January 23-25, 2026
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott
7100 Stone Ridge Drive, Weston, WI 54476

The Outstanding Young Farmer Program began in 1954 as a National Priority program for the U.S. Jaycees. Wisconsin's first winner was named in 1952 and 70 state programs have been held since. Wisconsin has had 24 winners on the national level over the years.

Tyler Baudhuin & Lucy Wiese, Sturgeon Bay, WI

Perry & Cassandra Baeten, 1st Runner Up; Tyler Baudhuin & Lucy Wiese, Winner, Derrick & Miranda Nelson, Speak Up for Ag Winner and 2nd Runner Up

For Immediate Release - Winners 2026 »

Lindsay & Eric Baneck Named National Outstanding Young Farmer Finalists »