FFA in the USA features vibrant stories from nearly 250 FFA reporters representing every corner of the country, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Dive in to uncover the incredible journeys of FFA members and chapters as they explore life-changing agricultural experiences.
More Than Farming: Agriculture’s $117 Billion Impact on North Carolina
The NC Ag Partnership Foundation's Digital Driven Ag Event brought together attendees from across North Carolina to explore agriculture's economic impact. Through statewide statistics, county-level data, and discussions, attendees learned how agriculture contributes to their local economies and connects communities across the state.
Bridging the Gap: Meeting Nontraditional Agriculture Students Where They Are
Council Grove FFA is rethinking the ag classroom to bridge the knowledge gap and engage a new generation of learners.
Cultivating Curiosity and Leadership: Dr. Temple Grandin’s Visit To Virginia
Agriculture pioneer Dr. Temple Grandin recently visited Virginia Tech and the Mecklenburg FFA chapter to inspire high school and college students. Her powerful message of choosing "optimal, not maximal" growth provided real-world advice on overcoming challenges and cultivating the next generation of community leaders.
More than Farms and Fields: Finding Agriculture in the City
Agriculture is more than farms and fields! From greenhouse plants and horse care to environmental projects and agricultural businesses, FFA members in the Kansas City suburbs are finding unique ways to connect with agriculture.
Score with Ag Safety
Safety is always a win! On Sept. 11, the Centralia FFA Chapter in Centralia, Mo., hosted Score with Ag Safety, an agriculture safety event held before a football game. Partnering with the Little Dixie Fire Department, FFA members brought agriculture safety to the forefront by teaching community members how to recognize potential farm hazards, stay safe in agricultural settings and help others in emergency situations.
More Than a Vet Clinic: How SCGSA Is Serving Its Community
South Carolina Governor’s School for Agriculture's veterinary clinic provides affordable animal care while giving students hands-on experience and preparing the next generation of agriculture professionals.
Falling Into Burnout: A Perspective on the Pressures of Livestock Showing
We talk about dedication. We celebrate the long hours, the early mornings, and the work it takes to win. But what happens when that dedication starts costing us the joy that brought us here? In recognition of World Mental Health Day (Oct. 10), FFA in the USA Reporter Anika Benfant takes a closer look at the mental and emotional pressures of livestock showing, with insight from livestock judge Ryan Rash, and ponders how we can keep the fire burning without letting it consume us.
Ag in Inches: The Microgreens System Educating an Illinois FFA Chapter
Sterling FFA Chapter's agriculture connection goes beyond the land we grow our food on, proving that agriculture can expand to so many unique systems.
Star in the Making: How Beckman Catholic Members Are Exploring Agriscience
This article highlights the projects, accomplishments, and experiences of Ashley Schilling from the Beckman Catholic FFA Chapter. Schilling has competed at the Iowa FFA Agriscience Fair through the State Science and Technology Fair of Iowa.
The #1 Farm Rule: Safety First
Every year, hundreds of students gather to be educated by Pender FFA members on how to stay safe around various farm operations. Over 300 Students and Members gathered to hold this years’ Pender FFA Farm Safety Day.
