Author Archives: Carissa Larry
Beef Production – Placement Duncan Patton – Georgia
Duncan Patton of the Madison County High School FFA Chapter in Georgia started his supervised agricultural experience (SAE) with only basic beef cattle management skills that he picked up while riding with his dad to work the family’s cattle herd: … Continue reading
Agriscience Research – Integrated Systems Lauren Roberts – Florida
Lauren Roberts of the Trenton FFA Chapter in Florida gained the inspiration for her research project when she gave a speech in the seventh grade about the declining honey bee population. The goal of her research was to find a … Continue reading
Agricultural Services – Entrepreneurship/Placement Cade Riggin – Kansas
Cade Riggin of the Riverton FFA Chapter in Kansas works for his family’s custom harvesting business, harvesting crops for farmers who may not have the proper equipment or time to do the task themselves. He travels across multiple states to … Continue reading
Agricultural Sales – Entrepreneurship Braylee Finck – Illinois
Braylee Finck of the Maroa-Forsyth FFA Chapter in Illinois operates a floral design business called Petals & Blooms. She prepares arrangements for proms, weddings, funerals, showers and graduations. She is completely in charge of all business purchases, sales and designs. … Continue reading
Agricultural Communications – Entrepreneurship/Placement Gabby Barber – Oklahoma
Gabby Barber of the Lawton FFA Chapter in Oklahoma has a supervised agricultural experience (SAE) that is rooted in photography, writing and, speaking with others. She got her start as chapter reporter but grew that into becoming chief editor of … Continue reading
“We don’t create agriculturists , we create good people ” – Isaac Valencia
Isaac Valencia ,California State Reporter, shares his story as an Ag teacher and some words of advice for those wanting to be in his position. Isaac is glad to be a part of the very first FFA Spanish Opening Ceremony. … Continue reading
History being made at The FFA First Spanish Opening Ceremony : Miriam Alvarado
Miriam Alvarado tells us how she was introduced to the FFA and how her roots in agriculture run deeper than just her . Mariam strongly believes that the FFA has helped her realize that “the people around her will help … Continue reading
The first conducted FFA Spanish Opening Ceremony : Karla De La Cruz
Karla De La Cruz , State Treasurer of Wyoming, explains how she fell in love with agriculture and the atmosphere of the FFA . She says that she “has seen farmers struggle and that “they can be successful”. She explains … Continue reading
Myra Foster part of Global Company “Sealed Air” talks on food preservation
Myra Foster lead of Sustainability ,Strategy and Advocacy of “Sealed Air” talks about how being a minority in Agriculture sets the tone for future farming and packaging . Her company focuses on food preservation and protection. Carissa Larry sits down … Continue reading
Lieutenant Governor and The Director of Agriculture of Indiana are “thrilled”
Lieutenant Governor and The Director of Agriculture of Indiana Suzanne Crouch and Bruce Kettler speak on how the FFA broadens the horizon of agriculture and Agriculture Education. Carissa Larry takes a seat and interviews both Indiana Dignitaries. http://www.ffaconvention.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/LieutenantGovernorSuzanne-1.mp3Podcast: Play in … Continue reading