Category Archives: 2011 Convention
Meredith Wins FFA Star in Agri-Business
Farming has always played a role in Alexander Meredith’s life. A resident of Glendale, Ky., his interest in horticulture began at an early age, and as a young entrepreneur he began delving into horticulture sales. His initiative has now won … Continue reading
Anders Olson wins Agricultural Sales Profiency
For nearly half a century, the family of Anders Olson of the Tekamah-Herman FFA Chapter in Nebraska has owned a farm machinery auction house. Each year, the business holds two consignment auctions and several estate sales. Olson has added his … Continue reading
Dalton Black wins Agricultural Mechanics Repair and Maintenance Profiency
For Dalton L. Black of the Buhler FFA Chapter in Kansas, it’s all about a hard day’s work and having that wrench in his hand. After a few years installing lawn irrigation, he found success with a hydraulics company. Now, … Continue reading
Garret South wins Agricultural Mechanics Design and Fabrication Proficiency
Garrett South of the Franklin County FFA Chapter in Carnesville, Georgia had an SAE before he knew what an SAE was. His family operates a trailer manufacturing company for cattle, horses and flat bed trailers. South enjoys the feeling of … Continue reading
Vculek Wins Star Farmer
Cole Vculek from North Dakota is the star farmer winner. What began as a two-acre onion crop in 2005 has since expanded to a 640-acre diversified crop farm for Vculek. It could be just the beginning, as he hopes to … Continue reading
Steves Wins Agri-Science Student Award
Mary Steves from California is the winner of the FFA Agri-Science Student award. She was one of eight finalists. Steves says alot of hard work went into preparing her agri-science presentation. http://www.ffaconvention.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/Steves.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download
Baker Wins National Prepared Public Speaking Contest
Kaylen Baker from the Yukon FFA Chapter in Oklahoma won the national prepared public speaking contest. Her topic was miniature cattle. http://www.ffaconvention.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/Kaylen.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download
National Officers Parent Recognition
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Price Wins Vet Medicine Proficiency
Nicole Asheley Price of the Plano East FFA Chapter in Texas, works at a veterinary clinic. She has taken several veterinary classes at her school. Price is knowledgeable in common terminology, anatomy and physiology; hospital procedures and parasitology. She plans … Continue reading
Achterberg Wins Swine Production Entrepreneurship Proficiency
Bridget Rae Achterberg of the Abbotsford FFA Chapter in Wisconsin started her swine operation purchasing her first 10 pigs from her grandparents. She started breeding show pigs, learning to artificially inseminate the gilts. Achterberg also mastered the skills of vaccinating, … Continue reading