FFA in the USA
Eastern Region
322 stories by student reporters
Susong Farms: A Summer Full of Growth
Lauren Argotte · Oct 15, 2024 · 4 reads
An Indiana family launched a summer camp for children in first through fifth grade, which offers an immersive agricultural experience.
An Up Close Look at the Urban Agriculture and Life Sciences Program in Georgia
Kaden Ambers · Oct 15, 2024 · 3 reads
The University of Georgia is changing the lives of urban teens by transforming their understanding of urban agricultural practices, community leadership and research.
A Helping Paw
Lauren Argotte · Oct 15, 2024 · 1 read
In Indiana, Lebanon FFA supported the Boone County Humane Society by providing homemade dog treats and toys.
Teaching a Sustainable Future
Haven Cash · Oct 14, 2024
The North Clay FFA Chapter teaches its Illinois community about agricultural processes and safety through a fun-filled day of activities.
“Smashing” Success With Pulaski County FFA
Cyrus Bivens · Oct 13, 2024 · 32 reads
When you hear “fall,” what’s the first thing you think of? Read about how this Kentucky chapter created a memorable and impactful event.
How Brody Dickson Turned Green Grass Into Green Paper
Kaden Ambers · Oct 13, 2024 · 3 reads
Barrington FFA member Brody Dickson earned a whopping $50,000 from his landscaping business named BD Landscaping.
Splashing Into a New School Year
Grace Conley · Oct 13, 2024 · 1 read
The Bourbon County FFA Chapter’s recruitment event, Aquafest, has helped increase its membership number and overall participation.
Greenhouse Greatness: The Future of This Chapter
Ryder Cornett · Oct 8, 2024 · 9 reads
In Michigan, the Fowlerville FFA Chapter is getting a fresh start with a new greenhouse, which was made possible thanks to grant funding.
This SAE is Something To Buzz About
Colton Rudd · Sep 11, 2024 · 11 reads
In Kentucky, Muhlenberg County FFA President Sarah Miller is as busy as a bee managing Hey There, Honey, her business and SAE.
Hooked on Agriculture
Jaiden Fordyce · Sep 11, 2024
Upshur County FFA Member Cale Collier reels in life lessons from working on his father’s fishing charter boat for his paid placement SAE.
From Animal Enthusiast to an Award-Winning SAE
Sydney Beiting · Sep 11, 2024 · 4 reads
Ohio FFA member Kami Kile turns her love for animals into success with her Supervised Agricultural Experience.
A Landscaping Legacy
Lauren Argotte · Sep 11, 2024 · 6 reads
Owen Bigler, a Lebanon FFA member from Indiana, turned his family’s lawn care hobby into a thriving business, OB Lawns.
Where a Family Business Can Lead You
Cooper Harvey · Sep 11, 2024 · 2 reads
Schuylerville FFA Member and 2024-25 New York FFA State Officer Taylor Baraclough raises Thoroughbred horses for her SAE.
Turning a Beloved Place to a Place To Advocate
Morgan Keith · Sep 11, 2024 · 26 reads
For his SAE, Whiteland FFA Alumnus Cian Cribbs planned and delivered an agriculture lesson each week for special education students.
This FFA Member Is Making Waves
Lucy Chorman · Sep 11, 2024 · 21 reads
Forrest Teichmann reflects on how her job and SAE resulted in her being named a national agricultural proficiency finalist.
The Possibilities of Wildlife Management
Greyson Applebee · Sep 10, 2024 · 8 reads
Jackson Wallen excels in his two SAEs, having achieved state and national recognition for his skills in trapping.
Sprouting SAE Success
A. Houser · Sep 10, 2024 · 3 reads
Central Columbia FFA Member Brynn Karnes shares the journey of her agribusiness SAE.
Sierra Payne’s Life in Livestock Production
Haven Cash · Sep 10, 2024
This North Clay FFA Alumna from Illinois expresses her passion for raising and showing livestock and her award-winning SAE.
Harris Boys’ Roadside Stand
Melinda Wesley · Sep 10, 2024 · 1 read
Drew Harris and his family own and operate a roadside stand in Utica, Ohio, where they raise maple syrup, sweet corn and pumpkins.
Ohio FFA Member Shows Nationally While Sticking to Her Roots
Parker Burris · Sep 9, 2024
Alexis White interns at Campbell Farms, where she shows various livestock at the local, state and national levels.
Kora Greene Is Cultivating Commitment
Isaiah Todd · Sep 9, 2024 · 1 read
This Hillsboro Great Oaks FFA member’s SAE project is showing rabbits at the fair. Check out this article to learn more about her story.
Grease and Glory: A Passion for Classic Tractors
Elizabeth Lilyea · Sep 9, 2024 · 10 reads
Inspiring FFA member Andrew Curtis Szalach turns his passion for classic tractors into a gold-winning SAE.
Claire Grimes is Growing Hoosier Highland Farm
Kelsey Thompson · Sep 9, 2024 · 4 reads
What started as a dream for this FFA member has since become a lifelong passion for raising awareness of the Highland breed in Indiana.
Taxidermy Triumph: Nate Emmons’ Latest FFA Endeavor
Taylor Johnson · Sep 8, 2024 · 6 reads
This 16 year old explores taxidermy as his SAE, emphasizing ethical considerations and hands-on learning.
