The Missouri FFA Association names Ryan Bilyeu, general farm manager and dairy manager at College of the Ozarks, as a recipient of the Honorary State FFA Degree at the 98th Missouri FFA Convention.

POINT LOOKOUT, MO. — The Missouri FFA Association has named Ryan Bilyeu, general farm manager and dairy manager at College of the Ozarks, as a recipient of the Honorary State FFA Degree at the 98th Missouri FFA Convention.

Bilyeu plays a vital role in supporting agricultural education through his work at the College. He organizes workshops for FFA students, provides cattle for Dairy Judging Career Development Events (CDE), and has served as both a CDE official and reasons judge.

The Missouri FFA Association awards the Honorary State FFA Degree to individuals who demonstrate outstanding support and dedication to FFA and agricultural education. Eligible recipients include farmers, educators, administrators, business professionals, and others who contribute to advancing the mission of the organization and enriching the experiences of its members.

The Missouri FFA serves more than 27,000 student members across 369 chapters statewide. The National FFA Organization includes more than 1,042,245 members representing 9,407 chapters in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

FFA seeks to make a positive difference in the lives of students by developing their potential for premier leadership, personal growth, and career success through agricultural education.