Purpose
Collegiate Farm Bureau exists to support students engaged in agriculture, enhance members’ education and to develop future leaders for Texas Farm Bureau and agriculture.
It’s never to early to find your voice in agriculture. And Texas Collegiate Farm Bureau programs can help.
Leadership and engagement opportunities that encompass career development and professional networking are available for college students pursuing undergraduate and graduate degrees. Check it out and get involved today!
Collegiate Farm Bureau Chapters
Check out the Collegiate Farm Bureau programs in Texas!
- Sam Houston State University (Bearkat Collegiate Farm Bureau)
- West Texas A&M University
- Texas A&M University
- Tarleton State University
- Texas Tech University (Matador Collegiate Farm Bureau)
- Midwestern State University
For more information about the Texas Collegiate Farm Bureau program, contact TFB Youth Outreach Coordinator McKenna Bush at mbush@txfb.org or call 254-399-5037.
What’s in it for me?
What will you learn and how will you grow? The opportunities are endless for college students with a desire to learn, have fun, network, and participate in local and state activities.
Professional Development Opportunities
- Build your network with both industry leaders and fellow students
- Connect you to employment and internship opportunities
- Develop an understanding of agricultural issues in Texas and the U.S.
- Attend state and national conferences
- Compete in contests that build professional and personal development skills
Personal Growth Opportunities
- Transition from youth programs within Texas Farm Bureau
- Learn about Farm Bureau and the benefits of being involved
- Prepare for leadership roles in county and state Farm Bureau programs, other agricultural groups and community involvement opportunities
- Gain eligibility for scholarships
Collegiate Events and Competitions
Collegiate members are invited to participate in a variety of events and competitions hosted by Texas Farm Bureau. Click on the links below to learn more about each contest.
- Collegiate Discussion Meet
- Collegiate Farm Bureau Ag Tour
- Collegiate Farm Bureau Quiz Bowl
- Collegiate Farm Bureau Regional Meetings (North and South)
- Excellence in Agriculture Contest
- Outstanding Young Farmer & Rancher Contest
- Young Farmer & Rancher Fall Tour
- Young Farmer & Rancher Conference
- AFBF Fusion Conference
Ways to get involved
There are several ways to get involved with Collegiate Farm Bureau across the state and with your County Farm Bureau! Contact your chapter’s advisor or officer team for more information on activities and upcoming meetings.
- Ag Days—contact your advisor and/or officer team for more information
- Farm From School
- Doorways to Agriculture
- Ag on the Go
Resources
Have fun. Learn new things. Build new friendships. And make the most of your Collegiate Farm Bureau experience.
Contact McKenna Bush, TFB Youth Outreach Coordinator, at mbush@txfb.org or 254-399-5037 for more information on resources available to your chapter.
Texas Farm Bureau Young Farmer & Rancher Activities