Meet our final Junior Board Candidate, Lilly Whiting!
Lilly Whiting will be graduating from Wilmington Area High School this year with a 4.0 GPA and plans to attend Ohio State University to major in Agricultural Communications and Economics. After completing her undergraduate degree, Lilly hopes to attend law school and pursue a career in law and public service. Growing up on her family’s Shorthorn and Shorthorn Plus operation in western Pennsylvania, Lilly has developed a passion for the breed, the cattle industry, and the people involved. She has been involved in the AJSA for 10 years and values the connections, leadership, and family atmosphere that the Shorthorn breed provides. Lilly is currently serving as president of the Wilmington Area FFA Chapter and president of the Lawrence County Baby Beef 4-H Club. She has also served as vice president of FFA, president of the Lawrence County Porky Pig 4-H Club and has been active in peer leadership programs at her local elementary school, helping younger students build confidence and social skills. Lilly is passionate about mentoring younger members and helping them step outside of their comfort zones, especially through opportunities like the IGS Youth Summit Leadership Conference. Her accomplishments include serving on the Pennsylvania State Winning Meats Evaluation and Technology Team, the Pennsylvania State Winning Demonstration Team, and being named a Pennsylvania FFA Creed finalist. She has also received the Rotary Youth Leadership Award, Daughters of the American Revolution Good Citizens Award, Outstanding 4-H Member of the Year, and Star Greenhand Award. Lilly is the daughter of Sam and Abby Whiting of New Wilmington, Pennsylvania. “I want to be the smiling face and helping hand to greet members at their first or last show,” Lilly said. “I want to support younger members of the association and give them the same opportunities that were given to me.”
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It's out of control!AG PRODUCER ALERT: Poison Hemlock Risk in Hay With hay season underway, be on the lookout for Poison Hemlock creeping into fields and hay bales. This plant is highly toxic to livestock—even in small amounts—and drying in hay does NOT remove its toxicity. • Poison hemlock contains toxic alkaloids that affect the nervous system • Animals may accidentally consume it when it’s baled into hay • Symptoms can include tremors, weakness, difficulty breathing, and sudden death How to Identify: • Tall plant (up to 6–10 ft) • Hollow stems with purple spots/blotches • White, umbrella-shaped flowers (similar to Queen Anne’s lace) • Musty or mouse-like odor when crushed Management tips: • Scout hay fields before cutting • Remove or control plants before they mature • Avoid baling contaminated areas One overlooked patch can turn into a serious livestock loss. Take the time to check fields now—it could save you major headaches later. Each plant can make as many as 38,000 seed that can persist in the soil for 3-5 years Feel free to share this to spread the word www.howellcountynews.com/agriculture/mow-or-spot-spray-poison-hemlock-now
From Cedarville!Please welcome Jon Sweeney of Cedarville, Ohio! He will be joining us in Texas to judge the ShorthornPlus Bred and Owned Bull show, ShorthornPlus Steers shows and ShorthornPlus Female show!
We are excited to Trailblaze to Texas in less than a month! What are you most excited for? #AJSA #shorthorn ... See MoreSee Less
With 396 exhibitors, 971 entries, and exhibitors traveling from 27 different states, the road to Texas is filling up fast. These trailblazers are saddling up and getting ready for an unforgettable Jr. Nationals experience! ... See MoreSee Less
We’re excited to welcome Joe Rathmann and Joelynn Rathmann from Smithville, Texas, to Abilene as two of our showmanship judges for Junior Nationals! We’re honored to have them joining us and can’t wait for a great week in the ring! ... See MoreSee Less
Meet our final Junior Board Candidate, Lilly Whiting!
Lilly Whiting will be graduating from Wilmington Area High School this year with a 4.0 GPA and plans to attend Ohio State University to major in Agricultural Communications and Economics. After completing her undergraduate degree, Lilly hopes to attend law school and pursue a career in law and public service. Growing up on her family’s Shorthorn and Shorthorn Plus operation in western Pennsylvania, Lilly has developed a passion for the breed, the cattle industry, and the people involved. She has been involved in the AJSA for 10 years and values the connections, leadership, and family atmosphere that the Shorthorn breed provides.
Lilly is currently serving as president of the Wilmington Area FFA Chapter and president of the Lawrence County Baby Beef 4-H Club. She has also served as vice president of FFA, president of the Lawrence County Porky Pig 4-H Club and has been active in peer leadership programs at her local elementary school, helping younger students build confidence and social skills. Lilly is passionate about mentoring younger members and helping them step outside of their comfort zones, especially through opportunities like the IGS Youth Summit Leadership Conference.
Her accomplishments include serving on the Pennsylvania State Winning Meats Evaluation and Technology Team, the Pennsylvania State Winning Demonstration Team, and being named a Pennsylvania FFA Creed finalist. She has also received the Rotary Youth Leadership Award, Daughters of the American Revolution Good Citizens Award, Outstanding 4-H Member of the Year, and Star Greenhand Award. Lilly is the daughter of Sam and Abby Whiting of New Wilmington, Pennsylvania.
“I want to be the smiling face and helping hand to greet members at their first or last show,” Lilly said. “I want to support younger members of the association and give them the same opportunities that were given to me.”
Meet Lilly in the Pennsylvania stalls at 6 p.m. on Tuesday June 23rd! ... See MoreSee Less
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It's out of control!AG PRODUCER ALERT: Poison Hemlock Risk in Hay
With hay season underway, be on the lookout for Poison Hemlock creeping into fields and hay bales. This plant is highly toxic to livestock—even in small amounts—and drying in hay does NOT remove its toxicity.
• Poison hemlock contains toxic alkaloids that affect the nervous system
• Animals may accidentally consume it when it’s baled into hay
• Symptoms can include tremors, weakness, difficulty breathing, and sudden death
How to Identify:
• Tall plant (up to 6–10 ft)
• Hollow stems with purple spots/blotches
• White, umbrella-shaped flowers (similar to Queen Anne’s lace)
• Musty or mouse-like odor when crushed
Management tips:
• Scout hay fields before cutting
• Remove or control plants before they mature
• Avoid baling contaminated areas
One overlooked patch can turn into a serious livestock loss. Take the time to check fields now—it could save you major headaches later.
Each plant can make as many as 38,000 seed that can persist in the soil for 3-5 years
Feel free to share this to spread the word
www.howellcountynews.com/agriculture/mow-or-spot-spray-poison-hemlock-now
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From Cedarville!Please welcome Jon Sweeney of Cedarville, Ohio! He will be joining us in Texas to judge the ShorthornPlus Bred and Owned Bull show, ShorthornPlus Steers shows and ShorthornPlus Female show!
We are excited to Trailblaze to Texas in less than a month! What are you most excited for?
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The trail is growing bigger every mile!
With 396 exhibitors, 971 entries, and exhibitors traveling from 27 different states, the road to Texas is filling up fast. These trailblazers are saddling up and getting ready for an unforgettable Jr. Nationals experience! ... See MoreSee Less
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We are excited to introduce Dr. Ryan Rathmann of Lubbock, Texas. He will be judging the E.D.G.E. show in Abilene!
Less than a month until we Trailblaze in Texas! ... See MoreSee Less
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We’re excited to welcome Joe Rathmann and Joelynn Rathmann from Smithville, Texas, to Abilene as two of our showmanship judges for Junior Nationals!
We’re honored to have them joining us and can’t wait for a great week in the ring! ... See MoreSee Less
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