Nutrien Ag Solutions has supported the Future Farmers of America for 45 years and more

Oct 16, 2024
By Andrew Joseph
Assistant Editor, North American Content, Farms.com

Nutrien’s multi-year commitment of nearly $850,000 to the National FFA Organization supports the empowerment of future agriculture leaders.

Nutrien Ag Solutions, Inc.—headquartered in Loveland, Colorado—has announced it is continuing its support of the National FFA Organization (Future Farmers of America) through a three-year investment of $850,000.

Spanning from 2024 to 2026, the annual contribution of $282,500 is strategically allocated to enhance the FFA's broad programs. These funds are directed towards competitive event support for members, comprehensive professional development for advisors, and a notable scholarship of $10,000 for National FFA Officers at their service year's end. The initiative also includes support for alumni chapters, strengthening the foundation for ongoing agricultural engagement and learning.

“Nutrien Ag Solutions and our legacy companies have supported FFA for over 45 years. Although many things have changed during that time, the importance of FFA has remained the same,” commented Spencer Harris, Senior Vice President of Global Retail Operations for Nutrien Ag Solutions. “This organization creates a space for students interested in agriculture to grow their knowledge, confidence, and leadership skills. We are proud to continue to support FFA in providing this essential education for ag students.”

In addition to the new multi-year commitment, Nutrien Ag Solutions is also a Silver Sponsor of the national youth organization. On a more local level, Nutrien Ag Solutions branch and division teams support FFA chapters and students through a variety of educational and career development programs and activities.

“The lessons FFA students learn throughout their time donning the blue jacket will not only provide the building blocks for a successful career but the foundation for being a model member of their communities. We’re excited to see the next generation of ag leaders grow through this organization,” summed up Harris.

Nutrien Ag Solutions is the retail division of Nutrien Ltd., a leading global provider of crop inputs and services. They provide full-acre solutions through a global retail network of trusted crop consultants at more than 2,000 locations. Nutrien Ag Solutions strives to help growers achieve the highest yields with a wide selection of products, including their proprietary brands: Loveland Products, Inc., Proven Seed, and Dyna-Gro Seed. For more information, visit www.nutrienagsolutions.com.

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