Our young farmer programming provides community, leadership development, and professional growth opportunities for Farm Bureau members who are 18-35. Find out if there’s a Young Ag Professionals group near you.
Young Agricultural Professionals (YAP) are Farm Bureau members ages 18 to 35 who work either part or full time in Ohio’s largest industry. We’ve made it easy to meet others who share your passion for agriculture and stay connected all year long, with signature events like the Winter Leadership Experience and Washington, D.C. Leadership Experience, and programs like AgriPOWER and Collegiate Farm Bureaus. For students pursuing education in ag-related fields, there are a variety of scholarships available through our foundation and county Farm Bureaus. American Farm Bureau also offers an annual Leadership Conference.
Check here to see if there is a YAP group near you. Find us on Facebook and sign up for our Growing our Generation e-newsletter for insights and ideas directly from young farmers.
Strong agriculture communities start with strong leaders. Find programs and experiences designed for Young Ag Professionals.
Learn MoreOpportunities to grow and develop skills such as public speaking, networking, advocacy, and media relations. Learn how to share your agricultural story.
Learn MoreInsights and ideas directly from members of the Young Agricultural Professionals State Committee.
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Brandie Finney of Crawford County is the editor of the May 2023 Growing our Generation enewsletter, featuring insights and ideas directly from Ohio’s young farmers and food and agricultural professionals.
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To help get their name out in the community, while also being involved in the community, the Kisers got involved with Farm Bureau on the county level.
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Ohio Farm Bureau will be taking a group of young agricultural professionals to Washington, D.C. Sept. 12-14.
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Farm Bureau District 21 YAP Committee members enjoyed a tour at Sixth Sense Brewing & Taproom on Saturday, April 22….
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Hannah DiVencenzo of Lorain County is the editor of the April 2023 Growing our Generation enewsletter, featuring insights and ideas directly from Ohio’s young farmers and food and agricultural professionals.
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Become an effective leader and advocate for agriculture. Applications must be submitted by Aug. 1, 2023.
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The FUSION Conference is a national leadership conference that brings together volunteers in three program areas: Promotion & Education, Women’s Leadership and Young Farmers & Ranchers.
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During her four days in Florida, she attended learning workshops, listened to keynote speakers, and met individuals from all over the country.
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attendees were able to network with others around the state of Ohio as well as attend a variety of sessions that included business and production agriculture, niche marketing, and career/leadership development topics.
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Hear from four young entrepreneurs on how they have built their personal brands and businesses to leave a lasting legacy.
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