2024 Agri-Business Conference Recap

Our 2024 Agri-Business Conference was an outstanding event featuring 3 distinguished keynote speakers who brought invaluable insights into challenges and opportunities we may face in 2025. Thank you to everyone that and attended this year’s event. We look forward to beginning the planning of our 2025 Agri-Business Conference. From all of us at Security Bank, Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Elliot Eisenberg’s keynote, “The US Economy: Amazingly Resilient, So Far,” highlighted the economy’s unexpected strength amidst significant challenges. He discusses key factors such as labor market tightness, robust consumer spending, and business adaptability that have sustained growth despite rising interest rates and inflationary pressures. Eisenberg also explored vulnerabilities, including the impacts of Federal Reserve policies, ongoing supply chain disruptions, and geopolitical uncertainties. His analysis emphasized both the resilience and potential risks ahead, offering a balanced outlook for economic trends in 2024 and for the year ahead.    

Blaine Groth’s keynote, “Making Money with Soil Health and Low CI Crops,” focused on the financial and environmental benefits of adopting sustainable farming practices. He emphasized how improving soil health enhances crop yields, reduces input costs, and supports long-term profitability. Groth also highlighted the growing market demand for low carbon intensity (CI) crops, which offer farmers opportunities to tap into premium pricing and sustainability incentives. Through practical examples, he demonstrated how integrating these practices can boost both farm revenues and environmental stewardship.

Bill Busch’s keynote, “When This is Who You Become,” delivered a powerful and relatable message for everyone in the room. He explored the challenges and opportunities that come with personal and professional growth, emphasizing how life experiences shape who we are and who we aspire to be. With engaging storytelling and heartfelt insights, Busch encouraged the audience to embrace change, reflect on their values, and take ownership of their journeys. His universal themes resonated deeply, leaving attendees inspired to become the best versions of themselves, regardless of their backgrounds or industries.