Simmental focus nov2015 web

NOVEMBER 2015

Canadian Publication Mail Product Agreement No. 40005367

Vol. 25 No. 5

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Perkin Land & Cattle Co. Will Be Offering Females For Sale Once Again At The

Workman Farms & Guests Female Sale

November 28, 2015 1:00 p.m. Killarney, MB

... and a dozen bred heifers.

Call for details!

Including some productive young cows...

Contact us for all your grain corn, silage corn and soybean needs...

Darryl & Tanya Perkin & Family Box 138 Elgin, MB. R0K 0T0 204-769-2159

Early pay discounts still available!

www.perkinlandandcattle.com

Just launched our new website.

Check it out!

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On Offer:  90 bred heifers

 30 bred cows

Bred to our herdbull battery and industry leading A.I. Sires.

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FEMALE PRODUCTION SALE DECEMBER 15,2015 1:00 p.m.

Heartland Livestock, Virden, MB

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This issue we “focus” on: Down The Trail.........................................................7,34 On The Roundup.......................................................7 Ad Index....................................................................37 New Beginnings........................................................8 Success In The Showring..........................................10 Beef Producers Applaud TPP Agreement.................12 Weaning Tips............................................................14,22 Cowboy Ground Beef & Bean Casserole Recipe.....18 CSA Board of Directors............................................22 Elm Tree Farms Online Sale Results........................24

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On The Cover..........

A beautiful Simmental sunset at Triple T Diamond Simmentals, Lundar, MB. (Photo courtesy of Angela Thorgilsson, Triple T Diamond Simmentals)

Simmental Focus

The official publication of the Manitoba Simmental Association published six times per year.

Box 2296, Carman, Manitoba R0G 0J0 PUBLISHER/EDITOR- Joanne Best Phone 204-745-3255 Cell 204-750-2350 Email: jjbest@mymts.net MARKETING & SALES- John Best Cell 204-750-4270 ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT- Cheryl Lehmann Cell 204-851-3808 Email: wtwright@mynetset.ca SUBSCRIPTIONS: All members of the Manitoba, Saskatchewan and Alberta Simmental Associations receive Simmental Focus free of charge. As well, Simmental Focus is mailed to approximately 2000 commercial producers in the prairie provinces and to interested breeders throughout Canada and the U.S. If you would like to receive Simmental Focus, send your name and COMPLETE mailing address to Simmental Focus, Box 2296, Carman MB R0G 0J0. Outside Canada, please enclose $10 (U.S. Funds) to cover first-class postage.

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Down The Trail.............

November 14 Pembina Triangle Simmental Association 35th Annual Sale, Cypress River, MB November 19 Maronda Simmentals Complete Bred Female and Walking Herdsire Dispersal, Olds, AB November 21 Western Harvest Heifer Sale, Innisfail, AB November 25 Canadian Western Agribition Simmental Show & Sale, Regina, SK November 28 Workman Farms & Guests Female Sale, Killarney, MB November 30 Harvest Hoedown Sale, Neepawa, MB December 1 Camrose Country Classic, Camrose, AB December 3 Maple Lake Stock Farms Female & Prospect Sale, Hartney, MB December 4 Lone Stone Farms Red Angus & Simmental Bred Heifer Dispersal Sale, Westlock, AB December 5 Majestic Cattle Co. Commercial Female & Bull Sale, Lethbridge, AB December 7 M & S Cattle Co. Complete Purebred & Commercial Herd Dispersal, Lloyminster, SK The Source of Elite Simmental Genetics Sale, Lloydminster, SK December 8 Keystone Konnection Sale, Brandon, MB December 10 Transcon’s 38th Annual Simmsational Simmental Sale, Moose Jaw, SK December 13 Mar Mac Farms New Generation Female Sale, Brandon, MB December 14 Shades of the Prairies Sale, Brandon, MB December 15 Bonchuk Farms Female Production Sale, Virden, MB Southern Alberta Simmental Round Up Bull & (continued on page 34) Female Sale, Stavely, AB

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Well, October sure flew by, literally! We had some pretty breezy days on the prairies, Mother Nature did some rearranging of a few grain bins and some had help with the dreaded fall yard cleanup! But we survived, and actually, we can’t really complain about the above seasonal temperatures we had in October. It was nice to finish up the harvest without a toque!! Plus, those sunny days were much needed to complete the fall “to do” list before we settle into another good ole Canadian winter! Wait.... did I say “complete?”

I meant “put a dint in...” ...And how about those Blue Jays!!! They sure had the whole country following every pitch! Although they came up a little short in the end, they gave it all they had, and put together an incredible post-season, way to go boys! You made your country proud! And, well, I guess there’s always next year!! ... On the political side... I guess red is the new blue! Time will tell whether our fellow Canadians have made the right choice.... on the plus side, at least he has nice hair! Buckle up folks, could be quite a ride! ... Pretty quiet on the news front... a few new additions to report, and a wedding, details elsewhere in this issue... remember to send us your announcements folks. ... As we evaluate the early fall female sales, the results indicate that the demand for strong Simmental seedstock is still highly sought after. ... Well, that’s all I got for now, we will be hittin’ the fall show and sale run shortly, so flag us down if you have time to shoot the...breeze and have a...Coca Cola.... and maybe we can talk cows....

John

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New Beginnings

Hunter William Bonchuk was born September 19, 2015 weighing 7 lbs. 8 oz, 19.5 inches long. Proud parents are Holly & Tyler Bonchuk and big brother Jase and grand parents Dave & Marnee Bonchuk, Bonchuk Farms, Solsgirth and Wayne & Colleen Gardiner, Lakeland, MB

Congratulations to Jennilee & Dustin Stewart, Rainbow River Simmentals, Minnedosa, MB who were married October 10, 2015.

Leelynn Grace Fornwald was born October 7, 2015 weighing 7 lbs 6 oz, and measuring 20 inches long.

Proud parents are Darnell Fornwald, Bouchard Livestock, and Jessica Scheer.

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Success In The Showring

CSCC Miss Sweet Thang 375B, shown by Sydney DeKoning of the Neepawa 4-H Beef Club was named Champion Simmental Heifer, Champion Yearling Heifer (over all breeds), Best Homegrown Yearling Heifer and went on to win Supreme Champion Female at the Neepawa and Area Fat Stock Show this July.

TWL Ellie Winning Fancy Lady Classic in Carberry, shown by Mary Jane Robinson, Twin Oak Livestock, Treherne, MB.

Ivy Perkin, Perkin Land & Cattle Co., Elgin, MB had Grand Champion Steer in the Souris 4-H Beef Club.

Liam Perkin, Perkin Land & Cattle Co., Elgin, MB had Reserve Grand Champion Steer in the Souris 4-H Beef Club.

Deadline For The December Issue Of Simmental Focus Is November 10.

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Beef Producers Applaud TPP Agreement

Calgary, AB – The Canadian Cattlemen’s Association (CCA) strongly supports the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) Agreement reached October 5 in Atlanta. A TPP agreement ensures Canadian beef producers can improve access to Japan and other growing markets in Asia. Under the deal reached today, Canada could double or triple its annual beef exports to Japan to nearly $300 million.

CCA President Dave Solverson called the agreement a game-changer for Canada’s beef industry -- and Canadian agriculture as a whole. “This is really fantastic news for Canada’s beef producers,” he said “Canada’s beef producers have long needed to have equal access to these important markets in order to compete with Australian and U.S. beef. Now, through this agreement, Canada will receive the same preferential access to these markets as its competitors, leveling the playing field for Canadian beef producers once and for all.”

CCA Vice President and Foreign Trade Chairman Dan Darling said it was a major priority for Canadian beef producers to ensure that the TPP would result in a level playing field for all beef competitors in the TPP region. “I am pleased to say we have achieved that. The TPP agreement ensures Canadian beef producers will enjoy significantly improved access to Japan and other growing markets in Asia,” he said.

The TPP is an agreement amongst 12 countries from both sides of the Pacific Ocean. Canada already has duty free access for beef with many of them, including the U.S. and Mexico, and now the TPP will gradually reduce a 38.5 per cent tariff on Canadian beef in Japan down to 9 per cent in 15 years, including an immediate cut to 27.5 per cent on day one of the agreement coming into force that will restore our competitive position with Australian beef. (continued on page 16)

TWL 357C Corey

TWL 235C Corissa

Hills Wild Child X Tess Ms Shocker 357P

Hills Wild Child X Perks Cleo 233Y

Gary, Josie & Mary Jane Robinson Treherne, MB H: 204-723-2275 C: 204-526-5010 Email: twinoaklimousin@hotmail.com

JG: 403-556-5563 DP: 403-323-3985 GN: 780-542-0634

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5 Suggestions To Help You Help Your Calves

By Kevin Hill, DVM., Technical Services Veterinarian, Merck Animal Health

Weaning time means a stressful time for calves. In fact, weaning day may be the most stressful time in a calf’s life and how calves are managed before, during and after weaning plays a big part in how successful they are in the feedyard and on the rail. By considering these five management tips, you can reduce stress at weaning and help protect calves against bovine respiratory disease (BRD). That sets them up for success in the feedlot.

Calves are especially vulnerable and immunecompromised when weaning-related stressors – namely separation from the cow, vaccination, shipping, commingling and nutritional changes – all happen within a short timeframe. Here are five weaning management suggestions to prepare calves nutritionally and immunologically to face these challenges. #1 Spread out the stressors

The goal on weaning day should be to separate the calf from the cow. Period. It is the most stressful day of the calf’s life, so ideally, other stressors should not be added to it. All the other necessities – vaccination, nutrition and shipping – should each have a different designated day for completion to minimize stress on the calf’s immune system. Calves that are shipped off the ranch 45-60 days after weaning are able to adjust to maternal deprivation and new nutrition before adding the stress of acclimating to a new grow-yard environment. However, if it’s not possible to keep them that long, consider using a proven backgrounder who is close by and experienced in preparing calves for success in the feedlot. #2 Examine your vaccination strategy

Vaccine choices present another stress management option, as some products can themselves be a significant source of stress. For example, because intranasal vaccines are applied within the calf’s nasal passages, their contents do not enter the bloodstream where most adverse reactions are initiated. Timing also is important. Instead of waiting to vaccinate calves following arrival at the feedyard (where they may encounter disease well before the vaccine has a chance to take effect), the ideal time to vaccinate calves is two to three weeks prior to weaning, providing early protection against respiratory and clostridial diseases. Booster doses can be given once the calves have settled down and are eating well, typically about two to three weeks post-weaning. #3 Consider creep feeding

Nutrition plays a big role in transitioning a calf from nursing and grazing grass to weaning. One lowstress nutrition program is creep feeding, which is a great way to teach calves to eat from a feed bunk. Start offering calves a grain supplement that helps them keep gaining weight. When the cows are removed, calves will be adapted to the grass and supplemental bunk feed, and they will continue to gain weight efficiently.

Introduce creep feed two to six weeks prior to weaning. Access to water troughs before weaning also will help calves learn that not all water is in a pond or stream. #4 Don’t forget mineral supplementation

There are important minerals and vitamins that every calf needs for strong immunity, and ideally, they should be consuming mineral well before weaning. Mineral deficiencies will contribute directly to immune function deficiencies. Because mineral needs vary widely by geography, it’s best to consult with your veterinarian or nutritionist on how to best meet your specific needs.

(continued on page 22)

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TPP Agreement

(contined from page 12)

Solverson and Darling thanked Prime Minister Stephen Harper and International Trade Minister Ed Fast for making a strong effort for Canadian beef producers at the TPP negotiating table. The CCA has provided support to the Minister throughout the Ministerial meetings, including in Atlanta last week, and appreciates his resolve to get a deal following a meeting in Hawaii in July that despite gaining much momentum, ended without an agreement due to the complexities of the negotiations. The CCA also thanks Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada Minister Gerry Ritz for his leadership to ensure the TPP is a net positive for Canadian farmers.

Other wins for Canadian beef producers in the TPP include achieving elimination of beef tariffs in Vietnam and Malaysia, two countries that have not traditionally been significant beef consumers, but have been identified as potentially important markets in the future as their level of economic development increases. The TPP also addresses the exclusion of some beef access from previous agreements with Peru and Chile.

The CCA is also very pleased that Canada has secured its place as one of the founding members of the TPP. This is extremely important it gives Canada a say in the terms of entry for additional countries that may want to join the TPP in the future. Already Korea and Taiwan have indicated they wish to join and the CCA will want to ensure they are removing all barriers to Canadian beef as part of their entry requirements to the TPP. For further information, contact: Gina Teel Communications Manager Canadian Cattlemen’s Association 403-275-8558 403-275-8558 x 306 | teelg@cattle.ca

Deadline For The December Issue Of Simmental Focus Is November 10.

Call Or Text 204-750-2350 Or Email jjbest@mymts.net To Book Your Space!!

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Cowboy Ground Beef and Bean Casserole

Round up your posse with this yummy quick and easy one-pot casserole. This retro-inspired recipe packs in some serious nutrition. Top with grated cheese to get all four food groups in each serving. Each serving is an excellent source of zinc and a very high source of fibre.

1 tbsp (15 mL) vegetable oil 1 onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 lb (500 g) Canadian Extra Lean or Lean Ground Beef Sirloin* 1 tbsp (15 mL) chili powder 1 can (28 oz/796 mL) no-salt added diced tomatoes 1 cup (250 mL) sodium-reduced chicken broth 1 can (14 oz/398 mL) beans in tomato sauce 2 cups (500 mL) frozen mixed vegetables 2 cups (500 mL) dried wagon wheel or penne pasta 1. Heat oil over medium-high heat in large heavy saucepan or Dutch oven. Add onion and garlic; cook until aromatic, about 1 minute. Add ground beef, breaking up with wooden spoon; cook until browned, about 5 minutes. Drain, if desired.

2. Stir in chili powder, tomatoes, broth, canned beans and frozen vegetables; bring to boil.

3. Stir in pasta; reduce heat, cover and simmer until pasta is tender, about 15 minutes. *Other Options: Use Lean or Extra Lean Ground Round, Lean Ground Chuck or Lean/Extra Lean Ground Beef (from www.beefinfo.org)

Homestead-T Miss 241B

Homestead-T Miss 235B

Homestead-T Miss 211B

KOP Maximus x Renegade

CMS Simmer x Double Bar D Meka

KOP Maximus x CEN Laredo

Marcel & Aline Theroux & Sons Box 215 Notre Dame De Lourdes, MB R0G 1M0 Ph: 204-248-2008 Email: matheroux@hotmail.com Marcel’s cell: 204-750-1147 David’s cell: 204-750-1039

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TOP NOTCH 15B

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TOP NOTCH x EXODUS

MARSH 7C

B.D. JAN 5/15

100% FULL FLECK MAGNUM x BAR NONE MAINSTREAM

MAGNA 2C

B.D. JAN 3/15

100% FULL FLECK SUNNY VALLEY DAKOTA x CHAMPS ROMANO

MAGNUS 3C

100% FULL FLECK MAGNUM x CHAMPS TRILOGY

CRUISE 12C

B.D. JAN 26/15

POLLED FULL FLECK CROSSROAD RADIUM x ANCHOR D VIPER

B.D. JAN 3/15

100% FULL FLECK MAGNUM x CHAMPS TRILOGY

RITZ 5C

B.D. JAN 7/15

POLLED FULL FLECK SUNNY VALLEY DAKOTA x CROSSROADS TUXEDO

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JAGUAR 21B

B.D. OCT 20/14

100% FULL FLECK MAGNUM x JAHARI

SHERWOOD 16B

B.D. OCT 9/14

100% FULL FLECK MAGNUM x FGAF SELDOM 835L

“Our foundation genetics are within your reach!”

“Polled, Horned, Fullblood, Fleckvieh genetics at their best.”

Ed & Lynne Anderson Boissevain, MB Ph: 204-534-6096 C: 204-534-7533

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Weaning Tips (continued from page 14) #5 Evaluate economic impact of implants

Implants can have a significant impact on economic outcome. If an owner is going to be weaning and keeping calves for six weeks or longer, he or she should be looking at the value of using implants. The investment is low, and the return can be as much as $30-$40 per head in added value. Implanting can be conveniently added to the pre-conditioning program – optimally about three weeks prior to weaning.

The bottom line is that we’re in a new, economically rewarding age in terms of calf value. The new economics of today make the old evaluations of nutrition, pre-conditioning and implanting irrelevant. High returns on investment from all these suggested practices present a strong argument that these management strategies need to be seriously evaluated on every ranch. And fortunately, what’s best for the calf and what’s best for the rancher go hand in hand.

Source: Merck Animal Health Friends, if you would like to continue receiving Simmental Focus & your mailing address has changed or been updated, e.g. new postal code, or a box # or site # added, please send us the updated address. Canada Post will not deliver it without the correct address, and you will be removed from the mailing list. Please take a moment to check the mailing label on your copy and contact us by calling 204-745-3255 or email to have your address corrected (particularly if it says General Delivery).

Please help us continue to send your free copy of Simmental Focus. Thank You!

2015-2016 Canadian Simmental Association Board Of Directors

Left to Right: Dan Skeels, AB; Garth Rancier, AB; Francis Gagnon, QC; Kelly Ashworth, SK; Lee McMillen, SK; Maureen Mappin-Smith, AB; Blair McRae, MB; Lacey Fisher, NS; Dave Milliner, ON.

Consigning 12 Bred Heifers To The Harvest Hoedown Sale

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Monday, November 30th, 2015 Neepawa, MB Sale Managed by Transcon Livestock Corp.

Consigning 2 Bred Heifers To The Keystone Konnection Sale

Tuesday, December 8th, 2015 Brandon, MB Sale Managed by Keystone Sales Management

Polled Red & Black Purebred 2015 Sale Heifers

Fullblood & Full Fleck 2015 Sale Heifers

Cameron & Myrna Schweitzer & Family Decker, MB H: 204-764-2604 Cam Cell: 204-365-6092 Myrna Cell: 204-365-7307 Email: schweitz@mymts.net

Located 1 mile East & 2 1/2 miles North of Decker, MB

Visit our webpage at www.simmentalbreeders.ca

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Elm Tree Farms “Endless Possibilities” Online Sale October 16-18, 2015

Heifers Lot 2- Elm Tree Caviar Dreams 3C purchased

by Mark Land & Cattle, Irma, Alberta for $7,750 Lot 1- Elm Tree Brie ET 33B purchased by Mark Land & Cattle, Irma, Alberta for $6,000 Lot 4- Elm Tree Charmer 1C purchased by Boisvert Simmentals, St-Germain-Grantham, Quebec for $5,500 Lot 3- Elm Tree Copper 22C purchased by Brittany Barkley, Ingleside, Ontario for $4,000 Bulls Lot 6- Elm Tree Challenger 2C purchased by Operasdora Genetica Bovina (Octavio Barrera), Mexico for $7,500 Lot 5- Elm Tree Blockbuster 34B purchased

by Nolara Farms, Mayerthorpe, Alberta for $6,000 Lot 7- ETF Beer Money 40B purchased by Mountain Road Simmentals, Tamworth, Ontario for $4,500 Pick of the 2016 Elm Tree Zander 11Z Calves Purchased by Stout Brothers Simmentals, Bluffton, Alberta for $6,750

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A SNEAK PEAK OF OUR SALE FEMALES Consigning 4 Bred Heifers to the Harvest Hoedown Sale November 30, 2015 Neepawa, MB

DMJ MISS 22B

DMJ MISS 23B

S: PWK Dynamite 6T 49Y D: Miss DMJ 4Y Bred to: SS/PR High Voltage 244X

S: PWK Dynamite 6T 49Y D: SBSF Popcorn 22P Bred to: DMJ Mr 2Z

DMJ MISS 38B

S: PWK Dynamite 6T 49Y D: DMJ Miss 6X Bred to: SS/PR High Voltage 244X

Our 4th consignment is DMJ Miss 48B Sired by Perks Zeus 1421Z View catalog online at www.transconlivestock.com

Consigning

3 Open Heifers to the Keystone Konnection Sale

S: Ellingson Klondike Y123 D: DMJ Miss 16A

December 8, 2015 Brandon, MB

S: Ellingson Klondike Y123 D: DMJ Miss 9A

S: Perks Zeus 1421Z D: BDS Miss Bombshell 8X

Dana, Megan & Terron Johns, Kenton, MB H: 204-838-2003 C: 204-365-7149 E: johnsdm@goinet.ca

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crest view

Consigns to 2015 Keystone Konnection Sale December 8, 2015 Brandon, MB

CSV 7B

CVC 4C

S: WHEATLAND RED ACE 747T DS: BODYBUILDER BRED: WFL ABSOLUTE 91Y

S: MSBC BORON 7A (SRS RIGHT ON 22R) DS: LFE BRING DOWN THE HOUSE

CSV 46C S: NAC PETE 18Y (RASHAD) DS: MV RED LIGHT 406

CSV 8B

CSV 36C

S: WFL IDENTITY 23X DS: BODYBUILDER BRED: WFL ABSOLUTE 91Y

S: MSBC BORON 7A (SRS RIGHT ON 22R) DS: MUIRHEADS KOSMO146U

we strive to produce workable cattle for our customers thank you to our 2015 bull buyers Cam Ramsey, Hamiota, MB JL Bar Cattle Co., Austin, MB Terry Szucki, Polonia, MB Wisnoski Bros., Eden, MB

Kurt Desjardin, McCreary, MB Craig Turchinski, Minnedosa, MB Derek Marcinyk, Erickson, MB Gerald Woywada, Erickson, MB

Crest View Land & Cattle Co. Ltd. Terry & Freda Woychyshyn & Family Box 301 Erickson, MB R0J 0P0 H: 204-865-2213 C: 204-867-7139 Email: crestviewltd@gmail.com

Sevick Simmental Ranch, Hussar, AB Primrose Farms, Russell, MB Greg McConnell, Neepawa, MB Bill Martin, Neepawa, MB

Crest View Ranch Greg, Amanda & Chet Woychyshyn Box 2035 Minnedosa, MB R0J 1E0 H: 204-865-2475 C: 204-867-7110 Email: crestviewcattleco@hotmail.com

HARVEST HOEDOWN SALE

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November 30, 2015 Neepawa, MB

* Consigning 10 bred heifers and 1 open heifer * Bred to exciting sires like NCB Cobra, Wheatland Red Earth and NCL Upgrade!

Ph: (204) 564-2509 E: chescu@xplornet.ca

TWIN BRAE SIMMENTALS Barry & Glenda Chescu Box 139 Inglis, MB R0J 0X0

C: (204) 937-7180 or (204) 247-0187

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Harvest Hoedown Sale

November 30, 2015 Neepawa, MB

Triple T Brazil 624B S: Anchor D Viper 103W

Triple T Aurora 658B S: Big Sky Edgar

Triple T Magenta 625B S: Skors Enticer 91Y

Triple T Blaire 628B S: Skors Enticer 91Y

Triple T Bianca 637B S: Anchor D Imax 250Y

Wade & Angela Thorgilsson & Family Ph: 204.762.5492 W cell: 204.739.3225 A cell: 204.739.3094

Triple T Angelina 612B S: Champs Romano

Stewart & Carla Thorgilsson & Family Ph: 204.762.6156 S cell: 204.739.8301 Lundar, MB

www.tripletdiamondsimmentals.com

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WILC 3C

TCW 12C

She Sells at the PTSA Sale Sire: CMS Skywalker 305A

TCW 25C

She Sells at the PTSA Sale Sire: CMS Skywalker 305A

TCW 123C

She Sells at the PTSA Sale Sire: Mr NLC Upgrade U8676

ET CALF

She Sells at the Agribition Sale

Sire: SHS Enticer P1B

Join us on November 14, 2015 in Cypress River for the 35 Annual Pembina Triangle Simmental Association Sale and November 25,2015 in Regina for the 45th Annual Agribition Simmental Sale th

Wilcox Simmentals

Twin Meadow Livestock

Ernie & Betty Wilcox Anthony & Ariel Wilcox H: (204) 723-2735 C: (204) 526-7183 Box 22 Treherne, MB R0G 2V0 Email: wilcoxs@wilcoxsimmentals.com

Pat & Tracey Wilcox H: (204) 723-2386 C: (204) 526-7060 C: (204) 723-0029 Box 531 Treherne, MB R0G 2V0 Email: pwilcox@mymts.net

www.wilcoxsimmentals.com

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Mark Your Calendar The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair, Toronto, ON ∙ The Royal Elite All Breeds Sale, November 6, 2015 ∙ Simmental Show November 7, 2015 Farm Fair International, Edmonton, AB ∙ Simmental Show November 12, 2015 Canadian Western Agribition, Regina, SK ∙ Simmental Show & Sale November 25, 2015

Friends, if you would like to continue receiving Simmental Focus & your mailing address has changed or been updated, e.g. new postal code, or a box # or site # added, please send us the updated address. Canada Post will not deliver it without the correct address, and you will be removed from the mailing list.

Please take a moment to check the mailing label on your copy and contact us by calling 204-745-3255 or email to have your address corrected (particularly if it says General Delivery). Please help us continue to send your free copy of Simmental Focus.

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Consigning to the

Harvest Hoedown Sale

November 30, 2015 Neepawa, MB CBW 35B

S: BLCC Blackjack Bred: WFL Absolute April 1 CBW 42B

S: Beef King Bred: WFL Absolute April 1 CBW 63B

S: OLF Odin Bred: WFL Absolute April 1

Box 15 Solsgirth, MB R0J 2B0

Calvin cell: (204) 764-0260 H: (204) 842-3785

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Down The Trail.............

December 18 Friday Night Lights Sale, Olds, AB December 19 Transcon’s National Trust “On Ice” Chapter VIII, Red Deer, AB Checkers Simmental Sale, Ponoka, AB December 20 Transcon’s Fleckvieh Equation Fullblood Simmental Sale, Red Deer, AB Transcon’s Ultimate Red & Black XVII, Red Deer, AB December 22 Spring Creek Simmentals Golden Opportunity II Sale, Moosomin, SK December 31 New Years Resolution Frozen Genetic Sale Volume IV, Saskatoon, SK

2016 Sales January 30 Lazy S Ranch Bull Sale, Mayerthorpe, AB February 11 Janzen Ranches 23rd Annual Simmental & Red Angus Bull Sale, Rosemary, AB February 12 Bata/Olafson Simmental Sale, Rugby, ND February 14 Diamond M Ranch 4th Annual Bull Sale, Estevan, SK February 15 Rendezvous Farms “Holiday Monday” 12th Annual Simmental Bull & Female Sale, Ste Rose du Lac, MB February 18 M & J Farms Bull Sale, Russell, MB February 21 Bonchuk Farms Annual Bull Sale, Virden, MB February 24 Crossroad Farms 9th Annual Bull Sale, Shell Lake, SK February 25 11th Annual Robb/Hoegl Bull Sale, Lloydminster, SK February 27 Lewis Farms 31st Annual Bull Sale, Spruce Grove, AB February 29 14th Annual Muirhead Cattle Co. Bull Sale, Shellbrook, SK Simmental Summit 4th Annual Bull Sale, Bentley, AB March 1 Double Bar D “Best of Both Worlds” Bull & Female Sale, Grenfell, SK

March 2 Erixon Simmentals Annual Bull & Female Sale, Saskatoon, SK 21st Annual Herdmaster Bull Sale, Camrose, AB March 4 LaBatte Simmentals with guest Meadow Acres Farm 36th Annual Bull & Female Sale, Moose Jaw, SK March 5 McMillen Ranching Ltd. Production Sale, Carievale, SK March 7 Ashworth Farm & Ranch Simmental Bull Sale, Oungre, SK Bull Spectrum Simmental Sale, Innisfail, AB March 9 Mar Mac Farms and Guests Bull Sale, Brandon, MB 26th Annual Sunny Valley Simmentals Bull & Female Sale, Saskatoon, SK March 10 In Pursuit of Perfection Bull Sale, Moosomin, SK March 13 Rebels of the West Bull Sale, Virden, MB March 14 Genetic Source Bull Sale, Brandon, MB March 15 Premium Beef Bull Sale, Neepawa, MB March 16 Prairie Partners Bull & Female Sale, Killarney, MB March 18 Family Tradition Charolais & Simmental Bull Sale, Dropmore, MB March 19 Proudly Western Bull Sale, Whitewood, SK March 21 Maple Lake Stock Farms “Kick Off to Spring” Bull Sale, Hartney, MB March 22 WLB Livestock Bull Sale, Douglas, MB City View Simmentals & Guests Bull Sale, Moose Jaw, SK March 24 Wheatland Cattle Co. “Focus on the Future” 12th Annual Bull Sale, Bienfait, SK March 28 Southwest Showcase Simmental Bull Sale, Swift Current, SK March 29 McCormack Family Ranch Genetic Destination Bull Sale, Grenfell, SK

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 NEW DATE AND LOCATION

December 22, 2015

Spring Creek Ranch Near Moosomin, SK

Selling Approximately

40 proven cows & 45 bred heifers Reds & Blacks

MBJ 102T

MBJ 31W

MBJ 32W

MBJ 59W

MBJ 39T

MBJ 53W

MBJ 27T

MBJ 17B

MBJ 45B

∙ Red and Black Simmental cows and bred heifers ∙ Black Angus cows and bred heifers

∙ Sim/Angus bred heifers

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www.gouldranch.ca

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Quarter Horses

#22077 Rd 36N Box 538 Carman MB Canada R0G 0J0 Blaine & Lois Gould H: 204-745-3082 C: 204-745-7456 gouldsfarm@gmail.com

Joanne, John, Jayci Jo, Jackson & Jorja Best H: 204-745-3255 C: 204-750-2350

“At the ranch, on our website or FB page, your visit is always welcome”

AD INDEX AJB Livestock.........................................................15 Alameda Agencies...................................................37 Big Sky Simmentals................................................19 Blair Workman & Son Simmentals.........................32 Bonchuk Farms.......................................................4 Bouchard Livestock...........................................26,38 Cherry Creek Farms...........................................20,21 Crest View Land & Cattle Co.................................28 Crest View Ranch...................................................28 Dana Johns.............................................................25 Davis Livestock Services.......................................38 Don Oberg Auctions...............................................38 Gordon Jones Simmentals......................................8 Hannah Simmentals................................................38 Harvest Hoedown Sale...........................................13 High Bluff Stock Farms.........................................38 Homestead-T Simmentals......................................18 Jerry Kanewischer..................................................38 Keystone Livestock Services.................................38 Keystone Simmental Association...........................17 M & J Farms..........................................................40 Manitoba Simmental Association...........................6 Maple Lake Stock Farm.........................................11 Mar Mac Farms......................................................3 Maxwell Simmentals..............................................33 Miracle Ranch Equipment......................................37 More Bros Simmentals...........................................24 Murray Chev Cadillac............................................37 Perkin Land & Cattle Co........................................2 Prairie Pistol Designs.............................................37 Schweitzer Simmentals..........................................23 Shades of the Prairies Sale.....................................27 Silver Lake Farms..................................................9 Spring Creek Simmentals.......................................35 Swan Valley Veterinary Clinic................................38 Transcon Livestock Services...................................39 Triple T Diamond Simmentals................................30 Twin Brae Simmentals............................................29 Twin Meadow Livestock.........................................31 Twin Oak Livestock................................................12 Tymarc Livestock..................................................16 Wilcox Simmentals...............................................31

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Web Design Print Advertising Catalogues Logo & Identity

Melissa McRae P: 204.728.3058 C: 204.573.9903 E: prairiepistoldesigns@gmail.com

For All Your Insurance Needs Livestock - Farm - Commercial - Personal Lines

BONNIE THOMPSON Box 340, Alameda, SK S0C 0A0 Ph: 306-489-2258 Fax: 306-489-2053 Cell: 306-483-7311 E-mail: alamedaagencies@sasktel.net

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TWIN BRAE SIMMENTALS Auction and Ring Service

Fullbloods, Purebred, Red and Black The coffee is always on!

JERRY KANEWISCHER

AUCTION-

3 miles east, 6.5 miles north of Inglis

Box 250 Stirling, AB T0K 2E0

Barry & Glenda Chescu www.chescu.com

(204)564-2509 Cell (204)937-7180 Box 139, Inglis, MB Email: chescu@xplornet.ca

Brian Bouchard Export/Import Marketing & Consulting Domestic Sales Consullting/Management & Order Buying Embryos*Live Cattle*Semen Export Qualified Semen Storage Facility Box 1409, Crossfield, AB CANADA T0M 0S0 Ph (403)946-4999 Fax (403)946-4919 cell (403)813-7999 e-mail: info@bouchardlivestock.com Website: www.bouchardlivestock.com

G-7 RANCH SEEDS Don Green

Box 575 Fisher Branch, MB R0C 0Z0

PH: (204)372-8801 Email: jdgreen@mts.net “Experienced advice for your Hyland seed corn & Northstar forage seed requirements in the northern Interlake”

Carman & Donna Jackson & Family toll-free 1-866-738-9211 email: jackson7@mymts.net

CHAROLAIS & SIMMENTAL CATTLE *REGISTERED SEED GROWER

Ph (403)382-9374

Davis Livestock Services Wilf Davis

* Marketing Consultant * Photography * Order Buying

P.O. Box 177 Douglas, Manitoba R0K 0R0 Ph (204)834-2479 Fax (204)834-3999

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Annual Bull Sale

Annual Bull Sale

Thursday, February 18, 2016 Thursday, February on the Ranch18, 2016 on the Ranch Russell, Russell,Manitoba Manitoba

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Two Year Old Red & Black Simmental, Angus & Simm-Angus Bulls Also Selling Bred Purebred & Commercial Females Sale Managed By:

306-933-4200

Miles, Bonnie & Jared Glasman Russell, MB, Canada Home: 204.773.3279 Miles’ Cell: 204.773.6275 Jared’s Cell: 204.796.0999 mjfarms@inetlink.ca www.mjsimmentalangus.com

Matthew & Leanne Glasman Russell, MB, Canada Home: 204.773.3209 Matt’s Cell: 204.773.6055 mlg@glasmanfarms.com www.glasmanfarms.com