Category Archives: 2019 Convention
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
Cargill: Investing in the Future of Agriculture
Cargill has been partnering with the National FFA Organization for 60 years, donating a total of $16 million to invest in the future of agriculture. To continue their efforts, Cargill will donate $2.1 million over the next three years, including … Continue reading
John Deere: Brand New 8RX Debuts at National FFA Convention
John Deere debuted its brand new 2020 8RX tractor at the 92nd National FFA Convention & Expo. Aaron Ticknor is the large tractor marketing specialist with John Deere. He explains the features of the new tractor. John Deere is a … 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
FFA Experience Booth really is an Experience
Ambra Tennery joined Hannah Borg to share more about the FFA experience booth. This booth offers FFA members a hands-on opportunity to learn more about the history and the future of FFA. http://www.ffaconvention.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/The-FFA-Experience-Booth_01.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download
Rhode Island: It All Started Here
Although Rhode Island is the smallest state in America, Narragansett FFA member Ariana Seigh says it doesn’t stop them from creating a big impact in agriculture. Narragansett FFA was selected to represent Rhode Island in the Hall of States display … Continue reading
National FFA Foundation Board of Trustees Chair Lyle Orwig
Hannah Borg caught up with Lyle Orwig, National FFA Foundation’s Board of Trustees Chair. He gives an insightful look into the governance of National FFA. http://www.ffaconvention.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Lyle-Orwig-Board-of-Trustees_01.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download
Delaware Grown: FFA Members Represent State’s Ag Industry
The Hall of States display in the Indiana Convention Center features exhibits from one chapter per state. Delaware was represented by the Appoquinimink FFA Chapter. Chapter member Jessie Schweiger shares the idea behind her state’s display. Alex Voichoskie reports. http://www.ffaconvention.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Appoquinimink-FFA-Deleware.mp3Podcast: … Continue reading