Idaho commodity markets, production costs, and crop choices under tight irrigation supplies to help you plan for 2027.
Join University of Idaho Extension and industry speakers for a one-day seminar on the markets and production decisions facing Idaho farms and ranches in 2027. We’ll cover supply, demand, and prices for major Idaho commodities, including outlooks for grain, hay, beef cattle, dairy and potatoes.
A featured session will examine trends in major farm and ranch expenses and what they could mean for your 2027 operating budget.
Wednesday, December 16, 2026 · 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Mountain Time
Check-in opens at 8 a.m. · Free parking
In person: Juniper Room, The Riverside Hotel · 2900 W. Chinden Blvd., Boise
Online: A webinar link will be sent to online registrants the day before the event
Lineup
Doug Robison
Idaho President - AgWest Farm Credit
Dexton Lake
Government Affairs Representative - Idaho Farm Bureau Federation
Brett Wilder
Assistant Professor & Area Extension Educator (Farm Business Management) - University of Idaho
Xiaoli Etienne
Professor and Idaho Wheat Commission Endowed Chair in Commodity Risk Management - University of Idaho
Emily Bedwell
Assistant Professor and Extension Specialist in Irrigation Technology
Colby Field
Assistant Professor & Area Extension Educator (Risk Management) - University of Idaho
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Highlights
- 7 hours
- In person
- Free parking
- Doors at 8 AM
Refund Policy
Location
2900 W Chinden Blvd
2900 West Chinden Boulevard
Boise, ID 83714
How do you want to get there?
Agenda
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Check-in and Coffee
Check in, grab coffee, and visit with other attendees!
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Welcome, Opening Remarks
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U.S. and Global Economic Trends for Agriculture
Hear from Doug Robison, AgWest Farm Credit - Idaho President, about the major trends impacting agriculture and the economy.