Basics
What does FFA stand for?
Future Farmers of America
When was FFA Founded?
1928
What are the 3 parts of agricultural education?
Classroom, SAE, FFA
What is an LDE?
Leadership Development Event
How many degrees are there?
5
What are the FFA Colors?
National Blue and Corn Gold
Where was FFA founded?
Kansas City, Mo
What is an SAE?
Supervised Agricultural Experience
What is a CDE?
Career Development Event
Name the FFA degrees
Discovery, Greenhand, Chapter, State, American
What is the FFA Motto?
Learning to do, Doing to Learn, Earning to Live, Living to Serve
Why was FFA originally created?
to help educate boys interested in agriculture
What happens in the classroom?
Classroom lessons, hands on activities, skill development
Name a LDE
Creed speaking, Parli Pro, extemp, Job interview, ect.
What is the Greenhand Degree
First official degree given to beginning high school members
What are the main parts of official dress?
Jacket, tie or scarf, black dress pants or skirt, black dress shoes, white collard shirt
What was the original name of FFA and what is it now?
The Future farmers of America, National FFA Organization
What happens through FFA?
leadership opportunities, career development, community service
Name a CDE
Vet science, livestock, Dairy foods, ect.
What opportunities does FFA give students?
Hands on career training, leadership growth, and scholarship opportunities
What is the mission of FFA?
To make a positive difference in the lives of students by developing their potential for premier leadership, personal growth, and career success through agricultural education.
Why did FFA Change its name?
to be more inclusive to all aspects of agriculture
Give an example of an SAE
Show animals, Internship, Research project
Why does FFA have competitions?
Motivate students and encourage leadership and personal growth, citizenship and career success
Name one way FFA members can serve their community
Volunteer projects and civic engagements