The Canadian Hereford Digest, Performance Edition, January 2013 by Canadian Hereford Association

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The Official Magazine of The Canadian Hereford Association

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contents January 2013 Volume 71 | Number 1

Photo Credit: Leonard Poholka of Breton West Herefords

features

contents B R A D D U B E AU

C AT H E R I N E B R OW N

Bar JB Ranch

Window to a New World

Regulations Governing Artificial Insemination

Regulations Governing The Registration of Embryo Transfer Calves Born in Canada

Venturing forward – Hereford Influence on the expanding Bar JB

A Canadian Genomics Perspecitve

114 Sales Results

C AT H E R I N E B R OW N

Eye on Longevity

Young Guns VI

124 Feedlot Merit Index

Stayability factors in purebred and commercial herds

Tyler Gibson ON Daniel Doerksen AB

124 Maternal Productivity Index

48 2012 Commercial Cattlemen of the Year 58 Sandy Ridge Ranch 62 Don & Allan Saar

Russia Story

UpFront

140 Auctioneers, Consultants and Services

President’s Message

142 Hereford EPD Averages

Message du Président

143 Digest Subscription Form & Ad Deadlines

Hereford Horizons

146 2013 Semen & Embryo Directory Deadline

138 Quick Reference

128 Manitoba Provincial Report 129 Saskatchewan Provincial Report 130 Alberta Provincial Report

134 CJHA Thank You 135 CJHA Heifer Lottery 136 Hereford Farewells

121 Rapport du Directeur Général

125 CHA Administrative Fee Changes

Young Canadian Hereford Breeder Jamie O’Shea’s year in 132 British Columbia Provincial Report Russian cattle country 133 CJHA Report

columns

120 General Manager’s Report

122 Committee Reports

126 Ontario Provincial Report C AT H Y L A S B Y

102 Show Results

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schedule of events JANUARY 15-17 ......................Manitoba Ag Days, Keystone Centre Brandon, MB 18AD DEADLINE The Next Generation Semen and Embryo Directory 18-19 ............................................. Camrose Bull Congress, Camrose AB 23 .... NW Sask Hereford Club Annual Meeting, North Battleford, SK 26 ......................MC Quantock “Canada’s Bull” Sale, Lloydminster, SK FEBRUARY 1 ........................................... Elkington Polled Herefords, Idahos Falls, ID 2............Hill 70 Quantock Ranch “Barn Burnin” Sale, Lloydminster, AB 4...................First Annual Premier Hereford Bull Sale, Lloydminster, SK 5.........................................Bannerlane Production Sale #14, Livelong, SK 6....................................................Misty Valley Farms Sale, Maidstone, SK 7..........................14th Annual Midwest Hereford Sale, Lloydminster, SK 8........................................4th Annual Moving On Bull Sale, Cut Knife, SK 9...................................MJT “Back to the Basics” Bull Sale, Edgerton, AB 13................................JNHR Bull & Female Sale, At the Ranch, Clyde, AB 19.....................................Hirsche Herefords & Angus Ltd, High River, AB 20-22........................ Alberta Cattle Feeder’s Association Conference, Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel, Banff, AB 23......................18th Annual Pine Butte Ranch Bull Sale, Kamloops, BC 23.........................McCoy Cattle Co. & Beck Farms Bull Sale, Regina, SK 26......................Ulrich Hereford Ranch Spring Bull Sale, Balog Auction, Lethbridge, AB 28...............................Holloway Farms Ltd Production Sale, Veteran, AB MARCH 1 .......................................... 2nd Annual Chittick Ranch Production Sale 3-4...............................93rd Annual “Pride of the Prairies” Bull Show & Sale, Lloydminster, AB/SK 6-7 ................................................ Calgary Bull Show & Sale, Calgary, AB 9-10...................................CJHA National Council Meeting, Calgary, AB 9-10..................................................Regina Bull Show & Sale, Regina, SK 10.........................Standard Hill Polled Herefords, 1st Annual Bull Sale, Maidstone, SK 12-13 .......................Medicine Hat Bull Show & Sale, Medicine Hat, AB 15 .................East Central Bull Sale, Dryland Trading Co., Veteran, AB 16 ...................................Source for Success Bull Sale, Indian River, ON 18................Fraser’s Total Performance Bull Sale, Bow Slope Shipping, Brooks, AB 19 ...................... Wascana, Barnett, Ivenhoe Bull Sale, Moose Jaw, SK 21 ......................................................Ranch Ready Bull Sale, Mankota, SK 22 .......................................................................Highway 16 West Bull Sale 23 ....Annual Stockman Select Bull Sale, Johnstone Auction Market, Moose Jaw, SK 24 .......... Best of the Breeds Bull Sale, 2:00 p.m., Parkland Livestock Auction, Leross, SK 24 ........................................... Cattleman’s Classic Bull Sale, Virden, MB 25 ................................ Harvie Ranching 4th Annual Bull Sale, Olds, AB 25-30.....................................Royal Manitoba Winter Fair, Brandon, MB 26 ................................Bull’s Eye Sale, Bow Slope Shipping, Brooks, AB 26 ........ WLB Livestock Spring Bull Sale of Polled Herefords & Red & Black Simmentals, Douglas, MB 28 .... ANL/Wheatland “Focus on the Future” Bull Sale, Alameda, SK 29...........................................................K-Cow Ranch 2nd Annual Bull Sale 30......................Dawson Creek All Breeds Bull Sale, Dawson Creek, BC

9.............................104th Lacombe Bull Show and Sale, Lacombe, AB 11 ........................... T Bar K Annual Bull Sale, At the Farm, Wawota, SK 12....................Yellowhead Hereford Breeders Annual General Meeting Vanderhoof, BC 12-13.................Ontario Hereford Association Annual General Meeting 13.................38th Annual Vanderhoof Invitational All-Breeds Bull Sale, Vanderhoof, BC 13 ................Southwest Bull Development Centre Sale, Batho Farms, Oak Lake, MB 18-19...............................76th Annual Williams Lake Bull Show and Sale, Williams Lake, BC 20 .................................................................Lundar Bulls Sale, Lundar, MB MAY 4 ................3rd Annual Whiteface Classic Sale, Lindsey Livestock Exchange, Lindsey, ON 15.........................Deadline for CJHA “Future of the Breed” and Keith Gilmore Scholarships Applications 25 ...................Maritime Hereford Association AGM/East Coast Round Up, NS-Location to be announced JUNE 3 ................................................. Pasture Ready Bull Sale, Saskatoon, SK 17 ............................ Canadian Hereford Digest August Issue Deadline 21-23 .....Alberta Hereford Association Annual Meeting, Rycroft, AB 25-26 T Bar C Invitational, Dakota Dunes Golf Links, Saskatoon, SK 29-30 .........................OJHA Beef-A-Rama, Ottawa Valley, Metcalf, ON 30 ................................... Hereford Special Service Award Nominations JULY 2-3 ......... OJHA Beef-A-Rama, Homestead Herefords, Ennismore, ON 13 ...................................... Manitoba MOE Hereford Show, Carmen, MB 28-Aug 1 ..........................................Agrifair MOE Show, Abbotsford, BC 29-Aug 2................. Canadian Hereford Association Annual Meeting & Bonanza, Brandon, MB AUGUST 1-5 ..................................Agrifair Hereford MOE Show, Abbotsford, BC 15 ..... Northern Alberta Hereford Club Field Day & Bull Calf Futurity, Hardisty, AB 16-18 .................................Nechako Valley MOE Show, Vanderhoof, BC 24 .................................Keith Gilmore Foundation Charity Golf Classic, Medicine Hat Cottonwood Coulee Golf Course, AB 28-Sept 1 .............................. Interior Provincial Exhibition, MOE Show, Armstrong, BC SEPTEMBER 5-8.....Salmon Arm Exhibition, Hereford MOE Show, Salmon Arm, BC

APRIL 5 .............................Leveldale/Triple J Farms Bull Sale, Whitewood, SK 5 .............................................. Wilson-Lees Annual Bull Sale, Kisbey, SK 6 Manitoba Bull Test Station Sale, at the test station, Carberry, MB 6 .........Maritime Bull Test Station Sale, at the Nappan (NS) Bull Test Station 5160 Skyline Way NE, Calgary, AB T2E 6V1

Phone: 1.888.836.7242 Fax: 1.888.824.2329

Email: herefords@hereford.ca

Cover photo courtesy of Linda Pierson, taken at Wardlow, AB. 7

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Newsworthy and notable stories from the Canadian Hereford industry

WEB SEARCHES IMPROVED! Users now have more flexibility when conducting animal searches. In particular, the wildcard feature has been enhanced so that when looking up a member or animal, users can now use the percentage symbol (%) before and/or after a part of the name. For example, if users wish to search for an animal with “Super” in its name, they just need to type %super% in the name search field and all animals with “Super” somewhere in their name will be displayed •

Saskatchewan CHA Director David Reid presents the CHA Memorial Scroll in honour of Ed Heidecker to Lyal, Michelle and family at the 2012 Agribition Hereford Show.•

Past CHA President Randy Radau presents Chad Nicholas his plaque for serving as a director on the CHA board of Directors.•

30 Years

On January 24, 2013, Janice Barton will celebrate 30 years of employment with the Canadian Hereford Association in the accounts receivable and reception department. Please join the Board of Directors and staff of the CHA in congratulating Janice on this milestone. Thank you for your hard work and dedication to the Hereford breed •

Current CHA President Burt Grundy presents a gift to Randy Radau, outgoing CHA President at the 2012 Agribition Hereford Show•

Congratulations to Dean Horn who won the “Who Am I?” Name That Hereford random draw! Dean Horn wins a $200 CHD Credit. Thank you to everyone who entered the contest, the number of entries was overwhelming! Look for the contest again in the August 2013 Herd Reference Edition of The Digest! • VISITORS FROM KAZAKHSTAN

In mid-December, the Canadian Hereford Association welcomed a group from Kazahkstan representing the company KazAgroInnovation. The group spent several hours at the CHA discussing all aspects of recording registered cattle as

they continue to develop their own registry. • Pictured: Gordon Stephenson, Zhannat Kassenov, Nazyrbek Seitebayev, Rashit Uskenov, Anuarbek Bissembayev, Evginey Russakov, Steve Bonk

Welcome to the CHA Staff... Samara McBain joined the CHA staff in November in the capacity of Communications Coordinator that was vacated by Erin Zatylny. She is a recent graduate of the University of Lethbridge where she received a Bachelor of Fine Arts in New Media and was on the Dean’s Honors List. Samara was a 4H member and her grandfather, George McBain, managed his own Hereford operation. Her parents, John and Caroline continue their farming activities near Cremona, Alberta. Welcome Samara! • 10

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The Tattoo Year Letter For 2013 is â&#x20AC;&#x153;Aâ&#x20AC;? Think â&#x20AC;&#x153;Aâ&#x20AC;? for Alpha!

Hereford Legacy Award Purpose: To recognize commercial cattle operations/families who have been in the cattle business for seventy-five years as a continuous business. Criteria: 1. The nominated commercial cattle operation must have and continue to use Hereford genetics as a major part of their breeding program over the past seventy-five years. 2. CHA Board members, provincial associations and CHA members can nominate commercial operations for the award. 3. The CHA Board will review and approve any nominations at a Board meeting. Award: 1. A Bernie Brown picture of Hereford cattle will be suitably framed, with an engraved plaque on the frame. 2. Presentation of the award to be conducted at a suitable cattle event or function as selected by the recipient 3. Recognition in the October issue of the Digest. i.e. story and pictures. â&#x20AC;˘

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Blaine Brost promised to shave off his mustache if 90% of his bulls sold at Brost Land & Cattle Co. They did â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and he did, raising $500 for Prostate Cancer Research. Way to go Blaine!â&#x20AC;˘

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Our Young Guns feature from Quebec in August 2012 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Amanda Bushey, with husband Matt, and their new arrival as of December 5th, 2012, Brooklyn Mae. Congratulations Amanda and Matt!

Hereford Special Ser vice Award Nominations This award is to recognize persons who have made a major contribution to the Hereford breed, who may not have been either a member of the Canadian Hereford Association, or a breeder of registered Hereford cattle. Nominations must be received by the Canadian Hereford Association office prior to June 30. For more information visit www.hereford.ca â&#x20AC;˘

CJHA â&#x20AC;&#x153;Future of the Breedâ&#x20AC;? Scholarship

A reminder that the deadline for the CJHA â&#x20AC;&#x153;Future of the Breedâ&#x20AC;? Scholarship is May 15, 2013. Application forms are available at www.hereford.ca â&#x20AC;˘

Keith Gilmore Foundation Scholarship A reminder that the deadline to apply for the KGF Scholarships is May 15, 2013. Application forms are available at www.keithgilmorefoundation.com â&#x20AC;˘

The CHD Editorial team apologizes to Brenda Millham for the misprint of her name in this previously published Up Front Item.

Bobby Hull Donates to the Bonanza Legacy Fund CJHA Auction at the 2012 World Hereford Conference Bobby Hull graciously donated a signed jersey and hockey stick that were auctioned at the 2012 World Hereford Conference in Olds, Alberta. The jersey was purchased by the Carmen and Brenda Millham family (Hi-Cliffe) of Outlook, Saskatchewan. The hockey stick was purchased by the Bryan and Annette Latimer family (Remitall West) of Olds, Alberta. Proceeds from this auction totalling $2,900.00 go to the Bonanza Legacy Fund to support future Bonanzas. Thank you to the Millham and Latimer families for their support. â&#x20AC;˘ 11

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We hope you can join us on February 6th to check out our sale offering. We have a strong group of bulls and a uniform set of heifers all ranch raised and bred to be functional, low maintenance and long lasting.

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MVF 219T STANDARD LAD 43Y

43Y is a long, thick bull by the 219T sire and from a top producing cow. His full brother, 56X, was the high seller in last year’s sale to Douglas Lake Cattle Co.

MVF 219T STD TURIN LAD 81Y

81Y is a very deepsided 219T son with lots of thickness and volume. His mother, 80J, has been a good producer for many, many years.

FREE DELIVERY to central points in the Prairie Provinces with special consideration given to group purchases. We invite you to look at our sale cattle anytime prior to sale day—just give us a call.

MVF 219T SILVER STD LASS 19Y

19Y could well be the top heifer of our 2011 calf crop. She has enough size and plenty of volume and yet is very feminine like her mother. Her full brother, 51X, was the 2nd high seller last year to Linthicum Ranch. As an added bonus, she sells bred to 29X, our new Lilybrook sire owned jointly with Mark Law.

Harold, Alice & Merle Oddan Ph/Fax 306-893-2783

PLEASE BE OUR GUESTS FOR LUNCH AT 11:30. For more information, catalogues or motel reservations, contact:

Maurice, Ellen, Mark & Tracy Oddan Ph 306-893-2737 Fax 306-893-2777 R,R, #1 Maidstone, SK S0M 1MO 20 km N. of Maidstone on Hwy 21, 6.5 km W. on Hwy 303, then 6 km N. on Range Road 3241 OR 38.5 km E. of Lloydminster on Hwy 303, then 6 km N. on Range Road 3241.

Email mvf@sasktel.net

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All Sale Bulls are DNA and Carcass Tested First Sons of PAHL 3S WESTPOINT 40W

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Thanks to... Fenton Hereford Ranch Pearson Ranching Bill and Donna Bews Keith Krauss Sandhills Colony Lauder Ranches XL Bar Ranch

Brillhart Ranch Howie & Niel Hawkwood Bannerlane Herefords Wyatt Farms Eagle Creek Colony Ken Robinson

Scott Nixdorff & Sons R.R. 2, Airdrie, AB T4B 2A4

The Idea is Excellence

Rob (403) 948-2569 Cell (403) 510-2687 Scott (403) 948-5232

Paul (403) 935-4334 Fax (403) 935-3576 Email nixpc@efirehose.net 17

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By Burt Grundy

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Ixwould like to take the opportunity to thank Randy Radau, our past President, for his dedication and guidance through the last two years - through both his regular activities and through the excitement of the World Hereford Conference in 2012. Thanks Randy. The Canadian Hereford Association (CHA) held its 2012 Annual General Meeting at Agribition in November. About 60 people attended and enjoyed a nice lunch provided

continue for a long time. These countries really like our Canadian Herefords because of our genetics and because they seem to adapt to the climates there, which are similar to ours. We must continue to send them the best possible animals to ensure our continued success. As written in an article by Gordon Stephenson in the October edition of the Canadian Hereford Digest, the association is moving towards the implementation of a genomics plan, similar to other Canadian breed

I would like to take the opportunity to thank Randy Radau, our past President, for his dedication and guidance through the last two years - through both his regular activities and through the excitement of the World Hereford Conference in 2012. Thanks Randy. by the CHA. We then heard reports from the Committee chairs. Gordon Stephenson, our General Manager, gave his Manager’s report and I am sure that he was very pleased to be able to report that the Association is moving ahead in all the program areas as planned. Earlier that day, at the regular directors’ meeting, the election of officers was held. I would like to thank the Directors for their confidence when they installed me as the new CHA President. Doug Finseth was elected

associations. The American Hereford Association has been using a DNA testing laboratory in Lincoln, Nebraska called GeneSeek, since June, 2012, for all their genomic (SNP) DNA tests. GeneSeek also has a collaborative agreement with GenServe in Saskatoon, so the two companies utilize the exact same DNA-SNP testing platforms. This is important for our association and is one of the reasons why the CHA is moving our DNA testing requirements from Maxxam to GenServe.

I would also like to thank the Directors for their confidence when they installed me as the new CHA President. as Vice-President and Andy Schuepbach was re-elected as chairman of the Pedigree Committee. These three positions constitute the executive committee. I would like to thank the following Directors for accepting the responsibility for the CHA committees, as follows: Marketing Committee - Doug Finseth; Show Committee - Daryl Kirton; and Hereford Breed Improvement (HBI) Committee - Doug Mann. I am sure these committee chairpeople would be pleased to help you and answer any questions you might have. The export of our wonderful Hereford cattle to Russia and Kazakhstan continues to be a major activity in our industry. The reports that I hear from various exporters indicate that the demand for our cattle is going to

With regards to the Residual Feed Intake feed efficiency research trial, results of the first 28-day-weight of the cattle on test are in from both Cattleland and Olds. These are the two bull test stations that have been sponsored in part by the Federal Government and the breeders participating. The results are very exciting and should provide the program with a lot of good and useful data. In closing, I am looking forward to my new role as your CHA President and will be attending as many Hereford functions as possible. I am hoping to attend the Calgary Bull Sale in March, which will be the first for me, as an Easterner from Ontario. On behalf of myself and my wife Nancy, we would like to wish everyone a Happy New Year and a great calving season.

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Ces pays aiment vraiment la génétique de nos Herefords canadiens et leur habilité de s’adapter à leur climat qui est semblable au nôtre. Nous devons continuer à leur fournir les meilleurs animaux possibles pour s’assurer d’un succès continu. Comme l’écrivait Gordon Stephenson dans l’édition d’octobre du Canadian Hereford Digest, l’association s’oriente vers la mise en œuvre d’un plan de génomique, semblable à celui d’autres associations de races

Je voudrais saisir cette occasion pour remercier Randy Radau, notre président sortant, pour son dévouement et ses conseils pendant les deux dernières années – au cours de ses activités régulières et la sensationnelle Conférence mondiale de Hereford en 2012. Merci Randy. de la présentation des rapports des présidents des comités. Gordon Stephenson, notre directeur général, s’est adressé l’assemblée avec des bonnes nouvelles au sujet de l’avant que l’association prend dans tous les secteurs et programmes. Avant l’assemblée générale, le conseil d’administration s’est rencontré pour tenir l’élection de l’exécutif. Je tiens à remercier les administrateurs pour leur confiance en m’élisant comme nouveau président de l’AHC. Doug

canadiennes. L’association Hereford américaine fait un essai depuis juin 2012 avec un laboratoire situé à Lincoln (Nebraska) appelé GeneSeek, pour tous leurs tests d’ADN (SNP). GeneSeek a également un accord de collaboration avec GenServe à Saskatoon, alors que les deux sociétés utilisent des plates-formes SNP exactement pareilles. Cela est important pour notre association et c’est une des raisons pourquoi l’ACH a pris la décision de changer de laboratoire officiel.

Je tiens à remercier les administrateurs pour leur confiance en m’élisant comme nouveau président de l’AHC. Finseth a été élu vice-président et Andy Schuepbach a été réélu en tant que président du Comité des Généalogies. Ces trois postes constituent le Comité exécutif. Merci aux administrateurs suivants pour avoir accepté des responsabilités au niveau de divers comités: Comité de mise en marché : Doug Finseth; Comité des expositions - Daryl Kirton; et Comité de l’amélioration de la race Hereford- Doug Mann. Je suis certains que ces présidents de comité seront heureux de répondre à toutes questions au sujet du secteur pour lequel ils sont responsables. L’exportation de nos merveilleux bovins Hereford vers la Russie et le Kazakhstan continue d’être une activité majeure dans notre industrie. Les rapports que j’ai entendus de divers exportateurs indiquent que la demande de notre bétail se poursuivra encore longtemps.

En ce qui concerne l’efficacité alimentaire, les résultats de la première pesée des animaux à 28 jours ont été fournis par Cattleland et le Collège d’Olds. Ce sont les deux stations de testage de taureaux qui sont subventionnées en partie par le gouvernement fédéral et les éleveurs qui participent au projet de recherche. En conclusion, j’ai bien hâte d’exercer mon nouveau rôle de président de l’ACH et je prévois participer à plusieurs activités Hereford. J’espère pouvoir prendre part à la vente de taureaux de Calgary en mars, une première pour moi puisque je viens de l’est du pays et que je n’ai jamais eu l’opportunité d’assister à cet événement. De la part de mon épouse, Nancy et de moi-même, nous aimerions vous souhaiter à tous une bonne année et une excellente saison de vêlage. 19

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This past year truly was an exceptional year for the Hereford breed! The Canadian Hereford Digest Commemorative issue and World Hereford Conference events added to our already full routines surrounding the regular magazines, meetings, events and the spring and fall run of sales and shows. Sales this past fall were strong, across the country, on both the female and bull side. I could feel the enthusiasm as I traveled to sales and shows from both buyers and sellers. It’s a good time to be in the Hereford industry, with steady growth for Hereford genetics, as demand continues to increase. One reason we are seeing increased demand is because Hereford breeders have changed the breed into a product that the general cattle industry sees true value in. The value is in increased weaning and yearling weights with above average feed efficiency, as well as milking ability and temperament, just to name a few factors. Let’s face it – Herefords cross with any breed, producing a product that is highly marketable to feedlots across Canada. It’s these attributes that cattlemen and

year and most other breeds. These comments come from communications with commercial producers and from our membership. There are two news items relating to the Canadian Hereford Digest and the publishing business of the Canadian Hereford Association. First off, the cost to place your completed sale catalogue on the CHA’s website is dropping from $300 to $200 per catalogue. When a catalogue is placed online with the CHA, it is always tweeted. Our followers grow in number almost daily. Word-of-mouth spreads as folks become aware of new catalogues online. Secondly, you probably have noticed that the Commercial producer profiles carried in the October issue of the Digest were always a year behind. This has been due to the fact that provincial associations have each selected and presented their winners in their respective provincial magazines, to honour their winners first. We felt it was important at the Digest that the provinces have the time to honour their commercial producers of the year prior to their stories being run in the Digest. But this

As we move into the season where most bull trade occurs, we fully expect to see Herefords in high demand with sale averages comparing to or higher than last year and most other breeds. These comments come from communications with commercial producers and from our membership. cattlewomen are seeing that is convincing them that “Hereford” should be a part of their programs. Many folks are reintroducing Hereford genetics to their herds and are giving the breed another look and a second chance. It’s up to Hereford breeders to provide the product that will sustain and improve their customers’ programs which they can also be proud of. Steady, measured growth, I hope, will encourage our breeders to only keep and trade animals that provide a net benefit to them and their customers. Don’t let the temptation for a quick sale outweigh the need to produce good quality and to cull the ones that need to go. Not doing so produces a phenomenon that has hurt other popular breeds, so let’s not get complacent. As we move into the season where most bull trade occurs, we fully expect to see Herefords in high demand with sale averages comparing to or higher than last

created the situation where the Digest stories were run a year behind. Recently, however, discussions with participating provinces have resulted in being able to run these stories in a more timely manner together now. This 2013 January issue features the Provincial Commercial Producers of the Year for 2012. The October 2013 issue will carry all provincial honourees for 2013. This will alleviate the confusion and feature all winning herds in the current year. Thank you to the provincial board affected by this for working with us. We appreciate it. I wish everyone the best of luck with their sales and look forward to visiting with you heading into the spring season! See ya down the road!

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Venturing Forward ~ Hereford Influence By Brad Dubeau

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Four y e ar s ago, you wouldn’t have sold a Hereford to Cam Buyer. But after researching all breeds, Herefords now play a major role at Bar JB Ranch. Why? Because Herefords are capable of creating a product that can excel in the feedlot as well as produce a good mother cow – one that will wean a calf that is at least 50% of her mature body weight. For Cam and his family,

aspects of the cattle industry. It was four years ago when they got an offer on their farm in Carbon, that they made the difficult decision to sell and re-start their operation elsewhere. A long search for property ended in the spring of 2011 when they found the T4 Ranch at Carnduff, Saskatchewan. Nine miles north of the American border and about ten miles west of the Manitoba border,

and for Tyson it’s on the left rib. The Ranch The new ranch is still in growth mode. It has expanded to a 1,600-head cow base and a 5,000-head feedlot. The intention, over the next few years, is to fill the feedlot with homeraised calves or those produced from leased cows. Since they purchased the T4, it was always the Buyer’s intention to farm

Because Herefords are capable of creating a product that can excel in the feedlot as well as produce a good mother cow – one that will wean a calf that is at least 50% of her mature body weight. Hereford-Angus cows fulfill that requirement best. Cam and Tracy Buyer and their two boys, Eric (24) and Tyson (22), hail originally from a family farm in Carbon, Alberta. They ran a herd of 800 cows there for about 10 years, under the Bar JB ranch brand – a brand that was registered 106 years ago by Cam’s great-grandfather. Married for 26 years, Cam and Tracy have worked as partners in several different

in southeast Saskatchewan, the T4 ranch offered a large block of very good land with a 1,200-cow capacity and a 2,200-head feedlot. The ranch was purchased by the Buyers under the Bar JB Ranch name and is managed by them on a daily basis. Today, the Bar JB brand is registered to Cam and Tracy and their sons, in both Alberta and Saskatchewan. For Cam and Tracy, the brand is on the right rib. For Eric, it’s on the right hip

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on the Expanding Bar JB Herd requirements for corn production, producing above average crops. The next few years involves a plan to implement a solid Black and

bulls on all the Angus cows. “I am a true believer in hybrid Vigor,” says Cam. So the goal is to create a core herd of baldie cows and to keep a

and some of his own experiences. As he researched, he was impressed by the breed and found that a “new Hereford” had emerged. He found that

In 2011, they tried 23 Hereford bulls and were impressed with the results. So in 2012, they turned out 32 Hereford bulls. In 2013, they will turn out 55 Hereford bulls. Red Angus cowherd by breeding a minimum of 500 heifers annually and culling the older, larger framed and less efficient cows originally acquired with the stock ranch. The intention is to use horned and polled Hereford

base of solid Angus cows too. Why Hereford? When setting up the program for the new ranch, a great deal of research was done to determine the best cross to accomplish the hybrid vigor desired. Cam was after a bull f r om a br e e d that could give him a terminal cross that would work in the feedlot, as well as one capable of producing a maternal female. Four years ago, Herefords weren’t even on the radar for Cam, based on past problems and concerns that the breed faced

Hereford breeders had improved their genetics, partially through the use of ultra-sound and ribeye research which improved overall carcass quality. He also liked the changes to the breed phenotypically. Cam was surprised and impressed with other overall improvements such as better milking ability. In 2011, they tried 23 Hereford bulls and were impressed with the results. So in 2012, they turned out 32 Hereford bulls. In 2013, they will turn out 55 Hereford bulls. That number will continue to grow in step with the growing Black and Red Angus herd. When purchasing Hereford bulls, Cam pays great attention to milk EPDs (expected progeny differences) and udder quality from the dam side as well as the normal aspects of a good, solid bull. “We can’t control the female side, other than appearance, but we can 33

arrangements with Bar JB. Once the program is operating to Cam and Tracy’s standard, the objective is to produce and offer high quality baldie females for sale, either open or bred. Those heifers that don’t fit replacement quality standards will be sent to

Saskatoon with a Bachelor’s Degree in Agronomy. That’s a nutritionist, an agronomist, a veterinarian and an agricultural business specialist, all wrapped into one family business. Everyone will have their unique contributions to the Bar JB, ensuring that it continues to be a force in the Canadian beef industry – a volume buyer of Hereford bulls and a significant contributor to white-faced influence in our feedlot sector.

Using Hereford bulls on Angus cows gives their steers vigour and those calves are in demand from beef processing plants, bringing a premium. control the genetic potential of the bull side, increasing our predictability in the calves,” he says. Using Hereford bulls on Angus cows gives their steers vigour and those calves are in demand from beef processing plants, bringing a premium. Hereford-Angus-cross heifers will be retained and will create the bulk of the cowherd, with an expected average cow weight of 1,300-1,400 pounds at maturity. Those cows will be expected to bring home a calf at weaning time that weighs 50% or better of their mature cow weight. Once a Hereford–Angus cross cowherd is in place, the Buyers plan to introduce either Black Simmental bulls or continue with Angus bulls on the crossbred females. This decision will be based primarily on cow size and market demand at that time. Herd plans also include retaining a nucleus of Hereford bulls to breed all solid coloured Angus cows to create the highly sought-after baldie females and steers. The plan is also to purchase the Hereford bulls to be used on leased cows, for the genetic potential and predictability that they offer and in order to raise the same type of sought-after calves. The Buyers are prepared to buy those calves at a premium from the operations that have made prior

the feedlot and processed for beef. Cows are bred to calve in early May and heifers calve on grass after April 20th. Every cow is pregnancy checked in December and open females are shipped, based on the market. Calves are weaned in November and backgrounded in the feedlot until they reach 950-1000 pounds. They are then contracted to a finishing lot based on the best offer. Steers and beef heifers have been finished in western and eastern Canada as well as feedlots in the United States. As Cam and Tracy continue to expand their cattle operation, their family also continues to grow. Eric and Tyson both have a passion for agriculture and both are engaged to marry. Eric completed his degree in Ag Business from the University of Saskatoon and now lives in his own home on the ranch taking part in the decision making process. He is engaged to Brittney Schurmann, who is currently working on her Masters Degree in Ruminant Nutrition at the University of Saskatoon. Tyson, who plans to return to the ranch as a partner, is in his fifth year at the University of Saskatoon and in his first year of veterinary medicine. He is getting married to Ashley Gilmour in August. Ashley will graduate from the University of

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4th Annual Bull Sale March 25, 2013 1:00pm At the Ranch

On Offer 80 Bulls 25 Polled Herefords, 20 Simmental, 35 Charolais Bulls

Performance Bulls

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Hereford Progeny available for sale from these two Powerful sires.

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Eye on Longevity Stayability Factors in Purebred and Commercial Herds By Catherine Brown

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Some bull producers have caught onto a seldom-used marketing advantage. They advertise the age of every bull’s dam, listing that information as an important selection trait. This involves a mind shift, says Dr. Dave Daley, professor of animal science and associate dean of the College of Agriculture at California St at e Un iver sit y. Da le y i s a rancher himself and he says many commercial producers “get that” in terms of the mind shift he mentions. In a progressive purebred industry, producers are prog rammed to think of quick generational turn-

around and offering the latest genetics through the sale of younger generation animals, forgetting what older generations might have to offer – longevity, in this case. “With a few notable exceptions, all the individual animal traits we measure reflect ‘bigger, faster, more’,” says Daley, in a recent address to the Beef Improvement Federation. “And certainly, the glamour traits of yearling weight, ribeye area and marbling have accelerated at a rapid pace.” He says that for the past 50 years, we have decided that measuring outputs is more meaningful than measuring

inputs and is easier to do. “Longevity, livability and disease resistance are traits that impact the input side of the equation as much as the output,” says Daley. And they make a huge impact on an operation’s bottom line. When EPDs are used as more of a marketing tool than a genetic improvement tool, a lot is lost in cattle breeding, according to Daley. Chasing numbers for the “latest and best”, in other words, has frequently come at the price of function and longevity. Instead of finding another EPD or measurement to chase, Daley suggests we focus on “maximum

“Longevity, livability and disease resistance are traits that impact the input side of the equation as much as the output,” says Daley. And they make a huge impact on an operation’s bottom line.

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sustained profit per unit of input” or “return on investment.” “It’s not the [number] of pounds of product per head. It is amount of product per unit of input cost” that matters most, he says. Daley emphasizes the need to keep cattle breeding simple. “The commercial beef business is faced with a very difficult challenge to maintain long-term profitability and viability,” he says. South Dakota State Universit y Extension reported last year that it takes the net revenue from about six calves to cover the development and production costs of each replacement heifer. In addition, any cow that misses a single calving is not likely to recover the lost revenue of that missed calf. Increased costs associated with early

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removal of a female from a herd also includes increased depreciation costs and lower productivity of young females compared to mature females. “Keeping cows in the herd for a long time has never been more important to the bottom line of an operation,” says Daley, in an interview with the Digest. Th e l o ng e r a n i m a l s r e m a i n productive in a herd, the fewer replacements will be needed.

purchased as two-year-olds were in service 1.05 years longer than average. Daley says Herefords do have a reputation of offer ing more longevity, particularly under range conditions. “They seem to continue to breed under harsh conditions,” he says, whereas cows with higher milk production and higher feed requirements will sometimes fail to get pregnant in a tough feed year.

“Herds containing a larger proportion of mature cows usually have a higher percentage of calf crop weaned, wean heavier calves and have lower total energy requirements,” says Parish. “Cow maintenance costs are also spread out over more calves.” When fewer replacement heifers are needed, the operation can be more selective when deciding which heifers to keep, according to Jane Parish, extension beef cattle specialist at Mississippi State University. “Herds containing a larger proportion of mature cows usually have a higher percentage of calf crop weaned, wean heavier calves and have lower total energy requirements,” says Parish. “Cow maintenance costs are also spread out over more calves.” Improving longevity also allows producers to cull a cow from the breeding herd for volountary reasons, such as poor production, rather than involountary reasons (death, lameness, inability to conceive). A bull that is culled soon after purchase will notably raise your input costs per cow as well. Jim Sanders of Texas A&M University says, “Cow longevity is one of the most economically important traits in the beef cow.” The Hereford Advantage Exper iments have shown that both breed differences and hybrid vigour can have major effects on cow longev it y. Herefords tend to excel where staying power is concer ned, as proven through multiple international studies, when compared to other breeds. The Prairie Farm Rehabilitation Administration (PFRA) studied the longevity of Hereford bulls over other breeds, showing that Hereford bulls

Crossbreds offer an even greater advantage, he says. The 2000 Herd sire edition of the Canadian Hereford Digest Featured an ML Domino 85B daughter who raised her last calf at 19 and lived until she was 20 in the herd of John Sumner of Thompkins, Saskatchewan. Leonard Poholka, president of the Alberta Hereford Association is proud of the longevity of his cowherd. He features cows in his ads such as 15-year-old “72G”. Using his own bulls since the 90s, he wasn’t breeding for longevity originally but has managed to stumble across more than a couple cow lines that have remained youthful for years. The mother of 72G had her last calf at 15 and another daughter is now 10 and very youthful. Another line originated from Bianca 8B who had her last calf at 17. A bull – Silver 26E Knight 22J, lasted for 11 years and his first daughters are now 10 and are holding together well, according to Poholka. The result is the ability to sell more females and his customers benefit from the longevity trait by slowing down their own respective replacement rates. Poholka believes his heifer feeding management program does a lot to help retain the youthfulness of his females. He does not feed grain to his heifer group but allows them the best quality forages available. Research out of the Agricultural Research Station in Fort Keogh,

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Quick Facts... s )T IS ESTIMATED THAT A COW must reach 6 years of age and have reared four calves before she has paid for her developmental costs. s 4HE OPTIMAL ECONOMIC RETURN for cows has been reported to be within the range of 8 to 11 years old for commercial cow/ calf operators. s 2ESEARCH HAS REPORTED THAT less than 30 per cent of cows within a herd reach 10 years old. s #OWS WITH ONE CALF PER YEAR remained in the herd longer than did cows with fewer calves. s )N ONE STUDY STRAIGHT legged animals had a nearly 60% greater probability of being replaced than cows with a moderate angle to the HOCK WHEREAS SICKLE HOCKED animals had only a 3% higher probability of being culled than average cows. s &EMALES THAT EXPERIENCE dystocia (calving difficulty) were at 60% greater risk of being culled than those calving unassisted. s 53$! RESEARCHERS IN Washington State who studied cows born from 1982 to 1999, found that as the breeding value for cow weight increased, the risk of being culled decreased. s )N THE SAME STUDY THE RISK of being culled also increased with increasing breeding value FOR PRE WEANING CALF GAIN (which could be an indicator for high milk production).

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Montana, supports that theory, showing greater retention later in life in cows fed restricted diets. These cows were also out of restricted-fed dams. Research also reveals that heifers that calved with their first calf during the first 21-day period of the calving season, had increased longevity, compared to heifers that calved in the second 21-day period or later. Longev it y is mostly a lack of problems. The main factors to shorten the length of a cow’s productive life are infertility, unsoundness of feet and legs, udder troubles and an unsound mouth.

animal’s ability to remain productive in a cowherd. S ome r e s ea r c her s s ug g e st a maximum longevity for optimum economic returns is within the range of eight to 11 years for commercial cow/calf operations. Since salvage value of a cow increases with improved body condition and health, Parish says it is important to recognize signs that productive longevity is nearing an end and to market cows in a timely manner before salvage losses occur. In other words, sometimes it’s beneficial to avoid the “just one more calf” habit. If the goal is to maximize a cow’s

The scientific documentation on the effects of heterosis – obtained from crossbreeding – show an increase in lifetime production by more than 20 per cent. But how can longevity be influenced in purebred herds? Research shows t hat none of the traits expressed early in life, including growth and performance, are reliable predictors of genetic or phenotypic merit for longevity. Heritability of longevity traits is known to be low. Researchers therefore suggest that one key to longevity is matching cow mature size and milking level to the production environment. “When

Heritability of longevity traits is known to be low. Researchers therefore suggest that one key to longevity is matching cow mature size and milking level to the production environment. Sanders says “since cows can leave a breeding herd for a variety of reasons, longevity is actually a combination of a number of different traits.” But generally speaking, it ref lects an

productive life, however, can breeders influence the trait of longevity? The data say that it only takes small changes in longevity to greatly impact herd profitability.

production resources cannot keep up with the demands of a particular cow size or milking level, rate of culling is likely to increase,” in the words of Jane Parish.

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Since heifers that calve early in the calving season with their first calf have increased longevity and pounds weaned compared to heifers calving later in the calving season, some researchers say that it helps to begin with management decisions that impact our replacement heifers. Sanders points out that most of the “fallout” has already happened by the time a cow is four years old. That is, if a heifer gets bred as a yearling, breeds back as a two-year-old and again as a three-year-old, most of them will stay productive up until about 10 years of age. If all cows are culled that fail to wean a calf, genetic prediction based on the proportion should be effective in increasing the proportion that stay productive to nine or 10 years of age, he says. “Selection of old bulls out of cows that stay productive to advanced ages provides the opportunity to place emphasis on longevity,” says Sanders. “Selection of young bulls out of old cows, as a continuous process, [also] seems to be a logical approach.” While purebred breeders should be concerned with making genetic

improvement in longevity for the benefit of the commercial beef cattle population, some argue that animals retained in purebred herds too long increase the generation interval which reduces the possible rate of genetic improvement from selection. Proponents of that theory say purebred breeders should be confined primarily to such indicators as structural soundness. That is one viewpoint. But a balanced approach does not rule out the use of some selection tools. As Parish points out, “Whole herd repor t ing and repor t ing reproductive data is important to breed associations tracking longevity for use in genetic prediction. Genetic predictions for longevity include EPDs for stayability. Stayability indicates differences in the percentage of daughters remaining in the herd at six years of age. Stayability EPDs are a start, says Daley. But EPDs don’t measure everything, he says. “We may be able to propagate younger animals in the future with greater confidence through genomics as well, but we’re

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Faces and Perspectives of a New Generation

Young Guns VI Blood & Destiny – Honouring the stories of Young Guns Daniel Doerksen and Tyler Gibson By Catherine A. Brown

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TYLER GIBSON Tyler Gibson of Kitchener, Ontario, says one of his biggest challenges in business is not being recognized or well known in the larger cattle community. At 25 years of age, some

doubt his knowledge and credibility, even after eight years of building his business. There aren’t many people his age fully engaged in the beef business in Ontario. So Tyler raises a

few eyebrows. Tyler cannot rest on the laurels of a family business name. Nor is any part of his operation previously established or bequeathed to him. He grew up a city boy. Most young people that stick with the beef industry to forge a future there often say “it’s in the blood”. Cattle folk can understand that. But in Tyler’s case, you might say that his life’s work is his destiny. Growing up in the city of Kitchener, near Guelph, Ontario, Tyler spent nearly ever y weekend and all summers on his g randparents, Morris and Shirley Noecker’s mixed farm operation. His grandfather raised Herefords and while he never registered any, he was a relatively progressive breeder, using A.I. sires in his breeding program. Tyler’s father, Chuck, is an engineer in a construction company. His mother, Brenda, is a nurse at Grand River Hospital. His brother Brent is now a Hamilton city police officer. In his early years of high school, Tyler bought some cow/calf pairs to grass them for the summer on a rented farm and sell them in the fall. During his high school years, Tyler worked at the Ontario Livestock Exchange

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in Kitchener - Ontarioâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest commercial livestock sale barn. His g randfather died in 20 03, when Tyler was 16. The farm on which Tylerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s passions were born was eventually sold. But Tyler was undeterred. Out of high school, he worked for a cattle dealer.

co-op. But he is also known in purebred cattle circles. His hobby is breeding and raising both purebred Hereford and purebred Black Angus. He does all his own chores and managerial work for a growing herd of 150 cows and feedlot, where he fed 200 head last year. He has 25 purebred Herefords and can be seen

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4-H or junior Hereford association activities of any kind. Growing up, he knew only a couple boys on his hockey team that were from farming families. Now, however, Tyler has no hobbies outside his cattle business and job. He works seven days a week and says itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a passion; itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not a job. When he

4YLER CANNOT REST ON THE LAURELS OF A FAMILY BUSINESS NAME .OR IS ANY part of his operation previously established or bequeathed to him. He grew up a city boy. He went off to Ridgetown College to take agricultural and animal nutrition courses in 2007. He bought some feeder calves and finished them himself at a rented farm. He used part of his grandfatherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s inheritance money to buy a small cowherd. That commercial herd now raises Tylerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s own feedlot calves, which he feeds to finishing weights. He rents the land and the facilities to do so. And he purchases additional calves, which he has custom fed at a local feedlot. While pregnancy-checking his own cows with a local vet one day, they talked about Tylerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s future and Tyler explained that he eventually planned to earn a salary as a ruminant

at purebred sales making careful selections, sometimes purchasing embryos from some notable cows in the industry, the genetics from which he says would certainly not otherwise be available to him, inside his budget. Tyler, in other words, dove into the cattle business at full speed. He is hands-on, heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s full-time at it and he is passionate about it. He is not married and in order for that to be possible, he says heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll need some time management solutions. There isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t enough hours in a day for Tyler, as it is, to keep all his irons in the fire, soto-speak. He is bound and determined to make his cattle enterprise work for the long term.

finds the time to get away, he heads to a livestock event. This past year, he attended the Canadian Western Agribition livestock show in Regina with some friends and partners in the purebred business. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the cattle that make me want to get out of bed in the morning,â&#x20AC;? says Tyler. â&#x20AC;&#x153;And during calving season, waking up to a new calf is like Christmas morning.â&#x20AC;? Tyler says his mom still has a book that Tyler created when he was six years old or younger outlining all his plans, at the time, to become a farmer. People have always joked with him that he was born in the wrong part of town.

(IS GRANDFATHER DIED IN WHEN 4YLER WAS 4HE FARM ON WHICH 4YLER S PASSIONS WERE BORN WAS EVENTUALLY SOLD "UT 4YLER WAS undeterred. nutritionist to allow him to support his cattle enterprise. His vet called him that evening and asked him if thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s really what he wanted to do. Tyler said heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d rather work hands-on with cattle and so thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s what his vet immediately hired him to do. Tyler now works for this veterinarian as part of his processing crew. The vet practice services feedlot clients primarily, so Tyler now finds his hands full, during weekdays, vaccinating, castrating, dehorning and sorting thousands of feedlot cattle. This past fall, Tyler purchased more cattle through a local breeder

Another challenge is his lack of physical resources. Without a family farm or partners, Tyler must literally buy or rent every piece of equipment that he uses. Start-up costs are onerous and land is impossibly expensive in his area of southwestern Ontario. And then there are the seasonal challenges. After a dry year in Ontario, Tyler was paying $80 each for 4-by-5 hay bales this past fall. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve had a talk with my girls,â&#x20AC;? Tyler says, jokingly, â&#x20AC;&#x153;that they better bring on the good calves this year.â&#x20AC;? Tyler also breaks the mold where this Young Guns series is concerned. He is the first to never be involved in either

Asked how he would describe himself in one word, Tyler quickly answers: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Workaholic.â&#x20AC;? Tyler is not involved with cattle producer or association boards just yet. He would like to be but says he is still breaking in to the industry and setting breeding goals for himself and is taking small steps to get there. He hopes to someday help to contribute to the larger organizations that represent him. Tyler says his grandpa Morris is his biggest mentor and inspiration. But he says that he is fortunate that his family has supported his decision to go into the cattle business.

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“My father, especially, has stood in front of me, beside me and behind me,” says Tyler. “He has helped a lot.” Is he optimistic about his survival in this business?

“You have to be,” says Tyler. “You have to believe that your days will get better.” But he says the beef industry still has a ways to go in terms of promoting and marketing itself better. “We have to tell our story more,” he says.

with a pretty good cattle sense. And processing tens of thousands of head annually through his salaried job allows him to exercise that skill every day. He has encountered all kinds of cattle handling experiences to-date. He has been roughed up and kicked

4YLER SAYS HIS MOM STILL HAS A BOOK THAT 4YLER created when he was six years old or younger outlining all his plans, at the time, to become a farmer. People have always joked with him that he was born in the wrong part of town.

If Tyler’s perspective can be considered to be a fresh new one, then the industry should listen up. What would Tyler change about the industry if he had a magic wand? “We need to do better with traceability,” he says. “By the time most cattle get to packing plants, the chances that they still have the same CCIA identification button they started out with are slim,” he says. He would also like to change the stereotype that exists primarily in eastern Canada where the dairy industry is king – that beef cattle are “just cows”. “We need to see the value in them,” he says. That has already started, he says, with the price of commercial and purebred females trending upward. What does he like about the industry most? “I like everything about it,” he says. “But the people make the industry.” Talking about his friends in the cow/calf and cattle feeder sectors, Tyler says he hasn’t met many bad people. “ We g e n e r a l l y h a v e the same goals and are supportive of one another,” he says. What is Tyler’s greatest skill? Tyler says he g rew up 50

and stomped on. Broken ribs are the worst thing he has endured. What is the most exciting thing that has happened to him in his adventure with cattle to-date? A Red Angus heifer co-owned with Ivor Thurston achieved Junior Champion Yearling status at Toronto’s Royal Winter Fair in 2008. What is the worst thing that has ever happened to him in his business venture? It happened this past fall. He lost six commercial cows from nitrate poisoning. He was holding the cows temporarily in a dry lot adjacent to an old bank barn and the cows reached across a wall where some sorghum grass was growing and poisoned themselves. Tyler came back 10 hours later to find the dead cows. Asked if he could invite one special person in the world to dinner, Tyler couldn’t think of one person. He says he would love to sit down sometime with legendary breeders like the Latimers or with Kevin Brown. He would also like to learn from legendary industry player Ted Serhienko, he says. If he had to choose another life’s occupation, what would that be? Tyler says he would probably be an auto mechanic. He has always had an interest in cars and any job for him would have to involve working outside and with his hands. But Tyler has his nose to the grindstone and has goals for his own cattle operation. He will maintain his commercial and feedlot operations since they are his “bread and butter” he says. He plans to grow both his

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purebred Hereford and Black Angus herds. And he will do so, in part, by implanting embryos and flushing cows. He is excited about using the industry’s most modern genetic selection tools. “As long as I have cattle I will have Herefords,” Tyler asserts. He admittedly has a soft spot for the breed, having started out with them on his grandpa’s farm. Temperament has something to do with that. One of

Tyler’s grandpa’s sayings was: “You never need a fast cow; just a fast horse.” Tyler says he has also defended the breed on many occasions. He knows that Herefords will help him raise cattle more economically and he doesn’t foresee feed costs going down. He believes the Hereford influence is bound to increase for that reason alone. Tyler is still looking for the ideal

far mland to purchase for his operations but as far as getting his foot in the door, 2012 marked an exciting year for Tyler. He was asked to consign an animal to one of the leading Hereford purebred sales in the country. Where established purebred breeders and cattlemen in Ontario are concerned, Tyler walks among them.

Daniel Doerksen Life’s good. Ask Daniel Doerksen what the biggest disappointment has been in his 27-year-old life and he won’t have an answer. “I don’t know,” he says. “I’m really not sure. Life’s good.” Daniel likes working with cattle on his family operation mostly because every day is different and interesting. And what he looks forward to most is raising his own children on the ranch. They would be the fifth generation of Doerksens at Gem, Alberta. A s k e d i f he c ou ld de s c r i b e

himself in one word, Daniel says “Friendly.” Job requirement met: A positive outlook for the future! A perennial optimist! When Daniel started on his family operat ion, which included his grandparents, Jake and Anne, his parents, Arno and Wanda, his younger brothers, Lorin and Barry and his uncle and aunt, Tim and Yvonne, and their family, grain prices were up, cattle prices were down and the farm and ranch were experiencing

significant drought. It was the lifestyle that Daniel most appreciated. He has always wanted to farm and ranch, he says. “It’s in my blood.” At the time, his buddies worked in the oil patch making very good wages. But at home, Daniel can honestly say that he has “never been hard-up.” His parent s were his big gest inspiration and his dad, his most honoured mentor. His dad has always wanted all three of his boys to succeed. So it was “dad” that told

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It was â&#x20AC;&#x153;dadâ&#x20AC;? that told him, if he wanted to farm, he had to personally figure out how he could be an asset to the OPERATION "ECOMING AN EMPLOYEE WASN T an option. He had to figure out how to buy his own land and cattle to add to the current operation. And so he did.

him, if he wanted to farm, he had to personally figure out how he could be an asset to the operation. Becoming an employee wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t an option. He had to figure out how to buy his own land and cattle to add to the current operation. And so he did. Daniel took the Green Certificate in high school for cow/calf production, doing most of the work at home and taking the required oral tests at school. He graduated from high school in 2003 and then attended Lethbridge Community College for two and a half years, graduating with a diploma in Animal Science. He also studied plant science at Lethbridge. Daniel then worked the oil fields for two winters. He married Kimberly in 2008 and now has a two-year-old son (Gradey) and a seven-month-old daughter (Kyleah). Reflecting on his job off the ranch, Daniel says, â&#x20AC;&#x153;It wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t all roses.â&#x20AC;? But he says it gave him perspective. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Working for someone else gave me the experience to know how to treat others that are working with you or for you,â&#x20AC;? he says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Working off the farm also made me want to work on the farm more.â&#x20AC;? Where his friends are concerned, about half of them now work on family farms or in agriculture, while the other half is employed elsewhere. His brother Lorin (24) works for the oil and gas industr y after graduating with an environmental science degree and his other brother Barry (22) recently graduated with a business degree and works for Ag r iculture Financial Ser v ices Corporation (AFSC). Danielâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hobbies are team roping, hunting, curling, golf and hockey. 52

He organizes the Gem Generals, a somewhat competitive local hockey league. At work at home, he does some crop marketing but his greatest skill, he would tell you, is his cattle sense. Daniel was never an official member of the Canadian Junior Hereford Association. He never once attended a Bonanza event. He wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t interested in showing cattle, not liking the bigger, fatter cattle that were needed to be competitive. His family has always welcomed and preferred farm visits to show their cattle in their true environment over taking their cattle to town. Daniel was a 4-H member for 10 years, however. And one of his most exciting memories was that of winning the Grand Champion Steer prize in his final year at the 2003 Bassano Gem regional show. The calf sold for a good price, he says, but he canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t remember what that was. The highlight was the win. In his local 4-H club, Daniel acted as vice-president for two years, president for two years and was parliamentarian for a year; the latter of which acts to ensure all meetings follow proper board protocols. Daniel still supports his local 4-H club by offering their feedlot for the weighins for the Gem Bassano Rosemary 4-H show and sale. Daniel was also the vice-president of the Lethbridge College Agricultural Club for one year and he is currently President of the Gem Grazing Association. Talking about his 4-H experience, Daniel says it helped hone his eye for good cattle and helped his cattle handling skills. But most of all, his 4-H experience helped teach Daniel how to work with other people and how to â&#x20AC;&#x153;make it workâ&#x20AC;?, through

differences of opinion. The cur rent Doerksen herd is comprised of a purebred herd of about 150 Herefords; a commercial herd numbering 750 mostly HerefordAngus cows and a 1,500-head feedlot. Calves are backgrounded there to 800 or 900 pounds. The lightest of them are grassed over the summer months. The Doerksens also custom feed other calves. Their own heifers are retained and those not kept for replacements are sold the following fall as bred heifers. About 90 per cent of the herd is Hereford-influenced. Why Hereford? Daniel admits that itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s partly to do with existing resources in his familyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s herd but he finds his Hereford and Hereford-influence cows to be good, productive mothers. He also appreciates that they are easy to work with. Danielâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s goal is to keep moderate, productive cows that arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t overly big (1,200 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 1,400 lbs). The Doerksens raise their own bulls

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rolled a few times. Luckily the cow pursued the horse, which stopped over the next hill. Ticked off at the time, he can now laugh at the story.

( EXPERIENCE HELPED TEACH $ANIEL HOW TO work with other people and how to “make it work”, through differences of opinion. Eastern Irrigation District, northwest of Brooks, Alberta. The operation has always consisted of cropland and cattle and through the generations, Daniel says the only thing that continues to change is the size and scale of the operation, which has expanded over the years. That being said, Daniel says his biggest challenge as the newest member of the farm and ranch operation is his ability to expand, the cost of land being the biggest limiting factor. But innovations sometimes trump expansion. Over the past seven years, they have added extended grazing practices, incorporating corn into crop rotations; the grain from which is used in the feedlot while crop residues are left in swaths for grazing. Daniel also gets excited about the potential for genomic testing to influence beef tenderness and other value traits. He has already done a lot of testing for the leptin gene. What would he change about the beef business in Canada today? Daniel says most of all he would like freer access for Canadian beef to all markets. If he had to have a different job, what would it be? Daniel says he would find work as a cattle buyer. Anything outside of agriculture is out of the question and he prefers not to sit in a tractor. The advice he offers to youngsters with an eye on a career in the cattle business? “Go for it,” he says. “There are a lot of opportunities in cattle and for the next five to 10 years in agriculture, the forecast is good.” Daniel himself can roll with the punches. On a lighter note, he shares one of the funniest things that ever happened to him. Checking cattle on horseback one day, one of the cows came out of nowhere and “smoked him,” he says. He went flying and

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was allowed to have one more calf before she hit the road. Daniel knows that most days, no matter the job, there is no other occupation that he can share with his kids and that is invaluable to him. He also has a healthy respect for what past generations have made possible for him. His grandparents Jake and Anne just retired into Strathmore this year and Daniel finds himself standing firmly in the boots of past generations.

Did the cow make the cull list? She

HILL 70 QUANTOCK RANCH

“Barn Burnin’ Bull Sale” Saturday, Feb. 2, 2012 at the Ranch, Lloydminster, AB

After taking a 23 year sabbatical for rest and study from actively showing cattle, we dusted off the equipment... the boys took charge for the 2012 World Hereford Conference. We are even more competitive than ever. The biggest difference in 23 years is that our concentration on commercial bull sales has increased our commercial bull trade 4 fold. We market 400 plus lower set, thick bulls per year to commercial cattle people, the nuts and bolts of the industry. Don’t just read the advertisement and wonder about the cattle 55 Horned & Polled Herefords (Two’s) and what we do – come see for 110 Red Angus (70 Two’s - 40 Yearlings) yourself. We would love 80 Black Angus (60 Two’s - 20 Yearlings) to have you. 75 Charolais (35 Two’s - 40 Yearlings) See you all Feb. 2, 2013.

50 Red & Black Angus X Simmentals (Yearlings - Fall Born)

Bill the Bull Guy

10 Red Angus X Gelbvieh (Two’s) 100 Commercial Females (Bred & Open & Young Cows)

1-800-665-7253 email: info@hill70quantock.com www.hill70quantock.com

Complete Sale Catalogue & Picture Library of Sale Bulls on our Website in January!

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OHA 2012 Commercial Cattlemen of the Year By Ron Wells O nt a rio H e refo rd A s s o ciatio n S e cret a r y- M a na g e r

Pasture Efficiency to Feedlot Performance White faces figure prominently on the diversified operations of

3ANDY 2IDGE 2ANCH Kevin and Kork Frieburger and family do not know what it is to live in a small way - managing over a 3,000-acre land base, a 1,000 sow farrow-to-finish operation, a broiler operation, a cow-calf herd and a feedlot in which they finish

maximum performance with minimum input. The present cowherd numbers are in excess of 550. Fifty percent of the herd is comprised of black baldies with the remainder being mainly black. The expansion of the

order to obtain maximum efficiency in Ontario with the fluctuating seasonal temperatures. Sandy Ridge Ranch has also incorporated a small purebred Hereford base for the purpose of raising its own Hereford herd sires.

The present cowherd numbers are in excess of 550. Fifty percent of the herd is comprised of black baldies with the remainder being mainly black. their own calves. Kevinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s philosophy seems to revolve around the fact that if you find something you like to do, you will never work a day in your life. Common sense, combined with new genetic technologies are working side-by-side on the Frieburger pastures in order to achieve

black baldie numbers is a result of the application of science and technology that has proven the economic benefit of heterosis. The cowherd winters outside, which is not common on Ontario operations. This is one deciding factor for the genetic make up of the herd in

The replacement heifers are handpicked from the calf crop and are wintered separately under a different program with some T.L.C. in preparation for a 60-day breeding season. Replacement heifer numbers vary each year from 50 to 75, resulting in the entire cowherd

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Ready to work for you Ron Wells, Kork and Kevin Friebuyers, Rob Flack

having been bred and raised on the ranch. In mid-March, the cowherd is moved to a calving area of rolling sandy hills where at times there can be 15 to 25 cows calving over a 24-hour period. The Hereford bull plays a significant role in the total bull battery of 25 to 30 bulls for the production of the black baldie cow, and plans are to expand on that program. Other bulls used are Charolais, Black Angus and a few Red Angus. Kevin gathers as much data as possible on these herd bulls that walk the pastures. The bull evaluation centres and the statistical and genomic data produced there are valuable in Kevin’s decision-making surrounding bull purchases. The feedlot is where the guesswork is taken out of the equation. Many producers never see their calves after they go through the sales barn and consequently don’t see the results of their breeding programs. Because all the Sandy Ridge livestock are managed under the same environment through to finishing, it allows them to see a much truer picture of the impact of genetics on the final product. Information gathered in the Frieburger feedlot, including carcass data, continually plays an important role in their herd management decisions. Kevin and Kork Frieburger and the Sandy Ridge Ranch families are no strangers to hosting farm tours, so they welcome the visit of fellow producers who find themselves in the area. The Ontario Hereford Association congratulates these commercial breeders for their significant contribution to the total beef industry in Ontario.

Are SELLING AT: MEDICINE HAT – March 12-13 & EAST CENTRAL BULL SALE – March 15 in Veteran

WINDIMUIR 89T STD LAD 34Y FE 11P Silver Standard 89T

SGC 101L Standard Lad 11P SGC 787 Standard Lass 22L

AMARADA SIlver Gen Lass 55P

DUNROBIN Silver ET 3H AMARADA Goldberg Xena Lass 4L

WINDIMUIR 32U LAD 143Y BP 192R Standard Lad 32U

BP 192R Standard Lad 32U K 65H Silver Lady 53N

BP 155T Ribstone Lady 38W

RIBSTONE 124P Lad 155T BP 171N Gen Robin Lass 49S

We very much enjoy your visit and will be pleased to show you the bulls and our cow herd.

Jim and Georgine Westgard

Phone (403) 676-2167

Cell (403) 664-9412 Email jgwestgard@netago.ca Box 27, Sibbald, Alberta T0J 3E0 2 1/2 mil (4 km) North of Hwy 9 at Sibbald on Rnge Rd 2-0

Hirsche Herefords & Angus Ltd.

Announces Their First Spring Bull Sale F e b r u a r y 1 9 th a t H i g h R i v e r a t 1 : 0 0 p . m . M S T

Selling 100 Two year old Hereford Bulls 30 Angus Bulls will be Offered by Silent Auction on Sale Day The Sale Includes ALL of the

9Anderson Family Hereford Bulls 9

Lot 49Y FA 71S BRITISHER 102W DA LADY BRITISHER ET 18L

Lot 94Y FA 109L BRITISHER 71S EPDs FA BRITISHER LADY ET 5P BW 5.4 B STARFIRE 61 FA BRITISHER LADY 65B WW 49.5

Top % of Breed 35%

YW 88.9 15% A personal pick as one of the top bulls is the offering and he comes by it naturally. His sire was a former Sale Feature and MILK 18.7 High Seller to Ridder Herefords in Nebraska. We kept an in TM 43.5 herd interest and have been real happy with the progeny we REA 0.35 30% have. 49Y is goggle eyed, thick, deep and looks good from every angle. His has a moderate 88 lb. birth weight combined with an MARB 0.03 in herd 110 Weaning Index and 111 Yearling Index. His dam is one of our top cows with 6 daughters that have been retained in our herd. She also produced a son for Eddie and Dace Cochlan at Stavely. 18Lbs udder was still nice and tight at 11 years old.

POLLED Lot 45Y 60

DA BRITISHER 121M DA LADY BRITISHER 32N CJH HARLAND 408 FA 408 BRITISHER LADY 127W FA BRITISHER LADY 56M DA 121M BRITISHER 105T

Top % of Breed

BW -1.6 1% If you are looking for a heifer bull that could leave some WW 44.3 super replacement females with tight udders, rich milk, extra YW 69.4 marbling, bred in low birth weights and calving ease all along with good hair, solid markings and adequate performance then MILK 24.5 15% this is a bull worth looking at. I thought enough of him and TM 46.7 30% his dam and pedigree to use him on a group of our own REA 0.22 replacement heifers. 94Y is moderate in frame, goggle eyed, good haired and combines an actual 65lb. birth weight with 104 MARB 0.25 5% Weaning and 103 Yearling Indexes. His Calving Ease and Birth Weight EPDs are both in the top 1% of the entire breed.

Lot 108Y P606 X RAMBO

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Lot 174Y

Lot 75Y

Lot 96Y

Lot 3Y

Lot 133Y

Lot 317Y

Lot 19Y

Lot 99Y

POLLED Lot 334Y

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THE ANDERSON HEREFORD ADVANTAGE STILL APPLIES

OUTSTANDING COWHERD: We demand our cows work for us, not us for them. Like you, we do not have time for poor udders, poor feet, poor performance or poor dispositions. We cull Hard! VALUE, QUALITY & QUANTITY: We are selling 70 of the top bulls out of the 350+ Registered Females we breed each year, that is only 45% of the bull calves born. Our bulls are only offered in our Production Sale, so all the best are here, not one has been sold. RANCH RAISED FOR RANCH CONDITIONS: We have never chased fads or lost sight of what makes the rancher money. We breed for calving ease, mothering ability, easy fleshing, soundness and fertility, longevity, natural thickness and carcass traits. We use our eye, common sense, performance records, ultra sound, customer feedback and the best genetics available. FREE DELIVERY within 300 miles OR take your bull sale day for a $100/HEAD CREDIT. SIGHT UNSEEN PROGRAM, visit with us about your needs and we guarantee the best possible bull for the best possible price. IF YOU DON’T LIKE HIM WE KEEP HIM.

For More information or Catalog Please Contact Us:

Hirsche Herefords and Angus LTD Grant & Annette Hirsche

#4-34 Southridge Drive, Okotoks, AB T1S 2G5

Phone: (403) 652-1173 – (403) 652-8254 Kevin Hirsche: (403)593-8232 Tom Elliot: (587) 297-7022 Email: owners@hirsche.com Directions to Ranch: 20 miles south of Calgary or 8 miles north of High River on Hwy 2, directly east of Highwood Auction Mart

Anderson Family Herefords Box 89 Aetna, Ab T0K 1Y0

Darryl Anderson: (403) 653-1385 Email: darryla@toughcountry.net

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AHA 2012 Commercial Cattlemen of the Year

4HE 3TORIES OF $ON 3AAR #ATTLE #O AND !LLAN 3AAR &ARMING ,4$ Herefords persist â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Past & Present The Alberta Hereford Association is pleased to present the 2012 Commercial Cattlemen of the Year award to brothers; Don Saar Cattle Co. Ltd. and Allan Saar Farming Ltd. The following is the Saarsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; story, recounted in their own wordsâ&#x20AC;Śâ&#x20AC;Śâ&#x20AC;Śâ&#x20AC;Śâ&#x20AC;Śâ&#x20AC;Ś.

Don Saar and Allan Saar

AT THE BEGINNING: Our parents, Art and Mae Saar, came to the family farm west of Big Valley in 1943. They started farming with 900 acres and a few head of Hereford cattle. Their children Don, Allan and Myrna were raised here. In these early years most bulls were bought at Lacombe and later at the Stettler Auction Mart when it was established. Some breeders that I recall Dad buying from were Stan & Gordon Jackson, Bernard and Edgar Scheerschmidt, George and Glenn Stankevich, Doug Westerlund, Bob Collins and Gordon Henderson. In these times most people didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have a lot of cows. So it was a common practice after having a bull for two years, to trade with a neighbour. From 900 acres in 1943, our operation has grown to 7000 acres at the present time. 1000 acres is tame hay, 1000 acres of crop land and the rest

is native pasture. Our parents retired in the early 1990`s, moving to Big Valley, where they resided until their passing. Allan and Noraâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Story: First of all, I would like to thank the Central Alberta Hereford Club for nominating us for the Commercial Cattlemen of the year award. This is truly a great honour and is greatly appreciated. I was born in 1944 and lived on the family farm west of Big Valley. My brother Don and I helped our parentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s farming operation all through the school years with open cab tractors, lots of square bales, picking rocks by hand, feeding and bedding feeders, cows and calves in the winter months with hayracks. By 1958 dad had a farmhand mounted on a

40 Cockshutt Tractor; at least then everything was put on the wagons and we only had to unload by hand. In 1965 good friends, Jim and Martha Robb, decided to retire and asked if I would like to buy their farm. It was 4 quarters for $20,000.00, 65 acres cultivated and the balance grass with a fair amount of poplar trees. I bought the land with Farm Credit and my life began raising cattle and grain, breaking land and picking rocks and roots. It took many years to build a herd going from zero to approximately 200 head by 1996. I bought replacement heifers from Dad and Mom and saved my own to build my predominately Hereford herd. In 1975, I bought a Charolais bull to cross with my Hereford cows producing tan heifers. After a few years, I bred these cows back to Hereford bulls and had good tan coloured calves to sell. I bought a dark red Hereford bull at the Lacombe Bull sale from Merle Wilson

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of Rainy Creek. This bull produced some of the nicest, best uddered cows that I could have asked for. In 1968 I acquired more land from the Sven Anderson family. We also decided to quit the morning and evening chores that comes with milking cows and so forth and dedicated our activities around the cow herd and grain farming. Dad, Don and I rented six quarters of Melnychyn land that provided us the land base to raise more grain. I met and married Nora Balcom, daughter of Biff and Geneva Balcom. Nora worked at Royal Bank in Big Valley. I have always thought that she said YES after she looked at my bank account. Just kidding! We lived in Big Valley for 11 years, had our first daughter, Rhonda, in March 1971 and our second daughter, Shannon, in March 1973. We built and moved west over the Big Valley Blue Church hill in March 1981. From 1965-1996 our family ran a mixed farming operation, 2000 cultivated acres of wheat, barley and greenfeed; brushing and seeding back to grass. I was buying my bulls at the Calgary Bull Sale, Stettler Bull Sale and Lacombe Bull Sale. We finished or backgrounded our own calves each year and I would buy 300 calves or yearlings each year. In the 1980’s Don and I would buy open cows every fall at Vold, Jones & Vold and the Stettler Auction Mart. We did quite well feeding cows until 2003 when BSE hit and that program was instantly terminated. In 1995 we started using Custom feeders for the yearlings; the past years I was using Calhoun’s but now and were averaging 4lbs per day for gain. At age 67, I am trying to slow down, no longer in the finishing market and enjoying the cows and grain side of the business. More grass is seeded this year for silage used for backgrounding and feed for the young cows. We started buying Angus bulls for the Hereford/Charolais cross heifers. This has been working well. I have also gone to backgrounding my calves and selling March/April. Nora worked for Royal Bank for 30 years before retiring in 2004. After being home for two years she started an antique store in Big Valley. She says I am the silent partner - - the

one with the cheque book. I would like to give a special thank you to Wayne Saar, Don’s son. He has been with us for more than 20 years and does most of the physical work. His is very mechanically inclined and does the welding and repair work.

Don, Gloria and Wayne’s Story: When I finished high school, I went to work on the oil rigs in B.C. The wages were the highest in B.C. at $2.25 per hour. It was all camp jobs; you went in November and got out of the camp the middle of March. I took the money I had made and waited until late spring and bought cows with calves. At that time a pair would sell for $105 to $135. I

also kept my own heifer calves to increase the breeding herd. I bought my first land in 1963 for $20,000. There was 200 acres cultivated; it was level, had very few rocks and was very good land. There have been many changes in farming and ranching throughout the years. As far as I’m concerned one of the greatest changes was when round bales came on the scene. Small square bales were very hard on the backs and bodies.

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I married Gloria in 1978 and she became part of our farming operation. Gloria is the coordinator; answering phone calls and getting calls lined up. By the early 1990`s we were up to 200 cows, Hereford and Hereford/ Charolais cross. My son, Wayne, has been working at the farm for 25 years. He has built up his own herd and land. Wayne plans to take over the company when Don and Gloria retire. I have fed feeder cattle for 45 years; the early years we fed at home, then I moved to custom feedlots. I fed at Calhouns’ for the last decade. You had good years and once in awhile a tough year. Finally in the fall of 2011, I decided to stop this practice; the main reason being the high cost of feeder cattle. I decided I would rather be a seller than a buyer. In the year 2002, the drought made us make the decision to cut back a little. I went down to 170 head of cows, feeling that another drought would not bother our operation as much. We sell the bigger steers and some heifers that we don’t keep, for replacements. The smaller steers and heifers are turned out on grass for the summer. These cattle are sold at Stettler Auction Mart and Innisfail Auction Mart. Feeder cows are still a part of our operation, nothing like it was in the 1980’s and 90’s, but we still feed around 150 each winter. Bulls are purchased at Calgary, Lacombe, and Veteran sales. Right now Allan and I have bulls from Rainy Creek Herefords (the Wilson’s), Corbeill Herefords, Fenton Hereford Ranch, Crone Herefords, Clarence and Duncan Peters, Matejka Farms, and Aryic Herefords from Saskatoon. From some of these breeders, we have two or more bulls. Herefords have definitely been the main breed in our herd. This year I will be breeding close to 200 females, of which 75% will be Hereford and the rest will be black/ white faces and Charolais cross.

BRETON WEST HEREFORDS

Our Bulls Sell in the 2013 Calgary Bull Sale on March 7th, the Lacombe Bull Sale on April 9th, and at home anytime

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Window to A New World A Canadian Genomics Perspective

By Catherine A. Brown

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Several research trials backed by the Canadian Hereford Association (CHA) focus on the expanding field of genomics and most of these projects overlap and influence one another. For the average breeder or layperson, the scientific jargon can be a bit like quicksand. It’s not difficult to sink in the quagmire – in the complexity of the scientific details, that is. The results are now almost tangible though. We therefore offer the following recap, in simplified terms. From the scientists to the labs to the participation of Canadian breed associations, the Canadian beef industry has remained on the cutting edge of developments in the field of bovine genomics. Over the next year and beyond, genetic evaluations will be that much more accurate and traits which breeders could not inf luence through traditional selection methods may now stand to finally be influenced. Just A Little History “Not that long ago, DNA sequencing was expensive and slow. The draft human genome [its entire DNA sequence] was published less than 10 years ago after more than a decade of effort and billions of dollars,” as detailed in the fall 2012 Gentec newsletter. The genetic sequence of the first cow – that of a Hereford – was first published in 2009. It was the result of international collaboration of 300 scientists and took six years. “Today, we are sequencing bulls for less than $10,000 in our Genome Canada Project,” says Gentec. “Soon, it

will be possible to sequence a genome in just one day and for less than $1,000.” The challenge now is collecting as many phenot y p es (v i sible characteristics) as possible and crossreferencing them to substantiate the genomic data. As more cattle are tested, the cost of DNA testing continues to fall. The following are four projects in which the CHA is involved: 1. The Canadian Cattle Genome Project Led by Dr. Stephen Miller of the University of Guelph, this project set out to determine the location of genes that affect phenotypes for 10 breeds of cattle, by breed. While most of the genotyping and sequencing has been completed for the Simmental and Limousin breed, the CHA continues to support scientists in their quest to gather genetic samples of the most influential Herefords in the breed. A sample has been obtained of Remitall Keynote 20X, the bull determined to be the most influential sire in the Hereford breed in Canada. But Miller and his team still require additional samples from influential sires which have been listed on the CHA’s website (see sidebar article) and in a mailing to the general membership earlier this year. 2. The Canadian Hereford 50K SNP Panel A 50K SNP (50,000 Single Nucleotide Poly mor ph isms – one of t he smallest possible differences in the DNA between two organisms) panel specifically derived from

our Canadian Hereford population will best represent our genetics here. It will bring breeders closer to finding and improving genetic traits that are difficult to select through conventional means because they are less heritable (such as fertility, disease resistance, temperament and meat quality, to name a few). Results will enable researchers to develop Molecular Breeding Values (MBVs), which will be blended with existing EPDs to make the latter more predictable. The result will also be higher accuracies on EPDs for younger animals. And the higher the accuracies, the less likely EPDs are to change, over time. About 1,000 to 1,500 animals are needed for a meaningful panel, at a cost of about $300,000. The Canadian Hereford Association is working with Dr. Dorian Garrick of Iowa State University to develop this panel. In the future, breeding animals will be able to be profiled on a less dense SNP panel and the existing genomic database will allow the calculation of a 50K panel for that same animal, making the future of genomic profiling increasingly more affordable. 3. Residual Feed Intake Trial While largely independent of the genomics research, the Canadian Hereford Association is working w it h Olds College, Cat t leland Feedyards, the University of Alberta and Livestock Gentec, to measure Canadian Hereford bulls for feed efficiency and to develop a Residual Feed Intake (RFI) EPD, using both phenotypes and genotypes.

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A total of 900 bull calves, sourced from breeders across Canada, will be tested over a three-year period. This project overlaps other genomic research projects in that DNA samples fro the Canadian Cattle Genome Project and the Canadian Hereford 50K panel will be soureced from all 900 of these bulls. 4. Adoption of SNP Technology for Parentage Verification Officially accepted and passed at Novemberâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s CHA annual general meeting is the CHAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s proposal to adopt SNP technology for parentage verification and abnormality testing, to replace the current technology of microsatellite platforms. This involves a change of laboratory from Maxxam Labs to GenServe and dissolving the current contract in

place with Maxxam. The American Hereford Association moved to SNP technology in June of 2012 and is using GeneSeek as its lab of choice. GeneSeek has signed a collaborative agreement with GenServe to offer the same SNP tests, which will allow the CHA to use a Canadian lab and eliminate the need for re-testing or the possibility of any artificial trade barriers. The electronic transfer of data from GenServe is expected to be more efficient for CHA office staff and for our membership in terms of processing genetic work more quickly. The adoption of SNP technology also offers breeders a horned/polled test, which is 100 per cent accurate, whereas the test from Maxaam is

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only 92.5 per cent accurate. The objective is to have the move and adoption of SNP technolog y as seamless as possible and at no extra cost to the members. The move is also expected to create a wealth of data that can be used to help accelerate the genetic improvement in breeding cattle with desirable traits like feed efficiency, docility and increased health. Maxaam Labs requires four monthsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; notice before the change can be complete.

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s /#4/"%2 n BULL CALVES IN 2&) TRIAL TO BE GENOTYPED s $%#%-"%2 n ! COMPLETE LIST OF SIRES FROM THE #ANADIAN #ATTLE 'ENOME 0ROJECT ##'0 TO BE SUBMITTED TO #(! members to solicit genetic samples from the 2,700 bulls identified on the list, as well as samples from their most influential herd sires (maximum of 5). GenServe and Maxaam have already identified all the sires they have banked. s *!.5!29 n MORE BULL CALVES IN THE 2&) TRIAL TO BE GENOTYPED s /#4/"%2 n ,AST OF BULLS TO BE GENOTYPED UNDER THE ##'0 4HIS WILL INCLUDE APPROXIMATELY (EREFORD genotypes (polled & horned), plus 200 additional bulls from the RFI trial. s 9%!2 %.$ n 4HERE WILL BE A MINIMUM OF AND A POSSIBILITY OF (EREFORD GENOTYPES ACQUIRED AT THIS point. This is enough to begin producing a 50K training panel to produce Genetically-Enhanced EPDs. The 50K panel can be completed in a week once there are enough animals genotyped to do so. The year-end is also estimated to signify the end of the transition to SNP parentage testing. s *5.% n 4HE lRST RUN OF #ANADIAN VERIlED '% %0$S MAY BE RELEASED IF THEY ARE NOT RELEASED EARLIER

APPEAL TO ALL BREEDERS! SIRE SUGGESTIONS NEEDED FOR ADDITIONAL GENOTYPE SAMPLES! The genomics research projects supported by the Canadian Hereford Association (CHA) require multiple samples of Canadian Hereford cattle genotypes. (See article above and article in October edition of the Digest: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Herefords & the Canadian Cattle Genome Projectâ&#x20AC;?). To build the best training panel for CHA breeders, we must use the most influential animals within our breed with highest expected progeny average (EPD) accuracies, to allow for the best possible genomic predictions. Please visit the CHA website: www.hereford.ca and look under the Cattle Business drop-down menu, to find the 50K genotyping list, labelled â&#x20AC;&#x153;Genotypingâ&#x20AC;?. On that list are the influential animals for which we have genetic samples and which we will genotype. There is also a list of all the active sires from the past three years which may get genotyped. If you would like to ensure that a sire is genotyped, contact me at jeff@hereford.ca or at 403-275-2662 and I will see if the animal is eligible to be added to the list. Since there will be some cattle in Canada that arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t impacted as much by those influential animals on the list, we ask that breeders with closed herds or herds not genetically connected to the animals listed, also contact me. If you believe that you have animals that wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be represented by the published list, in other words, please feel free to contact me. The criteria for choosing which additional sires to genotype include being born after the year 2000 and having at least 20 progeny. Bulls whose sires are already on the 50K genotyping list will not be considered. 69

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Scott Pahl 403-548-2356 403-580-9908 pahl.livestock@xplornet.com

Buffalo Jump Farms Ross Ranches CALRT Ken &Tyler Haraga XTC Herefords Keith & Tim Hendrickson Ron Aerndt Hadwin Cattle Co

Randy & Terry Stokke Toby Knudson Scott Robinson Jack Osadczuk Ken Friemark B Hills Farmin Don Moorhead Cactus Coulee Ranch

Dan Pahl 403-548-8112 403-548-1614 dan@pahl-livestock.com Box 245, Medicine Hat T1A 7E9

Ellis Ranch Dorn Reis Fahlman Cattle Co Lynn Fowlie Clinton Phaff B Hills Farming Neiman Ranching

LeRay Pahl 403-548-6626 403-580-9906

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EPDs BW: 5.4 WW: 41.4 YW: 67.6 Milk: 12.6 TM: 33.3

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Tucson is a very well balanced bull out of one of our top cows - 85M. She has had 9 calves, we have kept all of the daughters with the bulls consistently at the top of their crop.

Tornado is a long thick stylish bull with that extra performance. His WW and YW indexes of 115 and 113 put him right at the top of this bull crop. As well his carcass REA of +66 puts him in the top 5% of the breed. This bull will really add pounds and improve carcass traits.

XTC JUGGERNAUT 107Y

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EPDs BW: 2.8 WW: 47.2 YW: 78.8 Milk: 13.0 TM: 36.6

EPDs BW: 6.4 WW: 41.9 YW: 73.8 Milk: 11.5 TM: 32.5

Juggernaut is just a May bull, but has been one of our favorites all along. He is long, deep ribbed and thick made. The 53T cow is one of our best, her last years calf topped our Medicine Hat sale string. This herd bull prospect has the look, the numbers, and the maternal background to put it all together.

Super Red is a calf that has looked great since birth. Sired by Kleins 22T bull that worked so well for Conways. This calf has a great mom and a super nice disposition to match. Check him out!

To see more please visit our website at www.xtcherefords.com and www.medicinehatbullsale.com

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Tim and Keith Hendrickson King Ranches Colin Kunzli McIntyre Ranching MN Herefords Harold Oddan

One - Four Research Station Pine Ranch Pipeline Grazing Rice Cattle Co Ross Ranches George Schultz

Chad Skager Texas Stardance Cattle Co Wilson Colony Jim and Mitch Zeller

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Blaine Hudec Jonomn Hereford Ranch Rodger King Lamb Herefords Mark Law Lilybrook Herefords Inc. M & H Ranch and Feedlot Inc. McClintock Ranch Allen & Jean Minchau Misty Valley Farms Newton Herefords Corbiell Herefords Barry Schorr Gary Seutter Brad Stensrud Watergrove Ranches XTC Hereford Farms

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RUSSIA STORY Young Canadian Hereford breeder Jamie O’Shea’s year in Russian cattle country By Cathy Lasby The road leading Jamie O’Shea f rom Gr anton, Ontar io, to a once-ina-l ifet ime employ ment opportunity on a farm in Russia began back in 1993. Jamie was 20 years old and that was when he purchased his first registered Herefords from Earl McEachren and became a member of the Canadian Junior Hereford Association (CJHA). Jamie admits to being pretty green when he competed at his first Ontario Junior Hereford Beef-a-Rama and then the Canadian Junior Hereford Bonanza in Quebec but it was an influential beginning to his future career. It was at these shows that Jamie quickly found mentors in people like Tom Davidson of Ilderton, Ontario and Dave Hasson of Ariss, Ontario. As Jamie’s involvement in purebred cattle circles increased, so did his circle of Hereford friends. Ultimately, when Ontario CHA director Dr. Wally Pugh and Burt Grundy were at the Golden

opportunity would not come along again and he sure didn’t want to regret missing this experience. Still, the decision didn’t come without some apprehension. Going to a foreign country where he didn’t know anyone and didn’t speak the language, caused more than a little concern. Leaving his own cattle for a year also made the decision difficult but thanks to friends and family, he was able to maintain his growing Hereford herd. Jamie talks about making this lifechanging decision: “I felt like I had to give them an answer right away and that I’d better get my bags packed immediately.” But then he waited for seven months while the contract details and paperwork were being finalized.

The contract, written by the owner’s lawyers in Moscow, detailed their expectations of Jamie. They included increased calf crop percentages and many other technical improvements. But as Jamie soon found out, the farm was not nearly equipped and progressive enough to achieve these goals. “I’m glad I didn’t know any more details before I made my decision because maybe I would not have gone”. In July 2011, Jamie travelled to the Verhnevolzhsky Cattle Breeding Farm in Tver Region, located six hours northwest of Moscow, Russia. While Jamie found the city of Moscow to be as modern and cosmopolitan as cities in North America, he was not

Leaving his own cattle for a year also made the decision difficult but thanks to friends and family, he was able to maintain his growing Hereford herd. Show in Moscow and were asked to recommend a beef herd manager, it was Jamie they recommended. The one-year offer of employment came from Bill Young of International Genetics, Coldwater, Ontario. The decision to accept the offer was a fairly easy one, as Jamie felt such an

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prepared for some of the primitive living conditions he observed in the countryside. He quickly discovered that the people were “either rich or poor---but no one in the middleclass”. The property on which he worked had been transfor med from a private hunting camp to a beef cattle farm. While a small hunting camp remains, the goal of the farm has been to develop a purebred beef cattle breeding operation. Over the years, the Government has encouraged agricultural development through the availability of grants and loans. Today, the farm is definitely more modern than any other farm in the area. It is one of 17 properties owned

suitable for grain crops so hay and pasture are the primary crops. There are 20 homes plus the owner’s home on the farm. Over 200 men and women are employed on the farm. In addition to the people hired to work with the cattle, the crops, cut wood and do landscaping, accountants, veterinarians, mechanics, cooks and administrative workers were employed. Jamie worked with 20 barn staff, the most reliable of which, he says, were women.. While the farm is privately owned, it is managed like a communal farm. The average worker on the farm makes between $200 and $300 per month but the cost of food is similar

not believe that one person could have knowledge and experience with crops, machinery, general farm management and cattle, to boot. Jamie encouraged farm workers to begin pasture rotations to improve the productivity of both the crops and the cattle. Among the approximately 1,800 purebred beef cows, most of which were Canadian purebred Angus and Simmental and some resulting crossbreds, Jamie found good cattle with good bloodlines but they were not managed in a way for the cattle to achieve their full potential. After studying the herd and learning about the existing 50% calving rate, Jamie felt the first step was to cull the

While Jamie found the city of Moscow to be as modern and cosmopolitan as cities in North America, he was not prepared for some of the primitive living conditions he observed in the countryside. to Canadian prices. As a result, most of the people Jamie worked with on the farm are considered poor. Their priorities tend to be vodka, cigarettes and food. They depend on their gardens to suppor t their food needs. Their living c o n d it i o n s w o u l d be considered substandard in Canada small shacks with dirt floors and heated with wood. “BUT,” Jamie e mp h a s i z e s , “ t h e people were happy with their way of life.” O n a r r iv a l, Ja m ie quickly determined that to attain the goals 7\SLFDO WUXFN DQG WUDLOHU XVHG IRU OLYHVWRFN D PRGLÀHG set for him and the farm, he had to dump truck or cargo truck. gain the trust and respect of his coworkers, who were skeptical. by a gentleman living in Moscow “Here was a young Canadian guy whose major business interests are in who couldn’t even speak their media publications. language and who wanted to bring During his year at the farm, Jamie in changes”, he said. But Jamie only met the owner once when he says he did gain their trust over flew in on his helicopter for a day for time and those he worked closest meetings. Jamie doubts that anyone with agreed that the recommended knows exactly how much land is changes would be beneficial for the involved in the farming operations workers and the farm. Because each there but concludes that it is many employee had his and her own very thousands of acres. The land is not specific responsibility, they could

inefficient cows. But even though some cows had not calved in three years, he was told that he could not cull anything that was bred because it was against the law to send any cattle to slaughter that might be bred. About 300 cows were culled during the year. By improving the condition of the cows through nutrition, better herdsmanship skills and herd health alone, the calving rate increased to 95%. Ja m ie worked w it h t he fou r veterinarians on staff to develop sound herd management protocols. A well-stocked medications room provided all the necessary treatment supplies but early diagnosis was an obvious challenge. Another major problem was the manner in which the employees worked with the cattle. Because they were afraid of them, the workers thought the only way to handle the cattle was to chase them and holler at them. Jamie made changing their handling tactics a priority. At the end of Jamie’s time at the farm, he gave the workers a written, oral and practical exam on cattle handling. All the workers did well but Jamie fears they will revert to their old ways when the internal management resumed. Changing feeding protocols was also a priority. Feed mixers were used to prepare rations but the workers

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The property on which he worked had been transformed from a private hunting camp to a beef cattle farm. While a small hunting camp remains, the goal of the farm has been to develop a purebred beef cattle breeding operation.

Jamie with guard at gate entrance of Verhnevolzhsky Cattle Breeding Farm (Guards are stationed at all gate entrances)

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would dump the feed all in one pile so that cattle had to fight for feed. They could not understand the i mp or t a nce Ja m ie placed on spreading the feed out in the fe e d m a ng e r s s o that all cattle had an oppor tunit y to eat consistently and stress-free. Workers quest ioned such changes and seemed to lack the initiative to source problems and find the necessary solutions, until they eventually witnessed the improvements. While some of the cattle handling equipment was similar to that used in North America, much of it was homemade and very rudimentary, making it difficult to process cattle for routine herd health and identification work. Both Jamie and the Farm Manager spent considerable time tr ying to convince the Head Office in Moscow that the right changes and improvements were being recommended or made. When staff changes were needed, the office required considerable justification. The owner wanted to cut expenses and this was usually done in areas that were detrimental to the cowherd. Mineral had been cut from the budget – and from herd rations - for the previous two years. Jam ie conv i nced them to re-introduce mineral to the herd. Consideration is also now being g iven to re-introducing a feedlot to the farm. Jamie encountered significant resistance to t he concept of crossbreeding when he attempted t o e x pl a i n ho w Herefords might help improve efficiencies on their commercial

operations. (Neither was Jamie able to see any imported Herefords from North America during his time in Russia, explaining that the industry is very closed, relative to the beef industry here, with few if any avenues to connect with other breeders and farms.) The farm will continue to develop its Angus herd but it may eventually phase out its Simmental herd. Jamie believes that the herd’s genetic base is strong and that if his selection and performance testing recommendations are followed, the herd will make progress. The challenge, he says, may be in the day-to-day management of the cattle. Jamie continues to marvel at the great opportunity he was given. Not speaking the language was perhaps the greatest challenge but he was certainly thankful that a full-time interpreter was provided. “I had a great translator who had studied English for four years and even spent a year in the United States,” he says. “The only problem I had was getting her to understand the difference between Canada and the United States.” Much of Jamie’s spare time was spent on the internet in order to keep in touch with family and friends. There were only two stations on the television - both Russian. Spending some spare time to tour the country was also an adventure. With the help of his translator, he was able to travel to Russia’s major cities and to several farm shows. While the Agricultural Shows were extremely interesting, Jamie discovered that they were attended by investors and not the general farm population. He saw this as another reason for the disconnect in education and training for the farm workers. While visiting the Farm Show, Jamie also met with representatives of Grand Valley Fortifiers – a livestock feed company based in Cambridge, Ontario - who were selling feed to far ms in Russia, including Verhnevolzhsky Cattle Breeding Farms. Since his return to Canada, Jamie has begun a new career with Grand Valley Fortifiers, which may just take him back to Russia someday.

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2012 ~ A Successful Show Year

BCD 602U KENZIE 217Z

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BCD 902W WAPEKA LASS 115Y

2012 Agribtion Res. Champion Junior Female

BCD 602U XYLIA 085X 2012 Agribition Res. Champion Senior Female

T-BAR-K 326N NEW EDITION 140Y

2012 Agribition Res. Champion Junior Bull

For a complete listing of Dallas bulls entered at Calgary, see www.calgarybullsale.com

Bulls & Heifers For Sale By Private Treaty At All Times. Now breeding Horned and Polled Herefords. Stop in when you’re driving by. We’re right on Hwy #2!

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The Right to Claim Renewed hope is found in a recent Supreme Court ruling about claiming farm losses By Catherine A. Brown Part-time farmers may now claim legitimate far m losses w it hout restriction, since a key Supreme Court ruling was reversed in August. This gives “greater leeway to taxpayers involved in farming activities in combination with other professional or business income, to fully deduct the farm losses they incur,” according to an article by Jeff Buckstein in a mid-October edition of The Bottom Line News, a magazine for Canadian accounting and financial professionals. According to Buckstein, the recent ruling “has sent reverberations throughout the legal, accounting and farming communities.” Larry Hemeryck, a certified general accountant practicing in Simcoe,

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Ontario, is cited in the article as saying that “as far as professional tax preparers go, we’re now looking at this saying that’s a landmark case for allowing legitimate farming operations to claim full losses against other income.” On August 1st, 2012, the Supreme Court of Canada (SCC) overruled its 34-year-old decision in Moldowan vs. The Queen [1978], thereby setting aside an interpretation of the restricted farm loss provisions of the Income Tax Act. In a September newsletter by global accounting firm, Ernst & Young, past restrictions are outlined. Jennifer Smith details in this report that “the limitation [was] applie[d] when the taxpayer’s ‘chief source of income for a taxation year [was] neither farming nor a combination

of farming and some other source of income.’” When the limitation applied, the maximum farming loss that could be deducted in a year has been $8,750. As the newsletter explains, the test to determine whether a taxpayer’s chief source of income was farming or a combination of farming and something else, was traditionally answered by the framework determined by the SCC in the Moldowan case. Three classes of farmers were outlined as follows: 1. A taxpayer for whom farming may reasonably be expected to provide the bulk of income or the centre of work routine. Such a taxpayer is not subject to the restrictions in section 31 of the Income Tax Act.

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Part-time farmers may now claim legitimate farm losses without restriction, since a key Supreme Court ruling was reversed in August. 2. A taxpayer who does not look to farming for his or her livelihood but carries on farming as a sideline business. Such a taxpayer is subject to the section 31 limitations (i.e. a maximum farming loss claim of $8,750). 3. A taxpayer whose farming activities are a hobby. In these c i rc umst ances, t he fa r m i ng activities are not considered to be a source of income and therefore any losses are not deductible. T h e s e c o n d c at e g o r y h a s received considerable criticism and misinterpretation over the years, according to the Ernst & Young newsletter. There has also reportedly been a significant amount of litigation concerning the proper application of section 31. “While the taxation implications for those in the first and third groups remain essentially unchanged, the Federal Court of Appeal ruling in Gunn versus Canada [2006] F.C.J. No. 1256 began to change the landscape for those involved in farming activities in combination with other ventures,” according to Buckstein’s report.

As Buckstein explains, Douglas Gunn was a lawyer and part-time farmer for more than 30 years when he tried to claim farm losses in 1997, 1998 and 1999, which the Canada Revenue Agency restricted under section 31. “The Tax Court of Canada dismissed Gunn’s appeal of his reassessment, but the appeal court allowed it,” he says. While several subsequent lower court decisions regarding restricted farm losses have followed suit, this was the first to go to the Supreme Court. In Gunn’s case, his far ming activities were determined to be more than a sideline business. Factors taken into consideration were income ear ned, capital invested, and time spent in each enterprise. Also considered were Gunn’s farming history, and his future intentions and expectations. As reported, it found that the taxpayer devoted “a material amount of capital and a very significant part of his daily work routine to the farming business…” Allan Marshall of Maritimes-based Allan Marshall & Associates Inc. is a Licensed Trustee in Bankruptcy and a well-known Canadian Hereford

breeder. He says he has been waiting for this legal clarification for a long time. Taxpayers in legitimate farm businesses attempting to make a profit should be allowed to claim full losses, despite the fact that farming may not be their predominant enterprise, he says. And now they can. “You still need to have your ‘I’s dotted and ‘T’s crossed,” says Marshall, indicating the need to have the proper documentation of business activities in place. A s O nt a r io CG A a nd fa r m newspaper columnist John Parsons is cited as saying, “We practitioners still have to make a decision based on many factors, but no longer do we have to weigh the implications of which of two sources of income is the predominant one if both are significant endeavours.” The recent ruling, suffice it to say, will continue to be appreciated by farmers and their accountants alike.

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The Canadian Hereford Association Regulations Governing Artificial Insemination A.I. regulations only apply to semen collected in Canada or imported into Canada and govern the registration of resulting offspring in Canada. Interpretation In interpreting and applying these regulations, decisions of the Canadian Hereford Association shall be final and binding on all persons associated with the practice of artificial insemination of registered Hereford cattle. The Canadian Hereford Association shall not be responsible for any contracts or agreements made between breeders and/or inseminating organizations. General To register animals conceived in Canada by artificial insemination, the sire and dam must be registered with the Canadian Hereford Association and the following regulations must be adhered to: Period Between Service Dates to Different Sires When a breeder is recording actual service dates (A.I. or hand bred), then 17 days must elapse before the female is bred to or exposed to a different bull. Where females are being pasture bred, 21 days must elapse between the time one bull is removed from the herd and another is turned in. Mixing of Semen Mixing of semen or breeding cows to different bulls (including donor dams) will require sire confirmation by DNA on the progeny before registration. NOTE: DNA on the progenyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s dam may be necessary. Reporting Services at Time of Transfer When a female has been inseminated, hand bred or exposed to one or more bulls, the complete service information must be reported on the application of transfer. A parentage test may be required as a prerequisite to registration of a resultant offspring if calf is born between services and it shall be the responsibility of the seller of the animal to bear the cost of such parentage testing. Semen Interest in a Hereford Bull CHA records all owners, including those with a semen interest in a bull, on the certificate of registration. Sample Parentage Testing of Registered Animals Conceived by Artificial Insemination The Canadian Hereford Association may, at any time, require a parentage test of an animal born as a result of artificial insemination. The Canadian Hereford Association shall be responsible for selection of the animals and laboratory charges.

Sale of a Hereford Bull Permitted under the Semen Certificate Program Disclosure of semen and/or certificates retained is the responsibility of the seller. Upon transfer of a bull the new owner(s) will be notified of the current A.I. Sire Permit status by the seller. Lease of a Bull A bull cannot be leased for AI purposes. Natural Service Sires Effective January 01, 2005, all walking bulls must have a DNA profile on file at the Canadian Hereford Association, in order that calves born on or after January 01, 2006, may be registered. Registration of Calves Conceived from Bulls on the Semen Certificate Program Non owners, using semen of an AI Sire, permitted under the Semen Certificate program, must furnish a semen certificate at the time of registration. Sale of Females Bred AI to Non-owned Sires Semen certificates must be furnished at the time of transfer if service sire is on the Semen Certificate program. A.I. Sire Permit 1. Effective January 1, 1990, sires of all calves conceived by artificial insemination in Canada must be AI Sire Permitted before the resultant progeny may be registered with the Canadian Hereford Association noting the following exception: Recorded owner(s) of sires born prior to January 1, 1990 may register progeny conceived by artificial insemination, in their own name(s) without the bull being A.I. Sire Permitted. 2. An A.I. Sire Permit is issued by the Canadian Hereford Association in the name of the bull. Bulls may be permitted under the : A. Semen Certificate Program, where all non- owners require Canadian semen certificates to register resultant offspring. B. Non Semen Certificate Program, where semen certificates are not required to register resultant offspring. C. In-Herd AI Sire Permit (semen will not be sold). If the ownership on the Certificate of Registration is no more than 4 owners, then the recorded owner(s) of the AI Sire(s) may designate members of his/her immediate family (wife, husband, son, daughter), the right to use AI Sires, provided the animals are maintained as a breeding unit. The relationship to the owner(s) must be provided on the prescribed AI Sire Permit application. 3. Owners of AI Permitted sires may at any time request a list of all progeny registered from their bull for a fee of $50 (plus GST/HST). 4. To obtain an AI Sire Permit, the owner(s) must apply to the Canadian Hereford Association on the prescribed application form. Parentage testing requirements shall

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be as follows: A. All AI sires must be parentage tested by means of DNA B. Any AI sire born on or after January 1, 1985 must be parentage tested, confirming that the bull in question qualifies to both the recorded sire and dam. C. In cases where a parentage test cannot be completed, the Pedigree Committee must rule on the eligibility of the animal. 5. Permit Fee: Applicable fees apply. 6. Owners may change bulls from the Semen Certificate to the Non Semen Certificate program if endorsed by all current owners and by completing a new AI Sire Permit and paying the prescribed fee. (Bulls permitted AFTER January 01, 2005, may switch to the Non Certificate Program at no charge.) Bulls may not be transferred from the Non Certificate program to the Semen Certificate program. 7. The CHA Board reserves the right to cancel any or all AI Sire Permits. 8. Owners of AI Permitted Sires extend to the Canadian Hereford Association the right to publish an annual listing of the sires and their current performance statistics. Issuing of Semen Certificates 1. Semen Certificates will be issued by the Canadian Hereford Association to the recorded Canadian owner(s) and/or Semen Sales Agent as designated on the AI Sire Permit. NOTE: The Semen Sales Agent must be a member of the Canadian Hereford Association. 2. Applicable fees will apply to Semen Certificates. 3. Semen Certificates are issued in duplicate. The top portion is for the semen user and the bottom is to be retained on file by the designated Semen Sales Agent and/or recorded Canadian owners and shall be open to inspection by the CHA. 4. The Pedigree Committee can issue semen certificates where they are otherwise unobtainable from the bull owner. The user of the semen certificate(s) will be responsible for all fees. Neither the Pedigree Committee nor the CHA Board of Directors has the authority to issue a semen certificate when the sire owner/agent is available. Selling Semen Certificates 1. The CHA Board of Directors strongly recommends to those selling semen to supply one Certificate with every two doses of semen. 2. The CHA Board of Directors reserves the right to cancel the issuing of semen certificates at any time. Semen Collection 1. It is the responsibility of the owner(s) of the AI Sire to have the AI Sire Permit issued, as set out in the section dealing with AI Sire Permits, prior to release of semen in Canada. 2. It is the duty of all businesses to see that technicians employed understand the responsibilities entailed in the artificial breeding of purebred cattle and that they are thoroughly familiar with these CHA Regulations.

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conditions: 1. The AI sire must be registered in the Canadian Hereford Association. Bulls whose semen was imported into Canada before July 9, 1987 will be registered under the name of the foreign owners whereas bulls whose semen was imported on or after July 9, 1987 must be registered to a Canadian owner resident in Canada. 2. It is the responsibility of the owner(s) of the AI Sire to have met the AI Sire Permit rules prior to importation of semen into Canada. 3. Confirmation from Agriculture Canada that the semen was imported into Canada are filed with the Canadian Hereford Association. 4. The Canadian owner/importer of an AI sire needs to be aware that a semen sample must be provided to Maxxam Labs for a genetic abnormality screening test. Any bull that is found to be a carrier of the Diluter, Idiopathic Epilpsy and/or Hypotricosis genetic abnormalities, will be reported on the CHA website and in the Canadian Hereford Digest. The semen sample needs to be submitted prior to any semen being used in an A.I. program by a CHA member. The CHA office will assist the Canadian owner/importer in the adherence to this policy and submissions of any semen sample. Appendix: Semen Interest/Semen Rights – Ownership in a bull which only provides the right to sole or joint semen management of that bull. Possession – Ownership in a bull which allows sole or joint natural use of a bull.

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The Canadian Hereford Association Regulations Governing The Registration of Embryo Transfer Calves Born in Canada 1. General: a. It is the responsibility of the owner of the donor dam, to ensure that the rules and regulations governing collection and transfer of embryos of the Canadian Hereford Association are followed. b. Canadian Hereford Association Certificates of Registration are issued on the basis that all information presented is accurate. c. Prior to embryos being collected in Canada both the donor dam and service sire must be registered in the Canadian Hereford Herd Book. d. Mixing of semen or breeding donor dams or separate cows to different bulls is allowed. e. Only embryos from the same mating are to be stored together in the same ampoule or straw. f. Donor and recipient dams must not be exposed to a different sire for at least 17 days following the embryo collection or implant date. g. For embryos, both parents must have a DNA genotype on file with the association. 2. Donor Dam Permit: Owner(s) of donor dams being collected on or after 1 January 2000 are required to apply for a Donor Dam Permit. The application form is available from the CHA office and the permit fee is $100.00 plus GST. Permits must be issued prior to registering the resulting calves. 3. Embryo Transfer Report Forms: Canadian Embryo Transfer Association (CETA) forms which report the breeding and service information, collection and freezing of embryo(s), and transfer of embryo to recipient dam are to be retained for members’ own records. These forms are no longer required at the CHA office before registration. 4. ALL ET calves must be parentage verified by DNA before registration, beginning January 1st , 2010. 5. Sale of Embryo (no charge): Ownership of embryos may be transferred from the owner of the donor dam to a subsequent owner(s) by completing a “Sale of Embryo” form or an “Application for Embryo Movement”. 6. Registration of Embryo Transfer Calves: (conceived in Canada) a. To register the resultant calf, the applicant shall provide the Association with a completed CHA application for registration. b. ALL ET calves must be parentage verified by DNA before registration.

c. When the breeder is not the owner of the service sire: i. For AI services, the appropriate authorization is required, ii. for natural service, the signature of the owner is required approving the registration of the resulting calves. d. The breeder recorded on the certificate of registration is the owner of the donor dam at time of breeding. e. The owner recorded on the certificate of registration is the owner of the donor dam at the time the calf was born unless a Sale of Embryo form indicates otherwise. 7. Imported Embryos: To register animals born in Canada from imported embryo(s), the Canadian owner of the embryo must provide the Canadian Hereford Association with a completed embryo transfer report, confirming collection and sale of embryo, along with the following export documentation from the country of origin’s registry office. a. Copy of the parents’ DNA reports. b. Copy of parents’ registration certificates verifying that they are registered in the country of origin. c. Five generation pedigree of both parents. d. Authorization to use the service sire by its owner. Note: Imported embryos also require a complete parentage test confirming that both sire and dam are confirmed by DNA. 8. Exported Embryos The following export documentation shall be provided for embryos exported to World Hereford Council member countries: a. duplicate certificate of registration of both parents b. extended 5-generation pedigree of both parents c. copy of the DNA report of parents d. confirmation of sale of embryo to foreign purchaser

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Phone: 403-553-2687 Cell: 403-330-6490

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By the time you read this, the first round of year-one bulls The next weights were taken on January 3rd. involved in the feed efficiency trial will just be finishing up The CHA and the Hereford Breed Improvement Committee (January 24th). The second round of bulls will be officially would like to thank the following breeders who participated starting the trial. in year-one of the trial: The bulls arrive for their warm-up period January 3rd to BC Richardson Ranch SK LV Farms Ltd. 4th and officially start the trial January 31st. The bulls have Courtenay Herefords Phantom Creek Livestock been performing very well so far. Gains look good and the John & Dorothy McElroy Jeff & Kristina Just cattle don’t seem to be putting on too much flesh. Actual Copper-T Ranch Randy Wagner feed efficiency data from the trial’s first group of bulls will Michael Volk Lone Pine Cattle Services become available in February. AB Lilybrook Herefords MB ABH Farms Some data has been revealed from day 28 of the trial, XTC Herefords AM Ranching however. They are as follows: Lamport Polled Herefords Guilford Hereford Ranch

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BONANZA LEGACY FUND The Bonanza Legacy Fund is a new fund created to provide ongoing educational development of youth in beef production and life skills, through the support of the annual Bonanza event, sponsored by the Canadian Hereford Association (CHA) and the Canadian Junior Hereford Association (CJHA). Formalized in late 2012, the BONANZA LEGACY FUND is managed under the umbrella of the Keith Gilmore Foundation. The foundation manages the distribution of funds, while the CHA provides support in-kind in the way of administration. Every dollar of donations goes directly to the benefit of our junior members. Every year, the Bonanza hosting province will receive interest from the fund, to support the Bonanza event and its programs. The first donation of $46,000 comes from the Stevenson family of Copper Creek Ranch in 2012.* The BONANZA LEGACY FUND is now open for tax-deductible, charitable donations. If you had a million dollars to give, what would you change or preserve in the world? Even a hundred dollars would help to ensure the support of future generations in our community of cattle producers. Or leave a lasting legacy through a bequest within your will to the Bonanza legacy Fund. Bonanza events are repeatedly credited for making a life-changing difference in our juniorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; lives from a personal, social and business vantage point. The Canadian Hereford Association and Keith Gilmore Foundation trustees hope to keep this fund alive and thriving and hope to do so with the help of our membership and larger livestock and agricultural communities. For more information about the Bonanza Legacy Fund, please contact CHA General Manager, Gordon Stephenson, Secretary to the Keith Gilmore Foundation, at (403) 275-2662, OR E-mail Gordon at: gm@hereford.ca * The $46,000 donated by Copper Creek Ranch was a matching donation made to the Bonanza Legacy Fund, to match the $46,000 invested in a GIC by the B.C. Hereford Association on behalf of the B.C. Junior Hereford Association â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the result of a budget surplus from the 2009 Bonanza. From this investment, $2,500 will be distributed annually to the provincial junior Hereford association hosting Bonanza each respective year. This contribution is in addition to contributions noted above from the Bonanaza Legacy Fund. The GIC funds will be distributed until those funds run dry, which is estimated to be in about 15 years.

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Hereford – Miss World 2012

Gold WLB 36N BETH ET 452S

Bronze BIG-GULLY 611 HUNNY 553U

Exhibited by: Cayley Brown, Princeton, British Columbia

Exhibited by: Big Gully Farms, Maidstone, Saskatchewan

She is the WHC National Polled Hereford Grand Champion Female

She is the WHC National Horned Hereford Grand Champion Female

WHC Champions granted “World Champion” status by International Online judging panel on HerefordBreeder.net - See Full Report Online

2012 Canadian Hereford Supremes

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RSK 154U MISS TAMARA ET 28Z

TLELL 199S XPLOSIVE 18X

Exhibited by: RSK Farms, Brandon, Manitoba

Exhibited by: Clay Enterprises, Wapella, Saskatchewan

Champion Heifer in the 2012 MLE Little Lady Classic

Supreme Champion Bull 2012 MLE

Exhibited by: Hirsche Herefords and Angus Ltd, High River, Alberta , WSV Farm & Ranch LLC, Calhan, Colorado & Upstream Ranch, Nebraska

UPS UPTOWN ET

2012 Canadian Western Agribition Champion

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Kent County Agricultural Fair .................................................................................. 103 Lindsay Exhibition Hereford MOE Show................................................................. 103 Expo Boeuf MOE Show............................................................................................... 104 Carp Fair Hereford MOE Show.................................................................................. 104 New Brunswick Beef Expo ........................................................................................ 104 Cumberland County Exhibition ............................................................................... 104 Manitoba Livestock Expo MOE Show ...................................................................... 105 2012 Saskatoon Fall Fair Hereford Show ................................................................ 105 2012 MOE Show Gold and Silver Awards................................................................ 105 Royal Agricultural Winter Fair Eastern National Hereford Show ...................... 106 2012 Hereford Genes Event ....................................................................................... 108 Farmfair International Western National Hereford Show ................................ 109 Canadian Western Agribition National Hereford Show ...................................... 110 Red Coat Classic .......................................................................................................... 112 Junior Hereford Showmanship................................................................................. 112 Medicine Hat Beef Pen Show .................................................................................. 112 Lloydminster Exhibition Stockage Round-Up Hereford Show ........................... 113

Kent County Agricultural Fair August 26th, 2012 Judge: Judge: Kurt & Jenn Duncan - Cornwall, PEI

Grand Champion Bull

Reserve Grand Champion Bull

EARLYBIRD 199S DETONATOR 1X

JAYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S 40U NICK 23Y

Grand Champion Female

Reserve Grand Champion Female

THUNDERBROOK YAHOO 3Y

BURNSIDE TARA 24Y

Premier Breeder: Early Bird Farm

Premier Exhibitor: Early Bird Farm

Exhibited By: Early Bird Farm

Exhibited By: Thunderbrook Farms

Exhibited By: Thorne Family Farm

Exhibited By: Dusty Breeze Farm

Lindsay Exhibition Hereford MOE Show September 20, 2012 Judge: Peter Frijters, Milverton, ON

Grand Champion Bull

Reserve Grand Champion Bull

STONEWOOD ZANE 2Z

ELM-LODGE ZEPHYR 5Z

Grand Champion Female

Reserve Grand Champion Female

ELM-LODGE XCEPTIONAL 72X

DALMUIR SUSIE 206U

Premier Breeder: Elmlodge Polled Herefords

Premier Exhibitor: Dalmuir Farms

Exhibited By: Stonewood Grange

Exhibited By: Trent Hill

Exhibited By: Elmlodge Polled Herefords

Exhibited By: Dalmuir Farms

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Expo Boeuf MOE Show

September 20, 2012 Victoriaville, Quebec Judge: Rob Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Connor, SK

Grand Champion Bull

Reserve Grand Champion Bull

RVP STAR 122L YES SIR ET 20Y

RRF UNLIMITED 892Z

Exhibited By: Crystal Brook Farm

Exhibited By: River Road Farm

Grand Champion Female

Reserve Grand Champion Female

STONEWOOD ROSE 8X

EARLYBIRD 28M9TZAYBA 12Z

Premier Breeder: Amanda Bushey

Premier Exhibitor: Amanda Bushey

Exhibited By: Stonewood Grange

Exhibited By: Allyson & Gordie Raymond

Carp Fair Hereford MOE Show Sept 22, 2012 Carp, Ontario JUDGE: Jon Fox, Loydminster, SK

Grand Champion Bull

Reserve Grand Champion Bull

ELM-LODGE ZEPHYR 5Z

SVF- REVELATION 4Z

Grand Champion Female

Reserve Grand Champion Female

ELM-LODGE XCEPTIONAL 72X

SVF-EXTRA TREASRE 10X

Exhibited By: Billy Elmhirst

Exhibited By: Mack James

Exhibited By: Theodore & Shirley McCracken

Premier Breeder: Billy Elmhirst

Exhibited By: Mack James

Premier Exhibitor: Theodore & Shirley

McCracken

New Brunswick Beef Expo September 22, 2012

Sussex, New Brunswick

Grand Champion Bull

Reserve Grand Champion Bull

EARLYBIRD 199S DETONATOR 1X

EARLYBIRD 28M 30P ZEUS 11Z

Grand Champion Female

Reserve Grand Champion Female

THUNDERBROOK YAHOO 3Y

BURNSIDE YEDDA 41Y

Premier Breeder: Earlybird Farm

Premier Exhibitor: Earlybird Farm

Exhibited By: Earlybird Farm

Exhibited By: Thunderbrook Farms

Exhibited By: Earlybird Farm

Exhibited By: Hannah Dixon

Cumberland County Exhibition August 30, 2012 Judge: Adam Fraser

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Grand Champion Bull

Reserve Grand Champion Bull

BENTVILLE JACK Exhibited By: Bent Ville Farms

THUNDERBROOK STEADY & READY 4Z Exhibited By: Thunderbrook Farms

Grand Champion Female

Reserve Grand Champion Female

CGVH 13P LACEY 20U Exhibited By: Bent Ville Farms

THUNDERBROOK YAHOO 3Y

Premier Breeder: Thunderbrook Farms

Premier Exhibitor: Thunderbrook Farms

Exhibited By: Thunderbrook Farms

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Manitoba Livestock Expo MOE Show November 3, 2012 Brandon, Manitoba Judge: Bill Biglieni - Douglas, MB

Grand Champion Bull

Reserve Grand Champion Bull

TLELL 199S XPLOSIVE 18X

S7R 980 SLEDGE 15Z

Grand Champion Female

Reserve Grand Champion Female

SVPH KRYSTAL 104X

RSK 154U MISS TAMARA 8X

Premier Breeder: RSK Farms & Andrew

Premier Exhibitor: RSK Farms

Exhibited By: Clay Enterprises

Exhibited By: Section 7 Ranch

Exhibited By: RSK Farms & Andrew Kopeechuk

Kopeechuk

2012 Saskatoon Fall Fair Hereford Show November 7-10, 2012

Saskatoon, Saskatchewan

Grand Champion Bull

Reserve Grand Champion Bull

GHC C5 DOMINATOR 29Y

LEVELDALE VICTORY 719T 7Z

Grand Champion Female

Reserve Grand Champion Female

JUSTAMERE 893U BELL 650X

WUNDERBAR 40U MISS ULTRA 17Y

Premier Breeder: The Cliffs Farm

Premier Exhibitor: The Cliffs Farm

Exhibited By: Crittenden Brothers

Exhibited By: Justamere Ranch, Ben & Linda Fox

Exhibited By: Leveldale Polled Herefords

Exhibited By: The Cliffs Farm & Crittenden Brothers

2012 MOE Gold Sire Award Winners BLAIR-ATHOL 13K MAJOR 101N - Blair-Athol Farms BLAIR-ATHOL 20 THE ROCK ET 19M - Blair-Athol Farms RSK 030047 DOWN UNDER 6U - RSK Farms

2012 MOE Silver Dam Award Winners CRLY 45S YAHOO 104Y - Orianna Hyndman RSK 154U MISS TAMARA 8X - RSK Farms RSK 154U MISS TAMARA 8X - RSK Farms

2012 MOE Gold Dam Award Winners BLAIR-ATHOL 20 GRETCHEN ET 36R - Blair-Athol Farms BLAIR-ATHOL 13 KISSES 17T - Blair-Athol Farms LAKEFORD FAITHFUL 882P - Blair-Athol Farms RSK 2N MS PRINCESS ET 24W - RSK Farms RSK 03 0047 MISS TAMARA 23U - RSK Farmsll

For more information on the Mark of Excellence (MOE) show program, please read further, or visit www.hereford.ca The Mark of Excellence (MOE) Program encourages and promotes the development of purebred Herefords through the show ring by: • maintaining high standards of competition in Canadian Hereford Shows • assisting fair boards and Hereford show committees with organization and promotion of MOE Shows and, • recognizing outstanding animals Gold Sires require a minimum of 50 show points, with individual progeny contributing a maximum of 20 points. Gold Dams require a minimum of 35 show points, with individual progeny contributing a maximum of 20 points. Silver Animals require a minimum of 30 show points. The fee for iceberg trophy awards for each of the above is $60.00. However, a certificate may be obtained from the CHA office at no charge. **Please note that while a record of accumulated show points is kept at the CHA office, it is the members’ responsibility to contact the CHA office regarding MOE Awards & verification of show points. It is extremely difficult to award Gold Dam and Gold Sire awards without member/owner/breeder/exhibitor input as to the identity of the progeny. 105

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Royal Agricultural Winter Fair Eastern National Hereford Show November 3, 2012 Toronto, Ontario Judge: Justin Morrison, Radville, Saskatchewan

Grand Champion Bull Champion Junior Yearling Bull

Grand Champion Female Senior Champion Female

REMITALL-WEST CHICAGO ET 83Y

ELM-LODGE EXCEPTIONAL 72X

Reserve Grand Champion Bull Champion Senior Yearling Bull

Reserve Grand Champion Female Champion Junior Yearling Female

Exhibited By: Trent Hill Polled Herefords

Exhibited By: Dorbay Polled Herefords

BAR-J-M GRAND SLAM 1Y

RVP RCY 100W YE HAW 130Y

Exhibited By: River Valley Polled Herefords

Exhibited By: John Mastine

Champion Junior Heifer Calf

Champion Senior Heifer Calf

ELM-LODGE ZOOM ZOOM 45Z

ELM-LODGE ZUMBA 3Z

Reserve Champion Junior Heifer Calf

Reserve Champion Senior Heifer Calf

Exhibited By: Elm-Lodge

Champion Intermediate Yearling Female

ELM-LODGE YOURS TRULY 55Y Exhibited By: Elm-Lodge

BAYVIEW ACRES ALIBI 2Z Exhibited By: Bayview Acres

Exhibited By: River Valley Polled Herefords

Champion Junior Yearling Female

RVP 100W BEST WISHES 21Z

RVP RCY 100W YE HAW 130Y

Reserve Champion Intermediate Heifer Calf

ELM-LODGE ZENA 3Z

Exhibited By: Elm-Lodge

Reserve Champion Intermediate Yearling Female

MHPH 102S WYATT 301W

Champion Intermediate Heifer Calf Exhibited By: River Valley Polled Herefords

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STAR BOQUET OF ROSES 27Z

Exhibited By: River Valley Polled Herefords

Reserve Champion Junior Yearling Female

MISS W.A.L. YAHTZE 415Y

Exhibited By: William and Audrey Lyons

Exhibited By: Medonte Highlands Polled Herefords

Champion Senior Yearling Female

MAPLE-HILL YENNI 1Y Exhibited By: Kayla Boot

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Reserve Champion Senior Bull Calf

MHPH 118U

Exhibited By: Hills Hereford & Angus

HILLS JACOB

Exhibited By: Medonte Polled Hereford/ Arthur Farms

Reserve Champion Junior Yearling Bull

JDL YOUNG GUN 303T 724Y

Exhibited By: Justin, Josh & Jessica Lasby

Champion Junior Bull Calf

ELM-LODGE END ZONE 62Z Exhibited By: Elm-Lodge

Reserve Champion Senior Yearling Bull

Reserve Champion Junior Bull Calf

MHPH533P YUKON ET 226Y

MHPH 521X ZIP CODE 318Z

Exhibited By: Medonte Highlands Polled Herefords

Exhibited By: Medonte Polled Herefords, Taboo Polled Herefords

Champion Senior Bull

Champion Intermediate Bull Calf MHPH 118U ZAPPA 218Z

Exhibited By: Medonte Highlands Polled Herefords

Reserve Champion

ELM-LODGE X-MAN 18X Exhibited By: Elm-Lodge

Reserve Champion Senior Bull

This year’s 2012 Royal Winter Fair Eastern National Hereford Show was dedicated to Wendy and Brian Fagan and family of Dalmuir Farms, Lindsay, Ontario,

DALMUIR XFACTOR 405X Exhibited By: Dalmuir Farms

Intermediate Bull Calf

MHPH 144S ZORRO 1202Z Exhibited By :John Mastine

Champion Senior Bull Calf

MBF 45P TANKER 102Z

Exhibited By: Marbren Farm

Emily Flack singing “O Canada”

Premier Breeder: Elm-Lodge

Premier Exhibitor:

Medonte Highlands Polled Herefords

Theadore and Shirley McCracken of Trent Hill Polled Herefords awarded the Jim Rummerfield Trophy for the highest placing female with heifer calf at foot – both Canadian bred and Ontario owned.

Rob Flack’s youngest herds person, Shelby Crawford, daughter of Reid and Jane Crawford

The Ontario Hereford Association hosted its first Annual Dream Girls fund raiser event at the 2012 Royal Winter Fair Hereford MOE Show. Tickets were sold throughout the year at Ontario Hereford events. Winning ticket holder Valerie Cooke of Peterborough, Ontario, selected ‘Hill’s Foxy 164Z’ the entry of Hill’s Hereford & Angus, Rockwood. Valerie then gave the heifer to her sister Kimberly - a Hereford Young Gun member. Congratulations to Greg Hill, whose heifer was selected, making him the recipient of $4,000.

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2012 2011 Hereford Genes Event at Farmfair International

Western National Hereford Show

The fifth annual Hereford Genes Event was hosted at Farmfair, in conjunction with the The winner of the Bull of the Western National Hereford Show. Twenty-six Prairies draw was Dale Janzen bulls were on display for 250-plus commercial of Dalmeny, Saskatchewan. producers and were then paraded through the He selected BRETON WEST 3X GOGGLEZ 10Z, from Breton stadium during the intermission of the Ranch Rodeo Finals where 4,000 additional spectators West Herefords, Breton, Alberta, which in turn, received looked on. a cheque for $9,000. Commercial producer Dale Janzen of Dalmeny, Saskatchewan was selected as the winner to pick the bull of his choice. He selected BRETON WEST 3X GOGGLEZ 10Z, from Breton West Herefords, Breton, Alberta, which in turn, received a cheque for $9,000. Ballots were cast by the commercial producers Rancher’s Choice Grand present, which determined the Champion and Champion Bull went to SGC 91U HUNZA LAD 20Y, exhibited Reserve Champion. The Rancher’s Choice Grand by Crone Herefords, Hardisty, Champion Bull, sponsored by the Calgary Bull Alberta, receiving $1,500. Show and Sale and the Northern AB Hereford Club went to SGC 91U HUNZA LAD 20Y, exhibited by Crone Herefords, Hardisty, Alberta. The Reserve Grand Champion Rancher’s Choice, sponsored by Bar Pipe Hereford Ranch and the Northern AB Hereford Club went to FE 43T EMPEROR 66Y, exhibited by Fenton Hereford Rancher’s Choice Reserve Ranch Inc., Irma, Alberta. Grand Champion Bull went It was a tight race between all 26 bulls entered, to FE 43T EMPEROR 66Y, an indication of the general satisfaction with the exhibited by Fenton Hereford bulls overall. Interaction between commercial Ranch Inc., Irma, Alberta, ranchers and Hereford breeders was a positive receiving $1,000. experience for both. It’s a great event to be a part of and we look forward to new commercial producers joining next year. We encourage other breeders to bring their bulls and take part. 108

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Farmfair International Western National Hereford Show November 7, 2012 Edmonton, Alberta Judge: Byron Templeton

Grand Champion Bull Junior Champion Bull

Grand Champion Female Senior Champion Female

MN128W YANKEE BRIT 598Y

J-BAR-B 31N MISS TIER 5 49S

Reserve Grand Champion Bull Senior Champion Bull

Reserve Grand Champion Female Reserve Senior Champion Female

Exhibited By: MN Herefords

Exhibited By: J Bar B

MCCOY 58G JACKPOT ET 105X

Junior Champion Female PCL BENJI 609 14Y

Exhibited By: Glenrose Herefords & Angus

Reserve Junior Champion Female

HARVIE OVHF MS UNIQUE 80W Exhibited By: Harvie Ranching

Exhibited By: Lilybrook Herefords Inc.

Reserve Champion Heifer Calf RCHR HIGH FUSION 2Z

Exhibited By: Chittick Farms

Champion Bull Calf

BBSF 104W MARG 252Y

J-BAR-B 3X ZODIAC 74Z

Exhibited By: Carlrams Ranching Ltd.

Exhibited By: J-Bar B

Champion Heifer Calf

Reserve Champion Bull Calf

NCX MISS ZIV A 30Z

Exhibited By: NCX Polled Herefords

JJPH 21X UPPER MANAGEMENT 203Z Exhibited By: J-Bar B

Reserve Junior Champion Bull JNHR 128U RANCHER 11Y

Exhibited By: Jonomn Hereford Ranch, Norm & Joanne Parrent

Reserve Senior Champion Bull HARVIE HIGH ROLLER ET 66X Exhibited By: Harvie Ranching

Premier Breeder:

Fenton Hereford Ranch

Premier Exhibitor:

Fenton Hereford Ranch

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Canadian Western Agribition National Hereford Show November 23, 2012 Regina, Saskatchewan Judge: Justin Morrison, Radville, SK

Horned Show

Grand Champion Bull Senior Champion Bull

Grand Champion Female Junior Champion Female

UPS UPS TOWN ET

KJ DWE 968R TORI 457Y

Reserve Grand Champion Bull Junior Champion Bull Calf

Reserve Grand Champion Female Reserve Senior Champion Female

Exhibited By: Hirsche Herefords and Angus LTD Additional Owner: WSC Farm & Ranch LLC & Upstream Ranch

GH 7101 ROCK SOLID 5Z

Exhibited By: Hirsche Herefords And Angus LTD.

Exhibited By: C&M Herefords

TRIPLE A TURBO’S RAMADA 3Z with TRIPLE A MAX’S RAMADA 154 Exhibited By: Triple A Herefords

Reserve Senior Champion Bull

Reserve Junior Champion Bull Calf

Junior Champion Female Calf

GH ADAMS SHADOW RISER ET 406X

H GH ABOUT TIME 239 ET

MH MISS DOMINET 2158 1ET

Exhibited By: Rocking G Land & Cattle Co.

Junior Champion Bull

Exhibited By: Jason Hoffman Additional Owner: Gagnon Herefords

Exhibited By: Mrnak Hereford Ranch

Senior Champion Female

Junior Reserve Champion Female Calf

Exhibited By: Blairs Ag Cattle Co.

BCD 902W LADY DIXIE 206Z with BCD 602U XYLIA 085X

Exhibited By: Bar J B Ranch

Reserve Junior Champion Bull

Exhibited By: Dallas Farms

BLAIR’S EVOLUTION ET 601Y

T-BAR-K 326N NEW EDITION 140Y

Exhibited By:Dallas Farms Additional owner: Kevin B Dorrance- T-BAR K Ranch

Reserve Junior Champion Female BCD 902W WAPEKA LASS 115Y Exhibited By: Dallas Farms

BCD323S KENZIE 217Z

Premier Horned Breeder: Triple A Herefords

Premier Horned Exhibitor: Tripe A Herefords

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Grand Champion Bull Senior Champion Bull

Grand Champion Female Senior Champion Female

TLELL 199S XPLOSIVE 18S

HARVIE OVHF AD UNIQUE 152Z with

Exhibited By: Clay Enterprises Additional Owner: Richardson Ranch

HARVIE OVHF MS UNIQUE 80W

Exhibited By: Harvie Ranching Additional Owner: Anita Doktor, OVHF

Reserve Grand Champion Bull Reserve Senior Champion Bull HI-CLIFFE WLB SAMMY 13X {DLF IEF HYF} Exhibited By: WLB Livestock

Reserve Grand Champion Female Reserve Senior Champion Female WLB 36N BETH ET 452S with CB 122L LADY B 222Z

Exhibited By: Cayley Cattle Co. - Cayley Brown

Junior Champion Bull

Junior Champion Bull Calf

GH 8052 “MVP” 67Y

H GAME CHANGER ET

Exhibited By: Hirsche Herefords & Angus LTD Additional Owner: Kelsey Hirsche

Reserve Junior Champion Bull HAROLSONS YOUNG GUN 4T 92Y

Exhibited By: Haroldsons Polled Herefords

Exhibited By: Jason Hoffman Additional Owner: Churchill Cattle Co., Buck Cattle Co., Stuber Ranch

Reserve Junior Champion Bull Calf ANL 521 VIC 2U 28Z

Exhibited By: ANL Polled Herefords

Senior Champion Bull Calf H AC OUTCROSS 230 ET

Exhibited By: Jason Hoffman

Junior Champion Female GLENLESS 101S LIBBY 21Y Exhibited By: Glenlees Farms

Reserve Senior Champion Bull Calf MBF 45P TANKER 102Z

Exhibited By: Marbren Farm

Reserve Junior Champion Female MPH 301W DAINTY 205Y

Reserve Senior Champion Female Calf C&M NEW MEXICO LADY 2008 Exhibited By: C&M Herefords

Junior Champion Female Calf HAROLDSONS TEMPTATION 425X 78Z Exhibited By: Haroldsons Polled Herefords

Reserve Junior Champion Female Calf GLENLEES 110X MARLIE 28Z Exhibited By: Glenlees Farms

Premier Polled Breeder:

Haroldsons Polled Herefords

Premier Polled Exhibitor:

Exhibited By: Medonte Highlands Polled Herefords

Haroldsons Polled Herefords

Senior Champion Female Calf

Haroldsons Polled Herefords

GLENLESS 144U ART WORK 1Z Exhibited By: Glenlees Farms

Breeders Herd:

Junior Get-of-Sire:

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Canadian Western Agribition, Regina, Saskatchewan

Red Coat Jackpot Heifer PCL Rita 425X 38Z Phantom Creek Livestock , Swift Current, Saskatchewan

Onlookers evaluate Red Coat Red Coat Selected Heifer 3W Shasta 40Z Bull and Heifer Calf Entries Blair-Athol Blair Athol Farms, Arcola, Saskatchewan Selected by J5 Ranch, Geret Jensen, Ceylon, Saskatchewan

The Red Coat Classic followed the 2012 Agribition Horned and Polled Hereford Shows, as usual, but in a new format. The decision was made by the Saskatchewan Board of Directors and the committee for the Red Coat Classic to host the event in the barn with the stalled Hereford cattle. The event was extremely successful. There were several hundred people huddled around the Hereford booth where the action was taking place. One by one they paraded the heifer and bull calves down the aisle so that everyone could evaluate them individually. Comments were very positive about the new format and congratulations is extended to the Saskatchewan Board of Directors and Marilyn Charlton, Manager of the Saskatchewan Hereford Association and the Red Coat Committee, Grant Crittenden and Lyal Heidecker for a job well done. New this year to the Red Coat was the Heifer Jackpot that gave each ticket holder the opportunity to pick the crowd favorite. Ticket holders that picked their favorite heifer went into a draw. Collecting the most votes for the Jackpot Heifer was PCL Rita 425X 38Z, an entry from Phantom Creek Livestock of Swift Current, Saskatchewan. The winning ticket holder was drawn and Wanda Mann won the jackpot of $1,380.00! The Red Coat Classic Grand Prize ticket was drawn and J5 Ranch, Geret Jensen of Ceylon, Saskatchewan, selected Blair-Athol 3W Shasta 40Z an entry of Blair Athol Farms, Arcola, Saskatchewan, who took home $10,000 cash!

Junior Hereford Showmanship, Agribition 2012 November 21, 2012 Lone Pine is proud to sponsor our amazing junior showmanship competition at Agribition again this year for the 7th year!!! Thank you to all the participants who make us proud every year.

PeeWee

1 Emma Lees 2 Sydney Dorrance Participated: Dustin and Clayton Spencer, Jordan Dorrance, Cody Kopelchuk

Junior

1 Billy Paul 2 Makenna Heidecker Participated: Aivry Eidem, Carson Sombach

Intermediate

1 Jarrod Ball 2 Dylan Grieve Participated: Remi Mitchel, Morgan Heidecker, Josie Short

Senior

1 Whitney Ball 2 Logan Martinson Participated: Miranda Heidecker, Kaitlin Polegi, Anthony Gorril, James Hordos, Michelle Hordos

Medicine Hat Exhibition & Stampede Beef Pen Show with Cowboy Christmas Trade Show December 21 & 22, 2012 Medicine Hat, AB

Champion Pen of 3 Heifers Over All Breeds Champion 4-H Bred Heifer Over All Breeds Champion Pen of 3 Bulls Over All Breeds Braun Hereford Ranch, Simmie, Saskatchewan

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Braun Hereford Ranch, Simmie, Saskatchewan

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Lloydminster, Alberta

Polled

Judge: Harvey Welter

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Grand Champion Bull Junior Champion Bull ECR LOOSE CHANGE 1251

Grand Champion Bull Senior Champion Bull C31S EXPLOSIVE 045X

Reserve Grand Champion Bull Reserve Junior Champion Bull BARE MR YOU TUBE 4Y

Reserve Grand Champion Bull Junior Champion Bull LF RAMBO 60Y

Exhibited By: Pugh Farms EST. 1910

Exhibited By: Barefoot Polled Herefords

Grand Champion Female Senior Champion Female JJPH 512R KOVI 15X with

Exhibited By: Carlrams Ranching LTD.

Exhibited By: Lock Farms Ltd.

Grand Champion Female Junior Champion Female SS-TOPLINE YES CANADIANNA 124Y

JJPH 83T KOVI 240Z

Exhibited By: SS Cattle Company

Reserve Grand Champion Female Reserve Senior Champion Female SHPH 62T IRIS 16 W with

Reserve Grand Champion Female Reserve Junior Champion Female

Exhibited By: Double J Polled Herefords

SHPH 12U IRIS 22Z

Exhibited By: Standard Hill Polled Herefords

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Source For Success XI ............................................................................................... 114 2012 WLB Livestock Internet Heifer Sale................................................................ 115 Remitall West Production Sale ................................................................................. 115 Harvie Raching Internet Sale.................................................................................... 115 ANL Polled Herefords & Guests................................................................................ 115 C & T Cattle Company & Guests “Take the Next Step” ....................................... 116 Blair Athol/Haroldson’s & Friends ........................................................................... 116 Square D ....................................................................................................................... 116 The Next Level Sale - Crittenden Brox. & Guests ................................................. 117 Bar JB Cow Herd Dispersal ........................................................................................ 117 Brost Land & Cattle Co. with guest Bar-RZ Polled Herefords .............................. 117 The Amigos Production Sale XIV............................................................................. 118 LCI - Doenz Ranches 39th Annual Production Sale ............................................... 118 Fenton Hereford Ranch Inc. 48th Fall Hereford Sale .............................................. 118 Agribition National Hereford Sale 2012 .................................................................. 118 Klein Farms Cowherd Dispersal Sale ...................................................................... 119 MJT Cattle Co. Ltd. Hereford & Angus Dispersal................................................... 119 Stromsmoe Herefords & Angus 28th Annual Production Sale .......................... 119 MHA Good as Gold ..................................................................................................... 119

Source for Success XI September 15, 2012 Auctioneer: Dale Stith

Elmlodge & Friends

AVER AGE S

Indian River, Ontario

42 lots gross $178,070.00 averaging $4,264.00 7 Embryo’s grossed $435.00

Top Sellers Heifer Calf $13,000 Lot 50 - WLL ZOEY 3Z Buyer: Larry Crane, Mitchell, SD Sire: TH 122 711 VICTOR 719T

$4,000 Lot 23 - ELM-LODGE YOU’LL TAKE NOTICE 62Y Buyer: Copper Creek Ranch, Princeton, BC Sire: STAR TCF TAKE NOTICE 362W ET

$8,800 Buyer: Sire:

NJW 98S DURANGO 44U

$8,000 Buyer: Sire:

Lot 11 - ELMLODGE ZUMBA 3Z Robinson Family, Campbellford, ON UPS JT NEON 7101 1ET

$7,000 Buyer: Sire:

Lot 14 - ELM-LODGE ZAHARA 54Z AXA Polled Herefords, Hampton, NB TH 75J 243R BAILOUT 144U

Cow/Calf Pairs $11,000 Lot 1 - ELM-LODGE EXTRA NICE 51X (1/2 INTEREST) Buyer: Truluck Livestock, Dover Centre, ON Sire: ELM-LODGE PAYCHECK 11P $1,800 Lot 1a - ELM-LODGE ZANA 30Z Buyer: Mark Goetz, Mildmay, ON Sire: CRR ABOUT TIME 743

$5,000 Buyer: Sire:

Lot 41 - BYE-VISTA ABOUT TIME 15Z Springbrook Farms, PA CRR ABOUT TIME 743

Lot 9 - ELM-LODGE ZWEETHEART 7Z Medonte Highlands Polled Herefords, Orillia, ON

Bred Heifers $4,000 Lot 21 - ELM-LODGE YELLE 29Y Buyer: Glenview Farms, PA Sire: NJW 8E EMBASSY 815 ET 114

$8,000 Buyer: Sire: $2,800 Buyer: Sire:

Lot 2 - PALSSON 953T CLASSY 1 Bird’s Hill Farm, NB SQUARE-D TORTUGA 953T Lot 2a - ELM-LODGE ZIP 22Z Square D Herefords, Lang Bank, SK NJW 98S DURANGO 44U

Bull Calf $4,000 Lot 45 -PALSSON ZACTLY 3Z Buyer: Rawcliffe Grange Stock Farm MB and Fossay Herefords, MB Sire: NJW 8E EMBASSY 815 ET

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2012 WLB Livestock Internet Heiger Sale 210 October 4-8, 2012 Bill and Nancy Biglieni Sale Hosted by: LiveAuctions.TV

Top Sellers $10,500 Buyer: $5,900 Buyer:

Lot 3 - WLB WINCHESTER 50S GLORIA 128Z Sparks Ranch, Alabama

Douglas, Manitoba

$5,400 Buyer:

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Bred Heifers $4,800.00 Open Heifer Calves$4,030.00

Lot 1 - WLB 503W ALICE ET 8401Y Winchester Cattle Company, MB AVER AGE S

12 Bull Calves $7,354.00 2 Yearling Bulls $7,500.00 2 Two Year Olds $8,500.00 11 Heifer Calves $5,886.00 3 Cows $13,567.00 25.25 lots grossed $226,200.00 averaging $8,958.00 16 Embryos $1,081.00

Octobe 13, 2012 Olds, Alberta Auctioneer: Ryan Dorran

Top Sellers Buyer: Sire: SOD:

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Lot 7 - WLB 980 HANA ET 5004Z Pelton Polled Herefords, North Dakota and Walsh Farm, Minnesota

Remitall West Production Sale Bull Calf

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$17,000 – Lot 15 REMITALLWEST BELIVEAU 6Z (3/4 int, full poss) Schmidt Herefords, Pipestone, MN SHF WONDER M326 W18 ET REMITALL PATRIOT ET 13P

$15,000 – Lot 1 REMITALL-WEST EBERLE 29Z (1/2 int, 1/2 poss) Buyer: Karen & Randy Wagner (KLR), Consul, SK Sire: JDH 10S YANKEE 39X SOD: REMITALL PATRIOT ET 13P Yearling Bull $8000 – Lot 5 REMITALL-WEST ON FIRE ET 81Y (3/4 int, full poss) Buyer: Bill Redrupp, Creemore, ON Sire: SHF WONDER M326 W18 ET SOD: REMITALL PATRIOT ET 13P

Heifer Calf $11,500 – Lot 18 REMITALLWEST MARVEL ET 5Z Buyer: BNC Polled Herefords Sire: SHF WONDER M326 W18 ET SOD: REMITALL PATRIOT ET 13P Cow Buyer: Sire: SOD:

$15,250 – Lot 22 REMITALL RITA 13T Dorbay Polled Herefords, Dorchester, ON REMITALL PATRIOT ET 13P REMTIALL HERITAGE 89H

$15,000 – Lot 17 REMITALL MARVEL 78T Buyer: Jim O’Mare, Lena, MS Sire: REMITALL PATRIOT ET 13P SOD: REMITALL ONLINE 122L

Two Year Old $10,000 – Lot 4 REMITALLWEST CONSTRUCTOR 21X (3/43 int,) Buyer: LV Farm Ltd., Midale, SK Sire: REMITALL ONLINE 122L SOD: REMTIALL PATRIOT ET 13P

Harvie Ranching Internet Sale October 16, 2012

Olds, Alberta

Top Sellers

Bred Yearling $5,750 Lot 2 - HARVIE MS JADE 57Y Buyer: JW Schmidt & Sons, Pipestone, MN Sire: HARVIE WILLY 73W SOD: RVP 2013 ULIMITED 14U

Heifer Calf $10,000 Lot 5 - HARVIE MS FIREFLY ET 19Z Buyer: Ehlke Herefords, Townsend, MT and Iron Lake Ranch, Athens, TX Sire: PW VICTOR BOOMER P606 SOD: HARVIE MISS FIREFLY 51F

ANL Polled Herefords & Guests October 20,2012 Steelman, Saskatchewan Auctioneer: Chris Poley Sale Management: T Bar C Cattle Co. Ltd.

Top Sellers High Selling Heifer Calf Lot 25 - Glenlees DBK 110X Victoria 60Z sired by TH 200J Tundra 110X was purchased by Hoffman Ranch, Thedford, Nebraska for $12,750.00 High Selling Bull Calf Lot 12 (3/4 Interest) - ANL A 9185 Era 81Z sired by C New Era ET was purchased by Meadow Acres Farms, Lampman, Saskatchewan for $4,500.00

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2 Bred Yearlings $5,250.00 10 Heifer Calves $5,235.00 1 Bull Calf $6,000.00 13 lots grossed $68,850.00 averaging $5,296.15

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25 Heifer Calves Averaged....$4,212.00 .75 Bull Calf Averaged....$4,500.00 4 Cow/Heifer Calf Pairs Averaged....$7,775.00 17 Bred Heifers Averaged....$3,111.76 1 Pick of the Flush Averaged....$12,000.00 47.75 Lots Grossed $205,800.00 and Averaged $4,309.95

High Selling Cow/Heifer Calf Pair Lot19 & 19A - PCL Nectarine 16R 15W sired by Harvie Raftsman 16R was purchased by Brooks Farm, Alameda, Saskatchewan and ANL 45P Nectarine 15W 16Z sired by NJW FHF 9710 Tank 45P was purchased by Abrakadabra Cattle Co. Columbia, Missouri for $14,000.00 High Selling Bred Heifer Lot 30 - Glenlees 129T Wilda 58Y sired by Remitall Timekeeper 129T was purchased by Aspen Lane Polled Herefords, Stoughton, Saskatchewan for $5,500.00 115

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C & T Cattle Company & Guests “Take The Next Step” October 20,2012 Auctioneer: Dale Stith

Kisbey, Saskatchewan Sale Management: T Bar C Cattle Co. Ltd

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30 Bred Heifers Averaged....$3,053.33 8 Heifer Calves Averaged....$2,831.25 38 Lots Grossed $114,250.00 and Averaged $3,006.58 6 Embryos Averaged $475.00 Total Sale Gross $117,100.00

Top Sellers High Selling Bred Heifer Lot 13 - C & T 102S Yvette 16Y sired by MHPH 13P Stetson 102S was purchased by Breezeway Polled Herefords, Fillmore, Saskatchewan for $7,900.00

High Selling Heifer Calf Lot 25 - PCL Zena 425X 16Z sired by TH 89T 743 Untapped 425X ET was purchased by Mohican West, Laurel, Montana for $5000.00

Blair Athol/Haroldson’s And Friends October 21,2012 Auctioneer: Dale Stith

Arcola, Saskatchewan Sale Management: T Bar C Cattle Co. Ltd

Top Sellers

High Selling Bull Calf Lot 67 (3/4 Interest)- Haroldson’s Surge T100 2Z sired by SHF Tahoe R117 T100 was purchased by Larry Ward, Middle Musquodobit, Nova Scotia for $5,000.00 High Selling Heifer Calf Lot 48- Haroldson’s Rythym T100 21Z sired by SHF Tahoe R117 T100 was purchased by Warnyca Land & Cattle, Montmartre, Saskatchewan for $18,000.00

High Selling Bred Heifer Lot 62- Haroldson’s Carla 4T 55Y sired by Haroldson’s WLL Anchor 4T was purchased by Glenlees Polled Herefords, Arcola, Saskatchewan and Aspen Lane Land & Cattle, Stoughton, Saskatchewan for $10,200.00

High Selling Cow/Heifer Calf Pair Lot 54 & 54A- Haroldson’s Ella T100 40W sired by SHF Tahoe R117 T100 was purchased by ANL Polled Herefords, Steelman, Saskatchewan and Haroldson’s Ella 4T 7Z sired by Haroldson’s WLL Anchor 4T was purchased by Morgan Millham, Outlook, Saskatchewan for $8,800.00

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Square D Production Sale With Wascana Catlle Co. & Mannle Polled Herefords October 22, 2012 Auctioneer: Dale Stith

At the Farm, Langbank, Saskatchewan

Top Sellers

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2.5 Bull Calves Averaged....$4,960.00 18 Heifer Calves Averaged....$4,825.00 41 Bred Heifers Averaged....$3,662.20 1 Cow/Heifer Calf Pair Averaged....$8,800.00 62.5 Live Lots Grossed $249,200.00 and Averaged $3,987.20 1 Flush Averaged $5,900.00 4 Embryo’s Averaged $300.00 Total Sale Gross $256,300.00

17 Heifer Calves $2,924.00 25 Bred Heifer $3,206.00 3 Cows $4,167.00 3 Fall Open Heifers $2,233.00 8 Bull Calves $4,088.00 1 Mature Bull $8,500.00 57 lots grossed $190,000.00, averaging $3,338.00 8 Embryo’s $438.00

Bull Calf $6100 – Lot 4 SQUARE-D RED ROCK 946Z (1/2 Interest) Buyer: Bradley Farms, ON, Paul and Jennifer Mastine, QC, River Road Farms, QC and Bridge Poll Herefords - Australia semen rights Sire: SQUARE-D RANCHMAN 257R SOD: SADDLE-VALLEY 203E HAMM 822H

$4200 – Lot 12 SQAURE-D TANYA 3Z Buyer: Dave Gleich, Eriksdale, MB Sire: GHR TAURUS 4J 42T SOD: AB PRINCE DOMINO

Mature Bull $8500 – Lot 36 SQUARE-D RANCHMAN 257R (1/2 Interest) Buyer: Scott Alta Farms, Red Deer, AB Sire: SQUARE-D STINGER 779K SOD: KLONDIKE 500Z FEDERATION 7C

$6000 – Lot 41 SQUARE-D 362T TAYLOR 1142Y Buyer: BNC Polled Herefords Sire: SQUARE-D TUSCON 362T SOD: SQUARE-D SERIAL 835S

Heifer Calves $7000 – Lot 1 SQUARE-D REISS 957Z Buyer: Ryder D Herefords, Regina, SK Sire: STAR MARKET INDEX 70X ET SOD: SADDLE-VALLEY 203E HAMM 822H $5200 – Lot 24 SQUARE-D RITA 603Z Buyer: Mannle Polled Herefords, Whitewood, SK Sire: REMITALL SUPER DUTY 42S SOD: WILGOR 55K NORTHEASTERN OL 2N

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$4500 – Lot 42 SQUARE-D 362T TAYLOR 1125Y Buyer: Medonte Highlands Polled Herefords, Orillia, ON Sire: SQUARE-D TUSCON 362T SOD: SQUARE-D STABILITY 512M Cow $7000 – Lot 14 SQUARE-D ROBERTA 960U Buyer: Triple A Herefords, Moose Jaw, SK Sire: SQUARE-D RANCHMAN 257R SOD: SADDLE-VALLEY 203E HAMM 822H

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The Next Level Sale Crittenden Bros. & Guests

October 27, 2012 Imperial, Saskatchewan Auctioneer: Chris Poley Sale Management: T Bar C Cattle Co. Ltd.

Top Sellers

2.5 Fall Bulls Averaged.....$5,060.00 14.25 Bull Calves Averaged.....$4,631.00 5 Bred Cows Averaged.....$5,700.00 34 Bred Heifers Averaged.....$3,208.82 17 Heifer Calves Averaged.....$3,432.35 3 Cow/Heifer Calf Pairs Averaged.....$4,733.33 1 Fall Cow/Heifer Calf Pair Averaged.....$2,100.00 76.75 Lots Grossed $290,900 and Averaged $3,790.22 3 Embryos Grossed $1,200.00 Total Sale Gross $292,100.00

High Selling Bull Calf

High Selling Bred Cow

Lot 1 (1/2 interest)- GHC Rascal ET 92Z sired by Harvie Raftsman 16R was purchased by Lakes Ranch Ltd., Ashmont, Alberta for $10,000.00

Lot 21- GHC Miss Wilma 112Y sired by McCoy 47N Throttle 98S was purchased by Lakes Ranch Ltd., Ashmont, Alberta for $18,000.00

High Selling Bred Heifer

High Selling Cow/Heifer Calf Pair 76 & 76a- JWH 36N Lori 95R sired by HF 4L Beyond 36N was purchased by Mayglenn Polled Herefords, Springside, Saskatchewan and JWH 29W Unique Lady 259Z sired by BBSF 101N Wrangler 29W was purchased by Blair Athol Polled Herefords, Arcola, Saskatchewan for a total of $5,800.00

Lot 40- GHC Miss Sarah 94Y sired by GHC-Taboo Coalition 52U was purchased by Phantom Creek Livestock, Swift Current, Saskatchewan for $7,500.00 High Selling Heifer Calf Lot 34- GHC EH Miss Fantasia 24Z sired by GHC Jackpot 185W was purchased by McMurray Cattle Co., Billings, Montana for $5,500.00

Bar JB Ranch Cow Hereford Dispersal

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November 1, 2012 Olds Cow Palace, Olds, Alberta Auctioneer: R.C. (Bob) Balog

Top Sellers

Heifer Calves $8750 – Lot 1A BCD 902W LADY DIXIE 206Z Buyer: Dallas Farms, Bowden, AB Sire: GH ADAMS MATCH POINT ET 602U SOD: AR PATCH ADAMS 347P

$8500 – LOT 43A BCD 323S KENZIE 217Z Buyer: Blairs Ag Cattle Co., Lanigan, SK Sire: GH ADAMS MATCH POINT ET 602U SOD: AR PATCH ADAMS 347P

21 Heifer Calves $2,595.00 45 Cows $2,758.00 3 Bull Calves $3,333.00 69 lots grossed $188,600.00 averaging: $2,733.00

Cow $6000 – Lot 11 BCD 347P XENIA 032X Buyer: BJB Ranch, Alberta Beach, AB & Rocking G Land and Cattle, Gull Lake, SK Sire: AR PATCH ADAMS 347P SOD: PAHL 38J PAPILLON 46P

Heifer Calves Brost Land & Cattle Co. Production Sale 20 25 Yearling Bulls

with Bar-RZ Polled Herefords

November 13, 2012 At the Ranch, Irvine, Alberta Auctioneer: R.C. (Bob) Balog

Top Sellers

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$4,022.00 $3,624.00 4 Heifer Calves $2,800.00 10 Bred Heifers $3,390.00 59 lots grossed $216,150.00, averaging $3,663.00 45 Commercial Heifers $1,808.00

Bull Calf $5500 – Lot 1 BBSF 521X ZORRO 13Z Buyer: Finseth Ranching, Kingman, AB Sire: TH 122 711 VICTOR 521X ET SOD: BNMHPH 13P HEAT 101S

Yearling Bulls $7750 – Lot 15 BBSF 52U YONDER 72Y Buyer: Earl Kading, Cessford, AB Sire: GHC-TABOO COALITION 52U SOD: BLAIR-ATHOL 13K MAJOR 101N

$5250 – Lot 3 BBSF 21T ZAIRE 32Z Buyer: Sean Herselman, Medicine Hat, AB Sire: WLB QUAKER 10H 21T SOD: KLONDIKE 500Z FEDERATION 7C

$6000 – Lot 52 BBSF 4S YAK 258Y Buyer: Happy Valley Ranch, Big Beaver, SK Sire: BP 29M ADMIRAL ET 4S SOD: BCD 59J LANDLORD 114L

$5250 – Lot 5 BBSF 21T ZENO 65Z Buyer: Crone Herefords, Hardisty, AB Sire: WLB QUAKER 10H 21T SOD: BAR-RZ 17F JEFFERSON 32

$5000 – Lot 34 BAR-RZ 85U YODA 40Y Buyer: Drowning Ford Grazing, Schuler, AB Sire: GHC GREIGHT 85U SOD: SQUARE-D TOUCH 216H

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The Amigo’s Production Sale XIV November 14, 2012 At the Pahl Ranch, Medicine Hat Alberta Auctioneer: R.C. (Bob) Balog

Top Sellers

Hereford High Sellers $7800 – Lot X119Y XTC SUDDEN IMPACT 119Y Buyer: Kunzli Ranch, Coutts, AB Sire: FCC 7R IMPACT 8U SOD: XTC DUBEAU LAD 45P $7000 – Lot X42Y XTC GLOBAL OUTLOOK 42Y Buyer: Drowning Ford Grazing, Schuler, AB Sire: WLB GLOBAL 72M 50S SOD: BBSF 100L ROOKIE ET 129R

$6000 – Lot 36Y – XTC 3T HURRICANE 36Y Buyer: Pipeline Grazing, Medicine Hat, AB Sire: XTC 36N TEMPEST ET 3T SOD: MN 2H STN’D LAD 521K

November 15, 2012 Warner, Alberta Auctioneer: R.C. (Bob) Balog Hereford Bull Calves $7500.00 – Lot 3 LCI 8116 RANGER 80Z Buyer: Coulee Crest Herefords, Bowden, AB Sire: CHURCHILL RAMBO 8116U SOD: R 0041 NORTH STAR 40 U $4900 – Lot 5 LCI 40U NORTH STAR 105Z BHR Ranch, Milk River, AB Sire: R 0041 NORTH STAR 40U SOD: LCI 157K RIBSTONE 4P

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Hereford Bull Calves Hereford Yearling Bulls Angus Bull Calves Angus Yearling Bulls lots grossed $203,300

$3,364.00 $4,007.00 $4,516.00 $3,780.00 $3,836.00

$4700 – Lot 14 LCI BD STANMORE 322Z Buyer: White Lake Colony, Nobleford, AB Sire: LCI 31R KING STANMORE 159T SOD: HR MAKER 123H Buyer:

Fenton Hereford Ranch Inc.

Hereford Yearling Bull $5700 – Lot 43 LCI 157K RIBSTONE 188Y Buyer: Morton Ranch, Cardston, AB Sire: K64H RIBSTONE LAD 157K SOD: FA ROCK SOLID BRITISHER 67M AVER AGE S

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48th Fall Hereford Sale

November 16, 2012 At the Ranch, Irvine, Alberta Auctioneer: R.C. (Bob) Balog

Top Sellers Yearling Bulls

$10,500 – Lot 208Y FE 152S FRONTLINE 208Y (1/2 int, full poss) Buyer: Holloway Farms, Castor, AB Sire: CC 56M FRONTLINE 152S SOD: MACS RED RIBSTONE LAD 7R

$4,794.00 $3,633.00 $4,347.00 $1,659.00 $6,114.00 $1,300.00

$10,000 – Lot 180Y FE 44U RANCHER SPECIAL 180Y Buyer: Shane Truby, Durango, CO Sire: FE 42R RANCHER SPECIAL 44U SOD: AJD 101J SUPER LAD 55P

Agribition National Hereford Sale 2012

Top Sellers

High Selling Bull Calf Lot 301 - $13,500.00 (1/2 interest no possession)PCL Zircon 719T 25Z sired by TH 122 711 Victor 719T was purchased by Sam Fehr, Wymark, Saskatchewan; Crittenden Bros. Polled Herefords, Imperial, Saskatchewan; AM Ranching, Oak Lake, Manitoba; OJJ Ranch, Ririe, Idaho; Miller Herefords, Thorntown, Indiana; Twin View Polled Herefords, Strathclair, Manitoba; C & T Polled Herefords, Arcola, Saskatchewan and Wunderbar Polled Herefords, Prince Albert, Saskatchewan

Yearling Bulls Purebred Bred Heifers lots grossed $339,100.00 Commercial Bred Heifers Broke Geldings Colts

$10,000 – Lot 172Y FE 43T EMPEROR 172Y (1/2 int, 1/2 pos) Buyer: Ryan Noble, Pierceland, SK Sire: XTC EMPEROR 43T SOD: AJD 101J SUPER LAD 55P

November 22, 2012 Regina, Saskatchewan Auctioneer: Chris Poley Sales Management: T Bar C Cattle Co. Ltd.

High Selling Bred Heifer

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1.25 Bull Calves Averaged....$15,600.00 .75 Yearling Bulls Averaged....$20,000.00 04 Yearling Heifers Averaged....$5,825.00 13 Heifer Calves Averaged....$4,750.00 19 lots grossed $124,550.00 01 Flush Averaged....$4,000.00 08 Embryos Averaged....$850.00 Total Sale Gross: $135,350.00

Lot 305 - $8500.00 - Roselawn Bell 154U 83Y sired by Harvie OVHF Walk Hard 154U was purchased by Lock Farms Ltd., Macklin, Saskatchewan High Selling Heifer Calf Lot 315 - $10,000.00 - Haroldsons Temptation 425X 78Z sired by TH 89T 743 Untapped ET was purchased by Hoffman Ranch, Thedford, Nebraska

High Selling Yearling Bull Lot 302 - $20,000.00 (3/4 interest) - Bare Mr You Tube 4Y sired by NCX Winchester 745W was purchased by Standard Hill Polled Herefords, Maidstone, Saskatchewan; Glenrose Polled Herefords, Camrose, Alberta and NCX Polled Herefords, Brosseau, Alberta 118

$4,085.00 $4,189.00 $3,443.00 $4,081.00

$6500 – Lot P 26Y PAHL 207T YACHTSMAN 26Y Buyer: Pipeline Grazing, Medicine Hat, AB Sire: BBSF 46P TROOPER 207T SOD: PAHL 90P SPADE 3S

LCI - Doenz Ranches 39th Annual Production Sale Top Sellers

35 Hereford Long Yearlings 40 Angus Long Yearlings 7 Hereford Bred Heifers 82 lots grossed $334,650.00 15 Commercial Heifers $1,500.00

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Klein Farms Cowherd Dispersal Sale December 1, 2012 Balog Cow Palace, Lethbridge Alberta Auctioneer: R.C. (Bob) Balog

Top Sellers

$3300 – Lot 32 ZZB 7R SUPER STAND WOODY 14T Buyer: Coulee Crest Herefords, Bowden, AB Sire: MACS RED RIBSTONE LAD 7R SOD: F STANDARD 5H LAD 54M $3200 – Lot 39 GCK 8 PAYTON LASS 27X Buyer: Corbiell Herefords, Cluny, AB Sire: ZZB 7R STANDARD 8T SOD: BBSF 14J SHERMAN 203S Heifers $5500 – Lot 27 GCK CURT RED LASS 1X Buyer: Tide Creek Herefords, Jenner, AB Sire: JNHR SILVER STANDARD 658T SOD: FE 101J SUPER RIB 138R $4000 – Lot 21 GCK 8 STAN LASS 10X Buyer: Corbiell Herefords, Cluny, AB Sire: ZZB 7R STANDARD 8T SOD: GCK 17 RIBSTONE CLASSIC 9M

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Cows $5000 – Lot 25 ZZB 138 KING LASS 37 Buyer: Crone Herefords, Hardisty, AB Sire: FE 101J SUPER RIB 138R SOD: BCD 721G KING 6K

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16 Cows $2,328.00 20 Heifers $2,520.00 14 Heifer Calves $1,600.00 11 Bull Calves $1,610.00 06 Yearling Bulls $4,425.00 02 Mature Bulls $4,450.00 69 lots grossed $163,200.00, averaging $2,365.00 73 Head Commercial Females $1,560.00 14 Head Commercial Heifer Calves $971.00

$4000 – Lot 45 GCK 685 RED BRIT 34X Buyer: XTC Herefords, Lethbridge, AB Sire: JNHR SILVER STANDARD 685T SOD: FE 81L BRIT DOM LAD 321N Bull Calf $4000 – Lot 27a GCK CURT 39 LAD 4Z Buyer: Lilybrook Herefords, Claresholm, AB & Bar Pipe Hereford Ranch, Okotoks, AB Sire: K 162A RED LAD 39D SOD: JNHR SILVER STANDARD 685T Yearling Bull $6750 – Lot 3 – GCK 685 RED STAN 9Y Buyer: Fenton Hereford Ranch Inc., Irma, AB Sire: JNHR SILVER STANDARD 685T SOD: FE 177D STANDARD LAD 16L Mature Bull $6000 – Lot 2 GCK 138 DOM RIB 18W Buyer: Carlrams Ranching, Cutknife, SK Sire: FE 101J SUPER RB 138R SOD: GCK 17 RIBSTONE CLASSIC 9M AVER AGE S

Hereford Females grossed $312,900.00 and MJT Cattle Co. Ltd. Hereford & Angus Dispersal 104 averaged #3,008.65

December 4, 2012 Edgerton, AB Auctioneer: Chris Poley Sale Management: T Bar C Cattle Co. Ltd.

Top Sellers

High Selling Bred Heifer Lot 328Ð MJT 40N Sydney 412Y MT 412Y sold for $4600.00 to Brady Moncrief, Senlac, SK

High Selling Cow Lot 345Ð MJT Polly 343T sold for $5700.00 to Kym Jim, Red Deer, AB

Stromsmoe Herefords & Angus 28th Annual Production Sale

December 4, 2012 At the Ranch, Etzikom, Alberta Auctioneer: R.C. (Bob) Balog

Top Sellers

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30 Long Yearling Hereford Bulls $3,673.00 7 Long Yearling Angus Bulls $4,586.00 13 Angus Bull Calves $4,219.00 50 lots grossed $191,150.00 and averaged $3,943.00 57 Head Commercial Heifers $1,711.00.00

$6000 – Lot 3Y – C&N NEON MAX 3Y Buyer: Sunrise Colony, Etzikom, AB Sire: UPS JT NEON 7101 1ET SOD: GOLDEN-OAK 4J MAXIUM 28M

$5000 – Lot 43Y – C&N L1 DOMINO 43Y Buyer: Hughes Hereford Ranches, Tompkins, SK Sire: CL 1 DOMINO 9121W 1ET SOD: CL 1 DOMINO 252M 1ET

$5750 – Lot 128Y – C&N L1 HARLAND RIBSTONE 128Y Buyer: Kaufmann Ranch, Lake Alma, SK Sire: C&N L1 RIBSTONE DOMINO 84W SOD: CJH HARLAND 408

$4600 – Lot 84Y – C&N L1 RIBSTONE DOMINO 84Y Buyer: Gloria Seitz, Elkwater, AB Sire: C&N L1 RIBSTONE DOMINO 84Y SOD: CL 1 DOMINO 252M

MHA Good As Gold

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December 6, 2012 Keystone Centre, Brandon, Manitoba Auctioneer: Chris Poley

Top Sellers

High Selling Heifer Calf Lot 33 - $5000.00 – GRH 83T Accent 1Z sired by WLB Eli 10H 83T purchased by Aspen Lane Herefords, Stoughton, SK

Heifer Calves Averaged $2800.00 Bred Heifers Averaged $3200.00 Bull Calves Averaged $2875.00 Embryo Lot Averaged $350.00 Sale Grossed $86000.00

High Selling Bull Calf Lot 27 - $3000.00 – RSK 7W Big Bang ET 19Z sired by Harvie Taylor Made ET 7W purchased by Scott McNabb, ON

High Selling Bred Heifer Lot 35- $6600.00 – GRH 83T Image 22Y sired by WLB Eli 10H 83T purchased by Phantom Creek Livestock, Swift Current, SK

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2012 Year End Summary - General Manager’s Report Canadian Hereford Association

By Gordon Stephenson

G EN ER A L M A N AG ER , CA N A D IA N H ER EFO R D A S S O CIATI O N

Best wishes to each and every Canadian Hereford Association (CHA) member and to all our commercial customers for a happy, healthy and prosperous New Year! I’d like to take this opportunity to outline the major events and high points of the previous year. The World Hereford Conference was a huge and very successful undertaking by the CHA and I once again express my sincere appreciation to all the volunteers, exhibitors and sponsors. The association also entered into several research projects in the area of genomics, the most significant of which is the Net Feed Efficiency trial, being conducted at Cattleland Feedlots and Olds College, over three years. The CHA has over $1.25 million in research programs underway, with the support of Hereford breeders from across Canada. Recognition and thanks to the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC) for its funding contribution to the Net Feed Efficiency Research. The Bonanza Legacy Fund and the Hereford Research Fund were also implemented in 2012, within the Keith Gilmore

This year marks my ninth and final year with the CHA and I feel very good about the current position of the association in terms of its financial health, research programs, the CJHA - the largest and most successful Junior program in Canada, the popularity of The Canadian Hereford Digest and the increased use of Hereford genetics, both domestically and internationally. Foundation. I am happy to report that there has been over $90,000.00 in new funding allocated to the Canadian Junior Hereford Association for future Bonanzas. This new funding is explained in more detail within this issue of the Digest. For 2013, the CHA Board made a major policy decision regarding the application of genomics for the association at its November meeting, approving a policy to adopt Single Nucleotide Polymorphism (SNP) technology for parentage verification and genetic abnormality testing. Horned/Polled and Freemartin tests will be offered as options for the membership. The Board also approved changing the CHA’s official laboratory for this DNA testing, from Maxxam Labs in Guelph to GenServe in Saskatoon. This change will take place in April or May of this year but the only change for our members will involve sending hair samples to GenServe instead of Maxxam. GenServe – formerly named BovaCan – was previously used by the CHA for blood-typing services and DNA testing until 2010. I want to make a point of indicating that the move from Maxxam is not due to poor service. It is simply due to the fact that GenServe is the lab that offers the same DNA testing platforms as the American Hereford Association and we would like to ensure that there are no issues regarding DNA testing with our largest trading partner. The move to implement genomics has been made to keep our members competitive and compatible with other countries moving to the same technology. Over time, it will allow the association to provide EPDs on hard-to-measure traits like feed efficiency and fertility. It will also provide increased accuracies on young animals for faster genetic improvement. In closing, I wish to announce my retirement from the CHA at the end of this year. I informed the CHA Board of my intentions back in March of 2012. Therefore, this is not news for many members. This year marks my ninth and final year with the CHA and I feel very good about the current position of the association in terms of its financial health, research programs, the CJHA - the largest and most successful Junior program in Canada, the popularity of The Canadian Hereford Digest and the increased use of Hereford genetics, both domestically and internationally. Because this is my final year, I will be attempting to attend as many Hereford sales, shows, and events as possible, and look forward to visiting with our members and commercial producers at these events.

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2012 - rapport du directeur général Association Canadienne Hereford

Par Gordon Stephenson

D I R ECTO R G ÉN ÉR A L , A S S O CIATI O N H ER EFO R D CA N A D IA N

Meilleurs vœux à tous les membres de l’Association Canadienne Hereford Association (ACH) et à tous nos clients commerciaux pour une nouvelle année heureuse, de santé et de prospérité ! Je voudrais saisir cette occasion pour faire un résumé des événements de l’année qui vient de se terminer. La Conférence Mondiale Hereford a été un projet énorme et très bien réussi par l’ACH et encore une fois j’exprime ma sincère gratitude à tous les bénévoles, exposants et commanditaires. L’association a également débuté plusieurs projets de recherches dans le domaine de la génomique, dont la plus importante est l’efficacité alimentaire nette sera menée au parc d’engraissement Cattleland et au Collège de Olds au cours des trois ans prochaines années. L’ACH investit plus de 1,25$ million dans les programmes de recherche en cours, avec le soutien des éleveurs Hereford provenant de partout au Canada. Nous remercions CRSNG pour sa contribution financière dans la recherche de l’efficacité nette en alimentation. Les fonds d’héritage du Bonanza et les fonds de recherche pour la race Hereford ont été également mis en place en 2012 au

Cette année marque ma neuvième et dernière année avec l’association et je suis très fier de la position actuelle de l’association en ce qui concerne le bien-être financier, les programmes de recherche, l’association junior (le programme Junior qui profite du plus grand succès au Canada), la popularité du Canadian Hereford Digest et l’utilisation accrue de la génétique Hereford, tant au niveau national qu’international. sein de la Fondation Keith Gilmore. Je suis heureux de rapporter que plus de 90,000.00 $ en nouveaux fonds sont alloués à l’Association Canadienne Junior Hereford pour les futurs Bonanza. Ce nouveau financement est expliqué plus en détails dans ce numéro du Digest. Lors de sa réunion de novembre, le conseil d’administration de l’ACH a pris la décision d’adopter la technologie de polymorphisme simple de nucléotide (SNP) pour la vérification des parents et le testage d’anomalies génétiques. De plus les membres auront l’option de tester pour les gènes polled/à corne et le gène free-martin. Le Conseil a également approuvé le changement du laboratoire officiel de Maxxam à Guelph pour GenServe à Saskatoon pour tous les tests d’ADN. Ce changement aura lieu en avril ou en mai de cette année, mais le seul changement impliquant nos membres sera l’envoi d’échantillons de poils à GenServe à Saskatoon au lieu de Maxxam. GenServe – anciennement nommé BovaCan était notre laboratoire jusqu’en 2010. Je tiens à préciser que le passage de Maxxam à GenServe n’est pas en raison de mauvais service. C’est simplement dû au fait que GenServe est le laboratoire qui offre les mêmes plate-formes d’analyses d’ADN que l’Association Hereford Américaine et nous souhaiterions nous assurer qu’il n’y ait aucun problème concernant l’analyse de l’ADN avec notre partenaire commercial le plus important. Le changement de technologie est en cours et nos membres resteront compétitifs et compatibles avec d’autres pays qui se adoptent cette technologie. Au fil du temps, cette méthode permettra à l’association de produire des EPD pour les caractéristiques difficiles à mesurer comme indice de consommation et la fertilité. Elle fournira également une augmentation de la précision des données sur les jeunes animaux pour une amélioration génétique plus rapide. En terminant, je tiens à annoncer officiellement que je prendrai ma retraite à la fin de cette année. Le Conseil de l’ACH est au courant de mes intentions depuis mars 2012. Par conséquent, ce n’est pas une nouvelle pour de nombreux membres. Cette année marque ma neuvième et dernière année avec l’association et je suis très fier de la position actuelle de l’association en ce qui concerne le bien-être financier, les programmes de recherche, l’association junior (le programme Junior qui profite du plus grand succès au Canada), la popularité du Canadian Hereford Digest et l’utilisation accrue de la génétique Hereford, tant au niveau national qu’international. Pendant ma dernière année, j’essayerai d’assister au plus de ventes, d’expositions et d’autres événements que possible pour pouvoir discuter de vive voix avec nos membres et les producteurs commerciaux qui nous entourent. 121

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2012 year end summary - committee reports Canadian Hereford Association Marketing Report

By Doug Finseth

Hereford Breed Improvement Report

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There is no doubt, the biggest marketing event ever undertaken by the Canadian Hereford Association (CHA), since 1976, had to be the World Hereford Conference in July. The event resulted in great exposure for our breed and breeders both domestically and internationally. It was certainly the major beef event in Canada in 2012. Chances are, this conference will not return to Canada for another thirty years, if ever, so thanks to those exhibitors and CHA members who attended and helped make it such a great success. Other noteworthy marketing events and activities include: • The “More Efficient means More Hereford” ad campaign, run in the Canadian Cattlemen magazine, which has been effective in positioning the Hereford breed as the feedefficient one within the cow-calf and feedlot sectors of the industry. • The CHA provided sponsorships to the provincial cattlemen association conventions in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba and Ontario, to maintain the profile of Herefords with commercial producers. • The CHA assisted with the successful Hereford Genes event at Farmfair, the serving of coffee and doughnuts at the commercial cattle show at Agribition and at the Royal Winter Fair. • The final major marketing activity has been to support the Canadian exporters of Hereford genetics to Russia and Kazakhstan. Gordon Stephenson participated in government missions to both countries and was a speaker at the opening of the Canada-Russia consulting centre in Orenburg, Russia in October. The Canadian Hereford Association also signed letters of understanding with the National Kazakh WhiteHeaded Breeders Association while in Orenburg, to ensure this region of Russia continues to purchase its genetics from Canada.

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By Doug Mann

C H AI R M A N H ER EFO R D B R EED I M PR OV EM EN T CO M M IT T EE

It is indeed an honour to be asked to chair the HBI committee. I have been a CHA Director and HBI committee member for a couple of years now and am excited about the breed and the direction it is headed. I hope I can provide the guidance and commitment that Chad Nicholas gave to this committee. I will have big shoes to fill. We, as a committee, will continually evaluate and put forth ideas and tools that will move breed programs and our breed forward. During the past year, the HBI committee dealt with the ongoing topic of genomics. The whole field of genomics continues to evolve and we continue to learn as we go. We are currently in the process of collecting enough DNA from Canadian Herefords so as to build a training panel for our cattle. As more animals are tested, the accuracy of the data will increase and eventually we can have our own Genetically Enhanced Expected Progeny Differences (GE-EPDs). This should allow for more accuracy in the EPDs of very young animals. A feed efficiency project involving 300 Hereford bull calves annually for 3 years is currently underway in Alberta. The 2012 born bull calves were sourced from across Canada with participants paying for feed and yardage. Data collected will include rate of gain, ultrasound carcass data, DNA information, feed conversion, and feed efficiency. The ultimate goal will be the possible development of feed efficiency EPD. August was the launch of the 3, 4, or 5-star breeder program. The program is designed to reward those breeders who COMPLETELY and accurately supply performance information to the CHA. Those breeders that qualify will be able to use the 3, 4, or 5-star logo in their advertising and be recognized in the Digest. Other topics currently under discussion are: • Conversion of DNA testing from microsatellite to SNP to stay in alignment with U.S. testing methods • A DNA test with very high accuracy for homozygous or heterozygous polled • The ability to use data collected on BIXS to enhance our breeds carcass EPDs • Gestation length The following CHA members have been invaluable in their wisdom and insight into many of the topics discussed by the HBI Committee in the past year: Chad Nicholas (Past Chair), Jean Tetreault, Wally Pugh, Andy Schuepbach, Randy Radau, Don Richardson, Ross Bricker, Jay Cross, Val Wells, Gordon Stephenson and Jeff Hyatt.

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2012 year end summary Show Committee Report

DIAMOND T HEREFORDS By Daryl Kirton C H AI R M A N

Although we won’t have any bulls for the East Central Bull Sale this year, watch for sons of Diamond T 49T Lad 10X next year!

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The show committee is made up of a representative from each province, all of whom meet at the Canadian Hereford Association (CHA) annual meeting or by conference call, if the need arises, to review MOE (Mark of Excellence) show rules and make recommendations to the CHA board. This past year there were 27 MOE shows across Canada, from June to late November. There were a couple of rule changes made this year by the committee, as follows:

There were a couple of rule changes made this year by the committee, as follows: Rule 5e of the MOE show rules and the clause, “Calves must be a minimum of three months of age”, was removed. Added to the MOE show rules is a clause on unethical fitting and tampering with Livestock, to match the rule that Agribition has had in place for some time. Canada after Agribition & Toronto.

DIAMOND-T 10Z LAD 4Z

Tim, Dianne, Katelyn & Levi Westerlund Rule 5e of the MOE show rules and the clause, “Calves must be a minimum of three months of age”, was removed. Added to the MOE show rules is a clause on unethical fitting and tampering with Livestock, to match the rule that Agribition has had in place for some time. The show committee is always open to suggestions or recommendations to improve our MOE shows. If you have anything you would like to talk about or would like presented to the show committee, please call or discuss it with your provincial representative or send me an e-mail at 3-d-l@telus.net.

Box 314, Oyen, Alberta T0J 2J0 Phone: 403-676-2086 Email: diamondt@netago.ca

Stop in and see the bulls

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Feedlot Merit Index

Maternal Productivity Index

The Feedlot Merit Index (FMI) is a combination of terminal traits that are important to profitability. A difference in FMI between bulls represents a difference between the progeny of those bulls to be more profitable feeder cattle. The goals of the FMI are to monitor and keep costs reasonable for the cow/calf and feedlot producer, while still deriving the best returns from carcasses, keeping in mind the price discrimination that occurs based upon carcass merit and the predominant breed composition of the Canadian commercial cow herd. This index is designed for use in terminal situations only (i.e. no replacements retained in a herd). The FMI is an excellent tool to increase the carcass potential of the progeny of bulls that are sold into terminal sire programs. The FMI Trait leader list contains active sires (sired at least 1 calf in the last 2 years) with an FMI EPD in the top 20% of the breed and an accuracy of at least 0.60.

The Maternal Productivity Index (MPI) is a combination of maternal traits that are important to profitability. The index is designed to help producers make effective maternal selection decisions. Animals with a high MPI will be expected to raise progeny that will perform at a more profitable level, but remember that MPI does not place a specific dollar value on that performance. It is simply a tool to compare two or more animals. The MPI EPD can be used to increase the maternal productivity of a herd by using bulls with a high MPI, culling cows with a low MPI, or mating high MPI animals to low MPI animals to increase the maternal productivity of their offspring. The top MPI dam list contains active dams (have had at least one calf in the last 2 years) with an MPI EPD in the top 10% of the breed and a minimum accuracy of at least 0.39.

Moderate and balanced selection for both MPI & FMI will produce progeny with desirable maternal and carcass traits. Name

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CANADIAN HEREFORD ASSOCIATION ADMINISTRATIVE FEE CHANGES The following fee increases have been approved at the November 2012 CHA board meeting of the Canadian Hereford Association and have taken effect this January: Declaration of Loss (replacement papers) Board approved fee increase from $10 to $25 The fee for replacing lost papers has been $10 for over 25 years. Years ago, this declaration had to be signed by a Commissioner of Oaths, before the paper could be replaced. This requirement was a nuisance and therefore removed quite a few years ago. However, the association is experiencing a marked increase in papers declared lost. The $10 fee often wasn’t incentive enough to try harder to find the missing papers. Replacing lost papers causes the CHA staff considerable administrative work. (Consideration is given to those whose papers are destroyed in a fire, flood or other legitimate disaster. In such cases, the General Manager should be able to authorize a reduced fee. Papers lost en route from the CHA to breeders through Canada Post are replaced at no charge.) Semen Certificates Board approved discontinuing the Book of Ten semen certificates and reducing the cost of individual semen certificates to $20.00 from $25.00 The cost of semen certificates has been $25 each or a Book of Ten for $150. When the Book of Ten went from $100 to $150 dollars a few years ago, the fee for an individual semen certificate did not go up. The system has worked well electronically except for Books of Ten, due to complications related to possession of the paper certificates. A compromise was reached to discontinue the Book of Ten discount while lowering the price of individual certificates. Foreign Animals (Imports and Exports) Board approved fee increase from $50 to $100 (50% DISCOUNT IF ALL PAPERWORK IS COMPLETE UPON SUBMISSION) When CHA members import animals from another country, they must apply for registration in Canada. The process includes: s COMPLETING AN h!PPLICATION FOR THE 2EGISTRATION OF A Foreign Animal Imported into Canada” form accompanied by: s 4HE ORIGINAL #ERTIlCATE OF 2EGISTRATION FROM THE FOREIGN association, showing Canadian Ownership s )MPORT $OCUMENTATION IF AVAILABLE s )F A BRED FEMALE A SERVICE CERTIlCATE ISSUED BY THE &OREIGN Association s )F SEMEN WILL BE DRAWN CONlRMATION THAT $.! HAS BEEN obtained on both parents. About 99% of these applications never include all of the necessary documentation causing the CHA staff considerable extra administrative work. The fee increase will help cover the extra resources involved in the registration of a single animal. To encourage the submission of all required documentation, a 50% discount will be offered to those producers who comply. Likewise, when Canadian animals, semen or embryos are exported to other countries, we supply export documentation to the foreign Hereford association so that

the buyer can register calves there, the fee for which has been $50. Export documentation includes an export duplicate of the Registration Certificate, and extended pedigree, DNA genotype certificate(s) and a Clearance of Genetic Defects letter. Before we can release this documentation, we need authorization from the Canadian owners, which requires: * a signature from ALL current Canadian owners.

)F EMBRYOS A COPY OF THE h!PPLICATION FOR )NTERNATIONAL Embryo Movement” OR * If above Movement form is unobtainable, we need a copy of the Embryo Reports and * the number of embryos exported. Bulls (semen exports) often have multiple owners and requests to send export docs often come in with only one signature. The problem with embryos is that the embryo reports often come from different sources. Extra staff time is spent rounding up the required documentation and matching it up with owner signatures. The fee increase may be avoided if all necessary documentation and signatures arrive together. Addition of Tattoo Disclaimers Board approved new fee of $25.00 The CHA has previously not charged for this timeconsuming service. The approved new fee is intended to cover all associated administration costs. Freemartin test: Board approved fee of $40 Although not advertised, the CHA previously facilitated Freemartin testing for those members who have twin females born with a male twin. Freemartin testing can provide an indication of fertility long before the heifer reaches breeding age. Freemartin testing is an optional test now available to the membership. Horned/Polled test: Board approved fee of $60.00 The advancement in DNA technology now offers a test to indicate whether Polled animals are homozygous or heterozygous Polled. Note: This test is optional and will be available in April 2013. Please be advised that the CHA is changing DNA testing laboratories in April of this year. The CHA is moving back to GenServe in Saskatoon due to advancing new SNP technology which this company offers and which is compatible with the DNA tests conducted by the American Hereford Association, thereby making business between American and Canadian breeders more seamless.

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2012 year end summary - provincial reports Ontario

By Robert Thurston O N TA R I O H ER EFO R D A S S O CIATI O N PR E SI D EN T Ron Wells O N TA R I O H ER EFO R D A S S O CIATI O N S EC R E TA RY/ M A N AG ER President Robert Thurston

Secretary/Manager Ron Wells

President’s Report The year 2012 was certainly a year to remember for Ontario Hereford Association members, starting off with our AGM held in Guelph in April where we found the OHA to be in reasonable financial condition (break-even). The breeders in attendance got some exposure to the science of genomics and how it may affect future EPD accuracies, thanks to Dr. Steve Miller, Director of the Centre for the Genetic Improvement of Livestock, University of Guelph. At this meeting we also congratulated Kevin and Kork Frieburger on being selected as the “Commercial Breeder

races and grandstand show. The cattle show, pen show and trade exhibits in Olds were first class as was the “western hospitality”. Back to Ontario on July 23rd as part of the post-conference tour, we hosted 69 international visitors at the Orangeville fairgrounds. There was a people’s choice competition judging 22 pens of cattle exhibited by our Ontario breeders. The winner was Marbren Farms of Coldwater. Lunch was served, followed by some great musical entertainment performed by Emily Flack and friends. Tour guests went on to Schaus Land and Cattle Feedlot and a county museum, then back

The three MOE shows were well-attended with 70-100 head exhibited at each. Lindsay claims to be the 3rd largest MOE show in Canada after Agribition & Toronto. of the Year” for Ontario. Danielle C avanagh of En nism ore was chosen as our 2012 “Hereford Ambassador” who attended many shows and events throughout 2012 representing Ontario Hereford breeders. “Beef-a-rama”, our annual junior show was held in Orillia, June 1st-3rd and thanks to our junior advisor Katelyn McEachren and the McConnell and Ball families, the event was a success with good participation from our juniors and a great set of cattle exhibited. Many of us from Ontario were able to attend the World Conference in Calgary to hear the excellent scientific presentations and see the chuck wagon

to Toronto for dinner. The next day, they visited Niagara Falls, accompanied by Peter and Carol Kirby. By all accounts they enjoyed their visit to Ontario very much. Most of our shows are held in August and September. There were three zone MOE (mark of excellence) shows in 2012, at Orangeville, Lindsay and Carp, respectively. There were also several banner shows in other locations. The three MOE shows were well-attended with 70-100 head exhibited at each. Lindsay claims to be the 3rd largest MOE show in Canada after Agribition & Toronto. The Ontario sale weekend is the 3rd

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weekend in September and creates a lot of excitement within the breed for both consignors and breeders wishing to purchase seedstock. The sales were very strong and well attended by breeders from across Canada and the USA . Our premier show event was the Eastern National Hereford Show at the Royal Winter Fair in Toronto November 1-3. There were 55 exhibitors and 140 head of cattle for the open show November 3rd, which was held in honour of

In 2013, Ontario hosts the Canadian National Hereford Show and we invite you to come and bring your best to the 2013 Royal Winter Fair. Brian and Wendy Fagan of Dalmuir Farms, Lindsay Ontario. The show was judged by Justin Morrison of Radville, Saskatchewan. In 2013, Ontario hosts the Canadian National Hereford Show and we invite you to come and bring your best to the 2013 Royal Winter Fair. I wish you and your families all the best in 2013. Robert Thurston

OHA hosts World Hereford Conference guests at Orangeville fairgrounds.

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Secretary-Manager’s Report Two thousand and twelve started out on a very positive note for the Ontario Hereford Association (OHA) and its members. An aggressive ending to one year launches you into the next. The demand for Hereford genetics, both domesticallyand internationally, has created considerable enthusiasm. This was evident in our shows and more importantly, in our fall sales, where record averages were achieved. When life is evident within an association, it attracts attention, especially for those seeking such. We welcomed seven new members into our Association in 2012, who have already been a great asset. The Ontario Hereford News just keeps gaining more and more readership. We are excited to compile this publication as it serves as a vital link to the commercial producers across Eastern Canada and beyond. Those who use this publication as a media know the benefits of being visible – yes, the printed page is still a preference for many. We are proud of our Canadian publication, the Canadian Hereford Digest and the work that Brad and his crew put into it, and our Ontario magazine is just a supplement to the digest as we take a little closer look at our Province’s membership and their activities. The 2013 Canadian National Hereford Show to be held at the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair at Toronto, early November, 2013, will be an excellent expanded event, with many perks for those who plan on exhibiting and attending. So mark it on your calendar now and watch for further details that will be posted throughout the year. The event includes the National Futurity Show and Junior Showmanship competitions. At the 2012 Royal Winter Fair, we had

an associate membership ticket draw for the 2012 ‘Dreamgirl’ heifer that was won by Valerie Cooke of Peterborough, Ontario, who in turn gave ‘Hill’s Foxy 164Z’ the entry of Hill’s Hereford & Angus, Rockwood, to her sister Kimberly - a

OHA Annual General Meeting, to be held at Peterborough at the Holiday Inn Waterfront on April 12th and 13th, 2013. This is always an energetic vibrant venue. Share viewpoints, discuss association business and don’t forget that this is

Our congratulations to Burt Grundy, one of our Ontario CHA directors, on being elected as the new Canadian Hereford Association President. Hereford Young Gun member. Thank you Greg, for your entry and congratulations on winning the $4,000 for your heifer and our best wishes to the Cookes. Your President, Robert Thurston, has covered in detail many of the other activities held throughout the past year in our province. We thank Bob for his leadership and diligence throughout the year and look forward to going ahead into a bright future for our association. Many hours of personal involvement and travel expense is volunteered by

where you also elect some of your board representatives. The 2013 Ambassador will also be chosen that week-end. It will be a great time to celebrate the end of winter and to give us a springboard leap into those beautiful, busy spring days. If you are sourcing excellent breeding stock, consider that Ontario will be hosting the 2014 Bonanza and CHA-AGM at Lindsay July 29th – August 2nd. There are breeders who are offering great deals to Juniors who purchase and show at this event, so get in on the specials early as you work towards achieving your goals

Your attendance is welcomed at the OHA Annual General Meeting, to be held at Peterborough at the Holiday Inn Waterfront on April 12th and 13th, 2013 your board of directors. Please be sure to take time and thank them for their interest in promoting our breed. Once again, those who take leadership with our Juniors deserve a special ‘Thank You’. Kaitlyn and the zone adult advisors have truly put a lot of effort into this youth program. Our congratulations to Burt Grundy, one of our Ontario CHA directors, on being elected as the new Canadian Hereford Association President. Your attendance is welcomed at the

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at this venue. Let us take this opportunity to thank our Canadian Hereford Association board of directors, Gordon Stephenson, General Manager, and all those who work throughout the year in our Canadian office. You are appreciated! May this New Year be filled with special blessings for all our membership, their families and friends. Ron Wells

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By Stephanie Kopeechuk The Manitoba Hereford Association (MHA) and its members have had a very busy and successful 2012. The fall sales in both the purebred and commercial sectors have been strong and have been very positive for the Hereford breed. The MHA started the year with its Annual Meeting on January 7th, 2012. At that meeting, our Commercial Breeder of the Year award was presented to Edmund L. Russell, of Ashern, Manitoba. The board is still seeking nominations

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on June 30th, 2012 at Killarney, Manitoba and was judged by Jeff Lees of Arcola, Saskatchewan. Complete results can be seen on the MHA website. Probably the most exciting of the past year was the World Hereford Conference that was held in Olds, Alberta. Several of our Manitoba breeders were in attendance and were able to bring back some banners, of which we are very proud of as an association. We would like to congratulate these breeders on their achievements.

Two major Hereford highlights at the 2012 Manitoba Livestock Expo (MLE): A Hereford heifer (the first time ever since the show has been run) won the Champion Little Lady Classic Jackpot over all breeds; and a Hereford bull won the MLE Supreme show, for the second year in a row. for the 2013 Commercial Breeder of the Year. A new Stewardship Award has also been developed by the MHA and presentation of that award will also be done at our Annual Meeting. Several Manitoba Hereford breeders attended “Manitoba Ag Days” with Hereford bulls displayed at the Bull Congress. The number of Hereford breeders attending this event has seen an increase over the past several years, showing that there is more enthusiasm among our breeders. This is a great way to get your bulls out on display and meet many commercial and purebred breeders. Manitoba Ag Days will be running again from January 15th to January 17th, 2013 and we are sure to see a large number of Hereford bulls on display again. The MHA display board continues to be put on display at all of our Hereford sales and shows, and Phil & Vivian Jones continue to donate their time to travel throughout Manitoba to man that display. The MHA Summer MOE Show was held 128

The Post Conference Tour was hosted by RSK Farms and the MHA Field Day was combined with the tour. This was held on July 21st, 2012 and complete results of the show can also be seen on the MHA website, along with a video. The MHA Fall 2012 MOE show was held in conjunction with the Manitoba Livestock Expo, with the Hereford show being held on Saturday, November 3rd. Our judge was Bill Biglieni, of WLB Livestock, who did an excellent job sorting through all the classes. It was very gratifying to see our entries increase this year to one of our biggest MOE shows ever. There were 85 entries, of which 82 head attended the show. Complete results of the show can be seen on the MHA website. Two major Hereford highlights at the 2012 Manitoba Livestock Expo (MLE): A Hereford heifer (the first time ever since the show has been run) won the Champion Little Lady Classic Jackpot over all breeds; and a Hereford bull won the MLE Supreme show, for the second year in a row. This is a huge accomplishment for the Hereford breed.

The MHA Good As Gold Sale was held on Thursday December 6th, 2012. There were 31 live lots and one embryo lot consigned to the sale. The high-selling bred heifer was GRH 83T Image 22Y for $6,600.00, consigned by Greenridge Farms. The high-selling heifer calf was GRH 83T Accent 1Z for $5,000.00, also consigned by Greenridge Farms. And the high selling bull calf was RSK 7W Big Bang ET 19Z for $3,000.00, consigned by RSK Farms. The Rimke family of AM Ranching, donated a heifer calf to the Manitoba Junior Hereford Association (MJHA) which was raffled off at the sale. All proceeds went to the MJHA to help with Bonanza 2013. The bidding was strong on the tickets and $5,760.00 was raised by the juniors. The lucky winner of MAR 33T Febreeze 189Z was Roselawn Polled Herefords from Killarney. Thank you to AM Ranching for your support of the junior program. The juniors also held a pie auction with the sales very strong on some of those pies. Hope everyone enjoyed them! (I sure did!) The M HA awards a $5 0 0.0 0 gif t certificate to a 4-H member who has shown either a Hereford influence female or steer for their achievement project. This year’s recipient was Samantha Rimke, from Oak Lake, Manitoba. Samantha used her gift certificate to purchase FBF 55S Alisa 14Z at the Good As Gold Sale. Congratulations Samantha and good luck with your new purchase. Several Manitoba Hereford breeders were able to export females to Russia and Kazahkstan this year. These export opportunities are a positive step for our breed and we as breeders must continue to maintain the quality and numbers to support these exports. =We are looking forward to what 2013 brings. We would like to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and good health and prosperity in the New Year.

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By Marilyn Charlton President Chris Lees

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General Manager Marilyn Charlton

It is always pleasing when you are able to report a strong year for the Hereford breed in our province. The strength of the fall production sales and the continuing renewal of the Hereford bull market have led to optimism and enthusiasm for the future of our breed. As an association, we value our membership but realize that we need to continue to work on attracting and retaining that membership into the future. The year started off with the Northwest Saskatchewan Hereford Club’s annual meeting in February. Elected President was Stan Lock of Macklin and Lance Leachman, of Maidstone, took over the Secretary/Treasurer duties from Raymond Bygrove who had held that position for the past 36 years. The club also held its annual Field Day in August, hosted by Tom Hougham and family of Frenchman Butte, Saskarchewan. The club has been honoring purebred and commercial breeders for 4 0 years, for their continued support of the Hereford industry. Recipients for 2012 were: Buddy Leachman and Greg Ramsay, both named Purebred Breeders of the Year; Diamond J Cattle Company, named Commercial Breeder of the Year; and Carl Ramsay, who received the Young Gun Award. The Southeast Hereford zone held its annual meeting in April where Jeff Lees, of Arcola, Saskatchewan, was elected President and Chad Wilson, Wawota, Sk., was elected Vice President. The zone also recognized Ted Steeves, of Carnduff and Walter Bieber of Wolseley, for their dedication and promotion of the Hereford breed. Their M.O.E. (Mark of Excellence) Field Day was held in August and hosted by Brooks Farms, of Alameda, Saskatchewan. The Saskatchewan Hereford Association held its annual meeting in June at Saskatoon, in conjunction with the T-Bar Invitational Golf Tournament. Elected

as President is Doug Mann, of Swift Current. Karen Lischka of Steelman, was elected Vice President. Newly elected to the board to serve a three-year term were Karen Wagner, of Ogema and Lyal Heidecker of Middle Lake. Murray Andrews, of Moose Jaw, was elected to the Canadian Hereford Association Board of Directors. Congratulations to the organizers of the 5th Annual T-Bar Invitational that raised over $42,000 for youth in the beef industry. Eight national junior breed associations, representing 2,041 members will benefit from the generosity of the event’s sponsors. The Saskatchewan Junior Hereford Association is kept busy with the leadership of their adult advisor, Karen Wagner. This year, the juniors took part in the events of Bonanza and the World Hereford Conference, Beef-A-Rama in July in conjunction with the Glenavon Fair and the showmanship competition held during Canadian Western Agribition. T h e a s s o c i a ti o n w a s p l e a s e d to announce the induction of Edward Heidecker into the Canadian Hereford Association Memorial Scroll. Ed was very active in his community as well as being a great ambassador for the Hereford breed. The Hereford show at Canadian Western Agribition continues to draw a record number of entries which include exhibitors from across Canada and the

event moving to the Hereford barn following the Hereford show. Added to the Red Coat was the Heifer Jackpot that gave each ticket holder the opportunity to pick the crowd favorite. The ticket holders that picked the favorite heifer went into a draw. The Jackpot Heifer was PCL Rita 425X 38Z an entry from Phantom Creek Livestock of Swift Current, Saskatchewan. The winning ticket holder was drawn and Wanda Mann won the jackpot of $1,380.00! The Red Coat Classic Grand Prize ticket was drawn and J5 Ranch, Geret Jensen of Ceylon, Saskatchewan, selected BlairAthol 3W Shasta 40Z an entry of Blair Athol Farms, Arcola, Saskatchewan, who took home $10,000 cash! Fo r t h e f i f t h ti m e i n t h e s h ow ’s history, a Hereford bull has won the RBC Supreme Challenge at Canadian Western Agribition! Congratulations to Hirsche Herefords and Angus Ltd, High River, Alberta, WSV Farm & Ranch LLC, Calhan, Colorado and Upstream Ranch, Nebraska, for winning Supreme Champion Bull at Agribition - one of the most prestigious awards in the beef in industry in Canada - with UPS UPTOWN ET. UPTOWN was the Grand Champion Horned Hereford Bull at this year’s Agribition and at the 2012 World Hereford Conference in July at Olds, Alberta. The Saskatchewan Hereford Association looks forward to the coming year and

Congratulations to Hirsche Herefords and Angus Ltd, High River, Alberta, WSV Farm & Ranch LLC, Calhan, Colorado and Upstream Ranch, Nebraska, for winning Supreme Champion Bull at Agribition - one of the most prestigious awards in the beef in industry in Canada - with UPS UPTOWN ET. United States. The Agribition Hereford sale sold 19 lots that grossed $124,550 and averaged $6,555.26. The Red Coat Classic experienced a change of format this year with the

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2012 year end summary - provincial reports A L B E R TA

By Leonard Poholka A LB ER TA H ER EFO R D A S S O CIATI O N PR E SI D EN T & Michele Rutledge A LB ER TA H ER EFO R D A S S O CIATI O N M A N AG ER President Leonard Poholka Manager Michele Rutledge

PRESIDENT’S REPORT Well, I understand that the Hereford sales this past fall went very well. I really wanted to make it to all the Hereford events, but only managed to get to Farmfair with my own cattle. Congratulations to all those who were successful selling in sales or privately. Thank you to everyone that promoted Herefords at shows, special Hereford influence sales, or in any other way. Your efforts are appreciated. Huge

As you sell bulls and females, please remember that transferring their papers to the new owners directly funds the AHA’s ability to promote Herefords in various ways. All breeders can benefit from our promotions in proportion to the number of breeding stock sold. congratulations to Hirsche Herefords on exhibiting the Supreme Champion Bull at Agribition! (Bull is also owned with WSV Farm & Ranch LLC, Calhan, Colorado and Upstream Ranch, Nebraska). As you sell bulls and females, please remember that transferring their papers to the new owners directly funds the AHA’s ability to promote Herefords in various ways. All breeders can benefit from our promotions in proportion to the number of breeding stock sold. There’s certainly an advantage to pooling promotional dollars. The next step after pooling funds is to 130

contribute your ideas and your time to our cause. The AHA AGM will be hosted by the Peace River Hereford Club this summer. Watch for details on the AGM and come join us. I’ve been attending AGM’s since 1986 and find it beneficial to take part, one reason being, the election of directors. Start thinking about who you would like to see on our board. I think that being part of our board is not about politics, as some people say. It’s about volunteerism, the gathering of ideas, and helping decide how best to distribute the funds available. Some people suggest that we need to find young people for our board. I argue that we need the right people for the job and that there’s value in wisdom and experience. Please let it be known who you think should be elected this year. Maybe it’s you! Leondard Poholka MANAGER’S REPORT The year 2012 was indeed a special year for Alberta Hereford Breeders and the Alberta Hereford Association (AHA). The World Hereford Conference was the absolute highlight and the Canadian Hereford Association coordinated an excellent event. The Alberta Hereford Association sponsored a variety of events throughout 2012, including: •Provided 225 Bernie Brown prints to 4-H members who showed Hereford or Hereford Influence 4-H projects throughout Alberta. •Provided additional prizes to 4-H members who won Grand or Reserve Champion or Rate of Gain honours at their club, district or regional level when they provided us with a photo of their winning project. •Calgary Stampede Steer Show • C a t tl ewo m e n fo r th e Cu re G o lf Tournament

•Print Advertising campaign with Alberta Beef Magazine •Radio Advertising campaign focusing on spring bull sales •5th Hereford Genes Event @ Farmfair •Pen of 10 crossbred steers and heifers at Balog British Breeds event •Beef Luncheon at Balog British Breeds event •Beef Luncheon at Medicine Hat Pen Show •Major Sponsor of the World Hereford Conference In January 2012, the Northern Alberta Hereford Club participated once again in the Canadian Bull Congress in Camrose. The Central Alberta Hereford Club co-hosted the 2012 Alberta Hereford Association Annual General Meeting at the Olds Golf Club. The day began with a tour of Olds College and the Grow Safe Cattle Feeding System. The Canadian Hereford Association has received federal funding to do a feed efficiency trial with Olds College and Cattleland Feedyards. About 25 interested breeders participated in this tour and information session hosted by the research staff at the College. Several Alberta breeders have already consigned bulls to this project. Honorees at the 2012 AGM are: Purebred Breeder of the Year: Harvie Ranching Hall of Fame Recipients: Mary & the late Welland Bennett, Pyramid Herefords, Klaas & Jenny Brink, Spring Creek Herefords and Merlyn & Eileen Wilson, Rainy Creek Herefords. Commercial Cattleman of the Year: Allan Saar Farming Ltd & Don Saar Cattle Co. Ltd. The new AHA Board of Directors is as follows: Leonard Poholka, President Blair Fenton, Vice President Nels Nixdorff, Past President

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2012 year end summary - provincial reports A L B E R TA

Scott Harvie, Executive Director Directors are Scott Harvie, Glenn Brost, Bill Creech, Brad Dallas, Wilf Edgar, Jennifer Jenkins, Jaime Lutz, Kasey Reber and Allan Wilson. CHA Directors are Doug Finseth, Randy Radau and Andy Schuepbach The Northern Alberta Hereford Club held its 18th Annual Hardisty Field Day in August with over 193 bull calves entered and 18 pens of heifers to be judged. The Grand Champion bull calf was LAMPORTS 23X TRIPLE CROWN 91Z shown by Lamport’s Polled Herefords. Reserve Grand Champion bull calf was YV 915W ZOOM 9Z of YV Ranch, exhibited by Nels Nixdorff. First Place Pen of Heifer Calves went to Bar-RZ Polled Herefords. Another successful Balog Auction British Breeds Beef Luncheon took place in October at Balog Auction. This has become a popular tradition and a wellattended event. The fifth annual Hereford Genes Event @ Farmfair was another great success. A total of 26 bulls were entered. Each breeder who brought a bull invited five commercial cattlemen and their spouses or guests. Each commercial cattleman entered their name for a chance to win the bull of their choice. The owner of the winning bull received $9,000. All of the bulls were paraded out during half time at the Rancher’s Rodeo. The ten names drawn out of the hat for the chance to win a bull were on the sidelines. It was Dale Janzen of Dalmeny, Saskatchewan, who was the lucky commercial cattleman to have his name drawn and he selected a

bull from Breton West Herefords, owned by Leonard Poholka. The winner of the Rancher’s Choice was Crone Herefords of Hardisty, who received $1,500. The second place Rancher’s Choice was Fenton Ranch who received $1,000. Our new Alberta Hereford Association Directory (which is produced every four years) was rolled out just in time for the Calgary Bull Sale in 2012. The AHA thanks the staff at the office of the Canadian Hereford Digest for their work on this project. But the highlight of 2012 was the World Hereford Conference, July, 8 to July 25, 2012 in Calgary and Olds. The AHA committed a total of $30,000, over two years, to this significant event. Given that the WHC had not been in Canada for 36 years this was a very unique opportunity for the AHA. Also, for this special event, the AHA unveiled a new booth as well as a banner stand and we received lots of positive feedback on the new look. The new booth is available to promote Herefords at any event in the province. Please let me know well ahead of time if you would like to use the booth. Michele Rutledge

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Note: The Northern Alberta Hereford Club would like to invite applications for its 2013 Scholarship. Please contact Deb Trefiak at (780) 755-2224 for details. This Scholarship is available to dependents of Northern Alberta Hereford Club members who are pursuing post-secondary education. President: Leonard Poholka Manager: Michele Rutledge Box 325 Breton, AB T0C 0P0 Box 570 Hardisty, AB T0B 1V0 Cell (780) 898-9590 Fax (780) 696-3777 Ph (780) 888-2813 Fax (780) 888-2814 Email: bretonwest@gmail.com Email: abherefords@xplornet.com Website: www.albertaherefords.com

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2012 year end summary - provincial reports BRITISH COLUMBIA

By Daryl Kirton PR E SI D EN T O F T H E B C H ER EFO R D A S S O CIATI O N The 2012 Spring Bull sales had a lower number of consignments than 2011 but higher sale averages than previous years. Most club Field Days were put on hold due to the World Hereford Conference (WHC). Instead, efforts were largely put towards attending the WHC or the pre-tour events. The BCHA website is up and running with thanks going to Don Richardson. Check it out at www.bchereford.ca. T h e Wo rl d H e r efo r d C o nfe r e n c e pre-conference tour through British Columbia was a huge success. It began with the West Coast Hereford Club hosting a display of breeders’ animals and a lunch at Murphy Ridge Farm for over 160 delegates on three buses. Visitors were welcomed in a comfortable setting on a beautiful, sunny, hot day. The tour moved to Copper Creek Ranch for supper and more viewing of BC

very high. The BCHA dissolved its South Okanagan Club due inactivity. Affected breeders will migrate to their next nearest club. BCHA supports 4-H functions throughout the province, recognizing m e m b e r s s h owin g H e refo rd a n d Hereford influence animals in many shows. The BCHA annual general meeting will have a change of venue for 2013. It will be held in Williams Lake in conjunction with the bull sale on April 18th and 19th, 2013 . Please come and join us for some fellowship while possibly choosing your next herd sire. Many BC cattle breeders have been asking for a Hereford female sale. A delegation from the Pacific Invitational All-Breeds Purebred Sale Co. will be making a presentation to the breeders at Williams Lake. This past year, many BC Hereford

The BCHA annual general meeting will have a change of venue for 2013. It will be held in Williams Lake in conjunction with the bull sale on April 18th and 19th, 2013 . Please come and join us for some fellowship while possibly choosing your next herd sire. cattle. Prior to the official start of the tour, many guests visited farms and ranches wh e re th e B C h ospit alit y will b e remembered for years to come. Ten BC breeders exhibited cattle at the WHC national show in Olds, of which several champions were named. The British Columbia Hereford Assocation (BCHA) held its annual meeting in conjunction with the Salmon Arm MOE (Mark of Excellence) show. Entries were down but the quality was 132

breeders were able to export animals and embryos to Russia. BC also has a new adult advisor for the juniors in Catherine Brown. Our junior program has been inactive for the past couple of years but Catherine is working to get it back on track. The BC board wishes all breeders across Canada all the best in 2013! Please remember, if you’re in B.C., our members always have the coffee pot on! Hope to see you at Williams Lake April 18th and 19th.

OTHER BC NEWS………… •The British Columbia Junior Hereford Association (BCJHA) is organizing a Junior Show Event for Sunday, August 11th, in conjunction with the 70th Anniversary Celebration of Little Fort Herefords – at the ranch north of Kamloops on highway 5, We urge all interested juniors from all provinces – experienced or inexperienced (official members, members-to-be or non-members) - to take part in this event! For more information and/or to register, call Catherine Brown at (250) 293-6858 or e-mail Catherine at cabrown@xplornet. ca . -Join the fun activities of the day and meet fellow Hereford breeders -Show Hereford or Hereford influence cattle in Junior show -Par ticipate in a showmanship competition -Learn more about your BC Junior Hereford Association -Pick up some cattle showing and judging skills -See a new region of beautiful B.C.! EVENT: Junior cattle show for Hereford a n d H e refo rd -inf lu e n c e c a t tl e & showmanship competition DATE: Sunday, August 11th, 2013 LOCATION: At the ranch of Little Fort Herefords, north of Kamloops on highway 5 CONTACT: Catherine Brown, BCJHA adult advisor at (250) 293-6858 or e-mail at cabrown@xplornet.ca •The Salmon Arm M.O.E. show in early September has opened its Bull Calf Jackpot show to current-year calves born or from other provinces. For more information, contact Daryl Kirton @ (604) 856-5755 or e-mail Daryl at 3-d-l@telus.net.

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Canadian Junior Hereford Association report 2012 year end summary

ByAmy Troop Th e C a n a dia n J u nio r H e refo r d Association (CJHA) has been very busy over the last year with its projects and fundraisers. Thank you to all of the supporters of our projects! The heifer lotter y resulted in 41 sanctioned sales, offering five draws. The winners of the heifer lottery were

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successful for many years, and through new and continued support, it was a success again this year. Supporters of our projects not only help fund many of our national activities, they help juniors develop strong Hereford genetics within their own herds. I wish to extend thanks again, to our supporters. We can’t thank you

Applications are available at www. hereford.ca . We strongly encourage eligible members to apply. In closing, I would like to introduce you to the new CJHA board for the 20122013 year: President: Amy Troop - Manitoba Vice President: Michelle Schuepbach -Alberta

Supporters of our projects not only help fund many of our national activities, they help juniors develop strong Hereford genetics within their own herds. I wish to extend thanks again, to our supporters. We can’t thank you enough for all that you do. Sarah Nixdorff, Dakota Townsend, Tryten Archibald, Harlow Lees and Jared Ball. This past year, the Heifer Lottery changed a little bit to include all Hereford females, whether they be calves, yearlings or pairs. The 2012 heifer lottery wrapped up at World Hereford Conference along with the CJHA auction. Once updates are made to the CJHA section of the Canadian Hereford Association (CHA) website, we will have a complete list of supporters for both the Heifer lottery and the Auction, at http://www.hereford. ca/projects.asp .

enough for all that you do. I would like to send a warm invitation to ever yone, to at ten d B onanza 2013, in Manitoba. “All dreams lead to Bonanza, 2013” will take place in Brandon, Manitoba, July 29th to August 4th. The host hotel is Canad Inns, which is conveniently located within walking distance of the barns. Keep updated on our website for more information regarding Bonanza: http:// bonanza2013.ca/ Congratulations to our two inductees to the CJHA Honour Roll: Hal Nixdorff of Alberta, and Meghan Black of the

Secretary: Heather Fisher-Leblanc – British Columbia Communications: Danielle Cavanagh - Ontario Delegates: Wyatt Oulton (Maritimes), Colt Mastine (Quebec), Allison Mastine (Quebec), Jay Rimke (Manitoba), Kyra McConnell (Ontario), Caylynne Brown (British Columbia), Bennett Crane (Maritimes), Miranda Heidecker (Saskatchewan), Chase Bennett (Alberta) and Logan Martinson (Saskatchewan).

“All dreams lead to Bonanza, 2013” will take place in Brandon, Manitoba, July 29th to August 4th. Keep updated on our website for more information regarding Bonanza: http://bonanza2013.ca/ There is also the Semen Donation project and the Calendar project. Nomination forms for semen donations have been sent by mail and the full list of bulls is available on the website. If you have not received your nomination forms yet, there is also a printable version on our website. The calendar is one of our major projects. It has been

Maritimes. This is recognition for their outstanding involvement through the CJHA and the Hereford Industry. A second congratulations to the recipients of the Future of the Breeds Scholarship award: Danielle Cavanagh of Ontario, Adam Nixdorff of Alberta, Hal Nixdorff of Alberta and Meghan Black of the Maritimes.

We are extremely excited and honoured to be your junior executive! So please don’t hesitate to contact us if you have any questions, ideas, or suggestions. We would love to hear them! Feel free to contact me or any of our national delegates. All of our contact information is available on the CHA website.

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Thank You from the Canadian Junior Hereford Association!!! Over the past year, the CJHA has received a great deal of support. We would like to take this opportunity to acknowledge the contributions of those who help make the CJHA what it is. Without your participation in programs like the Heifer Lottery, Semen Donation, and the CJHAuction, the CJHA would not enjoy the level of success it does, nor would it be able to boast such a high calibre of Junior Members. THANK YOU! ABH Farms Alberta Beef Producers Alber ta Junior Hereford Association AM Ranching Anderston Herefords ANL Polled Herefords ANL Polled Herefords Source for Success Sale Atlantic Bonus Sale Autumn Alliance XXVIV AXA AXA Polled Herefords Ayrey Herefords Bannockburn Herefords Bar Pipe Bar RZ Herefords Batho Farms Big Gully Farms Big Gully Ranching Birds Hill Blacks Cattle Co. Blair Athol Blair Athol/Haroldson & Friends Agribition Sale Bonanza 2013 Bonaventure Herefords Breton West Herefords Brost Land & Cattle Brost Land & Cattle Company C&T Cattle Co. Take the Next Step Sale Carter Auctioneer Cayley Cattle Co. Cedarwood Polled Hereford Chris Poley Auctioneer Chula Bista Polled Church Ranch Clay Enterprises Cliffs/Charlton Farms CLL Holdings Copper Creek Ranch Coppertone Corbiell Herefords Corp Creek Farm 134

Coulee Crest Herefords Coulee Crest Ranch Craig Flewlling Craigs Ranching Crane Cattle Co Crittenden Bros Crittenden Brothers Polled Herefords Dallas Farms Denmark Herefords DKC Herefords Dorbay Polled Herefords Double J Polled Herefords Doug Troop Herefords Earlybird Farms & Guests Elm Lodge Fenton Hereford Ranch Finland Herefords Fiona Woollatt Fossay Cattle Co Georgia Pawlitza Germany Herefords Gleich Herefords Glennethy Farms Grosvenor/JDL Cattle Guilford Hereford Ranch GWG Polled Herefords Hannah Braithwaite Happy Hollow Harvie Ranching Hereford America Hi-Cliffe Holloway Farms Ireland Herefords James Ludgate Jay, Samantha & Levi Rimke JoNomn Herefords JR Kuntz Livestock Justamere Farms Justamere Ranches K-Cow K-Cow Ranch Kevin & Joanne Fraser KLR Polled Herefords Kootenay Polled Herefords

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December 13, 1984 - September 22, 2012 It is with regret that the CHA announces the passing of Bobby Allan Vargo on Saturday, September 22nd, 2012. Bobby Vargo of Mound City South Dakota, U.S.A., died suddenly at the age of 27 years. Bobby Vargo was born December 13th, 1984 to Glen and Lynn (Clarke) Vargo in Yorkton, Saskatchewan. He attended Kipling High School in Kipling, Saskatchewan. Bobby was very involved in 4-H and hockey and was an active Canadian Junior Hereford Association member. Bobby went on to Junior College at Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture in Curtis, Nebraska, where he specialized in Livestock Judging. He then went on to Oklahoma Panhandle State University and continued his studies in Livestock Judging, graduating in May of 2007. He married KaAnn Silvey on July 14ht, 2007 at Guymon, Oklahoma. Bobby worked for Murphy Brown as manager trainee for one year after graduation. Bobby and KaAnn moved to the Herreid area in September, 2008 where Bobby began working for PIC (Pig Improvement Company) as Breeding Department Head for three years. He was recently promoted to Site 1 Manager, which was his dream job. Bobby is survived by his loving wife KaAnn of Mound City, son Hudson Coy Vargo of Mound City, and baby Vargo, due on March 27th, 2013. He is also survived by his parents, Glen and Lynn Vargo of Kipling, Saskatchewan, brother Austin Vargo of Kipling, Saskatchewan, sister Ashley Caouette and husband (Scott) and nephew Carson Caouette, all of Estevan, Saskatchewan; grandmother Eva Clarke of Spy Hill, Saskatchewan; father and mother-in- law Travis and Judy Silvey of Walsh, Colorado, brother-in-law Jason Silvey, of Guymon, Oklahoma, sister and brother-in-law Justin and Cassie House, nephew Lynnox House and niece Leighton House all of Boise City, Oklahoma.

VICTORIA LOUISE FAIRBAIRN 1950 – November 9, 2012 It is with regret that the CHA announces the sudden passing of Vicki Fairbairn (nee Radonicich) at the age of 62 on her ranch in rural Lumby on November 9th, 2012. Vicki is survived by her loving husband, Rick, of 44 years and her children, Deb (Brent) Luchene and Jeff Fairbairn. She is also survived by Brittany and Dawson Luchene, her two loving grandchildren whom she loved dearly, as well as her siblings: two sisters, Suzan and Michelle, and three brothers: Peter, Robert, and Mike. Vicki was predeceased by her parents, Louis and Dixie. Vicki was born in Connecticut, U.S.A. and grew up in Belleville, Ont. At the age of 18, while flying with the Prince Edward Flying Club in Picton, Ontario, she became the youngest commercial flight instructor in North America. It was while teaching there that she met the love of her life, Rick - one of her students. After spending many years in Ontario, Vicki and Rick moved to British Columbia, where she eventually found her own piece of heaven on earth on the ranch. It was there that she spent the remainder of her life raising and caring for cattle and rescuing and riding her beloved horses. Her dogs always came along while checking the herd and she was very proud of how every year she could get her garden to grow “even better than the last”. Vicki had tremendous insight into animals and their needs, was loved by all that knew her and was an untiring, enthusiastic mentor to many, always putting everything and everyone ahead of her own needs, even up until her very last breath.

DENNIS FLADELAND 1946 - October 27, 2012 It is with regret that the CHA announces the passing of Dennis Loren Fladeland, of Gladmar, Saskatchewan, who passed away October 27th, 2012, at the age of 66. Dennis was predeceased by his sister Judy, his father-in-law, Obert Lund and his brother-in-law, Mitch Lund. Dennis is survived by his wife Valerie, Gladmar; his children, Bret (Oksana), Calgary, Alberta and their children, Gabriel and Mila, Bridget, Langenburg, Ian (Jody), Weyburn and their daughter, Hannah, Paul (Sarah), Torquay and their children, Sam, Kelsie and Mya; his parents: Ted and Gertie, Gladmar; siblings: Wayne (Wendy), Karen (Dwayne) Fettes, Dianne (Greg) Dedora, Murray (Tracie); his mother-in-law, Inez Lund; two brothers-in-law: Laine (Lana) Lund, Glen (Terrie) Lund as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

MICHAELENE WARNYCA August 12, 1925 - October 20, 2012 It is with regret that the CHA announces the passing of Michaelene Warnyca (nee Zrymiak), beloved wife of the late William Warnyca, Montmartre, Indian Head, Saskatchewan. Michaelene passed away in the ICU at the Pasqua Hospital in Regina, Saskatchewan on October 20th, 2012, with family by her side, at the age of 87 years. Michaelene was born in Opariwka, Poland on August 12th, 1925 to Paul and Emily (Mentus) Zrymiak. She immigrated to Canada in 1933 with her mother to join her father, who had already been in Canada since 1928. Her father had worked on numerous farms prior to obtaining his own farm in the Glenavon district. His farming consisted of wheat and Aberdeen Angus cattle. Michaelene received her teacher’s certificate and taught school in Vandura, Wawota, Findlater, Manor and Stoughton, Saskatchewan. She married William on August 28th, 1954. William and Michaelene have two children: son Thomas William and daughter Kathryn Ann. In 1954, with the assistance of Michaelene’s superannuation money, William and Michaelene started a purebred Hereford operation known as W-T-K Farms and raised purebred Hereford cattle until 2000 when the herd was sold. The W-T-K Farm was known to host people from around the world to view the purebred livestock and it was Michaelene’s warm hospitality along with her tables filled with wonderful food that graciously entertained so many. Her knowledge of pedigrees and livestock complimented her husband’s livestock abilities, as they travelled to many North American livestock sales and shows together. She was one of the women livestock pioneers and a mentor to many other women with her engaging and willing smile, warm heart and ever ready mischievous wit. She had a dignified and definite point of view and was always willing to share it. She loved nature and to garden as flowers always graced her yards. Michealene was predeceased by her parents Paul and Emily, one sister MaryAnn Schramm, and one brother Michael in infancy.

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BRIAN YOUNG 1957 – November 2012 It is with regret that the Canadian Hereford Association announces the passing of Quebec Hereford breeder Brian Young, at 55 years of age, on November 2nd, 2012 at the CHUS Hôtel-Dieu. Brian lived at Ste-Edwidge, Quebec and is survived by his partner Linda Lanctôt, his two daughters, April (Steven Bourgault) and Tamara (Kevin Nadeau), as well as his grandson Dawson, of whom he was very proud. He is also survived by his mother Joyce Lyons, and his stepchildren, Sébastien and Cynthia Lafond (Loic Sheehy); his siblings, Arlie (Patty Coe), Gary (Carly), Bev (Kevin Sheldon), Donna (Tim Willis) and Shane (Kim); his parents-in-law Pierette and Jean-Yves Lanctôt; his brothers and sisters-in-law, Daniel (Diane), Nicole (Alain), Alain (Joëlle), and Suzanne (Marc) and Mélanie, along with many cousins and friends. Brian had a fun spirit and was a true supporter of the Hereford breed in Quebec, being one of the prominent breeder/ exhibitors at Quebec’s top livestock exhibitions. He greeted fellow breeders and exhibitors with a smile and had a fun-loving personality, always willing to help others. The family wishes to thank Dr. José Beaulieu, as well as the staff at CHUS Fleurimont and at Hotel-Dieu for their good care of Brian. In lieu of flowers, the family says they would appreciate donations to the Canadian Cancer Society.

JEREMY SMITH November 26, 1981 – October 28, 2012 Jeremy Smith, loving husband to Judit Bokor-Smith, and father of Dakota (three years) and Novia (one year). Jeremy grew up on a seventh generation family farm in Mount Hope, Ontario (PWS Polled Herefords) where he raised purebred Hereford cattle with his parents Patti and Wayne Smith, older brother Josh and younger sister Meagan. At the age of 10, Jeremy bought his first purebred Hereford cow to start his own purebred herd and began his 4-H and open show career, which resulted in many successes at the National Junior Beef Heifer Show and the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair open Hereford shows along with his grandfather, Edward, and uncle, Peter Stubbs of Lazy Boy Farms. Jeremy went into a career as a Lineman with Hydro One and purchased a farm with his wife. He already started his girls with purebred heifers in their own names. Over the past year, Jeremy bravely fought cancer and passed away October 28, 2012. He will forever be lovingly remembered by his familyand friends. His love of cattle and sports was only surpassed by his love for his family.

ROBERT HUGH (BOB) THOMSON December 8,1926 – November 30, 2012 It is with regret that the Canadian Hereford Association announces the passing of Robert Hugh Thomson, suddenly, at his home on Thomson Farm at Miami, Manitoba, on Friday, November 30th, 2012, where he had spent his entire life. Always quiet-spoken, he had two main passions in his life - the cattle business and sports. Bob worked diligently to develop a prize-winning polled Hereford herd. He spent many years playing baseball throughout Manitoba and was inducted into the Manitoba Baseball Hall of Fame in 1999. Bob also played organized hockey for more than 40 years, where he won numerous awards and was known for his gentlemanly play. Bob was predeceased by his father, John Ray Thomson, his mother Annie Stirling Thomson, his brother Dr. Jack Thomson (Myrtle) and his brother Bruce. He is survived by his brother Peter (Pat) and nephews, Rae (Judy), Craig (Heather), Peter (Celia), Robert and their families.

NORAH GILLESPIE May 21st, 1928 – December 2012 It is with regret that the CHA announces the passing of Norah Gilliespie. Norah was born May 21st, 1928 in Aneroid, Saskatchewan, to Ray and Stella. She rode horseback six miles to Alloah School with her siblings for her first 10 years of schooling and attended school in Kincaid for part of grade 11, before going home to help her father look after the ranch 25 miles south of Mankota. In 1949, she married Donald Gillespie and the two of them went to work for Evans McNabb on a ranch southeast of Val Marie, into which they put their hearts and souls for nine years, while building themselves a small herd of Angus cattle and starting a family. Sons Doug and Don and daughter Lois were all born while they were there. In 1960, the opportunity arose to purchase the ranch where Norah had grown up. For the next 50 years, she and Donald built up a herd of purebred Hereford cattle that have gone on to earn national and international acclaim. The science and breeding behind these animals were a passion that Norah held until the end. In 1963, a third son, Darwin was born and it was Darwin who lovingly nurtured her through the last weeks of her life. She served as General Leader of the Mankota 4-H Club for two years, sharing her knowledge, experience and passion for cattle with the young people of the area. She was one of the founding members of the Mankota Stockman’s Weigh Company Ranchettes, who served meals for all thecrews, buyers and sellers at the fall sales. Norah and Donald received the Hereford Breeder of Distinction Award in 2005, and have been placed on the Honour Roll of both the Canadian Hereford Association and the Saskatchewan Livestock Association. Norah became a life member of the Saskatchewan Stockgrowers Association in 1979. For many years, she served as barn boss at Agribition in Regina each fall. Although it was a lot of hard work, she enjoyed meeting and visiting all those people who shared her interests. As Norah had long suffered with diabetes, and her kidneys were beginning to fail, in October 2011, Donald and Norah left their beloved ranch and moved to a condo in Swift Current, Saskatchewan, to be closer to the medical care that Norah was inevitably going to require. It is there she passed away, at the age of 84, with loving family by her side. Norah was predeceased by her parents, her dear Uncle Lloyd, who lived with Donald and Norah for 20 years and her beloved granddaughter, Lacy Kay in 2008. She leaves behind her husband of 63 years, Donald; her sons, Douglas (Colleen), Don (Bev) and Darwin (Chanti) and daughter Lois (Bob Cameron); seven grandsons, one granddaughter and seven great grandchildren. 137

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SHIPPING MR. GERALDâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S HEREFORD Toddâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s neighbor has raised good Hereford cattle as long as he has known him. As years went by Mr. Gerald, the neighbor, let his herd dwindle in numbers. Then last winter he fell and injured his knee. Todd offered to help and was called upon. Just a word about Todd, he is an east river Dakota cattle farmer with the heart of a west river rancher. Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a good horseman, wears a big hat and carries a 60â&#x20AC;&#x2122; rope! Mr. Gerald wanted to ship some of his long yearlinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. His whole herd consisted of 12 big cows, one old bull and assorted progeny. On the big day Todd went to the back of the pasture and worked his way through the coulees and breaks, pushing what he could gather to the corral. Mr. Gerald had his wife drive him out to help in their Jeep Wrangler SUV. Things went smoothly till they got close to the corral. In particular, Mr. Gerald wanted to ship a yearlinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; bull who had somehow missed his castration appointment! After turning back at the gate twice, Mr. Gerald gave Todd permission to rope him. Any fair-to-middlinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; roper relishes the opportunity to rope a big target, especially if it belongs to somebody else! It didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t take long for Todd to run him down and and rope him around his stubby horns. The target refused to be lead to the gate and Todd didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have enough horse to drag him. Plus the bull ran up the rope a couple times trying to intimidate Todd. They were both losing their temper! Todd yelled at Mr. Gerald to pull his Jeep up in front of the gate. His idea was to tie his rope over the bumper hitch and let the Jeep drag the bull into the corral. Now I can imagine you readers trying to picture Todd accomplishing this feat of cowboy daringdo! But, I told you Todd was a good hand and he did it! He managed to get a half-hitch over the ball and still escape entrapment and injury. In a testosterone milli-minute the bull encircled the Jeep like a yoyo on a string! Not once but three times, then jammed his head into the right front wheel well! The Jeep was rocking dangerously and the Geralds were trapped inside being thrown about like orangutans in a paint shaker! In an act of sacrifice, Todd leaped in and cut his good rope freeing the front seat prisoners. The bulk of the rope ran off with the yearlinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; bull over the horizon. Mr. Gerald rolled his window DOWN PULLED HIS h(EREFORDS &OREVERv CAP OFF HIS EYES AND TURNED TO WATCH THE BULL DISAPPEAR h7ELL v HE SAID WITH THE WISDOM OF AN OL TIMER h(E WUDDN T QUITE READY TO SHIP ANYWAY v

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VISION The Canadian Hereford Digest is committed to being the showcase for both the breed and breeders of Canadian Hereford cattle. MISSION To support the unity of the Hereford breed locally, nationally and internationally. Emphasizing communication between breeders, their provincial and national associations and their customers. Hereford EPD Averages Spring 2012

CE (%)

BW (lbs)

WW (lbs)

YW (lbs)

Milk (lbs)

TM (lbs)

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SC (cm)

CW (lbs)

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1st Annual Premier Hereford Bulls Sale ...............................25 3-D-L Polled Herefords ......................................................... 138

Ace Herefords .........................................................................25 Alta Genetics ........................................................................140 A.X.A. Polled Herefords ........................................................ 139 Ayrey Hereford Farm ..............................................................25

Balog Auction Service Ltd. ..................................................140 Bannerlane Herefords ............................................................28 Barefoot Polled Herefords .................................................... 30 Bar Pipe Hereford Ranch..........................................................4 Barr, Heather .........................................................................140 Bar-RZ Polled Herefords ....................................................... 99 Blacklock, John B. .................................................................140 Bonaventure Herefords ..........................................................72 Bonanza Legacy, The ............................................................ 101 Bradley Farms ....................................................................... 139 Braun Ranch Ltd .....................................................................23 Breton West Herefords ......................................................... 64 Brost Land & Cattle Co. Ltd. ................................................. 66 Bulls Eye Sale ......................................................................... 46

Calgary Bull Sale .....................................................................56 Carlrams Ranching Ltd. ......................................................... 13 Chestermere Herefords ...............................................100, 138 Chittick Ranch ........................................................................37 Church Ranch......................................................................... 20 Clay Enterprises .................................................................... 54 Copper Creek Ranch..............................................................IFC Coppertone Farms Ltd. ........................................................ 138 Corbiell Herefords ..................................................................55 Coulee Crest Herefords .........................................................82 CP Herefords .......................................................................... 42 Crone Herefords .....................................................................95

Dallas Farms .................................................................... 87, 138 Davies Ranch...........................................................................25 Davis-Rairdan Embryo Transplants Ltd. .............................140 Diamond T Herefords ........................................................... 123 Doenz Ranches ..................................................................... 138 Doktor, Anita ...........................................................................97 Dorbay Polled Herefords ...................................................... 139 144

Dorran, Ryan .........................................................................140 DW Herefords ..........................................................................11

East Central Bull Sale ............................................................ 88 Elkington Polled Herefords ......................................................9 Elmlodge Polled Herefords ................................................... 45 Eureka Hereford Farms Inc. ...................................................67

Fenton Hereford Ranch Inc. .................................................. BC Fulton Herefords ................................................................... 138

Garrett Ranch Ltd. ..........................................................30, 139 Gillespie Hereford Ranch .......................................................22 Guilford Hereford Ranch ...................................................... 139 Glenrose Polled Herefords & Angus .................................... 94 Grant Rolston Photography Ltd ..........................................140

Harvie Ranching .....................................................................35 HBM Polled Herefords .......................................................... 139 HerefordBreeder.net ............................................................. 44 Highmark Ranching Polled Herefords ................................ 138 Hirsche Herefords & Angus .................................................. 60 Hill 70 Quantock Ranch .........................................................53 HMS Hi-Cliffe ......................................................................... 46 Holloway Farms Ltd. ...............................................................57

Jones Hereford Ranches ...................................................... 138 JoNomn Hereford Ranch ....................................................... 89

K-Cow Ranch ...........................................................................43 Klein Farms............................................................................. 80 Kootenay Polled Herefords ....................................................77

Lacombe Bull Show & Sale ....................................................93 Lakeford Polled Herefords ................................................... 138 Lakes Ranch Polled Herefords............................................. IBC Lamportâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Polled Herefords ...........................................72, 138 Leveldale Polled Herefords ....................................................56

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Manitoba Hereford Association .......................................... 139 Mahjam Farm ........................................................................ 139 McCoy Cattle Co. ....................................................................27 Medicine Hat Spring Bull Show & Sale .................................36 Medonte Highlands Polled Herefords ....................................3 Midwest Horned Hereford Sale............................................. 12 Misty Valley Farms ................................................................. 14 MJT Cattle Co. Ltd. Hereford & Angus ..................................26 MN Herefords.......................................................................... 71 Moccasin Flat Ranch ............................................................ 138 Myalta Farms ........................................................................ 138

NBG Polled Herefords........................................................... 139 NCX Polled Herefords ........................................................... 138 Newman, Michael ................................................................... 12

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Parkvista Hereford Farm ........................................................25 Pahl Livestock Ltd. .................................................................74 Pine Butte Ranch ....................................................................78

Sampsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Thunderbird Ranch Ltd. .................................... 139 Scott Alta Farms ................................................................... 139 Skelton Cattle Co. ................................................................. 139 Sky Track Ranch ..................................................................... 12 SNS Herefords ................................................................. 16, 139 Square D Herefords ................................................................65 SS Cattle Company Inc...................................................99, 139 Standard Hill Polled Herefords .............................................. 15 Staufferr Farms Ltd. .............................................................. 70 Stith, Dale ..............................................................................140 Stockmenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Insurance ..........................................................140

Taboo Polled Herefords ........................................................ 139 Triple A Herefords ....................................................................8 Triple H Herefords ................................................................ 139

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Verbeek Herefords ................................................................ 44

Watergrove Ranches .............................................................. 81 Westgard Windimuir Herefords ............................................59 Wilson-Lees Value Added Bull Sale ..................................... 44 WLB Livestock ..........................................................................5 Wyatt Farms ............................................................................47

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YV Ranch ................................................................................. 31

Rainy Creek Herefords .......................................................... 94 Ranch of the Vikings ............................................................ 139 Ranch Ready Bull Sale ............................................................22 Remitall West .........................................................................29 Richardson Ranch...........................................................39, 138 River Bridge Ranch ................................................................ 12

S. Jones & Sons ..................................................................... 139

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