FFA members from across the country participated in the 98th National FFA Convention and Expo held in Indianapolis from Oct. 29 to Nov. 1. Louisiana FFA members participated in many competitive events and were recognized numerous times.
Read More
The 2024-25 National FFA Officer Team was elected today during the final session of the 97th National FFA Convention & Expo in Indianapolis.
Students from Illinois, Ohio, Kentucky, California, Georgia and Wisconsin were elected by National FFA Delegates to serve as 2024-25 National FFA Officers. They will lead the organization for the next year.
Read More
There's a new greenhouse at Northeast High School for its agriculture program.
"When I found out that we were getting a new greenhouse. I said that's one of the best things that could've happened here at Northeast," senior Tahj Turner said.
Turner said he enrolled in the class during his junior year.
Read More
Curious crowds gathered around swabs, microscopes and a simulated military working dog as two young Soldiers stationed at Fort Johnson offered a hands-on glimpse into Army veterinary careers during the 96th Louisiana National FFA Organization Convention, held June 2–3 at the Randolph Riverfront Center and the historic Hotel Bentley.
Assigned to the Fort Cavazos Veterinary Branch with duty at Fort Johnson, Pfc. Bailey Senften and Pfc. Amanda Rivera Miranda spent two days sharing their Army experiences with hundreds of agriculture and science students from FFA chapters across Louisiana.
Read More
It’s National Future Farmers of America Week and students around the country are celebrating.
FFA is a youth organization that educates members on agriculture and prepares them to take on leadership roles.
Read More
Louisiana FFA members were recognized numerous times at the 97th National FFA Convention and Expo held in Indianapolis on Oct. 23-26. FFA members from across the state participated in many competitive events, and top honors were taken home throughout the week.
Read More
She wears spotless white sneakers, he wears mud-tinged cowboy boots.
They’re walking together through downtown Indianapolis, past a wedding party where men in suits and women in traditional Indian gowns dance in the street, on their way to a coffee shop. The man, Colton Conley, was at the shop yesterday, where he found a latte he likes. He’s not much of a coffee drinker; there are no coffee shops where he’s from.
They’re both a long way from home.
Conley flew in from Louisiana, where he grew up on a cattle farm and attends Louisiana Tech, for the National FFA Convention.
Read More
Todd Tarifa, who has spent his career educating Louisiana’s young people through organizations and in the classroom, was named interim associate director of youth development for the LSU AgCenter effective Oct. 1.
He now oversees both Louisiana 4-H and Louisiana FFA, which together reach nearly 126,000 youths.
Read More
Former high school agriculture teacher and Louisiana FFA executive secretary Cade LeJeune has been appointed the executive director of Louisiana agricultural education and the Louisiana FFA advisor following a nationwide search.
Read More
Last week, Franklin’s FFA Chapter attended the 95th Louisiana FFA State Convention in Alexandria, LA and was recognized for numerous achievements!
A’larryen Fuselier and Benjamin Robicheaux were elected to serve more than 13,000 FFA members as State Officers this upcoming year. A’larryen will serve as the State President and Benjamin will serve as State Parliamentarian.
Read More
The excitement is building as the Louisiana FFA proudly presents a raffle opportunity that's capturing the hearts of agriculture and football enthusiasts alike. With just one month left until the draw date on December 15th, 2023, this unique fundraiser offers a chance to own a piece of Louisiana sports history – a one-of-a-kind New Orleans Saints XUV560E John Deere Gator, generously presented by Sunshine Quality Solutions.
Read More
The Louisiana FFA is thrilled to announce an exciting raffle opportunity that is sure to get fans of agriculture and football alike on the edge of their seats. This unique fundraiser features a chance to win a one-of-a-kind New Orleans Saints XUV560E John Deere Gator, generously presented by Sunshine Quality Solutions.
Read More
The LSU Ag Center Office of Youth Development is excited to announce the return of the highly anticipated 2023 Bash on the Bayou, proudly presented by Sunshine Quality Solutions. This Louisiana 4-H and FFA tailgate event is set to take place on October 21st in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, in celebration of the LSU vs. ARMY football game.
Read More
It takes a highly motivated individual to become a successful national FFA officer — an opportunity afforded to only six FFA members every year.
In May, State FFA staff initiated the national officer candidate application process. Each state can declare one candidate for the national FFA office annually — officer candidates must be active FFA members, hold the American FFA degree at the time of election, and retain active membership through their term of office.
Read More
Louisiana FFA is gearing up for an exciting school year after members wrapped up a busy summer that included officer training and a visit to the nation’s capital.
Read More