MIDWEST AGRICULTURAL EXPORT SUMMIT
Forging FORWARD
New Markets, More Sales.
AUGUST 12, 2026
About
The sixth-annual Midwest Agricultural Export Summit is a unique opportunity to collaborate on export strategies that will enhance our region’s competitiveness in the global economy. The 2026 summit will focus on “Forging Forward: New Markets, More Sales” and include conversations featuring national, international, regional, and state agricultural and trade leaders.
The event is being held in Sioux Falls, SD on August 12th, 2026.
Agenda for Day of Event:
• 8:30 AM – Welcome Reception
• 9:15 AM – Welcome Remarks / Summit Begins
• 12:00 PM – Lunch
• 3:30 PM – Summit Concludes
• 3:30 – 4:00 PM – Ice Cream Networking Reception
Attendance at the summit is by invitation only, and space is limited. Please contact Kyriel Clark at kyriel.clark@southdakotatrade.com for more information about attending or sponsoring the event.
KEY TOPICS INCLUDE:
- EMERGING EXPORT MARKETS
- CURRENT TRADE CHALLENGES
- AMERICA FIRST TRADE POLICY
- REGIONAL COLLABORATION OPPORTUNITIES