National FFA Officers Reflect on Leadership, Service and the Future of Agriculture

Trey Myers and T. Wayne Williams discuss lessons learned on the road and what continues inspiring students across the country.

NASHVILLE, TN (RFD News) — National FFA President Trey Myers and Southern Region Vice President T. Wayne Williams joined us on Thursday’s Market Day Report to reflect on their year of service and discuss what they are hearing from students across the country.

During their conversation with RFD News, Myers looked back on the moments that stood out most from his year serving as national president and how the experience has shaped his perspective on agriculture, leadership and the future of the industry.

Williams also discussed what it has been like traveling across the country representing FFA and connecting with students from a wide variety of communities and backgrounds.

The conversation focused on challenges members are currently facing, along with what continues giving both officers optimism about the next generation of agricultural leaders.

As convention season approaches, Myers and Williams also shared what they are most excited for members to experience this year and reflected on the biggest lessons they will carry forward from their time serving in national leadership roles.

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Knoxville native Neal Burnette-Irwin is a graduate from MTSU where he majored in Journalism and Entertainment Studies. He works as a digital content producer with RFD News and is represented by multiple talent agencies in Nashville and Chicago.


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