FFA in the USA
Southern Region
243 stories by student reporters
Andrew Roberts’ Journey in and Beyond the Jacket
Mia Calton · Mar 18, 2026 · 4 reads
A North Carolina FFA member and officer shares how he balances his FFA involvement with other commitments.
Doing to Learn: The Impactful Service That Sparked the Smiles
Sophey Errington · Mar 16, 2026 · 6 reads
The Forest-Scott FFA Chapter in Mississippi brings joy through service assisting special needs community members at the Refuge Roundup.
Keeping the Roots, Growing the Branches
Savannah Wade · Mar 10, 2026 · 2 reads
Chiefland FFA in Florida continued National FFA Week traditions, while introducing new ones along the way.
Stop the Bleed, Start the Conversation: FFA Members in Action
Lilia Mendez · Mar 6, 2026
Discover how Rome Middle School FFA partnered with Atrium Health and promoted agriculture to students during National FFA Week.
The Leader Behind the Georgia FFA Foundation’s Fundraising Success
Lilia Mendez · Mar 6, 2026 · 3 reads
Discover how Mrs. Katrina Jones has played a key role in raising over $13 million to support and expand opportunities for FFA members.
Roots and Representation: How One Student’s Vision Connected Durham’s Black Farmers With the Next Generation
Olivia Ko · Mar 3, 2026 · 3 reads
Jordan FFA in North Carolina hosted a panel highlighting Black agriculturists to celebrate both Black History Month and National FFA Week.
Kicking Off National FFA Week With Tradition
Hannah Staab · Feb 25, 2026 · 4 reads
Members around the nation, including this Florida chapter, celebrate the importance of FFA, agriculture and agricultural education in schools.
Una Poema Para Chile/A Poem for Chile
Jazmin Palma · Feb 21, 2026 · 2 reads
Dos miembros de la FFA viajaron a una región de Chile rica en agricultura. Devolven con un poema sobre las lecciones que aprendieron. Two members of the FFA traveled to an agriculturally rich region of Chile. They returned with a poem about the lessons they learned.
Roots: Does Your Agriculture Background Matter in FFA?
Calleigh Pittman · Feb 20, 2026 · 35 reads
Every FFA member has a different background. Two Tennessee FFA members demonstrate how FFA provides opportunities for everyone.
National FFA Chorus: A Lasting Impact
Curtis Hall Jr · Feb 20, 2026 · 19 reads
Members of the National FFA Chorus share share how much they’ve been impacted by a group of strangers who later became family.
The Fourth Annual Three Rivers Federation Leadership Conference
Laiken Wilcox · Feb 18, 2026 · 4 reads
The Three Rivers Federation hosted its annual Federation Leadership Conference at the North Carolina FFA Center.
Living the Blue and Gold at Clewiston Christian High School
Bristol Rives · Feb 18, 2026 · 1 read
CCHS FFA celebrated National FFA Week with outreach, leadership, and hands-on learning, highlighting the impact of agriculture.
Beyond the Placement: The Gift of Livestock Evaluation
Nuriana Rauda-Lopez · Feb 11, 2026 · 16 reads
North East Carolina Preparatory senior and junior livestock evaluation teams share what has been the most rewarding part of their journeys.
Ranching Through Generations: Florida’s Native Cattle Story
Bristol Rives · Feb 5, 2026 · 16 reads
From Seminole pastures to today’s ranches, Native cattle producers in Florida balance tradition, innovation and sustainability.
Growing Opportunities: Kevin Manzanarez’s Path to Agricultural Education
Alina Isgrigg · Jan 22, 2026 · 5 reads
Kevin Manzanarez’s journey to becoming an agriculture teacher and FFA advisor shows what inspired him to pursue agricultural education.
Living By the Motto of “Living to Serve”
Hannah Staab · Jan 22, 2026 · 16 reads
FFA members in a small Florida town show what it’s like to live by the motto and help their community.
North Star FFA Is Expanding Opportunities for Homeschool Students
Savannah Belton · Jan 22, 2026 · 23 reads
Learn how this chapter is creating leadership and agricultural opportunities for homeschool students in North Carolina.
Feeding America: Is Sustainability Enough?
Micayla Smiley · Jan 22, 2026 · 3 reads
Farmers explore sustainable agriculture's potential to meet food demands amid climate, soil and resource challenges.
From Blue Jacket to Bold Leadership
Julia Sebastian · Jan 20, 2026 · 8 reads
From member to supporter, John Michael Scott’s journey reflects the lasting impact of agricultural education and leadership.
Shaping the Future
Hannah Miller · Jan 20, 2026 · 3 reads
Hannah Miller profiles Mr. Jay Borden, Alabama’s state FFA advisor and agriscience education administrator.
Monterey FFA Launches Student-Run Dog Grooming Business
Mackenzie Vester · Jan 20, 2026 · 1 read
Small animal science students turned a $5,000 grant from National FFA into a hands-on, learning to do experience.
Blue Jackets With a Golden Meaning
Olivia Ko · Jan 14, 2026 · 26 reads
FFA members and alumni share the meaning of the jacket to them and what they hope future members will see in the jacket.
How NERSBA FFA “Lives to Serve” Their Community
Saylor Swain · Jan 12, 2026 · 1 read
NERSBA FFA in North Carolina works together to clean up their community by using their skills and knowledge in Landscaping.
Growing Futures: The Impact of Arkansas Rice on Youth and Economy
Sara Hinson · Jan 12, 2026 · 4 reads
As the nation’s leading rice producer, the state relies on rice to support family farms, fuel rural economies and invest in young leaders through hands-on programs like the Arkansas Rice Representative Program. These experiences show students that agriculture welcomes anyone willing to learn, lead and serve.
