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PEI Young Farmers Association
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www.peiyoungfarmers.com
The Young Farmers of Prince Edward Island meet on the 2nd Wednesday of each month except for May - August. There is a guest speaker invited to each of the meetings to educate and inform the group on a agriculture related topic. The group also has a social following each meeting along with various social events throughout the year. If you have any questions or would like to become a member, please join us at the next meeting at 8pm at the Farm Centre in Charlottetown or call one of the Executive.
Mission Statement
PEI Junior Farmers Organization was founded in 1948 with the name later changed to PEI Young Farmers Association. The PEI Young Farmers Association is committed to shaping Future Agricultural Leaders; ensuring industry sustainability through creating awareness and acting as tomorrow’s voice for the Agricultural Community.
Goal
The PEI Young Farmers Association provides support, encouragement, and opportunities for leadership, cooperation and socialization among its members striving to improve the Island’s Agriculture Industry.
Objectives
- Promote youth involvement in Agriculture by focusing on membership growth and development and active participation.
- Promote effective leadership skills by holding seminars, guest speakers, exchange programs etc.
- Improve Agricultural Awareness by participation in other agriculture organizations, advocacy activities, public relations, marketing and communications efforts.
- Friendship and Fun
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