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7:00am CDT

Livestock Management CDE (Districts 4-6)
Thursday April 3, 2025 7:00am - 9:00am CDT
The Nebraska Livestock Management Career Development Event is predominantly a team-based competition with an individualized knowledge based component. Teams of five (5) or six (6) students will work together to complete six different species-based (beef cattle, dairy cattle, horse, poultry, sheep, and swine) practicum exams that will test their knowledge regarding the scientific basis and practical application of livestock management concepts related to nutritional management, breeding, genetic, and reproductive management, quality assurance and herd health management, and business management that includes both marketing and product evaluation.
Thursday April 3, 2025 7:00am - 9:00am CDT
Animal Science Complex - R.B. Warren Arena UNL East Campus

7:00am CDT

Food Science & Technology CDE (Districts 1-12)
Thursday April 3, 2025 7:00am - 9:30am CDT
The Nebraska Food Science and Technology Career Development Event is designed to promote learning activities in food science and technology related to the food industry and to assist students in developing practical knowledge of principles used in a team decision-making process.
Thursday April 3, 2025 7:00am - 9:30am CDT
Food Innovation Center UNL Innovation Campus

7:00am CDT

Little Prairie Coffee Co. in the Railyard
Thursday April 3, 2025 7:00am - 6:00pm CDT
Little Prairie Coffee Co. will have their coffee truck parked on Canopy Street outside the Railyard and PBA. They offer a wide variety of hot or iced beverages and select breakfast and lunch items. Open Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday of convention!
Thursday April 3, 2025 7:00am - 6:00pm CDT
The Railyard 350 Canopy St, Lincoln, NE 68508

7:30am CDT

Agriscience Fair Event Breakfast
Thursday April 3, 2025 7:30am - 9:00am CDT
Breakfast meal function which includes an award ceremony recognizing all bronze, silver and gold finalists. Top 3 (golds) will be announced and invited to on-stage recognition. Registration required.
Thursday April 3, 2025 7:30am - 9:00am CDT
The Graduate 141 N Ninth St, Lincoln, NE 68508

7:30am CDT

Welding CDE (Districts 1-4)
The Nebraska Welding Career Development Event is designed to promote and create an interest in welding by providing opportunities for recognition through evaluation of the contestants' manipulative skills and general knowledge. These skills and knowledge correlate to the students preparation for employment in the broad field of welding, including agricultural and industrial welding.

7:30am CDT

Agronomy CDE (Districts 1-6)
Thursday April 3, 2025 7:30am - 9:30am CDT
The purpose of the Nebraska State Agronomy Career Development Event is to create interest and promote understanding in agronomy by providing opportunities for recognition through the demonstration of skills and proficiencies. It also gives students an opportunity to explore career opportunities available in agronomy and encourages students to pursue careers in agronomy.
Thursday April 3, 2025 7:30am - 9:30am CDT
Nebraska East Union - Great Plains Room UNL East Campus

7:30am CDT

Loving Cup Coffee Truck on East Campus
Thursday April 3, 2025 7:30am - 4:00pm CDT
Loving Cup Coffee Truck will be open on East Campus. Parked on the sidewalk north of the East Campus Union.
Thursday April 3, 2025 7:30am - 4:00pm CDT
North of the East Campus Union UNL East Campus

8:00am CDT

Parliamentary Procedure Prelims
Thursday April 3, 2025 8:00am - 11:30am CDT
Parliamentary Procedure Leadership Development Event Prelims
Thursday April 3, 2025 8:00am - 11:30am CDT
The Cornhusker 333 S 13th St, Lincoln, NE 68508

8:00am CDT

Ag Issues Academy
Thursday April 3, 2025 8:00am - 12:15pm CDT
Ag Issues Academy
Thursday April 3, 2025 8:00am - 12:15pm CDT
The Cornhusker 333 S 13th St, Lincoln, NE 68508

8:00am CDT

Nebraska FFA Foundation Expo
Thursday April 3, 2025 8:00am - 4:00pm CDT
Thursday April 3, 2025 8:00am - 4:00pm CDT
Pinnacle Bank Arena Concourse 3 400 Pinnacle Arena Dr, Lincoln, NE 68508

8:30am CDT

Leadership Academy #10 - Leveling Up Your Game: Mastering Professionalism
Thursday April 3, 2025 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
In today's fast-paced world, standing out isn't just about having good grades or being the best at sports. It's also about how you present yourself and interact with others. Level Up Your Game is a dynamic workshop designed to help you master the skills of professionalism and give you a competitive edge.
Thursday April 3, 2025 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
The Cornhusker 333 S 13th St, Lincoln, NE 68508

8:30am CDT

Leadership Academy #11 - Essentials of Engagement
Thursday April 3, 2025 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
All success in any chapter begins with not just being there but being active in their chapters. In this fun, interactive workshop participants will learn the key strategies for engaging members so that your chapter will be more interactive, productive and effective.
Thursday April 3, 2025 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
The Cornhusker 333 S 13th St, Lincoln, NE 68508

8:30am CDT

Leadership Academy #12 - Changing Habits to Change Your Life
Thursday April 3, 2025 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
We are creatures of habit. Whether we like them or not, our daily habits are a big part of who we are. To grow as people and leaders we must form good habits and break bad ones. This interactive, research-backed workshop will teach students what drives their daily habits, how to change them, and how to grow one small action at a time.
Thursday April 3, 2025 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
The Cornhusker 333 S 13th St, Lincoln, NE 68508

8:30am CDT

Leadership Academy #9 - Be Where Your Feet Are: How to Actually Live Your Life
Thursday April 3, 2025 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
Ever caught yourself in a room full of people, but everyone’s on their phone? Yeah, us too. Being present isn’t just about putting your phone down (but, uh, that helps). It’s about actually experiencing your life instead of just watching it happen. In this workshop, we’ll talk about why being present makes you more successful, more connected, and way less likely to walk into a pole while texting. Expect a hilarious (but slightly painful) look at how distractions control us—and how we can take back control.
Thursday April 3, 2025 8:30am - 10:00am CDT
Hyatt 600 Q St, Lincoln, NE 68508

9:00am CDT

Beck's Hybrids
Thursday April 3, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am CDT
Becks is the largest family owned seed company in the US. They bring in corn, soybeans, alfalfa, and other small grains and ship these products to our seed dealers across the state of Nebraska.
Thursday April 3, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am CDT
Beck's Hybrids 940 364th St. Seward, NE 68434

9:00am CDT

Butler Ag Equipment
Thursday April 3, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am CDT
Closed toed shoes required; Butler Ag Equipment is a full service Agco dealership, providing parts, sales and service for Southeast Nebraska, with 21 stores spanning across Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Montana. The tour will focus on their service department showcasing the equipment the techs work on and the tools they use every day.
Thursday April 3, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am CDT
Butler Ag Equipment 1300 W Pickrell Rd Pickrell, NE 68422

9:00am CDT

Farmers Cooperative
Thursday April 3, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am CDT
Closed toed shoes required; Students will see shuttle grain loader terminal, mix of facility-specific information as well as general topics related to ag cooperatives and career opportunities in retail ag.
Thursday April 3, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am CDT
Farmers Cooperative 940 Calvert St. Lincoln, NE 68502

9:00am CDT

First State Bank Nebraska
Thursday April 3, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am CDT
First State Bank Nebraska is a trusted leader in Nebraska for Farm Service Agency (FSA), Nebraska Investment Financing Authority (NIFA), and Small Business Administration (SBA) financing, specializing in solutions for farmers and small business owners. As a preferred lender with FSA and SBA, they simplify the loan process to help their customers succeed. With millions in FSA and NIFA loans originated each year, they’ve empowered local farmers and small business owners to grow and thrive.
Thursday April 3, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am CDT
First State Bank Nebraska 2701 Grainger Parkway, Lincoln, NE 68516

9:00am CDT

Hudl Headquarters Tour
Thursday April 3, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am CDT
Add even more excitement to State FFA Convention week with a tour of Hudl's headquarters in the Lincoln Haymarket. Convention attendees are invited to experience Hudl's state of the art office and learn more about the people and tools that power teams, athletes, and coaches across the world. Tours will be offered Wednesday, April 2 and Thursday, April 3. Enter on the south side of the building. Hudl can only accommodate tours and guests during the scheduled tour times. Please only come to Hudl if you have completed the registration.
Thursday April 3, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am CDT
Hudl Headquarters 600 P Street Lincoln, NE 68508

9:00am CDT

Pioneer Seeds
Thursday April 3, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am CDT
Large volume, Pioneer seed sales agency including warehousing, bulk soybean storage, state of the art seed treatment equipment, seed logistics equipment, crop protection storage and handling equipment, and offices. Warehouses and bulk storage will be full of seed and crop protection chemicals to see first-hand and answer questions. Other equipment to be seen will include forklifts, seed tenders, trailers, conveyors, crop protection bulk tanks and shuttles, etc
Thursday April 3, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am CDT
Pioneer 501 S Sherman St. Cortland, NE 68331

9:00am CDT

Sandhills Global
Thursday April 3, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am CDT
Learn about what Sandhills Global is and hear from sales and marketing representatives. Tour the campus and see the production building that has a printing press.
Thursday April 3, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am CDT
Sandhills Global 123 W Harvest Drive, Lincoln NE 68521

9:00am CDT

Titan Machinery
Thursday April 3, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am CDT
Titan Machinery is a construction machinery dealership that sells, rents, and repairs all types of construction equipment. They are Case and JLG branded. Students will get a brief introduction to the company and their 150 stores worldwide. They will also have a short shop tour and some demonstration/operation time in a few pieces of machinery.
Thursday April 3, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am CDT
Titan Machinery 6310 N 56th St. Lincoln, NE 68504

9:00am CDT

Tredz
Thursday April 3, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am CDT
Tredz Central is a unique retail business that uses a lot of technology in marketing products most specifically: tires, trailers and additional merchandise. The operation has a very large inventory that is marketed many different ways and delivered daily.
Thursday April 3, 2025 9:00am - 10:00am CDT
Tredz 3200 US Hwy 77 PO Box 127 Cortland, NE 68331

9:00am CDT

Welding CDE (Districts 5-8)
The Nebraska Welding Career Development Event is designed to promote and create an interest in welding by providing opportunities for recognition through evaluation of the contestants' manipulative skills and general knowledge. These skills and knowledge correlate to the students preparation for employment in the broad field of welding, including agricultural and industrial welding.

9:00am CDT

Engler Shark Tank Pitch
Thursday April 3, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am CDT
FFA members can participate and do a quick pitch on their business idea. Winners will receive an Engler swag basket. Pre-registration required.
Thursday April 3, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am CDT
Dinsdale Stockseed Farms Classroom, 2nd floor room 235 UNL East Campus

9:00am CDT

Session 2
Thursday April 3, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am CDT
Opening Ceremonies
TAG to Teach Ag— Brent Nollette
Retiring Address—Brynn
Chorus
Remarks from Governor Pillen
Governor’s Award of Excellence, Sponsored by NIFA
Farm Bureau Advisors of the Year
Farm Bureau Connecting Chapters Recognition
Chorus
Retiring Address—Trey
Nebraska FFA Alumni Recognition
National Chapter Award
Premier Chapters & MOE (recognize Premier Chapters 3 areas: growing leaders, strengthening agriculture and building communities. Closing Ceremonies
Thursday April 3, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am CDT
Pinnacle Bank Arena 400 Pinnacle Arena Dr, Lincoln, NE 68508

9:00am CDT

Creed Speaking Prelims
Thursday April 3, 2025 9:00am - 11:30am CDT
Creed Speaking Leadership Development Event Prelims
Thursday April 3, 2025 9:00am - 11:30am CDT
The Cornhusker 333 S 13th St, Lincoln, NE 68508

9:00am CDT

Junior Public Speaking Prelims
Thursday April 3, 2025 9:00am - 12:30pm CDT
Junior Public Speaking Leadership Development Event Prelims
Thursday April 3, 2025 9:00am - 12:30pm CDT
The Cornhusker 333 S 13th St, Lincoln, NE 68508

9:00am CDT

Stars Interviews
Thursday April 3, 2025 9:00am - 3:30pm CDT
Star Interviews
Thursday April 3, 2025 9:00am - 3:30pm CDT
The Graduate 141 N Ninth St, Lincoln, NE 68508

9:15am CDT

Livestock Management CDE (Districts 1-3)
Thursday April 3, 2025 9:15am - 11:30am CDT
The Nebraska Livestock Management Career Development Event is predominantly a team-based competition with an individualized knowledge based component. Teams of five (5) or six (6) students will work together to complete six different species-based (beef cattle, dairy cattle, horse, poultry, sheep, and swine) practicum exams that will test their knowledge regarding the scientific basis and practical application of livestock management concepts related to nutritional management, breeding, genetic, and reproductive management, quality assurance and herd health management, and business management that includes both marketing and product evaluation.
Thursday April 3, 2025 9:15am - 11:30am CDT
Animal Science Complex - R.B. Warren Arena UNL East Campus

9:45am CDT

Test Your Commodity Marketing Savvy
Thursday April 3, 2025 9:45am - 10:30am CDT
Weather, international events, and government policies all influence commodity prices. Knowing why, how, and when to take action in the market can make a huge difference in the bottom line (profits) for producers and agribusinesses alike. Get the inside track on the how, why, and when and test your commodity marketing savvy in the state-of-the-art Ag Economics Trading Room.

Sign-up Link: https://forms.gle/iUmpgyq4pKHG7Zwb6
Thursday April 3, 2025 9:45am - 10:30am CDT
Filley Hall room 105 UNL East Campus

10:00am CDT

East Campus Scavenger Hunt
Thursday April 3, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
Explore East Campus and see if your team (no more than 4 students/team) can be the first to locate the East Campus landmarks and buildings before the others. Participate for a chance to win free UNL Dairy Store ice cream!
Thursday April 3, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
East Campus Visitors Center in Filley Hall UNL East Campus

10:00am CDT

Teach Ag Workshop
Thursday April 3, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
Considering whether a career in agriculture education might be a fit for you? Join other students to find out what agriculture education and a three-ring circus have in common! Learn about this exciting career, consider your skills to teach ag, and get ready for an exciting journey in agriculture education!
Thursday April 3, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
Dinsdale Learning Commons - Engler Lookout Studio UNL East Campus

10:00am CDT

Student Showcase Stage
Thursday April 3, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
Student Showcase Stage
Thursday April 3, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
The Graduate 141 N Ninth St, Lincoln, NE 68508

10:00am CDT

Ag Biotechnology CDE (Districts 1-12)
Thursday April 3, 2025 10:00am - 1:00pm CDT
The purpose of the Nebraska Agricultural Biotechnology Career Development Event is to encourage students to explore the diversity of the Biotechnology Industry, in terms of basic knowledge, skills and applications of biotechnology to the workplace. The areas of agricultural biotechnology have important implications for the animal, plant, food, and pharmaceutical industries.
Thursday April 3, 2025 10:00am - 1:00pm CDT
Plant Science Hall - Room 280 (Goodding Learning Center) UNL East Campus

10:00am CDT

Fishing Frenzy
Thursday April 3, 2025 10:00am - 3:00pm CDT
Come-and-go event: Test your fishing prowess through a catch and release activity designed to showcase your casting skills and test your natural resource knowledge. Participate in this come and go activity as your time allows.
Thursday April 3, 2025 10:00am - 3:00pm CDT
East Campus Mall Green Space UNL East Campus

10:00am CDT

Engler Pop-Up Market
Shop a variety of vendors including FFA Launch Teams and UNL Engler Undergraduate Student Businesses.
Thursday April 3, 2025 10:00am - 5:00pm CDT
Dinsdale West patio, weather permitting, or on Dinsdale 2nd floor Engler spaces UNL East Campus

10:15am CDT

Meats Evaluation & Technology CDE (Districts 7-12)
Thursday April 3, 2025 10:15am - 1:00pm CDT
The purpose of the Nebraska Meats Evaluation & Technology Career Development Event is to create interest and promote understanding in the meat industry by providing opportunities for recognition through the demonstration of skills and proficiencies. It also gives students an opportunity to explore career opportunities available in the meat industry and encourages students to pursue careers in the meat industry.
Thursday April 3, 2025 10:15am - 1:00pm CDT
Animal Science Complex - Room B101 UNL East Campus

10:30am CDT

Sam L. Smith Acoustic Set - Songs and Q&A
Thursday April 3, 2025 10:30am - 11:30am CDT
Featured Event with Sam L. Smith. Acoustic set performance and Q&A session.
Thursday April 3, 2025 10:30am - 11:30am CDT
Embassy Suites 1040 P St, Lincoln, NE 68508

10:30am CDT

Welding CDE (Districts 9-12)
The Nebraska Welding Career Development Event is designed to promote and create an interest in welding by providing opportunities for recognition through evaluation of the contestants' manipulative skills and general knowledge. These skills and knowledge correlate to the students preparation for employment in the broad field of welding, including agricultural and industrial welding.

10:30am CDT

Agronomy CDE (Districts 7-12)
Thursday April 3, 2025 10:30am - 12:30pm CDT
The purpose of the Nebraska State Agronomy Career Development Event is to create interest and promote understanding in agronomy by providing opportunities for recognition through the demonstration of skills and proficiencies. It also gives students an opportunity to explore career opportunities available in agronomy and encourages students to pursue careers in agronomy.
Thursday April 3, 2025 10:30am - 12:30pm CDT
Nebraska East Union - Great Plains Room UNL East Campus

10:45am CDT

Test Your Commodity Marketing Savvy
Thursday April 3, 2025 10:45am - 11:30am CDT
Weather, international events, and government policies all influence commodity prices. Knowing why, how, and when to take action in the market can make a huge difference in the bottom line (profits) for producers and agribusinesses alike. Get the inside track on the how, why, and when and test your commodity marketing savvy in the state-of-the-art Ag Economics Trading Room.

Sign-up Link: https://forms.gle/iUmpgyq4pKHG7Zwb6
Thursday April 3, 2025 10:45am - 11:30am CDT
Filley Hall room 105 UNL East Campus

11:00am CDT

East Campus Scavenger Hunt
Thursday April 3, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Explore East Campus and see if your team (no more than 4 students/team) can be the first to locate the East Campus landmarks and buildings before the others. Participate for a chance to win free UNL Dairy Store ice cream!
Thursday April 3, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
East Campus Visitors Center in Filley Hall UNL East Campus

11:00am CDT

National Officer Assembly
Thursday April 3, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
National Officer Assembly
Thursday April 3, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
The Graduate 141 N Ninth St, Lincoln, NE 68508

11:00am CDT

Leadership Academy #13 - Be Where Your Feet Are: How to Actually Live Your Life
Thursday April 3, 2025 11:00am - 12:30pm CDT
Ever caught yourself in a room full of people, but everyone’s on their phone? Yeah, us too. Being present isn’t just about putting your phone down (but, uh, that helps). It’s about actually experiencing your life instead of just watching it happen. In this workshop, we’ll talk about why being present makes you more successful, more connected, and way less likely to walk into a pole while texting. Expect a hilarious (but slightly painful) look at how distractions control us—and how we can take back control.
Thursday April 3, 2025 11:00am - 12:30pm CDT
Hyatt 600 Q St, Lincoln, NE 68508

11:00am CDT

Leadership Academy #14 - Leveling Up Your Game: Mastering Professionalism
Thursday April 3, 2025 11:00am - 12:30pm CDT
In today's fast-paced world, standing out isn't just about having good grades or being the best at sports. It's also about how you present yourself and interact with others. Level Up Your Game is a dynamic workshop designed to help you master the skills of professionalism and give you a competitive edge.
Thursday April 3, 2025 11:00am - 12:30pm CDT
The Cornhusker 333 S 13th St, Lincoln, NE 68508

11:00am CDT

Leadership Academy #15 - Essentials of Engagement
Thursday April 3, 2025 11:00am - 12:30pm CDT
All success in any chapter begins with not just being there but being active in their chapters. In this fun, interactive workshop participants will learn the key strategies for engaging members so that your chapter will be more interactive, productive and effective.
Thursday April 3, 2025 11:00am - 12:30pm CDT
The Cornhusker 333 S 13th St, Lincoln, NE 68508

11:00am CDT

Leadership Academy #16 - Changing Habits to Change Your Life
Thursday April 3, 2025 11:00am - 12:30pm CDT
We are creatures of habit. Whether we like them or not, our daily habits are a big part of who we are. To grow as people and leaders we must form good habits and break bad ones. This interactive, research-backed workshop will teach students what drives their daily habits, how to change them, and how to grow one small action at a time.
Thursday April 3, 2025 11:00am - 12:30pm CDT
The Cornhusker 333 S 13th St, Lincoln, NE 68508

11:00am CDT

"Lunch Line" at The Railyard
Thursday April 3, 2025 11:00am - 1:30pm CDT
Welcome to the “Lunch Line” in the Railyard! For only $16 you get a drink and as much as you can load onto one of the plates, from the 3 Premier Restaurants in the Railyard. You can choose from Mellow Mushroom Pizza, Hiro 88 Asian Cuisine, or Gate 25’s Amazing Americana! This is a single pass priced Lunch Line. They accept Credit Cards, Debit Cards, and Cash.
Thursday April 3, 2025 11:00am - 1:30pm CDT
The Railyard 350 Canopy St, Lincoln, NE 68508

11:00am CDT

Food Trucks on East Campus
Thursday April 3, 2025 11:00am - 2:00pm CDT
Harper's Smokehouse and PorkCentric food trucks will be open for lunch on East Campus. Parked on the sidewalk north of the East Campus Union.
Thursday April 3, 2025 11:00am - 2:00pm CDT
North of the East Campus Union UNL East Campus

11:00am CDT

FFA at The Railyard
Thursday April 3, 2025 11:00am - 6:30pm CDT
Need somewhere to hang out for a bit? Need a place to grab some food? Check out FFA at The Railyard for expanded food vendor options and come and go activities. Food vendors will be set up in The Railyard from 11:00 AM - 1:30 PM Wed-Fri. Come and go activities and a DJ will be in The Railyard on Thurs 4/3 from 1:30-6:30 and Fri 4/4 from 11:00-4:00.
Thursday April 3, 2025 11:00am - 6:30pm CDT
The Railyard 350 Canopy St, Lincoln, NE 68508

11:15am CDT

Nebraska Agricultural Youth Institute
Thursday April 3, 2025 11:15am - 12:15pm CDT
Learn more about this weeklong experience for high school juniors and seniors from across Nebraska focused on career opportunities within agriculture. This conference features speakers, workshops, agricultural education, networking with peers and industry leaders, professional development, leadership experience, fun and new friends!
Thursday April 3, 2025 11:15am - 12:15pm CDT
Engler Lookout Studio, Dinsdale Learning Commons UNL East Campus

11:30am CDT

Teach Ag Luncheon
Thursday April 3, 2025 11:30am - 1:00pm CDT
Junior and senior FFA members who have committed to agriculture education as a career are invited to enjoy lunch and hear from educators and faculty. Students planning to attend any college are welcome. Each Chapter may nominate a maximum of 2 students for the luncheon, with a limited capacity. Pre-registration required.
Thursday April 3, 2025 11:30am - 1:00pm CDT
2nd Floor Dinsdale Learning Commons UNL East Campus

11:45am CDT

Livestock Management CDE (Districts 10-12)
Thursday April 3, 2025 11:45am - 1:45pm CDT
The Nebraska Livestock Management Career Development Event is predominantly a team-based competition with an individualized knowledge based component. Teams of five (5) or six (6) students will work together to complete six different species-based (beef cattle, dairy cattle, horse, poultry, sheep, and swine) practicum exams that will test their knowledge regarding the scientific basis and practical application of livestock management concepts related to nutritional management, breeding, genetic, and reproductive management, quality assurance and herd health management, and business management that includes both marketing and product evaluation.
Thursday April 3, 2025 11:45am - 1:45pm CDT
Animal Science Complex - R.B. Warren Arena UNL East Campus

12:00pm CDT

East Campus Scavenger Hunt
Thursday April 3, 2025 12:00pm - 1:00pm CDT
Explore East Campus and see if your team (no more than 4 students/team) can be the first to locate the East Campus landmarks and buildings before the others. Participate for a chance to win free UNL Dairy Store ice cream!
Thursday April 3, 2025 12:00pm - 1:00pm CDT
East Campus Visitors Center in Filley Hall UNL East Campus

12:00pm CDT

People's City Mission Help Center
Thursday April 3, 2025 12:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
Helping put out donations, checking people out at the exit, organizing, or a variety of other different tasks!
Thursday April 3, 2025 12:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
People's City Mission Help Center 6800 P St, Lincoln, NE 68510

12:30pm CDT

Agronomy CDE - Optional Event Review
Thursday April 3, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm CDT
The purpose of the Nebraska State Agronomy Career Development Event is to create interest and promote understanding in agronomy by providing opportunities for recognition through the demonstration of skills and proficiencies. It also gives students an opportunity to explore career opportunities available in agronomy and encourages students to pursue careers in agronomy.
Thursday April 3, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm CDT
Nebraska East Union - Great Plains Room UNL East Campus

12:30pm CDT

Ag Sales CDE (Districts 1-12)
Thursday April 3, 2025 12:30pm - 5:30pm CDT
The purpose of the Nebraska Agricultural Sales Career Development Event is to develop communication and problem-solving skills essential for agricultural sales. Students will develop an understanding of the professional sales process. Teams will be given a scenario and asked to identify and demonstrate call planning. Individually, students will sell an identified product(s) or service(s) to a judge posing as a customer.

See the posted schedule for report and start times.
Thursday April 3, 2025 12:30pm - 5:30pm CDT
Nebraska East Union - 3rd Floor Cottonwood Room UNL East Campus

1:00pm CDT

East Campus Scavenger Hunt
Thursday April 3, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
Explore East Campus and see if your team (no more than 4 students/team) can be the first to locate the East Campus landmarks and buildings before the others. Participate for a chance to win free UNL Dairy Store ice cream!
Thursday April 3, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
East Campus Visitors Center in Filley Hall UNL East Campus

1:00pm CDT

Sam L. Smith Acoustic Set - Songs and Q&A
Thursday April 3, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
Featured Event with Sam L. Smith. Acoustic set performance and Q&A session.
Thursday April 3, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
Embassy Suites 1040 P St, Lincoln, NE 68508

1:00pm CDT

Vet Science CDE (Districts 1-6)
Thursday April 3, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
The purpose of the Nebraska Veterinary Science Career Development Event is to promote college and career readiness by providing opportunities to develop technical knowledge and demonstrate practical skills in the field of Veterinary Science.
Thursday April 3, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Animal Science Commons Area UNL East Campus

1:00pm CDT

Engler Shark Tank Pitch
Thursday April 3, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
FFA members can participate and do a quick pitch on their business idea. Winners will receive an Engler swag basket. Pre-registration required.
Thursday April 3, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Dinsdale Stockseed Farms Classroom, 2nd floor room 235 UNL East Campus

1:00pm CDT

Session 3
Thursday April 3, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Opening Ceremonies
Introduction of visiting State FFA Officers
Ag Issues Academy
Retiring Address—Calie
Gary Scharf Helping Hand Award
Cornerstone Awards
Chorus
State Officer Advisor and Supporter Recognition
Golden Owl Recognition
Retiring Address—Peyton
Chorus
Agriscience Fair Recognition Closing Ceremonies
Thursday April 3, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Pinnacle Bank Arena 400 Pinnacle Arena Dr, Lincoln, NE 68508

1:00pm CDT

Food Bank of Lincoln
Thursday April 3, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Sorting donations, processing produce, or pre-packing groceries! Waiver required.
Thursday April 3, 2025 1:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Food Bank of Lincoln 1221 Kingbird Rd, Lincoln, NE 68521

1:30pm CDT

Teach Ag Workshop
Thursday April 3, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
Considering whether a career in agriculture education might be a fit for you? Join other students to find out what agriculture education and a three-ring circus have in common! Learn about this exciting career, consider your skills to teach ag, and get ready for an exciting journey in agriculture education!
Thursday April 3, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
Dinsdale Learning Commons - Engler Lookout Studio UNL East Campus

1:30pm CDT

Beck's Hybrids
Thursday April 3, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
Becks is the largest family owned seed company in the US. They bring in corn, soybeans, alfalfa, and other small grains and ship these products to our seed dealers across the state of Nebraska.
Thursday April 3, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
Beck's Hybrids 940 364th St. Seward, NE 68434

1:30pm CDT

Butler Ag Equipment
Thursday April 3, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
Closed toed shoes required; Butler Ag Equipment is a full service Agco dealership, providing parts, sales and service for Southeast Nebraska, with 21 stores spanning across Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Montana. The tour will focus on their service department showcasing the equipment the techs work on and the tools they use every day.
Thursday April 3, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
Butler Ag Equipment 1300 W Pickrell Rd Pickrell, NE 68422

1:30pm CDT

Farmers Cooperative
Thursday April 3, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
Closed toed shoes required; Students will see shuttle grain loader terminal, mix of facility-specific information as well as general topics related to ag cooperatives and career opportunities in retail ag.
Thursday April 3, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
Farmers Cooperative 940 Calvert St. Lincoln, NE 68502

1:30pm CDT

First State Bank Nebraska
Thursday April 3, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
First State Bank Nebraska is a trusted leader in Nebraska for Farm Service Agency (FSA), Nebraska Investment Financing Authority (NIFA), and Small Business Administration (SBA) financing, specializing in solutions for farmers and small business owners. As a preferred lender with FSA and SBA, they simplify the loan process to help their customers succeed. With millions in FSA and NIFA loans originated each year, they’ve empowered local farmers and small business owners to grow and thrive.
Thursday April 3, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
First State Bank Nebraska 2701 Grainger Parkway, Lincoln, NE 68516

1:30pm CDT

Hudl Headquarters Tour
Thursday April 3, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
Add even more excitement to State FFA Convention week with a tour of Hudl's headquarters in the Lincoln Haymarket. Convention attendees are invited to experience Hudl's state of the art office and learn more about the people and tools that power teams, athletes, and coaches across the world. Tours will be offered Wednesday, April 2 and Thursday, April 3. Enter on the south side of the building. Hudl can only accommodate tours and guests during the scheduled tour times. Please only come to Hudl if you have completed the registration.
Thursday April 3, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
Hudl Headquarters 600 P Street Lincoln, NE 68508

1:30pm CDT

Platte Valley Equipment
Thursday April 3, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
Long pants and closed toed shoes required; Platte Valley equipment is a licensed John Deere Dealership made of four departments: Parts, Service, Sales, and Precision Ag. Our Mission is to help stewards of the land build lasting legacies. Come see the side of the dealership that keep our farming community up and running.
Thursday April 3, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
Platte Valley Equipment 775 Commercial Park Rd. Wahoo, NE 60866

1:30pm CDT

Sandhills Global
Thursday April 3, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
Learn about what Sandhills Global is and hear from sales and marketing representatives. Tour the campus and see the production building that has a printing press.
Thursday April 3, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
Sandhills Global 123 W Harvest Drive, Lincoln NE 68521

1:30pm CDT

Settje Agri-Services and Engineering
Thursday April 3, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
Settje Agri-Services and Engineering is the Midwest's premier provider for livestock systems design, engineering, construction management, manure marketing, and environmental compliance. Tour attendees will have the opportunity to visit our headquarters, see what we do, and enjoy an interactive presentation.
Thursday April 3, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
Settje Agri-Services 15460 NW 48th St Raymond NE 68428

1:30pm CDT

Titan Machinery
Thursday April 3, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
Titan Machinery is a construction machinery dealership that sells, rents, and repairs all types of construction equipment. They are Case and JLG branded. Students will get a brief introduction to the company and their 150 stores worldwide. They will also have a short shop tour and some demonstration/operation time in a few pieces of machinery.
Thursday April 3, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
Titan Machinery 6310 N 56th St. Lincoln, NE 68504

1:30pm CDT

Tredz
Thursday April 3, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
Tredz Central is a unique retail business that uses a lot of technology in marketing products most specifically: tires, trailers and additional merchandise. The operation has a very large inventory that is marketed many different ways and delivered daily.
Thursday April 3, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
Tredz 3200 US Hwy 77 PO Box 127 Cortland, NE 68331

1:30pm CDT

Living to Serve Project Meal Packaging Event, Rotation 1A
Thursday April 3, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
Living to Serve Project- Meal Packaging, Rotation 1A
Thursday April 3, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm CDT
Pinnacle Bank Arena Concourse 5 400 Pinnacle Arena Dr, Lincoln, NE 68508

1:30pm CDT

Leadership Academy #17 - Be Where Your Feet Are: How to Actually Live Your Life
Thursday April 3, 2025 1:30pm - 3:00pm CDT
Ever caught yourself in a room full of people, but everyone’s on their phone? Yeah, us too. Being present isn’t just about putting your phone down (but, uh, that helps). It’s about actually experiencing your life instead of just watching it happen. In this workshop, we’ll talk about why being present makes you more successful, more connected, and way less likely to walk into a pole while texting. Expect a hilarious (but slightly painful) look at how distractions control us—and how we can take back control.
Thursday April 3, 2025 1:30pm - 3:00pm CDT
Hyatt 600 Q St, Lincoln, NE 68508

1:30pm CDT

Leadership Academy #18 - How to Land Your Dream Job
Thursday April 3, 2025 1:30pm - 3:00pm CDT
How to Land Your Dream Job is about how to intentionally move closer to reaching your career goals. The tips and techniques are based on proven career achievement strategies. The tangible, applicable lessons range from networking ideas to time management tools to relationship alignment moves.
Thursday April 3, 2025 1:30pm - 3:00pm CDT
The Cornhusker 333 S 13th St, Lincoln, NE 68508

1:30pm CDT

Leadership Academy #19 - Essentials of Engagement
Thursday April 3, 2025 1:30pm - 3:00pm CDT
All success in any chapter begins with not just being there but being active in their chapters. In this fun, interactive workshop participants will learn the key strategies for engaging members so that your chapter will be more interactive, productive and effective.
Thursday April 3, 2025 1:30pm - 3:00pm CDT
The Cornhusker 333 S 13th St, Lincoln, NE 68508

1:30pm CDT

Leadership Academy #20 - Leadership DVDs: Cast Your Leading Role
Thursday April 3, 2025 1:30pm - 3:00pm CDT
Join Past National FFA Officer Laila Hajji Down as she launches you into the leading role by learning the DVDs of Leadership: Dreams, Values, and Decisions. Leaders are clear about their dreams, their values, and can make good decisions. There's also a sequel to this picture because next-level leadership is: knowing how to ignite dreams in followers, honor the values of others, and point others toward good decisions. Let's take action together and cast yourself in the leading role.
Thursday April 3, 2025 1:30pm - 3:00pm CDT
The Cornhusker 333 S 13th St, Lincoln, NE 68508

1:30pm CDT

Meats Evaluation & Technology CDE (Districts 1-6)
Thursday April 3, 2025 1:30pm - 4:15pm CDT
The purpose of the Nebraska Meats Evaluation & Technology Career Development Event is to create interest and promote understanding in the meat industry by providing opportunities for recognition through the demonstration of skills and proficiencies. It also gives students an opportunity to explore career opportunities available in the meat industry and encourages students to pursue careers in the meat industry.
Thursday April 3, 2025 1:30pm - 4:15pm CDT
Animal Science Complex - Room B101 UNL East Campus

1:30pm CDT

Parliamentary Procedure Finals
Thursday April 3, 2025 1:30pm - 4:30pm CDT
Parliamentary Procedure Leadership Development Event Finals
Thursday April 3, 2025 1:30pm - 4:30pm CDT
The Cornhusker 333 S 13th St, Lincoln, NE 68508

2:00pm CDT

National Officer Assembly
Thursday April 3, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
National Officer Assembly
Thursday April 3, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
The Graduate 141 N Ninth St, Lincoln, NE 68508

2:00pm CDT

Creed Speaking Finals
Thursday April 3, 2025 2:00pm - 3:30pm CDT
Creed Speaking Leadership Development Event Speaking Finals
Thursday April 3, 2025 2:00pm - 3:30pm CDT
The Cornhusker 333 S 13th St, Lincoln, NE 68508

2:00pm CDT

Livestock Management CDE (Districts 7-9)
Thursday April 3, 2025 2:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
The Nebraska Livestock Management Career Development Event is predominantly a team-based competition with an individualized knowledge based component. Teams of five (5) or six (6) students will work together to complete six different species-based (beef cattle, dairy cattle, horse, poultry, sheep, and swine) practicum exams that will test their knowledge regarding the scientific basis and practical application of livestock management concepts related to nutritional management, breeding, genetic, and reproductive management, quality assurance and herd health management, and business management that includes both marketing and product evaluation.
Thursday April 3, 2025 2:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
Animal Science Complex - R.B. Warren Arena UNL East Campus

2:00pm CDT

Junior Public Speaking Finals
Thursday April 3, 2025 2:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
Junior Public Speaking Leadership Development Event Speaking Finals
Thursday April 3, 2025 2:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
The Cornhusker 333 S 13th St, Lincoln, NE 68508

2:30pm CDT

Living to Serve Project Meal Packaging Event, Rotation 2A
Thursday April 3, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
Living to Serve Project- Meal Packaging, Rotation 2A
Thursday April 3, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm CDT
Pinnacle Bank Arena Concourse 5 400 Pinnacle Arena Dr, Lincoln, NE 68508

2:30pm CDT

UNL Signing Ceremony and Welcome Event
Thursday April 3, 2025 2:30pm - 4:30pm CDT
All FFA members are invited to a special event honoring our graduating seniors who will be attending UNL this fall. Come enjoy fun activity stations where you can win prizes, meet new people, indulge in a newly unveiled FFA ice cream flavor, and be inspired by a special guest speaker. Let’s come together to celebrate our future FFA Huskers and kick off this exciting new chapter!
Thursday April 3, 2025 2:30pm - 4:30pm CDT
Coliseum, 1350 Vine Street, Enter through southwest doors UNL City Campus

3:15pm CDT

Vet Science CDE (Districts 7-12)
Thursday April 3, 2025 3:15pm - 5:15pm CDT
The purpose of the Nebraska Veterinary Science Career Development Event is to promote college and career readiness by providing opportunities to develop technical knowledge and demonstrate practical skills in the field of Veterinary Science.
Thursday April 3, 2025 3:15pm - 5:15pm CDT
Animal Science Commons Area UNL East Campus

3:30pm CDT

Living to Serve Project Meal Packaging Event, Rotation 3A
Thursday April 3, 2025 3:30pm - 4:30pm CDT
Living to Serve Project- Meal Packaging, Rotation 3A
Thursday April 3, 2025 3:30pm - 4:30pm CDT
Pinnacle Bank Arena Concourse 5 400 Pinnacle Arena Dr, Lincoln, NE 68508

3:30pm CDT

Agriscience CDE (Districts 5-8)
Thursday April 3, 2025 3:30pm - 5:10pm CDT
The purpose of the Nebraska Agriscience Career Development Event is to develop a foundation of knowledge and skills that will prepare first year students (9th or 10th grade) to continue in agricultural education coursework and enter agricultural careers within the natural resources, animal science, and/or plant science systems career fields.
Thursday April 3, 2025 3:30pm - 5:10pm CDT
Nebraska East Union - Great Plains Room UNL East Campus

4:30pm CDT

Meats Evaluation & Technology CDE - Optional Event Review
Thursday April 3, 2025 4:30pm - 5:30pm CDT
The purpose of the Nebraska Meats Evaluation & Technology Career Development Event is to create interest and promote understanding in the meat industry by providing opportunities for recognition through the demonstration of skills and proficiencies. It also gives students an opportunity to explore career opportunities available in the meat industry and encourages students to pursue careers in the meat industry.
Thursday April 3, 2025 4:30pm - 5:30pm CDT
Animal Science Complex - Room B101 UNL East Campus

5:00pm CDT

Proficiency Finalists Dinner
Thursday April 3, 2025 5:00pm - 6:30pm CDT
Proficiency Dinner
Thursday April 3, 2025 5:00pm - 6:30pm CDT
Embassy Suites 1040 P St, Lincoln, NE 68508

5:10pm CDT

Agriscience CDE (Districts 9-12)
Thursday April 3, 2025 5:10pm - 6:50pm CDT
The purpose of the Nebraska Agriscience Career Development Event is to develop a foundation of knowledge and skills that will prepare first year students (9th or 10th grade) to continue in agricultural education coursework and enter agricultural careers within the natural resources, animal science, and/or plant science systems career fields.
Thursday April 3, 2025 5:10pm - 6:50pm CDT
Nebraska East Union - Great Plains Room UNL East Campus

6:50pm CDT

Agriscience CDE (Districts 1-4)
Thursday April 3, 2025 6:50pm - 8:30pm CDT
The purpose of the Nebraska Agriscience Career Development Event is to develop a foundation of knowledge and skills that will prepare first year students (9th or 10th grade) to continue in agricultural education coursework and enter agricultural careers within the natural resources, animal science, and/or plant science systems career fields.
Thursday April 3, 2025 6:50pm - 8:30pm CDT
Nebraska East Union - Great Plains Room UNL East Campus

7:00pm CDT

Session 4
Thursday April 3, 2025 7:00pm - 9:00pm CDT
Opening Ceremonies
Tallgrass Sponsor Remarks
Proficiency Awards Part A
Chorus
Retiring Address—Alexa
FFA Foundation Recognition
Student Testimony Recognition
Corporate Sponsor Star Recognition (Silver & Gold)
I Believe Chapters
Speaker—Laila Down
Chorus
Proficiency Awards Part B
Closing Ceremonies
Thursday April 3, 2025 7:00pm - 9:00pm CDT
Pinnacle Bank Arena 400 Pinnacle Arena Dr, Lincoln, NE 68508
 

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