Meet the YF&R Committee

District 1 - Hayden and Breanne Cross - Nemaha County

Hayden and Breanne Cross farm in Nemaha County, where they operate Cross Farms, an 800-acre operation primarily raising corn and soybeans with plans to diversify in the future. They also raise chickens, ducks and meat birds as part of a growing farm-to-consumer homestead. Breanne focuses on raising their three young children while also managing farm clerical work and serving part-time as the Nemaha County Farm Bureau coordinator. Hayden farms full-time while providing custom anhydrous application and serving on his local county Farm Bureau board. When they are not busy on the farm, they enjoy time with family, cooking, church activities, golf and football.

District 2 - Todd Coen - Franklin County 

Todd Coen was born and raised in Franklin County, Kansas on a dairy operation. He studied Ag Economics at Kansas State University, graduating in 2014. Todd returned to Franklin County and now resides with his girlfriend, Sarah, outside of Ottawa. He has been involved in various areas of the agriculture industry including working for ag retailers and currently owning and operating a cow/calf herd.

District 3 - Levi Clubine – Montgomery County

Levi Clubine lives and farms in Montgomery County, where he operates a cow/calf operation, marketing replacement heifers and herd bulls. He raises corn for silage while raising wheat and soybeans for forage, and provides consulting services for grassland producers. Levi recently returned to the farm full-time and enjoys building his operation and working with fellow producers. Levi has served on the Beef Committee, participated in Leadership KFB and Casten Fellows, and is currently serving as the vice chairman of his local county Farm Bureau board.

District 4 - Joseph and Theresa Neville - Sedgwick County

Joseph and Theresa live in western Sedgwick County, with their two children Nathaniel and Simon. They raise crops and cattle alongside Joseph’s mother and older sister. Joseph also sells seed for Beck’s Hybrids and enjoys helping farmers find the best product for them to succeed on their farm. Theresa works as an Occupational Therapist for the Wichita School District. Joseph just finished serving on the Sedgwick County Farm Bureau Board. In their spare time, they enjoy spending time with family and friends, playing cards, and being involved with their local parish.

District 5 - Hayden and Mary Heigele – Clay County

Hayden and Mary Heigele live and farm in Clay County, raising wheat, soybeans and corn while incorporating cover crops for cattle grazing and wildlife. Their operation has transitioned toward heifer development, which pairs well with their direct-to-consumer beef business. Hayden works full-time on the family farm, and Mary works as a communications specialist for New Ag Supply. Hayden also currently serves on his local county Farm Bureau board. Both are graduates of Kansas State University and enjoy traveling, cooking together and spending time outdoors when they are not farming.

District 6 - Colin and Alissa Kirchhoff – Phillips County

Colin and Alissa Kirchhoff reside in rural Phillips County with their three young children: Louisa, Ingrid, and Augustin. Colin works as a Compliance Officer with Farmers National Bank and operates a small, dry land operation producing grain sorghum, wheat, corn, and soybeans. In addition to his row crop enterprise, he operates a direct-to-consumer Wagyu-cross meat business. Alissa owns and operates Black Dog Veterinary Services, a small animal, house-call practice. In their spare time, the Kirchhoffs enjoy giving back to their community through various boards, committees, and volunteer opportunities. Colin and Alissa are excited to represent District 6 on the State YF&R Committee.

District 7 - Jaden and Kylea Strohl – Kingman County

Jaden and Kylea Strohl live and farm in south central Kansas, operating a 4,000-acre family farm across Kingman, Pratt and Stafford counties. They raise corn, milo, wheat and alfalfa on both dryland and irrigated acres. Jaden also helps his dad and uncle with their custom fertilizer application business. Off the farm, Jaden works as a FarmComp account manager with Heartland Soil Services, and Kylea is a first-grade teacher at Stafford Elementary School. They are both graduates of Kansas State University and enjoy going to the mountains when they are not busy farming and teaching.

District 8 - Fred and Megan Goossen - Gray County 

Fred and Megan Goossen live and farm in southern Gray County where they produce wheat, milo, corn, and soybeans. After college, Fred returned home full-time to scale his family’s fourth generation farm working alongside his father, Abe and brother, Jon. Megan was an elementary teacher but after having kids has stayed home to help on the family farm and raise the kids. Megan also serves on the local school board and Gray County Farm Bureau Board. In their free time, Fred and Megan enjoy spending time with their children and traveling to see family and friends when they aren’t busy farming or following kids’ activities.

District 9 - Jalen and Luz Tucker – Stanton County

Jalen and Luz Tucker live and farm near Johnson, Kansas in Stanton County . Jalen works alongside his dad, Wade, raising corn, wheat and grain sorghum, and is also part of a family cow/calf operation. He additionally serves area producers as a Precision Planting dealer. Luz works off the farm as an emergency room nurse at Kearny County Hospital in Lakin. Jalen graduated from Kansas State University in 2023 with a degree in agricultural economics, and Luz graduated from Fort Hays State University in 2023 with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. In their free time, they enjoy traveling together.

District 10 - Wyatt and Emily Mong - Gove County 

Wyatt and Emily Mong reside in rural Gove County and represent District 10. Wyatt owns and operates a custom square baling business as well as works for a local farmer. Emily is the agricultural education teacher and FFA advisor at Hoxie High School. Additionally, Emily serves on the Gove County Farm Bureau Board. In their spare time, they enjoy spending time outdoors, cooking, and playing card games. Wyatt and Emily are excited to serve District 10 on the State YF&R Committee!