Winchester, Ind. – Agricultural producers, agribusiness professionals and community stakeholders are invited to the 2026 Agriculture Outlook on Jan. 27 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. The event will be at the Randolph County Fairgrounds, Husted Hall, 1885 S. US Hwy 27, Winchester, IN 47394.

The Agriculture Outlook program will provide timely perspectives on the challenges and opportunities facing agriculture in 2026, including policy developments, market trends, land values and producer resources.

Featured speakers include:

- Don Lamb, director, Indiana State Department of Agriculture

- Katie Nelson, executive director of public policy, Indiana Farm Bureau

- Chad Fiechter, Purdue Center for Commercial Agriculture

- Howard Halderman, president, Halderman Companies

- Zoe Robinson, Purdue Extension Farm Stress Team

Attendees will hear expert analysis and practical information designed to support informed decision-making for the year ahead, along with opportunities for discussion and networking.

Registration is required by Jan. 20, 2026.

To register, contact Amy Alka, ANR Extension educator, at 765-584-2271 or aalka@purdue.edu.

Lunch will be provided.

The Agriculture Outlook brings together experts from across the agricultural sector to discuss emerging trends, policy impacts, and resources critical to Indiana’s farming and agribusiness communities.