FFA History
Who founded the Future Farmers of America?
Henry Groseclose
What is the process of turning sunlight into energy in plants called?
photosynthesis
What is the term for a young female cow that has not yet given birth?
heifer
What is the process by which water evaporates from plant leaves?
transpiration
What are the official colors of the FFA?
National Blue and Corn Gold
In what year was the FFA established?
1928
What element is essential for the formation of amino acids in plants?
nitrogen
Which breed of cattle is known for its high-quality beef and marbling?
Angus
What is the primary purpose of crop rotation?
to improve soil fertility and reduce pest and disease problems
What is the symbol of the FFA emblem that represents unity?
cross-section of the ear of corn
Where was the first National FFA Convention held?
Kansas City, Missouri
What is the name of the scientist known as the father of genetics?
Gregor Mendel
What is the gestation period of a pig?
approximately 114 days
What is the scientific name for the study of plant diseases?
plant pathology
What degree can a member earn in their first year of FFA membership?
the Greenhand Degree
What is the FFA motto?
"Learning to Do, Doing to Learn, Earning to Live, Living to Serve"
What is the most widely grown crop in the United States?
corn
What is the primary purpose of a farrowing crate?
to provide a safe space for sows to give birth and protect piglets
Which part of the plant is responsible for photosynthesis?
the leaf
What is the highest degree an FFA member can achieve?
the American FFA Degree
Who is the current National FFA President?
Thaddeus Bergschneider
What is the pH range of most agricultural soils?
6.0 to 7.5
What mineral is essential for proper bone development in livestock?
calcium
What is the process of transferring pollen from the male part to the female part of a flower?
pollination
Who serves as the advisor to the chapter's officers and members?
The agriculture teacher