FFA in the USA
Central Region
244 stories by student reporters
Don’t Horse Around: Fourth Graders Learn About Farm Safety
Adam Wilke · Oct 25, 2025 · 4 reads
Learn more about the DeWitt Central FFA's annual fourth-grade Farm Safety Day event led by its members.
Beyond the Spotlight: The Impact of Brian Jones
Beau Newport · Oct 25, 2025 · 3 reads
Brian Jones tirelessly supports Meeker FFA, its members, and the community, embodying dedication to guiding the next generation through education and unwavering commitment.
Woodward FFA: the Closet of Success and Dreams
Nelley Burnett · Oct 25, 2025 · 11 reads
This Oklahoma FFA member creates a way for members to wear Official Dress.
Taylor McGill’s Outstanding Commitment
Kurtis Ross · Oct 25, 2025
Taylor McGill, a dedicated Oklahoma State University alum, truly embodies the FFA motto, “Living to Serve.”
Smokin’ and Servin’
Addison Smith · Oct 24, 2025 · 6 reads
The West Plains FFA Chapter exemplifies the FFA motto by hosting smoked rib fundraisers to support local community members in need.
Serving Others and Saving Lives
Piper Rigge · Oct 24, 2025
Learn how Redwood Valley FFA member Cheyenne Parker makes a difference in her Minnesota community, including a heroic act of saving a life while volunteering.
One Year in National Office: A Legacy Left for Generations
Easton Hansen · Oct 24, 2025 · 12 reads
National FFA Central Region Vice President Mary Schrieber shares her year in review and reflects on the legacy she hopes to leave.
Living to Serve: An Investment in the Future of Agriculture
Sydney Bruce · Oct 24, 2025
Double Diamond M Meats shows Valley FFA members what it means to live to serve by promoting the future of agriculture.
Learning to Serve the Future Generations of Agriculture
Evie Diss · Oct 24, 2025
FFA members in Shattuck, Okla., are living to serve by teaching elementary students about different aspects of agriculture.
Hearts in Action: Guymon FFA Brings Living to Serve to Life
Kinley Jo Tolle · Oct 23, 2025 · 1 read
Guymon FFA is proving that "Living to Serve" isn't just a motto, but a way of life, rooted in hard work, community pride and a genuine desire to make a difference.
FFAscinated Member Becomes a FFAntastic Leader
Grace Schmidt · Oct 23, 2025 · 2 reads
Wisconsin FFA Alumna Devani Hinkelmann is inspired by her supportive community and gives back by helping run local FFA events and starting an inclusive program at the county fair.
Top Five Most Powerful State Officer Experiences
Natalie Schroeder · Oct 19, 2025 · 7 reads
If you're interested in running for state FFA office, here are five experiences that could shape your year of service.
From State Star Farmer to Kindergarten Teacher: Using FFA Lessons To Serve the Next Generation
Joci Fogle · Oct 19, 2025 · 1 read
JaLeigh Oldenburg, a spirited educator from Mulhall, Okla., is cultivating more than young minds in her kindergarten classroom—she’s planting seeds of curiosity and a love for agriculture.
Lifelong Advocate Chris Pollack Continues to Make an Impact
Kennedy Jansma · Oct 18, 2025 · 4 reads
Chris Pollack, a fifth-generation farmer, continues to serve the community by helping face growing issues in agriculture.
Don Sheller: A Life Rooted in Purpose, More Than a Scar
Bailey Ford · Oct 18, 2025 · 1 read
After losing his arm in an accident earlier this year, farmer Don Sheller lives to serve through faith and purpose.
Ag Roots, Servant Heart: Ella Feldman’s Journey From FFA Member to Mentor
Josiah (Josie) Kuennen · Oct 18, 2025 · 6 reads
Ella Feldman’s passion for agriculture and education drives her to give back through teaching, leadership and lifelong service.
Being the Difference
Michaela Miller · Oct 13, 2025
Missy Wooldridge embodies the FFA motto. She is a dedicated and driven individual who challenges and inspires new faces in the industry.
Living to Serve: Lori Alexander’s Ongoing FFA Legacy
Madyson Rose · Oct 13, 2025 · 3 reads
Past Kansas FFA state officer Lori Alexander has spent years living out the FFA motto of “Living to Serve.”
Palmyra FFA: Service in Adversity
Marissa Gottman · Oct 10, 2025 · 5 reads
A Missouri FFA chapter embodies “Living to Serve” following the serious spinal injury of one its own, JaTayvion “JT” Thomas.
Wyoming FFA Members Advocate for Agriculture at Nation’s Capital
Brody Medina · Oct 9, 2025 · 2 reads
A Wyoming FFA team visited Washington, D.C., to discuss pesticide regulations and endangered species protection with national leaders.
5 Tips for Planning Your Next Service Project From a Wyoming FFA Alumna
Brody Medina · Oct 8, 2025 · 5 reads
From shelters to show goats, Callie Rosner demonstrates how FFA members can turn passions into service projects that can change communities.
How Can You Live to Serve Like the Carvers?
Anna Treat · Oct 8, 2025
This family from Bokoshe, Okla., created the Logan Project in memory of their late son and brother, Logan Carver, who lived to serve.
FFA Region Round Up
Lauren Quinlan · Aug 2, 2025 · 11 reads
Check out these ideas for programs, events and activities from around the country, submitted by the 2024-25 FFA in the USA reporters.
As Wise as an Owl: Ainsley Delmore Reflects on a Semester of Student Teaching
Citlali Calixto · Jul 13, 2025 · 5 reads
Read about this Colorado FFA Alumna’s experiences in agriculture and how FFA positively influenced her semester as a student teacher.
