FFA in the USA
Southern Region
249 stories by student reporters

Future Harvest: Cultivating a Life of Service in Agriculture
Paige Pardue · Nov 27, 2024 · 2 reads
Sophia Stutts, a sophomore at Huntland High School in Tennessee, is inspiring the next generation through her agricultural advocacy project.

Niche Rehabilitation Results in National Recognition
Maura Barrera · Nov 27, 2024 · 1 read
Connecting with local partners to rehabilitate oyster reefs, members of the Loris FFA showcase “Living to Serve.”

Inside Asheboro High School’s Unique Zoo School Program
Jazmin Palma · Nov 27, 2024 · 4 reads
This North Carolina chapter offers a unique perspective of the agriculture industry for students to explore.

A Community in Love With Horticulture
Abby Woodward · Nov 27, 2024 · 2 reads
The Dyer County FFA Chapter is building a passion for horticulture to spread throughout their Tennessee community.

70th Annual North Carolina FFA State Land Judging Competition
Laiken Wilcox · Nov 27, 2024 · 29 reads
On Nov. 16, 2024, the University of North Carolina at Pembroke hosted this interactive event for the first time.

Parrish Community FFA Volunteers at Hunsader’s 33rd Annual Pumpkin Festival
Emma Spivey · Nov 25, 2024 · 2 reads
Through helping with a refreshment stand, these Florida FFA members are learning skills like teamwork, responsibility and customer service.

Living for Service: Chapter Collects Toys for Children in Need
Jackson Pannell · Nov 25, 2024 · 1 read
Bagley Middle FFA makes a difference by donating to the Georgia Department of Human Services Division of Family and Children Services.

St. Paul’s High School Advocates for Farm Loss
Laiken Wilcox · Nov 19, 2024 · 1 read
On Nov. 16, 2024, this chapter hosted a Farm Revival event to bring awareness to the steady loss of farmland in North Carolina.

Serving Arkansas Is the Annaleigh Mead Way
Hayley Morss · Nov 15, 2024 · 3 reads
Southside Charter FFA Secretary serves her community through acts of selflessness, generosity and kindness.

North Carolina FFA Members Donate Supplies After Hurricane Helene
Jazmin Palma · Nov 15, 2024 · 2 reads
The North Carolina southeast regional FFA officer team created an opportunity to give back during their Regional Leadership Conference.

Ag Fest: Festivities for Farmers and Friends
Maura Barrera · Oct 31, 2024 · 1 read
An event that truly embodies every aspect of the South Carolina Governor’s School for Agriculture!

Why Are Creekside Junior High Students So Involved In FFA?
Zoey Symons · Oct 31, 2024
The success and community outreach of Creekside Junior High FFA starts in the classroom, thanks to an amazing ag teacher.

Leading the Pack
Andrea Blaha · Oct 31, 2024
The Deltona Sr. FFA offers a school-wide leadership conference that ensures personal growth and builds leaders across the school and community.

Wooly Wonders Happening at North Oconee FFA!
Haley Parsons · Oct 31, 2024
In Georgia, North Oconee FFA taught elementary school students about sheep production at their school STEAM Night.

Our Barn’s Journey
Madelin Garcia · Oct 21, 2024 · 9 reads
Advocating paid off! The Marianna FFA Chapter is thrilled to have a new home for show animals and a learning place outside of the classroom.

Battle of the Bone: FFA Edition
Rylee Lemaster · Oct 21, 2024 · 2 reads
FFA members attending two Arkansas schools used a football rivalry to help the animals in their communities.

Constructing Change
Baleigh Brown · Oct 19, 2024 · 2 reads
Hartselle FFA is making a change for the better in its Alabama community.

Arkansas Chapter Hosts an Elementary Fun Night
Hayley Morss · Oct 19, 2024
Southside Charter High School FFA hosted its first community service event of the year, which included activities for young students.

Success and Sweet Potatoes: The Vardaman FFA Story
Kalem Hall · Oct 19, 2024 · 5 reads
Farmers are paving the way for the future of agriculture by playing a monumental role in this Mississippi chapter’s success.

Bearing the Fruit of Future Leaders
Caitlyn Nicholson · Oct 19, 2024
The Bear Grass Charter FFA Chapter in North Carolina hosts its annual Women in Ag Banquet to encourage career development among young women.

Florida Chapter Ignites Awareness for Agriculture
Ava Yarborough · Oct 19, 2024 · 1 read
Ocoee High School FFA took to the stands at Ocoee City Hall to urge its community to help with a disruptive development.

Greenhand Conference Sows Seeds for Success
Molly Tipps · Oct 19, 2024 · 17 reads
Discover inspiring highlights from the fourth annual District Greenhand Conference in Tennessee this September.

UCAHS FFA Hosts First Responders Breakfast
Jazmin Palma · Oct 18, 2024
This North Carolina chapter provided free breakfasts and handwritten notes during First Responders Appreciation Week.

North Carolina FFA Navigates the Game of Life
Jazmin Palma · Oct 18, 2024 · 4 reads
Through workshops, networking and more, the East Central Regional Leadership Conference in North Carolina taught FFA members how to be successful.