Chaney Scott
Age: 17
Parents: Tim and Jody Scott
Hometown: Anderson, Mo.
FFA Chapter: McDonald County FFA
FFA Advisors: Brian Nelson, Emily Hutton and Rob Hall
What is your favorite aspect of agriculture?
“I like everything about horses but especially showing them. I show Western pleasure and reining.”
“Who is the most influential person in your life?
My parents are the most influential because they taught me everything they know including right from wrong and what to look for in a good horse. They have also pushed me into the equine industry and supported that interest through buying horses, show bills, clothing and tack as well as paying for traveling expenses.”
Current involvement in ag: “My SAE is over beef production and equine management. I’ve learned budgeting, time management and how much time is required by both FFA and agriculture in general.”
Favorite possession: “I’d have to say my favorite procession is my buckskin horse named Witch because she provides me an escape from school and life in general. She is also the center of my values and participation in equine through FFA.”
Favorite agricultural memory: “My favorite memory is going to the National FFA Convention in Indianapolis, Ind., my junior year. I saw skyscrapers for the first time and also got to spend time with my friends away from the supervision of our parents. We especially enjoyed the concerts.”
Awards: “I was the Area Star Farmer as well as winning high point at the McDonald County Fair and at the Heart of the American Buckskin Horse Association.”
Future plans: “I want to be an ag teacher because I want to teach something kids can use that day rather than having to wait until they go to college. Besides ag is our future, and I want to be part of shaping that future.”
Advice to younger students: “My advice is to stay devoted to something like FFA and to be the best you can be which is a lot more than what you think when you start.”
