The excitement is building as National FFA Convention nears

The countdown to the 96th National FFA Convention is down to just days! And excitement is building around the country as FFA members and chapters prepare for and begin their trek to Indianapolis for four days in a sea of blue, gathering together to celebrate their accomplishments, their chapters, and learn how to be better leaders.

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Here’s some of what we’ve seen from FFA members and chapters around the country in the last few days:

The dances commence as the days until the convention get fewer. Getting hyped is all part of the fun! Here’s a little on what to expect when you get to Indy.

@lakelandffa23 Getting hyped for national ffa #FFA #nationalffaconvention @Maddie 🪶⚡️ @◆𝕋𝕒𝕪𝕝𝕠𝕣 ℍ𝕠𝕨𝕖◆ ♬ original sound – LAKELANDFFA

@nationalconvention2023 grayce’s hair: 🔥🔥🔥 #FFA #tennessee #TN #nationalffaconvention #nationalffaconvention2023 #blonde #rodeo #brunette #futurefarmersofamerica #truck #indiana #adam #dinosaur #corngold #nationalblueandcorngold #nationalblue #rodeotok #barbie ♬ Running through my mind – N.

For those competing in national contests, the days leading to the convention may have been a little more stressful.

@bigtuck1roh Wish me luck at nattys. I’ll need it🥲 #ffa #agriculture #livestock #showstock #fyp #nationalffaconvention ♬ original sound – Sam 🦆

And for those of us in warmer states … the weather forecast may have FFA members bundling up in preparation (Texas, we see you!)

@farmer.froberg See you in Indianapolis! #nationalffaconvention #nationalffa #texasffa #visitindy #ageducation ♬ original sound – Farmer.Froberg

For those on the way to Indy, mind your packing list. But leave some room for swag!

@mattie_richards23 We definitely didnt overpack. #nationalconvention2023 #ffa #stateofficer #arizona #agriculture #flying ♬ original sound – braydin

Keep an eye out for bracelets to trade, and be sure to bring yours along if you want to get in on the swap.

@cainsville.ffa bracelets!!!! #fyp #ffa #nationalconvention2023 #viral #inmyffaera #cainsvilleffa ♬ Watermelon Moonshine – Lainey Wilson

Some of the chapters have already landed and are seeing the sights. Meanwhile, others are making the drive from nearby states.

@mattie_richards23 Can’t wait for everyone to get here! #nationalconvention2023 #ffa #arizona #agriculture ♬ original sound – ItsVyvica

@emgraceg2 MO -> IN😃🐄 #nationalffaconvention #teachag #otwtoindy ♬ Everybody Wants To Rule The World – Tears For Fears

Enjoy the shopping and eating out with your chapter. We’ll be thinking about the dedicated FFA advisors and hoping they come home well within budget.

@emmalehmannaged Students gotta eat and we want them to experience one “fancy” meal at least! #teaching #ffa #teachersoftiktok #agteacher #ffaadvisor #nationalffaconvention ♬ original sound – Dumb.Finance

However you or your FFA chapters are preparing, traveling, or arriving at the National FFA Convention, it’s sure to be an experience like no other. Make sure to savor every moment through the next week!