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High School Principal First Name:

High School Principal Last Name:

High School Principal Email:

Superintendent/Head of School First Name:

Superintendent/Head of School Last Name:

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Please Select Your Current Grade Level:

Please note: applicants must be current high school juniors to apply.

Current GPA (4.0 scale or equivalent):

2026 Expected Start Of School Date:

Expected High School Graduation Date:

If known, What College Or University Do You Plan To Attend?

Parent/ Guardian 1 First Name:

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Parent/ Guardian 2 First Name:

Parent/ Guardian 2 Last Name:

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Do you currently live on or work with a farm/ agricultural operation: Yes No. If yes, please describe:

Related Activities:

Which areas of agriculture interest you the most (check all that apply):

Ag Policy & law /Regulations

Science & Technology

Briefly describe your involvement in agriculture-related activities (FFA,4-H, Showmanship, farm work, internships, ag classes, etc.)

Please list school, community, or agriculture activities which you have participated within the last 3 years. Include leadership roles, offices held, awards, and approximate dates.

Please answer all essay questions. Responses should be limited to 300 words or less.

1. Passion for Agriculture

Why are you interested in agriculture, and how has your background or experiences influenced that interest? Include any personal, educational, or community experiences that have shaped your passion for Mississippi Agriculture.

2. Leadership & Service

Describe a leadership role or service project you have participated in. What was your role, what challenges did you face, and what did you learn from the experience?

How do you see agriculture playing a role in your future education or career goals? How would participation in the Mississippi Agriculture Youth Council help you achieve?

4. Agriculture in Mississippi

Identify a challenge or opportunity currently facing Mississippi Agriculture. Explain why it is important and how youth voices can contribute to addressing it.

Short Answer Response Questions:

Please respond in 2-4 sentences each.

What does leadership mean to you?

How would your peers describe you?

What unique perspective or skills would you bring to the Mississippi Agriculture Youth Council?

Please provide at least two letters of references who can speak to your character, leadership, and interest in agriculture.

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Applicant Agreement:

I certify that the information provided in this application is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that providing false information may result in disqualification. If selected, I agree to comply with all expectations and responsibilities of the Mississippi Agriculture Youth Council.

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Submission Instructions:

Completed applications, including resume and any additional materials, must be submitted by the stated deadline. Additional materials (transcript, letters of recommendation) may be requested during the selection process.

For questions regarding the Agriculture Youth Council, please contact Peyton Pierce at 601-359-1256 or peyton@mdac.ms.gov

Applications are to be submitted by April 15, 2026

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Current Academic Status:

Please Select Your Current Grade Level:

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