VERSAILLES – The Congressman Warren Davidson Farm Forum, hosted by the Versailles FFA on March 8th, provided a platform for discussing critical issues facing the agricultural community.
The event brought together approximately 225 attendees, with the Versailles FFA serving made-to-order omelets, sausage, yogurt, fruit, coffee cake, chocolate milk, orange juice and coffee as a part of the gathering.
The program began with a recitation of the FFA Creed by Versailles FFA member Monica Evers, who had recently presented it at the State Public Speaking Contest. This was followed by remarks from Congressman Warren Davidson, Representative Matt Huffman, and Director of Agriculture Brian Baldridge, along with Ohio Farm Bureau staff Brad Bales. Each speaker addressed current challenges within the agricultural sector and discussed potential solutions to these pressing concerns.
The event also featured a Public Speaking presentation by Versailles FFA member Rhylan Broerman, who delivered her speech titled “The Real Cause”, which she had previously presented at the State Public Speaking Contest.
The forum concluded with an engaging Q&A session with Brad Bales and Congressman Warren Davidson, providing attendees the opportunity to interact with the speakers.
Versailles FFA members played a role in introducing all the presenters throughout the program as well.
The Versailles FFA would like to thank Weaver Eggs for the egg donation, Reiter Dairy for the milk and orange juice donation, Farm Credit for the plate and napkin donation, Janelle and Rick Bell for the sausage donation and helping with the program, Dannon yogurt for the yogurt and Mrs White’s class for making the homemade coffee cake.
Overall, the forum successfully fostered meaningful dialogue and provided valuable insights into the future of agriculture.