Raela's Supervised Agriculture Experience Insights

Raela, a junior at the L FFA chapter in Elma, Michigan, shares her experience with her supervised agriculture experience (SAE) involving raising chickens for the Michigan FFA Broiler contest. She discusses the growth and care of the chickens, the impact of her SAE on her future, and the lessons she learned about agriculture and food production. Raela credits her adviser and family for their support and shares the skills she gained, such as patience and time management. She encourages students to choose an SAE they are passionate about and highlights the benefits of joining FFA for personal and leadership growth.

What is a Supervised Agriculture Experience (SAE)?

• A classroom-based agricultural study

• An unsupervised project in agriculture

• A supervised agricultural activity outside the classroom

• A theoretical agricultural research

What is Raela's SAE project focused on?

• Growing vegetables

• Raising chickens

• Running a Facebook page

• Managing a dairy farm

What contest is Raela preparing her chickens for?

• Local Farm Fair

• Michigan FFA Broiler contest

• National Poultry Show

• State Egg-laying Competition

How does Raela believe her SAE will impact her future?

• By providing lessons applicable in various life stages

• By making her a poultry expert

• By giving her a scholarship

• By ensuring a career in agriculture

Which skills has Raela gained from her SAE?

• Cooking and baking

• Patience, time management, and problem-solving

• Public speaking and writing

• Mathematics and science

Who motivated Raela to start her SAE?

• Her best friend

• Her father

• Her adviser

• Her sister

What advice does Raela give to students starting their own SAE?

• Focus only on theoretical knowledge

• Start without any preparation

• Research thoroughly and choose something you want to do

• Choose something you are forced to do

Why did Raela join FFA?

• It was a mandatory school requirement

• She wanted to avoid other extracurricular activities

• Her mom was an officer and member of FFA

• She wanted to win a contest

What benefits does FFA offer to students?

• Immediate job placement

• Free agricultural equipment

• Growth as a person, leader, and student

• Guaranteed scholarships

What is the key to getting the most out of FFA according to Raela?

• Focusing only on academics

• Putting in as much effort as possible

• Participating in every contest

• Attending all meetings