Supporting Collegiate and Emerging Leaders
Championing Inclusion in Agriculture
Valent’s partnership with Agriculture Future of America (AFA) helps bridge the gap between academic study and professional careers in food, agriculture, and natural resources. AFA has provided more than 24,000 leadership development experiences to students and young professionals from over 200 colleges and universities across 42 states. In 2024, Valent sponsored the AFA Sustainability Institute , a program offering approximately 50 undergraduate students an immersive learning experience on key issues in conservation and sustainable agriculture. Valent also continued support for the AFA Plant Science Institute and Leaders Conference , providing scholarships and mentorship to help students build leadership skills and pursue careers in agriculture. In 2024, Valent employees showcased their passion for nurturing future agricultural leaders by raising funds on the AFA Day of Giving, making Valent the top contributing company based on the published campaign team fundraising pages.
Through our partnership with Minorities in Agriculture, Natural Resources and Related Sciences (MANRRS), Valent promotes inclusion in agricultural education and career pathways. In 2024, Valent once again sponsored several University of California, Davis MANRRS students to attend the society’s 39th Annual Training Conference and Career Expo, the largest event for underrepresented students pursuing agriculture and natural resources careers. We also support programs such as the AgVoices of the Future initiative in partnership with the American Soybean Association, which introduces college students to agricultural policy and advocacy at the national level.
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