The Texas Farm Bureau (TFB) Communications division welcomes Keona Ellis of Bandera County as the 2026 summer intern.

Ellis will assist with a variety of communications projects, including contributing articles for Texas Agriculture Daily and Texas Agriculture. She’ll also assist with graphic design projects, video features and radio broadcasts on TFB’s Radio Network.

“Everyone has a unique story to tell, and I am eager to help tell the stories of Texas agriculture through various types of media with Texas Farm Bureau,” Ellis said. “Agriculture and natural resources are a big part of who I am, and I am excited to bridge my roots with my passion for communications and help advocate for Texas agriculture in a modern world.”

Ellis recently graduated with an Associate of Arts from Northwest Vista College (NVC). During her time at NVC, she was a member of two honor society chapters. She also served as the NVC Wildcast Podcast Club president where she expanded her skills in video and audio production, photography, marketing and social media.

She will continue her education at Texas Tech University, transferring as a junior pursuing a bachelor’s degree in digital media and professional communication.

Ellis discovered her passion for photography and digital media through her involvement in 4-H, which ultimately led her to the path of communications. Highlights of her 4-H tenure include serving three years in the Texas 4-H Photography Ambassador program and participating in the Norman Borlaug Youth in Agriculture Program.

She remains active with 4-H as a certified volunteer, supporting local counties, clubs and district programs, as well as serving as a Photography Collegiate Mentor for the Texas 4-H State Photography Ambassador program.

Growing up immersed in agriculture and natural resources inspired Ellis’ passion for advocating for farmers and ranchers.