The FFA operates on local, state and national levels. Student members belong to chapters organized at the local school level. Agricultural education instructors serve as chapter advisors. Chapters are organized under state associations headed by an advisor and executive secretary, often employees of the state department of education. States conduct programs and host annual conventions.

Founded in 1928, the former "Future Farmers of America" brought together students, teachers and agribusiness to solidify support for agricultural education.

The Wisconsin FFA Association was founded in 1929.
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Some people may ask Why join? well...
-Make new friends
-Become a better leader
-Get to Travel
-Earn money and awards
-Being a part of a team
-Having fun
-Making positive choices
-Target career success
-Serving your community
-Outstanding conferences and conventions
-As well as if your are planning a career in animals being a part of the FFA will look great on you application.

Now you may ask how do I join?

How to Join FFA

FFA is not like a "club." It is one of three integral components of an agricultural education program: classroom instruction, supervised agricultural experience and life skills. Students between the ages of 12 and 21 who are enrolled in a course of instruction in agricultural education are eligible for membership. Your local school system must offer agricultural instruction and have an active FFA chapter for you to join however. To see if your school has a chapter or a local school does you can click this link which will take you to the Wisconsin state chapters list. If you want to join the Hartford FFA  just send Nick, Mr. Ehrenberg, or Mr. Hennes an email and we will get you stated on you way to becoming a Hartford FFA member.