Zoetis Partners to Support FFA

Zoetis Partners to Support FFA The annual program has donated millions to local FFA chapters since 2008.
PARSIPPANY, N.J. — Feb. 20, 2025 — For 17 years, Zoetis has proudly partnered with veterinarians and animal health distributors to nurture the next generation of agricultural leaders through its Industry Support Program. From Feb. 1 through April 30, 2025.  Zoetis Partners to Support FFA 
“We owe the year-over-year success of the Industry Support Program to our customers,” said Kristin Kasselman, Senior Vice President, Head of U.S. Livestock and Equine, Zoetis. “FFA chapters use program funds in numerous ways, including covering travel costs for conferences, funding scholarships, and supporting community projects. Zoetis is proud to offer a unique way for customers to make a difference in their own communities and support the future leaders of agriculture.”

Zoetis Partners to Support FFA Program Raises $375,000

In 2024, the program raised over $375,000 with 689 FFA chapters benefiting from the contributions. A significant majority of participating chapters said the Industry Support Program provided crucial assistance for defraying travel costs and fees associated with member activities.

Develop Skills

“This funding allows FFA members to access opportunities and experiences that will serve them well as they develop leadership skills and prepare for agriculture careers,” added Molly Ball, President of the National FFA Foundation. “Zoetis’ Industry Support Program exemplifies how businesses can make a tangible impact on local FFA chapters, opening doors for young leaders to develop essential skills and prepare for impactful careers in agriculture.”
The 2025 Industry Support Program started Feb. 1, 2025, and will conclude April 30, 2025. Zoetis customers have until May 5, 2025, to enroll and designate their preferred FFA chapters. To learn more about the program and how to contribute, please contact your local Zoetis representative or visit ZoetisUS.com/IndustrySupport.

About Zoetis

As the world’s leading animal health company, Zoetis is driven by a singular purpose: to nurture our world and humankind by advancing care for animals. After innovating ways to predict, prevent, detect, and treat animal illness for more than 70 years, Zoetis continues to stand by those raising and caring for animals worldwide – from veterinarians and pet owners to livestock farmers and ranchers. The company’s leading portfolio and pipeline of medicines, vaccines, diagnostics and technologies make a difference in over 100 countries. A Fortune 500 company, Zoetis generated revenue of $8.5 billion in 2023 with approximately 14,100 employees. For more information, visit www.zoetis.com.
Zoetis Partners to Support FFA

About National FFA Organization

The National FFA Organization is a school-based national youth leadership development organization of more than 945,000 student members as part of 9,163 local FFA chapters in all 50 states, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The FFA mission is to make a positive difference in the lives of students by developing their potential for premier leadership, personal growth and career success through agricultural education. For more, visit the National FFA Organization online at FFA.org and on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn.
 
Zoetis Partners to Support FFA

About National FFA Foundation

The National FFA Foundation builds partnerships with industry, education, government, other foundations and individuals. To secure financial resources that recognize FFA member achievements, develop student leaders and support the future of agricultural education. A separately registered nonprofit organization, the foundation is governed by a board of trustees that includes the national FFA president, educators, business leaders and individual donors. For more, visit FFA.org/Give.
Zoetis Partners to Support FFA

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FFA Participants in New Century Farmer Conference

FFA Alumni Participate in New Century Farmer Leadership Conference

INDIANAPOLIS (Tuesday, July 9, 2024/National FFA Organization) – A select group of 50 FFA alumni from across the country will convene in Des Moines, Iowa, July 21-25 to discuss future issues and opportunities in the field of production agriculture. The annual New Century Farmer Conference convenes FFA alumni ages 18-24 who have demonstrated leadership in their studies and work experience, earning them a sought-after spot at the conference.
Since FFA programming is reserved primarily for middle and high school students, the New Century Farmer Conference offers former FFA members who have chosen to pursue careers in agriculture a look inside the business operations of farming. Attendees are interested in careers in agribusiness, agricultural education, animal systems, communications, food products and processing, natural resources, plant systems, and more. The students’ current farming and work experience ranges from managing 650 heads of cattle, 4,800 pigs, or 5,500 hogs to raising a small brood of hens to sell organic eggs to family and friends on the livestock side, and managing anywhere from 0 to more than 4,000 acres of crops on the plant side.
“The New Century Farmer Conference provides a pathway for FFA alumni to advance their leadership, personal and career skills,” said Allie Ellis, Associate Director of the National FFA Alumni & Supporters. “The conference is a dedicated time for attendees to explore diverse farm operations with industry experts and peers, and learn what it takes to launch and maintain a successful career in agriculture.”

Those attending the conference this year include:

Arizona
Reilly Rich
Arkansas
Austin Guyot
Colorado
Kole Hawkins
Connecticut
Malakai Adams
Claire Zess
Florida
Emily Acevedo
Georgia
Haigen Walker
Austin McMahan
Illinois
Benjamin Bremmer
Halie Kohl
Indiana
Jadin Seiler
Iowa
Beth Lamp
Zachary Chambers
Kansas
Aimee Kalb
Kentucky
Macey Thompson
Leslie Monhollen
Jenna Thompson
Luke Mullins
Louisiana
Abbygail Davis
Michigan
Ryleigh Jordan
Missouri
Bethany Foltz
Isabella Foltz
Emma Steele
Sophia Short
Jacob Heitman
Montana
Mackenzie Serrano
Sheridan Johnson
New Jersey
Timothy Bilyk
New York
Holly Niefergold
North Carolina
Sarah Holloman
Mylee Davis
Hanna Ball
Alleigh Johnson
Oklahoma
Ethan Stone
Oregon
Tayleur Baker
South Dakota
Dakota Jensen
Tennessee
Shelby Flynn
Charlie Majors
Texas
Taylor Hood
Casey Boersma
Aliyah Russell
Utah
Morgan Wilde
Virginia
Samuel Leach
Washington
Andrew Miles
Wisconsin
Mary Schrieber
Devani Hinkelmann
Henry Koerner
Sara Snortheim
Corporate support for the conference comes from Bunge, Case IH, Corteva Agriscience, John Deere, Farm Credit and Firestone Ag.
You can learn more about the National FFA Organization at www.ffa.org, and the New Century Farmer program at www.ffa.org/participate/conference/new-century-farmer.
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About National FFA Organization
The National FFA Organization is a school-based national youth leadership development organization of more than 945,000 student members as part of 9,163 local FFA chapters in all 50 states, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The FFA mission is to make a positive difference in the lives of students by developing their potential for premier leadership, personal growth and career success through agricultural education. For more, visit the National FFA Organization online at FFA.org and on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn.
About National FFA Foundation

The National FFA Foundation builds partnerships with industry, education, government, other foundations and individuals to secure financial resources that recognize FFA member achievements, develop student leaders and support the future of agricultural education. A separately registered nonprofit organization, the foundation is governed by a board of trustees that includes the national FFA president, educators, business leaders and individual donors. For more, visit FFA.org/Give.

July 2024

Article and photo courtesy of ffa.org

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