FFA members and supporters from across the country will celebrate agriculture and agricultural education during the 97th National FFA Convention & Expo in Indianapolis. This time-honored tradition will be held Oct. 23-26.
The National FFA Organization is the nation’s premier school-based youth leadership development organization with more than 1 million members and 9,000 chapters in rural, suburban, and rural schools in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
“Throughout the year, FFA is focused on career success and personal development for every student member, no matter what path they choose after high school graduation,” says Mandy Hazlett, associate director of convention and events management programs. “The 97th National FFA Convention & Expo is a culmination of hard work throughout the members’ year as well as a prime opportunity to network with others from throughout the country.”
The National Convention & Expo is the largest gathering of FFA members each year. Attendees have the opportunity to compete, explore more than 350 careers, meet other members from across the country, shape the future of the organization, enjoy entertainment opportunities, and more.
By The Numbers
Students will have the chance to talk with 65 universities from across the country about their programs ranging from agriculture engineering to business management.
475 FFA members from across the country will convene during the 97th National FFA Convention & Expo serving their role as convention delegates and conducting the organization’s official business.
4,805 American FFA Degrees will be awarded during the 97th National FFA Convention & Expo, to outstanding members for their achievements in agricultural education and FFA.
FFA members will make an estimated 4,000 loom potholders in collaboration with Meals on Wheels on the Expo Hall floor in the Indiana Convention Center. Potholders will be given to volunteers who hand out warm meals to homebound seniors and to those receiving the meals.
An estimated 3,185 delegates and FFA members will serve at 24 local non-profits to give back to the greater Indianapolis area.
The convention’s more than 65,000 visitors and use of the Indiana Convention Center, Lucas Oil Stadium, Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Indiana State Fairgrounds, and more than 100 hotels in Central Indiana will impact the region with an estimated $40 million in economic activity. The convention has been in Indianapolis since 2016 and it is scheduled to remain there at least through 2033.
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