by CassideyP | Oct 31, 2022 | All, FFA Features
The 95th National FFA Convention & Expo took place October 26th-29th in Indianapolis, Indiana. The winners of Career & Leadership Development Events, Proficiency Awards, Agriscience Fair participants, and American Degree Recipients were recognized during the...
by Lauren DeVries-Mink | Sep 16, 2022 | All, FFA Features
In agriculture it is important to keep a steady foundation while also valuing innovation and improvement. New practices and technology have improved our efficiency. However, we are still built upon the rocks of hard work, family, tradition, and dedication to success....
by Lauren DeVries-Mink | Aug 15, 2022 | All
For many people the fair means carnival rides and eating a funnel cake. However, at the Washington County Fair and many fairs around Idaho it is all about tradition, traditions of raising top quality livestock and the community gathering to celebrate the joys of...
by Lauren DeVries-Mink | Jul 21, 2022 | All, FFA Features
Winter and spring are filled with preparation and gearing up for the upcoming season. All over the Gem State crops thrive throughout the summer months- optimal weather with great soil and moisture creates an environment for extraordinary growth. Just like many of the...
by CassideyP | Dec 17, 2021 | All, FFA Features
In 1978 Alan Krick zipped up the blue jacket for the first time as a Genesee FFA member. In 1982 he took the blue jacket off for the final time, this time retiring as the Genesee FFA chapter President. Little did Alan know that this wouldn’t be the last experience...
by CassideyP | Nov 1, 2021 | All, FFA Features
After graduating as a proud Vandal from the University of Idaho with a bachelors in agricultural education, Pat Dixon went to the Treasure Valley and began his teaching career at Nampa High School. After 14 years at Nampa High School, Mr. Dixon moved south down to...