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Young Farmers and Ranchers

Young Farmers & Ranchers are between the ages of 18-35 who have a desire to network, share ideas, participate in community projects and hone their leadership skills. The Florida Farm Bureau has an array of opportunities for this group of young agriculturists to become strong leaders for the future of agriculture.

To get involved in the Farm Bureau YF&R Program, contact your local Farm Bureau office.

 

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yf&r_leadership-programYoung Farmers and Ranchers Leadership Program
The Young Farmers & Ranchers Leadership Program provides many opportunities for young agriculturists to be involved at the community, local, state and national level. Various events and award programs recognize the importance of young farmers’ and ranchers’ contributions to agriculture.

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Young Farmers & Ranchers Leadership Group

Every two years a select group of agriculturists are selected to participate in the Young Farmers and Ranchers Leadership Group. The program is designed to prepare the next generation of farmers and ranchers with the leadership and confidence to represent agriculture at the local, state and national level. It focuses on personal growth, public speaking, media training, legislative awareness, issue advocacy and service leadership.

 

Harvest for All
Harvest for All is a food donation competition spearheaded by the American Farm Bureau’s Young Farmers and Ranchers. Florida YF&Rs have donated more than 24 million pounds of fresh produce and food to assist hungry Americans.

CONTESTS
Each year, active YF&R members have the opportunity to compete in several programs that recognize their accomplishments and test their skills. There are three competitions:
• Achievement in Ag Award
• Discussion Meet
• Excellence in Ag Award

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Collegiate Farm Bureau
The Collegiate Farm Bureau brings together agricultural students on college campuses to engage them in educational activities that will enhance their future while building awareness of the Farm Bureau organization. The Collegiate Farm Bureau chapters operate at the University of Florida and Warner University. Keep up with events on their Facebook page.

Young Farmers & Ranchers Leadership Conference
The 2020 Florida Farm Bureau Young Farmers and Leadership Conference has  been transitioned to the FFB Fusion Virtual Conference due to COVID-19. We are excited to meet “virtually” with Young Farmers and Ranchers, Women, and those interested in learning more about Florida agriculture on August 6-8, 2020. Click here to be redirected to the conference web page for the registration link, conference agenda, recipes, and more!

View 2019 Conference photos

Leadership Group

Every two years a select group of agriculturists is chosen to participate in the Young Farmers and Ranchers Leadership Group. The program is designed to prepare the next generation of farmers and ranchers with the leadership and confidence to represent agriculture at the local, state and national level. It focuses on personal growth, public speaking, media training, legislative awareness, issue advocacy and service leadership.

Young Farmers & Ranchers Tentative Schedule

Welcome from Ryan Armstrong, YF&R Leadership Chair

 2018-2020 YF&R Leadership Group

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

President
Ryan Armstrong

Immediate Past President
Adam Cook

YFR Representative on State Women’s Leadership Committee
Katie Morris

Click on the map to learn about district representatives.

County Farm Bureau map

  • District 1
    Escambia, Santa Rosa, Okaloosa, Walton, Holmes, Jackson, Washington, Bay Calhoun, Gulf
  • District 2
    Liberty, Gadsen, Franklin, Wakulla, Leon, Jefferson, Taylor, Madison, Hamilton, Suwannee, Lafayette
  • District 3
    Baker, Bradford, Columbia, Clay, Duval, Putnam/St. Johns, Nassau, Union
  • District 4
    Alachua, Dixie, Gilchrist, Flagler, Marion, Levy, Seminole, Volusia
  • District 5
    Hernando, Citrus, Sumter, Lake, Pasco, Hillsborough, Polk, Pinellas
  • District 6
    Manatee, Hardee, Highlands, Sarasota, Desoto, Charlotte, Lee
  • District 7
    Orange, Osceola, Brevard, Indian River, Okeechobee, St. Lucie, Martin
  • District 8
    Hendry, Glades, Palm Beach, Collier, Broward, Dade, Monroe

 

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Contests, Awards & Recognition

Each year, active members in YF&R have the opportunity to compete in several programs that recognize their accomplishments and test their skills. There are three competitions, click the links below to learn more:

    • Achievement in Ag Award
    • Discussion Meet
    • Excellence in Ag Award

YF&R members also have the opportunity to be recognized for their involvement in the community. Each year, engaged members can apply for the Young Farmers & Ranchers Activity Award.

Award Winners

Click the links below to view past award winners.

  • YF&R Achievement in Ag  Award Winners
  • Excellence in Ag Award Winners
  • Discussion Meet Winners

Leadership Conference

The 2020 Florida Farm Bureau Young Farmers and Leadership Conference transitioned to the FFB Fusion Virtual Conference. We met with more than 250 farm families “virtually”  Click here to be redirected to the conference web page  to see recorded sessions of the August virtual Florida Fusion conference.

View photos from the 2019  conference.
Young Farmers & Ranchers Leadership Conference 2019

Young Farmers and Ranchers Leadership Resources

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