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.
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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.
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Conduct of Chapter Meetings
7-9th graders utilize opening and closing ceremonies and communicate through debate.
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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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Check out the official handbook HERE
Star Discovery
Members 6-8 grade compete in teams of 4 to determine who has the most agriculture knowledge through an Ag Quizbowl!
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Employment Skills
Get a leg-up in your future career by showcasing your best interview skills.
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Check out the official handbook HERE
Prepared Speaking
Present a 6-8 minute speech on an agricultural topic of your choice!
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Check out the official handbook HERE
Parliamentary Procedure
Conduct a mock-chapter meeting to showcase an efficient meeting.
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Check out the official handbook HERE
Agricultural Issues
Research an ag. topic you are passionate about and present the pros and cons of it.
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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.
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Check out the official handbook HERE
Floriculture
Identify plants, create flower arrangements, and solve problems with your team in this event.
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Check out the official handbook HERE
Environmental & Natural Resources
Demonstrate your knowledge of areas that affect soil, water and air!
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Check out the official handbook HERE
Veterinary Sciences
Compete in hands-on practicums, use critical-thinking, and ID small and large animals. ​
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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.
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Official state handbook HERE
Other Resources coming soon!