Jocelyn's journey - farming, leadership, and growth

Oct 24, 2024
By Farms.com

Exploring Jocelyn Anderson’s advocacy in farming

Jocelyn Anderson represents the epitome of leadership and commitment in the farming community of California.

As a fourth-generation farmer, she has effectively utilized her involvement in the Farm Bureau to foster significant advancements both personally and in the wider agricultural sector.

Her journey includes pivotal roles such as the vice chair of the AFBF Young Farmers & Ranchers Committee and leadership positions within the California YF&R Committee. These roles have not only allowed her to influence agricultural policies but also to develop her leadership acumen, preparing her for various governance responsibilities.

Beyond governance, Jocelyn passionately educates external audiences about the innovative and sustainable practices that define modern farming.

Through presentations and discussions, she shares how farmers can be exemplary stewards of the land, utilizing cutting-edge technologies to promote environmental sustainability.

Her advocacy extends to promoting the importance of membership organizations like the Farm Bureau, which play a crucial role in protecting and advancing the interests of family-run farms.

Jocelyn’s story is a vibrant narrative of how active involvement in such organizations can lead to substantial personal growth and make a decisive impact on both local and national levels.

Video: Women in Ag. The Promotion of Female Farmers through Social Media | Madalyn Thayer | TEDxBGSU

Less than 1% of Americans are farmers. The majority of those farmers are men. Many people have minimal experience with farms and agriculture. High schools are getting rid of their FFA programs and many colleges, including BGSU, do not have agricultural programs or classes. There is a new social media phenomenon where women are making content based on their farming endeavors and gaining lots of traction. Education is the one of the most important parts of agriculture, because the more people know the more they will emphasize with farmers and create policy that benefits everybody. Female farmers have taken to social media sharing their experience in the agricultural world. These women are breaking stereotypes and educating everyday citizens about farming which is extremely important for the future of agriculture. Madalyn is 19 years old and will be gradated with her bachelors degree in communication on December 2024. She lives on a farm and have spent lots of time working in agriculture. She has her own farmers market and love learning about all subjects, especially agriculture. She was on the BGSU Firelands Student government from 2021-2023 as a CCP Ambassador and was awarded the 3&1 communication excellency award in April of 2024. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community.