Employer’s Statement of Commitment
I understand and acknowledge that the applicant named below has applied to the 2026 AgKnowledge program.
If accepted into the program, he/she can attend each monthly session over the nine-month period in addition to the Boots on the Ground 1/2 Day without hindrance.
I understand that the if the applicant misses more than two sessions of the program they will be subject to expulsion. The applicants attendance report will be sent to the employer.
Furthermore, when attending each session and the Boots on the Ground 1/2 Day, he/she will not be expected to conduct regular business activities.
AgKnowledge 2026
Class XVIII Calendar
Friday March 20, 2026
Opening Day – Ag Overview
Friday April 24, 2026
Heritage
Friday May 15, 2026
Agricultural Workforce
Friday June 26, 2026
North County
Friday July 24, 2026
Water
Friday August 21, 2026
Food Safety, Pesticides and Plant Protection
Friday September 25, 2026
Science & Technology
Friday October 23, 2026
South County
Friday November 13, 2026
Graduation and Closing Reception
“Boots on the Ground 1/2 Day” is pre-planned between a Fellow, another class member, and a grower, shipper or rancher.