Tag Archives: Kentucky
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
Kentucky FFA member Chelsey Schlosnagle named American Star in Agribusiness
Chelsey Schlosnagle remembers the fun she had as a small girl selling farm-fresh eggs to members of her church. Thanks to word of mouth, demand for her eggs grew. Quickly. “One day, an upscale restaurant in the area called to … Continue reading
Powel wins national proficiency award
Daniella Renae Powell of the Estill County FFA chapter in Irvine, Kentucky, is a student worker at her school greenhouse and a seasonal worker at a local floral shop and greenhouse. When she began her jobs, she was given simple … Continue reading
Richardson Named Star Farmer Finalist
Alex Richardson from the Mead County, Kentucky FFA Chapter has been named an American Star Farmer Finalist. The National FFA Organization selects 16 finalists (four per award) for the organization’s top awards: American Star Farmer, American Star in Agribusiness, American … Continue reading
Model of Excellence Winner Named
The Model of Excellence is an award that recognizes an outstanding chapter in the organization based on their student, community, and chapter development. This year’s winner is the Spencer County FFA Chapter from Kentucky. According to two of their chapter … Continue reading
Meredith Wins FFA Star in Agri-Business
Farming has always played a role in Alexander Meredith’s life. A resident of Glendale, Ky., his interest in horticulture began at an early age, and as a young entrepreneur he began delving into horticulture sales. His initiative has now won … Continue reading