history of the FFA creed
who wrote the FFA Creed?
tiffany
how does the FFA Creed start?
"I believe in the future of agriculture..."
what does the 2nd paragraph say about the joys of agricultural life?
they are abundant, even in the face of discouragement
what does the 3rd paragraph emphasize about rural life?
it offers happiness & a rewarding way of living
what is emphasized about community in the 4th paragraph?
agriculture helps strengthen rural & urban communities
in what year was the FFA Creed adopted?
1930
what does the 1st paragraph say about achievements won by past generations?
they came through struggles & experiences of former generations
what does it say about leadership?
it should be exerted from ourselves, rather than seeking from others
how does the Creed describe farming?
a challenging but honorable profession
what does it say about less dependence on begging?
it means earning through hard work rather than relying on handouts
how many times has the FFA Creed been revised?
2 times
what qualities does the 1st paragraph say are essential for success?
honesty & fair dealing
what does the phrase "less need for charity & more of it needed" mean?
agriculture should be self-sufficient, but charitable when necessary
what role does progressive agriculturalists play in society?
they help advance farming & improve the world
how does the Creed promote corporation?
it acknowledges working together makes agriculture stronger
what event was the FFA Creed 1st presented at?
the 3rd national FFA convention
what does the Creed say about those engaged in agriculture?
they are happy & progressive
what does the 2nd paragraph suggest about hard work?
it is essential for a successful agricultural life
what does the 3rd paragraph say about dependence on others?
it acknowledges interdependence but emphasizes self-reliance
what is the significance of being engaged in agricultural pursuits?
it provides dignity & value to life
why was the FFA Creed written?
to express the beliefs & values of the FFA organization
what does the phrase "better days through better ways" mean?
improving agriculture through innovation & hard work
what is the significance of the phrase "to play square with those whose happiness depends upon me"?
it means to be fair & responsible to others
how does the 3rd paragraph connect to the FFA motto?
it reinforces learning & doing through hard work
how does this paragraph relate to the FFA mission?
it supports leadership, personal growth, & career success in agriculture