2024 MFGA
Regenerative Ag Conference

10:00 AM – 1:00 PM: Tradeshow Setup & Registration

• Vendors and attendees can set up their tradeshow booths and register for the conference during this time.

Keynotes and Presentations (1:00 PM – 3:45 PM)

• 1:00 PM: Conference Launch

  • Speaker: Duncan Morrison, MFGA Executive Director

  • Event: Welcome and Land Acknowledgement

• 1:05 – 1:10 PM: Introductions & Today’s Agenda

  • Speaker: Mike Duguid, MFGA Chair

• 1:10 – 1:55 PM: Keynote 1 - John & Deanne Chuiko

  • Topic: Ranch Management: Open Minds and Open Fences

• 1:55 – 2:10 PM: Q&A Keynote 1

• 2:10 – 2:30 PM: Biodiversity & Regenerative Agriculture

  • Speaker: Tim Poole, Manitoba Wildlife

  • Topic: 2024 MFGA Bird Surveys on Nine MFGA Regenerative Ag Farms

• 2:30 – 3:00 PM: Trade Show & Coffee Break

• 3:00 – 3:45 PM: Keynote 2 - David Irvine

  • Topic: The Natural Evolution of Families Living on the Land

Producer Panel & Free Time (4:00 PM – 5:00 PM)

• 4:00 – 4:30 PM: Producer Panel

  • Moderator: Bluesette Campbell

  • Panelists: Terry Keen, Kristelle Harper, Kris Egilson

• 4:30 – 5:00 PM: Free Time

1. Evening Events (5:00 PM – 9:00 PM)

   • 5:00 – 6:30 PM: Ice-Breaker & Networking Event

     • Mingle and join other delegates for cocktail hour and buffet-style dinner.

   • 6:30 – 7:00 PM: MFGA Night Conference Kick Off

     • Speakers: Duncan Morrison, Lynda Nicol

     • Introduction, sponsor video profiles, and Wall of Fame announcement.

   • 7:00 – 7:45 PM: Keynote 3 - Will Harris (Virtual Presentation)

     • Topic: A Bold Return to Giving a Damn?

   • 8:00 – 9:00 PM: Keynote 4 - MFGA Fireside Chat

     • Speakers: Jaime Elizondo, Ryan Boyd

Morning Session (7:00 AM – 10:05 AM)

• 7:00 – 9:00 AM: Breakfast on Your Own

  • Attendees are encouraged to have breakfast before the start of the day.

• 8:00 – 9:00 AM: Tradeshow & Registration

  • Final opportunity for attendees to register and explore the trade show.

• 9:00 AM: Welcome

  • Speaker: Duncan Morrison, MFGA Executive Director

  • Event: Land Acknowledgement and Conference Introduction.

• 9:05 AM: Introductions & Today’s Agenda

  • Speakers: Mike Duguid and Duncan Morrison

  • Event: Welcome dignitaries and outline the agenda for the day.

Keynotes and Coffee Break (10:05 AM – 11:45 AM)

• 9:20 – 10:05 AM: Keynote 5 - Paul Overby

  • Topic: Regenerative Crop Rotations: Passion or Profit?

  • Details: Paul Overby shares his expertise on regenerative farming practices, crop rotations, and stewardship.

• 10:05 – 10:15 AM: Q&A Keynote 5

  • Open session for attendees to ask questions to Paul Overby.

• 10:15 – 10:45 AM: Trade Show & Coffee Break

  • Refreshment break and time to visit the trade show.

• 10:45 – 11:30 AM: Keynote 6 - Stuart Chutter

  • Topic: Building Resilience in Agriculture: Manitoba Focus

  • Details: Stuart discusses policy issues and agricultural innovation learned from Alberta, and how these strategies can be applied in Manitoba.

• 11:30 – 11:45 AM: Q&A Keynote 6

  • Open session for attendees to ask questions to Stuart Chutter.

Lunch and Networking (11:45 AM – 1:00 PM)

• 11:45 AM – 1:00 PM: Lunch, Trade Show, and Networking

  • Take advantage of the opportunity to network with fellow attendees while enjoying lunch.

4. Grand Finale & Breakout Sessions (1:00 PM – 3:00 PM)

   • 1:00 – 2:30 PM: Grand Finale - Open Minds, Open Opportunities Breakout Sessions

     • Breakout Topics:

       • John & Deanne Chuiko

       • Stuart Chutter

       • Paul Overby

       • Jaime Elizondo

     • MFGA Moderators: TBD for each session

     • Attendees can join different breakout sessions to dive deeper into the keynote topics.

   • 2:30 – 3:00 PM: Conference Ending Session & Discussion

     • Speaker: Mike Duguid

     • Event: What we heard – Conference wrap-up and reflection on key takeaways.

   • 3:00 PM: Wrap-Up, Silent Auction & 50/50 Winners

     • Final announcements and closing of the conference with a silent auction and raffle.

• Profile via short video provided by you each day of the Conference
• Plus Gold Level Benefits
***BONUS: for funders and supporters above $10,000 per year:
MFGA led Media Release announcement of funding support; Opportunity for MFGA to reserve a table for your group when conference banquet held or provide waived attendance for up to three representatives when there is no banquet

• Trade Show Booth (includes 1 Conference Registration)
• Mentions and Extra recognition by Master of Ceremonies
• Plus Bronze Benefits

• 1 Conference Registration
• Plus Bronze Benefits

• Logo on all pre-conference communications
• Logo on Regen Ag Conference and Resource* pages
• Logo on rotating PPT & signage

$700.00

• 8’ table (draped) with 2 chairs

• Access to Power - please let us know if you require power

• 1 Conference Registration

• Logo on rotating PPT

email terra@mfga.net.

Check back for details on how you can participate.

Secure your spot! This 1.5 day in-person event will be held at the Victoria Inn, Brandon, MB. All fees include a 2024 MFGA membership ($50 value). Because of limited spots, payment is non-refundable but is transferable.

EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION FEES: (plus GST, if applicable)
Single Registration: $275 ($325 after October 1)
Single Student Registration: $150 ($175 after October 1)
Farm Rate (two from same farm): $550 ($650 after October 1)
Tradeshow (includes Single Registration): $700

PAYMENT OPTIONS:
Payment is due at time of registration via Paypal (debit or credit) - you do not need a PayPal account! Please contact Chris if you need to pay by cheque or etransfer.

We have a block of rooms being held at:
Victoria Inn Hotel & Convention Centre
3550 Victoria Ave. | Brandon, Manitoba | R7B 2R4

Conference Nightly Rates (plus taxes):
Single occupancy: $140.99 (no breakfast) or $150.99 (with 1 off-the-menu breakfast)
Double occupancy: $150.99 (no breakfast) or $160.99 (with 2 off-the-menu breakfasts)
Note: These rates are for Premier Double Queen (2 queen beds) and upgrades will incur fees.

Reserve by Oct 12, 2024
To get in on our block rate, call 204-725-1532 and provide the group name “MFGA Conference Attendees 2024” by October 12, 2024. Cancellation Policy: 48 hours prior to arrival. Check with Vic Inn for further cancelation details.

Call (204) 819-7243 to book your room!