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Canada's Outstanding Young Farmers Program (OYF) is a unique program designed to recognize farmers and farm couples who exemplify excellence in their profession. Click here for information on how to participate! TELL US ABOUT A YOUNG FARMER YOU'D LIKE TO NOMINATE!

BECOME A SPONSOR The program is fully funded through sponsorships - any contribution is welcome!




2010 Atlantic Winners!
Josh Outlon and Patricia Bishop of TapRoot Farms in Port Williams, Nova Scotia, were named Atlantic Outstanding Young Farmers at the Regional Event held in Charlottetown in early March, in conjuction with the International Potato Expo. Photo caption: (l to r) Jessica Reeves, OYF Atlantic Chair; Josh and Patricia of TapRoot Farms; and theHon. George Webster, PEI Minister of Agriculture.

Josh and Patricia will represent the region at Nationals in Victoria, BC this November.

The program was founded in 1979 by the Canadian Junior Chamber/Jay-cees and is open to farmers or couples who derive at least two-thirds of their income from farming operations.

Learn more about how to participate or nominate a young farmer

The Atlantic Region of the OYF is one of seven regional programs. Each region holds an event where local nominees are judged on specific criteria. All regional winners represent their areas at an annual national event where they compete to be named Canada's Outstanding Young Farmers. See our alumni for all our past regional and national winners.

 
 
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