FFA Basics
What is FFA?
The letters “FFA” stand for Future Farmers of America. These letters are a part of our history and our heritage that will never change. However, FFA is just for students who want to be production farmers; FFA also welcomes members who aspire to careers as teachers, doctors, scientists, business owners and more. For this reason, the name of the organization was changed to the “National FFA Organization” in 1988.
What is the structure of FFA?
Levels of FFA: Local, District, Area, State, and National
The Texas FFA Association operates programs, which support the work of local chapters. These programs include membership operations, competitive events, scholarship and award programs, student leadership operations, conventions, etc.
Does everyone have to raise an animal in FFA?
No! Livestock projects are very popular but there are many other opportunities for students to get involved in:
Jobs, internships, leadership competitions, career competitions, speaking competitions, argi-science fair projects, monthly meetings, fundraisers, social events and much more!
What all can you do in FFA?
- Leadership Development Events ( Fall Semester Contests)
Focus on creating situations for members to demonstrate their abilities in public speaking, decision-making, teamwork and communication
Example of contests: Creed speaking, Radio Broadcasting, Job Interview, Quiz Team, Skills Demonstration, Parliamentary Procedure
- Career Development Events (Spring Semester Contents)
These events are designed to help members prepare for various types of careers by testing and challenging students
Example of contests: Floriculture, Livestock Judging, Farm Business Management, Veterinary Science, Milk Quality and Products, Wildlife and Horse Judging
- Raise Livestock Projects
Cattle, Sheep, Goats, Pigs, Rabbits, and Chickens
- Monthly Meetings
2nd Tuesday of each month at 7:oo p.m. in the GHS Ag Shop, with dinner, news, and games
- Other Activities and Events
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- Homecoming and Christmas Parade
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