Thirty Missouri FFA members selected to participate in agribusiness academy

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COLUMBIA, Mo., April 17, 2024 – Thirty members of the Missouri FFA Association were selected from an application and interview process during the 96th Missouri FFA Convention to participate in the Missouri Agribusiness Academy.

The primary objective of the academy is to provide an opportunity for students to experience multiple facets of agriculture, visit agribusinesses, and meet leaders in agriculture, government and education. Students will also develop communication skills, improve personal development, and learn about career opportunities. 

Students will attend the academy in summer 2024. The event is sponsored by the Missouri Department of Agriculture.

The Missouri FFA has 26,830 members representing 362 chapters. The national organization has more than 945,000 members representing 9,163 chapters in all 50 states, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

The FFA makes a positive difference in the lives of students by developing their potential for premier leadership, personal growth and career success through agricultural education.

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