Episode 317: Cara Parlato-Butler, Emma Huber, and Shawn Martin

By Lori Taylor

Aug 28, 2024

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Summary:

In this episode of the Produce Moms podcast, three newly named National FFA Teacher Ambassadors discuss the importance of FFA in agriculture education. They highlight the diverse range of students and chapters in FFA, emphasizing that FFA is not just for those interested in farming. The teacher ambassadors also discuss efforts to attract more women and underrepresented populations to the agriculture industry. They mention the inclusion of different languages in FFA resources, grants to support students, and the Women Growing Women initiative. Overall, FFA is seen as a welcoming and empowering organization that prepares students for leadership roles in agriculture.

Takeaways:

  • FFA is a diverse organization with chapters in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and the US Virgin Islands, and it has more than a million student members.
  • FFA is not just for those interested in farming; it offers a wide range of opportunities in agriculture, including business, communication, and technology.
  • Efforts are being made to attract more women and underrepresented populations to the agriculture industry, such as the Women Growing Women initiative and the translation of FFA resources into different languages.
  • Grants are available to support FFA chapters and students in their agricultural projects and community service efforts.
  • FFA prepares students for leadership roles and teaches important skills such as dedication, hard work, and time management.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to FFA and Teacher Ambassadors

10:38 Diversity and Inclusion in FFA

19:27 Attracting Women and Underrepresented Populations

25:26 Grants and Resources for FFA Chapters and Students

37:26 FFA: Cultivating Future Leaders in Agriculture

Resources:

Website: FFA | Preparing Members for Leadership and Career Success

Facebook: NationalFFA

Instagram: National FFA Organization (@nationalffa) • Instagram photos and videos

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About Lori

Lori Taylor is the Founder & CEO of The Produce Moms. For ten years she sold fresh produce to over 300 grocery stores throughout the United States, and today she is fully focused on working with the produce supply chain, media, and government to increase fresh produce access & consumption in the US and around the globe. Connect with Lori on LinkedIn.

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