Pair of Chase County students heading to Ag Youth Institute

    What started years ago, as a way of connecting high school students with agriculture, is still going strong today.
    This year marks the 50th anniversary of the Nebraska Agricultural Youth Institute, the longest running program of its kind in the nation.
    NAYI will be held July 12-16 at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s East Campus.
    The Nebraska Department of Agriculture coordinates NAYI with the help of the Nebraska Agricultural Youth Council.
    Among the students selected to attend NAYI’s golden anniversary celebration this summer are Kendall Prior of Imperial and Morayah Cupp of Champion. Cupp is a returning delegate.
     “NAYI is a great opportunity for Nebraska juniors and seniors to learn about the agricultural industry and the many careers available in ag,” said NDA Communications Director and NAYC Advisor Christin Kamm.
    “With 50 years of history, we have parents who attended NAYI years ago, sharing their experiences with their own high school juniors and seniors, who will attend this year.
    NAYI’s 2021 theme  is “Timeless Traditions.”
     NAYI will feature speakers, workshops, agricultural education, networking with peers and industry leaders, professional development opportunities and leadership experience. It’s made possible through donations from agricultural businesses, commodity groups and industry organizations.