Six Selected for New MFBF Leadership Development Program

Minnesota Farm Bureau is launching a new leadership development program, the LeadAg Institute, aimed at preparing members to advocate for agriculture and lead at the community, county, state, and national levels. The program is designed to strengthen leadership skills, deepen understanding of Farm Bureau policy work, and advance agricultural literacy across Minnesota. The inaugural class includes six Farm Bureau members from across the state: Brianne Arneson of Madison, Jessie Bester of Hampton, Jay Sohre of Good Thunder, Ellie Trout of Cohasset, Traci Walkowski of Hutchinson, and Josh Yates of Mora. Participants will take part in five learning sessions focused on leadership development, personal growth, and effective engagement on agricultural issues.