Author Archives: Thomas Shaw
Star in Ag Placement Finalist: Matt Ries
When Matt Ries looks around at his family’s farrow-to-finish hog farm, his eyes behold more than just agriculture at work. He sees an opportunity to help feed the growing population of the world. “I want to help make our farm … Continue reading
Star in Ag Placement Finalist: Kellie Einck
When Kellie Einck was a youngster, she found horsepower and torque far more interesting than playing dress up. The Paullina, Iowa, resident’s fascination with engine mechanics eventually led her to take agriculture and power in addition to other technical courses … Continue reading
Pittsfield FFA from Illinois Named 2017 National Premier Chapter: Building Communities Winner
INDIANAPOLIS (Oct. 26, 2017/National FFA Organization) – Pittsfield FFA from Illinois has been named the 2017 National Premier Chapter: Building Communities winner at the 90th National FFA Convention & Expo in Indianapolis. The National Chapter Award program recognizes outstanding FFA … Continue reading
Culvers: $1 Million Plus Donated to FFA
The Wisconsin based restaurant franchise Culvers, has donated over one million dollars to the National FFA Organization through local, state, and national donations. While at convention, Culvers recognized their 3rd annual FFA Essay Contest where chapters can earn monies to … Continue reading
Give The Gift of Blue
With the gracious support of individual and company contributions, the National FFA Foundation’s Give the Gift of Blue program provides FFA members who can not afford a jacket the opportunity to apply for their very own blue corduroy FFA jacket. … Continue reading
Lieutenant Governor Suzanne Crouch Believes in FFA
Suzanne Crouch, Lieutenant Governor of Indiana, visited with FFA members during the first session of the 90th National FFA Convention. Crouch believe that FFA is strong and will continue to grow. Listen while, Thomas Shaw sits down with the Lieutenant Governor… … Continue reading
An Oklahoma FFA member claims the title as Champion Creed Speaker
Emily Kennedy of the Edmond FFA Chapter of Oklahoma was announced as the 2016 National FFA Creed Speaking Winner. Listen as Emily explains her experience… http://www.ffaconvention.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/CreedWinner.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download
Georgia FFA takes home the Job Interview CDE Winner
Winners of the National FFA Job Interview Career Development Event (CDE) were announced Friday at the annual awards banquet. The event was held in conjunction with the 89th National FFA Convention & Expo in Indianapolis. Dr. Kirk Swortzel from Mississippi … Continue reading
Wildlife Production and Management—Entrepreneurship/Placement Tyler Stewart—Ohio
Tyler Stewart of the East Clinton FFA Chapter in Lees Creek, Ohio, owns and operates his own quail hunting facility. He is involved in every aspect of the operation – from hatching chicks to releasing the adult quail into a … Continue reading
Grain Production—Entrepreneurship Andrew E. Streff—South Dakota
Andrew E. Streff of the McCook Central FFA Chapter in Salem, S.D., persuaded his parents to rent him land to undertake his own agricultural endeavor. Starting with 10 acres in 2013 and working his way up to 60 acres last … Continue reading