The Canadian Speckle Park Association awarded bursaries to several juniors. Austin Cartwright received $500, and Elli Vogel $250 in the age six-to-16 category. As for the age 17-to-21 category, Austin Olson (see photo below) received $500 and Lily Brundige $250.
The association also thanks Carla Ducherer of Carmark Cattle for her generosity. Thanks to her donation heifer, the Canadian Speckle Park Association juniors successfully raised over $40,000 at Canadian Western Agribition. These funds will play a vital role in strengthening and enhancing the junior program, ensuring its continued growth and success.
In other Agribition news, Alivia Ainslie (see photo above) won the 2024 Underhill SPECS Youth Stockperson of Excellence Award. The award was presented during the association’s banquet at Agribition. The association also thanks Underhill SPECS for their continued support.
Barry and Elaine Ducherer of River Hill Farm were also honoured with the 2024 Canadian Speckle Park Association Lifetime Achievement Award at the association’s banquet during Agribition. Henry Poortinga received the 2024 Commercial Breeder Award. Both awards highlight the commitment and influence of these individuals in the Speckle Park community.
