AUSTIN, Texas (RFD-TV) — A Texas FFA member has made history, becoming the first in the state in 87 years to receive the American Star in Agribusiness Award.
Jose Yepez of Greenville FFA earned the national honor after building a landscaping business that began with his father’s lawn mower and has since generated more than $1.8 million in revenue.
Yepez joined us on Monday’s Market Day Report to discuss his achievement and journey as a young entrepreneur.
In his conversation with RFD-TV, he reflected on the support of his parents and FFA advisors, who helped him grow his business to serve more than 100 customers.
Yepez is now attending the University of Texas at Austin while continuing to run his business. He hopes his success will encourage other young people to pursue their own goals, regardless of where they start.
