Calling ag students to join the AgDay College Roadshow

The details

Thursday, October 2, 2025, 10:30 a.m.

Location: Agricultural Administration (AGAD) Lawn, 615 W State St.

Inclement Weather Location: ABE High-Bay Flexible Lab, 177 S Russell St.

Let us know if you'll be there!

Farm Journal's AgDay TV returns to Purdue University on Thursday, October 2, for its 2025 AgDay College Roadshow. This year's event, sponsored by Beck's Hybrids, will feature a live taping beginning at 10:30 a.m. on the Purdue Agricultural Administration (AGAD) Lawn.

Hosted by Clinton Griffiths, anchor of AgDay TV, the event will include a dynamic panel of Purdue College of Agriculture experts. Featured speakers include Dan Quinn, assistant professor of corn production in the Department of Agronomy; Michael Langemeier, director of the Center for Commercial Agriculture and agricultural economics professor; and Trey Malone, associate professor and Boehlje Chair in the Department of Agricultural Economics. These leaders will explore emerging trends, share insights into their fields and engage in discussions about the future of agriculture.

Clinton Griffiths with Purdue Pete at the 2024 AgDay College Roadshow. Clinton Griffiths and Purdue Pete at the 2024 AgDay College Roadshow.

Beck's Hybrids 2025 College Roadshow Competitions

Banner of the competition flyer provided by Beck's Hybrids.

Click to download the flyer from Beck's Hybrids.

In partnership with Beck's Hybrids, the AgDay College Roadshow is excited to present two contests for students attending the event.

Beck's Be the difference challenge

Are you a part of a student organization working as one to make a difference in agriculture? We want to see it! Show us how your organization is working to leave a lasting mark on the world around us to better the agricultural community.

Who is Eligible? 
  • Open to any collegiate student organization at the University. 
  • Best Instagram Reel or TikTok video wins $1,500 donation to the organization.
How to enter
  • Create an Instagram Reel or TikTok video showcasing how your group works to be the difference on campus, in your communities and in agriculture.
  • The video cannot exceed two minutes in length.
  • The video must be posted to TikTok and/or Instagram, tag @BecksHybrids and use the following hashtags:
    • #BetheDifference
    • #BecksCollegeRoadshow
  • Videos must be posted at least two hours prior to the live taping on campus.
  • Judges will base their decision on content quality, creativity and the number of "likes" and social interactions.
  • Beck's will announce the winner during the live taping on campus.
  • At least one representative from the winning organization must be present to receive the $1,500 donation.

Game day Sign Competition

Students are invited to craft "Game Day"-style signs for a chance to win a $250 Visa gift card from Beck's Hybrids.

Participants should arrive to the AgDay College Roadshow event early, starting at 10:00 a.m.., to create your sign.

To qualify for the cash prize, students must attend the full panel taping, cheering on the Purdue College of Agriculture panelists. 

Students holding signs at the 2024 AgDay College Roadshow

Student creating a 4-H sign for the AgDay College Roadshow.

Three students holding signs, cheering on panelists at the AgDay College Roadshow

Students at the 2024 AgDay College Roadshow.

The 2025 AgDay College Roadshow is an exciting opportunity for Purdue students show off their creativity, compete for cash prizes and get a behind-the-scenes look at a live media production featuring top ag experts.

Join us on October 2 at 10:30 a.m. on the AGAD Lawn for an exciting morning with AgDay TV and Beck’s Hybrids—you won’t want to miss it!

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