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CONTENTS The Greatest Show | Oklahoma Youth Expo | 2021
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Lessons from the Barn
For fourth-generation agriculturalist Cooper Shebester, his impact from being involved the livestock industry didn’t end after his time in the ring.
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Excellence Acknowledged
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Welcome Home
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Winning Mindset
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All it Takes is a Spark
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Family Affair
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Leaders on the Horizon
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OYE recognizes administrators who provide outstanding support of junior agricultural programs within their representive school districts across the state of Oklahoma.
A vision for the future.
A day in the life of swine showmen, Hagen and Sydney Cundiff.
The next generation strives for greatness.
Showing pigs is a long-time family tradition for siblings Grace and Noah Palmer.
The Oklahoma Agricultural Leadership Encounter, better known as OALE, is a program designed to expand the knowledge of the agricultural industry for today’s young adults.
Howdy Neighbors
Ron Hays named the 2021 Show Honoree.
On the Cover
Bob Funk looks onward over the Jim Norick arena where champions are crowned each year at the Oklahoma Youth Expo. Photo by Ely Fair Photography
The Official Publication of the Oklahoma Youth Expo
STRONGER TOGETHER. From the Ring
From the Editor
It’s hard to believe that we are here for the 106th Oklahoma Youth Expo! This time last year, the world entered a phase that none of us could have foreseen, all right in the middle of our show. Last year, the heartbreak we experienced is something I hope none of us ever have to relive again. After the cancellation of the 2020 OYE due to the pandemic, I knew we would be back for 2021, but never expected to have such an incredible year of growth for our team here at OYE. Our core mission at the Oklahoma Youth Expo has always been to provide opportunities for Ag youth to grow and develop skills that will take them far beyond the showring. Until 2020, our team has done this on an incredible level here in Oklahoma, and others have taken note of our ability. This past year, our team created and put on three additional shows, the California Youth Ag Expo, the Exposition for the Youth of Oklahoma and the Cattlemen’s Congress. All of these shows were extremely successful even amidst a global pandemic. Here, we are bringing a little bit of Oklahoma’s elite ability to create opportunity to showcase agriculture to all corners of the United States. Not only have we been putting on additional shows this past year, but we’ve also been busy fundraising and building the ONWARD Endowment. To date, we have raised $3.5 million for the Endowment with the goal of raising at least $5 million, a goal we plan to fulfill by the end of 2021. This year marks my tenth year as the Executive Director of OYE and it is incredible how far we have come throughout the past decade. I am extremely proud of my team and am grateful for our visionary board for allowing us the opportunity to spread our wings and provide new opportunities for the agriculture industry, now on a national level. I wish you all the best of luck at the 2021 Oklahoma Youth Expo and cannot wait to see you all!
March 15, 2020 is one day I will not soon forget. A day that started out strong, full of confidence and determination, only to be crushed, leaving everyone heartbroken. However, they say our struggles make us stronger. All the blood, sweat and tears put into the livestock projects, the months of preparation, the anticipation, the goals that were set and the dreams everyone had, were forever crushed with one awful word, canceled. However, it’s a new year, bringing new determination, new drive, and a new fire within each of us to redeem and reclaim what is rightfully ours. It is time to show the world that OYE still is and always will be, The Greatest Show. This past year our team has overcome challenge after challenge and have been able to provide venues for youth across the United States opportunities to exhibit their livestock projects. We have created new traditions while embracing our Oklahoma roots and are able to share a few traditions with others from across the country. I have never felt more blessed than I do now. Our team is truly second to none and I am honored to have a small role of helping produce the ‘World’s Largest Junior Livestock Show’. It is my pleasure to present the stories of our incredible exhibitors, our staff and our board of directors. In this edition of The Greatest Show, you will find the stories of individuals who are determined and resilient amid these uncertain times. These young men and women are wise far beyond their years and certainly are the best and the brightest in our state. Rest assured, the future of agriculture is in good hands.
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LESSONS from the BARN The Greatest Show | OYE | Spring 2021
For fourth-generation agriculturalist Cooper Shebester, his impact from being involved the livestock industry didn’t end after his time in the ring did. Shebester began his involvement with the youth livestock industry at the age of five with a goat, but then he quickly transitioned to cattle at the age of nine when he was eligible to show at Oklahoma’s state shows. “I credit a lot of things in my life to the junior livestock industry,” Shebester said. “I made countless friends that I still talk to today.” Along with the friends he gained, Shebester acquired many life skills such as responsibility, a hard work ethic and the ability to communicate. He attributes those skills playing a large role in the transition from a high school student to an adult in college. “All the skills I have learned I take to heart because nowadays, those skills matter. If you don’t have confidence, you will not be noticed.” Throughout High School, Shebester was heavily involved, not just in FFA but also in programs such as the AFR Youth Council, taking on roles that he said, prepared him for his future and pushed him to stay involved in the agriculture industry.
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His time spent in the barn and the ring were where most of his life lessons were learned, and he said he learned the showring is only a small part of a much larger industry. “The show ring is just a small portion of agriculture,” he said. “It serves as a way to show people and teach students what it takes to truly feed the world.
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I REALLY ENJOY TEACHING THE YOUNGER KIDS THE SKILLS I HAVE LEARNED. I AM TRYING TO REPAY THE FAVOR AND HELP OTHERS, JUST AS OTHERS DID FOR ME WHEN I BEGAN. – Cooper Shebester “It’s hard work,” he said. “Work very few understand, but through the junior livestock programs like OYE, more of Oklahoma’s youth understand and appreciate the hard work farmers and ranchers do each and every day.” Shebester planned to exhibit a market steer at the 2020 Oklahoma Youth Expo, however, unfortunately due to the COVID-19 Pandemic, the 2020 show was cancelled prior to him being able to show. “It’s disappointing for sure,” Shebester said. “My family and I spent months working to get them ready, and to not be able to show at OYE my senior year was tough. “Yet, that’s one of the lessons we all learn through showing livestock, that life isn’t always fair and that sometimes you need to just stand up and make the best of a bad situation,” he said. Upon high school graduation, Shebester began the next step in life at Eastern Oklahoma State College. While at EOSC, he takes part in the livestock judging team while pursuing a degree in animal science with a pre-vet option. Shebester wants to be a vet, specifically an embryologist, because embryo transplant can drastically increase the productivity and quality of a herd much quicker than traditional breeding.
In his free time, Shebester has begun investing into the next generation of agriculturalists by helping younger cattle showmen. “I really enjoy teaching the younger kids the skills I have learned,” Shebester said. “I am trying to repay the favor and help others, just as others did for me when I began.” Shebester gives the kids he helps many tips and tricks, but the most important advice he has passed onto them is to don’t stop working and be consistent. He believes that without persistence, you will not be the best you can be. “Nothing is perfect, but you can’t give up. Just keep going,” Shebester said. – Written by Emily Smith Learn more about Cooper here.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
BOB FUNK
JIMMY HARREL
Chairman of the Board CEO, Express Ranches
Vice-Chairman of the Board CEO, Bank of Western Oklahoma
RANDY GILBERT
JARED BOEHS
President, Southwest American Livestock Foundation
President, The Sirloin Club of Oklahoma
DR. CLINT RUSK
CHAD WARMINGTON
Department Head, Oklahoma State University Animal Science
President and CEO, State Chamber of Oklahoma
SPECIAL THANKS TO Gary and Judy Robinson of Hollis, OK
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CATTLE SHOW
Show Dates
STEERS
COMMERCIAL BREEDING HEIFERS
Jack Ward of Missouri
Thursday, March 11
HEIFERS
SHOWMANSHIP
Ring 1: Tyler Winegardner of Ohio
Friday, March 12
Ring 2: Frank Ward of California Commercial Heifers: Graham Blagg of Kansas
PUREBRED BREEDING HEIFERS
ORB: Graham Blagg of Kansas
Saturday, March 13
Superintendents
Sunday, March 14
BREEDING HEIFERS Kurt Murray of Perkins, Oklahoma David Jett of Laverne, Oklahoma MARKET STEERS Kurt Murray of Perkins, Oklahoma Richie Oakes of Taloga, Oklahoma
Monday, March 15
FITTING CONTEST Tuesday, March 16
MARKET STEERS Wednesday, March 17 Thursday, March 18
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GOAT SHOW
Show Dates
MARKET GOATS
DOE FITTING CONTEST
Mark Hoge of Illinois
Friday, March 12
WETHER DAM BREEDING DOES
DOE SHOWMANSHIP
Lane Halfmann of Texas
Friday, March 12
BREEDING DOES
WETHER DAMS
Lane Halfmann of Texas
Friday, March 12
Superintendents
BREEDING DOES
BREEDING DOES AND MARKET WETHERS Jack Staats of Alva, Oklahoma
Saturday, March 13
Phil Stacy of Oktaha, Oklahoma
WETHER SHOWMANSHIP
JD McNutt of Ada, Oklahoma
Wednesday, March 17
Allen Miller of Orlando, Oklahoma Clark Long of McAlister, Oklahoma
MARKET WETHERS Wednesday, March 17 Thursday, March 18
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SHEEP SHOW
Show Dates
MARKET LAMBS
PUREBRED BREEDING EWES
Craig Beckmier of Illinois
Sunday, March 14
PUREBRED BREEDING EWES
COMMERCIAL BREEDING EWES
Josh Cody of Texas
Sunday, March 14
COMMERCIAL BREEDING EWES
SHOWMANSHIP
Josh Cody of Texas
Monday, March 15
Superintendents
MARKET WETHERS
BREEDING EWES AND MARKET WETHERS
Wednesday, March 17
Trevor Lucas of Stillwater, Oklahoma
Thursday, March 18
Dr. Jerry Fitch of Stillwater, Oklahoma Darin Annuschat of Stillwater, Oklahoma
INTERESTED IN SUPPORTING SHEEP EXHIBITORS? Donate to The Rack Pack! Contact OYE at kass@okyouthexpo.org for more information.
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SWINE SHOW
Show Dates
MARKET BARROWS
COMMERCIAL BREEDING GILTS
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Sift Judge Blaine Evans of Indiana
Light Cross Friday, March 12
PUREBRED BREEDING GILTS
PUREBRED BREEDING GILTS
Head Judge Miles Toenyes of Illinois
Friday, March 12
Sift Judge Will Hilty of Pennsylvania
Saturday, March 13
COMMERCIAL BREEDING GILTS
SHOWMANSHIP
Head Judge Andy Rash of Illinois
Monday, March 15
Sift Judge Troy Sloan of Missouri
Superintendents
MARKET BARROWS
BREEDING GILTS AND MARKET BARROWS
Wednesday, March 17
Scott Nemecek of Stillwater, Oklahoma
Thursday, March 18
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EXCELLENCE acknowledged.
Each year, OYE recognizes administrators who provide outstanding support of junior agricultural programs within their representive school districts across the state of Oklahoma. Administrators are nominated through an essay application by student and teacher representatives. It is of the utmost importance to the future of agriculture, to the Oklahoma Youth Expo, but most importantly to the young people of our state’s agricultural programs to have the support of administrators and their school as a whole. The Oklahoma Youth Expo is proud to present this year’s recipients of the Chairman’s Award.
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Mr. Larry Greenwood | Principal Whether it be attending livestock shows, speech contests, career development events, or anything in between, Spiro High School principal Mr. Larry Greenwood is known for his continual unwavering support of the Spiro FFA chapter for the past 27 years. Not only is Mr. Greenwood an illustrious faculty member of Spiro Public Schools, he is also an outstanding member of the community. He is known to attend all FFA-related events while promoting the growth of the organization and never fails to answer the call when the program is in need. Mr. Greenwood goes above and beyond what is expected of him as a high school principal, and for that the Spiro community is proud to call him theirs.
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Mr. Jarrod Johnson | Principal Dating all the way back to his time serving as the Oklahoma FFA Northwest District Vice President, Mr. Jarrod Johnson’s ties to agriculture run deep. Mr. Johnson began his career in education as an agricultural education instructor at both Deer Creek-Lamont and Waukomis public schools before taking on his current role as the elementary, middle and high school principal at Drummond Public Schools. While serving in his role as principal, Mr. Johnson saw the need to invest back into the Drummond community’s agricultural program due to the obvious lack of interest from students. He then led the charge in creating a school bond package, which included a new livestock show barn, which was passed by a unanimous vote. Mr. Johnson sets an example that all agriculturalists should follow. Mr. Roe Worbes | Superintendent Altus Superintendent of Schools, Mr. Roe Worbes, is known to be a devoted advocate for agricultural education and FFA. He has proven his dedication to Altus Public School’s students not only in the traditional livestock arena, but also in leadership development activities, nontraditional agriscience projects and aquaponics program development. Most recently, Mr. Worbes supported a grant submission allowing the Altus FFA chapter to purchase a vertical hydroponics system. This system was then used to help in providing home delivery of food for students adversely affected by the COVID-19 Pandemic. Roe’s visionary leadership style and the ability to make each student feel important are only a few of notable characteristics that make Mr. Roe a true steward of agriculture.
PAST CHAIRMAN’S AWARD RECIPIENTS 2011 Mr. Donny Black Superintendent, Choctaw Public Schools Mr. Tom Wilsie Superintendent, Tecumseh Public Schools 2010 Mr. Chad Hance Superintendent, Amber-Pocasset Public Schools Dr. Ann Caine Supertintendent, Stillwater Public Schools Mrs. Judy Morton Principal, Webbers Falls Public Schools 2009 Mr. Mark Ichord Superintendent, Hartshorne Public Schools Mr. Gayle Hainy Supertintendent, Canton Public Schools 2008 Mr. Steve Walker Superintendent, Cimarron Public Schools Mr. Charles Willis Principal and Assistant Superintendent, Kingfisher Public Schools Mr. Dwayne Danker Superintendent, Wellston Public Schools 2007 Mr. Wes McFarland Superintendent, Agra Public Schools Dr. Don Sjoberg Superintendent, Mulhall-Orlando Schools Mr. Les Tilley Principal, Perkins-Tryon Public Schools 2006 Mr. Jerry Hood Superintendent, Keys Public Schools Mr. Mark Fenton Superintendent, Mulhall-Orlando Schools Mr. Terry Tipton Head Principal, Mustang High School 2005 Mr. Eddie Thomas Superintendent, Laverne Public Schools Mr. Danny McKee Primary Principal, Sentinel High School Mr. Brad Spears Administrator, Jones Academy of the Choctaw Nation 2004 Dr. Kenny Beams Superintendent, Ripley Public Schools Mr. Jim Parrish Superintendent, Calera Public Schools Mr. Rocky Burchfield Superintendent, Fairview Public Schools
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2020 Mr. Jeff Daugherty Superintendent, Merritt Public Schools Mrs. Sayra Bryant Principal, Barnsdall Public Schools Mr. Scott Parks Superintendent, Howe Public Schools 2019 Mr. Brian Deatherage Superintendent, Red Oak Public Schools Ms. Joline Oldenburg Principal, Mulhall-Orlando Public Schools Dr. Marc Moore Superintendent, Stillwater Public Schools 2018 Mrs. Mary Murrell Superintendent, Kiefer Public Schools Mr. Chad Hance Superintendent, Cache Public Schools Mrs. Paula Combs Elementary School Principal, Sentinel Public Schools 2017 Mrs. Julie McCormick Assistant Superintnedent and Special Services Director, Tecumseh Public Schools Mr. Seth Shibley Principal, Sapulpa High School Mr. Paul Blessington Superintendent, Harrah Public Schools 2016 Mr. Max Tanner Superintendent, Oologah Public Schools Mr. Jerime Parker Principal, Amber-Pocasset High School Mr. Buddy Wood Superintendent, Elk City Public Schools 2015 Mrs. Lorinda Chancellor Superintendent, Mill Creek Public Schools Mrs. Lisa Pitts Principal, Ripley Elementary School Mr. Randy Holly Superintendent, Shattuck Public Schools 2014 Dr. Jeanene Barnett Superintendent, Bristow Public Schools Mr. Michael Thompson Principal, Deer Creek-Lamont High School Mr. Eddie Thomas Superintendent, Laverne Public Schools 2013 Mr. Bob Beutelschies Principal, Webbers Falls Public Schools Mr. Mark Calavan Superintendent, Checotah Public Schools Mr. Gerald Parks Superintendent, Calera Public Schools 2012 Dr. Tracy Fredman Principal, Wellston Public Schools Mr. Brad Richards Principal, Agra Public Schools Mr. Jeff Pruit Principal, Bethel Public Schools
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A vision for the future.
For the past 20 years, the Oklahoma Youth Expo has had many homes, all literal houses that served as office space for the team at OYE. From the early days in Leadership Square to the past eight years in the Paseo Arts District, these houses hosted some of the most inventive ideas the stock show industry has seen. Yet, none of these buildings quite felt like home. Throughout the years, OYE’s team has grown and in the past year, so has the impact of OYE. In 2020, the team took on additional responsibilities and today manage not only OYE, but the California Youth Ag Expo, the Exposition for the Youth of Oklahoma and the newly launched Cattlemen’s Congress. “We didn’t know how much we needed this office until we moved in,” said President of the Onward Foundation, Tyler Norvell. “This building has allowed us to grow and expand the impact our team has on the ag youth of Oklahoma and now, the entire United States.” In 2018, chairman of the OYE board, Bob Funk expressed his interest in helping secure OYE’s future. To do so, Mr. Funk believed a new building was essential and that it was important it be located on the fairgrounds. Plans were made and the building began, funded mostly in part by Mr. Funk himself. The Oklahoma Youth Expo moved into its new home, located on the southeast side of Oklahoma State Fair Park off of Reno Avenue, in May of 2020. “Since then, this building has been the meeting place for livestock breed associations, local and state agriculture organizations and newly formed stock shows,” Norvell said. “It’s seen a lot in its first year and who knows what’s to come.
The Bob Funk Legacy is home to the Oklahoma Youth Expo, located at 21 Land Rush Street in Oklahoma City.
Bob Funk speaks at the building dedication of the life skills 4-H and FFA students learn throught programs like the Oklahoma Youth Expo.
“There is no doubt in my mind that this building helped launch us down an incredibly successful road,” he added. The new building is home to OYE’s six staff members, has an official board room with state of the art video conferencing capabilities, a large work room and a large storage area. “The 6,000-square-foot building is the permanent home for us and we are grateful for Mr. Funk in his role of underwriting a large portion of the project,” Norvell said. In honor of Mr. Funk, the building was named the Bob Funk Legacy, home of the Oklahoma Youth Expo. “It is a great legacy for me and I appreciate OYE for naming the building after myself,” Funk said. “I hope it is here for many, many years to come.” Since the completion of the Bob Funk Legacy, the team at OYE has taken on additional responsibilities and become a major player in management of livestock shows. “I truly believe we have the best team in the nation when it comes to managing livestock shows,” Norvell said. “This past year after OYE was canceled midway through due to the COVID-19 Pandemic, we expected to slow down as much of the country did. However, our workload more than doubled.” In May of 2020, a group of livestock enthusiasts in California approached the team and hired them to launch and manage the California Youth Ag Expo, which took place in Corning, California in August 2020. “The board of directors in California liked what they saw at OYE and how our team is truly devoted to the ag youth,” said Executive Vice President of the Oklahoma Youth Expo, Kass Newell. “Our priority is and always will be to make all of our shows enjoyable for the agriculture community and make decisions around how we can best serve them.” Later in the summer, the Oklahoma State Fair was canceled due to the pandemic. “As soon as we heard of the cancellation I knew we needed to step up to the plate,” Norvell said. “The team was ready and we created the Exposition for the Youth of Oklahoma.” In a matter of weeks the team secured the Stephens County Fairgrounds in Duncan, Oklahoma to serve as the location and organized the EYO. “It was a fast and furious summer to say the least,” Newell said. “These new opportunities are exciting because it provided a chance for our junior livestock exhibitors to showcase their hard work, and these events were created just for them.”
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Shortly after the EYO, the National Western Stock Show they are building tomorrow’s food promise. announced the cancellation of their livestock show due to the pan“They are our greatest investment,” Funk said. demic. In a matter of days, a group of cattlemen and breed asso“OYE is my first love charity,” Funk said. “OYE’s programs foster ciations came together to form the Cattlemen’s Congress, a stock treasured family traditions and it’s growing the next crop of stushow designed for cattlemen and women across North America. dents who will become tomorrow’s leaders.” That group approached the team at OYE to see if they were interested in managing a national show. “We jumped at the opportunity,” Norvell said. “There were many hurdles we had to jump, from securing the fair- OYE REPRESENTS THE BEST OF grounds to navigating new health protocols, not to mention OUR FUTURE. THEY ARE OUR organizing and pulling off a record-breaking event.” GREATEST INVESTMENT. The Cattlemen’s Congress was hosted in Oklahoma – Bob Funk Sr. City in January of 2021, bringing together more than 9,600 head of cattle from more than 2,700 exhibitors from 41 states and three Canadian Provinces. Once the ONWARD Foundation is fully funded, it will go a long For each of these events, the Bob Funk Legacy served as the way toward ensuring that the Oklahoma Youth Expo is here for genhome for board and industry meetings and it provided ample space erations to come, Norvell said. for staff to organize and operate the new events, something the old “Each and every one of us involved in OYE understand the value offices wouldn’t have been able to do, Norvell said. and importance programs like this serve,” Norvell said. “It teaches The second part of Mr. Funk’s plan to secure OYE’s future was work ethic, determination and makes our youth care for something to create an endowment to help with the ever growing expenses other than themselves, something I’m afraid seems to be missing of managing a stock show. The ONWARD Foundation was formed in today’s society.” with Funk’s pledge to match dollar-for-dollar up to $5 million to Each year, thanks to industry and individual sponsors who see support the Youth Expo and it’s more than 7,500 exhibitors who the value in supporting hard-working youth, OYE is able to award participate each March. nearly $2 million in awards and scholarships. To-date, OYE has raised $3.5 million towards the ONWARD “OYE has impacted tens if not hundreds of thousands of young Foundation, which with Mr. Funk’s promise to double each dollar people,” Norvell said. “To do that would be impossible without peoraised, brings the total to $7 million raised, all to support Oklahople like Mr. Funk who step up, commit, invest and truly care about ma’s ag youth. our young future leaders.” Of the $3.5 million raised, Herman Meinders generously donat– Written by JD Rosman ed $1 million in support. Meinders saw the need to support OklahoLearn more about the ONWARD Foundation here. ma’s next generation of agriculturalists and leaders. “OYE represents the best of our future,” said OYE Board Chairman, Bob Funk. “Rural youth are the future of food security and
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The final school bell rings, and they are out the door to make their way back home. They walk in the front door of their house, put on barn clothes and immediately head down to the barn to begin their evening routine. This is a day in the life of swine showmen, Hagen and Sydney Cundiff. This brother and sister duo hail from Perkins, Oklahoma and have shown pigs for more than a decade. Once the school day is over and they make their way to the show barn, the nearly two dozen pigs on feed are all walked, washed, brushed and fed. Hagen and Sydney spend hours with their show pigs everyday, all with hopes of winning and doing their best at shows around the state of Oklahoma; however, the siblings agree that nothing quite compares to the magic and competition of the Oklahoma Youth Expo. Their family tradition began when Hagen was just two years old and took home his very first Duroc pig. Hagen has loved showing from the start, and it “started clicking” when he was just six years old. At nine years old he exhibited at his first “big show” where he started to understand showing pigs more. “My goal was to continuously get better as I got older,” said Hagen Cundiff. “I really wanted to improve my showmanship.” Now in eighth grade, Hagen’s goals are still the same. He is actively involved in his FFA chapter, as well as a football player and wrestler. Hagen aspires to join the dairy judging team this year and improve in both of his athletic ventures. But, in his mind, nothing comes close to his love for showing pigs.
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“It’s difficult sometimes – you have to set time aside for both but I am confident showing will take me further in life,” Hagen said. “Pigs are my passion, so I’d choose showing over sports any day. “I think what you do is important because it shows others that you can work,” he added. “There are some people who don’t know how to work as hard as you do, and that is what gets you ahead in life.” Some of Hagen’s favorite successes have been in a show barn, including county fair grand champions and securing a spot in the annual Night of Stars Gilt Sale at the 2019 OYE. Time spent with family on road trips to jackpots, competing against his friends in the ring, and growing alongside his sister are a few of the more fond memories Hagen knows he will cherish forever. “Working alongside my family is something I really appreciate,” Hagen said. “We operate as a team and work together, which I know will better prepare me for my future,” Hagen added. “I know my memories with them are some of the best of my life.” For 10-year-old sister Sydney, time with family is the main draw to taking part in her family’s legacy of showing pigs. “I really love spending time in the barn because it’s a lot of fun and allows me to spend time with my family,” Sydney said. “Hagen and I get the opportunity to do this together, and at the end of the day, we just want each other to win.” Showing pigs has quickly become a passion of Sydney’s, and she is positive her dedication has a purpose. Sydney appreciates that she has learned to listen more, grow in humility, and become a better showman and leader all through her moments in the barn. Whether it’s the high of making it to the Big Ring or the let down of not placing as high as she would like, Sydney is thankful for all of the time and lessons she has experienced in the barn.
“After it’s all said and done, you simply get better,” Sydney said. “Other people may think it’s weird, but I know it’s worth a lot to do it all. I believe that if you work hard you will win in some way, whether that’s in the ring with a ribbon or not.” It’s the memories, lessons and opportunities like these that keep the Cundiff family coming back to OYE, and this year is certainly no exception. At the 2021 OYE, Hagen says his ultimate goal is to secure himself a spot in the notorious Grand Drive Limo Ride. “I imagine myself getting into the limo, and it all hits me,” Hagen said. “The joy, the happiness, the sense of achievement. That is when success will hit–success for our whole family.” Following their exhibition at The Greatest Show, Hagen and Sydney dream of travelling to their first national show outside of Oklahoma. “We both want to get to know more people and build friendships,” Sydney said. “I would like to experience a new place, see what it’s like, and hopefully win some. Really, I just want to have fun.” This year, the Cundiff siblings are ready to put in the work and make this OYE one to remember. “Whatever we do, we want to do the best we can,” Hagen said. “We want to win. We have that winning mentality. I am eager to see what all we can accomplish with good pigs, hard work and family.” – Written by Emile Mittlestaedt Learn more about Sydney and Hagen here!
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The impact the Oklahoma Association of Electric Cooperatives has left on the Oklahoma Youth Expo, 4-H youth and FFA students across the state truly is unwavering. They go the extra mile for the future generations of leaders and work earnestly to produce a brighter tomorrow. There is no one more deserving of the Sirloin Club Presidents’ Award than the OAEC. The Oklahoma Association of Electric Cooperatives has been involved with the Oklahoma Youth Expo and agricultural youth for multiple years and are always looking for new opportunities to support our youth. They were there to offer support at the inception of OYE, and they still proudly do so today. Their devotion to agricultural and rural roots is evident in their consistent commitment to rural communities and families. “We are extremely grateful for the commitment and the leadership that OAEC has to our rural youth,” said President of the Onward Foundation, Tyler Norvell. “We are fortunate at OYE to have partners like OAEC and cannot thank them enough.” At all levels, the Oklahoma Association of Electric Cooperatives has made it their mission to serve those, and they have successfully done so since 1936. From then on, OAEC has worked to improve the quality of life and education of Oklahomans. Their involvement with the
Oklahoma Youth Expo, the Diamond Hats and the Oklahoma State Fair speaks volumes to their genuine desire to empower lives and communities. The continued generosity of the Oklahoma Association of Electric Cooperatives is nothing shy of notable, as OAEC was the title sponsor of the 2020 Exposition for the Youth of Oklahoma, a multitime platinum sponsor of the Oklahoma Youth Expo, and a loyal advocate for programs like the Oklahoma Rural Electric Youth Tour. “This past year, as event after event was canceled, our team at OYE launched the EYO show as a replacement to the Oklahoma State Fair when it was forced to cancel due to COVID,” Norvell said. “When it came time to find sponsors, OAEC was the first to step forward.” As a steadfast sponsor to many youth-centered and rural organizations, there is no one better suited for this award than the Oklahoma Association of Rural Electric Cooperatives.
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ALL IT TAKES IS A Born with a fire inside, the Sparks family have a passion and competitive edge that is sure to drive them to reach the big goals they have set for themselves. Shawn and Raina Sparks grew up raising and showing swine and continue that tradition today, passing on their passion for the agriculture industry to their three children, Jace, Javen and Jailey. However, this passion has spilled over beyond just showing swine and today the Sparks family raise and show swine, sheep and goats. “My mom and dad showed pigs,” said Javen Sparks. “My dad teaches ag at Hartshorne FFA and one of his students kept telling me to start showing lambs and I got hooked on showing sheep five years ago.” The oldest of the Sparks children, Jace, found his passion not only in swine but also in goats, bringing all three small species under one roof. “Showing is really fun,” Jace said. “We work together and help each other out. “Showing has been a tradition of ours for as long as I can remember,” he said. Sticking true to their roots, the whole family takes part in showing their own competitive, home-raised hogs. From breeding and
farrowing, to raising and training them, all the way to showing and selling them, they truly care for these hogs from start to finish. “There’s a lot of changes through their life cycle,” Jace said. “First they’re little and on the wire, then they make it to the chip barn and then eventually if they are good enough, they’ll make it to OYE. “Making it to the hill and in the big ring at OYE is tough to do,” he said. “But we work hard to get there and will enjoy it always having fun. Raising them from the ground up is really special. There aren’t a lot of people out there who can breed and raise good enough ones to compete at OYE.” The Sparks are no stranger to hard work and they know that the more time spent in the barn working with their livestock projects, the more success they’ll have in the ring. “We get home from school and change our clothes, change water buckets out, walk everything, work on our showmanship and work legs and hair to keep them fresh,” Jace said. “You’ve got to be consistent at what you do. Everyday we need to come out here and make sure they’re looking good and healthy, we need to feed them and everything else.” Jace, Javen and Jailey are all extremely competitive and all three agree that they push each other to be better than they were
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the previous day. “We are really competitive,” Jace said. “Javen and Jailey try to beat me everytime we show against each other. Competition pushes us all to be better showmen and work harder at home in the barn every day.” Javen agrees that the sibling rivalry has made him become a better and more disciplined showman. “For me to beat Jace someday, it’s going to take me working harder than him,” Javen said. “You’ve gotta put the right amount of work in at home to get in the ring and have them behave and work right for you.” Beyond the competition, Jace said he’s made a lot of friends within the livestock industry. “Going to all the shows that we do in a year, I’ve made a lot of new friends,” Jace said. “It’s fun to see them and compete headto-head with each other.” In recent years, the Sparks family have had great success at the Oklahoma Youth Expo. Jace has made it in the Grand Drive and has qualified for the sale multiple times. However, for all three, their goal is to eventually make the limo. “To make it to the limo would be amazing,” Jace said. Laughing he added, “I might pass out if I do make it.”
“Our goal is to always make the premium sale at the Oklahoma Youth Expo,” Javen said. “Eventually my goal is to win it!” With big goals set, the Sparks kids know the workload will only get heavier, but that’s a challenge they’re all eager to tackle. Beyond the showring, Jace said he eventually plans to attend college at Eastern Oklahoma State College before later transferring to Oklahoma State University to study an agriculture related field. “My ultimate goal is I’d like to raise goats one day and work to create the next generation of competitive show goats,” Jace said. From a young age, these three have learned the value of hard work and with enough competition from one another, they’re bound to continue to see success both in and out of the showring, because all it takes is a spark to light the fire. – Written by JD Rosman Learn more about the Sparks family here.
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IN GOOD HANDS Each year, thanks to our generous sponsors, the Oklahoma Youth Expo awards nearly $300,000 in scholarships to Oklahoma’s youth to help with their higher education goals. “These seniors are the future of the Ag indsutry” said OYE Executive Vice President, Kass Newell. “They continue to amaze and impress not only myself, but also the scholarship committee. They
excell in the showring, in class and their extra ciricular activies.” Scholarships are awarded based on academic success, community involvement and leadership. All recipients are required to have previously competed at OYE and all scholarships can only be redeemed at an Oklahoma Higher Education Institution.
EXPRESS RANCHES $5,000 Academic Scholarship *Academic All-State*
OKLAHOMA STATE UNIVERSITY CENTER FOR HEALTH SCIENCES $5,000 Academic Scholarship
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OKLAHOMA STATE UNIVERSITY $5,000 Academic Scholarship *Academic All-State*
Braden Heisler, Waukomis FFA Taylor McGill, Tuttle FFA Halle Rowland, Silo FFA Austin Hooten, Stillwater FFA
Students must attend OSU in the fall of 2021.
Mason Smith, Elk City FFA Braden Burns, Kingfisher FFA
JUSTIN WHITEFIELD MEMORIAL $5,000 Academic Scholarship *Academic All-State*
Marlie Farris, Granite FFA
BLUE CROSS AND BLUE SHIELD OF OKLAHOMA HEALTH AND WELLNESS $5,000 Academic Scholarship Students must enroll in a medical program with the intention of focusing on rural health and wellness.
Jenna Coakley, Perkins-Tryon FFA Keelyn Schaefer, Stillwater FFA Caitlyn Mack, Drummond FFA Blakley Howard, Elgin FFA
DIAMOND HATS — MARILYN HARREL $5,000 Academic Scholarship *Academic All-State*
Abby Bell, Bristow FFA
OKLAHOMA STATE UNIVERSITY — OKLAHOMA CITY President’s Leadership Scholarship Students must attend OSU-OKC in the fall of 2021.
Baylee Rooks, Harrah FFA Alexa Malaske, Harrah FFA
Students must attend OSU in the fall of 2021 and then be accepted into the OSU Center for Health Sciences and enrolled as a full-time student in the medical program.
Lilyana Sestak, Lincoln County 4-H Lauren Chaney, Grove FFA
SOUTHEASTERN OKLAHOMA STATE UNIVERSITY $5,000 Academic Scholarship Students must attend SEOSU in the fall of 2021.
Connor Brooks, Granite FFA
CONNORS STATE COLLEGE Full Tuition Waiver Students must attend Connors State College in the fall of 2021.
Elisabeth Allen, Konawa FFA Britney Oehler, Harrah FFA
EASTERN OKLAHOMA STATE COLLEGE Full Tuition Waiver
Students must attend EOSU in the fall of 2021.
Trent Fronterhouse, Allen FFA Freddy Ronquillo, Moore FFA
MURRAY STATE COLLEGE Full Tuition Waiver Students must attend Murray State College in the fall of 2021.
Keona Mason, Tishomingo FFA
REDLANDS COMMUNITY COLLEGE $4,000 Academic Scholarship Students must attend Redlands Community College in the fall of 2021.
Kaitlyn Bean, Newcastle FFA Kimberly Boyer, Tuttle FFA
CAMERON UNIVERSITY $3,000 Academic Scholarship Students must attend Cameron University in the fall of 2021.
Tryston Simmons, Fletcher FFA Kayla Martin, Cyril FFA
NORTHWESTERN OKLAHOMA STATE UNIVERSITY $3,000 Academic Scholarship Students must attend Northwestern in the fall of 2021.
Terri Owens, Alva FFA Mattie Pitts, Waynoka FFA
OKLAHOMA PANHANDLE STATE UNIVERSITY $3,000 Academic Scholarship Students must attend OPSU in the fall of 2021.
Tuff Trotter, Vian FFA Scott Perry, Beaver FFA
BANCFIRST $2,500 Academic Scholarship
Averee Murray, Owasso FFA
OKLAHOMA ENERGY RESOURCES BOARD $2,500 Academic Scholarship
Liberty Carson, Yukon FFA
LANDRIE TURNER MEMORIAL $2,500 Academic Scholarship
BILL LUCE ENDOWMENT $2,500 Academic Scholarship Eligible for students with current PQA certification in PQA Plus.
Paige Day, Mulhall-Orlando FFA
CHICKASAW NATION $2,500 Academic Scholarship Eligible for students with a Chickasaw Nation CDIB card and a Chickasaw Nation membership card.
Ty Martin, Stratford FFA Bryson McKay, Tecumseh FFA
CHOCTAW NATION OF OKLAHOMA $2,500 Academic Scholarship Eligible for students with a Choctaw Nation CDIB card and a Choctaw Nation membership card.
Merideth Behrens, Cobert FFA Kya Rhodes, Vanoss FFA
DAVIS-STEPHENS ENDOWMENT $2,500 Academic Scholarship
Kaytlyn Cash, Porum FFA
DONETTA COTHREN MEMORIAL $2,500 Academic Scholarship
Drake Williams, Cherokee FFA
OSU FERGUSON COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE $1,000 Academic Scholarship Students must attend OSU in both the fall of 2021 and spring of 2022 semesters and pursue a major in CASNR.
Jentri Reamy, Owasso FFA Haylee Lundry, Haworth FFA
JEFF HAYES MEMORIAL $1,500 Academic Scholarship
Laney Lawson, Newcastle FFA
WILD BUNCH $2,000 Academic Scholarship
Karsyn McQueen, Hollis FFA
OSU ANIMAL SCIENCE $1,250 Academic Scholarship Students must attend OSU in both the fall of 2021 and enroll in Animal Science.
Emma Victery, Chickasha FFA Jace James, Altus FFA Jessica Dougan, Mustang FFA Elena Santiago, Frederick FFA
OKLAHOMA ASSOCIATION OF ELECTRIC COOPERATIVES $1,250 Academic Scholarship
Riley Coleman, Watonga FFA Black Henrichs, Okarche FFA
CODY REDDEN MEMORIAL $1,000 Academic Scholarship
Liberty Carothers, Granite FFA
FARM CREDIT OF OKLAHOMA $1,000 Academic Scholarship
Katelyn Blevins, Hobart FFA Alexa Anderson, Ringwood FFA Claire Carver, Chickasha FFA Colby Erickson, Haskel FFA Cody Cothran, Tishomingo FFA
DIAMOND HATS $1,000 Academic Scholarship
Anna Kelsey, Tecumseh FFA
MARK MCGEE MEMORIAL $1,000 Academic Scholarship
Lawson Coulter, Villiant FFA
OKLAHOMA PORK COUNCIL $1,000 Academic Scholarship Eligible for students with current PQA certification in PQA Plus.
Mattie Richardson, Pauls Valley FFA
Kenzie McAlister, Stillwater FFA Raven Smith, Calumet FFA
FUN COUNTRY R&D $2,500 Academic Scholarship
TED FARISS MEMORIAL $1,000 Academic Scholarship
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Kade McGowen, Colbert FFA
MCDONALD’S $2,000 Academic Scholarship
Luke McEndoo, Stillwater FFA Karman Newman, Frontier FFA Blake Skidgel, Pawnee FFA Yareli Martinez, Moore FFA Zane Avant, El Reno FFA
MARTINDALE FEED MILL $2,500 Academic Scholarship
Shawn Hilliary, Elgin FFA
Colter Esparza, Granite FFA
HARLEY CUSTER MEMORIAL $1,000 Academic Scholarship
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CLAY REUTER MEMORIAL $1,500 Academic Scholarship
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A classic American movie once told us that life is like a box of chocolates, but for Grace and Noah Palmer, life is more like a show ring. Showing pigs is a long-time family tradition for siblings Grace and Noah. The third and fifth of Danny and Carie Palmer’s six children, respectively. It is safe to say they have been involved with the junior livestock program their entire lives. Both siblings recall showing pigs for as long as they can remember, and the same can be said for the other Palmer siblings. “We have been involved with livestock for many years,” Grace said. “Most people have sports, but we have showing. “It’s just our thing,” she said. The Palmer family has its roots and show pig operation in Idabel, Oklahoma, where they proudly represent the McCurtain County 4-H. Noah and his family raise all of their own pigs, a challenge Grace finds extremely rewarding. “My siblings and I raise all of our own pigs,” Grace said. “We do all of the work, the farrowing, the selection of the best litters, the grunt work.” Grace and her siblings do their own training and show practice with help and encouragement from their parents, she said. Noah and his family continue to make the annual drive from Idabel to Oklahoma City with a trailer full of pigs each year because to him, there is a sweetness to be found in catching up with friends across the state and simply being in each other’s presence. Grace admires OYE for the endless opportunities The Greatest Show presents to her and Oklahoma agricultural youth everywhere. “It’s really neat being a part of something that is impactful to our state and communities, especially my family,” Grace said. “It’s truly a chance to be a part of something bigger than myself, and I am grateful for that opportunity,” she added. The most special part of his time spent at OYE is the time with family, Noah said. Showing is an activity the entire family does together, and that is what makes it such a good time, he added. According to Noah, showing livestock is all about balance and adapting when necessary. “There is a way to be stubborn with a pig, but you can’t be too stubborn,” he said. “Pigs can beat you if you do that.” Perhaps one of the most beloved aspects of OYE is the topnotch competition it offers without fail every year, Grace said. The
friendly rivalries combined with the magical production make it the best of the best, she added. “Some people enjoy being on a stage or running on a field, but this is my happy place,” Grace said. “I get to perform. I get to show everyone what I have been working on for the past six months, and it’s really fun. It is something I will never forget.” Now that Grace has graduated high school and Noah has continued in his education, both siblings have noted the priceless skills and lessons the livestock industry has taught them. Grace now works at Legacy Village, a senior living community in Stillwater, Okla., where she does hair for seniors three days a week. “What I learned through showing livestock that I still use today, is that life is not always about doing what you want to do but more about what needs to be done and what you can do to serve others,” she said. “ This has helped me because I see what needs to be done and I do it because I love serving others.” Noah says both showing and life are about utilizing problem solving skills, learning to work with other people, and communicating in ways people will understand – Noah’s “number one” thing. “If someone doesn’t understand it one way, you have to learn to turn it around and make it to where they can understand it,” Noah said. “Something that may make sense to you may not make sense to someone else,” he added. The lessons Noah has learned and quality time with friends keep him coming back to OYE every year, as well as the family opportunities the show presents. For Noah, the small moments like the annual “The Stomp” event and trips to the fairgrounds create special memories with his family and friends. He credits OYE for teaching him that frustrations or annoyances with family are temporary – it is family the memories they make that last a lifetime. Grace, too, believes that family is the most important aspect of showing livestock. “I love the family time that we have through showing pigs,” she said. “It’s taught me how to be dedicated and how to work hard with those you love.” An unique aspect of the Palmer family that Grace believes contributes to their success inside and outside of the barn is their sibling dynamic.
SOME PEOPLE ENJOY BEING ON A STAGE OR RUNNING ON A FIELD, BUT [THE RING] IS MY HAPPY PLACE – Grace Palmer “In my family, I have people I look up to, and there are those who look up to me,” Grace said. “While it is sometimes challenging, it is a great experience because it pushes us to be the best we can be.” Looking forward to the future, Grace plans to show at the 2021 OYE as her senior year got cut short. “You will see me at OYE as I’m getting a second chance to show barrows for the last time,” Grace said. Noah now has a new set of show gilts and barrows he is preparing for this year’s OYE. Though they are both in different stages of life, this brother and sister duo are confident in where they are headed, because they have the skills they have acquired through their experiences in the junior livestock program to guide them in their future endeavors. – Written by Emile Mittlestaedt Learn more about the Palmer family here.
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LEADERS ON THE HORIZON The Oklahoma Youth Expo would not be The Greatest Show if it was not for everyone who works so hard to make it possible, and this year’s Oklahoma Agricultural Leadership Encounter class members are certainly no exception. The Oklahoma Agricultural Leadership Encounter, better known as OALE, is a program designed to expand the knowledge of the agricultural industry for today’s young adults. Expansion and extension of the educational component of the Oklahoma Junior Livestock Program through production agriculture is a major goal of the Oklahoma Youth Expo board of directors and staff. It is only through such emphasis on education that future leaders are devel-
oped and cultivated. The Oklahoma Agricultural Leadership Encounter will help class members secure and grow their knowledge base and skills by presenting opportunities to explore the Industry of Agriculture. This will benefit not only our local communities but our state and nation as well. Class members will also gain exposure to the legislative process and see firsthand how it affects the agricultural industry. Finally, the students will have the opportunity to join The Greatest Show as an invaluable staff member.
MAKENZIE BARNES-ELKINS COALGATE, OKLAHOMA Makenzie Barnes-Elkins is an Oklahoma State University senior pursuing a degree in agricultural communications. She enjoys helping others and lending a helping hand in hopes of making life a little better for those around her. This has provided her with a passion that will lead her to work as an event coordinator for an agriculture-based organization.
RYAN CALLAHAN EDMOND, OKLAHOMA Ryan Callahan is a senior at Oklahoma State University, studying animal science, with a minor in accounting. At OSU, he is involved in intramural basketball and is an active member of the OSU Livestock Judging Team. Callahan plans to attend law school after graduating from OSU, and he later plans to continue his family’s tradition of raising Angus cattle.
TAYLOR CHAPMAN KINGFISHER, OKLAHOMA Taylor Chapman is a senior studying Animal Science with plans of gaining work experience after graduation in the healthcare field. She later plans to apply for medical school to work towards becoming a primary care physician and work in a rural community. Chapman is passionate about rural medicine and helping people. She understands and sees the ever-growing need for people to return to rural parts of Oklahoma to provide quality healthcare to those communities.
DEVIN GRIFFITH WILLIAMS, CALIFORNIA Devin Giffith is a junior studying agricultural communications with a minor in animal science at Oklahoma State University. She beholds a passion for agricultural production, specifically production of cattle and horses. Devin plans to obtain a job in the livestock pharmaceutical field after she graduates in 2022.
SARAH HARRIS BUCHANAN, VIRGINIA Sarah Harris, a senior at Oklahoma State University, is an agricultural communications major with a minor in agribusiness. At OSU, she is a member of the OSU Livestock Judging Team. After graduating, she aspires to work as editor and writer of a livestock publication, with regards to the cattle industry. Later in her life, Sarah aims to raise elite show cattle and be an events and education coordinator for a beef breed association. .
SARAH HAVEN CHEYENNE, OKLAHOMA Sarah Haven is an agribusiness senior at Oklahoma State University. She is a member of the Oklahoma State Diamond Dolls, where she cheers on and supports the OSU Men’s Baseball Team. A western Oklahoma native, Sarah plans to return west after graudation as an administrative assistant at Farm Credit. In the coming years she wants to become an appraiser.
MANDY LAWSON COWETA, OKLAHOMA Mandy Lawson, an animal science major with a pre-veterinary option, is a senior at Oklahoma State University. She is currently an Undergraduate Research Scholar in the Meat and Muscle Biology Laboratory at OSU. After the completion of her undergraduate degree, Mandy will attend Oklahoma State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine. She later hopes to practice food animal veterinary medicine in rural Oklahoma with a focus in reproductive physiology and herd health management.
SHYANN MCWHIRTER MAYSVILLE, OKLAHOMA Shyann McWhirter is a senior studying animal science with a livestock merchandising option. She grew up exhibiting pigs across the country and has since developed a love for traveling and using her voice as an advocate for agriculture. At OSU, Shyann is an active member of the OSU Livestock Judging Team. Upon graduation, she intends to work in youth development and share her passion for faith, family and the livestock industry.
LUKE MULLER ALTUS, OKLAHOMA Luke Muller is a senior studying plant and soil sciences and agribusiness at Oklahoma State University. At OSU, Luke is actively involved in study abroad trips, having already completed trips to both Israel and China. For this reason, coupled with his passion for rural and community development, Luke plans to attend graduate school for international development. He hopes to provide tools to those underserved.
MADELYN SCOTT LAWTON, OKLAHOMA Madelyn Scott, a food science major with an emphasis in meat science, is a junior at OSU In the future, she plans to attend graduate school and later obtain her Ph.D. in meat science in hopes of working for one of the nation’s leading protein suppliers. Madelyn has moved 13 times in her life and has developed a constant home within the Junior Livestock Industry. She is passionate about the impact the animal agriculture industry has left on her, and she aspires to share all she has learned with younger generations.
ALEXIS SMITH MODESTO, CALIFORNIA Alexis Smith recently graduated from Oklahoma State University with a degree in animal science with an option in business. She plans to pursue a master’s degree in animal science, specializing in either reproduction or nutrition. Alexis is passionate about helping the general public gain a better understanding of how the agricultural industry produces food and clothing for the world.
EMILY SMITH ELK CITY, OKLAHOMA Emily Smith is a recent agricultural communications graduate and is now pursuing a Master’s in international agriculture with a concentration in business. Growing up as a fifth-generation agriculturalist, Smith has been raised around agriculture her entire life and has taken part in various internships including Oklahoma Farm Bureau, Edward Jones and Novel Designs. Upon graduation, Emily plans to stay involved in the agriculture industry, specifically rural Oklahoma, in some facet.
ALICIA YOUNG NAPA, CALIFORNIA Alicia Young is an agribusiness and agricultural communications senior at Oklahoma State University. Upon graduation, she plans to attend graduate school and obtain a master’s degree in agricultural economics. In her free time you might find Alicia taking part in community service projects, practicing photography, or spending time with her twin sister.
The Oklahoma Agricultural Leadership Encounter is a program designed to expand the knowledge of the agricultural industry in Oklahoma for today’s young adults. Expansion and extension of the educational component of the Oklahoma Junior Livestock Program through production agriculture, is a major goal of the Oklahoma Youth Expo board of directors and staff. It is only through a stronger concentration on education that future leaders are developed. The Oklahoma Agricultural Leadership Encounter will assist class members in increasing and utilizing their knowledge base and skills to explore opportunities for the industry of agriculture, which will benefit not only our local communities but our state and nation as well. Through various opportunities, class members will visit a variety of agriculturally based companies and organizations across the state. Students will be introduced and exposed to the legislative process and how it affects the agricultural industry. Lastly, students will have the opportunity to join the Oklahoma Youth Expo, “The World’s Largest Junior Livestock Show,” as a valuable staff member.
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Ron Hays named the 2021 Sirloin Club Show Honoree.
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Does the signature greeting of “Howdy Neighbor” remind you of the most trusted agriculture radio reporter in the state of Oklahoma? It should because the source of that iconic opening is the Sirloin Club Honoree for the 2021 Oklahoma Youth Expo. Ron Hays is an accomplished reporter for the farm and ranch communities, not only in Oklahoma, but also in surrounding states. Ron came to Oklahoma in 1977 after finishing his college years at the University of Kentucky with a degree in agricultural communications. Ron grew up on a farm in Kentucky, showed Duroc hogs, and had an outstanding career in the local FFA Chapter. The broadcasting bug hit him early after listening to the late-night radio. Ron first went to Wichita, Kansas, until he came to Oklahoma being with Agrinet for 38 years. He then had the opportunity to jump to a smaller radio network, and this opened the door for him to create a daily ranch news email. This proved to be a very successful venue, and it grew to over 5,000 subscribers. It was another source of responsible reporting for farmers and ranchers. Then came TV – a short weekly interview with a farm leader was seen throughout the viewing market. The legend of reporting for farmers and ranchers continues with the Ag Radio Network today.
Ron has covered all the youth activities of 4-H and FFA members from livestock shows to contests to field days. He has traveled more than a million miles to provide the most complete information about these youth events and the business of agriculture. It is only fitting that he be honored for his years of work as that very familiar voice that we trust and can rely upon. The Honoree Committee is proud to award him the recognition of Honoree and welcomes him to the group. Aside from this honor, he has held many leadership roles among state and national broadcasters’ groups. He was the very first Farm Broadcaster to be inducted into the Broadcasting Hall of Fame — a very prestigious award. In his 40 years of service to Oklahoma agriculture, he has served on several advisory boards. Ron will tell you that without the encouragement and support of his wife, Jan, his scope of activity might not have been so wide. Family support to him is the strengthening bond that makes many things possible. Ron and Jan have five children and eight grandchildren keeping them busy. So we say to Ron, “Howdy.” We’re happy to have you join our group and proud to have you among the Honorees of past years: some of Oklahoma’s most outstanding agriculture individuals. – Written by Celeste Rule Nelson
PAST HONOREES 1992 1991 1990 1989 1988 1987 1986 1985 1984 1983 1982 1981 1980 1979 1978 1977 1976 1975 1974 1973 1972 1971 1970 1969 1969 1969 1969
George Hall and Don Taggart* Roland Fishel* C. Wayne Hood* Bert Bezdicek* and Jack LeForce Ralph Dreesen* Raymond Gregory* Dorsey Buttram* Wayne Liles* and Russell Pierson* Don Ramsey Celeste Rule Nelson Harry L. Dupree, Jr. Allan Williams* Dr. Si Bolan* Frank Swan* Byrle Killian* R.T. “Bob” Stuart, Jr.* Ferdie Deering* Roy Stewart* Alex McKenzie* Oliver Willham* Harley Custer* Bill Gill, Sr.* Glen Faris* Henry Harrill* J.M. “Curly” Ives* Fred Heep* A.K. Mackey*
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*Deceased 2020 Rusty Gosz and Randy Gilbert 2019 Jack Staats 2018 Brett Ramsey 2017 Kurt Murray and Kendall Brashears 2016 Scott Eisenhauer 2015 Past Honorees in Celebration of OYE’s 100th Anniversary 2014 Terry Detrick 2013 Rose Bonjour and Doug Sauter 2012 Duane Harrel 2011 Bob Funk 2010 Dan McKeever and Richie Oakes 2009 Charles Cox and Roy Lee Lindsey 2008 Tom Gilliam and Dr. Gerald Fitch 2007 Rick Maloney and Eddie Sims 2006 Sam Ott and Joey Sager 2005 Phil Berkenbile and Jimmy Harrel 2004 Kent Boggs and Larry Watkins* 2003 Jim Jensen* and Dan Wedman 2002 Williard Collier* and A.J. Smith* 2001 Eddie Smith and Dr. Robert Noble* 2000 Bobbie Steenbergen and Ernest Davis* 1999 Bill Crutcher and Marke Moehle 1998 Dr. Gene Waddill and Joe Raunikar* 1997 Dr. Robert Totusek* and Verlin Hart 1996 Jim W. Owens 1995 Dr. Joe Hughes* and Dr. Bill Luce* 1994 Raymond Cockrum and Clifford Knight* 1993 Steve Collier*
82 After serving the Honoree Committee as Chairman for more than 30 years, I can truthfully say it has been a privilege to represent them. I have had the opportunity, in reviewing their résumés, to delve into their history and background – a most interesting experience. This will be my last résumé as Chairman, as Suzanne Gilbert has been appointed to assume the role as your new Chairman. Suzanna is well known throughout Oklahoma for all her work with various youth activities, and she will represent the group in a very efficient manner. I will continue to be a supporter of all 4-H and FFA projects, especially OYE, which under the leadership of Tyler Norvell will continue to flourish and grow. The OYE staff is comprised of energetic and dedicated people, and they are truly an outstanding group of individuals; they have always been so very helpful to me, and I appreciate their efforts on my behalf. Hope to see you at the 2021 OYE!
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