Voss selected for Illinois Farm Bureau Student Showcase

Alex Voss, a senior at Central Community High School in Clinton County, has been selected to participate in the 2026 Illinois Farm Bureau Student Showcase at the organization’s Annual Meeting in Chicago.

Voss, the 2026 Illinois FFA State Proficiency Winner in Nut Production, will showcase his Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) focused on pecan production. Through his family’s pecan business, Voss has gained hands-on experience in planting, orchard management, harvesting and marketing.

The Illinois Farm Bureau Student Showcase highlights outstanding student leaders, innovators and entrepreneurs from across the state. Selected students have the opportunity to share their businesses, research and projects with attendees at the Annual Meeting, with accommodations and registration covered by Illinois Farm Bureau.

Voss’s selection highlights his dedication to agricultural entrepreneurship and the knowledge and skills he has developed through his involvement in pecan production. His experience demonstrates the value of hands-on agricultural education and the opportunities available to students pursuing their interests in agriculture.

Congratulations to Alex on this outstanding achievement and for representing Clinton County!