×

Farmer Expansion Grant awarded by farm bureau

Submitted photo
Julianne McCormick of Burghill, center, has received the 2025 New Farmer Expansion Grant from the Trumbull County Farm Bureau. Presenting her with a $1,500 check are Trumbull County Farm Bureau President Marsha Stanhope, left, and Trumbull County Young Ag Professionals Action Team Leader Callae Moody.

BURGHILL — Julianne McCormick of Burghill recently received a $1,500 New Farmer Expansion Grant from the Trumbull County Farm Bureau.

McCormick has deep roots in agriculture, growing up helping on her grandparents’ dairy farm, spending 10 years as a 4-H dairy member, and continuing her passion through a career as a full-time herdsman. In recent years, she has taken steps to build her own operation, developing a small but high-genetic-quality registered Jersey herd under the Lavender Ridge prefix, along with a growing beef herd operated with her husband.

With a clear vision for growth, McCormick plans to expand her Jersey herd and focus on marketing her genetics to a broader audience.

She is also exploring opportunities in the niche A2 dairy market and hopes to grow their locally raised beef business to better serve local consumers. As her husband’s family nears retirement, they plan to take over and expand that dairy and crop operation as well.

The New Farmer Expansion Grant will help support her next steps by funding continued education through industry seminars, expanding marketing efforts, and investing in equipment and cattle housing as their herd grows. Her goal is to not only grow her business but also build strong professional connections and contribute meaningfully to the agricultural community.

This grant was made possible thanks to the generosity of an anonymous donor who believes in supporting the next generation of farmers.

“Trumbull County Farm Bureau is deeply grateful for their contribution and the opportunity it provides for beginning farmers like Julie McCormick to take meaningful steps toward a strong and sustainable future in agriculture,” said Farm Bureau president Marsha Stanhope in a news release.

Starting at $3.23/week.

Subscribe Today