Reserve Grand Champion Owned Female, 2016 NJAS
Grand Champion Owned Female, 2015 NJAS
PVF ONLINE HEIFER SALE Tuesday, November 29, 2016 Online at www.cwcattlesales.com
Maternal sbilings to these major champions sell!
Reserve Grand Champion Heifer, 2016 Eastern Regional
PVF ONLINE BRED HEIFER SALE
Wednesday, November 30, 2016 Online at www.cwcattlesales.com
Grand Champion Angus Female, 2016 Houston Livestock Show
New for 2016 we will be offering 20 elite bred heifers online the night following our heifer calf sale. We will also be offering a select set of embryos. Watch our website for more details ...
www.pvfangus.com
ALAN & THERESA MILLER, 217.840.6935 • pvfangus@gmail.com
Reserve Overall Champion Female, 2016 Atlantic National
ORLAN & CAROL
Spring Production Sale, April 7, 2017
BRANDON & CATHY JONES, 309.370.1081 Will Coor: 919.723.6399 Clay Chipman: 812.653.0340
ON THE
Utah’s dam sells!
Female
YA R D L E Y C AT T L E C O .
November 19, 2016
1:00 MST in beautiful Beaver, Utah
150 Elite Simmental, Angus, & Maine Anjou Bred Heifers and Cows 10 Head of our top Donor & Show Heifer prospects.
This is one of the most epic Simmental sires of all times. His dam is beautiful, with bone, power, and mass. She consistently produces great cattle. She sells! This is a chance to own one of the great donors of the Simmental breed!
5/8 SM
PB Angus
B162 STCC Long Haul x Pinion 3/4 SM
3/4 SM
A256 GCC Whizard x Major League PB Angus
B36 Mountain Pass x Stockman 365
PB SM
A416 Steel Force x Meyer 734 Yardley Charisma sold in last years sale to the Brad Cox Family she was Supreme Champion at the Oregon State Fair winning over 200 head of heifers including the Grand Champion Angus that previously sold for $85,000. We will have 10 more head just like her from our top cow families.
th N beautiful ovember 19 Beaver,Utah
Last year we sent cattle into 22 states and Canada. We gaurentee to get them anywhere for $300, last year we got them delivered for $150. We’re just three hours from Las Vegas or Salt Lake on I-15. BOOK YOUR FLIGHT NOW! View the Auction Live! DVAuction www.dvauction.com View our website for more information and registering to bid.
Call dVauCtion 402-316-5460
Yardle Y Cattle Company
Gib Yardley (435) 310-0041 Steven Yardley (435) 310-1725 Rodney Teichert (801) 824-8851 Kelvin Jorgenson (402) 366-9475
w w w.yardleycattleco.com
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B140 Gunslinger x OCC Jet Streem
C8 OCC Legend x Apache
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C34 STCC Optimus Prime x Right On
PB SM
Yardley Cattle company is a fifth generation family cattle ranch built on integrity, hard work and great cattle. The dedication and devotion on selecting genetics for generation after generation for phenotype, performance, and maternal traits shows throughout our entire offering. The genetics available in our sale are the best you can buy anywhere. We strive to produce beautifully made, moderately framed cattle loaded with power, performance, and fleshing ability in stylish, structurally correct packages. We are confident that our cattle in will excel in your operation.
Now Offered in a
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SULLIVAN SUPPLY INC. Order Line: 1-800-475-5902 • Dunlap, Iowa Order Line: 1-800-588-7096 • Hillsboro, Texas Order Line: 1-888-914-5972 • Lodi, California
www.sullivansupply.com
Selling High Quality Open Heifers - All Breeds Simmental Influenced Bred Heifers A few select Bull Prospects And several High Value Pregnancies
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Broker X High Voltage Open Heifer - She Sells
Lutton X First Class Open Heifer - She Sells
Fire Water X Monopoly/Char Open Heifer - She Sells
Style X WDM/HW/Black Jade Open Heifer - She Sells
Hammer Down X Meyer/Ebonys Joy Bred Heifer - Bred to Blaze of Glory
Brilliance X First Class/Midland Bred Heifer - Bred to Slider
Hammer X Steel Force/Midland Bred Heifer - Bred to Sexed Female Blaze of Glory
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Brent Beaulieu - 712-251-0806
Bret Udell - 712-251-2527 Marc Wermersen - 712-251-6456
Barry Hageman - 712-251-5055
Brent Powell - 712-253-7256
Seth Plendl - 712-251-5276
David Becker - 712-203-0899
An Offering yOu CAn’t AffOrd tO Miss! Be there 11.27.2016 in dunlAp, iOwA.
Shorthorn PluS Female, 2016 american royal
chamPion Shorthorn Female, 2016 State Fair oF texaS
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grand chamPion Female, 2016 Ft Worth StocK ShoW
chamPion chianina Female, 2016 il State Fair
diviSion chamPion Shorthorn Female, 2016 american royal
chamPion chianina Female, 2016 State Fair oF texaS
reS. chamPion Shorthorn Female, 2016 mn State Fair
4th overall chamPion Shorthorn Female, 2016 Junior nationalS chamPion Shorthorn Female, 2016 mn State Fair
craig, StePhanie & Keagan StecK StecK cattle
869 190th Ave Woodstock, MN 56186 319.530.8790 Craig 402.680.1254 Stephanie online: www.steckcattle.com facebook.com/steckcattle Shorthorn PluS Female, 2016 Junior national
Working With familieS to Create ChampionS in the ring and in life.
at Willow springs cattle company (Wscc) we are junior focused. We feel strongly that the junior livestock programs are full of life building lessons. Wscc strives to provide opportunities not only to our customers, but all juniors alike. ContaCt uS to learn more about theSe WSCC programS: WSCC exhibitor Camp • WSCC Classic - Collegiate Judging Contest • WSCC Show travel assistance program (Wscc Jr.’s)
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Thank you to all bidders & buyers from our 2016 on-line & private treaty sales. We appreciate the repeat buyers, bidders & visitors. We would like to welcome all the neW buyers to the Wscc family. We look forward to supporting your success.
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daddy’s money X katie Babe
unlimited Power X miley
emblazon X mercedes
BaBies likes These Turn inTo chamPions like Those PicTured BeloW!
supreme champion & champion maine-anjou heifer, 2016 arkansas state fair spring livestock show supreme champion heifer ajca points
res. division champion chianina heifer, 2016 junior nationals
supreme champion heifer, 2016 benton top 5 & champion chianina heifer ajca points
grand champion mainetainer heifer, 2016 vccp
Cattle alWayS available by private treaty. ContaCt uS at anytime.
WilloW SpringS Cattle Company
eriC, linSay, maSon, Whitney & Catelyn Walker 14844 Walker road • Prairie Grove, arkansas 72753 eriC: 479-601-3567 • eric@Walkermasonryinc.com Cody green, ShoW & Sale Cattle: 479-979-5223 garrett loChner, ShoW & Sale Cattle: 520-870-5226 online at: WWW.WilloWSpringSCattle.Com
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2016 YEAR END EDITION · ISSUE 51
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FACES AND PLACES
MATERNAL LEGENDS
Show Results
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102 Aksarben 118 Fayette County 120 Nebraska State Fair 124 Tulsa State Fair 132 State Fair of Virginia 136 Kansas State Fair 140 World Beef Expo 145 Keystone International 150 Georgia National Fair 152 Kansas Jr. Livestock Show 156 Minnesota Beef Expo 162 New Mexico State Fair 166 NILE Stock Show 168 State Fair of Texas 178 Fall Cattlemen's Classic
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63 Nov/Dec 2016 Show Preview We get you ready for the NAILE, Badger, Hoosier and ANLS!
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Dave Duello (307) 220-3645 and the Partners of the Western Elite Sale Call today for more sale information. VIDEO PREVIEWS AND CATALOG ONLINE BEFORE JANUARY 1ST
FROM THE EDITOR
ANOTHER YEAR COMES TO A CLOSE.
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hat another great year. Denver, Blackout Jackpot 4, Jr. Nationals, State Fairs, Aksarben, Kansas City, and now back to Louisville and all of the fall shows. WOW! The days are long but the years are short. My grandpa always said that time goes fast. Boy, was he right. As you flip through the pages and see our year book, I think that we can all agree that it is hard to believe that a new year is upon us. Compare the winners from the past year. Be sure to acknowledge the successes of these exhibitors when you see them. It goes a long way. They are truly some outstanding individuals. We all know
the work it takes to be at the top of the game. Checkout the newest hall of fame member on page 264! Our show previews on page 63 will highlight the shows that will finish up the year. As 2016 comes to a close, take time to be thankful for this great country that allows us to be a part of this industry. We are thankful for all of our advertisers, the shows, AGR’s, B & Bs, and especially our customers for being The Showtimes! Enjoy your Thanksgiving and have a Merry Christmas!
Laurie Reid, Owner
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FOCUS ON THE FUTURE SALE Saturday, NOVEMBER 26, 2016 Lexington, Illinois
Sale photos and videos can be found at www.dameronangus.com
Dameron Proven Queen 6114 ...
April, Classen daughter
Dameron Lucy 682 ...
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Dameron Lucy 6113 ... April, Classen daughter
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Dameron Primrose 649 ...
Dameron Peg 676 ...
February, First Class daughter
March, First Class daughter
Dameron Northern Miss 667 ...
March, First Rate daughter
Dameron Frontier Gal 645 ...
Dameron Northern Miss 664 ... March, First Rate daughter
February, Insight daughter
Dameron Bardot 6109 ...
March, Classen daughter
GARY DAMERON & FAMILY
Lexington, Illinois • www.dameronagus.com • 309.365.8288 • mobile: 309.261.2191 Jeff Dameron: 309.532.2000 •jeff_dameron@yahoo.com Cody Bock: 309.360.1209
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1 BLACKOUT JACKPOT 4 AKSARBEN
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11 ISJS GRAND FINALE
24 AUSTRALIA NATIONAL LIMOUSIN SHOW
21 RILEY ROUND UP FOR MS
3 CANADA'S RICHEST STEER & HEIFER SHOW NILE
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I-80 X PB SHORTHORN
STEP UP X JONES ONYX DONOR
BROKER X MAINE/ANGUS
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We are excited to bring you another set of outstanding females, for our annual Finest Females sale. These heifers are out of some of the best genetics in the country. These females are TRULY Donors in the Making.
NEWS
AMERICAN ROYAL IS MOVING The American Royal Association announced Tuesday afternoon it they has reached an agreement with the State of Kansas and Unified Government to relocate to Wyandotte County, Kansas.
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“The American Royal currently hosts more than 50 events annually, attracting nearly 270,000 attendees and has an economic impact of more than $60 million annually,” said Angie Stanland, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the American Royal. “Last year we awarded $1.4 million in scholarships and support to our youth education programs. Our priorities in the due diligence process were to find a regional home that would allow us to fulfill our mission, accommodate our growing events and allow for future growth,” Stanland explained. “We have found the ideal location to do just that.”
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The American Royal Association, which began as the National Hereford Show in 1899, has evolved into a comprehensive season of events and outreach including six equestrian shows, a livestock show, youth and PRCA rodeos, agricultural education programs and the world’s largest barbecue competition – the World Series of Barbecue®. The new complex will include arena space, exhibit space, high-quality barn/ expo space, and a new agriculture education center and museum. The agricultural education center will provide a state-of-the-art learning experience, covering all facets of the food and agricultural industry. The goal is to provide a unique, interactive food and agricultural learning experience, both indoor and outdoor, to instill a higher level of trust and knowledge about modern food and agricultural practices. “I want Kansas City to be the world leader in agriculture technology and animal genetics,” said Kansas Governor
Sam Brownback. “The American Royal will serve as a focal point in helping us continue to build a vibrant animal and agriculture corridor from Wyandotte County to Manhattan, home of the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility. This strong partnership between the state of Kansas, Unified Government and the American Royal solidifies the reputation Kansas enjoys as one of the world’s foremost producers and exporters of food and agricultural products.” “Kansas is committed to providing opportunities to encourage additional growth and expansion of agriculture in the state and far beyond its borders" Governor Brownback continued. "A new home for the American Royal complex in Kansas enhances the overall agricultural focus in the state and elevates Kansas’ prominence in the U.S. agricultural industry.”
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"I'm excited that the American Royal project, after several years of work, is beginning to come together in some very tangible ways," said Mayor Mark Holland, Unified Government of Wyandotte County, Kansas. "The new vision for the Royal that has emerged is a hub and showcase for agriculture and animal science. This new hub has the potential to be a game- changer for the Animal Health Corridor and the Midwest." The addition of the American Royal in the region will enhance the focus on agriculture that has been supported by the National Agricultural Center and Hall of Fame (NAC) in nearby Bonner Springs. The NAC board expressed its support of the American Royal’s plans: “This is an exciting opportunity for the American Royal and National Agricultural Center and Hall of Fame to work together to increase the public’s understanding and appreciation of the state’s leading industry.”
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CINDY RECEIVES HOF PLAQUE
2017 NWSS STEER SHOW UPDATE
2017 NWSS STEER JUDGES • Clint Rusk, OK • Shane Bedwell, KS • Dave Duello, WY
ON THE ROAD We have been busy this Fall! We hit the road to Omaha, NE for Aksarben in September. The next month we headed to Dunlap, IA to cover the Sullivan Farms Maternal Legends Sale. We closed out October with our annual trip to the American Royal in Kansas City, MO!
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The National Western Stock Show will not be offering breed divisions for the 2017 Jr. Market Steer Show. They will all show together by weight.
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The Showtimes Owners Brian, Laurie and Lisa Reid presented recent Hall of Fame Member Cindy CagwinJohnston with her plaque prior to the 2016 Sullivan Farms Maternal Legends Sale in Dunlap, Iowa!
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CHURCH SIGN
Sunday, December 11th
Please join us for our holiday online offering, hosted by breedersworld.com cattle sales. We will be offering the top end of our late-spring and early-summer calf crop, as well as an elite group of bred heifers and the best frozen genetics we’ve ever let go! Call or stop by anytime.
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Steers available privately throughout the fall.
www.purplereigncattle.com
Randy & Jamie mullinix 309-995-3013 • 309-853-6565 • 309-853-7674 997 Twp Rd 150 East, Toulon, IL 61483 • purplereign76@gmail.com
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For several years, the Season Finale has offered top bred cattle at affordable prices. We hear every year stories of great returns for our customers and would love to have our cattle making money for you. If you’ve never been, this is the year to make the trip to Hillsboro and see for yourself.
TIM SCHWAB, Manager 812.569.8536 DAVE & JODY CAMPBELL Opie 937.206.5303 FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO REQUEST A CATALOG PLEASE CONTACT: SALE MANAGED BY: STOCK OPTIONS MARKETING KEVIN 937.533.0169 • KEVIN@STOCKOPTIONSMARKETING.COM
The Complete & Total
DISPERSAL Of Maine & Club Calf Cows
Long - Hall Cattle Co. Saturday, November 26, 2016 • 12:30 Producers Sale Barn • Hillsboro, Ohio
Selling 80 head of bred cattle, cows & heifers, bred to the industries hottest club calf sires. Along with all open replacement heifer calves.
Monopoly x Hereford
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BK Legal x Angus
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Theobold 969 x Double Stuff
Cowan’s Ali x Midland Angus
Hiredman x Who Made Who
Clint & Kelly Hall Maysville, Ky, & Hillsboro, Oh. Clint 606-782-1981 Kelly 937-763-0931
Hutton x Shorthorn / Maine
Plan now to attend and be sure to request a sale packet at www.stockoptionsmarketing.com or call sale manager, Kevin Mears 937.533.0169
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3/4 SIMMENTAL BULL Secret Weapon X Black Bear Angus
PB SIMMENTAL High Regard X Black Blaze 5T
PB MAINE BBBN “X” X DMCC Body Builder
3/4 SIMMENTAL HEIFER Secret Weapon X Card Uproar
•• Full sister to Counter Attack last years high seller, $37,000 to Bird Cattle Co., TX
1/2 SIMMENTAL 3/4 SIMMENTAL Angus Valley X Ebonys Joy Secret Service x New Look/Antoinette
MARK MUELLER & MATT MUELLER 1757 300th Street • Hiawatha, Kansas 66434 MARK: 785.547.6054 MATT: 785.547.5505 mark@rainbowtel.net diamondmcattle.com FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO REQUEST A CATALOG PLEASE CONTACT: SALE MANAGED BY: STOCK OPTIONS MARKETING KEVIN 937.533.0169 • KEVIN@STOCKOPTIONSMARKETING.COM
LOT 1
sire. Firewater dam. 0641 - Charolais
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LOT 4
sire. Seven & 7 dam. Firegirl - Charolais
LOT 8
sire. Turton dam. Yellow Jacket
- Composite charolais
LOT 13
sire. No Worries dam. Strictly Business - High % Maine-Anjou
Scott, Lisa, Logan & Bryce Campbell Scott - 309-337-0662 Mat John - 515-509-3552 www.campbellcattle.com
request a catalog - please contact the sale manager
LOT 14
sire. Irish Whiskey dam. Destiny Ace - MaineTainer
Kevin Mears - 937-533-0169 www.stockoptionsmarketing.com
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e have always been a family of good food. The history of this area, in southwest Oklahoma, as far as food is concerned, was one of survival, in the generations of family that have come before us. The old ways of cooking and eating, are becoming lost to us now. My grandmother spent hours tending gardens and we ate cheap and we ate really good. We had gardens of okra, tomatoes, carrots, squash, potatoes and other hardy vegetables if we could keep the varmints, the armadillos and the opossums out of them.
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As a child, we used to travel to the sandy farms on the river and pick fresh Blackberries and gather peaches from the orchards in Charlie, Texas. Good fruit is and always was hard to come by in this hot and dry climate. The pastures here, produce lots of wild plumb thickets and if you pick them ripe, and put enough sugar in them, they can be delicious as a tart jam on a buttered biscuit. I can remember grocery shopping with my Grandmother, when she would survey the fruits displayed in the cooler. She would inspect a package of strawberries and then put them back, declaring them too expensive. Good fruit has always been a luxury.
Judy Collins - Christy’s mother, with one of her three granddaughters, Cierra Vivian Collins, daughter of Colby and Shellie Collins.
Cooking was never gourmet around here and the ingredients were simple and not always fresh. When I was young, we only went to town once a week, so there was a lot of baking and making the most of what was in the refrigerator, before it went “bad”. My mother and grandmother’s homemade bread would be some of the best I have ever eaten. Heaven came from a scoop of flour, package of yeast, fresh eggs, milk, butter and a dash of salt. My grandmother raised and sold eggs for grocery money,
MADE when she was first married. We had fresh chicken too and I remember my mother killing chickens in the backyard.
These days we don’t worry about having something to eat, as the earlier generations did (that may change someday). We can run to town, buy this or that and purchase already prepared gourmet meals. I am quit certain that the quality of our food has declined drastically over the years and the costs per family have gone way up. We should embrace the old recipes and try to find the time in our lives to be more self-sustaining. Whether it is through our animals, our land or, our making use of other fresh foods. We should eat more simply. My father’s mother, that lived in Stillwater, Opal Collins, used to cook for her day care school of around 60+ kids, everyday for 50 years. She cooked simple meals and I still remember those to this day. There was chipped beef with gravy, my favorite, and the cinnamon toast that only came
With the help of her mom, Judy Collins on these pictures and recipes “Thanks Mom for all the good meals!"
on Fridays as a special treat. My maternal grandmother Vivian Kinder spent most of her life in the kitchen. When she wasn’t doing that, she was in the barn, scratching on bulls to tame them down for the bull sales. She was always attentive to the dinner table, and made sure coffee cups and iced tea glasses were always full. She was especially attentive to the men at table. My mother, Judy Collins, has worked hard all her life and still manages to keep everyone fed. I’ve rarely seen my Mom use a recipe. She still cooks on wood several times a week, I think mainly because she likes to be outside. Mom and grandmother always taught me the importance of having a set table and serving food in proper dishes. They would never send food to the table in their cooking ware or their “leftover” containers. I, for one, don’t always uphold this tradition, but I try when it counts. My sister-in-law Shellie is a talented cook and brings to the family many recipes from her Kansas ranching family. Shellie upholds the lunch and dinner routine that many families miss out on today. Now, me, well I have to read the recipe and I’m short on experience, but I appreciate the food background that we have and I appreciate fresh foods. We try to limit all processed foods, reduce sugar and embrace all things homemade. We eat a lot of nuts, and avocados. Some of our most lingering memories are at the dinner table, some good and no doubt some you would like to forget. That’s what makes a family. I would give anything to have another dinner with my grandmother Kinder, looking out across the pasture through the kitchen window, sipping iced tea and finishing the last bit of fried okra that you snuck out before someone else got. Well, that’s about all I know about cooking, I think I’ll go see what Mom has to eat!
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The first grilled steak I ever had, was after I graduated high school. Growing up, we didn’t have a grill, meats were roasted or pan fried. Mostly because there wasn’t a supply of wood and the “backyard grill” was not yet popular. My grandfather Kinder had built a brick smoker for BBQ in his yard, and that’s about all I knew about outdoor cooking, when I was a kid.
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Home raised beef has always been a part of our family, mostly as survival and when the processed animal was extra fat, it was a special treat. Many times we ate crippled steers that were not nearly fat or cattle that weren’t worth much. We did this to keep from wasting the product. I remember a friend telling me that his grandmother used to give the good meat to her family and she would eat the fat as a means of wasting nothing.
“THANKS MOM FOR ALL THE GOOD MEALS!”
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SALE DAY BAKED BEANS
FRIED OKRA SALAD
INGREDIENTS
INGREDIENTS
4 Slices of Bacon 1 Onion 2 (15oz.) Cans of Pork and Beans 2 (15oz.) Cans of Ranch Style Beans 1 Cup Catsup 1/4 Cup Brown Sugar 1 Green Pepper 1 Lemon (Juice Only) Worcestershire Sauce Cayenne Pepper Salt & Pepper
DIRECTIONS
Fry bacon with onion. Add all 4 cans of beans. add catsup, brown sugar, green pepper and the juice of 1 lemon. Add 3-4 shakes of worcestershire sauce. Add cayenne pepper lightly couple shakes. Add pepper and a little salt. * This goes great with steak or hamburger patties. * Optional for later use add sausage links ** Mom has cooked these beans for many sales over the years. They are always gone at the end of the day.
1 (16 ounce) pkg. Frozen Breaded Okra or fresh is best 8 Slices of Bacon, fried crisp and crumbled 4 Green Onions, chopped with the tops 1 Medium Tomato, chopped
DRESSING INGREDIENTS
1â „4 Cup Vegetable Oil 1/4 Cup Sugar or 1/8 Cup Stevia 2 Tablespoons White Vinegar
DIRECTIONS
Fry bacon, drain. Cook okra until heated through in the same pan, drain. Put okra, crumbled bacon, chopped green onions, and diced tomato in a bowl. Mix dressing ingredients well and pour over okra mixture. Toss to coat and serve immediately after frying okra.
In pan Mix 2/3 cup Sugar with 3 Tablespoons corn starch.
CREAM PUFFS
Pour in gradually, 3 Cups of Milk over medium heat, stirring constantly. Add 1/2 tsp salt, 1 T butter and 1.5 tsp Vanilla Extract.
1 Cup of Water 1/2 cup Butter, a stick bring to a boil in heavy sauce pan
3 Eggs Yolks separated from whites beat well in separate dish.
1 Cup Flour mix in vigorously stirring until “balls up� Remove from heat or turn off
While milk mixture is heating up, take some of the heated milk and slowly add to the beaten eggs, stirring vigorously then add balance of warmed egg yolks to the milk, bring to a boil.
4 Eggs Vigorously mix in one egg at a time Trick is to beat each egg beyond the glossy texture to a dull well beat smooth mixture. - Drop by the spoonful onto a uncreased baking sheet - Preheated oven at 400 and bake for 45 minutes mol or until golden brown. Let cool then slice the puffs in half and fill with a spoonful of cream.
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ello again! And the whirlwind never stops. I know for a fact that I just sent my article into The Showtimes for the fall issue and now I have another deadline! The one thing I like to do more than sleeping is eating; and I can sure make a hand doing both. I’m going to take a little different direction with this article. I’m going to give you one of my favorite places to stop on the west side of St. Louis while traveling to Louisville. This place is about the halfway point on that sojourn and it’s always good to get out of the vehicle and stretch a bit - and naturally, grab a large bite to eat. Just to tide me over in case I get stuck in traffic in St. Louis. This place was recommended to me some time back, but I can’t remember by whom. But I’m sharing it with you anyway. It is one of the few BBQ places I will recommend and it would be “Super Smokers BBQ” in Eureka, Missouri. Just a hop, skip and jump off of I44. This place is well worth the effort to pull over and take the time to eat some of the best BBQ not to come out of my own back yard! The ribs and brisket are very good; not to mention the BBQ nachos which is something I was reluctant to try, but I was pleasantly pleased. And the prices are very affordable.
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I’m driving right on into Louisville without stopping so I can dine at one of my favorite places anywhere. That would be “The Cottage Inn.” This place has been around since 1929 and I can understand why. The home cooked type food at this place is almost unbelievable! From the fried chicken, chicken livers, pork chops and let’s not forget the hamburgers - this place is a hidden treasure in Louisville! It is one that you would drive right by and not even give it a second glance. Don’t forget to sample some of the homemade pies and cakes. I usually have to take a piece of the carrot cake to the motel for a midnight snack that doesn’t survive until midnight. I have to apologize for not remembering what night the all you can eat fried chicken and all the trimmings is (old age creeping in), but that my friends is a night to remember.
The prices and portions here are almost too good to be true! Parking is somewhat limited. My next place to share in Louisville would be a place that’s normally not on my desired dinning list - and that would be a pizza joint that Shawn Pieper shared with me years ago. Sure enough, he was right! That would be “Boombozz Pizza and Tap House.” Now don’t get me wrong, I don’t crave pizza very often; but when I do, this place will take care of the craving in very good way! The crust and toppings here are very satisfying; and once again, the prices won’t break the bank. Last, but not least, is a place that I’m going way out of my comfort zone with. That would be “Frank’s Meat & Produce.” The sandwiches at Franks are made to order, the meat and fresh vegetables are put together while you watch with generous portions of both. I mean you can’t get anything like this anywhere else unless you do it yourself at home. Then comes the chili and bean soup that are lip smackin’ good! Plus, don’t forget to order some sliced deli meat to go. I’m thinking I’ve shared enough with you for now. I feel like I’ve gained 5 pounds just writing about these places! Please feel free to share your favorite dining establishments with me and don’t forget to look us up on the Showtimes APP. Safe travels! •
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What made you want to be a judge?
What has been your favorite show that you have judged?
When you are not judging, what do you do for fun?
Considering our operation is family ran, the majority of my time consists of feeding/checking cows.
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Where did you grow up and what is your background?
I grew up in Walnut Springs, TX on a commercial cow/ calf operation and registered Suffolk
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What does your ideal market steer look like?
Great cattle come in all shapes and sizes. However, to describe my ideal market steer, he is an individual that is heavy muscled and yet handles with an
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What are you looking forward to the most at the NAILE?
Sorting one of the toughest steer shows in the country and seeing all the tremendous cattle come through the ring. But I’d be lying to you if I didn’t tell you that I am super excited about giving that big champion slap to your grand champion steer. SEVEN
What are your goals for the future?
My goals for the future
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The North American, there is just something about walking into the bottom of that coliseum and stepping onto those green shavings that is always exciting. Another favorite show is the South Dakota State Fair, this was my first opportunity to judge a “big show/state fair”, thus it will always a hold a memory of being one of my favorite shows as well.
ideal degree of finish, while maintaining his structural integrity and being shapely in his rib design. At the end of the day, these steers are show cattle and of course I love for them to have an intriguing look and be loaded with quality.
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Growing up as a kid, I always thought the judge in the middle of the ring was the coolest thing. And growing up in this industry, I’ve come to realize that the majority of those guys in that ring were some of the most influential cattlemen and judges in the industry. Every time I get the call to judge a show and I step foot back in that ring, it is always an honor and a privilege and one of the most humbling experiences anybody will ever have.
sheep herd. I showed cattle and sheep all through my junior career. I then went to Tarleton State University, where I was on the meat and livestock judging teams and received my BS and MS degrees. I currently run a 500 head cow/calf operation with my wife, Lauren and my family (Dwayne, Rose Ann, and Jared). We have 6 online sales annually and have been fortunate enough to judge shows all across the United States and internationally.
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are to continue to raise high-caliber show cattle alongside my wife and family that will continue to compete on a national level. EIGHT
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There have been many people that I could consider my role models or that have helped me get to where I’m at today. To begin, my dad and brother helped with judging when I was in 4-H and FFA and those two gentlemen allowed/pushed me in gaining livestock judging experience. Also, Doug Satree hired me fresh out of high school to travel to shows with him all across the United States and has been extremely instrumental in allowing me to experience national livestock events. In addition to that, my mother and my beautiful wife, Lauren, have been two of my biggest supporters. There are many other friends, colleagues, and business partners that have helped me get to where I am today. Without all of these people in my life and the good Lord by my side, I would not have been able to achieve the things that I have today.
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TWO Louisville Slugger Museum If you have never visited the bat factory in Louisville, this is a must! Take a tour of the famous Louisville Slugger Museum. THREE Mega Cavern Zip Line The world’s only underground zip line tour! FOUR Fourth Street Live The prime spot for dining and entertainment in Louisville!
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FIVE Brazilian Steakhouse If you are looking for a nice unique steakhouse, this is a nice one. 450 S. 4th Street Downtown SIX Mark’s Feed Store BBQ We had the chance to visit this unique restaurant last summer during junior nationals. This one has a fun country environment and isn’t that far from the show! 6501 Bardstown Rd SEVEN The Old Spaghetti Factory A fun Italian restaurant downtown! 235 W. Market St.
JUDGES MARKET STEERS Jeff Jackson Walnut Springs, TX
GELBVIEH Charlie Boyd Mays Lick, KY
MARKET HOGS Andy Rash Kewanee, IL
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MARKET LAMBS Brian Reilly Schullsburg, WI MARKET GOATS Brandon Callis Minco, OK JUNIOR HEIFER SHOW Blake Bloomberg Stillwater, OK Jeff Bedwell Isabella, OK Ryan Rathmann Lubbock, TX Kyle Coyler Bruneau, ID PEN-OF-THREE Brad Hanewich Rensselaer, IN ANGUS Chris Sankey Council Grove, KS CHIANINA Dan Shike Sandorus, IL CHIANGUS Dan Shike Sandorus, IL
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• In 1979 the North American Championship Rodeo performed for the first time in Freedom Hall • In 1978 to the North American “International” Livestock Exposition name was changed to incorporate Chicago’s defunct International Livestock Exposition.
2015 SUPREME CHAMPION HEIFER Sara Sullivan
• The Saddle & Sirloin Portrait Gallery, the Hall of Fame of the livestock industry, is curated by the Kentucky State Fair Board and is displayed throughout the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Kentucky. The collection includes nearly 350 oil paintings and dates back to the turn of the last century. 1974 First North American Livestock Exposition held at Kentucky Exposition Center: featured beef cattle only.
2014 GRAND CHAMPION STEER Bayley Kroupa
1977 Expo came to be known as NAILE, and expanded to include swine and dairy cattle. 1988 NAILE dairy goat show added.
2014 RESERVE CHAMPION STEER Madison Clark
2015 NAILE experienced record-setting year: 29,181 entries and $110,000 raised for Sale of Champions.
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• The Sale of Champions re-wrote the record books during the 2015 auction that raised $110,000 on Thursday, Nov. 19 at the Kentucky Exposition Center.
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WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 30 9 am – 4 pm | HBC Show Office Open 9 am – 4 pm | Junior Show Stalling 3 pm | Cattle allowed into barns 5 pm | Breed Managers to have Breed Stalls for Sale Cattle Set Up THURSDAY, DECEMBER 1 8 am – 5 pm | HBC Show Office Open 8 am – 12 pm | Continue Junior Show Stalling 12 pm | ALL SALE CATTLE MUST BE STALLED IN DESIGNATED AREA. 1 pm | Weigh Sale Cattle 15 minutes after conclusion of weighing sale cattle Scales will open to weigh Commercial Heifers and then Crossbred Steers. 3 pm | Class Breaks for Sale Cattle due to Sale Committee. 4 pm | Team Fitting Contest Entry Deadline 4 pm – 8 pm | Continue Junior Show Stalling 5 pm | SHOWMANSHIP AND JUNIOR SHOW ENTRY DEADLINE. *Check your receipt. If you have a “Yes” in the Showmanship Box you are already entered. *Excludes cattle purchased at the HBC Livestock Sales. 5 pm | Breed Managers Meeting 6 pm | Team Fitting Contest in the Show Ring 8 pm | ALL STALLING ASSIGNMENTS MUST BE COMPLETED. FRIDAY, DECEMBER 2 8 am – 8 pm | HBC Show Office Open 8 am - 7 pm | HBC Tradeshow Open 8 am - 10 am | Breed & All Star Sale Cattle Steer & Heifer Show in the Show Ring 10 am | ALL CATTLE MUST STALLED IN THE BARNS. 10 am | People’s Choice Photography Contest Entry Deadline *Turn in entries at the IJBCA Booth located in the
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 3 7 am – 8 am | Pick up cards for the Junior Judging Contest. 8 am – 8 pm | HBC Show Office Open 8 am – 11:30 am | Judging Contest in the Show Ring 8 am | IJBCA Silent Auction Opens 8 am – 7 pm | HBC Tradeshow Open 9:30 am | All Star Steer & Heifer Sale and Breed Sales at South end of Cattle Barn *The order for the Purebred Sales will be determined after check in. 11:30 am | Showmanship Semi-Finals and Finals in the Show Ring 1:30 pm | Judging Contest Results Announced 2 pm - 9 pm | Junior Show *See Show Order Below. SUNDAY, DECEMBER 4 7 am | HBC Worship Service in the Show Ring 8 am – 2 pm | HBC Tradeshow Open 8 am – 4 pm | HBC Show Office Open 8 am – 4 pm | Junior Show 1:30 pm | IJBCA Silent Auction Ends
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2 Rings - Double Points! Breeds to be offered: Angus, Charolais, Chianina, Hereford/ Polled Hereford, Maine-Anjou, Maintainer, Shorthorn, Shorthorn Plus, Simmental, % Simmental, AOB and Crossbred
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M @OSUBandB P @OSUBandB Ü deb.vanoverbeke@okstate.edu Three animals required to make a breed. Steers weighed on site. No re-weighs. Prospects up to 950 pounds. Progress steers 951+ pounds. 50 percent payback of entry fees. Registered heifers must have registration papers or bill of sale. All heifers shown by date of birth. Heifers must be born on or by Dec. 11, 2014. Breeds shown in alphabetical order. Commercial/cross will be shown last. All decisions final.
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Show Schedule Friday, February 10, 2017
5:00 p.m. ........................................ Cattle may arrive 5:00–7:00 p.m. .................................... Cattle check in
Saturday, February 11, 2017 8:00–10:00 a.m. .................................. Cattle check in 1:00 p.m. ............................................ Showmanship 3:00 p.m ....................................................Steer Show 7:00 p.m. ........ 4th Annual Pitchers & Catchers Sale
Sunday, February 12, 2017 9:00 a.m. ................................................. Heifer Show
Rules: • Cattle may move in Friday, February 10, 2017, • • • • • • • • •
after 5:00 pm Minimum of 5 head for a non-IJBCA breed to be offered. All IJBCA breeds will be offered. Heifers and steers must be weighed and checked in by 10:00 a.m. on Saturday Tieouts INSIDE of trailer only. No alcohol permitted on fairgrounds. Not responsible for accidents. Out-of-state cattle must have health papers. Purebred cattle must have registration papers. Heifers have to be born after September 1, 2015.
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"WIN TOGETHER, LOSE TOGETHER, FAMILY FIRST ALWAYS."
y name is Brooklyn Curtin and I’m from Oxford, Iowa. I started showing cattle when I was nine years old. Showing is a passion and lifestyle that we chose for our family. My dad and mom are Travis and Mindy Curtin. I have a brother Tanner and a sister Sloane who also show cattle, and are a huge part of my success. We know that as a family, if we want to be successful than we have to put in the time and work needed on all our animals. Early mornings, late nights, working hair, exercising, and rinsing is all worth it when standing in the final drives. When we start each year with a new heifer there is always the uncertainty of what they are going to bring us. Starting out this year I still had this feeling, but there was something special about my commercial heifer. We started out competing at a high level, and were very successful right out of the gate. In May, we put her in the cooler not knowing what she was going to do for us leading into the show season. Before I knew it, it was almost state fair. Iowa State Fair is one of the most
competitive state fairs in the country. Our family knew we had put the work in needed to be successful, but you never really know what to expect. Show day rolls around and we were all filled with nerves. After winning the division it was time to go in for the final drive. Being a part of the Iowa State Fair Final Drive is an honor and a privilege, and something my family will never take for granted. This final drive was even more special because my brother Tanner would also be participating with his Champion Lim-Flex heifer and Reserve Shorthorn Plus heifer. I had butterflies in my stomach, not knowing what would happen. The judge selected the Champion, now it was time for him to select the Reserve. As he walks over to me and selects me as Reserve Grand Champion at the Iowa State Fair, I was flooded with emotions knowing that my family and I just achieved something that we thought we never could. I pulled over to the side with tears in my eyes, and before I knew it Tanner was being selected with his Lim-Flex as 4th overall. Sharing this moment with my brother was the most rewarding moment in my show career.
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Before we could even get out of the state fairgrounds, Tanner and I were asking dad what heifers he thought we would be taking to Ak-SAR-ben in September. We already had our eyes set on the next show. School started that next week, but every day at 3:30 I was at the barn. I was not ready to give up yet. Ak-SAR-ben was here before we knew it. My Commercial heifer made the trip. Sunday was show day, again lots of nerves and lots of butterflies in my stomach. It seemed as though there was more pressure on this day because we wanted this animal to continue to be successful. I was fortunate to make the final drive with my Champion Angus and Champion Commercial heifer. This meant Tanner would have the opportunity to again show in the final drive with me. This was something we had never accomplished before as a family. Walking into the ring not knowing what the outcome was going to be but knowing that we already accomplished one of our goals was a great feeling. I felt like we were already winners. The judge picked his 5th overall - to his Grand Champion. After he selected his top three heifers, my heart was racing as I continued showing. He selected the Reserve, then came and selected me as Grand Champion Overall Breeding Heifer. I cannot even explain how I felt at that moment. We started with these animals when they were babies, not knowing what was going to happen and were able to compete at such a high level. All the early morning and late nights had paid off. All the miles up and down the road and all our hard work was worth it after winning titles of Reserve Grand Champion Heifer at the 2016 Iowa State Fair and the Grand Champion Breeding Heifer at the 2016 Ak-SAR-ben. I was filled with emotions once again.
I am speechless knowing that I just achieved something that is every show kids dream. I would like to say thank you to everyone who has helped me over the course of the year, Heath and Shelly Mardesen and family, Joe & Kati Burns, Reid Nichols, and Evan Sutton. A very special “Thank you” goes to the Ryan Dunklau Family and Willie Weis family. Ryan has stood behind me and supported my Commercial heifer from Day 1. He believed in me and my heifer, and that is a huge part of being successful. There is just not enough I can say about Willie and his team. I have learned so many things about the cattle industry from Willie. He knows how to challenge me and get me to step out of my comfort zone, he sends encouraging texts to motivate me and push me to the next level, he has shown me how to take fitting to the next level, and most important he has taught me to stay humble. In my heart I know there is no one that believes in my family more than Willie. I hope I can continue to learn from him and grow as a person. The relationship my family has formed with him is something we will cherish for a lifetime. Lastly, none of my accomplishments and success would be possible without my family. Win together, lose together, Family First Always. Thank you to Tanner and Sloane for being my biggest competitors, and my biggest fans. Thank you mom and dad for sacrificing so much and allowing us to do what we love. The lifelong friendships and memories I have made already are priceless. •
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Champion Charolais
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Keaton Krieg
Devon Benes
Brant Benes
Allison Walbrecht
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Champion Commercial
Reserve Commercial
Olivia Rath
Justin Peterson
Brooklyn Curtain
Callie Devore
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Reserve Hereford
Champion Simmental
Reserve Simmental
Tucker Stagemeyer
Riley Jones
Stephanie Kersten
Keegan Bailey
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Reserve Angus
Champion % Simmental
Reserve % Simmental
Brooklyn Curtain
Kaden Wilson
Braden Benes
Jeron Koppen
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Sara Sullivan
Justin McConahay
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Jenna Tlach
Kassi Rice
Champion ShorthornPlus
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Sara Sullivan
Tanner Curtain
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$9,000 Grand Champion Barrow
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Aaron Cain
Tanner Langemeier
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Jaclyn Heinrich
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Lexi Berry
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gave him the most awesome name I could think of. I got him from our friends Wise Club Lambs on their online sale. I liked him from the start. My ewe was home raised and named “Beatrice”. She was especially difficult to train because of her short temper.
I am in the 8th grade at Platte Valley Middle School and I am in National Jr. Honor Society, Student Council, Middle School FFA, and Kersey Church Youth Group. I play football and I wrestle. It is my 6th year in 4-H, I am the president of my 4-H club and I am on the Weld County livestock judging team. I help my family with our livestock and farming. The wether that I showed was named “Studly McManus”. In all honesty, I pretty much
I feel blessed by the quality of livestock I have been able to show and to be part of the youth livestock industry. I wish that all kids would have the opportunity to show because I have learned so much from it. It has always been fun going to Aksarben. I have been showing since I was five and want to show for as long as I can. If someone were to ask me if I am happy working hard to get only a little, tiny chance I would say absolutely. I am so grateful for my Grandparents, my brother, and my Mom and Dad who have my back and have supported me the whole way. It feels good to have friends and family who care about you. •
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howing is definitely my favorite thing to do. Yes, the hours are long and the work is hard, but the reward is sweet when things go your way. At Aksarben, it was a good day before the Heavy weight and the Grand Drive even happened. I had gotten the Reserve Ewe in the sale, won a class, and it was almost my birthday. When the judge chose me for the Grand Champion, the day went from good to amazing.
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Summer Harvey
Colby Sinclair
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Ashtyn Harvey
Mollie Hunt
Hadley Hendrickson
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calves. All he did was circle and give me the slap. All I could do was burst into tears while hugging my mom over the fence. I was overjoyed with all of the support and hugs from everyone around me. Being surrounded by my friends and family made it all worth it. It didn’t matter who was on the end of the halter that day, because we win as a family and more importantly we lose as a family. Earlier in the week I had won Champion Senior Showman as well. I didn’t expect to walk in the barn on Monday morning as the champion showman and walk out that night with not only that but also the Champion Steer banner. I want to say a huge thank you to my grandparents, because they are always at every show no matter how big or how small to support me in my passion of the show cattle industry. •
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he steer was originally my brothers for the majority of the year, and we decided to switch him over to me for the state fair. We all went to the state fair with the goal of trying to win champion or reserve in our division, and of course we wanted to win but didn’t want to get the expectations too high. After winning the division all I could think about the rest of the day was what I needed to do to win. I clearly remember walking up to the ring while my mom was telling me that all I could do was show my heart out and the rest we would leave to God. The greatest part was that my brother was also in there with the Champion British Breed Steer. Right after the judge got off the mic he went straight for it. He didn’t take another look at the
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NAME: Tejlor Strope AGE: 17 SCHOOL: Senior at O’Neill High School ABOUT: I will be running for the National Shorthorn Lassie Queen in November at the NAILE in Louisville, Kentucky. PARENTS: Boyd and MaLaine Strope
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SHOWING HER HEART OUT AND LEAVING THE REST UP TO GOD.
• show results NEBRASKA STATE FAIR
LAMBS+ NOV/DEC 2016
LAMBS
GOATS
Grand Champion Market Lamb
Grand Champion Market Goat
Creighton Hirschfeld
Creighton Hirschfeld
Reserve Champion Market Lamb
Reserve Champion Market Goat
Shelby Wachter
Camry Murdoch
Grand Champion Market Hog
Reserve Champion Market Hog
Andrew Vech
Atleigh Hirschfeld
HOGS
THE SHOWTIMES
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HOGS
HEIFERS NOV/DEC 2016 123 THE SHOWTIMES
HEIFERS
Supreme Champion Heifer Angus Kali Stratman
Reserve Supreme Heifer Chianina Kane Aegerter
NOV/DEC 2016
TULSA STATE FAIR
THE SHOWTIMES
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STEERS
Date: September 29 - October 9, 2016 Location: Tulsa, OK Steer Judge: Mark Hoge, IL Results/Photos: Show Champions
Reserve Champion Steer Maine-Anjou Allyson Arthur
TOMMYGLOVER
RAISED UP RIGHT. HOW TOMMY FEELS ABOUT ACCOMPLISHING A DREAM.
Grand Champion Steer Chianina Tommy Glover
I
was very blessed to show the Grand Champion Steer at this year’s Tulsa State Fair. This was something I had wanted for a long time and it was awesome to finally achieve that goal. I love being at the barn with my steers, but this definitely made it all worthwhile. I would like to thank all of our crew and the Lucky Strike Show Cattle crew for helping get my steer ready at the show. Also a special thanks to my family for helping me all year long. •
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NOV/DEC 2016
• show results TULSA STATE FAIR
Champion Angus
Champion Charolais
Champion Chianina
Champion Gelbvieh
Mason Konkler
Baylor Bonham
Tommy Glover
Larahmy Blakley
Reserve Angus
Reserve Charolais
Reserve Chianina
Reserve Gelbvieh
Teague Farris
Tristan Fields
Seth Tucker
Casyn Larman
Champion Hereford
Champion Limousin
Champion Maine-Anjou
Champion Shorthorn
Grady Chaplin
Caden Church
Allyson Arthur
Layden Pearson
Reserve Hereford
Reserve Limousin
Reserve Maine-Anjou
Reserve Shorthorn
Reece Garcia
Brock Cottrell
Reagan Klassen
Charley Thrasher
THE SHOWTIMES
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Prospect Judge: Matt Leo, CA
Champion Simmental Cody Branch
NOV/DEC 2016
Reserve Simmental Kaid Reininger
Grand Champion Prospect
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Champion Crossbred Baylor Bonham
THE SHOWTIMES
Tommy Glover
Reserve Champion Prospect
3rd Overall Prospect
Elizabeth Pack
Seth Tucker
4th Overall Prospect
5th Overall Prospect
Parker Lockhart
Madison Shout
Reserve Crossbred Charlie Hudgins
• show results TULSA STATE FAIR
HOGS
Grand Champion Market Barrow Shyann Mcwhirter
Reserve Champion Market Barrow Faith Palmer
NOV/DEC 2016
LAMBS
THE SHOWTIMES
128
Grand Champion Market Lamb Kamden Urban
Reserve Champion Market Lamb Mylah Testerman
GOATS
Grand Champion Market Goat Haylee Lundry
Reserve Champion Market Goat Mercedes Hollis
129
Supreme Champion Owned Heifer Braelynn Berlowitz
Reserve Supreme Champion Owned Heifer Abbigayle Vargas
Third Best Overall Owned Heifer Chancee Clark
NOV/DEC 2016
• show results TULSA STATE FAIR
Champion Angus
Champion Charolais
Champion Charolais Comp.
Champion Chianina
Abby Bell
Sydney Johnson
Abbigayle Vargas
Tenley Mefford
Reserve Angus
Reserve Charolais
Reserve Charolais Comp.
Reserve Chianina
Sydney Johnson
Kyla Walter
Braxton Flippo
Landree Siebert
Champion Gelbvieh
Champion Horned Hereford
Champion Polled Hereford
Champion Limousin
Brylee Thiel
Curtis James Canida
Evan Sims
Jaden Clark Linthicum
Reserve Gelbvieh
Reserve Horned Hereford
Reserve Polled Hereford
Reserve Limousin
Braxton Murray
Blakelee Hayes
Chloe Griswold
Linden Faith Linthicum
THE SHOWTIMES
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Champion MaineTainer
Champion Red Angus
Champion Shorthorn
Chancee Clark
H. William Hasenbeck
Allison Stewart
Dallan Thomas
Reserve Maine-Anjou
Reserve MaineTainer
Reserve Red Angus
Reserve Shorthorn
Will Chrz
Parker Lockhart
Jayden Pritchett
Mitchell Hunter
NOV/DEC 2016
Champion Maine-Anjou
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Champion ShorthornPlus
Champion Simmental
Ch. Simmental Influence
Champion Commercial
Chloee Clark
Braelynn Bertlowitz
Kennedy Lockhart
Dustin Collum
Reserve ShorthornPlus
Reserve Simmental
Res. Simmental Influence
Reserve Commercial
Brant Krebs
Larahmy Blakley
Braelynn Berlowitz
Paige Elam
STEERS
STATE FAIR OF VIRGINIA
Grand Champion Steer
NOV/DEC 2016
Wyatt Marshall
THE SHOWTIMES
132
STEERS
Date: September 2 - October 2, 2016 Location: Doswell, VA Steer Judge: Shawn Varner Results/Photos: Carrie B. Joines
Reserve Champion Steer Suter Clark
HOGS
Grand Champion Market Hog Talyn Armentrout
Reserve Champion Market Hog Parker Woodruff
LAMBS NOV/DEC 2016 133
Sara-Jane French
Reserve Champion Market Lamb Kennedy Whetzel
GOATS
Grand Champion Market Goat Camille Mitchell
Reserve Champion Market Goat Luke Redifer
THE SHOWTIMES
Grand Champion Market Lamb
NOV/DEC 2016 THE SHOWTIMES
134
Supreme Champion Female AOB Samantha Moore
Reserve Supreme Champion Female Simmental Carly Taylor
3rd Overall Champion Female Hereford Olivia Williams
NOV/DEC 2016 135 THE SHOWTIMES
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STEERS
KANSAS STATE FAIR
Grand Champion Steer
NOV/DEC 2016
Grace Aust
THE SHOWTIMES
136
STEERS
Date: September 9-18, 2016 Location: Hutchinson, KS Results/Photos: Legacy Livestock Imaging
Reserve Champion Steer Jake NIkkel
3rd Overall Steer
4th Overall Steer
5th Overall Steer
Cooper Henson
Jake Nikkel
Blaine Steckline
NOV/DEC 2016
HEIFERS
137 THE SHOWTIMES
Reserve Supreme Champion Heifer
Supreme Champion Heifer
Jake Nikkel
Madison Ratliff
3rd Overall Heifer
4th Overall Heifer
5th Overall Heifer
Ben Nikkel
Taylor Goering
Ben Nikkel
• show results KANSAS STATE FAIR
HOGS
Grand Champion Market Hog James DeRouchey
Reserve Champion Market Hog Caitlin Dreher
NOV/DEC 2016
LAMBS
THE SHOWTIMES
138
Grand Champion Market Lamb Gabryelle Gilliam
Reserve Champion Market Lamb Shilo Schaake
GOATS
Grand Champion Market Goat Erin Falkenstien
Reserve Champion Market Goat Kaci Foraker
HOGS
3rd Overall Market Hog
4th Overall Market Hog
5th Overall Market Hog
Luke Falkenstien
Torrie Thiel
Brody Nemecek
NOV/DEC 2016
MARKET
139
4th Overall Market Lamb
5th Overall Market Lamb
Gabryelle Gilliam
Holly Swearingen
Shilo Schaake
GOATS
3rd Overall Market Goat
4th Overall Market Goat
5th Overall Market Goat
Jaysie Schoenfeld
Gabryelle Gilliam
Jack Gilliam
THE SHOWTIMES
3rd Overall Market Lamb
STEERS
WORLD BEEF EXPO
Grand Champion Prospect Steer
NOV/DEC 2016
Kimberly Beck
THE SHOWTIMES
140
PROSPECTS
Date: September 23-25, 2016 Location: Milwaukee, WI Results/Photos: Rural Route Creations
Reserve Champion Prospect Steer Alexis Kast
PROGRESS
NOV/DEC 2016 141 THE SHOWTIMES
Grand Champion Progress Steer Lacey Schmitz
Reserve Champion Progress Steer Breanna Waugh
• show results WORLD BEEF EXPO
NOV/DEC 2016
HEIFERS THE SHOWTIMES
142
Supreme Champion Heifer Simmental Sarah Lillesand
HEIFERS Reserve Supreme Heifer Angus Kole Lorentz
3rd Overall Heifer MaineTainer
4th Overall Heifer % Simmental
5th Overall Heifer Shorthorn
Jarek Cutler
McKenzie Powers
Brandee Painter
Champion Chianina
Champion Hereford
Champion Shorthorn
Kole Lorentz
Olivia Wood
Rosemary Thompson
Brandee Painter
Reserve Angus
Reserve Chianina
Reserve Hereford
Reserve Shorthorn
Brandon Hickey
Taylor Hofstatter
Maggie Anderlik
Trent Bertsche
NOV/DEC 2016
Champion Angus
143 THE SHOWTIMES
Champion Maine-Anjou
Champion MaineTainer
Champion Commercial
Champion Red Angus
Makenzie Ewalt
Jarek Cutler
Jada Rock
Kaycee Lindner
Reserve Maine-Anjou
Reserve MaineTainer
Reserve Commercial
Reserve Red Angus
Jolene Ebersole
Courtney Swalve
Alexis Kast
Trent Bertsche
NOV/DEC 2016
• show results WORLD BEEF EXPO
THE SHOWTIMES
144
Champion ShorthornPlus
Champion Simmental
Champion % Simmental
Champion AOB
Max Eaton
Sarah Lillesand
McKenzie Powers
Clayton Boyert
Reserve ShorthornPlus
Reserve Simmental
Reserve % Simmental
Reserve AOB
Lucas Ebersole
Leslie Walker
Leslie Walker
Austin Miller
STEERS
KEYSTONE INTL.
Grand Champion Market Steer Rylee Stockdale
NOV/DEC 2016 145
Date: September 20 - October 9, 2016 Location: Harrisburg, PA Market Steer Judge: Shawn Varner
Reserve Champion Market Steer Ella Jacobs
Results/Photos: Linde
THE SHOWTIMES
MARKET
• show results KEYSTONE INTERNATIONAL PROGRESS
Grand Champion Progress Steer
Reserve Champion Progress Steer Christine Helm
PROSPECT STEER
NOV/DEC 2016
Karli Berkheimer
THE SHOWTIMES
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Grand Champion Prospect Steer Jared Fessler
Reserve Champion Prospect Steer Kevin Stahl
PROSPECT HEIFER
Grand Champion Prospect Heifer Emilie Campbell
Reserve Champion Prospect Heifer Fleener Livestock
NOV/DEC 2016 147 THE SHOWTIMES
Supreme Champion Jr. Breeding Heifer MaineTainer Samantha VanVorhis
Reserve Supreme Champion Jr. Breeding Heifer Chianina Kathy Lehman
NOV/DEC 2016
• show results KEYSTONE INTERNATIONAL
Champion Angus
Champion Charolais
Champion Chianina
Champion Crossbred
Sadie Compagnola
Mattie Drew Doerstler
Kathy Lehman
Jessica Butler
Reserve Angus
Reserve Charolais
Reserve Chianina
Reserve Crossbred
Claudia Hissong
Kathy Lehman
Mattie Drew Doerstler
Rachel Clark
THE SHOWTIMES
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Champion Hereford
Champion Limousin
Champion Maine-Anjou
Claire Trennepohl
Lonnie Thomas
Abbie Collins
Reserve Hereford
Reserve Limousin
Reserve Maine-Anjou
Tucker Schmidt
Lonnie Thomas
Kinley Kreis
Champion Red Angus
Champion Shorthorn
Samantha VonVorhis
Gabe Zepp
David Smith
Reserve MaineTainer
Reserve Red Angus
Reserve Shorthorn
Karli Berkheimer
Katelynn Cape
Kathy Lehman
NOV/DEC 2016
Champion MaineTainer
149 THE SHOWTIMES
Champion ShorthornPlus Abbie Collins
Ch. SimAngus/SimSolutions
Champion AOB
McKenzie Powers
Michael Poole
Reserve ShorthornPlus
Res. SimAngus/SimSolutions
Reserve AOB
Tess Gavagan
Tyson Woodard
Jade Ramsey-Neagle
STEERS
GEORGIA NATIONAL FAIR
Grand Champion Steer Crossbred
NOV/DEC 2016
Aaron Klinger
THE SHOWTIMES
150
STEERS
Date: October 6-16, 2016 Location: Perry, GA Cattle Judge: Jim Bloomberg Results/Photos: Mapes
Reserve Champion Steer Chianina Mariah Lynn
HEIFERS
Supreme Champion Heifer % Simmental Whitley Dale
HEIFERS
Reserve Supreme Heifer % Simmental Daniel Dobbs 151
Grand Champion Mkt Barrow
Grand Champion Market Gilt
Grand Champion Market Lamb Grand Champion Market Goat
Courtney Connie
Savanah Page
Gantt Ruff
Chase Roberts
Reserve Champion Mkt Barrow Reserve Champion Market Gilt
Reserve Champion Mkt Lamb
Reserve Champion Mkt Goat
Savanah Page
Ethan Frisbey
Cason Gentry
Brooks Royal
LAMBS
STEERS
KANSAS JR. LIVESTOCK SHOW
Grand Champion Steer
NOV/DEC 2016
Cooper Henson
THE SHOWTIMES
152
STEERS
Date: September 30 - October 2, 2016 Location: Hutchinson, KS Cattle Judge: Jack Ward Results/Photos: Legacy Livestock Imaging
Reserve Champion Steer Jake Nikkel
3rd Overall Steer
4th Overall Steer
5th Overall Steer
Ava Combs
Gabby Gilliam
Wesley Denton
NOV/DEC 2016
HEIFERS
153 THE SHOWTIMES
Reserve Supreme Champion Heifer
Supreme Champion Heifer
Jake Nikkel
Madison Ratliff
3rd Overall Heifer
4th Overall Heifer
5th Overall Heifer
Madison Loschke
Maycee Ratliff
Jaylyn Davis
LAMBS
• show results KANSAS JUNIOR LIVESTOCK SHOW
NOV/DEC 2016
LAMBS THE SHOWTIMES
154
Grand Champion Lamb Jillian Keller
Reserve Champion Lamb Shilo Schaake
MARKET LAMBS 3rd Overall Lamb
4th Overall Lamb
5th Overall Lamb
Dillon McNickle
Holly Swearingen
Kaci Foraker
HOGS
Grand Champion Hog
Reserve Champion Hog Tate Anderson
NOV/DEC 2016
Chisum Grund
155 THE SHOWTIMES
GOATS
Grand Champion Goat Kristin Floyd
Reserve Champion Goat Erin Falkenstien
LAMBS
STEERS
MINNESOTA BEEF EXPO
Grand Champion Steer
NOV/DEC 2016
Shelby Hartwig
THE SHOWTIMES
156
STEERS
Date: September 30 - October 2, 2016 Location: Hutchinson, KS Results/Photos: Linde
Reserve Champion Steer Abi Henderson
PROSPECTS
Grand Champion Prospect Crossbred Keaton Krieg
Elle Horn
3rd Overall Prospect Heifer
4th Overall Prospect Maine-Anjou
5th Overall Prospect Charolais
Ashtyn Danker
Ashtyn Danker
Tucker Bayer
157 THE SHOWTIMES
PROSPECTS
NOV/DEC 2016
Reserve Champion Prospect Crossbred
• show results MINNESOTA BEEF EXPO
NOV/DEC 2016
HEIFERS THE SHOWTIMES
158
Supreme Champion Heifer Red Angus Sydney Zehnder
HEIFERS Reserve Supreme Heifer Angus Paige Peine
3rd Overall Heifer Hereford
4th Overall Heifer Charolais Composite
5th Overall Heifer % Simmental
David Donnelly
Kendra Klosterman
Storm Johnsen
Champion AOB
Champion Charolais
Champion Comp. Charolais
Paige Peine
Colton Ivers
Sydney Zehnder
Kendra Klosterman
Reserve Angus
Reserve AOB
Reserve Charolais
Reserve Comp. Charolais
Grace Stolp
Trevor Bormann
Shade Bunker
Paige Jenke
NOV/DEC 2016
Champion Angus
159 THE SHOWTIMES
Champion Limousin
Champion Maine-Anjou
Champion % Simmental
Champion Simmental
Kaitlyn Snyder
Jarek Cutler
Storm Johnsen
Tucker Bayer
Reserve Limousin
Reserve Maine-Anjou
Reserve % Simmental
Reserve Simmental
Joanna Moser
Emily Brual
Storm Johnsen
Lynsey Schmitz
NOV/DEC 2016
• show results MINNESOTA BEEF EXPO
Champion Commerical
Champion Hereford
Champion Shorthorn
Champion ShorthornPlus
Luke Bjorklund
David Donnelly
Tyler Degroot
Hayden Fox
Reserve Commerical
Reserve Hereford
Reserve Shorthorn
Reserve ShorthornPlus
Addison Boesl
Logan Baker
Riley Hoffmann
Shayna Degroot
THE SHOWTIMES
160
Champion South Devon
Champion British White Park
Champion Red Angus
Emilee White
Samuel Hulst
Sydney Zehnder
Reserve South Devon
Reserve British White Park
Reserve Red Angus
Kyle Stranberg
Jacob Kluever
Tucker Bayer
NOV/DEC 2016 161 THE SHOWTIMES
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STEERS
NEW MEXICO STATE FAIR
Grand Champion Steer
NOV/DEC 2016
Kaly Cone
THE SHOWTIMES
162
STEERS
Date: September 8-18, 2016 Location: Albuquerque, NM Results/Photos: L Graham Photography
Reserve Champion Steer Morgan McCall
HOGS
Grand Champion Market Hog Kayla Metzger
HOGS
Reserve Champion Market Hog Micah Crist
METZGER
KAYLA
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WIN WIN ...WIN!
PURSUING HER PASSION AND BREAKING RECORDS. ayla Metzger has had a phenomenal year she has won three straight shows this Fall in her home state of New Mexico. At just 10 years old Kayla has broken a family record, winning their local county show as well as the State Fair of New Mexico, and Eastern New Mexico State Fair. Not only has she had an accomplished year, but the Metzger family also bred and raised all the animals shown. Kayla has a passion for animals and winning. At just 10 years old we can’t wait to see what her showing career holds. •
• show results NEW MEXICO STATE FAIR
HEIFERS
Supreme Champion Heifer Cabree Mullins
Reserve Supreme Champion Heifer Kooper Crum
NOV/DEC 2016
LAMBS
THE SHOWTIMES
164
Grand Champion Market Lamb Aubri Wrye
Reserve Champion Market Lamb Cache Wrye
GOATS
Grand Champion Market Goat Kelsey Graves
Reserve Champion Market Goat Britt Dixon
NOV/DEC 2016
165 THE SHOWTIMES
STEERS
NILE STOCK SHOW
Grand Champion Steer
NOV/DEC 2016
Clayton Harwood
THE SHOWTIMES
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STEERS
Date: October 15-22, 2016 Location: Billings, MT Results/Photos: Legacy Livestock Imaging
Reserve Champion Steer Beau Bromenshenk
HOGS
Grand Champion Market Hog Jessy Barger
Reserve Champion Market Hog Garrett Burkett
LAMBS NOV/DEC 2016 167
Colter Wyse
Reserve Champion Market Lamb David Vetter
GOATS
Grand Champion Market Goat Sheldon Johnsen
Reserve Champion Market Goat Katie Banister
THE SHOWTIMES
Grand Champion Market Lamb
PROSPECTS
STATE FAIR OF TEXAS
Grand Champion Prospect Steer
NOV/DEC 2016
Myka Blissard
THE SHOWTIMES
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PROSPECT
Date: September 30 - October 23, 2016 Location: Dallas, TX Prospect Judge: Cody Sankey, IN Results/Photos: Show Photo by Katina
Reserve Champion Prospect Steer Alyssa Barnett
STEERS NOV/DEC 2016 169 THE SHOWTIMES
Grand Champion Market Steer Heavy Weight AOB Jagger Horn
Prospect Judge: Dr. Dan Shike, IL
Reserve Champion Market Steer Heavy Weight AOB Tristan Himes
NOV/DEC 2016
• show results STATE FAIR OF TEXAS
Champion Heavy Weight American
Champion Light Weight British
Hayley Mayer
Kylie Martinez
Cody Wolf
Reserve Light Weight American
Reserve Heavy Weight American
Reserve Light Weight British
Payton Williams
Allie Burns
Hunter Tallon
Champion Heavy Weight British
Champion Light Weight AOB
Champion Heavy Weight AOB
Kendhal Nix
Aven Horn
Jagger Horn
Reserve Heavy Weight British
Reserve Light Weight AOB
Reserve Heavy Weight AOB
Rand Martin
Rachel Patton
Tristen Himes
THE SHOWTIMES
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Champion Light Weight American
LAMBS
Grand Champion Lamb Medium Wool Kolton Ross Neuse
Hayden Come
NOV/DEC 2016
LAMBS
Reserve Champion Lamb Medium Wool
171 THE SHOWTIMES
Market Lamb Judge: Cody Sloan, MO
Champion Dorper
Champion Finewool
Champion Finewool Cross
Champion Southdown
Mikayla Davidson
Regan Smithwick
Ella Prosise Rea
Kambrie Hogue
Reserve Dorper
Reserve Finewool
Reserve Finewool Cross
Reserve Southdown
Aspen Martin
Clayton Eckhardt
Clayton Eckhardt
Emily Brite
• show results STATE FAIR OF TEXAS
NOV/DEC 2016
GOATS THE SHOWTIMES
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Grand Champion Goat Middleweight Dakota Martin
GOATS
Reserve Champion Goat Heavyweight Turner Matkin
Market Goat Judge: Keaton Dodd, TX
Champion Lightweight Division
Champion Middleweight Division
Champion Heavyweight Division
Sunny Cowley
Dakota Martin
Turner Matkin
Reserve Lightweight Division
Reserve Middleweight Division
Reserve Heavyweight Division
Mackenzie Weadock
Jaylin Smith
Mikayla Davidson
NOV/DEC 2016 173 THE SHOWTIMES
Grand Champion Barrow Light Cross Riley Reep
Market Barrow Judge: Jim McCoy, OH
Reserve Champion Barrow Duroc Garrett Yance
BARROWS
NOV/DEC 2016
• show results STATE FAIR OF TEXAS
Champion Dark Cross
Champion White OPB
Mallea Harper
Addie Hicks
Weston Roach
Reserve Black OPB
Reserve Dark Cross
Reserve White OPB
Brooklyn Anderson
RaeLeigh Willborn
Hailey Peterson
Champion Hampshire
Champion Yorkshire
Reserve Light Cross
Hunter Low
Christian Watson
Kari Schulte
Reserve Hampshire
Reserve Yorkshire
Reserve Duroc
Kamryn Guenther
Jacy Mann
Reagan Helms
THE SHOWTIMES
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Champion Black OPB
Champion ORB
Champion Red Brahman
Champion Santa Gertrudis
Justin Jenkins
Reagan Sumrow
Casey Pitchford
Reserve ORB
Reserve Red Brahman
Reserve Santa Gertrudis
James Cleere
Payton Herzog
Baylor Kimbro
175
Champion Red Brangus
Champion Simbrah
Champion Simmental
Karagen Dreibrodt
Tyler Denny
Jayci Phillips
Reserve Red Brangus
Reserve Simbrah
Reserve Simmental
Shelby Boswell
Miranda Skaggs
Daniel Taylor
NOV/DEC 2016
• show results STATE FAIR OF TEXAS
Champion Hereford
Champion Gray Brahman
Champion Chianina
Champion Red Angus
Riggin Stewart
Payton Herzog
Myka Blissard
Riggin Stewart
Reserve Hereford
Reserve Gray Brahman
Reserve Chianina
Reserve Red Angus
Kash Long
Payton Herzog
Alexis Hargrove
Rilee Hall
Champion Shorthorn
Champion Charolais
Champion Limousin
Champion ORAB
Myka Blissard
Carson Carter
Barrett Howe
Audrey Acord
Reserve Shorthorn
Reserve Charolais
Reserve Limousin
Reserve ORAB
Emilee Munchrath
Britt Herod
Randa Taylor
Victoria Parkey
THE SHOWTIMES
176
Champion Maine-Anjou
Champion Polled Hereford
Katrina Swope
Riggin Stewart
Reserve Maine-Anjou
Reserve Polled Hereford
Barrett Howe
Alexandria Harris
Champion Angus
Champion Brangus
Noah Grounds
Anna Arnold
Reserve Angus
Reserve Brangus
Shelby Phillips
Molly Pack
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HEIFERS
FALL CATTLEMEN’S CLASSIC
Grand Champion Heifer
NOV/DEC 2016
Landree Warnock
THE SHOWTIMES
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HEIFERS
Date: October 8, 2016 Location: Columbia City, IN Judge: Dan Karker, IN Results/Photos: Lindsay Hanewich
Reserve Champion Heifer Kerrigan Bartnum
Grand Champion Prospect Steer Ryen Kerr
Reserve Champion Prospect Steer Cole Wilcox
Brittany Conkle
Reserve Champion Prospect Heifer Karly Kirkpatrick
LAMBS
THE SHOWTIMES
Grand Champion Prospect Heifer
NOV/DEC 2016
PROSPECTS
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GOOD NEWS
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ADVENTURE
NOV/DEC 2016
“I DON’T WATCH THE NEW MUCH ANYMORE BECAUSE ALL OUR REPORTERS JUST WANT TO REPORT THE BAD. IT’S WHAT SELLS THEY SAY. I WANTED TO BRING ATTENTIONTO PEOPLE THAT THERE ARE FEEL GOOD STORIES. I KNOW IT HAPPENS EVERYDAY IN OUR RURAL COMMUNITIES, BECAUSE IT’S THE WAY FARM FOLKS ARE. OUR 4-H KIDS ARE THE GREATEST YOUNG PEOPLE IN THE WORLD. I HOPE THIS STORY WILL GET SOME FOLKS TO SHARE THEIR STORIES WITH THE SHOWTIMES SO WE CAN START TELLING THE GENERAL PUBLIC HOW GREAT 4-H REALLY IS! GOD BLESS AMERICA.
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BY JEFF MILLER, IN
JEFF’S STORY: Stevie is truly a wonder! I wonder what would have happened if he hadn’t been born? He’s crossed many people’s paths, and all in a little different way, but they were all good ways. Stevie came into this world as a blind, four-legged black and white miracle. He had a twin sister who could see, but she was grafted onto another cow, so not only was Stevie blind but he lost his sister to another cow. I never helped him nurse. He started on his own. His mother is very gentle and I think she knew something was up, because when Stevie was hungry he’d get up,raise his nose in the air and
do about a 180, then slowly find her. He might not quite hit the spot on the first try, but eventually he’d find a teat. I kept Stevie around the barn longer than the other pairs because the pasture where they were headed was full of small streams, hills, trees and coyotes. And after all, I felt like he was my foster child. I took a chance, because most blind calves just walk in circles and usually get heat exhaustion or end up tangled in barbed wire. He and mom took it in stride and never really had any problems. Well, not exactly! My pastures have flowing water several places, so figuring a way for Stevie to cross was sometimes a challenge. He was separated from his mother and the other hundred pairs one evening as I was doing heat checks. They were about a half mile apart with a corn field and hills separating them, so neither could hear the other bawling. I tried driving each of them different times, with no success. So I got in front of Stevie on my four wheeler and bawled like a cow. Stevie did his famous nose in the air and slowly followed. I’d bawl. He’d bawl in return. It took a while, but we made it. The reunion was gladly appreciated by mom and calf. The rest of the summer was pretty uneventful until the six-inch rain in about an hour during the county fair. Stevie ended up in the creek in a raging flood. I watched as he bobbed up and down as the current washed him down the creek. The bank is really steep
where he went in so he had to rely on mother nature to help him. And she did! A small tree slowed him down enough that he got his footing, and up the bank he went to his waiting mom. Weaning time came and Stevie was treated like the rest of the calves. So Stevie became a show steer. He was tied and rinsed like the rest of his buddies, but of course he received extra care from the help because he was Stevie. Picture day came. And boy, did he shine, as you can tell by the photos. As we got closer to sale day, my friend Floyd gave me the idea to do a benefit for blind children. The idea stuck. We raised $3,850, which was given to the Riley Hospital for Children in Indianapolis. It went toward the blind division. The giving part of this story has been the most rewarding part of “The Stevie Adventure.”
Two weeks later, Stevie arrived at our PA farm. He was cute, friendly and super lovable. When he arrived in his new pen, he walked in circles until he hit the side of the gates where he then knew his surroundings. He quickly adjusted to his new surroundings and was eating and drinking in no time. He became comfortable very fast. He instantly was a hit in our barn. If you were having a bad day and needed a pick me up, you would just go to the barn and visit Stevie. He always was happy and excited to see you. When walking Stevie, your hand always had to be touching his face or he would not move. He instantly became attached to his new owner Hannah. She could walk him all over our farm. he followed her everywhere. In September, while at our county fair, Stevie was the center of attention. Everyone loved him. He had the opportunity to bless the life of two blind young ladies. They were so excited to meet an animal that was blind. They didn’t know animals could also be blind - they thought it was just humans. It was breathtaking to watch as the girls, who couldn’t see Stevie, touched his head. Although Stevie couldn’t see them, he communicated with a loving “Moo.” Their faces lit up with smiles when they heard him talking to them. It was a true blessing to see how he impacted them. When our 12-year-old daughter Hannah auctioned off Stevie at our local county fair, she decided that she wanted to use Stevie to bless someone else’s life. She raised money for a family friend, 13-year-old, Zeke Mumma. Zeke was hospitalized at 8 months of age for an unusual case of bacterial pneumonia; leaving him blind, g-tube fed, immobile, rigid and irritable. The night of the sale, Zeke and his family came to meet Stevie. We got many photographs of them all together. Stevie was sold to Brian Oberholtzer, an Auctioneer for Horning Farm Agency. Then numerous other buyers contributed funds to support the Mumma Family. A few weeks later, an article was run in our local newspaper. At this point, $3,280.00 has been raised to support Zeke. After the auction, Hannah’s grandfather purchased Stevie so he could come back home. Stevie has forever impacted our lives and we would love to see him find a home where he could be a blessing to many each and every day. •
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Jeff MIller with Stevie on picture day.
Last September we were approached by a family friend who told us about a blind steer being on an online auction. He told us that a certain percent of his auction price would be given to a children’s hospital for the blind. He agreed to help us purchase the steer. We bid on the steer at the online auction and won the bid.
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I’ve showed and sold many champions, and Stevie is the one calf I will probably remember the most. Tears were shed by people who raised calves on the farm when he hopped on the trailer headed east. The driver was given special orders to take good care of him. Stevie arrived in Pennsylvania and started a new life with Hanna, who became his new foster parent. Thank you, Hanna, for caring for Stevie.
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DON’T HAVE A BAD ATTITUDE: A bad, cynical attitude will get you nowhere. It’s easy to be negative when things don’t go your way in the ring or you don’t feel like working with your animals. Keeping a good, positive attitude is your chance to see the silver lining of your hard work.
for yourself and your ideas openly and honestly are common traits of influential people. When you do so in a positive, non-threatening way while respecting others’ opinions, they respect yours in return. reputation of being responsible and reliable as you stick to commitments, follow through on promises, avoid making unreasonable promises, deal with any setbacks faced with your livestock projects, and much more.
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NOVEMBER 2ND B&L RANCH ONLINE SALE HARRELL CATTLE CO. ONLINE GENETICS SALE MATT LAUTNER CATTLE ONLINE SEMEN SALE OLSON SHOW CATTLE ONLINE SALE SHOUFLER SHORTHORNS ONLINE STEER AND HEIFER SALE WELSHANS SHOW CATTLE ONLINE SALE NOVEMBER 3RD RS&T SIMMENTALS LOVELY LADIES THOMPSON & FORMAN ONLINE CLUB CALF SALE - ELITE STEER AND HEIFER SALE PRIME TIME & FRIENDS ONLINE CLUB CALF SALE UPTOWN GIRLS ONLINE HEIFER SALE ENGLAND CATTLE COMPANY ONLINE SALE NOVEMBER 5TH FASSETT HAY & CATTLE RELOADED FALL GATHERING 2016 STEINKE SHORTHORNS BRED HEIFERS ONLINE SALE NOVEMBER 6TH PKL SHOW CATTLE ONLINE SALE JAMES FARMS - BOOTS BANNERS & BACKDROPS PROSPECT SALE BENNETT SHOW CATTLE ONLINE SALE DOUBLE-G FROZEN GENETICS ONLINE SALE DUCH ONLINE STEER AND HEIFER SALE NOVEMBER 7TH BRIDWELL LIVESTOCK ONLINE SALE CRYSTAL VIEW CATTLE ONLINE SALE
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CONNELL STOCK FARM - COLOR ME RED WHITE AND ROAN ONLINE SALE BUSEMAN ANGUS FOUNDATION FEMALE SALE FILLMORE CLUB CALVES ONLINE HEIFER SALE MATT LAUTNER CATTLE ONLINE SEMEN SALE NOVEMBER 10TH EASY TO LOOK AT PART II ELLIOTT CATTLE COMPANY - SALE OF CHAMPIONS - HEIFER EDITION NOVEMBER 13TH M LAZY HEART RANCH ONLINE SALE NOVEMBER 14TH
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DECEMBER 13TH M LAZY HEART RANCH ONLINE SALE DECEMBER 14TH BURKE & FRIENDS EARLY CHRISTMAN PRESENT SALE MATT LAUTNER CATTLE ONLINE SEMEN SALE DECEMBER 15TH GLAMOUR GIRLS HOLIDAY EDITION ELITE FEMALE & FUTURE DONOR ONLINE SALE DECEMBER 19TH JRB CATTLE COMPANY ONLINE MATERNAL HEIFER SALE PEMBROOK CATTLE COMPANY ~ HOLIDAY LIGHTS ONLINE SALE DECEMBER 20TH FUSION CATTLE SHORTHORN SILVER AND GOLD SALE DECEMBER 21ST MATT LAUTNER CATTLE ONLINE SEMEN SALE DECEMBER 22ND SCHAEFFER & TICE - ALL I WANT FOR CHRISTMAS ~ EMBRYO AND FLUSH SALE DECEMBER 28TH MATT LAUTNER CATTLE ONLINE SEMEN SALE JANUARY 29TH MCCONAHAY CATTLE COMPANY ONLINE STEER SALE FEBRUARY 8TH WELSHANS & RUGGLES SHOW CATTLE PURPLE ROYALE ONLINE BRED FEMALE SALE
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WHAT’S IN A NAME? REMOVE LABELS, KEEP GOD FIRST AND RUN THE RACE OF LIFE TO WIN. BY PASTOR RANDY DAVIS, LIMA, OH
HOW WE MET RANDY We met Randy Davis when we visited Lima, Ohio for Maine Junior Nationals back in 2012. He is the Winegardner family's pastor. They had asked him to give a sermon during the show. We were greatly impressed with Randy. Since then, we have listened to his sermons in our office from time to time. When Brad Winegardner came out to Colorado to judge our show we visited about having Randy write a message for our upcoming issues. We hope you enjoy his message!
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hat’s in a name? When I say Peyton Manning what do you think of? How about John Deere? Colorado? Florida? California? How about your name? What do people think of when they hear your name? Do you realize that all of us are here for a purpose? We are here to making a name for ourselves whether we realize it or not. So if everyone on this earth has a purpose why do we classify people the way we do? All of us have a purpose for being here, so let’s do this thing called “LIFE” together. We are all running the race of life, why not run to win? Listen to this scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24 You know that in a race all the runners run, but only one gets the prize. So run to win! NCV You’ve all been to the stadium and seen the athletes race. Everyone runs; one wins. Run to win. The Message Run to win! Who runs to lose? Who plays sports and goes out and says, “let’s go boys; it is time to
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lose.” Yet many reading this article are facing life like a self-proclaimed loser. Some of your own making, some is from others. Some of you have given up on doing life right because of others’ judgment on you.
In the same way you judge others, you too will be judged. If you are harsh, people will be harsh with you. These are great verses to live life by. And don’t let others quick judgment of you define you. We must know who we are regardless of what others may think. Is there someone who caused you to give up on faith? Galatians 6:7 You were running a good race. Who cut in on you and kept you from obeying the truth? Think with me for minute: If you are not running your life all out for God, why not? Is there a person who caused you to quit believing in God? Are they worth missing heaven over? Do you realize that someone you don’t even like is keeping you away from the best life possible? Is it the label they gave you that is holding you back? Maybe it is time to trade in their label. Maybe it is
John 10:10 He came that we may have life and have it to the full! The Message says: I came so they can have real and eternal life, a more and better life than they ever dreamed of. I’m ready for that kind of life. Are you? You were created for greatness, why settle for anything less? You were fearfully and wonderfully made! So here is the plan, keep God first, and run this race of life to win. And encourage others to go with you. Let go of the labels others have put on and let’s do life God’s way. Don’t just run in life, Run to Win! What is one name you would like to trade about yourself? Maybe you gave it to yourself or maybe someone else did. What would it be? What would you want your new label to be? I would also like to encourage each of you to allow people to replace their own labels by giving them another chance. Life is too short to hold grudges or unforgiveness for something that may have been done in haste or by accident. Life is way more fun if we assume the best in people instead of always living paranoid reading between the lines in a pessimistic way. •
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Here is another great verse of why we should not be so quick to judge or label others before we get to know them: Matthew 7:1-2: 1 “Do not judge, or you too will be judged. 2 For in the same way you judge others, you will be judged, and with the measure you use, it will be measured to you.
Matthew 6:23 But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well. Put God first and everything else in life works out. Put Him anywhere else in your life and it will not end well for you. God has a great life planned for you and I advise you to not let anyone get in between you and your relationship with God. How good is God’s life for you?
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And let me insert some advice that can serve us all well. Don’t trust your first instinct on judging others. What if you meet someone in a rush or in a frazzled condition? (which is true of many during show conditions) What if you judge someone because of what you heard from someone else? Would you like others to give you the benefit of the doubt? Why is it so hard for us to do what we want others to do for us? Sounds like the “Golden Rule” to me. Do to others what you would have them do to you.
time for change!
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A SPECIAL TRIBUTE...TRUSTING GOD’S TIMING. BY RYAN SCHLIPF, TREE LANE FARMS
Jake with his brother Kyle and cousin Dean
Jake with Riley Alspach and Alex Corrington
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FEBRUARY 4, 1993 - JULY 20, 2015
I’m up early these days because I find mornings are the hardest here at Tree Lane Farms because I know Jake’s truck is not going to drive up the lane. I’m not going to meet him in the driveway with a cup of coffee as Jake jumps out with his smile, excited for the day’s adventures. I ride my four-wheeler through pastures with cows with the sun coming up and dew on the green grass, and I reflect on every project of fence building, putting in posts, digging and concreting the corner posts which are still almost wet with the names “Jake and Tucker 2015”, scratched in with a stick or nail. Every pasture has a calf in it that Jake and I saved at birth, gave a shot to, or rounded up and my mind still asks “Why Jake?”
I used to tell people and family that if you had five Jakes you have an undefeated basketball team; if you had 11 you have an undefeated football team. If you had a company of Jakes, you have a successful company. He never complained; he always was pumped, and he worked harder than anyone. As Bodee would say, “Jake is a gamer; you want to hang out with him and if you went to war you want him by your side.”
This morning as I rode I reflected on the year and on
As I drove the pasture with those words “I”LL TAKE JAKE” rolling through my mind, it hit me. God knows the troubles of this world and the spiritual battles to be fought as He reflects on the future. I believe He was picking His team and on Monday I think he asked Jesus “who do we have?” And Jesus said, “I’LL TAKE JAKE.” •
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our farm, especially this summer. I thought of our conversations as family. My dad would usually start late Sunday afternoon asking, “What’s the plan of attack on Monday?” I would tell him the priority list and he would ask, “Who do we have for help?” My reply was almost always the same. “Tucker and Sawyer have football or basketball till around 9:00 then they will be home. We have Bodee, Codee and Jake.” I knew that with that group no task was too big, no project too hard; with that team we would figure out a way to attack the week. Many times dividing the team and one of us saying, “Bodee can do this; Codee can start that and when Tucker and Sawyer get home they can work with you and I’ll take Jake.” These words have haunted me all morning, “I’LL TAKE JAKE.”
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here are very few scenarios in which a boy from Tennessee living in Iowa and a girl from New York happen to meet in Louisville, Kentucky. We will be forever thankful for our involvement in cattle shows that we did happen to cross paths at that perfect moment! Four years later our lives look a whole lot different, but we still celebrate our initial anniversary in Louisville and that’s one thing that will hopefully never change. My husband, Matthew Blankenship, and I (Megan) own and operate M&M Cattle Company located in West Burlington, New York. In January, we missed Denver for the first time in many years for a pretty good reason - we welcomed our first child January 18th. Adalynn Grace loves the cattle just as much as we do and seeing her enthusiasm for everything around the farm has certainly added a whole new level of excitement to our world. Both Matt and I grew up involved with livestock and we hope to give the same experiences to our little one. Matthew grew up on a small multi breed operation outside Nashville, Tennessee and was actively involved in numerous breed associations in addition to local 4H and FFA programs. His parents, Mark and
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IT’S THE GREATEST BLESSING TO BE A PART OF THIS WONDERFUL INDUSTRY AND WE ARE SO THRILLED TO NOW HAVE THE PRIVILEGE OF RAISING OUR DAUGHTER IN THIS SAME INDUSTRY THAT SHAPED OUR LIVES AND BROUGHT US TOGETHER.”
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Marianne along with grandparents Frank and Peggy Wilson and sister Mallorie continue to maintain a herd of Charolais and Simmental cattle in Nolensville, TN. Extended family show pigs, run dairy cattle, show steers and breeding cattle as well. With so much of his time spent in the show barn or traveling to livestock shows with family and friends, Matthew developed a deep love of the cattle industry that has shaped his life. Although he attended college at Middle Tennessee State
University and went through EMT training, he couldn’t shake his desire to stay involved with the cattle industry. Thanks to friendships and connections made during his junior show career and time spent on the Chi Junior board, he found his way to Damar Farm in Wisconsin and managed their show cattle during their formative stage. While there, he was fortunate to work with Roger Allen - a man he still considers a role model and mentor. During the years that followed, he worked both in Illinois on Allen’s X5 Ranch and then
as the show and sale cattle manager for KenCo in Tennessee. Another connection created through junior programs led to Matthew’s next opportunity. Josh Elder was a lifelong friend and when given the chance to move to Iowa and work with Josh at Sullivan Farms, Matthew made the decision to relocate once more. He joined the crew at Sullivan’s prior to their sale in 2012 and spent the next few years working with elite cattle and some of the best people in the industry. Josh was, and continues to be, another of the people Matthew has learned the most from. Matt is extremely appreciative of the entire
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opportunities to learn and immerse myself in the Hereford industry. The Jensens took me to shows and put me to work on their ranch where I selected cattle to add to my own program, cattle who are still influential in our herd today. I spent some time teaching at NEO A&M College in Miami, Oklahoma before returning to New York to take a much larger role in managing our farm. My parents both work off the farm, so the cattle operation needed someone full time and I was excited to be that person. As a supplemental job, I expanded a long time second passion of taking pictures into a career. Linde Sutherly gave me a chance to cover some shows for her, and with her guidance I discovered a love for livestock photography that changed my life. In the years that followed, I spent a lot of time at shows across the country - Denver, Kansas City, Houston, NILE, San Antonio and more - learning and working with some of ShowChampions elite photographers - Alan Browarny, Bruce Kuehl, Jay Kazen and Katie Fields. As I gained knowledge and experience, I developed M&M photography personally to cover livestock events and shoot both livestock and human photos. The years spent in the ring and at the backdrop have fostered friendships and connections with so many amazing people and I’m beyond
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crew at Sullivan’s along with the Sullivan family themselves for the great experiences and education he received as part of their operation. He continues to work with them during sale season and at shows whenever it fits our schedule. My exposure to agriculture started at the beginning as well. Born into a fifth generation farm family in upstate New York, I loved everything about our rural upbringing. My parents, Curtis and Susan Ackerman, involved my siblings Sara and Sam along with myself in 4H and junior programs when I was 10 and I was hooked. I was an extremely shy kid and without my years spent showing cattle, I’m not sure I ever would have overcome that challenge. Those friendships made and the trips we took as a family to cattle shows really shaped my life. My desire to find a career in the cattle industry led me to Kansas State University and degrees in Ag Communications and Animal Science. That education and the people I met during those years were vital to making my dreams become a reality. With me away from home, my parents maintained my herd of Hereford females started from just a few heifers purchased with my childhood savings account. While in school, I was blessed to find my way to Courtland, Kansas. Kevin, Sheila, Brady, Brooke and Ben Jensen became like a second family and gave me even more
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I met Matthew who was there with Sullivan’s. Although it’s a small world and our paths had crossed randomly before, it was not until we were introduced following the Shorthorn show that we truly met. By the end of our third day together, he told me we were getting married…and he was right! A year and a half later we became husband and wife on a beach in St. Lucia surrounded by family and friends. Our long distance relationship was planned around cattle shows and sales and calving season and breeding season - typical of any farm couple. I moved to Iowa for 6 months not long after we got engaged and also joined the Sullivan’s crew during that time. grateful to have such wonderful people in my life. A Hereford show heifer I raised took me to Louisville in 2012 where
John, Dede, Sara and Sage Sullivan along with the rest of the Sullivan team were wonderful to work for and with, but as calving season
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approached in New York -Matthew and I had to make a decision about our future and both knew we wanted to continue to expand our own cow herd. Since we had the cattle and land in New York, we moved back east. We added a few more high end females to our herd while at Sullivans and our first purchase as a couple SULL Olivia’s Time - turned into a successful show heifer that earned show female of year honors from the American Hereford Association and now is a exciting donor owned with Fawcett’s Elm Creek Ranch. We’ve continued to add elite genetics in the form of herd bulls and donor females from respected operations to grow M&M Cattle Company into a herd of approximately 100 Hereford, Simmental and crossbred females with a focus on eye appealing, functional,
industry drives us both to devote endless hours to working on the farm, traveling across the country showing cattle, working for other cattle operations, taking pictures, judging shows and selecting new genetics. With our hectic lives typical of any farm family, we knew things would change with a baby and have been so
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efficient, sound cattle. Matthew and I share day to day responsibilities and spend endless hours discussing goals, marketing and breeding decisions. Working with your spouse can be a challenge on some days, but it’s also the most rewarding experience to share your life with someone who shares your passion for a “job” that is really a lifestyle. Our love for the cattle
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blessed to have an easy going little girl who’s happiest outside and fits right into our daily lives whether at home or at shows with cattle or even taking pictures. My parents help out endlessly and make it possible for us to be away when needed or watch Adalynn when we have tasks that aren’t easy to do with a baby in tow! My dad is involved with making feed for the cattle and though my mom isn’t from an ag background, she pitches in and encourages us every step of the way. The cattle industry itself is like a large extended family and in her first 8 months Adalynn has traveled extensively with us and met many of the same great people we value so much. Seeing her joy at experiencing daily farm life or traveling to new places makes every moment that much better and we are so excited to see her develop friendships and make memories showing cattle as she grows up. As our friends add little ones to their lives as well, it’s so much fun to share the new joys and challenges that come with raising a family. It’s the greatest blessing to be a part of this wonderful industry and we are so thrilled to now have the privilege of raising our daughter in this same industry that shaped our lives and brought us together. •
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› A LOOK BACK 226 › FEATURES 227 › COVERS OF THE YEAR 228 › EXHIBITORS OF THE YEAR 231 › STEERS OF THE YEAR 234 › HEIFERS OF THE YEAR 244 › HOGS, LAMBS + GOATS OF THE YEAR 258
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YEARBOOK THE NOV/DEC 2016 YEAR END EDITION MARKS THE FINAL ISSUE OF 2016. WE REFLECT ON A GREAT YEAR OF LIVESTOCK SHOWS BY FEATURING THE CHAMPIONS OF 2016, AS WELL AS SOME OF OUR FAVORITE FEATURES, ADS AND FACES AND PLACES! PLUS, WE ANNOUNCE OUR EXHIBITORS OF THE YEAR!
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2016 was our biggest year yet at The Showtimes. It has been fun watching our magazine grow from issue to issue and year to year. Our State Fair Edition alone was 122 pages bigger than last year’s issue and was 602 pages total making it the biggest issue we have ever printed. In fact, it was the biggest livestock show magazine ever printed! More advertisements, more Show Results and more Features have made an impact. We traveled across the country to shows and events. We enjoyed visiting with readers and exhibitors in Denver, Springfield, Grand Island, Des Moines, Pueblo, Omaha and Kansas City. Back in 2007 when we started The Showtimes, we wanted to be different than everyone else. We wanted The Showtimes to be about you, not only ads. We molded The Showtimes into a publication that is all about you. We wanted to bring you designs, photos and videos that have never been done in our industry. We always push ourselves further with each issue. We feel the most important part is traveling to shows and getting each issue into the showman’s hands. The showman are our advertiser’s target market. They are the ones who purchase show cattle, supplies,
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feed and other products that are advertised in our magazine. The response has been overwhelming. In addition to the magazine, our videos and promotional items have been a big hit. Earlier this year we release our #ThisIsWhyWeShow hash-tag encouraging all of our readers to let us know why they show on social media. It has been incredible seeing how it has been used across the country. Look for our new This Is Why We Show® video this November! The Yearbook has become one of our favorite features in The Showtimes. It gives us a chance to reflect on the past year and share that with our readers. We’ve put together some of our favorite features, Faces and Places, Show Results and Hall of Fame members. Plus, we reveal our five new Exhibitors of the Year, Steers of the Year, Heifers of the Year and Hogs, Lambs and Goats of the Year on the following pages. We hope you enjoy our 2016 Yearbook! We have big plans for 2017!
IN ADDITION TO THE UNITED STATES, THE SHOWTIMES HAS SPONSORED SHOWS IN CANADA AND AUSTRALIA!
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JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2016
MARCH/APRIL 2016 Sire Edition
Junior National Edition
We kicked the year off at the National Western Stock Show in Denver, Colorado with our January/ February 2016 Stock Show Edition. The new issue featured a one of a kind cover that opened backwards! It featured MLC sires Italian Stallion and Blaze of Glory and was 336 pages.
Our March/April 2016 Sire Edition arrived just in time for the Blackout Jackpot 4 and the spring shows. It was 336 pages and featured Rodgers Cattle Company on the cover.
As summer arrived we traveled to MaineAnjou/Chianina Jr. Nationals with our new May/June 2016 Junior National Edition! It was packed with a Junior National Preview! Streitmatter Show Cattle was featured on the cover for the third consecutive year.
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Our September/ October 2016 Fall Edition featured Winegardner Show Cattle's Harvest of Excellence on the cover. We traveled to Omaha, NE for Aksarben and Kansas City, MO for the American Royal.
The issue you are holding in your hand is the final issue of the year! Our November/ December 2016 Year End Edition features Griswold Cattle's Classic sale on the cover. This has turned out to be a special issue as it is the final magazine before our big 10th Anniversary Edition that arrives on January 1, 2017!
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The July/August 2016 State Fair Edition became the biggest livestock show publication ever printed. At over 600 pages it was filled with 122 more pages of Show Results, Pasture Sale Ads and a State Fair Preview! It was without question our favorite issue we have ever printed! Sullivan Cattle Company was once again on our front and back covers.
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2015 Summer Spotlight - Supreme Female 2015 American Royal - Grand Champion % Simmental 2015 NAILE - Grand Champion SimSolution 2016 Jordan Mack Memorial - Supreme Female 2016 Hereford Jr. National - Supreme Horned Female 2016 SD Summer Spotlight - Supreme Female
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2015 NAILE - Grand Champion Limousin 2016 NWSS - Grand Champion LimFlex 2016 OYE - Supreme Purebred
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2016 American Royal - Supreme Female - Grand Champion Angus 2016 Angus Jr. National - Supreme Female 2016 Indiana State Fair - Supreme Female
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AK-SAR-BEN Ross Hoefling WORLD BEEF EXPO PROSPECT Mikaela Kinning WORLD BEEF EXPO MARKET Jaynie L. Ferrari
SOUTH DAKOTA STATE FAIR Tate Bergh NEBRASKA STATE FAIR Brendon Hauxwell GEORGIA NATIONAL FAIR Presley Manley
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STATE FAIR OF TEXAS MARKET Laurel Kelley STATE FAIR OF TEXAS PROSPECT Sydney Jenkins KANSAS STATE FAIR Shilo Schaake
STATE FAIR OF VIRGINIA FEEDER Hailey Cox KILE MARKET Julie Policz
FALL CATTLEMEN'S CLASSIC PROSPECT Harper Henney FAYETTE COUNTY Rachael Rogers
TULSA STATE FAIR MARKET Seth Tucker TULSA STATE FAIR PROSPECT Brandon Coontz AMERICAN ROYAL Olivia Caldwell
RILEY ROUND UP FOR MS Mason Ewing NAILE Bayley Kroupa MICHIGAN WINTER CLASSIC Allisa Boersen
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NILE STOCK SHOW Kobi Franklin
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KILE PROGRESS Julianna Darr
MINNESOTA BEEF EXPO Truman Chamness MINER COUNTY Tate Bergh HENRY CO. THANKSGIVING CLASSIC Curtis Harsh
COBY CLASSIC Deanna Arbucci HOOSIER BEEF CONGRESS Harper Henney
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AGR HOLIDAY CLASSIC RING A Ashtin Guyer
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AGR HOLIDAY CLASSIC RING B Ashtin Guyer CHRISTMAS CLASSIC Katia Volosin BADGER KICK-OFF CLASSIC Olivia Caldwell
NATIONAL WESTERN STOCK SHOW MARKET Macey Goretska NATIONAL WESTERN STOCK SHOW PROSPECT Ashtin Guyer IOWA BEEF EXPO Macey Goretska
ILLINOIS BEEF EXPO Olivia Caldwell ARIZONA NATIONAL MARKET Tommy Glover ARIZONA NATIONAL PROSPECT Berkley Bird
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FORT WORTH STOCK SHOW Jagger Horn SAN ANTONIO Tristan Hilmes PENNSYLVANIA FARM SHOW Tyler Mattocks
SIOUX EMPIRE FARM SHOW B\Chesney Effling WESTERN BONANZA RING A Brody Leo
RED WAVE CLASSIC Brody Leo JACKRABBIT MEMORIAL RING A Ben Bravard
CLARK COUNTY RING A Elizabeth Heintz CLARK COUNTY RING B Elizabeth Heintz MADISON COUNTY RING A Curtis Harsh MADISON COUNTY RING B Dalton Line WAR AT WARREN RING A Adam Widman WAR AT WARREN RING B Adam Widman
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JACKRABBIT MEMORIAL RING B Colton Kleinschmidt
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WESTERN BONANAZ RING B Brody Leo
MIDWEST SHOWDOWN RING A Cheyanne Bowman MIDWEST SHOWDOWN RING B Ashtin Guyer GIBSON COUNTY PREVIEW SHOW Dalton Line JORDAN MACK MEMORIAL Jacob Hojer
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KENTUCKY BEEF EXPO Kayla Morrow
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MSU AGR PREVIEW SHOW Brennen Meert PURDUE PREVIEW SHOW Elizabeth Heintz VCCP WINTER CLASSIC Brennen Meert Blackout Jackpot 4 Austin Reitzenstein
HOUSTON Aspen Martin OYE Baylor Bonham RODEO AUSTIN Anna Grace Bourgeois
SAN ANGELO Rebecca Andrews ARKANSAS STATE FAIR Dodge Cowart REDBIRD RUMBLE Ashtin Guyer
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CYCLONE CLASSIC Keaton Otto SPRING SHOWDOWN Keaton Otto MCCA BATTLE OF THE BREEDS Kayla Morrow
BUCKEYE CLASSIC RING A Lori Millenbaugh BUCKEYE CLASSIC RING B Abigail Myers
OKLAHOMA BEEF EXPO RING B Elizabeth Pack
MICHIGAN BEEF EXPO Alissa Boerson OHIO BEEF EXPO Kendra Gabriel U OF I SPRING SHOWDOWN RING A Ashtin Guyer U OF I SPRING SHOWDOWN RING B Olivia Caldwell
CLAYTON "BUD" CALKINS MEMORIAL Jarrett Wagner BURT COUNTY PREVIEW Derek Reardon EMPIRE STATE BEEF CLASSIC Jennifer Hoelscher
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OKLAHOMA BEEF EXPO PROSPECT Baylor Bonham
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OKLAHOMA BEEF EXPO RING A Julia Frye
BUCKLES, BANNERS & BUCKS Kayla Morrow PREMIER SHOWDOWN Brennen Meert GREEN & GOLD SHOWDOWN Austin Reitzenstein
GREAT LAKES SHOWDOWN Ross Howard
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DECATUR CATTLE BATTLE Andrew Jarck KSU KICKOFF SHOW Kayla Morrow STEERS & STRIPES RING A Kayla Morrow STEERS & STRIPES RING B Kayla Morrow
PIONEER SHOWDOWN RING A Tori Crisp PIONEER SHOWDOWN RING B Tori Crisp HUNTINGTON SPRING PREVIEW Olivia Caldwell NORTHERN EXPOSURE Jake Nikkel NORTHERN CLASSIC Reece Howard CARROLL COUNTY PREVIEW Reece Howard
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WIU HOOF & HORN Olivia Caldwell CALIFORNIA STATE FAIR Carley Wheeler CHAROLAIS JR. NATIONAL MARKET Shelly Rowlett
CHAROLAIS JR. NATIONAL PROGRESS Isom Marstonm ANGUS JR. NATIONAL Adam Miller MAINE-ANJOU JR. NATIONAL PROSPECT Chancee Clark
CHIANINA JR. NATIONAL PROGRESS Gall NAJRAE Brady Edge LIMOUSIN JR. NATIONAL PROGRESS Collin Ochsner LIMOUSIN JR. NATIONAL PROSPECT Tucker Parkinson
MINI HEREFORD JR. NATIONAL Paisley Lautner HEREFORD JR. NATIONAL Nick & Austin Deppe EASTERN REGIONAL ANGUS Cody Boden
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MAINE-ANJOU JR. NATIONAL PROGRESS Alee Maronde
WESTERN REGIONAL ANGUS Nathan Tixeira SHORTHORN JR. NATIONAL PUREBRED Brerren Stope SHORTHORN JR. NATIONAL PLUS William O'Sullivan SHORTHORN JR. NATIONAL PROSPECT Cameron Catrett
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SIMMENTAL JR. NATIONAL Kinnick Paulsen
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SIMMENTAL SOUTH CENTRAL REGIONALS Blair Vohs SIMMENTAL WESTERN REGIONAL Tyann Tellefson LOWLINE JR. NATIONAL FULLBLOOD Cassie Well LOWLINE JR. NATIONAL PERCENTAGE Zoe Walker ABC SUMMER BONANZA Jason Baust CANADA'S RICHEST YOUTH Toby Noble JAMES FLACH MEMORIAL Lauren Burris
PERFECT STORM Brady Linell INDIANA STATE FAIR Cayde Selke ILLINOIS STATE FAIR Lucas Wisnefski
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IOWA STATE FAIR Tomi Rodgers COLORADO STATE FAIR Julia Frye WISCONSIN STATE FAIR Tori Crisp
MISSOURI STATE FAIR Bryana Binkley OHIO STATE FAIR MARKET Brooke Egbert
MINNESOTA STATE FAIR Thomas Netzke
TRI-STATE ROYAL Kaylee Camblin
WE WOULD LIKE TO THANK EVERY PHOTOGRAPHER THAT SENT US SHOW RESULTS AND PHOTOS THIS PAST YEAR! EACH ISSUE WOULD NOT BE POSSIBLE WITHOUT YOU!
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SOUTH DAKOTA SUMMER SPOTLIGHT Talli Heim
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OHIO STATE FAIR PROSPECT Lauren Schulte
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AKSARBEN Sara Sullivan WORLD BEEF EXPO JR. Sarah Lillesand WORLD BEEF EXPO OPEN Sarah Lillesand
SOUTH DAKOTA STATE FAIR Chesney Effling NEBRASKA STATE FAIR Jami Hoblyn GEORGIA NATIONAL FAIR Austin Floyd
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KANSAS STATE FAIR Andrew Hodges STATE FAIR OF VIRGINIA Robert Nixon KILE JR. Shelby Stabler
KILE OPEN Shelby Stabler FALL CATTLEMEN'S CLASSIC 2014 FALL CATTLEMEN'S CLASSIC 2015
FAYETTE COUNTY FALL SHOW 2015
AMERICAN ROYAL HEREFORD/SUPREME Lauren May AMERICAN ROYAL ANGUS William Harsh AMERICAN ROYAL AOB Becca Chamberlin AMERICAN ROYAL CHAROLAIS Kalli Ellis AMERICAN ROYAL SHORTHORN Lillie Skiles AMERICAN ROYAL LIMOUSIN Mason Walker
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TULSA STATE FAIR Kiera Stehr
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FAYETTE COUNTY FALL SHOW 2014 Abigail Jacks
AMERICAN ROYAL SIMMENTAL Miranda Raithel AMERICAN ROYAL % SIMMENTAL Chesney Effling AMERICAN ROYAL MAINE-ANJOU Dalton Line AMERICAN ROYAL MAINETAINER Emily Thorson
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AMERICAN ROYAL BEEF BUILDER Anna Gaddy RILEY ROUND UP FOR MS Kiley Klas NAILE MAINETAINER/ SUPREME Sara Sullivan NAILE ANGUS Maddy Udell
NAILE AOB Shelby Griffith NAILE CHAROLAIS Sarah Lillesand NAILE SHORTHORN Sara Sullivan
NAILE SHORTHORNPLUS Caitlyn Skiles NAILES LIMOUSIN Colt Cunningham NAILE MAINE-ANJOU Maci Chamberlin
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NAILE HEREFORD Lauren May NAILE CHIANINA Vada Vickland NAILE CHIANGUS Lillie Skiles
NAILE SIMMENTAL Andrew Meier NAILE SIMSOLUTION Chesney Effling MICHIGAN WINTER CLASSIC Sterling Reichenbach
MINER COUNTY Tyler Busch
HOOSIER BEEF CONGRESS Kallie Knott AGR HOLIDAY CLASSIC RING A Lindsey Pugh CHRISTMAS CLASSIC Aribella Beins
BADGERKICK-OFF CLASSIC Kenton Lain WESTERN NUGGET POLLED HEREFORD Piper Colyer WESTERN NUGGET HORNED HEREFORD Hunter Alexander
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HENTRY COUNTY THANKSGIVING CLASSIC Hayley Jarck
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MINNESOTA BEEF EXPO Shayna DeGroot
NWSS ANGUS Leslie Rogers NWSS BALANCER Aidan Raab NWSS CHAROLAIS Claire Trennepohl
NWSS LIMFLEX Colt Cunningham NWSS MAINE-ANJOU Mason Walker
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NWSS COMPOSITE Carlee Clark NWSS CHIANINA Vada Vickland NWSS GELBVIEH Aidan Raab
NWSS OPTIMIZER Kaylie Rian McKay NWSS SALERS Taylor Goering NWSS RED ANGUS Paige VanDyke
NWSS SHORTHORN Sara Sullivan NWSS SHORTHORNPLUS Kane Aegerter NWSS SIMMENTAL Tanner Howey
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NWSS HORNED HEREFORD Cole Moore NWSS POLLED HEREFORD Sara Sullivan NWSS LIMOUSIN Ashlee Corns
NWSS % SIMMENTAL Sara Sullivan NWSS PROSPECT FEEDER Taylor Dorsey NWSS PROSPECT BREEDING Nalaney Guyer
ILLINOIS BEEF EXPO Nalaney Guyer
FWSS ANGUS Calli West FWSS CHAROLAIS Brecken Shipman FWSS HEREFORD NKiley Kias
FWSS POLLED HEREFORD Harley Rogers FWSS LIMOUSIN Culpepper FWSS MAINE-ANJOU Max Hinsley
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IOWA BEEF EXPO Maddy Udell
FWSS OTHER RECORDED Kendra Elder FWSS SANTA GERTRUSIS Landon Stem FWSS SIMBRAH Melanie Evans
FWSS SIMMENTAL Morgan Culpepper SAN ANTONIO Mason Leifeste
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SIOUX EMPIRE FARM SHOW Jorli Hauge WESTERN BONANZA RING A Megan Ashbrook WESTERN BONANZA RING B Megan Ashbrook RED WAVE CLASSIC Charlize Guess JACKRABBIT MEMORIAL RING A Maddy Udell JACKRABBIT MEMORIAL RING B Maddy Udell
CLARK COUNTY CATTLE BATTLE Caitlin Schaub MADISON COUNTY WINTER CLASSIC Kathy Lehman WAR AT WARREN RING A Taylor Morbitzer
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griculture has always been a mainstay in Alan Miller's life. Starting with a base of Angus cattle his grandfather, Adam Schlipf, started in the 1940s (that his father revitalized after his family's focus geared more towards crops in the 1960s), Adam has dedicated his life to the Angus breed and livestock industry as a whole. His passion for Angus started as a junior exhibitor where he established a love for competition and the Junior programs. During his Junior show career, he served on the National Junior Angus Association board of directors.
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Proven Queen 3026 - the foundation donor for Prairie View Farms. After graduating from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (U of I), the sky was the limit for PVF. Throughout the years, Alan's operation has produced high quality Angus cattle that have found great success in the show ring. Today, Alan along with his wife Theresa and children Amelia, Adam and Will continue on with the legacy that is Prairie View Farms. Like many others in the industry, Alan has made an impact through the combination of hard work and ambition. According to Alan, "The neat thing about the cattle business in my experience is that it provides opportunities where the only limiting factor is yourself." Alan has judged numerous state and national livestock shows, and has been active in the Illinois Angus Association as sale chairman. On a daily basis, he continues to give back to the industry that we all call home. •
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ďƒ’ Each issue of The Showtimes Magazine we induct new Hall of Fame members! These individuals are industry leaders. From showmen, breeders, business owners and judges, to an announcer, auctioneer and livestock show, the Hall of Fame represents excellence. It is a group of individuals that make a difference in our
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THE OFFICIAL LIVESTOCK PUBLICATION OF THE AMERICAN ROYAL.
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ince Lombardi once said, “The only place success comes before work is in the dictionary.” I have had many people reiterate this quote to me throughout my life, and I strive to keep it in my mind at all times. My name is Payton Dahmer, and I am a sophomore at Butler Community College in El Dorado, Kansas. Originally, I hail from the small town of Nevada, Missouri, where I grew up raising and showing hogs and sheep competitively, in addition to being highly active in both 4-H and FFA. I come from a family deeply rooted in the agriculture industry, so it was only natural that I take to it as well. At the age of 8, my dad pushed me to participate in the youth judging contest at our county fair, where little did I know, I would establish a passion that has carried me to where I am today. Over the course of the next several years, I was fortunate enough to spend countless hours on the road with both my 4-H and FFA judging teams, resulting in an AllAmerican title for me at the National 4-H contest, a team championship at the National Western Stock Show, and the opportunity to compete at the Royal Highland Show in Scotland.
Being at Butler has unquestionably been the best decision I have ever made. My seven teammates, all from every corner of the country, have become my second family, and I know that these friendships will last a lifetime. During our freshman year we were fortunate enough to have a great deal of success, both as a team and individually. However, all of that was just in preparation for what we knew really mattered; our national contests sophomore year.
As the great Lombardi said, there is no aspect in life where the reward of success can come without the work to earn it. At the top of each steno pad I open, I write his quote, to serve as encouragement to always strive for greatness. As I look to my future, I have big goals. I plan to transfer to a university following my time at Butler, and double major in Animal Science and Ag Business. As my time at Butler quickly comes to a close, I can’t help but be thankful for the many blessings I have been given. However, for now, it’s back to the grind of working tirelessly as we prepare to take on Louisville. •
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Winning the contest at the American Royal was truly one of the best days of my life, only because it meant that all those years of dedication had paid off. Certainly, there’s still room for improvement. With that being said, my teammates and I are all thirsty for success and know that we can’t become complacent after one win, as there are many other contests down the road. Without the unique coaching pair of Marcus and Taylor, I wouldn’t be where I am today. Their talents have served as a great force to teach and push me to be the best stockman I can be, but more importantly to be a better person. They have instilled the idea within me that there is nothing more important than winning with humility and losing with grace. In addition to both of these men, I personally would like to thank my 4-H coach, Marty Miller, for his many years of volunteering to my teammates and me. Along with him, Justin Rogers has served as an integral person in my ability to see livestock and has been a constant source of support. Last, but definitely not least, I want to thank my family for allowing me to do what I love and for raising me upon the idea that you must go out and chase the things you want in life.
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The eight of us made it back to Eldo this summer to begin what would be many long practices, late nights, and numerous sets of reasons given in order to be successful. Since then we have worked our tails off, and it was gratifying to see all our hard work pay off recently in Kansas City, where we were named the High Team Overall by winning every division at the American Royal. As for myself, I was fortunate enough to stand 4th in the Sheep/Goat division, 3rd in Hogs, 2nd in Cattle, and 1st in Reasons, resulting in being named the High Individual Overall.
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Growing up with a coach who attended Butler, in addition to many family friends, I was frequently exposed to the judging program and coaches there. When it came time to choose where I’d head to after graduating high school, I searched around, and Butler was quick to stand out as the place for me. Aside from the nationally recognized success of Butler judging teams, the morals, character, and knowledge of Marcus Arnold and Taylor Frank sold me on making the move to El Dorado.
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GRACIE RUSSELL
I started showing cattle when I was seven years old. My first calf was a ShorthornPlus heifer named Lucy, ever since then I have shown steers. Some of my favorite moments in the ring have been at the National Western Stock Show in Denver, including Reserve Grand Champion Market Steer in 2012 and Champion Intermediate Showman in 2014. Other highlights of my show career include Reserve Overall Market Steer at the Iowa State Fair in 2011 and winning Iowa Beef Expo in 2012. I am thankful for all of the memories I have gained and people I have met through showing cattle. It has definitely shaped me into who I am today. •
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y name is Gracie Russell. I grew up on a diversified row crop and livestock farm in Southwest Iowa. Rob and Julie Russell are my parents. I have a sister JaLynne, her husband Ben and nephew Grayson. I also have a brother, Keaton, his fiancé Paige and nephew Cohen. I enjoy spending time with all of my family and cherish the moments we have together. I am a Freshman at Iowa State University studying Agriculture Business and minor in Political Science. Following Iowa State, I would like to attend Drake University to attain my Ag Law Degree. Other than that, I am not sure what I want to do for a job or what my future holds for a career. When I am not working on calves or working on homework, I love spending time with my friends and participating in other various activities at Iowa State. I also enjoy playing tennis and watching Netflix. I have been involved in the livestock industry since I was three years old when my sister started showing. I loved to go out and help her and my brother with their animals, even though I’m sure I was a bother to them. I appreciated them letting me help because that it where my love and passion for cattle started. Since then, I have loved every aspect of it from raising cattle to buying them and showing them. I also enjoyed judging livestock in high school and have considered the judging team at ISU when I am an upperclassman.
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Stay tuned at midnight on New Year's Eve for the release of our January/ February 2017 10th Anniversary Edition! It will be something you won't want to miss. The Showtimes is our Disneyland. An outlet to push the limits and take the livestock industry where it has never been before. We invite you to enjoy and be a part of the ride! •
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omething BIG is coming. As I write this, we are exactly 65 days out from the ball dropping into 2017. January will be a milestone for The Showtimes as it marks our 10th Anniversary! Kenny Chesney's song "Don't Blink" comes to mind. It feels like just yesterday Brian, Laurie and I were tackling the idea of starting a Junior Livestock Magazine. We were blind to the fact that our passion for the livestock industry would lead us to where we are today. I have seen how every person has a story and a purpose. And when driven by passion and for the right reasons, anything is possible.
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SALE DATE: JANUARY 15, 2017 JEFF GRAHAM 806.790.9820
DON FORBES 806.759.8837
RICH HANNUM 610.308.9103
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A AGR Holiday Classic........................................91 AGR Preview Show...........................................98 All I Want For Christmas Sale ......................189 American Royal ................................................79 Andis ..................................................................25
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Badger Kick-Off Classic...................................92 Barber Ranch...................................................306 Big Whiskey Cattle Company ...........................6 Bill Rogers Classic ............................................83 Blackout Jackpot 5 .......................................87,88 Bremer Show Cattle..........................................55 Burke Show Cattle ..........................................301 C Caldwell-Willoughby Online Sales .......198,199 Campbell Cattle Co. .........................................36 Campbell Cattle Company...............................41 Cattle Visions ...............................46,47,48,49,50 Cedar Fiber, David Blach...............................214 CK Cattle ...........................................................73 Cottonwood Sharpening .................................33 Cover-All Signs .....180, 181, 208, 209, 278, 279
Friends in Low Places Sale ............................305 Frye Sisters Show Cattle ..................................69 G Girls Gone Wild..................................................6 Glamour Girls ..............................................38,39 Golden Flo .........................................................56 Gray Show Cattle .........................................30,31 Green & Gold Showdown ...............................86 Griswold Cattle...........................................Cover H Hamilton Photography ..................................213 Heart of it All ....................................................80 Hereford Heaven Online Sale .........................18 Hoosier Beef Congress.....................................82 Hoosier Thanksgiving Classic.........................90 Horn Livestock ............................................18,19 Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo.................29 J Jackson Cattle Company.............................38,39 Jensen Livestock Agency..................................33 Jordan Mack Memorial....................................94
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Kopp Land & Livestock ...................................36
E Electric Cleaner Company...............................74 F Fall Bullnanza Online Sale...............................18 Females & Fellas of Fall....................................55 First Choice Online Sales...................................9 Focus Marketing Group...................................58 Forbes & Graham ...........................................300
L L. Graham Photography...................................34 Legacy Livestock Imaging .............................215 Linde's Livestock Photos ...............................215 Lodestar............................................................188 Long-Hall Cattle Co. ........................................37 LubriSyn.............................................................54 Lucky Strike Show Cattle............................26,27 M Matt Lowery Auctioneer..................................33 Mid Continent Farms ..............................69,IBC Midwest Showdown .........................................84
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Show Photo by Katina....................................214 ShowChampions.............................................213 ShowTime Cattle Company.............................72 SimSolutions .....................................................49 Smoke Leads to Fire .........................................48 Sneak~A~Peek Preview...................................85 Sniper .................................................................72 Steck Cattle ..........................................................7 Steers & Stripes .................................................96 Sullivan Supply.................................................4,5 Sunglo ..............................................................200 Supreme Trailer Sales .....................................191 Sure Champ .......................................................71 T T/R Cattle Company...............................186,187 The Holiday Lights .........................................306 The Old West Cedarmill ................................213 The Silver Steer..................................................51 Thomas and Son Farm ...................................222 Transwest ...........................................................57 Tree Lane Farms ..........................................16,17 Tres Rios ..........................................................207 Triple Threat Online Sale ...........................18,19 Tru-Test ...........................................................293 U Udell Cattle Company........................................6 W W-W Livestock Systems ..................................70 Wahl .................................................................212 Weaver Leather Livestock .................62,188,223 Western Bonanza..............................................81 Western Elite Female Sale................................13 Willow Springs Cattle Company.......................8 Winter Bonanza ................................................93 Y Yardley Cattle Company ....................................3
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Pacific Showcase .............................................215 Pearl's Pics .........................................................33 Plamp Farms ...................................................297 Pleasant Valley Farm ......................................222 Plendl Cattle Company ......................................6 Powell Cattle Co..................................................6 Prairie View Farms ........................................IFC Purina, Honor Show Chow......................69,185 Purple Circle ...................................................214 Purple Reign Cattle Company ........................35
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Oklahoma Bovine Genetics Fall Sale....202,203 OSU AGR Winter Bonanza.............................95 Oxy-Explosion ................................................206
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Barber’s 4th Annual Red & White
Holiday Lights
Saturday, December 10th 5:30 pm CST, Fort Worth, Texas
in the newly restored Historic Stockyards Sale Ring
WITH LIVE ENTERTAINMENT & HEREFORD FELLOWSHIP
ELITE SPRING 2016 HEREFORD SHOW HEIFER & DONOR PROSPECTS …daughters of Sooner, Aventus, Full rottle, About Time & Catapult out of powerful donor dams such as Gabrielle 5082, Goldriel 3029 (Gabrielle’s dam) & full sisters 8130 (dam of Aventus & Anastasia) & 8051 ••••••••••••
AVEN AVENT TU US S S EMEN p l u s S ELE C T EM BRYO M AT I NGS
306
BR Elsa
Sooner x Goldriel 3029
Featuring the annual
BR Snow White
BR AVENTUS semen offering!
BR NITRO AVENTUS 3116 ET …pictured August 2016 at Barber Ranch His first daughters and his semen sell December 10th!
Family Owned & Operated Since 1904
SUPREME CHAMPION HEREFORD, DENVER 2016
About Time x Gabrielle 5082
Div. 1 Champion Polled Female, 2016 JNHE
Request your sale catalog from any of the Barbers or Dustin Layton. Text Holiday Lights to: 405.464.2455. Channing, Texas Ranch 806. 235.3692 Brett 806.681.2457 Justin 806.681.5528 Jason 817.718.5821 Terri 817.727.6107 barberranch@wildblue.net www.barberranch.com
Dustin N. Layton 405.464.2455 laytond@yahoo.com laytonauction.com
Jason Barber Superior Productions 817.718.5821 jbarber@superiorlivestock.com
National Champion Red Angus Heifer and Supreme Champion 2015 NILE Congratulations LeDoux Family & Rolling HIlls Simmentals
5th Overall Female & Champion Charolais 2016 Kansas State Fair
2016 Simmental Junior National Champion Percentage Female and Many time Champion Percentage Simmental & Supreme Heifer
CONGRATULATIONS NIKKEL FAMILY
CONGRATULATIONS NIKKEL FAMILY Supreme Heifer & Champion Charolais 2015 Kansas State Fair
CONGRATULATIONS HODGES FAMILY
Supreme Female and CH Charolais 2015 Kansas State Fair Supreme Sr. Female 2015 Kansas Beef Expo
CONGRATULATIONS HODGES FAMILY
Supreme Female Tenn. Agribition Champion % Simmental
CONGRATULATIONS MEIER FAMILY
MCF Bohannon 305A - Reg# EM835382 46th National Champion Charolais Bull Owned With: Ridder Farms, C&H Farms and Dismukes Ranch Sold in our Fall Female Sale
Many time Champion Composite Charolais & 3rd Overall Heifer 2015 Kansas State Fair
CONGRATULATIONS RUSK FAMILY
3rd Overall Female & Champion % Simmental 2016 Kansas State Fair - 3rd Overall KSU AGR Show
Res Champion Simmental 2016 Kansas State Fair and KJLS - Highest placing Kansas Female 2016 Junior Nationals
CONGRATULAIONS PRILL FAMILY
CONGRATULATIONS NIKKEL FAMILY
Champion Red Angus Female Illinois State Fair Jr Show, Res Divsions National Western and National Jr Show
CONGRATULATIONS LOCK FAMILY
Champion Percentage Simmental 2016 Nebraska State Fair
CONGRATULATIONS CLASON FAMILY