Category: Young Stockman
2025 TCFA Chairman Not Afraid to Get to Work
By Larry Stalcup Contributing Editor Carson Kirkland had a question about pen placements. His dad, Robby, advised him on how to handle the situation –
Young Stockman – Eric Frenzen
By Patti Wilson, Contributing Editor Fullerton rancher Eric Frenzen has found success in succession. The third generation to tackle the family purebred cattle business, Frenzen
Young Stockman – Mercedes Rodriguez
By Aly McClure
Mercedes Rodriguez is currently a student at Kansas State University where she is pursuing a degree in international agribusiness with a certificate in beef cattle ranch management. Originally from Satanta, Kan., Mercedes has been surrounded by the beef industry the majority of her life. “Growing up, my family grazed cattle where I helped by checking and feeding cattle,” she says.
Young Stockman – Riley Hadwiger
By Riley Hadwiger, Contributing Editor Living on my family’s farm in central Nebraska, I have learned many aspects of raising cattle and crops. My name