Learn the processes of organizational decision making and the role of political institutions. Acquire a greater appreciation of how agriculture must interact with society as a whole. Develop skills necessary for leadership at local, state and national levels and to put those skills into practice. Meetings with leaders of government and business complement seminars on local, state and national issues. During the first year, TALL participants travel to another state and to Washington, D.C. for direct exposure to the varied social and economic conditions impacting agriculture.
International study is the highlight of the program's second year.
The tour focuses on international communications, ecology, government policy, economics, social problems and educational opportunity. Participants return with greater insights into global agriculture's problems and challenges. Funding for this program is provided by the generous gifts and contributions of many individuals, organizations and foundations.