79th Annual Meeting of the South Carolina Farm Bureau Federation
Join us for the 79th Annual Meeting of the South Carolina Farm Bureau Federation. This year, we're excited to offer educational sessions and workshops tailored to meet you right where you are. And of course, we'll gather with our friends and celebrate the outstanding grassroots volunteers who make this organization great.
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Event Location
Embassy Suites Oceanfront Myrtle Beach
9800 Queensway Blvd
Myrtle Beach, SC 29572 -
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Contact
Stephanie Sox
ssox@scfb.org
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10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
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Ag in the Classroom Golf Tournament Registration
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Arcadian Shores
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HOSTED BY SC FARM BUREAU YOUNG FARMERS & RANCHERS
DECEMBER 1, 2022 – 11:00 A.M.
ARCADIAN SHORES GOLF CLUB
MYRTLE BEACH, SC
Join us for the Annual SC Farm Bureau golf tournament fundraiser benefiting the SC Ag in the Classroom Fund. SC Ag-in-the-Classroom Fund (AITC) is an educational non-profit organization (501-C-3) created to promote awareness and recognition of the importance of the sources of our food and fiber. The Golf Benefit helps AITC continue to provide agriculturally accurate supplies, lesson plans, and workshops to educators and schools in SC.
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11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
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Ag in the Classroom Golf Tournament
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1:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
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Recieving items for Farmers Market & Craft Fair and Silent Auction
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Embassy Suites - Windsor B
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2:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
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Convention/Voting Delegate Registration Open
Location
Embassy Suites - Hotel Lobby
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Please bring your confirmation letter you received from online registration to get your name badge printed.
Time
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
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Welcome Dinner
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Marriott Resort - Atlantic Ballroom
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The kickoff event for Annual Meeting includes the presentation of the Ag in the Classroom Golf Tournament Awards, the SCFB Legislators of the Year, and recognition of the Grass Roots All Stars.
This year's menu features beef, sponsored by the SC Beef Council.
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8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
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Federal PAC Fundraiser
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Marriott Resort - Oleander Ballroom
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$100
Ensure your voice is heard in Washington D.C. and support the Federal PAC at this dessert reception immediately following the Welcome Dinner.
Enjoy some sweet treats and place your ticket in the raffle of your choice.
Ticket required for entry. Entry ticket constitutes one raffle ticket. Additional raffle tickets maybe purchased for $100 each. Federal PAC contribution limits apply.
Time
8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
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Farmers Hall and Perk Place Open
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Embassy Suites - Cambridge & Winchester Hall and Hampton & Somerset
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The Big Farm Show reimagined, Farmers Hall brings the best exhibits in a more intimate setting. Farmers Hall is located in Cambridge Hall and Winchester Hall. Our favorite ag partners,USDA, SCDA, Clemson University and more, will be located in City Hall in Somerset near the Silent Auction and Farmers Market & Craft Fair.
Again this year, you'll have the chance to spend some time with a few of our Member Benefits providers in the Perk Place Cafe. Enjoy coffee any time of the day and learn more about Farm Bureau Insurance, Farm Bureau Bank and the Products Program. Perk Place is located in Hampton near the Silent Auction and Farmers Market & Craft Fair.
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8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
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Dairy Bar featuring Milky Way Dairy and cookies!
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Embassy Suites - Winchester Hall
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Volunteers from the Piedmont District will be serving up treats to tame your sweet tooth: warm cookies and delicious Milky Way Farms flavored milk. The Dairy Bar will be in Farmers Hall.
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8:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
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Convention/Voting Delegate Registration Open
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Embassy Suites - Hotel Lobby
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8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
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Convention/Voting Delegate Registration Open
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Embassy Suites - Hotel Lobby
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8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
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Self-Serve Dairy Bar Treats
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Embassy - Cambridge Hall
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Enjoy your favorite ice cream treat from one of several coolers around the convention.
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9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
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Farmers Hall, Perk Place and City Hall open
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Embassy Suites - Cambridge Hall, Winchester Hall, Hampton and Somerset
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8:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
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General Session
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Embassy Suites - Kensington DEFG
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The first business session for the Annual Meeting starts with an open hearing for resolutions.
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9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Title
Farms Under Threat: Choices for South Carolina’s Future
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Embassy Suites - Kensington DEFG
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Speakers:
Choosing an Abundant Future Initiative that projects three alternative development scenarios from 2016 to 2040 — Business as Usual, Runaway Sprawl and Better Built Cities. The report shows that development choices have a significant effect on the future of farmland and ranchland and urges Americans to embrace Better Built Cities to safeguard local farms and ranches, bolster the global food system, and improve people’s daily lives. The presentation will focus on South Carolina.
Time
9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
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Silent Auction and Farmers Market & Craft Fair Open
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Embassy Suites - Windsor ABC
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10:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Title
Morning Break - Farmers Hall
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Embassy Suites - Cambridge Hall
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Take a break and take time to meet some of our exhibitors in the Farmers Hall.
Time
10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
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CAMM Training (2-hour credit; $30)
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Embassy Suites - Winchester
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Training
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2 hour credit $30
Speakers:
Earn 2 hours of credit for the Confined Animal Manure Manager (CAMM) Program and learn about record keeping and manure spreader calibration from CAMM Program Coordinator, Bryan Smith.
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10:15 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
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Story Time with the Dairy Godmother
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Embassy Suites - Windsor Foyer
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Bring your kids for an interactive session with Jill Jeffords, Director of Ag in the Classroom.
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10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Title
Wildlife Management Options for Landowners
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Embassy Suites - Kensington DEFG
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Local Issues
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Speakers:
Hear from three wildlife experts and learn new technics and programs for managing invasive species on your farm.
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10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
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Investing in Your Future: Estate and Business Planning
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Embassy Suites - Pembroke
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Sustainability
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Set your farm business up for success with advice from a financial advisor specializing in farmland and farm business generational planning. Get answers to your business and estate questions including forming LLCs and how the new estate tax might affect you.
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11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
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Legislative Luncheon
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Embassy Suites - Kensington ABC
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All are invited to enjoy a sandwich buffet and hear an update from the SCFB Government Relations team while getting tools and tips for being an outstanding grassroots advocate.
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12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
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Leadership Luncheon - NO TICKET REQUIRED
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Marriott Resort - Atlantic Ballroom
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NO TICKET REQUIRED
New this year, Young Farmers and Ranchers join the Women's Leadership program to celebrate the successes of the year and enjoy entertainment sure to put you in the Christmas spirit! Activity Awards will be presented during the luncheon.
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1:15 p.m. - 2:15 p.m.
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Pesticide Applicators Training
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Embassy Suites - Kensington DEFG
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Training
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Earn pesticide applicators credits.
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1:15 p.m. - 2:15 p.m.
Title
Santee Lynches Capacity Use Area Help Session
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Embassy Suites - Oxford
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Local Issues
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SC Dept of Health and Environmental Control will be available to provide training for irrigators located in the Santee Lynches Capacity Use area. On July 15, 2021, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control Board, as established in Section 49-5-60, approved the designation of all of Chesterfield, Clarendon, Kershaw, Lee, Richland, and Sumter Counties as the Santee-Lynches Capacity Use Area.
The Groundwater Use and Reporting Program issues Groundwater Use Withdrawal Permits to all groundwater systems located in a designated Capacity Use Area. Groundwater users who are in designated capacity use areas of the Coastal Plain are required to request a permit to construct and/or operate any well which will use over 3 million gallons in any one month. Permits for usage are subject to review and renewal every 5 years.
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1:15 p.m. - 2:15 p.m.
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Growing your Business - Panel Discussion
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Embassy Suites - Pembroke
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Sustainability
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From grants to marketing plans, these three industry experts bring great advice for farmers looking to expand their business.
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1:15 p.m. - 2:15 p.m.
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SCFB Marketing Association, LLC. Annual Meeting
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Embassy Suites - Winchester
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Annual meeting of the Marketing Association with financial report, investment report and election of officers.
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1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
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YF&R Excellence in Ag Presentations
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Embassy Suites - Eton
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Hear from South Carolina's finest young leaders as they share about their involvement in agriculture, leadership and promoting Farm Bureau's mission.
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2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Title
Pesticide Applicators Training
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Embassy Suites - Kensington DEFG
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Training
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Earn pesticide applicators credits.
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2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
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Climate Smart Farming
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Embassy Suites - Pembroke
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Sustainability
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Hear from Clemson University about their new Climate Smart Farming initiative and learn ways to apply these practices on your farm.
Time
2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Title
Run For Local Government Like a Pro
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Embassy Suites - Oxford
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Local Issues
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Local government moves at a lightening pace and it's more important that ever that you show up to stand up for your farm and business. Our GR team will share ways to run a successful campaign for an office on the local level.
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3:15 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
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Discussion Meet Competitor Orientation
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Embassy Suites - Eton
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3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
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County Farm Bureau Investment Board, LLC.
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Embassy Suites - Winchester
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Annual Meeting of County Investment Board LLC, with finance report, investment report and election of officers.
Time
4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
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Young Farmer & Rancher Discussion Meet - Semi Final Round
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Embassy Suites - Kensington A&B
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Listen in as Young Farmers discuss some of the most challenging issues facing agriculture today and determine solutions to problems being debated across the nation.
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5:15 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
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Young Farmer & Rancher Discussion Meet - Final Round
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Embassy Suites - Kensington A
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The Top 4 Finalists hold their final discussion before the state winner is determined.
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6:00 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.
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Silent Auction and Farmers Market & Craft Fair Open
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Embassy Suites - Windsor ABC
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Silent Auction bidding ends at 7:15 pm.
Time
6:00 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.
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Convention/Voting Delegate Registration Open
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Embassy Suites - Hotel Lobby
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7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
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Awards & Recognition Program
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Embassy Suites - Kensington DEFG
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Our volunteer leaders are the heart of this organization. Join us as we honor and recognize those dedicated members who have gone above and beyond in the last year.
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8:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
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Farmers Market & Craft Fair Open
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Embassy Suites - Windsor BC
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8:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
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Silent Auction item pick-up
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Windsor A
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Any items not picked up will be donated to a local charity.
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7:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
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Convention/Voting Delegate Registration
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Embassy Suites - Hotel Lobby
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8:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
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Voting Delegate Session
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Embassy Suites - Kensington DEFG
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Voting delegate session followed by election of officers and the Organizational Meeting of the 2023 SCFB Board of Directors
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9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
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Farmers Market & Craft Fair Open
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Embassy Suites - Windsor BC
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Time
9:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
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Youth Ambassador Registration
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Embassy Suites - Oxford
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10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
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Pee Dee District Caucus
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Embassy Suites - Kensington A
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10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
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Piedmont District Caucus
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Embassy Suites - Kensington B
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Time
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
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Central District Caucus
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Embassy Suites - Kensington C
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10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
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Coastal District Caucus
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Embassy Suites - Eton
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10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
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Youth Ambassador Interviews
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Embassy Suites - Winchester
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Time
10:00 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.
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Farmers Market & Craft Fair Item Pickup
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Embassy Suites - Windsor BC
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Counties pick up unsold items. Any items not picked up by 10:30 am will be donated to a local charity.
Time
11:30 p.m. - 12:00 p.m.
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Youth Ambassador Luncheon
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Embassy Suites - Oxford
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Boxed lunch for Youth Ambassador competitors, WLC and staff.
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12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
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Annual and/or Board Meetings of Affiliate Companies
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Embassy Suites - Kensington DEFG
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To be held immediately following the adjournment of the State Board meeting
SC Ag in the Classroom Fund Board
SCFB Foundation
SCFB Holding Co.
Pro-Ag, LLC
SCFB Management, LLC
SCFB Financial Services, LLC
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12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
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Youth Ambassador Presentations
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Embassy Suites - Kensington A
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Listen in as the finalists for the 2023 Youth Ambassador competition make their presentations.
Billy Van Pelt II
Director of Special Program Development & Senior Advisor, American Farmland Trust
Billy works with major funders throughout Kentucky, the Southeast and Texas; presents at conferences and meetings of allied organizations; and secures partnerships to expand AFT’s programmatic work across these regions. Before joining AFT, he ran his own government relations firm. During this time, he served as the founding CEO of Woodford Forward, a land use advocacy organization. As a landscape architect, he worked in both the private and public sectors, including over a decade as the director of a farmland protection program in Lexington, Kentucky, where he conserved 28,000 acres. Billy earned a BA in business administration from Transylvania University, where he serves on the Board of Regents, a BS in landscape architecture from the University of Kentucky and a MBA from Midway University, where he serves on the Board of Trustees. Billy is a member of the American Society of Landscape Architects.
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Bryan Smith
County Coordinator - Laurens County Extension, Clemson University
Bryan Smith is the County Coordinator for the Laurens County Extension Office. He is also the chair of the SC Confined Animal Manure Managers Program, which is a required program for all SC confined animal facility owners, and the Laurens County Master Gardener Program coordinator. He earned his Bachelors of Science degree in agricultural engineering from Clemson University in 1995 and earned his Maters degree in Civil and Environmental Engineering from the University of South Carolina in 1996.
Bryan's interests include animal manure management, livestock watering systems, and commercial, residential and agricultural irrigation systems.
Bryan was born on a family farm centered around commercial beef cattle and hay production.
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Charles Ruth
Big Game Program Coordinator, SC Department of Natural Resources
Charles Ruth is a Wildlife Biologist with the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources and currently serves as the Big Game Program Coordinator. He has been employed by SCDNR as the Deer Program Coordinator since 1995. He also oversees the Wild Turkey program and Black Bear program.
He earned his bachelors degree in biology from the College of Charleston in 1986. He later earned his masters degree in aquaculture, fisheries and wildlife biology from Clemson University in 1990.
Charles is a certified Wildlife Biologist by the Wildlife Society and has authored or co-authored over 30 scientific publications related to big game biology and management.
In February of 2020 he was awarded the Deer Management Career Achievement Award by the Southeast Deer Committee for his contributions and dedication to white-tailed deer management in South Carolina and the Southeast.
Charles is an avid archery deer hunter.
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Dr. Greg Yarrow
Dr. Greg Yarrow is a professor of Wildlife Ecology in the Department of Forestry and Environment Conservation at Clemson University. His teaching, research and extension responsibilities include:
- Teaching – wildlife management & ecology, wildlife damage management
- Research – wildlife ecology, integrated wildlife management on farms and forestlands, human-wildlife conflicts
- Extension – wildlife conservation on private land
Dr. Yarrow has authored numerous publications including the book Managing Wildlife which is used as a textbook in university wildlife programs and as a reference for natural resource professionals.
He and his wife Tina have five children and four grandchildren. His hobbies include hiking, fishing and spending time spoiling his grandchildren.
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