Partnership empowers future agribusiness leaders

With the goal of strengthening youth leadership in the agricultural sector, focusing on innovation and sustainability, the Academy of Young Leaders in Agriculture – a result of the partnership between Bayer and the Faeg-Senar System (GO) – has already trained more than 100 talents, consolidating the company's commitment to the development and succession of new generations and leaders in agribusiness. 

In its 5th edition, the Academy went beyond professional qualification, promoting personal development, leadership, and a sense of purpose among participants, preparing them to lead a more collaborative, innovative agribusiness aligned with the demands of the future. Participation in the competition is exclusive to members enrolled in groups of the Faeg Jovem Program. In this edition, the program received more than 200 applications from its network members, which brings together approximately 2.500 members distributed across 195 groups throughout the state of Goiás. After a rigorous selection process, six young people were selected and recognized for the ceremony held at Bayer's headquarters in São Paulo. 

For Francila Calica, Director of Agricultural Affairs and Sustainability Latam at Bayer, the initiative represents a milestone in the training of rural leaders in Goiás. “Our focus is to offer young people more tools so they can be protagonists in their regions, promoting real changes in agriculture and inspiring new generations. The partnership with the Faeg-Senar System (GO) has been essential to expand the program's reach and bring participants closer to the market,” she emphasizes. 

The impact of the academy is seen in the testimonials of participants in this edition, such as Átila Prado, an agricultural engineer from Goiânia, and Lavinia Roma, a veterinary medicine student at the Instituto Federal Goiano. “The Academy made me understand the purpose of my actions, develop interpersonal relationships, and feel gratitude for achieving something I always dreamed of. It's an open door to even greater opportunities,” says Átila. Lavinia adds: “The experience exceeded all expectations. I learned to deal with challenges, believe in my potential, and realize that I can contribute significantly to agriculture.” 

According to Murilo Borges de Almeida, Bayer's technical sales representative for soybeans and one of those responsible for the initiative, the program prioritizes human development, going far beyond technical training. “We wanted young people to learn to communicate, lead, solve problems, and make purposeful decisions. The most important thing is to transform each participant, strengthening essential skills to lead the agriculture of the future,” he explains.

The recognition ceremony for the 5th edition was held at Bayer's headquarters in São Paulo, honoring months of learning, mentorship, and challenges. The expectation is that these young leaders will return to their communities as agents of transformation, applying the knowledge acquired to drive a more innovative and sustainable agribusiness, and inspiring a new generation of professionals in the field.