Category Archives: 2011 Convention
Star In Agri-Business Finalist Focuses on Food For Thought
Christian Alexandre from the Del Norte FFA Chapter in California competed for the star in agri-business. On his farm, he produces free-range chickens and sells the eggs to Whole Foods. http://www.ffaconvention.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/Alexandre.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download
Agricultural Mechanics Repair and Maintenance Proficiency Winner Announced
Austin Potthast joined the Farm Heritage Museum and developed an interest in tractor restoration. He worked for the president of the museum and learned the restoration process. Today he owns Little Acres Tractor Restoration and has restored and painted twelve … Continue reading
Agricultural Communications Proficiency Winner Announced
Chelsea Keiser’s supervised agricultural experience (SAE) project included experiences in public speaking and informing audiences about important agricultural issues. She developed skills collecting facts, writing and reporting on agriculture topics. Once of Chelsea’s accomplishments was serving as afternoon farm broadcaster … Continue reading
Missourian Wins FFA Creed Speaking
“I believe.” Not only the theme of this year’s FFA Convention, but also the two words that start each paragraph of the FFA Creed written by E.M. Tiffany. At contest each year, FFA members can recite the creed to a … Continue reading
Mixing Art and FFA to Discover Leadership and Passion
“Find your passion and live it” David Garibaldi, the keynote speaker for the seventh general session, spoke these words to FFA members in the audience. With a combination of motivational speaking, performance art and heart pumping music, Garibaldi encouraged FFA … Continue reading
Free-Range Chickens: The Focus of a Young Entrepreneur
Wesley Davis, president of the West Virginia FFA Association says his Agri-Entrepreneur project fills a demand for local food in his area of the state. Free-range chickens are his SAE project. He says there is a future in this business. … Continue reading
Agriscience Teacher of the Year named
Every year, one student and one teacher are recognized to their innovation and commitment in the agriscience field. This year, the Agriscience Teacher of the Year is Elizabeth Knapp of California. http://www.ffaconvention.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/ATY.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download
Spotlight on the Stars
Tom Eilerston, a member of the United South Central FFA Chapter, is one of four finalists for the National Star in Agricultural placement. The national winner will be announced at the Stars Over America Pageant in the eighth general session … Continue reading
Spotlight on the Stars
Tyler Rose, a member of the Washington County FFA Chapter, is one of four finalists for the National Star Farmer. The national winner will be announced at the Stars Over America Pageant in the eighth general session on Saturday morning. … Continue reading
Spotlight on the Stars
Alex Goeckel, a member of the Washington County FFA Chapter, is one of four finalists for the National Star in Agricultural placement. The national winner will be announced at the Stars Over America Pageant in the eighth general session on … Continue reading