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Outstanding Farmers of America announced that Adam and Amanda Bunker of Sheridan have been named finalists for the 2026 National Outstanding Young Farmer of America Award. Adam is the Operations Manager of Papa Joe’s Produce in Sheridan and Amanda is the Office Manager.
Nominations were submitted from across the United States by a nationwide network of county extension agents with the National Association of County Extension Agents, as well as members of Outstanding Farmers of America, former award winners, and agricultural industry professionals. Nominations may be submitted by anyone, and while multiple nominations from a single state are allowed, no more than two finalists may represent any one state.
Eligible nominees must be between the ages of 21 and 40, not turning 41 prior to January 1, must be active farm operators, and must derive at least two-thirds of their income from farming. Nominees are evaluated based on progress in their agricultural careers, soil and water conservation practices, and contributions to their communities, states, and the nation.
All 10 finalists have been invited to the 2026 Outstanding Farmers of America Convention in Hershey, Pennsylvania February 4-7. During the convention, finalists will participate in in-person interviews to determine four honorees who will be named the National Outstanding Young Farmers of the Year for 2026. Winners will be announced during the final banquet on Saturday, February 7.
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Last modified: January 9, 2026