A local Caldwell County High School senior and FFA member has earned the top placement in the Pennyrile Regional Star Farmer competition.
Ben Jones has been named to represent the Pennyrile Region to compete for the Star Farmer in the Kentucky FFA Association.
This achievement is one of the most sought after awards for a FFA member to receive in recognition for the work and accomplishments in their FFA projects.
He was named Pennyrile Regional Star Farmer after being chosen to represent Caldwell County in the competition. Jones shared about his farming operation.
click to download audioJones added that his operation has expanded to a year round project.
click to download audioJones explained how he got started in his operation.
click to download audioHe will be graduating later this month and told about his upcoming plans.
click to download audioJones is grateful for the support he has been given in his farming experiences.
click to download audioCaldwell FFA Advisor Magen Woods is excited about his recognition and noted it is a huge accomplishment.
click to download audioWoods said Jones could be featured at the Kentucky State Fair if he is named top 5 in the State Contest.
click to download audioJones invites everyone to stop by and check out his business and products at the edge of Princeton.
click to download audioThe State Star Farmer will be named at the State FFA Convention held in June.
