Tag Archives: National FFA Convention
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
Chickens make Schlosnagle a finalist for Star in Agribusiness
Chelsey Schlosnagle, from the Collins FFA chapter, received he first chickens when she was six years old and has grown this passion into her own egg production company. Chelsey’s Eggs, Schlosnagles company, are sold in local markets in and around … Continue reading
Chapter webside inspires Zimmerman to start business
What started as a simple chapter website sparked Aaron Zimmerman’s interest for media design. AMZ video and graphics is Aaron’s media design company that specializes in producing media for agriculture and livestock operations. Our own Jamye Freeman sat with Zimmerman … Continue reading
US Secretary of Education ,Arne Duncan, speaks to members
The United States Secretary of Education, Arne Duncan, brings greetings to FFA members on behalf of the United States Department of Education. Secretary Duncan also allowed a group interview to be held where he was asked about agriculture and education … 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
Steves Wins Agri-Science Student Award
Mary Steves from California is the winner of the FFA Agri-Science Student award. She was one of eight finalists. Steves says alot of hard work went into preparing her agri-science presentation. http://www.ffaconvention.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/Steves.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download
Baker Wins National Prepared Public Speaking Contest
Kaylen Baker from the Yukon FFA Chapter in Oklahoma won the national prepared public speaking contest. Her topic was miniature cattle. http://www.ffaconvention.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/Kaylen.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download
Pombo Wins Specialty Animal Production Proficiency
Damon E. Pombo of the Tracy FFA Chapter in California raises a herd of Boer goats. He has 150 breeding does and three bucks. Originally, Pombo sold his goats for purebred breeding stock, market show goats and ethnic niche meat. … Continue reading
Famuliner Wins Grain Production Entrepreneurship Proficiency
Mark Famuliner is a member of the Carrollton FFA Chapter in Missouri. He comes from a hundred-year legacy of crop production. Famuliner started his SAE with 23 acres of corn and 57 acres of beans that he share-cropped for his … Continue reading