Saskvalley Stock Farm
to the sponsors, judges, and organizers of the Canadian National Junior Shorthorn Show who put on a great event in Saskatoon.
We will be exhibiting cattle at Farmfair International and Canadian Western Agribition. Stop by the stall to see these two females we’re bringing to town and to discuss your herd bull needs.
Carl – (306) 232-3511 Murray – (306) 232-7131
Barry – (306) 212-0240 barrylehmann15@gmail.com
Saskvalley Myrtle 365G with calf at side
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CJSA National Show
The Canadian Shorthorn Report is looking for pictures to use in the magazine.
Individual or group pictures of bulls, cows, or calves in all seasons, If you have any that you would like to share, please send them to: shorthornreport@gmail.com
Congratulations to Bender on the winning bid for the back cover at the CJSA Fundraiser Auction! It’s been a busy summer for Shorthorn breeders across the country, and it’s rolling right into an action packed fall. A few sales have already taken place. If you are still in the hunt for an addition to your herd, there are still several sales coming up, giving you an oppurtunity to invest in quality genetics. Don’t be afraid to reach out to a breeder and ask for more details. Check out the ads in the Herd Reference and this issue, or for a quick reference go to page 20, to see which sale is coming up.
Many are also getting ready for show season. Of special note is the 50th Anniversary of Edmonton Farmfair. The Canadian Shorthorn National Show will be held at Farmfair this year. It is shaping up to be quite an event. Wishing all exhibitors safe travels to and from their different show destinations.
.Adrianne
Canadian Shorthorn Association President’s Message
Where does the time go? One minute you’re glad the planting is done and the next you are well into harvest. The last few months have been a blur. The summer was a busy one for the CSA with the National Junior Show and the Annual Meeting all being held in Saskatoon on the same weekend! It was a busy few days for all those involved. A huge thank you to Shayla Chappell and her team for keeping everything running smooth on both the junior and ‘senior ‘sides of the fence. Also to Junior advisor Jim Murray for all his hard work and keeping all these juniors engaged in their various tasks. Most importantly to the CSA Junior board who put in a pile of work putting on a super event. Many don’t realize how much the Juniors do for these events. They are the ones who contact sponsors, decide classes, select judges and so much more. Lots of learning and laughing, a great time was had by all.
The CSA board of directors had some really good days of meetings. We had some extra time to discuss other items that had come upon our agenda. It was a great way to banter around ideas on a face to face level. It is very important for directors from all parts of the country to be in attendance for these. The CSA meeting was well attended and had some good discussions. Registrations and memberships are up which is very encouraging. We were able to make a couple of announcements fresh from our meetings. We will be implementing a Pacer Performance Program . Modeled very similar to the one in the United States , this is a way to recognize females and bulls that have exceptional stats. Also effective August 1, all semen collected in Canada for domestic sale are to have proper CFIA documentation, if imported , or documentation from the AI stud where it was collected on file at the CSA office before progeny can be registered.
I would also like to invite you to take part in the World Shorthorn Conference 2025 in July. Dennis Cox and Grant Smith and their team have been working tirelessly on this program. Details are included elsewhere in the magazine..
I encourage everyone to attend a show or sale this fall. There may be a new herdsire or female exhibited or consigned to a sale that would fit into your herd. Richard Moellenbeck
Richard Moellenbeck President & SK Director 306-287-3420 bellmfarms@outlook.ca
Martin Mason Vice President & Ontario Director 519-771-7066 martin.mason@redrosefarm.com
Casey Bishop Alberta Director 780-603-8432 cbishopcattle@gmail.com
Dean Spady BC Director 604-855-2814 spadylivestock@gmail.com
Grayson Ross Manitoba Director 204-851-2293 mosssideshorthorns@gmail.com
Marvin Peters Maritimes Director 902-315-2939 mipet@yahoo.com
Dennis Cox Quebec Director 819-837-2086 triplejcox2018@gmail.com
Shayla Chappell Secretary/Treasurer 306-757-2212 office@canadianshorthorn.com
CSA AGM Report
Saskatoon was the “hot spot” for everything Shorthorn this past August long weekend. With the Canadian Shorthorn Association’s 139th Annual Meeting and the Canadian Junior Shorthorn Association’s National Show, there was no shortage of excitement if you favor the breed. Thank you to those who made another CJSA National Show a success. I would also like to thank the Saskatchewan Shorthorn Association for hosting this year’s AGM and their assistance with the weekend’s festivities.
The annual meeting was well attended and updates were given to the CSA memberships regarding revolutions to the breed. While the Association had undergone a great deal of change in 2023, a good financial standing was reported for the 2023 year and the registry statistics followed suit. As we head into the fourth quarter of 2024, it is projected to be a comparable year to the one before. If you are interested in viewing the 2023 Annual Report, a link is available on the CSA website, or one can be mailed if you would like a hard copy.
Earlier this year, the CSA Board of Directors released a statement about the importation of illegal Shorthorn genetics and their stance on the matter. Further to this statement, an announcement was made during the AGM for a new policy with AI Sires and Embryo Donors. Going forward, the following documentation must be on file with the CSA before progeny can be registered:
AI Sires
● Imported Semen
○ CFIA Import Permit*
● Canadian Bulls
These new requirements apply to new AI Sires or Donor Females with matings not previously documented in the CSA herdbook. Bulls who already have AI or ET progeny in the herdbook will be grandfathered into this policy. All DNA requirements remain unchanged with all donor females and bulls needing a parentage profile completed (SNP or STR), and bulls requiring a TH result on record (free by pedigree or a TH test completed). Providing these documents helps the CSA ensure that these genetics were collected in accordance with government standards and to protect the integrity of the Canadian Beef Industry. If you would like further clarification, please contact the CSA Office or one of your CSA Board Members.
We are looking forward to the months ahead and encourage you to join us for any of the following upcoming Canadian Shorthorn-sanctioned events…
● Canadian Shorthorn National Show
○ November 7th, 2024 @ Farmfair International, Edmonton, AB
● Canadian Shorthorn Association 140th Annual Meeting
○ May 31st, 2025 @ Old Orchard Inn, Wolfville, NS
● World Shorthorn Conference
○ July 3rd-20th, 2025 @ Alberta through Ontario
● CJSA National Show
○ In-Herd Use: None
○ Public Use: Semen Collection Record*
ET Donor Females
● Imported Embryos
○ CFIA Import Permit* and Flush Record
● Canadian Embryos
○ Flush Record
*New Requirement
○ July 16th-19th, 2025 @ Lindsay Ag Society, Lindsay, ON
CJSA Update
What an incredible Junior Show held in Saskatoon! It was a fantastic event with over 60 head of cattle and around 40 juniors participating. We extend our heartfelt thanks to all our volunteers, sponsors, and auction supporters who helped make the show a resounding success. We’re already looking forward to seeing everyone next year in Lindsay, Ontario, where we’ll host another amazing junior show in conjunction with the World Shorthorn Congress!
Juniors, get excited about our upcoming leadership conference which we’re co-hosting with the Canadian Junior Limousin Association and the Young Canadian Simmental Association in February! This exciting event will take place in Nova Scotia, offering a unique opportunity to experience the East Coast. Keep an eye on our Facebook page for sign-up forms and information about travel bursaries as we get closer to the conference date.
The Canadian Junior Shorthorn Association would also like to remind all current members who are
pursuing post-secondary education to apply for the CJSA Scholarship. We will be awarding two $1,000 scholarships to successful applicants. Applications are due by November 1st, and the application form can be found on both our Facebook page and our website.
Finally, we would like to welcome our new board members Tristan Mills from Alberta, Brayden Mills from Alberta, and Sveinna Bjarnarson from Manitoba. Applications to run for a director position will open on January 1st, and applications can again be found on our Facebook page and the CJSA website.
We’re thrilled about what’s ahead and can’t wait to continue creating more unforgettable memories with our CJSA family. Thank you for your continued support and dedication – let’s make the upcoming events just as successful as ever!
Lucy McNiven
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Thankyou
F O R Y O U R S U P P O R T !
Thank you to the following contributors for your support of this year’s CJSA
National Show! It could not have been done without you!
SPONSORS
PLATINUM
Anwender Cattle Company
Bender Shorthorns
Canadian Shorthorn Association
Peckover Farm Ltd.
Star P Farms
SILVER
Bishop Farms
Coldstream Farms
Crawfdown Farms
Double R Land & Cattle
Farm Credit Canada
Flightpath Shorthorns
Head for the Hills Shorthorns
Madge Shorthorns
Martin Farms
NJM Shorthorns
Norheim Ranching
Ontario Shorthorn Association
Prospect Hill Shorthorns
Ramblin Ranch
Trieber Farms
Baehr Acres Shorthorns
Cloverdale Shorthorns
Cointreau Cattle Co
Coldstream Farm
Cypress Industries
Diamond Creek Cattle Co
DLMS
Ellwood Shorthorns
H.S. Knill Transport
Height Land & Livestock Co.
Horseshoe Creek Farm
Jungels Shorthorn Farm
GOLD
Baehr Acres Shorthorns
Bell M Farms
Cargill
Holland Lane Farm
Rockdell Shorthorns
Saskatchewan Shorthorn Association
Shadybrook Farm Ltd.
BRONZE
Animal Health Clinic of Humboldt
Armac Shorthorns
BC Shorthorn Association
BJH Shorthorns
Clover Leaf Farms
Diamond Creek Cattle Co.
Diamond Shorthorns
Holman Valley Shorthorns
Long Lake Shorthorns
Manitoba Shorthorn Association
Red Rose Farm
Ryan Hurlbert Auctioneering Services
The Canadian Shorthorn Report
Trailview Shorthorns
Vanridge Cattle Company
LIVE AUCTION DONORS
Kristjansson Farms
Kroner Cattle Co.
Long Lake Shorthorns
McNiven Farms
Millbrook Farm Reg'd
Mosside Shorthorns
Muridale Shorthorns
New Rosedale Feed Mill
NJM Shorthorns
Schutz Cattle Co.
The Canadian Shorthorn Report
Welling's Shorthorns
Pee Wee Division
Heifer Calf Champion
Edensville Melody Blossom 17MKingsley Whalen
Yearling Heifer Champion
Rockdell Buckingham 14L- Adley Graham
Yearling Heifer Reserve Champion
Rockdell First Lady 42L- Rowynn Graham
Overall PeeWee Female
Rockdell Buckingham 14L- Adley
Graham
Reserve Overall PeeWee Female
Rockdell First Lady 14L- Roywnn
Graham
Open Yearling Heifer
Saskvalley Cindy 121L - Harleigh Carlson
Overall Open Female
Saskvalley Cindy 121L- Harleigh Carlson
Owned Heifer Calf
Valhalla Maida 96M- Amelia Laroque
Owned Yearling Heifer
Glenford Miss Patsy 6L- Quinn
Keller
Reserve Owned Yearling Heifer
Head for the Hills Paydirt 29L ETSpencer Hill
Owned 2 Year Old
Birdtail Beauty 2K/SJV Myrtle Jean
8M- Sigga Vigfusson
Reserve Owned 2 Year Old
Pic-A-Spot Passion 20K/Big Mac
2M- Ethan Snider
CJSA Show Results
Head for the Hills Paydirt 29L ETSpencer Hill
Bred & Owned Heifer Calf
Edensville Majestic Joan 13MBrayden Mills
Reserve Bred & Owned Heifer
Calf
TSS Katrina 3M- Harlenn Osborn
Bred & Owned Yearling Heifer
Prospect Hill Lola Maid 17LBrayden Mills
Reserve Bred & Owned Yearling
Head for the Hills Daisy Sophi 24LSpencer Hill
Bred & Owned Mature Cow
Propect Hill Jem Blossom/ Edensville Melody Blossom 17MKingsley Whalen
Bred & Owned Senior Female
Prospect Hill Jem Blossom/ Edensville Melody Blossom 17M-
Kingsley Whalen
Champion Bred & Owned Female
Prospect Hill Lola Maid 17LBrayden Mills
Reserve Champion Bred & Owned Female
Edensville Mystic Joan 13MBrayden Mills
Grand Champion Female
Glenford Miss Patsy- Quinn Keller
Reserve Grand Champion Female
Head for the Hills Paydirt 29L ETSpencer Hill
Bull Calf
Prospect Hill Maximum 26MSakura Whyte
Trieber Thunderstruck 13L- Chelsey Trieber
Shorthorn Influenced Steer
Ernie- Emma Lehmann
Reserve Influenced Steer
Tazer- Chelsey Trieber
Graphic Design- Junior
1.Emmit Moellenbeck
Owned Mature Cow
Hattle Lake Diamond 12G/Prospect
Hill Maximum 26M- Tristan Mills
Reserve Owned Mature Cow
Diamond Creek Katrina 1J/TSS
Katrina 3M- Harlan Osborn
Overall Senior Female
Birdtail Beauty 2K/SJV Myrtle Jean
8M-Sigga Vigfusson
Reserve Overall Senior Female
Hattie Lake Diamond 12G/Prospect
Hill Maximum 26M- Tristan Mills
Champion Owned Female
Glenford Miss Patsy 6L- Quinn
Keller
Reserve Champion Owned Female
Yearling Bull
Subzero Lightning Strike 1LTristan Mills
Grand Champion Bull
Prospect Hill Maximum 26MSakura Whyte
Reserve Grand Champion Bull-
Subzero Lightning Strike 1LTristan Mills
Shorthorn Plus Heifer Calf
SJV Myrtle Jean 8M- Sigga Vigfusson
Shorthorn Plus Yearling Heifer
OM Fergie’s Glam 1L- Brooklyn
Olson
Reserve Shorthorn Plus Yearling
2.Chase Possberg
Graphic Design- Intermediate 1.Maelle Moellenbeck
2.Svienna Bjarnarson
Graphic Design- Senior
1.Lyndsey Peltzer
2.Jessica Davey
Graphic Design- Senior + 1.Royce Moellenbeck
2.Morgan Lehmann
Literature- Junior
1.Bronwyn Zwicker
2.Chase Possberg
Literature-Intermediate
1.Maelle Moellenbeck
2.Quinn Keller
Literature- Senior
1.Lucy McNiven
2.Sigga Vigfusson
Literature- Senior + 1.Royce Moellenbeck
Photography-Junior
1.Aklen Keller
2.Chase Possberg
Photography- Intermediate
1.Emma Lehmann
2.Emma Anderson
Photography- Senior 1.Katherine Possberg
2.Sigga Vigfusson
Photography- Senior + 1.Morgan Lehmann
2.Royce Moellenbeck
Judging Cards-Junior
1.Chelsey Trieber
2.Ethan Snider
Judging Cards- Intermediate 1.Emma Anderson
2.Eloise Laroque
Judging Cards- Senior
1.Jessica Davey
2.Lucy McNiven
Judging Cards- Senior + 1.Bryanne Peltzer
2.Morgan Lehmannc
Cattlemen’s Test- Juniors
1.Samuel Leaman
2.Bronwyn Zwicker
Cattlemen’s Test- Intermediate
1.Harlenn Osborn
2.Lincoln Graham
Cattlemen’s Test- Senior
1.Harleigh Carlson
2.Lyndsey Peltzer
Cattlemen’s Test- Senior +
1.Morgan Lehmann, Royce Moellenbeck (tie)
2.Bryanne Peltzer
Team Grooming- Junior
1.Bronwyn Zwicker, Chelsey Trieber
2.Ainsley Fraser, Aklen Keller
Team Grooming- Intermediate
1.Mason Zwicker, Chase Possberg
2.Harlenn Osborn,Emma Anderson
Team Grooming- Senior
1.Jessica Davey, Harleigh Carlson
2.Austin Krieger, Brayden Mills
Public Speaking- Junior
1.Amelia Laroque
2.Emmitt Moellenbeck
Public Speaking- Intermediate
1.Maelle Moellenbeck
2.Sveinna Bjarnarson
Public Speaking- Senior
1.Katherine Possberg
2.Jessica Davey
Public Speaking- Senior +
1.Morgan Lehmann
Showmanship- Junior
1.Bronwyn Zwicker
2.Chelsea Trieber
Showmanship- Intermediate
1.Mason Zwicker
2.Maelle Moellenbeck
Showmanship- Senior
1.Lyndsey Peltzer
2.Harleigh Carlson
Showmanship- Senior +
1.Morgan Lehmann
2.Bryanne Peltzer
Sales Talk- Junior
1.Emmitt Moellenbeck
2.Amelia Laroque
Sales Talk- Intermediate
1.Mason Zwicker
2.Maelle Moellenbeck
Sales Talk- Senior
1.Sigga Vigfusson
2.Jessica Davey
Sales Talk- Senior +
1.Royce Moellenbeck
2.Bryanne Peltzer
Team Judging (Judge)- Junior
1.Chelsey Trieber
2.Bronwyn Zwicker
Team Judging (Judge)-
Intermediate
1.Sveinna Bjarnarson
2.Emma Anderson
Team Judging (Judge)- Senior
1.Jessica Davey
2.Sigga Vigfusson
Team Judging (Judge)- Senior + 1.Bryanne Peltzer
2.Morgan Lehmann
Team Judging (Ringperson) Junior
1.Amelia Laroque
2.Chase Possberg
Team Judging (Ringperson)
Intermediate
1.Mason Zwicker
2.Lincoln Graham
Team Judging (Ringperson) Senior 1.Lucy McNiven
2.Tristan Mills
Team Judging (Ringperson) Senior+
1.Bryanne Peltzer
2.Morgan Lehmann
Aggregate Winner- Junior
1.Bronwyn Zwicker
2.Chelsea Trieber
Aggregate Winner- Intermediate 1.Maelle Moellenbeck
2.Sveinna Bjarnarson
Aggregate Winner- Senior
1.Jessica Davey
2.Sigga Vigfusson
Aggregate Winner- Senior + 1.Morgan Lehmann
2.Royce Moellenbeck
Maritime Junior Showcase
The event, organized by Bailey Burgess, and hosted by OUR Place Farm, had Junior members from New Brunswick and Nova Scotia in attendance. There were 19 Juniors and 21 animals at the event.
Judge was Kyler Dingle from Shubenacadie.
Winners:
Champion Female - Owen Fraser
Champion Shorthorn Plus - Faith Atkinson
Champion Showperson - Faith Atkinson
AJSA Junior Show results 2024
July 4-6, 2024 Lacombe, Alberta
Open Show Judge, Dan Skeels
Grand Champion Female
Holland Lave Eva Leah 1L, exhibited by Bronwyn Zwicker
Reserve Champion Female
Prospect Hill Gem Blossom, exhibited by Tristan Mills
Grand Champion Bull
Majestic Big Flash 202L, exhibited by Kenadee Pimm
Reserve Champion Bull
Sub Zero Lightning Strike, exhibited by Tristan Mills
Jackpot Show Judge, Landon Schutz
Champion Jackpot Female
Holland Lave Eva Leah 1L, exhibited by Bronwyn Zwicker
Reserve Champion Jackpot Female
DASF Billie Jean 6L ET, exhibited by Whitney Longhurst
Champion Jackpot Steer
Scully, exhibited by Mason Zwicker
Reserve Champion Jackpot Steer
Trieber Tazer 46L, exhibited by Chelsey Trieber
Spirit of the Youth Award, Kendal Pimm (presented by Jenny Patriquin)
Herdsman Award, Brooke VanDeVoorde (presented by Casey Bishop)
18TH WORLD SHORTHORN CONFERENCE UPDATE
As you know from previous articles in the Report, the Canadian Shorthorn Association will be hosting the 18th World Shorthorn Conference in Canada, July 3rd to 20th, 2025.
The Canadian Shorthorn Association Board has established a Conference Organizing Committee with the task of organizing the 2025 Conference and associated tour. The Organizing Committee chaired by Dennis Cox, includes Provincial Representatives: Casey Bishop, Carl Lehmann, Grayson Ross, Martin Mason, Martin Peters and Grant Smith. This committee has worked steadily for the past year to identify and the confirm Conference Tour Route, specific Shorthorn farm visits, and other Shorthorn related events. The Conference Tour will also include several scenic and special event stops that we believe will be of interest to our international guests. The organizing committee has prepared an 18th World Conference Brochure which includes the detailed Conference Itinerary shown here.
Day 1- Thursday July 3
Arrive at Calgary, Alberta for Welcome Reception & Dinner. Overnight in Calgary, Alberta
Day 2- Friday July 4
Visit Lake Louise and Banff. Bow River Raft trip, overnight in Calgary, Alberta
Day 3- Saturday July 5
Visit Ramblin Ranch Shorthorns, and Diamond
Shorthorns. Overnight in Calgary, Alberta
Day 4- Sunday July 6
Visit the Royal Tyrell Museum, Olds College, and the Alberta Junior Shorthorn Show. Overnight in Olds, Alberta
Day 5- Monday July 7
Visit Crooked Post Shorthorns and Sharom Shorthorns. Overnight in Westlock, Alberta
Day 6- Tuesday July 8
Visit M2 Ranch and Presentation. Overnight in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
Day 7- Wednesday July 9
Visit Batoche National Historic Site and Saskvalley Stock Farms. Overnight in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
Day 8- Thursday July 10
Visit Wanuskewin Heritage Park, Pound-Maker Agventures and Bell M Farms. Overnight in Humbolt, Saskatchewan
Day 9- Friday July 11
Visit Bender Shorthorns. Overnight in Yorkton, Saskatchewan
Day 10- Saturday July 12
Visit Birdtail Shorthorns and Poplar
Park Farms. Overnight in Brandon, Manitoba
Day 11- Sunday July 13
Visit the Manitoba Bull Test Station, a Shorthorn Showcase, and Mosside Shorthorns. Overnight in Brandon, Manitoba
Day 12- Monday July 14
Confernce Professional Day and Business Meeting. Overnight in Brandon, Manitoba
Day 13- Tuesday July 15
Travel to Winnipeg, then by air to Toronto. Overnight in Collingwood, Ontario
Day 14- Wednesday July 16
Visit Hill Haven Farm and Coldstream Farm. Overnight in St Jacobs, Ontario
Day 15- Thursday July 17
Visit the Elora Beef Research Station, Elora town Banbury Grasslands. Overnight in St Jacobs. Ontario
Day 16- Friday July 18
Visit a Niagara Winery, Niagara Falls, and the Skylon Tower. Overnight in Niagara Falls, Ontario
Day 17- Saturday July 19
Visit the Canadian National Junior Shorthorn Show, and Ontario/Quebec/Maritime Breeders Showcase. Overnight in Lindsay, Ontario Day 18- Sunday July 20
Travel to Toronto Airport or Airport Hotel
Further information, including Conference costs and other important details will be available shortly.
The Conference Organizing Committee recognizes that carrying our a World Conference will require some costs and a lot of volunteer work on the part of the Provincial Associations involved, and individual Shorthorn Association members. We than you all for your assistance, hosting the Conference would not be possible without your help!
In closing, the Committee would also like to thank Ms. Anne Proctor, Marlin Travel (formerly with Bodmin Shorthorns) for her work in organizing travel plans, accomadation and specific events for the Conference Tour.
Grant Smith
The 2024 Prairie Conservation Incentives Guide has been updated. This guide outlines over 30 conservation and stewardship programs that pertain to grasslands, wetlands, riparian areas and croplands across Manitoba, Saskatchewan and Alberta. This guide aims to connect producers, landowners, conservation organizations, government extension, etc. with the available programs that will help achieve their conservation goals.
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Country Connection Alberta
Fall has finally arrived and the sound of weaned calves will soon fill the air. A year’s worth of hard work coming to the pen. Hopefully cattle prices will remain strong through the fall run of calves to market. The ASA is looking forward to a strong fall/winter sale season. There are numerous female sales across Alberta this year. Check out the new and improved ASA website at www.albertashorthorn.com to view all the sales. Links to catalogs will be posted there. Changes are coming within the ASA this year. At the AGM on July 6th, we welcomed new board members Christine Tilleman and Jason Yamchuk, with repeat board members filling in other terms. Our new president this year is Fred Trieber. For a current list of the board members, please visit our website. The AGM was held in conjunction with the AJSA Junior Show. It was well attended and fun was had by the exhibitors of all ages.
At the AGM, the updated bylaws were passed by the membership and are now in effect for the association. Hi Point Awards were presented to the breeders who had a successful show season last year. Our Breeder of Merit was awarded to Trieber Farms of Beaverlodge, AB. The 4-H incentive draw was held and 2 lucky winners received coupons to use toward the purchase of a shorthorn/ shorthorn influence animal for the next season.
The ASA website has been revamped and updated. We would like to thank Jenna Lingley and Christine Tilleman for all the many hours of hard work this
project required. The website includes an interactive member map, current events, board information and a new member log in area where our membership can view meeting minutes and reports. It also provides the links to virtual meetings for members that wish to attend and give input and ideas. The board is eager to
engage with the membership and move the association forward.
The National Shorthorn Show is being held this year at Farm Fair International. This is the 50th anniversary for Farm Fair and there are some great events happening. The association looks forward to seeing breeders from across the country and celebrating everything shorthorn. We are planning to have some fun and look forward to building relationships that will last for years to come.
We hope that harvest goes well for everyone. Have a fun and safe fall.
Shari Barto
ASA Secretary
Manitoba
Howdy folks! It seems like just a few weeks ago I was sitting down to write the report for the summer edition. I guess this means another summer has flown by in the blink of an eye.
Here in Manitoba, the coming months look to bring much excitement for the breed. This year there are two female sales in Manitoba, the Gentle by Nature Online sale held September 26th, 2024 on DLMS Farm Gate as well as the 3rd Annual Jewels of the Prairie Female sale held December 11th at the Keystone Center in Brandon, MB. Both sales will bring forward an excellent set of Shorthorn Females.
The board of directors have been busy planning for another Shorthorn show at Manitoba Ag Ex, the largest all breeds show in Manitoba. This year the Shorthorn show will be held October 24th. We would be thrilled for you to bring your cattle to Brandon or just come down to view the cattle on display, it’s sure to be a great show!
I look forward to catching up with everyone, whether it be at a show or sale this fall!
Terrance Vodon
Manitoba Shorthorn
Association
Vice President
Saskatchewan
Greetings, all! Another summer has come & (mostly) gone, and here we are entering fall: harvest & show season.
As always, some reminders:
• Website (www.saskshorthorns.com): our website is updated frequently & all information/forms/etc can be found here. We have introduced a new Saskatchewan directory that will soon be live on our website – we
encourage Saskatchewan breeders/members to take advantage of this! We also feature a Classifieds tab for Saskatchewan members to place ads. We would certainly like to see these features utilized more!
• Facebook: Saskatchewan Shorthorn Association (@saskshorthorns) – updates are all posted here, for those who are on Facebook & would like to follow along!
• Email: saskshorthornassociation@outlook.com – etransfers can also be sent to this address.
This time of year for the SSA is pretty well solely focused on Canadian Western Agribition. Preparations are underway & we are very excited for this year’s event. Detailed information and forms are available on our website – https://saskshorthorns.com/agribition. html
• Our judge this year is Tyson Hertz of Glentworth, SK.
• Betty Wyatt has retired from her duty as barn boss, and we are happy to welcome Corey Schaeffer who will be joining us in this capacity.
• Our host hotel is, once again, the Atlas Hotel. We have a new booking form to be included in our block, this will be emailed to all exhibitors and is also available on our website & socials.
• Our annual banquet is held the Thursday evening of CWA and is a really great event. This is a short program featuring awards, fellowship, and an excellent meal.
• The CWA sale will be held Thursday November 28th at 1:30pm. Contact R&R Sales Management to consign!
• Please direct all inquiries to our email address, or 306-946-9808 (preferably text for quicker response!)
Congratulations to our awardees for 2024:
• Honour of the Breed: George Laclare, Poplar Dell Shorthorns
• Commercial Breeder: Alf & Les Cleggett
We hosted the CSA AGM & CJSA National Show in Saskatoon, August 1-4th and what a great weekend it was! Thank you to everyone who played a part in planning & making it such a success, and well done to the CJSA board & Juniors for such a great show.
Our 4-H submissions for 2024 have closed and we want to thank & congratulate all who submitted their Grand Champion/Reserve Champion winnings! These kids will be featured on our Facebook page in the coming weeks.
The Shorthorn Alliance sale will be held Thursday December 12th at Saskatoon Livestock Sales. Contact R&R Sales Management to consign (deadline for purebreds: October 25th)
Hope everyone has a safe, bountiful harvest & all the
Ontario
The summer and fall seasons are always busy but this year has been particularly busy. Here’s what we’ve been up to.
OSA picnic, July 13 in Ballinafad
The picnic was a great opportunity to chit chat with old and new friends. A highlight was Ted Hossfeld, recent “Legend of the Breed” recipient’s recollection of 80 years in the shorthorn community.
Ontario Junior Shorthorn Show, August 17 in Erin
There were almost 50 juniors participating, with over 75 head. Despite weather (tornado warnings) the show went on without a hitch. We are lucky to have so many volunteers to make this show work.
Showmanship results:
Grand Champion: Kierra Wallace
Reserve Grand Champion: Logan Kinsley
Conformation results:
Champion Shorthorn Plus: Logan Kinsley - HILL
HAVEN CUMBERLAND DYAN 43L
Reserve Champion Shorthorn Plus: Elizabeth Lockhurst - BLM MERLO 2M
Champion Purebred Bull: Logan Kinsley – HILL
HAVEN LIBERTY 9M
Reserve Champion Purebred Bull: Elizabeth WhiteDJL FLASH
Grand Champion Female: Logan Kinsley - HILL
HAVEN BREATHTAKER SAGE 288L ET
Reserve Grand Champion Female: Delaney HopkinsHOLLAND LANE KACEY MACEY 4M
Fair season
-Shorthorns were well represented at many local fairs: Renfrew, Barrie, Fergus, Arthur, Acton, Lindsay, Oro,
Paris, and Owen Sound to name a few.
- The OSA All-Star Series (formerly OSA Point show) well under way, four more eligible shows to come. Stay tunned for results.
Upcoming events:
-Display booth at the “International Plowing Match” October 1 to 5 in Lindsay
-Emerson Clarke Memorial Junior Shorthorn Show, October 31, at the Royal. Calves can be provided to juniors who have no calf at Royal. There will be prizes for all participants. Rules and regulations are on the OSA Facebook page. All Canadian Juniors are welcome.
-Meeting of OSA Juniors and election of Junior Board, at Royal -Masterfeeds National Junior Beef Heifer Show, at the Royal, November 1 & 2
-Royal Shorthorn Show, November 2 New for this year: Each entry shown in the ring for the Shorthorn Breeder's Herd class will be eligible to receive the James W. Rummerfield award of $500
-OSA Fall Classic Sale, November 16 at Maple Hill Auctions in Walkerton Hope to see you all at one of our upcoming events.
Feathers & Farmland
Eastern Kingbird
Description:
The Eastern Kingbird is a striking bird known for its bold black and white appearance. With a body length of about 19-23 cm (7.5-9 inches), it is slightly smaller than a Robin. The Kingbird has a slate-gray to black head, white underparts, and a distinctive whitetipped tail, which makes it easy to identify in the field. Despite its relatively small size, the Eastern Kingbird is fearless, often seen aggressively defending its territory from larger birds like hawks, crows, herons, anyone that is perceived as a threat. Eastern Kingbirds are part of a group of birds known as ‘Aerial Insectivores’ that feed primarily on flying insects, which they catch mid-air.
Habitat and Distribution:
Eastern Kingbirds are found across a wide range in North America. They prefer open areas, especially near water, such as fields, pastures, and the edges of woodlands. They often use fence posts, utility wires, or tree branches as perches from which they hunt. Once they spot a meal, they’ll fly out, snatch it, and then return back to their perch to search for the next snack. During the breeding season, they are most abundant in southern Canada from coast to coast. Eastern Kingbirds make the long migration all the way to migrate to South America for the winter.
Interesting Facts and Conservation: Eastern Kingbirds are known for their aggressive territorial behavior. They will chase away birds much larger than themselves, earning them their ‘regal’
common name, and their inclusion in family of Tyrant Flycatchers. They are able to delay breeding depending on food availability, ensuring optimal conditions for their young. Although Eastern Kingbird populations remain relatively stable, habitat loss and changes in agricultural practices pose threats to these and other Aerial Insectivores. To help conserve their populations, maintaining grasslands and pastures and avoiding insecticide use whenever possible and preventing insecticide contamination of wetlands, where much of the insect prey for these birds come from, will help keep these common birds common.
Scan the QR code for more information about Eastern Kingbirds including what they sound like!
Birds Canada’s mission is to drive action to increase the understanding, appreciation, and conservation of birds in Canada. For more information about us and our work, please visit birdscanada.org or birdscanada. org/grasslands.
If you have any questions or would like more information about the Eastern Kingbird, other birds, or about our work, please feel free to reach out to me.
Ian Cook Grassland Conservation Manager
Hearth & Home
Norman “Gerald” Alexander, of Weyburn, Saskatchewan, born July 6, 1925, passed away September 9, 2024 at the age of 99 years.
Gerald was predeceased by his parents, James and Alicia Alexander; first wife, Pauline Alexander & second wife, Delia Alexander; daughter, Barbara LeBlanc and all of his eleven brothers and sisters.
Gerald will be lovingly remembered by his son, Grant (Chris) Alexander of Weyburn, SK; daughter, Betty Stewart (Bob) of Kelowna, BC; grandson, Aaron & children Andrew & Jaydon, grandson, Joel (Sarah) & children, Madeline, Abigail & Dean, granddaughter, Meaghan (Steve) & children, Ronan and Violet; son in law, Rob LeBlanc of Edmonton, AB; grandson, Michael (Talea) & children, Skylar, Kelin & Torin, grandson, Ryan & his son, Haylo; daughter, Kathy (Jim) Vancha of Delisle, SK; granddaughter, Lindy (Collin) & children, Abby and Ethan, grandson, Jordan (Kathleen) & children, Lukas and Max, grandson, Andrew (Angela) & children, Tucker, Alex and June as well as nieces, nephews, extended families and friends.
Gerald was very active in numerous community, provincial and national organizations throughout his life. He was the Chairman of the Goodwater School Board for 15 years, President of the Goodwater Rural Telephone Company for many years. He was Chairman of the Goodwater Rink Board in 1957 when the new hockey rink was built. He spent over 15 years on the Board of directors of the Weyburn Co-operative Association and was Chairman of the board for 10 years. He was leader of the Lomond 4-H Beef Club for many years as well. He was a proud supporter of 4-H and was a member of the first 4-H club established in Saskatchewan and had attended every Interclub 4-H show held in Weyburn since they started. He was on the founding committee of Canadian Western Agribition and represented Agribition at the Royal show in Coventry, England and the Commonwealth agricultural tour of Britain. He was a long- time director of the Sask Shorthorn Association and was a Past President. As well he spent 11 years on the board of directors of the Canadian Shorthorn Association and spent 3 years as President of the CSA. One of the highlights in his presidency of the CSA was hosting the 1980 World Shorthorn Conference in Calgary. He was also Chairman of the Saskatchewan Cattle Breeders Association. He was on the board of directors of the Weyburn Red Wings hockey club and enjoyed singing the National Anthem at Red Wings games for many years.
Gerald was honoured as a” Legend of the Breed” by the Canadian Shorthorn Association and a “Builder of the Breed” by the American Shorthorn Association and is one of the very few people outside the US that has received this award. He received an Honour Scroll from the Sask Livestock Association for his support and furtherment of the livestock industry in this province. Gerald loved to sing and he spent many years singing in the Octavious Singers and Variations choir in Weyburn. He also sang at dozens and dozens of weddings and funerals in the community right up to just before his passing. He also loved to sing in the choir at his church, the Weyburn Free Methodist Church. For many years, he sang “O Holy Night” at the Christmas Eve service at the church.
As a young man, Gerald was active in numerous sports such as hockey and was the Captain of the Goodwater Oil Kings hockey team for several years. As he got older, he continued to love sports of all kinds and seldom missed a Weyburn Red Wings game right from when they were established in the early 60s. On the night he was admitted to the hospital, he had attended a Red Wings game and he told the doctor that he wanted to be out of the hospital soon as there was another game he wanted to attend, two nights later. In the summer, he could usually be found at many ball games in Weyburn.
To say that he enjoyed a very active life is an understatement. He absolutely loved life and loved his community. On his return from many trips, he would oftentimes say that the places he visited
were nice to see, but he really had never found a place he would rather live than in the Weyburn community.
It was 126 years between the birth of Gerald’s parents first child and his death. This is something I doubt if any parent could have ever imagined.
Interment will take place Saturday, September 28, 2024 at 1:00 p.m. at Green Acres Memorial Gardens, Weyburn, Saskatchewan and the Memorial Service will follow, Saturday, September 28, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. at Weyburn Free Methodist Church, Weyburn, Saskatchewan with Reverend Jody Pfeifer and Reverend Wade Fitzpatrick officiating.
In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Gerald may be made to the Weyburn Free Methodist Church or the Canadian Cancer Society.
50th Anniversary Shadybrook Shorthorns
Happy 50th Anniversary to Shadybrook Shorthorns for 50 years in the Shorthorn business and 40 years of production sales!
Shadybrook’s success can be attributed to their consistently breeding for excellent foundation females & show winners.
Shadybrook are also strong supporters of the Junior program, helping the next generation succeed in the Shorthorn business.
Congratulations to everyone at Shadybrook Shorthorns and wishing you many more years of success!
25th Anniversary Hill Haven Shorthorns
Congratulations to Hill Haven Shorthorns on being a part of the breed for 25 years. Hill Haven is known for their quality breeding stock including Firestorm 28C and the Sierra, Breathless, and Breathtaker cow families that were started by Kelina the great, great grand dam of them all. Hill Haven are active members provincially and nationally and are big supporters of the Junior program.
Congratulations to Hill Haven Shorthorns, wishing you continued success for many years to come!
SHORTHORN ALLIANCE Sale
4-H Hall of fame 2024
CoNGRaTUlaTIoNS To THe 4-H memBeRS WHo SHoWeD SHoRTHoRN & SHoRTHoRN INflUeNCe CaTTle aS THeIR 4-H PRoJeCTS
Logan Hargrave
Heifer: CSF Margie 2331 ET8 Grey County 4-H Beef Club
Champion Pre 4-H Female
Delaney Vandersluis
Heifer: Vanridge R Dell Rosie Lilac 2L Elm Creek 4-H Beef Club
Ainsley Fraser
Heifer: Head for the Hills Lollipop 7L Abbotsford 4-H Beef Club
Top Shorthorn Heifer
Beef and Vegetable Casserole
1 lb ground beef
2 cups shredded zucchini, fresh or frozen
1 medium onion chopped
1 clove garlic minced, or 1 tsp garlic in oil
1/2 tsp dried marjoram
1/2 cup salsa
1 (10oz) condensed tomato soup
2 cups kernel corn
1 tsp seasoned salt
2 cups flour
1 tbsp baking powder
Logan Kinsley
Heifer: Hill Haven Breathtaker Sage 288L Grey County 4-H Beef Club Grand Champion Female
Otto Veldhuis
Steer: Shorthorn/Angus Elm Creek 4-H Beef Club
Carly Watson
Ilderton Fair Market Show & Sale
Final weight 1309 lbs
2 tsp sugar
1/2 tsp cream of tartar
1/2 tsp salt
1/8 tsp garlic powder
1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup shredded cheddar
1/2 cup sour cream
1 cup milk
1. Preheat oven to 375F
2.Brown meat. Add zucchini, onion and garlic and cook until tender.
3. In 9x13 place meat mixture, marjoram, salsa, soup and corn and seasoned salt and mix together
Delaney Vandersluis
Steer: Merlin Elm Creek 4-H Beef Club
Rylee Hastie
Steer: Charles Abbotsford 4-H Beef Club
Top Shorthorn Steer @ MRPM Countryfest (Maple Ridge, BC), PNE, Island Beef 4-H Spring Show
Future 4-H project?
4. In a bowl, mix together flour, baking powder, sugar, cream of tartar, salt & garlic powder. Cut in the butter until mixture is coarse crumbs. Mix in cheese, sour cream and milk. Spread over the meat mixture.
5.Bake uncovered for 35 min until bubbling and the biscuit topping is a golden brown.
@ MRPM Countryfest (Maple Ridge, BC), Island Beef 4-H Spring Show
red rose te milestone 7m
muridale thermal energy
Dr. Christine Ewert
& Dr. Clarke
(306) 452-3803 (H) (306) 452-7867 (C) christine.ewert@gmail.com
Jane, Shelby & Josie Crawford 519-857-7333 riverpointcc@hotmail.com
48 LOTS AVERAGED $8,569 ~ Selling to 6 CANADIAN PROVINCES & 11 US STATES
TOP SELLING LOT AT $25,000 was SHADYBROOK FLAME 8L ET selling to POPLAR LANE FARM, ON.
TOP SELLING OPEN HEIFER AT $23,000 was SHADYBROOK PERFECT 7M ET selling to MERIDETH LAND & CATTLE, MO. THE FIRST “GREENS FORK” HEIFER CALVES OFFERED FOR SALE AVERAGED $11,000 (PL DAISY 74M & CAROLYN 102M) to WHR Shorthorns, the Rasor Family, TX
CAROLYN 102M
Bell M Farms, SK
Carey Johnston Partners, QC
Cheyenne Cattle, KY
Clarke and Christine Hill, SK
David Luett and Family, IA
DJS Shorthorns, NE
OUR SINCERE THANKS TO ALL BUYERS AND BIDDERS to make for a successful sale event on our 50th Anniversary.
Emily Wilde, WY Flightpath, ON
Sixss Shorthorns, PA Hill Haven Shorthorns, ON Holland Lane Farm, ON Jeff Ross, MB
Jessica Osterman, SD
Jim and Brenda Cormaney, IA
Justin Vogel, ND
Linda Fisher, AB
Little Cedar Cattle Company, MI
London Publishing Corp., ON
LAURENCE PATHY
Lloyd Wright, Manager: cell, 450.260.5272 / Kevin Dempsey, Herdsman: cell, 450.260.5567 19 Soles Road, West Brome, Quebec, Canada J0E 2P0 / office: 450.263.7137 email: shadybrookshorthorns@gmail.com / www.shadybrook.ca SALE MANAGEMENT ... SEARS MARKETING SERVICES 970.396.7521 / alan.sears@aksears.com
Martin Farm, ON Merideth Land and Cattle, MO
Narrow Brook Shorthorns, MI
Nicnat Farm, NS Poplar Lane Farm, ON Reed Rigney, AB
SM Shorthorns, QC
Steele Brook Farm, QC
Ted Lein, WI
Trail View Shorthorns, ON West Shefford Farm, QC
WHR Shorthorns, TX
SHADYBROOK
SHADYBROOK -PL DAISY 74M