About The Event
The Agricultural Risk Conference is a popular and intensive two-day in-person program designed for loss control specialists, underwriters, inspectors, managers, and supervisors. Both fundamental and advanced topics are offered to meet the varying educational needs of those working in agricultural loss control today. The highlight of the school is the Farm Learning Lab, where attendees go through a peer-led, hands-on mock inspection of an area agricultural operation.
Great training resource, especially for those new (and not so new) to farm risks!
Director, Risk Management Services, The Hartford Steam Boiler Inspection and Insurance Company
Event Details
Event Type
- Technical Event
Delivery Type
- In-Person
Location
- West Des Moines Marriott
- Des Moines
- Iowa
- United States
Registration Fees
Registration Type | On or Before May 17, 2025 |
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PFMM Certified | $860 |
NAMIC Member/Sponsor | $875 |
NAMIC Member Multi-Attendee | $850 |
Nonmember Primary Insurance Company | $1,075 |
Nonmember Vendor | $1,325 |
Registration Categories
PFMM Certified: Those who have earned their NAMIC Professional Farm Mutual Manager (PFMM) designation.
NAMIC Member Multi-Attendee: More than one attendee from the same NAMIC member primary insurance company.
NAMIC Member/Sponsor: Employees from a NAMIC member company or employees from a company which is a confirmed sponsor of the conference. To register as a sponsor, please follow the steps within your sponsorship confirmation email.
Nonmember Primary Insurance Company: Employees from a primary insurance carrier where the company is not a NAMIC member.
Nonmember Vendor: Employee from a vendor company (i.e. not a primary insurance company or NAMIC member) who are not sponsoring or exhibiting at the conference. This category can receive a discounted registration with a sponsorship.
Registration Confirmation
You will receive a detailed email confirmation upon successful completion of the registration process for this event; please make sure to enter a valid email address on the registration form. If you have any questions regarding your registration, please e-mail events@namic.org or call (800) 336-2642.
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Registration Cancellations
All cancellations must be submitted in writing to registrar@namic.org.
The following cancellation rules apply to event registrations only. Please see sponsor and exhibitor service agreements for applicable rules regarding these items.
Cancellations on or Before June 15, 2025
Cancellation requests received in writing between the time of registration and 31 days prior to the first scheduled day of the event: Event registrations can be transferred to another individual at no cost or refunded minus a $50 cancellation fee. Optional activities and guest registration fees will be refunded minus a $10 cancellation fee per activity/guest.
Cancellations After June 15, 2025
Cancellation requests received within 30 days of the first scheduled day of the event: NAMIC will not refund registration fees. All optional activity registration fees are nonrefundable. However, all registrations, including those for optional activities, can be transferred to another individual at no cost.
ADA Accommodations
In accordance with Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act, we invite all registrants to advise us of any disability and any requests for accommodation to that disability. Please submit your request as far as possible in advance of the program.
Optional Activity Registrations
Optional activity information will be available soon. Please check back for more information.
Event Details
Event Type
- Technical Event
Delivery Type
- In-Person
Location
- West Des Moines Marriott
- Des Moines
- Iowa
- United States
Farm Learning Lab
The Farm Learning Lab is a popular and unique learning experience during the Agricultural Risk Conference. Attendees go through a peer-led, hands-on mock inspection of an area agricultural operation, allowing in-the-field experience with the same experts teaching the educational sessions.
This year, the on-farm experience will be held at the DMACC Dallas County Farm.
Agenda Overview
2025 Agenda Topics
- Evaluating Agricultural Building Structures
- Livestock Confinements
- Harvest Safety Considerations
- Introduction to On-Farm Loss Control Surveys
- The Good, Bad, and Ugly of Farm Inspections
- Elements for a Successful Animal Handling Program
- Fleet Safety
- Electrical Basics
- Determining the Insurance-to-Value of Agricultural Buildings
- Assessing Structure Stresses
- Fire and Emergency Response Plans
The agenda is subject to change without notice. All times listed are in Central Time.
Tuesday, July 15, 2025
2:00 pm
5:00 pm
Optional Workshop: Advanced Loss Control
This workshop qualifies for those holding the Mutual Insurance Professional designation to earn the MIP-Loss Control certification endorsement, but it is open for all to attend.
This advanced workshop will be focused on the basics of exposure for each line of coverage: Property, General Liability, Workers’ Compensation, Commercial Auto, and Unique Farm Exposures.
Lisa Mundt, CPCU, ARM
Risk Control Unit Manager
Westfield
Tuesday, July 15, 2025
2:00 pm
6:00 pm
Registration and Event Information Desk
The Registration and Event Information Desk is the main hub for event information and badge pick-up. NAMIC staff will be on hand to welcome you and answer any questions you have during the event.
Wednesday, July 16, 2025
7:00 am
8:30 am
Registration and Event Information Desk
NAMIC staff will be on hand to welcome you and answer any questions you have during the event.
Wednesday, July 16, 2025
7:30 am
8:30 am
Attendee Breakfast and Farm Learning Lab Preview
Join fellow attendees for a hot breakfast and cup of coffee to charge up before heading to DMACC Dallas County Farm.
Wednesday, July 16, 2025
8:30 am
8:45 am
Load Buses and Depart for Farm Learning Lab
Wednesday, July 16, 2025
9:00 am
11:30 am
Farm Learning Lab: DMACC Dallas County Farm
The Farm Learning Lab is a popular and unique learning experience during the Agricultural Risk Conference. Attendees go through a peer-led, hands-on mock inspection of an area agricultural operation, allowing in-the-field experience with the same experts teaching the educational sessions.
This year, the on-farm experience will be held at the DMACC Dallas County Farm.
Wednesday, July 16, 2025
11:45 am
12:45 pm
Attendee Lunch
Grab some food from a hot buffet and mingle with fellow attendees over the lunch break.
Wednesday, July 16, 2025
1:00 pm
4:00 pm
Farm Learning Lab: DMACC Dallas County Farm
The Farm Learning Lab is a popular and unique learning experience during the Agricultural Risk Conference. Attendees go through a peer-led, hands-on mock inspection of an area agricultural operation, allowing in-the-field experience with the same experts teaching the educational sessions.
This year, the on-farm experience will be held at the DMACC Dallas County Farm.
Wednesday, July 16, 2025
5:00 pm
6:00 pm
Networking Reception
Thursday, July 17, 2025
7:00 am
4:30 pm
Registration and Event Information Desk
NAMIC staff will be on hand to welcome you and answer any questions you have during the event.
Thursday, July 17, 2025
7:30 am
8:30 am
Attendee Breakfast
Join fellow attendees for a hot breakfast and cup of coffee to charge up before sessions kick off for the day.
Thursday, July 17, 2025
8:30 am
9:30 am
NAMIC Welcome and Opening Session
Thursday, July 17, 2025
9:30 am
9:45 am
Networking Break
Join us in the Concord Foyer to chat with fellow attendees, grab a bite to eat, and stretch your legs.
Thursday, July 17, 2025
9:45 am
10:45 am
Educational Sessions
Thursday, July 17, 2025
10:45 am
11:00 am
Networking Break
Join us in the Concord Foyer to chat with fellow attendees, grab a bite to eat, and stretch your legs.
Thursday, July 17, 2025
11:00 am
12:00 pm
Educational Sessions
Thursday, July 17, 2025
12:00 pm
1:00 pm
Attendee Lunch
Grab some food from a hot buffet and mingle with fellow attendees over the lunch break. You are welcome to come and go at your convenience.
Thursday, July 17, 2025
1:00 pm
2:00 pm
Educational Sessions
Thursday, July 17, 2025
2:00 pm
2:15 pm
Networking Break
Join us in the Concord Foyer to chat with fellow attendees, grab a bite to eat, and stretch your legs.
Thursday, July 17, 2025
2:15 pm
3:15 pm
Educational Sessions
Thursday, July 17, 2025
3:15 pm
3:30 pm
Networking Break
Join us in the Concord Foyer to chat with fellow attendees, grab a bite to eat, and stretch your legs.
Thursday, July 17, 2025
3:30 pm
4:30 pm
Closing General Session
Optional Activities
To register for optional activities, simply select them when registering. If you are already registered, you can add activities to your existing registration by referencing your confirmation email. The subject line of that email contains the words “NAMIC” and “Registration Confirmation” and you can click the link at the top that reads “To make changes to your registration and/or add optional activities, please click here.” If you have any issues registering for optional activities, please email events@namic.org.
Optional Advanced Loss Control Workshop |
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Tuesday, July 15 | 2:00 – 5:00 p.m. CT | NAMIC Members: $500 | Nonmembers: $750 |
This workshop qualifies for those holding the Mutual Insurance Professional designation to earn the MIP-Loss Control certification endorsement, but it is open for all to attend. This advanced workshop will be focused on the basics of exposure for each line of coverage: Property, General Liability, Workers’ Compensation, Commercial Auto, and Unique Farm Exposures. Lisa Mundt, CPCU, ARM
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Location
- Des Moines
- Iowa
West Des Moines Marriott
1250 Jordan Creek Parkway
West Des Moines, IA 50266
Hotel
West Des Moines Marriott
Ph: (515) 267-1500
Check-in: 3:00 pm
Check-out: 12:00 pm
Event Hotel Rate and Cut Off Date
Rate: $155 plus taxes per night
Agricultural Risk Conference attendees are responsible for making their own travel and hotel arrangements. A set number of rooms are available at the group rate for registered conference attendees until Monday, June 16, 2025 or until the group block is sold out, whichever comes first. After this time, the hotel has the right to sell any available rooms at a rate which they choose. While NAMIC studies past attendance trends and the needs of our members, we cannot guarantee rooms will be available. Please plan ahead and secure a reservation as soon as possible to receive the group rate.
To ensure that enough hotel rooms are available for conference attendees, NAMIC reserves the right to limit attendees to one room per registered attendee within the discounted guest room block. If this occurs, additional rooms can be reserved at the hotel’s list rates as long as rooms are available.
Please contact registrar@namic.org should you encounter any issues with making a hotel reservation.
Travel
Airport Information
Des Moines International Airport (DSM): The Des Moines International Airport is located approximately 12 miles from the West Des Moines Marriott. For a list of airlines serving the Des Moines International Airport, please click here.
Ground Transportation
The West Des Moines Marriott is an approximately 25-minute drive from the Des Moines International Airport. The West Des Moines Marriott offers complimentary airport shuttle services. Reservations are required and can be made by calling the hotel directly at 212.267.1500.
Click here for more information on ground transportation options.
Parking
Complimentary self-parking is available at the West Des Moines Marriott.
Please visit the hotel’s website for additional information, maps, and driving directions.
Note: Parking rates are subject to change. Please check the hotel website to confirm the parking rate before your arrival.
For more information on sponsoring Agricultural Risk Conference, please contact our sponsorship team at sponsorship@namic.org.
If you would like to learn more about NAMIC’s sponsorship and advertising program, please click here.
FAQs
What are NAMIC's policies relating to COVID-19?
NAMIC continues to actively monitor COVID-19 information from the most relevant, authoritative, and responsible sources. NAMIC will follow the venue's policy on mask wearing and other forms of PPE. NAMIC will not require attendees to be vaccinated for COVID-19 to attend in-person events but will follow local requirements.
How do I obtain an advance copy of the attendee list?
In an effort to provide our sponsors, speakers, and attendees the best level of service, we will send an electronic list of current event registrants to the attendee or email listed as the main contact as follows: Attendees: A minimum of at least 10 days out from the event, in the pre-conference communication email; Sponsors: Approximately 60 days in advance of the event with paid sponsorship; Exhibitors: Approximately 30 days in advance of the event with paid booth registration; and Speakers: Approximately 30 days from the event.
How do I add Optional Activities to my registration?
To register for optional activities, simply select them when registering. If you are already registered, you can add activities to your existing registration by referencing your confirmation email. The subject line of that email contains the words “NAMIC” and “Registration Confirmation” and you can click the link at the top that reads “To make changes to your registration, please click here.” If you have any issues registering for optional activities, please email events@namic.org.
I’m interested in speaking at this event. How can I submit a proposal?
To learn more about how to submit a speaking proposal for this event and other NAMIC events, please visit our Become a Speaker page.
How can I access presentations and event materials?
Please visit our Event Materials page for more information about how to access presentation slides and other event materials like the attendee list.
What registration payment options are available?
The online registration system accepts credit card payments, check payments, and multiple registrations under the same payment method.
When and how is registration confirmation sent?
Confirmation is sent via email, so please enter a valid email address. Paying online with a credit card allows for the most expedient confirmation. Confirmation will be sent immediately after you submit your credit card information.
What does my registration include?
Registration fees include access to all educational sessions, speaker presentation materials, and the attendee list. Please review the agenda for additional event details.
I am registered but my plans changed, and I am unable to attend. What do I do?
Please visit the Registration Policy page for more information.
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