Ag Roundup

Ag Roundup 2026

4th Annual Ag Roundup event

The College of Agriculture, Health, and Natural Resources at Kentucky State University is excited to announce the 4th Annual Ag Roundup, a three-day event scheduled for September 24, 25, and 26, 2026. This event will bring together middle, high school, and college students, as well as faculty, farmers, local businesses, and other stakeholders from across the Commonwealth to celebrate Kentucky State’s impact on agriculture and student professional development.
 
"Through the Ag Roundup, we are raising awareness of our impact in agriculture and in STEM fields across the Commonwealth of Kentucky,” said Dr. Marcus Bernard, Dean of the College of Agriculture, Health, and Natural Resources & Director of Land Grant Programs.
 
The three-day event will be held on Kentucky State University’s main campus.
Day One – Thursday, September 24
 
  • Kentucky State University MANNRS Networking and Reception, Cooperative Extension Building, 6 p.m.
For sponsors, partners, Kentucky State student leadership, faculty, staff, and alumni (by invitation ony), 
 
Day Two – Friday, September 25
 
  • Check-in and arrival, 9-10 a.m.
  • Ag Roundup Symposium, Bradford Hall, 10-11:30 a.m.

Welcome: Dr. Koffi C.Akakpo, President, Kentucky State University; Dr. Marcus Bernard, Dean of the College of Agriculture, Heath, and Natural Resources & Director, Land Grant Programs; Mr. David Wayne, State Executive Director, USDA Farm Service Agency; and MANRR student leaders

Keynote Speaker: Mr. Stephen Ritz, foudner of Green Bronx Machine

  • Agricultural & Campus Immersion Festival and 4-H Ville (10 a.m.-3 p.m.), Yellow Brick Road
  • Cookout (12-2 p.m.), Yellow Brick Road
Learn about Kentucky State programs and what can be gained from a career in agriculture, health, and natural resources. Expect an outdoor festival with fair-like activities, hands-on learning opportunities, free food, and exhibits to showcase programs, research, and ideas for students’ future path. This event is open to middle and high school groups.
 
Day Three – Saturday, September 26
 
  • TBA
Organization & Student Groups Registration 
 

If you are interested in bringing students, a group, or an organization to the Agricultural & Campus Immersion on Friday, September 25, please contact Deborah Lancaster at Deborah.Lancaster@kysu.edu

Supporting the Future of Agriculture, Health, and Natural Resources
 
Kentucky State University is committed to providing students with leadership development, mentoring, and networking opportunities that will catalyze scholastic success and professional growth.
 
Reasonable accommodation will be provided for individuals with disabilities and/or needing language access services (e.g., interpretation or translation) free of charge upon request. If you need reasonable accommodation to participate in this event for either service, please include your need and contact information by clicking here.

If you wish to become an event partner for Ag Roundup, please contact Oghale Oddo at Oghale.Oddo@kysu.edu