Young Farmers and Ranchers

New York Farm Bureau's Young Farmers & Ranchers are agricultural producers and enthusiasts 18-35 years old who are…

Growing through Action

• Acquiring cutting-edge information through participation in educational conferences
• Building a network with fellow young farmers and agricultural enthusiasts
• Earning recognition for their achievements in business excellence and leadership success
• Continuing their professional development and personal growth

Leading through Service

• Providing workable solutions for issues affecting agriculture
• Influencing public policies that affect agriculture now and in the future
• Stepping up and telling the story of agriculture
• Serving their communities by volunteering and making a difference

The New York Farm Bureau's Young Farmers & Ranchers (YF& R) Program has identified two basic needs of young farmers: Leadership and Social. There are three groups of young farmers that participate in programs & activities: Young Farmers – Single/non-parents; Young Farmers with Families; and our Young Farmers youth programs (FFA/4-H/Collegiate Students). The NYFB YF&R Program works with these identified young farmer needs and target groups to develop future programs and activities.

To assist county Farm Bureau YF&R committees in developing programs, a Young Farmers & Ranchers Program Guide is available.

NEW: Cornell CALS Member Benefit

NY Farm Bureau members can now receive 30% off eCornell certificates in Food & Plant Science and Health & Nutrition. Developed by Cornell’s leading faculty, these programs provide cutting-edge insights into topics such as sustainable agriculture, food safety and food innovation. Each certificate program consists of a series of short, interactive courses, allowing you to learn at your own pace while engaging with expert instructors and industry peers. Courses feature real-world projects, case studies and personalized feedback to ensure practical application of knowledge. Upon completion, you’ll earn a Cornell University certificate, showcasing your expertise and commitment to professional growth.

Classes include:

• Beekeeping Essentials
• Brand Storytelling
• Cannabis Law and Policy
• Climate Change Leadership (short course)
• Content Writing
• Craft Brewing
• Culinary Science Essentials (short course)
• Food Processing Unit Operations
• Food Product Development
• Hemp Cultivation
• Hemp Genetics and Breeding
• Hemp Processing
• Invention and IP Management
• Landscape Design with Wood Plants
• Medical Cannabis
• Medicinal Plants
• Mindful Inclusion
• Narrative and Creative Writing for Nonfiction
• Nutrition and Healthy Living
• Winemaking

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