FFA in the USA
Southern Region
249 stories by student reporters
Rodeo of Giving: Celebrating Special Education in Calhoun County
Baleigh Brown · Jul 13, 2025 · 2 reads
FFA chapters from a small, rural part of Alabama come together and embody “Living to Serve” at this event held during rodeo season.
More Than a Jacket: Chapters Helping Chapters in Action
Kalem Hall · Jul 13, 2025 · 1 read
A breakdown on the way to state could’ve ended Hamilton FFA Chapter's trip — until Leake Central stepped in, turning a setback into a story of service and solidarity.
Friday Night Lights Meet Farm Life
Baleigh Brown · Jul 13, 2025 · 3 reads
Dalton Fink brings agriculture to his hometown with a unique blend of football and livestock. Read on to learn about this special tradition.
Little Learners, Big Lessons: West Iredell FFA Brings Ag to Life
Caitlyn Nicholson · Jun 4, 2025
North Carolina chapters eagerly take on the annual “Wake Up To Ag Day” event to educate young kindergartners across their county.
Ryan Inman: A Guiding Light for the 2024-25 Tennessee FFA Officers
Paige Pardue · May 28, 2025 · 3 reads
Discover how this Tennessee FFA state director is shaping others through mentorship, leadership and unwavering support.
Honoring a Legacy: The Daniel Jarrad Memorial Rodeo
Amberlyn Christenbury · May 13, 2025 · 1 read
This event remembers a beloved firefighter and FFA officer by bringing the community together for a weekend of events and scholarships.
Josh Spencer: Fueled by Passion, Driven to Lead
Ava Yarborough · May 9, 2025 · 1 read
For this high school senior, tractors aren’t just machines — they’re a lifelong passion and a path toward a future in agriculture.
Does It Taste Like Chicken?
Jazmin Palma · May 9, 2025 · 5 reads
Amaroo Hills is the largest emu farm in the United States and primarily serves individuals who are affected by alpha-gal syndrome.
Searching for Success in Soybeans
Haley Parsons · May 9, 2025 · 2 reads
Learn about North Oconee FFA member Emi Walker’s award-winning agriscience project and journey in plant science.
Knox Rogers Turns FFA Lessons Into Agricultural Entrepreneurship
Molly Tipps · May 7, 2025 · 1 read
Knox Rogers, a sixth-generation farmer from Lincoln County, Tenn., transformed his FFA experience into a thriving vegetable and firewood business.
From Blue Jacket to National Champion: How FFA Helped Gabe Harville Find His Voice
Molly Tipps · May 6, 2025
Explore this Tennessee cattle farmer’s journey that highlights the impact of FFA and 4-H on his leadership and public speaking success.
Cultivating a Legacy: An Advisor’s Life of Agricultural Education
Jackson Pannell · May 6, 2025 · 9 reads
What started as a high school student’s first step into an agriculture classroom several years ago grew into a lifelong passion as an FFA advisor.
What’s the Buzz?
Laiken Wilcox · Apr 28, 2025 · 2 reads
Throughout Katie Cole’s journey as an FFA member, she has grown a lifelong passion for beekeeping with her father.
The Impact of Real-Life Experience on FFA Success
Abby Woodward · Apr 27, 2025 · 3 reads
Ann Thomas Lowery has been a servant leader inside and outside of the blue jacket. Let’s learn about her story and see how she has grown.
Celebrating West Tennessee FFA: The 75th Annual Awards Banquet
Carson Osteen · Apr 27, 2025 · 5 reads
The 75th Annual West Tennessee FFA Awards Banquet was a night full of recognizing the more than 4,000 members of West Tennessee FFA.
More Than a Teacher: A Mentor in the Barn and the Shop
Maura Barrera · Apr 26, 2025 · 4 reads
Two South Carolina Governor’s School for Agriculture seniors reflect on the impact of their FFA advisors.
Aggies on the Rise: Competing, Winning and Leading in FFA
Maura Barrera · Apr 22, 2025 · 8 reads
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Agriculture Aggies have distinguished themselves at local, state and national FFA competitions.
Shaping the Future: Recognizing an Exceptional FFA Advisor
Amberlyn Christenbury · Apr 20, 2025
Kaitlyn Rhodes, a dedicated horticulture teacher and FFA advisor at the South Carolina Governor’s School for Agriculture, goes above and beyond for her students.
North Carolina’s First Eastern Region MEGA Leadership Conference
Laiken Wilcox · Apr 20, 2025 · 3 reads
In March, around 140 FFA members attended the first Eastern Region MEGA Leadership Conference in North Carolina.
Going Above and Beyond: The Legacy of Jessica Ross at Hendersonville High School
Paige Pardue · Apr 20, 2025 · 3 reads
An agriculture educator at Hendersonville High School, Jessica Ross has a heart for service and a passion for growth.
Front Paige Ag: A Voice for Agriculture
Ava Yarborough · Apr 20, 2025 · 3 reads
Anna Paige Cruse, a member of the Fort Pierce Westwood FFA Chapter, is impacting the world of agricultural advocacy and communication.
Competing in Career and Leadership Development Events: A Path to Real-World Skills
Amberlyn Christenbury · Apr 20, 2025 · 41 reads
Participating in career and leadership development events, particularly livestock judging, taught valuable lessons in teamwork, time management, communication, and focus, ultimately leading to personal growth and a successful state competition result.
Ari Mota Named Tennessee FFA State Reporter
Paige Pardue · Apr 20, 2025 · 6 reads
Ari Mota, a senior at Stewarts Creek High School, was named the 2025-26 Tennessee FFA state reporter.
Turning Barriers Into Bridges: Purposeful Advocacy for Progress
Kalem Hall · Apr 16, 2025 · 8 reads
After being told he was ineligible to take an agriculture course, FFA member and reporter Kalem Hall knew the problem had to be solved.
