Agriculture does more than feed us; it fuels our cars, clothes our bodies, and powers our economy.
Recognizing that need, the National FFA Organization was founded in 1927 to create a pipeline from the classroom to careers in agriculture, empowering young people to lead the industry forward.
For the Ohio FFA Association, they had a question: “How can they make that pipeline even clearer for students ready to work?”
The answer came in 2023, when the Ohio FFA Foundation launched Ohio FFA Works, a first-of-its-kind program that connects students directly with ag employers across the state— offering real job opportunities right after graduation.
Shelby Brown, the Program Manager for the Ohio FFA Foundation, and Alex Lamma, a 2024 hiree of the Ohio FFA Works Program, spoke with RFD-TV’s Tammi Arender about bridging the gap between FFA and the ag industry, what companies are enrolled, and preparing for the workforce.
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This week in Washington, National FFA members are advocating for the agriculture industry on Capitol Hill for National Ag Day.
March 23, 2026 01:54 PM
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FFA Program Specialist Ashli Weinrich highlights how the FFA Next Gen Conference helps ag students explore career opportunities and build skills for the future.
March 16, 2026 03:59 PM
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Success requires more than talent — on this week’s FFA Today, agriculture students show us the hard work, dedication, and teamwork required to gain important skills outside of the classroom through the National FFA Organization.
February 09, 2026 01:17 PM
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February 02, 2026 02:43 PM
Auction manager and West Texas A&M University student Presley Graves joined us to discuss the growth of StockShowAuctions.com and its impact on youth in agriculture.
January 27, 2026 06:00 AM
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Lily Pryer’s passion shows how National FFA members are making an impact in classrooms and communities all across Rural America.
January 05, 2026 12:39 PM
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