Wade Stretch – Cal Poly SLO (Ag Systems Management) I plan to major in agricultural systems management then attend law school to become a water attorney in California’s Central Valley. I plan to protect water rights and fight for
Elizabeth Quintero-Rubio – Cal Poly SLO (Ag Communications) I aspire to become an agricultural lawyer who fights for the rights of farmers and agribusinesses, including those in the almond industry. I will contribute to
water allocation needed to feed the nation. A law degree will give me the tools to make a meaningful impact on conserving water in California. My goal is to protect water, California’s most precious resource.
economic stability, sustainable practices, and a thriving future for California’s farmers. I am determined to give back by advocating for the agricultural industry that sustains us all.
Samantha Selliers – Kansas State University (Ag Communications) I aim to pursue a career in public service, with aspirations to run for Congress. Through my communication skills, I plan to address issues such as trade policies,
Marcus Montgomery – Cal Poly SLO (Ag Systems Management) Agriculture has coursed through my veins for as long as I can remember. In 1910, my great-great grandfather, Frederick Montgomery, founded Almont Orchards with forty acres.
mental health support for farmers, and advancing technology within the industry. My goal is to contribute to a society that values and supports agriculture, ensuring its sustainability and prosperity for future generations. William Sonke – Covenant College (English/Literature)
Today, our fourth-generation family farm operates more than 1,000 acres of almonds and walnuts. My goal is to continue the legacy my family built and continue feeding the world. Ryley Vanella – Cal Poly SLO (Ag Engineering) My family has been in the almond industry since the late 1960s. I
I would like to work as a middle or high school teacher to share my knowledge and love for reading with the next generation. My desire is to build up comprehension skills
worked on the farm, operating gators and tractors and did maintenance and calibration to machinery. I
and a proper evaluation of literature. I want to impart my love for literature to the next generation to develop thoughtful students who will become the next leaders and shapers to transform our society for good.
noticed room for improvement with the equipment. I want to use my passion for engineering to advance that process. I want to make farming a more accessible and more sustainable practice, and through agricultural or mechanical engineering, I believe it is possible.
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