FFA Creed & Code Of Ethics

Creed

I believe that to live and work on a good farm, or to be engaged in other agricultural pursuits, is pleasant as well as challenging; for I know the joys and discomforts of agricultural life and hold an inborn fondness for those associations which, even in hours of discouragement, I cannot deny.

I believe in leadership from ourselves and respect from others. I believe in my own ability to work efficiently and think clearly, with such knowledge and skill as I can secure, and in the ability of progressive agriculturists to serve our own and the public interest in producing and marketing the product of our toil.

I believe in less dependence on begging and more power in bargaining; in the life abundant and enough honest wealth to help make it so—for others as well as myself; in less need for charity and more of it when needed; in being happy myself and playing square with those whose happiness depends upon me.

I believe that American agriculture can and will hold true to the best traditions of our national life and that I can exert an influence in my home and community which will stand solid for my part in that inspiring task.

The Creed was written by E.M. Tiffany and adopted at the third National FFA Convention. It was revised at the 38th and 63rd conventions.

Code Of Ethics

FFA members conduct themselves at all times to be a credit to their organization, chapter, school, community and family. FFA members pledge to:

Develop my potential for premier leadership, personal growth and career success.

Make a positive difference in the lives of others.

Dress neatly and appropriately for the occasion.

Respect the rights of others and their property.

Be courteous, honest and fair with others.

Communicate in an appropriate, purposeful and positive manner.

Demonstrate good sportsmanship by being modest in winning and generous in defeat.

Make myself aware of FFA programs and activities and be an active participant.

Conduct and value a supervised agricultural experience program.

Strive to establish and enhance my skills through agricultural education in order to enter a successful career.

Appreciate and promote diversity in our organization.

Adopted by the Delegates at the 1952 National FFA Convention. Revised by the Delegates at the 1995 National FFA Convention.