Join
us in Springdale, Arkansas, Feb. 9-12, 2012!
See the Agenda and Tour Information HERE!
Congratulations to the 2012
NOYF Finalists:
Matthew & Christine Peckham, Connecticut
Andy & Christie Owens, Georgia
Andrew
& Karlie Bowman, Illinois
Ryan & Danielle Yerby, Louisiana
Paul II (Duce) & Joy Tallamy, New Jersey
Thad
& Donna Sharp, North Carolina
Troy & Bobbie Jo Uglem, North Dakota
Steve & Deeanna Gorden, Oregon
Brian &
Renee Schaal, Wisconsin
Travis & Pamala Jackson, Wyoming
The Outstanding Farmers of America Fraternity
is made up of past nominees of the Outstanding Young Farmer Program. The fraternity is designed to facilitate an exchange
of ideas and friendship that encourages excellence and involvement in agriculture and the local, state, and national community.
There are approximately 1,500 members of the fraternity across the nation who utilize their connections with each
other in a strong networking format to assist farmers and promote the importance of America's farming community.
OFA Mission
Statement
"To be the premier recognition program by celebrating the diversity, productivity and efficiency
of today's agricultural professionals."
The OFA Vision
To be a Positive Voice in Agriculture by fostering Strong
Relationships by offering the best opportunities in Education and Networking and recognizing efforts in Land Stewardships,
Community Involvement and Modern Business Practices.
2011 National OYF Winners
From left: John and Stacy Melick, New Jersey; Ryan and Michelle Keller, Wisconsin; Orion Samuelson, NOYF Emcee; Danielle and
Chad Budy, Oklahoma; Dawn and Joe Geremia, Connecticut
2011 National Outstanding Young Farmer Finalists
Back row, from left: Michelle and Ryan Keller (Wisconsin); Madonna and Bryan Melvin (Delaware); Danielle and Chad Budy
(Oklahoma)
Middle row, from left: Halle and Jack Thomson (California); Krista and Nathan Jurva (New Mexico); Dawn and
Joe Geremia (Connecticut)
Front row, from left: Ryan Feist (Minnesota); Jennifer and Greg Hirai (Idaho); Stacy and John
Melick (New Jersey); David Hommel (Iowa)
