Young Farmer Drew Wear recognized by Alabama Farmers Federation

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December 13, 2025

From left are Federation President Jimmy Parnell; Drew Wear; First South Farm Credit’s John Sport and Clay Borden; and Federation Young Farmers Division Director Hunter McBrayer. (Alfa Photo)

MONTGOMERY — Lawrence County’s Drew Wear was among the exceptional Young Farmers recognized at the Alabama Farmers Federation’s 104th annual meeting as a competitive contest season closed.

Wear took first place in the Discussion Meet following a captivating conversation on the effects of urban sprawl on farmers and forest landowners. The Discussion Meet simulates a committee meeting where participants discuss solutions to agricultural issues.

Statewide winners in Discussion Meet, Excellence in Agriculture and Outstanding Young Farm Family received prizes after besting other competitors ages 18-35 in the Alabama Young Farmers contests.

Wear, a poultry and cattle farmer in Moulton, received a four-wheeler from First South Farm Credit.

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