From Grandpa’s 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
5 Steps to Superb Speeches: A Speaker’s Complete Guide
Illinois FFA member Sydney Kuergeleis shares her experiences in public speaking and her top tips for success in the CDE.
Clinton County, Illinois, Is Growing More Than Crops
Discover how agriculture and community thrive hand in hand in Illinois, inspiring generosity at every turn.
Once An Officer, Always in Service
Ben Arteman once served as an Illinois FFA State Officer. Now he supports members across the state in several different ways.
Lessons in Leadership
Illinois FFA Section 23 officers are "Living to Serve," with unique leadership development workshops.
Greg Knott Serves His Community, Chapter and Beyond
This FFA co-advisor and alumnus finds ways to stay connected and embody the FFA motto of “Living to Serve.”
Bureau Valley FFA: “Living to Serve” Its Community by Preserving Patriotism
Recognizing a need in its community, this Illinois chapter led a service project that consisted of collecting and replacing American flags.
Meet the Finalists: 2025 American Star in Agriscience
Watch: These four American Star finalists are competing for top honors in agriscience.
Meet the Finalists: 2025 American Star in Agricultural Placement
See why these four American Star Award finalists have the top agricultural placement SAEs in the nation.
Meet the Finalists: 2025 American Star in Agribusiness
Watch: It's all about agribusiness for these four 2025 American Star finalists.
