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