Master mechanic: Southern Minnesota student recognized at National FFA Convention

Janelle Atyeo
Nov 17, 2023
Nov 17, 2023

FFA Equipment Repair (1).jpg — Caldyn Huper works in his family’s shop, EDH Service and Repair west of Alden, Minn.
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You could say Caldyn Huper has been working at his family’s repair shop since he could turn a wrench, which was pretty early on.

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FFA Equipment Repair (2).jpg — Caldyn Huper of the United South Central FFA Chapter in Wells., Minn., accepts his award for agricultural proficiency at the National FFA Convention Nov. 3.
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Janelle Atyeo is a small town South Dakota girl enjoying her work as regional editor of the Midwest Messenger and Tri-State Neighbor while raising kids and no-till vegetables in central Sioux Falls. Reach her at janelle.atyeo@lee.net.