Lake Land College Agriculture Division & Livestock Judging Team

05/28/2026

Take a look at our 2nd annual Judging Team Online Apparel Store! Thanks to Fierce Threads for an incredible job as always.

Store closes Sunday June 7! Don’t wait to place your orders!

https://lakeland-2026.itemorder.com/shop/home/

05/15/2026

As they prepare to graduate tonight, we want to thank our Sophomore Judging Team for the positive impact they’ve left on the program these past two years! Not only did this group post consistently strong finishes at national contests all year long - but they were also a blast to travel the country with. We wish them all the best as they begin their next chapters!

Left to right:

Logan Fortin - Undecided University
Braxton Pittman - Travis Excavating
Aubrey Killey - Western Illinois University
Brent Runyan - Purdue University
Noah Goss - Kansas State University
Hudson Drake - Western Illinois University
Kadence Emenhiser - LLC Dental Hygiene
Jasper Tarr - Kansas State University
Maycee Moore - Palestine Insurance Company
Parker Whittington - Western Illinois University
Grace Lemenager - Kansas State University
Tommy Janssen - Iowa State University
Waylon Paulek - Kansas State University
Brayden Lancaster - Iowa State University

05/13/2026

Check out where the Horticulture SOE students have gained real world experience, built industry connections, and sharpened the skills that prepare them for successful careers after graduation.

05/05/2026

At Lake Land College, we don’t just prepare you for the workforce, we launch you into it!

Take a look at where our freshman and sophomore SOE students have spent the last eight weeks this spring, gaining real world experience and building their future.

A huge thank you to all the incredible partners who’ve worked alongside our program, we couldn’t do it without you. Feel free to share your page!

Interested in hosting an SOE student for your company or farm this fall? Reach out or drop a contact below!

04/28/2026

Delayed results from two spring freshmen contests - thanks to WIU and ISU for hosting a pair of great events!

WIU Spring Classic - 5th Overall Team

Lane Duke- 7th Overall, 3rd Sheep/Goats
Mitchell Shepherd - 1st Cattle
Kade Boatman - 4th Reasons, 5th Sheep/Goats
Kendall Boatman - 6th Sheep/Goats
Charlotte Sieren - 2nd Hogs
Avery Knupp - 3rd Hogs
Kennedy Studer - 9th Hogs
Carly Sanders - T-10th Sheep/Goats

NACTA Conference - 3rd Overall Team

Addysen Link - 4th Overall, 4th Hogs
Will Morris - 1st Hogs, 5th Reasons
Kennedy Studer - 4th Cattle
Avery Knupp - T-10th Cattle

04/22/2026

Happy Earth Day 🌎

At Lake Land College, we don’t just celebrate the Earth we dig deeper. From exploring what lies beneath the surface to uncovering the science that drives agriculture, our students get real, hands on experience that prepares them for the world beyond the classroom.

Whether you're chasing a passion or building a future, our programs are designed to help you grow from the ground up.

Check out our different programs to see what they have to offer!

https://www.lakelandcollege.edu/academic-divisions/agriculture-division/?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAdGRleARWKZ1leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xMjQwMjQ1NzQyODc0MTQAAacyMVal53jwZjJCjOMBfEDGWD8UHM_7_vI9PwZfG9KquCD4BzxIvy3KNpj1eA_aem_u6A8SgfCAVfbOpaRrvjY_g

04/22/2026

04/19/2026

Getting our hands dirty the right way 🌱

Two weeks ago in Soils Lab, we had Justin and Troy from the Coles County USDA-NRCS join us to dive into Soil Health. From classroom insights to field activities, students explored real world soil health indicators and saw firsthand why healthy soil matters.

Nothing beats learning by doing, especially when it involves a little dirt 👩‍🌾👨‍🌾

04/14/2026

The freshmen had a fun trip west this weekend! Thanks to Connors State College & Hutchinson Community College for hosting great events.

—The Master’s Collegiate Contest—

2nd & 4th High Teams Overall
1st & 5th Team Hogs
2nd & 6th Team Cattle
3rd & 8th Team Reasons
6th & 7th Team Sheep & Goats

Charlotte Sieren - High Individual Overall! 1st Hogs, 6th Reasons, 7th Sheep & Goats, 8th Cattle
Lane Duke - 5th Overall, 5th Hogs
Will Morris - 10th Overall
Makayla Spray - 5th Reasons, 9th Hogs
Carly Sanders - 6th Cattle
Kade Boatman - 9th Cattle
Payton Brookshire - 2nd Placings
Blake Homann - 4th Placings

—Blue Dragon Classic Contest—

3rd & 6th High Teams Overall
1st & 3rd Team Sheep
2nd & 7th Team Cattle
4th Team Goats
5th & 8th Team Hogs
5th & 6th Team Reasons

Kendall Boatman - 7th Overall, 7th Cattle, 8th Hogs
Lane Duke - 10th Overall
Kade Boatman - 13th Overall, 2nd Sheep, 7th Hogs
Avery Knupp - 14th Overall, 6th Goats
Alexa Graham - 3rd Sheep
Blain Sorrell - 4th Sheep
Makayla Spray - 9th Reasons

Thank you to Joliet Junior College, Knight Feedlot, HCC School Farm and McCurry Angus for hosting great workouts on the trip!

04/07/2026

04/07/2026

Check out this amazing opportunity for Lake Land students to not only get involved in the swine industry hands on, but make connections to last a lifetime!