Fresh Perspectives Top 100 Honorees
The Farm Credit 100 Fresh Perspectives Honorees include leaders and visionaries from across the country. Selected by a distinguished panel of industry representatives, our honorees are creating the future of agriculture and rural America through their dedication and innovation.
- Top 100 Honorees
- Top 10
- Agriculture Education and Community Impact
- Beginning Farmer or Rancher Achievement
- Entrepreneurship and Innovation
- Financial Stewardship
- Leadership (21 and Up)
- Mentoring and Volunteerism
- Rural and Urban Connection
- Rural Policy Influence
- Sustainability and Natural Resources
- Youth Leadership (Under 21)
Leadership (21 and Up)

Aaron Alejandro
Wichita Falls, Texas
Leadership (21 and Up)
Jimmy Dodson
Robstown, Texas
Leadership (21 and Up)

Robert A. Easter
Mahomet, Illinois
Leadership (21 and Up)

Robert Elliott
Louisburg, North Carolina
Leadership (21 and Up)

Mathew A. Meals
Newville, Pennsylvania
Leadership (21 and Up)
Russell C. Redding
Gettysburg, Pennsylvania
Leadership (21 and Up)

Dale-Ila M. Riggs
Stephentown, New York
Leadership (21 and Up)

Kurt Stiefvater
Salem, South Dakota
Leadership (21 and Up)

Joe Tomandl III
Medford, Wisconsin
Leadership (21 and Up)

Stephanie A. Whalen
Haleiwa, Hawaii
Leadership (21 and Up)