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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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Agriculture Future of America (AFA) and National FFA Organization Partner to Strengthen the Future Agriculture Talent Pipeline

KANSAS CITY, MO (Tuesday, Nov. 21, 2023) – In the dynamic landscape of American agriculture, two powerhouse organizations, Agriculture Future of America (AFA) and the National FFA Organization, recently made their partnership official – signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) during AFA's Leaders Conference in November.

FFA2023-11-15T10:30:30-05:00

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Empowering the Future of Agriculture

INDIANAPOLIS- (Friday, Nov. 3, 2023) – The National FFA Organization, formerly known as Future Farmers of America, established the first-ever partnership with the Native American Agriculture Fund (NAAF) and the Tribal Agriculture Fellowship (TAF) dedicated to supporting Native American students pursuing agricultural careers.

FFA2023-11-14T14:01:53-05:00

CHS Foundation Awards $4.3 Million in Grants to the National FFA Foundation

INDIANAPOLIS (Tuesday, Nov. 14, 2023/National FFA Organization) – The CHS Foundation recently announced grants of nearly $4.3 million to the National FFA Organization, continuing its partnership in supporting the next generation of leaders, the talent pipeline and agricultural education.

Kristy Meyer2023-11-13T15:39:25-05:00

2023-24 National FFA Officer team elected

INDIANAPOLIS (Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023/National FFA Organization) – The 2023-24 National FFA Officer team was elected today during the final session of the 96th National FFA Convention & Expo in Indianapolis.

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