Youth Heifer Program

Apply by October 16, 2026

Youth Heifer Program

Apply by October 16, 2026

Youth Heifer Application

To apply for the the 2027 Youth Heifer Program, please fill out your information below.

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Program Guidelines/Eligibility

Applicants must be a 7th or 8th grade student (as of fall of 2026) residing in Adair, Carroll, Calhoun, Guthrie, Lucas, Madison or Wayne County, Iowa. • Participant must maintain accurate records of income, expenditures and brief summary of activities and submit these records annually. • A farm operating account will be opened to manage all program-related income and expenses. Midwest Heritage will offer participants an optional $1,000 line of credit, financed at 0% interest. • Participant must pay back Midwest Heritage the market value of the bred heifers. The market value is established when the heifers are received. Payment due date is five years after heifers are received. • Must be willing to promote Midwest Heritage and the Youth Heifer Program in their community. • Deadline for application and three letters of recommendation are due by October 16, 2026. • All applicants will be notified of program selections by October 23, 2026.

Deadline for application is October 16, 2026

Applicant Information

Name*

First Last

Address*

Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code

Residing County*

Phone*

Birthdate*

Grade in School*

Email*

What activities/clubs do you participate in?

Describe your current responsibilities as it relates to your beef industry.

Why would you like to participate in this program and what do you hope to accomplish?

How would you promote Midwest Heritage and the Youth Heifer Program in your community?

How did you hear about the Youth Heifer Program? If referred by a former participant, list their name here.

Parent Information

Name*

First Last

Address*

Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code

Phone*

Email*

Describe the facilities available to the recipient if he/she were chosen for this program.

How would you support the recipient if he/she were chosen for this program?

Describe how the expenses involved in this program would be managed between you and the recipient.

How would you promote Midwest Heritage and the Youth Heifer Program in your community?

Letters of Recommendation*

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Accepted file types: jpg, pdf, png, doc, docx, Max. file size: 50 MB, Max. files: 5.

Three letters of recommendation are required to complete this application. Please attach the letters to the application. Recommendations can be from your Veterinarian, Teacher, Club Leader, etc.

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What do you gain from the Youth Heifer Program?

Start Your Herd

Start your herd with three bred heifers and watch your herd grow over the course of five years.

Agriculture Experience

Be responsible for managing the herd, including daily care, records and breeding.

Financial Literacy

Maintain accurate records of income and expenditures during the five-year time period to pay off the heifers.