 Farmers and ranchers from across the state have gathered in Bemidji this weekend to explore leadership opportunities and to see others living their lives and accomplishing their goals. The Minnesota Farm Bureau Federation Leadership Conference has brought over 200 farmers and ranchers to the Samford Centers Convention Center. Members say it's a great way to learn from their peers and go back home to apply all that they have learned. It's a networking opportunity for young farmers and ranchers to come together and talk about their farm operation and what works and what doesn't work. Some of the events include a small breakout group, discussions, and tours of area farms. Even young farmers and ranchers are in attendance, some that are taking over the family farm and others that are starting out from scratch. Our target is kind of to get those young farmers kind of a good jump start off the ground, a good networking opportunity to network with the people who are going through the same challenges of starting a business or taking over a business in the state. The Minnesota Farm Bureau Convention wraps up tomorrow with workshops and roundtable discussions.