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It’s Here: Farm Progress Show 2021 Kicks Off Next Week
Here’s what to know, what to get excited about and what not to miss as in-person farm shows make their comeback!
St. Charles, Ill. – Aug. 27, 2021 – Farmers, exhibitors and show presenters alike are ready to mix, mingle, and check out the latest in farm technology when the Farm Progress Show reconvenes in Decatur, Ill., next week.
With hundreds of exhibitors, this year’s show will give farmers the opportunity to engage with the latest in ag products, equipment and ideas, as well as the people who design and develop them. It’s been two years since the last in-person Farm Progress Show – which means there’s a lot to get caught up on.
Here are SIX must-sees for FPS21:
Ag Tech Innovations: At the 2021 Farm Progress Show there will be hundreds of new product innovations on display. From the hardware of new equipment to the software of new crop protection, there will be 2-years of product development for you to experience first-hand.
Corn Harvesting Demos: Each day, equipment manufacturers will showcase the latest in harvest technology. Combines, headers and grain carts will all be on display and showing off in the Show Demo Fields. The demonstrations will start each day at 11 a.m. and last until the day’s acres are worked.
Concert from Country Music Star Lee Brice, presented by Case IH and co-sponsored by Farm Progress: On Wednesday, Sept. 1 at 5:30 p.m., Brice will hold a concert and debut his new song, “Farmer,” for show attendees, exhibitors and sponsors. General admission tickets to the Farm Progress Show for that day will include entry to the concert.
A Live Barn Raising: Throughout FPS21, FBi Buildings will be showcasing the innovative Qlyft system by raising and lowering a pole barn. The Qlyft system uses hydraulic cylinders, I-beams, scissor-lift technology, and safety nets to allow the crew to assemble a complete roof, build and attach wall frames, and set the building in place – all in about 15 minutes.
Autonomous Showcase: Each day from 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Raven will display the OMNiDRIVE
, which allows for the automated pulling of the grain cart to unload the combine on the go. There will also be a showcase of the OMNiPOWER, a self-propelled power platform designed to easily interchange farm implements such as a sprayer or spreader to operate in the field, driver-free.
ADM Stage: Each day on the ADM Stage, attendees can catch must-see seminars, speakers and visits from special guests. This year’s events include a Farm Futures market update, a live taping of The Noon Show and a discussion from Ag Safety Day on ATV and tractor safety.
Don’t miss hearing directly from high-level elected officials during “The Noon Show” on Tuesday and Wednesday on the ADM Stage. Also on Tuesday, from 2:00-3:00 there will be a special session where governmental representatives will deliver insight from the House Ag Committee, Subcommittee on General Farm Commodities and Risk Management.
And don’t forget the daily demonstrations:
- Tillage
- Tiling
- Steve Lanvit Horse Training
- North America Diving Dogs
- Ride ‘n’ Drive opportunities
- And much more!
Check out the detailed show schedule for info on specific times.
In-person farm shows are back – and Farm Progress Show 2021 is the perfect place to start.
About Farm Progress
As part of Informa Markets, Farm Progress is the largest, most diversified agriculture information business in North America. Through a robust network of live events, digital products, data, marketing services, broadcasting and local and national publications, Farm Progress enables the nation’s most economically significant farmers, growers and ranchers to connect and do business. It serves 80% of the 2 million farms and ranches in the U.S., and an estimated 85% of the nation’s annual agricultural gross domestic product. Visit our website at https://Marketing.
