2 DAYS OF Processing smarter, not harder
Innovation and Resilience in Meat Processing will be the focus of our 2026 convention, taking place May 1–2, 2026, in Fargo, North Dakota. This event is for anyone passionate about strengthening and supporting the meat industry across our state and region. We’re excited to welcome butchers, producers, plant managers, vendors, and people who are invested in the future of meat processing who value connection, education, and forward-thinking solutions.
This two-day conference will feature keynote speakers, a product show, a plant tour, a bags tournament, a social hour, and more. We’re packing the event with innovative ideas, practical insights, and engaging experiences designed to inspire resilience and growth within the industry. Register today!
WHEN
MAY 1-2
2026
WHERE
FARGO
HOLIDAY INN & NDSU
WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN
SPEAKERS
PRODUCT SHOW
TRADE SHOW BANQUET
ANNUAL MEETING
BAGS TOURNAMENT
SPEAKER LINEUP
We’ve got a solid speaker lineup that includes industry leaders across the state and country who will cover many of the issues facing small and medium sized meat processors today. LINEUP COMING SOON!
LOCATIONS & ACCOMODATIONS
The convention will primarily take place at the Holiday Inn in Fargo (3803 13th Ave S, Fargo, ND 58103).
The sleeping room block is open for reservations. The cutoff date for reservations is March 31st.
Please see the options below for booking:
- Online Reservations: Use this link to access the custom reservation page: ND Association of Meat Processors
Click the “View Prices” button at the top of the screen, then select your desired dates of stay. - Phone Reservations: Attendees may call the hotel directly at 701-282-2700 (Option 0). Please ask for the North Dakota Association of Meat Processors Room Block to secure your reservation.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
Thursday, April 31st includes the pre-convention workshop only available for those who signed up in advance. Emails with workshop details will be sent to all who signed up.
Make Your Numbers Work as Hard as You Do
PRE-CONVENTION WORKSHOP
We’re excited to announce our first-ever NDAMP workshop opportunity at the 2026 convention.* We’re bringing back the one and only David Zarling, Program Manager for Niche Meat Processor Assistance Network, and speaker at our 2025 convention. The workshop is called “Living Within the Margins: Costing and Pricing for Small Meat Processors: How to price products and services so your business actually makes money”. This will take place on Thursday, April 30th.
*Workshop sign-up is included within the convention registration form and is open to NDAMP Processor Members ONLY until March 15, 2026. If spots remain after the 15th, registration will open to the public.
PRODUCT SHOW
All Processor Members are welcome to participate in the product show with be recognized at the banquet.
TRADESHOW
All Vendor Members are welcome to participate in the tradeshow with the opportunity to set up a booth and showcase your products to everyone at the convention. Most sponsorship levels include a booth in their sponsorship benefits.
CONVENTION GIVEAWAY
Each plant to register for convention will be entered into a drawing to win a VC999 Packaging Systems (Model: CM1013).*
*RULES: Must be a member in good standing with North Dakota Association of Meat Processors. One entry per registration for the 2025 NDAMP Convention. Must be present to win. Winner to be announced at the 2025 NDAMP members annual meeting.
Conference sponsors
Please review the various sponsorship opportunities at the button below. If you’re interested in becoming a sponsor, you can sign up for a specific sponsorship level within the convention registration form, or you can email us at ndampconvention@gmail.com.
Thank you for supporting NDAMP!
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