INDIANAPOLIS — The Colquitt County FFA Chapter attended the 90th annual National FFA Convention and Expo held in Indianapolis, Indiana, Oct. 23-28.

Fourteen students who placed first in a local contest sponsored by local businesses, placed first in a CDE competition, or won their proficiency had the opportunity to be a part of this year’s convention. Colquitt County had six individuals who competed while at National Convention.

Garrett Harrell took home a national title in his proficiency category of Agricultural Processing.

Libba Johnson was named a national finalist in her proficiency area of Veterinary Science.

Tyler Robinson competed in the Job Interview CDE, earning a bronze title.

The Marketing Plan CDE team, which consists of Kaitlyn Hart, Logan Moore, and Mary Logan Tostenson, was awarded silver.

Colquitt County also had two former students who attended and received their American Degree, Kylie Wilkes and Haley Gibson. The American Degree is the highest form of degree that one can receive in the FFA.

The nine other students who attended the convention won sponsored local contests offered to all FFA members. These students were Jordan Barfield, Kirk Beacham, Mackenzie Blair, Charlie Collins, Garrett Griner, Montana Hall, Patti Mitchell, Vaidehi Patel, and Blake Richter.