The Future Watermelon Farm Leaders (FWFL) program is a cornerstone of our efforts in shaping the future of our industry. The FWFL program is the result of identifying and nurturing the next generation of growers and packers who will lead the industry and our Association into the future. These emerging leaders bring fresh perspectives, energy, and innovative ideas essential for addressing the challenges of a growing global population, sustaining family farms, and providing the nourishing food crucial for feeding the world.
Experienced leadership remains vital in every business, and agriculture is no exception. Our responsibility is to pave a sustainable path forward by fostering a continuous pipeline of new leaders. These leaders contribute fresh perspectives and innovative ideas and inject energy and drive, enabling them to seize new opportunities and propel our industry to greater heights. The National Watermelon Association is dedicated to the industry's future and empowers our Future Watermelon Farm Leaders with firsthand experiences, leadership opportunities, and a supportive community of their peers.
Zachary Collins
Laurel, DE
Class V
Garrett Howell
Goldsboro, NC
Class II
Joshua Moore
Turkey, NC
Class I
Kevin Page
Godwin, NC
Class I
Jared Wiggins
Center, TX
Class III
Rob Gibson
Vero Beach, FL
Class II
Jacob Horrall
Oaktown, IN
Class V
Kitt Moore
Barnwell, SC
Class III
Matthew Singletary
Alva, FL
Class I
Jesse Wiggins
Center, TX
Class I
Rob Glover
Bailey, NC
Class II
Haley Keenan
Laurel, DE
Class III
Brady Mouzin
Vincennes, IN
Class III
Dalton Borders
Edinburg, TX
Class VI
Jonah Vincent
Laurel, DE
Class IV
Blake Mouzin
Vincennes, IN
Class VI
Bailey Leger
Cordele, GA
Class VII