Learn More About the State Officers

Jory Ratzlaff Web

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

Hayley Hines Web

“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

Quinn Browning Web

“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 School Agricultural Education Teacher and FFA Advisor

Zoe Rhodes Web

“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

Mason Springer Web

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

Natalee Bray Web

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