2026 Jackson-Vinton Farm Bureau scholarship recipients
Five students received funds to assist them with the next step in their education.
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Get ready to go Hog Wild! We’re thrilled to announce the unveiling of 40 awesome pigs that you can vote on (1 penny = 1 vote), starting July 25. These creative pig displays are sure to delight and inspire, each one uniquely crafted with flair and artistry. Funds raised from this event go to the Jackson-Vinton Farm Bureau Scholarship and Youth Funds.
Voting Categories
People’s Choice: Cast your vote for your favorite pig.
Most Creative/Artistic: Celebrate the most innovative designs.
Pig with the Most Facebook Likes: Support your favorites online and help them win! Make sure you go to the Jackson-Vinton Farm Bureau Facebook page to vote on your favorite pig.
Top Hog Contest
Following the initial voting round, we will roll into the Top Hog Contest, which kicks off Sept. 15 and runs through Sept. 19. This is the ultimate showdown to determine which pig reigns supreme as Top Hog!
Announcement of Winners
Mark your calendars for the grand announcement of winners! The results will be revealed at noon on Saturday, Sept. 20, at the main stage of the Apple Festival. It’s a perfect opportunity to celebrate and enjoy the festivities with family and friends.
Join us for this fun and engaging community event, and be part of the excitement as we discover the Top Hog of the season!
To grow a network and gain perspective and knowledge in the industry through personal and professional development has been invaluable. Every day I learn and grow.
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.
Farm Bureau is what really got the word out. It’s been one of their goals to get this done.
I could not have done it without the resources I have found through Farm Bureau.
Because we are younger farmers just starting out, Farm Bureau has a lot of good opportunities and resources to help us grow in the future.
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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