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SD FFA Names New Executive Secretary

Published May 29, 2026

Audra Scheel is the new South Dakota FFA executive secretary. Scheel has more than 14 years of experience in youth development, agriculture and community engagement. That includes time as a 4-H Extension agent in Sanborn, Jerauld and Buffalo counties.
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Giving Back

Published April 21, 2026

During the South Dakota State FFA Day of Service, members packaged food to be distributed throughout the state. South Dakota FFA Foundation President Sandy Osterday said it's become a tradition at the state convention. Meals of Hope brings all of…
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SD FFA Convention Draws 2,800 to Brookings

Published April 19, 2026

The South Dakota State FFA Convention is underway in Brookings, with over 2,800 students and family members expected to attend. South Dakota FFA Foundation Executive Director Gerri Eide says students have plenty to be excited about for this year's convention.…
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Honoring Excellence in Agriscience

Published April 17, 2025

The South Dakota FFA Foundation has established the Chilson Agriscience Sweepstakes Endowment with a legacy gift from long-time ag teacher Jim Chilson. An award will be presented annually to a high school junior or senior FFA member who demonstrates achievement…
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Meet the 2025-26 South Dakota FFA Leadership Team

Published April 6, 2025

The excitement of state FFA conventions culminates in the announcement of the new state officers for the year. The 2025-26 South Dakota State Officers are: Reporter, Ireland McAreavey of Tri-Valley; Secretary, Kate Meyer of Sisseton; Treasurer, Elena Andrews of Beresford;…
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Preparing Students for a Career in Agriculture

Published November 30, 2024

South Dakota FFA hosted 600 students from across the state for a series of leadership development events over the weekend in Box Elder, South Dakota. South Dakota FFA Foundation Executive Director Gerri Eide says these events help prepare students with…
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Milbank FFA Competes with Pride at Nationals

Published October 25, 2024

The Milbank FFA Food Science team competed at the National Convention. South Dakota State Vice President Raul Berrones ranked gold alongside his silver-ranking teammates Grace Weston, Sunne DeBoer, and Samuel Shelstad. Overall as a team, they were ranked bronze. “That’s…
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Connecting at the National Level

Published October 25, 2024

South Dakota FFA State Reporter Hailey Kizer is glad to be at the National Convention and Expo. Although delegation work is her primary role, Kizer really enjoys getting to meet up with old and new friends throughout the convention. “I…
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