Regional Workforce Alliance Quarterly Meeting: The Future of Agriculture in Rural Minnesota

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12 Jul 2026


Events

Discussion Focus:

  • Workforce Pipeline and Retention
  • Mental Health, Economic Stress, and Rural Stability
  • Innovation, Technology, and Modern Agriculture Careers

Panelists:

  • Keith Olander • Executive Director of AgciCentric, MState Northern Agricultural Center of Excellence, Central Lakes College, Dean of Agricultural Studies
  • Monica McConkey • Ag Mental Health Specialist, Rural Behavioral Health Counselor & Consultant Eyes on the Horizon Consulting, LLC
  • Representative Paul Anderson • Minnesota State Representative, District 12AFarmer & Co-Chair, House Agriculture Finance and Policy Committee
  • Becky Heinz • Dairy Heard Manager, Owner of Legendary Acres
  • Kyle Olson • Farm Business Management Instructor, Northland Community and Technical College, Moorhead campus

Event Details:

  • Virtual Meeting  Thursday, July 16 
  • 10:00 AM-Noon (Panel Discussion: 10:25 AM to 11:30 AM)
  • Join regional leaders, employers, educators, workforce professionals and community partners for an important conversation about the future of agriculture in rural Minnesota.

Meeting Access:

Link to join the meeting:

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