A A A # + 16 8 0 5 8 8 4 S I R E : S A V Brilliance 8077 D A M : PVF Missie 790 BW: +1.5; WW: +44; YW: +89; MM: +27 First three heifer calves exhibited resulted in two class winners and a second at NWSS and included the $41,000 high seller of the PVF fall online sale. Insight is siring tremendous mass and dimension in an eye appealing, moderate birthweight package. Owned with Express Ranches. Semen $30, contact PVF or Express.
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A A A # + 16 416 6 8 S I R E : PVF ALL Payday 729 D A M : Dameron PVF Proven Queen 010 WB PVF Lucy 1052, BW: +4.7; WW: +53; daughter of Windfall YW: +105; MM: +25 Proving to be a true sire of champions Windfall’s limited first calf crop produced the Reserve Grand female at the 2013 NWSS and his second calf crop has resulted in numerous sale toppers and champions including PVF Hazel 2022 the many time champion for Austin Nowatske. Semen available through Cattle Visions PVF Hazel 2022, daughter of Windfall
PVF Proven Queen 2105, daughter of Insight
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PVF Proven Queen 2040, daughter of Radiance.
Gridley, Illinois
ALAN & THERESA MILLER: 217.840.6935
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BRANDON & CATHY JONES: 309.370.1081 Clayton Miller: 765.481.5496 Ethan Butler: 580.699.1426
A A A # + 16 7 9 8 3 3 0 S I R E : S A V Brilliance 8077 D A M : PVF Missie 790 BW: +1.8; WW: +47; YW: +87; MM: +31 A true calving ease specialist, Radiance was used successfully on Angus and Crossbred heifers and sired extra style and balance. A flush brother to Insight whose dam has produced a number of champions and sale toppers for PVF And Four Corners Farms. Owned with Betzold Farms. Semen $20 available through PVF.
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Favorite Daily Hair Care Product: Kleen Sheen
the Foster Sisters Showman ...
Working together as a family unit whether it is at a show, at home in the barn or with the cow herd. They do it all at the highest level.
Reserve Champion Overall PB Female Heifer, 2011 Simmental Junior Nationals
Grand Champion ChiAngus Heifer, 2012 National Junior Chi Show Family: Parents, Jody and Shawnda; sisters, Senee’ (23), Segayle (21) & SyAnn (19) Location:Lockney, Texas SyAnn’s Champion Title: Grand Champion Heifer, ’12 National Junior ChiAngus Show Animal Name: BMS Excellence Breeder: Payton Stoppel Clipper: Joe Seale, Josh Lesky & Casey Hilmes Fitting Team: Joe Seale, Josh Lesky, & Casey Hilmes Segayle’s Champion Title: Reserve Champion Overall Purebred Female, ‘11 Simmental Junior Nationals Animal Name: FBFS X-Clamation 076X Breeder: I was fortunate to be the breeder Clipper: Joe Seale, Josh Lesky & Casey Hilmes Fitting Team: Joe Seale, Josh Lesky, & Casey Hilmes Daily Care Help: Joe Seale, Josh Lesky and Casey Hilmes Feed Brand: Hy-Pro Feed Supplements: VitaFerm Sure Champ 6 THE SHOWTIMES MAY/JUNE 2013
As Described by Foster Sisters - Senee’, Segayle & Syann... Favorite Show Day Product/Equipment: Sullivan’s Teflon Comb Favorite Barn Tool: Sullivan’s Air Express III Blower Senee’s Favorite Hobby: Shopping Segayle’s Favorite Hobby: Livestock Judging SyAnn’s Favorite Hobby: Hanging out with friends Favorite University: We all LOVE Texas Tech University Favorite Breed: We all love the ChiAngus breed and all the people involved in it. Senee’s Favorite Stock Show: Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo Segayle’s Favorite Stock Show: N.A.I.L.E. SyAnn’s Favorite Stock Show: Chi Junior Nationals Senee’s Favorite Calf: FBF Daisey - she was our very first National Champion Female at the N.A.I.L..E. in 2001. Segayle’s Favorite Calf: FBFS X-Clamation - I showed her at Simmental Junior Nationals in 2011 and won Champion Bred & Owned Female and Reserve Champion Overall as a calf. SyAnn then showed her after that for her senior year and she was Grand Champion Purebred Simmental Heifer at the N.A.I.L.E. in both the Junior and Open Shows. SyAnn’s Favorite Calf: FBF True Luck - Throughout her show career the worst she did was Reserve Grand Champion. Proudest Accomplishment: There are many, but our proudest moment as a family, was when Senee and Segayle showed the Grand and Reserve ChiAngus Female in both the Junior and Open Shows at the N.A.I.L.E. in 2001 with two heifers we raised. Senee’s Future Goals: I am currently in dental hygiene school and will graduate in May 2014. Segayle’s Future Goals: I graduate in May from Texas Tech University and I will be the fall intern with the State Fair of Texas in Dallas. I then have plans to go to graduate school the following spring. SyAnn’s Future Goals: I am also attending Texas Tech University with plans to compete on the wool, meats, and livestock teams. Upon graduation in May of 2016, I plan to go to graduate school to study reproduction. Daily Hair Care Tip: In the summertime, we use Mane & Tail daily and then brush them dry with a Rice Root Brush. Show Day Tip: Dad’s famous pep talks.
We would like to thank our parents. We would not be where we are today without their guidance and support. We also would like to thank Jered Shipman, Joe Seale, Josh Lesky, Casey Hilmes and their families for being apart of the FBF crew. We would not have near the success we have been blessed with without ya’lls hard work and dedication to our program. We love ya’ll!!
As Described by Whitney Walker ... Favorite Hobby: Cheerleading and Golf
Whitney’s Favorite Show Day Grooming Product/Equipment:
Favorite University: Iowa State Cyclones Favorite Sport Team: Green Bay Packers
Sullivan’s Teflon Combs
Favorite Breed: Hereford and Maine-Anjou Favorite Stock Show: Junior Nationals in general - I like all of them All-Time Favorite Calf: Probably Lexi, my Polled Hereford. She is a big sweetheart and it was so much fun winning one of the biggest breed shows with her. Proudest Accomplishment: It was really cool going to Ohio and getting named Grand Champion MaineTainer Heifer. Then two weeks later ,going to Nebraska and winning Grand Champion Polled Hereford heifer. That will be hard to beat. Future Goals: I would like to be on a college judging team some day and then go home and run cow/calf pairs and work in the barn for my dad. Favorite Barn Tool: Air Express III Double Blower System Favorite Daily Hair Care Product: Sullivan’s Revive Show Day Aid: Alert, especially when those heads are heavy. Daily Hair Care Tip: We rinse and blow them dry every day. We will use comb-in Revive and then blow it dry a couple of days a week as well.
Thanks to my family and every one that has helped us get this far in showing cattle
Quite an accomplishment, Whitney. Winning two Junior Nationals in one year. WOW! Hard work pays off.
Whiteny Walker Showman ...
Grand Champion MaineTainer Heifer, 2012 National Junior Maine-Anjou Show
Grand Champion Polled Hereford Heifer, 2012 National Junior Hereford Show
Family: Parents, Eric and Linsay; brother, Mason; Whitney (12) & sister, Catelyn Location: Prairie Grove, AR Champion Title: Grand Champion Polled Hereford Heifer, 2012 National Junior Hereford Show Animal Name: TCC Lexi Breeder: Kai and Corey Thompsen Clipper: Cody Green, Wes Horn and Michael Stoltz Fitting Team: Cody Green, Craig Steck, Corey Thompsen, Lance Becking and Ryan Johnson Daily Care Help: Whitney, Mason, Dad and Cody Green
Champion Title: Grand Champion MaineTainer Heifer, 2012 National Junior Maine-Anjou Show Animal Name: Hidden Treasurer “Hidden” Breeder: Alex McCullough, OH Clipper: Brian Gottemoeller, Cody Green, and Jeremy Baldwin Fitting Team: Cody Green, Dillon Durham, Jeremy Baldwin, Alex McCullough, Brian Gottemoeller, and Josh Streitmatter Daily Care Help: Whitney, Mason, Dad, and Cody Green
Feed Brand: Moormans Show Tech Feeds Feed Supplements: Sure Champ, Oxy-Explosion, Natural Stride and Hide And Hair MAY/JUNE 2013 THE SHOWTIMES 7
As Described by Brandon Olivier ... Brandon’s Favorite Barn Tool:
Sullivan’s Smart Sensation Brush & Massage Brush
Favorite Hobby: Hunting and Showing Cattle Favorite University: Kansas State University Favorite Sport Team: I don’t like any other sports except show cattle Favorite Breed: Angus Favorite Stock Show: Junior Nationals All-Time Favorite Calf: My favorite animal was a Chianina heifer named Mary. Mary is my favorite because she didn’t try to head butt me like Calypso or Doris or try to get away from me. Although Mary did kick me once, she only liked me. Proudest Accomplishment: Winning Maine Junior Nationals was really fun because I was one of the younger kids there and I beat some of the big kids. There were also some really good Maine cattle showing that day. Plus, I got a trailer. Future Goals: Win Maine-Anjou Junior Nationals again and be on a SWAT team when I’m older. Favorite Show Day Grooming Product/Equipment: Final Bloom & Sullivan’s Air Express III Favorite Hair Care Product: Kleen Sheen and Double Dip Show Day Aid: Alert Daily Hair Care Tip: Have someone hold the tail while roto brushing or it’s a pain to get untangled. Show Day Tip: Be sure to check-over your animal to make sure you didn’t make any mistakes. And don’t get ready to soon! I’d like to thank JW McCurry and Layne Armbruster for working with me and giving me tips on how to show and take care of my heifers. Also to Cash Langford, Jon Sweeney, Charlie Wilson, Barry Nowatzke, and Ashley Olivier for not getting mad or frustrated at me when I didn’t always have Calypso set up right. Most of all I’d like to thank my family for making it possible for me to show cattle and taking me to shows. I couldn’t do it without them.
Brandon Olivier
Showman ...
Family: Parents, Bruce and Valerie; sisters, Rebecca, Ashley, and Calista; & Brandon Location: Harper, Kansas Champion Title: Grand Champion Maine-Anjou Heifer, 2012 National Junior Maine-Anjou Show Animal Name: BNWZ Calypso 28Y Breeder: Barry Nowatzke Sire: SLC Sooner Dam: Nowatzke Donor 02 by Irish Whiskey Clipper: Barry Nowatzke, Jon Sweeney, Charlie Wilson and Cash Langford Fitting Team: Sister Ashley, Barry Nowatzke, Jon Sweeney, Charlie Wilson, Cash Langford, Raymond Gonnet, Kayla Campbell, Shane Richey, Wes Richey, Catherine Mrozinski, and Blake Campbell Daily Care Help: Mom, I and Layne Armbruster Feed Brand: homemade rations with Purina Show Chow Feed Supplements: Grow and Shine, Natural Stride, Show Bloom and Vita Ferm
Grand Champion Maine-Anjou Heifer, 2012 National Junior Maine-Anjou Show 8 THE SHOWTIMES MAY/JUNE 2013
This past year, I saw Brandon blossom as a showman. In a couple of years he will be as good as an eighteen year old.
As Described by As Described by Adrianne Trennepohl ... Claire Trennepohl ... Favorite Show Day Grooming Product/Equipment: Final Bloom Favorite Hobby: I love showing cattle. And I am heavily involved in FFA. Favorite Stock Show: It’s a split - Junior Nationals & Louisville. I like Junior Nationals because it’s a week in a new place with friends and family. And Louisville ... something about the atmosphere. There is nothing like showing on those green shavings. Proudest Accomplishment: There are a couple ... watching Claire win the Indiana State Fair Heifer Show last year and winning the Bred & Owned Show at the 2009 Shorthorn Junior Nationals with my first bred and owned heifer. Future Goals: I would like to tie my two interests of physical therapy with my love of animals and possibly do something with animal therapy.
Favorite Daily Hair Care Product: Revive
Favorite Show Day Grooming Product/Equipment: Kleen Sheen Favorite Hobby: Volleyball - I am fortunate enough to play on a year round traveling team. Favorite Stock Show: It has always been Denver until I attended the Fort Worth Stock Show this year. Favorite Breed: Simmental Proudest Accomplishment: Winning Supreme Champion Heifer at the State Fair last year with my heifer Lola. We had a great year with her. Future Goals: I hope to become a Registered Nurse and possibly an OB Traveling Nurse.
Favorite Barn Tool: Sullivan’s Massage Brush or what we call the ... “Scrubbies” Daily Care: We do, but if we have someting going on, it’s Dad and Uncle Jeff. Daily Hair Care Tip: We use grill bricks - no sheering is done here at the Trennepohl’s. We feel the key to good hair is to keep the dead hair out so we use grill bricks daily especially during late winter and early spring. Show Day Tip: One thing we do every morning of a show is rinse and make sure the hair is blown forward slowly and carefully and to make sure the animal is completely dry before any, and only, Sullivan product is put in their hair. Show Day Ritual: When we show cattle, it is all about family. Each of us have our own responsibilities. We often do crazy sister things and dad will often do a fist pound. But one ritual we have is with mom. Right before we go into the show ring, she will whisper in the steer or heifer’s ear “You are going to show like a freight train.” And it usually works!
Reserve Grand Champion Heifer, 2012 NAILE Junior Show
Nobody is as competitive as the Trennepohl’s yet a good or bad day, they respect their competitors.
theTrennepohl Sisters Showman ...
Family: Parents, Scott and Judy; sisters, Adrianne (17) & Claire (14) Location :Middletown, Indiana
Adrianne’s Title: Reserve Grand Champion Heifer, 2012 NAILE Junior Show Animal Name: CF No Foolin “Ella” Clipper: Dad, Tyler Cates and Jae VanHorn Fitting Team: Dad, Garrett Kelly, Andrew “Gordy” Clark, Jae VanHorn and Tyler Cates Breeder: Cates Farms
Claire’s Title: Grand Champion Purebred Heifer, 2012 National Junior Simmental Show Animal Name: HF Serena “Lola” Clipper: Dad Fitting Team: Dad, Andrew “Gordy” Clark, Tyler Winegardner and Brad Winegardner Breeder: Hobbs Farms
Daily Care Help: Dad, Adrianne, Claire and Uncle Jeff Feed Brand: Rowe Nutrition Feed Supplements: VitaFerm Sure Champ
Grand Champion Purebred Simmental, 2012 National Junior Simmental Show
Not only do we want to thank Mom and Dad, but Grandma and Grandpa, Uncle Jeff and Uncle Chris. They are all big supporters of us and are always willing take us to any show we want. MAY/JUNE 2013 THE SHOWTIMES 9
Cody Huwa, (15) & Kylie Huwa, (13)
Favorite Barn Tool: Air Express III Blower & Roto Brush
Family: Parents, Brent and Tonya; Brothers, Austin and Trey & Sister, Brealynn Location: Roggen, Colorado Cody’s Show Ring Triumphs: He had Grand Champion Steer and Reserve Supreme Champion Heifer at the 2011 Colorado State Fair, as well as Grand Champion Steer and Supreme Champion Heifer in 2012. Kylie’s Show Ring Triumphs : Winning her prospect steer class at the National Western Stock Show with a steer she raised named Spiderman.
Showman ...
Cody & Kylie Huwa
Cody Huwa is a young man that has dominated the Colorado State Fair the last two years - Grand Champion Steer and Reserve Supreme Champion Heifer in 2011 and Grand Champion Steer and Supreme Champion Heifer in 2012. Winning the State Fair has always been a dream of his, but what Cody chose to do with some of his winnings is an inspiration to all. Cody and Kylie Huwa are 14 months apart in age and are very close; they look up to each other. Kylie has Down Syndrome and has the same competitive edge that Cody possesses with cattle when it comes to her cheerleading and livestock shows. Cody says Kylie is an inspiration to him and always will be. She always has a smile on her face and has a happy, positive attitude. And she just so happens to be a “funny chick” as well. Kylie also loves to surprise people with her famous trademark of “wet willies” in the ear. Kylie is on a Colorado competitive cheerleading team called the “Cheer Central Suns”. It is a team of 22 cheerleaders with various handicaps. They mostly compete in Colorado, but annually head to the National Cheerleading competition. In 2011 they won the NCA National Championship title! Kylie’s strong will, hard work and dedication inspired Cody to help out his sister and her team in anyway. Unfortunately, not all team members can attend Nationals every year because of the expenses. So he made an unselfish, nobel and humble gesture and decided to give some of his recent winnings to Kylie’s team. A pay it forward type gesture that we all should duplicate in life more often.
As Described by Cody Huwa ...
The Huwa family is an inspiration to all. A love for life with five kids. Extremely busy and successful in all arenas, yet so thoughtful and thankful.
Thank you to all of our family for their love and support. The DePorter Family, May Family, Grandpa Jerry, and Pablo Vasquez for all you do to help and support us with our success not only in the show ring but in life.
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Favorite Hobby: Showing, rodeo, basketball and track Favorite Movie: Westerns & Comedies, for a good laugh All Time Favorite Calf: My steer that I won the 2011 Colorado State Fair with, Rooster. He was my first big win and he had a great temperament which made showing fun. Favorite Thing About a Show: I love helping my siblings get ready, meeting all the people & the great competition. Favorite Breed of Cattle: Simmental probably. I’ve had the most success with them and we raise some Simmental’s. Future Goals: I’d like to go to college on a Rodeo scholarship in Team and/or Calf Roping and be a Champion Heeler at the National Finals Rodeo. Eventually I hope to come back here to Colorado and become a good business man like my dad and help him with his reclamation business. Proudest accomplishments: Winning the Colorado State Fair Market Beef Show back to back. Currently, I’m excited to be in the Top 4 in the Colorado State Junior High School Rodeo circuit. I’ve also broke a few hurdle records this year and my basketball team just won a championship title. Show Day Tip: Have a positive attitude. Be humble if you are fortunate enough to win. And always be thankful to God in what you have and what you are able to do. Daily Hair Care Tip: Lots and lots of blowing and brushing. We use the rice brush and Sullivan’s Kleen Sheen daily.
As Described by Kylie Huwa ... Favorite Hobby: Showing steers & pigs, cheerleading and barrel racing on my horse “Duke” Favorite Movie: High School Musical and Hannah Montana Favorite Stock Show: National Western Stock Show All Time Favorite Animal: My steer “Spiderman” and my hog “Princess” and of course my loyal horse “Duke.” Proudest accomplishments: Showing Spiderman with little help at the fair. Winning a York class at the Colorado State Fair with “Princess” and being a member of the 2011 National Champion Special Needs Cheerleading Team.
Owners: Ted and Mary Greiman, sons Kyle (22) & Cole (20) Location: Garner, Iowa Cow Herd: 25 purebred Angus cows and 25 ET heifer calves with satellite herds thanks to sexed semen and in-vitro. Years in the Industry: Sons Kyle and Cole make Greiman Family Angus a four generation family business. We are the fifth oldest, continous Angus herd in the United States. Marketing Opportunities: Greiman’s sell most of their cattle Private Treaty and in the annual “Sharing in the Progress” Sale held on the first Friday of November in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. A sale put on by a group of 10 Iowa breeders.
Greiman Family Grand Champion Bred & Owned Female, NJAS
Grand Champion Owned Female, NJAS
As Described by the Greiman Family ... How We got Started in the Angus Breed: Our great-great grandpa Fred traded a Percheron stallion to a man in South Dakota for a purebred Angus bull to outcross with his Shorthorn females. Fred’s son, Addis and his two sons, grandpa Don and his brother Cliff, bought more Angus females and focused their attention on the breed. In the late 80’s, the origional herd was split up between Ted and his cousin as they continued the purebred Angus business. Kyle and Cole are now the fourth generation to raise and show Angus cattle. All-Time Favorite Donor: We hate to name just one. One of our foundation females would be considered Greiman Blue Blood Lady. She was the dam to many of our donor females early on, as well as the 2010 Grand Champion Bred & Owned Female for Cole. Since then, we have brought in Barbara 0617, Proven Queen and Blackbird families. Sires Used for 2013 Calf Crop: Dameron First Class and SCC First N Goal. We feel the First Class calves on the ground are wonderful and we are extremely excited. First N Goal is a full sib to our 2012 Grand Champion Owned Female, SCC Royal Blackbird 112, and a First Class son. We feel he possesses some of the best genetics of the Angus breed. Daily Hair Care Tip: Keep the cattle cool and clean. We also use the Roto Brush, scrub brushes and the Smart Sensation daily. Favorite Barn Tool: Right now, the most used tool would be the Smart Sensation. We use it daily. It gives the Angus hair the pop and lift we are looking for. Proudest Moment/Biggest Accomplishment to Date: We have always had some success. And defeat. But because we are a small firm, we only target for one show - junior nationals. So for us to be able to say we have won the National Junior Angus Show for three years running is humbling. We consider it an honor and feel very blessed to have raised two out of the three Grand champions as well. Champion Bred & Owned Future Goals: Over the years, we have never sold our best. We always kept them for Kyle and Female, NJAS Cole to show. This year we are excited to offer all of our heifers to buyers. We hope to help our customers have the same type of success we have experienced over the years and return some of the knowledge we have been fortunate to gain. Our All-Time Favorite Champion: Our 2012 Champion, SCC Royal Blackbird 112 Special Thank You: Mary and I have always told our boys they will find their best friends in cattle people. The boys are forever indebted to some great people in this business - Cyclone Trace Cattle Company, Sullivan Farms and Bruce, Amie Stertzbach, Jess Recknor and John Sweeney. The network and knowledge they have developed with the help of these great cattlemen has been priceless. Kyle and Cole now understand there are no better people in the world than cattle people.
The model family for livestock production or show barn management. It has been a pleasure to watch Kyle and Cole develop into outstanding cattlemen. Great parenting pays off here.
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n Kyndal Reitzenstei Kersey, CO
Koty Allen Homer, IL
Thomas Glascock Pilot Point, TX
Nick Fitzsimmons Vail, IA
Kelsey Rutt Minden, NE
Kassandra Pfeiffe Orlando, OK
Olivia Foster Green Forest, AR
r Stephanie Lastov ica Salado, TX
Erica Bianchi Gilroy, CA
Morgan Phillips Maysville, KY
Katlyn Pieper, Stewardson, IL
Emily Jackson Waco, TX
Jordan Richburg Deltona, FL
Macy Griswold Perkins, OK
Bethany Nolan Gilmer, TX
Lauren Corry Cedarville, OH
Congratulations 2013 Winners Check www.sullivansupply.com for a listing of our Gold and Silver Star honorees.
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Kyle Shoufler Fortville, IN
Kyndal Reitzenstein, Kersey, CO
This future veterinary student possesses the ambition and drive to succeed. NAILE and American Royal National Judging Team Champion and five NWSS champions in the past two years. Sponsored with Bauman Show Supply
Nick Fitzsimmons, Vail, IA
National Champion livestock judging team high individual, skilled cattle breeder, clipper and fitter. One of the best young fitters in America. This young man has a bright future.
Erica Bianchi, Gilroy, CA
Erica attended her first cattle show at seven days of age. Past state Hereford Queen, president and outstanding junior beef exhibitor at three junior grand nationals. Sponsored with Sullivan Supply West, Lee Harrison
Jordan Richburg, Deltona, FL
All-American honoree. National Champion Meats Evaluation team, National Champion Livestock Judging team and High Individual at 2013 NWSS. Accomplished champion in every arena. Sponsored with Rudd Show Supply
Koty Allen, Homer, IL
A true difference maker that stands up and makes good things happen. Current AJSA president and breeder of a Denver grand champion female. Impressive and motivated.
Kelsey Rutt, Minden, NE
Well rounded champion, AK-SAR-BEN team fitting, AJCA President, AJCA queen, 2013 Chi Junior National Chairman. Ladies and gentlemen, this is a true leader.
Hannah Grim East Berlin, PA
Morgan Phillips, Maysville, KY
An outstanding FFA superstar. Local, regional and state awards in volume. AJSA board Trustee, a breeder of NAILE and NWSS breed champions. Humility with success. Sponsored with Bluegrass Show Supply
Macy Griswold, Perkins, OK
A natural born leader who has dedication, passion, and many talents. A two-time Oklahoma High School State Champion Team Judging Member that graduated valedictorian with a 4.0 GPA. She excels in and out of the ring.
Thomas Glascock, Pilot Point, TX
Thomas’ positive attitude, intellect, determination, and enthusiasm for the task at hand make him an excellent candidate. His outstanding achievements in FFA, his potential for leadership, combined with a highly decorated career of success put him to the forefront.
Kassandra Pfeiffer, Orlando, OK
Kassandra was an active 4-H and FFA member where she served in numerous leadership roles. She received the American Farmer’s Degree, one of the highest honors available in the National FFA. She was also received the 2010 National FFA Diversified Livestock Production Proficiency award.
Katlyn Pieper, Stewardson, IL
Lakeland college outstanding agriculture student award, post-secondary agriculture student national winner, multi-state fair heifer champions, yet remains a humble, respected competitor.
The competition was stronger than ever. What a phenomenal group of juniors we have in the agriculture industry! Sullivan Supply is committed to supporting the next generation of America’s agriculture through the distinguished Sullivan Supply/Stock Show U Scholarship program. We have been honored to gift over $100,000 in scholarships to deserving individuals over the past four years. Congratulations to all of this year’s 1,121 determined applicants representing 45 states and Canada. A special thank you to the scholarship selection committee of industry leaders
Willie Weis McIntire, IA
Jessica Radcliffe Weston, WI
Bethany Nolan, Gilmer, TX
Kyle Shoufler, Fortville, IN
Olivia Foster, Green Forest, AR
Hannah Grim, East Berlin, PA
Bethany Nolan gets the job done time and again, all while balancing her academic studies and being very involved in FFA and collegiate clubs. A four year honor roll student and past National Hereford Queen are just a few of her many achievements. A fourth generation cattlewoman in northwestern Arkansas with numerous awards and accomplishments ... championship banners and public speaking awards. A standout on the Connors State College Judging Team and yet she is capable to fit with the best of them. Sponsored with Five Star Show Supplies
Stephanie Lastovica, Salado, TX
Family values and outstanding sportsmanship are a big part of the Lastovica Family. Stephanie demonstrates exceptional leadership abilities through her involvement in FFA and 4-H on both State and National Levels. She possesses a solid work ethic. Sponsored with Rockin M Show Supplies
Emily Jackson, Waco, Texas
Emily is an absolute standout in this contemporary group. She is a tremendously talented young lady with a high-level of ambition. Being part of the High School State Champion 4-H Livestock Judging Team, Emily is now highly successful on the college level, while maintaining a 3.9+ GPA.
Lauren Corry, Cedarville, OH
Highly driven, absolutely can’t miss a show. Showing cattle is her lifestyle ... her reward is claiming champions in volume. Hard work pays off. Sponsored with Highland Enterprises, Provico, Ohio Valley & White Show Supply
The profile of the complete livestock man. The breeding decisions and management are made by Kyle and his brother. Highly successful champion in showmanship & expert fitter. Sponsored with Sinnamon Show Supply Premier Angus herd owned and operated with her siblings. Involved in every aspect of beef production from pasture to plate and the ring. PCA Junior Cattlewoman of the Year. Sponsored with Scottsdale Supply
Willie Weis, McIntire, IA
The eye of the tiger! Exemplifies what the Sullivan Supply scholarship stands for perhaps as well as any winner ever. College is paid by marketing livestock and fitting.
Jessica Radcliffe, Weston, WI
Fourth generation Angus breeder that grew up in the barn. Breed champions at NAILE and a NJAS senior champion showmanship title to boot. Motivated and successful go hand and hand here. Sponsored with Kegley Show Supply
20, $1,000 Scholarships 1,121 applicants from 45 states & Canada!
(non-Sullivan Supply employees or family members) who volunteered their time for our mission. With the quality of applications that we receive each year for this distinguished scholarship, it gives us great confidence and faith in the future of livestock industry. Best wishes and congratulations to all applicants. John and Dede Sullivan, Sullivan Supply, Inc. Dan Sullivan, Sullivan Supply South, Inc. And our entire staff and dealers
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Teflon is a solid polymer that is considered to be one of the world’s most slippery and water resistant substances. It has one of the lowest measured coefficients of friction of any compound. For our application, it creates a baked-on surface to the comb teeth for reduced friction and a non-stick lubricant that allows the comb to glide through the hair easier, especially with a sticky substance like adhesives. Although not full-proof, especially since adhesive is still a very sticky substance, you will however be glad to see a 40 to 50% improvement of less matting, less hair drag, less static and less stick to the comb when fitting a leg. It is definitely easier to clean adhesives from the comb and saves time while fitting. Available as Sullivan Combs, Fluffer Combs, and Double-Stuff Comb.
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Sullivan’s
HairAdhesive Savior Breakdown ™
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Hair Savior™ is just that! Finally, an adhesive breakdown that is healthy for your leg hair. Hair Savior™ adhesive breakdown features a proprietary blend of the purest, mild cosmetic grade plant-based ester technologies to naturally attack and gently remove adhesives and touch-ups away from the hair. These specific plant based surfactants have been specially identified for their unique ability to naturally counter-act the tackiness of adhesives, changing their rubberized molecular resin structure to gently dissolve the bond from the hair without any harsh stripping action. This properly balanced pH formula prevents heavy, oily residues and will not create heat. Contains the Sullivan’s VITA HAIR™ nourishing vitamin package. Hair Savior™ is the first liquid adhesive breakdown product with added hair vitamins to hydrate and regenerate the hair. Mild and gentle, no harsh chemicals like other removers.
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John Sullivan, Founder of Sullivan Supply, Stock Show U and Sullivan Farms
Jeff Sargent, Lead Professor
Josh Elder, Lead Professor
2013 Junior National Maine-Anjou & Chianina Junior Nationals Red Angus Junior Nationals Shorthorn Junior Nationals Gelbvieh Junior Nationals Limousin Junior Nationals Angus Junior Nationals Simmental Junior Nationals Charolais Junior Nationals Hereford Junior Nationals
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The National Junior Heifer Show Stock Show U clinics will be two-hour educational events. At some clinics with large participation, professors will be running two subjects simultaneously. Subjects will vary at each Junior National but will be selected from the following ... showmanship, show-day fitting, clipping, daily hair care, or judging.
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The Sullivan Family recognizes that Junior Nationals are a summer vacation for many families. We are proud of this traditional family livestock vacation. This year, at every National Junior Heifer Show, Sullivan Supply/Stock Show University will be handing out a welcoming gift. Each vehicle entering their Junior National to unload livestock and/or equipment will receive a complimentary package of Sullivan Supply/Stock Show University items to deck out your truck. The gift will also include a commemorative National Junior Heifer Show Smart Comb as well as a few new grooming goodies from Sullivan Supply!!!
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ot only does this issue showcase the Junior Nationals, it encompasses many of the opportunities we have to become involved within the livestock industry. As exhibitors from across the nation load up the truck and trailer to head out to the Junior Nationals, they are heading to more than just another cattle show. They are in transit to a judging, poster, picture, speech, cooking, showmanship and salesmanship contest as well. It is a big mistake for an individual to sit back and watch as others not only participate, but take a leading role within a junior association. Don’t be a wall flower. Participate. You will have a greater sense of accomplishment and respect for others around you as well if you dive in head first. Instead of “coulda, woulda, shoulda,” sign up for the contest, run for the board, strive to bet the best in every way possible. Some of my favorite memories and greatest friendships evolved
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Blackout Jackpot 2 We are excited to announce that we will be hosting the Blackout Jackpot again in 2014. There will be both a Steer Show and a Heifer Show placing the top 5 steers and heifers! The Blackout 2 will be held with the Green & Gold Showdown in Loveland, Colorado at The Ranch March 15, 2014!
NAILE Update The 40th annual North American International Livestock Exposition (NAILE) is scheduled for Nov. 9-22 at the Kentucky Exposition Center (KEC). Planning for this year’s event is underway. Individual breed show dates will be finalized soon. Purebred livestock from across the United States compete at the NAILE for top breed association honors and national recognition. Last year there were more than 26,000 entries, a new show record. This year’s exhibitors will compete for nearly $750,000 in premiums and awards. Preliminary show division dates are: Beef Cattle Show: November 16 - 22, 2013 Boer and Junior Wether Goat Show: November 19 - 21, 2013 Sheep Show: November 15 - 22, 2013 Swine Show: November 9 - 11, 2013
2013 Ring of Success Jackpot Canceled Due to unforeseen circumstances Ring of Success has cancelled the 2013 Prospect Show but will be returning in June 2014.
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In July premium and information catalog as well as entry forms will be available on the Expo’s website at www.livestockexpo. org. Those who have entered livestock at the NAILE in the last two years will receive printed catalogs and entry forms in the mail. Catalogs are free, and anyone wishing to receive one in print or on CD should contact the NAILE offices at P.O. Box 36367, Louisville, KY 40233-6367, by fax at 502-3675299, or by e-mail at KFECNAILE@ksfb. ky.gov. The NAILE’s entire 1,200,000 square feet of climate-controlled exhibit space is used. More than 200,000 visitors and exhibitors attend the event annually.
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ANLS Update The Arizona National Livestock Show recently awarded $49,500 in scholarships for the 2013 academic school year. The Arizona National Livestock Show Scholarship Program has awarded $741,759 in scholarships to 726 recipients over the past 22 years. The scholarship recipients will be honored at the 66th Arizona National Livestock Show Dedication on December 27, 2013 at the Arizona State Fairgrounds. Congratulations to the following recipients: Jessica Burson, NM Rachel Claus-Walker, AZ Haley Cooley, AZ Brooke Griggeory AZ Ellen Hill, AZ Holly Howard AZ Mariana Hudson, AZ Holly Johnson, AZ Cheyanne Keith, AZ Nathan Kempton , AZ Garrett Lochner, AZ Tiffani Maggard, AZ Korinne Leigh Molever, AZ Shannon Nigh, AZ Kaitlyn Parks, AZ Shelby Rojas, AZ Helena Schlegel, AZ Sylvalyn Simpson, AZ Amy Van Rijn – Mesa, AZ Breanna Watkins, AZ Jessica Zamudio, AZ
Scholarships are available to students pursuing a bachelor’s degree at an accredited university or college for the current academic year. Other requirements include: high school graduation; completion of at least 12 semester hours post high school graduation before applying; currently enrolled in at least 12 credit hours; a minimum grade point average of 2.5 (A=4); and prior participation in the Arizona National Livestock Show. Scholarships are funded through donations to the show with the support of the Arizona Horse Lovers Foundation, Farm Credit Services Southwest, Bob Boice Memorial and Everett Brown Memorial. Applications are available online and are due March 15. For more information visit www.anls. org or call 602-258-8568. The Arizona National Livestock Show, Inc. is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting youth and promoting livestock and agriculture to the public while preserving our western heritage. Be sure to check out our recently redesigned website anls.org for more updates!
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ANLS Ambassador Cheyanne Keith of Pomerene, AZ was recently selected to serve as the Arizona National Livestock Show Ambassador. Cheyanne will begin her one year term in June. She is currently entering her senior year at the University of Arizona majoring in Agriculture Education and will be completing her student teaching in the spring of 2014. Cheyanne graduated in 2010 from Benson High School where she was actively involved in the Benson FFA Chapter, Student Council, basketball, track and Pearce Livestock 4-H Club. She is currently serving as an Ambassador for the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at the University of Arizona. Cheyanne will have the opportunity to serve as a spokesperson for the Arizona National Livestock Show this year representing the Association at various county fairs, agriculture industry and community events. She will receive a $2,000 education scholarship as part of the Ambassador program.
2012-2013 All-American Livestock Judging Team
An Evening with the Hoof Over Heels 4-H Club Brian, Laurie, and Lisa Reid were honored to be invited to the Hoof Over Heels 4-H Meeting in Douglas County, Colorado this March. They took this opportunity to give the junior exhibitors and their families a presentation about The Showtimes Magazine, their background as exhibitors, and offer them advice about what opportunities the livestock industry provides them.
1. Garrett Foote Connors State College 88.75 2. Clay Carlson Connors State College 85.62 3. Brady Jenson Butler Community College 84.21 4. Gary Agar Redlands Community College 84.04 5. Ashley Judge Redlands Community College 83.88 6. Jake Bloomberg Black Hawk College 82.63 7. Taylor Frank Butler Community College 81.97 8. Ian Schaefer Connors State College 81.13 9. Austin Crissman Blinn College 80.31 10. Cheyenne Moyer Northeastern Oklahoma 79.28 11. Breanna Lawyer Black Hawk College 79.15 12. Spencer Scotten Butler Community College 77.88 13. Taylor Langford Northeastern Oklahoma 76.31 14. Lagan Rinehold B lack Hawk College 75.29 15. Megan Montgomery Northeastern Oklahoma 75.22
These students were the top 15 out of 97 students eligible. Students must compete in at least 3 of the following national contests: American Royal, NAILE, Denver and Houston. If the student judges in all 4 than all four count, if they only judge in three than only those three count. Contest results along with GPA are comprised to make up there score. There is a total of 90 points possible, and this year are some of the highest scores I have tabulated. We as a junior college coaches association have been recognizing the all american team now for 10 years! We wanted to recognize students that not only excel in the judging arena, but those that are great academic students as well. MAY/JUNE 2013 THE SHOWTIMES 29
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hall of fame MAY 2013
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T BY LISA REID
he Winegardner Family not only excels with their genetics in the show ring, but as leaders and supporters of the cattle industry.
Winegardner Show Catle, is a family owned and operated business that started from the ground up in 1982. Over the years they have expanded from not only raising Chi influenced cattle, but Maine, Shorthorns, and a few other breeds as well. Whether it is judging a national show, hosting the 2012 National Maine-Anjou and Chi Junior Heifer Show, or simply working hard together as a family in the barn, the Winegardner family epitomizes the core values of the livestock industry.
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LIFE AT A GLANCE An update on the Winegardner Family...
We hired Kurtis Klingaman full time last June. Had our annual Harvest of Excellence sale the first Saturday in November. We exhibited the National Champion Chianina bull at the NAILE and the National Champion Chiangus heifer at the NAILE. Held an online embryo sale in March with Premier Online Sales. We have been busy at the jackpot shows with the heifers and steers that we sold in the fall and have had much success in the show ring with many claiming top 5 honors. We have been busy calving and selling semen on our promotional bulls. We sold bulls and a heifer at the NWSS Chi and Maine sales and sold bulls in the Ohio Beef Expo Maine Sale. We have several heifers that we sold entered for the Summer Junior Nationals in the various breeds.
TYLER AND NATALIE had a baby boy named Beckett Allen on 4/5. Tyler is a partner in Winegardner Show Cattle, LLC. Natalie is an elementary school teacher. ASHLIE is an RN and works at Blanchard Valley Health System full time in the emergency department. HANNAH is a junior at Bluffton University majoring in Early Childhood Education. She will be student teaching 1st grade in the Fall Semester. She also works part time at the Learning Tree Daycare. She is on the National Junior Shorthorn Board of Directors. She is getting ready to show at her last junior nationals this summer in the Shorthorn and Maine-Anjou breeds. MELANIE is an RN at Lima Memorial Health System and works full time in the Family Birth Center and manages the books for Winegardner Show Cattle, LLC. BRAD is a partner in Winegardner Show Cattle, LLC and also grain farms with his brother. MAY/JUNE 2013 THE SHOWTIMES 39
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“My competiveness wraps up all of the values I have come to appreciate growing up in the cattle industry. It is my motivation to work hard. Working hard taught me responsibility. Responsibility taught me to have respect for others who work in the industry and my family and Christian values have gotten me through the rough spots that life brings. My life verse is taken from Philippians 4:13. It says “I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength.” This is the scripture I live my life by and the reason I can do the things I have accomplished. Jesus gives me the strength to achieve my goals. Without Him, I am nothing. With this verse, along with the values my parents have given me and the opportunities that showing cattle has afforded me I have no other option than to succeed in life.”
Interviewing Tyler Winegardner in Lima, OH during the 2012 Maine/Chi Junior National about Winegardner Show Cattle, the show, and their role in putting it on.
-HANNAH WINEGARDNER
HALL OF FAME
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Kent Habeger March 2009
Ky Stierwalt March 2009
Phil Lautner July 2009
Jim Williams July 2009
Wayne Colette September 2009
Winegardner Family May 2013
Steve Bonham January 2010
Christy Collins March 2010
Kirk Stierwalt July 2010
Randy Daniel September 2010
John Sullivan January 2011
Bob May March 2011
Schnoor Sisters May 2011
Dan Hoge August 2011
American Royal October 2011
Bauman Family November 2011
Mark Sneed January 2012
Matt Lautner March 2012
Mike Hartman May 2012
James & Nick Sullivan July 2012
Dave Guyer September 2012
Bo Sanders November 2012
Jack Ward January 2013
Caldwell Family March 2013
Willoughby Family March 2013
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P.D. Miller — Reserve Grand Prospect Market Heifer 2013 National Western Livestock Show
Carson Ballinger – Reserve Grand Champion Red Angus Heifer — 2013 Ft Worth Livestock Show (also Grand Champion Red Angus Heifer at the 2013 San Angelo Livestock Show and 2013 Star of TX Livestock Show)
Paige Miller Grand Champion Overall Breeding Heifer (Ring Gold) — also Reserve Grand Champion Overall Breeding Heifer (Ring Green) 2013 Green and Gold Showdown
Austin Nowatzke Grand Champion MaineTainer Heifer 2013 Ft Worth Livestock Show
Taylor Hett Grand Champion Overall Heifer 2013 KY Beef Expo
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Two Thousand Thirteen > maine-anjou : pg 45 > hereford : pg 50 > angus : pg 56 > shorthorn : pg 60 > limousin : pg 64 > simmental : pg 68 > charolais : pg 72 > chianina : pg 74
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Your guide to this summer’s junior nationals. BY BRIAN J. REID
Over the next several pages we preview 8 of the upcoming junior national heifer shows! Junior Nationals are not only cattle shows but an opportunity for juniors with like interests to have fun, get acquainted, and compete in various contest.
The Junior National Preview provides readers with information regarding the various breeds’ board of directors, show schedules, histories, and much more. The Showtimes looks forward to seeing everyone this summer at the shows! Safe travels!
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GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA JUNE 15-21, 2013 Held with the Chianina 2013 Junior National Show
MAINE-ANJOU JUNIOR NATIONALS History of the Maine-Anjou Breed The Maine-Anjou breed originated in the northwestern part of France. The Maine-Anjou evolved as a dual-purpose breed, with the cows used for milk production and the bull calves fed for market. The first Maine-Anjou imported into North America came to Canada in 1969. These cattle were then introduced to the United States through artificial insemination. The Maine-Anjou Society, Inc. was
incorporated in Nebraska in 1969. It did not change to the American Maine-Anjou Association until 1976. In 2001, the AMAA purchased a building in Platte City, Missouri as headquarters. The Maine-Anjou breed excels in performance/feed efficiency, disposition and superb carcass traits. Dominance of feeding trials coupled with favorable returns on dollars invested have made Maine-Anjou cattle a feedlot manager’s dream.
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on the board
a) American Junior Maine-Anjou Association Board of Directors Cameron Alexander Bailey Buck Bailey Core Rachael Carlson Ryan Holaway Elizabeth Heaton Jordan Crall Becca Moore
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b) Royalty Queen Ashlyn Richardson Princess Stephanie Kersten c) American Maine-Anjou Association Board of Directors Jim Hett Cory Thomsen Barry Nowatzke Scott Blislend Josh Enlow Eric Walker Mike Holden Brett Carter Jirl Buck Cody Tebbenkamp Alicia Rigdon Dennis Moore Mike OP’Hara Rick Carlson
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At the show...
Sunday, June 16th / 6:30p.m. ● Opening Ceremonies Monday, June 17th / 8a.m. ● Showmanship Tuesday, June 18th / 12:30p.m. ● Team Fitting Wednesday, June 19th / 12:00p.m. ● She’s A Lady Futurity Thursday, June 20th / 8:30a.m. ● Bred & Owned MaineTainer followed by Owned MaineTainer Shows Thursday, June 20th / 8:30a.m. ● Chi & Maine Annual Banquet Friday, June 21st / 8:00a.m. ● Bred & Owned Maine-Anjou followed by Owned Maine-Anjou shows
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breeder HIGHLIGHT
BREMER SHOW CATTLE
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BY KENDALL BREMER, IA
WRITTEN BY LISA REID, CO
Excellence is not just a cliche but a way of life for Kendall Bremer and Bremer Show Cattle. Growing up in a family where his dad established a tradition of excellence before Kendall or any of his siblings started showing, they have continued to pass that knowledge on down - implementing it within their families and businesses. Kendall and his family have been involved in the livestock industry their entire lives. Kendall’s dad had his first national champion back in 1981. That was just the start of what contributed to the success for the Bremers and their cattle. Kendall’s parents, Kenny and Audrey Bremer raised the winningest female in Maine-Anjou History; “Jinger,” shown by Kendall’s sister, Raelynn Schroder, who won the open shows in Kansas City, Louisville, and Denver. While still a junior, Kendall exhibited only a handful of steers, but when he did, he was very fortunate with them. In showing four steers at the three majors, he made the premium sale or Sale of Champions with all four steers. “My family never paid more than $2,000.00 for any of them!” Kendall noted. In addition to his sister, Kendall has two brothers, Kevin and Keith, who have both remained connected to the industry. Kevin currently resides in Nebraska where he loves the steer side of things. Keith lives in Arkansas where his kids show a little bit. Kendall, however, has remained in Iowa, where in 2003 he started to make his own footprints on the show cattle industry. Following his graduation from Iowa State University in 2003 with a degree in Agriculture Business, Kendall returned home to
work for his dad. Bremer Show Cattle was a way for him to individualize the handful of cattle that he would buy and resell at that time. What started out as five or six head has grown to the sale of around 75 head per year. The fall of 2013 will mark the tenth anniversary of Bremer Show Cattle. When reflecting on the life of his business, Kendall exclaimed “Boy time flies!” Bremer Show Cattle’s focus is mostly on selling elite show heifers. Kendall and his dad run around 100 cows including several different breeds, with the majority being Maine-Anjou. To further their genetics, the Bremers utilize an extensive embryo program. “I love a big win with any of my customers, but it is even more special when we raise them.” The Bremer family’s hallmark of excellence is evident in Bremer Show Cattle. For three years running they have had more than ten grand or reserve grand champions at the three majors : Kansas City, Louisville, and Denver. “Perhaps the biggest success
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that Bremer Show Cattle has achieved, however, is the fact that 90 percent of my customers are repeat.” Kendall, however, has his aim set higher as one of his biggest goals is to win Supreme Heifer at the North American in Louisville. “We have tried awfully hard and have come close, but we keep coming up short. Louisville is by far my favorite show in the country, and it would mean so much to have a customer win it.” In addition to Louisville, Kendall hopes not only to run more cows and increase the number of premium cattle they raise but to sell more cattle nationwide as well. Whether it’s at home or on the road at shows, the passion, skill and time that Kendall has invested in his cattle have given him a permanent home as one of the top producers in the industry. Looking to the future, Kendall is anticipating the days when he has kids who show and the tradition of excellence his parents established is passed down to future generations. Contact Information: Bremer Show Cattle Kendall Bremer 23384 Ridge Rd, Blakesburg, IA 52536 641-799-4911, Kendall’s Cell; 712-592-1924,Jeff Spicer bremershowcattle.com klbremer81@gmail.com
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I’m so thankful for all that my parents do, taking care of stuff at home. I spend so much time away from home. I am grateful to have a crew of the best guys working with me at all the shows. I am also blessed to have a loving girlfriend that puts up with the traveling, showing, and hunting for that next great one. Last but not least, a big thank you to my ever growing customer base that puts their faith in me. Thank you to everybody who helps make Bremer Show Cattle the business it is today. I am really just a leader of a great group of people.”
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show me the herefords KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI JULY 14-21, 2013
HEREFORD JUNIOR NATIONALS National Junior Hereford Association With close to 3,000 active members, the National Junior Hereford Association (NJHA) is one of the largest, strongest and most active junior cattle programs in the country. Over the years, members of this association have gone on to earn international and domestic respect as models for youth organizational success. The NJHA, through its extensive educational
programs, continues to lay the foundation for the beef industry’s future leaders. The traditions of the past coupled with the energy of today’s board of directors have created a progressive approach to further develop a meaningful and educational association focus. A 12-member board of directors governs the NJHA, with each person serving a three-year term. The members of the NJHA board of
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directors serve as ambassadors for the Hereford industry. As directors, they motivate their peers and promote the Hereford breed. They strive to exemplify the positive traits that an association of this caliber possesses. “Advantage, Opportunity” is the NJHA logo. These are the building blocks toward the NJHA goal of providing educational and leadership development programs, assisting with breed promotion and hosting a variety of activities. Junior National Hereford Expo One of the largest junior breed shows in the U.S., the Junior National Hereford Expo (JNHE) is the highlight of the NJHA’s summer activities. “Show Me the Herefords” will be July 1421, 2013 at the American Royal Complex in Kansas City. Known to many as the ultimate family vacation, this summer show provides an opportunity for competition between junior members and their cattle projects. A hands-on type of program for youth provides educational, leadership and motivational forums. During the event youth can participate in 22-skill based contests. The early bird entry deadline is May 1st with the final entry and ownership deadline being June 1. Youth looking for information about the 2013 show may visit JrHereford.org to find rules, entry information and applications.
PRIDE Pride stands for Program for Reaching Individuals Determined to Excel. While the JNHE promotes learning aspects of showing cattle and educational activities associated with related contests, the NJHA’s Program for Reaching Individuals Determined to Excel (PRIDE) Convention focuses on leadership development. Junior members, parents and advisors from all parts of the country participate in the event. During the three-day event, participants listen to nationally known speakers and participate in leadership workshops, which enhance the individual’s leadership talents, communication and beef industry knowledge. This year the NJHA is teaming up with the National Junior Maine-Anjou association and juniors will travel to South Dakota State University (SDSU), July 28-31 for the “Faces of Leadership” Convention. Highlights will include farms tours, a visit to Trans Ova Genetics and a tour and workshops at SDSU. The registration deadline is June 15 and the cost is $300. To register for PRIDE please visit jrhereford.org. Scholarship Opportunities for Hereford Youth The NJHA is an organization devoted to the development of outstanding leadership potential and motivation to seek advanced education. Striving to provide the foundation upon which interested youth can build their future in the agriculture industry, the NJHA
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and Hereford Youth Foundation of America offers close to $50,000 of scholarships and awards to its membership each year. The spring scholarship deadline is April 1st and the fall deadline is Sept. 15. Hereford Heritage The Hereford breed originated as a product of necessity. Efficient, adaptable and hardy, these cattle have always had a face to remember. Nearly 300 years ago, farmers of Herefordshire, England, founded the breed in response to demand created by Britain’s Industrial Revolution. Efficient production, high yields and sound reproduction were of utmost importance. Benjamin Tomkins is who to thank for the original design. A primary founder of the breed, Tomkins began in 1742 with a bull calf from the cow Silver and two cows, Pidgeon and Mottle. Henry Clay, Kentucky statesman, brought Herefords to the United States in 1817. A true Hereford identity was not established in the states until William H. Sotham and Erastus Corning, Albany, N.Y., began the first breeding herd in 1840. Among other renowned early Hereford
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breeders were Charles Gudgell and Thomas A. Simpson of Missouri. Their big break came with the importation of Anxiety 4, a bull credited as being the “father of American Herefords.” A few of these early breeders came together in Chicago on June 22, 1881. The result was the foundation of the American Hereford Cattle Breeders Association, later renamed the American Hereford Association (AHA). Its purpose was two-fold: to keep the breed’s records and to promote the interests of its breeders. Seven years later Warren Gammon noticed naturally hornless Herefords at the Trans-Mississippi World’s Fair in Omaha, Neb. He decided to fix the hornless trait using the bull Giant and 11 Hereford females. In 1910 the American Polled Hereford Association (APHA) was founded. The two Hereford associations merged in 1995, keeping the AHA title. The AHA now registers all horned and polled Herefords. Through the years Beginning in the 1960s, breeders focused their attention on tools such as performance testing, artificial insemination, objective measures, embryo transfer and sire evaluation. These tools allowed the rapid genetic change needed to bring Herefords in sync with consumer and industry expectations. A broad genetic base allowed Hereford breeders to select stock comparable in size and performance to competing “exotic” European breeds. Although major changes were made, breeders didn’t lose sight of fundamental Hereford traits, particularly fertility and docility. A new goal was established in the late 1980s — formal documentation of Hereford performance in the feedlot and on the rail. Colorado State University animal scientists conducted related tests for the AHA from 1991 to 1993. Superiority was noted in average daily gain,
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Further studies in the early 1990s demonstrated the quality of Hereford beef. Regardless of marbling, Hereford steers consistently excelled in tenderness, juiciness, flavor and palatability. These findings led to the formation of a branded beef product known as Certified Hereford Beef® (CHB). Hereford history was made during the second week of 2005. CHB had its first million pound week, when packers sold approximately 1.3 million pounds of product to participating retail locations and food service outlets. The CHB program has experienced 40% annual sales growth since 2000, indicating the power of its mission: To strengthen demand for Hereford cattle, Certified Hereford Beef LLC commits superior customer service, competitive pricing and creative marketing strategies to the sale of tender, great tasting Certified Hereford Beef within retail grocery stores, wholesale food distributors and food service outlets. Today’s Hereford Today’s versatile Hereford continues to be the benchmark against which other breeds are measured as cattlemen continue to seek the optimum traits inherent in Herefords. Those traits critical to survival in the cattle business are exactly the same traits Hereford offers today’s industry: ● Fertility ● Reproductive performance ● Feed efficiency ● Optimum size and growth ● Documented feedlot and carcass superiority ● Low maintenance costs ● Optimum muscling ● Optimum milk ● Adaptability and hardiness ● Superior disposition ● Soundness ● Crossbreeding advantages
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on the board
a) National Junior Hereford Association Board of Directors Chairman Tamar Adcock, Illinois; tadcock@ksu.edu Vice Chairman Krissi McCurdy, Georgia; krissim2011@gmail.com Communications Chair Jaime Hanson, Minnesota; jaime_lh_30@hotmail.com Membership Chair Courtney Tribble, Washington; tripletfarms@comcast.net Leadership Chair Keysto Stotz, Oklahoma; keysto-stotz@utulsa.edu Fundraising Chair Shelby Rogers, Texas; showingshelby@yahoo.com Directors: Kristin Bielema, Michigan; bielemak@msu.edu Austin Buzanowski, Montana; abooze74@yahoo.com Elise Hackett, Illinois; elise.hackett@yahoo.com Brady Jensen, Kansas; basketballjensen@gmail.com Jason May, Minnesota; Jason.may@jacks.sdstate.edu Matt Woolfolk, Tennessee; matthewwoolfolk@gmail.com
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b) 2013 American Hereford Association Board of Directors President Cliff Copeland Nara Visa, NM c3copeland@plateautel.net Vice President Steve Lambert Oroville, CA slambert@digitalpath.net Curtis Curry McAlester, OK curtis.curry@american-national.com Dale Micheli Fort Bridger, WY dmicheli@bvea.net Keith Fawcett Ree Heights, SD kcfawcett@hotmail.com Sam Shaw Caldwell, ID sam@shawcattle.com Jonny Harris Screven, GA greenviewfarms@windstream.net David Trowbridge Tabor, IA david_trowbridge@msn.com
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Fred Larson Spring Valley, WI fredlarson@mac.com Dale Venhuizen Manhattan, MT 59741-8019 dale@churchillcattle.com Marty Lueck Mountain Grove, MO mvlueck@centurytel.net Eric Walker Morrison, TN 37357 wphf@blomand.net
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LANGFORD HEREFORDS BY BRAD HENDERSON, CO
Langford Herefords goal is to raise the best Hereford cattle you can buy--anywhere! An extensive embryo transfer program continues to increase their herds’ overall quality and performance. Two special sales of elite show heifers and donor dams held each year plus private treaty sales of 250 bulls and 200 females. Calls & Visits Always Welcome! Contact Information: Langford Herefords 6815 N. 317 Rd, Okmulgee, OK 74447 918-706-7028, Watson’s Cell; 918-733-1331,Office LangfordHerefords.com LangfordHerefords@Yahoo.com
2010 JNHE Theme: "Home Again in 2010" Location: Indianapolis, Indiana
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2011 JNHE Theme: "Kickin' It In Kansas" Location: Kansas City, Missouri
2012 JNHE Theme: “Livin the Hereford Life” Location: Grand Island, Nebraska
2013 VitaFerm Junior National Hereford Expo July 14-21 • Kansas City, Mo.
Saturday, July 13 6 p.m.
Outdoor tie space available for cattle arriving early
Sunday, July 14 8 a.m. Noon
National Hereford Women board meeting – Board Room Barns available for setting up stalls – no cattle in barns on Sunday 12:30 p.m. Scholarship judge’s luncheon - Governor’s Room 2 p.m. National Junior Merit, Ed Bible, Future Cattleman, Golden Bull Achievement, Hereford Herdsman, John Wayne and NOP Founders scholarship interviews – Governor’s and Bit and Spur rooms 6 p.m. NJHA director candidate interviews – Governor’s Room NJHA board and candidate meeting after conclusion of candidate interviews
Monday, July 15
Cattle may enter barns (All cattle processing will be completed on Monday) 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. People registration in show office — pick up show shirts and tickets 9 a.m. Begin processing cattle — (heifers, bulls and pairs) – Hale Arena 10 a.m. Trade show opens 2 p.m. State advisors meeting, hand out contests sign up packets, turn in posters and scrapbooks – Wagstaff Theater 3 p.m. All cattle (except steers) must be in the barn and processed at this time 3 p.m. Process steers (weigh and ultrasound) – Hale Arena 3 p.m. Illustrated speech contest: senior, junior, intermediate, peewee – Governor’s Room 4 p.m. Hereford Idol – Wagstaff Theater 5 p.m. All steers must be in the barn and processed by this time 5 p.m. People registration completed for the day 6 p.m. Contest sign up deadline- all advisors must turn in contest sign up packets at the show office 7 p.m. Delegate orientation – Governor’s Room 7:30 p.m. State delegate dinner followed by candidate roundtable discussion
Tuesday, July 16
8 a.m. Hereford bowl written test 9 a.m. - Noon People registration 9 a.m. Great American CHB Grill-Off – Blue Ribbon Café 11 a.m. 3-on-3 Basketball – Upper Exhibition Hall Noon State silent auction baskets must be in place – Hale Arena Noon National Hereford Women Annual Meeting –Governor’s Room 1 p.m. Queen’s Tea – Governor’s Room 3 p.m. Mentoring mixer – Wagstaff Theater 4 p.m. State group pictures (starting with smallest states) 5 p.m. Opening ceremonies 6:30 p.m. Welcome reception and CHB hamburger fry – Hale Arena
Wednesday, July 17
7 a.m. Pancake breakfast – Upper Exhibition Hall 8 a.m. Cattle judging contest – Hale Arena 8:30 a.m. HYFA golf tournament – Falcon Lakes Golf Course 10 a.m. Team marketing – Hale Arena 11 a.m. Extemporaneous speech contest (first preparation starting at 10:30 a.m.) – Governor’s Room Noon Hereford bowl final “buzzer” round (top teams compete) – Wagstaff Theater 2 p.m. Sullivan Supply/Stock Show University fitting demonstration – Hale Arena 4 p.m. Sullivan Supply/Stock Show University team fitting contest – Hale Arena 7 p.m. NJHA membership meeting- election of NJHA board members – Governor’s Room
Thursday, July 18 8 a.m.
Sullivan Supply/Stock Show University national showmanship contest ring 1: senior, intermediate and senior finals ring 2: junior and peewee *Pre-peewee showmanship in first ring to finish
Friday, July 19 8 a.m.
5 p.m. 7 p.m.
Cow-calf pairs, bred-and-owned bulls, junior AI bulls, bred-and-owned heifers, junior AI heifers Steer show Steer show BBQ – Upper Exhibition Hall
Saturday, July 20
8 a.m. Begin owned heifer show 5:30 p.m. CHB steak fry – Upper Exhibition Hall 7 p.m. Awards night – Hale Arena
Sunday, July 21 8 a.m.
Resume owned heifer show, followed by the announcement of premier breeder and exhibitor, Walter and Joe Lewis Memorial, Super States Award, Golden Pitchfork and Herdsman of the Year award winners, and then all group classes
NO cattle will be released until the conclusion of the show
JNHE hotel information Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center (Headquarter hotel) 2345 McGee St., Kansas City, MO 64108 816-841-1000 Hotel room rate: $99 plus tax
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ANGUS JUNIOR NATIONALS The National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) is the highlight of the summer for many Angus families, and this year the event takes place July 5-11 in Kansas City, Mo. While the cattle shows are the main attraction, the week also includes the showmanship competition, junior activities and a variety of educational contests. “The National Junior Angus Show is more than a cattle show. It’s a week-long vacation with
friends and family,” says Robin Ruff, junior activities director for the American Angus Association®. “It also gives youth a chance to expand their horizons and build life-long skills.” Sponsored by the Missouri Angus and junior Angus associations, this year the NJAS is themed “Aberdeen in Twenty Thirteen.” The week-long event kicks off Saturday, July 6
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with the Parade of States during the Opening Ceremonies at Hale Arena, home of the American Royal. NJSA Cattle Shows More than 1,100 head of cattle are expected to walk through the NJAS show ring this summer. Chris Mullinix, El Dorado, Kan., will select champions in the owned heifer division. Judging bred-andowned heifers, cow-calf pairs, and bred-and-owned bulls will be Jonathan Perry, Fayetteville, Tenn. Steers will be evaluated by Ryan Rathmann, Lubbock, Texas. States will also compete for the Best Five Head, while individual members will vie for Junior Premier Breeder and the Silver Pitcher Award. NJAS Showmanship Contest The 47th Annual NJAS Showmanship Contest is sure to be an attention-grabbing event. Two junior Angus members from each state will be given the opportunity to compete for the title of “Top
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Showman.” This year judges are Lacey Robinson, Olsburg, Kan.; Jason Hoffman, Thedford, Neb.; and Randy White, Waukomis, Okla. NJAS Carcass Steer Contest A different perspective to the traditional cattle show, the Carcass Steer Contest allows Angus juniors to increase their awareness of the important role Angus cattle play on the consumer’s plate. Dr. Curtis and Ann Long of Briarwood Angus Farms, Butler, Mo., contribute cash prizes for the steer contest through their permanent endowment fund administered by the Angus Foundation. Long believes the contest teaches juniors more than how to care for an animal, but to also produce a high-quality product a consumer expects from the Angus breed: “Participants need to know the results of their cattle so they can learn, go home and make a better product for their customers.”
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Educational Contests Outside the show ring, hundreds of junior members will participate in more than a dozen educational contests. Youth can enter individually in the following: prepared and extemporaneous public speaking, career development, graphic design, writing, photography, livestock judging, video and poster competitions. In addition, each state can enter a team in the quiz bowl, team sales and fitting contests, as well as the American Angus Auxiliary-sponsored All-American Certified Angus Beef® (CAB®) Cook-Off, herdsmanship and scrapbook contests. Mentoring Program Beyond friendly competition, the NJAS mentoring program is a fun activity throughout the week that partners senior and novice members together to get to know one another and feel comfortable
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meeting other juniors. “During the NJAS Angus youth are encouraged to make friends and learn from each other,” Ruff says. “The mentoring program can help prepare younger members for a successful future.”
Association also provides programs and services to farmers, ranchers and others who rely on Angus to produce quality genetics for the beef industry and quality beef for consumers. For more information about Angus cattle and the American Angus Association, visit www. ANGUS.org.
Angus Means Business The American Angus Association is the nation’s largest beef breed organization, serving more than 25,000 members across the United States, Canada and several other countries. It’s home to an extensive breed registry that grows by nearly 300,000 animals each year. The
on the board a) American Junior Angus
Association Board of Directors Chairman JenLee Rowlett Vice Chairman Sally Yon Leadership Director Kelli Retallick Membership Director Meghan Blythe Communication Director Jennifer Ewing Foundation Director Megan Ahearn JenaLee Wagner Paige Wallace Jacy Alsup Maggie Jasper Daniel McFarland Lucas Nord b) American Angus Association Board of Directors Chair John Elbert Harrell, Vice Chair Bryce Schumann President Milford H. Jenkins Secretary Richard Wilson Scott A. Foster Leo McDonnell Vaughn Meyer Darrell Silveira Cathy Watkins Outisde Rep. Laurie Widdowson
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flashback 1951 First junior membership was issued for $5 to be converted to life membership at age 21 for $15. Chicago, Ill. 1956 Junior Activities Department was established with full-time staff employee, St. Joseph, Mo. 1967 First National Junior Angus Showmanship Contest held in conjunction with the All-American Angus Breeders Futurity, Lexington, Ky. 1969 First National Junior Angus Heifer Show, Columbia, Mo., held in conjunction with the National Conference at the University of Missouri. 1972 National Junior Recognition Program (Bronze and Silver Awards) was established.
1974 National Junior Angus Showmanship Contest moved to be held in conjunction with the National Junior Angus Heifer Show. 1976 Bred-and-owned heifers were shown in a separate category at the National Junior Angus Heifer Show and did not compete against the owned heifers. 1977 State Display Contest (now called Best Herdsmanship) was introduced at the National Junior Angus Heifer Show. 1980 The National Junior Angus Association (NJAA) was formed at the National Junior Angus Heifer Show in Wichita, Kan., and the first NJAA Board of Directors was elected.
Angus Breeds
Champions
The National Junior Angus Association believes in the power and promise of Angus youth. Through the NJAA, you can be part of the nation’s leading junior beef breed organization — a program dedicated to developing tomorrow’s Angus youth to become champions.
3201 Frederick Ave. • St. Joseph, MO • 64506 www.ANGUS.org
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DES MOINES, IOWA JUNE 24-29, 2013
SHORTHORN JUNIOR NATIONALS Funding the Future Sale Knowledge Empowers Youth (KEY) Conference Thursday, June 27, 2013 at 6:30 p.m. Live auction held in conjunction with NJSS consisting of frozen lots, travel packages and Shorthorn memorabilia of which all proceeds go to benefit the AJSA. History on the breed The Shorthorn breed originated on the North-
eastern coast of England in the counties of Northcumberland, Durham, York and Lincoln. The breed later spread to Scotland and then to America in 1783. When first brought to Virginia, the breed had attained the name Durham. It was the first improved breed to be imported into the new world and the qualities the animal possessed made it in great demand and its influence spread rapidly across America.
Numbers 20.000 More than 20,000 head are maintained in the association’s whole herd registry
History of the AJSA History was made July 22, 1968 in Louisville, Ky., during the first National Shorthorn Youth Conference when Mark Tracy of Boulder, Colorado was elected as the first president of the newly formed American Junior Shorthorn Association (AJSA). The National Shorthorn Youth Conferences have continued since, being held every summer in states all across the US. The first National Junior Shorthorn Show was held in Springfield, Illinois in 1973. The two events merged into one week full of activities held simultaneously since 1981. Since these modest beginnings, the AJSA now boasts over 4000 junior members from all across the US participating in one of the top Junior beef programs available. Youth have opportunities available to them through this association that led to unprecedented careers not only in the agricultural industry, but the skills and lessons learned from a Shorthorn project can be easily adapted to careers in any industry. Mission of the AJSA The AJSA strives to brighten the future of the Shorthorn breed by engaging its members in opportunities that develop character, promote valuable skills, and build life-long friendships.
2,500/4,000 The current membership is in excess of 2,500 adult members, with more than 4,000 juniors on the membership roll
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15,000 The ASA records approximately 15,000 animals each year
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on the board
a) American Junior Shorthorn Association Board of Directors President Karl Miller, IL Vice President Hannah Winegardner, OH Secretary Ashley Vogel, IA Public Relations Luke Bolin, AR Director Brooke Pearson, NE Director Dustin Smith, IA Director Joseph O’Sullivan, MN Director John Reasor, GA Director Marshall Allison, PA
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Shorthorns have contributed as the foundation breed for over 50 breeds of cattle.
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breeder HIGHLIGHT
CATES FARMS BY TYLER CATES, IN
Cates Farms is a family-owned and operated shorthorn cattle operation located in the very small town of Modoc, Indiana. The farm calves out about 140 calves a year and farms around 750 acres of corn and soybeans. It is a third-generation farm that is comprised of brothers Brian and Randy, Brian’s son Tyler and his wife Cortney, and herdsman Jae Van Horn. Cates Farms have an annual fall production sale, called Star Search, that will be held on August 31st of this year. We also have a spring on-line sale called Modoc Madness. Cates Farms prides itself on customer service and helping develop youth through their junior projects. Cates farms is also proud that they have been able to stay at a very competitive level for over 3 decades, and have bred more national champions than any other operation in the breed’s history. Cates Farms is humbled by your continued support and devotion to our family and our cattle. Great luck to all of you at the junior nationals and may God bless you in your travels. Contact Information: Cates Farms Brian Cates RR 1, Box 358, Modoc, IN 47358 765-853-5819, Randy Cates 765-576-0035, Tyler Cates 765-576-0035, Herdsman - Jae Van Horn
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Get d e r a e g up! 2013
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july 26-28
michigan state university east lansing, michigan
KEY Conference is a program
designed to enhance youth leadership, gain industry knowledge and provide an opportunity to visit a university setting for furthering education. Participation is not limited to Shorthorn juniors, anyone ages 14-21 may attend.
Join us for
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Registration Fee: $150 per participant. *Fee includes all meals and housing.
Registration Deadline: July 10, 2013
Watch www.juniorshorthorn.com for more details!
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AMERICAN JUNIOR SHORTHORN ASSOCIATION
8288 Hascall Street • Omaha, NE 68124 402-393-7200 • www.juniorshorthorn.com
American Junior Shorthorn Association @ShorthornAssn
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SPRINGFIELD, MISSOURI JUNE 29-JULY 5, 2013
LIMOUSIN JUNIOR NATIONALS The Limousin breed came to North America in 1968 with the import of Prince Pompadour, the patriarch of American and Canadian Limousin. He was bred AI to over 13,000 females and later imports expanded to the breed to what it is today. The first National Sale was held at National Western Stock Show in 1971 and the first National Junior Limousin Show and Congress was held in 1979. Today, the Limousin breed holds shows nationwide and has around 400 head and 200 juniors at its National Junior Show. The
National Junior Limousin Show and Congress gives juniors the opportunity to show multiple times with the All-American Futurity Medal of Excellence show immediately following the junior show. Numerous competitions await exhibitors from quiz bowl and sales talk to magazine advertising and the judging contest as well as the Tenderfoot program for new juniors to bond with more experienced exhibitors. Exhibitors as young as five will enjoy the show including a fireworks display on the 4th of July!
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on the board
a) North American Limousin Junior Association Board of Directors President Remy Carmichael, Midland, Texas Vice President Mark Blake, Stilwell, Kansas Secretary Katie Campbell, Leavensworth, Kansas Treasurer Abby Hendrickson, Adair, Oklahoma Ex-Officio Eric Birkner, Solgohachia, Arkansas Junior Advisor Bret Begert, Allison, Texas
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b) North American Limousin Association Board of Directors President Bob Mitchell, Wisconsin Vice President Mat Lewis, Colorado Secretary Mike Hall, California Treasurer Chad Settje, Nebraska Member-at-Large Charles Linhart, Iowa Past President Mike Smith, Kansas NALF Executive Director Mark Anderson, Colorado John Tobe, Kentucky Jim Bob Hendrickson, Oklahoma Brian Skaggs, Oklahoma Dexter Edwards, North Caroloina Warren Symens, South Dakota Autin Hager, North Dakota Breg Begert, Texas Tom Vaughn, North Dakota
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LEWIS LIMOUSIN FARMS BY MAT LEWIS, CO
Current Operation Lewis Limousin Farms, Iliff, Colorado Diversified irrigated farming and ranching operation in the South Platte River valley of Northeast, Colorado. We raise corn and alfalfa and run approximately 120 Limousin, Angus and Lim-Flex cows where we focus on the production of registered commercial bulls which we sell by private treaty. Family Wife, Wendy and children Kaylie 18, Rylie 15, Kinlie 12 and Hallie 5 How Long 2013 will represent the 39th year our family has been breeding Limousin Cattle. How Started In January of 1974, my Dad purchased a good set of crossbred cows and in March of that year joined the North American Limousin Foundation under the name of Double L Farm, a partnership formed between my dad and grandfather. Dad purchased our first Limousin bull from Follis Limousin in January 1975 at the NWSS and later that month a set of halfblood first-calf heifers from David Masey of Longmont, Colorado. Mat currently serves on the board of directors for the NALF. Contact Information: Lewis Limousin Farms Mat Lewis Illiff, CO 970-521-0545
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LINCOLN, NEBRASKA JULY 8-13, 2013
SIMMENTAL JUNIOR NATIONALS The American Junior Simmental Association The American Junior Simmental Association (AJSA) is the official youth organization of the American Simmental Association; founded in 1975, the AJSA has more than 3,500 members. The AJSA strives to enhance youth potential for life success by instilling a comprehensive understanding of the beef industry while developing leadership, networking, and communica-
tion skills. The AJSA Board of Trustees offers leadership development beyond the boundaries of local or state groups. Sixteen AJSA Trustees govern the AJSA; eight are elected each year at the National Classic. Trustees are elected for a two-year term and unless age limited may serve two terms. During their two-year terms, Trustees develop progressive leadership and educational activities to serve junior members
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across the nation. The AJSA Trustees make recommendations for new programs and ideas to present for final approval to the Board of Trustees of the American Simmental Association with the goal of developing the leadership potential of the junior members, and promoting Simmental cattle. The National Classic: More than just a cattle show! The National Classic is the highlight of the AJSA summer events and is co-sponsored by the American Simmental Association and the host state Simmental association. The National Classic provides an opportunity for AJSA members to showcase their knowledge of the cattle industry and their cattle. Unlike any other beef breed junior national event, the National Classic requires exhibitors to participate in four of five educational competitions to be eligible to exhibit cattle. Competitions in public speaking, interview, livestock judging, and sales talk competitions at the Classics use real-life experience to develop confidence and communication skills for our youth — the future of the Simmental industry. Juniors from across the nation vie for top honors to place in the Top 20 of each of the contests and the esteemed Overall Top 20 of each age division (junior, intermediate, and senior). For many, the National Classic is the ultimate family vacation. This summer show provides an oppor-
tunity for both junior members and their cattle projects. Social events such as dinners, dances, and the banquet are highlights for both juniors and adults. Many of the AJSA activities are showcased at the National Classic each summer The 2013 National Classic— Simmental Showdown! Judge: Kyle Colyer, Idaho The theme adopted for the ASA’s 33rd Annual National Classic – “Simmental Showdown” – alludes to the intense, but congenial competition that has been so evident in the 32 previous events. Since its inception, the Classic has created a learning environment based in large part on competition and inter-state rivalries. When all is said and done, however, the anticipated crowd of more than 300 AJSA members who participate will return home with: greater knowledge about their chosen breed and the beef industry; boatloads of new friends; and, memories to last until the 2014 Classic, when they’ll gather to do it all over again. “The Nebraska Simmental Association (NSA) is proud to host the 2013 National Classic once again,” says NSA Executive Secretary Diane Duren, who is doing double duty as event coordinator. “We’re encouraging Simmental breeders from all over the country to join us for this spectacular event. The nation’s premier American Junior Simmental Association (AJSA)
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members will be showcasing their abundant talents and skills as they relate to the beef industry.” ASA’s Annual National Classic is returning to Nebraska for the third time. The first was held in Lincoln in 1985 and the second in Kearney in 2003. The NSA has also hosted five North Central Regional Classics over the years. Nebraska Juniors have served in numerous leadership positions within the AJSA. Cattle activities and competitions will be held at the spacious ultra-modern, Lancaster Event Center. The huge facility will easily stall the 400+ head of cattle expected for the event under one roof. With the show ring just footsteps from the barn, and the air conditioned Lincoln room, where meals will be served, is just around the corner, you’ll find everything you need right at your fingertips. Not only are the facilities inside set up well for cattle but the outside facilities are too. Cattle will tie out in the evenings to permanent gates on mulch provided by the Nebraska Simmental Association. Due to fairgrounds regulations, no cattle are permitted to tie to the trailer, be sure to plan and pack accordingly. What’s Happening A full schedule of activ-
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ities has been planned, including competitions, an educational session with Dr. Lipsey, many fully-sponsored meals, competitive recreation, Trustee elections, and the Awards Brunch/Banquet. Highlights include a tour of Memorial Stadium, fabled home of the many-time National Champion University of Nebraska Cornhusker football team, a dance, a free outing to the local water park, a Stock Show University fitting clinic, and a tour of Vogler Semen Center. Plus AJSA President, Koty Allen will throw out the first pitch at the Amarillo vs. Lincoln Saltdogs baseball game on Thursday night. With the University of Nebraska at the Lancaster Event Center back door, Animal Science faculty and judging team members will be heavily involved in the conduct of various aspects of the Classic. The Nebraska Simmental Association members are anxious and excited to welcome the AJSA back to Nebraska.
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a) National Junior Simmental Association Board of Directors President Koty Allen, IL 715.977.1619 Koty_allen@hotmail.com Vice President of Membership Communications Mollee Brown, WV 304.290.1096 unsinkablemollee@aol.com Vice President of Leadership Shannon White, OK 317.989.5410 Shannon.m.white@okstate.edu Vice President of Finance Tyler Mackey, TX 254.998.0471 ty_mackey@hotmail.com Vice President of Marketing Brett Willis, OK 580.276.6622 Willis.brett@rocketmail.com North Central Regional Trustees Kade Allen, WI Kyle Ruth, IA Samantha Walker, IL South Central Trustees Dulcie Fields, TX
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Eastern Region Trustees Austin Henthorn, OH Morgan Phillips, KY Jessica Smith, MS Western Region Trustees Britney Beins, UT
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CHAROLAIS JUNIOR NATIONALS the United States from Mexico in 1934. From that beginning, the breed grew rapidly. Cattlemen admired both Charolais bulls and females for their muscling, correctness and size. They were also very impressed with their calves. An ever-expanding demand for purebred Charolais One of the oldest of the French cattle breeds, seedstock kept an active market for both bulls Charolais is considered of Jurassic origin and and females. Livestock producers across the was developed in the district around Charolles country were searching for animals that would in Central France. The first Charolais came into improve their profit picture. The Charolais breed has changed the nation’s thinking regarding efficient beef production standards. Charolais cattle have demonstrated a definite superiority in growth ability, efficient feedlot gains and carcass values.
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In 1957, the American and International Associations merged into today’s American-International Charolais Association (AICA). The American-International Junior Charolais Association (AIJCA) is one of the largest and most progressive junior breed associations in the United States. The AIJCA and affiliate organizations annually sponsor the AIJCA Junior National Show and Leadership Conference across the country. This year the Texas Junior Charolais Association has planned many great activities at the “Charolais Drive-In,” July 14-19 in Texarkana, Arkansas. The weeklong event is filled with cattle shows, personal development competitions, workshops and fun for the whole family. Charolais Junior members prepare for this event all year-round.
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a) American international Junior Charolais Association Board of
More information can be found at www.charolaisusa.com.
At the show...
Wednesday, July 17th / 7:30a.m. ● Bull, Steer, % & Owned Heifer Show Thursday, July 18th / 7:30a.m. ● Showmanship Contest Friday, July 19th / 8:00a.m. ● Heifer Show
Directors President: Megan Fink Vice President: Matt Loggains Secretary: Chelsea Woodcock Treasurer: Haley Stalcup Directors: Kade Beck Abbey Thiel Kurtis Clawson Macie Wagstaff Mason Lewis Tara Fountain Nick Chism Lauryn Brown Megan Johnson
b) American International Charolais Association Board of Directors President: Larry Lehman Vice President: Bill Nottke Secretary: John Chism Treasurer: Robb Creasey, Ex-Officio: Harlin Hecht Directors: Bill Romans Jerry Maltby Troy Thomas Dave Hebbert Jimmy Albert Sue McCoy Everett Shepherd Nathan Reinhart Doug Rogers Silas Maxwell Bob Tibbs Georgeanne Webb
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GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA JUNE 15-21, 2013 Held with the Maine-Anjou 2013 Junior National Show
CHIANINA JUNIOR NATIONALS History of the Breed Chianina (pronounced Kee-a-nee-na) is one of the oldest breeds of cattle in the world. Originating in Central Italy, Chianina were initially introduced into the United States in 1971, when the first Chianina semen was imported. The 1st Chianina calf was born in the U.S. was a black half-blooded Chi x Angus/Holstein bull calf born on Jan. 31 1972. In 1975, Italian
Fullblood Chianina were exported from Canada into United States. The ACA registers composite breeds. Chianina breeders have shown interest in “composite breeds” of Chianina. The first such registry program to be adopted by the ACA in 1976 was Chiangus registry. Three more composite registry started in 1986, Chiford, Chimaine, Red Chiangus.
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New Junior Website www.chicattle.org/ajca
on the board AJCA Board of Directos
Executive Committee Kelsey Rutt President Megan Hunt Vice President SyAnn Foster Secretary Jessica Harsh Treasurer Kelsey Culp Public Relations Ty Sexton Public Relations
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b) ACA Board of Directors Ed Miller Chairman John Higgins Vice Chairman Ken Culp III Secretary Don Esch Treasurer Directors: Jordan Holt Matt Michel Rob Sheets Mark Johnson, Art Pittman Bryan Schaefer Val Shields Brad Stoppel
Director of Junior Activities Jaclyn Upperman
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M LAZY HEART RANCH, LLC BY PAUL JR. & CHRISTINE MILLER FAMILY, WY
M Lazy Heart Ranch, LLC is owned and operated by Paul and Christine Miller. The kids, PD, Skyler and Paige are a huge part of our family run operation as well. We live in Torrington, WY and raise show cattle that are marketed across the United States and into Canada. We’ve been in business since 1998. Because we also own and operate a custom feedlot, Miller Cattle & Feedyards, LLC, we have a thorough understanding of the cattle business. Brad Linton is our irreplaceable herdsman and we could not get it all done without him! Our herd is made up of crossbred cattle, but the Chianina breed is the prominent registry that we use. Our kids have had success showing Chi cattle as well. M Lazy Heart Ranch has raised several Chianina registered AI sires over the past few years and is actively involved in promoting some of them. We really enjoy the Chianina association and the people
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associated with it. Chianina genetics offer many attributes needed in today’s show industry. Our success in the show cattle business is rated by your successes in the show ring and productivity on the ranch. Please give us a call to visit or stop by if you are in the area!! Contact Information:
M Lazy Heart Ranch, LLC Paul Jr. & Christine Miller Family 4725 State Hwy 154, Torrington, WY 82240 907-532-4771, Home 307-532-6508, Paul Miller Cell 307-575-0590, Christine Miller Cell 724-880-7520, Brad Linton Cell www.mlazyheartranch.com Follow us on Facebook! christine@mlazyheartranch.com paul@mlazyheartranch.com
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he center of the country. The heart of the Midwest. Proud to be Kansans. That’s us. Legacy Livestock Imaging.
My husband Charles and I are the owners of Legacy, an imaging company specializing in high quality livestock and landscape photography, design, and promotions. Charles currently is the marketing director, ear getter, and carrier of all things too heavy for me! Photography, editing, and design are my official job duties. Charles story is similar to an awful lot of people in the ag industry. He was raised on a farm in Randolph, KS with his brother and sister. He spent his days at a small school, balancing chores and sports, 4H and FFA. Anderson Farms specialized in raising pure-
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A photographer whose passion has taken her across the country from the Smithsonian to the show ring. BY: HEIDI ANDERSON, KS
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bred Shorthorn cattle and showed frequently at the American Royal, Louisville, and Denver along with a number of shows in the Midwest. He attended Dodge City Community College on a judging scholarship and finished his degree at Kansas State University. Since then he has worked with his family as well as honing his marketing skills for a few businesses outside of the ag industry. My story however is a bit different. I grew up as an Air Force brat and pastor’s daughter. In other words we moved around quite a bit. I had the opportunity to see all parts of this wonderful country and have actually visited 49 out of 50 states! I started shooting pictures with my first camera at age 9. Traveling as much as we did gave me the opportunity to capture pictures of the ocean, mountains, wheat fields, and sky scrapers. Early on I learned how to use a 35mm camera and process film. That knowledge helps me everyday to compose shots
in my head before I press that button. I attended Washburn University and received a BBA in finance in 2001. Because every artist has a business degree right? After working as an auditor (you can stop laughing now) I admitted to myself that my true calling was to be a full time mother to my children and a full time photographer. Over the past 11 years I have had the opportunity to work closely with some the most influential photographers in America. Learning traditional composition, cutting edge technology, and how to push the limits. I established a business that specialized in portrait and fine art photography. In a few short years I was privileged to call 2 professional ballet companies among my clients as well as a variety of businesses and of course families. I started competing images with Professional Photographers of America (longest established professional association of photographers) five years ago. Roughly 70,000 images are MAY/JUNE 2013 THE SHOWTIMES 79
submitted from the nations top photographers every year. Only ten percent are accepted as merit worthy. I have had 8 merit prints in that time. I have also been blessed enough to have a few images chosen to be in traveling exhibits hanging in the Smithsonian as well as a number of other major art museums. I have also been named as one of the top ten photographers in Kansas the past two years and received the national honor of Photographer of the Year, an award only bestowed on less than 1% of all photographers entering print competition. Then I met Mr. Anderson. A single dad meets a single mom. A bona-fide city girl meets a Kansas farm boy. And I couldn’t be happier. We combined to become a family of seven. Abby (16), Morgan (13), Connor (13), Parker (10), and Lilly (6) keep us busy and constantly amused! Our house is a constant mix of ballet shoes, soccer cleats, muck boots, and framed cattle pictures ready to ship out. I think we had 30 head in the living room last night. How many people can say that? Images are how I communicate. I see the world around me as a constant possibility for an image. The dew on a flower. A child peeking around the corner. A sunset. So you can imagine what is was like to really start spending time on a farm. Everything was new. The barns. The animals. The fence lines. The sprawling pastures. The people. It was official – I was in love and there was no turning back. When it comes to livestock photography, as in any photography, you are drawn in first by
impact. Whether it’s a spring pair, a massive bull in a snowstorm, the rolling hills of central Kansas, or a masterfully fit tailhead the image should ignite an emotion. Even a profile sale or promotion shot should make you stop in your tracks and look again. And impact isn’t always the obvious. When I take a picture of spray cans in a stall I want you to think of the smell of the aerosol and the time spent on a calf with your friends and family. In this day and age of technology and Facebook the population is becoming more and more visual. And what people see, sometimes for only a split second, will make an impression that will stick. The question is, what impression do you want people to have in that instant? Originally the business started as a few family friends and a few fine art print all being sold through my existing portrait studio. But things grew very quickly and we realized soon that the livestock branch of photography would have to become its own company. That “branch” is now pretty much the whole tree! In just shy of 6 months Legacy Livestock Imaging has nearly six thousand very loyal fans on Facebook (at the time of writing). We have had the humbling pleasure of working for or promoting some of the most influential breeders, steer traders and companies in the business. We have also been able to get to know and work for some amazing families along the way. We are excited everyday to have the opportunity to visit farms, share your everyday lives, photograph your livestock and promote it in a way that is truly reflective of its quality, excellence, and your hard work.▪
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Look up to, respect, and learn from the ones that go before us. BY DAVE GUYER, IL
very unprofessional in the way I handled a certain situation. To make a long story short one of my own kids were very disrespectful at ringside and when they came out of the ring we had a “chat”. Now in looking back, my “chat” should have been at a different time and place but what’s done is done. On the flip side I recently went to an educational event and met a couple friends that we all can learn from, Matt and Jake.
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his month we are talking about something that isn’t directly a show tip but if you follow the right path within this industry it can open up many doors. As young people in any industry we need to look up to, respect, and learn from the ones that go before us, “been there done that”. A few things have happened in recent times to spark this article and one of them was a personal one. I recently was
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They were so respectful and willing to listen, learn, and perform. So there is learning all the way around for us all. We as adults need to be good leaders and always know, like me, there is a place and a time, to mentor ones like Matt and Jake, be a parent when we need to be, and be a good example whenever we are out and about. We can also realize that the path our kids have chosen is not all a bad deal. Some play sports and some kids choose livestock as their sport. It teaches discipline, dedication, and reward. When you turn on the news today it can make you sick, so be proud we have an industry that is a great place to raise our kids. On the flip side you youth need to be respectful to the industry and appreciate your parents, mentors, and leaders for allowing you to participate in something that brings you much opportunities in life. I don’t know where I would be right now if it
wasn’t for this industry. Everything I have in life, which includes the most precious to me, my family, has evolved from the livestock world. Now how do we turn all this gabber into a show tip for the month is the question? Let’s all stop and listen, open up your minds, and whether you are young or old always be willing to learn. In this business as competition rises, be one of the ones that want to get better. Don’t be one on the side lines saying wrong things about a winner as you have your tail between your legs, but be the one on the side line watching that same grand drive and looking at it as a challenge to get better, work harder, and get more reward. I meet many “go getters” in my travels and I am proud to have two of my own but my challenge to the youth is to be a “go getter” and my challenge to all
adults including myself is to be a better role model. Let’s stand proud of the livestock show industry and together we can make some news, but let’s make it good news instead of what we see on the news today. Remember to contact your ShowRite dealer today to make the first step in bettering your project. Feed nutrition is of the up most importance today for the show ring. Watch the winners and they all have one thing in common... that is a good feeding program. Pick a proven feed company like ShowRite that is willing to give back. Ask your ShowRite dealer about feed tag programs, shows, educational events, etc. that may be available in your area. This is just a start to people helping ours to keep this livestock sport alive.
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An exhibitor. A breeder. A leader.
Austin showing his heifer at the 2012 National Junior Hereford Expo in Grand Island, NE
Austin helping a young exhibitor in the ring at the 2012 NAILE.
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“PERFECT PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT.”
’m not sure who said that but whoever it may be, they were absolutely correct. Not only does this quote apply to sports, but I have also applied it to my everyday life as I strive to attain all my goals. My name is Austin Buzanowski, and I currently attend the University of Wyoming with plans to graduate this fall. I am majoring in Animal Science with the Business option with minors in Meat Science and Ag Business. I have grown up on my parents’ Hereford operation, Snowshoe Cattle Company, in Southeastern Montana. Additionally, my sister Rachael and I are second generation Hereford breeders. Those of you who share my enthusiasm for Hereford cattle may have seen me at the Junior National Hereford Expo, Denver, or Kansas City working the show ring with fellow Jr. Board members or showing a homeraised heifer. Growing up I had a major transition that I was constantly making between sports and showing cattle. Despite the fact that I grew up in a small rural town in Southeastern
Montana, my friends and fellow teammates did not have much of an agricultural background. It was hard to relate my experiences and responsibilities from home when, after practice, all my friends would go home and play video games. Meanwhile, I was expected to feed my show animals and do whatever other chores were necessary before heading into the house for dinner. However, I still managed to change directions as necessary and fully participate in both activities. I know I drove my parents crazy as they had to constantly take me places so I could participate, but I am very grateful that they did as I learned many lessons and gained many skills that have helped me in everyday life. Juggling multiple activities certainly helped me learn about responsibility and accountability. I learned early that if I failed to put in enough effort in either activity that I would pay for it later. I knew that I may not always hold the champion heifer, but there was no excuse for not having her look the part or being able to properly present her. I applied the same mentality to sports. I was not going to be outworked or out-hustled, even when I may have been out-matched or out-sized (although that didn’t really happen until college). Because of my participation in both activities, I have had a lot of great experiences. Due to my hard work in sports, I was able to assist my high school football team to a state championship. Not
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Austin and his sister Rachael at the 2012 Junior National Hereford Expo in Grand Island, NE Taylor Sidwell, Austin Buzanowski, and Wyatt DeVries having fun at the 2009 Junior National Hereford Expo in Tulsa, OK
only this, but after graduation was asked to report to fall camp as a walk-on for the University of Wyoming Football Team. With a new coach beginning that season, there were high expectations which we were able to live up to as we went on to win the New Mexico Bowl (three overtimes later!). Playing in the “big leagues” was a huge accomplishment for me, however, due to injury and other factors I decided it was time to retire. I then decided to pursue my dream to run for the National Junior Hereford Association Board of Directors. After meeting and getting acquainted with many of the Directors over the years, I felt it was my turn to walk in their shoes. As a kid I looked up to all the Directors and held them in such high regard that I wanted to be just like them. I was elected to a three year term on the National Junior Hereford Board in the summer of 2010 and I will be retiring at this summer’s event in Kansas City, MO (by the way if you haven’t picked out your Hereford heifer yet you should probably get on that!). The week I ran for the Board was easily the most stressful week of my life up to that point. I was constantly going around working contests, the show ring, and filling in wherever needed. I felt like I never saw my cattle until it was time to start fitting. All that hard work sure paid off though when I was handed that maroon blazer at the banquet on the final night of Nationals. It may not have fit quite right in the sleeves and shoulders, but I knew it was where I was meant to be. The next task was to see what I could achieve once I put it on and to live up to the image I had formed of a Board member since I was a kid. It is hard to put into words what an experience I have had while serving on the Board, but I will try. I have met some amazing people during my term and I cannot thank them enough for their support. I would also like to thank the moms of all the “Boardies” who lend a helping hand judging the numerous contests and also preparing meals when we are on the fly at Junior Nationals. I have learned much from my time served on the Board from both good and not as good ex92 THE SHOWTIMES MAY/JUNE
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Austin as a member of the Class B Big Sky All-Star Football team in 2009
Austin and David Largent working in the Yards at Denver 2013
Austin clipping on a string of Snowshoe Cattle Company Herefords
periences. I feel that in some situations I learned more from the not as good encounters, as they taught me how to deal with situations when they arise and potentially how to avoid them.
successful as I have been. They have pushed and encouraged me in every aspect of my life. When I am out doing my Junior Board responsibilities, they are back at the stall making sure the cattle remain looking the part after we worked Without the support of my own so hard at home to prepare them. family I could have never been as Outside of a few advisors, they are
where I turn when I need advice. I am very thankful for the opportunities and experiences that have come my way. They have helped shape me into the person I am today. I’m not saying that I am perfect, but I strive to “practice perfect”.▪
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“Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost” – Mathew 28:19 BY BRAD HENDERSON, CO
pray everyone is having a great spring. Here on the Henderson place calves are hitting the ground, the grass is turning green (wish there was a lot more of it), and we are all watching the results of our breeding decisions last year and already discussing what we will do different next year. A growing cattle operation is always looking for the gold that’s on the other side of that next hill. A dying operation is one that believes the only way to do things is the way they’ve always done them. To put it another way, they have turned from being outwardly focused to only being focused on themselves. There is a key word in the verse above from the end of the book of Mathew……..Jesus says “Go”. The disciples had been given all the tools to do the work. 102 THE SHOWTIMES MAY/JUNE 2013
They had witnessed his death and resurrection and had gathered together to get their marching orders. Jesus didn’t tell them to build a big fancy building on that spot and the eleven of them meet once a week and tell war stories from the Garden of Gethsemane. He told them to get to work. Christ’s Kingdom was out there and they were to go and start building it. Christ said, “No one knows the day nor the hour” when He would return. But in multiple places in the New Testament He made it very clear, He expects us all to be working on the same goal he gave the eleven disciples so long ago. We are supposed to be in the battle fighting to get to the other side of that next hill, always expanding His Kingdom. His Kingdom… NOT OURS! This principle of being turned outward; constantly in growth mode and always being on the move and focused on others is foundational. It applies to you as an individual. It applies to marriages and families. It applies to all businesses including ranches. It applies to churches. And it applies to nations. The instant a husband or wife becomes selfish and starts focusing on themselves and not their spouses needs, the marriage and family begins to fall apart. Same goes for brothers and sisters within the family. If it all becomes about them and not their family or siblings, their lives will begin to darken and it may be years for them to heal the wounds they’ve caused, if ever. The outward/inward principle applies to Businesses- the instant a business stops looking for new opportunities and new work it begins sliding into
ruin. How does it apply to churches? As long as a church body is focused on going out and reaching the lost with the Good News of the Gospel and bringing more lost sheep into Christ’s Kingdom it will be a body filled with light and energy. But as soon as they decide they have done enough, and they turn in on themselves, they are no better than some exclusive club and they will fade away within the walls of their nice building with the doors barred on the inside to keep new people out. Now let’s look at the United States. This country was born in the fight for freedom. Not just the freedom of our own people but due to our biblical roots, we fought for the freedom of all men and women. That unceasing struggle for freedom bred a mentality that all things were possible. So much so that our young little country broke the bands of gravity and went to the moon! This country was founded on freedom and self-reliance. We once viewed someone placing limits on how far we could fly as bondage and slavery. Now all we hear about is how everyone is entitled to a “safety net” and a long list of so called “rights”. In my book there is no difference between an “entitlement” and a logging chain locked to my ankle. With the wonderful freedom
to succeed also comes the freedom to fail. You can’t have one without the other. It’s your choice- freedom or slavery? Read your history books---theirs is no middle ground. What the government gives it can take away. Our rights come from our Creator and we are to serve Him only. One last step- how does the outward/inward principle apply to you. Where is your focus? Is it on others? Is it on a big dream on the other side of that next hill? Or is it all about you? Is all you ever think about your needs and your comfort? Is your circle of friends constantly expanding or is it stagnant and shrinking? Is your life growing and on the move or have you stopped and sliding backwards? Life is like the weather--- it’s always changing and as long as your heart is beating you can decide to turn it all around and get moving again. If you’ve turned inward (and we all do at times in our lives), stop and figure out what you need to change to get moving again. Ask God to fill your sails with His wind of purpose and for Him to put his hand on the rudder of your life and steer you in the direction He wants you to go and get back to serving others and not yourself. I challenge you to go impact this world in a way that will live on for generations. Don’t live a life that ends when you do. ■
Save the Cowboy is located in Kiowa, Colorado. You can learn more about us by visiting our web site online at savethecowboy. com or you can contact Brad Henderson at bhenderson@ westernllc.net.
BIBLE verses Hebrews 11:3 “Through faith we understand that the worlds were framed by the Word of God, so that things which are seen were not made of things which do appear.” Romans 1:16 “For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth”
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With a limited number of progeny registered to date, “Womanizer” has sired an astounding number of champions at national events. His dam is a maternal sister to CJH Domino 552, with over $300,000 in progeny sales to her credit in the last three years. Full brother Kahuna was Denver and Ft. Worth Grand Champion in 2011. Maternal sisters have been champions at numerous events, including Reserve Grand Female at the 2011 Jr. National. Owned with Hansmeier and Son of Bristol, SD.
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recipe
Pork Ribs Pace Picante Cook-Off Winning Recipe 2003 1 package of Country Style Ribs 1 Onion 1 Green Pepper 1 Can of Beer 2 Tbsp Minced Garlic Salt & Pepper to Taste 1 sm. jar peach preserves 1 sm. jar Pace Mild Picante Sauce
Marinate the ribs in the beer for 2 hours prior to cooking. Brown the ribs, onion, green pepper and garlic in dutch oven. When Brown, simmer until tender. Prior to serving, mix the preserves and picante sauce together. Top the ribs with sauce and simmer until sauce is heated. Serve Immediately.
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I’m a 6th generation rancher, where our family raised Charolais cattle and showed them all over the US and Canada. Along with showing cattle I have been showing pigs all across the US since I was 2 years old. I began raising show pigs in 2003 and selling them to 4-H and FFA kids around the country. I was very active in the FFA, where I was a Wyoming State FFA Officer and then became a National Collegiate Agriculture Ambassador. It is my goal to continue promoting the agriculture industry, and help people understand the importance of agriculture in their daily lives. This recipe was created in 2003 when I competed in the Pace Picante Cook-off, it was the winning recipe that year, hope everyone enjoys.
July 28 - July 31: Brookings, SD
Earlybird deadline: $300 by June 15 - $350 after June 15 Entry forms available online at jrhereford.org Juniors between the ages of 13-21 are invited to attend.
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Together the National Junior Hereford Association (NJHA) and American Junior Maine-Anjou Association (AJMAA) would like to introduce the “Faces of Leadership” youth convention. Youth from across the country and two dynamic associations will merge together in scenic South Dakota for fun, fellowship, leadership and learning.
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GREEN AND GOLD SHOWDOWN PG 126
PG 128
ILLINOIS BEEF EXPO PG 132
PG 136
RIO GRAND VALLEY
PG 140
BATTLE OF THE BREEDS
MU BLOCK AND BRIDLE
HUNTINGTON PREVIEW SHOW
SHOWIN’ FOR A CURE
HOUSTON LIVESTOCK SHOW
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PG 134
PG 138
OHIO BEEF EXPO
MICHIGAN BEEF EXPO
WABASH CLASSIC
PG 142 BOOT SCOOTIN’ CATTLE BATTLE
PG 146
TWO STEPPIN’ SPECTACULAR
PG 150 WHITLEY COUNTY CATTLEMEN’S CLASSIC PG 152
NORTHERN EXPOSURE
PG 154
KENT HABEGER MEMORIAL
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Green Steers | Gold Steers
GREEN AND GOLD SHOWDOWN ■ Date: March 17, 2013 ■ Location: Greeley, Colorado ■ Green Judge: Dr. Dan Shike ■ Gold Judge: Shane Werk ■ Show Results: Devin Sisk of Show Photo by Katina
Grand Champion Steer (Green) ■ Vada Vickland
Reserve Champion Steer (Green) ■ Jessica
Wallander
3rd Overall Steer (Green)
■ P.D. Miller
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4th Overall Steer (Green) ■ Emma Vickland
5th Overall Steer (Green) ■ Kyndal Reitzenstein
SHOW RESULTS
Grand Champion Steer (Gold) ■ Jessica Wallander
Reserve Champion Steer
(Gold) ■ Vada Vickland
3rd Overall Steer (Gold)
■ Sarah Vickland
4th Overall Steer (Gold) ■ Kyndal Reitzenstein
5th Overall Steer (Gold) ■ Emma Vickland
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Green Heifers | Gold Heifers
GREEN AND GOLD SHOWDOWN ■ Date: March 17, 2013 ■ Location: Greeley, Colorado ■ Green Judge: Dr. Dan Shike ■ Gold Judge: Shane Werk ■ Show Results: Devin Sisk of Show Photo by Katina
Grand Champion Heifer (Green) ■ Caitlyn Walbrecht
Reserve Champion Heifer
(Green) ■ Paige Miller
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3rd Overall Heifer (Green) ■ Emma Vickland
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4th Overall Heifer (Green)
■ Austin Vieselmeyer
5th Overall Heifer (Green)
■ Austin Huwa
SHOW RESULTS
Grand Champion Heifer (Gold) ■ Paige Miller
Reserve Champion Heifer
(Gold) ■ Caitlyn
Walbrecht
3rd Overall Heifer (Gold) ■ Austin Reitzenstein
4th Overall Heifer (Gold)
■ Austin Vieselmeyer
5th Overall Heifer (Gold)
■ Emma Vickland
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Steers | Heifers
OHIO BEEF EXPO ■ Date: 2013 ■ Location: OH ■ Steer Judge: Jarold Callahan, OK ■ Heifer Judge: Kyle Conley, OK ■ Show Results: Jerry Ballard
Grand Champion Steer (Division II Crossbred) ■ Carson Shafer
Reserve Champion Steer
(Maine-Anjou) ■ Elizabeth Heintz
3rd Overall Steer (Div. III Res.)
■ Gerrett Davidson
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4th Overall Steer (Simmental) ■ Adam Widman
5th Overall Steer (3rd Cross) ■ Brook Egbert
SHOW RESULTS
Grand Champion Heifer (Shorthorn) ■ Clayton Boyert
Reserve Champion Heifer
(Angus) ■ Lindsey Pugh
3rd Overall Heifer (Crossbred) ■ Shelby Manning
4th Overall Heifer (MaineTainer)
■ Tyler Clark
5th Overall Heifer (%Simmental)
■ Clayton Hara
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Hogs | Lambs | Goats | Steers | Heifers
HOUSTON LIVESTOCK SHOW ■ Date: March 3-22, 2013 ■ Location: Houston, Texas ■ Show Results: HLSR Grand Champion Hog
Reserve Champion Hog
Grand Champion Lamb
Reserve Champion Lamb
Grand Champion Goat
Reserve Champion Goat
■ Mandy Stevenson
■ Jessica Puente
■ Gabe Jenning
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■ Makenzie Venable
■ Trae Shearer
■ Zane Mauney
SHOW RESULTS
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BY KELTON LONG, TX
Grand Champion Steer ■ Kelton Long
Reserve Champion Steer
■ Lainey Bourgeois
Supreme Champion Heifer ■ Abby Geye
Reserve Supreme Heifer
■ Jeb Stewart Skiles
ifteen years old, born and raised in Wellington, TX, lived and raised around cattle. Showing has always been a part of my life, growing up with Barry Long, my dad, and Koby Long, my brother, showing steers was expected! Hard work and determination has always been the key to our success. Showing steers has been a family tradition since my dad and his brother where kids. My brother and I have always shared the barn and all the responsibilities with our cousins, Tucker, Bailey and Trey Long. I thought it was awesome when Koby won Houston in 2011, but when I won March, 2013, I can only say, that as a family, we are truly blessed. How many brothers can say they have both won Houston! With that, I would like to thank my parents, without them pushing me and wanting me to succeed I could not have accomplished this! They are my biggest fans! I would also like to thank my brother Koby, for always being there for me and teaching me, that only your best is good enough. The Copus family deserves a big thank you for all his hard work and help with my steers. I would also like to thank my county agent, Katy White, for all her hard work she put in also. My steer Chappie, was not the most expensive steer on the block nor the one that everybody wanted as a baby. Due to all the hard work, and working long days in the summer with Chappie, he was a champion at last. ▪
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HOUSTON LIVESTOCK SHOW
Steers
Champion Maine-Anjou
Reserve Maine-Anjou
Champion Chianina
Reserve Chianina
Champion Limousin
Reserve Limousin
■ Nathan Hilburn
■ Emily Kelley
■ Date: March 3-22, 2013 ■ Location: Houston, Texas ■ Show Results: HLSR
■ Trey Hurst
■ Braeden Pittman
Champion Simmental ■ Reese Rowden
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■ Kacy Bland
■ Stock Martin
Reserve Simmental
■ Stewart Skiles
SHOW RESULTS COMING UP
Steers
Champion Simbrah
Champion Polled Hereford
Champion Hereford
Reserve Simbrah
Reserve Polled Hereford
Reserve Hereford
Champion AOB
Champion ABC
Champion Brahman
Reserve AOB
Reserve ABC
Reserve Brahman
■ John Thomas Kelley
■ Parker Gass
■ Kelton Long
■ Lainey Bourgeois
■ Allison Berinkman
■ Caleb Behrenbs
■ Noah Stockman
■ Bret Reeves
■ Tyler Allan
■ Katherine Bezner
■ Jordan Schneider
■ Kase Clark
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HOUSTON LIVESTOCK SHOW
Steers
Champion Santa Gertrudis
Reserve Santa Gertrudis
Champion Brangus
Reserve Brangus
Champion Charolais
Reserve Charolais
■ RJ Guzman
■ Pake Jones
■ Date: March 3-22, 2013 ■ Location: Houston, Texas ■ Show Results: HLSR
■ Khloe Naegelin
■ Flint Newman
Champion Shorthorn ■ Raylee Bain
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■ Camryn Morrison
■ Caitalin Doskocil
Reserve Shorthorn
■ Kailey Lemmeyer
SHOW RESULTS
Champion Red Angus ■ Hunter Hicks
Champion Angus ■ Payton Herzog
Reserve Red Angus ■ Mary Leopold
Reserve Angus
■ Zachary Hughes
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Heifers | Steers
ILLINOIS BEEF EXPO ■ Date: February 24-25, 2013 ■ Location: Springfield, Illinois ■ Steer Judge: Tyler Melrose ■ Heifer Judge: Ernie Wallace ■ Show Results: Cindy Cagwin
Grand Champion Heifer (Low % Simmental) ■ Lucas Wisnefski
Reserve Champion Heifer
(Angus) ■ Keegan Cassady
3rd Overall Heifer (High % Sim.) ■ Jake Bloomberg
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4th Overall Heifer (Chi)
■ Sydney Wisnefski
5th Overall Heifer (MainTainer)
■ Derek Richie
SHOW RESULTS
Grand Champion Steer (Maine-Anjou) ■ AJ Line
Reserve Champion Steer
(Crossbred, Division II) ■ Nalaney Guyer
3rd Overall Steer (Res. Cross Div. II) 4th Overall Steer (Chi) ■ Mira Oros
■ Nelson England
5th Overall Steer (Res. Chi) ■ Dalton Line
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Steers | Heifers
HUNTINGTON PREVIEW SHOW ■ Date: 2013 ■ Location: Huntington, Indiana ■ Show Results: Kayla Campbell of Linde’s Livestock Photo
Grand Champion Steer (Crossbred) ■ Cole Wilcox
Reserve Champion Steer
(Res. Crossbred) ■ Harper Henney
3rd Overall Steer (Chi)
■ Rachel Rogers
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4th Overall Steer (Res. Chi) ■ Rachel Streitmatter
5th Overall Steer (Simmental) ■ Fulk Family
SHOW RESULTS
Grand Champion Heifer (Chi) ■ Ellie Sennett
Reserve Champion Heifer
(Commercial) ■ Samuel Gardner
3rd Overall Heifer (Angus) ■ Gabrielle Lemanager
4th Overall Heifer (Res. Commercial) ■ Hannah Winegardner
5th Overall Heifer (Simmental)
■ Ison Family
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Steers | Heifers
MU BLOCK AND BRIDLE ■ Date: March 15-17, 2013 ■ Location: Columbia, Missouri ■ Show Results: Pearl’s Pics
Grand Champion Steer (Crossbred) ■ Lexi Bremer
Reserve Champion Steer
(Res. Crossbred) ■ Shelby Lane
3rd Overall Steer (Chi)
■ Kayla Morrow
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4th Overall Steer (Maine) ■ Stetson Wiss
5th Overall Steer (MaineTainer) ■ Madeline Neill
SHOW RESULTS
Grand Champion Heifer (Crossbred) ■ John Schenkel
Reserve Champion Heifer
(Simmental) ■ Kaitlen Lee
3rd Overall Heifer (MaineTainer) ■ Carter Ward
4th Overall Heifer ■ Shiana Myer
5th Overall Heifer (Res. Cross)
■ Taylor Lodges
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Steers | Heifers
SHOWIN’ FOR A CURE ■ Date: March 23, 2013 ■ Location: Chillicothe, MO ■ Show Results: Pearl’s Pics
Grand Champion Steer (Crossbred) ■ Shelby Lane
Reserve Champion Steer
(Res. Cross) ■ Lexi Bremer
3rd Overall Steer (Simmental)
■ McKayla Stork
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4th Overall Steer (Maine-Anjou) ■ Taylor Wilkison
5th Overall Steer (Res. Maine) ■ Cade Van Vliet
SHOW RESULTS
Grand Champion Heifer (Crossbred) ■ Whitney Walker
Reserve Champion Heifer
(Maine-Anjou) ■ Cade Van Vliet
3rd Overall Heifer (Foundation Sim.) ■ Whitney Walker
4th Overall Heifer (Res. Cross)
■ Taylor Loges
5th Overall Heifer (Charolais)
■ Gregory Connell
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Steers | Hogs | Lambs | Goats
RIO GRAND VALLEY ■ Date: March 2013 ■ Location: Mercedes, Texas ■ Show Results: Barker Photography
Grand Champion Market Steer ■ Christina Cavazos
Reserve Champion Market Steer ■ Ty Vasquez
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SHOW RESULTS
Grand Champion Market Hog
Grand Champion Market Lamb
Reserve Champion Market Hog
Reserve Champion Market Lamb
■ Amber Flores
■ Joe Cantu
Grand Champion Market Goat
■ Cassidy Fitting
■ Jesus Ramos
■ Bailey Lopez
Reserve Champion Market Goat ■ Troy Billman
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WABASH CLASSIC ■ Date: March 9, 2013 ■ Location: Wabash, Indiana ■ Judge: Emily Griffiths ■ Show Results: Linde
Grand Champion Steer (Simmental) ■ Clayton Main
Reserve Champion Steer
(Crossbred) ■ Cole Wilcox
3rd Overall Steer (Chi)
■ Cayde Selke
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4th Overall Steer (Res. Chi) ■ Cody Michel
5th Overall Steer (Maine-Anjou) ■ Joshua Clifford
SHOW RESULTS
Grand Champion Heifer (AOB) ■ Lucas Wisnefski
Reserve Champion Heifer (Hereford) ■ Payton Farmer
3rd Overall Heifer (Angus) ■ Gabrielle Lemenager
4th Overall Heifer (%Simmental) 5th Overall Heifer (Chi)
■ Lucas Wisnefski
■ Parker Reed
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BATTLE OF THE BREEDS ■ Date: April 13, 2013 ■ Location: Sedalia, Missouri ■ Show Results: Pearl’s Pics
Grand Champion Steer (Crossbred) ■ MacKenzie Mawson
Reserve Champion Steer
(Maine-Anjou) ■ Lexi Bremer
3rd Overall Steer (Crossbred)
■ Kayla Morrow
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4th Overall Steer (Simmental) ■ Grace Riley
5th Overall Steer (Charolais) ■ MacKenzie Mawson
SHOW RESULTS
Grand Champion Heifer (Crossbred) ■ Caleb Sayre
Reserve Champion Heifer
(Angus) ■ Kimberlee Gieseker
3rd Overall Heifer (Chianina) ■ Taylor Loges
4th Overall Heifer (MaineTainer)
■ Carter Ward
5th Overall Heifer (%Simmental)
■ Malory Early
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MICHIGAN BEEF EXPO ■ Date: April 5-7, 2013 ■ Location: East Lansin, Michigan ■ Show Results: Linde
Grand Champion Steer (Chi) ■ Nick Boersen
Reserve Champion Steer (Crossbred) ■ Emma Bedeker
3rd Overall Steer (Maine-Anjou)
■ Taylor Bolinger
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4th Overall Steer (Mkt. Heifer) ■ Maddy Clark
5th Overall Steer (Res. Cross) ■ Adam Kingsman
SHOW RESULTS
Grand Champion Heifer (AOB) ■ Adam Acmoody
Reserve Champion Heifer
(Angus) ■ Austin Nowatzke
3rd Overall Heifer (Commercial) ■ Shelby Manning
4th Overall Heifer (Res. Angus) ■ Sterling Reichenbach
5th Overall Heifer (Hereford)
■ Max Goble
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Reserve Champion Steer (2)
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Reserve Champion Heifer (1)
■ Chancee Clark
■ Blaine Wildy
■ Date: March 23, 2013 ■ Location: Fayetteville, Arkansas ■ Judge Ring 1: Wes Hudson ■ Judge Ring 2: Jim Pipkin ■ Show Results: Rural Route Creations
■ Chancee Clark
■ Chancee Clark
Grand Champion Heifer (2) ■ Chancee Clark
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■ Blaine Wildy
■ Carlee Clark
Reserve Champion Heifer (2)
■ Carlee Clark
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4th Overall Heifer (1)
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5th Overall Heifer (2)
■ MacKenzie Mawson
■ Kayla Morrow
■ MacKenzie Mawson
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■ Kayla Morrow
■ Conner Cole
■ Kylee Sigmon
■ MacKenzie Mawson
■ Sarah Caldwell
■ Conner Cole
■ MacKenzie Mawson
■ Kylee Sigmon
■ Carlee Clark
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Bulls
BOOT SCOOTIN’ CATTLE BATTLE ■ Date: March 23, 2013 ■ Location: Fayetteville, Arkansas ■ Judge Ring 1: Wes Hudson ■ Judge Ring 2: Jim Pipkin ■ Show Results: Rural Route Creations
Grand Champion Bull (1) ■ Logan Lakin
Reserve Champion Bull (1)
(Maine-Anjou) ■ Stran Wagner
3rd Overall Bull (1) ■ Brady Rowland
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4th Overall Bull (1)
■ Logan Sigmon
5th Overall Bull (1)
■ Wyatt Mosner
SHOW RESULTS
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■ Chancee Clark
■ MacKenzie Mawson
■ Date: March 24, 2013 ■ Location: Fayetteville, Arkansas ■ Judge Ring 1: Darin Annuschat ■ Judge Ring 2: Jeremy Leister ■ Show Results: Rural Route Creations
■ MacKenzie Mawson
■ Chancee Clark
Grand Champion Heifer (2) ■ Chancee Clark
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■ Stetson Wiss
■ Mason Walker
Reserve Champion Heifer (2)
■ Carlee Clark
SHOW RESULTS COMING UP
Bulls
3rd Overall Steer (1) ■ Stetson Wiss
4th Overall Steer (1) ■ Blain Wildy
5th Overall Steer (1) ■ MacKenzie Mawson
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4th Overall Heifer (1)
5th Overall Heifer (1)
3rd Overall Heifer (2)
4th Overall Heifer (2)
5th Overall Heifer (2)
■ Chancee Clark
■ Carlee Clark
■ Conner Cole
■ Kayla Morrow
■ Blain Wildy
■ Whitney Walker
■ Sarah Caldwell
■ Whitney Walker
■ Mason Walker
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Bulls
TWO STEPPIN’ SPECTACULAR ■ Date: March 23, 2013 ■ Location: Fayetteville, Arkansas ■ Judge Ring A: Wes Hudson ■ Judge Ring B: Jim Pipkin ■ Show Results: Rural Route Creations
Grand Champion Bull (1 & 2) ■ Brandi Frachiser
Grand Champion Bull (1 & 2) ■ Katelynn Rae
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WHITLEY COUNTY CATTLEMEN’S CLASSIC ■ Date: March 24, 2013 ■ Location: Columbia City, Indiana ■ Show Results: Pearl’s Pics
Grand Champion Steer (Crossbred) ■ Cole Wilcox
Reserve Champion Steer
(Chi) ■ Cade Selke
3rd Overall Steer (Res. Chi)
■ Rachel Streitmatter
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4th Overall Steer (Res. Cross) ■ Rachel Rogers
5th Overall Steer (Maine-Anjou) ■ Ashley Peterson
SHOW RESULTS
Grand Champion Heifer (Chi) ■ Ellie Sennett
Reserve Champion Heifer
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3rd Overall Heifer (Crossbred) ■ Ross Brumbaugh
4th Overall Heifer (Res. Cross)
■ Samuel Gardner
5th Overall Heifer (Simmental)
■ Emily Sennett
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NORTHERN EXPOSURE ■ Date: April 21, 2013 ■ Location: Belleville, Kansas ■ Show Results: Legacy Livestock Photography
Grand Champion Steer ■ Jesse Hoblyn
Reserve Champion Steer
■ Beau Bremer
3rd Overall Steer ■ Brayden Werth
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4th Overall Steer ■ Kassidy Bremer
5th Overall Steer ■ Brody Wulf
SHOW RESULTS
Grand Champion Heifer ■ Kathryn Ahrens
Reserve Champion Heifer
■ Sutton Bellar
3rd Overall Heifer ■ Colton Kleinschmidt
4th Overall Heifer ■ Taylor Goering
5th Overall Heifer ■ Shilo Shaake
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KENT HABEGER MEMORIAL SHOW ■ Date: April 6, 2013 ■ Location: Algona, IA ■ Judge: Tim Loudon ■ Show Results: Diane Hamilton
Grand Champion Steer (Crossbred) ■ Gracie Russell
Reserve Champion Steer
(Reserve Crossbred) ■ Alex Alliger
3rd Overall Steer (Market Heifer) 4th Overall Steer (ShorthornPlus)
■ Dalton Smith
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■ David Roberts
5th Overall Steer (Maine-Anjou) ■ Lacey Schmitz
SHOW RESULTS
2012 Kent Habeger Memorial Scholarship Recipient: Tyler Mitchell
Grand Champion Heifer (MaineTainer) ■ Sarah Carter
Reserve Champion Heifer
(Commercial) ■ Kendra Berg
3rd Overall Heifer (Found. Sim.) ■ Maddy Udell
4th Overall Heifer (MaineTainer)
■ Cole Greimann
5th Overall Heifer (Res. Fd.Sim.)
■ Kiersten Jass
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Edwards Show Team: The family that shows together grows together BY: CARRIE EDWARDS, MO
ou know you’re destined to spend the rest of your life with someone when, as a teenager, they let you keep your show cattle at their house. Sweet, isn’t it? Thus begins the story of Les and Carrie Edwards. Les and I were high school sweethearts that parted ways (I went to Mizzou...he went to work) but eventually ended up getting married 13 years later and to the delight of our mothers! However, blending our two families and careers was a bit tricky. Though I was from a farming family, I’d been a broadcaster for nearly 10 years with two small children (Lexi and Carter) and hadn’t had mud on my shoes for a long time. Les was a skilled iron worker, single dad (to Landon) who traded in his hard hat for a
Kinze planter and many acres of corn and soybeans. How in the world would our night and day backgrounds come together? There was only one thing to do: MAKE IT WORK. Through lots of trial and error, I like to brag that we have made it work. We now have his, mine, and ours when it comes to kiddos: Lexi Bremer (10), Landon Edwards (8), Carter Bremer (7) and Ashlan Edwards (1). Our house is like the ocean or a juice-box fueled kindergarten classroom: never turn your back for a second! There’s the popular saying of “the family that prays together, stays together.” When it comes to praying, I have that covered 110%! I pray for good weather
Carrie Edwards with her husband Les and chilren: Lexi, Landon, Carter, and Ashlan
for harvest and planting, I pray for the health of my children, I pray that our calves at LEAST win their class at a show, I pray for a clone of myself, I pray for an extra few hours in a day, and on and on. I believe the same can be said for showing livestock: the family that shows together grows together. It really is hard to explain to an “outsider” what exactly it is that we “do” everyday as no two days are the same (much like weather in Missouri). We’ve dubbed
our showing endeavors Edwards Show Team. ALL of our kids work together as a team at home, in the barn, on the road, in the field, and in the ring, no matter their last name. We always try to travel as a family and have put tens of thousands of miles on numerous trucks and trailers in the hopes of a coveted hand shake from a stock show judge. Les and I didn’t always know we wanted to get back into showing livestock after being away from it
for so long: it just happened. My niece, Bailey Dent, had shown sheep for years with her brother and sister and with some coaxing from Les and I, decided she would venture into the steer “world.” Our first, barn was so small, I don’t know how we managed to have a cool room AND a wash rack in there, let alone any cattle! You know what? We made it work. Our success with Bailey and her calf, Indy (named after Indianapo MAY/JUNE 2013 THE SHOWTIMES 161
lis, Indiana, where we met Justin Morgan half-way to pick up the calf), the first year was pretty good: we didn’t win any major shows, but did sell in the Sale of Champions at the 2010 American Royal. To us, that was the same as winning. But much like any drug, the high of being successful entered our blood stream and we wanted more: we wanted to win the Missouri State Fair. Too often in this business, it isn’t what you know but WHO that will open the right doors for you. Come on: we all know it’s true. Les was bound and determined to win the Missouri State Fair so he started cold-calling breeders: he literally asked, “What’s the best steer in your barn/sale/pasture?” When it was all said and done, the steer we finally found, Batman (from Bob May and Matt Fuss), was grand champion at the 2011 Missouri State Fair, with Bailey on the halter (and Clint Thompson, Will & Katlyn Garrett, and our three big kids brushing in the cool room every day and night). BOTH of our calves were in the Top 4 with “Batman” taking Grand Champion Steer (and Champion 4-H steer) and “Q Dog” (from Dave Guyer and Justin Morgan, with Katlyn Garrett on the halter) as Reserve Grand Champion 4-H Steer. We wanted any and everyone that
Bailey Dent’s Reserve Steer 2011 Missouri State Fair Lexi Bremer Grand Steer 2013 Missouri Beef Expo
Lexi Bremer Reserve Steer 2013 MO AGR
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had helped us out with that victory to be in the backdrop photo and as you can see, there isn’t much room left to even take a breath! Unlike baseball or basketball season, there are no breaks in showing livestock as there is always a sale, show, clinic, expo or pasture to go to. Immediately following the 2011 Missouri State Fair victory, Lexi came to me and Les and said she was really interested in showing cattle. As excited as we were about our niece showing, you can imagine how FIRED UP we were about Lexi showing (we also realized we needed a bigger barn to make it all work!). Lexi’s first show was at the 2011 Sioux Empire Farm Show. Her very stubborn steer nudged her the entire time they were in the ring and Lexi left the ring in tears; as a parent that is hard to watch. However, her tears of frustration quickly turned to a smile when she was approached by Matt Lautner and he said to her, “Nice job, young lady” after she was awarded reserve in her breed. From that moment on, she’s suffered from stock show fever. Lexi is always the first to read through her copy of Show Times to not only see what state we’ll travel to next in hopes of a slap from the judge, but to count how many times she’s
Lexi Bremer with Tyler McVay having fun
either mentioned or pictured! Edwards Show Team made the big adventure to Denver for the National Western Stock Show with our goats and Lexi is already talking about returning next year with not only goats but cattle and perhaps even sheep. I’m looking into hotel rooms already! With experience, Lexi has blossomed into an amazing showman and my head explodes with pride when someone tells me they can’t believe she’s only in her second year of showing. With many grand champion and reserve champion titles under her blinged-out belt already this year (Ohio AGR, Sioux Falls, Kansas Beef Expo, Nebraska Big Red Show, Showin’ For a Cure, Mizzou AGR, Warren County (MO) Preview Show, and Mizzou Block & Bridle, just to name a few), Lexi is a very humble winner. More importantly, however, is the fact that she is a very humble loser. As parents, Les and I try to instill in ALL of our children that yes, winning IS wonderful, but we can’t win them all: it’s just as important to celebrate when someone in our show “family” wins (Jeremy and Andrea Clark, Trent and Evan Kempker, Shelby Lane, Tracy Goretska, Jake Campbell, Tyler McVay, Justin Morgan, Matt Lautner, and more). Les and I, of course, like to think we have the best calves in the country this year. Our first calf, J.C.
Ashlan Edwards checking out the farm.
(from Tracy Goretska, placed by Jeremy Clark and Justin Morgan), was honestly not our first pick when the fall sales started up. However, after a LOT of convincing from Jake Campbell, we put our trust in this calf’s genetics and we have not been disappointed with J.C. at all this year. Our second calf is named Ray (from Todd Caldwell, placed by Jeremy Clark, Justin Morgan and Matt Hueber). Ray is the proverbial “puppy dog” calf. He literally follows Lexi anywhere she needs him to go, including lots of backdrop pictures. I have a feeling there may be a few tears shed when he leaves our barn for good. As we prepare to throw the calves into the cool room and gear up for this year’s Missouri State Fair, we will have plenty to keep us busy: planting season is just around the corner and the empty parts of our barns will soon be full of show pigs, sheep, and goats. There truly NEVER is a dull moment on our farm…ever. Les and I came to the realization not long after our baby, Ashlan, surprisingly joined our family, that we have 21 MORE years of traveling the country to stock shows. Twenty one years. That’s a whole lot of brushing, rinsing, walking, planting, harvesting, drying, miles, laughs, tears, wins, losses, and memories. Guess what will happen? We’ll make it work. ▪
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Champion Females from the 2012 Junior Nationals
2012 POLLED HEREFORD / Whitney Walker, AR
2012 CHAROLAIS / Chloe Griswold, OK
A SPECIAL 2012 SHORTHORN / Nick Sullivan, IA
2012 CHIANINA / Bailey Buck, OK
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2012 LIMOUSIN / Bailey Carter, OK
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Wishing every junior dragging a heifer from Bushy Park Farm the best of luck at the upcoming Junior National Heifer Show’s. We are excited about the caliber of heifers we have competing and even more excited about the young people exhibiting those heifers! We thank each & every junior exhibitor who has chosen to add BPF genetics to their show-string and herd. We can’t wait to see you shine this summer! BPF Junior ExhiBitor Drawing - at thE 2013 MainE/Chi Jr national
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Alan Miller, with the support of his family, has incorporated his passion, knowledge and background of the Angus breed into a nationwide business.
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rowing up on a family farm, many kids like Alan Miller dreamed of coming back to the farm and raising his family there. For him, that dream has come true. Alan has come back to the farm, built a business that is a nationally known Angus breeding operation, and made a name for himself in the show heifer business.
Like many Midwest-raised farm kids, Alan Miller grew up on his family’s farm with a small herd of cattle and 900 acres of crop land. His grandfather, Adam Schlipf, began an Angus cattle herd in the late 1940s, and Alan’s father, Orlan, took over the small herd and added Angus females for his children to show. One of five siblings, Alan knew that in order to come back to the farm fulltime he would have to diversify his father’s operation. After his last year of showing as a junior, Alan sold his bred-and-owned heifer from that year and invested those profits into what became the foundation donor for PVF. In 1994, at 21 years old, Alan purchased what he calls the “building block” of his herd, Davis Proven Queen 3026, which became a turning point for
breeder spotlight Alan to be able to live out his dream of raising Angus cattle for a living. Today, Prairie View Farms markets cattle each year through an online heifer calf sale, spring production sale, and through private treaty sales. The farm is a known quantity in the Angus breed, and cattle are sold across the country for both show ring or donor cow prospect purposes. Alan linked his ability to succeed with the support he received from his parents, stating, “At 17 years old my father was allowing me to call the shots. I was the one who made the mistakes, and I was the one who was able to learn directly from the mistakes I made.” Alan continued to build his herd while he attended the University of Illinois in Urbana. He worked full time for the university while completing graduate degrees and relied on family help, especially
from his father, to care for the expanding herd during his schooling. His job after graduation was with the University of Illinois Extension working with beef producers on beef cattle production cost analysis. The job taught him much the cost and benefit analysis of different production practices in the beef industry. Theresa and Alan met in high school when their opposing schools were playing each other in basketball. Both attended the University of Illinois in Urbana. Alan received a B.S. in Animal Science and then went on to get an M.S. and Ph.D. in Ruminant Nutrition. Theresa received a B.S. in Agricultural Communications and an M.S. in Agricultural Education. She is currently employed by the Department of Agricultural and Consumer Economics at the University of Illinois as an academic advisor. Alan and his father Orlan currently operate PVF together in close cooperation with brother-in-law and sister Brandon and Cathy Jones. There are two full time herd managers; Clayton Miller from Indiana, and Ethan Butler from Tennessee. Alan and Theresa’s children, Amelia (10), Adam (8), and William (3) as well as Cathy and Brandon’s daughter Charlee (3) represent the fourth generation of Angus breeders in the Miller family. Alan Theresa and Alan Miller with their children Amelia, William, and Adam.
and Brandon also rely heavily on part time college students to assist on the farm during the school year. Like any expanding operation, PVF has undergone some major changes in the last 15 years, and Alan says the most dramatic is the operation’s size. In 2000, PVF marketed around 30 calves to customers, and this year PVF will have more than 200 calves to market, with 80 percent of those calves grown as the product of reproductive enhancements such as embryo transplant (ET) and In Vitro Fertilization (IVF). Alan and his family depend primarily on the marketing of heifer calves for their income. Expanding the number of heifer calves born each year through ET, IVF and the use of sexed semen has been a beneficial endeavor for the operation. These practices allow them to have more elite females to offer and give them the ability to quickly
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spread their leading genetics to many herds all over the country. Several years ago, PVF began utilizing cooperative herds to raise the resulting progeny of ET and IVF work, because their operation is located in the heart of farming country, and Alan says it’s almost impossible to expand land-wise. “The coop herds have been a huge benefit in helping us expand our herd. Plus we are able to work with some outstanding families that are helping us to spread our genetics through areas we may not have been able to reach before,” said Alan. Alan’s biggest challenges include finding new ways to market show females and meet the needs and goals of customers. “Everyone likes to buy cattle differently, and it is our goal to have a market for everyone, We have found that some customers prefer private treaty while others are more comfortable with a traditional auction format. Adding an online sale seems to have helped reach a new customer segment as well,” he remarked. The genetics raised at PVF and marketed at shows around the country have expanded the reach of customer sales to a much broader audience. “We have been very fortunate to sell cattle all over the United States, and I personally credit internet marketing for that, as it has opened new doors for selling cattle sight unseen by allowing us to upload pictures and videos for customers who cannot make it to the farm.” Increasing their bull market is another challenge for PVF. They have exhibited a pen of bulls at the National Western Stock Show for the last three years as a way to generate new bull buyers. Along with this, Alan markets bulls with partners such as McCabe Genetics in Kansas where the bull market is more solid than in central Illinois. The one thing that Alan is most proud of is the fact that he was able to take a 4-H project and turn it into a business that he can support his family and enjoy the lifestyle it provides them with. Alan’s proudest breeding accomplishments were
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Sunday School. They are also involved in assisting with their kids sporting teams and in community activities. Theresa also volunteers with a foster care advocacy group in the community.
raising such influential AI herd sires as New Horizon, Raptor, Payday, Windfall, and Insight. These have sired numerous champion females at national shows. In addition, raising the Reserve Champion Female at the 2013 National Western Stock Show, WB PVF Lucy 1052, was an accomplishment that he was particularly proud of. As a junior he was thankful for the opportunity to serve on the National Junior Angus Board of Directors. Alan says that being on the board allowed him to make contacts with other breeders that have been the keys to his success as a breeder himself. In fact the foundation 3026 donor was purchased from a fellow NJAA board member. In addition, he made lifelong friendships with other junior members who served on the board with him. By building these friendships, Alan not only grew his knowledge of the industry, but made great connections that have helped him build his business and reputation in the Angus breed. Alan and Theresa are very involved in the agriculture industry through trade organizations. Alan served as the Sale Chairman for the Illinois Angus Association for 14 years, and Theresa served as Illinois Junior Angus Association advisor for 4 years. However, they have interests outside of the farm. They are active members of the Apostolic Christian Church in Gridley where Alan teaches
Alan and Theresa attribute their successful business to two main things: the great people they are allowed to work with and their ability to help their customers to meet their needs. Both Alan and Theresa find satisfaction in helping young producers build their own herds and watch them grow. “Being able to work this closely with our customers has made many of them feel like a part of our own family,” Alan said. “As a result, we enjoy the opportunity to be with them as they show cattle, and assist with young Angus producers as they become successful focused individuals.” Alan says he remembers his first time in 4-H when he sat on his show box at the fair, not knowing anyone or much of anything. It is because of this memory that he encourages new customers who are entering the Angus business to help them feel more comfortable as they are starting out. He said his path was not always successful but through trial and error he found his way. “Starting from ground zero has given me the perspective to appreciate what I have. I am thankful for the opportunities and experiences I gained through participating in Angus programs, because without those things I wouldn’t be where I am today,” said Alan.
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its name and genetic influence can be seen all throughout the cattle industry, the company has found home in Clark, Missouri, just a few miles north of Columbia. Cattle Visions specializes in semen sales, A.I. schools, A.I. certificates, A.I. supplies, synchronization breeding projects, and CIDRs. It was a pioneer in internet semen sales and continues to be a mainstay in that category. “We were honored to have been voted ‘Best of the Barns’ Semen Sales Company in 2012.” Cattle Visions encourages customers to post their successes on its Facebook page. Similar to any great livestock company’s background, both Lance and Carl had a passion for contributing to the growth and advancement of the industry. For Cattle Visions, that was cattle genetics. When Carl’s daughter’s interest sparked at showing competitively in 4-H, he started A.I.ing in order to raise better cattle. He eventual-
ly became employed for Genetic Horizons and has put on many successful A.I. schools. Carl is especially knowledgeable in synchronization protocol and enjoys performing A.I. projects. Lance grew up showing cattle in 4-H and FFA, always admiring genetic improvement. He received a BS in Animal Science and Ag Journalism from UW-Madison where he especially enjoyed being a member of the livestock judging team. Lance enjoys raising cattle and is happy to own two NWSS Champion Simmental Females, Anticipation and Sweetness. Lance’s children are just starting out their show careers. Lance and Carl worked together for a few years when Semex purchased Genetic Horizons. At the time, Lance was the Global Manager of the Semex Beef Program. When they realized they had a lot in common, they put their expertise together to start
Cattle Visions. After over ten years in business, Cattle Visions has over 200 sales representatives nationwide. Patty Helmka is the Cattle Visions office manager, and both Carl and Lance agree that without her dedicated efforts, they would not be where they are today. Both Lance and Carl enjoy the friendships they have developed with people throughout the country as a result of their business.
Patty Helmka and Carl Newbrough
Cattle Visions would like to recognize Jordan Cowan as our marketing intern in 2012-2013.
Lance Ellsworth and his family
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BW: 83; Calved May 22, 2012 Sire: Ruby’s Wide Open Dam: 40 Guns (Meyer 734 - Maine) x Collins Emulous 297
• Solo is sired by Wide Open. Wide Open is making powerful half bloods and he is really getting it done. This great May calf has the kind of rib shape, hip, bone and hair we want to make the next generation. He is really unique - POWER, SOUNDNESS, BALANCE, QUALITY and PEDIGREE out of a GREAT COW! • The dam of Solo is perhaps the most consistent producer of herdbull caliber cattle at Duello’s. She is a beautiful baldy Meyer 734 Granddaughter who also is the mother of the featured Irish Whiskey son of the 2011 Western Elite, that we lost prior to the sale in an untimely death. Owned with Anderson Cattle Co.
Fever
Maternal brother to Solo - Deceased.
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SEMEN AVAILABLE ON ALL SIRES THROUGH OWNERS or MAJOR DISTRIBUTORS
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sire. His phenotype and pedigree are impeccable. He will be used heavily to generate the next generation of foundation females. Bulls like this one, with this much power and maternal ability, are hard to find. • The dam of Fever Pitch is a Meyer 734 daughter out of Collins Travelina 6001. Travelina 6001, a daughter of Grizz, was an Angus heifer that many remember well. She commanded a $32,000 hammer price, for one half interest, in an Exposure sale. She is owned in partnership with Jason Scheetz.
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BW: 84 lbs Calved March 1, 2011 - Polled Sire: BoJo (Ali) Dam: Meyer 734 x Travelina 6001 (Grizz)
Wide Open
• DCC has calved the first daughters and they are incredible! High Sellers are important to everyones immediate cash flow but the real value of Wide Open is the long term. He is the most consistent sire (of both males and females) ever used at Duello Cattle Co. • THEY ARE THE KEEPIN KIND! The first crop of Wide Open Sons averaged over $5,700 per head at DCC and to date every female born has been good enough to make the replacement pen. • His fresh genetics, power and athleticism has made him a favorite among purebred breeders and club calf producers alike. Wide Open’s pedigree traces to X339U on the top and bottom, plus Black Irish Kansas, Black Mick and 600U...maternal legends. • If you are looking to inject some maternal power into your cowherd without sacrificing eye appeal and performance, Wide Open is an absolute must use bull.
A. DCCI Hearts Wide Open Half blood Sold for $47,000 Sold by Duello Cattle Co
D. Wide Open x Macho Sold for $9250 by Nate and Leslie Ruby. E. Half Blood Sold for for $7000, out of a Draftpick dam. Sold by Nate and Leslie Ruby
B. Half Blood Sold for $8,500 Sold by Gevelinger/Pembrook
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2013 Twelveth Annual Female Sale BLACK HEREFORD RANCH’S
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Kris, Gay & Phylli Black - Crawford, OK (580) 983-2363 Home (580) 309-0711 Kris’s Cell (580) 309-0774 Tim Voboril blackherefordranch.com blackherefordranch@hotmail.com 17 miles north of Cheyenne, Oklahoma on Hwy. 33
Tag 27N - 30-06 x Made Right’s Dam One of the stoutest females of any breed to sell this year. Major donor potential. Daughters of 30-06 have produced countless champions and high sellers. Tag 520 AI Prospect - A powerful set of herd bull and AI prospects sell, including the proven Yello Repo and Trailboss. - 520 is a super stout son of Troubadour out of the productive donor 223 (WG x Topper).
Made Right The only Made Right semen to sell in 2013 will sell on June 8th. None will be sold this fall.
Christy Collins, Inc. 516-366-0734 Voice/Text www.ccollinsinc.com ccollinsinc@gmail.com
Tag 466 - A daughter of Troubadour that will blow you away. Lots of power and super sound. Tremendous quality.
Tag 464 - One of the most exciting Yellow Jacket daughters to ever sell. This is a big time donor that is super powerful.
Tag 7204 - Texas Twister x Lifesaver The Twister steers averaged near $20K in 2012, this one was the stoutest of the bunch.
Tag 463 - Polar Ice x Hoo Doo Full sister to Shawshank, the $16,000 bull sold in the 2012 Fall Bull Sale to Birkhead.
Tag 8354 - Sired by Werewolf, a son of Troubadour. 8354 is a maternal granddaughter of the great Hairietta
Tag 31 - Solid Gold x Hoo Doo 31 Her dam sells! This powerful duo is one to watch for. Lots of power and body.
Tag 7173 - Wise Guy x WG - 9730 Going back to 9730, the Taz x Iabon that has generated so many successful cattle.
Tag 118 - Polar Ice x Hoo Doo 118 Straight Hoo Doo genetics, one of the best purebreds to ever sell off the place.
Tag 478 - Big Mono x Hoo Doo The top pick from 5M’s fall heifer calves. Lots of power, the best of Hoo Doo genetics.
Tag 92 - Trailboss x Yellow Jacket Maternal granddam is 9730, the Taz-Iabon that has produced thousands in sales.
Tag 9178 - Sired by Trailboss, a son of Wagonmaster, that was the $16,000 high seller in the 2009 Cream of the Crop sale.
Tag 130 - Yellow Jacket x Carney Man Super power and tremendous rib. Her mother is a donor and proven producer.
Tag 5132 - IVF produced, Show Me Goldstone x Nsync-Shorthorn. The dam of this heifer was one of the best looking females around.
Tag 321 - Made Right x Double Vision Two incredible full sisters sell. Lots of power and going back to powerful genetics.
Tag 555 - A daughter of Carpe Diem, that may lead off one of the most impressive Hereford offerings ever in this offering.
Trailboss sells!
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Damn Proud as thought to be the best shorthorn bull in the yards at Denver in 2011, or some say, of any color. This one is FUNCTIONL, STOUT RIBBED, and MSSIVE HIPPED, hile not giving up that incredible look from the side. Simply, you can put trust into Damn Proud to generate those heifers ith a maternal look hile being correct in their build, or sho steers ith body mass and muscle. Damn Proud ill make them backdrop quality hile giving you a shot to hang some BNNERS.
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