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PRINTWhat is the FFA?
On Oct. 25-27, the FFA is hosting it’s 79th annual convention in Indanapolis. Farmers’ Almanac TV will be there. Before we go, here is a primer about the organization and event.
What is the FFA?
The National FFA Organization was organized as the “Future Farmers of America” in 1928 in Kansas City, Mo. In 1988, the official organization name was changed to The National FFA Organization to reflect the broadening field of agriculture, which today encompasses more than 300 careers in everything from agriscience to biotechnology to turf grass management.
Convention:
The FFA convention is expected to draw more than 51,000 attendees. Events include:
Student workshops including:
Solving the Agricultural Puzzle – become a better advocate for agriculture.
Think Again About Agriscience – discover opportunities in Agriscience
Would You Like Fries with that – learn how to be a smarter eater
Learning to Lead – learn leadership skills
Career Success Tours:
Students can visit area farms, agriscience companies, horse parks, veterinary clinics and other places to get insight about future careers.
Plus there is a lot more scheduled, including a keynote address from Terry Bradshaw, co-host and analyst on FOX NFL Sunday.
Farmers’ Almanac will blog from the event. In the meantime, feel free to post your thoughts about the event.
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