Author Archives: Michelle Stangler
2022 Agricultural Processing – Entrepreneurship/Placement Recipient Ethan Meissner
Ethan David Meissner of the Marshfield FFA Chapter in Wisconsin works at his local meat processing facility. At the beginning of his supervised agricultural experience, he cleaned the processing facility and assisted customers in loading up their purchased products. When … Continue reading
2022 Agricultural Mechanics Repair and Maintenance – Placement Recipient Caden Keck
Caden Keck of the West Muskingum FFA Chapter in Ohio works for Ross Agri Mechanics, an equipment service and repair shop. His early tasks were simple ones including greasing equipment, completing oil changes and replacing basic filters. After four years … Continue reading
2022 Agriculture Education – Entrepreneurship/Placement Recipient Emily Hoyt
When she was a freshman, Emily Hoyt of the Audrain Co. R-VI FFA Chapter in Missouri was encouraged to take part in an Ag in the Classroom program. She was soon challenged to grow the existing program and even applied … Continue reading
Living to Serve is a Focus for Keynote Speaker Tamika Catchings
One of the most decorated athletes of all time, Tamika Catchings has left an indelible mark at every level of the game. Catchings is a 4-time Olympic gold medalist, 10-time WNBA All-Star, 5-time Defensive Player of the Year, and a … Continue reading
Giving to the National FFA Organization Includes a Sponsored Race Car
There are many ways Nutrien Ag Solutions supports the National FFA Organization including a “Give Back to Your Roots” program to fund FFA chapters in local communities in addition to alumni chapters. It’s important for the company to support student … Continue reading
Repurposing FFA Banners for Many Items is a Sustainable Choice
A new partnership began with the People for Urban Progress when the National FFA organization saw the need to repurpose banners from events and programs throughout the year, including the National FFA Convention and Expo. Using banners and scraps from … Continue reading
Incoming National FFA Advisor Reflects Before Starting the New Role
In this role, which will begin on Jan. 1, 2023, Dr. Travis Park will serve as chairperson of the National FFA Board of Directors, where he will provide oversight for the National FFA Organization. He will advise the National FFA … Continue reading
Interactive Activities to Engage Students at the Expo is Vital
In addition to their sponsorship of the National FFA organization, Bayer is one of the many companies at the expo to offer interactive activities. Their booth exposes students to hands on learning and resources to spark FFA members interest of … Continue reading
National FFA Secretary Reflects on Year of Service
Challenging FFA members no matter their background was one way Jackson Sylvester served the year as a National FFA Officer. The Delaware native saw many ways members lived to serve throughout traveling the nation. He shares more with Broadcast Desk … Continue reading
National FFA Central Region Vice President Reflects on Year of Service
Meeting FFA members from across the nation, Cortney Zimmerman knew it was going to be a year of memories. The Wisconsin native faced some challenges this past year, but her advice for members is to just go for it. She … Continue reading