Future Farmers of America leader urges agriculture career
National FFA president Rick Malir of Wilson Kansas told Wisconsin FFA members during a leadership workshop that now is a prime time to pursue agriculture despite the economy. He noted high school voag programs face cuts yet the field offers strong opportunity, with many top award winners planning four year college study. Malir, 21, plans to study agronomics at Kansas State University after his term.
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Berkshire gilt sells for 525 at national show
La Crosse exhibitors William and Tom Schomberg saw their Berkshire gilt bring 525 at the 40th National Barrow Show in Austin Minnesota. The buyer was Ben Brandon and Bryant Gill of Platteville. The Schombergs also had a champion at last year’s event.
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