Front row: Jack Corl, Hailey Lee, Lilly Iacovone, Allison Sheets [SUBMITTED PHOTO]
The competition included five judging classes including a class of Simmental Heifers, Suffolk Ewes, Duroc Boars, a class of hay and Meats. Students also had to identify different cuts of meats, types of feeds, Cattle handling equipment, breeds of livestock and take a general knowledge exam. After completing the individual portion of the competition, the members met with their team members to solve a complex team problem.
Students participate in this competition to prepare them for careers in the agriculture industry, however many times it is because of a love of animals that draws them to it. “I love animals and it is a lot of fun to participate in,” stated Hailey Lee, one of the team members.