Attend the Emerging Farmers Conference
Pricing and Interpretation
Introducing a Registration Fee to Enhance the Emerging Farmers Conference Experience for ALL!
As the Emerging Farmers Conference has grown, so have its expenses. Every year we have a significant percentage of registrants not show up, which takes away from others being able to attend when we have space limitations. In order to address these issues, new this year the conference will be charging a registration fee for farmers. We do not take this decision lightly and with input from farmers, we have decided to make this change.
The cost for farmers will be $25 per day, or $40 for both days. This price includes:
- Lunch and heavy appetizers on Friday
- Breakfast, lunch and snacks on Saturday
- Parking for each day if you select it during registration.
For non-farmers the cost will be $125 for Saturday and you are responsible for parking costs. Friday sessions are for farmers only. Non-farmers are encouraged to register for the networking session for Friday evening to engage with farmers and other supporters.
Financial Assistance:
If you need help paying for the conference, please fill out this form and we’ll be in touch with you by August 31st. Do not register until you’ve heard from us.
Interpretation:
If you need interpretation let us know when you register and we will provide an interpreter. In 2023 we had nine languages spoken at the conference!
Parking, Transportation and Hotels
Parking & Transportation
Parking:
Parking is available in University lots. The cost is $13 per day. Farmers can have free parking but must select parking for each day when they register.
Light Rail:
The Green line stops a short block from the McNamara Alumni Center at the East Bank Station. It is on Washington Avenue. For specific route and schedule information visit www.metrotransit.org or https://www.metrotransit.org/route/green.
Hotels
EFC Hotel Room Block:
We have a discounted rate at Days Hotel by Wyndham University Ave SE
.3 miles from McNamara Center
2407 University Ave SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414
(612) 254-6418
Details:
- Price is $99 per night plus tax for November 1st & 2nd
- You must book your room by September 30th to receive the rate
- Rooms are limited so book soon!
- Free parking- 1 spot per room
- You have 3 options for booking:
- Call 612-623-9303 and tell them you’re with the Emerging Farmers Conference
- Email [email protected] and mention the Emerging Farmers Conference
- Book through this link which automatically gives you the discounted rate
Other Area Hotels:
Hilton Garden Inn Minneapolis University Area
.4 miles from McNamara
511 SE Huron Blvd, Minneapolis, MN 55414
(612) 504-3000
.1 mile from McNamara
615 Washington Ave SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414
(612) 379-8888
Hampton Inn & Suites Minneapolis University Area
.6 miles from McNamara
2812 University Avenue SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414
(612) 259-8797
Home2 Suites by Hilton Minneapolis University Area
.6 miles from McNamara
2808 University Ave SE Minneapolis, MN 55414
(612) 473-4662
