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Tanner Mickey of Illinois Named American Star Farmer Finalist

Tanner Mickey of Taylorville FFA in Illinois is a American Star Farmer Finalist at the 96th National FFA Convention & Expo. Tanner shared his FFA story with Broadcast Desk Intern Hannah Whetstone. http://www.ffaconvention.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/23StarFinalist_Farmer.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download

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Luke Jennings of Ohio Named American Star Farmer Finalist

Fresh food can sometimes be hard to come by in rural areas due to their isolation. That’s one reason why Luke Jennings of Felicity-Franklin FFA in Ohio is focused on supplying meat to his local community. Like many farmers, Jennings … Continue reading

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Texas FFA Member Honored as 2023 American Star Farmer Finalist

Callie Welty began raising a Brahman herd when she was in third grade with the support of her mother, aunt and ranching family. Her initial cow has since turned into an internationally known business that ships genetics overseas.  Learn more … Continue reading

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Emily Makos of Wisconsin Recognized as American Star Farmer Finalist

Four American Star Farmer finalists were recognized at the 95th National FFA Convention and Expo, including Emily Makos from Wisconsin. Through her Rabbit Production Supervised Agricultural Experience, she has grown her project to include 100 rabbits that she markets to … Continue reading

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