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Kentucky Commissioner of Agriculture
Mr. James R. Comer visited the 87th National FFA Convention and encouraged students to go all out. Mr. Comer described his own FFA experiences and how FFA impacted his life. http://www.ffaconvention.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/Interview_JamesComer1.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download
American Star in Agricultural Placement – Jessica Woodworth
As a fifth generation farmer, Jessica helps her family produce swine and cattle as well as fresh produce at their farms, Flying W and MJW. Woodworth said she has learned how to successfully run a business and communicate with customers. … Continue reading
American Star Farmer Finalist – Tommy Allen
Thomas Michael Allen claims his love for agriculture and the dairy industry came from his grandfather. After receiving funds to purchase a dairy cow from his grandfather, Allen started his own business. The Wisconsin FFA member raises registered Jersey dairy … Continue reading
American Star Farmer Finalist – Josh Stutrud
When his family needed him the most, Joshua Stutrud took a larger role on the farm. It was then his interest in production agriculture ignited. The North Dakota FFA member has his own operation, growing wheat, barley, canola, alfalfa soybeans … Continue reading
American Star in Agriscience Finalist – Patrik Arkfeld
Patrick Arkfeld’s passion for livestock started when he received two Duroc gilts at age 10. Since then, he has grown his enterprise to 24 sows and interest in the field of science. The Nebraskan has spent more than 1,000 hours … Continue reading
American Star in Agriscience Finalist – Katie Osborne
Katie Osborne loves dairy cattle and science. As she started her agriscience research project, she combined the two to investigate a common disease in the dairy cattle industry. The Pennsylvania FFA member has researched studied mastitis, an infection in the … Continue reading
FFA GameDay
That’s not College GameDay outside of the National FFA Convention…..it’s FFA GameDay! RFD-TV broadcasts live before sessions of the 87th National FFA Convention & Expo with host, Orion Samuelson. Listen here as Kelsey Litchfield sat down with Mr. Samuelson where … Continue reading
Celebrating Agricultural Diversity Across America
The Hall of States display can be found on the Expo floor during the 87th National FFA Convention & Expo. The showcase’s unique state displays allow FFA members and advisors to see the traditions of each of the 50 states … Continue reading
A Wish Comes True
Ashley Denslow had one wish: to attend the 87th National FFA Convention & Expo. To make this come true, Make-A-Wish granted her wish and Ashley got to attend National FFA Convention. She shares her favorite moments as well as … Continue reading
A Life Without Limbs – An Interview with Nick Vujicic
The first keynote speaker of the 87th National FFA Convention & Expo was Nick Vujicic. Born with no arms and no legs, his story has inspired people around the world. Listen to this behind the scenes interview with Nick as … Continue reading