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New Year Edition | February 2015
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AWard Winning SALeRing by
Michael& kAREN searle It is hard to believe we are nearly two months into 2015. While this is the first time we have had the chance to say Happy New Year, it is hardly a “New” year! 2015 is moving swiftly. There have already been many shows throughout the region and the Spring Fair season is upon us. On the national scale, the year finished up with stiff competition at Arizona Nationals. Competition stayed hot at Denver and is strong at San Antonio and of course, exhibitors from around the country will be scrambling for top honors in Houston before we know it. Arizona Kicks off our 2015 fair season with La Paz County Fair in mid-March and goes almost weekly through early May when the Verde Valley Fair will wrap up the Arizona fair run before heat sets in. At each show, for every exhibitor, winning will be the ultimate goal. With animals trimmed and fitted, exhibitors will step into the showring to show their talents as they push for points, perfection, dominance and of course, the title. Maybe Grand is in your future, a win, a success! We wish you the best of luck.
We also want to remind you that it’s great to win but winning with grace is grand. Throughout this issue of the SaleRing you will find results from shows. Those that have taken top honors are noted. They are celebrating their victory. But what about those that found their day in the show ring more trying? Those that were further down in their class? Those that held back tears as they drove all those miles back home? Remember, they are your competitors but they are also your friends, that on a different day, with a different judge, you could be the one wishing you had won. Don’t let that diminish your win but win with grace. Be sure to celebrate your victories but be sure to reach out your hand to your fellow competitors. A shake of your hand will encourage them to stay the course, to work and hone their skills and to come back to the ring with a champion title in their eyes. Do the same yourself; today is a win, tomorrow is a new ring, a new judge, a new challenge. Sincerely,
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PROMOting YOUR MARKEt ANimal PROJECt
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A research study was conducted at the Trinity County Fair in Tennessee regarding the buyers’ letters that were sent out by 500 4-H youth to over 2,000 buyers. Before we begin writing our letters, we can learn a lot from this research study: • Content of the letter: 80% wanted to read about the youth’s history and the raising of the animal • Pictures: 80% wanted a picture of the animal and the youth • Handwritten or typed: 60% said it does not matter as long as it is personal • Form Letters: 60% did not like form letters, they wanted a personal letter • Length of the letter: 40% said at least one page, 40% said it does not matter as long as it is not to short • Do you remember the best letter you have received? 25% liked humor, 25% liked the letter addressed to them by name and appreciated a FEBRUARY 2015
letter that showed a lot of work went into the project, 25% liked little cartoons of the animal with a hand written letter, and 25% liked a full page letter that focused on the exhibitor that included a picture. THE BUYERS LETTER • Know your potential buyer: Title, use first and last names • Information about yourself: Name, age, school, 4-H Club, years in your project (When buyers get to the fair this information helps them make a connection with you.) • Give them information about your project: Breed of your animal, name of the animal, target final weight, your feeding program, what you hope to accomplish, goals, etc. • The fair dates: Let the buyer know the dates and location of the fair, show, and auction. Invite them to the fair to watch you show your animal. You can also include a livestock schedule with your letter.
• Tell them how they can participate as a buyer: This is important if they are a first time buyer. Providing potential buyers with all the necessary information this will make it easier for them to participate. • Inform them where they can get more information: People often have questions that you have not answered in your buyer’s letter. This provides a way for them to contact you to get answers to their questions. Include a phone number and e-mail address. • Thank them for previous participation if they are a buyer from a previous year: If you do this, it may motivate the buyer to come back and bid again. It lets them know you appreciate them taking the time to come to the fair. • Personalize the letter: This is good because most buyers like letters that are signed by a real person and not photocopied. They also like their name on the letter - not “Dear Buyer.” The more individualized a letter is, the more likely a person is to read it. • Include a picture of you and your animal: This helps people connect with you. •
Make a copy of each buyer letter for your Record Book.
FOLLOW UP It is important to keep your buyers informed of you and your project animal’s progress. When the economy is slow, it is especially important to keep in touch with your buyers. Suggestions: • Business Cards • CD of pictures • Several postcards – pictures of you and your animal – Start early! THANK YOU It is very important to thank your buyer and other people who have helped you with your project throughout the year. You are required to send thank you letters to them after the fair before you receive the money for your animal. SUMMARY Livestock projects are more than just raising, feeding, showing, and selling the animal for the most money you can get at the fair. The project is about learning life skills and marketing yourself. The amount of effort and time YOU put into it will make all the difference.
Do’s and Do Not’s of Buyer’s Letters Do’s
Do Not’s
Write a rough draft and get your parents to proof read
Send your rough draft without having someone proofread it
Get the name, position title, and proper address of the contact
Never address a letter to “To Whom It May Concern” or “Dear Buyer”
Be personal, warm, and inviting
Use a cold short form letter
Use a proper greeting, such as: Dear Mr. Jones
Never address the person by first Name – “Dear Bob”
Check your spelling
Forget to use spell check
Be gracious: “Please” and “Thank you”
Never make demands-
Use “Sincerely” to close
Do not use Fondly, Regards, Keep it all business!
Sign your letter and include contact information
Forget to sign your letter and include contact information
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67th Annual Show Phoenix, Arizona December 26-31, 2014 “The Vacation Show”
67th Arizona National Livestock Show Huge Success The 67th ArizonaNational completed an extraordinary year with a 18 % increase in youth livestock exhibitors and 6 % increase in open participants, competing with their livestock, special events, and 51st Arizona National Horse Show. Both events this year had exceptionally beautiful weather with just a little rain at the end of the horse show for over 10,000 people to enjoy the events. This year several new events were added with the dedicated help of more than 300 volunteers and they included the Western Gala, Farm to Fork Reception, Skill-A-Thon, FFA Ag Mechanics Contest, The Market Turkey and Broiler Show, new Supreme Champion Market Selection, Cattlemen's Day, Team Fitting Contest, enhanced Open Cattle Supreme Bull & Female Selection along with the Cow Calf Selection and Outside the Show Ring Junior Family Experience Event. The New Pedigree Barrow Show, Pedigree Gilt Show and the Grand Canyon Classic Breeding Gilt Sale. Other great additions this year were the educational clinics provided by Show Rite Feeds, Linder Feeds, Sullivan Supply and Cattlemen's College brought to us by University of Arizona College of Agriculture and Life Sciences. There was something for everyone to enjoy from the young children in the Farm Experience to the adults enjoying the Chuck Wagon Cook Off, Livestock Shows and Cowboy Classics Western Art & Gear Show.
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67th Annual Show Phoenix, Arizona December 26-31, 2014 “The Vacation Show”
Arizona National Junior Market Auction Sets All Time Record!! Due to the efforts of many volunteers, a dedicated group of buyers and a strong commitment by Committee members directed under Co-Chairs Janel Rogers and Brenda Mayberry, this year's auction set an all-time record for gross sales. The December 30th sale featured 124 lots garnering $252,796.50 to smash past sale proceeds totals. This was a 36% increase over 2013 and showcased the best quality market entries raised and exhibited by high achieving young people from 25 states. The Top five Volume buyers included The Marley Foundation, Tom Chauncey, The Robert Kemper Corrigan Foundation, K & S Farms, and the Phoenix Barrow Boosters. FAST FACTS: • All time record for sale gross total at $252,796.50 on 124 lots • 36% Increase over last year! • Second highest price on record for Supreme Champion Market Hog at $28.50 per pound! • Record price for Market Goats with two goats selling for $50.00 per pound each!
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67th Annual Show Phoenix, Arizona December 26-31, 2014 “The Vacation Show”
Pedigree Barrow and Gilt Show Debuts with BIG Results !! More than 725 entries were received for this first ever NationalAffiliate Junior Swine show sanctioned and sponsored by theNational Swine Registry, the NationalJunior Swine Association and TEAM Purebred. Exhibitors from 18 states brought top quality genetics toArizona competing in the Market Barrow Show and Breeding GiltShows. BIG numbers and superior quality earmarked this historic event that will continue to grow. A major highlight included the Supreme Champion Barrow selling for $28.50 per pound and the First Annual Grand Canyon Classic Gilt Sale which secured $69,400.00 in gross sales on 28 lots averaging $2,478.57. The high selling gilt was a crossbred entry receiving a successful bid of $15,000.00
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2015 SAILA Junior Livestock Show March 14 & 15, 2015 Pima County Fairgrounds 11300 S. Houghton Rd. - Tucson, AZ 85747
SATURDAY MARCH 14TH Last show for 2014/2015 points season! 2 Rings - All 4 Species! Quiz Bowl! Livestock Judging! Junior Awards Banquet! Junior Dance! Raffles, Awesome Prizes, Tons of Fun!
SUNDAY MARCH 15TH First show for 2015/2016 points season! 2 Rings - All 4 Species! Quiz Bowl!
All Entries Must be Postmarked by March 5, 2015 Visit www.SAILASHOWS.com for more information, entry forms and updates.
TOP 5 BEEF HEIFERS
FEEDER/MARKET BEEF
1. Jackson Benedict - 156 Points
1. Haliee Sims - 142 Points
2. Alexis Cavanee - 83 Points
2. Larissa Lopez-Martinez - 72 Points
3. Cameron Larios - 79 Points
3. Blake Lackey - 69 Points
4. Tianna Valerio - 59 Points
4. Cameron Larios - 62 Points
5. Clayson Goodwin - 47 Points
5. Hannah Croft - 55 Points
JR. SHOWMANSHIP
SR. SHOWMANSHIP
1. Cameron Larios - 105 Points
1. Tianna Valerio - 154 Points
2. Hannah Croft - 84 Points
2. Hailee Sims - 129 Points
3. Kailee Zimmerman - 54 Points
3. Alexis Cavanee - 126 Points
4. Jackson Benedict - 78 Points
4. Larissa Lopez-Martinez - 121 Points
5. Tylynn Sullivan - 44 Points
5. Blake Lackey - 120 Points
Points are as of Feb. 25, 2015 and are subject to change.
Visit www.SAILASHOWS.com for more information, entry forms and updates.
TOP 5 GOATS BREEDING
FEEDER/MARKET GOATS
1. Preslee West - 69 Points
1. Hannah Harken - 175 Points
2. Jasmine Lorefice - 68 Points
2. Jasmine Lorefice - 133 Points
3. Brooke Lorefice - 62 Points
3. Brooke Lorefice - 127 Points
4. Lexi Hunt - 52 Points
4. Hannah Lauffenburger - 113 Points
5. Maci Stewart - 45 Points
5. Matt Lorefice - 99 Points
JR. SHOWMANSHIP
SR. SHOWMANSHIP
1. Lexi Hunt - 169 Points
1. Jasmine Lorefice - 162 Points
2. Allison Stickler - 168 Points
2. Brooke Lorefice - 157 Points
3. Ashton Redd - 131 Points
3. Hannah Lauffenburger - 144 Points
4. Paige Hamilton - 69 Points
4. Matt Lorefice - 131 Points
5. Alison West - 58 Points
5. Maci Stewart - 83 Points
Points are as of Feb. 25, 2015 and are subject to change.
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TOP 5 SHEEP BREEDING
FEEDER/MARKET LAMBS
1. Payton Petersen - 171 Points
1. Payten Petersen - 172 Points
2. Kayla Niederer - 120 Points
2. Avery Sawyer - 161 Points
3. Sierra Johnson - 99 Points
3. Hadley Sawyer - 107 Points
4. Joe Boyd - 65 Points
4. Kayla Niederer - 93 Points
5. Jennifer Rand - 49 Points
5. Felicia Zeyouma - 85 Points
JR. SHOWMANSHIP
SR. SHOWMANSHIP
1. Avery Sawyer - 170 Points
1. Kayla Niederer - 173 Points
2. Lexi Hunt - 136 Points
2. Payten Peteresen - 144 Points
3. Alexxis Flores - 122 Points
3. Joe Boyd - 127 Points
4. Kailey Faulkner - 76 Points
4. Lily Gonzalez - 94 Points
5. Emma Cardew - 67 Points
5. Victoria Shoemaker - 90 Points
Points are as of Feb. 25, 2015 and are subject to change.
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TOP 5 SWINE GILTS
FEEDER/MARKET HOGS
1. Kevin Rogers - 72 Points
1. Kevin Rogers - 109 Points
2. Tyler Nasser - 54 Points
2. Mallory Skinner - 106 Points
3. Hunter Stevens - 39 Points
3. Tyler Nasser - 95 Points
4. Hannah Lauffenburger - 37 Points
4. Kordale Despain - 85 Points
5. Danzi Stevens - 37 Points
5. Payson Ham - 85 Points
JR. SHOWMANSHIP
SR. SHOWMANSHIP
1. Ashton Redd - 128 Points
1. Payson Ham - 131 Points
2. Jayden Lackey - 103 Points
2. Tyler Nasser - 123 Points
3. Kordale Despain - 99 Points
3. Cade Stewart - 122 Points
4. Mazon Van Zelf - 67 Points
4. Kevin Rogers - 102 Points
5. Taylor Groat - 65 Points
5. Hannah Harken - 75 Points
Points are as of Feb. 25, 2015 and are subject to change.
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TOP 5 QUIZ BOWL JUNIOR QUIZ BOWL
SENIOR QUIZ BOWL
1. Lexi Hunt - 176.64 Points
1. Markanna Moore - 198.3 Points
2. Avery Sawyer - 153.02 Points
2. Kelsie Faulkner - 184 Points
3. Allison Stickler - 130.94 Points
3. Hadley Sawyer - 171.56 Points
4. Ashton Redd - 118 Points
4. Kailee Zimmerman - 111.78 Points
5. Connor Scott - 113.7 Points
5. Jasmine Lorefice - 81 Points
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The following is the first in a series of articles highlighting people who have made a career out their passion – showing livestock.
Like many of you, livestock has been a part of Kelly O’Brien Secord’s life since the day she was born. Growing up in Bloomington, California (a small town in San Bernardino County), she was bitten by the “show bug” at a very early age. Kelly was raised around animals. Her parents bred and showed Duroc pigs. She showed pigs with her family in the open circuit all over the country. Showing was a way of life from the time she could walk. When she was 8 years old, Kelly was given some sheep by an exhibitor about to age out of her youth livestock program. It didn’t take long for Kelly to change her focus from pigs to sheep. As a young 4-H member, Kelly showed the lambs she raised, as well as the pigs she raised. When she was 12, Kelly added show cattle to her repertoire. She joined FFA when she got to Bloomington High School. At that point, her parents suggested cutting back to FEBRUARY 2015
two species. Kelly chose lambs and cattle. Kelly proudly showed in both 4H and throughout her youth show career. proudest winning moment came at California State Fair when her project named Supreme Ewe.
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Kelly’s showing didn’t end after she graduated high school and aged out of 4H. She and her mother Penny became partners of Shamrock Sheep and Company and raise Oxford and Hampshire sheep. 2014 was a big year for Kelly as she won National Champion Oxford Ewe at the North American International Livestock Exposition (NAILE) in Louisville, Kentucky. Kelly and Penny enjoy showing and attend many shows throughout the year. A little over 10 years ago, Kelly was hired by a friend in the show circuit to be her assistant and ring clerk at the San Bernardino County Fair. What Kelly didn’t realize was she was being trained and groomed to become a Livestock Superintendent. Her mentor and teacher had cancer. The next year, Kelly ran the Livestock Office, having the support of her friend who stayed close by in her RV. Before the next fair rolled around, her friend had
had passed away – but she left Kelly trained and ready to run the show. That was the beginning of Livestock Event Services. Kelly is now the Livestock Superintendent at 5 California Fairs – Riverside County Fair and National Date Festival (Indio), California Mid-Winter Fair (Imperial), San Bernardino County Fair (Victorville), Tulare County Fair (Tulare) and The Southern California Fair (Perris). She also consults and contracts at other fairs, including two in Arizona. When asked what she believes comes from showing livestock and being a part of the fair industry, she said there is so much to be gained by showing an animal. “There is so much to learn. Every show, every time in the showring is an opportunity to learn something. Showing animals teaches responsibility, money and business management, communication skills and builds lifelong friendships.” Kelly also said, “win or lose, at the end of a show, every exhibitor leaves having learned something new. Maybe it’s a better way to brace your animal, maybe it’s how to better communicate with the judge, no matter what it is – you can grow every time you enter the ring.” Kelly was asked to share her favorite fair story. Here is what she said: “It happened my first year in Indio. If you’ve never been there, the fairgrounds are in a tough area, very near a jail. You’re told not to go out at night by yourself, that kind of stuff. One of the FFA groups had 60 kids and 2 advisors. There might have been a third adult volunteer. No parents, just the two leaders and the one helper. One young man, in this particular group, used to hang out in the office. He called me ‘boss lady’. He was always the first to volunteer if we needed anything done. To look at him, he was not what I was used to from an FFA member. He had long hair, wore basketball shorts and tennis shoes with his beater t-shirt. He was always close by, always had questions. I tried to answer his questions the best I could. On one of the last nights of the fair, he was in the office and we were visiting. We talked about what he wanted to do with his life, college or not and other life issues. I told him as long as he had a goal, he could accomplish anything he wanted to do. It was a nice conversation. One I had had with lots of kids his age. The fair ended and I went on my way.
The next year, I am in the livestock office getting ready for the next show and in walked a young man, clean cut, short hair, well groomed and dressed nicely. He asked me if I recognized him. I said I was sorry, but no. He said ‘ok boss lady’ and I knew immediately it was him. He told me I had saved his life. When he came to visit me that night last year, he was finishing his initiation into a gang, his parents were divorcing, filing bankruptcy and about to lose their house. He had nowhere to turn. He thanked me and said I was the reason he is alive today. Every holiday be it Christmas or Valentine’s day - every holiday I get a text message from him. Every year around fair time, we go to dinner. It’s a constant reminder that what we do matters. That we are a making a difference in the lives of our kids. It’s why we do what we do.” Livestock isn’t just something you raise; it’s a way of life. Kelly has turned her passion for showing, her love of livestock into a career. She travels to different fairs, all with their own uniqueness and similarities, to run or help run the livestock portion of the fair. She truly enjoys what she does and always walks away learning something new.
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I have been showing 5 years. I started showing goats in 3rd grade.
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What is your favorite thing about showing?
My favorite thing about showing is getting a new set of goats/pets every year and figuring out the perfect name. I also love all my “show friends” that I spend time with at the shows.
Who has been your biggest mentor?
My Dad is my biggest mentor because he is always pushing me to make myself a better showman in order to give my animals the best chance to win. He will give me suggestions about what I need to do, but it is up to me to do the work and make it happen.
If you could show at any show in the country where would it be and why?
The next big show on my list is the American Royal in Kansas City because they have green woodchips.
How many animals do you show a year?
I usually have 2 or 3 goats for the fall fairs and 3 goats for spring shows.
Do you like market or showmanship better? I like showing for market because it is game time and there is no room for error when presenting my goat to the judge. The smallest details are what helps my goats win.
What is your favorite moment so far in showing? Up until winning Grand at ANLS, my favorite showing moment was winning Reserve Grand at Tulsa State Fair. I had a Division Champion and a Reserve Division Champion, and I ended up having to switch goats again during the grand drive to show the Reserve Division. He was the one picked for Reserve Grand. My first big win was the Lone Star Elite Jackpot in San Angelo, TX. I earned my first belt buckles, jacket, and $6,000 at that show.
What is your biggest goal you want to achieve showing? My ultimate goal is to win Grand Champion at the Oklahoma Youth Expo because it is the world’s largest junior livestock show.
What do you want to do after your graduate high school/college? I want to go to Oklahoma State University and become a veterinarian.
If you could change one thing about showing livestock what would it be?
I am highly allergic to goat hair, so I would love it if I didn’t have to help clip and be in the barns so much. Even though I have to be careful with my allergies and asthma, I wouldn’t trade my goats for any other species, and I refuse to use that for an excuse to not do the work myself.
What advice would you offer someone just starting to show?
I had a great former showman, Kela Kelln, that helped me learn to show when I was starting out. She taught me patience and that you have to work hard all year, not just at the end. That advice is what I would pass on to new showmen. Never give up and keep working hard.
“I mentioned my dad earlier, but I would also like to thank my mom for always helping me even when it’s cold outside and encouraging me in her own way to be the best I can be. Also, my younger sister, Britt, helps me when she’s not busy with her heifers.”
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Willows FFA, Clover 4-H, 4-H BLAST- becoming leader all-star in training, California Scholarship Federation member, Freshmen Class President, California Pork Producers Youth Ambassador, California Junior Livestock Association member, 2014 Showpig.com All-Star team
What is the first thing that went through your head when you won Arizona Nationals?
All I could think about after I won the Arizona National was how all the hard work and dedication had finally paid off. Pappy and I worked so hard to get to that moment in my showing career, and when we finally made it, we were proud of our accomplishment yet humble that we competed against such exceptional showmen.
Who has been your biggest mentor?
My biggest mentor is my grandfather, Pappy. Without him, I would not be where I am today. He has done everything he possibly can to help make my sister, Meghan, and I successful and words will never be able to describe how thankful we are for him.
What is your favorite thing about showing ? My favorite thing about showing is getting to help the younger members just starting out in the swine industry.
Do you like driving market hogs or showmanship better? Market is probably the most important, but my favorite is showmanship because not everyone can win market, but everyone that puts the time, dedication, and effort into their project can win showmanship.
What is your favorite moment so far in showing pigs? It's so hard to pick just one favorite moment because every time I step into a ring I have a new favorite. My absolute favorite moment though, since I have to pick, was made this year at Western Bonanza when I looked into the ring at the junior showmen final drive and saw that the first, second, and third place showmen were all trained by Pappy, Meghan, and I.
What is your biggest goal you want to achieve in showing pigs? My biggest goal I want to achieve in showing is to win a showmanship title at all the majors I am able to attend.
What do you want to do after your graduate high school/college? After I graduate high school, I want to go to college and major in animal science or ag business with an emphasis on feeds and nutrition. Then after college, I want to have my own swine farm where underprivileged kids can come and learn many life lessons that raising swine teaches youth.
What is your favorite livestock show and why?
My favorite livestock show is the Arizona National. When my sister and I tell people this, their first response is it's only because you won, but we tell them that it's so much more than winning. The Arizona National is like a Christmas vacation for our family.
“I would like to thank everyone who has ever helped me get to were I am today in the swine industry. I will never be able to express how thankful I am for every little thing I have learned from you. I would like to say a special thank you to my mom, Neisha, and sister, Meghan, for always being by my side and helping me be a better person. Also to my family, friends, and show family for all their support and guidance.”
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What is your favorite thing about showing?
My favorite thing about showing is working with my animals. I also enjoy spending time with my family and friends and traveling to shows all around.
Who has been your biggest mentor?
My brother, Garett who is three years older than I has influenced me the most. He started to showing steers when he was nine and then I began showing shortly after him. In 2010 we had a cooler accident and lost three steers for Tulsa State Fair. Garett and I wanted to give up then. We were devastated our family and friends encouraged us to keep going. The next year my brother was a senior and he was more determined and work harder than ever. I watched him in 2011 win Grand Champion Market Steer at Tulsa State Fair. Through all this he taught me determination and hard work overcomes adversity. He would always tell me “The small things are what make the difference between winning and losing.” There are no short cuts to be taken.
What do you want to do after you graduate high school/college?
This coming fall I will be attending Oklahoma State University and majoring in Agriculture Communications.
What is your favorite moment so far in showing? My favorite moment this year in the show ring was at OYE in the grand drive. It wasn’t just the judge saying “baby sister” and realizing I had just won Grand Champion. But it was right after that when my family came down from the stands with tears in their eyes and wrapped their arms around me. At that moment I realized I had achieved not only my goal but my older brother Garett’s goal and even more than that my families goal. That goal was to win Oklahoma Youth Expo.
What is your biggest goal you want to achieve in showing? My biggest goal is to repeat OYE. This year celebrates Oklahoma Youth Expo 100 years. I had Grand Champion Market Steer last year. OYE will be my last show to exhibit a market steer.
What is your favorite show and why? National Western in Denver, Colorado is my favorite livestock show. I enjoy the atmosphere and the history of the show. Also I love competing with people from other states.
What advice would you offer someone just starting to show?
My advice is to never give up, always work hard, and have a passion for the things you care about the most. Always dream big you never know where life will take you. Do the small things right. Stay consistent once you find something that works for you do it over and over again.
“I would first like to thank God for proving me with an amazing family I wouldn’t be in this position if it weren’t for them. Thanks to my older brother, Garett, for starting it all. I would like to thank my family for always being at shows to support me. Also like to give a huge thanks to Jerrod Arthur and the Lucky Strike Team, for always giving a 110% and fitting my steers to its highest potential.”
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How long have you been showing? I have been showing for 4 years.
Clubs/Activities/FFA/4-H:
Green Valley 4-H club member and vice president; Activities: drawing, photography, snow skiing, guitar, piano, and violin.
What is the first thing that went through your head when you won Arizona Nationals?
I was not expecting to win. In fact, I was hoping that my friend would come out victorious. At that moment, I was hit by a rush of both surprise and happiness.
What is your favorite thing about showing?
My favorite thing about showing is the satisfaction that I have raised a quality livestock animal.
Who has been your biggest mentor?
I am very grateful to have several great mentors, including Cooper Newcomb, my dad, and Victoria Ralls.
Do you like market or showmanship better?
I prefer showmanship over showing market (even though I have had more success in showing market), because the judge is not solely judging you on the quality assurance of the animal, but on the exhibitor’s relationship and compatibility with the animal.
What do you want to do after your graduate high school/college? After high school, I look forward to attending college and continuing my academic career. There are limitless opportunities; I am not sure what I want to pursue just yet. Whichever path I choose, I do plan to advocate for the support of livestock exhibitors and global food crisis awareness.
If you could change one thing about showing what would it be?
Overall, the majority of the people in the livestock community are of high character with a high regard for animal ethics. Although unfortunately, I have noticed first hand inhumane behavior around show animals. I hope that in the future, all exhibitors make it a priority to focus on treating all animals humanely.
What advice would you offer someone just starting to show?
Even though it is tough to succeed and to thrive in this industry, you have to believe in yourself and your will to succeed. A quote which comes to mind is, “Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts.” - Winston Churchill
What is your favorite livestock show?
My favorite livestock show is the California State Fair, because it is close enough where even my friends from home can attend. I also have the opportunity to meet even more new people, and it is a really fun show.
“ There have been many people that I would like to thank, including my dad and mom, Cooper Newcomb, Victoria Ralls, Dawn Stornetta, Justin and Jennifer Burns, Kamden Urban, Bob May, and the rest of my livestock family. They have put in a lot of work, turning the preppiest kid you will ever meet, into a “show kid.” It has been a long and challenging journey that I am still walking on, and without the support of the people closest to me, I could not have even gotten close to being as successful as I am. I am honored to be a part of and grateful for this wonderful group of people.”
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“Why does our fair have a carnival (amusements) instead of just a livestock show?” It’s a “fair” question heard by fair managers often. The answer is as old as the modern fair itself. In fact, a look at the origin of modern day Fairs and Livestock Shows takes us back over 200 years. It reveals a close bond between, fairs, agriculture and amusements from the beginning. Fairs from the start have been about agriculture, the common class, community, innovation, education, entertainment and competition. Though there is some difference in opinion as to the exact beginning of the modern agricultural fair, many credit a show held in Pittsfield, Massachusetts in September, 1811 as the birth of fairs as we know them today. It was in 1811 that Elkanah Watson, a young successful businessman living in the Berkshires, conceptualized the first fair. He believed that sharing ideas and experiences at a celebration where an exhibit of animals, that was held specifically for the purpose of exhibiting animals in competition, would improve the quality of agriculture and agricultural education in the United States. He further envisioned a show where the entire community could participate. Elkanah organized the Berkshire Agricultural FEBRUARY 2015
Society in Massachusetts. Under his direction and leadership the Society started the Berkshire Show as one open to participation from all citizens not just the gentlemen class. Though agricultural shows were common in England and some regions of the US, none were meant for the entire community to participate in or enjoy. Elkanah’s fair would feature competition and the competitions would be open to all citizens. While the fair focused primarily on agriculture, it also showcased the latest agricultural technology and techniques. It was also the first to feature amusement components (carnival). “It was splendid, novel, and imposing, beyond anything of the kind, ever exhibited in America,” exclaimed gentleman farmer Elkanah Watson regarding the 1811 Fair. By all accounts, the first fair was a success. The Society continued to produce the annual event which became the model and foundation for the fairs of today. According to records, each successive fair brought further innovation, competition and entertainment. In 1818, for example, the first plowing contest in the country was held in conjunction with the show. Watson knew that it was innovation that had led to the creation of this new outdoor event that would become known as a fair. He understood that unlike an agricultural show, a fair should have a
multitude of components and interest including competition. There should be something for everyone and should be for everyone. By the late 1800’s there was a fair in nearly every state. Today there are hundreds in the west alone. County and State Fairs have inspired generation after generation to gather in a central place to celebrate agriculture and traditions. Like all celebrations, fairs are meant to be fun, a place where you can forget about your worries and enjoy a moment with your family and friends. It’s a place where friends can enjoy friendly competition and celebrate successes. At the end of a long week of work or a long day in the show ring, literally millions of American come together and celebrate at fairs each year. For a large majority of those million plus people, nothing says “Celebrate” like a ride on the carousel, Ferris wheel or for those brave at heart a trip on the gravity defying tilt a whirl.
According to historical records, at the fair in 1811 the livestock display included 383 sheep, seven bulls, 109 oxen, nine cows, three heifers, two calves and one boar and… there was no auction!
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