Who was named the first Star Farmer of America in 1929?

• A. Leslie Applegate
• B. Edmund C. Magill
• C. Carlton Patton
• D. Harry Sanders

Answer: (C)

The question focuses on early FFA history and who earned the first Star Farmer of America title. The Star Farmer of America was created to honor an FFA member who demonstrated outstanding success in agricultural production along with leadership and SAE achievement. In 1929, the inaugural year of the award, Carlton Patton from Arkansas was named the first Star Farmer of America. This helps you remember that while other figures like Leslie Applegate are key names in FFA history (Applegate being the first national president), he did not receive the first Star Farmer honor.