MADISON, Wis. — World Dairy Expo is proud to announce that the National FFA Organization has officially endorsed and will promote World Dairy Expo’s 2026 FFA Dairy Judging Contest to its national membership. This collaboration expands opportunities for leadership, hands-on learning, and meaningful connections within agricultural education.
The National FFA Organization is a school-based national youth leadership development organization of more than 1,042,245 student members as part of 9,407 local FFA chapters in all 50 states, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
In 2025, more than 100 schools from across the United States participated in the FFA Dairy Cattle Judging Contest at World Dairy Expo, underscoring the enthusiasm and commitment of FFA members nationwide.
“Historically, this contest has drawn strong participation from Midwest chapters, along with dedicated teams traveling from as far as California, Kentucky, Missouri, Ohio and Texas,” said Lexa Miller, Cattle Show & Contests Coordinator for World Dairy Expo. “This partnership will encourage even more chapters to make the trip to Madison and further strengthen an already outstanding competition and educational experience.”
The 2026 FFA Dairy Cattle Judging Contest will take place on Tuesday, September 29, in Madison. FFA chapters across the country are encouraged to learn more by visiting the “Contests” section at worlddairyexpo.com. Registration opens July 13, 2026, and closes September 11, 2026.
“This initiative reflects a shared commitment to developing the next generation of agricultural leaders—individuals who will make a lasting impact on their communities and the world,” said Christine White, Chief Program Officer for the National FFA Organization. “World Dairy Expo offers an unmatched opportunity for young leaders to connect with the dairy industry at its highest level and be part of an event that defines excellence in dairy cattle evaluation. These are exactly the kinds of partnerships we seek for our FFA members.”
Additional FFA-endorsed activities can be found through the National FFA Organization website.
World Dairy Expo remains the global dairy industry’s premier meeting place, where innovation, education, and world-class competition come together. Returning to Madison, Wisconsin, September 29–October 2, 2026, the event features the world’s premier dairy cattle show, largest dairy-focused trade show, inspiring youth contests, cutting-edge seminars, and unparalleled networking opportunities with leaders shaping the future of dairy. Learn more at www.worlddairyexpo.com.
