Agriculture Appreciation

Date & Time: Tuesday, February 24 — 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Location: Schenk Building - Ellis Co. Fairgrounds — 1344 Fairground Rd. Hays, KS 67601
Audience: Local farmers & ranchers
Sponsorship Deadline: February 6th
Description: The Annual Ag Appreciation event honors the hard work of local farmers and ranchers. Guests receive a complimentary meal, dessert, drinks, swag, and prizes.

Brand Visibility

Catalyze brand awareness to approximately 250 Ellis County local farms, ranchers, and other agriculture
professionals through merchandise or in-person connections.
Receive verbal brand recognition through event program.
Marketing materials before, during, and after the event will highlight your company’s participation.
Maximize your attendance at the event through your business’ booth.
Barnraiser sponsors receive exclusive opportunities through a 30-second social media commercial, that will also be played during the event, with a $25 Chamber Cheque being provided to an attendee during the prize drawing and a sponsor listing on the save the date card.

Community Engagement

Upgrading to Cultivator and Barnraiser Sponsor levels allows for a booth space and event tickets. This allows for face-to-face networking opportunities with educators.
Having a booth space will allow for many agriculture professionals to see you and your set up as soon as they check in to the event.
Build relationships, promote your services, and show support

Advocacy Impact

Help recognize Ellis County agriculture professionals who grow our food and shape our rural
communities
Create relationships with local farmers and ranchers showing involvement for Kansas agriculture