March 2012
Mid-States Holstein News
2011 Jr All-American Sr. 3-Year Old
Very Good-86 EX-MS at 2-03 GTPI + 2104 + 1224M + 573 NM$ +2.99 T (No Shottle, Goldwyn, Oman, or Durham) **Tested free of all 3 fertility Haplotypes** Currently being flushed
EX-92 EEEVE 2E at 6-01 1st Place 5 yr. old Southern National (2011) By 5-01, Lillian had calved 4 times (fertility unmatched) Now owned by Stanley Haedge (Hico, Texas)
“Liev and Lillian� make one of the most Intriguing daughter-dam duos in the breed today!
David Jones (405) 880-5194 david.a.jones@okstate.edu
Mid-States Holstein News
Inside: Southern National Information Okalahoma State Sale
March 2012 VOLUME 144
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March 1 June 1 September 1 December 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: Bruce Tencelve, Little Rock; Vice-President: Susan Fisher, Beebe; 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: David Rottinghaus; VicePresident: Robbie Leach; Past President: Roy Buessing; Secretary: Kerri Ebert, 4210 Wam-Teau Drive, Wamego, DIRECTORS: Vernon Dewerff, Eugene George, Dale Klassen, Carol Keen, Rob Leach, Dwight Rokey, Joe Schmitz, David Siemens, Doug Unruh, Kevin Winter MISSOURI: President: Alfred Brandt, Linn ; VicePresident: Eric Ling, Springfield, Linn; Secretary/ Treasurer: Jodi Wright, Clever; Director-at-large: Jay Moreleand, Harrisonville, DIRECTORS: Eric Adkins, Dallas Cornelius, Matt Day, Stacey Dohle, Kirby Hanson, Joe McClellan, Jay Moreland, Justin Nelson, Crystal Radamacher, John Schoen, Marvin Schoen, Ed Steele 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/T reas: Elwyn Liggett, 519 Liggett Rd, Bellevue; DIRECTORS: Randy Carpenter, Richie Heida, 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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On the cover Bailee Whitehead, Conway, Missouri captured Junior AllAmerican honors with her Sr. 3-Year Old, Indies-View Lulu Jasper. She was the 1st Sr. 3-Year Old and Intermediate & Reserve Grand Champion at the Grand National Jr. Holstein Show, 1st Sr. 3-Year Old and Honorable Mention Intermediate Champion at the Mid-East Fall National Show, Jr. Division and 2nd Sr. 3-Year Old at the International Jr Holstein Show. In other Junior All-American honors, Rokeyroad Strmatic Kitty-ET was nominated Jr All-American 4-Year Old. She was bred by Dwight and Anita Rokey of Sabetha, Kansas and is now owned and exhibited by Crystal Siemers-Peterman and Jordan Siemers of Cleveland, Wisconsin.
As the magazine was going to press, we learned of the passing of Neal Turley, Greenville, Illinois. Mr. Turley and his family developed the Rolling-Lawns herd. Our sympathies to his family and all the other families who have experienced a loss in the last few months. Regional Representatives: Jenny Elliott Iley Callie Unruh 1404 Westwood Court 201 N State Street, Apt. 2 Stephenville, TX 76401 Jerseyville, IL 62052 254-485-8629 316-772-1884 jelliott@holstein.com cunruh@holstein.com Charlie Schiller 2060 E Harvest Ct, Apt 21 Salt Lake City, UT 84121 320-493-4082 cschiller@holstein.com
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From the Field ...
Accurate records that are well organized and up-to-date are useful during any management decision. Some exciting news from the Holstein Association USA this spring is the release of a brand new dairy herd management software program called Dairy Rhythms. Some of you may be very familiar with how a management software program can help a dairy producer access and store their day-to-day information needed to manage their herd and create reports. Dairy Rhythms was developed to do just that while combining unique features that Holstein breeders may find convenient in managing their herd. The program allows dairy producers to access all of their management, production, and classification records while having a direct connection to the Holstein Association USA database giving you the latest information available on your cattle. More about this exciting software can be found later in this issue, or by talking to your regional representative. Many of you are already taking advantage of the convenience and savings that is available by participating in Holstein COMPLETE. If you already are a COMPLETE herd, we now have options that can offer you even more value, but if you aren’t yet, it’s worth taking another look at this valuable program. ALL Holstein COMPLETE herds can now save on offering multiple genomic tests for your Registered Holsteins. Tests 15-50 ordered during your COMPLETE enrollment year are discounted 3%, and any test ordered over 50 is discounted 7% (discount applied as a credit to your Holstein account at the end of your enrollment year). We have added two new options to Holstein COMPLETE as well. Option 1 combines the traditional COMPLETE services with records processing at AgriTech Analytics, with your DRPC processing fees discounted 20%. Option 2 combines Option 1 with the Dairy Rhythms software, for only $25 per month. As regional representatives, our goal is to help you make best advantage of Holstein programs and services. If you have any questions about Dairy Rhythms, Holstein COMPLETE, or anything else Holstein-related, don’t hesitate to contact Callie, Jenny, or myself. Charlie Schiller
National Director Notes ...
I sure hope everyone is enjoying the nice weather. If possible I think we all would order a winter like this every year. As we look ahead in 2012 we have to be thankful for 2011 being the year it turned out to be as far as milk prices were concerned. This was also reflected with HAUSA in 2011. Last year we had the most cattle registered since 1995 and when that occurred there were over twice as many dairy farms in the United States. As the days begin to get longer and warmer it is time to start thinking about getting cattle ready for the spring shows. The Southern National Show and Sale will be held in April in Stillwater, Ok. This is a wonderful opportunity to get your cattle out and see where you stand against some of the best. We have been fortunate enough to stand occasionally at the top of a class but I’m not so sure we don’t learn more when we don’t. This gives us a chance to step back and take a long hard look at where we need to improve both our breeding and our raising of the animals we exhibit. The sale held in conjunction with the show is also a great way to market your herd. The next thing on the horizon is the upcoming convention hosted by Missouri. I would like to encourage everyone to make the trip to Springfield if at all possible. There are so many activities planned and it is also an opportunity to rub elbows with fellow breeders from around the country as well as meet staff from the national office. Dallas Burton is also taking consignments for the convention sale so here is another opportunity to market your cattle. Good luck at the spring shows and sales. Roy Buessing GO CATS!!
On October 1, 2011, Matthew Moreland married Rebecca Cox in a beautiful outdoor ceremony at the home of the groom’s parents, Michael and Heather Moreland, Harrisonville. Matt is employed by Moreland Farms and the couple lives on the farm. The new Mrs. Moreland is employed by Country Club Bank in Harrisonville.
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Robhtom Jianna Outside EX-94 was named the 2011 Missouri Cow of the Year at the 2012 Missouri Holstein Annual Meeting in Springfield. Jiana owned by Janice Ling, Springfield, Missouri was the Best Bred & Owned animal and Res. Grand Champion at the 2011 Southern Spring National. PAGE 4 - MSHN, March 2012
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Get Ready For Fun in Missouri At the 2012 Holstein Convention After years of work and planning by Missouri Holstein enthusiasts, the 2012 National Holstein Convention is just months away. With its headquarters in Springfield, Missouri, the Convention will enable everyone to learn, visit and just have fun in Southern Missouri. This issue of the roundtable focuses on each of the main committees and their activities to give you a first look at what is in store for you when you come to Springfield to ‘Get Your Kicks on Route 66’ June 26-30. Those participating in the roundtable were: Banquet – Marilyn Moreland; Dairy Bar – Alfred Brandt; Hospitality – Sherri Peters; Host Day – Shirley Best; Juniors – Janice Perry; Non-Delegate Tour – Betty Voskamp; Pre-Convention – Roy Parsons; Sale – Larry Wright. Each person was asked to answer the following questions: to describe their event, who is the target audience, what is an unique aspect of event and who are the committee members. BANQUET The grand finalle of the National convention will be the president’s reception and the banquet on Saturday evening. Holstein CEO John Meyer and wife Vicki, President Chuck and wife Vanessa Worden and Vice-President Glen and wife Frankie Brown will receive the Holstein attendees. Everyone will have also have a chance to enjoy some of Missouri’s finest wines. Our Banquet tables will be festive with black table cloths and route 66 decorations. Our MC, Jim Spain will keep the many state and national awards moving right along after a prime rib feast. Our banquet committee is Pam Probert & Marilyn Moreland, co-chairman, Kay Stevens, Jeannette King, & Brenda Moreland. DAIRY BAR The Dairy Bar is where all Convention attendees congregate when not going to meetings or tours. In many respects the success of the convention is judged by how good the Dairy Bar is. We will have all types of milk products such as cheese trays, ice cream and milk, and some fruit trays as well. We will be open almost any time there will be people that want something to snack on, from early in the morning until the meetings close. The Dairy Bar will be located in the main lobby near the meeting rooms and registration. We are there to serve any one that wants a quick bite to eat between meetings or something to grab and go. The adults get a lot of use out of the Dairy Bar but it is the juniors that really get a kick out of it. Some of them will live for four days on nothing but chocolate milk and ice cream. We are extremely fortunate to have a some major sponsors for the Dairy Bar. Hiland Dairy is donating the milk and cheese PAGE 6 - MSHN, March 2012
which enables us to serve the convention with free dairy products. Gail Groves and Robert Perry are helping out, along with many volunteers to do the work the week of convention. FAMILY NIGHT Family Night is Wednesday, June 27. This year’s family night event is called Classic Cars & Family Fun Fest. We are having a private event at Hammons Field, the beautiful new stadium for Springfield’s minor league baseball team. The stadium is only a short walk from the hotels. As you walk into the stadium, you will be treated to a display of restored classic Chevys. Don’t forget to vote for your favorite one. Inside the stadium, you will get to enjoy once-in-a-lifetime full access to a baseball stadium including the field, dugout and training facilities. There will be baseball-related activities, such as a homerun derby and batting practice. Off the field, there will be a buffet of of classic stadium food and activities for all ages, such as a mechanical bull, obstacle course, make-your-own music video booth and a children’s playground. The gates will open at 6 pm and food will be served from 6:30 to 8 pm. Activities will end at 9 pm. It will be a night for all ages. Our committee has worked hard to ensure there are activities everyone can enjoy. Family Night is unique in that it is the only convention event for the entire family. It is also the first opportunity of the convention to visit with your old friends and meet some new ones. Our committee members are: Kate Geppert; Sherri Peters; Harlan & Judy Borman; Chris & Suzanne Lenz; Cathy Hemmann; Lynn & Paula Morgan; Sonja Brandt; and Betty Voskamp. HOST DAY Host Day Tours will be held on Thursday June 28 and feature many opportunities to see cattle, shop and be entertained. Tour 1 This Tour is unique it will give vistors, a chance to visit three Century Farms within the Southwest Springfield area & Branson. The first stop will be Robthom Farms, deep pedigrees, National Show winners, high milk production, have given Robthom Farms worldwide reconition. The 2nd stop will be Groves-View Farms, home of the Groves Family, where high production, high type ,and breeding elite cow families rule. The 3rd Stop, College of the Ozark
in Branson. See how they operate with a work-study program, where they provide students the ability to graduate college debt free. You will be able to view the beautiful Campus and enjoy Lunch at the college. The final stop is the Branson Belle where you can enjoy a beautiful Dinner & Show while relaxing on a two hour lake cruise across beautiful Table Rock Lake. Tour 2 This tour travels to Bass Pro Outdoor World, in Springfield. You can shop and browse at America’s Premier Outdoor retailer. It’s as close to the Great Outdoors as you can get indoors. After you leave Bass Pro, the group will go to Robthom Farms. The 3rd stop will be at PFI. Nothing say’s Country and Western quite like PFI. Enjoy shopping and browse and enjoy Barbecue lunch at PFI. We will then meet up with Tour 1 and have a relaxed two hour Lake Cruise across the beautiful Table Rock Lake in Branson including a Showboat Dinner and Show on The Branson Belle Show Boat. Our target for these two tours is a little for everyone to find enjoyment, see how good people, cows and farms seemed to go together, so if you like to see good cows, come with us on Tour Day. If you like shopping experiences, browsing, eating, and a relaxing dinner cruise on Branson Belle Show Boat and see what Branson, Missouri is all about. But if your fancy is not cows, hang on the next stop might be just what you are looking for, so join us on Thursday June 28. Our Committee has worked hard on planning Host Day Tours. We believe you will like what we have planned. We would like to thank all of our committee members who help work out all the details & have watch it all come together. Shirley Best CoChairman , Brad Groves-Co-Chairman, Becky Durst, Justin Nelson, Lance Davinson, Kevin Phillips, Ron Shaver, Sandy Thornhill, James Penn, Ray Schooley, Don Ely, and Janine Staiger. JUNIORS I am Janice Perry and along with my husband, Robert, and our hard working committee, we have some fun and exciting events planned for all. Our committee members are Sheila Groves, Karla Deaver, Jeanne Luttrell, Crystal Rademacher, Susan Brooks, Mike Nelson and Kim Wilson. Wednesday, June 27: A luncheon is planned for juniors and adults with a taco bar on the menu. For a change-up of the
ordinary meal over the Jeopardy lunch break, we have invited K.C. Wolf to speak. Wolf has been the lovable mascot of the K.C. Chiefs for 22 years. He will have a motivating and fun talk for adults and juniors to enjoy. A Junior mixer for all juniors with a welcoming dance and exchange of state gifts will be held beginning at 9 pm. The dance will have snacks and drinks. Thursday, June 28 Host Day: Silver Dollar City is our Junior Host Day destination. A full day of rides, rides, rides and with a few shows mixed in. If they need time to slow down and catch their breath, each ticket holder will get a $10 food voucher for lunch at the park. There will be plenty of time to browse the shops and take in the street entertainment. For anyone undecided as to which tour to take, we have a special deal where you can buy a Silver Dollar City ticket at our price and go there for up to 7 days after convention ends! Friday, June 29 Dairy Bowl Day: A luncheon will feature a Deli Buffet. This lunch is open to all convention attendees. For our final junior dance in Springfield, we will bus to a unique destination, Fantastic Caverns. Just a short drive from the hotel in North Springfield, it is a must see to our visitors. We will dance to tunes provided by Just One More Song and enjoy a great light show. This gal also has Holstein ties all the way to California! We will have Dip-N-Dots, homemade cookies and drinks while we dance through the night. A VERY cool place! Saturday, June 30 Junior Awards Luncheon, the annual award luncheon for adults and juniors interested in watching the presentation of the winning teams, and winners of speeches, scrapbooks, digital scrapbooks, banners, folding displays, and the state raising the most money for Penny Wars. We will also draw for the winners of our raffle items which are an IPad2 and a Unique Carved wooden box with a pasture scene with Holsteins. A Buffet style lunch with Beef and Chicken will be enjoyed by all. Our featured speaker for the banquet will be 2011 Miss Oklahoma, Betty Thompson. She was also runner-up Miss America 2012. She is a dairy girl who can relate to all the things our kids have competed for throughout their lives. Just a short walk from the hotel is Hammons Field, home of the Double A Springfield Cardinals. Our Redbird Roost seats will have unlimited ballpark food and Coke products for the duration of the baseball game, which is a great way to close out the convention. This event is limited to 200 tickets.
NON-DELEGATE TOUR On Friday, June 29, we will take a trip on the Branson Scenic Railway through the Ozark countryside, a breakfast of biscuit and gravy, sausage, fruit and drinks will also be included. After the train ride we will go to Branson Landing to shop. The old part of Branson is within walking distance if any are wanting to check out those shops also. Lunch will be on your own. We will be back in Springfield so that all have a chance to rest and get ready for the National Sale that evening. Anyone who would like to see our Ozark countryside by train and enjoys shopping will have a great time on this experience! Many have never been on a train and this will give any and all that chance. The committee members are Patty DeLong and Betty Voskamp. PRE-CONVENTION TOURS The Convention kicks off with the preconvention options on Tuesday, June 26. There are two options for a chance to combine fun, water & sun. With tour one first option, enjoy a relaxing, four hour float trip on scenic Lake Taneycomo. Lake Taneycomo sits below Tablerock Dam and maintains an approximate year-round temperature of 50° F. The swiftness of the current, and hence, the length of the float trip, depends on whether electricity is being generated on that day. Floaters may choose from a canoe, or a single, double, or triple kayak. All participants must sign a waiver prior to setting out on the lake. Tour one second option encourages you to team up with a friend or make a new acquaintance as you take part in this five hour, guided fishing trip on one of the premier trout hotspots in the country. Set out in a western style drift boat (i.e., no motor) with your guide and another participant in pursuit of rainbow and brown trout at this year-round, tailwater fishery. Whether you are a novice or a seasoned fisherman, your guide will instruct you
on how to pursue that trophy trout. While fly fishing gear is provided, all participants must bring eye protection (e.g., glasses, safety glasses) and headgear (e.g., hat, cap). Participants will be able to obtain a Missouri fishing license and trout stamp the day of the tour ( the price for both are included in the ticket price). Because of the uncertainty of the currents from the electricity generating dam, wade fly fishing will not be available on this trip. This tour is limited to 14 people. The second tour will feature Missouri’s south-central area on Wednesday, June 27. The first stop will be the Dairy Farmers of America Research and Development Facility. DFA’s product development and testing facility for consumer and industrial dairy products utilizing state-of-the-art technology to make shelfstable consumer beverages and sauces, coffee-based drinks, retail and bulk cheese and butter products, as well as milk and dairy-based specialty powders for snack food applications. The tour will then travel to the Best Sunrise Dairy in Houston. Home of one of Missouri’s best-known and respected registered herds, Richard and Shirley Best invite you to enjoy their beautiful, scenic home and farm. At this stop, you will view great cow families, see a demonstration of Richard’s registered working border collies and enjoy an Ozark lunch. The final visit is to the Laura Ingalls Wilder Historic Home and Museum in Mansfield. In 1894, Almanzo and Laura Ingalls Wilder, with their daughter Rose, settled on Rocky Ridge Farm, near Mansfield. They established a successful farm, built their own home and settled down permanently in the Ozark hills. In 1932, Laura Ingalls Wilder published the first of her beloved Little House books, which described the pioneering of the Ingalls and Wilder families during the 1870’s - 1890’s. All nine manuscripts for these famous books were penned right here on Rocky Ridge Farm The third tour will be on Wednesday, June 27. It will feature two stops and lunch. Guests will first travel to the Precious Moments Park and Chapel in Carthage. Sam Butcher’s art work of his teardrop eyed children is among the most recognized art in the world. His hope is to share loving, and caring messages with collectors around the world through murals, stained glass and figurines. Walk the beautiful gardens and attend a guided tour of the Chapel The Chapel has often been described as “America’s Sistine Chapel” as an artful representation of Michelangelo’s own Sistine Chapel in Rome. The tour will then return to Springfield for lunch and a tour of the Pythian MSHN, March 2012 - PAGE 7
Castle. The castle was originally built be the Knights of Pythias as an orphanage and senior citizens home for its members and their families in 1913. Listed on the National Register of Historical Places, the Castle was used during World War II as a property for recovering veterns. As you enjoy lunch, you may have some unexpected guests. The castle has been certified as haunted by the Paranormal Task Force and Ozark Paranormal Society and was featured in the 2010 book, Missouri’s Haunted Route 66. The Committee members are Fritz Hegeman, Roy Parsons, co-chairs, Ann & Richard Lenz, John Denbigh, Mike Hackmann, Jay Moreland, and Daisy Parsons. CONVENTION SALES The Futures Sale on Thursday night June 28 will feature an Open bar with Cheese & Crackers and a Deal or Real Deal Game – Be sure to be there – it will be exciting. The Live Sale will be Friday night June 29. Cattle will be on the Center Stage at Juanita K Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts. It will be an event to remember. Our most unique aspect is our Location, Location, Location. The sale targets people wanting to buy high quality cattle. The Committee members are Larry Wright, John Miller, Michelle Ramaeker, and Eric Ling.
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Order Your Hosts Shirts Now For National Convention
Whether working the registration desk, hosting a tour bus or hanging out in the hallways at the upcoming National Convention, Missouri members need to be easily identified. Our host shirts will be Mizzou gold with a Missouri Holstein Route 66 logo in both t-shirt and polo styles. T-shirts are $8 each and available in youth sizes: XS (24); S (6-8); M (10-12); and L (14-16) and adult sizes Small to 4XL. T-shirt adult sizes 2XL to 4XL are $10 each. Polos are $12 each and available in adult sizes Small to 4XL. Polo adult sizes 2XL to 4XL are $14 each. All shirts must be pre-ordered and will be available at the National Convention registration desk. Send your orders to Hospitality Committee, c/o Sherri Peters, 18515 Briar Lane, Holt, MO 64048. Checks should be made payable to 2012 National Holstein Convetion. Orders will close on May 1st.
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Sarah Harris, Scott Murphy, Nathaniel McGee, and Amanda Miskiel were the team members of the Kansas State University Dairy Judging Team that placed 5th at the Intercollegiate Dairy Cattle Judging Contest at the Fort Worth Stock Show on Jan 15, 2012. This year the contest was made up of 14 teams from all over the nation. Additional team honors included 3rd high team overall reasons, 5th high team Holstein, and 4th high team Jersey. Individual team members also did well. Sarah Harris was 8th high individual in the overall contest, 3rd high individual reasons, 7th high individual in Holstein, and 4th high individual in Jersey. Scott Murphy was 14th high individual overall, 14th high individual reasons, and 5th high individual in Jersey. Nathaniel McGee was 9th high in individual reasons.
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2012 OKLAHOMA STATE SALE Gold Chip Choice From the Champ
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RF OUTSIDE BREEZE 2E-95 5-03 365 3X 37,705 4.3 1627 3.3 1240 Her 2nd Choice Gold Chip sells from the 2011 Southern National Champion! - Mason, 405-408-8941
KWH REGIMENT APPLE-RED 2E-95 2-03 365 2X 25,790 3.8 988 3.4 889 Fancy Spring Yrlg Fever from Apple’s 2E91 Champion Sister. - High Altitude Syn, 608-762-5881
MD-DELIGHT DURHAM ATLEE-ET EX-92 GMD DOM From Atlee’s EX-90 dtr with over 31,000, sells a 12/10 Final Cut heifer.- Philips, 254-485-9999
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VG-86 Advent Sells
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C ALANVILLE INSPIRATION TINA 2E-95 2x Res. All-American Aged Cow A 12/11 Braxton from her 3E-92 Milan with over 261,000 lifetime sells. - Erbsen, 815-275-4990
C-OF-O ADVENT ROSE-TW VG-86 2-11 365 3X 22,670 3.4 766 2.8 645 Fresh in January and milking 121 lbs, she will be bred to Gold Chip. - College of the Ozarks, 417-334-6411
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ROHES ATLAS SHANNON 2011 Jr Champ, State Fair of Texas Sells Fresh March 1. Dam 3E-92 with over 200,000 lft. - Brand, 806-333-4546
CASTLEHOLM GOLDWYN RENEE-ET EX-90 EX-MS Her fancy 9/11 Braxton sells - Mason, 405-408-8941 Also from Rosa family - Braxton embryos from Atwood - Culbertson, 614-264-5980
Oklahoma State Sale sponsored by the Oklahoma Holstein Association Todd Mason, president, 405-408-8941 Angie Meyer, Secretary, 405-298-0082 Assisted by: Dykshorn Sales Service Pre-Sale Meal 11:00 am Friday catalog available on dairyagendatoday.com PAGE 10 - MSHN, March 2012
JERGIESE DURHAM CRISSY 2E-93 4-07 305 30,060 4.4 1322 3.1 935 From her Res. Jr. All-American Jasper Dtr, a 3/2011 Gabor sells. - Culbertson, 614-264-5980
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BAN-VIEW DURHAM ANGEL-ET EX-90 12/11 Gold Chip from Angel sells. - Zoelzer, 618-377-6335 Advent bred to Dusk. - Hyde, 575-526-6951 9/11 Dundee from VG-85 Lyster - Tencleve, 501-312-0787
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Gary Estes, 417-830-0051 Bob Griggs, 405–880–2213 Alan Dykshorn, 712-441-0686 John Erbsen, 815-275-4990 Scott Culbertson, 614-264-5980 Nate Goldenberg, 254-717-7910
David Jones, 405-880-5194 Dallas Burton, 785-806-9774 Kenneth Hall, 501-940-9711 Bruce Tencleve, 501-519-3856 Chris Lahmers, 614-306-7194 Ken Janes, 330-464-4134
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Fancy Fresh Red Big Apple
GALESTONE BOBBISOX-RED-ET VG-85-2Y VG-MS Fancy Jet-Red fresh in Nov sells. She’s a RED from the Roxy family. - Holton, 785-691-7498
SCIENTIFIC GRACE-RED-ET EX-91 Nom All-American R&W 2007 & 2008 Her Red Contender Fall Heifer sells ready to contend for the top. - Stransky, 715-537-5413
CARDINALV VELICIOUS-RED-ET Could be the Sr. 2 to beat! Her 2E-94 Dam was All American R&W 4 Yr & 5-Yr Old- Wild, 815-291-4548
Fancy Winter Yearling Grdtr
Big Apple From Proven Show Winners
Super Sweet Dec Jet-Red Dtr
RED-VISION DIS DELLA-RED-ET EX-91 Res. Grand Champ, Internat’l R&W 2005 From her VG-86 Durham, her Cashman Grdtr sells. - Kaufmann, 605-335-1857
PO-LIN-MAX DIR ANGIE-RED 1st Wtr Yrlg & Res. Jr Champ, Ft Worth ‘11 Her 12/11 Big Apple sister sells from the Rbns Aspn-Red EX-94 family. - Leach, Buessing & Maxey, 913-723-3472
MS EN-MAR JET JAYZEE VG-85 Nom Jr. All-American R&W Jr. 3-Yr Old Her 12/11 dtr sells. Jayzee’s Redliner dtr was 2011 HM Jr. All-Am. R&W Sr. 2 - Marotz & Konecky, 402-480-1461
Fancy Jet Red Sells
Fresh Cows
- VG-85 Sanchez from Blackstar Amy family - Mason - Mac from the Arlene family sells fresh - George - VG-86 Baxter 2 VG dams - Robthom - Pronto bred to Braxton from VG-87 Mtoto - Hoekman - Instamatic from 9 Excellent Dams - Bayless - Promotion from 3E-94 Jolt bred to Atwood - G. Jons - Dundee fresh in Feb from Elegance family - Esau - Sanchez fresh in Jan from Luke Rapture family - Rokey - Two fresh Linjet’s from the Adeen’s - Bayless, Buessing & Kath - VG Glen due in April to Gold Chip - G. Jons - Roy due in March to Shameless - Colblentz - Spearmint from VG-86 Lad sells fresh - Fast - G+83 Million bred to Hero - Univ. of Missouri
Bred Heifers
- Show Stopping Advent due in June to Colt P - Gueldener - Durham bred to Sanchez -Tencleve - Spearmint due in May to Glen - Geppert - Lightning bred to Fever from Elegance family - Brandt - Braxton bred to Gold Chip from 2E-91 Ito - Koelsch - Absolute-Red due in June to Gold Chris - Zapalac - Laurin due just after sale, Grdam EX-90 - Wright - Sanchez due in June to Braxton - Haedge - Atwood from VG Blitz bred to Braxton - Koster - Jenison due at sale time to Blade. Grdam is EX - Bayless
Fancy Show heifers
9/10 Debonair, Res. Jr Champ 2011 So. Nat Jr Show - Philips 3/11 Atwood from Terry Future family - Bayless & Mason 3/11 Alexander from VG Aspen - Team Holsteins & Swanson 3/11 Carson-Red from Rubn Ruby-Red family - Esau & Winter 3/11 Alexander from Bayless Print family - Koenen Dairy 3/11 Sanchez from VG Durham & Renita family - Hill 6/11 Shottle from VG-87 Jasper. Grdam: 3E-92 - Cow-Aholics 6/11 Bolton, 2011 SSN Res. Jr Champ same family - Gahm 6/11 Sanchez from 2E-94 Durham - McFarland 6/11 Absolute-Red. Grdam: 2E-91 James - Drendel 7/11 Reality-Red. Grdam: EX-90 Nom. AA R&W - Wild 9/11 Airraid from G+Buckeye - Gueldener 9/11 Prizer, 1st Fall Calf at Fort Worth - Hoff 9/11 Fever from EX-90 Durham - Vierhout 9/11 Sanchez from EX-91, 2E-93, 3E-94 dams - Zimmerman 9/11 Lauthority. Grdam Res. All-Can. 4-Yr Old - Gahm 9/11 Advent from EX-90 Rampage - Mason & Hyde 9/11 Advent. Dam VG, next 9 dams EX. - Koenen Dairy 12/11 Shottle from VG-87 Jasper. Grdam: 3E-92 - Cow-Aholics 12/11 Guthrie from 2-Yr Mac. Grdam: EX Durham - Groves 12/11 Sanchez. Grdam 24,280M, 3rd D: VG-85 - Esteford 12/11 Braxton from VG Sanchez - Mason
Embryos & Choices
- Gold Chip First Choice from 3E-95 Hon Mention All American 5-Yr Old - Premium Star & Hoffman - Lauthority embryos from 3E-94 Red-Marker - Heuer
Also Selling 25 head from the heart of Nate Goldenberg’s herd! MSHN, March 2012 PAGE 11
2012 Southern Spring National Holstein Show 2012 Southern National Jersey Show Ap r i l 9 - 1 4 , 2 0 1 2 Payne C o u n t y E x p o C e n t e r Stillw a t e r, O k l a h o m a Entries close March 9th The 2012 Holstein Show has been designated a National show by Holstein Association USA, Inc. Therefore all National rules apply.
Schedule of Events Monday, April 9
8:00 a.m.
Cattle can begin arriving on fairgrounds Stalls will be assigned
Wednesday, April 11
12:00 p.m. 12:00 p.m.
Cattle must be in place and checked in Exhibitors Meeting and Dinner -- catered by Klein’s -- Sponsor: Lonestar Milk Producers
Thursday, April 12
6:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m.
Complimentary donuts, milk, coffe and juice -- Sponsor: COBA Southern Spring Junior Holstein Show and Southern National Jersey Junior Show (will alternate), Judge: Chad Ryan, Fond du Lac, WI Showmanship (Holstein and Jersey) Judge: John Kisst, Dalhart, TX Clippers to the Winning Senior Showman!! Junior social (all juniors invited) -- Eskimo Joes!!!
7:00 p.m.
There has been a change by the National Holstein Association on transfer and length of ownership on cows. Since the Southern National is a spring show heifers and cows can be exhibited as long as the papers have been transferred by show day.
Friday, April 13
Saturday, April 14
6:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m. 12:00 noon 7:00 p.m. 6:00 a.m. 8:00 a.m. 12:30 p.m. 1:00 p.m.
Complimentary donuts, milk, coffe and juice -- Sponsor: COBA Complimentary lunch -- Sponsor: Southwest Dairy Farmers Oklahoma State Holstein Sale Complimentary steak dinner --- Sponsor: Land O’ Lakes Purina Complimentary donuts, milk, coffe and juice -- Sponsor: COBA Southern Spring National Holstein Open Show and Southern National Jersey Open Show (will alternate), Judge: Paul Trapp, Taylor, WI Jr. 2-yr olds through group classes
All show cattle will be released at the conclusion of the show on Saturday. HEADQUARTERS Stillwater Plaza 600 E. McElroy Rd. 405-377-7010 Mention Holstein or Jersey Show for special rate. Oklahoma Holstein Association Todd Mason, President Route 5, Box 197 Kingfisher, OK 73750 405-375-3484; cell 405-408-8941 masondairy@pldi.net
Days Inn Fairfield Inn Hampton Inn & Suites Microtel
OTHER MOTELS 405-743-2570 Motel 6 405-372-6300 Quality Inn 405-743-1306 Residence Inn Marriott 405-372-7100
Oklahoma Holstein Association Angie Meyer, Secretary/Treasurer Route 4, Box 166B Okarche, OK 73762 405-263-4920; cell 405-298-0082 oklahomaholstein@aol.com
405-624-0433 405-372-0800 405-707-0588
Oklahoma Jersey Cattle Club Shelley Haley, President 870791 S. Hickory Lane Chandler, OK 74834 405-240-5759 shelleyrhaley@hotmail.com
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LATE ENTRIES WILL BE ACCEPTED WITH $50 LATE FEE
(Area Code) __________________________________________
Please type or print clearly. Fill out form completely. Group classes will be entered at the show. For additional information contact: Todd Mason 405-375-3483 or 405-408-8941 (cell)
LeeAnn Bowman 41401 East 53rd Glencoe, OK 74032
x $25.00
Fee
Total
Total Payment Enclosed: $
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This entry will constitute an agreement that the person making it, along with the owner or any of his representatives: (1) are bound by the rules and regulations of the Southern Spring National, including the National Holstein Show Ring Policy and the enforcement procedure; (2) will accept the final decision of the Ethics Committee and/or Board of Directors on any question arising under said rules and regulations; and (3) agree to hold the Southern Spring National and their officials, directors, employees representatives, and agents harmless for any action taken under said rules and regulations; and harmless for any injury or loss suffered during or in conjunction with the show, whether such injury or loss resulted, directly or indirectly from the negligent acts or omissions of said officials, directors, employees, representatives or agents. I certify by signing this entry that: (1) the information is true and correct; (2) I have the authority to bind all persons with any interest in the entered animal(s) to the terms of this agreement and do so bind them, their heirs, assigns or successors; (3) I and any persons having any interest in the entered animal(s) together with our heirs, assign or successors are bound by the entry provisions.
All cattle (late fee)
Entries postmarked after March 9 w ill be charged a Late Fee .
LATE FEE:
There will be 1 bale of straw furnished for each animal entered.
(Dry and Milking)
All Heifers and Cows
Number
FEE S C H E D U L E
NO PARKING EAST OF CATTLE BARNS - UNLOADING ONLY!!!
P L E A S E N O T E : S T A L L P R E F E R E N C E S N E E D TO BE S E N T W I T H E N T R I E S .
Mail entries to:
Make checks payable to: Oklahoma Holstein Association
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(Premiums will not be paid without a tax number.)
Fed. Tax I.D./Social Security Number __________________________________
Telephone
State _______________________________ Zip: _________________________
City _____________________________________________________________
Address__________________________________________________________
Individual Name ___________________________________________________________
Farm Prefix _______________________________________________________
Farm Name _______________________________________________________
NOTE: Please use only one entry form per exhibitor. For additional animals this form may be photocopied.
2012 SOUTHERN SPRING NATIONAL HOLSTEIN SHOW OPEN ENTRY BLANK
Entries Close Friday, March 9, 2012
2012 Southern Spring National Holstein Show (Open) Entries close March 9, 2012 Class 1 --- Winter Heifer Calf (12-1-11 to 2-29-12) Class 2 --- Fall Heifer Calf (9-1-11 to 11-30-11) Class 3 --- Summer Yearling Heifer (6-1-11 to 8-31-11) Class 4 --- Spring Yearling Heifer (3-1-11 to 5-31-11) Class 5 --- Winter Yearling Heifer (12-1-10 to 2-28-11) Class 6 --- Fall Yearling Heifer (9-1-10 to 11-30-10) Class 7 --- Junior Champion - $250 Prize Sponsored By: Warren Caterpillar (1st & 2nd place animals in classes 1 through 6) Class 8 --- Reserve Junior Champion - $100 Prize (1st & 2nd place animals in classes 18 through 21) Class 9 --- Junior Best 3 Females (3 animals under 2 years of age, all bred, one owned by exhibitor.) Class 10 ---Dry 3 & 4 Year Old Cow (9-1-07 to 8-31-09) Class 11 --- Dry Cow, 5 Year and Older (Born before 9-1-07) Class 13 --- Junior 2 Year Old Cow, fresh (3-1-10 to 8-31-10) Class 14 --- Senior 2 Year Old (9-1-09 to 2-28-10) Class 15 --- Junior 3 Year Old (3-1-09 to 8-31-09) Class 16 --- Senior 3 Year Old (9-1-08 to 2-28-09)
Class 17 --- Intermediate Champion - $250 Prize Sponsored By: the Texas Holstein Association (1st & 2nd place animals in classes 12 through 15) Class 18 --- Reserve Intermediate Champion - $100 Prize Class 19 --- 4 Year Old Cow (9-1-07 to 8-31-08) Class 20 --- 5 Year Old Cow (9-1-06 to 8-31-07) Class 21 --- Aged Cow (Before 9-1-06) Class 22 --- 125,000 lb. Cow Class 23 --- Best Bred & Owned Female - $100 Prize Class 24 --- Senior Champion Female - $250 Prize Class 25 --- Reserve Senior Champion - $100 Sponsored By: Lonestar Milk Producers Class 26 --- Grand Champion Female - $500 Prize Sponsored By: Lonestar Milk Producers Class 27 --- Res. Grand Champion - $250 Prize Class 28 --- Best 3 Females (All bred & one owed by exhibitor) Premier Exhibitor Premier Breeder BREEDERS TRIFECTA 1st Place - $1000 • To be eligible breeders will have to exhibit in the Jr. Best 3, Sr. Best 3 and the Breeders herd classes. • Will use same point system as Premier Breeder & Exhibitor. • First prize is $1000; 2nd - $500; 3rd - $300; 4th - $200 This class will replace the State Herd.
2012 Southern Spring National Junior Holstein Show Class 1 --- Winter Heifer Calf (12-1-11 to 2-29-12) Class 2 --- Fall Heifer Calf (9-1-11 to 11-30-11) Class 3 --- Summer Yearling Heifer (6-1-11 to 8-31-11) Class 4 --- Spring Yearling Heifer (3-1-11 to 5-31-11) Class 5 --- Winter Yearling Heifer (12-1-10 to 2-28-11) Class 6 --- Fall Yearling Heifer (9-1-10 to 11-30-10) Class 7 --- Junior Champion - $25 Prize (1st & 2nd place animals in classes 1 through 6) Class 8 --- Reserve Junior Champion - $25 Prize Class 9 --- Junior Champion Bred & Owned Class 11 --- Dry Cow, any age (Born before 9-1-09) Class 13 --- Junior 2 Year Old Cow, fresh (3-1-10 to 8-31-10) Class 14 --- Senior 2 Year Old (9-1-09 to 2-28-10) Class 15 --- Junior 3 Year Old (3-1-09 to 8-31-09) Class 16 --- Senior 3 Year Old (9-1-08 to 2-28-09) PAGE 14 - MSHN, March 2012
Class 17 --- Intermediate Champion (1st & 2nd place animals in classes 11 through 15) Class 18 --- Reserve Intermediate Champion Class 19 --- 4 Year Old Cow (9-1-07 to 8-31-08) Class 20 --- 5 Year Old Cow (9-1-06 to 8-31-07) Class 23 --- Aged Cow (Before 9-1-06) Class 23 --- Best Bred & Owned Female - $50 Prize Class 24 --- Senior Champion Female - $50 Prize (1st & 2nd place animals in classes 10 through 19) Class 25 --- Reserve Senior Champion - $25 Prize Class 26 --- Grand Champion Female - $100 Prize Class 27 --- Reserve Grand Champion - $50 Prize NOTE: Junior show entries will automatically be entered into the open show of their respective breed. ***Premiums: Junior Show premiums will be paid 1st-$40, 2nd-$30, 3rd-$20. This was made possible by Dairy Max and Midwest Dairy Association. Holstein Association USA is offering: Show shirts for youth Holstein exhibitors, Grand Champion, Reserve Grand Champion, Bred & Owned class medallions, Champion Bred & Owned Junior Champion Bred & Owned, and Judi Collinsworth Award
Arlis Unrau
Arlis Arthur Unrau passed away Feb. 11, 2012. He was born February 2, 1945, in Pryor, Oklahoma, to Arthur and Frieda (Regier) Unrau. Arlis grew up on a dairy farm in Inola, Oklahoma, and attended Midway, Longview, and Chouteau Schools. He graduated from Oklahoma State University in 1966 with a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture. He then completed a 2-year term of Voluntary Service at Boys Village in Smithville, Ohio, where he worked with juvenile delinquents. He also spent a year in Whitesburg, Kentucky, employed as a county extension agent, and was featured on a brief radio spot each week. After his return to Oklahoma, Arlis spent the next 12 years as the dairy manager at the Whitaker State Children’s Home in Pryor. During that time, he married the love of his life, Roberta Chupp, on September 1, 1973, and a few years later their daughter Amy was born. In 1981, they moved to a farm northeast of Pryor, and Arlis began working as a District Sales Manager for COBA Select Sires of Columbus, Ohio, a job he continued to do and enjoy until the day of his death. He also was a farmer and beef producer. In 1982, their son Brad was born, and early on became his dad’s right-hand man on the farm. That eventually led to a farming and ranching partnership between father and son. Arlis will be remembered as a loving husband and father, one who always made time for his family. His children have many treasured memories of summer vacations, joking around the kitchen table, and his presence at any significant event. He accepted Jesus as His Savior and was baptized at Eden Mennonite Church in Inola in 1958. He later became a member of Zion Mennonite Church in Pryor, where he served in various capacities as a Sunday School teacher, youth sponsor, trustee, elder, and Bible study grader. In recent years, he enjoyed traveling to Phoenix, Arizona, each spring to grill Unrau beef for Aim Right Ministries’ Annual Benefit Auction. Arlis loved agriculture, evidenced by his involvement in the dairy industry at the local, state, and national levels. He was a familiar face at many dairy shows and sales. Within the community, Arlis was well-known and respected. He served on the Bradford Christian School board for many years and also volunteered as a bus driver. Arlis’ outgoing personality and sense of humor were trademarks that made him uniquely Arlis. He seemed to never meet a stranger and lightened up many a conversation with a timely wisecrack. He is survived by his wife, Roberta, of 38 years; daughter Amy of Phoenix, Arizona; son Brad of Pryor; sister Mary Helen Hardy and husband Jack of Pryor; father-in-law Andy Chupp of Adair; brother-in-law Robert Chupp and wife Cathy of Adair; sister-in-law Betty Geib and husband Jim of Pryor; sister-in-law Mary Miller and husband Paul of Pryor; brother-in-law Andy R. Chupp and wife Reyes of Adair; beloved aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, friends, and loyal dog Fritz. He was preceded in death by his parents and mother-in-law Lizzie Chupp. Leon Vanderfeltz Leon G. Vanderfeltz, 79, passed away suddenly with family by his side on Monday, February 6, 2012. He was born December 1, 1932, in Jefferson City, Missouri, the son of the late G.G. and Cecilia Franken Vanderfeltz. On December 1, 1951, he was united in marriage in Jefferson City to Rita Mae DeBroeck, who proceeded him in death on May 24, 2008. Leon attended St. Peter’s High School where he was a 1950 graduate. Leon grew up on the family dairy farm helping his father with the herd and farming operations. He was part owner and store manager of DeBroeck’s Market from 1956 to 1974. In 1969, he moved to the farm and in 1974, became a full-time dairy farmer. He was a charter member, lifetime member and past president of the Helias Athletic Booster Club. He was also a member of the Helias Band Booster Club. Leon served as a communion minister, was a member of the Knights of Columbus - Helias Council 1054 and was a 4th degree Knight with the Dan C. Coppin Council. He was a member of the Jefferson City Chamber of Commerce and Mid-American Dairy Association. He was also a member of the Dairy Herd Improvement and the Missouri State Holstein Association where he served as past president of both. Leon was honored as an affiliated member of the Brothers of the Christian Schools. The honor is given to those who show
outstanding religious and community concern, especially toward young people. He was a 2008 inductee of the Helias Hall of Fame. In 1992, Leon was honored with the Dairy Leadership Award. Leon was known as Helias High School’s #1 Cheerleader, supporting and cheering the Helias Crusaders at all sports both home and away. Everyone will remember him for his famous Helias Cheer that starts with “Give Me An H”. He loved spending time with his “girlfriend” Rita Mae and being surrounded by his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren during the weekends and holidays. He was an avid antique tractor collector, no matter what color they were. He is survived by five sons: Donald Vanderfeltz, wife Jean of California, Missouri, Mark Vanderfeltz, wife Mary Beth of Jefferson City, Daniel Vanderfeltz, wife Joan of Jefferson City, Bill Vanderfeltz, wife Glenda of Jefferson City and Joseph Vanderfeltz, wife Melinda of Lawton, Pennsylvania; three daughters: Ann Mulholland, husband Eddie of Jefferson City, Joan Plassmeyer, husband Jeff of Freeburg, Mary Padgett, husband Kent of Jefferson City; two brothers: Robert Vanderfeltz of Jefferson City and David Vanderfeltz of Westphalia; three sisters: Madeline Sutherlin of Lee’s Summit, Rita Puckett of Jefferson City and Geraldine Vanderfeltz of Westphalia; his uncle: Virgil Vanderfeltz of the home; twenty-two grandchildren and thirteen greatgrandchildren. Along with his wife Rita Mae, Leon was preceded in death by one brother: John Vanderfeltz.
Holstein USA’s New Dairy Rhythms
Discover Holstein Association USA’s exciting new herd management software, combining herd health, reproduction, and milk production with Holstein genetic and classification information into one program. Dairy Rhythms is able to store, query and build reports on the essential information dairy producers use every day to help make decisions and manage their cattle. However, several features make it unique, and perfectly suited for Holstein breeders who want to handle their information even more efficiently... • Syncs directly with the Holstein Association USA database for complete genetic, pedigree and classification information, as soon as it is available. Access your animal’s PTAs and linear breakdowns as easily as looking up when she was last bred. • Stores Official Holstein Pedigrees and provides family tree information with the touch of a button. • Syncs with AgriTech Analytics (ATA) for complete production record information • Includes a module to easily manage your embryo inventories and program • Generates custom reports quickly with flexible reporting and query functions • Easy to navigate, with well-organized menus and clearly labeled data If you’re interested in learning more about Dairy Rhythms and how it could work for your operation, contact your Holstein Association USA Regional Representative to set up a demonstration. MSHN, March 2012 - PAGE 15
Missouri Dairy Hall Honors 2012 Class
The Missouri Dairy Hall of Honors recently awarded its 2012 Class of inductees. Receiving this honor was Wilbur Feagan for Dairy Leadership; Gary Estes for Meritorious Service; Ron & Patty DeLong and Larry Purdom for Distinguished Dairy Cattle Breeder; and Fred Vesper and Paul Selken for Pioneer Leader. In 1959, Wilbur Feagan along with Paul Higley formed the F&H Food Equipment Company in Springfield, Missouri. The company focused on the safety and quality of food products. Through application of his knowledge and experience of food equipment and processes, he has gained an enviable reputation in the food industry. In 1993, Feagan and F&S, with the cooperation of the International Association for Food Protection, created the Black Pearl Award which annually recognizes a company for its commitment to corporate excellence in food safety and quality. Gary Estes of Rogersville, Missouri is a familiar sight in the auction block and in the showring. Calling sales for almost 40 years, the first state sale Estes auctioned was the 1974 Oklahoma Guernsey Sale. Over the years, Estes has built a reputation as one of the best auctioneers in the country. He has auctioned dairy cattle in over 20 states, including many national sales. In addition, Estes is recognized as an outstanding dairy cattle judge. He has judged Guernsey, Milking Shorthorn and Holstein breeds at the World Dairy Expo, along with judging in Mexico and several other countries. In addition, he has been an official judge for the Hoard’s Dairyman Dairy Judging Contest. Ron and Patty DeLong of Marionville, Missouri have been in the registered dairy business for over 40 years. They began by raising Holsteins and developed the first and second EX-95 scored cows in Missouri. Two favorite cows were Ronde Chairman Patty, a familiar cow on the show circuit, and Ronde Commander Wendy, a brood cow which produced several sons for AI and export. In recent years, the DeLongs have transitioned to a rotational
grazing system and began breeding high quality Jerseys. They have bred two EX-95 Jersey’s and over 30 Excellent descendants from the Queenie family. Larry Purdom created his Indianhills herd from scratch with only the help of his wife Alice and daughters Teresa and Rhonda. From those humble beginnings, the herd grew into one of Missouri’s best. The Purdom’s earned Grand Champion honors at the Missouri State Fair in 1964, 1966, 1976, 1977 and 1978. Together, Teresa and Rhonda showed five animals to Reserve or Honorable Mention All-American status and the family had 35 All-Missouri winners. Genetics were also important to the Purdoms, their bull Indianhills Senator Flame, was a popular bull in AI through Carnation Genetics. Larry has been very active in dairy policy. He serves on the DFA Corporate Board, and has served as chair of DFA’s Political Action Committee. The March 1925 Holstein World featured a new world record production of 25,207M for Rye Hill Korndyke Konigen, a 4-year old owned by Fred Vesper. Production was a key for Vesper who developed a dairy in the early 1900’s near St. Louis. In the late 1920’s his farm produced four All-Americans and was when type classification began in 1929, his herd was the first Missouri herd to classify. That first classification resulted in 6 Excellent and 17 Very Good cows. In addition, Vesper served as a director of the National Holstein Association from 1926 to 1935. The showring and Paul Selken were a great fit. From his teenage days in 1932 at his first show and until his death in 1969, the Seluhm prefix was a familiar sight on show listings. He was Premier Breeder at the Missouri State Fair for 13 years in the 1950’s and 60’s. Selken believed in encouraging the youth and shared his breeding with others. In the 1952 American Royal, 31 animals owned by 11 exhibitors carried the Seluhm prefix. From 1949 to 1970, he bred 68 All-Missouri winners. In addition to the dairy, Selken farmed over 2500 acres near Smithon, Missouri. The Missouri Dairy Hall of Honors is
Top: Missouri Dairy Hall President Dave Cochard present Gary Estes with his award. Middle: Ron and Patty DeLong; Lower: Larry, Alice and Rhonda Purdom
located on the campus of the University of Missouri. In addition to the awards, the Dairy Hall provides a memorial endowment award. A $100 contribution in honor of any dairy enthusiast will help continue its work and upkeep. Contributions may be sent to Dr. Rex Ricketts, S102 ASRC, University of Missouri, Columbia, MO 65211.
Southwestern Regional Holstein Show
Jan. 16, 2012 - Fort Worth, Texas Judge: Andrew VanderMeulen Fall Calf: Hoff-Hill Prizer Angel, Adam Hoff, Windthorst, Texas Jr. 3-Yr Old: Rokeyroad Laramie Kali-ET, Summer Heifer: Kow-Castle Sanchez Jamila, Jeff Koster, Comanche, Texas Sr. 3-Yr Old: Tex-Stein Advent Jocelyne Kow-Castle Holsteins, Hico, Texas Intermediate Champion: Tex-Stein Advent Jocelyne Spring Yearling: Kulp Dale Contend Ruby-Red, Res. Int. Champion: Rokeyroad Laramie Kali-ET Dustin Kirkpatrick, Godley, Texas Winter Yearling: Ms Annas Fortune Alex-ET, 4-Yr Old: Tex-Stein Moscow Tamia, Gage Steinberger, Windthorst, Texas Jeff Koster, Comanche, Texas 5-Yr Old: Tex-Stein Durham Tierney, Gage Steinberger, Fall Yearling: Ka-Da Sensation Sue 69, Kaylie Zapalac, Windthorst, Texas Schulenberg, Texas Summer Yearilng: Tex-Stein Gabor Susanna, Aged Cow: Holbric Genius Laurel-ET, Jeff Koster, Comanche Sr. & Grand Champion: Tex-Stein Moscow Tamia Garrett Steinberger, Windthorst, Texas Res. Sr. & Grand Champion: Kow-Castle Talent 1247 Unfresh 2-Yr Old: Hoff-Hill 4Aces Debbie, Produce of Dam: Gage & Gavin Steinberger Kirkpatrick & Paulson, Godley, Texas Breeder’s Herd: Tex-Stein Dairy Junior Champion: Ms Annas Fortune Alex-ET Res. Jr Champion: Ka-Da Sensation Sue 69 Premier Breeder: Tex-Stein Dairy Premier Exhibitor: Tex-Stein Dairy Jr. Best Three: Adam Hoff Sr. 2-Yr Old: Goff Grand 35331, Jason Goff, Hobb, NM PAGE 16 - MSHN, March 2012
Juniors - Jot it Down...
Missouri Honors Junior Members at Annual Meeting
Southwest Regional Holstein Jr Show
Fort Worth, Texas Fall Calf: Tex-Stein Catch Dayalyn, Gavin Steinberger Summer Calf: Tex-Stein Alan Sydney, Gavin Steinberger Spring Calf: Macland Damion GL Patty, Kyler Valenta Winter Yrlg: Ms Annas Fortune Alex-ET, Jeff Koster Fall Yrlg: On Cloudnine Lhro Luxury-ET, Clayton Wolf Sum. Yrlg: Goldfawn Rok Selma-Red, Adam Hoff Unfresh 2-Yr: Henkes-BW Mac Sunny-ET, Dillan Drabek Junior Champion: Macland Damion GL Patty Res. Jr. Champion: Henkes-BW Mac Sunny-ET 2-Yr Old: Playbill Lgtning Logic-ET, London Jones 3-Yr Old: Tex-Stein Advent Jocelyne, Gage Steinberger 4-Yr Old: Tex-Stein Moscow Tamia, Gage Steinberger Aged Cow: Tex-Stein Durham Tierney, Gage Steinberger Grand Champion: Tex-Stein Durham Tierney Res. Grand Champion: Tex-Stein Advent Jocelyne Junior Showmanship: Gage Steinberger Senior Showmanship: Dillan Drabek
Missouri Cow Camp Coming Soon
Youth (ages 10 to 18) that are interested in learning about the dairy industry will want to register for 4-H Dairy Cow Camp, scheduled for May 29-31 in Springfield, Mo. “This camp draws attention to the importance of farming and its important role in Missouri’s economy. It provides youth a hands-on opportunity to care for dairy animals and learn about many aspects of dairy production while learning life-skills at the same time,” said Karla Deaver, 4-H youth development specialist. Campers work in pairs under the direction of adults and take part in workshops to learn about judging dairy animals, dairy management, animal care ethics and showmanship. Persons working in the dairy industry visit with campers about careers in the dairy industry as well. This year’s camp will feature an exciting guest speaker. Betty Thompson, Miss America First Runner Up, will make an appearance at cow camp and provide the keynote address. Thompson grew up on a dairy farm in Oklahoma. She was active in 4-H, serving as a regional officer, and very active showing and judging dairy cattle. She was a member of the Oklahoma State Dairy Judging Team and will share some insights with the cow campers. Participants at the 2012 cow camp will also be certified in the Show-Me Quality Assurance program. The primary goal of the program is to increase the knowledge and awareness of Missouri youth about food quality issues related to animal production. A judging contest and showmanship competition provide the culmination for the camp. 4-H Dairy Cow Camp is a cooperative program between University of Missouri Extension and a number of industry sponsors, including Robthom Dairy, Dairy Farmers of America, Southwest Dairy Farmers, MFA, Missouri 4-H Foundation, Missouri Holstein Association, Missouri Dairy Association, Missouri Junior Holstein Association, Missouri Ayrshire Breeders Association, Missouri Guernsey Breeders Association, Missouri Jersey Breeders Association, Mac’s Vet Supply and Alltech. The registration brochure and health form may be found at http://extension.missouri.edu/lawrence . For more information about cow camp, contact Karla Deaver, (417) 4663102, or your local Missouri county extension center.
The hard work of Missouri Junior members was recognized at its annual meeting in January in Springfield. Pictured above are all the members who received a Junior All-Missouri award. At right, Lora Wright of Clever, was awarded the 2011 Distinguised Junior Member. At the meeting, she also gave her award winning speech to the adult convention. Missouri Holstein Royalty was also crowned at the Springfield meeting. Named 2012 Missouri Holstein Princess was Britteny Groves, Billings. Selected as Holstein Miss was Audrey McClellan, Willow Springs. Also pictured is Kiera Groves, Billings, the 2011 Holstein Miss.
4-State Invitational Dairy Days
June 15-16, 2012 - Bentonville, Arkansas Open to all dairy youth ages 5-19
June 15 Activities include Dairy Judging, Quiz Bowl, Dairy Olympics and Ice Cream Social
June 16 8:00 am: 4-H, FFA, FCCLA Dairy Cattle Show Show will begin with Showmanship, including Pee Wee (ages 4 and under), Cloverbud and Junior & Senior levels. For more information contact Tim or Nikki Crawley at (479) 291-4552 or tlcrawley@centurytel.net
Future Juniors
Kate and Matt Smith of Waterton, Wisconsin welcomed their first child, Mia on February 11, 2012. Proud grandparents are Ted and Pam Probert of Mansfield, Missouri. MSHN, March 2012 - PAGE 17
Brett Morris
405-222-2678
Ninnekah, Oklahoma
Ed & Sue Ann Steele Rt. 4, Box 676 ph: 660-679-4477
Jerry & 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
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 Route 1, Box 44 Hennessey, OK 73742 405-853-2726
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David: 785-336-1543
Walt: 785-336-2681
For Sale:
Embryos — Bulls — Heifers Check out our web site: www.rottinghausholsteins.com
DATES TO REMEMBER March 15 March 24 March 31 March 31 April 10-14 June 15-16 June 26-30 Aug. 17
Clinton, Arkansas Rockwin Dairy Dispersal Abilene, Texas All-Texas Holstein Show Columbia, Missouri Missouri Spring Show Carlyle, Illinois Clinton County Classic Stillwater, Oklahoma Southern Spring National Bentonville, Arkansas 4-State Dairy Days Springfield,Missouri National Holstein Convention Sedalia, Missouri Missouri State Fair
Celebrate Your Spring Show Success Feature Your Favorite Cow Family The June Mid-States will be a great opportunity to show the World, (Ok, maybe primarily the US) your latest accomplishments! The June MidStates will be on display and available for everyone at the National Convention in Springfield.
INDEX of ADVERTISERS
ABS Global..................................................................9 Accelerated Genetics . .................................................5 Best-Sunrise.............................................................. 20 Borman Farm ......................................................... IBC Buggs Dairy Farm .................................................... 18 Esteford Farm.............................................................4 Groves-View Farm ................................................... 19 Klassen Dairy ........................................................... 19 M-6 Dairy.................................................................. 15 Mason Dairy Farm.......................................................3 Moreland Farms ....................................................... 18 Morrisland Holsteins.................................................. 18 Oklahoma State Sale............................................12-13 Oklahoma State University .........................................1 Ram-Elle Holsteins.................................................... 11 Robthom Farm........................................................ IFC Rockwin Dairy .......................................................... 19 Select Sires............................................................... BC Select Sires MidAmerica ........................................... 19 Steele & King Farms ................................................. 18 Strickler Holsteins .................................................... 18 Whitehead Dairy ...................................................... 18
2012 Clinton County Classic 10:30 am March 31, 2012 Clinton County Fairgrounds, Carlyle, Illinois For Catalgos: Contact Lester Huels, 618-210-3326
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)
Dan Busch, Warrenton, MO
573-289-2058
Matt Drake, Freeman, MO
816-738-1825
Kevin Phillips, Nixa, MO
417-725-0127
Cliff Strieker, Jackson, MO
573-243-1969
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Our Best Follow in Their Families Footsteps We had a Great Classification Day! 5 NEW EXCELLENTS * 18 NEW VERY GOOD * 12 YOUNG HEIFERS SCORE 83-84
From the Silk (3E-92) Family
Best-Sunrise Toystory Spot EX-90 EX-91-MS @4y, fresh 70 days milking 133 lbs Best-Sunrise Toystory Sweet EX-90 EX-90-MS@4y, fresh 30 days milking 107 lbs Best-Sunrise Aspen Sally VG-85@3y Best-Sunrise Damion Spenda VG-85@3y Best-Sunrise Elmo Salmon G+84@2y Best-Sunrise Colby Stella G+83@2y Best-Sunrise Colby Snow G+83@2y Best-Sunrise Malicieux Sybil G+83@2y
From the Julie (EX-90) Family Best-Sunrise Freehand Jenny EX-90 EX-MS@5y
From the Dawn Malachi (4E-91) & Blackstar Dawn (4E-92) Family Best-Sunrise Hi-Metro Day EX-90 EX-92-MS@6y
From the Blackstar Jo (EX-90) Family Best-Sunrise Blitz Janell EX-90@7y
From the Integrity Lee (EX-92) Family Best-Sunrise Mac Ladybug VG-85@3y Best-Sunrise Reflection Lee G+83@2y Best-Sunrise Outside Lexie G+83@2y Best-Sunrise Colby Lucinda G+82@2y
More Highlights
Best-Sunrise Lincoln Anna VG-88 VG-MS Best-Sunrise Pagewire Chili VG-87 EX-90-MS Best-Sunrise Laramee Abbie VG-85 VG-MS Best-Sunrise Pronto Brock VG-85 Best-Sunrise Sanchez Ayssa G+83 Best-Sunrise Finest Anna G+83 Best-Sunrise Dakota Arizona G+83 Best-Sunrise Moscow Jello G+83
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BAA: 107.7 PAGE 20 - MSHN, March 2012
no bST PBR 15 years
Richard & Shirley, Michael & Hope Best 417-967-2465 * 6340 Lilly Rd, Houston, MO 65483 Fax: 417-967-5615 www.holstein.com email: bsunrise@centurytel.net
Spring Sale Specials Selling in the Oklahoma State Sale Radine Spearmint Mylie Due May 10 to gender selected Glen Spearmint X Radine Mason Myss EX-90 Myss has over 27,000M and has calved at 2-00, 3-00, 4-00 & just now at 5-01 2nd Dam: Radine Junior Myssle VG-87 3-10 365 2x 31,110 3.9 1218 2.9 888
RADINE MASON MYSS EX-90 EX-MS
Selling in the Clinton County Classic Radine Zigler Marla G+83 2-03 325 2x 24,466 3.6 779 2.9 703 Due April 5 to Pasen Marsh. Dam: Radine Ace Marty 1-11 305 2x 25,080 3.4 865 2.9 730 G+BW Marshall with 29,800M x G+Aero Wade with 32,250M X Miliblackstar VG-85 with 32,250M
RADINE MILIBLACKSTAR-ET VG-85 Both Mylie and Marla are from our foundation Elevation Millie cow family. The ‘M’ cows have long been our favorites with solid production and outstanding type. Many members have been named to the locator list and named Gold Medal Dam or Dam of Merit. Longevity has been a strength with many production records over 100,000 lft, including Millie at 218,000.
Check out Mylie and Marla and add some M to your herd! PBR - 15 yrs Progressive Genetics - 15 yrs
BAA: 107.4
BORMAN FARM 4704 County Rd 240, Kingdom City, MO 65262
Harlan & Judy, 573-642-2767 bormanfarm@ktis.net Tim & Kelly, 573-826-0803 tborman20@gmail.com Kate & Sophia, 573-814-3148 dkgeppert@mchsi.com