Why compete in IFAMA Student Case Competitions
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In its 21st year, IFAMA's International Student Case Competition is the ONLY global case competition specifically targeting the agribusiness sector bringing together students from around the world in a rare venue to demonstrate their analytical and problem-solving skills. The competition provides students and their universities a global stage to showcase the next generation of business leaders in the ag sector.

The Case Study Competition requires teams to work through a complex case study in four hours. Teams receive a real-world challenge, develop an innovative, practical solution, and build a presentation that communicates their perspective, analyses and recommendations to a panel of international judges.

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From Students

“It was an amazing challenge and a great experience to apply our knowledge to solve real issues. It also served as an opportunity to meet young professionals with similar interests.”

“I loved competing on a team. l learned a lot and had some interesting and complicated case studies.”

“Excellent, very inspiring and motivating.”

“I was on a team, and it was a completely invaluable experience that is rarely offered. I enjoyed the experience regardless of the results.”

“Inspiring experience, I have hope for our future.”

From Sponsors

“Investing in the next generation of agriculturists is the primary focus of CHS Corporate Citizenship and the CHS Foundation. Partnering with the colleges and universities participating in the IFAMA World Conference was an exceptional example of how CHS works on behalf of its farmer and rancher owners. Talent is a key to unlocking the potential of agribusiness globally.”     William Nelson, Former President of CHS Foundation

“IFAMA provides a mechanism for helping young people understand not only the value of their formal education but what skills are most needed to enter the job market. These skills are changing almost overnight. The responsiveness of being prepared can only be accomplished if you have both private industry and academia there talking to each other.”     Hans Johr, C-Level Advisor, Former Corp. Head of Agriculture, Nestlé, Switzerland

“IFAMA events have great students and student interactions. I see immense talent there. As the CEO of a company operating globally, it was a great chance to find some talented folks to come to work in my organization.”     Thad Simons, Former CEO of Novus International

“ISF and its supporting members are proud to support the next generation of leaders and managers in the agricultural sector. We eagerly anticipate welcoming further collaboration amongst actors and all relevant ideas and energy of talented individuals into the industry, united by a common purpose: to feed the planet sustainably.”     Ben Rivoire, Sustainability, Crop Value Chain of International Seed Federation

“This event was a great opportunity to meet with the next generation of business leaders in the agribusiness sector! It was very interesting to see all the students’ teams looking for the best solutions for the identical case. Their high skills were remarkable.”     Javier Bernabéu Durá, Sakata Managing Director of SAKATA