LFBF EA Entry & Application

Young Farmers & Ranchers Excellence in Agriculture Award

2026 Entry Form
Important information on completing and submitting your online application:
1. All applications must be typed using the JotForm online application. No handwritten forms will be accepted.
2. The applicant should carefully read through the application and entry form BEFORE filling out any part of it. The complete list of rules and regulations may be downloaded here: Excellence in Agriculture Rules & Worksheet.
3. Applications must be electronically submitted to the state office by MARCH 1, 2026 at 11:59pm CST.
4. Every time you work on your application, even if you are not ready to submit, you will need to click the BLUE "Save and Continue Later" button on the very bottom of the application page. A popup box will appear and you must click "SKIP CREATE AN ACCOUNT" and you will be prompted to enter your email address. You will receive an email that contains a link that will take you back to your online application. When you return back to your online application, you will be able to make edits and revisions until submission deadline of March 1, 2026 at 11:59pm CST.
5. Once you have completed your application and are ready to submit the final version, you will need to click on the ORANGE "Submit" button on the last page of the application. You will receive a confirmation email that will include a PDF attachment of your application submission.
6. Any applications worked on and/or submitted by February 14, 2026 at 11:59pm CST will be reviewed by the state office for eligibility and application guidelines and is eligible for resubmission with corrections.
7. Any applications worked on and/or submitted after February 14, 2026 @ 11:59pm CST will be submitted on the official deadline (March 1, 2026 at 11:59pm CST) without review.
8. Disregarding the guidelines will result in disqualification of the application.
9. Submission of SIGNED entry form:
  - Print the entry form (first page) of your PDF application that you received in your confirmation email
  - Sign where indicated for applicant(s)
  - Have your parish president sign where indicated
  - Submit your signed entry form to the LFBF State Office
    
    Mail to: PO Box 95004, Baton Rouge, LA 70895-9004
    
    E-Mail to: megang@lfbf.org
APPLICATION WORKSHEET
An printable application is being provided as a worksheet, should you desire to utilize it. The worksheet may be accessed, then downloaded, by clicking here: LFBF YF&R Excellence in Ag.
The data below and throughout the application applies to you and your spouse/spousal-equivalent, if married. Please indicate “Applicant 1” (A1) and “Applicant 2” (A2) when responding to question 6.
Primary Contact Email (this email will receive information and updates regarding this application)*
example@example.com
Name (A1)*

First NameLast Name
Name (A2)

First NameLast Name
Phonetic Pronunciation
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState

Zip Code
Phone (A1)*
Phone (A2)
Email (A1)*
example@example.com
Email (A2)
example@example.com
Date of Birth (A1)*

MonthDayYear
Date of Birth (A2)

MonthDayYear
Age on January 31, 2027 (A1)*
Age on January 31, 2027 (A2)
Education/Degree (A1)
Education/Degree (A2)
Please provide one of the following for verification purposes. Select which you are providing.*

Copy of Form 1099 or W-2 FormLetter of verification from your employer or company on letterhead that includes length of employment and a brief description of your job responsibilities
Upload your employment verification to be attached to your application*

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Are you an alumnus of any of the following youth organizations? (Check all that apply)

4-HAFAFFAMANRRS
Do you have any ADA special requirements we should be aware of?*

YesNo
If yes, please list
Social Media Highlight

Provide a brief biography and photos to be utilized on the LFBF social media channels.
Please provide 2-3 pictures of the applicant and their agricultural operation or involvement. All pictures and presentations become the property of LFBF.

Include photos of the following items:
1. Contestant(s)
2. Family
3. Operation
*Include the contestant(s) name in the file name of each photo.*

To upload photos click here: Excellence in Ag Contestant Photos
Please provide a brief (3-5 sentence) biography of the participant written in third person *
Parish*
Membership #*
IMPORTANT NOTE ABOUT SAVING TO CONTINUE LATER

DO NOT CREATE A JOTFORM ACCOUNT!!!!
After you click the "Save and Continue Later" button a popup box will appear and you MUST click "SKIP CREATE AN ACCOUNT" and you will be prompted to enter your email address.

Young Farmers & Ranchers Excellence in Agriculture Award

2026 Application
Note: Remember to write in first person (i.e. I, me, we, etc.) for questions 1-5. Remember no parish-specific identifiers.
PERSONAL BACKGROUND
1. Personal Background (family, education and personal interests) - Approximately 2,000 characters

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AGRICULTURAL INVOLVEMENT

Approximately 2,500 characters per section
2A. Please explain the applicant(s) occupation.

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2B. Please explain the applicant's (applicants') personal involvement in agriculture/agribusiness.

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IMPORTANT NOTE ABOUT SAVING TO CONTINUE LATER

DO NOT CREATE A JOTFORM ACCOUNT!!!!

After you click the "Save and Continue Later" button a popup box will appear and you MUST click "SKIP CREATE AN ACCOUNT" and you will be prompted to enter your email address.

IMPACT ON AGRICULTURE

Approximately 5,000 characters
3. Clearly describe the efforts the applicant(s) have taken to positively promote and impact the agriculture industry. Examples may include things such as hosting farm tours, legislative visits or writing a blog, etc.

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ISSUES FACING AGRICULTURE

Approximately 5,000 characters per section
4A. Agriculture faces important issues at the local, state, national and international levels. Explain three important issues that the industry needs to address in the next five years. Choose one issue from three of the four levels mentioned above. For example, an applicant might select ag literacy as a local issue, mental health as a state issue and rural broadband as a national issue.

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4B. Choose one of the issues in your response to 4A and discuss how you personally have addressed, or can address, that issue and work towards a resolution.

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IMPORTANT NOTE ABOUT SAVING TO CONTINUE LATER

DO NOT CREATE A JOTFORM ACCOUNT!!!!

After you click the "Save and Continue Later" button a popup box will appear and you MUST click "SKIP CREATE AN ACCOUNT" and you will be prompted to enter your email address.

GOALS

Approximately 5,000 characters
5. What goals does the applicant(s) have for the next five years related to his/her career, Farm Bureau involvement and involvement with other organizations? What steps have been made to reach these goals?

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LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE (from age 18 to current)

Note: This applies to both applicants, if applying together. Please indicate A1 and A2 when applicable. Approximately 2,500 characters per section
6A. List Farm Bureau leadership roles, involvement opportunities, recognitions and/or awards received by the applicant(s), indicating service on committees, boards or as officers. Please include years of involvement.
Example: A1-Elected President of the Parish Farm Bureau Board of Directors (2023-2024)

Parish Farm Bureau

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6B. List other agricultural leadership roles, involvement opportunities, recognitions and/or awards received by the applicant(s), indicating service on committees, boards or as officers. (i.e. Farm Credit, Soil Conservation, Farm Agency, farm cooperatives, 4-H, etc.) Please include organization, description and years of involvement.
Example: A1 & A2 - 4-H, Serves as a 4-H Livestock Club Leader (2021 - present)

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6C. List other community and non-agricutural leadership roles, involvement opportunities, recognitions and/or awards received by the applicant(s), indicating service on committees, boards or as officers. (i.e. civic/service clubs, church, school, volunteer leadership, etc.) Please include organization, description and years of involvement.
Example: A1 - Local Elementary School, Served as Parent Teacher Association (PTA) President (2018 - 2024)

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If you had any situations or circumstances that may have affected your leadership experiences, please use this space to explain. Approximately 250 characters. NOTE: There are no points associated with this section and can be left blank.

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IMPORTANT NOTE ABOUT SAVING TO CONTINUE LATER

DO NOT CREATE A JOTFORM ACCOUNT!!!!

After you click the "Save and Continue Later" button a popup box will appear and you MUST click "SKIP CREATE AN ACCOUNT" and you will be prompted to enter your email address.
Should be Empty:

Young Farmers & Ranchers Excellence in Agriculture Award

Social Media Highlight

Young Farmers & Ranchers Excellence in Agriculture Award

PERSONAL BACKGROUND

AGRICULTURAL INVOLVEMENT

IMPACT ON AGRICULTURE

ISSUES FACING AGRICULTURE

GOALS

LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE (from age 18 to current)