Farmfest’s first-ever skid steer rodeo

Katelyn Winberg
Aug 2, 2025
Aug 2, 2025

Skid steer delivering feed — Employees need advance training on skid steer operations and a chance to practice before they're expected to perform jobs.
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Any skid steer enthusiasts can showcase their abilities this August at Farmfest’s brand-new Skid Steer Rodeo, happening daily from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on 7th Street of the showgrounds.

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Born and raised on a farm in southeastern South Dakota, Katelyn currently resides in Sioux Falls. She enjoys attending SDSU football games (her alma mater), going to farmer’s markets and visiting her parents at their family farm. Reach her at kwinberg@tristateneighbor.com.