FFA Vocabulary

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FFA

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A national organization for students interested in agriculture, leadership, and community service, originally founded as the Future Farmers of America.

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Agriculture

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The science, art, and business of cultivating soil, producing crops, and raising livestock.

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Leadership

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The ability to guide, influence, or direct others toward achieving a common goal or objective, often emphasized in FFA programs.

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Service

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The act of helping or doing work for others, often a core component of FFA's mission to develop citizenship and community involvement.

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Career Development Events (CDEs)

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Competitive events where students showcase their agricultural knowledge and skills in various areas like public speaking, animal science, and mechanics.

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Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE)

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A hands-on learning project that allows FFA members to explore career paths in agriculture while applying what they've learned in the classroom.

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Chapter

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A local group of FFA members, typically affiliated with a school or community, that engages in activities and projects.

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National FFA Organization

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The nationwide governing body that oversees all FFA chapters, providing structure and support for agricultural education across the U.S.

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Mission

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The overarching goal or purpose of an organization, such as FFA's mission to "develop members' potential for premier leadership, personal growth, and career success."

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Emblem

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The symbol of FFA, which includes a plow, owl, rising sun, eagle, and the words "Agricultural Education" and "FFA."