FFA in the USA reporter
Natalie Reed
I’m Natalie Reed, a senior from CORE Butte FFA in Chico, California. I’ve been in FFA for 4 years and part of the FFA in the USA team for 2 years, currently serving as the National FFA Reporter. Within my chapter, I’m currently serving as President and have also held the roles of Reporter and Historian.
My journey includes being named Star Greenhand, Star Chapter Farmer, and Star Reporter, competing in LDEs like Impromptu Speaking and Job Interview, and growing my SAEs in market hogs, rabbits, and livestock care. FFA has shaped me into a confident leader, given me lifelong friendships, and strengthened my passion for agriculture and animal care.
11 stories
More Than a Jacket: The Meaning Behind FFA Official Dress
Natalie Reed · May 5, 2026 · 226 reads
What starts as a stiff blue jacket becomes something much more. For FFA members, Official Dress represents growth, confidence and a connection to something bigger than themselves.
Blue Jackets in Action: Serving Their Community, One Clean Up at a Time
Natalie Reed · Nov 5, 2025
Wheatland FFA is cleaning up its community one weed, one piece of trash and one act of service at a time.
Leveling Up at Fresno Field Day
Natalie Reed · May 22, 2025
On March 11, 2025, the CORE Butte FFA Veterinary Science CDE Team traveled to Fresno State University for its final field day of the season.
Sparks of Creativity
Natalie Reed · Apr 27, 2025
CORE Butte FFA senior William Wasilchen has been hard at work designing and making masterpieces through his welding experience.
Tips and Tricks for Raising a Market Hog
Natalie Reed · Apr 9, 2025 · 72 reads
Whether you’re new to the barn or looking to step up your game, this guide is packed with must-know tips, training tricks and more.
FFA Fun at CORE Butte
Natalie Reed · Feb 28, 2025 · 1 read
This California chapter was full of enthusiasm during National FFA Week, showcasing its passion for FFA with a spirit rally.
Love Is in the Air
Natalie Reed · Feb 13, 2025 · 1 read
The CORE Butte FFA Community Service Committee was hard at work serving its California community during the season of love.
Buzzing About Beeswax
Natalie Reed · Jan 26, 2025
Natalie Reed has created beeswax candles and established a business for her new Supervised Agriculture Experience.
Wrapping Up Love With FFA
Natalie Reed · Dec 10, 2024
CORE Butte FFA in California has been on a mission this holiday season, collecting donations for children all around the world.
One-of-a-Kind Education at CORE Butte Charter School
Natalie Reed · Oct 21, 2024
This school and FFA chapter in California are about helping students reach their educational goals.
