KYLA Students Dig Into Kosciusko Agriculture Industry
KYLA Students Dig Into Kosciusko Agriculture Industry
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KYLA Students Dig Into Kosciusko Agriculture IndustryStudents in Kosciusko Youth Leadership Academy recently had the opportunity to dig into information regarding the local agriculture and livestock industries.
The presentations included information from Tom Farms and Maple Leaf Farms, both headquartered in Kosciusko County.
The February meeting, held at the K21 Health Services Pavilion, kicked off with a team-building activity.
Kassi Rowland, member and assistant director of administration of Tom Farms, started the agribusiness presentations with an in-depth look at Tom Farms and its growing business. According to Rowland, Tom Farms is situated in several counties including Elkhart, Kosciusko, Huntington, Marshall, Noble and more. The company grows a mixture of products including commercial corn, soybeans and seed corn. Rowland explained Tom Farms’ commitment to “planting that perfect crop” and sharing their story with their community. In 2017, Rowland noted that the business welcomed someone from every continent who wanted to tour the business and its many fields.
Following Rowland’s presentation, students heard from Zachary Tucker, live production audit and research projects manager at Maple Leaf Farms Inc. Tucker shared with students the history of Maple Leaf Farms and the scope the business has both within the U.S. and internationally. Students learned about the company’s commitment to efficiency and its plans for future growth as the demand for duck continues to grow through the world, especially in the restaurant business. Tucker also explained career opportunities that may continue to unfold as the company grows operations regionally and abroad.
For more information on KYLA or to learn how to get involved, visit the KYLA website at www.kosciuskoyouthleadership.org or on Facebook at @kosciuskoyouthleadership.
