2026 Sidney Women in Agriculture Conference
“Shaping Ag Communities” is the theme of the 2026 Sidney Women in Agriculture Conference. The highly anticipated event returns on Friday, August 21, 2026, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Elks Lodge in Sidney, Nebraska. This engaging, full-day event brings together those involved in agriculture to learn, connect, and share ideas.
Attendees can look forward to a dynamic lineup of speakers, hands-on workshops, and valuable networking opportunities focused on strengthening agriculture and rural communities.
Whether you're a producer, business owner, student, or supporter of agriculture, the Sidney Women in Ag Conference offers a valuable opportunity to learn, connect, and celebrate the people who keep agriculture strong.
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Early Registration (before August 10): $40
Late Registration (on or after August 10): $50
Space is limited, and early registration is encouraged.
RegisterMeet our 2026 speaker!
This year’s keynote speaker, Kelly Dean, brings a compelling story of resilience, career growth, and returning to her roots.
Raised in Dalton, Kelly grew up farming alongside her family and still proudly calls the community home. After earning her nursing degree in 2003, she worked as a registered nurse in Arizona, Colorado, and Nebraska before returning to western Nebraska with her husband, Jerod, to raise their family. Since 2012, she has served as a nursing instructor at Western Nebraska Community College, mentoring future healthcare professionals while also earning her master’s degree in nursing.
Today, Kelly and her family are back in agriculture through their business, JK Dean Ag, reconnecting with their roots in the family seed corn operation. In 2022, a family health crisis shifted her perspective and highlighted the importance of support and connection. That experience led her to create her blog, “Better Together,” where she shares reflections on resilience, community, and personal growth.
The Sidney Women in Agriculture Conference is designed to celebrate, connect, and empower Nebraskans. The full-day event offers a rich lineup of speakers, workshops, networking opportunities, and practical insights tailored for the modern agricultural community.
Whether you're a producer, business owner, student, or ag supporter, the Sidney Women in Ag Conference is your chance to learn, grow, and celebrate your role in the agriculture industry.
This program is held in partnership with Nebraska Women in Agriculture.
All attendees are welcome regardless of race, gender, or any other protected status. For UNL’s notice of nondiscrimination, click here.