Seventy-five FFA members from across the country recently explored careers in agribusiness during the National FFA Organization's Next Gen Conference in Chicago. The five-day conference introduced high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors to career opportunities through industry tours, panel discussions, and hands-on learning. Students visited agricultural businesses and gained experience with companies including CHS, CNH Industrial, and GROWMARK, while learning how agriculture extends far beyond the farm. "Over the decades, the business of agriculture has evolved beyond the traditional farming landscape," said National FFA Program Specialist Ashli Weinrich. "Hosting our Next Gen Conference in Chicago gives our members the opportunity to explore what agriculture looks like in a non-traditional landscape." The students were selected through a competitive application process highlighting their Supervised Agricultural Experience projects. FFA says the conference helps prepare members for careers in agribusiness, marketing, management, and other sectors of the agriculture industry.
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