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2011 Proceedings - National FFA Organization

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AgriculturAl proficiEncy winnErs continuEd<br />

<strong>FFA</strong> advisor is Stephen Zimmerman. This award is sponsored by<br />

Briggs and Stratton Corporation Foundation Inc.<br />

Finalists:<br />

stuart Vincent Wakeman<br />

Lawrence Free State <strong>FFA</strong> – Kan.<br />

nick edward Mueller<br />

Garretson <strong>FFA</strong> – S.D.<br />

Cody D. Mueller<br />

Valders <strong>FFA</strong> – Wis.<br />

Agricultural Mechanics repair and<br />

Maintenance—Placement<br />

Dalton lamar black—Kansas<br />

Dalton Lamar Black began his SAE installing lawn irrigation. After<br />

a few years, he started working for a hydraulics company. Dalton<br />

can repair a complete hydraulic system by himself, run diagnostic<br />

tests and troubleshoot the repairs. He works with a mechanic<br />

every day and continues to develop and increase his skills. Dalton<br />

is a member of the Buhler <strong>FFA</strong> Chapter, and his <strong>FFA</strong> advisors<br />

are John Clark and Justin Seuser. This award is sponsored by<br />

Hobart Welding Products and Tractor Supply Company.<br />

Finalists:<br />

andrew Dan largen<br />

Creighton <strong>FFA</strong> – Neb.<br />

Chad louis Hoersten<br />

Delphos Jefferson <strong>FFA</strong> – Ohio<br />

raymond Joseph beck<br />

Mulhall-Orlando <strong>FFA</strong> – Okla.<br />

Agricultural Processing—entrepreneurship/<br />

Placement<br />

William brewster—California<br />

William Brewster of the Hanford <strong>FFA</strong> Chapter works with his<br />

father in a cheese processing company. The plant produces<br />

traditional style and specialty Portuguese cheese, as well as fruit<br />

baskets, jellies and snacks. William has been involved in mixing,<br />

cutting curds, pasteurizing, and molding cheeses. His <strong>FFA</strong> advisors<br />

are Sam Rodriguez, Brian Combes, Dennis Fuller, Jared<br />

Castle, Lilly Pimentel and Susan Moran. This award is sponsored<br />

by Archer Daniels Midland Company and CHS.<br />

Finalists:<br />

ely Vance Walker<br />

Altoona-Midway <strong>FFA</strong> – Kan.<br />

lillie Katelan shartzer<br />

Portland <strong>FFA</strong> – Tenn.<br />

brandon g. fay<br />

Waupaca <strong>FFA</strong> – Wis.<br />

18 Believe <strong>Proceedings</strong> <strong>2011</strong><br />

Agricultural sales—entrepreneurship<br />

Dustin eugene stanton—Missouri<br />

As the owner of “Stanton Brothers”, Dustin Eugene Stanton raises<br />

7,000 laying hens. Dustin provides eggs to three local bakers, three<br />

nursing homes, restaurants, the University of Missouri dining halls<br />

and many other clients. Dustin has learned to budget and look for<br />

new ways to expand the business. He is a member of the Centralia<br />

<strong>FFA</strong> Chapter, and his <strong>FFA</strong> advisors are Scott Stone and Lori Lewis.<br />

This award is sponsored by Crop Production and Monsanto.<br />

Finalists:<br />

Melissa Marie Maultsby<br />

Fallbrook <strong>FFA</strong> – Calif.<br />

ashlea nicole smith<br />

Cushing <strong>FFA</strong> – Okla.<br />

Katie swenson<br />

Payson <strong>FFA</strong> – Utah<br />

Agricultural sales—Placement<br />

anders lee olson—Nebraska<br />

For nearly half a century, Anders Lee Olson’s family has owned<br />

a farm machinery auction house. Each year, the business holds<br />

two consignment auctions and several estate sales. Anders has<br />

added his talents to the operation. He writes sale bills, clerks<br />

sales and creates web and radio advertising opportunities.<br />

Anders is a member of the Tekamah-Herman <strong>FFA</strong> Chapter, and<br />

his <strong>FFA</strong> advisor is Don Wallace. This award is sponsored by Fastenal<br />

and Vigortone Ag Products.<br />

Finalists:<br />

alex ramirez<br />

Arroyo Grande <strong>FFA</strong> – Calif.<br />

Thad b. robinson<br />

Lanier County <strong>FFA</strong> – Ga.<br />

emily ann ries<br />

Lomira <strong>FFA</strong> – Wis.

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