Young Ag Professionals

The Young Ag Professionals program is designed to provide leadership development and professional growth opportunities for Farm Bureau members who are 18-35. This program hosts activities including the Winter Leadership Experience and Washington D.C. Leadership Experience and offers the Outstanding Young Farmer, Excellence in Agriculture and Discussion Meet contests. Stay connected via the Growing our Generation eletter. Learn more.

Growing our Generation: A life of service

Meet Joe Everett, a Shelby County Farm Bureau Young Ag Professional who has dedicated his life to service, both in uniform and within his local community.

Ag Toy Drive 2026

Join us Nov. 26 for this family-friendly event. We only ask that you consider bringing a new agricultural-related toy or a cash donation to help our cause.

YAP, AgriPOWER take advocacy to Washington

The groups received a firsthand look at agricultural policy, advocacy and leadership in the nation’s capital.

2027 American Farm Bureau FUSION Conference scholarships available

Each of the five scholarships covers the cost of registration, hotel accommodations, and travel to the 2027 AFBF FUSION Conference. Eligible Young Ag Professionals should apply by Dec. 1.

Growing our Generation: imAGine Ag intern team insights

The 75,000 square foot ImAGine Ag exhibit made its debut at the 2026 Ohio State Fair in the new Ohio Agriculture Center, giving thousands of visitors a hands-on, interactive learning experience.

Early-bird registration for 2027 Winter Leadership Experience now open

Early-bird pricing for the conference will end Dec. 15, 2026, with a final registration deadline of Jan. 5, 2027. Event details, session updates and registration are available at ofb.ag/WLE.

YAP Fall Fun Day

Crawford, Marion, Morrow and Richland County Young Ag Professionals invite you and your family to a Young Ag Professionals Fall Fun Day at Goodman Family Farms in Mt. Gilead.

Applications open for 2027 YAP competitive events

Ohio Farm Bureau is accepting applications for the Discussion Meet, Excellence in Agriculture, and Outstanding Young Farmer 2027 contests.

Growing our Generation: Choosing conservation

Meet Hannah Ziegler, nutrient management technician and social media content creator for Crawford and Wyandot Soil and Water Conservation Districts.

Growing our Generation: Two perspectives on dairy farming

While many envision the dairy sector solely on the farm, modern agriculture relies heavily on vital, nontraditional supporting roles.