Palmyra FFA Take Fourth in Nation for Farm Management; Joe Mahsman Takes Fifth in the Nation Individually in Category
On Wednesday, October 21, 2026, the Palmyra FFA Farm Management team represented Missouri at the national contest held during the 99th National FFA Convention in Indianapolis, IN. Competing against over 40 other state winning teams, Palmyra finished fourth. The contest consisted of a 3-hour written test over economic and agribusiness principles applied to a farm business. In addition, there was a ninety minute team activity. Team members were, from left to right, Joseph Mahsman (5th individual), Mary Mahsman, Xin Lei Ni, and Wesley Summers. The Palmyra Farm Management team is trained by Mr. Luke Mahsman.