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Reporter
Colby Barnes
cbarnes@okffa.org
Chapter: Balko
Letter to the Members: Hello, Oklahoma FFA! My name is Colby Barnes, and I’m ecstatic to be serving as your 2026-2027 Oklahoma FFA State Reporter!
I recently graduated from the metropolis of Balko High School, located about 35 miles east of Guymon! However, I have not always attended Balko. The summer before my eighth grade year, I decided to transfer from my hometown school of Hardesty. This change was one of the scariest things I had ever done at the time, but it turned out to be one of the best decisions I have ever made! I knew when I transferred to Balko that I wanted to be as involved as I possibly could. This led me to join FFA and play multiple sports throughout high school. With all these activities, I can surely say that FFA was where I found my place.
Compared to many people in FFA, I may not have had as traditional an upbringing in agriculture. I have worked on a few ranches and have shown livestock since I was 10 years old. The show ring is where my passion for agriculture truly started. The early mornings and late nights spent preparing livestock for OYE and other shows were some of my favorite times during high school. In the past few years, I have found a new passion within FFA. Many dread it, but those who truly give it a chance know how great it is. Extemporaneous Public Speaking has become one of my favorite activities, and I know that when show season ends and speech season comes around, there are nothing but good times on the horizon.
After saying all this about myself, I can't forget about my wonderful family! I have had the absolute pleasure of having my mom as a teacher not just once, but twice! My dad is one of those men who terrifies you when you first see him. But once you get to know him, he is one of the funniest guys I know. My sister, on the other hand, is one of those people you should be scared of.
My time in FFA has been nothing short of extraordinary, and I am so excited to meet new faces and chat with familiar friends! Let’s ride!
My Favorite Things:
Favorite Color: Purple
Favorite Drink: Baja Blast
Favorite Book: Of Mice and Men
Favorite Movie: Hacksaw Ridge
Favorite Food: Steak and Potatoes
Favorite Hobby: Fishing
Favorite Song: "Signed, Love Wynonna"
Favorite Sport: Basketball
Favorite FFA Activity: Livestock Judging
Favorite Animal: Hampshire Lamb
Favorite TV Show: Peaky Blinders
Favorite Actor: Clint Eastwood
Favorite Store: Lululemon
Favorite Vacation Spot: San Juan Mountains
Favorite Speaker: Kelly Barnes
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