Join us at Huntington Place Convention Center in Detroit, Michigan for the National Urban Agriculture Conference!

Connect with USDA organizations and a diverse group of professionals whose work focuses on developing and strengthening urban agriculture initiatives in their communities. Learn about the transformative work being undertaken by the NUAg Initiative cooperating organizations that is aimed to “bridge the gap” for government programs across the United States and help build a sustainable future for urban food systems.

Consider attending as a sponsor or exhibitor! You’ll get a chance to promote your business or organization while you experience the exciting programs, networking opportunities, vital discussions, and enjoyable activities available throughout this three-day event.

Chris Lemons shows attendees around Gratitude Botanical Farm as a part of NUag Atlanta Kick-off Meeting farm tours.

Chris Lemons shows attendees around Gratitude Botanical Farm as a part of NUag Atlanta Kick-off Meeting farm tours.

CONFERENCE REGISTRATION

EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION is $175 for Conference Attendees includes the pre-conference bus tours and networking reception as well as all general and concurrent sessions, meals and snacks, panel discussions, the evening reception and closing ceremony.

A limited number of general sessions will be available for Virtual Attendees at $75.

Conference registration will open April 26, 2024.

In-Person Rate is $250 for registration beginning July 1, 2024

CONFERENCE PROGRAM OVERVIEW

Sunday, August 4th
10:00am  – 8:00pm

  • Pre-Conference Bus Tours to Urban Farms in the Detroit Metro Area

  • Evening Conference Reception (Offsite)

Monday, August 5th
7:00am  – 4:00pm
  • Breakfast
  • Welcome and Opening Session with Keynote Speaker
  • Morning Breakout Sessions
  • Lunch and Panel Discussion
  • Afternoon Breakout Sessions
  • Networking Breaks and Snacks included throughout the day
  • Dinner on Your Own
Tuesday, August 6th
7:00am  – 7:00pm
  • Breakfast
  • General Session Panel Discussion
  • Morning Breakout Sessions
  • Lunch and Keynote Presentation
  • Afternoon Breakout Sessions
  • Networking Breaks and Snacks included throughout the day
  • Closing Ceremony and Dinner (Onsite)

Sponsors & Exhibitors

Your sponsorship of the NUAg Initiative is a way to put information about your company or organization’s products and services directly into the hands of our conference attendees. All sponsors receive free registration and exhibitor space as well as recognition throughout the event.

Standard exhibitor space is available for just $500 and includes 2 complimentary registrations.