# Event Details - **Event Name**: Rooted in Change: Harford County 2026 Ag Symposium - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 09 May, 2026 at 07:30 am – Sat, 09 May, 2026 at 02:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: For anyone interested in learning about agriculture or invested in farming.About this EventThe 2026 Agricultural Symposium, Rooted in Change, will bring together farmers, agricultural professionals, and community leaders to explore the future of agriculture in Harford County and beyond. The event will offer remarks from our keynote speaker, as well as breakout sessions focused on key topics shaping the industry, including agricultural technology, value-added agriculture, women in agriculture, and preservation and conservation. Attendees will gain practical insights, hear real-world perspectives from industry experts, and connect with others working to strengthen and sustain the region’s agricultural economy. 🌱🚜Agenda🕑: 07:30 AM - 08:15 AMBreakfast & Registration 🕑: 08:30 AM - 09:30 AMKeynote Speaker: Jennie Schmidt, The Foodie Farmer & Schmidt Farms🕑: 09:45 AM - 10:45 AMBreakout Session 1🕑: 10:45 AM - 11:00 AMBreak🕑: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PMBreakout Session 2🕑: 12:00 PM - 02:00 PMLunch, Live Demonstrations, and Vendor FairBreakout SessionsAg TechnologyInfo: Speakers: Andy Kness, Agriculture Extension Educator, UMD Extension; Ben Hushon, Certified Crop Advisor, The Mill | Explore how technology is reshaping modern agriculture, from precision tools and data-driven decision-making to automation and on-farm innovation. This session will highlight practical applications that can improve efficiency, productivity, and sustainability.Value-Added AgricultureInfo: Speakers: Kimmi Doran Lyons, Agricultural Specialist, Harford County Government; Martin Proulx, Agricultural Specialist, Maryland Department of Agriculture; Megan Keyes, Owner, Keyes Creamery | Learn how farmers and producers are creating new revenue streams by transforming raw products into market-ready goods. Topics may include branding, processing, and direct-to-consumer sales, with real-world examples from the field.Women in AgricultureInfo: Speakers: Kristin Kirkwood, Executive Director, Harford Land Trust; Emmy Dallam, Owner, Homelands Poultry; Dr. Jennifer Trout, State Veterinarian, Maryland Department of Agriculture | This session focuses on the experiences and opportunities for women in agriculture today. Attendees will gain insight into leadership, career pathways, and building strong networks across farming and agribusiness.Preservation & ConservationInfo: Speakers: Bill Amoss, Harford Land Trust Conservation Award Winner & Vice Chair of the Harford County Agricultural Land Preservation Board; Jen Wilson, Agricultural Land Preservation Program Administrator, Harford County Government; Rob Weaver, District Conservationist, Harford Soil Conservation | Discover how preservation and conservation practices support long-term farm viability and environmental stewardship. This session will cover tools, programs, and strategies that help protect agricultural land while supporting productive operations. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/pylesville/rooted-in-change-harford-county-2026-ag-symposium/100001985136960086 - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 10, max: 20, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Pylesville - **state**: MD - **country**: United States - **location**: North Harford High School - **lat**: 39.6752932 - **long**: -76.4010016 - **full address**: North Harford High School, 211 Pylesville Road, Pylesville, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Rooted in Change: Harford County 2026 Ag Symposium - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/e11055f707e307b1a5bbe2d9c7646a9b6ec3e9409fca54a9b42bab7300f7d1cb-rimg-w1200-h600-dcf4f7ed-gmir.jpg?v=1773425548 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Rooted in Change: Harford County 2026 Ag Symposium being held? - **A:** Rooted in Change: Harford County 2026 Ag Symposium takes place on Sat, 09 May, 2026 at 07:30 am to Sat, 09 May, 2026 at 02:00 pm at North Harford High School, 211 Pylesville Road, Pylesville, United States. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Rooted in Change: Harford County 2026 Ag Symposium? - **A:** Ticket prices for Rooted in Change: Harford County 2026 Ag Symposium range from USD 10 to USD 20 depending on the ticket type. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityGeneral AdmissionUSD 10AvailableVendor & RegistrantUSD 20Available - **Q**: Who is organizing Rooted in Change: Harford County 2026 Ag Symposium? - **A:** Rooted in Change: Harford County 2026 Ag Symposium is organized by Harford County Office of Economic Development. ## Structured Data (JSON-LD) ```json [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Event", "name": "Rooted in Change: Harford County 2026 Ag Symposium", "image": "https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/e11055f707e307b1a5bbe2d9c7646a9b6ec3e9409fca54a9b42bab7300f7d1cb-rimg-w1200-h600-dcf4f7ed-gmir.jpg?v=1773425548", "startDate": "2026-05-09T07:30:00-04:00", "endDate": "2026-05-09T14:00:00-04:00", "url": "https://allevents.in/pylesville/rooted-in-change-harford-county-2026-ag-symposium/100001985136960086", "eventStatus": "https://schema.org/EventScheduled", "location": { "@type": "Place", "name": "North Harford High School", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "211 Pylesville Road", "postalCode": "21132", "addressLocality": "Pylesville", "addressRegion": "MD", "addressCountry": "US" }, "geo": { "@type": "GeoCoordinates", "latitude": "39.6752932", "longitude": "-76.4010016" } }, "eventAttendanceMode": "https://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode", "description": "For anyone interested in learning about agriculture or invested in farming.", "offers": [ { "@type": "AggregateOffer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "USD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-03-13", "availabilityEnds": "2026-05-09T14:00:00-04:00", "validFrom": "2026-03-13", "lowPrice": "10.00", "highPrice": "20.00", "price": "10.00", "url": "https://allevents.in/pylesville/rooted-in-change-harford-county-2026-ag-symposium/100001985136960086" }, { "@type": "Offer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "USD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-03-13", "availabilityEnds": "", "validFrom": "2026-03-13", "url": "https://allevents.in/pylesville/rooted-in-change-harford-county-2026-ag-symposium/100001985136960086", "price": "10.00", "name": "General Admission" }, { "@type": "Offer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "USD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-03-13", "availabilityEnds": "", "validFrom": "2026-03-13", "url": "https://allevents.in/pylesville/rooted-in-change-harford-county-2026-ag-symposium/100001985136960086", "price": "20.00", "name": "Vendor & Registrant" } ], "organizer": [ { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Harford County Office of Economic Development", "url": "https://allevents.in/org/harford-county-office-of-economic-development/23763289", "description": "Our Economic Development office is located on the Route 40 corridor just two minutes from Aberdeen Proving Ground. 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