NANKIN — The Mapleton FFA Meat Evaluation & Technology Team recently competed at the state contest and earned an impressive 9th-place finish overall.
The team was coached by industry professional Dave Bishop and included members Nolen Sparr, Grayson Smith, Makayla Williams, and Danielle Stemen. Kingsley Keckler also supported the team as an alternate.
One of the team’s top highlights came from Nolen Sparr, who placed 22nd individually in the state.
This was a great accomplishment and showed the hard work he put in to prepare for the contest.
The Meat Evaluation & Technology contest focuses on evaluating different types of meat products and understanding quality, grading, and industry standards. It takes a lot of practice and attention to detail, and the team spent many hours preparing.
Overall, the team worked really well together and represented Mapleton FFA in a positive way.
Placing in the Top 10 at the state level is a big achievement, and the team is proud of what they accomplished.