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FFA Colors:
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Corn Gold and National Blue
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FFA Motto:
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Learning to Do
Doing to Learn
Earning to Live
Living to Serve
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FFA Creed:
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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.
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FFA Symbols:
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---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.
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FFA Emblem:
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The words "Agricultural Education" and "FFA" are emblazed in the center to signify the
combination of learning and leadership necessary for progressive agriculture.
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FFA Mission Statement:
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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.