The five symbols of the FFA emblem

The National FFA Organization now boasts a record-high membership of more than 760,000.

The organization has chapters at the local, state, and national levels, all of which frequently wear the famous blue jacket.

The jacket itself has a proud history dating all the way back to the 1930s, but the emblem on each jacket also has a deeper meaning.

The organization’s national emblem features five symbols representing the history, goals, and future of the National FFA Organization. Each symbol has its very own meaning.

The cross-section of the ear of corn provides the foundation of the FFA emblem. Corn has historically served as the foundation crop of American agriculture. It also serves as a symbol of unity because corn is grown in every state of the nation.

The rising sun is for progress, holding the promise that a new day will be glowing with opportunity.

The plow signifies the labor and tillage of the soil. The plow is the backbone of agriculture and the backbone of our nation’s strength.

The eagle represents the freedom of the nation and new horizons in the future of agriculture.

The owl is for wisdom. It represents the knowledge required to be successful in the agriculture industry.