By Matt Browning
Bennington’s Jordan Bartlett and Khloe Dossett became involved in agriculture for two very different reasons.
“My interest in agriculture started by growing up on my family’s farm and working with cattle at a young age,” Bartlett said. “Joining a 4-H club and showing cattle at the county fair helped grow my interest in animals while teaching me responsibility, time and financial management, and leadership skills.”
“My interest in agriculture and FFA started because of my friends,” Dossett said. “I was taking ag classes in seventh and eighth grade, not thinking anymore of it than just a class. My friends have older siblings that were involved in FFA, so my friends began to follow in their footsteps, introducing me as well on the way.”
Bartlett said her year essentially revolves around agriculture not only because of FFA, but her commitments at home, as well.
“Throughout the year, I am heavily involved in agriculture,” Bartlett said. “I help my dad on our family farm whenever I can and manage and care for my own cattle herd. I am also involved in FFA on a daily basis, preparing for upcoming events, practicing for contests, and completing officer duties as chapter president to help plan and organize activities for the week ahead.”
Dossett has had countless memories with FFA, but there is one that particularly stands out.
“A specific memory during my time in FFA that will be my favorite is the National FFA Convention,” Dossett said. “My chapter was able to attend the 2025 National Convention and it was a life-changing experience. Meeting so many new people from all over the nation was amazing.”
