The Young Farmers and Ranchers program provides opportunities for young men and women to actively participate in county and state Farm Bureau organizations and events. As members of county committees, men and women in YF&R programs are given opportunities to engage in activities that:

• Acquaint young members with, and increase their involvement in, Farm Bureau.
• Develop capable rural leadership. 
• Influence public policies and provide workable solutions for issues that affect agriculture.
• Build a network with fellow farmers, ranchers and agriculture supporters.

The YF&R program also provides opportunities to earn recognition for achievements in agriculture, business and leadership through the YF&R Awards program.

State Committee

Chair
Justin & Laycee Story, Scott County - District 4

Vice Chair
Clay Parker, Lonoke County - District 6

Members:
Dalton & Skiver Dilldine, Mississippi County - District 1
Stuart Seidenstricker, Prairie County - District 2
Dayton & Lauren McCarty, Stone County - District 3
Wyatt Wooten, Miller County - District 4
Chris & Brooklyn Heiser, Johnson County - District 5
William Mencer, Chicot County - District 7

Ex Officio
John Michael & Rachel Bearden, Hot Spring County - District 5

Follow any of the helpful links below to learn more about the program, awards, entry deadlines, etc.:

• YF&R Guidelines
• 2026 YF&R AA/EA UPDATED Application Process
• 2026 AA/EA Submission Instructions
• Achievement Award
  
• Excellence in Ag Award
• YF&R Contest FAQ's
  
• Discussion Meet
• Facebook Page

Community Cultivations Program:

The Community Cultivations Program is sponsored by the Arkansas Farm Bureau State Women’s Leadership and Young Farmers & Ranchers Committees. The program is designed to encourage counties to support programs and activities in their local communities. Arkansas Farm Bureau supports ongoing efforts to build stronger communities throughout the state. Click HERE for complete details.

   Reimbursements 

      Please submit a copy of the check or receipt(s) to Cindy Robertson at cindy.robertson@arfb.com. 

•  Food Program

               -ArFB will reimburse 1/2 up to $400 per county each year. (Nov. 1-Oct. 31)    

•  School Supply Drive

               -ArFB will reimburse 1/2 up to $200 per county each year.