Foundations of Ag 1.01

In what year did the Smith-Hughes Act establish funding for vocational agriculture in high school?

• 1917

• 1920

• 1935

• 1950

What was the original name of the organization that later became known as the National FFA Organization?

• Future Farmers of America

• New Farmers of America

• National Farmers Association

• Agricultural Students Union

Which year did the FFA and NFA merge?

• 1965

• 1950

• 1969

• 1988

What is one of the missions of the FFA?

• Develop premiere leadership, personal growth, and career success

• Focus solely on agricultural production

• Promote individual competition over teamwork

• Limit opportunities in agriscience

Which of the following is a competitive event in the FFA?

• Dairy Evaluation

• Crop Management

• Soil Testing

• Weather Forecasting

What is the primary goal of agricultural organizations related to the Agriscience Industry?

• To provide entertainment for farmers

• To allow professionals the opportunity to network, learn, and communicate

• To sell agricultural products directly to consumers

• To create new agricultural tools

Which organization is focused on creating and increasing opportunities for corn growers?

• North Carolina Pork Producers Council (NPPC)

• North Carolina Nursery and Landscape Association (NCNLA)

• Corn Growers Association (NCGA)

• American Quarter Horse Association (AQHA)

What is the mission of the North Carolina Christmas Tree Association (NCCTA)?

• To promote “real” Christmas trees through marketing and education

• To provide insurance for Christmas tree farmers

• To develop new species of Christmas trees

• To export Christmas trees internationally

Which organization is described as a family-oriented organization committed to serving its members through a variety of programs and services?

• NC Farm Bureau

• Carolina Farm Stewardship Assoc. (CFSA)

• Grange

• FFA Alumni

What does the American Quarter Horse Association (AQHA) primarily focus on?

• Promoting organic farming

• Being the world’s largest breed registry and membership organization

• Providing scholarships for agricultural students

• Developing new horse breeds