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Ag Teachers: When Someone Believes in You
Ag Teachers: When Someone Believes in You

In a world where more and more young people are glued to electronic devices and missing out on community, FFA offers connection, hands-on learning and adult mentors to invest in their lives. 

New Bill Excuses Illinois Youth from School Absence to Attend 4-H and FFA Events
New Bill Excuses Illinois Youth from School Absence to Attend 4-H and FFA Events

Just in time for school to start, in the midst of the Illinois State Fair, students across the state will no longer be penalized for participating in a 4-H or FFA event.

Two Teens Team Up to Tackle A Remarkable Farmall F-20 Complete Tractor Restoration
Two Teens Team Up to Tackle A Remarkable Farmall F-20 Complete Tractor Restoration

When Charlie Bortner and Wyatt Myers spotted a 1938 Farmall F-20, they knew it needed a lot of work. A 6-month FFA project turned into a two-year undertaking, and the finished project is now polished perfection.

Challenge? Bring It On, Say National FFA Agriscience Fair Competitors
Challenge? Bring It On, Say National FFA Agriscience Fair Competitors

Sometimes the greatest lesson we can learn in life is how to not see a setback as a failure. Here's how five FFA members are discovering challenges are never the end of the road, but rather the beginning.

6 Dos and Don’ts to Make the Most of National FFA Convention
6 Dos and Don’ts to Make the Most of National FFA Convention

There’s no question National FFA Convention be a bit overwhelming at first. The sheer magnitude of the event is a lot to take in. Here are six expert tips to make the most of your week in Indianapolis.

Texas Tornado Destroys Ag Shop, But Doesn’t Stop FFA Members From Helping Community
Texas Tornado Destroys Ag Shop, But Doesn’t Stop FFA Members From Helping Community

A line of storms snaked through Texas, resulting in several tornadoes on March 21. An F3 tornado touched down outside of Jacksboro, ripping buildings to shreds, including the local high school and ag shop.

FFA Star Farmer Finalist: Success is No Accident
FFA Star Farmer Finalist: Success is No Accident

FFA students searching for success can learn from Oklahoma's Raegan Klaassen and her well-traveled path to the 2021 National Star Farmer stage in Indianapolis.

How the Farm and FFA Shaped Nashville Star Easton Corbin’s Career
How the Farm and FFA Shaped Nashville Star Easton Corbin’s Career

Easton Corbin is no stranger to agriculture. Growing up in Florida, raising and showing cattle was engrained from the start, as was FFA. The Florida farm kid, instead, attending college majoring in Agriculture Business

Nashville Singer and Pig Farmer Release Anthem for Ag
Nashville Singer and Pig Farmer Release Anthem for Ag

Jesse Heimer set out to produce a song and music video that embodies what stock show families live, breathe and dream. Over time, Heimer's plan grew into an anthem that all of agriculture can appreciate.