FFA
In what year was the FFA founded?
1928
A young bovine, less than a year old
Calf
Has a white face, underline and legs and horns
Hereford
This breed from France is characterized by its white or cream color. Muscled and longest breed
Charolais
This popular breed is a cross between Brahman, Hereford, and Shorthorn cattle
BeefMaster
This symbol on the FFA emblem represents unity.
Ear of Corn
Heifer
This large black breed is known for excellent marbling in its meat
Angus
Known for their large size and being tall, this Italian breed is among the heaviest beef cattle.
Chianina
a cross between Brahman and Angus
Brangus
In 1965, FFA merged with this organization.
New Farmers of America
Dystocia
This dual-purpose breed can be used for milk and meat production. Has the color roan
Shorthorn
Originated in France, Dark red with white markings or black. known for their success in performance, feed efficiency, disposition and carcass quality.
Maine Anjou
This breed, developed at King Ranch, is a mix of Brahman and Shorthorn cattle
Santa Gertrudis
This is the official FFA salute
Pledge of Allegiance
Male that cannot reproduce
Steer
Does not have horns, but has a white face, underline and legs
Polled Hereford
Originated in Switzerland, Orange/Yellow and white or black in color, Oldest breed of cattle in the world
Brought to the United States in 1971
Simmental
Originated in India, White to gray, red to black, Able to survive on very little, poor feed, Insect & heat resistant, Excess skin and large hump on back, Sweat glands
Brahman
The National FFA Convention was originally held in this city.
Kanas City
Male that CAN reproduce
Bull
Solid Red, good marbling
Red Angus
Native to South-Central France Golden(tan)-red to red-brown in color, Hardy, high yield, good feed efficiency
Limousin
3/8 Brahman and 5/8 Simmental, Hardy, maternal, high yield
Simbrah