REQUIRED
Videos at YouTube “Multimin USA” Channel PAGE 1
2016 Heart of America Dairy Expo Ramada Oasis Hotel & Convention Center, Springfield, Missouri
Healthy Diet , Jeff Zachwiega, Senior Vice President, Nutrition Research, Dairy Management 10:00 a.m. Missouri Dairy Growth Council Annual Meeting Inc., sponsored by Midwest Dairy Association and Board Meeting (Bora Bora Boardroom) 2:50 President’s Ice Cream Social and Visit with 11:30 Pre-Conference Seminar “Dairy On-Farm Crisis Exhibitors sponsored by F&H Food Equipment Preparedness Training” Kathleen Cuddy, Senior Company, Southwest Dairy Farmers and Turner’s Vice President and Stacy Dohle, Communications Special Supply (Grand Ballroom) Manager, Integrated Communications, Midwest 3:00 Sho-Mo Dairy Heifer Growers Association Annual Dairy Association, sponsored by Midwest Dairy Meeting (Bora Bora Boardroom) Association (Maui) adjourns at 3:00 3:15 Missouri Dairy Association 31th Annual Meeting 1:00 p.m. Trade Show Setup through 5:30 with Policy Development Session (Grand Ballroom) (Grand Ballroom) 4:30 MDA 31th Annual Meeting Adjourns 4:00 Missouri State Milk Board meeting 4:30 Missouri Holstein Association Committee (Bora Bora Boardroom) Meetings (Coco &Maui) 6:00 Grand Opening Trade Show Reception 7:30 Early Bird Seminar: “Where are Milk Prices 5:00 Missouri Guernsey Breeders Association (MGBA) Headed & What is Driving Them, Gary Sipiorski, Committee Meetings (Sahara) Dairy Development Manager, Madison, WI, 6:00 Missouri Holstein Pre-Sale Hospitality sponsored by Missouri Soybeans and your soybean (Grand Ballroom) checkoff (Grand Ballroom) 6:30 Missouri Holstein Association 2015 Cow of the 8:30 Recess Year, All-Missouri & Jr. All-Missouri Presentations 7:00 MGBA Board Meeting (Sahara) 7:00 Missouri State Holstein Convention Sale (Grand Ballroom) Friday, January 22, 2016 7:00 Missouri Holstein Juniors Pizza & Pool Party 8:00 a.m. Registration, Trade Show Opens, Coffee, Milk & (pool side) Pastries, sponsored by Kraft Springfield, Southwest Dairy Farmers and Waikato Milking Systems (Grand Ballroom) Saturday, January 23, 2016 9:25 Expo Welcome-Lloyd Gunter, Conference 7:00 a.m. Registration/Check-in, Trade Show Open, Chairman (Grand Ballroom) (Grand Ballroom) 9:30 “Dealing with Mycotoxin Risk in 2016” - Max Coffee, Milk & Pastries sponsored by FCS Financial, Hawkins, Nutritionist,Alltech Mycotoxin S&L Sales & Southwest Dairy Farmers Management Team, sponsored by Alltech 8:30 Missouri Holstein Association Board Meeting 10:10 “Today’s Financial Strategies for Small & Large (Bora Bora Boardroom) Dairies” Gary Sipiorski, Dairy Development 9:00 Missouri Holstein Association Annual Meeting Manager, Madison, WI Missouri Soybeans and (Grand Ballroom) your soybean checkoff, Milk Specialties Global, 9:00 Missouri Junior Guernsey Breeders Meeting Community Bank and Trust and The Case Company (MGBA Annual Meeting immediately following) 10:50 Break, sponsored by Missouri Trucking Association (Sahara B) and Southwest Dairy Farmers 9:00 Missouri Holstein Princess/Little Miss Interviews 11:00 Women in Dairy Meeting “Successfully Passing (Sonoran) the Farm to the Next Generation” Wes Tucker, 10:00 Missouri Brown Swiss Association Annual Meeting West Central Ag Business Specialist, Univ. of Missouri Extension (Mojave) (Fiji Ballroom) 11:20 “Trace Minerals and the Acquired Immune 10:00 Missouri Junior Holstein Association Annual Response in Cattle - More Important than we Meeting (Sahara A) think”, Roberto Palomares, DVM, MS,PhD,DipACT, 10:00 Missouri Jersey Cattle Club Annual Meeting Asst. Professor, Production Medicine & (Mojave) Therlogenology, Univ. of Georgia, sponsored by 10:30 Midwest Milking Shorthorn Annual Meeting Multimin (Arabian) Noon Pork Chop Luncheon sponsored by Hiland Dairy Foods Company, Missouri Pork Association & Noon Trade Show closes Missouri Soybeans, S&L Sales, LLC Luncheon, sponsored by Association of Missouri Electric Cooperatives and the Missouri Corn Keynote Speaker: “New VFD Rules” Dr. Mike Merchandising Council, Missouri Holstein Apley, DVM, PHD Kansas State University, Association Junior Awards, Scholarship & sponsored by Central Life Sciences (Coco & Maui) Crowning of Holstein Princess and Little Miss, 1:30 p.m. “Evaluating your Risk Management Options”, (Coco & Maui) Farmer Panel, Moderator Dr. Scott Poock, 1:00 p.m. Missouri Holstein Annual Meeting Reconvene University of Missouri, with Jill Gerling, Kloppe Dairy, New Haven, MO; Mike Meier, Meier Dairy, (if necessary, room TBA) Monett, MO sponsored by MFA Feed 1:00 Missouri Ayrshire Association Meeting (Grand Ballroom) (Fiji Ballroom) 2:10 “Whole Milk Dairy: Research to Give Consumers Peace of Mind it can be a Part of Nutritious
Thursday, January 21, 2016
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Dairy expo SpeaKerS Kathleen Cuddy Sr. Vice President of Integrated Communications, Midwest Dairy Association Kathleen Cuddy is the Sr. Vice President of Integrated Communications for the Midwest Dairy Association, where she leads the communication programs on behalf of the Association’s 8,000 dairy farm families in its 10-state territory. This includes strategic planning, consumer and stakeholder communications, media relations, digital marketing and issues and crisis preparedness. Stacy Dohle Senior Communications Manager, Midwest Dairy Association Stacy has been with Midwest Dairy for 16 years and helps lead the Influencer Outreach and Consumer Confidence programs; connecting consumers with dairy farm families and the understanding of on-farm practices. In the past six years, she has been involved in over 300 dairy farmer presentations and/or farm tours with key influencer groups to help build trust and understanding about dairy farming. In addition to the consumer confidence programs, Stacy prepares dairy farmers across Midwest Dairy’s 10-states, with tools and training to “tell their dairy story” as they engage in thoughtful conversations with consumers. Gary Sipiorski Dairy Development Manager, Vita Plus Corporation Gary spent seventeen years with the Citizens State Bank of Loyal, Wisconsin, as an agricultural loan officer and worked his way up to President and CEO where he serves on the Board of Directors. He graduated from the Graduate School of Banking in Austin, Texas. He did business primarily with dairy producers. Gary joined the Vita Plus Corporation on October 1, 2008, a 400 employee owned nutrition firm based in Madison, Wisconsin. He is a meeting advisor for the Professional Dairy Producers of Wisconsin and writes for Hoard’s Dairyman and many other agricultural publications. Jeff Zachwieja Senior Vice President, Nutrition Research, Dairy Management Inc. Jeff is the Senior Vice President for Nutrition Research, Scientific and Regulatory Affairs for Dairy Management Inc. (DMI) where he leads an experienced team that publishes strong, credible research documenting health benefits associated with dairy consumption. He regularly shares how emerging, yet scientifically tested, health benefits for dairy consumption can be used in a dynamic marketplace to create value for consumers and the dairy industry.
Dr. Max Hawkins Dairy Technical Staff, Alltech Max was raised on a grain/livestock farm in Illinois that included cattle feeding, cow/calf production, and purebred swine and sheep. He attended Western Illinois University and received a BS in Animal Science. He earned a MS and PhD in Animal Science at the University of Tennessee. He joined the faculty at California Polytechnic State University; he taught livestock production, nutrition management and coached the Livestock Judging Team. Prior to joining the Dairy Technical Staff at Alltech he worked in the feed industry in technical sales positions with Hubbard Feeds and Micron Bio-Systems. Dr. Roberto A. Palomares DVM,MS,PhD,DipACT, Assistant Professor, Production Medicine & Therlogenology, University of Georgia Roberto’s research interest is focused on Immunopathogenesis, prevention and control of infectious diseases that affect cattle production and reproduction, especially bovine viral diarrhea virus and bovine trichomoniasis. Additionally, his research program involves the study of noninfectious factors that affect bovine fertility and strategies to improve reproductive performance in dairy and beef cattle such as ovulation synchronization and TAI programs. Dr. Michael D. Apley Professor, Production Medicine/Clinical Pharmacology, Kansas State University Frick Professorship, DVM, PhD, DACVCP Mike began his veterinary medicine career with a general practice in central Kansas, followed by a feedlot consulting/contract research practice in Colorado. He later joined the faculty at Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine and worked there until 2005, when he joined the Kansas State University College of Veterinary Medicine as a professor of veterinary clinical sciences. He teaches beef production medicine, large-animal medicine and clinical pharmacology courses and he holds the E.J. Frick Professorship in Veterinary Medicine.
Trade Show Hours Thursday, January 21, 2016 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Friday, January 22, 2016 8:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. Saturday, January 23 7:00 a.m. - Noon PAGE 3
2016 Heart of America Dairy Expo Sponsors Platinum Level Sponsor
Gold Level Sponsors
Silver Level Sponsors S&L Sales, LLC brought to you by your soybean checkoff
Bronze Level Sponsors
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Additional Dairy Expo Sponsorships Association of Missouri Electric Cooperatives—Saturday luncheon Barenbrug - Program printing Community Bank & Trust - Speaker support FCS Financial—Saturday morning refreshments & Program printing F&H Food Equipment Company - Friday afternoon break Milk Specialities Global - Speaker support Missouri Agribusiness Association—Friends of the Dairy Farmer Missouri Corn Growers Association--Signage Missouri Department of Conservation - Program printing Missouri Soybeans - Friday Luncheon and Speaker support Missouri Trucking Association - Friday morning break Protect the Harvest - Lanyard Sponsor Southwest Dairy Farmers—milk for breaks The Case Company - Speaker support Turner’s Special Supply—Friday afternoon break Waikato Milking Systems—Friday morning break, Program printing West Central/SoyPlus/SoyChlor - Friends of the Dairy Farmer
2016 Heart of America Dairy Expo Exhibitors ABS Global ADM Animal Nutrition Agricultural Employment Services Agricultural Stewardship Assurance Program Albers Dairy Equipment Alta Seeds Animat Inc. Bobcat of Springfield Brownfield Network Central Life Sciences Dairy Dealer.com Dairy Farmers of America Dairy Grazing Apprenticeship DSG Equipment and Supplies, Inc. Eagle Bank and Trust ECOSYL Elanco Animal Health FASTRACK Flory Dairy Equipment/DeLaval Hartford Livestock Hiland Dairy Foods Company (double booth) Jerden Dairy Company Jim’s Motors Inc. MASBDA Masters Choice, Inc MFA Inc. Midwest Dairy Association Midwest Milk Products Missouri Beef Cattle Industry
Missouri Dairy Association Missouri Dairy Growth Council Missouri Dairy Hall of Honors Missouri Department of Agriculture Missouri Department of Conservation Missouri Department of Natural Resources Missouri Holstein Juniors Missouri Soybeans MU Extension & CAFNR Commercial Agriculture Multimin USA Inc. Novus International, Inc Nutriad Organic Valley/CROPP Cooperative Ozark Shavings Paul Mueller Company POET Nutrition Protect the Harvest Ralco Agriculture Select Sires MidAmerica SEMO Milling Seneca Dairy Supply S&H Farm Supply S&L Sales Soy Best USDA-FSA USDA-Missouri Ag Statistics Service Wacha Alfalfa Farms, LLC Zinpro PAGE 5
2015-2016 Board of Directors Gene Wiseman (Chairman) Missouri State Milk Board 1616 Missouri Blvd, PO Box 630 Jefferson City, MO 65102 573/751-3830 fax 573/751-2527 (term expires 2016)
Larry Schmidt (Vice-Chairman) Missouri Dairy Association 216 Hwy JJ Laredo, MO 64652 660/286-2781 cell 660/654-2156 (specified by bylaws)
Bob Idel (Treasurer) FCS Financial 1934 East Miller Street Jefferson City, MO 573/636-7809 ext 122 fax 573/635-4367 (term expires 2018)
Ed Donnell (Secretary) F&H Food Equipment Company PO Box 3985 G.S. Springfield, MO 65803 417/881-6114 fax 417/881-7314 (term expires 2018)
Kyle Bounous Grasslands LLC PO Box 703 Monett, MO 65708 cell 417/235-4450 (term expires 2018)
David Klindt Association of MO Electric Cooperatives PO Box 1645 Jefferson City, MO 65102 573/659-3403 fax 573/635-2314 cell 573/694-2932 (term expires 2018)
Gary Wheeler Missouri Soybean Association PO Box 104778 Jefferson City, MO 65110 573/635-3819 fax 573/635-5122 (term expires 2018)
Kelly Smith Missouri Farm Bureau PO Box 658 Jefferson City, MO 65102 573/893-1416 fax 573/893-1560 (specified by bylaws)
Richard Fordyce Director MO Department of Agriculture 1616 Missouri Blvd, PO Box 630 Jefferson City, MO 65102 573/751-5617 fax 573/751-1784 (specified by bylaws)
Dr. Scott Poock University of Missouri A331 Clydesdale Hall Columbia, MO 65211 573/882-6359 fax 573/884-9139 (specified by bylaws)
Dr. Tom McFaddenn University of Missouri S110 ASRC, 920 E. Campus Drive Columbia, MO 65211 573/882-8336 fax 573/882-6827 (specified by bylaws)
Dr. Alan Wessler MFA, Inc 201 Ray Young Drive Columbia, MO 65201 573/876-5248 fax 573/876-5498 (term expires 2018)
Craig Westfall Missouri Dairy Association 4671 Hwy H Halfway, MO 65613 417/445-2220 cell 417/770-3350 (specified by bylaws)
Bradley Schad Missouri Corn Growers Assocation 3118 Emerald Lane Jefferson City, MO 65109 573/893-4181 fax 573/893-4612 cell 573/378-3399 (term expires 2016)
Steve Davis Missouri Dairy Products Association 800 West Tampa Springfield, MO 417/865-9641 cell 417/848-4983 (term expires 2016)
Keith Bohlander Dairy Farmers of America 10220 North Ambassador Drive Kansas City, MO 64153 816/801-6270 cell 816/507-7642 (term expires 2016)
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The Missouri Dairy Growth Council Mission: “to grow a stronger and more viable Missouri dairy industry”
2015 Members:
Gold Level ($1,000 or more)
Association of Missouri Electric Cooperatives Dairy Farmers of America FCS Financial F&H Food Equipment Company MFA, Inc. Missouri Corn Merchandising Council Missouri Dairy Association Missouri Department of Agriculture Missouri Soybean Program Opies Transport
Silver Level ($500.00 or more) Ameica’s Best Grasslands LLC MFA Oil Company Missouri Association of Realtors Missouri Dairy Products Association Missouri Farm Bureau
Bronze Level ($250.00 or more)
Alltech Missouri Fieldmen’s and Sanitarian’s Association Missouri State Milk Board
Individual ($100.00 or more) Gary L. Aggus
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2016 Missouri Dairy Association Board of Directors Lloyd Gunter (Jane) Vice President 1148 State Hwy WW Conway, MO 65632 417/589-6845 cell: 417/533-8009 fax: 417/589-2595 gfswiss@yahoo.com District 8 Director
Larry Schmidt (Carolyn) Treasurer 216 Hwy JJ Laredo, MO 64652 660/286-2781 cell: 660/654-2156 mooocows@grm.net District 1 Director
Craig Westfall Secretary 4671 Hwy H Halfway, MO 65663 417/445-2220 cell: 417/770-3350 District 5 Director
Tom Olerichs (Kathy) Treasurer 30288 Pacific School Road Mora, MO 65345 660/668-4717 cell: 660/620-4718 oelrichsT@gmail.com District 4Director
Ted Sheppard (Barbara) 6600 Sheppard Dairy Road Cabool, Missouri 65689 417/926-5887 cell: 417/349-1236 ted@fidnet.com District 6 Director
Norris Sloan (Annette) Route 1, Box 92 Mountain Grove, Missouri 65711 417/948-2233 cell: 417/254-0256 Sloan.norris6@gmail.com At Large Director
Stacey McCallister (Ingrid) 8458 Hwy 38 Mountain Grove, MO 65711 417/668-5504 cell: 417/259-1453 s31mccallister@hotmail.com At Large Director
Jay Moreland (Brenda) 21601 E. 227th Street Harrisonville, MO 64701 816/884-3697 cell: 816/258-3353 fax: 816/884-4598 moremom4@gmail.com District 3 Director
Larry Purdom (Alice) Rte. 2, Box 245 Purdy, MO 65734 417/442-3846 cell: 417/442-7009 Lpurdom417@gmail.com District 7 Director
David Melton (Becky) Route 1, Box 47-G Mountain Grove, MO 65711 417/948-2631 cell: 417/259-0395 fax: 417/926-4790 dm.1smp_mg@yahoo.com At Large Director
Charles Voekler (Nancy) 8229 N. Hwy 61 Perryville, MO 63775 573/547-2436 cell: 573/768-4078 voeklerswissfarms@gmail.com District 2 Director
Arlen Schwinke (Kay) Director Emeritus 155 Schwinke Hill Lane Morrison, MO 65061 573/294-6203 cell 573/291-3263 arlenkay@dishmail.net
Ex-Officio Dr. Scott Poock University of Missouri A331 Clydesdale Hall Columbia, MO 65211 573/882-6359 office 660/882-3960 home cell: 573/808-3479 fax: 573/884-9139 Poocks@missouri.edu
Executive Director/Assistant Secretary Dave Drennan (Karen) 1954 Sumter Ridge Court Chesterfield, MO 63017 636/519-9300 office cell: 314/712-6565 fax: 636/519-1403 dairystl@aol.com
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Sponsored by Missouri Dairy Association, the Commercial Agriculture Program and University of Missouri Extension
February 22-26, 2016 9:30 a.m.
Registration and visit exhibitors, Coffee, milk and pastries available, sponsored by Missouri Corn Mechandising Council and Select Sires MidAmerica
Welcome
9:50 a.m.
10:00 a.m.
“Foliar Fungicide Application on Corn & its Effects o Dairy Cow Performance, Dr. Phil Cardoso, DVM, Department of Animal Science, University of Illinois, sponsored by Multimin USA
10:45 a.m.
“Trace Mineral Importance to Calfhood Immune Support”—Dr. Dan Tracy, Multimin USA
11:30 a.m.
“Missouri Dairy Revitalizaion & Sponsor Recognition”—Dave Drennan, Missouri Dairy Assoc.
Noon
Lunch (*Bring along a sample of your TMR and University of Missouri will evaluate)
“Implications of the Veterinary Feed Directive”—Dr. Scott Poock, University of Missouri
1:30 p.m.
2:00 p.m.
“How do we Compare - 10 Key Benchmarks & How to Use Them”—Reagan Bluel, University of Missouri
2:30 a.m.
“Impact of Feeding Amino Acids on Reproduction”—Dr. Phil Cardoso, DVM, Department of Animal Science, University of Illinois, sponsored by Multimin USA
Adjourn
3:15 p.m.
Registration fee is $20.00 payable at each location. Lunch reservations are needed. Call the Extension office listed below TODAY for lunch reservations. Locations: Monday, February 22, Pork Palace, State Fair Grounds, Sedalia Tuesday, February 23, Springfield Livestock Marketing Center off I-44
Wednesday, February 24, MSU State Fruit Research Center, Mountain Grove
Thurs., February 25, Cape Girardeau County Extension Office, Jackson Friday, February 26, Hagie’s Nineteen, 618 North Washington, Union
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Meal Reservations
Extension Office, 660/827-0591 Reagan Bluel at 417/847-3161 Ted Probert at 417/741-6134 Extension Office, 684 W. Jackson Trail 573/243-3581 Ken Bolte at 636/583-5141
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“While one stable fly does not cause significant damage, 50–100 of these blood-sucking pests occurring together with 500 horn flies can cause a substantial daily loss of blood. This common livestock pest situation can result in a loss of 10–20% in milk production.” - Kaufman, P. E. and Weeks, E. N. I. “Stable Fly (Dog Fly) Control”. The Entomology and Nematology Department, Florida Cooperative Extension Service, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, University of Florida. First published: December 1997. Revised: August 2012. “Stable flies feed from one to three times per day depending on the climatic conditions” - Anthony, Craig, “Confined Livestock Feeding Facilities: Control of Stable Flies and House Flies”. Extension Extra, South Dakota State Cooperative Extension Service, College Of Agriculture & Biological Sciences, South Dakota State University. April, 2005. Always read and follow label instructions. Bite Free is a trademark of Farnam Companies, Inc. ClariFly and ClariFly Larvicide with design are registered trademarks of Wellmark International. ©2013 Wellmark International.
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Do you want your cows On this side of the fence? Or this side?
Photo taken at the end of July 2012 in Shannon County. On the left is a hayfield of native warm season grasses established in 2009; on the right is fescue.
Native grasses
• produce quality summer forage • are drought tolerant • provide for wildlife needs
We can help. contact your local Missouri Department of conservation office, USDa natural Resources conservation Service office or Soil and Water conservation District office. PAGE 17
Missouri Holstein - 100 Years Old 1915 - 2015 ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING
This is the official notice to all members of the Missouri Holstein Association that the annual membership meeting will be held Saturday, January 23, 2016, at The Ramada Oasis Hotel & Convention Center, Springfield, MO, beginning at 9:00 AM, with President Jay Moreland presiding. OFFICIAL NOTICE Annual Membership Meeting & Convention Missouri Holstein Association 100th Anniversary January 22 - 23, 2016 Ramada Oasis Hotel & Conv. Center Springfield, MO.
National Holstein Convention
June 27 – July 1, 2016 Saratoga Springs, NY
2016 Missouri Delegates: To be Announced
2016 DISTRICT OFFICERS
Northeast Central: James Penn, president; Al Brandt, vp; Judy Borman, sec./treas.; Harlan Borman, director. Northwest: Dallas Cornelius, president; Dan Hegeman, vice-president; Debby Cornelius, sec./treas.; Kirby Hanson, director. Southwest: Nelson Hostetler, president; Janice Perry, vice-pres.; Shannon Wilson-Kleiboeker, sec./treas.; Larry Wright, director. South Central: Tommy Scrivner, president; Justin Nelson, vice-president; Andrea Scrivner, sec./treas.; Becky Durst, director. Southeast: John Schoen, president; Melinda (Schoen) Morrison, vice-pres.; Cliff Strieker, sec./treas.; Corvin Schoen, director. West Central: Jay Moreland, president; Matt Moreland, vice-president; Marilyn Moreland, sec./treas.; Ed Steele, director.
2016 COMMITTEES
Juniors: Shannon Kleiboeker, chm; Janice Perry, Brad & Gail Groves, Susan Brooks Sale: Jason Ewing, chm; Nelson Hostetler, Mike Wilson, Brad Groves, Larry & Jodi Wright, Tim Ewing Show & Futurity: Becky Durst, chm; John Denbigh, Eric Adkins, Janice Ling, Mike Hackman, Eric Ling Finance: Harlan Borman, chm; Larry Wright, James Penn, Jay Moreland Nominating: Alfred Brandt, Chair; Tommy Scrivner, Robert Perry Resolutions: Ed Wittorf, chm; Ed Steele, Barry Steevens History: John Underwood chm; Ann Lenz, Marilyn Moreland, SueAnn Steel Awards Committee: Roy Parsons, chmn; Dallas Cornelius, John Underwood, Marianna Thompson, Cliff Streiker Website Committee: Jodi Wright, chmn; Shannon Kleiboeker, Matt Moreland, Corvin Schoen, Candy Durst, Hope Bohannon, Hannah Jackson, Katie Wantland, Brittany Groves, Jessica Crawley, Lora & Blake Wright
2015 Progressive Breeders Registry Awards Coats, James & Novalee, Mountain Grove College of the Ozarks, Point Lookout Groves-Vu Dairy, Billings Toecky Farm, Huggins
Years Qualified 5 2 6 2
% Homebred 97.3 83.6 85.8 100.0
BAA 105.0 105.6 109.2 105.7
Milk 25,808 27,607 32,322 27,258
2015 Progressive Genetics Awards
Cla-Cor Farm LLC, Easton Coats, James & Novalee, Mountain Grove Martin, Wilson, Memphis University of Missouri, Columbia
Years Qualified 3 9 5 1
Average CTPI 1906 1837 1906 1817
2015 Membership Report
Northeast District Northwest District South Central District Southeast District Southwest District West Central District TOTAL PAGE 18
2015 35 4 28 6 64 18 155
2014 34 4 33 8 77 18 174
Fat 987 999 1316 1016
2013 34 6 31 7 75 21 174
2012 41 7 39 7 89 23 206
2011 35 8 39 7 96 23 208
2010 45 12 43 6 93 26 225
Protein 775 837 1011 834
2015 ALL-MISSOURI and JUNIOR ALL-MISSOURI AWARDS
Spring Heifer Calf AM Goldfawn RB Allie-Red-ET RAM JL-Kel-Land Planet Caroline JAM McClellan Malone Mercinary RJAM JL-Kel-Land Planet Caroline
Loren & Michelle Eilenstine Katie, Ellie & Lila Wantland Katelyn McClellan Katie, Ellie & Lila Wantland
Senior 2-Year-Old Cow AM Robthom Timea Hero RAM Aragorn Made You Look JAM C-of-O Gold Chip 1373 RJAM Vazdale Absolute Jemma-Red
Mark Thomson David Day & Tyler Dickerhoff Blake Wright Lora & Blake Wright
Winter Heifer Calf AM Ms Golden-Dream Cane-Red-ET RAM C-OF-O Brokaw Jeff JAM JL-Kel-Land Beemer Audie RJAM Meyervilla MS Olympian-Red
Colton & Cobie Kleiboeker College of the Ozarks Katie, Ellie & Lila Wantland A, K, H McClellan
Junior 3-Year-Old Cow AM J-Lean Platte Ducky-Red RAM U-MO Braxton Peni JAM J-Lean Platte Ducky-Red RJAM Golden-Dream Joe Jordy
Jessilyn McLean University of Missouri Jessilyn McLean Dalton Smith
Fall Heifer Calf AM Ram-Elle Brady Tawny RAM Hillhaven Apple Chili-Red JAM Hillhaven Apple Chili-Red RJAM Flower-Brook Banks Dollia
Loren & Michelle Eilenstine Whitney Yerina Whitney Yerina Katie, Ellie & Lila Wantland
Senior 3-Year-Old Cow AM Angelo Dusk Princess-Red RAM Groves-Vu A-S Dorinda-ET JAM Groves-Vu A-S Dorinda-ET RJAM Ms Roslem Braxton Razzle
Mikala, Lexi, Hunter Angelo B, T, K, G & B Groves B, T, K, G & B Groves Samantha Hilgenberg
Summer Yearling AM JL-Kel-Land Super Ludicrous RAM U-MO Mizzou Taffy JAM JL-Kel-Land Super Ludicrous RJAM Radine Atwood Olaf
Katie, Ellie, Lila Wantland University of Missouri Katie, Ellie, Lila Wantland Sophia Geppert
Spring Yearling AM MS Angelina Angeni-ET RAM Crisdhome Phoenix GetLucky JAM MS Angelina Angeni-ET RJAM Korian Goldwyn Mariah-ET
4-Year Old Cow AM Lin-Max-JM Pronto Noel RAM Shaverside GWAtwood Ary JAM Lin-Max-JM Pronto Noel RJAM Ram-Elle Force Allison
Lora Wright Dalton Smith Lora Wright Katie, Ellie, Lila Wantland
Monique Turner Mike Wilson Monique Turner Lora Wright
5-Year-Old Cow AM Miss-Long-Green Mary-Kay RAM Toecky Ann-Lyss Sanchez
M.Day, T.Dickerhoff, G.Schmidt Becky Durst
Winter Yearling AM Golden-Dream Abe Speck RAM Mi-Wil Fantasy Miley JAM Golden-Dream Abe Speck RJAM Starmark HP Regret-Red-ET
Desirae Hickernell Scott Wilson Desirae Hickernell Bailey Groves
Aged Cow AM RAM JAM RJAM
Janice Ling & Tyler Dickerhoff Larry & Jodi Wright Lora Wright Katelyn McClellan
Robthom Linzee Baxter Ms Savage-Leigh Party-ET Wrightvale Talent Amy-Red McClellan Mawson Kianna
150,000 pound Cow
Fall Yearling AM Toecky Sanchez Destiny RAM Golden-Dream Turbo Jada JAM Golden-Dream Turbo Jada RJAM Golden-Dream Abe Ribbonet
Becky Durst Hope Bohannon Hope Bohannon Charles Brooks II
Junior Best 3 AM RAM JAM
University of Missouri Crystal Chamberlin A, K, H McClellan
Dry 3 & 4-Yr-Old AM Regancrest-GV Britany-ET JAM Regancrest-GV Britany-ET
B, T, K, G & B Groves B, T, K, G & B Groves
Dry Aged Cow AM Toecky Timex RAM Char-Land Sanchez Miles JAM Char-Land Sanchez Miles
Becky Durst Austin Moreland Austin Moreland
Junior 2-Year-Old Cow AM Hillhaven Braxton Friday RAM Scratchwell Gidget-Red JAM Hillhaven Braxton Friday RJAM Roslem Atwood Sassy
Whitney Yerina Janice Ling & Tyler Dickerhoff Breeder’s Herd Whitney Yerina AM University of Missouri Samantha Hilgenberg
Produce of Dam AM BW-EG Trent Dena RAM Miss-Long-Green Danette JAM Char-Land Mile Milky
Crystal Chamberlin Crystal Chamberlin Austin Moreland
Daughter - Dam AM Ary & Avery RAM Mercinary & Sapphire JAM Allison & Audie RJAM Mercinary & Sapphire
Dalton Smith Katelyn McClellan Katie, Ellie, Lila Wantland Katelyn McClellan
Best 3 Females AM Robthom Farm RAM University of Missouri JAM A, K, H McClellan Dairy Herd AM Robthom Farm RAM Larry & Jodi Wright
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National Junior Holstein Convention Awards 2015
Dairy Bowl Team 2015: No teams fielded National Folding Display Contest 2015: Junior: Audrey McClellan, Willow Springs “History of Dairy Production”;
Intermediate: Katelyn McClellan, Willow Springs “What it takes to get a Red Cow”; Abby Hood, Willow Springs “The Effects of Fermentation “ National Junior Jeopardy Contest 2015-Junior: Blake Wright - 3rd Place; Intermediate: Lora Wright, Verona; Charles Brooks, Mountain Grove National Banner Contest 2015: Kiera and Taylor Groves, Billings Prepared Public Speaking 2015: Intermediate Division: Lora Wright, Verona – “Farmed and Dangerous” - 1st Place; Audrey McClellan, Willow Springs – “Milk, Got it?” Penny Wars: Missouri 1st Place
Missouri State Junior Awards 2015
Spring Classic Scholarship 2015: Katie Wantland, Niangua Missouri Holstein Princess 2015: Katie Wantland, Niangua Missouri Holstein Little Miss 2015: None Distinguished Junior 2014-Jr Division: Bailey Groves, Billings Distinguished Junior 2014-Sr Division: None Kay Bacon Memorial Award (14th): Bailee, Lauren, Taylor Whitehead, Conway, Diones Bwire Barbie-Red-ET - Spring Yearling, Junior Champion 4-H/FFA State Fair
Mark Highfill Memorial Award (11th): Steven Nelson, Grovespring, Mik-Nels Advent Ella - Aged Cow, Grand Champion 4-H/ FFA State Fair
2014 Cow of the Year: Toecky Kendall Anna-Leigh, Toecky Farm, Huggins Paul Selken Memorial Herdmanship Award 2015 (State Fair): Mi-Wil Farm, Mike Wilson, Neosho
2015 Sho-Me 3-Yr Old Holstein Show (Futurity)
1st Place 2nd Place 3rd Place 4th Place 5th Place 6th Place 7th Place 8th Place 9th Place 10th Place, 2nd Production 11th Place 12th Place, 1st Production 13th Place, 3rd Production 14th Place 15th Place
Robthom Ixia Topaz VG 86 Robthom Ontario Topaz GP 82 Toecky Ginetta Braxton VG 88 Robthom Ruby Durham VG 85 Scribble Braxton Sunkist VG 86 Gat-Dix Domino Naomi VG 86 Robthom Nissha Gold Chip-TW Toecky Fulton Attitude GP 84 Toecky Lauthorty Garetta GP 84 Wrightvale JL Atwood Linen C-Of-O Braxton Troxy 1351 VG 87 Maple-Pass Dannon Addie VG 85 Maple-Pass Nicolas Anna GP 81 Maple-Pass Cain Whiskey-TW GP 81 Maple-Pass Cain Wine-TW
Janice Ling, Springfield Janice Ling, Springfield Becky Durst, Huggins Marianna Thomson, Springfield Andrea Scrivner, Ava Jessica Gatton-Dixon, Conway Janice Ling, Springfield Becky Durst, Huggins Becky Durst, Huggins Larry & Jodi Wright, Verona College of the Ozarks, Point Lookout Janine Staiger, Billings Janine Staiger, Billings John & Jane Staiger, Billings John & Jane Staiger, Billings
PROPOSED BY-LAW CHANGES TO MISSOURI HOLSTEIN ASSOCIATION Below are the board approved changes to be voted upon by the membership at the 2016 Annual Meeting. Following is only the sections containing revisions. A complete copy can be found on the website or at the meeting. Strikethrough - language that is to be removed Bold, Italic and Underlined - language that is to be added ARTICLE II - MEMBERSHIP Section 6. The membership dues shall be paid on an annual basis with the rate being $50.00 per membership for members, partnerships, or corporations that own Holstein cattle. Those who do not own Holstein cattle, shall pay $25.00 annually per membership. When more than one person is involved in a herd prefix, all person(s), in addition to the individual designated as the representative agent of the partnership or corporation may hold a membership by paying the minimum membership rate of $25.00. Membership Dues will be due and payable postmarked March 15 of the membership year. Following March 15 members not in good standing will be removed from Holstein USA member rolls until such time as state membership has been paid. Membership dues postmarked April 15 or later will require a an additional $10.00 late fee per adult member. Memberships received after June 1 will not qualify for Association sponsored awards. PAGE 20
Missouri Holstein Association - 99th Annual Membership Meeting Saturday, January 24, 2015, Springfield, MO, 10:00 AM, Springfield, MO
At 10:20 am the meeting was called to order by President Eric Ling. There were approximately 38 members present. It was moved to approve the minutes from the last annual meeting, it was seconded, and the motion passed. The financial report was handed out to the membership in attendance. Al Brandt moved that the financial report be approved, Brad Groves seconded, motion passed. BY-LAWS CHANGES: The By-Laws were handed out to the membership. Article 1 Section 1: strike “Columbia, MO” and add “the location of the executive secretary”, it was moved by Jodi Wright to approve, seconded by Janice Perry, motion passed. Article 2 Section 1: strike “or non residents of Missouri but owning Holstein cattle in Missouri” and add “or nonresident”. Section 2: strike “of” and add “on”, Section 3: strike “three” and add “two”, strike “and Honorary”, Section 3 b: strike “$2.00” and add “$5.00”, strike “ A Junior member wishing to receive the Mid-States Holstein News through this membership shall pay an additional fee equal to the cost of a one year subscription to that magazine, and shall be furnished that subscription.” Section 3 c: Strike “Honorary members shall include those whom the Association may wish to recognize for some single service to or interest in the Holstein breed.” Section 4: strike “him” and add “them” Jay Moreland moved that instead of “them” put in “applicant” and “said applicant”, Jodi Wright seconded, motion passed. Section 6: strike “The membership dues shall be on an annual basis with the rate schedule being determined by the total number of Holsteins 87% RHA or higher or Holsteins eligible owned by the member, partnership, or corporation. The rate schedule being 0-10 animals $25.00, 11-50 animals $40.00, 51-100 animals $50.00 and over 100 animals $60.00.” add “The membership dues shall be paid on an annual basis with the rate being $50.00 per membership for members, partnerships, or corporations that own Holstein cattle. Those that do not own Holstein cattle shall pay $25.00 per membership.” Tommy Scrivner moved that the word “ownership” be removed and replaced with the word “prefix” in the second part of Section 6, Jason Ewing seconded, motion passed. Strike “The membership includes a subscription to the Mid-States Holstein News and $1.00 per member to be refunded to the respective District Association.” Jason Ewing moved to accept the changes made to Article 2, Jodi Wright seconded, motion passed. Article 3 Section 1 a: add “and a Secretary-Treasurer” Rick King moved that we remove the Secretary-Treasurer wording, Jodi Wright seconded, motion passed. Section 1 b: strike “for up to the first 100 members in the District. In addition each District will be entitled to an additional Director for each additional 100 members over the first 100.” Section 1 c: add “The Board of Directors will also include 2 Elected Directors who are members elected statewide by the membership at the Annual Meeting that are nominated by the nominating committee or from the floor.” Rick King moved we accept changes to Article 3, Janice Perry seconded, motion passed. Article 4 Section 2: strike “two” and add “three”. Ed Steele moved that we do not change the terms from two to three, Roy Parsons seconded, motion passed. Roy Parsons moved we strike the word “himself” and add the word “themselves” to Article 4 Section 2, Mike Hackman seconded, motion passed. Section 3 c: Strike “shall have custody of the seal of the Association and affix same to such instruments and on behalf of the Association as my be required by the Association on annual meeting or by the Board of Directors” Janice Ling moved to approve, Mariana Thompson seconded, motion passed. Article 5 Section 2: add “or in any other accounts deemed necessary by the Board” Jason Ewing moved we strike all of Section 2 and reword it, Jay Moreland seconded, motion passed. Roy Parsons moved that we add to Article 5 Section 2 “ The funds of the Association shall be kept in a General Fund and in any other accounts as may be designated by the Board of Directors. All of which must be in a depository where they are insured by the US Government.” Tommy Scrivner seconded, motion passed. Becky Durst discussed that we should have a policy in place in which there is a second person who is aware of the spending of funds of the Association in all accounts. This would serve as a method of checks and balances to prevent misuse of funds. Rick King mentioned having two signatures on each check but there would be a cost for that and the logistics would be more difficult. Mary Ling mentioned using a written request for checks to be written and can be done by email. Tommy Scrivner moved that a copy of all bank statements on all bank accounts shall be sent to the President and chairman of the Finance committee by the Secretary-Treasurer each month. Rick King seconded, motion passed. Article 8 Section 4 #8: strike “reviewing” and add “finance” Section 5: strike “The seal affixed on the margin hereof is hereby adopted as and for the official corporate seal of Missouri Holstein Friesian Association” Jodi Wright moved to accept changes to Article 8, Jason Ewing seconded, motion passed. Harlan Borman moved that we accept changes to the By-Laws, Jay Moreland seconded, motion passed. DISTRICT, STATE, AND NATIONAL REPORTS: Northwest: Tim Ewing reported there are only 3 members in the District. West Central: Jay Moreland reported that their District show will be at the Cass County Fair again this year in July in Pleasant Hill. Southwest: Janice Perry reported they had about 10 people at their District meeting in Springfield. They will have their District show at the Missouri State Fair. South Central: Tommy Scrivner reported that at their 2014 District show there were 42 head exhibited in conjunction with the Tri-County Fair in June. Hamner’s were Grand Champion and Toecky was Reserve Grand Champion. Dates for 2015 have not been set yet. Southeast: Al Brandt reported that he has talked to Cliff Strieker and discussed merging Southeast with Northeast District. Northeast: Al Brandt reported that they will have a sale in Memphis, MO February 18th at 11:00 am. They will catalog about 40 head and it will be held at the sale barn in Memphis. They are open to consignments that are solid, registered cows and do not need to be broke to lead. Dairy Hall of Honors: Kate Geppert said the annual banquet is scheduled for Friday, February, 6th at 11:30 am at Eckles Hall in Columbia, MO. They will begin with lunch and then have the awards ceremony at the ASRC building followed by a social. Those receiving awards are Robthom Farms, Lloyd Gunter, Dale Ludwig, and Walter Fagen. PAGE 21
Holstein USA: Tim Ewing talked about the 840 ID tags. If you are wanting to switch to these tags you must have a premise ID number. In Missouri, it is easy to get a number and Tim can help get that for you if needed. Jodi Hoynoski from Holstein USA was in attendance and gave a State of the Association report. 2014 was a very successful year for Holstein USA. National award nominations are due February 28th and applications are available on the website. She announced that Brad Groves is now a trustee on the Holstein Foundation Board. University of Missouri Extension: Ted Probert reported on the Margin Protection trainings the extension have put on in the last few months. They have worked on the Dairy Revitalization program as well. The Southwest Center is conducting trials on fescue varieties, milk replacers, and feed efficiency. The Dairy Profit Seminars are scheduled for the week of February 23rd and the list of seminars are in the program. The Dairy Grazing Conference is scheduled for July 7-8, 2015. Tony Rickard retired this past year and his replacement is Reagan Bluel. The judging team traveled to Europe and had a great experience and won some awards. They thank us for our support for the team. The new judging team judged at the World Dairy Expo. Cow Camp is scheduled for the last week of May and the judging camp dates have not been set yet. Ted thanked Eric Adkins and John Denbigh for all of their hard work with the University dairy herd. Dairy Shrine: Ray Schooley talked about the Dairy Shrine. It is $50 to become a member and includes all breeds leaders and youths. He has applications and money raised goes to fund $50,000 in scholarships that are awarded. State Fair: Amy Jo Estes, the new dairy superintendant, talked about what she plans for the year. The numbers of exhibitors have been falling for a number of years and she would like to find ways to increase exhibitor and spectator numbers. She is planning a State Fair “Selfie” contest for this year. Another idea that Farm Bureau has done was a dairy dash 5K run on the fairgrounds, possibly on Sunday morning. She suggested utilizing the new MFA building to have the junior show in as it would be more visible to spectators as they are walking by. It was brought up that there needs to be more seating and that the dirt needs to be packed more to show. Amy will look into these things more. Amy asked for judge suggestions. Michelle Eilenstine mentioned the use of the National Judges List available on the Holstein USA website. Jason Ewing asked about the new no needle rule and it is believed to only apply to market animals. Amy Jo is very excited and any suggestions are welcome to help improve the State Fair experience. COMMITTEE REPORTS: Show and Futurity: Becky Durst reported on the committee meeting. They will look into getting a professional photographer for the State Fair. The Southern National Spring Show is scheduled for April 7-11, 2015 in Stillwater, OK. Becky is taking suggestions for a Spring Show judge. Aaron Heinzman was recommended. The committee recommended to continue with the point system with State Fair 20 points, Spring Show 15 points, and District Show 10 points. The bonus points for national shows were recommended to be changed from 8 points in the top half placing and 4 points in the bottom half placing to 8 points top 1/3 placing, 4 points middle 1/3 placing, and 0 points bottom 1/3 placing. The Spring Show will take place at 10 am March 21st, 2015 in Columbia, MO. Cattle may begin arriving after 6 pm on Thursday, March 19th. The entry fees will remain the same at $25 with late fee at $35. Class sponsorships will be $50. This year we will not give plaques or prize money to save money to the Association. The University does not have straw available to sell at this time but John Denbigh will look into this matter more. The Northeast district will pay $200 towards the judge and sponsor a class. Larry Wright moved that we do away with the point system for All-Missouri and go to a one time show at State Fair, Jodi Wright seconded, motion failed. The 2014 Futurity was held October 18th 2014 at the College of the Ozarks, Point Lookout, MO. There were 9 head exhibited and 4 breeders. No juniors exhibited. There were 82 total head entered and 8 breeders. The total pot was $2050, there was $600 in sponsor money, and expenses totaled $662.20. The total payout to exhibitors was $1987.80. The College of the Ozarks will host again this year and the date is tentatively set for Saturday, October 17, 2015. The judge was discussed and the committee would like to ask the top judge from the 4-H judging team to judge the futurity. This way we don’t have to spend money to pay a judge. This year it would be Bailee Whitehead. Jodi Wright moved that we approve the judge suggestion, Andrea Scrivner seconded, motion passed. Futurity entries for 2017 are due February 1, 2015. Sale Committee: Jason Ewing gave a sale report. The sale was a great success and the overall average was $3913.54 and live lot average was $4285. He thanked Larry Wright, Tim Ewing, Michelle Eilenstine, and Jodi Wright for all of their hard work to make the event successful. We are planning another sale for next year and hope to keep it at 25 lots and increase the quality every year. Awards: Roy Parsons reported that the Juniors do their own awards and would like to extend our help in any way to increase the number award applicants by the juniors. The Cow of the Year award has seen a decrease in number of nominees in the past years. It was set up to help the Mid-States by having nominees take out a full page ad. It was asked what we could do to increase participation. Michelle Eilenstine suggested the use of the Pulsator, it could be a cheaper alternative to those nominating and ads could be put in there. Also, they could be sent out earlier to give people more time to vote and the possibility of online voting was suggested. The committee feels that they need to do more with the Distinguished Member Service award and Master Breeder award for this year. They would like to be able to give out some for next year and are encouraging people to nominate for these awards. The Paul Selkin Award for herdsmanship is located in the Dairy Hall of Honors. Juniors: Lora Wright reported that she was the newly elected President of the Missouri Holstein Junior Association. She said that the new slate of officers was elected in their meeting. The Junior All-Missouri point system will remain the same, State Fair 20 points, District Show 16 points, and Spring Show 10 points. They are planning on a calf raffle or 50/50 drawing for a fundraiser this year. They will have a food booth at Spring Show. They will give each junior participating at the National Convention $50. Futurity participants will receive $25. They will pay $100 to sponsor Cow Camp and pay $500 towards the stipend for the Junior Advisor. They will be selling 100 anniversary t-shirts beginning at Spring Show. Nominating: Al Brandt gave the nominations for officers as President-Jay Moreland, Vice President- Brad Groves, Secretary-Treasurer- Michelle Eilenstine, and Director-At-Large-Tommy Scrivner. Lunch break - Reconvened after lunch OLD BUSINESS: History Book: John Underwood reported that the History books are still for sale. Eric Ling mentioned that we could give a copy of the History book to each FFA chapter in the state. It was agreed this was a good way to distribute the unsold books. John talked about the need to continue to collect information that was not included in the book or that has happened since the book was published. He offered to collect and store the information. Ed Wittorf moved that the Missouri Holstein Association support John in his efforts to keep Missouri history. It was seconded and motion passed. John will chose a committee to work with him on this. PAGE 22
Mid-States Subscription: Jay Moreland moved that we include on the membership card an optional space to pay for a subscription to the MidStates Holstein News. Tommy Scrivner seconded, motion passed, Michelle will collect and submit subscriptions to Mid-States Holstein News. 4-H Team: Eric Ling said that the 4-H Team who went to Europe was to give a presentation on their trip, we should contact them to set that up for the membership. NEW BUSINESS: Field Day: Michelle Eilenstine said that Al Brandt offered to host the 2015 Field Day at his farm. It was agreed that we accept Al’s offer. Facebook- Michelle Eilenstine talked about the success of the Facebook page that was started in October. It was highly used to advertise the sale with great success. Plans are to continue to utilize it to advertise our activities. Pulsator: Michelle Eilenstine reported that we can utilize the Pulsator more to get information to the membership. The Pulsator is relatively cheap, about $125 per issue, and can be sent out quickly. Michelle is going to start sending them 6 times per year. Finance Report: Jay Moreland reported that the finance committee met and came up with a rough estimate for a budget based on the sale last night. They estimate a budget of about $6000 profit for 2015. Nominating Report: Jodi Wright moved that the By-Laws changes take effect March 15, 2015. Jason Ewing seconded, motion passed. The nominating committee recommended President-Jay Moreland, Vice President- Brad Groves, Secretary-Treasurer- Michelle Eilenstine, and Director-AtLarge-Tommy Scrivner. Larry Wright was nominated from the floor for the Director-At-Large position. It was moved and seconded that the nominations cease for the Director-At-Large position. Motion passed. Ballots were handed out to members to vote for Director-At-Large. For President Jay Moreland, Mariana Thompson moved that nominations cease and Jay be elected by acclimation, Rick King seconded, motion passed. For Vice-President Brad Groves, Jason Ewing moved that Brad Groves be approved as Vice-President, Janice Perry seconded, motion passed. For Secretary-Treasurer Michelle Eilenstine, Mariana Thompson moved that nominations cease and Michelle be elected by acclimation, Janice Perry seconded, motion passed. The ballots were counted and Larry Wright was elected for Director-At-Large. History: Mariana Thompson talked about those herds who did not submit stories for the History book should be encouraged to submit their stories to John to have in our history files. ANNOUNCEMENTS: Janice Ling brought up that we should print the resolutions rather than read them during the meeting. She thought that we had decided to do that last year. Michelle did not recall that from the minutes. Larry Wright thanked everyone for coming to the Field Day at their farm. It was well attended and a great success. Jason Ewing moved the meeting be adjourned, Rick King seconded, motion passed. Meeting adjourned. Respectfully submitted, Michelle Eilenstine
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2014 Resolutions Missouri Holstein Association
Annual Meeting, Saturday, January 24, 2015, Springfield, MO The committee met and recommends the following resolutions for your consideration at the 99th annual convention of the Missouri Holstein Association. Be it resolved: The Missouri Holstein Association expresses its sincere appreciation to the MDA and Dave Drennan for their work and organization of the 2015 Heart of America Dairy Expo. Be it resolved: That Sue Ann Steele, Mid States News editor; Kate Geppert, managing editor, Jodi Wright, website manager, and Michelle Eilenstine, secretary-treasurer be commended for their hard work and diligent efforts. Be it resolved: That the Missouri Holstein Association expresses thanks to the Larry Wright family for hosting the 2014 Field Day. Whereas the Missouri Holstein Association is sincerely interested and considers itself a vital part of the dairy industry in the State of Missouri, be it resolved that the members individually and the corporate associations pledge support and offer its leadership to the following: 1. Mark Witherspoon and Mid-South Dairy Records. 2. Dave Drennan and the Missouri Dairy Association. 3. Missouri State Department of Agriculture, under the direction of director Richard Fordyce and his staff, including the animal health department, the director of the Missouri State Fair and especially Kate Geppert, dairy superintendent. 4. The University of Missouri, College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources: The Commercial Ag Program, and the entire dairy extension specialist team. The Midwest Dairy Association with special commendation to Ron Gruisimier and Stacy Dohle. 5. The 4-H and FFA youth organizations through their educational and leadership building experiences. 6. Be it further resolved that our Association continue to underwrite, support, and encourage participation in the district shows, futurity, spring show, field day, and the Missouri State Convention Sale. 7. A special thanks to Robthom farm for hosting Cow Camp for the juniors, understanding that the future of our organization, breed and industry is dependent upon interest, training, and leadership development of our youth. 8. Be it resolved that our association continue to support and encourage the Missouri Junior Association for the excellent job they are doing. Congratulations to the juniors who competed at the 2014 National Convention: Dairy Bowl: Lora and Blake Wright and Taylor and Kiera Groves, and coaches Brad and Gail Groves. Folding Display Contest: Katelyn McClellan, Audrey McClellan, and Grant Groves. Senior Jeopardy: Charlie Brooks and Audrey McClellan. Banner: Taylor and Kiera Groves and Lora and Blake Wright. Digital Scrapbook: Lora Wright. Public Speaking: Lora Wright and Audrey McClellan. We would like to congratulate the 2013 Missouri 4-H Judging Team of Bailee Whitehead, Steven Nelson, Tucker Peterson, and Brittney Groves on their success and opportunity in the International Dairy Judging Tour. Congratulations to the 2014 Missouri 4-H Dairy Judging Team of Tyler Kirkdoerfer, Meagan Fry, Morgan Reed, and Matthew Owings and their success at the World Dairy Expo. 9. Be it resolved: A special thanks to Robert and Janice Perry and Shannon Kleiboeker on their outstanding job as junior committee leaders, and all those who helped them. 10. Be it resolved: A special thanks to Becky Durst for chairing the Futurity and the College of the Ozarks for hosting the 2014 Futurity. 11. Be it resolved: The Missouri Holstein Association expresses special thanks to this years officers, for their many hours of work and dedication to the cause of Registered Holsteins in the State of Missouri: Eric Ling, president; Jay Moreland , vice president; Brad Groves, director at large; and Michelle Eilenstine, secretary manager. 12. Be it resolved: The Missouri Holstein Association commends Sara Parker Pauley, Director of the Missouri Department of Natural Resources, for her cooperation and common sense approach to dairy farming and the environment in the State of Missouri. 13. Be it resolved: The Missouri Holstein Association thanks Dave Drennan, the MDA, Forrest Lucas, and all of the organizations for their effort and support to ensure the passage of Missouri’s Amendment One, the Right to Farm. 14. Be it resolved: The Missouri Holstein Association expresses its sincere sympathy to all the families who have lost loved ones during the past years. 15. Be it resolved that in recognition that the education of present and future generations of producers is vital to the growth and well being of the dairy industry in Missouri. The Missouri Holstein Association strongly urges the University of Missouri administration to fund and staff the positions being vacated. 16. Be it resolved: Missouri Holstein Association congratulates all of this year’s inductees into the Missouri Dairy Hall of Honors. 17. Be it resolved: Missouri Holstein Association congratulates Groves-Vu Farm for receiving the 2013 Cow of the Year Award with Groves-Vu Toystory Rona. 18. Be it resolved: The Missouri Holstein Association congratulates Lora Wright for the outstanding achievement for winning the National Young Distinguished Junior Member award. 19. Be it resolved: The Missouri Holstein Association congratulates Robthom Farms for winning the Elite Breeder Award at the 2014 National Convention. Respectfully submitted: Ed Wittorff, chairman; Ed Steele, John Underwood PAGE 24
2015 Resolutions Missouri Holstein Association
Annual Meeting, Saturday, January 23, 2016, Springfield, MO The committee met and recommends the following resolutions for your consideration at the 100th annual convention of the Missouri Holstein Association. Be it resolved: The Missouri Holstein Association expresses its sincere appreciation to the MDA and Dave Drennan for their work and organization of the 2016 Heart of America Dairy Expo. Be it resolved: That Sue Ann Steele, Mid States News editor; Kate Geppert, managing editor, Jodi Wright, website manager, secretary-treasurer be commended for their hard work and diligent efforts. Be it resolved: That the Missouri Holstein Association expresses thanks to Swan Creek Farm, Alfred Brandt and family, for hosting the 2015 Field Day. Whereas the Missouri Holstein Association is sincerely interested and considers itself a vital part of the dairy industry in the State of Missouri, be it resolved that the members individually and the corporate associations pledge support and offer its leadership to the following: 1. Mark Witherspoon, General Manager, Executive Secretary-Treasurer Mid-South Dairy Records. 2. Dave Drennen, Executive Secretary Missouri Dairy Association. 3. Missouri State Department of Agriculture, under the direction of director Richard Fordyce and his staff, including the animal health department, director of the Missouri State Fair and Amy Jo Estes, dairy superintendent. 4. The University of Missouri, College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources: The Commercial Ag Program, and dairy extension team. The Midwest Dairy Association with special commendation to Ron Grusenmeyer and Stacy Dohle. 5. The 4-H and FFA youth organizations through their educational and leadership building experiences. 6. Be it further resolved that our Association continue to underwrite, support, and encourage participation in the district shows, futurity, spring show, field day, and the Missouri State Convention Sale. 7. A special thanks to Robthom farm for hosting Cow Camp for the juniors, understanding that the future of our organization, breed and industry is dependent upon interest, training, and leadership development of our youth. 8. Be it resolved that our association continue to support and encourage the Missouri Junior Association for the excellent job they are doing. Congratulations to the juniors who competed at the 2015 National Convention: Folding Display Contest: Katelyn McClellan, Audrey McClellan, and Abby Hood. Dairy Jeopardy: Lora Wright, Charlie Brooks, and Blake Wright – 3rd Place Jr Jeopardy. Banner: Taylor and Kiera Groves. Public Speaking: Lora Wright – 1st Intermediate Division and Audrey McClellan. Missouri Holstein Assn. winning the “Penny War” 9. Be it resolved: A special thanks to Robert and Janice Perry and Shannon Kleiboeker on their outstanding job as junior committee leaders, and all those who helped them. 10. Be it resolved: A special thanks to Becky Durst for chairing the Futurity and the College of the Ozarks for hosting the 2015 Futurity. 11. Be it resolved: The Missouri Holstein Association expresses special thanks to this years officers, for their many hours of work and dedication to the cause of Registered Holsteins in the State of Missouri: President, Jay Moreland ; Vice president, Brad Groves; Director at large, Larry Wright; and Michelle Eilenstine / Jodi Wright, secretary-treasurer. 12. Be it resolved: The Missouri Holstein Association commends Sara Parker Pauley, Director of the Missouri Department of Natural Resources, for her cooperation and common sense approach to dairy farming and the environment in the State of Missouri. 13. Be it resolved: The Missouri Holstein Association expresses its sincere sympathy to all the families who have lost loved ones during the past years. 14. Be it resolved that in recognition that the education of present and future generations of producers is vital to the growth and well being of the dairy industry in Missouri. The Missouri Holstein Association strongly urges the University of Missouri administration to fund and staff the Dairy Nutrition and State Dairy Extension positions. 15. Be it resolved: Missouri Holstein Association congratulates all of this year’s inductees into the Missouri Dairy Hall of Honors. 16. Be it resolved: Missouri Holstein Association congratulates Toecky Farm for receiving the 2014 Cow of the Year Award with Toecky Kendall Anna-Leigh.
Respectfully submitted: Ed Wittorff, chairman; Ed Steele, Barry Steevens PAGE 25
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