Agriculture is more than planting and harvesting. It involves science, business and more. There’s no doubt that some of today’s 700,000-plus FFA members are tomorrow’s future biologists, chemists, veterinarians, engineers and entrepreneurs.
2020’s National FFA Week (Feb. 22-Feb. 29) is a time for FFA members to host activities that raise awareness about the role of FFA in the development of agriculture’s future leaders and the importance of agricultural education. < video link >
Source: Future Farmers of America. Link. FFA is the premier youth organization preparing members for leadership and careers in the science, business and technology of agriculture.
INSIGHTS: FFA week is a good excuse for animal health pros to visit with school instructors, adult sponsors and lend support to the next generation of ag and life sciences students.