Agriscience Research Animal Systems–Lori Elizabeth Edwards (GA)

After conducting beef cattle estrus experiments for three years, Lori Elizabeth Edwards of the Sonoraville FFA Chapter in Calhoun, Ga., found that the natural estrus cycle was the most cost-effective breeding protocol. These results will inform decisions in her herd of 30 commercial cattle. She also shared the results with cattle producers at Georgia Cattleman’s Association meetings, high school students and  elementary school students. Edwards believes her increased knowledge of cattle breeding and the scientific method will benefit her future career as an agriculture educator. She is supported by her parents, Todd and Amy, and her FFA advisors, Sara Clark and Trish Williams. This award is sponsored by the National FFA Foundation and National FFA Organization.