Pat and Lori Harding

Michael Dibbern is a fourth-generation farmer from Wood River, raising corn and cattle on his family’s land. For him, farming isn’t just a job; it’s a legacy, a way of life and a commitment to the next generation.

John Krohn, a fifth-generation farmer from Albion, grows corn and soybeans on the land his family has farmed for over a century. He works to get every drop of rain into the ground, embraces learning without fear of failure and carries a deep dedication to the land, his family’s legacy and the future of Nebraska farming.

A fourth-generation farmer from Superior, Matt Sullivan returned to his family’s roots, bringing a wealth of experience. Now, alongside his son, he cultivates corn and soybeans, using irrigation and careful planning to conserve water and protect the land.

Chris Grams runs into fires as a volunteer firefighter in Upland, living by his motto, “everybody comes home.” Farming is his first passion, and he balances the land and community with dedication, selflessness and a hope to pass on the love of farming to his son.

Although she grew up in Omaha, Morgan Wrich discovered her love for farming on her grandparents’ farm. Today, she raises corn and soybeans near Nelson, with her husband and two daughters, showing them the value of hard work, community and leaving a legacy for future generations.

Growing up and attending a rural school near Holdrege, Logan Reed grew up knowing students from kindergarten to eighth grade, no matter his age. He desired other students to have these same experiences, which brought about the idea of a private school, which opened 51 weeks later.

For the past 147 years, Nate Goertzen’s family in Henderson has been farming the same ground. As farming has evolved and expanded, they are always enhancing their farm to be the best it can be. By being the best steward of what they’re given, three generations are working together to be successful.