My name is Emilee DeForest and I am from Hallettsville, Texas. I grew up on about 50 acres outside of town, where I have been gaining knowledge and experiences in agricultural industries, such as cattle, horticulture, and some agronomy basically since I was born. I have written a news story and have contributed to a news story, both in which were published in the Texan News Service publication. I have also had some photos published in the Texan News Service publication, as well as had pictures published in a local bank's calendar.