Farming for Bailey Tractor Drive held to honor the memory of Bailey Broers

WALNUT, Ill. — The local community came together July 17 to celebrate the memory of a young man one year after his passing. Bailey Broers was a high school student who was very involved in FFA and loved all things agriculture.

As a result of the many lives he touched, even at his young age, the community, family and friends held the first annual Farming for Bailey Tractor Drive as a scholarship fundraiser.

The event started with 45 tractors and vehicles taking part in the tractor drive as a way to remember Broers and his love for both tractors and his community.

Following the drive, MJ Seeds, which Broers worked for, hosted a luncheon where participants came together to celebrate his life.

Proceeds from the dinner and merchandise sales went toward the Farming for Bailey Scholarship, which goes to a graduating Bureau Valley FFA member going into the agricultural industry.

Participants said it was wonderful to be able to see all the lives that Broers touched in the farming community and beyond.