2026 Kansas Golden Owl Award Winner Announced
Dr. Kelly Hoelting, agricultural education teacher and FFA Advisor at Mission Valley High School in the East Central FFA District, received the 2026 Kansas State Golden Owl Award during the 98th Kansas FFA Convention, May 27–29, 2026, on the Kansas State University campus. Dr. Hoelting was described by nominators as someone who continually encourages students […]
Kansas FFA Members Named Proficiency Award Winners
Agricultural Proficiency Awards honor FFA members who, through supervised agricultural experiences, have developed specialized skills that they can apply toward their future careers. Kansas FFA members in 41 different areas we named champions in their respective area at the 98th Kansas FFA Convention in May 2026, and will represent Kansas FFA at the 99th National FFA […]
Seven Ag Teachers Named Golden Owl Finalists
The Kansas FFA Foundation announced the seven district-level finalists for the 2026 Golden Owl recognition — ag teachers from across the state who were nominated by students, parents, colleagues, and community members for their exceptional service to students, FFA chapters, and their communities. Each district finalist will receive a $500 check and an engraved plaque […]
Foundation sets new one-day giving record
MANHATTAN, Kan. – Supporters across Kansas and beyond rallied on Thursday, Feb. 26, to support agricultural education, raising $106,032. These contributions were made by 545 individual donors during Give FFA Day. The outpouring of support underscores a strong commitment to the 14,159 Kansas FFA members in 242 FFA chapters across Kansas. Kansas once again ranked […]
Breakout Meats Invitational
Please join us for our annual meat judging contest held in Fort Scott, Kansas on Wednesday, January 28th. Please RSVP by January 23rd. I’m sure I missed something, so please reach out if any information is missing! We are working with a local vendor on unique, custom prizes for this event. The entry fee is […]
Kansas FFA Members Compete at 98th National FFA Convention
Congratulations to the following Kansas FFA members who competed at the 98th National FFA Convention and Expo in Indianapolis, Indiana: Career and Leadership Development Events: Proficiency Awards Agriscience Fair Notable Accomplishments
Kansas FFA Foundation Awards Blue Jacket Grants
MANHATTAN, Kan. — The Kansas FFA Foundation proudly announces that 55 Kansas FFA members have been selected to receive official FFA jackets through the Gift of Blue program for 2025. Made possible by generous sponsors, including McDonald’s Owners and Operators of the Southern Plains in Kansas, Sturgis Enterprises, MKC Cooperative, MFA Oil, Mike and Mary […]