Wilkes County Young Farmers & Ranchers

04/23/2026

Looking for parking at MerleFest?

We are parking cars all weekend at the Farm Bureau office in front of the community college. Parking will open at 5 PM Thursday and Friday AND will be available ALL DAY Saturday and Sunday.

Please use the Venmo code upon arrival to purchase your parking 

03/25/2026

North Carolina's agricultural economic impact from feedingtheeconomy.com.

09/24/2022

Thanks to the farm women!

09/19/2022

Please be patient with farmers moving equipment!

06/15/2022

03/09/2022

It’s Ag Safety Awareness Program Week!

A shortcut can save you time, but in the
end cost you your livelihood. Do not
rush safety. Follow the proper
procedures before using any farm
equipment. It will save you money and
your life. https://bit.ly/3AZ1VMf

03/08/2022

Want to ensure the safety of you and your
livestock when transporting? Make sure to
utilize checklists and always be aware of your
surroundings. Check out for
more tips! https://bit.ly/3opB3zY
American Farm Bureau Federation

03/03/2022

The Wilkes Young Famers has scheduled a meeting for Tuesday, March 15 at 6 pm. Join us at the North Wilkesboro office to plan our events for 2022. You do NOT have to own a farm to join us. Stay after the meeting and join us for supper!

09/01/2021

Calling all 4-Hers and FFA members!

Calling all North Carolina 4-H clubs and North Carolina FFA Association chapters! Create a :30 second Tik Tok style safety video and win cash prizes!!! Details and the link to enter are below. Deadline is September 13th.
https://bit.ly/sftyvideo

06/11/2021

Please slow down if you see a tractor!

04/20/2021

The Wilkes YFR Committee will meet tonight at 5:30 pm in the basement of the North Wilkesboro office. Any and all young people interested in agriculture are welcome to attend - drop us a note below if you plan to meet with us!