Minnesota FFA is collaborating with 4-H to host Ag Academy: Passion to Career, a three-day, two-night experience at the University of Minnesota Crookston and Northland Community and Technical College, from June 16 through 18, 2025. FFA members will end the experience at Waukon Dairy near Gary, MN, for Animal Science labs, including Breeding, Nutrition, and Dairy Management. Students will also have a farm equipment experience at John Deere in Thief River Falls.
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Youth who have completed grades 9-11 will be able to explore careers in agriculture, food, and natural resources while experiencing a college campus.
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This experience will provide fun, hands-on experiences with animals, communication, drones, welding, food, and more — all taught by college professors and industry leaders.
Ag Academy is offering transportation and will pick up at the following towns: Mankato, Willmar, Alexandria and Fergus Falls.
Conference Details
Cost - $100 (limited Scholarships available through the Minnesota FFA Alumni and Supporters)
Bus Transportation is available through a grant from Ag Country Farm Credit Services and provided by Nick Milbrandt, Blue Earth FFA)
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Where: U of M Crookston, Northland Community College, Thief River Falls.
Who: FFA members in grades 9-11 are encouraged to attend.
Registration fees include conference programming, supervision, materials, lodging, and meals. Transportation is available for free on the bus. Otherwise, transportation must be provided by the school/parent.
Attendees will be invoiced upon registration through their FFA chapter.
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For more about Minnesota FFA Conferences and events, please visit the Minnesota FFA Conferences page.