Nebraska Farm Bureau Honors Top FFA Advisors at State Convention

Jessica Evans and Jacob Goldfuss recognized for their leadership and impact on students

Mar. 26, 2026 at 9:41pm

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The Nebraska Farm Bureau Foundation recognized two outstanding FFA advisors, Jessica Evans of Osmond Community Schools and Jacob Goldfuss of Summerland Public Schools, as its annual FFA Advisor of the Year award recipients during the 2026 Nebraska State FFA Convention. The teachers were honored for their involvement in the school and community, their development of student leadership, and their ability to keep students engaged in agriculture.

Why it matters

The FFA Advisor of the Year award highlights the crucial role that dedicated teachers play in preparing the next generation for careers in agriculture. By fostering hands-on learning opportunities and cultivating leadership skills, these advisors are helping students develop the expertise and confidence to succeed both in and beyond the classroom.

The details

Evans and Goldfuss were nominated by their students for the award. Evans has worked to build partnerships and secure resources that provide her Osmond FFA chapter students with real-world agricultural experiences on a growing school farm. Goldfuss is known for his mentorship and for creating a supportive, team-focused environment that encourages his Summerland FFA students to challenge themselves and achieve their goals.

  • The 2026 Nebraska State FFA Convention took place this week in Lincoln.
  • Evans and Goldfuss were recognized during the convention's awards ceremony on Thursday.

The players

Jessica Evans

The FFA Advisor for the Osmond FFA Chapter, who has worked to provide her students with hands-on agricultural experiences and personalized support in the classroom over the past 11 years.

Jacob Goldfuss

The FFA Advisor for the Summerland FFA Chapter, known for his mentorship and for fostering a supportive, team-focused environment that encourages his students to succeed.

Megahn Schafer

The executive director of the Nebraska Farm Bureau Foundation, which recognized Evans and Goldfuss for their outstanding work.

Nebraska Farm Bureau Foundation

A 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that aims to engage youth, educators, and the public to promote an understanding of agriculture's importance in Nebraska.

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What they’re saying

“The Nebraska Farm Bureau Foundation is proud to congratulate Evans and Goldfuss on this well-deserved honor. Through their leadership, they're helping prepare the next generation in agriculture while strengthening their local communities.”

— Megahn Schafer, Executive Director, Nebraska Farm Bureau Foundation

“I'm incredibly honored to be recognized, especially alongside so many dedicated advisors across the state. This really reflects the support of our community and the hard work our students put in every day.”

— Jessica Evans, FFA Advisor, Osmond Community Schools

“I'm thankful to be recognized with this award, but it really belongs to our students. Their hard work, teamwork, and growth every day make our FFA chapter what it is.”

— Jacob Goldfuss, FFA Advisor, Summerland Public Schools

The takeaway

The recognition of Evans and Goldfuss as FFA Advisors of the Year highlights the vital role that dedicated teachers play in nurturing the next generation of agricultural leaders. By providing hands-on learning opportunities, fostering leadership skills, and creating supportive environments, these advisors are helping students develop the expertise and confidence to succeed in the field of agriculture.