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The National FFA Organization formerly known as “Future Farmers of America” – was founded by a group of young farmers in 1928. Their mission was to prepare future generations for the challenges of feeding a growing population. They taught us that agriculture is more than planting and harvesting – it’s a science, it’s a business and it’s an art.

Today, more than 1,027,273 student members aged 12-21 in more than 9,235 chapters nationwide are engaged in a wide range of agricultural education activities. Students join FFA to explore a variety of careers in the food, fiber and natural resources industry. They are the next generation of leaders who will change the world.

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Kristy Meyer2024-09-12T11:14:58-04:00

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FFA Members Nationwide to Attend Next Gen Conference in Salt Lake City

The Next Gen Conferences prepare high school sophomores, juniors and seniors for the more than 350 careers in agriculture and help fill the talent pipeline.

Kristy Meyer2024-08-05T09:17:35-04:00

The FFA State Officer Summit at the Omni Shoreham hotel in Washington, D.C., July 24, 2024. (photo by Allison Shelley)

FFA Reaches Record High Membership

INDIANAPOLIS (Monday, Aug. 5, 2024/National FFA Organization) - National FFA Organization, a nationally recognized school-based student leadership development organization, announced today that it reached a record-breaking milestone of having more than one million FFA members: 1,027,273.

Kristy Meyer2024-07-31T15:47:00-04:00

FFA receives new grant from Microsoft to expand precision agriculture education in FFA chapters nationwide

INDIANAPOLIS (Wednesday, July 31, 2024/National FFA Organization) – Dozens of FFA chapters around the United States are getting a new classroom resource for the 2024-25 school year as part of a Microsoft grant.

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FFA State Officers Attend State Officer Summit

Indianapolis, Ind. - (Monday, July 29, 2024/National FFA Organization) – State officer teams met virtually with their representatives to share the importance of agriculture and agricultural education while advocating for the extension of funding for FFA through the Farm Bill and inviting legislators to join the Congressional FFA Caucus.

Kristy Meyer2024-09-24T15:03:21-04:00

National FFA Names 2024 American Star Finalists

Indianapolis, Ind. (Friday, July 19, 2024) – The National FFA Organization has announced the 16 finalists for its 2024 top achievement awards: American Star Farmer, American Star in Agribusiness, American Star in Agricultural Placement and American Star in Agriscience.

Kristy Meyer2024-07-11T12:49:50-04:00

Select FFA Alumni to Participate in New Century Farmer Leadership Conference

Indianapolis, Ind., Tuesday, July 9, 2024) – A select group of 50 FFA alumni from across the country will convene in Des Moines, Iowa, July 21-25 to discuss future issues and opportunities in the field of production agriculture.

Kristy Meyer2024-06-05T10:16:54-04:00

Washington Leadership Conference

INDIANAPOLIS (Tuesday, June 4, 2024/National FFA Organization) – The National FFA Organization’s Washington Leadership Conference (WLC) will take place from June 4 to July 20 at the Omni Shoreham.

Program Evaluation Insight and Research Brief Series

National FFA programs, events and resources are evaluated annually. Explore the successes of FFA members and specific FFA programs with these documents based in FFA-managed research and our collaborations with external research institutions.

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“FFA Today” on RFD-TV

Mondays @ 7 p.m. ET

Check out FFA Today, a fun and fast-paced show featuring fascinating stories about amazing kids and unique agriculture industries. Hosted by FFA members, each episode of FFA Today takes you into the world of these dynamic students and teachers. Prepare to be inspired by their stories of service, entrepreneurship and innovation. The show also features interesting agriculture careers and industries. Plus, it highlights the incredible speaking and musical talents of members from across the country.

Submit your stories to FFA Today! Watch the video below to learn about creating video for FFA Today, then submit your stories, ideas and more to FFAToday@RFDTV.com