Appomattox’s 11th place National FFA Gold-Rated Veterinary Science CDE Team, from left: William Morgan, Rose Clark, Christian Godin and Tyler Martin. Image: Ed McCann/Contributed

Participants of the National FFA Veterinary Science Career Development Event (CDE) were recognized at the 94th National FFA Convention & Expo in Indianapolis, Indiana. The Veterinary Science CDE has the third largest level of student participation at the National level and is regarded as one of the most competitive events.

The veterinary science event is sponsored by Zoetis as a special project of the National FFA Foundation. The National Veterinary Science CDE is a competitive event that tests the participant’s ability to apply veterinary science knowledge and skill in practical settings as well as identify breeds, parasites and equipment.

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