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Youth in Agriculture

4-H’ers from around the nation met in Washington D.C. at the U.S. Department of Agriculture Headquarters
This webpage provides curated tools and resources aimed at empowering the next generation of agricultural leaders. You will find everything from tools to help teachers in the classroom to scholarship, internship, and career opportunities.

Why should we care about agriculture?

The food we eat, the clothes we wear, and the fuel that powers our lives is produced with agriculture. The future of agriculture is reliant on the next generation of innovators, communicators, producers, educators and leaders.

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Empowering Young Leaders

Lessons found in the agriculture industry provide unique opportunities for youth to develop into strong leaders who will go on to lead local, state and national communities. The USDA is proud to partner with a number of student organizations and provide a range of programs to assist youth to meet and exceed their potential and unlock countless career paths.
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For Students

Agriculture touches almost every part of our daily lives. From the clothes we wear to the food we eat, we experience first-hand the importance of this industry each and every day. USDA strives to foster a connection between youth and everyday links to the farm both in the classroom and in the community. Find resources and program information below.
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