December 2008 Mid-States Holstein News

Mid-States Holstein News

December 2008

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Making Their Mammas Proud ECHO-L-DD ERICKA-ET Dundee X Exotic 1st Fall Calf, Missouri Spring Show Res. Jr Champion, Missouri Spring Show Jr Champion, NE District Show Member All-Missouri Jr Best 3 Females 3rd Fall Calf, Southern National 3rd Fall Calf, Missouri State Fair 3rd Fall Calf, Mid-East Fall National 7th Fall Calf, Grand National Junior Show

BUDJON-JK COUST EXOTIC-ET EX-91

ECHO-L-DD GOLDWYN BAMBI-ET Goldwyn X Bambi All-Missouri Winter Calf 1st Winter Calf, Missouri State Fair 2nd Winter Calf, Grand National Junior Show 1st Bred & Owned Winter Calf, Grand National Jr Show 4th Winter Calf, Southern National 9th Winter Calf, Mid-East Fall National

SPARKLEDUE LEDUC BJS BABY EX-90

Choice From Eve to the Holiday ETSale

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Mid-States Holstein News

DEC 2008

Inside: Kansas State Fair Results Arkansas State Fair Results All-Oklahoma Results Missouri State Sale & Futurity Report Holstein USA Regional Meeting Missouri Dairy Forum

VOLUME 130

Published: December 1

March 1

June 1

September 1

Sue Ann Steele, Editor

Rte. 4, Box 676 Butler, MO 64730 660.679.3495 Fax: 660.679.3495 Email: holstein@netection.net Kate Geppert, Managing Editor 5803 Redwing Drive Columbia, MO 65202 573.814.3148 or 573.808.5607 Fax: 573.814.3148 Email: dkgeppert@mchsi.com

ARKANSAS: President: Neil Hall, Clinton; VicePresident: Brian Hall, Bee Branch; Secretary/ Treasurer: Shelly Quattlebaum, P.O. Box 337, Grady, Ar; BOARD MEMBERS: Doug Herbaugh, Dr. Wayne Kellogg, Jodie Pennington, James Smith, Mike Quattlebaum, Randy Spears, Brian Weisenfels KANSAS: President: Roy Buessing; Vice-President: David Rottinghaus; Past President: David Whitehill; Secretary: Kerri Ebert, 4210 Wam-Teau Drive, Wamego, DIRECTORS: Vernon Dewerff, Eugene George, Dale Klassen, Carol Keen, Rob Leach, Joe Schmitz, David Siemens, Doug Unruh, Kevin Winter MISSOURI: President: Tony Whitehead ; VicePresident: Fritz Hegeman, Cosby; Secretary/Treasurer: Jodi Wright, Clever; Director-at-large: Tom Smith, Point Lookout, DIRECTORS: Shirley Best, Al Brandt, Dallas Cornelius, Steve Echelmeier, Eric Ling, Jay Moreland, Neal Nold, John Schoen, Marvin Schoen, Ed Steele, Sandy Thornhill, Betty Voskamp NEW MEXICO: President: Andy Vaz, Roswell; Vice-President; Buster Goff; Secretary/Treasurer: Wendy Zens, 190 Dairy Rd, Willard OKLAHOMA: President: Todd Mason, Kingfisher;, 1st Vice President: Tom Meyer, Okarche Secretary/ Treasurer: Angie Meyer, Rte. 4, Box 82, Okarche; DIRECTORS: Fred Chitwood, Norman Bayless, Steve Pope, David Jones, Brad Chapman TEXAS: President, Gerard Hoekman, Windthorst; Vice-President, Michael Schreiber, Windthorst; Sec/Treas: Elwyn Liggett, 519 Liggett Rd, Bellevue; DIRECTORS: John Koster, Joseph Osinga, Stanley Haedge, Gerrit Kerssies, Bradly Veitenheimer, Chad Steinberger, DeeDee Stoker The MID-STATES HOLSTEIN NEWS (ISSN 08842809) is published 4 times yearly - March, June, September, and December - by the Holstein Associations of Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Texas. Periodical postage paid at Butler, MO 64730 and at additional mailing offices. Subscription rate, $5.00, included in each state membership fee. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to MID-STATES HOLSTEIN NEWS, Kate Geppert, 5803 Redwing Dr, Columbia, MO 65202.

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On the Cover: Ms Bayless Champ Flipper-ET has been recognized by Holstein USA for her outstanding Fat record. She is now the World Champion! Flipper was bred by Norman Bayless, Gage, Oklahoma and was purchased in his dispersal by Derek Page, Mt. Vernon, Missouri. Lets all enjoy watching this outstanding cow continue to develop.

Ivan Strickler passed away December 9, 2008. A full obituary will appear in the March magazine.

STATEMENT OF OWNERSHIP, MANAGEMENT, CIRCULATION: The Mid-States Holstein News, publication number 0884-2809 is published 4 times per year. Sue Ann Steele, Rte 4, Box 676, Butler, MO 64730, Editor; Kate Geppert, 5803 Redwing Dr., Columbia, MO 65202, Managing Editor.

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Lotus Puts It All Together

GROVES-VU NATION LOTUS 2E-94 GMD DOM 6-09 365 2x 42,250 4.1 1742 3.1 1292 Lft: 1337 126,150 4.1 5144 3.1 3954 LOTUS is backed by 4 EX or VG dams

Her terrific daughters:

Groves-Vu Shottle Lizzie-ET Sired by Shottle +1625M +63F +46P +3.25T PTPI +1917M Lizzie was just fresh in October. Her Mac son is headed to Genex.

Groves-Vu Finley Lucky-ET VG-85 VG-MS@2-4 Sired by Finley 2-00 365 2x 30,630 4.0 1230 3.2 970 Lucky is just fresh with her 2nd calf.

Groves-Vu Fin Ladyluck-ET VG-85 VG-MS Sired by Finley 2-07 346 2x 25,800 2.8 734 3.4 889 Ladyluck is just fresh with her 2nd calf. She has an Advent-Red son available.

Groves-Vu Best Landry VG-85 VG-MS@2-5 2-01 365 2x 27,400 3.6 998 3.2 874 Groves-Vu Blitz Lassie-ET VG-86 VG-MS@2-11 2-02 214 2x 18,593 3.8 706 2.6 492 Inc Groves-Vu Blitz Lady-ET G+84 VG-MS@2-11 Sired by Blitz 2-03 177 2x 15,857 3.5 561 2.8 438 Lady has a Baxter bull available.

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Groves-Vu Marshall Caitllin 2E-91@6-8 Groves-Vu Ding Easy EX-90 EX-MS@7-9 Groves-Vu Roy Discover-ET VG-88 VG-MS@4-1 Groves-Vu Morty Doughnut VG-88 EX-MS@4-11 Groves-Vu Bond Taffy VG-88 EX-MS@6-1 Dixie-Lee Morty Aloise VG-87 VG-88-MS@3-1 Groves-Vu Outside Kelly VG-87 EX-MS@3-1 Groves-Vu Roy Diamond-ET VG-87 VG-MS@4-2 Bayless Rubens-RC Rita-ET VG-87 VG-MS@4-8 Dixie-Lee-Jons Morty Aurene VG-86 EX-MS@3-1 Bayless Hi Metro Prosper-ET VG-85 VG-MS@3-10 Groves-Vu Paul Latin VG-85 VG-MS@2-11 Groves-Vu Deann Avery VG-85 VG-MS@2-4 Groves-Vu S-Storm Ann-ET G+83 VG-MS@2-10 Groves-Vu Toystory Rona-ET G+83 VG-MS@2-2 Groves-Vu Goldwyn Delight G+83 VG-MS@2-10

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Genomics are coming! Genomics are coming! Like the cry of Paul Revere signaled the arrival of the British in 1776, the January 2009 USDA evaluations will include the first results of genomic testing. At the November 2008 meeting of the Holstein Association USA Board of Directors steps were taken to determine how genomic information will be labeled and used.

Through research projects and private testing approximately 2,450 Holstein females will have genomic information available. The A.I. industry has also been very active in obtaining genomic results on both their active and young sires with over 20,000 bulls tested. All animals which have been genomic tested and who have genomic results will be included in the January 2009 update and will be coded as a ‘G’. For instance, if a bull has been genomic tested, instead of having a TPI, he will have a GTPI. A female that has been genomic tested will have a GTPI also, instead of a PTPI or CTPI. Only the actual animal that has been genomic tested will be coded with a G. Their ancestors will not receive a genomic evaluation at this time.

The impact of genomics on some of Holstein’s most popular list has been a concern for many. To be included in Holstein’s Top 100 list, bulls must have a minimum of 80% U.S. reliability for production and type or 85% genomic reliability.

Changes will also be reflected in the copulation of the Red Book. To be included in the top 400 TPI bulls, they must have 70% reliability for production and type and at least 10 daughters included in their proof. There will also be a new section which will list the top 250 active young sires. These young sires cannot have any daughters in the production or type proof and will be ranked by either GTPI or PTPI. On the female side, changes were made to the top cow reports. Cows with a GTPI can be included in the Locator List, but first they must have an official lactation record and a required classification score. In other words, they must first have had an original CTPI before they received their GTPI to be eligible for the Locator List. A separate list will be created for GTPI animals that are not eligible for the Locator List, but have values high enough that they would have been included in the Locator List.

Genomic information will be a valuable management tool for Holstein breeders, but it is not a guarantee. Holstein USA geneticist Tom Lawlor looked at the USDA’s validation test file and identified 140 pairs of full siblings. In 71% of the time, the bull with the higher genomic prediction went on to obtain the higher predicted transmitting ability. For example using genomic and actual data for full brothers Mac and HHF, Mac has the higher genomic information which corresponds with his higher TPI of +1895 compared to HHF at +1516. But on the other side, full brothers O-Bee Ice Man and Juryman have a different result. Ice Man has the higher genomic information, but has a TPI of +1440, while Juryman has a TPI +1725.

There is still much more information to be considered with genomics. Presently, New Zealand is already including genomic information in their proofs and Canada expects to have information ready for inclusion for the April summaries.

Most of the European countries are still 12 to 16 months away from having genomic information. Holland is conducting genomic testing, but is not using the same test and is testing for fewer genetic traits.

Commercial genotypic testing for cows and heifers is now being offered through Holstein Association USA. Currently the cost is $250 per test. The information will be returned to the owner and will be included in the animal’s actual information.

Kate Geppert PAGE 4 - MSHN, December 2008

From the Field The year is coming to an end, and we are in the midst of the Holiday Season. Now is a good time to take a look at Holstein programs that can save your operation money and add value to your cattle. Holstein Complete is a program that offers you the opportunity to do both. Many of you are probably familiar with Holstein Complete, and hopefully, already enrolled and taking advantage of its benefits. For those that are still unfamiliar with Holstein Complete, it is a package pricing program that offers the core products and services for an annual fee.

Holstein Complete is designed to save money when compared to pricing the same programs and services individually. Your annual fee is based on the number of registered cows in your milking herd. Standard services that are included or covered by the Holstein Complete program are: One National Membership Registrations (no charge for female registrations under 3 months of age) Internet Pedigrees TriStar Premier Red Book or Red Book Plus/MultiMate One Area Classification (Classic, Standard or Limited option) $25 price cap on female registrations over 12 months of age Feel free to contact your Holstein Association Regional Representative if you have any questions regarding Holstein Complete or any other Holstein program.

Happy Holidays, Darin Johnson Holstein Association Regional Representative

2009 Southern National April 6 - 10 Stillwater, Oklahoma

Cattle may arrive: Monday, April 6 Cattle must be in place, Tues. April 7 Junior Show: 12:00 Noon Wed, April 8 Oklahoma State Sale: Thurs., April 9 Open Shows (Holstein & Jersey): 8:00 am Friday, April 10 Breeds will show together, classes will be alternated between Holsteins & Jersey

All cattle will be released on Friday.

Entries are due March 1.

The schedule has been changed for 2009 due to the Easter weekend.

For more information, contact Angie Meyer, 405-298-0082

The entry deadline will be strictly enforced

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Flipper - World Fat Leader MS Bayless Champ Flipper-ET, a four-year-old Registered Holstein owned by Derek Page, Mt. Vernon, Mo., has produced a record that makes her the all-time champion for butterfat production in a single lactation in the Holstein breed.

Calving at 3 years 9 months of age, Flipper completed a 365-day record on three times-a-day milking of 3,705 pounds of butterfat. She produced 64,130 pounds of milk and 1,891 pounds of protein, both of which rank Flipper first nationally for milk and protein in the senior-three-year-old division as well. She peaked at 242 pounds in one day.

Classified Excellent-91 at 4 years 1 month of age, Flipper produced a great lactation as a two-year-old as well, with 42,870 pounds of milk, 1,730 pounds of butterfat and 1,305 pounds of protein on three times-a-day milking, calving at 2-2.

“Anyone who has had a cow like Flipper knows there’s a lot of luck involved in making this kind of record,” Page said.

“What’s most phenomenal about Flipper is her exceptional udder quality. I’ve never seen a cow milk this much and have such great udder quality.”

Flipper is a daughter of Calbrett-I H H Champion-ET and is out of Clinita Terry Future-ET, an EX-92 Dam of Merit with a top record of 3-9, 2x, 365d, 36,420M, 795F, 973P. Page purchased Flipper in the Norman Bayless dispersal in April 2006, and less than two weeks later she was the fourth place senior two-year-old at the Southern National Holstein show.

Page said one of the funniest things about Flipper’s record is that he didn’t want her to milk that much because he wanted to show her as a three-year-old at World Dairy Expo.

“We tried to slow her down by just giving her hay and grain,” Page said, “but she just kept losing condition, so we put her on a TMR and away she went. If we hadn’t tried to slow her down, she probably would have set the all-time milk record too.”

Derek farms with his parents, Leon and Betty. The 100cow Holstein herd has a rolling herd average of nearly 30,000 pounds of milk

Elliott Joins Holstein USA as Regional Rep

Joining the Holstein Association USA staff in January 2009 as the new Southwest Regional Representative is Jenny Elliott of Hico, Texas. Elliott graduates from Tarleton State University Jenny Elliott with a Bachelor of Science and Agriculture Services and Development degree this December.

After her training, Elliott plans to relocate to the Stephenville, Texas area as she works with Oklahoma, Texas and New Mexico dairymen.

“Holsteins have been my background,” says Elliott. “I want to be a voice for agriculture and work with the Holstein industry which has been very good for me.”

Elliott goals are to increase new Holstein business and continue the strong relationship that the Holstein Association already has in the area by having a visible presence “I want everyone to know who I am and that if they have a question that they can call me directly and I will do what I can to help them.”

“I really enjoy meeting people. One of the things I am most anticipating is seeing all the different herds and the variety of production styles.” Elliott added.

“Jenny knows the area and is a real go-getter,” said Regional Representative Tri-Captain Andrew King. He added that she will start training January 3, spending time both in Brattleboro, Vermont and working with him in the Western US area.

Elliott has been a familiar face in the showring around the region exhibiting from the local to national level. She has also been active in the Texas Junior Holstein Association.

Through several internships during her college career, Elliott has gained valuable sales training and experience in working with people.

35th Clinton County Classic Saturday, March 21, 2009 Carlyle, Illinois

May your holidays be filled with joy and laughter!

Top Consignments are now being accepted!

Contact any of the following for more information.

Sale Chairman: Bob Fruend: 618/920-5375 Lester Huels: 618/594-3328 Jason Oertle: 618/779-9060 Mike Netemeyer: 618/292-8180 Ringmen will include Kenneth Hall, Tony Whitehead & Les Terpstra.

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The Kind We Sell!

2nd High Seller in 2008 at $9500.00 Koeble Shottle Lianna-ET

2009 Missouri Dair y Forum January 30-31, 2009, Resort at Port Arrowhead, Lake Ozark, Missouri Sponsored by Missouri Dairy Association, Missouri Holstein Association, Missouri Guernsey Breeders Association, Missouri Jersey Cattle Club, Missouri Dairy Growth Council, and the Sho-Mo Dairy Heifer Growers Association Friday, Januar y 30 8:00 a.m. Coffee, milk and pastries 8:30 Registration and visit with exhibitors 9:25 Call to order - Larry Purdom, President, Missouri Dairy Association 9:30 “Changing Consumers, Changing World, Changing Dairies and Changing Checkoff“ - Stan Erwine, Vice President, Producer Relations, Dairy Management Inc., sponsored by Midwest Dairy Association 10:10 “Profitably Managing Critical Nutritional Costs” - Tyler Bramble, PhD, Western Regional Manager, Alltech - sponsored by Alltech 10:50 “Reproductive Management Update -The Utilization of Estrumate in Your Breeding Program” - Dr. Norman Stewart, Manager of Livestock Technical Services, Intervet/ Schering-Plough Animal Health, sponsored by Intervet/Schering-Plough Animal Health 11:30 Break - visit with exhibitors Noon Luncheon with Missouri Supreme Court Justice Mary Russell and MDA’s 25th Anniversary Celebration 1:30 p.m. MDA 25th Annual Meeting with Policy Development Session 2:15 Sho-Mo Dairy Heifer Growers Association Annual Meeting 3:15 Refreshments 4:30 Missouri Holstein Association (MHA) committee meetings 4:30 MDA 25th Annual Meeting adjourns - visit with exhibitors 5:00 Missouri Guernsey Breeders Association (MGBA) committee meetings 5:00 Youth Activity Room 6:00 MHA Board Meeting 7:00 MGBA Board Meeting Saturday Januar y 31, 2009 7:30 a.m. Continental Breakfast and visit with exhibitors 8:00 Missouri Holstein Association Annual Meeting 9:00 Missouri Junior Guernsey Breeders Meeting (MGBA Annual Meeting immediately following) 9:00 Missouri Junior Holstein Association Annual Meeting and Princess/Little Miss Interviews 11:00 Missouri Jersey Cattle Club Board Meeting 11:15 Missouri Holstein Association Junior Awards Noon Fun auction with items provided by Missouri Holstein Districts, Trade Show Closes 12:30 p.m. Luncheon and Crowning of Holstein Princess and Little Miss 1:30 MHA and Missouri Holstein Junior Association Annual Meetings For meal reservations, contact the Missouri Dairy Association, Dave Drennan 1954 Sumter Ridge Court, Chesterfield, MO 63017, email dairystl@aol.com or call 636/519-9300.

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2008 Kansas State Fair September 8, 2008 Judge: David Jones, Stillwater, Ok Spring Heifer Calf 1. Miss-Long-Green Fargo, Brittnay George, Baldwin City, KS; 2. Rokeyroad Advent Sammie-ET, Rokeyroad/Benfer/ Sumac Valley, Sabetha, KS; 3. Rokeyroad Promote Dolly, Rokeyroad/Benfer/ Sumac Valley.

Winter Heifer Calf 1. Poor-Richs Aster Red-ET, Rob & Lisa Leach; 2. Rokeyroad Blitz Entice-ET, Rokeyroad/Benfer/Sumac Valley; 3.

Key Jewel Deply Dottie, Kevin Fast, Moundridge.

Fall Heifer Calf 1. Lin-crest Dundee Beauty-ET, Rob & Lisa Leach; 2. MBBK Duplex ApacheET, Roy Buessing; 3. C-Cove Allegiance Bonsai, Casey George, Baldwin City Summer Yearling Heifer 1. Rokeyroad Advent Sunday-RedET, Rokeyroad/Benfer/Sumac Valley; 2. Exels Aspen Yvonne 14265, John Marchand, Trent, SD. Spring Yearling Heifer 1. Rokeyroad Stormatic Kitty-ET, Rokeyroad/Benfer/Sumac Valley; 2.

Elmbridge Talent Cindy, Rokeyroad/ Benfer/Sumac Valley; 3. LC-MLG Son Trinity-ET, Rob & Lisa Leach.

Winter Yearling Heifer 1.Lincrest Advent Twilite, Rob & Lisa Leach; 2. Poor-Richs Tribute Amber, Roy

Kansas State Fair Grand Champion Poor-Richs Rbns Aspen-Red-ET

Buessing; 3. Cowtown Silent Night-ET, Rokeyroad/Benfer/Sumac Valley.

Junior Champion Rokeyroad Stormatic Kitty-ET Res. Junior Champion Elmbridge Talent Cindy Junior 3 Best Females 1. Rokeyroad/Benfer/Sumac Valley; 2.

Rob & Lisa Leach; 3. Doug Unruh Dry 3 & 4 Year Old Cow 1. Miss-Long Green Zenith Era, Casey George, Baldwin City Jr 2 Year Old Cow 1. Miss-Long-Green Izabella-ET, Casey George; 2. Plain-O JW Roy Glamour, Rottinghaus Holsteins; 3. Miss-Talent Rena Rae-Red-ET, Rokeyroad/Benfer/ Sumac Valley.

Sr 2 Year Old Cow 1. Miss-Long-Green Champion Alarm,

Casey George; 2. Henkeseen Durham Heidi-ET, Rottinghaus Holsteins; 3.

VT Pondview Dundee Mae-ET, Doug Unruh.

Jr 3 Year Old Cow 1. Plain-O Champion Emma, Rottinghaus Holsteins; 2. Rokeyroad Allen Rebeka; Rokeyroad/Benfer/Sumac Valley; 3.

Ell-Bar Rubens Icy, Ell Bar Farm Sr 3 Year Old Cow 1. Benner Lheros Pepper, Rokeyroad/ Benfer/Sumac Valley; 2. Duckett JK Linjet Sassy, Rottinghaus Holsteins; 3.

R&L Ambush Mocha, Maggie Seiler.

Intermediate Champion Lheros Pepper Res. Intermediate Champion Duckett JK Linjet Sassy 4 Year Old Cow 1. Poor-Richs Rbns Aspen-Red-ET, Rottinghaus Holsteins; 2. Miss-LongGreen Stormatic Alexis, Casey George; 3. Ratliff Sambo Marcia, Ron & Christy Ratliff, Garnett, KS. 5 Year Old Cow 1. Charverne Durham Price, Casey George; 2. Ell-Bar Fond Hallie, Ell Bar Farm Aged Cow 1.Valevue LJ Royal Rose-ET, Rottinghaus Holsteins; 2. Key-Jewel Linjus Kate, Kevin Fast Grand Champion Poor-Richs Rubens Aspen-Red-ET

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Kansas State Fair continued Res. Sr. & Grand Champion Miss-Long-Green Stormatic Alexis Produce of Dam 1. Rottinghaus/Leach; 2. Ell Bar Farm; 3. Doug Unruh; 4. Dwight Rokey Daughter-Dam 1. Rottinghaus Holsteins; 2. Doug Unruh; 3. Casey George.

Dairy Herd 1.Casey George; 2. Dwight Rokey; 3.

Ell Bar Farm Premier Breeder George Dairy Cattle Premier Exhibitor Rottinghaus Holsteins Herdsmanship Award Ell Bar Farm

2008 Arkansas State Fair October 12, 2008 Judge: Trish Cobb Winter Calf 1. Tencleve Cleo VIP, Tencleve Farms Fall Calf 1. Rockwin Roy Blair, Rockwin Dairy; 2.

Billinda Jon June, Jennifer Smith Spring Yearling 1. Tencleve Norman Jackie, Tencleve Farms 2. Billinda Payday 258, Jennifer Smith Winter Yearling 1.Billinda Roy 1663, Jennifer Smith Fall Yearling 1. Tencleve Zenith Satin, Tencleve Farms; 2. Billinda Blitz, Will Smith; 3. Herbaugh Persia Rucind, Beau Herbaugh Jr Champion Tencleve Zenith Satin Res. Jr Champion Tencleve Cleo VIP Jr 2 Yr Old 1. Hi-Lane-Haven Varsity-Red, Beau Herbaugh 2. Rockwin Marty Kristy, Tencleve Farms 3. Billinda Roy Bailey, Tencleve Farms Sr 2 Yr Old 1. Rockwin Roy Annie, Rockwin Dairy; 2. Beau Herbaugh Jr 3 Yr Old 1. R&B-T Gibson VIP, Tencleve Farms Sr 3 Yr Old 1. Kimala Lheros Jolee, Rockwin Dairy 4 Year Old 1. Herbaugh Red Marker L, Beau Herbaugh 5 & 6 Yr Old 1. Roblee Leader Tinepinto, Rockwin Dairy Dry Cow 1. Pretz Leduc Berm, Beau Herbaugh Sr & Grand Champion Rockwin Roy Annie Res. Sr. & Grand Champion Hi-Lane-Haven Varsity-Red Premier Breeder Jennifer Smith Premier Exhibitor Tencleve Farms Senor Showmanship Beau Herbaugh PAGE 10 - MSHN, December 2008

All-Oklahoma Holstein Show 2008 Tulsa State Fair Judge: Kevin Winter Winter Heifer Calf 1.M6 Damion Bai, Kristen Meyer Fall Heifer Calf 1.Hillpoint April-Red-ET, Chupp Farm; 2. M6 Damion Charity, Lauren Meyer; 3. Halls JR Racing Starting, Cimarron Valley Farm Summer Yearling 1.Dapledale J Lo Dundee, Josh Meyer; 2. Erbacres Advent Drama-ET; Mason Dairy Farm; 3. Blackmeg Copper Sambo Mae, Jennifer Roberts Spring Yearling 1.Sooner Banview Chelsey, Oklahoma State University; 2. Morrisland Lou Terra, Taylor German; 3. J-Hanna 1078, Kaitlyn Kelley Winter Yearling 1.Lar-Lin Blitz 664, Kaylynn Million; 2. Sunny-Da Damion Roxy, Kayler Campbell Fall Yearling 1.Friendship Lee Mistic-ET, Chupp Farms; 2. Da-Mar-Vue Heros, Taylor German; 3. B&R Kenneth Crystal 2, Kaitlyn Kelley Junior Champion Sooner Banview Chelsey Res. Jr Champion Hillpoint April-Red-ET Jr. 2 Yr Old 1.Sooner Morty Dot, Oklahoma State University; 2. Royal-Haven Advent JadeRed, Mason Dairy Farm Sr. 2 Yr Old 1.Golden-Dew Stormin Ruby-ET, Mason Dairy Farm; 2. Sooner Mr Sam Isabel, Oklahoma State University; 3. Clearfield SS Dara-ET, Morrisland Dairy 3 Yr Old 1.Vazdale Morty 5491, Mason Dairy Farm 4 Yr Old 1.Jons-Boy Hi Metro Okie, Morrisland Dairy; 2, Smithex Durham Shelby, Mason Dairy Farm 5 Yr Old 1.Hoff-Hill Canyon Miss Nicky, Mason Dairy Farm, 2. BH Encore Ada, Josh Meyer; 3. Silverview-Lane 61-03, Mason Dairy Farm Aged Cow 1.Smithex Rubens Naomi, Mason Dairy Farm Dry Cow 1.Smithex Merchant Nickel, Mason Dairy Farm Sr. & Grand Champion Jon-Boys Hi Metro Okie Res. Sr. & Grand Champion Hoff-Hill Canyon Miss Nicky Best Three Females 1.Oklahoma State University; 2. Lauren Meyer; 3. Hattie Stanbridge Daughter/Dam 1.Mason Dairy Farm Exhibitors Herd 1.Mason Dairy Farm; 2. Lauren Meyer Premier Exhibitor Mason Dairy Farm Premier Breeder Oklahoma State University

2008 Oklahoma State Fair Sept. 20, 2008 Oklahoma City, OK Winter Heifer Calf 1.M-6 Damion Bai, Kristin Meyer Fall Heifer Calf 1.M-6 Damion Charity, Lauren Meyer Summer Yrlg 1.Dapledale J Lo Dundee, Mason Dairy Farm; 2. Erbacres Advent Drama, Mason Dairy Farm Fall Yearling 1.Sooner Tribute Susie Junior Champion Sooner Tribute Susie Res. Jr Champion Dapledale J Lo Dundee 2 Yr Old 1.Royal-Haven Advent Jade-Red, Mason Dairy Farm; 2. Golden-Dew Stormin Ruby-ET, Mason Dairy Farm 3 Yr Old 1.Vazdale Morty 5491, Mason Dairy Farm Aged Cow 1.B-H Encore Ada 3803, Josh Meyer; 2. Hoff-Hill Canyon Miss Nicky, Mason Dairy Farm Sr & Grand Champion Royal-Haven Advent Jade-Red Res. Sr & Grand Champion B-H Encore Ada 3803 Exhibitors Herd 1. M-6 Dairy

2008 International Holstein Show

Madison, Wisconsin Kingsmill Futurity Champion Miss Macland Sept Juliet-ET, Nathan & Adam Goldenberg & Milky Way Dairy, McGregor, TX 5th Spring Heifer: Miss Rosi’s Rosette, Kalli Keen & Nathan Iager, KS 4th Jr. 3-Yr Old: Miss Macland Sept Juliet-ET, Nathan & Adam Goldenberg& Milky Way Dairy, McGregor, TX

International Red & White Show

Madison, Wisconsin Nasco International Type & Production Award: Derrwyn Miss Special-Red-ET 1st 125.000 lb Derrwyn Miss SpecialRed-ET, Tom Mercuro, Nate & Adam Goldenberg , McGregor, TX 1st Fall Yrlg(Jr Show & Res Jr Champ Jr Show): Scenic-Edge SS Lori-RedET, Kate Probert & Bailee Whitehead, Conway, MO 2nd Jr 3 Yr: Reedale S Storm June-Red, Nate & Adam Goldenberg, McGregor 3rd Fall Yrlg: Scenic-Edge SS Lori-RedET, Kate Probert & Bailee Whitehead, Conway, MO 3rd 4 Yr: Poor-Richs Rbns Aspn-Red, Don Rottinghaus, Seneca, KS 3rd 125,000 lb Cow: Goldfawn Sir Renita-Red, Abbi Lea Goldenberg, McGregor, TX

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Breeze will be flushed again before breeding.

Look out for her at Fort Worth in the Aged Cow Class!.

It Was A Great Day in Tulsa!

2008 All-Oklahoma Winners

All-Oklahoma Spring Calf & Hon. Mention Jr Champion: Plain-O Dundee Tara 2-ET All-Oklahoma Sr. 2-Yr: Golden-Dew Stormin Ruby-ET All-Oklahoma 5-Yr: Hoff-Hill Canyon Miss Nicky All-Oklahoma Aged Cow: Smithex Rubens Naomi All-Oklahoma Dry Cow: Smithex Merchant Nickel All-Oklahoma Daughter/Dam All-Oklahoma Exhibitors Herd Res. All-OK Jr 2-Yr: Royal-Haven Advent Jade-Red RHA: 575 cows: 26,200M 896F 814P Res. All-OK 4-Yr: Smithex Durham Shelby BAA: 468 cows: 104.4 Premier Exhibitor

Mason Dairy Farm Todd, Gia, Lexi & Cassie Mason Kingfisher, Oklahoma

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When I’m Gone When I come to the end of my journey And I travel my last weary mile Just forget if you can, that I ever frowned And remember only the smile Forget unkind words I have spoken; Remember some good I have done.

Forget that I ever had heartache And remember I’ve had loads of fun Forget that I’ve stumbled and blundered And sometimes fell by the way Remember I have fought some hard battles And won, ere the close of the day.

Then forget to grieve for my going, I would not have you sad for a day, But in summer just gather some flowers And remember the place where I lay, And come in the shade of the evening When the sun paints the sky in the west.

Stand for a few moments beside me And remember only the best.

Thank you dear ‘Holstein’ friends for expressing your many acts of kindness by attending Joe’s funeral service, some traveling many miles, and others who stood in long lines at his visitation. For your prayers, visits, food, flowers, donations to the Joe King Memorial Scholarship Fund, Missouri Dairy Hall of Honors Foundation, on-line condolence messages and the many cards and letters stating how much Joe’s comments and advice on dairy farming and farming in general had helped them.

We knew he loved to talk a lot at cattle shows and sales, conventions, etc, but never realized the influence he was having in many lives.

Nothing he enjoyed more than visitors coming to the farm to “Look and talk cows.”

We truly appreciate the love and kindness we have experienced from friends and family. We are extremely blessed.

King Farms Clejo King; Mike & Bonnie King and families; Pam & Kent Hedgpeth and families 3898 Mt Carmel Road, Clever, Missouri 65631 PAGE 12 - MSHN, December 2008

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Our Nomination for cow of the year

ROBTHOM JIANA OUTSIDE EX-91 EEEEE 2-04 365 2x 29,430 3.9 1137 2.9 871 4-01 299 2x 35,041 4.1 1448 2.8 985 Inc JIANA’s 2008 Show Record: All-Missouri 4-Yr Old 1st 4-Yr Old, Sr Champion & Res. Grand Champion, Missouri State Fair 1st 4-Yr Old, Sr, Grand & Supreme Champion, Ozark Empire Fair 1st 4-Yr Old, Sr & Grand Champion, Southwest District Show 4th 4-Yr Old, Southern National JIANA is sired by Comestar Outside. Her dam, Gina, is an EX RC Matt with a lifetime of 188,060 3.8 7119 3.2 5960 in five lactations. JIANA’s 2nd dam is Hardys Leadman Genelle VG-87 with over 42,000M. Gina has an EX-91 full sister and an EX-92 Roebuck sister.

Genelle has 4 Excellent granddaughters, including Robthom Gitana Formation EX-93, lifetime production of 189,200 JIANA has a 2-Yr Old Durham daughter, Jeselle, that looks as promising as JIANA!

ROBTHOM FARM

4612 E Farm Rd 116, Springfield, MO 65802 Fax: 417-864-8736 - Eric: 417-880-9939 Alton: 417-872-6520 - Janice: 417-880-7754 email:ajjtling@aol.com website:www.holsteinworld.com\robthom MSHN, December 2008 - PAGE 13

In the Junior’s Opinion...

This issue of the roundtable focuses on five juniors from around the region.

They have been successful in a various ways. The future looks bright with young people like these.

Hoff: My name is Nicole Hoff. I am 17 years old and a senior at Windthorst High School in Windthorst, Texas. I am active in many sports, 4-H, and FFA. I am an honor student and on our student council.

Jackson: I live in New Cambria, Missouri and attend Macon R-I High School where I am a junior. I have two older sisters, Sarah, who is 22 and is graduating from the University of Missouri in December with a degree in Agricultural Journalism and Charlotte, who is 19 and a junior at the University of Missouri with a major in Agriculture Education— Leadership emphasis. I’ve been involved in 4-H for 10 years and FFA for the past three years where I have projects in beef and sheep along with dairy. I am VicePresident of my FFA Chapter this year as well as serve as an FCCLA Regional Officer, Mu Alpha Theta, National Honor Society, choir and band.

Probert: I am currently a student at the University of Missouri-Columbia, graduating in December with an Animal Science degree. Growing up, I lived on a small dairy farm and focused on raising quality show animals for my 4-H, FFA, and Junior Holstein Projects.

Schafer: My name is Tyler Schafer, son of Todd & Tammy Schafer of Kingfisher OK, owners of Musicmeadow Farms.

I am a senior at Lomega High School where I enjoy numerous activities including FFA, FCA, Student Council and Basketball. I currently serve as the FFA President, Student Council Representative for the Senior class and FCA Activities Leader.

Unruh: My name is Callie Unruh. I am currently a Senior at Kansas State University majoring in Animal Science with an emphasis in Business. I grew up on our small farm Prairie-Sun Holsteins where we currently milk about 45 registered Holstein cows.

What is your Junior Holstein background?

Hoff: I have been a Junior Holstein Member since I started showing dairy cattle at three years old. I own registered Holsteins on my family dairy that I show and raise. I have participated in Jr. Dairy Bowl, and my team received the Jr. Sportsmanship award.

Jackson: Holsteins have always been a part of my life since I could toddle out to the calf pen, but for the past seven years my sisters and I have had our own dairy business. We raise all our own heifers from birth until they are six weeks from calving when they go to the farm where we are partnered with another dairy producer to join their milking herd.

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her first time and enjoyed it so much. Since then I’ve served the association as an officer, Young Miss, competed in Dairy Bowl, Dairy Jeopardy and won two levels of the National Public Speaking competition.

Probert: I exhibited my first bucket calf at the Wright County Junior Fair when I was four years old, leading me to love the show ring to this day. My show experiences have taken me from local junior fairs to the South Central District Show, Missouri State Fair, and several national shows. Through out the years, I was involved in Dairy Bowl, Dairy Jeopardy, the national banner contest, and other national convention activities. I had the privilege of serving as a state officer for the Missouri Junior Holstein Association for several years. These activities lead to being selected as a Distinguished Junior Member Semi-Finalist this past summer and to being chosen as a Junior Advisory Committee Member.

Schafer: I have spent my entire life growing up on a dairy farm. I first started showing heifers when I was 9 years old and have been hooked since. I have had the opportunity to start my own dairy herd over the last 5 years and place them in my parents herd. I have also had the opportunity to participate in a number of Dairy Judging contests over the years and just recently competed at the National level at the National FFA Convention in Indianapolis. My team received the Bronze medal and I received Silver Individual.

Unruh: I was actively a part of the Kansas Junior Holstein Association for about 10 years. I participated in Quiz Bowl at State levels as well as at many different National Holstein Conventions.

I also participated in our State events like judging and fundraising as well as exhibiting cattle at local, state, and national levels. During high school I served in numerous different offices of our state association.

To what do you attribute your success in the dairy industry so far?

Hoff: I show cattle at local, state, and national shows. I participate in dairy judging, milk cows, raise cattle, and am currently the Texas Junior Holstein Association President. Dairy judging has benefited me tremendously in showing and breeding cattle at our dairy.

Jackson: Any success I have been able to achieve has come from lots of support from the people around me—my family, our dairy partner’s family, and all the adults who continue being involved with Junior Holstein activities. I have had wonderful people as role models who have been a huge part of anything I have been able to accomplish. Needless to say, it has also been through lots of long hours of hard work and determination, but that could be said for success in any endeavor.

Nicole Hoff

Nancy Jackson

Probert: My success in the dairy industry would not have been possible without the support and guidance that my parents and other adults have given me through out the years. Whether it was explaining what I could have done better in a showmanship contest or explaining what a Freemartin heifer is, the adults in my life were always patient and willing to help. In addition, I must thank Janice Perry, Missouri Junior Advisor, for the support, encouragement, and push given to the Missouri Juniors when implementing state and nation contest teams and entries.

Schafer: I feel I have had success through the dairy industry because of growing up on a dairy farm. I have had the opportunity to learn many things through my Dad and meet many great people who have influenced and guided me. I knew early on that I wanted to learn as much as I could about cattle and the dairy industry to set a path of success for my future.

Unruh: I attribute my success in the dairy industry to my Dad. He started me off by giving me my first calf at the age of 5 and he has financed traveling to shows, and buying other animals.

He taught me how to be a successful showman, and also helped me learn how to pick out a good animal for shows which in return has helped me become successful with Dairy Judging at the collegiate level.

What’s your biggest success?

Hoff: My biggest success is having my two year old cow win Intermediate Champion at the Southern National Junior Show in Stillwater, Oklahoma and topped the sell the next day for $6700.

Jackson: Biggest Success: That would be how you define success! My biggest awards have certainly been when I won National Holstein Public Speaking in both divisions I have entered and FFA State Public Speaking last year. However, sometimes just making it through a 20 degree below zero day with all the chores done or having someone pet your baby Holstein calf at the State Fair who has never seen a cow before is almost as rewarding. Life gives us successes each and every day if we just look for them!

Probert: I feel my biggest success in the Holstein Industry was being named a DJM Semi-Finalist last summer. While the award is important, I believe the combination of accomplishments and work involved in receiving the honor are the true success. Looking back over

Kate Probert

Tyler Schafer, on right: Callie Unruh

everything I have participated in during the past 21 years it has been an amazing experience and I would love to continue being active and productive in the dairy industry.

Schafer: I recently achieved a personal goal of mine by being named the National FFA Winner in the Dairy Production Entrepreneurship division. This goal required a great deal of work and personal discipline to obtain, but all the hard work was well worth it. My FFA project developed around my dairy herd has opened a number of doors for me and will continue to serve as the foundation for my future dairy business.

Unruh: My biggest success this far would have to be exhibiting my animal that I bred and raised at the World Dairy Expo this past year. It was my first time showing there and it was a wonderful experience to have bred an animal that was good enough to take there. Another huge success was placing as the 11th High Individual at the Collegiate World Dairy Expo Judging Contest this fall and placing 6th High Individual in Reasons at Louisville while on the Kansas State Dairy Judging Team. Our team also placed 6th at Expo which was the highest KSU has finished in many years.

What has been your biggest challenge and how have you overcome it?

Hoff: My biggest challenge has been not having enough time to be involved in the many activities I chose to do. I have learned to balance my time to do the more important things first and finish others when time allows me to.

Another challenge I face is living in a big state with so much distance between me and other Junior members. We meet whenever possible at shows or other activities.

Jackson: The biggest undertaking (a huge challenge) I have faced is when my sisters and I made the decision to continue our involvement with the Holstein business completely on our own.

Three girls along with our Mom face some tough obstacles, but because it is what we truly wanted to do, we always persevere. We face the same issues all dairymen do along with many of our own unique to our own facilities (or lack thereof) and situation.

Probert: The biggest challenge I overcame in the Holstein industry was the sale of our herd. The milking animals were sold my senior year of high school in preparation of me leaving for college.

As the heifers were still on the farm,

I decided I wanted to keep one, which worked out quite nicely, as she had a heifer calf, instantly doubling my herd! From there I have purchased a few animals, and had the good luck of heifer calves, expanding my herd Schafer: I was faced with a life-altering car accident when I was 14 years old. I sustained permanent injuries to my back, hips and neck. Many of the doctors told me that I may not be able to continue in the dairy business due to the physical labor and stresses on my body. But, through determination and continued therapy I have been able to modify my activities and continue to participate in the industry I love. I plan to continue to work with my doctors to ensure that I can have a long career in the dairy industry.

Unruh: My biggest challenge occurred this summer when I was working as a Dairy Consultant Intern in Epworth, Iowa. I was so happy and honored to be picked as an intern but moving 9 hours away from my family and our farm was a huge struggle for me. I have always been close to home and I had to learn how to really be independent and live on my own without my parents being a few hours away. It made me depend on myself and learn how to put myself out there to meet new people. I grew tremendously as a person and gained the experience and independence I will need to become a successful adult in the future.

What kind of advice would you give the new Secretary of Agriculture?

Hoff: Always be open to change in the near future and be willing to use new technology to fix current problems.

Jackson: I would advise the new U.S. Secretary of Agriculture to look at agriculture as both a business and a way of life when he begins to set programs into motion. While each business should maintain accountability and its own solvency, we also need to make laws and programs which encourage and motivate the 2-3 % of our population still engaged in agriculture to continue providing the food, fiber and materials we produce which are essential for people all over the world.

Probert: Simply to protect conventional agriculture. With the overwhelming passing of Proposition 2 in California, it is frightening how the public may have the means to decide how we should raise our animals in the future. While

the swine and poultry industries were targeted in the proposition, calf pens on dairy farms will be affected to. As an industry, we have researched techniques and practices for too long to have them taken away and move backwards. The producers need someone to back them.

I would ask that the Secretary of Agriculture fill this position.

Schafer: I would encourage the Secretary of Agriculture to continue to push for reasonable compensation and programs for American Farmers. I would also like to see continued emphasis on export opportunities for American products.

Unruh: I think it is so important for our new Secretary of Agriculture to focus on our youth. We are the future of Agriculture and it is important that we are given opportunities to continue to be successful within this industry. I also think public education about the Agricultural Industry is very important. Too many people are getting false information and facts especially about the Dairy Industry and the current rBST issues that are turning them away from dairy products.

It is important that people know that our products are safe to consume and educate them with the right facts so they will continue to buy our products in the future. I also think support for small family farms is important rather then just focusing on what you can do for the large corporations.

How do you think the country’s financial problems will affect you?

Hoff: The prices may be raised for anything I may consume, and it will be harder to find a job.

Jackson: Because each individual makes up a part of the overall economy, whatever happens from the top down affects every single person clear down through individual families and their livelihood. A quote I recently heard is that what is done by the workers who shower in the morning to go to work has a direct affect on the workers who shower in the evening after they work.

I think that’s pretty accurate.

Probert: Currently, I am afraid they will affect me in the search for a job as I begin my career. It seems as though many companies are at a hold on hiring.

As for the future, I am not sure how I will be affected. I would like to think with time and careful money management, I will be able to provide a comfortable life for myself.

Schafer: The current financial problems impacting the US economy will have lasting affects on me and my generation. The past business standards of operation will be forced to change after the failure of so many large corporations leading to more regulation and possible governmental control. The failed banking system will lead to more strict safeguards that will possibly hinder the ability of the common person to get a loan. Also, the current state of the US economy will continue to impact the availability of jobs for my generation in the near future.

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Unruh: When people make less money there is less money to spend. The consumer’s purchasing power is declining which can affect the Agricultural Industry in tremendous ways. With less money being spent on food and clothing there will be a decline in the amount that farmers make from those products. This will in return affect my family because there is a possibility that consumer demand for dairy products such as milk, cheese, and ice cream will decline causing a decrease in our overall sales.

Gazing into your crystal ball, what is the future for young people in the dairy industry?

Hoff: It may be harder for young people to become more involved because of the lack of finances in the dairy industry.

Banks tend to be less willing to make loans to dairy farmers.

Jackson: I think that young people who want to be involved in agriculture, whatever their chosen field or position, can still be proud of that choice and can still achieve those goals and dreams if they have the ambition, creativity and perseverance to stick with it through the good times and bad.

Probert: The dairy industry is certainly a smaller industry today than when I was introduced to it. Young people in the industry will most likely need to continue learning about larger dairies in order to compete in the current industry. In addition, close attention needs to be paid to the legislative issues being discussed. BST is a controversial topic in the industry; other hormones or common practices could be next. This leads to the dilemma of accepting the change or putting a foot down. Without up to date information, these decisions cannot be made.

Schafer: Young people wanting to succeed in the dairy industry have a number of obstacles to face but also new avenues available to explore. The rising costs of feed and land serve as huge barriers to many young people wanting to start their own dairy herd. The best options for new dairy farmers are still rooted in the family farm. Young dairy farmers who are able to participate in their family’s dairy and slowly build their herds while minimizing their operating expenses are most likely to succeed.

The family farm continues to be the best breeding ground for future farmers.

Unruh: I think the future looks very bright for young people in the dairy industry. There are so many opportunities and careers available for those who want to be involved. During my current job search I have found so many job opportunities within the Dairy Industry I never knew existed. Many businesses are looking for young people with fresh ideas and a passion for the dairy industry to come in and improve their company..

Who has helped prepare you for your future career, either in the dairy industry or another field?

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Above: John Meyer, Kate Probert and Doug Maddox. On right: Callie Unruh at World Dairy Expo.

veterinarian in the future, he has helped me and given me advice on how to take care of my animals.

Jackson: All of the 4-H, FFA and Missouri Holstein leaders who have taught me, worked with me and encouraged me have instilled a pride and love for agriculture. The skills they have helped me gain from a strong work ethic to people skills to the actual technical knowledge has been invaluable in shaping who I am and what I will be able to bring to my future career. Many of them are unaware of how they have influenced me just by a kind word, clipping demonstration help, loaning me something or advice or an extra phone call prodding or encouraging me.

Probert: So many people have been helpful to me through out the years. Of course my parents rise to the top, as they introduced me to dairy cattle and provided me with a childhood that has developed me into the person I am today.

Two other people I feel have helped me out a great deal are Karla Deaver and Kate Geppert. These two were always available to answer questions or help me out when I needed it, along with providing a strong role model for women in the dairy industry.

Schafer: My Dad has helped prepare me for my future as a dairy farmer. He has given me the opportunity to learn everything from feed rations to embryo transfers. My parents taught me at a young age to be proud of dairy farming and to always do my best. They have given me a strong foundation to build on for my future dairy operation and career.

Unruh: I would have to say my parents have helped me prepare for my future career. My mother has been a teacher for over 20 years and she has taught me what it is like to be a successful, hardworking woman. My dad has been my biggest influence mainly because he has the career I would someday like to have.

Dairy farming isn’t the most glamorous profession in the world, but my dad loves his job and he is the hardest working man I know. He has taught me what it is like to truly wake up every day loving the job you do. He has become a successful breeder and constantly teaches me new things about the Dairy Industry everyday. I am amazed at the knowledge he possesses and the passion he

has for Holstein cattle which he has passed on to me. He and my mom have taught me what it is like to work hard for something that you feel is your calling in life, and I believe that someday returning to our family farm is what I am meant to do.

What advice would you give a child born today if they wanted to have a successful career as a Junior?

Hoff: It is good to be active in as much as you can, but it’s important to have fun while doing it. Always work hard and do your best at everything you perform.

It’s important to get involved with other Junior members across the US because they can always give you new ideas and help. Lifetime friendships have been made through the Junior Holstein Association.

Jackson: For anyone that is born today that would want to undertake a successful career as a Junior I would say, “Find that place where you fit and where you are motivated 100% and stay with it. Be prepared for highs and lows, but always keep your goal in the forefront. Don’t let anyone or anything stand in the way of what makes you happy.

Probert: My biggest advice would be to stay involved, take advantage of every opportunity you can get your hands on, and let everyone you talk to know how much you love working with cattle.

When people see how much you enjoy being involved in the dairy industry and that you are willing to work, so many opportunities open up. Everything you can be involved in only gives you more knowledge and experience, making you someone that everyone wants to work with.

Schafer: They need to know that determination and hard work can bring them great rewards both personally and professionally Unruh: Stay active in as many Junior activities as you can. Between Junior Holstein activities like quiz bowl, judging, state and national shows, and National Conventions, there are plenty of opportunities to be involved and be successful. Take on a role with your family farm whether it is milking, calf care, or managing your show string. Being involved within your own operation will increase your knowledge about the dairy industry and your own cattle. Lastly, take time at shows or other events to visit with other producers around you.

These men and women are successful dairy farmers with good advice and experience that can help you in becoming a successful junior.

Five-G Star DJ 4E-92 Jan. 8, 1993 - Sept. 27, 2008

After 15 years and 9 months, a family member has passed. Someone who I grew up with and 2001 High School Graduation

Her 1998 Trophies

have many fond memories. DJ never won the big titles, but she always caught eyes with her beautiful udder and impressive style. She was my first show cow and together DJ and I won many a showmanship! I was lucky to be so blessed to have such a great first experience of dairying by working with DJ and her incredible personality.

I owe much credit to her for developing my love for cows and showing! She will forever be our favorite and will forever be missed.

Some of DJ’s accomplishments: • Lifetime production 3083d 190,020 4.3%F 3.3%P Grand of the Mid-South Jr Show

• Her daughter, Deann was Grand

2005 Wedding

Champion at the 2001 Missouri State Fair, Int. Champion & Best Bred & Owned at the Southern National Jr Show in 2001, and 2nd place in the 2001 Missouri Futurity.

• DJ has more promising offspring to come!

Five-G DJ Deann VG-87 Pictured in 2001

DJ in the 2005 Missouri State Fair Champion Lineup

Gatton Dairy

Registered Holsteins & Ayrshires Conway, Missouri Veronica 417-589-0283

Jessica MSHN, December 2008 - PAGE 17

Paul Davis

Paul Ernest Davis, age 67 of La Monte, Missouri passed away September 17, 2008 after a long battle with Alzheimer’s Disease.

Mr. Davis was born in Orrick, Missouri on November 1, 1940. After graduating from Orrick High School, he moved to Holden and started farming and dairying.

On May 21, 1960, he married Betty Lou McQuitty, who survives at the home. They had three children Kimberly Ann, Brian Keith and Jennifer Lynn.

Mr. & Mrs. Davis moved to La Monte in 1965 and started a dairy. Mr. Davis wanted to be a dairy farmer and worked on the dairy farm for 45 years before retiring in 2004. He won many awards with his Registered Holsteins. He enjoyed showing cattle at the Missouri State Fair and around the state. He was named the Outstanding Young Farmer of Pettis County in 1971. Mr. Davis was a 40-year member of the National Holstein Association, Missouri Holstein Association and the West-Central Holstein Association.

For over 30 years, Mr. Davis was a dairy leader at Pettis County livestock shows. He was given an honorary chapter FFA Degree from the State Fair Community College. He also served 15 years on the board of the La Monte IV School.

The Davis’s were chosen Outstanding Young Dairy Couple of Mid-America Dairymen for the Kansas City division in 1974.

He also served as a director for Mid-America Dairymen and was a member of the Dairy Herd Improvement Association for 35 years.

Survivors include his wife, Betty Lou of the home; daughter and son-in-law Kimberly and Scott Rieckhoff of Georgetown, Texas; son and daughter-in-law Brian and Linda Davis of La Monte; daughter and son-in-law Jennifer and Rick Snyder of Columbia, Missouri. Also surviving are his mother, three brothers, a sister and six grandchildren.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the Pettis County Junior Livestock Show, Missouri State Holstein Association or Mid-Missouri Alzheimer’s Association.

James McLean

G. James McLean, age 77 of Republic, Missouri passed away October 20, 2008, in his home of 50 years. He was born in Springfield on July 30, 1931. In 1949, he graduated from Central High School in Springfield before attending the University of Missouri for two years. He served in the U.S. Marines from 1950 to 1953, and was stationed in Memphis, Tenn.

He was united in marriage to Ruth Elaine Baxter on April 6, 1951, in Jasper, Arkansas. They were married for 57 years.

He was a member of Central Christian Church and was a 4-H leader.

Mr. McLean was a lifelong dairy farmer. He was a member of Missouri and National Holstein Association, Missouri Limousin Association, and National Dairy Shrine. In 2001, his family was named the Missouri State Fair Honored Farm Family. In addition to the dairy cattle, he farmed many acres growing alfalfa, wheat and soybeans.

Mr. McLean loved his two 730 John Deere tractors and Holstein milk cows. Until this year, he had attended every Ozark Empire Fair since its inception. He was a St. Louis Cardinals fan and MSU Bears basketball fan.

He was preceded in death by two sisters, Hazel and Dorothy; and one great-grandchild, Benjamin.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by his children and their spouses, Charles and Lynne McLean, Janice and Robert Perry, Brenda and Dannie Thomas, Jimmie and Ron Wingender, Jeanne and Mark Luttrell, and Frank and Julie McLean; 14 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; two brothers and one sister and several other relatives and friends. Services were held October 23, 2008. The family suggests memorial donations be made to Greene County 4-H Foundation, c/o University Extension Center, 833 N. Boonville, Springfield, MO 65802.

Tyler Schafer Wins National FFA Proficiency Award Tyler Schafer of Lomega FFA Chapter was named a national winner during the National FFA Convention held Oct. 22-25 in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Schafer was named the national winner of the Dairy Production – Entrepreneurship Proficiency Award. President of the Lomega FFA Chapter, Schafer is the son of Todd and Tammy Schafer of Kingfisher, Oklahoma. Their family own and operate the Musicmeadow Registered Holstein Farm.

The proficiency award recognizes outstanding student achievement in agri-business gained through establishment of a new business, working for an existing company or otherwise gaining hands-on career experience. The Dairy ProductionEntrepreneurship Award is one of 47 proficiency areas FFA members can participate in to develop valuable experience and leadership skills at the local, state and national level.

Schafer began showing dairy heifers at the age of nine. He was instantly hooked on the competitive atmosphere of the show ring and could not wait to exhibit his animals at the fair.

When he began his Agricultural Experience (SAE), he was already knowledgeable in the dairy industry. In order to develop a high quality herd, Schafer breeds for superior genetics and high milk production. His animals are in demand with heifers being sold to producers in New Mexico, Oklahoma, California and Wisconsin.

In recognition of being a finalist, each of the four finalists received a plaque and $500. The national winner received an additional $500 during a special ceremony at the national FFA convention.

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Tyler Schafer and his FFA Advisor Dale Glazier with Tyler’s awards at the 2008 National FFA Convention

Each state awards a proficiency winner for each division.

Four regional finalists are then selected among the state winners. The other regional finalists for the Dairy Proficiency Award were from California, Melanie Maddox of Riverdale FFA; from Missouri, Brandon Hays of McDonald County FFA; from Wisconsin, Theresa Schiferl of Marshfield FFA. The National FFA Organization, formerly known as the Future Farmers of America, is a national youth organization of over 507,000 members, all preparing for careers in the science, business and technology of agriculture – as part of 7,439 local FFA Chapters.

Missouri Futurity Success Toecky Kendall Anna-Leah VG 87

2yr. 305 2x 22,862 4.3 983 2.9 658 2nd 2008 Missouri Futurity and SC District show.

Sire Alfrag Juror Kendall-ET Dam Toecky Anna Katrina Eland 2yr. 365 17,634 3.2 578 2.9 522 Anna-Leah due in March to Sure View Audacity-Red

Toecky Maurice Dreamland VG 85

2yr. 305 24,959 3.5 876 2.8 710

365 28,596 3.5 1006 2.9 819 5th 2008 Missouri Futurity 1st Production 2008 Missouri Futurity S. Toecky Talisman Maurice (Dam 3rd 04’ Futurity) D. Toecky Ivory Dreamworks VG (8th 05’ Futurity) 4.08 303 20,762 4.3 889 3.1 634 Dreamland due in March to Velvet-View JK Sensation

We take this time to thank Bob Perry, Scott Wilson, Sandy Thornhill, Jimmy and Novalee Coats for stepping in and helping at the futurity during our time of need.

As we pause this holiday season to wish peace and happiness to all and remember the reason for the season.

HAPPY HOLIDAYS!!

Tom & Becky Durst 7600 Hwy. M Huggins, Mo 417.926.3301

Toecky Holsteins

Candy Durst, Crissy Durst

7126 Hwy. M Huggins, Mo 417.926.1717

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2008 Missouri State Sale

Pam & Kate Probert, Mansfield, MO purchased Starburst for $6,200 from Tony Whitehead, MO In box: Gary Estes & Larry Kleiner. Front: Hal Langham; MO Princess, Kim Wilson; Bob Griggs, Seller: Bailee Whitehead; Buyer and on halter, Kate Probert; Kenneth Hall, Lauren Whitehead, and buyer Pam Probert.

Autumn Syndicate purchased Autumn for $6,200 from Amos Swartzentruber, MO. Box: Gary Estes & Larry Kleiner. Front: MO Princess, Kim Wilson; Ringman: Bobby Griggs; MO Miss, Bailee Whitehead; Scott Wilson (on halter); Ringman: Hal Langham and Kenneth Hall.

With a college football theme and the sale crew dressed in college teams, the 2008 Missouri State Sale gave Holstein members plenty to cheer about. Two deep pedigreed bred heifers topped the sale at $6,200. First up was Lot #1, Kamps-Hollow Ms Autumn-ET, an *RC Advent-Red dtr from the same family as Apple-Red. Consigned by Amos Swartzentruber, Miller, MO, she was the purchase of the Autumn Syndicate.

Also selling for $6,200 was Probert Storm Starburst, a powerful September Storm consigned by Tony Whitehead, Conway., MO. She was purchased by Kate & Pam Probert, Mansfield, MO. The sale averaged $2530 on 80 lots. Volume buyer was Do-Rene Farm in Clovis, New Mexico purchasing 11 animals. New sale chairman Eric Ling did a great job taking care of all the details. It was just a shame that none of the sale crew was wearing Missouri attire!

Pam & Kate Probert, Mansfield, MO Probert Storm Starburst $6,200 S: Pursuit September Storm (Tony Whitehead, Conway, MO) Autumn Syndicate, Miller, MO Kamps-Hollow MS Autumn-ET $6,200 S: KHW Kite Advent-Red (Amos Swartzentruber, Miller, MO)

Todd Groves, Billings, MO Dixie-Lee Morty Aloise $4,900 S: Stouder Morty (Boyd Brothers, Bolivar, MO) Stanley Haedge, Hico, TX Arethusa Anticipation Heidi $4,200 S: EK Oseeana Anticipation (George Kasbergen, Mansfield, IL) Groves-Vu Bradie Cam $3,550 S: Regancrest RH Bradie (Todd & Brad Groves, Billings, MO Robthom Razi Sept Storm $3,400 S; Pursuit September Storm (Robthom Farm, Springfield, MO) Tony Whitehead, Conway, MO Ms Whitehead Dundee Abby $4.000 S: Regancrest Dundee (Billy Adams, Fulton, MO Alton & Janice Ling, Springfield, MO Dixie-Lee Bolivar Adyson-ET $3.700 S: End-Road PVF Boliver-ET (Boyd Brothers, Bolivar, MO) Boyd Brothers, Bolivar, MO Mergold Missy-Red-ET $3,600 S: Scientific SS Deuce (Lynn Martin, Fortuna, MO) Justin Nelson, Mountain Grove, MO Jons-D BWM Susie $3,600 S: Mara-Thon BW Marshall (David Jons, Bonner Springs, KS)

Mid-East Fall National Show Nov. 10, 2008 - Louisville, Kentucky

Sr & Grand Champion: Poor-Richs Rbns Aspn Red-ET, Rottinghaus & Woods

2008 Missouri Futurity

Missouri Futurity winners with Princess Kim Wilson and the panel of judges.

Production winner in the Futurity was Toecky Maurice Dreamland held by Robert Perry.

Prior to the State Sale, the Missouri 3-Yr Old Futurity was held. Judges Stanley Haedge, Lloyd Boyd and Bob Spears placed the 11 entries. Early the morning of the Futurity, Candy Durst of Huggins was involved in a serious car accident returning home from the fairgrounds.

We are happy to report that Candy suffered some minor injuries, but is doing great. Thanks to everyone who pitched in and took care of the Durst animals for the Futurity.

1.Robthom Shelby Durham VG-87, Robthom Farm, Springfield; 2. Toecky Kendall Anna Leah VG-87, Becky Durst, Huggins; 3. Robthom Razi Sept Storm VG-86, Robthom Farm, Springfield (later sold in the Missouri State Sale to Stanley Haedge); 4. & 1st Jr. Robthom Maddy Outside, Monica Turner, Springfield (later sold in the State Sale to the University of Missouri) 1st Production: Toecky Maurice Dreamland VG-85 2-00 305 2x 24,957 3.5 876 2.8 710 Owned by Becky Durst, Huggins

Res. Sr. & Grand Champ: Ocean-View Storm Dacca-TW, Rottinghaus & Woods

All American Nominations

Intermediate Champion: Oneeda James Laura, Rottinghaus & Woods

Spring Heifer Calf: Miss Ross Rosette Kalli Keen & Nathan Iager, KS Fall Heifer Calf: Wil-Wen-Brook Alleg Taffy Carol & Kalli Keen, Baldwin City, KS Jr 3-Yr Old Miss Macland Sept Juliet-ET Nate & Adam Goldenberg & Milky Way Dairy, McGregor, TX

1st 4-Year Old: Poor-Richs Rbns Aspn-Red-ET, Rottinghaus & Woods, KS 1st Aged Cow: Ocean-View Storm Dacca-TW, Rottinghaus & Woods, KS 1st Sr. 3-Year Old: Oneeda James Laura, Rottinghaus & Woods, Seneca, KS 2nd Spring Yearling: Liddleholme Advt Roxett-ET, Whitehead & Spears, MO 3rd Milking Fall Yrlg: Whitdale D Durm Sunshine, Spears & Whitehead, MO 3rd Fall Heifer Calf: Echo-LL DD Ericka-ET, Echelmeier & Adams, Fulton, MO

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Thankful for Family, Friends & Holstein Cows

Casey & 2nd 5-Yr Old at Madison Charverne Durham Price Brittnay & 1st Spring Heifer Miss-Long-Green Fargo

State Fair Buddies

Cheers to You! Fargo and Brittnay at Kansas State Fair

Casey & C Cove Allegiance Bonsai, 5th Fall Calf at Madison & 4th at Louisville

Premier Breeder at 2008 Kansas State Fair

Best Three Females at Kansas State Fair; 1st Jr 2-Yr; 1st Sr. 2-Yr & 2nd 4-Yr Old

Happy Holidays to All!

George Dairy Cattle

Miss-Long-Green Izabela Our first homebred VG-88-2yr

Eugene, Laura, Casey & Brittnay George Inquiries Welcome 918 E 1500 Rd Baldwin City, Kansas 66006 ph: 785-843-9466 fax: 785-830-8315 cell: 785-691-6854

Miss-Long-Green-ET VG-88 From Arlene’s family!

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Holstein Meets in Oklahoma

Holstein enthusiasts from Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri, Oklahoma and Texas gathered at the Saddleback Inn in Oklahoma City on December 6, 2008 to visit and discuss the industry at the Region 7 Holstein Meeting. Leading the discussions were Holstein USA CEO John Meyer, Communications Director Lindsey Worden and Board Member Kate Geppert.

Meyer and Worden lead off the discussions with information about the state of the Association and the current financial picture. Meyer stressed that the Association is going strong, crediting the Regional Representatives for much of the program successes. He added that one of the Association’s biggest strengths is that everyone is going in the same direction. Through the end of October, total revenues are up four percent. Shining stars continue to be registration, classification and Holstein Complete. These programs show revenue increases ranging from eight to 15 percent. With a decrease in total expenses, the Association continues to show positive consolidated results.

Geppert addressed the topic of genomics and how the association plans to incorporate the genomic information which will be released with the January genetic update. Genomics will serve as another tool dairymen can use to breed and develop better Holsteins for their operation. Genomic information is like having another 15 daughters in a young bull’s proof or 3 lactations in a cow index. (Further Information on genomics is detailed in the director’s column on page 4) As breeders try to fully understand genomics today, further research and development is continuing. A more economic test is being researched that can be more extensively used in the industry. The goal is to have parentage verification, genetic merit and recessive tests done with one sample.

With over 30,000 members from all 50 states, Meyer stressed the impact that the Holstein Association could have legislatively in Washington. With the intent to be more active, the Milk Marketing committee has been changed to the Legislative Committee. During the 2008 National Convention,

John Meyer visits with Barry Steevens and Brad Groves.

David Whitehill and Tom Meyer listen attentively to the reports.

delegates passed resolutions asking the Association to address the topics of National Animal Identification System, control and management of Johne’s disease and Tuberculosis eradication. In addition to working on those topics another goal of the committee is to develop regional legislative committees in each of Holstein’s 9 regions bringing a true grassroots effort to the process.

Worden announced the Association’s goal of 1,000 new members for 2009. They will focus on prospective new members who do not have a registered background. There will be prizes and incentives for states and members who are successful with recruiting new members.

Discussion turned to keeping junior members who pass their 21st birthday into active adult members. Many felt that the young adult generation is being lost and asked what could be done to encourage these young adults to continue their activity with Holstein. Suggestions ranged from increasing the maximum age for juniors to 25 to offering a reduced membership cost for adults in the 21-30 age group.

In other news, Worden announced that in early 2009, the newly re-designed Holstein website will go live.

For those serving as delegates, the election process has already begun with the following announced as candidates: Larry Tande, MN for President; Tom Thorbahn, OH and Chuck Worden, NY for Vice-President; Robert Nigh, WI for Region 5 director; Hank van Exel for Region 9 director; and Jonathan Lamb, NY for director-at-large. Any one interested in running, can contact Doug Unruh, Walton, Kansas who serves as this region’s voice on the national nominating committee.

Kansas Considers Milk Labeling Regulations Labels that declare milk or other dairy products free of artificial growth hormones would be banned under a new regulation proposed by the Kansas Department of Agriculture.

The agency held its final public hearing on the new rule in December with over 40 people showing up to comment.

Most were opposed, saying the regulation was unnecessary and served only the interests of the hormone’s manufacturer and the minority of dairy farmers who use Posilac, the trade name for the product first developed by Monsanto but now made and distributed by Elanco, a subsidiary of Eli Lilly.

The new Kansas rule, if enacted as proposed, would be one of the few like it in the nation and the most stringent in its restrictions on labeling.

Labels that claimed the milk was “hormone free” or “rbST free” or “rbGH free” or “BST free” would be prohibited outright. Labels that claimed the milk came from cows “not supplemented with rbST,” or something similar, also would be banned unless the processor or bottler had an affidavit from the farmer and other “written documents that support the claim.”

Labels also would have to carry these precise words in the same font and color: “The FDA has determined that no significant difference has been shown between milk derived from rbST-supplemented and non-rbST supplemented cows.”

The FDA declined to regulate milk labeling when it approved the hormone’s use, instead offering voluntary labeling guidelines. But Kansas, Ohio, and a few other farm states have recently proposed or adopted regulations making the labeling mandatory.

The Ohio regulation is being challenged in court and opponents have said a lawsuit also is likely in Kansas should the rule be adopted here. In Pennsylvania, the regulation was adopted but then rescinded by the governor after public outcry against it.

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Gov. Kathleen Sebelius has received about 1,000 emails opposing the regulation here since the end of May, mostly the result of a campaign staged by the Sierra Club and Consumers Union. Supporters have not been as active.

“We believe in consumer choice, but what we are doing is trying to level the playing field for everyone with some level of guidance about what is and is not acceptable,” said Lisa Taylor, Kansas Department of Agriculture spokesman. The department contends that lab analysis cannot confirm that a dairy product is free of rbGH or rBST, because cows produce the same hormones naturally.

“There are some consumers who want milk without rbGH and some who don’t care,” said Taylor, a spokesperson for the department, “so we fully appreciate and advocate for consumer choice, we’re just trying to make sure there is a level playing field for everyone.”

Right now, according to Carrol Campbell, national co-chairman of AFACT, farmers like him who use the hormone are limited in the places they can sell their milk.

Campbell milks about 250 cows near Winfield and has been in the business 73 years. He has used Posilac since it was first made available in 1994. It increases his milk production by about 12 percent. If he stopped using it, he said, he might have to go out of business.

Bob Seiler, a farmer near Wichita, said the hormones were just one of the tools dairy farmers use. He said the push from today’s “spoiled and pampered society” for “designer milk” was casting a bad shadow on his product. “This has allowed our milk to become second-class milk,” he said of bottles with the rBGH-free or rBST-free labels.

Taylor said agriculture department officials will now review the public comments they have received on the proposed regulation and will decide whether to reject it, adopt it effective Jan. 1, 2010, or modify it.

2009 Missouri Dairy Profit Seminars Sponsored by Missouri Dairy Association, Commercial Agriculture Program and The University of Missouri Extension

‘Getting the Most for the Least’ Program Schedule 9:30 a.m. Registration and visit with exhibitors 10:00 Welcome 10:05 “Optimized Nutrition - Knowing when to spend money to make money” Matt Waldron, UMC, Columbia, Mo. 10:45 “Feed Quality: Real Costs” -Dr. Nick Adams, Alltech MTB-100 Champion, Alltech,

sponsored by Alltech 11:30 “Issues Update” - Dave Drennan, Missouri Dairy Association, Chesterfield, Mo. 12:00 p.m. Lunch and visit with exhibitors (*Run particle sort of TMR diets by Barry Steevens and Dr. Scott Poock) 1:30 “Better Reproduction Performance” - Dr. Scott E. Poock, UMC, Columbia, Mo. Project funded by the Missouri Dairy Growth Council 2:15 “Overcoming Barriers to Entry and Exit in the Dairy Business” Joe Horner, UMC, Columbia, Mo. 2:45 “Raising Quality Heifers” - Dr. Scott Nordstrom, Manager Veterinary Technical Services, Intervet/Schering-Plough Animal Health *Bring along a sample of your TMR and we will do a free particle sort evaluation.

Registration fee is $20.00 payable at each location.

Lunch reservations are needed.

Call the Extension office listed below for lunch reservations.

Missouri Dairy Profit Seminar Dates & Locations Monday, Feb. 23 Community Center, Concordia Judy Elling 660/584-3658

Wednesday, Feb. 25 Laclede Electric Coop Office, Lebanon Ted Probert 417/741-6134

Tuesday, Feb. 24 SW Research Center, Mt. Vernon Tony Richard 417/847-3161

Thursday, Feb. 26 Hagie’s on Washington Avenue, Union Ken Bolte 636/583-5141

Friday, Feb. 27 Cape Girardeau County Extension Office 684 W. Jackson Trail, Jackson

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Juniors - Jot it Down...

International Holstein Jr Show Madison, Wisconsin 1st Spring Yrlg & Reserve Jr Champion: Rokeyroad Aspen Dollars Anna Culbertson & Abbi Lea Goldenburg 4th Spr Yrlg Rokeyroad Strmatic Kitty-et Leigha Rokey, Sabetha, KS 5th Milking Fall Yrlg Goldfawn Drake Ramona Abbi Lea Goldenberg, McGregor, TX 5th Jr 2 Yr Old: Miss-Long-Green Izabela-et Brittnay & Casey George, Baldwin City, KS 1st 4 Yr Old: Hoek-Tex Derry 4506-ET Abbi Lea Goldenberg & Case Hoekman 2nd 5 Yr Old: Charverne Durham Price Casey & Brittnay George, Baldwin City, KS

Grand National Junior Show Louisville, Kentucky 2nd Winter Calf: Echo-L DD Goldwyn Bambi, Burke Echelmeier, Fulton, MO 3rd Fall Yearling: DaMarVue L Heros 895, Taylor German, Cushing, OK 4th Fall Heifer Calf: C-Cove Allegiance Bonsai, Casey George, Baldwin City, KS 5th Spring Yrlg: Liddleholme Advt Roxett-ET, Whitehead & Spears, Conway, MO International Red & White Junior Show 1st Fall Yrlg & Jr Champ: Scenic-Edge SS Lori-Red Kate Probert & Bailee Whitehead, MO Best Bred Owned in the Junior Guernsey Show at Louisville: 1st 4-Yr Old & Res. Grand Champion MiWil Tiller Malibu, Kim Wilson, Neosho, MO

State Fair of Texas Junior Show Junior Champion: Tex-Stein Cadence Sydnea, Mike Lageschaar Res. Jr. Champion: Tex-Stein Cadence Damahn Lisa Lageschaar Sr. & Grand Champion: Ponder Hill Starkerk Lisa Lageschaar Res. Sr. & Grand Champion: Lageschaar Jolee Merchant Mike Lageschaar Showmanship: Lisa Lageschaar

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Congratulations to Oklahoma State University. Their photo won the Holstein World’s College Photo Contest. Watch for it featured on the current World.

Pictured: OSU Dairy Club officers: Leslie German, Pres; Kirby Marino, Sec; Cameron Price, VP, Megan Meyer, Ag Council Rep

National Intercollegiate Judging Contest 6th High Team Overall: Kansas State University 2nd High Team Guernsey: Kansas State 3rd High Guernsey: Callie Unruh, KSU 11th Overall: Callie Unruh, KSU National 4-H Dairy Judging Contest 13th overall: Scott Wilson, Neosho, MO North American Collegiate Judging Contest 2nd High Jersey: Billy Brown, Kansas State 2nd High Brown Swiss: Billy Brown, Kansas State 2nd High Team Ayrshire: Oklahoma State 3rd High Overall: Billy Brown, Kansas State 4th High Team Jersey: Kansas State University 5th High Team Jersey: Kansas State University 6th Overall Reasons: Callie Unruh, Kansas State Tulsa State Fair & All-OK Junior Show Junior Champion: Dapledale J Lo Dundee Josh Meyer, Okarche Res. Junior Champ: M6 Damion Charity Lauren Meyer, Okarche Sr & Grand Champ & Best Bred & Owned: B&R Dundee Rosa 3141, Hattie Standridge, Sulphur Res. Sr & Grand Champion: B-H Encore Ada 3803 Josh Meyer, Okarche Oklahoma State Fair Jr Show Junior Champion: Dapledale J Lot Dundee Josh Meyer, Okarche Res. Jr Champion: Hoek-Tex Miami 4965 Eric VanderLaan, Frederick Sr & Grand Champion: B-H Encore Ada 3803 Josh Meyer, Okarche Res. Sr & Grand Champ & Best Bred & Owned: M-6 Integrity Dixie, Kristin Meyer, Okarche

M-6 Dairy Farm LLC Tom & Angie Meyer Megan, Lauren, Joshua & Kristen Okarche, Oklahoma 405-263-4920

Ed & Sue Ann Steele Rt. 4, Box 676 ph: 660-679-4477

Jerry & Jeanette King Rick & Kim King Rt. 4, Box 744 Rt. 4, Box 681 ph: 660-679-4669 ph: 660-679-6354

MORELAND FARMS

Jay & Mike Moreland Harrisonville, Missouri - 816-884-4598

BUGG’S DAIRY FARM ‘You’re always welcome at the Bugg House’

Bill & Pat Bugg Route 1, Box 44 Hennessey, OK 73742 405-853-2726

ROTTINGHAUS HOLSTEIN FARM Seneca, Kansas David: 785-336-1543 4986 Long State Hwy Y

Wayne Whitehead 417-589-6114

Walt: 785-336-2681

Conway, Missouri Tony Whitehead 417-589-2227

whiteheaddairy@alltel.net

For Sale:

Embryos — Bulls — Heifers Check out our web site: www.rottinghausholsteins.com MSHN, December 2008 - PAGE 25

Breeding Age Bulls for Sale

Lonnie 417-744-2017

Todd 417-258-2384 Brad 417-744-2085

Do-Be Holstein Farm

CHAMP SALES Real Estate & Dairy Cattle

Darrell & Doug Robertson 501 West 3rd, Lamar, Missouri 64759

Route 1, Box 26 Chickasha, Oklahoma 73018 Don, Alan & Jeff Schenk 405-224-4537

Darrell: 417-682-2628

cell: 417-682-8665

Doug: 417-682-5962

cell: 417-682-4892

Email: ddr3292@sbcglobal.net

Charan Farms Charles, Brian & Adrian Weisenfels and Family 8817 N State Hwy 393 Scranton, AR - 479-938-2237 Springing Heifers for sale at all times!

173 County Line Rd - Clinton, Arkansas 72031 501-745-7577 (office) 501-940-9711 (mobile)

KABA-Select Sires For all your Select Sires needs in Missouri, contact: Doug Geppert, Columbia, MO

573-814-3148

Melissa Kron, Columbia, MO

502-905-1250

Kevin Phillips, Nixa, MO

417-725-0127

Holland Smithson, Springfield, MO 417-861-3868 Cliff Strieker, Jackson, MO PAGE 26 - MSHN, December 2008

573-243-1969

INDEX of ADVERTISERS

ABS Global..................................................................9 Accelerated Genetics . .................................................5 Baileyville Animal Clinic..............................................6 Best-Sunrise Dairy.................................................... 28 Borman Farm ......................................................... IBC Bugg’s Dairy Farm .................................................... 26 Champsales . ............................................................ 25 Charan Farms ....................................................... ...25 Clinton County Classic................................................6 Do-Be Holsteins . ...................................................... 25 Echo-L Holsteins .................................................... IFC Gatton Dairy.............................................................. 17 George Farm.............................................................. 21 Groves-View Farm ............................................... 3, 26 KABA-Select Sires . ................................................... 26 King Farms................................................................ 11 Klassen Dairy ........................................................... 26 M-6 Dairy.................................................................. 25 Mason Dairy Farm..................................................... 11 Missouri Dairy Forum..................................................7 Missouri Dairy Profit Seminar.................................... 23 Moreland Farms ....................................................... 25 Morrisland Holsteins.................................................. 25 Robthom Farm.......................................................... 13 Rockwin Dairy .......................................................... 26 Pagecrest Holsteins......................................................1 Select Sires............................................................... BC Smith, Ed.................................................................. 26 Steele & King Farms ................................................. 25 Strickler Holsteins .................................................... 25 Toecky Holsteins...................................................... 19 Whitehead Dairy ....................................................... 25

Junior Champion Success at Madison

Jr Champion, Jr Show R&W Scenic-Edge SS Lori-Red Probert & Whitehead, MO

Res. Jr Champion, Jr Show Rokeyroad Aspen Dollars Culbertson & Goldenberg, TX

DATES TO REMEMBER December 6

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Region 7 Meeting

December 6

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Oklahoma Annual Meeting

Dec. 13

Salina, Kansas

Kansas Annual Meeting

Jan. 19, 2009

Fort Worth , Texas

Southwest Regional Show

Jan. 30

Lake Ozark, Missouri

Missouri Dairy Forum

Jan. 31

Lake Ozark, Missouri

Missouri Annual Meeting

Feb. 23-27

Concordia, Mt. Vernon,

Union, Lebanon, &

Cape Girardeau

MO Dairy Profit Seminars

March 19

Hutchinson, Kansas

Kansas State Sale

All-Kansas Show - heifers

March 20

Hutchinson, Kansas

All-Kansas Show - cows

March 20

Intercourse, PA

Mergold Dispersal &

Goldfawn and friends sale

March 21

Lubbock, Texas

Texas State Show

March 21

Carlyle, Illinois

Clinton County Classic

March 28

Columbia, Missouri

Missouri Spring Show

April 8-10

Stillwater, Oklahoma

Southern National

April 9

Stillwater, Oklahoma

Oklahoma State Sale

June 28-30

Sacramento, California

National Holstein Convention

Delegates to the 2009 National Holstein Convention in California Arkansas Lance Pruitt Kansas Doug Unruh & David Whitehill Missouri Barry Steevens & Brad Groves Oklahoma Todd Mason Texas Leo Hoff, Jr

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Our Cow of the Year Nominee

12 years old and still going strong!

BEST-SUNRISE MALACHI DAWN EX-90-3E EX-MS 6-03 365 2x 29,840 4.5 1337 3.1 920 Lft: 215,907 DAWN has been a great brood cow. With her high % Fat and her outstanding type which come shining through, many of her offspring have been hand picked for sales. For example, we sold a granddaughter of DAWN in the 2008 Missouri State Sale. She was the pick of Brad Groves, Billings, MO. He has expressed how pleased he is with his purchase. Thanks, Groves-View for your support and good luck in developing her Regancrest Mac daughter also.

We still have many EX and VG offspring of DAWN in the herd!

We have Registered bulls for sale!

They are sired by Pontiac, Advent, Baxter, Dex and Outside.

Give us a call!

Richard & Shirley, Michael & Hope Best 417-967-2465 * 6340 Lilly Rd, Houston, MO 65483

PBR - 13 Years

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BAA 107.7

Fax: 417-967-5615 www.holstein.com email: bsunrise@train.missouri.org

Manna - Our Cow of the Year Production?

Over 40,500M 1500F 1280P

Type?

EX-90

Brood Cow?

RADINE MAGNA MANNA EX-90 3-10 359 2x 40,570 3.7 1505 3.2 1281

RADINE GOLDWYN MODEL-ET VG-85 2-03 150 2x 12,646 4.2 526 3.3 416 Inc Model has 4 Damion ET daughters and Damion embryos are available.

Her 3 Outstanding Daughters: Manana VG-88 with 4.4%F 3.4%P Madona G+83 VG-MS flushed to Sandy Topped the 2008 OK State Sale Model VG-85@2-4 ME over 30,000M Manna was just flushed resulting in 16 Sanchez embryos and will be flushed to Goldwyn in December. Embryos are available

RADINE BEST MANANA VG-88 2-00 365 2x 29,925 4.4 1379 3.4 875 3rd Missouri Fat

The cows may be important, but here’s our true joy!

Thank you to everyone who has purchased cattle and embryos from us this year; Ken Horn and Brian Begert, Todd Mason, Gerard Hoekman, County Dairy, Bobby Griggs, Loren Huber, James Penn, Derek England, University of Missouri, Frans Osinga & Joe McClellan We hope they develop well for you.

Glory to God in the highest and on earth, peace and good will toward men” Luke 2:14 PBR - 13 years

Progressive Genetics - 13 years

BORMAN FARM 4704 County Rd 240, Kingdom City, MO 65262

Harlan & Judy, 573-642-2767 bormanfarm@ktis.net Tim & Kelly, 573-592-7466

tkborm@ktis.net Doug, Kate & Sophia, 573-814-3148

dkgeppert@mchsi.com