If production agriculture is your career choice, then New Century Farmer may be the conference for you. Each year, the National FFA Organization selects an elite group of FFA alumni between the ages of 18 and 24 to attend the New Century Farmer Conference. New Century Farmer provides you with an opportunity to advance your leadership, personal and career skills. During the five-day conference, you and other future producers will learn from each other and industry experts as you discuss the topics and issues that affect today’s production agriculturists. The 2026 New Century Farmer Conference will take place in Indianapolis, Indiana, from July 18 to 22 at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Plainfield Indianapolis Airport. The conference will conclude on Wednesday, July 22, at 12:30 p.m. EST. Please note that a background in Agriculture Production is not required to attend.
What You Will Experience at the New Century Farmer Conference:
- Learning from industry experts on topics that are relevant to young producers.
- Exploring diverse farm business operations.
- Engaging directly with leaders in agriculture, communications, and business.
- Networking with a group of other extraordinary young entrepreneurs.
- Developing a vision statement for the future of your operation.
Selected applicants will receive complimentary conference registration, lodging, meals, and materials upon payment of a $100 refundable deposit.
If you need travel funds to get to Indianapolis, IN, be sure to apply for the New Century Farmer Travel Assistant Grant. This is a separate application from the 2026 New Century Farmer Application and can be found here
Questions? Contact alumni@ffa.org.
2026 New Century Farmer Conference Application
If production agriculture is your career choice, then New Century Farmer may be the conference for you. Each year, the National FFA Organization selects an elite group of FFA alumni between the ages of 18 and 24 to attend the New Century Farmer Conference. New Century Farmer provides you with an opportunity to advance your leadership, personal and career skills. During the five-day conference, you and other future producers will learn from each other and industry experts as you discuss the topics and issues that affect today’s production agriculturists. The 2026 New Century Farmer Conference will take place in Indianapolis, Indiana, from July 18 to 22 at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Plainfield Indianapolis Airport. The conference will conclude on Wednesday, July 22, at 12:30 p.m. EST. Please note that a background in Agriculture Production is not required to attend.
What You Will Experience at the New Century Farmer Conference:
- Learning from industry experts on topics that are relevant to young producers.
- Exploring diverse farm business operations.
- Engaging directly with leaders in agriculture, communications, and business.
- Networking with a group of other extraordinary young entrepreneurs.
- Developing a vision statement for the future of your operation.
Selected applicants will receive complimentary conference registration, lodging, meals, and materials upon payment of a $100 refundable deposit.
If you need travel funds to get to Indianapolis, IN, be sure to apply for the New Century Farmer Travel Assistant Grant. This is a separate application from the 2026 New Century Farmer Application and can be found here
Questions? Contact alumni@ffa.org.