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Hear from the speakers of Manitoba Ag Days 2026.

Each year we strive to bring in the most relevant, up to date, informational speakers possible to Manitoba Ag Days and 2026 was no exception. We focused on Agronomy, Weather, Markets and Livestock!

We could not put on such a world class speaking event if it were not for our partnerships with FCC, MNP, Manitoba Agriculture, the Manitoba Canola Growers Association and the Manitoba Crop Alliance and the Manitoba Pulse and Soybean Growers. And we need to thank the presenters themselves. We thank you for partnering with us for our 2026 Show!

We’ve recorded a majority of the talks of speakers from Manitoba Ag Days 2026 below so you can listen to them at your leisure.

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Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in these presentations are solely those of the presenter and not necessarily those of Manitoba Ag Days Inc. Manitoba Ag Days Inc. does not guarantee the accuracy or reliability of the information provided herein. Viewers are advised to consult with qualified professionals before making any decisions based on the information provided. The presenters and organizers shall not be held liable for any errors, omissions, or damages arising from the use of the information presented.

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Manitoba Ag Days enters its second decade of investing in rural communities and agriculture education through the
Ag Days Gives Back program. 100% of the funds raised through the Manitoba Ag Days 50/50 are used to support K-12
ag education, post secondary ag education and community organizations throughout Manitoba and Saskatchewan.
This represents a commitment of $536,000 since the program’s inception in 2013.

Our seventeen 2026 Community Grant Recipients were awarded to community fire departments around Manitoba
and SE Saskatchewan. Each fire department was awarded $2000 toward the completion of their project. Cranberry
Portage Volunteer Fire Department, Winnipegosis Fire Department, Ashern Fire Department, Cartwright-Roblin Fire
Department, Elgin Fire Department, Clanwilliam Erickson Fire Rescue, Prairie Lakes Ninette Fire Department, Miniota
Fire Department, Oak River Fire Department, Belmont Volunteer Fire Department, Oak Lake-Sifton Fire Department,
Woodworth Fire Department, Fillmore Volunteer Fire Department, Asquith Fire Dept., Plumas Fire Department, Swan
Lake Fire Department and Somerset Fire Department.

This year we introduced a NEW way to give back, with a cost sharing program to get AEDs into fifteen more
community spaces. Treherne Kinsmen Club, Helping Hands Brandon, Ste. Rose School Playground Project, Turtle
Mountain Flywheel Club, Wheat City Lawn Bowling Club, Oakdale Senior Housing Inc., Lakeland Regional Library
Killarney, Brandon Regional Search & Rescue Association, Benito & Area Drop In Centre, Richer Community Club Inc.,
St. Paul’s United Church, Sandy Lake Recreation Association, Oakland Recreation Club, Sandy Lake Lions Club and the
Riverdale Early Learning Centre Inc. each received an AED as part of a cost share program!

The Ag Days Gives Back scholarships are available to individuals pursuing any post secondary education and training
related to agriculture. The recipients of the 2026 Ag Days Gives Back Scholarships of $2000 each were Evan Whetter,
Laine Vandersteen and Morgan Debenham.

Manitoba Ag Days also awarded the Education and Leadership Grant in the amount of $15,000 to Agriculture in the
Classroom – Manitoba. This funding supports the AgVenture programming that brings students to Manitoba Ag Days
for a hands-on learning experience.

Applications for the next round of Ag Days Gives Back grants and scholarships will open in the fall and be awarded at
the 2027 show, which runs from Tuesday, January 19 – Thursday, January 21, 2027. A huge thank you goes out to
everyone who supported the 50/50 at the 2026 show. The 2026 jackpot was $193,910 which means the winner Gary
Kenning took home $96,955. Kenning, who farms near Stonewall, told Office Manager Brittany Cousins that he plans
to use the winnings towards the purchase of a planter!

For more information or the latest updates please visit https://www.agdays.com/ or follow us on Facebook, X,
Instagram and TikTok @mbagdays.

For all media inquiries please contact:
Teresa Hildebrand – Media Coordinator at (204) 526-0574 media@agdays.com
OR
Kristen Phillips, Manitoba Ag Days General Manager at (204)728-4137 coordinator@agdays.com

Ag Days 2026 is in the books!

Attendees, exhibitors, and speakers came together for an incredible week of learning, networking, and
showcasing the best of agriculture. Despite the cold weather, everyone braved the elements to be part
of the action.

Even though the show floor closed at 5pm, 50/50 ticket sales are still going strong and will continue until
Friday, January 23 at 9am. Sales continue to climb! All roceeds benefit community projects and
agricultural education grants and scholarships through our Ag Days Gives Back Fund. You can purchase
your tickets online at agdays.com/buy5050 (LGCA 4206-RF-48251). The winner will be drawn on Friday,
January 23th at 9:15 AM and will be viewable on Facebook Live.

“Manitoba Ag Days is more than an event, it’s the Ag community coming together to celebrate all things
Agriculture. We are proud of the incredible success of the 2026 Show and all of the people who made it
all possible.” said Manitoba Ag Days General Manager, Kristen Phillips.

The participants in the Innovation Showcase were extremely grateful for the opportunity, as it
highlighted the latest and most innovative products and services in agriculture, offering excellent
visibility for the companies involved. “Showcasing new products and presenting innovative ideas to
potential customers is vital for both established companies and emerging entrepreneurs,” said Dwayne
Leslie, Chair of the Manitoba Ag Days Innovation Showcase Committee.

Our varied lineup of speakers offered something for everyone, and the sessions were well attended!
“Farmers understand that ongoing education is crucial for making the best management decisions,” said
Hannah Minshull, Program Committee Chair. “We can’t control the weather or the markets, but we can
stay up to date on the things like pest management, equipment investments and resilient business
plans—and that’s the kind of learning you’ll find at Manitoba Ag Days.”

On behalf of the board of directors and management team, we would like to extend a heartfelt thank
you to our loyal exhibitors, generous sponsors, incredible volunteers, the Keystone Centre staff, and the
city of Brandon for helping make this event such a tremendous success. It was wonderful to come
together and celebrate everything agriculture has to offer!

Planning is already underway for the 50th Manitoba Ag Days! Be sure to mark your calendars for
Tuesday, January 19 through Thursday, January 21, 2027. In the meantime, you can stay connected with
us on Facebook, X, Instagram, and TikTok @mbagdays, and catch full-length speaker sessions on
YouTube.

For all media inquiries please contact:
Teresa Hildebrand – Media Coordinator at (204) 526-0574 media@agdays.com
Kristen Phillips, Manitoba Ag Days General Manager at (204)728-4137 coordinator@agdays.com

Innovation Showcase Winners are Leading the way in Agriculture
The Innovation Showcase at Ag Days 2026 featured twenty-eight new products or services in seven
categories. “Farmers really want to see what is new and how it might work for them. They like the
opportunity to see products first hand and ask specific questions.” said Dwayne Leslie, Manitoba Ag Days
Innovation Showcase Committee Chair. First place Winners receive $500 and a $1000 advertising credit,
while Runner Ups receive $250 and a $500 advertising credit.

The 2026 Winners and Runner Ups are:
Ag Technology – sponsored by AgCanada
● Farm Shop Connect by Farm Shop Connect

Ag Machinery Repair records and task management Software

● WEED IT Dash by WEED IT Canada

Weed IT DASH

Agribusiness Services – sponsored by CountryGuide
● Frictionless Fertilizer Market by ClearCost

Frictionless Fertilizer Market

● Women’s Agricultural Workwear by AgPro Workwear Inc.

Women’s Agricultural Workwear

Agricultural Equipment – sponsored by Ag Dealer
● CornerStone Planter Ready Row Unit by North Valley Precision Planting

CornerStone Planter Ready Row Unit

● Spray Drone Tender by Farm & Sky Tech Ltd.

Spray Drone Tender

Agronomics – sponsored by Manitoba Co-operator
● CG P2X by Taurus Ag Marketing

CG P2X

● Convey Prime X by ATP Nutrition Ltd.

Convey Prime X

Animal and Livestock – sponsored by Canadian Cattlemen
● Feed Eazy Pro 3020 Tub Grinder by Kanpar / Allagparts

Feed Eazy Pro 3020 Tub Grinder

Farm Built Solutions – sponsored by The Western Producer
● PGA Automated Auger Sampler by Prairie Grain Analyzer

PGA Automated Auger Sampler

● Sunmill Solar Aeration by Farm Fresh Water

Sunmill Solar aeration

Farm Safety – sponsored by Grainews
● Fence Mower by R-Tech Industries

Fence Mower

● The Drawhand by Implement Solutions

The Drawhand

Manitoba Ag Days is proud to announce that Best in Show at Ag Days 2026 is awarded to Degelman
Industries Ltd. Best in Show is given to an exhibitor who exemplifies exhibitor excellence; this includes registering during registrtation, following move in instructions, being a good neighbour, utilizing every square inch of space available, showcasing their display in an attractive way, working with show management and most importantly following all fire regulations.

Registration for the Innovation Showcase for Ag Days 2027 will open August 4 – August 18th, along
with general exhibitor registrations. Showcase contenders are featured in the show publication and
online; this is a great way to get in front of your target audience. If you have an innovative product or
service to bring to market, #agdays27 is the place to do it! Watch for registration details at
agdays.com or on Facebook, X, Instagram and TikTok @mbagdays.

The Western Producer and the Manitoba Co-operator are the presenting sponsors of the Innovation
Showcase at Manitoba Ag Days. Each of the 7 categories is sponsored by one of Glacier FarmMedia’s
brands. Thank you to Ag Dealer, The Canadian Cattlemen, Grainews, CountryGuide and AgCanada for
being such strong supporters of Ag Innovation in our industry.

What to look for on Thursday – Ag Days 2026
The first two days of Ag Days 2026 were filled with dynamic speakers and interactive panel discussions
and covered a wide variety of subjects. Looking forward to Thursday’s program, visitors will see the
focus on the future, Produced on the Prairies and livestock.

The FCC Theatre program starts on Thursday at 9:30AM with a session titled Staying Secure in a Digital
World, by Val Caldwell. Next up is the Chem Company Showdown that producers have been asking for; it
means five reps are in one place to tell you what’s new. At 11:15AM the morning portion of the program
wraps up with a panel discussing data transparency and how industry cooperation can benefit farmers.
The afternoon program begins with a variety of products that have moved From Idea to Aisle. The last
speaker of the 2026 program in the FCC Theatre is Arlene Dickinson! Join us in welcoming this
prestigious entrepreneur, author and TV personality to the Ag Days stage at 2:30PM.

If you are interested in soybeans, peas or pulses, the MNP Theatre is the place to be on Thursday
morning for the Manitoba Pulse and Soybean Growers Program. Beginning at 9:30AM there is a full
morning of sessions that focus on the latest research about these crops. In the afternoon the focus shifts
to Round-up OR Roundup, with sessions on the cattle side of your ag operation. Sessions include,
Industry Advocacy: What’s the Beef?, Calving Season Heads & Tails and Cattle Markets – To Infinity and
Beyond?

Thursday is the last day to see 580 exhibitors, talk to the 28 contenders in the Innovation Showcase, and
see the best genetics from the farms participating in this years’ Bull Congress. Of course, you can also
purchase 50/50 tickets! The jackpot is growing and tickets are on sale until 9:00am on Friday, January
23, 2026 and can be purchased at www.agdays.com/buy5050 or at the show through our mobile sellers
or at the top of the ramp. Tickets are 1 for $10, 4 for $20, 20 for $50 or buy a bundle of 100 for $100.
LGCA 4206-RF-48251. The winner will be drawn on Friday, January 23 at 9:00AM on Facebook Live. All
proceeds support Ag Days Gives Back scholarships and community grants.

We look forward to seeing you at #agdays26! For the most current information please visit
www.agdays.com/

For all media inquiries please contact:

Teresa Hildebrand – Media Coordinator at (204) 526-0574 media@agdays.com
Kristen Phillips, Manitoba Ag Days General Manager at (204)728-4137 coordinator@agdays.com

Manitoba Young Speakers for Agriculture (MYSA) is pleased to announce the winners in both the junior
and senior categories of the competition, held in conjunction with Manitoba Ag Days.
The top four speakers in the junior category are:
● First – William Derksen
● Second – Janelle Gilmore
● Third – Gabriella Fewings
● Fourth – Leah Phillips

The top four speakers in the senior category are:
● First – Lillian Seward
● Second – Bianca Byers
● Third – Kaitlyn Hunt-Delaurier
● Fourth – Eve Campbell

Each of the top four finishers receive a cash prize of $1000, $800, $500 and $200 respectively. The first
place winner of each age category will have the opportunity to move onto the Royal Agricultural Winter
Fair in Toronto Ontario, which takes place November 6-15, 2026. Manitoba Ag Days will provide a
bursary of $1500 per competitor towards this experience, upon registration.

The junior judging team was composed of Fiona Jochum, Susan Kerr and Cameron Wollman. The senior
judging team was made up of Kim Beilby, Scott Day and Signe De’Athe. The timekeeper for the event was
Carlie Whetter. “Each of these individuals has a unique connection to agriculture and public speaking but
they all have a common interest in advancing the next generation of leaders”, commented MYSA
committee member Leanne Sprung.

Manitoba Young Speakers for Agriculture aims to encourage youth leadership, build public speaking
confidence, and foster a deeper understanding of agriculture’s role in Manitoba and beyond. The
competition is held with the collaboration and support of Manitoba Agriculture, Manitoba 4-H Council,
Agriculture in the Classroom Manitoba, the University of Manitoba and Assiniboine College. For more
information about MYSA or future competitions, visit agdays.com/mysa

Manitoba Ag Days is an annual three-day exposition of agriculture production expertise, technology and
equipment that is held at the Keystone Centre in Brandon Manitoba. The speaking program will take
place throughout the three-day event. The 2027 show dates are Tuesday, January 19 – Thursday, January
21st.

For more show information and the latest updates please visit https://www.agdays.com/ or follow us on
Facebook, X, Instagram or TikTok @mbagdays.

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