DREAMS COME TRUE AT THE HOUSTON LIVESTOCK SHOW AND RDOEO™ JUNIOR BREEDING BEEF HEIFER SUPREME SELECTION</p>
Bright lights shined upon exhibitors as the Junior Breeding Beef Heifer Supreme Champion Selection took place in NRG Center on the iconic green shavings.
Kylee Gaston, an 11-year-old from Eastland, Texas, was named the Overall Supreme Champion Junior Breeding Beef Heifer at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo.
Gaston, and her Limousin heifer, won top honors this year. Named Hershey, Gaston said she got her name because “she’s just so sweet.”
The Eastland FFA member noted that her heifer has been remarkable since the beginning. “When my dad saw her for the first time, he knew she would be special,” said Gaston.
The Overall Reserve Supreme Champion Junior Breeding Beef Heifer honors went to Lamar County 4-H member Jaden Johnson.
Johnson’s Red Angus heifer, Ginger, has been “easy to feed and easy to take care of” since the beginning. Johnson is 18 years old and lives in Paris, Texas.
Chris Mullinix, Dr. Chris Cassady and Brady Jensen sorted through exceptional heifers over three days at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo.
“The quality has been absolutely jaw-dropping,” said Jensen. “The kids are fantastic, and it’s really made it a pleasure to work out here on the green chips.”
The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo promotes agriculture by hosting an annual, family-friendly experience that educates and entertains the public, supports Texas youth, showcases Western heritage and provides year-round educational support within the community. Since its beginning in 1932, the Rodeo has committed more than $550 million to the youth of Texas and education. The 2022 Rodeo continues through March 20. For more information, visit rodeohouston.com and connect with #RODEOHOUSTON online via Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for all the latest news.
