Ranchers, land managers, educators and students from across the Cornhusker State are invited to attend the 2026 Nebraska Grazing Conference Aug. 4-5 at the Younes Conference Center in Kearney.
This year’s theme, “Celebrating Grazing on Nebraska’s Grasslands,” aligns with the 2026 International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists, recognizing the role of grazing systems in environmental stewardship, agricultural productivity and rural communities.
The conference will be preceded by a Grassland Alliance meeting from 1 to 3:30 p.m. Aug. 4. Conference programming will begin at 3:30 p.m. with trade show and educational sessions focused on grazing management innovations, including virtual fencing. An evening celebration will follow, recognizing the International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists.
