History
What year was the FFA founded?
1928
What was the first national event for FFA members?
What was the original membership fee for FFA?
How has the name of the organization changed over the years?
What federal act established vocational agricultural courses?
Smith Hughes National Vocational Act (1917)
Who was the first national FFA president?
When was the first FFA Week celebrated?
1948
In what year did females join the FFA at the national level?
1969
What was significant about the 25th anniversary of the FFA?
President Eisenhower spoke at the National FFA Convention.
How many acres of land were purchased for the first FFA headquarters?
28.5 acres
What are the official colors of the FFA?
National Blue and Corn Gold
What significant event happened in 1969 for FFA?
The FFA welcomed females as members on the national level.
What was the purpose of the New Farmers of Virginia?
To serve African American boys enrolled in vocational agriculture classes.
When did the FFA first allow middle school students to join?
1988
What notable speech did President Eisenhower give at the FFA Convention?
He spoke at the 25th anniversary of the FFA.
In what year did the FFA merge with the NFA?
1965
What year did the FFA hold its first convention in Indianapolis?
2006
When were the current Official Dress standards created?
1973
What event marked the 75th National FFA Convention?
The opening of a time capsule from the 50th National FFA Convention.
What year did the FFA first celebrate its national convention in Louisville?
1999
Who was the first African American elected to national FFA office?
Fred McClure
What is the significance of the blue corduroy jacket?
It is the official dress of the FFA, symbolizing unity and pride.
Who was elected as the first female national FFA president?
Jan Eberly
What was the first official magazine published by the FFA?
The National Future Farmer
Who was the first Puerto Rican national FFA president?
Javier Moreno