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Teaching the Next Generation

Posted on October 31, 2015 by Kelsey Litchfield

The Winnemucca FFA Chapter in Nevada is helping teach the next generation about agriculture. Every year, they help Farm Bureau host Ag Day. Over 200 third graders come to the event where they rotate through the booths to learn about the different sectors of the agriculture industry.

Winnemucca’s role is to help present at the booths and assist in set-up and tear down. They are passionate about teaching young kids about where their food comes from.

Kelsey Litchfield talked with Winnemucca FFA members about their involvement with Ag Day.

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FFA Chapter Rallies to Rebuild Community After Wildfire

Posted on October 31, 2015 by Bryce Doeschot

The Chelan FFA Chapter in Washington came together to focus their efforts on rebuilding their community after a wildfire destroyed numerous homes, including the home of their chapter advisor, Mr. Rod Cool. The chapter then turned their efforts to helping a neighboring community that was also damaged by fire. Bryce Doeschot reporting…

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Emma Jones of Bear River FFA (CA) takes first in Prepared Public Speaking

Posted on October 31, 2015 by Nathan DeYoung

Winners of the National FFA Prepared Public Speaking Career Development Event (CDE) were announced Friday at the seventh session of the National FFA Convention & Expo. The event was held in conjunction with the 88th National FFA Convention & Expo in Louisville, Ky. Mr. Horace Johnson from North Carolina State University served as superintendent of this year’s event.

The top four individuals received cash awards to recognize their success in the event. The cash awards and the prepared public speaking event are sponsored by Monsanto as a special project of the National FFA Foundation and the National FFA Organization.

We are proud to sponsor the Prepared Public Speaking Career Development Event again this year, to help equip the next generation of agricultural leaders with tools for success,said Michael Parrish, Monsanto North America Corporate Engagement Lead. Mastering public speaking allows for students to excel in their future careers, but also allows them to become our industrys greatest voice.

The prepared public speaking CDE is designed to recognize outstanding FFA members for their ability to prepare and present a factual speech on a specific agricultural issue in a well thought-out and logical manner in a competitive setting. Members prepare and deliver an eight to ten minute speech from memory and respond to five minutes of questions. The event is just one way FFA members can develop their ability to communicate in a powerful, organized and professional manner.

The event, held at the Marriott Hotel and Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky., is one of many educational activities at the National FFA Convention & Expo in which FFA members practice the lessons learned in agricultural education classes.

Top Placing Individuals

1st Place– Emma Jones of Bear River FFA, CA
2nd Place– Samantha Young of Amanda-Clearcreek FFA, OH 3rd Place– Kalee Leistikow of Wapsie Valley FFA, IA
4th Place– Caitlyn Ochsner of Platte Valley FFA, CO

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Carlye Winfrey of Seminole FFA (TX) takes first in Creed Speaking

Posted on October 31, 2015 by Nathan DeYoung

Winners of the National FFA Creed Speaking Career Development Event (CDE) were announced Friday during the seventh session of the 88th National FFA Convention & Expo in Louisville, Ky. Mr. Greg Beard of California served as superintendent of the event.

The top four individuals received cash awards to recognize their success in the event. The cash awards and the Creed speaking event is sponsored by Red Brand as a special project of the National FFA Foundation and the National FFA Organization.

The National FFA Creed Speaking CDE is designed to recognize outstanding FFA members for their ability to present the National FFA Creed in a competitive setting. Members deliver the Creed from memory and respond to three questions. The event gives FFA members the opportunity to develop their ability to communicate in a powerful, organized and professional manner.

The event, held at the Hyatt Hotel in Louisville, Ky., is one of many educational activities at the National FFA Convention & Expo in which FFA members practice the lessons taught in agricultural education classes.

Top Placing Individuals

1st Place– Carlye Winfrey of Seminole FFA, TX
2nd Place– Kyler Vernon of Nipomo FFA, CA
3rd Place– Emily Kasinger of Trenton FFA, MO
4th Place– Grace Sink of Oneida Baptist Institute FFA, KY

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“Amplify Good”

Posted on October 31, 2015 by Kelsey Litchfield

Brad Montague, creator of Kid President, delivered the keynote address during the seventh general session of the 88th National FFA Convention & Expo.

Montague shared his past experiences with the audience and how he created Kid President with his little brother-in-law, Robby. The videos are made to inspire others and give them joy.

Kelsey Litchfield visited with Montague about his challenge to FFA members to “amplify good”.

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Wisconsin Tilapia – New Richmond FFA, WI

Posted on October 31, 2015 by Nathan DeYoung

The New Richmond FFA Chapter of Wisconsin uses aquaculture education to help feed their community. Radio reporter Nathan DeYoung caught up with the chapter to learn more about this program.

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Annalee Witte of Eastern Hancock FFA (IN) Takes First in Extemporaneous

Posted on October 31, 2015 by Bryce Doeschot

Winners of the National FFA Extemporaneous Public Speaking Career Development Event (CDE) were announced Friday during the seventh session of the National FFA Convention & Expo. The event was held in conjunction with the 88th National FFA Convention & Expo in Louisville, Ky. Dr. Allison Touchstone of Idaho served as the superintendent of this year’s national event. The top four individuals received cash awards to recognize their success in the event. The cash awards and the extemporaneous public speaking event are sponsored by the American Farm Bureau Federation as a special project of the National FFA Foundation and the National FFA Organization. The American Farm Bureau Federation is proud to sponsor the National FFA Organization and its members as they pursue their mission of premier leadership, personal growth, and career success.

The National FFA Extemporaneous Public Speaking CDE is designed to recognize outstanding FFA members for their ability to prepare and present a factual speech on a specific agricultural issue in a well thought out and logical manner. Members select one topic from a choice of categories, have thirty minutes to prepare a four to six minute speech, and respond to five minutes of questions following delivery. This event, held at the Hyatt Regency Hotel and Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky., is one of many educational activities at the National FFA Convention & Expo in which FFA members practice the lessons learned in agricultural education classes.

The National FFA Organization National Event Winners – Extemporaneous Public Speaking 2015

Top Placing Individuals 1st Place– Annalee Witte of Eastern Hancock FFA, IN

2nd Place– Jenna Nichol of West Valley FFA, CA

3rd Place– Josie Montoney of Amanda-Clearcreek FFA, OH

4th Place– Renae Sieck of Crete FFA, NE

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Session 7: Keynote Speaker Brad Montague

Posted on October 30, 2015 by Tom Brand

The creator of Kid President, Brad Montague (@thebradmontague), spoke to members during the seventh general session of the 88th National FFA Convention and Expo…