Iowa FFA Judging Opportunities

Every year, FFA members exhibit their excellence in developing premier leadership, personal growth, and career success. Volunteers have the opportunity to assist the Iowa FFA Association in judging the work the FFA members have put forth. Opportunities will be posted here as they are made available.

Sub-District & District Judging - Various Dates & Locations

To view locations and contacts, click here.

Looking to partner with FFA in an area closer to your location? Contact the respective host advisor in the above link. Judging times and events vary based on the host.

Proficiency Award Judging - February 24, 2024

To learn more about Proficiency Awards, click here.

To sign up to judge Proficiency Awards, click here.

Judging will take place at the FFA Enrichment Center in Ankeny
Registration will begin at 8:15 AM
Judging will begin at 9:00 AM and conclude by 2:30 PM
A light breakfast and lunch will be provided

National Chapter Award Judging - February 24, 2024

To learn about National Chapter Awards, click here.

To sign up to judge National Chapter Awards, click here.

Judging will take place at the FFA Enrichment Center in Ankeny
Registration will begin at 8:15 AM
Judging will start at 9:00 AM and conclude by 2:30 PM
A light breakfast and lunch will be provided

Career and Leadership Development Event Judging - April 15, 2024

To learn about Career Development Events (CDEs), click here. To learn about Leadership Development Events (LDEs), click here.

To sign up to judge events on April 15th, click here.

Judging will take place at the Scheman Building in Ames
Registration will begin at 7:15 AM
Judging will begin between 8:00 AM 9:00 AM and conclude by approximately 2:30 PM for LDEs, Ag Communications Judging occurs from 4:00 PM to 6:30 PM
Lunch will be provided for LDE judges, Ag Communications judges are provided a snack and refreshments.

Career and Leadership Development Event Judging - April 16, 2024

To learn about CDEs, click here. To learn about LDEs, click here.

To sign up to judge events on April 16th, click here.

Judging will take place at the Scheman Building in Ames
Registration will begin at 7:15 AM
Judging will begin at 7:45 AM and conclude by 2:00 PM
A light breakfast and lunch will be provided

Stars Over Iowa Award Judging - April 15, 2024

To learn about Stars Over Iowa, click here.

To sign up to judge Stars Over Iowa, click here.

Judging will take place at the Scheman Building in Ames
Registration will begin at 2:30 PM
Judging will begin at 3:00 PM and conclude by approximately 5:15 PM
A snack and refreshments will be provided