FFA: Crop scouting on the way to National recognition 2026-08-10 - Iowa - Photo from Gabby Barnes. Our crop scouting contest was another part of our scored application. This image was taken while the team was in Iowa preparing for the national competition. They visited agronomists at the test plots with Iowa State University. Read More... | Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

FFA: Farmer Appreciation Lunch 2026-08-10 - Columbia, KY - Photo from Gabby Barnes. Our annual Farmer Appreciation Lunch was another activity included in the application. Each year, we feed over 300 local farmers and agriculturalists. Last year, head chef Brayden Fitzgerald did an outstanding job manning the grill. Read More... | Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

Morning Glories in many colors 2026-08-10 - Cane Valley, KY - Photo by Robert Ellis, robertelliswoodworking.com. Robert writes, "Spotted two different colored Morning Glories growing together on my morning walk." Read More... | Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

FFA: Middle school torch demonstration 2026-08-10 - Columbia, KY - Photo from Gabby Barnes. Billy Bell can be seen demonstrating the safe use of the oxyacetylene torch to middle school students. The middle school ag shop day was another activity that was evaluated by the national judges. Read More... | Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

Local work lead FFA to National recognition 2026-08-10 - Columbia, KY - Photo from Gabby Barnes. The local cattle working contest was another activity that was graded at the national level. Here, you can see Brent Moore administering a vaccine while James Jessie and Ethan Wooten prepare the next syringes at the table. Read More... | Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

FFA Greenhouse opening part of National recognition 2026-08-10 - Columbia, KY - Photo from Gabby Barnes. The Greenhouse Grand Opening was included as one of our activities. In this image, the greenhouse students are recognizing those that assisted in providing funds for the construction of the new FFA greenhouse. Read More... | Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

Scenic Kentucky: Octagon Hall 2026-08-10 - Franklin, KY - Photo by Pam Capozziello. Pam writes, "This is the slaves' quarters on the property of Octagon Hall, located in Franklin. Octagon Hall is one of the most haunted properties in all of KY...it is noted that 40 ghosts are known to have been photographed there. I have been there twice and it is worth going there for the tour of the house. Admission used to be just 20 bucks. While I did not get to see any ghosts personally, I did happen to photograph this shot of the slaves quarters showing an obvious large orb in the front door as well as a mist in the tree! It was not raining when I went there... if you are into spooky places, this place is a must to check out!" Comments? | Click here to share, print, or bookmark this photo.

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