Member News

California FFA members showed up at this year's National FFA Convention! Highlights include: California FFA members represented the Golden State well at this year's National FFA Convention! Highlights include: three national proficiency champions, two CDE national champions, one LDE national champion, one national agriscience champion, one national FFA talent winner, 10 Honorary American Degree recipients, 528 American Degree recipients, and many finalists!

Congratulations to everyone who competed in Indianapolis this year!

Submitted by Woodland FFA

In a testament to dedication and skill, Woodland FFA members achieved a remarkable feat by restoring a 1956 Cub Cadet lawn tractor found abandoned in Capay Valley, near the school. Over the course of two years, FFA member Jaxon Smee spearheaded the restoration efforts. Starting as a pile of rusted parts, the tractor was transformed through sheer determination and hard work.

By Piper Lakey, State FFA Reporter

In a whirlwind of travel, our officer team embarked on a statewide adventure this month, visiting schools across the state. Splitting into pairs, they crisscrossed California, connecting with chapters and helping FFA members develop their leadership skills.

Submitted by Miranda Pawling, Patterson High School Agriculture Teacher

Patterson FFA's poultry program has undergone a transformative change, thanks to the generous support of Wilco's FFA Grant Program. The grant provided $1,000 to extend the chapter’s poultry area, covering the construction of a shaded coop area.

Chapter Update: East Union FFA's Top 21 Trip: Celebrating Active Members

Submitted by Belle Beglinger, East Union FFA President

The East Union FFA chapter has a tradition that recognizes its most active members with a special end-of-year trip. Known as the "Top 21 Trip," it is an eagerly anticipated reward chosen by the newly elected officer team. This trip holds a special place in the hearts of East Union FFA members as it offers them a chance to explore new destinations and create lasting memories.

Chapter Update: Food and Ag Secretary Karen Ross Visits Hanford FFA

Submitted by Morgan Carroll, Hanford FFA Reporter

The 2022-23 State Officers have spent an entire year serving California FFA. Their service has enriched the lives of many members across the state as they served as ambassadors for agricultural education. During the conference, each officer has taken the stage to share their retiring address.

ONTARIO, Calif. —  Future Farmers of America (FFA) members and supporters from across the state of California returned to the Toyota Arena for the closing session of the 95th State FFA Leadership Conference in Ontario. 

Members that have served on the Executive Committee for the past year were recognized and thanked for their dedication to the organization. 

Conference Ambassadors, Courtesy Corps, and Press Corps members were also acknowledged for their assistance and efforts in helping make state conference successful. 

FFA State Talent finalists, Zena Scott (Brentwood-Liberty FFA) and Adrian Soto (Santa Rosa FFA), showcased their skills for California FFA members. Members voted on the winner of “FFA’s Got Talent” and the winner will be announced during the closing session tomorrow.