Dedicated community involvement leads to the Mercer County FFA Chapter being recognized by the Illinois Farm Bureau.
The chapter was named the Section 4 winner in the 2024-25 Harvest for All competition last week. It’s a statewide program led by Illinois Farm Bureau in partnership with FFA chapters to combat food insecurity and serve local communities.
Mercer County raised funds and donated to several community groups, including the Churches of Mercer County Food Pantry, the Senior Center, the Aledo Jaycees Nancy’s Kids and the Honor Marker Project. In addition, FFA Members volunteered hundreds of hours to community groups. Mercer County High School ag teacher Aaron Heartt says it’s always a focal point for the group to give back to the community.
The Mercer County FFA Chapter is among 25 statewide winners, which will be recognized during the Illinois FFA State Convention in June.