Illinois

This award-winning Illinois middle school FFA chapter shares successful events and activities from the past year.

Growing into a jacket with endless opportunities to come, while becoming part of something bigger than yourself.

What began as a blue corduroy jacket quickly became a symbol of leadership, service and growth for Greenville FFA member Addilyn Obermark.

Mila Zink, a 2025-2026 FFA in the USA Reporter, shares her inspiring story, proving that everyone has a place in FFA.

This article shares my journey of finding my own identity in FFA, overcoming the pressure of comparison and growing into a leader who hopes to inspire and support others.

Drew Groezinger learned skills through FFA and 4-H that expanded into a successful business: Clara Joyce Flowers.

A warning brought two EF-1 tornadoes to Clinton County, Ill., sparing many homes but damaging crops and farmland. Explore tips for farmers on recovery and storm preparedness.

Believe it or not, FFA members and county fair queens have a lot in common! Paris Van Dyke and Jordyn Fourez share how FFA impacted their fair queen experience.

FFA equipped this Illinois alum with skills and experiences that will benefit him as he pursues a career as a farmer and firefighter.

Gillespie FFA members in Illinois show success in parliamentary procedure and ag mechanics through teamwork, leadership and skill development.

The ROWVA FFA Toy Show in Illinois unites a community, builds student leadership and continues a 33-year tradition.

Justin Myers is taking "Doing to Learn" to another level through his SAEs.