National Junior Horticultural Association

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rdf:langString The National Junior Horticultural Association (NJHA) is a non-profit organization in the United States that was founded in 1934 to promote and develop horticulture among youth. The organization hosts a variety of horticulturally related tours, activities, and competitions organized at annual national conventions held each fall. These competitions also serve as the national level for finalists from horticulture competitions held by 4-H, FFA, The Grange, and similar organizations at state or local levels. Preparations for these competitions help train youth in areas such as speech, presentation, and horticultural knowledge, but also, it is hoped, builds in them a greater appreciation for horticulture. Additionally, the organization aims to enrich education and to guide youth to pursue a career in horticulture.