2026 Delaware County Farm Bureau scholarship recipients

Each year, the Delaware County Farm Bureau proudly establishes a scholarship fund to support the academic journeys of our community’s youth. Designed for Farm Bureau members and their children, these funds assist students as they begin or continue their higher education, with a special preference given to those pursuing degrees in agriculture. 

We are thrilled to highlight the exceptional achievements of our 2026 Delaware County Farm Bureau scholarship recipients. Please join us in congratulating these hardworking young men and women. We are immensely proud of their dedication, accomplishments, and ongoing contributions to our local agricultural community!

Delaware County Farm Bureau
Awards $11,000 to 2026 Scholarship Recipients

 

Jake Wecker is a 2026 graduate of Big Walnut High School, where he was also the captain of the football team. He plans to study nursing at The Ohio State University this fall. 
McKenzie Kline recently finished her first year at Xavier University. She is studying nursing. She is passionate about caring for
others and making a difference in people’s lives.

Cassie Rice is a 2026 graduate of Buckeye Valley High School. In the fall, she will attend The Ohio State University, where she will major in Agricultural Engineering. Cassie wants to make a difference in the agriculture industry by focusing on sustainable agricultural practices.

Jessie Rice is a second-year student at The Ohio State University studying chemical engineering and is also a member of the Humanitarian Engineering Scholars. She hopes to use her education to focus on alternative, clean energy production.

Trenton Day recently finished his first year at Cedarville University. He is pursuing a Criminal Justice degree. His goal is to become a Natural Resource Officer for ODNR or a Delaware County Sheriff’s Deputy.

Emma Libby is a 2026 graduate of Olentangy High School. In the fall, she will attend The Ohio State University to study Biology on a Pre-Veterinary Medicine track. She currently works at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium as a ride operator and has spent the past three years volunteering there, speaking with guests about the animals and zoo grounds.

Nicholas Neville is a 2026 graduate of Olentangy High School. He has been involved in the FFA and 4-H organizations for several years, fueling his growth as a leader. He proudly serves as a board member of the Delaware County Farm Bureau. His goal is to support farmers as a diesel mechanic, repairing and maintaining their farm equipment.  He will attend The Ohio State University Ag Technical Institute in the fall. He plans to major in Agricultural Systems Management and minor in Agricultural Business.

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My first recommendation in your journey is to start out with a local farming friend or mentor along with joining an organization like Ohio Farm Bureau.
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Greg McGlinch

Darke County Farm Bureau

New and beginning farmers
We’re just so thankful for the Farm Bureau and the foundation for helping put this together. And of course, the Boyert family for the vision they had with this grant. It’s jumping us forward 10 years. It’s unbelievable.
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Nathan and Jill Parriman

Clermont County Farm Bureau

Growing Tomorrow Grant
I could not have done it without the resources I have found through Farm Bureau.
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Gretchan Francis

Trumbull County Farm Bureau

Bringing the farm back to life
It wasn’t until I joined the Wilmington College Collegiate Farm Bureau that I truly saw how my passion could translate into leadership, advocacy and a career.
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Wyatt Morrow

Clinton County Farm Bureau

Youth pathways in Farm Bureau
The issue of property taxation remains as one of the biggest challenges our members face today. Ensuring agricultural property is valued for its agricultural potential and not development is critical to the continued success of Ohio agriculture.
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Matt Aultman

Darke County Farm Bureau

Giving farmers a voice
Through the Select Partner program, we became educated in farm insurance and weren't just selling policies. It became more and more clear why farmers need an advocate like Ohio Farm Bureau.
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Chad Ruhl

Farm manager, CSI Insurance

Select Partner Program
So many of the issues that OFBF and its members are advocating for are important to all Ohioans. I look at OFBF as an agricultural watchdog advocating for farmers and rural communities across Ohio.
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Mary Smallsreed

Trumbull County Farm Bureau

Advocacy
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