Mark Twain once said, “If you don’t like the weather in New England, just wait a minute, it’ll change.” Since he first spoke those words, many other regions and states across the country have adopted that saying, including Kentucky, where it seems to be truer during this winter season than ever before.
CBOT futures closed sharply lower and near the day’s lows. Futures were pressured by news reports indicating the US/China negotiators are far apart on key issues and that President Trump may extend the negotiations through May. Cattle futures rebounded from early morning losses to close slightly higher near the day’s highs.
Kentucky FFA Advisor Matt Chaliff says FFA is touching many lives in the state, but has also left a lasting mark on many leaders. Chaliff discusses FFA Week activities, the role former members play in their communities and across the state, and the impact of FFA Advisers.
Menifee County FFA members will collect food for the community animal shelter and host an impromptu speaking contest, among other activities during the National FFA Week. First year FFA Adviser James Kash talks about the chapter, the events they are doing and shares some information about the importance of the agriculture program.
Each FFA chapter in Kentucky celebrates National FFA Week in a different way. LaRue County FFA Adviser Misty Bivens says their chapter will help prepare food for the local backpack program and celebrate another great year as an FFA chapter.
