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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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FFA Members Names to 58th Class of U.S. Presidential Scholars

INDIANAPOLIS (Thursday, May 19, 2022/National FFA Organization) – Four FFA members were recently named U.S. Presidential Scholars—one of the nation's highest honors for high school students.

Kristy Meyer2022-03-14T09:50:55-04:00

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University to Digitize New Farmers of America Collection through National FFA Grant

INDIANAPOLIS (Tuesday, March 15, 2022/National FFA Organization) – The three-year grant of $324,422 came from the National FFA Foundation, the philanthropic arm of the National FFA Organization. Tractor Supply Company (TSC), a platinum sponsor of the National FFA, has generously donated $100,000 to fund the first year of the project. TSC is the largest rural lifestyle retailer in the U.S.

Kristy Meyer2022-02-16T14:32:58-05:00

Students Celebrate Agriculture and Leadership Around the Country

INDIANAPOLIS (Wednesday, Feb. 16, 2022/National FFA Organization) – Agriculture is part of our daily lives—from the food we eat to the clothes we wear. Next week, more than 735,000 FFA members across the country will share the story of agriculture as part of National FFA Week.

Kristy Meyer2022-02-14T08:53:22-05:00

National FFA and Syngenta partner for inaugural Executive in Residence

INDIANAPOLIS (Monday, Feb. 14, 2022/National FFA Organization) – The National FFA Organization is partnering with Syngenta to lay the foundation for a national equity, diversity and inclusion strategy.

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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