Members of the LaMoille FFA Chapter attended the 89th annual Illinois State FFA Convention on June 13-15 along with 3,500 other FFA members, advisors, and guests.
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Clay Sundberg (Photo contributed)
SPRINGFIELD – Members of the LaMoille FFA Chapter attended the 89th annual Illinois State FFA Convention on June 13-15 along with 3,500 other FFA members, advisors, and guests.
“Maximize” was the theme of the three-day event which recognizes annual successes of Illinois FFA members, elects the major state officer team, and celebrates agriculture. Students at the convention were greeted with activities including an exhibit hall featuring colleges and businesses, an evening dance and talent show, and an opportunity to engage in the history of Illinois’ capital city. The convention program featured keynote presentations by National FFA Central Region Vice President Valerie Earley, of Minn., and Hoan Do, a former contestant on “American Ninja Warrior,” student success coach, and motivational speaker.
During the convention, the following award was presented to the LaMoille FFA chapter:
State Winner Livestock (non-reasons) Career Development Event High Individual: Clay Sundberg was recognized for winning the state Livestock Evaluation CDE, which requires team members to evaluate and rank breeding and market livestock based on current industry desired traits and performance data. Teams evaluate cattle, swine, sheep, and goats.
