July-August 2025

GROWING THE GOODNESS

Keenon Kim-Huy – US C (Ag Engineering)

I am fascinated by the intersection of technology and agriculture which has led me to seek sustainable solutions that optimize farming efficiency while preserving natural

I f you wish to donate to the Blue Diamond Growers Foundation to support next year’s students, please make checks payable to “ Blue Diamond Growers Foundation” and send to: Attn: Finance Dept./Scholarships Blue Diamond Growers 1802 C Street Sacramento, CA 95811 Thank you for your contributions and support!

resources. I will focus on precision agriculture, using data-driven technology to improve crop yields and reduce environmental impact. Integrating artificial intelligence and automation into farming will help farmers make more informed decisions, minimize waste and combat climate change. Kayce Van Horn – Cal Poly SLO (Ag Science)

I plan to become an agriculture educator and FFA advisor. During my time in the FFA, my teachers encouraged me to get involved in public speaking contests, judging

teams and leadership roles. If not for them, I would not have gained the confidence I have or even be half the person I am today and I want to pay it forward. I will strive to be the best ag educator and support for my students. Allison Aguiar – Cal Poly SLO (Ag Communications) When people learned that my

family farms walnuts and almonds, I was often met with accusations of water overuse. Not everyone holds the same agricultural literacy skills

I fostered in my youth. These interactions solidified my desire to study ag policy to advocate for progressive and sustainable ag practices. I hope to become a voice for farmers and help them succeed in their selfless endeavor of feeding others.

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