South Central College Ag Symposium Scheduled for February 16
SCC North Mankato Campus Foundation is pleased to present the 13th Annual South Central College Ag Symposium, to be held Thursday, February 16 on the college’s North Mankato Campus. The annual event addresses the constant changing needs of the modern producer.
Check-in will begin at 8 a.m., and the program will follow starting at 8:30 a.m. Returning this year, a half-day session geared toward high school students will be held in conjunction with the event.
Keynote speakers include Ed Usset, Grain Marketing Specialist, and Holly Hoffman, South Dakota Rancher and Survivor contestant. The high school student session will also feature presentations by Usset and Hoffman.
“We’re very pleased to offer the session geared toward high school students again this year. We’re excited to introduce students to South Central College and share information about education for Ag careers and additional opportunities,” said Erin Aanenson, Executive Director, SCC North Mankato Campus Foundation.
South Central College (SCC) is home to one of Minnesota’s most respected Agriculture programs. Long recognized as leaders in Agribusiness, Ag Management and Ag Service, SCC’s Ag programs have been preparing students to be the best in their respective disciplines since the early 1960s. Statistical data collected by the college’s Farm Business Management program is often cited by Ag authorities across the state and nation. The 13th Annual South Central College Ag Symposium leverages this expertise for non-students.
Cost for the one-day Ag Symposium is $125. Special funding is available for Veterans. All proceeds support Ag scholarships, program advancement, and general Foundation needs at South Central College, North Mankato Campus. Lunch is included in the ticket price. For more information and tickets, please visit www.southcentral.edu/agsymposium, or call 507-389-7446.
There is no fee for the ½-day high school student session. Pre-registration is required. Please call 651-470-3581 for information about this session.
Special thanks to our generous sponsors: Christensen Farms, Compeer, Crystal Valley, Minnesota Corn Growers Association, First National Bank Minnesota, Guardian Energy, Southern Minnesota Agricultural Center of Excellence, Ascent Financial, Hertz Farm Management, Inc., Pioneer Bank, United Farmers Coop, United Prairie Bank, and Corporate Graphics.
