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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 Meyer2025-12-11T10:53:42-05:00

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National FFA Foundation’s Molly Ball wins award

National FFA Foundation's Molly Ball, National FFA Foundation President, has been named the winner of a Silver Stevie Award® in the Female Executive of the Year – Government or Non-Profit – category in the 22nd annual Stevie Awards Women in Business.

Kristy Meyer2025-12-11T10:31:17-05:00

FFA Members Participate in Chapter Connect Program

The National FFA Organization launched its new Chapter Connect pilot program this year and facilitated the first in-person connections during the 98th National FFA Convention & Expo, with interactive activities expected to continue throughout the school year.

Kristy Meyer2025-12-11T10:23:41-05:00

Record Crowd Attends National FFA Convention & Expo

A record-setting 73,000-plus attendees came to Indianapolis this year from across the country to attend the 98th National FFA Convention & Expo.

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Convention wrap up

INDIANAPOLIS (Wednesday, Nov. 2, 2022/National FFA Organization) – More than 69,500 FFA members and supporters from across the country celebrated agriculture and agricultural education last week during the 95h National FFA Convention & Expo in Indianapolis.

Kristy Meyer2022-10-12T14:09:09-04:00

Dr. Park Named National FFA Advisor

INDIANAPOLIS (Wednesday, Oct. 12, 2022/National FFA Organization) – The National Council for Agricultural Education (The Council) today named Dr. Travis Park the director of agricultural education, National FFA board chair and National FFA advisor.

Kristy Meyer2022-10-10T09:09:54-04:00

Walmart Foundation Donation

INDIANAPOLIS (Monday, Oct. 10, 2022/National FFA Organization) – The Walmart Foundation has awarded the National FFA Foundation Inc. a grant of $750,000 to incorporate sustainability principles in school education.

Kristy Meyer2022-09-27T10:49:31-04:00

National FFA Organization Receives Grant to Help Strengthen Indiana Chapters

INDIANAPOLIS (Tuesday, Sept. 27, 2022/National FFA Organization) – The National FFA Organization has received $3 million from Lilly Endowment Inc. to help strengthen Indiana FFA chapters.

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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