FFA in the USA
Eastern Region
322 stories by student reporters

East Clinton Great Oaks FFA Cultivates Community-Wide Creativity
Sydney Beiting · Jan 26, 2025 · 4 reads
This Ohio chapter helped elementary students learn new skills through leading a personalized snowman building activity.

Core of the Keystone: The Pennsylvania FFA State Officers’ Journey
A. Houser · Jan 26, 2025 · 14 reads
The Pennsylvania state officer team is carrying on tradition and inspiring the next generation of agriculturists.

We’ve Got History: FFA Memories in the Digital Age
Grace Conley · Jan 26, 2025 · 42 reads
Each FFA chapter has a story to tell. Keeping the scrapbook tradition alive helps preserve its history and prepare for the future.

Rylie Walsh Receives SAE Grant
Ryan Butterfield · Jan 26, 2025 · 4 reads
Princeville FFA member Rylie Walsh won $5,000 from the National FFA Organization. Read on to see what will she do with it.

Let’s Be Cran-did About Small State Agriculture
Miru Kunst · Jan 20, 2025 · 2 reads
As the Massachusetts state fruit, cranberries are harvested just in time to hit the production lines for iconic holiday dishes.

Small Scale, Big Impact
Cyrus Bivens · Jan 20, 2025 · 18 reads
The Spencer County FFA Chapter’s annual farm toy show has become a beloved tradition in its Kentucky community.

Maine FFA All-Members Workshop
Grace Routhier · Jan 20, 2025 · 1 read
During this annual event, participants learned about the FFA Creed, FFA Official Dress and parliamentary procedure.

A Thankful Thanksgiving With Evergreen FFA
Taylor Johnson · Jan 20, 2025 · 1 read
Evergreen FFA unites to provide Thanksgiving meals for families in need, fostering community care. This Ohio chapter’s fall event provided 15 families with Thanksgiving meals that were sponsored by FFA and community members.

The Power of Believing: Caroline Groth’s Path to Becoming a National FFA Officer
Colton Rudd · Jan 17, 2025 · 11 reads
How this Locust Trace FFA Alumna from Kentucky became involved in our organization and continues to reach new heights.

Investing in the Future of Michigan FFA
Ryder Cornett · Jan 17, 2025 · 3 reads
Funding received from the State of Michigan Public Act 120 will be used to reduce chapter dues, support leadership camps and more.

Cider Day Reaches Future FFA Members
Elizabeth Lilyea · Jan 15, 2025
Penn Yan FFA members started this fall tradition that looks to make a impact on students that will last a lifetime.

Rooted in Horticulture
Lauren Argotte · Jan 15, 2025 · 1 read
Kaitlyn Maruszewski, a senior at Tri-Central High School in Indiana, has combined her leadership roles in FFA with her love for horticulture.

Morristown FFA Serves Those Who Have Served
Morgan Keith · Jan 8, 2025 · 1 read
"We didn't want any of our guests to touch a single door handle," says Anna Osborne as she helps to tell the story of her chapter's Veterans Day breakfast.

Tying the Knot With the Community
Ryan Butterfield · Jan 8, 2025 · 2 reads
The Princeville FFA is giving back to their community in a unique way while comforting children in need.

Drives for a Cause
Melinda Wesley · Dec 30, 2024 · 1 read
Utica FFA wanted to be more involved and leave a positive impact, so it held three events to give back to its Ohio community.

Reading, Leading and Presiding
Parker Burris · Dec 17, 2024 · 4 reads
Through her roles as an Ohio FFA state officer and Fort Frye FFA president, Julia Silvus is leaving a multifaceted impact on her community.

Ohio FFA Trains the New Generation of Advocates
Parker Burris · Dec 17, 2024 · 2 reads
This state association hosts the Ohio Legislative Leadership Conference located at the Ohio Legislative House in Columbus, Ohio.

Montague FFA Gives to Feed Goats
Ryder Cornett · Dec 17, 2024 · 3 reads
This Michigan chapter finds a new purpose for donated Christmas trees it collects from members of the community.

Living to Serve in West Virginia
Jaiden Fordyce · Dec 12, 2024 · 1 read
Upshur County FFA embodies the FFA motto by collecting donations for the Central West Virginia Aging Services.

Planting Seeds of Change
Lauren Argotte · Dec 12, 2024 · 1 read
Indiana FFA senior Cord Akey is making a difference in his community by installing raised garden beds at local elementary schools.

Bales of Hope
Savannah Cycholl · Nov 27, 2024
The Pontiac FFA Chapter provided bales of hay to farmers in Johnson City, Tenn., to feed their livestock after Hurricane Helene.

FFA Day: Where FFA, Agriculture and the Community Unite
A. Houser · Nov 27, 2024 · 4 reads
The Dover FFA Chapter in Pennsylvania shares its appreciation for the community by hosting a free public event.

Serving Those Who Have Served Us
Sydney Beiting · Nov 27, 2024 · 1 read
This Ohio chapter honored our nation’s heroes for their service and sacrifices with a special assembly on Veterans Day.

A Day of Honor: Veterans Day in Menifee County
Colton Rudd · Nov 27, 2024
This Kentucky chapter honored those who served our country with a homemade lunch prepared by FFA members and a program.