What is Agriculture Education & FFA?

The Agriculture Education Mission

Agriculture Education prepares students for successful careers and a lifetime of informed choices in the global agriculture, food, fiber and natural resources systems.

The Three Circle Model

Through agriculture education, students are provided opportunities for leadership development, personal growth and career success. Agricultural education instruction is delivered through three major components:

1.) classroom/laboratory instruction

2.) supervised agricultural experience programs

3.) student leadership organizations

What is FFA?

FFA is a dynamic student-led leadership development organization for students of agricultural education. The FFA changes lives and prepares students for premier leadership, personal growth and career success.

What does F-F-A stand for?

F-F-A stands for Future Farmers of America, which is the official name of the organization, but we don’t use the full name and instead operate as the “FFA” because Future Farmers of America implies that we are all preparing to be farmers. Agriculture is much broader than farming and ranching. Members study things such as horticulture, aquaculture, food sciences, accounting, wildlife management, mechanics and engineering.

Are FFA members going to be farmers?

Yes and No. Agriculture is a very broad field of study. Members study things like landscaping, floriculture, animal science, computer applications, accounting, environmental science, mechanics and engineering. Regardless of an FFA member’s career choice, the FFA provides opportunities to build and apply math, science, technology and leadership skills to their life.

How do I become a member?

FFA is a part of the teaching program in agricultural sciences. The first step is to enroll in an agricultural class. FFA activities are an outgrowth of the classroom and supervised independent enterprises and projects. Once enrolled in an agriculture class you will need to pay your due. Dues to join the Local, State, and National FFA are $25 and includes a chapter t-shirt.

FFA Mission

The National FFA Organization is dedicated to making a positive difference in the lives of students by developing their potential for premier leadership, personal growth and career success through agricultural education.

FFA Motto

The FFA motto gives members twelve short words to live by as they experience the opportunities in the organization.

Learning to Do, Doing to Learn, Earning to Live, Living to Serve.