Author Archives: Amie Burke
Ross Crabill STAR in Agricultural Placement Finalist
Ross Crabill is from the Shenandoah FFA chapter in Indiana. His hard work allowed him to gain valuable skills to apply to his future. http://www.ffaconvention.com/audio/Convention2013/Ag_Sci_Crabill.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download
Illinois FFA Member Takes First in Creed
Kira Eidson, from the Payson FFA chapter in Illinois, placed first in Creed Speaking. She is extremely passionate and tied personal experiences into the presentation. http://www.ffaconvention.com/audio/Convention2013/Creed_Eidson.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download
FFA Member Works with Blueberries & Wins
Callie Warren from the Lowndes County FFA chapter in Georgia was named the winner of Food Products & Processing Systems Division II. She studied ways to increase the sugar content of blueberries using hands-on scientific methods. http://www.ffaconvention.com/audio/Convention2013/Warren_Ag_Sci_Winner.mp3Podcast: Play in new … Continue reading
FFA Members Test Duct Tape to Win Agriscience Area
Joshua Saleen and Juan Martinez are from the James Madison FFA chapter in San Antonio, Texas. They studied the stickiness of certain brands of tape via a device they invented. http://www.ffaconvention.com/audio/Convention2013/Div_3_Ag_Sci.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download
Sea World & Busch Gardens Educate FFA Members
Sea World & Busch Gardens Educate FFA members from across the nation by providing information in regards to exotic species of animals. Students were able to touch and see anything from an owl to Pinkie the flamingo. Anita Yeattes, Supervisor … Continue reading
National FFA Alumni President Encourages Local Support
Jim McCray, from Illinois, is serving as the National FFA Alumni President. He states the importance of supporting your local FFA chapter to encourage success amongst members. http://www.ffaconvention.com/audio/Convention2013/Alumni_McCray.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download
Tyler Vathauer STAR Farmer Finalist
Tyler Vathauer from the Blue Valley FFA chapter in Kansas is a STAR Farmer finalist. He has gained valuable experiences through his work on the farm. http://www.ffaconvention.com/audio/Convention2013/Farmer_Vathauer.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download
Elizabeth Hayes STAR in Agribusiness Finalist
Elizabeth Hayes is from the Marysville FFA chapter in Ohio. She shares her passion for working with horses with others. http://www.ffaconvention.com/audio/Convention2013/Ag_Bus_Hayes.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download
Emilie Cerny Finalist for STAR in Agriscience
Emilie Cerny from the Big Foot FFA chapter in Wisconsin is a STAR in Agriscience Finalist. http://www.ffaconvention.com/audio/Convention2013/Ag_Sci_Cerny.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download
Vance Zacharias STAR Farmer Finalist
Vance Zacharias is a STAR Farmer Finalist. He is from the Enderlin FFA chapter in North Dakota. http://www.ffaconvention.com/audio/Convention2013/Farmer_Zacharias.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download