Juniors
Consider Your Source
By Dominic Ruppert, NALJA vice-president
NALJA Board of Directors
President: Randa Taylor, TX
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817-504-6927
Vice President: Dominic Ruppert, IL
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217-254-2558
Secretary: Hannah Ziegler, OH
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419-618-2441
Treasurer: Lindsey Gulotta, LA
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985-351-7674
Ex-Officio: Ethan Freund, CO
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303-502-4605
Director: Aaron Linhart, IA
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641-414-5060
Director: Callie Hicks, KY
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859-699-3893
Director: Brooke Falk, KS
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785-817-2214
As we live in a time were access
to information is so easily
accessible, it is very important
that you consider your sources
and stay away from “fake
news.” Technology is certainly
playing a large role in the
livestock industry, especially
the show side of things. With
things like online sale sites,
selling and buying cattle over
Facebook, along with the push
of products through social
media outlets, it is imperative
that you are not being misled.
While these online sale sites
have arguably revolutionized
the ability to have access to
certain cattle and genetics,
it is easier to end up buying
something you may not be
happy with. People also like to
give the impression that the
products they are selling is
the only way to your success
in the ring. There are certainly
products out there that can
enhance the performance or
eye appeal of your cattle, but
at the same time it is important
to remember that a little elbow
grease goes a long way.
My advice to you is to take
the time to double check with
reputable people within the
industry before making these
costly purchases. Having an
idea or goal of where you want
your operation to be heading
is always to your best benefit
when selecting new stock
to bring into your herd. Best
of luck to you this coming
sale season and winter show
season, may your cattle sell for
a premium and you have lots
of success in the ring. I
Director: Zane Gavette, WA
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360-389-7105
Director: Tristan Gulotta, LA
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985-351-7643
Director: Colt Schrader, OK
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918-704-2397
Staff Advisor: Katie Campbell
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913-683-1415
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