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SUMMARY:Montana Farmers Union Annual Convention
DESCRIPTION:\n\nMontana Farmers Union 111th Annual Convention\nCelebrate Family Farm Agriculture & Rural Living\nOctober 15–18, 2026 | Bozeman, Montana \nJoin Montana Farmers Union members from across the state for the 111th Annual Convention as we gather in beautiful Bozeman to celebrate agriculture, strengthen rural communities, and shape the future of our organization. \nConvention is where members come together to discuss policy priorities for the 2027 Legislative Session, participate in educational workshops, elect organizational leadership, and build lasting connections with fellow producers and rural advocates. \nWhether you’re a longtime member or attending for the first time, we can’t wait to welcome you!\n\n \nWhat to Expect \nThroughout the weekend, members will have opportunities to: \n\nVote on Montana Farmers Union policy and bylaws \n\n\nElect organizational leadership, including Board Directors, Vice President, Conductor, and Doorkeeper \n\n\nParticipate in educational workshops and producer sessions \n\n\nHear from industry experts on today’s most important agricultural and rural issues \n\n\nNetwork with members, partners, exhibitors, and vendors \n\n\nEnjoy delicious Montana-made meals \n\n\nCelebrate the strength and future of family agriculture\n\n\n\n\nConvention Sessions\n\nThursday, October 15\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPre-Convention Agriculture Tours  \nKick off convention with guided tours of area agricultural operations. \nTour Details \nLocations: throughout MSU Research Facilities and MSU Research Farms –  more details coming soon.  \n\nTransportation: Provided (limited to 80 participants) \n\n\nBus Departure: 12:45 p.m. from the Best Western GranTree Inn \n\n\nTour Time: Approximately 1:00–5:00 p.m. \nFarm-to-Table Dinner: Locally sourced dinner at the Bozeman Event Center with networking and more! \n\nWhat to Bring \n\nComfortable walking shoes \n\n\nJacket, hat, and gloves \n\n\nDress for Montana’s fall weather \n\n\nFriday & Saturday Oct 16 & 17\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nConvention officially begins at 9:00 a.m. on Friday, October 16.\nHighlights include:\n\nProducer-led policy discussions and voting\nEducational sessions covering:\n\nAgriculture\nCooperatives\nFood systems\nRural mental health\nBeginning farmer and rancher resources\nAnd more\n\n\nBoard and leadership elections\nMSU Capstone Project Poster Presentations — meet students and learn about innovative agricultural research\nVendor exhibits and networking opportunities\nDelicious Montana-made meals throughout the convention\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSunday, October 18\nPost-Convention Tours\nWrap up convention with optional tours of area farms and agricultural operations.\nAdditional details coming soon, the tour will include 2 area farm or ranch tour stops.\nCarpool will be organized but transportation for the post-convention tours is on your own.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n
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