--- title: Convention description: Our mission is to celebrate diversity, productivity, and efficiency while offering education, networking, and recognition. --- [![OFA Logo](https://outstandingfarmers.com/hubfs/OFA%20Logo.svg "OFA Logo")](http://44409111.hs-sites.com/outstanding-farmers-of-america) - [About](https://outstandingfarmers.com/about) - [Programs](https://outstandingfarmers.com/programs) Show submenu for Programs - [NOYF Awards](https://outstandingfarmers.com/noyf-awards) - [NOYF Nomination Form](https://outstandingfarmers.com/nomination-form) - [Convention](https://outstandingfarmers.com/convention) Show submenu for Convention - [Registration](https://creativemindsdata.regfox.com/2027-outstanding-farmers-of-america-convention) - [Sponsors](https://outstandingfarmers.com/sponsors) - [Membership](https://outstandingfarmers.com/membership) - [Sponsors](https://outstandingfarmers.com/sponsors) - [News](https://outstandingfarmers.com/news) - [Contact](https://outstandingfarmers.com/contact) - [About](https://outstandingfarmers.com/about) - [Programs](https://outstandingfarmers.com/programs) Show submenu for Programs - [NOYF Awards](https://outstandingfarmers.com/noyf-awards) - [NOYF Nomination Form](https://outstandingfarmers.com/nomination-form) - [Convention](https://outstandingfarmers.com/convention) Show submenu for Convention - [Registration](https://creativemindsdata.regfox.com/2027-outstanding-farmers-of-america-convention) - [Sponsors](https://outstandingfarmers.com/sponsors) - [Membership](https://outstandingfarmers.com/membership) - [Sponsors](https://outstandingfarmers.com/sponsors) - [News](https://outstandingfarmers.com/news) - [Contact](https://outstandingfarmers.com/contact) ## Schedule of Events (as of June 1, 2024) Wed 2/5/25 Thu 2/6/25 Fri 2/7/25 Sat 2/8/25 Sun 2/8/25 - Registration Open Noon - 6:00 p.m. - Pre-Convention Tour "Legends and Libations" 1:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. - Hospitality Room Opens 6:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m. - NOYF Class of 2025 Welcome Dinner: 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. - NOYF Class of 2025 Breakfast: 7:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. - Registration Open: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. - NOYF Class of 2025 Interviews & Lunch: 8:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. - Iowa State Fair Kickoff Party: 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. - Hospitality Room Open: 8:30 p.m. – 12:00 a.m. - Registration Open: 7:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. - "An Agri-Innovation Adventure in Ames" and "From Kitchen to Crops: Exploring Agricultural Roots" Tours: 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. - Murder Mystery Dinner Party: 5:30 – 9:00 p.m. - Hospitality Room Open: 9:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m. - Registration Open: 7:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. - Breakfast & Opening General Session feat. Jolene Brown: 7:00 – 9:45 a.m.   - OFA Business Meeting: 10:15 – 10:45 a.m. - Regional Meetings: 10:45 – 11:45 a.m. - Lunch: 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. - NOYF Reception & Banquet: 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. - Hospitality Auction: 9:00 – 12:00 a.m. Guest Depart ![resort010 (3)](https://outstandingfarmers.com/hs-fs/hubfs/resort010%20(3).jpg?width=652&height=366&name=resort010%20(3).jpg) ## 2027 OFA Convention ## February 11-13, 2027 Orange Beach, Alabama  *Perdido Beach Resort* Make plans to attend the 2027 Outstanding Farmers of America Annual Convention!  We are excited to bring a new schedule with more educational workshops, exciting tours, and additional networking opportunities. [Convention Registration Here](https://creativemindsdata.regfox.com/2027-outstanding-farmers-of-america-convention) [Hotel Reservations Here](https://app.marriott.com/reslink?id=1776878596532&key=GRP&app=resvlink) Schedule of Events Schedule is subject to change WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 10 PRE-CONVENTION ACTIVITIES | TIME | EVENT | | --- | --- | | 6:00–8:30 PM | National Finalist Orientation *(Finalists Only)* | | 8:00–11:00 PM | OFA Hospitality Room Social | THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 11 NETWORKING, EDUCATION & WELCOME CELEBRATION | TIME | EVENT | | --- | --- | | 6:30–8:30 AM | National Finalist Breakfast *(Finalists Only)* *All other attendees - Breakfast on your Own* | | 7:00 AM–12:00 PM | National Finalist Interview Waiting Room *(Finalists Only)* | | 12:30–1:45 PM | OFA Networking Lunch & Team-Building Activities | | 2:00–3:45 PM | **OFA Educational Breakout Sessions** Niel McDonald – Edward Jones Mitt Walker – Alabama Farmers Federation | | 6:00–6:30 PM | Welcome Reception | | 6:30–9:30 PM | **Welcome Banquet & Meet the 2027 National Finalists** | | 9:30 PM–12:00 AM | OFA Hospitality Room Social | FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 12 AGRICULTURAL TOURS & BOOTS ON THE BEACH | TIME | EVENT | | --- | --- | | 6:30–7:30 AM | NOYF Delegate Breakfast (for all Attendees) | | 8:00 AM–1:45 PM | **Friday Agricultural Tours** Tour A: Sirmon Farms & Waters Nursery Tour B: Cassebaum Farms & Waters Nursery Lunch provided at Waters Nursery | | Afternoon | Free Time – Enjoy Orange Beach! | | 6:00–6:30 PM | Evening Reception | | 6:30–10:00 PM | **Boots on the Beach OFA Dinner** Southern cuisine and live entertainment featuring Jenna Paulette | | 10:00 PM–12:00 AM | OFA Hospitality Room Social | SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 13 CELEBRATING AGRICULTURAL EXCELLENCE | TIME | EVENT | | --- | --- | | 8:00–9:30 AM | NOYF Recognition Breakfast (for all Attendees) Featured Speaker: J.J. Jones | | 9:45–11:00 AM | OFA Forum Featured Speaker: Gary W. Black | | 11:30 AM–1:00 PM | NOYF John Deere Luncheon | | 1:30–3:30 PM | OFA Annual Meeting & Regional Meetings | | 4:30–6:00 PM | 2027 NOYF Class Photos & Reception *(Finalists Only)* | | 6:00–7:00 PM | National Outstanding Young Farmer Reception | | 7:00–9:00 PM | **National Outstanding Young Farmer Awards Banquet** | | 9:30 PM–1:00 AM | OFA Hospitality Room Social, Auction & Fundraiser | SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 14 FAREWELL | TIME | EVENT | | --- | --- | | All Day | Guest Departures | Schedule is tentative and subject to change. Finalist-only activities are designated above. All listed times are local to Orange Beach, Alabama. [Register Here](https://creativemindsdata.regfox.com/2027-outstanding-farmers-of-america-convention) ## Be a Convention Sponsor Sponsoring the annual OFA Convention comes with a variety of opportunities for brand exposure through event promotions, media coverage and marketing materials. 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