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March 2013, Volume 27, Number 5 Official Publication of the American Gelbvieh Association 60 Step-By-Step Guide to Herd Assessments Herd Assessments for 2013 are due March 15. Use this step-by

step guide to assist you in completing your HAS online.

68 New Generation AGA EPDs - Guide to AGA EPDs

Several EPD changes were made with the January 2013 American Gelbvieh Association national cattle evaluation. Read this quick guide for understanding the AGA EPDS.

84 American Gelbvieh Foundation Update Read the recent activities of the American Gelbvieh Foundation and how you can help support its causes of research and youth programs.

86 Find the Correct Genetics for Your Herd

Check out this simple guide for using the Sire/Dam Selector to locate genetics that will fit your breeding progam.

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67 Little Windy Hills 6th Annual You-Pick-Em Bull Sale 70 HAGA “Show-Me” Futurity Plus/Justamere Ranch Mature Cow Herd Dispersal 72 2012 NAILE Showcase Gelbvieh & Balancer® Sale 74 Black Hills Stock Show & Rodeo® Gelbvieh Show and Sale 75 GAIN A Dozen Diamonds Sale 82 29th Annual ND Golden Rule Sale

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Midwest Breeders 66-67 Upper Midwest Breeders 70-71 Northeast Breeders 72 Western Breeders 75 Southeast Breeders 79 Southern Breeders 82 Service Center 90

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An impressive display of cattle were exhibited in the pens and on the hill at the 2013 NWSS. This is the champion pen of 3 Gelbvieh bulls. Photo taken by Jennifer Scharpe. EDITOR: Jennifer Scharpe jennifers@gelbvieh.org GRAPHIC DESIGN: Lynn Valentine lynnv@gelbvieh.org “GELBVIEH WORLD” (ISSN 1084-5100), is published monthly except for February, June and October for $35 for one year. American Gelbvieh Association 10900 Dover St., Broomfield, Colorado 80021-3993. Periodicals postage paid at Broomfield, Colorado and at additional mailing offices. POSTMASTER send address changes to: Gelbvieh World, 10900 Dover Street, Broomfield, Colorado 80021

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CONTENTS CONVENTION AND NWSS COVERAGE

INSIDE THE EDITORIAL

12 North Dakota Man Elected American Gelbvieh Association President 16 American Gelbvieh Association Inducts South Dakota Couple into Hall of Fame 18 Missouri Couple Receives American Gelbvieh Association member of the Year 22 Rippe Donation Heifer Sets Strong Pace for 2013 22 Eagle Pass Ranch Donates Heifer to All-Around Champion 24 Champions Named in NWSS National Gelbvieh and Balancer® Show 44 Gelbvieh and Balancer® Pen Bull Show Generates Excitement 46 National Gelbvieh and Balancer® Sale Averages $7,720 50 Outstanding Quality in NWSS Gelbvieh and Balancer® Junior Show 58 Prairie Hills Gelbvieh Wins Gelbvieh Bull Futurity 64 Tight Race for Ring of Gold Champions 76 Balancer® Bull Futurity Claimed by Beastrom Bull

Membership Engagement Drives Success

President’s View from Rob Arnold

A Foundation for the Future

Executive’s View from Jim Gibb

65 Impacting the Beef Business - Breed Promotion

Breed Promotion Minute from Frank Padilla

80 Driving Sales

Communication Note from Jennifer Scharpe

88 Ride the Denver Excitement to Summer Shows

Junior Voice from Justin Vehige

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE 10900 Dover Street F Westminster, CO 80021 Main phone: 303-465-2333 F Fax: 303-465-2339 www.GELBVIEH.org F info@gelbvieh.org Facebook: American Gelbvieh Association

ASSOCIATION STAFF Jim Gibb Executive Director jimg@gelbvieh.org

Frank Padilla Director of Breed Promotion frankp@gelbvieh.org (ex. 480)

Dianne Coffman Director of Administration diannec@gelbvieh.org (ex. 479)

Jennifer Scharpe Director of Communications jennifers@gelbvieh.org (ex. 485)

Susan Willmon Director of Breed Improvement susanw@gelbvieh.org (ex. 484)

Lynn Valentine Gelbvieh Media Productions lynnv@gelbvieh.org (ex. 486)

Kari Otteman Breed Improvement Data Analyst kario@gelbvieh.org (ex. 483) Dolores Gravley Customer Services doloresg@gelbvieh.org (ex. 481) Patti Showman Customer Services pattis@gelbvieh.org (ex. 478)

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William McIntosh Eastern Area Coordinator williamm@gelbvieh.org 502-867-3132 Brian Rogers Central Area Coordinator brianr@gelbvieh.org 936-554-1600 Dana Stewart Director of Member Services danas@gelbvieh.org (ex. 488)

Rob Arnold, President (2012) Minot, ND • 701-624-2051 rlagelbvieh@aol.com Dan Warner, V. President (2013) Beaver City, NE • 308-962-6511 dan@warnerbeef.com

Brian Dunn, Sectretary (2013) St. John, KS • 620-549-6516 dunnfarm@hotmail.com Neal Pearson, Treasurer (2012) Lake City, SD • 605-448-5653 njpearson@venturecomm.net

DIRECTORS Ken Flikkema (2011) Bozeman, MT • 406-586-6207 mcfg@imt.net Bob Hart (2011) Kansas City, KS • 816-225-8530 bhart@hartfarm.net John Huston (2011) New Carlisle, OH • 859-595-8680 john.e.huston@gmail.com Andy LeDoux (2012) Agenda, KS • 785-732-6564 ledouxranch@hotmail.com David Martin (2011) Judsonia, AR • 501-728-4950 martincattleco@windstream.net Bob Prosser (2012) Winslow, AZ • 928-289-2619 info@bartbar.com

Ronnie Rogers (2013) Mendon, MO • 660-375-7266 rogers_valley_farm_feedlot@ hotmail.com Scott Starr (2013) Stapleton, NE • 308-587-2293 cedartopranch@gpcom.net Duane Strider (2012) Asheboro, NC • 910-428-4568 ccrosscattle@yahoo.com Grant Thayer (2011) Ramah, CO • 303-621-2058 grant@jumpingcowgelbvieh.com Gary Tilghman (2013) Glasgow, KY • 270-678-5695 gtilghma@uky.edu

PRESIDENT’S VIEW

Membership Engagement Drives Success The recent AGA Annual Convention and National Western Stock Show saw excellent member participation and increased number of head shown. Members also heard the presentation of the AGA strategic plan, which was met with enthusiasm towards future success. By Rob Arnold THE 2013 AMERICAN Gelbvieh Association Impacting the Beef Business Annual Convention and Gelbvieh activities at the National Western Stock Show were a huge success! Those who attended were rewarded with an educational and well-run convention and an outstanding display of Gelbvieh and Balancer® cattle. For me, every year when I go home from Denver, I start thinking about the upcoming year and looking forward to what comes next. I think about next year’s show string, what we can do at next year’s convention and what things we have to look forward to as an Association. I also think about my own herd goals – where am I going to find my next herd sire, what kind of herd sire do I need, and the list goes on – all before I even have this year’s calf crop on the ground. It makes me reflect on the choices I made last year and ponder if those choices still fit the direction I would like to be in the future. Did I make the right choices, and if not, what 6 | MARCH 2013

do I need to change. Do my choices align with the direction of the breed and of the Association.

strategic plan will keep us focused, it will keep us engaged and it will help us ensure our success as an industry relevant breed. One of the things many of us enjoy while attending the convention and NWSS is looking at the impressive display of Gelbvieh and Balancer cattle from across the country. Breeders brought their best to Denver this year and put on a tremendous show, for which they are to be commended. There were 19 pens exhibited in the yard, nearly double the number of the last few years. The hill show had 233 head

In my mind, the AGA Impacting the Beef Business long-range strategic plan is the glue and the road map that holds all of us together. It gives us direction! It has nothing to do with the percentage makeup of the cattle we choose While attending the committee meetings to breed, rather at convention, it was very rewarding to the attributes of watch our Association members embrace the animals and and discuss breed direction outlined in our the carcasses we strategic plan. are producing for the industry. While attending the committee meetings at convention, it was very rewarding to watch our Association members embrace and discuss breed direction outlined in our strategic plan. It tells me our membership is engaged in the success of our future and responsive to the needs of our industry. The board and staff are 100 percent dedicated to the success of this plan. You have the commitment of both the Board of Directors and the staff to review this plan annually and adjust when necessary. The AGA

exhibited. One of my good friends from Minnesota told me, “I haven’t seen a one that I wouldn’t take home and call my own!” As we move forward with the coming year, we have a lot to look forward to and be positive about. Continued membership engagement in the long range strategic plan will be vital to the success of not only the plan itself, but more importantly the success of you as breeders and the breed and Association as a whole. FFF

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A Foundation for the Future One of the competed for the state of Kansas real pleasures in the National Beef Industry team I’ve had since marketing, speech and quiz bowl returning to contests. That’s right they were on the AGA staff the “big stage” representing their last fall was the state, school, and families in fine opportunity fashion. Congratulations to them to present for their outstanding efforts. the AGA Why is all this important? Impacting the Leadership development was Beef Business (IBB) strategic plan to the number one Association the AGJA Board of Directors. Due to their packed December meeting agenda, It is imperative that today’s Gelbvieh I planned to Juniors have enhanced leadership spend about a development opportunities. one-half hour going through the IBB plan and answering a few questions. Wow, I opportunity identified by the AGA really missed that time estimate. My Board when doing their strategic goal was to get them excited about plan SWOT analysis last summer. It the plan. However, after 90 minutes, is imperative that today’s Gelbvieh I was the one charged up by their Juniors have enhanced leadership excellent, probing questions. development opportunities. AGJA President Dustin Aherin Over the next several months, then lead a lively session wherein you will be hearing more about the AGJA Board discussed how emerging plans to grow the AGA they could incorporate elements Foundation which is literally an of the IBB plan into the 2013 investment in the future of Gelbvieh Junior Classic activities. It was an and Balancer. You are encouraged impressive display of leadership and to learn more about how you can professionalism. provide a bright future for the Then, just last month at the next generation of Gelbvieh and annual National Cattlemen’s Balancer breeders. FFF Beef Association (NCBA) Cattle Industry Convention in Tampa, Fla., Grace Hammer, AGJA vice president, and her cousin and AGJA member Callahan Grund

Developing future leaders through the American Gelbvieh Junior Association is an opportunity which we need to continue to capitalize on. Support of the American Gelbvieh Foundation will help develop our young leaders. By Jim Gibb AS MOST OF you know, I’ve been away from active involvement in the Gelbvieh business for many years, so it’s been a real pleasure getting reacquainted with a number of long-time breeders and meeting new American Gelbvieh Association members. It’s been a special treat noting the large number of today’s Gelbvieh and Balancer® breeders that were American Gelbvieh Junior Association (AGJA) leaders my first time around. This was on display at the 2013 AGA National Show, Sale and Annual Convention where several winners and high sellers were exhibited and consigned by former Gelbvieh Juniors. Moreover, three current AGA Board members and two current AGA staff persons came through the AGJA. And, just a few weeks ago, I had the pleasure of speaking at the Gelbvieh Breeders of Iowa annual meeting and couldn’t help but note their youthful leadership. Yes, including former AGJA members that have now started their own Gelbvieh and Balancer herds.

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NEWS ‘N NOTES Herd Assessments due March 15

Breeder’s Choice Bull Futurity Awards Scholarship

The March 15 deadline to complete your annual herd assessment is just a few weeks away. Completing the assessment online is the quickest and easiest way to submit your work. However, you can still request a paper copy from the AGA office if needed.

During the “Bulls in the Ballroom VIII,” the Breeder’s Choice Gelbvieh Bull Futurity awarded a $1,000 scholarship to Grace Hammer of Wallace, Kan. Grace was selected from several applicants vying for the scholarship.

Having all of your 2012 calves recorded first will make the process much easier. Once they're recorded you're ready to dispose of any open females. Additional tips and information can be found in the AGA Herd Assessment Update email sent from registration@ gelbvieh.org. As always, the AGA office staff is happy to answer any questions you may have.

Grace is the daughter of Lyle and Christy Hammer who are partners in Grund Beef Genetics. Grace is finishing her senior year of high school and will begin her college career next fall. Grace also serves as the vice president of the American Gelbvieh Junior Association.

AGA Customer Service Reminder When corresponding with AGA staff via email regarding account or registration questions, please be sure to include a member number for reference. This allows AGA staff to more quickly and efficiently answer your needs.

New Member Education Videos AGA members have a new resource available at their fingertips regarding the online registration process. The new Gelbvieh Tech YouTube channel offers several videos to answer common questions regarding the online registry. Learn how to use the "Quick Sire Picker" tool, register calves, print certificates, and what to do with twin or ET calves. More videos will be added throughout the year. If you have an idea for an educational video, please send it to Dana Stewart at danas@gelbvieh.org.

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(Left) Chris Mitchell presents the $1,000 Breeder’s Choice Gelbvieh Bull Futurity Scholarship to Grace Hammer (right) of Wallace, Kan.

Gelbvieh Couple Awarded Young Cattleman of the Year The Ohio Cattlemen’s Association (OCA) awarded Allan and Kelly Robison of Champaign County the Young Cattleman of the Year Award. The OCA and the Ohio Farmer jointly sponsor the Young Cattleman of the Year Award, which was created to recognize young producers in Ohio working to better the industry. Allan and Kelly Robison, along with their new born son, Noah, live on Allan’s grandmother’s 90 acre farm in Champaign county. Allan and Kelly have a primarily Angus based herd along with a few F1 Simmental crosses, Gelbvieh and Balancer®. United Producers, Inc. purchases feeder calves from Allan and Kelly Allan and Kelly work full-time outside the farm. Allan manages the Heritage Cooperative feed mill in Urbana and Kelly works as a first grade school teacher.

BITS ‘N PIECES Gelbvieh Arrivals Chad and Catherine Murphy, Murphy Farms in Arlington, S.D., would like to announce the arrival of Claire Catherine Murphy. Claire was born on September 28, 2012 and weighed five pounds, six ounces.

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Reid Carl Overmiller, son of Kelly and Risa Overmiller, was born on December 25, 2012. He weighed seven pounds, six ounces. Reid is the grandson of Roger and Norma Reid Carl Overmiller Overmiller of Smith Center, Kan. Reid arrived just in time to attend his first National Western Stock Show. Graham Lee Munger was born on January 9, 2013, to proud parents Nate and Hillary (Schlake) Munger, Highmore, S.D. Graham was welcomed home by older brother Rhett, as well as grandparents Steve and Debi Munger, also of Highmore, and Kevin and Shari Schlake, Cortland, Neb.

The Profit Picture mails to 40,000 commercial cow-calf producers including all Gelbvieh World readers. The Gelbvieh Breeders of Iowa just hosted the 40th Gelbvieh Gold sale during the 2013 Iowa Beef Expo. That bull ultrasound IMF data now contributes towards NCE for Gelbvieh and Balancer® to create the marbling EPD. The January 1, 2013 cattle inventory report had numbers at the lowest that they have been since 1952.

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American Gelbvieh Association Area Coordinators “Both commercial and registered females are in demand in the South. Contact me with what you have for sale or if you are looking for cattle. I’d be glad to assist you in finding cattle.” Brian Rogers

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AGA Annual Convention

North Dakota Man Elected American Gelbvieh Association President The 29th president of the American Gelbvieh Association is Rob Arnold. The AGA membership elected these five board members: Brian Dunn, Ronnie Rogers, Scott Starr, Gary Tilghman and Dan Warner. By Jennifer Scharpe ROB ARNOLD OF Minot, N.D., was elected to lead the American Gelbvieh Association (AGA) as its 29th president. The election of officers and Board of Directors took place during the 2013 AGA Impacting the Beef Business Annual Convention held January 9-14 in Denver, Colo.

Ken Flikkema, Bozeman, Mont.; Bob Hart, Kansas City, Kan.; John Huston, New Carlisle, Ohio; Andy LeDoux, Agenda, Kan.; David Martin, Judsonia, Ark.; Bob Prosser, Winslow, Ariz.; Duane Strider, Asheboro, N.C.; and Grant Thayer, Ramah, Colo. The AGA recognizes two Board members who completed their terms and are retiring from their service to the AGA on the Board of Directors. Mark Goes, Odell, Neb., is the outgoing AGA president and Nancy Wilkinson, Model, Colo., is a retiring director. FFF

Other directors elected to the AGA Executive Committee are Vice President Dan Warner, Beaver City, Neb.; Secretary Brian Dunn, St. John, Kan.; and Treasurer Neal Pearson, Lake City, S.D. During the election of the Board of Directors, three Board members were elected to their second threeyear term. These re-elected directors are Brian Dunn, Dan Warner, and Gary Tilghman, Glasgow, Ky. Two members were elected to their first term on the board, including Ronnie Rogers, Mendon, Mo.; and Scott Starr, Stapleton, Neb. Other members currently serving on the AGA Board of Directors are:

These individuals will serve as the 2013 American Gelbvieh Association Board of Directors. Front row (left to right) Bob Prosser, Winslow, Ariz.; Secretary Brian Dunn, St. John, Kan.; President Rob Arnold, Minot, N.D.; Vice President Dan Warner, Beaver City, Neb.; Treasurer Neal Pearson, Lake City, S.D.; Ronnie Rogers, Mendon, Mo.; and Ken Flikkema, Bozeman, Mont. Back row (left to right) Gary Tilghman, Glasgow, Ky.; Grant Thayer, Ramah, Colo.; Bob Hart, Kansas City, Kan.; Duane Strider, Asheboro, N.C.; John Huston, New Carlisle, Ohio; Andy LeDoux, Agenda, Kan.; Scott Starr, Stapleton, Neb.; and David Martin, Judsonia, Ark.

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American Gelbvieh Association Inducts South Dakota Couple into Hall of Fame In the first father-son duo to the American Gelbvieh Association Hall of Fame, Jim and Barb Beastrom of Pierre, S.D., were the 31st inductees to receive this prestigious honor. JIM AND BARB Beastrom of Beastrom Gelbvieh Ranch in Pierre, S.D., were the 2013 inductees into the American Gelbvieh Association (AGA) Hall of Fame. The induction took place at the AGA Impacting the Beef Business Annual Convention held January 9-14, 2013 in Denver, Colo. Jim, with Barb and family by his side, has served the American Gelbvieh Association from the beginning of his introduction to Gelbvieh. Their breed promotion efforts and leadership service are difficult to match. The Beastrom Ranch’s legacy began in 1973. Choosing Gelbvieh for their growth, feed efficiency, maternal traits and gentle disposition, they also crossbred Angus and Red Angus with Gelbvieh for their Balancer® program. Whether in the show ring or the pasture, producing sound, quality cattle is their top priority. This year will mark their 33rd annual bull sale held at the ranch in February.

terms. He has also served on countless AGA committees and worked tirelessly with efforts to support the annual National Gelbvieh and Balancer Sale. Jim’s service to South Dakota Gelbvieh Association includes time spent on their Board of Directors, organizing the state female sale and much more. Jim and Barb were instrumental in the success of the 2001 and 2006 Gelbvieh junior national shows held in South Dakota. “Their kind and encouraging words to Gelbvieh youth across the country have helped to spark enthusiasm for the breed,” states Janice Volek, current South Dakota Gelbvieh Association treasurer who echoes the “utmost respect and appreciation for the couple.” The Beastrom Ranch has produced many breedchanging genetics. One of their best known sires was a bull purchased in the 1970s. DGA Cowboy was a highly popular fullblood bull born in Canada. A quick search in the AGA herdbook lists countless Cowboy sons and daughters. Another early influencer bred by the Beastrom Ranch, BEA Polled Midnight, was a breed changer as a popular early black Gelbvieh sire. The two sires have a combined progeny count of more than 5,300 head. Search for American Gelbvieh on YouTube to watch a video honoring Jim and Barb Beastrom. FFF

The family run ranch consists of Jim and Barb, daughter Brandy and husband Shad Ludemann, and daughter Brittney and husband Wes Spencer, plus three grandchildren. The Beastrom Ranch is a diversified cattle and grain operation located four miles northeast of Pierre. Along with the cattle they raise wheat, corn, alfalfa and sunflowers, and offer guided pheasant hunts. E. Edd Pritchett, a founding member of the American Gelbvieh Association and past Hall of Fame inductee points out that “Jim has served the Association at a very critical time in history. Jim was partially responsible for purchasing the current AGA headquarters building.” And that “Barb was always there supporting the cause.” Throughout his involvement with Gelbvieh, Jim has served four three-year terms and is the only member to have served as the president of AGA on two separate

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Front row: Jim and Barb Beastrom, Owen Spencer Back row: Brandy, Alex, Shad, Stratton Ludemann, Brittney and Wes Spencer

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Missouri Couple Receives American Gelbvieh Association Member of the Year Long-time advisors to the American Gelbvieh Junior Association, Mike and Toni Shrewsbury of Lathrop, Mo., were recognized as the 2013 American Gelbvieh Association Member of the Year. MIKE AND TONI Shrewsbury of Lathrop, Mo., were the 2013 recipients of the American Gelbvieh Association (AGA) Member of the Year award. The award was presented at the AGA Impacting the Beef Business Annual Convention held January 9-14, 2013 in Denver, Co. Mike and Toni are well known for their commitment as volunteer advisors to the American Gelbvieh Junior Association. “That commitment has no doubt, and continues to positively impact the American Gelbvieh Association by their efforts to serve the future AGA membership and the high character and moral examples they set,” said Dana Stewart, AGA director of member services and junior programs staff advisor. “In their role as advisors, the Shrewsburys travel each year to the AGJA junior national show and AGJA board meetings. On site at these activities they both lend their guidance to AGJA members through their past experiences with the organization. Youth work can be challenging at times, but their calm, collected approach to challenges is always appreciated. In addition to the input they provide during meetings, they work long shifts to ensure that the day-to-day tasks of the nationl show are met,” Dana continued.

thus their Gelbvieh show career began. They expanded the cow herd using a breeding program alternating Angus and Gelbvieh sires to produce Gelbvieh-influenced females. At its peak, the cow herd became 200 head. Josh has taken the reins now producing Gelbvieh and Balancer bulls and females, marketed to commercial and seedstock producers. Mike is a past president of the Heart of America Gelbvieh Association. He has also served on the committee for the American Gelbvieh Foundation. Together, Mike and Toni have also served on multiple host-state planning committees for the annual junior national show, even as recently as 2012 when Missouri hosted the AGJA Black and Gold Classic. Mike and Toni exemplify the qualities of the AGA Member of the Year. The award is presented annually to an outstanding member who gives their time, talent and dedication to further the improvement of their state and national association. To watch a video honoring Mike and Toni as the 2013 AGA Member of the Year, search for American Gelbvieh on YouTube.

Members of the Heart of American Gelbvieh Association, Mike and Toni, with their son Josh Phillips raise Gelbveh and Balancer® cattle on their farm in northwest Missouri. They also have 1,500 acres of cropland where they grow corn and soybeans. The couple also has a daughter, Jessica Herbel, who lives with her husband Alex and their daughter, Elsie (1), in Liberty, Mo. They started raising Gelbvieh in 1990 when they purchased two purebred Gelbvieh bulls to use on their predominately black commercial british cow herd. When Josh was nine years old and wanted to show cattle, they selected a half-blood, black, polled heifer calf and 18 | MARCH 2013

Mike and Toni Shrewsbury, Lathrop, Mo., received the 2013 American Gelbvieh Association Member of the Year Award presented at the recent AGA Impacting the Beef Business Annual Convention. Dana Stewart, AGA director of member services (far right), presented the award.

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Rippe Donation Heifer Sets Strong Pace for 2013 THANKS TO A donation from Rippe Gelbvieh, hardworking AGJA members and a countless number of supporters the annual American Gelbvieh Junior Association (AGJA) heifer raffle raised more than $12,000 for the AGJA. The 2013 donation heifer, DBRG MS 863U 2196Z, came the Rippe program. Duanne and Dustin Rippe of Hubbell, Neb., opened up their herd to select one of their best prospects to benefit the AGJA. Dustin, a former AGJA member and AGJA board member, is a proud product of the AGJA program. AGJA is continually thankful for their support. The heifer was cared for by another program with strong AGJA ties. The Hammer family, partners of Grund Beef Genetics in Wallace, Kan., provided care and fitting for the heifer in preparation for the National Western Stock Show. Grace Hammer is the current AGJA Vice President while mom, Christy, is also an AGJA alumnus. Special thanks go to this family for their hard work in getting the heifer ready.

Grace Vehige showed the 2013 AGJA Donation Heifer during the National Western Stock Show. Thank you to Rippe Gelbvieh, Hubbell, Neb., for donating this outstanding heifer and to all those who purchased raffle tickets.

Eagle Pass Ranch Donates Heifer to All-Around Champion

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FOR THE SECOND consecutive year, Eagle Pass Ranch of Highmore, S.D., has donated a heifer to the American Gelbvieh Junior Association (AGJA) AllAround champion. The AllAround champion is selected during the AGJA Junior Classic each summer. Callahan Grund of Wallace, Kan., accepted the heifer as 2012 All-Around champion award during the 2013 National Western Stock Show.

not only benefits AGJA but also pledges proceeds from the heiferâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first calf to the American Gelbvieh Foundation. The Foundation is an essential piece of the American Gelbvieh Association that provides funding for research and scholarships, both of which ensure future success towards Gelbvieh.

Eagle Pass Ranch has been a long-time supporter of AGJA programs, often sponsoring awards, meals and participating in fundraisers. The All-Around donation heifer program, however,

A huge thank you goes to Eagle Pass Ranch for their dedication and commitment to the American Gelbvieh Junior Association. FFF

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Finally, a huge amount of thanks goes to the many Gelbvieh and Balancer® breeders and friends who purchased raffle tickets from AGJA members. As well as those who bid and purchased during the ticket auction held during the American Gelbvieh Association social in conjunction with the Annual Convention. Funds from the donation heifer are critical in providing activities during the annual AGJA Junior Classic as well as many other AGJA programs and activities. Congratulations to Mike Rosen from Kingfisher, Okla., as the winner of the heifer. AGJA member Braxton Murray, also of Kingfisher, sold the winning ticket and provided transportation for the heifer to her new home in Oklahoma. FFF

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GONADORELIN HYDROCHLORIDE For Injection For the treatment of cystic ovaries in cattle. CAUTION Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. DESCRIPTION FACTREL (gonadorelin hydrochloride) is a sterile solution containing 50 micrograms of synthetic gonadorelin (as hydrochloride) per mL in aqueous formulation containing 0.6% sodium chloride and 2% benzyl alcohol (as a preservative). Gonadorelin is the gonadotropin releasing hormone (GnRH) which is produced by the hypothalamus and causes the release of the gonadotropin luteinizing hormone (LH) and follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) from the anterior pituitary. FACTREL (gonadorelin hydrochloride) has the identical amino acid sequence as endogenous gonadorelin; 5-oxo Pro-His-Trp-Ser-TyrGly-Leu-Arg-Pro-Gly-NH2 with identical physiological activities. The molecular weight of gonadorelin is 1182 with a molecular formula of C55H75N17O13. The corresponding values for gonadorelin hydrochloride are 1219 (1 HCI) expressed as C55H75N17O13HCI, or 1255 (2 HCI) expressed as C55H75N17O13 2HCI. MECHANISM OF ACTION Follicular cysts are enlarged non-ovulatory follicles resulting from a malfunction of the neuroendocrine mechanism controlling follicular maturation and ovulation. Exogenous administration of agents possessing luteinizing hormone (LH) activity, such as pituitary extracts or human chorionic gonadotropin, often causes ovulation or regression of follicular cysts. FACTREL induces release of endogenous luteinizing hormone (LH) to produce this same effect. No significant differences have been demonstrated in days from treatment to conception, frequency of cows conceiving at first or subsequent heats, or conception rates among treated or non-treated control animals. INDICATIONS FACTREL (gonadorelin hydrochloride) is indicated for the treatment of ovarian follicular cysts in cattle. The treatment effect of FACTREL when used in cattle with ovarian follicular cysts is a reduction in the number of days to first estrus. DOSAGE The recommended dosage of FACTREL is 100 mcg/ cow intramuscularly. RESIDUE WARNING Because FACTREL is identical to endogenous GnRH such that both are rapidly metabolized without detectable levels in milk or tissue, no withdrawal period is required. STORAGE CONDITIONS Store at refrigerator temperature 2° to 8°C (36° to 46°F). SAFETY AND TOXICITY In cows the intramuscular administration of up to 25 times recommended dosage (2,500 mcg/day) of FACTREL for 3 days did not affect any physiological or clinical parameter. Likewise, single intramuscular doses of 5 times recommended dosage (500 mcg) did not interfere with pregnancy. No evidence of irritation at injection site was found in any animal. HOW SUPPLIED FACTREL (gonadorelin hydrochloride) solution 50 mcg/mL is available in 20 mL multidose vials (box of one). NDC 0856-4311-02 – 20 mL – box of 1 Fort Dodge Animal Health Fort Dodge, Iowa 50501 USA

INDICatIONs aND INstRuCtIONs FOR use Cattle: LUTALYSE Sterile Solution is indicated as a luteolytic agent. LUTALYSE is effective only in those cattle having a corpus luteum, i.e., those which ovulated at least five days prior to treatment. Future reproductive performance of animals that are not cycling will be unaffected by injection of LUTALYSE. 1. For Intramuscular use for estrous synchronization in Beef Cattle and Non-Lactating Dairy Heifers. LUTALYSE is used to control the timing of estrus and ovulation in estrous cycling cattle that have a corpus luteum. Inject a dose of 5 mL LUTALYSE (25 mg PGF2 ) intramuscularly either once or twice at a 10 to 12 day interval. With the single injection, cattle should be bred at the usual time relative to estrus. With the two injections, cattle can be bred after the second injection either at the usual time relative to detected estrus or at about 80 hours after the second injection of LUTALYSE. Estrus is expected to occur 1 to 5 days after injection if a corpus luteum was present. Cattle that do not become pregnant to breeding at estrus on days 1 to 5 after injection will be expected to return to estrus in about 18 to 24 days. 2. For Intramuscular use for unobserved (silent) estrus in Lactating Dairy Cows with a Corpus Luteum. Inject a dose of 5 mL LUTALYSE (25 mg PGF2 ) intramuscularly. Breed cows as they are detected in estrus. If estrus has not been observed by 80 hours after injection, breed at 80 hours. If the cow returns to estrus breed at the usual time relative to estrus. Management Considerations: Many factors contribute to success and failure of reproduction management, and these factors are important also when time of breeding is to be regulated with LUTALYSE Sterile Solution. Some of these factors are: a. Cattle must be ready to breed — they must have a corpus luteum and be healthy; b. Nutritional status must be adequate as this has a direct effect on conception and the initiation of estrus in heifers or return of estrous cycles in cows following calving; c. Physical facilities must be adequate to allow cattle handling without being detrimental to the animal; d. Estrus must be detected accurately if timed Al is not employed; e. Semen of high fertility must be used; f. Semen must be inseminated properly. A successful breeding program can employ LUTALYSE effectively, but a poorly managed breeding program will continue to be poor when LUTALYSE is employed unless other management deficiencies are remedied first. Cattle expressing estrus following LUTALYSE are receptive to breeding by a bull. Using bulls to breed large numbers of cattle in heat following LUTALYSE will require proper management of bulls and cattle. 3. For Intramuscular use for treatment of Pyometra (chronic endometritis) in Cattle. Inject a dose of 5 mL LUTALYSE (25 mg PGF2 ) intramuscularly. In studies conducted with LUTALYSE, pyometra was defined as presence of a corpus luteum in the ovary and uterine horns containing fluid but not a conceptus based on palpation per rectum. Return to normal was defined as evacuation of fluid and return of the uterine horn size to 40 mm or less based on palpation per rectum at 14 and 28 days. Most cattle that recovered in response to LUTALYSE recovered within 14 days after injection. After 14 days, recovery rate of treated cattle was no different than that of nontreated cattle. 4. For Intramuscular use for abortion of Feedlot and Other Non-Lactating Cattle. LUTALYSE is indicated for its abortifacient effect in feedlot and other non-lactating cattle during the first 100 days of gestation. Inject a dose of 25 mg intramuscularly. Cattle that abort will abort within 35 days of injection. Commercial cattle were palpated per rectum for pregnancy in six feedlots. The percent of pregnant cattle in each feedlot less than 100 days of gestation ranged between 26 and 84; 80% or more of the pregnant cattle were less than 150 days of gestation. The abortion rates following injection of LUTALYSE increased with increasing doses up to about 25 mg. As examples, the abortion rates, over 7 feedlots on the dose titration study, were 22%, 50%, 71%, 90% and 78% for cattle up to 100 days of gestation when injected IM with LUTALYSE doses of 0,1 (5 mg), 2 (10 mg), 4 (20 mg) and 8 (40 mg) mL, respectively. The statistical predicted relative abortion rate based on the dose titration data, was about 93% for the 5 mL (25 mg) LUTALYSE dose for cattle injected up to 100 days of gestation. swine: For intramuscular use for parturition induction in swine. LUTALYSE Sterile Solution is indicated for parturition induction in swine when injected within 3 days of normal predicted farrowing. The response to treatment varies by individual animals with a mean interval from administration of 2 mL LUTALYSE (10 mg dinoprost) to parturition of approximately 30 hours. This can be employed to control the time of farrowing in sows and gilts in late gestation. Management Considerations: Several factors must be considered for the successful use of LUTALYSE Sterile Solution for parturition induction in swine. The product must be administered at a relatively specific time (treatment earlier than 3 days prior to normal predicted farrowing may result in increased piglet mortality). It is important that adequate records be maintained on (1) the average length of gestation period for the animals on a specific location, and (2) the breeding and projected farrowing dates for each animal. This information is essential to determine the appropriate time for administration of LUTALYSE. Mares: LUTALYSE Sterile Solution is indicated for its luteolytic effect in mares. This lutelytic effect can be utilized to control the timing of estrus in estrous cycling and clinically anestrous mares that have a corpus luteum in the following circumstances: 1. Controlling time of estrus of estrous Cycling Mares: Mares treated with LUTALYSE during diestrus (4 or more days after ovulation) will return to estrus within 2 to 4 days in most cases and ovulate 8 to 12 days after treatment. This procedure may be utilized as an aid to scheduling the use of stallions. 2. Difficult-to-Breed Mares: In extended diestrus there is failure to exhibit regular estrous cycles, which is different from true anestrus. Many mares described as anestrus during the breeding season have serum progesterone levels consistent with the presence of a functional corpus luteum. A proportion of “barren”, maiden, and lactating mares do not exhibit regular estrous cycles and may be in extended diestrus. Following abortion, early fetal death and re-sorption, or as a result of “pseudopregnancy,” there may be serum progesterone levels consistent with a functional corpus luteum. Treatment of such mares with LUTALYSE usually results in regression of the corpus luteum followed by estrus and/or ovulation. In one study with 122 Standardbred and Thoroughbred mares in clinical anestrus for an average of 58 days and treated during the breeding season, behavioral estrus was detected in 81 percent at an average time of 3.7 days after injection with 5 mg LUTALYSE; ovulation occurred an average of 7.0 days after treatment. Of those mares bred, 59% were pregnant following an average of 1.4 services during that estrus. Treatment of “anestrous” mares, which abort subsequent to 36 days of pregnancy, may not result in return to estrus due to presence of functional endometrial cups. useR saFety (HuMaN WaRNINGs) Not for human use. Women of childbearing age, asthmatics, and persons with bronchial and other respiratory problems should exercise extreme caution when handling this product. In the early stages, women may be unaware of their pregnancies. Dinoprost tromethamine is readily absorbed through the skin and can cause abortion. Accidental spillage on the skin should be washed off immediately with soap and water. ResIDue INFORMatION No milk discard or preslaughter drug withdrawal period is required for labeled uses in cattle. No preslaughter drug withdrawal period is required for labeled uses in swine. Use of this product in excess of the approved dose may result in drug residues. Not for horses intended for human consumption. aNIMaL saFety (WaRNINGs) Severe localized clostridial infections associated with injection of LUTALYSE have been reported. In rare instances, such infections have resulted in death. Aggressive antibiotic therapy should be employed at the first sign of infection at the injection site whether localized or diffuse. PReCautIONs • Do not administer intravenously (I.V.) as this route may potentiate adverse reactions. • No vial stopper should be entered more than 20 times. For this reason, the 100 mL bottle should only be used for cattle. The 30 mL bottle may be used for cattle, swine, or mares. • As with all parenteral products, careful aseptic techniques should be used to decrease the possibility of post-injection bacterial infections. The vial stopper should be cleaned and disinfected prior to needle entry. Only sterile needles should be used and the same needle should not be used more than once. • Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs may inhibit prostaglandin synthesis; therefore this class of drugs should not be administered concurrently. Cattle: Do not administer to pregnant cattle, unless abortion is desired. Cattle administered a progestogen would be expected to have a reduced response to LUTALYSE Sterile Solution. swine: Do not administer to sows and/or gilts prior to 3 days of normal predicted farrowing as an increased number of stillbirths and postnatal mortality may result. Mares: LUTALYSE Sterile Solution is ineffective when administered prior to day-5 after ovulation. Pregnancy status should be determined prior to treatment since LUTALYSE has been reported to induce abortion and parturition when sufficient doses were administered. Mares should not be treated if they suffer from either acute or subacute disorders of the vascular system, gastrointestinal tract, respiratory system, or reproductive tract. aDVeRse ReaCtIONs Cattle: Limited salivation has been reported in some instances. swine: The most frequently observed side effects were erythema and pruritus, slight incoordination, nesting behavior, itching, urination, defecation, abdominal muscle spasms, tail movements, hyperpnea or dyspnea, increased vocalization, salivation, and at the 100 mg (10X) dose only, possible vomiting. These side effects are transitory, lasting from 10 minutes to 3 hours, and were not detrimental to the health of the animal. Mares: The most frequently observed side effects are sweating and decreased rectal temperature. However, these have been transient in all cases observed and have not been detrimental to the animal. Other reactions seen have been increase in heart rate, increase in respiration rate, some abdominal discomfort, locomotor incoordination, and lying down. These effects are usually seen within 15 minutes of injection and disappear within one hour. Mares usually continue to eat during the period of expression of side effects. One anaphylactic reaction of several hundred mares treated with LUTALYSE Sterile Solution was reported but was not confirmed. NADA #108-901, Approved by FDA U.S. Patent No. 6,187,818

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National Gelbvieh and Balancer速 Show

Grand Champion Gelbvieh Female BVLK 120Y ET Britney Volek, Highmore, S.D. Sire: GKG Harley

Grand Champion Gelbvieh Bull JRI Crusader 285Y99 Michael York, Carthage, Mo. Sire: JRI Top Recruit 254U82

Reserve Champion Gelbvieh Female GGGE 3G Cowgirl Zesta 204Z Emily Griffiths, Kendallville, Ind. Sire: GGGE 3G Time Machine

Reserve Champion Gelbvieh Bull RID R Shotgun Slade 1020X Ridinger Cattle Company, Deer Trail, Colo. Sire: BABR RID Rooster Cogburn

Champions Named in NWSS National Gelbvieh and Balancer速 Show The National Gelbvieh and Balancer速 show was held January 14, 2013 in conjunction with the National Western Stock Show. Entries for the 2013 show were significantly greater than the previous year with 233 Gelbvieh and Balancer bulls and females paraded before Judge Cody Sankey of East Lansing, Mich. The show included 74 Gelbvieh females, 50 Gelbvieh bulls, 73 Balancer females and 36 Balancer bulls. The honors of premier exhibitor and premier breeder went to Emily Griffiths, Kendallville, Ind. The following pages contain a listing of the top three 24 | MARCH 2013

placings in each class, as well as photos of the division champions and reserves. Photos and results by Jennifer Scharpe.

National Gelbvieh and Balancer速 Show

Grand Champion Balancer Female BABR 1015Y ET Beastrom/Spencer/Volek, Highmore, S.D. Sire: S A V Brilliance 8077

Grand Champion Balancer Bull XXB Insidious 612Y Boehler Gelbviehs, Orleans, Neb. Sire: Silveiras Style 9303

Reserve Champion Balancer Female EGL Nicolette Y096 ET Eagle Pass Ranch, Highmore, S.D. Sire: EGL Northern Dancer

Reserve Champion Balancer Bull GGGE 3G EZ Money 209Z Overmiller Gelbvieh/Emily Griffiths, Smith Center, Kan. Sire: DUFF Basic Instinct

Premier Exhibitor and Premier Breeder Emily Griffiths Kendallville, Ind.

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National Gelbvieh and Balancer® Show

Champion Gelbvieh Spring Heifer Calf BVLK Z202 Britney Volek, Highmore, S.D. Sire: CRAN Buddy Boy T729

Reserve Gelbvieh Spring Heifer Calf BCFG Butlers Kali 801Z Zach Butler/T&R Farms/Coles Bend, Milton, Tenn. Sire: BCFG Butlers Red Oak

Reserve Gelbvieh Winter Heifer Calf CIRS 2101Z Circle S Ranch, Canton, Kan. Sire: CRAN Buddy Boy T729

Champion Gelbvieh Senior Heifer Calf JCGR BAR GT Pretty Woman 529Y Jumping Cow Gelbvieh, Ramah, Colo. Sire: RID R Collateral 2R

Reserve Gelbvieh Senior Heifer Calf TJB Lady Granite 258Y-ET TJB Gelbvieh/Warner Beef Genetics, Chickamauga, Ga. Sire: CRAN Buddy Boy T729

Champion Gelbvieh Intermediate Heifer GGGE 3G Yes Please 183Y Emily Griffiths, Kendallville, Ind. Sire: GGGE 3G Time Machine

Reserve Gelbvieh Intermediate Heifer HCCG Ms Marissa 31Y36 Hightower Cattle Company, Lacygne, Kan. Sire: JRI Pop A Top 197T83

Reserve Gelbvieh Junior Heifer EGL Janelle Y011 ET Eagle Pass Ranch, Highmore, S.D. Sire: JBOB 3303K ET

Gelbvieh Females

Class 111-1 June 1 to June 30, 2012 1. BCFG Butlers Kali 801Z, Zack Butler/T&R Farms/Coles Bend, Milton, Tenn.

Class 111-2 April 3 to May 10, 2012 1. BVLK Z202, Britney Volek, Highmore, S.D.; 2. MDR Princess 200Z, BCFG Butlers Red Oak, Dobson Ranch, Kaw City, Okla.; 3. KKKG Lucy 336Z, Collin Berkley, Osborne, Kan.

Class 111-3 March 8 to March 18, 2012 1. CRAN Z234, Cranview Gelbvieh, Minot, N.D.; 2. DCSF Post Rock Revel 183Z2, Meredith Clark, 26 | MARCH 2013

Barnard, Kan.; 3. TBKN Whitney 1Z2, Tyler Beenken, Buckingham, Iowa

Class 111-4 March 1 to March 6, 2012 1. BEA 2000Z, Jim & Barb Beastrom, Pierre, S.D.; 2. JDPD Dream With Me S46Z, The Dromgoole’s Heaven, Richmond, Texas; 3. PHG Vanity Z47, Prairie Hills Gelbvieh, Gladstone, N.D.

Class 111-5 February 1 to February 28, 2012 1. DTKF Faith’s Seduction 411Z, DTK Cattle Company, Janesville, Iowa; 2. EGL Lorelei Z080 ET, Eagle Pass Ranch, Highmore, S.D.; 3. EV Kari-On 8Z, Twisted T Gelbvieh, Asquith, SK

Class 111-6 January 3 to January 30, 2012 1. GGGE 3G Cowgirl Zesta 204Z, Emily Griffiths, Kendallville, Ind.; 2. CIRS 2101Z, John L. Shearer, Canton, Kan.; 3. BCFG Butlers Ms Impact 70Z, Aidan Raab, Markle, Ind.

Class 111-7 November 1 to December 31, 2011 1. TJB Lady Granite 258Y-ET, TJB Gelbvieh/Warner Beef Genetics, Chickamauga, Ga.; 2. KKKG 335Y, Raile Gelbvieh, St. Francis, Kan.; 3. BCFG Butlers Ms Code 549Y, Michael Ring, Oregon, Ill.

Class 111-8 September 3 to October 24, 2011 1. JCGR BAR GT Pretty Woman 529Y, Jumping Cow Gelbvieh,

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Featuring progeny from these Great Sires

Bull Sale

Saturday, March 16, 2013 1:00 PM CT – at the ranch, Lake City, SD

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BD: 4-3-12 • BW: 78 lbs. • 205 wt: 800 lbs. Tremendous birth to growth spread in a top herdsire candidate.

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BD: 3-28-12 • BW: 98 lbs. • 205 wt: 925 lbs. A real performance bull with an awesome look.

43523 111th St., Lake City, SD 57247 Neal: 605-470-0448 • Email: njpearson@venturecomm.net Kermit: 605-380-6030 Chuck Ringkob: 605-470-0010 www.pearsoncattleco.com

This sale contains many half brothers to these bulls that have the same look and genetic proof.

National Gelbvieh and Balancer® Show

Champion Gelbvieh Senior Heifer KWHG Ms Lillian 8X34 Matt Raile, St. Francis, Kan. Sire: TAU Mr Kruggerand

Reserve Gelbvieh Senior Heifer KKKC Better Yet 693X Kale Kendrick, Palmyra, Mo. Sire: KAKC JPTK Hot Source

Champion Gelbvieh Cow-Calf SHWD Ms Mary Kay 29U Double Diamond Farms, Cynthiana, Ky. Sire: BTI Extra 2106K ET

Champion Gelbvieh Spring Bull Calf GGGE 3G Zip Line 266Z Emily Griffiths, Kendallville, Ind. Sire: GGGE 3G Excellence

Reserve Gelbvieh Spring Bull Calf MDR Silver 2648Z Dobson Ranch, Kaw City, Okla. Sire: DCSF Post Rock Silver

Champion Gelbvieh Winter Bull Calf EGL Boone Z027 ET Eagle Pass Ranch, Highmore, S.D. Sire: JRI Extra Exposure

Reserve Gelbvieh Winter Bull Calf GRU Mr Zoom 911Z ET Grace Hammer, Wallace, Kan. Sire: BEA Passion 001X ET

Champion Gelbvieh Senior Bull Calf VER JDPD Fast N Loud 243Y Verner Farms/The Dromgoole’s Heaven, Rutledge, Ga. Sire: JDPD Akin 140W

Ramah, Colo.; 2. JDPD Spreading Rumors 407UY, J.Worrell/The Dromgoole’s Heaven, Mason, Texas; 3. GHGF Be Be 527Y, Longleaf Station, Jackson Springs, N.C.

Highmore, S.D.; 2. HTFG Ms Sweet Thing Y451, Benny McWilliams, Asbury, Mo.; 3. CIRS 122TY, Chandler Ladner, Argonia, Kan.

1. SHWD Ms Mary Kay 29U, Double Diamond Farms, Cynthiana, Ky.

Class 111-9

Class 111-12

Class 222-35

January 6 to February 17, 2011 1. EGL Janelle Y011ET, Eagle Pass Ranch, Highmore, S.D.; 2. CIRS Becca 72WY, TNT Farms, Butler, Ill.; 3. RID R Ms Raven 1120Y, Ariana De La Garza, Centennial, Colo.

August 1 to August 31, 2011 1. HCCG Ms Marissa 31Y36, Hightower Cattle Company, Lacygne, Kan.

Class 111-10 May 22 to June 4, 2011 1. GGGE 3G Yes Please 183Y, Emily Griffiths, Kendallville, Ind.; 2. SAV Ms Cinderella Dream 125Y2, Emma McDonald, Rolla, Mo.

Class 111-11 March 7 to April 9, 2011 1. BVLK 120Y ET, Britney Volek, 28 | MARCH 2013

Class 111-13 September 1 to December 22, 2010 1. KWHG Ms Lillian 8X34, Matt Raile, St. Francis, Kan.; 2. KKKC Better Yet 693X, Kale Kendrick, Palmyra, Mo.

Class 111-14 Cow-Calf Pairs

Gelbvieh Bulls March 12 to April 18, 2012 1. GGGE 3G Zip Line 266Z, Emily Griffiths, Kendallville, Ind.; 2. CIRS 2326Z, Circle S Ranch, Canton, Kan.; 3. DTKF Emotions Sucker Punch 116Z, DTK Cattle Company, Janesville, Iowa

Class 222-36 March 1 to March 10, 2012 1. MDR Silver 2648Z, Dobson Ranch, Kaw City, Okla.; 2. JDPD Hesston 195WZ, The Dromgoole’s Heaven, Richmond, Texas; 3. ELC Pay Dirt 6Z, Cooper Gelbvieh, Burdett, Kan.

McMahan Cove Gelbvieh

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We have been raising Gelbvieh cattle since 2005. We are small in quantity, but large in quality and very selective in moving our program forward. Our main objective is keeping the quality of the Gelbvieh Breed at its highest.

JKGF TOTAL IMPACT 09/02/11 • Purebred Gelbvieh • AMGV 1188368 Homozygous Black • Homozygous Polled Sire: Black Impact 3960N Dam: Miss Carrie ET Total Impact’s individual stats are phenomenal: Birth Weight: 72 lbs. Adj. 205 Day Weight: 822 lbs. Adj. Yearling Weight: 1,465 lbs. Total Impact’s pedigree reads like a “who’s who” with Black Impact, Bennett Kingpin, Highlight 066K and the great JKGF Miss Kara ET female that has produced many breed leading herdsires. CE

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National Gelbvieh and Balancer® Show

Reserve Gelbvieh Senior Bull Calf DCSF Post Rock Silver 273Y1 Post Rock Cattle Co., Barnard, Kan. Sire: DCSF Post Rock Silver

Champion Gelbvieh Intermediate Bull RWG Fire & Ice Y604 Royal Western Gelbvieh, Gladmar, SK Sire: PHG Mr Wizard W27

Reserve Gelbvieh Intermediate Bull RWG Yikes Y512 Royal Western Gelbvieh, Innisfail, AB Sire: PHG Mr Wizard W27

Reserve Gelbvieh Junior Bull EGL North’er Y007 ET R&N Overmiller Gelbvieh, Smith Center, Kan. Sire: JRI Top Recruit 254U82

Reserve Gelbvieh Senior Bull RWG Xtreme Traction X521 Cody Congdon, Innisfail, AB Sire: RWG Traction 7412

Champion Balancer Spring Heifer Calf TMKG Divine Liberty 277Z Veronica Turner, Klamath Falls, Ore. Sire: CODH Starlights Jacquizz

Reserve Balancer Spring Heifer Calf CRAN Z253 ET Cranview Gelbvieh, Minot, N.D. Sire: JHL LCC Field Day A614

Champion Balancer Winter Heifer Calf ELC Miss Bella 08Z Cooper Gelbvieh, Burdett, Kan. Sire: SIXM Red Six Mile Sakic 832S

Class 222-37 February 11 to February 28, 2012 1. GRU Mr Zoom 911Z ET, Grace Hammer, Wallace, Kan.; 2. GGGE 3G Z-Score 242Z, Emily Griffiths, Kendallville, Ind.; 3. DVE Davidson Jackpot 74Z, Davidson Gelbvieh, Ponteix, SK

Class 222-38 January 2 to February 10, 2012 1. EGL Boone Z027 ET, Eagle Pass Ranch, Highmore, S.D.; 2. BDCG 147Z3, Dawson Creek Gelbvieh, Easton, Kan.; 3. BABR 2101Z, Wes & Brittney Spencer, Pierre, S.D.

Class 222-39 September 8 to October 12, 2011 1. VER JDPD Fast N Loud 243Y, Verner Farms/The Dromgoole’s Heaven, Rutledge, Ga.; 2. DCSF Post 30 | MARCH 2013

Rock Silver 237Y1, Post Rock Cattle Co., Barnard, Kan.; 3. LWHF JKGF Premium Plus 482Y, Little Windy Hill Farms, Max Meadows, Va.

Class 222-40 May 19 to August 8, 2011 1. RWG Fire & Ice Y604, Royal Western Gelbvieh, Gladmar, SK; 2. RWG Yikes Y512, Royal Western Gelbvieh, Innisfail, AB; 3. CIRS 33NY, 3B Ranch, Canton, Kan.

Class 222-41 January 8 to March 16, 2011 1. JRI Crusader 285Y99, Michael York, Carthage, Mo.; 2. EGL North’er Y007 ET, R&N Overmiller Gelbvieh, Smith Center, Kan.; 3. EV Mighty Dandy 8Y, Twisted T Gelbvieh, Asquith, SK

Class 222-42 February 11 to September 15, 2010 1. RID R Shotgun Slade 1020X, Ridinger Cattle Company, Deer Trail, Colo.; 2. RWG Xtreme Traction X521, Cody Congdon, Innisfail, AB; 3. DVE Davidson Jumpstart 44X, Davidson Gelbvieh, Ponteix, SK

Balancer Females

Class 444-15 May 23 to May 31, 2012 1. TMKG Divine Liberty 277Z, Veronica Turner, Klamath Falls, Ore.; 2. BNW Prairie Gal PGS L&L 2069Z, Wilkinson Gelbvieh Ranch, Model, Colo.

Class 444-16 April 1 to April 17, 2012

National Gelbvieh and Balancer® Show

Reserve Balancer Winter Heifer Calf PLA Miss Zelda 20Z Plateau Gelbvieh, Peetz, Colo. Sire: S A V Pioneer 7301

Champion Balancer Senior Heifer Calf BCFG Butlers Ms Oak Leaf 534Y Bradley Piles, Bardstown, Ky. Sire: BCFG Butlers Red Oak

Reserve Balancer Senior Heifer Calf RID R Blackbird 1156Y ET Ridinger Cattle Company, Deer Trail, Colo. Sire: RID R Collateral 2R

Champion Balancer Intermediate Heifer PMG Yolanda 57Y Tricia Goes, Odell, Neb. Sire: JHG Premonition 662S

Champion Balancer Spring Bull Calf BCFG Butlers Bismarck 512Z Butler Creek Farms, Milton, Tenn. Sire: S A V Bismarck 5682

Reserve Balancer Spring Bull Calf MDR Brilliance 2339Z Norwood Gelbvieh/Dobson Ranch, Carthage, Mo. Sire: S A V Brilliance 8077

Reserve Balancer Winter Bull Calf AHL Redemption 237Z LeDoux Ranch, Agenda, Kan. Sire: S A V Bismarck 5682

Champion Balancer Senior Bull Calf GGGE 3G Yarborough 186Y Emily Griffiths, Kendallville, Ind. Sire: GGGE 3G Warlock 928W

1. ELC Miss Jordyn 21Z, Quentin Clark, Barnard, Kan.; 2. BAKR Miss Zabby 211Z, Elizabeth Beer, Milford, Ind.; 3. JKCO Ginger 44Z, JK Cattle, Lacygne, Kan.

Class 444-17 March 12 to March 26, 2012 1. CRAN Z253 ET, Cranview Gelbvieh, Minot, N.D.; 2. EGL Missouri Gold Z123 ET, Eagle Pass Ranch, Highmore, S.D.; 3. CRAN Z251 ET, Cranview Gelbvieh, Minot, N.D.

Class 444-18 March 1 to March 10, 2012 1. HIGH Ms Skyler 14Z40 ET, Hightower Cattle Company, Lacygne, Kan.; 2. HTFG Ms Zippy Z542, Benny McWilliams, Asbury, Mo.; 3. GAMB Zephyr Z41, Murray

Farms, Kingfisher, Okla.

Class 444-19 February 20 to February 25, 2012 1. ELC Miss Bella 08Z, Cooper Gelbvieh Burdett, Kan.; 2. JDPD Western Wonder T7114Z, The Dromgoole’s Heaven, Richmond, Texas; 3. JCGR BAR GT Unruly 241Z, Jumping Cow Gelbvieh, Ramah, Colo.

Class 444-20 February 2 to February 13, 2012 1. PLA Miss Zelda 20Z, Plateau Gelbvieh, Peetz, Colo.; 2. PLA Miss Good Nigh 242Z, Plateau Gelbvieh, Peetz, Colo.; 3. MCCA Zoey Z18, McCarty Cattle Company, Parachute, Colo.

Class 444-21 January 2 to January 27, 2012 1. EGL Lilly Z034 ET, Eagle Pass Ranch, Highmore, S.D.; 2. BCFG Butlers Ruby 502Z ET, Bradley Piles, Bardstown, Ky.; 3. XXB Zsa-Zsa 205Z, Boehler Gelbviehs, Orleans, Neb.

Class 444-22 November 1 to December 19, 2011 1. BCFG Butlers Ms Oak Leaf 534Y, Bradley Piles, Bardstown, Ky.; 2. XXB Miss Lookout 201Y, Boehler Gelbviehs, Orleans, Neb.; 3. KDV T Bar S Adele 41Y, Kyle D. Vehige, Bonnots Mill, Mo.

Class 444-23 September 2 to October 16, 2011 1. RID R Blackbird 1156Y ET, Ridinger Cattle Company, Deer GELBVIEH WORLD | 31

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Reserve Balancer Senior Bull Calf LWHF New Balance 481Y Little Windy Hill Farms, Max Meadows, Va. Sire: S A V Bismarck 5682

Champion Balancer Intermediate Bull TMKG VTRN Patron 201Y Veronica Turner, Klamath Falls, Ore. Sire: SCC Right Design 65T

Reserve Balancer Junior Bull EGL Liberty Y079 ET R&N Overmiller Gelbvieh, Smith Center, Kan. Sire: EGL Freedom 5203

Champion Balancer Senior Bull DLW Industry 301X Blackgold/Cedar Top/Warner, Pritchett, Colo. Sire: Connealy Industry

Trail, Colo.; 2. MDR Larua 152Y, Brylee Thiel, Kaw City, Okla.; 3. LWHF Ms Balance 490Y, Little Windy Hill Farms, Max Meadows, Va.

2. MDR Brilliance 2339Z, Norwood Gelbvieh/Dobson Ranch, Carthage, Mo.; 3. TMKG Northwestern 262Z, Starlight/LeDoux, Kamath Falls, Ore.

Emily Griffiths, Kendallville, Ind.; 2. LWHF New Balance 481Y, Little Windy Hill Farms, Max Meadows, Va.; 3. GHGF Tradition 310Y, Green Hills Gelbvieh, Mt. Ulla, N.C.

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Class 555-28

Class 555-32

May 1 to May 16, 2011 1. PMG Yolanda 57Y, Tricia Goes, Odell, Neb.

February 16 to February 26, 2012 1. BABR 2100Z ET, Wes & Brittney Spencer, Pierre, S.D.; 2. BEA 200Z ET, Jim & Barb Beastrom, Pierre, S.D.; 3. SGRI Z704, Schroeder Inc., Sioux Falls, S.D.

June 1 to June 16, 2011 1. TMKG VTRN Patron 201Y, Veronica Turner, Klamath Falls, Ore.

Class 444-25 March 7 to April 13, 2011 1. BNW Prairie Gal 1063Y, Wilkinson Gelbvieh Ranch, Model, Colo.; 2. CRAN Y157 ET, Cranview Gelbvieh, Minot, N.D.; 3. MCCA Yasmine Y16, Rachel Dowdell, Silt, Colo.

Class 444-26 January 12 to February 22, 2011 1. BABR 1015Y ET, Beastrom/ Spencer/Volek, Highmore, S.D.; EGL Nicolette Y096 ET, Eagle Pass Ranch, Highmore, S.D.; 3. TAU Miss Gridiron 131Y, Justin Taubenheim, Amherst, Neb.

Balancer Bulls

Class 555-27 March 1 to March 8, 2012 1. BCFG Butlers Bismarck 512Z, Butler Creek Farms, Milton, Tenn.; 32 | MARCH 2013

Class 555-29 February 2 to February 13, 2012 1. AHL Redemption 237Z, LeDoux Ranch, Agenda, Kan.; 2. BARG Powerstrock 602Z, Barwick Gelbvieh, Orleans, Neb.; 3. FHG Flying H Mr Pro 158Z, Flying H Genetics, Arapahoe, Neb.

Class 555-30 January 2 to January 29, 2012 1. GGGE 3G EZ Money 209Z, Overmiller Gelbvieh/Emily Griffiths, Smith Center, Kan.; 2. SKYM Foreman 2002Z, DDM Gelbvieh, Winslow, Ill.; 3. BARG Striker 117Z ET, Barwick Gelbvieh, Orleans, Neb.

Class 555-31 September 7 to November 6, 2011 1. GGGE 3G Yarborough 186Y,

Class 555-33 January 24 to March 15, 2011 1. XXB Insidious 612Y, Boehler Gelbviehs, Orleans, Neb.; 2. EGL Liberty Y079 ET, R&N Overmiller Gelbvieh, Smith Center, Kan.; 3. BAG Diamond Back Y98, Wilkinson/Castleberry/Martin, Model, Colo.

Class 555-34 February 1 to February 22, 2010 1. DLW Industry 301X, Blackgold/ Cedar Top/Warner, Pritchett, Colo.

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Owned By: Rippe Gelbvieh, Thortenson Gelbvieh & Angus, Dustin Rippe, Cedar Top Ranch, Bar Arrow Cattle Company, Burbank Cattle Company, and John Beastrom.

GENOMICS GeneSeek® Announces Next Generation of DNA Technology wide selection, comparative genetics studies and higher density imputation.

Cattle breeders now have access to the industry’s most powerful and comprehensive DNA profile, the GeneSeek® Genomic Profiler Bovine HDTM. This is 80,000 SNP panel takes DNA technology to the next level. GENESEEK®, A NEOGEN Corporation Company, announces the immediate availability of the next generation of DNA technology: the GeneSeek Genomic Profiler Bovine HDTM (GGP-HD), the most powerful and comprehensive profile available for cattle producers today. The custom, high-density GGP-HD utilizes the Illumina Infinium® chemistry and features nearly 80,000 SNPs for highly-accurate genomic-enhanced expected progeny differences (GE-EPDs), genome-

“GeneSeek has harnessed DNA technology and improved upon the Illumina Bovine SNP 50 base content to develop a more powerful, cost-effective and customer-friendly product,” says Dr. Stewart Bauck, director of beef genomics for GeneSeek. “From a single test sample, the GGP-HD provides cattle producers access to a faster and more accurate genetic evaluation of their cattle at a significant cost savings.” The availability of the GGP-HD is due to the collaboration between the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Iowa State University and GeneSeek. “The GeneSeek Genomic Profiler Bovine HDTM combines many of the features of the Illumina Bovine SNP 50 panel, but is enhanced with high-density content and will be more informative than a 50K product, at a much more affordable price than the Illumina 770k Continued on page 38

Held in conjunction with the Minnesota Beef Showcase Saturday, March 16, 2013 • Noon

Red Horse Ranch Arena • 22671 County Highway 10 • Fergus Falls, MN

Selling Gelbvieh and Balancer® • Bulls • Bred Females

Schedule

Friday, March 15 7:30 – 10:00 a.m. 9:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m.

• Cow-Calf Pairs • Open Heifers

Pancake Breakfast Trade show open and Cattle ready for viewing Education Seminars Topics: Pasture Management; Catalog Available Online Boosting Feed Value

Saturday, March 16 7:30 – 10:00 a.m. Pancake Breakfast Noon Sales Begin

www.minnesotagelbvieh.com www.beefshowcase.com

More information contact: Jason Sauer 507-459-5341 – jsauer1@hotmail.com Jason Russell 608-287-4090 – jrussell@uwalumni.com

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JUMPING COW GELBVIEH Range Ready Bull Sale

Back at the Ranch • March 23, 2013 • 1:00 PM Selling 60 Gelbvieh 24063 County Road 122 • Ramah, CO Also selling select Join us for Lunch & Balancer® Bulls show heifers

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75% Gelbvieh Beech Jet Daughter

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2013 National Reserve Champion Gelbvieh Bull Sire: RID Rooster Cogburn 845U â&#x20AC;˘ Dam: BAR GT Ima Lady 437H ET

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HD panel,” explains Dr. Dorian Garrick, Iowa State University Lush Chair in animal breeding and genetics and National Beef Cattle Evaluation Consortium (NBCEC) executive director. “The content of the GGP-HD is complementary to the GGP-LD, and the combined use of these two panels will improve the costeffectiveness of genomic prediction and genome-wide association studies, both for industry applications and for research.” Significant work in the development of the GGP-HD concentrated on providing beef breed associations with the most appropriate genetic markers for GE-EPDs, plus comprehensive parentage, disease and trait relevant SNPs – all for an affordable price. “Key elements that are important to individual breeds have been factored into the product,” says Dr. Bauck. “For example, the GGP-HD features hundreds of SNPs that enable the conversion from a SNP profile to microsatellite data for parentage determination from historic samples. The GGP-HD content has been specifically chosen so that it will be applicable to both purebred and crossbred cattle, making it an attractive

option for all breed associations and their members, including composite cattle such as Angus cross.”

“Key elements that are important to individual breeds have been factored into the product.” - Dr. Stewart Bauck The increase in accuracy of the EPD of a young sire from incorporating the GGP-HD is the equivalent to adding at least six progeny to a yearling bull for a moderately heritable trait such as marbling, explains Dr. Bauck. “Seedstock producers no longer have to wait until a bull is three years old before seeing a return on their investment. The GGP-HD allows producers to predict the true genetic potential of their bulls earlier and with more confidence to make faster genetic progress.” For more information about the GeneSeek Genomic Profiler Bovine HDTM, call (877) 443-6489 or visit www. neogen.com/GeneSeek. FFF

The Proof is in the Progeny At Wilkinson Gelbvieh, we use the kind of bulls that will improve our herd –Phenotypically AND Genotypically. Goldman is siring those kinds of calves: tremendous carcass attributes, with the volume and depth that we all like to see in our cattle.

GDW BLK Krugers Goldman 8166U HOMO Black and HOMO Polled Marbling EPD – .56 Carcass Merit – $81.10 Feedlot Merit – $47.96

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Private Treaty Bull Sales – at the Ranch Beginning March 16, 2013

offering bulls out of Goldman, KCF Bennett S-30, SYD Stampede 122S, Frontman, and Conneally Stimulus.

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GPA PROGRAM GPA Applications due April 15 for 2012 Management Year THROUGH THE AMERICAN Gelbvieh Association’s Gelbvieh Performance Advantage (GPA) program, AGA members gain recognition for all the data collection they do throughout the year. More importantly, members are able to use the GPA program as a way to set their breeding program apart from others as they provide a value-added service to their customers with the data they collect. GPA applications for the 2012 management year are due on or before April 15. The application is pretty painless – simply requiring members to list the data they have collected during the last year. Members receive points for having growth and performance records, using AI, doing DNA testing, and using sires that excel in tenderness, carcass value, milk and scrotal circumference. The GPA program is unique within the seedstock industry. It provides a means for Gelbvieh breeders, both small and large, to promote the performance

aspects of their program. The GPA program has three recognition levels – bronze, silver, and gold – based on the total points received for the performance attributes of each program. From now through April 15, 2013, we will be accepting qualification forms for the fourth year of this program. Instructions and qualification forms can be found on the AGA website in the Membership/Member Programs section or can be obtained by requesting them from the AGA office. Qulifying members will be recognized in the July 2012 Herd Reference Edition of the Gelbvieh World. To receive recognition, qualification forms and worksheets should be filled out completely and any supporting documentation included. Multiple memberships that include animals that are managed together can be submitted on one application and will be recognized at the achieved level of those grouped memberships. FFF

DLW Windsor 36W ET Homozygous Polled Purebred Gelbvieh

DOB: 02/12/2009 AMGV# 1115946

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This Windsor daughter sold in the 2013 National Sale

Wandering Meadows Farm Mattison Family Dan and Kate Warner 42198 Road 721, Arapahoe, NE 68922 (H) 308-962-5485 Monte Warner: 308-268-6020 Darren Warner: 308-962-6511

Scott & Sonia Mattison Brianna, Nicole, Josh & Kallie 15995 Harvest Ave Lamberton, MN 56152 507-430-0505 • email: ssmattison@redred.com

23rd Annual Production Sale

Tuesday, March 12, 2013 at 1:00 p.m.

at Bar Arrow Cattle Company, North of Phillipsburg, Kansas

featuring Performance, Maternal, Carcass and Docility

Popular 2013 NWSS Pen Bulls will sell!

We emphasize performance and carcass without sacrificing

functional maternal based females. We have fed and ultrasounded our own genetics for 19 years.

Selling 70 Gelbvieh & Balancer 20 Gelbvieh & Balancer Open heifers Picked right off the Top!

Bulls

Fancy

Cutting Edge Genetics for the Commercial Cattlemen For sale book or video, call or email Stuart or go online to www.bararrowcattlecompnay.com

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Gelbvieh ProfitPartners

Realizing the Value

Stuart Jarvis 26 E. Limestone Rd. • Phillipsburg, KS 67661 e-mail: bararrow@ruraltel.net • 785/543-5177

CUP LIST Find a CUP Technician Near You COLLECTING CARCASS ULTRASOUND data on bulls and females continues to be a valuable tool for seedstock breeders. For bulls, it adds value to the seedstock you provide your customers and helps them make more informed bull buying decisions. On heifers, it helps the seedstock breeder make replacement heifer decisions. One change with the New Generation AGA EPDs is that bull %IMF data is now included in the national cattle evaluation process for the development of marbling EPDs. Previously, only heifer %IMF data was

included. With the release of the January 2013 EPDs, both bull and heifer %IMF ultrasound data was included in the calculation of marbling EPDs and will continue to be in the future, increasing the importance of conducting ultrasound scans on both bulls and females. Gelbvieh and Balancer速 breeders are encouraged to use a CUP (Certified Ultrasound Processing) Lab ultrasound technician. The AGA partners with CUP to process the ultrasound data for inclusion in EPD calculations. Below is the list of CUP technicians. For more information, visit www.cuplab.com.

Daren Bosarge 251-282-6807

Evergreen, AL 251-282-6480

Scott Nash 208-317-4375

Pocatello, ID

Jason Edmondson 334-447-0509

Auburn, AL

Steve Harrison Grace, ID 208-427-6217 208-427-6217

Brett Setter Palo Cedro, CA 530-222-1102 209-304-9757

Ryan Washburn 618-319-0358

John Openshaw Modesto, CA 209-522-7742 209-613-2974

Michael Lindell Leonardville, KS 785-293-5282 217-370-7483

Curtis Travioli 559-528-4542

Trish Breuel Centerville, KS 913-898-4128 785-229-5174

Orosi, CA

Martinsville, IL

Clint Shults Meeker, CO 970-878-5713 970-201-4104

Stan Carnes Stanford, KY 606-365-4996 859-326-1469

Amy Perryman 352-591-0441

Tommy Shields 337-377-3842

Micanopy, FL

Lake Charles, LA

Bill Martin Jefferson, GA 706-367-8349 706-654-8883

Kevin Gould Ionia, MI 616-527-5357 616-443-2956

Toby Muller Adair, IA 641-742-5515 515-971-6913

Angela Charchenko Brook Park, MN 320-420-6203 320-420-6203

Isaiah Shnurman Adel, IA 515-993-4711 515-371-5065

Trish Bordewyk Taunton, MN 507-872-6113 507-829-2194

Bridget Driscoll Williamsburg, IA 319-668-2082 319-430-8023

Russell Coon Bethel, MO 660-284-6518 660-341-2705

Shawn Nicholson Stuart, IA 515-523-1755 515-971-1973

Bob Stevenson Hobson, MT 406-423-5365 406-350-5453

Florence Millard Nampa, ID 208-880-2152 208-880-2152

J.J. Hovde Sidney, MT 406-433-1413 406-480-2442

Gary Neumeyer Naples, ID 208-267-3828 208-255-9018

Kristin Bailey 406-285-3923

Jason Anderson Jerome, ID 435-452-2229 208-420-7352

Brent Scarlett Asheboro, NC 336-629-5400 336-460-0380

Joel Packham Burley, ID 208-945-2814 208-251-7238

Maureen Dietz 701-218-0366

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Three Forks, MT

Medora, ND

Brian Stoller Palisade, NE 308-285-3313 308-737-6213

Loren Rozell Warner, SD 605-226-0515 605-228-4074

J.R. Tait 515-979-1773

Steven Muller Agar, SD 605-359-0667 605-381-4251

Lincoln, NE

Sara Talsma Lexington, NE 308-289-0443 308-289-0443

Jeff Schoenfelder Dimock, SD 605-928-3025 605-999-7086

Tiffany Stoller Palisade, NE 308-285-3313 308-737-6230

Alex Dulaney Greeneville, TN 423-620-3701 423-972-1954

Jolene Grunhaupt Crookston, NE 402-425-3285 402-389-0473

Amanda Houser Cookeville, TN 931-528-8342 931-267-1802

Mark Goes Beatrice, NE 402-223-2433 402-239-3038

Casey Worrell Harper, TX 830-864-5161 512-413-1610

Megan Gotschall 402-340-0162

Joel Walter 979-324-6004

Stuart, NE

College Station, TX

Troy Anderson Guide Rock, NE 402-257-2355 402-257-7104

Alford Echols Cooper, TX 903-395-2093 903-517-0148

Shelly Blocker 505-286-7524

Donnie Robertson Normangee, TX 903-536-9402 936-581-1844

Golden, NM

Heather Birdsall Cortland, NY 607-753-5222 607-745-4854

Flavio Ribeiro 806-742-2805 X. 245

Lubbock, TX 979-204-4736

Bonnie Bradford 419-394-5076

St. Marys, OH

Tandi Riley Clyde, TX 325-529-3473 325-668-7461

Martin Mussard 614-327-1821

Mt. Vernon, OH

Annie Clement-Tinnin 325-660-4730

Alvin, TX

Don Vick Coyle, OK 405-377-8037 405-880-4205

Kendrick LeBlanc 979-571-4424

College Station, TX

Les Hutchens Stillwater, OK 405-377-8037 405-880-5049

Bob Patacini 509-378-8014

Prosser, WA

Marty Ponder Bristow, OK 918-367-3087 918-639-2824

Mike Stanek 515-450-2234

Potosi, WI

Susan McCalib 503-812-2924

Hillsboro, OR

Bill Hilleman Richland Center, WI 608-647-6333 608-604-6787

Lacy Weimer 724-454-2001

New Alexandria, PA

Jim Pritchard Marlinton, WV 304-799-4310 304-651-0139

Zach Clark 803-646-6060

Blackville, SC

Brett Ruiz Yoder, WY 307-532-3889 307-532-0595

Bill Rotenberger Ludlow, SD 605-576-3208 701-391-2004

Alvin Ruiz Yoder, WY 307-532-3889 307-532-1661

Dan (Elgin) Hines Martin, SD 605-685-8222 605-685-8222

Eric Geving 307-868-2487

Meeteetse, WY 307-272-4763 (primary)

Eric Knock Tulare, SD 605-853-0008 605-695-4086

Wesley Brown 307-351-6453

Cheyenne, WY

Jason McLennan 605-645-1630

Belle Fourche, SD

Kama Bruns Plankinton, SD 605-942-7843 605-484-6045

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National Gelbvieh and Balancer速 Pen Bull Show

Grand Champion Pen of 3 Gelbvieh Bulls Judd Ranch, Inc., Pomona, Kan.

Grand Champion Pen of 5 Gelbvieh Bulls Judd Ranch, Inc., Pomona, Kan.

Reserve Champion Pen of 3 Gelbvieh Bulls Bar Arrow Cattle Company, Phillipsburg, Kan.

Reserve Champion Pen of 5 Gelbvieh Bulls Bar Arrow Cattle Company, Phillipsburg, Kan.

Gelbvieh and Balancer速 Pen Bull Show Generates Excitement Nearly double the number of pens exhibited and truly outstanding quality from previous years made for a tremendous Gelbvieh and Balancer速 Pen Bull Show at the 2013 National Western Stock Show. A total of 19 pens were exhibited in the show, which took place on Sunday, January 13 in the Livestock Center Auction Arena. Don MacLennan from Byers, Colo., evaluated the Gelbvieh and Balancer bulls exhibited in pens of three and pens of five. The champion pen of three Gelbvieh bulls was exhibited by Judd Ranch, Pomona, Kan. At an average age of 333 days, the pen had an average weight of 1,180 pounds with a weight per day of age of 3.54 lbs./day. This 44 | MARCH 2013

pen had average ultrasound scan data of: 15.15 inches REA; 2.91 %IMF; and 0.24 inch FT. Bar Arrow Cattle Company of Phillipsburg, Kan., exhibited the reserve champion pen of three Gelbvieh bulls. The average measurements for this pen were: 326 age in days; 1,070 pounds; 3.28 lbs./day WDA; 15.39 inches REA; 2.87 %IMF; and 0.27 inch FT. Judd Ranch struck again exhibiting the grand champion pen of five Gelbvieh bulls. At 341 days in age, this pen had an average weight of 1,150 pounds, with a weight per day of age of 3.37 lbs./day. The average ultrasound scan data was: 15.79 inches REA;

National Gelbvieh and Balancer速 Pen Bull Show

Grand Champion Pen of 3 Balancer Bulls Warner Beef Genetics, Arapahoe, Neb.

Grand Champion Pen of 5 Balancer Bulls Taubenheim Gelbvieh, Amherest, Neb.

Reserve Champion Pen of 3 Balancer Bulls Taubenheim Gelbvieh, Amherst, Neb.

Reserve Champion Pen of 5 Balancer Bulls Judd Ranch, Inc., Pomona, Kan.

3.14 %IMF; and 0.25 inch FT. And as with the pen of three Gelbvieh bulls, Bar Arrow Cattle Company exhibited the pen of five Gelbvieh bulls. These five bulls had average measurements of: 310 age in days; 1,145 pounds; 3.69 lbs./day WDA; 15.49 inches REA; 2.94 %IMF; and 0.25 inch FT. In the Balancer division, the champion pen of three bulls went to Warner Beef Genetics, Arapahoe, Neb. At 325 days old, this pen had an average weight of 1,158 pounds, with a WDA of 3.56 lbs./day. The average ultrasound data of this pen was: 15.80 inches REA; 2.60 %IMF; 0.32 inch FT. Taubenheim Gelbvieh of Amherst, Neb., had the reserve champion pen of three Balancer bulls. Average

measurements for this pen were: 338 age in days; 1,367 pounds; 4.04 lbs./day WDA; 15.74 inches REA; 3.93 %IMF; and 0.33 inch FT. A new addition to the NWSS Gelbvieh and Balancer Pen Bull Show was the Balancer pen of five bulls. Champion of this division went to Taubenheim Gelbvieh. Their pen posted average measurements of: 346 days old; 1,260 pounds; 3.64 lbs./day WDA; 14.72 inches REA; 3.53 %IMF; and 0.38 inch FT. Judd Ranch exhibited the reserve champion pen of five Balancer bulls. The average measurements of this pen were: 352 days; 1,238 pounds; 3.52 lbs./day WDA; 15.16 inches REA; 3.47 %IMF; and 0.29 inches FT. Photos and results by Jennifer Scharpe.

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National Gelbvieh and Balancer® Sale

National Gelbvieh and Balancer® Sale Averages $7,720 Setting the pace for another strong Gelbvieh and Balancer® sale season, the 2013 National Gelbvieh and Balancer Sale had an outstanding offering which was met by active bidding from a standing room only crowd in the Livestock Center Auction Arena at the NWSS. By Jennifer Scharpe

THE 2013 NATIONAL Gelbvieh and Balancer® sale was held January 13, 2013 at the National Western Stock Show. The sale set an impressive average of $7,720 on 25 lots. Breeders and cattlemen filled the Livestock Center Auction Arena to bid on the elite Gelbvieh and Balancer genetics offered from outstanding seedstock programs

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from across the country. The sale was managed by Cattlemen’s Connection, Roger Gatz of Hiawatha, Kan., and is sponsored by the American Gelbvieh Association. Jim Birdwell of Fletcher, Okla., was the auctioneer. Topping the sale at $25,000 was EGL Janelle Y011 ET consigned by Eagle Pass Ranch, Highmore, S.D. This black, double polled purebred bred heifer had many friends on sale day. She is sired by JBOB 3303K ET “Junior”, and goes back to the great donor cow EGL Phoebe G374. EGL Janelle was tested for feed efficiency at the Eagle Pass Ranch facilities and finished with a -2.82 RFI score and a 3.32 lbs./day ADG. She sold safe in calf for a March baby by EGL Freedom 5203. She was purchased by a group of breeders including Thorstenson Lazy TV Ranch, Selby, S.D.; Green Hills Gelbvieh, Mt. Ulla, N.C.; Pleasant Meadow Farms, Glascow, Ky; and Leonhardt Cattle Co., Lake Preston, S.D. The second high selling lot was the winner of the

Maternal Edge Female Sales

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North Carolina Maternal Edge Sale Saturday, March 16, 2013 • Noon Sponsored by: North Carolina Gelbvieh Association

Upton Sale Arena, Sampson County Livestock Facility, Clinton, NC

American Gelbvieh Association 303-465-2333

Contact for consignments and information: Duane Strider: 336-964-6277, ccrosscattle@yahoo.com William McIntosh: 502-867-3132, williamm@gelbvieh.org Auctioneer: E. B. Harris, www.ebharris.com NCAL 1468 • NC#C4264 – VAL146

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National Gelbvieh and Balancer® Sale Sale Averages 3 Bred Heifers 4 Bulls 8 Breeder’s Picks 10 Open Heifers Overall Average Sale Gross

$12,000 $11,250 $7,750 $5,000 $7,720 $193,000

2013 Breeder’s Choice Gelbvieh Bull Futurity PGH Rockin The Bakken Z17. He is a red, homozygous polled February 23, 2012 son of COLB Mr Xavier X812. Prairie Hills Gelbvieh of Gladstone, N.D., bred this winning entry who sold for $20,000. Buying possession of the bull was Chimney Butte Ranch, Mandan, N.D. Semen packages were purchased by Golden Buckle Gelbvieh, Medina, N.D., Twisted T Gelbvieh, Asquith, SK, Canada, Twin Bridge Farm, Lomond, AB, Canada and Wilkinson Gelbvieh, Model, Co. Judd Ranch, Pomona, Kan., offered pick of their 2013 National Western Stock Show pen bulls. The morning

of the sale, the NWSS Gelbvieh and Balancer Pen Bull Show was held. Judd Ranch exhibited the champion pen of 3 Gelbvieh bulls, champion pen of 5 Gelbvieh bulls, and reserve pen of 5 Balancer bulls. Post Rock Cattle Company, Barnard, Kan., was the winning bidder of this pick at $15,000. Bar Arrow Cattle Company, Phillipsburg, Kan., sold pick of their 2012 bull or heifer calf crop. This pick has produced some outstanding, breed changing genetics in past years. At the fall of the gavel, Thorstenson Lazy TV Ranch of Selby, S.D., purchased this pick for $10,000. Eagle Pass Ranch of Highmore, S.D., purchased pick of the 2012 heifer calves or 2011 bred heifers from Thorstenson Lazy TV Ranch, Selby, S.D. For their $10,000 final bid, Eagle Pass Ranch will be able to pick from 300 heifer calves and 120 bred heifers. For more information about the American Gelbvieh Association, visit www.gelbvieh.org or call 303-465-2333. FFF

MIDDLE TENNESSEE GELBVIEH/ANGUS INVITATIONAL April 13, 2013 • 1:00 PM CT • Centerville, TN. • Hosted by Armstrong Cattle Co.

SELLING: v 40 plus Registered Gelbvieh, Balancer & Angus Females v 50 plus Commercial Angus & Gelbvieh Influenced Females v 20 plus Gelbvieh, Balancer & Angus Service Age Bulls

CONSIGNORS:

Armstrong Cattle Company Miller Gelbvieh Farm Blue Wells Farms JenJoe Farms

Armstrong Cattle Company

Steven & Anita Armstrong 4874 Hwy 50 • Centerville, TN 37033 615•418•2124

Gelbvieh Bar None Ranch S & S Gelbvieh McClellan Cattle Company Silver Farms

Quality Females such as this one sell!

Sale managed by

Slaughter Sale Management For catalog or information contact:

David Slaughter

162 Hastings Lane Fredonia, KY 42411 Phone: (270) 556-4259 E-mail: hmslghtr@aol.com

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Moving Your Program in the Right Direction SDCG X-Factor 202X Homozygous Black

Homozygous Polled

X-Factor daughter • DCH Z133

• X-Factor swept the 2011 People’s Choice Balancer® Futurity Championship! • Note his Carcass plus Igentiy report 9 Tenderness, 7 Marbling, 7% Choice DNA • 39 cm Yearling Scrotal • The first set of calves are on the ground now and they show a high volume rear quarter with square hip on a moderate frame • Structurally correct cattle that are extremely clean fronted

AGA #1142102 CE 8

BW 1.2

WW 54

YW 78

MK 27

TM 54

CD 7

ST YG CW RE MB FAT CV FM 5 -0.06 18 0.15 0.01 -0.02 7.93 24.75

5 5

6 9 7 7 6

Owners: Danell Diamond Six Ranch, Dawson Creek Gelbvieh, Goettlich Gelbvieh Semen Available: Gelbvieh Bull Barn (800) 535-6173 • Cattlemen’s Connection (800) 743-0026 And owners

7 5 6

JOB DANELL TD Chico Loco 28Y Homozygous Black

JOB DANELL Montana Infusion 5R Polled

Homozygous Black

Homozygous Polled

AGA #1184875 CE 11

BW 1.6

WW 69 5 4 7 7 8

YW 103

MK 27

TM 62

CD 6

ST YG CW 8 -0.05 33

AGA #955705

RE MB FAT CV FM 0.17 -0.05 -0.04 16.60 37.48

8 3 4 7 6 3

• Gelbvieh Champion Jr Bull at 2012 N.A.I.L.E in Louisville, KY, shown by Bar IV Livestock • Beef machine genetics from a beautiful, productive dam with an excellent teat/udder system • Superior EPD strength, featuring Calving Ease, Growth, Maternal and Carcass Merit • Top 25% for Marbling EPD and scanned a 3.70 IMF and 13.83 REA • 39 cm Yearling Scrotal • One of the best footed bulls in the industry with a wide base • Eye appealing with a great disposition Owners: Danell Diamond Six Ranch, Bar 4 Livestock, Beth & Barry Racke Semen Available: Gelbvieh Bull Barn (800) 535-6173 • Cattlemen’s Connection (800) 743-0026 And owners Canadian Semen Available only at Unger Land & Livestock (403) 556-6499

CE 14

BW 1.0

WW 62

MK 19

TM 50

CD 4

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-3.52

YW 106

ST 11

YG 0.07

CW RE MB FAT CV FM 35 -0.09 0.06 -0.03 27.12 44.12

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• To date AGA carcass-tested progeny graded 100% Choice, with an avg. 14.6” ribeye.

• Excellent heifer bull. • His progeny boast negetive RFI numbers for feed effiency the two years they were tested at Midland Bull Test! Owners: Danell Diamond Six Ranch, Middle Creek Farms Semen Available: (Canadian Exportable) Gelbvieh Bull Barn (800) 535-6173 Cattlemen’s Connection (800) 743-0026 And owners

Is Selling Your Bull! at the 18th Annual

5 Breeders CE BW WW YW MK TM CD YG CW RE MB FAT CV FM

14 -2.3 74 109 21 57 7 -0.14 30 0.26 -0.19 -0.06 2.47 39.88

a Gelbvieh Genetics Bull Sal n a t n o M l a r t n e Ce March 16, 2013 • Lewistown, MT • 1:00 p.m. • Stockyards

Homozygous Black

#1205254 PB GV

Homozygous Polled

Danell Resolution 26U ET x Jeanette 510R

CE BW WW YW MK TM CD YG CW RE MB FAT CV FM

9 -0.3 66 103 26 59 8 -0.10 30 0.38 0.02 -0.03 24.39 39.13

(color test pending)

#1205216 BA 75% GV

Homozygous Polled

4 6 5 5 6

EXT Govenor 3N x Danell O.J. 918L

BD: 2-17-12 • BW: 98 lbs. • 205 WT: 668 lbs. 10 0.2 68 117 20 54 3 -0.09 40 0.37 0.25 -0.04 53.77 51.07

Black

#1205489 BA 50% GV

4 4 5 5 8 4

Homozygous Polled

Don Danell

JOB DANELL Solvent 34Z Danell Resolution 26U ET x JLM Blacklass 6514

BD: 2-22-12 • BW: 98 lbs. • 205 WT: 698 lbs.

4 8 6 6 8

6 4 5 9 7 6

CE BW WW YW MK TM CD YG CW RE MB FAT CV FM

Don Danell

JOB DANELL Ameri. Pride 16Z ET Danell Resolution 26U ET x Monarch Sandy Pride S132

BD: 2-15-12 • BW: 95 lbs. • 205 WT: 828 lbs.

Homozygous Black

#1205220 BA 50% GV

Don Danell

JOB DANELL Grabber 22Z ET CE BW WW YW MK TM CD YG CW RE MB FAT CV FM

7 5 6 8 5 5

3 6 7 7 8

BD: 2-19-12 • BW: 78 lbs. • 205 WT: 722 lbs.

Homozygous Polled

#1205213 BA 50% GV

Don Danell

JOB DANELL Rascal 25Z

Black

50+ Bulls

CE BW WW YW MK TM CD YG CW RE MB FAT CV FM

Don Danell

JOB DANELL TD Snow Plow 23Z A A R Ten X 7008 S A x JOB Danell TD Snow Bunny 3U

BD: 2-18-12 • BW: 90 lbs. • 205 WT: 651 lbs.

7 4 5 6 6 5

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Homozygous Polled

13 0.0 68 116 16 51 3 0.07 39 0.17 0.56 0.00 82.92 49.30

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M All bulls are Igenity tested for Tenderness and Grade! M All our bulls are Ultrasound-tested for Carcass. M 90% Homozygous Polled and/or Homozygous Black! M All Bulls are from AI Sires! M Moving your program in the right direction!

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National Gelbvieh and Balancer速 Junior Show

Grand Champion Gelbvieh Female CIRS 122TY Chandler Ladner, Argonia, Kan. Sire: LFA 278RT

Grand Champion Balancer Female TAU Miss Gridiron 131Y Justin Taubenheim, Amherst, Neb. Sire: TC Gridiron 782

Reserve Champion Gelbvieh Female DCSF Post Rock Wilma 294Z8 Meredith Clark, Barnard, Kan. Sire: CTR Good Night 880U

Reserve Champion Balancer Female VER Miss Prissy 247Y ET J W LeDoux, Agenda, Kan. Sire: Leachman Saugahatchee

Outstanding Quality in NWSS Gelbvieh and Balancer速 Junior Show An outstanding set of Gelbvieh and Balancer速 heifers were exhibited in the National Western Stock Show Junior Gelbvieh and Balancer Female Show. Thirtytwo Gelbvieh females and 28 Balancer females were evaluated by Kyle Conley of Sulper, Okla. The junior show was held on Saturday, January 12, 2013 at the National Western Stock Show. The following is a listing of the top three placings in each class. Photos and results by Jennifer Scharpe

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Feed Intake Testing Since 2007 using the GrowSafe™ System

That’s why you can believe us when we say our bulls are “Verified Feed Efficient”. We have individual feed intake data on 2,500 head. All of our sale bulls and most of their dams have been tested for feed efficiency. RFI EPDs available. Connealy Protégé 5391 – 25 sons sell

GAR-EGL Protégé x EGL Target son that is now producing “Verified Feed Efficient” progeny at Eagle Pass. His low birth calves are big time performers with tremendous carcass merit.

EGL Northern Dancer U659 – 25 sons sell

XXB Ludacris x Northern Improvement son that stamps his calves with his big hip and massive rib. A former Balancer National Champion that is also “Verified Feed Efficient”.

Eagle Pass Ranch Bull Sale

Wednesday, March 20, 2013 At the ranch near Highmore, SD Broadcast on RFD-TV by Superior Productions 200 “Verified Feed Efficient” Bulls Angus • Balancer® • Gelbvieh • SimAngus • • • • •

Feed Intake Tested Fertility Tested Ultrasound Measured Docility Scored Free Delivery

You Can’t Improve If You Don’t Measure

Steve Munger • Managing Partner 34261 200th St.

EGL Lock and Load X415 – 25 sons sell

Efficiency NFI x SLC Freedom son that is a second generation product of proven efficient genetics. He was an outlier on his yearling intake test and his sons have shown the high heritability of the feed efficiency trait. Plus they are muscular and long made.

Highmore, SD 57345 Office: 605-229-2802 Nate Munger • Cowherd Manager Fax: 605-229-2835 E-mail: 605-943-5690 steve@eaglepassranch.com 605-380-2582 (Cell) Website: www.eaglepassranch.com 605-226-1537 605-380-0092 (Cell)

National Gelbvieh and Balancer® Junior Show

Gelbvieh Female Show

Class 725-1 May 2 to May 10, 2012 1. KKKC Pearl 533Z, Kale Kendrick, Palmyra, Mo.; 2. GGGE 3G Mini Red 271Z, Elizabeth Beer, Milford, Ind.; 3. GGGE 3G Cowgirl Zoan 267Z, Colton Kitley, Flora, Ill.

Class 725-2 March 1 to March 16, 2012 1. TBKN Whitney 1Z2, Tyler Beenken, Buckingham, Iowa; 2. DCSF Post Rock Revel 183Z2, Meredith Clark, Barnard, Kan.; 3. HTFG Ms Zina Z532, Benny McWilliams, Asbury, Mo.

Class 725-3 January 21 to February 21, 2012 1. DCSF Post Rock Wilma 294Z8, Meredith Clark, Barnard, Kan.; 2. CIRS 2101Z, John L. Shearer, Canton, Kan.; 3. TTTT Damn Special ET 1207Z, Chase Tabor, Columbus, Kan.

Class 726-4 December 1 to December 9, 2011 1. BCFG Butlers Ms Code 549Y, Michael Ring, Oregon, Ill.

Class 726-5 October 24 to November 1, 2011 1. GGGE 3G Cowgirl Yanin 188Y, George Weber, Lamar, Mo., 2. GHGF Temptress 58Y, Garrett Teeter, Mt. Ulla, N.C.

Class 727-6 June 1 to Jun 4, 2011 1. SAV Ms Cinderella Dream 125Y2, Emma McDonald, Rolla, Mo.

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Class 728-7 March 7 to April 9, 2011 1. CIRS 122TY, Chandler Ladner, Argonia, Kan.; 2. HTFG Ms Sweet Thing Y451, Benny McWilliams, Asbury, Mo.; 3. JCGR BAR GT Jenni 366Y, Madelyne Cope, Lathrop, Colo.

Class 728-8 January 6 to January 23, 2011 1. BNW Desert Rose Stampede 1001Y, Mitch Garcia, Las Animas, Colo.; 2. HMR Cherry’s Delight 29Y, Michael Ring, Oregon, Ill.; 3. GGGE 3G Cowgirl Yasmine 103Y, Kyle Sasse, Athol, Kan.

Class 729-9 October 21 to December 22, 2011 1. KKKC Better Yet 693X, Kale Kendrick, Palmyra, Mo.; 2. BDCG DC Ms Impact 32X1, Seth Beying, Leavenworth, Kan.

Balancer Females

Class 730-10 March 4 to April 3, 2012 1. HTFG Ms Zippy Z542, Benny McWilliams, Asbury, Mo.; 2. BAKR Miss Zabby 211Z, Elizabeth Beer, Milford, Ind.

Class 730-11 January 23 to February 25, 2012 1. LAMJ Queen of Spades 2673Z, Jake Lammers, Lexington, Neb.; 2. GWBR Zee 239Z, George Weber, Lamar, Mo.; 3. AAD Ms Allie 1208Z, Ariana De La Garza, Centennial, Colo.

Class 730-12 January 2 to January 19, 2012

1. BCFG Butlers Ruby 502Z, Bradley Piles, Bardstown, Ky.; 2. DLW Ms Style 2030Z, Bryson Warner, Beaver City, Neb.; 3. DLW Ms Brilliance 276Z, Aubree Warner, Beaver City, Neb.

Class 731-13 November 1 to December 6, 2011 1. BCFG Butlers Ms Oak Leaf 534Y, Bradley Piles, Bardstown, Ky.; 2. KDV T Bar S Adele 41Y, Kyle D. Vehige, Bonnots Mill, Mo.; 3. AMT Hera 127Y, Austin Teeter, Mt. Ulla, N.C.

Class 731-14 September 21 to October 16, 2011 1. VER Miss Prissy 247Y ET, J W LeDoux, Agenda, Kan.; 2. TTTT Mytty Good Girl ET 1156Y, Karsyn Youngblood, Columbus, Kan.; 3. LCC Lady Di 9229Y, Chandler Ladner, Argonia, Kan.

Class 732-15 May 1 to May 17, 2011 1. PMG Yolanda 57Y, Tricia Goes, Odell, Neb.

Class 733-16 March 9 to April 13, 2011 1. ROC Rita 492Y, Quentin Clark, Barnard, Kan.; 2. MCCA Yasmine Y16, Rachel Dowdell, Silt, Colo.; 2. MDAV Ms Sweetie Pie Y16, Karen Eby, Clayton, Wisc.

Class 733-17 January 12 to February 16, 2011 1. TAU Miss Gridiron 131Y, Justin Taubenheim, Amherst, Neb.; 2. JCGR BAR GT Ruckus 219Y, Wyatt Taylor, Kiowa, Colo.; 3. DCSF Post Rock Twila 14Y8, Meredith Clark, Barnard, Kan.

Gelbvieh Bar None Ranch Bar None Captain 42X Captainâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first progeny arrived for us last fall. They have exceeded out expectations. His calves have extrordinary substance and eye appeal. They are the cowmanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s kind. He will be a heavily used sire in our AI and ET program for 2013. Contact Bar None Ranch or Post Rock Cattle Company to place your semen order.

EGL P016 Dam of Bar None Captain 42X. Selling 2 black, homozygous polled sons on March 23 at the Bluegrass Invitational Bull Sale!

GBNR 230Z ET This homozygous polled Maverick son out of Pearl L023 sells March 23! He has tremendous performance, eye appeal and EPD Profile.

Bar None is selling 9 homozygous polled bulls in the Bluegrass Invitational Bull Sale on March 23, 2013.

Gelbvieh Bar None Ranch Donald & Arlene Estes

DBCW 122Y This fancy female sells in the 2013 KY Beef Expo. She is bred to Bismarck for a mid November calf. We feel she has donor potential!

Genetics that Raise the Bar

333 Round Hill Road Sapphire, NC 28774 Email: 30trucker@gmail.com

David Slaughter, Herd Manager Phone: (270) 556-4259

ACTION POINTS January AGA Action Points THE FOLLOWING ACTIONS points are from the American Gelbvieh Association Board of Directors meetings held January 9-14, 2013 during the AGA Annual Convention. The next Board of Directors meeting will be held April 18-20 at the AGA headquarters office in Westminster, Colo. 1. Approved the 2012 year-end audited financial statement as presented by Robert Loewen, CPA. 2. Voted to proceed with Dr. Jerry Taylor’s (University of Missouri) proposed project of testing five (5) animals on the whole genomic mapping at a cost of $23,250 with five (5) more animals being mapped with matching funds from a USDA grant. American Gelbvieh Foundation will fund the research dollars. 3. Approved Board meeting minutes from the August 2012 and September 2012, plus October 2012, November 2012 and January 2013 teleconferences. 4. Approved the November activity and financial reports and the December bank summary statement as

presented. 5. Approved the revised 2013 AGA and Gelbvieh World budgets as presented. 6. Elected Rob Arnold as president, Dan Warner as vice-president, Brian Dunn as Secretary and Neal Pearson as Treasurer. 7. Approved the National Show committee’s recommendation for class designation (see exhibit A) and apply the same class breaks to every Ring of Gold Show. 8. Approved a new policy effective April 1, 2013 that any new bull applying for an AI permit or any new female being used as a donor dam must have a 50K SNP genotype on file in order to qualify. 9. Appointed a task force to review the AGA judges list for the purpose of bringing the list up to date with current industry leaders. Task force members are Scott Starr, Dan Warner, Andy LeDoux and Neal Pearson. FFF

4th Annual Southwest Iowa Gelbvieh & Balancer Bull & Female Sale

March 22, 2013 – 1:00 PM CST • Creston Livestock Auction, Creston, IA Michael Bauer MJBC Gelbvieh Audubon, IA 712-563-2704 Mjbauer4320@hotmail.com Gary Martens Martens Gelbvieh Walnut, IA 712-764-5007 martensgl@yahoo.com

Carl Reiste Rafter R Gelbvieh Adel, IA 515-993-4381 creiste.rafterr@yahoo.com For online bidding: www.crestonlivestock.com or www.cattleusa.com

Call Tom Fry at Creston Livestock Auction (641-344-5082) at least 2 days before sale to qualify bid numbers.

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BCFG Butlers Red Oak 908W

Red Oak Progeny are Money Makers CE BW WW YW MK TM CED YG CW RE MB FAT CV FM

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Butlers Cherokee 504T ET

Butlers Ole Hickory 359R

7 2.6 71 101 22 57 4 -0.10 33 0.30 0.00 -0.04 22.08 34.40

BD: 9-19-09 75% Gelbvieh Homo Polled BW: 73 lbs. Adj. WW: 736 lbs. Adj. YW: 1,245 lbs.

Butlers Rose 908T

Butlers Ruby Butler Electric Red Rose Semen available through Butler Creek

Contact Michael Butler • 615.351.1071 (cell) • 615.286.2799 (home) • Zach Butler • 615-308-8628 (cell)

BCFG Butlers Kali 801Z 2013 NWSS Reserve Gelbvieh Spring Heifer Calf Sold to Dromgoole’s Heaven, TX

MDR Princess 200Z 2013 NWSS 2nd Place Gelbvieh Spring Heifer Calf Class Raised by Dobson Ranch, Sold to JW LeDoux, KS

BCFG Butlers Ms Oak Leaf 534Y 2013 NWSS Champion Balancer Senior Heifer Calf 2012 NAILE Res Champion Balancer Female Sold to Bradley Piles, KY

A Red Oak son consigned by Dobson Ranch sold for $6,000 at the 2013 Black Hills Stock Show to Murray Farms, OK. Selling 3 bulls all sired by BCFG Butlers Code Red 506T ET at the TN Beef Agribition, March 9, 2013 BCFG Butlers Code Red 908Y This full brother in blood to Red Oak sells at the TN Beef Agribition!

Code Red semen available through Cattlemen’s Connection 1-800-743-0026

Butler Creek Farm

Michael, Barbi, Zach & Ethan Milton, TN

BULL SALE 51st Annual

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Predictable Performance Midland Proven Midland Bull Test • the Granddaddy of Performance Tests

MCFG 247Z • AMGV 1224417

Lazy TV Kahuna S705 x 53R ET

• Homozygous Polled • 9 Tenderness • 7 Marbling & Percent Choice • 8 Stayability CE 9 YG -0.10

BW 0.7 CW 27

WW 63 RE 0.00

YW 95 MB 0.17

MK 30 FT -0.07

TM 62 CV 31.83

CED 7 FM 33.67

MCFG 031Z • AMGV 1224309

MCF Bruce Almighty 35P ET x 101X

• Homozygous Polled • Homozygous Black • 5 Tenderness • 6 Marbling & Percent Choice • 7 Stayability • Top 10% for WW, YW & CW EPDs CE 9 YG -0.14

MCFG 122Z • AMGV 1224360

Danell Montana Infusion x 130L

• 3.85 ADG, 2nd in group • Top 15% for MB EPD • MCFG 130L • Top producer at MCF CE 9 YG 0.02

BW 1.9 CW 32

WW 66 RE 0.06

YW 100 MB 0.01

MK 28 FT -0.03

TM 61 CV 20.99

CED 1 FM 36.89

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BW 1.7 CW 41

WW 78 RE 0.44

YW 117 MB -0.07

MK 24 FT -0.05

TM 63 CV 19.81

CED 10 FM 44.29

MCFG 101Z ET • AMGV 1224348

Post Rock Silver 233U1 x Post Rock Twila 223M2

• Homozygous Black • Top 10% for WW, YW & CW EPDs • 8 Marbling & Percent Choice CE 6 YG -0.10

BW 3.7 CW 43

WW 78 RE 0.40

YW 115 MB -0.26

MK 31 FT -0.05

TM 70 CV -0.90

CED 7 FM 43.14

Middle Creek Farms Ken and Dale Flikkema

2 Mint Trail • Bozeman, MT 59718 (406) 586-6207 (Office) (406) 580-6207 (Cell) email: mcfg@imt.net

Gelbvieh Bull Futurity

Prairie Hills Gelbvieh Wins Gelbvieh Bull Futurity PHG Rockin The Bakken Z17 won the 2013 Breeder’s Choice Gelbvieh Bull Futurity. Prairie Hills Gelbvieh, Glasstone, N.D., had the winning entry. Golden Buckle Gelbvieh, Medina, N.D., won the drawing for the sale proceeds. By Jennifer Scharpe A RED BULL entry from Prairie Hills Gelbvieh, Gladstone, N.D., was named champion of the 16th Annual Breeder’s Choice Gelbvieh Bull Futurity. The Gelbvieh bull futurity was held in conjunction with the 2013 American Gelbvieh Association Impacting the Beef Business Annual Convention and National Western Stock Show, January 9-14 in Denver, Colo. The winning bull was PHG Rockin The Bakken Z17. He is a February 23, 2012 son of COLB Mr. Xavier X82. He is red and homozygous polled, and offers outcross genetics not common to many Gelbvieh and Balancer® herds. Rockin The Bakken had seen showring success prior to being named futurity champion. He was the supreme overall breeds bull at the 2012 West River Livestock show, the largest Gelbvieh show in North Dakota, and stood second in his class to the reserve champion bull at the Canadian National show at Agribition in November. The champion Gelbvieh futurity bull automatically sells in the National Gelbvieh and Balancer Sale held at the National Western Stock Show. Rockin The Bakken was the second high selling lot in the sale, selling for $20,000. Buying possession of the bull was Chimney Butte Ranch, Mandan, N.D. Semen packages were purchased by Golden Buckle Gelbvieh, Medina, N.D., Twisted T Gelbvieh, Asquith, SK, Canada, Twin Bridge Farm, Lomond, AB, Canada and Wilkinson Gelbvieh, Model, Co. The bull futurity champion is selected during the “Bulls in the Ballroom” event. The top three vote getters from voting held earlier in the day are brought into the ballroom of the DoubleTree by Hilton hotel in Denver. The bulls are paraded for all to see and the futurity members complete their final round of voting. Runners-up in the Breeder’s Choice Gelbvieh Bull 58 | MARCH 2013

PHG Rockin The Bakken Z17, bred by Prairie Hills Gelbvieh, Gladstone, N.D., won the 2013 Breeder’s Choice Gelbvieh Bull Futurity.

Futurity were entered by Michael Rea, Berthoud, Colo., and Circle S Ranch, Canton, S.D. The Rea entry was RTRT Flat Iron 305Z, a January 20, 2012 black bull sired by CRAN Buddy Boy T729. The Circle S Ranch entry was CIRS Overdrive 2207Z, a February 16, 2012 red son of CIRS Decade 278U2. After the champion bull is named, a drawing is held for the sale proceeds. Golden Buckle Gelbvieh, Dwight and Christina Dockter and family, of Medina, N.D., won the $20,000 sale proceeds. Coincidentally, Prairie Hills Gelbvieh and Golden Buckle Gelbvieh shared their Gelbvieh bull futurity membership until this each, when Golden Buckle purchased their own individual membership. Mitchell Marketing Service manages the Breeder’s Choice Gelbvieh Bull Futurity with the futurity Board of Directors. The American Gelbvieh Association thanks the Breeder’s Choice Gelbvieh Bull Futurity for helping to sponsor the 2013 AGA “Impacting the Beef Business” awards recognition and futurity social held during the Association’s annual convention. FFF

HERD ASSESSMENTS Step-By-Step Guide to Herd Assessments The annual herd assessments (HAS) are the life-line of the American Gelbvieh Association. The $25 per cow fee that AGA members pay funds more than 40 programs and services for members and their commercial customers. Payment of the HAS fee includes one registration credit tied to the cow to be able to register a calf out of that cow for the current year. Herd assessments are due March 15. THE ANNUAL HAS process is a critical component of the total herd reporting (THR) system the AGA adopted in 2000. The purpose of THR is to establish

Step 1: Register 2012 Calves

Below is a step-by-step process for completing your annual HAS online. Currently, about 80 percent of the AGA membership has completed a user agreement, which grants access to the online animal registry. If you have not yet signed a user agreement and would like to do your herd assessments online, contact the AGA office at 303-465-2333 or info@gelbvieh.org to request an online user agreement.

Step 1 Quick Tip – To make next year’s HAS process quicker, register your 2013 calves either during or after the calving season, then this step will be completed. Also, at the end of the breeding season, enter breeding codes for each female by clicking on “Update”. Doing so will help you keep track of which females you will be expecting calves from for the next calving season. This data will also be used in the development of new maternal EPDs as part of the AGA long range strategic plan.

Go to My Herd>My Inventory, the header on the page will say “My Pre-Post Inventory 2013”. In the upper left hand box, change display year to 2012. This will then show you all the cows that were assessed in your 2012 inventory. Under the breeding code (Bcode) column, females should have either an “X” indicating a calf has been registered, or a reproductive status code. If this column is blank it means a calf or a reproductive status code is not entered for that female. Clicking on the Bcode header will sort that column to bring up all the females for which this column is blank.

Step 2: Dispose of Open Females The HAS fee is charged to all females, over 13 months of age, which are on your inventory. Paying an HAS or entering a disposal code is part of the total herd reporting process. Any female that will have a 2013 calf registered with the AGA will need to have a paid 2013

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a more complete database, thus enabling the AGA to make more accurate genetic predictions through EPDs and indexes for Gelbvieh and Balancer® breeders. THR requires that all cows have a calf registered or a reproductive status code (RSC) reported annually in order for that cow to remain active in the AGA herdbook. The reporting of a RSC can be done through the online animal registry or on the paper version of the calf ’s registration application.

HAS. If you plan to sell females on your herd inventory, you must pay the HAS on these females prior to transferring to the new owner. To dispose of females, go to My Herd>My Inventory. Make sure the display year says 2013; the header should read “My Pre-Post Inventory 2013”. This simply means your HAS are not yet completed. To the right of the screen, click on “Dispose” for any animal you want to dispose of. This brings up another screen. In the “Disposal Codes” drop-down box, select the appropriate disposal code, then hit “Save.” That animal will no longer be in your inventory.

Step 2 Quick Tip – For any female of assessment age on your inventory as of January 1, 2013, you are responsible for paying the HAS to receive a 2013 calf registration credit. Do not dispose of females that are scheduled to be sold and do not use disposal code 6. If you dispose of a female in this section and later decide to transfer, the reactivation fee is two times the HAS rate.

Step 3: Paying HAS on Non-AMGV Females Any female registered with another breed association that you have previously paid an HAS fee on will also be listed under My Herd>My Inventory. You will be assessed for these females unless a disposal code is indicated. Please dispose of females that are no longer in your herd or are not scheduled to have a 2013 Balancer or hybrid calf.

Step 4: Posting Your Inventory Once you have verified all the females on your inventory list, simply click “Post” at the bottom of the My Herd>My Inventory screen, another screen pops up asking you to post again. To see the charges, go to My Account>My Billing. The charges for your HAS will be listed. Step 4 Quick Tip – HAS charges will be automatically charged to your credit card on file. If you prefer to use an alternative payment method (check, cashier’s check, or another credit card), call 303-465-2333 or email info@gelbvieh.org as soon as you click “Post” thus completing your HAS process. Be sure to include your member number in your communications. Your account will be placed on hold until HAS payment is received.

Step 5: AMGV Females Not of Assessment Age Females less than 13 months of age are not charged a HAS fee. Dispose of any females not retained as replacement females on the My Inventory>My Registered Females screen. Click on “View” located on the right hand side of each female. On the next screen, towards the bottom there is a drop-down box labeled “Disposal”. Select the appropriate disposal code and click “Save.”

Step 3 Quick Tip – If a non-AMGV female is bred to have a calf that will be recorded with another breed association, enter a disposal code of 50. You will not have to pay an HAS for this female, nor will you be charged to reinstate back to active status on January 1 of the following year. This does not apply to AMXX females. If a female from another breed association is not on your inventory, email the registration number to registration@gelbvieh.org and the female will be added.

Step 6: Bulls Bulls are not charged an HAS fee. If a bull has been sold, please complete the transfer process to the new owner. For other bulls no longer in your herd, please indicate a disposal code. The process is the same as in Step 5, only you go to the My Herd>My Registered Males screen.

The American Gelbvieh Association thanks all members for completing their herd assessments. Your continued commitment to the development and enhancement of the Association and the breed is greatly appreciated. Should you have any questions regarding the HAS process, please contact the registration department at the AGA office at 303465-2333 or registration@gelbvieh.org.

Step 5 Quick Tip – Disposing of heifers in your inventory at the end of the breeding season will make the next year’s herd assessment process simpler. This data will also be useful in the development of maternal EPDs.

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PAGE IDPROMOTION MINUTE BREED

Impacting the Beef Business - Breed Promotion “Celebrate our strengths while we improve our weaknesses.” The breed promotion efforts for this year will have a reach of over 4.79 million impressions. These efforts are targeted towards achieving the breed promotion goals outlined in the AGA strategic plan. By Frank Padilla THE 2013 AMERICAN Gelbvieh Association Annual Convention served as a vehicle to present the recently finalized long-range strategic plan developed by membership, AGA Board of Directors, industry experts and AGA staff. It serves as the guide in assuring industry relevance and strong commercial acceptance in the cow-calf, feedlot and packer sectors of the beef industry for the Gelbvieh breed. The strategic plan considered four informational sources: 1) the American Gelbvieh Association business and genetic trends; 2) beef business trends; 3) membership survey; and 4) Board of Directors and SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats) analysis. The long-range strategic plan, “Impacting the Beef Business,” thanks to membership involvement and participation, will guide the American Gelbvieh Association and members for the next three to five years. Breed promotion is a priority and was stated as such by those submitting member surveys conducted as part of the development of the long range plan. The emphasis stated most often was to promote the merits of Gelbvieh, Balancer® and crossbreeding. The goal is to increase promotional reach by 5 percent per year for the next three years to the cow-calf and feedlot sectors. Concerning seedstock breeder promotion it was determined that two areas were to be targeted. A goal is to increase total AGA members by 2 percent annually for the next three years. As well, to increase transfer rate to 45 percent of the animals registered by the fall of 2015. 62 | MARCH 2013

The strategy to accomplish the goals under breed promotion was presented during the marketing and member education committee meeting at the Annual Convention. The total promotion reach for the upcoming 2012-2013 is projected as follows, based on the trends of the past three years, the breed promotion strategies already in place and expected outcome of those strategies: • • • • • • • • • • • •

“Add Pounds. Add Profit.” Insert: 362,000 printed; 1.448 million impressions Year-Long Internet Banner Advertising: 2.689 million views AGA Display Advertising: 271,000 readers Feedyard and Auction Markets Promotion: 105,000 views Promotional Brochures: 2,000 copies Industry Trade Shows: 2,000 attendees Gelbvieh World: 45,000 readers The Profit Picture: 80,000 readers Website: 102,000 visits Facebook: 36,400 people YouTube: 9,600 views Total Reach: 4.79 million

Please contact the AGA office for a convention booklet for the complete breed promotion report. This report more specifically details the breed promotion strategies for the year. The report also includes a listing of the more than 140 articles printed in Gelbvieh World and The Profit Picture during the 2012 calendar year. This list is broken down by subject area and is great resource for all breeders. I want to thank the exhibitors and consignors as well sale management that made for a very successful National Show, Pen Show and Sale. As well, I want to thank the AGJA members who brought cattle to the 2013 National Western. These events place Gelbvieh and Balancer cattle on a national stage. Many compliments were given as to the quality of the cattle and enthusiasm of those in attendance. My hat is off to all of you for a job well done. FFF

2013 Tennessee Beef Agribition Gelbvieh/Balancer® Show & Sale

This homozygous black, homozygous polled Northern Pacific son sells!

Miss Bar IV Y05 is a beautiful heifer donated by the Racke family in Cold Spring, KY. She has been shown successfully by the Heritage FFA students and has done well everywhere she has been. Proceeds will be split between the Tennessee Gelbvieh Association and the Heritage FFA Chapter. She will be AI bred to CTR Good Night 715T for a fall Balancer calf.

This homozygous polled Code Red son sells! This stout, homozygous polled Balancer bull sells!

Tennessee Beef Agribition Gelbvieh Show & Sale

Show • Friday, March 8, 2013 • 4:30 PM

Sale • Saturday, March 9, 2013 • 4:00 PM Lebanon, Tenn.

March 10: Open to the World Junior Gelbvieh Heifer Show Sale sponsored by the Tennessee Gelbvieh Association John Bartee 931-624-1173 Tennessee Gelbvieh Assoc. Meeting & Supper Meeting is Friday, March 8 • 7:00 PM, at the Gentry Building at the sale site. Dinner will be served.

Sale managed by

Slaughter Sale Management For catalog or infromation contact:

David Slaughter

162 Hastings Lane Fredonia, KY 42411 270-556-4259 hmslghtr@aol.com

Ring of Gold Awards

Ring of Gold Champion Gelbvieh Female GGGE 3G Yes Please 183Y Emily Griffiths, Kendallville, Ind. Sire: GGGE 3G Time Machine 758T ER

Ring of Gold Champion Gelbvieh Bull SSMK Calvin Klein 35X Double Diamond Farms, Cynthiana, Ky. Sire: JRI Extra Exposure 285L71 ET

Ring of Gold Champion Balancer Female BABR 1015Y ET Beastrom/Spencer/Volek, Highmore, S.D. Sire: S A V Brilliance 8077

Ring of Gold Champion Balancer Bull GGGE 3G Yarborough 186Y Emily Griffiths, Kendallville, Ind. Sire: GGGE 3G Warlock 928W

Tight Race for Ring of Gold Champions There was a tight race this year for the 20122013 American Gelbvieh Association Gelbvieh and Balancer速 Ring of Gold awards. Ring of Gold awards are presented to the top Gelbvieh female, Gelbvieh bull, Balancer female and Balancer bull based on points awarded throughout the year. Animals must earn points in at least two shows to qualify for Ring of Gold awards. The show year begins with the Dixie National in February and concludes with the National Western Stock Show in January.

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The American Gelbvieh Association established the Ring of Gold program to encourage breeders to participate in livestock shows and to honor the top animals shown at the conclusion of a show year. Points are earned for grand and reserve champions, as well as division champions and reserves, and are based on the actual number of animals shown. The following is a list of the top three animals in each Ring of Gold division who qualify for the recognition by winning points in at least two shows.

Looking for fresh Purebred Genetics?

Ring of Gold Gelbvieh Females 1. GGGE 3G Yes Please 183Y, Emily Griffiths, Kendallville, Ind.

DCSF Post Rock ID 235R1

2. GGGE 3G Cowgirl Zesta 204Z, Emily Griffiths, Kendallville, Ind. 3. BVLK Carly 120Y ET, Britney Volek, Highmore, S.D.

Ring of Gold Gelbvieh Bulls 1. SSMK Calvin Klein 35X, Double Diamond Farms, Cynthiana, Ky. 2. CIRS 33NY, Circle S Ranch, Canton, Kan. 3. GGGE 3G Zip Line 266Z, Emily Griffiths, Kendallville, Ind.

Ring of Gold Balancer® Females

CRAN Dream On Y054 Black, homozygous polled purebred out of Top Brass’ dam Wilma. Owned by Jon Pearson CE

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1. BABR 1015Y ET, Britney Volek, Jim and Barb Beastrom, Wes and Brittney Spencer, Highmore, S.D.

VRT Lazy TV Sam U451 Homozygous black, homozygous polled purebred. Owned by M&P Gelbvieh, CKJ Gelbvieh and Cranview Gelbvieh.

2. BCFG Butlers Ms Oak Leaf 534Y, Bradley Piles, Bardstown, Ky. 3. PMG Yolanda 57Y, Tricia Goes, Odell, Neb.

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Ring of Gold Balancer® Bulls 1. GGGE 3G Yarborough 186Y, Emily Griffiths, Kendallville, Ind. 2. AHL Redemption 237Z, LeDoux Ranch, Agenda, Kan. 3. BCFG Butlers Bismark 512Z, Butler Creek Farms, Milton, Tenn. Photos and results by Jennifer Scharpe.

BNC X1205 Homozygous black, polled purebred. Elite calving ease and carcass. Owned by Blackhawk Cattle Co, Arp Gelbvieh & CJ&L Gelbvieh CE

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MIDWEST BREEDERS KANSAS

POST ROCK CATTLE COMPANY 3041 E. Hwy. 284, Barnard, KS 67418 Bill Clark: 785.792.6244 Leland Clark: 785.792.6208 Fax: 785.792.6250 Email: prcc@twinvalley.net

Bar Arrow Cattle Company Stuar t Jar vis

26 E. Limestone Rd. • Phillipsburg, KS 67661 e-mail: bararrow@ruraltel.net • 785/543-5177

Purebred A.I. Seedstock Bulls and Heifers Available. Al, Mary & Nick Knapp Cell: (913) 219-6613 18291 158th Street H: (913) 724-4105 Bonner Springs, KS 66012 FAX: (913) 724-4107 e-mail: knappa@swbell.net

ROCKING GV GELBVIEH Polled Fullblood Gelbvieh Cattle Dr. & Mrs. Glenn Wehner 22533 Spencer Lane Kirksville, MO 63501 660-665-7502

RogeRs Valley FaRm gelbVieh Breed for Tomorrow’s Cattle Today!

A Breed Leader in Tenderness & Marbling–

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MISSOURI

P.O. Box 51 Mendon, MO 64660 (660) 272-3805 (O) (660-375-7266 (C) Ronald & Kathryne Rogers email: rogers_valley_farm_feedlot@hotmail.com

“Where workin’ cattle & eye appeal come full circle”

John & Carla Shearer (620) 628-4621 (620) 654-6507 (John Cell)

2815 Navajo Rd. Canton, KS 67428 circle_s@hometelco.net

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Annual Production Sale 1st Saturday in April

Gelbvieh SprinG Flood ranch balancer® Jim & Sherri Michaletz 1397 Spring Flood Rd Goodman, MO 64843 417-364-5297 (O) 479-366-1234 (C) Email: jmichal@netins.net www.springfloodranch.blogspot.com

B/F Cattle Company

Specializing in Forage Raised Balancer® Bulls on K-31

Culling practices on cows/bulls second to NONE!

Consistent Genetics Adding Pounds & Profit

Myron & Valerie Bahm 4375 White Oak Rd Fordland, MO 65652

For information, contact:

Judd Ranch Inc.

Dave & Cindy Judd Nick, Ginger Judd & Family Brent & Ashley Judd 423 Hwy. K-68 • Pomona, KS 66076 785/ 566-8371

LeDoux Ranch

Andy, Danielle JW and Jady LeDoux 365 Agenda Lane • Agenda, KS 66930 H:785-732-6564 • C: 785-527-3188 www.ledouxranch.com Offering value from Heterosis

Timothy Mulroy • 785-640-6401 Mayetta, KS • tim@blackgoldinc.biz

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417-753-3578(h) • 417-576-0687(c)

Route 1, Box 407 • Butler, MO 64730

660 • 492 • 2808

email: whiteoakfarms@live.com

Registered Gelbvieh & Balancer®

Generations of selection pressure on forage.

18 mo Balancer, SimAngus bulls Superior genetics to lower costs, increase premiums 50 Spring bred heifer mates, synch, AI

NEBRASKA

Bob Harriman Genetics Montrose, MO 660-492-2504 bharriman39@hotmail.com Thanks to all for investing 50 years in this program from pasture to plate.

J. J. Boehler

70948 L Rd. , Orleans, NE 68966 308-473-7342 • 308-999-0207

SALES Little Windy Hills 6th Annual You-Pick-Em Bull Sale Brain Kiser came right back and bid $4,600 to purchase LWHF True Grit 491Y, a homozygous black, double polled Post Rock Granite 200P2 son out of LWHF 411P. True Grit is a low birth, high growth herd sire prospect with a flawless phenotype.

November 17, 2012 Max Meadows, Va. Reported by: William McIntosh

18½ Bulls 7 Cow-calf pairs 11 Open heifers

$3,175 $2,615 $1,600

ON SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 17, Little Windy Hills hosted their 6th Annual You-Pick-Em Bull Sale in Max Meadows, Va. A great crowd was on hand to bid on an outstanding set of Gelbvieh and Balancer® bulls, featuring a powerful set of Post Rock Granite 200P2 sons. Topping the sale at $5,000 was LWHF Reputation 479Y a homozygous black, homozygous polled Post Rock Granite 200P2 son. This deep bodied, heavy muscled herd sire prospect was a full brother to last year’s top selling bull. He was purchased by Brian Kiser, Lebanon, Va.

Pearson Cattle Company of Lake City, S.D., bid $4,300 for half interest, half possession of LWHF Super Sport. This homozygous black homozygous polled performance bull posted an adjusted weaning weight of 853 pounds and adjusted yearling weight of 1,324 pounds. Topping the females was LWHF Miss Energizer 275U, a double black, double polled Energizer 128R ET daughter. This super eye appealing donor prospect sold with a Post Rock Granite 200P2 son at side. She was selected by Roger Cockerham from Low Gap, N.C., who won the bidding at $3,500. The Hughes family donated pick of their open heifer offering to the Virginia Gelbvieh Association which was raffled off and raised $2,990 for the Association. The heifer was won by Mike Johnson from Siloam, N.C. FFF

MIDWEST BREEDERS Pope Farms Gelbvieh

Cedar Top Ranch Scott & Raberta Starr 212 Starr Drive • Stapleton, NE 69163

(H): 308-587-2293 • (C): 308-530-3900 cedartopranch@gpcom.net Eldon Starr: 1-800-535-6173 or Rich Johnson: 402-368-2209

Jeff and Jeanne Pope 26075 Willow Rd., Ravenna, NE 68869 Phone & Fax: (308) 467-BEEF Cell: (308) 390-0657 jeff@popefarms.com

www.popefarms.com

D Bar L Land and Livestock Doug Sanford 680 Beaver Valley Rd • Chadron, NE 69337

Home of CIRS Direct Current 1LU

Jeff Swanson • 308/337-2235 72408 I Road • Oxford, NE 68967

Commercial and Registered Gelbvieh and Balancer® Cattle for sale Cell: 620-546-4563 Email: dougjsanford@gmail.com Call for semen packages

Annual Sale—Last Saturday in February

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Mark & Patty Goes 39414 SW 75th Rd. Odell, NE 68415 (402) 766-3627

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New Generation AGA EPDs Guide to the American Gelbvieh Association Expected Progeny Differences (EPDs) EXPECTED PROGENY DIFFERENCES (EPDs) can be used to predict the average performance of a bull’s offspring compared to other calves in their contemporary group (a contemporary group being calves that were born in the same calving season, in the same year, herd, sex, and were managed similarly). EPDs are measured in the units of the trait, and show the differences in performance between animals. For example, if a bull has a weaning weight EPD of 80, and another bull in the same herd has a weaning weight EPD of 70, then bull A’s calves would be expected to be 10 pounds heavier at weaning than those of bull B.

Accuracy In an EPD listing, an accuracy number is often published below its corresponding EPD. Accuracy is defined as the strength of the relationship between a prediction (EPD) and a sire’s true genetic value. In other words, accuracy is an indicator of the reliability of an EPD. Accuracy is improved by the number of records reported for an animal. For example, a three year old bull with 90 calves would have EPDs of higher accuracy than a virgin yearling bull. Accuracies range from zero to one, with numbers closer to one being more accurate.

It is important to remember that this number is just a prediction of performance. Actual performance depends on many factors such as environment, management, etc. This being said, an EPD is by far the most reliable indicator of an animal’s genetic merit due to the amount of information incorporated into the calculation. The American Gelbvieh Association uses all available information to predict an animal’s EPD. This information includes: individual performance, pedigree, progeny performance and grand progeny performance. All this information is combined into one easy to use number that helps breeders make genetic improvement in their herd.

Meaning and Associated Risk Levels of Accuracy Values Accuracy

Meaning

Risk Level

Less than .40

Possibility of change with more information

High

.40 to .60

Some change likely, records on few progeny

Moderate

.60 to .80

Small change possible, records on numerous progeny

Low

Greater than .80

Not likely to change much

Very Low

EPD Definitions Listed below are the definitions of American Gelbvieh Association EPDs and the units they are published in. Calving Ease Direct (CE): Percent of unassisted births of a bull’s calves when he is used on heifers. A higher number is favorable, meaning better calving ease. This EPD can be vital to a rancher looking to decrease the amount of calves pulled in his herd. Birth Weight (BW): Predicts the difference, in pounds, for birth weight of the calf. Weaning Weight (WW): Predicts the difference, in pounds, for weaning weight (adjusted to age of dam and a standard 205 days of age). This is an indicator of growth from birth to weaning. Yearling Weight (YW): Predicts the expected difference, in pounds, for yearling weight (adjusted to a standard 365 days of age). This is an indicator of growth from birth to yearling. Milk (MK): The genetic ability of a sire’s daughters to produce milk expressed in pounds of weaning weight. Total Maternal (TM): An index that combines growth and milk information as a prediction of the weaning weight performance of calves from a sire’s daughters. As an index, this value is not reported with an accompanying accuracy. A greater TM value means a mother that returns comparatively higher weaning weights on her calves. TM Index = MK EPD + ½ WW EPD Calving Ease Daughters (CED): Represented as percent of unassisted births in a sire’s first-calving daughters. A higher number represents more favorable calving ease. This EPD is important to a rancher’s bottom line because it predicts which heifers have a genetic pre-disposition to calve on their own. Stayability (ST): Predicts the genetic difference, in terms of percent probability, that a bull’s daughters will stay productive within a herd to at least six year of age. The stayability EPD is one of the best measures currently available to compare a bull’s ability to produce females with reproductive longevity.

Yield Grade (YG): Differences in Yield Grade score, which is a predictor of percent retail product. Higher values suggest that progeny will have a lower ratio of lean to fat. Carcass Weight (CW): Differences in pounds of hot carcass weight, adjusted to an industry standard age endpoint. Ribeye Area (REA): Differences in ribeye area in inches between the 12th and 13th rib. Greater ribeye areas are preferable. Marbling (MB): Predicts the differences in the degree of marbling within the ribeye as expressed in marbling score units. Greater marbling numbers are preferable and are an indicator of higher carcass Quality Grades. Fat (FT): Differences for fat thickness, in inches, for a carcass over the 12th rib, smaller numbers of fat thickness are preferable as excess fat can be detrimental to Yield Grade.

What is an Index? Indexes are tools that allow you to select for several EPDs at once, making selections more efficient than selecting on one trait at a time. Indexes weigh traits based on their importance to a producer’s bottom line by using a trait’s economic and genetic value. Indexes are a good way to put selection emphasis on traits that are economically relevant. Carcass Value (CV): Expressed in dollar value per head, compares progeny of on animal to another in dollar difference when progeny are sold on a grid. This is a true economic comparison. Projected carcass weight, penalties for carcass weights that are too heavy or too light, Quality Grade and Yield Grade premiums and discounts are all included in calculating this dollar value index. Feedlot Merit (FM): Measures the dollar value associated with the expected gain and feedlot efficiency of progeny when fed in a typical feedlot environment.

SALES HAGA “Show-Me” Futurity Plus and Justamere Ranch Mature Cow Herd Dispersal October 27, 2012 Springfield, Mo. Sale manager: Mitchell Marketing Service Written by: William McIntosh

HAGA Show-Me Averages 7 Cow-calf pairs 19 Bred females 17 Open females Justamere Averages 34 Cow-calf pairs 28 Bred females 1 Herd bull

THE HEART OF American Gelbvieh Association (HAGA) hosted the “Show-Me” Futurity on October 27 in Springfield, Mo., along with the mature cow herd dispersal of Justamere Ranch. A great crowd was on hand to bid on top notch Gelbvieh and Balancer® genetics.

$3,270 $2,863 $1,852 $2,724 $1,905 $3,600

Topping the cow-calf division was HFGC Miss Audrie 125U36 ET, a homozygous polled, red Balancer. Miss Audrie

UPPER MIDWEST BREEDERS IOWA

McCabe Cattle Co.

Two Step Ranch

563-543-5251

563-543-4177

Lacey McCabe

Pat and Jay McCabe

Gelbvieh Farley, Iowa Balancers Annual Spring Bull Sale 60-80 Bred Females Each Fall

(E-mail): twostepranch@netins.net (web): www.mccabecattle.com

NORTH DAKOTA Chimney Butte RanCh Doug and Carol Hille 701/445-7383

3320 51st St., Mandan, ND 58554

chimneybutteranch@westriv.com www.chimneybutteranch.com Annual Production Sale 1st Friday in March

MINNESOTA

Ridge Top Ranch Neola, Iowa

Gelbvieh-Angus-Balancer

Breed-leading Performance from Quality Genetics

30474 Brandywine Road Rushford, MN 55971

Kevin: 402-510-8103 Al: 402-676-5292

507-864-2063

Street inquist 1135 190 inquist Fonda, IA 50540

arms Gelbvieh & Red Angus

(712) 288-5349

arms

Email: rickylin@ncn.net www.linquistfarms.com

LGONE O AK E L B V I E H hornsandthorns@netins.net Eric Ehresman (319) 489-2275 20963 30th St. (319) 480-1564 Mechanicsville, IA 52306

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(701) 624-2051 (H) (701) 720-8823 (C)

Tom Scarponcini

Black & Polled Private Treaty Sales

Ricky Linquist

6700 County Rd. 19 S. Minot, ND 58701

Brandywine Farm

Gelbvieh

SFI Schafer Farms, Inc.

Rob Arnold

Email: RLAGelbvieh@aol.com

Registered Gelbvieh & Balancers®

Balancer®

Dwight and Christina Dockter Bailey, Cheyenne, Cierra and Dalton

37740 240th Ave., Goodhue, MN 55027 Brian Schafer Lowell Schafer 1-888-226-9210 651-923-4587 brian@schaferfarm.com www.schaferfarm.com

4956 41st St. SE, Medina, ND 58467 701-486-3494 • gbgelb@daktel.com

Private Treaty Bull Sale — Last Sat. in February Annually

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Mattison Family Farm Scott & Sonia Mattison Brianna, Nicole, Josh & Kallie 15995 Harvest Ave Lamberton, MN 56152 507-430-0505 • email: ssmattison@redred.com Purebred Gelbvieh and Balancer® Cattle

u Dennis, Sherry, Jessica, Katie and Sarah Al and Peggy

u Mandan, ND • 701/663-7266 email: gustindd@wildblue.net www.gustinsdiamondd.com

SALES comes from a long line of show winners. She sold with an Astro calf at side. She was consigned by Bob Hart of Hart Farms, Kansas City, Kan., and was purchased by Chester Yoder of Big Prairie, Ohio for $4,400. Next was CIBS Camary, a double black, double polled daughter of HYEK Black Impact consigned by TNT Farms of Butler Ill. Camary was a division winner at a past Junior Classic and sold with a July 18 TNT Dark Horse bull calf at side. She was purchased by Villa Waltz of Jasper, Mo., for $4,000. Topping the bred cow division was JKGF 59T, a double black, double polled JBOB Carolina Fortune daughter sold bred to JDKG Black Impression. This powerful cow was a sale day favorite. She was consigned by JDKG Farms, Ava, Ill., and purchased by Hilltop Farms of Asbury Mo., at $3,850.

Topping the Justamere Ranch Mature Dispersal was the Justamere Ranch herd sire RWL 025X. This homozygous black, double polled bull, sired by KHR47R, offered calving ease with a birth weight EPD of 0.7. Dan and Nora Hutchinson were dispersing their mature cows due to a shoulder injury Dan received earlier in the spring. Gerald Clark of Eldridge, Mo., won the bid at $3,600. The top female was HUTR Justamere April 030X, a fall pair. This homozygous black first calf heifer was sired by Post Rock Granite 200P2 and had an individual weaning ratio of 109. She sold with a September 17 bull calf at side sired by HUTR Justamere Herbie. Charles Kohn, Magee, Miss., was the winning bidder at $3,300. FFF

Topping the bred heifers was WOAK Dreamweaver consigned by White Farms Oak of Fordland, Mo. This red, double polled heifer was sired by WOAK Revolution and out of a JRI Free Agent daughter. Dreamweaver blends calving ease and eye appeal ranking in the top 15 percent of the breed for calving ease. She sold AI bred to HFGC Roscoe for a spring calf. She sold to Davis Land and Cattle for $3,700.

UPPER MIDWEST BREEDERS SOUTH DAKOTA ADKINS GELBVIEH

Gelbvieh & Balancer Performance Genetics Bulls and Heifers for sale by private treaty Gerald & Sarah Adkins

(605) 354-2428 Cell gerald@adkinsgelvbieh.com www.adkinsgelbvieh.com

41606 195th St., Carpenter, SD 57322

Julie Maude 605.381.2803 (C) Lori Maude 303.809.3789 (C) cj_llivestock@yahoo.com Hermosa, SD Quality Gelbvieh & Balancer® Genetics from a Trusted Source

Ellison Gelbvieh & Angus Ranch Gelbvieh & Angus & Balancers

Private Treaty Sales • Bulls (Yearling & 2-yr.-old) & Heifers

Mitchel & Edna Ellison

Beastrom Gelbvieh Ranch Registered Gelbvieh & Balancer Cattle Bulls • Heifers • Embryos • Semen

Jim & Barb Beastrom Brandy Ludemann, Brittney Spencer

Ph: 605-224-5789 • 605-280-7589 (Cell) jimbeastrom@mncomm.com • www.beastromranch.com

www.bcvgelbvieh.com

Jeff & Susie Ellison

9020 ND Hwy 49 Lemmon, SD 57638

9015 ND Hwy 49 Lemmon, SD 57638

701.376.3238

701.376.3526

Proven Genetics with Balanced Traits!

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Selby, South Dakota Annual Bull Sale 1st Saturday in March Brian & Dee Dee Vaughn & Wendy 605-649-9927 605-649-6262 www.Balancerbulls.com

G GelbvieH elbvieH r rancH ancH 43968 208th Street Lake Preston, SD 57249 605/847-4155 605/860-1326

Alan & Pam Blake, Nikki, Christian

Brent & Eve Vavra Nisland, SD • 605/257-2407

Thorstenson Gelbvieh

Email: hojerranch@rapiddatasystems.net Website: www.hojergelbviehranch.com

“Performance Genetics for Your Tomorrow”

Keith, Janice, Dustin & Britne 605-852-2131

kvolek@venturecomm.net

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SALES 2012 NAILE Showcase Gelbvieh & Balancer® Sale and Balancer show two days after the sale.

November 10, 2012 Louisville, Ky. Auctioneer: Todd Barlow Sale manager: Slaughter Sale Management Reported by: David Slaughter 3 Bulls 1 Pick of Show String 5 Open Heifers 3 Flush Opportunities 1 Bred Heifer 1 Pick of 2012 Fall Heifers Frozen Embryos

Lot 2, consigned by Circle S Ranch, was the choice of Arlen Becker at $5,250. This powerful son of Decade possessed the mass, structural correctness and eye appeal to earn division champion in the Gelbvieh show. $5,017 $5,000 $3,700 $3,667 $3,400 $3,400 $4,200

THIS YEAR MARKED the return of a Gelbvieh and Balancer® sale to the North American International Livestock Exposition (NAILE) in Louisville, Ky. The Kentucky Gelbvieh Association sponsored this year’s NAILE Showcase Gelbvieh & Balancer sale. The sale offered an outstanding lineup that produced four champions in the Eastern National Gelbvieh

LeDoux Ranch consigned Lot 4, Eleanor 117Y. Blackhawk Cattle Company chose this female as an outstanding addition to their show string. This bred, powerful daughter of Wingman was named 2012 NAILE grand champion Balancer female. At $5,400, Lot 7 was the choice of Michael Ring. Butler’s Ms. Code 549Y was the consignment from Butler Creek Farms. This fancy, black daughter of Code Red 506T has a great future in the show ring. Lot 5, a stylish daughter of Mason 14W, was consigned by McIntosh Farm. At $5,200, George Gribbons added Kentucky Belle to his breeding program. Green Hills Gelbvieh offered a pick of their show string. Barry Bigger was the successful bidder for the pick at $5,000. His choice was the Lot 16B, High Roller 35Y. This powerhouse, BC Marathon son was named division champion in the Balancer show. FFF

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(815) 732-7583

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Carl, Rebecca & Emily Griffiths

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Fullblood Polled Gelbvieh Polled Hereford

Merle E. Lewis 812/863-7701

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We sell Breeding Stock Bulls & Females Chester Yoder

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An Industry Relevant A.I. Sire CE

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25%

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108

30%

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-0.08

50%

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0.46

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Angus Sire is Top 1% for MB EPD Top 2% for CV EPD Purebred Dam is Top 10% for MB EPD Top 15% for CV EPD

TMGC SB REVIS ROCK 205W 50% Balancer® • AMGV 1126612 Homozygous Black • Homozygous Polled Sire: Lyons Design 6109 Dam: Stubro Outback Gal 69S (AMGV 987856)

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At Stuecken Brothers our motto speaks for itself. We produce high quality Gelbvieh and Balancer® bulls and females that will drive profitability for all segments of the beef industry. Our cattle are raised on fescue and are guaranteed to be successful in the pasture, in the feedlot and on the rail.

Watch for Stuecken Brothers bulls selling in Seedstock Plus Bull Sales this spring. STUECKEN BROTHERS Stuecken Brothers are proud members of:

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SALES Black Hills Stock Show & Rodeo® Gelbvieh Show and Sale at auction. This 75 percent Gelbvieh bull was born February 6, 2012 and offered calving ease and growth in an extremely attractive, sound, balanced package. Lazy TV Ranch of Selby, S.D., outlasted several bidders to own possession and 50 percent semen interest in this herd sire prospect.

January 31, 2013 Rapid City, S.D. Auctioneer: Seth Weishaar, Belle Fourche, S.D. Reported by: Frank Padilla

12 Bulls 3 Heifers

$3,979 $4,250

THE GELBVIEH SHOW and sale at the 2013 Black Hills Stock Show and Rodeo® was held Thursday, January 31 in Rapid City, S.D. Fifteen high quality bulls and females were consigned by eight Gelbvieh and Balancer® breeders. An excellent crowd was on hand to watch Judge Ryan Sellman, Crawford, Neb., evaluate the sale cattle in the morning. The crowd continued through the afternoon sale, which saw an increase in both number of head sold and sale averages from the previous two year’s sales. Topping the sale at $12,500 was the champion bull consigned by Beastrom Gelbvieh Ranch. Lot 16, BABR Vigilante 2101Z, was the first son of BEA Teddy 941W to sell

The reserve champion bull was consigned by Dobson Ranch, Kaw City, Okla. Lot 8, MDR Silver 2648Z, is a March 8, 2012, black, purebred Gelbvieh bull sired by Post Rock Silver 233U1. He was the high growth bull on the sale with a weaning weight EPD of 82 and a yearling weight EPD of 121. Elk Creek Gelbvieh, Piedmont, S.D., was the winning bidder at $4,250 for full possession, two-thirds semen interest. Another high selling bull was Lot 5, MDK Red Oak 2842Z, also consigned by Dobson Ranch. This March 19, 2012 red purebred Gelbvieh bull was sired by Butlers Red Oak 908W. He sold for $6,000 to Murray Farms, Kingfisher, Okla. The grand champion heifer was Lot 1, PLA Miss Goodnight 242Z, consigned by Plateau Gelbvieh, Peetz, Colo. This 50 percent, black, Balancer open heifer was born February 13, 2012 and sired by CTR Good Night 715T. Jon Beastrom of Pierre, S.D., picked up this moderate, wellbalanced heifer for $5,000. Lazy TV Ranch consigned the reserve champion heifer, Lot 3, Lazy TV Miss Watchman Y717. She is a 50 percent, black Balancer bred heifer born March 17, 2011 by the AI sire Lazy TV Watchman W012. She sold safe for a February calf sired by Lazy TV Curve Time. Winning the bid at $4,750 was Leonhardt Cattle Co., of Lake Preston, S.D. FFF

Additional Sale Reports Available Online Read more detailed and additional sale reports online at www.gelbvieh.org/exchange/ salereports. Or scan this QR code with your smartphone. Submit your sale report to Gelbvieh World by sending report or sale information to Jennifer Scharpe at jennifers@gelbvieh.org. Sale report will appear in the next issue of the magazine and will also posted online.

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WESTERN BREEDERS GAIN A Dozen Diamonds Sale

ARIZONA The Prosser Family

December 15, 2012 Kearney, Neb. Auctioneer: Roger Emigh Sale sponsored and managed by: Gelbvieh Association in Nebraska Reported by: Nick Wells 9 2 1

Open Heifers $6,938 Pick of the Herds $7,250 Flush Opportunity $4,750 Total Gross $77,000 Average on 12 Lots $6,415

928/289-2619 928/380-5149 cell Winslow, AZ

www.bartbar.com • info@bartbar.com

RFI Tested Balancer , Gelbvieh & Angus Bulls Sell Annually in April at Yerington, NV ®

COLORADO NEVADA Dave & Dawn Bowman 55784 Holly Rd. • Olathe, CO 81425

GELBVIEH ENTHUSIASTS FROM near and far gathered in

(970) 323-6833 www.bowkranch.com

Warner Beef Genetics topped the offering with DLW Ms Wardon 2020Z ET an open purebred February heifer. She sold to Bar None Gelbvieh, Marion, N.C, for $9,750.

P.O. Box 156 Orovada, NV 89425 775•272•3442

“Pounds Make Profit in Your Pocket” Bulls & Heifers Private Treaty

Kearney, Nebraska, on Saturday, December 15 for the first ever Dozen Diamonds sale sponsored and managed by the Gelbvieh Association In Nebraska (GAIN). Breeders from Nebraska, Kansas and South Dakota consigned an elite set of females and buyer’s choices for the event. All of the live lots were displayed at the Keith Stafford Farm located just north of Kearney and Fred Hartman served as straw boss. Buyers and enthusiasts then made their way to the Holiday Inn and Convention Center for a pre-sale social and prime rib dinner. Colonel Roger Emigh conducted the auction which started off with a benefit for the Junior GAIN group to offset expenses for next summer’s show. Several buyers purchased via phones, but many were purchased from the seats.

Dick & Jean Williams

OREGON

Red Gelbvieh Genetics

MONTANA

Selling entire semen and embryo inventory of Gelbvieh Fullblood genetics. Inventory includes: More than 7,000 units of semen Embryos from some of the first Gelbvieh females.

Tom Smith

PO Box T Nadras, OR 97741 541-419-0850 smithsez@gmail.com

WASHINGTON

Second high selling lot was from Cedar Top Ranch. Cedar Top sold pick of their 2012 heifer calves for $9,000 to LeDoux Ranches, Agenda, Kan. FFF

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National Gelbvieh and Balancer® Show

Balancer® Bull Futurity Claimed by Beastrom Bull BABR Secret Brand 2100Z, a 50 percent Balancer bull bred by Beastrom Gelbvieh won the People’s Choice Balancer Bull Futurity. By Jennifer Scharpe BEASTROM GELBVIEH OF Pierre, S.D., entered the

champion bull in the 2013 People’s Choice Balancer® Bull Futurity. In the third year of the event, the People’s Choice Balancer Bull Futurity continues to grow. A record of 27 bulls was entered by the membership. Voting and selection of the champion bull took place on Saturday, January 12 in the Stadium Arena at the National Western Stock Show. The bulls were paraded in the arena and the first round of voting was completed. The top five bulls were then brought back into the arena for the final round of voting. After the votes were tallied the top three bulls and ultimately the champion bull was named. The 2013 futurity winner was BABR Secret Brand 2100Z ET. He is a February 23, 2012 homozygous black, homozygous polled, 50 percent Balancer son of S A V Brand Name 9115. He measured a 5.6 frame score and a 38.5 cm scrotal circumference. In an effort to provide more complete information on the bulls to the voting members, all the Balancer bull futurity entries were ultrasound scanned at checkin. Secret Brand scanned a 14.83 inch ribeye area, 3.60 %IMF, and 0.19 inch back fat. The runners-up in the 2013 People’s Choice Balancer bull futurity went to Taubenheim Gelbvieh, Amherst,

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The 2013 People’s Choice Balancer Bull Futurity winner is BABR Secret Brand 2100Z, entered by Beastrom Ranch, Pierre, S.D.

Neb., and Schroeder Ranch, Inc., Sioux Falls, S.D. Entry 13, TAU Fine Tuned 30Z was the Taubenheim entry. He is a January 31, 2012 50 percent Balancer bull sired by Tuned In 55T. Schroeder’s entry was SGRI Jacked Up Z704, a February 16, 2012 25 percent Balancer son of Sitz Upward 307R. The People’s Choice Balancer Bull Futurity is managed by Mettler Sale Management, Canton, S.D., with the South Dakota Gelbvieh Association hosting the event. Memberships are available by contacting Jerry Mettler at 605-987-2114. The American Gelbvieh Association thanks the People’s Choice Balancer Bull Futurity for helping to sponsor the 2013 AGA “Impacting the Beef Business” awards recognition and futurity social held during the annual convention. FFF

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TM 66

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Request the Paper It Pays On your next Gelbvieh or Balancer® purchase, ask your seedstock supplier to transfer the registration paper. Transferred registration papers add value to your purchase: • Authenticate pedigree, performance and genetic information • Access to value added marketing services through the American Gelbvieh Association • Free 1-year subscription to Gelbvieh World and The Profit Picture • New buyers receive an informational packet about Gelbvieh and Balancer®

• Updated EPDs and performance information • Track pedigree information to manage inbreeding and maximize heterosis • Create a connection to your seedstock provider and the American Gelbvieh Association • Solidify your reputation as a professional cattle producer who is committed to genetic improvement

Get access to information and tools to help make your operation more profitable through registration transfers. American Gelbvieh Association 10900 Dover Street Westminster, CO 80021 303-465-2333 www.gelbvieh.org

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COMMUNICATION NOTE Driving Sales With the multiple numbers of sales this sale season, stand out from the competition by utilizing four simple services. By Jennifer Scharpe THERE ARE MORE than 60 Gelbvieh and Balancer® sales scheduled from January through April. Thirty-three of which will be held during the month of March. Be sure you are reaching your customers by taking advantage of the sales marketing services offered through the American Gelbvieh Association and Gelbvieh Media Productions. Help your costumers find your sale catalog by posting it on the American Gelbvieh Association’s sale catalog listings at www. GELBVIEH.org. Posting a sale catalog is a free service to breeders who advertise their sale with a display ad in Gelbvieh World or The Profit Picture. The sale catalog listings page is the top viewed page, after the homepage, on the Gelbvieh website during sale season. This page receives over 500 views a day. To post your sale catalog, send a PDF of the catalog or a link to the online catalog location to Dana Stewart, AGA director of member services, at danas@gelbvieh.org. GELBVIEH SALES email marketing will celebrate its first anniversary in early March. This service was started as a way to help AGA members promote their genetics to other seedstock breeders through a cost efficient email service. Breeders who have sent an email blast through GELBVIEH SALES continue to report the high response rate they get, the interest the email blast has 80 | MARCH 2013

generated and how successful it has been at increasing sales. For what is essentially the cost of one bid, the return back to the breeder has been huge. Only one email blast is sent per day so reserve your date early. After the sale, when you’ve celebrated your successful sale, sit down and figure your sale averages and write your sale report. Sale reports are the bonus free promotion you get for your hard work in having a sale. You can either write the report yourself and send it to jennifers@gelbvieh.org or use the simple Online Sale Report Form, which can be found on the homepage at www.GELBVIEH.org. A wise man from Missouri, who was one of the leading seedstock swine producers in the country and is now retired, once told me, “The best thing a seedstock producer can do is thank their customers with an ad in the magazine. It tells their customers that their business is appreciated. The ads promoting the sale are needed, but the thank you ad after the sale is the most important.” These words apply to all livestock species; the concepts of successful marketing are the same. A thank you ad after the sale should be figured into your sale advertising expense or a part of your yearly marketing plan. Also be sure to complete those animal transfers so you customers can receive a free one-year subscription to Gelbvieh World and The Profit Picture. FFF

Production Schedule Gelbvieh World The Profit Picture January Breeding Reference Guide/AI Sires Early deadline: November 21 Ad deadline: November 28 February Profit Picture Commercial Issue Early deadline: December 8 Ad deadline: December 15 March Annual Gelbvieh Convention/NWSS Early deadline: January 20 Ad deadline: January 25 April Herd Management/AI Sires Early deadline: February 20 Ad deadline: February 27 May Herd Health/Nutrition & Feeding Early deadline: March 20 Ad deadline: March 26 June-July Herd Reference Edition Early deadline: May 11 Ad deadline: May 18 August Seedstock Marketing Early deadline: June 20 Ad deadline: June 25 September Junior Programs Early deadline: July 20 Ad deadline: July 25 October Profit Picture Commercial Issue Early deadline: August 10 Ad deadline: August 17 November The Gelbvieh Cow Early deadline: September 20 Ad deadline: September 25 December AGA Convention Preview Early deadline: October 19 Ad deadline: October 25

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SALES 29th Annual ND Gelbvieh Association Golden Rule Sale ZH Image Maker 014 and offered and EPD profile of CE 7, BW 1.7, WW 84, YW 130 and MK 28. This bull had many friends on sale day, finally selling for $10,000 to SR Gravely Gelbvieh in Avon, Mont.

January 28, 2013 Mandan, N.D. Auctioneer: Ronn Cunningham Sale Manager: Mitchel Marketing Services Reported by: Frank Padilla 32 Bulls 16 Bred Heifers 12 Open Heifers

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Golden Rule Sale was held the last Monday in January at Kist Livestock in Mandan, N.D. A total of 60 bulls and females were consigned by 19 North Dakota Gelbvieh Association members. As the first North Dakota Gelbvieh and Balancer® sale of the spring sale season, this sale sets the pace for breeder sales in the state throughout the coming weeks and months. Topping the sale was Lot 26, a homozygous black, homozygous polled, Balancer bull consigned by Wohl Farms, Baldwin, N.D. WOHL Kuchen Z80 is a March 9, 2012 son of

At $7,100, Lot 14, SRGG Zebulon 201Z, was the next high selling bull. Consigned by SR Gravely Gelbvieh, he is a February 21, 2012 homozygous black, homozygous polled, purebred Gelbvieh son of VVGR Mr 054X. Erik Johnson, Johnson Bear River Gelbvieh of Tremonton, Utah was the winning bidder. The top selling open heifer was Lot 56, DCH Hillie Zula Z153, consigned by Chimney Butte Ranch, Mandan, N.D. This March 10, 2012 black, polled Balancer heifer was sired by the 2011 Balancer bull futurity winner SDCG X-Factor 202X. Cranview Gelbvieh of Minot, N.D., bought the heifer for $5,800. Topping the bred heifers was Lot 39, DDGR 18Y, consigned by Gustin’s Diamond D Gelbvieh in Mandan, N.D. This February 25, 2011 black, polled, purebred Gelbvieh daughter of HYEK Black Impact 3968N was bred to Post Rock Granite 200P2 for a March heifer calf. She sold to Martin Gelbvieh, Rock Lake, N.D., for $4,300. FFF

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Be a Champion for the American Gelbvieh Foundation With passion, determination and hard work, Gelbvieh and Balancer® breeders can help build the American Gelbvieh Foundation. The Foundation is a critical source of funding for research and junior support. By Dana Stewart THE MARCH ISSUE of Gelbvieh World is dedicated to the champions of the national Gelbvieh and Balancer show. For those champions, it started with great genetics. But those genetics had passion, determination and hard work driving them. And just like those winners, the American Gelbvieh Foundation needs passion, determination and hard work to become a champion. Passion. The American Gelbvieh Association was built on passion. Commercial cattlemen who grew to love Gelbvieh put their passion in motion by working to establish the American Gelbvieh Association. People who saw what the breed could do bred up their herds to purebred animals because they knew they had to in order for Gelbvieh to grow and succeed. The Foundation needs that same passion. It needs AGA members who believe in the breed to give their support. That support funds research projects to prove what those passionate cattlemen have known all along, as well as to launch Gelbvieh to the forefront of innovative technology. Determination. Ranchers have always been determined. Drought, blizzards, high input costs, regulations and more haven’t stopped the American rancher. We do what we do because we love it. We believe in it and it’s in our blood. The Foundation

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needs determined supporters who give their support in good times and bad. Hard work. It gets things done. While not always easy, that hard work pays off. The Foundation needs hard working supporters - supporters who share with their state association and other AGA members about the benefits and projects of the Foundation. There are countless ways to become a Foundation champion and not all of them require a great financial sacrifice. The beauty of the Foundation is that you can give as much or little as you can afford. Consider giving a small reoccurring gift monthly, quarterly or annually at an amount that you feel comfortable with. AGA can even help set up a payment plan for you. Other gifts might be the proceeds of a cull cow or a percentage of a lot from your production sale. The Foundation accepts non-monetary gifts as well. If you’d like to be a champion for the Foundation, please contact the AGA office. We can discuss Foundation projects and giving options. Finally, behind all of the great winners in this issue is excitement. Imagine all the things we can accomplish by channeling that excitement to stand behind the American Gelbvieh Foundation. Be a Foundation champion. Let’s get excited! Let’s stand proudly behind the breed we champion for. Let’s make a statement with our support to the Foundation.

American Gelbvieh Foundation Funds Genome Sequencing Project AT THE RECENT American Gelbvieh Foundation Committee meeting, the committee voted to recommend to the AGA Board of Directors to use Foundation funds to enter a research project with the University of Missouri. The research project involves doing an entire genome sequence on ten highly influential Gelbvieh bulls. Not only will Gelbvieh be

among the first breeds to accomplish this task, but in the end the research will provide an increase in the accuracy of molecular breeding values (MBVs) that are currently examined on the 50K SNP DNA test used by AGA members. The AGA Board of Directors voted to proceed with the research project. Research will begin this spring.

Giving Today to Guarantee Tomorrow: The American Gelbvieh Foundation Life Insurance Option DID YOU KNOW that you can leave a gift to the American Gelbvieh Foundation through your life insurance plan? During the American Gelbvieh Association Annual Convention and meetings, AGA members had an opportunity to learn about this option of charitable giving. The gift of life insurance can represent a substantial future gift at a relatively low cost.

premiums. Irrevocable gifts are not subject to the federal gift tax. Further, if the Foundation is named as the policy owner and beneficiary the gift will not be included in your estate for federal estate tax purposes.

If an AGA member has an existing life insurance policy, they can make the Foundation the beneficiary or they may simply purchase a new life insurance policy.

There are several options to giving a charitable gift to the Foundation through life insurance. In addition, laws and regulations may vary by state. However, the premise is the same â&#x20AC;&#x201C; leaving a life insurance gift to the Foundation is a simple way to leave a substantial gift with a relatively low cost to the donor.

There are income tax benefits to the policy holder associated with this type of gift. Depending on how the policy is set up, some of those benefits might include deducting the value of the policy at the time of the gift or charitable income tax deductions for policy

If you would like more information about life insurance gifts, please contact Dana Stewart, American Gelbvieh Foundation staff liaison, at 303-465-2333. We can work together with your local provider to meet your wishes.

Jimmy Christopher Memorial Scholarship Winner Announced AMERICAN GELBVIEH JUNIOR Association member Amanda Morrow of Hanson, Ky., was recently awarded a $1,000 scholarship from the Jimmy Christopher Memorial Scholarship fund. She is the 17 year old daughter of John and Paul Morrow. Upon graduation from Madisonville North Hopkins High School this spring, Morrow plans to attend Murray State University this fall. Jimmy Christopher was the longtime herdsman at Gelbvieh Bar None Ranch in North Carolina. His greatest joy was getting a young person started in the Gelbvieh business. The memorial scholarship is

annually awarded to an AGJA member who resides east of the Mississippi river. For more information, please contact Dana Stewart at 303-465-2333 or at danas@gelbvieh.org. The Jimmy Christopher Memorial Scholarship fund is one of several scholarship funds managed through the American Gelbvieh Foundation. In addition to the Jimmy Christopher Memorial Scholarship, the American Gelbvieh Foundation awards up to $4,500 in scholarships at the annual American Gelbvieh Junior Association Junior Classic. These scholarship funds are managed through various scholarship funds.

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SIRE/DAM SELECTOR Finding the Correct Genetics for Your Herd The sire/dam selector can be found by clicking on the Animal and Member Search Quick Link at www.GELBVIEH. org. This tool allows you to perform a customized search for sires and dams that meet the breeding goals for your herd. By Kari Otteman

The Basics When you reach the sire selector home page, you will find a page that lists the current AGA EPD categories, with columns for lower and upper limits, along with a minimum accuracy column. You can select the sex of the animal you are searching for: sires, dams, or AI sires only. Other factors that can be included in your search are the age of the animal, their breed composition, horned vs. polled, and their coat color. These choices enable you to find the animal that will be the best genetic match for your herd. The sire/dam selector also lets you search for dams based on their “Award” distinction, either as a Dam of Merit or a Dam of Distinction. The sire/dam selector lets you organize your results by enabling you to choose the number of results you want reported in your search. It also lets you sort your results based on your search fields; for example, sorting sires from highest to lowest birth weight.

Sire Selector Example How do you go about finding an animal that will work the best with your current production herd? The answer depends largely on the breeding goals for your operation. Here are the basic steps to choose a sire for your herd: • Let’s say you are looking for a bull that will improve the carcass value in your herd, and also has a reasonable weaning weight EPD because you sell your calves at weaning. The amount of help you have available during calving is slim, so you also want to make sure that the bull has good calving ease numbers. • You also want the bull to be a red, polled, purebred bull to mate with commercial cows. 86 | MARCH 2013

• Based on your breeding goals, and on the published AGA EPD percentiles, you decide that you want your bull to be in the top 25% for calving ease, which means you enter a lower limit of 10 in the calving ease row. You also want your bull’s weaning weight EPD to be about breed average, which means you enter a 65 in the lower limit box for weaning weight. Finally, you know that to make improvements in carcass merit for your herd, you want your CV to be in the top 20%. This means that you enter a 15 as the lower limit for carcass value. • Accuracy is also an important factor in choosing a sire. You decide you want your sire to be a proven one for less risk, so you set the minimum accuracy on all your EPDs to be 0.45 or above. • You are looking for a bull, so you check the “Sire” box. You select “Purebred” in the “Herdbook” field. To make sure the bull is without horns, you select “Polled” in the “Horn Code” field. Select “Black” in the “Color” field. • You want to see the top 50 results for your search, so you select this in the “# Of results” field. Don’t forget that if you want to sort the results in any particular fashion, say, in order of descending carcass value, you can do that in the “Order Results By” field. • You are ready to look at your results! Click the “Search” button, and you will see the results. • You can look at any individual animal’s records by clicking on the registration number of that animal. • What if your search didn’t return exactly what you wanted? No problem, just click “Clear” and try again. If you have any questions during your search, you can get help by clicking the “?” button at the bottom of the screen, or by calling the office at 303-465-2333. We are always willing to answer any questions you might have. FFF

JUNIOR VOICE

Ride the Denver Excitement to Summer Shows for preparing her for the NWSS and caring for her during the week.

With the successful completion of all the NWSS activities, AGJA members can now look to the excitement of the summer show season. Check the Gelbvieh website often for updates on AGJA shows. By Justin Vehige

We are now full-swing into the second semester of school, and if you’re like me, the itch to start the summer show season is setting in. As the school year winds down it can be difficult to stay focused on school work when I’d rather be out working with show heifers.

WHAT A GREAT AGA Annual Convention and National Western Stock Show. I am still buzzing from the excitement of that week. It was a pleasure to see a great turn out of junior members in Denver. The annual American Gelbvieh Junior Association (AGJA) donation heifer raffle was a huge success, generating more than $12,000 for junior programs. Thank to everyone who supported the AGJA by purchasing a raffle ticket either individually or through the raffle ticket auction. Also, congratulations and thanks to all the junior members who sold tickets. We would be remise if we did not extent a huge thank you to Rippe Gelbvieh, Hubbell, Neb., for donating this year’s heifer. Dustin Rippe opened up his herd and let AGAJ President Dustin Aherin and AGJA Ex-Officio Cole Buffo to pick the heifer of their choice as the donation heifer. Thank you also to the Hammer family

Preparations are well underway for this summer’s AGJA sponsored shows. The Western Regional show will be held May 24-26 in Columbus, Kan. The Eastern Regional show will be held June 7-9 in Waynesville, N.C. And the highlight of the summer, the AGJA Northern Lights Classic will be June 30 through July 5 in Rochester, Minn. The Minnesota Junior Gelbvieh Association is excited to welcome everyone to Minnesota. Be prepared to expand your vocabulary with words and lines like hotdish, pop, come here once, uffdah, up nort, and yah sure you betcha, not that I know what any of those mean. Thank you to everyone who supported the fundraising efforts for the Northern Lights Classic by purchasing tickets for their heifer raffle. More information about this summer’s shows, as well as contest information, will be posted on the Junior Page of the Gelbvieh website at www.GELBVIEH.org. We can ride the excitement from the successful National Western Stock Show to the upcoming AGJA shows. FFF

Dustin Aherin, President (2013) Phillipsburg, KS • 785-302-1252 daherin@ruraltel.net Grace Hammer, Vice President (2013) Wallace, KS • 785-728-7111 Hammerhead_grace@hotmail.com Mike & Toni Shrewsbury, Adult Advisors Lathrop, MO • 816-528-3644 mshrews@northmo.net Al & Mary Knapp, Adult Advisors Bonner Springs, KS • 913-724-4105 knappa@swbell.net Dana Stewart, Staff Advisor 303-465-2333 • danas@gelbvieh.org

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Garrett Teeter, V.P. of Leadership (2013) Mt. Ulla, NC • 704-267-4060 gmteeter@ncsu.edu Van Tucker, Secretary (2014) Portis, KS • 785-282-0544 vantucker@live.com Seth Arp, Treasurer (2013) Arlington, WI • 608-712-1186 setharp0922@hotmail.com

Cole Buffo, Ex-Officio Lansing, KS • 913-683-0034 cattle@kc.rr.com Christian Hojer (2013) Lake Preston, SD • 605-860-8635 hojer23@hotmail.com Nicole Mattison (2014) Lamberton, MN • 507-752-7573 nicole.mattison.2013@gmail.com Michael Ring (2014) Oregon, IL • 815-732-7583 skylerm1@frontier.com Justin Vehige (2014) Bonnots Mill, MO • 573-897-3303 jvehige@hotmail.com

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PLACES TO BE March 2013 Mar. 1 Handel Farms 20th Annual Production Sale, Platte, SD Mar. 1 Chimney Butte Ranch Annual Gelbvieh Production Sale, Mandan, ND Mar. 2 KY Beef Expo Gelbvieh & Balancer Show and Sale, Louisville, KY Mar. 2 Davidson Gelbvieh & Lonesome Dove Ranch 24th Annual Bull Sale, Ponteix, SK Mar. 2 SEGA Gelbvieh Private Treaty Bull Sale Opening Day, Pierce, CO Mar. 2 Judd Ranch 35th Gelbvieh, Balancer® and Red Angus Bull Sale, Pomona, KS

Mar. 22 Southwest Iowa Gelbvieh & Balancer Bull and Female Sale, Creston, IA Mar. 23 Bluegrass Gelbvieh Invitational Bull Sale, Mt. Sterling, KY Mar. 23 1st Annual Lone Oak Gelbvieh Private Treaty Kickoff Sale, Mechanicsville, IA Mar. 23 Jumping Cow Gelbvieh & Ridinger Cattle Company Annual Bull Sale, Ramah, CO Mar. 25 May Gelbvieh World Advertising Deadline Mar. 27 Richardson Ranch Gelbvieh & Balancer Yearling Bull Sale, Cortez, CO Mar. 30 Seedstock Plus South Missouri Bull & Female Sale, Carthage, MO

Mar. 2 Thorstenson Gelbvieh & Angus Bull Sale, Mobridge, SD Mar. 2 Circle M Farms 7th Annual Production Bull Sale, Woodbury, TN Mar. 2 Flying H Genetics 33rd Roughage ‘N Ready Herd Bull Sale, Arapahoe, NE Mar. 2 Cib’s Gelbvieh Bull & Female Sale, Clutier, IA Mar. 4 Hojer Gelbvieh Ranch Production Sale, Lake Preston, SD Mar. 4 MLM Gelbvieh & Great River Ranch Private Treaty Kickoff Sale, Superior, NE Mar. 5 Warner Beef Genetics Annual Production Sale, Arapahoe, NE Mar. 9 Tennessee Agribition Gelbvieh & Balancer Show and Sale, Lebanon, TN Mar. 9 J Bar M Gelbvieh and J&K Farms Bull Sale, Springfield, MO Mar. 9 Midwest Beef Alliance Bull Sale, Marshall Junction, MO

April 2013 Apr. 2 Schroeder Ranch 15th Annual Gelbvieh & Balancer Production Sale, Mitchell, SD Apr. 3 Midland Bull Test Bull Sale, Columbus, MT Apr. 6 Circle S Ranch 6th Annual “Going to Grass” Production Sale, Canton, KS Apr. 12 Cranview Gelbvieh Genetic Progress Sale, Rugby, ND Apr. 13 Central Tennessee Gelbvieh/Angus Invitational, Centerville, TN Apr. 13 Knoll Crest Farms Total Performance Bull Sale, Red House, VA Apr. 13 Seedstock Plus Southwest Feed Efficiency Bull Sale, Yerrington, NV Apr. 27 Bluegrass Gelbvieh Invitational Sale, Mt. Sterling, KY

Mar. 9 Rippe Gelbvieh Bull Sale, Belleville, KS Mar. 12 Bar Arrow Cattle Company 22nd Annual Production Sale, Phillipsburg, KS Mar. 16 Oklahoma Sooner Select Sale, Stillwater, OK

May 2013 May 24-26 AGJA Western Regional, Columbus, Kan.

Mar. 16 Pearson Cattle Company Annual Bull Sale, Lake City, SD Mar. 16 Post Rock Cattle Co. “Cowman’s Kind” Bull & Female Sale, Barnard, KS Mar. 16 Minnesota Gelbvieh Association 15 Annual Opportunity Sale, Fergus Falls, MN th

Mar. 16 North Carolina Maternal Edge Sale, Clinton, NC Mar. 16 Flying H Genetics 10th Grown On Grass Bull Sale, Lowry City, MO Mar. 16 Central Montana Gelbvieh Genetics 18th Annual Bull Sale, Lewistown, MT Mar. 20 Eagle Pass Ranch Bull Sale, Highmore, SD Mar. 21 8th Annual Triple Play Bull Sale, Huron, SD Mar. 21 Kicking Horse Ranch Annual Production Sale, Oilmont, MT

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June 2013 June 7-9 AGJA Eastern Regional, Waynesville, N.C.

July 2013 June 30-July 5 AGJA Northern Lights Classic, Rochester, MN Editor’s Note: If you have sale or event information for this listing, please email the information to jennifers@gelbvieh.org. This includes tours, expos, field days and other Gelbvieh events. Places to Be at www.gelbvieh.org contains additional contact information for each event.

Keeping Your Program on Target Whether Commercial or Purebred

18th Annual Bull Sale

March 16, 2013

Lewistown Livestock Auction Lunch at Noon−Sale at 1:00 pm MST

Gelbvieh Balancer

Gelbvieh, Angus, Gelbvieh Balancer® Huge offering of Homozygous Polled & Homozygous Black!

Multiple AI & Also offering 25 Heifers • Registered and Commercial Herd sires View Catalog & Vidoes at: represented! • 50+ Bulls •100% Black •100% Polled

Gelbvieh Balancer

(All bulls are ultrasound tested and many will be Igenity Tested)

www.goettlichbrotherstrucking.com

MEMBERS:

Sourdough Gelbvieh Alan Pollari (406) 735-4028

Danell Diamond Six Ranch

Goettlich Gelbvieh Ranch

Don Danell (406) 538-5622

Trent Goettlich (406) 462-5554

Guest Consignors: Linhart Angus Doug Linhart (406) 423-5445

Purebred Angus

Mike & Mardi (406) 366-4668

Sale book available from:

Central Montana Gelbvieh Genetics 1012 Maiden Road, Lewistown, MT 59457 (406)538-5622 • Don Danell

Offering volume discounts and $50 cash back if bulls are taken the day of the sale. Free delivery in Montana and guaranteed no more than $300 elsewhere in the United States. With one of the best guarantees in the industry!

Preview of bulls and social starting at 5:00 pm, March 15, 2013 Cutting Edge Genetics to Meet All Your Seedstock and Commercial Needs

Gelbvieh Balancer

AD INDEX 2R-2B Gelbvieh............................... 75 3 G Ranch............................17, 19, 72 ABCS Gelbvieh............................... 70 Adkins Gelbvieh............................. 71 AGA.....................................14, 78, 95 Area Coordinators.......................... 11 Armstrong Cattle Co...................... 70 Arp Gelbvieh................................... 83 B/F Cattle Company....................... 66 Bar Arrow Cattle Company.... 41, 66 Bar IV Livestock............................. 79 Bar T Bar Ranch, Inc...................... 75 Beastrom Gelbvieh Ranch............. 71 Blackhawk Cattle Company.... 35, 83 Bluegrass GV Invitational............. 96 Boehler Gelbvieh............................ 66 Bow K Ranch.................................. 75 Brandywine Farm........................... 70 Butler Creek Gelbvieh.................... 55 BV Ranch......................................... 71 Cattlemen’s Connection............. 9, 90 C-Cross Cattle Company.............. 79 Cedar Top Ranch....................IFC, 67 Central MT Gelbvieh Genetics..... 93 Central TN Sale.............................. 47 Chimney Butte Ranch.................... 70 Circle M Farms............................... 24 Circle S Ranch........................... 13, 90 CJ&L Livestock......................... 71, 83 Clinch Mountain Gelbvieh............ 79 Cranview Gelbvieh................... 15, 70 Cunningham, Ronn....................... 90 D Bar L Land and Livestock.......... 67 Danell Diamond Six Ranch.......... 48, .................................................... 49, 75 DDM Gelbvieh................................ 72 Diamond L Farms.......................... 82 Double Bar H.................................. 79 Dromgoole’s Heaven...................... 82 Eagle Pass Ranch............................ 51 Ellison Gelbvieh & Angus Ranch.... 71 Flying H Genetics....................67, BC Forbes Ranch.................................. 62 Gelbvieh Bar None......................... 53 Gelbvieh Bull Barn......................... 90 Gelbvieh Guide............................... 90 Gelbvieh Media Productions........ 81 Gelbvieh Profit Partners................ 91 Goettlich Gelbvieh Ranch............. 75 GoGelbvieh.com............................. 65 94 | MARCH 2013

Golden Buckle Gelbvieh................ 70 Green Hills Gelbvieh...................... 79 Grund Beef Genetics................ 30, 31 GS Ridge Top Ranch...................... 70 Gustin’s Diamond D Gelbvieh...... 70 Hampton Cattle Company............ 79 Handle Farms.................................. 83 Harriman, Bob................................ 66 Hart Farm Gelbvieh................... 5, 66 Hartland Farm................................ 66 Hill Top Haven Farm..................... 79 Hodges Ranch................................. 82 Hojer Gelbvieh Ranch.................... 71 J & K Farms..................................... 72 J Bar M Gelbvieh............................ 66 Judd Ranch, Inc.......................... 1, 66 Jumping Cow Gelbvieh............ 36, 77 Kenyon Cattle LLC......................... 28 Kicking Horse Ranch............... 75, 89 Kittle Gelbvieh Farms.................... 82 Kleinschmidt Gelbvieh.................. 37 Knoll Crest Farm............................ 35 KY Beef Expo.................................. 15 Lambert, Doak................................ 90 Ledgerwood Gelbvieh.................... 75 LeDoux Ranch................................ 66 Lemke Cattle................................... 67 Leonhardt Cattle Company........... 71 Linquist Farms................................ 70 Little Windy Hill Farms................. 79 Lone Oak Gelbvieh......................... 70 Longleaf Station.............................. 79 Lost River Livestock....................... 25 M&P Gelbvieh................................ 67 M&W Farms................................... 79 Maple Hill Farm.............................. 72 Maple Lake Livestock Co.............. 53 Markes Family Farms..................... 82 Martin Cattle Company................. 82 Maternal Edge Sale......................... 46 Mattison Family Farm............. 40, 70 McCabe Cattle/Two Step Ranch... 70 McIntosh Farm............................... 79 McMahan Cove Gelbvieh.............. 29 Middle Creek Farms................ 57, 75 Miller Gelbvieh............................... 82 Minnesota GV Assoc..................... 34 Mitchell Marketing Service.......... 36, .................................................... 77, 90 MLM Gelbvieh................................ 67

Mulroy Farms.................................. 66 National CUP Lab.......................... 90 NS Ranch......................................... 82 OHR Red Angus............................. 29 Overmiller Gelbvieh...................... 78 Pearson Cattle Co........................... 27 Plateau Gelbvieh............................. 75 Pope Farms Gelbvieh..................... 67 Post Rock Cattle Company....... 7, 66 Pot of Gold Sale.............................. 52 Prairie Hills Gelbvieh..................... 60 Professional Beef Genetics............ 61 Raile Gelbvieh................................. 74 Register Farms................................ 79 Ridinger Cattle Co.................... 37, 77 Rippe Gelbvieh................................ 33 Rocking GV Gelbvieh.................... 66 Rogers Valley Farm Gelbvieh.... 3, 66 Sandy Knoll Farm..................... 17, 28 Sawtooth Gelbvieh Cattle & Hay.. 75 Schafer Farms, Inc.......................... 70 Schroeder Ranch....................... 28,73 Seedstock Plus Genetics................ 39 Seedstock Plus................................. 87 SEGA Gelbvieh............................... 57 Slaughter Sale Management......... 47, ..............................................53, 63, 96 Smith, Tom...................................... 75 Spring Flood Ranch....................... 66 Spring Valley, LTD.......................... 51 Stuecken Brothers........................... 73 Swanson Cattle Company............. 67 SW Iowa Bull Sale........................... 54 Taubenheim Gelbvieh.............. 59, 67 The 88 Ranch................................... 66 Thorstenson Gelbvieh.................... 71 TJB Gelbvieh................................... 33 TN Beef Agribition......................... 63 Treble W Ranch.............................. 79 Triple K Gelbvieh............................ 66 Triple Play Bull Sale........................ 62 Volek Ranch.................................... 71 Warner Beef Genetics .......... 40, IBC White Oak Farms........................... 66 Wildwood Acres............................. 72 Wilkinson Gelbvieh................. 38, 75 Yoder’s Prairie Acres...................... 72 Zoetis..............................20, 21, 22, 23

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Saturday, March 23, 2013 • 1:00 PM ET Chenault Ag Center • Mt. Sterling, KY

Selling 45

Gelbvieh & Balancer Bulls

Homo black Post Rock Granite 200P2 sons like this one sell!

33 Sixteen To Eighteen Month Old Bulls 12 Thirteen Month Old Bulls Most are Confirmed Homozygous Polled Many Homozygous Black Complete Performance Information and EPDS All Have Passed a BSE Sires Represented: ALS Maverick 70T ALS Mason 14W Carolina Fortune 2564J Carolina Hero 4659M Trendsetter 55R Black Impact 3960N

A homo polled, full brother to this Carolina Hero x Pearl L023 bull sells!

Post Rock Granite 200P2 Homo black, homo polled Mason son out of Evelynn Sells!

Big N’ Rich 911P Tenderloin N407 Astro 407S Heavy Equipment 125M3 Free Agent 125J3 Post Rock Silver 223U1 Sale managed by

Slaughter Sale Management This homo polled, Maverick son out of Pearl L023 sells!

For catalog or information contact:

David Slaughter

Two black, homozygous polled P016 sons sell!

162 Hastings Lane Fredonia, KY 42411 Phone: (270) 556-4259 E-mail: hmslghtr@aol.com

Warner BRED DLW INDUSTRY 301X Homozygous Polled 38% Gelbvieh, 62% Angus Balancer® Bull SIRE: Connealy Industry 5634 DAM: Ms Highlight 301N Cattlemen’s favorite and Senior Champion Balancer® bull. Sires the wide based, stout made progeny in high demand. OWNED WITH CEDAR TOP RANCH AND BLACK GOLD CATTLE CO. CE

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Warner Bred Semen... from any of the owners or Gelbvieh Bull Barn. WARNER BEEF GENETICS Dan and Kate Warner 42198 Road 721, Arapahoe, NE 68922 Dan Warner: 308.962.6511 Monte Warner: 308.962.6136 Darren Warner: 308.824.2950

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Sire: Sandman • Balancer® • BD: 8/6/11

Sire: S A V Iron Mountain • Balancer® • BD: 1/28/12 CE 11 0.23

WW 66 0.24

YW 104 0.24

MK 14 0.23

CW 33 0.20

MB 0.26 0.19

RE 0.38 0.18

CE 8 0.31

WW 62 0.30

YW 91 0.29

MK 21 0.24

CW 27 0.25

MB 0.18 0.17

RE 0.21 0.16

11th Grown On Grass Bull Sale 105 Bulls Sell

Sire: Sandman • Balancer® • BD: 8/02/11 CE 11 0.31

WW 68 0.29

YW 103 0.28

MK 18 0.22

CW 30 0.24

MB 0.14 0.17

RE 0.59 0.16

Over 50 18 month-old Bulls Sat., March 16th • Lowry City, MO

Sire: S A V Final Answer • Balancer® • BD: 8/07/11 CE 10 0.32

WW 87 0.30

YW 135 0.29

MK 15 0.24

CW 52 0.25

MB 0.31 0.24

RE 0.40 0.23

FLYING H GENETICS Sire: Mr NLC Upgrade • Simmental • BD: 1/01/12 CE 10 0.24

WW 75 0.24

YW 113 0.24

MK 26 0.23

CW 40 0.20

MB 0.14 0.18

RE 0.91 0.17

Dick & Bonnie Helms Missouri Nebraska Jared & Jill Wareham Kyle & Kayla Helms Cell: (417) 309-0062 Ph: (308) 962-6940 kyle@flyinghgenetics.com jared@flyinghgenetics.com

www.flyinghgenetics.com

Sire: Mr NLC Upgrade • SimAngusTM • BD: 1/21/12 CE 11 0.21

WW 82 0.21

YW 130 0.21

MK 22 0.18

CW 51 0.20

MB 0.48 0.15

RE 0.91 0.14