FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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Kayla Schneider
Marketing Coordinator — National No-Tillage Conference
262-777-2436
kschneider@lessitermedia.com
What is the National No-Tillage Conference?
Since 1993 the National No-Tillage Conference has been the leading no-till education and networking event for farmers across the U.S. and Canada. Hosted by No-Till Farmer and co-sponsored by 16 industry-leading companies, the conference brings the best minds in no-till farming together to discuss strategies, challenges and successes. With more than 100 targeted hours of learning, the conference delivers insightful learning and unlimited networking with the best of the no-till community.
When and where will the 2025 National No-Tillage Conference be?
The 33rd annual conference will be held on Jan. 7-10, 2025, at the Louisville Marriott Downtown Hotel in Kentucky.
How do I make hotel reservations for the National No-Tillage Conference?
There will be a block of discounted conference rooms for NNTC attendees available at the Louisville Marriott Downtown Hotel, the host site of the 2025 conference. Stay tuned for rates and booking information.
Click here for updates on hotel information
Why should I attend the National No-Tillage Conference?
No other event gives you a 4-day learning opportunity featuring more than 100 targeted hours of learning that deliver the latest research, ideas and tools to help your farm reach its top potential. On average, conference attendees take home $69,934.17* in new ideas to immediately use in their no-till system. *According to NNTC Attendee Surveys.
You should attend the National No-Tillage Conference if you…
- Currently use no-tillage practices on your farm;
- Are transitioning to using no-tillage practices on your farm;
- Want to learn more about no-tillage tools, techniques, challenges and successes.
Are discounts available for large groups?
If you are registering more than 10 attendees, contact Luke Weigel (lweigel@lessitermedia.com or 262.777.2424) to discuss discounted group rates. You may qualify for savings of over 25% off the regular attendee rate.
What if I only want to attend select days of the conference?
You can purchase a 1-day pass for $399 or a 2-day pass for $529 by calling (262) 432-0388 to speak with a customer service representative.
How do I register for the National No-Tillage Conference?
Here are several easy ways to register to attend all 4 days of the 2025 National No-Tillage Conference:
Online
Register online at our secure website
Phone
Call toll-free from within the U.S. and Canada at (866) 839-8455 or (262) 432-0388. Customer service is available between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT, Mon.-Fri. Please be sure to have your credit card handy.
On Site
You may sign up by visiting our registration booth during the National No-Tillage Conference; However, pre-registration discounts may be available. Visit the conference registration page for current registration rates.
What are the refund and cancellation policies for the National No-Tillage Conference?
- Your registration is 100% refundable through November 30, 2024.
- Your registration is 50% refundable December 1, 2023, through December 27, 2024.
- Sorry, no refunds after December 27, 2024.
What are the details of the pre-conference bonus workshop?
Stay tuned for workshop updates later in 2024!
What is included in the cost of registration?
Your registration includes access to all educational and networking sessions that will occur during the conference with the exception of any special workshops which are available for an additional fee to attend. As part of your registration, you will also receive:
- A 1-year subscription to No-Till Farmer magazine Bonus Value: $59.95
- An official National No-Tillage Conference Hat Bonus Value: $9.95
- Access to video recordings of general sessions & classroom presentations Bonus Value: $419
- Several special no-till reports and guides Bonus Value: $31.90
- And several other free bonuses and educational resources!
If I already subscribe to No-Till Farmer, do I still get the free 1-year subscription with my registration?
Yes, your free subscription will be added to your current subscription to extend your subscription term.
How can I obtain a letter of invitation (for international attendees seeking travel visas)?
The National No-Tillage Conference welcomes attendees from around the world to experience 4 days of learning and networking with the best minds in no-till farming. Please email us or call (262) 432-0388 to speak with a customer service representative and make arrangements for a letter to be sent.
Can I be a speaker?
If you are interested in being considered as a speaker for the National No-Tillage Conference, or if there is anybody in mind that you look up to for their no-till success who you feel would be a good addition to our 2025 speaker lineup, please feel free to email Noah Newman with your suggestions at nnewman@lessitermedia.com.
What sponsorship opportunities are available for the 2025 National No-Tillage Conference?
We offer many opportunities for companies to be involved with our annual conference. If you are interested at the sponsorship level, please email Luke Weigel at lweigel@lessitermedia.com to learn more.
I am a sponsor for the National No-Tillage Conference or a group/association organizer. What resources are available for me to help my customers or members attend the Conference?
If you are a sponsor or group/assoc. organizer interested in arranging a group to attend the upcoming Conference, please contact Luke Weigel at lweigel@lessitermedia.com to discuss group rates and to request conference promotional material for you to distribute to your customers/members.
Can my spouse attend the educational sessions?
Spouses are welcome to attend the educational sessions at no cost. However, if your spouse will be joining you for attendee meals, please purchase a spouse meal ticket by visiting the onsite conference registration desk, or by calling (866) 839-8455 or (262) 432-0388. Spouses who are not attending the educational sessions are invited to attend the free spouses program. Check back soon for the spouse's program.
Is there a Spouse Program? What activities will be taking place during the Spouse Program?
Spouses who are not attending the educational sessions are invited to the Spouse's Program. Check back soon for program updates.
Who will all be speaking at the 2025 Conference and when?
We’re excited to bring you this unique, one-of-a-kind learning experience assembling the best no-tillers, agronomists and researchers together in one location to share cutting-edge ideas, techniques and strategies to raise your level of no-till profitability, efficiency and efficacy. We will be releasing the 2025 agenda in 2024.
How is the National No-Tillage Conference structured? What is a “roundtable discussion?”
The National No-Tillage Conference features nearly 40 top-notch no-tillers, agronomists, researchers and other no-till experts to deliver innovative ideas that can help you get the most out of your no-till farming system. The conference offers:
- General Session Presentations: listen as the most experienced no-till experts talk about key concerns for no-tillers across the world.
- No-Till Roundtable Discussions: focus on a specific no-till topic in small groups for a face-to-face learning and sharing environment with other no-tillers.
- No-Till Classrooms: choose among these overlapping sessions for specialized no-till learning that fits your exact wants and needs.
- Pre-Conference Workshop: start learning before the conference officially begins with a limited-seating session at Starkey Farms. (Requires an additional fee)
- Hallway Networking: take a break between sessions to have some refreshments and discuss the tools and strategies you’ve learned with fellow no-tillers.
Will there be official No-Till Farmer apparel, reports or books sold at the Conference?
Yes, the National No-Tillage Conference Bookstore will have official Conference and No-Till Farmer apparel, reports and books available for sale. The Bookstore accepts cash, credit and checks.
Can I receive continuing education credits for attending the National No-Tillage Conference?
We will apply for credits in late 2024. Check back to see the approved list.
Can I register for next year’s Conference while attending the event?
Absolutely! You can register onsite and take advantage of the special Super Early Bird Rate and save on your 2026 Conference registration. Please visit the registration area at the host hotel.
Are notepads and pens provided for taking notes during sessions?
Yes! A notepad and pen will be provided in your free attendee bag for you to record all of the valuable information gleaned from these 4 days of no-till education and networking. You are more than welcome to bring your own note-taking materials as well.
Who do I contact if I have additional questions about the National No-Tillage Conference?
If you have questions about the conference schedule, program, hotel, your registration or transportation, please email us at info@no-tillfarmer.com or call (262) 432-0388 to speak with a customer service representative.
If you have any farming-related questions you would like answered during the conference, please email them to customerservice@lesitermedia.com. You can also fax them to us at (262) 786-5564, mail to us at the address above or give them to us at the conference.
Questions about the National No-Tillage Conference?
For general conference inquiries contact No-Till Farmer
by phone at (866) 839-8455 or (262) 432-0388;
by fax at (262) 786-5564;
or by email at info@no-tillfarmer.com
To learn about group attendance discounts and sponsorship opportunities contact: Kayla Schneider
at (262) 777-2436 or kschneider@lessitermedia.com
Mail to:
P.O. Box 624
Brookfield, WI 53008-0624
