Idaho State Capitol – On Monday, Senator Mark Nye/(D-Pocatello) was awarded the Honorary State Future Farmers of America (FFA) for the state. The award was “presented for outstanding service and support to the Idaho FFA Association and agricultural education in Idaho.” Senator Nye and House Speaker Representative Scott Bedke/(R-Twin Falls) were the two legislators to receive the award.
Senator Nye expressed his appreciation to FFA for choosing him as the Senator in the Idaho legislature to receive the award.
“I am deeply honored that FFA recognized my work and support of agriculture in the Idaho legislature over the years.” Sen. Nye explained. “Over 300 students participating in FFA across the state came to Boise to celebrate the importance of agriculture in Idaho. Meeting with the FFA students has renewed my confidence in Idaho’s future.”
“Agriculture is one of the most important cornerstones of our state’s success and we often forget that, whenever we eat a meal, we owe a debt of gratitude to our farmers.”