Intro to FFA Flashcards
(21 cards)
What do the letters FFA stand for
Future Farmers of America
What year was the FFA founded?
1928
What public law was granted making FFA a federal Charter for schools?
public law 740
What year did the National Future Farmer magazine start?
1958
What major milestone happened in 1965 that added enrollment to FFA?
consolidation
In 1969 another major event happened that increased enrollment. What was this event?
Female students were allowed to enroll
What year was the name changed from Future Farmers of America to the National FFA Organization?
1988
Why was the name changed?
Because not everyone was going to be a farmer
In 1989 the name of the Future Farmer Magazine was changed to what
New Horizons
Where was the National FFA Convention held each year?
Kansas city
Where is the National FFA Convention held at now?
Indiana convention center
What year did the National Convention move and why did it move
2006
List the four types of memberships in FFA?
Active, Alumni, Honory, collegiate
What are the official colors of the FFA?
National Blue and Corn Gold
How many symbols make up the FFA emblem?
5
Name three of these symbols.
cross section ear of corn, the rising plow, the sun
Name two of the guidelines for wearing the FFA Jacket.
keep it clean and neat, should be worn with the official FFA Tie or scarf
What is the official dress for FFA?
Offical FFA Attire
Name three of the Officers that we will elect this year for our FFA club.
Local chapter, President, Vice president
What does the Rising Sun stand for on the FFA Emblem?
symbolizes progress in agriculture and its confidence
BONUS: WHAT IS THE FFA MOTTO
Learning to do
doing to learn
earning to live
Living to serve
