What the Oklahoma FFA State Convention Is
The Oklahoma FFA State Convention is the yearly meeting of the state's FFA members. Thousands of students gather for general sessions, recognition of the top supervised agricultural experience (SAE) programs, officer elections, talent performances and the conferring of State FFA Degrees. The 2026 convention was the 100th, held May 5-6, 2026, in Tulsa at the BOK Center and Arvest Convention Center. The next convention date has not been announced.
The Organization Behind It
Oklahoma FFA was founded in 1926, with its first meeting at the Oklahoma State Fair. It began as a farming organization for boys. Today it has more than 30,000 members in 370 chapters, its highest membership to date, and roughly 60 percent of members are female. Its leaders describe it as "not just rural anymore," with a growing number of urban programs.
What Happens at Convention
- Stars Over Oklahoma. Four State Star winners are announced, one each in Ag Production (the Star Farmer), Agribusiness, Ag Placement and Agriscience. Each receives a $29,484 scholarship from the Carl C. Anderson Trust and the Governor's Trophy. Oklahoma is described as the only state association offering an award at this level, and students can use it for college or as operating capital for their SAE projects.
- Talent program. Students who have auditioned perform at the start of each session, and peers vote for winners through a mobile app. The overall winner receives a $1,000 scholarship sponsored by the U.S. Army.
- State officers. Delegates elect the new state officer team. Coy Davidson of Elgin FFA was named to lead Oklahoma FFA for 2026-2027.
- Retiring address and degrees. The state president's retiring address returned for the 100th convention as the finale on the last night, followed by the conferring of State FFA Degrees.
- Centennial extras. The 100th convention added a Hall of Chapters displaying memorabilia from chapters across Oklahoma, a concert with two performers, and an appearance by National FFA President Trey Myers of the Perkins-Tryon chapter.
The 2026 Stars Over Oklahoma
| Area | Winner | Chapter |
|---|---|---|
| Star Farmer (Ag Production) | Joel Parker, who built a self-sustaining cow-calf herd from family-gifted cows | Cherokee |
| Agribusiness | Zach Allen, owner of A to Z Lawn Care | Guthrie |
| Ag Placement | Faith Wright, who works at a roadside fruit and vegetable stand | Stratford |
| Agriscience | Maddie Bishop, with five years of poultry-focused research | Stillwater |
Who Takes Part
The convention is for Oklahoma FFA members and their advisors, with chapters sending delegates and members who have earned recognition or qualified for awards. A Legislative and VIP Banquet earlier in the spring brings members, advisors and legislators together to promote Oklahoma FFA.
Where
The 100th convention was held at the BOK Center and the Arvest Convention Center in downtown Tulsa. The convention moved to downtown Tulsa in 2022 after more than 30 years in Oklahoma City, and it has been billed as the state's largest annual convention of any kind.
Questions
How much is a State Star scholarship?
Each of the four 2026 Stars received $29,484 from the Carl C. Anderson Trust, plus the Governor's Trophy.
How do talent winners get chosen?
Auditioned students perform at the start of each session and fellow members vote in a mobile app. The overall winner receives a $1,000 scholarship sponsored by the U.S. Army.
When was the first state FFA meeting?
The Oklahoma FFA held its first meeting in 1926 at the Oklahoma State Fair.
Official Links
- Oklahoma FFA Hits 100-Year Milestone: dates, venue, membership and convention plans
- 2026 stars awards, new officers named at 100th Oklahoma FFA Convention: High Plains Journal coverage
- 2026 FFA Stars Over Oklahoma Named at 100th Convention in Tulsa: Star winners and scholarships
- State President Cooper Kline Reflects on 100th Milestone: centennial convention highlights
- Oklahoma FFA State Convention and Expo moves to Tulsa: convention history
Other Upcoming Events Nearby
- Tulsa Farm Show
Annual farm and ranch equipment show for the region at Tulsa Expo Square, with the 2026 edition set for December 10-12.
- Tulsa County Spring Livestock Show
Spring 2026 youth livestock show: cattle Feb 23, goats and sheep Feb 24, swine Feb 25 in the Bronco Barn at Expo Square. Uses a Bonus/Premium Lineup paying the top 10 percent of each show.
- Oklahoma Cattlemens Association Annual Convention and Trade Show
74th annual OCA convention and trade show at the Renaissance Tulsa Hotel and Convention Center.
Tulsa, OK | Organizer: Oklahoma Cattlemens Association Official event details - OCA Steer Carcass Challenge
Feedout and carcass contest from the Oklahoma Cattlemen's Foundation and Oklahoma Junior Cattlemen's Association: steers delivered Nov. 13, 2026 in Stillwater are fed out, harvested April-June 2027 and scored on feedyard performance and carcass merit.
- Freeman Beef Genetics Red Label Vol. II Cattle Sale
Seedstock cattle sale starting 1 p.m. at 13435 State Highway near Hobart.
13435 State Highway, Hobart, OK Official event details
Listing checked Nov. 11, 2026 against this source. Details can change; confirm with the organizer.