During the annual Bio International Convention in May, FFA members in the Chicago area learned how agriculture plays an important role in the biofuels industry.
This photo, captured by The Chicago Tribune, highlights the difference between conventional corn (left) and genetically modified corn (right).
FFA is a dynamic youth organization that is part of agricultural education programs at middle and high schools. Founded as the Future Farmers of America, the name was changed in 1988 to reflect the growing diversity of agriculture. Today, student members are engaged in a wide range of curriculum and FFA activities, leading to over 300 career opportunities in agriculture. FFA is structured on three levels: local, state and national. The National FFA Organization is led by a board of directors and six student national officers.
