On Oct. 21-23, Warrenton FFA Chapter sent 28 of its members to the 99th National FFA Convention and Expo in Indianapolis, Indiana. They were there with 70,000 other FFA members from all 50 states and U.S. territories. On Wednesday when they arrived they were able to see the Avery Anna and Ty Myers concert.
Bright and early on Thursday members attended the first general session, career show and expo. They followed that up with a tour at the Corteva headquarters where they learned about Corteva’s mission, “To enrich the lives of those who produce and those who consume, ensuring progress for generations to come.” While there Luke Gerdeman, 10th grade Warrenton FFA member, learned that “Corteva can help the farmer to achieve a better yield on their crops depending on what type of soil they have by having it tested.” To end the day Thursday, members went to see a hypnotist show for their evening entertainment.
On Friday, members went back to the Expo and Career Show to talk with agriculture based companies, universities, colleges, and trade schools. The chapter members attended a Three Hills Rodeo performance before making the long trek back to Warrenton. All members enjoyed the 99th National FFA Convention and look forward to attending the 100th National FFA Convention in October of 2027 in Indianapolis.
