Show Smart

Michael Schertz

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Michael Schertz offers a lifetime of experience, unmatched credibility, and championship-level expertise in this instructional video. Raised in a family deeply rooted in agricultural education, Michael learned the fundamentals of livestock evaluation and management early on. His passion for excellence began in the show ring and has grown into a career dedicated to producing winners. As an FFA and 4-H member, Michael built an impressive record in both the cattle and lamb barns. He earned spots in the premium sales at every major Texas livestock show and won the Grand Champion Steer title at the State Fair of Texas. He continued his journey with a livestock judging scholarship at Texas Tech University, earning a Bachelor of Science in Animal Science and a Master of Science in Meat and Muscle Biology. During his time at Texas Tech, he judged both livestock and meat, and later coached the nationally competitive meat judging team. Michael is also a former agricultural science teacher and county extension agent, guiding countless students and producers toward livestock success. His leadership extends to the national level as an instructor for Stock Show University, where he has taught young exhibitors across the country the skills they need to succeed inside and outside the ring. Alongside his wife Amy, Michael has raised four daughters, all of whom have had notable show careers. Their achievements include multiple Breed Champions at every major Texas show and Reserve Champion Steer at Rodeo Austin. As a respected livestock evaluator, Michael has judged at the State Fair of Texas, Houston Livestock Show, Fort Worth Stock Show, San Angelo Livestock Show, New Mexico State Fair, and many prospect and county shows throughout the region. His ability to connect with families, educate exhibitors, and recognize excellence makes him a trusted authority in the industry. That's who's in your corner with Show Smart.