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For 17 years, Zoetis has proudly partnered with veterinarians and animal health distributors to nurture the next generation of agricultural leaders through its Industry Support Program. From Feb. 1 through April 30, 2025, customers may designate a portion of sales from eligible Zoetis Cattle and Equine products to their local chapters of the National FFA Organization.
“We owe the year-over-year success of the Industry Support Program to our customers,” said Kristin Kasselman, Senior Vice President, Head of U.S. Livestock and Equine, Zoetis. “FFA chapters use program funds in numerous ways, including covering travel costs for conferences, funding scholarships, and supporting community projects. Zoetis is proud to offer a unique way for customers to make a difference in their own communities, and support the future leaders of agriculture.”
In 2024, the program raised over $375,000 with 689 FFA chapters benefiting from the contributions. A significant majority of participating chapters said the Industry Support Program provided crucial assistance for defraying travel costs and fees associated with member activities.
“This funding allows FFA members to access opportunities and experiences that will serve them well as they develop leadership skills and prepare for agriculture careers,” added Molly Ball, President of the National FFA Foundation. “Zoetis’ Industry Support Program exemplifies how businesses can make a tangible impact on local FFA chapters, opening doors for young leaders to develop essential skills and prepare for impactful careers in agriculture.”
The 2025 Industry Support Program started Feb. 1, 2025, and will conclude April 30, 2025. Zoetis customers have until May 5, 2025, to enroll and designate their preferred FFA chapters. To learn more about the program and how to contribute, please contact your local Zoetis representative or visit ZoetisUS.com/IndustrySupport.
About Zoetis
As the world’s leading animal health company, Zoetis is driven by a singular purpose: to nurture our world and humankind by advancing care for animals. After innovating ways to predict, prevent, detect, and treat animal illness for more than 70 years, Zoetis continues to stand by those raising and caring for animals worldwide – from veterinarians and pet owners to livestock farmers and ranchers. The company’s leading portfolio and pipeline of medicines, vaccines, diagnostics and technologies make a difference in over 100 countries. A Fortune 500 company, Zoetis generated revenue of $8.5 billion in 2023 with approximately 14,100 employees. For more information, visit www.zoetis.com.
About National FFA Organization
The National FFA Organization is a school-based national youth leadership development organization of more than 945,000 student members as part of 9,163 local FFA chapters in all 50 states, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The FFA mission is to make a positive difference in the lives of students by developing their potential for premier leadership, personal growth and career success through agricultural education. For more, visit the National FFA Organization online at FFA.org and on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn.
About National FFA Foundation
The National FFA Foundation builds partnerships with industry, education, government, other foundations and individuals to secure financial resources that recognize FFA member achievements, develop student leaders and support the future of agricultural education. A separately registered nonprofit organization, the foundation is governed by a board of trustees that includes the national FFA president, educators, business leaders and individual donors. For more, visit //FFA.org/Give.
