American Farm Bureau Federation - AFBF Annual Convention 2027
Event Date
January 8–13, 2027
Location
Charlotte, NC
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryThe American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) Annual Convention & Trade Show is the yearly gathering of the nation's largest grassroots agriculture organization. Billed as the 108th consecutive American Farm Bureau Convention, it is an opportunity to help set the agenda for the leading voice of agriculture in Washington, DC. The 2027 edition carries the theme "Driven to Lead, Fueled by Community."
The convention draws farmers, ranchers, agribusiness professionals, and volunteer leaders from state and county Farm Bureaus across the country. Attendees participate in educational workshops to advance leadership skills, expand business acumen, and gain insight into food-production trends, while witnessing innovation in agriculture, hearing from powerful speakers, and exploring the trade show to build networks, shop featured products, and idea-share with other Farm Bureaus.
With policy sessions, competitive contests, a large trade show floor, and dozens of workshops, the convention is worth attending for anyone who wants direct influence over national agricultural policy and access to the latest industry technology and innovations.
Show Highlights
Signature features of the AFBF Annual Convention include:
- Policy and leadership sessions where members help shape the organization's national advocacy agenda.
- The trade show floor, where attendees network, shop featured products, and share ideas with state and county Farm Bureaus.
- The Discussion Meet, a competitive event designed to enhance discussion skills among young farmers, in which participants engage in free-form discussions on pressing agricultural issues and are judged on cooperative attitude, problem-solving, delivery, and analysis.
- Communicate, Collaborate and Influence (CCI) pre-convention programming, open to any Farm Bureau member interested in confidently connecting with consumers to build trust in American agriculture.
- Awards and contests, including the Veteran Farmer Award of Excellence and the Farm Bureau Farm Dog of the Year contest.
- Keynote speakers and educational workshops covering leadership, business, and food-production trends.
Registration
Registration for the convention is available through the official event website. Published rates are: Farm Bureau Member $250, Government rate $250, Student rate $250, and Non-Member $500; children 17 and under attend free, though all children 12-17 must be registered. Children under 12 do not need a badge.
The convention brings together thousands of members and volunteer leaders of the nation's largest grassroots agriculture organization at the 2027 event in Charlotte, North Carolina, January 8-13, 2027. Companies interested in supporting or exhibiting can contact Chase Hieneman, Managing Director, Industry Relations, at 202-406-3717 or ChaseH@fb.org.
History
The 2027 event is described as the 108th consecutive American Farm Bureau Convention, reflecting a more than century-long tradition of the American Farm Bureau Federation gathering its members annually. The convention rotates among major U.S. cities each year. Upcoming host cities include Oklahoma City, OK (Jan. 14-19, 2028) and Reno, NV (Jan. 26-31, 2029), with New Orleans, LA also scheduled in future years.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the 2027 AFBF Annual Convention?
The 2027 American Farm Bureau Federation Annual Convention & Trade Show takes place January 8-13, 2027, in Charlotte, North Carolina. It is held at the Charlotte Convention Center in the city's uptown district.
Who should attend the AFBF Annual Convention?
The convention is designed for farmers, ranchers, agribusiness professionals, and volunteer leaders from state and county Farm Bureaus. It brings together thousands of members of the nation's largest grassroots agriculture organization to shape policy, learn, and network.
How much does registration cost and how do I register?
Registration is available through the official event website, with a Farm Bureau member, government, and student rate of $250 and a non-member rate of $500. Children 17 and under attend free, but those aged 12-17 must be registered, and children under 12 do not need a badge.
What hotels are available and how do I book lodging?
Official participating hotels are in uptown Charlotte near the convention center, with rates from $219 to $299 plus taxes and fees, including the Westin Charlotte and Hilton Charlotte Uptown as headquarters hotels. Housing can only be reserved through your state Farm Bureau or the Convention registration system, with CVENT Passkey as the official housing provider.
How do I get to the venue from the airport?
Charlotte Douglas International Airport is about 7.3 miles, or roughly 17 minutes by car, from the Charlotte Convention Center. Travelers can use the CATS Sprinter Bus (Route 5), rideshare services like Uber or Lyft, or rental cars available at the airport.
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