Mikayla Fox
Hometown: Stockton, Mo.
Age: 17
Family: Parents, John Fox and Janet Fox; siblings, Jennifer Rains and Megan Wormington
FFA Chapter: Stockton FFA
Advisors: Jim Phillips and Brandon Neil
Involvement in Agriculture: “My involvement in agriculture started through participation in my county youth fair when I was a 4-H member. I have served as assistant parliamentarian, historian and am currently serving as the president of the Stockton FFA Chapter. I am also an officer in the Area 10 FFA Association. I have been involved in public speaking events sponsored by various Missouri agriculture organizations, as well as, attended the Missouri Public Speaking Academy sponsored by Case. I have gained knowledge of agriculture through the Dairy Foods, Agronomy, and Nursery and Landscaping Career Development Events (CDE). Through my Supervised Agriculture Experience Project (SAE) of swine production I have learned the skills of raising an animal from birth to market and in the process I have gained knowledge of preparing an animal for show. This knowledge includes feed rations and the responsibility of caring for the health, wellness, and growth of an animal.”
Favorite part of Agriculture: “The endless opportunities it provides young adults to gain responsibility, leadership and confidence. Through FFA I have gained knowledge of the agriculture industry and everything it has to offer. I enjoy the process and sense of pride in raising an animal that is totally dependent upon you. I appreciate being a part of the largest industry in the world.”
Future Plans: “I plan to attend Missouri State University in Springfield, Mo., and pursue a major in agriculture education.”
