Nebraska Corn Growers Press Release
Each year, the Nebraska Corn Growers Association (NeCGA) and the Nebraska Soybean Association (NSA) offer a one-year learning and scholarship program for college students eager to expand their knowledge of the agricultural industry and advocacy.
The 2025 program cohort includes seven students from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, each pursuing a degree in an agricultural discipline:
- Alexa Cunningham
- Madison Hirschman
- Crayton Koranda
- Isaac Stromberg
- Morgan Bonifas
- Addy Donelson
- Ashley Bonifas
Throughout the year, these students will participate in three seminars and a summer tour, gaining firsthand experience in key areas such as agricultural policy, checkoff programs, commodity promotion, manufacturing, and leadership development.
Additionally, they will have the opportunity to connect with grower-leaders across Nebraska by attending major industry events, including NeCGA and NSA annual board meetings, Husker Harvest Days, and Soybean Field Management Days.
This program continues to foster the next generation of agricultural advocates, equipping students with the knowledge and connections to support and strengthen the industry.
The Nebraska Corn Growers Association (NeCGA) is a grassroots commodity organization that works to enhance the profitability of corn producers. NeCGA has more than 2,500 dues-paying members in Nebraska. NeCGA is affiliated with the National Corn Growers Association, which has more than 40,000 dues-paying members nationwide.
