Date and Time
Monday Mar 9, 2026
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM CDT
Location
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Food + Farm Exploration Center
Ag Grand Hall, 3400 Innovation Drive, Plover
Fees/Admission
Reservations DUE by Wednesday, March 4, 2026.
For requests on seating assignments, please list in Comments Section when registering.
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Contact Information
Karen Myers 715-344-1940
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Description
AMERICAN AGRICULTURE APPRECIATION BANQUET -
MONDAY, MARCH 9, 2026
The American Agriculture Appreciation Banquet supports the successes of agri-business in Portage County.
Throughout the evening, we will celebrate the next generation of agriculture leaders and recognize outstanding contributions to agriculture, including:
4-H Leadership in Agriculture Award (youth)
Outstanding FFA Seniors from Almond Bancroft High School, Amherst High School, Rosholt High School and Stevens Point Area Senior High School
Agri-Business Scholarships
CLICK HERE to Apply. Deadline to apply is Tuesday, February 17, 2026
Outstanding Contribution to Agriculture
CLICK HERE to Apply - Application Deadline is Monday, February 16, 2026
Location of Event: Food + Farm Exploration Center, Ag Grand Hall, 3400 Innovation Drive, Plover
Dinner: Garden Salad with French & Ranch Dressings, Pork with Wollersheim Apple Brandy Jus, Baked Potato, Vegetable, House-Made Key Lime Pie for Dessert and Coffee, Cranberry Juice and Milk (tea upon request).
An assorted, complimentary appetizer buffet will also be served with items donated by our local Agri-Businesses.
(Vegetarian or Gluten Free Options available upon request)
Guest Speaker -- Les Dobbe

Board President, Food + Farm Exploration Center
"The Future of Agriculture: Challenges, Opportunities, and Hope"
Schedule
5:30-6:30PM - Social with Complimentary Appetizers and Cash Bar
6:30-7:45PM - Dinner & Keynote Presentation
7:45-8:30PM - Award Presentations
Interested in becoming more involved? Program sponsorships are available in a variety of categories, including in-kind donations.
CLICK HERE for all the details or contact Karen Myers at 715-344-1940 or karenm@portagecountybiz.com for additional information.
View photos below from 2025 event.
Event Sponsors
BACKER CLUB SPONSOR
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