05/13/2026
Congratulations to CCFB President Heberling on his selection to participate in the American Farm Bureau Federation’s 13th Partners in Advocacy Leadership (PAL) class!
Mathew is one of 10 agricultural leaders from across the country chosen for the two-year leadership development program, which helps Farm Bureau members strengthen their advocacy skills and become more effective voices for agriculture in their communities, organizations and government.
Members of the class include agriculturalists from Alabama, Colorado, Illinois, Indiana, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Mississippi, North Carolina and Utah. Mathew is the first to represent Illinois since 2014! Congratulations again Mathew and good luck!
AFBF's Partners in Leadership training is designed to develop specific advocacy skills.