Four Nebraska FFA members were awarded top honors for their supervised agricultural experiences (SAEs).
This year, 24 individuals were selected to be finalists and one star was named in each of the four areas: agribusiness, agriscience, placement and production.
The 2024 State Stars are Carson Mau from Sutton, Cole Ransen from Norfolk, Makayla Johnson from Wilcox-Hildreth and Adam Knapp from Ord.
State Star in Agribusiness: Carson Mau | Sutton FFA Chapter
Carson Mau provides lawn care services for over 50 residential and commercial properties. He developed skills in marketing and building a brand identity for his business. He plans to attend the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and major in Agriculture Education.
Carson is the son of Brent and Gwenda Mau. His FFA Advisor is Gwenda Mau.
State Star in Agriscience: Cole Ransen | Norfolk FFA Chapter
Cole Ransen’s SAE included conducting experiments and researching variables in radish, pepper, and concrete production. Cole plans to attend the Northeast Community College and major in Electrical Mechanical Technology.
Cole is the son of Lori Ransen. His FFA Advisor is Jonathan Anderson.
Star in Agricultural Placement: Makayla Johnson | Wilcox-Hildreth FFA Chapter
Makayla Johnson works for Central Valley Irrigation where she sorts and loads corner machines, loads underground pipe, and re-nozzles pivots. Makayla plans to major in Business Administration at Central Community College.
Makayla is the daughter of Jeremiah and Heather Johnson. Her FFA Advisor is Kassie Faimon.
Star in Agricultural Production: Adam Knapp | Ord FFA Chapter
Adam Knapp rents 208 acres of mostly-irrigated farm ground. He also raises and markets cattle. Adam developed skills in farm management, agronomy, and business. Adam plans to attend UNL and major in Agribusiness.
Adam is the son of Jay and Kay Knapp. His FFA Advisors are Dave Ference, Johnny Ference and Chrisinda Ritz.
