Farm Bureau Research Paper

Farm Bureau is known to many in Florida as the voice of agriculture for over 140,000 members across the state, made up of individuals and groups along with agriculture producers, consumers, and supporters as the state’s largest agricultural organization. It is not just for farmers today though, as Farm Bureau has many initiatives both here in Volusia County and throughout the state devoted to youth as the next generation of farmers, ranchers, and beyond the will be responsible for the agriculture industry in the future. Encouraging youth to become involved at a young age opens up opportunities for many with agriculture, as not only a positive influence in life as youth but potential careers and jobs later in life.

Locally here in Volusia County, Farm Bureau offers several different youth oriented programs. In addition to sponsoring some 4-H and FFA groups for national travel, Volusia County Farm Bureau holds a county competition as part of the annual Farm Bureau Women’s …show more content…
Many might think of Farm Bureau as a place to purchase insurance plans or to receive discounts through member programs, but in Volusia County and throughout the state, it is so much more, and especially devoted to supporting the future of agriculture.

(Photo 1 [Steer] Michael Austin of DeLand Senior FFA exhibited the Grand Champion Market Steer brokered out of Indiana at this year’s Volusia County Fair that was insured through Florida Farm Bureau’s project insurance program.) (Photo from Mandy Austin)

(Photo 2 [Collage] Opportunities such as the speech contest, college scholarships, agriculture certifications, and mini grants for teachers allow for increased youth involvement in