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Annual Convention and Meeting of Delegates

December 5, 2026 8:00 AM - December 8, 2026 12:00 PM (EST)

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Schedule of Events

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Day 1 Saturday, December 5

9:00 AM

Ag Ambassador Interviews

12:30 PM

Young Farmer NextGen Luncheon

2:30 PM

Ag Ambassador Discussion Meet (Heats 1 & 2)

3:30 PM

Breakout SessionsYF&R Track and Youth Track — session details below

YF&R Track

Building Confidence: What Lenders Want to See

Presented by Farm Credit · 45–50 minutes

Learn what lenders look for when evaluating a loan request and how the Five Cs of Credit influence financing decisions. Participants will explore the importance of financial records, including a strong balance sheet, and gain practical tips for preparing loan applications, securing funding, and writing competitive grant applications. This session will help beginning farmers build financial confidence and better position themselves for future financing opportunities.

Farm Liability Workshop

Presented by Nationwide · Presenter: Todd Givler, Sponsor Relations Account Executive for Nationwide

This session on farm liability basics will break down what liability means for farmers, where the biggest risks occur, and how to prevent them. You’ll be introduced to identifying common liability exposures — like visitor safety, employee injuries, equipment hazards, and product risks. Participants will also learn how to apply practical solutions to reduce liability claims. This session is designed to build awareness of the unique legal challenges that come with farming operations.

Youth Track

The Goat Whisperer of Maple Farm: An Agricultural Youth Entrepreneurship Exercise (Youth/Young Adult)

Presented by Farm Credit · 90 minutes, with small group activities

Dive into the inspiring story of JP Maple, a teenage entrepreneur who built a thriving business from her family’s goat farm. In this interactive workshop, students will explore the fundamentals of entrepreneurship through hands-on activities including profit calculation, product development, and marketing strategy. Participants will work in teams to create their own agricultural product ideas, analyze costs and profits, and design compelling advertisements. This session blends agricultural education with real-world business skills, empowering youth to think creatively and entrepreneurially.

Ag Careers Workshop

Presented by Nationwide · Presenter: Krista Soda, Sr. Consultant of Industry Relations for Nationwide

Your Ag story has a next chapter. You don’t have to leave agriculture, or be fresh out of college, to build a career beyond the farm. Many professionals wear two hats — on the farm and in the corporate setting. Nationwide will share what that looks like inside their company to provide a basis for discussion.

5:00 PM

Young Farmers Discussion Meet Round 1

7:30 PM

Dinner & Social

9:00 PM

Harvest For All Meal Packing Event with Rise Against Hunger

Day 2 Sunday, December 6

7:30 AM

Vespers

9:00 AM

WLC Annual MeetingRuns through 5:00 PM

12:00 PM

Opening General Luncheon

2:00 PM

Trade Show and Exhibit Hall Open

3:30 PM

Breakout Sessions

4:30 PM

LEAD Maryland Social

6:30 PM

District Caucus Dinners New in 2026

Day 3 Monday, December 7

7:30 AM

Fueling the Future Breakfast New in 2026 Presented by the Maryland Farm Bureau Foundation

9:00 AM

Opening General Session

10:00 AM

Partners in Policy Roundtable

11:00 AM & 4:00 PM

Breakout Sessions Topics: PFAS · Farmland / Data Center Issues · Ag Law Shifts in 2026 and Beyond · New Legislation Impacting Ag in Maryland

12:00 PM

General Luncheon

1:15 PM

Second General Session

6:30 PM

Awards Banquet & Live Auction

Day 4 Tuesday, December 8

7:00 AM

Exhibit Hall and Trade Show Open

8:15 AM

District Caucuses

9:30 AM

Closing General Session

Credentials

County Delegates, Affiliates, and Women's Leadership

Complete the Credential Form →

Officer Nomination

1st Vice President or 2nd Vice President

Complete the Officer Nomination Form →

District Director Positions

Board Director, PAC Committee

Complete the District Caucus Nomination Form →

Time

Please refer to the Convention Agenda for specific times of events.

Location

Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Golf Resort, Spa and Marina

Join us on Maryland's Eastern Shore along the Choptank River in Cambridge, at the Hyatt Regency Chespeake Bay Golf Resort, Spa and Marina. Book using the link below.

Use this link: https://www.hyatt.com/events/en-US/group-booking/CHESA/G-M3O3
Group Code: G-M3O3

Pricing

Young Farmer NextGen Summit | $150

General Convention | $250

Full Convention | $350

Prices increase by $20 after Friday, November 13, 2026.

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Contact Information

Maryland Farm Bureau
Name: Cari Bergner
Email: cbergner@marylandfb.org
Details: 410-922-3426

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