leadership

FirstFruits’ Opal apple charity supports youth

FirstFruits’ Opal apple charity to support young people. In conjunction with Opal Apple, FirstFruits Farms’ Opal Apple Youth Make A Difference Grant Program is an initiative designed to empower young changemakers to transform their dreams... more »

USApple introduces 2024 NextGen Apple Fellowship class

The U.S. Apple Association (USApple) has publicized the newest members of its leadership development program, the NextGen Apple Fellowship. Seven fellows from across the country have been selected to participate in the 2024 class. The... more »

California Ag Leadership Program class seeks applications

Applications are now being accepted for the newest class of the California Agricultural Leadership Program (CALP). Applicants for Class 54 should be mid-career growers, farmers, ranchers, horticulturalists, foresters and/or individuals working in other areas of... more »

IFPA announces slate of 2024 board members, executive committee

The International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) has a new slate of officers and directors. The volunteer leaders will be confirmed by a ballot shared with membership and will begin their term at the Global Fresh... more »

FFVA seeks members of new leadership class

The Florida Fruit & Vegetable Association is looking for candidates for Class 13 of its Emerging Leader Development Program. The program, administered by the Florida Specialty Crop Foundation, identifies and develops leaders to be strong... more »

USHBC seeks members of next leadership class

The U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council is looking for up to 10 professionals in the supply chain for the second class of the Blueberry Industry Leadership Program. Applications for the leadership program are due by June... more »

UGA faculty chosen in land-grant institution leadership program

Three University of Georgia faculty have been chosen to participate in the 19th class of the LEAD21 program, aimed at developing leaders at land-grant institutions and their strategic partners who link research, academics and Extension.... more »

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