Advancing Georgia’s Leaders in Agriculture, Forestry, and Veterinary Medicine

AGL Alumni Weekend
2024-03-22 10:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
AGL Class 2025-2026 Institute V

For the first time in program history, AGL is hosting an alumni weekend in coordination with the AGL Class of 2022-2024 Graduation! Above, you will find information about everything this weekend has to offer you as an alumni and industry leader. We hope to see you take full advantage of the learning and connection this weekend provides!

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Graduation - Leadership Lessons Learned through AGL and Beyond
2024-03-23 09:00 - 12:00 | Georgian Hall, 247 E Washington St Unit 103, Athens, Georgia, 30601, United States

Ask About AGL with Lanie Riner
2024-05-28 10:00 - 10:30
“Ask About AGL” is a meeting where potential applicants can connect with us to learn more about the program curriculum, the nomination, and the application process. This session will be hosted with Lanie Riner (AGL ’17), Executive Director of the Georgia Green Industry Association.

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AGL Blueberry Field Day
2024-05-31 09:00 - 14:30 | Southern Press & Packaging, 1865 Peacock Dairy Rd, Blackshear, Georgia, 31516
On May 31st, it’s all about Georgia’s #1 fruit! At AGL’s Georgia Blueberry Field Day, we will highlight the production, research, marketing, and promotion of Georgia blueberries. All AGL & AgriLeaders alumni and their guests are welcome to participate!

We have a stellar line-up of expert speakers, demonstrations, and tours that cover a blueberry’s journey from bush to bowl 🫐

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Nominations & Application Open
2024-06-01 08:00 - 17:00
Nominations and applications for the AGL Class of 2025-2026 open on June 1 and will be accepted through July 31! Applicants are asked to hold September 12 for Selection Day at Georgia Farm Bureau in Macon, GA.

You can click here to be notified when nominations open for the AGL Class of 2025-2026.

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Ask About AGL with Lindy Savelle
2024-06-10 12:00 - 12:30
Add description here.“Ask About AGL” is a meeting where potential applicants can connect with us to learn more about the program curriculum, the nomination, and the application process. This session will be hosted by Lindy Savelle (AGL ’19), Owner of JoNina Farm.

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Expanding our Reach: Exploring Scotland
2024-06-19 - 2024-06-29

Ask About AGL with Matt Hestad
2024-07-02 09:00 - 09:30
“Ask About AGL” is a meeting where potential applicants can connect with us to learn more about the program curriculum, the nomination, and the application process. This session will be hosted by Matt Hestad (AGL ’21), Vice President of Engagement for the Georgia Forestry Association.

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Ask About AGL with Andy Paul
2024-07-29 14:00 - 15:00
“Ask About AGL” is a meeting where potential applicants can connect with us to learn more about the program curriculum, the nomination, and the application process. This session will be hosted with Andy Paul (AGL ’24), Public Relations Representative for Georgia EMC.

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Athens, GA

AGL Class 2025-2026 Selection Day
2024-09-12 08:00 - 13:00 | Georgia Farm Bureau, 1620 Bass Rd, Macon, Georgia, 31210, United States
AGL Class 2025-2026 Institute V

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Leadership Idaho Agriculture to Georgia
2024-09-21 08:00 - 2024-09-27 17:00 | Moses Pecan, 575 Conner Rd., Uvalda, Georgia, 30473, United States
AGL Class 2025-2026 Institute V

Leadership Idaho Agriculture (LIA) is Idaho’s state-based leadership development program and is a part of the International Association for Programs of Agricultural Leaders. LIA has chosen Georgia as its state exchange and has worked closely with AGL to organize a week-long field study tour showcasing many of Georgia’s top commodities.

We hope you will join us as Arren and Taylor Moses (AGL ’19 & ’24) host a social for all AGL and AgriLeaders alumni to connect with agriculture leaders across Idaho on Tuesday, September 24, at Moses Pecan!

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Leadership Idaho Agriculture & AGL Social
2024-09-24 18:00 - 20:00 | Moses Pecan, 575 Conner Rd., Uvalda, Georgia, 30473, United States
AGL Class 2025-2026 Institute V

AGL and AgriLeaders, please join us in welcoming Leadership Idaho Agriculture on their state exchange to Georgia! LIA will spend a week traveling through South Georgia on educational tours and learning about many of Georgia’s top commodities.

Arren and Taylor Moses (AGL ’19 & ’24) are hosting a social for all AGL and AgriLeaders alumni to connect with agriculture leaders across Idaho. This is a unique opportunity to collaborate and network with folks who have gone through a similar experience as yours in AGL, so we hope to see you there!

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AGL Lemonade & Leadership Social
2024-10-16 14:00 - 17:00 | Sunbelt Ag Expo, 290-G Harper Blvd, Moultrie, Georgia, 31788, United States
AGL Lemonade & Leadership Social

All AGL and AgriLeaders Alumni and friends are welcome to join us for our annual Lemonade & Leadership Social on the back porch of the UGA Building at the Sunbelt Ag Expo! See you there on Wednesday at 2pm 🍋

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AGL Citrus Field Day
2024-11-15 00:00 - 23:59
AGL Class 2025-2026 Institute V

Please save the date for AGL’s Citrus Field Day hosted at Georgia Grown Citrus in Ochlocknee, Georgia! More information to come.

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AGL Class 2025-2026 Institute I
2025-02-04 00:00 - 2025-02-07 23:59 | Athens, GA
AGL Class 2025-2026 Institute V

Accepting the Challenge: Personal Leadership Development in the Classic City

February 4-7, 2025Athens, Georgia

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AGL Alumni Networking Social
2025-02-05 17:30 - 19:30 | Creature Comforts Brewery, Athens, Georgia, 30601
AGL Class 2025-2026 Institute V

We are excited to invite all of our AGL & AgriLeaders Alumni + guests to welcome the newest cohort of AGL to our network! AGL will host a networking social during the Class 2025-2026 Institute I in Athens on Wednesday, February 5th, at Creature Comforts Brewery, 5:30pm – 7:30pm. There will be a drawing for a camo AGL leather patch hat giveaway for those in attendance!

This is a free event, but we ask that you please register so that we can expect you. We look forward to seeing you there!

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AGL Class 2025-2026 Institute II
2025-04-01 00:00 - 2025-04-03 23:59
AGL Class 2025-2026 Institute V

Boots on the Ground, Eyes on the Horizon:Understanding Georgia’s Emerging & Existing Markets

April 1-3, 2025Northwest Georgia

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AGL Class 2025-2026 Institute III
2025-06-02 00:00 - 2025-06-05 23:59 | Southeast Georgia
AGL Class 2025-2026 Institute V

It’s All About the Journey:Production, Transportation, & Coastal Explorations

June 2-5, 2025Southeast Georgia

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AGL Peach Field Day
2025-06-27 09:30 - 13:30
AGL Class 2025-2026 Institute V

AGL is excited to host a Peach Field Day at Pearson Farms in Fort Valley, GA! Come learn about all this sweet crop has to offer as we tour the orchards, explore the packing shed, and hear from partners of Georgia’s peach industry from UGA Extension and more. Register below today!

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Thank you to Kroger for sponsoring AGL’s Peach Field Day! Their support provides another opportunity for our alumni and guests to dive into specific content areas of Georgia agriculture.

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Lunch is included!

AGL Field & Forest Clay Classic
2025-08-14 11:30 - 16:00
AGL Class 2025-2026 Institute V

AGL is excited to host its inaugural Field & Forest Clay Classic, benefiting the sustainability and longevity of the AGL program! Please hold Thursday, August 14, for this event taking place at Meadows Clay Sports in Forsyth, GA. Please click the registration button below to check out what is included in your registration!

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Multi-level sponsorships are available! If you or your company is interested in sponsoring this event, please click the sponsorship button below, or get in touch with one of the following committee members:Whitney Murphy (whitney.murphy@corteva.com)Jed DeZelle (Jdezelle@westervelt.com)Katie Fife (katiefife4@uga.edu)

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Thank you to our sponsors of the AGL Field & Forest Clay Classic!

Lunch Sponsors: Georgia Forestry Association & Georgia Forestry Foundation

Awards Sponsor: Sanders Logging, Inc.

AGL Class 2025-2026 Institute IV
2025-09-09 00:00 - 2025-09-11 23:59
AGL Class 2025-2026 Institute V

Into the Woods & Into the Fields:Blazing a Trail for Agriculture & Forestry

September 9-11, 2025Southwest Georgia

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AGL Lemonade & Leadership Social
2025-10-15 14:00 - 16:00
AGL Class 2025-2026 Institute V

AGL Lemonade & Leadership Social

All AGL and AgriLeaders Alumni and friends are welcome to join us for our annual Lemonade & Leadership Social on the back porch of the UGA Building at the Sunbelt Ag Expo! See you there on Wednesday at 2pm 🍋

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AGL Fall Forum
2025-11-12 10:00 - 2025-11-13 16:00
AGL Class 2025-2026 Institute V

AGL is delighted to host our first-ever Alumni Fall Forum event! This two-day professional development experience is designed to deepen your leadership capacity and expand your professional network. Each alumnus is invited to bring one guest, making this a unique opportunity to share the AGL experience with a colleague or peer.

Day 1 will feature the EQ-i 2.0 assessment, facilitated by certified practitioners Drs. Lauren L. Griffeth and Katie Chapman, where you will gain personalized insights into your emotional intelligence and practical tools to strengthen your leadership effectiveness.

Day 2 will take us into the field for curated tours and site visits, highlighting entrepreneurship, leadership, and impact in action across the region. There will also be a policy update in concert with the Georgia Agribusiness Council as we approach the upcoming legislative session.

Your registration fee includes the EQ-i 2.0 assessment, group results facilitation, one hour of personalized coaching, tours, and two lunches. Lodging and transportation are not included. Registration is limited to 25 participants and is available on a first-come, first-served basis, so be sure to reserve your spot!

This event is exclusively for AGL alumni, current class members, and their guests, and promises to be a powerful combination of learning and connection.

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AGL Class 2025-2026 Institute V
2026-02-02 00:00 - 2026-02-05 23:59
AGL Class 2025-2026 Institute V

Effective Communication:State Government, Economic Development, & Innovation

February 2-5, 2026Atlanta, GA

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AGL Class 2025-2026 Institute VI
2026-04-15 00:00 - 2026-04-30 23:59
AGL Class 2025-2026 Institute V

Exploring Different Perspectives

ItalyLate April 2026

(Exact dates TBA)

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AGL Class 2025-2026 Institute VII
2026-09-06 00:00 - 2026-09-10 23:59
AGL Class 2025-2026 Institute V

Local Pastures to our Federal Political Process:Legislative Advocacy within our Nation’s Capitol

September 6-10, 2026Washington, DC

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AGL Class 2025-2026 Institute VIII
2026-11-11 00:00 - 2026-11-13 23:59
AGL Class 2025-2026 Institute V

Completing the Challenge:Living Your Leadership Legacy through Graduation & Beyond

November 11-13, 2026Athens, GA

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