CSU Catalog 2019

Allie Powell

Allie is a senior from Bennett, Colo., majoring in animal sci- ence and agricultural literacy. She got her start in agriculture by participating in the FFA Heifer Wrangle and NWSS Catch-a-Calf programs. She became further involved in 4-H and FFA during high school, cultivating her passion for agri-

culture. Allie wants to pursue a career in beef seedstock, public relations or event management industries. Being on the Events Committee, she has been preparing for CSU to participate in several industry events, including the NWSS, Colorado Cattlemen’s and National Cattlemen’s Beef Association conventions and the annual bull sale. She has enjoyed gaining more experience in these areas, as well as learning more about the seedstock industry.

2018-2019 CSU Seedstock Team

Keegan Taylor

Farris Smith

Keegan is a junior animal sci- ence student at CSU. His appre- ciation for the livestock industry stemmed from his family’s small farm where they raised chickens and broilers in New Mexico. After receiving his bachelor’s degree, he is hoping to become a large animal veterinarian. Through his time in the Animal

Farris is a senior majoring in animal science and minoring in agricultural business. She grew up on her family’s commercial cow-calf operation in Northern California. She was an active member in 4-H for 12 years showing cattle. Farris is also a member of the CSU Rodeo Team, for which she’s competed

Science Department, he has developed a passion for cattle and the industry surrounding them. His particular interest lies in seedstock cattle, due to their influence on genetic improvement in this industry. As co-chair of the Hands-On Committee, Keegan has spent considerable time with his teammates, gaining hands-on experience preparing cattle for the National Western Stock Show and the bull sale. He also looks forward to making connections in the industry he is passionate about.

for three years. Following graduation, she plans to focus her career in cattle reproduction while continuing to grow her family’s herd. Being a co-chair of the Hands-On com- mittee, she has worked with her teammates to prepare cat- tle for the NWSS and bull sale. Farris has enjoyed being part of the team, and is grateful for the experiences and opportunities this year will bring.

Mary Thomas

Mary is an animal science stu- dent minoring in business admin- istration. She was raised in Pozo, Calif., helping her family man- age a cattle ranch, in addition to their own small Angus-cross cowherd. She also spent time showing various species of live- stock. Mary had the opportunity to work with Leachman Cattle

Travis Walsh

Travis is a senior majoring in animal science. He grew up in Craig, Colo., but spent much of his time on his family’s ranch in Montrose, Colo. Growing up, he was very involved in 4-H and FFA. At CSU, Travis has had the opportunity to become a mem- ber of Farmhouse Fraternity, an Animal Science Steward for the

of Colorado, where she learned more about the seedstock industry. As co-chair of the Written Committee, Mary has been learning about advertising and promoting CSU genet- ics and the beef cattle industry. It has been exciting for her to learn and work with her teammates, and make lasting connections in agriculture.

department and a member of various other organizations within the college. Travis plans to become a rural veteri- narian after college. He has been thrilled to be a co-chair of the Data Committee for the Seedstock Team and looks forward to interacting with industry professionals at the CSU bull sale and other industry events this year.

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