Lincoln, Neb. —It was the kindness of a family friend that helped Anna Kobza find her way into the agriculture industry by loaning two heifers for a 4-H project one summer. Ever since, Kobza has paved her own way in the industry to learn everything she could about beef production. Today, Kobza is pursuing an animal science doctoral degree while advocating for the beef industry via Instagram, where she has more than 90,000 followers. Her advocacy and leadership have secured her in a place in the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association’s Trailblazers program.
Kobza, originally from David City, Nebraska, is among 10 up-and-coming beef industry leaders selected to serve as spokespeople for the industry. The cohort will receive advanced training to become expert communicators in the beef industry while representing the industry on the state and local levels.
“To even be considered for trailblazers among 50 applicants is a huge honor,” Kobza said. “Being accepted, I feel like a valued part of this industry, and I also feel a huge responsibility to represent the Nebraska beef industry and its producers well.”
