Ag Week
By registering to join any activity or event during Ag Week, you are helping increase awareness of the diverse agricultural businesses powering our economy, strengthening connections across the agricultural community, supporting workforce development for future ag professionals, and deepening community understanding of agriculture’s impact. Please note: some activities and events require registration in advance, while others do not.
Agriculture is the foundation of our region’s economy. Ag Week 2026 is our opportunity to highlight the depth of expertise, innovation, and economic impact local agribusinesses bring to Adams County and the surrounding area. We invite you to join us by registering for many of the activities and events planned for the week! As a chamber member, we encourage you to share this information with employees, clients and customers as an invitation to join in learning about and celebrating our region's agricultural industry!
The Hastings Area Chamber of Commerce and Hastings Economic Development Corporation will celebrate Ag Week, March 15 – 21:
- Ag Week Proclamation with Mayor Beckby on Monday, March 16
- Lunch and Learn Sessions at CPI on Tuesday, March 17
- Tours of WR Reserve on Wednesday and Thursday, March 18 and 19
- Business After Hours at Ruhter Auction & Realty on Thursday, March 19
- Agricultural Careers Tours for High School Students on Friday, March 20
- Hastings Area Chamber of Commerce Agribusiness Committee Scholarship Award Announcement on Friday, March 20
By partnering in support of Ag Week, you help increase awareness of the diverse agricultural businesses powering our economy, strengthen connections across the agricultural community, support workforce development for future ag professionals, and deepen community understanding of agriculture’s impact.
Together, we can ensure our region recognizes, understands, and is excited about, the essential role agriculture plays in Adams County and beyond!
