Congratulations to the 2024 New Mexico CowBelles Man of the Year,

Wayne Shockey!

Wayne is no stranger to lending a hand when it comes to New Mexico CowBelles. He grew up in Otero County where Otero CowBelles have a strong presence during fair week and many other community projects. When the subject of moving our napkin inventory came up, Yucca contacted Wayne and he immediately went to work. He called restaurants throughout the county and state, emailed every county extension office and reached out to each FFA chapter in New Mexico as well. In a matter of weeks, Wayne had moved 30 cases by himself. He delivered several cases personally and has one restaurant in Ruidoso who is a repeat customer. We wouldn’t have gained momentum in decreasing the napkin inventory if it wasn’t for Wayne. Wayne works alongside anyone in New Mexico when asked, including our legislature. He participates in local Ag Days and egg to chick programs. In 2022 his team of local 4-H students competed at the North American International Livestock Expo, placing 11^th overall in the 4-H Livestock Skillathon contest. The Livestock Skillathon is a very extensive contest covering production and management of beef cattle, skeletal anatomy, different breeds, processing meat, and also grading cuts of meat. All things which are an asset to the Beef industry. He is a graduate of Class 14 of the New Mexico Agricultural Leadership program and received the Outstanding 4-H Agent Award in 2022. He is well deserving of our New Mexico CowBelle Man of the Year. Thank you, Wayne!!

New Mexico CowBelles Man of the Year Application - Nominations may be made membership and locals no later than March 10.

NMCB Man of the Year Nomination Form