Help Find Farm Credit 100 Fresh Perspectives!

Do you know an individual or group of individuals whose leadership and vision is changing the future of agriculture and rural America for the better? Farm Credit is searching for 100 leaders who are positively shaping what is next for rural communities and agriculture.

Farm Credit is asking you to nominate leaders who demonstrate qualities in one or more of the following categories:

• Leadership (over 21)
• Youth Leadership (21 and younger)
• Rural Policy Influence
• Beginning Farmer or Rancher Achievement
• Entrepreneurship and Innovation
• Sustainability and Natural Resource Conservation
• Financial Stewardship
• Mentoring and Volunteerism
• Agriculture Education and Community Impact
• Rural and Urban Connection

If you know a dynamic leader who fits into one or more of those categories, we encourage you to nominate them for recognition as one of the Farm Credit 100 Fresh Perspectives in three easy steps:

1. Consider: Identify the category or categories outlined here that best represent your nominee’s area of influence.
2. Visit: Go to FarmCredit100.com/fresh for entry materials.
3. Complete: Submit nomination form and brief essay. Nominations accepted until December 18, 2015.

A panel of experts on rural matters, including Farm Credit leaders and representatives from around the agriculture industry, will evaluate and select the top 100 honorees who showcase the ability to build appreciation for rural communities and agriculture and further contribute to a vibrant future for rural America. The final 100 names will be announced in early 2016.

Go to FarmCredit100.com/fresh for more info!