Friday, June 25, 2010

Outstanding Young Farmer Program presentation

On June 22, 2010 the Ag Issues and Public Relations Committee held a webinar on the Outstanding  Young Farmer Program.  You can watch the recording of the Elluminate session here.

Dan Downing, National AI&PR Committee Chair led this webinar and gave some background for the Outstanding Young Farmer Program, which is supported and sponsored by the Jaycees, John Dear, Outstanding Farmers of America Fraternity and the NACAA.

The purposes of the OYF program are to improve conditions for American farmers, improve urban-rural relations, show appreciation for farmer contributions and achievements and more. 

In the session, Dan also explains the nomination process, the national competition and more.

Please take 25 minutes and learn all about the Outstanding Young Farmer Program.