FFA is celebrating ‘National FFA Week’ here in February and members of the Pana FFA Chapter took a moment to talk their activities, fundraisers, what FFA means to them, and much more. FFA or ‘Future Farmers of America’ is not just agriculture and livestock, it’s public speaking, building confidence and relationships, and career development. Matt McFarland, Pana FFA Chapter President and Clyde Witt, Secretary, start by telling about their plans had for the week of celebration. Some of their favorite activities are shared and how the schools and community are able to get involved.

Fundraisers and community support are key to the success of your local chapter. Witt and McFarland share what the Pana FFA Chapter has done to raise funds, past and present.

The two want those that could be interested but think they may not belong in FFA, to know that FFA is welcome to anyone.

As for what FFA has done for Witt and McFarland, both share the skills and traits gained from their involvement.

Learn more about the Pana FFA Chapter on their Facebook page. You can also visit www.ilaged.org. 

Matt McFarland and Clyde Witt appeared as guests on the WTIM Morning Show during National FFA Week.