Who was the first Star Farmer of America in 1929, and from which state did he come?

• A. Henry Groseclose from Arkansas
• B. Earl W. Batson from Texas
• C. Carlton Patton from Arkansas
• D. Leslie Applegate from Georgia

Answer: (C)

The question is testing FFA history and the origin of the Star Farmer of America award. In the first year it was awarded, 1929, the honor went to Carlton Patton from Arkansas, making him the very first Star Farmer of America. This award recognizes outstanding achievement in production agriculture along with leadership and involvement in the FFA. The other names are notable FFA figures, but they did not hold the inaugural Star Farmer title. Carlton Patton’s Arkansas connection is the key fact that makes him the correct answer.