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American Farm Bureau Federation Young Farmer and Rancher program hosts an annual leadership conference for Farm Bureau members between the ages of 18 and 35 years old. Ohio Farm Bureau’s Young Ag Professionals members are encouraged to attend the YF&R Leadership Conference as it is a great opportunity to meet members from around the country while developing their professional skills. Ohio Farm Bureau is offering 10 scholarships to the leadership conference in 2024. Those select 10 will receive free conference registration, complimentary transportation to and from the conference as well as meal reimbursement.

Eligibility:
  • Applicant must be between the ages of 18 and 35 years of age.
  • Must be a current Ohio Farm Bureau member and active in a county Farm Bureau.
  • The application is intended for individuals. A couple may apply however both spouses may not be selected. Each individual person must complete the application.
  • Current and past YAP State Committee and YF&R Committee members are ineligible to apply.
  • Current employees of Ohio Farm Bureau and any County Farm Bureau office are ineligible to apply.  

The 10 recipients will be announced during the YAP Winter Leadership Experience in Columbus Jan. 26-27, 2024. Those selected will receive a welcome packet of information and are expected to complete their registration and flight booking by Jan. 30, 2024. 

Event details

March 8-11, 2024 | Omaha, Nebraska

2024 YFR Conference

What’s included?

Ohio Farm Bureau will cover conference registration and transportation to and from the conference. Group dinners and some additional meals will be provided for the participants. Applicants are expected to cover some meal and tour costs. This scholarship is valued over $1,000 per participant. 

To apply

Apply online by Jan. 14, 2024 at midnight.

For more information or questions, contact Kelsey Turner at [email protected]. 

Online extra

Read about Holly Retaino’s experience as a Special 10 winner in 2023.

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