Reasons for the success of a Mansfield, Arkansas Future Farmers of America chapter are attributed to advance planning and publicity, the attraction of the FFA parent-son banquet, an active alumni association, and the financial support of the business community. (EA)

Describes the local financing of the vocational agriculture program at East Butler School in Nebraska. In addition, the article provides guidelines that must be followed when planning a local budget. (LRA)

Ten articles suggest ways to make youth farming organizations attractive to current students and adults. The organization's roles of teaching, training, providing leadership experience and activities are discussed. Also includes tips on promotion, change, and membership building, and a trends survey. (CH)

On the theme of image building, this series of articles examines ways to create a positive public image for agricultural education: community involvement, effective laboratory teaching, news media, public education programs, and professional dress and behavior. (SK)

Focusing on a high school agricultural cooperative education program, the author presents guidelines for supervisory visits and for the selection of good training stations. The benefits of cooperative programs to the student, community, school, and employer are listed. (LRA)