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A Legacy of Service: Brad Etheridge

For former Williston FFA member Brad Etheridge, service is the heart of the blue corduroy jacket.

By Annabelle Whitehurst|2025-10-26T13:24:05-04:00October 26th, 2025|Categories: FFA in the USA|Tags: Brad Etheridge, FFA motto, Florida, florida ffa, living to serve, Southern Region, Williston FFA|

Living to Serve: Emily Morgan’s Journey From Barn to Classroom

From showing goats to shaping young minds, Emily Morgan’s story reflects a life rooted in service and growth.

By Gabriella Ramirez|2025-10-24T11:36:38-04:00October 24th, 2025|Categories: FFA in the USA|Tags: advisor, Florida, florida ffa, living to serve, miami, Southern Region|

It’s All in the Details

Alumni Landon Sutton continues to embody “Living to Serve” by inspiring Clewiston Christian FFA members through creativity, determination and lifelong dedication.

By Bristol Rives|2025-10-10T12:18:48-04:00October 10th, 2025|Categories: FFA in the USA|Tags: Clewiston Christian FFA alumni, Clewiston Christian School, Clewiston Christian School FFA, Florida, florida ffa, Honorary FFA member, living to serve, Southern Region|

Florida Equine Program Saddles Up Success

From the foaling barn to the sales ring, North Marion High School FFA members are gaining real-world, industry-focused skills.

By Katie Navarra|2025-10-10T09:52:45-04:00October 10th, 2025|Categories: Chapter Focus, FFA New Horizons, The Feed|Tags: career pathways, career readiness, equine science, florida ffa, hands-on learning, horse breeding, North Marion Equine Program|

FFA Experiences Lead to a Cattle-Focused Future

Gina Tran found her footing in agriculture through competitive events, internships and meaningful conversations.

By Jodi Helmer|2025-05-09T09:57:46-04:00May 9th, 2025|Categories: Alumni Focus, FFA New Horizons, The Feed|Tags: cattle ranching, florida ffa, Gina Tran, herding her story podcast, University FFA, Women in Agriculture|

Taking Flight With the Blue Angels

Advisor Austin Courson’s commitment to agriculture earns him a once-in-a-lifetime ride in a naval aircraft.

By Renee Mulvihill|2024-11-29T08:52:07-05:00November 29th, 2024|Categories: Advisors, Alumni Focus, FFA New Horizons, The Feed|Tags: agricultural education, austin courson, blue angels, florida ffa, j.m. tate high school, key influence rider|

“An Experience Like No Other” Inspires Service and Sparks Joy

Hope Storter is transforming lives through service in the Winter Strawberry Capital of the World.

By Nicole Ward Beckley|2024-07-11T11:01:43-04:00May 30th, 2024|Categories: The Feed, WLC|Tags: florida ffa, living to serve, Living To Serve Plan, Washington D.C., wlc|

A Mid-Year Road Report From the National Officers

During their year of service, the 2023-24 team has traveled across the country and met FFA members, advisors, alumni and supporters from all walks of life. Here are their takeaways.