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FFA in the USA
Western Region
245 stories by student reporters
Galloping to Glory
Audrey DeCarli · May 27, 2025
Salinas FFA member Maddie Gaynor recounts how her SAE helps manage her horse and prepare for competitive riding events.
Leveling Up at Fresno Field Day
Natalie Reed · May 22, 2025
On March 11, 2025, the CORE Butte FFA Veterinary Science CDE Team traveled to Fresno State University for its final field day of the season.
Cultivating Careers: Idaho FFA Foundation Hosts Career Fair for Future Leaders
Sarah Jones · May 22, 2025
The Idaho FFA Foundation is a powerful resource focused on growing the next generation. Learn how it put on an event during state convention.
Honoring Brandon Devine: A Legacy of Service, Strength and Heart in New Mexico FFA
Madison Kenyon · May 22, 2025
This beloved leader and lifelong agricultural educator leaves behind a powerful legacy of service, mentorship and compassion that continues to inspire.
Community Support at the Annual Tioga FFA Banquet
Madison McNair · May 22, 2025
A California chapter reflects on its previous annual banquet ceremonies and relishes in this new era of community support and cooperation.
From Firehouse to FFA: Member Leads with Service, Strength and Purpose
Madison Kenyon · May 15, 2025
Meet Dustin Martin of the Goddard FFA Chapter in New Mexico. His experiences shaped him into a confident, dependable leader in FFA.
Welding Her Way: Hannah Solomon Builds a Business and a Legacy
Viviana Velazquez · May 13, 2025
This California FFA members turns welding into art with her business, Solo Steel.
A Legacy Rooted in Purpose: Honoring Charles Parker’s 45 Years of Service to California FFA
Viviana Velazquez · May 13, 2025
After decades of service, this state advisor is leaving behind a legacy of leadership, mentorship and impact across generations of students.
Ag Friends ‘Blooming’ in Support
Abigail Danley · May 9, 2025
Behind every thriving Nipomo FFA member is a team of passionate parents and community members making big dreams possible through Ag Friends.
Meet Brianne Shannon, the Brightest Soul on the Bear River Campus
Viviana Velazquez · April 30, 2025
As one of four agriculture educators for Bear River FFA, she constantly inspires students to reach for success.
A Legacy of Leadership
Jayda Goodson · April 29, 2025
Tony Johnson, an agriculture educator from Corona, N.M., is retiring after more 30 years of teaching. His service and impact leave a legacy.
Britta Kohn Is the Inspiration Behind Tioga FFA
Madison McNair · April 28, 2025
This agriculture teacher built her California chapter from the ground up by motivating students and shining a positive light on FFA.
Sparks of Creativity
Natalie Reed · April 27, 2025
CORE Butte FFA senior William Wasilchen has been hard at work designing and making masterpieces through his welding experience.
Planting the Seeds of Success
Samantha Aarup · April 26, 2025
AAEC-EM FFA member Chelsea Larkin grows and succeeds through her experiences in the FFA Agronomy Career Development Event.
From Hoosier Ground to Capitol Hill: Part 2
Lauren Argotte · April 26, 2025
Ava Woods is growing her passion for servant leadership and agriculture through her experience at the Washington Leadership Conference.
From Hoosier Ground to Capitol Hill: Part 1
Lauren Argotte · April 26, 2025
Cale Williams reflects on his time at the Washington Leadership Conference and how he continues to embrace servant leadership.
A Showmanship Success
Audrey DeCarli · April 16, 2025
Salinas FFA member Paige Nielsen was the first rabbit showman from her chapter in several years to compete at the Salinas Valley Fair.
Tips and Tricks for Raising a Market Hog
Natalie Reed · April 9, 2025
Whether you’re new to the barn or looking to step up your game, this guide is packed with must-know tips, training tricks and more.
Sugar-Salem FFA Members Learn Leadership at Summer Camp
Sarah Jones · April 2, 2025
Learn how members from this Idaho FFA chapter utilize their leadership skills through attending a state-level summer camp.
Traveling Trophy: Idaho District Shares FFA Adventures
Sarah Jones · March 31, 2025
See how the North Upper Snake River District officer team brought chapters together through fun social media challenges.
Recap the Sacramento Leadership Experience With Wyatt Thompson
Viviana Velazquez · March 25, 2025
Interested applying for in this California FFA conference? Learn about it through the experiences of a past participant.
Local FFA Chapter Ignites Passion With Daffodils
Trent Oney · March 25, 2025
A team of Sumner FFA members created interactive lessons for elementary students about the importance of this flower.
Tioga FFA Member Takes on Speaking Competition
Madison McNair · March 25, 2025
Erin McNair shares how she selected her topic of agricultural literacy and what it felt like to represent her chapter.
The Importance of Agricultural Education
Samantha Aarup · March 25, 2025
Agricultural education helps students and consumers alike learn about agriculture’s importance and addresses misconceptions.