FFA & Ag Ed

FFA Mission

FFA makes a positive difference in the lives of students by developing their potential for premier leadership, personal growth, and career success through agricultural education.

FFA Vision

Growing the next generation of leaders who will change the world.

Agricultural Education Mission

Agricultural education prepares students for successful careers and a lifetime of informed choices in the global agriculture, food, fiber, and natural resource systems.

Agricultural Education Vision

Agricultural education envisions a world where all people value and understand the vital role of agriculture, food, fiber, and natural resource systems in advancing personal and global well-being.

FFA Values Statement #1

We respect and embrace every individual's culture and experiences.

FFA Values Statement #2

We welcome every individual's contribution to advance our communities and the industry of agriculture.

FFA Values Statement #3

We cultivate an environment that allows every individual to recognize and explore their differences.

FFA Values Statement #4

We create leadership opportunities for every individual to enhance their personal and professional endeavors.

FFA Funding Sources

The National FFA Organization receives no government funding and relies on corporate sponsorships, individual donations, and membership dues. State and local agricultural education programs may receive some funding through Federal Perkins Grants.

National FFA Foundation

Secures financial resources to support members and agricultural education.

Foundation Support Rate

About 82 percent of every dollar received directly supports members.

Living to Serve Programs

Plan a Service Project, Living to Serve Grants, and National Days of Service.

The Council (National Team Ag Ed)

A body of 11 different stakeholder groups across secondary, post-secondary, and adult agricultural education.

FFA Member Leadership Series

A three-track student leadership program for grades 5 through 12.

Next Gen Conferences

Application-based career pathway exploration conferences held three times a year.

New Century Farmer Conference

A five-day conference for young alumni focused on production agriculture.

National Teacher Ambassadors

88 ag teachers from 38 states trained to be content experts and peer resources nationwide.

FFA Location Demographics

64% rural, 16.3% town, 12.4% suburb, and 7.3% urban.

Public School Chapter Rate

92% of FFA chapters are located in publicly-funded schools.

National Board of Directors

A 13-member governing body that determines direction and policy.

Career and Leadership Development Events (CDEs)

25 unique competitions applying classroom knowledge to real-world scenarios.

Agricultural Proficiency Awards

Honors developed skills across entrepreneurship, placement, and agriscience research.

Agriscience Fair

Recognizes student research in agricultural scientific principles and emerging technologies in six different areas; Animal Systems, Environmental Services/Natural Resource Systems, Food Products and Processing Systems, Plant Systems, Power, Structural and Technical Systems, and Social Science.

National Chapter Award Program

Recognizes chapters implementing POA and National Quality Chapter Standards.

American Star Awards

Honors members with outstanding mastery in production, finance, management, or research.

FFA Statement of Belonging

The National FFA Organization is committed to fostering a welcoming, supportive, engaging, and growth-focused environment for all students. We prioritize the well-being of our members and actively challenge prejudice while promoting a culture of inclusivity where every individual is respected, treated with dignity, and valued for their unique identities. As FFA members, agriculture teachers, supporters and employees, let's hold each other accountable, take care of one another, and be kind.

Is FFA a club?

The organization operates primarily as an integral, school-based Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO) rather than an independent community club. Therefore, FFA remains accessible to a broad demographic of students, including those in urban, suburban, and rural areas.

At the start of the 2023-2024 school year, how many agriculture teachers were new to their positions?

4,143 teachers