Request For Applications: AgriChampions

Issue Date: October 7, 2025

Due Date for Questions: December 7, 2025 

Closing Date: December 7, 2025

RFP No: CNFA-AGCO-2025-001

Place of Performance: United States, remote

Background: 

The AGCO Foundation Youth AgriChampion Program, led by Cultivating New Frontiers in Agriculture (CNFA), will develop the next generation of U.S. agricultural leaders by supporting young farmers and food system entrepreneurs. Ten AgriChampions (ages 18-40) will be selected based on their innovative approach, solution, or project idea in digital agriculture, climate-resilient agriculture, or food innovation. Selected AgriChampions will receive tailored mentorship, participate in an in-person workshop and virtual Leadership Program, and access to a $45,000 seed grant pool to launch or scale sustainable innovations (with individual grants ranging from $1,000 -$6,000). Over twelve months, AgriChampions will implement their projects with ongoing mentorship and feedback, leveraging new skills and resources to expand their innovations and achieve measurable results in their farms, businesses, or communities. This application is for interested applicants to join the Year 1 cohort of AgriChampions (October 2025 – September 2026).

Instructions and Requirements for Submissions of Applications: 

Applications received after the specified deadline will be considered late and will be considered only at the discretion of CNFA. Applications will only be accepted in English. Applications will only be accepted via email to agrichampions@cnfa.org. Applicants are additionally instructed to: 

• Provide the submitted Application Form (Attachment A) and the applicant’s resume/CV in Word or PDF format. 
• Submit typed applications when possible. Handwritten applications will be accepted, but they must be neat and legible in order to be considered.  
• Include “AgriChampion Application” in the email subject line. 

Completed applications must include both the Application Form (Attachment A) and the applicant’s resume/CV.