During the Minnesota Farm Bureau Federation Leadership, Education, Advocacy and Promotion Conference, Katie Lee of East Polk County Farm Bureau earned the Golden Apple Award for her support of ag education and the Ag in the Classroom program. The Young Farmer and Rancher Committee also presented Matt Johnson of Meeker County with the Outstanding Friend of Young Farmers and Ranchers. Jason and Caitlin Keck of Steele County were recognized with the Golden Pitchfork Award for their hands-on involvement with the YF&R program.

