Matthew Loya

Idea P.S.  Weslaco, 5th 

Q: What club are you a member of?

A: Queen City 4H

Q: What will you be presenting at RGVLS?

A: I show market and breeding rabbits, horticulture, photography, and I compete in Livestock Judging.

Q: What is your animal’s name and breed?

A: I have market and breeding Californian rabbits, and I have a combination of plants for my horticulture division. My breeding rabbits names are Jack and Rose.

Q: Why do you like presenting at RGVLS?

A: I like presenting at RGVLS to show off my work that I put into my projects and to get the experience of showing.

Q: Is this your first time presenting at RGVLS?

A: No, This is actually my third year showing at the RGVLS.

Q: What is your best memory of RGVLS over the years?

A:  One of my favorite memories is spending the days at the RGVLS with my sister and showing our projects together. I also love the food that comes with going to the stock show.

Q: Have you been successful at RGVLS before, or what is your goal for this year’s competition?

A: Yes I have been successful. Last year I placed 1st with my combination plants in Horticulture and 2nd with my breeding rabbit, and I have gotten champion showmanship in breeding rabbit showmanship for RGVLS.

Q: How much work does it take to prepare and work with your animal?

A: I work with my breeding rabbits all year long and market rabbits for a month daily feeding them and watering them. My plants take 5 months of watering and care.