The Flint-Hills Chapter of Kansas Agri-Women is hosting its second annual Dirt, Denim and Diamonds conference on August 8-10, 2013. The conference will be held at the Living Water Ranch located sixteen miles north of Manhattan, Kansas.

Inspired by family members and other ag conferences, this event is focused on the integral role a rural woman plays. From managing their farming operation to working with a business partner to wanting to learn more about the ag industry, the event “fits like a pair of your favorite jeans”.

The event kicks off on Friday, August 8 at 5:30 pm with a welcoming ceremony followed by a ‘Girls Night In’ which consists of hands on projects, shopping, sampling and door prizes. There will be 3 mini sessions covering the topics of food labeling, livestock photography, and Farm Communication. Over the next two days, there will be sessions on leadership, current events and issues in agriculture, as well as the skill-building opportunities for all levels. Saturday’s Keynote Speaker is Joyce Thierer who specializes in agriculture and women’s history, she will be presenting “Our Food and Our Land”.

The format includes breakout sessions, where participants may connect with influential and motivated people in agriculture. In addition, there will be ample opportunities for networking during the continental breakfast, lunch, and breaks. The registration deadline is August 1.