December 2013
Mid-States Holstein News
Tempting Teaoni
TOECKY SANCHEZ TEAONI Sired by Sanchez & Selling Fresh D: Toecky Final Cut Tamale G+84 VG-MS 3-04 365 2x 25,651 3.8 971 3.1 787 4-09 365 2x 22,945 4.1 937 3.0 683 Mat. Sister: Toecky Gabor Tula G+84 VG-MS Fresh in September & Milking over 100 lbs.
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New Excellent Toecky Anna-Lyss Sanchez EX-90 EX-MS @3-7 2-01 365 2x 27,188 3.5 945 3.1 844 2013 Missouri Futurity Winner 2012 All-Missouri Jr. 2-Yr Old Fresh in September with Aftershock bull and milking over 100 lbs. 5 New Very Good Cows!
BAA: 105.1
2nd D: Toecky Greed Tourmaline VG-86 6-11 365 2x 25,914 4.5 1162 3.0 772 Lft: 121,041M 5120F 3792P 3rd D: Toecky Outside Topaz VG-88 5-05 365 2x 29,171 4.3 1240 3.1 919 Lft: 103,421M 4638F 3364P 4th D: Toecky Skybuck Tourquiose EX-90 Lft: 126,337M 4937F 4136P
Bulls For Sale
TOECKY FARM Tom & Becky Durst 7600 Hwy M - Huggins, MO 65484 - 417.926.3301 Chrissy Durst: 417.217.2143 - Gus Durst
Mid-States Holstein News
Inside: Kansas State Fair Results Texas State Fair Results Heart of America Dairy Expo
DEC 2013 VOLUME 152
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December 1 March 1 June 1 December 1
Sue Ann Steele, Editor Rte. 4, Box 676 Butler, MO 64730 660-200-5214 Email: holstein1995@gmail.com 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: Bruce Tencelve, Little Rock; Vice-President: Susan Fisher, Beebe; Secretary/ Treasurer: Jim Griffin, 15542 Logan Cave Rd, Siloam Springs, AR; BOARD MEMBERS: James Smith, Doug Herbaugh, Randy Spears, Mike Quattlebaum
On the cover U-Wing Destry Tatum capped a successful show season in November by being named the Best Bred and Owned at the Mid-East Fall National Show in Louisville, Kentucky. Tatum had earlier in the day won the Sr. 3-Year Old Class and was named Res. Intermediate Champion. Before venturing to Louisville, she was raised to EX-92 EX-MS, the maximum score for a second calf animal. Tatum is owned by Jason and Tim Ewing, Fordland, Missouri and is housed at Robthom Farm. The Intermediate Champion Claquato RH Elicit-ET, the 1st place Sr. 2-Year Old owned by Shelby Rader and Gene Iager, Pleasant Plain, Ohio is included in the picture. Champion photo from Louisville courtsey of Dairy Agenda Today. Congratulations to Todd and Jill Mason of Kingfisher, OK on their recent marriage.
Delegates to the 2014 National Holstein Convention Kansas: David Rottinghaus & Dwight Rokey Missouri: Brad Groves & Jodi Wright Oklahoma: Brett Morris Texas: Leo Hoff, Jr
KANSAS: President: Robbie Leach; Vice-President: Dwight Rokey; Past President: David Rottinghaus; Secretary: Kerri Ebert, 4210 Wam-Teau Drive, Wamego, DIRECTORS: Devon Benfer, Darren Benfer, Ryan Bodenhausen, Harry Clubine, Eugene George, Kevin Fast , Dale Klassen, Carol Keen, Doug Unruh, Kevin Winter MISSOURI: President: Eric Ling, Springfield ; VicePresident: Jay Moreleand, Harrisonville, Linn; Secretary/Treasurer: Jodi Wright, Verona; Directorat-large: Brad Grove, Billings, DIRECTORS: Eric Adkins, Dallas Cornelius, Kirby Hanson, Joe McClellan, Jay Moreland, Justin Nelson, Crystal Radamacher, John Schoen, Marvin Schoen, Ed Steele, Mike Wilson, Larry Wright NEW MEXICO: President: Andy Vaz, Roswell; VicePresident; 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, Michael Schreiber, Windthorst; Vice-President: Leo Hoff, Jr, Windthorst, Sec/Treas: Elwyn Liggett, 519 Liggett Rd, Bellevue; DIRECTORS: Randy Carpenter, Richie Heida, Gerard Hoekman, John Koster, Joseph Osinga, Stanley Haedge, Bradly Veitenheimer, Chad Steinberger 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. PERIODICAL POSTAL CODE:355240
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There were no delegates nominated or elected for Arkansas and New Mexico. Regional Representatives: Jenny Elliott Iley Charlie Schiller 1404 Westwood Court 2060 E Harvest Park Ct, Apt 21 Stephenville, TX 76401 Salt Lake City, UT 84121 254-485-8629 320-493-4082 jiley@holstein.com cschiller@holstein.com Nat’l Holstein Director Tim Ewing Roy Buessing 4784 St. Hwy PP 1083 29th Road Fordland, MO 65652 Axtell, Kansas 66403 417-818-6455 785-736-2766 tewing@holstein.com pab@bluevalley.net
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Kansas State Fair Holstein Show
September 9, 2013 Hutchinson, Kansas Judge: Ted Dement, Kenney, Illinois Spring Heifer Calf (4) 1.Lin-Crest Barbwire Crackers, Erin Leach, Linwood, KS; 2. Esteford Lance Wanda, Sherri Bray, Lawrence, KS; 3. Four Streams AL Tulip, Jacob Klipp, Hanover, KS Winter Heifer Calf (9) 1.Lin-Crest Contender Martini, Taylor Leach, Linwood, KS; 2. Rokeyroad Ladd Maranda-Red, Dwight Rokey, Sabetha, KS; 3. VT-Pond-View AmbreeET, Brittnay George, Baldwin City, KS Fall Heifer Calf (7) 1.U-Neb Brokaw Mac, Roy Buessing, Axtell, KS; 2. MS MDF Barbwire, Grace Newhouse, Moundridge, KS; 3. Paulinn Braxton Jolly 1020, Jill Seiler, Valley Center, KS Summer Yearling Heifer (3) 1.Paulinn Lincoln Regal 982, Maggie Seiler, Valley Center, KS; 2. Rokeyroad Acme Silk, Dwight Rokey, Sabetha, KS; 3. Groves-Vu Chap Eliza, Kevin Fast, Moundridge, KS Spring Yearling Heifer (4) 1.Key Jewel Atwood Alicia, Kevin Fast, Moundridge, KS; 2. Miss-Long-Green S Raven-ET, Brittnay George, Baldwin City, KS; 3. Paulinn Sanchez Paige 962, Corbin Gauthier, El Dorado, KS Winter Yearling Heifer (4) 1.Milksource So-Red-ET, Brittnay George,
Baldwin City, KS; 2. Rokeyroad Haven Tara, Dwight Rokey, Sabetha, KS; 3. JonsD Atwood Ashlyn, David Jons, Bonner Springs, KS Fall Yearling Heifer (4) 1.On-Cloudnine Absolut 136-ET, Dwight Rokey, Sabetha, KS; 2. On-Cloudnine Dundee Ada-ET, Dwight Rokey; 3. FriessJK Dempster Prom-ET, Kevin Friess, Conway Springs, KS Junior Champion Key Jewel Atwood Alicia Reserve Junior Champion Paulinn Lincoln Regal 982 Jr 3 Best (3) 1.Dwight Rokey; 2. Maggie Seiler; 3. Rob Leach Dry Cow – Any Age(2) 1.Miss-Long-Green Bianca, Trevor Klipp, Hanover, KS; 2. La-Par 2148 Littoral 2628, Scott Murphy, Udall, KS Jr 2 Year Old Cow (5) 1.Paulinn Dundee Myra 870, Maggie Seiler, Valley Center, KS; 2. Esteford Blade Bailey, Sherri Bray, Lawrence, KS; 3. LinCrest HBD Braxton Faye, Taylor Leach; Linwood, KS Sr 2 Year Old Cow (6) 1.Rokeyroad Atwood Entrust-ET, Dwight Rokey, Sabetha, KS; 2. Rokey-Benfer JSPR Candy-ET, Dwight Rokey; 3. Paulinn Sanchez Mint 805-ET, Maggie Seiler, Valley Center, KS Jr 3 Year Old Cow (3) 1.Rokeyroad Sanchez Revel, Dwight Rokey,
Sabetha, KS; 2. MS Poor-Richs Destry Anna, Roy Buessing, Axtell, KS; 3. Rokeyroad Sydney Satin-ET, Dwight Rokey; Paulinn Bacc Patsy, Jill Seiler, Valley Center, KS Sr 3 Year Old Cow (2) 1.Po-Lin-Max Dir Angie Red-ET, Taylor Leach and Morgan Cavett, Linwood, KS; 2. Jons-G Shaq Tonya, Jill Seiler, Valley Center, KS Intermediate Champion Rokeyroad Atwood Entrust-ET Reserve Int. Champion Paulinn Dundee Myra 870 4 Year Old Cow (8) 1.Sixcorner Royal Rapture-ET, Dwight Rokey, Sabetha, KS; 2. Oakfield-Bro Goldwyn 650-ET, Dwight Rokey; 3. ROP Advent Morgan-Red-ET, Ratliff, Ossenkop, Pretz, Garnett, KS Senior & Grand Champion SixCorner Royal Rapture-ET Reserve Sr & Grand Champion Oakfield-Bro Goldwyn 650-ET Produce of Dam (2) 1.Rob Leach; 2. Doug Unruh Daughter-Dam (4) 1.Dwight Rokey; 2. Jill Seiler; 3. Chad Mueller Best Three Females (3) 1.Dwight Rokey; 2. Maggie Seiler; 3. Doug Unruh Dairy Herd (2) 1. Dwight Rokey; 2. Maggie Seiler
Durst Family Sweep Missouri Futurity Awards The beautiful College of the Ozarks hosted the 2013 Missouri Holstein Futurity. Eight 3-Year Olds paraded before Judge Ron DeLong, Marionville, MO. Taking top honors was the reigning AllMissouri Jr. 2-Year Old, Toecky Anna-Lyss Sanchez owned by Becky Durst, Huggins. With a milk record of 27,159, Toecky Seduction owned by Tom Durst was named the overall production winner. A new award was presented this year, an award recognizing the cow with the best overall feet and legs. This award is sponsored by Dr. John Underwood and went to another Durst animal, Toecky Timex, owned by Chrissy Durst. Select Sires Mid-America sponsored director’s chair for the top three Futurity winners. For the juniors, ABS Global sponsored a director’s chair for the top junior animal. In addition to the Futurity, the College of the Ozarks sponsored two classes for everyone to judge and provided a luncheon.
L to R: MO Princess, Bailee Whitehead; 1st Toecky Anna-Lyss Sanchez owned by Becky Durst; 2nd Toecky Timex owned by Becky Durst; 3rd Ms GoldenDream Riplee owned by Jeff Conrad; Judge Ron DeLong
MO Princess, Bailee Whitehead; Production winner: Toecky Seduction, Judge Ron DeLong.
Futurity Results 1. Toecky Anna-Lyss Sanchez, Becky Durst Huggins 2. Toecky Timex, Becky Durst, Huggins 3. Ms Golden-Dream Riplee, Jeff Conrad, Willow Springs 4. Toecky Seduction, Tom Durst, Huggins
MO Princess, Bailee Whitehead; Feet & Legs Award Winner Toecky Timex, Judge Ron DeLong.
5. Gatton Lheros Medussa, Jessica Gatton-Dixon, Conway 6. Ram-Elle Durchan Jaylo, Michelle & Loren Eilenstine, Mountain Grove 7. J-Lean Kyle Stripes, Jessilyn McLean, Republic 8. J-Lean Ely Rose, Jessilyn McLean, Republic
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From the Field
‘Tis the season of hustle and bustle and things are no different at Holstein Association, USA. As we wrap up our 2013 year and strive towards our association and member goals we are pleased to announce some updates through October 31st and approved 2014 Management-by-Objective business plans, as decided upon during the board of directors meeting held November 21-22 in Chicago, Ill. Current numbers, through October 31st, at HAUSA show our registration numbers in at 290,931, which is similar to this time last year. Our official goal for the year is 400,000 registrations to beat last year’s number by over 30,000 additional registrations. Our transfers are shown to have an 82% increase from this time last year with 103,478 received. Holstein COMPLETE has a cow enrollment number of 280,523 with 1,839 herds; both show an increase from 2012. Also showing increases are AgriTech up 2,158 head being processed from 865,597 and classification by 2% with 190,339 on the regular classification program. Members who participate in our popular Holstein COMPLTE program and have 1,001 or more Registered Holsteins enrolled will receive a reduction in the per cow fee. Beginning with the 1,001st animal enrolled, the per cow charge will be reduced from $8.50 to $6.50. This will take the costs of a 3,500 head enrollment from $30,500 to $25,500 totaling a savings of $5000 annually. This change is exciting as we continue to see herd sizes increasing, therefore we’ve been challenged to think differently and create new ideas to cater to herds of all sizes. HAUSA’s mission is “To provide leadership, information and services to help members and dairy producers worldwide be successful.” This holds true yesterday, today and tomorrow as we continue to grow stronger with each new step all while holding true to our values, mission and roots. Another MBO decided upon is a new program that will honor long-living, productive U.S. Registered Holstein cows. This new designation in 2014 will recognize cows with high milk production, elite type, and long, productive milk lives- the type of cow every dairy producer would love to milk! This also is exciting as we take a look into these animals and honor them. On the other end of taking your ideal milk cow and hoping for the same type of progeny, genomic numbers are showing 30% more accuracy that what a parent average will show, on a 9K genomic test. As I travel across my 3 state I have come to realize there is at least some interest in genomics. For some it may be testing a portion of the herd, for some just those top animals in the other and for others using genomic bulls. You don’t have to go far in the dairy industry to look for that buzz word so here’s some quick info: Parent average projected reliability=42% 9K Genomic projected reliability=72% 77K Genomic projected reliability=74% 800K Genomic projected reliability=74%
Holstein USA Regional Meeting On Video
Holstein Association USA will host a member update meeting on January 21, 2014, at the Holstein Association USA headquarters. This will take the place of the traditional regional member meetings which have been held for a number of years. This meeting will be recorded and a video will be posted on the Holstein Association USA web site, giving all an opportunity to hear the State of the Association address, a financial report, and an update on Holstein USA programs.
Cost =$45/animal via tail hair or TSU ear samples Cost =$125/animal via tail hair or TSU ear samples Cost =$250/animal via tail hair or TSU ear samples
Cost shown is understood as you being a member through CDCB in which you can contact Holstein to see if you are a member. If you are enrolled on Holstein COMPLETE you get member rates, along with a 5% discount on each test. If you are interested but not real sure how to utilize genomics into your operation contact your Regional Rep today. Also, amongst my three states, and working with reps from other states, we have really seen a spiked interest in better identification on farm. Of course genomics can help with proper id, but before that course of action it takes getting on a good visual ID system. With our Holstein tags through Allflex you will get a tag that is lasered then ink jet printed decreasing fading that has a tamperproof seal for longevity. We know cows may think the grass is greener on the other side and stick their heads through a fence or two caused a tag to pop, which is why we have a great PAGE 4 - MSHN, December 2013
Welcome to an awfully cold December As we look forward to the Wonders of Christmas and the New Year it is a good time to take a look at what has happened at Holstein USA in 2013. Our classification numbers for the year are up 2%. We have had 562 new adult members with our membership drive which is an increase of 2% also. Two judges conferences were held this year with good attendance at both conferences. After the Show Committee met in November the Board has approved the National Judges list which is available on the Holstein USA website. I would like to remind you that there are two lists. The National list is for those people who are qualified to judge on of our 11 national shows. Anyone on the national or qualified list can judge any junior, regional, state, or local show. These lists have been very well received and provide an avenue for show personnel looking for judges. The conference this year will be held in Columbus Ohio. Carl Kent is HAUSA’s international marketing director. He has been able to attend trade shows in Russia, Turkey, Kazakhstan, Mexico, Japan, and Central America. This has enabled producers to have opportunites to export both cattle and embryoes and hopefully open up future opportunites with China and other far East countries. It is also time for you to think about applying for some of the Holstein awards that are annually given. These are for Progressive Young Breeder, Lifetime achievement herds , and others listed on the website. The position that I am currently Director for is also up for election this year so if you feel like you have what it takes let me know and we will get you on the ballot. As we progress through this winter season and labor to take care of our cattle please remember to be careful. With Christmas fast approaching let us remember why we are celebrating this season and be thankful for our families and good fortune that we have to be caretakers of this great machine called the HOLSTEIN COW. Merry Christmas Roy
tag replacement program including a reduced tag price and free shipping. Over 75% of all animals registered to HAUSA came through with Holstein Tag ID. So something to ask yourself are you saving time and money with using tags and Holstein EASY? Take a look at our tag prices on the Holstein USA website, www. holsteinusa.com. Remember your Regional Reps are here to help you get the most out of the business you are doing with us. From a tag system that is best for your type of management, to ease of registration to programs to increase lineage on start-ups to marketing high index animals. Contact your rep today for a customized 2014 business proposal and Dairy Vision Trend Analysis for your herd, while being compared to other herds identifying with Holstein USA. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year, Jenny Iley
Waiting for Breeze’s Babies in 2014
• 7 - Atwood pregnancies due January 2014 • 4 - Acme pregnancies due January 2014 • 4 - Goldsun pregnancies due March 2014 • 7 - Brokaw pregnancies due March 2014
These pregnancies are all IVF Females!
RF Outside Breeze-ET 2E-95 5-03 365 3x 37,705 4.3 1627 3.3 1240 Lft: 1844 160,109 4.6 7323 3.4 5364 Grand Champion, Southern Spring National 2011 Breeze’s Sanchez daughter was fresh this September. She and her Atwood heifer calf look great!
Another One to Watch for in 2014 R-Jon Atwood Annie VG-89 - a sweet Jr. 3-Year Old. She will be at Fort Worth!
Mason Dairy Farm Todd Mason
ph: 405-408-8941 masondairy@pldi.net Kingfisher, Oklahoma
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Classification Highlights
Radine Hi Metro D’Lise 3E-90 U-MO Eland Kari 2E-90 U-MO Gabor Pebbles VG-86 VG-MS U-MO Damion Kaci VG-85 @2-05
Lft: over 170,000 Lft: over 203,000 2nd Jr. 2-Yr Old, 2013 Missouri State Fair Damion daughter of Kari
University of Missouri
Foremost Dairy Research and Teaching Center 9601 W Hwy 40, Columbia, MO 65201 573.445.4009 email: denbighj@missouri.edu PAGE 6 - MSHN, December 2013
Farm Manager John Denbigh
Research Specialist Eric Adkins
Life After The Cows Are Gone
In this issue of the Mid-States Roundtable, we visit with some Holstein breeders in our region who have recently made the tough decision to sell their milking herd and focus on other ventures. As you can tell by their comments, this was a tough decision made after a lot of thought and number crunching. Sharing their views are Jeanette Argall, Noble, Missouri; Shirley Best, Houston, Missouri; Kenneth Hall, Clinton, Arkansas; Dale Klassen, Hillsboro, Kansas. When did you sell your dairy herd? Argall: We sold the “top end” cows through private treaty, then the remainder through public auction on August 12, 2012. Best: We sold our dairy in October 2012. We had a public auction at our farm that attracted a tent full of buyers from 14 states. Buyers from eight states took home cattle that day. Hall: We sold our cows by public auction on March 15, 2012. Klassen: We had a public auction on September 5, 2012. What was the main reason you decided to quit milking cows? Argall: The main reason was the lack of profit due to circumstances beyond our control i.e., feed costs, milk prices, and three years of drought in this area. With those combined with production costs we were unable to continue. Best: We decided to retire after milking for 34 years. It was a planned business decision and allowed us to put take our time and not put a sale together in a matter of moments. It allows us to do a better job taking care of our health; your body just tells you that you need to slow down. In addition, our children had other interests. We had built up equity and didn’t want to continue to lose that through lower milk prices, higher feed costs and drought. Milking more cows wasn’t the answer for us. It would have meant more labor, more of everything we didn’t have, including good dependable labor. Hall: It was a financial decision when corn went to $7-$8 dollars a bushel. We were getting $11 for milk and the feed was costing at least $11, we couldn’t make any money. During the bad times, we kept thinking it would get better, but it never did. If I had to do it all over again, I would never raise another heifer. We were milking 80-90 cows and had 150 heifers to raise. With the price of feed, it did not make economic sense. Klassen: The reasons to quit outweighed the reasons to continue. Dad (Lloyd Klassen) had retired and we had a large farming operation with over 3500 acres. It was just too much to do. Also, the profitability of dairying weighed heavily on my mind. Labor was a big issue. The list just continued to get longer and longer.
MK-Jalyn Jennys Valentine 5E-94 One of the favorite cows of the Argall herd.
Best-Sunrise Chespk Silk-ET EX-92 GMD DOM One of the foundation cows of the Best herd.
How long had your family been involved in the dairy industry? Argall: Mark is a fifth generation dairy farmer. Dairy farming is all this family has done for generations. It is “all” we know! It wasn’t just a job for us!!! It was a way of life and passion. It was something we enjoyed and believed in very deeply. Our children would have been 6th generation dairy farmers had circumstances been different. Best: Richard and I have been involved in dairying all our life. Best-Sunrise was established in October 1978. We purchased 43 grade cows and heifers from my mother when she retired from the business. In 1980, we purchased our first Registered Holstein as a Springing heifer and then be bought one or two animals, mostly consignments from the Missouri State Sales. In 1993, we had a sale and sold all our grades and focused on building a registered herd. Hall: We started in 1970. Janet and I moved back to Arkansas after teaching Ag in Missouri. I continued to teach for a couple years after we moved back. Since we began, we have had 5 sales. We would sell out, take a break for a few years and then begin again, but not this time. Klassen: In 1954, Dad got out of the service. He chased 20 cows across the creek from his Dad’s place and began his dairy on our current farming location. What are the biggest thrills and accomplishments in your dairy career? Argall: Wow!!! That’s a loaded question!!! It was all a thrill for us!! Even the challenges taught us so much! The accomplishments were obviously in our genetics program and how far we came in such a short period of time. Genetics was the key to any success or accomplishments we made or had and was definitely a passion! I’d say the biggest “thrill and blessing was being able to raise our kids on the farm. It’s hard to put in to words. There is so much we enjoyed about the farm. Our relationship with the animals, they were our family! We loved going on the road and going to shows and letting people see our genetic accomplishments. We absolutely loved all the people we learned so much from in
the dairy industry, whether it be it be in genetics, showing, nutrition etc. Best: Our biggest thrill has been watching our children show heifers and cows, seeing them get better each year, from being on the bottom to going home and breeding a better one each year and finally winning at state and national levels. We bred over 50 Excellent cows and sent bulls to A.I. We won the PBR for 15 years and in 2002 we were named the Missouri Dairy Hall of Honors Distinguished Dairy Cattle Breeder. A recent thrill was being a host farm at the 2012 National Holstein Convention Host Day activities. At the close of our sale, we were told what made it a success and what made people come out because of our integrity and honesty. The dairy industry made our dreams come true and has allowed us to make friends across the state and the entire country. Hall: I really enjoyed walking in our tie stall barn before our sale. We had 19 Excellent cows standing there. Some we had bred and some we had bought. Our BAA was around 107.5. We really enjoyed that part; it was a lot of fun. I always enjoyed showing people good cattle. We built the tie-stall barn with the goal of people coming in, seeing the cattle and then selling groups at a time. In the beginning, we were able to sell groups a couple times a year. I really enjoyed the people. What I miss most, is visiting with dairying. Some of my best days in the dairy business were when I worked with Braswell Sales. A sale was a social function. The tents would be packed with people who came to look at cattle and visit with their friends. Klassen: I had a lot of fun in the show ring. In the Midwest, we were pretty competitive. We had Res. Grand Champion at the Southern National in 2000, the last time it was in Springfield. We had Grand 11 of 13 years at the All-Kansas Show. My favorite cow was Klassens Taz Bim EX-93. She was a homebred cow and a homebred bull. She won the Kansas State Fair three times and a two-time winner at the AllKansas Show. In addition, she made over 40,000M. Continued on page 8
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What are some of the biggest problems facing the dairy industry? Argall: 1. Co-Op domination; 2. Government interference; 3. Keeping production cost down far enough below milk prices to pay a mortgage and live. What can be done? Get the government completely out of agriculture, (that will not happen). Best: A stable milk price for the entire year. That would enable you to make business decisions and know what is coming down the road. It is really hard to budget. For dairymen, the milk price is what they want to give you. It seems it doesn’t matter what the cost of production is. We need a new Farm Bill based on today’s economics, not something designed in 1940. Hall: Milk marketing always seems to be the situation. Labor is a problem, unless you have access to Hispanics to help. It is hard to get financing. Back in the old days, you had a line of credit, but not anymore. Now banks require collateral, and they don’t want cows, they want land. It’s also hard to get people who want to work as hard as dairymen. They can work less hours in better conditions and make more money. In the future, I can see more niche markets. Dairymen will try to process their own product and sell direct. Klassen: Controlling production. The big dairies have the ability to produce milk really fast. In the late ‘90’s, we milked over 400 cows. Today to be economical sound, we would need to milk 1500. Technology has also hurt us. With sexed semen and better nutrition, we have learned how to get so much more milk and have so many more replacements. It will be hard to control production without a quota. I don’t think we can control production among ourselves without help. But I don’t think the government will allow a quota. If you have a quota in milk, are you going to have a quota in the other commodity groups? What advice would you give to someone trying to make the decision between selling their cows and staying in the dairy business? Argall: Consider your age, debt, and work load. I don’t see small dairy’s lasting much longer. But if you are young with little or no debt, and want this way of life, hang in there a few more years like we did. But, prepare PLAN “B”, now. Leave yourself an out. Don’t let your liabilities outgrow your assets. If they already have, get out now, because it will only get worse. Best: If you plan to sell, don’t let it be a snap decision. Think it out, weigh your options and plan for it. Most importantly, stay with your plan. If you decide to continue dairying, keep informed. Educate yourself and learn from your experiences. Dairying is changing every day. Be open minded and willing to change if needed. Daily cash flow for your operation is important. Some things are out of the dairyman’s control; focus PAGE 8 - MSHN, December 2013
Imperical Cleopatra EX-93 DOM Owned by the Tencleve & Hall families.
Klassens Taz Bim EX-93 A show matriarch of the Klassen herd.
on what you can change in management. Don’t let yourself get so tired, that is when you do not make good decisions. The key to a good dairy operation is Management. Hall: Before you decide to stop, make sure there is something else you can do. Consider the value of your land and assets. Your bills won’t stop just because you are not milking cows anymore. Klassen: Selling our cows was the toughest decision I ever made. The three months prior to the sale, I wondered every night if I was doing the right thing. When you are deciding whether to continue, you need to decide if dairying is your true passion. Also, does it make economic sense to continue. For me it was a personal decision. It was what was right for our farm and family. I was spending more time in the field and was missing the simple things with the cows. If you missed a cow in heat a time or two, you start have long days open and then you start having real problems. There is life after dairying. Our oldest son Andy is a senior at K-State. While we still had the cows, we seldom were able to get to campus and see him. Now, we can plan a Saturday and go to Manhattan. We have also been able to take a vacation that wasn’t just to a cattle show or dairy event. Would you encourage your children to get involved in the dairy industry? Argall: The dairy industry as a whole is a big industry. There are many fields in which they could get involved. But we believe that dairy farming, as we know it, (the small family farm), will soon be a thing of the past. We do not encourage them to follow our footsteps, the way “we” have for generations. Best: If the children really took an interest in dairy farming, I believe I would encourage them. But I do believe they really need to explore and see what else is out there that might spark their interest. It is a lifetime investment and a wonderful place to raise a family and teach them how to work. Hall: No, I wouldn’t want them to go through what I have gone through. Here in Arkansas, you are too vulnerable to the price of corn and you are at the mercy of who you market milk through. You have no control over price. The big boys are going to control everything. They are not really dairying, they have milk factories.
To get the younger people involved, the dairy industry is going to have to be more attractive. They will compare it to other jobs that may have better pay and benefits. Klassen: I have actually had that discussion with Andy. To be involved in the dairy business, you need to be 120% committed and have a passion for dairy second to none. When Andy graduates from K-State he is going to come back to the farm, but not to dairy. Are you still involved in the dairy industry? Argall: Technically, yes we are still involved but on a very small scale. We still have a few, high scoring, registered cows that we held back for genetic purposes. We supply a few friends with whole milk, and continue to breed for top quality animals. We sold the farm about a month ago and have recently enrolled in Truck Driving School to get our CDL’s. We want to drive for a few years. If the dairy industry does turn around, we may decide to get back in. Best: Dairying will always have my heart and be a part of my life. I start my day by going to the web and checking out Dairy Agenda Today and Holstein World to see what is going on. I also keep up with the milk prices and feed costs. We enjoyed going to the District and State Fair dairy shows and just watching without worrying about getting home for milking time. Richard and I have had a hard year adjusting to retiring from the dairy business. We still farm. Richard is in hay production. We lease our pasture land, but kept our hay. Richard still raises Border Collie puppies and I am getting into quilting. We had a chance to see some Branson shows, and attend the State Fair. We’ve enjoyed watching the grandchildren’s ballgames. Currently we have been working at church on a live Life of Jesus drive through Nativity. Yes, there is life after dairying! Hall: I have been working with some dairy auctions. Klassen: We are raising a lot of hay with most of it going to dairies. I’ve used my contacts I made in the dairy industry to sell our hay. We have hay going to several states including Minnesota, Ohio and Georgia. We will continue farming. Andy is planning to return after graduation and so the next generation of Klassen will begin.
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Celebrating 100 Years o f Mi sso u r i Ho l st e i n s 1 9 1 5 - 2 0 1 5 – C o r re c t i o n s & O m i ssi o n s
Progressive Breeders registryAWARDS
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Clyde Hill, Clyde University of Missouri, Columbia Maynard Burns, Rogersville Arthur Hartman, Barnard G.G. Vanderfeltz, Jefferson City SE Mo State College, Cape Girardeau Robert F. Thomson, Sr., Springfield Elsworth Kapp, Clarksdale Robert F. Thomson, Jr., Springfield St. Mary’s Seminary, Perryville Conception Abbey, Conception Albert & Emma Staiger, Billings Karl B. Althage, New Haven Ron Shaver, Lathrop Joe King, Clever Ernest Cowherd, Cassville Dave Norman, Thayer Arthur Lorenz, Seymour John & Jane Staiger, Billings Leon Vanderfeltz,Jefferson City College of the Ozarks, Point Lookout Vincent Hoelscher, Jefferson City Ernest Schmoll, Pleasant Hill George Lee Hays, Seneca Richard Lenz, Prairie Home Lloyd and Kay Bacon, Cameron Keith Terry, Pierce City Steele & King, Butler Richard and Shirley Best, Houston Harlan and Judy Borman, Kingdom City Carletti Farms, Rayville Vernon Echelmeier, Fulton Kirby Hanson, Graham Johnny Watterson, Mansfield James and Novalee Coats, Mt. Grove Bill and Dawn Thompson, Mt. Grove Jim and Fran Scott, Halfway Boyd Brothers, Bolivar William and Veronica Gatton, Crane Frank Haynam, Mountain Grove Tim & Jason Ewing, Fordland Alfred Brandt, Linn Derek Page, Mt. Vernon Todd & Brad Groves, Billings
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No. of Years Won 19 1 5 6 9 3 2 2 56* 4 7 2 4 1 15 6 4 4 7 14 1 2 3 2 1 3 1 1 16 15* 4 1 3 1 4 1 1 8 1 1 2 2* 1 2*
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Celebrating 100 Years of Mi sso u r i Ho l st e i n s 1 9 1 5 - 2 0 1 5 – C o r re c t i o n s & O m i ssi o n s
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Holstein USA Announces 2013 PRB Winners
To be eligible for the PRB, herd owner must be a member of both their national and state associations, and enrolled in the Deluxe or Premier TriStar options and Herd Classification programs. The herd’s percent B.A.A. for Herd Classification must be in the top 25% of herds classified during the 18-month time period just prior to March 1 of the current calendar year. In addition, they must have a minimum of twenty 87% RHA and higher cows in the milking herd, of which at least 75% bear the herd owner’s prefix. College of the Ozarks, Point Lookout, MO 1st yr BAA: 105.2 25,262M 885F 739P Todd & Brad Groves, Billings, MO 4th yr BAA: 108.0 33,093M 1356F 1015P Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, OK 1st yr BAA: 106.2 30,164M 1173F 921P
Holstein USA Announces 2013 Progressive Genetic Award Winners
In order to qualify as a Progressive Genetics Herd (PGH), a herd must several criteria. Herd owners must be a member of both their national and state associations, and enrolled in the Deluxe or Premier TriStar options and Herd Classification programs. The herd must have a minimum of twenty 87% RHA and higher cows in the milking herd with CTPIs. There is no minimum requirement for number of young stock. Automatic evaluation of all herds is done annually. The PGH recognition is awarded to the 500 herds with the highest average TPI for females in the herd, both young and mature. Animals used in the evaluation are derived from Genetic Herd Report. Daniel & Kerry Wiebe, Whitewater, KS 1st yr 1879 PTPI Cla-Cor Farm, LLC, Easton, MO 1st yr 1697 PTPI Purina Animal Nutrition Center, Gray Summit, MO 2nd yr 1674 PTPI Todd & Brad Groves, Billings, MO 12th yr 1711 PTPI Wilson Marton, Memphis, MO 3rd yr 1713 PTPI Buster Goff, Hobbs, New Mexico 2nd yr 1675 PTPI Rock Hill Dairy LLC, Dexter, NM 1st yr 1843 PTPI Frans Beukeboom, Dublin, TX 3rd yr 1702 PTPI Jerry Vieth, Windthorst, TX 21st yr 1752 PTPI Michael Schreiber, Windthorst, TX 7th yr 1741 PTPI Robert Steinberger, Sr., Windthorst, TX 1st yr 1670 PTPI
Mid-East Fall National Holstein Show Results
The Mid-States region was well represented at the Mid-East Fall National Holstein Show in Louisville. Below are those exhibitors who placed in the top 5 of their class. U-Wing Destry Tatum, 1st Sr. 3-Yr Old, Res. Intermediate Champion, Best Bred & Owned, owned by Tim & Jason Ewing, Fordland, MO Bonarada Million Snowy-ET, 2nd Jr. 2-Yr Old, owned by Smith Crest Holsteins & Bob Spears, WI & AR Tex-Stein Pontiac Grace, 3rd Sr. 2-Yr Old, owned by TexStein Holsteins, Windthorst, TX Morrisland Damion Diana, 4th 5-Yr Old, owned by Brett Morris, Ninnekah, OK Lin-Crest HBD Braxton Faye, 5th Milking Fall Yrlg, owned by Taylor Leach & Annie Holton, Linwood, KS
2013 State Fair of Texas Champions Dallas, Texas
State Fair of Texas Grand Champion: Hoff-Hill Marion Reagan, shown by Karissa Slayton
Grand Champion: Hoff-Hill Marion Reagan, Karissa Slayton Res. Grand Champion: Sandy C Sanchez Rosa, Kenton Carpenter Junior Champion: Miss Fortune Margo-ET, Jacy Carpenter Res. Junior Champion: Gildale Advent Babe-Red-ET, Kenton Carpenter Premier Breeder: Hoff-Hill Holsteins Premier Exhibitor: Larkan Dairy
State Production Leaders
Dwight & Anita Rokey, Sabetha, Kansas Rokeyroad Sanchez Ralynn VG-87 3-04 3x 305 34,440 3.6 1232 2.9 1006 1st Jr. 3 Yr Old Milk, 3x 305 Navs Planet C11562-ET VG-86 2-06 365 3x 33,700 3.7 1242 3.1 1057 1st Sr. 2 Yr Milk & 1st Protein, 2nd Fat, 3x 365 Purina Animal Nutrition Center, Gray Summit, Missouri PRF Blitz Hi Metro 166 5-03 330 3x 45,770 3.4 1560 2.5 1133 1st Mature Milk, 3x 365 Gerard Hoekman, Dublin, Texas Hoek-Tex Powerhouse 5203 G+83 3-11 3x 37,200 3.5 1289 3.3 1239 1st Sr. 3-Yr Old Milk, 3x 305 Hoek-Tex Marion 13862 G+80 2-02 305 3x 32,010 3.3 1042 2.9 917 1st Jr. 2-Yr Old Milk, 3x 305 Jerry & Andy Vaz, Hobbs, New Mexico Vazdale Blitz Jessica VG-86 4-10 305 2x 36,630 3.0 1116 2.7 999 1st Sr. 4-Yr Old Milk & 3rd Protein, 2x 305
Keep Calves Going in the Cold
The calf’s average body core temperature is about 102 degrees F, and its “thermal neutral zone” is 60 to 80 degrees. According to AgriLabs, when the temperature drops below 60, calves start diverting energy away from growth and disease prevention. To help prevent the effects of cold stress, make sure the cows are well nourished. That results in more warming fat and better quality colostrum for calves. Feed more energy. Whether it’s feeding more milk replacer, increasing the dry matter content of the milk replacer or adding an extra feeding, calves need more energy in winter months. Adding grain to the calf’s diet also boosts energy. Shield the calves from wind and drafts. Provide places where the calf can escape the wind, especially places they can lie down and expose less body surface. Invest in warm bedding. Provide 3 inches of dry, comfortable bedding with good insulating properties. If bedding is adequate, the calf’s feet should not be visible when lying down. Heat milk and water. When calves drink cold milk, replacer or water, their body must warm it to 102 degrees F. So, warm liquids to body temperature will help. MSHN, December 2013 - PAGE 13
2014 Heart of America Dairy Expo
presented by
January 23-25, 2014
Ramada Oasis Hotel and Convention Center• Springfield, MO
Schedule of Events
Thursday, January 23, 2014
Friday, January 24, 2014
6:00 p.m. Grand Opening Trade Show Reception 7:30 Early Bird Seminar: “Dairy Policy: Where Do We Go From Here?”—Jim Mulhern, CEO, National Milk Producers Federation (Grande Ballroom)
8:00 a.m. Registration/Check-in, Trade Show Open, Coffee, Milk & Pastries sponsored by Southwest Dairy Farmers 9:25 a.m. Expo Welcome - Larry Purdom, Expo Chairman 9:30 Speaker TBD, sponsored by Alltech 10:10 “How to Take (More) Money to the Bank” producer panel; Moderator Joe Horner, University of Missouri, sponsored by Missouri Soybean Merchandising Council 10:50 Break, sponsored by Purina Animal Nutrition and Southwest Dairy Farmers 11:20 “Trace Mineral’s Role in Successful Dairy Production”, Dr. Dan Tracy, DVM MS, Technical Services Veterinarian, Multimin Noon Pork Chop Luncheon sponsored by Missouri Pork Association & Missouri Soybean Merchandising Council; “Milk and Dairy Products in a Healthy Diet: Myth and Reality”, Dr. Adam Lock, Michigan State University, sponsored by Central Life Sciences 1:30 p.m. “Formulating Diets for a Moving Target - The Developing Rumen”, Dr. Jim Quigley, Technical and Research Manager, Calf & Heifer, Provimi North America, sponsored by Cargill Animal Nutrition and Vigortone 2:10 Speaker TBD 2:50 President’s Ice Cream Social and Visit with Exhibitors, sponsored by F&H Food Equipment Company & Southwest Dairy Farmers 3:00 Sho-Mo Dairy Heifer Growers Annual Meeting 3:15 Missouri Dairy Association 29th Annual Meeting with Policy Development Session 4:30 Missouri Dairy Association Annual Meeting Adjourns 5:00 Missouri Holstein Association Committee Meetings 5:00 Missouri Guernsey Breeders Association (MGBA) Committee Meetings 6:30 Missouri Holstein Association dinner in trade show area, sponsored by Select Sires Mid-America 7:00 Missouri Holstein Association 2013 Cow of the Year, All-Missouri & Jr. All-Missouri Presentations 7:00 MGBA Board Meeting 8:00 Missouri State Holstein Convention Sale
Saturday, January 25, 2014
7:00 a.m. Registration/Check-in, Trade Show Open, Coffee, Milk & Pastries sponsored by FCS Financial & Southwest Dairy Farmers 9:00 Missouri Junior Guernsey Breeders Meeting (MGBA Annual Meeting immediately following) 9:00 Missouri Holstein Association Board Meeting 9:00 Missouri Holstein Princess/Little Miss Interviews 10:00 Missouri Brown Swiss Association Annual Meeting 10:00 Missouri Holstein Association (MHA) Annual Meeting 10:00 Missouri Junior Holstein Association Annual Meeting 10:30 Midwest Milking Shorthorn Annual Meeting 11:00 Missouri Jersey Cattle Club Board Meeting Noon Trade Show closes Luncheon, sponsored by Quality Liquid Feeds MHA All-Missouri, Junior Awards, Scholarships & Crowning of Holstein Princess & Little Miss MHA Annual Meeting will reconvene following luncheon if necessary 1:00 p.m. Missouri Ayrshire Association Meeting
Hotel Headquarters: Ramada Oasis Hotel and Convention Center 2546 North Glenstone, Springfield, MO Room reservations can be made by calling the Ramada Oasis Hotel and Convention Center directly at 417.866.5253 or 888-5324338. A room block is available under the Heart of America Dairy Expo with a room rate of $69/night. The hotel is located just off I-44 on Glenstone. The rooms around the indoor pool have been reserved for attendees of the Dairy Expo. If interested in one of those rooms, make sure to indicate when making reservations. PAGE 14 - MSHN, December 2013
2014 Heart of America Dairy Expo January 23-25, 2014 • Ramada Oasis Hotel and Convention Center• Springfield, MO
Registration is free for dairy farmers and their families but we do require meal reservations for planning purposes for the Friday and Saturday luncheons. Allied industry registration is $40.00 for the Expo (includes both luncheons, breaks and handouts). Exhibitors and sponsors get two free registrations. Primary Registrant: ________________________________________________________________________ Farm/Business: ___________________________________________________________________________ Address: ________________________________________________________________________________ City: _________________________________ State: __________________ Zip: ______________ Phone: _________________Fax: ________________Email: ______________________________ Additional Attendees: ____________________________________________________________________
Dairy Farmer and family members:
Number of free reservations for Grand Opening reception, Thursday, Jan. 23: ___ Number of free lunch reservations for Friday, January 24: ___ Children’s Meals: ___ Number of free lunch reservations for Saturday, January 25: ___ Children’s Meals: ___ Number of Allied Industry Registrants @ $40 ___ Number of Allied Industry Grand Opening receptions reservations for Thursday, January 23: ___ Number of Allied Industry lunch reservations for Friday, January 24: ___ Number of Allied Industry lunch reservations for Saturday, January 25: ___ TOTAL: $___________ Please make payment to: MDA and send to Heart of America Dairy Expo, 1954 Sumter Ridge Court, Chesterfield, MO 63017 Mail, Email or Fax registration form to: Heart of America Dairy Expo at 1954 Sumter Ridge Court, Chesterfield, MO 63017, email dairystl@aol.com, FAX 636/519-1403 **Dairy farmers may also call in reservations to Dave at 636/519-9300 and leave their name(s), phone number and number of luncheon reservations for each day.
Gold Sponsors
Silver Sponsors Missouri Soybean Merchandising Council
Bronze Sponsors
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In Memory
Dale Bodenhausen
Dale R. Bodenhausen, 83, of Muscotah, KS. died Monday, Sept. 23, 2013 at the University of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City, Ks following a farm accident. Dale was born on Nov. 16, 1929 in Cummings, KS. the son of Henry F. and Beulah Mae Bodenhausen. He graduated from the Atchison County Community High School, Effingham in 1947, were he played on the Championship Basketball Team of 1947. Mr. Bodenhausen was a lifelong farmer and dairyman. He was a member since 1956 and past president of the Kansas Holstein Association, and lifetime member of the National Holstein Association. He also served on the REA Board 37 years, the Kansas Electric Power Board 31 years and also President of KEPCO for two years. He was a lifetime member of the Camp Creek United Methodist Church and had held many offices and served on many boards and committees. He also served on the Board of Directors of the Effingham CO-OP and helped organize and served on the Atchison County Dairy Board. He also supported 4-H for many years. Mr. Bodenhausen was married to Mary Freeland on Dec. 31, 1950 at the Methodist Church, Horton, KS. Mary survives of the home. Additional survivors include three sons; Steven Bodenhausen, Horton, KS. , Mike (Linda) Bodenhausen, Muscotah, KS. and Mark Bodenhausen, Muscotah, KS., a sister; Marilyn Weber, Plattsmouth, NE., three grandchildren; Christopher (Megan) Bodenhausen, Muscotah, Ryan (Kayla) Bodenhausen, Muscotah, KS., and Jeni (Bob) Hespe, Olathe, KS., one great grandson; Caleb Christopher Bodenhausen, Muscotah, KS. His parents, two brothers; Glenn and Warren, and one sister; Kathryn Bunse preceded him in death. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Camp Creek United Methodist Church or the Gideon’s and may be sent in care of the funeral home. Condolences to the family may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com.
Morris Ewing
Morris Briley Ewing passed away October 30, 2013. He was born May 25, 1926 to Emma May Briley and Arthur Winston Ewing Senior. In 1943, Morris began his degree at the University of Missouri. He was drafted in October 1944 into the infantry and spent time in Fort Hood, TX and Fort Benning, GA. He was honorably discharged in November 1946 with a rank of Sergeant. In 1947 he returned to the Mizzou where he met his future wife
Evelyn DeWeerd. He graduated in 1950 in Dairy Husbandry and started working as a fieldsman for the newly established Artificial Breeding program at Kansas State College (now Kansas State University). Morris and Evelyn were married in 1953. Morris spent eight years as a fieldsman for the Kansas Artificial Breeding Service Unit. He received his Master of Science degree in dairy cattle breeding from Kansas State University in 1958. Following KSU he worked as extension dairyman for four years with the University of Arkansas. He then became director of performance records at Curtiss Breeding Service in Cary, IL. In 1974, Morris and Evelyn moved to Sun Prairie, Wisconsin to join the American Breeders Service (ABS Global) for the pivotal decades of his career as a senior dairy sire analyst. To perform his work, he traveled throughout the United States as well as several countries abroad. During Morris› long career in extension and artificial breeding. Morris and Evelyn adopted two daughters, Karen Ann (born 1960) and Julie Kay (born in 1964). Upon retirement, Evelyn and Morris spent five years in California where Evelyn worked for a Psychology firm and Morris played golf, his main passion. In 1995 they moved to Tucson, Arizona and enjoyed some of the best years of their lives until Evelyn›s death in 2007. Following Evelyn›s death, Morris reconnected with his childhood sweetheart, Dorothy Allen of Columbia, MO. They enjoyed a long distance relationship and occasional travel together. Morris enjoyed cactus gardening and his roses. He was passionate about golf and in later years strived to shoot his age. His 155 yard hole-in-one was one of his highlights along with the opportunity to golf with his many friends. He was an avid birder. He loved his friends and he had a way of connecting with anyone he met. He was a member of the Casas Adobes Congregational Church where he sang in the church choir, which not only brought him joy, but also support after Evelyn›s passing. Morris was a terrific Dad. He was a gentleman. He had an interesting and sarcastic sense of humor and loved to banter. He was truly blessed and grateful for great parents, a loving wife of over half a century, two fine daughters, many good friends, and for the opportunity to engage in work that he truly enjoyed. A Celebration of Morris› life was held November 4, 2013. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Casas Adobes Congregational Church or the Interfaith Community Service.
Alan Goodspeed
Alan Marshall Goodspeed, 65, Maryville, Missouri, died September 18, 2013, at his home in Maryville. Alan was born July 23, 1948, in Columbia, Missouri to Arthur Thomas and Martha Gertrude Mumford Goodspeed.
Alan and Delma Jean Nickerson were married June 7, 1969, in Maryville. A 1966 graduate of Maryville R-II High School, he was a farmer. Alan was a member of the First United Methodist Church and served on the Boards of Consumer Oil Company, United Producers and Soil and Water Conservation. He was preceded in death by his mother Martha Goodspeed and brother Ronald Goodspeed. Mr. Goodspeed is survived by his wife Delma Goodspeed, of the home in Maryville, son Will Goodspeed, Maryville; father Arthur Goodspeed, Maryville; brother Richard (Wanda) Goodspeed; two sisters: Carol (Jerry) Protzman and Karen (Denny) Dakan, all of Maryville; sisterin-law Fran Cupples, Fullerton, Nebraska, and several nieces and nephews. Memorials may be made to the Maryville First United Methodist Church. Condolences to the family may be left online at www.pricefuneralhomemaryville.com.
George Heersche, Sr.
George Heersche, age 101, retired registered Holstein dairy farmer, passed away Saturday, November 16, 2013, in Mulvane, Kansas. He was born June 10, 1912, in Losser, Holland. George is preceded in death by wife, Winifred; parents Julian and Pietje Heersche; brothers Gerhard, John, Marinus, Pete, and sister Katherine, also grandchildren John and Taylor. Survived by Dr. George, Jr. (Kathy), Lexington, KY, Dr. Richard (Chris), Wellington, KS, Stewart (Debbie), Daniel (DeAnne), Fred (Karen), James (Nova), sister-in-law Roberta, all of Mulvane; grandchildren Scott, Kimberly, Charla, Jennifer, Jeff, Jason, Matt, Joey, Max, Jed, Connor, Garrett, Mark, and five great-grandchildren. Memorials with the Kansas 4-H Foundation, 116 Umberger Hall, Manhattan, KS 66506 or the Mulvane United Methodist Church, 107 S. Central Ave., Mulvane, KS 67110.
It’s Coming!!!! 2014 Southern Spring National Expo April 8-12, 2014
Thursday, April 10 Southern Spring National Junior Show Friday, April 11 Oklahoma State Sale Saturday, April 12 Southern Spring National Open Show For entry information, contact David Jones, 405-880-5194 For Oklahoma State Sale consignments, contact Bob Griggs, 405-880-2213 MSHN,December 2013 - PAGE 17
Juniors - Jot it Down... 2013 Grand National Junior Show Louisville, Kentucky 1st Milking Fall Yearling, Lin-Crest HBD Braxton Faye, Taylor Leach & Annie Holton, Linwood, KS 4th Spring Calf, Lin-Crest Barbwire Crackers, Taylor, Erin & Sophie Leach, Linwood, KS Intermediate Showmanship Erin Leach, Linwood, KS Judy Collinsworth Memorial Award Shannon Vanderlaan, Frederick OK
FFA Dairy Evaluation Contest Results Silver Emblem Teams Washington County FFA, Kansas Fair Grove FFA, Missouri Goddard FFA, New Mexico Bellville FFA, Texas
Individual Gold Andrew Vaz, Goddard FFA, New Mexico Candace Searcy, Goddard FFA, New Mexico Individual Silver Wyatt Durst, Washington County FFA, Kansas Hunter Johnson, Washington County FFA, Kansas Andrew Tiemeyer, Washington County FFA, Kansas Cody Campbell, Fair Grove FFA, Missouri Quinten Carr, Fair Grove FFA, Missouri Kameron Farmer, Fair Grove FFA, Missouri Gerad Ray, Fair Grove FFA, Missouri Ian Anderson, Bellville FFA, Texas Cole Rinn, Bellville FFA, Texas
Dairy Handler Contest
Individual Gold Sami Meier, Linn FFA, Kansas Shania Hogan, Pierce City FFA, Missouri
NHWSO Scholarship Available
The National Holstein Women’s Scholarship Organization, or NHWSO, is pleased to present scholarships each year to outstanding young Holstein members. Complete information will be available soon on the NHWSO website: www.nhwsoscholars.com. Completed application consists of 5 parts, signed personal information form, official college transcript, resume, personal opinion essay, and personal video. All applications will be reviewed by a panel of judges, and finalists will be invited to a personal or Skype interview to be held during the 2014 Holstein USA Convention in Dubuque, IA. Scholarship finalists will be notified by April 15, 2014. For more information, contact Alicia Lamb Email: JLLACC@rochester.rr.com
Accelerated Genetics Scholarships Available
Accelerated Genetics awards four - $500 scholarships to high school seniors majoring in agriculture at a short course, vocational technical college or a four-year university. Any high school senior who has participated in FFA, 4-H, any of the various breed organizations or any other agricultural organizations is eligible To obtain a scholarship application, download it from the Accelerated Genetics website at www.accelgen.com/ Scholarships.aspx, or call 1.800.451.9275 The Application Deadline is: February 15, 2014 PAGE 18 - MSHN, December 2013
Coach Ted Probert, Tucker Peterson, Steven Nelson, Bailee Whitehead and Coach Karla Deaver.
Missouri 4-H Dairy Judging Success
The Missouri 4-H Dairy Judging team enjoyed a tremendous fall by placing 6th overall at the National 4-H Dairy Judging Contest in Madison, Wisonsin and 2nd oveall at the Invitational judging contest in Harrisburg, Penn. At Madison, the team placed 2nd in Ayrshires, 8th in Guernseys, Holsteins and Jerseys, and 7th in Reasons. In individual honors, Whitehead was 7th overall in placings and 8th in overall score. Peterson was 6th overall in Ayrshires; Nelson was 10th overall in reasons and 23rd in overall score. At the North American Dairy Judging Contest in Nov. 10th in Louisville, Megan Fry, Tyler Kirchdoerfer, Morgan Reed and Grant Voelker competed for Missouri 4-H. The team finished 9th overall, 3rd in Ayrshires, 6th in Browns Swiss and 9th in Holsteins.
Missouri Futurity Junior Winner Jessilynn McLean, Republic, was the highest placing junior at the Missouri Holstein Futurity with J-Lean Kyle Stripes. In addition to a cash award, she received a director’s chair sponsored by ABS Global. Mo Princess Bailee Whitehead, Jessilynn McLean and Judge Ron DeLong
State Fair of Texas Junior Show
Dallas, Texas Junior Champion Miss Fortune Margo-ET Jacy Carpenter Res. Junior Champion Gildale Advent Babe-Red-ET, Kenton Carpenter Grand Champion Sandy C Sanchez Rosa, Kenton Carpenter Res. Grand Champion Hoff-Hill Marion Reagan, Karissa Slayton Junior Showmanship Jacy Carpenter Senior Showmanship Kyler Valenta
Brett Morris
405-222-2678
Ninnekah, Oklahoma
Ed & Sue Ann Steele Rt. 4, Box 676 ph: 660-679-4477
Jeanette King Rt. 4, Box 744 ph: 660-679-4669
Rick King Rt. 4, Box 139 ph: 660-200-5315
ROTTINGHAUS HOLSTEIN FARM Seneca, Kansas
MORELAND FARMS
Jay & Mike Moreland Harrisonville, Missouri - 816-884-4598
David: 785-336-1543
Walt: 785-336-2681
For Sale:
Embryos — Bulls — Heifers Check out our web site: www.rottinghausholsteins.com
M-6 Dairy Farm LLC Tom & Angie Meyer Megan, Lauren, Joshua & Kristen Okarche, Oklahoma 405-263-4920
BUGG’S DAIRY FARM ‘You’re always welcome at the Bugg House’
Bill & Pat Bugg 8254 N 2810 Road Hennessey, OK 73742 405-853-2726
Tony - 417.838.3613 Wayne - 417.840.1526 Bailee - 417.268.7693
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DATES TO REMEMBER Dec. 13 Jan. 20 Jan. 23-25 Jan. 24 Feb. 7 March 15 March 22 March 29 April 8-12 April 11 June 25-28
Oklahoma City, OK Oklahoma Holstein Meeting Fort Worth, TX Southwest Reg’l Holstein Show Springfield, MO Heart of Missouri Dairy Expo Springfield, MO Missouri State Sale Columbia, MO Dairy Hall of Honors Awards Manhattan, Kansas Kansas Dairy Assoc. Mtg Abilene, Texas All-Texas Holstein Show Carlyle, IL Clinton County Classic Stillwater, OK Southern National Expo Stillwater, OK Oklahoma State Sale Dubuque, Iowa National Holstein Convention
INDEX of ADVERTISERS
Borman Farm ......................................................... IBC Buessing, Roy............................................................ 20 Buggs Dairy Farm ..................................................... 19 Groves-View Farm ............................................. 10, 19 Heart of America Dairy Forum..............................14-15 Klassen Dairy ........................................................... 20 M-6 Dairy.................................................................. 19 Martin Prairie Farms................................................. 20 Mason Dairy Farm.......................................................5 Moreland Farms ....................................................... 19 Morrisland Holsteins.................................................. 19 Robthom Farm........................................................ IFC Rockwin Dairy .......................................................... 20 Select Sires............................................................... BC Select Sires MidAmerica ............................................ 20 Steele & King Farms ................................................. 19 Strickler Holsteins .................................................... 19 Toecky Holsteins..........................................................1 Underwood, Dr. John..................................... 11, 12, 16 University of Missouri..................................................6 U-Wing Holsteins.........................................................9 Whitehead Dairy ...................................................... 19
Roy Buessing
Region 7 Holstein Director 1083 29th Rd, Axtell Ks. 66403 785.736.2766 cell:785.799.4514 pabs@bluevalley.net
m a rt i n p r a i r i e fa r m s I n c o r p o r at e d
David Martin & Cody Meyer
For Sale
Registered Breeding Bulls, AI Sired & Quality Springer Heifers Contact: Cody Meyer: 573.259.6558 Humansville, Missouri
Breeding Age Bulls for Sale Todd 417-880-7012 Brad 417-224-1427
Select Sires Mid-America For all your Select Sires needs in Missouri, contact:
173 County Line Rd - Clinton, Arkansas 72031 501-745-7577 (office) 501-940-9711 (mobile) PAGE 20 - MSHN, December 2013
Dan Busch, Warrenton, MO
573-289-2058
Kent Daniels, Neosho, MO
417-725-0127
Matt Drake, Freeman, MO
816-738-1825
Cliff Strieker, Jackson, MO
573-243-1969
Radine Goldwyn Model-ET 2E-92 4-08 365 2x 35,610 4.6 1635 3.5 1246 Lft: 124,716M 5861F 4289P All-Missouri 5-Year Old 2011 Res. Grand Champion, Missouri Spring Show 2011 We lost Model this summer, but her legacy will continue through her daughters and granddaughters. Daughters: Radine Damion Madison-ET EX-90 Radine Damion Margie-ET VG-87 (owned by University of Missouri Foremost Dairy) Radine Damion Martina-ET VG-85 (owned by Nathaniel & Rose Graber) Radine Sanchez Maurine-ET VG-86 (owned by Nathaniel & Rose Graber) Radine Million Madelyn due March 8 to Elegant Radine Sanchez Morgan-ET due June-26 to Outside Radine Braxton Mallory due June 28 to Atwood
Granddaughters: Radine Sanchez Monique G+83@2-2 fresh in September with an Acme heifer Radine Mich Mckenzie G+83@3y due in June to Guthrie Her Elegant daughter is due in April to Brokaw
I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all people. Today in the city of David a Savior has been born to you; he is Christ the Lord. Luke 2: 10-11 Merry Christmas
PBR - 15 yrs Progressive Genetics - 16 yrs
BAA: 107.4
BORMAN FARM 4704 County Rd 240, Kingdom City, MO 65262
Harlan & Judy, 573-642-2767 judyborman@gmail.com Tim & Kelly, 573-826-0803 tborman20@gmail.com Kate & Sophia, 573-814-3148 dkgeppert@mchsi.com
Photos clockwise from top left: Wargo-N-Jd Bookem Dollar (VG-85), Craig Carncross and Jason Danhof, Lodi, Wis.; No-Fla Kid Ceilidh 29431 (GP-83-DOM), North Florida Holsteins LLC, Bell, Fla.; Ladys-Manor Shmrk Design-ET (VG-85), Ladys Manor LLC, Monkton, Md. and Jenny-Lou Observer Tally-ET (VG-85), Mystic Valley Dairy LLC, Sauk City, Wis.; PLANET photo by Robinson
Our PLANET sons, including the top five new proven GTPISM sires, are following in their father’s footsteps by siring high-producing, long-living cows. This elite group offers sires with high Milk, superior fitness traits, outstanding Type, extreme Net Merit and calving ease that will fit your breeding program goals! Contact your Select Sires representative today to tap into this new world of proven PLANET sons!
Elite PLANET Sons GTPI 7HO10721 BOOKEM +2257 7HO10849 SHAMROCK New +2227 7HO10606 OBSERVER +2186 7HO10679 KID New +2170 7HO10690 PLAN New +2158 7HO10700 MAUSER New +2146 7HO10723 SPUR New +2139 7HO10624 TEMPO +2077 7HO10729 DEATON New +2073 7HO10575 DOLCE New +2067
NM$ Rel.% PL Rel.% Type Rel.% +691 91 +6.0 81 +2.79 95 +711 87 +6.8 80 +2.79 86 +654 93 +5.9 84 +2.64 98 +679 87 +6.2 81 +1.88 90 +649 86 +7.0 80 +1.90 87 +675 87 +5.1 80 +1.56 89 +528 85 +4.7 80 +2.71 87 +601 88 +5.6 81 +2.10 92 +593 85 +3.7 80 +1.92 87 +529 89 +5.7 81 +2.28 93
All bulls on this page qualify for export to Canada. SMTPI and Total Performance Index are servicemarks of Holstein Association USA.