Alaska FFA Association
Career and Leadership
Development Events
Career and Leadership Development events exist to give students a way to learn valuable skills in a way that is competitive and often fun! Explore the many events offered by Alaska FFA! For more events, visit
Leadership Development Events
(LDEs)
Creed Speaking
7-9th graders are welcome to compete by reciting the National FFA Creed.
Check out the official handbook HERE
Star Greenhand
Members competing in Star Greenhand must complete an interview, a test of their FFA knowledge, and present the FFA Creed by E.M. Tiffany.
Conduct of Chapter Meetings
7-9th graders utilize opening and closing ceremonies and communicate through debate.
Check out the official handbook HERE
Extemporaneous Speaking
Show off your ability to think on your feet by giving a speech with limited time to prepare.
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Star Discovery
Members 6-8 grade compete in teams of 4 to determine who has the most agriculture knowledge through an Ag Quizbowl!
Employment Skills
Get a leg-up in your future career by showcasing your best interview skills.
Check out the official handbook HERE
Prepared Speaking
Present a 6-8 minute speech on an agricultural topic of your choice!
Check out the official handbook HERE
Parliamentary Procedure
Conduct a mock-chapter meeting to showcase an efficient meeting.
Check out the official handbook HERE
Agricultural Issues
Research an ag. topic you are passionate about and present the pros and cons of it.
Check out the official handbook HERE
Career Development Events
(CDEs)
Agricultural Technology & Mechanics
Technical skills and problem solving come together for this multi-focused event.
Check out the official handbook HERE
Floriculture
Identify plants, create flower arrangements, and solve problems with your team in this event.
Check out the official handbook HERE
Environmental & Natural Resources
Demonstrate your knowledge of areas that affect soil, water and air!
Check out the official handbook HERE
Veterinary Sciences
Compete in hands-on practicums, use critical-thinking, and ID small and large animals.
Check out the official handbook HERE
Farm & Agribusiness Management
Fisheries & Marine Science
An Alaska-specific opportunity to showcase skills related to the marine science & fisheries industry.
Official state handbook HERE
Other Resources coming soon!