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Zingg takes being champion in plant systems at National FFA Convention in stride

Sue Roesler
Dec 17, 2025
Dec 17, 2025

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Thousands attended the National FFA Convention in Indianapolis where Jocelyn Zingg won first in plants in the Agriscience Fair.

Jocelyn Zingg of Flasher takes first nationally for her project with sorghum.

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Sue Roesler

CARSON, N.D. – Jocelyn Zingg, member of Flasher FFA chapter, and a freshman at Flasher High School, is back working cows/calves on her family’s ranch near Carson after winning first place in Plant Systems in the 2025 National FFA Agriscience Fair during the 98th National FFA Convention & Expo.

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