Over the last three Agriculture Censuses, it has been recorded that Black farmers have increased but the land owned and operated has decreased.
In fall of 2022, the U.S. Department of Agriculture announced an investment in 52 urban agriculture projects across the United States. The government entity invested a total of $14.2 million to the projects, allowing the recipients of these monies to expand their reach and surpass barriers in access that would have previously hindered them from […]
What does National FFA plan to do with its diversity outreach sessions and how will they address the apparent inequities before our urban ag students?
Chobani has partnered with North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University to award agricultural students over $125,000 in scholarships.
In support of the largest youth organization in the world, Tractor Supply has dedicated its stores across the country to supply limited-edition National FFA Convention & Expo graphic T-shirts.
On Sept. 28, 2022, the NWIAA will be holding a march to let their voices be heard — they will be journeying to Capitol Hill, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s offices, and the White House. Their hope is that their voice would be loud enough to garner attention and finally get the meeting with President Joe Biden they have been asking for.
Leaders in 22 states spoke up after the USDA wanted SNAP benefits to better address sexual orientation and gender inclusion.
Cornell University has hired Caitlyn McFadden as an Urban Agricultural Education and FFA Specialist to support the greater NYC Metro Area’s agricultural education programs.
The U.S, especially industries like agriculture that are very laborious, has two paths forward to address policies halting immigration labor and amnesty.
As FFA advisors, local supporters, administrators, or the like, it’s our job to get our alumni and students connected to provide them with the opportunity to develop relationships that will grow our chapters.