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Future Farmers of America (FFA) chapters from all Walton County School District middle and high schools competed in the Georgia State FFA Convention on April 19-24, 2021. FFA members from all six chapters excelled in multiple areas at this year’s competition.

Held as a hybrid event, students across the state had opportunities to participate in online virtual experiences as well as a one-day, in-person awards ceremony. During the convention, attendees experienced motivational speakers, award presentations, exciting online exhibits and challenging Career Development Events (CDE).

“Congratulations to our FFA members and advisors on this exceptional showing at the state level," said Director of 6-12/CTAE Curriculum Celeste Cannon. “Agriculture remains the biggest industry in Georgia accounting for $72 billion of the state's economy.  FFA members are prepared for leadership in all areas of agriculture. We are so proud of these students and their ongoing pursuit of knowledge and excellence in this field.”

At the annual convention, FFA members, advisors, administrators and industry partners come together to celebrate the agricultural achievements, while continuing to develop leadership skills, personal growth and academic success.

This year, the county had a combined nine high school students receive the Honorary State FFA Degree. This is the highest honorary degree offered on the state level. It demonstrates the effort FFA members apply toward their supervised agricultural experience (SAE) and the outstanding leadership abilities and community involvement they exhibited through their FFA career.