The Manitoba Ag Days show is an exposition of agricultural production expertise, technology, and equipment that attracts exhibitors and visitors from across Canada and North Central United States.

Meet the Featured Speakers at Ag Days 2026

Manitoba Ag Days is approaching quickly and the speaking theatres will be filled with must-attend sessions.
“Farming is a complex business and we know how important it is to keep up with all aspects of a farming
operation.” said Kristen Phillips, General Manager, Manitoba Ag Days. “You will continue to see a strong focus on
agronomy as well as sessions focused on emerging technology, livestock and marketing.”

The full speaker schedule will be posted at 2026 Speaking Schedule in December. Until then, Manitoba Ag Days is excited to
announce the 2026 featured speakers:

Tuesday
Manitoba Young Speakers for Agriculture Competition – 8:45AM in the MNP Theatre
Dr. Sylvain Charlebois – Feeding the Future – 1:30PM in the MNP Theatre @foodprofessor

Wednesday
Jacob Shapiro – Geopolitics: What Lies Ahead? – 11:00AM in the FCC Theatre
Greg Peterson AKA Machinery Pete – 3:00PM in the FCC Theatre @therealmachinerypete

Thursday
Arlene Dickinson – 2:30PM in the FCC Theatre

“Manitoba Ag Days has always been known for its complimentary speaking program. Through our partnerships
with Farm Credit Canada, Meyers Norris Penny, Manitoba Canola Growers Association, Manitoba Crop Alliance,
Manitoba Pulse and Soybean Growers Association and Manitoba Agriculture this years’ lineup has something for
everyone .” stated Hannah Minshull, program committee lead for Manitoba Ag Days.

The Manitoba Ag Days show is an annual three-day exposition of agriculture production expertise, technology and
equipment that attracts exhibitors and visitors from across Canada and the United States of America held at the
Keystone Centre in Brandon Manitoba. The speaking program will take place throughout the three-day event in the
FCC and MNP Theatres. The 2026 show dates are Tuesday, January 20 – Thursday, January 22.

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

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 Ag Days 2019 Show Highlights

#agdays19 Show Highlights

Tell Your Story – Be An Agvocate

 Canada’s largest indoor farm show will kick off the three-day event on Tuesday January 22nd.  This year’s show will include over 550 exhibitors all under 10 acres of indoor space at the Keystone Centre, in Brandon Manitoba.

 There are several key highlights to point out

  1. This year’s show we will be celebrating “Tell Your Story – Be An Agvocate”.  237 exhibitors have jumped on board with our theme and will be displaying facts about the agriculture industry in their booth throughout the duration of the show. The Manitoba Ag Days board challenges everyone to get involved and share their Agriculture story.
  1. The FIRST EVER MANITOBA SOCIAL is SOLD OUT and will take place Wednesday January 23rd at 8 pm in the Provincial Exhibition of Manitoba’s historic “Dome” building with all funds raised going to help support and expand Agriculture in the Classroom – Manitoba programing.  It will be a great opportunity for exhibitors and patrons to meet up for some casual conversation, drinks and help raise funds for an extremely important organization in our industry.
  1. Admission and parking is free!  The last show of its kind to remain completely complimentary. Don’t forget Murry Chev Olds Cadilac Buick GMC is providing the parking lot shuttle and the complimentary coat check is available just outside the Kinsmen Area sponsored by Fusion Credit Union. #agdays19
  1. Our free speaker program includes over 60 speakers on a variety of topics presenting in the FCC and MNP theatres.  This year’s program is packed full of fantastic speakers.  You can expect WORLD CLASS SPEAKERS on a variety of topics including the importance of connecting with consumers, the latest in technology, agronomy and market outlooks as well as topics on data and how it can be used to positively benefit the bottom line.
  1. The annual Kick Off Breakfast will be held at the Canad Inn’s Roadhouse Tuesday January 22 from 7:30 AM until 8:45 with a minimum $5 donation going to Manitoba Farm Rural and Northern Support Services sponsored by Canad Inns, The Great Western Roadhouse Bar and Grill and Q-Country 880AM, 91.5FM.
  1. The INVENTOR”S SHOWCASE features 14 new inventions with everything from drop pans to robotics to safety harnesses. The Inventor’s Showcase is located in Barn 4 this year and is always a big draw for our patrons!
  1. The NEW PRODCUTS competition has 19 entries with everything from new hybrids to new fertilizers to new concaves. These products are showcased throughout the show with NEW PRODUCT signage!
  1. Bull Congress is jammed packed again with 23 farms showcasing their latest genetics and 5 associations.
  1. The FARM SAFETY FEATURE is growing again with 13 entries this year. These products are showcased throughout the show with FARM SAFETY FEATURE signage! The Manitoba Ag Days Board made a board decision to all become first aid and CPR trained so that we have more trained staff at the show; we took this training this season.
  1. 50/50 draw will continue with funds raised benefiting our Ag Days Gives Back Community Giving Program, last year’s winner took home $11,250.00. Tickets can be purchased at the top of the ramp – 3 for $10.00 This year we are supporting a special young man in our Ag community – he knows first hand what a BBQ bristle can do if it gets lodged in your throat so we are encouraging everyone to throw away their BBQ Scrapers that haave bristles and come and purchase a 50/50 ticket at the show and we will give you a wooden BBQ Scraper* while supplies last
  1. Manitoba Ag Days Gives Back will announce this years’ recipients on Tuesday January 22nd at 1 PM in the FCC Theatre.
  1. Manitoba Ag Day’s Adventure with Ag In the Classroom will take place throughout the show with this year’s theme “Agriculture- Think Global, Act Local” highlighting a global perspective.

 For more information please contact:

Andrea Guthrie, Manitoba Ag Days Media Coordinator (204)851-7229 media@agdays.com 

OR

Kristen Philips, Manitoba Ag Days General Manager (204)728-4137 or (204)573-9039 coordinator@agdays.com

Runner Up Farm Built Solutions 2024 Innovation Showcase

Devloo Canola Crusher
Devloo “Miniature Combine”
Efficient, Effective and Time Saving
Description: We have created a mini combine for taking a grain sample in the field so that you do not have to take your combine out to the field to take a test.  Threshes all cereals and soybeans. 18″ high x 8″ wide x 16 ” long 
Room: Manitoba Room
Booth Number: 305B
Phone Number: 2048258030

Devloo Canola Crusher received $250 cash from Manitoba Ag Days, a $500 advertising gift certificate from The Western Producer and a take home mat to display at their booth all week and then take with them at the end of the show.