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Grassroots leadership is what keeps agriculture strong, responsive, and relevant in our communities. Every decision that impacts farmers, landowners, and rural families is shaped by people who choose to step forward and serve. That is exactly what makes Farm Bureau so powerful—it is built from the ground up by members like you.

Serving on your county Farm Bureau board is more than attending meetings or filling a seat. It’s about making sure local agriculture has a voice where decisions are being made. It’s about protecting farmland, supporting local producers, strengthening rural economies, and making sure agriculture is understood—not overlooked—in conversations that affect all of us.

Farm Bureau works because of a partnership. We sit at tables with local leaders, educators, policymakers, and fellow organizations to make sure agriculture is part of the discussion from the start—not brought in after decisions are already made. But that only works when we have strong, engaged members willing to represent their communities.

This is where you come in.

When you serve, you bring real-life experience from your farm, your family, your land, and your community. You help shape programs that support agriculture today and build opportunities for tomorrow. You help ensure that rural voices are not only heard—but respected.

Leadership doesn’t require perfection. It requires people who care enough to show up, speak up, and stay involved.

If you’ve ever thought, “Someone should be doing something about that,” this is your invitation to be that someone.  We are currently seeking nominations for individuals interested in serving on our County Farm Bureau board, serving as a delegate, or serving on planning committees. 

Who’s eligible to serve?

To qualify for a board position, you must meet the following criteria:

Membership: Must be a paid Farm Bureau member in the county.

• • Connection: Must live in, work in, or have an active farming interest in the county.
  • Profession: Must farm (full-time or part-time) or work in the agricultural industry.  Farm size isn’t a factor.

What’s expected?

We know your time is valuable, so we keep our commitments realistic and manageable:

• Meetings: Attend monthly board meetings, typically held the second Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. (No meetings are scheduled in July, September, or December and if our board is busy farming- we may cancel meetings or hold them virtually).

• Time Commitment: Meetings usually last about 1.5 hours. While perfect attendance isn’t required, staying engaged and informed is.

• Impact: Provide input, help guide outreach and events that match your interests, and support crucial membership and policy work.

Too busy?

You don’t have to have unlimited free time to make a difference. Our board is made up of dedicated volunteers who balance careers, farms, businesses, and family life. Every member contributes in their own way, and together we make a meaningful impact for agriculture and our local communities. Many hands make light, impactful work.

Volunteer

Don’t wait for someone else to protect what you’ve built. Bring your unique perspective and your voice to the table, and let’s work together to protect our community.  

• Click here to fill out our volunteer interest form.
• Scan the QR Code.
• Email us: [email protected]
• Call our Organization Director, Mandy, at 440-812-6709