SEAN BOSTON
Hutch Post
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Students from Buhler and Lyons high schools are among 43 students statewide to earn the 2025 Kansas Agriculture Skills and Competencies Certificate, awarded by the Kansas Department of Agriculture.
20 students from Buhler High School and four from Lyons High School received the distinction, which recognizes excellence in agricultural education, leadership, and career readiness. Students completed a rigorous program that includes classroom instruction, supervised agricultural experience (SAE), and active participation in FFA. A minimum 2.5 GPA across all coursework is also required.
Buhler's honorees include Eliza Aldrich, Cassidy Banning, Ethan Barrett, Aivlynn Ehmke, Gage Elliott, Kyler Gillespie, Will Hanen, Brayden Henry, Payton Huffman, Brayden Leiker, Rachael Mourn, Madelyn Poepperling, Maecy Rosenberger, Ella Sanborn, Logan Schmidt, Scott Schweizer, Juliette Shank, Logan Snyder, Talon Sullivant and Jake Winters.
From Lyons High School, JT Denton, Peyton Kruse, Will Miller and Deacon Showalter earned certificates.
“These students represent the future of Kansas agriculture, equipped with the training, experience, and leadership qualities needed to thrive in a modern, competitive industry,” said Suzanne Ryan-Numrich, KDA marketing director.
The certificate, now in its second decade, is endorsed by industry organizations and employers across the state. More information about the program is available at agriculture.ks.gov/AgEducation.