Assembly Resolution No. 406
BY: M. of A. Tague
COMMEMORATING the 100th Anniversary of New York
FFA
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize that
the quality and character of life in the communities across New York
State are reflective of the concerned and dedicated efforts of those
organizations and individuals who would devote themselves to the welfare
of the community and its citizenry; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its
long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to
commemorate the 100th Anniversary of New York FFA, to be celebrated at
its annual convention on May 7-9, 2025, at the New York State
Fairgrounds in Syracuse, New York; and
WHEREAS, Agriculture remains the economic engine of upstate New
York, and FFA continues to be a driving force in cultivating the next
generation of agricultural leaders; and
WHEREAS, Today, New York FFA serves more than 13,000 middle and high
school members in nearly 200 active chapters; over the course of the
organization's history, more than 521,000 students have engaged in the
development of premier leadership, personal growth, and career success
throughout the past century of New York FFA; and
WHEREAS, New York FFA is dedicated to making a positive impact in
the lives of students by developing their potential for premier
leadership, personal growth, and career success through agricultural
education; and
WHEREAS, Agricultural education continues to become more meaningful
and more relevant as our communities evolve; New York FFA is an
organization aspiring to prepare young people for careers and lifetimes
of empowered choices as consumers and citizens; and
WHEREAS, This incredible and storied organization encourages student
development of agricultural literacy, college and career readiness,
employability skills, workplace safety, and personal financial literacy
through individually developed Supervised Agricultural Experiences and
58 award and degree programs; and
WHEREAS, New York FFA supports student excellence through 76 unique
competitive events ranging from dairy quality and products to veterinary
science, and from welding to environmental systems agriscience research;
by developing student interests and skills, New York FFA serves as a
committed piece of the talent pipeline for careers in agriculture, food
science, natural resources management, power, structural and technical
systems and more--careers essential to New York's economy and the
well-being of all New Yorkers; and
WHEREAS, New York FFA opens the walls of the agriculture classroom
to the world through competitions, events, networking, recognition, and
community; FFA students believe they can positively transform the field
of agriculture by collaborating with peers and esteemed leaders in the
industry, while also working to educate others on the importance of
agriculture and community service; and
WHEREAS, This year's centennial New York State FFA Convention theme
is "Excelsior: Legendary Foundations. Limitless Futures"; and
WHEREAS, Through the annual convention and a variety of programs,
sessions, and events, students grow as public speakers, run committees
and meetings, participate in team challenges to navigate differences and
solve problems collaboratively; they also develop growth mindsets and a
richer personal understanding of their talents, passions, and ambitions;
and
WHEREAS, Students in attendance of this year's New York State FFA
Convention will compete in Career and Leadership Development Events
(CDEs/LDEs); participate in hands-on agricultural workshops,
service-learning projects, and livestock learning clinics; explore
educational and career opportunities with agricultural colleges,
businesses, and industry leaders; hear from inspiring keynote speakers
and student presenters; and be recognized for their outstanding
achievements during the 2024-2025 school year; and
WHEREAS, The FFA motto, "Learning to Do, Doing to Learn, Earning to
Live, Living to Serve," gives its members impactful, guiding words to
consider in the course of all their meaningful life pursuits; and
WHEREAS, Agricultural education in New York affects and instructs
students in all parts of the State, and through their efforts, the
officers and members of New York FFA are achieving increased levels of
national recognition for themselves, their schools, and their
communities, while simultaneously advancing the field of New York
agriculture; and
WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize and
applaud the leaders of commerce and industry whose accomplishments
contribute to the economic health and prosperity of the communities of
the State of New York and to the quality of life of its people; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commemorate the 100th Anniversary of New York FFA; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to New York FFA.
