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Texas: Meadow FFA Wins PhytoGen Cottonseed’s Denim Drive Oct 28, 2020
As thousands of Future Farmers of America members are virtually attending the 93rd National FFA Convention & Expo, a group of West Texas students is reaping rewards from the Blue […]
Future Farmers of America: Record Membership Numbers, Diversity Aug 24, 2020
Agriculture plays a key role in society, and nowhere is that more evident than in the continuing growth of FFA and agricultural education. The National FFA Organization announced a record-high […]
Despite Pandemic, Livestock Shows Go On – DTN Jul 14, 2020
Concerns about COVID-19 led most states to cancel their fairs, but kids in some states will still receive an opportunity to show their livestock. The organizers of state fairs and […]
PhytoGen Best Yielders Donate FFA Jackets Jul 1, 2020
PhytoGen Best Yielder members recently donated program points totaling more than $14,000 to the National FFA Organization Give the Gift of Blue program. Through the donation, PhytoGen cotton growers provided […]
Future Farmers of America – Making a Comeback in Nebraska School – DTN Jun 19, 2018
There’s no reason to be blue about FFA. In fact, it appears the national student organization, along with its iconic blue corduroy jacket, is making a comeback. The nation’s largest […]
FFA Pilot Program with Mycogen Seeds – Agribusiness in the Classroom – DTN May 14, 2018
A pilot program between a handful of high school FFA programs and a major seed company is attempting to sow the seeds for future careers in agribusiness. The new agronomy […]
California: Almond Leadership Program Kicks Off 10th Year Feb 14, 2018
The 2018 Almond Leadership Program class of 18 represents nearly every aspect of the industry, from growers, pest control advisors and food safety specialists to a staffing consultant, a marketing […]
National FFA Organization Sets Record Membership Sep 28, 2015
With global needs to fight hunger and prepare for the expected population growth, the industry of agriculture needs educated, skilled and passionate people dedicated to sustainability. The National FFA Organization […]
FFA: Endowment to Kick Start Plan for More Ag Teachers May 1, 2015
Herman Wilson of Houston, Texas was inspired by his agricultural education teacher in east Texas more than 62 years ago. That inspiration made an impact on him and his wife, […]
Future Farmers Face Major Challenges, Ag Sec Tells FFA – DTN Oct 30, 2014
The next generation of U.S. farmers will face challenges such as adapting to climate change and finding ways to feed a growing world population, U.S. Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack told […]
