Grand Champion Female | 2022 N.W.S.S. Junior Show Congratulations to Paige Wood of Big Cabin, OK! Sold as Lot 5 in the 2021 Red, Redefined Grand Champion Female | 2022 N.W.S.S. Open Show Congratulations to Circle M Farms of Rockwall, TX! Sold as Lot 2 in the 2021 Red, Redefined Grand Champion Female | 2022 Cattlemen’s Congress Congratulations to Emily Paden & Leon Cattle Company of St. Clairsville, OH! Sold as Lot 10 in the 2020 Flash & Function | West 1
2 TABLE OF CONTENTS 12SPOTLIGHTINDUSTRY Advertising Index ................................................................................. 28 Back-to-Back NAJRAE Champion Senior Showman: Paige Van Dyke ................................................................................................................ 22 Breeding a Champion: Morley Griffith............................................ 8 JRA Contact Information ................................................................... 23 JRA Sponsors.......................................................................................... 20 Letter from the Editor ........................................................................... 4 RAAA Board of Directors ................................................................... 28 RAAA Staff Contact Information ...................................................... 4 Show Info ................................................................................................... 6 ALSO IN THIS ISSUE ... JRA ROUND-UP LIVESTOCK SHOWS SPARK CREATIVITY2421 On the cover: Senior showmanship judge Britney Creamer, Montrose, Colorado, selects Paige VanDyke, Louisville, Illinois, at the 2022 NAJRAE. Read Paige’s story on page 22. Photo by Megan Underwood, RAAA intern. BUCKLE & BANNER | FALL 2022 2022 NAJRAE 15 SHOW DAY RECIPE27
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EXPLORE LIFE OUTSIDE OF AGRICULTURE!
“Worry as much about your extracurriculars as your grades. In the end, grades never mattered.”
Multiple people commented that there is much more to life outside of agriculture. “Don’t be afraid to work outside of agriculture for a chapter of your career. There are wonderful people in every industry. You will learn SO much and will serve as an advocate for ag in ways you never imagined.”
Several respondents advised to spend as much time as possible with older generations, and to really listen to their advice. “I would ask the older folks to tell me more about their lives and times growing up and starting out in life,” one person said. “That time will turn into cherished memories later,” another commented.•“Neverbe too proud to ask for help. As a green-behind-the-ears college graduate, I honestly thought I could navigate the job market on my own without using a network of extraordinary set of friends and family members. I would be so much further if I’d been willing to ask and accept help from those who genuinely wanted to help me.”
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BUCKLE & BANNER | FALL 20224 Chief Executive Officer Tom Brink, Ext. 4, tombrink@redangus.org Director of Breed Improvement Ryan Boldt, Ext. 12, ryan@redangus.org Beef Cattle Geneticist Dr. Lindsay Upperman, Ext. 29, lindsay@redangus.org Executive Assistant Halla Pfeiff, Ext. 10, halla@redangus.org REDSPro & Registry Specialist Kaitlyn Fulmer, Ext. 6, kaitlyn@redangus.org REDSPro & Registry Specialist Stephanie Johnson, Ext. 26, stephanie@redangus.org Member Services & DNA Specialist Ryan Starkey, Ext. 5, ryanstarkey@redangus.org DNA Data Programs Coordinator Alana Skelton, Ext. 14, alana@redangus.org DNA Customer Service Specialist Kai Miranda, Ext. 24, kai@redangus.org Database and Registration Consultant Kenda Ponder, Ext. 15, kenda@redangus.org Director of Commercial Marketing Harold Bertz, 816-661-2289, harold@redangus.org Assistant Director of Field Services Katie Martin , Ext. 16, katieochsner@redangus.org Commercial Marketing Specialist Nolan Woodruff, 805-861-0996, nolan@redangus.org Commercial Marketing Specialist Rachael Oliver, 406-480-1569, rachael@redangus.org Commercial Marketing Specialist Cale Hinrichsen, 785-456-3969, cale@redangus.org Assistant Director, Value Added Programs Chessie Mitchell, Ext. 20, chessie@redangus.org Value Added Programs Specialist Jeananne Drouhard, Ext. 18, jeananne@redangus.org Director of Education & Junior Programs Dr. Kim Heller, 515-851-2019, juniors@redangus.org RAM Publisher & Advertising Director Tracey Koester, 701-391-5440, tracey@redangus.org RAM Editor & Director of Communications Brandi Buzzard Frobose, 785-448-0239, brandi@redangus.org B&B Publisher & Communications Specialist Lisa Bryant, 405-766-8942, lisa@redangus.org Show Specialist Erin Dorsey, 970-396-5420, erin@redangus.org Accounting Director Janet Russell, Ext. 11, janet@redangus.org Membership and Receivables Specialist Margaux Midas, Ext. 7, margaux@redangus.org Receptionist Marilyn Imthum, Ext. 3, receptionist@redangus.org 18335 E. 103rd Ave., Ste. 202 Commerce City, CO 80022 940-387-3502 | FAX 888-829-6069 info@redangus.org | RedAngus.org In his “Letter to Me” song, Brad Paisley sings about advice he wish he’d known at 17. Many times throughout my life, I’ve thought a crystal ball foretelling how things would turn out would have made critical decisions muchSinceeasier.lifeis truly the best teacher, I asked some ag friends what message they wish they’d received while growing up. The respondents included purebred and commercial cattle producers, financial advisers, company executives, agribusiness professionals and college students. Hopefully, their experience can help you avoid mistakes and get ahead on life’s path.
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SCHOOL MATTERS
• “Buy land and buy your home as soon as you can. Buy things that appreciate. Vehicles, equipment, etc. all depreciate. I could have bought 80 acres for $32,000 not far out of college. What is that worth today? I bought cows, equipment and junk iron with that $32,000 and rented some land. Now, all the cows and equipment are long gone, but those 80 acres have increased in •value.”“Don’t let the things out of your control wear you down. The weather is the main challenge farmers face. It will take down your attitude, but there
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“PREPARE WHILE OTHERS ARE DAYDREAMING.” — WILLIAM ARTHUR
• “Embrace global travel, take advantage of world class cities and all they have to offer, look beyond agriculture and expand your world view. Your work ethic and your rural values will take you far, but paired with an openness to diversity and critical thinking will make you indispensable.”
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• “Don’t get too caught up in watching your competition that you lose sight of your own work. The best thing you can do is to remove yourself from that and focus on your own work. Build something you enjoy so much that it doesn’t even matter what someone else is doing.”
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• “Strive to be proficient at public speaking — that ability will take you far.”
FARMING AND RANCHING ADVICE
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BUCKLE & BANNER | FALL 20226 INFOSHOW American Royal Kansas City, Missouri | Oct. 6-23 AmericanRoyal.com Early move-in begins, 3 p.m. ........................ Oct. 15 Arrival deadline, check-in Oct. 16 Junior and open show, noon ........................ Oct. 17 Supreme champion heifer show Oct. 23 Junior show judge ................ John McCurry, Kansas Open show judge .......................Tom Hawk, Illinois Northern International Livestock Exposition Billings, Montana | Oct. 14-22 TheNile.org Early move-in begins, 8 a.m. Oct. 19 Arrival deadline, check-in, futurity previewOct............20 Sale preview and sale Oct. 21 Junior and open show, 8 a.m. ....................... Oct. 22 Junior show judge Dan Fawcett, South Dakota Open show judge ...... Amanda Schnoor, California Red Western Classic Show Reno, Nevada | Nov. 1-5 WesternStatesRedAngus.com Junior show judge Clinton Laflin, Kansas Open show judge ................... Chris Sankey, Kansas Tie-outs available, 5 p.m. Oct. 31 Barn open for stall setup, 7 a.m. .................... Nov. 1 Showmanship clinic and contest, WSRAA board meeting, cattle in place Nov. 2 Calcutta auction, Bet on Red junior show, WSRAA membership meeting, junior fun night Nov. 3 Bet on Red Frozen Genetics Sale, Bet on Red open show, Bet on Red Banquet “in the ring”, Bet on Red Online Frozen Genetics Sale Nov. 4 Sale heifer parade, lunch, 25th Annual Bet on Red Sale Nov. 5 North ExpositionInternationalAmericanLivestock Louisville, Kentucky | Nov. 4-17 LivestockExpo.org Move-in begins Nov. 10 Arrival deadline, check-in Nov. 11 Junior show..................................................... Nov. 13 Open show Nov. 15 Junior show judge ........... Andrew Foster, Michigan Open show judge TBA Cattlemen’s Congress Oklahoma City | Jan. 1-14, 2023 CattlemensCongress.com Entry deadline, junior breeding heifer ownership deadline Nov. 18 Arrival ............................................................. Dec. 30 Cattle must be in place, 9 a.m. Jan. 1, 2023 Check-in, 1-4 p.m. .................................. Jan. 1, 2023 National Red Angus Open Bull Show .... Jan. 2, 2023 National Red Angus Junior Show, ...................................................................noonJan. 3, 2023 Red Revolution Sale Jan. 3, 2023 National Red Angus Open Female Show & Pen Bull Show, 9 a.m. ............................................. Jan. 4, 2023 Stockyards City Reds, 1 p.m. Jan. 4, 2023 National Red Angus open female show, 8 a.m. ....... Jan. 5, 2023 Junior show judge Alan Miller, Illinois Open show judge ................ Craig Sand, Oklahoma Pen show judge Tim Loudon, Iowa Hotel reservation deadline ........................... Nov. 28 Hotel blocks: Courtyard Marriott Oklahoma City Airport, $92 Holiday Inn Express Oklahoma City Airport, $109 Springhill Suites Oklahoma City Airport, $109 National Western Stock Show Denver | Jan. 7-22, 2023 NationalWestern.com Begin Yards arrival, 8 a.m. Jan. 12, 2023 Yards cattle in place, 7 p.m. Jan. 14, 2023 Yards pen show, 10 a.m. ....................... Jan. 16, 2023 Begin Hill arrival, 8 a.m. Jan. 15, 2023 Hill cattle in place, 10 a.m. .................. Jan. 16, 2023 Junior show, followed by open show, 8Jan.a.m.17, 2023 Fort Worth Stock Show Fort Worth | Jan. 13-Feb. 4, 2023 FWSSR.com Arrival ........................................................ Jan. 25-26 Show, 11 a.m. Jan. 29 Open show judge ............................ Brian Barrgaree NAJRAE Brookings, South Dakota | June 25-July 1, 2023 NAJRAE.com B&B
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Many Red Angus breeders strive to produce a champion heifer at some point in their career. For Morley Griffith, her goal was achieved at the 2022 North American Junior Red Angus Event in Chickasha, Oklahoma. Griffith’s heifer, MHG Barcelona 107J, was selected as the Grand Champion Bred-and-Owned Female and the Grand Champion Owned Female, on the red dirt.
“The cow has been a genetic breeding piece that has produced many bred-and-owned heifers, the daily care on her is maintained to the highest standard possible,” explained Griffith. “Whether that is making sure her vaccinations are up-to-date or daily checks, she’s an investment and it’s important you care for her to the best of your ability.”
“I have been very fortunate to have success in the showring on the national level, but to do it with a bred-and-owned heifer, and her mother being the one that started my success, is really special. Especially, because it’s my senior year and my show career is coming to a close,” said“BreedingGriffith.show cattle is a difficult challenge, as you’re trying to make them as perfect as possible. You have to evaluate your animal and just try to get it right.
“To feel like you got it right this time is a big deal and I’m very blessed to have experienced the special moment,” Griffith explained. When you begin the genetic selection process, you’re trying to get the animal as perfect as possible. For Morley, she began by looking at the heifer’s mother, DAMAR Barcelona E067. The cow had been very successful in the showring and really took her breeding program to the next level. She started looking at what she would change or improve in the next generation, this included setting her tailhead down and cleaning her up in the front end. Once she knew her desired improvements, she began searching for a bull that could do these things with a moderate-framed female and not overpower the cow.
“We had seen Red Box (MANN Red Box 55C) be successful, and thought with his frame size and genetics, we thought he would be the right match to make the improvements and keep the female’s stoutness. I think we were able to do that,” Griffith said.
Griffith suggests juniors listen to advice from other breeders and attend events like JRA Round-Up. You have the opportunity to see breeding operations across the Continued ...
It’s important to remember you might not achieve perfection on the first try. Griffith showed another bred-and-owned heifer out of a different sire who had the improvements, but didn’t keep the stoutness. She learned from this mating, went back to the drawing board ad found the bull to meet the mold. Constantly evaluating breeding decisions is important to improve the nextGeneticgeneration.selection is an important step in the breeding process, but managing the cow and calf to reach the maximum genetic potential starts on day one.
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• “Don’t let what others think of you bother you. Life happens, live it.”
“Having EPD and DNA specialists at Round-Up made for unique experiences. We learned more about comparing bulls from different operations and how to select genetics to achieve your goals. Always keep the door open for new opportunities,” advised Griffith. Griffith could not achieve her success without the people who have invested in her. She takes the opportunities to engage and listen to the people around her and lets their knowledge influence her decisions.
• “Know the difference between “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it” and the law of diminishing returns. At some point, it’s best to get rid of your equipment and go to an auction to find something used that you can get more life out of without spending so much time in the shop.”
• “You are never too young to start saving for retirement. When you turn 18 and you have income, start a ROTH. You will be surprised to see what a little bit can do with 40 years of growth and a little bit of discipline.”
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INVEST IN YOUR FUTURE
• “Don’t be afraid to ask for help. If you don’t ask, the answer is always no.”
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GENERAL LIFE TIPS
Neil and Leslie Thompson have been instrumental to her success, as his knowledge and her ability to care for cattle, have taken her to the next level. Her parents have positioned her to learn from the best in the business and encouraged her to make the most of opportunities. “Find your team and let them help you achieve your goals,” she said.“Being selected NAJRAE female champion both days, was special to do with my family and the team that has invested so much time into me,” said Griffith. B&B is no point stressing about it. Try to be positive and trust the Lord will provide. Be smart when there is a good harvest and prepare for the drought. It will come.”
• “Don’t sweat the small stuff. Time goes so fast, so I wish I would have slowed down to enjoy it.”
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Someone you know is one chapter ahead of you in life. Don’t be afraid to reach out to a mentor to help coach you in areas where you need help. By learning what worked or didn’t work for them, you can soar ahead in life. Live your best life, from
• “Learn from other’s mistakes.”
The road to the NAJRAE championship has been a golden one for MHG Barcelona 107J and Morley Griffith this year. In January, the duo captured the Cattlemen’s Congress Reserve Champion Junior Heifer title. They followed up in March with not only the Grand Champion Red Angus Heifer at the Oklahoma Youth Expo, but also the Reserve Champion Overall Supreme Bred-and-Owned Female.
• “I was not raised in this industry. Through marriage, I have learned about the agriculture industry. My two thoughts are: 1) Share your story. So many people have no idea about what you do. 2) Take time to appreciate all your opportunities. My children have been able to travel for shows and meet so many people throughout the United States and have made some great friends of all ages.”
• “Buy more cows!”
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• “I wish I would have had more patience with others.”
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I knew I wanted my career to keep me within the ag industry. The opportunities OSU offered me within the animal science program helped me learn through classroom and hands-on experience. Pairing that education with agricultural business courses helped me become a more rounded student and future employee. I use my business knowledge every day for our farm and to bring more value to my customers.
Being involved directly with veterinary medicine wasn’t my original career plan when I started at OSU. The experiences I gained through my extracurricular activities such as research and recruiting helped me develop skills in training, education and networking. These skills, along with strong time management, helped set a strong foundation for being self-motivated and able to use critical skills to work independently in the field on a dayto-day basis. HOW DID JRA HELP PREPARE YOU FOR YOUR FUTURE?
I would have to say Connie VanWye was my biggest cheerleader and mentor from the start. She gave me the opportunity to attend the JRA Round-Up alongside her daughter andTheniece.crew at Red Hill Farms, especially Sarah Jones, were also instrumental in my Red Angus experience, allowing me to work a summer internship on their operation. This is still one of my most cherished memories. WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE TO A YOUNG RED ANGUS ENTHUSIAST?
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Don’t pass up on opportunities to experience something new. The best way to find out what you are truly passionate about is through trial and error. B&B by Lisa Bryant
JRA helped me find a place within the industry and gave me lifelong friends. It is because of the doors JRA opened for me that I am where I am today. WHO WERE YOUR BIGGEST CHEERLEADERS?
Carthage, Missouri. We recently visited with Klair to see how JRA helped prepare her for this career. WHY DID YOU CHOOSE THIS FIELD?
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HOW DID YOUR COLLEGE ACTIVITIES PREPARE YOU FOR YOUR CAREER?
“I most enjoy working with veterinary teams to ensure their hospital success and their ability to promote the best medicine to pet owners,” Klair said. Now married and with a newborn baby, Klair makes her home in
Klair (Hartzold) Dahlstrom didn’t follow a conventional path into JRA through the show ring. The Stanford, Illinois, native grew up on a row crop farm, but was led to a passion for the beef industry after she worked on a family friend’s Red Angus ranch, and later gained internships with other producers.ItwasaRed Angus breeder who invited Klair into JRA activities from 2013 to 2015. Klair attended JRA Round-Up for three years, along with the Young Stockman Program. In 2015, Klair was awarded the JRA Best All-Around Award. Klair moved on to obtain a bachelor’s degree in animal science and agribusiness from Oklahoma State University. She now serves as an account manager for Zoetis for the companion animal division. She is a sales representative for preventative medicine, dermatology products and biologicals. In her role, she partners with veterinarians to ensure they have product support, staff training and program awareness.
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15 took the red dirt by storm at the 2022 North American Junior Red Angus Event in Chickasha, Oklahoma. Juniors brought the heat to the showring with their impressive cattle entries. Red Angus juniors experienced much success on the red dirt and never wavered in the intense heat of the Oklahoma summer. Congratulations to every NAJRAE attendee and all those who worked so hard to make it possible on a successful event! Red Angus juniors GRAND CHAMPION FEMALE AND GRAND CHAMPION BRED-AND-OWNED FEMALE Morley Griffith, Shawnee, Oklahoma MHG Barcelona 107J, 4/22/2021
RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION FEMALE Bret Pembrook, Fairview, Oklahoma WLTR Scarlet 4J ET, 2/19/2021 RESERVE CHAMPION BRED-AND-OWNED FEMALE Zachary Griffith, Marietta, Oklahoma 7KZG Havana H298, 1/7/2020 CHAMPION PERCENTAGE FEMALE Haley Dodge, Terril, Iowa Charlene, 5/10/2021 RESERVE CHAMPION PERCENTAGE FEMALE Jillian Sherman, Woodward, Oklahoma JMSC Boujee, 5/5/2021 CHAMPION BRED-AND-OWNED BULL Madeline Ethington, Danville, Kentucky Cedar Ridge Hellcat 052H, 10/9/2020 RESERVE CHAMPION BRED-AND-OWNED BULL Madison Fischer, Hempstead, Texas TG Suga Bear 115J, 4/21/2021 BUCKLE & BANNER | FALL 202216 STATE HERDSMANSHIP Small state: Arkansas Large state: Missouri PUBLIC SPEAKING Senior: Paige Van Dyke, Louisville, Illinois Intermediate: Claire Janssen, Amber, Oklahoma Junior: Reece McMurphy, Alva, Oklahoma
GRAND CHAMPION RED ANGUS STEER Jensen Vandike, Wallace, Kansas WDRST Oscar 121, 3/28/2021 RESERVE CHAMPION RED ANGUS STEER Grady Scheihing, Watonga, Oklahoma 3 Amigos Mr Johnny Rose, 6/3/2021 GRAND CHAMPION PERCENTAGE STEER Reba Prather, Nancy, Kentucky TC Quest, 2/20/2021 RESERVE CHAMPION PERCENTAGE STEER Brett Sartin, Strafford, Missouri PHC Big Mack 012J, 4/19/2021 GRAND CHAMPION FUTURITY HEIFER Olivia Naylor, Connersville, Indiana KJHT Lets Dance 1160, 4/9/2021 RESERVE CHAMPION FUTURITY HEIFER Bret Pembrook EEG Becca 1567, 2/20/2021 17 2022-2023 ROYALTY Queen: Raygan Krey, Rush Springs, Oklahoma Princesses: Carlee McCracken, Alva, Oklahoma; Grace Ahrendsen, Sioux Rapids, Iowa; and Ashbee Norman, Ramer, Alabama
RETIRING ROYALTY Ahrendsen, Alyssa
Sioux Rapids, Iowa Princesses:
Meier, Clinton, Tennessee
Queen: Emma
NOVICE SHOWMANSHIP
NOVICE: Devyn Frost Event Results
Champions: Amanda Watkins and Tiffany Watkins, both of Dade City, Florida; Emma Rhoden, San Antonio, Florida; and Mitchell Vanderwal, Brentford, South Dakota Reserve champions: Barrett Allen, Ardmore, Oklahoma; Claire Janssen and Blake Janssen, both of Amber, Oklahoma; and Preston Dunn, St. John, Kansas
From left are Ahrendsen, 5th-Belle Watje, Millsap, Texas; 4th-Chase Boone, Forest, Mississippi; 3rd-Alyssa Meier; Reserve Champion-Tucker Bayer, Ringle, Wisconsin; Champion-Jackson Bragg, Salado, Texas; and Judge Katy Satree-Rucker, Jetmore, Kansas.
HERDSMAN QUIZ Senior: Walter Steely, Sebree, Kentucky
Intermediate: Addison Green Russell, Downs, Junior:Kansas Brayden Nieder, Amsterdam, Missouri
Intermediate: Madeline Ethington Junior: Mikka Jo Brumley, Rush Springs, NOVICE:OklahomaPeyton Moore, Atlanta, Missouri
ARTS & CRAFTS
INTERMEDIATE SHOWMANSHIP
SALES TALK Senior: Natalie Evans, Jacksonville, Illinois Junior: Trey Ladner, Conehatta, Mississippi
From left are Red Angus Queen Emma Ahrendsen; 5th-Morgan Jackson, Kaufman, Texas; 4thGreta Rosenhagen, Cheney, Kansas; 3rd-Lee Bjorklund, Henning, Minnesota; Reserve Champion-Andrew Meier, Clinton, Tennessee; Champion Paige VanDyke; and Judge Brittney Creamer, Montrose, Colorado.
Intermediate: Chase Boone
QUIZ BOWL JUNIOR DIVISION
QUIZ BOWL SENIOR DIVISION
SENIOR SHOWMANSHIP
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From left are Ahrendsen, 5th-Cade Vowell, Forest, Mississippi; 4th-Kolby Sweeney, Perkins, Oklahoma; 3rdKara Brooks, Brush Creek, Tennessee; Reserve ChampionMaci Weems, Eustace, Texas; Champion Kyler Plugge; and Creamer.
From left are Ahrendsen, 5th-Caddo Craft, Anadarko, Oklahoma; 4th-Allie Edwards, Beulaville, North Carolina; 3rd-River Raymond, Austin, Arkansas; Reserve ChampionDevyn Frost, Ebson, Kansas; Champion-Charleigh Barnes, Jonesboro, Arkansas; and Satree-Rucker.
Champions: Blaine Frost, Esbon, Kansas; Jensen Vandike, Wallace, Kansas; Demi Schipper, Grainfield, Kansas; and Jacob Jung, Mina, South Dakota Reserve champions: Gage Kildow, Beulaville, North Carolina; Nathan Camp, Loganville, Georgia; Kyler Plugge, Lincoln, Nebraska; and Trey Ladner
Senior: Shannon Jenkins, Lebanon, Missouri
FITTING CONTEST Champions: Cooper Dorn, Henning, Minnesota; Cass Kleeman, Braymer, Missouri; Lee Bjorklund and Luke Bjorklund, Henning, Minnesota Reserve champions: Kade Sweeney, Perkins, Oklahoma; Katelyn Skiles, Council Hill, Oklahoma; Tyler Abney, Watonga, Oklahoma; and Avery McMurphy, Alva, Oklahoma PHOTO CONTEST Senior: Carter Holton, Cisco, Texas Intermediate: Hayden Stubbs, Wallace, Kansas Junior: Brandt Allen, Ardmore, Okahoma NOVICE: Kolt Grinager, Miltona, Minnesota LIVESTOCK JUDGING Senior: Eva Hinrichsen, Westmoreland, Kansas Intermediate: Madison Fischer and Sydney Sanders, Leesburg, Ohio Junior: Brylie Cook, Orlando, Oklahoma NOVICE: Caddo Craft SENIOR INTERVIEW 1st: Emma Ahrendsen 2nd: Brooke Rickey, Whiteford, Maryland 3rd: Shannon Jenkins 4th: Walter Steely 5th: Reba SWEEPSTAKESPrather TOP 10 1st: Avery McMurphy 2nd: Paige Van Dyke 3rd: Brayden Nieder 4th: Reece McMurphy 5th: Hayden Stubbs 6th: Madison Fischer 7th: Reba Prather 8th: Addison Green Russell 9th: Brock Montgomery, Stillwater, Oklahoma 10th: Paige Wood, Big Cabin, Oklahoma RETIRING JUNIOR BOARD DIRECTORS Reba Prather, Nicki Adolph, Mount Carroll, Illinois; and Connor Hildalgo, Amory, Mississippi NAJRAE SCHOLARSHIPS $2,500: Blake Janssen and Dahlia Weber, Rock City, $1,000:Illinois Peyton Nagel, Alhambra, Illinois; Mason Krey, Rush Springs, Oklahoma; Calley Stubbs, Wallace, Kansas; Tiffany Hediger, Alhambra, Illinois; and Walter Steely DAN JOHNSON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP AND CHAIR Reba OUTSTANDINGPrather JUNIOR BOARD MEMBER Gabbi Walters, Pelahatchie, Mississippi 2023 SENIOR BOARD MEMBERS President: Garrett Knebel, Bozeman, Montana Vice president: Kaye Gilbert, Stockport, Iowa Secretary/treasurer: Cheryl Johnson, North Platte, Nebraska Directors: John Fischer, Hempstead, Texas; Jason Bragg, Salado, Texas; Ryan Sweeney, Perkins, Oklahoma; and Brian Shuter, Frankton, Indiana B&B Photos courtesy of Legacy Livestock Imaging and Megan Underwood
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One of the most important lessons for Russell, “Stay true to yourself because no one else can be you. I’ve struggled with this and if I can believe in myself and stay true to who I am, my business will be successful and continue to grow my confidence.”
“I am very petite so I couldn’t find agriculture-inspired clothing at shows that would fit me, so I decided to make some of my own that would fit me and be for everyone,” explained Russell. She started creating adult shirts and giving graphic design a try. She really enjoyed the graphic design aspect and had such a demand for her items, she expanded her business to include youth clothing and baby onesies.
After developing designs, Russell decided to set up at the Nebraska Cattlemen’s Classic to see what others thought of her business. The event was very successful, and she sold out of many sizes and designs. The event boosted her confidence to grow her business by expanding her product line to include more designs and sizes.
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A passion for showing livestock and the struggle to find agriculture clothing gave Addison Green Russell of Harlan, Kansas, the idea to make her
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During her junior Red Angus career, Russell has participated in showing and satellite events such as Young Stockman Program, JRA Round-Up and the North American Junior Red Angus Event. Each experience has taught her how to interact with people and take the lessons to use in customer service.
Russell wants to see her business grow and plans to make it happen by creating her own website and starting social media profiles. She has learned the importance of seeking opportunities to gain experience in areas of her business. She is currently completing an internship that focuses on web design that will give her the skills and knowledge needed for her own website.
Russell has taken many opportunities to experience agriculture from production to business. Establishing her own business has given her more appreciation for entrepreneurs. She plans to continue her business as a side hustle in the years to come and will always be a part of “Noagriculture.matterwhere I end up in my future, my roots will always be in agriculture,” Russell proclaimed.
Whatown.started with a youth entrepreneurship challenge in seventh grade, gave Russell the opportunity to start a business with ideas from her own past experiences.
eing selected as the Champion Senior Showman at the North American Junior Red Angus Event is a goal set by many exhibitors. Achieving this goal, takes hard work, dedication and a strong work ethic.
For Paige Van Dyke, Louisville, Illinois, she not only has achieved this goal twice, but she has also achieved it back-to-back.
“Although the trip started out a little rocky, I can say it helped mold me into the person and showman I am today. It taught me to get outside of my comfort zone, get involved, try new things and meet new people,” said Van Dyke. For Paige, the work starts at home with a lot of stick work and getting her heifer used to standing for a long period of time. The day of, Paige enjoys listening to some upbeat music and drinking a much needed Dr.“IPepper.tendto get in a zone, it’s just me and my heifer working together to reach our goal set from the first day we started working,” Van Dyke explained.
“After my first NAJRAE in 2014, I set my first goal when I left the fairgrounds. I was going to work my hardest and win showmanship at least once before I aged out. I was honored to be selected as the grand champion senior showman in Tennessee and Oklahoma,” said Van Dyke.Paige has grown up in the livestock industry and began her show career showing sheep. Her family raises 20 head of ewes and 150 head of by Megan Underwood, RAAA communications intern purebred Angus cattle, and Paige has started her own Red Angus herd.
“I fell in love with an Angus heifer, Ellie, when I was 12 and decided I wanted to show cattle. After that it took off and the following year, we purchased my first Red Angus female from the Tiedemans. Her name was Annie. She had a very sweet, carefree attitude that was perfect for my first year in the Red Angus breed,” explained Van Dyke. Paige attended her first NAJRAE in 2014. The trip started out a little rocky, when she and her uncle, Kevin, broke down more than 10 times on the side of the interstate. Luckily, the Meier family of Tennessee, was right behind them and hauled them the rest of the way to Grand Island, Nebraska. At the time, Paige was a shy, quiet and nervous girl who didn’t know anyone in the breed, but everyone took her in and made her feel right at home.
Paige was selected as the 2021 NAJRAE Champion Senior Showman in Lebanon, Tennessee, and as the 2022 NAJRAE Champion Senior Showman in Chickasha, Oklahoma.
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Paige has met many wonderful individuals who have made an impact on her. She hopes to be this person for other juniors and leaves them with this
give up and continue to worker harder each day. Watch the showmanship classes before you, find a mentor to help with pointers, and most importantly, have fun. Each show is a new opportunity. Don’t let past classes distract you, walk with confidence and believe in yourself and the bond created between you and your heifer, steer, bull or whatever showmanship animal you choose,” exclaimed Van Dyke. B&B
For more information on the Junior Red Angus Association of America, visit RedAngus.org or call Kim Heller, junior programs coordinator, at 515-851-2019
“Never give up and continue to worker harder each day.” — Paige Van Dyke
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“I hope to continue to grow my herd and help youth exhibitors get involved and reach their goals,” Van Dyke said.
The Junior Red Angus Association of America, the junior affiliate of the RAAA, strives to equip and prepare all members to be leaders, innovators, stewards and advocates for the Red Angus breed, the beef industry and agriculture. The JRA membership actively participates in industry events, conferences and workshops designed to develop members’ critical thinking, leadership and production skill sets. Additionally, the JRA strives to nurture enthusiasm for the beef industry and agriculture, while promoting networking and education.
Paige will be attending Oklahoma State University to major in agricultural communications with a minor in special education and plans to stay active in the Red Angus breed after she’s done showing.
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Heat large nonstick skillet over medium heat until hot. Add ground beef and onion; cook 8 to 10 minutes, breaking into 3/4-inch crumbles and stirring occasionally. Remove drippings. Season with pepper. Stir in beans, corn, ketchup and barbecue sauce. Cook 3 to 5 minutes or until heated through, stirring occasionally.
INGREDIENTS: • 1 1/2 lb. ground beef (95% lean) • 1/2 cup chopped onion • 1/4 teaspoon pepper • 1/2 cup canned black beans, rinsed, drained • 1/2 cup frozen corn • 1/2 cup ketchup • 1/2 cup barbecue sauce • 6 whole wheat sandwich buns, toasted Broccoli Slaw: • 1/4 cup reduced-fat ranch dressing • 1 tablespoon Dijon-style mustard • 2 cups packaged broccoli slaw
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