Record Attendance
More than 1,000 people – including 730 of the nation’s leading business-minded farmers – are registered to attend the Top Producer events this week.
Greetings From the Editor
Top Prodcuer Magazine editor, Jeanne Bernick, welcomes top producers to the 2012 seminar.
Global Economics from Israel to Europe
Peter Zeihan spoke this morning about "What in the World is Going On?
Welcome to Top Prodcuer Seminar
Steve Custer, Top Prodcuer Editor, kicks off the first general session.
Powerhouse Panel
Jim Wiesemeyer of Informa Economics, Michael Dykes of Monsanto and Wayne Myers of Kennedy and Coe discuss the farm bill.
Networking Reception
Attendees pose for a photo during the opening cocktail reception.
Farming in the Fast Lane
Vince Malanga of LaSalle Economics provides predictions for the years ahead in agriculture.
National Politics and the Farm Bill
Charlene Finck, editor of Farm Journal, moderates this panel discussion on Washington.
It's a Race!
Attendees race at one of the sponsor booths.
Packed House
This picture gives testimony to this year's record breaking attendance.
Boxed Lunch
Today's box lunch, sponsored by AgriGold, was enjoyed during lunch time learning sessions.
Breakout Session
Darren Frye of Water Street Solutions speaks to a pack room about managing your farm through changes.
Motivational, Moving Speaker
Charles Plumb, former Navy fighter pilot and P.O.W. inspires attendees to move beyond the fear in their lives.
Friends
John Luder, Jerry Gulke, Pat Duncanson and Jamie Wasemiller
Networking
Seminar attendees spent the evenings networking.
Networking Reception
The exhibits room was full during each of the networking receptions.
Visiting
Top Producer Seminar is a chance for farmers to make new friends.
Exhibit Hall
Sponsors prepare for the reception in the exhibit hall.
Exhibit Hall
Attendees visit with event sponsors.
Exhibit Hall
Attendees visit with event sponsors.
How Do You Build a Leader?
Audrey Daniels, of Aubrey Daniels International, provides insight to developing strong leaders.
Top Producer of the Year
Gregg Halverson thanks his family, friends and other during his acceptance speech.
