Greetings from the sunshine state! It is my distinct honor
and privilege to introduce myself to you as the 2012 Field Staff Intern! To be
granted the opportunity to serve you, the members of the NSR, is a true gift.
My intentions are to bring a unique and valuable skill set to the NSR, which
can be utilized in such a way that is profitable for everyone involved.
My story may start off like many other young adults involved
in the swine industry, but it’s comes with an interesting twist. Being from
California, I’ll be the first one to admit hogs aren’t exactly our state’s number
one commodity. Although this may be the situation, that does not make my passion
for hogs any less. Growing up on a hog and dairy farm, two things were readily
instilled in me – work ethic and a love for agriculture. Those two traits
created the perfect foundation for me to start my journey in agriculture.
Farming has always been a way of life for our family, and it is my pledge to
continue that tradition.
As I continue my education this coming fall at California
State University, Chico, I look forward to the opportunities in my future. After
I graduate with a B.S. in animal science in the spring of 2013, I plan to begin
studying monogastric nutrition. Although I plan to attend Oklahoma State
University for my graduate degree, I will apply to a few other universities as
well. Nutrition has always been a strong interest of mine, and it has always
come relatively easy to me. I love hogs, I love feeding hogs, and I am a firm
believer that when you love what you do, success is second nature. Although
these are a few of my ultimate goals and ambitions, I don’t plan to limit
myself in any one aspect. Opportunities are notorious for arising in places you
may have never imagined.
Working alongside some of the most brilliant people in the
business here at NSR, while having the opportunity to serve our members, will
undoubtedly be my most memorable experience in the swine industry to date. I
hope that my time here leaves a positive impact on an ever-changing industry. I
hope to see each and every one of you at the shows this summer. Please do not
hesitate to say hello or contact me in anyway. Good luck to everyone showing in
Des Moines next week, and we will see you there!
Corey
Carpenter
2012 Field
Staff Intern
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