Senate Joint Resolution 138, sponsored by Southerland, recognizes and commends Nate Mason for his achievement as the national champion in the National Agriscience Fair Animal Systems Division 3 at the 97th National FFA Convention and Expo in Indianapolis, Indiana. This honor highlights Mason's exceptional talent and contributions to Tennessee's agriculture industry, as he is the first national champion from Cocke County FFA. His project involved researching how environmental factors affect chicken growth rates, showcasing his dedication to agricultural science.

The resolution emphasizes the importance of the Future Farmers of America (FFA) organization, which has been instrumental in fostering leadership and career success among high school agriculture students since its inception in 1928. It acknowledges the role of students like Mason in ensuring the future growth and prosperity of agriculture in Tennessee and the nation. The resolution concludes by wishing Mason continued success in his future endeavors and calls for an appropriate copy of the resolution to be prepared for presentation.