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Texas FFA Convention Update
In This Email:
Texas FFA Delegate Count
Texas FFA Convention Housing
Convention Registration
Convention Schedule
Texas FFA Business Session Packet
Texas FFA Rodeo
Commodity Contest
Convention T-Shirt Design Contest
Here by the Owl Nominations
STAR Administrator and STAR Counselor Award Nominations (NEW!)
Convention Courtesy Corps Application
Convention Media Program Application
Texas FFA Foundation Ambassadors Application
Local Attractions/Discounts
Convention Safety
Texas FFA Delegate Count
Click here to view the 2026 delegate count by chapter. These numbers are based off of 2025-2026 membership that was submitted prior to March 10.
Texas FFA Convention Housing
Please remember to consider your housing needs and make sure you cancel any unnecessary rooms as quickly as possible. Rooms canceled after April 22 will be subject to a charge of one night room and tax for each room canceled. We anticipate additional rooms becoming available leading up to the April 22 cancellation deadline, so please continue checking the housing link regularly.
We have also nearly cleared the housing waiting list and are working with Orchid daily to continue placing chapters into hotels that best suit their needs.
Convention Registration
Registration for the 2026 Texas FFA State Convention will open on April 13 at 4 pm. Registration will close on Friday, June 5 at 5 pm. Please note that some registration items may sell out prior to the closing date.
For your planning purposes, the convention pricing has been updated on the website.
Please note that concert capacity will be limited this year to ensure safety and allow for appropriate ingress and egress within the convention center. We are required to adhere to capacity limits established by the convention center and fire marshal. The overflow area will be available for advisor and other students who do not wish to purchase a concert ticket. Additional activities will still be available on Tuesday night, including the rodeo finals, a magic show on the Lone Star Stage, and various local attractions.
Convention Schedule
The convention schedule has been updated to the extent possible on the Texas FFA Convention website. Additional information will be added as details are finalized.
Texas FFA Business Session Packet
The 98th Annual Texas FFA Business Session Packet is now available for review here on the Texas FFA Convention website and was submitted to all advisors on April 1, 2026. The packet includes one constitutional amendment presented by the Texas FFA State Officers and Board of Directors, which will be the only amendment considered during the business session on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, unless additional amendments are submitted. The association balance sheet and 2026–2027 budget will be added following the June Q4 Board Meeting. For questions, please contact jennifer@texasffa.org.
Texas FFA Rodeo
Texas FFA Rodeo registration will open in conjunction with the convention registration in early April. New this year, students will complete the application, gain parent and FFA Advisor approval and will then have the option to pay via credit card at the time of registration. Rodeo contestants will receive two wristbands to be on the grounds. All other attendees must purchase a discounted ticket.
Texas FFA attendees may purchase discounted rodeo tickets here. Everyone must have a ticket to enter, and discounted tickets will not be available onsite. The rodeo will be held at Cowtown Coliseum. On Monday, July 6, the Long Go begins at 10:00 AM (doors open at 8:30 AM), followed by the Second Go at 1:00 PM or at the conclusion of the first go. The Finals will take place Tuesday, July 7 at 5:30 PM (doors open at 4:00 PM). Thanks to our friends at Visit Fort Worth, complimentary Orange Lines will take attendees from downtown to the stockyards on Monday and Tuesday. For more information, please click here.
Commodity Contest
We’re excited to announce the second annual Texas FFA Commodity & Natural Resource Contest! Chapters will once again have the opportunity to create a 3–5 minute educational video and design a 10x10 interactive booth highlighting a Texas commodity or natural resource. The winning team receives a $3,000 scholarship to help send five members and one advisor to the Texas FFA Convention. The submission deadline is May 4, 2026. More details, guidelines, and submission information can be found here.
Convention T-Shirt Design Contest
The Rusk FFA chapter is hosting the Fourth Annual Texas FFA Convention T-Shirt Design Contest in collaboration with Texas FFA. Each chapter is encouraged to submit a design. The winning design will be sold in conjunction with this summer’s convention. The design deadline is Monday, April 13th. Learn more here!
Here by the Owl Nominations
The Here By The Owl Award, sponsored by Texas Farm Bureau, recognizes agricultural educators for their tremendous contributions to helping the next generation of agricultural leaders. Students, parents, fellow teachers and other supporters can nominate their favorite agricultural teacher and summarize what makes him or her the best in the state. Nominations close May 20, 2026. To access the application link, click here.
STAR Administrator and STAR Counselor Awards NEW THIS YEAR!
We are excited to announce the introduction of two new STAR Awards for Administrators and Counselors. The 2025–2026 board of directors approved this action item, establishing these new recognition opportunities.
This application will function similarly to the Here By The Owl Award, allowing anyone in your school or community to nominate individuals for these honors. Nominations may be submitted by multiple individuals. A selection committee will choose one winner from each area during State FFA Degree Check, and those area winners will be invited to be recognized on stage during the 3rd General Session on Wednesday, July 8.
View the administrator's application here and the counselor’s application here. Nominations close May 20, 2026. Please feel free to share this opportunity with your alumni, supporters, members, and community.
Convention Courtesy Corps Applications
The 2025 Texas FFA State Convention Courtesy Corps application process will open on January 15th and will close on April 8 at 11:59 pm. To access the application link, click here.
Please note, beginning with the convention in 2027, Courtesy Corps will be limited to district officers only. This year, preference may be given to district officers but others may apply. Please ensure that students who apply for this responsibility are prepared to show up and work their assignments.
Convention Media Program Application
This year’s Convention Media Program application will open on January 15th. We encourage any members who are interested in news journalism, photography or videography to apply! Please visit the website here to access the application or for more information. Applications will close at 11:59 pm on April 15.
Texas FFA Foundation Ambassador Application
This year’s Texas FFA Foundation Ambassador Applications are now open! The Ambassador program provides a unique insight and behind-the-scenes look at the state convention. It also allows students to build relationships, network, and serve as face-to-face hosts for sponsors and special guests. Apply online today here.
Local Attractions/Discounts
As opportunities become available,the Local Attractions and Discounts page will be updated. Check out the current listings, including Texas Rangers tickets!
Convention Safety
As the Texas FFA Convention continues to grow, we have identified strategies to address space limitations and enhance safety for all attendees. Again this year, we will offer an overflow room and a secondary Lone Star Stage on the second level.
In the past, it has been expected that all students attend every session. However, due to limited seating in the arena, please be prepared for the possibility that some of your students may need to utilize overflow spaces if seating is unavailable, or consider attending a workshop or local attraction with non-delegate members during sessions in which you do not have students being recognized.
We also encourage you to take advantage of the many opportunities available throughout the week, including business and industry experiences, local attractions, the exhibit hall, and various convention workshops. While delegate attendance should remain a priority, we encourage you to plan accordingly and make the most of these additional experiences for your students.
As part of our continued focus on safety, we are working to implement some changes this year, including bringing in a different security team. Our goal is to create a safe and positive environment for everyone in attendance. While we are confident in the character of our members, we also recognize they are students and benefit from strong guidance and supervision.
We ask that you please speak with your students ahead of convention about expectations and ensure they understand the importance of respecting security personnel, ushers, and law enforcement, who are present to keep them safe. Your active supervision during the event is essential, and we encourage you to remain with your students whenever possible.
Ultimately, student safety is a shared responsibility. We will do everything we can on our end, and your partnership in providing close supervision will help ensure a safe and successful convention experience for all.