GRIDLEY, CA (MPG) - The Gridley FFA chapter had four teams compete at the Chico State Field Day themed “Back on the Trail” held on February 12th.

The GHS FFA groups that attended the in-person field day competition included Cooperative Marketing, Best Informed Greenhand, Fruit Tree Judging, and Ag Mechanics. The GHS FFA Cooperative Marketing (Co-Ops) team consisting of Nico Donati, Gaby Avelar, Paige Sutherland, Ellie Woods, and Hannah Grover, placed 1st high team with Nico Donati awarded 2nd high individual, and Gaby Avelar awarded 3rd high individual. This team was tasked with demonstrating their knowledge and problem solving surrounding Agricultural Cooperatives.

Best Informed Greenhand (BIG) is a team of freshmen, or greenhand members who study and learn facts about FFA and take exams based on the knowledge they have absorbed. Gridley’s BIG team placed 5th high team overall. The team consisted of Gabby Naylor, Annie Woods, Taylor Carey, and Payton Burresch.

Fruit Tree Judging is a competitive team where members judge fruit trees and place them based on their ability to produce a healthy crop. Our Fruit Tree team, consisting of Becca Hamman, Kennison Cota, and Avery Weagant, placed 1st high team with Becca Hamman awarded 3rd high individual and Kennison Cota awarded 5th high individual.

Finally, Gridley FFA’s Ag Mechanics team, consisting of Gunner Upton, Austin Weagant, Adam Khan, and Alan Vargas, placed 5th high team with Austin Weagant as 2nd high individual. Ag Mechanics is a competitive team where students are tested on their skills and knowledge in fabrication and construction careers. Tasks include tool identification, problem solving, as well as electrical and welding skills.

Students who competed at this field day had the opportunity to visit the Chico State Farm, browse different booths, and learn about more opportunities in agriculture.  Overall Gridley had a great showing at the contest, and we are looking forward to National FFA Week coming up next week. GHS FFA cannot wait for all the fun activities that are planned for the week!