February/March 2009 by Pacific Showcase Magazine

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FEATURES: New Livestock Tax on the Horizon?..........................................................12 Food Borne Salmonella — What you need to know......................... 16-17 Risk Management..........................................................................................28 California State Fair DNA & Entry Information...................................29 How Do You Pick Forages?..........................................................................32 Telling Your Story — An Important Part of the Process .....................41 “Keep Showing” Part 2.................................................................................44 Market Goats — Fresh???............................................................................48

DEPARTMENTS: Subscription Form .......................................................................................22 2009 CJLA Sanctioned Show List..............................................................23 CJLA News......................................................................................................23 Livestock Industry News & Notes.............................................................25 Hot Shots.........................................................................................................30 Show Results.................................................................................34-36, 38-40 Breeder’s Directory......................................................................50-51, 54-55 Products and Services..................................................................................55 CJLA Membership Form..............................................................................57 Have You Been Reading?.............................................................................60 Upcoming Events...........................................................................................64 Advertiser’s Index.........................................................................................68

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editor You know how people always say at the beginning of a New Year, “time flies”, and “where did the year go”? Well, I have been doing a lot of that lately too. I can remember as a child, wondering when (or if) Christmas or Easter or my birthday would ever arrive. The days seemed to go by so slow! Now, they sail by, and I never have enough days to get everything done! Working with this magazine and the California Junior Livestock Association, I am constantly reminded of how “time has flown by”. I get subscriptions for the magazine and membership applications for the association from children of the people I grew up with. I know I don’t feel that old (or grown-up either!), but here we are with kids old enough to show!

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I had a discussion recently with some friends regarding how it was when we showed versus what it is like now. I remember hauling steers in racks in the back of the pickup – now we go down the road in state of the art aluminum trailers. Those old trucks didn’t have 2 seats, air conditioning, CD players, or TV’s either! We all packed in the front seat, rolled down the windows, and talked and laughed. If we were really riding high, we had a truck with a rear window slider, and we could open that up to reach in the truck bed for a cold drink from the ice chest! Show sticks were made of wood with a nail in the end, now they are lightweight with a variety of hooks, lengths, and colors. Curry combs were used to curl the hair in waves, and rice root brushes and scotch combs were the new thing! Blowers were huge but thankfully cattle weren’t bred for hair back then! Do you remember using Amway soap to bone legs? And then Wendy formulated leg wax in colors – we were all thrilled to use the newest thing! And then someone tried 3M adhesive and boy, the products took off from there. Now there is glue to comb through, and glue to hold, and glue in between, and glue in colors and paint to cover glue and sunburned hair. And that’s just for starters!

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Showing lambs in my day required hours of carding wool and blocking with hand shears. We sheared their backs and bellies to make them feel firm, and shaped their butts to make them look meaty. Then genetics got going and we started shearing the body and fitting the butts – that was an art to blend in the “pants” to make it look natural. Now you take it all off to show what the whole genetic package is.

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Hogs have gone from short to tall, thin to fat, lean muscle to lots of muscle to enough muscle. Wooden canes have been set aside for whips and fiberglass sticks.

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Grooming products have been formulated for all species to shine the hair, hold the hair, dye the hair, even straighten and grow the hair. There are products to sweat the neck, cool the neck, keep them covered, keep them cold, keep them calm, fill them up, keep them on feed. Feeds are formulated to start, grow, finish, add fat, take off fat, add shine, add muscle, add top, add pop.

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I could go on and on about how it was when we started as compared to how it is now. I can’t say we had it a lot harder, but it was probably simpler. We got an animal, got it broke, trained it to show, and worked on it the best we knew how. Then we were off to the county fair to show off our animal, hoping to do well and come home with a blue ribbon. There were no jackpots – the county fair was pretty much it for our show experiences.

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Youth exhibitors have so many opportunities today to learn about raising and showing their animals. It is exciting to watch the evolution of livestock raising and showing. When you think about it though, it still all comes down to hard work. You may have more tools, but you still have to do the work in order to have your end product turn out the way you want.

Time to Plan Ahead!

This has been fun to come up with “The way it was, and The way it is”. If you can think of more, send them in – I would love to hear your thoughts!

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I am constantly proud to see all the ways in which the agriculture community stands strong and positive in the face of the economic stress we are all currently facing. It is important that we all think positive and work together to keep moving forward in the right direction. Our youth are a positive force in our lives and I will be recognizing them in the next issue. The All Around Kids Feature highlights kids that are involved in raising animals and also are involved in sports. Look for the ad in this issue for details and then send in pictures and information on your All Around Kids. You can mail them in or email them to us.

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New Livestock Tax on the Horizon? By Kathleen Wood Vieira

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Late last year, the possibility of an EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) proposed new tax was headlined in both local and national news. The content of editorials and the brunt of jokes about belching bovines and flatulent hogs, it was the lively topic of coffee shop conversation and internet chat rooms across the nation. Scorned as a smoke screen by some and condemned by the National Farm Bureau, one thing is certain, there is much more to learn about this subject and about the EPA.

In 2007, the United States Supreme Court ruled that greenhouse gases from motor vehicles amounted to air pollution. If an “endangerment finding” is made, Title V of the Clean Air Act requires that any entity with the potential to emit more than 100 tons per year of a regulated pollutant must obtain a permit in order to continue to operate. According to United States Department of Agriculture figures, any farm or ranch with at least 25 dairy cows, 50 head of beef cattle or 200 hogs has the potential to release more than those 100 tons.

Proposed in 1970 by then president Nixon, the EPA is the agency that conducts environmental assessment, research and education. It has the primary responsibility for setting and enforcing national standards under a variety of environmental laws, in consultation with state, tribal and local governments.

So here is where the tax may come in. Figures calculated by the American Farm Bureau Federation claim that the minimum tax could reach $175 per dairy cow, $87.50 for a beef cow and about $20 for each hog. Everyone agrees that this has the potential to put many producers out of business.

The EPA employs 17,000 people in it’s headquarter offices, in 10 regional offices and 27 laboratories across the country. More than half of its staff is engineers, scientists and environmental protection specialists.

While the EPA briefly mentions “raising livestock” in its report on ways to regulate greenhouse gases under the provision of the Clean Air Act, they claim they are not proposing any type of livestock tax.

In July of 2008, the EPA issued an “advanced notice of proposed rulemaking” which called for public comment on the regulation of greenhouse gases.

The public comment ended on November 28th and according to officials, “The EPA is currently reviewing public comments and does not yet have a time frame for next steps.”

What is a greenhouse gas? Greenhouse gases trap heat in the earth’s atmosphere. They are essential for maintaining the current temperature of earth as we know it. Without them, the world would be a cold, uninhabitable place. However, with an excess, the temperature, theoretically, is said to rise. These principal gases are carbon dioxide, methane, nitrous oxide and

So what will the “next steps” be? Keep informed by keeping abreast of this hot topic. Check with officials of your local Farm Bureau, producers’ organizations, and keep an eye on the EPA at www.epa.gov

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Stanislaus County Fair (Turlock, CA) LEAD Scholarships Available! • Steer Show • Steer Showmanship • Bred & Owned Heifer Show • Bred & Owned Bull Show • Angus Days Jackpot Show • Owned Heifer Show • Heifer Showmanship • Final Showdown Showmanship (2 selected • Afternoon: CJAA Annual Meeting (with Officer Elections), to compete at the National Jr. Angus Show) followed by Potluck Bar-B-Q, Fun & Games • Entries Due May 10th • Late Entries ACCEPTED with a $15 charge.

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Idaho Foundation Hereford Sale, Idaho Junior Hereford Classic Show Set for March 28th The end of March signals Idaho’s Hereford Weekend which, this year, features the sixth annual Idaho Foundation Hereford Sale and the third annual Idaho Junior Hereford Classic Show. Both events take place on Saturday, March 28th, at the Canyon County Fairgrounds, Caldwell, Idaho.

(208) 495-1044. For further Idaho Junior Hereford Classic Show information, contact Scott and Kim Holt at (208) 459-2013, or kkholt1@msn.com.

The Idaho Hereford Breeders Association sponsors the Idaho Foundation Hereford Sale, while the Junior Classic is a production of the Idaho Junior Hereford Association.

Nessie Early Named National FFA Secretary

Junior heifer prospects will be a feature of the Idaho Foundation Hereford Sale, slated for 12 noon MST. Heifers purchased in this event and transferred to a junior at the clerk’s desk are automatically entered in the Junior Hereford Classic at no charge to the consignor or buyer.

The National FFA Organization welcomed Nessie Early as their new 2008-2009 National Secretary. The Cal Poly Animal Science sophomore from Shandon, CA was selected from a field of 38 candidates to hold a National FFA office. The organization includes more than 500,000 members across the United States, Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands.

The Idaho Junior Hereford Classic immediately follows the sale, and is scheduled to begin about 2:30 p.m. Prizes will be awarded for champion and reserve females; Gem State champions; bredand-owned champions; top-placing sale heifers; and showmanship. The Cowpokes Classic Junior Jackpot Show will also be held in conjunction with Hereford sale and show activities, and is scheduled for 12 noon, Sunday, March 29th.

As National FFA secretary, Early will be traveling to over 40 states to meet with key business leaders, government and educational organizations, and FFA chapters. Early will also participate in an international trip to Japan. She will be responsible for providing personal growth and leadership training for students, setting organizational policies and promoting advancements in the agricultural industry.

Early-bird entry fee for the Junior Hereford Classic is $20 if postmarked by March 16th. After that, entries are $30 per head and will be taken up to 9 a.m. show morning. For further information on the Idaho Foundation Hereford Sale, contact Mark Frisbie at (208) 890-4517 or Deb Jenksins at February/March 2009

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Friday, March 27th Sale cattle will be on display 6:30 p.m. — Banquet & Junior Auction Saturday, March 28th 10 a.m. — Foundation Show, followed by Futurity Show Noon — Foundation Sale 3:00 p.m. — Idaho Junior Hereford Classic Show For more information on the Foundation Sale, contact Mark Frisbie at (208) 890-4517

Excellent heifer prospects like last year's Champion and Reserve Champion will sell!

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The 3rd annual Idaho Junior Hereford Classic is open to all junior members. Heifers purchased by a junior member in the Foundation Sale are also eligible to show. Watch for entry forms soon! For more information, contact Scott or Kim Holt at (208) 459-2013, kkholt1@msn.com 15

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Food Borne Salmonella — What you need to know By H.J. Hamlen, DVM, MS, DACVPM

foods contaminated with animal feces. You may not see gross contamination of the food, because Salmonella is microscopic, so a small amount of unseen contamination can harbor large numbers of bacteria. Contaminated foods may look and smell normal. These foods are usually of animal origin, such as beef, poultry, milk, or eggs, or they can be vegetables (recently chili peppers) that may have been grown in soil contaminated by animal feces or irrigated by contaminated water. THOROUGH COOKING KILLS SALMONELLA. However, even if thoroughly cooked, the food can be re-contaminated by a food handler who has not washed their hands after using the restroom or handling uncooked food. You should avoid cross-contamination when handling food by keeping uncooked meats separate from produce and cooked foods. Hands, cutting boards, counters, and utensils should be washed thoroughly after touching uncooked foods.

What is Salmonella? Salmonella is a group of bacteria that can cause diarrheal disease in people and other animals. It is carried in the intestinal tract and passed in the animal feces (people, livestock, pets, birds, and reptiles, among others). There are many different kinds of Salmonella and it has been known to cause illness for over 100 years. It is estimated that salmonellosis causes 1.4 million illnesses and 600 deaths annually in the U.S. The bacteria are named after the American scientist (Dr. Salmon), who discovered it. Current Salmonella Outbreak As of January 28: The outbreak of Salmonella infection began in September 2008 and is ongoing. The multi-state outbreak has sickened 529 people in 43 states and may have contributed to the deaths of eight. Ages of those affected range from less than 1 to 98 years of age, with a mean of 16 years of age. This means that 50% of those affected are less than 16 years of age, with 21% being under 5 years of age. Many (22%) have required hospitalization. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) began analyzing the situation as soon as the increase in cases was noted by national surveillance systems. Scientists and health care providers had to compare the foods eaten by those that became ill with those that remained healthy to determine suspect foods. This is a difficult task as food questionnaires require that people remember what and where they ate for up to a week before the illness began. The lists of suspect foods is then compared amongst regions experiencing the outbreak and suspect foods that appear most frequently on the lists are investigated. Food safety workers at the local, regional, state, and national levels team up to determine the suspect food as quickly as possible so that it can be recalled from the marketplace, and the public can be warned to avoid its consumption.

Salmonella in Pets Salmonella can also be found in the feces of some pets, especially those with diarrhea. The pet may shed the organism but appear healthy. People can become infected if they do not wash their hands after contact with pets or pet feces. Reptiles (turtles, snakes, lizards) are particularly likely to harbor Salmonella, as are chicks and young birds. Hand washing is the key! I remember hearing of one case where the family lizard was allowed to play in the bathtub. The infection was inadvertently passed to an infant who was later bathed in the tub. Remember that the young, elderly, those ill with chronic conditions such as diabetes, or people with HIV or those taking chemotherapy, are at a higher risk of contracting the infection.

The current outbreak was linked to a specific brand (King Nut) of peanut butter. There were 16 clusters of the infection reported in schools and institutions (hospitals and long-term care facilities) in 5 states and the King Nut brand of peanut butter was present in all facilities. Salmonella was cultured from both opened and unopened jars in several states. The manufacturer and the government implemented steps to protect public health and stop the outbreak. The Georgia plant that produced the product has stopped production and recalled all products produced since January 1, 2007. There are over 180 peanut containing products under recall, and a list can be found on the FDA website.

Pets may be fed treats or food that is contaminated. The January 15 Veterinary Practice News featured an article highlighting this point. According to Dr. Carr, “Rawhide and pig ears can harbor Salmonella. In one outbreak it was shown that contact with the treats or pets that consumed them was responsible for human salmonellosis. Of 94 pig ear samples obtained from retail outlets, 51 percent harbored Salmonella. Salmonella was found in other treats as well, including beef hoof, braided chews and similar products.” There is a worrisome trend towards feeding raw meat to pets. The Canadian Veterinary Journal reported in 2002 that 30 percent of dogs fed a biologically appropriate raw food diet were shedding Salmonella, and 80 percent of the food samples were positive! Basic food safety measures of thoroughly cooking meat should pertain to pets and people alike.

Clinical Features/Signs and Symptoms in People

Salmonella in Livestock

Most persons infected with Salmonella develop diarrhea, fever, and abdominal cramps 12–72 hours after infection. Infection is usually diagnosed by culture of a stool sample. The illness usually lasts 4 to 7 days. Although most people recover without treatment, severe infections may occur. Infants, elderly persons, and those with impaired immune systems are more likely than others to develop severe illness. When severe infection occurs, Salmonella may spread from the intestines to the bloodstream and then to other body sites and can cause death unless the person is treated promptly with antibiotics.

Livestock, like other animals, may carry Salmonella in their intestinal tracts. Although it is more likely to be shed by animals with diarrhea, the animal may appear healthy. There is an on-going scientific debate regarding the use of sub-therapeutic (low dose) antimicrobials to promote growth in livestock, and also the use of therapeutic antimicrobials to treat illness in livestock. There is concern that the use of these drugs may foster strains of Salmonella that are resistant to treatment with that antimicrobial. Then if the infection is passed to people the agent is resistant to the lifesaving drugs that are used by the medical doctors. This could put someone’s life in danger. Veterinarians and producers should always follow regulations regarding what drugs are approved for use in food-producing animals.

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To determine whether a product has been recalled, consumers can search the list of recalled products at the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) website or telephone the company that distributed the product at the phone number on the package.

For consumers of peanut products Consumers who have recalled products in their homes should discard those products.

Consumers without internet access can telephone 1-800-CDCINFO (1-800-232-4636), 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, for product recall information from the FDA website and for other information on salmonellosis.

Consumers also should avoid eating products made with peanut butter or peanut paste if they are unsure whether these products have been recalled. National brands of jarred peanut butter sold in grocery stores have not been implicated in this outbreak.

Persons who think they might have become ill from eating peanut butter orpeanut-containing products should consult their healthcare providers.

Consumers with pets should know that some pet foods and pet treats may contain peanut butter, including dog biscuits and bird food. If you have a recalled pet product in your household, do not feed it to your pet or other animals.

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Please read over the 2009 CJLA SANCTIONED SHOW LIST in this issue for the updated show list. The following changes have been made to the list. Surfside Classic in Del Mar and AV Classic Meat Goat Show in Lancaster have canceled their shows for 2009. The Valley Classic Boer Goat Show & Meat Goat Jackpot will again be held this year. It is 2 sanctioned meat goat shows and will be held in Stockton. See the advertisement in this issue for details on the show. The Southwest Regional Hereford Show has a new location and contact person for 2009. The show will be held at the Lambert Ranch in Oroville. Contact Carrie Morrell at (530) 934-2047 for more information.

We are again offering complete A & B show format for all species. Enter either show or enter both shows, your choice. The Jr. Livestock shows are CJLA sanctioned for all species and the Dairy Goat show is sanctioned by ADGA.

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2009 CJLA SANCTIONED SHOWS Sierra Winter Classic................................................................................. Steer, Heifer Pork Spectacular...................................................................................................... Hog Red Wave Classic................................................ Steer, Heifer, Lamb, Hog, Meat Goat Western Bonanza – (2 Shows)............................ Steer, Heifer, Lamb, Hog, Meat Goat Orange Blossom Klassic.................................................................... Lamb, Meat Goat Pacific Coast Top Gun Show – (2 Shows) ......................................... Lamb, Meat Goat Cattlemen’s Jackpot................................................................................... Steer, Heifer Great Western..................................................... Steer, Heifer, Lamb, Hog, Meat Goat Pacific Coast Jackpot Of Gold – (2 Shows) ....... Steer, Heifer, Lamb, Hog, Meat Goat Grand National................................................... Steer, Heifer, Lamb, Hog, Meat Goat ***Just Added****Valley Classic Boer Goat Show (2 Shows)......... Meat Goat Barale/Sunglo “Circle Of Champions”-Chico............................Lamb, Hog, Meat Goat Santa Barbara Fair & Expo – (2 Shows)............ Steer, Heifer, Lamb, Hog, Meat Goat Monterey Bay Classic......................................... Steer, Heifer, Lamb, Hog, Meat Goat MJC Showmaster Classic.............................................................................Lamb, Hog Calif. Jr. Angus State Field/Day & Preview Show...............................................Heifer Calif. Jr. Charolais Assn. Field/Day & Show.......................................................Heifer Golden Empire Open Jr Show............................ Steer, Heifer, Lamb, Hog, Meat Goat ****Canceled****Surfside Classic................ Steer, Heifer, Lamb, Hog, Meat Goat Southwest Regional Hereford Show....................................................................Heifer Surf N Turf Jackpot Show......................................................Steer, Heifer, Lamb, Hog Calif. Jr. Limousin Show & Field/Day..................................................................Heifer ****Canceled****AV Classic Meat Goat Show......................................Meat Goat Spotlight On Quality Jr. Shorthorn Show...........................................................Heifer Northern Exposure Jr. Cattle Show – (2 Shows)...................................... Steer, Heifer Cnpha Hereford Classic Jr. Jackpot Show...........................................................Heifer Angus Days............................................................................................................Heifer Holiday Classic – (2 Shows)....................................................................... Steer, Heifer

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project like this with a world agricultural news leader like DroversCattleNetwork. Becker said “Drovers Cattlenetwork has long been aware of the management challenges associated with fly control and we are delighted to partner with Bayer Healthcare to bring an important new resource to the cattle industry.”

The Fly Control Center (www.flycontrolcenter.com) is already one of the largest repositories for fly control information on the internet, housing nearly 16,000 documents including news and information on fly species, treatment methods, prevention and the effective and responsible used of insecticides. New information is being added several times per week.

Frikins, talking about a special added service of the Fly Control Center, said the Fly Control Store gives consumers a convenient way to purchase insecticides, bait blocks, fly and tick sprays and other products. “They can tour the web site to learn more about the science of fly control and immediately take the necessary steps they need to help combat the problem.”

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American Shorthorn Association Announces Summer 2009 Internship American Shorthorn Association: Internship, 8288 Hascall Street, Omaha, NE 68124.

The American Shorthorn Association (ASA) is seeking individuals interested in a full-time paid summer internship. The intern will assist with programs of the ASA and junior activities including the planning and execution of the 2009 National Junior Shorthorn Show and Youth Conference.

The mission of the ASA is to contribute to the profitability and quality of life of its members and their customers by maintaining, protecting the vulnerability and enhancing the value of the herd book and performance database for Shorthorn cattle. The ASA is headquartered in Omaha, Neb., and was founded in 1872 with herd book records going back to 1822. As one of the oldest American breed associations, the ASA provides services for more than 6,000 junior and senior members who register nearly 18,000 cattle annually. The American Junior Shorthorn Association promotes personal development through youth activities and educational events. The AJSA is dedicated to the betterment of its members, promotes valuable skills, and fosters friendships that will last a lifetime. To learn more, contact the ASA office or visit www.shorthorn.org.

Applicants should be a sophomore, junior, or senior in college and have an interest in working in an agriculture-related field after college. Located at the ASA headquarters in Omaha, Neb. beginning in May and running through July, the intern will assist with the daily in-office preparations for various ASA activities, correspondence, communications, as well as other work as assigned. Computer skills and experience with communications and agriculture are desired. More information can be found at www.shorthorn.org or by contacting Julie Blunier, 402.660.9049 or julie@shorthorn.org. Interested applicants should send a cover letter, resume, and three references by March 2 to the

American Shorthorn Association Offers Scholarships for Junior Shorthorn Breeders freshman who is an active AJSA member with a sincere interest in learning how to evaluate livestock and an appreciation for the purebred livestock industry.

The American Shorthorn Association (ASA) and the Shorthorn Foundation are now accepting applications for the Scholarships available to American Junior Shorthorn Association (AJSA) members. The ASA and the Foundation find offering college support to the youth of the association greatly important as they are the future of the industry and the Shorthorn breed.

AJSA members are eligible to apply for three different college scholarships: Mike Dugdale Memorial Scholarship, John C. “Jack” Ragsdale Scholarship, and Don Longley Memorial Scholarships.

Applications for the scholarships are available at www.shorthorn.org or by contacting the ASA at 877.272.0686. Please send completed applications to The American Shorthorn Association, Attn: Scholarship Application, 8288 Hascall Street, Omaha, NE 68124 by May 1, 2009. All scholarship recipients will be announced during the 2009 National Junior Shorthorn Show and Youth Conference.

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Risk Management By Karol Aure-Flynn

businesses manage their marketing and sales plans carefully. The livestock sectors are expected to have a slow recovery from a painful period of steep operational losses based on 71 percent increase in feed expenses over the last three years. While the final market price for your project may not be perfectly correlated with market livestock, the range of factors that affected agricultural markets discussed in November’s issues continue to influence prices.

There are a number of goals associated with your livestock project. While animal husbandry, business enterprise experience, and personal growth may be on the list, profitability should also be there. You may feel afloat in a sea of capital expenditures and operating budgets – but the bottom line is the margin at the end of the project – the difference between your costs and price upon execution of the exit strategy.

While the value of the U.S. dollar, energy prices, changes in domestic and foreign demand, and supply are still part of the equation, massive unrest in the equity markets and consumer confidence has shaken agriculture markets. Ask yourself if your current marketing plan is vulnerable. Remember that the relationship between today’s cash price and future prices fluctuate for various reasons.

Operating budget first. At any scale, it is imperative that you know your costs and carefully consider the price risk that impacts the cost of goods sold. Volatility has been an increasing challenge in recent years. Measured as the standard deviation of price movement, there has been a continuous upward trend over the last two decades. In other words, grain prices have seen higher highs and lower lows over shorter periods of time, which is tough on the best laid plans.

Other considerations are the various stakeholders in your successful enterprise. Did you finance the project? What does your performance mean to the reputation of your breeder, advisor, your program, or to future projects? What products are you expected to provide to the customer? Consider carefully the change in personal wealth that your customer base may have experienced during the current economic crisis. Is there a smaller pool of key customers out there that are willing to bid at the auction? Will customers be willing to split a livestock purchase or make smaller add-on donations as your project crosses the block? What actions can mitigate these risks? Know your customers and talk to them about what changes they expect for 2009. Your merchandising plans should be done in excruciating detail. Going into the auction unprepared is a poor gamble. There is great anticipation at the beginning of a new business project. Congratulations on your current endeavor, on your recent or planned livestock purchase, on the holiday jackpot accomplishments. Now is the opportunity to take a brutally honest assessment of your well laid plans, including a risk assessment. Farmers and ranchers have often said the way to make a small fortune in agriculture is to start with a large fortune. Take the time today to think seriously about risk and to formalize a risk management plan. Stay close to your banker, advisors, customers, and then get the work done every day so you get good results.

Source: CME Consider your options. Is there a risk that feed prices will change during the length of your project? Despite the downward price movement of feed grains in late 2008, are your feed grain suppliers still working with higher priced inventory? Can you forecast with reasonable certainty the total variable costs going into your project of feed, medicines, professional services, labor? What plans could mitigate these risks? Is it possible to forward contract for the needed feed grain of specified quality or ration? Are there other opportunities to lock in your expectations, or to manage some portion of this risk?

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2009 California State Fair Show Information Livestock

Fur & Feathers

(schedule subject to change)

Junior Livestock (Beef, Sheep, Swine & Market Goats) August 20-25 Includes: Market and Breeding Species Show, Western Regional Junior Montadale Show, Western Regional Junior Suffolk Show, 4-H and FFA Market Goat Show, Western Regional Junior Southdown Sheep Show, Junior Wether Dam/Wether Sire, Western Regional Junior Hampshire Sheep Show, Western Regional Junior Dorset Show

Junior and Open Dairy Cattle & Dairy Goats, Junior Pygmy Goats & Nigerian Dwarf Goats August 26-30 Includes: Holstein Show, Western National Brown Swiss Show, All California Jersey Show, Western National Guernsey Show, All California Milking Shorthorn Show, Golden State Alpine Specialty Show, National Nigerian Dwarf Goat Show

Open Beef I, Angora Goats, Jr. & Open Boer Goats & Open Pygmy Goats Aug. 31 - September 3 Includes: Angus Show, Hereford Classic, Western Region Brangus Classic, P.A.C.E. Shorthorn Show, Medal of Excellence Limousin Show, All Other Breeds & Performance Bulls and Cattlemen’s Day on September 2nd. ABGA & IBGA Boer Goat Shows.

Open Beef II, Open Sheep, Open Swine & Llama Show September 4-7 Includes: Western Regional Ankole-Watusi Show, Wether Dam/Wether Sire Sheep Show, World Qualifier Texas Longhorn Show, Western Regional Hampshire Show, Western Regional Oxford Show, Western Regional Suffolk Show, Western Regional Southdown Show, Western Regional Open Dorset Show, Heritage Breeds Sheep Show.

Entry Deadlines

All Junior Livestock Entries Due........July 10 All Open Livestock Entries Due........ July 17

Market animal DNA COLLECTION Process Allows Junior Exhibitors to Collect Their First Samples Exhibitors wishing to enter their market animals (including market steers, market sheep, market hogs and market goats) in the Junior Livestock show at the 2009 State Fair must first register for the DNA Reservation and Collection online at www.bigfun.org. Upon registration, the exhibitor will receive a collection kit to be used for the hair sample collection process. NO Market Animal will be eligible for official entry unless this sample is obtained and an official Market Registration Form has been completed. All samples will be collected by the exhibitor and a parent or leader (NO EXCEPTIONS). Your cancelled check and/or postage receipt will serve as your receipt. You will not receive notification from the California State Fair upon receipt of your sample. PLEASE NOTE: This process does not enter your animal into the 2009 California State Fair, it is only a part of the necessary requirements you will need for the market division. All animals are required to be officially entered by the owner, pay the entry fee and do so by the official entry deadline July 10, 2009. Failure to comply with the following deadlines shall result in disqualification for competition in the 2009 California State Fair. The deadlines for requesting kits and returning completed samples are as follows: MARKET BEEF DEADLINE FOR REQUESTING A KIT FOR DELIVERY VIA STANDARD US POSTAL MAIL – April 15, 2009 COMPLETED SAMPLE HAIR COLLECTION -April 23, 2009 (must be in the State Fair entry office by 4:00 P.M.) MARKET SHEEP, MARKET SWINE AND MARKET GOATS DEADLINE FOR REQUESTING A KIT FOR DELIVERY VIA STANDARD US POSTAL MAIL – June 15, 2009 COMPLETED SAMPLE HAIR COLLECTION -- June 23, 2009 (must be in the State Fair entry office by 4:00 P.M)

ENTRY DEADLINES First day to submit entries....... May 1 Junior Rabbits . ..................... July 10 Junior Poultry . ...................... July 10 Avian & Rabbit Bowl ............. July 10 Premier Exhibitor .................. July 10 Junior & Open Cavies............ July 24 Open Rabbits ....................... July 24 Open Poultry ....................... July 24 Cavy Bowl . ........................... July 24 County Fair Best of Show ......................August 4 Cornish Meet.....................August 18 FUR & FEATHERS SHOW DATES All Junior Market Classes . .............. August 19 Junior Rabbits . ........... August 20-23 Junior Poultry . ............ August 24-27 Junior & Open Cavies... August 28-30 County Fair Best of Show Small Animal Showmanship ...... August 29 Open Rabbits....... August 31-Sept. 3 Open Poultry ..................... Sept. 4-7 Exotic Birds ..................... Sept. 4-7 DOG SHOW Dog Entries Due.................... July 10 Dog Show Dates............... August 23 Canine Bowl..................... August 23

For additional information, contact us at: entryoffice@calexpo.com Or Write: California State Fair Livestock Department P.O. Box 15649, Sacramento, CA 95852 (916) 263-3149 Phone (916) 263-7914 Fax February/March 2009

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How Do You Pick Forages? By Jed Asmus, M.S.

high. However, straw will more commonly have 10% protein, 60% NDF, 12% lignin, 0.3% Calcium and 2.0% Potassium but the Net Energy will run around 0.35 Mcal/lbs. Comparing the two, alfalfa is a more complete forage base for your ruminant diet than straw. So here’s the answer: If you compare the forage to the animal’s requirements, the forage that provides more of the needed nutrients is likely the better choice.

In the last article, we discussed the role of forages in the ruminant diet. In this article, we will discuss how to pick or buy your forages to fit your need. First of all, let’s review the key points from the last article: •

Forages play a physical role in the rumen, acting as a stabilizer to control the rate of digestion.

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Forages function as a carbohydrate source. The rumen is very effective at digesting the various carbohydrates found in forages.

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Forages also carry many secondary nutrients like starch, protein, vitamins and minerals.

Before you buy though, you have to ask yourself what else you plan on feeding. If you have access to corn, which provides starch you would have a complementary feed for your alfalfa. However if you bought straw then you will need more than corn to complete your ration. The straw is lower in protein and would require you to use commodities like soybean, canola or distillers grain to increase the dietary protein along with rolled corn to increase the energy content of the diet.

So how do you pick out your forages? Before we go through how to pick out your forages, let’s rule out the most common way as the method not to use. Total Digestible Nutrients (TDN) is often used to classify and compare different forages. TDN is calculated from the Digestible Energy of a feed. If you think back to our article on energetics, you will remember that in the process of digesting food to energy there are many different steps in which energy is wasted. After Digestible Energy, we still have gas and urine losses before we determine the Net Energy of a feed. Net Energy is the portion of the feed that is available for the animals to use. Given that TDN doesn’t account for some of the energy loss, it often over estimates the value of feed.

This brings me to the third question…. How much to spend??? The easy way to answer this question is to look at the total ration cost per day. If you formulate your ration to meet the desired nutrient specifications and it is cheaper with the alfalfa than the straw, then you buy the alfalfa. The reason for this is because regardless of which forage you buy, your animal needs a certain amount of nutrients each day. If you find a forage that contributes more nutrients to the ration, then you will have to buy less commodities, decreasing the total ration cost. Quality or Quantity? By now, you should know how to answer this question. If you can answer the previous 3 questions, you will have realized that the answer is neither. Regardless of your two options (Quality or Quantity), your animal still has the same requirement and you are going to have to provide the nutrients from somewhere. Based upon the cost of the forage and its nutrient composition, you will determine if the forage in question is the correct choice or not.

Now that we can forget about TDN, let’s talk about your forages. Before you buy your forages think about what you are buying them for by asking your self some questions. •

Is the forage the primary portion of your diet?

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What else are you going to feed?

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How much should you spend per ton?

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Do you want to focus on quality or quantity?

Unlike simple stomached animals, ruminants have a requirement for forages. However, not all forages are created equal. Understanding how and why they differ will enable you to buy the correct forages for your need. Once you understand how forages differ, you can use the nutrient composition to determine which forage to buy and ensure you get the most return for your dollar.

Now let’s try to answer the questions: If the forage is going to be the primary portion of your diet you need to find a forage that will provide a high proportion of all the nutrients your animal needs. Alfalfa, for example, can have 22% protein, 35% NDF, 6% lignin, and 1.5% Calcium, and 2.5% Potassium. Given all the nutrients in alfalfa you need to evaluate them for quality. If we measured the Net Energy of the alfalfa I described, it could run close to 0.66 Mcal/lbs, which is extremely

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Champion Hereford Heifer Shown by Kyra Grant - Fort Sumner, NM

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Champion Hereford Steer Shown by Amy Henline - Casper, WY

Champion Limousin Steer Shown by Corbin Crenshaw - Levalland, TX

Champion Shorthorn Steer Shown by Shelby Crane - Aztec, NM

Reserve Champ Shorthorn Steer Shown by Lauren Sheive - Elgin, OK

Champion Prospect Feeder Steer Shown by Hannah Woehlecke - Red Rock, AZ

Reserve Champ Prospect Feeder Steer Shown by Mack Ellis - Gilbert, AZ

Champion Prospect Market Steer Shown by Garrett Lochner - Tucson, AZ

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Grand Champion Market Hog Shown by Tanner Gettman - Gill, CO

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December 27, 2008 - January 1, 2009 â&#x20AC;˘ Phoenix, AZ

Grand Champion Duroc Hog Shown by Jenna Murray - Fletcher, OK

Reserve Champion Duroc Hog Shown by Hailey Kogianes - Pinedale, WY

Grand Champion Hampshire Hog Shown by Zoe Walker - Roswell, NM

Champion Other Dark Purebred Hog Shown by Harry Davis - Moriarty, NM

Res. Champ Other Dark Purebred Hog Shown by Tanner Gettman - Gill, CO

Champion Other Light Purebred Hog Shown by Benjamin Campbell - Las Cruces, NM

Grand Champion Yorkshire Hog Shown by Payson Ham - Sahuarita, AZ

Reserve Champion Yorkshire Hog Shown by Madison Langemeier - Marion, TX

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Grand Champion Commercial Lamb Shown by Amy Hanks Templeton, CA

Shown by Kamden Urban Roosevelt, OK

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Reserve Champion Commercial Lamb

Shown by Jessica Burson Roswell, NM

Shown by Daphne Norman Oakhurst, CA

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Champion Crossbred & AOB Steer Exhibited by Stormie McClurg - Tulia, TX

Reserve Champion Hereford Heifer Exhibited by Graysen Gilbraith Sonoita, AZ

Shown by Courteney Walker Roswell, NM

Reserve Champion Crossbred & AOB Steer Exhibited by Kailey Lemmeyer Levelland, TX

Reserve Champion Angus Steer Exhibited by Jessica Lewis - Mesa, AZ

Reserve Champion Hampshire Hog Exhibited by Amber Layne - Modesto, CA

Reserve Champion Limousin Steer Exhibited by Lauren Sheive - Elgin, OK

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Champion Maine-Anjou Steer Exhibited by Maci Hullinger - Harris, MO

Shown by Kersten Criddle Alpine, TX

Reserve Champion Maine-Anjou Steer Exhibited by Katy Satree - Montague, TX

Reserve Champion Other Light Purebred Hog Exhibited by Cody McDougald - Friant, CA Champion Crossbred Hog Exhibited by Tanner Gettman - Gill, CO

Reserve Champion Crossbred Hog Exhibited by Cody Holmes - Lebo, KS

Reserve Champion White Face Lamb Exhibited by Lane Trautwein - Falun, KS

Reserve Champion Southdown & Cheviot Lamb Exhibited by Hannah Woehlecke - Red Rock, AZ

Champion Black Face Lamb Exhibited by Kamden Urban - Roosevelt, OK

Champion Natural Color Lamb Exhibited by Jessica Burson - Roswell, NM

Grand Champion Ewe Exhibited by Shelbi Kautz - Kingsburg, CA

Reserve Champion Black Face Lamb Exhibited by Jessica Burson - Roswell, NM

Reserve Champion Natural Color Lamb Exhibited by Heather Glass - Elgin, OK

Reserve Grand Champion Ewe Exhibited by Nicole Burch - Yucaipa, CA

Champion White Face Lamb Exhibited by Chelsea Head - Waynoka, OK

Champion Southdown & Cheviot Lamb Exhibited by Samantha Nystrom - Kirtland, NM

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Supreme Champion Market Hog Shown by Tom Johnson

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Supreme Champion Club Pig Shown by Cy Hawkins

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Grand Champion Purebred Market Hog Shown by Pfaff Swine Farm

Reserve Champion Purebred Market Hog Shown by Golden State Genetics

Supreme Champion Boar (Champion York) Shown by RNV Genetics

Reserve Supreme Champion Boar (Res. Ch. York) Shown by John Penner

Champion York Gilt Shown by Golden State Genetics

Reserve Champion York Gilt Shown by John Penner

Champion Hamp Boar Shown by Thane Egbert

Reserve Champion Hamp Boar Shown by Sheehan Farms

Champion Hamp Gilt Shown by Thane Egbert

Reserve Champion Hamp Gilt Shown by Sheehan Farms

Champion Duroc Boar Shown by Karthauser Durocs

Champion Duroc Gilt Shown by Jessica Taaning

Reserve Champion Duroc Gilt Shown by Modesto Junior College

Champion X-Bred Boar Shown by CSU Fresno

Champion X-Bred Gilt Shown by Posse Show Pigs

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October 18-19, 2008 • Orland, California

Supreme Champion Heifer, Show A Shown by Ashley Judge

Reserve Supreme Champion Heifer, Show A Shown by Casey Overmier

Supreme Champion Heifer, Show B Shown by Breanne Maggy

Reserve Supreme Champion Heifer, Show B Shown by Jordan Isaacs

Supreme Champion Steer, Show A Shown by Melanie Benjamin

Reserve Supreme Champion Steer, Show A Shown by Jacob Fincher

Supreme Champion Steer, Show B Shown by Austin Day

Reserve Supreme Champion Steer, Show B Shown by Owen MacFarlane

Jr. Showmanship Winner, Show A Shown by Jessica Judge

Int. Showmanship Winner, Show A Shown by Owen MacFarlane

Sr. Showmanship Winner, Ring A Shown by Eileen Whitcomb

Jr. Showmanship Winner, Show B Shown by Shannon Tower

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Int. Showmanship Winner, Show B Shown by Kallie Goss

Champion Angus Heifer, Show A - Shown by Ashley Cox Res. Champ Angus Heifer, Show A - Shown by Garrett Blanchard Champion Angus Heifer, Show B - Shown by Emily Piland Res. Champ Angus Heifer, Show B - Shown by Jessica Judge

Sr. Showmanship Winner, Ring B Shown by Breanne Maggy

• Champion Maine Heifer, Show A & B - Shown by Breanne Maggy • Res. Champ Maine Heifer, Show A - Shown by Ashley Cox • Res. Champ Maine Heifer, Show B - Shown by Hayley Beaty

Champ Hereford Heifer, Show A - Shown by Kallie Goss Res. Champ Hereford Heifer, Show A - Shown by Erica Bianchi Champ Hereford Heifer, Show B - Shown by Erica Bianchi Res. Champ Hereford Heifer, Show B - Shown by Kallie Goss

• Champion Limousin Heifer, Show A & B - Shown by Steven Pozzi • Res. Champ Limousin Heifer, Show A - Shown by Eileen Whitcomb • Res. Champ Limousin Heifer, Show B - Shown by Dylan Ridgeway

• Champ CharolaisHeifer, Show A & B - Shown by Casey Overmier • Res. Champ Charolais Heifer, Show A - Shown by Erica Bianchi Res. Champ Charolais Heifer, Show B - Shown by Brianna Boydstun

• Champion AOB Heifer Heifer, Show A - Shown by Marissa Menzes • Res. Champ AOB Heifer, Show A - Shown by Jordan Isaacs • Champion AOB Heifer, Show B - Shown by Jordan Isaacs Res. Champ AOB Heifer, Show B - Shown by Marcus Emmert

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Grand Champion Market Steer Shown by Mark Tobias

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Grand Champion Market Hog Shown by Avrie Hubbell

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Grand Champion Market Steer Shown by Layton Johns

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Grand Champion Market Hog Shown by Kyle Brem

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Grand Champion Meat Goat

Shown by Aly Fishbough

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February/March 2009

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Res. Grand Champion Market Steer Shown by Jessica Frost

Grand Champion Market Hog Shown by Chase Bowen

Res. Grand Champion Market Hog Shown by Samara Acosta

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Shown by Brianne Schwabauer

Shown by Filemon Ortega

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Telling Your Story – An Important Part of the Process Inspect their septic system at an estimated cost of $325.

By Casey Gudel

Sample and analyze groundwater from domestic wells, also estimated at a $325 cost.

Day after day elected officials are making decisions that will impact how you live your life, the type of education you or your children receive and the viability of businesses in your local communities.

If the septic system is found to be discharging waste and contaminating surface or groundwater quality, the system would require retrofitting at a cost of $45,000. When the same people who inspect systems are the ones contracted to retrofit them, who’s to say they wouldn’t find a problem just for a reason to replace it?

Whether it is a local land use issue that comes before your County Board of Supervisors or a piece of legislation that will place additional regulations on your farming operations – sharing your story on important issues carries weight with decision makers.

Landowners across the state agreed – the SWRCB would be better served to rewrite the regulations to focus on areas that were known to have impaired water. Putting requirements on families and businesses in optimum conditions was unnecessary and a poor use of resources.

Imagine your voice, expanded ten-fold when you join the effort of a group of individuals who share the same values, concerns and priorities. Just recently, the power of a group of individuals was realized when the State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) proposed regulations that would require every landowner in California to have their septic systems and groundwater tested.

In response, landowners took the time to tell their stories. They wrote letters to the SWRCB and turned out at workshops in record numbers – even causing the Fire Marshal to shut one down as the building overflowed with people.

The purpose of the original legislation was well intended. Passed in 2000, Assembly Bill 885 required the SWRCB to adopt regulations monitoring the discharges of waste that impaired or threatened to impair surface water or groundwater quality.

Their actions paid off – their voices were heard. The incredible response caused the SWRCB to reschedule workshops, postpone hearings and extend the comment period. While the fight is far from over – the SWRCB will be reviewing comments and redrafting the regulations.

According to the SWRCB – septic systems – which are found on virtually every rural property in California would be subject to the regulations.

Issues like this arise everyday. Don’t delay in becoming involved in the political process. Whether you take it upon yourself to tell your own story or join a trade organization to have a united voice – there is no better time than now.

There is no question that protecting our water from contamination is important. The water we use in our homes and businesses are important to us.

Remember, if you don’t tell your story, someone else will tell their version for you!

However, the widespread net cast over every landowner in California was inappropriate. Regardless of one’s vicinity to surface water, every landowner would have the minimum requirement, every five years to:

Time to mark your cal endars!!

Events include: •Leadership Conference • Various Contests • Steer Show •Owned Heifer Show • Bred & Owned Heifer Show • Bred & Owned Bull Show •Percentage Heifer Show • Workshops

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Champion 4-H Hamp, 2008 Mid State Fair. Exhibited by Kaylee Hook, Bred by Potter's Lamb Factory.

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"Keep Showing" Part 2

By Tracy L. Dendinger Once the lamb is on the stand, the head piece should be adjusted to a slightly lower position to accommodate a more comfortable position. If the lamb is not fighting, the head piece can be raised to a 90 degree, more correct position, but this should only be done when the lamb is comfortable and confident with the procedure. When all is settled, use the stand as a training tool. Set the lambs feet correctly on the corners of the lambs body. This will begin introducing the lamb to the practice of setting legs. If the lamb moves any leg, put it back. Legs should be placed diligently with purpose with either one or two hands. Legs should NOT be pulled on like a coyote – this is not how they will be shown. Again, when the lamb gains confidence, then add the showman to the stand. This person should use showmanship positions when handling the legs and head. Go over the top to set the opposite side back leg and front leg while holding the head with the opposite hand. Set the lamb as if you were in the show ring. This practice allows the lamb to be exposed to showmanship techniques while in a restricted area of the table. The techniques teach limits while building confidence in both the showman and the lamb.

So, you’re gonna keep showin? Then let’s get to work and it all starts at home. Because success has to have a foundation, some homework is necessary to inventory your program at home. You will need to seriously evaluate what you are and are not doing at home and how those things have either worked or not worked. Since there are many factors to consider in the whole program of exhibiting project lambs, we are going to stick to the directly related showing strategies.

Halter Breaking This is where it all starts, getting respect while eliminating the fight. Halter breaking should start shortly after weaning about 65 to 75 days of age and while at lighter weights. The breaking should start only after the lamb(s) have had ample time to adjust and acclimate to the new environment in your show pen after bringing them home. Begin by catching the lamb by using a hinged L gate or lambing gate to run the lamb into a corner, reducing the amount of ground they can cover to escape the catch. They also learn during this process that they cannot continue to run and become familiar with the process of gate cornering while learning boundaries. Once the lamb is caught, put the halter on; with the lead shank coming under the jaw to the left side of the sheep. Remove the lamb from the corner catch pen and tie (slip knot) them to a secure gate with no longer than 1 – 1 1/2 ft. of slack. Let them pull, fight, jump until they learn that to stand or step forward releases the pressure. At five minute intervals, approach the sheep, pet them, talk to them in order to briefly calm them. Do this for 2-3 minutes and then step away. NEVER leave a lamb unattended tied by a halter. It is very easy for them to hang themselves or get legs caught in the halter – trust me, this CAN HAPPEN! Each session should last approximately 15-20 minutes ever other day for the first week. The second week, repeat and maintain 20 minute sessions followed by small leading attempts within the pen. Do not take them out of their environment at this point until respect has been established and the lambs have some confidence. At the end of week and beginning of week three, the lambs are probably ready to lead out of the pen and should be pretty close to completely broke.

The stand should be utilized 3-4 days a week for at least one-half hour per session. Progress will be seen when the lamb stands quietly and correctly set with minimal need for legs being reset.

Ground Practice Following table time, the lambs should be ready for ground work. If the lamb is not quite ready, continue to work the stand until you feel a desirable level of respect and quietness is reach before moving to the ground. At this stage, we are virtually doing the same thing on the ground as we did on the stand. The work on the ground should be as similar to the work on the stand as possible. The lamb is familiar with the rules and limits on the table and the same should be established on the ground with similar consequences. Using a large mirror, set the lamb just as you would while showing. The initial exposure to the mirror will get a reaction from the sheep. Typically, they will lean away from the mirror; simply walk them toward the mirror with patience allowing the lamb to become accustom to their “new friend”. Use the mirror to get a visual of the rights and wrongs of your way of presenting the lamb. Evaluate the positives and negatives of both you and your lamb during the entire process. When you see something that does not look good, fix it. Make it look right with adjustments of pressure, position, and presentation. This is a system of experimentation and trial and error. Each of your show lambs will look differently and require different techniques to correct faults and emphasize positive attributes.

Handling note: Check under the jaw daily for irritation and soreness. If irritation exists, wrap the halter in vet wrap to reduce further damage under the jaw.

Trimming Stand Breaking The trimming stand is not only a grooming tool, but also a training tool. The trimming stand should be introduced as the next step following the halter. The ideal stand should be no wider than 2 – 2 ½ ft wide. This reduces the amount of space the lamb has to move and causes the lamb to learn the limits of the table. The head piece should be correct in shape and wide enough to correctly fit a lambs head. If you have no idea what kind of stand or head piece is needed, research the issue with various sheep equipment companies. When starting the lamb on the table, safety should be first. Use another person when starting this project as the extra person will come in handy when the lamb steps off the table and needs to be lifted back on the stand. Also this person can help put the lamb on the stand with one person lifting the front while the other lifts the back end by the rear flanks. The stand should be used in a flat position at this point and not on an incline. February/March 2009

This procedure should be a major part of your training plan. I recommend using the mirror at least 3 days per week to get maximum results in the show ring. Remember that the great athletes in the world practice and that should be no different for your four legged athlete. Practice starts at home and can be the difference in your show ring successes. It is not easy and no lamb comes to your barn “show broke”. If you can get through the training process, you ill be that much farther ahead when it comes to the show ring. I also believe that doing your homework will keep you showin’!

Cowpokes Classic Junior Jackpot Show Scheduled for March 29th

r Remembe the Date!

Saturday, April 11, 2009

PROJECT MARKET GOAT SALE At the ranch — our 11th annual

The Cowpokes Classic Junior Jackpot Show is set for Sunday, March 29th, at the Canyon County Fairgrounds, Caldwell, Idaho.

Preview Starting at 9:00 a.m. • Auction begins at 11:00 a.m.

This event will be held in conjunction with the Idaho Hereford Weekend which features the Idaho Foundation Hereford Sale and the Idaho Junior Hereford Classic Show, both on Saturday, March 28th.

Offering 80 Wethers and 100 Replacement Percentage Females

The Cowpokes Classic is annually sponsored by Canyon County’s Cowpokes 4-H Club. It features prizes for topplacing females, steers and showmen. Steers will be weighed in on show day from 8 to 9 a.m., and the show will begin at 12 noon. Early-bird entry fees for the show are $25 if postmarked by March 16th. After that, entries are $30 per head and will be taken up to 9 a.m. show morning. Heifers purchased in the Idaho Foundation Hereford Sale may be entered at the $25 fee.

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For a weekend of fantastic opportunities on great lamb genetics, join us for...

TWO SALES! ONE PLACE! ONE WEEKEND! Western Park — Vernal, Utah

1st:

Friday Night, March 20th Sale Starts Approx 7 p.m. • Offering 40-50 Lambs, 30-40 Hogs, 10 Goats

Then:

Saturday, March 21st

The 4th Annual Animals that will be sold in the Saturday Sale will be shown on Friday the 20th at 10:00 a.m. Shown in Breed Divisions and by sexes, starting with Hogs, then Goats, then Lambs.

Plus, new this year!

Sale Starts at 1 p.m. • Jackpot will follow the Sale You can bring animals in the sale, or out of the sale are welcome too!

Thursday, March 19th at 1:00 p.m. • Friday the 20th at 1:00 p.m. • Saturday the 21st at 7 a.m.

We will go over Feeding, Hauling, Show Prep, Showmanship and Great Times. The kids will show Goats, Hogs and Lambs, but mainly Lambs. Please pre-register with Trent at the number below...we need 30 youths to make it work.

Check out our website: http://www.tomlinsonclublambs.com/ to look at the Rams and Ewe Lambs we have for sale!

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By Terry L. Burks Additionally, “touch” or “handle” is another variable that determines freshness. Again, it is not a hard versus soft situation. Handling quality on fresh goats refers to the “bounce” or “pop” the top has when being handled. A loose hided, wrinkled, soft handling goat is not fresh and likewise a dry, ultra-lean harsh-handling kid is also not fresh. The desired “touch” on a goat is one that is somewhat firm, smooth and “slick”. I have often used the term “velvetlike” in referring to an ideal touch. Any person who has ever put his hands on that type of animal knows what I am referring to.

I have rarely judged a show that when I finished I didn’t have someone ask me “What is this fresh thing you were talking about?” The term “fresh” is one that is very difficult to understand because it involves both the visual look of the goat and its physical handling characteristics. When an animal is fresh they are at the peak of “healthiness”. Typically a fresh animal is gaining weight and is physically “fit”. I often answer the “fresh” question by comparing fresh goats to fresh versus stale bread. No, this does not mean that a fresh goat is soft. But fresh bread is at its peak from the standpoint of consumer acceptance and this is somewhat the same with goat kids. I enjoy eating fresh bread much more than stale bread and the same relates to the preference of fresh goats in the show-ring.

The visual look of an animal can also contribute to a kid’s freshness. We can all look at sick goats and know they have a problem, (droopy-ears, sunken-eyes, crusty-nose, empty belly, drooped tail.) I ask you whether you have seen any of these in the show-ring? I know I have! However, this is the extreme of staleness. There is a very fine line between those goats that are fresh and those that are just o.k. Hair coat freshness, bloom, smoothness and touch are all affected by health, cleanliness, length of hair, clip job, etc. We have all seen those goats that are bloomy, slick and have a beautiful hair coat, they have the look of “freshness”. We have also all seen those rough-haired, dingy, stale appearing goats. Management is the key!

To compound this fresh thing a bit, one needs to realize that freshness has nothing to do with the fatness of a goat. A fat goat can be fresh or stale and likewise a thin goat can be fresh or stale. Additionally it has little to do with muscle, body volume, bone, weight or maturity. So why do so many judges talk about freshness when it seems to have so little relation to what we typically evaluate goats on?

Having that “fresh” look is critical to give your goat the chance of winning the purple. In previous articles, we have discussed time of clipping, how to clip, etc. We must realize that goats with hair that is too long or goats clipped so short that the hide color is exposed never have the “fresh-look” and generally have an older-staler appearance regardless of whether they are fresh or not. Today, many people are not clipping their wether’s head or are leaving full hair on the entire length of the goat’s tail while slicking the remainder of their goat. Again, this gives the illusion of maturity and age and as a result—the look of being stale! Many fitters have resorted to using hair and hide conditioners as part of their daily fitting regime to give their goats that added look of freshness and youthfulness.

Freshness is that particular thing, much like in bread, that implies market readiness. Typically, a fresh goat will be youthful, bloomy and in a gaining state of growth instead of losing or being stationary for weight gain. Notice, I mentioned the term youthfulness and, yes, I agree that I have seen many “older” goats that were very fresh and, likewise, I have judged hundreds of young goats that were very stale. But, generally speaking, it is much easier to have your goats fresh when they are not approaching the loss of their baby teeth! It should be obvious that freshness is controlled by management. The absence of internal/external parasites plays a huge role in maintaining this “fresh” thing. However, nutritional management ultimately is the key to keeping goats fresh. We have all heard judges refer to goats being “washed-out” or flattening in their top shape. This is an automatic give-away that an animal is not fresh. An animal that is losing its bloom and muscle shape is never in a positive weight gain. Extremely competent judges will even comment about kids being “held too long”. This is typically determined by evaluating rack shape. Most goats are marginal at best for rack muscle expression and, when we incorrectly manipulate goats from a nutritional standpoint the first area they lose shape in is the rack. Goats that are stale or being “held” will typically become more prominent in their chine (the spine area from the top of the shoulders into the rack area.) This is also an area that is used to evaluate maturity due to the spine becoming more prominent as an animal matures. All these variables—rack shape, chine prominence, being washed-out, having a “shelly” loin edge—are used to determine whether your goat is fresh or not.

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Although this next area of discussion may seem unimportant, I have noticed this becoming a greater concern. Keeping your goats clean and well-bedded, both at the show and at home, is extremely important. Stained legs, etc. always look dull and give a stale appearance. Sure, these spots or even your entire goat can be washed; however this severely dries out the hide and hair and leaves the goat with a harsher, coarser, staler touch. Many times, as we watch judges evaluate classes, we become disgruntled due to what appears to be inconsistency in the type being selected. The reality is that freshness is critical in the show-ring and is a trait that can apply to many different types of goats. Just because there is a lean, heavy muscled, attractive goat in the ring, he should and most likely will place below a lower quality, FRESH goat. IT’S THAT IMPORTANT! More next time…

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"BIG DAWG" CLUB GOAT SALE

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April 24th, 2009 — 6 p.m. CT

L.D. Brown Ag Expo Center — Bowling Green, Kentucky Darrin Benton — Auctioneer

Sale will feature 100+ head Wethers and Does Sired by NK "Ambush," KALR "BP," KALR "Sly Surprise" and DYN1 "Motley Look

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• Reis Livestock

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california

breeders

• AC Cattle Chuck & Arlene Birt (530) 295-0374 4201 Sandridge Road, Placerville, CA 95667 (Reg. Angus, Shorthorns, Maines, Limo & X-bred Club Calves)

• alto herefords Larry Alto Family (707) 822-9478; Kevin: (707) 839-0170 3545 Bayschool Rd., Arcata, CA 95521 (Bulls, Heifers, Steers)

• Applegate Trail Ranch Owner: Dave & Jeanette Dillabo Manager: David Dillabo (530) 695-9322; (530) 667-4300 (C) (541) 281-9240 952 County Road 108A, Tulelake, CA 96134 (Club Calves)

• Bar Nothing Angus Ranch Jim & Kristin O'Reilly (805) 541-4819 8000 Los Osos Valley Road San Luis Obispo, CA

(Reg. Angus Breeding Stock, Club Calves)

• Bennett land & Cattle Mike, Marti, Casey & Brooke Bennett – (559) 534-2396 P.O. Box 549, Ducor, CA 93218

(Reg. Shorthorns & Herefords; X-Breds; Steers & Heifers)

• Bigelow Farms Matt Bigelow (559) 647-2817 PO Box 43, O'Neals, CA 93645

(Reg. Shorthorn - Breeding & Show Steers)

• Blackjack Ranch Al & Yvonne Lopes (916) 687-6567 PO Box 213, Wilton, CA 95693 (Club Calves & Show Heifers)

• Bright Club Calves Ed & Eric Bright; Ed (209) 389-4060 Eric (209) 761-6607 16120 Buchanan Hollow Rd. Le Grand, CA 95333 (Chi-Maine, Short, Angus, X-bred)

• Brocco Show Cattle Ron, Justine & Audra Brocco (707) 996-6224 1189 Solano Ave., Sonoma, CA 95476 (Show Heifers & Steers)

• Colburn Cattle Co. Ron, Lisa, Tyler, Ryan & Wyatt (559) 269-3175 PO Box 568, Five Points, CA 93624 (Club Calves, Reg. Maines, Reg. Shorthorns)

• Coles Cattle Company Nick, Karen & Nicole Guriel (805) 545-8983 814 O'Connor Way San Luis Obispo, CA 93405 (Club Calves, Reg. Maine)

• D-B Club Calves David Sr. & David Brown (209) 874-3943 1560 Ellenwood Rd., Waterford, CA 95386 (Club Calves)

• Dillabo Livestock

• James Bright / Leo Bros. (209) 389-4880 7953 Le Grand Rd., Merced, CA 95340

• Dismukes Ranch

(Reg. Herefords, Shorthorns, Angus, ChiMaines and Xbred Show Steers)

Jim Dismukes (M) (916) 995-3549; (H) (916) 682-8648 11070 Bradley Ranch Rd. Elk Grove, CA 95624

• Jergens Club Calves Curt Jergens (214) 636-4954 P.O. Box 10672, Terra Bella, CA 93270

(Charolais & Angus Show Heifers, X-Bred Club Calves)

(Club Calves, Show Heifers, Hoof Trimming)

• Fair's Cattle Co.

• M&M Livestock

Todd Fair - (209) 667-9220 (C) (209) 648-8240 5731 N. Hickman Rd., Denair, CA 95316 Email: faircattle@cv-access.com

Martin & Stacey Machado (209) 357-0912; (209) 564-8361; (209) 652-6946 8171 North Buhach, Winton, CA 95388

(Club Calves & Show Heifers)

(Club Calves, Heifers)

• Flynn Cattle

• McKinzie Cattle

Jim or Matt Flynn (559) 534-2367 or 534-2423 PO Box 57, Ducor, CA 93218

Kevin, Christy, Conner & Collin McKinzie (209) 747-7292; (559) 967-4599 15487 Ave. 376, Visalia, CA 93292 www.mckinziecattle.com

(Competitive Club Calves)

• Fullerton Club Calves & Meat Goats

(Show Steers & Heifers)

• Mission Angus/ Mission Club Calves

Dale & Kimberly Fullerton (951) 767-1717 30002 Chihuahua Valley Rd. Warner Springs, CA 92086

Mark & Tom Perez (209) 837-4721; (209) 531-7455 (cell) P.O. Box 97, Crows Landing, CA 95313 Email: markperezsr@yahoo.com

(Club Calves, Heifers; Project Wether, Wether Does)

• GBJ Beef Cattle

(Angus)

Gary & BJ Flint (530) 268-6768 Ranch (916) 995-7103 Gary's Cell (916) 995-7183 BJ's Cell 20902 Big Spring Drive Grass Valley, CA 95949 Email: gbjflint@netscape.net

• MJM Shorthorns Michael & Jane Mello (559) 731-3541 441 E. Jackson Ave. Tulare, CA 93274 Email: mmello441@aol.com

(Club Calves - Maine X Black & Black Baldies, Reg. Angus Breeding Stock)

(Show Heifers, Crossbred Steers, Bulls)

• Moonstone Ranch

• Geist Cattle

Travis & Steve Thurman (661) 393-4143 Granite Station, CA

Gary & Linda Geist (559) 674-4117 Shane, Kimberly & Kendall (559) 686-6408; (C) (559) 363-4117 16540 Road 31, Madera, CA 93638

(Club Calves, Show Heifers)

• Noble Cattle Company

(Reg. Maines, Club Calves)

Chad Noble (559) 788-0659 28679 Mtn. Rd. 120, Porterville, CA 93257

• Gilardi Show Cattle (530) 518-2312 8640 Sherwood Blvd., Los Molinos, CA 96055 Website: www.gilardilandandcattle.com

(Reg. Shorthorns & Club Calves)

• Platinum Cattle Co.

(Show Steers and Fancy Heifers)

Frank & Christina Ward (530) 865-1081 Frank's Cell: (530) 204-7124 Christina's Cell: (707) 332-2713 4577 Co. Rd. 77, Orland, CA 95963 Website: www.platinumcattleco.com

• Gonsalves Ranch Joey, Kristy,Riley & Reese Gonsalves (209) 526-3006 Mike Gonsalves - (209) 578-3252 7243 Maze Blvd., Modesto, CA 95358

(Club Calves, Reg. Angus, Reg. Herefords)

• Poncetta Shorthorns

(Reg. & Commercial Angus, Club Calves)

David & Michael Poncetta (661) 978-3320 10454 Wible Road, Bakersfield, CA 93313

• H.A.V.E. Angus Mel & Darrell Hansen (707) 838-4463, Windsor, CA Jim & Karen Vietheer (916) 687-7620, Wilton, CA

(Show heifers, Club Calves, Bulls)

• R&R Farms Bob Ross (408) 776-0333 (H); (408) 221-3023 (Cell) Dennis Lee (775) 217-2280 P.O. Box 20668, San Jose, CA 95160

(Angus Heifers & Bulls)

• Hyder Cattle Co. Troy & Cliff Hyder Dave DeRose (559) 539-3220 36786 Hwy 190, Springville, CA 93265

(Reg. Hereford Genetics Show Heifers, Bulls, Embryos, Semen)

(Club Calves)

• Reed Valley Ranch Ranch Managers: Don & Janet Moore (951) 767-0524 Hemet, California E-mail: don@reedvalleyranch.net Website: www.reedvalleyranch.net

• Imhof Cattle Co. Frank Jr., Haley & Andrew Imhof (925) 600-7735 (h); (925) 580-2245 (c) (510) 377-9556 P.O. Box 174, Sunol, CA 94586 Email: imhofcattle@earthlink.net

(Club Calves, Commercial Heifers, Bulls)

(Club Calves, Show Heifers, Bulls)

• Reid Overmier Cattle

• J/4 Cattle Company

Cory Reid (209) 559-0142 Casey Overmier (209) 753-7464 12727 Hunt Rd., Farmington, CA 95230 Email: caseyovermier@yahoo.com

Joe & Marlene Amaral (209) 538-1540 3348 Zeering Rd., Modesto, CA 95358 E-mail: J4cattle@aol.com

(Hereford, Angus, Charolais, Crossbreds)

(Show Heifers & Steers)

David & Jeanette Dillabo (530) 695-9322 5127 Pennington Road, Live Oak, CA 95953 (Shorthorn & Angus – Steers & Heifers)

December 2008/January 2009

Tony, Mary, Nathan, Natalie & Nicole Reis (530) 846-3940 (H); (530) 682-0305 (Nathan's Cell) 648 Cowee Ave., Gridley, CA 95948 www.reislivestock.com (Charolais Heifers, Bulls & Steers; X-Bred Heifers & Steers)

• Rodgers Livestock Blaine & Melissa Rodgers (C) (559) 314-4630; (H) (559) 287-6619 2399 N. Riverbend Ave., Sanger, CA 93657 (Club Calves)

• Schnoor Sisters Cattle Co. Amanda and Kirbe Schnoor (559) 665-1991 11564 Ave. 26, Chowchilla, CA 93610

(Show Steers & Heifers; Reg. Angus Cattle)

• Seever & Son Cattle Co. Lou Seever (M) (925) 989-9069 (Day) (925) 463-3443 (N) (925) 820-5392 3687 Old Santa Rita Rd. Pleasanton, CA 94588

(Maines, Chimaines, X-Breds – Show Steers & Heifers)

• Silva Cattle Randy & Rhonda Silva (559) 897-0311; (559) 288-3856 (cell) 37378 Rd. 20, Kingsburg, CA 93631 (Reg. Maine Heifers & Club Calves)

• Simon Cattle Faris Simon: (209) 769-8427 Layne Simon: (209) 769-8429 Barn: (209) 374-3429 Catheys Valley, CA

(Steers & Heifers Available Year-Round)

• Spring Valley Land & Livestock Jim, Kristi, Bobby & Cheyenne Mattes (559) 276-5704; Barn (559) 868-3323 PO Box 22, O'Neal's, CA 93645 (Reg. Angus & Shorthorns, Club Calves)

• Strickler Livestock Shane Strickler (530) 570-6634 7253 County Road 24 Orland, CA 95963 (Show Steers, Heifers, Bulls)

• Sunnyday Shorthorns Alpha & Sherri Gipe (209) 358-9377 6885 West Oak Ave., Merced, CA 95340 www.sunnydayshorthorns.com

(Registered Shorthorn Show Heifers, Bulls, Steers — X-Bred Steers)

• Teixeira Cattle Co. John and Heather Teixeira (805) 448-3869 855 Thousand Hills Road, Pismo Beach, CA 93449 (Club Calves and Show Heifers)

• Twin Palms Cattle Rick and Bailey Fernandes (408) 688-1031 or (408) 688-1030 (C) (209) 387-4016 (Home) 18124 Palm Avenue, Dos Palos, CA 93620 Email: twinpalmscattle@yahoo.com (Club Calves and Registered Maines)

• Whitcomb Cattle Co. Eileen, Candy & Ty Whitcomb (530) 741-9006 12669 Krosens Rd., Marysville, CA 95901

(Reg. Limousin & Herefords, X-bred Show Steers)

• WM Cattle Co. Bill & Kay Mosher (916) 682-9543 7635 Sloughhouse Rd., Elk Grove, CA 95624 (Club Calves & Show Heifers)

BEEF (cont.) nevada breeders • Brumley Farms Don, Skeeter, Kari, Brooke & Bryce Brumley (775) 272-3152; (C) (209) 479-0287 P.O. Box 239, Orovada, NV 89425

(Reg. Herefords – Heifers, Bulls & Steers)

• Witte Shorthorns Gary & Pegi Witte (775) 423-1571 4205 Shurz Hwy., Fallon, Nevada

(Purebred project animals & Replacement Heifers; Visitors always welcome!)

• Labrucherie Land & Livestock

• C&E Club Lambs

Bob & Leslie Labrucherie (559) 673-4332 or 675-0663 9671 Road 28 1/2, Madera, CA 93637

Kimmelshue Family (530) 345-4456 E-mail: daxandkaren@yahoo.com Wilkinson Family (530) 891-4964 E-mail: timw@ea.org Durham, CA

(Club Lambs, Wether Sires and Dams)

(Show Lambs, Wether Sires & Dams)

• Leventini Club Lambs

• Cedar Hill Club Lambs

Mike Leventini Sr. (209) 529-2774 Mike Leventini Jr. (209) 634-7262 624 South Indiana Ave. Modesto, CA 95357

Rob Antheunisse (707) 586-1038 (H); (707) 327-6213 (C) 43 Mecham Rd., Petaluma, CA Email: cedarhillclublambs@comcast.net

(Club Lambs, Wether Sires & Dams)

• Lopez Club Lambs

(Suffolks, Hamps, X-Breds, Project Lambs, Breeding Stock)

Don, Marcia & Andrea Lopez (916) 777-5911 15913 Hwy. 160, Isleton, CA 95641 E-mail: lopezd@ix.netcom.com

• Chesser Farms Jeffey & Virgle Chesser (661) 589-4214 14810 Meachan Rd., Bakersfield, CA 93312

(Club Lambs)

• Maddux Ranch / Outlaw Club Lambs

(Club Lambs, Wether Sires)

(East of the Rockies) breeders • ET Cattle Co. Sharon Bachman (785) 883-4333 (H) (785) 893-1976 (Cell) 3137 Virginia Road, Wellsville, KS 66092 (Show Heifers & Club Calves)

• K-Kim Cattle Co. Kevin & Annette Kimmerling 402/673-3082 1524 West Pickrell Rd., Pickrell, NE 68422

(Shorthorn Bulls, Females & Club Calves)

• Schultz Show Cattle Rick Schultz - (308) 485-4266 11975 W. 1-R Road, Cairo, NE 68824 www.showsteers.com/schultz www.showsteers.com/goertzen (Club Calves, Breeding Stock)

Sheep: california breeders • Azevedo Club Lambs Art Azevedo (707) 762-1579 545 Marshall Ave., Petaluma, CA 94952

(Hamps, Suffolks, Comm. X-Breds)

• Asmus Club Lambs Jed & Brandi Asmus (530) 304-0389 5547 Waterhole Loop, Linda, CA 95901 www.asmusclublambs.com (Club Lambs)

• Beam Ranch Ben, Terri, Lacey, Andrew, Casey & Shaylynn (209) 838-6791 25050 Mariposa Rd., Escalon, CA (Club Lambs, Wether Dams)

• Bianchi Club Lambs Karen Bianchi (209) 847-0694 13500 Valley Home Rd., Oakdale, CA 95361

(Club Lambs, Wether Sires)

• Brem Club Lambs Jim & Pam Brem (559)568-0358 19387 Rd. 248, Strathmore, CA 93267 (Club Lambs)

• Clifford's Sheep Connection

Harry, Jan, Todd, Nikki Maddux (209) 966-4942 2675 E. Westfall Rd., Mariposa, CA 95338

Mike Clifford (805) 735-7957 807 San Pasqual Road, Lompoc, CA 93436 Email: sheepfit@aol.com

(Blackface, Dorset, Specks, Southdowns – Club Lambs)

(Club Lambs; Color & White Lincolns)

• Cover Show Lambs

• Bob May Club Lambs

Alan A. Cover (209) 531-4367 2437 Dakota Ave., Modesto, CA 95358 Email: alancover@aol.com

(H) (530) 527-0158; (C) (530) 200-0866 (C) (530) 200-0867 18990 Reeds Creek Rd., Red Bluff, CA 96080

(Show Lambs, Wether Sires & Dams)

(Show Lambs)

• Cummings Club Lambs

• Merced College

Bob & Joanne Cummings (805) 239-2635 4115 Vineyard Dr., Paso Robles, CA 93446

Jaime Farao: (H) (209) 854-1033 (C) (209) 384-6299 3600 M. Street, Merced, CA 95348

(Club Lambs & Wether Sires)

• Echo Basin Suffolks & Club Lambs

(Show Lambs)

• Mitchell Farms

Mary McMurphy (530) 534-7783 3589 Cherokee Rd., Oroville, CA 95965

Ken & Charlotte Mitchell (916) 685-9700 E-mail: twoturkey@aol.com 9651 Grant Line Rd., Elk Grove, CA 95624

(Reg. Suffolk & Club Lambs)

(Club Lambs)

• Estes Show Lambs Hop, Debbie & Ryan (909) 627-1762 11720 Harding Ct., Chino, CA 91710

• Modesto Junior College John Nicewonger (209) 575-6210 435 College Ave., Modesto, CA 95350

(Show Lambs)

• Farao Club Lambs Jaime Farao (209) 854-1033; (209) 777-1033 Frank Farao (805) 934-2097; (805) 354-2317 28803 Gun Club Road, Gustine, CA 95322

• Morino Brothers Club Lambs Dan & Celeste Morino (209) 838-7208 Paul & Carri Morino (209) 599-3168 25053 Dove Road, Escalon, CA 95320 (Club Lambs, Wether Sires & Dams)

(Club Lambs, Breeding Stock)

• Nicewonger Club Lambs

• Galindo Club Lambs

John & Carol Nicewonger (209) 847-8976 6706 Lon-dale Rd., Oakdale, CA 95361

Arty Galindo (530) 312-1619 3334 E. Bear Mtn. Road Bakersfield, CA 93307 (Club Lambs)

(Club Lambs)

• Garrett/Yeager Club Lambs

• Nunes Club Lambs

Marilyn Garrett: (530) 756-6117 Jim Yeager: (530) 756-2423 Davis, California

Ernie & Judy Nunes (707) 762-7135 190 Walker Road, Petaluma, CA 94952

(Suffolks, Hamps, Wether Sires, Dorsets, Brockleface)

• Del Petersen Club Lambs (805) 478-7963 www.petersenclublambs.com 710 N. Thompson Road Nipomo, CA 93444

(Hampshire, Suffolk & X-Bred Club Lambs – Wether Sires)

• Redtail Ranch Matthew Jimmink (H) (661) 273-0257; (C) (661) 305-9166 33050 Oracle Hill Rd. Palmdale CA 93550 E-mail: redtailranchlambs@yahoo.com (Club Lambs)

• Ridenhour Club Lambs Floyd Ridenhour (707) 431-7701 667 Alexander Valley Rd. Healdsburg, CA 95448 E-mail: fridenhour@comcast.net

(Black Face Club Lambs, Breeding Stock)

• River Bend Sheep Denise & Emily Poncetta (661) 978-1364 Live Oak, California (Reg. Suffolk & Hamps. – Club Lambs)

• Rosewood Ranch Myron & Lois Strasser (209) 847-9171 7120 Dorsey Rd., Oakdale, CA 95361

(Club Lambs, Reg. Hamps)

• Sampson Sheep Harry & Jeannine Sampson (530) 435-2476 PO Box 1115, Gazelle, CA 96034 (Club Lambs)

• Shining Star Ranch Paul & Ginny Strametz (831) 634-1044 702 McMahon Rd., Hollister, CA 95023 (Quality Club Lambs)

• Shadow Oaks Ranch Jim Clayton (C) (559) 901-5990 (H) (559) 688-7645 1084 West Prosperity, Tulare, CA 93274 (Club Lambs)

• Siebert genetics (H) (661) 724-2441; (C) 805) 358-3716 19235 W. Ave. C, Lancaster, CA 93536 (Club Lambs, Southdowns & Club Pigs)

• Silva Ranch Oxfords & Club Lambs Frank, Sherri & LeeAnna (951) 739-0241 1550 5th Street, Norco, CA 92860 (Reg. Oxfords, Club Lambs)

• Snyder Club Lambs Dustin, Hilary, Skottlynn & Holland Snyder (559) 659-2512; (C) (559) 706-9540 6353 Road 8 1/2, Firebaugh, CA 93622 (Club Lambs, Wether Sires & Dams)

(Club Lambs)

• Image Club Lambs/ Layne Suffolks

• Pavletich Club Lambs Scott, Annette, Jason & Courtney (661) 589-5669 17324 Rosedale Hwy, Bakersfield, CA 93312

Dan & Marlys Layne (Scott, Keri & Stacy) (209) 632-8623; (209) 549-7849 1013 N. Gratton Rd., Turlock, CA 95380

(Club Lambs)

(Club Lambs, Reg. Suffolks)

• Penfold Dorsets & Club Lambs

• KR Club Lambs

Ken, Teri, Jared & Cody (559) 897-4878 14585 E. Caruthers Ave. Kingsburg, CA 93631 E-mail: penfarm@inreach.com

Robbie Rowlett (805) 610-4235 (C) 10960 Carrisa Hwy. Carrisa Plains, CA 93453 (Show Lambs)

(Club Lambs, Dorsets, Brockles, Breeding Stock)

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• Spring Valley Land & Livestock Jim, Kristi & Bobby Mattes (559) 276-5704; (B) (559) 868-3323 PO Box 22, O'Neal's, CA 93645 (Club Lambs)

• Sunrise Sheep Company / KEene club lambs Gary, Gypsy & Calder Keene (209) 847-0945/(209) 613-7015 13736 Lambuth Road Oakdale, CA 95361 E-mail: heygoat27@aol.com Website: www.sunrisesheepcompany.com (Club Lambs, Wether Dams)

• Thompson Bros. Livestock (805) 922-6270 422 N. Western Santa Maria, CA 93454

(Club Lambs and Wether Sires) (Suffolks, Hamps, X-Breds)

• Zeigler Suffolks Steve & Cindi Zeigler (760) 788-0622 2126 Boundary Ave. Ramona, CA 92065 (Club Lambs, Wether Dams, Sire Use)

arizona breeders • Dusty Acres Sheep Ranch Diane Bales (520) 586-1635 Breana, Kayla & Jarrett Carpenter 2806 W. Skyline Rd., Benzon, AZ 85602

(Club Lambs, Reg. Oxfords & Southdowns)

idaho breeders • Potter's Lamb Factory Kevin (208) 365-3621 3738 County Line Road Emmett, ID 83617

(Club Lambs, R.R. Rams; delivery to Calif.)

• Turnbough Club Lambs Denise, Donna & Dave (208) 887-0886 P.O. Box 841, Meridian, ID 83680 (All Sheep QR or RR)

oregon breeders • boatman club lambs David Boatman (541) 815-0205 5700 N.W. Rye Grass Rd. Prineville, OR 97754 (Club Lambs, Wether Sires & Dams)

• Fallesen Sheep Farms Jake Fallesen (541) 928-9843; (C) (541) 979-0868 Box 28, Crabtree, OR 97335 (N.W.'s largest & winningest source — Club Lambs & Rams)

utah breeders • Kunzler Club Lambs Tony & Kelly Kunzler (435) 871-4511 P.O. Box 817, Park Valley, UT 84329 (Club Lambs)

• Tomlinson Club Lambs Trent Tomlinson: (435) 790-5458 P.O. Box 133, Lapoint, UT 84039 E-mail: tomlinson@ubtanet.com

(East of the Rockies) breeders

• Homen Farms Henry Homen (209) 526-2337 (H); (209) 613-3678 (M) 3749 Blue Gum, Modesto, CA 95358

• Cabaniss Club Lambs Joe Cabaniss (580) 323-2802 Riley Cabaniss (580) 323-9089 Rt. 1, Box 19; Arapaho, OK 73620

(Hamp & York Breeding Stock, Project Pigs)

• KV Swine Debbie Violini (831) 675-2662 P.O. Box 19, Gonzales, CA 93926

(Hamps, Shrops, X-Bred, Club Lambs, Ewes, Rams)

(Hamps, Yorks, X-Breds — Show Pigs)

• Loin Eye Hog Farms

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Paul J. Fernandes, Jr. H (209) 664-0309 • M(209) 608-2697 4362 Esmar Rd., Ceres, CA 95307 (Yorks, Hamps, X-breds)

• Lucky Genetics

california breeders

Andrew & John Turek (530) 824-4731 (530) 510-9322 (Andrew's cell) 25175 New York Ave., Corning, CA 96021 Email: makingchampions@yahoo.com

• 3c Livestock

(Hamps, Yorks, & X-Bred Project Pigs)

Roger, Sheri & Micah Clark (661) 587-6332 16418 Stephenie Rd., Bakersfield, CA 93314 E-mail: rclark6084@bak.rr.com

• Bob May Show Pigs (H) (530) 527-0158; (C) (530) 200-0866 (C) (530) 200-0867 18990 Reeds Creek Rd. Red Bluff, CA 96080

(Hamp, York, Duroc — Project Pigs)

(Show Pigs)

• Bar-One Swine Farm Wes Barone: (408) 981-4881 6093 Mountain View Road Caruthers, CA 93609

• M.B. Show Pigs Mario & Michele Buoni (661) 397-8940; (661) 201-3042 (c) 10400 Old River Rd. Bakersfield, CA 93311

(Hamps, Yorks, Durocs – Show Pigs & Semen)

(Hamps, Durocs, Yorks, Chesters, Spots – Show Hogs)

• Beck & Sons Livestock (Hm.) (559) 587-0619; (Cell.) (559) 904-1544 10205 Flint Ave., Hanford, CA 93230

• Modesto Junior College John Mendes (209) 575-6205 435 College Ave., Modesto, CA 95350 (Breeding Stock, Project Pigs, Semen Sales)

(Yorks, Hamps, X-Breds)

• Big Valley Swine Paul & Yvonne Silva (559) 584-5963 (H); (559) 362-1652 (C) Brooke Silva (559) 362-8572 (C) Keith Harp (559) 381-1993 (C) 11781 9th Ave., Hanford, CA 93230 E-mail: gothogs777@yahoo.com

• Moench Farms Wilbert & Dennis Moench (559) 535-4347 24701 Ave. 106, Terra Bella,CA 93270

(Hamps, Yorks, Durocs, X-Bred • Breeding Stock & Project Pigs)

(Hamps, Yorks, Durocs & Crosses Show Pigs & Semen)

• No Limit Genetics Adam & Becky Mendonza Rex Mendonza (209) 602-6106; (209) 988-1751 Locations: Yuba City & Modesto

• C.V.C. Swine Colt, Mariesa, Edna & Jack Cramer (530) 666-3554 19481 Hillcrest Dr., Woodland, CA 95695

(Year Round Show Pigs & Seedstock)

• Ottenwalter Show Pigs

(Project Pigs)

Mark & Sandy Ottenwalter (530) 458-5700 (o); (530) 681-9799 (m) 2260 Lurline Ave., Colusa, CA 95932 (Show Pigs, Seedstock)

• Day's Swine Farm Tony Day (559) 909-2369 (C); (559) 568-0083 24950 Ave. 212, Lindsay, CA 93247

(Club Pigs - Hamps, Yorks, Durocs, Landrace, X-breds)

• Panero Farms Rhys & Jeanine Panero 11935 S. Van Allen Rd., Escalon, CA 95320 (209) 838-7570 home e-mail: panerofarms@aol.com

• Etcheverry Swine Farm Dave Etcheverry (H) (209) 394-8785; (C) (209) 988-8188 P.O Box 1171, Waterford, CA 95386

(Showpigs and breeding stock)

(Show Pigs, Seedstock)

• Pork Palace

• G n G Genetics

Randy Jones (805) 350-1459 (Cell.) (805) 688-0337 (Home) E-mail: randy@thejonesorganization.com 1503 S. Hwy. 101, Gaviota, CA 93117

John & Nick Gonzales (530) 824-4292 John's cell (530) 320-5304 Nick's cell (530) 520-8361 E-mail: Ngonzales28@hotmail.com 23582 River Rd., Richfield, CA 96021

(Yorks, Hamps, Durocs, X-Breds – Breeding Stock & Show Pigs)

• posse show pigs

(Yorks, Hamps, Durocs — Show Pigs and Breeding Stock)

Billy Barnes (661) 201-2330 10600 S. Union, Bakersfield, CA 93307

• Golden State Genetics Rachelle Bailey (209) 277-2509 (cell) (209) 656-9550 (Office) 445 S. Blaker Rd., Turlock, CA 95380 Email: GoldenStateSwine@aol.com

(Show Pigs)

• Power House Farms Nathan Copp (Los Banos) H: (209) 827-0460; C: (559) 280-0119 2129 S. 10th St., Los Banos, CA 93635

(Hamps, Yorks, Durocs, Landrace, X-Breds; Breeding Stock, Show Pigs, Semen)

(Show Pigs & Breeding Stock)

(Wether Sires — Hamps, Suffolks, Crossbred, Speckle Faced & White Faced; Club Lambs)

December 2008/January 2009

• River View Genetics / Millar Farms Show Pigs Tom Millar (530) 934-0220, (530) 990-6465 8209 County Road 29, Glenn, CA 95943

(Durocs, Hamps, Yorks, X-Bred Show Pigs, Semen Sale)

• RW Genetics Rick Whitman (402) 440-5898; (661) 829-2537 14405 Meacham Rd. Bakersfield, CA 93314 E-mail: RWGENETICS@aol.com www.rwgenetics.com

(Duroc, Hamp, York & X-Breds; Club Pigs)

• Seaver Show Pigs Jerry Seaver: (530) 458-2026 4209 Hwy. 45, Colusa, CA 95932

(Hamps, Yorks, X-Breds – Show Pigs)

• Sheehan Farms Toby, Kristin, Clayton & Layne Sheehan (559) 896-5651 • (559) 960-2285 (c) 10702 S. Bethel Selma, CA 93662 (Hamp, York, Landrace, Duroc, X-Bred — Show Pigs & Seedstock)

• Small Town Genetics James Backman (209) 620-4106 (c) (209) 667-4144 (farm phone/fax) 2812 N. Hickman Rd., Denair, CA 95316 (Yorks, Hamps, Durocs, Show Pigs)

• Sturm Swine (661) 823-8234; (661) 406-6413 22153 Arnds Road, Tehachapi, CA 93561 (X-Bred Project Pigs)

• swine valley Farms Ron & Regina Roberts (209) 599-3909 (H); (209) 450-3153 (C) 4350 Woodland Ave., Modesto, CA 95358 Email: swinevalleyfarms@yahoo.com Website: www.swinevalleyfarms.com

(Duroc, Hamp, York, Berk, X-Bred Show Pigs)

• Triangle L Farms David & Josh Luis (209) 604-8695 14545 East Donahue Rd., Ripon, CA 95366 Email: trilfarms@velociter.net (Show Pigs)

• Tyauve Farms Anne Dawson (530) 894-8493 David Smith (530) 518-2416 2366 Dayton Rd., Chico, CA 95928 Email: aakdawson@aol.com (Yorks, Hamps & X-Breds)

• W-D Swine Ryan & Stacey Watje (209) 604-2082 2116 Shaddox Ave., Modesto, CA 95358 (Show Hogs, Breeding Stock, Semen)

• Wagon Works Farm Tim & Betty Mylrea (916) 645-7917 3160 Gladding Rd., Lincoln, CA 95648

(Show Pigs, Seedstock, Semen – Yorks & X-Breds)

• Western Stars Farm Cy Hawkins (530) 473-2264 P.O. Box 1326 2299 Zumwalt Rd., Williams, CA 95987 Email: cyhawkins@frontier.net

(Breeding Stock — Hamps, Duroc, X-Breds, Project Pigs)

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• N-Bar-D Ranch

(Reg. Boer Goats, Fullblood & %'s, Project Wethers, Reg. Nubian Goats. Buck service for Boers & Nubians. Discounts for 4-H, FFA & Grange.)

• Escalon Boer Goats Tina Marsh (209) 838-8771 17411 Campbell Ave., Escalon, CA 95320 E-mail: tinacat84@sbcglobal.net (FB Boer for Show & Breeding, % Does, Mkt. Wethers)

(Meat Goats)

Mike & Maureen Reis (H) (707) 693-1893 Mike - cell (707) 483-6303 Maureen - cell (209) 601-5892 7320 Hackman Rd., Dixon, CA 95620 www.rocking4rboers.com Email: msrreis@yahoo.com

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• Staz A Fraz Ranch

Wes Patton - (530) 865-7250 6352 County Road 27 Orland, CA 95963 www.glennlandfarm.com

(Project Wethers, Full Blood and % Boer Goats)

• The Miller Moth Ranch Kelly Roth and Stacy Miller (805) 467-9270 • (805) 238-2219 (H) (805) 423-4886 (C) 1289 Mountain Springs Rd. Paso Robles, CA 93446 (Project Market Goats)

Jackie Jackson (805) 391-3566 Website: bullseyephoto.biz

Mark & Julie Stasinowsky (916) 655--3160 P.O. Box 641 Pleasant Grove, CA 95668

(Livestock Photography)

(Project Mkt. Goats, FB & % Boer Goats)

• Grainery Diane Bales (888) 550-SHOW for out of state (520) 586-1635 2806 W. Skyline Rd., Benzon, AZ 85602

• Sundance Kids The Schallbergers (209) 333-0543 Website: www.sdksundancekids.com 8989 E. Live Oak Rd., Stockton, CA 95212 (Project Mkt. Goats, FB & % Boer Goats)

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• KC Photography Katina Costerisan (661) 330-6392 P.O. Box 40, Castroville, TX 78009 E-mail: kphotography@yahoo.com Website: www.kcshowpix.com

• UC Davis Goat Facility

• Moonstone Ranch, Inc. Bruce & Rebecca Cogswell (661) 393-2457 Bakersfield, CA 93308 E-mail: moonstoneranch@atsecure.net Website: www.moonstoneranch.com

(Livestock & Special Events Photography)

Terry & Alice Burks (270) 901-0053 131 Pine Bluff Court Bowling Green, KY 42104

(Quality Purebreds & Percentage Does & Bucks; Market & Project Wethers)

• Glenn Land Farm

Tracy Bjornestad — Photographer (530) 339-0165 P.O. Box 2368, Flournoy, CA 96029 E-mail: photosbytracy05@aol.com

• Dynasty Meat Goats

• Rocking 4R Boer Goat ranch

(Project Goats & Percentage Boer Does)

• Photos by Tracy

(East of the Rockies) breeders

Dave & Nancy Hall (951) 769-9073 Beaumont, CA Email: nbardranch@aol.com Website: www.nbardranch.com

Diane Bales & Derek Carpenter (520) 586-1635 2806 W. Skyline Rd. Benson, AZ 85602

(Show and Sale cattle preparation, clipping, fitting, and photography)

(Club Goats, % Does)

(Project Market Goats — Meat Goats)

• Dusty Acres Meat Goats

Cory Reid — (209) 559-0142 12727 Hunt Rd. Farmington, CA 95230

Chuck & Judy Kaye (559) 788-1085 (707) 548-1486 (cell) 22819 Avenue 124, Porterville, CA 93257

Elmer & Diana Muller (209) 463-3018; (209) 403-7775 (C) 3900 S. Roberts Road Stockton, CA 95206-9660

california breeders

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• White Rail Ranch

• Muller Ranch

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December 2008/January 2009

Pacific Showcase does something every year to honor these Seniors.

1– Just send their senior picture AND a picture from when they first started showing. 2– Write their name, their high school, the town they're from, their planned major in college, and what they showed in their livestock years on a piece of paper, and send them in to: Pacific Showcase P.O. Box 41430, San Jose, CA 95160 Deadline to send pictures in is May 20th. We will be featuring these pictures in the June/July issue.

You can also send the photos and information by email to

pacificshowcase@gmail.com.

Also, include a self-addressed, stamped envelope if you want the pictures back.

Please put "Graduating" in the subject line!

* Thank You for Participating. * 5. Pets (dogs and cats) can acquire Salmonella by eating contaminated: a. peanut butter b. pigs ear treats c. rawhide bones d. raw meat e. all of the above

have you been

reading? 1. What animals may harbor Salmonella in their intestinal tracts and shed it in the feces? a. people b. lizards c. birds d. dogs e. all of the above

6. A sheep, goat, or ox that looks perfectly healthy may be shedding the Salmonella in its feces. True or false

2. Salmonella is a: a. virus b. bacteria c. fungus d. parasite e. all of the above

8. Clinical signs of salmonellosis in people include: a. hair loss b. blindness c. cramps and diarrhea d. cough and nasal discharge e. all of the above

3. An current outbreak of salmonellosis in the United States has been linked to consumption of contaminated: a. chili peppers b. spinach c. raw meat d. peanut products e. chicken

9. List individuals that may be at a higher risk of contracting, and experiencing serious disease from, salmonellosis.

7. A person who looks perfectly healthy may be shedding Salmonella in their feces. True or false

10. The CDC does not recommend that reptiles be kept as pets in houses with children and infants. Why? Bonus: 11. After you finish your chores caring for livestock what is the first thing you should do?

4. Thoroughly cooking food will not kill Salmonella. True or false

Answers are on page 68. December 2008/January 2009

Your Complete 2 Sanctioned

Meat Goat Shows

* Wether Dam Show — Judged by Weight

• Breeding Show (Saturday) • CJLA Meat Goat Show (Saturday & Sunday) For more info, contact:

Justin Burns: jandjlivestock@hotmail.com Iris Lerena: 530-749-0466 or ktgosteppin@att.net

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Chuck & Judy Kaye • 559-788-1085 • Cell: (707) 548-1486

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December 2008/January 2009

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December 2008/January 2009

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(pg. 33) May 23

MJC Livestock Judging Team Golf Tournament (Stevinson Ranch — Stevinson) Mid Summer Golden Empire Open Jr. Show (Kern Co. Fairgrounds-Bakersfield) June 13-14 Southwest Regional Hereford Show (Lambert Ranch-Oroville) (pg. 41) July 13-17 AIJCA Charolais Junior National Show & Conference (Cal Expo-Sacramento) (pg. 29) Aug. 20-Sept. 7 California State Fair (Cal Expo-Sacramento) Aug. 29 Teixeira & Ankony Female Sale (at the ranch-Pismo Beach) Aug. 29 Teixeira Cattle Co. Private Treaty Sale Starts (at the ranch-Pismo Beach) Oct. 17-18 Northern Exposure Jr. Cattle Show (Glenn Co. Fairgrounds-Orland) Nov. 21-22 CNPHA 12th Annual Hereford Classic Junior Jackpot Show (Amador Co. Fairgrounds-Plymouth) Dec. 5-6 Angus Days (Stanislaus Co. Fairgrounds-Turlock) Dec. 12-13 Holiday Classic (Kern Co. Fairgrounds-Bakersfield)

upcoming

events ARIZONA Mar. 28-29

SAILA 74th Annual Open & Jr. Livestock Show (Pima County Fairgrounds-Tucson)

CALIFORNIA Mar. 6-8 Mar. 7

Great Western Livestock Show (Tulare Fairgrounds) Sonoma County Elite Lamb Sale (Sonoma-Marin Fairgrounds-Petaluma) Mar. 7-8 Cattlemen's Jackpot (Plymouth) Mar. 13-15 NJSA Western Regional Show (Stanislaus Co. Fairgrounds, Turlock) (pg. 4) Mar. 13-15 Pacific Coast Jackpot of Gold (Kern County Fairgrounds-Bakersfield) (pg. 2) Mar. 20-22 Cattle Kids Boot Camp (at the Judge Ranch-San Luis Obispo) Mar. 21-22 Nutrena Showmaster Show Camp (Sonoma County Fairgrounds-Santa Rosa) Mar. 21 Sonoma County Annual Livestock Judging Contest (Santa Rosa Jr. College Shone Farm) (pg.65) Mar. 22 Santa Rosa Junior College Project Lamb & Goat Sale (Santa Rosa Jr. College Shone Farm) (IBC) March 28 Bianchi Club Lamb Sale (at the Ranch - Oakdale) (pg. 23) Mar. 29 19th Annual Gold Country Jackpot (Calaveras Co. Fairgrounds-Angels Camp) (pg. 59) Mar. 29 MJC Champion Choice Swine Sale (MJC Swine Unit – Modesto) (pg. 24) Apr. 1-5 Grand National Rodeo, Horse & Stock Show (Cow Palace - San Francisco) (pg. 66) April 4 Associated Feed Lamb & Pig Camp (Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo) (pg. 2) April 10-12 Cattle Kids Boot Camp (at the Judge Ranch, San Luis Obispo) (pg.31) April 11 West Coast Show Lamb Sale (Del Petersen Ranch, Nipomo) (pg.45) April 11 Miller Moth Project Mkt. Goat Sale (at the ranch-San Miguel) (pg. 56) April 11 Colusa Spring Classic Ottenwalter Show Pig Sale (Ottenwalter Farms, Colusa) April 11-12 TCA Classic Steer & Heifer Show (location to be announced) (pg. 61) Apr. 18 California Ram Sale (Tulare) (pg. 42) April 18 VCF Livestock Camp (Ventura County Fairgrounds) (pg. 42) April 18 “Victory By The Sea” Pig Sale (Ventura County Fairgrounds) April 18 Nor Cal Elite Sale (Petaluma) (pg. 61) April 18-19 Valley Classic Open Boer Goat Breeding Show (Stockton Fairgrounds) (pg. 61) April 18-19 Valley Classic Meat Goat Show (Stockton Fairgrounds) (pg. 27) April 19 RW Genetics Open House (at Fast Track Farms - Templeton) (pg. 23) Apr. 24-26 Santa Barbara Fair & Expo (Earl Warren Showgrounds-Santa Barbara) (pg. 62) April 25 Siebert Genetics Annual Lamb & Hog Sale (Lancaster) (pg. 43) Apr. 25 Focused on Quality Pig and Lamb Sale (Rowlett Family Ranch, Santa Margarita) (pg. 12) Apr. 25-26 Bar Ale/Sunglo “Circle of Champions” by CSU Chico (Chico State) (pg. 70) May 1-2 Monterey Bay Classic (Monterey County Fairgrounds-Monterey) (pg. 58) May 2 California Coalition Production Sale (Herald Barn - Herald) (pg. 4) May 9 Bigelow Farms Production Sale (at the Ranch — O’Neals) (pg. 2) May 13-15 Cattle Kids Boot Camp (at the Judge Ranch, San Luis Obispo) May 16 MJC Showmaster Classic (Stanislaus Co. Fairgrounds-Turlock) (pg. 14) May 23-24 Calif. Jr. Angus State Fieldday/Preview Show (Stanislaus Co. Fairgrounds-Turlock) May 23 Calif. Jr. Charolais State Fieldday (Stanislaus Co. Fairgrounds-Turlock)

December 2008/January 2009

IDAHO (pg. 15) Mar. 28 (pg. 15) Mar. 28 Mar. 29 May 2 June 27

Idaho Hereford Breeders Foundation Hereford Sale (Caldwell) Idaho Jr. Hereford Classic Show (Caldwell) Cowpoke Classic (Caldwell) Grand Slam Club Lamb Sale and Field Day (Jerome) Idaho Junior Sheep Classic (Glens Ferry)

NEVADA (pg. 53) May 28-30

All American Nugget Sheep Show & Sale (Reno)

OREGON Mar. 14 (pg.3) April 24-26 May 2-3 May 9 May 23 (pg. 18) May 25 June 19-21 June 21

Southern Oregon On-Line Project Pig Sale of Champions (www.thewendthgroup.com) Oregon Hereford Assn. Jr. Breed & Jackpot Show (Linn Co. Fairgrounds – Albany) Southern Oregon Junior Classic (Central Point) Umpqua Valley Jr. Classic (Douglas Co.Fairgrounds-Roseburg) Cascade Classic Jackpot Show (Madras) Elk Horn Spring Classic Jackpot (Baker City) Pacific Intern. Jr. Livestock Show (Prineville) Klamath Jackpot (Klamath)

UTAH Apr. 11 (pg. 47) March 20 (pg. 47) March 21

USU Aggie Classic Jackpot (Logan) Rocky Mountain Mafia Sale (Western Park - Vernal) Rocky Mountain Elite Show & Sale (Western Park - Vernal)

OTHER (pg. 49) April 24 June 24-27 June 30- July 4 July 19-25

Dynasty Meat Goats “Big Dawg” Club Goat Sale (LD Brown Ag Expo Center-Bowling Green, KY) Junior National Braunvieh Show (Lancaster County Events Center, Nebraska) “Let’s Fiesta 2009” National Jr. Summer Spectacular Hog Show (Louisville, KY) National Junior Angus Show (Georgia National Fairgrounds & Agri-center - Perry, Georgia)

Note — If you know of any shows we may have missed or don't have a date listed for...let us know! We update this section in each issue.

Look for our consignment at the

MJC Champions Choice Sale

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Held at

Santa Rosa Jr. College Shone Farm Warren G. Dutton Jr. Pavilion

8 a.m. — Registration 9 a.m. — Welcome/Introductions 9:30 a.m. — Workshops Begin (30 minutes each) Quality Assurance (Required for State Fair Exhibition) Sheep Selection • Sheep Showmanship • Sheep Fitting Goat Selection • Goat Showmanship • Goat Fitting 11:30 a.m. — Lunch Served 12:30 p.m. — Preview of Sale Animals 1:30 p.m. — Sale Begins

Shone Farm — Santa Rosa Jr. College • Directions: From Highway 101 in Santa Rosa, take River Road exit and head west. Go approximately 6 miles and turn right onto Trenton-Healdsburg Road. Go approximately 1.5 miles to Eastside Road, turn left onto Eastside Road and then make an immediate right into the Shone Farm entrance. Follow the driveway which will lead you to the Farm gate.

Following the sale, there will be a Jackpot show of purchased lambs. For more information, call Casey Cole Gatrell at (707) 527-4363 or email ccolegatrell@santarosa.edu 65

December 2008/January 2009

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Auxiliary Scholarships Available for Junior Angus Members

index ADM Alliance................................................69

Idaho Foundation Hereford Sale & Show....15

All American Nugget Sheep Show & Sale.......................................53

J/4 Cattle.......................................................32

All Around Kid..............................................18

Loin Eye Hog Farm.......................................65

Alltech........................................................... 21 Associated Feed & Supply............................66 Auctioneering Service...................................61 Bar One Farms..............................................72 Bianchi Club Lambs.......... Inside Back Cover Bigelow Farms.................................................4 Bio-Mos....................................................21, 22

King Feeds.....................................................26 M.B. Show Pigs..............................................52 Miller Moth Ranch........................................45 Millar Farms Show Pigs...............................63 MJC Livestock Judging Team Golf Tournament...........................................33

Moench Farms...............................................46

California Jr. Angus Assn. Preview Show................................................14

Monterey Bay Classic...................................70 Moo U University..........................................55

California Coalition Production Sale...........58

Morgan Livestock Equipment......................45

California Club Calf Assn.............................20

Natural Solutions............................................7

California Ram Sale......................................61

Nutrena..........................................Back Cover

California State Fair DNA / Entry Info.......29

O.H. Kruse Grain & Milling.........................42

Cattle Kids Boot Camps.................................2

Oregon Hereford Assn. Junior Breed & Jackpot Show....................................3

Champions Choice Buckles..........................62 Charolais Junior Nationals..........................41 CJLA Membership Form .............................57 CJLA News....................................................23 CJLA Sanctioned Show List.........................23 Colusa Spring Classic...................................56 Cool Calf .........................................................9

Pacific Coast Jackpot of Gold Show................4 Pete Melero....................................................61 Polyock All Star......................... Front Cover, 9 Purina / Honor......................................... 10-11 Purple Circle.................................................55 RW Genetics..................................................27 Santa Barbara Fair & Expo..........................23 Santa Rosa Jr College Sale...........................65

Dan Bush Hoof Trimming........................... 18

Seever & Sons...............................................32

Del Petersen Club Lambs........................... 31

Sel-Plex....................................................21, 22

Dynasty Meat Goats.....................................49

Showbloom.....................................................13

EDJE Technology..........................................37

Show Chow.............................................. 10-11

Elkhorn Spring Classic.................................18

Showmaker....................................................66

Evans Feed & Livestock Supply...................70

Showtec..........................................................69

Farmers Warehouse......... Inside Front Cover

Siebert Genetics............................................62

Focus on Quality Sale...................................43

Small Town Genetics.....................................71

Garrett Jones.................................................61

Stanislaus Farm Supply...............................52

Geist Cattle Co..............................................18

Subscription Form........................................ 22

Gist Silversmith............................................17

Sullivan’s Supply.............................................1

Glu Coat...........................................................7

Sunrise Sheep Co..........................................70

Gold Country Jackpot...................................23

Tomlinson Club Lambs.................................47

Golden State Genetics..................................67

VCF Livestock Camp....................................42

Graduating Seniors.......................................60

Valley Classic Boer Goat Show & Jackpot.............................................61

High Noon Feeds...........................................26 Howard’s Sheep.............................................25

Another highlight from 2008, sent in by the deadline but not published due to a production error.

Pork Palace.................................................. 55

CSU Chico “Circle of Champions” Jackpot...........................................................12

Grow & Shine..................................................5

The American Angus Auxiliary consists of individuals interested in the welfare of the Angus breed. Its members work to provide educational activities for junior Angus members, such as scholarship programs, awards and competitions. For more information about the American Angus Auxiliary, visit www.angusauxiliary.com.

Ottenwalter Show Pig Sale...........................56

Coy Hoof Trimming.......................................19

Grand National.............................................24

Additional questions about the American Angus Auxiliary scholarships can be directed to Kathi Creamer, Auxiliary scholarship chair: 17270 6450 Road, Montrose, CO 81403. Phone: 970-2402798.

Modesto Junior College Champions Choice Sale................................59

Bull’s Eye Photo............................................68

Cellarator........................................................7

Applications for the American Angus Auxiliary scholarships are now available online. The post-mark for applications is May 10, 2009. Interested Junior Angus members may download the application, access directions, frequently asked questions and general information by visiting: www.angusauxiliary.com/scholarships/ index.html. For specific state and local Auxiliary scholarship deadlines and information, visit the Auxiliary Web site or contact your local Angus Auxiliary.

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Results: Reserve Champion Wether Dam, Stanislaus County Fair 2008

Way to go!

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Champion York and Supreme Champion Overall, 2009 Pork Spectacular. Thanks to Charolet Boyter for her purchase!

Champion Chester Boar, 2009 Pork Spectacular. Thanks to Gary Galt for his purchase!

Champion Chester Gilt, 2009 Pork Spectacular. Thanks to Mike Johnson for his purchase!

Champion X-Bred and Supreme Champion Club Pig, 2009 Pork Spectacular. Thanks to Carlie Winters for her purchase!

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Grand Champion Market Hog, 2009 Pork Spectacular Junior Show. Exhibited by Caleb Johnson.

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