35 Years of No-Till Innovation: National No-Tillage Conference Returns to Where It All Began

Presented by Lessiter Media, Inc., the milestone 35th anniversary event returns to Indianapolis to celebrate more than three decades of farmer-driven progress while delivering practical strategies for the future of profitable no-till farming.

BROOKFIELD, Wis., Oct. 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- This coming January, the National No-Tillage Conference will celebrate a milestone 35th anniversary by returning to Indianapolis, Ind. — the city where the conference was first hosted — for 3 days of education, innovation and networking. The event will be held Jan. 13-15, 2027, at the Indianapolis Marriott Downtown.

Since its inception, the National No-Tillage Conference has brought together forward-thinking farmers, agronomists, researchers and industry innovators with a shared mission: to exchange practical knowledge, overcome production challenges and advance the adoption and success of no-till farming.

Thirty-five years of innovation, sharing ideas, challenging conventional thinking and helping farmers build more productive and profitable operations.

What began as an opportunity for pioneering no-tillers to share experiences has evolved into a highly anticipated annual gathering where growers learn directly from those putting innovative practices to work in the field.

"When I had the idea to start this conference 35 years ago, I was advised by a number of people not to," says Lessiter Media Founder Frank Lessiter. "But I'm glad I bet on ourselves and the innovative farmers that wanted something better. As I look back over the past three-plus decades and see the impact we've been able to make on farmers' operations and the larger conservation ag community, it speaks volumes to the hard-working staff we've had over the years and the farmers willing to take chances and share their wisdom with others."

Celebrating 35 Years of Real Farmers, Real Ideas and Real Results

The 35th anniversary conference will recognize the people, ideas and innovations that have helped shape no-till farming, while continuing the event's longstanding commitment to providing actionable, field-tested solutions.

One of the most meaningful highlights of the anniversary program will be a special presentation by Ray McCormick, a No-Till Living Legend from Vincennes, Ind., who spoke at the inaugural NNTC in Indianapolis 35 years ago.

McCormick will return to the stage for a special Anniversary Lecture, "Diversifying Your No-Till System to Weather Tough Times," sharing insights from decades of experience and strategies for reducing input costs, improving resilience and building more sustainable farming systems.

Click here to view the entire speaker and session program planned for the 35th National No-Tillage Conference.

A Milestone Event with an Unmatched Educational Experience

While the 35th anniversary offers an opportunity to celebrate the past, the 2027 conference remains firmly focused on helping farmers prepare for what comes next.

The comprehensive 3-day program features 12 general sessions, 20 expert-led classrooms and 36 interactive roundtables, providing numerous opportunities for attendees to learn, ask questions and exchange ideas with fellow growers and industry experts.

More than two dozen speakers will share practical strategies addressing some of the most pressing challenges facing today's no-till operations, including soil health, cover crop management, nutrient efficiency, crop protection, planting practices, emerging technologies and farm profitability.

Among the featured presenters are no-till pioneer Steve Groff, record-setting soybean grower Chris Weaver, innovative farmer Jason Mauck, soil health advocate Mac Kincaid, crop consultant Dr. Lee Briese and Nobel Prize-winning researcher Charles Rice.

Special educational opportunities will include exclusive pre-conference workshops, thought-provoking presentations exploring the future of agriculture and the return of the popular No-Till Shark Tank innovation challenge.

Beyond the formal program, attendees will have opportunities to connect with fellow farmers, exchange firsthand experiences and build relationships that extend well beyond the conference.

Registration Now Open for the 35th Anniversary Conference

Whether attendees are just beginning their no-till journey or have spent decades refining their systems, the conference is designed to deliver practical knowledge they can put to work immediately.

Farmers, agronomists, crop consultants and other agricultural professionals are encouraged to be part of this milestone celebration.

For complete program details, registration information and hotel accommodations, visit www.NoTillConference.com or call 262-777-2401.

About the National No-Tillage Conference
Presented by No-Till Farmer and Lessiter Media, the National No-Tillage Conference has served as an educational gathering for the no-till farming community for more than three decades. Through expert-led presentations, interactive discussions and farmer-to-farmer networking, the conference delivers practical strategies to help growers improve soil health, increase efficiency, reduce production costs and strengthen long-term profitability.

Media Contact:
Mackane Vogel
Managing Editor, No-Till Farmer
P.O. Box 624
Brookfield, WI 53008-0624
Phone: 262-777-2417
Email: [email protected] 
Website: www.NoTillConference.com

SOURCE Lessiter Media, Inc.