4-H Livestock Club Member Competes For Beef Ambassador

Jackson County 4-H Livestock Club member Caitlin Caudill, was 1st runner up in the Junior Division of the Florida Beef Ambassador Contest, held on January 31, 2015 at the Florida Cattlemen’s Association headquarters in Kissimmee. This event is sponsored by Florida Cattlewomen, Inc., in cooperation with the Florida Cattlemen’s Association and the Florida Beef Council.

Contestants are evaluated during a mock media interview where they articulate why they have chosen to compete in the contest. The interview includes questions related to current topics in the beef industry. Answers are judged for knowledge, articulation, poise and ability to “Tell the Beef Production Story” and present the industry in a positive light. Contestants are must be well versed in all areas of beef production and the beef industry relating to consumers, with special attention paid to all current industry issues.

Caitlin is the daughter of Craig and Kim Caudill and serves as vice-president of the Jackson County 4-H Livestock Club, and is a member of the Livestock and Meats Judging Teams.

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