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Six students selected to serve as 2025-2026 National FFA officers

Six students from across the country have been selected to serve the FFA for the next year.

Trey Myers of Oklahoma is the newly elected National FFA President.  

“If I could pull anything away from our organization it’s that it teaches us the difference between success and significance,” he says. “Simple little moments are how I want to lead this year as the National FFA President. To make sure that I’m noticing the people that are having a rough day and asking them if they’re okay. Even if the moment feels small, it may be really big to them.”

AUDIO: Trey Myers, National FFA President

National FFA Secretary Lilly Nyland of Michigan says she wants to highlight the organization’s student membership. 

“They’re becoming the next generation of leaders that will change the world,” she says. “I’m excited to highlight them at stakeholder visits and through encouraging conversations. That’s what I’m really excited to do. More people need to know about our amazing members, because they’re ready to serve the world.”

AUDIO: Lilly Nyland, National FFA Secretary

Eastern Region Vice President Joey Nowotny of Delaware says he hopes to be a reflection of the FFA’s membership.

AUDIO: Joey Nowotny, Eastern Region Vice President

Western Region Vice President Jael Cruikshank of Oregon says she’s thankful for the opportunity to serve.

AUDIO: Jael Cruikshank, Western Region Vice President

Southern Region Vice President T. Wayne Williams of Tennessee says he’s looking forward to engaging with members from different backgrounds. 

AUDIO: T. Wayne Williams, Southern Region Vice President

Central Region Vice President Claire Woeppel of Nebraska says although she doesn’t have a traditional ag background, she hopes to inspire FFA members to learn more about the industry.

AUDIO: Claire Woeppel, Central Region Vice President

Throughout their year of service, the officers will interact with business and industry leaders, thousands of FFA members and teachers, corporate partners, government and education officials, and the general public. The team will lead personal growth and leadership training conferences for FFA members nationwide and help establish policies to guide the future of FFA and the next generation of leaders.