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Bemis Wins Fruit Production Proficiency
Trenton Michael Bemis of the Lincoln A. C.H.M. FFA Chapter in Wisconson is the fourth generation of his family to be involved in cranberry production. He works at one of five facilities in the state that packages fresh cranberries. He … Continue reading
Osterberg Wins Fiber and Oil Crop Production Proficiency
Taylor Osterberg of the McCook Central FFA Chapter in South Dakota grew up on a one thousand acre farm of corn and soybeans. He rents 38 acres for soybeans each year. Osterberg learned how to haul grain, apply fertilizer, prepare … Continue reading
Macedo Wins Environmental Science and Natural Resources Proficiency
Alexandra Macedo of the Tulare FFA Chapter in California works with her mother as a lab technician. She began her work collecting environmental samples and taking photos. Macedo learned to be a steward of the environment and study rules and … Continue reading
Conaway Wins Diversified Horticulture Proficiency
Joshua Conaway is a member of the Ringwood FFA Chapter in Oklahoma. He started his lawn care business to save money for college. Through his experiences and what he learned in agriculture classes, lawn care has developed into a passion. … Continue reading
Jeffiers Wins Beef Production Placement Proficiency
Matthew Jeffiers from the Spencer County FFA Chapter in Kentucky works for an Angus beef operation. He gained experience in genetics and cattle breeding through artificial insemination and embryo transfer. Jeffiers also learned to become stronger at disease detection and … Continue reading
Porter Wins Ag Mechanics Energy Systems Proficiency
James Porter is from the Echols County FFA Chapter in Georgia. He learned agriculture mechanics skills working for his family’s business. He gained experience learning to perform routine maintenance on the machinery. Porter developed higher level skills and is now … Continue reading
Agri-Science Finalist Digs Up Field and Lab Research
Analiese Scrivano from Bakersfield, California competed for the star in Agri-Science. From cotton to carrot plants, she has worked with them all. http://www.ffaconvention.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/Analiese.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download
Missourian Wins FFA Creed Speaking
“I believe.” Not only the theme of this year’s FFA Convention, but also the two words that start each paragraph of the FFA Creed written by E.M. Tiffany. At contest each year, FFA members can recite the creed to a … Continue reading
Iowa FFA Member Competes for National Star in Agri-Science
Vivian Bernau from the Southeast Polk FFA Chapter in Pleasant Hill, Iowa is one of four finalists competing for the National Star in Agri-Science. According to National FFA, stars in agri-science finalists in this category have mastered researching skills. Bernau … Continue reading
FFA is Going NASCAR
FFA with Farm American and Furniture Row Racing will partner for the 2012 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Season. This partnership was made to tell the story of agriculture, with a focus on today and the future. At the FFA Career … Continue reading