Becknology Days Live: Let's Have A Cornversation

Kansas Ag's Toughest Issues | Kansas Becknology Days

From policy to profitability, Kansas farmers face unique challenges that shape the future of their operations and communities. In this CORNversation, leaders from across the state’s commodity groups sit down with Beck’s Kala Jenkins to discuss the pressing issues impacting Kansas agriculture today—and the opportunities that lie ahead. Panelists: * Josh Roe | CEO, Kansas Corn Grower's Association * Shawn Geffert | Farm Leader * Kaleb Little | CEO, Kansas Soybean Association * Chris Tanner | President, Kansas Wheat Association

Built to Last: Beck’s Vision for the Next Generation

This discussion will highlight the company’s commitment to staying family-owned, its plans for growth, and how it will continue to serve independent farmers for generations to come.  Panelists: * Bethany Gremel | Director of Culture & Brand Experience * Scott Beck | President * Corey Beck | Business & Supplier Strategist * Chris Beck | Facilities Project Lead * Jason Beck | Seed Representative

The Power of Storytelling

Whether it’s at the coffee shop, around the kitchen table, or on social media, the stories we tell shape how others see agriculture. In this session, hear how Beck’s, other organizations in the industry, and fellow farmers are sharing their experiences to connect with customers, support their communities, and preserve their legacy—and how your story can do the same.  Panelists: * Ashley Fischer | Marketing Communications Manager, Beck’s * Katie Sauer | Owner & Principal Advisor, Epiphium * Natalina Sents Bausch | Digital Director, Dotdash Meredith

Seed Treatments 101: Innovation, Risk & Reality

Seed treatments are under increasing scrutiny, but they remain a vital tool for growers. In this session, hear how Beck’s and others in the ag industry are standing up for farmers by defending the use of seed treatments through research, advocacy, and education. We’ll break down the science, clarify the misconceptions, and share what you can do to help protect access to this important technology. Panelists: Jordan Gregory | Director, State Government Affairs, ASTA Jacquie Holland | Economist, American Soybean Association Jonell Myers | Seed Enhancements Lead, Beck’s Jim Herr | Processing/Inventory/Wholesale Manager, Beck’s Kala Jenkins | Government Affairs Advocate, Beck’s

Ag Robotics: Where Are We Headed?

This farmer-focused discussion will pull back the curtain at the latest advancements in autonomous machinery and explore how robotics are shaping the future of farming Panelists: * Brad Fruth | Director of Innovation, Beck’s * Will Hirschfeld | Project Manager, Beck’s * Andrew & Jocie Bate | SwarmFarm * Verdant Robotics