Conference Tracks
The conference is organized into multiple tracks so attendees can focus on topics most relevant to their operations. Each track includes presentations, discussions, and practical information tailored to different sectors of Alaska agriculture.
Main Stage
General sessions and keynote presentations featuring prominent speakers addressing the state of Alaska agriculture, policy updates, and inspirational stories from the field.
Who Should Attend
All attendees
Session Topics
Keynote addresses, panel discussions, award ceremonies, and opening/closing remarks.
Floriculture
Explore the art and science of growing flowers and ornamental plants in Alaska's unique climate. Sessions cover greenhouse management, seasonal varieties, and marketing strategies for floral businesses.
Who Should Attend
Greenhouse operators, flower growers, nursery professionals
Session Topics
Greenhouse techniques, seasonal crop planning, floral design trends, pest management for ornamentals.
Livestock & Hay/Feed
Everything related to raising livestock in Alaska — from cattle and bison to poultry and small ruminants. Includes sessions on hay production, feed sourcing, and animal husbandry best practices.
Who Should Attend
Ranchers, livestock producers, hay and feed suppliers
Session Topics
Animal health, winter feeding strategies, pasture management, breeding programs, meat processing.
Produce
Alaska's produce growers tackle unique challenges with innovative solutions. Learn about season extension, cold-hardy varieties, soil management, and selling at farmers markets.
Who Should Attend
Vegetable farmers, market gardeners, CSA operators
Session Topics
High tunnel growing, root cellaring, organic certification, direct-to-consumer sales.
Apiculture & Specialty Crops
Beekeeping in northern climates, hemp cultivation, and the growing market for medicinal herbs in Alaska — all sharing one track. Sessions cover hive management, regulations, and specialty crop production.
Who Should Attend
Beekeepers, hemp growers, medicinal herb producers
Session Topics
Hive management, winterizing hives, honey production, hemp regulations, medicinal herb cultivation.
Business & Young Farmers
Practical business skills for farm operations of all sizes. Topics include grant writing, financial planning, land access, and resources specifically for beginning and young farmers.
Who Should Attend
New farmers, young producers, farm business owners
Session Topics
Grant opportunities, farm business planning, succession planning, USDA programs, mentorship.