Celebrating Veteran Farmers and the 2026 Veteran Farmer Award of Excellence Winner

We’re honored to recognize Retired Army Command Sargent Major Matthew Rutter for his dedicated service to our nation and his continued leadership in agriculture and community engagement with the American Farm Bureau Federation's Veteran Farmer Award of Excellence sponsored by Farm Credit. Veterans and active-duty service members make tremendous sacrifices to protect our freedoms. It’s a privilege to spotlight their vital contributions to American agriculture. Please join us to hear Matthew's story and to celebrate veteran farmers across the U.S.

Speakers:

Sgt. Maj. Rutter, Founder of Project Victory Gardens and Award Recipient

Moderator: Logan Yearsley, Director of Member Engagement, AFBF