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The AgForward Scholarship Program
Move Your Farm — and Your Thinking — Forward at the 2026 National No-Tillage Conference.
Apply for the AgForward Scholarship Program and receive a fully paid opportunity to attend the 2026 National No-Tillage Conference in St. Louis on January 6-9, plus exclusive access to Total Farm Marketing’s TFM360 grain marketing service.
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About Total Farm Marketing & TFM360
For 40 years, Total Farm Marketing has partnered with forward-thinking farmers who value innovation both in the field and in the marketplace. Just as no-till farming demands discipline and strategic thinking, our publishing company, Stewart-Peterson Inc., applies a rules-based, data-driven approach to grain marketing through our premier service, TFM360. By combining extensive statistical research with the power of AI, TFM360 helps remove emotion and bias from decision-making—leading to more consistent, confident marketing outcomes. In many ways, TFM360 brings to grain marketing what no-till brought to production: a more targeted, strategic, and efficient way to operate. Farmers who embrace innovation in their agronomic practices turn to Total Farm Marketing for that same level of innovation in managing price risk and marketing strategy.
About the National No-Tillage Conference
For more than three decades, the National No-Tillage Conference has brought together the most forward-thinking farmers, researchers, and agribusiness professionals to share proven practices that improve soil health, boost productivity, and advance the sustainability of U.S. agriculture. Attendees gain actionable insights through expert-led sessions, peer discussions, and hands-on learning focused exclusively on the science and strategy of no-till and conservation farming.
As a conference Title Sponsor, Total Farm Marketing by Stewart-Peterson is proud to support the continued progress of conservation agriculture and the farmers who lead it. We believe that the most resilient operations take a two-fold approach — pairing progressive production practices with strategic grain marketing. By managing both sides of the equation, farmers can strengthen their revenue, reduce risk, and position their operations for long-term success in today’s evolving agricultural economy.
National No-Tillage Conference website
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About the AgForward Scholarship Program
The AgForward Scholarship Program, presented by Total Farm Marketing by Stewart-Peterson, helps progressive farmers strengthen both sides of their business: production and marketing. While the National No-Tillage Conference provides a deep focus on soil health and agronomic innovation, this scholarship adds a second, critical dimension — marketing education.
Through exclusive sessions, peer networking, and guided introduction to TFM360 — Total Farm Marketing’s premier grain marketing service — recipients gain practical insight into how proactive, rules-based marketing complements conservation-minded farming.
What's Included
- Complimentary full registration to the National No-Tillage Conference. Includes admission to all conference sessions and networking events ($529 value)
- Paid airfare or travel stipend if driving ($400+ value)
- 3 nights of hotel accommodations and meals throughout the event ($600+ value)
- 3-month trial subscription to TFM360, a premier marketing service from Stewart-Peterson Inc ($3,750 value. Trial begins following the conference)
- Access to a 20-minute private classroom session introducing the TFM360 marketing service
- Personalized guidance from a dedicated TFM360 consultant from Stewart-Peterson Group Inc., who will work with you to build and execute a proactive risk management strategy tailored to your farm’s specific needs and marketing goals
Eligibility Requirements
- Operate or manage a farm in the U.S. with 1,000+ combined acres of corn and/or soybeans
- Currently practicing no-tillage or considering transition
- Be the farm owner or hold primary authority over grain marketing decisions on the operation
- This program is open to all qualified producers regardless of age, experience level, or education. “Scholarship” reflects the educational focus, not an academic award.
Recipient Commitments
Pre-event and on site:
- Complete a Pre-Event Call with Your TFM Sales Director. Participate in a 30-minute phone conversation with a Total Farm Marketing sales director who will also serve as your host during the event. This discussion helps us learn about your operation, goals, and challenges in advance, ensuring a more productive and personalized on-site experience.
- Attend the On-Site TFM360 Classroom Session. Participate in a 20-minute conference session designed exclusively for scholarship recipients and other attendees to learn how the TFM360 system works and how its rules-based approach helps drive more disciplined marketing decisions.
- Participate in a One-on-One Onboarding Meeting During the Conference. Meet with your TFM conference host to discuss your current grain marketing approach and explore how to align TFM360 recommendations with your specific farm objectives.
- Engage in Peer Networking and Conference Activities. Connect with fellow scholarship recipients and other attendees to exchange ideas and learn from diverse experiences in both agronomy and marketing.
Post-event:
- Attend a Virtual Kickoff Meeting. Participate in a post-event virtual meeting with your TFM360 consultant to review your setup, ensure you’re comfortable navigating the service, and discuss how to make the most of your TFM360 experience.
- Continue the TFM360 Trial Experience. Actively engage with the TFM360 platform by following and monitoring its ongoing grain marketing recommendations during the trial period.
Selection & Follow-Up Process
All applications must be submitted by November 30 to be considered. Early applications are encouraged, as spots may fill before the deadline. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Selections are based on eligibility and alignment with program goals. Applicants will be notified of their selection status within 7–10 business days. If selected, a Total Farm Marketing representative will reach out to confirm attendance
and coordinate travel.
Fine Print
- Recipients will be selected by Total Farm Marketing staff based on eligibility and responses.
- Travel and lodging will be arranged by TFM, including airfare or travel stipend, hotel, meals, and registration.
- If the recipient wishes to bring additional farm/family members, all attendance costs will be paid by the recipient.
- Scholarships are non-transferable. If unable to attend, we may select an alternate.
- Participation includes a TFM360 trial, a product of Stewart-Peterson Inc., supported by consultants from Stewart-Peterson Group Inc.
- Recipient is not obligated to continue with TFM360 after trial conclusion.
Ready to Apply?
Submit your application today for the AgForward Scholarship Program and take the next step toward stronger, smarter decision-making in the field and farm office.