Southern Region

Whether serving as a farmer, legislator or now as Tennessee’s Commissioner of Agriculture, the most rewarding part of Holt’s work remains the same: helping people.

Read how agricultural education programs build adaptability, business skills and global leadership, according to MSU’s Dr. O.P. McCubbins.⁠

From self-doubt to leadership, Curtis Hall, Jr. reflects on how FFA shaped his journey, gave him purpose and inspired him to uplift others.

Members and guests celebrated the year by gathering on Friday, May 15, 2026. We began our meeting with opening ceremonies and proceeded to the meal.

Throughout this year, I wrote stories about the people in my chapter, community and state. Now it's time to hear about my FFA journey.

Many think FFA ends with a high school diploma, but the lessons, memories and skills learned in FFA last a lifetime.

An honest reflection on being a minority member in National FFA Organization, overcoming feelings of exclusion, finding confidence through agriculture, and why representation matters for the future of FFA and agriculture.

The Benton County FFA Chapter in Mississippi gives students the chance to put their learning into action through a variety of hands-on projects.

From family struggles to faith and viral storytelling, one FFA member shares the journey that shaped his purpose.

Learn how FFA led to leadership, to growth and to spark a career interest with the National FFA Organization.

Delhi Charter FFA builds competition-ready skills through real-world leadership, communication and agricultural experiences.

Lila Chrisite shares how her time in leadership training through FFA prepared her to succeed in college and beyond.