Learn More About the State Officers
“Kansas FFA instilled in me a passion to serve and to advocate for agriculture. I wish to pass down the lessons I’ve learned in the organization to help impact and inspire others to reach their potential and develop a vision to seek out opportunity.”
– Jory Ratzlaff
Jory Ratzlaff
2024-2025 State President
HOMETOWN: Galva, Kansas
PARENTS: Dallas and Elda Ratzlaff
CHAPTER: Canton-Galva FFA
SUPERVISED AGRICULTURAL EXPERIENCE (SAE): Agriscience Research
COLLEGE & YEAR: Kansas State University, Freshman
MAJOR(S): Agricultural Technology Management
HIGH SCHOOL & OR COLLEGE ACTIVITIES:
Student Council, Class Officer, Basketball, Football, Golf, Scholar’s Bowl, National Honor Society, Robotics Team
CAREER GOAL: Precision Agriculture Specialist
“FFA quickly became a big part of who I am when I entered High School. The organization provided opportunities for a shy girl to become comfortable stepping out of her comfort zone, speak in front of groups of individuals, and become and advocate for agriculture. FFA has shaped me into the hardworking, dedicated individual I am today. As a state officer, I hope to help members find their place in an organization that I get to call home.”
– Hayley Hines
Hayley Hines
2024-2025 State Vice President
HOMETOWN: Parker, Kansas
PARENTS: Jeff and Beth Hines
CHAPTER: Paola FFA
SUPERVISED AGRICULTURAL EXPERIENCE (SAE): Service Learning
COLLEGE & YEAR: Kansas State University, Freshman
MAJOR(S): Nursing and Nutrition Health
HIGH SCHOOL & OR COLLEGE ACTIVITIES:
Volleyball, Basketball, Tennis, Softball, National Honor Society, Student Council, Hugh O’Brian Youth Leadership Foundation, Kansas State High School Activities Assocation (KSHSAA) Representative, Holy Trinity Youth Group
CAREER GOAL: Nurse Anesthetist
“FFA has been my home and safe space for the last 4 years. I have made so many new friends and memories that will last a lifetime,. Through this amazing organization I have been able to find my passion of teaching others about agriculture. I cannot wait to serve the members and help them find their passions this year.”
– Quinn Browning
Quinn Browning
2024-2025 State Secretary
HOMETOWN: La Cygne, Kansas
PARENTS: David and Brooke Browning
CHAPTER: Prairie View FFA
SUPERVISED AGRICULTURAL EXPERIENCE (SAE): Beef Production Placement
COLLEGE & YEAR: Kansas State University, Freshman
MAJOR(S): Agricultural Education
HIGH SCHOOL & OR COLLEGE ACTIVITIES:
National Honor Society, Yearbook Editor, Scholar’s Bowl, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Softball, Cross Country, Food Pantry Volunteer
CAREER GOAL: High Agricultural Education Teacher and FFA Advisor
“Embodying leadership in FFA is more than just a title or a task. It’s a true commitment to growing the other leaders in agriculture that are surrounding you. This commitment for me is my purpose: to serve Kansas FFA members to the best of my ability. Even though I wasn’t raised in production agriculture, FFA gave me a seat at the table of belonging and community. It is my mission to make room for our 13,500+ members at my table! Kansas FFA is an incredible support system that I am beyond proud to serve for the next year and years to come.”
– Zoë Rhodes
Zoë Rhodes
2024-2025 State Treasurer
HOMETOWN: Girard, Kansas
PARENTS: Bud and Erin Rhodes
CHAPTER: Girard FFA
SUPERVISED AGRICULTURAL EXPERIENCE (SAE): Diversified Horticulture
COLLEGE & YEAR: Kansas State University, Sophomore
MAJOR(S): Agricultural Education
HIGH SCHOOL & OR COLLEGE ACTIVITIES:
College: KSU Ag Ed Club, KSU Ag Student Council, KSU Ag Ambassadors, Quest Freshman Honorary
High School: FBLA, KAYs, National Honor Society, Scholar’s Bowl, Track and Field
CAREER GOAL: Educational Policy
“When I first stepped into my school’s agricultural classroom at the beginning of my 8th grade year, I knew that this would be my home away from home. From serving as a chapter officer to competing in multiple CDE and LDE’s I acquired several different leadership traits, one of those being advocacy. Serving as a state officer allows me to be an advocate for Kansas FFA, as well as the agricultural industry. I hope that I can leave an impact on members from across the state and help them become future advocates for this industry many of us call home.“
– Mason Springer
Mason Springer
2024-2025 State Reporter
HOMETOWN: Neodesha, Kansas
PARENTS: Michael and Christy Springer
CHAPTER: Neodesha FFA
SUPERVISED AGRICULTURAL EXPERIENCE (SAE): Swine Production, Beef Production and Crop Production
COLLEGE & YEAR: Kansas State University, Freshman
MAJOR(S): Agriculture Economics
HIGH SCHOOL & OR COLLEGE ACTIVITIES:
Football, Basketball, Track and Field, Powerlifting, FCCLA, National Honor Society, Student Council, 4-H, Church Volunteer
CAREER GOAL: Become a partner on family agricultural operations
“Growing up on my family farm, agriculture was my world. Being a 12-year member of 4-H and later joining FFA, my connection to the agriculture deepened. FFA became a crucial part of my journey, helping me discover my true passion within agriculture and providing me with the skills and support to pursue it. I’m grateful for the foundation laid by past agriculturists and excited to see what the future has to hold!”
– Natalee Bray
Natalee Bray
2024-2025 State Sentinel
HOMETOWN: Scandia, Kansas
PARENTS: Travis and Brandi Bray
CHAPTER: Pike Valley FFA
SUPERVISED AGRICULTURAL EXPERIENCE (SAE): Equine Production
COLLEGE & YEAR: Kansas State University, Sophomore
MAJOR(S): Agricultural Education
HIGH SCHOOL & OR COLLEGE ACTIVITIES:
High School: 4-H, Youth Group, Central Plains Rodeo Association, Junction City Rodeo Queen, North Central Kansas Saddle Club, KAYs, FBLA, National Honor Society
College: Cloud County Community College Horse Judging Team
CAREER GOAL: High School Agricultural Educator