Agronomy 

State Agronomy Contest

Teams will compete in an in-person contest on March 28, 2025.  

Number of Teams: 

• This contest is capped at the first 14 schools to register. One team per school.

Qualification statement:

• This is a state qualifying contest with the top teams advancing to the State FFA CDE Contest. The teams advancing to the state-level competition will be determined by the State FFA CDE guidelines.  

Scantron

• Judging Card Agronomy 708-5 (708-5) 

Location Notes:  

• Teams will assemble in AG120A at the FVTC Agriculture Center.

Description of the Contest:  

• The placement of teams will be determined by tabulating the three highest scores of contestants from the school.

• Activities and Test Questions will relate to the following topic areas:

1. Crops

2. Weeds

3. Seeds

4. Insects

5. Diseases

6. Plant nutrient deficiencies

7. Grain Grading

8. Crop inputs and equipment

• The contest will consist of:

Individual Activity 

• Written Exam - 50 multiple-choice questions.  The time limit is one hour.  No resources or team collaboration. 

• A practicum of plant and seed identification, soils, and grain grading, general fertility knowledge, insect identification, and seed analysis. Approximately 10 minutes will be allowed per ring.

Special Requirements:

• Individuals are expected to bring their own manual calculator, sharpened #2 pencils, and clipboard free of notes and other markings. 

Changes to the procedures or rules deemed appropriate by the Consultant and/or Chairperson mentioned on the day of the contest take precedence over any and all previous written or mentioned statements.

 Please review the state FFA Career Development Events.