Dr. Temple Grandin Trip

 We had the opportunity to go see Dr. Temple Grandin at the South Dakota Farmer's Union convention on Wednesday, December 9.  She has been a pioneer in the field of livestock handling as well as being very accomplished in her role in giving a "voice" to autism.  Its was a treat to see her in person with the students!

 Below are some pictures we took with the FFA outside on a windy December morning.  Thank you to all who have supported us along the way!

Low Stress Livestock Handling

Please read the article from the link below and answer the following questions:
http://www.angusbeefbulletin.com/extra/2014/09sep14/0914mg-heather-handling.html#.Vmc1XNKrRkg

1. Who is writing the article and who is publishing the article?

2. What 2 things have studies from feedlots proven about low stress livestock handling practices?

3. How are there financial benefits to handling livestock gently according to Stacy Davies (2 main points)?

4. Why are "wild" cattle worth less than "gentle" cattle?

5. Research "shrink" and "dark cutters" in the cattle industry.  What do those terms mean?  How do they apply to this article?

District Leadership CDE

We had 4 students compete at the district level of leadership career development events in Miller on 11-17-15.  2 students competed in job interview and placed near the top of 23 participants.  2 students competed in Creed, which is the first year we have had students try this event.