Charleston, S.C. – Clarendon County Farm Bureau members Julianne Cooper, Justin Evans, Nikolas McArthur and Mary Elizabeth Morris recently joined over 400 young farmers, ranchers and ag enthusiasts ages 18-35, for the annual South Carolina Farm Bureau Federation Young Farmers and Ranchers Conference in Charleston. Members from across the state gathered to network, become better leaders in their communities and learn how to overcome challenges within the agriculture industry.
Conference attendees had the opportunity to listen to a wide variety of speakers on topics addressing all aspects of agriculture. They also heard remarks from South Carolina Representative Gary Brewer and AFBF Vice President Scott VanderWal.
“We feel very encouraged for the future of agriculture after our YF&R Conference in Charleston,” said Sally Harrison, chair of the State Young Farmers and Ranchers Committee. “Our attendees focused on their ‘why’ and pondered on purpose in agriculture, leadership and community…