The Greenhand Degree

The Greenhand Degree is earned by first year FFA members, primarily freshmen. The Greenhand pin is made of bronze for its hardness and endurance, two qualities all members must have to be successful throughout their careers. Requirement to earn the Greenhand Degree are as follows:​​

• Enroll in an agricultural education program and have satisfactory plans for a Supervised Agricultural Experience
• ​Learn and explain the FFA creed, FFA mission and motto, and the FFA salute
• Describe and explain the meaning of the FFA emblem and FFA color​
• ​​Demonstrate an understanding of the FFA code of ethics and the proper use of the FFA jacket
• Demonstrate an understanding of the history of the organization, the chapter constitution and by-laws and the chapter of program of activities
• Own or have access to the Official FFA Manual and the Official FFA Student Handbook.
• Submit a written application for the Greenhand FFA degree.