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CropVillage update for October 26, 2009, National FFA Convention wraps up

October brought to Indianapolis several thousand young adults to the 82nd National FFA Convention. The Truffle Media team was on the floor talking with career floor exhibitors and students about their experience. Of particular interest are the 2009 FFA Agri-Entrepreneurs winners. They are energetic, optimistic, and are pursuing their ideas with passion. These are people to keep your eye on!

CropVillage 0185, National FFA Convention Conversations

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  • The National FFA Convention recently brought thousands of 'Blue Jackets' to Indianapolis for four days of presentations, programs and eye-opening experiences. Truffle Media's John Blue connected with exhibitors of all sorts. Thanks to AgReliant Genetics, Bayer CropScience, and Carhartt.

Tyler Steinbrink and Steinbrink Cattle Co., 2009 FFA Agri-Entrepreneur

Tyler Steinbrink and Steinbrink Cattle Co.Tyler Steinbrink and Steinbrink Cattle Co., 2009 FFA Agri-Entrepreneur. Tyler says that raising cattle takes perseverance and you need an attitude that prepares you for the ups and downs of the business.

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Rachael Arkfeld and Arbor Country Meats, 2009 FFA Agri-Entrepreneur

Rachael Arkfeld and Arbor Country MeatsRachael Arkfeld and Arbor Country Meats, 2009 FFA Agri-Entrepreneur. Rachael challenges the assumptions about what a bratwurst is and uniquely defines her product.

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Newt McGuire and Spectacular Lawn Service, 2009 FFA Agri-Entrepreneur

Newt McGuire and Spectacular Lawn ServiceNewt McGuire and Spectacular Lawn Service, 2009 FFA Agri-Entrepreneur. Newt describes his zero turn mowers and growing his business from word of mouth.

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Kenny Schilling and K and S Traplines, 2009 FFA Agri-Entrepreneur

Kenny Schilling and K and S TraplinesKenny Schilling and K and S Traplines, 2009 FFA Agri-Entrepreneur. Kenny sees this business as a life long venture.

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Mike Rowe, from Dirty Jobs, is the main keynote at 2009 National FFA Convention

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Mike Rowe from Dirty Jobs, is the main keynote to the students of the 2009 National FFA Convention , October 21-24, 2009, Indianapolis, Indiana, USA.

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2009 National FFA Convention conversations

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Convention conversations from the 2009 National FFA Convention , October 21-24, 2009, Indianapolis, Indiana, USA.

Clayton Carley and The Sweet Corn Shack, 2009 FFA Agri-Entrepreneur

Clayton Carley and The Sweet Corn Shack, 2009 FFA Agri-EntrepreneurClayton Carley and The Sweet Corn Shack, 2009 FFA Agri-Entrepreneur, branched out to catering and using T-shirts to spread the word.

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Cathryn Clark and Clark's Ark Pet Sitting Service, 2009 FFA Agri-Entrepreneur

,2009 FFA Agri-EntrepreneurCathryn Clark and Clark's Ark Pet Sitting Service, 2009 FFA Agri-Entrepreneur; hardest part to starting company? Buying the variety of food to feed the numerous pets.

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