2023 20 Under 40 Farmer
About
Kayla Gallager, a well-rounded farmer from Mansfield, Illinois, takes immense pride in her farm's active involvement in the local community, commitment to conservation, and sustainability, and data-driven decision-making process. Her dedication to the agricultural industry is recognized through her participation in the 20 Under 40 Program, filling her with a sense of honor and achievement. Looking ahead, Kayla is excited about making future decisions on the farm, utilizing data from the current crop year to evaluate successful practices and identify areas for improvement. Above all, she finds farming's most rewarding aspect to be the profound satisfaction and meaning it brings, whether it's saving an animal in need or successfully bringing in the harvest after a tough growing season – these moments reinforce her passion for the profession.