National FFA Archives

Monterey FFA Launches Student-Run Dog Grooming Business

Small animal science students turned a $5,000 grant from National FFA into a hands-on, learning to do experience.

By Mackenzie Vester|2026-01-20T12:46:10-05:00January 20th, 2026|Categories: FFA in the USA|Tags: FFA in the USA, Grant for Growing, Monterey FFA, National FFA, Southern Region, Tennessee, tractor supply company|

Ripon Christian FFA Blooms Into the National FFA Floriculture Champions

After a journey of hard work and dedication, Ripon Christian FFA Chapter’s Floriculture Team was crowned as the 2025 National Champions!

By Kate Cooper|2026-01-15T12:39:09-05:00January 15th, 2026|Categories: FFA in the USA|Tags: california, CDE, Champions, FFA in the USA, Floriculture, National FFA, Ripon Christian, Western Region|

Your Why: Unlocking Leadership Potential in the Blue Jacket

Learn all about the FFA "Why" and read some personal "Why" statements from National and State FFA Officers! Take this inspiration and guidance to craft your own purpose within the organization.

By Grace Schmidt|2026-01-20T15:30:06-05:00January 6th, 2026|Categories: FFA in the USA, FFA in the USA Email|Tags: Centra, central region, Indiana FFA, Michigan FFA, Montana FFA, National FFA, National Officers, New Mexico FFA, Past National Officers, State Officers, Why I'm A Member, wisconsin, Wisconsin FFA|

The Heart Behind the Harvest: Houston Parker

Houston Parker of the Carroll County FFA Chapter in Kentucky exemplifies the FFA motto of “Living to Serve” through every aspect of his life.

By Shelby Hillebrandt|2025-11-05T11:41:40-05:00November 5th, 2025|Categories: FFA in the USA|Tags: Carroll FFA, Eastern Region, FFA in the USA reporters, kentucky, Kentucky agriculture, National FFA|

Beyond a Spirit Week: FFA in One Word

Celebrate leadership, growth, and unity during National FFA Week—where passion for agriculture and community shines brighter than ever!

By Kolton Stolba|2025-02-18T12:52:03-05:00February 18th, 2025|Categories: FFA in the USA, The Feed|Tags: central region, FFA in the USA, FFA in the USA Reporter, ffa week, Missouri FFA, National FFA|

National FFA Chorus Was an “Excellent Experience” for Iowa’s Evan Keppy

Learn about this one-of-a-kind experience offered to members as part of the National FFA Convention & Expo.

By Natalie Schroeder|2025-01-28T11:59:15-05:00January 25th, 2025|Categories: FFA in the USA|Tags: central region, choir, Evan Keppy, Iowa FFA, National FFA, National FFA Chorus, north scott ffa|

Lauren Schroeder Donates Over $30,000 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.

By Natalie Schroeder|2024-12-12T15:52:40-05:00December 12th, 2024|Categories: FFA in the USA|Tags: Calamus-Wheatland, central region, garden, iowa, Lauren Schroeder, National FFA, sae, service-learning|

Fall/Winter 2024 Media Center

As you kick off a new school year, follow and engage with others in new ways through exploring the latest in agriculture media.

By Jessica Wesson|2024-08-02T10:21:07-04:00August 2nd, 2024|Categories: FFA New Horizons, The Feed|Tags: blue jacket frequency, carey portell, cruisin cowgirl, facebook group, instagram, media center, National FFA, National Officers, North Dakota FFA|

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.