Thank you for taking the time to recommend a candidate for the Illinois Agricultural Leadership Program. As you know, identifying and developing leaders within the industry is our primary mission and your help is greatly appreciated. The leadership program is open to persons, age 25 to 49, who are actively engaged in some facet of agriculture in Illinois. We will send our newsletter and other information to the person you recommend and will notify them when applications are being accepted. By submitting a recommendation, there is no commitment for the person to apply to the program. You may recommend yourself or someone you know who demonstrates leadership qualities. Applications for our next class are available now. The deadline for the Class of 2027 is March 1, 2025.
Please note: This form is only for those persons submitting a name for the program. If you have been asked to submit a recommendation for someone who has applied for the program please contact the applicant for the recommendation form used for the process.
Please click HERE to recommend a candidate.