Agriculture Future of America Leader Institutes provide a unique opportunity to explore students’ interests and connect with industry professionals nationwide. Dive deep into various agriculture sectors through immersive, hands-on learning experiences designed to help students find their interests and build their network. Visit the AFA website to learn more about each institute.

AFA offers 6 institutes each year, including sustainability, plant science, precision agriculture, animal science, policy and food systems. Apply now. 

Sustainability: Feb. 9-11, 2025 in Salt Lake City, Utah.

Precision Agriculture: March 2-4, 2025 in Denver, Colo.

Animal Science: April 13-15, 2025 in Kansas City, Mo.

Plant Science: July 20-22, 2025 in Sacramento, Calif.

Information about policy and food systems will be released soon. Contact Savannah Taylor (staylo59@calpoly.edu) with questions.