Corn Maze Proposal Earns A ‘Yes’

2026 - Volume #50, Issue #3, Page #05

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A custom-designed corn maze at Circle S Farms in Grove City, Ohio, provided the perfect backdrop for farmer Timothy Sullivan’s proposal to Caroline Liggett on an airplane ride.
“Our family has always had a corn maze for our Fall Fun Days event,” says Sullivan. “I was mowing the yard, thinking about how I wanted to propose, knowing it needed to be something big she would always remember. The idea hit me — a corn maze!”
Sullivan used a local crop consulting firm to help implement the idea.
“They created the planting prescription for planting the maze in my proposal design.”
He began planting 13 acres of corn on June 3 using a computerized tractor.
“It was a challenge ensuring the proposal would come out of the ground,” says Sullivan. “We were fortunate with moisture and heat to get the corn sprouting in less than a week after planting.”
By mid to late June, the message was visible from the air, and he faced the far greater challenge of keeping the proposal secret.
“Several times, I thought we were close to her finding out. My girlfriend asked about the design throughout the summer.”
He was nervous for weeks about other planes flying overhead, possibly spotting it and posting photos online.
But the secret held. Once the maze was ready, Sullivan needed an excuse to get Liggett on an airplane.
“I told her I was interested in learning how to fly and that she should tag along for the first flight.”
On the day of the proposal, Sullivan drove Liggett to the Madison County Airport, an engagement ring in his pocket.
“A local farmer had a plane and took us up. We flew over the farm, but unfortunately, Caroline was looking out the other side of the plane and did not see the maze. This led to us having to fly back over and ensure she could see the design.”
This second flyover proved to be the charm, and Liggett said yes.
“I officially got down on one knee after we landed,” Sullivan says.
While he believes Liggett expected him to be elaborate and intentional, the proposal blew her away.
“Caroline and I both work in the ag industry and have enjoyed how much this story has allowed us to share our passion as well as how our food, fuel and clothes are grown in a sustainable way.”
He suggests that other farmers think outside the box with their own love stories.
“Do something bold and have fun with the proposal. Find something you both are passionate about and integrate it.”
Their wedding is planned for early summer 2026.
Contact: FARM SHOW Followup, Timothy Sullivan (timothy3sullivan@gmail.com).

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Corn Maze Proposal Earns A ‘Yes’ A custom-designed corn maze at Circle S Farms in Grove City, Ohio, provided the perfect backdrop for farmer Timothy Sullivan’s proposal to Caroline Liggett on an airplane ride. “Our family has always had a corn maze for our Fall Fun Days event,” says Sullivan. “I was mowing the yard, thinking about how I wanted to propose, knowing it needed to be something big she would always remember. The idea hit me — a corn maze!” Sullivan used a local crop consulting firm to help implement the idea. “They created the planting prescription for planting the maze in my proposal design.” He began planting 13 acres of corn on June 3 using a computerized tractor. “It was a challenge ensuring the proposal would come out of the ground,” says Sullivan. “We were fortunate with moisture and heat to get the corn sprouting in less than a week after planting.” By mid to late June, the message was visible from the air, and he faced the far greater challenge of keeping the proposal secret. “Several times, I thought we were close to her finding out. My girlfriend asked about the design throughout the summer.” He was nervous for weeks about other planes flying overhead, possibly spotting it and posting photos online. But the secret held. Once the maze was ready, Sullivan needed an excuse to get Liggett on an airplane. “I told her I was interested in learning how to fly and that she should tag along for the first flight.” On the day of the proposal, Sullivan drove Liggett to the Madison County Airport, an engagement ring in his pocket. “A local farmer had a plane and took us up. We flew over the farm, but unfortunately, Caroline was looking out the other side of the plane and did not see the maze. This led to us having to fly back over and ensure she could see the design.” This second flyover proved to be the charm, and Liggett said yes. “I officially got down on one knee after we landed,” Sullivan says. While he believes Liggett expected him to be elaborate and intentional, the proposal blew her away. “Caroline and I both work in the ag industry and have enjoyed how much this story has allowed us to share our passion as well as how our food, fuel and clothes are grown in a sustainable way.” He suggests that other farmers think outside the box with their own love stories. “Do something bold and have fun with the proposal. Find something you both are passionate about and integrate it.” Their wedding is planned for early summer 2026. Contact: FARM SHOW Followup, Timothy Sullivan (timothy3sullivan@gmail.com).

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