Since 2006, the International Federation of Agricultural Journalists (IFAJ) and Alltech, a global leader in agriculture and animal nutrition, have partnered to support the Young Leaders in Agricultural Journalism Awards that recognize the leadership potential of young members (under 35 years of age). As young agricultural journalists and communicators, they have the important role of sharing the stories of agriculture with the world.
IFAJ and Alltech offer 10 scholarship opportunities to attend the IFAJ Congress, held this year in Nairobi, Kenya, in October. The winners also participate in a unique professional development workshop immediately prior to the IFAJ Congress. The workshop emphasizes reporting skills and leadership training and includes agriculture tours.
The 2025 IFAJ/Alltech Young Leaders include:
- Aizhan Rymbayeva, Kazakhstan and Türkiye
- Ben Eagle, United Kingdom
- Chelsea Dinterman, United States of America
- Johanna Fry, Germany
- Juliet Akoth, Kenya
- Keira Miller, Canada
- Luíza Cardoso,Brazil
- Nukanah Kollie, Liberia
- Rodrigo Bonazzola, Argentina
- Victoria Ellis, Australia
“For twenty years, Alltech and IFAJ have worked together to identify those who have the leadership potential to develop not only themselves, but the profession of agricultural journalism and communication as a whole,” said Adrian Bell, IFAJ secretary general. “These ten Young Leaders will, like other YL alumni, become tomorrow’s leaders and influencers, continuing IFAJ’s mission to support and expand a vibrant, professional and well-skilled agricultural journalism sector to an ever-increasing number of countries.”
"Alltech has partnered with IFAJ since 2005 to support the Young Leader program for promising agricultural journalists and communicators,” said Jenn Norrie, Alltech’s communications manager for North America and Europe. “Not only does it hone the skills of their trade, but it also provides leadership and networking opportunities to contribute to their growth and development. The opportunity to connect with these young leaders early in their careers has been significant. Alltech is proud to support IFAJ and the agricultural journalists and communicators who give voice to farmers and producers, ensuring that stories of agriculture and food continue to be told around the world.”
For more information on IFAJ and the Young Leaders program, visit www.ifaj.org. For more on Alltech, visit www.alltech.com.
About Alltech:
Founded in 1980 by Irish entrepreneur and scientist Dr. Pearse Lyons, Alltech delivers smarter, more sustainable solutions for agriculture. Our diverse portfolio of products and services improves the health and performance of animals and plants, resulting in better nutrition for all and a decreased environmental impact.
We are a global leader in the agriculture industry. Our team produces specialty ingredients, premix, supplements, feed and biologicals, backed by science and an unparalleled platform of services.
Strengthened by more than 40 years of scientific research, we carry forward a legacy of innovation and a unique culture that views challenges through an entrepreneurial lens. As a private, family-owned company, we adapt quickly to our customers’ needs and focus on advanced innovation.
We believe agriculture has the greatest potential to shape the future of our planet. Our more than 5,000 talented team members worldwide share our purpose of Working Together for a Planet of Plenty®. Together, we can provide nutrition for all, revitalize local economies and replenish the planet’s natural resources.
Headquartered just outside of Lexington, Kentucky, USA, Alltech serves customers in more than 140 countries, has five bioscience centers, and operates more than 75 manufacturing facilities across the globe.
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About IFAJ:
The International Federation of Agricultural Journalists represents more than 5,000 agricultural journalists and communicators in 56 countries who are members of professional guilds that support freedom of the press. These communicators focus on sharing new technologies and information relevant to the agricultural industry. IFAJ members come from all disciplines of journalism and communication and IFAJ gives agricultural journalists and communicators a platform for professional development and international networking.
