The Junior Hereford Show

All Things Junior Nationals!

On this episode, Amy Cowan and Bailey Clanton cover all things leading up to the 2022 VitaFerm Junior National Hereford Expo. From stalling and load-in processes to the addition of the new afternoon awards ceremonies, this episode is packed full of information.

Our Retiring NJHA Board: Part 1

Hear from two retiring directors on the same episode, with the first segment dedicated to Bailey Morrell, your Communications Chair from Willows, Calif.  Luke Daniels, retiring director from Dalhart, Texas, shares his memories in both the NJHA as well as serving on the NJHA Board of Directors on the second segment of this episode starting at 15:15. We'd like to thank both Bailey and Luke for their dedication and commitment to the Hereford juniors they have served over the last three years.

Leadership Secrets

Cheryl Mitchell, influential keynote speaker and leadership innovator, sits down with Noah Benedict to review different tips and perspectives on leadership and prepare us for what to expect at Faces fo Leadership in Billings, Mont., Aug. 3-6.

FAQ About the Junior National Hereford Expo

Hear from Libby Rushton, NJHA Membership Chair and Lauren Gatz, National Hereford Queen, about the different programs that will be available at the 2022 Junior National Hereford Expo (JNHE). Topics range from the different contest changes, including the newest addition of Sales Academy, as well as insight into the Cornhole for a Cause service project hosted by the National Hereford Queen.

Youth Beef Industry Congress

On this episode, we hear from NJHA alumni Rylee Barber as well as current NJHA Director Tar Tut, about the experience they had at the Youth Beef Industry Congress (YBIC), in College Station, Texas.

Preparing for Your Future with the NJHA

Trevor Johnson, Centerville, S.D., and Hannah Williams, Merck Animal Health, both join The Junior Hereford Show. Trevor talks about his aspirations for his future and how programs like the NJHA Fed Steer Shootout and the Field Day are helping prepare for his future career in the cattle feeding industry. Hannah Williams, a past NJHA member and on the board of directors, speaks of the influence her involvement in the NJHA and American Hereford Association had on her securing her role with Merck Animal Health.

BOLD Recap with Dylan Kottkamp

Dylan Kottkamp sits down with Noah Benedict on this episode of The Junior Hereford Show to talk about the impact the BOLD Leadership Conference had on his life and how he plans to use his new leadership skills and knowledge, moving forward. 

Carcass Fabrication & Marketing

Today we are talking with Jarrod Gillig from Cargill, Inc. Jarrod and his team will be presenting at the Fed Steer Shootout Field Day about Carcass Fabrication & Merchandising, and he has insight to share about your professional careers as well. 

The Fed Steer Shootout Field Day

Kade and Kendall Boatman join host Noah Benedict, to talk about their involvement in the NJHA Fed Steer Shootout contest and attendance of the first ever Fed Steer Shootout Field Day in 2021. The second annual Field Day is coming up on April 2, 2022, in Scott City, Kan.

Building Your Own Business & Brand

Ralston Ripp, NJHA Director from Kearney, Neb., highlights her entrepreneurial mindset through life and how to brand yourself and your business.