Young Professionals Network

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The Young Professionals Network is dedicated to making a positive difference in the professions of agriculture management, appraisal and consulting through premier leadership, career development and personal success while transitioning to the next generation of leadership.

The Young Professionals Network (YPN) is your opportunity to get involved in the Society and take your career in farm management, rural property appraising and agricultural consulting to the next level.

  • Network with peers and professionals at the Pioneer sponsored YPN Leadership Workshop during Education Week.
  • Get involved with your local chapter’s YPN group
  • Gain access to AgCareers and mentoring resources to help you advance your career
  • Give back to the community by visiting local colleges and universities to introduce students to careers in the rural property profession and invite them to attend Career Day at Summer Education Week

What is the Young Professionals Network? 

The Young Professionals Network is a sub-group of the American Society of Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers geared towards professionals 39 and under. The purpose of the YPN is to help young professionals start and/or further their careers in Farm Management, Consulting and Rural Appraisal through education, networking and leadership training. 

What does the YPN do?

The ASFMRA Young Professionals Network is preparing the next generation of Farm Managers, Consultants and Rural Appraisers to be leaders in their professions. The YPN group facilitates networking and leadership opportunities for individuals just getting started in their careers, individuals looking to advance their careers and also those looking for volunteer opportunities.

The YPN hosts a variety of events throughout the year at both the National and Chapter level including the YPN Leadership Training held during Summer Education Week. 

How do I get involved? 

There are a number of ways you can get involved with the YPN Group:

Attend an YPN Event - The easiest way to get involved with the YPN is to attend an event. Check the YPN Upcoming Events to find an event in your area – like the YPN Leadership Workshop at SEW. As Brian Field, ARA, Leadership Committee Chair says, 

“The Young Professionals Network Leadership Workshop at SEW is excellent! I have formed relationships with peers from across the country, learned of ways that I can get more involved in ASFMRA, and also picked up new skills. YPN members that I’ve met are highly motivated and truly represent the best in the ag industry’s next generation!”

Give a class presentation – Think you have what it takes to network with hundreds of ag students? Do you have untapped skills in the art of public speaking? This is a great opportunity to talk to college students about why choosing a career in farm management, consulting or rural appraisal could be a great fit. All ASFMRA members are encouraged to reach out to colleges and universities in their area to give a presentation to Ag Students about pursuing a career in farm management, consulting or rural appraisal and If you are interested in giving a presentation or know someone who is, please contact your district representative for more information. 

Host a career fair booth – Share your expertise with hundreds of young ag students! Hosting a booth at a college or university job fair is a great way to introduce new career opportunities to college students. If you are interested in hosting a career fair booth at your local college or university, please contact Kendra Zimmer, Administrative Assistant, for more information. 

Organize an event with your chapter – Networking with other young professionals is a great way to gain new business contacts, friends and information. If you would like to organize an event or get together with other Young Professionals in your area, contact your district representative and chapter secretary for more information. 

Questions? Please contact Kendra Zimmer, Executive Assistant at (303) 692-1226.


Photos from YPN Events:

Education Week YPN Top Golf
YPN members enjoyed a trip to Top Golf during Summer Education Week 2021.

Minnesota Chapter YPN event
The Minnesota Chapter's 2022 Winter Meeting included a YPN outing to a local axe throwing venue.

YPN gather at Annual Conference
Bayer AgriScience sponsored a YPN meetup during the ASFMRA's 2021 Annual Conference.

Does your chapter have a YPN Event coming up? Let us know! Send events to communications@asfmra.org.