4-H Ag Ambassadors Program

Who: This program is for all Maine youth ages 14-18.

What: Maine 4-H is launching a new session cohort for interested eligible youth for the Maine 4-H Agricultural Ambassadors program!  The program is designed for youth ages 14-18 who are interested in any aspect of agriculture.  Youth spend time getting to know each other and learn both online and in-person in sessions facilitated by UMaine 4-H Staff and community partners. Sessions will focus on career exploration, exploring the Maine Food System with farm and production visits around the state, and building relationships with industry professionals.

This season we will visit local Maine Ag businesses like Libby Maple, Yeti Ridge Farm and more. Transportation assistance for these events may be available upon request.

In addition to the multi-week session, youth will serve in their ambassador role for at least 1 year. Youth will pick an agricultural area to focus on (ex. livestock, ag literacy/food systems, environmental stewardship, Ag and health) during their term and explore leadership opportunities locally, statewide, and even nationally.

Transportation assistance may be available upon request.

When:

• Virtual Meeting Dates: March 11th, 18th, April 1st, 8th and 15th.
• In Person Meeting Dates: March 21st
• Ag Policy Day at the State House: March 25th (optional)
• Maine Agriculture Symposium at University of Maine: April 19-21 (optional overnight)

How: Interested in joining? Register below.

Registration:

Current 4-H members can REGISTER HERE. When you are logged into Z Suites, find the Ag Symposium under events and complete the required forms.

New 4-H members can REGISTER HERE.

For questions regarding the registration process please contact extension.4hagleadership@maine.edu.

For more information or to request a reasonable accommodation, contact Alisha Targonski, 207.622.7546; extension.4hagleadership@maine.edu.