District 17 Discussion Meet

On Tuesday, August 5, 2025, two members of the Franklin County Young Leaders Committee competed in the District 17 Discussion Meet in Albion, IL.  There were six total competitors.
Topics of discussion included ways Farm Bureau can assist in a seamless farm transition plan and how farmers can overcome the significant challenges of urban sprawl.
Derek Sample, Franklin county, placed first, Michael Browning, Franklin county, placed second, Seth Root, Edwards county, placed third and Alex Paul, Wayne county, is the state alternate.