Empire Ag at the 2025 Association for Corporate Growth Agriculture Conference

Earlier this month, Empire Ag founder Jonathon Haralson attended the 2025 Association for Corporate Growth (ACG) Agriculture Conference: Fueling the Future. The annual gathering brings together agribusiness leaders, producers, and policymakers to explore the innovations, policies, and challenges shaping the future of agriculture.

Haralson participated in a panel on Government Policy and Regulation in Agriculture and Bioenergy, sharing insights on how trade policies, subsidies, and environmental regulations influence day-to-day operations, investment priorities, and the broader agribusiness landscape.

Drawing from his experience on the farm, Haralson highlighted the realities producers face during harvest: rising operational costs, financial pressures, and decisions that have immediate impacts on storage, marketing, and cash flow.

“These aren’t abstract numbers on a spreadsheet—they’re real forces shaping how producers make decisions every single day,” Haralson said.

The discussion also covered recent legislative changes, such as the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, and their implications for commodity programs, farm planning, and market strategy. Haralson emphasized the importance of communication and collaboration between producers and the broader agricultural community to create more transparent, sustainable solutions.

Attending events like the ACG Agriculture Conference reinforces Empire Ag’s commitment to supporting producers and rural leaders. By combining hands-on farming experience with financial and operational expertise, Empire Ag helps farmers and ranchers confidently navigate a rapidly changing industry.

Empire Ag’s Jonathon Haralson Shares Producer Perspective on Market Forces and Policy Impact in U.S. Agriculture