Canadian Hereford Digest October 2023

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

October

Oct 6-8 Expo-Boeuf, Victoriaville, QC

Oct 14 The Remitall West Production Sale, Olds, AB

Oct 9-10 RSK Annual Elite Genetics Online Sale, smartauctions.co

Oct 14-15 NB Beef Expo, Sussex, NB

Oct 13 Lone Pine & Airriess Acres Invitational Event, Vibank, SK

Oct 14 ANL/Glenlees Polled Herefords & Guests Production Sale, Steelman, SK

Oct 15 Blair-Athol Haroldsons & Friends, Arcola, SK

Oct 16 Square D Herefords Open House, Langbank, SK

Oct 25-28 Manitoba AgEx, Brandon, MB

November

Nov 1 CSC Livestock Green LIghts Sale, Smart Auctions

Nov 1-3 Alberta Hereford Showcase, Red Deer, AB

Nov 1-4 Stockade Round-Up Breed Shows, Lloydminster, SK

Nov 3-12 The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair, Toronto, ON

Nov 8-11 Farmfair International, Edmonton, AB

Nov 11 Square D Complete Dispersal, Whitewood, SK

Nov 14-15 Harvie Ranching Female & Genetics Sale, DLMS Farm Gate

Nov 17 Pahl Livestock Annual Production Sale, Medicine Hat, AB

Nov 20-25 Canadian Western Agribition, Regina, SK

Nov 30 Hirsche Herefords Annual Fall Sale

December

Dec 1 Good As Gold Sale, Brandon, MB

October 2023

Dec 2 British Connection Sale, Lethbridge, AB

Dec 5 Stromsmoe Herefords & Black Angus Annual Production Sale, Etzikom, AB

Dec 6 Gemstone Cattle Co. Annual Bull & Female Sale, Brooks, AB

Dec 7 LCI/Doenz Ranches Annual Production Sale, Warner, AB

Dec 9 Coulee Crest Online Bred Heifer Sale, DLMS

Dec 14 Log Valley Ranch Bull Sale, Morse, SK

Dec 14 Golden Oak Cattle In The Snow Sale, Olds, AB

January

Jan 25 Brost Land & Cattle Annual Production Sale, Irvine, AB

February

Feb 2 XTC Ranches Annual Bull Sale, Eastend, SK

Feb 3 Hill 70 Quantock Barn Burnin’ Bull Sale, Lloydminster, AB

Feb 5 Premier Hereford Sale, Lloydminster, SK

Feb 6 Bannerlane 25th Anniversary Production Sale, Livelong, SK

Feb 7 Misty Valley Farms Annual Production Sale, Maidstone, SK

Feb 8 Carlrams Ranching Annual Bull Sale, Cut Knife, SK

Feb 9 Fenton Hereford Ranch Bull Sale, Irma, AB

Feb 13 Holloway Farms Annual Rancher’s Bull Sale, Castor, AB

Feb 15 JoNomn Hereford Ranch Annual Bull Sale, DLMS

Feb 20 Church Ranch Bull Sale, Lethbridge, AB

Feb 25 Little Poplar Grove Herefords Annual Online Bull Sale, DLMS

Feb 27 Ulrich Hereford Ranch The “Finale” Bull & Heifer Sale, Lethbridge, AB

March

Mar 7 Calgary Bull Sale, Calgary, AB

Mar 15 Braun Ranch Ready Bull Sale, Simmie, SK

Mar 29 Remitall West Bull Sale, Olds, AB

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Canadian Hereford Association President's Message

BY CHAD NICHOLAS President of the Canadian Hereford Association

Since I wrote my last report earlier this summer I had the opportunity to attend our Annual General Meeting and Bonanza in Prince Edward Island. Wow, what a great event that was, showcasing juniors and their livestock from across the country. 170 head were exhibited in this year’s event. The numbers exhibited were a bit higher than anyone could have fathomed in initial planning stages a couple of years ago. We do occasionally have discussion about whether we need to host our annual event across the country on a more or less equal rotation with all regions of the country getting an equal chance despite great numbers of cattle being in Western Canada. I think that amount of participation in the Maritimes underscores why we continue to stick with this rotation. Congratulations to all that were involved in organizing Bonanza this year and thanks to all sponsors as it was a resounding success once again.

So I suppose you have guessed already but Youth is the theme of my report this time. Bonanza is truly the envy of all beef breeds across Canada. I don’t think anyone can argue that.

The challenge we all have as breeders and as the Canadian Hereford Association is to build on this successful youth event and translate that success into momentum for development of young Hereford breeders across our country. We have seen several significant dispersals within our breed over the last few years and it is important that young breeders are picking up on the opportunities these dispersals have created and that a large portion of these production age females are retained within our registry.

At a CHA level we have recognized the need to keep these young adults involved in the livestock

industry and specifically the Hereford breed. As a result we have created a new committee to look at all aspects of our junior programs and how we foster development and growth of young breeders within our breed in Canada. We are planning to start a youth leadership event that is an educationally based event that will be held at a different time of the year from Bonanza. This event will focus on life skills that are essential in enabling young breeders to build a profitable, sustainable future in the beef business. Our target age of this event will be slightly higher than the junior program. It is not finalized yet but a target age of something like 16-29 is more likely (but not finalized yet). Watch for details of this event in the near future.

In closing, I want to wish everyone luck with their fall activities at home on the ranch whether that is weaning and / or selling calves, or preparing for sales, or locating and hauling winter feed supplies, etc. You get the idea. The list seems to go on and on at our place this time of year. I look forward to seeing many of you at the many Hereford events this fall that will occur across the country. Check for upcoming events in your area at Hereford.ca.

“It is important that young breeders are picking up on the opportunities these dispersals have created and that a large portion of these production age females are retained within our registry.”

Depuis que j’ai rédigé mon dernier rapport plus tôt cet été, j’ai eu l’occasion d’assister à notre assemblée générale annuelle et au Bonanza à l’Île-du-Prince-Édouard. Wow, quel bel événement ce fut, mettant en vedette nos juniors et leur bétail venant de partout au pays. 170 têtes ont été exposées lors de l’événement de cette année. Le nombre de têtes exposées était un peu plus élevés que n’importe qui aurait pu imaginer dans les étapes initiales de planification il y a quelques années. Nous discutons de temps en temps si c’est nécessaire d’organiser notre événement annuel dans tous les coins du pays selon une rotation plus ou moins égale, malgré le grand nombre de bovins dans l’Ouest canadien. Je pense que cette participation dans les Maritimes souligne souligne pourquoi nous continuons de nous en tenir à cette rotation. Félicitations à tous ceux qui ont participé à l’organisation de Bonanza cette année et merci à tous les commanditaires car ce fut un succès retentissant une fois de plus Je suppose donc que vous l’avez déjà deviné, mais la relève est le thème de mon rapport cette fois-ci. Bonanza fait vraiment l’envie de toutes les races de bovins de boucherie au Canada. Je ne pense pas que quiconque puisse contester cela. Le défi que nous avons tous en tant qu’éleveurs et en tant qu’Association canadienne Hereford est de tirer parti de ce rassemblement de jeunesse ci-bien réussi et de traduire ce succès en élan pour le développement de la prochaine génération d’éleveurs Hereford partout au pays. Il a eu plusieurs dispersions importantes au sein de notre race au cours des dernières années et il est important que les jeunes éleveurs saisissent les opportunités que ces dispersions ont créées et qu’une grande partie de ces femelles en âge de produire soient conservées dans notre registre.

Au niveau de l’ACH, nous avons reconnu la nécessité de garder ces jeunes adultes impliqués dans l’industrie de l’élevage et plus particulièrement

dans la race Hereford. Par conséquent, nous avons créé un nouveau comité chargé d’examiner tous les aspects de nos programmes juniors et la façon dont nous favorisons le développement et la croissance des jeunes éleveurs au sein de notre race au Canada. Nous prévoyons de lancer un événement de leadership pour les jeunes qui est un événement éducatif qui aura lieu à un moment différent de l’année de Bonanza. Cet événement mettra l’accent sur les compétences de vie qui sont essentielles pour permettre aux jeunes éleveurs de bâtir un avenir rentable et durable dans le secteur du bœuf. Notre âge cible pour cet événement sera légèrement supérieur à celui du programme junior. Il n’est pas encore finalisé, mais un âge cible de quelque chose comme 16-29 ans est plus probable (mais pas encore finalisé). Surveillez les détails de cet événement dans un proche avenir.

En terminant, je tiens à souhaiter bonne chance à tous dans leurs activités automnales à votre ferme, qu’il s’agisse du sevrage et / ou de la vente de veaux, de la préparation des ventes, de la localisation et du transport des fournitures d’aliments pour l’hiver, etc. Vous voyez l’idée. La liste semble s’allonger encore et encore chez nous à cette période de l’année. J’ai hâte de vous voir en grand nombre aux nombreux événements Hereford qui auront lieu cet automne partout au pays. Vérifiez les événements à venir dans votre région à Hereford.ca.

PAR CHAD NICHOLAS President De L'Association Canadienne Hereford

“Il a eu plusieurs dispersions importantes au sein de notre race au cours des dernières années et il est important que les jeunes éleveurs saisissent les opportunités que ces dispersions ont créées et qu’une grande partie de ces femelles en âge de produire soient conservées dans notre registre.”

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Beyond member services a big part of what we do as a breed association is communication. Not only do we try to keep our membership up to date but we also try to position our message within the context of the broader cattle industry at the national level.

Clearly this is an ongoing challenge as we utilize all the avenues available to us to get our message out. The Hereford Digest remains at the core of our communication strategy and is a useful reference for breeders and commercial cattlemen seeking information about upcoming sales and breeding programs. With a mailout spanning the entire country and a reach into the commercial sector that has bought a Hereford animal in the past 3 years, the Digest targets our current customer base. Online, the reach is even greater with an international span and easy access for cattle producers interested in seeing what we are up to as a breed.

As we approach a new year, we as staff are coming up with innovative new ways to add value to our Digest advertisers. We are planning on increasing the reach of the magazine on CHA social media channels. We recognize that you don’t always have time, so we will be happy to increase the reach of your ads beyond traditional print media. Watch for more details in the January Digest.

In terms of editorial content, we try to provide timely information on upcoming events and provide show and sale results as provided to us. I am a firm believer that sale results need to be provided by the seller, the information is theirs to share as they see fit and without a field staff big enough to cover the country, we rely on breeders to provide us with timely information. We are happy to share sale results from our advertisers in the next issue of the Digest so don’t forget to send them in. We will also post sale results on the website, again, we

BY JUDY FINSETH Managing Editor

need your help in keeping this up to date. The Digest is also a great place to share information about breeders and profiles have always been an important component in material we have published in the past. As we move forward, we are looking to profile more commercial cattlemen that use Hereford as a key component in their breeding programs. How Hereford fits into these programs gives us as breeders a sense of the direction we need to take our own programs so that we can fulfil the needs of the larger industry. These big picture concepts tie into the association’s strategic plan and will help us move ahead as a breed. Clear and consistent messaging is key, and we also encourage breeders to share our positive messaging. The current Digest features a summary of the Bonanza 2023 results. Recognizing youth as an important component of our future direction we need to leverage the success of our current junior program and enable the next generation of Hereford breeders to be successful. That truly needs to be our legacy as today’s breeders, to ensure the sustainability and profitability of future generations that want to raise Hereford cattle.

“The Hereford Digest remains at the core of our communication strategy and is a useful reference for breeders and commercial cattlemen seeking information about upcoming sales and breeding programs.”

SPECIALIZING FOR SUCCESS

BY EMMA CROSS Communications Specialist

In any business venture, setting a clear objective and making every decision work towards that goal is key to success. The Almberg family of the Lazy HE Ranch near Czar, Alberta is a prime example of how designing a breeding program with a clear goal in mind creates impressive results.

The Almergs have ranched on the meadows that border Ribstone Creek since 1912. As glaciers moved through the area centuries ago, they left behind roughly 3000 acres of lower elevation meadows that flood each year, leaving behind some of the best feed in the area. It was these meadows that drew homesteaders to the area, and they still influence ranching in the area to this day.

Today, the ranch neighbors the original homestead, with the fourth and fifth generations of Almberg ranchers managing the farm. Brothers Owen and Craig and their cousin Mark, along with Owen’s son Aydon and Craig’s son Dayton, manage roughly 1,800 commercial cows.

To the Almberg family, Herefords match the territory they manage. “That was the main feed source for years,” says Aydon. “So the attraction for people to come ranch here was that winter feasibility.” Owen adds, “Hereford cows

How the Almberg family has developed a cowherd that meets their marketing goal

were a part of that because they’re easy-doing cows.” Other large commercial operations that benefit from the forage efficiency of Hereford on these vast hay meadows neighbor them, including Roworth and Cameron Ranch.

The Almbergs are fortunate to manage roughly 20,000 acres within a ten-mile radius, allowing them to walk their cows out to pasture each summer. “We were lucky to be able to expand

second group of cows are black Angus sired females out of baldie mothers, which are bred to Simmental bulls. The third group is their Hereford sired baldie cowherd, which is bred Simmental. Finally, the fourth group of cows consists of Simmental-sired white and brockle faced females that are bred to Black Angus bulls. Managing this complex three-way cross is no easy feat. “We do a lot of sorting,” Aydon explains with a laugh. “On our sale heifers, we get up to eight different sorts on them before we actually hit the mark.” However, handling their cowherd regularly lets the Almbergs keep an eye on the fundamental traits that matter to them, ike udder quality, foot and leg structure, and temperament.

without urban sprawl and purchase land relatively close to home,” says Owen. Roughly ten percent of their land is dedicated to grain farming, with the remaining resources dedicated to putting up feed and grazing.

About 20 years ago, the Almbergs switched to a maternal based program. Over time, as the program evolved, they have been able to increase the number of replacement quality females they produce. They have achieved their goal by developing a carefully planned breeding program integrating the best of Hereford, Simmental, and Angus. To wean roughly 1,600 calves a year, they split the cowherd into four equal breeding groups. The first group consists of solid black cows sired by Simmental bulls, which are bred to polled Hereford sires. The

To say the Almbergs cull ruthlessly for the fundamental traits that make a cow functional would not do justice to the udder quality and soundness displayed so consistently across such a large cowherd. Keeping their eye on the prize of quality females has allowed them to keep 300 of their own replacement females each year, while selling roughly another 500. Of those females that they don’t keep, another 200 to 300 go on as breeding stock.

Keeping the final product in mind allows the Almbergs to laser in on the traits that matter most to them. “We don’t chase performance and

One of the biggest assets that Hereford brings to their breeding program is the marketability of their baldie females”

weaning weight,” explains Aydon. “In the grand scheme of things, we’re geared more towards the female program rather than feeder cattle.”

The Almbergs aim at profitability by improving fertility, achieving a 95% pregnancy rate over a 60-day breeding period last year. They keep their performance where it needs to be by putting pressure in other areas, like moving the bar a little higher on birthweight to keep the calves off their first-calf heifers more marketable.

The Almbergs’ clear focus has allowed them to produce a highly consistent calf crop year after year, even when integrating three breeds with traditionally different uses. Each breed offers its strengths to the equation so they can capitalize on the best effects of hybrid vigour. “With the Hereford bulls, we’re trying to moderate and add a little more femininity into those exotic cows,” explains Aydon. “They bring a lot of hair to the table. They’re easy fleshing and they smooth those cows out a little bit.” Above all, the Almbergs and their customers appreciate that a Hereford cross female can be bred any way and consistently produce a solid calf.

One of the biggest assets that Hereford brings to their breeding program is the marketability of their baldie females. The Almbergs appreciate that their Hereford sires produce “cookie cutter” baldie calves time after time, without taking pigment away from other areas like other crosses have for them. Their ideal replacement female is goggle-eyed or brockle-faced, and they have found that a short-marked Hereford sire will breed truest for this result.

When selecting herd sires, the Almbergs’ first step is shopping for a program, not a bull. “We try to find breeders that have similar values to us,” says Owen. “So we try to find producers that cull hard for udders, that are trying to keep good feet on their cattle and all of those things that complement what we’re doing.” Once they’ve found a program that aligns with their breeding objectives, the Almbergs look for the same traits in any of their three breeds – homozygous polled, short-marked, good feet, moderate frame, and structural soundness.

While the Almbergs have exclusively used horned Hereford sires in the past, they rely on homozygous polled sires now to knock off horns that arise from their Angus/Simmental cross cows. Because of the scale of their cowherd, skipping the dehorning step at branding saves them up to two hours a day at branding time.

The size of the cowherd comes into play with other management decisions as well. At calving time, Aydon and Dayton calve out all 1800 cows largely between the two of them on nine

quarters of pasture. With limited time and a large area to cover, they do not have time to spare. The Almbergs use Herdtrax to keep track of calving data, and at first, they struggled with the time it was taking them to input information. While it was only taking a minute per calf, with 75 calves hitting the ground each day at the peak of calving season, that added up to over an hour a day. The owner of Herdtrax at that time, Troy Drake, worked with them to minimize the time it took to enter their data.

Beyond Herdtrax, the Almbergs also work with other professionals to get key information. “We’ve been using Bullseye Feeds for our mineral,” says Aydon. “They started accumulating our herd data from Herdtrax and put together this cow/calf index. They’re working with us and some other breeders to give us information that we can actually use.”

While visual assessment is their gold standard for selecting cattle, the Almbergs believe in integrating other tools where it makes sense. With the help of their Herdtrax data, they have used spreadsheets to set parameters that identify lower producing cows in the herd.

Feed efficiency is another metric that intrigues the Almbergs. “In big picture thinking, cows are supposed to be taking grass and making an edible product,” says Owen. “When you start talking about dropping your feed efficiency by one percent on an operation the size of ours, that turns into huge dollars.” Since the cowherd is their main focus, the Almbergs would like to see the ability to measure forage efficiency and a cow’s ability to maintain body condition and breed back in a cow/calf setting.

Focusing on the cow as a forage converter keeps the Almbergs’ focus on having their cows work for them. They have been experimenting with bale grazing and moving around their wintering sites to let the cows return nutrients to the soil in less productive pastures.

Even the Almbergs’ marketing strategy is centered around using their land and cowherd to capitalize on opportunities. They start calving midApril to reduce labour requirements. When they begin selecting their own replacements, they keep in mind what is most marketable and keep the females that will meet their needs, selling the bigger, fancier females that will be rewarded at sale time.

“We background all our calves, mostly because we calve late and there’s just not enough pounds to sell in the fall,” explains Owen. They wean earlier to avoid doing so in the snow and purchase some additional feeder cattle to use feed they produce and fully utilize their backgrounding facility. Come February and March, they capitalize on higher prices after the fall run has slowed down.

The Almbergs also keep in mind the value of their cowherd. They aim to cull cows earlier rather than later to maintain some cull value and spend time monitoring the markets so that they can sell their cull females right when the market is most advantageous.

Overall, keeping their eye on producing quality replacement females while requiring their cowherd to work for them has yielded the Lazy HE Ranch an impressive cowherd that yields a consistent calf crop year after year.

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JANELLE GULKA

BY EMMA CROSS Communications Specialist

Janelle Gulka was not always sure she’d be a Hereford breeder. But in her words, “how could you not become addicted to this breed?”

In her lifetime, Janelle’s family has always had Herefords. Her father bought his first Herefords in 1972, and Janelle grew up being involved in 4-H and attending Bonanza. After leaving the junior program, she moved off the farm and took on other endeavours, but in later years, she and her husband found themselves drawn back to the family farm to contribute where they could.

One summer, Janelle stayed home to help her parents prepare for a production sale, and she rediscovered her passion for the Hereford breed. That summer, she fell in love with a top-end bred heifer destined for the production sale. Her father ended up buying her that female out of the sale, and Janelle’s own cowherd began. “I calved her out and she had her first bull calf,” says Janelle. “We still run him as a herd sire today at 11 years old.”

Twin View Polled Herefords calves out just under 200 purebred females near Strathclair, Manitoba. They make a point of having their cows live off the resources available to them in their environment, without giving them any special treatment. The family runs a small AI program of about 30 cows a year, running nine or ten walking bulls. They raise most of their own herd sires and purchase others by selecting from programs that they respect.

Janelle’s herd is built around the philosophy that her dad passed onto her. “Pick a cow that you like and build a herd around her,” they say. Janelle strives to maintain easy-keeping cows that take care of the fundamentals – good feet and udders. “I take a lot of pride in having older cows that continue to produce top calves year after year,” says Janelle. “Showcasing that longevity of quality females, the soundness in their structure, their dependability – that’s the core of our program.”

The Twin View program focuses on their commercial customers. They sell primarily by private treaty, consigning a few cattle to the Good as Gold sale and for many years, the C&T Cattle Co. sale as guest consignors. “We have several commercial buyers, which really emphasizes the importance of the commercial piece of the Better Your Beef strategy,” says Janelle. “Lots are repeat customers. We’re glad they continue choosing Hereford genetics for their herd.”

While they don’t prioritize performance in the showring, Janelle does enjoy taking a string of six to eight head to Manitoba Ag Ex each year. “I really enjoy bringing out cow/calf pairs,” Janelle says. “They’re out there to showcase the strength in your program at home.”

Beyond the cattle at the show, Janelle enjoys bringing together a group of young cattle enthusiasts to help her present her cattle. “It can be intimidating to get in there and fit,” says Janelle. “I enjoy inviting them out to get involved and be a part of a team.”

of the Hereford breed, and notes how important this trait is to the youth portion of the strategic plan. “A 4-H boy came to us looking for a Hereford steer,” Janelle explains. “Within three days, he had the steer standing while he combed him in the pen.” As a non-measurable trait, she notes that the benefits of docility can be overlooked. Beyond docility, the cost efficiency aspect of the strategic marketing plan stands out to Janelle, as she’s seen its impact in her own herd. As well, she’s seen the value of the maternal traits of the Hereford breed being passed on in a crossbreeding program.

Janelle’s welcoming nature is a reflection of what she sees in the Hereford breed as a whole. “When we came back to the farm, there was a sense of intimidation –wanting to keep up, wanting to fit in,” she says. “There was an overwhelming sense of camaraderie within the Hereford industry. There were so many mentors willing to share their experiences, both good and bad.” Janelle’s advice for young breeders like her is to take advantage of the value in listening to the stories that other breeders are willing to share.

One of the messages Janelle took away from listening to other breeders is something that she highlights in the CHA’s Better Your Beef strategy. “Quiet cows make you money,” the breeder said. Janelle appreciates the docility

The commercial sector is an important focus for Janelle. Twin View Polled Herefords recently hosted the Manitoba Hereford Association field day in August, welcoming over 100 head and roughly 150 people to the farm. While the field day usually is reserved just for cow/calf pairs, they expanded the show this year to include heifer calves and bred heifers as well. Janelle was proud to see a large commercial influence and to see so many new faces who had never exhibited at the field day before in attendance.

As a director, Janelle’s goal is to reach out to every breeder she can, no matter how big or small, to hear their thoughts and help align the breed on how to best move forward. She emphasizes that the voice of every breeder matters, regardless of how big or small they may be. “You can’t do this unless you have a passion for the breed, whether you have 400 or 4,” she says. “Every voice matters.”

“How could you not become addicted to this breed?”

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RUT 9B GOLD LAD 19E

BANNERLANE 153Y SUPER 21E

AGA 407B BLASTOFF ENGINEER 22E

MVF 63B SUPER STD LAD 216F

BAR-OM 3B STD DOVER LAD 312F

CR 417C WEST LAD 435F

MN 450D ASTER LAD 635F AGA 77D SUNSHINE 21G AGA 48Y SUPER GOOGLE 118G MN 412D ALTA DOMINO 728G

Also featured will be groups of bred commercial Hereford heifers.

Guest Consignors: L-O Herefords, Lawview Herefords and EZ Ranching

Call for a catalogue, and if your mailing address has changed, please let us know. We invite you to stop by the ranch any time to view the cattle. We hope you’ll be our guest on February 7!

Coulee Crest

Online Bred Heifer Sale

December 9, 2023 - DLMS Farmgate Timed Auction

30 head of purebred heifers sell

- great brood cow prospects for both purebred and commercial herds

- quiet, easy fleshing heifers bred to start calving the last week of March

- Excellent calving ease service sires: Critt Option 28K, CC 8F Easy 131J & PCL 901 Kentucky Gent 7K

- Free Delivery on 5 or more head within 300km

Ph: (403) 227-2259

Randy’s Cell: (403) 588-6160

Luke Radau: (403) 506-6295

Email: couleecrestfarm@gmail.com Website: couleecrest.ca

BRETON WEST P 3C FUZZY 15F

We’re glad that we used this long, beefy, excellent footed, easy calving sire and plan to use sons of his. Our feature 2023 bull calf, Lefty 1L, was 49.28% of his dam’s weight at 205 days! Unique pedigreed and homozygous polled.

CUTBANK 4Z CORB LUND 1F

Owned with Cutbank Cattle Co., Mick Kubinec

We have a large selection of progeny available by this unique pedigreed, homozygous polled sire, including herdsire prospects. FOR SALE

This attractive, well built, horned calving ease sire has impressive progeny with good eye set and pigment. His unique pedigree is full of our breeding.

BRETON WEST HEREFORDS

only grass and milk!

BRETON WEST 12A ERROL 38E

BRETON WEST 118C FANETTE 98F by BRETON WEST P 23A CUPID 118C and her bull calf 40L, sired by BRETON WEST P 3C HORST 93H at 141 days of age on

KGF SCHOLARSHIPS

These scholarships are presented annually to deserving CJHA members. Scholarships are valued at $1,000, $2,500 and $10,000. Applications are available at www.hereford.ca and must be postmarked by May 15th of the year of application.

CASSIDY ROSS SASKATCHEWAN

$10,000 PRIZE FOR BEEF INNOVATION

Cassidy has begun a graduate degree at the South Dakota State University focused on ruminant nutrition of feedlot cattle and cow/calf grazing nutrition. Her goal is to further pursue a doctorate degree in the field becoming a ruminant nutritionist serving producers by solving problems related to feeding cattle while promoting feed efficiency and cost effectiveness. “I would first and foremost like to thank all the people who make this scholarship a possibility. I am so incredibly humbled to be the 2023 KGF Prize for Beef Innovation recipient and I plan to utilize this award to grow and expand my knowledge through continued education and research.”

$2500 HEREFORD YOUTH SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS

Gus is enrolled at the University of Saskatchewan in the Animal Science program and plans to complete a Masters in ruminant nutrition and attend WCVM. He is a 4th generation rancher and grew up on a small commercial Hereford ranch North of Cowley, Alberta. “I have always had a passion for Herefords, and I believe that Herefords should always be the number one choice for anyone’s operation.”

Matthew is enrolled in his final year at Olds College and has been an active member of the Canadian Junior Hereford Association’s National Council, serving as a Delegateat-Large focussed on BC. “I am very grateful to receive this scholarship as it will help me complete my Diploma in Agriculture Management at Olds College. I currently manage a small herd of purebred Hereford cows and plan to return to work on my family’s grain farm upon completion of school.”

Alexa is currently enrolled in her second year at the University of Minnesota Crookston where she is studying Animal Science with a PreVeterinary focus. She plans to continue to Veterinary School, and eventually practice as a mixed practice veterinarian in rural Manitoba. Alexa believes growing up on a primarily beef cattle farm running Hereford cattle is where her lifelong dream of being a veterinarian originated. Her ultimate goal is “to own my own rural practice, as the business side of running a clinic is also exciting to me as someone who has grown up in a very entrepreneurial family.”

GUS HALIBERT Alberta

MATTHEW CHARLTON Saskatchewan

ALEXA GUILFORD Manitoba

KEITH GILMORE FOUNDATION

Who is KGF…..

TO ALL OF OUR 2023 SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS!

Scholarships are presented each year and total presentations (since 1988) have now reached over 160. e program continues to grow and support young achievers in the agricultural community.

Watch for our 2024 Fundraising Auction

hosted on DLMS Farm Gate watch for it starting in May 2024

Board of Trustees

Cathy Lasby

• Chairman • 519-835-1378

Kym Jim • 403-358-8935

David Reid • 306-221-7039

John Blacklock • 306-221-0088

Karl Gilmore

e Keith Gilmore Foundation was established in 1987 with a forward vision to make a positive impact on the future of youth in agriculture and education. Since inception the foundation has grown awarding over 160 scholarships totaling over $400,000 to worthy recipients. As a charitable foundation donations and fundraising proceeds are utilized to provide scholarships to youth in Agriculture and Journalism.

What is KGF DOING………….

e Keith Gilmore foundation is honored to administer post-secondary scholarships to help inspire innovation and youth in agriculture and journalism.

Since 1988 over 160 scholarships have been awarded in three categories:

• Hereford Youth Scholarship

- Award amount $2,500

- Purpose: Support excellence in ongoing studies in any undergraduate program leading to a career related to the livestock industry.

- Up to four scholarships are awarded annually.

- Individuals must be entering into second, third, fourth year of post-secondary education in an y program leading to a career in the livestock industry.

• Future of the Breed in partnership with the Canadian Junior Hereford Association

- Award Amount $1,000

- Purpose: An entry Level scholarship for students entering their rst year of post-secondary education. Current and former CJHA members are eligible.

• Keith Gilmore Prize for Beef Cattle Innovation

- Award amount $10,000

- Up to two scholarships awarded annually.

- Purpose: To support excellence and leadership for applicants in advanced studies leading to a career in the beef industry. Areas of study are broadly de ned but include areas such as animal science, range management, forage and feeding, genetics, communications and business.

FALL 2023 EVENT REPORTS

RESULTS From the Show Ring

JULY 25-29, 2023 • BRUDENELL, PEI

BONANZA

Grand Champion Bull

SHADE-BIRCH COUNTRYMAN 3K

Miranda Gibbons

Reserve Grand Champion Bull

EAGLE-C 7F KEYSTONE 8K

James Rand

Grand Champion Female

ELM-LODGE KOVER GIRL 4K

Heidi McFadden

Reserve Grand Champion Female

ELZEVIR 5F FANCY LIKE 203K

Regan Parr

Grand Champion Bull

Grand Champion Female

Reserve Grand Champion Bull

Reserve Grand Champion Female

JUNIOR HEREFORD NATIONAL SHOW

OPEN SHOW DIVISION CHAMPIONS

HEIFER CALF CHAMPION

EAGLE-C 36G LIBERTY 4L

Olivia Avery

RES HEIFER CALF CHAMPION

BAR-JM 1021C ROSIE 2L

Hope Pinkham

JR YEARLING HEIFER CHAMPION

CORP CREEK KALL

GIRL 13K

Emily Makey

RES JR YEARLING HEIFER CHAMPION

ELM-LODGE KIT KAT 44K

Heidi McFadden

SR YEARLING HEIFER CHAMPION/GRAND CHAMPION FEMALE ELM-LODGE KOVER

GIRL 4K

Heidi McFadden

RES SR YEARLING HEIFER CHAMPION/RES CHAMPION

FEMALE

ELZEVIR 5F FANCY LIKE 203K

Regan Parr

2 YR OLD COW/CALF PAIR CHAMPION

GOLDEN-OAK 24E

TEMPTRESS 103J

Faith Walker

RES 2 YR OLD COW/CALF PAIR CHAMPION

DOUBLE-H BELLA 120J

Regan Parr

MATURE COW/CALF PAIR CHAMPION

KIDS 521X CHARITY 1T 8C

Rebecca Hess

RES MATURE COW/CALF PAIR CHAMPION

DOUBLE-H PRINCESS 8404F

Katie Cox

BULL CALF CHAMPION

KIDS LEGEND 8C 1L

Rebecca Hess

RES BULL CALF CHAMPION

ROSELYN LEO 3L

Kate MacDonald

YEARLING BULL CHAMPION/ GRAND CHAMPION BULL SHADY-BIRCH

COUNTRYMAN 3K

Miranda Gibbons

RES YEARLING BULL CHAMPION/RES CHAMPION BULL

EAGLE-C 7F KEYSTONE 8K

James Rand

THREE HEAD FROM ONE FAMILY CHAMPION

Rebecca Hess

BONANZA 2023

HEIFER LOTTERY & SEMEN DONATION CHAMPIONS

SEMEN DONATION FEMALE CHAMPION

MGL 85A JETSTREAM 16J Molly Loane

HEIFER LOTTERY CHAMPION

MHPH 27C VICKIE 212K Kennedy Manns

RES HEIFER LOTTERY CHAMPION

RVP 252F KAYO 82K

Braxton Suitor

INDIVIDUAL JUDGING CHAMPIONS

PEE WEE CHAMPIONS

CHAMPION Lyla Harvie RESERVE Madison Darraugh

TEAM JUDGING CHAMPIONS

JUNIOR CHAMPIONS

CHAMPION Makayla Green RESERVE Sophie McFarlane

INTERMEDIATE CHAMPIONS

CHAMPION Heidi McFadden RESERVE Hope Pinkham

SENIOR CHAMPIONS

CHAMPION James Rand RESERVE Megan Nicholas

CHAMPION Chloe Loane

Rileigh Smith

Abby Macdonald

Paisley Dagg

Emily Thorne

RESERVE Kaylee Wells

Gabrielle Naddy

Amelya Schaub

Sophie McFarlane

Claire Pugh

JUNIOR HEREFORD NATIONAL SHOW

BRED & OWNED DIVISION CHAMPIONS

HEIFER CALF CHAMPION PRINCESS LANTANA 45L

Hannah Cameron

RES HEIFER CALF CHAMPION

TEEG 018 MASERATI 310L

Teegan Hyndman

YEARLING HEIFER CHAMPION/GRAND CHAMPION FEMALE

KBCC ROSE 9K

Rebekah Passow

RES YEARLING HEIFER CHAMPION

LAH KIT CMHH 1K

Caileigh Hicks

COW/CALF PAIR CHAMPION/RES GRAND CHAMPION FEMALE

KIDS 521X CHARITY 1T 8C

Rebecca Hess

RES COW/CALF PAIR CHAMPION

MGL 85A JETSTREAM 16J

Molly Loane

BULL CALF CHAMPION/ GRAND CHAMPION BULL/ SUPREME BRED & OWNED

KIDS LEGEND 8C 1L

Rebecca Hess

RES BULL CALF CHAMPION

ABL LUTHER 1L

Aidan Lodge

YEARLING BULL CHAMPION/ RES GRAND CHAMPION BULL

MGL 85A KNOCKOUT 4K

Molly Loane

Molly Loane

THREE HEAD FROM ONE FAMILY CHAMPION

BONANZA 2023

INDIVIDUAL GROOMING CHAMPIONS

PEE WEE CHAMPION

Lyla Harvie

RES PEE WEE CHAMPION

Roseanne Siddall

JUNIOR CHAMPION

Tinley Harvie

RES JUNIOR CHAMPION

Makayla Green

INTERMEDIATE CHAMPION

Heidi McFadden

RES INTERMEDIATE CHAMPION

Olivia Avery

INDIVIDUAL SHOWMANSHIP CHAMPIONS

SENIOR CHAMPION

Tell Calvert

RES SENIOR CHAMPION

Emma Lees

PEE WEE CHAMPION

Lyla Harvie

RES PEE WEE CHAMPION

Andie Moodie

JUNIOR CHAMPION

Shelby Cornish

RES JUNIOR CHAMPION

Paisley Dagg

INTERMEDIATE CHAMPION

Heidi McFadden

RES INTERMEDIATE CHAMPION

Rebecca Hess

SENIOR CHAMPION/GRAND CHAMPION

Tell Calvert

RES SENIOR CHAMPION/ RES GRAND CHAMPION

Hannah MacDonald The Canadian Hereford

JUNIOR HEREFORD NATIONAL SHOW

LITTLE LEAGUE GROOMING CHAMPIONS

CHAMPION Madison Darraugh

Lyla Harvie

Brock Larmer

RESERVE Tyson Dundass

Blaire Larmer

Aiden Smith

TEAM GROOMING CHAMPIONS

CHAMPION Olivia Avery

Tell Calvert

Rileigh Smith

RESERVE James Rand

Emily Makey

Ethan Passow

COMMERCIAL SHOW CHAMPIONS

HEIFER CALF CHAMPION HEIDI

Teegan Hyndman

RES HEIFER CALF CHAMPION

MGL 301D LOLITA 10L

Anna Long

MARKET STEER SHOW CHAMPIONS

YEARLING HEIFER CHAMPION/GRAND CHAMPION BLIZZARD 121K

Faith Walker

YEARLING HEIFER CHAMPION/RES GRAND CHAMPION

HILL TOP KASHMIRE 1E

Kolton Gunter

HEREFORD INFLUENCE STEER CHAMPION/GRAND CHAMPION MARKET STEER CORP CREEK KENNEDY 6K

Tell Calvert

PHOTOGRAPHY A CHAMPIONSHEREFORD CATTLE ONLY

MINI HERF

CHAMPION Lauren Darraugh

RESERVE Rowan Alward

PEE WEE

CHAMPION Blaire Larmer

RESERVE Madison Darraugh

JUNIOR

CHAMPION Caelan Pugh

RESERVE Sara Rand

INTERMEDIATE

CHAMPION Adam Rand

RESERVE Emily Makey

SENIOR

CHAMPION Christopher Bell

RESERVE James Rand

PHOTOGRAPHY B CHAMPIONSHEREFORD CATTLE WITH PEOPLE

MINI HERF

CHAMPION Lauren Darraugh

PEE WEE

CHAMPION Roseanne Siddall RESERVE Madison Darraugh

JUNIOR

CHAMPION Gavin Bradley

RESERVE Brooklyn Suitor

INTERMEDIATE

CHAMPION Amelya Schaub

RESERVE Teegan Hyndman

SENIOR

CHAMPION Faith Walker RESERVE Abby McMullin

PHOTOGRAPHY C CHAMPIONSCOMMERCIAL HEREFORD EVENT

MINI HERF

CHAMPION Lauren Darraugh

RESERVE Ashlyn Siddall

PEE WEE

CHAMPION Madison Darraugh

RESERVE Braxton Suitor

JUNIOR

CHAMPION Brooklyn Suitor

RESERVE Tinley Harvie

INTERMEDIATE

CHAMPION Olivia Avery

RESERVE Daphney Schaub

SENIOR

CHAMPION Molly Loane

RESERVE Christopher Bell

ART A CHAMPIONS - ADVERTISEMENTCATTLE SALE, EVENT

MINI HERF

CHAMPION Lauren Darraugh

RESERVE Ashlyn Siddall

PEE WEE

CHAMPION Madison Darraugh

RESERVE Roseanne Siddall

JUNIOR

CHAMPION Lexi Nixon

RESERVE Hannah Lees

ART

B

CHAMPIONS - COLLAGE

MINI HERF

CHAMPION Lauren Darraugh

RESERVE Ellie Lodge

PEE WEE

CHAMPION Alex Godfrey

RESERVE Madison Darraugh

JUNIOR

CHAMPION Claire Pugh

RESERVE Gracie Steeves

INTERMEDIATE

CHAMPION Mia Plourde

RESERVE Hannah Cameron

SENIOR

CHAMPION Molly Loane

RESERVE Christopher Bell

ART C CHAMPIONSHAND DRAWN

MINI HERF

CHAMPION Rowan Alward

RESERVE Wyatt Dundass

PEE WEE

CHAMPION Josie Lees

RESERVE Blaire Larmer

JUNIOR

CHAMPION Lexi Nixon

RESERVE Sara Rand

INTERMEDIATE CHAMPION Emily Stewart

RESERVE Grace Van Putten

SENIOR

CHAMPION Christopher Bell

RESERVE Molly Loane

INTERMEDIATE

CHAMPION Teegan Hyndman

RESERVE Emily Makey

SENIOR

CHAMPION Christopher Bell

RESERVE Matthew Charlton

ART D CHAMPIONSMEDIUM OF YOUR CHOICE

MINI HERF

CHAMPION Lauren Darraugh

RESERVE Brock Larmer

PEE WEE

CHAMPION Roseanne Siddall

RESERVE Blaire Larmer

JUNIOR CHAMPION Brooklyn Suitor

RESERVE Anna Long

INTERMEDIATE

CHAMPION Bryson Longstaff

RESERVE Rebecca Hess

SENIOR CHAMPION Christopher Bell

RESERVE Jordynn Rogers

JUNIOR HEREFORD NATIONAL SHOW

LITERATURE A CHAMPIONS - POEM

PEE WEE

CHAMPION Brock Larmer

RESERVE Roseanne Siddall

JUNIOR

CHAMPION Hannah Lees

RESERVE Sara Rand

INTERMEDIATE

CHAMPION Aubrey Moodie

RESERVE Heidi McFadden

SENIOR

CHAMPION Christopher Bell

RESERVE Faith Walker

SCRAPBOOK CHAMPIONS

MINI HERF

CHAMPION Ashlyn Siddall

PEE WEE

CHAMPION Roseanne Siddall

RESERVE Braxton Suitor

JUNIOR

CHAMPION Brooklyn Suitor

RESERVE Paisley Dagg

INTERMEDIATE

CHAMPION Heidi McFadden

RESERVE Teegan Hyndman

SENIOR

CHAMPION Faith Walker

LITERATURE B CHAMPIONSEVENT OR TRUE STORY

PEE WEE

CHAMPION Braxton Suitor

RESERVE Madison Darraugh

JUNIOR

CHAMPION Ethan Passow

RESERVE Brooklyn Suitor

INTERMEDIATE

CHAMPION Emily Stewart

RESERVE Rebecca Hess

SENIOR

CHAMPION Christopher Bell

RESERVE Miranda Gibbons

TEAM MARKETING

CHAMPION Kaylee Wells

Bryson Longstaff

Tinley Harvie

RESERVE Ryan Trefiak

Lexi Nixon Heidi McFadden

LITERATURE C CHAMPIONSFICTION OR SHORT STORY

PEE WEE

CHAMPION Blaire Larmer

RESERVE Braxton Suitor

JUNIOR

CHAMPION Brooklyn Suitor

RESERVE Gracie Steeves

INTERMEDIATE

CHAMPION Teegan Hyndman

RESERVE Heidi McFadden

SENIOR

CHAMPION Christopher Bell

RESERVE Miranda Gibbons

INDIVIDUAL PUBLIC SPEAKING CHAMPIONS - IMPROMPTU

JUNIOR

CHAMPION Jackson Lees

INDIVIDUAL PUBLIC SPEAKING CHAMPIONS - PREPARED

INTERMEDIATE

CHAMPION Grant Moodie

RESERVE Elizabeth Schaub

PEE WEE

CHAMPION Gracie Steeves RESERVE Callum Bradley

INTERMEDIATE CHAMPION Heidi McFadden RESERVE Aubrey Moodie

JUNIOR CHAMPION Amelia MacDonald RESERVE Hannah Lees

SENIOR CHAMPION Miranda Gibbons RESERVE Sydney Stewart

AGGREGATE AWARDS

PEE WEE

Lyla Harvie

JUNIOR

Caelan Pugh

INTERMEDIATE Heidi McFadden

SENIOR Molly Loane

BOB GORDON

MEMORIAL OVERALL Heidi McFadden

MAJOR JAY FOX AMBASSADOR AWARDS

PEE WEE

Roseanne Siddall

JUNIOR

Makayla Green

INTERMEDIATE Jack Raymond

SENIOR Megan Nicholas

OVERALL Daniel Schuepbach

THANK YOU TO KRISTA WHALEN PHOTOGRAPHY FOR TAKING ALL THE BONANZA PHOTOS!

CJHA Delegates

Alberta

Saskatchewan

Manitoba

Ontario Quebec Maritimes

AUGUST 4 & 5, 2023 • PRINCE ALBERT, SK

PRINCE ALBERT EX

RESULTS From the Show Ring

AUGUST 17, 2023 • HARDISTY, AB

NORTHERN ALBERTA HEREFORD CLUB

HARDISTY FIELD DAY

GRAND CHAMPION FEMALE

HMS HI-CLIFFE 646

JUNIPER 3J

HMS HI-CLIFFE LADY

LIBERTY 33L

HMS Hi-Cliffe

RESERVE CHAMPION

FEMALE

Torch View Cattle

GRAND CHAMPION BULL

HMS HI-CLIFFE 109 KING’S

COURT ET 94K

HMS Hi-Cliffe

RESERVE CHAMPION BULL

TORCH VIEW KING 103K

Torch View Cattle

GRAND CHAMPION BULL

CLH 37D LESTER RED

LAD 27L

Lang Herefords

RESERVE CHAMPION BULL

RIVERBRIDGE 32G LAD 44L

River Bridge Ranch

NOVICE BULL CALF CHAMPION

CHAMPION RIVERBRIDGE 533F LAD 65L

River Bridge Ranch

RESERVE WA 100H LASER 107L

Ayrey Hereford Farms

JR BULL CALF CHAMPION

CHAMPION RIVERBRIDGE 32G LAD 44L

River Bridge Ranch

RESERVE LPG Logan 185L

Little Poplar Grove Herefords

INT BULL CALF CHAMPION

CHAMPION CLH 37D LESTER RED LAD 27L

Lang Herefords

RESERVE BAR-RZ 81E LINUS 43L

Bar-RZ Polled Herefords

SR BULL CALF CHAMPION

CHAMPION UU 9530 DOMINO LAD 21L

Rafter Double U Ranch

RESERVE BAR-RZ H65 LEVI 18L

Bar-RZ Polled Herefords

GRAND CHAMPION BULL

CHAMPION CLH 37D LESTER RED LAD 27L

Lang Herefords

RESERVE RIVERBRIDGE 32G LAD 44L

River Bridge Ranch

AUGUST 12, 2023 • ARCOLA, SK

SOUTH EAST HEFEFORD

ZONE FIELD DAY

JUNIOR BULL CALF CHAMPION

CHAMPION BROOKS 71D 844F STARTER 41L Brooks Farms

RESERVE GLENLEES 69H ENDZONE 78L

Glenlees Polled Herefords

SENIOR BULL CALF CHAMPION

CHAMPION HAROLDSON’S MEMPHIS 4J 6L

Haroldson’s Polled Herefords

RESERVE BROOKS 71D 80G START ME UP 27L Brooks Farms

GRAND CHAMPION BULL

HAROLDSON’S MEMPHIS 4J 6L - Haroldson’s Polled Herefords

RESERVE CHAMPION BULL

BROOKS 71D 80G START ME UP 27L - Brooks Farms

COW/CALF CHAMPION

CHAMPION ANL C 36G MAPLE 34C 60J

ANL Polled Herefords

RESERVE BLAIR-ATHOL 124E SASSY 145J

Blair Athol Polled Herefords & Anita Doktor

JUNIOR HEIFER CALF CHAMPION

CHAMPION ANL ACDT 244 JADA 115 ET 149L

ANL Polled Herefords

RESERVE ANL ACDT 24E JADA 115 ET 148L

ANL Polled Herefords

SENIOR HEIFER CALF CHAMPION

CHAMPION ANL J&R 80C GOLDEN 134J 15L

ANL Polled Herefords

RESERVE ANL 155E JACKIE 7F 10L

ANL Polled Herefords

YEARLING HEIFER CHAMPION

CHAMPION ANL ACDT 36G JADA 115F ET 141K

ANL Polled Herefords

RESERVE XLP SF JAZZY ET 61K

Lone Pine Cattle Services

GRAND CHAMPION FEMALE

ANL C 36G MAPLE 34C 60J - ANL Polled Herefords

RESERVE CHAMPION FEMALE

BLAIR-ATHOL 124E SASSY 145J

Blair Athol Polled Herefords & Anita Doktor

SEPTEMBER 9, 2023 • BURNS LAKE, BC

LAKES DISTRICT FALL

FAIR MOE SHOW

BULL CALF CHAMPION

CHAMPION TLELL H65 ISLAND TIME 13L

Richardson Ranch

RESERVE TLELL H65 BIG TIME 17L

Richardson Ranch

YEARLING BULL CHAMPION

CHAMPION COPPER-T 755E 34E KENWORTH 3K

Copper-T Ranch

RESERVE C-JAY 8N RED CEDAR 10K

Adrienne Dickson

SENIOR BULL CHAMPION

CHAMPION DLAZYH 139E GOLDENEYE 5G

Everett Himech

GRAND CHAMPION BULL

TLELL H65 ISLAND TIME 13L - Richardson Ranch

RESERVE CHAMPION BULL

COPPER-T 755E 34E KENWORTH 3K - Copper-T Ranch

COW/CALF CHAMPION

CHAMPION TLELL 10Y CAYLEE ET 102E APSF 102E

TLELL H65 ISLAND TIME 13L

Richardson Ranch

RESERVE SF 668 Ruby 1D

DLAZYH 9H MAX 8L

Everett Himech

HEIFER CALF CHAMPION

CHAMPION TLELL G442 LINGERIE 14L

Richardson Ranch

RESERVE TLELL 6153 RITA ET 2L

Richardson Ranch

YEARLING BULL CHAMPION

CHAMPION TLELL 504C KAUAI 8K

Richardson Ranch

RESERVE COPPER-T 1D 37Z KALLI 33K

Copper-T Ranch

GRAND CHAMPION FEMALE

TLELL 10Y CAYLEE ET 102E - Richardson Ranch

RESERVE CHAMPION FEMALE

TLELL 504C KAUAI 8K - Richardson Ranch

RESULTS From the Show Ring

AUGUST 26, 2023 •

STRATHCLAIR MB MANITOBA FIELD DAY

JUNIOR CHAMPION HEIFER CALF

CHAMPION RSK SCK 7165 MS NELLIE ET 92L

RSK Farms

RESERVE TWIN-VIEW 48H GRACKLE 128L

Twin View Polled Herefords

SENIOR HEIFER CALF CHAMPION

CHAMPION SINNIBARS 401G PIXIE 109L

Sinnibar Stock Farm

RESERVE SINNIBARS 401G L’IL ROSIE 106L

Sinnibar Stock Farm

YEARLING HEIFER CHAMPION

CHAMPION XLP SF JAZZY ET 61K

Lone Pine Cattle Services

RESERVE SINNIBAR’S 401G ROSALEA 120K

Harley & Madeline McCauley

TWO YEAR OLD COW/CALF PAIR CHAMPION

CHAMPION BLAIR-ATHOL 124E SASSY 145J

BLAIR-ATHOL AD 27C SAUCY 14L

Blair Athol Polled Hereford

RESERVE TWIN-VIEW 94F CLEMENTINE 127J

TWIN-VIEW 5J THE COWPOKE 76L

Twin View Polled Herefords

MATURE COW CHAMPION

CHAMPION GLENLEES 102B REVA 14F

SINNIBARS 401G LONESTAR 112L

Sinnibar Stock Farm

RESERVE BLAIR-ATHOL 124E APPLAUSE 122G

BLAIR-ATHOL AD 27C BEDARD 59L

Blair Athol Polled Hereford

GRAND CHAMPION FEMALE

CHAMPION BLAIR-ATHOL 124E SASSY 145J

BLAIR-ATHOL AD 27C SAUCY 14L

Blair Athol Polled Hereford

RESERVE XLP SF JAZZY ET 61K

Lone Pine Cattle Services

JUNIOR CHAMPION BULL CALF

CHAMPION KTCT 35J JACK 32L

Keith Troop

RESERVE RSK SCK 207H PROCEED 78L

RSK Farms

SENIOR CHAMPION BULL CALF

CHAMPION RSK SCK 207H NEW NOISE ET 42L

RSK Farms

RESERVE RSK 5511 RESOLUTE ET 51L

RSK Farms

GRAND CHAMPION BULL

CHAMPION RSK SCK 207H NEW NOISE ET 42L

RSK Farms

RESERVE RSK 5511 RESOLUTE ET 51L

RSK Farms

CHAMPION GET OF SIRE

CHAMPION RSK Farms

CHAMPION BREEDERS HERD

CHAMPION Sinnibar Stock Farm

CHAMPION PROGENY OF DAM

CHAMPION Sinnibar Stock Farm

PREMIER BREEDER

RSK Farms

PREMIER EXHIBITOR

RSK Farms

THE CANADIAN HEREFORD DIGEST

September 15, 2023 • Newburgh, ON GENETIC DESIGNS XIX

Auctioneer: Chris Poley

» GENETIC DESIGNS XIX CONT.

» BULL CALF

LOT 5 RVP 173D LANDSLIDE ET 28L ($5,000)

BUYER Powell Ranching

SIRE NJW 79Z Z311 Endure 173D ET

SOD ANL C HAR T100 TAHOE 86 ET 23B

LOT 6 RVP 112J LETHAL 42L ($5,000)

BUYER John Ezell Schenectady

SIRE GLENLEES AXA EVOLVE ET 112J

SOD RVP 9050 ARCHITECT 46A

September 15-16, 2023 • Tlell, BC

Top Sellers

» COW/CALF PAIR

LOT 42 MOHICAN VICKEY 42J ($13,500)

BUYER Blairs.Ag

SIRE INNISFAIL WHR X651/723 4013 ET

SOD TDP CUTTING EDGE 410C ET

LOT 42A RVP 118J BIG LEAGUE 154L

BUYER Blairs.Ag

SIRE NJW 76S 81E HISTORIC 188J ET

SOD INNISFAIL WHR X651/723 4013 ET

» BRED HEIFER

LOT 45 RVP 4013 RIVER VALLEY KAREN 68K ($20,000)

BUYER Medonte Highlands Polled Herefords

SIRE INNISFAIL WHR X651/723 4013 ET

SOD NJW 72N P606 GOOD DAY 150X ET

» HEIFER CALF

LOT 51 ICF LONE SPRUCE ZIPPEDY 107L ($20,000)

BUYER Don Bellamy

SIRE KJ MHPH RW 364C MEDIA 240J ET

SOD CRR 109 CATAPULT 322

» COW

LOT 32 RVP 2G JEAN 120J($6,500)

BUYER Aulder Creek

SIRE MF 3Z GILEAD 743 2G ET

SOD NJW 73S M326 TRUST 100W ET

RICHARDSON RANCH 14TH

ANNUAL ONLINE SALE

DLMS FarmGate Timed Auction

Average

4 Heifer Calves $3,750

5 Bred Heifers $3,460

3 Bred Cows $2,833

12 Live Lots grossed $40,800 $3,400

12 Embryos grossed $7,080 $590

Total Sale grossed $47,880

Top Sellers

» HEIFER CALF

LOT 1 TLELL 6153 RITA ET 2L ($5,100)

BUYER Flewelling Cattle Company

SIRE BOYD 31Z BLUEPRINT 6153

SOD KCF BENNETT REVOLUTION X51

» YEARLING HEIFER

LOT 5 TLELL 4013 KOUGAR 5K ($5,000)

BUYER 3-D-L Herefords

SIRE INNISFAIL WHR X651/723 4013 ET

SOD TLELL 199S XPLOSIVE 18X

» COW

LOT 11 TLELL Z311 ECSTASY ET 2E ($2,700)

BUYER Copper-T Ranch

SIRE KCF BENNETT ENCORE Z311

SOD TLELL 29F RED CEDAR 8N

» RICHARDSON RANCH CONT.

» EMBRYOS

LOT 17 CHURCHILL RED THUNDER 133J X TLELL X51 GINGER 19G ($3,000 4 Embryos)

BUYER Jutta Wiegand, Elbaue Herefords

September 16, 2023 • Indian River, ON ELMLODGE POLLED HEREFORDS & FRIENDS SOURCE FOR SUCCESS XXII

Auctioneer: Ryan Dorran

Average

64 Live Lots grossed $535,600 $8,062

Top Sellers

LOT 1 ELM-LODGE KIT KAT 44K ($40,000)

BUYER Anita Doktor

SIRE NJW 78P 88X COWBOSS 207B ET

SOD AXA GOLDEN-OAK XCEED ET 704X

LOT 3 ELM-LODGE LADY 24L ($34,000)

BUYER Morning Call Herefords

SIRE H MONTGOMERY 7437 ET

SOD TH FRONTIER 174E

LOT 15A ELM-LODGE LEGIT 36L ($24,000 1/2 Interest)

BUYER Logan Martinson, LV Farms & Moeskaer Herefords & the Legit Syndicate

SIRE ELM-LODGE HEAD HONCHO 56H

SOD RVP 100W DUKE 31D

LOT 32 STONEWOOD SUSIE 16L ($22,000)

BUYER Clifford Cattle Co.

SIRE H THE PROFIT 8426 ET

SOD NJW 73S W18 DOWNHOME 21Z ET

LOT 2 STONEWOOD SUSIE 16L ($21,000)

BUYER Abby Hill Farms

SIRE H THE PROFIT 8426 ET

SOD CRR 109 CATAPULT 322

CANADIAN JUNIOR HEREFORD ASSOCIATION

Claresholm, Alberta DANIEL SCHUEPBACH

aniel was born and raised near Claresholm AB. He is the youngest in a family of five and is the third generation to raise purebred Hereford cattle at Lilybrook Herefords. Daniel is the current President of the Canadian Junior Hereford Association. He has completed his third year in a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture (Animal Science) program at the University of Saskatchewan. Daniel is very active in the Hereford breed, local 4-H, and his community, taking on leadership roles and participating many shows and events across Canada. He has developed and maintained his own herd of purebred Hereford cattle and is an integral part of the family operation. Daniel has a strong love for agriculture and the Hereford breed and looks forward to completing his education and returning home to the family ranch to continue the legacy of Hereford cattle.

Prince Edward County, Ontario CHRISTOPHER BELL

hristopher Bell is a third generation Hereford breeder and fifth generation farmer who currently resides in Prince Edward County, ON. Chris works on his parent’s farm DoubleKnot Polled Herefords, and his grandparents’ farm Roxwood Polled Herefords and has his own herd of 4 breeding females. Christopher is a graduate of Loyalist College from the Interactive Media and Animation program. He loves designing and creating new things and has taken a position at Research Castings International where his animation talents are used in their 3D department. Chris is a director on the Ontario Junior Hereford board and participates in many Hereford junior events and shows. He is also active in 4-H participating in various clubs and serving as a youth leader.

Elk Point, Alberta KAILEY WIRSTA

KDailey is the oldest daughter of the Wirsta family who owns and operates K-Cow Ranch near Elk Point, AB. She is very involved with the day-to-day operation of the ranch and the decisions to exhibit cattle at major cattle shows across Canada. Kailey completed her Ag Business Diploma at Lakeland College as well as an online graphic design program. In addition to helping on the ranch, Kailey also does outside graphic design work, including sale catalogues, logo design, cattle photography, cattle videos as well as social media marketing. She is active in 4-H and many junior Hereford activities at provincial and national levels. Kailey currently has a herd of 14 purebred Hereford females, which she plans to continue expanding and showing her cattle across Canada.

Markham, Ontario CONNOR MCNAUGHTON

CConnor was born in Markham, Ontario and his family are first generation Hereford breeders. He has participated in multiple Hereford related events and shows across Canada and the U.S. Connor is currently attending Seneca College in an Honours Bachelor of Aviation Technology program. In addition to his involvement in Hereford cattle, Connor is active in many community activities including sports, Air Cadets, theatre, 4-H and BBQ competition. Connor is committed to building his Hereford herd and improving his fitting and showmanship skills.

DANIEL SCHUEPBACH Claresholm, AB

KAILEY WIRSTA Elk Point, AB

CHRISTOPHER BELL Prince Edward County, ON

CONNOR MCNAUGHTON Markham, ON

Manitoba BOBBI-JO FOSTER

Bobbi-Jo grew up in Alberta and Manitoba with her family raising purebred and commercial cattle. She is a recent graduate of Lakeland College, with a Bachelor of Agriculture Technology Degree –minoring in Livestock Technology. She is currently working as a Sales Agronomist with Twin Valley Co-op Agro and continues to develop her purebred herd. She is the Communications Officer for the CJHA, a position she has held for the last two years. Bobbi has been an active member in CJHA and 4-H for many years, serving on both provincial and national Junior Hereford boards, showing cattle across Canada, and helping younger members along the way.

Prince Edward Island MOLLY LOANE

Molly has been an active member of the cattle industry from a young age, showing her first heifer at the age of six. She has grown up on a beef cow-calf operation in PEI raising purebred and commercial cattle. At 12 years old, she purchased her first Hereford heifer and is currently up to 25 Purebred and Commercial Herefords. Molly is active in 4-H and Hereford junior events including serving on the CJHA National Council as Secretary, Bonanza 2023 Planning Committee and President of the Maritime Junior Hereford Association. She enjoys showing her cattle around eastern Canada and participating in Bonanzas across Canada. Molly is currently working at Agro Co-op in Charlottetown, PE as their Seed Sales representative.

BOBBI-JO FOSTER MB

MOLLY LOANE PEI

CANADIAN HEREFORD MEMORIAL SCROLL

The Canadian Hereford Association honours individuals who are recognized as leaders in the development of the Hereford breed in Canada. This award is not limited to Hereford breeders. Guidelines for the award recognize that many people on the perimeters of the Hereford industry make outstanding contributions as employees, elected representatives, research scientists, livestock specialists, etc. For these reasons, it is the intention of the Canadian Hereford Association to consider everyone associated with the Hereford industry in bestowing such awards.

We place on the Honour Roll those living persons who we deem to have been most instrumental to the well being of the industry. A Memorial Scroll recognizes leaders who have passed on.

It is not a coincidence that those persons who have made an outstanding contribution to the Hereford industry are also very much involved with their families and in community affairs. In many instances, while we know them best for their leadership in the Hereford industry, they are also leaders in other phases of agricultural production. The assistance and knowledge of such men and women improves the well being of everyone who comes in contact with them. Many of our Canadian Hereford industry leaders have been recognized nationally and internationally for their unselfish dedication to the improvement of life for their fellow man.

THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS Canadian Hereford Association

JOE & EMMA HASSON

The Canadian Hereford Association is proud to acknowledge the contribution of Joe and Emma Hasson to the betterment of the Hereford breed in Canada by naming them to the Canadian Hereford Association Memorial Scroll.

Joe and Emma built Gold-Bar Livestock with son Dave after selling their Angus herd in 1975. While Dave was the “face” of Gold-Bar Livestock, it was Joe and Emma behind the scenes that made the program possible and sustainable. By taking care of business at home Dave was able to step on the Hereford stage locally, provincially nationally and internationally. Combined, they were a very effective team!

A stockman with an eye for all varieties of livestock, Joe’s career in agriculture started early. He was born into a multigenerational farm family with roots in the Guelph area of Ontario. He completed Grade 8 and was then required to stay at home and help on the farm. While his formal education may have stopped, he was constantly reading and learning through his own experiences and the experiences of others. Emma was born in Belgium and arrived in Canada at the age of 4. She also completed Grade 8 then furthered her education by taking numerous bookkeeping courses over the years. Dave describes his mom as being the “Minister of Finance” for the farm. Emma was also a very active member of the Women’s Institute of Ontario and participated in their varied educational courses. She also served in various roles for the organization including secretary-treasurer for many years.

Joe and Emma met at a community dance and married after a brief courtship. They purchased the family farm and developed a mixed farming operation with milking their Dual Purpose Shorthorns and raising pigs and chickens. The dairy enterprise was replaced with a feedlot and as they developed their Angus herd they phased out the chickens and pigs.

Gold-Bar Livestock hosted an annual production sale and sold cattle to every province in Canada except for Newfoundland. Cattle were also sold across North America to almost every state and internationally to Argentina, Brazil, Australia, Zimbabwe, United Kingdom, Norway, Sweden, Finland and Denmark. In 1984, GERELI GOLD-BAR RIFLE 67K 306R sold for a record $200,000 to Lone West Investments, a record that still stands today for a coming two-year-old polled bull in Canada.

Gold-Bar prided themselves on their after-sale service. Customers always received follow-up calls or farm visits. They also hosted a “Grasstime Sale” that customers were invited to market their cattle in. This was especially beneficial to smaller breeders that lacked the numbers to host their own sale. Emma was ever the gracious and welcoming hostess. The showring was an important tool for Gold-Bar and their success is legendary. A Gold-Bar bull, Profile, was named Show Bull of the Year for 3 consecutive years in England and then went on to become Sire of the Year for an unmatched 5 consecutive years. The operation won Premier Breeder and Premier Exhibitor awards at the Royal Agricultural Winter

Fair 19 out of 21 years, again a record that is unmatched. GoldBar achieved multiple Champion Bull and Female awards throughout Canada and the US and is the only eastern breeder to win Premier Breeder and Premier Exhibitor awards at Canadian Western Agribition.

Joe and Emma were strong supporters of their children and grandchildren through their years in 4-H, Junior Farmers and many other local associations and sports clubs.

Their 6 children were extremely competitive at the provincial level. Linda, David, Joe and Nancy were all winners of the prestigious Queen’s Guineas competition at the Royal. Their grandchildren followed suit and as a family they still hold the record for the most championships in the showmanship and conformation classes in the Masterfeeds National Junior Beef Heifer show at the Royal.

Beyond the showring, Gold-Bar’s success can be attributed to a sound breeding program. The Hassons built their herd on cow families that were economical to maintain. Sire selection and development was always well thought out and decisions were made with the future in mind.

Joe and Emma were always community-minded and could be counted on the help a friend or neighbour in need. Time after time they demonstrated their strength, faith and dedication as they dealt with difficult times including the destruction of their home by fire and the loss of their eldest child to cancer. They lived by example!

Canadian Hereford Association

Executive Director's Report

BY MICHAEL LATIMER Executive Director, Canadian Hereford Association

The historically high prices for commercial cattle predicted in the spring is being realized which is creating excitement and optimism. Market analysts are predicting that cattle prices will increase even higher over the next few years which is welcome news by cattle producers. The national beef herd numbers are historically low and heifer retention rate increases that signal growth in the North American herd are a year or two away. As seedstock producers, now is the time to strengthen your

and engagement with stakeholders. This statement reflects that we have a diverse membership with different goals and requirements and a one size fits all approach won’t see the results we are looking for.

As we fulfill the objectives of the Better Your Beef Strategy, the CHA Board moved to change the Show Committee to the Marketing and Communication Committee. The intent is to create a platform for the Provincial Associations, Canadian Junior Hereford Association, Keith Gilmore Foundation, and the CHA to communicate and commit to a coherent and consistent strategy across all Canadian Hereford affiliates. The committee will continue to oversee the MOE show program but also take on expanded duties. This is one step in creating a stronger Hereford community across Canada with stronger engagement on local and national initiatives.

breeding program in preparation for future herd expansion. New livestock technology that utilizes artificial intelligence, data analytics, and genomics are becoming available and affordable. Using these herd management and selection tools to strengthen your breeding program will position your operation and the Hereford breed for the future. The next wave of commercial cattle producers will be looking for this information and as a breed we need to be progressive and prepared.

The CHA Board of Directors met at Bonanza and dedicated a large portion of the meeting to reviewing the Better Your Beef Strategy. The board reviewed each of the 6 Must Win Battles to measure our progress and identify where we still have work to do. We recognize this is a long-term strategy that is a partnership between the Association and Hereford breeders. I am pleased with the progress made but we still have work ahead of us in several key areas. A common theme throughout all the Must Win Battles where we need to adjust our strategy to be more deliberate, in communication

Recognizing and celebrating the efforts of our membership, industry stakeholders, and organizations is an important aspect in strengthening the Hereford community. The CHA board approved three awards in principle that celebrate the past, present, and future of the Hereford breed. The Honour Roll receives a fresh look and has been modernized to reflect the prestige of being the highest award presented by the CHA. The Trailblazer Award will be presented to organizations and individuals who are actively contributing to the advancement of the Hereford breed through collaboration and innovation. The NextGen Breeder award will recognize an individual under the age of 35 who represents the future of the breed. Watch for more information including application processes and deadlines early in the new year.

I look forward to seeing everyone at shows and sales this fall and as always feel free to contact me at the office. I welcome discussions with cattle producers and believe communication is key to strengthening our breed.

“As seedstock producers, now is the time to strengthen your breeding program in preparation for future herd expansion.”

PAR MICHAEL LATIMER Directeur exécutif, L’Association canadienne Hereford

Les prix historiquement élevés du bétail commercial prévus au printemps se réalisent, ce qui crée de l’enthousiasme et de l’optimisme. Les analystes du marché prévoient que les prix des bovins augmenteront encore plus au cours des prochaines années, ce qui est une bonne nouvelle pour les producteurs de bovins. Le nombre de bovins de boucherie à l’échelle nationale est historiquement bas et les augmentations du taux de rétention des génisses qui indiquent que la croissance du cheptel nordaméricain sera dans un an ou deux. En tant que producteurs pur-sang, le moment est venu de renforcer votre programme de sélection en vue de l’expansion future du troupeau. Les nouvelles technologies d’élevage qui utilisent l’intelligence artificielle, l’analyse de données et la génomique deviennent disponibles et abordables. L’utilisation de ces outils de gestion et de sélection du troupeau pour renforcer votre programme d’élevage positionnera votre exploitation et la race Hereford pour l’avenir. La prochaine vague d’éleveurs de bovins commerciaux sera à la recherche de cette information et, en tant que race, nous devons être progressifs et préparés.

Le conseil d’administration de l’ACH s’est réuni pendant le Bonanza et a consacré une grande partie de la réunion à l’examen de la stratégie Better Your Beef. Le conseil a examiné chacune des 6 batailles incontournables pour mesurer nos progrès et identifier les domaines où nous avons encore du travail à faire. Nous reconnaissons qu’il s’agit d’une stratégie à long terme qui est un partenariat entre l’Association et les éleveurs Hereford. Je suis satisfait des progrès réalisés, mais nous avons encore du travail à faire dans plusieurs domaines clés. Un thème commun à toutes les batailles incontournables où nous devons ajuster notre stratégie pour être plus délibérés est la communication et l’engagement avec les parties prenantes. Cette déclaration reflète que nous avons des membres diversifiés avec des objectifs et des exigences différents et qu’une approche unique ne donnera pas les résultats que nous recherchons.

Alors que nous atteignons les objectifs de la stratégie Better Your Beef, le conseil d’administration de l’ACH a décidé de changer le comité des expositions en comité de marketing et de communication. L’objectif est de créer une plateforme permettant aux associations provinciales, à l’Association canadienne junior Hereford, à la Fondation Keith Gilmore et à la ACH de communiquer et de s’engager à adopter une stratégie cohérente et uniforme dans tous les affiliés canadiens de Hereford. Le comité continuera de superviser le programme d’exposition MOE, mais assumera également des tâches élargies. Il s’agit d’une étape dans la création d’une communauté Hereford plus forte à travers le Canada avec un engagement plus fort dans les initiatives locales et nationales.

Reconnaître et célébrer les efforts de nos membres, des intervenants de l’industrie et des organisations est un aspect important du renforcement de la communauté Hereford. Le conseil d’administration de l’ACH a approuvé trois principes de prix qui célèbrent le passé, le présent et l’avenir de la race Hereford. Le tableau d’honneur fait peau neuve et a été modernisé pour refléter le prestige d’être la plus haute distinction décernée par l’ACH. Le prix Trailblazer sera décerné aux organisations et aux personnes qui contribuent activement à l’avancement de la race Hereford par la

collaboration et l’innovation. Le prix NextGen Breeder récompensera une personne de moins de 35 ans qui représente l’avenir de la race. Surveillez les informations supplémentaires, y compris les processus de demande et les dates limites au début de la nouvelle année

J’ai bien hâte de vous voir aux expositions et aux ventes cet automne et, comme toujours, n’hésitez jamais à me contacter au bureau. Je suis ouvert aux discussions avec les éleveurs de bovins et je crois que la communication est essentielle pour renforcer notre race.

“La prochaine vague d’éleveurs de bovins commerciaux sera à la recherche de cette information et, en tant que race, nous devons être progressifs et préparés.”

British Columbia BC

Provincial

Report

BY JANICE TAPP British Columbia Hereford Association Secretary-Manager

Hay supplies continue to be the talk of the province into September as we remain hot, dry and smoky. Fires have impacted nearly all regions now and one wonders if this is to be our future. Hope not. Cattle prices remain strong at the markets even though more cattle than normal are sold. Significant numbers of cows have already made their “way to town” in BC which is very unusual for the summer months when there are usually few auction sales held. This year continues to be different than normal.

Armstrong hosted the Interior Provincial Exhibition in late August. There were some concerns about whether this fair would take place with the huge fires farther south in the Okanagan. This may have impacted the number of Herefords from BC who exhibited at this fair as entries were down significantly. Grand Champion Male & Female were both owned by Rae-Lynn Erickson, Rocky View County, AB while Clint Smith, Abbotsford had Reserve in both categories

Lakes District Fall Fair took place in Burns Lake on the first weekend after Labour Day. Herefords had a good showing with six breeders bringing cattle to the show. This is the largest turnout of cattle and breeders at a Yellowhead show since before Co-vid. Results from the show will be elsewhere in the Digest but I want to mention that Herefords showed extremely well in the Ranchers’ Choice All Breeds Classes. These Jackpot classes were held on the Sunday after

Herefords Across Canada Provincial Reports

the Open Show. Richardson Ranch won three of the five divisions with their Bull Calf, Heifer Calf and Cow/Calf Pair. A real pleasure to watch three local commercial cattlemen choose Herefords as their picks from among the strong groups of Red & Black Angus, Charolais and Hereford cattle in each class. Congratulations go to Richardson Ranch as well for winning Supreme Champion Female with Tlell 10Y Caylee ET 102E.

The West Coast Club will be holding their NonHaltered MOE show on the 16th. There are 32 entries scheduled to attend. Results of this show will have to wait for a later report as provincial reports are due before the show is over. But…congratulations to our breeders in the Lower Mainland for your support of this show and to all our breeders who participated in shows throughout BC this summer.

British Columbia Hereford Association

Box 185, Fraser Lake • British Columbia • V0J 1S0 250.699.6466 • tjtapp22@outlook.com www.bchereford.ca

“A real pleasure to watch three local commercial cattlemen choose Herefords as their picks from among the strong groups of Red & Black Angus, Charolais and Hereford cattle in each class.”

Senior Champion Bull shown by Everett HimechHonour Roll plaque

Grand & Reserve Grand Bulls from Richardson & Copper-T Ranches

PROVINCIAL REPORTS

Fellow cattlemen and women,I’d like to start by saying that it is an honour to have been elected the new president of the Alberta Hereford Association. I’d like to thank all of the outgoing board members and our past president for their time, effort and commitment to the association and the Hereford breed. We have a very strong board of directors this term. I’m pleased to have a few new enthusiastic members with new ideas and a new perspective.

Current board of directors:

President:

Wes Van Sickle

Vice President:

Jennifer Busmann

Past President:

Conrad Fenton

Executive Director:

Kevin Schaub

Directors:

Alberta has had a busy and exciting summer, starting with the annual AJHA show/field day and our AGM held at Lilybrook Herefords on the July long weekend. This event was a huge success with over 100 head of cattle participating in the show and upwards of 300 people in attendance. A huge thank you to the Schuepbach family for hosting the weekend. The venue was ideal and there was an impressive display of Hereford cattle.

This year Bonanza was held the end of July in Prince Edward Island. I’m proud to say that Alberta made their mark in the maritimes with with almost 20 kids making the journey east. A special thanks to Skyvirtu Ranch who played a big part in making this possible.

The Hardisty Field Day on Aug 17th was a HOT one but once again an exceptional event with a very impressive set of bull calves on display, a great social and an excellent meal. Thank you to Wes Garrett for judging

Alberta AB Provincial Report

BY WES VAN SICKLE Alberta Hereford Association President

that day and thank you to the Northern Alberta Hereford Club.

Heading towards fall there is a ton of excitement and anticipation building as preparation is underway for the Alberta Hereford Showcase which is to be held in Red Deer AB at Westerner Park in conjunction with the CFR (Oct 31-Nov 3rd)

There are some exciting changes to the event this year and we are expecting more cattle and bigger attendance numbers than ever before!

Farmfair will be held at Edmonton Expo Nov 8-11 and also promises an exceptional display of Hereford cattle, huge attendance and international guests. We hope to see many of you there.

As the shortage of cows in the country continues to grow and as more progressive cattle people recognize the many benefits of Hereford influence in their herds, they notice the unmatched performance and they are also seeing baldies consistently top the market. Many ranchers are realizing that Hereford influenced heifers are beneficial and are extremely marketable as replacements, we continue to see upswing in the demand for top quality Hereford bulls and females.

Wishing everyone a fantastic fall/winter market.

Alberta Hereford Association

PO Box 50078, Okotoks • Alberta • T1S 0C4 780.888.7178 • albertaherefords@gmail.com www.albertaherefords.com

“Many ranchers are realizing that Hereford influenced heifers are beneficial and are extremely marketable as replacements”

Neal Church Andy Schuepbach Nicona Brost

Dave Dennis Brad Lamport Luke Radau

Isaac Latimer BJ Scheirlinck

Manitoba MB

Provincial Report

Herefords Across Canada Provincial Reports

BY BOBBI RANKIN Manitoba Hereford Association Secretary

On August 26, 2023 Twin View Polled Herefords (The McDonald’s and Gulka’s) hosted the MHA Field Day at their beautiful farm near Strathclair, MB. There was approximately 100 head of cattle and a great bunch of people to participate in the day. The 3 Twin View mascots, were sporting Better Your Beef bandanas with manners and wagging tails. Marg and crew prepared amazing food, no one was going hungry on their watch. The heifer calf donated by Manns Herefords with proceeds going to Bonanza 2024 was won by Twin View. The Premier Breeder and Exhibitor for the day were RSK Farms, the Kopeechuks, Brandon, MB. Thank you to the Twin View team, Judges, and all who participated.

Good luck to everyone hosting Fall sales!

Congratulations to Ray and Stephanie Kopeechuck on becoming CHA Honour Roll members, as well as Bobbi Jo Foster on her induction to the CJHA Honour Roll. Emma Fox and Alexa Guilford on being scholarship winners.

The 50th Ag Ex Mark of Excellence show will take place in Brandon on October 25-28, 2023, we are pleased that it is also the 2023 Western National Hereford Show. The show will be held on Friday October 27. We look forward to have you join us.

Planning is continuing for Bonanza 2024, watch our social media for updates. Take care and we look forward to seeing you down the road.

Manitoba Hereford Association

RR1, Wawanesa • Manitoba • R0K 2G0 204.523.2369 • rankinbb@goinet.ca www.mbhereford.ca

“The 50th Ag Ex Mark of Excellence show will take place in Brandon on October 25-28, 2023, we are pleased that it is also the 2023 Western National Hereford Show.”

What an exciting time to be a part of the Hereford breed.

Hereford Sale weekend in Ontario was an amazing weekend. Cattle sold extremely well from top to bottom. I would like to congratulate all sale consignors on presenting their cattle so well and bringing out such high quality to offer. The sales were very well attended across the board.

We are moving into the busy MOE show season here in Ontario. Zones are busy planning and organizing shows. Barrie, Renfrew, and Lindsay MOE shows have just wrapped up and each show had the numbers and the quality we are after. We are extremely impressed with the calibre of cattle the members are bringing out. Herefords have strongly competed in all the Supreme titles at each fair.

The OHA board is moving into the planning of the Eastern National Hereford Show at the Royal Winter Fair held on November 01-05. This years National is held in honour of Casey and Jill Van Kessel, long time breeders and Hereford enthusiasts.

The Ontario Juniors have been busy at it. With over 50 juniors making the trip to PEI for Bonanza this year and wrapping up on the last details of closing out Beef-A-Rama. The juniors and adult advisors are working on getting the junior showmanship for the Royal Winter Fair planned. Showmanship will be held on Thursday November 01 following the Hereford Futurity.

We are extremely happy with the direction the Ontario Hereford Association is headed. Thank you to all the members for the support and enthusiasm. Be sure to follow to Ontario Hereford Association on Facebook to get up to date information on events and show results. Looking forward to seeing everyone on the show road this fall.

Cheers!

Ontario ON Provincial

Report

BY JESSICA LASBY Ontario Hereford Association SecretaryManager

“We are extremely impressed with the calibre of cattle the members are bringing out. Herefords have strongly competed in all the Supreme titles at each fair.“

Maritime MAR

Provincial Report

Herefords Across Canada Provincial Reports

BY PATTY JO HICKEY Maritime Hereford Association Manager

It was 23 years since Bonanza was held on Prince Edward Island and all I can say is WOW!!

147 Junior members from 11 provinces showed up on the Island with 176 head of cattle. Numbers we couldn’t have imagined! It was a week of tonnes of smiles and many new friendships but the part I enjoyed the most was the older Jrs taking the time to mentor the younger ones and letting them know of the great job they were doing. This made me proud to have helped organize such a great event…. The youth are our future. However, I and the other committee members can also not say enough thank yous to all the members from across Canada who jumped in to help when needed without hesitation, without the helping hands it would not have been run so smoothly. A few shout outs to some of the Maritime Jr members.. James Rand was the winner of the KGF/CJHA $1000 scholarship, Molly Loane was awarded the CJHA Honor Roll award, Jack Raymond and Roseanne Siddall were awarded the Major Jay Fox Memorial Ambassadors. Alex Godfrey, James Rand, Rileigh Smith and Ashlyn Siddall were also winners of the Heifer lottery voucher. Congrats to all the JR member in the Maritimes as well as across Canada.

It has also been a year of great honor and accomplishment to have two long time Hereford breeders be awarded the Honor Roll. Brian Trueman of Thunderbrook Farm was recognized in the 2022 year and received his recognition at the Royal Winter Fair. Congratulations Brian, Joan and Family. Alan Marshall of AXA was also awarded the Honor Roll accomplishment for 2023 and was able to be in Dundas to receive his award. Congratulations Alan

and family. A great accomplishment for these two families.

With the hurricane last fall and the floods and wet weather it has been a challenging time in the Maritimes (as all weather has been across Canada) with some hit harder than others but I am happy to say that the Hereford numbers have been strong at all our shows throughout the Maritimes in both the open and 4-H. Gatherings like these are important to connect with other breeders and know that you aren’t alone in the challenging times. Mental health is important, and we need to take care of ourselves so never be afraid to reach out!

The fall will lead us into the last of the shows (NB Beef Expo October 14 and 15 in Sussex NB) and sales (Maritime Hereford Sale held in Nappan in conjunction with the Atlantic Alliance Sale October 21, 2023) here in the Maritimes. Some of us may venture west to take in a few more shows (spectate or exhibit) but will be sure to stop and say Hello in true maritime fashion! Wishing everyone all across Canada a happy and healthy fall !

“I am happy to say that the Hereford numbers have been strong at all our shows throughout the Maritimes in both the open and 4-H.”

HEREFORD FAREWELLS

ROBERT SLADE

Robert Edmund Arthur Slade, beloved husband of Anne Slade, of Tompkins, Saskatchewan passed away peacefully at the Royal University Hospital in Saskatoon, on Saturday, July 29, 2023, at the age of 82 years. Although only recently diagnosed with cancer, Robert faced his other health challenges with a positive outlook to the very end.

BARRY LONGWORTH

With great love, the family of Barry Longworth announced his sudden passing at Biggar Union Hospital on March 5, 2023.

BARRY LONGWORTH

Robert was the middle child of Arthur and Harriet Slade. His older sister Elsie and younger sister Dorothy rounded out the family. Robert spent most of his life in the Tompkins area. He was born in Regina, but his family resided at The Big Farm, which is now part of Tompkins Colony. The family moved to Hereford Hill farm when his sister, Elsie started at Central school. Two years later, they moved to Moose Jaw, where Robert began his formal education. His schooling included King George School, Central Collegiate and St. Louis Collegiate. After high school, Robert spent some time attending the University of Saskatchewan, but he felt the urge to return home to the ranch.

December 23, 1940July 29, 2023

Robert had a strong connection to ranching that started in his youth. When he was eight, his dad bought the Speirs ranch. Robert, Elsie and Dorothy spent every summer holiday and school break at the ranch with their “second” parents, Duff and Delores Noreen. This is where their real education began, riding, chores, weeding, socializing, and their nemesis, berry picking.

In 1962, Robert and Anne started their married life on the Slade Ranch and this past year they made it to the milestone of 60 years. They saw the ranch as the ideal place to raise children and their four boys, David, Ken, Art and Brett grew up there.

Robert was proud of his Herefords and appreciated the support of excellent ranch hands through the years. Delores Noreen was a special one, she taught the boys to ride and work alongside her. Robert felt blessed to have her in their lives for 60 years.

Robert is survived by his beloved wife Anne, sons Ken (Wendy), Art (Brenda) and Brett (Karla) along with seven grandchildren: Shea Slade, Aidan Slade, Brody Slade, Tanaya Slade, Ryan Slade, Reece Slade, and Richelle Slade.

July 15, 1955March 5, 2023

Barry was born to Norah and Albert Longworth on July 15, 1955. He went to school in Harris and then completed the Vocational Agriculture program at the University of Saskatchewan. After school, he came home to live his dream of being a third-generation farmer/rancher on the Longworth family farm with his brother Brian.

In 1979, Barry met the love of his life, Karren, and they were married in 1982. Together they had three redheaded girls, all the apple of their daddy’s eye.

Barry was an active community volunteer. In the past he was a member of the Perdue Masonic Lodge and member of the Perdue Ag Society and was currently a Harris Lions Club member. Barry loved the farm, family time and going to hockey games with his friend Bernie.

Barry is survived by his wife Karren, children Rebecca and Shelby; siblings Brian Longworth, Mary Lee and Don Sapsford, Sandra and Ken Traynor, Linda and Lorne Pincemin as well as many in-laws, aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by daughter Lacey, parents Norah and Albert and several other significant family members.

ROBERT SLADE

2023 CHA BOARD OF DIRECTORS

President ⟶ 2023

Chad Nicholas

Saskatchewan 306.436.2086 cnicholas@mccoycattle.com

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British Columbia 250.699.6466 tjtapp22@outlook.com

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Alberta 403.510.2771 nelsnix@gmail.com

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Nyle Stromsmoe

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Manitoba 204.365.0931

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Howard Crittenden Box 158, Imperial, SK S0G 2J0 306.963.2414 h.s.crittenden@sasktel.net

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Ontario

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Saskatchewan 306.903.7299

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Heather Ribey Ontario 519.389.7745

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Animal Name Prefix: The registration and use of an Animal Name Prefix is optional. It is the prefix used when naming all animals born on the property of the breeder. Farm names, tattoo letters, initials or combinations of letters are sometimes used. A prefix may not contain any blank spaces. Prefix examples are:

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