Age: 16
Hometown: Verona, Mo.
Parents: Tim and Sandy Freiburger
Siblings: Jonathan, Evan and Trenton Freiburger
FFA Chapter: Verona FFA
Advisor: Aaron Crosby
What is your involvement in agriculture?
“I live on a dairy farm outside of Verona, which has definitely gotten me involved in agriculture. I’m an officer in my chapter and I participate in the entomology and farm business management Career Development Events. I’m very involved in my FFA chapter and enjoy participating in our chapter events.”
What is your favorite part of being involved in agriculture and living on a farm?
“My favorite part of living on a farm and being involved in agriculture is that I get opportunities to learn new things and gain valuable new experience.”
What are your future plans?
“My future plans include going to college and pursuing a career somewhere in the medical field.”
What is the best advice you have received from adults?
“The best advice I’ve received came from my dad. He always advised me to work hard to accomplish my goals, no matter what they are.”
What are some of the awards you have received?
“I have received recognition for being an officer in my FFA chapter, and I have also received a Greenhand award.”