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Future Farmers of America Week celebrated across the U.S.

Recognized worldwide for its cotton and peanut yields, Alabama has always had a special relationship with the Future Farmers of America. The state is home to over 15,000 FFA members and has 267 chapters, dating back all the way to 1929.

This week, the organization is celebrating National FFA Week to highlight the vast opportunities available for today’s youth interested in agriculture.

“National FFA Week is a meaningful week for members across our country as we celebrate an organization that is welcoming to all and crucial to developing the next generation of leaders and those who will fill the ever-growing need in the talent pipeline,” said National FFA Advisor Dr. Travis Park.

“Not only is it an opportunity to share our message with a broader audience, but it’s also an opportunity for our FFA chapters and members to celebrate agriculture and agricultural education while thanking their supporters — their local alumni and supporters chapters, agriculture teachers, or local businesses.”

The National FFA  is a school-based youth leadership development organization made up of more than 945,000 student members. There are 9,163 local FFA chapters throughout the U.S., Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

Austen Shipley is a staff writer for Yellowhammer News.

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