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ASA seeking applicants for young leader program
Posted on Jun 27, 2018 at 0:00 AM
The American Soybean Association (ASA) and Corteva Agriscience, Agriculture Division of DowDuPont are seeking applicants for the 2018-19 Young Leader Program.
The Young Leader Program, sponsored by Corteva Agriscience™ and ASA, is a two-phase educational program for actively farming individuals and couples who are passionate about the future possibilities of agriculture. The women and men who participate in this program will be the leaders who shape the future of agriculture.
Phase I of the 2018-19 Young Leader program will take place in Johnston, Iowa, Nov. 27 – 30. The program continues Feb. 26 – Mar. 2, 2019 in Orlando, Florida, in conjunction with the annual Commodity Classic Convention and Trade Show.
Soybean grower couples and individuals are encouraged to apply for the program, which focuses on leadership and communication, the latest agricultural information and the development of a strong peer network. Spouses, even those not employed full-time on the farm, are encouraged to attend and will be active participants in all elements of the program.
ASA, its 26 state affiliates, including the Grain Farmers of Ontario and Corteva Agriscience, will work together to identify the top producers to represent their state as part of this program.
Applications are being accepted online now. For more information or to apply, visit http://bit.ly/1819asayngldrs.
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