Nebraska LEAD Program Opens Applications for 45th Cohort to Develop Agricultural Leaders
The Nebraska LEAD (Leadership Education/Action Development) Program is now accepting applications for its 45th cohort, with a deadline set for June 15, 2026. This program is designed to cultivate leadership skills among individuals involved in production agriculture, agribusiness, or related fields. Participants, known as Nebraska LEAD Fellows, will engage in a two-year immersive experience that includes dynamic seminars, in-state and national study travel, and an international study seminar. The program aims to equip emerging leaders with the skills and perspectives necessary to address the complex challenges facing agriculture and rural communities in Nebraska and beyond. According to Kurtis Harms, the program director, the initiative seeks individuals who are ready to grow both personally and professionally while making a significant impact in their communities and industries. 
