Cody Carpenter Named State FFA Star in Agricultural Placement

STATE WINNER: Cody Carpenter, Darlington

Cody is very involved in the care and management of his family's 750-acre farm, Redrock View Farms, which milks 700 head of dairy cattle. His skills have increased from basic cow care, to being in charge of the birthing and reproduction of the entire herd. Carpenter helps in selecting bulls from AI studs that emphasize strong feed and leg characteristics and milking ability. Good genetics help the herd and provide Cody with quality show animals that he trains and grooms for exhibition at county and state fairs.

Meanwhile, Cody has also been helping his dad with a custom field work enterprise. Last year, they worked over 2,500 acres for four area farmers.

Cody plans to attend the University of Wisconsin-Madison this fall. He envisions himself becoming the herd manager for the family farm someday.

OTHER FINALISTS:
  Audrey Borgen, Amherst
  Thomas Horn, Brillion
  Nathan Brandt, Cochrane-Fountain City
  Curtis Horsens, Gillett
  Ty Hildebrandt, Hustisford
  Mark Franseen, Marshfield
  Amanda Ambrosius, Pulaski
  Ryan Zimmerman, Randolph-Cambria-Friesland
  CJ Jensen, Waupaca

SPONSOR: Wisconsin Federation of Cooperatives and Dairy Farmers of America, Inc.

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