Agriculture & Animal Health
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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Michelle Coleman
Research Scientist
When I was in high school, I took a few agriculture classes and absolutely fell in love with the industry. To explore the field more, I joined our school’s FFA (previously known as Future Farmers of America) chapter. I enjoyed every minute of my experience in the program, and it definitely...
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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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Pablo Holguin
Animal Care Manager
I grew up on a small farm where we had cattle, horses, hogs, sheep, goats and chickens, so I was always around animals. From a young age, my father taught me how to identify the ones who weren’t feeling well and what the best ways to make them feel better would be. Nurturing and taking care of the...
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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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