Official Publication of the American Jersey Cattle Association and National All-Jersey Inc.
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Volume 60 • No. 11 • November 2013 • ISSN: 0021-5953
Editor: Kimberly A. Billman Assistant Editor: Tracie Hoying Communication Intern: Erin Williams Senior Writer/JerseySites Coordinator: Michele Ackerman http://www.usjersey.com/jerseysites.html
Jersey Program at Select Sires
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25 A Partnership for Progress 48 Fast Forward Genetic Gain with Genotyping
84 Highest 305-day Milk Records by Select Sires Daughters
88 Highest 305-day Protein
Records by Select Sires Daughters
90 Highest 305-day Cheese
Yield Records by Select Sires Daughters
86 Highest 305-day Fat Records by Select Sires Daughters
92 Highest Appraised Daughters by Select Sires Bulls
28 Importance of Young Sire Usage Today
18 Nearly 50 years of Being Jersey 101 Call Issued for AJCA, NAJ Award Nominees
World Dairy Expo Highlights
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Strong
82 Select Sires Youth Essay Winner
14 Carter Annonces Retirement 52 Deadline for Fred Stout Experience Award 50 Ertl Joins Semex as Jersey Sire Analyst 116 Give Lifetime Membership as a Gift 14 How a Junior Member Reserves a Prefix 110 March 1 Deadline for Production Contests 14 Order Journal Bound Volumes by March 1 120 Orthridge Cow Named Wisconsin Cow of the Year
98 Grammer Summer’s End Sale 106 New York Fall Sale 60 Top of the World Sale 103 Vermont State Sale 78 Western National Sale
72 Proposals Sought for Jersey Research 14 Statement of Ownership 61 World Dairy Expo Highlights
High Milk Records by Daughters of Select Sires Bulls
70 New England and Vermont Picnic 94 New York Summer Picnic
84 113 Big E Show
Select Sires has been integral in the growth of the Jersey breed through breed greats, like these on the cover. These bulls have helped lift the Jersey breed to new heights. In a joint venture between Select Sires and the Jersey Journal, we are pleased to share your stories of Your Success, Our Passion on the pages of this November issue. On the cover: Front: 7JE590 Forest Glen Avery ACTION-ET, 7JE329 Sooner CENTURION, Back 7JE442 Rock Ella PARAMOUNTET and 7JE159 Soldierboy Boomer SOONER of CJ, Above: 7JE254 Mason Boomer Sooner BERRETTA. Cover art by Westwynde.
NOVEMber 2013
112 Big E Junior Show
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AJCA, NAJ Board Members
56 International Jersey Show
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Advertising Index
58 International Junior Jersey Show
112 Advertising Rates
121 Kansas State Fair
14 Along the Jersey Road
117 Maryland State Fair
10 Calendar
64 Mid-Atlantic Regional Jersey Show
17 Editorial
77 Mid-Atlantic Regional Junior Jersey Show
14 Errata
43 Missouri State Fair
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80 New York State Fair Show
124 In Memoriam
115 New York State Fair Junior Show
122 Jersey Jargon
120 West Virginia State Fair
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68 Western National Jersey Show
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118 Western National Junior Jersey Show
10 Registration Fees
119 Wisconsin State Junior Show
10 Type Appraisal Schedule
Field Service Staff
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Type Traits Appraisal Team Senior Appraiser: Ron Mosser, 614/264-0142, above Sara Barlass, above Kelly Epperly, 614/530-6918 (mobile); kepperly@usjersey. com. Paul Graybill, 614/935-3815 (mobile); pgraybill@usjersey.com. Londa Johnson, above
Greg Lavan, above Chris Lundgren, above Elizabeth Moss, 614/296-4166 (mobile); emoss@ usjersey.com. Flint Richards, above Shawn Styer, 614/266-2419 (mobile); sstyer@usjersey.com.
American Jersey Cattle Association Board of Directors Officers President: Chris Sorenson, W3995 County Road H, Pine River, WI 54965-8130. Phone 920/987-5495; csorenson000@centurytel.net. Vice President: Ralph Frerichs, 5730 Mueller Rd., La Grange, TX 78945-4226. Phone 979/249-5405; frerichs@cvctx.com. Ninth District. 2015. Directors Sam Bok, 11310 Krouse Rd., Defiance, OH 43512. Phone 419/782-0012; jawscows@defnet.com. Fourth District. 2016. Ralph Frerichs, see officers. Eighth District. 2015. W. Phil Gordon, 1304 S. Harkless Dr., C-7, Syracuse, IN 46567. Phone 574/361-7214; gordonfarms1304@ yahoo.com. Sixth District. 2014. Charles Luchsinger, 4349 Bussey Rd., Syracuse, NY 13215-9675. Phone 315/492-6927; silverspf@aol.com. Second District. 2014. Corey Lutz, 4399 Ritchie Rd., Lincolnton, NC 28092. Phone 704/735-1222; piedmontjerseys@charter.net. Fifth District. 2015.
David Norman, 7076 Rt. 414, Liberty, PA 16930-9726. Phone 570/324-5631; drnorman@chilitech.net. Third District. 2015. Walter Owens, 412 350th Ave., Frederic, WI 54837. Phone 715/653-2637; wowens@centurytel.net; Seventh District. 2016. Jim Quist, 5500 W. Jensen, Fresno, CA 93706. Phone 559/647-1284; PK1JQ@hotmail.com. Eleventh District. 2014. C.A. Russell, 22336 American Ave., Hilmar, CA 953249628. Phone 209/667-4582; carussell@prodigy.net. Twelfth District. 2016. Tom Seals, 10395 Meda Loop Rd., Cloverdale, OR 97112. Phone 503/392-4224; jennie.seals@gmail.com. Tenth District. 2016. Wesley Snow, 1601 Ferris Rd., Brookfield, VT 050360113. Phone 802/728-5291. First District. 2015. Jerry Spielman, 1892 M Rd., Seneca, KS 66538. Phone 785/336-2581; spielman@nvcs.com. Eighth District. 2014.
National All-Jersey Inc. Board of Directors Officers President: David Endres, W9402 County Rd. K, Lodi, WI 53555. Phone 608/592-7856; jazzy@merr.com. Vice President: James S. Huffard III, 165 Huffard Lane, Crockett, VA 24323. Phone 276/686-5201; hdfjersey@ embarqmail.com. Directors Marion Barlass, 6145 E. County Rd. A, Janesville, WI 53546. Phone 608/754-1171; barlassjerseys@gmail. com. District 6. 2015. David Endres, see above. District 4. 2014. Ralph Frerichs, ex-officio, see AJCA. Calvin Graber, 44797 281st St., Parker, SD 57053. Phone 605/238-5782; calgraber@yahoo.com. District 7. 2017
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James S. Huffard III, see above. District 5. 2016. John Kokoski, 57 Comins Rd., Hadley, MA 01035. Phone 413/549-6486; jkokoski@charter.net. District 3. 2017. Norman Martin, 1820 Marolf Loop Rd., Tillamook, OR 97141 Phone 503/815-3600; martindairyllc@ embarqmail.com. District 1. 2015. Kelvin Moss, 16155 W. Glendale Ave., Litchfield Park, AZ 85340-9522. Phone 623/935-0163; mossdairy@ gmail.com. District 8. 2014. Chris Sorenson, see AJCA officers. Jerry Spielman, ex-officio, see AJCA Mike Wickstrom, 5852 Columbus Ave., Hilmar, CA 95324-9754. Phone 209/634.6719; michaelwickstrom@ msn.com. District 2. 2017.
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ABS Global..................................................77, 79 Accelerated Genetics............................... 95, 101 Ahlem Farms Partnership.................................91 All American Jersey Sale..................................73 All-Lynn Jerseys..........................................12, 13 Albright Jerseys...............................................104 Alta Genetics/Jerseyland Sires.... 4, 97, 111, 123 American Jersey Cattle Association ................................................. 16, 42, 99, 100, 126 Ameri-Milk Jerseys..........................................108 Androgenics....................................................112 Avi-Lanche Jerseys...........................................11 Avon Road Jersey Farm.................................108 Bachelor Farms.................................................62 Barenbrug Seed................................................76 Barham Jerseys................................................50 Berry College..................................................115 Biltmore Farms..................................................43 Boehringer Ingelheim..................................30, 31 Boer Jerseys.....................................................66 Bohnert Jersey Farm........................................51 Boks Jersey Farm...........................................116 Boyd-Lee Jerseys.............................................72 Brenhaven Jerseys...........................................59 Brentwood Farms................................................2 Buttercrest Jerseys...........................................23 California Jerseys............. 2, 21, 91, 98, 114, 124 Cantendo Acres..............................................116 Cedar Mountain Jerseys.................................110 Cedarcrest Farms.............................................62 Cinnamon Ridge Dairy.....................................40 Circle S Jerseys..............................................110 Clauss Dairy Farm............................................98 Clover Patch Dairy............................................15 Covington Jerseys............................................40 Crescent Farm................................................110 D&E Jerseys.....................................................11 DLH Jersey Farm LLC......................................66 Dar-Re Farm Ltd.............................................116 DeMents Jerseys..............................................77 Den-Kel Jerseys................................................96 Diamond S Farm.............................................103 Domino Jerseys ...............................................96 Dreamroad Jerseys...........................................96 Dutch Hollow Farm...........................................85 Edn-Ru Jerseys..............................................102 Fire-Lake Jerseys..............................................98 Fluerys Maple Hill Farm....................................52 Forest Glen Jerseys............................................3 Fort Morrison Jerseys.....................................110 Four Springs Jerseys......................................102 Frederick Farms Inc........................................102 Full Circle Jerseys.............................................20 Genex............................................... 71, 125, 126 Goff Dairy..........................................................75 Golden Meadows Jerseys..............................124 Gordon Farms...................................................27
Grammer Jersey Farm....................................116 Grazeland Jerseys Ltd....................................116 Hallet Dairy Farm LLC....................................108 Hav’s Farm......................................................110 Heartland Jerseys, Inc. ..................................128 Heinz Jerseys..................................................108 Her-Man Jerseys...............................................89 Hi-Land Farm....................................................96 High Lawn Farm................................................52 Highland Farms, Inc........................................110 Highland Jersey Farm.....................................116 Hilmar Jerseys..................................................98 Holmes Farm...................................................110 Huffard Dairy Farms..........................................41 Hy-Capacity Jerseys.......................................121 Illinois Jerseys.................... 44, 45, 46, 47, 51, 77 Iowa Jerseys...............................................40, 53 Irishtown Acres...............................................102 JEMI Jerseys...................................................102 JVB Red Hot Jerseys......................................117 Jersey Journal.......................... 24, 105, 109, 126 Jersey Marketing Service.................... 15, 73, 74 Journal Shopping Center....................... 125, 126 K&R Jerseys...................................................103 Kenny Farm.....................................................102 Kevetta Farms...................................................81 Kutz Dairy..........................................................33 Lawtons Jersey Farm........................................96 Lindsay’s Pine Hill Jerseys..............................116 Livestock Exporters Association of U.S.A.........66 Lone Spring Jerseys.........................................40 Lucky Hill Jersey Farm....................................110 Lyon Jerseys.....................................................40 Mainstream Jerseys..........................................22 Maple Hill Farm.................................................61 Mapleline Farm...............................................110 Margandale Jersey Farm................................116 Martin Dairy LLC...............................................87 Mason Farm......................................................66 McKee Jersey Farm..........................................62 Meadowburn Jerseys......................................106 Messmer Jersey Farm......................................40 Michigan Jersey Cattle Club.................. 117, 122 Mill Ridge Jerseys...........................................102 Mills Jersey Farm LLC......................................52 Miller, John........................................................40 Minnesota Jerseys..........................................103 Molly Brook Farms..........................................110 Mountain Shadow Dairy.................................118 Multi-Rose Jerseys...........................................53 National Jersey Jug Futurity.............................65 Nettle Creek Jerseys.........................................66 New England Jerseys.............................. 52, 110 New York Jerseys................................. 81, 85, 96 Nobledale Farm...............................................102 Normandell Farms..........................................119
The American Jersey Cattle Association promotes the use of authentic and unaltered photographic images of Jersey animals, and disapproves of the use of any photographic images that alter the body of the Jersey animal. The American Jersey Cattle Association therefore requests that all photographic images of Jersey animals submitted for publication in the Jersey Journal contain no alterations to the body of the animal. Despite its best efforts to ensure that only unaltered photographs of Jersey animals are used in this publication, the American Jersey Cattle Association cannot guarantee that every photographic image of a Jersey animal is authentic and unaltered.
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Oakhaven Jerseys............................................37 Oakland View Farms.........................................67 Ohio Jerseys............ 15, 23, 37, 61, 62, 104, 116 Oomsdale Farm, Inc..........................................96 Oregon Jerseys................................ 3, 26, 76, 87 Owens Farms Inc............................................108 Page Crest Jerseys...........................................62 Pennsota Jerseys............................................103 Pennsylvania Jerseys............................ 102, 119 Pro-Hart Jerseys.............................................122 Pot O’Gold Sale................................................74 Queen-Acres Farm.........................................114 Quist Dairy........................................................21 Rapid Bay Jerseys......................................38, 39 Rawn Jersey Farm............................................62 Richardson Family Farm.................................110 River Valley Dairy........................... 44, 45, 46, 47 Riverside-F Farms...........................................102 Sand Creek Dairy LLC......................................36 Scotch View Farms...........................................96 Seacord Farm...................................................96 Select Sires, Inc......... 9, 54, 55, 83, 93, 126, 127 Semex...............................................................69 Sexing Technologies.......................... 34, 35, 125 Shan-Mar Jerseys...........................................102 Shenandoah Jerseys........................................97 Shot of Nat Jerseys.........................................121 Silver Maple Farms.........................................110 Silver Mist Farm................................................76 Silver Spring Farm............................................96 Smith Haven Dairy..........................................103 Sorensons-Hillview Jersey Farm Inc...............108 Spahr Jersey Farm, Inc...................................104 Spring Valley Farm............................................80 Springdale Jersey Farm..................................110 Spruce Row Jerseys.......................................102 Steinhauers Jerseys.......................................108 Stoney Hollow Jerseys....................................102 Sugar Brook Jerseys.......................................102 Sugar Grove Jerseys........................................97 Summit Farm.....................................................40 Sun Valley Jerseys............................................76 Sunbow Jerseys................................................72 Sunset Canyon Jerseys....................................76 Taurus Service, Inc............................................63 Taylor Jersey Farm Inc....................................107 Tennessee Jersey Cattle Club....................50, 72 Tierney Farm Jerseys.......................................96 Twin River Farm................................................96 Unkefer Jersey Dairy......................................104 Vanderfeltz Jerseys.........................................102 Waverly Farm......................................................7 Wetumpka Jerseys...........................................81 Wickstrom Dairies LP/Valsigna.......................114 Wilsonview Dairy...............................................26 Winterplace.......................................................70 Wisconsin Jerseys............... 12, 13, 33, 108, 121 Woodstock Dairy...............................................76 Youngs Jersey Dairy Inc..................................104 This index is provided as an additional service. The Jersey Journal assumes no liability for errors or omissions. The Jersey Journal does not guarantee quality, delivery time, or availability of items ordered from commercial advertisers. Any advertisements for sales before the 20th of the month of the publication cannot be guaranteed.
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Every effort is made to keep the calendar listings as accurate as possible. However, dates are sometimes changed or events cancelled without notice. When your association schedules an event, notify the Journal staff at least 60 days in advance by sending an email to JerseyJournal@usjersey.com or phoning 614/861-3636.
Type Appraisal Schedule
POLICY: Areas will be appraised in the order listed. If you wish to appraise and do not receive an application 30 days prior to the appraisal, please request one from Appraisal Office Coordinator Lori King by telephone, 614/322-4457, or email lking@ usjersey.com. Apply online at http://www.usjersey. com/forms/appraisalapp.com. Applications can also be printed from the USJersey website at http://www. usjersey.com/forms/ttaapplication.pdf. November—New Mexico and western Texas; Arizona and southern California; Michigan and Ohio. December—Tennessee, northern Georgia, and Kentucky; Pennsylvania and New Jersey. January—Arkansas and Missouri; Indiana and Illinois; Wisconsin. February—Washington, Oregon and northern California; Minnesota, North Dakota and South Dakota; Iowa. March—Vermont and New Hampshire; Maine, Massachusetts and Connecticut; Virginia, Maryland, West Virginia and Delaware; Idaho and Utah; Kansas, Oklahoma, Nebraska and Colorado; North Carolina. April—California and Nevada. May—New Mexico and western Texas; Arizona and southern California; Alabama, Mississippi and Louisiana; Texas; Florida, southern Georgia and South Carolina. June—New York; Michigan and Ohio.
Deadlines
NOV. 8—Genomic samples must be to lab prior to this date for December release. DEC. 2—Deadline to apply for the Fred Stout Experience Awards. DEC. 31—Deadline for entries for the 2016 National
Jersey Jug Futurity are due. JAN. 15—Nominations are due in the AJCA-NAJ office for Young Jersey Breeders, Master Breeder, Distinguished Service and Meritorious Service awards. FEB. 1—Applications due for Fred Stout Experience Internship. MAR. 1—Entries due for the Leading Living Lifetime Production Contest. Cows alive as of December 31, 2013, are eligible. Minimum DHIR production levels for nominating are 200,000 lbs. milk, 9,500 lbs. fat, and 7,500 lbs. protein. MAR. 1—National Jersey Youth Achievement contest applications are due. MAR. 1—National Jersey Youth Production Contest entries due. Forms available from the USJersey website http://www.usjersey.com/forms/ YProdContest.pdf.
Sales
NOV. 9—56th Pot O’Gold Sale, Kentucky Expo Center, Louisville, Ky.; 4:30 p.m. (EST); Jersey Marketing Service, sale mgr.; jms@usjersey.com. NOV. 10—The 61ST All American Jersey SALE, West Exhibit Hall, Louisville, Ky.; 5:00 p.m (EST); Jersey Marketing Service, sale mgr.; jms@ usjersey.com. NOV. 22—CLOVER PATCH CORNUCOPIA CLASSIC SALE, Millersburg, Ohio; 10:00 a.m.; Jersey Marketing Service, sale mgr.; jms@usjersey. com. JAN. 7—THE HOLIDAY SPECTACULAR SALE VIA JERSEYBID.COM, closing begins at 7:30 p.m. (EST); Jersey Marketing Service, sale mgr.; catalog at www.JerseyBid.com. Mar. 29—MIDWEST SPRING SPECIAL SALE, Olmstead County Fairgrounds, Rochester, Minn.; 11:00 a.m. (CST); for more information contact Greg Nelson, 320/583-7450. june 27—VIRTUAL 57TH NATIONAL HEIFER SALE, Holiday Inn and Suites, Alexandria, Va.; 6:30 p.m. (EST), Jersey Marketing Service, sale mgr.; jms@usjersey.com.
Registration Fees Effective April 1, 1999 InfoJersey.com Applications All Other Applications Member Non-Member Member Non-Member Under six (6) months................................................ $15.00 $17.00 Applications 1-50.............................. $12.00 $14.00 Applications 51-200............................ 10.00 12.00 Applications over 200 on REGAPP....................................................... 7.00 (All figures based on calendar year) 6-12 months............................................ 17.00 20.00 19.00 22.00 12-24 months.......................................... 22.00 25.00 24.00 27.00 Over 24 months...................................... 30.00 35.00 32.00 37.00 Dead Animals May Be Registered For A Fee of $5.00 Duplicate or Corrected Certificates Will Be Issued For A Fee of $5.00
Transfer Fees Effective January 1, 2008 REAP Herds Non-REAP Herds Regular transfer filed within 60 days of sale date..............$12.00........................... $14.00 Regular transfer filed more than 60 days of sale date............................................... 17.00 Intra-Herd Transfer,...................................................................................................... 2.00 (When all living animals in one family ownership are transferred to another family member.) • Transfers among owners within the same herd REAP enrollment completed with 60 days of the date of sale will only cost $2.00 each regardless of how many animals are transferred at one time. • Herds with three years continuous REAP enrollment at the time of a whole-herd dispersal will be charged $7.00 for the sale transfers. The dispersal may occur via public auction or private treaty. Save by becoming a lifetime member of the American Jersey Cattle Association.
Meetings and Expositions
NOV. 7-8—16th ANNUAL FARMER COOPERATIVES CONFERENCE, Radisson Plaza Hotel Minneapolis, Minn. NOV. 7-8—DAIRY CATTLE REPRODUCTIVE COUNCIL ANNUAL MEETING, Westin-Indianapolis, Indianapolis, Ind.; for more information visit http:// www.dcrcouncil.org. NOV. 7-8—BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING AMERICAN JERSEY CATTLE ASSOCATION, Louisville, Ky. NOV. 8—BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING NATIONAL ALL-JERSEY INC., Louisville, Ky. NOV. 10-16—AGRITECHNICA, Hanover, Germany; for more information visit www.agritechnica.com. NOV. 11-13—DAIRY TODAY’S ELITE PRODUCER BUSINESS CONFERENCE, The Bellagio, Las Vegas, Nev.; for more information call 816/8899402 or visit http://www.agweb.com/livestock/dairy/ elite_producer_business_conference.aspx. Nov. 17-19—southern rEGIONAL dAIRY cHALLENGE, hosted by Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, La. DEC. 7—KENTUCKY JERSEY CATTLE CLUB ANNUAL MEETING, Clouds Country Cooking, Harrodsburg, Ky. JAN. 26-28—NATIONAL MASTITIS COUNCIL ANNUAL MEETING, Worthington Renaissance Hotel, Fort Worth, Texas; For more information visit http://www.nmconline.org. JAN. 26-29—DAIRY FORUM 2014, JW Marriott Desert Springs, Palm Desert, Calif.; for more information visit http://www2.idfa.org/forms/meeting/ Microsite/dairyforum2014. f e b . 5 - 7 — m idw e st r E G I O N A L dA I RY cHALLENGE, hosted by Fox Valley Technical College, Appleton, Wis. FEB. 6-8—GREAT LAKES REGIONAL DAIRY CONFERENCE, Soaring Eagle Casino and Resort, Mt. Pleasant, Mich.; for more information visit http:// www.glrdc.msu.edu. feb. 8—michigan jersey breeders meeting, Soaring Eagle Casino and Resort, Mt. Pleasant, Mich.; 10:00 a.m. (EST). FEB. 11-13—WORLD AG EXPO, International AgriCenter, Tulare, Calif.; for more information visit http://www.worldagexpo.com. feb. 17-19—National Genetics Workshop Phoenix, Ariz.; For additional details, go to www. ans.iastate.edu/events/dairygenomics, or contact committee chairperson Diane Spurlock at moodyd@ iastate.edu. MAR. 14—NATIONAL ALL-JERSEY INC. BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING, Embassy Suites Hotel, Columbus, Ohio. MAR. 14-15—AMERICAN JERSEY CATTLE ASSOCIATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING, Embassy Suites Hotel, Columbus, Ohio. M A R . 1 6 — A L L A MER I C A N P L A N N I N G COMMITTEE MEETINGS, Embassy Suites Hotel, Columbus, Ohio. Apr. 3-5—north american intercollegiate dAIRY cHALLENGE & dairy challenge academy, Fort Wayne, Ind. june 25-28—annual meetings of the american jersey cattle association and national all-jersey inc., Alexandria, Va. JUNE 27—ANNUAL MEETING OF NATIONAL ALL-JERSEY INC., Alexandria, Va. JUNE 28—ANNUAL MEETINGS OF THE AMERICAN JERSEY CATTLE ASSOCIATION, Alexandria, Va.
Shows
NOV. 8—CANADIAN NATIONAL JERSEY SHOW, Royal Agricultural Winter Fair, Toronto, Ont.; heifers; 4:00 p.m.; Barclay Phoenix, Uxbridge, Ont., judge. (continued to page 124)
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Two Urbana, Ohio, couples celebrated 50th wedding anniversaries this year. Lowell and Julia Stevens, Club Hill Jerseys, were united in marriage on September 16, 1963. Jim and Kay Morgan, J-Kay Jerseys, will celebrate their 50th anniversary on November 9. Both couples are active members of the Ohio Jersey Breeders Association and are familiar faces around the state and region. The herd of Irishtown Acres, owned by brothers Steve and Joe Paxton, Grove City, Pa. was recently featured on the cover of Hoard’s Dairyman. The cover caption promoted cow comfort. The 527-cow herd is milked in a double-24 swing parlor and young stock is raised and sold on the farm. Arethusa Farm, Litchfield, Conn., was recently named the 2013 Connecticut Farm of the Year.” Manager Matt Senecal accepted the New England Green Pastures Award, which is given annually to one dairy farm in each of the of the New England states based on overall excellence in dairying. Arethusa Farm stresses the importance of cow comfort, which was a factor that helped them secure the award. Queen of Quality producer, Chapel Hill Creamery, Chapel Hill N.C., was recently awarded the Best of North Carolina and Best of Show awards at the North Carolina State Fair International Cheese Competition for the second year in a row. It was the creamery’s soft-ripened Carolina Moon cheese winning the honors from 36 total entries. Co-owners Portia McKnight and Flo Hawley make the artisan cheeses from their all Jersey herd. The duo started the 37acre dairy and cheese-making farmstead 12 years ago. The Mid-Atlantic Regional Junior Show in Harrisburg, Pa. celebrated its 50th anniversary in a big way. There were more than $35,000 in prizes and giveaways and seven calves donated by All-American breeders. Jersey junior Catherine Savage, Dickerson, Md., was the lucky recipient of the Jersey calf—JEMI Getaway From Maitai. The senior calf was donated by Jeff and Michelle Reasner of JEMI Jerseys, Dickerson, Md. Page 14
Carter Announces Retirement
Al Carter has announced his plans to retire from the American Jersey Cattle Association and National All-Jersey Inc., effective January 1, 2014. Al has served as the Area Representative in the California/ southwest territory for the past 14½ years. Al has been employed by the Jersey orgaAllen Carter nizations since 1999. He has provided outstanding service to Jersey breeders in his territory and throughout the country during his tenure. He is highly respected in the dairy industry for his expertise with large herd operations. He plans to spend more time with his family, especially his six grandchildren. The AJCA and NAJ thank Al for his tremendous service and wish him the best as he moves forward with retirement. Southwest Dairy Farmers, an alliance of farmers from Texas, New Mexico, Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri, and Oklahoma, have created a mobile dairy classroom to teach elementary students about the dairy industry. A two-year-old Jersey named “Jitterbug” visits classrooms where students get to watch and help milk her. They learn about the care of dairy cattle, as well as the importance of including dairy products in their diets.
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Errata
Jason and Leah James, Mineral Point, Wis., were inadvertently left off of the Equity Contributors list in the October Jersey Journal. They have contributed to the Equity program for several years. We apologize for the omittance. Statement of Ownership, Management, and Circulation (Required by 39 U.S.C. 3685) Date of filing September 23, 2013. Jersey Journal (ISSN:0021-5953) is published monthly at 6486 East Main Street, Reynoldsburg, Franklin County, Ohio 43068-2362, with headquarters or business offices of the publishers at 6486 East Main Street, Reynoldsburg, Ohio 43068-2362. The name and address of the publisher is the American Jersey Cattle Association, 6486 East Main Street, Reynoldsburg, Ohio 43068-2362. Editor, Kimberly Billman, 6486 East Main Street, Reynoldsburg, Ohio 43068-2362. Owner of the publication is the American Jersey Cattle Association, 6486 East Main Street, Reynoldsburg, Ohio 43068-2362. There are no bondholders, mortgagees, or security holders. Total number of copies printed (average for preceding 12 months) 2,899; sales through dealers—none; mail subscriptions 2,328; total paid circulation 2,555; free distribution by mail 13; free distribution outside the mail 46; total free distribution 115; total distribution 2,744; percent paid 93.13%. Actual number of copies printed (single issue nearest to filing date) 2,940; sales through dealers—none; mail subscriptions 2,320; total paid circulation 2,538; free distribution by mail 6; free distribution outside the mail 6; total free distribution 222; total distribution 2,766; percent paid 91.76%. I certify that the statements made by me above are correct and complete. Kimberly A. Billman, Editor
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Preparing for Growth As the tenth month of 2013 draws to a close, the American Jersey Cattle Association has recorded 88,635 animals. The only years that rank higher are 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 and 2012, and the projection for 2013 is that it will beat them all by a clear margin. For performance program enrollment, the 150,000-cow benchmark was crossed back in March. Now, there are 156,667 cows on all programs, a gain of 7% from this time last year. Of these, 152,396 are on REAP. “Growing fast” was also the report from A.I. at World Dairy Expo last month. The studs, across the board, expect to top their domestic sales record of 2.5 million units set in 2012. This is happening because the elected leaders of our organizations planned for this to happen. For the last half-century, the Jersey organizations have focused on production, efficiency and equity in the marketplace, both for the superior nutrition and product yield of Jersey milk and for the value of Jersey cattle and Jersey genetics. Our programs and services are built on improving efficiency, achieving equity, and promoting profitability. To continue developing a more productive, efficient, and profitable Jersey cow and to find equitable pricing for the milk she produces, current services will be reshaped, new services will be created and the resources to make that happen must be obtained. These are the core concerns of the Boards of Directors of the American Jersey Cattle Association and National All-Jersey Inc., and why willing and qualified candidates are needed to serve on the Boards. Representing all members of the organizations, the Boards guide what AJCA and NAJ do to achieve their respective statements of mission and purpose: To improve and promote the breed of Jersey cattle and to maintain such records and activities as the Association deems necessary or conducive to the best interests of the breeders of Jersey cattle; To promote the increased production and sale of Jersey milk and products, and to promote Jersey cattle and the interests of breeders of Jersey cattle. The Boards ensure that the organizations provide quality, cost-effective programs and services. They determine charges for services delivered, supervise the use of funds and accumulate assets to support future investments and growth. In the Board room, what is needed are progressive october 2013
minds. Directors willing to draw upon and share their personal and professional expertise. Directors asking good questions and expecting good answers. Directors willing to listen, analyze and evaluate, then speak sincerely. Directors, even in disagreement, committed to having an objective conversation in service of Jersey breed improvement, better markets for our products, and Jersey breed growth. At the AJCA Annual Meeting on June 28, 2014 in Alexandria, Va., a President will be elected, as well as four Directors from these districts: • Second District: New Jersey and New York; • Sixth District: Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan and Tennessee; • Eighth District: Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota and South Dakota; and • Eleventh District: Arizona, California—all counties except Merced, Nevada, Hawaii and Utah. Two terms on the NAJ Board expire in 2014. The Director #4 from District 4 (the states of Arkansas, Iowa, Illinois, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri and Wisconsin) will be elected and Director #8 at-large will be appointed by the AJCA Board of Directors. The signatures of 30 active members are required to nominate a person for AJCA President. Nominations for AJCA Director are made by a petition signed by a minimum of 20 active members residing in the district for which the person seeks to serve. Ten (10) voting members, again residents of the same district, may nominate a Director for NAJ. Nomination petitions are available from the Executive Secretary. Willing, qualified candidates are needed to serve on the AJCA and NAJ Boards, because these are the questions that must be answered to sustain genuine breed progress and the health and success of our organizations: Do our policies, programs and services encourage and support the development of a more efficient Jersey cow? Are we improving her fast enough so that commercial milk producers continue to regard the Jersey cow as the profitable choice for their businesses? Do our marketing programs increase the value of and demand for Jersey milk, Jersey cattle and Jersey genetics? Are we progressive minded enough to achieve our goal of changing the color of the dairy industry? Page 17
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Nearly 50 Years of Being Jersey Strong
n 1966, the first full year that Select Sires was established, the cooperative sold 66,554 units of Jersey semen. Five decades later the number has grown to 1,105,925 units retailed by Select Sires and its member cooperatives in 2012 achieving an 8.4% share of all semen sales at Select Sires. The continued growth of Jersey sales yearly, makes it is only a matter of time until the ‘little browns’ reach 10% of total company sales. Today Select Sires and its nine member cooperatives—All-West Select Sires; Central Ohio Breeders Association (COBA); East Central Select Sires; Minnesota Select Sires; NorthStar Cooperative; Prairie States Select Sires; Southeast Select Sires; MidAmerica Select Sires and Select Sire Power—is the largest member-owned A.I. company in the world. In the past 49 years, nearly 1,400 Jersey bulls have been sampled through the Select Sires young sire program. With the tremendous growth in Jersey semen sales for the company in recent years, they are making the necessary adjustments to keep up with the Jersey explosion. “The dairy industry is getting more interested in efficiencies, especially in the area of feed efficiencies, and this fits beautifully for the Jersey breed,” said Jeff Ziegler, genomic program manager at Select Sires. “We want to be a driven leader in that field. In regards to that color, right now it is brown, we want to provide that service at our best.” The Organization’s History From the start, Jerseys were an integral part of the development of Select Sires. It all began at a joint meeting of four cooperatives in 1961. The group was hoping to set up a semen exchange program to allow a greater offering of better genetics and help with economic efficiency. One of the primary motivating forces behind the formation of Select
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Sires was the desire of the leaders to provide top genetics to dairy producers of all colors rather than solely Holstein breeders. Notes from Richard A. Kellogg, former manager of COBA, show that throughout a series of meetings during 1961, the group agreed on a possible merger of all breeds except Holsteins, to reduce the number of bulls needed by each company. It wasn’t until early 1963, however that a joint young sire program was agreed upon with four Guernsey, 12 Holstein and four Jersey bulls to be sampled a year. By the summer of 1964, the four organizations had approved consolidating the production facilities and to create a new corporation to be known as Select Sires. That year, the four companies also published the first joint bull book that featured 89 sires. The most well-known Jersey was Beautys Master Advancer. After the company was incorporated in 1965, the board met and it was decided it would take $20,000 to fund the corporation to be called Select Sires. The money was put forth by the four starting cooperatives (COBA, NIBCO, KABA, and SIBA), based on the percentage of the total units of semen sold from October 1, 1964, to September 30, 1965, by each cooperative.
Since that date, the farmer-owned, farmer-controlled group of A.I. cooperatives has only continued to grow to become the largest volume selling A.I. company in the world.
The Jersey Team While early bulls such as Tenn Confident IEB Lad; Gramhil Leader Sophia Samson; Generator HL Earl; Quicksilvers Magic of Ogston; and Favorite Saint, set the pace for the Jersey program at Select Sires to grow, it has been the success of the sires of recent years that has pushed Select Sires to deepen their Jersey committment. In 1987, when Ziegler began his work with Jerseys at Select Sires, the company was already in the early stages of dedicating time to the Jersey program. Jeff ’s duties centered around the Guernsey and Jersey breeds. Today, two decades later, there are two people solely dedicated to the Jersey breed progression and selecting bulls from across the country–Herby Lutz and Tim Baumgartner. “Select Sires has dedicated resources to people development, specifically in breed development,” said Ziegler about the hiring of Baumgartner this summer to aid Lutz with the Jersey sire selections. “It now takes more than one person to cover the breed as dairies are spread across the country and not in small pockets anymore.” Select Sires has always provided their selection team with strong connections to help make the decisions that put profit back into their member/owners pockets. Part of this support is the Jersey sire committee. The committee has always supported the grass roots of the industry and is made up of customers in the business. For many years the committee consisted of four members from This summer Select Sires expanded its Jersey sire department to across the country. Beginning in include two full-time sire analysts, Tim Baumgartner and Herby Lutz. The 2014, the dynamics are changing move was made to keep up with the growth of the Jersey breed and the increasing Jersey semen sales, both domestically and internationally. to reflect the growth of the Jersey Select Sires predicts that in a short time, 10% of their total sales will be breed. The committee will now consist of one representative from for the Jersey breed. JERSEY JOURNAL
each Select Sires cooperative. Serving on the committee will be Chad Martin, Tillamook, Ore.; Bill Grammer, Sebring, Ohio; Ron Kutz, Jefferson, Wis.; John Metzger, Rock Rapids, Iowa; Walter Owens, Frederic, Wis.; Scott Bohnert, East Moline, Ill.; Clint Wade, Ogden, Utah; and Alan Chittenden, Schodack Landing, N.Y. Impact Sires of Select Ten issues of Jersey Journal have been dedicated to individual sires and Select Sires has been the owner of three—7JE177 Highland Magic Duncan, 7JE159 Soldierboy Boomer Sooner of CJF, and 7JE254 Mason Boomer Sooner Berretta. These three sires have made impacts worldwide through their many daughters, sons, and later generations. Each bull has his own story and hit the marketplace at times where they were needed. In the October 1994 issue of Jersey Journal that featured SOONER, former Select Sires General Manager, Dick Chichester was quoted as saying, “SOONER has allowed Select Sires to successfully fulfill its mission of genetic improvement in the herds of our members and customers. Most importantly, he has allowed Jersey breeders to milk more profitable cattle, and this is why Select Sires was formed in the first place.” SOONER led the breed for PTA Milk for six genetic summaries in the early 1990s and ranked #1 in rear udder height 12 times, rear udder width and dairy form 10 times. But perhaps his most lasting influence was his son, BERRETTA—a bull that changed how the breed measured profitability. He was the bull that helped correct the balance of fat to protein ratio in the Jersey
breed. In the July 2001, BERRETTA issue of Jersey Journal, the late Bill Mason said this of BERRETTA. “With the things we had done in the milk marketing arena, the stage was set for him. He was a bull that fit the need. The breed was way high on fat, way low on protein. He corrected that balance.” Year
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1966 66,554 9.5% 1976 82,998 4.9% 1986 161,024 4.1% 1996 310,569 6.2% 2006 677,769 7.9% 2012 1,105,925 8.4% This table shows the increase in the number of units of Jersey semen sold since the inception of Select Sires in 1965. Early projections show that in the next couple of years, Jerseys will be at 10% of the total semen sales of Select Sires.
Since then, Select Sires has continued to find the matings that produce bulls to fit every producer’s needs—a fact evident in lifetime semen sales of their bulls. To date, 7JE590 Forest Glen Avery Action-ET, is the highest selling Jersey sire at Select Sires with 376,482 lifetime units sold. He is followed by 7JE254 BERRETTA, 360,853 units; 9JE202 ROCKET, 295,268 units; 7JE442 PARAMOUNT with 280,162 units and 7JE159 SOONER at 274,227 units. One up-and-coming sire has already cracked the top 15 in lifetime sales and that is 7JE1038 All-Lynns Louie Valentino-ET. For several genetic runs, he ranked as the highest G-code bull and has already been
used as a sire of sons with the organization. DUNCAN–Dealing with Controversy As mentioned previously, one of the first bulls to put Select Sires on the map in the Jersey breed was 7JE177 Highland Magic Duncan. His impact was felt for many years in the breed through his sons and grandsons and even later generations. “DUNCAN was the bull that non-traditional breeders were asking about because of his steady prescence among the elite sires of the breed,” explained Ziegler. “He leap-frogged the other bulls on the genetic lists early in his career and he stayed there.” DUNCAN also has set industry-wide standards in the area of health testing for sires. In 1987, DUNCAN tested positive for Johne’s disease. Many questions were asked about whether the collection and marketing of semen from this breed leader could even continue. And what would the ramifications from the breeders be if they did continue to collect semen? The veterinary staff at Select Sires along with company leaders, made the decision to continue sampling DUNCAN, with the help of JLG Custom Services in California. The special management of this bull and the culturing of every ejaculate of semen helped establish precedents throughout the A.I. industry in regards to Johne’s Disease. Changing the Color of the Industry For the past decade, the American Jersey Cattle Association has talked of how the color of the dairy industry is changing to brown more quickly than ever before. The number of registrations continues to grow each year, the industry is seeing more and (continued to page 20)
In 2010, Select Sires genomic manager Jeff Ziegler and Jersey sire analyst Herby Lutz presented Dan Bansen of Forest Glen Jerseys with a model replica of Forest Glen Avery Action-ET, as he became the number one lifetime sales Jersey bull at Select Sires.
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more mixed-breed herds, and the efficiencies of the Jersey cow continue to make her a more profitable breed than any other. Select Sires like many in the industry are ready for the growing breed. “Our sales force that lives in a black and white world are now enthused and challenged by the Jersey questions they are receiving,” commented Ziegler. “Where they might have shied away from those questions in the past, today they are enthralled by it and cannot wait to get a Jersey account.” Initial growth of the Jersey program came during the cross-breeding days in the middle to late 1980s. Today, the growth is coming from Holstein breeders selling their black and whites and changing over to Jerseys. With the growing number of cows and semen going into other breeds, Select Sires has upped their sampling of Jersey young sires tremendously in the past 49 years. They started with four Jersey bulls in 1966 and sampled 47 in 2012. The goal is to raise that number to 60 plus Jersey bulls sampled within the next few years. Today, the Program for Genetic Advancment (PGA) is still the core program of the young sires at Select Sires. Staff is always recruiting more herds as their goals remain high to have 60 daughters in 40 herds as a minimum when a bull is released. “The program has seen more of a challenge since genomics came into play,” explained Ziegler. “Breeders want to use the highest genomic young sires on their herd and limit the number of bulls they use, but we need to have a wide variety of young bulls sampled to make a difference.” “Genomics is making it more difficult to get medium to lower level bulls in our progeny program tested,” stated David Thorbahn, Chief Executive Officer of Select Sires in his keynote speech to the Jersey membership last June. (continued to page 22)
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523JE927 Wilsonview Jevon Magnum-ET is a prime example of what genomics cannot always tell. He was a sire that did not have a strong GJPI after his initial run and he was passed over by many companies for that reason. However, progeny testing moved him to the top. As his milking daughters began contributing their information to his proof, Magnum climbed quickly to the top of the genetic lists because of his daughter performance. The International Market “We see international development following domestic growth,” explained Ziegler. “It is a Jersey wildfire here in the United States and that is going to happen internationally. We are prepared to advance that way.” For the past 13 years, Select Sires has not only sold semen outside of the U.S. in large volume, but they were one of the first companies to import semen in volume to the U.S. In 1999, Ziegler recalls bringing in 2,000 units of ISDK FYN Lemvig. “We were apprehensive because of the image of Danish genetics,” recalls Ziegler. “However, there was no need to worry, that semen was gone within two weeks.” Select Sires quickly ordered another 3,000 units and began a marketing agreement with Viking Genetics. LEMVIG was marketed through Select Sires for two years before moving to another A.I. company. In 2010, a marketing agreement with Viking Genetics was re-established and sires such as Impuls and ZUMA, are now being used heavily in the United States. “Our objective is to get the best genetics in our program, no matter where the address of origin is,” said Ziegler. Semen from Select Sires is also marketed internationally in large volume to many countries. The largest buyers are Brazil, Costa Rica, Australia, New Zealand and Argentina. Inspirations Moving the Breed Forward “We owe a lot to many people for continuing to push us forward as a company,” said Ziegler. “One of those people for me was the late Bill Mason. He was very instrumental in getting into his local co-op and then getting to the national level to influence Jersey programs.” His leadership and that of the teams at Select Sires and the Jersey organizations, insure that history will continue to be rewritten over and over as the breed continues to grow and technology continues to move the industry forward. Page 22
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A Partnership for Progress
t is an exciting time to be breeding Jerseys because they fit the dairy farms across the globe. current economic system and are environmentally friendly,” said Partnering to Breed a Better Jersey Cow Dave Thorbahn, chief executive officer and president of Select Sires In the past 25 years, the number of Jersey bulls sampled through Inc., in a recent interview about the cooperative’s Jersey program. the progeny test program at Select Sires has grown more than “And because the Jersey cow has the advantage in an era of high 400%. Substantial increases were made in the mid-1990s, when and volatile feed prices—which is here to stay—it is easy to see component pricing became more widespread, and in recent years, why the Jersey cow’s popularity is growing.” with the advent of cross-breeding. “At Select Sires, we’re excited about Jerseys too,” said Thorbahn, “We sampled about 35 bulls five years ago and have set a goal whose company sold more than 1.1 million units of Jersey semen in of sampling 70 bulls as quickly as we can get there,” commented 2012 and is the leading supplier of bovine semen in North America. Thorbahn. “We are increasing the number of bulls sampled to meet “We look forward to partnering with Jersey breeders to expand our the needs of the industry. We also hope to expand the amount of progeny test program and to collect and analyze data in innovative information we collect on Jerseys. We are working to ensure we ways, so our customer/owners can breed an even better cow, one have the bulls—proven and genomic—Jersey breeders want to use that is ideally positioned to feed the growing global population.” to develop their herds.” The company’s enthusiasm is born not only from breed growth in “In addition, the Jersey breeding industry, in which we are a recent years, but a strong relationship between two industry-leading partner, needs to build novel data sets on traits that are useful in organizations. A joint meeting was held between the boards of Select making the Jersey cow more valuable to commercial dairy producSires and the national Jersey organizaers. Those traits could include calf tions in Amarillo, Texas, in June. The livability, mastitis resistance, Johne’s boards had open discussion on indusdisease resistance or other traits not try events and topics, as well as ways currently measured. Jersey breeders the two entities could work together to should continue to focus on the traits make breed progress. Thorbahn also that helped them develop this competispoke to breeders at the grass roots tive cow (i.e. yield and fitness traits) level as the keynoter at the 145th annual that is a more efficient producer of meeting of the American Jersey Cattle wholesome high quality milk.” Association held in conjunction with A phenomenon that is a doublethe board meeting. edged sword, of sorts, for the repro If recent trends continue, Thorbahn ductively efficient Jersey is what Thornoted, Jerseys could represent 25% of bahn termed “excess uterus capacity.” the national dairy herd by 2025. This “You don’t need nearly as many would equate to 2.2 million cows. And cows to build replacements to mainif participation in Jersey programs tain your current dairy size. So, the continues at the present rate, more question is: what do you do with the From 1966-2012, Select Sires has seen a dramatic than 1 million cows would be enrolled increase in the number of Jersey bulls enrolled in the PGA excess capacity (uteruses) of producon performance programs offered by young sires program. Growth at the cooperative mirrors ing young stock?” “If you grow demand for Jerseys a trend for increased demand for Jersey semen, both the national Jersey organizations. domestically and internationally, over the past decade. in commercial herds, you take care of “More Jersey cows means more de- Domestic sales of Jersey semen grew from 1 million units in the excess heifers. The real challenge mand for Jersey semen,” commented 2003 to more than 2 million units in 2011. is the low value of Jersey bull calves Thorbahn. “In the short term, Select that are produced.” Sires plans to increase the number of Jersey bulls in its progeny “Large feedlot operators perceive Jersey crosses as having no value,” Thorbahn noted. “The Jersey breed needs to resolve that test program by five each of the next five years. For 2014, that goal issue by developing a science-based approach to turn this into a represents 55 young Jersey bulls. To meet the challenge, the sire profit center. For example, the Jersey breed is one of the best for analyst team at Select Sires has also been expanded with the hiring marbling, maturity. Jersey heifers mature 2-4 months earlier than of Tim Baumgartner, who joins Herby Lutz, to acquire sires and other breeds, thus does it not stand to reason a male may do the same support Jersey sales growth.” thing? The problem may not be converting feed to flesh. It may be Maintained growth of the breed hinges on two important topics, that Jersey or Jersey crossbred steers are not harvested soon enough Thorbahn explained. One is continued improvement of traits that in traditional finishing programs to maximize their efficiency.” spell more profit for commercial dairy producers. The other is Thorbahn encouraged Jersey breeders to continue to fund research to find scientific solutions for profitably raising Jersey beef widespread promotion of Jersey advantages to people investing in (continued to page 26)
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or Jersey-crossed beef. “This gives packers and processors new information to consider your product. If you close that loop, the whole business model for large commercial Jersey herds is very promising.” Going Global with the Message The Jersey breed has many advantages that can address some of the challenges of dairying today, Thorbahn noted. “First, you freshen your heifers 2-4 months earlier than their Holstein counterparts. With the price of feed, that’s huge. The second is Jersey reproductive performance. Third, Jerseys have fewer locomotion issues. Fourth, your cows live longer and have lower cull rates. Fifth, the Jersey is the ‘green’ breed with 25% less body mass and requiring 32% less water and 11% less land per unit of production than the larger breeds.” “The choir—Jersey breeders—knows this. Do people who are building new dairies know this?” Snowball Effect When Jersey cow numbers grow, everyone in the Jersey industry benefits. “Select Sires has opportunity to serve more customers, sample more bulls and make greater genetic gains,” said Thorbahn. Statistics for semen sales for Jersey bulls support the notion that the industry is beginning to appreciate the Jersey cow. Semen sales for Jersey bulls at Select Sires more than doubled in the past 10 years, climbing to 1.1 million units in 2012, up from 530,000 units in 2002, reported Thorbahn. “Growth of the Jersey breed will continue to come from dairy producers who are adding Jersey genetics to other-breed-herds and
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transitioning to all-Jersey herds,” said Thorbahn. “Growth may also be developed from dairy producers in other parts of the world with climates that are far different than the United States.” “There are opportunities for the Jersey cow in many other parts of the world, especially those with heat issues or feed cost challenges,” Thorbahn commented. “These dairies are in countries with developing industries, like Argentina, Brazil, China, India, Pakistan and the Middle East. They may also be in traditional dairy regions, like Europe, which has a special interest in the environment and a very limited land mass or high feed costs.” “Demonstrate the business model of the Jersey cow to the investors in dairy operations around the world, because I don’t believe this model is globally understood at this point,” commented Thorbahn. “For Jersey breeders, the value of Jersey females will increase as commercial dairy producers purchase Jersey replacements for their herds. Faster genetic progress will be made and there will be greater nation-wide support for component pricing because Jersey breeders will comprise a larger share of the market. More robust breed programs will be developed as participation grows with the breed.” Lofty goals can be achieved because of the innate advantages of the Jersey cow and tools available to Jersey breeders. The U.S. has the largest and most comprehensive database of dairy information in the world. It came about from the cooperation of DHIA, breed associations like the AJCA and A.I. organizations like Select Sires, which are all owned by dairy producers themselves, noted Thorbahn. The Council on Dairy Cattle Breeding, which is now responsible for dairy cattle genetic evaluations in this country, is controlled by these organizations, thus this progress should continue for the benefit of all dairy producers. “Together, we can work to breed a Jersey cow that helps to feed growing populations across the globe,” summed Thorbahn.
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The Importance of Young Sire Usage Today
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oung sire usage remains critical to genetic progress in the Jersey breed. It is also the single quickest way to make the greatest strides in your herd. Genomics has had a significant impact on how young sires are now selected within herd management for matings. In this roundtable, four breeders with stringent young sire sampling practices discuss how they manage their herds to make the greatest genetic gains and how they select for sires within their herds. Two genetic experts also discuss the technical side of genetics, young sire usage and the impact of genomics. David Chamberlain, of Hi-Land Jerseys located in Wyoming, N.Y., is an owner and partner in the farm as well as the herd manager. His brother, Greg, and Greg’s son, Ben, are also owners and partners in the farm. Greg and Ben generally handle field work while David manages the cows. They milk 700 Registered Jerseys and raise 650 heifers. They farm 1,500 acres, raising all of their forage and half of their grain needs. Hi-Land Jerseys has been involved in young sire programs with Select Sires and other A.I. companies for more than 40 years. Alan Chittenden is the herd manager and a partner at Dutch Hollow Farm LLC in Schodack Landing, N.Y. They own more than 1,200 head, 100 percent Registered Jerseys, and are currently milking about 660. The rolling herd average is over 21,000 lbs. milk, 1,000 lbs. fat, and 720 lbs. protein. The farm has been owned and operated by the Chittenden family since 1976.
its current home in South Carolina. The moves were because of the brown cow and looking for a better milk market each time. The farm now consists of 300 milking cows on 365 acres. The main work force and management team includes Glen and his two cousins, Frank and Earnest Easter. There are a total of six employees. Their current rolling herd average stands at 16,013 lbs. milk, 774 lbs. fat and 548 lbs. protein. Glen is one of the founding members of Dixieland Sires due to his interest in creating more genetic diversity. The regional sire proving group was started in 1985 and was one of the first of its kind. For all of his adult life he has been a strong supporter of young sire proving programs, whether it be through an A.I. stud or one of the regional groups. Dana Metzger, Rock Rapids, Iowa, operates Multi-Rose Jerseys with his parents Marvin and Joleen and brothers, Reed, Evan and Brett. In 2002, the herd expanded from 80 Registered Jerseys to 500 cows when they built a new freestall barn and a 40-cow rotary parlor. In the fall of 2011, the herd was expanded to 1,350 milking Registered Jerseys. Currently, Chuck Sattler is the vice president of dairy genetic programs at Select Sires. He began working at Select Sires in 2000 as manager of the Program for Genetic Advancement™ (PGA™) and assumed his current position in 2004.
Glen Easter of Eastglen Jerseys in Laurens, S.C. Eastglen is a three-generation farm that was started in Canada in 1927 and moved to Vermont in 1948. In 1978, the farm moved again to
Cari W. Wolfe, American Jersey Cattle Association (AJCA), director of research and genetic development, has been a staff member of the organization since 1982. She is responsible for genetic-related programs and services and administers the research grants program and five regional young sire sampling groups. Cari grew up on a New Jersey farm, where her family bred
The Chittendens—Alan, Paul and Brian—operate Dutch Hollow Farm LLC with their families. The family promotes young sire usage with 90% of the herd currently bred to young sires. Historically, the family has placed more than 25 bulls with Select Sires.
Bill, Marvin and Dana Metzger own and operate Multi-Rose Jerseys in Iowa. The herd totals 1,350 milking Registered Jerseys, and uses 80-85% young sires on their herd. The family has placed four bulls into A.I. service at Select Sires in recent years.
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Marilyn and Glen Easter along with nephews Frank and Ernie Easter, own and manage Eastglen Jerseys in S.C. They are strong believers in the benefits of young sire programs. They are currently breeding their herd to 75% young sires.
The Chamberlain family of New York, milks 700 Registered Jerseys and raises 650 heifers. Hi-Land has been involved in young sire programs with Select Sires and other A.I. companies for more than 40 years.
Registered Jerseys, Angus cattle and polled Dorset sheep. Her educational background includes a master of science in animal breeding from North Carolina State University and a bachelor’s degree in dairy science from Virginia Tech. Together with husband Larry, who is a member of the AJCA IT staff, she owns Registered Jerseys housed at Shenandoah Jerseys in Maryland.
Young sire usage has provided the newest genetics and created increased interest and activity from sire analysts. Young sire daughter payments and semen costs have been another bonus.
What are your current service sires? Chamberlain: 7JE1038 VALENTINO, 7JE1163 IRWIN, 7JE1151 GALVANIZE, 7JE1242 NITRO, Marvel, Premier and Jadestar. Chittenden: Current service sires seeing the heaviest use include 7JE1169 TOPEKA, 7JE1251 METALICA and IRWIN. Easter: VALENTINO, 7JE860 ECLIPES-P and 7JE1046 ZIPPER for proven sires. We use the young sire program through Select Sires and other A.I. companies and we are believers in using all the young sires offered to us. We do not subscribe to the idea that if we don’t like a mating we shouldn’t use that young sire. Even if I don’t like the mating, the few daughters I will get from that young sire will not put me out of business. I believe there has been a lot of thought by a lot of people going into that selection. It all goes back to my deep belief in the use of young sires. All young sires that are delivered to the farm are used. Metzger: A large number of sires including TOPEKA, METALICA, IRWIN, NITRO and 7JE1246 FRANKLIN. What percent of the sires that you are using are young sires? Chamberlain: Between 50-60% percent. Besides the young sires we choose to use, we are currently on three A.I. company’s young sire programs and we use that semen on all second and greater services. Chittenden: We are using 90% young sires. Easter: 75% of our usage is now young sires. Metzger: We are probably close to using 80-85% young sires. What is the importance of young sire usage? Chamberlain: We are constantly trying to bring in new genetics and the young sires a lot of times offer that. We use most young sires on second and greater services to reduce our semen cost. Chittenden: Young sires have always been used heavily at Dutch Hollow, and this has increased with the introduction of genomics. NOVEMber 2013
Easter: It gives any farm the potential for the fastest genetic growth that is possible. I believe that genomics has probably increased the reliability of young sires as a whole to the point that I dare use a high percentage of young sires. Metzger: In a herd my size it is a good way to get real-world data on a young sire’s daughters. The data is honest, there is no pampering and there are plenty of contemporaries for comparison. We have genomics now, but I think we still need information from daughters on the ground and we shouldn’t do away with young sire programs. We use young sires because those are the best genetics. Genomics has helped by improving the reliabilities on the young sires we are using. It is always my philosophy that even if a young sire’s evaluation goes down it is still ahead of what else is available. Sattler: Young sire usage is important for three reasons: 1. Young sires provide the first access to the genetics of the next generation of top A.I. sires. In the genomics era, quick use of the top young sires provides valuable genetic improvement opportunities for the Jersey breed as well as valuable marketing opportunities for Jersey breeders. 2. Use of young sires provides us with a track record of real daughter performance that provides breeders with important information about which proven sires to focus on in their breeding programs. 3. Use of young sires and the data collected through progeny testing activities provides the backbone of the industry’s information used to maintain the accuracy of genomic evaluations. Wolfe: Young sires are an integral part of genetic progress that can be measured by selection pressure, accuracy of selection, genetic variation and generation interval (average age of parents). Young bulls offer the greatest opportunity to impact genetic gain because they reduce the generation interval. By including genomics, Jersey breeders can be more confident that today’s genetic estimates of the merit of a young bull will be more accurate than those previously estimated using a traditional parent average. The reliability for a typical genomic-tested Jersey young sire is approximately 60% compared to 40% based on the traditional parent average. When intense selection pressure is used to select the next generation of sires and dams, young sires give us a look at what the future holds (continued to page 32)
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for the Jersey breed. How has genomics changed young sire usage? Chamberlain: Genomics has increased our young sire usage. I think it has greatly improved the quality of the young sires that we use, and we use them with a lot more confidence than before. In fact, we now use genomic young sires interchangeably with proven sires. Chittenden: The introduction of genomics has given us more confidence in the young sires we use, and helped to eliminate high parent average sires that may have caught the wrong end of the bell curve. Genomics, combined with the increased demand for Jersey semen, has led to a tremendous increase in the number of young sires being sampled. This allows for some diverse or niche pedigreed young sires (polled, outcross, high component, high type) to be sampled that might have otherwise not had room in the program. Easter: Before genomics I used 25, maybe 30, percent young sires. Every new update on the sires is more proof that genomics is working as we hoped it would. I feel very comfortable using 75% young sires.
ancestor performance component. In the 1980s the AJCA Board recommended that 25-40% of all matings be made to young bulls enrolled in an organized sampling program to promote breed progress. With the introduction of genomics in 2009, the Board modified its recommendation to “a minimum of 50% of all matings be made to genotyped young bulls enrolled in progeny test program” at its March 2011 meeting. That level was increased to 80% in June 2012. The 2012 registrations indicate that 40 percent of animals born in 2012 were sired by a genomic tested bull without daughter information. Year-to-date figures for 2013 indicate that has increased to 49%.
percent components. Easter: I am a believer in using a lot of young sires. In our case every young sire that is delivered to my tank is used. We use them as quickly as we can so that the proof information from my herd is shared and we know as quickly as possible the outcome of these young lads.
How do you use a variety of different young sires in the genomic era? Chamberlain: I look for pedigrees that would be an outcross because of the inbreeding problem. I’m looking for improved feet and legs and udders, primarily. In particular, I have been selecting for JUI in the last year or so. Chittenden: We are members of many different young sire groups and with all the various allocations, variety is not a problem. Bulls that are purchased in addition to the allocations are selected with strong consideration toward JUI and
Sattler: When using young sires for more breedings, it’s important to spread those breedings across a greater number of bulls. This is an important risk management strategy because the accuracy of genomic evaluations on these young sires is lower than the accuracy of proven sires. Some of the selected young sires aren’t going to live up to the levels of performance predicted by their genomic evaluations. It’s also important to make sure there are a variety of pedigrees represented in the larger group of young sires being used. Wolfe: When you limit the use of any
Metzger: I’m not a person that only uses five bulls and split them across the herd. I spread my risk out by using a lot more bulls and having fewer daughters from each bull. If a bull comes along that I like, either from a pedigree standpoint or he has high numbers, I may use a bit more. Also, if a bull is available in sexed semen I will also go back and use more.
Metzger: We use some bulls heavier than we would have before because they have high evaluations. We are still on Craig Davie-Martin, herd manager, Martinvale Farms Ltd., Waiotira North Island, New Zealand young sire programs and use what we 280-320 on a grass-only diet, original herd was predominantly Friesian with some crossbreds are allocated, but we will go back and and a small number of Jerseys; Select Sires Service Sires: 7JE1038 VALENTINO, have used use some bulls heavier that are high 7JE620 MAXIMUS, 7JE860 ECLIPES-P and 236JE3 IMPULS on traits like Cheese Merit $ (CM$) or Jersey Udder Index™ (JUI™) or are We use Select Sires because of the variety of genetic options, bulls with different attributes that from a cow family I like. Before I used enable them to blend into our program and the strong cow families in the background of many of the bulls. Select Sires is not afraid to introduce different genetics. I also like that Select Sires is the allocation on a bull and that was it, prepared to work with sires of other companies, and unless I really liked the pedigree. For not committed to staying only with sons of Select instance if VALENTINO would have Sires bulls. Select Sires has a variety of options, both been before genomics I would have genetically and phenotypically. This lets us design used 10 units and moved on. But, with our future milking females by minimizing weaknesses his genomic evaluation we used 40 or from our current herd, while building on the strengths of the cows we currently have. 50 units of semen on him right away. Sattler: Genomics has increased the use of young sires. USDA reports that the percentage of breedings to young sires increased from 25% in 2007 to 40% in 2011. The number of young sires used as sire fathers also has increased; from 19% in 2008 to 40% in 2011. Wolfe: Young sire usage has increased with genomics. The information used to predict the actual genetic merit of a young bull is more accurate because of genotyping. Genotyping identifies what has actually been transmitted to the young bull when genomic information is added to the traditional Page 32
Typically the New Zealand Jersey sires available do not have the udder qualities we are looking for, and are tending towards a much smaller frame and reduced capacity to make them more efficient. Unfortunately to survive on our low-input system these qualities are not really compatible. We do not claim to select semen from one company but through World Wide Sires in New Zealand, we are pleased to say Select Sires has supplied more Jersey bulls than any other company to our herd. We have been able to utilize a number of Select Sires bulls to allow us to begin changing the genotype and subsequent phenotype of our herd. VALENTINO is hopefully the next significant step in our program. He offers a unique combination of type, production and a new bloodline to our herd. With size, strength and production in one package we have committed 40 percent of our semen order to this one bull. We plan this year to mate to 7JE535 JACE and ECLIPES-P bloodlines along with a large majority of our New Zealand influenced females to up their overall production, while maintaining or improving type traits. Moving forward we believe Select Sires will continue to develop bulls that will influence our New Zealand herd through multiple selection policies and maintaining a diverse range of types and bloodlines. We look forward to seeing what they have coming through next year and for all the years in the future.
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one bull you will have more bulls in the breeding program. A general recommendation is that a bull with reliability less than 70% should be used for no more than 5% of all matings. That’s a typical genotyped young bull before daughter information is added to his genetic evaluation. If you make 80% of matings to genotyped young bulls, that would require 16 different young bulls adding variety to the matings and spreading the risk of using any one particular bull. More diversity can be achieved by using the Genomic Future Inbreeding (GFI) to select among full brothers or other bulls that may be related by pedigree. GFI indicates how closely related the young bulls are with the genotyped Jersey population. By selecting lower GFI young bulls you are selecting more variety. Has Select Sires upheld its mission of offering diverse genetics to expand the breed? Chamberlain: Yes, I believe so. I think they offer a broad selection of pedigrees that allow you to choose sires that capitalize on your milk market and improve your herd. Chittenden: As mentioned previously, the increased number of sires being sampled has allowed Select Sires to bring in bulls that cater to all markets and helped to maintain the diversity within the breed. Easter: In the last two groups of Select Sires young sires that were delivered to the farm there were eight different bulls. The interesting part is five of the sires of these bulls were not Select sires. That means Select Sires has the ability to look outside of just their own breeding program. I was surprised and pleased when I saw that. I think we have seen with the use of genomics, that there are some outlier bulls that are being brought into A.I. In the past, these bulls would have been ignored; but their genomics came through. It appears as though we are starting to identify young lads that have the best of the best from both sides of the family and are bulls that historically would have never been available through A.I. Metzger: Yes, I think they have especially with the Danish bulls available from Select Sires as well as the variety of bulls they offer. They have high Cheese Merit bulls or high type bulls to offer different breeders. Sattler: Select Sires has maintained a large Jersey sampling program for many years. We’ve been sampling about 40 Jerseys per year since 2006 and began expanding the program again in 2012. We are looking to sample 60 Jersey bulls in 2014. In NOVEMber 2013
2013, we will sample 11 bulls with GFI values that are below 6.0. Select Sires realizes there are a variety of selection goals among Jersey breeders and we try to include bulls that will meet this variety of market needs. This also contributes to the diversity of our genetic offering. Wolfe: Select Sires is an influential member of NAAB whose member organizations are marketing Jersey bull genetics. The August 2013 Jersey bull A.I. offering numbers 398 sires including active, foreign and genomic bulls, a total greater than it has ever been. Approximately two-
thirds of these bulls have a GFI ranging from 4.3 to 8.7, indicating an opportunity for selecting diverse genetics. With the Jersey breed continuing to grow and the need for more young sires to be proven, how do we, as a breed, reduce inbreeding? Chamberlain: I think we need to promote more programs like AJCA’s JerseyMate™ or other programs that A.I. companies may provide and emphasize to dairy producers the need to manage inbreeding. If we just focus on a few traits, I am afraid we are (continued to page 36)
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targeting just a few cow families and sires that put up big numbers, leading to more and more inbreeding. I think we need some sort of organized mating guide to help dairy producers manage inbreeding. Chittenden: Inbreeding does cause some concern as many of the popular sires and cow families seem to dominate the top of the index lists. I think it will become increasingly important to identify bulls that might introduce different bloodlines, even if they are coming from the “second tier” of the index lists. Balanced bulls with outcross genetics will get used. Easter: Whether you are a dairy producer with a regional sire group or on Select Sires sire committee, I think inbreeding is a large concern. These folks need to be very aware of inbreeding and to make sure there is enough diversity in their selection process to not let inbreeding become a serious problem. Genomics has the ability to increase inbreeding as well as reduce it. If you spend time watching for diversity, genomics will give us the ability to reduce inbreeding. But, you can quickly fall into the trap of reducing the gene pool. Metzger: Continue to look for that outcross pedigree or test daughters of different bulls
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Frank Hueckmann Voss and wife Leda Sedo and four daughters Melissa, Daniela, Lucia and Nicole and his mother, Edith Voss, and sister, Iris; Edimu .S.A., Los Cartagos, Heredia, Costa Rica 212 total animals with 99 lactating cows in a rotational pasture-based system producing, with 305-day corrected milk on two time-a-day milking, 16,160 pounds of milk, 4.4 percent fat and 3.5 percent protein; Select Sires Service Sires: 7JE886 MILES, 7JE1169 TOPEKA, 7JE1173 PRESCOTT, 7JE1038 VALENTINO, 7JE1179 CLARK, 7JE860 ECLIPESP, 7JE1087 BUNGEE, 7JE1067 GOLDA, 7JE1000 TBONE, 7JE1100 KANOO, 7JE1149 DIMENSION and 507JE590 ACTION, 507JE1000 TBONE AND 507JE1219 OLIVER-P.
We have been using Select Sires since 1978 because of the highly reliable genetics Select Sires will offer us that produce those outstanding cows with good type, good production and longevity with high bull fertility. The company also offers additional and important information regarding haplotypes, and bulls with the HealthMark™ or FeedPRO® designations. We know that there is a lot of work and science behind this. The confidence we get along with the years of good results makes it clear that Select Sires is the first-choice company for our breeding program. The goal of long-lasting cows with good production and type traits to get a uniform herd is only possible through high quality genetics and the Select Mating Service™ (SMS™) program.
to find a new bull mother. The Danish genetics also help in reducing inbreeding. Genomics has helped us identify some cows that might have been out there, but have high numbers and transmit those high numbers.
Sattler: The breed’s goal should not be to reduce inbreeding. Jersey performance will be maximized if the breed looks to continue to generate fast rates of genetic improvement while moderating inbreeding increases. This is an ongoing challenge. On
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one hand, the increased use of young sires should help slow the increase in inbreeding as a greater number of bulls are being used as sire fathers. On the other hand, it appears that animals with more popular pedigrees have an easier time getting to the top of the genomic evaluation rankings. It will be important for A.I. companies and breeders to move a little further down the genomic evaluation ranking lists to include animals with different pedigrees as they make matings to produce potential A.I. sires. Wolfe: Recent research of Dr. Sun and Dr. VanRaden indicate that the use of genomic relationships and dominance effects in a mating program is an effective strategy to reduce genomic inbreeding. The future direction of mating programs will be important to Jersey breed growth. There is no doubt that more young bulls will be needed to meet the demands of a growing cow population. If the proposed strategies are implemented, we have an opportunity to maximize genetic progress while minimizing inbreeding. How do you create genetic diversity through young sire usage? Chamberlain: There generally is a wider range of pedigree options with young sires. We are able to pick and choose young sires that aren’t related to our herd’s current genetic population. Easter: By making sure that I use young sires without saying “I don’t know this bull, I’m not going to use him” or “I don’t like this mating, I am not going to use this young sire.” We believe in using the entire group to the best of our ability within our breeding system and let the chips fall where they may. We have historically found some pretty nice cows from young sires that we would not have used if that young sire semen had not been put in our tank. Metzger: I try to not use too many bulls from one cow family. We try to make a corrective mating each time. For instance, we might use a bull like ZIPPER on a VALENTINO daughter to create something different and reduce inbreeding. Sattler: It’s important to spread usage across a greater number of bulls when using young sires and you should try to include a variety of pedigrees in these young sires. Breeding results aren’t always perfectly predictable and there still is an element of trial and error left in the breeding business. By providing more bulls the opportunity to be sire fathers and by including more pedigree combinations a chance to go through the progeny testing process, we increase the chances that we will uncover some that produce outstanding results. NOVEMber 2013
Wolfe: The limited use of any one bull will create diversity because more bulls will be included. Individual matings that are made with attention to both pedigree and genomic relationship (GFI) can create diversity. Is there still value in daughter-proven genetics? Chamberlain: Very much, as far as I am concerned. Proven genetics are the gold standard. That is really the proof that the genomic results are accurate. We need to continue to have phenotypic results measured. It is very, very important. Chittenden: The shift toward young sires
at Dutch Hollow has been due to a lack of proven sires that met the expectations for udder traits. As more proven sires come along that meet these expectations, the usage may increase as long as semen price remains reasonable. Most of the proven sires currently seeing use are high fertility bulls with good udders. Easter: Absolutely. No matter how good our young sire program is or how successful it gets, there is still room for the sire that has created a track record for himself with actual daughters. Breeders need to be able to use sires such as (continued to page 41)
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VALENTINO, ACTION and SOONER. There will always be a place for a super bull with a proven track record. I would never want to reduce the value of those bulls. Metzger: Yes, they have a higher reliability than genomic young sires. But, they also need to have something else to bring to the table. We have all seen these genomic young sires go down more than they go up so we need to continue to watch that. Sattler: Absolutely! For producers who make their living exclusively from the milk check, a conservative breeding strategy is very effective at producing a consistent and competitive herd of cows. Currently available young sires have genomic evaluations that have a published reliability of 60 percent for Net Merit $. Select Sires currently offers 14 progenyproven sires that have genetic evaluations that are over 85 percent NM$ Reliability. The added reliability that progeny-proven sires provide allow producers to use fewer bulls in their breeding program which simplifies the breeding program, simplifies record keeping and leads to more consistent results. There is also value in being confident that the bulls you are
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Wayne and Tyler Langford and children, Lewis, Gordie and Alfie; Go-Ahead Farms, Golden Bay, New Zealand 1,100 head in a pasture-based system with a 54-cow rotary parlor. Current production is 937 lbs. of milk soilids per cow per year with a goal of producing 1,102 lbs. milk solids per cow per year; Select Sires Service Sires: 7JE1038 VALENTINO, 7JE1067 GOLDA
We are looking to increase the size and milk yield in our cows, and also outcross from the small New Zealand Jersey genetic profile. We are currently calving in our first Select-sired heifers and have noticed an increase in the size of two-year-olds, many are taller than mature cows in the herd. They are also very clean boned with very tidy udders, but most importantly with loads of milk. Select Sires can provide us with a variety of the best bulls in the world. I don’t like them all, they’re not all suited for our farm, but the ones that are, fit perfectly and help us meet our farm goals. I’m impressed with Select sires that produce a Jersey cow that has the ability to produce high milk yields. New Zealand breeding programs have been based around smaller cows with higher components. It is important that we don’t forget just how efficient a Jersey cow can be and how it will dominate other breeds if the breeding program matches the farm.
using will transmit good production, sound udders and high semen fertility which maximizes the chances of generating a profitable replacement heifer. Wolfe: Absolutely. The portion of matings made to daughter-proven bulls will
continue to have an impact on Jersey breed progress. From the genomic perspective, daughter performance is needed to translate what the SNPs means. Daughterproven bulls are needed to continually calibrate the genomic evaluations.
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• August 16, 2013, Missouri State Fairgrounds, Sedalia, Mo. • Allyn Paulson, Juneau, Wis., judge • 41 head shown • Sr. and Gr. Champ. female—MiWil Sultan Sharma, Shannon and Kimberly Wilson, Neosho • Res. Sr. and Res. Gr. Champ. female—Meadow Winds Starlet, AJ and JT Ling, Springfield • Int. Champ. female—Mi-Wil MVP Zapper, Michael L. Wilson, Neosho • Res. Int. Champ. female—Barbee Dolls EX of SS/DT, Starstruck Show Cattle, Half Way • Jr. Champ. female—Bella VB Response of Starstruck, Grant Haven Dohle, Half Way • Res. Jr. Champ. female—Vixy Ex of Starstruck, Grant Haven Dohle • Premier Exhibitor—Starstruck Show Cattle • Premier Breeder—Michael L. Wilson Class Winners
Junior heifer calf (5 shown) 1. Mi Wil Zinger, Michael and Shannon Wilson, Neosho 2. Entry by A.J. and J.T. Ling, Springfield Intermediate heifer calf (3 shown) 1. Bella VB Response of Starstruck (S: Arethusa Verbatim Response-ET, D: Beautys Jade of Starstrauck), Grant Haven Dohle, Half Way, jr. champ. 2. GR PD Forever Reinee, Tucker Peterson, Mountain Grove Senior heifer calf (3 shown) 1. Kats Exclamation of SS-Twin, Starstruck Show Cattle, Half Way 2. Sunny Grove Voyager Lucy, Richard Groves and Sherry, Stephen and Cody Schniedermeyer, Skidmore Summer yearling heifer (3 shown) 1. Mi Wil Tequila Tyra, Shannon Wilson, Neosho 2. Fallenleaf Action Dazzle, Tucker Peterson Junior yearling heifer (3 shown) 1. Mi Wil Tequila Zep-ET, Michael L. Wilson, Neosho 2. Hawk Pond Hardaway Martha, Janice Ling, Springfield Intermediate yearling heifer (1 shown) 1. Vixy Ex of Starstruck (S: Eclipses Exclamation, D: Vindication Patrick Violet), Grant Haven Dohle, res. jr. champ. Senior yearling heifer (2 shown) 1. R&S Sunrise Annabelle, Richard Groves and Sherry, Stephen and Cody Schniedermeyer Junior 2-yr.-old cow (5 shown) 1. Robthom Starry Exclamation, AJ and JT Ling 2. Arethusa Justice Vivianne, Vivianne Syndicate, Half Way Senior 2-yr.-old cow (4 shown) 1. Barbee Dolls EX of SS/DT (S: Eclipses Exclamation, D: Ronde Quixote Barbee), Starstruck Show Cattle, res. int. champ. 2. Exclamation Haily of Edgebrook, Tucker Peterson Junior 3-yr.-old cow (1 shown) 1. Mi-Wil MVP Zapper (S: Ratliff Justice MVP, D: Wilco Deluxe Zap-ET), Michael L. Wilson, int. champ. Senior 3-yr.-old cow (1 shown) 1. KCC Verify F711, Starstruck Show Cattle 4-yr.-old cow (4 shown) 1. Mi Wil Sultan Sharma (S: SHF Centurion Sultan, D: Mi Wil Ressurection Shandie), Shannon and Kimberly Wilson, Neosho, sr. and gr. champ. 2. Klus-Grove Vertigo Cammille, Richard Groves and Sherry, Stephen and Cody Schniedermeyer 5-yr.-old cow (2 shown) 1. Meadow Winds Starlet (S: Meadow Winds Walker, D: Meadow Winds Scarlet), AJ and JT Ling, res. sr. and res. gr. champ. Aged cow (3 shown) 1. ShoMe Easys Sig of Starstruck, Starstruck Show
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Cattle 2. Wilco Deluxe Zap-ET, Michael L. Wilson Junior best three females (3 shown) 1. Grant Dohle 2. Michael L. Wilson Best three females (2 shown) 1. Michael L. Wilson Produce of dam (3 shown) 1. Michael L. Wilson
2. Michael L. Wilson Dam and daughter (3 shown) 1. AJ and JT Ling 2. Michael L. Wilson Dairy herd (2 shown) 1. Michael L. Wilson Breeder’s herd (2 shown) 1. Michael L. Wilson
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n the four years since genotyping first became available to Jersey breeders, the industry has discovered new facts about the Jersey genome and incorporated the technology into decisions that are made every day to manage, merchandise and mate the dairy herd. On the sire side of the business, genotyping has not only altered the Jersey breeder’s mindset about proven sires and young sires, it has also impacted the way A.I. organizations identify bull mothers, write contracts and select young bulls for sampling programs. “Genotyping lets us better predict a bull’s genetic contributions to future progeny,” said Herby Lutz, a member of the dairy sire analyst team at Select Sires. Lutz works full-time with the Jersey program and breeds Registered Jerseys with his family at Her-Man Jerseys in Chester, S.C. “It is a more accurate tool than parent averages for identifying the bulls that can advance the Jersey breed because it lets us know earlier and more specifically what genes have been inherited from each side of the pedigree. We have been more successful in identifying some of the breed’s best bulls early with the adoption of genotyping.” Usage of young sires has increased because genotyping yields more information and more information leads to increased reliabilities. At about 60%, the average reliability of a genotyped bull with no daughters surpasses his counterpart with a parent average and a reliability of 40% and rivals that of proven bulls with first crop daughters, whose reliabilities average about 70%. Young Jersey bulls in the Program for Genetic Advancement at Select Sires’ Darby Creek facility in Columbus, Ohio.
On the current list of Active A.I. Jersey bulls, three of the top four and half of the top 20 are former G-code bulls who now have milking daughter information contributing to their proofs. Included in this group is All Lynns Louie Valentino-ET, GJPI +190, who topped the list of G-code bulls in April 2011 and today ranks #6 among Active A.I. bulls with a proof that includes more than 800 daughters in 166 herds. In 2008—the year before official genomic evaluations were released—females sired by unproven bulls accounted for 27% of all females registered by the American Jersey Cattle Association (AJCA). Today, nearly half of the females being registered are sired by unproven, genomic-evaluated bulls with no daughter information in their proof. One of the most significant ways genotyping advances genetic gain is by shortening generation interval. “We used to find a nice two-year-old with a great cow family behind her, breed her to the best proven bull of the day and hope to get a great bull,” said Lutz. “Today we find that same two-yearold and mate her daughter to the hottest genomic bulls in hopes of getting a great bull.” We are still interested in performance—knowing what the cow does, what she scores and what is behind her—but want to shorten generation interval by mating the breed’s top heifers to the breed’s best unproven young bulls, summed Lutz. In 2012, eight of the top 10 most heavily used sires of sons registered by the AJCA were G-code bulls, including the most-used bull,
Though “Magnum” was a genomic-tested young bull, he ranked Hawarden Impuls Premier, GJPI +180, with 187 sons, and Schultz #88 on the April 2011 listing of G-code bulls with an index of Legal Critic-P, GJPI +190, the highest ranking polled G-code bull +118—not the odds-on favorite for leading the breed at some future for the three official genetic evaluations in 2012. point in time. But as daughter information contributed to his proof, The sire sampling industry is now expressing interest in far more his genomic evaluations rose dramatically, as did his standings on females than it was in the pre-genomics era, but being far more the bull lists. In August 2012, when he made his debut on the list selective with the bulls that are chosen for sampling programs. of Active A.I. Jersey Bulls, he ranked #43 with a GJPI of +137 and “To get the 35-40 bulls we needed at Select Sires a few years ago, a proof that included 19 daughters in nine herds. He led the listing we would write a minimum of 90-100 contracts to make that hapof proven bulls a year later with a GJPI of +237 and a proof that pen,” Lutz noted. “We figured 25% of the bulls would not produce includes 256 daughters in 21 herds, with a reliability of 93%. enough semen and another 25% would fail health tests. This left “Zipper” was proven through us with a 50% placement rate.” Select Sires’ young sire program, “We have dramatically increased the number of Jersey contracts since ge- “Genomics, combined with the increased demand the Program for Advanced Genetnotyping was introduced to obtain the for Jersey semen, has led to a tremendous increase ics (PGA), but never marketed as a best young bulls to sample and provide in the number of young sires being sampled. This G-code bull. He was first included our customers,” continued Lutz. “This allows for some diverse or niche-pedigreed young on the list of Active A.I. Jersey Bulls is due to the demand for Jersey semen sires (polled, outcross, high components, high type) in December 2012 ranked #8 with a worldwide, the expansion of our do- to be sampled that might have otherwise not had GJPI of +203. Today he has a GJPI of +221 and a proof that includes 91 mestic young sire program to 60-plus room in the program.” bulls, and to ensure we supply the very Alan Chittenden, Schodack Landing, NY daughters in 51 herds, with a reliability of 89%. best genetics for breed advancement.” Because of the differing levels of Of the bulls that A.I. genotype’s reliabilities and our consumer wishes, the lists of proven bulls and about one in 10 will eventually be placed in A.I. according to young sires available from Select Sires continue to be published industry standards, Lutz reported. separately, noted Lutz. Another way genotyping will advance the Jersey breed is by As a Jersey sire analyst predicting what kind of traits will be of incorporating elite genetics from non-traditional sources. importance to the breed down the road, Lutz said, “Production and “Herds that identify their animals but are not enrolled on official type will always be paramount. And while GJPI is a starting point, test are now genotyping their animals as well to find superior gewe have a broad customer base and need to have something for netics,” said Lutz. “The technology has allowed us to get reliable everyone. Herd managers, especially for large commercial operainformation on animals that have not been on ‘the radar’ in the tions, continue to be interested in traits like Jersey Udder Index and past. Genotyping has even prompted herds that have identified their Cheese Merit Dollars and in components.” animals for years, but never been on test, to enroll on REAP and “It is also important for breed use services of the AJCA for the first growth to consider health and fertility time.” “Make sure you get your animals “Progeny proving programs are very valuable. traits. Experience with fertility issues registered,” advised Lutz. “This is Proven genetics are the gold standard. That is really is one of the reasons dairy producers the first step to ensure they can be in- the proof that the genomic results are accurate. are increasingly incorporating Jersey cluded on lists that industry influenc- We need to continue to have phenotypic results genetics in other-breed herds. Fertility advantages is what they expect from ers around the world use to develop a measured.” genetic base from which to breed more David Chamberlain, Wyoming, NY Jersey genetics.” Though genomics is science-based, profitable Jersey animals.” there continues to be a human element Though genomics helps the dairy in sire selection. “Our sire committee, which is made of a represenindustry isolate the most promising individuals as parents of the tative of each of the nine member cooperatives, has directed us to next generation, it is equally important to put bulls through progeny sample bulls with at least two generations of Very Good dams and test programs to validate the prediction. see a bull’s dam before he heads to our facilities,” remarked Lutz. “We have to keep in mind that genomic evaluations have an Newly-found genes and haplotypes, such as the Jersey Haplotype average reliability of 60%, which leaves 40% room for change,” 1, will continue to play a role in genetic selection as well as more Lutz reported. “Daughter data is still the gold standard for proving is learned about the Jersey genome. bulls and getting reliable results.” When it comes to breeding a better cow, the dairy industry needs “JH1 has definitely changed the process of selecting bull mothto continue to collect the kind of information that built the compreers,” noted Lutz. “If she is a carrier for JH1, she has to be extremely hensive genetic database that is the envy of the world. good to be considered and any resulting males that are carriers must “‘Valentino’ is a genomics rock star and a poster child for dembe the best-of-the-best to warrant sampling.” onstrating what genomics can do” Lutz continued “But several Another industry tool that goes hand-in-hand with genotyping other top proven bulls have come way up from their early genomic and has changed the contract-writing process is in-vitro fertilizaevaluations, after daughter information contributed to their proofs, tion, commented Lutz. “The technology allows us to make calves including Wilsonview Jevon Magnum-ET, currently ranked #1, and out of pregnant cows and use many different bulls because oocyte Sunrise/Hackline Bungy Zipper, ranked #3.” (continued to page 50) NOVEMber 2013
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Ertl Joins Semex as U.S. Jersey Sire Analyst
Semex recently announced that David Ertl has joined the Semex Jersey Team as the US Jersey Sire Analyst. In this role, David will report directly to the Jersey Program Manager, and will be responsible for executing Semex’s Jersey sire selection and acquisition strategy in the U.S.. This newly created Ertl position supports Semex’s growing Jersey Genomax™ program, ensuring Semex continues to obtain the breed’s best genetics. Additionally, David will be working directly with the Semex Team from coast to coast, supporting sales and providing Jersey knowledge and genetic expertise. David was born and raised in Ohio, attending The Ohio State University where he obtained a bachelor of animal science degree with a minor in agricultural business. Following graduation, David was a herdsman at a central Ohio commercial dairy, providing cow-side diagnostics and treatment as well as whole herd and em-
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ployee management. His own herd, Ertl Jerseys, has ranked in the top 25% in the nation for JPI, and has had numerous bulls enter stud including 0200JE00180 Ertl Mantra, a top 20 G-code bull. Additionally, David was awarded the 2011 Young Jersey Breeder Award from the American Jersey Cattle Association. Most recently, David worked for Sexing Technologies as Director of Nutrient Management at their Ohio Heifer Center. “We could not be more excited to add David to our Jersey team,” said Russell Gammon, Semex Jersey Program Manager. “With his practical knowledge of modern dairy farming, a world of energy and drive, and an ocean-deep knowledge of the Jersey breed, David is the perfect choice for this position!” David, his wife Beth and three children reside in Edison, Ohio.
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recovery can occur every two weeks. This has increased the number of elite animals that have been genotyped, especially in larger dairies, since resulting calves are almost always genotyped.” With more Jersey breeders genotyping their animals, including bulls, there
is opportunity to find outstanding Jersey genetics from non-traditional sources and increase the number of bulls that are sampled to meet the growing demand for Jersey semen. Select Sires has even picked up bulls that were genotyped by their breeders, noted Lutz. “To get your special genetics noticed, advertise in the Jersey Journal,” advised Lutz. “The magazine is a great tool for gaining visibility around the world, especially since the online version was made available. “As well, don’t be afraid to give us a call if you have a cow that you are about to breed and want to know ‘who would you breed her to?’ We always have some exciting new bulls in mind and you might be able to shorten the generation interval on your best genetics and get a son sampled through A.I.” “Our commitment to working with dairy producers who want to partner with us in providing genetics to the world is stronger than ever,” continued Lutz. “We are partners for profit with all Jersey breeders who choose Select Sires to house, sample and sell semen on their bulls.” Genotyping is a tool that enables us to fast forward genetic progress at the grass roots and breed levels and makes it an exciting time to be breeding dairy cattle, especially Jerseys.
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ambitions, goals and career aspirations, including plans for achieving them. The letter must also explain how and why the Fred Stout Experience will be of benefit in achieving future goals. A summary of involvement with and interest in Registered Jersey™ cattle is required. Specify which experience (marketing internship, on-farm internship) is preferred, or indicate if you are interested in both opportunities. Two letters of support are required, one from an active breeder of Registered Jersey cattle, excluding immediate family members; and the other from a teacher, mentor or past employer. These must be mailed directly by the supporters to the AJCA office. Applications and letters of support must be postmarked no later than Monday, December 2, 2013, and addressed to Fred
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Stout Experience, American Jersey Cattle Association, 6486 E. Main Street, Reynoldsburg, OH 43068-2362. They may be sent by email to info@usjersey.com. Previous recipients of the Fred Stout Experience Award are Tara Bohnert, Ill. (2003); Allison Waggoner, S.C. (2004); Dan Bauer, Wis. (2005); Aaron Horst, Pa. (2006); Jacob Pieper, Md. (2007); Katie Albaugh, Md. (2008); Brady Core, Ky. (2009); Kim Wilson, Mo., and Ivy Roberts, Fla. (2010); Joseph Fjarlie, Wis., and Amy Maxwell, Iowa (2011); Robert McGarry, Vt., and Lyman Rudgers, N.Y. (2012); and Meagan Bolen, Ohio, and Wyatt Smith, Minn. (2013). Deadline to be included in the Jersey Directory, December 15.
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Fraley, Muncy, Pa., res. jr. champ. 2. Edgebrook Tequila Shiloh, Purple Fever Cattle Co., Lowville, N.Y. 3. Charlyn Impression Shine, Charlyn Jerseys, Warwick Township, Ont., best bred and owned Summer yearling (17 shown) 1. TJ Classic Remake Vanna-ET, Joe Nash, Michael Heath, and Triple T Holsteins, Campbellsville, Ky. 2. Tower Vue Lil Whiskey, Bailee, Calla and Mason Mazzaro and Duane Cole, Williamsfield, Ohio 3. Woodmohr Marlo Luscious Lady, Woodmohr Jerseys, Bloomer, Wis., best bred and owned Junior yearling heifer (31 shown) 1. Stoney Point Tequila Sunrise (S: Tower Vue Prime Tequila-ET, D: Stoney Point Sulton Sunny), Gene Iager and Craig Walton, Pleasant Plain, Ohio, jr. champ. 2. Meadowr idge Mac Kaitynn, Michael Riebe,
Cumberland, Wis., best bred and owned 3. Homeridge Reward Violet, Belfontaine Genetics, STMarc-Sur-Richelieu, Que. Intermediate yearling heifer (20 shown) 1. M-Signature Tequila Clara Marie, Gene Iager and Kevin Ehrhardt, Baldwin, Md. 2. Woodmohr Verbatim Fame, Woodmohr Jerseys, best bred and owned 3. Townside Jade Andra, Chris Vandyk, New Richmond, Wis. Senior yearling heifer (9 shown) 1. Elliotts Exciting Chalice-ET, Ernest W. Kueffner, Boonsboro, Md., best bred and owned 2. Arethusa Exciting Vanguard-ET, Arethusa Farm, Litchfield, Conn. 3. Arethusa Vida Tequila-ET, Arethusa Farm Milking senior yearling (18 shown) 1. Meadowridge Roosevelt Marlie, Roger R. Riebe, Cumberland, Wis., best bred and owned and best udder 2. South Mountain Tequila Jem, Ernest W. Kueffner and Terri L. Packard 3. Garhaven Iatola Dusk, Ernest W. Kueffner and Terri L. Packard Junior 2-yr.-old cow (29 shown) 1. Mi-San 2 Verbatim Effortless, Nic, Jeni, Ben and Andy Sauder, Tremont, Ill., best udder 2. Ronada Viv Peggy, Belfontaine Genetics 3. Page-Crest Victory, Derek Leon Page, Mount Vernon, Mo., best bred and owned Senior 2-yr.-old cow (22 shown) 1. Four-Hills 1st Blue 3241-ET, Megan and Britney Hill, Bristol Vt., best udder 2. Woodmohr La Diva La Jamah, Woodmohr Jerseys, best bred and owned 3. Elliotts Cosmo Action-ET, Gene Iager and Kevin Ehrhardt World Dairy Expo International Futurity (23 shown) 1. Arethusa On Time Vogue-ET, Whiskey River Holsteins, Flamborough, Ont., best udder 2. Arethusa Action Varsity-ET, Greg Lambert, Fond Du Lac, Wis. 3. TJ Classic Minister Venus-ET, Brandon Ferry and Greg and Joel Bourne, Pickett, Wis., best bred and owned Junior 3-yr.-old cow (20 shown) 1. Payneside GG Got Milk (S: Griffens Governor-ET, D: Payneside Clear Magic), Nic, Jeni, Ben and Andy Sauder, res. int. champ. 2. Arethusa On Time Vogue-ET, Whiskey River Holsteins, best udder and production award 3. Avonlea Iatola Victoria, Nic, Jeni, Ben and Andy Sauder Best bred and owned—TJ Classic Minister Venus, Brandon Ferry and Greg and Joel Bourne, 6th in class Senior 3-yr.-old cow (23 shown) 1. Page-Crest Excitation Karlie (S: Bridon Excitation,
Page-Crest Excitation Karlie 1st Senior 3-yr.-old cow Intermediate and Grand Champion
Stoney Point Excitation Jamie 1st Aged cow Senior and Res. Grand Champion
Extreme Electra 1st 100,000-lb. cow Reserve Senior Champion
Payneside GG Got Milk 1st Junior 3-yr.-old cow Reserve Intermediate Champion
Stoney Point Tequila Sunrise 1st Junior yearling heifer Junior Champion
Schulte Bros Tequila Shot-ET 1st Senior heifer calf Reserve Junior Champion
International Jersey Show
• October 1-2, 2013, Alliant Energy Center, Madison, Wis. • Callum McKinven, Canton de Hatley, Que., judge; Stephen Borland, Ormstown Que., associate judge • 340 head shown • Intermediate and Grand Champion female—Page-Crest Excitation Karlie, Arethusa Farm, Litchfield, Conn. • Senior and Reserve Grand Champion female—Stoney Point Excitation Jamie, Andy Sauder, Tremont, Ill. • Reserve Senior Champion female—Extreme Electra, Entourage Farm, Cybil Fisher and Triple T, Gaithersburg, Md. • Reserve Intermediate Champion female—Payneside GG Got Milk, Nic, Jeni, Ben and Andy Sauder, Tremont, Ill. • Junior Champion female—Stoney Point Tequila Sunrise, Gene Iager and Craig Walton, Pleasant Plain, Ohio • Reserve Junior Champion female—Schulte Bros Tequila Shot-ET, Landree Fraley, Muncy, Pa. • Premier Breeder—Ratliff Jerseys, Garnett, Kan. • Premier Exhibitor—River Valley Dairy, Tremont, Ill. • Ted Krueger Premier Sire—Tower Vue Prime Tequila-ET, Taurus Service Inc., Mehoopany, Pa. Class winners Junior heifer calf (25 shown) 1. Ryans Louie Polly, Janelle Renee Remington, Juneau, Wis. 2. Gil-Bar Giller Becky, Gil-Bar Farm, Janesville, Wis., best bred and owned 3. DKG Motion Blinky, John, Donna, Trevor, Lane and Blake Greiwe, and Grace, Garrett and Meredith Hageman, Sidney, Ohio Intermediate heifer calf (30 shown) 1. Meadowridge Bart Betsy, Roger R. Riebe and Alleah Anderson, Cumberland, Wis., best bred and owned 2. Charlyn JK Sherry, Gerald Roefs, Lakeside, Ont. 3. South Mountain Tequila Sangria-ET, Ernest Kueffner and Terri L. Packard, Boonsboro, Md. Senior heifer calf (31 shown) 1. Schulte Bros Tequila Shot-ET (S: Tower Vue Prime Tequila-ET, D: Mi Wil Deluxe Gorgeous), Landree
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D: Karson 222 of Page-Crest), Arethusa Farm, best udder, int. and gr. champ. 2. Marynole Excite Rosey, Ernest W. Kueffner and Terri L. Packard 3. Underground Hazels Holly, Jacklyn Booth Best bred and owned—Miss Triple T Serenity-ET, Colton Thomas, Cable, Ohio, 4th in class Production award—Sho-Me Giller Trina, Derek Leon Page, 5th in class 4-yr.-old cow (24 shown) 1. Cowbell Guapo Ricochet, Nic, Jeni, Ben and Andy Sauder, best udder 2. Ratliff Minister Porscha-ET, Christy Ratliff, Garnett, Kan., best bred and owned 3. Goal Linita, Bailee, Calla and Mason Mazzaro and Duane Cole Production award—Woodmohr Marlos Ultra Divine-ET, Woodmohr Jerseys, 13th in class 5-yr.-old cow (14 shown) 1. Willdina Jade Bee, Nic, Jeni, Ben and Andy Sauder 2. Page-Crest Wild Jenny, Derek Leon Page, best bred and owned 3. Hawk Pond Jamaica Roxie, Kara Hale and Joe and Sarah Rocha, Cloverdale, Ore. Best udder—Ron-Net Sultan Bailey, Lavon Farms, Emory, Texas, 4th in class Production award—Woodmohr Synergy Lily, Woodmohr Jerseys, 6th in class Aged cow (15 shown) 1. Stoney Point Excitation Jamie (S: Bridon Excitation, D: Cranbrook Extreme Jacqueline), Andy Sauder, Tremont, Ill., best udder, sr. and res. gr. champ. 2. Pine Haven SSM Marmie, Nic, Jeni, Ben and Andy Sauder 3. Hillacres Morrae Maryland, Peter Vail and Budjon Farms, Lomira, Wis. Best bred and owned—Arethusa Veronicas Comet-ET, Arethusa Farm, 4th in class Production award—Frederick 2783 Adventure, S. Rader, G. Iager and S. Lackey, Pleasant Plain, Ohio, 7th in class 100,000 lb. cow (5 shown) 1. Extreme Electra (S: Piedmont Nadine Extreme-ET, D: Patrick Felecia), Entourage Farm, Cybil Fisher and Triple T, Gaithersburg, Md., best udder, res. sr. champ. 2. Forever Hopeful Tanya, Joel and Greg Bourne and Tabitha Francis, Ansonia, Ohio 3. GB Jade Diva of Woodmohr, Woodmohr Jerseys, production award and Nasco International Type and Production Award Best bred and owned —O.F. Thor Laurene, Julia M. Owens, Frederic, Wis., 4th in class Junior best three females (9 shown) 1. Ernest W. Kueffner 2. Roger Riebe and Family, Cumberland, Wis 3. Arethusa Farm Best three females (4 shown) 1. Ron and Christy Ratliff, Garnett, Kan. 2. Woodmohr Jerseys 3. Roger Riebe and Family, Cumberland, Wis. Produce of dam (1 shown) 1. Woodmohr Jerseys Exhibitor’s herd (4 shown) 1. Ernest Kueffner and Terri L. Packard 2. Ron and Christy Ratliff 3. Roger Riebe and Family State herd (1 shown) 1. Wisconsin
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Arethusa On Time Vogue-ET 1st International Jersey futurity Supreme Champion of Futurity
Meadowridge Roosevelt Marlie 1st Milking yearling
Mi-San 2 Verbatim Effortless 1st Junior 2-yr.-old cow
Four Hills 1st Blue 3241-ET 1st Senior 2-yr.-old cow
Cowbell Guapo Ricochet 1st 4-yr.-old cow
Willdina Jade Bee 1st 5-yr.-old cow
Ryans Louie Polly 1st Junior heifer calf
Meadowridge Bart Betsy 1st Intermediate heifer calf
M-Signature Tequila Clara Marie 1st Intermediate yearling heifer
Elliotts Exciting Chalice-ET 1st Senior yearling heifer
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International Junior Jersey Show
Iowa Senior yearling heifer (2 shown) ZJF Karsons Lexie, Delanie Melton, Greenfield, Ind. Milking senior yearling (3 shown) Over-Dose Stowe Malori, Austin Seely, Rio, Wis. Junior 2-yr.-old cow (5 shown) Underground Leahs Lollipop, Jacklyn Booth, Central Square, N.Y. Senior 2-yr.-old cow (8 shown) Four-Hills 1st Blue 3241-ET (S: Bovi-Lact First Prize-ET, D: DF Sultan Burganne), Megan Hill, Bristol, Vt., res. sr. and res. gr. champ. Junior 3-yr.-old cow (5 shown) Avonlea Iatola Victoria, Ben Sauder, Tremont, Ill.
Senior 3-yr.-old cow (3 shown) Underground Dominica Mamie-ET, Regina Pozzi, Valley Ford, Calif. 4-yr.-old cow (5 shown) Ratliff Sultan Velvet, Ben Sauder 5-yr.-old cow (2 shown) Willdina Jade Bee (S: Giprat Belles Jade-ET, D: Hermitage Duaiseoir Bette), Ben Sauder, sr., gr., and sup. champ. Aged cow (2 shown) Paule-View Giller Sabrina, Andy, Ryan and Kellie Ripp, Dimock, S.D. 100,000 lb. cow (1 shown) O.F. Thor Laurene, Julia M. Owens, Frederic, Wis.
Willdina Jade Bee 1st 5-yr.-old cow Senior, Grand and Supreme Champion
Four-Hills 1st Blue 3241-ET 1st Senior 2-yr.-old cow Res. Senior and Res. Grand Champion
Avon Road Getaway Ellie 1st Summer yearling heifer
Meadowridge Bart Betsy 1st Intermediate heifer calf Junior Champion
Ryans Louie Polly 1st Junior heifer calf Reserve Junior Champion
Avonlea Iatola Victoria 1st Junior 3-yr.-old cow
Ratliff Sultan Velvet 1st 4-yr.-old cow
Underground Dominica Mamie-ET 1st Senior 3-yr.-old cow
Underground Leahs Lollipop 1st Junior 2-yr.-old cow
Edgebrook Getaway Midnight 1st Intermediate yearling heifer
ZJF Karsons Lexie 1st Senior yearling heifer
Willdina Jade Bee was named Grand Champion for Ben Sauder, Tremont, Ill., at the International Junior Jersey Show held October 1-2, 2013. She went on to be crowned Supreme Champion of the World Dairy Expo Junior Show. Megan Hill, Bristol, Vt., exhibited the Reserve Grand Champion, Four-Hills 1st Blue 3241-ET. Callum McKinven, Canton de Hatley, Que., judged the 104 animals shown at the Alliant Energy Center in Madison, Wis. Class Winners
Junior heifer calf (13 shown) Ryans Louie Polly (S: Partee at Budjon Jade Louie-ET, D: Ryans FPH Peyton), Janelle Renee Remington, Juneau, Wis., res. jr. champ. Intermediate heifer calf (12 shown) Meadowridge Bart Betsy (S: Avonlea CF Blackbart-ET, D: Meadowridge Escapade Bryana), Alleah Anderson, Cumberland, Wis., jr. champ. Senior heifer calf (9 shown) Aces-Hi Stookeyholm HG Taffy, Jordan Stookey, Amarillo, Texas Summer yearling heifer (4 shown) Avon Road Getaway Ellie, Iris Quinlan, Alma Center, Wis. Junior yearling heifer (7 shown) Crubelcrest Ontime Elegance, Ashlee Crubel, Lancaster, Wis. Intermediate yearling heifer (5 shown) Edgebrook Getaway Midnight, Megan Bushman, Calmar,
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Faria Brothers Marvel Maradona was the high seller of the 2013 Top of the World Sale at $10,100. The seven-month-old calf was consigned by Faria Bros. Dairies, Dumas, Texas, and purchased by Sexing Technologies, represented by Dan Carroll, center. Also pictured are Wisconsin Jersey Queen Julia Owens; Wisconsin Jersey Princess, Sydney Endres; National Jersey Queen Jessica Smith; Allison Foster on the halter; and Jason Robinson, JMS Manager. In the box are Brad Barham, pedigrees; Chris Lundgren, Area Representative; and Lynn Lee, auctioneer.
Ahlem Topeka Maid 40527-ET sold via a video feed at this year’s sale. The 11-month-old heifer was consigned by Ahlem Farms Partnership— Bill and Carolyn Ahlem, and Sabino Ahlem Herrera DVM—of Hilmar, Calif. Mark and Shannon Gardner of Dayton, Pa., represented by Ron Mosser, AJCA Area Representative, placed the final bid on “Maid 40527.” Also pictured are: Wisconsin Queen Julia Owens; Wisconsin Princess, Sydney Endres; National Queen Jessica Smith; and Jason Robinson, JMS Manager. In the box are Brad Barham, Chris Lundgren, and Lynn Lee.
High Genomic Heifers Pace Top of the World Sale
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enomically tested individuals with strong maternal lines continue to lead the dairy industry when it comes to setting the market prices for heifers. This year’s Top of the World Sale in Madison, Wis., was no exception as three of the top five individuals had GJPIs of more than 180. The sale pavilion tent was standing room only with an estimated 400 onlookers watching as 28 lots of top quality Registered Jerseys took center stage and showed the dairy industry why the efficient little brown cow is the choice of the dairy industry. The group of Registered Jerseys sold for an average of $2,871.43 (up $122 per head over a year ago) and grossed $80,400. The 12 heifer calves selling led the way at an average price of $3,554.17. The eight milk cows sold for an average price of $2,856.25.
The High Sellers First time consignors, Faria Bros. Dairies, Dumas, Texas, sent one of their best to the sale with Faria Brothers Marvel Maradona. The March 2013 heifer sold with a GJPI of +250 and ranks 25th in the nation for GJPI among heifers. The powerful March calf caught the eye of several bidders as she sold with A.I. interest from seven different A.I. companies. In the end, it was Sexing Technologies of San Antonio, Texas, placing the final bid of $10,100. “Mardona” is sired by All Lynns Valentino Marvel, GJPI +248, and carries GPTAs of +2,045M, +58F, +63P, +$560CM, +3.5 Page 60
Sale Analysis
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Avg. Price Total Value
8 Cows, two years and over 3 Bred heifers 2 Open yearlings 12 Heifer calves 1 Embryo package 2 Choice Packages
$2,856.25 2,083.33 1,250.00 3,554.17 750.00 2,700.00
$22,850 6,250 2,500 42,650 750 5,400
28 Lots Median Price
$2,871.43 $2,500.00
$80,400
Sale Management: Jersey Marketing Service Auctioneer: Lynn Lee
for Productive Life (PL) and +250 GJPI. She has tested free of Jersey Haplotype 1 (JH1). Her dam is a Very Good daughter of Sweetie Plus Iatolas Bold, GJPI +227, projected to 23,345–1,045–803 m.e. at 1-8.
Attendees of World Dairy Expo took advantage of the unseasonably warm weather and packed the tent for the 2013 Top of the World Sale. Twenty-one buyers in 12 states purchased the high-quality pedigreed animals sold at the sale in conjunction with World Dairy Expo.
Her next dam is a daughter of Forest Glen Avery Action-ET, GJPI +77, with three records exceeding 25,000 lbs. milk, 950 lbs. fat and 830 lbs. protein. Through a phone bid, Mark and Shannon Gardner, Dayton, Pa., selected Ahlem Topeka Maid 40527-ET, to add to their top 60 ranking GJPI herd in the nation. They placed a final bid of $7,400 on the 11-month-old heifer, consigned by the Ahlem Farms Partnership, Hilmar, Calif. “Maid 40527” sold in absentia with a video shown during the bidding. She tested free of JH1 and is sired by Heartland Merchant Topeka-ET, GJPI +185. She has October GPTAs of +1,062M, +65F, +34P, +4.8 PL, and a GJPI of +193. Six A.I. companies have expressed interest in working with her as a bull mother. Her dam is an Excellent-90% daughter of Schultz Rescue Headline, GJPI +136, and is projected to 20,080–833–683 m.e. at 3-1. She has two sons in A.I. sampling and two brothers in A.I. as well. Her dam is an Excellent daughter of BW Legion, GJPI +61, with two records exceeding 20,000 lbs. milk and butterfat tests of 5.4% and 5.3%. She was the high selling female of the 2007 All American Jersey Sale. The next dam is the Excellent-93% Sunset Canyon Lemvig Maid 4-ET, with a top record of 5-2 365 30,508 7.0% 2,150 4.3% 1,302 DHIR. The fourth dam is the well-known Tenn Haug E Maid, Excellent-93%, with a 6-0 record of 26,014 lbs. milk, 1,820 lbs. fat (continued to page 62)
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2013 World Dairy Expo Highlights
The 2013 World Dairy Expo (WDE) lived up to its theme this year as the “Center of the Dairy Universe.� Elite cows, dairy producers and industry people all gathered to showcase a lifetime of hard work and compete for the prestigious awards. Of course, WDE would not be complete with the iconic colored shavings, and this year they were purple to compliment the dark purple starry-night photo backdrop. Junior Supreme Champion For a time the universe revolved around the International Junior Jersey Show, as Supreme Champion honors stemmed from its core. Five-year-old Jersey, Willdina Jade Bee, Excellent-91%, competed against six other breed champions to capture the coveted title of Supreme Champion for 19-year-old Ben Sauder, Tremont, Ill. She was bred by Willdina Farms, Bowmanville, Ont. Sauder received a $1,000 check from BouMatic for the accomplishment. Jersey junior Cassy Krull, Lake Mills, Wis., had her day in the sun as she was honored with the 2013 Merle Howard Award. The daughter of Cindy Krull and the late Brian Krull, is the 10th youth to
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her own animals for the show each year. She has had success in three breeds and owns 40 head.
receive this honor. The Merle Howard Award is presented to the top junior exhibitor at WDE who demonstrates exemplary skills in fitting, showmanship and overall passion for the dairy industry. The 20-year-old is active in her state and national Jersey and Holstein youth activities. This year, she was named the 58 th National Jersey Youth Achievement Award winner and has previously served as the National Jersey Queen. Above all, this young lady is a hard worker, who fits and prepares Krull
World Dairy Expo Showmanship Contests Over 280 youth competed in the 2013 World Dairy Expo Youth Showmanship Contest, and our Jersey youth were shining stars. Ashley Hawvermale, Wooster, Ohio, placed fifth in the junior division, under judge Jenny Thomas, Cable, Ohio. In the intermediate division placing among the top 10, chosen by judge Carl Phoenix, was Connor Erbsen, Lanark, Ill., third; Olivia Brandenburg, Fort Atkinson, Wis., fourth; Emma Olstad, Stoughton, Wis., fifth; Lindsey Sarbacker, Edgerton, Wis., seventh; and Grant Fremstad, Lone Rock, Wis., eighth. In the senior division placing among the top 10, chosen by judge Murray Reissner, was Lee Morey, Rochester, Alb., fifth; Taylor Leach, Linwood, Kan., seventh; and Julianne Holler, Sharpsville, Pa., ninth. Jersey youth Lee Morey and Austin Nauman, Norwalk, Wis., took second and third honors in the senior youth fitting contest.
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(7.0%) and 1,107 lbs. protein (4.3%) in 365 days. She has placed more than 20 sons into A.I. sampling over the years. Selling for $5,500 and the third high price of the night was Bellwood Celebrity Sassy-ET. The three-year-old cow was consigned by Roger D. Camp, Jr., Baton Rouge, La., and purchased by GoldenSpike Genetics, Buhl, Idaho. The Excellent daughter of Galaxies Celebrity-ET, GJPI +125, sold with a Jersey Udder Index of +6.92. At 2-1, she produced a record of 20,410 lbs. milk, 986 lbs. fat and 740 lbs. protein. She was Reserve Grand Champion of the 2012 Wisconsin Jersey Breeders Parish 2 Show in 2012 and placed third in the threeyear-old class a year later. She has three maternal brothers in A.I. sampling. Her dam is appraised Excellent-90% and is sired by SC Gold Dust Paramount Iatola-ET, GJPI +89. She has a three lactation m.e. average of 18,484–946–682 and has one brother in A.I. The next dam is Buttercrest Rocket Snap, Excellent-91%, with a best record of 3-1 305 19,730 5.9% 1,169 3.9% 775 99DCR. Knapp Time Visionary Bekka-ET was the fourth high selling individual at $4,100. The 10-month-old heifer was purchased by Roger Coulter, Columbia Crossroads, Pa. “Bekka” is a P9 duaghter of All Lynns Legal Visionary-ET, GJPI +222. She sold with an A.I. contract from Semex and interest from five other companies. Her October GPTA is +1,016M, +75F, +45P, +$535CM and +184 GJPI. She has tested free of JH1. Her dam is a Very Good daughter of Sunset Canyon Maximum-ET, GJPI +103. She has a three lactation m.e. average of 17,966–1,039–708. The next dam is appraised Excellent and has a best record of 3-11 305 19,960 5.5% 1,096 3.6% 710
The youngest buyers of the night, Ava, Ela and Ivy Hebgen, made sure to check out and sign for their purchase with the JMS clerk. The three sisters purchased PTJ Diamond Raelyn, consigned by Paul Graybill and Trent Kilgus, Fairbury, Ill. Their grandmother, Robin Krueger, helps them fill out the paperwork.
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97DCR. The fifth dam is Lyon Beloved, Excellent-92%, with more than 21,000 lbs. milk, 900 lbs. fat and 700 lbs. protein. “Bekka” was consigned by Kevin G. Knapp, Larchwood, Iowa. Dave Brown of Custer, Wash., selected ZBW Masons Tequila Veryberry-ET, for $3,900. The fancy April 2013 greatgranddaughter of Huronia Centurion Veronica 20J was the fifth high selling individual of the sale. Sired by the #1 PTA Type sire of the breed and premier performance sire of the International Jersey Show, Tower Vue Prime Tequila-ET, GJPI -89, “Verryberry” has a strong maternal lineup as well. Her dam is an Excellent daughter of SelectScott Minister-ET, GJPI -62, who is projected to 28,705–1,275–888 m.e. at 3-6. She was recently fresh and had 90 lbs. of milk on her first test this lactation. The next dam is a Very Good-88% daughter of Hollylane R Response-ET, JPI -44. “Verryberry’s” next dam is the worldrenown “Veronica,” Excellent-97%. The highly-decorated show cow was named Reserve National Grand Champion in 2002 and National Grand Champion in 2004. She was Supreme Champion of World Dairy Expo in 2006 and has twice received the honor at the Pennsylvania All-American Dairy Show. She has four complete lactations—three of them over 24,400 lbs. milk, 1,270 lbs. fat and 950 lbs. protein—and sent 19 sons to A.I. to date. “Verryberry” was consigned by Mason Ziemba, Lisbon, N.Y. Sales $2,600 and Over
(Consignors in Parentheses) Sexing Technologies, San Antonio, Texas Faria Brothers Marvel Maradona, heifer calf 7 mos... $10,100 (Faria Bros. Dairies, Dumas, Texas) Mark and Shannon Gardner, Dayton, Pa. Ahlem Topeka Maid 40527-ET, heifer calf 11 mos......... 7,400 (Ahlem Farms Partnership, Hilmar, Calif.) Golden-Spike Genetics, Buhl, Idaho Bellwood Celebrity Sassy-ET, cow 3 yrs........................ 5,500 (Roger D. Camp, Jr., Baton Rouge, La.) Roger Coulter, Columbia Crossroads, Pa. Knapp Time Visionary Bekka-ET, heifer calf 10 mos..... 4,100 (Kevin G. Knapp, Larchwood, Iowa) Dave Brown, Custer, Wash. Zbw Masons Tequila Veryberry-ET, heifer calf 5 mos... 3,900 (Mason Ziemba, Lisbon, N.Y.) Sydney Willingham, Gamaliel, Ky. Ratliff Denver Allure, heifer calf 6 mos........................... 3,600 (Ron and Christy Ratliff, Garnett, Kan.) Lance and Ryan Kamm, Baldwin, Wis. Underground Jan-Mamie Indiana-ET, cow 2 yrs............ 3,300 (Peter Vail and Budjon Farms, Lomira, Wis.) Meghan L. and Kylie Moody, Hamden, N.Y. Hixson Pro Dolly-P, heifer calf 6 mos............................. 3,100 (Andrew Hixson, Scottdale, Pa.) Brian Bagge, Worthington, Iowa Lyon Jade Addie, cow 2 yrs........................................... 2,900 (Nabholz Farms, West Union, Iowa) Regan Kramer, Wauzeka, Wis. First choice female sired by Bw Academy-Et and out of Ambition Hercules Jordan.............................................. 2,900 (Derek Orth, Lancaster, Wis.) Chase Koon, Emory, Texas Lavon Farms Sequence, cow 2 yrs................................ 2,750 (Lavon Farms, Emory, Texas) Ava, Ela and Ivy Hebgen, De Forest, Wis. Ptj Diamond Raelyn, bred heifer 13 mos..................... 2,650 (Paul Graybill and Trent Kilgus, Fairbury, Ill.) Audrey and Hayley Souza, Milbank, S.D. Orth-Berrys Samson Sally-ET, heifer calf 3 mos........... 2,600 (Berry College and Orthridge Farms, Mount Berry, Ga.)
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Mazzaro and Duane Cole, Williamsfield, Ohio 2. Reward Upper Chalant, George Thomas Colpetzer, Greenville, Pa. 3. Hillacres Minister Ariel, Nicole Arrowsmith, Peach Bottom, Pa. Junior yearling heifer (14 shown) 1. South Mountain Verb Sublime-ET (S: Arethusa Action Verb-ET, D: South Mountain Santana), Ernest W. Kueffner and Terri L. Packard, res. jr. champ. 2. Elliotts HG Celebrate-ET, Ernest W. Kueffner, Boonsboro, Md. 3. SSF Jackman Tiara, Gracie I. Morrell, Cochranton, Pa. Intermediate yearling heifer (9 shown) 1. Elliotts Tequila Seniorita-ET, Ernest W. Kueffner 2. South Mountain Comerica Sassy-ET, Ernest W. Kueffner and Terri L. Packard 3. EDN-RU Getaway Pickles Peach, Jessica N. McMurtrie, Pleasant Gap, Pa. Senior yearling heifer (6 shown) 1. Elliotts Exciting Chalice-ET, Ernest W. Kueffner 2. EDN-RU Ike Loies Lodi, Harold Harpster, Boalsburg, Pa. 3. Elliotts Exciting Champagne-ET, Michael Weimer,
Emlenton, Pa. Milking senior yearling (8 shown) 1. EDN-RU Tequila Lilaes Lilac (S: Tower Vue Prime Tequila-ET, D: EDN-RU Comerica Licorice Lilae), Marisa A. Reitnouer, Mohrsville, Pa., res. int. champ. 2. Garhaven Iatola Dusk, Ernest W. Kueffner and Terri L. Packard 3. South Mountain Verbatim Savvy-ET, Ernest Kueffner and Terri Packard and Dean and Stacy Dohle, Half Way, Mo. Junior 2-yr.-old cow (14 shown) 1. Tierneys Tequila Linda Lou, Ernest W. Kueffner and Terri L. Packard 2. Underground Leahs Lollipop, Jacklyn Booth, Central Square, N.Y. 3. Tri-Line Tequila Burgandy, Britni Thornburg and Craig Walton, Pleasant Plain, Ohio Senior 2-yr.-old cow (12 shown) 1. Saybrook Minister Sawyer-ET, Patrick Scott Youse, Ridgely, Md. 2. Reich-Dale Verbatim Honor, Nic, Jeni, Ben and Andy Sauder, Tremont, Ill. 3. Elliotts Corona Action-ET, Ernest W. Kueffner Junior 3-yr.-old cow (14 shown) 1. Klinedell Iatola Jasmine, Troy K. Longenecker, Annville, Pa. 2. Jewels Iatola Sunrise, Gene Iager and Kevin Ehrhardt, Baldwin, Md. 3. WF Tiger Analyn, Todd Stiles, Clear Brook, Va. Senior 3-yr.-old cow (7 shown) 1. Marynole Excite Rosey (S: Bridon Excitation, D: Woodmohr Indiana Rosebud), Ernest W. Kueffner and Terri L. Packard, int. champ. 2. WF Attaboy Kimmy, Todd Stiles 3. Chilli Minister Cinnamon-ET, Kevin Ehrhardt and Michael Heath 4-yr.-old cow (12 shown) 1. Goal Linita, Bailee, Calla and Mason Mazzaro and Duane Cole 2. Craig Moor Sultan Spice, Brett Richard Roberts, Remsen, N.Y. 3. Milo Centurion Sassafrass-ET, Patrick Scott Youse, Ridgely, Md. 5-yr.-old cow (12 shown) 1. Blue Mountain Tequila Tina Marie, Bailee and Calla Mazzaro and Duane Cole 2. Woodmohr Indiana Rosebud, Ernest W. Kueffner and Terri L. Packard 3. FVF Militia Starwish, Matthew D. Hansen, West Valley, N.Y. Aged cow (8 shown) 1. S t o n ey Po i n t E x c i t a t i o n Ja m i e ( S : Br i d o n Excitation, D: Cranbrook Extreme Jacqueline), Andy Sauder, Tremont, Ill., sr. and gr. champ. 2. WF Attaboy Apple Pie, Laura and Kevin Jackson, Clear Brook, Va. 3. WF Attaboy Tiffany, Zachary M. Stiles, Clear Brook, Va. (continued to page 66)
Stoney Point Excitation Jamie 1st Aged cow Senior and Grand Champion
Marynole Excite Rosey 1st Senior 3-yr.-old cow Intermediate Champion
South Mountain Verb Sublime-ET 1st Junior yearling heifer Res. Junior Champion
EDN-RU Tequila Lilaes Lilac 1st Milking senior yearling Reserve Intermediate Champion
South Mountain Tequila Sangria-ET 1st Intermediate heifer calf Junior Champion
Blue Mountain Tequila Tina Marie 1st 5-yr.-old cow
Mid-Atlantic Regional Jersey Show
• September 12, 2013, Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex and Expo Center, Harrisburg, Pa. • Kelli Cull, Lomira, Wis., judge • 194 head shown • Senior and Grand Champion female—Stoney Point Excitation Jamie, Andy Sauder, Tremont, Ill. • Reserve Senior and Reserve Grand Champion female—Dalemcee-J Counciller Tauntra, Patricia S. Stiles, Clear Brook, Va. • Intermediate Champion female—Marynole Excite Rosey, Ernest W. Kueffner and Terri L. Packard, Boonsboro, Md. • Reserve Intermediate Champion female—EDN-RU Tequila Lilaes Lilac, Marisa A. Reitnouer, Mohrsville, Pa. • Junior Champion female—South Mountain Tequila Sangria-ET, Ernest W. Kueffner and Terri L. Packard • Reserve Junior Champion female—South Mountain Verb Sublime-ET, Ernest W. Kueffner and Terri L. Packard • Premier Breeder and Premier Exhibitor—Waverly Farm, Clear Brook, Va. Class Winners Junior heifer calf (16 shown) 1. Xanadu Konspiracy Theory, Sam, Angela and George Colpetzer, Greenville, Pa. 2. Xanadu GP Leona, Sam, Angela and George Colpetzer 3. M-Signature Valentino Scarlett-ET, Bailee and Calla Mazzaro andDuane Cole, Williamsfield, Ohio Intermediate heifer calf (19 shown) 1. South Mountain Tequila Sangria-ET (S: Tower Vue Prime Tequila-ET, D: South Mountain Santana), Ernest W. Kueffner and Terri L. Packard, Boonsboro, Md., jr. champ. 2. Xanadu Kombination Fair Lady-P, Sam, Angela and George Colpetzer, Greenville, Pa. 3. Glenview Tequila Ava, Kayle Uber, Mercer, Pa. Senior heifer calf (21 shown) 1. Schulte Bros Tequila Shot-ET, Landree Fraley, Muncy, Pa. 2. Heaths Prime Rosario-ET, Mackenzie Poole, Westminster, Md. 3. Say KC Dee Verbatum Lady Bug-ET, Kenley Cook and Patrick Youse, Hartly, Del. Summer yearling heifer (15 shown) 1. Tower Vue Lil Whiskey, Bailee, Calla and Mason
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Mid-Atlantic Regional Show (continued from page 64) 1000,000/125,000 lb. cow (3 shown) 1. Dalemcee-J Counciller Tauntra (S: Glenholme Counciller, D: Shyrwood/CLV Grove Tawny-ET), Patricia S. Stiles, Clear Brook, Va., res. sr. and res. gr. champ. 2. Hard Core Jade Fortuna-ET, Bush River, Skiparilla and Tyler, Tabb and Trey French, Newberry, S.C. Dry cow (4 shown) 1. Klinedell H Gun Paline-ET, Jacob D. Kline, Myerstown, Pa. 2. Nevertell Mini Nirvona-ET, Dyllan Ream, Rockwood, Pa. 3. WF Finalist Logic, Waverly Farm, Clear Brook, Va. Junior best three females (7 shown) 1. South Mountain Jerseys, Boonsboro, Md. 2. Kueffner Holsteins, Boonsboro, Md. 3. Dream-Valley Jerseys, Glenville, Pa. Senior best three females (6 shown) 1. Waverly Farm 2. Reich-Dale Farm, Chambersburg, Pa. 3. Hillacres Jerseys, Peach Bottom, Pa. Exhibitor herd (5 shown) 1. Waverly Farm 2. Hillacres Jerseys 3. Bush River and Skip-A-Rilla, Newberry, S.C. Dam and daughter (5 shown) 1. South Mountain Jerseys 2. Calla Mazzaro, Williamsfield, Ohio 3. Waverly Farm Produce of dam (6 shown) 1. Reich-Dale Farm 2. Reich-Dale Farm 3. Waverly Farm
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Western National Jersey Show
September 6-7, 2013, Western Washington Fairgrounds, Pullayup, Wash. Stephen Borland, Ormstown, Que., judge 162 head shown Senior and Grand Champion female—Family Hill-MB Action Funny, Ryan and Freynie Lancaster, Tillamook, Ore. Reserve Senior and Reserve Grand Champion female—Rocha Iatola Francesca, Cris and Doris Rocha, Tillamook, Ore. Intermediate Champion—Gro-Lyn Maestro Mazzarati, Steve Groen, Lynden, Wash. Reserve Intermediate Champion female—Family Hill Governor Kristen, Aaron Lancaster, Ferndale, Wash. Great Western Futurity winner—Lady Lane Escalade Kathy, Garry Jay Hansen, Mulino, Ore. Junior Champion female—Stars Tequila Salt-ET, Luke and Megan Iverson, Mike Berry, and Dave Brown, Albany, Ore. Reserve Junior Champion female—Sunset Canyon Tequila Almost-ET, Kara Hale, Cloverdale, Ore. Premier Breeder—Family Hill Farm, Aaron Lancaster Premier Exhibitor—Royalty Ridge Jerseys, Ryan and Freynie Lancaster Class Winners
Junior heifer calf (7 shown) 1. Red Barn Premier Sadie, Ashley McConnell, Albany, Ore. 2. Claquato Colton Lollipop, Lauryn Young, Chehalis, Wash. 3. GR Sunset Canyon Adreas Anna, Valery Silva, Beaver, Ore. Intermediate heifer calf (8 shown) 1. Miss Nastias Tequila Nutcracker-ET, Gracie Jane Krahn, Albany, Ore. 2. Haak Haven Tequila Nolla-ET, Vanderhaak Dairy, Lynden, Wash. 3. Grayclay Impression Carole, Natalie Sanders, Hilmar, Calif. Senior heifer calf (15 shown) 1. Stars Tequila Salt-ET (S: Tower Vue Prime Tequila-ET, D: Electras Eternal Star-ET), Luke and Megan Iverson, Mike Berry, and Dave Brown, Albany, Ore., jr. champ. 2. Claquato Berbatim Fizz-ET, Lauryn Young 3. Claquato Verbatim Flicker-ET, Lauryn Young Summer yearling (14 shown) 1. Sunset Canyon Tequila Almost-ET (S: Tower Vue Prime Tequila, D: Susnet Canyon Sultans Anthem-ET), Kara
Hale, Cloverdale, Ore., res. jr. champ. 2. Sweet Peas Verbatum Jamie, Jackson Kujawa and Lauryn Young, Chehalis, Wash. 3. Royalty Ridge Tequila Moment, Ryan A. Lancaster, Tillamook, Ore. Junior yearling heifer (13 shown) 1. Sunset Canyon Governor C Anthem-ET, Margaret L. Young, Chehalis, Wash. 2. Royalty Ridge As T Afterglow, Margaret L. Young 3. Royalty Ridge Tequila Lynna, Gracie Jane Krahn Intermediate yearling heifer (9 shown) 1. Edgebrook Tequila Night, Delon Mortimer and Kade Harris, Smithfield, Utah 2. Royalty Ridge HG Felicity-ET, Lauryn Young 3. Elliotts Blackstone Chanel-ET, Jacqueline A. Kisst, Ripon, Calif. Senior yearling heifer (7 shown) 1. Lady Lane Jurisdiction Shy, Patrick Marvin Gourley, Portland, Ore. 2. Lou-ville Windstorm Fame, Louie Cozzitorto, Turlock, Calif. 3. Family Hill Tequila Kendra, Aaron Lancaster, Ferndale, Wash.
Milking senior yearling (7 shown) 1. Family Hill Tequila Tynna, Larry Mortimer, Rigby, Idaho 2. Hidden Acres Tequila Faith, Steve Groen, Lynden, Wash. 3. Royalty Ridge Tequila Chantilly, Ryan A. Lancaster Junior 2-yr.-old cow (16 shown) 1. Mortimers Indiana Goldie, Delon Mortimer 2. Sunset Canyon Action B Anthem, Nathan A. Jensen, Cloverdale, Ore., production winner 3. Hidden Acres Volt Tizzy, Steve Groen Senior 2-yr.-old cow (6 shown) 1. Rocha Govenor Freckles-ET, Cris and Doris Rocha, Tillamook, Ore. 2. Sunset Canyon Aristocrat L Maid, Valery Silva, production winner 3. Cascadia Plus Elana, Phillip A. and Christie M. Hansen, Canby, Ore. Great Western futurity (8 shown) 1. Lady Lane Escalade Kathy, Garry Jay Hansen, Mulino, Ore. 2. Edy-Star Sultan Maxine, Rebecca Sanders, Hilmar, Calif. 3. LKI Legion Pee Wee, Lucas Iverson, Onalaska, Wash. Production winner—Lizet Ace Payday, Elizabeth Beck and Chester Iverson, Onalaska, Wash., 7th in class Junior 3-yr.-old cow (6 shown) 1. Family Hill Tequila Ruby, Young, Berry, and Ingram, Chehalis, Wash., production winner 2. Mortimers Glasgow Kaydee, Larry Mortimer 3. Sunset Canyon Matinee Amity, Eric Leonard Silva, Beaver, Ore. Senior 3-yr.-old cow (9 shown) 1. Gro-Lyn Maestro Mazzarati (S: Select-Scot Whist Maestro-ET, D: Gro-Lyn Myra), Steve Groen, int. champ. 2. Family Hill Governor Kristen (S: Griffens Governor-ET, D: Family Hill First Kristen-ET), Aaron Lancaster, res. int. champ. (continued to page 70)
Lady Lane Escalade Kathy 1st Great Western Futurity winner
Family Hill-MB Action Funny 1st 4-yr.-old cow Senior and Grand Champion
Rocha Iatola Francesca 1st Aged cow Res. Senior and Res. Grand Champion
Gro-Lyn Maestro Mazzarati 1st Sr. 3-yr.-old cow Intermediate Champion
Hawk Pond Jamaica Roxie 1st 5-yr.-old cow
Mortimers Indiana Goldie 1st Junior 2-yr.-old cow
Family Hill Tequila Tynna 1st Milking yearling
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Billings Farm Hosts New England and Vermont Picnic The Billings Farm and Museum hosted a joint summer picnic for the New England Jersey Breeders Association and the Vermont Jersey Breeders Association at the farm in Woodstock, Vt., on July 20, 2013. More than 135 Jersey enthusiasts attended the event, which included a complimentary buffet-style lunch, ice cream and tour of the farm, museum and immaculately restored 19th century mansion most recently owned by the Rockefeller family. Another highlight of the picnic was a calf raffle to raise funds for Vermont juniors. One hundred tickets priced at $20 each were sold, with Jersey junior Jarrett P. Snow of Brookfield, Vt., winning the prize—Billings Impression Roselyn—an intermediate calf donated by Billings Farm and Museum. The daughter of Rock Ella Impression-ET, GJPI -52, traces four generations back to Billings Top Rosanne, Excellent-96%, National Grand Champion in 1988 and 1989. Jarrett has since shown “Roselyn” at the Tunbridge World’s Fair in Vermont in September, where she placed second in class. The Billings Farm and Museum is a working farm that is the centerpiece of the Woodstock Foundation, which was established by Laurance and Mary Rockefeller
55,000 people each year. Management of the dairy is structured to allow maximum viewing of the cows and minimum contamination of their feed and personal space.
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Billings Farm and Museum, represented by herd manager Jason Johnson, left, and summer intern, Alayna Perkins, donated Billings Impression Roselyn as the prize for a raffle to benefit Vermont juniors. Raffle winner, Jarrett Snow, is at the halter.
to promote conservation, sustainable land use and heritage values. The farm was established in 1871 by Mary’s grandfather, Frederick Billings, a native Vermonter who earned his fortune as a lawyer in San Francisco during the Gold Rush. Today the Registered Jersey herd numbers 35 milking cows and 35 replacement heifers and is enrolled on REAP. The herd has a 2012 lactation average of 17,140 lbs. milk, 854 lbs. fat and 637 lbs. protein. With the latest appraisal in September 2013, the herd includes 24 Excellent and 19 Very Good cows and has an appraisal average of 89.3%. The farm and museum is visited by
3. Family Hill Action Sloane, Ryan A. Lancaster Production Winner—Peterson Blackstone Clarrissa, Kelsey Studeman, Chehalis, Wash., 5th in class 4-yr.-old cow (17 shown) 1. Family Hill-MB Action Funny (S: Forest Glen Avery Action-ET, D: Family Hill Ren Fun-ET), Ryan and Freynie Lancaster, Tillamook, Ore., sr. and gr. champ., best bred and owned of show 2. PF Tequila Makes It Easy, Michelle Upchurch, Orland, Calif. 3. Sunset Canyon Comerica Anthem 2-ET, Nathan A. Jensen, Cloverdale Production winner—Sunset Canyon Finalist Anthem-ET, Nathan A. Jensen, 11th in class 5-yr.-old cow (6 shown) 1. Hawk Pond Jamaica Roxie, Kara Hale and Joe and Sarah Rocha, Cloverdale, Ore. 2. Governor Angel of Family Hill, Ryan and Freynie Lancaster and Annie Seaholm, Ferndale, Wash. 3. Family Hill Comerica Gwen, Ryan A. Lancaster, production winner Aged cow (14 shown) 1. Rocha Iatola Francesca (S: SC Gold Dust Paramount Iatola-ET, D: Rocha Charismatic Fran), Cris and Doris Rocha, production winner, res. sr. and res. gr. champ., total performance winner 2. GR Lady-Lane Brady Shey, Patrick Marvin Gourley 3. Lou-Ville Goal Fox, Louie Cozzitorto Lifetime production winner of the show—Cowan Farms Spades Classique 3, Julian Cowen, Astoria, Ore. 14th in class Junior best three females (9 shown) 1. Royalty Ridge Jerseys, Tillamook, Ore. 2. Lauryn Young, Chehalis, Wash. 3. Family Hill Jerseys, Ferndale, Wash. Senior best three females (8 shown) 1. Royalty Ridge Jerseys 2. Sunset Canyon Jerseys, Beaver, Ore. 3. Lady Lane Farm, Mulino, Ore. Exhibitor’s herd (8 shown) 1. Royalty Ridge Jerseys 2. Family Hill Jerseys 3. Lady Lane Farm
Red Barn Premier Sadie 1st Junior heifer calf
Sunset Canyon Tequila Almost-ET 1st Summer yearling heifer Junior Champion
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Call Issued for Jersey Research Proposals The AJCC Research Foundation has issued a request for research proposals to be funded in 2014 addressing significant issues for the Jersey breed and Jersey milk producers. Current priorities for research funding are: • Nutrition of high-producing Jerseys, particularly practical feeding methods to maximize production of valuable milk components; • Factors affecting management of Jersey calves; • Factors affecting yield and/or quality of products manufactured from Jersey milk; • Factors affecting economic impact of Jerseys: efficiencies, net income, longevity, and lifetime profit; • Optimizing the genetic basis for improving animal health and/or enhancing product quality; • Enhancing environmental impact associated with Jerseys; • New technologies for safe and sustainable food production from Jersey cattle; and • Feasibility of adding value and increasing consumer acceptance of Jersey-derived products through enhanced product quality and branding. Submissions are evaluated for (a) merit (e.g., potential to advance practical knowledge, creative approach to the problem); (b) competence (i.e., high probability of successful completion within the proposed time frame); and (c) relevance (e.g., problem derived from one of the areas of research priority). Application deadline is December 1, 2013. The AJCA Research Advisory Committee will evaluate the proposals, then forward its funding recommendations in March 2014 to the AJCA Board of Directors. Since 1988, the Foundation has awarded approximately $881,500 in seed money for selected projects. For more information about the Competitive Grants Program, contact Cari W. Wolfe, Director of Research and Genetic Programs Development, at 614/322-4453.
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Sunday, November 10, 2013 • West Hall Exhibit Area • Louisville, Ky. Wine and cheese social: 4:15 p.m. • Sale: 5:00 p.m. Join dairy enthusiasts from around the world in Louisville, Ky., for this prestigious event!
Yosemite Blair Fanclub H3101, VG-83% 4-8 305 3x 22,600 4.7% 1,059 3.9% 100DCR
Her “Marvel” daughter sells with a GJPI of +236 and ranks 71st for heifer GJPI. The grandam is an Excellent “Fanclub” with a slew of records over 21,000M. Yosemite Jersey Dairy, CA
Norse Star Rocket Promise, E-91%
Cave Creek 817 Berretta Vega, E-92%
Her P9 “Prescott” daughter sells with +1,432M and +187 GJPI. The next five dams are Very Good or Excellent with over 20,000M. Wade Kessenich, WI
Her P9 “Samson” great-granddaughter sells. The dam is a VG-88% “Impuls” followed by an E-90% “Jade” with three records over 20,000M. Phillip Linehan, WI
6-5 305 3x 29,250 4.7% 1,382 3.5% 1,011 93DCR
Sandcreeks TBone Brownie, VG-84%
Nobledale Pintino Victoria-ET, E-94%
Offering her P9 “Power” daughter with a GJPI of +202. The grandam is a Very Good “Jacinto” followed by an Excellent “Mecca.” Sand Creek Dairy LLC, MI
A P9 “Valentino” sells and is a direct descendant of “Victoria,” from the “Juno Vermont” family. The grandam is a VG-87% “Action” with over 23,000M. Richard and
Projected to 27,415-1,162-889 ME at 2-1
MS Golda 7107 X156, P9 JH1F GJPI +211
This “GR Golda” bred heifer sells out of a Very Good “Blackstone” dam. The next three dams all have over 20,000M. Moun-
3-4 305 3x 21,030 4.3% 902 3.2% 671 48DCR
Jennifer Avila, TX
5-8 305 25,970 3.8% 984 3.5% 906 94DCR
Barkly Lace, E-90%
2 lactations average 18,210-858-645 ME
From the same maternal line as “Lace” sells a P9 “Louie.” The dam is a VG-86% “Seville” projected to 22,610M m.e. at 4-2 and backed by a VG-86% Belles Nix-ET. Jarret Martinez, KY
High Lawn Pappy Haiku, P9 JH1F This P9 November 2012 heifer sired by Trinitys Iatola Pappy-ET sells. Her dam is a VG-87% “Impuls” with two records over 20,000M and is followed by a VG-86% “Barkly.” High Lawn Farm, MA
tain Shadow Dairy, AZ
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SSF Advantage Cherry, E-90%
7-8 305 18,160 4.9% 884 3.7% 670 102DCR
Her P9 “Fastrack” granddaughter sells with a GJPI of +204. The dam is an E-90% “PR Gannon” projected over 22,000M m.e. at 3-1. Mark and Shannon Gardner, PA
Valsigna Kanoo 10408, VG-88%
4-0 305 3x 22,960 4.4% 1,010 3.9% 905 98DCR
Her P9 “Value” daughter sells with a GJPI of +183. The grandam is a VG-87% “Bill” with three records over 20,000M followed by a VG-87% “Avery.” Wickstrom Dairies, LP, CA
30 head sell with lots of A.I. interest Online catalog available at
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Ahlem Headline Vette 35528-ET, VG-85%
1-10 305 18,130 4.4% 806 3.5% 638 98DCT
Lencrest Parading Belle-ET, VG 88 CAN
3-10 305 21,309 5.0% 1,069 3.8% 816 CAN
Offering her P9 “Dividend” sister with a GJPI of +184. Their dam is an Excellent “Jace” with records over 30,000M actual. The grandam is an E-93% “Berretta” with over 30,000M. William Ahlem Jr., CA
From the heart of the Duncan Belle family sells a P9 “Fastrack,” GJPI +194. The dam is a Very Good “Valentino.” “Parading Belle” is the fourth dam. Unique
PR Jars of Clay Maximum 1998 2641, VG-87%
Berrys TBone Panama-ET, VG-88%
2-1 305 3x 17,240 5.1% 876 3.5% 606 64DCR
Selling her P9 “Topeka” daughter with a GJPI of +201. The grandam is a VG-88% “Brazo” with two records over 25,000M and 1,100F actual. Jim Quist, CA
Stock and Hillpoint Partners, WI
2 lactations average 16,354-863-593 ME
Selling her P9 “Medalist” daughter with a GJPI of +178 and JUI of +6.35. The grandam is an Excellent “Brazo” with high components and over 19,000M actual. Berry College, GA
• A P9 “Marvel” sells with a GJPI of +227 and has A.I. interest. Her dam is a VG-86% “Charles” and is projected over 20,000M m.e. at 1-10. Walter Brown and Susan Brown-Ehrmann, CA • Offering a P9 “Vermeer” with a GJPI of +201. Her dam is a Very Good “Sparky” followed by an Excellent “Benefactor” with three records over 20,000M. Charles Ahlem, CA
• Selling a P9 “David” with a GJPI of +190. The dam is a Very Good “Region” and is projected over 19,000M m.e. at 2-3. She is a direct descendant of Hillview Trader Babka, E-92%, with 32,598M, 2,100F and 1,180P actual at 6-0. Sorensons Hillview Jersey Farm, WI
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Kevin and Annette Thomas 2065 McCormick Loop, Tillamook, OR 97141 Phone 503/842-2658 Fax 503/842-5747 Email kevannthomas@yahoo.com
10350 Meda Loop Road Cloverdale, Oregon 97112 Bearl, Joanne, and Jeff Seals 503/392-5870 sunvalleyjerseys@gmail.com David and Kim Seals • 503/812-2210
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Mid-Atlantic Regional Junior Jersey Show
Milo Centurion Sassafrass-ET was named Grand Champion for Patrick Youse, Ridgely, Md., at the Mid-Atlantic Regional Junior Jersey Show on September 9, 2013. The Reserve Grand Champion, Glenview Comerica Frannie, exhibited by Madison Manges, Fairhope, Pa., came from the same four-year-old class. Ro-Ann Haven Ginigie, the second place aged cow, was named Best Female Bred and Owned by the exhibitor. She was shown by Jake D. Booher, New Castle, Pa. Paul Trapp, Taylor, Wis., judged the 146 Registered Jerseys shown in Harrisburg, Pa.
Milo Centurion Sassafrass-ET 1st 4-yr.-old cow Senior and Grand Champion
Underground Leahs Lollipop 1st Junior 2-yr.-old cow Res. Intermediate Champion
Redsfun Tequila Addylynn 1st Intermediate yearling heifer
Xanadu Konspiracy Theory 1st Junior heifer calf
Class Winners
Junior heifer calf (15 shown) Xanadu Konspiracy Theory, George Thomas Colpetzer, Greenville, Pa. Intermediate heifer calf (17 shown) M-Signature Nevada Epic, Katelyn Taylor, Allenwood, Pa. Senior heifer calf (17 shown) 1. Say KC Dee Verbatum Lady Bug-ET (S: Arethusa Verbatim Response-ET, D: Emervest Senzas Lillybug-ET), Patrick Youse, Hartly, Del., jr. champ. 2. Tower Vue Lil Kooker-ET (S: Tower Vue Prime Tequila-ET, D: Avonlea Connected to Kanda-ET), Mason Mazzaro, Williamsfield, Ohio, res. jr. champ. Summer yearling heifer (12 shown) Reward Upper Chalant, George Thomas Colpetzer Junior yearling heifer (13 shown) SSF Jackman Tiara, Grace Morrell, Cochranton, Pa. Intermediate yearling heifer (11 shown) Redsfun Tequila Addylynn, Kara Evans, Norwich, N.Y. Senior yearling heifer (6 shown) EDN-RU Joker Libbys Lia Lee, Cassidy Greenwood, Springville, Pa. Milking yearling (1 shown) Meadow Winds Glitter, Megan K. Poole, Truxton. N.Y. Junior 2-yr.-old cow (11 shown) Underground Leahs Lollipop (S: Butterfield Grand, D: Brenoda Jude Leah), Jacklyn Booth, Central Square, N.Y., res. int. champ. Senior 2-yr.-old cow (9 shown) Reich-Dale Verbatim Honor, Jeremy Richard Laman, Chambersburg, Pa. Junior 3-yr.-old cow (11 shown) Klinedell Iatola Jasmine (S: SC Gold Dust Paramount Iatola-ET, D: Jettas Juris Jada-ET), Troy K. Longenecker, Annville, Pa., int. champ. Senior 3-yr.-old cow (2 shown) ENF Mystics Icon, Emily Rose Sigle, Stockton, N.J. 4-yr.-old cow (8 shown) Milo Centurion Sassafrass-ET (S: Sooner Centurion-ET, D: Bri-Lin Rens Sofie), Patrick Scott Youse, Ridgely, Md., sr. and gr. champ.
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5-yr.-old cow (7 shown) Lew-Lin Valor Kooky, Bryant Stuttle, Dryden, N.Y. Aged cow (2 shown) 1. SV Heaths Citation Maple, Jessica Nolt, Canton, Pa. 2. Ro-Ann Haven Gingie, Jake D. Booher, New Castle, Pa., best female bred and owned by exhibitor Dry cow (4 shown) ENF Remakes Top Mischiff, Emily Rose Sigle
Say KC Dee Verbatum Lady Bug-ET 1st Senior heifer calf Junior Champion
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Online Bidding is Key for Western National Sale
The 27 lots consigned to the Western National Jersey Sale, held in conjunction with the Western National Jersey Show and Futurity earlier in the day, sold for an average of $1,725 and a gross of $48,875. The sale held at the fairgrounds in Puyallup, Wash., was predominantly uncalved heifers, a single milking individual and two first choice females. JerseyAuctionLive.com, the online service managed by Jersey Marketing Service, played a key role in the sale, with 21 lots receiving bids from online bidders. Eleven of these lots were purchased by an online bidder and another eight had an online contending bidder. In all, 20 Jersey breeders from nine states made purchases from the Western National Sale. Sale Analysis
Number
Avg. Price Total Value
1 Cow, two years and over 8 Bred heifers 3 Open yearlings 13 Heifer calves 2 Choice of calves
$1,950.00 1,778.13 1,808.33 1,659.62 2,850.00
$1,950 14,225 5,425 21,575 5,700
27 Lots edian price M
$1,810.19 $1,725.00
$48,875
Sale Management: Jersey Marketing Service Auctioneer: Chris Lundgren
One of the two choices was the high seller of the day. Jersey junior, Jacqueline A. Kisst, Ripon, Calif., placed the final bid of $4,200 on the choice out of the “Karmel” family developed by consignor, Ron and Christy Ratliff of Garnett, Kan. Kisst purchased the right to choose first from three pregnancies due September 2013 sired by Lester Sambo, GJPI +2, and out of Ratliff F Prize Kansas-ET. “Kansas” is an Excellent-95% daughter of Bovi-Lact First Prize-ET, JPI -56, with six lactations and a best record of 7-4 305 22,610 4.5% 1,010 3.5% 788 96DCR. In 2005, she placed third in the National Jersey Jug Futurity and the senior threeyear-old class at the All American Jersey Show. Her daughter, Ratliff Rez Krazy, Excellent-91%, is the 2008 All American Milking Yearling. “Kansas” has 22 Excellent and 16 Very Good maternal sisters. Included in this group is Renn Kandie of Ratliff, Excellent-95%, who was named Grand Champion of the Missouri State Fair in 2008 and made 30,040 lbs. milk, 1,285 lbs. fat and 1,073 lbs. protein at 7-4. A full sister, Ratliff F Prize Kay-ET, Excellent-93%, was named Reserve Junior All American Junior Three-Year-Old in 2008 and has more than 20,000 lbs. milk. Page 78
Jacqueline Kisst, represented by her father, John, center, purchased the high seller, a first choice female sired by Lester Sambo and out of Ratliff F Prize Kansas-ET, for $4,200. The choice was consigned by Ron and Christy Ratliff, represented by AJCA-NAJ Area Representative Flint Richards, left. Also pictured are JMS Manager Jason Robinson, right, and Brad Barham, pedigrees, and Chris Lundgren, auctioneer, in the box.
Their dam, Avonlea D Jude Karmel, Excellent-94%, was Junior All American Senior Two-Year-Old in 2000 and Junior All American Four-Year-Old two years later. She has a best record of 4-6 305 19,730 4.3% 847 3.5% 686 92DCR. She has 84 registered progeny to date. The fifth dam of the choice, Avonlea Valiant Kitty 15N, EX-3E (CAN), was tapped Grand Champion of The All American Junior Jersey Show in 1984 and topped the Royal International Jersey Futurity the same year. She has been named AllCanadian in milking form four times and was named a six-star brood cow by Jersey Canada in 2011. The next two dams are also Excellent in Canada. Kisst was also the volume buyer of the day, purchasing two head for $6,100. A heifer with contract potential was the second high seller at $3,600. Sexing Technologies of San Antonio, Texas, placed the final bid on the heifer, DP Marvel Hester 1596-ET. The senior calf sired by the breed’s #1 G-code bull, All Lynns Valentino Marvel, GJPI +248, sold with A.I. interest from Accelerated Genetics, Alta, Genex/CRI, Select Sires, Semex and Trans-America Genetics. She has GPTAs of +899M, +51F, +40P and a GJPI of +192. She is +3.4 for Productive Life and tested free for JH1. She has a full sister, DP Marvel Hester-3 1600-ET, that ranks on the list of the Top 500 Heifers for GJPI with an index of +221 and a full brother in A.I. Their dam is a Very Good-88% daughter of Richies Jace TBone A364, GJPI +118, with an m.e. of 20,123–981–777 on her first lactation. The next dam is a Very Good-85% daughter of BW Parade-ET, GJPI +74, with a best record of 2-9 305 22,110 4.5% 985 3.8% 839 103DCR. The third dam is appraised Very Good-82% and made 17,510 lbs. milk, 784 lbs. fat and 602 lbs. protein
DP Marvel Hester 1596-ET was the second high seller at $3,600. She was purchased by Sexing Technologies, represented by AJCANAJ Area Representative Flint Richards, and consigned by Desert Park Jerseys, represented by JMS Manager Jason Robinson, right. In the box are Brad Barham, pedigrees, and Chris Lundgren, auctioneer. At the halter is Danielle Pull.
in her second lactation. The next dam has two records over 20,000 lbs. milk. “Hester 1596” was consigned by Desert Park Jerseys, Jefferson, Ore. A potential sixth generation Excellent was the third high seller at $3,500. Aaron Lancaster of Ferndale, Wash., was the final bidder on Royalty Ridge Comerica Josie, who was consigned by his brother, Ryan A. Lancaster of Tillamook, Ore. The junior calf is sired by Bridon Remake ComericaET, GJPI -81, and out Family Hill Amadeo Jocelyn, Excellent-93%. A maternal sister to “Josie,” Royalty Ridge Tequila on Ice-ET, was named Junior Champion of the California Spring Junior Jersey Show in 2013. Their dam is sired by Piedmont Grove Amedeo, JPI -101, and has a best record of 2-10 305 19,460 4.7% 919 3.5% 685 97DCR. She was All American Junior Three-Year-Old in 2008 and also earned laurels as Intermediate Champion of The All American Jersey Show the same year. “Josie’s” grandam is an Excellent-92% daughter of Sooner Centurion-ET, GJPI +5. Her maternal sister, Family Hill Connection Jules, Excellent-91%, was first place senior two-year-old at the Western National Jersey Show in 2009 and made 19,040 lbs. milk, 1,025 lbs. fat and 736 lbs. protein at 5-6. “Josie’s” Excellent-91% third dam has eight lactations and a best record of 4-2 305 19,660 4.2% 827 3.5% 690 93DCR. Her fourth dam is appraised Excellent-90% and has more than 18,200 lbs. milk. Her fifth dam is also appraised Excellent-90% and has six complete lactations—two of them over 20,000 lbs. milk. The next four dams are Very Good. Sales $1,700 and Over
(Consignors in Parentheses) Jacqueline A. Kisst, Ripon, Calif. First choice female sired by Lester Sambo and out of Ratliff F Prize Kansas-ET....................................................... $4,200 (Ron and Christy Ratliff, Garnett, Kan.) Premier Gilley of Triple Crown, open yearling 13 mos... 1,900 (continued to page 80)
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New York State Fair Jersey Show
September 1, 2013, New York State Fairgrounds, Syracuse, N.Y. Andrew VanderMuelen, Brighton, Ont., judge 126 head shown Senior and Grand Champion female—Dreamroad ZBW Iatola Cracker-ET, Rebecca Ferry, Johnstown • Intermediate and Reserve Grand Champion female—Underground Hazels Holly, Jacklyn Booth, Central Square • Reserve Senior Champion female—Craig Moor Sultan Spice, Brett Richard Roberts, Remsen • Reserve Intermediate Champion female—Underground Leahs Lollipop, Jacklyn Booth • Junior Champion female—Cowbell Guapo Georgie, Christine L. Sheesley Rozler, Potsdam • Reserve Junior Champion female—Latimore Hired Gun Izzy, Jacklyn Booth • Premier Breeder—Silver Spring Farm, Syracuse • Premier Exhibitor—Brian Seacord, Greenwich Class Winners Junior heifer calf (12 shown) 1. Bow Tie OnFire Nevea, Peggy Bennett, Russ Subject and John Tighe, Albion 2. Edan Tequila Twister, Corrina A. Aldrich, Salem 3. SSF Impression Lindy, Jennifer L. Gordon, Warsaw, Ind. Intermediate heifer calf (9 shown) 1. Hillacres Impression Shady, Jacklyn Booth, Central Square 2. Parfour Tequila Isper, Jaycie S. Staring, Lee Center 3. SSF Gator Farrah, Charles M. Luchsinger, Syracuse Senior heifer calf (12 shown) 1. Cowbell Guapo Georgie (S: Yellow Briar Heaths Guapo, D: Cowbell Giller Georgia Peach), Christine L. Sheesley Rozler, Potsdam, jr. champ. 2. Latimore Hired Gun Izzy (S: SV Jade Hired GunET, D: Latimore Dustin Izzy), Jacklyn Booth, res. jr. champ. 3. Crossbrook HG Kay-ET, Hunter Jon Prokop, Middleburgh Summer yearling heifer (11 shown) 1. Evans RCF Verbatim Java, Kara K. Evans, Norwich 2. Seacord Farm Minister Madison, Brian S. Seacord, Greenwich 3. Tierneys Verbatim Limeade, Elora Washington, Hunt Junior yearling heifer (9 shown) 1. Cowbell Guapo Rodeo, Christine L. Sheesley Rozler 2. Cowbell Guapo Orielly-ET, Christine L. Sheesley Rozler 3. Lawtons Tequila Klara, Michael Lawton, Newark Valley Intermediate yearling heifer (8 shown) 1. SSF Reagan Olivia, Charles F. Luchsinger, Syracuse 2. Redsfun Tequila Addylynn, Kara K. Evans 3. BMB F Snowball, Peggy A. Bennett and Nancy Meeder, Albion Senior yearling heifer (2 shown) 1. Seacord Farm HG Honeygold, Brian S. Seacord Milking yearling (3 shown) 1. Parkview Hired Gun Jelly, Timothy Staring, Lowville 2. SSF Reagan Alissa, Charles F. Luchsinger Junior 2-yr.-old cow (9 shown) 1. Underground Leahs Lollipop (S: Butterfield Grand, D: Brenoda Jude Leah), Jacklyn Booth, res. int. champ. 2. Seacord Farm Iatola Janelle, Ethan Dupuis, Greenwich 3. Lencrest Wild Mystery, Hannah Braun, Lisbon
Senior 2-yr.-old cow (6 shown) 1. Seacord Farm Virgil Juliet, Miranda R. Seacord, Greenwich 2. Comerica Raisin, Cara A. Walker, Phelps 3. SSF Governor Jessie, Allison Luchsinger Junior 3-yr.-old cow (10 shown) 1. Seacord Farm Comerica Classy, Ethan Dupuis 2. Underground Cura Cancun, Doug Evans and Greg Mortson, Georgetown 3. SSF Excitation Parker, Charles M. Luchsinger Senior 3-yr.-old cow (10 shown) 1. Underground Hazels Holly (S: Senn-Sational Paramount Ace, D: Underground Sierras Hazel), Jacklyn Booth, int. champ. and res. gr. champ. 2. Parkview Garnett Harmony-ET, Jordan Thomas, Lowville 3. Parkview Madison Uganda, Tiffany Toth, Lowville 4-yr.-old cow (11 shown) 1. Dreamroad ZBW Iatola Cracker-ET (S: SC Gold Dust Paramount Iatola-ET, D: Dreamroad Golden Crackle), Rebecca Ferry, Johnstown, sr. and gr. champ. 2. Craig Moor Sultan Spice (S: SHF Centurion Sultan, D: Crescent Portland Stella), Brett Richard Roberts, Remsen, res. sr. champ. 3. Parkview Giller Republic, Ariel Birchenough, Lowville 5-yr.-old cow (8 shown) 1. SSF Bellevue Paprika, Charles M. Luchsinger 2. Parkview Giller Madeline-ET, Ariel Birchenough 3. Cowbell Redwood Charity, Cowbell Acres, Canton Aged cow (6 shown) 1. SSF Premonition Indiana, Jennifer L. Gordon 2. Seacord Farm Jade Laurel, Brian S. Seacord 3. Fortress Leions Laila, Richard T. Seacord, Greenwich Junior best three females (6 shown) 1. Christine L. Sheesley Rozler 2. Susan Luchsinger, Syracuse 3. Brian Seacord Senior best three females (5 shown) 1. Tim Staring 2. Susan Luchsinger, Syracuse 3. Brian Seacord Exhibitors herd (4 shown) 1. Brian Seacord 2. Susan Luchsinger, Syracuse 3. Christine L. Sheesley Rozler
Underground Hazels Holly 1st Senior 3-yr.-old cow Intermediate and Reserve Grand Champion
Underground Leahs Lollipop 1st Junior 2-yr.-old cow Reserve Intermediate Champion
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Bow Tie OnFire Nevea 1st Junior heifer calf
Western National Sale (continued from page 78) (Triple Crown Genetics and Kingsmill Farm II, Raleigh, N.C.) Sexing Technologies/Accounting Dept., San Antonio, Texas DP Marvel Hester 1596-ET, heifer calf 10 mos.............. 3,600 (Desert Park Jerseys, Jefferson, Ore.) Aaron Lancaster, Ferndale, Wash. Royalty Ridge Comerica Josie, heifer calf 5 mos.......... 3,500 (Ryan A. Lancaster, Tillamook, Ore.) David Alan Seals, Cloverdale, Ore. Cascadia Charnesa Reign-ET, heifer calf 7 mos........... 3,050 (Lloyd G. and Cindy A. Hansen, Canby, Ore.) Chasin-Rainbows Volcano Francy, heifer calf 9 mos..... 1,900 (Patti Tohl, Tillamook, Ore.) Diamond Valley Dairy, Salem, Ore. Jars of Clay Premier Bonni 22613, bred heifer 15 mos..2,700 (Jim Quist, Fresno, Calif.) BDC Dairy, Brighton, Colo. Fire-Lake GBF Taneesha, open yearling 12 mos.......... 2,400 (Natalie Sanders, Hilmar, Calif.) Thomas L. and Jennie L. Seals, Cloverdale, Ore. Hawarden Premier Madison, cow 2 yrs......................... 1,950 (Hawarden Jerseys Inc., Weston, Idaho) Sunset Canyon Max Dahlia 103-ET, bred heifer 17 mos..1,775 (Dave Brown, Custer, Wash.) Chasin-Rainbows Riley Gale, bred heifer 21 mos......... 1,725 (Patti Tohl, Tillamook, Ore.) Shot of Nat LLC, De Forest, Wis. Forest Glen Premier Bet, bred heifer 17 mos................ 1,850 (Stanley K. and Dora H. Bansen, Dayton, Ore.) Steve Groen, Lynden, Wash. Cal-Mart Colin Maira 5854, open yearling 14 mos........ 1,800 (Martin Dairy LLC, Tillamook, Ore.) Willow-Wist Farm, Inc., Sequim, Wash. LKI Willards Jane, bred heifer 15 mos........................... 1,750 (Luke Iverson and Willie Anderson, Onalaska, Wash.)
Aaron Lancaster, second left, purchased the third high seller, Royalty Ridge Comerica Josie, for $3,500. She was consigned by Ryan Lancaster, represented by AJCA-NAJ Area Representative Flint Richards, left. At the halter is Danielle Pull. In the box are Brad Barham, pedigrees, and Chris Lundgren, auctioneer.
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Select Sires Youth Essay Contest Winner—Katie Hutchins
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growth. A stud company can not be successful if their outh of the Jersey breed from across the country line up only has type bulls, or only has component bulls. entered an essay contest sponsored by Select Sires, Diversity is the key. Inc., for the opportunity to win two Jersey embryos sired This brings me to another suggestion. Current young by 7JE860 Maack Dairy Eclipes-P-ET and out of one of the sire sampling programs provide and require commitments breed’s most notable brood cows, D&E Paramount Violet, which don’t serve small herds well. While there are many Excellent-90%. The top two runners-up in the contest will large dairies in the United have dinner with a Jersey sire Jersey youth were asked to answer the question “How can States, there are still many analyst from Select Sires. Select Sires continue to help foster the Jersey breed in the future?” small herds left that would The winner of the contest Winner: Katie Hutchins, Spokane, Wash. welcome the ability to be was Katie Hutchins, Runner-ups: Tyler Bohnert, East Moline, Ill., and Olivia part of a young sire program, Spokane, Wash. Katie was a Pearson, Lincolnton, N.C. but can’t meet the current member of the third class of enrollment requirements. Jersey Youth Academy. Her On an international level, Select Sires could foster the response to the question of “How can Select Sires continue growth of our breed by partnering with a program such to help foster the Jersey breed in the future?” follows. as Heifer International. In this partnership, Jersey n the future, Select Sires heifers bred with sorted can help to continue to semen would be sent to foster the growth of the developing nations. Since Jersey breed in many ways. Jerseys are efficiency With the number of Jersey queens, the amount of cows increasing in herds feed for these animals across the United States would be less than that annually, I believe that of other dairy cows, and Select Sires can continue the amount of yield would to have a major impact in be similar. Jerseys also this growth. withstand harsh climates In my opinion, Select very well, so regardless of Sires should continue to where these animals would support youth programs. be sent, they would be able While the youth might to withstand the climate. Select Sires should also work benefit from sponsorships for programs such as Jersey to increase its presence in global dairy markets, such as Youth Academy, it is also a way to advertise. The success Australia, New Zealand and South America, as grazing is a of our breed depends upon the youth. There might be major common dairy practice in these areas, and Jerseys excel in involvement amongst the adults of our breed, but if youth grazing programs. aren’t involved, the amount of involvement will dwindle as In conclusion, I believe that Select Sires can continue to time progresses. foster the growth of the breed by continuing to support Another way Select Sires can foster the growth of the youth programs, offering a diversified genetic line up, offering Jersey breed is by continuing to carry a bull lineup with programs that will appeal to all dairies and increasing their diversified genetics. Offering breeders balanced choices of global presence. proven, young sire and genomic bulls will also help foster
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Highest 305-Day Milk Records by Select Sires Daughters Mainstream Barkly Jubilee 7Je488–Barkly 4-8 305 2x 45,560 4.6% 2,118 3.2% 1,477 99DCR 5,099C Randy and Jana Kortus, Lynden, Wash.
Queen-Acres Barber Utopia 7Je290–Barber 7-5 305 2x 36,080 3.8% 1,364 3.2% 1,168 95DCR 3,797C Little Captain Creek Farm, Thurmont, Md.
Goldust Geronimo Leanna-Et 7Je670–Geronimo 4-9 305 2x 41,950 4.9% 2,041 3.7% 1,554 102DCR 5,376C Kevin B. Lourenzo, Buhl, Idaho
Mainstream Choice Shasta 7Je395–Choice-P 4-2 305 2x 36,060 4.0% 1,454 3.3% 1,194 100DCR 3,977C Melissa R. Kortus, Lynden, Wash.
Mainstream Barkly Jubilee 7Je488–Barkly 3-6 305 2x 41,250 4.5% 1,876 3.3% 1,368 99DCR 4,724C Randy and Jana Kortus, Lynden, Wash.
Friendly Valley Mecca Starlit 7Je605–Mecca 3-5 305 2x 36,050 5.0% 1,852 3.0% 1,098 88DCR 3,787C Natalie Kessenich, DeForest, Wis.
Mainstream Barkly Sheraton 7Je488–Barkly 4-4 305 2x 39,330 4.1% 1,597 3.1% 1,220 97DCR 4,209C Randy and Jana Kortus, Lynden, Wash.
DeBoer Berretta F712 7Je254–Berretta 4-1 305 3x 35,670 4.4% 1,587 3.6% 1,294 88DCR 4,334C Nico DeBoer, Chandler, Texas
Mainstream Action Yvette 7Je590–Action 4-2 305 2x 39,270 4.5% 1,748 3.2% 1,271 101DCR 4,388C Michael R. Kortus, Lynden, Wash.
Hi-Land Paramount Patric 7Je442–Paramount 5-1 305 3x 35,650 6.0% 2,130 3.9% 1,391 93DCR 4,815C Jory Fremstad, Westby, Wis.
Mainstream Berretta Joy 7Je254–Berretta 4-9 305 2x 38,550 5.2% 2,016 3.4% 1,300 97DCR 4,491 Melissa R. Kortus, Lynden, Wash.
Queen-Acres Flirtatious Barber 7Je290–Barber 7-6 305 2x 35,560 5.0% 1,767 3.5% 1,262 94DCR 4,363C Queen-Acres Jerseys, Keymar, Md
Mainstream Jace Shelly 7Je535–Jace 5-4 305 2x 38,210 5.3% 2,016 3.6% 1,379 102DCR 4,768C Randy and Jana Kortus, Lynden, Wash.
Mainstream Barkly Sheraton 7Je488–Barkly 5-5 305 2x 35,480 4.6% 1,620 3.3% 1,167 102DCR 4,030C Randy and Jana Kortus, Lynden, Wash.
Berretta Goldie 7Je159–Sooner 6-4 305 2x 37,950 4.1% 1,550 3.0% 1,146 3,952C Dale Chugg, Ogden, Utah
Harris-Dairy Sooner Rea 7Je159–Sooner 5-1 305 2x 35,480 3.7% 1,318 3.3% 1,170 92DCR 3,728C Joe B. Harris, Harrisburg, N.C.
Mainstream Jace Shelly 7Je535–Jace 4-3 305 2x 37,210 4.8% 1,802 3.7% 1,365 102DCR 4,721C Randy and Jana Kortus, Lynden, Wash.
Greenridge Berretta Accent 7Je254–Berretta 3-11 305 2x 35,230 4.8% 1,685 3.6% 1,275 93DCR 4,145C Raymond Orisio, Kingsburg, Calif.
7Je321–D.c. 3,812C
Queen-Acres Barber Booper 7Je290–Barber 8-0 305 2x 35,100 5.0% 1,758 3.3% 1,175 93DCR 4,058C Rebeccah Lippy, Keymar, Md.
Sooner Ila 7Je159–Sooner 9-2 305 2x 36,850 3.9% 1,434 3.3% 1,226 93DCR 3,990C Peggy A. Bennett, Albion, N.Y.
Mainstream Jace Shelly 7Je535–Jace 7-8 305 2x 34,750 4.8% 1,673 3.5% 1,225 102DCR 4,234C Melissa R. Kortus, Lynden, Wash.
Goldust Geronimo Leanna-Et 7Je670–Geronimo 2-9 305 2x 36,790 4.7% 1,712 3.7% 1,358 102DCR 4,623C Kevin B. Lourenzo, Buhl, Idaho
Bw Parade Corine D27 7Je472–Parade 4-2 305 3x 34,590 4.8% 1,676 3.5% 1,202 92DCR 4,154C Brentwood Farms, Orland, Calif.
Berretta Lettie 7Je254–Berretta 7-7 305 2x 36,230 5.1% 1,832 3.6% 1,317 4,554C Dale Chugg, Ogden, Utah
Schirm Rocket Vintage-Et 9Je202–Rocket 4-2 305 2x 34,510 4.7% 1,619 3.5% 1,223 101DCR 4,228C Michael R. Kortus, Lynden, Wash.
Ace High Dc Honey Bun 4-0 305 2x 37,050 3.3% 1,223 3.8% 1,416 Casey P. Frennier, Churubusco, N.Y.
Juan Carlos Cordero, La Katiuska S.A. near Poas Volcano, Costa Rica 140 milking cows, both purebred Jerseys and Holsteins; Select Sires Service Sires: 7JE1000 TBONE, 7JE1038 VALENTINO, 7JE840 BELVEDERE, 7JE1067 GOLDA, 7JE1169 TOPEKA, 7JE1173 PRESCOTT For more than 23 years we have been using Select Sires almost exclusively, for both Holsteins and Jerseys. The wide selection of reliable and proven sires coupled with the Select Mating Service™ (SMS™) have added great value to our program. SMS provides a systematic tool for selecting the most suitable sires for our cows. The improvement has been evident throughout the years. Over the years we have focused on improving milk production and breeding for well-formed udders and excellent leg conformation, which is critical to our production conditions. Through the use of Select Sires we have been able to obtain a steady genetic gain in milk production, and increased longevity of our cows. The improvement is both observable in the type of our cows but most importantly in the financial health of our operation.
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Highest 305-Day Fat Records by Select Sires Daughters Friendly Valley Mecca Starlit 7Je605–Mecca 4-5 305 3x 34,270 6.8% 2,332 3.0% 1,036 90DCR 3,572C Natalie Kessenich, DeForest, Wis.
Mainstream Barkly Jubilee 7Je488–Barkly 3-6 305 2x 41,250 4.5% 1,876 3.3% 1,368 99DCR 4,724C Randy and Jana Kortus, Lynden, Wash.
Hi-Land Paramount Patric 7Je442–Paramount 5-1 305 3x 35,650 6.0% 2,130 3.9% 1,391 93DCR 4,815C Jory Fremstad, Westby, Wis.
Rog-Al Rocket Star 9Je202–Rocket 6-3 305 2x 21,940 8.5% 1,871 3.5% 765 101DCR 2,644C Roger and Cathleen Alexander, Liberty, Pa.
Mainstream Barkly Jubilee 7Je488–Barkly 4-8 305 2x 45,560 4.6% 2,118 3.2% 1,477 99DCR 5,099C Randy and Jana Kortus, Lynden, Wash.
Baf Amy Pitino Ally 7Je342–Pitino 6-4 305 3x 27,630 6.7% 1,864 3.6% 991 95DCR 3,426C Rhett W. Proctor, Great Barrington, Mass.
Golden Mbsb of Twin Haven-ET 7Je254–Berretta 4-1 305 2x 30,380 6.9% 2,084 4.1% 1,251 97DCR 4,074C David Franzer, Coldwater, Ohio
Golden Meadows Vertigo Cecilia 7Je891–Vertigo 3-8 305 2x 30,150 6.2% 1,857 3.6% 1,075 96DCR 3,716C Brent Chipponeri, Hilmar, Calif.
Norse Star Governor Finesse 7Je867–Governor 3-0 305 3x 25,830 8.1% 2,082 3.7% 966 93DCR 3,342C Derek Sokolowski and Wade Kessenich, DeForest, Wis.
Friendly Valley Mecca Starlit 7Je605–Mecca 3-5 305 3x 36,050 5.1% 1,852 3.0% 1,098 88DCR 3,787C Natalie Kessenich, DeForest, Wis.
Barbers Karl Stella 7Je290–Barber 6-0 305 2x 34,430 6.0% 2,081 3.4% 1,156 88DCR 3,993C Doug and Molly Covert, Hudson, Mich.
Mainstream Prh Juliemae-Et 7Je622–Piranha 4-9 302 2x 32,430 5.7% 1,851 3.8% 1,245 99DCR 4,309C Randy and Jana Kortus, Lynden, Wash.
Goldust Geronimo Leanna-Et 7Je670–Geronimo 4-9 305 2x 41,950 4.9% 2,041 3.7% 1,554 102DCR 5,376C Kevin B. Lourenzo, Buhl, Idaho
Waunakee Jace Panny-Et 7Je535–Jace 2-11 305 3x 29,170 6.3% 1,850 3.6% 1,062 94DCR 3,673C Gerald Laufenberg, Mount Horeb, Wis.
Mainstream Jace Shelly 7Je535–Jace 5-4 305 2x 38,210 5.3% 2,016 3.6% 1,379 102DCR 4,768C Randy and Jana Kortus, Lynden, Wash.
Freys Lazarus Allie 7Je462–Null 4-4 305 3x 30,000 6.1% 1,843 3.4% 1,014 95DCR 3,503C Norse Star Jerseys, Westby, Wis.
Mainstream Berretta Joy 7Je254–Berretta 4-9 305 2x 38,550 5.2% 2,016 3.4% 1,300 97DCR 4,491 Melissa R. Kortus, Lynden, Wash.
Gr Goldust Dale Leanna-Et 7Je768–PR Dale 2-11 296 2x 30,570 6.0% 1,836 4.0% 1,223 102DCR 4,235C Kevin B. Lourenzo, Buhl, Idaho
Lalu Berretta Haley 7Je254–Berretta 5-0 305 2x 28,020 7.1% 1,994 3.8% 1,074 94DCR 3,717C Tollenaar Jerseys, Elk Grove, Calif.
Hillview Trader Babka 7Je252–Trader 6-0 305 2x 28,230 6.5% 1,833 3.5% 996 93DCR 3,443C Sorensons Hillview Jersey Farm Inc., Pine River, Wis.
Norse Star Illusion Lena 7Je702–Illusion 2-10 305 3x 27,990 6.9% 1,932 4.5% 1,265 90DCR 4,387C Norse Star Jerseys, Westby, Wis.
Berretta Lettie 7Je254–Berretta 7-7 305 2x 36,230 5.1% 1,832 3.6% 1,317 4,554C Dale Chugg, Ogden, Utah
T-Farm Jace Angel 7Je535–Jace 5-6 305 2x 30,840 6.3% 1,929 3.5% 1,069 97DCR 3,694C Matthew M. Terry, Franklin, N.Y.
Sunset Canyon Mbsb Ryesa 7Je254–Berretta 3-5 305 2x 24,190 7.5% 1,826 3.7% 895 89DCR 2,911C Nathan A. Jensen, Beaver, Ore.
Clover Patch Mecca Deli 7Je605–Mecca 6-5 305 3x 31,250 6.1% 1,916 3.4% 1,073 86DCR 3,708C Alan Kozak, Millersburg, Ohio
Baf Barkly Alice Anne 7Je488–Barkly 4-1 300 2x 26,730 6.7% 1,804 3.1% 819 98DCR 2,825C Caleb Pepper Smith, Danby, Vt.
Gerardo Sanabria Piretti, owner and manager Cot near Irazu Volcano, Cartago, Costa Rica 220 milking cows; Select Sires Service Sires: 7JE1038 VALENTINO, 7JE1100 KANOO, 7JE860 ECLIPES-P, 7JE1000 TBONE and 7JE1190 FASTRACK We have been using Select Sires since 1984. I like to have the opportunity to choose the best sires for my cows, and Select Sires offers me many bulls to choose from. The Costa Rica Select Sires representative has helped me to improve my genetic performance in my Jersey dairy operation. With Select Sires’ genetics, I am able to reach a high performance level in the local milk industry. Almost all of my cows are highly productive animals, with long life expectancy, dairy type and are of high market value over the years. By using Select Sires I have made permanent genetic improvement in my herd.
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Highest 305-Day Protein Records by Select Sires Daughters Goldust Geronimo Leanna-Et 7Je670–Geronimo 4-9 305 2x 41,950 4.9% 2,041 3.7% 1,554 102DCR 5,376C Kevin B. Lourenzo, Buhl, Idaho Mainstream Barkly Jubilee 7Je488–Barkly 4-8 305 2x 45,560 4.6% 2,118 3.2% 1,477 99DCR 5,099C Randy and Jana Kortus, Lynden, Wash.
Mainstream Berretta Joy 7Je254–Berretta 4-9 305 2x 38,550 5.2% 2,016 3.4% 1,300 97DCR 4,491 Melissa R. Kortus, Lynden, Wash.
7Je321–D.c. 3,812C
Greenridge Berretta Accent 7Je254–Berretta 3-11 305 2x 35,230 4.8% 1,685 3.6% 1,275 93DCR 4,145C Raymond Orisio, Kingsburg, Calif.
Hi-Land Paramount Patric 7Je442–Paramount 5-1 305 3x 35,650 6.0% 2,130 3.9% 1,391 93DCR 4,815C Jory Fremstad, Westby, Wis.
Mainstream Action Yvette 7Je590–Action 4-2 305 2x 39,270 4.5% 1,748 3.2% 1,271 101DCR 4,388C Michael R. Kortus, Lynden, Wash.
Mainstream Jace Shelly 7Je535–Jace 5-4 305 2x 38,210 5.3% 2,016 3.6% 1,379 102DCR 4,768C Randy and Jana Kortus, Lynden, Wash.
Barbs Mbsb Dayetta-Et 7Je254–Berretta 3-6 305 2x 32,200 4.0% 1,296 3.9% 1,270 DHIR 3,736C William and Barbara Mason, Buhl, Idaho
Mainstream Barkly Jubilee 7Je488–Barkly 3-6 305 2x 41,250 4.5% 1,876 3.3% 1,368 99DCR 4,724C Randy and Jana Kortus, Lynden, Wash.
Norse Star Illusion Lena 7Je702–Illusion 2-10 305 3x 27,990 6.9% 1,932 4.5% 1,265 90DCR 4,387C Norse Star Jerseys, Westby, Wis.
Mainstream Jace Shelly 7Je535–Jace 4-3 305 2x 37,210 4.8% 1,802 3.7% 1,365 102DCR 4,721C Randy and Jana Kortus, Lynden, Wash.
Mainstream Prh Juliemae-Et 7Je622–Piranha 3-6 305 2x 32,570 5.1% 1,659 3.9% 1,264 99DCR 4,375C Randy and Jana Kortus, Lynden, Wash.
Goldust Geronimo Leanna-Et 7Je670–Geronimo 2-9 305 2x 36,790 4.7% 1,712 3.7% 1,358 102DCR 4,623C Kevin B. Lourenzo, Buhl, Idaho
Queen-Acres Flirtatious Barber 7Je290–Barber 7-6 305 2x 35,560 5.0% 1,767 3.5% 1,262 94DCR 4,363C Queen-Acres Jerseys, Keymar, Md.
Star Jersey Berretta Harmony 7Je254–Berretta 3-5 305 2x 31,960 4.6% 1,468 4.2% 1,351 99DCR 4,119C George Crews, Star, Idaho
Gr Star Jersey Poseys Patty 7Je287–Hob Nob 5-3 305 2x 29,520 5.1% 1,505 4.3% 1,259 DHIR 4,056C George Crews, Star, Idaho
D&E Berretta Violet Bell-Et 7Je254–Berretta 4-5 305 2x 33,130 4.2% 1,378 4.1% 1,350 97DCR 3,973C97 D & E Jerseys, Hilmar, Calif.
Golden Mbsb of Twin Haven-ET 7Je254–Berretta 4-1 305 2x 30,380 6.9% 2,084 4.1% 1,251 97DCR 4,074C David Franzer, Coldwater, Ohio
Berretta Lettie 7Je254–Berretta 7-7 305 2x 36,230 5.1% 1,832 3.6% 1,317 DHIR 4,554C Dale Chugg, Ogden, Utah
Mainstream Prh Juliemae-Et 7Je622–Piranha 4-9 302 2x 32,430 5.7% 1,851 3.8% 1,245 99DCR 4,309C Randy and Jana Kortus, Lynden, Wash.
Highview TBone Vodka 7Je1000–TBone 2-1 305 2x 33,600 4.9% 1,651 3.9% 1,312 96DCR 4,465C James L. Oelfke and Family, Hamburg, Minn.
Queen-Acres Flirtatious Barber 7Je290–Barber 8-8 305 2x 32,960 5.1% 1,672 3.8% 1,240 93DCR 4,290C Queen-Acres Jerseys, Keymar, Md. Gaypegs Boomer Sooner Epic 7Je159–Sooner 4-10 301 2x 30,500 4.9% 1,481 4.1% 1,240 DHIR 3,990C Raycene Crews, Star, Idaho
Ace High Dc Honey Bun 4-0 305 2x 37,050 3.3% 1,223 3.8% 1,416 Casey P. Frennier, Churubusco, N.Y.
Priceland Declo Brandy-Et 7Je386–Declo 3-10 305 3x 32,320 4.5% 1,445 4.1% 1,312 87DCR 4,141C Richard Wubs, Rusk, Texas
DeBoer Berretta F712 7Je254–Berretta 4-1 305 3x 35,670 4.4% 1,587 3.6% 1,294 88DCR 4,334C Nico deBoer, Chandler, Texas
Arturo Fernández, La Giralda, located near Barva Volcano, Costa Rico 200 milking cows; Select Sires Service Sires: 7JE1038 VALENTINO, 7JE1000 TBONE, 7JE859 RILEY, 7JE860 ECLIPES-P, 7JE1163 IRWIN, 7JE1169 TOPEKA and 7JE1190 FASTRACK I’m the fourth generation of Jersey breeders in my family that have been farming since 1909. We have worked with Select Sires since they arrived in Costa Rica. We use Select Sires genetics because the genetics of the bulls are excellent for our cows. They have a large variety of bulls with high production characteristics and a great style that has helped us win several shows in our country. We’re really happy with the results we have obtained since we started using Select Sires’ genetics. We can see the great results in our herd through the influence of various sires such as 7JE159 SOONER, 7JE254 BERRETTA, 7JE442 PARAMOUNT, 7JE535 JACE, 505JE101 LEGION and many others from Select Sires.
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Highest 305-Day Cheese Yield Records by Select Sires Daughters Goldust Geronimo Leanna-Et 7Je670–Geronimo 4-9 305 2x 41,950 4.9% 2,041 3.7% 1,554 102DCR 5,376C Kevin B. Lourenzo, Buhl, Idaho Mainstream Barkly Jubilee 7Je488–Barkly 4-8 305 2x 45,560 4.6% 2,118 3.2% 1,477 99DCR 5,099C Randy and Jana Kortus, Lynden, Wash.
Queen-Acres Flirtatious Barber 7Je290–Barber 7-6 305 2x 35,560 5.0% 1,767 3.5% 1,262 94DCR 4,363C Queen-Acres Jerseys, Keymar, Md.
Hi-Land Paramount Patric 7Je442–Paramount 5-1 305 3x 35,650 6.0% 2,130 3.9% 1,391 93DCR 4,815C Jory Fremstad, Westby, Wis.
Mainstream Prh Juliemae-Et 7Je622–Piranha 4-9 302 2x 32,430 5.7% 1,851 3.8% 1,245 99DCR 4,309C Randy and Jana Kortus, Lynden, Wash.
Mainstream Jace Shelly 7Je535–Jace 5-4 305 2x 38,210 5.3% 2,016 3.6% 1,379 102DCR 4,768C Randy and Jana Kortus, Lynden, Wash.
Queen-Acres Flirtatious Barber 7Je290–Barber 8-8 305 2x 32,960 5.1% 1,672 3.8% 1,240 93DCR 4,290C Queen-Acres Jerseys, Keymar, Md.
Mainstream Barkly Jubilee 7Je488–Barkly 3-6 305 2x 41,250 4.5% 1,876 3.3% 1,368 99DCR 4,724C Randy and Jana Kortus, Lynden, Wash.
Schirm Rocket Vintage-Et 9Je202–Rocket 5-5 305 2x 33,570 5.0% 1,665 3.7% 1,230 102DCR 4,254C Michael R. Kortus, Lynden, Wash.
Mainstream Jace Shelly 7Je535–Jace 4-3 305 2x 37,210 4.8% 1,802 3.7% 1,365 102DCR 4,721C Randy and Jana Kortus, Lynden, Wash.
Ahlem Paramount Cora 2984 7Je442–Paramount 5-4 305 3x 32,520 5.3% 1,709 3.8% 1,229 99DCR 4,252C William Ahlem Jr., Hilmar, Calif.
Goldust Geronimo Leanna-Et 7Je670–Geronimo 2-9 305 2x 36,790 4.7% 1,712 3.7% 1,358 102DCR 4,623C Kevin B. Lourenzo, Buhl, Idaho
Mainstream Jace Shelly 7Je535–Jace 6-5 305 2x 32,710 5.3% 1,736 3.7% 1,225 101DCR 4,238C Randy and Jana Kortus, Lynden, Wash.
Berretta Lettie 7Je254–Berretta 7-7 305 2x 36,230 5.1% 1,832 3.6% 1,317 4,554C Dale Chugg, Ogden, Utah
Goldust Freedom Jeanie 7Je424–Freedom 4-4 281 3x 33,320 4.9% 1,646 3.7% 1,225 98DCR 4,237C Kevin B. Lourenzo, Buhl, Idaho
Mainstream Berretta Joy 7Je254–Berretta 4-9 305 2x 38,550 5.2% 2,016 3.4% 1,300 97DCR 4,491 Melissa R. Kortus, Lynden, Wash.
Gr Goldust Dale Leanna-Et 7Je768–PR Dale 2-11 296 2x 30,570 6.0% 1,836 4.0% 1,223 102DCR 4,235C Kevin B. Lourenzo, Buhl, Idaho
Highview TBone Vodka 7Je1000–TBone 2-1 305 2x 33,600 4.9% 1,651 3.9% 1,312 96DCR 4,465C James L. Oelfke and Family, Hamburg, Minn.
Mainstream Jace Shelly 7Je535–Jace 7-8 305 2x 34,750 4.8% 1,673 3.5% 1,225 102DCR 4,234C Randy and Jana Kortus, Lynden, Wash.
Mainstream Action Yvette 7Je590–Action 4-2 305 2x 39,270 4.5% 1,748 3.2% 1,271 101DCR 4,388C Michael R. Kortus, Lynden, Wash.
Schirm Rocket Vintage-Et 9Je202–Rocket 4-2 305 2x 34,510 4.7% 1,619 3.5% 1,223 101DCR 4,228C Michael R. Kortus, Lynden, Wash.
Norse Star Illusion Lena 7Je702–Illusion 2-10 305 3x 27,990 6.9% 1,932 4.5% 1,265 90DCR 4,387C Norse Star Jerseys, Westby, Wis.
Mainstream Barkly Sheraton 7Je488–Barkly 4-4 305 2x 39,330 4.1% 1,597 3.1% 1,220 97DCR 4,209C Randy and Jana Kortus, Lynden, Wash.
Mainstream Prh Juliemae-Et 7Je622–Piranha 3-6 305 2x 32,570 5.1% 1,659 3.9% 1,264 99DCR 4,375C Randy and Jana Kortus, Lynden, Wash.
Mainstream Jace Shelly 7Je535–Jace 3-0 305 2x 33,100 4.7% 1,563 3.7% 1,231 99DCR 4,208C Randy and Jana Kortus, Lynden, Wash.
DeBoer Berretta F712 7Je254–Berretta 4-1 305 3x 35,670 4.4% 1,587 3.6% 1,294 88DCR 4,334C Nico deBoer, Chandler, Texas
Manuel Meza Lobo and family, his wife, Nela, and sons Jose Pablo, Manuel and daughter Arianna of Hacienda Corso, Poasito Alajuela, Costa Rica; 585 total animals with 285 milking cows in a rotational pasture-based, semi-confinement farm. They are transitioning from a pure Holstein herd to a pure Jersey herd so many crossbreds in the herd; Select Sires Service Sires: 7JE1190 FASTRACK, 7JE1150 DIGNITARY, 7JE1149 DIMENSION, 7JE1169 TOPEKA, 7JE1173 PRESCOTT, 7JE1179 CLARK, 7JE1217 LUCAS, 7JE1038 VALENTINO, 7JE1036 PAT, 7JE1010 VICTORY and 507JE1000 TBONE, 507JE1038 VALENTINO and 507JE590 ACTION Since 1979 we have been working with Select Mating Service and are really satisfied with the results. Our local salesman, Manolo Villalobos, has been our great adviser, choosing the right bulls for the breeding program and now his son Juan Manuel Villalobos is also involved to keep the program going. The relationship goes farther because many people from Select Sires have come to visit us and this contributes to a really good friendship and feedback regarding information about genetics.
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Highest Appraised Daughters of Select Sires Bulls Huronia Centurion Veronica 20J, 97% 7Je329–Centurion Arethusa Farm, Litchfield, Conn. Wf Barber Shasta, 97% 7Je290–Barber Todd Stiles, Clear Brook, Va. Springdale Plum Wst Pear, 96% 7Je104–Tester William J. Jr. or Annette L. Raus, Marietta, N.Y. Maplerow Mercury Aron-Ptl-P, 96% 7Je72–Mercury (LL) Peggy A. Bennett, Albion, N.Y. Stor Acres Duncan Hlse, 96% 7Je177–Duncan Wickstrom Jersey Farms Inc., Hilmar, Calif. Duncan Eilene of Hlf, 96% 7Je177–Duncan Shannon N. Anderson Beavers, New Philidelphia, Ohio Tp Acres B Sooner Mandy Flirt, 96% 7Je159–Sooner Bush River Jerseys, Newberry, S.C. Greenridge Sampson Snazzy, 95% 7Je102–Samson Duane S. Kuhlman, Snohomish, Wash. Leaning Acres Samsons Angle, 95% 7Je102–Samson Ryan A. Lancaster, Tillamook, Ore. Earls Noble Fashion, 95% 7Je112–Earl Waverly Farm, Clear Brook, Va. Lost Hill Q.s.m.o. Lois Lane, 95% 7Je121–Magic Waverly Farm & Ogston Farm, Clear Brook, Va. Rebob Duncan Mandy, 95% 7Je177–Duncan Rebob Farm Inc., Tillamook, Ore. Clear Vu Sooner April, 95% 7Je159–Sooner Lorie Senn, Newberry, S.C. Sooner M Volunteer Olive, 95% 7Je159–Sooner Everett Hubbell and Family, Brownsville, Ind. Woodstock Duncan Tina, 95% 7Je177–Duncan Woodstock Dairy, Beaver, Ore. Havs Chief Berretta Jade, 95% 7Je254–Berretta Dan K. Bansen, Dayton, Ore. Silver Stream Duncan Peg, 95% 7Je177–Duncan Shannon Lourenzo, Tillamook, Ore. Wf Duncan Canary, 95% 7Je177–Duncan Claire Dufford Burdette, Mercersburg, Pa. Bw Centurion A444, 95% 7Je329–Centurion Brentwood Farms, Orland, Calif. Sooner Juno Ann, 95% 7Je159–Sooner Bush River Jerseys &/or R. J. Doran, Newberry, S.C. Koons Berretta Julie, 95% 7Je254–Berretta Randy Lee Koon, Brashear, Texas Manitoux Hermitage Fame, 95% 7Je207–Hermitage Michael and Julie Duckett, Rudolph, Wis. Tc Les Berretta Bess, 95% 7Je254–Berretta Kevin Eric Lutz, Lincolnton, N.C. Staghead Berretta Queen, 95% 7Je254–Berretta Happy Acres Farm, Troy, Maine Senn-Sational Aaron Lainey, 95% 7Je353–Aaron Frank M. Senn and Sons, Newberry, S.C. Duncan Chief Dotty, 95% 7Je321–DC Michael Heath, Scott Stanford and Mark Rueth, Appleton, Wis. Rebob Berretta Barb, 95% 7Je254–Berretta Barbara Bosch-Seaholm, Tillamook, Ore. Friendly Valley Dc Mel, 95% 7Je321–DC Mark & Lisa Hansen, Machias, N.Y. Twin Haven Berretta Linda-Et, 95% 7Je254–Berretta Fairway Jerseys, Crockett, Va. Laurick Barber Elite-Et, 95% 7Je290–Barber Rick Brewer and Family, Arrington, Tenn.
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Senn-Sational Barber April, 95% 7Je290–Barber Frank M. Senn & Sons, Newberry, S.C. Mj Candy Dc Godiva, 95% 7Je321–DC Woodmohr Jerseys, Bloomer, Wis. Bar Hortense, 95% 7Je388–Bargain Buster Goff, Hobbs, N.M. Pearlmont Choice Camille, 95% 7Je395–Choice-P Daniel Pearl, Barnett, Vt. Sunset Canyon Mbsb Anthem-ET, 95% 7Je254–Berretta River Valley Farm, Tremont, Ill. Billings Barber Sasha, 95% 7Je290–Barber Billings Farm & Museum, Woodstock, Vt. Hearts Desire Hermitage Fantasia, 95% 7Je207–Hermitage Donnette Fisher, New Enterprise, Pa. Gr Ccj Barber Molly, 95% 7Je290–Barber Charles and Amanda Arlen, New Vienna, Iowa Thomas Dc Micki, 95% 7Je321–DC Joe Rocha and R & R Dairy, Tillamook, Ore. Hawarden Paramount Sugar, 95% 7Je442–Paramount Cedar Ridge Farms Llc Livestock & Equipment, Nephi, Utah Pleasant Nook Berretta Felice, 95% 7Je254–Berretta Ryan A. Lancaster, Tillamook, Ore. Bb Kay, 95% 7Je476–Online Buster Goff, Hobbs, N.M. Norval Acres Pitino Constance, 95% 7Je342–Pitino Ron and Christy Ratliff, Garnett, Kan. Barbers Dazzling Annie Bo, 95% 7Je290–Barber Jacki Hill, Port Orchard, Wash. Wf Barber Teriva, 95% 7Je290–Barber Zachary M. Stiles, Clear Brook, Va. Cooper Farm Sambo Asia, 95% 7Je356–Sambo Edward V. Cooper Jr., Lexington, Ind. Bw Centurion Iris K347, 95% 7Je329–Centurion Brentwood Farms, Orland, Calif. Gr Xanadu Brendon Kit Kat-P, 95% 7Je505–Brendon-P Sam, Angela and George Colpetzer, Greenville, Pa. Srg Royal Pitino Liberty, 95% 7Je342–Pitino Jason Fremstad, Westby, Wis. Family Hill Sambo Fern, 95% 7Je356–Sambo Frigot, Lancaster and Mahovlic, Tillamook, Ore. Wf Golden Carby, 95% 7Je510–Golden Claire Dufford Burdette, Mercersburg, Pa. Candylane Sambo Elee, 95% 7Je356–Sambo Ben and Kashan Snell, Tillamook, Ore. Little River Sambo Simone, 95% 7Je356–Sambo Goff Dairy, Hobbs, N.M. Parkview Centurion Hope-ET, 95% 7Je329–Centurion Kylee Thomas, Lowville, N.Y. Rrf Big Time Betty, 95% 7Je613–Big Time Reinholt Jerseys & Jordan, Trenton & Trevor Reinholt, Rochester, Ind. Lacamas Centurion Duckster, 95% 7Je329–Centurion Buster Goff, Hobbs, N.M. Super-K Paramount Gloria, 95% 7Je442–Paramount Norse Star Jerseys, Westby, Wis. Elliotts Golden Vista-Et, 95% 7Je510–Golden Arethusa Farm, Litchfield, Conn. Hawarden Jace Pix, 95% 7Je535–Jace River Valley Farm, Tremont, Ill. Hawarden Jace Nira, 95% 7Je535–Jace Hawarden Jerseys Inc, Weston, Idaho
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Dreamroad Jerseys Hosts New York Picnic Members of the New York Jersey Cattle Club met for their summer picnic and meeting at Dreamroad Jerseys in Johnstown on July 27, 2013. They tended to business in a short meeting, recognized juniors, enjoyed a pot luck dinner and toured the farm owned by the Ferry family. Rebecca Eichorst, Truxton, was crowned as the New York Jersey Queen. The daughter of Robert and Angela Eichorst is a high school senior who plans to attend college next fall and study biology. She first became involved with Jerseys four years ago when her family moved from Wisconsin to New York. The Eichorsts had milked Holsteins in Wisconsin, but switched to Jerseys because the new facilities were better suited to the smaller cow. In the move, they also downsized cow numbers from 400 cows to 150 cows and wish they had made the switch to Jerseys earlier. Rebecca plays a key role in management of the farm, milking twice a day, and takes a special interest in marketing and promotion. She regularly attends meetings for their local milk cooperative, Land O’Lakes, and has been involved with the Cortland County Dairy Princess program the past three years. Rebecca plays varsity basketball and volunteers for the Link Crew and the Achieving a College Education program at school. Emily Jane Chittenden, Schodack Landing, was named winner of the senior division of the youth achievement contest. The daughter of Alan and Donna Chittenden is a freshman at Cornell University majoring in animal science. She is a member of the university’s dairy science club and volunteers with the Guiding Eyes program, which trains guide dogs for the blind. Emily is a fourth-generation Registered Jersey breeder. Her herd of 54 head
Juniors attending the picnic included, left to right, Michaela Eichorst; Rebecca Eichorst; Meghan Coldwell; Rachel Eichorst; Kylie Lehr; Emily Chittenden; Lydia Chittenden; Meagan Chittenden; Mitchell Eichorst; Ashley Hulbert; and Maxwell Chittenden.
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Rebecca Eichorst, the newly crowned New York Jersey Queen, poses with Dreamroad Colossal Joke, Excellent-92%, a member of the milking string at Dreamroad Jerseys.
is managed with the family farm, Dutch Hollow Farm. She attended Jersey Youth Academy in 2013 and has placed in the National Jersey Youth Production Contest seven of the past eight years, five times with descendants of her first and favorite cow, LF Lester Emilee, Excellent-92%. “Emilee” has earned a number of production laurels as well. She ranked eighth for milk and ninth for components in the 2010 Leading Living Lifetime Production Contest with 240,597 lbs. milk, 10,880 lbs. fat and 8,410 lbs. protein in 3,948 days. Emily regularly exhibits cattle at 4-5 different local shows during the year and will participate in The All American Junior Jersey Show for the third time this year. In high school, she was a member of the National Honor Society and played clarinet in band. She also played basketball for two years and was involved with the Peer Leadership Program and the Buddy Program, which mentors elementary school children. Kylie Margaret Lehr, Canastota, topped the junior division of the youth achievement contest. The 14-year-old daughter of John and Lynda Lehr is a second-generation Jersey breeder who inherited her love of the breed from her mother, who grew up on a Jersey farm. Kylie breeds Registered Jerseys using the Ky-Hi prefix. Her herd numbers 15 head. She raises heifers on the home farm and boards milking cows at Dar-View Farm in Delancey. Kylie enjoys showing and has exhibited at The All American Junior Jersey Show twice. Her favorite cow, Havs Lovabull Watchfull-P, Excellent-92%, won the protein award in the show’s four-year-old class in 2011. She has begun to do in-vitro fertilization on “Watchfull” and has nine registered progeny to date—all genotyped. She will consign one of them to The All American Jersey Sale for the first time this year. In school, the high school freshman is a member of the junior varsity soccer, volleyball and track teams.
Clark Egelston, Fultonville, received the New York Jersey Cattle Club scholarship. The son of Dennis and Judy Egelston is a senior at Virginia Tech majoring in dairy science. He is involved with the university’s dairy club and Alpha Gamma Rho fraternity and plans to return to the family farm, Glen Meadows Farm, after graduation. Clark attended the first Jersey Youth Academy in 2009. In high school, he played golf and ice hockey and percussion with the jazz ensemble and marching band. He was a member of the National Honor Society and the Key Club and involved with student government and Students Against Destructive Decisions. Juniors received awards for their entries in the youth production contest as well. Awards were given in two categories based on age at calving—cows calving before 30 months and all other lactations. Cassandra L. Chittenden, Schodack Landing, earned the top prize in the younger division and was also named overall winner with her entry, GR Dutch Hollow Gannon Glide. The Excellent-91% daughter of PR Oomsdale Jace Gratude Gannon-ET, GJPI +143, produced a first lactation with an m.e. of 28,878–1,232–940 and a dollar value of $4,657.67. Actual production for the 1-8 record was 23,820 lbs. milk, 915 lbs. fat and 727 lbs. protein (3x milking). Nathan Lawton, Newark Valley, topped the division for older cows with GR Clemson Dale 783 907. The Very Good-85% daughter of PR Oomsdale Jace Gratit Garden-ET, GJPI +153, produced a 2-10 record with an m.e. of 24,127–1,261–845 and a dollar value of $4,384.76. Actual production was 22,170 lbs. milk, 1,164 lbs. fat and 770 lbs. protein. Lawton purchased her from Clemson University in the Pot O’Gold Sale in 2009. Other juniors placing second through fifth, respectively, in the division for younger cows were: Maxwell Chittenden, Schodack Landing; Emily Chittenden; Katherine Elizabeth DeWitt, Accord; and Dorothea Riley Baker, Wyoming. In the older division, juniors placing second through fifth, respectively, were: Ryan Lawton, Newark Valley; Katy A. Kemmeren, Bainbridge; Lydia Chittenden, Schodack Landing; and Meagan E. Chittenden, Schodack Landing. Business Meeting Members were brought up-to-date on activities of the national Jersey organizations from American Jersey Cattle Association (AJCA) Director Chuck Luchsinger. He reported on the annual meetings of the organizations in Amarillo, Texas, in (continued to page 97)
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Scotch View Farms Den-Kel Jerseys George and Nadine Wilson • David Wilson Henry Aldrich, Herdsman
Kip Keller and Robin Denniston-Keller 6476 N. Bergen Road, Byron, NY 14422 585/548-2299 • Email denkeljerseys@aol.com 283 Blenheim Hill Road, Stamford, NY 12167 Phone 607/652-7181 Email wilsongn43@gmail.com Visit us on the web: http://denkeljerseys.usjersey.com
Seacord Farm 50 Milking Jerseys
Richard Seacord • 518/321-6973 Brian Seacord • 518/222-9351 Email • jewelsea@aol.com 32 Old Cambridge Rd., Greenwich, NY 12834
Oomsdale Farm, Inc. Michael, Judy, Elena, Haley, Zachary and Danielle Ooms Antonie and Cathy Ooms 43 Sutherland Rd., Valatie, NY 12184-9664 518/784-3515 (Home) 518/755-7645 (Cell) Email: oomsey@aol.com
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New York Picnic (continued from page 94)
June, noting that the High Plains region is an amazing place to see Jerseys. He also commented about the record-breaking National Heifer Sale, which posted a new series high average of $6,362.77 on 47 lots and was a virtual sale for the first time. Luchinger encouraged Jersey breeders to attend next year’s annual meetings, which will be held in Alexandria, Va., and hosted by the AJCA and National AllJersey Inc. (NAJ). The National Heifer Sale will again be a virtual sale, with no animals being transported to the site of the meetings. Luchsinger also told the group that Plevels will be reported on all performance pedigrees for bulls and that the AJCC Research Foundation is funding research on the Jersey Haplotype 1. AJCA-NAJ Area Representative Sara Barlass talked about the spring and fall New York sales managed by Jersey Marketing Service. There was discussion about changing the venue or type of sales held or eliminating one of the sales. Host Farm Jersey breeders were also given opportunity to tour Dreamroad Jerseys, which is operated by Phillips “Flip” and Sue Ferry and their daughters, Pam, Sandy and Becky. The herd of 50 milking cows is enrolled on REAP and uses the slogan, “We Show Milk Cows” in Jersey Journal advertising and other promotions. The 2012 lactation average on 43 cows stands at 16,738 lbs. milk, 803 lbs. fat and 610 lbs. protein. With the latest appraisal in September 2013, the herd includes 34 Excellent and 25 Very Good cows (none lower) and has an appraisal average of 88%. One of the Excellents, Dreamroad ZBW Iatola Cracker-ET, is the reigning Grand Champion of the New York State Fair. Cows are housed and milked in a 60 cow tie-stall barn. Baby calves are raised in a lean-to shed constructed next to the milking facility from birth through weaning. They are then moved to a bedded pack barn, where they will be raised until they enter the milking string. The Ferry family strives to incorporate at least one new technology in herd management or make one facility improvement each year. This year, they added rotational grazing to management. They plan to continue the practice next summer and fine tune pasture management in the coming years. The farm is situated on 125 acres. Another 200 acres of cropland are rented. The family raises all of the crops used in the ration. NOVEMber 2013
Both Sandy and Becky have been involved in Jersey activities over the years. Becky was named winner of the National Jersey Youth Achievement Contest in 2002. Sandy and Becky are currently serving as co-secretaries for the New York Jersey Cattle Club and received the AJCA Young Jersey Breeder Award in 2013. Both attended Morrisville State College (formerly SUNY-Morrisville) and Cornell University and work off the farm full-time at Farm Service Agency, Sandy as a county executive director and Becky as a farm loan officer.
Shenandoah Jerseys The Tracy Stiles Family Janet Stiles Fulton JR and Jessica Stiles Hess
18848 Printz Road, Boonsboro, MD 21713 301/582-2178 • shenjers@gmail.com
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Cows and Springers Pace Grammer Sale
The Grammer Summer’s End Sale was held September 14, 2013, at Grammer Jersey Farm in Sebring, Ohio. The sale was the second hosted by Bill and Debra Grammer and their sons, Billy and Ben, in three years. Like the first production sale in 2010, the event was held to reduce herd numbers to better match facilities and improve herd management. This year’s sale also included 43 lots from fellow Ohio Jersey breeders, the Allen Albright Family of Willard, Schirm Jersey Farm of West Salem and Steven Shoemaker of Salem, and Pennsylvania breeders, Van De Jerseys of Transfer. In all, 167 lots sold for an average of $1,451.20 and gross receipts of $242,350. Sale Analysis
Number
Avg. Price Total Value
53 Cows, two years and over 108 Bred heifers 22 1st Trimester 39 2nd Trimester 47 3rd Trimester 3 Open yearlings 3 Heifer calves 167 Lots Median price
$1,664.15 1,394.91 828.41 1,294.23 1,743.62 633.33 533.33
$88,200 150,650 18,225 50,475 81,950 1,900 1,600
$1,451.20 $242,350 $1,500.00
Sale Management: Jersey Marketing Service Auctioneer: Rudy Kiko
A majority of the consignments stayed at farms in the home state as two Jersey breeders from the Buckeye State purchased a combined 82 lots. Thirteen other Ohio Jersey breeders and one each from Illinois and Pennsylvania made purchases as well. Buyers were clearly interested in milk from the production-bred herds, paying a premium for close-up springers and milking cows, which sold for respective averages of $1,743.62 and $1,664.15 and represented 42 of the 43 high sellers. Samuel and Julie Bok, Defiance, Ohio,
purchased the high seller, Grammer Naoko Flower, for $2,550. The daughter of CalMart Impuls Naoko-ET, GJPI +133, is due to PR Oomsdale Brazo Gratitude GhentET, GJPI +155, in late November. She has GPTAs of +506M, +56F, +28P and a GJPI of +146. She is +3.3 for Productive Life and tested free for JH1. Her dam is a Very Good-86% daughter of Forest Glen Meccas Jevon-ET, GJPI +100. Her high-component grandam is sired by Mason Lemvig Jacinto-ET, GJPI +56. She is appraised Very Good-84% and has a two lactation m.e. average of 16,261–867–642. “Flower’s” Very Good-83% third dam has six lactations and a best record of 3-11 305 3x 20,330 5.4% 1,096 3.7% 760 100DCR. Her Very Good-88% fifth dam has seven lactations—two of them over 19,300 lbs. milk, 900 lbs. fat and 660 lbs. protein. Her Very Good-83% sixth dam also has seven lactations and made her best record of 19,530 lbs. milk, 861 lbs. fat and 732 lbs. protein in her fifth lactation. Another pair of Grammer-bred animals sold for the second high price of the day— $2,450. The Boks selected one of them, Grammer Golda Sheila, a third-trimester bred heifer sired by GR Oomsdale TBone Golda-ET, GJPI +191. She is due to the breed’s former #1 G-code bull, All Lynns Legal Visionary-ET, GJPI +222, in early January. “Sheila” has GPTAs of +846M, +39F, +38P and a GJPI of +151. Her dam, Mainstream Louie Sachet, Very Good-84%, has a two lactation m.e. average of 19,271–1,057–732. The Grammers purchased “Sachet” from Mainstream Jerseys, Lynden, Wash., as a heifer calf in The All American Jersey Sale in 2009. “Sachet’s” four closest dams are Very Good or Excellent and each have records in excess of 30,000 lbs. milk. Her Excellent-91% dam has a best record of 2-8 353 31,720 5.2% 1,638 3.8% 1,200 DHIR. The next dam is Very Good-88% and has a best
record of 3-1 365 35,040 4.8% 1,695 3.8% 1,329 DHIR. The next dam, Mainstream Barber Snowflake, Excellent-92%, produced 33,520 lbs. milk, 1,716 lbs. fat and 1,130 lbs. protein in 358 days at 4-4. The next dam, Cliffhaven Storm Cloud, Very Good-83%, is a matriarch of the Mainstream herd, with seven lactations—two of them over 30,300 lbs. milk, 1,100 lbs. fat and 1,050 lbs. protein. The other $2,450-priced female, Grammer Blackstone Penney, was purchased by Craig Fortner, Navarre, Ohio. The junior two-year-old sired by Lencrest BlackstoneET, GJPI +86, calved in June and gave 55 lbs. milk on her August test. She sold served to All Lynns Legal Volcano-ET, GJPI +221. Her Very Good-81% dam is sired by Sunset Canyon Maximus-ET, GJPI +68. She has five lactations—all over 18,400 lbs. milk—and a best record of 4-9 301 3x 20,940 6.1% 1,278 3.8% 792 98DCR. “Penney’s” grandam is a Very Good-84% daughter of Mason Boomer Sooner Berretta, GJPI +12, with six lactations and a best record of 27,400 lbs. milk, 1,023 lbs. fat and 884 lbs. protein at 5-1. The next two dams are both Very Good. The third high seller, Clareshoe Zuma Rosebush, was consigned by Shoemaker and purchased by Matthew Steiner, Rittman, Ohio, for $2,400. The daughter of ISDK DJ Zuma, GJPI +175, sold due to Goldust Valentino Layne-ET, GJPI +214, in mid-October. She has GPTAs of +316M, +41F, +25P and a GJPI of +162. She tested free for JH1 and is +5.3 for Productive Life. “Rosebush’s” dam is a Very Good-82% “Jevon” daughter. Her grandam has an m.e. of 20,248–995–855 on her first lactation. Her third dam is a Very Good-81% daughter of Rock Maple Brook Montana-ET, GJPI -8, with five lactations and a best record of 5-3 305 19,930 4.5% 890 3.5% 692 94DCR. Her fourth dam is appraised Very Good-82% and has six lactations—two of them over 19,100 lbs. milk, 960 lbs. fat and 660 lbs. protein. Her fifth and sixth dams are appraised Very Good-84% and Very Good-86%, respectively. The volume buyer was Carlyle Farms LLC, Wayne, Ohio, who purchased 49 lots for $77,150. Barton Farms of Newark, Ohio, took home 33 head for $32,800. Bohnert Jerseys, East Moline, Ill., selected 18 lots for $32,625. Sales $1,750 and Over
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(Consignors in Parentheses) Samuel and Julie Bok, Defiance, Ohio Grammer Naoko Flower, bred heifer 19 mos............... $2,550 (Grammer Jersey Farm LLC, Sebring, Ohio) Grammer Golda Sheila, bred heifer 18 mos.................. 2,450 (Grammer Jersey Farm LLC) Grammer Headlin Mareny, cow 2 yrs............................. 1,800 (Grammer Jersey Farm LLC) Craig Fortner, Navarre, Ohio Grammer Blackstone Penney, cow 2 yrs....................... 2,450 (Grammer Jersey Farm LLC) (continued to page 102)
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Call Issued For AJCA, NAJ Award Nominations Nominations are due January 15 for four awards to be presented at the 2014 Annual Meetings of the American Jersey Cattle Association (AJCA) and National All-Jersey Inc., (NAJ) in Alexandria, Va. Any lifetime member of the AJCA can nominate qualified persons for the Master Breeder, Distinguished Service,Young Jersey Breeder awards, and the AJCA-NAJ Award for Meritorious Service. Recipients will be selected in March and honored during the annual meetings scheduled for June 25-28, 2014. Master Breeder Award. The Master Breeder Award is bestowed annually upon a living AJCA member, family, partnership, or corporation, who, in the opinion of the Board of Directors, has bred outstanding animals for many years and thereby has made a notable contribution to the advancement of the Jersey breed in the United States. The Master Breeder Award was first presented in 1944 and 72 members or families have been recognized. Bearl and Joanne Seals, Cloverdale, Ore., were the 2013 honorees. Distinguished Service Award. The Distinguished Service Award is bestowed upon as many living AJCA members and/ or members’ families, who, in the opinion of the Board of Directors, have rendered outstanding and unselfish service for many years and thereby have made a notable contribution to the advancement of the Jersey breed in the United States. Created in 1954, the Distinguished Service Award has now been presented to 63 individuals. It was presented in 2013 to James Ahlem, Hilmar, Calif. Award for Meritorious Service. The AJCA-NAJ Award for Meritorious Service is bestowed annually upon a living individual, who, in the joint opinion of the Boards of Directors of the American Jersey Cattle Association and National All-Jersey Inc., has made a notable contribution to the advancement of the Jersey breed and the livelihood of Jersey owners in the United States through research, education, development, marketing, or other significant activities of the allied dairy industry. Nineteen awards have now been presented. In 2013, Dr. Bob Cropp and Dr. Ed Jesse, both of Madison, Wis., were recognized. Young Jersey Breeder Award. These awards are bestowed annually upon as many living AJCA members and/or NOVEMber 2013
members’ families, who, in the opinion of the Board of Directors, merit recognition. Nominees must be active members of the American Jersey Cattle Association and must be at least 28 years of age but not more than 40 years of age as of January 1 of the contest year. Selection is based upon expertise in dairy farming and Jersey cattle breeding; participation in AJCA and NAJ programs; and leadership in Jersey and other dairy and agricultural organizations. More than 280 members or families
have received this award since its inception in 1976. Nomination forms may be requested by contacting Whittney Smith in the AJCA office, phone 614.322.4472, or by email to wsmith@usjersey.com. Forms are also available to be downloaded from the AJCA website at www. usjersey.com/Reference/ calendar.htm. Nomination materials are due in the office of the American Jersey Cattle Association at 6486 E. Main Street, Reynoldsburg, OH 43068 on or before January 15, 2014. Page 101
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Gary Miller 814/398-2422
Secretary: Jessica Peters 814/282-5206 AJCA-NAJ Area Representative: Sara Barlass 614/256-6502 Visit us online at: http://pennsylvaniajerseys.usjersey.com
Four Springs Jerseys
J. Craig and Susan Wicker 2147 Upper Brush Valley Road Centre Hall, PA 16828 814/364-9807 wickfsvetclin@aol.com A REAP Herd • Equity Investor
JEMI Jerseys
Kenny Farm
“We show our milk cows and milk our show cows.” Bob and Alma Kenny • Clayton and Renée Kenny
Jeff and Michele Reasner
Phone: 717/530-7784 • Email: jemi@earthlink 7382 Sunset Road, Newburg, PA 17240 Website: http://www.holsteinworld.com/jemi/
533 Petersburg Rd., Enon Valley, PA 16120 724/336-5255 • 724/336-0157 A REAP Herd • Equity Investor
Nobledale Farm
Registered Jerseys since 1888 RR 2, Box 626, Gillett, PA 16925 Stuart and Elaine Phone/Fax 570/537-2066 Steve and Donna 570/537-2314 E-mail: senoble@npacc.net
Stoney Hollow Jerseys
Don, Jill, Garrett, and Jason Stonerook 231 Stonerook Rd., Martinsburg, PA 16662 Phone: 814/793-3059 Email: stonerook@aol.com
Grammer Sale (continued from page 98) Grammer Impuls Marcy, cow 2 yrs................................. 2,100 (Grammer Jersey Farm LLC) Grammer Blackstone Dedra, cow 3 yrs......................... 2,050 (Grammer Jersey Farm LLC) Grammer Aron Miamor, cow 2 yrs................................. 1,900 (Grammer Jersey Farm LLC) Grammer Carrier Miranda, cow 2 yrs............................. 1,850 (Grammer Jersey Farm LLC) Van De Target Jetta Dart, cow 2 yrs............................... 1,800 (Van De Jerseys, Transfer, Pa.) Van De T Rex Innocence Trust, bred heifer 20 mos...... 1,800 (Van De Jerseys) Matthew Steiner, Rittman, Ohio Clareshoe Zuma Rosebush, bred heifer 21 mos........... 2,400 (Steven R. Shoemaker, Salem, Ohio) Grammer Impuls Marika, bred heifer 16 mos................ 1,800 (Grammer Jersey Farm LLC) Grammer Kilowatt Spring, bred heifer 17 mos............... 1,750 (Grammer Jersey Farm LLC) Bohnert Jerseys, East Moline, Ill. Grammer Renegade Kalinda, cow 2 yrs........................ 2,200 (Grammer Jersey Farm LLC) Grammer Abbott Rosalia, cow 2 yrs.............................. 2,000 (Grammer Jersey Farm LLC) Grammer Stoney Florida, cow 2 yrs.............................. 2,000 (Grammer Jersey Farm LLC) Grammer Mystic Geralyn, cow 2 yrs.............................. 1,950 (Grammer Jersey Farm LLC) GR Grammer Sixtynine Katy, bred heifer 20 mos.......... 1,950 (Grammer Jersey Farm LLC) Grammer Belleston Betty, bred heifer 19 mos............... 1,900 (Grammer Jersey Farm LLC)
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Vanderfeltz jerseys Visitors Welcome
Joe and Melinda VanderFeltz RR 1, Box 1255, Lawton, PA 18828 570/934-2406 • Fax 570/934-0124 E-mail vanfel2@epix.net
Grammer Dandy Skyla, bred heifer 20 mos.................. 1,850 (Grammer Jersey Farm LLC) Schirm Headline Phoebe, cow 3 yrs.............................. 1,850 (Paul and Dawn Schirm and Family, West Salem, Ohio) Grammer Barbaro Blythe, cow 2 yrs.............................. 1,825 (Grammer Jersey Farm LLC) Grammer Impuls Zhenya, bred heifer 20 mos............... 1,800 (Grammer Jersey Farm LLC) Schirm Maximus Patience, cow 3 yrs............................ 1,800 (Paul and Dawn Schirm and Family) Grammer Riley Samaira, cow 2 yrs............................... 1,800 (Grammer Jersey Farm LLC) Schirm Headline Rhonda, cow 3 yrs.............................. 1,750 (Kyle M. Schirm, West Salem, Ohio) J. William Hodge, Norwich, Ohio Grammer Abbott Reina, bred heifer 20 mos.................. 2,150 (Grammer Jersey Farm LLC) Grammer Valentino Kristy, bred heifer 20 mos.............. 2,000 (Grammer Jersey Farm LLC) Clareshoe Legal Henrietta, bred heifer 2 yrs................. 1,950 (Benjamin Shoemaker, Salem, Ohio) Bret Layman, Utica, Ohio Grammer Action Geriane, cow 2 yrs.............................. 2,100 (Grammer Jersey Farm LLC) Carlyle Farms LLC, Wayne, Ohio Grammer Aron Sonora, cow 2 yrs................................. 2,000 (Grammer Jersey Farm LLC) Grammer Riley Zelia, bred heifer 20 mos...................... 2,000 (Grammer Jersey Farm LLC) Schirm Legal Sidney, bred heifer 20 mos...................... 2,000 (Paul and Dawn Schirm and Family) GR Van De Gannon Nod Agree, bred heifer 20 mos..... 1,950 (Van De Jerseys) Grammer Abbott Enrica, bred heifer 21 mos................. 1,900 (Grammer Jersey Farm LLC)
Grammer Abbott Lenis, bred heifer 21 mos................... 1,900 (Grammer Jersey Farm LLC) Grammer Aron Mariel, bred heifer 21 mos.................... 1,850 (Grammer Jersey Farm LLC) Grammer Dandy Tadewi, bred heifer 21 mos................ 1,800 (Grammer Jersey Farm LLC) Grammer Frost Oakley, bred heifer 20 mos................... 1,800 (Grammer Jersey Farm LLC) Grammer Freeze Dahlia, cow 2 yrs............................... 1,750 (Grammer Jersey Farm LLC) Cotton Spring Farm, Mt. Pleasant, Pa. Schirm Ballard Dancer, bred heifer 20 mos................... 2,000 (Paul and Dawn Schirm and Family) Grammer Braxton Betty, bred heifer 20 mos................. 2,000 (Grammer Jersey Farm LLC) Grammer Abbott Beauty-Twin, bred heifer 20 mos........ 2,000 (Grammer Jersey Farm LLC) Clareshoe Allstar Fanny, cow 2 yrs................................ 1,950 (Steven R. Shoemaker) Clareshoe Region White, cow 2 yrs............................... 1,900 (Steven R. Shoemaker) Barton Farms, Newark, Ohio PR Van De Zuma Eclipse Crescent, bred heifer 2 yrs... 1,950 (Van De Jerseys) Clareshoe Region Rosie, cow 2 yrs............................... 1,825 (Steven R. Shoemaker) Grammer Impuls Donelle, cow 2 yrs.............................. 1,800 (Grammer Jersey Farm LLC) Philip R. Bauer, Belle Center, Ohio Van De Trex Tuscaloosa Tuscarora, bred heifer 21 mos..1,900 (Van De Jerseys) Gary L. Coppersmith, Columbiana, Ohio Grammer Fantom Tristyn, cow 2 yrs.............................. 1,850 (Grammer Jersey Farm LLC)
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“Veronica” Family Member Tops Vermont State Sale
Jersey breeders making purchases at this year’s Vermont State Sale were able to add high-quality Registered Jerseys to their herds for a decent price as the 168 lots that were struck off on September 21 sold for an average of $869.17. The sale, which is one of the longest-running Registered Jersey sales at 77 years, was held at the fairgrounds in North Haverhill, N.H. This year’s offering included more second and third trimester bred heifers than in years past at a combined 94 head and gave Jersey producers opportunity to earn a quick return on their investment. O’Brien Bragg, Montezuma, Ga., was the volume buyer at 36 lots for $38,300; Jeff Adams, Touchet, Wash., purchased 41 head for $32,600.
Number
Sale Analysis
Avg. Price Total Value
118 Bred heifers 24 1st Trimester 48 2nd Trimester 46 3rd Trimester 19 Open yearlings 31 Heifer calves 168 Lots Median price
$973.09 $114,825 813.54 19,525 969.79 46,550 1,059.78 48,750 667.11 12,675 600.81 18,625 $869.79 $146,125 $900.00
Sale Management: Jersey Marketing Service Auctioneer: Lynn Lee
A member of the “Veronica” family was the high seller at $2,600. W. Jason and Lori J. Hoyt, Fort Ann, N.Y., were the last bidders on JW Aghamora Victoria, a fullaged senior yearling who is sired by Ferns Fashion Icon, JPI -79, and due to SC Gold Dust Paramount Iatola-ET, GJPI +89, in mid-March. “Victoria’s” dam is sired by Jane Primetime Justice-ET, JPI -156, and has an Excellent-94% maternal sister, Elliotts Vivid Deluxe, who was second place fiveyear-old at the Mid-Atlantic Regional
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Diamond Farm
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K&R Jerseys
Randy and Kari Drinkall & Family 23683 Cty. Rd. 13, Rushford, MN 55971 Phone 507/864-2170 Email krjersey@acegroup.cc NOVEMber 2013
Jersey Show in 2011 and made 19,530 lbs. milk, 922 lbs. fat and 684 lbs. protein at 4-8. “Victoria’s” grandam, Elliotts Golden Vista-ET, Excellent-95%, has six lactations—two of them over 20,200 lbs. milk, 1,100 lbs. fat and 740 lbs. protein. She stood first in the 100,000 lbs. milk class at the International Jersey Show in 2012. “Vista” has 28 Excellent and 13 Very Good maternal sisters. Included in this group is Arethusa Response Vivid-ET, Grand Champion of the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair and Reserve Supreme Champion of World Dairy Expo in 2012. “Victoria’s” third dam is the worldrenown Huronia Centurion Veronica 20J, Excellent-97%. The highly-decorated show cow was named Reserve National Grand Champion in 2002 and National Grand Champion in 2004. She was Supreme Champion of World Dairy Expo in 2006 and has twice received the honor at the Pennsylvania All-American Dairy Show. She has four complete lactations—three of them over 24,400 lbs. milk, 1,270 lbs. fat and 950 lbs. protein—and sent 19 sons to A.I. to date. “Victoria” was consigned by Dawn D. Sharts, Greenwich, N.Y. Vantress Jerseys of Xenia, Ohio, purchased the second high seller, Billings Verbatim Mabel-ET, for $2,275. The senior calf is sired by Arethusa Verbatim Response-ET, GJPI -19, and out of Billings Kaptain Makita, a Very Good-88% daughter of Avonlea Renaissance Kaptain-ET, GJPI -114. “Makita” placed second in the junior three-year-old class at the Eastern States Exposition in 2010 and has an m.e. average of 16,567–906–638. She has four Excellent maternal sisters, including Billings Legion Mini Me, Excellent-95%, Grand Champion of the Eastern States Exposition in 2007, and Billings Vindication Mallory, Excellent-92%, Reserve Intermediate Champion of the New York Spring Carousel in 2009.
Dale, Lisa, Wyatt & Austin Smith 18575 142nd St., Hamburg, MN 55339 Phone: 320/238-2218 Email: smithhaven.dl@gmail.com REGISTERED JERSEYS • Visitors welcome
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Dale and Judy Mill and Family 30001 Cty. Road 109, Lewiston, MN 55952 Phone: 507/523-3506 Email: judymill@hbci.com
“Mabel’s” grandam, Billings Berretta Mocha-ET, Excellent-93%, has an m.e. average of 17,613–896–654 on seven lactations. The next four dams are Very Good or Excellent. She was consigned by Billings Farm and Museum, Woodstock, Vt. One of five heifer calves consigned by David and Melanie Carmichael, Vergennes, Vt., was the third high seller at $2,025. Dexter Knapp, Pike, N.H., was the final bidder on Menda Visionary Storm, a junior calf sired by the breed’s former #1 G-code bull, All Lynns Legal Visionary-ET, GJPI +222. The P-9 heifer has a PA JPI of +161. She is out of a Very Good-86% daughter of Schultz Rescue Headline, GJPI +136, with two maternal brothers in A.I. and eight maternal sisters that are appraised Very Good and one that is Excellent-91%. “Storm’s” grandam, MVF Kulp Parade Shania-ET, Very Good-86%, has six lactations and a best record of 3-9 305 18,830 4.2% 792 3.7% 688 93DCR. She has a dozen Very Good and three Excellent maternal sisters and six maternal brothers in A.I. sampling programs. The next dam, MVF Barber Sooner J 484, Excellent-92%, made a best record of 30,540 lbs. milk, 1,737 lbs. fat and 1,029 lbs. protein at 4-8. “Storm’s” fourth dam, Elmview Sooner J, Excellent-91%, has six lactations—four of them over 20,000 lbs. milk—and made her best record of 28,130 lbs. milk, 964 lbs. fat and 918 lbs. protein at 7-0. In all, 19 Jersey breeders from 10 states coast-to-coast and border-to-border made purchases. Sales $1,050 and Over
(Consignors in Parentheses) W. Jason and Lori J. Hoyt, Fort Ann, N.Y. JW Aghamora Victoria, bred heifer 2 yrs..................... $2,600 (Dawn D. Sharts, Greenwich, N.Y.) JW Aghamora Action Jazzmine, bred heifer 2 yrs......... 1,400 (Dawn D. Sharts) Vantress Jerseys, Xenia, Ohio Billings Verbatim Mabel-ET, heifer calf 10 mos.............. 2,275 (Billings Farm and Museum, Woodstock, Vt.) RFF Plus Maple, bred heifer 14 mos............................. 1,150 (Richardson Family Farm, Woodstock, Vt.) Dexter Knapp, Pike, N.H. Menda Visionary Storm, heifer calf 6 mos..................... 2,025 (David and Melanie Carmichael, Vergennes, Vt.) Menda Visionary Starstruck, heifer calf 6 mos............... 1,425 (David and Melanie Carmichael) Seacord Farm Renegade Ruby, bred heifer 23 mos..... 1,125 (Brian S. Seacord, Greenwich, N.Y.) RFF Allstar Molly, bred heifer 12 mos............................ 1,125 (Richardson Family Farm) Ferrisdale Farm, Brookfield, Vt. Highland Plus H Alta, open yearling 12 mos................. 1,625 (Highland Farms, Cornish, Maine) RFF Plus Ruby, bred heifer 16 mos............................... 1,250 (Richardson Family Farm) O’Brien Bragg, Montezuma, Ga. Highland Zuma J Delore Dale, bred heifer 2 yrs............ 1,425 (Highland Farms) RFF Plus Diane, bred heifer 19 mos.............................. 1,300 (Richardson Family Farm) Highland Action J Nell, bred heifer 22 mos.................... 1,250 (Highland Farms) Seacord Farm Joule Janet, bred heifer 22 mos............. 1,200 (Richard T. Seacord, Greenwich, N.Y.) Holmesland Legal Inception, bred heifer 22 mos.......... 1,200 (Steven B. and Jeffrey A. Holmes, Langdon, N.H.) Dorado Headline Charity, bred heifer 2 yrs.................... 1,175 (Crescent Farm, Walpole, N.H.) Highland Eclipes I Elsie, bred heifer 22 mos................. 1,175 (Highland Farms) (continued to page 104)
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Spahr Jersey Farm, Inc. Brian 419/348-9135 • David 419/423-7443 9898 T-234, Findlay, Ohio 45840 Email spajerfm@bright.net REAP Herd • Equity Investor
Vermont State Jersey Sale (continued from page 103) GR Holmesland Goose Pippa, bred heifer 23 mos....... 1,150 (Steven B. and Jeffrey A. Holmes) Highland Seth D Wendy, bred heifer 21 mos................. 1,150 (Highland Farms) Fortress Impuls Bella, bred heifer 23 mos..................... 1,150 (Richard T. Seacord) Crescent Orion Alum, bred heifer 18 mos..................... 1,125 (Crescent Farm) Highland Headline at Delores, bred heifer 23 mos........ 1,125 (Highland Farms) Highland Seth J Marijane, bred heifer 22 mos............... 1,100 (Highland Farms) High Lawn Heart Alliyah, bred heifer 21 mos................. 1,100 (High Lawn Farm, Lee, Mass.) High Lawn Billy Prance, bred heifer 21 mos.................. 1,100 (High Lawn Farm) RFF Allstar Linda, bred heifer 19 mos........................... 1,100 (Richardson Family Farm) SVF Jace Baby, bred heifer 21 mos............................... 1,050 (Samantha Flint, Brookfield, Vt.) Crescent Mojave Acorn, bred heifer 2 yrs...................... 1,050 (Tabitha Phillips, Walpole, N.H.) High Lawn Opportunity Jayla, bred heifer 17 mos......... 1,050 (High Lawn Farm) Goodnow Cecil Scar Victoria, bred heifer 2 yrs............. 1,050 (Goodnow Jersey Farm Inc., Turner, Maine) Mark Carter, Troy, Pa. RFF Javelin Maya, bred heifer 23 mos.......................... 1,400
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(Richardson Family Farm) Martha Graff, Chesterville, Maine RFF Plus Clover, bred heifer 20 mos............................. 1,375 (Richardson Family Farm) Margaret H. Gladstone, Bradford, Vt. Hillside Juniper June, bred heifer 23 mos...................... 1,275 (Steven D. Small, Randolph Center, Vt.) Whalen Vernon Mim, bred heifer 2 yrs........................... 1,225 (Michael R. and Diana M. Whalen, Randolph Center, Vt.) Highland Danny F Spice, bred heifer 19 mos................ 1,200 (Highland Farms) Valleyhome BRC Merrylegs-P, cow 3 yrs....................... 1,175 (Krysta N. Cooley, Bingham, Maine) David and Katherine Pyle, New Columbia, Pa. RFF Javelin Maliah, bred heifer 19 mos........................ 1,225 (Richardson Family Farm) RFF Fig Pie, bred heifer 18 mos.................................... 1,200 (Richardson Family Farm) Crescent Eclipes Dime, bred heifer 18 mos................... 1,050 (Rosella Sawyer, Walpole, N.H.) Pearlmont TBone Enore-Twin, bred heifer 20 mos........ 1,050 (Tracy M. Cohen, Monroe, N.H.) Helenmae Metcalf, Piermont, N.H. Crescent Eclipes Demure, bred heifer 19 mos.............. 1,175 (Crescent Farm) Grant Nelson, Ryegate, Vt. RFF Allstar Joy, bred heifer 21 mos............................... 1,075 (Richardson Family Farm) Jeff Adams, Touchet, Wash. Hillside TBone Amber Angie, bred heifer 23 mos.......... 1,050 (Steven D. Small, Randolph Center, Vt.)
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Buyer’s Market at the New York Fall Jersey Sale
Twenty-three buyers from six states purchased the 93 lots of Registered Jerseys at the New York Fall Sale on September 24, 2013. For the second time this year, the sale was held at the Chenango County Fairgrounds in Norwich, N.Y. Buyers took advantage of the good prices at the sale and bought in volume. Heifer grower, Mike Vaught, Lascassas, Tenn., chose 24 head for $17,650, to go back to his dairy. The Gutman Bros. Ltd., of Baltimore, Md., picked 12 head for $12,950 and Creek Bottom Farm, Middleburg, Pa., took home 10 head for $10,575. Sale Analysis
Number
Avg. Price Total Value
10 Cows, two years and over 49 Bred heifers 16 1st Trimester 18 2nd Trimester 15 3rd Trimester 21 Open yearlings 13 Heifer calves 93 Lots edian price M
$1,262.50 1,100.00 864.06 1,090.28 1,276.67 759.52 478.85
$12,625 53,900 13,825 19,625 19,150 15,950 6,225
$953.76 $975.00
$88,700
Sale Management: Jersey Marketing Service Auctioneer: Lynn Lee
The annual fall sale averaged $953.76 on the 93 lots sold. The group of 15 third-trimester heifers led the way with an average price of $1,276.67. The 10 milk cows were close behind with an average price of $1,262.50. At the sale’s end, 29 total head went to Tennessee, while 26 of the consignments headed to Pennsylvania through seven buyers. Seventeen consignments stayed in New York, going to 10 different buyers. Pedigrees with deep maternal lines carried the top selling consignments. Two individuals tied for the top billing of the sale, as they sold for $1,575 a piece. Vance Spencer of Troy, Pa., placed the final bid on Gladheart Action Jigs-ET. The 18-month-old bred heifer was consigned by Crossland Farms LLC, Mount Savage, Md.
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“Jigs” sold due in March to Richies Jace TBone A364, GJPI +118. She is sired by Forest Glen Avery Action-ET, GJPI +77, and out of the Excellent-90% South Mountain Jocelyn. “Jocelyn” has a completed 4-4 record of 20,680 lbs. milk, 1,150 lbs. fat andd 723 lbs. protein. Her maternal sister, South Mountain Jubilee Jada-ET, is appraised Excellent-92%, and was the Reserve Senior Champion of the 2007 Mid-Atlantic Regional Jersey Show in Harrisburg, Pa. Their dam is Juliannas Extreme Jubilee, Excellent-93%, with a 6-4 record of 25,920 lbs. milk, 1,295 lbs. fat and 873 lbs. protein. The next dam is Excellent-90% and was the first senior two-year-old at the Central National Jersey Show and third senior two-year-old at the Royal Winter Fair in 1999. Also selling for $1,575 was Lawtons Kaptain Krest. The recently fresh twoyear-old was appraised Very Good-83% and had 49 lbs. milk on her September test day at just 23 days fresh. She was purchased by Jerald M. Stewart, Bath, N.Y. “Krest” is sired by Lawtons Iatola Kaptain, PA JPI +71, and out of an Excellent-90% daughter of Lucky Hill Nathan Legendary, GJPI +63. She has a best record of 3-4 305 21,850 4.7%1,037 3.6% 792 102DCR. Her dam is a Very Good-86% daughter of Windy Willow Montana Jace, GJPI +95, with three records exceeding 21,000 lbs. milk. The next two dams are both Excellent-92% and have more than 22,000 lbs. milk and 1,100 lbs. fat. “Krest” was consigned by Michael Lawton, Newark Valley, N.Y. Selling for the second high price of the day was a consignment from Andrew Jaden Rymph, Greenwich, N.Y. Fortress Minister Mandy captured the attention of Jersey junior Kara K. Evans, Norwich, N.Y. The senior yearling heifer sold due right after the sale to Maack Dairy Eclipes-P-ET, GJPI +98. She is sired by Select-Scott Minister-ET, GJPI -62, and out of Fortress Kenais Karina. Appraised Excellent-90%, “Karina” is sired by Dogwood Hill Poseidon Kenai, GJPI +65. She has a four lactation m.e. average of 17,031–912–672. The next three dams are all Very Good with strong production credits. New York Jersey junior Nathan Lawton, Newark Valley, N.Y., consigned the
third high selling female, Lawtons Lotto Extremely Lucky. “Lucky” was purchased by Dawson Darling, Delancey, N.Y. She was fresh in early July and appraised Very Good-81%. At 1-10, she is projected to 20,619–1,107– 661 m.e. Her dam is an Excellent daughter of O.F. Barber Rocket, GJPI +57, and has four records exceeding 20,000 lbs. milk, 900 lbs. fat and 700 lbs. protein. Her best record is at 6-0 with 25,100 lbs. milk, 1,099 lbs. fat and 951 lbs. protein. The grandam is Very Good with three records of more than 21,000 lbs. milk, 970 lbs. fat and 700 lbs. protein. The next two dams are also Very Good. Sales $1,200 and Over
(Consignors in Parentheses) Vance Spencer, Troy, Pa. Gladheart Action Jigs-ET, bred heifer 18 mos.......... $1,575 (Crossland Farms Llc, Mount Savage, Md.) Jerald M. Stewart, Bath, N.Y. Lawtons Kaptain Krest, cow 2 yrs............................... 1,575 (Michael Lawton, Newark Valley, N.Y.) Kara K. Evans, Norwich, N.Y. Fortress Minister Mandy, bred heifer 2 yrs.................. 1,550 (Andrew J. Rymph, Greenwich, N.Y.) Dreamroad Minister Patty, bred heifer 2 yrs................ 1,475 (Phillips M. Ferry, Jr., Johnstown, N.Y.) Gladheart-C Hg Bella, cow 3 yrs................................ 1,350 (Colleen E. Crossland, Mount Savage, Md.) Dawson Darling, Delancey, N.Y. Lawtons Lotto Extremely Lucky, cow 2 yrs.................. 1,500 (Nathan Lawton, Newark Valley, N.Y.) Glen Meadows Farm, Fultonville, N.Y. Hi-Land Jamison Poke, bred heifer 2 yrs.................... 1,475 (Greg and David Chamberlain, Wyoming, N.Y.) Divine Comerica Kimmy, bred heifer 22 mos.............. 1,300 (Renee and Kevin Streeter, Cortland, N.Y.) David and Katherine Pyle, Union Bridge, Md. Rog-Al Polo Palomino, bred heifer 2 yrs..................... 1,400 (Sarah M. Alexander, Liberty, Pa.) Rog-Al Ace Nebula, cow 3 yrs.................................... 1,350 (Roger and Cathleen Alexander, Liberty, Pa.) Divine Valor Betsy, bred heifer 21 mos....................... 1,300 (Renee and Kevin Streeter) Cheryl A. Carlson, Tully, N.Y. Rog-Al T-Bone Pistachio, cow 2 yrs............................ 1,350 (Sarah M. Alexander) Matthew and Tiffany Neenan, Montrose, Pa. Lawtons Region Victorious, bred heifer 2 yrs.............. 1,350 (Ryan Lawton, Newark Valley, N.Y.) Scotch View Impuls Louie Hilda, bred heifer 21 mos.. 1,275 (Scotch View Farms, Stamford, N.Y.) Divine Comerica Freaky, bred heifer 21 mos.............. 1,275 (Renee and Kevin Streeter) Gutman Bros Ltd, Baltimore, Md. Hi-Land Allstar Jessica, bred heifer 23 mos............... 1,300 (Greg and David Chamberlain) Hill Top Kanoo Liza, bred heifer 22 mos..................... 1,225 (Tornado Valley Farms, Norwich, N.Y.) Fieldstone Chance Carnival, bred heifer 19 mos........ 1,225 (Michael Martin, Fleetwood, Pa.) Blaise Ida Karan Tara, bred heifer 2 yrs...................... 1,200 (Hess Farm Llc, West Valley, N.Y.) Creek Bottom Farm, Middleburg, Pa. Chyle Land Andy Aflex, bred heifer 2 yrs.................... 1,250 (Jacob Chyle, Pleasant Mount, Pa.) Christine Smith, Columbia X Rd, Pa. Fieldstone Action Pac Carbs, bred heifer 22 mos....... 1,250 (Michael Martin, Fleetwood, Pa.) Denise K. Andrien, Troy, Pa. Dreamroad Sultan Dame, bred heifer 2 yrs................ 1,225 (Mr. and Mrs. Phillips Ferry Jr. , Johnstown, N.Y.) GR Pleasant Knob Plus Cocopuff, open yearling 12 mos. .............................................................................. 1,200 (Andrew J. Rymph) Mattydale Farm / Matteson Barry, Smyrna, N.Y. Seven Oaks Vertigo Maude, cow 2 yrs....................... 1,200 (Andrew J. Rymph) Vantress Jerseys, Xenia, Ohio Chyle Land Governor Magic, bred heifer 17 mos........ 1,200 (Jack and Ella Chyle, Pleasant Mount, Pa.)
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Big E Junior Jersey Show
Four-Hills 1st Blue 3241-ET was named Grand Champion for Megan Hill, Bristol, Vt., at the Eastern States Exposition Junior Jersey Show on September 18, 2013. Emmas Louie Butternut was named Reserve Grand Champion for Alexandra LaPrise, Exeter, R.I. Tom Arrowsmith, Peach Bottom, Pa., judged the 35 Registered Jerseys shown in West Springfield, Ma. Four-Hills 1st Blue 3241-ET 1st Senior 2-yr.-old cow Senior and Grand Champion
Class Winners
Junior heifer calf (2 shown) Chesnut-Hyll Lizze, Zachary Tarryk, Dayville, Conn. Intermediate heifer calf (5 shown) Emmas Jade Brody, Alexandra LaPrise, Exeter, R.I. Senior heifer calf (4 shown) Maplecroft Tequila Violet (S: Tower Vue Prime TequilaET, D: Arethusa Action Variety-ET), Ethan Coutu, Morris, Conn., res. jr. champ. Summer yearling heifer (1 shown) Ehrhardt H Gun Jenga-ET, Kathleen Metcalf, Piermont, N.H. Junior yearling heifer (1 shown) Strout Minister Sugar, James D. Strout, Cornville, Maine Intermediate yearling heifer (4 shown) Payneside Red Solo Cup (S: Griffens Governor-ET, D: Payneside Ex Chevette), Morgan Betti, Goshen, Conn., jr. champ. Senior yearling heifer (4 shown) Parkview Kramer Pandora, Morgan Betti Junior 2-yr.-old cow (3 shown) Chestnut-Hyll Maximum Bella, Jacob Tarryk, Dayville, Conn. Senior 2-yr.-old cow (5 shown) Four-Hills 1st Blue 3241-ET (S: Bovi-Lact First Prize-ET, D: DF Sultan Burganne), Megan Hill, Bristol, Vt., sr. and gr. champ. Senior 3-yr.-old cow (2 shown) Emmas Louie Butternut (S: BHF-SSF Parade Louie-ET, D: Emmas Mack Buttercup), Alexandra LaPrise, res. sr.
and res. gr. champ. 4-yr.-old cow (1 shown) Craig Moor Comerica Muffin, Kathleen Metcalf 5-yr.-old cow (1 shown) Country Ayre Comerica Candy, Katelyn Poitras, Brimfield, Mass. Aged cow (1 shown) Chesnut-Hyll Lyndsey, Zachary Tarryk Dry cow (1 shown) Ratliff Jade Avery-ET, HelenMae Metcalf, Piermont, N.H.
Maplecroft Tequila Violet 1st Senior heifer calf Reserve Junior Champion
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Big E Jersey Show
• September 18, 2013, West Springfield, Mass. • Tom Arrowsmith, Peach Bottom, Pa., judge • 88 head shown • Sr., and Gr., Champ. female— Page-Crest Excitation Karlie, Arethusa Farm, Litchfield, Conn. • Res. Sr. and Res. Gr. Champ. female—Arethusa Vixens Presto, Arethusa Farm • Int. Champ. female—Four-Hills 1st Blue 3241-ET, Megan and Britney Hill, Bristol, Vt. • Res. Int. Champ. female—Billings Action Sassy, Billings Farm and Museum, Woodstock, Vt. • Jr. Champ. female—Arethusa Exciting Vanguard-ET, Arethusa Farm • Res. Jr. Champ. female—Arethusa Vida Tequila-ET, Arethusa Farm Class Winners
Junior heifer calf (7 shown) 1. SV Impression Hedley-ET, Ernest Kueffner, Terri Packard, Matt Senecal, and Rod Rankin, Boonsboro, Md. 2. Tierneys Verbatim Leta, Patrick Tierney Bosley, Malone N.Y. Intermediate heifer calf (9 shown) 1. Billings Comerica Symphony, Billings Farm and Museum, Woodstock, Vt. 2. Billings Indiana Rochelle-ET, Billings Farm and Museum Senior heifer calf (7 shown) 1. Elevates Minister Enjoy, Arethusa Farm, Litchfield, Conn. 2. Maplecroft Tequila Violet, Ethan Coutu, Morris, Conn. Summer yearling heifer (2 shown) 1. Ehrhardt H Gun Jenga-ET, Kathleen Stevens Metcalf, Piermont, N.H. Junior yearling heifer (5 shown) 1. Tierneys Hired Gun Teagan, Tierney Farm and Kathryn Marie Bosley, Malone, N.Y. 2. EK-RR Tequila Variety-ET, Joeleebeth Farm & Ernest Kueffner, Boonsboro, Md. Intermediate yearling heifer (6 shown) 1. Payneside Red Solo Cup, Morgan Betti, Goshen, Conn. 2. Elliotts Comerica Satin-ET, Billings Farm and Museum Senior yearling heifer (7 shown) 1. Arethusa Exciting Vanguard-ET (S: Bridon Excitation, D: Huronia Centurion Veronica 20J), Arethusa Farm, jr. champ. 2. Arethusa Vida Tequila-ET (S: Tower Vue Prime Tequila-ET, D: Huronia Centurion Veronica 20J), Arethusa Farm, res. jr. champ. Milking yearling (2 shown) 1. Strout OT Savannah, James D. Strout, Cornville, Maine Junior 2-yr.-old cow (9 shown) 1. Arethusa Tequila Vanna, Arethusa Farm 2. Cowbell Iatola Crispy Cream, Christine L Sheesley Rozler, Potsdam, N.Y. Senior 2-yr.-old cow (10 shown) 1. Four-Hills 1st Blue 3241-ET (S: Bovi-Lact First PrizeET, D: DF Sultan Burganne), Megan and Britney Hill, Bristol, Vt., int. champ. 2. Billings Madison Mocha, Maggie LaPrise, Exeter, R.I. Junior 3-yr.-old cow (3 shown) 1. Billings Action Sassy (S: Forest Glen Avery ActionET, D: Billings Barber Sasha), Billings Farm and Museum, res. int. champ. 2. Tierneys Barbaro Louann, Tierney Farm Senior 3-yr.-old cow (6 shown) 1. Page-Crest Excitation Karlie (S: Bridon Excitation, D: Karson 222 of Page-Crest), Arethusa Farm, sr. and gr. champ.
NOVEMber 2013
Page-Crest Excitation Karlie 1st Senior 3-yr.-old cow Senior and Grand Champion
Arethusa Vixens Presto 1st 4-yr.-old cow Res. Senior and Res. Grand Champion
Four-Hills 1st Blue 3241-ET 1st Senior 2-yr.-old cow Intermediate Champion
Billings Action Sassy 1st Junior 3-yr.-old cow Reserve Intermediate Champion
Arethusa Exciting Vanguard-ET 1st Senior yearling heifer Junior Champion
Arethusa Vida Tequila-ET 2nd Senior yearling heifer Reserve Junior Champion
Arethusa Tequila Vanna 1st Junior 2-yr.-old cow
Juniper Piedmont Rosey 1st Aged cow
2. Select Menthor Sara, Billings Farm and Museum 4-yr.-old cow (6 shown) 1. Arethusa Vixens Presto (S: Bridon Remake Comerica-ET, D: Arethusa Veronicas Vixen-ET), Arethusa Farm, res. sr. champ and res. gr. champ. 2. Cowbell Jade Celebrity, Cowbell Acres, Canton, N.Y. 5-yr.-old cow (3 shown) 1. Cowbell Redwood Charity, Cowbell Acres 2. Tierneys Maestro Lyla, B.J. Hanfield, Wells River, Vt. Aged cow (5 shown) 1. Juniper Piedmont Rosey, Lillys Lane Farm, Lebanon, Conn. 2. Tierneys Jude Lucetta, Tierney Farm
100,000 lb. cow (1 shown) 1. Billings Legion Mini Me, Billings Farm and Museum Dry cow (1 shown) 1. Billings Sultan Bryce, Billings Farm and Museum Junior best three females (2 shown) 1. Tierney Farm, Malone, N.Y. Senior best three females (4 shown) 1. Christine Sheesley Rozler, Canton, N.Y. 2. Billings Farm Best five head (5 shown) 1. Arethusa Farm 2. Billings Farm (continued to page 114)
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Big E Jersey Show (continued from page 113)
Billings Legion Mini Me 1st 100,000-lb. cow
Payneside Red Solo Cup 1st Intermediate yearling heifer
Billings Comerica Symphony 1st Intermediate heifer calf
SV Impression Hedley-ET 1st Junior heifer calf
Queen-Acres Farm P.O. Box 88, Keymar, MD 21757 James & Sharon Osborn • 410/775-2420 Deborah C. Osborn • 410/775-0558 Email: littlebrowncows@hotmail.com
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New York State Fair Junior Jersey Show
Underground Hazels Holly was named Grand Champion for Jacklyn Booth, Central Square, at the New York State Fair Junior Jersey Show on August 30, 2013. Seacord Farm Comerica Classy, shown by Ethan Dupuis, Greenwich, was named Reserve Grand Champion. Aaron Eaton, Syracuse, N.Y., judged the 51 Registered Jerseys shown in Syracuse, N.Y. Class Winners
Junior heifer calf (10 shown) Kimbra Comerica Alex, Kimberlee Marris, Cazenovia Intermediate heifer calf (6 shown) Parfour Tequila Isper, Jaycie S. Staring, Lee Center Senior heifer calf (5 shown) Kellogg-Bay Tequila Kenzi (S: Tower Vue Prime TequilaET, D: Kellogg-Bay Indiana Keri-ET), Kara K. Evans, Norwich, jr. champ. Summer yearling heifer (4 shown) Evans RCF Verbatim Java, Kara K. Evans Junior yearling heifer (3 shown) Luckyvale Tequila Aida, Kathleen Gallagher, Sangerfield. Intermediate yearling heifer (2 shown) Redsfun Tequila Addylynn (S: Tower Vue Prime TequilaET, D: Hemenway Hill Signature Adelaide), Kara K. Evans, res. jr. champ. Senior yearling heifer (1 shown) Ric De Hill Gabby Plus, Grace Elizabeth Stroud, East Bethany Junior 2-yr.-old cow (2 shown) Underground Leahs Lollipop, Jacklyn Booth, Central Square Senior 2-yr.-old cow (4 shown) Seacord Farm Virgil Juliet, Miranda Seacord, Greenwich Junior 3-yr.-old cow (4 shown) Seacord Farm Comerica Classy (S: Bridon Remake Comerica-ET, D: Seacord Farm Sultan Shania), Ethan Dupuis, Greenwich, res. sr. and res. gr. champ. Senior 3-yr.-old cow (3 shown) Underground Hazels Holly (S: Senn-Sational Paramount Ace, D: Underground Sierras Hazel), Jacklyn Booth, sr.
NOVEMber 2013
Underground Hazels Holly 1st Senior 3-yr.-old cow Senior and Grand Champion
Kellogg-Bay Tequila Kenzi 1st Senior heifer calf Junior Champion
Underground Leahs Lollipop 1st Junior 2-yr.-old cow
Redsfun Tequila Addylynn 1st Intermediate Yearling Heifer Res. Junior Champion
and gr. champ. 4-yr.-old cow (4 shown) Fortress Justice Jan, Ethan Dupuis 5-yr.-old cow (2 shown)
Havs Lovabull Watchful-P, Kylie Margaret Lehr, Canastota Dry cow, 5-yr.-old and over (1 shown) Boos Zoo Honour Sierra Mist, Brooke Andera, Allegany
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Highland Jersey Farms Donald & Joan Bolen 419/332-2773
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Margandale Jersey Farm Dale W., Robert D., and Dennis Kauffman Jenny Shumaker 330/567-2816 6967 State Route 754 Shreve, OH 44676 We are a BST free herd!
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Give Membership for a Gift that Lasts a Lifetime
Still looking for the perfect gift for the special Jersey enthusiast on your Christmas list? Membership in the American Jersey Cattle Association may be just what you are looking for. Lifetime membership costs $100, with no annual fee, and includes a package of benefits. Members are eligible for membership rates for registration, which will save $3.00 or more on each registration application. Active members (those who have either registered a Jersey or had a Jersey transferred into their ownership Page 116
within a two-year period) have voting privileges at the AJCA Annual Meeting. Most importantly, members can participate with one another, sharing ideas and experiences working together to improve the breed. Who is eligible? Anyone who owns a Registered Jersey and is interested in improving the Jersey breed can apply for membership in the AJCA. Those who do not own Jerseys but still have an interest in the breed are eligible for associate membership, also lifetime, with the $100 fee. Junior membership in the Association is offered to youth under 20 years-of-age at no cost. They may register the offspring of
Jerseys in their names at the membership rate. Juniors must now be a member to be eligible for all youth contests, scholarships and to show at The All American Jersey Show. Membership expires when the junior turns 20 years old, at which time membership of associate membership may be applied for. Surprise the Jersey person in your life with a gift that will continue to give for years to come. For more information on lifetime membership to the American Jersey Cattle Association and for membership applications, contact the AJCA office at 614/861-3636 or smack@usjersey.com. JERSEY JOURNAL
Maryland State Fair Jersey Show
• August 29, 2013, Maryland State Fairgrounds, Timonium, Md. • Mike Berry, Albany, Ore., judge • 90 head shown • Sr., Gr., and Sup. Champ. female—Stoney Point Excitation Jamie, Andy Sauder, Tremont, Ill. • Res. Sr. and Res. Gr. Champ. female—Elliotts Cosmo ActionET, Gene Iager and Kevin Ehrhardt, Baldwin • Jr. Champ. female—M-Signature Tequila Clara Marie, Gene Iager and Kevin Ehrhardt • Res. Jr. Champ. female—South Mountain Voltage Shine-ET, Ernest W. Kueffner and Terri L. Packard, Boonsboro
Stoney Point Excitation Jamie 1st Aged cow Senior and Grand Champion
M-Signature Tequila Clara Marie 1st Intermediate yearling heifer Junior Champion
Stephan Comerica Viola 1st 5-yr.-old cow
Milo Centurion Sassafrass-ET 1st 4-yr.-old cow
Say KC Dee Verbatum Lady Bug-ET 1st Senior heifer calf
South Mountain Verb Sublime-ET 1st Junior yearling heifer
Class Winners
Junior heifer calf (8 shown) 1. SV Impression Heddy-ET, Patrick Scott Youse, Ridgely 2. SV Minister Hannah-ET, Natalie J. Youse, Ridgely Intermediate heifer calf (7 shown) 1. South Mountain Voltage Shine-ET (S: Elliotts Golden Voltage-ET, D: South Mountain Santana), Ernest W. Kueffner and Terri L. Packard, Boonsboro, res. jr. champ. 2. Dream-Valley Shot of Temptation, Michael Lamar Bosley, Glenville, Pa. Senior heifer calf (8 shown) 1. Say KC Dee Verbatum Lady Bug-ET, Kenley Cook and Patrick Youse, Hartly, Del. 2. Townside Tequila Dee Lila, Ernest W. Kueffner and Terri L. Packard Summer yearling heifer (7 shown) 1. SV Sleeper Baltimore, Wayne R. Stiles, Westminster 2. Saybrook HG Velvet-ET, Patrick Scott Youse Junior yearling heifer (8 shown) 1. South Mountain Verb Sublime-ET, Ernest W. Kueffner and Terri L. Packard 2. Chilli Premier Cinema-ET, Ernest W. Kueffner, Boonsboro Intermediate yearling heifer (6 shown) 1. M-Signature Tequila Clara Marie (S: Tower Vue Prime Tequila-ET, D: Justices Dainty Marie), Gene Iager and Kevin Ehrhardt, Baldwin, jr. champ. 2. Heaths Fern Sherona, Hannah R. Hood, Union Bridge Senior yearling heifer (3 shown) 1. Elliotts Exciting Chalice-ET, Ernest W. Kueffner 2. Dream-Valley Attaboys Schnapps, Michael Lamar Bosley Milking yearling (3 shown) 1. Garhaven Iatola Dusk, Ernest W. Kueffner and Terri L. Packard 2. SV Fern Hannah, Spring Valley Farm Jerseys, Westminster Junior 2-yr.-old cow (4 shown) 1. Taylor Made Minister Farrah, Ernest W. Kueffner and Terri L. Packard 2. Crossbrook Minister Charity, Bailee, Calla and Mason Mazzaro, Williamsfield, Ohio Senior 2-yr.-old cow (11 shown) 1. Elliotts Cosmo Action-ET (S: Forest Glen Avery Action-ET, D: Arethusa Veronicas Comet-ET), Gene Iager and Kevin Ehrhardt, res. sr. and res. gr. champ. 2. Saybrook Minister Sawyer-ET, Patrick Scott Youse Junior 3-yr.-old cow (7 shown) 1. SV/Heaths Giller June, Wayne and Allen Stiles and Michael Heath, Westminster 2. Jewels Iatola Sunrise, Gene Iager and Kevin Ehrhardt Senior 3-yr.-old cow (3 shown) 1. Chilli Minister Cinnamon-ET, Kevin Ehrhardt and Michael Heath, Baldwin 2. WF Attaboy Kimmy, Todd Stiles, Clear Brook, Va. 4-yr.-old cow (5 shown) 1. Milo Centurion Sassafrass-ET, Patrick Scott Youse 2. Double Rose Minister Adele, Jesse Kline, Michael Heath and Spring Valley, Westminister 5-yr.-old cow (4 shown) 1. Stephan Comerica Viola, South Mountain Jerseys, Boonsboro
NOVEMber 2013
2. Woodmohr Indiana Rosebud, Ernest W. Kueffner and Terri L. Packard Aged cow (4 shown) 1. Stoney Point Excitation Jamie (S: Bridon Excitation, D: Cranbrook Extreme Jacqueline), Andy Sauder, Tremont, Ill., sr., gr., and sup. champ. 2. WF Attaboy Apple Pie, Laura and Kevin Jackson, Clear Brook, Va. Longtime production cow (1 shown) 1. Tiaro Remake Jazzy, Ryan Poole, Westminster Dry cow (1 shown) 1. South Haven Gov Rose, MacKenzie Poole, Westminster Junior best three females (3 shown) 1. Kueffner Jerseys and Holsteins, Boonsboro 2. Spring Valley Farm Jerseys Senior best three females (3 shown) 1. Waverly Farm, Clear Brook, Va. 2. Spring Valley Farm Jerseys Exhibitors herd (3 shown) 1. Kueffner Jerseys and Holsteins 2. Spring Valley Farm Jerseys Produce of dam (4 shown) 1. Ehrhardt Farms, Baldwin
Elliotts Exciting Chalice-ET 1st Senior yearling heifer 2. Kueffner Holsteins and Jerseys Dam and daughter (6 shown) 1. Patrick Scott Youse 2. Spring Valley Farm Jerseys
Jim and Jan VanBuskirk Ph: 734/654-6544 Jim’s Cell: 734/771-2807 Dave and Yvonne VanBuskirk and Family Ph: 734/654-0402 Dave’s Cell: 734/915-7484 Drew and Deanne Buell and Family Ph: 734/269-3059 Drew’s Cell: 734/693-1408 1110 Sigler Road, Carleton, Michigan 48117
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Western National Junior Jersey Show
Family Hill Illusion Anthem was named Grand Champion for Madison Lancaster, Ferndale, Wash., at the Western National Junior Jersey Show on September 5-6, 2013. Sunset Canyon Modem J Amity, exhibited by Valery Silva, Beaver, Ore., was named Reserve Grand Champion. Steve Borland, Ormstown, Que., judged the 63 Registered Jerseys shown in Puyallup, Wash. Class Winners
Junior heifer calf (5 shown) Red Barn Premier Sadie, Ashley McConnell, Albany, Ore. Intermediate heifer calf (4 shown) Miss Nastias Tequila Nutcracker-ET (S: Tower Vue Prime Tequila-ET, D: Family Hill Counciller Nastia), Gracie Jane Krahn, Albany, Ore., res. jr. champ. Senior heifer calf (10 shown) Claquato Verbatim Fizz-ET (S: Arethusa Verbatim Response-ET, D: Family Hill G Faith Flirt), Lauryn Young, Chehalis, Wash., jr. champ. Summer yearling heifer (4 shown) Pacific Pride Barracuda, Shelby Brown, Custer, Wash. Junior yearling heifer (9 shown) Royalty Ridge Tequila Lynna, Gracie Jane Krahn Intermediate yearling heifer (7 shown) Royalty Ridge HG Felicity-ET, Lauryn Young Senior yearling heifer (3 shown) Lady Lane Juisdiction Belair, Kalli Corrick, Albany, Ore. Milking senior yearling (2 shown) Avonlea Comerica Rhianna, Natalie Sanders, Hilmar, Calif. Junior 2-yr.-old cow (5 shown) Lucky Ones Comerica Lucky Charm, Madison Lancaster, Ferndale, Wash. Senior 2-yr.-old cow (2 shown) Sunset Canyon Aristocrat L Maid, Valery Silva, Beaver, Ore. Junior 3-yr.-old cow (3 shown) 1. Sunset Canyon Modem J Amity (S: Sunset Canyon
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Red Barn Premier Sadie 1st Junior heifer calf
Modem, D: Sunset Canyon Jacinto Per Amity-ET), Valery Silva, total performance cow, int. and res. gr. champ. 2. Den-Jo Celebrity Flo (S: Galaxies Celebrity-ET, D: Den Jo Sambo Flower), Nicole Sanders, Hilmar, Calif., res. int. champ. Senior 3-yr.-old cow (1 shown) Schmidlkofer T-Bone Maple, Gerritt, Schmidlkofer, Forest Grove, Ore. 4-yr.-old cow (4 shown) SV Heaths Rachel Alexandra, Natalie Sanders 5-yr.-old cow (1 shown) Select PHS Madelina-ET (S: Pine Haven Senior, D: Select–Scott Salty Maybell-ET), Rebecca Sanders, Hilmar, Calif., res. sr. champ. Aged cow (3 shown) Family Hill Illusion Anthem (S: Sunset Canyon Anth Illusion-ET, D: Cottonwood Remake Angelina), Madison Lancaster, best bred and owned, sr. and gr. champ. Beginner showmanship (11 shown) Lauryn Young Junior showmanship (6 shown) Gracie Rose Krahn Intermediate showmanship (3 shown) Mandy Lagerway, Bellingham, Wash. Senior showmanship (12 shown) Jacqueline Kisst, Ripon, Calif.
JERSEY JOURNAL
Wisconsin State Junior Jersey Show
Norse Star Tequlia Shotski was named Grand Champion for Grant Fremstad, Westby, at the Wisconsin State Junior Jersey Show on August 14, 2013. Pennwood Hired Gun Polka Dot was named Reserve Grand Champion for Chase Oehmichen, Abbotsford. Kaila Wussow, Cecil, was awarded the Diane Barlass Memorial Award for the highest placing junior exhibitor in the futurity with her entry, Milk-N-Mor-WJM Connect Vivian-ET. Walter Owens, Frederic, Wis., judged the 42 Registered Jerseys shown in Marshfield, Wis.
Ryans Louie Polly 1st Junior heifer calf Junior Champion
Meadowridge Bart Betsy 1st Intermediate heifer calf
Class Winners
Junior heifer calf (5 shown) Ryans Louie Polly (S: Partee at Budjon Jade Louie-ET, D: Ryans FPH Peyton), Janelle Remington, Juneau, jr. champ. Best bred and owned-JTL Musketeer Tremendous, Jacob Leum, Viroqua, 2nd in class Intermediate heifer calf (6 shown) Meadowridge Bart Betsy, Alleah Anderson, Cumberland Best bred and owned-JTL Ultimate Jade, Jacob Leum, 4th in class Senior heifer calf (6 shown) Meadowridge Vendetta Pinto (S: Arethusa Primetime Vendetta-ET, D: Meadowridge Connection Pinn), Alleah Anderson, res. jr. champ. Best bred and owned-Smokin Hot License to Thrill, Austin T. Nauman, Norwalk, 4th in class Summer yearling heifer (4 shown) Avon Road Getaway Ellie, Iris Quinlan, Alma Center, Wis. Junior yearling heifer (3 shown) Kailas Tequila Felicia, Kaila Wussow, Cecil, best bred and owned Intermediate yearling heifer (6 shown) Buckland Tequila Lexicon, Skyler Strandberg, Alma Center Best bred and owned-Smokin Hot Rendition Letitia, Austin T. Nauman, 2nd in class Senior yearling heifer (1 shown) Gil-Bar RM Coffee, Janelle Renee Remington, Juneau Milking yearling (1 shown) Select Salty Cocochanel, Skyler Strandberg Junior 2-yr.-old cow (4 shown) Milk-N-More Barracuda Gidget, Colin Wussow, Cecil Senior 2-yr.-old cow (2 shown) Random Luck K Juliet, Grant Fremstad, Westby
NOVEMber 2013
President:
Junior 3-yr.-old cow (1 shown) Norse Star Tequila Shotski (S: Tower Vue Prime TequilaET, D: Celestial Iatola Silhouette), Grant Fremstad, best bred and owned, sr. and gr. champ. Senior 3-yr.-old cow (2 shown) Milk-N-More-WJM Connect Vivian-ET, Kaila Wussow, best bred and owned 4-yr.-old cow (1 shown) Pennwood Hired Gun Polka Dot (S: SV Jade Hired GunET, D: Pennwood Saber Patches), Chase Oehmichen, Abbotsford, res. sr. and res. gr. champ. Showmanship, 8-yrs. and younger (6 shown) Alane Artac, Greenwood Showmanship, 9-11 years old (4 shown) Alleah Anderson Showmanship, 11-15 years old (10 shown) Karilin Artac, Greenwood Showmanship, 16-20 years old (2 shown) Janelle Remington
Avon Road Getaway Ellie 1st Summer yearling heifer
Gary Miller 814/398-2422
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West Virginia State Fair Jersey Show
• August 17, 2013, West Virginia State Fairgrounds, Fairlea, W. Va. • Kelly Meyers Zepp, New Windsor, Md., judge • 36 head shown • Sr. and Gr. Champ. female—Miss Aphrodite of Greystone, Christopher S. Daniel, Martinsburg • Res. Sr. and Res. Gr. Champ. female—Cherub Pete, Major K. and Lucile A. Bond, Hickory, N.C. • Jr. Champ. female—Tudor Hall Gammon Server, Page Grantham Moore, Kearneysville • Res. Jr. Champ. female—WF Granger Grace-P, Hannah Carper, Hedgesville • Premier Breeder and Premier Exhibitor—Major K. and Lucile A. Bond, Cherub Jerseys Class Winners
Junior heifer calf (4 shown) 1. Fame AJ of Greystone, Jenna G. Daniel, Martinsburg 2. Kel-Helm Dimension Mazy, Rachel Doss, Crawley Intermediate heifer calf (3 shown) 1. WF Granger Grace-P (S: WF Renegade Granger-P, D: WF Lencrest Geneva), Hannah Carper, Hedgesville, res. jr. champ. 2. Tudor Hall Comerica Habanero, Grace Kathryn Moore, Hedgesville Senior heifer calf (4 shown) 1. Cherub Tequila Katydid, Major K. and Lucile A. Bond, Hickory, N.C. 2. Minister Blessing of Greystone, Christopher S. Daniel, Martinsburg Summer yearling heifer (2 shown) 1. Happy Trails BRTH Violet, Bryn and Amon Grantham, Kearneysville Junior yearling heifer (8 shown) 1. Cherub Meghan Tracy, Major K. and Lucile A. Bond 2. Tudor Hall Reagan Rota, Page Grantham Moore, Kearneysville Senior yearling heifer (2 shown) 1. Tudor Hall Gammon Server (S: Rapid Bay GammonET, D: Tudor Hall Action Memorial), Page Grantham Moore, jr. champ. Uncalved junior 2-yr.-old cow (2 shown) 1. PFOD Headline Angie 875, Perk Farm Organic Dairy, Frankford Junior 2-yr.-old cow (3 shown) 1. Cherub Pete (S: Maack Dairy Eclipes-P-ET, D: Cherub Holly Berry), Major K. and Lucile A. Bond, res. sr. and res. gr. champ. 2. Natalie T of Greystone, Scott Daniel, Shenandoah Junction Senior 2-yr.-old cow (1 shown) 1. Minister Felicia of Greystone, Jenna G. Daniel Junior 3-yr.-old cow (1 shown) 1. Schultz Monzoni Heather, John Yates III, Meadow Bridge
Senior 3-yr.-old cow (1 shown) 1. Miss Aphrodite of Greystone (S: Bridon Remake Comerica, D: Ridge Land Signature Artemis), Christopher S. Daniel, sr. and gr. champ. 4-yr.-old cow (3 shown) 1. Maple Bottom Governor Deedee, Jessica Rae Midcap, Moundsville 2. Cherub Holly Ivy, Major K. and Lucile A. Bond Aged cow (2 shown) 1. Cherub Holly Berry, Major K. and Lucile A. Bond Junior best three females (4 shown) 1. Page Grantham Moore 2. Major K. and Lucile A. Bond Breeder’s herd (3 shown) 1. Major and Lucile Bond 2. Greystone Jerseys Dairy herd (1 shown) 1. Major and Lucile Bond
Orthridge Cow Named Wisconsin Cow of the Year During the International Jersey Show in Madison, Wis., Ambition Hercules Jordan was honored as the 2013 Wisconsin Cow of the Year. “Jordan,” owned by Derek Orth of Lancaster, Wis., was recognized during a ceremony before the four-year-old cows entered the ring on October 2. “Congratulations to Orthridge Jerseys on developing this exceptional Jersey cow, who has a strong record of milk production and excellent genetics,” said Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection Secretary Ben Brancel. “The future of Wisconsin’s dairy industry is very bright with dedicated dairy farm families like the Orths and quality cattle like Ambition Hercules Jordan.” “Jordan” was bred by Amber Elliott, Marshall, Wis., and was purchased by Orth in 2007 as a heifer to add to his family’s growing herd. Elliott had purchased the dam of “Jordan” from Owens Farm, Inc., Frederic, where this cow line had been bred by the Owens family for a dozen generations, dating back to the early 1950s. She has continued to increase production and climb in appraisal score each year. Through the completion of her most recent lactation she has a lifetime production of more than 130,000 lbs. of milk and is appraised Excellent-94%. In her most recent lactation, begun at age 7 years, 1month, “Jordan” produced 28,080 lbs. of milk, 1,410 lbs. of fat and 992 lbs. of protein in 305 days on 3x daily milking.
Ambition Hercules Jordan was recognized as the 2013 Wisconsin Cow of the Year at the International Jersey Show. Pictured with the Orth family and “Jordan” are Scott Bentley, CEO of World Dairy Expo (WDE); Mike Holschbach, President of WDE Board; Amber Elliott, breeder of “Jordan;” Randy and Laura Orth, Charisse Orth on the halter; Chris Sorenson, AJCA President; Derek Orth with the Governor’s Proclamation; Don Meilke, representing the WJBA Board of Directors; Ben Brancel, Secretary of the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade & Consumer Protection; and Kristin Olson, the 66th Alice in Dairyland.
The Orth family is currently flushing “Jordan” so they can maximize genetic transmitting ability. She currently has 18 daughters and six maternal granddaughters with more ET calves born in September 2013. Her son, Orthridge Jenga, is at Semex. “Jordan” was fresh in October 2013 to begin her seventh lactation. Ambition Hercules Jordan was selected as the 2013 Cow of the Year according to a succession plan determined by the Wisconsin Purebred Dairy Cattle Association to honor the seven major dairy breeds. The Wisconsin Jersey Breeders Association (WJBA) chose Ambition Hercules Jordan for this recognition to represent the Jersey breed. “The WJBA is proud to announce Ambition Hercules Jordan as their choice for Cow of the Year,” said Donna Phillips Stock, President of the WJBA. “Jordan is the epitome of the best of the Jersey breed combining high productions, genetics, and type. Jordan is a true Wisconsin cow, with her lineage tracing back through several well-known Wisconsin Jersey farms on both her maternal and paternal sides.”
Miss Aphrodite of Greystone 1st Senior 3-yr.-old cow Grand Champion
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Kansas State Fair Jersey Show
• September 9, 2013, Kansas State Fairgrounds, Hutchinson, Kan. • Ted DeMent, Kenney, Ill., judge • 42 head shown • Sr. and Gr. Champ. female— Ratliff Minister Porscha-ET, Ron and Christy Ratliff, Garnett • Int. and Res. Gr. Champ. female— Ratliff Sambo Dream-ET, Ron and Christy Ratliff • Res. Sr. Champ. female—Ro-Mac Nathan Dottie Donna, Roger C. Murphy, Udall • Res. Int. Champ. female—Ratliff Action Addie-ET, Ron and Christy Ratliff • Jr. Champ. female—Ratliff Tequila Avelanche, Ron and Christy Ratliff • Res. Jr. Champ. female—Ratliff Impression Aftershock-ET, Ron and Christy Ratliff Class Winners
Junior heifer calf (5 shown) 1. Ratliff Denver Allure, Ron and Christy Ratliff, Garnett 2. LC Valentino Clover, Jacob and Anna Hahn, Linwood Intermediate heifer calf (4 shown) 1. Ratliff Impression Aftershock-ET (S: Rock Ella Impression-ET, D: Ratliff Price Alicia), Ron and Christy Ratliff, res. jr. champ. 2. Esteford Colton Angel, M. Jerrett Bray, Lawrence
NOVEMber 2013
Ratliff Sambo Dream-ET 1st Senior 3-yr.-old cow Intermediate and Res. Grand Champion
Iota Comerica Patricia-ET 1st Junior 3-yr.-old cow
Senior heifer calf (4 shown) 1. Ratliff Tequila Avelanche-ET (S: Tower Vue Prime Tequila-ET, D: Ratliff Price Alicia), Ron and Christy Ratliff, jr. champ. 2. Ro-Mac Imp Laurel, Rebecca Henderson, Udall Junior yearling heifer (3 shown) 1. G5 Farm O Rya, Corbin Gauthier, El Dorado 2. Lolling Action Aggie, Lolling Jersey Farm, McPherson Winter yearling heifer (4 shown) 1. Ratliff Tequila Masquerade, Christy Ratliff, Garnett 2. LC Governor Ginger, Jacob and Anna Hahn Senior yearling heifer (1 shown) 1. Peter Dynamite of JCB, Jessica Hanson, Ulysses Junior 2-yr.-old cow (4 shown) 1. Ratliff Action Addie-ET (S: Forest Glen Avery ActionET, D: Bridon Ethan Almond), Ron and Christy Ratliff, res. int. champ. 2. Ratliff Action Margarita-ET, Christy Ratliff Senior 2-yr.-old cow (7 shown) 1. Ratliff Action Angel, Ron and Christy Ratliff 2. Ratliff Dually Paris, Christy Ratliff Junior 3-yr.-old cow (2 shown) 1. Iota Comerica Patricia-ET, Ron and Christy Ratliff and Diane Ossenkop, Garnett
Senior 3-yr.-old cow (5 shown) 1. Ratliff Sambo Dream-ET (S: Lester Sambo, D: Arethusa Primetime Déjà Vu-ET), Ron and Christy Ratliff, int. champ. and res. gr. champ. 2. Forest Glen Abe Nut, Rick and Cindy Jensen, Neodesha 4-yr.-old cow (3 shown) 1. Ratliff Minister Porscha-ET (S: Select-Scott MinisterET, D: Ratliff Mister T Patches), Christy Ratliff, sr. and gr. champ. 2. Ro-Mac Nathan Dottie Donna (S: Heartland Nathan Dottie 1312-ET, D: Ro-Mac Juniors Judith II), Roger C. Murphy, Udall
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Young sire programs have gained visibility in recent years. Today, nearly half of all animals registered by the American Jersey Cattle Association (AJCA) are sired by genomic evaluated young sires. To promote breed progress, the AJCA board recently upped its recommendations for young sire usage and now urges Jersey owners make a minimum of 80% of all matings to a group of genotyped young bulls enrolled in progeny test programs. One way Jersey breeders can become involved with an organized young sire sampling effort is to join the five regional young sire sampling groups administered by the AJCA. Jersey breeder members select and prove bulls through these groups, the first of which was organized in 1985. Membership in the groups is free to herds enrolled in REAP, the AJCA’s bundle of core services. Members not only have opportunity to sample young bulls of high genetic merit, but may also receive royalties generated by milking daughters of bulls proven through the program. In this month’s Jersey Jargon, we’ll take a look at the five regional young sire proving groups and let you know how you can benefit from participation. Regional Young Sire Groups Today, more than 400 Jersey breeders across the country belong to the five regional young sire sampling groups— Dairyland Jersey Sires Inc., Dixieland Jersey Sires Inc., Great Western Jersey Sires Inc., Liberty Jersey Sires Inc. and New England Jersey Sires Inc. Membership is not limited to one group; Jersey breeders can belong to as many regional young sire sampling groups as desired. The regional young sire sampling groups were established to increase the number of superior young bulls that were available to Jersey breeders and give Jersey breeders themselves a greater say in which young bulls were selected for sampling. A sire selection committee for each group is responsible for determining which bulls will be sampled. Bulls are selected primarily based on pedigrees and genomic evaluations, but may also be contract matings to a particular cow or heifer. The group then arranges with an A.I. organization to collect, process and store semen from the bulls and distribute it to members. Bulls are cooperatively sampled and proven by members of the group. Members are required to register daughters with the Page 122
AJCA, place the herd on an official DHIA or DHIR production testing program and participate in the linear type traits appraisal program, so bulls can receive a proof. Semen from the unproven bulls is initially allocated based on herd size or the amount requested by the Jersey breeder when he or she joins the program. Generally speaking, semen is distributed at the rate of five units per bull for herds with 100 or fewer cows and at least 10 units per bull for larger herds. However, members have the opportunity to review pedigrees and decide on a bull-by-bull basis how much semen to order if they prefer that option. Royalties By participating in the regional young sire sampling groups, Jersey breeders can get first-crop daughters of some of the breed’s best bulls. Some of the active A.I. bulls that have come through the program in recent years include PR Oomsdale Jace Gratude Gannon-ET, O.F. Barber Rocket, Sil-Mist Montana Blair 3753-ET, Wilsonview Khan Morgan-ET, Rock Maple Brook Mannix, SR Impuls Stone-ET, Forest Glen VD Jades Jimmie-ET, Calamitys Action Campbell-ET and PR Oomsdale Rocket Goose-ET. Another benefit to participating in the regional sampling groups is the potential for royalties. Proceeds from the sale or lease of a successfully proven bull become the income of the regional young sire group that sampled the bull and are returned as dividends to eligible participating members. Over the years, the rate of return to active A.I. for bulls sampled through the regional young sire groups rivals that of A.I. organizations. To date, 345 bulls have been sampled by the groups; 276 have been proven. Sixty-six of them have been returned to active A.I. service. Liberty Jersey Sires and Dixieland Jersey Sires have led the way, with 26 and 23 active A.I. bulls, respectively. Members qualify for dividends primarily by owning milking daughters that contribute to the young sire’s proof. Nearly $1.8 million in royalties has been paid to members to date, with $46,605 in royalties paid in 2013. Royalties have reached as high as $1,800 per milking daughter. How Do I Become Involved? While the business of young sire sampling has changed, Jersey breeders can still maintain the resources by participating in the regional young sire sampling groups. For more information on joining, contact Cari Wolfe, Director of Research and Genetic Program Development by calling 614/322-4453 or emailing cwolfe@usjersey.com. JERSEY JOURNAL
In Memoriam John Maurice Palmer John Maurice Palmer, Cornish, Maine, 77, passed away on October 19, 2013, after a short illness. He was born in Portland, Maine, on June 2, 1936, the son of Maurice G. and Elizabeth W. Syphers Palmer. He graduated from Fryeburg Academy, where he also served as president of the local FFA chapter. Palmer received a degree in animal husbandry from the University of Maine in Orono in 1957 and was a member of the Alpha Gamma Rho fraternity. He married Allaire Pike on June 30, 1957, and became an integral part of Highland Farms Inc., which was established by Allaire’s great-grandfather and his two sons. Highland Farms is recognized as the oldest Registered Jersey herd in the country, dating to 1886. John managed the herd for more than four decades and became a stockholder in Highland Farms when it was incorporated in 1962. John and Allaire officially retired from the farm in 1998. Today Highland Farms is owned by the couple’s daughter, Libby Bleakney, and son, Daniel, and their nephew, David W. Pike, and niece, Lorie L. Pike. Highland Farms Inc. sent numerous bulls to A.I., including two of the seven bulls to be recognized with a special issue of the Jersey Journal, Highland Magic Duncan and Highland Duncan Lester. For their work in cattle breeding, the family received the Master Breeder Award from
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the American Jersey Cattle Association (AJCA) in 1987 and the Distinguished Dairy Cattle Breeder Award from National Dairy Shrine in 1995. Palmer gave much of his time in service to the dairy industry and his local community. He was a director of the American Jersey Cattle Club (predecessor of the AJCA) from 1991-1997 and was elected by the board to serve as vice president in 1994. He also chaired the finance and performance committees and was an advisor for the investment committee. He received the organization’s Distinguished Service Award in 2012, the same year Highland Farms Inc. was a host farm for tours held in conjunction with the annual meetings of the national Jersey organizations in New England. Highland Farms Inc. also hosted a tour of the farm during the annual meetings held in Portland in 1988 and was a stop on the post-convention tour of the World Jersey Cattle Bureau in 2009. Palmer was president and director for both the New England Jersey Breeders Association and the Maine Jersey Cattle Club. He sat on the sire committee for Eastern A.I. Cooperative for 15 years, served on Agri-Mark’s legislative committee and was involved with Farm Bureau and the Dairy Herd Improvement Association on the local and state levels. He was especially active in lobbying efforts for dairy farming, land conservation and milk marketing issues and knew his state and federal legislators on a first-name basis. Palmer supervised the county soil and
water conservation district for 18 years, six years as chair. He sat on the planning board for the town of Cornish for 15 years and also was a town selectman for seven years. He was a 45-year trustee for the Cornish United Church of Christ and served many years as director for the Riverside Cemetery Association. In his spare time, Palmer enjoyed hunting and fishing and spending time at his camp at Barker Pond. Above all, he enjoyed spending time with family. He is survived by his mother; wife of 56 years, Allaire; daughter, Libby Palmer (Russell) Bleakney of Cornish; son, Daniel Maurice (Terria) Palmer of Cornish; two grandsons; two granddaughters; two great-grandchildren; three nieces; four nephews; and several grandnieces and grandnephews. He was preceded in death by his father and a sister, Dr. Patricia Pine. Memorials may be made to the Cornish United Church of Christ, P.O. Box 235, Cornish, ME 04020, the Bonney Memorial Library, P.O. Box 857, Cornish, ME 04020, or the Sacopee Rescue, P.O. Box 367, Parsonsfield, ME 04047. Memorials made in his name and sent to the AJCA at 6486 East Main Street, Reynoldsburg, OH 43068, will be donated to the AJCC Research Foundation.
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NOV. 9—CANADIAN NATIONAL JERSEY SHOW, Royal Agricultural Winter Fair, Toronto, Ont.; cows; 9:00 a.m.; Barclay Phoenix, Uxbridge, Ont., judge. NOV. 9—THE ALL AMERICAN JUNIOR JERSEY SHOW, Kentucky Exposition Center, Louisville, Ky.; 8:00 a.m.; Eric Topp, Botkins, Ohio, judge; Craig Padgett, Waynesburg, Ky., consultant. NOV. 10—NATIONAL JERSEY JUG FUTURITY, Kentucky Exposition Center, Louisville, Ky.; 1:00 p.m.; Chuck Luchsinger, Syracuse, N.Y., judge; Kelli Cull, Lomira, Wis., consultant. NOV. 11—THE ALL AMERICAN JERSEY SHOW, Kentucky Fair and Exposition Center, Louisville, Ky.; 7:30 a.m.; Chris Lahmers, Marysville, Ohio, judge; Mike Berry, Albany, Ore., consultant. JAN. 10—PENNSYLVANIA FARM SHOW JERSEY SHOW, Farm Show Complex and Expo Center, Harrisburg, Pa.; 11:00 a.m. JAN. 20—SOUTHWESTERN EXPOSITION AND LIVESTOCK JERSEY SHOW, Cattle Arena, Fort Worth Texas; 12:00 p.m. JAN. 21—SOUTHWESTERN EXPOSITION AND LIVESTOCK JUNIOR JERSEY SHOW, Cattle Arena, Fort Worth, Texas; 8:00 a.m.
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