NORFOLK, Nebraska -- The Northeast Nebraska Ag Conference will be Dec.17, 2024, at the Lifelong Learning Center on the campus of Northeast Community College in Norfolk. The Ag Conference is co-hosted by the Bow Creek Watershed Project and the Bazile Groundwater Management Area (BGMA) and takes the place of the BGMA Winter Meeting, which is typically held in January or February.

All farmers and ranchers are invited to attend and learn how other producers are using conservation practices to improve their bottom line while protecting water quality. The focus of the event is to encourage the exchange of conservation production ideas between farmers, ranchers, and supporting agriculture professionals. Many of the speakers are farmers, sharing their experiences, tips, and tricks.

The keynote will be given by Rick Clark of Williamsport, Indiana. Focusing on a regenerative soil health management system, Clark uses nature to replace costly farm inputs. He will share his journey into organic no-till and the lessons learned along the way.

Jason Mauck, Mitch Hora, Paul Jasa, Roy Thompson and others will discuss topics ranging from equipment setup, cropping tips, grazing practices, innovative technology, and value-added products, to discussions on incentives for conservation. With 15 breakout sessions, attendees can customize the day to fit their needs. The event will wrap-up with local farmers on a panel discussing how they have implemented the ideas on their own operations.

“In addition to great speakers, this is a chance to network with like-minded farmers and ranchers," said Becky Ravenkamp, Bow Creek Watershed Coordinator. "Whether you have been implementing conservation practices for decades, just thinking about implementing them, or somewhere in between, you will find someone in the same situation to discuss these ideas with."

Attendees will take home more than just knowledge as door prizes will be given at the end of the day.

Thanks to sponsors, producers can register at for FREE until Dec. 6, 2024. Late registrations are $20 at the door and online after Dec. 6.

Register Here: Lewis & Clark NRD

The Northeast Nebraska Ag Conference is organized by Lewis & Clark, Lower Elkhorn NRD, Lower Niobrara, and Upper Elkhorn NRDs along with the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources.