York Ag Sponsors 2026 International Pheasant Management Seminar
Mar 8, 2026
Industry leaders gather in Wisconsin as MacFarlane Pheasants hosts the final seminar led by Bill MacFarlane before retirement.
(Manheim, Pa., March 8, 2026) York Ag, a dynamic supplier of holistic ingredient solutions that optimize animal well-being, is sponsoring the 2026 International Pheasant Management Seminar, taking place March 8-11 in Delavan, Wisconsin. This seminar is organized by MacFarlane Pheasants Inc, the largest producer in North America, and will be held at Lake Lawn Resort.
This year’s event carries special significance for the game bird industry. It marks the final seminar hosted by Bill MacFarlane before his retirement. After decades of leadership and innovation in the pheasant industry, MacFarlane will close this chapter by sharing insights, experiences, and lessons learned throughout his career.
Founded in 1998, the International Pheasant Management Seminar began as a small gathering designed to encourage collaboration and idea-sharing among pheasant producers. Over the years, it has grown into one of the most respected educational events in the game bird industry, attracting participants from across the United States and around the world.
MacFarlane Pheasants has welcomed hundreds of guests to the seminar over the years, covering topics that range from hatchery and brooder barn management to disease prevention, equipment upgrades, marketing strategies and operational efficiency. The event continues to provide a forum where producers, preserve owners and industry partners can learn, connect and exchange ideas.
“We’re proud to support this international gathering of game bird professionals and the educational legacy that MacFarlane Pheasants has built over nearly three decades,” said Bill Achor, CEO of York Ag. “Events like this strengthen the entire industry by bringing people together to share knowledge, experiences, and new ideas.”
Whether attendees are new to game bird production or seasoned producers, the seminar offers practical value through expert presentations, panel discussions and facility tours. Participants also gain opportunities to network with breeders, preserve owners and industry suppliers, while engaging in hands-on question-and-answer sessions with experienced professionals.
York Ag believes Everyone Deserves a Nutritious Meal® and offers a portfolio of holistic ingredients designed to support the health, performance and well-being of game birds, including pheasants, grouse, partridge, quail, wild turkey and other species. These solutions include feed additives, litter management technologies and nutritional ingredients designed to support gut health, environmental management, and overall production efficiency.
To know more about York Ag and its natural ingredients portfolio for gamebirds, visit www.yorkag.com/gamebird
About York Ag
Founded in 1988, York Ag is a dynamic supplier of holistic ingredient solutions that optimize animal well-being. Headquartered in Manheim, Pennsylvania, York Ag commercializes its proprietary products YORK CALCIUM CHIPS®, BOVAZYME®, and BOVAZYME® Organic, and carries a wholesome portfolio of national and international brands from diverse feed ingredient manufacturers.
