FFA in the USA
Eastern Region
322 stories by student reporters
Growing a Passion for Plants
Katelyn Bullock · Sep 6, 2024 · 10 reads
During his greenhouse management SAE, Kevin Kayton has developed and expanded his knowledge of plants and leading students.
Gearing Toward Growth: Uilleam Harper’s Mobile Repair Business
Miru Kunst · Sep 6, 2024 · 3 reads
Uilleam Harper from Norfolk FFA in Massachusetts used an SAE Grant to grow his mobile repair agricultural mechanics business.
Chicago Ag Sciences FFA Alumna Leads the Charge in Agricultural Literacy
Kaden Ambers · Sep 5, 2024 · 3 reads
For many city kids, stepping onto a farm seems as distant as landing on the moon—but one passionate alumnus of Chicago's Ag Sciences school is changing that, one summer camp at a time.
Emu Adventures: Farming With Emus
Ryder Cornett · Sep 4, 2024 · 4 reads
Leah Mishka owner of an emu farm in eastern Michigan. She shares her inspiration and stories about owning and operating the farm.
Desperado the Horse
Grace Routhier · Sep 4, 2024 · 1 read
Ashland FFA Member Anabel Wadsworth from Maine uses the equine knowledge she gained from caring for her horse within FFA competitions.
Agriculture: A Beacon of Hope for a Sustainable Tomorrow
Kalena Diaz · Sep 3, 2024 · 3 reads
Delaware FFA member Joseph Delaney is working to correct mistakes of the past thanks to SAE Grants provided by the National FFA Organization.
Selena Serving Up Success
Savannah Cycholl · Sep 2, 2024 · 1 read
As a part of her SAE, Selena Fuentes runs three different Mexican restaurants in southern Illinois and Indiana.
Ellis Rogers Thrives in Veterinary Science
Owen Rigg · Aug 30, 2024 · 1 read
Through her SAE, Williamsfield FFA Member Ellis Rogers is gaining real-world experience in veterinary science.
Kentucky Has More Than Cows, Corn and Horses
Cyrus Bivens · Aug 30, 2024 · 2 reads
Four members showcase their SAEs that are related to floriculture, nursery and landscape and starting a podcast.
Agriculture in the City
Grace Conley · Aug 30, 2024 · 1 read
Davis Crops LLC, a business owned by Case Davis, is showing Bourbon County in Kentucky how agriculture can be applied in an urban setting.
