In 2021, Prairie View Small Farm Institute (SFI) is launching a leadership program explicitly intended for farmers and agribusiness professionals: Agriculture Leaders Leading (ALL). The ALL is a 12-month program. Topics covered during the institute programs will focus on leadership, public policy, the agriculture and food industry, state and local government, and regulations. The program will help individuals develop the agriculture industry’s knowledge and skills to become effective leaders and advocates in agriculture positions.

Session Dates Description
One July 22-23 Prairie View Program orientation and getting to know Prairie View A&M University College of Agriculture and Human Sciences. Personal strengths finder assessment, evolving leadership development, and public speaking training.
Two August 26-28 Texas Agriculture and role of the media, spokesperson training, changing nature of communications, social media, and Texas agriculture issues.
Three September 21-23 Washington DC Power of organizations, Extension’s process, national and international issues, trade, demographics, and federal government basics.
Four November 18-19 Austin up-close looks at state and local government, working with elected officials and politics and etiquette.
Five December 17-18 East Texas Dive into issues and topics facing Texas Agriculture today and in the future.
Six February 10-12 TBD Out of state agriculture tour. Explore current issues in food, agriculture, and the environment in another state. Gain a first-hand perspective of agricultural facilities, businesses, and Extension’s role in another state. Explore ways for Extension to work together.
Seven March 18-19 Prairie View Service opportunities to get engaged in agricultural organizations, local organizations, and Prairie View. Review business structures and transitions. ALL graduation.