This exhibit must be Supervised Agricultural Experience program projects of the FFA members who exhibit in this department. All fruits and vegetables exhibited must be grown by the exhibitor must be a product of their own Supervised Agricultural Experience program; not purchased, borrowed, leased, or received through gift. Pecans (large type in shell) exhibited in clear quarts-size plastic bags only. Only one exhibit allowed in each class per individual. There are no chapter exhibits in this division, only individual exhibits. Exhibitor name and chapter must be on entry tag. All entries must be listed in entry book and exhibits tagged. Any exhibit not properly identified will be automatically disqualified. Exhibits of over-ripe and poor quality will not be judged. All measurements and sizes specified are approximate according to industry standards. All exhibits must not have been exhibited previously at the Tulsa State Fair. The Superintendent reserves the right to not display any exhibits. Exhibits which are showing signs of stress or damage may be removed with approval of the Superintendent. Exhibitors provide their own containers for exhibits. All edible horticulture exhibits will be donated to an area food bank or other charitable group if possible, and may not be displayed based on the decision of the superintendent. Ribbons will be placed on the top 10 in each class.

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FFA Herbarium Cards

These exhibits shall consist of dried and pressed specimens of leaves and other specified parts of native or cultivated trees, vines and/or shrubs. Each complete leaf specimen should be mounted on a separate 8 1/2" x 11" herbarium card available through CIMC, or printed on card stock from Oklahoma FFA Association (under the "Participate" link). All information areas should be enclosed in a notebook or binder. Each specimen should be covered with a transparent plastic or similar covering to protect it from damage. Quality of exhibit including spelling will be considered. Cards must be dated and numbered, with name, chapter and grade on inside back cover. There must be a Table of Contents in the front of the book. Everything (cover, table of contents) can be computer generated except the information on the herbarium cards. The information on the Herbarium Cards must be hand written in ink.

 

The top 5 books in each class will be displayed. Only one Herbarium Collection allowed per individual. Exhibit cards in a plain one-inch (1") size hardback notebook for classes 1 & 2 or a plain two-inch (2") size hardback notebook for classes 3 & 4 with one (1) FFA emblem and the lettering "FFA Herarium Cards" on the front only. Ribbons awarded for top ten (10) in each class. 

 

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FFA Oklahoma Wildflower Exhibit

These exhibits shall consist of dried and pressed specimens of leaves and other specified parts of native or cultivated trees, vines and/or shrubs. Each complete leaf specimen should be mounted on a separate 8 1/2" x 11" herbarium card available through CIMC, or printed on card stock from Oklahoma FFA Association (under the "Participate" link). All information areas should be enclosed in a notebook or binder. Each specimen should be covered with a transparent plastic or similar covering to protect it from damage. Quality of exhibit including spelling will be considered. Cards must be dated and numbered, with name, chapter and grade on inside back cover. There must be a Table of Contents in the front of the book. Everything (cover, table of contents) can be computer generated except the information on the herbarium cards. The information on the Herbarium Cards must be hand written in ink. 

 

The top 5 books in each class will be displayed. Only one Herbarium Collection allowed per individual. Exhibit cards in a plain one-inch (1") size hardback notebook for classes 1 & 2 or a plain two-inch (2") size hardback notebook for classes 3 & 4 with one (1) FFA emblem and the lettering "FFA Herarium Cards" on the front only. Ribbons awarded for top ten (10) in each class. 

 

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FFA Plant Life Cycle Display Exhibit

This drawing should show all different stages of growth of a Pumpkin plant (seed, seeding, vegetative, flowering and mature). Additional stages of growth may be displayed if it adds to the exhibit. Each stage of growth should be indicated. Colors should be as near as possible to natural colors. Special characteristics for identification should be labeled. Drawing must include the title "Life Cycle of the Pumpkin". Use a half sheet of white poster board (finished size approx. 22" x 14"), or half sheet of white foam or mat bard (finished size approx. 20" x 15") to be displayed for landscape view. The student's name, chapter and grade must be included on the backside of the poster. Only one exhibit allowed in each class per individual. The top 3-5 drawings will be displayed. 

 

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A Sexual Plant Propagation Drawing

This drawing should show all different stages of asexually propagating a plant (parent plant, propagation type, plant section, additional root growth, to full growth). For 2023, the plant will be a Sweet Potato. Each state should be indicated. Colors should be as near as possible to natural colors. Special characteristics for identification should also be labeled. Drawing must include the title "Asexual Propagation of a Sweet Potato". Use half sheet of white foam or mat board (finished size approx. 20" x 15") to be displayed for landscape view. The students name, chapter and grade must be included in the backside of the poster. Only one exhibit allowed in each class per individual. The top 3-5 drawings will be displayed. 

 

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Home Landscape Drawing

Download template from Oklahoma FFA Association and print on a sheet of legal sized (8 1/2" x 14") white paper. Landscape drawings must be full color and drawn horizontally. Finished drawing must be mounted on a half sheet of black poster board (approximate finished size approx. 22" x 14") or a half sheet of black foam or mat board (approximate finished size approx. 20" x 15") to be displayed for landscape view. At the top, label the display "Home Landscape Drawing". On the right side of the foam board include a 2" x no more than 11" key/legend that must contain the following information: Scale, symbols of plants, numbers representing trees, shrubs and plants (include the number of each used in the landscape). At the bottom of the key/legend include Name, Chapter and Date. Additionally, a narrative that further describes the drawing may be included on the back, but is limited to 1 page, typed, double spaced in 12 point font. 

 

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Horticulture Entomology Exhibit

An FFA member may exhibit one insect collection in this division. All insects must be mounted on standard insect pin. Each insect should be identified by their common names using the correct spelling. A typed master list indicating scientific Order and common name: Type of Mouthparts; Beneficial or Pest of each specimen should accompany the display. Exhibits must be displayed in the folding insect storage box which can be purchased in bulk at BioQuip Products Box 9"x13"x2 1/2". Exhibits should be covered inside with plastic wrap for display purposes. Ribbons awarded to top 10 in the class. 

 

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Miniature Greenhouses

Size approx. 14"x21", mounted on plywood 16"x14" painted white. It must be accompanied by a graphic design plan showing climate control system, irrigation system, placement of benches and tables, etc. Plan should be on 8 1/2"x11" paper enclosed in a plastic cover. No mechanical or electrical moving parts will be allowed. Can be shown only once at the Tulsa State Fair and must have been constructed during the previous two school years. The student's name, chapter and grade must be visible.