FFA Today: Missouri FFA Student Earns National Ag Honor

Lily Pryer’s passion shows how National FFA members are making an impact in classrooms and communities all across Rural America.

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. (RFD-TV) — Missouri FFA member Lily Pryer recently earned the National Honor – the Agricultural Education Proficiency Award. She was recognized at the National FFA Convention for her work teaching students about agriculture. FFA Live has the story.

Pryer’s passion for agricultural education shows how FFA members are making an impact in classrooms and communities!

To learn more about the National FFA Organization and watch more student success stories, check out our section FFA Today.

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