George wins 2024 Future Farmers of America Star in Agricultural Production award

The 2024 Future Farmers of America Star in Agricultural Production Award

NILES, Mich. — The 2024 Future Farmers of America Star in Agricultural Production award was presented to Drew George, a student at Niles High School, during the 96th Michigan FFA Convention at the Wharton Center in East Lansing.

Emphasizing Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

Drew George’s achievement aligns with several Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) set by the United Nations:

1. Goal 2: Zero Hunger
2. Goal 4: Quality Education
3. Goal 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
4. Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
5. Goal 15: Life on Land

George expressed the importance of teamwork in his involvement with FFA and his Supervised Agricultural Experience in sheep production. He highlighted the collective effort in preparing for shows, sharing knowledge, and supporting one another.

The Star in Agricultural Production Award recognizes FFA members who demonstrate exceptional proficiency and efficiency in managing agricultural enterprises while contributing to the advancement of agricultural practices.

Over the past six years, George’s passion for sheep production has flourished. He has nurtured and expanded his flock of registered Southdown sheep, starting with 20 ewes during his freshman year and now overseeing a flock of 45 mature ewes, 10 replacement ewes, and three rams.

Agricultural Communicator Alex Schnabelrauch commended George’s keen eye for livestock selection and diligent pedigree study, which have earned him national recognition in the show ring. George has achieved grand champion titles at prestigious events such as the National Southdown Junior Show and the National Open Show at the North American International Livestock Expo in 2023.

George’s selection for this award followed a comprehensive evaluation process, including an extensive application and balance sheet, farm visit, advisor and administrator interviews, and a personal interview.

Cheryl Rogers, George’s Agricultural Educator and FFA Advisor, praised his leadership and personal skills that make him an outstanding FFA member and sheep producer. Rogers also commended George’s ability to network with other FFA members and sheep producers from across the country. Additionally, George’s dedication to teaching and encouraging younger exhibitors in raising and showing sheep is highly gratifying.

Conclusion

Drew George’s recognition with the 2024 Future Farmers of America Star in Agricultural Production award exemplifies his commitment to sustainable agriculture and his contributions towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). His achievements in sheep production showcase the potential for responsible consumption and production, while his involvement in FFA demonstrates the importance of quality education, decent work, economic growth, and fostering life on land.

SDGs, Targets and Indicators

1. SDG 2: Zero Hunger

   • Target 2.3: By 2030, double the agricultural productivity and incomes of small-scale food producers, in particular women, indigenous peoples, family farmers, pastoralists and fishers, including through secure and equal access to land, other productive resources and inputs, knowledge, financial services, markets and opportunities for value addition and non-farm employment.
   • Indicator: Increase in agricultural productivity and incomes of small-scale food producers, specifically in sheep production.

2. SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production

   • Target 12.6: Encourage companies, especially large and transnational companies, to adopt sustainable practices and to integrate sustainability information into their reporting cycle.
   • Indicator: Adoption of sustainable practices in sheep production by Drew George.

3. SDG 15: Life on Land

   • Target 15.9: By 2020, integrate ecosystem and biodiversity values into national and local planning, development processes, poverty reduction strategies and accounts.
   • Indicator: Integration of ecosystem and biodiversity values into sheep production practices by Drew George.

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