Author Archives: Bronson Teichert

Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos toured ‘The Blue Room,’ a new addition this year’s convention that’s full of interactive technology and education tools. DeVos also walked around the convention center with FFA members talking about their experiences with the organization. “First … Continue reading →

After years of dedicated service to the FFA organization and its members, Edward Beeler from Ohio, John Arneson from Wisconsin and Greg Lincicum also from Wisconsin all feel humbled to win this award. All agree that the FFA organization has done more for … Continue reading →

One of the ten activities planned and presented by the Marshall FFA Chapter was called ‘Swamp to Save.” A conservation class worked with professionals at local conservation to conduct avian flu tests on ducks. http://www.ffaconvention.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/ModelofExcellenceMarshall.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | … Continue reading →

“It really helped me with public speaking and how to grow my chapter through activities.” -Michael Howard, West Jackson Chapter http://www.ffaconvention.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/MiddleSchoolModelofExcellence.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download

Nearly 1 in 5 children experience food insecurity according to Stephen Popper, CEO of Meals of Hope. He said working with FFA members utilizes the goals of both organizations by serving communities and individuals in need. http://www.ffaconvention.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/Meals-of-Hope.mp3Podcast: Play in new … Continue reading →

Auto manufacturing has a strong history in the state of Indiana, dating back to 1890. The industry is part of the state’s working culture and why the Indiana Historical Society parked their History on Wheels exhibit at the 91stNational FFA … Continue reading →

Financial LiteracyLearning how to budget and save money can be difficult for teenagers, but FFA members are starting small businesses. “The feasibility of the market is very important to know, and understanding assets and liabilities is a basic starting point,” … Continue reading →

Cluff’s most memorable experience for 2017-18 is traveling to Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands after devastating hurricanes destroyed cities, towns and farms. “The impact of what FFA can do to local communities was seen on a scale that I … Continue reading →

“We understand that today’s consumers are farther away from understanding and knowing where their food comes from than they’ve ever been,” said Susanne Wasson, chair of the National FFA sponsors board.  “We want to make sure we have a strong … Continue reading →

“Make sure that you are yourself. You’re smiling like you always would and you have to be careful and not let your nerves get in the way of your personality shining through.” -Tate Stevenson http://www.ffaconvention.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/JobInterview_TateStevenson.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | … Continue reading →