HUTCHINSON RENO COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
The Farm Focus Family Award began in 1985 as part of National Farm City Week. There have now been over 100 families in Reno County that have been recognized for their contributions to Reno County Agriculture. This year’s Farm Focus Family Award goes to the Royer family.
Bill and Kelly Royer, along with their sons Alek and Koby, represent six generations of farming in Reno and Harvey counties, with roots that trace back to 1886.
The Royer family primarily raises wheat, soybeans, and oats, and maintains a small cow-calf operation. Bill has farmed full-time for 38 years, while also working part-time as a Senior Bank Representative at First National Bank of Hutchinson. He’s served on the local school board and continues to volunteer with Haven High School’s Clay Target team.
Kelly is an Account Manager and Senior Interior Designer at the John A. Marshall Company in Wichita. She’s also an active volunteer, lending her time to school, church, 4-H, and community events over the years.
Both Alek and Koby earned agricultural degrees from Kansas State University and returned home to help continue the family legacy. Alek operates a swathing business and volunteers as a firefighter, while Koby works part-time in seed sales with Ohlde Seed.
Recently celebrating their 30th wedding anniversary, Bill and Kelly are proud to farm alongside Bill’s parents, Bill Sr. and Leta, and their sons—three generations working together to meet the challenges and opportunities of modern agriculture.