Darling Ingredients & FFA: Empowering future agricultural leaders
At Darling Ingredients, we’re proud to partner with the National FFA Organization, a U.S.-based organization dedicated to empowering youth through agricultural education, leadership development and career readiness. Our collaboration -- at the national, state and local levels -- helps foster the growth of motivated students, equipping them with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in the agricultural sector.
Our commitment
Scholarships, grants and engagement
We provide funding for scholarships and grants to support students across the U.S. in accessing educational opportunities that will shape their futures. We actively engage with students by providing hands-on agricultural education and career development programs. We regularly participate in career day activities, offering guidance and resources to students exploring careers in agriculture.
Milestones
Celebrating 25 years of partnership
For more than 25 years, we have invested in the future of agricultural education through partnership with FFA, at the national, state and local levels. We earned the Silver Sponsor status for our annual contributions exceeding $300,000.
Key highlights of 2024-2025 initiatives:
Awarded multi-level scholarships to support academic growth for agricultural leaders.
65+ Darling Ingredients’ locations engaged in FFA initiatives, fostering strong ties to local FFA chapters.
The Darling Ingredients FFA Alumni and Supporters Chapter for employees was recognized in 2024 as one of the top two alumni chapters in the nation.
Supported FFA chapters throughout the U.S., empowering hundreds of students in their agricultural journey.
Provided Blue Jackets to 400+ students, enabling them to represent FFA with pride and confidence.
Resources
Are you an advisor?
We offer educational resources that provide advisors and students with an in-depth understanding of the rendering industry, highlighting the essential role Darling Ingredients plays in transforming by-products into valuable resources.
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