Sheep Industry News February 2024

YE Group Fired Up For American Lamb A SI's Young and Emerging Entrepreneurs got hands on with American lamb on Friday afternoon during their all day meeting at the Annual Convention. with Brady Rose Evans of Texas. "I heard from some people who would like us to do it at a time when even more people can attend." The group had an initial get-to-know-everyone meeting on Thursday evening, which saw 45 attendees. Despite its emphasis on youth, the group asked all first-time convention attendees – regard

Harking back to a wildly successful cooking competition at the 2019 convention in New Orleans, the group cooked up four lamb recipes that eventually drew in attendees from all around the basement of the Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel. It was difficult not to notice the inviting smells that wafted out of the Governor's Square 15 meeting room. Four teams of four took part in the competition, which was won by Cameron Lauwers, Camren Maierle, Darci Owens-Luensmann and Dr. Andrew Weaver. The group referred to itself as ACDC, based on the first initials of their first names. The four cooked up chipotle raspberry meatballs that were awarded the top spot. Other dishes included a Cajun lamb stew, a Margherita taco and a lamb curry. "The cooking competition seemed to be a big hit," said South Da kota producer Cody Chambliss, who organized the meeting along

less of age – to take part in its activities if they were available. "I think that worked out great incorporating the first-timers," Chambliss said. "Attending the convention for the first time can be a bit overwhelming. I think we were able to male them feel welcome and help them get the most out of the trip." Before the cooking competition, the Young and Emerging En trepreneurs group delved into succession planning for family farms and ranches. The group also looked into personality types, and how that affects working relationships. Producers interested in being a part of the group can look for the American Sheep Industry – Emerging Entrepreneurs group on Facebook. In addition to meeting at the convention, the group usu ally hosts a summer tour.

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