[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 148 (Thursday, September 6, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1215]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 CONGRATULATING JUSTIN AND ELLEN RAHN FOR RECEIVING THE 2018 ILLINOIS 
               FARM BUREAU YOUNG LEADER ACHIEVEMENT AWARD

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                           HON. CHERI BUSTOS

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 6, 2018

  Mrs. BUSTOS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Justin and Ellen 
Rahn of Mount Carroll for receiving the 2018 Illinois Farm Bureau Young 
Leader Achievement Award.
  The Illinois Farm Bureau Young Leader Achievement Award recognizes 
exceptional young farmers for not only their success in agriculture, 
but for their strong leadership and commitment to our farming 
community. Justin and Ellen Rahn have been leaders within the Farm 
Bureau since 2005. From hosting young leaders' meetings to serving on 
the Farm and Fork Committee, their involvement has enriched our 
community. Justin and Ellen Rahn both grew up on their family farms in 
northwestern Illinois, learning the strong work ethic of our farmers at 
an early age. Ellen went on to receive a degree in agronomy from Iowa 
State University and gained seed corn brokerage experience before later 
managing the Illinois territory for Hartung Brothers, Inc. Justin 
earned his degree in agricultural production and management from 
Kirkwood College. Justin and Ellen now run their own farm in Carroll 
County in addition to operating a seed dealership.
  It is because of dedicated and hardworking people such as Justin and 
Ellen Rahn that I am especially proud to serve Illinois' 17th 
Congressional District. Mr. Speaker, I would like to again formally 
recognize Justin and Ellen Rahn for all they do in the farming 
community.

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