The Drover: September 2023 by International Texas Longhorn Association

international edition THE DROVER I S S U E 5 2 | S E P T E M B E R 2 0 2 3 PUBLIC RELATIONS IN TEXAS LONGHORN CATTLE 2023 ELITE HEIFER SALE WHAT ABOUT COMPUTER ID ON EVERY BOVINE?

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Itla past presidents & affiliate associations

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itla

executive board

& directors itla championship show & convention information

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itla forms promoting texas longhorns in spain itla youth updates international livestock: current news A letter from the president a letter

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-ITLA Executive Board and Directors-

RUSSELL

JOHN

russell@thefreemanranch com 719-338-5071 VICE PRESIDENT lizzhuntzberry@yahoo com 240-291-1958 DIRECTOR

TREASURER crosswrenchranch@msn.com 240-446-9950 DIRECTOR

LARGE

SECRETARY Connie ollIve@aol.com 903-780-0665 REGION 3 joel d@texaslonghorn.com

drjustinsabio@gmail.com TERRY

REGION 6 brinkauction@gmail.com 580- 335-4126 REGION 5 ictoryranchlonghorns@gmail.com 208-428-2483

SEAMAN

PARLIAMENTARIAN www gangof5longhorns com 214 287-2303 JEREMY

8 dosninosranch@gmail com GORDON

REGION 1 onetreeranch@gmail.com

Northeast Region

wgh1@swbell com 281-376-3110 D R O V E R M A G A Z I N E 0 1

larrypsmith2@yahoo com 254-396-9185 REGION 4 mikemetcalfe8@icloud.com 719-491-3757

FREEMAN LIZZ HUNTZBERRY

MOXLEY CONNIE OLLIVE PRESIDENT

AT LARGE #1

740-758-5858 JUSTIN SABIO REGION 7

BRINK

SHADOW

BRAD WESTMORELAND

JOHNSON REGION

MUSGROVE

403-363-1729 JOEL DICKINSON VACANT REGION 2

BILL HENDERSON REGION 9

LARRY SMITH II PAST PRESIDENT

MIKE METCALFE

-ITLA PAST PRESIDENTS-

-ITLA affiliate associationsBEST OF TRAILS TLA PRESIDENT: JOHN DVORAK johndvorak25@gmail.com 620-382-7103 CANADIAN TLA PRESIDENT: PETE HILDEBRAND p-lhildebrand@hotmail.com 306-774-8205

TRAIL TLA PRESIDENT: DANIELLE MERSHON Danielle@whistlingtxlonghorns.com 254-630-0053 GREAT LAKES TLA PRESIDENT: JOHNNY HICKS EMAIL PHONE INDIAN TERRITORY TLA PRESIDENT: JOSH DINWIDDIE EMAIL PHONE THE LONGHORN POSSEE PRESIDENT: MIKEAL DEATHERAGE EMAIL PHONE MIDWEST TLA PRESIDENT: BRAD FIDLER bradley fidler@yahoo.com 765-720-0913 MOUNTAIN STATES TLA PRESIDENT: TRAVIS CASEY tcasey357@yahoo.com 719-650-5234

TLA PRESIDENT: JOHN MOXLEY crosswrenchranch@msn com 240-446-9950 OHIO RIVER VALLEY TLA PRESIDENT: DOUG BURRIS dougburris45@gmail.com 740-680-5973 TLA OF ONTARIO PRESIDENT:CLARENCE DEKENS EMAIL PHONE TOP OF THE WEST TLA PRESIDENT: SHADOW SEAMAN VictoryRanchLonghorns@gmail com 208-420-2484

EMAIL PHONE

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JERRY WILLIAMS 1990 BILL ANTHONY 1991 STAN SEARLE 1992-1993 JOE VALENTINE 1994-1996 BEN GRAVETT 1997 DAROL DICKINSON 1998-1999 RAY MOORE 2000 GARY BRUCH 2001-2002

SURE CLINE 2003 JOHN HODGES 2004-2006 LARRY SMITH II 2007-2010

LANERO 2014-2015 GARY DON TAYLOR 2016 MIKE TOMEY 2017-2018 LARRY SMITH II 2019-2022 ROGER HUTTON 2011-2013

HOOKS OCT 2022-APRIL 2023 RUSSELL FREEMAN APRIL2023- PRESENT D R O V E R M A G A Z I N E 0 2

CHISHOLM

NORTHEAST

BRAZILIAN TLA DIRECTOR: HUMBERTO NOMBRE

ALBERTA TLA PRESIDENT: CODY BAILEY

MARY

LARRY

RUSSELL

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SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

2023-2024

SEPTEMBER 2

CTTLA Fall Shootout Show Location: Wise County Fairgrounds Decatur, TX

Youth • Halter

Judges: David Wars & John Oliver

Contact: Danielle Mershon danielle@whistlingtxlonghorns.com

254-630-0053

SEPTEMBER 8-9

The Good Life Futurity Lincoln, NE

Contact: Justin Georges 402-580-0209

SEPTEMBER 3

GTop of the West TLA Show Location: Twin Falls County Fairground

Twin Falls, ID

Judge: Justin Sabio

Contact: Shadow Seaman victoryranchlonghorns@gmail.com

SEPTEMBER 10

NETLA Maryland State Fair

Timonium, MD

Youth • Halter • Non-Halter

Judge: Danielle Mershon

Contact: John Moxley crosswrenchranch@msn.com

240-446-9950

SEPTEMBER 15

The Legends Futurity Duncan, OK

Contact: Justin Rombeck 816-536-1083

SEPTEMBER 22

NETLA Great Frederick Fair

Location: Frederick Fairgrounds Frederick, MD

Youth • Halter • Non-Halter

Judge: Larry Smith II

Contact: John Moxley crosswrenchranch@msn.com 240-446-9950

SEPTEMBER 30

Boarder State Shootout Eldorado, KS

Contact: Scott Farber 316-706-9400

OCTOBER 4-7

ITLA Convention & Championship Show & Futurity

Location: Stephens County Fairgrounds

Duncan, OK

Contact: ITLA Office staff@itla.com

254-898-0157

OCTOBER 21-22

The Millennium Futurity Bluegrass Stockyards

Lexington, KY

Contact: Ann Gravett 540-219-9369

NOVEMBER 7

ITLA Longhorn Judging Clinic Webinar

Live Online 7:00 - 10:00 P.M. CST

Contact: ITLA Office

254-898-0157

More info:

https://www.texaslonghorn.com/pr/in dex.cfm?year=ITLA&story=Webinar-PR20230620

SEPTEMBER 8-9

The G&G Fall Classic Sale & Futurity Culpeper, VA

Contact: Ann Gravett

540-219-9369

Contact: Chase Vasut

Contact: Shawn Pequignot

SEPTEMBER 14

Best of the Trails Livestock Sale

Mo Kan Livestock Market

Contact: John Dvorak 620-382-2067

https://www.facebook.com/bestofth etrails

SEPTEMBER 30

Dickinson Cattle Co, 56th Anniversary Customer Appreciation Day 35000 Muskrat Rd. Barnesville, OH 43713

Contact: Kirk Dickinson 740-758-5050

OCTOBER 6-7

The Fred Bryant Memorial Futurity Springfield, MO

Contact: Johnny Hicks 269-998-8027

MARCH 9

Best of the Trails Livestock Sale

Mo Kan Livestock Market

Contact: John Dvorak

620-382-2067

https://www.facebook.com/bestofthe trails

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D R O V E R M A G A Z I N E

719-338-5071 russell@thefreemanranch.com thefreemanranch com

Hope this finds you all in tall green grass. Southeastern Colorado has had one of the best summers on record and we feel truly blessed. I have seen some of you haven’t been as fortunate to catch the moisture and we pray that has turned around for you by the time this is posted.

Boy, where did the summer go? The big ITLA Conventional and Championship show is rapidly approaching. Get your entries in soon for any of the haltered, non-haltered, youth or futurity shows. Jeremy Johnson and his committee have put together a top of the line set of Longhorn Judges for each event so come prepared. Pam, in the Glen Rose office, is working diligently to make sure all the forms and paperwork are complete and organized for the event. Check out all the donated heifers that will be sold at the Championship show. Joel Dickinson has been bombarded with calls from top breeders who want to help contribute to the ITLA future by highlighting their best herd genetics. Mike Metcalfe and his team have also put together a knock up collection of bull semen lots for the Raffle. Several of these bulls are only being made available at this event. It will all be online for those of you that can’t make it to Oklahoma.

In other news, we are putting the final touches on an E-Commerce package that integrates with I-Register. This will allow you to complete your transaction with the ITLA without having to go to the mailbox or call the office with your credit card. From membership dues to registering calves or even ordering ITLA stuff, you can complete those all with a one time transaction.

See you in a few weeks in Duncan,

P R E S I D E N T R U S S E L L F R E E M A N

FROM THE PRESIDENT

A LETTER

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D R O V E R M A G A Z I N E 0 5 Russell

H A N G I N G

A S O N S

A LETTER FROM THE VICE PRESIDENT

What a busy month August has been! In the East, we had two shows that were lots of fun. Our youth did an excellent job with their cattle and everyone had great times. (York Fair & Montgomery Fair)

Coming up this month, we have our last two NETLA shows; Maryland State Fair and Fredrick County Fair. This gets us geared up for traveling to the Convention in Duncan, Oklahoma. As part of the ITLA Board, I’m hearings lots of great plans for the futurity shows, and youth events. There are great prizes being ordered for our exhibitors, and there is something for everyone! Duncan has a very nice facility and the town has a great western flair! With September, comes election time and there are strong candidates for the leadership of our association. Don’t forget to email your ballots!

See you soon in Duncan!

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE NEW Mr. & Mrs. Fosheim JACOB and LIZZ

240-291-1958 lizzhuntzberry@yahoo.com V I C E P R E S I D E N T L I Z Z H U N T Z B E R R Y F O S H E I M

T H E B U S I E S T T I M E O F Y E A R D R O V E R M A G A Z I N E

Public Relations in Texas Longhorn Cattle

Breeding and Direct Marketing in Europe

Written & Photos By: Micha Hamersky, Longhorn Austria

Public relations play a pivotal role in the success of Texas Longhorn cattle breeding and direct marketing endeavors in Europe. Effective communication is not just about promoting the breed; it's about establishing connections, building trust, and spreading awareness about the unique qualities of Texas Longhorn cattle.

In the heart of Europe, nestled in the picturesque landscapes of Austria, the efforts to raise and promote Texas Longhorn cattle have taken centre stage for the Family Micha and Elisabeth Hamersky. The goal isn't just to produce top genetic breeding stock; it's also about educating and informing enthusiasts and customers about the exceptional attributes of these cattle.

As pioneers of Texas Longhorn cattle breeding in Austria, the journey involves more than just raising livestock for Micha and Elisabeth. It's about sharing a story that resonates with people— be it the rich history of the breed, the benefits of the meat, or the sustainable practices used in mob grazing systems By engaging with the public through various channels, from social media to local events, breeders can create a lasting impact.

Why is this emphasis on public relations so crucial? For starters, Texas Longhorn cattle are not just any breed. They represent a blend of history, resilience, and distinctive characteristics that need to be communicated effectively. From their iconic horns to their ability to thrive on pastures, each aspect needs to be highlighted to showcase the breed's value

Direct marketing, another key aspect, relies heavily on effective public relations. While the goal is to provide top-quality beef to consumers, it's also about establishing a connection between the meat and the story behind it. When customers know the journey from pasture to plate and understand the dedication of the breeders, a deeper level of appreciation develops.

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Texas Longhorn cattle are renowned for producing some of the healthiest and leanest meat available. This makes them an attractive option for health-conscious consumers in Europe who are seeking high-quality and nutritious meat products. However, the true value of this meat may not be fully understood by the general public. This is where effective public relations come into play. This should include proper high quality pictures, proper printed material such as flyer, info cards, etc, presenting meat on public events such as fairs, BBQ-events, etc.

In a world where information travels quickly and impressions are formed in an instant, public relations help shape perceptions. Transparent communication about breeding practices, animal welfare, and the benefits of Texas Longhorn beef builds credibility and fosters trust. It also helps dispel misconceptions and myths that might surround the breed.

A big part in a successful marketing nowadays is networking. Successful companies used networks to get pushed. Friends know other friends, customers know other customers. With an unlimited offer on products on the market, Micha and Elisabeth have experienced that a customer who tells a friend is the most efficient way to get new customers.

In conclusion, the importance of public relations in Texas Longhorn cattle breeding and direct marketing in Europe cannot be overstated. It's not just about showcasing the breed; it's about building relationships, spreading awareness, and educating the public. By effectively communicating the essence of Texas Longhorn cattle and the dedication of breeders, a strong foundation is laid for the growth and recognition of this remarkable breed in the European market.

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DOUBLE DOWN FUTURITY

COLORADO

COLORADO AUGUST 12, 2023 Class Winner Owner 1 HeifersbornOct1-Dec312022 HL SharpasaTack HudsonLonghorns 2 HeifersbornJul1-Sep302022 M7Hydro'sTari M7Longhorns 3 HeifersbornApr1-Jun302022 HL HeidiHo HudsonLonghorns 4 HeifersbornJan1-Mar312022 FHR20GOreoRiver FHRLonghhorns 5 HeifersbornSep1-Dec312021 HL UptownGirl HudsonLonghorns 6 HeifersbornMay1-Aug312021 Underspan Abel Longhorns 7 HeifersbornJan1-Apr302021 PCCFoxy'sGoldmine M7Longhorns GRANDCHAMPIONHEIFER:Underspan,AbleLonghorns RESERVEGRANDCHAMPIONHEIFER:HL UptownGirl,HudsonLonghorns 8 BullsbornOct1-Dec312022 SLL TexasTornado SillerLonghorns 9 BullsbornJul1-Sep302022 LL5CherokeeJack Lazy J/LawsonLonghorns 10 BullsbornApr1-Jun302022 M7GrateIron M7Longhorns 11 BullsbornJan1-Mar312022 Kool HandLukeChex M7Longhorns GRANDCHAMPIONBULL:M7GrateIron,M7Longhorns RESERVEGRANDCHAMPIONBULL:Kool HandLukeChex,M7Longhorns

RESULTS

SPRINGS,

RED

BLUE

COLORADO SPRINGS, COLORADO AUGUST 12, 2023 Class

1 HeifersbornOct1-Dec312022 HL SharpasaTack HudsonLonghorns 2 HeifersbornJul1-Sep302022 HL Well Wishes HudsonLonghorns 3 HeifersbornApr1-Jun302022 Don'tStopMissTuff McEntireFarms 4 HeifersbornJan1-Mar312022 JMStiletto McEntireFarms 5 HeifersbornSep1-Dec312021 HL UptownGirl HudsonLonghorns 6 HeifersbornMay1-Aug312021 DCRDropNFifty McEntireFarms 7 HeifersbornJan1-Apr302021 PCCFoxy'sGoldmine M7Longhorns GRANDCHAMPIONHEIFER:PCCFoxy'sGoldmine,M7Longhorns RESERVEGRANDCHAMPIONHEIFER:Don’tStopMissTuff,McEntireFarms 8 BullsbornOct1-Dec312022 M7CoachDani M7Longhorns 9 BullsbornJul1-Sep302022 LL5CherokeeJack Lazy J/LawsonLonghorns 10 BullsbornApr1-Jun302022 M7GrateIron M7Longhorns 11 BullsbornJan1-Mar312022 Kool HandLukeChex M7Longhorns GRANDCHAMPIONBULL:M7GrateIron,M7Longhorns RESERVEGRANDCHAMPIONBULL:SLL GunsandRoses,SillerLonghorns

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Winner Owner

RESULTS

DOUBLE DOWN FUTURITY

COLORADO SPRINGS, COLORADO

AUGUST 12, 2023

Red Judges-Justin Georges, Marlene Lake, Larry Smith, Theresa Sparger and Ryan Johnson

Blue Judges-Kris Johnson, Alex Dees, Justin Rombeck, Justin Sabio and Dylan Skarpa

Charlie Searles-announcer and Dan Huntington calcutta/auctioneer Andrea Siller of Siller Longhorns with Travis Casey, MSTLA president and Skittles (dog) Jeremy and Lindsey McEntire, and children of McEntire farms with Travis Casey, MSTLA president Dale Metz of FHR Longhorns with Travis Casey, MSTLA president Curtis and Tonya Abel of Able Longhorns with Travis Casey, MSTLA president Joanna and Wayne Manning of M7 Longhorns with Travis Casey, MSTLA president Mike Willinger, ranch manage of Hudson Longhorns with Travis Casey, MSTLA president

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PROMOTING TEXAS LONGHORNS IN A NEW COUNTRY ISN'T ALWAYS EASY

Written & Photos By: Jesús Fragoso & Josep Roma, Catalonia, Spain

Hello!

We are Jesús Fragoso and Josep Roma from "Excentric Farm," based in Catalonia, Spain. Some of you may already know us through social media platforms like Instagram. In 2021, we embarked on a journey with Longhorns here in Spain, becoming the pioneering breeders to introduce this spectacular breed to our country, tracing it back to its origins. As many other first-time breeders in their respective countries can relate, starting with a new breed isn't always a straightforward endeavor.

To give you a glimpse into our farm situation, our government's limited understanding of farming reality and the consequent legislation have led to a rapidly aging population of farmers. The increasing paperwork and challenges that young farmers face when initiating new projects have contributed to this trend. Consequently, we find ourselves with an older generation of farmers possessing extensive expertise in our field but exhibiting some resistance to new concepts.

And here we are, a young couple breeding Texas Longhorns in a country that has traditionally focused on entirely different breeds for many years. Not an easy task, right?

Our journey began in 2021 with the acquisition of our first animals (4 cows and 1 bull) from Micha and Elisabeth Hamersky in Austria. While this might seem like a small-scale operation to many, given the aforementioned challenges, we must proceed cautiously, taking incremental steps to ensure a viable and prosperous project.

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With these initial animals, we began to witness and experience the breed's advantages that we had read about. While it might sound rudimentary, witnessing the results firsthand is essential before believing in and promoting the breed to other breeders. Consequently, we started receiving inquiries and interest from other Spanish breeders. Some even visited our farm, experiencing the Texas Longhorn phenomenon firsthand.

Farmers who had never encountered Texas Longhorns were initially concerned about the length of their horns. However, these concerns gradually diminish when they witness how manageable and gentle these animals are to work with. A little secret of ours is that we handle our cattle daily, moving them through our DIY chute twice a day as it serves as the gateway to our barn. This routine facilitates working with them and simplifies the annual veterinary checks. Our vets have even mentioned that our herd is the easiest they've worked with, and we leverage this feedback for publicity. They share their positive experiences during their visits to other farms throughout the year.

Last year, the first 4 calves were born, and although we eventually sold them to a farmer from another European country, it's important to note that starting with a new breed is challenging. However, we can proudly state that the interest in Texas Longhorns among our neighboring farmers is slowly increasing. This encourages us to persevere in our pursuit of our objective! In light of this, we purchased another herd sire and two cows from Anne Leichtenstern in Germany, expanding our farm's operations and allowing us to continue growing by crossing the best heifers from one sire to the other.

We hope to remain part of the ITLA family for a long time and contribute to preserving this remarkable breed. Furthermore, we encourage new breeders to embark on their own projects. While it's not an easy journey, every small achievement along the way makes it all worthwhile.

Stay updated on our progress and our 2023 calf crop by following us on Instagram: @excentric_farm

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2023 Great Northern Longhorn Classic

Sale & Cheesehead Futurity Results

Held: August 4th & 5th 2022 in Gresham, WI

Sale Hosts: Dan & Denise Huntington, Ammon & Ali Mast, Luke & Jackie Multhauf

Auctioneer: Dan Huntington

Pedigrees: Chase Vasut

Many cheese curds were eaten in the Northwoods of Wisconsin over the weekend of the Great Northern Longhorn Classic and Cheesehead Futurity. The Cheesehead Futurity had 142 animals represented by 15 states. Hi Point Heifer was a 3 way tie between HL Uptown Girl, HL Poker Annie, and HL Well Wishes: all owned by Bill & Elizabeth Hudson. HL Uptown Girl took the tie breaker. Hi Point Bull was GPC Johnny Boy owned by Aaron & Courtney Feigl. Judges were Jay Wachter, Danielle Merschon, Ryan Culpepper, Devin Culpepper, and Phil Norwood. There were 32 consignors from 10 different states in the Great Northern Longhorn Classic Sale. Lot 1 was a donation lot from Dan & Denise Huntington benefiting the non-profit Ride For Ty. Ride For Ty is a group of friends and horse enthusiasts who have come together to honor their friend Tyler Thiel by bringing awareness to suicide and suicide prevention. The grand total raised was $16,400. The sale average on the other 49 lots was $3,884.69 and 1 P.O. There was also a Little Cheesers Class that was held for kids 10 and younger. They had heifers in a halter and were given showmanship pointers from Ryan & Devin Culpepper. There were 10 participants and all awarded buckles.

Top Selling lots were:

$30,000- Lot 22- SDR Long Lioness consigned by Dave & Shelia Hovingh

Buyer: G&G Longhorns- Ann Gravett

$12,500- Sub Lot 21- HL Kylee consigned by Hudson Longhorns

Buyer: 5D Ranch- Dan & Denise Huntington

$9,000- Lot 15- Meadow Green Jubilee consigned by Gail Beach

Buyer: 5D Ranch- Dan & Denise Huntington

$8,500- Lot 3- Riverforks Tuff As Nails consigned by Chris Hesse

Buyer: Sunhaven Farm- Jay & Suzi Wachter

$5,700- Lot 17- L4 Speckled Do consigned by Denny LaPoint

Buyer: Hetland Horns- Weston Hetland

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2023 TEXAS LONGHORN SHOW & FUTURITY

Our 26th Annual Ohio River Valley Show took place this year at the Belmont County Fairgrounds in St. Clairsville, OH. This beautiful location was perfect and brought a whole new community out to view, learn, and experience all that our industry has to offer. Over 30 Breeders came from different parts of Indiana, Michigan, Ohio, West Virginia, and Pennsylvania. While few experienced our show for the first time, many have come back year after year. This year, we were fortunate enough to have 4 different shows in one weekend. Judges included; Preston Berkeley (Youth), Mike Tomey (Haltered), Dr. Keith Berkeley (Non-Haltered), and our line of five judges for the return of our Buckeye Classic Futurity; Kathy Palladini, Tim Caudill, Dr. Keith Berkeley, Johnny Hicks, and Dick Lowe.

A new location and show format brought record breaking numbers out to compete this year. Our show in total consisted of 208 entries. With an increased number of entries came a whole new level of organization and hardwork. We would like to thank everyone that had a hand in the success of the weekend. We are looking forward to building upon this success for next year. We hope the photos share the great fellowship and memories experienced at our 2023 Ohio Show, we encourage you to click the link at the bottom to view the full gallery on our website!

27th Annual ORVTLA Show & Buckeye Classic

July 19 & 20, 2024

T H E O H I O R I V E R V A L L E Y View the full show Gallery at orvtla.com

SHOW & FUTURITY RESULTS

YOUTH SHOW WINNERS:

Champion Junior Heifer: Duch Mac

Reserve Champion Junior Heifer: Rare Cut

Champion Senior Heifer: 50 Smiles

Reserve Champion Junior Heifer: Amelia

Champion All Age Female: 50 Smiles

Reserve Champion All Age Female: Duch Mac

Champion Intermediate Bull: Shining Edge

Champion All Age Bull: Shining Edge

Champion Junior Steer: Half Smiling

Reserve Champion Junior Steer: Holiday Bells

Champion Senior Steer: VVF McClintok

Reserve Champion Senior Steer: Captain Appa

Champion All Age Steer: VVF McClintok

Reserve Champion All Age Steer: Captain Appa

HALTERED SHOW WINNERS:

Champion Junior Heifer: Rare Cut

Reserve Champion Junior Heifer: VVF Daisy

Champion Senior Heifer: VVF Lily

Reserve Champion Junior Heifer: CCD

Champion Junior Cow: 50 Smiles

Reserve Champion Junior Cow: Fine Line

Champion Senior Cow: OL MI Piedra de Mayo

Champion All Age Female:50 Smiles

Reserve Champion All Age Female: Rare Cut

Champion Intermediate Bull: Point Wish

Reserve Champion Intermediate Bull: On the Edge

Champion Senior Bull: Next Rush

Reserve Champion Senior Bull: DWM Magnum Power

Champion All Age Bull: Point Wish

Reserve Champion All Age Bull: Next Rush

Champion Junior Steer: Captain Appa

Reserve Champion Junior Steer: Past Time

Champion Senior Steer: VVF McClintok

Champion All Age Steer: VVF McClintok

Reserve Champion All Age Steer: Captain Appa

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SHOW & FUTURITY RESULTS

NON-HALTERED SHOW WINNERS:

Champion Junior Heifer: MC Jamboree

Reserve Champion Junior Heifer: EC Miss Rebel

Champion Senior Heifer: Tux’s Sky

Reserve Champion Junior Heifer: Tux’s Mysterious

Champion Junior Cow: Fine Line

Reserve Champion Junior Cow: 50 Smiles

Champion Senior Cow: Tuff Enough

Champion All Age Female: Fine Line

Reserve Champion All Age Female: Tuff Enough

Champion Junior Steer: Roman Show

Reserve Champion Junior Steer: Dudley

Champion Senior Steer: Chase

Champion All Age Steer: Chase

Reserve Champion All Age Steer: Roman Show

FUTURITY CLASS WINNERS:

Class 1: CC Miss Cracker

Class 2: Tux’s Sunny

Class 3: EC Miss Rebel

Class 4: Rare Cut

Class 5: Majestic River

Class 6: Marked Yell

Class 7: LBR Cherry Cheesecake

Class 8: Tux’s Kitty

Class 9: 50 Smiles

Class 10: On The Edge

Class 11: Point Wish

Class 13: LBR Thunderstruck

Class 14: TF Top Gun

High Point Heifer: 50 Smiles

High Point Bull: TF Top Gun

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Texas Longhorn in Europe

How it all began

Written and Photos By: Urs Weiss

In 2002 we, as Swiss, got involved with the Texas Longhorn. What we did not know was that there were no purebred Texas Longhorns in Europe. After a long search we found someone in Denmark who was in possession of embryos. We bought two Holstein cows which were fertilized. From them we got on 11.11.2004 the calf First Lady and on 12.24.2004 the bull King Noel. This was the first purebred breeding pair of Texas Longhorn in Europe. The story begins in the small Switzerland. The interest increased rapidly in Switzerland as well as in whole Europe. Therefore we decided 08.01.2005 on the Swiss National Day to found the STLA Swiss Texas Longhorn Association to bring together all interested parties. Another import of 35 embryos from the breeding of Dickinson Cattle CO. followed in 2008. With this breeding material we were able to raise a few lines, from which we also exported to Europe. Our first customer was Micha Hamersky from Austria. But this was not enough to supply all interested parties. A future breeder and good friend made the proposal to make a live import from Canada, other interested parties came, we decided to realize this together. A little later he set out and bought 14 cattle in Canada. The quarantine was delayed for two years. With the import in 2013, 32 Texas Longhorn came to Switzerland. The stock in Switzerland today includes over a hundred animals, we ourselves keep an average of 35 Texas Longhorn. Since our ranch is located in a very dry area, we are still convinced of the breed. Also the meat can be marketed very well. We are Urs and Daniela Weiss with son Pascal and daughter Larissa, both already moved out. Run a small farm in the north of Switzerland. This includes Texas Longhorn, fruit, vines and grain, also a distillery may not be missing. The products are mostly marketed directly. Our ranch is also called little Texas.

The STLA has 20 members at the moment. www.texaslonghorn.ch www.stla.ch

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Rachael Martin

2023 ITLA Queen

Hey y ’all my name is Rachael Martin I am the 2023 Miss ITLA Queen I am a senior in high school from North Carolina and a member of NETLA & ITLA. I love Jesus, family, animals, & kids. I have had the best time representing the ITLA this year and I’m looking forward to all the new experiences yet to come. It has been wonderful to teach others about Texas Longhorns and agriculture while meeting so many new people along this journey. Thank you all for giving me the opportunity to represent the breed we love through this special position.

1 Timothy 4:12

WHAT'S NEW

Hey Y’all. This month I have been eagerly anticipating my show cows giving birth to their first calves and getting ready for the 2023 ITLA Convention & Championship Show. This final month of summer in the south has been a little less traditional, but I got the opportunity to promote and share my passion for Longhorns in a few ways that I never even anticipated!

I had lots of family come in from California and I got the chance to introduce them to my show animals. It was awesome to show my Grandpa Jack and my Great-Grandparents Ron & Jean what I get to do as a member of ITLA youth and all that goes in to preparing and training for the show ring. They all were full of questions and loved hearing about my experiences. I even learned that as a young man, my Grandpa Ron (who will turn 90 when we are at the '23 Championship Show!!!) went to an agricultural college just like I am planning to do! I was blessed to make special memories with my Grandpa Jack at the ranch as I watched him fall in love with Longhorns just like I have.

I also got the chance to promote the breed with pictures & by an interview that was written up in my school yearbook which will stay with each student wherever they go in the future. (In the article, they mentioned not only the ITLA but included a part about the Drover as well.)

This year has flown by, I cannot believe it’s almost time for the ITLA Championship Show again. **SHOUT OUT** to all ITLA youth girls if you are interested in going out for the ITLA Queen, Princess, or Little Miss - go for it!! It has been a wonderful opportunity for me, and I have gained many enjoyable, and memorable experiences through the position this year!

Happy Fall...See you all in Oklahoma.

God Bless,Rachael Martin

Psalm 103:1-2 Bless the Lord, O my soul: and all that is within me, bless his holy name. Bless the Lord, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits:

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Ally Miller

2023 ITLA Princess

I am a 12 year old Idaho farm girl in her 4th year showing long horns She has represented the ITLA as their Princess following in her older sister's royalty footsteps. Art and livestock of all types fill her time Entering the 7th grade this Fall, Ally will have wrapped up her 4th year in 4H and will be prepping for the ITLA Championship Show where she will be among several Idaho youth travelling south to show their long horns.

WHAT'S NEW

I had the opportunity to represent the ITLA on horseback with my sister, Miss Rodeo Idaho, in a local parade. A few days later I spoke with my 4H Longhorn club to our Farm Bureau. Our Longhorn program has outgrown the barn. We are very close to having enough sponsorships to build a new barn at the fairgrounds.

Our Twin Falls County Fair is happening as the Drover comes out this month, and our 12 youth plus 2 pee wee showmen are ready! Some of us will be seeing you in October!

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www.grovecattle.com

2023 ITLA Little Miss

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I hope everyone is having a great summer and your cattle are doing well. My summer vacation from school is over and back to the books for me.

I realize how fast the ITLA Championship Show is coming up and what a great opportunity it is to be part of The entry for the ITLA Youth Queen, Princess, and Little Miss is now open. This has been a great opportunity for me to be part of. I strongly encourage the ITLA youth that enjoys these cattle to apply. I also look forward to seeing y ’all soon.

Leah Leah Grove

I am a member of ITLA and NETLA I am 10 years old from Bailey North Carolina. I have been a longhorn member since birth. My parents registered my first calf when I was born I attended shows and sales before I could walk. Now I have my own cattle that carry my brand. My favorite thing about raising Longhorns are the people The Longhorn people are great people and willing to help. I also love the cattle because they are such a special breed D R O V E R M A G A Z I N E 3 4

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International Texas Longhorn Association

Either Sex 15 months & older

Steers any age

ITLA Dual Registration (2 years and below)

ITLA Dual Registration (2 years and older)

Transfers Regi strati ons Memberships QTY QTY Fee Fee Subtotal Sales Tax Total PO BOX 2610 - GLEN ROSE, TEXAS- 76043 Total Total Date: Member: ITLA# Address: City: State: Zip: Lifetime Member 10 Year Membership Youth Membership Annual Active Member Within

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Transfer by Lease Rush Orders (additional per certificate) Non-Member Transfers AI Sire Enrollment Canadian funds par to US funds

of selling date More than 60 days of selling date

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Certificate Replacement Registration Certificate Correction Certificate Name Change Rush Orders (additional per certificate) QTY $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ 15.00 15.00 25.00 15.00 15.00 10.00 15.00 15.00 25.00 10.00 15 00 25 00 15 00 10 00 30 00 100 00 Canadian funds par to US funds Visa- Mastercard- Discover Card# - -Expires: / Make all checks payable to ITLA Thank you for your business! Office Phone Number: 254-898-0157

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REGISTRATION APPLICATION

P.O. Box 2610 Glen Rose, TX 76043

Phone: 254 898-0157 Fax: 254 898-0165

Proper fees must accompany this application

I hereby certify this to be a true and correct statement and I request to have same recorded in the International Texas Longhorn Association Registry, in consideration of which I agree to abide and be bound by the Articles of Incorporation, Bylaws, Rules and Regulations of the Association and amendments thereto

17. 19a . 20. 22a. 23. 24 25. 26. 27. 28. 29 1. 2. 3. 4. 4a. 5. 7. 10. 13. 11. 8 22b. 30. 21. 18 X 6. 9. 12. 14. 19. 22. City City Email Birth Date Sire’s Name Dam’s Name OCV Number Holding Brand Street Address Breeders Name Clone Parent Name Day Time Phone No. Owner’s ITLA Number Owner’s Street Address Breeder’s ITLA Number Name of Texas Longhorn Member Name (Applicant) Signature of Owner of Sire State, Twin? Date Texas Longhorn Acquired State, Zip Owner of Texas Longhorn Being Registered Zip Birth Weight ITLA Member No. Location of holding brand Color Service Brand ID For Office Use Only Clone Parent Reg# Send Certificate to: Signature of Applicant Sex of Texas Longhorn Sire’s Registration Number Dam’s Registration Number Owner Date Applicant Sire’s Brand ID Number Dam’s Brand ID Number

Location of number brand (only for clones) (your registered brand) Yes (limit 24 characters) No Natural Cow A I (only for clones) (number branded on animal) Embryo Bull Clone Steer In Herd AI Size : Miniature or Full Size (please circle one)

P.O. Box 2610 ◆ Glen Rose, TX 76043 Phone: (254) 898-0157 ◆ Fax: (254) 898-0165

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TRANSFER APPLICATION

I (we) the owner(s) of this animal, or authorized agent of owner(s), hereby warrant the information contained herin to be true and correct and apply for transfer of ITLA Certificate of Registration, and will legally defend ownership as represented

5 9 LOT NO. 11 DATE SOLD FOR OFFICE USE STA-3 17 2ND BULL EXPOSED TO 18 BULL’S REGISTRATION NO. 20. DATES EXPOSED 7. REGISTRATION NO 13 1ST BULL EXPOSED TO 14 BULL’S REGISTRATION NO 16 DATES EXPOSED FEE C N : Name of Animal THRU REVISED 1/9/2020 - k d - indd/PDF 8 Brand/ID NO THRU A P : B D : 10. 15 19 6 SER VICE NAT A I EMB SER VICE NAT A I EMB FEMALE SOLD OPEN EXPOSED SEX COW BULL STEER 1 2 3 4 FOR OFFICE USE ONLY 21 SIRE OF CALF AT SIDE 22 SIRE’S REG NO 24 DATE CALVED Signature of Seller Date 30 Send Certificate to: Buyer Seller Please Print Three Copies Mail two signed copies to the ITLA and keep one for your records 23 SERVICE NAT A.I. EMB 25 SEX OF CALF COW BULL STEER

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TRANSFER BY LEASE I, , (Owner - Lessor) (Address) ITLA Member # do hereby lease this , named (Cow or Bull) (Animal Name)

Identification Number ITLA Number (Brand #) (Registration Number) to , (Name of Lessee) (Address of Lessee) ITLA Member # for the following period: from (Date) to (Date)

Lease/Loan of Sire: The signature of the Lessee may be used in lieu of the owner of the sire when submitting a registration application providing this form is completed and filed with ITLA by the owner within 30 days after delivery of sire to Lessee.

Lease/Loan of Dam: The signature and address of the Lessee may be used and shown as breeder on registration applications in lieu of the signature and address of the registered owner of the dam for the purpose of registering of recording progeny born during the period specified on this form, provided this form is completed and filed with the ITLA, by the owner, within 30 days after delivery of the dam to the Lessee.

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Artificial Insemination Sire Enrollment Form

Bull’s Registered Name:

Brand / ID Number:

Registration Number: Enclose copy of front and back of registration certificate

Owner:

ITLA Member #:

Ranch Name:

Street Address:

City: State: Zip:

Phone Number:

Signature:

Application must include the Following:

1. Fee of $100.00

2. DNA type on applicable bull.

3 Health certification in effect at time of all semen collection, including negative tests for Brucellosis, Tuberculosis, 5 Leptospirosis, Vibriosis, and Trichomoniasis

4 Copy of Bull’s Registration Certificate

5 Photo of Bull

Failure to comply with procedures set forth in the ITLE Artificial Insemination Enrollment regulations will be cause for cancellation of enrollment You may contact the lab of your choice for DNA kits and procedures. ITLA recommends Neogen for DNA results. Neogen Genomics 4131 N 48th St Lincoln, NE 68504. Email for Neogen; geneseekinfo@neogen.com and phone number 402-435-0665.