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The National FFA Organization formerly known as “Future Farmers of America” – was founded by a group of young farmers in 1928. Their mission was to prepare future generations for the challenges of feeding a growing population. They taught us that agriculture is more than planting and harvesting – it’s a science, it’s a business and it’s an art.

Today, more than 1,042,245 student members aged 12-21 in more than 9,407 chapters nationwide are engaged in a wide range of agricultural education activities. Students join FFA to explore a variety of careers in the food, fiber and natural resources industry. They are the next generation of leaders who will change the world.

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Kristy Meyer2026-07-10T10:56:34-04:00

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National FFA Organization Names 2026 American Star Finalists

The National FFA Organization has announced the 16 finalists for its 2026 top achievement awards: American Star Farmer, American Star in Agribusiness, American Star in Agricultural Placement and American Star in Agriscience.

Kristy Meyer2026-07-08T11:56:57-04:00

Next Gen Conference Helps Members Learn Value of Agribusiness Systems

Next Gen Conferences provide FFA student members with a look into career opportunities within the agriculture industry. The June conference brought together 75 high school sophomores, juniors and seniors to learn more about the value of agribusiness systems through informational sessions, panel discussions, and tours.

Kristy Meyer2026-06-30T09:18:54-04:00

FFA members participate in the first FFA Catalyst Conference.

National FFA Catalyst Conference Fuels Change Through Service Learning

Centered on the National FFA Organization’s Living to Serve initiative, the Catalyst conference helped students transform community service into meaningful service projects through leadership development, collaboration and hands-on learning.

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Kristy Meyer
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John Deere Foundation Commits Nearly $4 Million in Grants

Moline, Illinois (Thursday, March 21, 2024) – The John Deere Foundation’s unrestricted, multi-year giving supports the educational outreach and mission of FFA to lift up the next generation of leaders in agriculture.

Kristy Meyer2024-03-19T08:48:32-04:00

Cargill Awards Grant to National FFA Organization

Indianapolis, Indiana (Tuesday, March 19, 2024) – Cargill's grant to FFA supports a variety of National FFA Organization programs and events during the three-year period (from 2023 to 2025), including the organization’s sustainability platform; the equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) pathway; and the Living to Serve program.

Kristy Meyer2024-03-01T16:16:33-05:00

Next Gen: Agricultural Communications

Indianapolis, Ind. (Thursday, Feb. 29, 2024/National FFA Organization) – National FFA developed the Next Gen Conference to give students across the country the opportunity to explore a variety of career paths before they graduate high school.

Kristy Meyer2024-02-22T13:00:13-05:00

National FFA Officers Visit Japan, Experience Global Impact of Agriculture

Indianapolis, IN (Thursday, Feb. 22, 2024) – The 2023-24 National FFA Officer Team recently returned from Japan, where the six officers engaged in a variety of cultural and agricultural experiences.

Program Evaluation Insight and Research Brief Series

National FFA programs, events and resources are evaluated annually. Explore the successes of FFA members and specific FFA programs with these documents based in FFA-managed research and our collaborations with external research institutions.

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