Beef Day provides encouragement through tough times

Jager Robinson
Jan 29, 2020
Jan 29, 2020

John Stiegelmeier, the head coach for SDSU football, presents his approach to overcoming adversity at SDSU’s first Beef Day on Jan. 16.
Tri-State Neighbor photo by Jager Robinson

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Those in the agriculture industry know how to overcome adversity in the field, but overcoming adversity in all aspects of life is something that takes greater strength.

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Assistant Professor Zachary Smith presented at SDSU’s first Beef Day. His focus is on feedlot management.
Tri-State Neighbor photo by Jager Robinson

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