Union Grove FFA has grown to have over a 160 chapter members! We are a group that is steeped into traditions of Agriculture and always working for the future to feed the world. Agriculture isn't just stereotypical farming, but includes mechanics, business, technology, environment, plants, and animals...just as a start. FFA at UGHS is not only a part of the class, but also a social group for many students. Being a member of UGHS FFA also offers additional activities such as FFA Day at the Georgia National Fair, leadership activities, and helping the community in agricultural pursuits.
FFA provides the next generation of leaders who will change the world.
FFA Mission
FFA makes a positive difference in the lives of students by developing their potential for premier leadership, personal growth and career success through agricultural education.
To accomplish its mission, FFA:
- Develops competent and assertive agricultural leadership.
- Increases awareness of the global and technological importance of agriculture and its contribution to our well-being.
- Strengthens the confidence of agriculture students in themselves and their work.
- Promotes the intelligent choice and establishment of an agricultural career.
- Encourages achievement in supervised agricultural experience programs.
- Encourages wise management of economic, environmental and human resources of the community.
- Develops interpersonal skills in teamwork, communications, human relations and social interaction.
- Builds character and promotes citizenship, volunteerism and patriotism.
- Promotes cooperation and cooperative attitudes among all people.
- Promotes healthy lifestyles.
- Encourages excellence in scholarship.