Are you interested in becoming a future leader in agriculture and your community? The Missouri Agribusiness Academy is for you! MAbA is a youth leadership program designed for high school sophomores to explore career opportunities in agribusiness, government and production agriculture. Links to the applications are below.

Agriculture has a tremendous impact on our nation’s economy, and Missouri is at the heart of this industry. It is important that young people carry on the tradition and

heritage of those who have made this state the agricultural leader it is today.

The Academy will help provide you with a foundation in agricultural leadership and prepare you to meet the challenges and reap the rewards of the world’s greatest industry.

In 2009, thirty students will be selected to participate in MAbA through a competitive written application and oral interview process. Academy members will tour agribusinesses and meet agricultural leaders in the St. Louis area June 8-12, 2009.

Missouri Agribusiness Academy Application (pdf)

Missouri Agribusiness Academy Recommendation (pdf)