Oakesdale High School freshman named a National FFA Champion

According to the PNW Ag Network, Kellan DeMeerleer earned the national title at the FFA Agriscience Fair in Indianapolis the National FFA Convention and Expo Wednesday, Oct. 23 through Saturday, Oct. 26, at the Lucas Oil Stadium.

Demeerler was named the 2024 national finalist this year in the Power, Structure and Technical Systems category in the FFA Agriscience competition going onto

DeMeerler’s project, “Smooth Operator,” tested the durability and efficiency of common 15-W-40 diesel motor oils.