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In This Issue: • Convention Confab

• Mid-East Holstein Show • Spring Sale Reports • Scenes from Columbus

THE OHIO HOLSTEIN ASSOCIATION

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PLAIN-KNOLL THE BUSCHUR FAMILY

The Board of Directors of the Ohio Holstein Association has adopted the following: “The Mission of the Ohio Holstein Association is to provide services and programs to its members and young people so that they might attain a better living from their involvement with Holsteins.”

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Official Publication of the Ohio Holstein Association

Volume 89 Number 2 MARCH/APRIL 2017

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Published 5 times per year in February, April, June, October and December by the OHIO HOLSTEIN ASSOCIATION P.O. Box 479, Wooster, OH 44691 www.ohioholstein.com Subscription price in the U.S. is $30.00 per year ($10 per year for Junior Members). The NEWS subscription list is filed geographically by town and state. When you change your address, please be sure to give us your old address as well as the new one. Advertising rates available upon request. News and advertising forms close one month preceding date of issue.

A Message From the Executive Director Tom Thorbahn.............................................. 5

Address all mail to the: OHIO NEWS P.O. Box 479 • Wooster, OH 44691 330-264-9088 • Fax 330-263-1653 Email farm.writer@hotmail.com

Mid-East Spring National Holstein Show Results.................................................. 22-24

Send UPS or Fed Ex to 1375 Heyl Rd., Wooster, OH 44691 OFFICE STAFF Executive Director.......................................Tom Thorbahn cell 419-366-8135 crimsonswissrus@aol.com Office Secretary...............................................Diana Miley oholstein@sssnet.com Director, Marketing & Member Services. . David Gunkelman cell 330-464-3259 drgunkelman@yahoo.com Editor.............................................................Melissa Hart cell 517-398-1957 farm.writer@hotmail.com Webmaster......................................................Peter Spike spikeptr@aol.com OFFICERS President: Paul Haskins, Butler....................419-618-4028 Vice President: William Indoe, Lodi.............330-608-9770 Secretary: Suzy Lora, Salem........................330-537-3797 Treasurer: Lisa Mangun, Burbank................330-435-6520 EXECUTIVE BOARD MEMBERS Randall Kiko, Salem - Past President...........330-831-0174 Dallas Rynd, Ashville...................................740-207-5005 Ryan Welch, Polk.........................................419-651-5281

A Message From the President Paul Haskins.................................................................... 6 From Your Regional Representative Glenn Sageser..................................................... 9 OHA Convention Report..............................................................................................10 & 11 Shots from the 2017 OHA Convention.............................................................................12 Ohio Convention Sale Recap................................................................................................14 BarbWire, Milking a Hippo by Barb Lumley......................................................................16 Spring Dairy Expo Red & White Show Results......................................................... 26-27 Shots from the Mid-East Spring National Holstein Show................................... 32-33 Holstein Grapevine..................................................................................................................37 Production Leaders..................................................................................................................43 In Memoriam.............................................................................................................................49 Ohio Holstein Women Ladies’ Lounge....................................................................... 52-53 Index to Advertisers................................................................................................................57 Calendar of Events...................................................................................................................57

Just For The Juniors

The Queen’s Corner, by Victoria Deam.............................................................................46 Junior News Update, by Madelyn Topp & Maggie Mathews....................................50 Meet the 2017-18 Directors..................................................................................................51

NATIONAL DIRECTOR Mike Jones 760 East 450 North, Marshall, IN 47859. . . . 765-592-0644 BOARD MEMBERS Dist. 1 Gary Kibler, Warren...........................330-770-8014 Dist. 2 Rod Campbell, Minerva....................330-862-2028 Dist. 3 John Hartline, Whipple.....................740-236-7240 Dist. 4 Jen Bouton, Mt. Vernon....................740-507-8271 Dist. 5 Dallas Rynd, Ashville........................740-207-5005 Dist. 7 Scott Sprunger, Dalton.....................330-465-0622 Dist. 7 Joe Miley, West Salem......................330-263-7814 Dist. 8 Ryan Welch, Polk..............................419-651-5281 Dist. 9 Joe Cole, Bloomville..........................740-396-0454 Dist. 10 Open Dist. 11 Kristy Ackley, East Liberty...............937-666-5502 Dist. 12 Kurt Topp, New Breman..................330-464-4960 Dist. 13 Open Dist. 14 Eric Topp, Wapakoneta....................419-953-3427 Dist. 15 Donald Bickel, New Vienna.............937-218-2697

On The Cover

T-Triple-T Durham Poppi reigned supreme at the recent Spring Dairy Expo in Columbus on March 30-April 1st. The Jim Lewis Supreme Champion award is presented annually to the Supreme Champion and this year it was the Grand Champion Holstein “Poppi” exhibited by Triple -T Holsteins and Entourage of North Lewisburg. From Left: Dallas Rynd and Judy Wolford holding the traveling trophy, Jeff Brown with T-Triple-T Durham Poppi, Judges Herby Lutz and Dean Dohle.

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From The Executive Director

By Tom Thorbahn

RECOGNIZING...

Top Holstein Cow in Ashland County for ECM and Fat 2x herd

ECM 36,924.2 Milk 29,756 Fat 1624 Protein 856 Due to calve again this Fall, has Daughters by Dempsey and Brazzle

As I begin to collect my thoughts for this issue, old man winter is not letting go, with snow and bitter cold outside. We all look forward to the warm days ahead.

Thank you to Julie Renner and everyone in District Seven for hosting a great convention. It was an enjoyable weekend, great food, great cattle and good Holstein fellowship. Thank you to the Lang and Hunsberger families and to Ron Grosjean for being such gracious tour hosts. Everyone enjoyed the weekend.

Congratulations to the All-Ohio winners and all the juniors who received awards and scholarships at the Saturday luncheon.

I know Joe Miley was surprised at receiving the Distinguished Service Award. Congratulations Joe, your commitment to the Association is unwavering.

Congratulations to Diana Miley for receiving Ohio Holstein Woman of the Year, very well deserved. Rudy Kiko and Dean Zimmer were awarded the Junior and Senior Breeder Awards respectively, congratulations to them.

The new officers are President, Paul Haskins, Vice-President, Bill Indoe, Treasurer, Lisa Mangun, Secretary, Suzy Lora. At the reorganizational meeting Dallas Rynd and Ryan Welch were elected to the Executive Committee, along with outgoing President, Randall Kiko.

I personally want to thank Randall for his commitment to the association as President, he always had the best interests of the membership in mind.

The National Convention this year is in Bellevue, Washington, June 27 to July 1. The Ohio delegates are Paul

The Welch Family would like to thank Falling Star Farm, the Meyers Family for purchasing U-Dean Armani Rashida-ET at the Ohio Holstein Convention Sale

U-Dean Farms 669 St. Rt. 89, Polk, OH 44866

Welch Family Farm since 1867 • Registered Holsteins since 1913 Esther, Karen & Scott Welch 419-945-2250

Dean & Doris Welch 419-945-2411

Mike Welch 419-945-2542 cell 419-606-6945

Ryan Welch 419-651-5281

Haskins, Ken Janes, Jason Miley, Steve Moff, Julie Renner, and Ryan Welch. If you have concerns about the National Association, your delegates are your voice at the national meeting.

I am pleased to announce that Steve Moff has made his intentions known to the HAUSA National Nominating Committee that he would be a candidate for National Director from region three. Region three includes the states of Ohio, Michigan, Indiana, and Illinois. The Nominating Committee still needs to approve Steve’s nomination. Thank you to Steve for considering the candidacy, you will represent the membership well. All of us from Ohio will be supporting you.

Have a safe spring planting season!

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A Message From The President

By Paul Haskins

“Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.”

--Helen Keller Hats off to District 7 for an outstanding annual meeting!

I’ve attended several Ohio Holstein conventions, however I think this was the first one where I was also involved as part of the host district. That was an amazing process; the teamwork, planning, coordination, and communication to make everything happen was tremendous, and the number of people involved was many.

Julie Renner does a great job of annually spearheading this event. Dave Gunkelman, Ken Janes, Barb Lumley, the sale committee, Ben Simpson and his fitting crew put on a super sale; behind the scenes Chelsi Lingle coordinated a District 7 crew that kept the consignments clean and fed overnight.

Gracious tour hosts (Gate-Way Holsteins, Springhill Holsteins, and Ron Grosjean’s farm museum) were recruited for Friday afternoon and Lisa Mangun coordinated a wonderful Friday night gathering and meal at our office. Julie and Tom Thorbahn worked with the Shisler Center to make Saturday as seamless as possible, especially considering all the different activities going on for not only the Ohio Holstein Association, but also the junior association and the women’s association: scholarship and award interviews, meetings, an awards banquet and meal, etc. Diana Miley admirably helped us all tackle these different facets, but that should not be a surprise—that’s what made her a very deserving OHA Woman of the Year!

The convention would not be successful or possible without sale consignments and buyers, convention participants, and many convention donors that supported us both monetarily and with “in kind” donations of products, supplies, and food.

As we went through the planning process, it was interesting to work as a group and figure out how to make all the pieces of this puzzle fit together, and then also inspiring to see so many people step up to the plate and volunteer to make the plan work.

I hope that this spring you are also able to experience the same sort of successful teamwork, whether it was with your show string and crew at the recent Spring Dairy Expo, or the day to day work at your home operation as the weather warms up and fieldwork ensues. Best wishes for a safe and successful Spring!

Paul Haskins 419-618-4028 phaskins17199@hotmail.com 6

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Young Cows with

Now over 200,000 Nor-J Buckeye 1270 (VG 86) Dam, Nor-J Blitz 1136(NC) Sire, R-E-W Buckeye-ET Born, 02/13/08 Fresh, 11/09/16 with 8th calf Due, 11/02/17 to Sandy-Valley Saloon 305d proj. 28,117 2.8% 901 Fat Her daughters are: Nor-J Million 1416 3-11 milk record of 351d 29,276 3.1% 901 Fat (sold to Line View Farms aer 1st lactation)

Schultz Shottle Krisp-ET EX-93 3E EX-MS 3-09 365D 33370M 3.9 1309F 3.2 1057P 5-02 365D 30880M 4.0 1243F 3.1 1062P Lifetime 182,120M 4.2 7610F 3.2 5827P

11 years old - flushing regularly We have 3 Jacoby March calves 2 Jacoby bull calves 5 Byway pregnancies due in June

Nor-J Mascalese 1892 Sire. Zani B Mascalese-ET Born 11/28/15 • Due 11-22-17 Connrmed pregnant & due to Atwood Nor-J Shot 1725 (VG 86@2-06) 305 proj. 28,535 3.6% 1177 Fat Sire, Lincoln-Hill SHOT Laser Born 09/23/13 Fresh 10/23/16 with 2nd calf Due 10/22/17 to Dempsey Daughters by Atwood and Dempsey Will be rescored in May

We have cattle of all ages for sale Thanks to Pete Spike for purchasing our Bayonet heifer at the Convention Sale!

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From Your Regional Representative

By Glenn Sageser

Who said that registered cows weren’t worth it?!

The Ohio Holstein Convention Sales was a success with 67 live lots averaging $3070. This was a pretty good investment for a $10.00 registration fee.

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Spring has Sprung with Another Successful OHA Annual Convention

Hannah Dye of Beloit was named the Esther Welch Ag Communications Scholarship Winner, presented by Patricia Topa, Esther Welch’s daughter.

The Ohio Holstein Association (OHA) kicked off their annual convention event with a spectacular sale on Friday, March 10th and concluded two fun-filled days with their awards luncheon on Saturday, March 11th.

District 7 was the host of the annual meeting held in Wooster with the sale at the new Holmes County Fairgrounds in Millersburg.

The sale touted a $32,000 top and an average of $3070. (A full report can be found on Page 14.) When the sale concluded, tours were next on the agenda. Springhill Holsteins and Guernseys, Gateway Holsteins and Ron Grosjean put out the welcome mat for attendees to tour and participate in a judging contest. The OHA put on a spread and welcomed everyone to the association office to enjoy a meal and reminisce over the history of the association with a display of old photos and magazines.

The District 7 ladies who served the Friday evening meal were Debbie Gilbert, Diana Miley, Kaye Janes, Lisa Mangun, Amy Lingle and Barb Sprunger.

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The Ohio Holstein Association Board of Directors from left: OHA Executive Director Tom Thorbahn; Secretary Suzy Lora; Eric Topp; Treasurer Lisa Mangun; Dallas Rynd; Lamar Liming; Rod Campbell; Bill Indoe Vice President; Paul Haskins President; John Hartline; Randall Kiko retiring President; Kristy Ackley; Ryan Welch and Scott Sprunger.

the association take place. Committee reports, elections of officers and a presentation by Dr. Bill Yost on the Secure Milk Supply Plan were all a part of the annual meeting.

The officer elections produced Paul Haskins of Butler as President, Bill Indoe of Lodi as Vice President, Suzy Lora of Salem as Secretary and Lisa Mangun of Burbank as Treasurer.

The awards luncheon began with the OHA Queen Contest. Victoria Deam, daughter of Neil and Jennifer Deam of Sugarcreek was crowned queen while Courtney Lund, daughter of Bryan and Christina Lund of Norwalk was crowned first runner up.

Both young women will serve the OHA by promoting Ohio Holsteins at events throughout the year.

The Buckeye Breed Builder Awards were presented. The Senior award went to Dean Zimmer (left) and the Junior Award went to Rudy Kiko, Salem (right).

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Spring has Sprung with Another Successful OHA Annual Convention sented to Korey Oechsle of Van Wert, and Emma Mathews of New Vienna.

Mathews also received the Ohio Memorial Award.

Macy Conrad, New Holland was the winner of the Ohio Holstein Women’s Scholarship and Ella Jackson, DeGraff, received the Joanne Bickel Memorial Scholarship.

The Junior Production winners were Kaleb Kliner for Miley Alexander Tiffany, 2-2 19,579M 890F 659PJr. 2-Year-Old; Madelyn Topp for K-Y Blue Allen Rachel 5-4 29,455M 1,134F 875P - Aged Cow and Korey Oechsle with Jacher Golden Vodka 3-6 20,551M 1,119F 836P - 3-YearOld. (See more of the Junior Annual Meeting on Pages 50 & 51!)

The event was capped off by a fun auction of all sorts of donated items with the proceeds going to the Ohio Holstein Women’s Scholarship Fund.

Joe Miley was awarded the OHA Distinguished Service award presented by Barb Lumley

The Buckeye Breed Builder awards were presented and the Junior Award went to Rudy Kiko of Salem while the Senior Award went to Dean Zimmer of Marietta.

The Distinguished Junior Holstein Member boy and girl award were pre-

The OHA Distinguished Service award was presented to Joe Miley of Miley Holsteins, West Salem, Ohio for his years of service and leadership in the association.

Joe wasn’t the only Miley who was surprised that day with a deserving award. The spotlight went from Joe to his wife, Diana, when she was given the Ohio Holstein Woman of the Year. She was recognized for her tireless efforts serving the OHA as the office secretary and keeping all the plates spinning at Miley Holsteins.

Hannah Dye of Beloit was named the Esther Welch Ag Communications Scholarship winner.

The Ohio Holstein Woman of the Year Award was presented to Diana Miley who is flanked by her family, from left; Joe, Anna, Jason and Amy Miley.

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Shots from the 2017 OHA Convention

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Consistent Performance...

Rohaven Trigger Kad VG-89 EX-91-MS 2-3 320d 25,400M 3.7% 945F 3.2% 807P 3-3 290d 28,011M 3.5% 981F 3.2% 885P 4-3 295d 30,371M 3.6% 1104F 3.1% 949P 5-3 302d 30,112M 3.4% 1018F 3.1% 922F inc.

Kad has performed admirably and consistently for four lactations and is due again in May @ 6-3 to sexed Detour.

She’s the modern kind: youthful looking, moderately sized, yet very correct with a welded-on udder.

If there is a normal distribution of classification scores within a herd, there would tend to be a few 84- and 89-point cows, but that is not to say that we (or you) should be satisfied with that!

We hope she continues her consistent performance, calves out successfully again, and continues to develop. We like her!

Rohaven Holsteins Robert W. Haskins & Family

17219 Mishey Rd. • Butler, OH 44822

PH: 740.694.0122 (Bob & Jan) or 419.618.4028 (Paul) Email: phaskins17199@hotmail.com

3/2017 RHA 25,963M 3.8% 982F 3.2% 828P

The Ohio Holstein Association would like to extend our thanks to our 2017 OHA Convention sponsors who made the two day event possible.

District 7 Holstein Club Members American Dairy Association-Mideast COBA-Select Sires, Inc. Dairy Farmers of America Gerber Feed Service Inc. Harold's Equipment, Inc. Woodlyn Acres Farm, LLC Andrews Auctioneers, LLC Spreng Capital Management Inc Roger Sundberg/ABS Global, Inc. Toby Schaub/CRI Corrective Hoof Care/Josh Arp IBA of Ohio/ Terry Vance Nathan Steiner DVM/Fulton Rd Genetics

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Tri County Animal Clinic Inc. New Direction Financial/Roger Inkrott Computermixx Winkler Tire, LLC Hill's Supply, Inc. JDS Seeds Himes, Sla Slater & Hershberger, LLC Cope Farm Equipment K&M Builders, Ltd. WG Dairy, Inc. Summit Glove Inc. Bechtel Services Inc. The Commercial & Savings Bank Loudo Loudonville Farmers Equity The Kidron Auction Inc. Minerva Dairy Inc. Prengerʼs, Inc. Brewster Cheese Holmes County Farm Bureau Lowe & Young Inc. ST Genetics Byland Animal Hospital Accelerated Genetics/Grammer & Topp

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Ohio Holstein Convention Sale averages $3,070

High seller: Representing the buyer and CowBuyer.com Chad Griffith; Andrew Steiner; Rudy Kiko sales staff; Matthew Steiner consignor; David Gunkleman OHA Director of Marketing & Sales; Ken Janes sales staff; Hannah Dye on the halter of Lot 1; Paul Haskins and Ben Simpson, sales staff. In the box: Randall Kiko, auctioneer and Ted Renner, pedigrees.

By Barb Lumley Lot 1, Pine-Tree 9882 Gate 7345-ET, sold for $32,000 and was the top selling consignment at the Ohio Holstein Convention Sale held Friday, March 10, 2017 at the Holmes County Fairgrounds, Millersburg, Ohio. The buyer was Gordon Lamb, Oakfield, New York and consignor was Pine-Tree Dairy, Matthew Steiner and Family, Marshallville, Ohio.

A winter calf born 12/02/16 with GTPI +2975, she was a daughter of Triplecrown Gatedancer-ET from a Very Good 86 Supersire daughter that was the top seller in the 2016 World Classic and is from the outstanding and well-known Wesswood-HC Rudy Missy-ET cow family. The contending bidder was Jim Copper, Agent from Massachusetts.

Second high seller at $8750 was Lot 2, a spring yearling, Pine-Tree 6481 Jedi 7055-ET. Consigned by Springhill-Joyride c/o Chris Lang, Big Prairie, Ohio, she was purchased by Irvin, David, and Joe Allen Yoder, Montezuma, Georgia, with the winning bid coming in to Cowbuyer from Kenya, Africa. With GTPI +2771, she was sired by S-S-I Montross 14

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Second high seller: From Left: Rudy Kiko, sales staff; Chad Griffith representing the buyer Joe Allen, Irvin and David Yoder; David Gunkleman OHA Director of Marketing & Sales; Ken Janes sales staff; Allison Janes at halter of Lot 2; Paul Haskins and Ben Simpson, sales staff. In the box: Randall Kiko, auctioneer and Ted Renner, pedigrees.

Jedi-ET and from a Bacon-Hill Milsan-ET daughter that sold for $11,250 in the 2015 World Classic.

Selling for $4500 was Lot 9, OH-RiverSyc Solman Bess-ET consigned by the Ohio River Syndicate, c/o John Hartline, Whipple, Ohio, and purchased by Gus Rupp, Loudonville, Ohio. A winter calf sired by Walnutlawn Solomon-ET she is from the well-known Sandy-Valley Atwd Barbie-Et, classified Excellent 91.

The high selling bred heifer at $4400 was Lot 63, Shadeline Nala, consigned

by Charles Gleisner, Sullivan, Ohio and purchased by Jay and Kristy Ackley, East Liberty, Ohio. A big, strong, deep ribbed daughter of KHN Elm-Park Acme, her dam is an Excellent 91 Atwood daughter. She is due to calve in April to Mr. Chassity Gold Chip.

Selling for $4200 to Mike Santos, Tulare, California was Lot 3, Ri-Val-Re Jedi 1996, a winter calf with GTPI +2754, she was consigned by Jerry Jorgensen, Webberville, Michigan. Sired by S-S-I Montross Jedi-ET, her dam is Peak Bella JSPR 1130-ET from 14 generations Excellent and Very Good Dams.

The top selling cows at $4100 were Lot

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19, Pine-Tree 5211 Mogu 6096, a three year old milking 133 pounds and consigned by Matt Steiner, Marshallville, Ohio, and Lot 67, Doughty Valley Mutchen 1625, a three year old milking 141 pounds and consigned by Doughty Valley Holsteins, Millersburg, Ohio.

Both were purchased by Ross Russell, Russellville, Kentucky.

The sale average on 67 live animals was $3070. Cows averaged $2747; bred heifers $2835; yearlings $2903; and calves $3551. Consignments sold to New York, Georgia, Texas, California, Pennsylvania, Kentucky, North Carolina and Ohio. Auctioneer for the sale was Randall Kiko, Salem, Ohio with Ted Renner, Dalton, Ohio reading the pedigrees.

Ringmen were Dave Gunkleman. Paul Haskins, Rudy Kiko and Ken Janes. Ben Simpson and Steve Deam were in charge of cattle preparation with numerous volunteers helping, and members of the District 7 Holstein Club on night duty.

Sponsors for the sale were American Dairy Association Mideast and American Dairy Producers; American Equipment Service; COBA/Select Sires; Commodity Blenders; Priority IAC; Semex and Tri-County Vet Clinic.

AN ASSOCIATION IS ONLY AS GOOD AS THE PEOPLE WHO MAKE IT. WE ARE PROUD TO BE A PART OF SUCH A FINE ORGANIZATION. WE HERE AT QUALITY-QUEST HOLSTEINS CERTAINLY APPRECIATE ALL OF YOUR SUPPORT OVER THE YEARS, AND WE ARE COMFORTED TO KNOW THAT HANNAH WILL ALWAYS FIND SAFE HARBOR WITH THE MEMBERS AND FRIENDS OF THE OHIO HOLSTEIN ASSOCIATION.

THANK YOU! TH ~DOUG AND MARTY DYE

27863 Shoemaker Rd. • Beloit, Ohio • Doug, Marty, Evan, Hannah and Micah Dye • 330-581-7603 (Doug) OHIO NEWS

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Milking a Hippo needed a cow that didn’t kick, an udder If you are asked the question, ”How do you that was properly placed and positioned milk a hippopotamus?”, the answer should be so you could get the bucket under it, teats “very carefully!” I recently read a story in a that were the right size, a cow that milked local Sunday newspaper titled, “The Science easy and a sturdy stool. I learned to milk Behind Milking a Hippo”. The story was when I was four years old, milking a very about Fiona, a new born baby Hippo born at patient and quiet Guernsey cow, one teat at the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Gardens. a time, in a tin cup which I emptied into a Fiona came in to the world six weeks early bucket. Dad would finish her for me when and was only about half as big as she should he got done with the cows he was milking. have been. She was too small and too weak to It was our “social” time. We talked about nurse from her mother, Bibi. Getting Fiona’s the day’s happenings, family and friends, strength up was critical and that meant she the weather, etc. Dad used to count how By Barb Lumley needed her mother’s milk or colostrum, just many squirts it took to fill his bucket. It was always great like a baby calf. In order to get the colostrum they had to milk a 3,371 pound hippo---no easy task! Fortunately to have that cow that needed a second bucket! Squirting milk in to the cat’s mouth was always fun and some of Bibi had been worked with for other reasons and was our cats were well trained! It was family time together. trained to go into a small closure where they gave her When we showed at the Ohio State Fair and milked treats to encourage her to lean sideways so they could our cows by hand, we always drew a crowd. There was reach her udder. Reaching the udder was one of the always questions and someone always asked why there biggest problems in trying to milk her. Fortunately the was soapsuds in the bucket. Cindy was featured on a postdoctoral researcher at the zoo was raised on a farm Columbus television show milking her favorite cow, Jazz. and knew how to hand milk. Hippo udders are shaped I was once asked to house and hand milk a special show more like pig ones. They have two teats. It is said that they are the only mammal that gives pink milk. The pink cow. Evidently her well known owner felt hand milking color comes from two types of acids that cause the hippo would be less stressful on her beautiful udder.

When I first put my cows on official AR (Advanced to release an oily secretion referred to as “blood sweat” Registry) test, the tester was Ted White from Freeport, from its body.

Ohio, in Harrison County and he could drop in anytime A sample of the hippo’s milk was sent to Washington, to test. You never knew when he might be coming. He D.C. to scientist Michael Power at the Smithsonian not only tested all breeds in Ohio, he also traveled to National Zoo. He runs the milk repository at other states as well. He was a “check tester” for cows that the Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute were making state and national milk and fat records. He Conservation Ecology Center where there is a national could tell some very interesting stories about the check milk bank with no fewer than 15,000 milk samples from at least 130 different mammal species. Until he got Bibi’s testing! Most of the cows that were making huge records for their breeders were housed in box stalls in deep, deep samples, he had never seen hippo milk. It is high in straw and were milked by hand. He never mentioned protein, low in fat and sugar. Since Bibi did not have a any names---just some of the things he found in the lot of milk they went to work to prepare a formula for straw! the baby hippo. Power’s goal is to collect multiple milk Just think what the price of milk would be if cows samples from multiple females of a species. He wants today had to be hand milked! Over production would to find out over time how milk changes and if there is not be a problem and milk processing companies would differences between individuals of a species. In other be visiting the farms and begging for the farmers milk! words is gorilla milk gorilla milk or is each individual Growing up on a farm, you never know when the things animal different. Giant anteater milk is the closest thing you learn might come in handy! While I have never to hippo milk that he has seen. milked a hippo, I did body clip a six-legged Holstein I have hand milked a lot of cows in my time and I heifer-----but that’s another story! enjoyed doing it. To make hand milking a pleasure you 16

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Sire: Action Red Dam: EX-90 6-01 351 28,630 4.7 1339 3.0 860

Sire: Windbrook

EX-91 due 9-18-17 with a Solomon Heifer 3-11 365 34,230 4.1 1395 3.1 1071

Elite Red Carpet Reds

MILEY ADVENT GEM-RED EX 93

Advent x EX 90 Bacculum 311 365D 29,430M 4.3% 1265F 3.1% 921P Daughters: EX 90 Reality, EX 91 Redliner, VG 87 Redburst, Barbwire, Diamondback Pregnancies by Diamondback, Addiction, Avalanche

MILEY DEBONAIR GLITTER-RED EX 94

Debonair x EX 91 Tribute 507 365D 30,530M 3.4% 1009F 2.8% 846P Daughters: EX 90 Redburst, recently fresh Armani Granddaughters: Advent, Awesome, Diamondback

Tracing from generations of homebred excellents in our “G” family, these cows formed the foundation of our red and white program.

Both will be ushed this summer and inquires are welcome!

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Kiko Lavngrd Marlene 878

Sisters by Bradnick & Sid Marra is from this VG-87 Lavanguard then VG-87 Dex then 3 EX all homebred cows

Purchased by Garret Schmidt & Jessica Peter of Wisconsin at the 2015 Ohio Convention Sale Rusty and Pam Kiko and Ryan Kiko Recently fresh and just topped 28173 Winona Road | Salem, Ohio, 44460 | kikofarms@gmail.com the Quest for Success Sale III at $47,000

R & P Kiko Family Farms, Ltd.

Congrats to them on their success!

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Randall, Becky and Family Rudy, Allison and Family Russell, Jodi and Family 330-831-0174 330-540-2416 330-853-0401 Assistant Herdsman Luke Hilton 330-853-7944

WE’RE ABOUT MORE THAN ANIMAL NUTRITION We believe in being the leader in preserving our agricultural heritage and improving the long-term prosperity of farmers. With over 45 years of experience and research, we’re committed to serving the farming community by using the most-advanced nutritional concepts in all our products because capturing the nutritional value in feeds is the key to profit.

A lot is different since we first started, but our dedication to advancing agriculture has never changed.

BRAD WOODLAND (330) 466-0576 brad.woodland@agriking.com

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Mid-East Spring National Holstein Show • March 31-April 1, 2017 Judge: Dean Dohle • Columbus, Ohio

WINTER HEIFER CALF 1. OH- River-SYC Soloman Bea-ET exhibited by Victoria and Emily Deam 2. Express-SMD Dior exhibited by Express- Stan-MarDale Holsteins 3. Topp-View Airlift Rylee exhibited by Madelyn Topp 4. Show-Mar Acme Bullet 1410 exhibited by Wesley Brantner 5. Show-Mar Brokaw Sub 1412 exhibited by Dylan Brantner FALL HEIFER CALF 1. Hodgons Clark Pearl exhibited by Bucks-Pride LLC 2. T-Triple-T Windbrook Lavender exhibited by Andy Thomas 3. MM-T PCKTS Calamity Jane-ET exhibited by Michael Maloney 4. Poly-Kow Soloman Actress exhibited by D & N Schirm, L Moser & Crazy Chaos 5. Bulldog McCutch Jade exhibited by Tim and Grace Gunkelman

Junior Champion Open: From Left: Judge Dean Dohle, Jeremy Elsass with Reserve Jr. Champ Quietcove Foxys Lollipop, Nathan Thomas with Jr. Champ Ludwigs-DG DRM Everlast-ET, OHA Queen Victoria Deam

SUMMER YEARLING HEIFER 1. Brookview Arch Riv Polar Pop exhibited by Kyle & Kyle Ackley and Garret Havens 2. Toppglen Atwood Windstar exhibited by Toppglen 3. Ree-Kay Kingboy Cacey-ET exhibited by Mickayla, Samantha, Silas, Hayden King 4. Toppglen Diamondback Whip-ET exhibited by Cole Pond 5. Quietcove Foxys Ravioli exhibited by Quietcove Holsteins SPRING YEARLING HEIFER 1. Quietcove Foxys Lollipop exhibited by Quietcove Holsteins 2. Rupp-Vue Sid Fabi exhibited by Rupp-Vue Farm, LLC 3. Jeanneil-PL McCutchen Cali exhibited by Victoria and Emily Deam 4. Plainfield McCutchn Classy exhibited by Plainfield Farms 5. Wabash-Way Beemer Anora exhibited by Wabash-Way Holsteins, LLC WINTER YEARLING HEIFER 1. Ludwigs-DG DRM Everlast-ET exhibited by Legendholm Holsteins 2. Jenneil McCutchen Glitz exhibited by Victoria and Emily Deam 3. Plainfield Beemer Ginny exhibited by Plainfield Farms 4. Toppglen Awesome Wildflower exhibited by Brennan, Marissa & Logan Topp 5. Velvet-View Jolly exhibited by Logan and Wyatt Schlauch

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INTERMEDIATE CHAMPION - JUNIOR SHOW Cambridge Atwood Ellie-ET exhibited by Kris Ackley & Blake Heger

FALL YEARLING HEIFER 1. Russellway Atwood Jane-ET exhibited by Evan Kiko 2. Scratchwell Ladd Rockin exhibited by Korey Oechsle & Allison & Mallory Scott 3. Banowetz Armani Aspen exhibited by Levi Banowetz, IA 4. Don-Mair Mario Bros exhibited by Anna Moser, MI 5. Whiteleather Gchip Stela-ET exhibited by Kayla Cring

INTERMEDIATE CHAMPION - OPEN SHOW T-Triple-T Play It Again-ET exhibited by Triple T Holsteins

Mid-East Spring National Holstein Show • March 31-April 1, 2017 Judge: Dean Dohle • Columbus, Ohio

JUNIOR CHAMPION - JUNIOR SHOW Fall Heifer Calf - Toppglen Defiant Wowwee – Tanner, Brennan, Marissa & Logan Topp RESERVE JUNIOR CHAMPION - JUNIOR SHOW 1st place Summer Yearling, Brookview Arch Riv Polar Pop exhibited by Kyle and Kris Ackley & Garret Havens JUNIOR CHAMPION - OPEN SHOW 1st place Winter Yearling, Ludwigs-DG DRM Everlast-ET exhibited by Legendholm Holsteins, IL RESERVE JUNIOR CHAMPION - OPEN SHOW 1st place Spring Yearling, Quietcove Foxys Lollipop exhibited by Quietcove Holsteins JUNIOR BEST THREE FEMALES 1. Quietcove & White Light 2. Toppglen 3. Toppi-View JUNIOR TWO YEAR OLD 1. Express-SMD Naynay-Red-ET exhibited by Stan-MarDale-Express Holsteins 2. Kolons Very Katchy exhibited by Quietcove & White Light 3. Bucks-Pride McCutchen Mary exhibited by BucksPride LLC

4. Express-SMD Brock Dava exhibited by Stan-MarDale-Express Holsteins 5. Toppglen Reginald Wakenna-TW exhibited by Brennan, Marissa & Logan Topp SENIOR TWO YEAR OLD 1. Vale-O-Skene Lauthority Kitty exhibited by Kris and Kyle Ackley & Matt Oechsle 2. T-Triple-T Perfect Storm exhibited by Triple T and Entourage 3. Cambridge Atwood Ellie-ET exhibited by Kris Ackley & Blake Heger 4. Bertke GC Bentley exhibited by Damon Bertke 5. Erbacres Brokaw Dalyne-ET exhibited by Plainfield Farms JUNIOR THREE YEAR OLD 1. T-Triple-T Play It Again-ET exhibited by Triple T Holsteins 2. Wabash-Way Elaborate Perri exhibited by Wabash Way Holsteins, LLC 3. Quietcove Windbrook Fanta exhibited by Quietcove Holsteins 4. Quietcove Windbrook Fine exhibited by Quietcove Holsteins 5. OCD Atwood Madison-ET exhibited by Anna Moser, MI SENIOR THREE YEAR OLD 1. QCove-W JMK Curan Darcy-ET exhibited by Quietcove,Curran & Koster 2. Tri-Koebel Gldchip Ronda-ET exhibited by Tri-Koebel, MI 3. Etgen-Way Atwood Moneymaker exhibited by Ty and Heather Etgen 4. Miss Sunrose Sugar-ET exhibited by Sunrose Holsteins 5. QCove-W JMK Curan Daria exhibited by Quietcove, Curran & Koster

Junior Champion Junior Show: From Left; Judge Dean Dohle, Kris Ackley with Res. Jr. Champ Brookview Arch Riv Polar Pop, Korey Oechsle with Jr Champ Scratchwell Ladd Rockin, OHA Queen Victoria Deam.

RESERVE INTERMEDIATE CHAMPION - JUNIOR SHOW Jenneil Guthrie Glorie exhibited by Victoria and Emily Deam

RESERVE INTERMEDIATE CHAMPION - OPEN SHOW QCove-W JMK Curan Darcy-ET exhibited by Curran Koster HONORABLE MENTION INTERMEDIATE CHAMPION - OPEN SHOW Vale-O-Skene Lauthority Kitty exhibited by Kris and Kyle Ackley & Matt Oechsle FOUR YEAR OLD 1. Bucks Pride Gold Chip Winie exhibited by Aubree Topp and Bucks Pride 2. Bucks Pride Gold Chip Sue exhibited by Delbert and Heather Yoder 3. Greenlea BW Mar-Red exhibited by Dallas Rynd & Judy Wolford 4. Rupp-Vue Seaver Milissa exhibited by Rupp Vue Farm LLC 5. Ms Topp-View Atwood Tory exhibited by Madelyn Topp FIVE YEAR OLD 1. Budjon-JK Atwood Ekira-ET exhibited by Kris and Kyle Ackley 2. Cowpens Esperanza Estel exhibited by Hope Morrison 3. Tri-Koebel Easterbunny-ET exhibited by Tri-Koebel 4. Jenneil PC Shock Carolina exhibited by Plainfield Farms

Champion Bred and Owned of the Junior Show: Judge Dean Dohle, Rachel Benedict HAUSA Rep, Emily Deam with Jenneil Guthrie Glorie, OHA Queen Victoria Deam.

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Mid-East Spring National Holstein Show • March 31-April 1, 2017 Judge: Dean Dohle • Columbus, Ohio AGED COW 1. T-Triple-T Durham Poppi exhibited by Triple T & Entourage 2. T-Triple-T Platinum-ET exhibited by Triple T Holsteins 3. Tri-Koebel Expecition-ET exhibited by Tri-Koebel, MI 4. Raygor Alexander Tara exhibited by Raygor Farms LLC 5. Express-SMD Braxton Devin exhibited by Stan-MarDale-Express Holsteins 150,000 POUND COW 1. Whiteleather Sizzle 1440-ET exhibited by Whiteleather Holsteins 2. Steel-Lane Laurin Joelle exhibited by Nathan Steel Grand Champion of the Junior Show Budjon-JK Atwood Ekira-ET exhibited by Kris & Kyle Ackley RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION - JUNIOR SHOW Cambridge Atwood Ellie-ET exhibited by Kris Ackley & Blake Heger

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SENIOR CHAMPION - JUNIOR SHOW Budjon-JK Atwood Ekira-ET exhibited by Kris and Kyle Ackley RESERVE SENIOR CHAMPION - JUNIOR SHOW Willdina Atwood Cindy exhibited by Kris and Kyle Ackley BEST BRED & OWNED - OPEN SHOW T-Triple-T Durham Poppi exhibited by Triple T & Entourage SENIOR & GRAND CHAMPION - OPEN SHOW T-Triple-T Durham Poppi exhibited by Triple T & Entourage RESERVE SENIOR & RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION OPEN SHOW Budjon-JK Atwood Ekira-ET exhibited by Kris and Kyle Ackley

HONORABLE MENTION SENIOR CHAMPION - OPEN SHOW T-Triple-T Platinum-ET exhibited by Triple T Holsteins BEST BRED & OWNED - JUNIOR SHOW Jenneil Guthrie Glorie exhibited by Victoria and Emily Deam Premier Breeder: Tri-Koebel Holsteins Premier Exhibitor: Triple T Holsteins BREEDERS HERD 1. T-Triple-T 2. Ackley Holsteins PRODUCE OF DAM 1. T-Triple-T 2. Quietcove Holsteins SENIOR BEST THREE 1. T-Triple-T 2. Tri-Koebel 3. Whiteleather Holsteins

Intermediate Champion Open Show: From Left: Judge Dean Dohle, Jeff Brown with Int. Champ , T-Triple-T Play It Again-ET, Jeremy Elsass with QCove-W JMK Curan Darcy-ET, OHA Queen Victoria Deam.

Intermediate Champion Junior ShowFrom Left: Judge Dean Dohle, Emily Deam with Res. Int. Champ Jenneil Guthrie Glorie, Kris Ackley with Int. Champ. Cambridge Atwood Ellie-ET, OHA Queen Victoria Deam.

Grand Champion Junior Show: From left: Judge Dean Dohle, Rachel Benedict HAUSA Rep, Kris Ackley with Grand Champ Budjon-JK Atwood Ekira-ET, Kyle Ackely with Res. Grand Cambridge Atwood Ellie-ET, OHA Queen Victoria Deam.

Grand Champion Open Show: From Left: Judge Dean Dohle, Kris Ackley with Res. Grand Budjon-JK Atwood Ekira-ET, Jeff Brown with Grand T-Triple-T Durham Poppi, OHA Queen Victoria Deam.

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Sightings of the

MAY 13, 2017

MILLERSBURG, IN

Sunrose Jess EX 94

Jess will be well represented in the sale with daughters, grand daughters and great grand daughters selling.

In addition, one of her Defiant daughters will be the grand prize in the Sunrose Sale Essay contest.

Check our website, or the Sunrose Sale Facebook page for more details.

Sunrose Liberty VG 87 @ 2yr

Sunrose Just Tequila EX 91 @ 3 yr Int Champion 2016 Indiana State Show Just is a Tequila from Miss Jalepino, who was Int Champion at the 2013 OH Spring Show, and Grand Champion at the 2013 Indiana State Show.

Just sells due in early September to Impression

Res. Int. Champion IN State Show & State Fair 2016 Intermediate Champion IN Junior Show 2016 Liberty is a Goldchip x EX Dundee X EX Leduc X EX Quality Frisco X 4 more VG Canadian dams. *Her dam, Linda, is a maternal sister to Sunrose Champion Lydia EX who was Res All American Winter Yearling in 2007. *Liberty is fresh in December and seems to have really taken a leap forward, as the Goldchips seem to in their 2nd lactation. *Her two natural daughters, a late January winter yearling by Brady, and an early December Crush both sell as well.

First choice females by Mr Sunrose Saturn from the Expo Grand Champion & Royal Winter Fair Reserve Grand Champion Rainyridge Talent Barbara EX 95 All American & All Canadian 5 year old 2010 *River Valley is sending a VG 87 2 yr old Goldwyn, straight out of Barbara!

She will be fresh a month at sale time and will show as a 4 yr old this year.

Brackleyfarm Chelios Cheerio EX 96 - Milksource Genetics Reserve Grand 2016 Royal Winter Fair

Sheeknoll Durham Arrow Sheeknoll Holsteins Expo Grand Champion

*A rare opportunity to add a GREAT pedigreed young cow to your program, straight from everyone's favorite Talent!

Bruce & Tricia Gingerich & Family 13330 County Rd 42 • Millersburg, IN USA 46543

Bruce Cell: 574-536-3061 • Fax: 574-642-4035 Email: sunrose20064@aol.com OHIO NEWS

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Show Results Spring Dairy Expo Red & White Show • March 30, 2017 Judge: Dean Dohle, Halfway, Missouri • Columbus, Ohio WINTER HEIFER 1. White-Mist Dribble-Red-ET exhibited by Silver Mist and White Light Holsteins 2. U-Dean Hypnotic Rosa-Red-ET exhibited by Jazmine Auble 3. Claytoncrest Salsa-Red-ET exhibited by Hayleigh Geurink 4. Lah-Dale Special-Red exhibited by Ava Lahmers 5. Breezy-Knoll Baby Cinda-Red-ET exhibited by Tom and Grant Cope FALL HEIFER 1. Auburnhills LVRG Ryanne-Red exhibited by Hannah Dumbeck 2. Mac Acres Darby exhibited by Mac Acres 3. Jenn-Stone Leverage Suri-Red exhibited by Avery Dumbeck 4. Star-Gen Abso Marley-Red exhibited by Starlight Genetics 5. Star-Gen Abso Moxie-Red exhibited by Starlight Genetics SUMMER YEARLING 1. Ms Wabash-Way Kalif Mia-Red exhibited by Wabash-Way Holsteins, LLC 2. Jacher Armani Riptide-Red exhibited by Korey Oechsle 3. G-Lane Carson Tia-Red exhibited by Mariah Troutwie 4. Pine-Tree AW Abigail-Red exhibited by Becca Vales 5. G-Lane California Realyn-Red exhibited by Mariah Troutwie

SPRING YEARLING 1. Ack-Lee Defiant Gaga-TW-Red exhibited by Kris and Kyle Ackley 2. Uber-Haven D Fint Chrome-Red exhibited by Mike Uber and Vanessa Philson 3. Macs-BHF CT Dana Rae exhibited by Mac Acres WINTER YEARLING 1. Wabash-Way Kalif Halo-Red exhibited by Elaina Lahmers 2. Spun Gold-G CT Shea-Red-ET exhibited by Debra and Jenna Hoffman 3. Schulter Sadie Lee-Red-ET exhibited by Sunrose Holsteins 4. Macs Acres AR Queenie exhibited by Macs Acres 5. Velvet-View Return-Red exhibited by Logan and Wyatt Schlauch FALL YEARLING 1. Mac Acres VHF Lady Di exhibited by Mac Acres & Jenna Yoder 2. N-Randle Absolut Legacy-Red exhibited by Starlight Genetics 3. Twining Armani Reba-Red exhibited by Raymond Twining 4. Idylbrook Dest Rose-Red-ET exhibited by Becca Vales JUNIOR CHAMPION - JUNIOR SHOW Wabash-Way Kalif Halo-Red exhibited by Elaina Lahmers

Intermediate Champion of the Junior Show: From Left: Maggie Mathews with Res. Int. Champ Ray-Jo Rdburst Sasha-Red, Elaina Lahmers with Int. Champ Lah-Dale Malone Shine-Red, Ava Lahmers, Audrey Lahmers, OHA Victoria Deam.

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RES JUNIOR CHAMPION Auburnhills LVRG Ryanne-Red exhibited by Hannah Dumbeck JUNIOR CHAMPION - OPEN SHOW Wabash-Way Kalif Halo-Red exhibited by Elaina Lahmers RES JUNIOR CHAMPION - OPEN SHOW Ms Wabash-Way Kalif Mia-Red exhibited by Wabash-Way Holsteins, LLC JUNIOR TWO-YEAR-OLD 1. Express-SMD Naynay-Red-ET exhibited by StanMar-Dale/Express Holsteins 2. Ms Wabash-Way Armani Mara-Red exhibited by Wabash-Way Holsteins, LLC 3. Harmony-Corners Kerisha-Red exhibited by StanMar-Dale/Express Holsteins SENIOR TWO-YEAR-OLD 1. Lah-Dale Malone Shine-Red exhibited by Chris & Elizabeth Lahmers 2. Hankansons Redburst Evie Red exhibited by Bucks-Pride LLC 3. Mac Acres BHF Dare Devil exhibited by Mac Acres 4. Express-SMD Maybach-Red exhibited by StanMar-Dale/Express Holsteins 5. Kokosings Toppi Rowen-Red exhibited by Kokosing Farms LLC JUNIOR THREE-YEAR-OLD 1. Lichty-Acres Htry Fire-Red exhibited by Eric Lang 2. Wil-O-Rae Redburst Vegas-Red exhibited by WilO-Rae Holstein 3. Ms HJ Moede Scarlet-Red-ET exhibited by Lydia Kaverman

Junior Champion Junior Show and Open: From Left: Judge Dean Dohle, Hannah Dumbeck with Res. Jr. Champ Auburnhills LVRG Ryanne-Red, Elaina Lahmers with Jr. Champ Wabash-Way Kalif Halo-Red, OHA Queen Victoria Deam.

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PRODUCE OF DAM 1. Mac Acres

Spring Dairy Expo Red & White Show • March 30, 2017 Judge: Dean Dohle, Halfway, Missouri • Columbus, Ohio SENIOR THREE-YEAR-OLD 1. Mac Acres AB Desiree- Red exhibited by Mac Acres 2. Karebares Rdbrust Sasha-Red exhibited by Emma Mathews 3. Roll-N-View P Ingrid-Red-ET exhibited by Ally Cupps INTERMEDIATE CHAMPION - OPEN SHOW Lichty-Acres Htry Fire-Red exhibited by Eric Lang.

RES INTERMEDIATE CHAMPION Lah-Dale Malone Shine-Red exhibited by Elaina Lahmers

FOUR-YEAR-OLD 1. Greenlea BW Mar-Red exhibited by Silver Mist Holsteins 2. Southern Hills Nola-Red exhibited by Stan-MarDale/Express Holsteins 3. Jolibois Floria Contend-Red-ET exhibited by Starlight Genetics FIVE-YEAR-OLD 1. Balmoral Lars Aurianna exhibited by Madelyn Topp

INTERMEDIATE CHAMPION - JUNIOR SHOW Lah-Dale Malone Shine-Red exhibited by Elaina Lahmers

AGED COW 1. Quality Quest Cinda-Red exhibited by Grant and Tom Cope 2. Oneeda Rocco Tawny exhibited by Madelyn Topp

RES INTERMEDIATE CHAMPION - JUNIOR SHOW Karebares Rdbrust Sasha-Red exhibited by Emma Mathews

DAM & DAUGHTER 1. Elaina Lahmers 2. Tom and Grant Cope

GRAND CHAMPION AND SENIOR CHAMPION OPEN SHOW Quality Quest Cinda-Red exhibited by Grant and Tom Cope RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION AND RES SENIOR CHAMPION - OPEN SHOW Greenlea BW Mar-Red exhibited by Silver Mist Holsteins GRAND CHAMPION - JUNIOR SHOW Balmoral Lars Aurianna exhibited by Madelyn Topp RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION - JUNIOR SHOW Lah-Dale Malone Shine-Red exhibited by Elaina Lahmers SENIOR CHAMPION - JUNIOR SHOW Balmoral Lars Aurianna exhibited by Madelyn Topp RES SENIOR CHAMPION - JUNIOR SHOW Oneeda Rocco Tawny exhibited by Madelyn Topp

Intermediate Champion Open Show: From Left: Judge Dean Dohle, Elaina Lahmers with Res. Int. Champ Lah-Dale Malone Shine-Red, Hope Morrison with Int. Champ Lichty-Acres Htry Fire-Red, OHA Queen Victoria Deam.

Grand and Senior Champion of the Open Show: Judge Dean Dohle, Judy Wolford with Res. Grand Greenlea BW Mar-Red, Grant Cope with Grand Champ Quality Quest Cinda-Red, Phil Rhodes, OHA Queen Victoria Deam.

Grand Champion of the Junior Show: From Left: Judge Dean Dohle, Elaina Lahmers with Res. Grand Lah-Dale Malone ShineRed, Madelyn Topp with Grand Champ Balmoral Lars Aurianna, OHA Queen Victoria Deam.

Senior Champion Junior Show: From Left: Judge Dean Dohle, Maggie Mathews with Res. Sr. Champ Oneeda Rocco Tawny, Madelyn Topp with Sr. Champ Balmoral Lars Aurianna, OHA Queen Victoria Deam.

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February Classification was a VERY GOOD day for our 2-year-olds.

These young ladies scored for the first time in their first lactation:

Beardsly Atwood Gwynne VG at 2 years old Jenneil Guthrie Glorie - VG 86 Beardsly Atwood Gemini - VG 86 Beardsly Dempsey Minnie - VG 85 Beardsly Guthrie Ester - VG 85 Beardsly Atwood Geneva - VG 85 Deam’s Stylist Fork Marley - VG 85

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Remembering and Honoring...

Agri-business man Fellow farmer Trusted advisor Faithful friend Skilled craftsman

Oris E. Steiner 1951 - 2017

Devoted family man Dedicated Christian

We as the Steiner family wish to express our sincere gratitude to all those who have shared expressions of sympathy and care.

Our father was a wonderful example to us.

We appreciate your continued support as we carry on his legacy in serving the farming community in the years to come.

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Kudos to Amy Miley (D-7) and COBA Select Sires for the fantastic job on the All-Ohio Calendar! Several glowing comments have been shared about this year’s calendar and OHA thanks you for your commitment to the project and a good looking calendar.

Congratulations to those members who have hit the 40 year HAUSA membership mark. They are: Matthew Steiner (D-7), David P Winchell (D1), Richard M. Miller (D-2), C. C. Finton (D-3) and Michael E. Welch (D-8).

The Ohio Holstein Women’s page returns to the magazine with the activities and recipes from the Ohio Holstein Women. Watch for some select items the women have for sale coming up in the next issue.

Roy and Lisa Mangun (D-7) just celebrated 32 years together. Happy Anniversary and many more to come!

Joe and I would like to thank Ohio Holstein for the honor of being selected Distinguished Service and Ohio Holstein Woman of the Year Award winners. We were both pleasantly surprised when our names

Spring Dairy Expo Award of Honor

were called; and to win them both in the same year was an added bonus.

Ohio Holstein has been a big part of our lives for as long as we can remember. I remember Joe holding various District & State board positions and the children and I were active in the Junior Association; helping with lunch stands & going to National Conventions. We have met many interesting people and travelled to many states as National Convention delegates through the years. We hope that everyone accepts the opportunity to serve on committees, as delegates, or in any other way if asked (or you can volunteer). You will be glad you did. Thank you again. Joe & Diana Miley All the details for participating in the National Holstein Convention in Washington can be found at the Holstein Association, USA website.

Steve Moff (D-2) is a candidate for national director of the Holstein Association, USA. Good Luck Steve!

Congrats to JR Kaverman, Jr. for exhibiting the Reserve Grand Champion MS Call-Del Krazy Shoelace at the Kentucky National Holstein Show and Sale on Thursday, April 6th in Louisville.

Count it! Velvet View Farm owners Aaron and Brandi Schlauch (D-7) celebrated 22 years together on April 8th! Happy Anniversary!

Lewis Jones (left) of Columbus was awarded the 2017 Spring Dairy Expo Award of Honor presented

by John Griewe at the recent Spring Dairy Expo. This award is presented every year to an outstanding leader in the Ohio dairy industry. Lewis managed the Spring Dairy Expo for a number of years and most recently retired from the General Manager position of the American Guernsey Association.

Congratulations Lewis!

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Now EX-94 95MS Sizzle has 2 Golden Dreams Sr 2 year olds both VG 85 and 86 Her dam, Whiteleather Silk 1040-ET was EX-92 3E Miss Americas Family also had 4 new Excellents!!

She now has 14 EX daughters and 46 VG daughters

Now EX-93 94MS Dam Whiteleather Outside 367 “Miss America” EX-91 GMD DOM

Whiteleather Sandy 2084-ET EX-90 Whiteleather Sara 2080-ET EX-91 Whiteleather Sassy 2082-ET EX-90

Whiteleather Dorcy 2340 EX90 @3-07 — Dam: Silk Whiteleather Corvettes 2631 GP-83 2632 VG-85 2633 VG-87 2634 VG-85 Whiteleather Armani VG-86 2625 VG-86 – Dam: Silk

Whiteleather Holsteins 8208 Bayard Road • Minerva, OH

Lawrence Whiteleather: (330) 904-1806 • Adam Whiteleather: (330) 205-1738 543 cows 24,630 Milk 929 Fat 760 Protein

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YOUR $2 BEEF BEEFCHECKOFF CHECKOFF

Helps Ohio High School Students Show Off Culinary Knowledge, Creativity

Highlights:

1st ever Burger Battle at the ProStart statewide competition 10 Teams of Students competed Judged by chefs from Wendy’s, White Castle, The Rail, Michael Symon Restaurants, Cameron Mitchell Restaurants and The Culinary Institute of America.

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Help tell the beef story by using #ohiobeef in your social media posts.

It is every cattleman’s responsibility to remit their $2 per head Beef Checkoff.

Learn more about how to submit your checkoff at www.ohiobeef.org.

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Dairy Farmer-Funded Grants

Are Making A Difference in Schools New statistics show that more children are choosing to eat breakfast at school. Nationally, about 28% of children are lining up for breakfast at school. But thanks to dairy farmer’s investment in checkoff, breakfast participation numbers have climbed to more than 43% for Ohio and West Virginia schools receiving a Fuel Up to Play 60 grant.

On behalf of Ohio and West Virginia's dairy farmers, ADA Mideast has provided $1.65 million in Fuel Up to Play 60 grants to more than 550 schools since the program began in 2009.

These grants help schools add new dairy-friendly items to their menus and purchase equipment, such as mobile serving carts, smoothie stations and breakfast bars, to drive dairy consumption in schools.

Dairy farmer Rob Bouic and ADA Mideast CEO Scott Higgins present a FUTP60 grant to Jonathan Alder School District on behalf of Ohio’s dairy farmers.

Why promote school breakfast? It’s simple! Every breakfast served at school includes one to three servings of dairy. This alone provides an opportunity for additional sales of 1.5 billion single-serve units of fluid milk nationally.

In fact, Ohio and West Virginia schools that received dairy farmer-funded grants for the 2015-16 school year reported increases in milk and yogurt sales, above the national average! Milk sales in these schools increased 5.5%, and yogurt sales increased by 16.7%.

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Ohio Cows Shine in New York The New York Spring Dairy Carousel International Holstein Show was held recently in Syracuse and a couple of Ohio breeders took home some special awards.

Nathan and Jenny Thomas of Triple-T Holsteins nabbed Premier Breeder and Premier Exhibitor honors in addition to Senior Champion Honorable Mention with T-Triple-T Platinum-ET (Goldwyn), the second place aged cow.

Garrett Havens heifer Brookview Party Pooper-ET (Doorman) owned with Joe Nash was named the Best Bred and Owned Heifer of the show after winning the winter yearling class.

Congratulations!

Jones receives alumni award from Ohio State CFAES

From Left: Nathan Thomas, Jenny Thomas with T-Triple-T Platinum-ET, Emily Mikel - NY DJM, Shannon Sears – NY DJM.

COLUMBUS -- Congratulations to Lewis R. Jones, recipient of a 2017 Distinguished Alumni Award from The Ohio State University College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES).

Jones, of Grove City, Ohio, graduated from Ohio State with a Bachelor of Science in agricultural economics in 1965. He was recognized for a lifetime of professional and personal involvement in agriculture, particularly Ohio’s dairy industry.

“We are awarding Mr. Jones with the Distinguished Alumni Award today for his notable accomplishments in the dairy industry and his ‘pay it forward’ mentality towards the college,” presenter Julie Louiso told 150 alumni, relatives, faculty, staff and friends during an awards luncheon hosted by the college March 4.

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Spring Dairy Expo Supreme Champions Supreme Champion Cow of the Open Show T-Triple-T Durham Poppi exhibited by Triple T & Entourage Supreme Champion Heifer of the Open Show Kash-Up Andreas Envy-ET exhibited by Colton Thomas & Clark Kendall Supreme Champion Cow of the Junior Show Budjon-JK Atwood Ekira-ET exhibited by Kris and Kyle Ackley Supreme Champion Heifer of the Junior Show Wabash-Way Kalif Halo-Red exhibited by Elaina Lahmers

Congratulations to our Production Leaders!

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Louis A. & Tim W. Davidson, Quincy

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Ohio State ATI

Building Leaders Through Internships!

Nichole Mann

Western Reserve Cooperative, Pierpoint, OH Alfa Creek Farm, Andover, OH

Skylar Gericke

DSM Nutritional Products, Archbold, OH

Derek Stoller

Mary Sprang

GS Dotterer, Sterling, OH

Torie Cole

Lingle Holstein Farms Wooster, OH

Maria Swartz

Zach Berry

COBA Select Sires, Western OH

Witmers Feed & Grain, Columbiana, OH

Paul Dillon

Art Stoller, Wooster, OH

Nathaniel Kinney

Tyler Gentry

Ayers Dairy Farm, Perrysville, OH

Steffen Farms, Apple Creek, OH

Thomas DiGiovanni

Lindsey Gilmore

Reutter Dairy Farm Big Prairie, OH

Logan Stockdale

Hannah Dye

Krause Dairy, OARDC, Wooster, OH

ABS Global, Wayne County, OH

Josh Keller

Bristol/Catapadale Dairies, Marshallville, OH

Springhill Farms, Big Prairie, OH

Brenna Holter

Shady Haven Farms, Delaware, OH

Guggisberg Cheese, Sugarcreek, OH

Brian Stought

Josh Hupp, Croton, OH

Jeremy Thornton

COBA Select Sires, Western OH

Katie Grace Weant

Coldsprings Farm, New Windsor, MD

Hope Hazelton Australia

Ohio State ATI 1328 Dover Road Wooster, OH 44691 330-287-1331 www.ati.osu.edu OHIO NEWS

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Queen’s Corner

By Victoria Deam

Hello Everyone!

My name is Victoria Deam and I will be serving as your 2017 Ohio Holstein Queen!

I live in Sugarcreek, Ohio with my parents Neil and Jennifer Deam as well as my younger sister Emily. We live on a small farm where we are currently raising our 2017 showstring of Holstein heifers and calves.

Since before I was able to walk my family has had me out at the barn with our beautiful Holsteins. From spending time at my aunt and uncle’s farm in Dover, Ohio playing with baby calves even before I was in school, to watching my cousins exhibit dairy at many different shows before I was old enough to show myself, my love of the Holstein breed took its place in my heart. My dad has always been very instrumental in giving me many opportunities to learn about and show cows at different levels. Teaching others about the intricacies of farm life and raising a successful show string is very valuable to the continuation of our association.

be the girl that ‘younger me’ used to look up to. Looking back on my childhood growing up at big cow shows, some of my favorite memories are the friends I have made. The friendly community of people who show at places like the Spring Dairy Expo, the Ohio State Fair, or even NAILE is without a doubt a huge reason why I love being at the shows. A friendly smile is something you will receive from almost anyone whether you are walking around the barn, entering the arena, or just hanging around the aisle. As a young girl no matter if I was in the top or bottom half of the class I was always eager to get to see the Queen come by and give me my ribbon.

the little ones are looking up to and I realize what a huge role that really is. As Queen I will take my position seriously and keep in mind at all times that there are little girls looking up to me. I believe that with our busy world today many young kids are getting pulled in different directions, and in many cases that means being pulled away from the dairy industry because of sports and other commitments. I want to be an example to the younger generation that there is still time to love our cows and remember the things that we grew up doing. We are the future of the industry and I am excited to have the opportunity to be a driving force that will help to ensure the future is bright!

In the last few months I began making big choices about my future such as college and what I would like to do for the rest of my life. I love babysitting which often makes me think about the past when I was the one being watched. Now I am the ‘big girl’ that

I am looking forward to meeting even more people in the dairy industry over the next year. If there is any event you would like me to attend please feel free to contact me at (330) 401-5433 or vtdeam@gmail.com. I look forward to seeing you all soon!

I believe agriculture is something many people lack common knowledge in, and helping to educate others about our industry is a job that I feel is very important. I am excited to be the 2017 Ohio Holstein Queen not only because I will have the honor of representing dairy farmers and our Holstein breed at district shows, county fairs, and national-level shows but also because I will 46 0

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Oris Earl Steiner

In Memoriam

Oris Earl Steiner, age 66, of Apple Creek, OH, passed away suddenly at his home on March 7, 2017.

Oris was born near Dalton on January 18, 1951 to the late Samuel and Orpha (Neuenschwander) Steiner. He received the Lord as his personal Savior in his youth and was a member of Immanuel Fellowship Church.

He resided on his farm in Apple Creek for 27 years, growing crops, raising beef cattle, and was widely known as the founder and manager of Steinway Equipment in Kidron, OH. His family brought him great joy and

Thomas Silver Mykrantz Thomas Silver Mykrantz passed away April 6, 2017 at LifeCare Hospice in Wooster, following a period of declining health. Tom was born in Wooster on July 15, 1925 to Benny Silver and Edna Sigrist Mykrantz.

He graduated from Wooster High School in 1943 where he was active in band and FFA. He received his State FFA degree.

Following his graduation he entered the U.S. Army serving in the Black Hawk Infantry Division and was stationed in the Philippines. He served in combat before becoming a Chaplain’s Assistant to Rev. Harry Walrond, who also became a lifelong friend.

Following his return from the Army, he turned his focus on farming and raising a family. Tom married Elsie Stahl Mykrantz on October 19, 1952 in Newcomerstown, Ohio. She survives. He farmed in partnership with his father, Benny and brother, Harry, raising Registered Jerseys. Tom and Harry developed a nationally recognized herd, drawing fellow Jersey breeders from around the globe.

Many of the animals in the herd traced back to Tom’s purchase of Chiefs Etta Advancer Babe from Mr. Lester Inbody. This cow was the dam of Tom’s favorite cow, Ettas Milestone Babe, a winner of the Milking Derby in the 1960’s. Chiefs Etta Advancer Babe was the granddam of Ettas Master Babe, a Jersey Jug winner and National grand champion and great-granddam of B Sleeper Valiant Babe, also a National grand champion.

Tom was a member of the Wayne Holmes County Jersey Cattle Club, District 7 Jersey Breeders, Ohio Jersey Breeders’ Association and American Jersey Cattle Association.

his 22 grandchildren held a special place in his heart.

Oris was united in marriage to Dorothy Good on January 18, 1975, and together they had twelve children, Doretta (Joe Speicher) of Manns Choice, PA, Leon (Rachel) of Wooster, OH, Delores (Allen Summy) of Honduras, Central America, Ruby (fiance Joseph Ebersole) of the home, Kevin (Danielle) of North Lawrence, OH, Konrad of the home, Renita of Honduras, Central America, Lyndon (Beth) of Wooster, OH, Jolinda (Phillip Hochstetler) of Salisbury, NC, Jenisa of Honduras, Central America, Orlyn (Heather) of Orrville, OH, Orwyn (Caro-

line) of Minerva, OH; 22 grandchildren; 6 brothers, Wilbur, Irvin, Vilas, Clifford, Maynard and Olen; and 4 sisters, Miriam, Arlene, Mary Ann, and Esther.

In addition to his parents he was also preceded in death by his brother John.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, March 11, 2017 at 2:30 pm at Fairlawn Mennonite Church, 8520 Emerson Rd. Apple Creek, OH 44606 with Alvin Mast officiating. Burial will be at Immanuel Fellowship Cemetery.

Friends may call Friday from 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm and 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm at Fairlawn Mennonite Church. Spidell Funeral Home in Mount Eaton is handling the arrangements.

He served on the board of the Ohio Jersey Breeders’ Association and was treasurer for four years. He received the OJBA’s Pioneer Service Award and the Wayne County Jersey Cattle Club’s Distinguished Service Award.

He was a member of the Ohio Young Farmer Committee and served as an officer. He was a 4-H advisor and provided animals for judging contests. He was always willing to open up his farm to 4-H, FFA and Collegiate judging teams as well as Ohio PDCA judging schools. He also provided opportunities for internships for several ATI dairy students.

Tom was always willing to work with Ohio State University Extension and the OARDC with research projects and field days. He hosted the Ohio Jersey Picnic and was proud to open his farm to visitors attending the 1983 annual meeting of the American Jersey Cattle Association.

Tom was a member of Oak Chapel United Methodist Church, where he served on the building committee responsible for the construction of the sanctuary in 1967, served as organist, was active in the United Methodist Men and Sing-Mar Class. He also served on the Administrative Council, Trustees and Music and Worship Committee.

After he sold his dairy herd in 1985, he worked for Buehler’s, The Counselling Center, Zion Lutheran Church and Oak Chapel United Methodist Church.

He was a member of Wayne County Farm Bureau and a founding and active member of farm council, Northwest 19, well known by state leaders for their active and lively interest in issues and policies at all levels.

With a lifetime along the Lincoln Highway, Tom was a member of the East Ohio and Mid-Ohio Lincoln Highway groups and en-

joyed supporting the Lincoln By-Way Yard Sale, held annually at Oak Chapel. Tom was a member of the first Wayne County Planning Commission, responsible for developing a land use plan for Wayne County. He also served on the election board as a poll worker and was a proud and active member of the Wayne County Republican Party.

In addition to his wife, Tom is survived by three daughters, Julie Finney (Dr. Mike) of Marshallville, Susan of Wooster, Jane Fruth (Robert) of Tiffin, six grandchildren; Ben Finney (Sheena) of Troy, Beth Gardner (Brandon) of Plain City, Sarah Finney of Marshallville, John Fruth (Samantha, fiancé) of Columbus, Paul Fruth of Baltimore, Maryland and Anne Fruth of Tiffin and three great grandchildren.

His parents, brothers; Harry and Richard and an infant son, Teddy passed away previously.

Calling hours will be Tuesday, April 11 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at McIntire, Bradham and Sleek Funeral Home, 216 East Larwill Street, Wooster, Ohio 44691. A Memorial Service will be held on Wednesday, April 12 at 11 a.m. at Oak Chapel United Methodist Church, 4203 West Old Lincoln Way, Wooster, Ohio 44691. Cremation has taken place and a private burial was held by the family.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Scarlet & Gray Jersey Fund, c/o The Ohio State University Office of University Development, 1480 West Lane Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43221 (Ohio State University Foundation, Fund 313419) or LifeCare Hospice, 1900 Akron Road, Wooster, Ohio 44691.

Online condolences may be left for the family at www.mcintirebradhamsleek.com.

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Just For Juniors

By Madelyn Topp & Maggie Mathews, Ohio Junior Holstein Association Reporters

We have big plans for the juniors this year! The OHA state convention was held in Wooster, Ohio, where the Ohio Junior Holstein Association held a meeting in conjunction with the annual meeting. Several topics were discussed including the Spring Dairy Expo plans, State Fair awards, National Convention, the new board of directors, and the John Spreng memorial.

National Convention is in Bellevue, Washington. The deadline to go with the OJHA has unfortunately already passed. If you still wish to go to the National Convention, you will have to find your own transportation and hotel room. We have five Ohio juniors attending this year: Emma Mathews, Maggie Mathews, Korey Oechsle, Jazmine Auble, and Karalynn Totden.

We voted for a new board of directors: President Emma Mathews, Vice President Keaton Topp, Secretary Kinley Topp, Treasurer Korey Oechsle and Reporters Madelyn Topp and Maggie Mathews. The 2017 Ohio Holstein Queen is Victoria Deam. Victoria is 16 years old and from District 3. She is the daughter of Neil and Jennifer Deam from Sugarcreek, Ohio. The first runner-up was Courtney Lund from District 8.

At the 2017 OHA Convention, the dairy judging contest was held on Friday at Gateway Holsteins and Springhill Holsteins and Guernseys. The junior winners were: first place David Miley, second place Wyatt Kiko, and third place Lizzy Kiko. There were three scholarships awarded. The Esther Welch Ag Communications Scholarship was awarded to Hannah Dye, The Ohio Holstein Women Scholarship was awarded to Macy Conrad, and the Joanne Bickel Memorial Scholarship was awarded to Ella Jackson.

There were various junior awards given. The Distinguished Junior Member boy and girl awards were awarded to Korey Oechsle and Emma Mathews. The Ohio Memorial award was also received by Emma Mathews. The Junior Production award winners are Kaleb Kliner for Miley Alexander Tiffany, 2-2 19,579M 890F 659P- Jr. 2-Year-Old; Korey Oechsle with Jach-

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er Golden Vodka 3-6 20,551M 1,119F 836P - 3-Year-Old; and Madelyn Topp for K-Y Blue Allen Rachel 5-4 29,455M 1,134F 875P - Aged Cow. We had many donations for the John Spreng Memorial. Thank you to all who donated; it’s very much appreciated.

We will be doing another raffle this year to benefit the Ohio Junior Holstein Association. If you would like to donate any prizes, we would be more than happy to accept! A change from last year is that we will have the raffle tickets to sell at State Fair. If you have any questions, please contact one of the board members.

Finally, we would like to wish everyone good luck with their cattle this upcoming show season. Like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram.

Facebook: Ohio Junior Holstein Association Instagram: Ohioholsteinsjuniorsassociation We wish you all luck!

Madelyn Topp, Reporter Maggie Mathews, Reporter

Meet the 2017-2018 Directors President, Emma Mathews Emma Mathews is 18 years old and from district 15. She is a freshman at The Ohio State University-ATI where she is majoring in agriculture communications and minoring in agribusiness. She lives on her family farm where she is raising her own herd of Holstein and Ayrshire cattle. In addition to the dairy industry, Emma is also involved in The Ohio Cattlemen's BEST program, Ohio State ATI Hoof n’’ Hide, collegiate 4-H, and enjoys photography in her spare time.

Vice President, Keaton Topp Keaton Topp is 17 years old and from District 14. He’s a junior at Botkins High School. He is involved on his family farm, where they raise dairy cattle of all breeds. In addition to the dairy industry Keaton is very involved in FFA and 4-H.

Secretary, Kinley Topp Kinley Topp is 15 years old and from District 14. She’s a freshman at Botkins High School where she participates in FFA, FCCLA, basketball and soccer.

She is involved on her family farm, Topp-View, where they milk about 60 dairy cows.

Treasurer, Korey Oechsle Korey Oechsle is 17 years old and is from district 12. He is a junior at Van Wert High School where he plays football and wrestles. He lives on his family’s farm where they raise Holstein, Guernsey, Jersey, and Milking Shorthorn heifers. He also participates in Choir and theatre.

Reporter, Maggie Mathews Maggie Mathews is 13 years old and from District 15. She is in the 8th grade at East Clinton middle school. I live on my family farm raising Ayrshires and Holsteins. In addition to the cattle industry she is als involved in the Ohio Cattleman’s BEST Program.Maggie is also representing Ohio as the 2017-18 Ohio Ayrshire Princess. She is a member of the Udder Club as the news reporter. She enjoys showing cattle in her spare time.

Reporter, Madelyn Topp Madelyn Topp is 14 years old and from District 14. She is a 8th grader at Botkins High School. She is a part of her family farm, Topp-View, where they raise and milk dairy cattle of every breed. She also plays soccer, basketball, softball and judges dairy for 4-H at many shows.

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Ohio Holstein Women Meet

By Sara Twining & Louise Harding The Ohio Holstein Women Annual Meeting was held Saturday March 11, 2017 at the Shisler Conference Center, Wooster, Ohio at 8 AM. In the absence of President Betty Whiteleather Vice President Louise Harding led the meeting.

Minutes were read and approved. Lisa Mangus gave the Treasurer’s report. Ohio Holstein Women purchased large, sturdy chairs for the Holstein office board room.

A motion was made to pay all bills.

Lisa Mangun said there are still many cookbooks as well as other Holstein items for sale at the office. There was discussion about ideas for sale of the remaining cookbooks. It was suggested the sale items be pictured in the magazine and on Face Book for sale with a shipping and handling charge so they could be mailed to buyers. Lisa said she would handle the orders as they came into the office. The ads will run in the Membership and Fall issues of the Ohio Holstein News.

It was also suggested we might produce an online version of the cookbook for sale through an app. We also discussed an addition to the current cookbook.

There was already work done toward that several years ago but the printing cost at that time was prohibitive. Louise Harding said she would check with another printer about cost. These recipes could also be included in a Women’s page in the magazine.

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dling the Ohio Holstein website and Face Book to inform the members. 2) Queen committee for the next year is Emma Matthew, Allison Mangun with the committee to choose a third member. We suggested the current Ohio Holstein Women president serve as advisor. 3) Woman of the Year committee will be Jane Moff, Kathy Johnson, and Becky McDonnell.

4) Julie Renner reported three applicants for the scholarship. She made a pdf file that the applicants could fill out on line.

She sends it Pete for the website and Face Book and usually to ATI and main campus of OSU and Wilmington College. A check for $650 will be presented to the winner at the dinner meeting. 4) Diana Miley and Lisa Mangun cleaned the back room of the office and organized the con-

tents. Louise Harding and Sara Twining plan to meet there to inventory the OHW items for sale. 5) Julie Renner suggested the Ohio Holstein Women pay for the office carpet to be cleaned.

Woman of the Year was Diana Miley.

The Ohio Women’s Scholarship winner was Macy Conrad from District 5. Ohio Holstein Queen is Victoria Deam from District 3.

The new Ohio Holstein News editor, Melissa Hart, joined us. She was very helpful, as was former editor Jackie Bickel, as we discussed plans for an OHW page for the future. Former OHW president Kathy (Whiteleather) Johnson wrote one each issue. Louise Harding and Sara Twining will work on this this year. We’ll include recipes from the members.

New business: Julie Renner reminded us that Ohio is slated to hold the National Holstein Convention in 2021. Please be looking for ideas for the women’s tour day. Also 2020 is Ohio Holstein Association’s 100th anniversary. Are there some ideas for how to celebrate? Make it two special years in a row.

Election of Officers: President Louise Harding, Vice-president Becky Mc Donnell, Treasurer Lisa Mangun, Secretary Sara Twining.

These District 7 ladies served up the meal on Friday evening of the OHA Convention at the Ohio Holstein Office. From Left: Debbie Gilbert, Diana Miley, Kaye Janes, Lisa Mangun, Amy Lingle & Barb Sprunger.

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Salted Butterscotch Pudding Pretzel Cookies

Submitted by Louise Harding

Top left: Queen Victoria Deam was put to work quickly as she helped with the Ohio Women’s fundraiser auction.

Top right: Macy Conrad, New Holland, was the winner of the Ohio Holstein Women’s Scholarship

Queen Candidate Courtney Lund helped display the auction items during the Ohio Holstein Women’s Fundraising auction at the conclusion of the OHA annual meeting.

2 ½ C Flour 1 ½ tsp baking soda ½ tsp salt 1 C butter, soften ¾ C granulated sugar ¾ C packed brown sugar 1 box (4 serving size) butterscotch instant pudding and pie filling mix 2 eggs 1 tsp vanilla 2 C mini pretzel twists, coarsely crushed 1 C semisweet chocolate chips ½ C milk chocolate toffee bits 1 tsp coarse sea salt Heat oven to 350 degrees. In medium bowl, mix dry ingredients and set aside.

In large bowl, beat butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar until fluffy. Beat in dry pudding mix, beat in eggs one at a time, just until smooth. Stir in vanilla. On low speed, beat flour mixture into sugar mixture until well blended. Stir in crushed pretzels, chocolate chips and toffee bits until blended. Drop dough by rounded tablespoonfuls about 2 inches apart onto ungreased cookie sheet. Sprinkle each cookie lightly with coarse salt. Bake 9 – 11 minutes or until light brown. Cool 2 minutes, remove from cookie sheet to cooling rack. Cool completely, about 15 minutes. Store covered in airtight container at room temperature.

Apple Pecan Cupcakes Submitted by Sara Twining

1 egg 1 Tsp Vanilla 2/3 C. Apple Juice 1C finely chopped apple ½ C raisins ½ C finely chopped pecans 1 C butterscotch chips

Makes 18 Cupcakes 2 C. Flour 1 Tsp Cinnamon 1 Tsp Nutmeg ½ tsp Baking Soda ½ tsp Salt 1 C Brown Sugar ½ soft butter The Ohio Holstein Convention Woman’s Fundraising auction raised a total of $2,225 from the donated items sold. A special thank you to those who donated items for the auction: Whiteleather Farms, Julie Renner, All-American Dairy Show, Udderly Smooth, District 2, District 3, District 5, District 7, District 8, District 10, District 14

Sift the dry ingredients together. Beat the brown sugar, butter, egg and vanilla together. Add dry ingredients and juice alternately to the butter mixture until just mixed. Do not overbeat.

Fold in aple, raisins, pecans and butterscotch chips. Spoon into prepared muffin cups. Bake at 350 degrees for 25 minutes.

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Spark of Generosity for OSU Dairy Judging Program

By Bonnie Ayars Earlier in the winter, COBA offered the donation of an ET calf to the Buckeye Classic Sale, held at the Spring Dairy Expo, to raise some additional funds for the Ohio State University Dairy Judging Program.

With this spark of generosity, we are proud to announce that more than $19,000 has been raised to assist in the various traveling expenses associated with the program.

It was cleverly titled the "Clipboard Project." Interested donors could either give to the future of the program through $100 investment/donor shares and others could still bid last on the calf at the sale during Spring Dairy Expo. More than 100 donors and advocates came forth to display their support. However since the sale when the calf was auctioned off at $8500, we have been approached by more people and businesses who would like to contribute.

The opportunity to give remains open. Those wishing to contribute are welcome to contact me at ayars.5@osu.edu.

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Left to right: John and Bonnie Ayars (buyers), Julie Ziegler and Ken Janes of COBA/ Select, judging team representative Lexie Nunes at the halter, and Paul Detwiler of ST Genetics (buyers). In the box, Ray Jackson, pedigrees and Seth Andrews, auctioneer.

ing alums) for "affirming your friendship" to and for the dairy judging program.

As we look to the future, you will continue to be recognized and appreciated in some unique and clever ways!

Celebrating

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Grand-dam: Ray-Jo Jordan Sassy EX-92

Sasha’s Recent Successes 2017 Spring Dairy Expo Red & White Show • 1st Jr. and 2nd Open Sr. 3-Year-Old • Res. Intermediate Champion 2016 Mideast Fall Red & White Show • 1st Jr. Sr. 2-Year Old • Reserve Intermediate Champion

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Index of Advertisers ADA Mideast.............................. 41 Agri-King...................................... 21 Andrews Auctioneer..................5 Beardsley’s Registered Holsteins.................................. 28 Cargill............................................ 34 COBA/Select Sires..................... 60 Commodity Blenders.............. 29 Commodity Specialists........... 44 Computermixx.......................... 29 Dairy Agenda Today................ 36 Eileen Lehman........................... 20 Farmers National Bank............ 48 Hardy’s Holsteins...................... 17 Harold’s Equipment................. 44 Jaloda Farm...................................8 Kidron Auction.......................... 44 Kiko Auctioneers....................... 20 Lowe & Young............................ 38 Meaden & Moore.........................9 Mennonite Mutual......................9 Miley Holsteins.......................... 17 Nationwide - Kim Davis.......... 21 Nationwide - Trent Insurance.18 New Horizon Farms................. 55 New Pittsburg Vet Clinic........ 54 Nor-J Farms....................................8

Oakfield Corners..........................7 Ohio Cattlemen’s Beef Assn..40 Ohio Holstein Assn................... 13 Ohio State ATI............................ 45 Pick of the Pack Sale...................3 Pine Tree Dairy........................... 19 Plain Knoll Holsteins...................2 Polchin Holsteins.........................9 Quality-Quest Holsteins......... 15 Quietcove Holsteins................ 47 R&P Kiko Family Farms............ 20 Ratta Applied Construction.. 56 Rohaven Holsteins................... 13 Silver Creek Dairy..................... 57 Spike Rentals.............................. 44 ST Genetics................................. 59 Stein-Way Equipment............. 35 Sunrose Holsteins..................... 25 Ten-Penny Holsteins...................6 Topp-View................................... 58 Triple T Health.................. 30 & 31 U-Dean Farm.................................5 Wenger Sharpening Service.22 WG Dairy Supply....................... 46 Whiteleather Holsteins........... 39

Calendar of Events April 2017 22 28

District III Holstein Club Annual Meeting at the First United Methodist Church in New Philadelphia, Ohio. The meal will be held at 12:00 noon, with the business meeting to follow.

Pick of the Pack Sale @ 7:00 pm, Mercer 4-H Park, Mercer, PA

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The Best of Triple-T & Heath 2nd Edition Sale, Marysville, OH Sunrose Holsteins Sale, Millersburg, IN

May 2017

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District III in Sidney, OH. Leslie Maurice @ lmaurice@selectsires.com Indiana State Holstein Show, Columbia City, Indiana District3ShowatTuscarawasCountyFairgrounds,NathanSteel330-2600626, nathansteel08@gmail.com & Jared Harding, show chairman 19 District 5 at Circleville (Pickaway County Fair) Tom Blue 740-207-6235 24 District 1 & 2 Show at Columbiana County Fairgrounds, Steve Moff 330482-9018, smouric@aol.com 28-July 1 National Holstein Convention, Bellevue, Washington

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District 15, 10:00 am at Clinton County Fairgrounds, Wilmington, Ohio.

Jackie Bickel, moocows@fuse.net District 9 at Crawford County Fair in Bucyrus, Joe Cole, 740-396-0434 District 14 at Shelby County Fair, Eric Topp 937-622-8363 District 12 at Auglaize County Fair, Lou Brown, 419-629-2570

August 2017 15 22

District 10 in Napoleon, Henry County Fairgrounds, Laurie Menzie 740624-6367 District 8 Lorian County Fair in Welington, Patrick Twining 440-4297273

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