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 />
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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.