Eli Patrick of the Covington FFA Chapter in Tennessee has a three-acre vegetable production farm where he produces a large variety of vegetables, including sweet corn, yellow squash, purple hull peas, bell peppers, habanero peppers, cayenne peppers, okra, cucumbers, zucchini, sweet potatoes and much more. He sells his produce to wholesalers, produce stands, neighbors, and keeps some for personal use. He plans to take over the family farm after earning a degree in plant and soil science. Patrick is supported by his parents, Becky and Tim, and his FFA advisors, Jeremiah Johnson, Bryan Cole and Elizabeth Flanagan. Tractor Supply Company and Wilbur-Ellis Company sponsor this proficiency.
Eli’s advisor Jerry Johnson spoke with Broadcast Desk Intern Kailey Foster on his behalf.
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