U.S. Education Secretary Miguel Cardona

U.S. Education Secretary Miguel Cardona welcomed FFA members to the 94th FFA Convention and Expo in Indianapolis on Wednesday (audio file available below)…

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National FFA Convention Offers Two Days Of Service Oppertunities

National FFA launched its first Days of Service in 2020 in efforts to engage chapters in service throughout the month of October. This year, students attending National FFA Convention have the opportunity to participate in two service projects.

FFA Broadcast Desk Intern Kailey Foster spoke with Michele Sullivan, coordinator of the Days of Service project, about how students can get involved.

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USDA Secretary Vilsack Shares Remarks at Opening Session

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack shared comments with FFA members in attendance at this year’s convention in Indianapolis at the opening session (audio file available below)…

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National FFA Chorus: National Anthem

Listen to the National FFA Chorus perform the National Anthem…

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National FFA Convention is Officially Underway

Listen to the opening ceremony of the first session of the 94th National FFA Convention and Expo…

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National FFA Western Region Vice President Reflects on Year of Service

A year of different opportunities, but the mission and vision of the National FFA organization remained the same for David Lopez and the 2020-2021 National FFA officer team. Whether it was virtual or in-person, he connected with many inspiring FFA members.

He shares more with Broadcast Desk Intern with Michelle Stangler.

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National FFA Eastern Region Vice President Reflects on Year of Service

After being virtually elected to serve as a National FFA Officer, Hoffman knew she wanted to embrace complexity and share it with others. Waiting a few months to see her teammates brought challenges, but new opportunities were made throughout the 2020-2021 year.

She shares more with Broadcast Desk Intern Michelle Stangler.

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Proud to Sponsor | Indiana Soybean Alliance Sponsorship

Jim Douglas, a representative from Indiana Soybean Alliance, says they are proud to sponsor the annual National FFA Convention to help grow young leaders in agriculture who will transform the future.

He visits with Michelle Stangler with the many different opportunities there are to be involved in Indiana and agriculture as a whole.

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Value in FFA is Beyond Membership | Indiana Soybean Alliance Sponsorship

Steve Howell, Senior Director at Indiana Soybean Alliance and Corn Marketing Council says as much value they help provide for FFA members, it’s in return for their organization. In fact, FFA members have helped grow their business outside of the blue corduroy jackets.

He shares more with Broadcast Desk Intern Michelle Stangler.

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National FFA Central Region Vice President Reflects On The Lessons Learned This Past Year

Even though National FFA Convention is in person this year, there are still opportunities for virtual interaction. National FFA Central Region Vice President Paxton Dahmer speaks with Broadcast Desk Intern Kailey Foster to discuss how people can still stay connected to the convention from home.

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