Update from Logan Miller (U of I)

Last August, scholarship recipients went to several different grain and feed elevators or processors in southern Illinois.  The companies we toured varied in the way that they handled grain.  There were grain elevators, milling/processing plants, and merchandising companies, among others.  At each location we were given a tour of their facilities and the function of each different part.  We also got to learn about the challenges grain companies have to overcome, whether it be inconvenient weather, competition from other companies, or daily challenges within their own facility.  In addition to this, we also gained career advice at most of the locations whether it regarded our future endeavors or the paths of the speakers at each location.  Also, the speakers allowed us to gain insight on what it would be like to work for their company.  The company representatives shared very insightful information on not only their career but also when giving advice or answers to questions we had.  Overall, this was a very beneficial experience and a great way to learn more about the grain industry.