Thrilled about rabbits: Courtney Akkerman, named queen by state association, celebrating all things rabbits - Austin Daily Herald

Thrilled about rabbits: Courtney Akkerman, named queen by state association, celebrating all things rabbits - Austin Daily Herald

Courtney Akkerman has a lot to her name already when it comes to showing rabbits. It mirrors a passion that has developed over the span of 10 years that has the 15-year-old thinking big things in the future. Recently, Akkerman was crowned Minnesota Rabbit Breeders Association (MRBA) Queen, which acknowledges her dedication to caring for and showing rabbits. “I’m a huge rabbit nerd,” Akkerman said from her family’s farm north of Rose Creek. “I lo…