KHR 2025 Catalog_digital by American Gelbvieh Association

Annual Production Sale

March 27, 2025 • 1:00 PM

Kathleen Rankin

1285 Nine Mile Rd

Olimont, MT 59466

406-937-4815

We would like to welcome everyone to our 2025 annual production sale. This is our second online only sale using Bill Pelton as host. We feel that this venue fits our operation with the reduced cattle numbers. We hope that you are able to join us for the closing on March 27, 2025.

We continue to marvel at the adaptability of the Gelbvieh cow and how she can raise an awesome calf and rebreed under our extreme conditions. When researching the Dams of this sale offering, time and time again we see every offspring has been kept as either a bull or a replacement heifer. When she’s a good one, she stays in the herd and keeps producing.

Once again, the bulls were hand fed here at the ranch. They are much quieter and easier to work with this constant interaction. They reached the 3 pound gain target and look good. There were a couple of weeks in January and then again in February where they just held their own with the bitter cold we experienced.

Every animal in the sale has been parent verified to both Sire and Dam and has current genomic enhanced EPDs listed. All purebred animals have been tested for polled and black animals have been tested for color. We always welcome more data on our cattle but are mindful that the cattle have to work in our environment and be profitable to keep us in business. In turn we can supply genetics to you that will keep you in business.

We are excited about the power exhibited by the sale offering this year. Thirty percent of the bulls weighed over 800 pounds off the cow. There has been a noticeable EPD increase in WW, YW and REA. This year we also kept a few higher birth weighted bulls as we have been encouraged to do. We would recommend that you mark these as cow bulls.

The cattle are here at the house and we encourage you to visit if possible. There are pictures, videos and all the data on line at www.kickinghorseranch.com and www.BillPelton.com.

As always, we appreciate the continual support of our repeat buyers and encourage new buyers to contact us with any questions.

Sincerely,

Jim & Kathy

TIMED ONLINE AUCTION THIS YEAR!

Thursday, March 27th, 2025 • 1:00 pm (MDT)

Prebidding opens March 25th, Final Bidding starts @ 1:00 PM Mountain March 27th

VIEWING OF THE SALE

CATTLE

Bulls and heifers ae available for viewing any time prior to the sale at the ranch. We are located 13 miles east of Sunburst, MT.

ONLINE VIDEO VIEWING

Videos of each lot will be available for viewing on BILLPELTON. COM approximately 2 weeks before the sale

GENOMIC ENHANCED EPDs

All cattle have genomic enhanced EPDs and have been tested for polled and coat color with results printed in the catalog. All cattle have been sire verified. EPDs are provided by the American Gelbvieh Association and are current as of February 28, 2025.

HEALTH INFORMATION

All cattle sell with a valid health certificate that will allow shipment anywhere in the continental United States. All cattle are guaranteed to meet health requirements to enter Canada.

BULLS SELLING

All bulls have completed a breeding soundness exam and sell as guaranteed breeders. They were hand fed a feed ration that is purposefully balanced to develop the bulls in a safe manner for an average gain of 3 pounds per day. They are current on vaccinations and were poured with CleanUp II prior to the sale.

FEMALES SELLING

All females sell as guaranteed breeders and are ready to breed this spring. Heifers have been managed for optimal growth and development with a target of 1.5 pounds of gain. They were Brucellosis vaccinated last fall and were given Citadel VL5 vaccine and poured with CleanUP II at their yearling weight.

REGISTRATION PAPERS

All registration papers on the animals selling are in order and will be transferred to the new owner. Papers will be mailed by the American Gelbvieh Association within 30 days of the sale.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

INDIVIDUAL PERFORMANCE DATA

All weights presented by the American Gelbvieh Association

BW actual weight at birth

WW 205 day adjusted weight

Ratio nursing ratio within herd

YW 365 day adjusted weight

SC actual scrotal circumference

EPD DEFINITIONS

CE calving ease direct

BW birth weight

WW weaning weight

YW yearling weight

MK milk

TM total maternal

CEM calving ease maternal

HP heifer pregnancy

PG30 30 month pregnancy

ST stayability

SC scrotal circumference

YG yield grade

CW carcass weight

REA ribeye area

MB marbling

$Cow replacement heifer profit

FPI feeder profit index

EPI efficiency profile index

All cattle sell under the standard terms and conditions recommended by the American Gelbvieh Association. A copy of these terms and conditions may be obtained from the AGA. Terms are check or cash. Invoices will be sent out following the sale.

FEEDING AND DELIVERY AFTER THE SALE

We are offering free feeding of the bulls until April 1st. Free delivery within 400 miles will begin on April 1st. Reliable truckers are available for long distance hauling.

INSURANCE

All animals become the responsibility of the buyer after the purchase. Mortality and ASD Insurance is available through: Choice Insurance: Klint Sickler, AFIS k.sickler@insurewithchoice.com 701.483.1864 (office) 701.260.1853 (cell)

Thursday, March 27th, 2025 • 1:00 pm (MDT)

Prebidding opens March 25th, Final Bidding starts @ 1:00 PM Mountain March 27th

HOW THIS SALE CLOSE WORKS

The Kicking Horse Ranch online auction will close with horse race style bidding or extended bidding. This means that when the online auction event comes to its scheduled end time there will be 5 more minutes of extended bidding. If bidding continues the sale will stay open until there is a 5-minute stretch with no bidding on any lot. Once there is a full 5 minutes with no bidding on any lot, the whole event will close.

This auction is scheduled to close at 1pm on March 27th.

• Example 1: The auction closes at 1pm and goes into extended bidding. If there are no bids on any lot between 1pm and 1:05pm. The whole sale is declared closed at 1:05pm.

• Example 2: The Auction is scheduled to close at 1pm and goes into extended bidding. There is a bid on a lot at 1:02pm. Every lot remains open to bids. If there are no bids on any lot by 1:07, the whole sale is declared closed at 1:07pm.

• Example 3: The Auction is scheduled to close at 1pm and goes into extended bidding. There is a bid on a lot at 1:02pm. Every lot remains open to bids. Another bid is placed at 1:06. Every lot re-

mains open. Another bid is placed at 1:10. Every lot remains open. If there are no bids on any lot by 1:15, the whole auction is declared closed at 1:15pm.

You may use the maximum bidding feature throughout the extended bidding. A maximum bid will automatically increase your bid when someone else bids on this lot up to your set maximum.

If you are the highest bidder, or want to be, and the auction is coming to a close keep an eye on your Watchlist. During the bidding process you will not need to refresh your page to ensure you are viewing the most current bidding activity. The auction platform auto-refreshes the page, and the bidding is in real time.

Creating an Account with Pelton Livestock Online Auctions

Only registered bidders over the age of 18 can participate in Pelton Livestock online auctions. To register, select the Login/Register link on the right top side of the screen in the navigation bar. Register for a new account by entering your contact information, email address, desired password, etc. Once you submit the auction registration form, an email will be sent to the email account provided. Please click the link in that email to activate your account. Prior to Prebidding opening day, view auction and click “request to bid” on any lot to be approved for bidding. Request will be sent to Seller and once approved, you will be notified that you can now bid live for that auction. Please keep your user information (email address and password) in a secure place as you can use the same account login for all online auctions hosted by Pelton Livestock. If you have any questions or need assistance with creating an account or bidding, please call PELTON LIVESTOCK Darci Sachdeva at 406-794-3174.

AUCTION DEMO AVAILABLE

Login with credentials provided at registration and enter “Demo Auction” to practice bidding. For Help call Darci Pelton Sachdeva (406) 794-3174.

BUYER FAQ

Please read Buyer FAQ on the upper right-hand side of the screen in the navigation/menu bar to learn how to bid, use watchlists, maximum bids and more.

IS THE AUCTION PLATFORM MOBILE FRIENDLY?

Yes, the auction platform and entire site is mobile friendly. So, no matter the device (computer, cell phone, tablet, etc.) you are utilizing to view and/or bid on an auction, the site is responsive to your screen, so you have the most optimum viewing and bidding experience.

Homo Polled Red KHR 03F son from a KHR 52C first calf heifer. There are 6 Dams of Distinction in his pedigree. He was the highest gaining bull at 129. Look at CE, WW, $Cow and FPI. Calving ease with performance. Dark red, thick made, eye appealing.

Homo Polled Homo Black KHR 38F son from an American Outlaw first calf heifer. Calving ease with the highest MB EPD of the offering. Smaller frame sized heifer bull, stout.

20.1

Polled Red

GELBVIEH BULLS

Homo Polled Homo Black Seminole Wind son from a Twister Dam of Merit with 6 calves for 106 WW and 108 YW. Look at WW, YW, and TM. 118 on gain. Growthy powerful calf, larger frame. This calf has been a standout since birth. Not recommended for heifers until proven.

KHR 10M

Homo Polled Homo Black KHR 38F son from a KHR 67A Dam of Merit with 4 calves for 107 WW, 99 YW. There are three Dams of Distinction in his pedigree. He has 16 EPD’s at 35% or less. Look at RE, MB, and FPI. Large frame, good length.

KHR 12M

Homo Polled Black Seminole Wind son from a KHR 15E Dam with 4 calves for 100 WW, 99YW. He has one Dam of Merit and one Dam of Distinction in the pedigree. 12 EPD’s are 35% or less. Look at WW, YW, SC, and CW. Growthy calf, smooth muscled, deep.

Gelbvieh Bulls

GELBVIEH BULLS

Homo Polled Red Revelation son from a 25A Dam with 5 calves for 109 WW and 103 YW. There are 5 Dams of Distinction in his pedigree. 112 on gain. Look at WW, YW, M TM and SC. Dark red, well balanced calf.

Homo Polled Red Revelation son from a Cornhusker Red Dam with 4 calves for 102 WW, 97 YW. There are 3 Dams of Distinction in his pedigree. Supreme calving ease and fertility with marbling. Growthy, long backed calf.

15.9

Homo Polled Red Revelation son from a JLSL 6134D Dam with 4 calves for 101 WW, 99 YW. There are 5 Dams of Distinction in his pedigree. He has 10 EPD’s under 35%. Notice CE, WW, YW, M, TM and SC. Maternal fertility. Dark red, good length.

GELBVIEH BULLS

Homo Polled Homo Black Seminole Wind son from a KHR 03N Dam with 7 calves for 100 WW, 99 YW. Calving ease and fertility. Long smooth muscled calf.

Homo Polled Red Mayweather son from a Cornhusker Red Dam with 5 calves for 106 WW, 101 YW. Thick made powerful looking. This calf will surprise you at how thick he is across the rear.

KHR 26M

Homo Polled Black HILLE E735 son from a 67A Dam with 4 calves for 101 WW, 104 YW. He has 2 Dams of Distinction in his pedigree. 124 on gain. He only has 2 EPD’s greater than 50%. Look at WW, YW, TM CW, REA, MB and FPI. Growthy, long backed calf. Carries his thickness down into the rib. Power and carcass.

KHR

Gelbvieh

Gelbvieh Bulls

GELBVIEH BULLS

Polled Homo Black Seminole Wind son from a KHR 47R Dam. Supreme calving ease, stayability. 15% $Cow. Should be a cow maker. Larger framed, deep fronted.

Homo Polled Red KHR 03F son from a Durango Dam of Merit with 5 calves for 103 WW, 99 YW. There are 3 Dams of Distinction in his pedigree. Supreme calving ease with respectable performance. Well balanced, long backed. Large framed.

KHR 30M

Homo Polled Homo Black KHR 01E Montana son from a KHR 06W Dam with 11 calves for 96 WW, 101YW. There are 2 Dams of Distinction in his pedigree. Definitely longevity in his background. 114 on gain. Look at YW, SC, DMI, CW and RFI. Wide backed, moderate sized.

GELBVIEH BULLS

Homo Polled Red Mayweather son from a Taylor Made Dam of Merit with 3 calves for 104 WW, 99 YW. There are 2 Dams of Distinction in his pedigree. Carries his depth from front to back. Would not recommend for use on heifers until proven.

Polled Black Balancer EZ Money son from a KHR 01Z Dam of Distinction with 8 calves for 106 WW, 101 YW. He only has 3 EP’s greater than 50%. Look at CE< CW, REA, MB and FPI. Moderate sized, well-muscled. Homo Polled Red

Homo Polled Homo Black HILLE E735 son from a Granite Yale Dam with 4 calves for

Homo Polled Rd KHR 03F son from a Taylor Made Dam of Merit with 4 calves with 103 WW, 99 YW. His dam is the dam of Tuxedo Red. There are 5 Dams of Distinction in his pedigree. Calving ease with acceptable performance as well as maternal. Look at $Cow and FPI. Dark red, well balanced. Homo Polled Red Mayweather

BULLS

GELBVIEH BULLS

Purebred & Balancer® Yearling

KHR 47M

Polled Homo Black KHR 38F son from a Ramrod daughter with 8 calves for 103 WW, 101 YW. There are two Dams of Distinction in his pedigree. 111 on gain. EPD’s the way we like them. Look at CE, WW, and REA. Nice thickness, Stout looking.

KHR 48M

Homo Polled Homo Black HILLE E735 son from a KHR 66E daughter with 4 calves for 101 WW, 96 YW. Once again, EPD’s the way we like them. 108 on gain. Calving ease with respectable performance, adding MB to the mix. Large framed, thick made calf.

KHR 66M

Homo Polled Red KHR 50K son from a Taylor Made daughter with 3 calves for 111 WW, 104 YW. Three Dams of Distinction in his pedigree. His Sire’s Dam was an Olympic daughter that raised 11 calves for 104 WW, 102 YW. Really glad I thawed that semen! This young calf had so much going for him. He grew out well, definitely competitive with the rest of the sale offering. Dark red, larger framed, well proportioned.

PUREBRED & BALANCER YEARLING HEIFERS

Purebred & Balancer® Yearling Heifers

Polled Red KHR 03F daughter from a KHR 05T Dam with 11 calves for 99 WW and 96 YW. Longevity. Supreme calving ease. Growthy with volume flowing into her middle.

Homo Polled Red Revelation daughter from a KHR 11F Balancer Dam with 3 calves for 101 WW, 112 YW. Look at WW, YW, TM, SC and REA. This growthy, deep bodied heifer will make a powerful cow.

Lot 410M

PUREBRED & BALANCER YEARLING HEIFERS

KHR 424M

PUREBRED & BALANCER YEARLING HEIFERS

Purebred & Balancer® Yearling Heifers

Homo Polled Black Kyle daughter from a KHR 01E Montana first calf heifer. Look at M, SC and REA. Young calf, moderate sized, thick made.

Black Polled Kyle daughter from a KHR 18U Dam of Distinction with 14 calves for 102 WW, 102 YW. Three Dams of Distinction and one Dam of Merit in her immediate pedigree. Growthy young calf with supreme calving ease and longevity.