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THE TOCKMAN VOL 1 | NO 4
America’sConvenient A.I. Brand BW +.3 WW +58 YW +98 MILK +24 Marb +.34 RE +.70 $B +131.97
Connealy Black Granite Consensus 7229 x Bismarck Popular curve bender!
BW +1.6 WW +64 YW +118 MILK +21 Marb +.70 RE +1.07 $B +146.99
Jindra Megahit
BW +.5 WW +94 YW +157 MILK +12 Marb +.65 RE +.75 $B +201.92
Hoff Blockbuster X Hoff Heartland
Great stature and soundness along with extra growth and power!
BW +1.1 WW +53 YW +87 MILK +21 Marb +.43 RE +.43 $B +109.68
BW +1.6 WW +84 YW +152 MILK +36 Marb +.40 RE +1.40 $B +207.60
RB Absolute Advantage Tremendous performance and EPDs with eye appeal!
STC C/ML First Class Act
Spruce Mountain’s popular sire to add muscle!
Calving-ease sire who adds the type of champions!
Popular full brother to First Class!
EPDs as of 1/10/19
BW +4.7 WW +56 YW +95 MILK +19 Marb +.06 RE +.62 $B +107.10
Excellent calving-ease quality!
BW +2.6 WW +51 YW +93 MILK +22 Marb +.17 RE +.35 $B +106.24
Bushs Unbelievable 423 SAV Bismarck x Bushs Lit Up
5T Power Chip 4790
Circle M Tejas
First Rate x Dameron PVF Raptor
BW +4.3 WW +47 YW +90 MILK +19 Marb +.04 RE +.66 $B +91.89
BW WW YW MILK Marb RE $B
+2.5 +40 +59 +16 +.32 +.21 +51.58
BC Lookout x Northern Improvement Working great at Circle M, TX and Purdue Beef Unit! Siring champion profile with function!
BW +0 WW +55 YW +104 MILK +21 Marb +.62 RE +.67 $B +128.10
BW WW YW MILK Marb RE $B
+1.9 +53 +101 +18 +.51 +.38 +104.52
LAH Caliente 603D
Wright SCC Bootlegger 0522 North Camp Silver Star 5103
Greene Pokerface 1304
Smooth and powerful Hot Rod son. Res Winter Bull Calf NAILE and NWSS!
Bootlegger is siring extra-complete and stout Tremendous balance and outcross with great profile! progeny, including the 2017 NWSS Champion Bull, SCC Tradition of 24.
Style’s stoutest son!
Gambles Hot Rod x BC Lookout 7024
BW +3.6 WW +43 YW +73 MILK +23 Marb +.38 RE -.13 $B +71.28
SAV Brilliance x OSU Currency
RB Active Duty 010 x WK Pow-Wow
BW +.9 WW +44 YW +70 MILK +27 Marb +.44 RE +.03 EPDs of 1/31/19 $B +68.46
BW +5.0 WW +57 YW +98 MILK +14 Marb +.54 RE +.17 $B +131.64
Silveiras Style 9303 x Gohr Maximus 0901
BW WW YW MILK Marb RE $B
-1.3 +59 +110 +33 +.94 +.83 +160.00
TGM Compton 1738
HB Saxson
Silveira Hara The Show 5000
Koupal Olympian 533
2016 Iowa Show Bull of the Year!
Calving ease with great profile, structure and maternal!
The Show is the $300,000-valuation sire who’ll produce show-ring winners just like Style does, yet The Show will add more bone and muscle, plus bring in the legendary Dixie Erica cow family!
Super calving ease and performance!
BW -.7 WW +69 YW +122 MILK +26 Marb +.49 RE +.40 $B +159.04
BW WW YW MILK Marb RE $B
Silveiras Style x First Class’ full sister
BW +3.8 WW +54 YW +101 MILK +32 Marb +.18 RE +.64 $B +116.47
SCC Tradition of 24
Wright SCC Bootlegger 0522 x Dameron First Class NWSS Champion!
Guyman x HF Tiger
BW +3.8 WW +57 YW +92 MILK +27 Marb +.18 RE +.37 $B +108.87
Brooking Firebrand
Brooking Bank Note x Brooking Annie K 390
Silveiras Style 9303 x WAR Cowboy Up 3102
KR Synergy
KR Cadillac Jack x Summitcrest Focus 2U66
Exciting genotypic and phenotypic standout with The high-selling calving-ease bull at the 2018 Krebs Ranch Sale. Top EPD percentile ranks in nearly all traits! awesome Annie K maternal foundation!
Baldridge Xpand x Koupal SmartStack EPDs as of 1/10/19
Jindra Atlas
Jindra Acclaim x Summitcrest Focus
+1.0 +84 +156 +29 +.54 +1.09 +215.73
Jindra record-holder for BW — WW spread!
EPDs as of 1/8/19
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+.8 +61 +89 +15 +.71 +.59 +131.59
EXAR Blue Chip 1877B x BC Matrix 4132
KCF Bennett Absolute x R B Lady Party 167-305
Baldridge Colonel
Baldridge Xpand x Styles Upgrade
BW WW YW MILK Marb RE $B
BW WW YW MILK Marb RE $B
LMF Profile 717
+3.1 +50 +106 +25 +.39 +.24 +124.70
Silveiras Style x Bushs Big Time
-3.7 +69 +108 +24 +.28 +.55 +136.11
Sire: Rodman x F.D. son
Great look and balance! 2018 OH State Fair Champ!
BW WW YW MILK Marb RE $B
JSAR Titan
BW WW YW MILK Marb RE $B
BW WW YW MILK Marb RE $B
+3.0 +52 +78 +20 +.24 +.18 +72.87
PVF Surveillance 4129 BC Lookout x PVF ALL Payday
Extreme calving ease and vigor!
+1.7 +61 +106 +19 +.75 +.65 +147.93
BW WW YW MILK Marb RE $B
This Lookout son is gaining steam!
+.9 +39 +65 +22 +.25 +.57 +87.70
BW WW YW MILK Marb RE $B
+2.9 +83 +147 +24 +.61 +.67 +189.62
Prairie Pride Next Step 2036
Bushs Easy Decision 98
High-selling bull at Musgrave’s 2016 Bull Sale! Posted a 114 WW and YW ratio. Puts together performance, base width, depth and eye appeal with muscle shape!
Outcross pedigree calving-ease sire who offers soundness and performance with great EPDs across the board! His progeny have sold well!
Lead bull in the 2014 NWSS Champion Pen for Bush. His first 4 consecutive maternal dams are all Pathfinder ® females.
BW WW YW MILK Marb RE $B
+6.2 +72 +109 +16 +.68 +.47 +136.51
EXAR Classen 1422B
Dameron First Class x Exar Lutton 1831 Popular sire of champions!
BW WW YW MILK Marb RE $B
Silveiras Style 9303
+2.8 +39 +69 +13 +.54 +.13 +59.68
Gambles Hot Rod x E161
PCC Witten 111A
+3.3 +67 +117 +26 -.38 +.74 +111.48
Dameron First Impression x JL Evening Tinge donor
Witten is a visually striking herd sire boasting the power, dimension and profile we’ve come to adore out of the Canadian Tinge donor!
BW WW YW MILK Marb RE $B
FCF Intuition 345
PVF Insight 0129 x Leachman Saugahatchee 3000C Creating great type!
BW WW YW MILK Marb RE $B
+2.4 +65 +120 +30 +.02 +.71 +138.30
Kramers Enforce 5006
PVF Insight 0129 x Rito 1I2 of 2536 Rito 6I6
Enforce is a stouter version of his sire with excellent phenotype out of a tremendous cow family! Enforce topped the Kramer 2016 Bull Sale.
BW WW YW MILK Marb RE $B
+3.5 +46 +66 +15 +.50 +.38 +87.76
+1.3 +52 +98 +23 -.16 +1.05 +101.07
Vin Mar O’Reilly Factor x Bushs Big Time
BW WW YW MILK Marb RE $B
LMF Vision 416
+1.8 +67 +105 +28 +.56 +.42 +144.16
Bushs Unbelievable x BC Eagle Eye
BW WW YW MILK Marb RE $B
+6.7 +78 +161 +28 +.09 +.69 +198.38
Hit the REFRESH button!
Adds loads of bone and power!
+4.2 +58 +96 +17 +.56 +.62 +140.65
VA First Round x Plainview Sun Dance G39
BW WW YW MILK Marb RE $B
+.6 +57 +109 +26 +.24 +.45 +144.75
S&R Roundtable J328
Vin-Mar O'Reilly Factor
Producing lots of winners and high sellers!
Super calving ease and performance with a great look! Progeny are must-sees at Bush’s, Vin-Mar’s and Jac's Ranch!
Plainview Lutton E102 x BR Midland
BW WW YW MILK Marb RE $B
-1.4 +72 +121 +47 +1.16 +.70 +168.28
EXEC Mr Crossfire 6P01 GAR Prophet x Connealy In Sure
Combining unprecedented calving ease with an awesome EPD profile and eye appeal!
SAV Final Answer x 216 son
BW WW YW MILK Marb RE $B
Brooking Bank Note
BW WW YW MILK Marb RE $B
Colburn Primo 5153
+3.9 +53 +88 +7 +.24 +.33 +75.05
Dameron First Class x Silveiras Style 9303 Primo calf reports are tremendous across the country!
BW WW YW MILK Marb RE $B
+2.5 +77 +139 +8 +.26 +.67 +166.65
HA Cowboy Up 5405
The exciting outcross performance bull topping the 2017 Bases Loaded sale!
Chestnut Knock Out 204
BW WW YW MILK Marb RE $B
FAR Long Range
Youngdale Xcaliber 32X x Sitz Upward
HA Outside 3008 x HA Program
2017 Ohio State Fair Champ!
Plum Creek Refresh 561A Gambles Hot Rod x Exar Lutton 1831
Producing champs and high-sellers!
BW WW YW MILK Marb RE $B
SydGen 928 Destination 5420 x Boyd New Day
+3.6 +88 +139 +21 +.10 +.86 +159.34
A high seller at 2016 Frey Angus, ND, Sale. . . big and stout!
Musgrave Sky High 1535 Musgrave Big Sky x S A V 004 Density 4336
BW WW YW MILK Marb RE $B
+2.7 +71 +119 +15 +.45 +.52 +133.46
Connealy Earnan x SAV Final Answer
BW WW YW MILK Marb RE $B
Sydgen Enhance
+.6 +74 +143 +34 +1.23 +.86 +224.27
Sydgen Exceed X Sydgen Liberty Incredible EPD enhancer!
BW WW YW MILK Marb RE $B
+4.4 +63 +103 +16 +.23 +.52 +130.59
GCC New Game 5654C
First Class x Duff New Edition x WK Georgina 9375 He’s gonna make some great ones!
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Profiles
14 | River Ranch
For Sonstegard Cattle Co., the river valley grows more than crops.
30 | Building a Brand
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A family focused foundation reins supreme at Hilbrands Cattle Co.
38 | 50 Years
Celebrating a 50 year feat with Hawkeye Breeders Service.
Extension Education
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22 | Diagnosing Reproductive Losses
with Taylor Grussing, SDSU Extension Cow/Calf Field Specialist and Dr. Russ Daly, SDSU Extension Veterinarian
Leading the Way
26 | A Testament to Stockmen
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with B. Lynn Gordon, Leader Consulting, LLC
Veterinarian View 44 | Newborn Calf Health
with Dr. Vince Collison, Collison Embryo
Stockman Says
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48 | Is it Worth it?
April 2019
with Bryce Wright, Knoxville Regional Livestock Market
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Straight Up
58 | David Powell
A conversation with David Powell, Wall Street Cattle Co. cover image by Legacy Livestock Imaging Krebs Ranch, Gorden, Nebraska
Editor’s Note
Katie Delaney Johnson, Managing Editor 507.820.0803 | katie@stockmanmag.com
rough start. I don’t know how many folks I talked with last year that were behind on their ‘to do’ lists. Mother Nature put many of us to the test in 2018 with challenging weather at every turn. We had high hopes that the New Year would be easier, things would go smoother, we could take a breath and dare I say, relax a bit. But, that doesn’t seem to be happening. 2019 has gotten off to a pretty rough start for many in our business. The recent devastation in the Midwest is tough to hear about and even harder to see. If you have a free moment send out a thought, a prayer, or some good vibs to those folks. If you feel more inclined, find a relief effort and donate. But, at the very least, take a minute to look around and be grateful for what you have. Give that old cow a little extra feed tonight at chores, pet your dog, hug your kids a little longer, and say thank you to your spouse. When we are all tired and busy, it’s easy to take the best things in life for granted. Today the sun is shining, the birds are chirping and I feel Spring heading our way. Let’s think positive, 2019 is not over yet!
Katie
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FAT .032
$W $B 54.80 120.10
551SM09010 Reg: 2854467 DOB: 3/20/2014
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When you come to the intersection in your breeding program, don’t miss the SIGNAL. VAR Signal 7244 is a deep bodied, heavy muscled, super correct bull, with moderate calving. His EPD’s are equally impressive with Top 1% in WW, YW, RADG, CW, $F, and $B. Semen is available, contact us to order today.
WW
YW
CW
$F
$B
+80
+146
+72
+128.04
+188.25
1%
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1%
1% As of 3/14/19
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5T Power Chip 4790
SydGen Enhance
CED +10 $B +131.59
CED +13 $B +224.27
Reg. No. 18170041 • SydGen Exceed xSydGen
EXAR Blue Chip x BC Matrix • Reg. No. 17956
297
Liberty
KR Synergy
Hurlbut OSU Final Exam 5130
BCA Flawless 119
85311 TC Aberdeen x TC Freedom • Reg. No. +169
CED +12 $B +159.04
CED +13 $B +116.92
CED +11 $B +76.93
KR Cadillac Jack x Summitcrest Focus • Reg. No.
878
OSU Final Exam x VAR Rocky • Reg. No. 18104
Jindra Megahit
Shifting Gears
BCII MLA Next Up 015
Silveira
Reg. No. 17731559 • Hoff Blockbuster x Hoff
101
Musgrave Aviator x Connealy Shrek • Reg. No. 18796
Northern Improvement x Duff New Edition • Reg. No.
17643026
RB Active Duty x WK Pow Wow • Reg. No.
18162044
Connealy Consensus 7229 x SAV Bismarck • Reg. No.
No. 17367599
CED +17 $B +168.28
CED +14 $B +131.97
CED +15 $B +118.51
+17876992 Connealy Confidence x LCC New Standard • Reg. No.
SydGen 928 Destination x Boyd New Day 8005 • Reg.
EXEC Mr Crossfire 6P01
Connealy Black Granite
RB Night Prowler 3288
CED +12 $B +160.41
CED +10 $B +128.10
CED +4 $B +97.60
17019678 SAV Brilliance x JSAR Mr Rodman • Reg. No.
2 Connealy Capitalist 028 x CA Future Direction 5321 • Reg. No. 1766610
Prairie Pride Next Step 2036
North Camp Silver Star 5103
MSF Journey
CED +14 $B +149.43
CED +11 $B +72.06
CED +15 $B +153.04
697 Sitz Wisdom x Mytty In Focus • Reg. No. 17921
Heartland
LD Capitalist 316
WWSC Slider
Mill Brae Wisdom 4198
CED +13 $B +201.92
CED +14 $B +179.38
CED +8 $B +47.63
99 s Style x W C 4480 Improvement 2C07 • Reg. No. 182876
18875709
17028963
38274
GAR Prophet x Connealy In Sure 8524 • Reg. No.185
EPDs as of 1/8/19
RiverRanch For Sonstegard Cattle Company, the river valley grows more than crops.
by Melissa McGee Buehler photos courtesy Sonstegard Cattle Co
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Just north of Montevideo, Minnesota, along the Chippewa River Valley, the flat fertile farm ground stretches as far as the eye can see. The first settlers of this land would have found life to be easy in the summertime with the fertile soil, the rivers bringing life as they ebbed and flowed with water, and abundant wild game. It’s not clear if the settlers ever had a winter like we just endured in 2019, but they would have had some extreme cold and wind in the wide-open river valley then as well. In
recent times, agriculture is still the driving force of the economy in this area of Minnesota. Settled along the Chippewa River Valley, you will also find a Red Angus herd that shares the fertile land. River Ranch was established in 1973 by Gary Sonstegard when he embarked on a voyage to create a commercial cow/ calf operation. Gary started out by purchasing Charolais bulls through the Pioneer Bull Test Station in Inwood, Iowa. During those trips to Iowa to buy bulls,
Gary became familiar with the Red Angus cattle that were the base of the herd at the Pioneer Test Station. He purchased his first commercial Red Angus cows from Cornie Folkerts at Inwood, Iowa. The first registered Red Angus females were bought from Pioneer Test Station at the research farm near Des Moines, Iowa. River Ranch grew to 100 females on additional purchases from Mid-America Cattle Co. and Bieber Red Angus. There were also 100 commercial cows in the operation during the
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1980s. In the late 1980s, Gary sold the balance of his commercial cows and began building the registered Red Angus herd. After the initial purchase, the rest of the herd has grown from within using an extensive artificial insemination program.
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In 2002, Gary’s youngest son, Tyler, joined the operation and they formed a Limited Liability Partnership and changed the name to Sonstegard Cattle Co., L.L.C (SCC). In 2007, Gary’s middle son, Tory, joined his father, mother, and brother in the partnership. Since forming the LLC, Tyler and Tory have worked to buy out Gary’s portion of the herd when he an-
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nounced he would retire. Gary still owns 10% of the operation and lends his expertise, but the daily management of the operation is now directed by the boys. Tory credits his return to the operation to the rural lifestyle as a great place to raise his family after working off the ranch for many years as a computer networking specialist for Marco, a technology company in St. Cloud, Minnesota. Because the Chippewa River Valley is such fertile farm ground, there is a lack of pasture ground in the area. This forces the Sonstegard’s to summer about three-quarters of the herd 60 miles west of their
above Tyler & Cassie Sonstegard with daughters Sophie and Lainie, and son Dylan.
headquarters near Strandburg, South Dakota. The operation raises approximately 80 acres of corn silage and puts up around 250 acres of hay for the cattle. The focus of the operation is the cattle, rather than farming. Since the cattle are summered away from the headquarters, the boys rely on Kevin and Dawn Dalhgren at Strandburg, to assist in watching over the cattle. The Dalhgrens also own a herd of 50-60 Red Angus cows that stem from Sonstegard genetics. Every fall, the boys buy the entire calf crop from the Dalhgren’s to market a share of the calves in the production sales. The Sonstegards work with
above Tory & Kena Sonstegard with daughter Kyla and son Esten.
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above Bulls penned for viewing on sale day.
many of their customers to buy back purebred and commercial heifer calves and some bull calves to market through SCC’s bull and heifer sales. The heifers are developed and bred to SCC genetics and are sold as bred females in the December sale. The Sonstegards have been buying customers’ calves and marketing those genetics for over 20 years.
The Sonstegards hold two production sales every year at the River Ranch in Montevideo. The female sale is held the first Saturday in December, selling 300 females, both bred and open, registered and commercial Red Angus. The bull sale is held on the second Saturday in April, selling 80 yearling and two-year-old registered bulls. The bulk of the cattle are marketed to commercial cattlemen,
but 15-20% go to purebred operations. Most of the cattle sold go to surrounding area and states, but they have also sold cattle to Montana, Texas, Ohio, Canada, and Mexico. Red Angus has been the breed of choice since the inception if the purebred herd in 1975. Mothering ability and disposition drew Gary to the Red Angus breed years ago,
“We don’t like to chase extremes; we have a balanced breeding approach, and that is what we shoot for with all traits. Obviously, we want the cattle to be phenotypically sound with good udders and good feet. We want to make females that can stand the test of time.” THE STOCKMAN | stockmanmag.com
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and they still enjoy those traits and the maternal instinct. Tyler states, “We like the mother cows a lot! The disposition on the cattle is good, and they are easy to work with and extremely good mothers that do a great job raising calves for us.” Because the Red Angus breed possesses a tight set of genetics, the Sonstegard’s have tried to use some black red-carriers to bring in some fresh outcross pedigrees. SCC strives to keep its herd unique and knows that producing an outstanding bull or female with an outcross genotype and superior phenotype would meet the demand of many purebred producers on the hunt for outcross genetics. “We don’t like to chase extremes; we have a balanced
breeding approach, and that is what we shoot for with all traits. Obviously, we want the cattle to be phenotypically sound with good udders and good feet. We want to make females that can stand the test of time,” says Tyler. Red Angus cattle provide significant heterosis when crossed with other breeds for the commercial calf crop. Red Angus calves bring measurable carcass quality to the table, with outstanding marbling and gain ability, fewer days on feed, and higher feed efficiency. Utilizing A.I. and Embryo Transfer (E.T.) has allowed SCC to diversify its breeding program. The boys A.I. about 250 head of females each year. They keep 125 cows on a pasture close to the ranch to A.I. daily by watching
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below Purebred heifers out on grass near Strandburg, South Dakota.
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for natural heat cycles. The firstcalf heifers are sorted and synchronized with CIDRs and then time-bred as a separate group. Although heat-checking is more work, Tyler admits that they have 70-75% conception using natural heats on the heifers and have gotten along better in the long run. Each year, SCC puts in 25-30 embryos and are flushing a few of their best cows to propagate their best genetics. 2019 marks the 43rd year of raising Red Angus cattle for this operation. SCC’s philosophy is to raise cattle that will perform well and are balanced for calving ease, growth, carcass, and milking ability. They try to choose A.I. sires that maintain and improve those traits. The goal is to help commercial cattlemen
improve their herds and be more profitable. Tyler comments, “we definitely pay attention to EPDs. I think they are one of the better tools we have to compare cattle across environments. Utilizing visual appraisal, performance data, pedigree information, and EPDs are all pieces to the puzzle when selecting our next herd bull or donor female to purchase. It’s important to use all of the tools available to make these decisions to better your herd.” Some cattle that have made a big impact on the SCC herd include 3SCC Domain A163, a bull they raised that was purchased by Genex and was the top Red Angus semen sales bull in 2018.
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They have used him through A.I. and have several of his daughters in the herd. The dam of Domain is a nine-year-old, top 1% Herdbuilder Index donor cow for their operation. Eighty percent of the cows in the herd go back to Basin Hobo 0545 and Basin EXT 1925 somewhere in their pedigrees, and those daughters have made a huge impact on the breeding program. Bieber Hannah 2887 was one of the first cows they ever flushed and has influenced the cowherd as well. Some of the outcross red genetics in the herd stem from a black red-carrier cow sired by EXT that was purchased from Knutson Farms. Breed improvement and gaining market-share is always a priority for the breed, in Tyler’s
opinion. He is currently serving on the National Red Angus Association Breed Improvement Committee. This group works to introduce new EPDs and implement programs like the Grid Master and Herdbuilder programs, which aid in the marketing of Red Angus genetics. Tyler is the current President of the Minnesota Red Angus Association and has served as the treasurer and board member in the past. He is also currently on the board of the Midwest Cattlemen’s Association and was a past president of that group. He says, “it’s important to be involved in these state and national organizations to serve the breed and keep up with the latest trends in the beef industry.” Gary was also a past
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above 3SCC Domain A163 co-owned with Genex and Koester Red Angus of North Dakota.
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“It’s important to be involved in these state and national organizations to serve the breed and keep up with the latest trends in the beef industry.”
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above Aerial view of River Ranch, now known as Sonstegard Cattle Co.
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president and one of the founding members of the state association. He served on the National Red Angus board in the late 1990s and early 2000s.
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Because of their service to the breed, Gary and the family were honored with the Red Angus Breeder of the Year Award in 1999 from the National Red Angus Association and received the Pioneer Breeder of the Year in 2018. learn more 3scc.net
above Gary & Elaine Sonstegard receiving the 2018 Pioneer Red Angus Breeder of the Year award from the National Red Angus Association, presented by friend and Auctioneer, Kyle Gilchrist. stockmanmag.com | THE STOCKMAN
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Extension Education
University research you can use.
contributed article by Taylor Grussing, South Dakota State University Extension Cow/Calf Field Specialist and Dr. Russ Daly, SDSU Extension Veterinarian www.extension.sdstate.edu
DIAGNOSING THE CAUSE OF REPRODUCTIVE LOSSES IN BEEF CATTLE Reproductive losses account for $1 billion in lost revenue to the beef industry each year. From conception to birth, we depend on a lot of things to go right, whether in natural or artificial breeding programs. Nevertheless, reproductive failure whether presented as early or late-term abortions (miscarriages), results in those animals never being born and having a stark effect on the operation’s bottom line. Utilizing proper health and nutrition programs are ways we can try to reduce reproductive failure from occurring. If failures occur, diagnosing the
cause can be helpful in preventing the issue in the future.
Animal Disease Research and Diagnostic Laboratory (ADRDL). In about half of the cases submitted to the SDSU ADRDL, no abnormalities are detected (Table 1). There are many reasons for this, such as that the infectious agents are often not detectable anymore by the time the fetus is expelled, or stillborn calves were aborted due to abnormal presentation or twin pregnancies.
POSSIBLE CAUSES It is often difficult to pinpoint exactly what went wrong when abortions occur. All livestock producers expect a certain degree of late-term abortions or stillbirths. It is generally accepted that any cattle operation will have 1-2% of “normal” pregnancy loss after a month or two of gestation. With spring calving herds, January and February are when many abortion cases are submitted to the SDSU
In the rest of the cases, something abnormal is found (Table 1). A frequent finding is inflammation in the placenta that may or may not be traced to a specific pathogen. The
Table 1. Abortion Diagnoses, SDSU Diagnostic Lab, 2006-2016.
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% of total
Idiopathic (no diagnosis)
1540
53%
Non-Specific Placentitis
815
28%
T. pyogenes (pus-forming non-contagious bacteria)
170
6%
Fungal - Mycotic
90
3%
IBR Virus
79
3%
Non-specific Bacteria
66
2%
Neospora
44
1%
110
4%
2914
100%
Other
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ABORTION DIAGNOSIS What should a cattle producer do when a late-term abortion is encountered? Start with your local veterinarian to discuss the details of your issue and whether there are similar problems in neighboring herds. When the number of abortions in a group exceeds one or two, it is generally time to get a diagnosis. Diagnostic success can be improved by promptly submitting the proper samples. While the following recommendations are likely sufficient for most veterinary diagnostic laboratories, your veterinarian should confirm these with his particular lab. When possible, the entire fetus and placenta – chilled but not frozen – is the most desirable specimen. The
placenta is of particular importance and should be included whenever possible. Significant microscopic changes and germ identification often stem from examining the placenta. Other samples to submit if you do not want to send in the whole fetus include, heart, lung, liver, kidney, spleen, brain, skeletal muscle (tongue or diaphragm), fetal stomach fluid and fetal thoracic fluid or heart blood. A veterinarian will likely collect and send these samples off for you; however, the herd history information should be given to them to assist with choosing diagnostic tests. Information to include: • Number of animals in the herd, including recent purchases or movements • Number of abortions and previous diagnoses, if any • Age and breed of dams • Gestational age of abortions • Pertinent treatment or vaccinations Depending on the results, your veterinarian will follow up and advise you on potential herd management changes. If an environmental cause such as mold is identified, examining feed sources is a necessary intervention to determine what feeds are contaminated. In addition, if infectious agents are found, implementing a sound pre-breeding vaccination program for next year’s
heifers is a must, Cow vaccine boosters to prevent early and late-term abortions should also be considered. If late-term abortions do occur, alternative management of those cows may need to be thought through. Depending on what type of diagnosis is received, such as viral or genetic disorder, those cows should not stay in the herd as they could pass those diseases to future progeny. However, if a fungal or environmental toxin was the cause of the abortion, those cows may re-breed just fine if feed or environment is altered. Keep in mind the financial risks of keeping cows that will not raise a calf to weaning. Cow costs are rising quickly and without a calf at side, it is hard allow cows a free ride through the summer. Therefore, consider alternative feeding programs and marketing cull cows at market highs to obtain some value for these cows.
THE BOTTOM LINE With reproduction, focusing on what we can control and diagnose is the key to helping avoid these losses within our herd. For more information contact your local veterinarian, Extension field specialist, or Russ Daly, SDSU Extension Veterinarian.
South Dakota State University Extension For more information regarding beef cattle nutrition or calving questions contact Taylor Grussing at 605-995-7378 or taylor.grussing@sdstate.edu, or another specialist at our new webpage extension.sdstate.edu (https://extension.sdstate.edu/about/our-experts)
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placenta in a pregnant animal is the gateway from the mother’s blood supply (carrying nutrients and oxygen but possibly bacteria and viruses) to the fetus. If something affects that critical tissue, then the fetus may become starved from oxygen and die. When pathogens are found, they are often more environmental than contagious in nature, and very few cows experience problems. Lastly, sometimes infectious agents such as IBR, BVD, or leptospirosis are identified, for which effective vaccines are available.
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Leading the Way
How leadership works on the ranch.
contributed article by B. Lynn Gordon Leader Consulting
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A TESTAMENT TO STOCKMEN
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As April finally arrives many stockmen have endured a long, difficult winter. Mother Nature has thrown about everything she could our way. A long snap of extremely cold temperatures, record-snowfall over a wide portion of the country, and a continuous pattern of Spring snowstorms, and record rainfall on top of the frozen ground, during one of the most important and busiest times of the year: calving.
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As I hear the stories of what cattle producers have fought through to ensure their livelihood, it reaffirms to me the tenacity and dedication of people in this business. Facebook posts of calf after calf being warmed in the front of a pickup truck, on the kitchen floor, in the bathtub or even in front of the fireplace shows the tireless efforts and pride stockmen have. The pride in what you do, the pride to produce a safe, quality beef supply for consumers, who have no possible way to grasp the hours you have put in, the exhaustion, stress, and worry you have experienced, is a testament to the excellence of individuals in agri-
culture and the cattle business.
INDUSTRY DEVOTION Another testament to the value of individuals in agriculture and the cattle business is what I witness annually when I have the opportunity to attend and participate in beef industry meetings, and the past year was no different. From October through February, I traveled to several state and national beef industry conferences. I always enjoy attending these cattlemen’s and breed association conventions, meeting new people, learning and discussing the current trends and issues in the industry, and witnessing the power of teamwork. Amidst very cold temperatures and stormy weather, I was invited to be one of the keynote speakers at the Wyoming Stockgrowers Convention, last December in Casper, Wyo. I was asked to visit with their membership and share the results of a study I conducted on “What Brings People to Leadership Roles: A Study of Beef Industry Leaders.”
What I’m most proud to report from my research, is individuals’ willingness to serve. Our industry organizations exist because of the hard-working cattlemen and cattlewomen, who already have more than enough on their plates, running their cattle operations, not to mention family responsibilities yet they are willing to take time to serve their industry. Knowing the dedication and commitment these individuals have demonstrated plugging their way through the winter of 2019, one can certainly be comforted in knowing the same level of devotion to their industry comes through as they step forward to serve on committees and boards for the state, regional, or national associations. Just as making sure that calf is warm and well-taken care of during the latest blizzard, the individuals who have stepped forward to serve our industry feel a responsibility to serve because of the importance of protecting their livelihood and that of future generations. Taking the time to serve your industry comes with added responsibility, time away from
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your own operation and family, and the attitude of wanting to be involved in your future. What was impressive over this past year, was the number of younger people who ‘showed up’ at these events and demonstrated their willingness to get involved. Some were representatives of collegiate young cattlemen’s organizations and others were recently back on the ranch and all expressed that commonality of the importance of serving their industry. The leaders
GAINED WHILE GIVING One of the most exciting things I often hear when I do my presentations or visit with stockmen across the country about their roles serving their industry, is how much they gained while giving their time. The opportunity to meet and work alongside fellow producers from their states or even from across the country, to diving deep into a topic to increase their level of expertise on a topic or issue in
ducer can be comforting. Producers who have served in leadership roles have mentioned to me how their involvement provided them with an opportunity to re-charge their batteries and open their eyes to gain a different viewpoint. They often gain a new perspective realizing what is impacting them, may be universal to producers in other states. In difficult times it is reassuring to know others may be facing similar challenges.
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“The pride in what you do, the pride to produce a safe, quality beef supply for consumers, who have no possible way to grasp the hours you have put in, the exhaustion, stress, and worry you have experienced, is a testament to the excellence of individuals in agriculture and the cattle business.”
__________ the end is a rewarding experience to them. Knowing they provided input to shape the industry, participate in the discussion, and feel part of a greater team. The isolation and stress that can come from daily chores on the ranch while tackling weather challenges can be wearing. But realizing you are part of industry where your issues and challenges are not unlike that of another pro-
In fact, I heard one person say recently, these conventions are far more than just a cattlemen’s conference; they are relationship-building events. We all need fellowship especially during challenging times. Getting involved, supporting one another and gaining while giving is a testament to the people in our industry.
B. Lynn Gordon, Ph.D., Leader Consulting, LLC. Sioux Falls, SD. Lynn is an agricultural freelance writer and leadership consultant with an extensive background in the livestock industry. She can be reached at lynn@leaderconsulting.biz or through her blog at http://www.leaderconsulting.biz THE STOCKMAN | stockmanmag.com
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I interviewed in my past study mentioned their progression to leadership roles was natural. They began by showing an interest in the organization, breed, or a topic and most importantly they said, “we showed up”. I commend the younger generation for showing up, starting their progression of taking an active role, and realizing the impact industry organizations have on their businesses.
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a brand A family focused foundation reins supreme at Hilbrands Cattle Company.
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by Hilbrands Cattle Co. w/ Katie Delaney-Johnson photos courtesy Hilbrands Cattle Co.
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About two hours west of Minneapolis, you will find the little town of Clara City, Minnesota, home to Hilbrands Cattle Company. Although only six years old, Hilbrands Cattle Company is already leaving its mark on the Simmental breed. Owners Mark and Amanda Hilbrands are no strangers to
the cattle business, having built their reputations and strengthened their love for the Simmental breed before finding each other. Mark purchased his first black purebred Simmental in 1992 from 4E Simmentals at the North Dakota Black Classic. 4E Paulette
ran through the ring twice that day - selling to Canada the first time without the appropriate paperwork to head North, and Mark snagged her the second time for $2,500. He continued to build a herd and sold cattle with Tom Hook in the Bred for Balance sale while attending school at South Dakota State Unistockmanmag.com | THE STOCKMAN
In 2005, both Mark and Amanda ran across a May female in the Breeders Top 10 Sale in KY. JF Ebonys Joy 479P, “Hope”, was the first female purchased together. A few more partnership heifers were purchased over the years and in 2010 the first Jewels of the Northland Sale was held at the Hilbrands Sale Facility in Clara
City with Hecksel Simmentals and other guest consignors. By March of 2012, Mark and Amanda decided to go on an actual date without the cows. Things went well and Hilbrands Cattle Co was formed on July 2013 when they were married on the front yard at Amanda’s parents’ place in Marshall, MN. Even on that day, cows were the theme with wedding guests spending more time in the air-conditioned show barn than the wedding tent. In April of 2015, Mark and Amanda welcomed baby Kinslee Hope Hilbrands, and this coming December will be their 10th Jewels of the Northland Sale. On May 4, 2019 they will host their 2nd annual Passion for Perfection evening event sale in Clara City as well. Located in sugar beet country, the Hilbrands utilize wet beet pulp from the local sugar beet processing plan in a TMR
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versity. Amanda’s first Simmental was a show heifer, Ila, who came from Triple C Farms in Wisconsin in 1999. While also attending college at South Dakota State University, she continued to build her herd of Simmentals, breeding retired show heifers, including a few National Champion females by the names of Gabby, Jasmine, and Cherry. She competed extensively in the American Junior Simmental Association Regional and National Classic shows focusing on the bred-and-owned divisions.
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ration as well as home-raised corn silage for their herd. They calve 150 cows and bred heifers each year. Of those 150 head, about 80-90 are recipient cows carrying embryos from their top donors. With cow families being the focus of their program, they also utilize two cooperative herds to raise another 80-100 embryo transfer calves each year. The Hilbrands Cattle Company operation was built on donor cows that have proven themselves to not only produce cool show heifers, but to also be low-maintenance, front pasture cows. Baby’s Breath, Stop & Stare, and Gabby are the mainstays of the program and their daughters continue to impress as young donors them-
selves. “Embryo transfer and IVF are used extensively to make heifer calves, and we have anywhere from 15 -20 donor cows that we flush on an annual basis. As we only have a handful of AI cows, we joke that if you’re not a donor, you’re a recip around here!” says Amanda. A newer emphasis of the Hilbrands program is their ever-growing battery of promotional bulls. They were fortunate enough to purchase W/C Executive Order with Hilbrands Simmentals in 2015 from Werning Cattle Co., and he has become one of the best go-to calving ease sires with added growth. HILB Oracle, who sold for $32,000 to Badger Creek, was raised at HILB (Hilbrands
Cattle Co) and is now part of the ST Genetics line up. HILB Data Breach, a son of Oracle, is the reigning Louisville and Denver National Champion Bull. Their newest herdsire, Infinite Wisdom, is another Oracle son who will be introduced this fall. Hilbrands Cattle Co. hosts two production sale each year, Jewels of the Northland is the first weekend in December, and Passion for Perfection which is the first weekend in May. Fancy show heifers and bred females highlight the Jewels sale, while production-orientated, donor-ready pairs, fall-aged females, and herd bull prospects are the focus for Passion. Following both sales, several trucks deliver cattle across
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below HILB/SHER Data Breach 012E, 2019 National Western Stock Show Champion Simmental Bull.
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above 2015 NWSS Champion Percentage Simmental Pen of 3 Bulls.
above 2015 NWSS Reserve Champion Percentage Simmental Pen of 3 Bulls.
above 2017 NAILE Premier Exhibitor & Premier Breeder.
above 2017 NWSS Champion Percentage Pen of 3 Heifers.
above 2017 NWSS Reserve Champion Purebred Pen of 3 Heifers.
above 2018 NWSS Premier Exhibitor.
“One of our favorites each year is the Pen Show in ‘The Yards’ at the National Western Stock Show in Denver. The Yards has such a unique atmosphere that can’t be found at any other event,” offered
Mark. They have enjoyed much success in the Pen of 3 show since forming Hilbrands Cattle Co. in 2013, hanging seven Champion or Reserve Champion banners from both the bull and heifer shows. A big highlight was sweeping the 2015 Pen of 3 Percentage Simmental Bulls taking home both the Champion and Reserve Champion awards that year. Fostering a love for the show ring, the banners don’t stop there for the Hilbrands. They also found the backdrop as the 2016 NAILE SimAngus Premier Exhibitor, 2017 Ameri-
above Kinslee Hilbrands in her show barn.
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can Royal Premier Breeder and Exhibitor, 2017 NAILE SimAngus Premier Breeder and Exhibitor, and the 2018 National Western Premier Exhibitor. Most recently, they checked another big goal off their bucket list, winning the Purebred Bull Show at both the North American and National Western with HILB Data Breach. But as many moms and dads will attest, the banners won’t hold a candle to someday watching their daughter Kinslee (4) on the halter. “Growing up in the American
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the US from Connecticut to Texas to California. In addition to their production sales, Mark and Amanda keep busy exhibiting at the MN State Fair, American Royal, North American, and National Western Stock Show each year. Amanda also works as a Rep for LiveAuctions.TV since 2011.
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above Mark, Kinslee, and Amanda Hilbrands.
Junior Simmental Association, we are excited to get Kinslee involved in that great program. Not only are there amazing Scholarship opportunities offered through the Foundation, but the educational contests held at Junior Nationals are so beneficial in shaping well-rounded kids that excel in the real world.� Until then, Mark and Amanda
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say they will continue to raise cattle that work hard for their customers and keep developing their bull battery. With the help of their parents, partners, and amazing crew, they look forward to many more sales in Clara City. Hilbrands Cattle Company is a proud member of the American Simmental Association and the Minnesota Simmental Associa-
tion, where Amanda is currently serving her third term as Vice President. She also holds the Vice President seat on the Chippewa County Extension Advisory Board while Mark currently serves as a Deacon for Bethany Reformed Church. learn more facebook.com/hilbcattle
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‘Service with Integrity’
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by Hawkeye Breeders Service w/ Hilary Rossow photos courtesy Hawkeye Breeders Service
Celebrating a 50 year feat with Hawkeye Breeders Service.
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A short drive off Interstate 80 near Adel, Iowa, lies the sprawling campus of Hawkeye Breeder Services (HBS) complete with ten covered barns and individual housing for over 250 bulls, state-of-theart laboratory, and office building. David and Brandy Jensen are at the wheel of the facility, a leader in semen collection, distribution, and evaluation. David’s grandfather, Lloyd Jungmann, worked for Iowa Dairy Genetics (IDG) after discharge from
the Navy in 1946. He married his sweetheart, Doris Kirkman., and they lived in a small house on the property just north of Des Moines, Iowa. He was the herdsman, and she worked part-time as a secretary and book-keeper. Under the supervision of Dr. Greg Rapps, Lloyd’s knowledge of animal husbandry and the relatively new concept of artificial insemination grew. He watched AI grow from freshly collected semen, to frozen pellets, to glass ampules, to plastic straws. Dr. Rapps also encouraged
Lloyd to get his pilot’s license on the GI Bill and after obtaining his license, he would pick up board members to attend the monthly meetings and fly semen all over Iowa. Doris also contributed to these meetings by baking delicious pies. This love of flying has passed down through generations, and there is still an airstrip on the farm today as David and his father, Carl, also fly. In fact, one of Lloyd’s original planes still functions on the farm and is used sporadically for nostalgia’s sake.
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IDG merged with Midwest Breeders in 1965 then Genex/CRI later. Lloyd continued to collect
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semen at producers’ sites then bring the semen back to the Des Moines lab, a converted 2-stall garage, for testing and processing. Although their operations focused on dairy bulls, the Jungemanns saw great potential for AI in the beef industry, where bulls above The campus of Hawkeye Breeders Service in Adel, Iowa pictured in were colthe Fall of 2018.
lected far less frequently than their dairy counterparts. In 1969, Lloyd and Doris decided to start their own business and partnered with a Charolais breeder to house bulls for customers that wanted to collect larger volumes on their bulls. Twice weekly, he and a crew member would drive to the farm, collect the resident bulls, and bring the semen back to the lab for processing. This arrangement worked well for several years, but when the opportunity to expand arrived, Lloyd and Doris decided to start exporting semen to other countries. They bought a small farm near stockmanmag.com | THE STOCKMAN
Adel, Iowa, and began to build the current campus for the company. At this time, David started working for his grandparents while in middle school. His first jobs included mowing, painting, and picking up nails around the new barns built to house bulls. His responsibilities grew, and the experiences were invaluable as they allowed him to learn every facet of the business. David recalls, “My grandfather had a wonderful sense of humor, but he was always serious about what he did and the dangers that were involved.” Before David was allowed to come on board at Hawkeye Breeders Service, Lloyd insisted that he work for at least a year somewhere else, so he worked for a row crop farmer, Ron Peterson, during college. He
returned to HBS as it was in his blood, and his heart was home with the family operation. He started at the bottom again and worked his way up the ladder from scooping manure off the collection room floor to identifying abnormalities that degraded the viability of semen post-freeze. David’s parents, Carl and Gloria, joined the business during this time also, testing bulls on customer’s farms and assisting with collections while also handling all international shipping. Hawkeye West in Montana and Dakota Sire Service in South Dakota were both acquired a few years later, and with the help of managers Scott and Andrea Spickard and John Weston, respectively, both operations saw great success.
above Erik Skogerson puts frozen straws into goblets for U.S. distribution. below The ‘voice’ that most customers hear first, Karla Soper. Beyond her are storage units housing over 4 million straws, all privately held.
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invaluable first-hand experience in their growing business. David met one of his customof handling issues and successes er’s daughters, Brandy Fleenor, Today, Hawkeye in 1997, and married Breeder Service her at the farm in spreads over 180 2000. Their three acres outside Adel, kids are their biggest Iowa. HBS is associblessings, and David ated with two couples describes Brandy as collecting semen in his perfect partner. Kansas (Kevin and Carter, their 16-yearSheila Jensen) and old son, has started North Dakota (Tom helping with chores and Shelly Becker). on weekends and A facility was recentduring the summer. ly built in Brooklyn, They were able to Wisconsin, and is share the office with managed by Dan and above Entrance into Hawkeye Breeders Service, just 2 miles off I-80. his grandparents for Kathy Nevel. Dr. center David & Brandy Jenson family. ten years before they Patrick Phillips is below Bulls in residence at the facilty in Adel, Iowa. passed and gained
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“We never take this legacy for granted and with all the innovations and new equipment being introduced, try to stay current.”
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Although HBS has its roots in the beef industry, over 80% of collections are done on dairy bulls with 250 bulls residing on the campus. They are grateful
above Resident Veterinarian, Dr. Pat Phillips. THE STOCKMAN | stockmanmag.com
to their customers in the US and abroad. Further, the Jensens are grateful for their HBS “family” in the office and barns for being integral to their success. They look forward to a great future and the impact the next generation will have on the beef and dairy cattle industries.
proud of. Thank you everyone that has made this possible, and we look forward to working with old friends and ones that we have yet to meet!” learn more hawkeyebreeders.com | 515-993-4711
David says, “I have been around the business all of my life, it is great to see breeders that we work with hand their herds and cattle programs down to the next generation. Fifty years is definitely an achievement that we are
above (l-r) Dr. Phillips, Jordan Collins, Erik Skogerson and Jennifer Hogue, lab employees at HBS.
above Receptionist, Karla Spoer.
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their veterinarian and manages bull and semen health. All bulls are owned by their clients and no marketing is done by HBS. Despite this, over 1 million units of semen were shipped overseas last year alone. “We never take this legacy for granted and with all the innovations and new equipment being introduced, try to stay current,” says David.
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Veterinarian View
Health & Reproduction questions answered and explained.
contributed article by Vince Collison DVM Collison Embryo | Collison Veterinary Services PC
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NEWBORN CALF HEALTH As we get into the full swing of calving, we look forward to seeing new, healthy calves nursing on a fresh pasture. The reality is we probably will have to deal with mud, rain, no sun, and blizzard conditions before we get to that point. All the weather conditions that challenge producers in the Midwest can lead to health issues in new calves. PREVENTION What can producers do to reduce health risks in new calves? 1) The number one priority is to make sure calves get plenty of colostrum within 6 hours of birth. There is no substitute for this. Until the calf can start
developing its own antibodies, it depends entirely on the transfer of antibodies from the mother’s colostrum to its system. The gut is open and antibodies can cross over to the calf ’s system for a short time. The rule of thumb has been that this can happen over the first 24 hours of the calf ’s life, but the reality is that the ability to adsorb antibodies decreases until it is shut off at 24 hours. Colostrum is quantity- as well as quality-dependent. The volume of intake is just as important as the quality. If the dam does not milk very well or is an old cow quality may not be as good, and supplementing with a commercial colostrum replacer should be considered.
Many producers get colostrum from dairies and freeze it for future use; however, there is significant disease risk, primarily the chance of introducing Johne’s disease to the calf. 2) Spray the navel with iodine. One of the main ways infections get started is by entering through the navel. Even in the cleanest environments, it is important to use iodine on the navel. 3) Don’t use antibiotics at birth as a prophylactic. The main reason we try to discourage this is we don’t want to disrupt the establishment of the calf ’s natural intestinal microflora. Calf health is dependent on optimal balance of intestinal bacteria, and antibiotics can alter this balance. Also the composition of colostrum will feed the proper bacteria to establish a normal balance, leaving antibiotics unnecessary.
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4) Have a dry, bedded area that only the calves can use to get away from the mud. These areas are also a good place to put calf sized bunks to introduce creep feed. If using dry lots prior to going to grass, calves may be exposed to coccidia and show symptoms. If calves start eating creep feed early in bunks, we’ve
found that top dressing with amprolium crumbles at the approved rate can help control the symptoms. This product does not require a Veterinary Feed Directive (VFD).
issues can show up. But usually if everything is right, then the response to treatments are much better.
Overall calf health is a matter of tending to the basics of nutrition and comfort. Even with the best attention to detail, health
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Stockman Says
A review of the current cattle market.
contributed article by Bryce Wright Knoxville Regional Livestock Market, Knoxville, Iowa
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IS IT WORTH IT?
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Many of us are feeling a bit, or if I’m being honest a lot, exhausted from the extreme weather over the last several months, from calving in it, shortages of feed, rollercoaster markets, and government upheavals--why do we put ourselves through all this year after year?
go check cows or heifers calving, hoping I don’t have to pull one or help keep one alive in these frigid temps? Why do I get up every morning to start tractors and feed cows for hours? Why do I go out in the country, in all the varying elements, to look at and sort cattle every week?
As I sit here looking out the window, watching the wind whip a freezing mist around, I’m thinking, why in the heck would I want to go back outside? Why do I want to put on layers of clothing and muck boots to go slide through mud where I just put down cornstalks 30 minutes ago, praying I don’t find a newborn laying in the perfectly wrong spot? Why do I get up throughout the night to
I do it because I love it! I bleed it. It runs in my veins. I can’t ever seem to get enough of it. My
hunch is that most of you feel the same. In spite of all the worry and work, there’s a sense of pride we feel during calving season. We’re the caretakers of the cows so they can bring life into this world. I take great pride in knowing that I helped that newborn calf get started. I enjoy riding through my cows and tagging new calves as they’re born and seeing if I selected the right bulls last year. Is it easy? Heck no! If it was easy, anyone could do what we do! Problems are inevitable this time of year. Firstcalf heifers may not readily claim a calf or they’re bred to what was “supposed to be” a calving ease bull. We’re going to have sets of twins or backwards stockmanmag.com | THE STOCKMAN
“We have to aim to do our best, but not aim for perfection because Mother Nature is going to challenge us at every turn.”
__________ calves or a calf that gets stepped on or laid on, but that’s all part of it. The weather isn’t going to be perfect for us. Calves are going to get sick and were going to lose some; we might even lose a cow. We have to aim to do our best but not aim for perfection because Mother Nature is going to challenge us at every turn. Sure, there are days when that 9-5, Monday through Friday job looks pretty good. Just think, you get to work inside where it’s always nice and dry and warm. You probably get vacation and even paid time off. You get sick days, and you get to stay home, inside and have chicken noodle soup. You have employer-paid insurance, even a 401K and all the other benefits that come with it. Tempting thought on days like this.
fence, looking at my customer’s cattle, or working at the livestock auction. This year, calving season has been a lot of work. A lot of folks have experienced losses due to extreme weather, while others have had to sell large percentages of their herds because of drought. It’s disheartening, maybe even heartbreaking. But in these times, I try to remember: this is all part of what we do. On days like these, I ask myself, is this really all worth it? The answer is always “yes!” God made a Rancher. Not everyone can do what we do. For all of it, I am grateful.
But then I get real with myself and remember, I couldn’t do it! I am defiantly not made that way. I’ve got to be outside, whether it’s working with livestock, fixing
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Bryce Wright is a Field Rep at Knoxville Regional Livestock Market in Knoxville, IA. Contact him at 515-971-2398.
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LEROY JACKSON INDUCTED INTO IOWA HEREFORD HALL OF FAME
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LeRoy Jackson of Jackson Hereford Farms, Mechanicsville, is the newest member of the Iowa Hereford Hall of Fame. He was honored during the Iowa Hereford Breeders Association’s (IHBA) banquet during the Iowa Beef Expo. The Iowa Hereford Hall of Fame honors people who have had a significant impact on the breed in the state. The name ‘Jackson’ has been synonymous with high-quality Hereford cattle for generations, with the beginning of their herd dating back to the 1890’s. Being brought up in a family Hereford operation, it’s no surprise that LeRoy Jackson followed that path; but over the years he has made his own mark in the family operation, in the Hereford breed and in his involvement with both youth and adult activities in the state of Iowa. LeRoy bought his first show heifer at the state Hereford sale, and for many years both raising and showing Herefords was his pastime and his passion. The first year LeRoy showed in 4-H was back in 1951, and he exhibited the champion Hereford steer at the Cedar County Fair that year. During his early years, LeRoy showed in local, state and national shows, and he did very well - including a division champion and the champion Hereford carcass steer at the Chicago International Livestock Show. LeRoy met and married his wife Joyce – and they were partners in the business and life for 44 years. While raising their family, summer activities were centered around the cattle and junior shows where
their children Brian, Brad, Craig and Nicole participated. LeRoy and Joyce were committed to guiding and supporting not only their own children, but they were strong above Iowa Hereford Breeders Association President Marilyn Lenth advocates presents the 2019 Iowa Hereford Hall of Fame award to LeRoy Jackson of of helping Mechanicsville. all youth. LeRoy was bar of quality and efficiency. For a 4-H leader many years, he consigned cattle for many years and was eventualto the Winter Beef Expo, dating ly awarded the Diamond Clover, back as far as the very first year the marking 20 years of 4-H leaderExpo began, in 1976. ship. LeRoy and Joyce together were presented a certificate of LeRoy has served on the Iowa appreciation for their assistance Hereford Breeders Association given to the Lincoln FFA chapter in board of directors and is a past 1985. As a couple, they served as president of the board. He has been advisors for the Iowa Junior Heractive in many other support roles eford Association for many years, too, including serving on the Kirkand were presented the ‘Honorary wood Community College Beef Member Award’ in 1990 by the Advisory Board for many years, IJHA. That strong show of supand the Cedar County Cattlemen’s port to Hereford youth continues Association board. Over the years, today, as LeRoy and the Jackson LeRoy has had many judging apfamily sponsor the ‘Buell and Helpointments across Iowa, Wisconsin en Jackson Memorial Scholarship’ and Illinois; the National Cattle annually, to a deserving young Congress in Waterloo; and the member of the Iowa Junior HereMuscatine, Jackson, Clayton, Jones ford Association. and Scott County Fairs in Iowa. LeRoy has served our country as LeRoy has spent his life actively a member of the Iowa National managing the Jackson Hereford Guard. herd, along with his family. He is the fourth generation involved with LeRoy’s Hereford roots run the herd, and the fifth generation deep, his passion is strong, and is active with it today. A strong his dedication to helping mold the production herd, they have contindirection of our industry and youth ued to seek out ways to produce has been monumental. high quality cattle that can raise the stockmanmag.com | THE STOCKMAN
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PenPower Book Marketing Services and Rocking R Books is pleased to announce that New Mexico author Connie Perez’s debut children’s book, Home on the Rocking R Ranch, has received a Mom’s Choice Gold® Award. The book, which introduces children to the dayto-day tasks of a working ranch, took home the top honors in the Children’s Picture Books: Domestic Animals & Pets category. “It’s an honor to receive such a prestigious award,” says Perez. “The Mom’s Choice Awards are known for connecting consumers to the best in family friendly products and it’s an incredible honor to receive their highest level Gold Award.” Home on the Rocking R Ranch gives readers a glimpse into the necessary tasks required in order to keep the ranch going during all 4 seasons of the year. By joining ranchers Rusty and Rosie, and cow dog Raspberry, children can learn about everything from feeding and maintaining the ranch to branding, vaccinating, and preparing calves for the market. Perez’s inspiration for the book came from her own experiences working on a ranch, and she combines that knowledge with her teaching background to craft a story that is as informative as it is entertaining. Through vibrant illustrations by the author and easily accessible dialog, Perez brings the essential elements of the craft to children both inside and outside the ranching community. In addition, a glossary combined with labels on every page gives young readers the chance to expand their vocabulary. Perez is already hard at work on the second book in the Rocking R Ranch series entitled Kuper Visits the Rocking R Ranch, which further expands
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Most used tool on your farm?
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The most important tool that I use on the farm each and everyday is my iPhone. It allows me to answer emails, research the Angus Breed, keep in touch with other producers, staff, and the owners of W$C in Florida. This is an invaluable piece of technology. I can do everything cattle on the road, farm, or from home while multitasking at the same time. I couldn’t do my job without it.”
Your go to sorting apparatus?
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It has to be my sorting paddle/pole. Although it is rather simple, sometimes it is the simplest of tools that allow us to get our day-to-day accomplished.”
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The most important lesson(s) you’ve learned in this business?
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Two of the most important lessons that I have learned are ones that my parents implanted in me when I was a child. I still live by them everyday. 1) Simply put, treat people how you wish to be treated, no exceptions. 2) A man’s word is only as good as the man it’s coming from.”
Describe your WORST day on the farm.
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My worst day on the farm is one that I will never forget. I had a donor cow that I was rather fond of and when the day came for her to calve, she prolapsed, tore a blood vessel, and a short time later passed away.”
Which animal (of any species) has left the greatest impact on you?
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I would say ‘Old Red’. She was a Santa Gertrudis cow. ‘Old Red’ was the boss cow of my grandfather’s herd when I was a young boy and she was something else. She lived seventeen years and always seemed to have the best calves, each year better than the last. She was a great mama cow, a perfect example what you want to observe between mother and calf.”
Your favorite non-farm activity?
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In my free time, I try to do a little hunting and fishing. I have also been known to coach my three girls softball teams and help them work out at home. Many, many hours of fixing swings, throws, and throwing at the field or in the yard.”
What about the beef cattle industry excites you the most?
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I can’t think of a better time to be in the beef industry. What excites me the most is being able to have day-to-day interaction with other Angus breeders and sharing helpful information with each other. We are all learning new things everyday, and how wonderful to be able to receive helpful information or to be able to share some.”
What is your least favorite job on the farm?
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My least favorite thing to do on the farm is to terminate an employee. Getting acquainted with them and their family and knowing that my decision will impact them all is difficult. Even though you really like them as a person, sometimes they are not a good fit for the farm. It’s always a tough decision to have to make.”
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David Powell General Manager, Wall Street Cattle Co. Lebanon, Missouri
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I have been in the middle of everything cattle since I was able to walk. My grandfather, Bruce, as everyone who knew him called him, gave me my first taste of cattle farming. I was hooked from the very beginning. He instilled in me the importance of hard work and that no matter the size of the task everything was important to the successes of the farm. In 2018, my family and I made a decision that would change all of our lives for the better. After talking and praying as a family, we decided to make a move to Lebanon, Missouri as I was
accepted the position as General Manager of Wall Street Cattle Company. Up until that time my wife, Amy, and I had lived our entire lives in the South, as did our daughters Katie (19), Sarah (15), and Emily (14). I am happy to say this is a job of a lifetime. The owners of the farm, my staff and their families are like our extended family. My family and I are grateful for this opportunity, and all the people that make this a great place to live and work.
Join us on Saturday, October 31, 2020 at our Ranch in Lebanon for our Inaugural Angus sale. This sale promises to be one you will not soon forget. With 200 animals to choose from, a live concert featuring local and national talent and great food you will want to save the date for this great event.� learn more
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