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Cultivate Your Mind Go For The Gold

by Chance Ujazdowski Every four years, the world’s most elite winter athletes compete in the famed Olympic games. Throughout our great country, Americans tune in for two weeks to cheer on the red, white and blue – even when the Games are on the opposite side of the globe. We find renewed excitement in a sport we haven’t seen since the previous Olympics. We revel in the stories of the athletes’ backgrounds and the host country’s history. We celebrate each medal, no matter the color, that our countrymen and women bring home. The Olympics unite us like no other sporting event can. As livestock producers, buyers and exhibitors, we should take a few lessons from the Olympic games and the competitors who make them famous. While we likely won’t land any product sponsorships or national TV time, we can all strive to be at the top of our games. Much like it does for the best athletes in the world, it will take practice, dedication and decision-making. Here are a few ways you can get to the spotlight like an Olympian.

Find Your Sport

Are you built for speed or distance, snow or ice, precision or power? One of your biggest and most important decisions will be choosing a direction. When selecting your program’s path, consider things like your facilities, your personal schedule, your access to economical feed, and your market availability. Ensure that your resources match up with your plans before you become too invested, and reevaluate periodically.

Dedicate Yourself

Every Olympic athlete shows persistent commitment to his or her sport. They complete countless training runs, giving them the experience to handle a variety of situations. They cooperate with coaches and teammates, allowing them to see their game from a different perspective. They press their personal limits, maximizing their potential for success. Imagine how your operation could benefit from similar actions.

Join A Team

What fan wasn’t rooting for the United States men’s curling team? I certainly was – and not because that’s the only sport I might be in good enough shape for. Team sport or individual, Olympians benefit greatly from the support and experience of their national teammates. The livestock industry is similar in many ways. Your fellow livestock enthusiasts can provide valuable insight, connections and motivation. Fortunately, you can join countless teams to increase your network: state associations, breeders groups, show clubs and more.

Trust The Pros

Even the best athletes need help. To maximize achievement, they rely on managers, trainers, equipment technicians and more. Your operation will benefit from doing the same. Nutritionists, hoof trimmers and veterinarians will optimize your animals’ health. Photographers, fitters and graphic designers can provide you with a professional look. Coaches, mentors and even parents offer experience-based knowledge and hands-on learning opportunities. No matter your operation, there are professionals and seasoned veterans who can help you succeed.

If your animals are like ours, they are far from Olympic-level athletes. They need us to be at our best, so they can do the same.

Get Qualified

You’ll never be Cinderella if you don’t make it to the ball. So how are you going to get there? Set standards for your program to ensure you’re meeting your goals. Are your conception rates high enough? Are your feeders growing properly? Are you staying within your budget on show animals? Whenever possible, examine your progress to ensure you’re on track for a finish on the podium.

Be Adaptable

Alpine skier Mikaela Shiffrin set a goal of winning five gold medals in Pyeongchang, only to have the weather limit her competition to just three events. It happens, no matter how big the stage. Your plans will occasionally need to be adjusted, so be prepared. Build good relationships with your feed suppliers. Keep your calf jack in an accessible location. Know how to treat common illnesses or injuries. Be ready for anything.

Expand Your Horizons

Does the name Ester Ledecka sound familiar? She’s a Czech snowboarder who won 2018 gold – in alpine skiing. She then followed it up with a snowboard gold, becoming the first-ever to win gold in multiple sports. She increased her skill set, and her name will forever be etched in Winter Olympic history. There are many ways you can do the same: Test a new piece of equipment, research a new marketing avenue, or study materials on a production technique that interests you. If you think your operation would benefit from an added feature, give it a try. It might take your program to the next level. The 2018 Winter Olympics are in the books. All of the medals have been awarded, and all of the anthems have been played. For fans like me, it will be another four years until that many winter athletes congregate on my TV screen. For the athletes, though, their sporting season is still in full swing. Even when the competitions end, their focus will remain. By treating our livestock enterprises with such focus and dedication, we can propel ourselves towards that qualifying run – and maybe even a gold medal. s

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Supreme Champion Cow/Calf Pair Exhibited by Rocklin Farms - Rockbridge, IL Angus

Supreme Champion Heifer Exhibited by Whitney Walker - Prairie Grove, AR Low Percentage Simmental

Supreme Champion Heifer - Junior Show Exhibited by Whitney Walker - Prairie Grove, AR

Grand Champion Market Steer Exhibited by Lacey Schmitz - Oakes, ND

Grand Champion Prospect Steer Exhibited by Colby Sinclair - Cloverdale, IN

Reserve Supreme Champion Heifer - Junior Show Exhibited by Carter Hoge - Good Hope, IL

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Wisconsin Pork Association Presents Scholarships The Wisconsin Pork Association (WPA) recognized scholarship recipients during its annual meeting, held on February 1 in conjunction with the Corn/Soy Expo in Wisconsin Dells.

WPA Honors Producers, Industry Members The Wisconsin Pork Association recently recognized producers and industry members for their dedicated service at the 2018 Pork and Corn/Soy Expo, held February 1-2 in Wisconsin Dells.

WPA Scholarship Five finalists were selected for this scholarship, presented annually to high school seniors pursuing further education with an interest in agriculture. Emma Laufenberg of Waunakee was named the recipient of the $500 WPA Scholarship. Other finalists, awarded $250 each, were: Kaylin Gawlik, Junction City; Alexis Odermann, West Bend; Hailey Schulenberg, WPA President Jim Magolski (L) with Mount Horeb; and Brandon WPA Scholarship Recipients Laufenberg, Strupp, Hartford.

Producer Honoree Award The 2017 WPA Producer Service award was presented to Randy and Linda Kleven of Janesville. The Klevens are dedicated volunteers within the Wisconsin pork industry and have provided leadership in the Rock County Pork Producers and the WPA.

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Whitmore Memorial Scholarship The Whitmore Memorial Scholarship was established as a legacy to the late Rex Whitmore, who served as the first executive director of the WPA. Applicants for this scholarship must be a junior or senior at UW-Madison, UW-Platteville or UW-River Falls. Each university selects a candidate to represent its school in the selection of the scholarship. The $500 scholarship was awarded to Sarah Strathman, a UW-Platteville junior majoring in animal science with a livestock production emphasis. UWRF senior Tiffany Bruhn and UWMadison junior Erica Thomas were each awarded a $250 Whitmore Memorial Scholars scholarship. Bruhn, Strathman and Thomas

Gunderson Memorial Scholarship The WPA, in cooperation with the family of Buell Gunderson, established a scholarship program in 2007 to recognize the many contributions that Buell Gunderson made to the Wisconsin pork industry. Individuals who have shown considerable dedication and involvement to the pork industry are eligible for this scholarship. The 2018 recipient is Curtis Diedrich of Hortonville. Diedrich is currently enrolled at the UWMadison Farm and Industry Short Course and plans to Gunderson Memorial Scholar Diedrich grow his swine herd upon with WPA President Jim Magolski completion. Fredrich Memorial Scholarship New in 2018, the Fredrich Memorial Scholarship honors Clarence Fredrich and is offered to students in Walworth, Racine and Kenosha counties. It was awarded through funding from the Southeast Wisconsin Pork Producers. Justin Ehrhart of Union Grove and Makalyn Peterson of Walworth were both awarded a $1000 scholarship. Emily Kruse of Elkhorn received a $750 scholarship.

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Industry Honoree Award At his recent retirement party, Zen Miller was presented with the WPA’s 2017 Industry Honoree award. Through his work with UWEX, PQA and more, Miller has long been a resource to livestock producers in his county and across the state. Agri-Communicator Neil DeBuse received the WPA Agri-Communicator award for his efforts in ag industry communications. DeBuse is the founder, owner, and president of Minnesota Swine Reproduction Center, LLC, a swine-specific veterinary consulting firm. Distinguished Public Service Secretary Sheila Harsdorf was presented the 2017 Distinguished Public Service Award. This award recognizes a legislator who provides outstanding support to the pork industry.

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WPA Welcomes Students Into Mentor Program Three Wisconsin students will participate in the WPA’s Pork Mentorship Program this year. The program focuses on career development and is designed to expand students’ knowledge of the swine industry and provide opportunities to network with pork industry leaders, identify career goals, and create valuable connections with potential employers. Elizabeth Ries of Lomira, Shelby Veum of Stoughton, and Caitlyn Wileman of Janesville are this year’s participants in the pork mentorship program. Contact the Wisconsin Pork Association at 608-723-7551 or mmasters@wppa.org for more information on this program or to learn how you can become involved. Taste of Elegance Auctions Raise Over $14,000 More than $11,000 will be invested in Wisconsin Pork Association youth programs and scholarships as a result of the annual pie and silent auctions held during the 2018 Taste of Elegance reception. An additional $3600 was raised during a live auction to support additional WPA programming. For a full list of contributors, visit the Wisconsin Pork Association online at wppa.org. s

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The Other Side of the Fence Small Town Throwdown by Garret Carnahan

I want to start by giving a quick update on Clyde. My lady fans will be plenty excited to hear that I’m single again. With the girlfriend out of the picture, I had to make a decision on what to do with “our” horse. Initially, I figured I would keep him. That way, if one of my future ex-girlfriends were an equine fanatic, I wouldn’t have to buy another. If that was going to happen, though, I had better be sure I could ride him. Long story short, I got bucked off twice more, and now I have a horse for sale. Turns out that I’m not much of a cowboy after all. Clyde or no Clyde, though, I occasionally feel like I’m living in the days of Wyatt Earp. Possessing a quick wit and a sharp tongue now is a lot like having a fast trigger finger and deadly aim back in the Wild West. My pals are always willing to laugh along and tip a few back, and most people understand that it’s usually in good fun. But every now and then, some young gunslinger wants to put me to the test. Now, I’m no instigator – but if you point your pistol in my direction, you can bet I’ll return the favor. It seems that out-of-towners are the worst offenders. Here in Cal-Co, we have Lake Winnebago to the west, which limits our proximity to everyone from across the water for about ten months out of the year. During those other two months, the lake is frozen enough to travel across, and the trails open. That’s when our new neighbors come riding into town with posses in tow and points to prove. When west meets east, it occasionally turns ugly, especially when one party lacks the ability to think something without saying it out loud. That’s my specialty. My fieriest incident came a couple years ago. As I remember it, my buddies and I were sitting at the bar with glasses in hand when the doors swung open – much like those old saloon doors you see in western movies, only without the creaky hinges – and a boot-laden crew stomped in. In this situation, the smart move is

always to keep looking straight ahead. But, really, how many smart moves are made from a barstool? I turned around to see a group of strangers. One of them – the lone lady, if I can call her that – marched right over and said she knew me. Well, yeah. I’m the Big Deal. Of course you know me. I told her she didn’t look familiar, and she responded by asking why I look so cocky and arrogant all the time – and telling me I should’ve never turned around when they walked into the bar. Settle down, folks. I wasn’t about to fight a girl. A few drinks later, though, she came back for more and brought her boyfriends along. One of them got in my face real close, so I asked if he wanted a kiss. That may have been something I should’ve kept to myself, but the first shot had officially been fired. So he popped me in the nose while his buddy simultaneously knocked me over the head. If you love Bonanza like I do, you can imagine what happened next. Let’s just say this: Barstools, bodies and beer were flying everywhere. Before long, I was lying in the corner getting the ol’ two-step on my rib cage. I could hear the barkeep yelling from the top of the bar, “Get off of Garret!” I think that was her version of a warning shot. She kicked those west-siders out before any more of my DNA got scattered around the joint. I may not be as strong as Hoss or quick like Little Joe, but I am well liked in my local establishments! When the smoke cleared, we did some reflecting. Broken neon, bent coat hangers, and a busted dartboard littered the bar. All because I couldn’t keep my mouth shut! Or maybe it’s because I always look so cocky? Either way, you’re going to have things like that in a small farming community. It makes me wonder, though... If all these people want to treat me like a cowboy, maybe I should keep the horse? Nah. s

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by Madeline Bode

Most days, the man in my life that I call ‘my cowboy’ is just like the one in old western movies who rides into town and steals hearts - or at least some version of it. He’s comforting, supportive, and compassionate. Other days, he’s more like that old trail boss who has been in the saddle for too long: Rough, tough, a little grumpy, and a lot stinky. Maybe you haven’t found the cowboy of your dreams, or maybe yours is more of the trail boss type. Have no fear! There is always a reliable Cowboy Cookie in which you can find comfort. Cowboy Cookies

Ingredients 1 cup shortening 1 tsp salt 1 cup brown sugar 2 cups flour 1 cup white sugar 1 cup oatmeal 2 eggs 1 cup Rice Krispies 1 tsp soda 1 cup chocolate chips 1/2 tsp baking powder 1/2 cup nuts (optional)

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees. • Cream the shortening, brown sugar and white sugar. • Add eggs. Mix well.

• Add all remaining ingredients. Mix well. • Bake at 350 degrees for 8 to 10 minutes.

Personally, I think they’re better when slightly under-baked.

• Lay out on newspaper (or similar) to let cool. What’s better than a cowboy? A Cowboy Cookie, of course! s

Schedule of Events

April

Matt Cherney Showpigs Bid Board Sale Brant Farms Genetic Balance Sale Wisconsin Angus Breeders Futurity Sale St. Croix Valley Bull Test Sale Black River Falls Spring Thaw UW-Platteville Pioneer Showdown (Cattle) Heartland Simmentals Performance With Class Sale UW Saddle & Sirloin Badger Bonanza Lamb Show

May

UW-River Falls Prospect Weekend Central Wisconsin Spring Fling UW-Platteville Pioneer Showdown (Hogs, Lambs, Goats) AGR Northstar Showdown

June & Beyond

April 7 April 14 April 21 April 21 April 21-22 April 27-28 April 28 April 29

at the farm - LaValle, WI at the farm - Hinckley, MN Jackson County Fairgrounds - Black River Falls, WI UW-River Falls Mann Valley Farm - River Falls, WI Jackson County Fairgrounds - Black River Falls, WI Grant County Fairgrounds - Lancaster, WI Waverly Livestock Auction - Waverly, IA Arlington Public Events Center - Arlington, WI

May 5-6 May 11-12 May 20 May 26-27

Pierce County Fairgrounds - Ellsworth, WI Waushara County Fairgrounds - Wautoma, WI Grant County Fairgrounds - Lancaster, WI Goodhue County Fairgrounds - Zumbrota, MN

Valley Beef Premier Show June 1-2 WLBA Spring Preview Show June 2 Wisconsin Hereford Association Spring Jackpot Show June 3 World Livestock Auctioneer Championship June 9 Wisconsin State FFA Convention June 11-14 Wisconsin Shorthorn Association State Show June 17 National Junior Shorthorn Show June 26 - July 1 American Junior Simmental National Classic July 2-7 50th National Junior Angus Show July 7-13 Wisconsin Farm Technology Days Jule 10-12 Wisconsin State Fair August 2-12 Upper Peninsula State Fair August 13-19 14

Outagamie County Fairgrounds - Seymour, WI Jefferson County Fairgrounds - Jefferson, WI Jefferson County Fairgrounds - Jefferson, WI Bloomington Livestock Exchange - Bloomington, WI Alliant Energy Center - Madison, WI Lodi Ag Fairgrounds - Lodi, WI Alliant Energy Center - Madison, WI Minnesota State Fairgrounds - St. Paul, MN Alliant Energy Center - Madison, WI Wood County - Marshfield, WI Wisconsin State Fair Park - West Allis, WI U.P. State Fairgrounds - Escanaba, MI

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Friday, June 1st

Youth Fitting Contest - 7 pm

Saturday, June 2nd

Show Begins - 8 am Heifers (Open Show) Peewee Showmanship Steers (Junior Show) Showmanship

Outagamie County Fairgrounds Seymour, Wisconsin

Scholarships | Premiums | Prizes Silent Auction | Raff les

June 1 & 2 Entries accepted until time of check-in. Forms and information available on our website.

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Thank You

SOLD TO NEBRASKA

TO OUR BUYERS, BIDDERS AND PARTNERS

SOLD TO MINNESOTA

SOLD TO IOWA GRAND CHAMPION AJSA WESTERN REGIONAL

Congratulations Beins Family!

RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION - FL STATE FAIR

Congratulations Martin Family!

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OPEN HEIFERS and HERD BULLS available now Call to schedule a visit

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Selling 60 Hand Selected Lots! Productive Cow Calf Pairs • Bred Heifers Show Heifers • Service Age Bulls Sale Sponsored by: Wisconsin Angus Association Sale Chairmen: Cody Quam 608/575-9237 mardaangusfarm@gmail.com Bart Mitchell 608/553-8070 I Jeff Berget 608/726-1726 For your free reference sale booklet, contact anyone in the office of the Sale Managers, TOM BURKE, KURT SCHAFF, JEREMY HAAG, AMERICAN ANGUS HALL OF FAME at the WORLD ANGUS HEADQUARTERS, Box 660, Smithville, MO 64089. Phone 816/532-0811. Fax 816/532-0851. Email: angushall@earthlink.net • www.angushall.com

2018 World Livestock Auctioneer Championship

Join us in Southwest Wisconsin for this historic event.

Host Market

Date

BLOOMINGTON SATURDAY, JUNE 9 LIVESTOCK EXCHANGE

Consign Cattle

CALL 608.994.2020 WLAC Sale will be a consignment sale only. Consignments are due Saturday, May 26. No drive-in cattle will be allowed on sale day. Bloomington Livestock Exchange :: 9663 Cty Hwy A Bloomington, Wisconsin :: 608.994.2020 :: bloomingtonlivestock.com