Mila Zink, Author at National FFA Organization

About the Author: Mila Zink

From the small town of Louisville, Illinois, I am a proud and involved member of the North Clay FFA Chapter, where I currently serve as the Chapter Vice President. I love all things public speaking, interviewing, writing, reading, and livestock judging. My favorite CDE/LDE is Creed Speaking. This summer I was honored to compete and place 3rd at the Illinois FFA State Creed Speaking Contest. I am so excited to bring everyone stories highlighting local agriculture and FFA members!

From Blue Jackets to Crowns: How FFA Shaped Fair Queen Leaders
Believe it or not, FFA members and county fair queens have a lot in common! Paris Van Dyke and Jordyn Fourez share how FFA impacted their fair queen experience.

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By Mila ZinkPublished On: April 20th, 2026Categories: FFA in the USA, FFA in the USA EmailTags: County Fair Queen, Eastern Region, fair queen, FFA in the USA, Illinois, Leadership, pageant, pageantsViews: 272
Pickleball With a Purpose
The North Clay FFA Chapter in Illinois hosted a pickleball tournament to celebrate the beginning of National FFA Week.

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By Mila ZinkPublished On: March 6th, 2026Categories: FFA in the USATags: Eastern Region, fundraiser, Illinois, North Clay FFA, pickleballViews: 42
Built on Service: How Haven Cash Turns Purpose Into Action
Haven Cash shares her experiences on how she is "Living to Serve" as a passion agriculturist with over 200 hours of community service.

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By Mila ZinkPublished On: October 22nd, 2025Categories: FFA in the USATags: Community Service, Eastern Region, Illinois, Illinois FFA, living to serveViews: 279

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From Blue Jackets to Crowns: How FFA Shaped Fair Queen Leaders

Pickleball With a Purpose

Built on Service: How Haven Cash Turns Purpose Into Action