MACON, Ga. – Foundation ambassadors were selected, served, and were recognized at the 98th State FFA Convention held at the Macon Centreplex on April 22-25th, 2026. 

Ambassadors were chosen through an application submitted to the Georgia FFA Foundation. During convention, they served as the face of Georgia FFA to important guests and sponsors. Their duties included escorting sponsors to events and dinners and ensuring they were recognized for their outstanding support of the Georgia FFA Association. 

The 2026 FFA State Ambassadors were Neena Bell from Lee County, Skye Blitch from Northside, Addisyn Dasher from Toombs County, Madelyn Epperson from Coffee County, Laney Fussel from West Laurens, Maggie Hall from Lee County, Max Lane from Berrien County, Anna Maddox from North Oconee, Lilia Mendez-Paiz from Rome, Eli Newman from Jackson-Empower, Emma Patton from Jackson-Empower, Juan Porras from Jefferson City, Gene Reeves from Irwin County, Kaelyn Rhea from Jefferson City, Harley Walker from Colquitt County, Sierra Westmoreland from Commerce, Emma Whittaker from South Effingham, and Savannah Viktora from Adairsville.

The Foundation Ambassador program was sponsored by AgGeorgia Farm Credit and AgSouth Farm Credit.

The National FFA Organization, formerly known as the Future Farmers of America, changed its name in 1988 to reflect the growth and diversity of agriculture. There are nearly 940,000 FFA members nationwide. The Georgia Association has more than 81,500 members, making it the third largest Association in the nation. The 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. 

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