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Rooted in Resilience: A First-Generation Farmer Is Defeating All Odds
https://www.ffa.org/ffa-in-the-usa/rooted-in-resilience-first-generation-farmer-defeating-all-odds/
Learn about Daniel Williams’ journey and hardships as a first-generation farmer in Johnston County, N.C.
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All Creatures Great and Small
https://www.ffa.org/ffa-in-the-usa/all-creatures-great-and-small/
La Crosse Elementary students visited the Mecklenburg County High School barn, where chapter officers hosted an immersive petting zoo experience.
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Southern Maine FFA Members Workshop
https://www.ffa.org/ffa-in-the-usa/southernmaineworkshop/
FFA Members from southern Maine gather for a workshop, including everything from developing your program of activities to jeopardy.
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The Role and Influence of an FFA Advisor on Student Success
https://www.ffa.org/ffa-in-the-usa/the-influence-of-ffa-advisor-on-student-success/
Creating a program she never had, Rachael Dunaway transforms Rome High FFA into a thriving chapter, while strengthening student success.
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Living in the Jacket: How Carlene Gilliam Turned Her FFA Experience Into a Platform for Storytelling
https://www.ffa.org/ffa-in-the-usa/living-in-the-jacket-how-carlene-gilliam-turned-her-ffa-experience-into-a-platform-for-storytelling/
This Liberty Bedford High School FFA member from Virginia followed her passions and created a podcast to inspire others.
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The Fields That Built the Festivities
https://www.ffa.org/ffa-in-the-usa/agriculturalfestivities/
Explore how farmers shape every fall and holiday tradition, from pumpkins and Thanksgiving turkeys, to Christmas evergreens and agritourism.
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Growing Connections: The Wamogo FFA Chapter’s Open House Welcomes Community and State Ag Leaders
https://www.ffa.org/ffa-in-the-usa/growing-connections-wamogo-ffas-open-house-welcomes-community-and-state-ag-leaders/
This Connecticut chapter opened its doors and invited prospective students to take a look at what the agriscience program has to offer.
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Nixa High School FFA Is Bringing Agriculture to Future Generations
https://www.ffa.org/ffa-in-the-usa/nixa-highschool-ffa-is-bringing-agriculture-to-future-generations/
See how this Missouri FFA chapter is using Ag Ed on the Move to showcase agriculture to local elementary students.
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A Fifth-Generation Future: How Legacy and Precision Guide Jamie Dean Atkins
https://www.ffa.org/ffa-in-the-usa/a-fifth-generation-future-how-legacy-and-precision-guide-jamie-dean-atkins/
For this Mississippi farmer, “God has really blessed me with this opportunity, and I’m going to make the most of what the good Lord blesses me with.”
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Rising Leaders: Freshmen and Sophomores Build Skills at the Junior Leadership Conference
https://www.ffa.org/ffa-in-the-usa/rising-leaders-freshmen-and-sophomores-build-skills-at-the-junior-leadership-conference/
Connecticut FFA hosted this annual conference to introduce FFA to freshman and sophomores as they learn to become future leaders.
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Dr. Larry Case: Local to National Hero
https://www.ffa.org/ffa-in-the-usa/dr-larry-case-local-to-national-hero/
This former National FFA advisor teaches us about the definition of luck and encourages FFA members to expand their knowledge.
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The Power of Collaboration
https://www.ffa.org/ffa-in-the-usa/the-power-of-collaboration/
Ripley FFA in Tennessee collaborates with other groups to combine its shared values of leadership and service to make a bigger impact.
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Eastern View FFA Showcases Leadership Through Floral Design
https://www.ffa.org/ffa-in-the-usa/eastern-view-ffa-showcases-leadership-through-floral-design/
Virginia FFA members collaborate with the Culpeper Technical Education Center to teach a floral design class to the community.
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Oklahoma Roots, National Reach: Trey Myers’ Journey to National FFA Presidency
https://www.ffa.org/ffa-in-the-usa/oklahoma-roots-national-reach-trey-myers-journey-to-national-ffa-presidency/
From small town beginnings to serving as national FFA president, Trey Myers’ journey celebrates resilience, support and community.
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Serving Gratitude: The Bondurant FFA Chapter’s “Thankful for You” Breakfast to Staff
https://www.ffa.org/ffa-in-the-usa/serving-gratitude-bondurant-ffas-thankful-for-you-breakfast-to-staff/
A Kentucky middle school hosts its annual event to show appreciation to the dedicated teachers and staff.
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Two Chapters Become One: FFA Friendsgiving
https://www.ffa.org/ffa-in-the-usa/two-chapters-become-one-ffa-friendsgiving/
Two northern Kentucky chapters get together and celebrate their annual Friendsgiving event.
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T. Wayne Williams Steps Into National Office, Leading With Service and Community
https://www.ffa.org/ffa-in-the-usa/t-wayne-steps-into-national-office-leading-with-service-and-community/
The 2025-26 National FFA Southern Region Vice President conveys his inspiring FFA journey and memorable stories to fellow members on the Sow and Serve Podcast.
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Roswell ECHS Brings AgXplorer to ENMU-Roswell
https://www.ffa.org/ffa-in-the-usa/roswell-echs-brings-agxplorer-to-enmu-roswell/
Roswell ECHS FFA in New Mexico hosted its first AgXplorer event, allowing students to learn about agriculture-related careers.
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A Birthday to Remember: Marcellus FFA Gives the Gift of Celebration
https://www.ffa.org/ffa-in-the-usa/a-birthday-to-remember-marcellus-ffa-gives-the-gift-of-celebration/
Marcellus FFA birthday kits brought celebration to families in need. See how students partnered with the community to create a lasting impact.
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When Passion Meets Purpose
https://www.ffa.org/ffa-in-the-usa/when-passion-meets-purpose/
How Lindsey Rovenstine’s FFA experiences and love for animals shaped her journey to becoming an animal chiropractor.
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Every Day Is a Great Day: Citlali Calixto’s Journey as a First-Gen FFA Leader
https://www.ffa.org/ffa-in-the-usa/every-day-is-a-great-day-citlalis-journey-as-a-first-gen-ffa-leader/
Follow the inspiring journey of an FFA member who overcame doubt, found her voice and rose to leadership — proving that anyone can succeed in FFA, no matter your background.
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Beyond the Flag: Stories of a Former FFA in the USA Reporter
https://www.ffa.org/ffa-in-the-usa/beyond-the-flag-stories-of-a-former-ffa-in-the-usa-reporter/
An Illinois FFA member and former member of the FFA in the USA reporter cohort reflects on her time in the position and shares her experience.
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Showtime in the South: Building Skills and Leadership in the Ring
https://www.ffa.org/ffa-in-the-usa/showtime-in-the-south-building-skills-and-experience-through-the-cattle-in-the-cane-prospect-show/
The Cattle in the Cane prospect show highlighted youth livestock skills, leadership development and outstanding community support.
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Florida FFA Members Learn Livestock Lessons Every Day
https://www.ffa.org/the-feed/florida-ffa-members-learn-livestock-lessons-every-day/
This charter school provides hands-on opportunities for young people to become lifelong leaders and animal caretakers.
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Beyond the Blue and Gold
https://www.ffa.org/ffa-in-the-usa/beyond-the-blue-and-gold/
Exploring how the FFA experience shapes confidence, character, and lifelong skills showing that the lessons learned go far beyond the blue and gold of the iconic jacket.
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