News : McKenna Advances to “Best of the Best” with Benton Co. Champion Market Meat Goat

Will McKenna with his meat goat and his siblings, Abby and Clayton

Will McKenna showing his goat at Best of the Best. 

Photo Caption: The Best of the Best team from Benton County: Claire Schanbacher-Market Beef, Lauren Vavroch- Breeding Doe, Paige Schulte-Bredding Gilt, Kolten Lewis- Market Lamb, Joe Stein- Market Hog, Jillian Hanson- Breeding Ewe, Addy Sweeney- Breeding Heifer, Will McKenna- Market Goat.

By: Co-Reporter, Abby McKenna

Will McKenna, President of the Vinton-Shellsburg FFA Chapter, had a memorable experience showing at the 2025 Benton County Fair where he exhibited the Champion Weather Market Meat Goat. His dedication, time in the barn, and attention to detail paid off with top honors in the county competition.

Winning the county fair granted Will the opportunity to represent Benton County at the "Best of the Best" livestock show held Saturday, July 26, 2025, in Marengo. This event featured exhibitors from 13 different Iowa counties, each showcasing their top livestock in hopes of qualifying for the All Iowa Showdown.

Although Will did not come home with the top title at "Best of the Best," he had a great experience competing alongside some of Iowa's best livestock showmen. He enjoyed the chance to learn from others, meet fellow exhibitors, and proudly represent both his county and the Vinton-Shellsburg FFA Chapter.

Will's accomplishments reflect not only his commitment to agriculture but also the leadership he brings to our chapter. We're proud to celebrate his hard work and success this summer!