Minnesota FFA Holds 97th Annual Convention

Thousands of students in agriculture, food, and natural resources to attend event at University of Minnesota and State Fairgrounds

Apr. 7, 2026 at 9:01pm

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A bold, colorful silkscreen-style illustration featuring repeating images of a tractor, a laboratory beaker, and a tree seedling, representing the wide range of agricultural disciplines and innovations showcased at the Minnesota FFA convention.The vibrant energy and diverse interests of Minnesota's next generation of agricultural leaders will be on full display at the state's annual FFA convention.Minneapolis Today

The Minnesota FFA Association's State Convention will take place April 19-21 at the University of Minnesota and Minnesota State Fairgrounds. The event will feature general sessions, awards for top students, and competitions in over three dozen areas of agriculture, food, and natural resource sciences. New FFA chapters will also be chartered, and the state's premier FFA chapter will be named.

Why it matters

The Minnesota FFA Convention is a major annual event that showcases the state's top students in agriculture, food, and natural resources. It provides opportunities for career exploration, leadership development, and advancement to national competitions, supporting the next generation of agricultural professionals.

The details

The convention's theme is 'Believe,' and a team of state FFA officers will preside over the general sessions. The top four 'Star' awards will be presented on April 20, with finalists competing in categories like agriculture, agribusiness, production, and more. Nearly 400 members will also receive the Minnesota FFA's highest achievement, the State Degree. Prior to the convention, members competed in over three dozen subject areas, with first-place winners advancing to national competition. The event will also feature 23 Career Development Events, a 'Taste of CFANS' event from the University of Minnesota, and a Career Connections fair.

  • The Minnesota FFA State Convention will take place April 19-21, 2026.
  • The top 'Star' awards will be presented on the evening of April 20, 2026.

The players

Minnesota FFA Association

The state organization for the National FFA, supporting agricultural education and leadership development for students in Minnesota.

University of Minnesota

The host institution for the convention, offering career exploration experiences and a 'Taste of CFANS' event highlighting its College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resource Sciences.

Minnesota State Fairgrounds

The location for the Career Connections fair, where over 80 companies and organizations will participate.

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The takeaway

The Minnesota FFA Convention is a premier annual event that showcases the state's top agricultural students, provides career development opportunities, and supports the next generation of leaders in the fields of agriculture, food, and natural resources.