Western Equipment to hold ag tech contest

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Western Equipment is inviting high school juniors and seniors, regardless of background, to participate in its annual agricultural technician contest on Jan. 15, 2020.

The Western Equipment Ag Tech Open Invitational, to be held at the Plainview dealership, will offer a chance to show off skills while competing to for $60,000 in scholarships and $25,000 in prizes.

The goal of the contest is both to celebrate the skills needed to perform such a job, as well as expose students to the opportunities available within the agricultural mechanization field, specifically with Western Equipment. Students will apply mechanical knowledge, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills and interact with industry professionals.

Students will all compete as individuals – this is not a team event. High school juniors and seniors from any school or state are welcome to participate. Registration ends Jan. 7,

Registration ends Jan. 7, 2022 and may close early. There are limited spots available for the event, once these spots are filled registration will close.

To learn more about the contest and register, visit west-equip.com/competition.