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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 Meyer2024-12-17T09:48:47-05:00

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Three New Members Added to the National FFA Board of Directors

The National FFA Organization recently appointed three distinguished leaders to its National FFA Board of Directors.

Kristy Meyer2024-12-04T08:27:50-05:00

National FFA Foundations announces 2025 Sponsors’ Board

The National FFA Foundation recently announced its new 2025 Sponsors’ Board members.

Kristy Meyer2024-10-27T10:42:53-04:00

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2024-25 National FFA Officer Team Elected During 97th National FFA Convention & Expo

The 2024-25 National FFA Officer Team was elected today during the final session of the 97th National FFA Convention & Expo in Indianapolis

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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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