Agriculture & Animal Health
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John Remmert
Precision Ag Sales-Engineer
It’s no coincidence that I work with tractors and implements for a living, considering I dreamed of becoming a ship captain or an airline pilot as a child. I’ve always been fascinated with large machinery and the people who operate it.
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Stetson Shook
Owner, Stetson Cattle Company
I’ve never wanted to be anything other than a farmer. For me, farming is a lifestyle, not a job.
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Andrea DeJesus
Owner, A&H Farm
"Growing up on the farm, it was hard not to resent the missed sleepovers, sports teams and free time that other kids my age were able to enjoy. Farming was hard work, and I couldn’t see myself turning it into a career. I continued to work on the family farm throughout college. I saw how…
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Matthew Hildebrand
Farmer/Rancher
“I’ve always loved every aspect of the farming profession, even as a young kid. Living in the country, taking care of animals, taking care of the land … I knew it was what I wanted to do. My dad was a farmer and rancher, and I wanted to be just like him.
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Morgan Riat
Auctioneer
"When I was four years old, I attended my first auction. The auctioneer had a big smile on his face and appeared to genuinely love his job. Intrigued, I thought I might love it, too, and I decided then and there to become an auctioneer.
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Adam Gierhan
Ag Service Technician
"I always wanted to follow in my grandfather's footsteps and be a farmer. Growing up on the family farm brought a sense of purpose and passion for taking care of the land and animals. Taking care of something that would take care of others brought me a great deal of joy.
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Emily Fields
Veterinary Nurse
“I'm a registered veterinary nurse in emergency and critical care at the Kansas State Veterinary Health Center. I closely monitor intensive pre- and post-operative surgical cases, critical internal medicine cases, and also triage emergency cases that come in. What I love most about…
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Amber Melton
Veterinary Nurse
"As a kid I wanted to be a veterinarian. I was always bringing home stray cats and we also had dogs, rodents, reptiles, and rabbits, so I was familiar with a lot of species and was always intrigued by their different needs and personalities.
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