Sara is the fourth generation on the farm where her family grows corn and soybeans. From a young age, she developed a connection to agriculture, especially through her love of showing pigs—a passion that began at just 8 years old. Today, Sara continues to contribute to the farm she loves while also excelling in her career as an account manager at Agsurance, where she helps others navigate agricultural insurance.
Up Next in Season 5
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Sawyer Cottrell | Ag Teacher & Ranche...
Sawyer didn't grow up farming but dreamed of working in agriculture since he was little. With an entrepreneurial spirit and a lot of hard work, he and his wife founded Central Illinois Beanwalkers, where they employ local kids to weed fields while creating a positive workplace environment. They a...
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Mark Read | Farmer & ISA Director | A...
Mark, a dedicated corn and soybean farmer from Putnam, Il, is now channeling his passion for agriculture into his role as a director on the Illinois Soybean Association board. He’s building meaningful relationships with global soybean buyers and representing Illinois at high-impact events such as...
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Paris Van Dyke | Author | A Shot of Ag
Paris grew up on a family sheep farm in Louisville, IL where they bred and sold market lambs. She was an active member of 4-H and FFA and showed livestock across IL. Paris recently authored and published "Grow in Grit" a devotional that shares her faith, rural roots, and encourages other young wo...
