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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 1,027,273 student members aged 12-21 in more than 9,235 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 Meyer2025-05-09T07:49:19-04:00

Microsoft and FFA Help Students Learn About Technology

Microsoft Corp. and the National FFA Organization on Wednesday announced the national expansion of FarmBeats for Students, a cutting-edge educational program integrating smart sensors, data science and artificial intelligence (AI) to teach precision agriculture in classrooms.

Kristy Meyer2025-04-01T09:37:18-04:00

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National FFA Partners with Affinity

The National FFA Organization today announced a new strategic partnership with Affinity to enhance its trademark licensing program.

Kristy Meyer2025-03-20T11:58:14-04:00

Give FFA Day Exceeds Goal

The National FFA Organization is proud to announce that its more than one million members, alumni and supporters raised more than $1.6 million as part of the 10th Annual Give FFA Day during National FFA Week in February.

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New FFA Board Chair and National FFA Advisor; and Executive Secretary Named

INDIANAPOLIS (Friday, Nov. 15, 2019/National FFA Organization). The National Council for Agricultural Education (The Council) today named Dr. James Woodard the Director of Agricultural Education, FFA Board Chair and National FFA Advisor.

FFA2019-11-26T13:14:23-05:00

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2019-20 National FFA Officer Team Elected at the 92nd National FFA Convention & Expo

INDIANAPOLIS (Saturday, Nov. 2, 2019/National FFA Organization) – Students from Montana, Virginia, Puerto Rico, New Mexico, Oregon and Ohio have been elected by delegates throughout the United States to serve on the 2019-20 National FFA Officer team.

FFA2019-11-26T13:15:43-05:00

Notice: Exhibitor Tests Positive for Mumps; Convention Activities to Continue as Scheduled

INDIANAPOLIS (Friday, Nov. 1, 2019/National FFA Organization) – The Indiana State Department of Health and Marion County Public Health Department have notified the National FFA Organization ...

FFA2019-11-26T13:16:33-05:00

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National FFA Organization Names California Resident 2019 Star Farmer

INDIANAPOLIS (Friday, Nov. 1, 2019/National FFA Organization) – Most of America’s farms are located in Midwestern states like Iowa and Kansas, but California is host to its fair share of farmers as well – including Willis Wolf, member of the Merced – El Capitan FFA Chapter.

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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