FFA in the USA
Central Region
244 stories by student reporters
DeWitt Central FFA ‘Bakes’ a Difference With Christmas Cookie Kits
Adam Wilke · Dec 9, 2024 · 2 reads
DeWitt Central FFA members found a creative way to help those in need during the holiday season using Christmas cookie kits.
Latta FFA: Living to Serve
Jocelyn James · Nov 27, 2024 · 2 reads
Latta FFA advisor Seth Reeves in Oklahoma wanted to teach members the meaning of Living to Serve. Years later, the chapter is still showing appreciation in a big way.
Sandy Creek FFA Member Serves Community Through Poultry SAE
Ava Hoffman · Nov 27, 2024 · 3 reads
Conner Calderon raises chickens to provide affordable eggs and donations to his local food pantry in Nebraska.
Feed-A-Farmer: Local FFA Chapter Supports Local Farmers and Agriculturists
Blayde Lindsay · Nov 27, 2024 · 4 reads
In Missouri, Brunswick FFA provides a meal during harvest season to say ‘thank you’ to members of the community.
Serving With a Simmer
Blaine King · Nov 27, 2024
How the Crest FCCLA and Crest FFA Chapter in Kansas used a culinary competition to support a community member in need.
FFA Members Go “All In” at Fall Leadership Workshops
Emily Tews · Nov 27, 2024 · 5 reads
For Wisconsin FFA members, fall means it's time for Fall Leadership Workshops.
Rock County FFA Sets Up Playground Equipment for City Park
Macy Bearnson · Nov 27, 2024 · 1 read
The officer team from Rock County FFA Chapter in Nebraska worked to improve the city park.
Restoring the Call: How Trapping Saved the Quail
Maycee Thouvenel · Nov 27, 2024 · 7 reads
Jake Piper, a junior from the Bowling Green FFA Chapter in Missouri, has turned his passion for hunting, fishing and all things outdoors into a successful Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) in wildlife management.
Neillsville FFA Helps its Neighbors on Halloween
Jordan Berg · Nov 25, 2024 · 2 reads
These Wisconsin FFA members went “trick-or-treating” for canned goods to donate to a local food pantry that experienced a fire in September.
Be Kind and Rewind: Looking Back on Kayla’s Kindness Project
Katelee Martin · Nov 15, 2024 · 1 read
Oklahoma FFA member is “Living to Serve” by showing kindness to hospital patients through her service project.
Small Town Traditions: Hayride With a Heart
Tegan Herold · Oct 19, 2024 · 3 reads
To kick off fruit sales and provide a social opportunity, Palmyra FFA hosts a hayride each year that its members look forward to.
Mastering the Motto: Conrad FFA Hosts Crops and Mechanics Seminar
Lily Bingaman · Oct 19, 2024 · 9 reads
Conrad FFA has a nearly 40-year tradition of holding this seminar, which is made possible thanks to sponsors and volunteers.
Oklahoma FFA Members Live To Serve
Lynlee McCurry · Oct 19, 2024
In the midst of damage created by a tornado, Claremore FFA stepped up to help its chapter president Kinzee Joslin.
Blue Jackets, Golden Insights
Maycee Thouvenel · Oct 19, 2024 · 4 reads
Versailles FFA officers Lanie Bailey, Ryatt Haggerman, Drake Schmidt and Andrew Schad share their advice for thriving at national convention.
FFA Members Assist Shriners at Western Heritage Day Parade
Tyse Buck · Oct 18, 2024
In Oklahoma, Depew FFA kicked off its first community service event of the new school year by bringing joy to its local community.
A Nation Built on Legacy
Katelee Martin · Oct 16, 2024
Agriculture teachers impart life skills and fond memories, fostering our passion for agriculture. Randy Nation, a former Alva FFA agriculture teacher in Oklahoma, was one of those teachers.
National Team Cultivates Leaders for the Chapter
Ava Hoffman · Oct 14, 2024 · 1 read
Award-winning Conduct of Chapter Meetings team members are finding new ways to grow and serve their Nebraska chapter.
Keeping Students Safe on the Farm
Luke McCrea · Oct 14, 2024 · 8 reads
In Minnesota, the Blooming Prairie FFA Chapter’s Farm Safety Day is ensuring students know how to handle equipment and livestock.
Fall Leadership in Wisconsin
Jakayla Steinhorst · Oct 13, 2024 · 1 read
These hands-on experiences help members, advisors and alumni strengthen their connections with each other.
DeWitt Central FFA Shows What’s in Store
Adam Wilke · Oct 13, 2024 · 1 read
Not many people understand how their food gets to the grocery store. DeWitt Central FFA decided to do something about it.
Honoring All: Veterans Day Event Commemorates Service and Sacrifice
Blayde Lindsay · Oct 13, 2024 · 3 reads
Brookfield FFA members invite servicemen and women to join them for an annual Veterans Day breakfast and assembly.
Granton FFA Rallies To Support a Past Agriculture Teacher
Jordan Berg · Oct 13, 2024
The Granton FFA Chapter and its community come together to support the Steinbach family in a benefit organized and worked by area volunteers.
From Uncertainty to Opportunity
Abigayle Lett · Oct 13, 2024
In Missouri, Pleasant Hill FFA launched an annual Trades Fair to give seniors the chance to connect with opportunities in unions and trades.
New North Dakota Chapter Raises Money for Farm Rescue
Karsyn Bladow · Oct 13, 2024 · 1 read
Hankinson FFA planned and hosted a cornhole tournament, which supported farmers and ranchers in the community.
