Southern Region

FFA in the USA is one of the most popular sections in FFA New Horizons. Starting in September 2024, you’ll see stories written by more than 130 FFA in the USA Reporters from across the country, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

A Legacy of Service: Brad Etheridge

For former Williston FFA member Brad Etheridge, service is the heart of the blue corduroy jacket.

By Annabelle Whitehurst|October 26th, 2025|Categories: FFA in the USA|Tags: Brad Etheridge, FFA motto, Florida, florida ffa, living to serve, Southern Region, Williston FFA|

Growing Leaders at the NCFFA State Leadership Conference

The North Carolina State Leadership Conference brought together FFA members from across the state for a week of leadership training, workshops and experiences that would be remembered for a lifetime.

By Laiken Wilcox|October 26th, 2025|Categories: FFA in the USA|Tags: FFA in the USA, Leadership, North Carolina, Southern Region|

Service in Simple Acts

Scotts Hill FFA Reporter Cooper Autry describes what service means to him, and how his chapter played a role in serving him.

By Cooper Autry|October 25th, 2025|Categories: FFA in the USA|Tags: Scotts Hill FFA, serving, Southern Region, Tennessee|

Washington-Wilkes FFA: Big Heart, Small Town

In a small, rural town, this Georgia chapter is growing more than just vegetables. Guided by the FFA motto, members are nurturing leadership, compassion and a stronger community through dedication and care.

By Aniyah Grant|October 25th, 2025|Categories: FFA in the USA|Tags: georgia, Southern Region|

Welding Dreams and Cattle Schemes: A Young Leader’s FFA Journey

Brayden Pilkenton, a farmer and nationally recognized talent, now inspires others by teaching welding at Southern Georgia Technical, blending passion with purpose.