By Scout Nelson
Minnesota Farm Bureau member Katie Wiese has been elected secretary of the American Farm Bureau Federation Young Farmers and Ranchers Committee during the organization’s annual convention in Anaheim. This one-year national leadership role allows her to represent young agricultural leaders from across the country.
As secretary, Wiese will help guide the work of the committee. Her responsibilities include supporting leadership development programs, encouraging policy engagement, and strengthening grassroots' advocacy efforts nationwide. The committee focuses on ensuring that young farmers and ranchers have a strong voice in national agricultural discussions.
“I am honored to serve in this role and represent Minnesota on the national level,” Wiese said. “Farm Bureau has played a pivotal role in my leadership journey, and I look forward to working with young farmers and ranchers from across the country to advocate for our industry and ensure a strong future for agriculture.”
Wiese and her husband, Dustin, manage a multi-generational Angus seedstock and cow-calf ranch along with diversified farm enterprises. Through these operations, she remains closely connected to daily agricultural practices and understands the challenges faced by modern farm families.
Beyond her farm work, Wiese has shown strong commitment to Farm Bureau leadership at both the county and state levels. She previously served on the Minnesota Farm Bureau Young Farmers and Ranchers Committee, chaired the committee in 2023, and later served on the Minnesota Farm Bureau Board of Directors. These roles helped prepare her for national leadership responsibilities.
Her leadership also extends to other agricultural organizations. Wiese has been actively involved in Minnesota Cattlewomen and has taken part in community and church leadership programs. She is well known for supporting agricultural education and advocacy. Her efforts help connect consumers with farming communities and encourage understanding of where food comes from.
The American Farm Bureau Federation Young Farmers and Ranchers Committee offers leadership development opportunities for agricultural leaders between the ages of 18 and 35. The committee works to ensure that young farmers and ranchers are represented in policy discussions at the national level.
Wiese’s election highlights the importance of young leaders who are committed to education, advocacy, and community service. Her role as secretary supports the continued growth of leadership within agriculture and helps guide the future of farming across the United States.
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