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FFA
FFA is an agriculture-based student organization that focuses on preparing students for their future careers in the agriculture industry. FFA changed their name to stand for the National FFA Organization in 1988 as opposed to their previous name “Future Farmers of America” as their membership became more diverse. Most members now didn’t grow up on farms, nor do they plan on becoming farmers, but they have a passion for agriculture and leadership in some form. FFA has many opportunities that most aren’t aware of. Every year, the organization hosts multiple leadership conferences in each state. These conferences aren’t directed toward agriculture; it’s strictly learning new leadership skills while making friends…