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Missouri is well represented at the upcoming 2026 National FFA Convention in Indianapolis, Indiana

Gracie Pulley, Pleasant Hope – Div. 5, Animal Systems
Jaden Decker & Jensen Decker, Centralia – Div. 6, Animal Systems
Chason Satterfield & Vincent Conger, Rolla – Div. 4, Environ. Services & Nat. Res. Systems
Ellie Samek & Garrett Samek, Bolivar – Div. 6, Environ. Services & Nat. Res. Systems
Sarah Ahart, Tuscumbia – Div. 3, Food Products & Processing Systems
Alea Dawson & Kloie Richardson, Pleasant Hope – Div. 4, Food Products & Processing Systems
Loraine Arciniegas & Maddy Alexander, Pleasant Hope – Div. 6, Food Products & Processing Systems
Kyra Keeling & Darci Orbin, Pleasant Hope – Div. 4, Plant Systems
Athena Wilson & Jaxon Marsh, Pleasant Hope – Div. 6, Plant Systems
Henry Patterson, Tuscumbia – Div. 3, Power, Structural & Technical Systems
Alexis Peterman & Kaitlyn Trujillo, Pleasant Hope – Div. 4, Power, Structural & Technical Systems
Isabel Morris & Lucy Conger, Rolla – Div. 6, Power, Structural & Technical Systems
Brody Swindler, Carrollton ACC – Div. 3, Social Science
Kylie McRoy & Grace Tucker, Farmington – Div. 6, Social Science

Montgomery Ross, Carrollton – Agricultural Communications- Ent/Pl.
Logan Pinkham, Belton – Agricultural Mechanics Design & Fab.-Ent/Pl.
Tyler Fleming, Ashland – Agricultural Mechanics Repair & Maintenance-Pl.
Lane Carter, Audrain R-VI – Diversified Crop Production – Ent.
Jenna Brixey, Norwood – Dairy Production-Ent.
Lillian Floyd, Belton – Envir. Science & Nat. Res. Mgmt. – Ent./Pl.
Hunter Skouby, Ashland – Equine Science-Pl.
Larson Hall, Clopton – Fiber and/or Oil Crop Production- Ent./Pl.
Cole Schweizer, Savannah – Fruit Production – Ent./Pl.
Marshall Kable, Centralia – Grain Production – Ent./Pl.

• 26 Three Star Chapters — Highest award for chapter
  10 Two Star Chapters – Second highest award for chapters
• Premier Chapter Awards

Centralia Premier Chapter-Growing Leaders

Ag Communications – Liberal
Ag Issues Forum – Centralia
Ag Sales – Chillicothe
Ag Mechanics – Hermann
Agronomy – North Shelby
Conduct of Meetings – Troy
Creed – Katherine Branham, Nevada
Dairy Cattle – Fair Grove
Employment Skills – Mailey Alber, Pierce City
Environment & Natural Resources—Hillcrest
Extemporaneous Speaking – Bella Baker, Atlanta
Farm Business Mgt – Palmyra
Floriculture – Ashland
Food Science – Neosho
Forestry – Forsyth
Horse – Ashland
Livestock – McDonald Co.
Meats – Fair Play
Milk Quality – Fair Play
Nursery/Landscape – Carthage
Parliamentary – Troy
Poultry – Neosho
Public Speaking – Abby Dahlbeck, East Prairie
Vet Science – School of the Osage

• 740 American Degree Recipients – #1 in number recipients 
•  11 National Delegates 
• National Officer Candidate – Ivy Elwell, La Monte 
•  National Officer Nominating Committee member – Braden Havlik, Silex
•  5 members performing in National Talent

Emma Pitford-Clark County 

Rhett Sneed-Concordia 

Everly Moore-Higginsville 

Nina Eddy-Milan 

Leeanna Bell-Rich Hill 

•  11 National Chorus Members 

Victor Salas, California; Riley Wilson, Boonville; Tony Jennings, Gilman City; Jayce Campbell, Eldon; Shyliah Robinson, Neosho; Mack Spencer, West Platte; Matthew Fahrendorf, Pilot Grove; Alana Kimmons, Willard; Josephine Gifford, Licking; Jess Medlin, California; Eleanore Gray, California. 

•  15 National Band Members 

Fletcher Shoemaker, Oran; Kathryn Farmer, Polo; Kierstan Pfaff, Monroe City; Kiya Hester, Monroe City; Addy Gaulke, Smithville; Westin Eifert, Lincoln; Taylor Lauer, Hermann; Truman Corbett, Hamilton; Lorelai Hutson, Silex; Olivia Welter, Stewartsville; Will Leabo, Santa Fe; George Perry, School of the Osage; Katherine Graeve, Cass Career Center; Zephyr Soice, Clark Co; Quintin Starks, Clark Co. 

•  7 Teachers receiving Honorary American Degree 

Jessy Reuterdahl, Macon; Alicia Corson-Peters, Fatima; Gary Morris, California; Clint Johnson, Lakeland; Mary Leykamp, Montgomery City; Amanda Sullivan, Montgomery City; Chad Cook, Monroe City. 

•  6 Individuals receiving Honorary American Degree

Greg Rotert, University of Missouri-Columbia; Rachel Kagay, Gallup Strengths Coach, Maysville; Beth Dampf, FFA State Chorus Director, California; Dr. Bryon Wiegand, University of Missouri-Columbia; Taylor Tuttle, Missouri Dept. of Agriculture, Jefferson City; Jonathan Ernst, Bayer Education, St. Louis. 

Animal Systems

GRACIE PULLEY – Pleasant Hope

Gracie studied humidity levels in the incubation of quail eggs. She found that humidity levels between 50% and 55% resulted in the highest hatch rate.

JADEN AND JENSEN DECKER – Centralia

This team of brothers added to their previous research in developing a Class Placing EPD (used in Hereford cattle). This year, they investigated the correlation between that EPD and production traits producers need to have a more efficient and profitable herd. The correlation was beneficial with some traits, such as yearling weight, weaning weight and ribeye area, but unfavorable with some, such as calving ease and marbling.

Environmental Services/Natural Resource Systems

CHASON SATTERFIELD & VINCENT CONGER – Rolla

This project studied the effects of common sunscreen ingredients (oxybenzone and octinoxate) on rice seed germination. The seeds that were exposed to these sunscreen ingredients had a reduced germination rate of 33% to only 66 seeds out of 100 germinated.

ELLIE AND GARRET SAMEK – Bolivar

Raptor Rehabs effectiveness was the topic of this research project. Data was compiled to determine the effectiveness of raptor research at the Dickerson Park Zoo. They found the rehabilitation rate back to their natural habitat far exceeded their hypothesis of a 15% finding. This zoo in Springfield, Missouri is very effective with their raptor program.

Food Products and Processing Systems

SARAH AHART – Tuscumbia

Sarah was testing freeze dried fruit powder (cranberry, pumpkin and strawberry) as a stabilizer for non-dairy whipped cream (coconut cream) to replace artificial stabilizers. Although this study involved taste testing, it was determined the coconut cream was stable on its own and tasted better without the addition of dried fruit powder.

ALEA DAWSON & KLOIE RICHARDSON – Pleasant Hope

Who doesn’t love a good ribeye steak?  Alea and Kloie determined optimal rest time to serve the juiciest steak was ten minutes.

LORAINE ARCINIEGAS AND MADDY ALEXANDER – Pleasant Hope

These ladies found that the more moist a particular food was the faster it grew bacteria, which supports food service, processing and consumer handling safety practices. Bacteria started growing in as little as 5 seconds.

Plant Systems

KYRA KEELING AND DARCI ORBIN – Pleasant Hope

In an effort to reduce waste from spoiled fruit such as blackberries, strawberries, bananas or avocadoes, they tried using them in compost. They found banana compost resulted in the greatest growth of the tomato plants while blackberry compost had the highest nutrient readings.

ATHENA WILSON AND JAXSON MARSH – Pleasant Hope

This study of seed treatments for sunflower, cucumber and green bean garden seed showed that soaking the seeds in water compared to a hydrogen peroxide mixture increased germination. The peroxide mixture did decrease the growth of fungi and bacteria.

Power, Structural & Technical Systems

HENRY PATTERSON – Tuscumbia

Traditional chemical inhibitors are expensive, toxic and have negative impacts on the environment. Henry researched the effectiveness of sorghum molasses and walnut hull extract as eco-friendly corrosion inhibitors in mild steel and aluminum when in a marine environment. Unfortunately, neither was effective and the study showed that walnut hull extract increased the corrosion rate on the aluminum sample.

ALEXIS PETERMAN AND KAITLYN TRUJILLO – Pleasant Hope

These two young ladies did studies on the best way to store a paint brush while using latex paint. Their findings were that a paint brush stored in a sealed Ziploc inside a refrigerator maintained the paintbrush in the best condition over a short period of time.

LUCY CONGER AND ISABEL MORRIS – Rolla

In their third year as an Agriscience National Finalist, their study of algae control and possible use as a bio-fuel concluded the following: “Overall, while this research identified some possible trends relating copper sulfate treatment and algal lipid levels, such as suggesting its possible application in the biofuel industry and its ability to treat algae blooms, more research is essential to confirming these trends. Research into algae lipid production could lead to greater green energy outputs for fuel companies and a healthier livestock production process for farmers.”

Social Science

BRODY SWINDLER – Carrollton Area Career Center

In his study of feeder cattle market pricing in relation to cattle weight and seasonal trends. Brody’s study, which spanned twenty years of weekly market prices, found that producers could improve profitability by strategically marketing their feeder calves during the 3rd and 4th quarters of the year.

KYLIE McROY AND GRACE TUCKER – Farmington

This study focused on student blood pressure when interacting with dogs as a companion animal or with a lamb as a farm animal. While interaction with the lamb did lower the student’s blood pressure and stress level, the dog as a companion animal was more effective in their study.

Eighty-six Missouri 4-H clubs and FFA chapters received $500 Shaping Rural Missouri Grants from FCS Financial for community improvement projects this summer. These youth-led projects include landscaping fairgrounds, building community gardens, improving accessibility at local parks, and renovating fair facilities.

This marks the 15th year FCS Financial has awarded the Shaping Rural Missouri Grant. Since the program’s inception, FCS Financial has distributed more than $407,000 through 836 grants to support rural communities across the state.

“It’s inspiring to see the continued commitment to community service from our youth in agriculture and their leaders,” said Rob Guinn, FCS Financial CEO. “These grants empower 4-H and FFA members to collaborate on projects that benefit their local Missouri communities while simultaneously developing valuable leadership and teamwork skills.”

In 2026, FCS Financial awarded the following 4-H clubs and FFA chapters a Shaping Rural Missouri Grant in support of implementing the project listed:

4 C’s 4-H Club (Cooper): Enhancing the local community through professional beautification and landscaping projects.
Atlanta FFA (Macon): Installing vibrant flower beds to improve the aesthetic of local public spaces.
Be Bo Bouncers 4-H Club (Audrain): Revitalizing the community center exterior with professional landscaping and signage improvements.
Boonville FFA Chapter (Cooper): Leading spring beautification efforts at the Central Missouri Cancer Memorial Park.
Busy Beavers 4-H Club (Audrain): Upgrading fairgrounds accessibility and parking safety with new gravel surfaces.
Campbellton Livestock 4-H (Franklin): Designing and implementing professional landscaping for the Campbellton firehouse.
Canton FFA (Lewis): Constructing a sustainable manure bunker to support modern agricultural waste management.
Caring Clovers 4-H (Jasper): Building sustainable garden beds to promote community gardening and local food access.
Carrollton ACC FFA (Carroll): Supporting the construction of new restroom facilities at the Carroll County Fairgrounds.
Colony 4-H Club (Knox): Partnering in the comprehensive restroom renovation project at the Knox County Fairgrounds.
Country Crossroads 4-H Club (Warren): Installing a new livestock barn scale to support youth agricultural educational programs.
County Liners 4-H Club (Knox): Contributing to the modernization of essential facilities at the Knox County Fairgrounds.
Countyline 4-H (Bates): Leading the development of a community sand volleyball court for local recreation.
Daniel Boone After School 4-H Club (Warren): Enhancing youth communication skills with new professional public speaking supplies and backdrops.
ECLC 4-H Club (Polk): Establishing a new outdoor learning area to encourage educational exploration.
Elkhorn 4-H Club (Warren): Installing a dedicated sheep washing station at the county fairgrounds.
EPCO 4-H (Polk): Implementing an innovative hydroponic gardening system for year-round agricultural education.
Eudora 4-H Club (Polk): Creating a community garden space at Grant Manor to foster intergenerational connections.
Fair Play Hornets 4-H Club (Polk): Revitalizing local outdoor spaces with functional improvements for community use.
Family Fun 4-H (Cooper): Implementing professional landscaping projects to enhance the local fairgrounds.
Fayette FFA (Howard): Designing and installing exterior landscaping for the new Howard County Fairgrounds building.
Glasgow FFA Chapter (Howard): Supporting the construction and development of the new Howard County 4-H and FFA building.
Glenwood Whistle Stop 4-H (Schuyler): Restoring the community bandstand with professional painting, lighting, and floral displays.
Graham 4-H Club (Nodaway): Designing and installing a permanent new welcome sign at Graham Park.
Guys & Gals 4-H Club (Ray): Managing the critical roof replacement project for the fairgrounds concession stand.
Halfway 4-H Club (Polk): Leading school beautification efforts to improve the learning environment for students.
Heartland 4-H Club (Shelby): Beautifying the local Extension office with new floral and landscape displays.
Hickory County Blazers 4-H (Hickory): Developing greenhouse starter kits to promote agricultural education among youth.
Higbee FFA (Randolph): Installing a new GaGa Ball pit to provide enhanced recreational opportunities for students.
Home Pioneer 4-H (Macon): Implementing community improvements and aesthetic enhancements at the City of Atlanta Park.
Humansville 4-H – Gardening Club (Polk): Building a new community garden and greenhouse facility to support local education.
Humansville 4-H Club (Polk): Creating a serene outdoor reading and relaxation space for residents.
Jefferson 4-H (Nodaway): Completing the second phase of the “Teen Beat” playground revitalization project.
Jonesburg Kountry Kids (Montgomery): Improving fairground restroom facilities with the installation of industrial circulation fans.
Knox County FFA (Knox): Launching the “Talon Take Out” program to provide shelf-stable meals for students in need.
Lawson 4-H Club (Ray): Performing essential structural repairs and maintenance on the Lawson Food Pantry building.
Leonard Caring Clovers (Shelby): Improving community safety and accessibility with the “Lighting the Way” installation project.
Lewis County C-1 FFA (Lewis): Constructing a modern manure bunker to support sustainable fairground maintenance.
Liberty Leaders 4-H Club (Knox): Leading the comprehensive restroom modernization project at the Knox County Fairgrounds.
Lucky Charms 4-H (Shelby): Revitalizing the local Extension office with a professional beautification project.
Macon Easy Riders 4-H Club (Macon): Leading tree replacement efforts at the Macon County Fairgrounds to restore the local canopy.
Maries County Rising Stars 4-H (Maries): Constructing a new entryway for the recent barn addition at the county fairgrounds.
Mark Twain 4-H Club (Monroe): Installing a professional wash rack and improving water access for livestock exhibitors.
Monticello 4-H Club (Lewis): Building a sustainable manure bunker to improve fairground agricultural facilities.
Montrose Busy Beavers 4-H Club (Henry): Upgrading local public safety communication with the installation of modern digital radios.
Montrose FFA Chapter (Henry): Modernizing local athletic facilities with a comprehensive softball field upgrade.
North Callaway FFA (Callaway): Upgrading the bleachers at the Callaway Youth Expo Fairgrounds for improved spectator safety.
Northeast Vernon County FFA (Vernon): Developing new pickleball courts in Walker to provide modern recreational options for residents.
Oak Leaf Achivers (Grundy): Customizing a professional trailer to support the equipment needs of the local shooting sports program.
Oyster Prairie (Lewis): Contributing to the construction of sustainable agricultural infrastructure at the local fairgrounds.
Paris FFA (Monroe): Enhancing livestock facilities with the installation of professional wash racks at the Monroe County Fairgrounds.
Pershing’s Pride 4-H (Linn): Honoring local service members through the “Tribute to Veterans” flag project.
PHMS Pirates 4-H (Polk): Establishing a comprehensive and sustainable recycling program for Pleasant Hope Middle School.
Polk County 4-H Council (Polk): Implementing structural and aesthetic improvements to the local Extension building.
Potosi FFA (Washington): Enhancing local agricultural education through modern greenhouse improvements.
Prairie 4-H (Shelby): Designing and implementing a professional beautification project for the Extension office.
Prairie View 4-H Club (Warren): Upgrading livestock facilities with a new hose system at the Warren County Fairgrounds.
Randolph County Shooting Sports (Randolph): Constructing a permanent shelter for participants and spectators at the local shooting range.
Range Master 4-H (Lafayette): Enhancing program safety with the purchase of professional shooting sports equipment and locks.
Rolling Stones 4-H Club (Warren): Designing and planting community flowerbeds at local church and fairground entrances.
Santa Fe FFA (Lafayette): Renovating the local city park cook shack to support community events.
Slater FFA (Saline): Completing a comprehensive greenhouse project to expand agricultural learning opportunities.
South Nodaway FFA (Nodaway): Constructing professional planter boxes to beautify the local community.
St. Anthony 4-H (Miller): Implementing critical improvements and aesthetic enhancements to the local community park.
Ste. Genevieve FFA (Ste. Genevieve): Constructing durable children’s picnic tables for use in local public spaces.
Stockmasters 4-H (Maries): Installing a professional sound system in the fairgrounds livestock barn.
Sunshine Kids 4-H Club (Putnam): Performing a comprehensive interior and exterior remodel of the local 4-H building.
Ten Mile 4-H Club (Lewis): Constructing sustainable manure bunkers to support local fairground facilities.
The Rebecca Boone Afterschool 4-H Club (Warren): Installing pollination planters to support local ecosystems and biodiversity.
Tiny Tots 4-H Club (Polk): Designing and constructing a new inclusive playground for children of all abilities.
Vanguard 4-H Club (Perry): Leading senior community landscaping improvements to enhance local outdoor spaces.
Vienna FFA (Maries): Enhancing fairground facilities with new animal pens and protective shade cloth.
Walker 4-H Club (Vernon): Collaborating on the development of new community pickleball courts in Walker.
Walnut Grove 4-H Club (Lewis): Building a modern manure bunker for improved fairground maintenance.
Walnut Grove 4-H Club (Polk): Expanding agricultural education through the support of in-school club meetings.
Warren County 4-H Council (Warren): Hosting the “Nature Quest” program to provide outdoor educational experiences for youth.
Warren County 4-H Gardening Project Group (Warren): Revitalizing the Truesdale Community Garden with new soil to support local food production.
Warren County 4-H Poultry Project Group (Warren): Enhancing agricultural science education with a new embryology incubator system.
Warren County 4-H Powered STEM Project Group (Warren): Expanding the “4-H STEM 2 Go” program to provide mobile educational kits.
Warren County 4-H Teen Leaders (Warren): Launching the “Food Pantry Cooking Challenge” to raise awareness for local food security.
Warren County Trailblazers 4-H Club (Warren): Improving community accessibility through the installation of professional handicapped parking signage.
Warrenton FFA Chapter (Warren): Constructing dedicated goat wash racks at the Warren County Fairgrounds.
Warrior Ridge After School 4-H Club (Warren): Leading a comprehensive landscaping project to revitalize the local Extension office.
West Platte FFA (Platte): Launching the “Recycle Today, Lead Tomorrow” initiative to promote sustainable community practices.
Woodlawn 4-H (Polk): Organizing a community day camp to provide educational and recreational activities for youth.
Zion Lone Elm 4-H (Cooper): Upgrading fairground infrastructure with critical electrical and landscaping improvements.
The 2027 Shaping Rural Missouri Grant application will be available online on January 1, 2027.

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NORTH TEAM – Dates and Locations

• May 26 NE District                   Paris High School, Paris
• May 27   NW/NE District        North Central Missouri College, Trenton
• May 28  NW District                NWMSU, Maryville 
• May 29   C District                    State Fair Community College Campus, Sedalia

SOUTH TEAM – Dates and Locations

• May 26   SW District         Crowder College, Neosho  
• May 27   SW District         Logan-Rogersville High School, Rogersville
• May 28  SC District           Rolla Junior High School,  Rolla
• May 29  SE District           Cape Girardeau Technical School, Cape Girardeau

• Pre-registration is required. May 6, 2026 is the last day REGISTRATIONS will be accepted.
  • Please complete the attached invoice/registration form and submit by email to Tracy Bieri (tracy.bieri@dese.mo.gov) to reserve your chapter’s spot at the location of your choice.
  • Follow up by requesting a check and mailing a copy of the invoice along with payment to:
    • MO FFA Association, PO Box 480, Jefferson City, MO  65102
• Sessions are capped at 200 participants.
• Deadline for regular registration MAY 6, 2026
  • Payment will be accepted until May 10.
  • You can send registration without payment to make sure your students are registered.

Time:  9 AM – 4 PM (Six hours of instruction)

Registration Fee (includes lunch):

• $95 per Chapter (if paid by May 6).
• NO Late Registrations will be accepted.

VIEW INVOICE

Objectives:

The following leadership/personal development knowledge, skills and attitudes will be taught in the instructional conference:  Areas addressed will be Team Development, Chapter Development, and Program Development with breakouts in Leading a Meeting, Event Planning, Recruitment/Retention, Positive Role Model, and Officer Roles.

The Curriculum Will:

• Provide a high level of engagement through break-out groups and purposeful activities.
• Provide a more customizable experience through the use of elective break-out sessions.  Each of the 5 facilitators will lead a break-out session and students will choose 3 of the 5 to attend, depending on which are most relevant and interesting to them.
• Provide team-building and bonding opportunities throughout the entire day’s activities.

Chapter Participation Requirements:

• All officers & advisors are encouraged to attend.
• To get the most out of the conference, the Advisor is highly recommended to be with their officers in the workshop during the day.
• Each Chapter must bring a minimum of 5 officers & one advisor to be eligible to participate.
• Official Dress is required.

The Missouri Agribusiness Academy is…

Since 1988, the Missouri Agribusiness Academy, also known as MAbA (pronounced ma-buh) has awarded more than 1,000 academy memberships to high school sophomores through a competitive application and interview process. Students are selected to participate in a year-long professional development opportunity that introduces them to industry leaders, personal growth and careers in agriculture. To be eligible for MAbA, students must come from a farming family or be an active FFA or 4-H member. The program is facilitated by the Missouri Department of Agriculture under the Department’s MORE Strategic Vision that works to empower the next generation of agriculture.

2025 Class Overview

The 2025 Missouri Agribusiness Academy toured the Springfield area last June. MAbA participants had a variety of unique experiences, from volunteering at a food bank to learning about beef, aquaculture, and more. They also heard from speakers on leadership and career development. Following the summer tour, the 2025 class participated in Missouri State Fair activities and a Legislative Day event at the State Capitol. Missouri FFA is proud of these 30 students for their dedication to the future of Missouri agriculture.

Drew Welch, an Agribusiness Management student in Mizzou’s accelerated program from Sheridan, Missouri, has been nominated as a top 10 finalist for The Pig Planet’s Exhibitor of the Year. Drew didn’t apply for this recognition. He was nominated by his peers and those in the livestock industry. This is a national contest drawing exhibitors from California, Indiana (3 nominees), Michigan, Ohio, Texas (2 nominees), Oklahoma, and Missouri. Drew is Missouri’s sole representative in the top 10.

Drew is on track to graduate with his Bachelor of Science degree next spring and balances academic excellence with competing at the national level in livestock shows. This year has been particularly successful for him in the show ring.

As a former heavily-involved Missouri FFA member, Drew embodies the FFA mission of developing premier leadership, personal growth, and career success. His combination of academic achievement in agribusiness and national recognition in livestock shows demonstrates exactly the kind of well-rounded agricultural leader FFA aims to develop. Your audience of FFA members, advisors, and supporters will see Drew as proof that FFA prepares youth for meaningful careers in agriculture.

JANUARY 17, 2026 • 9AM-3PM
Missouri Cattlemen’s Building, Columbia

Held in conjunction with the Public Speaking Institute, as well as the Mentor/Protege meeting held in Columbia the same day.

 This event is being held to offer Junior and Senior FFA members interested in a year of service as a Missouri State FFA Officer ideas of how to prepare for Area and hopefully State interviews. Insight on what to expect once you achieve the goal of being on the State Officer team will also be shared from present State Officers, Past State Officers, Parents and Advisors. 

TO REGISTER:

 Email Teresa Briscoe, Mo. FFA Executive Secretary (teresa.briscoe@missouriffa.org) with the name of the prospective State Officer Candidate as well as the number of people who will be attending with them. (this is for a meal count)

There will be a $10 fee per person for the meal and snacks.

Payment can be sent to:
Missouri FFA Association, Attn: SO Training
205 Jefferson Street—11th Floor, PO Box 480
Jefferson City, MO 65102 

SATURDAY, JANUARY 3, 2026 • 9AM-3:30PM
MSU, Darr Ag Center, Springfield

SATURDAY, JANUARY 17, 2026 • 9AM-3:30PM
Bradford Research Farm, Columbia

Former national FFA officer and speech trainer, Andrew McCrae will lead this event to help FFA members of all levels improve their speaking skills and prepare for the LDE season. State officers will also provide insights on specific speaking LDEs.

This is the perfect place for FFA members to…

• Improve public speaking skills
• Get tips and prepare for FFA Speaking Contests
• Learn to become an Advocate for Agriculture
• Have fun and learn the essentials to better speaking

Registration Deadline: December 20

Cost Per Student: $50 (Includes lunch & materials)