• Article Photo. Andrew Pingenot and Eunice Pingenot browsing the vegetable selection at the FFA Plant Sale.
    Andrew Pingenot and Eunice Pingenot browsing the vegetable selection at the FFA Plant Sale.
  • Article Photo. Jameson Demuth and Cole Birker helped carry plants for customers.
    Jameson Demuth and Cole Birker helped carry plants for customers.


By: Co-Reporter, Abby McKenna

The Vinton-Shellsburg FFA Chapter wrapped up a successful spring plant sale after three busy weekends in the high school greenhouse. With strong support from the greenhouse management class, students grew and sold a wide range of flowers, vegetables, hanging baskets, succulents, and even handmade wooden planter boxes built by Ag students.

Two special events made this year ¢â‚¬â„¢s sale even more memorable. On Saturday, May 10th, families gathered for Family Day, enjoying fun activities and plant shopping together. Then on Sunday, May 11th, the greenhouse hosted a festive Mother ¢â‚¬â„¢s Day Bash, where shoppers picked out the perfect gift for the moms in their lives while enjoying a cheerful, flower-filled atmosphere.

Alumni & Supporter, Matt Marovec, was instrumental this year in providing guidance to the Greenhouse Management students throughout the entire process. Senior FFA Member and Greenhouse Management student, Andrew Pingenot said, ¢â‚¬Å“It was awesome to hear the feedback from our ¢â‚¬Ëœregulars ¢â‚¬â„¢ with how many plants we were able to offer this year. It reassured us that all our hard work this semester made a difference. ¢â‚¬ �

Still interested in purchasing plants?

While our sale was a success, we still have a variety left! Proceeds from this annual fundraiser aid in providing hands-on classroom learning experiences to agriculture students throughout the year. Contact FFA advisor Gabby Power at  gabby.power@govikes.org  to check current availability and make a purchase.