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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 1,053,847 student members aged 12-21 in more than 9,591 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 Meyer2026-11-02T09:04:27-05:00

National FFA Honors Outstanding Alumni and Supporters with Awards

National FFA Alumni and Supporters honored four groups from across the country with awards during the 99th National FFA Convention & Expo. These awards are for Chapter and State organizations.

Kristy Meyer2026-10-26T09:55:22-04:00

99th National FFA Convention & Expo Brings Nearly 73,000 to Indianapolis, Setting the Stage for the 100th in 2027

INDIANAPOLIS (Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026/National FFA Organization) - The 99th National FFA Convention & Expo welcomed 72,907 FFA members, advisors and supporters to Indianapolis this week for four days of celebrating achievements, exploring careers and serving the host community. This year’s theme, “Evolve, Engage and Empower,” reflected an organization that has grown alongside agriculture for nearly a century and now includes more than 1.05 million student members.

Kristy Meyer2026-10-26T09:47:04-04:00

2026-27 National FFA Officer Team Elected

INDIANAPOLIS (Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026/National FFA Organization) – The 2026-27 National FFA Officer Team was elected today during the final session of the 99th National FFA Convention & Expo in Indianapolis.

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National FFA Organization and MANRRS Sign MOU

INDIANAPOLIS (Friday, Aug. 4, 2023/National FFA Organization) – The National FFA Organization and Minorities in Agriculture, Natural Resources, and Related Science (MANRRS) recently signed a memorandum of understanding to create a formative alliance with the shared goal of growing diversity, equity and inclusion in the industry of agriculture.

Kristy Meyer2023-07-27T12:25:40-04:00

National FFA Alumni Participate in New Century Farmer Conference

INDIANAPOLIS (Monday, July 24, 2023/National FFA Organization) – An elite group of 43 FFA Alumni, between the ages of 18-24, from 21 states across the country were selected to attend the New Century Farmer Conference, taking place July 23-27 in Des Moines, Iowa.

Kristy Meyer2024-09-25T09:59:20-04:00

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2023 American Star Finalists

INDIANAPOLIS (Wednesday, July 19, 2023/National FFA Organization) – The National FFA Organization has announced the 16 finalists for its 2023 top achievement awards: American Star Farmer, American Star in Agribusiness, American Star in Agricultural Placement and American Star in Agriscience.

Kristy Meyer2023-06-27T14:08:12-04:00

FFA Members Prepare for Careers in Power, Structure, Technical Pathways

INDIANAPOLIS (Tuesday, June 27, 2023/National FFA Organization) – National FFA has developed Next Gen Conferences to give students the opportunity to explore a variety of career paths before they graduate high school.

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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