Rapid City, S.D. – The 113 chapters and over 6500 members that make up the South Dakota FFA Association (SD FFA) will celebrate National FFA Week February 21-28. It’s a time to share what FFA is and the impact it has on members every day. National FFA Week embraces more than 98 years of FFA traditions while looking forward to the organization’s future. More than 1,042,245 members with a passion for agriculture participate in activities at local, state, and national levels.

Designated a national week in 1948, the week of George Washington’s birthday, National FFA Week runs from Saturday to Saturday, recognizing Washington's legacy as an agriculturist and farmer. The organization has been influencing generations that agriculture is more than planting and harvesting — it involves science, business, and more.

During National FFA Week, chapters and members conduct a variety of activities to help others in their schools and communities learn about FFA and agricultural education. Members of the SD FFA will celebrate by participating in activities including themed dress-up days, service projects, fundraisers, banquets, ag Olympic events, and educational activities within their school and community. “National FFA week is a special time for our organization and something we look forward to all year,” says Gerri Ann Eide, Executive Director of the South Dakota FFA Foundation. “We enjoy any time when we can help educate the public about agriculture, so having a week designated to that cause is valuable to us.”

Through agricultural education and hands-on learning, FFA members across the state and nation are preparing for over 300 unique career opportunities in the food, fiber, and natural resource industries.

About South Dakota FFA Foundation

The SD FFA Foundation is a 501c3 nonprofit whose mission is to support the leadership opportunities and activities of the SD FFA and agricultural education. We build partnerships with industry, education, government, other foundations, and individuals to secure financial resources which allow scholarships, financial assistance, and sponsorship of the SD FFA State Association’s activities in order to help grow leaders, build communities, and strengthen agriculture.