In-depth look at how community teamwork achieved building the Sustainable Beef Plant in North Platte.

Learn from leading experts in the renewable fuels industry on how they plan to power Nebraska moving forward.

Panel will discuss how animal agriculture is approaching common problems in very different countries.

Biomanufacturing harnesses the power of biology to help create and source manufactured goods and products that we use every day. Industry representatives will discuss recent and future trends in the biomanufacturing industry, Nebraska’s current ecosystem and why Nebraska has the potential to be epicenter for biomanufacturing in the future.

Rural Nebraska is at a fork in the road. The opportunity awaits to develop and grow rural communities through intentional agricultural development and regulations that support growth and Nebraska’s economy.

Nebraska’s growing demand for housing opportunities has inspired the creation of unique programs in our communities. This panel will focus on creative solutions to address workforce, mixed income and multi-generational housing needs. The discussion will highlight ways to grow our housing stock through a variety of resources.

Reliable transportation plays a key part in availability of workforce. Nebraska’s rural economy has unique workforce and mobility needs that impact the ability for businesses to expand specifically in the manufacturing, agricultural and infrastructure sectors. Join us for a conversation on how access to mobility drives economic opportunity.

Learn about the impact that current and future legislative initiatives could have on agriculture.

The ability to connect Nebraskans to affordable and reliable broadband is vital to Nebraska’s rural economy. Hear about how the Nebraska Broadband Office and its partners are leveraging state and federal resources to address the digital divide.

A look at the history of Nebraska agriculture and how technological advantages have improved the quality and quantity of agricultural products.

Aksarben’s emerging strategies to match Nebraska’s sustainably produced crops and livestock to growing, unmet demand across global and domestic markets. A look at verification and labeling practices that validate the unique value proposition that Nebraska farmers, ranchers and feeders deliver to food and product supply chains.

A U.S. employer or an association of agricultural producers who has full-time work that needs to be performed on a temporary or seasonal basis may apply to the Office of Foreign Labor Certification (OFLC) for an H-2A temporary labor certification. This panel will help you understand whether you are eligible to participate in the H-2A Program

Want to know more about Nebraska’s water law history of development and current framework? Interested in understanding if that framework is robust and adaptable as Nebraska works to maximize the future economic lever of our water supply? Questions about how Nebraska laws will protect our water from outside interests trying to access our water supplies. If so, then you must attend our discussion with some of our best legal minds on these topics and learn how our legal framework affects every person in the state and how Nebraska is truly unique in its water governance.

Why are new venture competitions important at our colleges and universities? What business ideas is Generation Z pitching? Hear directly from the participants and winners of Nebraska’s entrepreneurship and innovation competitions.

Safe, efficient and resilient movement of goods is vital for Nebraska’s economic health. Now more than ever, embracing multi-modal methods of moving Nebraska’s commodities is a central concern. Panelists will discuss the challenges, strategies, and planning efforts involved when developing logistical sites that prepare for the changing landscape.

In-depth look at how community teamwork achieved building the Sustainable Beef Plant in North Platte.

Learn from leading experts in the renewable fuels industry on how they plan to power Nebraska moving forward.

Panel will discuss how animal agriculture is approaching common problems in very different countries.

Biomanufacturing harnesses the power of biology to help create and source manufactured goods and products that we use every day. Industry representatives will discuss recent and future trends in the biomanufacturing industry, Nebraska’s current ecosystem and why Nebraska has the potential to be epicenter for biomanufacturing in the future.

Rural Nebraska is at a fork in the road. The opportunity awaits to develop and grow rural communities through intentional agricultural development and regulations that support growth and Nebraska’s economy.

Nebraska’s growing demand for housing opportunities has inspired the creation of unique programs in our communities. This panel will focus on creative solutions to address workforce, mixed income and multi-generational housing needs. The discussion will highlight ways to grow our housing stock through a variety of resources.

Reliable transportation plays a key part in availability of workforce. Nebraska’s rural economy has unique workforce and mobility needs that impact the ability for businesses to expand specifically in the manufacturing, agricultural and infrastructure sectors. Join us for a conversation on how access to mobility drives economic opportunity.

The ability to connect Nebraskans to affordable and reliable broadband is vital to Nebraska’s rural economy. Hear about how the Nebraska Broadband Office and its partners are leveraging state and federal resources to address the digital divide.

Learn about the impact that current and future legislative initiatives could have on agriculture.

Learn the latest on Aksarben’s emerging strategies to match Nebraska’s sustainably produced crops and livestock to growing, unmet demand across global and domestic markets. Discover how verification and labeling practices can validate the unique value proposition that Nebraska farmers, ranchers and feeders deliver to food and product supply chains.

A U.S. employer or an association of agricultural producers who has full-time work that needs to be performed on a temporary or seasonal basis may apply to the Office of Foreign Labor Certification (OFLC) for an H-2A temporary labor certification. This panel will help you understand whether you are eligible to participate in the H-2A Program.

Artificial intelligence (AI) and other data management tools work to combine this information into resources that can more easily be employed into operations and decision making. Using AI and other tools in Nebraska’s water management can advance water use efficiency, reduce energy costs, amend data security, and optimize chemical use for water treatment. Learn more about these advancements and how they are being deployed.

Why are new venture competitions important at our colleges and universities? What business ideas is Generation Z pitching? Hear directly from the participants and winners of Nebraska’s entrepreneurship and innovation competitions.

Safe, efficient and resilient movement of goods is vital for Nebraska’s economic health. Now more than ever, embracing multi-modal methods of moving Nebraska’s commodities is a central concern. Panelists will discuss the challenges, strategies, and planning efforts involved when developing logistical sites that prepare for the changing landscape.