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Roy and Cindy Schneider

Roy and Cindy of Foley bought their farm in 1989.  A few years later, they bought the adjoining farm for a total of 240 acres.  Today, along with rented land the Schneider’s farm 300 acres on a 50/50 corn and soybean rotation. To utilize available pasture land, the Schneider’s maintain a 40 head herd of Angus and utilize intensive grazing methods for optimal pasture management.  The farm also has a small flock of layer hens for fresh eggs throughout the year.  Roy and Cindy have 5 children:  David, Elizabeth, Daniel, Leanna, and Willaim.  The kids’ ages range from 8 to 18.  

The Schneiders have been active in 4-H for over 10 years.  Besides 4-H and the farm, Roy is an active member of his church.  He is also a member of Duelm Lions as well as Knight’s of Columbus.  Cindy is a member of the St. Lawrence Christian Women and helps with the annual St. John’s Area Cookie Bake Sale Fundraiser.