Ninety-six years ago, our founders knew family farms were worth fighting for. They gathered in solidarity to set policy that would improve life on their family farms and in their communities. We'll continue that legacy as we celebrate Wisconsin Farmers Union's 96th convention.
Please save the date for the Wisconsin Farmers Union 96th Annual State Convention Friday, December 11 - Sunday, December 13th at the Hilton Appleton Paper Valley Hotel in Appleton, WI.
Find more information on the WFU Convention Page
Program Overview
FRIDAY, December 11, 2026
10:00 AM | Groundswell registration and exhibitor booths open
10:30 AM - 4:30 PM | Groundswell Pre-Convention Programing
4:30 PM - 7:30 PM | Convention registration opens
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | Dinner and Fundraiser
SATURDAY, December 12, 2026
7:30 AM | Convention Registration open
9:00 AM | Convention Opens with Official Meeting
11:00 AM | Morning Workshops
12:15 PM | Awards Luncheon
1:15 PM | Afternoon Workshops
2:30 PM | Policy Discussion
5:00 PM | Social Hour
5:30 PM | Silent Auction ends
6:00 PM | Exhibits Close
6:00 PM | Convention Banquet
8:00 PM | Youth Ceremony
8:30 PM | Networking Social and DJ
SUNDAY, December 13, 2026
7:00 AM - 8:30 AM | Delegate voting
7:00 AM - 9:00 AM | Breakfast
7:30 AM | Exhibits open
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM | Interfaith/Circle
9:00 AM | Policy Discussion
11:00 AM | Policy Discussion
12:00 PM | Lunch, Election Results, & Announcements
1:00 PM | Policy Wrap-up (as needed)
Youth Programming
Childcare & Youth Convention
Wisconsin Farmers Union is pleased to offer free childcare and youth programming during Convention!
All programming is free but requires pre-registration. Kids and teens will enjoy age-appropriate presentations, games, arts and crafts, and activities led by WFU staff and camp counselors. Snacks are provided; youth participants will eat lunch with their families.
We are looking for volunteers to help out in our childcare room! If you are interested in volunteering during Convention with childcare please reach out to Elizabeth Yost at camp@wisconsinfarmersunion.com. Volunteers who are available both Saturday and Sunday will have your hotel room and meals covered.