Hugo Boerland (22) from Koekange will appear in the 2027 Boeren Kalender, showcasing a polished side of modern agriculture that challenges traditional stereotypes about farming life, rtvdrenthe.nl reported.
Koekange Farmer Debuts on 2027 Calendar
The 22-year-old farmer aims to prove that agricultural workers do not spend all day in muddy overalls. “We can certainly look neat and farm life is not always dirty and messy,” Boerland told rtvdrenthe.nl. “That image may also be shown. In addition, the whole situation surrounding the farmers naturally makes it extra nice to be on it.”
Farming runs in the family. The Boerinnen Kalender has hung in the family’s stable for years. Boerland’s sister, Roos, previously featured on the calendar and earned the title of Miss Boerin. “Therefore it is extra nice to now also be on it and actually follow in her footsteps,” Boerland said.
Leonie advances to final candidates for calendar spots
Leonie, another participant featured in the reporting, advanced through a pool of 400 applicants down to the final 13 candidates. Twelve models secure a spot for specific months, while one claims the front cover.
Participants do not choose their assigned months. During the recent presentation, models learned their publication dates. Leonie expressed a preference for May prior to the reveal, noting family birthdays and Mother’s Day fall during that month. “I’d rather have the month of May than the front cover,” Leonie told rtvdrenthe.nl. “True, everyone sees you lying there in the store, but everyone turns the cover as quickly as possible.”
Common Questions About the Agricultural Calendars
How many applicants made the final selection for the calendar?
Out of 400 initial applicants, exactly 13 candidates were chosen for the final lineup.
Who determines which month the models appear on?
The models do not choose their own months; assignments are revealed during the official calendar presentation.
Where does Hugo Boerland farm?
Boerland works and lives in Koekange at his father’s agricultural business.
Past editions of the calendar featured Hugo’s sister Roos, who subsequently won the Miss Boerin title.
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