Submitted Photo South Prairie FFA members participating in the West River Contest in Beulah are, left to right: top row, Sienna McMilian, Ella Novak, Amber Braasch and Antonio Ganzalez; bottom row, Logan Hanneman, Alysa Rice, Breanna Mindt and Miley Nelson.

Eight members from South Prairie FFA traveled to Beulah Feb. 22 to compete in the West River Contest, participating in the Career Development Events (CDEs) of agronomy, agricultural sales, and livestock judging.

Results were as follows:

Agronomy Competition

– Breanna Mindt, Gold

– Sienna McMilian, Bronze

The Agronomy CDE challenges students to develop and showcase their knowledge in the vast field of agronomy. This event provides students with exposure to the integration of science and technology in producing the world’s major food crops.

Agricultural Sales Competition

– Alysa Rice, Bronze

– Other participants were Miley Nelson, Logan Hanneman and Antonio Gonzalez.

In the Agricultural Sales CDE, students gain valuable experience in the production and marketing of agricultural products. This team event highlights career opportunities in sales and helps students develop product knowledge and essential sales skills.

Livestock Judging Competition

– Amber Braasch – Silver

– Ella Novak also participated.

The Livestock Evaluation CDE requires students to assess and rank breeding and market classes of beef, sheep and swine. Competitors must also present oral reasons to justify their decisions. This competition helps students develop skills in observing desirable traits for livestock marketing and breeding while understanding economic factors that influence livestock selection.