Oregon FFA

Oregon FFA state Treasure Ethian Webb says wearing the blue corduroy has had such a big impact on him over the past four years, he's considering changing is career path.

There are many challenges before the ranching community, but one that doesn’t get much of the attention, according to Oregon FFA President Alex Wise, is the average age of today’s producer.

Oregon FFA state Secretary Lydia Cruikshank says finding needed Ag workers is already difficult for producers in the Beaver State, and lawmakers look to make the challenge even more burdensome.

Livvy Strum, Oregon's 2025-2026 FFA Vice President, says one of the biggest issues impacting farm country isn't being discussed much.

Henry Bennett, the 2025-2026 Oregon FFA state Sentinel says most people don't understand what modern agriculture is, or is not.

Ethian Webb, the 2025-2026 Oregon FFA State Treasure, says one of his favorite things about Oregon agriculture is the state's diversity.

Oregon FFA State President Alex Wise says you don't need to have all of the answers to share your story in agriculture. Just be willing to share.

Taft Rice, the 2024-2025 Oregon FFA Sentinel says it's very important for the farming community to actively advocate for their industry, and address some of the biggest hot buttoned issues.

Taft Rice says if he could remove one of the biggest stumbling blocks before Oregon producers, he would remove the ongoing water crisis.

Taft Rice, the 2024-2025 Oregon state Sentinel, says when it comes to advocacy, farmers need to be prepared to share whenever, wherever.   If you have a story idea for the PNW Ag Network, call (509) 547-1618, or e-mail glenn.vaagen@townsquaremedia.com ...