Women in FFA: The Motion That Launched a Career
Little did Bill Sarpalius know his first public vote to extend FFA membership to women would lead to a lifelong career as a political servant and advocate for agriculture.
5 Things to Avoid When Running for State Office
Steer clear of these common mistakes with advice from current and past state officers.
Cargill: The Reasons Why We Give
If John Niemann had been skilled in mechanics as a young man, he probably would not be the person he is today—at one of the world’s largest providers of food, agriculture and risk management products and services. “My dad wanted me to overhaul the engine on his lawn mower, so I signed up for FFA,” explains Niemann, president of Cargill Protein—Ingredients & International. “I learned pretty quickly that was not my skill set, but because FFA had so many other things that I liked, I kept going. It’s the best thing that ever happened to me. I wouldn’t be here if it weren’t for FFA. The Atchison County FFA Chapter in Effingham, Kan., cultivated his passion for leadership throughout high school. He served as district and then state officer, and he became state president in college. Niemann now presides as chair on the National FFA Foundation Sponsors’ Board. “FFA guided me in a direction and gave me a vision for what I wanted to do and created a passion that I had in me that I [...]
FFA Chapters Try the #10GallonChallenge
As part of a social media challenge, California FFA chapters collected and donated 1,240 gallons of milk to local food banks.
Microsoft and FFA Award Tech Kits to Teens
FFA chapters use innovative technology to dig deep into agriculture and help solve the world's food problem.
Q&A With a Family of FFA Leaders
The Mellon family boasts three FFA members who served as Arizona state presidents. FFA leadership involvement and training gets credit for many of their accomplishments.
A Passion for Horses Reins This SAE
A “horse-crazed” FFA member chose an SAE project with heart.
50 Years of Membership and Marriage
Roses are red. FFA jackets are blue. 50+ years later, women wear them too.
Washington Leadership Conference Celebrates 50 Years
WLC celebrates half a century of educating youth, preparing tomorrow’s leaders for success.
5 Must-Dos to Celebrate National Ag Week
National Ag Week is March 10-16. Here are five things you can do to advocate for agriculture, develop your FFA leadership skills and celebrate the industry.
