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FFA History

Explore the history of agriculture, including important historical and technological developments, and the role of FFA. Learn key facts, presidents, and significant milestones.

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FFA History

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  1. FFA History Principles of Agriculture

  2. Objectives “I can statements” • Students will define agriculture and the agriculture industry • Students will identify important historical developments in agriculture • Students will explain major technological developments in agriculture

  3. What should we know about the history of Agriculture? Things to Consider • What does FFA stand for in our organization? • What is the mission and strategies of the FFA? • What year was FFA established? • How many states and provinces recognized in the FFA? (Name the provinces) • What act started the FFA? (Name & Year) • Where is the location of the national FFA headquarters? (Past & Present) • What were the cost of the 1st FFA Dues? • How many delegates were at the 1st FFA Convention? Reference: Official FFA Manual pgs:

  4. In FFA history we should know the following: • The National FFA Organization formerly known as the Future Farmers of America • To promote premier leadership, personal growth, and career success • 1928, Baltimore Hotel in Kansas City, MO • All 50 States, Puerto Rico and Guam • Smith Hughes Act of 1917 • Present: Indianapolis Indiana, Past: Alexandria, Virginia • 10 cents • 33 Delegates

  5. What should we know about the history of Agriculture? (Continued) Things to Consider • Who was the first president of the National FFA? • Who are the past presidents from KY? (3) • Who is the state FFA officer from the Lake Cumberland Region? • How many FFA members does Kentucky have in their membership? • How many FFA members does the United States have in their membership? • What year was the FFA Foundation started? • What year were African American first admitted into the FFA? • What year were girls admitted to the FFA? Reference: Official FFA Manual Pgs:

  6. In FFA history we should know the following: • Leslie Applegate • Howard Downing, Kenneth Kennedy, and Steve Meredith • Alex Land, Lake Cumberland State Vice President • 14,956 Members • 507, 763 Members • 1944 • 1965, New Farmers of America (NFA) • 1969

  7. What should we know about the history of Agriculture? (Continued) Things to Consider • What year did the FFA receive its charter from Congress? • Name the law that granted FFA its federal charter? • What are the two official magazines of the FFA? (Past & Present) • Who is the National FFA Advisor? • Who is the National FFA Executive Secretary? • Who is the National FFA Treasurer? • Where was the National FFA Camp held and what year was it founded? • Where is the National FFA Convention held? (Past (2) & Present? Reference: Official FFA Manual Pgs:

  8. In FFA history we should know the following: • 1950 • Public Law 740 • Past: The National Future Farmer, Present: FFA New Horizons • Larry D. Case • Steve Brown • Marion Fletcher • 1939, Alexandria, VA • Past: Kansas City, MO and Louisville, KY Present: Indianapolis, IN

  9. What should we know about the history of Agriculture? (Continued) Things to Consider • Cost of National & State FFA Dues • Emblem Parts (6) Explain each part • Colors • Motto • Salute • Responsibilities of FFA Members • What does the POA do for FFA Chapters? • When was the National FFA Alumni founded? Reference: Official FFA Manual Pgs

  10. In FFA history we should know the following: 1. National $ 7.00 State $ 5.00 Regional $ 2.00 Local $ 1.00 $15.00 2. Cross Section Ear of Corn: Foundation of the emblem like the corn has been the foundation crop. The Rising Sun: Progress and holds promise that tomorrow brings a new day. The Plow: Signifies labor and tillage of the soil, the backbone of agriculture. The Eagle: National symbol, reminds us of freedom and liberty to explore. The Owl: Symbol of wisdom, reminder of our freedom and knowledge we acquire through agriculture. The Words: Signifies the combination of learning and leadership necessary for progressive agriculture.

  11. What should we know about the history of Agriculture? (Continued) 3. National Blue & Corn Gold 4. Learning to Do Doing to Learn Earning to Live Living to Serve 5. Salute: The Pledge of Allegiance 6. Responsibilities of Members: a. Take a active part b. Decide and direct the activities of chapter c. Upholding the ideals and principles of the organization, as well as, participating in all chapter activities 7. Program of Activities: Organizes each chapter’s year, serving as a road map for planning activities and accomplishing goals. 8. 1971

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