FFA Colors:
Corn Gold and National Blue
FFA
Motto:
Learning to Do, Doing
to Learn, Earning to Live, Living to Serve.
FFA Creed:
I believe in the future of agriculture, with a faith born not of words
but of deeds--achievements won by the present and past generations of
agriculturists; in the promise of better days through better ways, even as the
better things we now enjoy have come to us from the struggles of former years. I
believe that to live and work on a good farm, or to be engaged in other
agricultural pursuits, is pleasant as well as challenging; for I know the joys
and discomforts of agricultural life and hold an inborn fondness for those
associations which, even in hours of discouragement, I cannot deny. I believe in
leadership from ourselves and respect from others. I believe in my own ability
to work efficiently and think clearly, with such knowledge and skill as I can
secure, and in the ability of progressive agriculturists to serve our own and
the public interests in producing and marketing the product of our toil. I
believe in less dependence on begging and more power in bargaining; in the life
abundant and enough honest wealth to help me make it so--for other as well as
myself; in less need for charity and more of it when needed; in being happy
myself and playing square with those whose happiness depends upon me. I believe
that American agriculture can and will hold true to the best traditions of our
national life and that I can exert an influence in my home and community which
will stand solid for my part in that inspiring task.
FFA
Symbols:
Owl- Long recognized
for its wisdom, symbolizes the knowledge required to be successful in the
industry of agriculture. Cross Section of Corn- Provides the foundation of the
emblem, just has corn has historically served as the foundation crop of American
agriculture. It is also a symbol of unity, as corn is grown in every state of
the nation. Plow- Signifies labor and tillage of the soil, the backbone of
agriculture and the historic foundation of our country's strength. Rising Sun-
Signifies progress and holds a promise that tomorrow will bring a new day
glowing with opportunity. Eagle- Is the national symbol which serves as a
reminder of our freedom and ability to explore new horizons for the future of
agriculture.
FFA
Emblem:
The words
"Agricultural Education" and "FFA" are emblazed in the center to signify the
combination of learning and leadership necessary for progressive agriculture.
FFA Mission
Statement:
FFA is a youth
organization designed to develop leadership and agriscience skills. FFA makes a
positive difference in the lives of students by developing premier leadership,
personal growth, and career success through agricultural education.