Rachel Noble, Kaylee Murphy, Spencer Stocks, Brody Lynch, Kilby Hill, Quinton Rouse, Adilee Rich, and Elizabeth Pierce, Principal. Kneeling: Justin Icorn, Colton Tyndall, Connor Stanley, Anadela Rodriguez

South Lenoir High School's Future Farmers of America (FFA) has held its annual plant. The FFA members have been working hard in their greenhouses to ensure that they offer a wide range of plants for sale.  

There are two greenhouses, one of which was built last year with a grant that the FFA members had secured. The new greenhouse was full of ferns, including emerald and hanging basket ferns. The other greenhouse was dedicated to flowering plants and a few succulents, including the popular Boston Ferns, macho ferns, and emerald ferns. 

According to Rachel Noble, “This year's plant sale has been a great success, with more sales on the first day than last year.” 

The FFA members had organized the sale efficiently, with tables set up for customers to browse the selection and staff on hand to assist them.  

FFA, which stands for Future Farmers of America, is now known as the National FFA Organization. The group has expanded beyond farming to include programs in mechanics, horticulture, and animal science. The horticulture classes at South Lenoir High School have been working hard to make the plant sale possible.  

"The FFA's educational program is very hands-on, providing students with valuable experience that can lead to future opportunities,” said Noble. 

Adilee Rich, an active FFA member, has been working in the greenhouses for the past year and has been given opportunities to manage other students. She describes FFA as a "give and take scenario," where members learn from each other and work together to make a difference. 

The success of this year's plant sale is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the FFA members at South Lenoir High School. Their commitment to horticulture and agriculture education is providing valuable experiences for the students and preparing them for future careers in these fields. 

“The students here are really hard working and they're determined to succeed in everything they do,” said Margo Harper, Agriculture Educator, South Lenoir High School.