MACON, Ga. – Winners of the Equine Science Entrepreneurship Proficiency were recognized at the 95^th Georgia FFA State Convention held at the Macon Centreplex on April 27-29, 2023. 

Sabrina Carmichel of Putman placed first in the proficiency competition. Placing second was Brooklyn Parlor of Jeff Davis, and Makayla Quinn of Winder Barrow received third place honors. 

Proficiency awards are granted to FFA members who have excelled in their Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE). The Equine Science Entrepreneurship Proficiency typically provides insights into horse production, breeding, marketing, showing and other aspects of the equine industry. Programs can also include calf roping, barrel racing, rodeo, horse racing, riding lessons and therapeutic horseback riding if horses are owned or managed by a member.

The Equine Science Entrepreneurship Proficiency was sponsored at the state level by the Georgia Equine Commodity Commission. 

All proficiency winners received a plaque and a cash award. State winners receive $100, as well as $500 travel money to attend the National FFA Convention. Additionally, the advisor of the state winner received $100 cash. Second place winners received $50, and third place winners received $25. 

The National FFA Organization, formerly known as the Future Farmers of America, changed its name in 1988 to reflect the growth and diversity of agriculture. There are nearly 860,000 FFA members nationwide. The Georgia Association has more than 80,000 members, making it the third largest Association in the nation. The FFA makes a positive difference in the lives of students by developing their potential for premier leadership, personal growth, and career success, through agricultural education. 

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