What is the FFA?
FFA stands for "Future Farmers of America." FFA is a dynamic youth organization within agricultural education that prepares students with premier leadership, personal growth, and career success. FFA was created in 1928 by a Young group of Farmers it was then created to the "National FFA Organization" to represent the growing diversity of agriculture. Currently, nearly one half-million students members are engaged in a wide range of agricultural education activities, leading to over 300 career opportunities in the agricultural science, food, fiber and natural resources industry. Student success remains the primary mission of FFA.
The Official FFA Jacket
The most recognizable symbol of the organization is the blue corduroy FFA jacket that is worn by current FFA members. The back of the jacket features a large FFA emblem just underneath the name of each FFA member's state. The name of the local FFA chapter, district, region or area is embroidered below the emblem. The front of the FFA jacket features a smaller FFA emblem on the left chest and the FFA member's name and sometimes, if applicable, office and year on the right chest. FFA members are required to wear the FFA jacket as part of official dress while participating in all official organization activities.
Official FFA Uniform for Men:
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Official FFA Jacket
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Official FFA neck tie
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White collard shirt
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Black slacks
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Black socks
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Black dress shoes
Official FFA Uniform
Official FFA Uniform for Women
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Official FFA Jacket
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Official FFA scarf
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White collard blouse
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Black skirt
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Black dress shoes with a closed toe heel
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Black nylons (nude colored nylons are are allowed to be worn in California)
FFA Degrees
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Greenhand Degree
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Chapter Degree
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State Degree
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American Degree
The meaning of the FFA Emblem
The cross section of the ear of corn provides the foundation of the emblem, just as corn has historically served as the foundation crop of American agriculture. It is also a symbol of unity, as corn is grown in every state of the nation.
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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, symbolizes the knowledge required to be successful in the industry of agriculture.
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The eagle is a national symbol which serves as a reminder of our freedom and ability to explore new horizons for the future of agriculture.
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The words "Agricultural Education" and "FFA" are emblazoned in the center to signify the combination of learning and leadership necessary for progressive agriculture.
The FFA Creed
FFA Historical Events
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1928 FFA is established
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1929 National Blue and Corn Gold is adopted as official colors
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1930 Official FFA creed adopted
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1944 Future Farmers of America Foundation formed
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1953 Future Farmers of America U.S. postage stamp issued by U.S. Postal Service
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1965 African American New Farmers of America merged with FFA
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1969 Girls are allowed to join FFA
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1988 Official Name change from Future Farmers of America to FFA Organization
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2006 National FFA Foundation receives first $1 million contribution from Ford Motor Company.
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2009 FFA celebrates 40 years of women in the organization.
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2010 FFA members earn a record 3,449 American FFA Degrees.
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2011 National FFA Alumni Association celebrates its 40th anniversary.
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2013 Official FFA Jacket celebrates 80th anniversary.
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2015 National FFA celebrates 50 years since NFA merged with the FFA
Written by E.M. Tiffany
E.M (Erwin Milton) Tiffany wrote the FFA Creed in 1930. The FFA Creed was then Adopted at the 3rd National Convention. The Creed is an important part of FFA. Tiffany was born on August 26, 1883 and he passed away in 1949. Thank You E.M Tiffany for your great service to the FFA!
GREENFIELD FFA
"Strive"
Strive to Reach the Impossible!
Est. 1999
