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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.

Latest Press Releases

2026-06-02T10:34:39-04:00

FFA Members Head to Washington, D.C. for WLC Conference

This summer, thousands of FFA members from across the country will gather in Washington, D.C., for the Washington Leadership Conference (WLC), a premier leadership experience for students that exposes them to the rich history of our nation’s capital.

2026-05-20T08:14:51-04:00

2026-27 Cohort of National FFA Teacher Ambassadors Announced

National FFA Organization announced 88 people from 38 different states will serve as National Teacher Ambassadors for the 2026-2027 School Year. National Teacher Ambassadors are agricultural educators who are trained to provide training and resources to other teachers across the country, as well as serving as subject-matter experts for agricultural education.

2026-05-07T10:35:23-04:00

National FFA Officers Return from Japan with Appreciation for Global Impact of Agriculture

The 2025-26 National FFA Officer Team recently returned from the National FFA Officers International Experience Program in Japan, where they experienced Japanese culture and agriculture in partnership with sister organization Future Farmers of Japan (FFJ). This annual trip provides National FFA Officers the chance to experience firsthand how agriculture transcends geographical boundaries and strengthens a partnership that dates back to 1950.

2023-03-13T10:07:45-04:00

FFA Members Prepare for Careers in Animal System Pathways

INDIANAPOLIS (Monday, March 13, 2023/National FFA Organization) – This spring, 73 FFA members from across the country traveled to Denver, Colo., to explore careers in the animal systems industry. It’s part of the Next Gen Conference offered by the National FFA Organization.

2023-02-15T12:30:17-05:00

John Deere Continues Partnership with $1 Million Donation

INDIANAPOLIS (Wednesday, Feb. 15, 2023/National FFA Organization) – John Deere announced a donation of $1 million to the National FFA Organization to support the growth of future leaders, feed agricuture’s talent pipeline, and honor the organization’s community service efforts.

2023-02-06T09:02:33-05:00

Students to Celebrate FFA Week

INDIANAPOLIS (Monday, Feb. 6, 2023/National FFA Organization) – This month, FFA members around the country will celebrate agriculture and FFA during National FFA Week.

2023-02-06T09:04:01-05:00

Giving Back on Give FFA Day

INDIANAPOLIS (Wednesday, Feb. 1, 2023/National FFA Organization) – Individuals across the country can make a difference in the lives of the more than 850,000 FFA members this month by participating in Give FFA Day during National FFA Week.

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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