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Beresford FFA member named national proficiency finalist

Oct 25, 2025
Oct 25, 2025

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South Dakota FFA members are being recognized for hard work and career success through the National FFA Proficiency Award program, and this year Beresford FFA member Elena Andrews applied in the Swine Production Placement category.

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