This morning FMC announced a greater commitment to farming’s future by becoming sole sponsor of the National FFA Agriscience Research – Plant Systems Proficiency Awards for 2015. The awards recognize outstanding high school students’ active research and experimentation in the production of plants, animals and related processes.

“We continue to look for ways to encourage students – our future crop growers – now. Our expanded partnership with the National FFA Organization is one way we can spark their inquiring minds and encourage additional innovation,” said John Kasper, FMC Agricultural Solutions North America commercial business director.

Chapter level awardees receive medals and certificates of recognition. Each state winner receives similar acknowledgement and a $250 cash award. Four national finalists each will receive a $500 cash award, and the national winner receives the top award of $1,000.


“Practical learning by doing is accomplished from student participation in SAE programs,” said Glenn Sims, National FFA Foundation senior regional director. “We appreciate the growing support from FMC to help agricultural students across the country learn, explore undiscovered opportunities with plants and gain career success.”

FMC representatives will participate in judging this year’s national finalist entries and present the awards during the National FFA Convention on October 28-31 in Louisville, Ky.