CDE/LDE

Vivian Cook, Leah Urfer, Gracie Wilson and Rylee Thompson of the Montezuma FFA Chapter in Iowa were named the 2025 National FFA Agricultural Communications CDE team event winners. Here’s a section of that piece, edited for FFA New Horizons.

The National FFA Meats Evaluation and Technology CDE challenges members to think critically and be smart consumers.

Competitors in this leadership development event tackle real-world agricultural debates and learn to educate their communities, one conversation at a time.

FFA members participating in the Student Showcase: Environmental Science and Natural Resources event master communication skills.

Participants learn leadership, teamwork, and technical forestry skills through this hands-on career development event.

The Environmental and Natural Resources CDE develops skills in soil, water and ecosystem management.

FFA members at the 98th National FFA Convention & Expo transfer the skills they learn in the Food Science and Technology Career Development Event into practical skills for the workforce.

Cutting-edge opportunities offered at Purdue University’s Boilermaker Butcher Block equip FFA members and alums with the skills to succeed.

Superintendent Ray Pieniazek weighs in on the opportunities found in the Food Science and Technology CDE.

This state association provides opportunities for FFA members of all abilities to compete in a hands-on career development event.

Whether you love plants, animals, technology or public speaking, there’s an FFA competition made with you in mind.

Preparing today can set you up for the future — just ask this National FFA CDE individual winner and National FFA corporate partner.