Growing our Generation: Celebrating June Dairy Month
Allowing people a sneak-peek into our farm is a way to break negative stigmas. ~ Mackenzie Deetz
Read MoreApplications for the Ohio Farm Bureau Young Agricultural Professionals State Committee are being accepted through April 28, 2023.
Ohio Farm Bureau members ages 18-34 who are interested in developing their leadership skills and enhancing programming for their peers should apply for the 2024-2026 Young Agricultural Professionals State Committee. Application deadline is April 28, 2023 at 5 p.m.
The state committee is composed of eight members or couples who suggest, develop and conduct activities that provide networking, social and learning opportunities for young farmers and ag professionals, including planning the yearly leadership experience and hosting Young Agricultural Professionals in a variety of in- and out-of-state events.
Committee members serve a two-year term that begins at in September 2023 and expires two years later after the Young Ag Professionals Leadership Experience in January. Four new couples or singles are appointed each year. Members serve a two-year term with four returning and four new positions each year.
Applications are due to Kelsey Turner, Ohio Farm Bureau director of leadership and business development, by April 28, 2023 at 5 p.m.
Committee members are expected to be present at all meetings and activities.
See the application for more information.
Applicant interviews will occur on May 16 between 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. Interview appointments will be scheduled the week prior to the interview date. All applicants will be notified by July 31, 2023 regarding the status of their application.
Online extra: Tim and Sarah Terrill from Montgomery County share their Farm Bureau journey and why they wanted to be involved on the committee.
This is a news release for use by journalists. Questions should be directed to Ty Higgins, 614-246-8231 or [email protected].
Allowing people a sneak-peek into our farm is a way to break negative stigmas. ~ Mackenzie Deetz
Read MoreEach session will feature new and innovative solutions, research, and information on the latest technology and strategies to protect farms and rural communities.
Read MoreLearn more about how Jakob Wilson, a fourth-generation farmer, embraces the importance of generational differences in their farming operation while implementing new technologies to increase efficiency.
Read MoreEight local Young Agricultural Professionals groups have been awarded $500 grants for educational programming or events they are planning or that have taken place already in 2024.
Read MoreCrawford, Marion, Morrow and Richland County Farm Bureau summer intern for 2024 is Sarah Hoak.
Read MoreThe program is the brainchild of Mike and Patti Boyert, who are ready to help the next generation of young people get started in agriculture.
Read MoreOhio Farm Bureau provides opportunities, platforms and resources to help you develop your voice in the industry and give farmers a seat at the table with leaders and legislators.
Read MoreThe free Entrepreneurship Bootcamp would benefit newer farmers and be helpful to anyone who caters to end consumers and has been in business for five years or less. Sessions start June 8.
Read MoreMary Klopfenstein of Delphos has been named Young Ag Professional and Ag Literacy Program Specialist for Ohio Farm Bureau.
Read MoreIf you are age 18 to 24 and a farmer, a student or your job is directly impacted by the health of Ohio agriculture, we invite you to become a young member.
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