26 minute read
National Holstein Convention Award Winners
Wisconsin Holstein members had another exciting National Convention with major award winners for the adults and juniors. Attendees enjoyed the many tour options offered by the Minnesota Holstein Associations in the Sioux Falls, SD area.
Junior contests were held early in the week and Wisconsin had several youth in the Speaking and Dairy Jeopardy contests. Alison Gartman of Sheboygan County excelled in both - taking home first place in the junior Dairy Jeopardy contest and second in the junior Speaking contest. Both of the Wisconsin dairy bowl teams placed fifth in their division and the Brown County juniors were also recognized with the Sportsmanship Award.
Advertisement
Receiving National Young Distinguished Junior Member awards were Logan Harbaugh and Elizabeth Gunst. Hannah Hockerman, Elise Bleck, Mac McCullough and Matthew Gunst were National Distinguished Junior Member semi-finalists, with Hockerman, Gunst and McCullough being selected as DJM Finalists.
At the Holstein USA annual meeting, Wisconsin’s Herds of Excellence were recognized. Other special awards were Budjon Farms with the Star of the Breed winner, Blondin Goldwyn Subliminal-ETS, Sandy Valley Farms being named Elite Breeder, and Mitch Kappelman recognized as Distinguished Young Breeder. Bob Webb was re-elected to a second term representing Region 5 on the Holstein USA board of directors.
Corey Geiger completed his term as HA USA President. Thank you to Corey for your years of service on the board.
Thank you to the Minnesota Holstein Association for hosting a great convention!
Sandy Valley Farms recognized with Elite Breeder Award
Perhaps one of the greatest compliments a Registered Holstein breeder can receive is seeing genetics from their herd be successful in other operations. The Bauer brothers of Sandy-Valley Farms in Scandinavia have accomplished this, and much more, through their wide-reaching breeding program.
The Registered Holstein® herd at Sandy-Valley Farms has achieved the sought-after balance of cattle with great production, desirable type and high genomic value. Their herd’s elite genetics have worked not only at Sandy-Valley Farms, but also in barns across the nation and throughout the world.
The Bauer family’s commitment to breeding top-notch Registered Holsteins has gained them much respect from fellow breeders. Although they are no longer farming, the positive contributions Sandy-Valley genetics have had on the Holstein breed will leave a lasting influence for years to come. Starting with a vision
The Bauer brothers first became involved with Registered Holsteins when they began farming with their parents, Frank Sr. and Patricia.
“Our parents had a herd of grade Holsteins,” Greg recalled. “They were good cattle, but soon after my brothers – David, Frank Jr. and Patrick - bought the farm, the decision was made to try to work with the best. We began to study pedigrees in an attempt to identify some of the great cow families in the Holstein breed.”
Sandy-Valley invested in their first high-end female in 1988. They purchased a Bell Rex yearling heifer from Plushanski farms at a 21st Century Genetics sale. They lost the heifer shortly after she calved, but this disappointment didn’t impede their efforts to work with the best in Holstein genetics.
This strategy laid the groundwork for Sandy-Valley’s success. They flushed their high-end animals and used the rest of the herd as embryo recipients. When choosing sires they focused on udders, feet and legs, and milk yield with reasonable components. As more information became available in the industry on health traits, somatic cell and fertility also became important foci.
The brothers’ determination to improve the quality of their herd resulted in a uniform group of cows with flawless udders, sound feet and legs, and solid production. “Our goal was to breed a cow the commercial dairyman could respect and the type-oriented breeder could admire,” Greg stated. “We wanted to breed a balanced animal that fit the true type Holstein model.”
The brothers worked in unison to achieve their goals. While all worked together in general farm management and activities; each brother maintained a specific expertise. David and Patrick managed the milking herd. Frank oversaw farm projects. Greg handled genetics and marketing. Fieldwork was shared. As with most family farms the brothers’ wives, children, and children’s spouses played an integral part
HA USA CEO John Mayer (left) and President Jonathan Lamb (right) present the Elite Breeder Award to the Bauer family from Sandy Valley Farms - Greg and Kathy, Frank Jr. and Ruth, Tammy and Patrick. photo courtesy of HA USA National YDJM and DJM recipients: l to r - Hannah Hockerman, Logan Harbaugh, Elise Bleck, Matthew Gunst, Elizabeth Gunst and Mac McCullough
in the daily operations. Stand out cow families
The family’s commitment to breeding and marketing high-quality genetics led to much success for Sandy-Valley Farms over the years.
Sandy-Valley Farms bred an impressive 107 Dams of Merit, 106 Gold Medal Dams, including 46 cows receiving both distinctions. They also bred 10 Gold Medal Sires and a total of 186 Excellent females and males. In 2019, Holstein International recognized them as number six on the “25 Most Influential Breeders of the Last 25 Years” list, as selected by their readers.
The Sandy-Valley herd became known for their uniform group of cows with strong production and impeccable udders. However, there were four cow families that made a mark for the Bauer brothers.
Sandy-Valley Plane Sapphire was the dam of two high-performing bulls, Sandy-Valley Saloon-ET and Sandy-Valley Sterling-ET. Saloon was a number one TPI proven sire, and Sterling ranked as high as number three on the proven sire list. The star of the Sapphire family was Sandy-Valley Rubicon Eternity. She held the title as the number one TPI cow for two runs and produced many high genomic calves for SandyValley Farms.
They also enjoyed working with the Rudy Missy family. The brothers especially admired Sandy-Valley Uno Paradise EX-94 for her conformation and extreme components, producing records over 4% protein and 6% butterfat on a number of lactations. Paradise was also the dam of Sandy-Valley J Pharo-ET, a strong type bull.
The Cosmopolitan family was another that performed well at SandyValley. The brothers described cows from this family to be strong, longlasting cattle with uniformly great udders.
Greg says the headline cow of the Cosmo family at Sandy-Valley was called Cokisncream. “A Silver daughter from an EX-90 Supersire, Cokisncream scored EX-93, EX(94)MS and is dam of Sandy-Valley Challenger. Challenger ranked as high as number seven on the TPI proven sire list and is transmitting outstanding udders.”
Rounding out the quartet of stand-out cow families was the Barbie family. Greg recalled that these cattle were “beautifully framed and highly marketable.”
Perhaps the most influential Sandy-Valley bull was Sandy-Valley Bolton-ET whose daughters were known for extreme milk yield, good type, and docile temperaments. Bolton was from a unique sire stack, and Greg noted that “he is a great example of what can result when a complimentary mating works like you hope it will.” Like Saloon, Bolton is a former number one TPI proven sire. Long-lasting influence
The Registered Holstein cow remained central to the progress at Sandy-Valley Farms. In addition to helping keep the farm profitable, they provided the family a spark of enthusiasm and excitement.
Early in their dairy farming careers, the Bauer brothers formed a vision for their family’s farm and worked with integrity, persistence, and curiosity to achieve their dreams. It was the dedication and effort of the Bauer family and those they worked with, combined with the genetics and marketability of U.S. Registered Holsteins, that made them successful.
The Bauer brothers and the incredible genetics of the SandyValley herd are a true example of what is possible with a little grit, determination, and finding joy in the journey along the way. They’ll tell you while breeding a great one was always satisfying, the little moments along the way can be just as fulfilling.
Such fulfillment was seen in promoting family-focused effort in the role of dairy farming in America and working to elevate the value of the Holstein breed in the dairy industry in America and abroad.
The Bauer brothers and family are proud of the accomplishments they have made through the years and are thankful to all those who
Mitch Kappelman named Distinguished Young Breeder
On a spring day in eastern Wisconsin, Mitch Kappelman pulls on a sweatshirt and breathes in the brisk early-morning air. With a broad smile, he walks through the center alley of the freestall barn as a group of cows file back in after morning milking.
Located just four miles from Lake Michigan, his family’s Meadow Brook Farms near Manitowoc is in an ideal region for dairy production. Cooler summer temperatures and warmer days in the winter help keep animals comfortable and productive, along with dedicated management and care.
It’s a lifestyle that runs deep within Mitch’s family ancestry. The farm was established more than 150 years ago with a few cows, and rows and rows of potatoes. Today, Mitch is the fifth generation to farm on the family’s land.
From a young age, he knew he wanted to be involved in the dairy industry — and now, he is living out that dream as he manages the herd at Meadow Brook Farms. Because of his enthusiasm for dairy farming and the Registered Holstein® cow, Holstein Association USA proudly honored Mitch with the 2022 Distinguished Young Holstein Breeder award. Finding his way
Through the years, Mitch says his passion for agriculture was ignited through the National Junior Holstein Association. Competing at shows and popular events like Dairy Bowl and Dairy Jeopardy, he made lifelong friends and connections.
After graduating with a dairy science degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 2013, Mitch worked as a herd analyst for Accelerated Genetics. After a couple of years, his passion led him back home to the farm.
“I loved the genetics side of things and working with other farmers, but there’s nothing like working with your own cows,” he says. Today, he is involved in all of the day-to-day activities at Meadow Brook Farms, caring for the herd of Registered Holsteins and a team of 11 employees.
“My biggest priorities are employees and cow health,” Mitch says. “I’m constantly going through and making sure everybody is healthy,
Mitch Kappelman received the Distinguished Young Holstein Breeder award from HA USA CEO John Mayer (left) and President Jonathan Lamb (right) at the National Holstein
employees and cows, to keep everything running smoothly.”
They milk around 425 cows, three times a day, in a double-nine parallel parlor. The rolling herd average is just over 30,000 pounds of milk, with 1,230 pounds of fat and 927 pounds of protein. Since their milk is eventually marketed as cheese, high components are key. They are currently at 4.1% fat and 3.1% protein, and look to continue raising the bar in the next five years.
Mitch also takes pride in maintaining a low somatic cell count (SCC), and the farm consistently has a SCC between 49,000 to 70,000. Meadow Brook Farms was recognized for their low SCC with a Milk Quality Award from Land O’Lakes in 2021. The farm also has a beef-on-dairy program and sells meat locally.
Mitch says a big part of his breeding philosophy is always striving for new genetic goals, while never losing sight of what keeps the herd grounded — keeping cows healthy and comfortable. Together, these practices lead to productive, long-lasting cows.
“The key to having success is setting your genetic ceiling high,” he says. “The majority of our herd is commercial. We’re looking for productive cows with strength, great health traits, with DPR and great components. I want cows that last forever.” Harnessing technology
Mitch relies on several programs from Holstein Association USA to keep the herd moving forward, from registration to classification, and TriStar to genomic testing.
With a mind that enjoys crunching the numbers, Mitch used his experience evaluating sires to create his own weighted index for the herd at Meadow Brook Farms. Coined “Mitch Match,” he uses a Microsoft Excel spreadsheet to analyze numbers to benefit each individual cow.
Mitch says they also use the genomic data management tool, Enlight, from Zoetis, to stay up-to-date on herd genetics. Tools like this allow them to do more, with less.
After returning home to the farm, Mitch implemented the CowManager activity system, which he credits to helping him reduce their labor force and double the herd’s pregnancy rate. The attention to detail, both for cow care and breeding decisions, is paying off.
Meadow Brook Farms has been recognized with the Progressive Genetics Herd award for the past seven years, and they ranked within the top 25 BAA herds for their size in 2021. They’ve had seven Gold Medal Dams and 19 cows with lifetime milk production greater than 200,000 pounds.
At the end of the day, Mitch says he simply loves being with the cows, just as his family has done for generations before him. “I enjoy working with the cows. That is clearly my favorite part,” he says. “Seeing baby calves born, seeing a new heifer freshen, is exciting. And it’s exciting seeing them develop. Because I remember breeding her. I remember the granddam. I remember all of these things.” New horizons
As inventive as he is entrepreneurial, there’s much more in store for the 2022 Distinguished Young Holstein Breeder. Always eager for more knowledge, Mitch was part of class 10 of the Young Dairy Leaders Institute (YDLI), following in his parent’s footsteps. His dad and mom were in class one and two, respectively.
He has remained involved in the Manitowoc County Holstein Association, serving six years on the board of directors, including a term as president. In 2018, he organized the first Breeder’s Cup event in his home county. He was also chair for the 2019 Wisconsin Adult Holstein Convention.
In August, Mitch will marry his fiancée, McKenzie Beattie, and the couple looks forward to raising their family on the farm. He says receiving the Distinguished Young Holstein Breeder Award motivates him to keep moving forward.
Elite Breeder and Distinguished Young Breeder articles courtesy of HA USA
WHA seeks Director of Marketing & Membership
The Wisconsin Holstein Association is looking for a dairy enthusiast to fill the role of Director of Marketing and Membership. This position manages the association’s membership database and will be responsible for developing and executing social media campaigns and sponsorship programs. Additional details can be found at wisholsteins.com Salary or Hourly: Full-time salary OR part-time hourly, depending on the candidate Reports to: Executive Director Location: based in Baraboo, WI with some remote work possible Major Duties & Responsibilities:
• Maintain and update membership database to ensure accurate member information is recorded and provide necessary membership reports • Coordinate WHA sponsorship efforts to include maintaining current sponsor relationships and assist in recruiting new sponsors. • Develop and execute social media marketing plan with the goal of creating a stronger brand for the WHA and its members. • Assist in event planning of conventions, shows, meetings, all of which may involve travel and attendance at after-hours functions to assist the staff for set-up and tear down at events. • Identify guest speakers, arrange for appearances, and assist with exhibits to build awareness and enhance the brand of Wisconsin Holstein. • Lead the Wisconsin Holstein Royalty program and serve as a mentor for the youth involved. • Travel and attendance at events, some after hours, will be required in order to promote the Association and build strong relationships with members and partners. • Provide excellent customer service to members by answering questions, filling requests and mailing necessary materials in a timely manner. Preferred Knowledge and Skills: • Excellent communication, organization and time-management skills. • Strong oral and written communication skills with experience interacting with members or customers directly. • Understanding of current social media tools and trends • Ability to handle multiple tasks at one time with strong prioritization skills. • Flexibility to adapt to deadlines and is a self-starter once briefed on a project. • Strong knowledge of PC operating systems as well as experience in Microsoft Office, Access database management, and general office equipment. Education and Experience: • A BS or BA degree in a related field or equivalent experience. • 3-5 years of communications or customer service experience preferred. • Dairy industry experience preferred. Send your resume, cover letter and two letters of reference by Sept. 1, 2022 to: WI Holstein Association, 902 8th Ave., Baraboo, WI 53913; or email lauraw@wisholsteins.com. Please call 1.800.223.4269 with questions.
Office: • Embroidery • Awards • 920.465.3880 Cybil: 920.737.3050 E-mail: cybilfisher@hotmail.com
Associate Photographer: Lea Jordan
E-ma Phone: 608-214-1845 il: leamccullough@gmail.com Need your message to reach every WI Holstein member? Advertise in the Wisconsin Holstein News! Our magazine reaches over 2000 WI Holstein members each month. Call today to reserve your ad space!
August/September 2022 – Wisconsin Holstein News – 35
• Caps • Jackets • Shirts • Halter Bags/Saddle Bags • Director Chairs • Blankets/Hoods/Sheets Stock Designs Available “Personalizing One or More
Pat Gauthier
W4987 County Rd. B, Fond du Lac, WI 54937
Ph: (920) 477-5062 • Fax: (920) 477-5061 e-mail: pat@initial-design.com • www.initial-design.com
IMMU-PRO
www.alphageneticsinc.com 920-650-1631
www.ruralins.com A Farm Bureau ® Service • • Fetal sexing by ultrasound EU Certified Collection Facilit • Embryos available y Rural Mutual Insurance Statewide Services, Company Inc. • Select non-lactating donor housing 258 South Main St., Fond du Lac Office: 920-322-1194 ,WI 54935 Matthew Dorshorst, MS, DVM Fax: 920-921-5834 Phone: 715-340-7271 Cell: 920-410-4533 matt.dorshorst@gmail.com bgreenman@ruralins.com Marshfield,WI 54449
Brian Greenman Agent Commercial, Farm & Personal Insurance
CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING
office 920.322.1194 office 920.921.4168 fax 920.921.5834 cell 920.410.4533 bgreenman@ruralins.com 258 South Main St., Fond du Lac,WI 54935
Don’t wait for them to Fall, CALL! Barn Floor Grooving • Serving all states • All classes of livestock facilities • 4 grooving options to fit your needs • Milk parlors • Holding pens • Feed Lots • Freestalls • Alleys
• Embroidery • Awards •
880 050 m n
BULLNeed your messag every WI Holstein SHIe to reach member? PPER Advertise in Sementhe Wisconsin Holstein NSalesews!
Our magazine reaches over 2000
WI Cal Craig KroHolstein members each month. l today to reserve your ad space! hlow
920.723.1557 Dave Schmocker 260.402.4494 Pat Conroy Dairy people helping dairymen.
Reproductive
Ultrasound and
Fetal Sexing 608/469-6100 arter.net
• Caps • Jackets • Shirts • Halter Bags/Saddle Bags • Director Chairs • Blankets/Hoods/Sheets Stock Designs Available “Personalizing One or More
Pat Gauthier
W4987 County Rd. B, Fond du Lac, WI 54937
Ph: (920) 477-5062 • Fax: (920) 477-5061 e-mail: pat@initial-design.com • www.initial-design.com
STgenetics Representatives
ASSIFIED ADVERTISING
office 920.322.1194 office 920.921.4168 fax 920.921.5834 cell 920.410.4533 bgreenman@ruralins.com 258 South Main St., Fond du Lac,WI 54935
Don’t wait for them to Fall, CALL! Barn Floor Grooving • Serving all states • All classes of livestock facilities • 4 grooving options to fit your needs • Milk parlors • Holding pens • Feed Lots • Freestalls • Alleys
classifieds- partial_classifieds-fixed 4/1/19 12:23 PM Page 1
Office: • Embroidery • Awards • 920.465.3880 Cybil: 920.737.3050 E-mail: cybilfisher@hotmail.com Associate Photographer: Lea Jordan E-ma Phone: 608-214-1845 il: leamccullough@gmail.com Need your message to reach every WI Holstein member? Advertise in the Wisconsin Holstein News! Our magazine reaches over 2000 WI Holstein members each month. Call today to reserve your ad space!
1-800-223-4269
HIPPER
Sales ohlow 5388 Reproductive Ultrasound dy WI Rd., 54106 Feta a l nd Sexing Sandy Curran, DVM 608/469-6100 ultrascn@charter.net
920.723.1557 Dave Schmocker 260.402.4494 Pat Conroy Dairy people helping dairymen.
• Caps • Jackets • Shirts • Halter Bags/Saddle Bags • Director Chairs • Blankets/Hoods/Sheets Stock Designs Available “Personalizing One or More
Pat Gauthier
W4987 County Rd. B, Fond du Lac, WI 54937
Ph: (920) 477-5062 • Fax: (920) 477-5061 e-mail: pat@initial-design.com • www.initial-design.com
IMMU-PRO
www.alphageneticsinc.com 920-650-1631
www.ruralins.com A Farm Bureau ® Service • • Fetal sexing by ultrasound EU Certified Collection Facilit • Embryos available y Rural Mutual Insurance Statewide Services, Com Inc. pany • Select non-lactating donor housing 258 South Main St., Fond du Lac Office: 920-322-1194 ,WI 54935 Matthew Dorshorst, MS, DVM Fax: 920-921-5834 Phone: 715-340-7271 Cell: 920-410-4533 matt.dorshorst@gmail.com bgreenman@ruralins.com Marshfield,WI 54449
Brian Greenman Agent Commercial, Farm & Personal Insurance
CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING
office 920.322.1194 office 920.921.4168 fax 920.921.5834 cell 920.410.4533 bgreenman@ruralins.com 258 South Main St., Fond du Lac,WI 54935
Don’t wait for them to Fall, CALL! Barn Floor Grooving • Serving all states • All classes of livestock facilities • 4 grooving options to fit your needs • Milk parlors • Holding pens • Feed Lots • Freestalls • Alleys
• Embroidery • Awards • • Caps • Jackets • Shirts • Halter Bags/Saddle Bags • Director Chairs • Blankets/Hoods/Sheets Stock Designs Available “Personalizing One or More ”
Pat Gauthier
unty Rd. B, Fond du Lac, WI 54937 477-5062 • Fax: (920) 477-5061 tial-design.com • www.initial-design.com our message to reach WI Holstein member? the Wisconsin Holstein News! agazine reaches over 2000 tein members each month. y to reserve your ad space!
1-800-223-4269
BULL SHIPPER
Semen Sales Craig Krohlow 920-639-5388 W4203 Shady Rd., Black Creek, WI 54106 ve d ng 00
920.723.1557 Dave Schmocker 260.402.4494 Pat Conroy Dairy people helping dairymen.
North Central & Northwest: Jeremy Totzke, 715-316-8529 Eastern: Al White, 920-296-1482 Southwest: Rich Coulthard, 608-778-2347 Dane & Columbia Counties: Lindsey Kreier, 608-697-1153 David Kendall, Director of Genetic Development, 608-346-1605
man Matthew Dorshorst, MS, DVM Phone: 715-340-7271
m nc & e matt.dorshorst@gmail.com Marshfield,WI 54449
D ADVERTISING
office 920.322.1194 office 920.921.4168 fax 920.921.5834 cell 920.410.4533 bgreenman@ruralins.com 258 South Main St., Fond du Lac,WI 54935
Don’t wait for them to Fall, CALL! Barn Floor Grooving • Serving all states • All classes of livestock facilities • 4 grooving options to fit your needs • Milk parlors • Holding pens • Feed Lots • Freestalls • Alleys
Office: • Embroidery • Awards • 920.465.3880 Cybil: 920.737.3050 E-mail: cybilfisher@hotmail.com
Associate Photographer: Lea Jordan
E-ma Phone: 608-214-1845 il: leamccullough@gmail.com Need your message to reach every WI Holstein member? Advertise in the Wisconsin Holstein News! Our magazine reaches over 2000 WI Holstein members each month. Call today to reserve your ad space!
Sandy Curran, 920.723.1557 Dave SchmockerDVM 608/469-6100 ultras 260.402.4494 Pat Dairy people helping cn@charter.net Conroy dairymen.
• Caps • Jackets • Shirts • Halter Bags/Saddle Bags • Director Chairs • Blankets/Hoods/Sheets Stock Designs Available “Personalizing One or More
Pat Gauthier
W4987 County Rd. B, Fond du Lac, WI 54937
Ph: (920) 477-5062 • Fax: (920) 477-5061 e-mail: pat@initial-design.com • www.initial-design.com
IMMU-PRO
www.alphageneticsinc.com 920-650-1631
www.ruralins.com A Farm Bureau ® Service • • Fetal sexing by ultrasound EU Certified Collection Facility • Embryos available Rural Mutual Insurance Statewide Services, Company Inc. • Select non-lactating donor housing 258 South Main St., Fond du Lac Office: 920-322-1194 ,WI 54935 Matthew Dorshorst, MS, DVM Fax: 920-921-5834 Phone: 715-340-7271 Cell: 920-410-4533 matt.dorshorst@gmail.com bgreenman@ruralins.com Marshfield,WI 54449
Brian Greenman Agent Commercial, Farm & Personal Insurance
CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING
office 920.322.1194 office 920.921.4168 fax 920.921.5834 cell 920.410.4533 bgreenman@ruralins.com 258 South Main St., Fond du Lac,WI 54935
Don’t wait for them to Fall, CALL! Barn Floor Grooving • Serving all states • All classes of livestock facilities • 4 grooving options to fit your needs • Milk parlors • Holding pens • Feed Lots • Freestalls • Alleys
Embryo Transfer and Fetal Sexing
BULL SHIPPE Semen Saleswww.ruralins.com A Farm Bureau ® Service R We • offer a full range of reproducti • Fetal sexing by ultrasound EU Certified Collection Facility • Embryos available ve services... Rural Craig Mutual Insurance Statewide Services, Kro Company Inc. hlow • Select non-lactating donor housing 258 South 920-639-538Main St., Fond du Lac,WI 54935 Office: 920-322-1194 8 Matthew Dorshorst, MS, DVM Fax: Cell: W4203 Shad 920-921-5834 920-410-4533 y Rd., ma Phone: 715-340-7271 tt.dorshorst@gmail.com bgreBlack Creek, enman@ruralins.com WI 54106 Marshfield,WI 54449 920.723.1557 Dave Schmocker 260.402.4494 Pat Conroy Dairy people helping dairymen.
Brian Greenman
Agent Commercial, Farm & Personal Insurance office 920.322.1194 office 920.921.4168 fax 920.921.5834 cell 920.410.4533 bgreenman@ruralins.com 258 South Main St., Fond du Lac,WI 54935
Don’t wait for them to Fall, CALL! Barn Floor Grooving • Serving all states • All classes of livestock facilities • 4 grooving options to fit your needs • Milk parlors • Holding pens • Feed Lots • Freestalls • Alleys
Semen SalesOffice: Dane Lindsey & K Columbia reier, 608 Counties: -697-1153
Craig Krohlow 920-639-5388 920.465.3880 Cybil: 920.737.3050 D of avid Kendall, Director Genetic Development, 608-346-1605 E-mail: W4203 Shady cybilfisher@hotmail.com Rd.,
Assoc Black Cree iate Photographer: Lea Phone: 608.214.1845 k, Jor Wdan I 54106
E-mail: leamccullough@gmail.com www.ruralins.com A Farm Bureau ® Service Rural Mutual Insurance Company Statewide Services, Inc. 258 South Main St., Fond du Lac,WI 54935 Office: 920-322- 920. 1194 723.1557 Dave Schmocker Fax: 920-921-5834 Cell: 920-410-4533 bgreenman@ruralins.co 260.402.4494 Dairy people hel m Pat ping Conroy dairymen. - Send Her to Sunshine Reproductive 3 3 Enhan Three ce the value veterinarian of s & your elite a professi donor cows and heifer onal staff manage 200 s with embr ET yo d & IVF. onors. Ultrasound 3 3 Don Don or or cow s are comfort seen by and individu many buyers al of atten elite tion are o genetics. ur specialty. and 3 A full service AETA Certified Embryo Technologies company Fetal Sexing Give us a call to discuss your ET & IVF needs!
Sandy Curran, DVM 608/469-6100
ultrascn@charter.net W7782 Hwy. 12, Whitewater,WI 53190 • Phone: 262-473-8905 • Fax: 262-473-3660 E-mail: sunshine@idcnet.com www.sunshinegenetics.com
Need your message to reach every WI Holstein member? Advertise in the Wisconsin Holstein News! Our magazine reaches over 2000 WI Holstein members each month. Call today to reserve your ad space!
Matthew Dorshorst, MS, DVM Brian Greenman
Phone: 715-340-7271 Agent matt.dorshorst@gmail.c Marshfield,WI 54449 om Commercial, Farm & Personal Insurance Don’t wait for them to Fall, CALL! Barn Floor Grooving • Serving all states • All classes of livestock facilities office 920.322.1194 • 4 grooving options to fit office fax 920.921. 920.921. 4168 5834 your needs cell 920.410.4533 • Milk parlors bgreenman@ruralins.com • Holding pens 258 South Main St., • Feed Lots Fond du Lac,WI 54935 • Freestalls • Alleys
Classified Advertising
Help cows reach their genetic potential • Greater Milk + Type + Longevity • The secret: Unlock more herd health, feed efficiency and reproductive success for greater milk checks and profits • Gain over 80 cents more profit per cow per day • 3 of the 4 last world record cows fed Immu-Pro • Tremendous aid to calf health and growth • Immu-Pro improves your herd SCC • How much can you improve with Immu-Pro this year? To order or for more info: 920-650-1631
BREEDER Alpha Genetics, Inc. | alphageneticsinc.comB USINESS CARDS
Doug, Linda, Clint, Corey & Tammy Hodorff N3832 Hwy. W, Eden, WI 53019
Stop in anytime for a second look! 920.723.1557 D 260.402.4494 ave Pa Schmock t Conroy er Dairy people helping dairymen.
BULL SHIPPER
Semex Semen Sales
Don’t wait for them to Fall, CALL! Barn Floor Grooving • Serving all states •All classes of livestock facilities •4 grooving options to fit your needs •Milk parlors •Holding pens •Feed Lots •Freestalls •Alleys R Rickert Bros. LLC Home of Rickland Holsteins
Jim & Kelly, Greg & Laura, Andrew & Shannon, Don & Lila Rickert Eldorado, WI 54932 rickertkel@gmail.com • 920-960-9640
RHA: 1037 cows 31,221 3.9 1220 3.0 943 24 Year Progressive Genetics Herd Expanding Hoof-Trimming Business! Please call Dave Schmocker, 920-723-1557 •15+ years of experience, references available •3 full-time hoof trimmers •Appleton steel Upright Comfort Chute •Large & small herds •Your satisfaction is our guarantee! •Serving a 200 mile radius of Madison, Wis.
920.723.1557 Dave Schmocker 260.402.4494 Pat Conroy Dairy people helping dairymen.
