State Convention is a 5 day trip to WSU Pullman to compete in CDE/LDE competitions, cook ribs for a barbecue contest, participate in workshops, and have fun! Students stay in residence halls, eat in the student dining centers, and compete in university classrooms. At the end of each day, they attend convention sessions where around 4,000 FFA members from around the state gather in the great Beasley Colliseum to watch each other recieve awards on stage, show off their talent (singing, playing guitar, etc), FFA State Officers give their retiring addresses challenging members to make a change and inspiring agriculture leadership for years to come.
At Fife, members can attend State Convention if they have earned their place by doing the following:
Placed 8th place or higher on at State CDE team (or 10th place or higher individual)
Forestry CDE
Floral CDE
Competing at State Convention in one of the following contests:
Creed Speaking LDE
Washington FFA Delegate
Extemporaneous Speaking LDE
FARM for Kids CDE
Prepared Speaking LDE
Veterinary Science CDE
Barbecue Competition
OR are a State Degree Candidate
** You MUST be passing all classes and have NO suspensions to attend.
One day: $75
4 nights with meals: $350
We also make stops on the way to WSU and on the way back. Common stops:
Taco Bell
McDonald's
Zips Burgers
Sonny's Tavern and Grill
Thorp Fruit Stand and Antique Mall
Because of these stops, extra money to bring along to pay for food/souveniers is recommended.
State is one of the most fun events and a life long memory. Do not miss out on this wonderful opportunity!
Convention Photos
BBQ Team takes 3rd at State Convention 2026. Our team worked so hard to achieve this!
Sessions are fun, 2-3 hour gatherings each day at State where we are able to watch members recieve awards, show their talent, etc.
Throughout the week at State, members are able to participate in workshops to gain knowledge and mingle.