The 2016 class of the NCGA DuPont New Leaders Program, now
entering its third year of helping farming couples and individuals become
better communicators, leaders and advocates for agriculture, kicked this week
in Des Moines, Iowa.
“We’re pleased to see this important program continue for a
third year with DuPont’s generous support,” said Chip Bowling, NCGA president
and a corn grower from Maryland. “NCGA has always believed that farmers themselves
are the best leaders and spokespersons for agriculture, and this program is
designed in particular for those just getting started in visible roles in the
ag industry.”
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| Deb Gangwish of Shelton |
“It was a privilege to meet this year’s distinguished class
of DuPont New Leaders. There are many
challenges and opportunities facing American agriculture, so I am pleased that
we are investing in the next generation of leaders,” said Jeff Nawn, DuPont
Pioneer Global Grain Trade Lead. “We
look forward to watching them continue to develop their leadership skills and
become stronger advocates for our industry.”
This year, 27 participants representing 16 states are
involved in the program. Participants from Nebraska include: Joel McAfee of Wakefield and Deb Gangwish of
Shelton.
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| On left: Joel McAfee of Wakefield |
The New Leaders Program is implemented in three phases, with
two plenary sessions: in Iowa this week and Washington in mid-July. At these
sessions, participants will gain knowledge of communications and leadership
skills and many of the top issues confronting American corn growers. They also
will have the opportunity to see leaders in action in our nation’s capital and
visit with their lawmakers. Between these two sessions, participants will be
involved in national- and state-level programs supporting American agriculture.
More pictures from the first session of the DuPont New Leaders Program are available here.
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