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2024 Innovative Farmers Conference

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2024 Innovative Farmers Conference

Time: February 21, 2024 at 8am to February 22, 2024 at 5pm
Location: Crowne Plaza Kitchener-Waterloo
Street: 105 King Street East Kitchener,
City/Town: ON N2G 2K8 Canada
Website or Map: https://ifao.com/
Event Type: conference
Organized By: IFAO
Latest Activity: Jan 4

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At IFAO 2024, we're ushering in the era of 'Future Ready Farms'—equipping you with the knowledge to stay at the vanguard of financial and ecological sustainability.

Prepare to delve into a diverse array of topics that will redefine your farming experience: from equipment innovations and soil vitality to strategic investment management and the marvels of soil biology, including rhizophagy. Discover cutting-edge developments in robotics, nitrogen management, and system-based field management, as well as insights into biostrip till and perennial crop systems.

But it's not just about the fields. We'll navigate the crucial landscapes of sustainability economics and effective marketing strategies.

Join over 30 esteemed speakers and moderators for a dynamic program packed with round-table discussions, engaging breakout sessions, and countless 'aha' moments. Network with peers, engage with industry shapers, and leave with a vision sharpened for the future of farming.

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