MADISON, Wis. (May 9, 2022) – The Wisconsin Association of FFA will be hosting its 93^rd Annual Wisconsin State FFA Convention on June 13-16 at the Alliant Energy Center in Madison, Wis. The association is excited to come together to celebrate the accomplishments of the organizations over 253 chapters and 20,000 members during this past academic year.

“We are ecstatic to welcome FFA members, advisors, and guests to the 93rd Wisconsin FFA Convention. Students and adults have embodied our state theme, ‘The Time is Now,’ and that’s a cause for celebration. Between the historic achievements to be recognized, inspiring convention atmosphere, and sea of unified blue corduroy jackets, our Wisconsin FFA Convention is an event like no other!” said Ben Styer, Wisconsin State FFA President.

Cheryl Zimmerman, Wisconsin FFA Executive Director added, “The Wisconsin FFA Convention is an opportunity to celebrate students’ achievement through Agricultural Education and FFA.  Each year we are so excited to bring these students together along with their FFA advisors to provide an experience that connects them with chapters from across the state as well as sponsors, alumni and supporters. There are opportunities for competition, recognition and education all wrapped up in the week of convention so those in attendance leave reenergized as future leaders for the agricultural industry.”

Highlights for this year’s convention will include a keynote from National FFA Central Vice President Cortney Zimmerman, the Wisconsin State FFA Degree bestowed to over 300 FFA members, the announcement of the Wisconsin State Stars, recognition of award winners, competitions, workshops, and more. The 2022-2023 Officer Team will be announced on Wed night. Additionally, the association will recognize sponsors, alumni, and supporters whose commitment to Agricultural Education makes instilling premier leadership, personal growth, and career success within its members possible. 

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About Wisconsin Association of FFA:
The Wisconsin Association of FFA is a leading student organization due to the efforts of 253 FFA Chapters across the state. With a focus on premier leadership, personal growth and career success, students’ FFA activities complement agricultural classroom instruction by giving them an opportunity to apply their skills and knowledge while gaining real-world experience. These activities are dependent on donor funding through the Wisconsin FFA Foundation. The FFA is also supported by the Wisconsin FFA Alumni Association. For more information about Wisconsin FFA, the Wisconsin FFA Foundation and the Wisconsin FFA Alumni visit https://wisconsinaged.org.