2026 Southwest Farmers & Producers Conference
This conference series is designed to provide practical, research-based education to Missouri Farmers in the Southwest region, so they don’t have to travel long distances to access education. 2026 Conferences will be conducted in Southeast MO – Sikeston; Southwest MO – Springfield; and Northwest MO – Kansas City.
The theme of this year’s conference is Regenerative Agriculture and Soil Health. Attendees will learn how to manage soil fertility and improve soil health, the practices of regenerative agriculture, the relationship between plants and soil and how to manage it for maximum impact, and opportunities for farmers and producers through SARE and the NRCS.
What to expect:
- Educational Resources
- Presenatations from Experts
- Vendor Exhibits
- Farm-Focused Door Prizes
- Networking
The conference is free and will include lunch and refreshments.
Reasonable accommodation will be provided for people with disabilities and special needs. To make arrangements, please contact Sophie Whyte at whytes@lincolnu.edu.
As an equal opportunity employer and provider, Lincoln University does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, or other factors prohibited by law in any of its educational programs, activities, services, admissions, or employment practices.

