2nd Try March Update
AGED ADMIN
March
1 – Proficiency, National Chapter apps due
5 – Chapter Report – Montana FFA Reporter, ffaau...@gmail.com
6 – Talent Applications Due
7 – Conrad Crops, Mechanic & Vet – Conrad
10 – Fergus LDE Event
17 – State Convention Registration Closes
31- April 4 – State FFA Conention – Great Falls
Northern Crops Insitute Registation Opens
The NCI Summer Ag Academy is a free, hands-on career exploration experience for high school students currently in grades 9–11 (grades 10–12 in the 2026–27 school year) who want to discover the exciting world of food science, animal science, international trade, and ag technology.
Hosted by the Northern Crops Institute on the North Dakota State University campus in Fargo, ND, this five-day program runs June 22–26, 2026, and offers students the chance to learn from industry pros, explore world-class facilities, and connect with others who share a passion for feeding the world. No prior ag experience is needed, just curiosity and enthusiasm! Housing, meals, and on-site transportation are covered provided by the sponsors of the program.
Participants will choose one of our track options to a be a part of during the entire academy.
Registration Opens March 16, 2026
Advancing Agriculture Grant
The application process for Advancing Ag-Ed for the 2025-27 cycle is open. You can utilize the National Program Benchmarks system under grants. $2000 per Full Time Teacher (FTE).
You will need to complete your NPB, Growth Plan and Google form.
State FFA Guidelines Folder
You can find most of the guidelines in the State FFA Guidelines Folders but you can do a search for a specific contest in the general google groups.
FFA Updates
Mark Your Calendars for the
Washington Leadership Conference
Registration for the 2026 Washington Leadership
Conference [ffa.org] will open at
6 p.m. EST on Wednesday, March 4. Interested in finding out more about the
student experience during WLC? Check out the WLC resources [ffa.app.box.com].
DEKALB® Agriculture Accomplishment Award Now Open for Submissions
Submissions for The DEKALB® Agriculture Accomplishment Award [pages.cropscience.bayer.us] are now open. Submissions [pages.cropscience.bayer.us] are due by Friday, March 13. Apply [pages.cropscience.bayer.us] today!
Grants Now Available from EPA
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced grants [epa.gov] are available for hands-on projects that help people better understand environmental changes in their community and how to address them. Funded projects [epa.gov] will focus on environmental education efforts that use modern tools and equip participants with the skills to make informed decisions and take responsible actions toward environmental stewardship. Applications [grants.gov] are due March 3. Apply [grants.gov] today!
AES Chapter Grant Program
The AES Chapter Grant Program supports local FFA Chapters advancing education, sustainability, and mental health in agriculture. Grants of up to $5,000 fund initiatives in agribusiness education, agricultural and energy innovation, or mental health. Applications are reviewed biannually, with the first funding cycle open Jan. 12–March 15. https://form.jotform.com/dealerp...@ffa.org/aes-chapter-grant-program [form.jotform.com]
National Teacher Ambassadors for FFA: 2026-27 Application
Open
Applications are now open for the
2026-27 National Teacher Ambassadors for FFA cohort. Applications close on
March 1. The National Teacher Ambassadors for FFA are selected and provided
training from the National FFA on various educator resources and experiences
offered by the organization. Once trained, teacher ambassadors serve in their
home state as a resource for other agricultural educators and answer questions
related to educator resources and experiences. Apply today!
[nffa-applications.smapply.io]
Resources Now Available on
African Swine Fever
USDA APHIS has developed a campaign, Protect Our Pigs [aphis.usda.gov], to help students learn about animal health and how to
protect U.S. swine from African swine fever. Interactive tools and educational materials
[aphis.usda.gov] are available now. In
addition, encourage your students to participate in the “Protect the Pigs” photo contest
[iprotectpigs.com], which runs through
March. 6. Sign up [public.govdelivery.com] today for updated information.
Veterinary Science Scenario
Guide Now Available
The Veterinary Science 2026 Scenario
Guide [ffa.box.com] is available and can
also be found in the handbook [ffa.org]
and the 2026 Focus Areas announcement [ffa.app.box.com].
NAAE Updates: For Every Age and Every Stage
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Teacher Resources:
1) Montana Range Days Workbooks
2) Toward a Sustainable Agriculture Curriculum