Collegiate Programs

Collegiate Farm Bureau is an opportunity for young, up-and-coming members of the agricultural community to get introduced to the Farm Bureau organization.

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Members are able to participate in a variety of activities including Collegiate Discussion Meet, LEAP Conference, service projects and leadership opportunities on and off campus.

The Minnesota Farm Bureau supports a Collegiate Farm Bureau chapter at the University of Minnesota-Crookston. Contact Amber Edblom edblo012@crk.umn.edu for more information on how to get involved. 

 To learn more about Collegiate Farm Bureau or how to start a chapter at your university or community college, contact Leadership Coordinator Rachael Peterson.



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2025 Minnesota Farm Bureau Collegiate Discussion Meet winner Katie Radman of the University of Minnesota - Twin Cities

Collegiate Discussion Meet Contest

The Farm Bureau Collegiate Discussion Meet contest is designed to simulate a committee meeting where discussion and active participation are expected from each participant. This competition is evaluated on an exchange of ideas and information on a pre-determined topic. The judges are looking for the contestant that offers cooperation and communication while analyzing agricultural problems and developing solutions.

Timeline

  • Campus contests are held throughout the state in the fall
  • Two finalists from participating campuses advance to compete at the state finals during the Minnesota Farm Bureau Federation LEAP Conference in January
  • The winner of the state competition advances to represent Minnesota at the national Collegiate Discussion Meet competition, held during the  American Farm Bureau Federation Young Farmers and Ranchers Leadership Conference

Prizes

  • Cash prize, sponsored by Christensen Farms
  • Transportation, lodging and registration costs covered to attend the national YF&R Collegiate Discussion Meet competition, held during the American Farm Bureau Federation YF&R Leadership Conference, sponsored by Christensen Farms

Want to start a Collegiate Discussion Meet contest on your campus? Contact Leadership Coordinator Rachael Peterson rachael.peterson@fbmn.org for more information.