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Alachua County Farm Bureau Young Farmers & Ranchers YF&R is a premier leadership and networking organization designed for ag professionals between the ages of 18 and 35. IG:

The program empowers the next generation of agricultural leaders to advocate for the industry and engage with their communities. Alachua County Farm Bureau Federation Young Farmers and Ranchers program includes both men and women between the ages of 18-35. The objective of the Young Farmers and Ranchers program is to provide leadership in building a more effective Farm Bureau to preserve our individual freedoms and expand our opportunities in agriculture.

We had a great tour at Tropic Traditions last night, learning all about wholesale nurseries and the intricacies of how t...
09/18/2026

We had a great tour at Tropic Traditions last night, learning all about wholesale nurseries and the intricacies of how things get to market.

Thank you Mr. Jim and Tropic Traditions for hosting us and .collegiatefarmbureau

Good company, insider ag knowledge, and a chance to score some RTIC gear—sounds like a pretty solid Thursday evening to ...
09/16/2026

Good company, insider ag knowledge, and a chance to score some RTIC gear—sounds like a pretty solid Thursday evening to us! 🌿

Join Alachua County Young Farmers & Ranchers and UF Collegiate Farm Bureau tomorrow, September 17th at 5:30 PM at Tropic Traditions in Newberry for a private walking tour with Mr. Jim Fleming. Bring a new member with you and get entered into our giveaway!

📍 Tropic Traditions, 21585 West Newberry Road, Newberry FL 32669
📅 September 17th @ 5:30 PM

Tag your event buddy in the comments below 👇

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Scale, strategy, and a whole lot of green thumbs. That’s what it takes to run a wholesale nursery operation like Tropic ...
09/15/2026

Scale, strategy, and a whole lot of green thumbs. That’s what it takes to run a wholesale nursery operation like Tropic Traditions in Newberry.

On Thursday, September 17th at 5:30 PM, Alachua County Young Farmers & Ranchers and UF Collegiate Farm Bureau are heading out for an exclusive, joint behind-the-scenes tour! We’ll be walking the grounds with Mr. Jim Fleming, learning about commercial propagation, greenhouse management, and what it really looks like behind the scenes of wholesale agriculture. Whether you're looking to expand your agricultural knowledge or just want to see how a massive local operation runs, this is an evening you don't want to miss.

🎁 Bonus perk: Bring a brand-new member along with you to the tour and you'll be automatically entered to win some sweet RTIC gear! 🎒✨

📍 Where: Tropic Traditions, 21585 West Newberry Road, Newberry FL 32669
⏰ When: Thursday, September 17th @ 5:30 PM

Save this post, text a friend, and meet us on the farm 🔖

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"I’m not a full-time farmer... can I still come?" Yes, absolutely! 🌿 One of the most common questions we get asked is: ...
09/14/2026

"I’m not a full-time farmer... can I still come?" Yes, absolutely! 🌿

One of the most common questions we get asked is: Do I have to own a farm or ranch to join Alachua County Young Farmers & Ranchers?

The answer is a resounding no! Whether you’re studying ag at UF, working in an allied agricultural business, teaching local youth, or simply passionate about supporting Florida food and farming, you belong right here with us. Agriculture is a massive web, and every single part of it matters.

On Thursday, September 17th at 5:30 PM, we're coming together for an incredible evening at Tropic Traditions in Newberry. We’ll get a private walking tour of the greenhouses and learn all about wholesale production and propagation straight from Mr. Jim Fleming.

🎁 Bonus incentive: Bring a brand-new member along with you to the tour and you'll be automatically entered to win some sweet RTIC gear! 🎒✨

📍 Where: Tropic Traditions, 21585 West Newberry Road, Newberry FL 32669
⏰ When: September 17th @ 5:30 PM

Tag a friend who needs to check out this tour and make plans to join us 👇

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Get ready to geek out over plants, greenhouses, and wholesale operations! 🌿 Join Alachua County Young Farmers & Ranchers...
09/12/2026

Get ready to geek out over plants, greenhouses, and wholesale operations! 🌿

Join Alachua County Young Farmers & Ranchers and UF Collegiate Farm Bureau on Thursday, September 17th at 5:30 PM at Tropic Traditions in Newberry for an exclusive tour with Mr. Jim Fleming. Learn about propagation, connect with other young ag professionals, and bring a new member to enter our giveaway for awesome RTIC gear!

📍 Tropic Traditions, 21585 West Newberry Road, Newberry FL 32669
📅 September 17th @ 5:30 PM

Drop a 🌱 in the comments if you're coming!

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You don’t have to do agriculture alone. Come find your people on September 17th 🌿One of the hardest parts of working or ...
09/11/2026

You don’t have to do agriculture alone. Come find your people on September 17th 🌿

One of the hardest parts of working or studying in agriculture can be feeling isolated—balancing busy schedules, farm life, and career building. That’s why we built this community. On Thursday, September 17th at 5:30 PM, Alachua County Young Farmers & Ranchers and UF Collegiate Farm Bureau are teaming up for an incredible evening at Tropic Traditions in Newberry.

We’ll get a private walking tour of the greenhouses and learn all about commercial propagation from Mr. Jim Fleming. It’s part education, part networking, and entirely about growing together.

🎁 The Giveaway Perk: Bring a new member with you to the tour and you’ll automatically be entered to win some premium RTIC gear!

📍 Where: Tropic Traditions, 21585 West Newberry Road, Newberry FL 32669
⏰ When: September 17th @ 5:30 PM

Save this post, text a friend, and meet us there 🔖

collegiatefarmbureau

Join us on Thursday, September 17th at 5:30 PM at Tropic Traditions in Newberry for an exclusive insider tour with Mr. J...
09/09/2026

Join us on Thursday, September 17th at 5:30 PM at Tropic Traditions in Newberry for an exclusive insider tour with Mr. Jim Fleming. We'll be walking his greenhouses, learning propagation secrets, and hanging out with our ag family.

Pro tip: Bring a new member along and score an entry to win some awesome RTIC gear! 🎒✨

📍 Tropic Traditions, 21585 West Newberry Road, Newberry FL 32669
📅 Sept 17 @ 5:30 PM

Tag your favorite ag buddy in the comments below 👇

collegiatefarmbureau

POV: You finally found your people in local agriculture. 💚Let’s be real—working or studying in ag can sometimes feel a b...
09/07/2026

POV: You finally found your people in local agriculture. 💚

Let’s be real—working or studying in ag can sometimes feel a bit isolating. Balancing classes, farm life, and career goals is no joke. That is exactly why Alachua County YF&R and UF Collegiate Farm Bureau exist: to make sure you never have to do it alone.

On Thursday, September 17th at 5:30 PM, we’re gathering for an incredible behind-the-scenes nursery tour at Tropic Traditions in Newberry. We’ll hear from Mr. Jim Fleming, walk through active wholesale greenhouses, talk propagation, and catch up with other young adults who truly "get it".

Come for the plants, stay for the ag fellowship. And hey—bring a friend who is new to our community, and you’ll get scored an entry into our drawing for some sweet RTIC gear! 🎒

Tag your ag bestie below who needs a Thursday evening out! 👇

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Bring a friend, score some RTIC gear, and spend your Thursday evening surrounded by people who love agriculture as much ...
09/06/2026

Bring a friend, score some RTIC gear, and spend your Thursday evening surrounded by people who love agriculture as much as you do 🚜💚

Good people, great views, and a behind-the-scenes nursery tour—what more could you ask for? 🌿

Mark your calendars for Thursday, September 17th at 5:30 PM because Alachua County Young Farmers & Ranchers and UF Collegiate Farm Bureau are heading to Tropic Traditions in Newberry! We’ll get a private walking tour of the nursery and greenhouses with Mr. Jim Fleming, learning everything from propagation to wholesale operations across his three local farm locations.

🎁 Bonus perk: Bring a new member along with you to the tour and you’ll be automatically entered for a chance to win some sweet RTIC gear! Agriculture is better when we grow together, so text a friend, bring a colleague, and come hang out with your ag family.

📍 Location: 21585 West Newberry Road, Newberry FL 32669
⏰ Time: September 17th @ 5:30 PM

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Walk greenhouses, learn propagation secrets, and connect with people who actually "get" farm life. 🌱We’re getting an exc...
09/04/2026

Walk greenhouses, learn propagation secrets, and connect with people who actually "get" farm life. 🌱

We’re getting an exclusive look this month, and you’re invited! Join us on Thursday, September 17th at 5:30 PM at Tropic Traditions in Newberry for an incredible behind-the-scenes nursery tour hosted jointly by Alachua County Young Farmers & Ranchers and UF Collegiate Farm Bureau.

We’ll be walking the grounds and hearing straight from Mr. Jim Fleming! He’ll be walking us through his greenhouses, teaching us about propagation, and sharing what it really takes to run a wholesale-scale nursery.

Whether you're studying ag, working in the industry, or just passionate about local food and farming, you belong here. Plus, bring a brand-new member with you to our event and you'll be entered to win some awesome RTIC gear! 🎒✨

📍 Where: 21585 West Newberry Road, Newberry FL 32669
📅 When: Thursday, September 17th @ 5:30 PM



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