Welcome to the MANRRS Program & Contest Submission Portal!
MANRRS offers a variety of opportunities for members to learn, compete, and showcase their skills through signature programs, research presentations, and contests. From immersive experiences like the Animal Health and Care Academy, to the Regional Cluster Research Symposium and competitions at the Annual Training Conference & Career Expo, our programs are designed to expand career pathways, highlight member talent, and connect participants with industry leaders.
Through hands-on learning, skill-building, and professional networking, MANRRS empowers members to explore new opportunities, share their expertise, and advance in their academic and professional journeys.
Select the specific project you would like to apply to. For complete guidelines and program information please click the respective link:
Participants must:
- Be an Independent Member or a member of a MANRRS chapter in good standing.
- Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.8.
- Be eligible and available to travel for the experiential learning program.
1. Program Objective
Participants are expected to actively engage in learning and applying advanced technologies to address real-world agricultural challenges.
2. Focus Areas
Students will be exposed to careers and competencies in the following areas:
- Ag Business & Ag Economics: Understanding market trends, customer behavior analysis, and agricultural economics to optimize sales strategies.
- Sales Strategy & Communication: Techniques for effectively engaging with stakeholders and clients, including consultative selling and relationship management.
- Marketing Analytics & AI: Leveraging AI tools for market segmentation, predictive analytics, digital marketing, and social media strategy.
- Commodity Trading: Insights into agricultural commodities, risk management, and trading platforms.
3. Participation Expectations
To complete the track, students must:
- Attend and actively participate in all workshops focused on Sales and Marketing in agriculture
- Engage fully in in-person sessions
- Collaborate in team-based activities
- Meet with program mentors
- Demonstrate professionalism, teamwork, and accountability throughout the program
Participants must:
- Be an Independent Member or a member of a MANRRS chapter in good standing.
- Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.8.
- Be eligible and available to travel for the experiential learning program.
1. Program Objective
Provide students with the knowledge to optimize agricultural supply chains, leveraging AI and digital tools for efficiency and resilience.
2. Focus Areas
Students will be exposed to careers and competencies in the following areas::
- Supply Chain & Manufacturing: Fundamentals of supply chain management, procurement, and sustainable manufacturing processes.
- Logistics & Operations: Transportation logistics, warehousing, and distribution networks for agricultural goods.
- Ag Business & Economics: Cost analysis, supplier negotiations, and financial modeling for supply chain decisions.
- AI & Automation: Integrating AI in supply chain forecasting, inventory management, and demand planning.
3. Participation Expectations
To complete the track, students must:
- Attend and actively participate in all workshops focused on Supply Chain and Manufacturing in agriculture
- Engage fully in in-person sessions
- Collaborate in team-based activities
- Meet with program mentors
- Demonstrate professionalism, teamwork, and accountability throughout the program