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A Focus on Soy Quality
https://www.ffa.org/agribusiness-systems/a-focus-on-soy-quality/
Soybeans may not be a hot topic of discussion among many high school students, but for one FFA chapter in Illinois, they are creating quite a buzz.
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Corey Flournoy’s Serendipitous Success
https://www.ffa.org/alumni-supporters/serendipitous-success-corey-flournoy-ffa-president-illinois/
The unexpected story of a youth from Chicago who finds his niche in FFA, helps establish a culture of diversity and cultivates a thriving career as an alumnus.
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Say What? The Glossary of Commodity Marketing
https://www.ffa.org/ag-101/commodity-marketing-say-what/
If you’re not sure whether you’re in a bull or bear market or if you should be looking at fundamentals or technicals, this glossary of commonly used commodity marketing terms can help.
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Ag Angle: Crescent City, California
https://www.ffa.org/ag-angle/ag-angle-crescent-city-california/
“We love the critters on our farm: chickens, sheep, geese, turkeys, cows and even elk. I captured this while we were out moving one of our chicken coops to a different paddock in the pasture."
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Talking Points
https://www.ffa.org/ag-101/talking-points-speakag/
In preparation for National Ag Day on March 21, think about how you might answer potential questions consumers have about agriculture. Riley Pagett, the director of advocacy and government relations for the National FFA Organization, provides some ideas. Is agriculture still relevant? Do farmers still exist? Now more than ever, the world needs people pursuing careers in agriculture to feed, fuel and clothe a growing population. Not only do farmers and ranchers help achieve those goals, but there are 235 unique careers in the science, business and technology sectors of agriculture. Check out AgExplorer.com for more information. Are farmers trustworthy? When people make accusations about our industry, it is likely because they are less than familiar with agriculture. We encourage FFA members to provide consumers with specific examples or stories about their agricultural pursuits – or about an agriculturist they know in the industry. Students can also share specific statistics or facts from agriculture in their region of the country. That way, we all create a foundation to support our statements. What kind of farming do [...]
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On The Record: Easton Corbin
https://www.ffa.org/ffa-membership/what-i-know-easton-corbin/
Country music Easton Corbin star talks with FFA New Horizons about the lessons he learned as an FFA member, the values that drive him today and the pride he holds as an alumnus.
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It Takes Two: Twins Serve as State FFA Officers in Three States
https://www.ffa.org/state-officer/it-takes-two-twins-serve-as-state-ffa-officers-in-three-states/
California, Connecticut and Montana each elected twin siblings to serve as state FFA officers for the 2016-17 term.
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National Officer Q & A: Spring 2017
https://www.ffa.org/national-ffa-officers/national-officer-q-a-spring-2017/
We ask the National FFA Officer Team why they chose to run for their positions.
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Career Overview: Plant Systems
https://www.ffa.org/ag-101/career-overview-plant-systems/
People who work in the Plant Systems pathway study plants and their growth.
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Career Overview: Food Products and Processing
https://www.ffa.org/food-products-processing-systems/career-overview-food-products-and-processing/
Chew on this: as society continues to focus on diet and health, this career pathway continues to expand.
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Career Overview: Power, Structural and Technical Systems
https://www.ffa.org/ag-101/career-overview-power-structural-and-technical-systems/
Individuals entering the Power, Structural and Technical Systems career pathway usually enjoy working with equipment and all things technical.
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Career Overview: Natural Resource Systems
https://www.ffa.org/ag-101/career-overview-natural-resource-systems/
If spending time outdoors interacting with nature is a favorite pastime for you, a career in Natural Resource Systems could be a good fit.
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Career Overview: Environmental Service Systems Jobs
https://www.ffa.org/environmental/career-overview-environmental-service-systems-jobs/
Interested in making the world a cleaner place? A career in Environmental Services may be the pathway for you.
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Career Overview: Biotechnology Systems Jobs
https://www.ffa.org/ag-101/career-overview-biotechnology-systems-jobs/
Calling all science whiz-kids! A career in Biotechnology Systems may have been under your microscope all along.
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Career Overview: Agribusiness Systems Jobs
https://www.ffa.org/parliamentary-procedures/career-overview-agribusiness-systems-jobs/
Careers in Agribusiness Systems typically focus on utilizing innovative technology in order to increase profitability and efficiency.
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Career Overview: Animal Systems
https://www.ffa.org/ag-101/career-overview-animal-systems-jobs/
If you’re an animal lover, you may find your niche in an Animal Systems career.
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Recruitment By The Book
https://www.ffa.org/chapter-focus/recruitment-by-the-book/
When a Minnesota FFA chapter was asked about writing a book for kindergartners in their school district, they jumped at the opportunity to share the story of the blue jacket.
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The School at the Zoo
https://www.ffa.org/chapter-focus/the-school-at-the-zoo/
Most high school students would jump at the chance to spend half their school day at the local zoo.
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Ag Education’s Centennial Celebration
https://www.ffa.org/ffa-history/ag-educations-centennial-celebration/
Can you imagine an education system that didn’t offer a single animal science, horticulture or home economics class?
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Pop Quiz: FFA Framework
https://www.ffa.org/the-feed/pop-quiz-ffa-framework/
Surprise! It’s time to see how well you recall important dates in FFA history. Can you match these events with the years they took place?
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Write the Right Resume
https://www.ffa.org/career-success/write-the-right-resume/
Here’s how to use premier leadership, personal growth and career success to build a great resume.
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Welcome to the “New” FFA New Horizons!
https://www.ffa.org/the-feed/welcome-to-the-new-ffa-new-horizons/
Allow me to be the first to welcome you to the redesigned FFA New Horizons magazine!
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Spring 2017: FFA in the USA
https://www.ffa.org/chapter-focus/spring-2017-ffa-in-the-usa/
FFA chapters and state associations nationwide share their recent highlights.
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Missouri: State President Speaks to General Assembly
https://www.ffa.org/ffa-in-the-usa/missouri-ffa-state-president-speaks-to-general-assembly/
It's an annual tradition among many state FFA associations to visit with state government leaders as a way to promote FFA and agricultural education.
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Heading to College? An Ag Degree Could Land You a Job
https://www.ffa.org/career-success/heading-to-college-an-ag-degree-could-land-you-a-job/
A recent survey reports that students getting ready to enter the workforce are often overlooking one of the top hiring sectors – agriculture. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, employers have nearly 60,000 job openings in agriculture annually, but only 35,000 students with the proper training and education to fill these jobs. In fact, only 3 percent of students recognize the agriculture industry as a top hiring sector. Thankfully, today’s agriculture industry offers a wide array of career paths for individuals with interest in technology, science, education, agriculture and business – among other fields. From agriculture economists, to crop consultants and engineers, experts in multiple fields are needed to feed the world’s growing population. To help close this gap, the America’s Farmers Grow Ag Leaders program, sponsored by the Monsanto Fund, is awarding scholarships to help develop the next generation of agriculture leaders. Students looking to pursue higher education in an agriculture-related field of study from a two- or four-year program or trade school are eligible to apply for a $1,500 scholarship until Feb. 1, [...]
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