What do young farmers get out of their involvement with the Canadian Young Farmers Forum?
Participants in the Forum gain a better understanding of the agriculture industry as described by their colleagues from across the Country. Speakers and workshops increase participants’ knowledge of the agriculture industry’s issues, policies and problems. The development of both national and provincial structures will enhance participants’ leadership skills, preparing them to take a more active role in agriculture and rural organizations. In addition, since young and beginning farmers are often isolated from their peers, the face-to-face meeting of the Forum, as well as the on-line communication helps to establish an important support network of peers facing the same challenges in pursuit of similar goals.
