Author Archives: Lydia Johnson
Custard at Convention: Culver’s Supports the Next Generation of Agriculture Leaders
60,000 scoops of vanilla custard served over 3 days- Oh my! Allison Demmer, Public Relations Manager for Culver’s, shares about the ‘Thank You Farmers’ program and initiatives the restaurant chain conducts to support agriculture and FFA members across the country. … Continue reading
Erik Robinson, 2021-2022 National FFA Southern Region Vice President, Reflects on Year of Service
Erik Robinson has been touched by FFA members from all corners of the country while serving as the 2021-2022 National FFA Southern Region Vice President. The Georgia native notes that his favorite memories during the past year occurred while traveling … Continue reading
Natasha Cox, President of Indiana Corn Marketing Council, Addresses FFA Members at Kickoff Luncheon
Natasha Cox, President of the Indiana Corn Marketing Council and Regional Vice President of Ag Lending at Farm Credit Mid-America, addressed students, advisors, and partners at the FFA Kickoff Luncheon. From learning through her professional and leadership roles, Natasha explains … Continue reading
Meet Your 2021-22 Southern Region Vice President
INDIANAPOLIS (Saturday, Oct. 30, 2021/National FFA Organization) – Students from Delaware, Georgia, Kentucky, Oregon, Washington and Wisconsin were elected by National FFA Delegates today to serve as 2021-22 National FFA Officers. These members were selected from 37 candidates vying for … Continue reading
Meet the 2021-22 Western Region Vice President
INDIANAPOLIS (Saturday, Oct. 30, 2021/National FFA Organization) – Students from Delaware, Georgia, Kentucky, Oregon, Washington and Wisconsin were elected by National FFA Delegates today to serve as 2021-22 National FFA Officers. These members were selected from 37 candidates vying for … Continue reading
2021 Small Animal Production and Care – Entrepreneurship/Placement Winner Ty Williams
Ty Williams of the Dawson FFA Chapter in Texas has a California breeding rabbit operation. He sells and exhibits market rabbits. Though he’s been showing rabbits since he was nine years old, he didn’t own his own operation until he … Continue reading
2021 Swine Production – Placement Winner Britney Oehler
Britney Oehler of the Harrah FFA Chapter in Oklahoma works for Top Notch Genetics, caring for thirteen sows, two boar studs, and three show gilts, as well as breeding and selling show swine and semen. The operation primarily raises Durocs … Continue reading
2021 Turf Grass Management – Entrepreneurship/Placement Winner Robert Gray
Robert Gray of the Western Brown FFA Chapter in Ohio started his foray into lawn care when his grandmother needed help maintaining her property. He began mowing and weed-eating her yard every other weekend. His interest in the work grew … Continue reading
National FFA Organization Names Georgia Resident 2021 Star in Agribusiness
INDIANAPOLIS (Friday, Oct. 29, 2021/National FFA Organization) – While raising crops and livestock has always been the core of agriculture, talented workers with a variety of skills and specialties help ensure the industry’s success. Tyler Ertzberger, with the Franklin County … Continue reading
2021 American Star in Agribusiness Finalist, Wyatt Harlan
Wyatt Harlan of the Slaton FFA Chapter in Slaton, Texas, is being recognized as one of four American Star Finalists in Agribusiness. He started the business Peacock Circle H Outfitters that raises pheasants and organizes guided hunts for clients. Wyatt … Continue reading