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 www.okffa.org (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 handwritten 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 Herbarium Cards” on the front only. Ribbons awarded for top ten (10) in each class.

Class

• Class 1. Grades 7-9
• Class 2. Grades 10-12

FFA Oklahoma Wildflower Exhibit

These exhibits shall consist of dried and pressed specimens of flowers, stems, leaves and other specified parts of native and/or cultivated wildflowers. Each complete specimen should be mounted on a separate 8 ½” X 11” wildflower herbarium card printed on card stock from www.okffa.org (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 exhibits, 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 handwritten in ink.

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

Class

• Class 7. Grades 7-9 – Collection of 20 Specimens with all information completed
• Class 8. Grades 10-12 – Collection of 30 Specimens with all information completed

FFA Plant Life Cycle Display Exhibit

This drawing should show all different stages of growth of a Turnip plant (seed, seedling, 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 also be labeled. Drawing must include the title "Life Cycle of Turnip." Use half sheet of white foam or matte board (finished size approx. 20" x15") 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.

Class

• Class 11. Plant Life Cycle Display Grades 7-9
• Class12. Plant Life Cycle Display Grades 10-12

Home Landscape Drawing

Download template from www.okffa.org and print on a sheet of legal sized (8 ½ " x 14") white paper. Landscape drawings must be full color and drawn horizontally. Finished drawing must be mounted on a half sheet of black foam or matte board (approximate finished size approx. 20" x15") 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 (including 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.

Class

• Class 15. Grades 7-9
• Class 16. Grade 10
• Class 17. Grade 11
• Class 18. Grade 12

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 the scientific Order and common name; Type of Mouthparts; Beneficial or Pest of each specimen should accompany the display. An FFA member may exhibit one insect collection in this division. Each chapter is limited to entering no more than 10 entries per class. Exhibits should be covered inside with plastic wrap for display purposes. Ribbons awarded to top 10 in the class.

Class

• Class 21. Grades 7-9 (10 insects with all information provided)
• Class 22. Grade 10 (15 insects with all information provided)
• Class 23. Grade 11 (20 insects with all information provided)
• Class 24. Grade 12 (25 insects with all information provided)

Miniature Greenhouses

Size approx. 14” x 21”, mounted on plywood 16” x 24” 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” x 11” 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.

Class

• Class 27. Grades 7-9
• Class 28. Grade 10
• Class 29. Grade 11
• Class 30. Grade 12