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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

2026-04-28T08:57:47-04:00

2026 Sponsors’ Board Announced

The National FFA Foundation recently announced its new 2026 Sponsors’ Board members. The board is made up of top corporate executives who wish to support agricultural education and the National FFA Organization.

2026-04-14T08:32:00-04:00

11th Annual Give FFA Day Empowers the Next Generation of Leaders

The National FFA Organization is proud to announce that members, alumni and supporters across the country raised more than $1.6 million during this year’s Give FFA Day on Thursday, February 26. Each of the 52 state associations participated, with supporters contributing thousands of individual gifts, demonstrating the nationwide impact and reach of the FFA community.

2026-04-09T12:26:12-04:00

CEO Scott Stump Inducted into AGR

Scott Stump, Chief Executive Officer of the National FFA Organization, was recently inducted into Purdue University's Alpha Gamma Rho chapter as an honorary member.

2022-08-16T16:04:10-04:00

FFA Membership Reaches All-Time High

INDIANAPOLIS (Tuesday, Aug. 16, 2022/National FFA Organization) – As the importance of agriculture continues to be a focus throughout the world, students around the country understand the vital role it plays in everyday life. No more is this more evident than in the growth of membership in the National FFA Organization.

2022-07-25T08:46:55-04:00

Students Gather to Ensure the Future of Agriculture

INDIANAPOLIS (Monday, July 25 2022/National FFA Organization) – This week, 45 FFA members will gather in Iowa to discuss how agriculture will play a pivotal role in their future. It’s all part of the New Century Farmer conference – an opportunity for FFA members who plan to remain in production agriculture to work on their secession plans for success.

2024-09-25T10:01:05-04:00

National FFA Names 2022 Star Finalists

INDIANAPOLIS (Wednesday, July 20, 2022/National FFA Organization) – The National FFA Organization has announced the 16 finalists for its 2022 top achievement awards: American Star Farmer, American Star in Agribusiness, American Star in Agricultural Placement and American Star in Agriscience.

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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