Who is eligible to participate in FFA?

Participation in FFA is open to any student who is enrolled in an agricultural education program. This inclusivity allows for a diverse group of students to engage with agricultural education, leadership development, and career opportunities related to the agricultural industry. Being involved in an agricultural education program ensures that members are learning pertinent skills and information that will serve them well within the organization and in future careers in agriculture.

The other options limit participation in ways that are not aligned with the mission of FFA, which aims to provide opportunities for all students interested in agriculture, regardless of their specific level of education or prior experience in leadership roles. For example, restricting participation to only high school seniors excludes younger students who are equally interested and motivated. Additionally, focusing only on those interested in environmental science or requiring prior leadership experience would unnecessarily narrow the membership base and diminish the organization's broad goals of promoting agricultural awareness and leadership.