2026 Proficiency Veterinary Science

Jilian Schoenfeld from the Russell-Tyler-Ruthton FFA chapter in Minnesota is the national Veterinary Science proficiency champion. In this interview, she discusses her project working as a veterinary technician assistant at a rural clinic, where she gained hands-on experience including dehorning cattle and clarified her own career direction. She also reflects on the support of her mother, who serves as her ag advisor.