Josh Blanek, a Tom Green County Extension Agent, explains why he enjoys working with the San Angelo Stock Show and its importance to the community, as well as how kids can get involved in agriculture and the stock show, whether they have their own projects or not.
What drives Blanek to be so invested is the familial aspect of showing livestock.
“It’s a great deal for families,” Blanek says. "... most importantly at home in the barn. Spending time together, working together — setting goals and achieving those goals.”