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Meet Katherine Fazzino 2018 Star in Agriscience Finalist
https://www.ffa.org/the-feed/katherine-fazzino-2018-star-in-agriscience-finalist/
When Katherine Fazzino’s father and grandfather needed an organic fertilizer that increased crop yields but would not damage the soil, Katherine came to the rescue.
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First Listen: #FFAJustOne Theme Music Drops on Spotify
https://www.ffa.org/news/first-listen-ffajustone-theme-music-drops-on-spotify/
To help get you pumped for the 2018 National FFA Convention & Expo, we created a special Spotify playlist with this year's theme song and more!
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Meet Dylan Finken 2018 Star Farmer Finalist
https://www.ffa.org/the-feed/meet-dylan-finken-2018-star-farmer-finalist/
When Dylan Finken set out to start his FFA supervised agricultural experience (SAE), he started working with what he had available: haying equipment on his father’s farm.
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Meet Laura Stobb 2018 Star Farmer Finalist
https://www.ffa.org/the-feed/laura-stobb-2018-star-farmer-finalist/
In her youth, Laura Stobb grew up around cattle—her grandparents’ herd, specifically.
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Meet Adam Eichacker 2018 Star Farmer Finalist
https://www.ffa.org/the-feed/meet-adam-eichacker-2018-star-farmer-finalist/
For many FFA members, their supervised agricultural experience (SAE) begins in freshman or sophomore year of high school.
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23 National Officer Candidates Advance to Phase 2 of Selection Process
https://www.ffa.org/the-feed/meet-the-2018-19-national-ffa-officer-candidates/
The 2018-19 National FFA Officer Team will be selected during the 91st National FFA Convention & Expo, electing six new FFA members to serve as the student leaders of the National FFA Organization. The process to become a national officer is arduous, with the candidates – each state FFA association can submit one individual member annually – taking part in an extensive interview process with a National FFA Officer Nominating Committee. The committee is comprised of students who interview and select the national FFA officers during each National FFA Convention & Expo. It takes a highly motivated person to become a successful National FFA Officer—an opportunity afforded to few members. Becoming a national officer requires members to learn about their passions and gain a better understanding of what life as a national officer is like. The life of a national officer is nonstop hard work and never-ending commitments, but it is a life-changing experience—one they will cherish forever. Forty-two candidates vied for national office this past weekend during Phase 1 of the 2018-19 National FFA Officer [...]
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FFA Today, Model of Excellence Award Winners
https://www.ffa.org/uncategorized/ffa-today-model-of-excellence-award-winners/
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Blue Jackets for Deserving Members
https://www.ffa.org/the-feed/blue-jackets-for-deserving-members/
A local committee donates 100 jackets to FFA members in need.
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5 Questions With Beth Bechdol, CEO of AgriNovus
https://www.ffa.org/the-feed/5-questions-with-beth-bechdol-ceo-of-agrinovus/
One of the FFA Blue Room's creators talks about its purpose, importance and best features.
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Sponsors Bring Innovation to Thousands of FFA Members
https://www.ffa.org/the-feed/sponsors-bring-innovation-to-thousands-of-ffa-members/
Sponsorship gives an innovative experience at National FFA Convention & Expo to not just one, but thousands of FFA members
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Continuing a Legacy: Meet the New National FFA Chorus Co-Directors
https://www.ffa.org/uncategorized/continuing-a-legacy-meet-the-new-national-ffa-chorus-co-directors/
Christy Britton and Melissa Sayles are filling big shoes at their first national convention as National FFA Chorus co-directors.
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FFA learning financial literacy for better business
https://www.ffa.org/2018/10/24/ffa-learning-financial-literacy-for-better-business/
Learning how to budget and save money can be difficult for some teenagers, but FFA members are starting small businesses. “The feasibility of the market is very important to know, and understanding assets and liabilities is a basic starting point,” said Jadira Hoptry, the vice president of community development with Fifth Third Bank. Jadira and her team at Fifth Third Bank are working with the FFA to help members with their personal budgets and small businesses.
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Ag Innovations Take Center Stage at National FFA Convention & Expo
https://www.ffa.org/the-feed/interaction-and-learning-about-ag-innovations-are-forefront-of-blue-rooms-opening-day/
Industry professionals offer a look at agricultural innovations on The FFA Blue Room's opening day.
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Fifth Third Bank Teaches Financial Literacy to FFA Members
https://www.ffa.org/the-feed/financial-empowerment-cornerstone-to-fifth-third-banks-involvement/
Fifth Third Bank has brought their mobile unit to National Convention in order to teach FFA members about financial literacy.
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History on Wheels
https://www.ffa.org/uncategorized/history-on-wheels/
Auto manufacturing has a strong history in the state of Indiana, dating back to 1890. The industry is part of the state’s working culture and why the Indiana Historical Society parked their History on Wheels exhibit at the 91stNational FFA Convention.
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History on Wheels Makes Its FFA Debut
https://www.ffa.org/91st-national-ffa-convention/history-on-wheels-makes-its-ffa-debut/
Bronson Teichert speaks with Curtis Barsnic about the Indiana Historical Society's History on Wheels exhibit.
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Former FFA Member Dillon Carmichael Takes the Spotify Stage at National FFA Expo
https://www.ffa.org/the-feed/former-ffa-member-dillon-carmichael-takes-the-spotify-stage-at-national-ffa-expo/
Country music artist and former FFA member Dillon Carmichael performs on the Spotify stage at the 91st National FFA Expo
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Meals of Hope Fighting Hunger With FFA
https://www.ffa.org/uncategorized/meals-of-hope-fighting-hunger-with-the-ffa/
Nearly 1 in 5 children experience food insecurity according to Stephen Popper, CEO of Meals of Hope. He said working with FFA members utilizes the goals of both organizations by serving communities and individuals in need.
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FFA Members Give Guests a Taste of Their State at National FFA Expo
https://www.ffa.org/the-feed/ffa-members-give-guests-a-taste-of-their-state-at-national-ffa-expo/
FFA members from 30 states showcase agriculture from Maine to Hawaii.
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John Deere and FFA Celebrate 75 Years of Partnership
https://www.ffa.org/the-feed/john-deere-and-ffa-celebrate-75-years-of-partnership/
Celebration includes time capsule and $75,000 donation to Living to Serve grants
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National Officers Reflect on Their Year of Service
https://www.ffa.org/91st-national-ffa-convention/national-officers-reflect-on-their-year-of-service/
The National FFA Officer Team reflect on their last days of national office.
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Five FFA Chapters Named National Chapter Award Winners
https://www.ffa.org/the-feed/five-ffa-chapters-named-national-chapter-award-winners/
Find out which FFA chapters won these five National Chapter Awards!
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Overcoming Shame, Stigma Key to Addressing Opioid Addiction in Rural Communities
https://www.ffa.org/the-feed/overcoming-shame-stigma-key-to-addressing-opioid-addiction-in-rural-communities/
FFA members can help their communities talk about and overcome opioid abuse
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John Deere and National FFA Partner for 75 Years
https://www.ffa.org/uncategorized/john-deere-and-national-ffa-partner-for-75-years/
For 75 years, Deere & Company has partnered with the National FFA Organization. To celebrate the partnership, Deere & Company donated an additional $75,000 to the Living to Serve platform and packed a green time capsule to unpack in another 75 years.
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American Star Farmer Finalist Dylan Finken
https://www.ffa.org/uncategorized/american-star-farmer-finalist-dylan-finken/
Meet American Star Farmer Finalist Dylan Finken from the Max FFA Chapter in North Dakota.
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