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Scholarship available

Submitted by mchenrycfb on Mon, 03/27/2017 - 16:06

McHenry County Farm Bureau Agricultural Education Foundation is offering a $1,000 scholarship. The scholarship is available for high school seniors pursuing continuing education in agriculture or agriculture-related fields. The applicant or the applicant's family must be a member of the McHenry County Farm Bureau to qualify. Additional scholarships may be awarded if funds are available at the time of judging.

All scholarship applications need to be received by April 1, 2017.

De-icing tips from CONSERV

Submitted by mchenrycfb on Fri, 01/27/2017 - 22:00

Even though we’ve had a mild winter, the cold weather has an impact on us all, whether living in urban or rural areas. Icy walk ways and roads are a part of our daily lives. Yet, in recent weeks cold weather hasn’t necessarily been the issue, but the rain has raised concerns over safety on sidewalks and roads.

Agricultural internship available

Submitted by mchenrycfb on Sat, 01/21/2017 - 00:26

McHenry County Farm Bureau is excited to once again offer an agriculture related summer internship.

The selected intern will gain valuable experiences in program planning, Ag in the Classroom, media, governmental affairs and public relations. The selected individual will receive valuable work experience, funds to further their education and the opportunity to receive college credit.

The internship is open to McHenry County residents who will be a sophomore, junior or senior at a college or university this fall. Preference is given to applicants who have a farm background and/or studying agriculture related field.

Interested applicants need to apply by February 28, 2017. To apply, simply email your cover letter and resume to Dan Volkers at mcfbmgr@att.net.