Host Aaron Alejandro and Dr. Mindy Brashears discuss the key role that agriculture plays in national security. The National FFA Organization works to strengthen science and agricultural educational opportunities for students across the country. The Texas FFA Association and Texas FFA Foundation are the largest state organizations in the country.On this episode of Growing Our Future Podcast, Aaron Alejandro introduces Dr. Mindy Brashears, Associate Vice President for research at Texas Tech University and former Under Secretary of Agriculture in Food Safety for the United States Department of Agriculture. Brashears’ extensive experience as an educator and policy-maker began in the high…
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Host Aaron Alejandro and Tom Ziglar discuss the late Zig Ziglar’s inspirational legacy and the need for great leaders. The National FFA Organization works to strengthen science and agricultural educational opportunities for students across the country. The Texas FFA Association and Texas FFA Foundation are the largest state organizations in the country. On this episode of Growing Our Future Podcast, Aaron Alejandro introduces Tom Ziglar, CEO of the Zig Ziglar Corporation. Ziglar’s extensive experience as a coach, author, and speaker reminds listeners of the importance of humility and hope when it comes to leadership in agriculture and beyond. Zig Ziglar’s…
Host Aaron Alejandro and Dan Hunter share insights on life lessons learned in FFA, leadership skills, and the difference one can make working in agriculture. The National FFA Organization works to strengthen science and agricultural educational opportunities for students across the country. The Texas FFA Association and Texas FFA Foundation are the largest state organizations in the country. On this episode of Growing Our Future Podcast, Aaron Alejandro introduces Dan Hunter, Assistant Commissioner in the state of Texas’ Department of Agriculture. Hunter’s extensive experience in agriculture, trade, research, water, and policy development, at both the state and national levels, helps…
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