Objective: Summarize the events that have shaped Agricultural Education and FFA

Your FFA Program

What is FFA?

…an organization of high school students in agricultural education

students from all 50 states plus Guam and Puerto Rico.

FFA History

1917 – Smith-Hughes Act

Named after a congressmen and senator from Georgia.

Provided federal funding for the establishment of Vocational Agriculture in public high schools.

1920’s Future Farmer Clubs

Virginia was the first Boys only North Carolina

Young Tar Heel Farmers

1928 – Future Farmers of America

FFA was established The 1st convention was held in the

Hotel Baltimore in Kansas City, Missouri

FFA History

1930 FFA Creed is written by E.M. Tiffany Revised in 1965 & 1990 Has 5 paragraphs, each beginning

with “I believe…” 1935

New Farmers of America (NFA) formed For black agriculture students

FFA History

1950 Public Law 740

Gave the FFA a federal charter Where there is a high school

agriculture program, there must be a FFA chapter

FFA History - Public Law 740

Created 3 integral components to an agricultural education program Classroom/Lab Instruction FFA SAE (Supervised Agricultural

Experience programs)

FFA

Classroom SAE

FFA History 1959

First National FFA Center in Alexandria, Virginia is dedicated.

1965 FFA and the NFA

merge

New Farmers of America Organization for

African-American males in high school agriculture classes.

Formed in Virginia…like the FFA.

New Farmers of America Dr. H.O. Sargent

was a co-founder of the NFA.

Today the FFA gives an award in his memory to honor those that promote diversity in agriculture.

FFA History 1969

Girls are admitted into the FFA.

1971 National FFA

Alumni Association was founded.

FFA History 1988

Future Farmers of America changes its name to the National FFA Organization.

1989 National Future

Farmer Magazine changes its name to FFA New Horizons.

FFA History

The National FFA Center moves to Indianapolis, Indiana.

FFA History 1999

National FFA Convention moves to Louisville, Kentucky.

This is the 1st time the convention is held outside Kansas City, Missouri.

NC FFA Camp

FFAPeople & Names

Leslie Applegate

First National FFA President

Wade Turner 1st National FFA

President from North Carolina.

2nd National FFA President overall.

National FFA Officers

Dr. Larry Case

Currently the National FFA Advisor

Employed by the Department of Education.

Mr. Josh Bledsoe

Current North Carolina FFA Advisor

State Agricultural Education Coordinator

Mr. Jason Davis

Current State FFA Coordinator

Coordinates State FFA Activities

Western Region AgEd Coordinator

Mr. David Harris

Coordinator for the Western and Northwest FFA Regions.

Central Region AgEd Coordinator

Mr. Horace Johnson

Coordinator for the Central and Southwest Regions.

Eastern Region AgEd Coordinator

Mr. Benjie Forrest

Coordinator for the Southeast and Northeast FFA Regions.

2009-2010 State FFA Officers

The FFA Emblem

The Ear of Corn Provides the

foundation of the emblem, just as corn has historically served as the foundation crop of American agriculture.

A symbol of unity, because corn is grown in every state in the nation.

The Eagle

A national symbol which serves as a reminder of our freedom and ability to explore new horizons for the future of agriculture.

The Rising Sun Signifies progress

and holds a promise that tomorrow will bring a new day glowing with opportunity.

The Plow Signifies labor

and tillage of the soil, the backbone of agriculture and the historic foundation of our country’s strength.

The Owl

Long recognized for its wisdom, it symbolizes the knowledge required to be successful in the industry of agriculture.

Words of FFA & Agricultural Education

“Agricultural Education” and “FFA” are emblazoned in the center to signify the combination of learning and leadership necessary for progressive agriculture.

The FFA Official Colors

National Blue

Corn Gold

The FFA Creed I believe in the future of agriculture,

with a faith born not of words but of deeds - achievements won by the present and past generations of agriculturists; in the promise of better days through better ways, even as the better things we now enjoy have come to us from the struggles of former years.

The FFA Creed

I believe that to live and work on a good farm, or to be engaged in other agricultural pursuits, is pleasant as well as challenging; for I know the joys and discomforts of agricultural life and hold an inborn fondness for those associations which, even in hours of discouragement, I cannot deny.

The FFA Creed I believe in leadership from ourselves

and respect from others. I believe in my own ability to work efficiently and think clearly, with such knowledge and skill as I can secure, and in the ability of progressive agriculturists to serve our own and the public interest in producing and marketing the product of our toil.

The FFA Creed I believe in less dependence on

begging and more power in bargaining; in the life abundant and enough honest wealth to help make it so--for others as well as myself; in less need for charity and more of it when needed; in being happy myself and playing square with those whose happiness depends upon me.

The FFA Creed

I believe that American agriculture can and will hold true to the best traditions of our national life and that I can exert an influence in my home and community which will stand solid for my part in that inspiring task.

The 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.

The FFA Motto

Learning to DoDoing to LearnEarning to LiveLiving to Serve

The FFA Salute

“I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.”

FFA “All in Unison” President:

“FFA members, why are we here?” All members say:

“To practice brotherhood, honor agricultural opportunities and responsibilities, and develop those qualities of leadership which an FFA member should possess.”

FFA Code of Ethics Dressing neatly and appropriately for

the occasion. Showing respect for the rights of others

and being courteous at all times. Being honest and not taking unfair

advantage of others. Respecting the property of others Refraining from loud, boisterous talk,

swearing and other unbecoming conduct.

FFA Code of Ethics Demonstrating sportsmanship in the show

ring, judging contests and meetings. Being modest in winning and generous in

defeat. Attending meetings promptly and

respecting the opinion of others in discussion.

Taking pride in our organization, activities, supervised experience program, exhibits, and the occupation of agriculture.

FFA Code of Ethics

Sharing with others experiences and knowledge gained by attending national and state meetings.

Striving to establish and enhance my skills agricultural education in order to enter a successful career.

Appreciating and promoting diversity in our organization.

Structure of the FFA

Chase FFA Chapter

Federation

Western Region

North Carolina FFA Association

National FFA

FFA Officers and Stations

FFA Officers and Stations

President Stationed by the rising sun

Vice President Stationed by the plow

Secretary Stationed by the ear of corn

FFA Officers and Stations

Treasurer Stationed by the emblem of George

Washington Reporter

Stationed by the American Flag Sentinel

Stationed by the door and the shield of friendship

FFA Officers and Stations

The Advisor Stationed by the owl This office held by the agriculture

teacher.

FFA Official Dress

Males Black Socks White Collared Shirt Official FFA Tie Official FFA Jacket zipped to the top Black shoes Black pants

FFA Official Dress

Females Black skirt or Slacks White Collared Blouse Official FFA Scarf Official FFA Jacket zipped to the top Black shoes

FFA Degree Ladder

Discovery FFA Degree (Middle School)

Greenhand FFA Degree Chapter FFA Degree State FFA Degree American FFA Degree

Types of FFA Membership

Active Alumni

Former active members, parents of FFA members, and others interested in and supportive of FFA

Collegiate Honorary

FFA Programs & Activities

Career Development Events Proficiency Awards State and National Conventions Leadership Conferences International Experiences

Career Development Events

Individual or team competitions covering several subjects in agriculture and leadership

Examples Parliamentary Procedure Public Speaking Agricultural Sales Land Judging

Proficiency Awards

Written Applications based on a student’s SAE

Examples Nursery Production Fiber Crop Production Oil Crop Production Wildlife Management

Conventions State FFA

Convention NC State

University in Raleigh

June National FFA

Convention KFEC in Louisville,

Kentucky Late October

Leadership Conferences Washington

Leadership Conference Washington, DC

MEGA Conference Greensboro

State Leadership Conference White Lake

FFA Websites

National FFA Organization www.ffa.org

North Carolina FFA Association www.ncffa.org