Podcasts about ag education

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The Illinois Corn Marketing Board collaborates with Illinois FFA in various ways to help strengthen the future of agriculture by investing in its next generation. In this Managing for Profit, Owen Torrance, the current Illinois FFA state secretary, discusses how the state's corn growers are actively involved at several levels of the organization.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, we sit down with David Fuertes, a farmer, educator and advocate for food sustainability, to explore his path of bringing aloha to agriculture. As a community leader and Executive Director of Kahua Paa Mua in North Kohala on Hawaii Island, David has spent the past 15 years cultivating a “backyard revolution” through aina-based education that blends traditional practices with Korean Natural Farming. He shares how the organization supports youth and families in learning to grow their own food, raise animals, and build agricultural businesses. David reflects on rebuilding Hawaii's Future Farmers of America chapters, his roots in Kaumakani, Kauai, and the importance of pilina (relationships), a value deepened through his friendship with Pono Shim. Through stories of teaching, military service, and reflecting on E Ohana Hou (the eternal unleashing of grace), David reminds us that food and love can be the foundation of a thriving lahui (people).Episode Highlights0:24 Introduction to David Fuertes1:02 Kahua Paa Mua and the "backyard revolution" of learning to grow food3:15 Rebuilding Future Farmers of America (FFA) Hawaii chapters5:25 Pandemic pivots on the farm and Aloha Connects Innovation (ACI)9:32 Roots in Kaumakani, Kauai, a sugar plantation town; learning about hard work12:41 College, getting drafted into Vietnam War, giving back and lifelong friendships15:51 Becoming an agriculture teacher18:21 The best Filipino ringtone ever20:18 Former students, then and now22:44 Dream food sustainability scenario - ahupuaa model26:05 How to make agriculture thrive in Hawaii: a farmer's perspective27:28 Reading plants and organisms to help them grow and thrive30:18 Taro: teaching young ones about life32:15 E OHANA HOU35:28 Pilina: Friendship with Pono Shim39:47 Aloha and the lahui43:05 The universal language of love: food44:33 The 3 QP (Quality, People, Partnership)47:21 Aloha + the concentric circle of influence and control48:33 JFK Hawaii visit49:23 Driving with aloha Learn more about Kahua Paa Mua at: https://www.kahuapaamua.org/about  Welcome to the Above the Sides podcast! Join us on our journey to uncover what it means to think, act, and live aloha. The inspiration for this podcast is the late Pono Shim, former President and CEO of the Oʻahu Economic Development Board. His stories capture the essence of what it means to live aloha. He made it known that aloha is a lifestyle. It is not a solution to problems, a marketing brand or to be used as an advantage over anyone else. Aloha is to be honored and practiced.The name of this podcast is in reverence of Hawaiʻi's Queen Liliʻuokalani, who wrote: "To gain the kingdom of heaven is to hear what is not said, to see what cannot be seen, and to know the unknowable – that is Aloha. All things in this world are two; in heaven there is but One.” Through these episodes, we seek to find that singular perspective, the one that is "above the sides" as we strive for universal peace.We welcome you to pause with us as we share the stories and voices of Hawai'i business leaders, educators and community members who have chosen to be lifelong students of aloha. Mahalo nui loa for listening.

This Farm Talk Segment is brought to you by North Dakota Corn. The Red River Valley Fair’s Ag Education Center, presented by the Cass County Farm Bureau, allows students to learn about the region’s agriculture.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Headlines on today's episode include:Cotton Growers Monitor U.S. and China, Efforts to increase interest in ag education, Study shows biodiesel industry created $42.4 billion in economic activity in 2024, Cattle prices are in uncharted territory, Farmers tackle purple henbit, and The doldrums of the ag economy.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Ag Education on the Move is a comprehensive curriculum that provides third-grade students across the state with information about the state's agriculture industries. In this episode, program director Heather Fletcher discusses how support from the Missouri Beef Industry Council makes the beef lesson possible.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Join us as we explore Jessica's inspiring journey from eastern Oklahoma to becoming an integral part of a diversified farming operation in the northwest. She shares her experience transitioning from the wetter, more humid climate of eastern Oklahoma to the drier conditions of the west, adapting to new challenges in soil health, crop insurance trends, and unpredictable weather patterns. With deep roots in agriculture, Jessica and her husband, Clint, have grown their operation while raising a family that values hard work and the land.We also dive into the benefits of no-till farming, how soil conservation plays a key role in long-term sustainability, and what it takes to balance farming, family, and a career in crop insurance. Jessica reflects on her time at the assessor's office, where she gained valuable insights into her new community in Major County. Plus, we reminisce about our days working together at OSU under Dr. Karen Hickman. Don't miss Jessica's take on the power of networking among producers and how changing weather patterns continue to shape the future of agriculture in Oklahoma. RedDirtAgronomy.com

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In rural America, agriculture is a way of life and is learned through experiences from a young age, but those who grow up in urban settings don’t get that experience. There is one school in Milwaukee looking to change that. The River Trails School of Agricultural Science offers a unique experience to their students by having an ag focus in all grades starting in kindergarten all the way through 8th grade. Josh Gonzalez a second-grade teacher and agriculture committee chairman at the school shares how they incorporate agriculture into their curriculum. He says that being able to teach the students how to produce food and see what agriculture has to offer are the goals of the system that the school has set up.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This Farm Talk segment is brought to you by North Dakota Corn. Cody Cashman serves as the Red River Valley Fair Association CEO. In this segment, Cashman highlights the Red River Valley Fair Ag Education Center as they welcomed their first field trip to the center last week.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Illinois Corn Marketing Board continues to utilize corn checkoff dollars to support the Illinois Agriculture in the Classroom program. In this Managing for Profit, Kevin Daugherty, director of Illinois Ag in the Classroom, discusses the importance of this effort.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Stanislaus County Farm Bureau's Anna Genasci and JCS Marketing's Kristin Platts sit down with Becca Whitman, executive director of California Ag in the Classroom, a Farm Bureau-led program, to discuss educating students and guiding teachers about the critical role agriculture plays in their daily lives.

FFA Gets Microsoft Grant to Expand Precision Ag Education

In this episode, we interview another current student of ours, Braden Fowler. Braden is from Auburn, CA. Braden was originally an education major but changed his major and is currently an Ag Education major with an emphasis in Agriculture Mechanics. He as been a part of our program for the past two years and has helped with multiple activities. This past year he took on the role of co-chair for the Small Gas Engines CDE. If you have topic ideas or want to reach out to us our email is SGRpodcast@gmail.com  Check out the podcast website for the latest episode in full length using the link https://safetyglassesrequired.libsyn.com/  Check out our YouTube pages: John  Chris 

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Join us on the Kick Your Boots Up Podcast for an exclusive episode featuring Jennifer Jackson, the Executive Director of Texas FFA, and Jaqueline Brand, the Area Six Vice-President. Hear about the 2024 Texas FFA Convention as they share insider tips, behind-the-scenes insights, and their personal experiences. Don't miss this chance to get the inside scoop and prepare for the event of the year! For a full episode transcript, please visit our website: https://www.justinboots.com/en/kick-your-boots-up/podcast.html

Episode 087: of the American Grown Podcast in the Colortech Creative Solutions studios with Patrick Nicarry Owner of Nicarry Farrier Service.-In this episode Pat talks about the importance of agriculture & self reliance. We discuss how critical it is to not be relying on big government to provide for you and your family. Pat talks about his time in FFA (Future Farmers of America) and how it changed the course of his life. He truly believes that it's an organization that all young people should get involved in. Lastly he peels back the layers on what it means to be a farrier.-To learn more about Patrick click here: https://www.facebook.com/patrick.nicarry/-#ad this episode is brought to you by these sponsors:Triggered 22. Support a local veteran and help spread awareness for PTSD & #22aday.Cleona Coffee Roasters. A small batch coffee roastery & coffee shop, veteran & first responder owned located inside 911 Rapid Response in Annville PA.Colortech Creative Solutions. Colortech Creative Solutions takes your creative projects from visualization to realization since 1980 while keeping your budget in mind.-To see photos of today's guest follow our Social media: IG- https://www.instagram.com/americangrownpodcast/ FB-https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077655465940 or visits us at https://rss.com/podcasts/americangrownpodcast/

In this week's episode of Agri-Biz, Sarah Heinrich talks with Dave Franzen of NDSU about fertilizer trends and Cody Cashman about the newly renovated Ag Education Center at the Red River Valley Fairgrounds.  Rusty Halvorson covered the World Association of Beet and Cane Growers conference in Fargo - talking with Harrison Weber of the RRVSGA, WABCG President David Thompson of East Grand Forks, American Sugarbeet Growers Association executive vice president and CEO Luther Markwart, and Hallock farmer Dan "Duck" Younggren. Also, the Northern Crops Institute hosted a webinar with Allison Thompson of The Money Farm in Ada, and she provided a wheat market update.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cody Cashman - RRVF - on Ag Education Building ND Corn

A number of urban high school students from Freeport, Illinois are getting hands-on with agriculture thanks to an Illinois corn checkoff effort.In this Managing for Profit, Highland Community College Ag Instructor Justin Ebert tells us about the Agriculture Capstone Program.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Shannon Martin, Assistant Director of Ag Education and Foundation, joins the Inside Ag podcast to discuss Kansas Farm Bureau's resources for Agriculture Education. She helps others educate about agriculture by creating lessons that reach different age groups, focus on different agriculture sectors and cover the different seasons. She shares fun ways to engage youth in learning and unique ways to connect with adults. Find more Ag Education resources by visiting Education (kfb.org)

In this episode of Ag Culture, we embark on a fascinating journey into agricultural education with Tony McCaul, Executive Director of The Critter Barn, and its unique approach to inspiring the next generation. Tony shares his journey from a farm kid to an influential ag educator and discusses the transformative impact of The Critter Barn. This 36-acre nonprofit serves as a beacon of agricultural education through hands-on learning and community engagement. This episode is a must-listen for anyone in the agriculture industry looking to explore innovative educational models and their profound effects on individuals and the community. What you will learn: (00:00) Introducing Tony McCaul (05:32) Ag education's evolution (11:18) Nonprofit challenges and growth (15:27) Community's agricultural hub (20:02) Empowering the next generation (24:27) Tony's drive (29:10) Connecting with The Critter Barn Meet the Guest: Tony McCaul, Executive Director of The Critter Barn, has dedicated his life to agricultural education. With a background in farming and a degree in agriculture education from Michigan State, Tony has transformed ag education in his community by focusing on hands-on learning, community engagement, and technology integration. His leadership at The Critter Barn has expanded the nonprofit's reach and impact, making agriculture accessible and engaging for a new generation. Discover the world of agriculture with the "Ag Culture Podcast", hosted by Paul Windemuller. This podcast will be a gateway for those passionate about agriculture to explore its global perspectives and innovative practices. Join Paul as he shares his experiences in the agricultural industry, his travels and encounters with important figures around the world. Expect engaging stories of Paul's journey as a first-generation farmer and consultant, covering topics ranging from coffee to greenhouses to agricultural technology. "Ag Culture'' will aim to inspire agricultural entrepreneurs and innovators weekly. Available on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Subscribe at ⁠⁠agculturepodcast.com⁠⁠ and keep an eye out for future episodes, bringing insights and stories from the vibrant world of agriculture.

The Henry County Farm Bureau is as busy as ever with contests, scholarships, and events coming up in the month of February and beyond. Katie Laleman with the Henry County Farm Bureau joined Wake Up Tri-Counties on Wednesday to tout the poster and t-shirt design contest going on with local schools in Henry County. 1st through 3rd grade artists are creating posters for Henry County Farm Bureau Poster Contest while 4th grade students have a project of their own, designing a t-shirt for the Henry County Farm Bureau T-Shirt contest. Meanwhile, older students are gearing up for college and that means it's scholarship season. The Henry County Farm Bureau Foundation has a number of scholarships available for those seeking to further their Ag Education. There are Ag specific scholarships as well as some general scholarships and you can find out more and how your student may qualify by contacting the Henry County Farm Bureau Foundation. 

This show highlights some unique agricultural and food education programs based in the Midwest. Learn about the work of the Iowa Dairy Center, where community members and students at Northeastern Iowa Community College use the center as their own learning lab. And, we explore how Kalamazoo Valley Community College is training a new generation of sustainable ag and culinary leaders. Meet Mariah Busta, the Dairy Center Coordinator at the Northeast Iowa Dairy & Agriculture Foundation. Additionally, meet the team from KVCC; Kate Miller, the Director of Career and Continuing Education, Lizzie Luchsinger, the coordinator of the Community Culinary & Nutrition program, Rachel Bair, the Director for Sustainable Food Systems and Agrifoods, and Culinary Arts Instructor Kyle Mitchell.Heritage Radio Network is a listener supported nonprofit podcast network. Support Eat Your Heartland Out by becoming a member!Eat Your Heartland Out is Powered by Simplecast.

Mexico, MO native and current National FFA Secretary discusses the importance of FFA in the classroom as well as how he earned his national office.

Columbia Mayor Barbara Buffaloe has gone on her second international trip in just a few weeks. Folks have lots to say about it! Lincoln University is using newfound dollars to fund Ag Education.

Friday's Second Hour: Skyler Rinker, the Assistant Teaching Professor at Iowa State University's Ag 450 Farm, talks about the lessons students learn managing the farm and the decisions they get to make in the capstone program for Ag Education. Eldon McAfee with Brick Gentry Law Firm is on with an update on the latest Proposition 12 lawsuits and attempts to get the issue resolved before January 1st implementation. He also talks about the similar fights against Massachusetts' Question 3. Al Kluis ends the day with an update on markets as soybeans have nudged into the green approaching the week's close.

In this week's episode,  Stan sits down with Homer Lenderman. Homer is a former public school agri-education teacher, an Arkansas State Representative, and an all-around good guy.Stan and Homer talk about the importance of family, faith, and farming. Homer has seen a lot of transition and change in the agricultural world, and offers much wisdom for the next generation who might be interested in farming.We'd love to hear your feedback! Please reach out to us if you have ideas for future shows or how we can make That Farm Life even better! Email us at aghealth@williamsbu.edu!That Farm Life is produced by Eagle Farms at Williams Baptist University. That Farm Life Podcast is also a resource of Agri Health Network. For more information and to find more resources, check out AgriHealth.net. Are you interested in graduating from college debt free? Check out the Williams Works program at WBU! For more information, call 870-759-4120 or email admissions@williamsbu.edu.

In this IL Corn Connection, Illinois Corn Marketing Board Chairman Jon Rosenstiel highlights their partnerships with local community colleges in an effort to recruit more agriculture students and build a future workforce for the industry. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Cenex and others chip in to help education.

Chantal Mullen has a diversity of education and experience that spans from gardening and farming, land assessment and edible landscaping, food preservation, to butchering and processing of animals. She holds degrees in plant and soil science, Ag Education and professional services, and Sustainable Food Systems as well as multiple certificates in topics ranging from farming, AG business Management, to Graphic Design and Communication. She has taught in postsecondary institutions, on farm classes,  small groups, and has spoken at conferences.  Follow Chantal Mullen Website: https://the-farm-and-forge.square.site/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thefarmandforge  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFarmandForge Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChantalMullenEducator  TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@farmandforge  

In this episode of Illinois Corn Connection, the Director of the Illinois Center for Agricultural Engagement Kevin Daugherty highlights growth and success of the Illinois Agriculture in the Classroom program thanks to partners like the Illinois Corn Checkoff.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Agriculture education is breaking down barriers across the state.  Milwaukee's Vincent High School is a perfect example.  Nestled in an urban neighborhood that struggles with hunger, ag educator Tyler Foot is helping empower students not only with food they've grown, but career possibilities they'd never have found without the classes.  Nate Zimdars visits with the instructor.Harvest is underway for some crops in the state.  Potatoes, some corn silage, and grapes!  There's a "sweet spot" that grape growers are looking for when it comes to the chemistry in those grapes at harvest.  Stephanie Hoff visits with Aimee Arrigoni, vineyard manager at Bailey's Run Vineyard in New Glarus.Wisconsin's agriculture heritage runs deep.  Charitee Seebecker introduces us to the Luer family in Dunn County.  The family began farming in 1900 and continues today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The North Dakota Corn Council has committed funding to help support the updates to the Red River Valley Fairgrounds Ag Education Center in an effort to make it a year-round destination for students. Jean Henning, Executive Director of the North Dakota Corn Council, explains more about the recent investment.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marla talks with Ray Allison, Chief Development and Strategy Officer at the Indiana State Fair about "5 Keys to Effective Ag Education Initiatives."

One of the scariest things can be trying to figure out HOW to even get started with homeschooling! What I's do I need to dot? What T's do I need to cross? But it doesn't have to be this overwhelming thing. Today I want to chat with you about how to simply get going and what that can look like! If you would like to collaborate, I am all ears! Feel free to send me a message at rootedinfaithfamilyfarmlife@gmail.com. Homeschooling resources 1. SUPER HELPFUL!! - AskPauline.com 2. Our Learning Plans and Materials we have used - Rooted In Faith, Family, & Farmlife Podcast | Homeschool Resources for Christian Moms, Ag Education and Homesteading Tips with Host, Lindsay Spurrier (rootedinfaithfamilyfarmlife.com) 3. The Forms we used to hand into the district and what we used for our Portfolio - Rooted In Faith, Family, & Farmlife Podcast | Homeschool Resources for Christian Moms, Ag Education and Homesteading Tips with Host, Lindsay Spurrier (rootedinfaithfamilyfarmlife.com)   Here are a few of our favorites right now! Our mattress, my favorite slippers and robe and the most comfortable sheets! www.mypillow.com use the code ROOTEDIN for up to 66% off! www.greenmountaindiapers.com use the code ROOTEDPFW10 - For your cloth diapering needs www.nursingqueen.com use the code ROOTEDIN10 - For your breastfeeding accessible clothing! Homesteading Planner -  https://www.rootedinfaithfamilyfarmlife.com/.../2023... Hair, Skin and Wellness Products - www.lindsayspurrier.mymonat.com Bible Recap Text - https://amzn.to/3LgO8Ih Camera for Podcasting and Photography for Website - https://amzn.to/3YJGwB8 Some of the above links are affiliate links which means I may earn a small commission if you use them. As always, that you for your support of this podcast and in turn our family! Love, Lindsay  

A new effort to better connect food and agriculture leaders with real-world field experience has kicked off in the Chicago area. Farm Foundation, an accelerator of practical solutions for agriculture, recently started the 2023 planting season by sowing three acres of oats on its new farm in Libertyville, Illinois. The farm is the future site of the Innovation and Education Campus, which will host a range of Farm Foundation programs, including the newly introduced AG 101 Bootcamps.Joining us in this episode to tell us more about the farm and the plans for the farm/innovation campus is Shari Rogge-Fidler, president and CEO of the Farm Foundation.  Shari has a long career in business and agriculture. She is a fifth-generation farm owner from Nebraska and hods a MBA from Harvard Business School. Her bachelor of science degree is in business administration from the University of Kansas with an emphasis on international finance. For more information, on this and other topics, we invite you to visit our websites - www.Feedstuffs.com and www.NationalHogFarmer.com. While you are there be sure to check out our digital editions and our new Feedstuffs 365 platform. 

4-H, FFA and Ag in the Classroom plays a vital role in molding the next generation of farmers and professionals in the ag industry.

Shannon Martin, Kansas Farm Bureau's assistant director for the Foundation and Ag Education, discusses KFB's End Hunger Project. She reviews how the project supports reducing hunger in Kansas.

This Week in Oklahoma Politics, KOSU's Michael Cross talks with Republican Political Consultant Neva Hill and civil rights attorney Ryan Kiesel about an investigation over misspent COVID-19 education funds and a budget hearing for State Superintendent Ryan Walters before lawmakers.The trio also discusses the firing of a Department of Education attorney who had supported LGBTQ rights and the new pressure for the Department of Veterans Affairs director from the Stitt-appointed Veterans' Commission.

The WTWA gang sits down with two former agriculture teacher colleagues to get an overview of AgEd and why it's important to society. The hilarious duo offer great insights while also showing us their passion and dedication to their craft.

A new year is here so let's kick off Season 2 talking all things BABY! Today I would like to share with you all about our 5 boys and how they came into this world! No pregnancy is the same, no delivery is the same and I know for my own personal sake, hearing others stories has always been enlightening and also reassuring. So let's get chatting! Make sure to check out Rooted In Faith, Family, & Farmlife Podcast | Homeschool Resources for Christian Moms, Ag Education and Homesteading Tips with Host, Lindsay Spurrier (rootedinfaithfamilyfarmlife.com) to get ahold of your very own 2023 Rooted In Planner! I have been working so hard on it's creation and I'm sure you are going to love it as much as I do! There is a downloadable version as well as a hardcopy option! Christmas shopping is still being done! Here are a few of my favorites to add to anyones list! www.mypillow.com use the code ROOTEDIN for up to 60% off! Go for the Slippers or Bathrobe! The Bible Recap: One Year Reading Guide https://amzn.to/3hPgkWa Our ladies group is working on this one starting in January! Wall Hanging Glass Flower Vases! https://amzn.to/3jpfiks Amazing for those of us who never remember to water our plants; using just water rather than soil, within the glass, you can see the roots and their water level. Very beautiful addition to any home! Camera https://amzn.to/3jmV8qY This is the one I use for all my own photography plus recording my podcast! I love how simple it is for even the most non-technology capable (like myself)!   Some of the links above are affiliated which means I may earn a small commission with your purchase. As always, thank you for your continued support of this podcast and in turn, our family! Lindsay

Tune in as we wrap up our celebration of our Missouri FFA National champions. Emily Hoyt, a sophomore studying agriculture education at the University of Missouri, was named the national champion in the agricultural education proficiency award at the 95th National FFA Convention in Indiana.  Emily previously served as an Agriculture Education on the Move™ partner educator as a part of her SAE.

Welcome to Episode 117 of The Spokesman Speaks podcast. In this episode, Iowa State University ag economics professor Dr. Alejandro Plastina shares where things stand with carbon credit markets and what farmers need to know. And Floyd County farmer Laura Cunningham shares the grassroots, years-long effort that led to a new ag education and FFA program in northern Iowa's Central Spring School District. Resources mentioned in this episode: Learn more about carbon credit programs on ISU's Ag Decision Maker website. Learn how you can help the Central Springs AgEd Boosters. 

Today's guest is Dr. Tim Burcham, the director of the Northeast Rice Research and Extension Center in Greenfield, Arkansas. This center – a part of the University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture – has a focus on research, community outreach, and educating all generations on agriculture in the Arkansas Delta. You can visit their website or find them on Facebook at UofA Northeast Rice Research and Extension Center. Dr. Burcham can also be reached via email at tburcham@uada.edu or phone at 870-586-6236. “I know the Lord's in control and that's what I lean on every day.”               -Dr. Tim Burcham That Farm Life Podcast is a resource of Agri Health Network. For more information and to find more resources, check out AgriHealth.net. Questions or comments? Email us at info@agrihealth.net.

In today's episode, I finally get to the other half of the story.  In my previous interviews with Case Edwards, who is an American Star Finalist this year, he has always given all the credit for his accomplishments to a classmate of his named Terrance Crayton.  When Case was a sophomore and Terrance was a junior, Terrance approached his FFA advisor and suggested that their chapter have a small engine team.  His advisor said, "sounds good, you put it together, teach it and run it" and Terrance did.  At Terrance's suggestion this is where Case got his first exposure to small engine repair, and it has now propelled him all the way to being an American Star Finalist in the category of placement. In and of itself, that is an amazing story, but of course there is more.  Terrance is also an American Star Finalist.  That is right, both he and Case, will share the stage as American Star Finalists this year at the National FFA Convention.  Terrance's category is agribusiness.  Since he was in the 9th grade Terrance has been repairing people's equipment and small engines for them.  At first he relied on his grandfather to drive him from place to place, but eventually he saved enough of his money to purchase his own pickup which he turned into a service truck for small engine repair.  Terrance's business grew and grew with the help of word of mouth advertising as well as Facebook Marketplace.  Today he is studying Ag Education at Auburn University, and this time next year he should be employed as an FFA Advisor.  Terrance gives credit to his grandfather's ability to teach mechanics to him for giving him the interest in small engines.  He gives credit to a typo on a class schedule that put him in an "Ag" class rather than the "Art" class that he wanted.  And he gives credit to his ag teacher who kept nudging him into FFA activities until he finally totally committed and his accomplishments in the FFA really took off.   SUPERVISED AGRICULTURAL EXPERIENCE: Agribusiness HIGH SCHOOL: Wetumpka High School, Wetumpka, Alabama MASCOT: Indians FFA ADVISOR: William Norris CONTACT INFORMATION FOR TERRANCE CRAYTON: Click on the picture below to be taken to the Wetumpka High School website: Terrance's FFA Advisors' Email Address: william.norris@elmoreco.com Wetumpka High School's Telephone Number: 334-567-1178 FFA LINKS: National FFA Organization Supervised Agricultural Experiences (SAE's) Support FFA  Donate to FFA - One way that FFA students are able to start small businesses is through an FFA grant of $1,000.  In 2014, 141 FFA students received these grants.  With your donations, more students can get this head start - pay it forward. REASONS TO DONATE TO FFA: Only 2% of Americans grow and raise most of the food and livestock consumed by the other 98% as well as the rest of the world.  FFA is providing the needed education, training and resources to Americans that will carry that torch forward and ensure that America continues to have inexpensive, quality food. Rural Communities will rely on entrepreneurship in the future for population growth and job creation.  The FFA is a major catalyst to that entrepreneurial growth. Farmers, ranchers, and those working in agriculture give the rest of America incredible amounts of freedom because the search for food is as simple as going to the grocery store: "Because American farmers are able to provide for so many of us, they give more and more of us the freedom to pursue goals and livelihoods beyond growing the food we need to survive." U.S. Secretary of Agriculture, Tom Vilsack  More Places You Can Listen to Off-Farm Income And Matt Brechwald:    

In this tailgate we have a short conversation/interview with one of our current students Nick Lara.  Nick comes from North High FFA chapter and is currently studying Ag Education with an emphasis in Agricultural Mechanics. If you have topic ideas or want to reach out to us our email is SGRpodcast@gmail.com  Check out the podcast website at you can also check out the last episode in full length using the link https://safetyglassesrequired.libsyn.com/  Check out our YouTube pages: John  Chris