Michigan FFA Foundation

We're so glad Charles is currently serving as our Board Chairperson!

What a fantastic two days at AgroExpo! It was great to see the Crops Management Contest students, cheer on our Tractor Driving contestants and talk with many of our supporters.

With the help of so many attendees and supporters, we raised $15,000 to support Michigan FFA!

In the words of AgroLiquid 's Troy Bancroft, "Never underestimate the power of a challenge. Remember to keep challenging yourselves and FFA members this year. You might be surprised with how much you can accomplish."

Stationed by the flag, reporting from sea to shining sea! We're proud two of the 140 FFA members named FFA in the USA Reporters call the Michigan FFA Association home. From September through May, Ryder and Dori will showcase the spirit and successes of FFA members, chapters and communities. Stay tuned for their insightful coverage, exclusively on FFA New Horizons online. https://www.ffa.org/news/

It's been a BIG week for our partner and friend Michigan Milk Producers Association! Congratulations on such an exciting partnership, bringing more value to Michigan farms and communities.

Today, in partnership with Dairy Distillery, we broke ground on America's lowest carbon dairy ethanol plant at our Constantine, Mich. facility. Thanks to all of our partners who were in attendance and for those who have helped make this project possible! Together, we're taking dairy to new heights!

Learn more: https://www.mimilk.com/groundbreaking-ceremony-marks-the-start-of-dairy-distillery-alliances-sustainable-biofuel-project/

U.S. Department of Agriculture Michigan Economic Development Corporation Village of Constantine, Michigan Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development - MDARD Steve Carra

Ten Michigan FFA chapters scored Tractor Supply Co. Grants for Growing which, nationwide, will invest $910,000 back into local agricultural education programs and FFA students. Congratulations Bad Axe FFA, Capac FFA, Lapeer County FFA, Milan FFA - Michigan, New Lothrop FFA Chapter, Ovid-Elsie FFA, Perry FFA, Ravenna FFA, Standish-Sterling FFA Chapter and Unionville-Sebewaing Area Agricultural Education and FFA!

Happy International Friendship day!

Life might mean a photo has some missing faces at times, but the blue jacket is definitely a place for building lifelong friendships like these! How many can you name?

We'd love to see your then & now pics in the comments.

Is still a thing? Regardless, this gem deserves it's own post!

Can you guess who? Bonus points if you know its vintage.

⛳️FORE!! Spending the day with great friends and supporters at the Michigan FFA Association/ Michigan Corn Golf Outing. Thanks to our generous Hole-in-One sponsors!

AG-1 Crop Solutions
Ag Pro Farm Service LLC
AgroExpo
The Arnesen Agency - Farm Bureau Insurance
Ayres-Oak Insurance Services
B&S Sales
BASF Agricultural Solutions
Bayer U.S. Crop Science
Best Veterinary Solutions, Inc.
Brevant seeds U.S.
Corteva Agriscience
The Poultry Cruiser
Leona Daniels and Ken Daniels
Dyna-Gro Seed
Eagle Valley Ag Risk Advisors
The Family Business Consulting Group
Gilbert Sales and Service
Gold Coast Sales,LLC
Golden Harvest Seeds
GreenMark Equipment
GTW Welding Supplies
Helena Agri-Enterprises
Herbruck's Poultry Ranch
Gabriel B. Holdwick, DDS
Hutson, Inc.
Hy-Line North America LLC
KSS Enterprises
Loveland Products
Michigan Agricultural Commodities
Michigan Association of Agriscience Educators
Michigan CAT
Michigan Pork Producers Association
MOO-ville Creamery in Nashville, MI
Nutrien Ag Solutions Michigan
Pioneer Seeds
Primerica
Rebecca and Michael Keenan
Shattuck Specialty Advertising
Simplot Grower Solutions
State Representative Graham Filler
State Representative Jerry Neyer
State Representative Sarah Lightner
Syngenta US
Ken Bollinger Family
Timac Agro USA
UPL Open Ag
Valent USA
Wilbur-Ellis
Wilson Heating, Cooling & Plumbing
Zeeland Farm Services, Inc. (ZFS)
ZFS Ithaca

Join us tomorrow, July 23 from noon-1 p.m. for the Historical Society of Michigan History Hounds virtual presentation on Michigan FFA Association and National FFA Organization history! Even seasoned FFA buffs will learn something new. https://hsmichigan.org/deeds-not-words-history-future-farmers-america

A festival of meat for 25? Don't mind if we do!

Bid high and bid often to support Michigan FFA Alumni.

Festival of Meat for 25 People Invite 24 of your closest friends for a tantalizing culinary experience! At least 10 different types of marinated meat, grilled vegetables and bread will be prepared at a Lower Peninsula location of your choice. You provide the grill and the drinks, and we'll bring the rest of the party. Value: $750...

This Business and Industry tour day will be wrapped up after Michigan FFA Association spends some time selling raffle tickets to support the organization at the Michigan Livestock Expo Salebration. If you’re there, come find us; if you’re not, talk to your local FFA Chapter to purchase yours!

Rounded out a great day of Michigan FFA Association Business and Industry tours at Van Gilder Commodities!

Huge thanks to Welden Farms for hosting our Michigan FFA Association Business and Industry tour for lunch and a tour!

Business & Industry tour with Michigan FFA Association had a great visit with Clemens Food Group, including an unexpected chat with leadership (CEO & Senior Vice President) and Rep Tim Walberg!

Had a great kick off to the Michigan FFA Association Business and Industry Tour yesterday with our friends at Consumers Energy and Sanford Family Beef. We learned the basics of professional interactions with stakeholders and table etiquette while also building our understanding of Michigan agriculture, food and natural resources.

Looking forward to another jam-packed day!

Student: "What's your biggest advice for FFA members?"

Cindy Mulert: "Failure and mistakes are part of growth. No one is perfect, and we usually learn more from our mistakes. They help us grow into who we're meant to be."

Fantastic words for us all to live by from one of our Michigan FFA Foundation board members and 23-year member of the GreenStone Farm Credit Services team! Thank you for your support of the Michigan FFA Association State Leadership Conference for Chapter Officers.

Loved our visit with Star of the West Milling Company! We learned so much about Michigan white winter wheat, the milling process, foreign and domestic markets and sustainability. Talk about GOAT. 🐐 (See what we did there?!)

Had a great morning with Cathy Wilson from Consumers Energy at our State Leadership Conference for State and Regional Officers! So thankful for Cathy's and Consumer's continued investment in agricultural education and leadership development.

Want to support the Michigan FFA Alumni while also scoring some great gear, gifts and grilled meat? Check out the Michigan FFA Alumni Online Auction!

Michigan State FFA Alumni Association Benefit Online Auction The Michigan FFA Alumni is once again holding an online auction of new items donated by various businesses and individuals to raise money to support Agriculture Food and Natural Resources Education and the FFA. The funds raised are used for scholarships to attend the Washington Leadership Conference...

Happy National Joke Day from the "dad joke" OGs, our ag teachers!

⛳FORE!!!

Our golf outing is just around the corner. Whether you're Jack Nicklaus or a windmill putt-putt master, we'd love to see you on July 24!

Spots are limited, so register today. https://micorn.org/events/event/mcga-and-ffa-4th-annual-golf-outing-and-fundraiser

Living. To. Serve.

Our 2024 Michigan Washington Leadership Conference attendees are wrapping up their life-changing week, learning and embracing servant leadership with other young leaders from across the country.

Thanks to AgroLiquid and Miller Amish Country Poultry for making this experience possible for over 50 Michigan FFA Association members!

Did you miss our newsletter? Read more about Agricultural Skills Contests, Fowlerville FFA, Josh Fruchey of Blissfield FFA - Michigan, our golf outing with Michigan Corn and so much more!
https://conta.cc/3RuqYQS

Want to know what's better than welcoming new, outstanding Michigan FFA Association State Officers? Welcoming them with great friends!

A HUGE thank you to Miller Amish Country Poultry for spending time with us today and investing in our 8,800 Michigan FFA members.

It was our pleasure to host a road rally for our agricultural educators and FFA advisors this week. Fun, shenanigans and laughs were had by all. Michigan Association of Agriscience Educators Michigan FFA Association

Thanks to Consumers Energy, Techmark, Inc., Herbruck's Poultry Ranch, Crystal Flash and DF Seeds for the outstanding prizes!

Looking for a quick, easy way to support the Michigan FFA Association? Help sponsor our Michigan FFA Foundation Hole-in-One Contest at the FFA/ Michigan Corn Golf Outing. Just take two minutes to complete the online form, send us your logo and a check.

Organizations, businesses and individuals can all make a difference in the lives of FFA members through this sponsorship.

Thanks to Nutrien Ag Solutions, AG-1 Crop Solutions, The Family Business Consulting Group, AgroExpo, Michigan Pork Producers Association, Syngenta US and Valent USA for already jumping onboard!

https://forms.office.com/r/QEWt6NcHMn

With only eight slots available, start chatting with your administrators today!

Save the date! The Michigan FFA Alumni & Friends will be taking registrations for their annual National FFA Convention Experience Trip, which will take place during the 97th National FFA Convention & Expo, Oct 23-24 in Indianapolis.

This opportunity is designed for school administrators, counselors, board members, or supporters to learn more about how FFA can impact the lives of students while they participate in the largest event the National FFA Organization has to offer.

The schedule includes exploring the National FFA Career Show & Shopping Mall, having dinner with the Michigan FFA State Officer Team and staff, attending the opening session of the convention, enjoying time with their local FFA chapter during breakfast or lunch, and watching the second general convention session.

For more information, please contact Lance Fowler at [email protected]

It's always a great day to meet with great friends! Did you know Star of the West Milling Company has been in business over 150 years and has 32 facilities in six states? They love their employees, communities and FFA.

Thanks to Michigan Farm Bureau for their recognition and support of the Michigan FFA Association and 2023-2024 National FFA President Amara Jackson. Thank you for growing today for a better tomorrow through your investment in FFA.