Charolais USA June/July 2023 Journal

JOURNAL CHAROLAIS

JOURNAL, 11700 NW Plaza Circle, Kansas City, MO 64153. Charolais Journal (ISSN 0191-5444) is published monthly, except June and July which are combined issues, by CHAROLAIS PUBLICATIONS INC., 11700 NW Plaza Circle, Kansas City, MO 64153. Subscriptions: U.S. - $75; U.S. First Class - $100; Canada - $125; Foreign - $125. Single Copies - $7, including postage. For AICA members, $20 of annual dues to AICA are applicable to subscriptions for Charolais Journal. Periodicals postage paid at Kansas City, MO 64153, and additional mailing offices. Standard postage paid at Jefferson City, Mo. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to: CHAROLAIS JOURNAL, 11700 NW Plaza Circle, Kansas City, MO 64153.

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PROMOTING CHAROLAIS GENETICS on an International Stage

Dr. Clint Rusk Executive Vice President

At the conclusion of our Board Meetings on April 19th, David Hobbs and I boarded an airplane in Kansas City and flew to Detroit, Amsterdam and Prague in the Czech Republic to attend the 2023 World Charolais Technical Congress. We arrived on Thursday evening, April 20th, just in time to join a group of Charolais enthusiasts from around the world who, like us, had arrived in Prague for the opening dinner together. It was fun to reunite with friends we met last year at the 2022 World Charolais Congress in the UK. This year’s Technical Congress brought together delegates from 13 countries, including: Australia, Canada, the Czech Republic, Estonia, France, Hungary, Mexico, New Zealand, the Republic of Ireland, Slovakia, Sweden, United Kingdom and the United States.

After breakfast, we embarked on a 7.5 kilometer walking tour through the streets of Prague, one of the best “Eastern“ European cities you can imagine. Architecturally, and in terms of city sites, Prague is a revelation with some 600 years of architecture virtually untouched by natural or war disaster. To start the walking tour, we were joined by a well-informed tour guide who helped us learn about the many beautiful castles, cathedrals, museums, and other historic buildings that make-up the skyline of Prague. After the walking tour, we boarded a boat on the Vltava River that runs through the city and enjoyed a leisurely lunch with plenty of time to visit with new friends.

After lunch we boarded the tour bus and rode to Brno, the second largest city in the Czech Republic (population of approx. 400,000 people). We enjoyed dinner in the hotel where we would stay for the next five nights. The next morning, we loaded the bus and headed to our first Charolais herd visit at Agrochyt Mohelno Charolais Family Farm where we saw several high quality Charolais, Limousin, and Simmental cattle. On our way to this farm, we drove past one of two nuclear power plants in the Czech Republic, Dukovany.

On April 22nd, we visited a corporate

Charolais Farm called REDU. This expansive operation runs approximately 640 head of Charolais cattle. While most of the cattle were horned, they are making a concerted effort to add polled genetics to the herd. The nucleus of this herd originated from French genetics. We saw several outstanding Charolais bulls who were very muscular and some of them were polled. The barns and working facilities at this farm were very impressive. After a tour of the REDU farm, we drove to the Czech Association of Beef Cattle Breeders’ Bull Test Center where bulls of several breeds were being gain tested. Most of the bulls were Charolais and several of these bulls were quite good. David and I agreed that a heterozygous polled Charolais bull (sired by Ottawa PP) was our favorite. This bull was sound on his feet and legs, round in his rib and very muscular. This bull was also one of the top gaining bulls on the test.

On Day 4, we walked from the hotel to the Brno Exhibition Ground to watch the Czech National Show of Livestock. This exhibition features over 800 beef cattle, dairy cattle, goats, horses, sheep, and swine. Most of the animals were stalled and shown in the Brno Exhibition Center. This modern facility offered excellent conditions for exhibitors, visitors, and animals alike. Also included in the expansive facility were numerous vendor booths where farmers, breeders, veterinarians, and other experts could view and discuss innovations, products, and the latest Agriculture technologies. This show featured approximately 350 head of beef cattle, including 70 head of Charolais cattle from top Czech breeders. The Champion Charolais heifer and bull were both polled animals from French genetics. They were exhibited by REDU. The Charolais judge was Sebastien Cluzel, President of the French Herd Book Charolais and a Charolais breeder. We distributed AICA booklets and fliers at the Charolais booth during and following the show.

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“WE DISCUSSED CHAROLAIS CATTLE AND PROMOTED U.S. GENETICS TO REPRESENTATIVES FROM AUSTRALIA, CANADA, ESTONIA, MEXICO, THE REPUBLIC OF IRELAND AND THE UNITED KINGDOM.

UPDATES ASSOCIATION

AICA NEW MEMBERS

American-International CHAROLAIS Association

The AICA is the official registry for Charolais and Charbray cattle in the United States. Charolais cattle were first brought to the U.S. in 1936. In 1957, the American Charolais Breeders Association and the International Charolais Breeders Association merged forming the present AICA.

Membership in the AICA is obtainable when the applicant has ownership in at least one animal, and has paid the initial membership fee of $125. AICA annual dues are $100.

AIJCA NEW MEMBERS

UPDATES ASSOCIATION

Female Enrollments

Female enrollments for 2023 are open January 1, 2023. Regardless of the program you choose, your active females should be enrolled. There are 2 enrollment programs:

WHR – Each active female is enrolled at $16 until April 1. For the $16 you get the registration and transfer of the calf born in 2023. You will also get EPDs on unregistered calves with weight data in valid contemporary groups. The enrollment fee goes up after April 1.

PPR – Each active female is enrolled, however there is no fee attached to the enrollment. You will pay the traditional registration and transfer fees as you register and transfer the calves, depending on the age of the calf. EPDs on unregistered calves is not part of the PPR program.

Advertising Deadline

The deadlines to place advertising in the August 2023 Charolais Journal is July 10. Contact your field representative about these and other advertising opportunities.

Export Your Data for Sale Catalogs

Under the “tools” tab, you will find a new “Data Export” button. This data export gives you the flexibility to export data on animals in your herd and use those data files in your own management packages. You can download and save the files directly to your computer in a CSV (can be opened in Excel) format. There are many options within this feature including selecting the type of animal to export and specific data.

Year letter for 2023 is L

Record your 2023 born calves using AICA’s online system. Add the data as the calves are born; continue to update the records as you add weaning and yearling data. Register the calves at any time by adding their name.

Animals Held in the System

If an animal is registered online and held in the system, you can transfer that animal at any time. If an animal was registered online, but wasn’t held in the system, it will not be able to be transferred online. You will need to fill out the back of the certificate that was mailed to you and send it back to the office to be transferred.

DNA Fees

As of January 1, 2023. Samples recieved at the lab after 12-15-22 will reflect the new price.

100K - $40

H/P - $20

BPA- $5

(As

of June 1, 2023)

Expedited Registration Work - NEW FEES

If an animal needs to be registered with in a day or two a rush fee of $75 ($150 non members) will be added to work. Once the animal is registered you can pull it up online to view the registration number. The new certificate will be mailed out the following day. We also offer FedEx mailing for additional $75 ($150 non members).

Performance Deadline Approaching

Performance data must be submitted to the AICA office by July 14 to be included in the August 2023 Genetic Analysis. Please make sure calf data, weights and weigh data have been submitted online or on forms to AICA.

American-International CHAROLAIS Association

11700 NW Plaza Circle Kansas City, Mo 64153

Phone: (816) 464-5977

Fax: (816) 464-5759

E-Mail: Info@Charolaisusa.com

Website: www.charolaisusa.com

Association Staff

Executive Vice President

Dr. Clint Rusk • Ext. 101 Crusk@Charolaisusa.com

Recording Secretary

Maggie Smithee • Ext. 401 Msmithee@Charolaisusa.com

Vice President of Operations

David Hobbs • Ext. 200 Dhobbs@Charolaisusa.com

Youth Activities & Foundation

Kaitlyn Chism • Ext. 201 Kchism@Charolaisusa.com

Controller

Chris Kendall • Ext. 300 Ckendall@charolaisusa.com

Asst. Recording Secretary

Sarah Page • Ext. 402 Spage@charolaisusa.com

Communications & Events Coordinator

Samantha Corn • Ext. 102 Scorn@Charolaisusa.com

To Use The Extension Numbers

Listed For The Above Staff, Phone (816) 464-5977.

Field Staff

Southeast Representative

Floyd Wampler 294 Peoples Road Bristol, TN 37620 (423) 612-2144

Fwampler@Charolaisusa.com

Southwest Representative Cody Beck 19800 John Wayne Perry, OK 73077 (765) 719-1622

Cbeck@Charolaisusa.com

North Central Representative

Hadley Schotte

2811 South Lancaster Drive, Apt. 9 Sioux Falls, SD 57106 (785) 562-6632

Hschotte@Charolaisusa.com

West Representative

Clint Sexson 77714 S Edwards Road Stanfield, OR 97875 (541) 609-0167 clint.sexson@msn.com

Other Regions

Call The AICA Office. (816) 464-5977

Commercial Advertising

Jay Carlson

Carlson Media Group, LLC

Beef Breed Group (913) 268-5725 office

jay@carlsonmediagroup.com

AICA Office

President

Michael Sturgess

407 Breesport St. San Antonio, TX 78216 (210) 867-6863

Vice President

Donnie Leddy 15635 472nd Ave. Stockholm, SD 57264 (605) 695-0113

Secretary

Chad Zehnder 982 397th Ave NW Stanchfield, MN 55080 (612)554-2154

Treasurer

David Hubert

510 Maple Ave. Oakley, KS 67748 (785) 672-2540

Ex-Officio

Eddy Loggains 4431 Larkin Road Violet Hill, AR 72584 (870) 404-4332

CPI Board

President

Dr. Clint Rusk

Board Of Directors

Eddy Loggains

Michael Sturgess

Donnie Leddy

David Hubert

AIJCF Board of Trustees

Chairman & Trustee

Larry Lehman

Trustees

Bill Nottke

Kim Coudron Schwecke

Dr. Clint Rusk

Kaitlyn Chism

Fundraising Chairman

Larry Lehman

ACF Board of Directors

President

Larry Ludeke

Vice President

Bob Tibbs

AICA Directors By Area

Area 1

Scott Eaton

113 Georgetown Dr Glendive, MT 59330 (406) 852-3205

term expires 2024

Area 2

T. Lane Grau

1680 CR 37 Grady, NM 88120 (575) 760-6336

term expires 2023

Area 3

Donnie Leddy 15635 472nd Ave

Stockholm, SD 57264 (605) 695-0113

term expires 2024

Area 4

David Hubert 510 Maple Ave. Oakley, KS 67748 (785) 672-2540

term expires 2023

Area 5

Mitch Thomas P.O. Box 717

Raymondville, TX 78580 (956) 535-0936

term expires 2024

Area 6 Eric Dennis

170 Rock Bluff Rd

Saint Jo, TX 76265 (940) 841-2792

term expires 2023

Area 7

Chad Zehnder 982 397th Ave NW Stanchfield, MN 55080 (612) 554-2154

term expires 2024

Area 8

Jim Husz

22790 Icon Road

Maryville, MO 64468 (660) 582-9151

term expires 2023

Secretary

Rod Smith

Treasurer Ray Franz

AICA Committee Chairmen & Vice Chairman

Activities

CHAIRMAN

Jeff Bunker 13080 Janus Ave Sparta, WI 54656 (608) 633-53342

VICE CHAIRMAN

Donnie Leddy

Vice President

Advertising/Marketing

CHAIRMAN

Frank Ellis Jr.

Area 12 Director

VICE CHAIRMAN

Bob Tibbs 3545 Old Level Rd. Havre de Grace, MD 21078 (410) 734-6873

Affiliate CHAIRMAN

Frank Ellis

Area 12 Director

VICE CHAIRMAN

Marty Lewis 9411 W 56th St S Monroe, IA 50170 (515) 250-2362

Area 9

Tyler Davis PO Box 935

Ashdown, AR 71822

(903) 908-5913

term expires 2024

Area 10

Troy Bertsche 4328 E 1800 N Road

Flanagan, IL 61740

(815) 674-1244

term expires 2023

Area 11

Jeff Harrod 645 Evergreen Rd Frankfort, KY 40601

(502) 330-6745

term expires 2024

Area 12

Frank Ellis Jr. 250 Ellis Road

Letohatchee, AL 36047

(334) 315-8927

term expires 2023

Area 13

Kyle Reaves 5840 West Allens Bridge Greeneville, TN 37743 (423) 723-9245

term expires 2024

Area 14

David Clark

10165 Log Cabin Road

Denton, MD 21629

(410) 924-3521

term expires 2023

Area 15

Dan Eversole

3250 Litton-Reaves Hall

Blacksburg, VA 24061

(540) 231-4738

term expires 2024

Directors

Mike Schumacher

Dr. Clint Rusk

Kaitlyn Chism

Breed Improvement CHAIRMAN

Jim Johnson

812 Patteson School Rd. Appomattox, VA 24522 (434) 546-2341

VICE CHAIRMAN

Dan Eversole

Area 15 Director

Commercial

CHAIRMAN

Dennis Metzger

205 E Hill St

Whitman, NE 69366 (816) 519-8208

VICE CHAIRMAN

Mitch Thomas

Area 5 Director

Finance

CHAIRMAN

Larry Ludeke

P.O Box 186

Liverpool, TX 77577 (832) 439-4666

VICE CHAIRMAN

David Hubert

Area 4 Director

Junior Council CHAIRMAN

Larry Lehman

P.O. Box 700

Tioga, TX 76271

(972) 529-8723

VICE CHAIRMAN

David Clark

Area 14 Director

Long Range Planning

CHAIRMAN

Larry Ludeke

VICE CHAIRMAN

Mike Schumacher

14809 Pike 139

Bowling Green, MO 63334

(573) 324-2528

Rules & Ethics

CHAIRMAN

Cheryl Lux

P.O. Box 348

Augusta, MT 59410

(406) 562-2021

VICE CHAIRMAN

Donnie Leddy

Vice President

Day five was the Charolais Charbray International Annual Meeting and the Charolais technical conference. After the business meeting, each country was asked to present a 15-20-minute talk about Charolais activities and events going on in their home country. I presented a similar talk to the one I gave during our board meetings in Kansas City. I found the talks to be very educational and enlightening. While some country representatives discussed the number of Charolais cattle and the number of breeders in their country, others discussed current events and issues facing Charolais breeders in their country.

On Day 6 we toured the Hatlak Family Charolais Farm located about an hour from Brno. Mrs. Jitla Hatlakova, the matriarch, is the current President of the Czech Charolais Breeders. The eldest son spoke to our group (in very good English) about their farm and their very functional herd of Charolais cattle. While many were horned, an emphasis is being made to add polled genetics. David and I were impressed with the quality of this herd and the beauty of their farm. Later in the day, we traveled to the Valec Castle owned by the same folks who own REDU where we toured on Day 3. We enjoyed a walking tour of the castle/ mansion and the surrounding gardens. We then enjoyed a farewell dinner and numerous presentations to our hosts. It was encouraging to see Charolais enthusiasts from 13 countries visiting, laughing, and enjoying each other’s company.

The next morning, David and I joined Craig Scott, General Manager of the Canadian Charolais Association, and César Cantú, Charolais Charbray Herd Book of Mexico Technical Advisor for a final night in Prague. Thank you for sending David and me on this trip of a lifetime. We both learned a lot about the Czech Republic, about the Czech people and about Charolais cattle in eastern Europe. Most importantly, we made good connections with Charolais breeders and executives from around the world. We discussed Charolais cattle and promoted U.S. genetics to representatives from Australia, Canada, Estonia, Mexico, the Republic of Ireland and the United Kingdom.

Thomas Ranch

Ranch

ROE SIRES Roll of Excellence

AICA was one of the first breed registries to establish a show program, Roll of Excellence (ROE) that provides national level competition on a regional basis across the United States. The AICA ROE Sire program recognizes sires for the achievement of progeny in National ROE Shows, Class A ROE Shows and Class B ROE Shows. A sire qualifies as a ROE Sire when progeny have accumulated a minimum total of 400 ROE points. A minimum of 200 points must be Class A ROE points.

2022-2023 Qualifying Sires

117th

TR CAG Carbon Copy 7630E ET

EM896198

TR CAG Carbon Copy 7630E ET earned the AICA Roll of Excellence distinction at the 2022 Missouri State Fair Class A ROE Show.

Carbon Copy is a March 4, 2017, son of RBM TR Rhinestone Z38 and M&M Ms Carbine 1567 Pld. He was bred by Thomas Ranch, Harrold, S. D. He is currently owned by Thomas Ranch, Cagney Effling, Highmore, S. D., Doll Charolais Ranch, New Salem, N.D., and Wilgenbusch Charolais, Halbrite, Sask.

118th

TR Mr Outkast 6605D

M879418

TR Mr Outkast 6605D earned the AICA Roll of Excellence distinction at the 2022 North American International Livestock Exposition National ROE Show.

Outkast is a March 8, 2016, son of M&M Outsider 4003 Pld and TR Ms Diablo 3631A. He was bred by Thomas Ranch, Harrold, S. D. He is currently owned by Thomas Ranch, Boyert Show Cattle, Seville, Ohio, Midwest Genetics, Hennepin, Ill., and Randy Schuring, Andover, S. D.

20 years

OF BREED IMPROVEMENT

by Samantha Corn

Long-term, unwavering loyalty and perseverance are the pillars used to describe Rex Ricketts. A man who was “married into” the Charolais breed in 1964 seemingly never looked back. However, his commitment to the American-International Charolais Association (AICA) and its’ breeders can only begin to scratch the surface when referencing his benevolence and devotion to anything he has been a part of in his lifetime.

Rex Ricketts grew up on a 160-acre registered Jersey farm in Fair Grove, Missouri. Throughout high school, Rex and his two brothers succeeded at various cattle shows and continued to do so after high school. In the beginning of July, they would enter in as many shows as possible. By the end of the summer, they each had earned enough money in winnings to fulfill their tuition requirements for the coming semester at the University of Missouri.

Though his showing days came to an end, Rex continued to immerse himself in various Agricultural pursuits during his higher education

experience. While in Columbia, at the University of Missouri he served as President of the Agriculture and Student Dairy clubs. From 1962-1963 the MU College of Agriculture named him the Outstanding Senior. Along with this, Rex served as a member to many honor societies and played an integral role while being a part of Mizzou’s Dairy Judging Team in 1961. Ricketts went on to obtain his bachelor’s degree in Agriculture in 1963, Master’s degree in 1964, later reigning in his Ph.D in Dairy Husbandry in 1970, all from the University of Missouri. During this time, he was employed by Cargill

Nutrena Mills and Ralston Purina. In 1970, he became the MU Extension state dairy specialist, where in 1985 he was named chair of the MU Department of Dairy Sciences. Following these achievements, in 1989, he became the MU Commercial Agriculture coordinator.

Though he received many accolades during his time at Mizzou, he also met his wife, Sondra, whom he wed in 1964. In 1975 they purchased the land they live on today in Hallsville, Mo. This would become the property where they built their home and raised their three children, Chad, Trina, and Neysa. Today, Rex

and Sondra maintain a select herd of Charolais and Angus brood cows with an extensive AI program utilizing performance Charolais bulls. Ricketts Ranch also still participates in performance and consignment sales across the state of Missouri. While relaying the story of this time in their life, the biggest decision seemed to be where to build their home. This choice came easily when they found themselves on top of a hill at the front of their property. They decided to break ground in the place, “… where we could see the Columbia lights”. During the construction of said home, an incident unraveled where a group of cattle broke in and left hoof prints on the drying concrete, from then on, everyone referred to their home as “Cow Palace”. A comedic story finds a place as a fitting name when looking back on not only all of Rex’s accomplishments but to his children’s as well.

All three of their children grew up

within the American-International Junior Charolais Association, showing, competing and later receiving scholarships. They also each attended the family Alma Mater, the University of Missouri. The trend of loyalty seems to be generational when it comes to the Ricketts family. Since being raised within the AIJCA and the University of Missouri, each child has now gone on to lead their own impactful life. Chad was the first graduate of the MU Food Engineering Program and now runs a food engineering program of his own. First daughter, Trina, is an attorney in Kansas City, Mo. Their youngest, Neysa, a Pharmaceutical Representative. All his children and grandchildren are still involved in agriculture today.

Backtracking a bit to discover how Rex became the Charolais enthusiast we know today; we can attribute much of his start to Sondra’s father, Max Rainey. He raised Charolais

cattle during the late 1950’s, crossing them with Hereford cattle, until later forming into a purebred Charolais operation. When it came time for his kids to get involved their grandfather played a large role, as he gifted them their first sets of Charolais, a cowcalf pair with a bred heifer. You can still find these genetics within the herd on their farm today.

Rex says the first time he felt he really stepped into the breed on his own was when he became involved with the AICA. From 2002 to Spring of 2023, Rex served as the Chairman of the Breed Improvement Committee for the Association. Ricketts attributes his loyalty to “The amount of progress and dedication that the AICA staff and Charolais breeders display shows their true passion for the breed. It makes you want to get involved and stay involved”. It can

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Rex says the first time he felt he really stepped into the breed on his own was when he became involved with the AICA.

Faraway...from ordinary

July 2023 marks our 20th year breeding Charolais. Thanks to all who have helped us along the way with advice and friendship, and to those who have invested in our cattle.

Cattlemen need access to highly homozygous consistent parent lines that contribute the greatest commercial benefit at the least possible expense and labor. To that end, our mission is to produce cattle with adequate calving ease and growth, and with exceptional carcass quality, muscle, and yieldalways in a sound, long-lived, docile package. Our program has always been based on linebreeding to M6 Grid Maker 104. This is still our program. We are also incorporating Avignon 1106 and Till 2000 genetics, two French bulls that are among the most used bulls ever in the breed worldwide.

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Till 2000 and his 6 X descendant, Silverstream Padra

AMERICAN-INTERNATIONAL CHAROLAIS ASSOCIATION

Committees and Spring Board of Directors Meeting Minutes I April 2023 I Kansas City, Mo.

Activities Committee

Conference Call

Conference Call - April 4, 2023

Chairman: Jeff Bunker

Members

Par�cipa�ng: Jeff Bunker, Donnie Leddy, Kerry Cli�, Lane Grau, Spencer Schrader, Alan Leifeste, Dale Jedlicka, Will Blankers, Jeff Harrod, Ma� Bauerlein, Naomi Farmer

AICA Staff: David Hobbs.

Chairman Jeff Bunker called the mee�ng to order. Roll Call was taken with 11 members par�cipa�ng. Reviewed the March 28, 2023

Conference Call Commi�ee Minutes. Minutes were approved as presented.

Action Taken

1. The committee established the Final List of AICA Approved Judges.

2. The committee selected the 55th National Charolais Show Judge and Alternate Judge. (2023 North American International Livestock Exposition)

3. The committee selected the 20232024 National Roll of Excellence (ROE) show judges: American Royal Livestock Show; National Western Stock Show; Fort Worth Stock Show; National Western Stock Show Pens (and alternate.)

4. Donnie Leddy moved to update the AICA Show Classification – Special Rules regarding AICA Colored Division Registry animals to read – Animals registered in the AICA Colored Division Registry (QF and QM initialed registration numbers) must meet the qualifications of the AICA Rules and Regulations. Dale Jedlicka seconded. Discussion followed. MOTION CARRIED.

5. Alan Leifeste moved to recommend that EPDs not be utilized at National

ROE shows. Naomi Farmer seconded. Discussion followed. MOTION CARRIED.

6. David Hobbs updated the committee on the procedure to select the 55th National Show Dedicatee and the 2024 Cattlemen’s Congress Class A ROE show judge.

7. Hobbs updated the committee on the 55th National Show to be held in conjunction with the November 2023 North American International Livestock Exposition.

8. Meeting Adjourned.

A iliate Committee

Chairman: Frank Ellis Jr.

Members present: Frank Ellis, Jr., Alabama Charolais Associa�on; J. Robert Tibbs Jr., Colonial Charolais Associa�on; Kyle Reaves, Mountain Empire Charolais Associa�on; Troy Bertsche, Illinois Charolais Associa�on; Dan Eversole, Virginia Charolais Associa�on; Jeff Harrod, Kentucky Charolais Associa�on; Eric Dennis, Charolais Associa�on of Texas.

Chairman Frank Ellis Jr. called the mee�ng to order. Six states were represented. Reviewed the March 22, 2022 Commi�ee Minutes. Minutes were approved as presented.

Action Taken

1. Frank Ellis Jr. reviewed activity reports submitted by four affiliate associations. Discussion followed.

2. David Hobbs reviewed AICA staff involvement with affiliates. An updated affiliate listing will be included in the June/July 2023 Charolais Journal; the Affiliate Committee is exploring a Zoom call program for affiliates in 2023.

3. Meeting adjourned.

American Charolais Foundation (ACF) Meeting

President: Larry Ludeke

Members present: Larry Ludeke, J. Robert Tibbs, Jr., Mike Schumacher, Dr. Clint Rusk, Kaitlyn Chism.

President Larry Ludeke called the mee�ng to order. Roll call was taken with 5 members present. Reviewed the October 19, 2022 Commi�ee Minutes. Minutes were approved as presented.

Action Taken

1. Larry Ludeke reviewed the investments and account balances of the American Charolais Foundation.

2. Kaitlyn Chism provided an update on current and future projects.

3. Bob Tibbs moved to award $5,000 from Youth & Education to the AIJCF or its scholarship recipients. Chism seconded. MOTION CARRIED.

4. Meeting adjourned

Advertising/Marketing

Chairman: Michael Sturgess

Members present: Michael Sturgess, J. Robert Tibbs Jr., Donnie Leddy, Eric Dennis, Chad Zehnder (sub), Jim Husz (sub), Tyler Davis (sub), Troy Bertsche, Jeff Harrod (sub), Frank Ellis, Jr., Kyle Reaves (sub), Dan Eversole (sub).

Chairman Michael Sturgess called the mee�ng to order. Roll call was taken with 12 members present. Reviewed the October 19, 2022 Commi�ee Minutes. Minutes were approved as presented.

Action Taken

Meeting #1

1. Advertising campaign presentations

Donnie Leddy, Vice Chairman

Frank Ellis Jr., Chairman

Michael Sturgess, Chariman

Larry Ludeke, Chairman

from two companies: Rhycom, Rick Rhyner; Livestock Launch, Brett Spader.

Meeting #2

1. Advertising campaign presentation from AdFarm, Les Kahl.

2. Chad Zehnder moved to proceed with Brett Spader on the AICA advertising campaign. Tyler Davis seconded. Discussion followed. MOTION CARRIED.

3. Donnie Leddy moved to allocate for the rest of 2023 up to $50,000 for the AICA advertising campaign. Troy Bertsche seconded. MOTION CARRIED.

4. Meeting adjourned.

AIJCF Board of Trustees

Chairman: Larry Lehman

Members present: Larry Lehman, Jim Husz (sub), Dr. Clint Rusk, Kaitlyn Chism

Chariman Larry Lehman called the mee�ng to order. Roll call was taken with 4 members present. Reviewed the March 22, 2022 Commi�ee Minutes. Minutes were approved as presented.

Action Taken

1. Chairman Larry Lehman provided a review of AIJCF financials. As of December 31, 2022, the AIJCF funds total $708,772.64. The total available amount for 2023-24 scholarships is $27,269.27.

2. Kaitlyn Chism moved to approve $4,211.26, the interest from the Raymond Hicks Junior National Endowment, for the 2023 Junior National Leadership Conference activities. Dr. Clint Rusk seconded. MOTION CARRIED.

3. Chism moved to recommend Larry Lehman to serve as an AIJCF Board of Trustee 3-year term. Jim Husz seconded. MOTION CARRIED.

4. Meeting adjourned.

Breed Improvement Committee

Chairman: Rex Ricke�s

Members present: Rex Ricke�s, Dan Eversole, Bob Wagner, Donnie Leddy,

Joe Epperly, Michael Sturgess, Eric Dennis, Tom Cannon, Jim Husz, Tyler Davis, Ron Nord, Jeff Harrod, Frank Ellis, Jr., Kyle Reeves, John Dellinger.

Chairman Rex Ricke�s called the mee�ng to order. Roll call was taken with 15 members present. Reviewed the October 19, 2022 Commi�ee Minutes. Minutes were approved as presented.

Actions Taken

1. Donnie Leddy moved to approve the agenda. Dan Eversole seconded. MOTION CARRIED.

2. Will Fiske, Neogen, gave an update on the Commercial Platform on 2000 Genotypes.

3. Maggie Smithee gave an update on AICA software additions.

4. Kelli Retallick gave NCE Update.

5. Joe Epperly moved to not run interim EPDs on animals with Genomic EPDs. Frank Ellis Jr. seconded. MOTION CARRIED.

6. Bob Wagner moved to remove the capping of ratios on all phenotypic data. Epperly seconded. MOTION CARRIED. Retallick will assist AICA staff in identifying anomalies in data submission.

7. Retallick gave AICA/CCA joint run update.

8. Smithee discussed Bovine Progressive Ataxia (BPA), reporting that all but 14 of the top 100 AI sires have been BPA tested to date. The number of BPA and Genotypes tests conducted in the last two years was provided.

9. Epperly moved that AICA Breed Improvement Committee recommend that the AICA Board of Directors suspend the requirement of having 21 day intervals between breeding for the transfer of exposed females subject to and with knowledge of the buyer that the progeny of exposed, transferred females will require a genotype for sire verification to register the animal. (rules and regulations refer to VIII.M.) Leddy seconded. MOTION CARRIED.

10. Leddy moved to have AGI and the AICA staff evaluate TSI for the September NCE run. Wagner

seconded. MOTION CARRIED.

11. Meeting adjourned.

Charolais Publications, Inc.

President: Dr. Clint Rusk

Members present: Dr. Clint Rusk, Eddy Loggains, Michael Sturgess, Donnie Leddy, David Hubert, Mike Schumacher

President Dr. Clint Rusk called the mee�ng to order. Roll call was taken with 6 members present.

Action Taken

1. Dr. Clint Rusk reviewed the Charolais Publications, Inc. 2023 budget.

2. David Hobbs updated the committee on publication activity. Discussion followed.

3. Meeting adjourned.

Commercial Committee

Chairman: Dennis Metzger

Members present: Dennis Metzger, Cheryl Lux, Lane Grau, Bryce Lindskov, Mitch Thomas, Jason Li�leton, Chad Zehnder, Jim Husz (sub), Eddie Loggains (sub), Sharlene Bullard, Jeff Harrod(sub), Frank Ellis (sub).

Chairman Dennis Metzger called the mee�ng to order. Roll call was taken with 12 members present. Reviewed the October 20, 2022 Commi�ee Minutes. Minutes were approved as presented.

Action Taken

1. Dr. Clint Rusk gave an update on the Genetic Merit Pricing (GMP) Task Force.

2. Rusk gave an update from the Task Force working to increase consumer demand for Charolais-Influenced beef.

3. Bryce Lindskov moved to direct the AICA Executive Vice President to promote and market Charolais product at the retail and consumer level and budget accordingly the cost of such promotion and marketing.

Rex Ricketts, Chairman

Larry Lehman, Chairman

Dr. Clint Rusk, President

Dennis Metzger, Chairman

And further, it is the recommendation of the committee that the Executive Vice President retain a staff member dedicated to this task. Jim Husz seconded. Discussion followed. MOTION CARRIED.

4. Meeting Adjourned.

Executive Committee

President: Eddy Loggains

Members present: Eddy Loggains, Michael Sturgess, Donnie Leddy, David Hubert, Michael Schumacher, Dr. Clint Rusk

President Eddy Loggains called the mee�ng to order. Roll call was taken with 6 members present. Reviewed the October 20, 2022 Commi�ee Minutes. Minutes were approved as presented.

Action Taken

1. Michael Sturgess moved to move item #4 on agenda to the end and add Neogen Pricing. Donnie Leddy seconded. MOTION CARRIED.

2. Mike Schumacher moved to hire Colt Keffer, CK Sales & Marketing as sale manager for 45th National Sale in Denver, Co, January 2024. David Hubert seconded. MOTION CARRIED.

3. Schumacher moved to have the fall 2023 meeting in Louisville, Ky., November 11th and 12th. Hubert seconded. MOTION DENIED.

4. Hubert moved to have fall meetings in Louisville, Ky., November 12th and 13th. Leddy seconded. MOTION CARRIED.

5. Leddy moved to forego Neogen storing AICA samples and dispose of them after 12 months. Schumacher seconded. MOTION CARRIED.

6. Hubert moved to charge $40 for 100K (TSU, blood, and semen) and $5 for BPA. Schumacher seconded. MOTION CARRIED.

7. Sturgess moved to go into Executive Session. Leddy seconded. MOTION CARRIED.

8. Meeting adjourned.

Finance Committee

Chairman: Larry Ludeke

Members present: Larry Ludeke, David Hubert, Cheryl Lux, Bob Wagner, Donnie Leddy, Michael Sturgess, Jason Li�leton, Bre� Terhaar (sub), Bill No�ke (sub), Tyler Davis, Troy Bertsche, Chad Bradford (sub), James M. McDonald, Jr. (sub), Rob Farmer (sub), Mike Schumacher.

Chairman Larry Ludeke called the mee�ng to order.

Roll call was taken with 15 members present. October 20, 2022 Commi�ee Minutes were reviewed. Minutes were approved as presented.

Action Taken

1. Commerce Bank representatives gave an update on investments.

2. Dennis Metzger read a motion from the Commercial Committee Meeting to move forward to promote marketing.

3. Mike Schumacher moved to amend the budget by $125,000 for a new commercial marketing employee for 2023. Bob Wagner seconded. MOTION CARRIED.

4. Donnie Leddy move to increase the CPI advertising budget to $520,000 for 2023. Tyler Davis seconded. MOTION CARRIED.

5. Michael Sturgess moved to accept the CPI Budget for 2023. Frank Ellis Jr. seconded. MOTION CARRIED.

6. Motion made by Sturgess to amend the 2023 AICA budget with the changes presented by the AICA Controller to the committee, resulting in a negative budget of $163,000. David Hubert seconded. MOTION CARRIED.

7. Sturgess moved to add the line item to the budget reflecting the move of $163,000 from the operating account to the general checking account. Chad Zehnder seconded. MOTION CARRIED.

8. Meeting adjourned.

Junior Council Committee

Chairman: Larry Lehman

Members present: Larry Lehman, David Clark, Jason Li�leton, Linda Hickam, Ben Hayden.

Chairman Larry Lehman called the mee�ng to order. Roll call was taken with 5 members present. Reviewed the October 20, 2022 Minutes. Minutes were approved as presented.

Action Taken

1. Kaitlyn Chism provided the 2023 Junior National Show & Leadership Conference update. Minnesota/ Wisconsin, Iowa and Illinois junior associations are hosting July 2-7, 2023 in Saint Paul, Minnesota.

2. Chism provided the 2024 Junior National Show & Leadership Conference update. The Texas Junior Charolais Association will be hosting in Belton, Texas, June 23-28, 2024.

3. Chism shared states that are exploring hosting in 2025.

4. Chism provided an update on the 2023 VitaFerm CharFocus Youth Leadership Conference, July 31-August 3 in Oklahoma.

5. Meeting adjourned.

Long-Range Planning Committee

Chairman: Larry Ludeke

Members present: Eddy Loggains, Dr. Clint Rusk, Michael Sturgess, Jim Husz, Mike Schumacher, Larry Ludeke

Chairman Larry Ludeke called the mee�ng to order. Roll call was taken with 6 members present. Reviewed the October 20, 2022 Minutes. Minutes were approved as presented.

Action Taken

1. Eddy Loggains moved for the chairman to review the Operational and Long Range Plans in detail and report back to the committee with recommendations on a Zoom call. Michael Sturgess seconded. MOTION CARRIED.

2. Michael Sturgess moved to nominate Chad Zehnder as a Board Member representative and Larry Lehman as a member at large. Jim Husz seconded. MOTION CARRIED.

3. Meeting adjourned.

Rules & Ethics Committee

Chairman: Troy Bertsche Troy

Bertsche, Chairman

Eddy Loggains, President

GET TO KNOW YOUR DIRECTOR!

Shade Bunker

Charolais breed is truly a family breed, and that is why I love it and have dedicated so much of my life to making it better. With junior national week being over the Fourth of July, it was very easy for the planning committee to settle on the patriotic theme: “The Char Spangled Banner.” This theme seems absolutely perfect to me because it combines two of my favorite things: Charolais cattle and The Fourth of July!

AMERICAN-INTERNATIONAL JUNIOR CHAROLAIS ASSOCIATION

Officers

President Devon Benes Valparaiso, NE (402) 499-3429 devben@hotmail.com

Vice President Weston Schrader Wells, KS (785) 488-6390 weston.schrader@gmail.com

Secretary Shade Bunker Sparta, WI (608) 855-0270 shadebunker1@gmail.com

Treasurer Mattie Harward Richfield, NC (704) 463-5828

mattieann8@gmail.com

Ex-Officio Molly Smith Lockhart, TX (512) 995-6263

mollysloan@hotmail.com

Directors By Area

Director,

Hi everyone! My name is Shade Bunker, and I am your Area 7 Director and Junior Board Secretary. I was born and raised in Sparta, Wis., where my family owns and operates J&A Charolais. I just completed my freshman year at Iowa State University, majoring in Agricultural Business with a minor in Animal Science. I am so excited to have you all travel to the Northland to have a great week of celebrating Charolais cattle and highlighting our outstanding junior members this July!

While being on the Charolais Junior Board and my family being heavily involved with the Junior National planning committee, one could imagine that my life has been all about Junior National preparation for quite a while now. From fundraising, to running contests, and planning activities, it seems that the to-do list for the event is never ending. All of that aside, I cannot wait to share all of our hard work with you at the 2023 Charolais Junior National “The Char Spangled Banner.” Get excited for a week full of all the usual fun activities, plus a few new ones including a brand new kickball tournament, an inspiring talk from Survivor contestant - Holly Hoffman, a visit to the University of Minnesota’s Meat Lab, and the Raptor Center!

When I sat down to write this, all I could think about was how grateful I am for the opportunity to be a part of this great breed organization and have the honor of serving you all on the junior board. The

As we all know, the Fourth of July marks the day that the United States officially became its own nation. Every year millions of Americans across the nation get together to celebrate and say “Happy Birthday America!” Whether you celebrate by grilling out, spending the day on a lake, or watching fireworks, the Fourth of July holiday brings people together. Even more so this year, because during the holiday Charolais juniors from all over America will come together to celebrate both our country’s birthday and our special breed of Charolais cattle. The Fourth of July is my absolute favorite holiday, and I cannot wait to spend it with my ever growing Charolais family!

Area 1 Maddy Rohr Elbert, CO (720) 467-3302 maddy23@ksu.edu

Area 2

Dillon Borg Concord, NE (402) 369-2676 dborg802@gmail.com

Area 3

Weston Schrader Wells, KS (785) 488-6390 weston.schrader@gmail.com

Area 4

Jaycee Littleton Simms, TX (903) 701-2129 jayceelittleton02@gmail.com

Area 5

Carter Hoge Good Hope, IL (309) 255-4131 hogekatie@gmail.com

Area 6

Area 7 Shade Bunker Sparta, WI (608) 855-0270

shadebunker1@gmail.com

Area 8

Mattie Harward Richfield, NC (704) 463-5828 mattieann8@gmail.com

At Large

Austin Alexander Bremen, AL (256) 287-1166 austin.alexander.2022@gmail.com

At Large

Nissa Olsen Manhattan, KS (785) 313-2975 nco.charolais@gmail.com

At Large

Ethan Shoemake Warner, OK (918) 424-8703 ethan.shoemake2004@gmail.com

At Large

Lucas Crutcher Fair Grove, MO (417) 766-3278 crutcherlucas@gmail.com

Jenna Tlach Prole, IA (515) 393-0841 jntlach@gmail.com

C o m m i t t e e C h a i r m e n

Fundraising

Mattie Harward Programs & Activities

Weston Schrader

Membership Shade Bunker Junior National Devon Benes

A I J C A M e m b e r s h i p

Membership in the nationwide American-International Junior Charolais Association (AIJCA) is open to anyone 21 years of age and under as of January 1 of the present year. The initial membership fee is $30 and $25 annual dues thereafter.

As all of our Charolais juniors and their families make their final preparations for traveling northward to St Paul, I hope you all have a safe and blessed trip! I cannot wait to see you all in the northland to celebrate the birthday of the greatest nation in the world! Even if you are not making the upcoming drive to Minnesota, all of the Charolais breeders across the nation will still be celebrating this great day together. The American International Charolais Association is possible because of the freedoms we are granted in this country, and that is truly something for all of us to celebrate together this and every July!

With that I want to again wish you all safe travels across our great nation as we meet together in Minnesota for my favorite week of the year. I know it’s going to be an unforgettable week and I cannot wait to see you all! It truly will be an honor to spend my favorite holiday with my Charolais family, and I wouldn’t have it any other way!

Shade Bunker

Area 7 and Junior Board Secretary

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“ AS ALL OF OUR CHAROLAIS JUNIORS AND THEIR FAMILIES MAKE THEIR FINAL PREPARATIONS FOR TRAVELING NORTHWARD TO ST PAUL, I HOPE YOU ALL HAVE A SAFE AND BLESSED TRIP!

HERD SIRES - LIMITED SEMEN INTRODUCING

Fall Bull Sale

July 31–August 3, 2023

For Ages 14 to 21

SCHEDULE HIGHLIGHTS

Monday, July 31, 2023

3-4 PM Conference Registration in Stillwater, Oklahoma

Kick-Off at Oklahoma State University

Tuesday, August 1, 2023

Oklahoma Capitol Tour Express Ranches, Yukon, Oklahoma

Leadership Training with Rhett Laubach

National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum

Wednesday, August 2, 2023

Oklahoma State University Breakouts

Breeding & Selection, Meat Taste Panel

Industry Tour stop in Tulsa

Fox Hollow Farms, Hulbert, Oklahoma

Thursday, August 3, 2023

Closing Session

9:30 AM Departures begin from Stillwater, Oklahoma

MEMBER FEE: $250 Includes all expenses except travel to Conference

NON-MEMBER FEE: $300

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: JULY 10, 2023

Registration Fee includes event t-shirt, goodie bag, lodging at hotel, meals and travel during the conference.

Airline travel should be booked into Oklahoma City – Will Rogers World Airport (OKC) or Stillwater Regional Airport (SWO). Complimentary shuttle service from Oklahoma City to Stillwater will be arranged prior to registration.

Registration forms and complete schedule online at www.CharolaisUSA.com!

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P YING IT FORWARD TO THE FUTURE: A

Glimpse of Charolais in East Tennessee

By Leann Little Turner, Telford, TN

It was a sweltering August day at the 2015 Greene County Fair in Greeneville, Tenn. when I first met Silas Maxwell. My FFA members had two commercial heifers there, and I had outfitted the show team in dark gray polo shirts, sporting a white show calf insignia.

We were not even showing anything of Charolais influence, but white was the color that stood out best on the polos. It was enough to catch Mr. Maxwell’s attention, and I thank God for the friendship that began that day.

Moving forward to 2016, the Daniel Boone FFA Show Team was exhibiting 10 head for an Angus breeder. Then in 2017, we showed a combination of Angus and commercial calves. Additionally, a few of my students had begun showing Charolais for Silas, and I assisted them in getting their animals ready at shows.

Finally, in 2018, Silas’s persuasion got to me. He called and asked for us

to show a cow/calf pair at Tennessee Beef Agribition. Unexpectedly, we won Grand Champion in the sale show, which thrilled Silas who was at home recovering from a knee replacement. That was likely the beginning of my addiction to the Charolais breed, and I cannot be thankful enough for that moment in time! It was in 2018 that I also attended my first Charolais Junior Nationals in Des Moines, Iowa with the Weiberg family. From that time forward, there have always been Charolais cattle on the farm at Daniel Boone High School.

In the years to come, we also started working with Mike Davis and Kyle

Reaves. All three of these wonderful gentlemen provided cattle and paid for feed, hay, and veterinary care. That allowed me to simply focus on the kids and cattle. I cannot begin to explain how much these cattle and this relationship changed the lives of these youth.

One of the most dramatic changes I was honored to witness was for Gracie Weiberg. Gracie and two more of my students began showing for Silas before we began keeping any of his cattle at Daniel Boone, and I partially have Gracie to thank for bringing us into the Charolais fold. I saw her transition from a timid, unsure girl to

a confident, well-spoken young lady. Not only did she find success with Charolais in the show ring, she served as an AIJCA Junior Board member, and is now flourishing as a veterinary technician at Mountain Empire Large Animal Clinic.

“I have learned what hard work and compassion can get you,” said Weiberg when asked about her experience in knowing and working with Silas. “Also, when you put God first in life, everything will work out, maybe not as we have planned, but as He has planned.”

As I asked Silas Maxwell, Kyle Reaves, and Mike Davis for their input when writing this article, a very noticeable trend emerged in each of their stories. Each one had encouragement and support from someone else when getting started with Charolais, and they all three felt compelled to do the same for others.

and Silas had a lot to do with that. Currently, two out of the five heifers there belong to him. One is a September 2022 homegrown result of his ET program, Welcome Grove Bell ET. He has also supplied cattle to the Holston United Methodist Home for Children in order to help distressed youth.

Each one had encouragement and support from someone else when getting started with Charolais, and they all three felt compelled to do the same for others.

“Dr. Richard Clark called a meeting and I showed up. That day I became one of the charter members of the Tennessee Charolais Association,” said Silas, who first joined the AICA in 1973. “Dr. Clark was always an encouragement to the whole group.”

Once established in the Charolais breed, Silas wanted to share his love for these wonderful white cattle with others. As a past member of FFA and 4-H, he especially wanted to help these groups. Silas’s son, Scott, was one of the first to show his cattle and to this day continues to help Silas maintain his herd and farm.

Later on, he had Alesha Ridley and Lakesha Graham (then Alesha and Lakesha Kite) show his cattle in addition to some of their own Charolais. Now all of the cattle at Daniel Boone High School are registered Charolais,

When asked what he sees Charolais cattle do for young people, he said, “Oh, they mature! They start out as kids, sorta shy. They just develop. Instead of kids, they have become adults and think like adults. It keeps them out of trouble, and they are with the right friends instead of the wrong friends. They learn to love the cattle, take an interest in them and just grow from the whole process. There is a big difference in doing something because you love to do it and because you have to do it.” (Mr. Maxwell will turn 91 this summer, and still has a mind sharper than mine will ever be!)

Mike Davis also received inspiration from Dr. Clark when starting in the Charolais business. He had grown up with Herefords, but was in awe of the Charolais herd owned by the uncle of his wife, Libby.

“I saw them and immediately knew that is what I wanted,” said Davis, who began his herd in 1995 by getting one to two cows at a time from Dr. Clark. “He was a mentor to me the whole time and helped me a whole bunch.” He was also part of his inspiration for getting young people involved with Charolais. “We are blessed to raise good cattle. I may not have high dollar cattle, but I really love them. I am happy to help kids get started, especially when they cannot afford cattle of their own. I love the breed. I have always been a Charolais person since

Top Left Hand Page Picture: Current and Former Daniel Boone FFA Members Who Have Shown for Silas Maxwell

L-R: Garrett Trivette, Hannah Brown, Ellen Black, Silas Maxwell, Eliza Weiberg, GracieWeiberg, and Rebecca Tipton.

Picture 1: Jordan Shelton with Welcome Grove Bell ET, bred by Silas Maxwell

Picture 2: Rebecca Tipton with Reaves Barbara Jo Resource 820, bred by Kyle Reaves

Picture 3: Gracie Weiberg sharing her Charolais with Washington County, TN Chamber of Commerce Ag Committee Members

Picture 4: Rebecca Tipton with Reaves Barbara Jo Resource 820, bred by Kyle Reaves

Picture 5: Logan Parmer with Grand Champion Charolais at the 2016 TN State Charolais Showat the Wilson County Fair, bred by Silas Maxwell

I got my own cattle. I have never changed, even when the markets have changed.”

Rieley Peacock, one of my students, currently shows a wonderful fall yearling heifer, OHF Lady A302 for Davis Charolais. Together, they have collected several banners in shows throughout Tennessee.

Kyle Reaves got his start in the Charolais breed from Bill and Don Oliver of Billydon Farms in 1985. “I have always preferred Charolais over any other breed,” said Reaves, who first started supplying cattle for kids to show at the urging of Silas Maxwell. The first ones he offered were an impressive set of ET daughters of M6 Cool Germaine 1145. Those heifers performed well in the show ring, the most notable of which was Division Champion at the Tennessee State Fair. Kyle also supplied our first National Charolais Show class winner, Reaves Barbara Jo Resource 820, with student Rebecca Tipton at the halter.

With all of these positive happenings, there is still concern for the future of the Charolais breed in Tennessee. Nevertheless, I have faith in the committed Charolais breeders in our state to pass down the passion to a new generation of Charolais enthusiasts. For as long as I am alive, I plan to pass down the legacy of love for Charolais cattle to young people. Kyle Reaves and Silas Maxwell set me up to become a breeder and helped me start out with good quality stock. Now I feel as if I owe it to them to stay loyal to Charolais. Reaves, Maxwell, Davis and many other devoted Charolais breeders in Tennessee all want to see a brighter future for the breed in our state, and will continue to do what it takes to help it grow. Silas had this to say, “We need to work on increasing the number of small breeders in our area. The youth HAVE to be part of the answer. Not all kids who show will become Charolais breeders, but a few will and that’s why we have to keep trying.”

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Picture 6: Gracie Weiberg exhibiting a heifer at Charolais Junior Nationals in Ft. Worth Texas in 2019

Picture 7: Grace Carroll, Rebecca Tipton, and Gracie Weiberg with heifers on the Daniel Boone High School farm

PICTURE 6

PICTURE 7

As we make our way back into the breed, we have found females worthy of the task. We are excited for the influence of these females as they join our herd. Their proven genetics combined with other breed standouts is certain to result in progeny to get excited about.

our First Round Draft Pics

FH MS BELL 1082 P

S: M6 Bells & Whistles 258 P

D: MCR Ms New Standard 1325 P

SOUTHERN MISS GERMAINE 6213

S: LT Ledger 0332

D: Faraway Mary 106X

FH MS 127 ZSA ZSA 2012 P

S: EC Real Deal 127 PLD

D: FH Ms Kaylynn 743P

FH MS FARGO 0063 PLD

S: RBM Fargo Y111

D: MCR Ms Stout & Proud 1353 P

Top 1% for: WWT, YWT, SC, CW, REA, TSI

Top 4% for: MARB

TSI: 303.97

Top 1% For: CW Top 2% For: WWT

Top 4% For: YWT Top 8% For: TSI

TSI: 274.71

High-Selling Lots from our 2023 Production Sale -

$9,500 - Yearling Bull. JBARW Mr Night Ranger 2302, 1-3-22, by WC Monumental 5524 P. To Scott Ziebart, Plankinton, S.D.

$6,750 – Yearling Bull. JBARW Mr Monumental 2310, 1-19-22, by WC Monumental 5524 P. To Joe Garcia Donalsonville, G.A. and Matt Powers, Marshallville, G.A.

$6,500 – Yearling Bull. JBARW Mr Silver Gun 2312 ET, 2-8-22, by WCF Mr Silver Gun 467. To Sandmeier Charolais, Bowdle, S.D.

$6,500 – Yearling Bull. JBARW Mr Silver Gun 2322, 3-8-22, by WCF Mr Silver Gun 0304 ET. To Chad Gibson, Donalsonville, G.A.

Please contact the ranch for genetic opportunities. We look forward to displaying our next live offering for appraisal on March 18, 2024.

WCF MR SILVER GUN 467 AICA M847860

WC MONUMENTAL 5524 P AICA M882446

M6 Ms New Jewel 0155 Pld

Selling full interest in #0155 that started one of the most successful cow families for M6 and the breed. She ranks in the top 6% for WW, 2% for YW, 5% for REA & 1% for TSI! She is the dam of Ms Jewel 428 and Ms Sun Jewel 5117. Selling a pregnant recip carrying a Heifer calf sired by Mayfield due in December, a bred heifer granddaughter by LT Authority out of 428 and also 9 embryos out of LT Sundance (full sibs to Sun Jewel 5117), LT Atlas & M6 Cool Rep (full sibs to Jewel 428).

FEMALE SALE ALL STAR

BRCHE TR Dory 6501

A one-quarter embryo interest in her topped the 2022 WIA Sale at �20,000 selling to Serhienko Cattle in Canada. She was a National Reserve Champion and the 2017-18 AICA Show Heifer of the Year. She is the dam of the popular National Champion Bull WIA Backwater Jack 060 whose progeny are captivating the breed! We will be selling an outstanding fouryear-old daughter WIA Ms Diablo Dory G71 P due to calve this fall to the poweful Jehu son Artic Wolf.

M6 Ms Sun Jewel 5117 P ET

She topped the 2021 WIA sale when one-half interest sold for �23,000 to Ankony Farms. She ranks in the top 1% of the breed for WW, YW, REA & TSI! Her daughter WIA Ms Jewel 121 sold for an undisclosed price before the 2023 Denver Show where she was the Grand Champion Female. Selling three ET January, 2023 born daughters sired by Monticello and Jehu.

CAG GARW Ms Fire y 680D ET

She sold the 2022 WIA sale when she commanded �22,000 from Jim Sladek in Iowa, as a bred cow. Her yearling open heifer daughter sold in the same WIA sale last year for �15,000 going to Holloway Charolais in Kansas. Firefly is a past Grand Champion Female in Kansas City and Denver. WIA & Sladek will be selling a guaranteed successful flush, an ET March 2023 daughter sired by LT Atlas 0251 Pld and three frozen embryos sired by Mayfield.

FTJ LTRB905 LTBV Shandy 1527

The dam of the breed wide hot sire FTJ Monticello 1806! She sold in the last National Sale for �36,000 to Tom Greco’s Aristo Farms in Kansas. Wild Indian Acres and Cannon Charolais Ranch will offer the #2 highest ranked TSI female in the entire breed! CCR-WIA Ms Shandy 2109 P, born 9-9-22 is sired by JMAR Benaiah 1E66. This unbelievable numbered up female ranks in the top 1% of the breed for WW, YW, MCE, MTL, CW & TSI. She also ranks in the top 2% for REA and top 6% for MARB. Want to try and put that together.

WR Duchess Z610

Wild Indian Acres added this tremendous donor to the program this past January out of the National Charolais Sale from Wagonhammer Ranches. She was one of the most prolific donors in that herd with 24 registered progeny. Her son, WR Relief J4604, sired by Redemption topped the WR bull sale at �17,000 selling to Boyert Show Cattle in Ohio. Many other previous progeny have also rung the bell for Wagonhammer. Selling will be one guaranteed successful flush.

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BW: 74 • YW: 1,301

Calving-ease deluxe, he ranks in the top 10% for BW and top 5% for CE. This dude is a total outcross to most popular red genetics that have crossed the border from Canada. His first calves came easy, have plenty of vigor and show a lot of promise. This could be the herd bull that provides low birth coupled with true performance.

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Semen $50 per unit. No signing fee.

TRI-N BOB DYLAN 201K

JACK Foundation X Tri-N Captain Morgan

BW: 90 • AWW: 728 • AYW: 1,444

UREA: 16.64 • UIMF: 3.80

Homo Polled

Non-Diluter • PAF

Wanted Man

White or red, he is a “Wanted Man” because he checks all the boxes—performance, carcass and look. Even though he hails from Canada, this powerhouse traces to well known U.S. genetics from the famed Michaelis Ranch and the Germaine line. Change or something different is always a good thing.

Semen Syndicates Available.

Contact Mitchell Management for details.

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(405) 246-6324

e-mail: ccmosu@msn.com

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Brush Mitchell: 815.238.4083

• Tim Peterson: 417.988.3388

• Jacob Mitchell: 417.259.6377

Dear Cattlemen,

Looking back on 60 years of the Missouri Charolais Breeders Association, it is evident of the quality of Charolais cattle Missouri has produced and continues to produce throughout the state. Whether it is bull sales or female sales, MCBA members continue to host a variety of successful sales across the state, with three of the breed’s Top 10 Female Sales taking place right here in Missouri. If you are interested in the genetics Missouri Charolais herds have developed, please reach out to any of our breeders!

Looking back on the successes of 2022, Missouri sponsored the 2022 Royal Collection Sale which ranked #3 for Overall Sale Average in the nation. The Royal Collection Sale was hosted by Missouri breeders in conjunction with the 54th National Charolais Show at the 2022 American Royal, where ninety-nine exhibitors from 20 states exhibited. Missouri breeders bred or owned the National Grand Champion Bull, the Reserve National Grand Champion Female and eight additional Division Champions and Class Winners. The MCBA Royal Breeders Bull Classic also takes place at the American Royal with 23 Classic Club members from 8 States. Missouri is also home to the nation’s largest Class A ROE show for the 2022-23 show season at the Missouri State Fair that happens annually in August.

While shows and sales are important, Missouri is a leader in the production of Charolais cattle. 10 Missouri Breeders rank in the breed’s Top 100 for Female Enrollments for 2022, with the state ranking #5 for Enrolled Females with 5,529 head. Missouri breeders are proud to be #2 for Active Adult and Junior Members.

The last 60 years of Missouri Charolais have been packed with great genetic advancement and highly involved members, only leading us to believe the next 60 will be even better. We are happy to present valuable, high-quality cattle that can work in purebred and commercial cattle herds. Adding Missouri Charolais genetics will help make your operation more profitable and add high performance genetics that will show an impact for years to come.

Sincerely,

Bruce Bradley MCBA President

Alsup, Denver

18 Alsup Lane

Fair Grove, MO

(417) 345-7794

Aschermann, Larry & Peggy

Aschermann Charolais

734 Belle Air Place

Carthage, MO 64836

hayhook@gmail.com

(417) 358-7879 / (417) 793-2855

Bartholomew, Kerry & Todd

Long Branch Ranch

20704 Village Ave

Mendon, MO 64660

(660) 676-2173 (Karen)

(660) 654-5864 (Todd)

Bauman, John & Chance

Bauman Show Cattle

20161 Lawrence 2180

Aurora, MO 65605

(307) 630-0336

Bonacker, David & Annette

Windy Hill Charolais

6975 Cedar Hill Rd.

Cedar Hill, MO 63016

bonakrfam@sbcglobal.net

(314) 974-5230 (David)

(314) 974-0551 (Annette)

Bonacker, Daniel & Rachael

7130 Burgess Ford Road

Cedar Hill, MO 63016

dbonacker@outlook.com

(314) 974-5239 (Daniel)

(314) 974-3341 (Rachael)

Booth, Kyle & Tara

Rocky Ridge Charolais

1173 State Road AA

Fair Grove, MO 65648

(417) 830-0721

Bradley, Bruce

Bradley Cattle

PO Box 165

Marshfield, MO 65706

brucmbradley@hotmail.com

(417) 848-3457

Bricker, Jay & Linda

J & L Charolais

18631 County Road 441

Preston, MO 65732

jlcharfarms@hotmail.com

www.j&lcharolaisfarms.com

(417) 399-6758

Campbell, Scott

Campbell Charolais Farms

10983 County Road 397

Hartsburg, MO 65039

scottandjillcampbell@gmail.com

(573) 619-8387

Carr, Ryan & Ashley

Carr Cattle Company

12144 County Road 240

Webb City, MO 64870

(417) 388-0562

ryan_carr2010@hotmail.com

Cassady, Jerry & Ellen

5745 State Hwy 96

Reeds, MO 64859

(309) 212-0488

2023-24 Officers and Directors

President: Bruce Bradley

Vice President: Derek Ridder

Secretary: Judy Shaffer

Treasurer: Annette Bonacker

Past President: Chris Peuster

Cassett, Shannah

25105 State Hwy 96

Webb City, MO 64870

sdcdvm@gmail.com

(417) 827-1115

Chrislaw, Charles & Logan

Chrislaw Farms Charolais

461 State Route CC

Fayette, MO 65248

CFCharolais@Gmail.com

(660) 202-0024 (Chris)

(660) 202-0037 (Logan)

Connell & Henley

C & H Farm

4 Opie Road

Olean, MO 65064

Henley.miranda@yahoo.com

(573)680-5883

Cook, Gail, Chad & Brandon

Cook Charolais Farms

18562 Hwy +Y

Jamestown, MO 65046

cookcharolais@gmail.com

(573) 338-2560/ (573) 338-0888/

(573) 821-2478

Corman, Dan & Connie

Corman Charolais

5303 C R 2320

Pomona, MO 65789

(417) 252-1373

dan@cormancharolais.com

www.cormancharolais.com

Crutcher, Matthew & Amanda

Crutcher Cattle Company

8808 N. Gramercy Lane

Fair Grove, MO 65648

crutchercattleco@gmail.com

(417) 766-3278

Curtis, Steve & Kathy

Tiger Country Charolais

15101 Hwy D Mexico, MO 65265

(573) 721-2122 scurtis@ktis.net

scurtis2122@gmail.com

Darby, Robert

Darby Ridge

5701 E Parks Lane

Hallsville, MO 65255

(573) 442-6457

darbyridge@centurytel.net

Davis, Alan and Julie

Davis Charolais

2911 Stonehouse Road

De Soto, MO 63020

(636) 208-4509

davisallen403@gmail.com

Dicken, Curtis & Bobby

Dicken Charolais Farm

380 CR 323

Poplar Bluff, MO 63901

bjdicken96@yahoo.com

(573) 718-4796

(573) 778-7428

Dickinson, John & Missey

J&M Charolais

P.O. Box 398

Londell, MO 63060

(314) 808-5169

Directors: Brandon Cook

Jim Husz

Jeannine Doughty

Ashley Carr

AICA President: Michael Sturgess

AICA Area 8 Director: Jim Husz Refer to membership listing for contact information.

Jason Hankins

Dixon, Cheyenne & Heather

Fiddle T Cattle Company

41 NE Highway O

Trenton, MO 64653

(660) 654-1-63 – (660) 654-1549

fiddletcattle@gmail.com

Doughty, Jeannine

Big Creek Charolais

P.O. Box 523

Harrisonville, MO 64701

j_doughty21@hotmail.com

(816) 616-8838

Duepner, Kevin

Cedar Creek Cattle Company

121 Courtside Dr. Festus, MO 63028

(314) 581-5989

Dunnenbrock, Kenneth & Marilyn Giglio

Double D Charolais

10015 WE Highway C

Lowry City, MO 64763

(417) 644-1046

DDCharolais@yahoo.com

Eldred, Bill & Rosemary

Eldred Charolais

4006 S.W. Co. Road 1008

Butler, MO 64730

(660) 679-4372

Faussett, Darrell

4384 Sringcreek Road

Billings, Missouri 65610

(417) 744-2776

Fountain, David & Linda

Hickam

Fountain Charolais

14042 Hwy FF

Thompson, MO 65285

(573) 682-3470/ (573) 819-9469

Gibson, John & Family

Clear Creek Farm

18371 County Road 1210

St. James, MO 65559

johngibson@centurylink.net

(573) 265-8687 / (573)263-4259

Gillig, Ken

Gillig Genetics

21948 Lawrence 1240

Aurora, MO 65605

(417) 466-6499

kengillig649@gmail.com

Graber, Timothy

Y&M Charolais

2269 Hwy YY

Larussell, MO 64848

(417) 437-8119

Green, Marvin & Luanne

Green Plains Polled Charolais

4402 State Rt. AB

West Plains, MO 65775

Ma.log@hotmail.com

(417) 256-3232

Hale, Rick

Hale Farms

54 Hosier Lane

Louisburg, MO 65685

(417) 838-7251

Haley, Mike & Carol

Snowy River Charolais

18334 State Hwy 72

Sedgewickville, MO 63781

ch-src@showme.net

(573) 866-3231

Hankins, Jason & Pam

Hankins Farms

8802 W. Farm Road 146 Springfield, MO 65802

hankinsfarms@mowisp.net

(417) 861-2316

Haslag, Donald Sr.

Haslag Farms

2421 Hwy W

Bonnots Mill, MO 65016

Haslagad@gmail.com

(573) 897-2664/(573) 291-0348

Hobbs, Annaleigh

10018 Mackey Circle

Overland Park, KS 66212

(913) 609-0234

Hoover, Mishell

1744 CR 150

Carthage, MO 64836

(417) 850-3346

Mishell@64836.com

Husz, Jim

Chateau Cattle Company 22790 Icon Road

Maryville, MO 64468

(660) 582-9151

Jedlicka, Mike & Dale

J & S Ranch 1599 CR 334

Koshkonong, MO 65692

jsranch13@gmail.com

(417) 331-5139 / (417) 331-5140

(417) 331-1410

Johansen, David & Eileen

5J Charolais 11218 County Line Road

Syracuse, MO 65354

dave5jcharolais@gmail.com

(660) 473-2945

Johansen, Kevin & Jamie

5J Charolais 189 Mockingbird Lane

Lebanon, MO 65536 (573) 289-1061

Johnson, David 308 E Central Road

LaMar, MO 64759 (417) 682-1514

Julian, Larry & Norma

L&N Charolais 1955 Farm Road 1247

Crane, MO 65633 (417) 536-6582

normasfashions@gmail.com

Kinney, Jim & Karen

Kinney Charolais

324 NE 20th Road

Lamar, MO 64759

jlkcattle@hotmail.com

(417) 682-6103

Kisner, Mike & Sara

Wild Indian Acres

5805 Perkins Road

DeSoto, MO 63020

wildindianacres@yahoo.com

(636) 236-0306

Kleinman, Kevin & Neysa

Cork Cattle Company

3979 Lawrence 2145 Wentworth, MO 64873

cork1@wildblue.net

(417) 850-5676

Lehmann, Jerry & Michelle, Alex Sauer& Suzie Theriault

Lehmann Cattle Company

9376 SE V Highway

Lathrop, MO 64465

(860) 459-9337

Mallet, Gary RR1 Box 19 Baring, MO 63531 gmallet@marktwain.net

(660) 892-4532

Martin, Caleb

Hodges Family Farms

P.O. Box 8 Clarksburg, MO 65025 hodgesfamiyfarms2019@gmail.com

(660) 888-1958

McClure, Elliot & Leah

6/20 Ranch

12994 Hwy 97 Stotts City, MO 65756

(217) 202-3939

McElrath, Kirk

KM Charolais

P.O. Box 8 Irondale, MO 63468 kirkmcelrath@yahoo.com

(573) 760-4544

McWiliams, Lonnie

P.O. Box 73

Liberal, MO 64762

(417) 843-3875

Mead, Alan Mead Farms

21658 Quarry Lane Barnett, MO 65011

(573) 216-0210

meadangus@yahoo.com www.meadfarms.com

Mesko, Alfred

1100 Honeysuckle Lane

Rolla, MO 65401

(573) 578-3629

almesko@hotmail.com

Meyer, Eugene

Sar-Mey Charolais

1285 CR 70

Sarcoxie, MO 64862

emeyer@sarcoxie.k12.mo.us

(417) 850-4045

Mitchell, Brush & Jacob

Generation Two Charolais

10201 Tucker Drive

Mtn. Grove, MO 65711

(815) 238-4083/(417) 259-0036

(417) 926-5336

Mitchell, Bonnie & Clifford

Mitchell Management

362 Co. Rd 6800 West Plains, MO 65775

ccmosu@msn.com

(405) 246-6324

Mueller, Tim & Jeff Mueller Charolais

9051 Main St. Altenburg, MO 63732

colleenm5@hotmail.com

(573) 824-5428 / (573) 803-8052

Northwest Missouri State University

Department of Agriculture

800 University Drive

Maryville, MO 64468-6001

jhusz@nwmissouri.edu

(660) 562-1155

Nordwald, Roy & Linda

Nordwald Charolais

18326 Audrain Road 949

Mexico, MO 65265

lnordwald@socket.net

(573) 581-5247

(573) 544-5259 (Roy Cell)

Nottke, Bill

Riverdale Land & Livestock

11027 Chateau Chura

Sunset Hills, MO 63128

_bill@riverdalecorp.com

(314) 378-3255

Owings, Tad, Angela & Matthew

2877 Hwy A

Huntsville, MO 65259

(660) 998-2557

angelao1974@yahoo.com

Peace, Alan

Standard P Enterpirses, LLC

2424 SE Ranson Road

Lee’s Summitt, MO 64082 alantpeace@gmail.com

(816) 510-9327

Peterson, Steve & Sandy Peterson Farms Charolais

8767 Outer Road

Mtn. Grove, MO 65711

(417) 259-1493/(417) 926-5336

petersoncompany@centurytel.net

Peterson, Luke & Victoria

L&V Cattle Company

P.O. Box 781

Mountain Grove, MO 65711

(417) 259-0036/ (417) 849-4430

lvcattlecompany@gmail.com www.lvcattlecompany.com

Peterson, Tim & Larae

T&L Cattle

10201 Tucker Drive

Mountain Grove, MO 65711

(417) 988-3388

Plank, Curtis & Mary Ann

Zoe Charolais

1410 County Road 2110

Huntsville, MO 65259

plankfarm1@gmail.com

(660) 670-4721

Rhea, Barry & Teresa

Rhea Charolais

3565 W Farm Road 68

Springfield, MO 65803

rheacharolais@gmail.com

(417) 773-6095

Ricketts, Rex

Ricketts Charolais

14800 Tucker School Road

Hallsville, MO 65255

rickettsr@missouri.edu

(573) 808-6286

Ridder, Dale & Derek

Ridder Farms

1585 Little Bay Road

Hermann, MO 65041

ridder-farms@hotmail.com

(573) 680-4692

Rice, Larry

New Life Charolais Farm

9810 State Road AE New Bloomfield, MO 65063 (573) 590-2933

Benham19carl@gmail.com

Roth, Alex & Michaela

AMR Cattle Company

11742 Hwy A Frohna, MO 63748

(573) 275-2756 / (573) 576-5141

Schumacher, Michael & Lois

MBS Charolais

14809 Pike 139 Bowling Green, MO 63334 fdrsgrn@sbcglobal.net

(573) 470-5411

Shaffer, Doug & Judy

Shaffer Cattle Company

9668 State Hwy 96 Carthage, MO 64836 judyshaffer@aim.com

(417) 825-4067/(417) 825-4252

Simpson, Robert, Melody & Teanna

J & S Ranch

59 County Road 364 Thayer, MO 65791

(417) 331-1410

Sparks, Gordon, Kay, James & Jamie

Sparks Charolais

19125 Jones Road

LaMonte, MO 65337

fitterboy13@gmail.com

sparksl@missouri.edu

(660) 347-5520/ (660) 287-4149

Stephenson, Dennis & Gloria

Stephenson Charolais

1854 N. Route J Rocheport, MO 65279

stephencharolais@cs.com

(573) 445-3321

(573)529-9489

Stolle, Michael & Jace

Stolle Charolais

27400 Hwy M Middleton, MO 63359

Mjs8949@hotmail.com

(573) 470-3043

Stone, Jeff & Julia

488 SE 500 Road Clinton, MO 64735 stoneshowcattle@gmail.com

(660) 351-4502

Story, Austin & Courtney

8 Story Farms

29143 175th St

Altamont, MO 64620

8storyfarms@gmail.com

8storyfarms.com

(660) 663-5048

Taylor, Travis

Taylor Farms Charolais

21067 Hwy C

Lawson, MO 64062

(816) 592-3000

ttaylor@vitalix.com

Thomas, Sally & Russ

Angell Thomas Charolais

17445 MCR 817

Paris, MO 65275

(573) 682-7348

sangell@centurylink.net

www.angellthomascharolais.com

Thompson, Bob

Gast Charolais

12590 E. Osage Nation

Nevada, MO 64772

gastcattle@gmail.com

(816) 582-8363

Thompson, Lendell & Trevor

Thompson Charolais

19847 State Rt. N. St. Mary, MO 63673

thomcharolais@yahoo.com

(573) 543-2350/ (573) 535-0964

Wimsatt, Paul & Janet

Double W Charolais

22357 Highway W

Verona, MO 65769

pwimsatt@mo-net.com

(417) 737-0991

Wheatcraft, Tom, Karen & Scott

Wheatcraft Farms

1205 Sunset Hill Road

Brookfield, MO 64628

Kwheatcraft@att.net

(660) 258-2715

(660) 375-5136 (Scott)

Woehrman, Dan & Debbie

4D Charolais

12290 Hwy E. Camden Point, MO 64018

4dwoehrman@gmail.com

(816) 280-3253

Wright, Marilyn

Mona Wright & Stephen Harp

Wright Charolais

9668 Highway N

Mt. Vernon, MO 65712

cmwright@century-tel.net

(417) 466-8158

Wright, Derry & Mary

Peuster, Chris & Kelsi

Wright Charolais

42922 Old Hwy. 10 Richmond, MO 64085

dwright@wrightfarms.net

(816) 776-3512 / (816) 456-3792

(816) 529-2190 Chris

Wormington, Chad

C & B Charolais

5047 FR 2095

Purdy, MO 65734

(417)669-4986

wormington.cad@yahoo.com

2023-24 Junior Officers and Directors

Refer to membership listing for contact information.

President: Emma Hankins Vice President: Tannah Cassatt Secretary: Ryanne Crutcher Treasurer: Cody Jedlicka Reporters: Eli Dehan, Annie Stewart, Kohen Garrison & Kendall Taylor Advisors: Pam Hankins, Melody Simpson

Angell, Schylar

17445 Monroe Co. Road 817

Paris, MO 65275

(573) 682-5348

Birge, Hayden, Emily & Katie

1651 Co. Road 1013

Auxvasse, MO 65231

(573) 721-7702

Booth, Braden

1173 State Road AA

Fair Grove, MO 65648

(417) 830-0721

Braun, Bailey

1909 Osage Bend Road

Jefferson City, MO 65101

(573) 694-3263

Carrender, Abe

3120 Osage Bend Road

Jefferson City, MO 65101

(573) 680-4440

Cassett, Danny, Tannah & Zannah

25105 State Highway 96

Webb City, MO 64870

(417) 827-1115

Cook, Paige B. & Tucker

18895 Factory Creek Rd

Jamestown, MO 65046

(573) 338-0888

Crutcher, Lucas & Ryanne

8808 N. Gramercy

Fair Grove, MO 65648

(417) 766-3278

Dehan, Eli & Samuel

19125 Jones Rd.

LaMonte, MO 65337

(913) 544-6128

Dicken, Mallory

1781 CR 323

Harviell, MO 63945

(573) 778-3814

Dittmer, Abby

3119 Hwy DD

Smithton, MO 65350

(660) 596- 2408

Dixon, Justin & Tyler

41 NE Highway 0

Trenton, MO 64683

(660) 654-1063

Doerhoff, Austin, Madelyn & Henry

15304 Rt. H

Henley, MO 65040

(573) 619-5356

Dowling, Cinch

10811 N. Farm Rd 225

Fair Grove, MO 65648

(417) 496-2716

Ebert, Jackson

6225 SE Perren Road

Holt, MO 64048

(334) 654-0938

Garrison, Kaden, Kallen, & Kohen

24 Highway AC Boss, MO 65440

(573) 626-1013

jeffgooden1@gmailcom

Hankins, Emma & Jesse

8802 West Farm Rd 146

Springfield, MO 65802

(417) 861-2316

Hayes, Mason

853 E. Dade 186

Everton, MO 65646

(417) 466-8159

Hirsch, Brittany 4679 W Highway

Thayer, MO 65791

(417) 280-0061

Hoover, Caden & Jalynn

1744 CR 150

Carthage, MO 64836

(417) 758-3359 Caden

417-388-9372 Jaden

Jedlicka, Caitlin & Cody 1599 CR 335 Koshkonog, MO 65692 (417) 293-3414

Johansen, Harper 189 Mockingbird Lane

Lebanon, MO 65536 (573) 289-1061

Kisner, Cannon & Connor 5805 Perkins Road

DeSoto, MO 63020 (636) 586-2299

Kleinman, Aiden & Atley 3979 Lawrence 2145 Wentworth, MO 64873 (417) 850-5676

Mead, Juliette 21656 Quarry Lane Barnett, MO 65011 (573) 216-0210

Meyer, Emily 1285 Co. Rd 70 Sarxoxie, MO 64862 (417) 850-4045

Miller, Michaela & Scarlett Miller Show Stock 26419 M. Highway Bogard, MO 64622 (660) 329-2365

Moyer, Mackenzie 1801 Co. Rd 1910 Jacksonville, MO 65260 (573) 356-3919

Mueller, Seth

585 Redbird Lane

Altenburg, MO 63732

(573) 824-5470

Owings, Thomas

2877 Hwy A

Huntsville, MO 65259

(660) 998-2557

Patrick, Adler & Atley

3448 NW HWY N

Chilhowee, MO 64733

(573) 433-6241

Peuster, Gates

42922 Old Hwy. 10

Richmond, MO 64085

(816) 529-2190

Schoen, Gus & Oakley

5750 SE Hilltop Rd.

Holt, MO 64048

(816) 519-3199

Stone, Jackson & Jillian

488 SE 500

Clinton, MO 64735

(660) 351-2408

Stewart, Annie & Jacob

11904 Schulte Lane

St. Thomas, MO 65076

(314) 614-9586

Taylor, Clara & Kendall 178 Taylor Road

Eldon, MO 65026

(573) 434-1614

2022-2023 Missouri Charolais

2022 Junior National AIJCA Area 6 Director Lucas Crutcher

2022 Missouri State Fair A ROE Grand Female Cinch Dowling

2022 Missouri State Fair Champion 4-H Female Atley Patrick

2022 Junior National Advisor of the Year Pam Hankins

Charolais Charbray International Youth Program Visited Missouri Breeders

2022 Missouri State Fair A ROE Reserve Grand Female Kohen Garrison

2022 Missouri State Fair Champion FFA Female Emma Hankins

2022 Junior National Gold Elite Award Caitlin Jedlicka

2022 Ozark Empire Fair Supreme Champion Bull Carr Cattle Company

2022 – 2023 Missouri Junior Board of Directors

2022 AIJCA Junior National Missouri Team

2022 World Charolais Congress United Kingdom Carolyn & John Gibson

Membership Review

54th National Show 2023 Miss Charolais USA Emma Hankins

2023 National Western Reserve Pen of Heifers 5J Charolais 2022 – 2023 MCBA President Chris Peuster

54th National Show Grand Champion Bull Bradley Cattle

54th National Show Dedicatee Bill Nottke

2021 – 2023 AICA Area 8 Director Jim Husz

2023 – 2024 MCBA President Bruce Bradley

54th National Show AICA Challenge Trophy Ridder Farms

2022 North American National ROE Reserve Bull Gillig Genetics

2022 – 2023 AICA Breed Improvement Chairman Rex Ricketts

2022 Royal Breeders Bull Classic Grand Champion Bull Wild Indian Acres

2022 – 2023

AICA Show Bull of the Year Carr Cattle Company

2023 Missouri Charolais Breeders Association Honorees

Ron Geddes Romar Ranch

Pictured Center: Ron Geddes; L-R Miss Charolais USA, Emma Hankins; MCBA Presenter, David Bonacker; Marlene Geddes; Anita Geddes Vanderwert; Ethan Vanderwert

Gregg Alsup High Prairie Farms

Pictured L-R: Gregg Alsup; Presenter Jesse Bolin

2013

Stan & Mary Bonacker Windy Hill Charolais Farms Cedar Hill, MO

Tom & Karen Wheatcraft Wheatcraft Farms Brook eld, MO

MCBA Honorees 2013-2022

2014

Bob Barnard Barnard Charolais St. Joseph, MO

2015

Dick & Jeanne Fanning ousand Oaks Ranch Carthage, MO

2016

Carl Ahrens ABC Ranch Martinsburg, MO

2022

David Fountain & Dr. Linda Hickam Fountain Charolais ompson, Missouri

Rex Ricketts Ricketts Charolais Ranch Hallsville, MO

John & Bonnie Mitchell Mitchell Management Koshkonong, MO 2017

Carol Doughty Big Creek Harrisonville,Charolais MO

2018

Jack & Pat Phelps Phelps Charolais Ranch Holden, MO

2019

Frank Wesson Wesson Charolais Koshkonong, MO

2021

e Late Donnie Gast Gast Charolais Nevada, MO

Bill Nottke

Riverdale Land & Livestock Sunset Hills, MO

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FRIDAY, OCTOBER 20 | 1:30 PM

American Royal Liv tock Show Wagsta Sale Center | Kansas City, MO

Nomination Deadline: AUGUST 15

Sale Manager: JWC Marketing LLC

Wes Chism (281) 761-5952

wes@jwcmarketing.com

Sale Sponsor: Missouri Charolais Breeders Association

In

Show

Friday, October 20, 2023

American Royal Hale Arena Kansas City, Missouri

conjunction with the 54th National Charolais

Mark Your Missouri Calendar!

2023

July 20-22 — Ozark Empire Fair Gold Buckle Extravaganza, Springfield

July 28 — Ozark Empire Junior Show, Springfield

July 29 — Ozark Empire Open Show, Springfield

August 12 — Missouri State Fair 4-H & FFA Shows, Sedalia

August 13 — Missouri State Fair Class A ROE Show, Sedalia

August 24 — Wright Charolais Fall Bred Heifer Online Sale

August 25 — 5J Charolais - The Next Generation Online Sale

September 4 — 30th Annual Autumn In The Ozarks Sale, Strafford

September 16 — Wild Indian Acres & Friends Female Sale, DeSoto

October 6 – 8 — 44th Annual Ozark Farmfest, Springfield

October 7 — Bradley Cattle & Hankins Farm Fall Colors Sale, Republic

October 14 — Wild Indian Acres Fall Bull Sale, Joplin

October 20 — Royal Breeders Bull Classic, American Royal, Kansas City

October 20 — Royal Collection Charolais Sale, American Royal, Kansas City

October 21 — American Royal Junior Charolais and Percentage Heifer Show, Kansas City

October 21 — American Royal National ROE Show, Kansas City

October 21 — Angell-Thomas Charolais Bull & Female Sale, Paris

October 21 — Bradley Cattle Bull Sale, Springfield

October 28 — Mead Farms Fall Performance Tested Bull Sale, Versailles

November 4 — Wright Charolais The Fall Event Female & Bull Sale, Kearney

December 2 — Ridder Farms Family Values Female & Bull Sale, Hermann

2024

March 2 — Mead Farms Spring Performance Tested Bull Sale, Versailles

March 2 — Peterson Farms Charolais 31st Top Pick Bull Sale, Mtn. Grove

March 9 — Wright Charolais 17th Annual Bull Sale, Kearney

March 16 — Wild Indian Acres Annual Spring Bull Sale, Joplin

March 16 — Windy Hill 2nd Annual Open House, Cedar Hill

March 16 — Bradley Cattle Bull & Female Sale, Springfield

March 23 — 8 Story Farms 6th Annual Production Sale, Gallatin

April 13 — The Renaissance 32nd Anniversary Edition Sale, Strafford

April 19 — Wild Indian Acres Online Spring Female Sale

May 11 — Mead Farms Female Sale, Versailles Visit www.missouricharolais.com for updates.

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be said that dedicating time is easier when surrounded by a group of driven individuals who share a goal for success and a joint passion.

However, when business is done, comradery is essential. For Ricketts, the people played a big part in his time with the Breed Improvement committee. When speaking of those involved with the AICA and the Charolais breed, Rex says, “There are just great people, you develop friendships over time, and I can’t think of a time I was told no, everyone is always happy to do what they can to help”.

His time serving the Breed Improvement Committee has been nothing short of extraordinary as he has assisted and led many charges for evolution within the AICA and the breed. Rex has played a large role in many projects that have certainly changed

the game for not only the AICA, but Charolais breeders everywhere.

Fellow Missouri native and Charolais breeder, Jim Husz, is certainly one individual who can attest to Rex’s impact. “The influence that Rex has had on the Charolais breed is almost unmeasurable. Rex’s diligence and ambition to see the breed move forward and prosper in the beef industry has never been questioned. During his time at the helm, Rex has championed the adoption of new and innovative methods to increase the reliability and relevance of the Charolais breed’s performance programs”.

With over twenty years of service to the Breed Improvement committee, Rex had many moments that allowed him to learn more about the breed and help him grow in his position. When asked about a key takeaway from the years past, Ricketts’ explains, “Being apart of the AICA as a committee

member and Chairman gave not only me, but the rest of the committee a chance to learn about the various opportunities we have within Charolais genetics, the ability to continue learning allowed us to accomplish much together as a group”.

During his time as Breed Improvement Chairman, many pivotal improvements and tools were implemented. Jim Husz states, “… Today’s Charolais breeder has many tools to help take the guesswork out of producing quality cattle. Many of those tools were fought for and implemented by Rex”.

A major accomplishment would be the incentive for genotypes. This incentive drove the number of samples up greatly. Not only this, but another item on the list of progress made under Chairmen Ricketts would be the role he played in the implementation of the Charolais Search and Sire

His time serving the Breed Improvement Committee has been nothing short of extraordinary as he has assisted and led many charges for evolution within the AICA and the breed.

Selector in 2002. This tool has evolved to serve as a search engine option for cattlemen. It allows anyone to input parameters into the system and utilize EPD percentile rankings to find cattle that match their criteria. Rex can only describe it as the “Best one of any breed”. This tool has certainly been an influential generator of information for not only Charolais breeders, but also anyone who is looking to implement Charolais cattle to their herd anywhere.

“Dr. Rex Ricketts’ many talents served not only the Charolais family during his career, but all of agriculture. He was a joy to work with as he led the Breed Improvement Committee as it’s chair for many years. He had the ability to lead a meeting that stayed in focus, listened to everyone’s input, and brought forth sound direction.” –Robert Williams.

This passion not only guided Rex

when leading the Breed Improvement committee, but it aided many other breeds as well, especially considering his role played with the National Center of Beef Excellence (NCBE). When news broke, that Universities were going to cease running breed evaluations, many breed associations and other individuals gathered and later formed the NCBE, where Ricketts still serves on the board today. Today, the NCBE’s mission is to serve the beef industry by offering staffing, resources and software to beef breed associations, seedstock producers, commercial herds and beef industry start-ups to advance their ideas and increase their opportunity for success. Since being on the board for the NCBE, Rex has assisted in many great accomplishments of theirs throughout the years. One being his involvement with the St. Louis International Airport Livestock export project. Rex as a

part of the NCBE, were contracted to develop a new quarantine facility and a livestock export program with St. Louis airport. Since 2021, they have been shipping livestock across the world to destinations such as South America and China.

“Service empowers people to put their talents into action for good purposes” – Robert Williams. Many people go through life offering their time and service where they can or when they find the time. However, Rex Ricketts has spent most of his life dedicating his time and skills to aid the improvement of anything he became involved with. However, his devotion to the improvement of the Charolais breed has not gone unnoticed. Many generations of Charolais breeders have witnessed the impact of his headstrong passion and will be fortunate to reap the benefits for many more to come.

2022-2023

SHOW ANIMALS

Top 10 Bulls

1 CARRS MR BURNOUT 130 P ET • EM970637 • 9-5-21 150

SIRE: M&M OUTSIDER 4003 PLD DAM: RF MS MAKIN SMOKE 641

Breeder: Carr Cattle Company, Webb City, Mo.

Owners: Carr Cattle Company; Hytche Cattle, Warren, Texas.

2 BJCF CALDWELL J701 ET • EM967900 • 3-3-21 110

SIRE: BOY OUTLIER 812 ET PLD DAM: SCR MS TURBO 7003

Breeder: Bar J Livestock Inc., Liverpool, Texas

Owner: Bar J Livestock Inc.

3 GILLIG MR PEARL SNAP 152 P ET • EM957211 • 3-7-21 65

SIRE: TR MR RHINESTONE 4658B DAM: CONLEY NANCY D6

Breeder: Gillig Genetics, Webb City, Mo.

Owner: Gillig Genetics

4 DCC PUBLIC ENEMY 2215 PLD ET • EM971792 • 5-5-22 56

SIRE: M&M OUTSIDER 4003 PLD DAM: PC SMART CHIC

Breeder: Doonan Cattle Co., Caldwell, Texas

Owner: Doonan Cattle Co.

5 KNS SANCHO 0715H • M941145 • 5-25-20 50

SIRE: TR MR OUTKAST 6605D DAM: GH TR MS PERFECT STORM 6547

Breeder: Rockin’ K Cattle, Lexington, Va.

Owner: Rockin’ K Cattle

6 SVY MAYFIELD 30H • M1000000 • 3-2-20 44

(TIE)SIRE: CCC WC RESOURCE 417 P DAM: SVY MIA 424B

Breeder: Serhienko Cattle Co., Maymont, Sask.

Owners: Thomas Ranch, Harrold, S.D.; Hansen Farms, Turton, S.D.

6 TR LEGACY 1707J ET • EM960037 • 3-17-21 44

(TIE) SIRE: TR CAG CARBON COPY 7630E ET DAM: TR MS KAY 30A ET

Breeder: Thomas Ranch, Harold, S.D.

Owners: Thomas Ranch; Aces Wild Ranch, LLC, Millsap, Texas; Bradley Cattle, Marshfield, Mo.

6 SKS SUPER PUNCHER 423K • EM970701 • 4-2-22 44

(TIE)SIRE: DTR MR BRIGHTSIDE 1107G2 DAM: G4 MS MADELYN 622

Breeder: Theron Skeans, Gainesville, Texas

Owners: Theron Skeans; Carson Carter, Iola, Texas

7 MJ MR YELLOWSTONE 021 • M938982 • 3-21-20 42

(TIE)SIRE: RBM TR RHINESTONE Z38 DAM: TR HFCS MS FREIDA 8716F ET

Breeder: Hansen Farms, Turton, S.D.

Owner: Aces Wild Ranch, LLC, Millsap, Texas

7 SR SILVER BULLET 2940 P • M970015 • 3-3-22 42

(TIE)SIRE: SR SNIPER 9428 DAM: JAG GINA 400G

Breeder: Siek Ranch, Blairstown, Iowa

Owner: Siek Ranch

8 PCC BLAIR 2270K • M977664 • 3-22-22 40

(TIE) SIRE: PCC BREWITT 929G PLD ET DAM: MCKY PRISCILLA 7645

Breeder: Autumn Dietrich, Muleshoe, Texas

Owner: Prairie Cove Farm, Clive, Alta.

8 HL DIABLO’S OUTSIDER LD • M970745 • 3-10-22 40

(TIE) SIRE: MR DIABLO 118F DAM: HL DIABLO’S OUTSIDE GAL

Breeder: Kole Harris, Helper, Kan.

Owner: Kole Harris

8 F5 BUZZ 136 ET PLD • EM966748 • 10-4-21 40

(TIE)SIRE: JAB AROUND HERE BUZZ 657 PLD DAM: EC FRANKIE 888 PLD

Breeder: Audrey Field, Celina, Texas

Owners: Audrey Field; Siek Ranch, Blairstown, Iowa

8 CARRS MR IGNITE 222P • M973846 • 5-5-22 40

(TIE) SIRE: WIA-CONLEY INSIDER D9 PLD DAM: RF MS MAKIN SMOKE 641

Breeder: Carr Cattle Company, Webb City, Mo.

Owners: Carr Cattle Company; Bar J Livestock Inc., Liverpool, Texas

9 RF FULL STRUT 0223 ET • EM954700 • 10/21/2020 38

SIRE: CCC WC REDEMPTION 7143 PLD ET DAM: RF MS DUCHESS 631

Breeder: Ridder Farms, Hermann, Mo.

Owners: Ridder Farms; Silveria Bros., Firebaugh, Calif.; Full Strut Partners, Hermann, Mo

10 MJ BRIARWOOD 206 • M971881 • 2/2/2022 36

SIRE: CML RAINDANCE 996G DAM: MISS KEY LAHELA 110D

Breeder: Megan Johnson, Beaver, Okla.

Owner: Megan Johnson

Top 10 Sires

1 M&M OUTSIDER 4003 PLD • M846631 • 4-1-14 953

SIRE: LT LONG DISTANCE 9001 PLD DAM: M&MMSCARBINE1567PLD

Breeder: M&M Charolais, Perry, Okla.

Owners: Boyert Show Cattle, Seville, Ohio; Aces Wild Ranch, LLC, Millsap, Texas, Thomas Ranch, Harrold, S. D.

2 BOY OUTLIER 812 ET PLD • EM908904 • 3-1-18 875

SIRE: M&M OUTSIDER 4003 PLD DAM: TR MS BERKLY 4711B ET

Breeder: Thomas Ranch, Harrod, S.D.

Owner: Boyert Show Cattle, Seville, Ohio

3 CCC WC REDEMPTION 7143 PLD ET • EM893465 • 3-8-175 42

SIRE: CCC WC RESOURCE 417 PLD DAM: WCROLLSROYCE3177PET

Breeder: Lindsey Behrends, Fredricksburg, Texas

Owners: Steve Smith Coutry Charolais, Springdale, Ark.; Wright Charolais, Richmond, Mo.; Cody Cattle Co., Scandia, Kan.

4 TR CAG CARBON COPY 7630 ET • EM896198 • 3-4-17 193

SIRE: RBM TR RHINESTONE Z38 DAM: M&M MS CARBINE 1567 PLD

Breeder: Thomas Ranch, Harrold, S.D.

Owners: Cagney A Effling, Highmore, S.D.; Doll Charolais Ranch, New Salen, N.D.; Wilgenbusch Charolais, Halbrite, SK; Thomas Ranch

5 DTR MR BRIGHTSIDE 1107G2 • EM930125 • 5-3-17 176

SIRE: M&M OUTSIDER 4003 PLD DAM: DTR MISS TURTON B500

Breeder: Madison Fischer, Hempstead, Texas

Owners: Carson Carter, Iola, Texas; DTR Livestock, Franklin, Texas

6 CCC WC RESOURCE 417 P • M846721 • 2-17-14 139

SIRE: LT RUSHMORE 8060 PLD DAM: WC CCC BLUE GIRL 1528 P

Breeder: Wright Charolais, Richmond, Mo.

Owners: Wagner Charolais, Nunn, Colo.; Cody Cattle Co., Scandia, Kan.; Wright Charolais; Wild Indian Acres, DeSoto, Mo.; KM Charolais, Irondale, Mo.; Ridder Farms, Hermann, Mo.; Clear Creek Farms, St. James, Mo.

7 JAB AROUND HERE BUZZ 657 PLD • M890399 • 12-11-16 105

SIRE: LT RUSHMORE 8060 PLD DAM: JAB COTTON CANDY 001 PLD

Breeder: Breeze Bunker, Sparta, Wis.

Owner: Eggleston Charolais, Wessington, S. D.

8 TR CC DELIVERANCE 7974 PLD ET • EM897039 • 4-20-17 103

SIRE: M&M OUTSIDER 4003 PLD DAM: TR MS WYLIE FIRE 0761X ET

Breeder: Thomas Ranch, Harrold, S. D.

Owners: Kim Courdron Schwecke, Gibbon, Minn.; Thomas Ranch; Vaughan Family Ranch, Derby, Kan.

9 TCCS SAINT CHRISTOPHER • EM865401 • 9-9-15 88

SIRE: CML DIABLO 2X DAM: CREEK CUT GRETA 576P ET

Breeder: Polzin Cattle, Darwin, Minn.

Owners: TC Cattle Services, Ramsey, Ill.; Skeans Cattle Co., Gainesville, Texas

10 GHC DRY TOWN 8004 • EM913290 • 2-21-18 83

(TIE)SIRE: M&M OUTSIDER 4003 PLD DAM: PB LEE MISS PENNY

Breeder: Grand Hills Cattle LLC, Fort Collins, Colo.

Owners: Grand Hills Cattle LLC; Bar L, Simms, Texas

10 WIA CONLEY INSIDER D9 P • EM881298 • 4-12-16 83

(TIE) SIRE: TR PZC MR TURTON 0794 ET DAM: M&M MS CARBINE 1567 PLD

Breeder: William Conley, Sulphur, Okla.

Owners: Wild Indian Acres, DeSoto, Mo.; Dicken Charolais Farm, Poplar Bluff, Mo.; Carr Cattle Company, Webb City, Mo.

Top 10 Females

1 BOY SMOKIN MONTE 200J • EF1312179 • 3-25-21 108

SIRE: BOY OUTLIER 812 ET PLD DAM: BOY SMOKIN MONTE 7311

Breeder: Carter Hoge, Good Hope, Ill.

Owner: Carter Hoge

2 TR MS JOSIE 1957J ET • EF1309439 • 2-1-2 84

SIRE: M&M OUTSIDER 4003 PLD DAM: HF MUSTANG SALLY 904 PLD

Breeder: Thomas Ranch, Harrold, S.D.

Owner: Haxton Hoffman, Thedford, Neb.

3 BOY KELLY 238K • EF1324030 • 1-14-22 78

SIRE: BOY OUTLIER 812 ET PLD DAM: BOY SMOKIN MONTE 7311

Breeder: Boyert Show Cattle, Seville, Ohio

Owner: Sara Sullivan, Dunlap, Iowa

4 RBM DOTTIE J434 • EF1322119 • 9-21-21 72

SIRE: CCC WC REDEMPTION 7143 PLD ET DAM: TR MS DOTTIE 6703D ET

Breeder: Hudson Hansen, Turton, S.D.

Owner: Kennedy Hoffman, Thedford, Neb.

5 WIA MS JEWEL 121 P • F1307961 • 4-8-21 64

SIRE: TR CC DELIVERANCE 7974 PLD ET DAM: M6 MS SUN

JEWEL 5117 P ET

Breeder: Vaughan Family Ranch, Derby, Kan.

Owner: Abree Belcher, Blakesburg, Iowa

6 RF MS IA WIND 035 • F1292630 • 1-25-20 56

SIRE: BOY OUTLIER 812 ET PLD DAM: RF MS IA WIND 722

Breeder: Ridder Farms, Hermann, Mo.

Owner: Hayden Englert, Washington, Kan.

JBE MS KARMEN 202K • F1321173 • 2-18-22

CALF SIRE: BOY OUTLIER 812 ET PLD

Breeder: Ridder Farms, Hermann, Mo.

Owner: Hayden Englert, Washington, Kan.

7 JF BHSC CARDI BRIGHTSIDE02J • EF1308314 • 2-28-21 54

SIRE: DTR MR BRIGHTSIDE 1107G2 DAM: BHSC CARDI B 005

Breeder: Jase Fortner, Hillister, Texas

Owner: Jase Fortner

8 BRCHE CHARLAMAGNE 0513 PLD ET • EF1294701 • 4-3-20 48

SIRE: M&M OUTSIDER 4003 PLD DAM: LJR WRANGLIN PAULINE

29B PLD

Breeder: Briggston Bertsche, Onida, S.D.

Owner: Rockin’K Cattle, Lexington, Va.

KNS CHARLOTTE 2711K • F1322724 • 5-3-22

CALF SIRE: TCCS SAINT CHRISTOPHER

Breeder: Rockin’K Cattle, Lexington, Va.

Owner: Rockin’K Cattle

9 OBG MS AMERICA 2021 • F1308861 • 1-12-21 44

SIRE: OBG TC ROGER 801 DAM: OBG MS AMERICA 3705

Breeder: Oklahoma Bovine Genetics, Miami, Okla.

Owner: Justin Teets, Lost River, W. Va.

10 CCC MS SWEETHEART 1030 PLD • F1309837 • 1-3-21 41

SIRE: LT BLUE VALUE 7903 ET DAM: CCC MS SWEETHEART 9042 P ET

Breeder: Mason Runft, Scandia, Kan.

Owner: Makayla Houck, Prescott, Iowa

*Ownership indicated by AICA records, May 22, 2022

The AICA Show Animal of the Year program recognizes the top Charolais show dam, female, sire and bull and was started with the 1984-85 show season.

The program is based on accumulating points at the National Charolais Show, Regional National Shows, designated Class A Roll of Excellence Shows and Class B Roll of Excellence Shows.

Top 10 Dams

1 BOY SMOKIN MONTE 7311 • F1243378 • 5-2-13 234

SIRE: TR MR DIABLO 2742Z ET DAM: TR MS SMOKIN MONTIE 2588A

Breeder: Boyert Show Cattle, Seville, Ohio

Owners: Carter Hoge, Good Hope, Ill.; Boyert Show Cattle

2 RF MS MAKIN SMOKE 641 • F1242366 • 2-2-16 216

SIRE: SCR BRONCO 9026 DAM: RF MS MAKIN SMOKE 328 P

Breeder: Ridder Farms, Hermann, Mo.

Owner: Carr Cattle Company, Webb City, Mo.

3 SCR MS TURBO 7003 • F1066626 • 1-8-07 158

SIRE: SCR MR TURBO 4009 DAM: SCR MISS NASH 1095

Breeder: Sonderup Charolais Ranch, Fullerton, Neb.

Owners: Evelyn Gay Lawton Duhon, Sulphur, La.; Bar J Livestock Inc, Liverpool, Texas; Ridder Farms, Hermann, Mo.

4 HF MUSTANG SALLY 904 PLD • F1104171 • 3-21-09 135

SIRE: TR MR FIRE WATER 5792RET DAM: WELLS-JBJ PLATINUM

LADY 336

Breeder: Hansen Farms, Turton, S.D.

Owners: Thomas Ranch, Harrold, S.D.; Hudson Hansen, Turton, S.D.

5 TR MS DOTTIE 6703D ET • EF1223178 • 2-18-16 120

SIRE: M&M OUTSIDER 4003 PLD DAM: TR MS MONTELLA 1572Y

Breeder: Thomas Ranch, Harrold, S.D.

Owners: Bevin Bertsche, Onida, S.D.; Briggston Bertsche, Onida, S.D.; Autumn Dietrich, Muleshoe, Texas

6 BHSC CARDI B 005 • EF1252937 • 12-11-17 100

SIRE: BCA MONTI MONTANA DAM: SH MS 0383 MAMIE 8001 PLD

Breeder: Carson Carter, Iola, Texas

Owner: Jase Fortner, Hillister, Texas

7 RF MS DUCHESS 631 • F1221781 • 1-13-16 86

SIRE: MCF BOHANNON 305A DAM: RF MS DUCHESS 030 P

Breeder: Ridder Farms, Hermann, Mo.

Owner: Ridder Farms

8 CONLEY NANCY D6 • F1223148 • 1-5-16 83

SIRE: M&M OUTSIDER 4003 PLD DAM: CONLEY NANCY B1

Breeder: Connor Kisner, DeSoto, Mo.

Owner: Gillig Genetics, Webb City, Mo.

9 PC SMART CHIC • F1106067 • 12-3-08 76

SIRE: WFR SMART MONEY 3040P DAM: FREDS WYOMING

MAID 4350

Breeder: Dennis Pearson Show Cattle, Barnard, Kan.

Owner: Doonan Cattle Co., Caldwell, Texas

10 WGB LUCYS LEGACY 701 P • F1242184 • 2-2-17 75

SIRE: CCC WC RESOURCE 417 P DAM: WGB LUCY 09C P ET

Breeder: Will Blankers, London Mills, Ill.

Owners: Will Blankers; Drew Creasy, Macomb, Ill.

2022-2023

CARRS Mr Burnout 130 P ET

2022-2023

2022-2023

2022-2023

BOY Smokin Monte 7311

BOY Smokin Monte 200J

M&M OUTSIDER 4003 PLD

CHAROLAIS SPOTLIGHT

MABRY MCGUNEGILL (17), PIPESTONE, MINNESOTA

How long have you been in the Charolais breed and how did you get involved?

Mabry – I am very fortunate to have been born into the Charolais breed.

What other activities do you participate in?

Mabry – I am involved in my 4H club, my FFA Chapter, the Junior Hereford Association, and my youth church group

What is your favorite memory that you have made through Charolais cattle?

Mabry – My favorite moment with Charolais cattle is when I was fortunate to win Champion Charolais Heifer at the Minnesota State Fair in 2021.

What is your cattle operation based on? And how do you stay involved in the American International Junior Charolais Association?

Mabry – We have a cow/calf operation. I stay involved in the AIJCA by attending junior shows throughout the summer. I am very excited to have this year’s Junior National Show in my home state of Minnesota!

Who has been your role model in the Charolais breed?

Mabry – My dad has been my role model in the Charolais breed. He was the one that got me involved, and he has taught me all things that I know about this great breed!

What are your future goals?

Mabry – My future goals are to at some point have my own herd of Charolais cattle. Another goal of mine is to run for and hopefully get on the AIJCA National Junior Board of Directors. I want to represent the kids in my area and help the younger kids!

*Interviewed by AIJCA Board

It’s for the Future

Russell W. Ludeke – Harold Christopher Truax II Memorial Award

$4,000 VETERINARY OR MEDICAL STUDENT PROFESSIONAL SCHOLARSHIP

Eligibility Requirements:

• Applicants for this must be enrolled in an accredited veterinary medicine or medical institution.

• Must be or have relation to an American-International Charolais Association member.

Questions, contact: Kaitlyn Chism, ACF Administrator, kchism@charolaisusa.com, 816-873-5265

Applications Due September 1, 2023

Find Application Online!

Presenting the 2021 award: Miss Charolais USA Emily Meyer; Miss Charolais USA 2022 Baylee Butler; Recipient Rachel Kort, Nebraska; ACF Board of Directors J. Neil Orth and Kaitlyn Chism.

About the Russell W. Ludeke – Harold Christopher Truax II Memorial Award

With an initial gift from QuestMark Information Management, Inc., Charolais breeders Larry and Beth Ludeke of Bar J Charolais, Liverpool, Texas and the Evelyn Gay Duhon Family of JVS Cattle Co., Sulphur, Louisiana, seek to provide professional awards annually to those impacted by the Charolais breed.

Charolais Association, strives to support scientific research, development and education activities of the Charolais breed.

Presenting the 2022 award: Larry Ludeke, Bar J Charolais; Recipient Kallie Knott, LaOtto, Ind.; ACF Board of Director Dr. Clint Rusk.

Presenting the 2020 award: Larry Ludeke, Bar J Charolais; Recipient Rachael Bonacker, Missouri; Miss Charolais USA Baylee Mangrum.

Presenting the 2019 award: Miss Charolais USA Madison Voet; Bar J Charolais: Beth & Larry Ludeke; Recipient Tara Fountain, Kansas; JVS Cattle Co: Evelyn Gay Duhon and Rod Smith.

Members present: Troy Bertsche, Cheryl Lux, Maggie Smithee, Donnie Leddy, Tara Fountain, Tonnyre Thomas Joe, Eric Dennis, Derek Ridder (sub), Tyler Davis, Sharlene Bullard, James Hayden (sub), and Mike Suchodols (sub).

Chairman Troy Bertsche called the mee�ng to order. Roll call was taken with 12 members present. Reviewed March 23, 2022 Commi�ee Minutes. Minutes were approved as presented.

Action Taken

1. Mike Schumacher moved to not change the percentage of ownership on animals sent in for transfer. Eric Dennis seconded. MOTION CARRIED.

2. Cheryl Lux moved to correct the AICA Bylaws to reflect the 1/8th percentage ownership. Shar Bullard seconded. MOTION CARRIED.

3. Meeting adjourned.

Annual Membership Meeting

Chairman: Eddy Loggains

Eddy Loggains called the mee�ng to order.

Action Taken

1. Eddy Loggains gave the President’s report.

2. Dr. Clint Rusk gave the Executive Vice Presidents’ report.

3. Donnie Leddy gave the Secretary’s report.

4. David Hubert gave the Treasurer’s report.

5. Recording Secretary, Maggie Smithee presented the Top in Registration awards by area.

6. Meeting adjourned.

Spring Board of Directors Meeting

President: Eddy Loggains

Members present: Eddy Loggains, Michael Sturgess, Donnie Leddy, David Hubert, Mike Schumacher, Dr. Clint Rusk, Sco� Eaton, T. Lane Grau, Eric Dennis, Chad Zehnder, Jim Husz, Tyler Davis, Troy Bertsche, Jeff Harrod, Frank Ellis Jr., Kyle Reaves, David Clark, Dan Eversole.

President Eddy Loggains called the mee�ng to order. Minutes from the fall mee�ng were approved as presented. Roll call was taken with 17 members present.

Action Taken

1. AIJCA Vice President, Weston Schrader gave the report on AIJCA.

2. Frank Ellis Jr. presented the Affiliate Committee minutes. Donnie Leddy moved to accept the minutes. Lane Grau seconded. MOTION CARRIED.

3. Larry Ludeke presented the ACF minutes. Grau moved to accept the minutes. Jeff Harrod seconded. MOTION CARRIED.

4. Larry Lehman presented the AIJCA Board of Trustees minutes. Michael Sturgess moved to accept the minutes. Grau seconded. MOTION CARRIED.

5. Leddy presented the Activities Committee minutes. Ellis moved to accept the minutes. Sturgess seconded. MOTION CARRIED.

6. Eddy Loggains presented the Executive Committee minutes. Mike

Schumacher moved to accept the minutes. Ellis seconded. MOTION CARRIED.

7. Rex Ricketts presented the Breed Improvement Committee minutes. Tyler Davis moved to accept the minutes. Joe Epperly seconded. MOTION CARRIED.

8. Dr. Clint Rusk presented the CPI Committee minutes. Ellis moved to accept the minutes. Grau seconded. MOTION CARRIED.

9. Sturgess presented the Advertising and Marketing Committee minutes. Ludeke moved to accept the minutes. Grau seconded. MOTION CARRIED.

10. Lehman presented the Junior Council minutes. Sturgess moved to accept the minutes. Dan Eversole seconded. MOTION CARRIED.

11. Dennis Metzger presented the Commercial Committee minutes. Grau moved to accept the minutes. Ellis seconded. MOTION CARRIED.

12. Ludeke presented the Finance Committee minutes. Davis moved to accept the minutes. Ellis seconded. MOTION CARRIED.

13. Ludeke presented the Long Range Committee minutes. Sturgess moved to accept the minutes. David Hubert seconded. MOTION CARRIED.

14. Troy Bertsche presented the Rules and Ethics Committee minutes. Eversole moved to accept the minutes. Schumacher seconded. MOTION FAILED. Eric Dennis moved to accept #1 in minutes and table #2. Sturgess seconded. MOTION CARRIED.

15. Meeting adjourned to Executive Session.

2023 AICA ANNUAL AWARDS PRESENTATIONS

President’s Award — Maggie Smithee

Breed Improvement Dedication Award

Tops in Registration

2022 Tops in Registration By Area

of Directors

From left: Dr. Clint Rusk, Maggie Smithee, AICA Recording Secretary, and Eddy Loggains

David Hobbs and Kaitlyn Chism were recognized for their long term dedication and service to the AICA. From left: Dr. Clint Rusk, David Hobbs, AICA Vice President of Operations, Kaitlyn Chism, AICA Director of Youth Activities & Foundations, and Eddy Loggains

From left: Dr. Clint Rusk, Bryce Lindskov, Eric Dennis, Daren Statler, Tom Cannon, and Eddy Loggains

Rex Ricketts was recognized for his long term dedication to the improvement of the Charolais breed. From left: Dr. Clint Rusk, Rex Ricketts, Eddy Loggains, AICA Ex-Oficio, Michael Sturgess, AICA President

2023-24 AICA Board of Directors, back from left: T. Lane Grau, Grady, N.M.; Mitch Thomas, Raymondville, Texas; Eric Dennis, Saint Jo, Texas; Jim Husz, Maryville, Mo.; Tyler Davis, Ashdown, Ark.; Troy Bertsche, Flanagan, Ill.; Jeff Harrod, Frankfort, Ky.; Frank Ellis Jr., Letohatchee, Ala.; Kyle Reaves, Greeneville, Tenn.; David Clark, Denton, Md.; Dan Eversole, Blacksburg, Va.; (front, from left): David Hubert, Oakley, Kan. - Treasurer ; Chad Zehnder, Stanchfield, Minn. - Secretary; Donnie Leddy, Stockholm, S.D.- Vice President; Michael Sturgess, San Antonio, Texas - President; Eddy Loggains, Violet Hill, Ark. - Ex-Officio; Dr. Clint Rusk, Kansas City, Kan. - Executive Vice President, Not Pictured: Scott Eaton, Glendive, Mont.

2023 AICA HALL OF FAME INDUCTEES — GREG & BRENDA HUBERT

It’s been a joy from the start for Greg Hubert, who along with his wife, Brenda have been selling Charolais cattle professionally since 1986.

High school sweethearts, Greg and Brenda were married in 1974 and attended Kansas State University. They returned to the family farm in Oakley, Kan. after college before taking off on their own adventure –Hubert Cattle Sales.

Growing up as part of the Hubert Charolais Ranch, stepping into the sales management business was a natural choice, as Greg had been managing sales for both the Kansas Charolais Association and his dad at Hubert Charolais before he and Brenda officially launched their sales management firm. For most of the past three decades the Hubert’s have relied on Charolais Publications Inc. to design and print many of their catalogs and have developed long-lasting friendships with the Charolais Journal staff.

Encouraged by many, including Stanley Stout and Buzz Gary, managing Charolais sales has been a way

of life for the Hubert’s, who have managed nearly 900 sales over the past 36 years.

“Stanley told me, if you can’t have fun and enjoy yourself while working a job, you probably shouldn’t be doing it,” he said, “and we have enjoyed it completely.” Greg also recognized, “Buzz was the most well-known Charolais sale manager in the United States. I didn’t start until I knew he was going to retire.”

During the 80s, Greg served eight years on the AICA Board of Directors and was on the land committee when the association’s current headquarter location was purchased and a new office built in Kansas City. Sale of the old property at the AICA’s former location in downtown Houston paid for that move.

Greg and Brenda are the parents of two children, who both actively showed Charolais cattle while growing up. Since that time, son Mark and his wife, Andrea; and their daughter, Loralea and husband, Jeremy, have provided the Hubert’s with five grandchildren ranging in age from one to 13.

From left: Eddy Loggains, AICA President, Brenda & Greg Hubert and Dr. Clint Rusk, AICA Executive Vice-President

2023 Charolais Charbray International Technical World Congress

April 23 – 26, 2023

Czech Republic

Delegates from thirteen countries traveled to the Czech Republic for the Technical World Congress. Activities included herd tours, technical presentations and the Czech National Charolais Show.

4.2 million hectares of agricultural land make up the Czech Republic with 1.1 million hectares of permanent grassland and pasture. Charolais is the leading breed of 25 beef breeds represented in the country. The 2024 World Charolais Congress will be hosted by Canada, June 21 – July 6.

Prague, 600 years of architecture

Vladimir Chytka, Agrochyt s.r.o. discussing his breeding program

Colin Rex, Australia; Craig Scott, Canada; Donald & Elizabeth Thompson, Australia; Ben Harman, Great Britian

Polled yearling bull at REDU sired by Parker P

Medieval Charles Bridge over the Vitava River in Prague

Voting delegates represented thirteen (13) countries at the World AGM

Ondrej Hatlak and replacement heifers, several polled

Candance & Helge By, Canada: Colin Rex, Australia

The Szentpetery family, Hungary

Dr. Clint Rusk, AICA, Craig Scott, Canada, Anna Ingvar-Nilsson, Sweden

Charolais headquarters at the Czech National Beef Cattle Show; AICA promotional material distributed

Charolais Group classes shown by exhibitors at the Brno Exhibition Fairground – Czech National Beef Cattle Show

Dr. Clint Rusk, AICA, presenting at the World Technical Conference

Polled bull at the Horni Dubnany Farm Test Station sired by Ottawa PP

Typical mature cow in the Hatlak herd

Farewell Dinner at the Valec Castle

Dr. Clint Rusk presenting AICA appreciation gifts to the hosts, Kamil Malat, CEO Czech Beef Cattle Association and Jilta Hatakova, President Czech Charolais Breeders

David Hobbs, Charolais Journal, U.S.A;. Helge By, Charolais Banner, Canada

Czech National Champion Bull (Polled) and the REDU crew

Sebastien Cluzel, France; Targo Pikkmets and Ilmar Kalles, Estonia

Cesar Cantu, Jose Medina, Adriana Gomez, Mexico; Kamil Malat, Czech Republic

Hamburgers being prepared for lunch

Herd sire at REDU, spol. s.r.o.

SALE RESULTS CHAROLAIS

SONDERUP CHAROLAIS RANCH, INC. 41ST ANNUAL PRODUCTION SALE

Fullerton, Neb. - April 13, 2023

Auctioneer: Matt Lowery, Burwell, Neb.

Averages:

86.75 Yearling Bulls $4,156

Total Sale Gross: $360,500

By Hadley Schotte

High Selling Lots:

$7,000 – Yearling Bull. SCR Summit 2127, 2-16-22, by HBC Summit 1H. To Greg Bishop, Hayes Center, Neb.

$7,000 – Yearling Bull. MR IKE Cheyenne 2086, 2-6-22, by IKE Tuffy 0119. To Larson Family Ranch, Hamill, S.D.

$7,000 – Yearling Bull. SANDCREEK Inferno K827, 1-26-22, by WC Inferno 6561 P. To T&S Strnad Charolais, Formoso, Kan.

QUEST FOR QUALITY BULL SALE & SHENANDOAH CLASSIC CHAROLAIS SALE

Harrisonburg, Va. - April 14, 2023

Auctioneer: Dale Stith, Mayslick, Ky.

Sale Managers: Rob Farmer, Catlett, Va.; Brian Kidd, Roseland, Va.

Sale Sponsor: Cross Mountain Charolais & Virginia Charolais Association

18 Females

29 Lots

Total Sale Gross: $80,200

By Floyd Wampler

High-selling lots:

$6,250 – Bull. DVF Moses of Jim 2DVF, 8-2-21, by M6 Gridmaker 010 P. From Dunkard Valley Farm, York, Penn. To Charles & Connie Garrett, Farmville, Va.

$6,250 – Cow-Calf Pair. HCC Bella’s Stella 800F, 1-9-18, by LT Blue Valve 7903 ET, ET. Bull Calf, 2-8-23, by WC Intention 1231 P. From Hat Creek Cattle Company, Roseland, Va. To Wild Indian Acres, DeSoto, Mo.

$5,000 – Bull. CMC Cannon 212 P, 1-31-22, by TR CAG Carbon Copy 7630E ET, From Cross Mountain Cattle, Catlett, Va. To Valley View Farm, Mount Solon, Va.

$3,500 – Open Heifer. AKF Smokin Verna 09K, 3-1122, by JDJ Smokester J1377 P ET. From Agricola Knoll Farm, Monroe, Va. To Brian Lester, Buchanan, Va.

LINDSKOV’S LT RANCH 42ND ANNUAL BULL SALE

Isabel, S.D. - April 15, 2023

Auctioneers: Lynn Weishaar, Reva, S.D.; Seth Weishaar, Belle Fouche, S.D.

Averages:

207 Bulls

$10,715

Not Included in Above Average:

107 Angus Bulls

Total Sale Gross: $3,885,500

By Hadley Schotte

High-selling lots:

$15,584

$150,000 – Yearling Bull. LT JJ Legendary 232, 3-12-22, by LT Blue Value 7903 ET. To Darin Gabriel, Northwood, N.D.; Leddy Cattle, Stockholm, S.D.; and Sturgess Double S Cattle, LaRue, Texas.

$100,000 – Yearling Bull. LT General 2510 Pld, 1-2922, by DC/CRJ Tank E108 P. To Full Circle Cattle Co., Lakin, Kan. and J&J Trust, Parkston, S.D.

$75,000 – Yearling Bull. LT Combat 2591 Pld, 2-722, by DC/CRJ Tank E108 P. To Kenmere Charolais, Holbrook, NSW, Australia.

$75,000 – Fall Yearling Bull. LT Dynamic 1975 Pld, 9-1-21, by LT Ransom 8644. To Kenmere Charolais.

$52,500 – Yearling Bull. LT Dynasty 2206 Pld, 3-822, by LT Badge 9184 Pld. To Sliding Hills Charolais, Canora, Sask.

$45,000 – Yearling Bull. LT Uptown 2545 Pld, 2-322, by LT Ransom 8644. To Miller Land and Cattle, Bloomfield, Neb.

$43,000 – Yearling Bull. LT Inspiration 2262 Pld, 3-10-22, by LT Badge 9184 Pld. To Grimmius Cattle Co, Hanford, Calif.

Note:

Volume Buyers: Gary Siverson, Bismarck, N.D. – 12 bulls; Wooward Ranch, Dupree, S.D. – 11 bulls; Jayde Starr, Faith, S.D. – 11 bulls; A.J. & Justin Lindskov – 11 bulls.

COBB CHAROLAIS 54TH ANNUAL SPRING BULL SALE

Great Falls, Mont. - April 15, 2023

Auctioneer: Dennis Metzger - Whitman, Neb.

Total Sale Gross: $254,990

By

Clint Sexson

High-selling lots:

$8,500 – Bull. K204, 03-30-22, by ABC Hidalgo Nikki H069 Pld to Gary Olson, Woonsocket, S.D.

$8,250 – Bull. K292, 04-08-22, by ABC Aquilino’s E246 Son to Gary Olson.

RAILE CHAROLAIS AND RED ANGUS 34TH ANNUAL PRODUCTION SALE

St. Francis, Kan. - April 17, 2023

Auctioneer: Tracy Harl, Wellington, Neb.

15 Percentage Charolais Open Heifers $1,766

Total Sale Gross: $204,500

By Hadley Schotte

High-selling lots:

$7,750 – Yearling Bull. Raile P007F K043 P, 3-3-22, by Leachman Margin P007F. To James Witt, Oberlin, Kan.

$7,750 – Yearling Bull. Raile F044 K029 P, 3-4-22, by Raile 6221 F044. To Roundtree Livestock, Eckley, Colo.

$7,750 – Yearling Bull. Raile E108 K061 P, 3-6-22, by DC/CRJ Tank E108 P. To Roundtree Livestock.

NEXTGEN CATTLE CO. FLINT HILLS

SPRING

CLASSIC

Paxico, Kan. - April 21, 2023

Auctioneer: Doak Lambert, Decatur, Texas

Averages:

68 Bulls $5,680

Not Included in Above Averages:

92 Beefmaster Bulls $6,036

21 Beefmaster Females $9,095

Total Sale Gross: $1,141,500

By Hadley Schotte

High-selling lots:

$13,500 – Fall Yearling Bull. NG Strike Eagle 012J6, 8-16-22, by LT Badge 9184 Pld. To Cavender Ranches, Jacksonville, Texas.

$10,000 – Yearling Bull. NG Badge 202K, 2-22-22, by LT Badge 9184 Pld. To John Goode, Acadia Valley, Alta.

$9,000 – Fall Yearling Bull. NG Badge 101J, 12-24-21, by LT Badge 9184 Pld. To Rhett Gleue, Leroy, Kan.

$8,000 – Fall Yearling Bull. NG Badge 102J, 12-26-21, by LT Badge 9184 Pld. To Wal-Mar Charolais, Canton, Kan.

WILD INDIAN ACRES SPRING ONLINE FEMALE SALE

April 21, 2023

Sale Manager: Hubert Cattle Sales, Oakley, Kan.

Auctioneer: Justin B. Stout, Overland Park, Kan.

Averages:

4 Open Heifers $2,925

13 Bred Cows $2,862

15 Cow-Calf Pairs ......................................................... $3,290

32 Lots ................................................................................. $3,070

Not reported in above averages:

1 Pregnant Recipient $6,500

1 Semen Package $400

1 Embryo Package ........................................................... $850

Total Sale Gross: $108,500

High-selling lots:

$7,800 – Bred Cow. Orr’s Ms Tradition 674 P, 9-2-16, by M6 Bells & Whistles 258 P. Bred to WC Uncharted 7328 P. To Hale Farms, Louisburg, Mo.

$6,500 – Pregnant Recipient. VPI Free Lunch 708T X FTJ Monticello 1806. To Aristo Farms, Topeka, Kan.

SALE RESULTS CHAROLAIS

2023 APPALACHIAN CLASSIC SALE

Knoxville, Tenn. - April 22, 2023

Auctioneer: Greg Clifton, North Richland Hills, Texas

Sale Manger: Outfront Cattle Service, College Station, Texas

Sale Sponsor: Mountain Empire Charolais

Association

Averages:

7 Bulls $3,164

45 Females $2,467

2 Recipients with Bull Calves $3,500

1 Recipient with Heifer Calf .................................... $6,000

55 Lots ..................................................................................$2,677

Not included in above averages:

32 Embryos $366

3 Pregnant Recipients $3,167

Total Sale Gross: $168,450

By Floyd Wampler

High-selling lots:

$6,000 – ET Heifer Calf/Recipient. SXC Jehu 233E x SOS Desire 141J, 4-6-23, Red Angus recipient. From Aristo Farms, Topeka, Kan. To Texas Syndicate.

$4,500 – Bred Cow. Reaves Ms Rene 935, 9-15-19, by WC Milestone 5223 P. Bred to WCR Gambler 1167

P. From Reaves Charolais Greenville, Tenn. To Ryan Milhouse, Bristol, Tenn.

$4,300 – Cow-Calf Pair. Reaves Ms Tank 2007, 1-1020, by DC/CRJ Tank E108 P. Heifer calf, 2-26-23, by KC

Jack 0891P. From Reaves Charolais. To Ryan Milhouse.

$4,250 – Bred Cow. OHF Vanessa K902 ET, 9-2-20, by LT Wyoming Wind 4020 Pld. Bred to JMAR Jubal

5P01. From Oak Hill Charolais, Dawsonville, Ga. To Bill Garrett, Crossville, Tenn.

$4,000 – Open Heifer. AFG Clarice 2214 PCD ET, 3-1-22, by Pleasant Dawn Chisum 216A. From Aristo Farms. To Phillip Wickline, Gap Mills, W. Va.

$4,000 – Open Heifer. AFG New Jewel 2155 0155 PMET, 3-5-22, by Keys Powermax 57G. From Aristo Farms. To Matthew Brent, Alton, Kan.

$4,000 – Cow-Calf Pair. Reaves Ms Smokester

Lady 550, 12-21-16, by JDJ Smokester J1377 P ET. Bull Calf, 4-12-23, by WCR Gambler 1167 P. From Reaves Charolais. To Arlitt Ranch, Poteet, Texas.

$4,000 – Bull. Reaves Carbon Germaine 2126, 12-1-21, by TR CAG Carbon Copy 7630E ET. From Reaves Charolais. To Roy Harlan, Loretta, Tenn.

$4,000 – Bull. OHF Tank Man 1921 ET, 9-28-21, by DC/ CRJ Tank E108 P. From Jonathan Jenkins, Marble, N.C. To Rick Head, Tollesboro, Ky.

WIENK CHAROLAIS

54TH

ANNUAL BULL SALE

Lake Preston, S.D. - April 29, 2023

Auctioneer: Cody Lowderman, Macomb, Ill.

Averages:

85 Yearling Bulls $5,968

Total Sale Gross: $484,300

By Hadley Schotte

High-selling lots:

$27,000 – Yearling Bull. WCR Tank 245 P, 1-29-22, by DC/CRJ Tank E108 P. To Dybdal Charolais, Newcastle, Neb.

$14,000 – Yearling Bull. WCR Sir Blackjack 276 P, 2-1-22, by Elder’s Blackjack 788B. To Smoky Hill Charolais Farm, Hays, Kan.

$11,500 – Yearling Bull. WCR Scout 2209 P, 2-24-22, by Elder’s Blackjack 788B. To Koepsell Charolais, Canova, S.D.

$9,500 – Yearling Bull. WCR Ruger 285 P, 2-1-22, by Cederlea Howitzer 49H. To Soreide Charolais, Bowman, N.D.

$9,000 – Yearling Bull. WCR Gauge 2134 P, 2-17-22, by Elder’s Blackjack 788B. To Allen Walth, Glenham, S.D.

$8,500 – Yearling Bull. WCR Sir Tank 2315, 3-9-22, by DC/CRJ Tank E108 P. To Stout Charolais, Kadoka, S.D.

24TH ANNUAL THE SALE OF EXCELLENCE

College Station, Texas - May 6, 2023

Auctioneer: Greg Clifton, North Richland Hills, Texas Sale Manager: Outfront Cattle Service, College Station, Texas

Averages:

High-selling lots:

$25,000 – Pick of 2022 Fall Heifers. From Fink Beef Genetics, Randolph, Kan. To Ankony Farms, Clarkesville, Ga.

$11,000 – Cow-Heifer Calf Split. LCC Texas Star 2747 ET, 9-5-17, by LT Blue Value 7903 ET. Bred to ACEORR Lock N Load. Heifer calf, 8-8-22, by JMAR Hosea 2M70. From Lehmann Cattle Co., Lathrop, Mo. Cow to Cawley Cattle Co., Ashburn, Ga. for $7,000. Calf to Cawley Cattle Co., for $4,000.

$10,000 – Pregnant Recipient. Pregnancy by SCR Triumph 2135 x SCX Miss Magnum 109X. From Aristo Farms, Topeka, Kan. To Sara Shepherd, Stuart, Iowa.

$10,000 –Pregnant Recipient. Pregnancy by VPI Free Lunch 708T x FTJ LTRB905 LTBV Shandy 1527. From Aristo Farms. To Cannon Charolais Ranch, Newton, Iowa.

$10,000 – Open Heifer. RE First Lady Clarice 202

ET, 1-7-22, by CJC Mr President T122. From Evans Charolais, Brownwood, Texas. To McCurdy Cattle Co., Decatur, Texas.

$10,000 – Cow-Heifer Calf Split. LCC Texas Jewel 1580, 9-2-20, by LT Blue Value 7903 ET. Bred to M6 Grid Maker 104 PET. Heifer calf, 8-3-22, by JMAR Hosea 2M70. From Lehmann Cattle Co. Cow to Lexi Huse, Elm Mott, Texas for $5,000. Heifer calf to Lexi Huse for $5,000.

$6,200 – Bred Heifer. BARA B2011 Lady Pres 43H P ET, 12-21-20, by CJC Mr President T122. Bred to DC/ CRJ Tank E108 P. From Arlitt Ranch, Poteet, Texas. To Cordell Dartez, Abbeville, La.

MEAD FARMS FEMALE & BULL PRODUCTION SALE

Versailles, Mo. - May 13, 2023

Auctioneers: Jerry Lehmann, Lathrop, Mo.; Wes Tiemann, Hallsville, Mo.

Averages:

14 Cow-Calf Pairs $3,363

29 Bred Cows ................................................................. $2,467

5 Fall Bred Heifers .......................................................... $2,310 48 Females $2,712

Total Sale Gross: $147,475

By David Hobbs

ANKONY ONLY THE TOPS ONLINE ELITE CHAROLAIS SALE

Clarkesville, Ga. - May 16, 2023

Auctioneer: Eddie Burks, Park City, Ky.

Sale Manager: Cotton & Associates, Howell, Mich.

Averages:

1 ½ Herd Sire Prospects ......................................... $16,667 18 Females $9,722

19 ½ Lots $10,256

Not reported in above averages: 1 Flush $7,000

Total Sale Gross: $207,000

By David Hobbs

Upcoming Events

July 29 Ozark Empire Open Charolais Show, Springfield August 13 Missouri State Fair A ROE Show, Sedalia

August 24 Wright Online Sale

August 25 5J Online Sale

September 4 Autumn In The Ozarks, Strafford

September 16 Wild Indian Acres Female Sale, DeSoto

October 7 Bradley & Hankins Fall Colors Sale, Republic

October 14 Wild Indian Acres Bull Sale, Joplin

October 20 Royal Breeders Bull Classic, Kansas City

October 20 Royal Collection Sale, Kansas City

October 21 American Royal National ROE Sale, Kansas City

October 21 Angell-Thomas Production Sale, Paris

October 21 Bradley Bull Sale, Springfield

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OF EVENTS CALENDAR

AICA EVENTS

JULY 1

Deadline for submitting performance information for August 2023 Analysis

JULY 2-7

AIJCA Junior National Show & Leadership Conference, St. Paul, Minn.

JULY 10

VitaFerm CharFocus Youth Leadership Conference Registration Deadline

JULY 31 – AUGUST 3

VitaFerm CharFocus Leadership Conference, Stillwater, Okla.

AUGUST 1

Deadline for submitting performance information for August 2023 Analysis

AUGUST 13

Missouri State Fair Class A ROE Show, Sedalia, Mo.

AFFILIATE EVENTS

Contact David Hobbs (816) 464-2474, ext 200, dhobbs@charolaisusa.com with affiliate event dates.

M O R E O N T H E W E B: www.charolaisusa.com/calendar.html

JULY 2023

July 1 – Deadline for submitting performance information to AICA for August 2023 Genetic Analysis.

July 2-7 – 2023 AIJCA Junior National Show & Leadership Conference, St. Paul, Minn.

July 3-6 – 2023 Beef Improvement Federation Research Symposium & Convention, Calgary, Alta.

July 10 – VitaFerm CharFocus Youth Leadership Conference Registration Deadline. Contact: Kaitlyn Chism, AICA.

July 19 – California State Fair Open Charolais Show, Sacramento, Calif.

July 23 –– North Dakota State Fair Open Charolais Show, Minot, N.D.

July 25 – Ohio State Fair Open Charolais Show, Columbus, Ohio.

July 29 – Ozark Empire Fair Open Charolais Show, Springfield, Mo.

July 30 – Indiana State Fair Open Charolais Show, Indianapolis, Ind.

July 31 – August 3 – VitaFerm Charolais Youth Leadership Conference, Stillwater, Okla. Contact Kaitlyn Chism, AICA.

AUGUST 2023

August 1 – Deadline for submitting performance information to AICA for September 2023 Genetic Analysis.

August 7-9 – Texas A & M Beef Cattle Short Course, College, Station, Texas.

August 11 – Illinois State Fair Open Charolais Show, Springfield, Ill.

August 13 – –Missouri State Fair Class A ROE Show, Sedalia, Mo.

August 14 – State Fair of West Virginia Open Charolais Show, Lewisburg, W. Va.

August 19 – Iowa State Fair Open Charolais Show & Open Charolais Percentage Heifer Show, Des Moines, Iowa.

August 22 – Appalachian Fair Open Charolais Show, Gray, Tenn.

August 24 – Wright Charolais Fall Bred Heifer Online Sale, CKOnlineSales.com. Contact: Derry Wright or Chris Peuster.

August 25 – 5J Charolais The Next Generation Online Sale. SC Online Sales. Contact: Kevin or David Johansen.

August 25 – New York State Fair Open Charolais Show, Syracuse, N.Y.

August 26 – Kentucky State Fair Open Charolais Show, Louisville, Ky.

August 26 – Tennessee State Fair Open Charolais Show, Lebanon, Tenn.

August 26 – West Virginia University Reymann Memorial Farms Summer Performance Test Field Day & Open House, Wardensville, W. Va.

August 27 – Maryland State Fair Open Charolais Show, Timonium, Md.

August 29 – South Dakota State Fair Open Charolais Show, Huron, S. D.

August 30 – Nebraska State Fair Open Charolais Show, Grand Island, Neb.

SEPTEMBER 2023

September 1 – Deadline for submitting performance information to AICA for October 2023 Genetic Analysis.

September 1 – ACF Ludeke-Truax Veterinary/Medical Student Scholarship Application Deadline. Contact: Kaitlyn Chism, AICA.

September 4– 30th Annual Autumn In The Ozarks Sale, noon, Chappell’s Sale Arena, Strafford, Mo. Auctioneer: Ronn Cunningham. Sale Manager: Mitchell Management.

September 12 – Boyert Show Cattle Online Steer Sale, SC Online Sales. Contact: Jared, Jake or Clayton Boyert.

September 16 – Wild Indian Acres & Friends Female Sale, 1 p.m., at the farm, DeSoto, Mo. Auctioneer: Cody Lowderman. Sale Manager: Hubert Cattle Sales.

September 16 – Kansas State Fair Class A ROE Charolais Show, Hutchinson, Kan.

September 19 – Big House Show Cattle Show Heifer Sale, Iola, Texas. Contact: Braden House.

September 20 – Benes Cattle Company Online Steer & Heifer Sale, Valparaiso, Neb. Contact: Mitch Benes.

September 24 – Oklahoma State Fair Open Charolais and Composite Show, Oklahoma City, Okla.

September 29-30 – NextGen Cattle Company Fall Flint Hills Classic, at the ranch, Paxico, Kan. Auctioneer: Doak Lambert.

September 30 – Harlin & Sue Hecht Double-H Charolais Retirement Party, at the farm, Paynesville, Minn., Contact: Harlin or Sue Hecht or Mark Hecht.

September 30 – Tulsa State Fair Open Charolais & Percentage Charolais Heifer Show, Tulsa, Okla.

OCTOBER 2023

October 1 – Deadline for submitting performance information to AICA for November 2023 Genetic Analysis.

October 3 – Double-H Charolais Retirement & Online Complete Dispersal, SC Online Sales, Sale Manager: JWC Marketing, LLC.

October 5 – Boyert Show Cattle Spring Born Heifer Online Sale, SC Online Sales. Contact: Jared, Jake or Clayton Boyert.

October 7 – Bradley Cattle & Hankins Farms Charolais & Red Angus Fall Colors Sale/Hankins Farms Complete Charolais Herd Dispersal, 6 p.m., Hankins Sale Facility, Republic, Mo. Auctioneer: Cody Lowderman. Sale Manager: Innovation AgMarketing LLC.

October 7 – Keystone International Livestock Exposition Class A ROE Charolais Show, Harrisburg, Pa.

October 7 – Southern Connection Sale, 1:00 p.m., at Knoxville Livestock Market, Knoxville, Tenn. Sponsors: South Carolina Charolais Association; Georgia-Florida Charolais Association. Auctioneer: Greg Clifton. Sale Manager: Outfront Cattle Service.

October 8 – Keystone International Livestock Exposition Junior Charolais Heifer Show, Harrisburg, Pa.

October 10 – Bertsche Cattle Show Heifer & Genetics Sale, CKOnlineSales.com. Contact: Brandon Bertsche.

October 12 – JMAR Genetics & Guests Quality

Over Quantity Bull & Heifer Online Sale. Contact: Jim Johnson.

October 14 – Wild Indian Acres Fall Bull Sale, Joplin Regional Stockyards, Joplin, Mo. Auctioneer: Bailey Moore. Sale Manager: Hubert Cattle Sales.

October 14 – Thomas Charolais Inc. Annual Fall Bull Sale, 1 p.m., at the ranch, Raymondville, Texas. Contact: Mitch Thomas or Tonnyre Joe.

October 17 – Jackson Cattle Company Spring Born Online Heifer Sale, Walnut Springs, Texas. Contact: Jeff Jackson.

October 18 – Northern International Livestock Exposition Junior Charolais Show, Billings, Mont.

October 18 – Northern International Livestock Exposition Class A ROE Charolais Show & Composite Charolais Show, Billings, Mont.

October 20 – Aces Wild Ranch Southern Belles Fall Female Sale, At the ranch, Millsap, Texas. Sale Manager: Innovation AgMarketing LLC

October 20 – South Carolina State Fair Open Charolais Show, Columbia, S.C.

October 20 – Meadows Creek Farm Arcadia Black & White Bull Sale, Arcadia Stockyard, Arcadia, Fla.

Contact: Richard or Glenn Meadows.

October 20 – Royal Breeders Bull Classic, 8 a.m., American Royal Livestock Show Hale Arena, Kansas City, Mo. Sponsor: Missouri Charolais Breeders Association. Contact: Jeannine Doughty or David Hobbs.

October 20 – Royal Collection Charolais Sale, 1:30 p.m., American Royal Livestock Show Wagstaff Sale Center, Kansas City, Mo. Sponsor: Missouri Charolais Breeders Association. Sale Manager: JWC Marketing LLC

October 21 – American Royal Livestock Show Junior Charolais and Percentage Heifer Show. 8 a.m. , Kansas City, Mo.

October 21 – American Royal Livestock Show National ROE Show , Kansas City, Mo.

October 21 – Fink Beef Genetics Fall Bull Sale, Noon, Fink Beef Genetics Sale Facility, Randolph, Kan.

Contact: Galen or Lori Fink or Megan or Chad Larson.

October 21 – Rogers Bar HR Fall Turn-Out Bull Sale, at the ranch, Collins, Miss. Contact: Doug Rogers.

October 21 – Angell – Thomas Charolais Bull & Female Sale, 12:30 p.m., at the farm, Paris, Mo. Contact: Russ or Sally Thomas.

October 21 – Bradley Cattle Bull Sale, Springfield Livestock Marketing Center, Springfield, Mo. Contact: Bruce Bradley.

October 24 – Dybdal Charolais 10th Annual Friends In Low Places Elite Show Heifer Online Sale. Contact: Ty or Larry Dybdal.

October 27 – 29th Annual Hokie Harvest Sale, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Va. Contact: Dan Eversole.

October 28 – L.G. Herndon Jr. Farms Best of the South 5th Annual Black & White Bull & Female Sale, at the farm, Lyons, Ga. Contact: L.G. Herndon Jr., Sky Herndon, or Kevin Asbury.

October 28 – Mead Farms Fall Performance Tested Bull Sale, Noon, Mead Sale Headquarters, Versailles, Mo. Auctioneers: Jerry Lehmann and Wes Tiemann. Contact: Alan Mead or Scott Wall.

October 28 – Nipp Charolais and Friends Production Sale, 1 p.m., at the ranch, Wilson, Okla. Contact: Curtiss Nipp.

October 31 – BJR Summerford Online Bull Sale, CKOnlineSales.com. Contact: Robert or Alan Summerford.

NOVEMBER 2023

November 1 – Deadline for submitting performance information to AICA for December 2023 Genetic Analysis.

November 4 – Fox Hollow Farms Fall Production

Volume 3, 1 p.m., at the ranch, Hulbert, Okla. Contact: Stephen Mellott.

November 4 – The Fall Bull Sale, Noon, Mid-State Stockyard, Letohatchee, Ala. Contact: Bobby Keahey.

November 4 – The Wright Charolais Fall Event Sale, 1 p.m., Wright Charolais Sale Facility, Kearney, Mo. Sale Manager: Hubert Cattle Sales.

November 4 – The ONE Sale, 1:00 p.m., Tenroc Ranch, Salado, Texas. Auctioneer: Greg Clifton. Sale Manager: Outfront Cattle Service.

November 7 – ECP Cattle Live Online Sale, Live on CCI. Live. Contact: Ethan Propp.

November 11 – OK Charolais Bull Sale, 1:00 p.m., at McAlester Union Stockyards, McAlester, Okla. Auctioneer: Greg Clifton. Sale Manager: Outfront Cattle Service.

November 11 – North American International Livestock Exposition Junior Charolais Heifer Show, Louisville, Ky.

November 12 – 13 – 2023 AICA Fall Board of Directors Meeting & Committee Meetings, Kentucky Exposition Center, Louisville, Ky. Contact: Samantha Corn, AICA.

November 13 – 55th National Charolais Show, North Amercian International Livestock Exposition, Louisville, Ky.

November 17 – Wienk Charolais Ranch Legends of Fall Bull Sale, at Arcadia Stockyard, Arcadia, Fla. Contact: Jeff, Sterling, Stetson or Ty Eschenbaum.

November 17 – Wagonhammer Ranches Total Package Female Sale, at the ranch, Bartlett, Neb. Sale Manager: CK Sales & Marketing.

November 18 – Sara Shepherd Charolais Annual Female Sale, Location-TBA, Sale Manager: JWC Marketing LLC.

November 19 – Rennert Ranch/Heart-J Char-Lay Maternal Legacies Sale Volume 3, 1:00 p.m., Kearney, Neb. Auctioneer: Matt Printz. Contact: Kristian Rennert.

November 22 – Benes Cattle Company Online Steer & Heifer Sale, Valparaiso, Neb. Contact: Mitch Benes.

November 30 – Charolais Charbray International Virtual Show Entries Close, www.charolaisinternational. com

November 30 – 2023 International Virtual Show Entry Deadline. Contact: David Hobbs, AICA.

DECEMBER 2023

December 1 – Deadline for submitting performance information to AICA for January 2024 Genetic Analysis.

December 1 – Meadows Creek Farm 18th Annual It’s All Black & White Bull & Female Sale, Mid State Stockyards, Letohatchee, Ala. Contact: Richard or Glenn Meadows.

December 2 – Dennis Charolais Farm Spring Calving Dispersal, Marietta, Okla. Sale Manager: CK Sales & Marketing.

December 2 – 32nd Annual Rancher’s Choice Bull Sale, 1:00 p.m., at Nixon Livestock Commission Company, Nixon, Texas. Auctioneer: Greg Clifton. Sale Manager: Outfront Cattle Service.

December 2 – Ridder Farms Family Values Female Sale & Annual Bull Sale, at the farm, Hermann, Mo. Sale Manager: JWC Marketing LLC.

December 3 – Boyert Show Cattle Online Bred Heifer & Cow Sale, SC Online Sales. Contact: Jared, Jake or Clayton Boyert.

December 14 – Jackson Cattle Company Holiday Edition Female Sale, Walnut Springs, Texas. Contact: Jeff Jackson.

December 31 – AIJCA National Junior Merit Program Application Deadline. Contact: Kaitlyn Chism, AICA.

CLASSIFIEDS

Contact David Hobbs (816) 464-2474, ext. 200, or dhobbs@charolaisusa.com with your Classified Advertising.

EFFECTIVE WITH THE JAN. 2022 ISSUE

The following terms and conditions govern all advertising in the Charolais Journal, which is used without separate or additional contract terms.

word, $30 min., paid in advance.

Difficult ads requiring substantial extra production time will be charged a minimum $50/hour rate. If you prefer no extra charges, request that the Journal staff simplify the ad if necessary at their discretion. CANCELLATION

Charges dependent upon stage of production will be invoiced to advertisers who cancel previously submitted advertising. DISCOUNTS

A 5% discount for all advertising will be given if prepaid for one year. No agency commissions allowed on breeder rates.

CLOSING DATES

All advertising copy (including photos) must be in the Charolais Journal office by the 25th of the second month preceding publication, i.e. Jan. 25 for the March issue or the first working day thereafter. A $100 late fee will be applied to all late advertisements. Proof deadline: 20th of the second month preceding publication, i.e. Jan. 20 for March issue.

ADVERTISING CONTENT

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Notice to advertisers: Advertising for sales scheduled prior to the 20th of the month of publication accepted at the advertiser’s risk. The Charolais Journal assumes no responsibility for distribution.

REPRINTS, CATALOGS AND BROCHURES

Advertising and editorial reprints available. Sale catalogs and brochures are produced at special rates. Contact office for prices.

Aces Wild Ranch, Jed Watje - Millsap, TX

Bill King Charolais, Bill King - Moriarty, NM

Hang’n A Cattle Co., Alan Alexander - Pasco, WA

Cawley Cattle Co., LLC, Buddy Cawley - Ashburn, GA

Sturgess Double S Cattle, Michael & Lauren Sturgess - LaRue, TX

Darin Gabriel - Northwood, ND

Leddy Cattle, Donnie Leddy - Stockholm, SD

Full Circle Cattle Co, Taylor & Lyndee Stabel - Lakin, KS

Cody Lundgren - Winthrop, WA

Roster Charolais, Mike Roster - Spencer, SD

Fred Ranch, Kay Fred - Rose, NE

Cannon Charolais, Tom Cannon - Newton, IA

Hubert Charolais Ranch, David Hubert - Oakley, KS

Hebbert Charolais, Mickie, Matt & Lacy Hebbert - Hyannis, NE

J&J Trust Charolais, Jon Proehl - Parkston, SD

Kenmere Charolais, Matt Collins - Holbrook, Australia

Sliding Hills Charolais, Carey Weinbender - Canora, SK Canada

Effertz Key Ranch - Velva, ND

Domek Charolais, Duane & Seth Domek - Wibaux, MT

Footprint Farms, Travis Foot - Esther, AB Canada

Grimmius Cattle Co., Randall Grimmius - Hanford, CA

Brandon Neely - Berkeley Springs, WV

Miller Land and Cattle, Mark Miller - Bloomfield, NE

Wilgenbusch Charolais, Craig & Tricia - Midale, SK Canada

Johnson Charolais, Shane Johnson - Bruce, SD