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Competing at the Big E VERSAILLES – Congratulations to the Versailles FFA members who competed Sept 13-15 in the National FFA Big E in Springfield, Mass. Past graduate Jacob Wuebker was named the Big E National FFA Star State in Ag Placement. Wuebker qualified after placing first in Ohio in May. As part of the process, he interviewed and submitted an application. This award was based on Wuebker’s SAE at Wuebker Farms LLC. He was awarded two plaques as part of the contest and was also awarded $750 sponsored by the Big E exposition and Farm Credit East. Caden Buschur placed fourth in Advanced Prepared Public Speaking Contest. Buschur presented and memorized a 6- to 8-minute speech and answered questions after the speech. His topic was “Putting Food on the World’s Table.” Buschur qualified to compete at the Big E after placing in
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the top three in the state. The Dairy Judging Team placed fourth and the team consisted of Clay Bergman seventh overall individual, Renea Schmitmeyer ninth overall individual, Buschur placed 13th overall and Shelbie Schmitmeyer placed 14th. As part of the Big E Dairy Judging Contest, they had to evaluate six classes, give two sets of oral reasons, do a team activity Courtesy photos related to herd health management Versailles FFA members Renea Schmitmeyer, Clay Bergman, Caden Buschur, and past graduate Shelbie Schmitmeyer placed fourth in the National FFA Big E Dairy Judging Contest. and take a written test. A special thanks to Indian Stone Holstein – Charlie and Anton Henry, Buschur Dairy Farm - Steve Buschur and Leslie Maurice for hosting practices and helping coach the team. A special thank to Steve Buschur and Jeff Wuebker for serving as chaperones. The Big E consists of 18 states that make the National FFA Eastern Region and is a large state fair that is home to Versailles FFA member Caden Buschur placed the Eastern Region states. Past graduate Jacob Wuebker won the Star fourth overall in the National FFA Big E State in Ag Placement at the 2019 Big E.
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VERSAILLES – At the Versailles FFA meeting on Sept. 16, three dedicated members were recognized. In addition to the FFA meeting, Versailles FFA played softball against Marion Local FFA. A special thanks to Marion Local for attending, Versailles K of C Hall for using their diamond and William Borchers for serving as the umpire. September FFA members of the month are Emma Gasson, Sara Cavin, and Zach Watren. Gasson is the daughter of Clint and Shelly Gasson. She has participated in the Ag Issues CDE and has been actively involved in the Ag is Cool Tent, Shop & Crop, FFA Meetings, Farm Day, State FFA Convention, the Omelet Breakfast, and many other events. Her SAE consists of growing a garden as well as raising rabbits, market hogs and a calf. Cavin, junior, is the daughter of Brenda Abbott and Philip Cavin. She
has participated in the Poultry Judging and Soil Judging CDE events. She has also been actively involved Poultry Days Activities, Pork and Beef Tent, Ag is Cool Tent, Shop & Crop, FFA Booth, State FFA Convention, National FFA Convention, FFA meetings, and multiple other activities. Her SAE consists of growing a garden. Watren, sophomore, is the son of Matt and Cindy Watren. He has participated in the Wildlife CDE and has been actively involved in the Pork and Beef Tent, FFA meetings, nursing home visits, assisting with Greenhand FFA conference the banquet, Omelet Breakfast, Soup & Sandwich Social, and many other activities. His SAE consists of completing community service at the nursing home. The honorees received an FFA T-shirt and certificate for being recogCourtesy photo nized as a member of the month. Emma Gasson, Sara Cavin and Zach Watren were named Versailles FFA September Members of the Month.
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VERSAILLES – On Saturday, Nov. 16, the Versailles FFA will be sponsoring a free Young Ag Conference: The Next Step at the Versailles High School, 280 Marker Road. This event is for anyone in grades 6-12 with any interest in agriculture for their future in the Darke County. This event will feature many different types of agriculture professionals teaching about their careers, as well as agriculture colleges and high institutions and businesses will be present show casing their opportunities. This event will start at 8:30 a.m. and will conclude by 1 p.m. This event is free and includes
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Hesson takes first in judging VERSAILLES – On Sept. 17, the Versailles FFA participated in the County FFA Soil Judging competition. The Versailles FFA had 11 members participating who were divided into four teams. The members who participated include Alex Kaiser, Caleb Kaiser, Deanna Hesson, and Sara Cavin. The team consisting of Deanna Hesson, Alex Kaiser, Caleb Kaiser, and Sara Cavin placed second out of
six teams. Out of 30 participants, Deanna Hesson placed first overall with a total of 668 points. A special thanks to Jeff and Mandy Martin for allowing them to use their property as part of the contest and Darke County Soil and Water Conservation District for hosting the contest. All the Versailles individuals will be moving onto the District Soil Judging Contest.
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4-H CLUB NEWS Darke County Holstein
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On July 14, Clarissa Hutchinson and Kurt Meiring opened our meeting by saying the pledge and motto. After this, the club briefly discussed upcoming events. We also had Jocelyn Tuente, Caitlynn Schemmel, and Jaimee Hoelscher do their project demonstrations. Following this, each of the members participated in advisor judging. We also voted on a theme for this year’s fair booth, and discussed the materials we would use to decorate it. The meeting was closed and we went outside for recreation led by Kurt. After recreation we had snacks and drinks. Jocelyn Tuente, reporter Ohio Owner/Realtor®
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Blue Angels The Blue Angels 4-H Club held a meeting on July 22. President Blake Addis called the meeting to order. Pledges were led by Julia Raffle. Community Service Officer Evan Addis reminded members caps for the bench where due by the end of the month. Health and Safety Officer Julia Raffle presented summer tips to stay cool. Old Business: Bake-O-Rama sign-ups, members are needed to narrate the Food Revue, and Stuff
a Bus. New business: Sheet with information of upcoming events for the Darke County Fair was passed out to members. Member Ella Williams and Advisor Tina Colby demonstrated do’s and don’ts for the Bake-O-Rama The Birthday Committee recognized members with July and August birthdays. Vice-President Nic Colby competed for King of the Darke County Fair. Advisor Amy Addis recognized members who had won County Rosettes and State Fair Delegates. Advisor Sharon Harpest reminded members of upcoming events for the Darke County Fair, time for Youth Building Supervision, Revue cards are due, and members to send thankyou to trophy sponsors. Sixteen members, four advisors and seven guests attended the meeting. The next meeting will be held Oct. 14, 6:30 p.m. at the Faith Baptist Church and will include Recognition of Members. Tyler McKinniss, reporter
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Embracing change in an evolving industry GREENVILLE – Kent Holmes was busy at the Darke County Fair in Greenville representing Apple Farm Service, Inc., a four-store Case IH and New Holland dealership. With more than 200,000 people moving through the fairgrounds during its run, Holmes and the rest of the team from the dealership were certainly busy. It’s also something he didn’t envision himself doing four years ago, when he was still working in media advertising in Nashville, but he wouldn’t have it any other way. He says that he and his wife, Kari, got homesick and moved back to Greenville, which they think is the perfect place to raise their daughter—among family and the community they grew up in. Holmes says he has also found a perfect fit for his talents at the familyowned dealership, based in Covington. For the past three years, he’s served as the marketing manager for Apple Farm Service, and says that he stays busy promoting the brands, working on
advertising programs and dealership development, as well as overseeing the website and social-media outlets. Perhaps what he enjoys most, he says, is that every day is different. “With a family-owned dealership, you get to wear so many hats,” he says. “I like the fast-paced atmosphere and the opportunity to embrace change.” Holmes is preparing himself well for an evolving industry. He is working toward finishing his M.B.A. this coming year through Western Governors University. This online Master’s program, through the Salt Lake City-based university, allows him to work around his schedule and pursue classes at his own pace. That may mean studying at 5 a.m. before his daughter wakes up and work starts, but he’s happy to be able to juggle family, work and his studies. To help him complete his educational goals, Holmes received a scholarship from the Equipment Dealers Foundation, which is also matched by
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Apple Farm Service. “I truly appreciate receiving this scholarship, and I hope I can give back in the same way the Foundation and Bill Apple have helped me out,” he says. “Kent has always shown an ability to turn valuable insights from dealer
group meetings into productive plans and viable business solutions,” says William Apple, president. “We fully anticipate he will use the newfound knowledge from his M.B.A. degree to contribute positively to Apple Farm Service.” While he has a solid handle on certain parts of the business, like marketing, advertising and daily operations, he has enjoyed taking classes to fill in areas he says he didn’t know as much about. He now has a better understand of the business side of things like longterm forecasting and market trends. Putting these new skills to work will help him in his job and to keep Apple competitive, he says. When he talks about his future, Holmes is clear he’s here to stay in the ag business. “You can’t get more downto-earth people than our customers. And in the end it’s about good relationships. We’re all in it together, and I look forward to what the future brings.
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4-H CLUB NEWS Darke County Holstein The Darke County Holstein 4-H Club met on Sept. 22 at Doug and Brenda Schmitmeyer’s house. The president called the meeting to order. The secretary had roll call and the treasurer’s report was read. The club was reminded to get thank you cards sent out to your buyers and trophy donors. The club received $45 for our booth and float at fair. Karen thanked everyone for all of their help at the fair. The advisors talked about the sale and if anyone had ideas for sale items for next year. The president asked those who showed steers if they wanted to do something else instead of the grooming contest. Steer weigh in is Nov. 30th from 9-11. Does the club have any ideas for a Community Service Project if so let Karen or one of the other advisors know? Karen
has County Medal, Ohio 4-H Achievement, and Premier Award forms if anyone is interested to fill them out see Karen. Karen asked the club if they wanted to go to a corn maze or somebody’s house for the October Meeting. The next meeting is our November Meeting at the bank. The meeting was adjourned and the club did different activities and enjoyed snacks. Alexis Barhorst, reporter
Ansonia 4-H The Ansonia 4-H Club met Aug. 5 at the Cottonwood Lakes Campground. Before the meeting the club ate pizza and made tie-dye shirts. President Olivia Wright called the meeting to order and led the pledges. A piece of paper was passed around for the members to sign in on. In news, the members and their parents signed up for booth supervision at the fair. The members were also asked to sign up to read revue cards for the State Fair Revue. Information was given on the fair parade and booth setup. Allison Warner, reporter
4-H CLUB NEWS Patterson Patchers On Aug. 13 the Patterson Patchers 4-H club held their monthly meeting. Members were informed of all the club’s duties during the fair and turned in their projects from this year to be displayed at the booth in the Youth Building at the fair. The next meeting will be at the North Star Community Center and Park. This meeting will be a cookout so all family members are invited. Meat will be provided but please bring a side dish to share and drinks for your family. Delaney Barga, reporter
Joyful Jets On Aug. 13, the Joyful Jets 4-H Club met at the Darke County Fairgrounds in the Youth Building for a regularly scheduled 4-H meeting. The Booth Committee met to set-up the booth. The Float Committee will meet Thursday before the parade to assemble the float.
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In New Business, member pictures were taken that were needed for the fair booth and all members received a fair schedule of events, shows, and revues. Booth watch and pick-up times were announced. Caleb Wiant, reporter
Blue Angels The Blue Angels 4-H Club held a meeting on July 10. President Blake Addis called the meeting to order. Pledges were led by Evan Addis. Community Service Officer Evan Addis reminded members to turn in caps for the bench. Health and Safety Officer Julia Raffle presented Hydration tips. Old Business: Junior Fair King & Queen sign-ups, Bake-O-Rama sign-ups, and members are needed to narrate the Food Revue. New business: Members approved the funds to pay for the 50th anniversary bench, county judging reminder, pick-up Fair Revue cards, and Stuff a Bus. Sixteen members, four advisors and seven guests attended the meeting. Tyler McKinniss, reporter
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