12 Must-Attend Online Top Producer Summit Sessions

Make education a priority in 2022 by joining Top Producer for the Top Producer Summit.

Top Producer Summit
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“An investment in knowledge pays the best interest.” This message from Benjamin Franklin is a great reminder as we start a new year. Make education a priority in 2022 by joining Top Producer for the Top Producer Summit.

The 25th annual event has adapted to offer maximum access for attendees. You can attend an in-person event Feb. 14-16 in Nashville. Or you can join the online program launching the following week, Feb. 22-23.

Both formats will focus on gathering the nation’s most productive and growth-oriented producers to discover business opportunities, gain valuable insights and trade ideas to take their operations to the next level.

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Use the code “VIRTUAL” to receive 50% off your registration.

The online event will feature live and on-demand sessions, as well as recordings from some of the sessions in Nashville. Here’s a peek at just some of the education sessions available during the online event:

Live Sessions

Tuesday, Feb. 22

  • 8:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. DC Signal to Noise: The Policy Issues to Watch in 2022 with Jim Wiesemeyer, Pro Farmer and Chip Flory, AgriTalk & Farm Journal
  • 8:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. Men, Women and Babies: Work Won’t be the Same with John Phipps, Phipps Farms

Wednesday, Feb. 23

  • 8:00 a.m. - 8:45 a.m. Practical Succession Planning Strategies from Your Favorite Attorney and CPA with Paul Neiffer, CLA and Polly Dobbs, Dobbs Legal Group
  • 9:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. 5 Transformations Happening in China That Will Affect Your Farm with Wendong Zhang, Iowa State University

On-Demand Sessions

  • What the #$?@ is Risk Management? with Shay Foulk, Ag View Solutions
  • Leadership is Not Rocket Science, But..... with Bob Milligan, Dairy Strategies
  • Profit from Carbon and Soil Health with Mitchell Hora, Continuum Ag
  • Maximize Your 2022 Crop Insurance Options with Jamie Wasemiller, Gulke Group

Nashville Replays

  • How to See Past Life’s Imperfections and Find the Good Even in Dark Times, Sarah Frey, Frey Farms
  • Nashville Replay: Evolve or Die: Turn Uncertainty and Change Into a Business Revolution, Robin Crow, Dark Horse Productions
  • Weather Wildcards: What’s Ahead for 2022? Eric Snodgrass, Nutrien
  • Why You Should Focus on Your “B” Players, Tom Gimbel, LaSalle Network

On Feb. 14, the presentation of the Top Producer of the Year Award, Executive Women in Agriculture Trailblazer Award and Tomorrow’s Top Producer Horizon Award will be streamed live on AgWeb.com from Nashville.

Online Event FAQs

How can attendees access/attend the Online Top Producer Summit?

All registered attendees will receive an email with login details to access the event online. You may need to reset your password to access the event. You can find all sessions in the Top Producer Summit Auditorium inside the event platform. All sessions will be recorded to watch on demand at your convenience after the event concludes.


Do I have to attend the entire event?

Virtual events bring the experience of an in-person conference to your computer, lap-top or smartphone, so just like an in-person event, you have the freedom to pick the sessions that fit best in your schedule.


Can I access the sessions after Feb. 23?

Yes. Your registration gives you access through March 31.


How can I make the experience fun?

Ask questions of the speakers and network with fellow attendees—just like a live event. Also, have a team watch party. The sessions range in length from 20 minutes to 1 hour. Watch a session together during lunch or a team meeting—it will give you good discussion fodder.


What technology do I need to attend this event?

For the best experience, we suggest using a desktop or laptop computer and the Chrome internet browser.

Have questions? Contact our team at fjexpos@farmjournal.com

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