Articles tagged under: National FFA Convention
A Hot Commodity
Published October 30, 2022
North Dakota State University Assistant Professor of Agricultural Education Brook Thiel was at National FFA Convention, hoping to spur students to continue in ag education after their time in high school ends. "There is a teacher shortage across the country…Kline Takes Active Role in Delegate Sessions
Published October 30, 2022
North Dakota State FFA President Amy Kline stepped into a delegate role at the National FFA Convention. "I was on the Conduct Standards Implementation Committee and served as a discussion leader where I helped encourage discussion and set the framework."…CHS Recruits Future Employees in Indy
Published October 30, 2022
The National FFA Convention trade show featured more than 300 exhibitors. CHS Intern Program Manager Carly Potter was at the expo looking for future CHS employees. "I think FFA really prepares students for that next step. When I first meet…Minnesota FFA Flocks to National Convention
Published October 30, 2022
Minnesota had a large delegation iin Indianapolis for the FFA convention. "We have almost 16,000 students involved in FFA and over 1,000 of them are at convention," reports Minnesota FFA Interim Executive Diector Lavyne Rada. The convention is a life-long…Kindred FFA Makes Top 3
Published October 30, 2022
The Kindred, North Dakota FFA farm business management team placed third in the national competition. Team member Brett Baumgarten says it’s been an incredible experience. "My initial thought was there's no way this is actually happening; I was just in…National FFA Convention Ticks Closer
Published October 21, 2022
The National FFA Convention kicks off this week in Indianapolis. "We've been pretty busy preparing and working with chapters across the country," said Kristy Meyer, communicaitons manager. "We're expecting close to 65,000 people." The flood of blue jackets boosts the…Vilsack: Diverse Agriculture Career Opportunities Available
Published November 1, 2021
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack had a few things to say to the National FFA Convention attendees last week. Vilsack made virtual remarks, mostly focused on building careers in agriculture. "I know you all can lead the way to change and…Exploring the Collegiate Section of the National FFA Expo
Published November 1, 2021
There’s a collegiate section of the National FFA Expo. The University of Minnesota, South Dakota State University and North Dakota State University all had a presence at the event last week. Oakes-Sargent-Central North Dakota FFA Chapter Greenhand Olivia Throener walked…SD FFA Delegates Discuss Ways to Make a Difference
Published November 1, 2021
During the National FFA Convention, delegates considered ways to improve the organization. South Dakota FFA State President Tessa Erdmann from Groton, South Dakota served on the ag education and retention committee. "We're excited to promote the scholarships we have available…