Assemblyman Chris Tague Inducted into New York FFA Hall of Fame

BUFFALO — More than 3,000 young FFA members from across New York state gathered in Buffalo this week for the New York State FFA Convention to celebrate agricultural education and the future of farming. During the convention, Assemblyman Chris Tague (R,C-Schoharie) was formally inducted into the New York FFA Hall of Fame in recognition of his lifelong commitment to agriculture and support for the next generation of leaders.

Tague is a former dairy farmer, Schoharie Valley FFA member, Chapter Star Farmer and FFA officer. He currently serves as the ranking Minority Member of the New York State Assembly Committee on Agriculture. His induction honors years of advocacy for rural communities, family farms and agricultural education programs across the state.

“I am truly humbled and honored beyond words to receive this recognition from the New York FFA,” said Tague. “As a former dairy farmer and FFA member myself, this means the world to me. FFA taught me responsibility, hard work and the value of service. These are lessons that shaped my life and career. I owe a debt of gratitude to the incredible teachers and mentors who believed in me, and I’m grateful to the New York FFA for everything they do to build the next generation of farmers. To all the students here in Buffalo: Never forget where you come from, and keep fighting for our farms and our future. No Farms, No Food.”

The Hall of Fame induction recognizes individuals who serve as “Models of Possibility” for FFA members through their leadership and dedication to agriculture. Tague was announced as a 2026 inductee.