FFA in the USA
Eastern Region
314 stories by student reporters
All Creatures Great and Small
Hailee Hancock · Dec 6, 2025 · 1 read
La Crosse Elementary students visited the Mecklenburg County High School barn, where chapter officers hosted an immersive petting zoo experience.
High School Junior Creates Safety Awareness in Community
Maggie Graham · Dec 6, 2025 · 2 reads
A southwest Virginia FFA member is working to raise community awareness regarding agricultural machinery following a community’s tragedy.
Blood of Blue: The Hidden Value of Horseshoe Crabs
Nathan Lachance · Dec 6, 2025 · 35 reads
Learn how the Bristol FFA Chapter in Massachusetts created a student-run business venture that provides real-world skills and experiences.
From Grandpa’s Tractor to Big Dreams: Trent Stiers’ Journey in Farm Mechanics
Owen Rigg · Dec 5, 2025 · 6 reads
Learning from his grandfather, Trent Stiers has mastered farm equipment repair, welding, and operation in his SAE Project
Leadership Spotlight: Elizabeth Hammann
McKayla Fisher · Dec 5, 2025 · 3 reads
Elizabeth Hammann, senior and president of Carlinville FFA, shares her leadership journey and favorite FFA activities in Illinois Section 15.
5 Steps to Superb Speeches: A Speaker’s Complete Guide
Olivia Quertermous · Dec 5, 2025 · 22 reads
Illinois FFA member Sydney Kuergeleis shares her experiences in public speaking and her top tips for success in the CDE.
Discovering Veterinary Science Through Experience
Carlie Nowlin · Dec 5, 2025 · 22 reads
FFA members explore veterinary science and dairy careers through hands-on activities and industry mentorship.
From Farm Fallacies to Food Familiarity
Madison Stephens · Dec 5, 2025 · 5 reads
Hands-on learning through farm visits and agricultural experiences is key to fostering a deeper appreciation for where our food comes from.
From the Blue Jacket to Being Stationed by the Owl: The FFA Story Behind a Future Ag Teacher
Kaitlyn Ferguson · Dec 4, 2025 · 4 reads
When C. L. Payne FFA Alumna Lizzy Bosarge joined FFA in sixth grade, she never quite grasped just how much it would impact her years later.
Clinton County, Illinois, Is Growing More Than Crops
Shelby Hagen · Dec 4, 2025 · 2 reads
Discover how agriculture and community thrive hand in hand in Illinois, inspiring generosity at every turn.
Gracy Smith’s Lasting Connection to FFA
Leila Harper · Dec 4, 2025 · 3 reads
A story of growth, leadership and legacy through the journey of FFA Alumna Gracy Smith from Bio-Med Science Academy FFA in Ohio.
Coast to Coast Connections With Chapter Connect
McKenzie Wilson · Dec 4, 2025 · 20 reads
In its first year, Chapter Connect made history by bringing together 30 chapters for a fresh, dynamic national collaboration.
Kentucky Commissioner of Agriculture Goes Above and Beyond for the Sunshine Class
Jazmily Blakely · Nov 5, 2025 · 1 read
The Kentucky Commissioner of Agriculture helps fund and support the Sunshine Class at the Kentucky State Fair in honor of participant Abby Beeler.
Where Heart Meets Agriculture: Rebecca Risley’s Journey Back to the Barn
Logan Sarnik · Nov 5, 2025 · 1 read
FFA helped this Connecticut member find her way back to agriculture and develop her passion for helping animals and people.
The Heart Behind the Harvest: Houston Parker
Shelby Hillebrandt · Nov 5, 2025 · 2 reads
Houston Parker of the Carroll County FFA Chapter in Kentucky exemplifies the FFA motto of “Living to Serve” through every aspect of his life.
Episode 1: A Chat With Sydney Whichard
Keeley Harding · Nov 5, 2025 · 5 reads
FFA in the USA Reporter Keeley Harding spoke with Sydney Whichard, a past North Carolina FFA state officer and 2025 national officer candidate, about how to become a great leader.
Living to Serve: Karen McClure
Jaiden Fordyce · Nov 5, 2025
The FFA motto ends with “Living to Serve,” a phrase that represents giving back to others, supporting your community, and putting others before yourself. Few embody that better than Karen McClure.
Living to Serve: FFA Members and Farmers Work Together to Harvest Potatoes
Hannah Shaw · Nov 5, 2025 · 3 reads
Mars Hill FFA members join farmers during Harvest Break, preserving potato farming traditions and strengthening community bonds.
Preserving the Stories of FFA Members Who Came Before Us
Seneca Flint-Morgan · Nov 4, 2025
This FFA Alumnus demonstrates his passion for FFA and agriculture through his service to his home chapter and community.
Once An Officer, Always in Service
Cash Bryan · Nov 4, 2025 · 1 read
Ben Arteman once served as an Illinois FFA State Officer. Now he supports members across the state in several different ways.
Making “Living to Serve” Come Alive in the Community
Holly Savage · Nov 4, 2025
Eastern View FFA came together with Culpeper Parks and Recreation to create a beautiful landscaped area to the previously built flagpole plaza.
Living to Serve: The Legacy of FFA Alumni
Addilyn Obermark · Oct 28, 2025 · 9 reads
Meet the FFA Alumni proving that "Living to Serve" is more than a motto — it’s a legacy of leadership, service and lifelong impact.
Living to Serve: Dr. William Lane’s Lifelong Commitment to Others
Lucy Chorman · Oct 28, 2025 · 5 reads
From his military service to decades spent shaping minds and hearts, Dr. Lane has embodied the FFA motto of "Living to Serve" in every season of his life.
Sparking Service Through Leadership: Illinois FFA Section 8 JumpSTART Conference
Kennedy Smith · Oct 28, 2025 · 7 reads
The Illinois FFA Section 8 Officers hosted the JumpSTART conference with local FFA chapters, building leadership and creating unity.
