National FFA Organization

FFA community starts it all, and transforming that community into an FFA Alumni family allows it to truly thrive. We offer fantastic alumni grants to help build and grow your FFA Alumni community, and the final deadline for 2024 is approaching fast!

Apply by Sunday, Sept. 1, for a chance to receive a $1,000 or $2,500 Legacy Grant funded by Tractor Supply Co., or a $5,000 Give Back to Your Roots Grant, funded by Nutrien Ag Solutions. ➡ https://ffa.pub/4d1cPDJ

🔹 Legacy Grant: Start a new alumni and supporters chapter, improve an existing one, or create opportunities for partnership between FFA chapters and alumni/supporters.

🔹 Give Back to Your Roots Grant: Cover student chapter affiliation fees, support plant science-based educational opportunities, or purchase supplies and materials for your local chapter.

It’s that time of year again!
We’re ready to celebrate all 4,805 FFA members who will receive their American FFA Degree this October! 🌟 This milestone is a testament to years of hard work, dedication, and passion for agriculture. Huge congrats to all the candidates—you’ve earned it! 💛💙🎉
Click the link to view a full list of recipients 🔗 https://ffa.pub/3AzN8LS

Three exciting Next Gen Conferences are coming in 2025:
🌿 Plant Systems: Orlando, FL | March 4-8
📚 Agricultural Education: Pennsylvania | June 24-28
💻 Emerging Technology: Fargo, ND | Sept. 9-13

These applications are now OPEN! Mark your calendars and join us! 📅
🔗https://ffa.pub/3wCJDmy

We're looking for dedicated Room Hosts for two exciting opportunities:

Agriscience Fair Awards: Welcome judges and national finalists to their online interviews. Guide them through the process and manage interviews via Zoom. All done from your own workspace!
Proficiency Awards: Play a crucial role in the selection of proficiency award winners. Orient judges and finalists, run the interviews, and do it all from your office!

📅 Registration closes soon on August 16.

👉 Register for Agriscience Fair: https://ffa.pub/4dB51bv
👉 Register for Proficiency Awards: https://ffa.pub/3AdQAM1

Don’t miss out on this chance to contribute to these prestigious awards! 💪✨

Very excited about this new initiative, go check it out! 🌌

The Institute of Competition Sciences is proud to announce our partnership with National FFA Organization — making the Plant The Moon Challenge the first ever Endorsed FFA Activity!

We can't wait to see the unique perspectives and skills FFA members bring to the PTMC. 🌱

Learn more about our common goal of growing students’ interest in STEM and agriculture, the National FFA Organization, and the Challenge: https://buff.ly/3SNX5Mf

North Pole FFA member Liam Wade is dedicated to strengthening Alaskan agriculture. He’s leading innovative hydroponic projects to grow fresh produce year-round, aiming to reduce food insecurity and dependence on imports.🥬🌟 Discover Liam’s inspiring journey and the potential of hydroponics in Alaska:

🔗 https://ffa.pub/3zWH1kv

Congratulations to all the recipients of this year's Honorary FFA Awards! 🎉
We can't wait to celebrate your valuable contributions at the 97th National FFA Convention & Expo!

Find the full list of recipients here⬇
https://www.ffa.org/participate/awards/honorary-awards/

&Expo

Attention Southern Region FFA Alumni and Supporters! 🌟📢
We're seeking a dedicated representative to join the National FFA Alumni and Supporters Advisory Committee. This three-year leadership opportunity will let you:

🌐 Expand your professional network
💡 Provide ideas and feedback to National FFA
✈️ Travel to the National FFA Ag Ed In-service and National FFA Convention & Expo

Interested? Apply here: https://ffa.pub/4do29i9
Completed applications should be emailed to [email protected] by Sunday, Sept. 1.

The Fall/Winter 2024 issue of FFA New Horizons is hitting mailboxes now! Stay tuned for exclusive stories, inspiring member highlights, the latest in agricultural education and much more.

Digital version 🔗👉 https://www.calameo.com/books/005107524ea43d096e7ce

Don't miss the Shop FFA 2024 Look Book featured in both the print and digital versions of the magazine! Another great issue is here -- get ready to be inspired!

Congratulations to the 2024 Agriscience Fair, National Chapter, and Proficiency Finalists! 💙💛🎉

Please find the list of all the 2024 finalists at the links below 🔗 👇
2024 National FFA Agriscience Fair Finalists ➡ https://ffa.pub/3SCV7Oy
2024 Agricultural Proficiency Finalists ➡ https://ffa.pub/3yxl8YL
2024 National Chapter Finalists ➡ https://ffa.pub/3AfLwHh

The excitement from is still buzzing in our minds! 🎉
We’re counting down the days until the gavel drops at the 97th National FFA Convention & Expo. Our National FFA Eastern Region Vice President, Morgan Anderson, had a blast visiting Oklahoma and Rhode Island, and now we’re ready to see everyone this October! 🌟🚀

Planning to attend the 97th National FFA Convention & Expo but worried about travel costs? We've got you covered! Apply now for a travel assistance grant and make your journey to this incredible event a reality.

📅 Deadline: Friday, Aug. 30
📌 Learn more and apply here: https://ffa.pub/46l8gkM

In October 2023, McKenzie Souder from Denmark FFA in Georgia excelled in the updated veterinary science career development event (CDE) at the National FFA Convention & Expo. "I learned so much from this CDE," McKenzie shared. "It has taught me that going into the field of veterinary medicine is exactly what I want to do."

To keep supporting youth like McKenzie, National FFA is evolving our programs and experiences to better prepare members for successful careers. Your support helps us update these programs and ensure members gain vital skills.

Join us in investing in the future of agriculture. Your donation will help us cultivate tomorrow's leaders. ➡️ https://ffa.pub/46uNP54

During the 2024 total solar eclipse, Jason Gruber, a 2024 Stockbridge High School graduate and FFA alumnus, led a team to launch a cube satellite and high-altitude balloon, capturing data to explore how eclipses affect crops.🌟🚀🌑

Jason’s innovative research is bridging space and agriculture in groundbreaking ways. His journey highlights the power of FFA and project-based learning in shaping future leaders.

Dive into Jason’s inspiring story and see how he’s reaching for the stars:
🔗 https://ffa.pub/4c78MEk

Highlighting ! National FFA President Amara Jackson had an amazing time connecting with members during the Washington State Convention. 💙💛
The excitement is building as we get closer to the 97th National FFA Convention & Expo! Let’s keep the momentum going and get ready for an unforgettable experience! 🚀

Congratulations to our bright stars who are now one step closer to achieving their dreams. 🌟

Our members do incredible things, and we are fortunate to have the opportunity to support them every step of the way. Visit the links below to view the full list of the 2024 Recipients. 🔗

⬇Grants for Growing
https://ffa.pub/4c8FlSo

⬇Yearlong Living to Serve
https://ffa.pub/46y2Yms

Phillip Jungman’s journey started in third grade with a passion for marksmanship. His dedication paid off, leading him to compete in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics and serve as a staff sergeant in the elite U.S. Army Marksmanship Unit.🏅

Join us in celebrating Phillip’s incredible story, from his beginnings in Caldwell FFA to representing our country on the world stage. His journey is a testament to the power of persistence and the values instilled by FFA.

Check out the full story here: https://ffa.pub/4cWR87w

📣🎉 Announcing the 2024-25 FFA in the USA Reporters! 🎉📣
Congrats to the nearly 140 FFA members chosen to share their chapters' spirit and successes nationwide. From September to May, follow their exclusive coverage on FFA New Horizons online! 🌟
🔗 https://www.ffa.org/news/

Planning to take your chapter to the 97th National FFA Convention & Expo but worried about costs? We've got you covered! 💙💛
Apply now for a travel assistance grant.
Find out more information here: https://ffa.pub/46l8gkM
The deadline for applications is Friday, Aug. 30. Don't miss out!

Did you know FFA New Horizons is more than just a magazine? It’s a vital connection for the blue and gold community, reflecting over 70 years of agricultural evolution and FFA milestones. 📖🌟

Check out this article for 8 fascinating facts about FFA New Horizons!
🔗https://ffa.pub/3YgEk7G

At just 18, Cole Pruitt has made history as the first St. Joseph-Ogden FFA member in 40 years to win an Illinois FFA Association state proficiency award! 🚜🏆

From turning a part-time job into a standout SAE project to pursuing dual passions in agriculture and firefighting, Cole’s dedication and hard work are truly inspiring. His journey shows that with ambition and perseverance, anything is possible.
Read more about Cole’s remarkable achievements and how FFA helped shape his path: 🔗 https://ffa.pub/3zT1dnn

Ohio State Convention was a blast! 🎉
Our National FFA Eastern Region Vice President got to visit her home state, adding a special touch to the event.
As we gear up to hit the stage this October, we can't wait to see you all there. Get ready for an unforgettable Convention& Expo! 💙💛

Our New Century Farmer Conference was above and beyond what was expected! 🌟
For five incredible days in Des Moines, Iowa, attendees gathered to learn from each other and industry experts. They delved into topics and issues affecting today’s production agriculturists. 🌾
It was an exciting and enriching experience for everyone involved! 🚜📈
Thank you to Bunge , CASE IH , Corteva Agriscience , John Deere , Farm Credit , Firestone Ag

Our FFA members have just finished an extraordinary Week 6 at the Washington Leadership Conference (WLC).🎉

WLC is a beacon of inspiration and empowerment for our members, providing them with invaluable skills and experiences to lead and serve their communities. We are excited to see the incredible impact they will make following their participation. Thank you to everyone who contributed to making this week a success and to our dedicated members for their passion and commitment!🌟🤝

📢 Exciting news! The Fall Semester-Long Living to Serve Grant is now open! 🌟
Middle and high school FFA chapters can receive up to $1,200 per semester to implement a service-learning project in their community. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity—apply today! 🙌

🔗 https://ffa.pub/3ycBuGc.

Exciting news for New Century Farmer attendees!

We're grateful that Microsoft generously donated computers and headsets to all New Century Farmer attendees on July 22! 🎉💻🎧

At the start of the past school year, Hopkinsville High School freshman Madelin Macario quietly approached Hopkinsville FFA Chapter advisor Julie Gilliam with a hesitant question.

“Madelin said her English wasn’t very good and wondered if FFA would be something good for her to join,” Gilliam recalls. “It touched my heart to think that because someone’s English isn’t very good, they’d think they couldn’t be a part of something.” 💙💛

See Madelin's inspiring transformation into becoming her chapter’s historian, with hopes of recruiting more Spanish-speaking students to join FFA. 🌟👇
🔗 https://ffa.pub/3W80AxL