Rock the Oklahoma LDE Greenhand FFA Test 2026 – Ignite Your Leadership Passion!

State FFA associations recognize secondary agriculture education programs for students in grades seven through twelve. This range is important because it encompasses middle school and high school students, allowing them to engage in agricultural education and FFA activities earlier in their educational journey.

Starting at grade seven provides opportunities for students to begin developing their skills, knowledge, and interests in agriculture while they are still in middle school. This approach aims to foster a stronger foundation in agricultural concepts before students transition fully into high school, where more specialized instruction and leadership opportunities are available.

The inclusion of seven through twelve also reflects a broader strategy in agricultural education to reach younger students and encourage their involvement in FFA from an early age, thereby promoting lifelong learning and leadership in agriculture. Other grade ranges do not encompass all the potential early engagement opportunities for students aspiring to be involved in FFA and agricultural education.