Edwin & Jan Bowman have been farming in Chautauqua County since they got out of college in 1974. They have lived on their farm north of Peru since 1977. In October of this year, they are looking forward to celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary.

 Edwin & Jan’s family consists of a daughter, Doran Leigh, son-in-law, Chris and granddaughter, Allyson, of Wabaunsee County, Kansas.

Edwin served on the Chautauqua Co Fair board for several years, retiring in 2014. He still serves on RWD #4 Board.

Jan has served on various community boards over the years and is currently on the board of Kansas Farm Management SE region, as well as the treasurer of First Christian Church of Sedan.