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Aidan Yaddof Finds Passion Through FFA
https://www.ffa.org/ffa-in-the-usa/aidan-yaddof-finds-passion-through-ffa/
Aidan Yaddof, a junior with Calamus-Wheatland FFA in Iowa, releases pheasants to improve the population.
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Grace Hipkins Recycles Pumpkins to Bring Joy to Elementary Students
https://www.ffa.org/ffa-in-the-usa/grace-hipkins-pumpkins-joy-students/
This Calamus-Wheatland FFA member from Iowa found a creative way to give back to those in her community and learn something new.
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Lauren Schroeder Donates Over $30,000 Back to Midwest Communities
https://www.ffa.org/ffa-in-the-usa/lauren-schroeder-donates-over-30000-back-to-midwest-communities/
Lauren Schroeder is a senior FFA member at Calamus-Wheatland and has raised and donated over $25,000 worth of fresh produce to 11
nonprofits in eastern Iowa and western Illinois.
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National FFA Chorus Was an “Excellent Experience” for Iowa’s Evan Keppy
https://www.ffa.org/ffa-in-the-usa/national-choir-excellent-experience-evan-keppy/
Learn about this one-of-a-kind experience offered to members as part of the National FFA Convention & Expo.
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FFA Event Raises $5,000 for Alumni Chapter
https://www.ffa.org/ffa-in-the-usa/ffa-event-raises-5000-for-alumni-chapter/
The Calamus-Wheatland Alumni Chapter hosted its first steak dinner and auction event to raise money for its local chapter.
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How This Calamus-Wheatland FFA Team Prepared To Compete at State
https://www.ffa.org/ffa-in-the-usa/how-calamus-wheatlands-experience-the-action-team-prepared-to-compete-at-state/
Last March, the Calamus-Wheatland Experience the Action Team won first place at the Southeast District Convention and advanced to the Iowa State FFA Convention.
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Top Five Most Powerful State Officer Experiences
https://www.ffa.org/ffa-in-the-usa/top-five-most-powerful-state-officer-experiences/
If you're interested in running for state FFA office, here are five experiences that could shape your year of service.
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Wilton Senior Turns Passion for the Outdoors Into Award-Winning Taxidermy SAE
https://www.ffa.org/ffa-in-the-usa/wilton-senior-turns-passion-for-the-outdoors-into-award-winning-taxidermy-sae/
For Wilton High School senior Lexi Henning, what began as a childhood fascination with the outdoors has evolved into a highly skilled Supervised Agricultural Experience focused on professional taxidermy work.
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Molly Mose Cultivates Success Through a Dahlia Venture
https://www.ffa.org/ffa-in-the-usa/molly-mose-cultivates-success-through-a-dahlia-venture/
This North Scott FFA member from Iowa is growing flowers and valuable life skills that will prepare her for the future.
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Lei-ing a Legacy: Hawai’i FFA Member’s SAE Project Takes Root
https://www.ffa.org/ffa-in-the-usa/leiing-a-legacy-hawaii-ffa-member-sae-project-takes-root/
Kenneth Matsuda has a unique SAE project: a lei garden, which focuses on spreading Hawaiian culture throughout his community.
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Ellis Rogers Thrives in Veterinary Science
https://www.ffa.org/ffa-in-the-usa/ellis-rogers-thrives-in-veterinary-science/
Through her SAE, Williamsfield FFA Member Ellis Rogers is gaining real-world experience in veterinary science.
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Williamsfield’s Ag Day Celebrates the Community and Agriculture
https://www.ffa.org/ffa-in-the-usa/williamsfields-ag-day-a-growing-celebration-of-community-and-agriculture/
Ag Day unites Williamsfield through volunteerism, celebrating agriculture with community activities and FFA leadership.
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Living to Serve Through Community Commitment
https://www.ffa.org/ffa-in-the-usa/knoxville-ffa-chapter-living-to-serve-through-community-commitment/
Knoxville FFA Chapter enhances the community through service projects, fostering responsibility and giving back.
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The Heart of FFA: Williamsfield Alumni Chapter Builds Futures
https://www.ffa.org/ffa-in-the-usa/the-heart-of-ffa-williamsfield-alumni-building-futures/
Leaders in this Illinois community aim to empower members through service, scholarship, mentorship and collaborative projects.
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Digging into Success: Williamsfield’s Land Use Team Prepares to Compete
https://www.ffa.org/ffa-in-the-usa/digging-into-success-williamsfields-land-use-team-prepares-to-compete/
Williamsfield FFA’s Land Use team prepares for national success through hands-on soil training.
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West Central FFA Tractor Pull: A Legacy of Horsepower, Community and Dedication
https://www.ffa.org/ffa-in-the-usa/west-central-ffa-tractor-pull-a-legacy-of-horsepower-community-and-dedication/
This Illinois chapter’s annual event unites the community and fuels student opportunities through tradition.
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Living to Serve: Joanie Stiers’ Lasting Impact on Williamsfield FFA
https://www.ffa.org/ffa-in-the-usa/living-to-serve-joanie-stiers-lasting-impact-on-williamsfield-ffa/
Joanie Stiers exemplifies “Living to Serve” through mentoring FFA members, organizing events and improving her community.
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From Grandpa’s Tractor to Big Dreams: Trent Stiers’ Journey in Farm Mechanics
https://www.ffa.org/ffa-in-the-usa/from-grandpas-tractor-to-big-dreams-trent-stiers-journey-in-farm-mechanics/
Learning from his grandfather, Trent Stiers has mastered farm equipment repair, welding, and operation in his SAE Project
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Mason Duke Finds His Path Through an SAE
https://www.ffa.org/ffa-in-the-usa/mason-duke-finds-his-path-through-his-sae/
What started out as a playing a simple video game led to real-world experiences that helped this Tennessee FFA member develop a passion.
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Cultivating Tomorrow in Tennessee
https://www.ffa.org/ffa-in-the-usa/future-farmer-conference-tennessee/
Tennessee FFA is shaping the future of production agriculture with its inaugural Future Farmers Conference.
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Future Harvest: Cultivating a Life of Service in Agriculture
https://www.ffa.org/ffa-in-the-usa/future-harvest-cultivating-a-life-of-service-in-agriculture/
Sophia Stutts, a sophomore at Huntland High School in Tennessee, is inspiring the next generation through her agricultural advocacy project.
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Cultivating Connections: The 2025 Tennessee FFA Goodwill Tour
https://www.ffa.org/ffa-in-the-usa/cultivating-connections-the-2025-tennessee-ffa-goodwill-tour/
This statewide tour featured 25 visits as well as connecting with industry leaders, legislators and farmers across Tennessee.
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Exploring Global Agriculture: The International Leadership Seminar for State Officers
https://www.ffa.org/ffa-in-the-usa/exploring-global-agriculture-the-international-leadership-seminar-for-state-officers/
Discover how this program gave state officers a global perspective on agriculture through an immersive experience in Spain and Portugal.
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Ari Mota Named Tennessee FFA State Reporter
https://www.ffa.org/ffa-in-the-usa/ari-mota-named-2025-2026-tennessee-ffa-state-reporter/
Ari Mota, a senior at Stewarts Creek High School, was named the 2025-26 Tennessee FFA state reporter.
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Going Above and Beyond: The Legacy of Jessica Ross at Hendersonville High School
https://www.ffa.org/ffa-in-the-usa/going-above-and-beyond-the-legacy-of-jessica-ross-at-hendersonville-high-school/
An agriculture educator at Hendersonville High School, Jessica Ross has a heart for service and a passion for growth.
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