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.
Read MoreDuring the annual Winter Leadership Experience, Farm Bureau members network, connect with friends, relax and recharge. Young farmers, students, and professionals affiliated with the agriculture industry are especially welcome.
Greater Columbus Convention Center
Jan. 22-23
Join us for the 2027 Winter Leadership Experience in the heart of downtown Columbus! During this annual event, Farm Bureau members network, connect with friends, and find a dedicated space to relax and recharge. Young farmers, students, and professionals affiliated with the agriculture industry are especially welcome to step away from daily operations, gain fresh perspectives, and grow together.
Why Attend?
Registration Details & Deadlines
Mark Your Calendar: Early bird registration opens mid-August!
Hotel
Enjoy seamless, connected indoor access to the Greater Columbus Convention Center by staying at our host hotel. Sleeping rooms are available at the Hilton Columbus Downtown for a special conference rate of $225/night (plus taxes & fees) through Jan. 5.
Questions? Contact [email protected]
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Learn MoreNew this year we will be offering professional child care for all ages onsite at the conference.
Learn MoreChoose from topics such as business decision-making. leadership, farm finances and succession planning, health care, marketing, grants, and stress management.
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Meet Hannah Ziegler, nutrient management technician and social media content creator for Crawford and Wyandot Soil and Water Conservation Districts.
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While many envision the dairy sector solely on the farm, modern agriculture relies heavily on vital, nontraditional supporting roles.
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Ohio Farm Bureau is accepting applications for AgriPOWER Class XVII, its leadership and advocacy development program. Application deadline is Aug. 1, 2026.
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Growing our Generation e-newsletter features insights and ideas directly from Ohio’s young farmers and agricultural professionals. Sign up to get…
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The grant helps create opportunities for early-stage agricultural businesses to move forward by addressing financial and startup hurdles. Apply by July 31.
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Meet Mattea Shockling, agricultural navigator serving Noble, Guernsey and Morgan counties.
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This donation helps the youth in our community be able to be a member of Farm Bureau and continue to support agriculture.
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Growing our Generation enewsletter features insights and ideas directly from Ohio’s young farmers and food and agricultural professionals. Sign up…
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Derek Snider has been appointed to the American Farm Bureau Federation’s Young Farmers & Ranchers Committee for the 2026-2028 term.
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Ruth Beery of Wilmington College Collegiate Farm Bureau is the winner of Ohio Farm Bureau’s 2026 Collegiate Discussion Meet competition….
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