OUR HISTORY

Founded in 2002 under the leadership of Leonard L. Slade. This 501 (c) 3 organization was set-up to provide financial support for the development of understanding and teaching of agriculture in the classroom.  Elementary, secondary and post-secondary education is provided primarily in Alabama through training programs for teachers, educational programs for students, book reviews, and grants to individuals and organizations for agricultural purposes.

“It’s an exciting time for Agriculture” according to Jerry Parham when he addressed the newly elected Board of Directors for the Alabama Foundation For Agriculture.  Through the Foundation we’re going to provide the best possible educational tools to our teachers and the general public enabling them to tell the story of Agriculture/farming across the state.”

Educational efforts through the Foundation will be coordinated with current programs within the state and on the national level. Partnering with existing organizations increases our resources and enables us to reach a broader area of clientele.

Executive Committee:

• Jerry H. Parham- Reform, AL
• Danny B. McWilliams- Tuscumbia, AL
• Mike Clay- Russellville, AL
• Leonard Slade- Cullman, AL