West Holt FFA wins state range event

By Elizabeth Olson, West Holt FFA Chapter reporter
Nov 25, 2025
Nov 25, 2025

West Holt FFA 3.jpg — West Holt FFA members competed at the 2025 State Range Judging contest in September.
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By Elizabeth Olson, West Holt FFA Chapter reporter

On Sept. 23, West Holt FFA range judgers traveled to Springview, Nebraska, to compete in the 2025 State Range Judging contest. The West Holt FFA Chapter had a phenomenal day, earning three top awards by winning both the junior and senior divisions as teams and the senior individual category.

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West Holt FFA 1.jpg — The 2025 State Champion Range Judging Senior Division Team include Taylor Walnofer, London Konrad, Monica Chavez and Cale Deseive.
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West Holt FFA 2.jpg — Members of the 2025 State Champion Range Judging Junior Division Team are Makenna Mitchell, Case Shane, Nolan Klinger and Landri Nemetz.
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