Supervised Agricultural Experience

What is an SAE?

SAE stands for Supervised Agricultural Experience. It is a form of experiential learning which FFA offers and is a required project for every member in our chapter and agricultural program. SAEs teaches industry skills through a hands-on project supervised by the FFA Advisor.

Types of Projects

While students take part in their SAE projects they must also be capable of keeping accurate records of their projec

Placement

Members are employed in a paid or unpaid setting and perform the tasks determined by the employer which are necessary for the operation of the business.

Entrepreneurship

Members operate an individual business which provides a good or service to consumers.

Research

Members conduct projects which center around the scientific method and develop a final report of findings and recommendations.

School-Based Enterprise

Student-led business enterprises that provide goods or services. They are operated from the school campus utilizing facilities, equipment and other resources provided by the agricultural education program or the school in general.

Service Learning

Conducted by one or more students in which they plan, conduct and evaluate a project designed to provide a service to the school, public entities or the community. It must provide benefit to an organization, group or individuals other than the FFA chapter.

Record Book Keeping

While students take part in their SAE projects they must also be capable of keeping accurate records of their project financially and non-financially. Managing records/finances is an important life skill that is necessary for any career. The National FFA Organization prepares students for this by requiring them to keep a record book of their SAE project. Students keep records of their skills, financial investments, achievements, and time spent on their project usingAET or Agricultural Experience Tracker. This is an online system that helps students record their SAE and FFA involvement, apply for awards and more!