Growing People Who Grow Potatoes.
Supporting the cultivation of future leaders through life-changing experiences
Current Programs and Events
The Potato Industry Leadership Institute brings together outstanding potato growers and industry representatives for eight training and professional development days. The annual program is held in February with activities in a potato-growing region and Washington, D.C.
Participants will receive an overview of the local and national potato industry, including some of the challenges and issues beyond the production sector along with tours of local agricultural businesses.
The 2024 Leadership Institute will be held February 21 - March 2, 2024, beginning in the state of Idaho and ending in Washington, D.C.
Registration for the 2024 program will open in August 2023.
For questions about the program email us at info@pleaf.org.
The Potato Leadership, Education and Advancement Foundation (Potato LEAF) will award a $10,000 academic scholarship to one graduate-level student conducting research for the benefit of the potato industry. The winner is selected based on a number of criteria, including academic achievement, leadership abilities, potato-related areas of graduate study, benefit to the U.S. potato industry/commercial value, extracurricular activities, and grades.
To apply, follow the link to download and submit all required materials. Applications will not be accepted after 11:59 pm EST on June 16, 2023.
For questions about the program email us at info@pleaf.org.
