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~ Annual Meeting & Professional Improvement Conference ~
The NACAA Annual Meeting & Professional Improvement Conference AM/PIC is a great opportunity for you to meet and network with over 1,200 extension educators and other professionals from all 50 states who work in agriculture, horticulture, 4-H and youth development, community development, aquaculture, forestry and natural resources, and other disciplines. These professionals have a tremendous reach for their clientele locally in providing education and resources, and everyone can learn more about successes in Extension programming across the country to implement in their own communities.
July 8 - 12, 2026
All in one location for 2026
*Participants must register for the conference before they can book hotel rooms for the conference*
Sponsoring the NACAA AMPIC establishes your organization as one that both values and has a deep commitment to helping build shared understanding of the opportunities and challenges facing the agricultural community. Along with the opportunity to build your brand and create awareness., your sponsorship provides great business opportunities and exposes you to new talent pools. This annual meeting is expected to bring more than 1200 attendees. As the meeting unites agriculture stakeholders from across the country, you will reach and leave a long-lasting impression on a diverse audience.
July 8 – 12, 2026
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Colorado State University (CSU) is Colorado’s land grant university and extension is at the heart of their mission.
Learn more about CSU and the CSU Office of Engagement & Extension
The Annual Meeting and Professional Improvement Conference hosted by the National Association of County Agricultural Agents (NACAA). It is a week-long event for members to network, share ideas and methods, and attend professional development sessions focused on enhancing their skills as agricultural extension professionals. The conference rotates its location across the country each year to showcase the host state’s agricultural industry and heritage.
Learn more about Denver area transportation options & information at Visit Denver.
Travel from DIA to Sheraton Hotel (conference location)
*Shuttle Service is not available from the Sheraton Hotel
Travel from DIA to Sheraton Hotel (conference location)
Travel from Northern Colorado Regional Airport to Sheraton Hotel (conference location)
Denver, Downtown Area, Metro Area, Regional, Colorado, & Western States
Downloadable Maps available through Visit Denver. Includes, Downtown Area, Metro Area, Regional, Colorado, & Western States
You will find plenty of pre & post conference travel & exploration opportunities for all of Colorado at Colorado.com.
NACAA is the National Association of County Agricultural Agents. Extension professionals serve and represent extension services at land grant universities in each of the 50 states. The association is dedicated to professional excellence and improving the abilities of Extension professionals to serve their constituents in agriculture and other related disciplines. Extension professionals conduct research, work with agencies and committees at all levels and industry areas, as well as provide individual consulting needs to constituents and group educational learning opportunities.