We caught up with Mr. Wesley Berget, exhibitor of the Reserve Grand Champion Market Lamb at the 2020 Wisconsin Livestock Expo. Learn a little more about Wesley below!
Age: 18
Hometown: Mineral Point, WI (Edgewood College)
With the uncertainty of the show season, how did you stay focused?
I stayed focused throughout the show season this year by continuing to work hard and having an optimistic attitude towards uncertainty of shows. Being prepared was a top priority of mine, so when the opportunity to show my lambs arose, I would be ready. I would also like to thank all of the people that made sure we had shows to go showcase our livestock at this year.
What was something new you tried this year since you were able to be home more often than normal?
I focused on having the same routine as any other year while spending as much time as possible on all the little things that end up going a long ways in the show ring.
What is your favorite show product to use?
My favorite show product to use this year would definitely be Sure Shine.
When I grow up I want to be….
I am currently attending college to receive a degree in business and hope to use that somewhere in either the sports or agriculture industries. I also plan on raising show lambs of my own someday in the future.
Showing animals has helped me to develop……
Showing livestock has helped me gain many important qualities such as a strong work ethic, responsibility, and dependability.
What’s your favorite Barn Chore:
Feeding show lambs
Who is the person you look to for advice right before you go in the ring for that last minute pep talk or pointer:
The two people that I look to for advice right before I go into the ring would be my dad and Steva Reppe.
Favorite Celebration Restaurant after a good day at the show:
My favorite celebration restaurant would most definitely be Texas Roadhouse.
