Tag Archives: Illinois FFA
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
2023 Goat Production- Entrepreneurship/Placement National Proficiency Winner Chase Hummel
Chase Hummel of the Tri-Point FFA Chapter in Illinois works with his family’s livestock show goat breeding division, raising approximately 500 head of meat goats annually to be sold as 4-H and FFA projects across the country. He became responsible … Continue reading
2023 Swine Production- Entrepreneurship National Proficiency Winner Davis Howell
Davis Howell of the Clinton FFA Chapter in Illinois has a supervised agricultural experience (SAE) consisting of two projects: breeding swine and show swine. For his breeding operation, he has between 12 and 15 sows and gilts along with a … Continue reading
2023 Agriscience Research-Animal Systems Winner Jay Bliler
Jay Bliler of the Taylorville FFA Chapter in Illinois has conducted his research in partnership with JRW Calf Ranch, using their equipment, feed, medications and 80 beef cattle. His objective was to conduct research and share his findings on how … Continue reading
National FFA Eastern Region Vice President Reflects on Year of Service
Memories from across the nation were made for this year’s National FFA Eastern Region Vice President Gracie Murphy. Hailing from Illinois, she embraced the real moments by sharing special videos on social media and meeting people from the east to … Continue reading