Countdown to Convention: Culver’s Supports FFA One Scoop at a Time

Culver’s Quality Manager Jim Krombach explains why it is vital for brands to invest in the next generation of agriculture through organizations like FFA.

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. (RFD-TV) — As we continue our Countdown to Convention, presented by Culver’s, we’re highlighting brands investing in the next generation of agriculture.

Culver’s supports the National FFA Organization through its Thank You Farmers Project and local chapter partnerships across the country. Culver’s Quality Manager Jim Krombach explains why this connection to agriculture matters.

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The Countdown to Convention, presented by Culver’s, is now down to 16 days. Soon, thousands of Blue Jackets will fill the streets of Indianapolis!

From the first session to the final gavel, you can catch gavel-to-gavel coverage of The 98th National FFA Convention & Expo—live and free—on the RFD-TV Now app, October 29 through November 1.

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