Discussion Meet

The Young Farmer Discussion Meet is a round table discussion of a predetermined topic rather than a debate. The three fundamental bases of general discussion are constructive criticism, cooperation, and communication. With this in mind, the participants' responsibility is to exchange ideas and information in an effort to solve a problem. It gives the contestants valuable experience in communicating in a small group setting. Two contestants from each district will compete in this competition that is held every year during the Mississippi Farm Bureau Annual Meeting.

Prizes

Each Regional contestant receives $100: Courtesy of Federal Land Bank Association.

Each semi-finalist receives $250: Courtesy of Federal Land Bank Association.

State winner also receives:

$500 Courtesy of Dodge
$500 Courtesy of Federal Land Bank
4 wheeler Courtesy of Southern Farm Bureau Life Insurance Company

Expense paid trip to compete in American Farm Bureau Discussion Meet Contest

To see the topics of the next Discussion Meet, click here.

There are many businesses and organizations that sponsor the Young Farmers and Ranchers Program. Please take time to thank them for all they do to ensure our program continues to be one of the best in the country.

For information about the Discussion Meet, contact your county Farm Bureau or Greg Shows at 601-977-4277.