The YF&R program is for farm bureau members between the ages of 18-35 who wish to become more effective leaders in Farm Bureau and the ag industry and learn more about being successful on their own farms and ranches.

 “The YF&R program can be used to develop leadership skills & achieve personal growth that our members can take back to their homes where they have the most impact as leaders in their rural communities.”

—  Kalena Bruce, 2017 American Farm Bureau YF&R Chair

 

YF&R members take part in state and national competitive events like the Discussion Meet and award competitions like Emerging Leader, Excellence in Ag and the Achievement awards!  The YF&R Program provides several activities throughout the year for producers to get together, network, have fun and be part of the entire Farm Bureau experience.

The Colorado Farm Bureau YF&R Committee has a representative from each of the ten districts throughout the state as well as one from each collegiate Farm Bureau Chapter.

The state YF&R Committee develops and hosts the YF&R Leadership Conference and other activities during the Mid Summer Meeting, CFB Annual Meeting, and special events like Ag Outreach at A Taste of Colorado.

YF&R members take part in state and national competitive events like the Discussion Meet and award competitions like Emerging Leader, Excellence in Ag and the Achievement awards!  The YF&R Program provides several activities throughout the year for producers to get together, network, have fun and be part of the entire Farm Bureau experience.

The state YF&R Committee develops and hosts the YF&R Leadership Conference and other activities during the Mid Summer Meeting, CFB Annual Meeting, and special events like Ag Outreach at A Taste of Colorado.

Agriculturalists for the Future – Mentorship Program

Agriculturalists for the Future pairs those looking to start their career in the industry with seasoned professionals. Mentors and mentees will meet at least four times a year and are matched based on interested and career expertise.

Click here for more information.

Colorado Farm Bureau Emerging Leader Award

Each year CFB awards the Emerging Leader Award to one outstanding young member who has demonstrated notable personal growth and involvement in the YF&R program and throughout his or her community.  Recipients must be nominated for this award by their County Farm Bureau chapter or another community member. For more information or to nominate someone for this award, please click here.

Discussion Meet Questions

Click here for the 2024-25 Discussion Meet questions.
Click here for the Scoresheet.