Five students place in Suwannee County Farm Bureau essay contest

Tina Strickland editor@riverbendnews.org The Suwannee County Farm Bureau hosted its annual essay contest during Farm-City Week, which saw participation from three local schools. The contest encouraged students to explore the vital connection between rural farmers and urban communities, emphasizing the importance of collaboration in sustaining our food systems. The students demonstrated creativity and insight, making it a memorable event that celebrated the unity of agriculture and city life. Women’s Chair Sarah Carte presented the awards, assisting District Field Representative Caraline Boudreau and Federation Secretary Tina Strickland. The following students claimed the top fi