FFA in the USA
1,128 stories by student reporters

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.

Buzzing With Success
Abigayle Lett · Sep 4, 2024 · 1 read
Odessa FFA member Aubrey Rider from Missouri dives into beekeeping and perfecting honey production for her SAE.

Beyond the Arena: Welcome to the Agriscience Fair
Karly Anderson · Sep 3, 2024 · 11 reads
Pearland FFA member Lydia Greer conducts an agriscience research project and shares her findings at the Texas FFA Agriscience Fair.

Aspire for Greatness
Jayda Goodson · Sep 3, 2024 · 7 reads
New Mexico FFA member Isaac Corral’s interests in agriculture sparked after receiving two goats for his sixth birthday.

Agriculture: A Beacon of Hope for a Sustainable Tomorrow
Kalena Diaz · Sep 3, 2024 · 1 read
Delaware FFA member Joseph Delaney is working to correct mistakes of the past thanks to SAE Grants provided by the National FFA Organization.

A Season of Growth at Ott Farms
Meilani Duran · Sep 3, 2024 · 1 read
Working summers has provided Central Catholic High School FFA members with invaluable hands-on experiences and enhanced their skills.

Aidan Yaddof Finds Passion Through FFA
Natalie Schroeder · Sep 2, 2024 · 1 read
Aidan Yaddof, a junior with Calamus-Wheatland FFA in Iowa, releases pheasants to improve the population.

Ten Years, Ten Pigs, Ten Experiences
Madison McNair · Sep 2, 2024 · 2 reads
Tioga FFA member Jenna Abbott shares her experience about raising pigs for 10 years.

Showing on a Legacy Through Endless Adventures
Jordan Berg · Sep 2, 2024 · 1 read
Hailey Domke of Winneconne FFA in Wisconsin started the Endless Adventures program in memory of Josh Perry.

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.

Think Outside of the Pot
Lynlee McCurry · Sep 2, 2024 · 3 reads
While Denver McBride’s SAEs cover several proficiency areas, his diversified horticulture entrepreneurship stands out the most.

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.

Making a Difference in a Beef State With a Poultry Operation
Elza Moffatt · Aug 30, 2024
In Wyoming, Star Valley FFA President Bridger Wolfley teams up with local food bank to donate to those in need.

SAE Turns Exotic
Amberlyn Christenbury · Aug 30, 2024 · 12 reads
Belton-Honea Path FFA Alumnus Gavin Powers' SAE includes breeding, selling and working with many different animals.

Washington Hops Shape Unique SAE
Trent Oney · Aug 30, 2024 · 5 reads
Shelton FFA Member Lane Stoney from Washington shares his fascination for growing and brewing his own hops.

Arizona FFA Member Is Living to Serve With Her SAE
Samantha Aarup · Aug 30, 2024 · 5 reads
In Arizona, AAEC-Estrella Mountain FFA member Angelina Smith fosters kittens through the BARK organization for her SAE.

Buzzing With Purpose
Ava Yarborough · Aug 30, 2024 · 5 reads
In Florida, Horizon FFA Chapter President Madison Strain launched her beekeeping business, Horizon Honey, in 2022.

Georgia FFA Member Grows Small Seeds to Giant Pumpkins!
Jackson Pannell · Aug 30, 2024 · 4 reads
Meet Chase Owens, a member of North Murray FFA from Georgia, who turned a tiny pumpkin seed into an enormous 533-pound pumpkin!

Kentucky Has More Than Cows, Corn and Horses
Cyrus Bivens · Aug 30, 2024
Four members showcase their SAEs that are related to floriculture, nursery and landscape and starting a podcast.

Member Turns Guided Hunts Into Profitable Business and SAE
Tyse Buck · Aug 30, 2024 · 3 reads
Kaden Atwood, an FFA member in Eufaula, Okla., operates his SAE on 22,000 acres of land and sells guided hunts.

Raising the Bar: The Growth and Grind of Libbey Logan’s SAE
Molly Tipps · Aug 30, 2024
In Tennessee, Libbey Logan is a dedicated member of the Lincoln County FFA Chapter and manages goats on her family farm.

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.

Strike While the Iron Is Hot
Maycee Thouvenel · Aug 30, 2024
Ryatt Haggerman, a Missouri FFA area officer and Versailles FFA president, discovered his passion for blacksmithing and metalworking.

Bringing Ag Awareness to the Classroom Through Chickens
Carson Osteen · Aug 28, 2024 · 7 reads
After starting her SAE as a freshman in high school, Westview FFA member Abbie Collie raises a flock of chickens in Tennessee.