Samantha Loprieato is a third generation Italian American who was raised proudly among production agriculture in San Joaquin County in the Central Valley of California. Growing up among the pink blossoms of almond trees and miles of dairies, she has always had a passion for the agricultural industry.

In 2022, Samantha graduated from Modesto Junior College with Associate Degrees in Agriculture, Animal Science, Dairy Science, and Agriculture Business. She then went to California State University, Chico and graduated in May of 2024 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture Communications. At both colleges, Samantha was a part of the livestock judging team where she had the opportunity to travel the country while evaluating livestock. Being a part of a livestock judging team has not only taught her a greater understanding of how different operations work and sharpened her evaluation skills, but it allowed Samantha to view agriculture as more than just a career.

In Samantha’s free time she enjoys traveling to fairs and jackpots to evaluate livestock for FFA and 4-H members as a judge. She also loves outdoor activities, travel, and spending time with her family and friends.