FFA in the USA
1,128 stories by student reporters

FFA’mily Event Shows Appreciation to Devoted Community
Trent Oney · Feb 1, 2025
In this Washington community, members express their gratitude and garner support for their chapter’s upcoming year.

Diet Dilemma
Blaine King · Jan 31, 2025 · 1 read
The 2025-30 Dietary Guidelines for Americans are in the works and sparking conversations within the beef cattle community.

The Transformative Journey of Melissa Lua-Duarte
Ethan Lopez · Jan 30, 2025 · 1 read
Through setbacks and resilience, the 2024-25 California FFA State Treasurer inspires more than 100,000 members to embrace their potential.

Write Your Story: The “Unwritten” Theme of Bear River FFA
Viviana Velazquez · Jan 28, 2025 · 2 reads
This California officer team shares their core values and how they aim to empower member to write their own paths in agriculture.

Washington Leadership Conference Scholarship Creates Opportunities
Laiken Wilcox · Jan 28, 2025 · 18 reads
A partnership between the Tribal Agriculture Fellowship and the Native Youth in Agriculture organization helps members learn to lead.

The Heart of FFA: Williamsfield Alumni Chapter Builds Futures
Owen Rigg · Jan 28, 2025 · 1 read
Leaders in this Illinois community aim to empower members through service, scholarship, mentorship and collaborative projects.

Spend Your Summer With North Carolina FFA
Laiken Wilcox · Jan 28, 2025 · 2 reads
Looking for ways to grow your involvement? Consider attending state convention, Washington Leadership Conference or Rec Camp!

New Charter Marks 38 New Jersey Chapters
Nina Weiland · Jan 28, 2025 · 5 reads
The New Jersey FFA Association recently chartered the Middlesex-Piscataway FFA Chapter, which is part of Middlesex County Magnet Schools.

Homegrown Talent: The Journey From Student to District Advisor
Citlali Calixto · Jan 28, 2025 · 3 reads
Learn about Sarah Madsen’s career in agricultural education and her role as the Weld Central FFA Chapter advisor.

Chris Chinn Leads With Passion
Abigayle Lett · Jan 28, 2025 · 1 read
Missouri’s director of agriculture brings 20 years of experience and a passion for developing future leaders in agriculture.

Portales FFA Champions Inclusion With Special Needs Day
Madison Kenyon · Jan 28, 2025
Portales FFA empowers the community by hosting a Special Needs Day at the Roosevelt County Fair, featuring hands-on activities, demonstrations, and a special goat show for individuals with special needs.

Big Addition to a Small Town
Karsyn Bladow · Jan 28, 2025
Since being established a few years ago, this North Dakota chapter has made a positive difference on its school and community.

Logan FFA Leads by Example With Canned Food Drive
Madison Kenyon · Jan 28, 2025
In New Mexico, this chapter collected 745 cans for the Ministry of Hope Center and inspired generosity among students.

California Wildfires Burn Away Agriculture
Lily Bingaman · Jan 28, 2025 · 18 reads
As these natural disasters continue to persist, they impact agriculture by destroying crops and ruining fields.

West Tennessee FFA, Assemble!
Abby Woodward · Jan 28, 2025
Regional officers hosted a superhero-themed Greenhand Conference event to help support and inspire FFA members in their state.

Zipping Up for a Cause: Blue Jackets Go Blue for Diabetes
Lucy Chorman · Jan 27, 2025 · 2 reads
Shauna Judd's Blue Jackets Go Blue for Diabetes inspires a statewide movement for awareness.

West Tennessee FFA at the 97th National FFA Convention & Expo
Carson Osteen · Jan 27, 2025 · 2 reads
During the 2023-24 school year, West Tennessee FFA achieved remarkable growth, reaching a pinnacle of success at the 97th National FFA Convention & Expo.

Vision: How Will You See Your Future?
Kalena Diaz · Jan 27, 2025 · 1 read
The Vision Leadership Conference prepares Delaware FFA members and county representatives for premier leadership and personal growth through team building activities.

The Power of Leadership Development Events
Melinda Wesley · Jan 27, 2025 · 20 reads
Utica FFA takes pride in competing in the public speaking and ag issues LDEs and urges more members to do so.

The Final Show: A Story of Progress
Emma Spivey · Jan 27, 2025
Hard work paid off in the show ring for this FFA member from Florida.

Student by Day, Teacher by…Well, Also Day
Adam Wilke · Jan 27, 2025 · 1 read
A career in education isn’t for everyone, but Caden Bernauer is growing the next generation of agricultural leaders.

Sorghum: Food’s Best Kept Secret
Katelee Martin · Jan 27, 2025 · 841 reads
This ancient grain is being brought into new light by National Sorghum Producers (NSP) and the United Sorghum Checkoff Program (USCP).

Ready, Set, Splash!
Savannah Cycholl · Jan 27, 2025
To kick of the school year, Olney FFA hosts its annual Back to School Bash, which includes numerous games and a massive water balloon fight.

Making Leaders in Monterey Bay
Audrey DeCarli · Jan 27, 2025 · 2 reads
The Made For Excellence and Advanced Leadership Academy conferences help California FFA members become effective leaders in their community.