Star Finalists
From finalist to winner Lainey Hutchinson of Crockett County FFA in Tennessee was named the 2023 Star in Agribusiness.
Horses have been a staple of agriculture for centuries,
and people like Hutchison are educating the next generation of cowboys and cowgirls.
She has been riding horses since she was 3 years old and competing in rodeos since she was 7, she says. Horses are just one part of her life, however — Hutchison comes from a cattle ranching
family, and she has also worked with goats for many years.
The American Star Awards are presented to FFA members who demonstrate outstanding agriculture skills and competencies through completion of a supervised agricultural experience (SAE) among many other qualifications.
Hear more about how she rose to the top in an interview with Broadcast Desk Intern Michelle Stangler.
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