National FFA

The National FFA’s Celya Glowacki says one of the best ways to connect with those not familiar with the farming community is through an effective story.     If you have a story idea for the PNW Ag Network, call (509) 547-1618, or e-mail glenn.vaagen@townsqua...

In an effort to promote the industry to a younger audience, earlier this month the National FFA announced 12 state officers that will serve as the voices of Agriculture.  The SpeakAg Pioneers program is an effort for FFA members interested in careers in communication and advocacy to advance their skills.  Kristy ...

If it feels like you see more blue-corduroy jackets around these days, you’re right.  The National FFA Organization recently announced that it has set a record with over one million members; 1,027,273 an 8.6% year-over-year increase.  Kristy Meyer ...

The National FFA Organization says it was amazed at the amount of support shown during the National Give FFA Day event.  The organization announced that, thanks to help from the FFA community, they raised a record-breaking amount of money Thursday; $721,506.  That money w...

Building on 80 years of partnership, John Deere announced a donation last week of $1 million to the National FFA Organization.  The donation will support the growth of future leaders, feed agriculture's talent pipeline, and honor the organization's community service efforts.  John De...

You’ll probably see more blue corduroy in your community starting next weekend.  National FFA week starts Saturday February 18th and runs through the 25th.   Whether through service projects or community gatherings, National FFA Week is a time for FFA members to raise awareness about the National FFA Organization's role in developing future leaders and the importance of agricultural education.  Na

Last week, the National FFA Organization announced its participation in a new community of practice with other nonprofit organizations focused on advancing racial equity.  Over the next six months, leaders in the National FFA Organization will work with The Bridgespan Group to strengthen their approach to advancing racial equity internally and externally.  The Adv...

During the Friday edition of Northwest Ag Today, Rod Cool, FFA Advisor from Central Washington's Quincy High School recapped how students from all three Northwest states are performing at this year's National FFA Convention and Expo.   If you have a story idea for the PNW Ag Network, call (509) 547-9791, or e-mail glenn.vaag...

Wednesday was the first day of the 95th National FFA Convention and Expo.  How did Northwest kids fair back in Indianapolis?  Rod Cool has a recap.   If you have a story idea for the PNW Ag Network, call (509) 547-9791, or e-mail glenn.vaagen@townsqu...

The 95th annual FFA Convention and Expo gets underway in Indianapolis Wednesday.  Rod Cool, an FFA advisor with the Quincy School District in central Washington, talks about the kids representing the Northwest.     If you have a story idea for the PNW Ag Network, call (509) 547-9791, or e-mail glenn.vaagen@townsqu...