There are more than a million reasons to celebrate National FFA Week
People across the country will celebrate National FFA Week from Saturday, February 15, through Saturday, February 22. This event gives the organization’s more than one million members, as well as alumni and supporters, the opportunity to come together with the common goal of sharing FFA’s value and impact from their own hometown.
The National FFA Organization works to develop young leaders through classroom instruction in agricultural education, leadership opportunities, and hands-on learning (known as SAEs or Supervised Agricultural Experiences). This is the first time National FFA Week has been celebrated since the record-breaking announcement of the organization’s milestone of reaching more than one million members.
“National FFA Week serves as a powerful reminder of the vital role that agricultural education and leadership development play in shaping our future,” said National FFA Advisor Dr. Travis Park. “It’s a time of celebration and reflection as FFA members, advisors, and supporters come together to honor the impact of this extraordinary organization. National FFA Week strengthens the bond between members and their communities, ensuring the legacy of agriculture and education thrives for generations to come.”
The six National FFA Officers will connect with chapters throughout the week by leading workshops, delivering keynotes and interacting with students on a more personal level. President Thad Bergschneider will be traveling to South Dakota. Secretary Luke Jennings will be traveling to Washington. Central Region Vice President Mary Schrieber will be traveling to South Carolina. Eastern Region Vice President Caroline Groth will be traveling to North Dakota. Western Region Vice President Abigale Jacobsen will be traveling to Missouri. Southern Region Vice President Jack Lingenfelter will be traveling to Pennsylvania.
“FFA Week is a celebration of what makes our organization impactful… and what is it? What turns shy, reserved middle schoolers and freshmen into confident 1,027,273 MEMBERS
8.6% increase over previous year (945,988)
42.5% Female 48% Male .4% Nonbinary 9.1% Undisclosed communicators? What learning could possibly result in hours of bus rides after school, working when it is not required, and serving when it is not asked for?” said Thaddeus Bergschneider, 2024-25 National FFA President. “For me, it’s answered with three gavel taps and a room full of united voices saying, ‘to practice brotherhood, honor agricultural opportunities and responsibilities, and develop those qualities of leadership which an FFA member should possess.’ That statement is the way we start every meeting, and I find it pretty fitting to kick off our 2025 FFA Week with the same reminder. Let’s enjoy the brotherhood and community of our organization, honor the industry that challenges us to change the world, and let’s dedicate ourselves to exemplifying the character of our organization.”
