acj january 2011
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The Official Publication of the ACATRANSCRIPT
January 2011
• 2010 ACA National Show Results• Tribute to Doug Stephens & Winfred Brown
Inside:
728 White Bull Lane, Millsap, TX 76066 • Phone & Fax: (940) [email protected] • www.schricklandandcattle.com
SCHRICKLand & Cattle, Ltd.
Keith & Dana – (817) 366-6435Jason & Andrea – (817) 366-8511
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April 16, 2010 • 1 p.m. CSTSLC Sale Facility • Millsap, TX
Selling Chi, Chiangus & Simmental Show Prospects, Bulls & Production
Females
728 White Bull Lane, Millsap, Texas 76066
SLC Ace In The Hole 530T 2CASire: RDD Destinys Ace 1CA • Dam: VOL Lady Di 260K 2CA • DOB: 4/20/07BW: 2.5 • WW: 51.8 • YW: 95.8 • Milk: 9.3 • %Chi: 25.34
Semen: $30/unit20 or more units: $25/unit
SLC Cadillac 2CASenior Bull Calf Reserve Champion – 2010 ACA National Show
SLC Daisey 1CMSenior Heifer Calf Reserve Champion
– 2010 ACA National Show
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contentsJanuary 2011 • Volume 38, No. 4
5 Chi Commentary6 Chi Performance8 Ladies Auxiliary9 AJCA Update16 Baxter Black42 Ultrasound 101
19 ACA National Show & Sale Coverage
40 An ACA Tribute – Winfred Brown & Doug Stephens – Patriots of the Breed
47 ACA Board of Directors Minutes
10 New Junior Members12 Upcoming Events13 New Adult Members14 ACA Bulletin52 Show Reports55 Sale Reports64 Advertiser Listing
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The CJB Herd is on the move!
We would like to thank David Cattle Company of Pilot Point, TX for purchasing
the CJB cowherd!
Also, Thanks to Chad & Marty Koop, Cornersville, TN for purchasing our bred
heifers!
It’s been a great ride!
Charles & Kay BurkPanhandle, Texas(806) 537-5125 (home)(806) 681-8891 (cell)
CBJDavid Cattle Co.
LE & Tommy DavidBox 211
Pilot Point, TX 76258(817) 686-5341
Chad & Marty Koop4287 Ebenezer Hollow Rd.Cornersville, TN 37047
(931) 293-2233
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2011 ACA
BMW Tough Guy 323X 1CMcalved 3/23/10Sired by Who Da Man
HBSC Mr Dr Who045X 1CM
calved 3/25/2010Sired by Doctor Who
RDD Ms Ace 1P 2CA2005 National Champion FemaleA FLUSH SELLS!!
GFM Miss Candy Apple 83calved 3/22/10 • Sired by Eye Candy
Selling 30 Lots: Featuring the ‘Hybrid Advantage’ Chi Influence Genetics
Bulls • Females • Flushs & EmbryosSponsored by the American Chianina Association
Schedule of Events:8:00 am ACA Pen Show, Bulls & Females LCAA
10:00 am Evaluation of Sale Cattle LCAA1:00 pm ‘Hybrid Advantage’ Bull & Female Sale LCAA
Bull & Female Sale
Sunday, January 16, 20111:00 p.m. at the Livestock Center Auction Arena,
in the Yards at the National Western Stock Show, Denver, Colorado
Sale Management By:Sears Marketing Services, LLC
Alan Sears61 Westward Way, Eaton, Colorado 80615970-454-3986 office • 970-396-7521 cell
ACA Hybrid Advantage - Journal_Layout 1 12/19/10 8:53 PM Page 1
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Chi Commentaryby Stan Comer, CEO
2011 Is Here – It's Time to Get Excited!!!
ACA Board of DirectorsChairman – Steve Melroe
8005 Hwy 32 • Gwinner, ND 58040Home: (701) 678-2225
[email protected] Region • Term expires 2011
Vice Chairman – Rob Sheets8250 U.S. Hwy 52 W • West Lafayette, IN 47906
Home: (765) [email protected]
At Large • Term expires 2013
Secretary – Ken Culp III1065 Durham Lane, Nicholasville, KY 40356
Home: (859) 881-9115 • Cell: (859) [email protected]
Southeast Region • Term expires 2011
Treasurer – Dwight HossleBox 98, Faulkton, SD 57438
Home: (605) 598-6751 • Cell: (605) [email protected]
At-Large • Term expires 2011
Dennis Clarahan19425 280th Ave • Harper, IA 52231
Home: (641) 635-2105 • Cell: (319) [email protected]
Northeast Region • Term expires 2012
Don Esch9362 Apache Rd. • Longmont, CO 80504
Home: (303) 833-6554 • Cell: (303) [email protected]
At-Large • Term expires 2012
John Higgins9845 Statesville Rd. • Watertown, TN 37184
Home: (615) 273-2656 • Cell: (615) [email protected]
At-Large • Term expires 2012
Mark Johnson4620 Goldfinch Ave. • Maurice, IA 51036
Home: (712) [email protected]
At-Large • Term expires 2013
Art PittmanP.O. Box 336 • Micro, NC 27555
Home: (919) 284-5580 • Cell: (919) [email protected] Large • Term expires 2013
Ed Miller8805 Fm 818 • Big Spring, TX 79740
Home: (432) 398-5348 • Cell: (432) [email protected]
At Large • Term expires 2012
Keith Schrick1624 Ft. Worth Hwy, Weatherford, TX 76086
Cell: (817) [email protected] • Term expires 2011
Brad Stoppel18361 Reservior Rd. • Russell, KS 67665
Home: (785) 483-2753 • Cell: (785) 483-1294Southwest Region • Term expires 2013
Happy New Year! When you receive this issue of the ACJ we will have entered into 2011 with
a lot of exciting Chianina events to look forward to including the National Western Hybrid Advantage Sale in Denver complete with the famous rib eye steak sandwich lunch (sponsored by EDJE Technologies), The Fort Worth Stock Show with a new Chiangus open division and featuring a new twist on the Southwest Region BBQ dinner showcasing CHIANINA BEEF (thank you to AB’s Ranch, Hillsboro, Texas for donating the beef!). The 2011 NJHS will be held in Kansas City and we are looking forward to an evening of food and fun at the ACA National Headquarters in Platte City. Throw in to the mix numerous State Beef Expos & Sales (including a new show and sale in Ohio), Chianina production sales across the country and some new events yet to be announced and we are off to a fantastic first half of the year.
The 2010 ACA National Show/Sale in Louisville, Ky., showcased the most advanced combination of phenotypic and genotypic excellence available in the cattle business today. The new format for the ACA National Hybrid Advantage Sale/Banquet was well received and plans are currently underway to make improvements to the evening event and make the 2011 event even bigger and better. I would personally like to thank Kay and Charles Burk from Panhandle, Texas for donating their beautiful matched set of Galen Struve crafted Chianina
Bronzes to our benefit auction and to Jill and Wayne Miller, Talmo Ranch for purchasing the lot for $2,750. A portion of the proceeds were designated to the Ladies Auxiliary to fund an AJCA Scholarship. I would also like to thank the breeders for their commitment to the ACA by generously donating rare genetic packages, benefit items and portions of their sale proceeds and thank you to those who purchased them.
The ACA recently lost two of our pioneer breeders. Winfred Brown of Weatherford, Texas and Doug Ste-phens of Ogden , Utah. Their passion and dedication to the Chianina breed was indeed an inspiration and we thank them and their families for their contri-butions to this breed!
My challenge to all ACA and AJCA members (including myself) in 2011 is to make the most of every opportunity that presents itself or that you create, to not only improve ourselves, our fami-lies and our cattle operations but to also look around us, our communities and our industry and take the initiative to put ourselves in position to be able to take advantage of opportunities that will enhance and promote Agriculture and this great CHIANINA breed of cattle. May you all have an exciting and prosperous year!
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Chi Performanceby Tanner Winter, Director of Marketing &
Performance Programs
This discussion is one that presents some challenges. During the time between when this article is being written and when it is being read, so much could
change. That statement sums up the environment in which we are currently breeding cattle. Currently the United States cow numbers are the smallest they have been in decades and shrinking, corn is all over the place but continues to look up, land is increasingly valuable and fed cattle futures look to possibly pass a 7 year high. Once again that may be totally different by the time anyone reads this.
So what is there to look forward to in 2011? With corn and soybean prices staying elevated, it isn’t crazy to think that additional acres will be recommitted to cropland and taken away from beef cows, further forcing the US cow inventory downward. Yes the price of cattle is up and could be profitable if feed input costs would stay put or go down, which may not be the case. This environment is set up for those cattlemen who can most effectively manage their input costs while maximizing outputs to flourish. Sounds as simple as any other year right?
The trick comes to the point of diminishing returns. For instance, is it better to moderate cow size to lower input costs while indirectly dimin-ishing weaning weights?
Obviously it depends how much lower input costs become versus how much weaning weight is lowered. If those input costs save $40/cow but I lose $60/weaned calf compared to the year before, I might look back wishing for a mulligan. With that said, how can we do both successfully? Utiliza-tion of the proper Chianina or Chiangus bulls is the key!
Heterosis is expressed when two breeds are bred to each other that are as genetically different as possible. This is where Chianina cattle have the upper hand.
Tables 1-4 illustrate the expected heterosis from F1s
2011 and Beyond
Breed A C Ch G H PH L MA Sa Sh S SDAngus (A) 0.00 0.11 0.19 0.12 0.16 0.11 0.10 0.06 0.15 0.06 0.07 0.09Charolais (C) 0.11 0.00 0.13 0.09 0.15 0.14 0.05 0.10 0.05 0.10 0.06 0.15Chianina (Ch) 0.19 0.13 0.00 0.13 0.26 0.27 0.14 0.17 0.16 0.18 0.16 0.24Gelbvieh (G) 0.12 0.09 0.13 0.00 0.18 0.19 0.11 0.15 0.11 0.14 0.06 0.15Hereford (H) 0.14 0.15 0.26 0.18 0.00 0.01 0.17 0.16 0.20 0.11 0.15 0.18Polled Hereford (PH) 0.11 0.14 0.27 0.19 0.01 0.00 0.17 0.14 0.20 0.09 0.07 0.11Limousin (L) 0.10 0.05 0.14 0.00 0.17 0.17 0.00 0.08 0.06 0.09 0.07 0.11Maine-Anjou (MA) 0.06 0.10 0.17 0.15 0.16 0.14 0.08 0.00 0.15 0.06 0.10 0.12Salers (Sa) 0.15 0.05 0.16 0.11 0.20 0.20 0.06 0.15 0.00 0.18 0.07 0.21Shorthorn (Sh) 0.06 0.10 0.18 0.14 0.11 0.09 0.09 0.06 0.18 0.00 0.12 0.09Simmental (S) 0.07 0.06 0.16 0.06 0.15 0.15 0.07 0.10 0.07 0.12 0.00 0.14South Devon (SD) 0.09 0.15 0.24 0.15 0.18 0.17 0.11 0.12 0.21 0.09 0.14 0.00Adapted from Rouchsedge et al., 2001.
Table1.IncreaseinheterozygosityofF1animalswhenrespectivebreedsarecrossed
Breed A C Ch G H PH L MA Sa Sh S SDAngus (A) 0.00 7.32 12.87 7.76 9.05 0.32 6.87 4.05 10.04 3.8 4.77 5.85Charolais (C) 7.32 0.00 8.97 6.21 9.89 9.43 3.35 6.43 3.21 6.43 3.91 9.89Chianina (Ch) 12.87 8.97 0.00 8.51 17.50 17.85 9.27 10.97 10.66 12.23 10.82 15.90Gelbvieh (G) 7.76 6.21 8.51 0.00 12.23 12.63 7.32 10.04 7.61 9.12 4.20 9.96Hereford (H) 9.05 9.89 17.50 12.23 0.00 0.74 11.44 10.89 13.03 7.32 10.04 12.23Polled Hereford (PH) 7.32 9.43 17.85 12.63 0.74 0.00 11.05 9.27 13.19 5.92 9.89 11.44Limousin (L) 6.87 3.35 9.27 0.00 11.44 11.05 0.00 5.41 3.77 6.29 4.77 7.47Maine-Anjou (MA) 4.05 6.43 10.97 10.04 10.89 9.27 5.41 0.00 10.04 3.77 6.95 7.76Salers (Sa) 10.04 3.21 10.66 7.61 13.03 13.19 3.77 10.04 0.00 11.68 4.62 14.08Shorthorn (Sh) 3.77 6.43 12.23 9.12 7.32 5.92 6.29 3.77 11.68 0.00 7.69 6.21Simmental (S) 4.77 3.91 10.82 4.20 10.04 9.89 4.77 6.95 4.62 7.69 0.00 9.27South Devon (SD) 5.85 9.89 15.90 9.96 12.23 11.44 7.47 7.76 14.08 6.21 9.27 0.00
Table2.IncreaseinheterozygosityofF1animalswhenrespectivebreedsarecrossed
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derived from combinations of 12 different breeds in respect to overall heterozy-gosity, cow fertility, weaning weight and survival to weaning. Most importantly, notice the levels of heterosis for Chianina crossed with Angus, Hereford, Polled Her-eford and Shorthorn. Across the board in the tables, Chianina crossed with these respective British breeds express higher heterosis than any European breed crossed in the same manner.
This not only proves how genetically unique and potent Chianina cattle are, but it also goes to show their useful-ness as a foundation breed in composites with British breeds. The use of Chiangus bulls, for instance, would allow a producer the ability to moderate input costs in their cow herd while maintaining the heterosis needed to maximize output. In addition to those benefits, Chiangus sired calves will almost always be black, polled, efficient, lean and have the ability to marble, all key components to qualify under CAB and yet go a step further in any operations profit formulations.
Going forward into 2011 and beyond it is important to remember that more times than not, Chiangus bulls will keep the ranch balance as black as their calves while moderating risk with the predictability of a composite!
Breed A C Ch G H PH L MA Sa Sh S SDAngus (A) 0.00 1.94 3.42 2.06 2.40 4.00 1.82 1.08 2.66 1.00 1.26 1.55Charolais (C) 1.94 0.00 2.38 1.65 2.62 2.50 0.89 1.71 0.85 1.71 1.04 2.62Chianina (Ch) 3.42 2.38 0.00 2.26 4.65 4.74 2.46 2.91 2.83 3.25 2.87 4.22Gelbvieh (G) 2.06 1.65 2.26 0.00 3.25 3.35 1.94 2.66 2.02 2.42 1.11 2.64Hereford (H) 2.40 2.62 4.65 3.25 0.00 0.20 3.04 2.89 3.46 1.94 2.66 3.25Polled Hereford (PH) 1.94 2.50 4.74 3.35 0.20 0.00 2.93 2.46 3.50 1.57 2.62 3.04Limousin (L) 1.82 0.89 2.46 0.00 3.04 2.93 0.00 1.44 1.00 1.67 1.26 1.98Maine-Anjou (MA) 1.08 1.71 2.91 2.66 2.89 2.46 1.44 0.00 2.66 1.00 1.84 2.06Salers (Sa) 2.66 0.85 2.83 2.02 3.46 3.50 1.00 2.66 0.00 3.10 1.23 3.74Shorthorn (Sh) 1.00 1.71 3.25 2.42 1.94 1.57 1.67 1.00 3.10 0.00 2.04 1.65Simmental (S) 1.26 1.04 2.87 1.11 2.66 2.62 1.26 1.84 1.23 2.04 0.00 2.46South Devon (SD) 1.55 2.62 4.22 2.64 3.25 3.04 1.98 2.06 3.74 1.65 2.46 0.00
Table3.Weaningweightexpectedheterosis(%)inF1's.
Breed A C Ch G H PH L MA Sa Sh S SDAngus (A) 0.00 1.90 3.34 2.01 2.35 1.90 1.78 1.05 2.60 0.98 1.24 1.52Charolais (C) 1.90 0.00 2.33 1.61 2.56 2.44 0.87 1.67 0.83 1.67 1.02 2.56Chianina (Ch) 3.34 2.33 0.00 2.21 4.54 4.63 2.41 2.85 2.77 3.17 2.81 4.12Gelbvieh (G) 2.01 1.21 2.21 0.00 3.17 3.28 1.90 2.60 1.98 2.37 1.09 2.58Hereford (H) 2.35 2.56 4.54 3.17 0.00 0.19 2.97 2.83 3.38 1.90 2.60 3.17Polled Hereford (PH) 1.90 2.44 4.63 3.28 0.19 0.00 2.87 2.41 3.42 1.54 2.56 2.97Limousin (L) 1.78 0.87 2.41 0.00 2.97 2.87 0.00 1.40 0.98 1.63 1.24 1.94Maine-Anjou (MA) 1.05 1.67 2.85 2.60 2.83 2.41 1.40 0.00 2.60 0.98 1.80 2.01Salers (Sa) 2.60 0.83 2.77 1.98 3.38 3.42 0.98 2.60 0.00 3.03 1.20 3.65Shorthorn (Sh) 0.98 1.67 3.17 2.37 1.90 1.54 1.63 0.98 3.03 0.00 1.99 1.61Simmental (S) 1.24 1.02 2.81 1.09 2.60 2.56 1.24 1.80 1.20 1.99 0.00 2.41South Devon (SD) 1.52 2.56 4.12 2.58 3.17 2.97 1.94 2.01 3.65 1.61 2.41 0.00
Table4.Survivaltoweaningexpectedheterosis(%)forF1's.
Chi Performance (continued)
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An ACA Thank YouThe ACA would like to say a special thank you to Danny
Coward for donating his winnings from the ACA Beef Derby back to the ACA. This generous donation will help the ACA accomplish
it’s goals for 2011.
ACA Ladies Auxiliary ACA Ladies AuxiliaryDirectors
Jessica cheesman – President4199 S 900 W • Farmland, IN 47340
(765) 468-7405At Large
susan ostrom – Vice President3091 144th Ave • Dorr, MI 49323
(616) 896-9433Northeast Region
Deb Geuns – secretary/treasurer4995 Sleight Rd. • Bath, MI 48808
(517) 641-7152At Large
sue comer
Box 383 • Lynn, IN 47355(765) 874-2228
Northeast Region
Nancy culp1065 Durham Ln. • Nicholasville, KY 40356
(859) 881-9115At Large
shawnda FosterRt 2, Box 36 • Lockney, TX 79241
(806) 652-2383Southwest Region
Marna Higgins
9845 Statesville Rd. • Watertown, TN 37184(615) 273-2656
Southeast Region
Misty Lehnert330 S Hood Rd. • Lawrenceburg, TN 38464
(931) 766-0504Southeast Region
christine Miller4725 State Hwy 154 • Torrington, WY 82240
(307) 532-4771Northwest Region
Barb ohlrichs55943 US Hwy 275 • Norfolk, NE 68701
(402) 371-0695Northwest Region
rhetta riley1607 Avenue G • Abernathy, TX 79311
(806) 298-2591Southwest Region
by Jessica Cheesman, Auxiliary President
Greetings from Indiana!
Another year of great cattle and friends has come and gone as we look forward to 2011. I hope everyone had a safe trip home from Louisville. We made it through the holidays and now it is time to start traveling down the road again.
Thank you to those who donated and bought at the Silent Auction. The Ladies Aux-iliary is selling cookbooks as a fundraiser this year. You may purchase the cookbooks through the ACA or contact Deb Geuns or Jill Miller. They are $12 each or three for $30. We will also have cookbooks for sale at the upcoming shows in 2011.
I would like to thank all the Ladies who attended the luncheon. We had another great turn out this year. Gifts were exchanged and fun was had by all.
Any upcoming seniors wanting to apply for the Ladies Auxiliary Scholarship, the deadline is May 1, 2011. Please contact Sue Comer for more information at (765) 874-2228 or [email protected].
Thank you to our National Queen, Kelsey Culp, from Kentucky. She has done a tremendous job this year promoting our breed. Anyone interested in running for the National Queen, please contact Jill Miller at (706) 693-4133. The deadline for the queen contest is May 1, 2011.
I wish everyone a successful year in the ring and lets make 2011 the best!~ Jessica
Citrus Ginger Teriyaki Steak
Ingredients:1 boneless beef top sirloin steak, cut 1 inch thick1/2 c water
Marinade & Sauce:1/2 c. teriyaki marinade and sauce 1/3 c. orange marmalade2 Tbsp. creamy peanut butter 1 Tbsp. finely chopped ginger3 large garlic cloves, crushed 2 tsp. dark sesame oil Instructions:1. Combine marinade ingredients in small saucepan over medium heat, whisk-
ing just until blended. Remove from heat. Place steak in 1/3 cup marinade mixture in plastic bag; turn steak to coat. Close bag securely and marinate in refrigerator 30 minutes, turning once. Reserve remaining marinade mixture for sauce.
2. Remove steak from marinade; discard marinade. Place steak on rack in broiler pan so surface of beef is 3 to 4 inches from heat. Broil steak 16-21 minutes for medium rare to medium doneness, turning once.
3. Meanwhile add water to reserved sauce in small saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer 12 to 15 minutes or until slightly thickened, stirring occasionally.
4. Carve steak into slices. Serve steak with sauce.Recipe from www.beefitswhatsfordinner.com
Recipe Corner
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Welcome to the New Year! I hope that all of you had a happy holiday season and stayed safe during the winter weather. With this New Year before us it is time for us to truly leave our mark. Not as a Chianina breed, but
as a beef cattle industry. Today there is more scrutiny than ever on the safety of the product that we produce. This scrutiny comes from groups such as the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS – The largest animal rights group in the nation), People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) and other animal rights groups.
Those of you who live in California, Ohio and Colorado have probably become familiar with the organization due to recent encounters. However, for those of you who don’t know much about the HSUS, here are some quick facts about the orga-nization. In their 2009 tax return the organization reported total revenue of $101.6 million with expenses of $121.7 million. Their expenses include fundraising and salary; their funding expenses of $22.3 million includes television ads and print publications that bash animal agriculture saying that we as producers are cruel to our animals. Within their salary expenses they pay out a total of $35.8 million with $269,180 going to their CEO Wayne Pacelle. Twenty-nine (29) of their 629 employees receive six (6) figure earnings every year. As of December 31, 2009 they had reported total assets of $201.1 million and net assets of $160.5 million.
The HSUS’ main goal is to wipe out all animal agriculture around the world by distributing false propaganda about how farmers and ranchers care for their live-stock. Such false propaganda includes quotes and incorrect facts. Over the years, the general population has viewed this incorrect information so many times that they believe it is true. This follows the saying that if you tell a lie long enough, it will become the truth. Many of the activists don’t realize that the family farm busi-nesses that they try to ruin, such as us, can’t exploit land or animals because com-monly, the long-term goal is to pass the assets along to the next generation.
AJCA Update
Front Row (L to R): Matthew Blankenship, Nolensville, Tenn.; Kelsey Culp, Nicholas-ville, Ky.; Segayle Foster, Lockney, Texas; Kelsey Rutt, Minden, Neb.; Megan Hunt, New Madison, Ohio; Tyler Mackey, Blum, Texas. Back Row (L to R): Josh Nelson, Valparaiso, Neb.; Will Coor, Selma, N.C.; Taylor Graham, Crossville, Tenn.; Quintin Bucher, Marietta, Ill.; Shane McGlothlin, Anadarko, Okla.; Ty Sexton, Ainsworth, Iowa.
AJCA Board & DirectorsExecutive Committee:
President • Josh NelsonVice President • Segayle Foster
Secretary • Kelsey CulpTreasurer • Kelsey Rutt
Public Relations • Taylor GrahamPublic Relations • Tyler Mackey
AJCA Directors:Matthew Blankenship – Southeast Region
7375 Nolensville RdNolensville, TN 37135
(615) 776-2805 • Term expires 2012
Quintin Bucher – At Large23430 State Rd. 95Marietta, IL 61459
(309) 255-0752 • Term expires 2012
Will Coor – At Large1935 Batten Farm Rd.
Selma, NC 27576(919) 284-5630 • Term expires 2012
Kelsey Culp – At Large1065 Durham Ln.
Nicholasville, KY 40356(859) 576-7460 • Term expires 2011
Segayle Foster – At Large1231 County Road 57Lockney, TX 79241
(806) 652-2383 • Term expires 2011
Taylor Graham – At Large(Representing Northeast Region)
2355 Peavine Firetower RdCrossville, TN 38571
(931) 260-6666 • Term expires 2011
Megan Hunt – At Large2505 Weavers Ft. Jefferson Rd.
New Madison, OH 45346(937) 548-3050 • Term expires 2012
Tyler Mackey – Southwest Region352 HCR 1120
Blum, TX 76627(859) 583-0826 • Term expires 2012
Shane McGlothlin –At LargeRt. 2, Box 88
Anadarko, OK 73005(405) 247-3523 • Term expires 2011
Josh Nelson – Northwest Region2918 Co. Rd. C
Valparaiso, NE 68065(402) 784-2556 • Term expires 2011
Kelsey Rutt – At Large447 W 16th
Minden, NE 68959(308) 832-1953 • Term expires 2011
Ty Sexton – At Large1752 Willow Ave.
Ainsworth, IA 52201(319) 657-3928 • Term expires 2012
Hello Chi Breeders & Enthusiasts
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New Junior MembersCaliforniaRebecca Rotter25444 Larkspur CtSalinas, CA 93908
ColoradoLaurie Reid14510 Brighton RdBrighton, CO 80601
Lisa Reid14510 Brighton RdBrighton, CO 80601
Kyndal Reitzenstein22848 W Cr 51Kersey, CO 80644
Chance Serrano12245 Flag DrLafayette, CO 80026
floridaMakayla Keeney230 Pulitzer RdFort Pierce, FL 34945
Jake Dillon Stines2302 Country LanePlant City, FL 33565
GeorGiaKaitlan Canaday6436 Hwy 320Toccoa, GA 30577
Travis Royster1020 Jim Johnson RdWinder, GA 30680
illinoisClayton Beck3115 N 1925 East RdMt Auburn, IL 62547
Tyler Braun1855 DD RdColumbia, IL 62236
Megan Taylor24334 N 21 AveNokomis, IL 62075
Jessica Tompkins34337 N Swegle RdLondon Mills, IL 61544
Gary Wynne1504 280th AveAlexis, IL 61412
indianaRemington Allen3589 N. Co Rd 775 WW. Baden Springs, IN 47469
John Baird378 E 1125 SKouts, IN 46347
Kameron Clamme1335 W 300 SHartford City, IN 47348
Ryan Davidson6132 W 500 NPennville, IN 47369
Lauren Dillon4374 North Horn RdBicknell, IN 47512
Brodey Flagle2360 Hyden RdSpencer, IN 47460
Drake Geiger4417 W 475 SAlbion, IN 46701
Majenica Geiger4417 W 475 SAlbion, IN 46701
Haylea Isenhower1386 N 500 ELebonon, IN 46052
Konner Kirkpatrick11014 E Baseline RdAvilla, IN 46710
Marissa Lorenz68600 Cr 21New Paris, IN 46553
Kyle Mackey3365 E 400 NHartford City, IN 47348
According to Bob Stallman, current American Farm Bureau Federation President, “The biggest issue we face is that the American people are so far removed from agriculture and the way livestock and their meat is produced that they accept the emotional argu-ments which are not fact based that the animal rights groups use to pass legislation to restrict the way producers raise animals. We do care for our animals. We would not be successful otherwise, and we do take care of their welfare. We just have to do a better job of telling that story to a public that really doesn’t understand much about production agriculture.”
The best way for us to go out and combat this issue is to tell our story. If
we don’t tell our story about how we do care for our animals then groups such as HSUS and PETA will tell the story for us. I encourage each and every one of you to develop YOUR elevator speech; this needs to be about a 30 second speech that you develop in which you say who you are, where your from, what you do, and how you care for your animals.
My example of my elevator speech would be the following. Hello, my name is Ty Sexton. I’m a fourth generation cattle breeder from Ainsworth, Iowa. I would like to talk with you about how I care for the welfare of my livestock that I raise. It’s simple and great way for us to be our own advocate for the beef industry.
Remember, if we don’t tell our side of the story, somebody else will tell it for us. If you want to learn more go to www.humanewatch.org to learn more about how to combat the Humane Society of the United States.
Good luck to all of you at the spring shows coming up this year and I hope to see all of you in Kansas City this summer.
Ty SextonAJCA Board of Directors
P.S. Catch up on your sleep, because spring calving is coming fast.
AJCA Update (continued)
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New Junior Members (continued)
Morgan Moore799 E Moody RdRensselaer, IN 47978
Zack O'Connor6585 E 50 NColumbus, IN 47203
Kade Nicholas Patton2421 East St Rd 38Frankfort, IN 46041
Braden J Reece4149 W Sr 42Brazil, IN 47834
Emily Sennett2518 N Sr 25Waynestown, IN 47990
Dalton Shewmaker760 Sky Park DriveCorydon, IN 47112
Jordyn Sills5711 S 500 WPoneto, IN 46781
Leslie Singleton5243 W Mt Tabor RdSalem, IN 47167
Katie Stouffer704 W Waterworks RdWabash, IN 46992
Megan Sutter931 S 600 EKouts, IN 46347
Olivia Waltz17423 Hunnicut RdCambridge City, IN 47327
IowaCory Altena3805 250th StGeorge, IA 51237
Payton Feuss2371 45th AveOxford Jct, IA 52323
Trevor Lawton1063 260th StJefferson, IA 50129
Cassidy Moore133 Badger RdLisbon, IA 52253
Brian Ruppert5157 420th StCylinder, IA 50528
Cade Vanvliet372 190 AveOtley, IA 50214
KansasJared Hoffman6587 US Hwy 159Effington, KS 66023
Brandon Olivier710 NE 150 RdHarper, KS 67058
KentucKyCollin Tucker Ammerman74 Taft HwyDry Ridge, KY 41035
Amanda Conley3212 Iron Works RdGeorgetown, KY 40324
MIchIganQuentin Andrews1155 North Van DykeImlay City, MI 48444
Cody Chapin5124 Reynolds RdMarlette, MI 48453
Zach Ferris2341 Hubble RoadIonia, MI 48846
Taylor D Harrison492 W Central RdColdwater, MI 49036
Brynn Polega7066 Unionville RdUnionville, MI 48767
Bailey Welshans8620 Scio Church RdAnn Arbor, MI 48103
MInnesotaJustin Blumer614 1st StFountain, MN 55935
nebrasKaDax Behmer55995 850th RdHoskins, NE 68740
Cale Went30258 385 AveMonroe, NE 68647
new MexIcoJoslyn BeardP.O. Box 648Mesquite, NM 88048
north carolInaMarina Morgan28 Stiles DriveFranklin, NC 28734
ohIoJoey Bockbrader7337 Jerry City RdBloomdale, OH 44817
Erica King7581 Co Rd 18-1Wauseon, OH 43567
Kayla A Kleinhans11640 W Genzman RdOak Harbor, OH 43449
Demi Powers14980 Cr 20Fayette, OH 43521
Matthew Blaine Randolph4541 St Rt 152Richmond, OH 43944
Johnathan Shepherd8404 Princeton Glendale RdWest Chester, OH 45069
Colton Tom305 Hillview DriveZanesville, OH 43701
Dakota Tom405 Cambridge StCumberland, OH 43732
oKlahoMaKaitlin BellP.O. Box 442Nowata, OK 74048
Creighton EllisP.O. Box 1311Sallisaw, OK 74955
Bralee GibletP.O. Box 354Hydro, OK 73048
Austin Grellner934 E 14th StCushing, OK 74023
Jarrett SelmanP.O. Box 894Burns Flat, OK 73624
Trent ShortP.O. Box 62Braman, OK 74632
Lauren SnodgrassRR 1 Box 126Stratford, OK 74872
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New Junior Members (continued)
Chris SpenceP.O. Box 335Kingston, OK 73439
Allie StandridgeP.O. Box 746Lindsay, OK 73052
South DakotaJustin Degroot21732 468th AveVolga, SD 57071
texaSHannah WickhamP.O. Box 455Carrizo Springs, TX 78834
Myka Blissard214 Morgan AveBig Springs, TX 79720
Raylee Brown820 Admire RdNocona, TX 76255
Rheagan Buchanan1461 Co Rd YPlainview, TX 79072
Lindsey Ellsworth802 E OmegaHenrietta, TX 76365
Sierra Erskine353 LCR 176Hubbard, TX 76648
Logan Joiner2600 SCR 1050Stanton, TX 79782
Joshua Henry Jurica1028 Mansfield StGarwood, TX 77442
Layne Mustian2907 EdgemerePlainview, TX 79072
Casey NanceP.O. Box 444Liberty, TX 77575
Corey NanceP.O. Box 444Liberty, TX 77575
Charlotte Reeves457 RR 1141Waskom, TX 75692
Benjamin Schaeffer509 Cr 3345Crockett, TX 75835
Kimble SchuesslerP.O. Box 432Llano, TX 78643
Jacey SmathersP.O. Box 32Llano, TX 78643
Taten VannP.O. Box 142Forestburg, TX 76239
Trevor VannP.O. Box 142Forestburg, TX 76239
Upcoming Events
Jan. 13 Process all "Hybrid Advantage" Show & Sale Entries, NWSS, 9 a.m.Jan. 16 NWSS Pen Bull & Pen Female Show, LCAA, 8 a.m. Sale Cattle Evaluation, LCAA, 10 a.m. ACA National Western "Hybrid Advantage" Sale, LCAA, Denver, Colo., 1 p.m.Jan. 28 Ft. Worth Stock Show Junior & Open Shows, Ft. Worth, Texas, Junior Show: 10 am; Open Show: 12 noonJan. 29 ACA Board of Directors Meeting, Radisson Fort Worth Fossil Creek, Ft. Worth, TexasFeb. 1 Ad Deadline: 2011 AI Sire DirectoryFeb. 5 Ad/Copy Deadline: March ACJFeb .5 Horsley Brothers Eastern Xposure Sale XI, Green Oak Farm, New Paris, Ohio, 1 p.m. ESTFeb. 17 Iowa Beef Expo Chianina Classic Show & Sale, Iowa State Fairgrounds, Des Moines, Iowa, Show: 11:30 a.m.; Sale: 5 p.m.Feb. 19-20 Iowa Beef Expo Junior Shows, Iowa State Fairgrounds, Des Moines, IowaFeb. 19 Willow Oak Ranch Best Black Bulls In America Sale, Rogersville, Tenn., 12 noon EST
Feb. 19 Nebraska Cattlemen's Classic Chimaine/ Chiangus Show & Sale, Buffalo County Fairgrounds, Kearney, Neb., Show: 11 a.m.; Sale: 2 p.m.March 4 Kentucky Beef Expo Chi Show, Louisville, Ky., 1 p.m.March 5 Kentucky Beef Expo Chi Sale, Louisville, Ky., 3:30 p.m.March 6 Kentucky Beef Expo Junior Show, Louisville, Ky.March 6 Melroe/Beckett Dakota Gold Sale, Miller, S.D., 1 p.m.March 11-13 Tennessee Beef Agribition, Lebanon, Tenn.March 19 Ohio Beef Expo Chi Sale, Columbus, OhioMarch 26 Schaefer Chiangus Production Sale, Farmers Livestock, Bismark, N.D., 1 p.m. CSTapril 9 Schrick Land & Cattle "The Lone Star Crown Event" Sale, SLC Sale Facility, Millsap, TexasMay 1 Entry/Ownership Deadline: National Junior Heifer ShowJune 26-July 1 National Junior Heifer Show, Kansas City, Mo.
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ColoradoLarry Reifschneider2388 Sunland StLouisville, CO 80027
IllInoIsDillon Garver9852 E 250th RdParis, IL 61944
IndIanaCraig BenderCraig Bender & Family3823 E 200 NAlbion, IN 46701
Brad Dillon8113 Wheeling PikeJonesboro, IN 46938
Brian Golliher17423 W Hunnicut RdCambridge City, IN 47327
David MarkleyMarkley Cattle Company9415 E EatonAlbany Pike, IN 47320
Tanner Schwartz6509 S 100 WCutler, IN 46920
Ashley R Thomas3526 N 625 WNorth Salem, IN 46165
Phil Weaver & FamilyPlum Point Farm7799 Short Ridge RdAurora, IN 47001
IowaJerod Chidester1130 Forest Home RdMontezuma, IA 50171
Joseph Coblentz3366 260th StWilliamsburg, IA 52361
Chad RieckRieck & Lents Show Cattle2271 Cherry St RdCreston, IA 50801
David Treinen45365 140thRemsen, IA 51050
KansasGlen Michael ToewsSilverline Genetics4513 N Sand Hill RdBurrton, KS 67020
KentuCKyMatthew HornFour Horns Chiangus560 Kennedy Bridge RdHarrodsburg, KY 40330
MIChIganBrad Deyarmond10437 Upton RdBath, MI 48808
Roger WolfWolfland Farms8396 Wolf RdMorenci, MI 49256
Robert YoukerYouker Hill Farm5115 M37 SouthGrawn, MI 49637
MIssourIJohn & Patsy WattWatt Farm7660 Boothe LaneRocheport, MO 65279
nebrasKaRydell Lienemann4960 W Blue Valley RdBlue Hill, NE 68930
Gunnar Peterson57215 858 RdWayne, NE 68787
new MexICoMatt Copeland859 Romero RdNara Visa, NM 88430
Shane LutrickLutrick Cattle CoP.O. Box 702Estancia, NM 87016
north daKotaArien JacobsonJacobson Livestock Company11912 36th NWWatford City, ND 58804
ohIoCraig Cope27668 Claiborne RdRichwood, OH 73344
oKlahoMaJustin LierleLierle Cattle CompanyRt 2 Box 143Hydro, OK 73048
Keven & Shannon PerrierPerrier Cattle22191 N 4025 DrBartlesville, OK 74006
Standridge Cattle LLCP.O. Box 746Lindsay, OK 73052
south daKotaGary Caffee40625 257th StMitchell, SD 57301
Kevin & Charlene Healy29605 441st AveIrene, SD 57037
Jamie Rasmussen18035 331st AveHighmore, SD 57345
tennesseeYoung Brothers545 Lakeview Manor RdSpringville, TN 38256
texasTad CornettTy-Kenz Cattle CoP.O. Box 127Dimmitt, TX 79027
Micah DorseyDorsey Cattle Company1251 Fm 2053Odonnell, TX 9351
Todd Kirkland685 Cr 386Valley View, TX 76272
wIsConsInJohn ChoateChoate CattleS4314 Hwy 23Reedsburg, WI 53959
Joseph TaylorN2848 Old F RdRio, WI 53960
Matt Weigel12653 Salebarn RdCuba City, WI 53807
New Adult Members
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ACA Bulletin
Words From Your Board memBer:
Ridin’ for the Brand – This phrase has been used by my state cattlemen’s group.
What’s it mean? To me it meant being loyal to my state cattle association and to better its cause by being supportive in its actions and helping to make it grow and prosper. Now more than ever I would like to see our membership come together and start Ridin' for the Brand.
We as Chi breeders need to start promoting our cattle on a larger basis. Whether its showring results, fed beef trial winners, feedlot performance or the ability of our cattle to be able to sustain and flourish under different cli-mates and regions of our country. We have the data to prove to the rest of the beef industry that Chi cattle have what it takes make a difference.
Now I don’t need to preach to the choir here, we already know these things. What we as breeders need to do is to get this message out. Your asso-ciation has been working on new pro-motional tools that can help you market your cattle. Use them. Please contact any of the staff and they can help you with these products.
Hats off to our staff, exhibitors con-signors and everyone else that played a part in making Louisville a huge success. We hope you liked the new format with the cattlemen’s social and our national sale. I thought it went over real well and was great to see such a good turnout for this event.
Make sure and mark your calen-dars for Denver and Ft. Worth. We
will be well represented there and hope as many as possible can be at these events and support our fellow breeders.
Ridin’ for the Brand – Make it a priority this year. It will pay dividends down the road.
Sincerely,Steve Melroe, Board Chairman
IllInoIs 4-H lIvestock JudgIng team WIns natIonal tItle
The Illinois 4-H Livestock Judging Team bested a field of 34 state teams to become the national champions at the 2010 National 4-H Livestock Judging Contest. The contest was held in conjunction with the North American International Livestock Exposition in Louisville, Ky. Team members included David Ammann of Highland, Jon Heaton of Toulon (AJCA Member), Adam Helregel of Willow Hill, Tyler Loschen of Kempton, and Dillon Lemenager of Clifton.
“The National 4-H Livestock Judging Contest is the premier event of educa-tion and competition for youth involved in livestock evaluation programs,” said Dan Jennings, University of Illinois Livestock Extension Educator.
The Illinois team placed first in swine, first in oral reasons, second in sheep and goats, fourth in cattle, and first overall. Helregel won high individual overall, high individual in sheep and goats, and high individual in oral reasons. He was also fourth in swine and fifth in cattle. Loschen was first in swine. Heaton was 12th in oral reasons. Ammann finished eighth in swine, and 11th in oral reasons.
The team was coached by University of Illinois graduate students Travis Meteer and Justin Adcock. The team
was sponsored by the Illinois 4-H Foundation and the Illinois State 4-H program.
In PassIngDouglas Browning Stephens, 85,
died Friday, November 12, 2010. He was born August 24, 1025 in
Ogden, Utah, to John Pincock and Hazel Browning Stephens. He gradu-ated from Weber High School.
On June 24, 1045, Doug married Elaine Russell. Together they had three children, Dixie (Gary) Gibson, Ogden, Utah; Leslie (Terry) Field, Grand View, Idaho; and Bruce (Debbie) Stephens, Ogden, Utah.
He was a cattleman, rancher, entre-preneur and visionary. He had many successful businesses and could see opportunity everywhere. Those who knew him will know of his many accomplishments too numerous to list.
Doug started Pleasant Valley Ranch as a young man and eventually began raising Chiangus cattle that won many awards at stock shows in Denver and Dallas. Most of his ranch was later developed into the cities of South Ogden and Washington Terrace. He was on the Board of Directors of the Bank of Utah for many years.
Steve Melroe
Pictured (L to R, front row): Tyler Loschen, David Ammann, Jon Heaton,
Adam Helregel. (L to R, back row) Dillon Lemenager; Justin Adcock, coach; John
Parker, Virginia Pork Producers; Travis Meteer, coach. Photo provided by Illinois
State 4-H Livestock Judging Team.
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He is survived by his wife and chil-dren, nine grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren; and one sister, Hazel James, Cincinnati, Ohio.
He was preceded in death by three sisters, one brothers and one great-grandchild, Katie Field.
Private family services were held Wednesday, November 17, 2010. The family respectfully suggests donations to the Weber County Library Develop-ment Fund, 2484 Jefferson, Ogden, UT, 84401.
ACA CreAting A ChiAninA Beef DireCtory
The ACA has been receiving numerous calls from restaurants and businesses that want to purchase Chi-anina beef. Therefore, the ACA would like to create a directory of breeders who have Chianina beef to sell. Most of these restaurants desire fullblood beef, however, there seems to be a demand for Chi beef in general.
If you are interested in participating in this directory, please contact Heather at (517) 214-0927 or [email protected].
the hyBriD ADvAntAg is here!!
You know your cattle have the HYBRID ADVANTAGE...now is the time to let your customer's know. Use these tags for sale cattle, private treaty sales or in your own herd.
Brand your cattle with the HYBRID ADVANTAGE by using the Hybrid AdvanTAG!!
Tags available in White, Orange & Yellow. Tags can be ordered in any numbered sequence desired, or as blank tags.
Tags are $2/each and EID paired tags are $5/each with a minimum order of 25 required.
Contact the ACA office to place your order.
ACA WeBsite noW offers BAnner ADs
The ACA would like to announce a new member service – Banner Ads on the ACA website! Members can utilize this space to advertise a sale, an operation or anything pertaining to your operation that you want to get out in front of the public, 24/7.
If you are interested in this opportu-nity, please contact Heather for more information and pricing.
You can reach Heather at (517) 214-0927 or [email protected].
We hope you enjoy and take advan-tage of this new opportunity.
ACJ CAn Design your sAle CAtAlog
The next time you have a sale catalog to produce, make sure to consider the ACJ. We can design catalogs for all breeders and organizations.
By utilizing the ACJ, you not only have a contact that has the most up to date information on your cattle, but you also help support your association.
If you are interested in having the ACJ design your catalog, please contact Heather Counts, publications manager, at (517) 214-0927 for a bid and further information. You also have the option to mail your catalog along with the ACJ if timing allows.
This is just one of many services the Association is offering breeders. We hope you take advantage of this great offer.
ACA BoArD Approves neW genetiC testing poliCy
The ACA requires animals consigned to ACA sponsored sales to be tested for known genetic abnormalities, as identi-fied by the ACA Board of Directors, if they are suspect for one or more of these genetic abnormalities. A suspect animal has a sire or dam (or both) that have tested positive as a carrier of one
or more known genetic abnormalities. If carrier status of one or both parents is unknown and one or more ances-tors have been identified as a carrier of known genetic abnormalities, the animal in question will be considered suspect for known genetic abnormali-ties. Any suspect animal with unknown carrier status for the known genetic abnormalities on sale day will not be able to sell. The sales management is responsible for publishing test results in the sale catalog and/or announcing test results for carrier status for known genetic abnormalities from the auction block sale day.
The ACA recognizes PHA, TH, AM and NH as known genetic abnormalities in which the ACA requires tests for.
ultrAsounD DAtA guiDelines
As a reminder, in order for ultrasound data to be entered with the ACA and adjustments made, all cattle must be registered. Please make sure the ultrasound technician has registration numbers to submit with the data.
Data received without registration numbers will not be processed.
If you have any questions, please contact the ACA staff.
Bulletin info neeDeDThe ACJ is always looking for inter-
esting information to print about out members. If you have ay news or activi-ties that you have been involved in, or that you know someone else has been involved in, please send in the infor-mation to Heather Counts. We will be happy to print it.
ACA Bulletin (continued)
ACJ • January 2011 15
On The Edge Of Common Senseby Baxter Black, DVM
Have you given any thought to whether there were any cows in the barn on Christmas Eve that night two thousand and ten years ago? All Luke says is
there was a manger. It doesn’t take much Bible reading to inform us that cows have been domesticated for centuries. Why, Adam even named ‘em! They’re men-tioned throughout the Old Testament, which ironically ended that very New Year’s Eve!
But, this was a manger in a barn behind an inn, a motel, I would guess. I couldn’t speculate if they had a restaurant in-house, but surely they would have offered a Continental breakfast. Scrambled eggs, a loaf of bread, some dates and honey, and of course, fresh milk! Butter on the table, cream for their coffee substi-tute. Grape juice would have been out of season and Ethiopians hadn’t invented coffee yet, just frankincense and myrrh.
So it stands to reason they kept a cow in the barn, kind of a Jersey-Corriente cross that didn’t eat much and had a calf every year that they could sacrifice or BBQ, plus some chickens and goats.
So, what difference does it make if a cow was in the barn when Jesus was born? Well, to me it represents a connection between them and those of us who also keep livestock. We can immediately picture the “stable” as it’s often portrayed. It had several pens, and alley running length-wise, hay storage at one end, maybe a lockable grain room with tools, a halter, hog snare (for gentile guests), sheep hook, some calving straps, a cat, a length of rope, and a pack for the burro. Whatever ya need to keep domestic beasts.
We also know what it smelled like; animals, hay and straw, lamp oil, pigeon droppings. It would be warm. The more the animals, the greater the body heat. It could have been cozy if the doors closed tight. We can picture the feeder, the trough that Mary laid baby Jesus in. It wouldn’t have looked like a “nest” as the Nativity scenes depict. It would have been deeper and longer. Able to hold an evening’s ration for ol’ bossy. Made of wood, with the board’s edges worn smooth from years of cows rubbing. They probably took the manger out of the cow’s pen and just threw her some hay over the fence.
It would be nice to think the Innkeeper or his wife would have shown Joe and Mary to barn. Lit the lamp, maybe found them an empty stall out of the wind, fork in some straw. The bare minimum. But still, how could they leave a woman in labor out in the barn? I don’t get it. I have to accept it all as God’s plan. Jesus was born of regular, decent working-class people. He grew up with them, learned a trade. If it were proper to say, He had a normal life for a while. God did it that way for a reason. So we could relate to Jesus better. That’s why the cow was there, so we farmers and animal lovers would feel a part of it.
For Mary’s sake, it’s too bad Joe didn’t stop on the road a bit earlier that night, like at a farmhouse. He might have received a kinder welcome. If they were my kinfolks they’d have fed ‘em supper, found ‘em a place to sleep inside and probably mid-wifed Mary! But they didn’t stop. Joe was in a hurry to get to Bethlehem, and you know how men are.
Cows In The Manger
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Thanks for a great year!As we close the books on 2010, we want to take this opportunity to thank our customers and friends for your support and confidence in our program and to say a special thank you to all who attended our first field day. We believe 2011 will be an ex-citing year at Four Roses Cattle LLC and look forward to working with you in the new year.
Check out our elite genetic offering at the 2011 Hybrid Advantage sale in Denver
Four Roses Cattle LLC is offering two embryo packages from one of the most proven cows out of the Deiter program. RDD Ms Bonus L467 has produced nearly $500,000 in progeny, including the $200,000 valued Aces Image and one of the all time great show female turned Power Cow – “Wiggles”! The “Ace” embryos are full sibs to “Wiggles” and Aces Image and need no introduction. The mating with the National Champion “Destination” has the potential to be mind blowing!
RDD Aces Image
RDD “Wiggles”
Gary & Bev Rose • Mike & Teresa Rose3395 W South River Rd., Logansport, IN 46947
574.753.4652 • www.fourrosescattle.com
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LLW Tea 37WNational Champion SimAngus/
Sim Solutions Female
Libby
Class Winner, ROV Angus Show, NAILE5th Overall Illinois State Fair Jr. Show
CARD Camilla
National Champion Chiangus Female
Taylor Graham, Bob Manning & Darren Gross
Thank you Run for the Roses buyers!
J. Riley: Owner
Jeff Wisnefski: Manager
(815) 274-3860
9736 Modena RdWyoming, IL 61491
Jules
Co-owned with Buckeye Chiangus, Convoy, Ohio
Co-owned with Gensini Cattle Co.
Division 2 Champion Female, Open ShowDivision 2 Res. Champion Female, Jr. ShowChampion Female, Badger K ickoff ClassicChampion Female, Nebraska AGR
A special thanks to Doug Vogel, Jerryd Ernthaler
& Greg Logterman for all your help and hard work
this past year!
Elite set of high performance Chiangus, Chimaine & Angus bulls for sale. Visit our website for pictures and video. www.cardinalcattle.com
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The 2010 ACA National Show and Sale was another outstanding display of Chi-influenced cattle. The week started with a powerful junior show on Sunday where Troy Shaw and Abigail Collins
walked away with the Championship banners. Monday night brought an exciting twist on the ACA National Sale and Banquet, with both events held together on one night. It was a great Chi event for all those in atten-dance.
The ACA National Show on Wednesday was another display of high quality Chi cattle. The bull shows started off the day, and Horsley Brothers and Keene Farms took home the National Champion Chiangus Banner, while Wilson Cattle Company took home the National Champion Chianina Bull honors.
Next came the female show and the cattle did not disappoint. Lucas Wisnefski and Buckeye Chiangus showed the National Champion Chi-angus Female and in the Chianina Show, Gretchen Michel took home the National Champion banner.
Congratulations to all the exhibitors, breeders and spectators on another outstanding and successful National Show.
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Grand Champion Chiangus BullHB Alternative 1CA
Exhibited by Horsley Brothers, Galva, Ill. & Keene Farms, Potosi, Wisc.Bred by Horsley Brothers, Galva, Ill.
Sire: Plainview Lutton E102 (AN) Reserve Grand Champion Chiangus BullWCC Mr Special 369W 1CA
Exhibited by Wilson Cattle Company, Cloverdale, Ind. & Lazy SB Cattle LLC, West, Texas
Bred by Wilson Cattle Company, Cloverdale, Ind.Sire: WYR Impulse 1CA
Grand Champion Chiangus FemaleCARD Aristocrat 313W 1CA
Exhibited by Lucas Wisnefski, Wyoming, Ill. & Buckeye Chiangus, Convoy, OhioBred by Cardinal Cattle Company, Wyoming, Ill.
Sire: SAV 5175 Bando 1024 (AN) Reserve Grand Champion Chiangus FemaleHBSC Ms Ace 201W 2CA
Exhibited by Hannah Winegardner, Lima, OhioBred by Deiter Brothers, Faulkton, S.D.
Sire: RDD Destinys Ace 1CA
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Grand Champion Chianina BullWCC Fog Advisory 380U 1CM
Exhibited by Wilson Cattle Company, Cloverdale, Ind.Bred by Wilson Cattle Company, Cloverdale, Ind.
Sire: WCC Midland P109 (AN) Reserve Grand Champion Chianina BullBragging Rights 1CM
Exhibited by Brad Winegardner, Lima, Ohio; Shatto Show Cattle & Puthoff Show Cattle
Bred by Brad Winegardner, Lima, OhioSire: ASHW Who Da Man
Grand Champion Chianina FemalePVC Kendall Mae 5W 1CM
Exhibited by Gretchen Michel, Fort Branch, Ind.Bred by Stowater's Chianina's, Washta, Iowa
Sire: Heat Wave 1CM Reserve Grand Champion Chianina FemaleJSUL Mama Mia 9312 1CM
Exhibited by Nick Sullivan, Dunlap, IowaBred by Nick Sullivan, Dunlap, Iowa
Sire: Monopoly 1CM
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Chiangus Bull Division Winners
Reserve Early Junior Bull Calf ChampionWCC Exact Change 352X 1CAExhibited by Wilson Cattle Co., Cloverdale, Ind.Sire: WCC Exact T53 (AN)
Reserve Late Junior Bull Calf ChampionRSRS Advancing Mercury PCAExhibited by Sheets Chiangus, West Lafayette, Ind.Sire: JSC Advantage 257T 2CA
Early Junior Bull Calf ChampionWCC Exact Science 350X 1CAExhibited by WCC Exact Science LaboratorySire: WCC Exact T53 (AN)
Late Junior Bull Calf ChampionArd Ridge Revolution 1CAExhibited by Ard Ridge Genetics, LLC, Nancy, Ky.Sire: Gambles Casino (AN)
Reserve Senior Bull Calf ChampionSLC Cadillac 2CAExhibited by Schrick Land & Cattle Ltd., Weatherford, TexasSire: JSC Crush 847N - 2 2CA
Summer Yearling ChampionWCC Rattler 379W 2CAExhibited by Wilson Cattle Co., Cloverdale, Ind.Sire: WRL Tracken Norman PCA
Senior Bull Calf ChampionTR Wake Up PCAExhibited by Talmo Ranch, Talmo, Ga.Sire: TR Trail Blazer 2CA
Reserve Junior Yearling ChampionWCC Mr Special 369W 1CAExhibited by Wilson Cattle Co., Cloverdale, Ind. & Lazy SB Cattle LLC, West, TexasSire: WYR Impulse 1CA
Junior Yearling ChampionHB Alternative 1CAExhibited by Horsley Brothers, Galva, Ill. & Keene Farms, Potosi, Wisc.Sire: Plainview Lutton E102 (AN)
Summer Yearling Reserve ChampionVBS Star Tracker 415W PCAExhibited by VBS Farms, Falmouth, Ky.Sire: WRL Tracken Norman PCA
Senior Yearling ChampionGOP TACK Kendall Martin 1CAExhibited by Grand 'Ole Place Farms, Nicho-lasville, Ky. & Andy Tackett, Falmouth, Ky.Sire: Rito 9FB3 of 5H11 Fullbk
Senior Yearling Reserve ChampionEAF Improver 1U 2CAExhibited by Eric & Adele Flynn, Wellington, OhioSire: MEFC Improver 2N 1CA
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Reserve Late Junior Heifer Calf ChampionHBSC Ms Blackberry 133X 1CAExhibited by Holt Brothers, Faulkton, S.D.Sire: Plainview Lutton E102 (AN)
Early Junior Heifer Calf ChampionArd Ridge Dorothy 42X 2CAExhibited by PD Miller, Torrington, Wyo.Sire: BLFM Entourage 1CA
Reserve Early Junior Heifer Calf ChampionHBSC Ms Wiggles 081X 1CAExhibited by Holt Brothers, Faulkton, S.D.Sire: Plainview Lutton E102 (AN)
Late Junior Heifer Calf ChampionArd Ridge Sweet 080X PCAExhibited by Kelsey Culp, Nicholasville, Ky.Sire: Ard Ridge Wildcard 2CA
Senior Heifer Calf ChampionLSB Raven Rebel 311W 1CAExhibited by Abigail Collins, Germantown, OhioSire: BC 7022 Raven 7965 (AN)
Junior Yearling ChampionCARD Aristocrat 313W 1CAExhibited by Lucas Wisnefski, Wyoming, Ill. & Buckeye Chiangus, Convoy, OhioSire: SAV 5175 Bando 1024 (AN)
Reserve Senior Heifer Calf ChampionHIGG Wild Heart 93W 2CAExhibited by Allison Higgins, Watertown, Tenn.Sire: RDD Aces High 6N 1CA
Reserve Summer Yearling ChampionANC Skittles 2CAExhibited by Abby Nelson, Valparaiso, Neb.Sire: JDNC OJ 1CA
Summer Yearling ChampionHBSC Ms Ace 201W 2CAExhibited by Hannah Winegardner, Lima, OhioSire: RDD Destinys Ace 1CA
Reserve Junior Yearling ChampionWCC Mignonne 362W 1CAExhibited by Wilson Cattle Co., Cloverdale, Ind. & Four Roses Cattle LLC, Logansport, Ind.Sire: RDD Tracer 2CA
Reserve Senior Yearling ChampionFBF Uniqua 665U 2CAExhibited by Ramsey Johnson, Winchester, Ky.Sire: JSC Crush 847N - 2 2CA
Senior Yearling ChampionTR U Know It PCAExhibited by Kelsey Culp, Nicholasville, Ky.Sire: VOL Cara's Boy 31J 2CA
Chiangus Female Division Winners
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Reserve Late Junior Bull Calf ChampionGCT Duke of Daisy 1CMExhibited by Taylor Graham, Crossville, Tenn.Sire: Hannibal
Late Junior Bull Calf ChampionLMJ Upgrade 95 1CMExhibited by Jeff Miller, Cutler, Ind.Sire: Mr NLC Upgrade U8676 (SM)
Junior Yearling ChampionBragging Rights 1CMExhibited by Brad Winegardner, Lima, Ohio; Shatto Show Cattle & Puthoff Show CattleSire: ASHW Who Da Man
Senior Bull Calf ChampionWGM Jeff IExhibited by James Johnson, Polk City, IowaSire: BOBJ Faul Guy I
Reserve Senior Yearling ChampionWCC Easy Rider 350U 1CMExhibited by Wilson Cattle Co., Cloverdale, Ind. & Four Roses Cattle LLC, Logansport, Ind.Sire: Hannibal
Reserve Junior Yearling ChampionMSC Ring Leader 1CMExhibited by Myers Show Cattle, Taylorville, Ill.Sire: PCR Jigsaw 689 1CM
Senior Yearling ChampionWCC Fog Advisory 380U 1CMExhibited by Wilson Cattle Co., Cloverdale, Ind.Sire: WCC Midland P109 (AN)
Early Junior Bull Calf ChampionLBG Max 1CMExhibited by Swafford Chiangus, Pikeville, Tenn. & Garrett Show Cattle, Richmond, Ind.Sire: Simmental
Reserve Early Junior Bull Calf ChampionDAJS The Silver Bullet 546 1CMExhibited by Katy Satree, Montague, TexasSire: Milkman 1CM
Cow/Calf ChampionHXC Blackbird 890N 1CAExhibited by Wyld Eyed Dream Farm, Paris, Ky.Sire: Eagle Scout 2CA
Chiangus Female Results Cont.
Chianina Bull Division Winners
A special thank you to our judges at the 2010 NAILE. Chris Mullinix sorted the junior cattle and Dan Hoge judged the open show. Both judges were very impressed with the cattle exhibited and talked very favorably about our Chi cattle.
Junior Show JudgeChris Mullinix
ACA Thank You
Open Show JudgeDan Hoge
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Reserve Late Junior Heifer Calf ChampionWLJ Watch Her Strut 145X 2CMExhibited by Megan Hunt, New Madison, OhioSire: Wave On Wave 1CM
Early Junior Heifer Calf ChampionSIMM Miss Libby 2CMExhibited by Sydney Wisnefski, Wyoming, Ill. & Jamie Moore, Piasa, Ill.Sire: WNT Carnac 88P 1CM
Late Junior Heifer Calf ChampionWCC Struttin 387X 1CMExhibited by Wilson Cattle Company, Cloverdale, Ind. & Young Brothers, Springville, Tenn.Sire: KF PRecision 361 (AN)
Senior Heifer Calf ChampionWCC Struttin 395W 1CMExhibited by Wilson Cattle Co., Cloverdale, Ind. & Hunter Hamilton, Heltonville, Ind.Sire: CJ Prestige 25T (AN)
Reserve Summer Yearling ChampionPCFR Libby 1CMExhibited by Hannah Winegardner, Lima, OhioSire: ASHW Who Da Man
Summer Yearling ChampionDAJS Ms Lightining 546 1CMExhibited by Alex Sullivan, Mt. Olive, Miss.Sire: Doctor Who 1CM
Reserve Early Junior Heifer Calf ChampionBK Xceptional 001 1CMExhibited by Christine Kleman, Ottawa, Ohio & Avry Wood, Stratford, Okla.Sire: BK Unlimited Power 472 (MA)
Junior Yearling ChampionPVC Kendall Mae 5W 1CMExhibited by Gretchen Michel, Fort Branch, Ind.Sire: Heat Wave 1CM
Reserve Junior Yearling ChampionJSUL Mama Mia 9312 1CMExhibited by Nick Sullivan, Dunlap, IowaSire: Monopoly 1CM
Cow/Calf ChampionRJ Miss Who 44P 1CMExhibited by Kendra VanOrder, Hamilton, Mich.Sire: Doctor Who 1CM
Reserve Cow/Calf ChampionKober Cox Sweet Hit 1S 1CMExhibited by Quintin Bucher, Marietta, Ill.Sire: BHSC Direct Hit 54
Reserve Senior Heifer Calf ChampionSLC Daisey 1CMExhibited by Schrick Land & Cattle, Ltd., Weatherford, TexasSire: TTSJ Sweet Victory 160T 1CM
Chianina Female Division Winners
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Chiangus Bull show
Class 11) Ard Ridge Revolution 1CA, exhibited by Ard Ridge Genetics, Nancy, Ky.; 2) RSRS Advancing Mercury PCA, exhibited by Sheets Chiangus, West Lafayette, Ind.; 3) MSFC Sabre 1CA, exhib-ited by Marion Smith & Family, Lynn, Ind.; 4) WEDF Commando 89X 2CA, exhibited by Wyld Eyed Dream Farm, Paris, Ky.
Class 41) WLCF Santana 261X 1CA, exhibited by Wood-lawn Farms, Lawrenceburg, Tenn.; 2) GOON Mr Shakey 5X 1CA, exhibited by Begoon Farms, Grottoes, Va.
Class 51) WCC Exact Change 352X 1CA, exhibited by Wilson Cattle Company, Cloverdale, Ind.; 2) DCL Mr Rattle 1436R X 2CA, exhibited by Clarahan Farms, Harper, Iowa; 3) Rendition 003X 1CA, exhibited by Woodlawn Farms, Lawrenceburg, Tenn.
Class 61) WCC Exact Science 350X 1CA, exhibited by Exact Science Laboratory, Cloverdale, Ind.; 2) The Real Deal 1CA, exhibited by Kris & Stacey Banter, Eaton, Ind.
Class 91) SLC Mr Scrappy 2CA, exhibited by Schrick Land & Cattle Ltd., Weatherford, Texas; 2) Ard Ridge Chuck Taylor PCA, exhibited by Ard Ridge Genetics, LLC, Nancy, Ky.
Class 101) TR Wake Up PCA, exhibited by Talmo Ranch, Talmo, Ga.; 2) SLC Cadillac 2CA, exhibited by Schrick Land & Cattle, Ltd., Weatherford, Texas
Class 131) Four Roses Davinci 49W 1CA, exhibited by Four Roses Cattle LLC, Logansport, Ind.
Class 141) WCC Rattler 379W 2CA, exhibited by Wilson Cattle Company, Cloverdale, Ind.; 2) VBS Star Tracker 415W PCA, exhibited by VBS Farm, Fal-mouth, Ky.; 3) SLAS Winston 84W 1CA, exhib-ited by Gehrke Farms, Hartsburg, Ill.; 4) Four Roses Diamond Cutter 1CA, exhibited by Four Roses Cattle LLC, Logansport, Ind.
Class 171) WCC Mr Special 369W 1CA, exhibited by Wilson Cattle Company, Cloverdale, Ind. & Lazy SB Cattle LLC, West, Texas; 2) FBF War Look 413W 1CA, exhibited by Foster Brothers Farms,
Lockney, Texas
Class 181) HB Alternative 1CA, exhibited by Keene Farms, Potosi, Wisc. & Horsley Brothers, Galva, Ill.; 2) Sky Meadows Sawyer 2CA, exhibited by Sky Meadows Farm, Annville, Pa.
Class 191) WLCF Poker Face 2CA, exhibited by Wood-lawn Farms, Lawrenceburg, Tenn.
Class 221) EAF Improver 1U 2CA, exhibited by Eric & Adele Flynn, Wellington, Ohio
Class 231) GOP TACK Kendall martin 1CA, exhibited by Grand ‘Ole Place Farms, Nicholasville, Ky. & Andy Tackett, Falmouth, Ky.
Chiangus Female show
Class 281) TYMF Reba Is Free 1CA, exhibited by Sheets Chiangus, West Lafayette, Ind.; 2) Girl Power 2CA, exhibited by Darcy McCoin, Eaton, Ind.; 3) VBS Ms Too Die For 50X 1CA, exhibited by Landon Hall, Campbellsburg, Ky.; 4) CARD Erroline 936X 1CA, exhibited by Cardinal Cattle Co.,Wyoming, Ill. & Taylor Graham, Crossville, Tenn.; 5) HIGG Satin And Lace 073X 2CA, exhib-ited by Amelia Higgins, Watertown, Tenn.; 6) SC Sheeza Lady 1CA, exhibited by Zachary Swaf-ford, Pikeville, Tenn.
Class 291) Ard Ridge Sweet 080X PCA, exhibited by Kelsey Culp, Nicholasville, Ky.; 2) HBSC Ms Blackberry 133X 1CA, exhibited by Holt Brothers, Aberdeen, S.D.; 3) HBSC Ms Wiggles 678X 1CA, exhibited by Holt Brothers, Aber-deen, S.D.; 4) RSRS Cassidys Dutches 2CA, exhibited by Madison Stockdale, Waynetown, Ind.; 5) WLCF Skydiver 006X 1CA, exhibited by Woodlawn Farms, Lawrenceburg, Tenn.; 6) Four Roses First Lady 1CA, exhibited by Four Roses Cattle LLC, Logansport, Ind.; 7) WEDF Mariah 120X 1CA, exhibited by Wyld Eyed Dream Farm, Paris, Ky. & Emberson Show Cattle, Nowata, Okla.
Class 321) HBSC Ms Wiggles 081X 1CA, exhibited by Holt Brothers, Aberdeen, S.D.; 2) CARD Ms Molly 98X 1CA, exhibited by Cardinal Cattle Co., Wyoming, Ill. & Bob Manning; 3) ARCC/GF Cara 09X PCA, exhibited by Gehrke Farms, Hartsburg, Ill. & Ard Ridge Genetics LLC, Nancy,
Ky.; 4) WCC Miss Rattle 362X 1CA, exhibited by Lazy SB Cattle LLC, West, Texas & Wilson Cattle Company, Cloverdale, Ind.; 5) GOP Lucindas Foolish Pleasure PCA, exhibited by Laurel Culp, Nicholasville, Ky.; 6) GOON Wiggles 3X 2CA, exhibited by Begoon Farms, Grottoes, Va.; 7) MRLL Xtra Magic PCA, exhibited by Melissa Lance, Blairsville, Ga.
Class 331) SLD One Cool Wiggle 0S01X 1CA, exhibited by Ty Sexton, Ainsworth, Iowa; 2) LSB Sultans Charm 144X 2CA, exhibited by Green Oak Farms, Farmersville, Ohio; 3) WCC Miss Rattle 354X 1CA, exhibited by Wilson Cattle Company, Cloverdale, Ind. & Hunter Hamilton, Heltonville, Ind.; 4) WLCF Pretty Face 002X 1CA, exhibited by Morgan Lehnert, Lawrenceburg, Tenn.; 5) TR Xtra Lace PCA, exhibited by Talmo Ranch, Talmo, Ga.
Class 341) Ard Ridge Dorothy 42X 2CA, exhibited by PD Miller, Torrington, Wyo.; 2) LSB Exact Gold 130X 1CA, exhibited by Wilson Cattle Company, Cloverdale, Ind.; 3) RSRS Venetia 1CA, exhib-ited by Kaitlin Block, Paris, Ill.; 4) GF Erin 08X 1CA, exhibited by Gehrke Farms, Hartsburg, Ill.; 5) LBG Randi 1CA, exhibited by Garrett Show Cattle, Richmond, Ind.
Class 371) HIGG Wild Heart 93W 2CA, exhibited by Allison Higgins, Watertown, Tenn.; 2) Ard Ridge Barbara 940 PCA, exhibited by Ard Ridge Genetics LLC, Nancy, Ky.; 3) SLC Jessica 2CA, exhibited by Schrick Land & Cattle Ltd., Weath-erford, Texas
Class 381) Four Roses Desiree 73W 2CA, exhibited by Four Roses Cattle LLC, Logansport, Ind.; 2) RSRS Versace 1CA, exhibited by Brittany Culp, Nicholasville, Ky.; 3) JMRT Cerene PCA, exhib-ited by Josh Waters, Talmo, Ga.
Class 391) LSB Raven Rebel 311W 1CA, exhibited by Abigail Collins, Germantown, Ohio; 2) TR Watch Me PCA, exhibited by Talmo Ranch, Talmo, Ga.; 3) WCC Miss Rattle 388W 1CA, exhibited by Wilson Cattle Company, Cloverdale, Ind. & Schrick Land & Cattle Ltd., Weatherford, Texas; 4) Ard Ridge Lass 2CA, exhibited by Colton Ogburn, Ghent, Ky.; 5) SLC Ms Time 1CA, exhib-ited by Schrick Land & Cattle Ltd., Weatherford, Texas; 6) TR Warm Hearted 2CA, exhibited by Jacob Davis, Huntersville, N.C.
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Class 421) ANC Skittles 2CA, exhibited by Abby Nelson, Valapariso, Neb.; 2) WLCF Teazer 1CA, exhibited by Morgan Lehnert, Lawrenceburg, Tenn.
Class 431) HBSC Ms Ace 201W 2CA, exhibited by Hannah Winegardner, Lima, Ohio; 2) VBS Cara 30W PCA, exhibited by VBS Farm, Falmouth, Ky.
Class 461) WCC Mignonne 362W 1CA, exhibited by Wilson Cattle Company, Cloverdale, Ind. & Four Roses Cattle LLC, Logansport, Ind.
Class 471) CARD Aristocrat 313W 1CA, exhibited by Lucas Wisnefski, Wyoming, Ill. & Buckeye Chi-angus, Convoy, Ohio
Class 481) Ard Ridge Cara 66W 2CA, exhibited by Gehrke Farms, Hartsburg, Ill. & Ard Ridge Genetics LLC, Nancy, Ky.; 2) DCL Ms Shes New 903W 2CA, exhibited by Clarahan Farms, Harper, Iowa
Class 491) WLCF Zeba 1CA, exhibited by Morgan Lehnert, Lawrenceburg, Tenn.
Class 521) TR U Know It PCA, exhibited by Kelsey Culp, Nicholasville, Ky.
Class 531) FBF Uniqua 665U 2CA, exhibited by Ramsey Johnson, Winchester, Ky.; 2) TR U Shirley Can 2CA, exhibited by Laurel Culp, Nicholasville, Ky.
Class 561) HXC Blackbird 890N 1CA, exhibited by Wyld Eyed Dream Farm, Paris, Ky.
Chianina Bull Show
Class 11) WEDF Black Magic 41X 1CM, exhibited by Wyld Eyed Dream Farm, Paris, Ky.; 2) HETT Hidden Power 1CM, exhibited by Natalie Hett-mansperger, Science Hill, Ky.
Class 21) LMJ Upgrade 95 1CM, exhibited by Jeff Miller, Cutler, Ind.; 2) GCT Duke of Daisy 1CM, exhibited by Taylor Graham, Crossville, Tenn.; 3) Holleys Iktomi 1CM, exhibited by Holley Cattle Company, Bowling Green, Ky.; 4) WEDF Enforcer 54X 1CM, exhibited by Wyld Eyed Dream Farm, Paris, Ky.
Class 51) DAJS The Silver Bullet 546 1CM, exhibited by Katy Satree, Montague, Texas; 2) CKG Infinity 004 2CM, exhibited by Ventura Farm, Bath, Mich.; 3) STLR Mojito 1CM, exhibited by AC Cattle Co., Hoskins, Neb.; 4) DRFF Turner Brown 1CM, exhibited by Rhoades Cattle Co., Avilla, Ind.; 5) CKG Watch Out 007 1CM, exhibited by Ventura Farm, Bath, Mich.; 6) Main Stream Gladiator 101X 1CM, exhibited by Colin Shady, Louisville, Ky.; 7) ARF Vortex 2CM, exhibited by Matthew Paddick, Sumner, Ill.
Class 61) LBG Max 1CM, exhibited by Garrett Show Cattle, Richmond, Ind. & Swafford Chiangus, Pikeville, Tenn.; 2) LW Alias 6X 1CM, exhibited by MarLes Acres, Versailles, Ohio; 3) DRFF Return 2CM, exhibited by Rhoades Cattle Co., Avilla, Ind.; 4) PVCF Hitmans Chaos 1CM, exhib-ited by Pleasant View Chianina Farm, Onondaga, Mich.
Class 91) WGM Jeff I, exhibited by James Victor Johnson, Polk City, Iowa
Class 121) MSC Ring Leader 1CM, exhibited by Myers Show Cattle, Taylorville, Ill.; 2) VBS Doc Mira 21W 1CM, exhibited by VBS Farm, Falmouth, Ky.
Class 131) Bragging Rights 1CM, exhibited by Brad Winegardner, Lima, Ohio & Shatto Show Cattle & Puthoff Show Cattle; 2) HBSC Doctor Ray 2W 1CM, exhibited by Schuring Farms Inc., Andover, S.D. & Holt Brothers, Aberdeen, S.D.; 3) LW Heat 26W 2CM, exhibited by MarLes Acres, Versailles, Ohio
Class 161) WCC Fog Advisory 380U 1CM, exhibited by Wilson Cattle Company, Cloverdale, Ind.
Class 171) WCC Easy Rider 350U 1CM, exhibited by Wilson Cattle Company, Cloverdale, Ind. & Four Roses Cattle LLC, Logansport, Ind.
Chianina Female Show
Class 221) WCC Struttin 387X 1CM, exhibited by Wilson Cattle Company, Cloverdale, Ind. & Young Brothers, Springville, Tenn.; 2) WLJ Watch Her Strut 145X 2CM, exhibited by Megan Hunt, New Madison, Ohio; 3) RMHC Selena 2CM, exhibited by Shelby Manning, Union City, Ohio; 4) MSC
Paris 2CM, exhibited by Alec Myers, Taylorville, Ill.; 5) GF Addie 34X 1CM, exhibited by Gehrke Farms, Hartsburg, Ill.; 6) Holleys Biker Babe 132X 1CM, exhibited by Joey Bockbrader, Bloomdale, Ohio; 7) Miss Q Who 2CM, exhibited by Quintin Bucher, Marietta, Ill.; 8) MSFC Wendy 06X 2CM, exhibited by Sharon Smith, Lynn, Ind.
Class 231) CKG Hanna 009 1CM, exhibited by Dany-elle Himburg, Petersburg, Mich.; 2) LMJ Ms Immortal 1 1CM, exhibited by Jeff Miller, Cutler, Ind.; 3) CKG Maddie 008 2CM, exhibited by Brooke Rupprecht, Vassar, Mich.; 4) MCH Nikki 1CM, exhibited by Joey Bockbrader, Bloomdale, Ohio; 5) GF Miss Stockman 33X, exhibited by Gehrke Farms, Hartsburg, Ill.; 6) LMJ Immortal 10 1CM, exhibited by Jeff Miller, Cutler, Ind.; 7) BJRF Adrina 2CM, exhibited by Brooke Rup-precht, Vassar, Mich.; 8) GOON Ms Hot Rock 21X 1CM, exhibited by Begoon Farms, Grottoes, Va.; 9) MCCF Jemma 1CM, exhibited by Candace Muir, Waynesfield, Ohio; 10) CKG Whisper 011 1CM, exhibited by Ventura Farm, Bath, Mich.; 11) MLD Shes Smokin Hot 1CM, exhibited by Mark & Liz DeHaven, Lynn, Ind.
Class 261) KBSC Miss Monopoly 1X 1CM, exhibited by Kendall Bremer, Blakesburg, Va.; 2) LMJ Ms Immortal 45 1CM, exhibited by Jeff Miller, Cutler, Ind.; 3) CKG Darla 002 2CM, exhibited by Ventura Farm, Bath, Mich.; 4) MLD Hot Hannah 1CM, exhibited by Mark & Liz DeHaven, Lynn, Ind.; 5) GOON Paige Turner 217X 1CM, exhibited by Begoon Farms, Grottoes, Va.; 6) VBS Ms Mira Two 1X 2CM, exhibited by Carter Mobley, Georgetown, Ky.
Class 271) BK Xceptional 001 1Cm, exhibited by Chris-tine Kleman, Ottawa, Ohio & Avry Wood, Strat-ford, Okla.; 2) SLD Miss Night Train 0S11X 1CM, exhibited by Ty Sexton, Ainsworth, Iowa; 3) MINN Elanoar 1X 1CM, exhibited by Jon Heaton, Toulon, Ill.; 4) CHAM Miss Lexie 2CM, exhibited by Becca Chamberlin, Winchester, Ind.; 5) CFCC Maggie 338X 1CM, exhibited by Payton Farmer, Brownstown, Ind.; 6) McFarlands 080X 1CM, exhibited by Dillon Garver, Paris, Ill.; 7) Main Stream Gabrilla 102X 1CM, exhibited by Colin Shady, Louisville, Ky.; 8) GF Ariels Image 70X 1CM, exhibited by Gehrke Farms, Hartsburg, Ill.; 9) MFF Miley 2CM, exhibited by Kerrigan Bartrum, Kokomo, Ind.
Class 281) Miss Burch 015 1CM, exhibited by Alex Sullivan, Mt. Olive, Miss.; 2) HTF Naomi 1CM, exhibited by Ali Muir, Waynesfield, Ohio; 3) SRR
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Miss Hollywood 9X 2CM, exhibited by Blythe Graham, Crossville, Tenn.
Class 291) SIMM Miss Libby 2CM, exhibited by Sydney Wisnefski, Wyoming, Ill. & Jamie Moore, Piasa, Ill.; 2) GOP Joslyn James 1001X 1CM, exhibited by Brandon Culp, Rensselaer, Ind.
Class 321) WCC Struttin 395W 1CM, exhibited by Wilson Cattle Company, Cloverdale, Ind. & Hunter Hamilton, Heltonville, Ind.; 2) SLC Daisey 1CM, exhibited by Schrick Land & Cattle, Ltd., Weatherford, Texas; 3) CLC DLX Jillian 1CM, exhibited by Chloe Adair Dill, Alexandria, Tenn.; 4) SC Blossom, exhibited by Zachary Swafford, Pikeville, Tenn.
Class 331) MM Delia 1CM, exhibited by Natalie Hett-mansperger, Science Hill, Ky.
Class 361) GF Ms Mina 103W 1CM, exhibited by Gehrke Farms, Hartsburg, Ill.
Class 371) DAJS Ms Lightining 546 1CM, exhibited by Alex Sullivan, Mt. Olive, Miss.; 2) PCFR Libby 1CM, exhibited by Hannah Winegardner, Lima, Ohio; 3) CFCC RF Lady Gaga 18W 1CM, exhib-ited by Clayton Main, Seymour, Ind.; 4) OWC
Cherry Girl 947W 2CM, exhibited by Ashley Cherry, Martinsville, Ind.
Class 401) PVC Kendall Mae 5W 1CM, exhibited by Gretchen Michel, Fort Branch, Ind.; 2) JSUL Mama Mia 9312 1CM, exhibited by Nick Sul-livan, Dunlap, Iowa; 3) Trixie 434W 1CM, exhib-ited by Samantha Brooke, Albion, Ind.; 4) RESC Ms Foxy 1CM, exhibited by McKinzie Miller, Columbus, Neb.; 5) KGST 30W Louise 1CM, exhibited by Paige Miller, Torrington, Wyo.; 6) RIST Miss Playmate 920W 1CM, exhibited by Taylor Graham, Crossville, Tenn.; 7) HBSC Candi 243W 1CM, exhibited by Emma Schaunaman, Aberdeen, S.D.; 8) Freckles 924W 1CM, exhib-ited by Morgan Lehnert, Lawrenceburg, Tenn.; 9) BPF Princess 302W 1CM, exhibited by Landon Hall, Campbellsburg, Ky.; 10) ARF Mitzie 2CM, exhibited by Matthew Paddick, Sumner, Ill.; 11) VBS Ms Holley 11W 1CM, exhibited by VBS Farm, Falmouth, Ky.
Class 411) Moe 90W 1CM, exhibited by Bailey Core, Pleasantville, Iowa; 2) CLS Miss Hot Cookie 1CM, exhibited by Victoria Trbovich, Waynes-burg, Ohio; 3) SWSN 265W 1CM, exhibited by DJ Martin, Bargersville, Ind.; 4) WLJ Ms Hired Man 36W 2CM, exhibited by Cory Altena, Georga, Iowa; 5) CARD Eagles Lady 32W 1CM, exhibited by Morgan Swiecichoswki, Pulaski, Wisc. & Greg Logterman & Justin Tom; 6) DSUL
Ashton 42W 1CM, exhibited by Hannah Wine-gardner, Lima, Ohio; 7) WINC Josie 935W 1CM, exhibited by Halley Becking, Florence, S.D.; 8) IMB Blue Bell 1CM, exhibited by Jordan Cox, Trenton, N.C.; 9) Four Roses Sugar Baby 1CM, exhibited by Ross Helms, Galveston, Ind.
Class 421) MCCF Nikelle 1CM, exhibited by Shelby Manning, Union City, Ohio; 2) DUNK Miss Diva 4W 1CM, exhibited by Gunnar Peterson, Wayne, Neb.
Class 431) DPF Erin 01W 1CM, exhibited by Ali Muir, Waynesfield, Ohio
Class 461) RJ Miss Who 44P 1CM, exhibited by Kendra VanOrder, Hamilton, Mich.; 2) Kober Cox Sweet Hit 1S 1CM, exhibited by Quintin Bucher, Mari-etta, Ill.
Junior Get of SireVentura Farm, Bath, Mich.
Produce of DamWilson Cattle Company, Cloverdale, Ind.
Best Six HeadWilson Cattle Company, Cloverdale, Ind.
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2010 Premier Breeder & exhiBitor
Wilson Cattle CompanyCloverdale, Indiana
For the second year in a row, Wilson Cattle Company, Cloverdale, Ind., swept the premier contest this year, claiming both Premier Exhibitor and Premier Breeder honors.
Congratulations to Bill, Chad and the entire Wilson Cattle Company crew! Great Job!
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Reserve Grand Champion Chianina HeiferMoe 90W 1CM
Exhibited by Bailey Core, Pleasantville, IowaBred by Michael Matthews, Terril, Iowa
Sire: Monopoly 1CM
Grand Champion Chiangus HeiferLSB Raven Rebel 311W 1CA
Exhibited by Abigail Collins, Germantown, OhioBred by Foster Brothers Farms, Lockney, Texas
Sire: BC 7022 Raven 7965 (AN)
Reserve Grand Champion Chiangus HeiferCARD Aristocrat 313W 1CA
Exhibited by Lucas Wisnefski, Wyoming, Ill.Bred by Cardinal Cattle Company, Wyoming, Ill.
Sire: SAV 5175 Bando 1024
Grand Champion Chianina HeiferBlonde Lady 1CM
Exhibited by Troy Shaw, Ogden, IowaBred by Troy Shaw, Ogden, Iowa
Sire: Monopoly 1CM
Champion Bred & Owned Chianina HeiferCHAM Miss Lexie 2CM
Exhibited & Bred by Becca Chamberlin, Winchester, Ind.Sire: Monopoly 1CM
Champion Bred & Owned Chiangus HeiferWLCF Teazer 1CA
Exhibited & Bred by Morgan Lehnert, Lawrenceburg, Tenn.Sire: Connealy Power One (AN)
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Junior Heifer SHow CHampionS
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Chiangus Division Champions
Late Junior Heifer Calf ChampionHBSC Ms Wiggles 678X 1CA, exhibited by Emma Schaunaman, Aberdeen, S.D.Late Junior Heifer Calf Reserve ChampionHBSC Miss Blackberry 133X 1CA, exhibited by Hannah Winegardner, Lima, OhioEarly Junior Heifer Calf ChampionHBSC Ms Wiggles 081X 1CA, exhibited by Demi Powers, Fayette, OhioEarly Junior Heifer Calf Reserve ChampionSLD One Cool Wiggle 0S01X 1CA, exhibited by Ty Sexton, Ainsworth, IowaSenior Heifer Calf ChampionLSB Raven Rebel 311W 1CA, exhibited by Abigail Collins, Germantown, OhioSenior Heifer Calf Reserve ChampionRSRS Versace 1CA, exhibited by Brittany Culp, Nicholasville, Ky.Summer Yearling ChampionHBSC Ms Ace 201W 2CA, exhibited by Hannah Winegardner, Lima, OhioSummer Yearling Reserve ChampionWLCF Teazer 1CA, exhibited by Morgan Lehnert, Lawrenceburg, Tenn.Junior Yearling ChampionCARD Aristocrat 313W 1CA, exhibited by Lucas Wisnefski, Wyoming, Ill.Junior Yearling Reserve ChampionJSC Ms Adavntage 289W 2CA, exhibited by Ethan Hanold, Brighton, Ill.Senior Yearling ChampionFBF Uniqua 665U 2CA, exhibited by Ramsey Johnson, Winchester, Ky.Senior Yearling Reserve ChampionTR U Know It PCA, exhibited by Kelsey Culp, Nicholasville, Ky.
Class 11) VBS Ms Too Die For 50X 1CA, exhibited by Landon Hall, Campbells-burg, Ky.; 2) Lilas 17X PCA, exhibited by Ethan Hanold, Brighton, Ill.; 3) HIGG Satin and Lace 073X 2CA, exhibited by Amelia Higgins, Watertown, Tenn.; 4) Girl Power 2CA, exhibited by Darcy McCoin, Eaton, Ind.; 5) SC Sheeza Lady 1CA, exhibited by Zachary Swafford, Pikeville, Tenn.
Class 21) HBSC Ms Wiggles 678X 1CA, exhibited by Emma Schaunaman, Aberdeen, S.D.; 2) HBSC Ms Blackberry 133X 1CA, exhibited by Hannah Winegardner, Lima, Ohio; 3) RSRS Cassidys Dutches 2CA, exhibited by Madison Stockdale, Waynetown, Ind.
Class 51) HBSC Ms Wiggles 081X 1CA, exhibited by Demi Powers, Fayette, Ohio; 2) STCC Daisy Mae 045X 1CA, exhibited by Adrianne Trennepohl, Middletown, Ind.; 3) GOP Lucindas Foolish Pleasure PCA, exhibited by Laurel Culp, Nicholasville, Ky.
Class 61) SLD One Cool Wiggle 0S01X 1CA, exhibited by Ty Sexton, Ainsworth, Iowa
Class 71) RSRS Venetia 1CA, exhibited by Kaitlin Block, Paris, Ill.
Class 101) RSRS Versace 1CA, exhibited by Brittany Culp, Nicholasville, Ky.; 2) HIGG Wild Heart 93W 2CA, exhibited by Allison Higgins, Watertown, Tenn.; 3) JMRT Cerene PCA, exhibited by Josh Waters, Talmo, Ga.
Class 111) LSB Raven Rebel 311W 1CA, exhibited by Abigail Collins, Germantown, Ohio; 2) Ard Ridge Lass 2CA, exhibited by Colton Ogburn, Ghent, Ky.
Class 141) HBSC Ms Ace 201W 2CA, exhibited by Hanna Winegardner, Lima, Ohio; 2) WLCF Teazer 1CA, exhibited by Morgan Lehnert, Lawrenceburg, Tenn.; 3) ANC Skittles 2CA, exhibited by Abby Nelson, Valparaiso, Neb.
Class 171) CARD Aristocrat 313W 1CA, exhibited by Lucas Wisnefski, Wyoming, Ill.; 2) JSC Ms Advantage 289W 2CA, exhibited by Ethan Hanold, Brigh-ton, Ill.; 3) DSL Ms Shes New 903W 2CA, exhibited by Keiffer Sexton, Ainsworth, Ill.
Class 181) WLCF Zeba 1CA, exhibited by Morgan Lehnert, Lawrenceburg, Tenn.
Class 211)FBF Uniqua 665U 2CA, exhibited by Ramsey Johnson, Winchester, Ky.; 2) TR U Know It PCA, exhibited by Kelsey Culp, Nicholasville, Ky.; 3) TR U Shirley Can 2CA, exhibited by Laurel Culp, Nicholasville, Ky.
Chianina Division Champions
Late Junior Heifer Calf ChampionCocos Puff 1CM, exhibited by Reed Hanes, Greenville, OhioLate Junior Heifer Calf Reserve ChampionDSCA Rosebud 638X 2CM, exhibited by Mark Blake, Earl Park, Ind.Early Junior Heifer Calf ChampionCHAM Miss Lexie 2CM, exhibited by Becca Chamberlin, Winchester, Ind.Early Junior Heifer Calf Reserve ChampionSIMM Miss Libby 2CM, exhibited by Sydney Wisnefski, Wyoming, Ill.Senior Heifer Calf ChampionMMMC Miss Donna 1CM, exhibited by Travis Royster, Winder, Ga.Senior Heifer Calf Reserve ChampionRose Bud 902W 1CM, exhibited by Kaitlan Canaday, Toccoa, Ga.Summer Yearling ChampionICS Sweetness 34W 1CM, exhibited by Kale Spengler, Durant, IowaSummer Yearling Reserve ChampionKRZY Jackie 990W 1CM, exhibited by Austin Line, Seaton, Ill.Junior Yearling ChampionBlonde Lady 1CM, exhibited by Troy Shaw, Ogden, IowaJunior Yearling Reserve ChampionMoe 90W 1CM, exhibited by Bailey Core, Pleasantville, IowaSenior Yearling ChampionWolfridge Babe-ilicious 491U 1CM, exhibited by Cooper Canada, Morehead, Ky.Cow/Calf ChampionRJ Miss Who 44P 1CM, exhibited by Kendra VanOrder, Hamilton, Mich.Cow/Calf Reserve ChampionBESC Miss Lacey 1CM, exhibited by Blake Ebersole, Sterling, Ill.
Class 11) RMHC Selena 2CA, exhibited by Shelby Manning, Union City, Ohio; 2) MSC Paris 2CM, exhibited by Alec Myers, Taylorville, Ill.; 3) Whos A Lady 1CM, exhibited by Michala Nierman, Brownstown, Ind.; 4) TMN Saggie Maggie 1CM, exhibited by Roxie Newell, Michigantown, Ind.; 5) KJD Erica 32X 2CM, exhibited by Blake Morehead, Alexandria, Ind.; 6) MVMF 750X 1CM, exhibited by Jeffrey Smith, Williams, Ind.; 7) Holleys Biker Babe 132X 1CM, exhibited by Joey Bockbrader, Bloomdale, Ohio; 8) RF Miss Mo 1CM, exhibited by John Baltzell, Waynesville, N.C.; 9) LMJ Ms Womanizer 9059 1CM, exhibited by Olivia Claire, Watseka, Ill.; 10) Miss Q Who 2CM, exhibited by Quintin Bucher, Marietta, Ill.; 11) MSFC Wendy 06X 2CM, exhibited by Sharon Smith, Lynn, Ind.
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Class 21) GVH Caliope II 2CM, exhibited by Tyler Eldridge, Allenton, Mich.; 2) FSC Naught 2 Obvious 1CM, exhibited by Christen Braat, Chardon, Ohio; 3) ZP Passing Go 1CM, exhibited by Cameron Guernsey, Jamestown, Ind.; 4) Adison 10 1CM, exhibited by Jessica Carmichael, Bloomington, Ind.; 5) EBS Miss 1CM, exhibited by Lucas Ebersole, Sterling, Ill.; 6) MM Baby Doll, exhibited by Matthew Blankenship, Nolensville, Tenn.; 7) KJD Sophia 21X 1CM, exhibited by Brennan Morehead, Alexandria, Ind.; 8) BJRF Adrina 2CM, exhibited by Brooke Rupprecht, Vassar, Mich.; 9) BG Clarisse 145X 1CM, exhibited by Danyelle Himburg, Petersburg, Mich.; 10) Bear Essential 1CM, exhibited by Ashely Buell, Pataskala, Ohio
Class 31) Cocos Puff 1CM, exhibited by Reed Hanes, Greenville, Ohio; 2) DSCA Rosebud 638X 2CM, exhibited by Mark Blake, Earl Park, Ind.; 3) Otts Miss Sadie 1CM, exhibited by Brittany Conkey, Hicksville, Ohio; 4) CKG Hanna 009 1CM, exhibited by Danyelle Himburg, Petersburg, Mich.; 5) CKG Maddie 008 2CM, exhibited by Brooke Rupprecht, Vassar, Mich.; 6) SJKC Miss Bailey 197X 2CM, exhibited by Bailey McClelland, Bowen, Ill.; 7) MCCF Jemma 1CM, exhibited by Candace Muir, Waynesfield, Ohio; 8) I Am Grace of God 1CM, exhibited by Meghan Watson, Kenly, N.C.; 9) MCH Nikki 1CM, exhibited by Joe Bockbrader, Bloomdale, Ohio; 10) Der-rer Farms Ms Roxy 75X 1CM, exhibited by Tiffany Russell, Roseville, Ill.
Class 61) CHAM Miss Lexie 2CM, exhibited by Becca Chamberlin, Winchester, Ind.; 2) DICE Ella 1CM, exhibited by Konner Kirkpatrick, Avilla, Ind.; 3) SLD Miss Night Train 0S11X 1CM, exhibited by Ty Sexton, Ainsworth, Iowa; 4) SF Little Judy 1CM, exhibited by Colton Tom, Zanesville, Ohio; 5) MINN Elanoar 1X 1CM, exhibited by Jon Heaton, Toulon, Ill.; 6) TFSC Snooky 670 1CM, exhibited by Laci Porter, Ipava, Ill.; 7) BG Rachel 141X 1CM, exhibited by Danyelle Himburg, Petersburg, Mich.; 8) Millers Miss Laila Ali 1CM, exhibited by Meghan Watson, Kenly, N.C.; 9) TSCC Miss Remember Us 028X 2CM, exhibited by Amanda Schwab, Batesville, Ind.; 10) LARR Lady Luck 31 1CM, exhibited by Jeffrey Smith, Williams, Ind.; 11) GVH Miss Daisy 22X 1CM, exhibited by Tyler Eldridge, Allenton, Mich.; 12) VBS Ms Mira Two 1X 2CM, exhibited by Carter Mobley, Georgetown, Ky.; 13) Miss Adrean 1CM, exhibited by Ashley Lewis, Fort Wayne, Ind.
Class 71) HTF Naomi 1CM, exhibited by Ali Muir, Waynesfield, Ohio; 2) DICE Carmella 1CM, exhibited by Kyle Dice, Avilla, Ind.; 3) SF Lady Antebellum 1CM, exhibited by Dakota Tom, Cumberland, Ohio; 4) SRR Miss Hol-lywood 9X 2CM, exhibited by Blythe Graham, Crossville, Tenn.; 5) SHFM Foxy 1CM, exhibited by Justin Mason, Flushing, Ohio; 6) KNBB Desinty 1CM, exhibited by Tyler Shewmaker, Corydon, Ind.
Class 81) SIMM Miss Libby 2CM, exhibited by Sydney Wisnefski, Wyoming, Ill.; 2) ANBB Black Pearl 2CM, exhibited by Ashley Buell, Pataskala, Ohio; 3) GOP Joslyn James 1001X 1CM, exhibited by Brandon Culp, Rensselaer, Ind.
Class 111) Rose Bud 902W 1CM, exhibited by Kaitlan Canaday, Toccoa, Ga.; 2) CLC DLX Jillian 1CM, exhibited by Chloe Adair Dill, Alexandria, Tenn.; 3) SC Blossom, exhibited by Zachary Swafford, Pikeville, Tenn.
Class 121) MMMC Miss Donna 1CM, exhibited by Travis Royster, Winder, Ga.; 2)
Graves Sevella, exhibited by William Graves, Cleveland, Ala.; 3) MBSC Miss Carrie 29W 2CM, exhibited by Maggie Bromm, Olney, Ill.; 4) Elmore Lady Newby 1CM, exhibited by Christopher Mackey, Mars Hill, N.C.; 5) MM Delia 1CM, exhibited by Natalie Hettmansperger, Science Hill, Ky.; 6) ECC Kendra 8W 1CM, exhibited by Tyler Echler, Swanton, Ohio
Class 151) MM Cookies N Cream 1CM, exhibited by Samantha Reese, Peters-burg, Tenn.; 2) SSC Delilah 830W 2CM, exhibited by Tucker Wagner, Collinsville, Miss.
Class 161) Miss Payton 612W 2CM, exhibited by Kaylee Fisher, Wapakoneta, Ohio
Class 171) ICS Sweetness 34W 1CM, exhibited by Kale Spengler, Durant, Iowa; 2) KRZY Jackie 990W 1CM, exhibited by Austin Line, Seaton, Ill.; 3) NMR Fantasia 1CM, exhibited by Amanda Ashley Baumgarn, Round Lake, Minn.; 4) PCFR Libby 1CM, exhibited by Hannah Winegardner, Lima, Ohio; 5) CFCC FR Lady Gaga 18W 1CM, exhibited by Clayton Main, Seymour, Ind.; 6) KSSC Chanel 1CM, exhibited by Kinzie Selke, Frankfort, Ind.; 7) DAJS Ms Lightining 546 1CM, exhibited by Alex Sul-livan, Mt. Olive, Miss.; 8) KJD Forget Me Not 20W 1CM, exhibited by Blake Morehead, Alexandria, Ind.; 9) KV Eventress Pearl 2CM, exhibited by Natalie Hettmansperger, Science Hill, Ky.; 10) VBS Ms Winney 1CM, exhibited by Amanda Conley, Georgetown, Ky.
Class 201) Blonde Lady 1CM, exhibited by Troy Shaw, Ogden, Iowa; 2) KGST 30W Louise 1CM, exhibited by Paige Miller, Torrington, Wyo.; 3) JSUL Mama Mia 9312 1CM, exhibited by Nick Sullivan, Dunlap, Iowa; 4) RESC Ms Foxy 1CM, exhibited by McKinzie Miller, Columbus, Neb.; 5) Trixie 434W 1CM, exhibited by Samantha Brooke, Albion, Ind.; 6) PVC Kendall Mae 5W 1CM, exhibited by Gretchen Michel, Fort Branch, Ind.; 7) HBSC Candi 243W 1CM, exhibited by Emma Schaunaman, Aberdeen, S.D.; 8) RIST Miss Playmate 920W 1CM, exhibited by Taylor Graham, Crossville, Tenn.; 9) TGK Miss Jackie 1W 1CM, exhibited by SyAnn Foster, Lockney, Texas; 10) BPF Princess 302W 1CM, exhibited by Landon Hall, Camp-bellsburg, Ky.; 11) Freckles 924W 1CM, exhibited by Morgan Lehnert, Lawrenceburg, Tenn.; 12) KBSC Hanna 52W 1CM, exhibited by Kelsey Culp, Nicholsville, Ky.; 13) KVO Lexus 2CM, exhibited by Kendra VanOr-der, Hamilton, Mich.; 14) HANE Tangie 2CM, exhibited by Lane Manning, Union City, Ohio
Class 211) Moe 90W 1CM, exhibited by Bailey Core, Pleasantville, Iowa; 2) Miss Hold Her 539W 1CM, exhibited by Addison Tomson, Westport, Ind.; 3) DSUL Ashton 42W 1CM, exhibited by Hannah Winegardner, Lima, Ohio; 4) WINC Josie 935W 1CM, exhibited by Halley Becking, Florence, S.D.; 5) Whos The One 1CM, exhibited by Megan Hunt, New Madison, Ohio; 6) LFC Bella 1CM, exhibited by Curtis Harsh, Radnor, Ohio; 7) Four Roses Sugar Baby 1CM, exhibited by Ross Helms, Galveston, Ind.
Class 221) CLS Miss Hot Cookie 1CM, exhibited by Victoria Trbovich, Waynes-burg, Ohio; 2) SWSN 265W 1CM, exhibited by DJ Martin, Bargersville, Ind.; 3) CARD Eagles Lady 32W 1CM, exhibited by Morgan Swiecicho-swki, Pulaski, Wisc.; 4) BCSN Whitney 1CM, exhibited by Morgan Tomson, Westport, Ind.; 5) MSC Trish 1CM, exhibited by Ethan Hanold, Brighton, Ill.; 6) IMB Blue Bell 1CM, exhibited by Jordan Cox, Trenton, N.C.; 7) Little Miss Riley 2CM, exhibited by Lauren Dillon, Bicknell, Ind.;
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8) CVMB Lucy 314W 1CM, exhibited by Addison Morse, Prophetstown, Ill.
Class 231) JSC TST Taylor 33W 1CM, exhibited by MacKenzie Schmalshof, Avon, Ill.; 2) MMB Ms Babs 635W 1CM, exhibited by Laci Proter, Ipava, Ill.; 3) Dr Claire 1CM, exhibited by Ashley Buell, Pataskala, Ohio; 4) CVMB 226W 1CM, exhibited by Addison Morse, Prophetstown, Ill.; 5) Miss Tiwster Child 1CM, exhibited by Karl Miller, Prophetstown, Ill.; 6) MCCF Nikelle 1CM, exhibited by Shelby Manning, Union City, Ohio; 7) FSCX Serena 1CM, exhibited by John Batlzell, Waynesville, N.C.; 8) MPSH Buggy 1CM, exhibited by Michael Henderson, Bluffton, Ind.
Class 241) DPF Erin 01W 1CM, exhibited by Ali Muir, Waynesfield, Ohio; 2) KALA Miss Sail Away 1CM, exhibited by Kayla Campbell, Cedarville, Ohio; 3) AML Ms Gold 428W 1CM, exhibited by Marina Morgan, Franklin, N.C.
Class 271) Wolfridge Babe-ilicious 491U 1CM, exhibited by Cooper Canada, Morehead, Ky.
Class 301) RJ Miss Who 44P 1CM, exhibited by Kendra VanOrder, Hamilton, Mich.; 2) BESC Miss Lacey 1CM, exhibited by Blake Ebersole, Sterling, Ill.; 3) Kober Cox Sweet Hit 1S 1CM, exhibited by Quintin Bucher, Marietta, Ill.
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Ed Miller and Stan Comer presented Neal Brans-cum with his retiring board bronze at the 2010 ACA National Sale.
Three valuable ACA board members completed their tenure at the 2010 ACA National Show in Louisville. Neal Branscum, Chuck Madaris and Brian Sulak all devoted an enormous amount of time to the ACA and the board of directors, helping to ensure the ACA is moving in the right direction. Neal served as Chairman for the last year. Chuck served on the performance/genetic abnormality committee and devoted countless hours to develop the ACA's Ge-netic Abnormality Testing Policy. Brian's input on various topics helped move the ACA forward.
The ACA thanks these three individuals for their selfless service to the association and wish them all success in their operations.
A TribuTe To ouTgoing ACA boArd MeMbers
A special thank you goes to Kay & Charles Burk for their donation of two Galen Struve Chianina bronze statues to the ACA Fundraiser auction. A portion of the proceeds were pre-sented to the ACA Ladies Auxiliary Scholarship program. We would also like to recognize Talmo Ranch for their generous purchase of the bronzes. Thank you for helping the Auxil-iary's effort to give scholarships each year.
The ACLA would also like to thank everyone who donated items or bid on them at the silent auction fundraiser in Lou-isville. The silent auction income adds to the funds available for scholarship each year and helps with the queen's travel expenses. Thanks so much for your support.
Comer Cattle Co., IN • Tammy Swafford, TN • Ventura Farm, MI • Lene Hitz, PA • Quiggins Farms & Reba Prather, Ky •
Jason Manning, OH • Talmo Ranch, GA • Ken Culp III, KY • Laurel Culp, KY • Kelsey Culp, KY • Jennifer Smith, IL • Brit-tany Sheets Fox, IN • Barb Garrett, IN • Charles & Kay Burk, TX • Wanda Quiggins, KY
Congratulations to the ACLA Fundraising Committee for completing the ACA Auxiliary Cookbook. The committee consisted of Jill Miller, Debbie Woodroof, Sandra Culp and Joni Bucher. You can still purchase cookbooks – $12/each or 3 for $30. If you are interested in purchasing one, please contact the ACA office or Deb Geuns. Thank you to all who have already purchased cookbooks and supported the scholarship funding effort.
ladieS auxiliary tHank youS
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New – that’s the best way one could describe the 2010 National Sale. New Date, New Time, New Sale Staff, New Auctioneer, New Location, New
Format, New consignors, and maybe the most important new thing that was noticed were the new faces in atten-dance.
Everything that could be changed was. It was a bold move on behalf of the ACA Sale Committee and ACA leadership to change the format of this year’s event to a video auction and hold it in conjunction with the ACA Awards program. From the standpoint of attendance and buyers in the room, it was a smashing success. One would be hard pressed to remember when there was a larger crowd on hand for the ACA sale at the North American.
The evening started out with a viewing of the live sale cattle that were on hand for the sale back in the barn by the ACA booth, with folks partaking in refresh-ments and great beef sticks from Gehrke Farms. Folks then gathered in the banquet room for hors d'eouvres and promptly at 6 p.m. ACA CEO Stan Comer took the podium for a few award presentations. We honored Willow Oak Ranch with the Breeder of the Year award and also recognized three retiring board members for their years of service – Neal Branscum, Chuck Madaris and Brian Sulak. We then moved into some of the “high-light” items from the Benefit Auction before moving on to the National sale lots. When the dust settled, more than $8,500 was raised from the ACA Benefit Auction. Special thanks to everyone who helped make that such a great success.
The sale was conducted by video, allowing never before offered lots to be sold. The crowd was great and the auction was lively, making for a evening to remember.
Sale AveragesTotal Sale Gross ................................................ $70,8408 Live Lots .......................................................... $5,7063 Flushes ............................................................ $2,76630 Embryos ........................................................... $560
National Sale Highlights:Lot 1 – CHAM Lexie – This March heifer calf sired by Monopoly was consigned by Becca Chamberlin and Goettemoeller Show Cattle and fetched a recent record
of $21,000 selling to the Blanding Family from Indiana who since the sale has exhibited this heifer to champion or reserve champion honors four times. Great job!
Lot 3 – GXK Miss New Merger 1 – This January heifer calf from Gettinger Chiangus sired by DUFF New Edition 6018 and out of Miss Merger traded at $5,000 to Tren-nepohl Farms of Indiana.
Lot 10 – Genetic Package Donor with Pregnancy – This lot consigned by Sheets Chiangus and Marion Smith sold to Ken Culp Jr. of Indiana.
Lot 6 – KBSC Ms Monopoly 1X – This March heifer calf sired by Monopoly was consigned by Kendall Bremer Show Cattle and sold for $4,250.
A full house was on hand for the 2010 ACA National Show and Banquet. The updated format added new excitement to the evening for all those involved.
ACA NAtioNAl SAle & BANquet
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ACA MeMbership Meeting
The American Chianina Association held its annual meeting on Tuesday, November 16, 2010, in room W3 of the Kentucky Fair and Exposition Center.
There were 27 people in attendance including ACA board members (Branscum, Clarahan, Culp, Esch, Higgins, Hossle, Melroe, Miller, Schrick and Sheets); incoming board member Mark Johnson, ACA staff (Comer, Counts, T. Winter and S. Winter); former ACA board members (Burk, Geuns, Hitz, J. Miller, and Morehead) and Chianina breeders.
Chairman Neal Branscum called the meeting to order at 10:40 a.m. EDT. Branscum introduced the current and incoming board members and staff.
Sheets presented the treasurer’s report. There are new accounting and auditing practices in place. The new accounting practices combine the financial statements of the ACA and the ACJ which provide a clearer picture of the financial status. An audit was recently conducted.
Heather Counts reported on the national show numbers. In the Chiangus division, there are 87 head showing; of which 29 are bulls and 58 females. In the Chi-anina division, there are 110 to be shown, of which 26 are bulls and 84 are females. The show order is as follows: Chiangus bulls, Chianina bulls, Chiangus females, fol-lowed by Chianina females.
Ken Culp, III reported on the “low percentage rule” that the board passed at the April meeting. Culp reviewed the issue and the factors that contributed to the board’s decision. He referred to the commentary article that was printed in the 2010 Herd Book issue (pages 61 – 65). The final decision, as printed in the ACJ is as follows: “Breeding cattle born on or after January 1, 2012 must have a minimum of 6.25% Chianina blood in order to participate in ACA nationally sponsored shows or sales.” Nationally sponsored shows and sales include the fol-lowing: Denver (show and sale), Ft. Worth (youth and open), the National Jr. Heifer Show and the national show at the North American (junior, open and sale).
Stan Comer gave a “state of the ACA address.” Stan thanked the board for their confidence and said that is was a great honor to serve the ACA as its CEO. He also reported that some of the biggest accomplishments of the past year included hiring two new staff members (Tanner and Samantha Winter) and the completed renovation of the ACA Headquarters building. Comer thanked Esch and Higgins for their assistance and oversight of this renova-tion process. There is an increase in registrations as com-pared to the previous year. Additionally, both the junior
and adult memberships have increased as compared to a year ago. More than $8,000 was raised last evening at the benefit auction. The national sale averaged just over $3,500 last evening with a $21,000 top.
A drawing was held of those attending the annual meeting with the winner (Grassland Farms) receiving a complimentary half page ad in the ACJ.
Branscum thanked the board of directors and the entire membership for the opportunity to serve as a director for the previous six years and as chairman for the previous year.
Sheets moved to adjourn at 11:08 a.m. Seconded by Ed Miller. Motion carried.
Tyler WinegardnerHerdsman of the Year
Tyler Winegardner received the 2010 ACA Herdsman of the Year award from ACA CEO Stan
Comer and Heather Counts, ACA Director of Shows & Activities.
Tyler Winegardner was selected by his peers as the 2010 ACA Herdsman of the Year. Winegardner works for his family operation, Winegardner Show Cattle and is no stranger to the Chi breed.
Selected each year by their peers, the Herdsman of the Year receives a plaque commemorating the memorial award for Keith Dusenberry, as well as a directors chair.
Congratulations Tyler!
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Editor’s Note: The ACA lost two long-time members in the last few months and they will be truly missed. Below are excerpts from the November 2001 ACJ when Winfred & Doug were among the honorees of the 2001 ACA National Show & Sale.
infred Brown, a member of the ACA’s Dynamic Duo (the other member being Al Anthony) was a champion of
the breed since the early 70’s. “We got started in the early 70’s when we attended the first seminar on Chianina cattle in Springfield, Mo,” after which he secured some Chi semen. “Those full-bloods were good to me,” said Winfred.
Winfred retired from the aviation industry and said, “I’m a pilot, I don’t know much about cattle – I just know what I like” and he liked Chi-influenced cattle for nearly four decades.
The Dynamic Duo teamed up for many many years, making their way to shows and sales, the highlight, of course, being the National Show in Louisville and the Junior Shows. Even though these former members of the aviation industry could fly wherever they wanted for nothing, they chose to drive.
Winfred was a face many looked forward to seeing at the shows and will be missed greatly.
oug Stephens was always anxious to show you his cattle herd. Stephens was one of the first to recog-nize the value of Chi-influenced cattle he raised at
his Pleasant Valley Ranch nestled in the foothills of the great Rocky Mountains near the capital of Utah, Ogden.
Stephens’ Pleasant Valley Ranch has been home to Chi-influenced cattle since the early 70’s. “Me and a couple of guys brought a fullblood bull over, he was one of them early ones brought over here. First time I went to see him, I went to Denver and you know I’ve been in the cattle business all my life, but when I saw him I knew I’d seen the Cadillac of Cattle. I brought him home and put him out on those little old native cattle and they just exploded!”
For almost 30 years Doug Stephens has grown and culti-vated quality Chi-influenced genetics and is “damn proud.” But his pride is a little dimmed when he talks of the overall Chi-influenced story. “They haven’t been accepted, even as good as they are have they? Our Association’s been good and you know, we put out a good Journal. But I’ve thought a lot
about what it’s going to take for agriculture to work like other businesses.”
One of the reasons Doug Stephens was honored at the 2001 ACA National Show & Sale is rooted in his response for success in the cattle business and equally important, success for our Association: “Agriculture people have got to quit talking to each other and talk to people who eat their product. We just keep talkin’ to our own group. We don’t tell our story – maybe we don’t know how to tell our story, even if we tell the story, we tell it to each other.” Thoughtful and insightful, Doug Stephens’ words are correct and he didn’t’ use a Gallop Poll to figure it out!
Rounding out his formula for success: “You know, we’re not talking to enough people. Look at what the automotive people do to tell their story about automobiles. Maybe we just like to be dumb and work hard and don’t change – if that’s the case, just stay there.”
Great insight from a long time Chi enthusiast and more, a man who knew how to market his product. A man who knew that basic eyeball-to-eyeball, belly-to-belly conversation is the best. We need to tell our story – it’s a good one – to those who use our product, and spread the word, one ranch at a time.
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How important is ultrasound data to a producer making genetic selections?
“The only way to make decisions is to look at performance data and ultrasound data,” says Blake Crawford of Adair, Iowa. Crawford runs a commercial beef operation he describes as ‘farrow to finish.’ “If you have animals that are not measuring up, you have to rely on ultrasound to identify the reason and improve future generations.”
For Crawford, it’s all about herd improvement. “If you have a herd that’s below average for marbling or rib eye area, you need to improve those traits and increase those numbers,” he says. “So you’re going to make your replacement decisions based on that need. And you’re going to use ultrasound to do that. It’s the only way there is to have a look at those animals and their potential.”
That knowledge not only determines which animals Crawford keeps, it gives him more confidence in his matings. “I’m not going to cull an otherwise good heifer or cow because she’s low in a particular trait,” he explains.
“I’m going to AI her to a bull that makes up for that deficiency. I do that for the future of the herd. If you can cut that difference in half, you’ve helped your herd.”
Richard McClung, of Wehrmann Angus in New Market, Virginia, agrees. “I’ve seen the tremendous improvement ultrasound has made in our herd and the herds of our customers,” he says. “I believe in ultra-sound totally.” At Wehrmann’s, every bull and cow is scanned with ultrasound, and has been since 1985. The operation sells around 300 bulls each year, nearly 200 of them to large ranches in the western U.S. that own their stock from conception to harvest. “We get reports from these people of the difference that data makes,” says McClung.
McClung also uses DNA profiling and finds it sub-stantiates the ultrasound generated EPDs.
“These are unimpeachable sources,” says McClung.
And that’s why Crawford insists ultrasound data is critical when buying a bull, the starting point for herd improvement. “I wouldn’t buy one without it,” he says, adding the data can sometimes lead to the unexpected. He uses for example a herd sire with a .64 EPD for marbling. “He is a true outlier,” says Crawford. “Neither parent was known for high marbling, but he is and it is highly heritable from him. We never would have known that without ultrasound.”
It’s a phenomenon frequently found with the use of ultrasound.
“Some of the ones you think aren’t that good are the ones that have Choice calves,” says Terry Hedeman of Lockwood, Mo. Hedeman, too, relies heavily on data when bull shopping.
“We look at it hard,” says Hedeman. For bulls he likes to see carcass merit EPDs of at least .3 for %IMF and no less than .12 for REA, with no heavy backfat.
Mostly he likes how the data helps keep him in the middle of the road. “You can’t just look at one thing,” says Hedeman. “You have to look at the whole picture. When you sell to the feedlots, they make you look at good numbers all around. We’ve had steers with a 20-21 inch ribeye that wouldn’t grade Choice because they weren’t marbled.”
Joe Mayer of Guymon, Oklahoma, agrees with the need for data when buying a bull to sire profitable calves.
“We use the heck out of it,” says Mayer of ultrasound generated performance data. He relies heavily on the information to select the ten or so bulls he buys each year. “In fact, it’s about all I use.”
“Before the bull sale, we go through the catalogue,” continues Mayer. “We have minimums for a set of EPDs and those that don’t meet the standards we mark off and go on. We’ll cut the field of around 400-500 down to 70 or 80 the first round.” Mayer says they prefer bulls with .95 marbling and .76 REA. “But nothing is perfect,” he adds, “if it was, I couldn‘t afford it.”
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He uses the catalogue numbers to assign possible purchases to A, B, and C-lists, assigning a value of what he is willing to pay. “Even a C-list animal has some value,” says Mayer. “That’s one I might use on older cows, or environ-ments where we don’t watch them as close – if I can get him for the right price.”
A-list bulls on the other hand, are
heavily utilized. Through AI and embryo transplant, along with a cycle of natural service, Mayer will get 60-70 calves out of a top-line bull selected for his perfor-mance potential.
Using data to assign bulls to various elements of his 1,200-cow herd works for Mayer, who also feeds out his steers and sells them on the U.S. Premium Beef grid. “It may seem like witchcraft
to some, but ultrasound data is a pretty accurate measurement of a bull’s capabilities,” says Mayer. “If you don’t believe it works, feed some cattle.”
“I’ve seen the difference it has made in the bottom line of the people who buy our bulls,” adds McClung. “We’ll con-tinue to use ultrasound as a measure. I wouldn’t do it without it. Producers need to just do it – it works.”
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Board Minutes
ACA Board of Directors Minutes Northfield InnJuly 1, 2010 • Springfield, Ill.
The ACA Board of Directors met on Thursday, July 1, 2010, in the Onyx Room of the Northfield Inn, Springfield, Ill., in conjunction with the National Junior Heifer Show. The meeting was called to order by Chairman Branscum at 9:37 a.m. Board members present included Branscum, Melroe, Culp, Sheets, Clarahan, Esch, Higgins, Hossle, Madaris, Miller, Schrick and Sulack. ACA CEO Comer was also present.
Melroe moved, Miller seconded to dispense with the reading of the minutes from the April 9 & 10 board meeting held in Platte City. Motion carried.
Sheets presented the year-end finan-cial statement for the ACA and ACJ and the balance sheet. After considerable discussion, Miller moved, Higgins sec-onded, that the financial statements be accepted.
Standing Committee Reports:Show and Sale Committee: Alan
Sears from Sears Marketing Services, reported on the Denver Sale. The Sale Report is as follows:
28 Bulls averaged $3,7232 Bred Heifers averaged $3,75018 Open Heifers averaged $2,8364 Embryo Lots averaged $4,438Total Sale Average on 52 lots $3,472
Total sale commission was just over 17%, which includes 2% for the NWSS and 2% for the ACA. Hossle moved, Madaris seconded, that we hire Sears Marketing Services to manage the NWSS sale. Motion carried. Stan will communicate with Alan that our pref-erences for an auctioneer are Sonny
Booth and Ron Kreis.Sheets reported on the National Sale,
which is being overhauled for 2010. Heather received approval to conduct the sale in the West Hall of the KFEC for a 3% commission fee. Rob has dis-cussed the sale with Sonny Booth, who is interested in selling the sale which will be conducted via video. No live lots will be displayed in the West Hall. Mears and EDJE were both suggested. Miller moved, Clarahan seconded, that the Show and Sale Committee move forward with planning the event and hiring sale management.
Promotion Committee: Melroe reported that the new brochures are printed and available. Madaris rep-resented the ACA at the recent BIF Convention held in Missouri. Comer reported that Ed Creason had made a swing through the Midwest and South-east regions in order to film some video footage for a promotion. Additional footage will be shot during the Junior National in order to develop a video tar-geting youth.
Beef Derby Committee: The bulk of the cattle on test have been harvested.
Performance / Genetic Abnormality Committee: Madaris presented the updated draft of the ACA Genetic Abnormality Testing Policy. He pro-posed that everyone study the docu-ment then follow-up with a conference call for approval.
The meeting was recessed at 11:05 a.m. and was reconvened at 11:19 a.m.
Building / Grounds Committee: Comer recognized Esch for all of the time, effort and expertise that he devoted to this project during the week
that he spent in Platte City obtaining bids for the renovation project as well as the follow-up work. A separate line of credit for $100,000 at 6.25% interest, payable over 5 years, has been approved. The renovation began the week of June 28. If everything works according to plan, the building could be completed by August 1.
Budget / Audit Committee: Sheets presented the ACA Proposed Budget for 2010 – 11. Miller moved, seconded by Hossle, that the proposed budget be approved. Motion carried 10 - 1.
Special Committee Reports:Employee Handbook: Hossle and
Comer reported. They have identified several discrepancies in the hand-book. Currently, employees receive 10 vacation days after their first year of employment. An additional vacation day is awarded after the second year of employment, with an additional day awarded per year for a maximum of 15 vacation days per year. Six sick days are provided per year. These days can be accrued up to two years.
ABRS, LLC – Fee Structure: Hossle reported that the fee structure has not yet been developed. However, he pre-sented a scenario in which the registrar could become an employee of the LLC and process all of their contractual work through that position and the LLC.
New Business:2011 Major Fundraiser (i.e. Star
Spangled Extravaganza): Consensus was to delay plans until after the National Sale in Louisville to determine the success of that fundraiser. The National Sale in Louisville, which will include a benefit component, could replace the major fundraiser. Miller
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moved to table the topic.
2010 Junior National: Comer reported for Counts. There are 205 head checked in for 169 exhibitors.
2011 Junior National: The official meeting with Crosby Kemper has not taken place. However, indications are that Mr. Kemper will once again under-write the cost of the facility for the 3 breed junior national, including Chi-anina, Maine-Anjou and Charolais.
2012 Junior National: North Dakota has offered to host the Jr. National in conjunction with the NDSF. This would necessitate moving the Junior National to late July. The Maine Anjou Junior National will be held in Ohio that year. The NDCA will be invited to make a pre-sentation to the ACA Board at the North American.
ACA National Show Honoree, Com-mercial Cattlemen, Chi Promoter of the Year: No decision was made.
Appointment of ACA Composite Breed Advisory Committees (Chi-angus, Chimaine, Chiford, Chianina, Red Chiangus): Branscum reported on discussions that have taken place over the past several months to recreate the Chiangus Classic, while also providing an opportunity for other composites to participate. Coincidently, all board members received a copy of a letter sent to CEO Comer by Richard Arnold concerning the formation of an orga-nization referred to as the Chiangus Council.
Branscum suggested the appoint-ment of three member advisory com-mittees for Chiangus, Chimaines, and a combined committee for Chianina, Chiford and Red Chiangus. The purpose of the composite advisory committees is to determine how the ACA can better serve our membership and breeders.
These committees will be appointed at the October Board meeting.
Board meeting was recessed at 1:21 p.m. and was reconvened at 1:27 p.m.
ACA Audit: Comer reported that our by-laws require an annual audit. The CPA that the ACA has retained advised us that the $6,000 - $6,500 that we pay for an audit, plus $1,500 for the tax return preparation was too high. A second bid has been obtained for $4,500, which includes both the audit and the tax return preparation.
Open Staff Positions: We have two open staff positions: Marketing & Performance Testing and Director of Membership and Accounting. Comer has interviewed candidates for both positions. The board directed Comer to hire the most qualified candidates.
Esch inquired if Comer would be interested in getting Quick Books Training in Platte City. Comer affirmed his interest. Consensus was that the ACA would underwrite the cost of this continuing education.
Hossle moved, Shrick seconded that the Board go into Executive Session at 2 p.m. Executive Session ended at 2:21 p.m. Hossle moved, Miller seconded to adjourn at 2:22 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,Ken Culp III, Secretary
Neal Branscum, Chairman
ACA Board of Directors Minutes ACA HeadquartersOct. 29-30 2010 • Platte City, Mo.
The ACA Board of Directors met on Friday, October 29, 2010, at the ACA Headquarters in Platte City, Mo. Presi-dent Neal Branscum called the meeting to order at 8:50 a.m. CDT. Board members present included: Branscum, Melroe, Culp, Sheets, Clarahan, Esch,
Higgins, Hossle, Madaris, Miller and Schrick. Sulak was absent due to a funeral. Staff members present included CEO Stan Comer and Director of Sales & Marketing Tanner Winter.
Hossle moved, seconded by Miller, to approve the minutes as printed. Motion carried.
ACA Registrar Jennifer Roach updated the board on registrations and transfers. From the period of May 1, 2010 to October 19, 2010 there were 2,564 total registrations, as compared to 2,103 for the same period one year earlier. The bulk of this growth (434 head) is in the Chiangus composite. There were 1,516 transfers for the same period, as compared to 1,291 for the same period one year earlier. There were an additional 91 Chiangus transfers and 128 Chimaine transfers as compared with the same period one year earlier.
Samantha Winter, Director of Mem-bership and Accounting, updated the board on progress with collections and collecting late entry fees.
Sheets presented the financial report. For the period of May 1 – August 31, 2010, the ACA showed an operating profit of $7,493.54. The ACA is utilizing a new accountant and new accounting procedures. The financial report now combines the ACA and the ACJ into one financial report. Melroe moved, seconded by Schrick, to accept the treasurer’s report. Motion carried.
Old Business:There was no old business.
Ad Hoc Committee Reports:Building / Grounds Committee:
Don Esch presented the financial summary for the renovation of the headquarters building of the ACA. The projected costs for the entire project were $74,293.16. The final cost was $75,233.68. The ACA moved back into the building in September and the
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north office suite is ready to be rented. The lower level still needs to have the drywall replaced and the contents that were moved from the upper level need to be organized for long term storage.
Standing Committee Reports:Budget / Audit Committee: Todd
Karlin, CPA, and Rob Sheets presented the report of the Budget / Audit Com-mittee. Todd clarified that because he is the ACA’s CPA, he cannot audit the books. Therefore, one of his colleagues is currently conducting the audit. Todd gave an overview of the current accounting procedures. Accounts receivable are currently about $3,000, excluding those accounts that have been sent to collections. We are cur-rently sending delinquent accounts of $100 or more to collections. Each account sent to collections costs $50. Sam Winter presented a listing of 340 accounts with credits of $20 or less. The board discussed two key issues related to accounting procedures: han-dling credit accounts and delinquent accounts.
Hossle moved, Miller seconded that a final notice will be sent to all inac-tive credit accounts giving notice of a monthly service charge of $5 per month. (An inactive account has had no activity for 12 months or more.) Motion carried.
Miller moved, seconded by Higgins, that the Board enter Executive Session at 10:28 a.m. Motion carried.
Todd Karlin made the following rec-ommendations:
Culp moved, seconded by Miller, that inactive accounts of $50 or less will be removed from accounts receivable. However, those account holders will not be able to conduct further business with the ACA until that account is rec-onciled. Motion carried.
Melroe moved, seconded by Sheets, that we adjourn executive session at 10:34 a.m.
Show & Sale Committee: Heather Counts reported 289 open and 173 junior show entries for the National Show. However, this does not include any entries that were sent only to the NAILE. Therefore, these numbers are likely to increase. Chiangus show prior to Chianina on both days. Bulls show prior to heifers. Therefore, the order for the National Open Show is as follows: Chiangus bulls, Chianina bulls, Chi-angus heifers, Chianina heifers.
Junior cattle check in on Saturday at 10 am; open cattle check in at 9 am on Monday. The AJCA Board will meet at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday. The ACA Board will meet for lunch at the Saddle & Sirloin Club on Monday at noon with the board meeting following at 12:30 in the Board Room. The preview and barn social will be held at 5:00 p.m. at the booth and in the stalls. The cowboy social and video auction will be held in West Hall 3 beginning at 6:00 p.m. Geh-rke’s Chianina beef sticks will be pro-vided at the social. Regional meetings are scheduled for 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday; the general membership meeting will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday is the Ladies Luncheon, Wednesday is the show. Topics to discuss at the regional meetings and information to be shared will be identified during the Monday board meeting at the NAILE.
Sheets reported on the National Sale. The committee had a conference call with Kevin Mears on October 10. There are 10 live lots, 2 pregnancies, 3 flush opportunities and 7 embryo packages. Pre-sale festivities (breeder of the year, introductions, etc.) will begin at 6:00 p.m., with the sale starting at approxi-mately 6:30 p.m. Donation items will be listed at the ACA Booth with daily updates. Those items will be sold at live auction immediately prior to the National Sale.
Comer reported that Alan Sears is working on consignments for the sale at the National Western in Denver. That information will be printed in the next
issue of the ACJ.
New Business:ACJ Printer Bids: Heather collected
printing bids for the ACJ this summer, the most competitive of which was from Sutherland. New bids were sub-stantially cheaper than our current printer, Boelte-Hall. Heather and Stan met with Boelte-Hall to renegotiate the costs compared to the Sutherland bid. New printing charges would be as follows: AI issue would drop from $3000 to $1940. Commercial issue would drop from $7200 to $3300.
The board directed Heather and Stan to make a decision about which printing company to contract with. If a change is made, it should become effective January 1, 2012.
2011 Junior National: Heather has met with the Kemper family to deter-mine sponsorship. The Kempers have agreed to sponsor the Junior National (which is what they did with the 2008 Junior National) but we do not yet have a firm commitment as to their level of sponsorship. The 2011 Junior National will be collaborative with the Chianina, Maine-Anjou and Charolais. Dates are June 27 – July 2. Herefords will be in Kansas City the week following our Junior National.
2012 Junior National: Shorthorns will be at the new Grand Island, Neb. facility. Heather was approached to inquire if we wanted to join them. North Dakota is also interested in hosting the 2012 Junior National in conjunction with the ND State Fair in Minot.
Meeting recessed at 11:42 a.m. for lunch and was reconvened at 1:10 p.m.
Ad Hoc Committee Reports (resumed):
Beef Derby: Tanner Winter reported that we will not be holding a Beef Derby this year due to unforeseen circum-stances. There were a number of pens
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committed early, but due to the high cost of feeder cattle, increased shipping costs, etc., all of the committed pens were withdrawn. We still plan to partici-pate in the Beef Derby in 2011. Tanner reiterated that participants do not have to be ACA members in order to consign pens. Cattle consigned in the Derby must be sired by bulls registered with the ACA. Breeders who sell commercial bulls are encouraged to contact their bull customers to determine if they would be interested in putting a pen of calves together. This topic should be discussed during the regional meetings at the NAILE.
Promotion Committee: Melroe reported that there will be a new display in Louisville. A new promotional bro-chure has been developed and was distributed to the board. A discussion was held as to whether or not to change the apparel that exhibitors wear during the national show. It was determined to continue to use the gray sweater vests through 2010. The Hybrid Advantage logo was utilized to make 4 x 6 oval window decals which will be distributed through the winter show season. The ACA website needs to be updated and utilize the new color scheme that was used on the cover of the Herd Book and the new purple ACA promotional logo.
Performance / Genetic Abnormality Committee: Madaris distributed the draft of the ACA Genetic Abnormality Testing Policy. An exhaustive discus-sion ensued, during which time sec-tions 7 and 9 of the document were edited for clarity and inclusivity. Schrick moved, seconded by Clarahan, that the ACA Genetic Abnormality Testing Policy document be amended to include CA (Fawn Calf Syndrome) as a genetic abnormality to be tested. Motion carried.
Culp moved, seconded by Esch, to amend the document under Section 1. Motion carried.
Higgins moved, seconded by Hossle, to approve the Draft of the ACA Genetic Abnormality Testing Policy as amended. Motion carried.
Special Committees – Employee Handbook: Hossle presented the updated Employee Handbook. Comer reviewed changes in sick leave (p. 8), vacation leave (p. 8), PTO (Paid Time Off) was removed, and Compensatory Time was removed. Additionally, a Con-fidentiality Agreement and an Electronic Communications Usage Policy were added. Minor wording edits were made to the Employee Handbook. Hossle moved, seconded by Miller, that the Employee Handbook be accepted as presented and edited. Motion carried unanimously.
The board recessed at 3:12 p.m. and reconvened at 3:35 p.m.
Melroe moved, seconded by Sheets, that the board go into executive session at 3:35 p.m. Motion carried.
The board reconvened the meeting at 4:45 p.m.
Sheets moved, seconded by Esch, that the Board recess. Motion carried.
Board reconvened at 4:53 p.m.
New Business (continued):Promotion, Research & Develop-
ment: Comer reported on a branded beef program, modeled after the former “Chi-Lite” program. Winter has been contacted by a restaurant in the Dallas area to locate Chi beef. He provided information to the board on the number of cattle needed on feed in order to supply a single restaurant. Although the board is interested in the venture, the board does not feel that we have the staff resources or the supply of Chi-influenced feeder cattle to seriously consider this project at this time.
Tanner Winter shared photos and information on a herd of 900 full blood and high percentage Chianina females located in Mexico and inquired as to whether the ACA should send a delega-tion of staff and board members to visit
the breeder in Mexico.
Fort Worth Stock Show 2011 – Chi-anina Beef Feature: Schrick reported on a meeting held with Cooper’s Bar-B-Que held in the spring. The SW Region Fundraiser and Social would be held at Cooper’s Restaurant in Ft. Worth and feature Chianina beef. He wants to harvest a Chianina, age the carcass for 21 days, and serve the beef at the SW Region. Stan is working with a breeder in TX to purchase a 3/8 to ½ blood Chi-anina steer. Cooper’s owns three res-taurants in Texas and would like to tie to a specific brand of beef.
Miller reported that there is a pos-sibility of hosting a junior show in Texas this summer involving Chianina, Maine Anjou and Shorthorns. Final arrange-ments have not yet been made. Details will be forthcoming.
Miller moved, seconded by Hossle, that we adjourn for the day and recon-vene at 8:30 a.m. on Saturday. Motion carried.
Chairman Branscum reconvened the meeting on Saturday, October 30, 2010 at 8: 50 a.m. CDT.
New Business (continued):Selection of Judges – ACA National
Show 2011:Craig Talkington – first choiceBrad Winegardner – second choiceTom Farrer – third choiceMiller moved, seconded by Schrick,
that the ACA Board of Directors provide a short list of judges to the AJCA from which to select their judge for the Junior National. Motion carried, with Culp dissenting. This process will take place beginning with the 2011 meeting at the NAILE to select the judge for the 2012 Junior National.
Chiangus Classic / discussion of an additional show for Chianina breeders:
Branscum appointed a committee consisting of Higgins, Miller, Hossle
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and Winter to develop a plan for a show or show and sale, identify a loca-tion, and report back at the first board meeting held in 2011.
Standing Committee Appointments:Higgins moved, seconded by Hossle,
that all committee members serve a three year term.
The Current Standing Committees of the ACA include:
• Performance & Genetic Abnormality• Long Range Planning• Show & Sale• Outstanding Commercial Cattleman• Budget & Audit• Promotions• Embryo & Semen Benefit Auction• Building & Grounds• Employee Handbook• ABSR, LLC• National Banquet/Benefit Auction
Sheets suggested that a committee
be appointed to review the current commit-tees, identify responsibili-ties, deter-mine which committees might be combined, and report at the meeting in Louisville. Committee members include Branscum, Comer, Culp & Melroe.
Schrick moved, seconded by Miller, to move the January, 2011 meeting from Denver to Ft. Worth, contingent upon hotel room availability.
Miller moved, seconded by Schrick,
that we adjourn. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 10:32 a.m.
Respectfully submitted,Ken Culp III, Secretary
Neal Branscum, Chairman
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ACA Show Reports
Kentucky State ShowWilliamstown, Ky.July 30, 2010
Ohio State ShowVan Wert, OhioSept. 4, 2010Judge: Terry Muir
West Texas Fair Junior ShowAbilene, TexasSept. 12, 2010
Grand Champion Chianina HeiferANBB Black Pearl 2CMSire: Doctor Who 1CM
Exhibited by Ashley Buell, Pataskala, Ohio
Reserve Champion Chianina HeiferNCH Cassie 1CM
Sire: Monopoly 1CMExhibited by Jamie Limes, Rising Sun, Ohio
Grand Champion Chianina BullLW Alias 6X 1CM
Sire: CLNG Alias 1CMExhibited by MarLes Acres, Versailles, Ohio
Reserve Champion Chianina BullKJS XX Bull 2CM
Sire: PCR Jigsaw 689 1CMExhibited by KJS Chianina, Van Wert, Ohio
Grand Champion Chianina HeiferJMCB/BT Fergilicious
Exhibited by Morgan Lehnert, Lawrenceburg, Tenn.
Reserve Champion Chianina HeiferHIGG Kylie PCA
Sire: VOL Cara’s Boy 31J 2CAExhibited by Allison Higgins, Watertown, Tenn.
Grand Champion Chianina BullWLCF Poker Face 2CA
Sire: RDD Crown Royal 2CAExhibited by Woodlawn Farms, Lawrenceburg, Tenn.; Woodhaven Farm, Lebanon, Tenn. & Tom & Pat Gunn
Reserve Champion Chianina BullMM Frapie
Sire: MM Jack 2CAExhibited by Matthew Blankenship, Nolensville, Tenn.
Tennessee State ShowWilson County Fair, Lebanon, Tenn.Aug. 17, 2010
Grand Champion Chianina HeiferVKR Forum Unbelievable 22UET 1CA
Sire: QLC Legrand Forum (AN)Exhibited by Ramsey Johnson, Winchester, Ky.
Reserve Champion Chianina HeiferBPF Princess 302W 1CM
Sire: WAG Next Step 4003S ET 1CMExhibited by Landon Hall, Campbellsburg, Ky.
Grand Champion Chianina BullVBS Doc Mira 21W 1CM
Sire: M-C Doc Holiday 112D PCFExhibited by VBS Farms, Falmouth, Ky.
Reserve Champion Chianina BullRJ Vegas Nights 0822 2CA
Sire: Ard Ridge Black Mail 2CAExhibited by RJ Cattle, Winchester, Ky.
Grand Champion Chianina HeiferFBF Uniqua 665U 2CA
Sire: JSC Crush 847N - 2 2CAExhibited by RJ Cattle, Winchester, Ky.
Reserve Champion Chianina HeiferHIGG Kylie PCA
Sire: VOL Cara’s Boy 31J 2CAExhibited by Allison Higgins, Watertown, Tenn.
Grand Champion Chianina BullWLCF Poker Face 2CA
Sire: RDD Crown Royal 2CAExhibited by Woodlawn Farms, Lawrenceburg, Tenn.; Woodhaven Farm, Lebanon, Tenn. & Tom & Pat Gunn
Reserve Champion Chianina BullTR Wake Up PCA
Sire: TR Trail Blazer 2CAExhibited by Talmo Ranch, Talmo, Ga.
Tennessee State FairNashville, Tenn.Sept. 11, 2010Judge: Brad McCurry, Mt. Hope, KS
Grand Champion Chianina HeiferTGK Miss Jackie 1W 1CM
Sire: Monopoly 1CMExhibited by SyAnn Foster, Lockney, Texas
Reserve Champion Chianina HeiferFBF Sugar And Spice 112W 1CM
Sire: CA x AN x MA x SPExhibited by Kaylee McInvale, Canton, Texas
Grand Champion Chianina HeiferTGK Miss Jackie 1W 1CM
Sire: Monopoly 1CMExhibited by SyAnn Foster, Lockney, Texas
Reserve Champion Chianina HeiferPriss’s Black Gold 101W 1CMSire: CAG Shiver 301R (MA)
Exhibited by Richard DeMoss, Bowie, Texas
Grand Champion Chianina BullFBF War Look 413W 1CA
Sire: DCC First Look 3001 (AN)Exhibited by Foster Brothers Farms, Lockney, Texas
Reserve Champion Chianina BullLittle Jimmy 1CM
Sire: Jimmy The Greek 1CMExhibited by Conda Odom, Ft. Worth, Texas
West Texas FairAbilene, TexasSept. 13, 2010
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World Beef ExpoWest Allis, Wisc.Sept. 24, 2010Judge: Tom Farrer, Royal Center, IN
Heart of It All BEST ShowLima, OhioNov. 27-28, 2010Judges: Todd Herman & Ryan Rathman
Grand Champion Chianina Heifer – Ring ACHAM Miss Lexie 2CM – Sire: Monopoly 1CM
Exhibited by Kylie Blanding, Kentland, Ind.
Reserve Champion Chianina Heifer – Ring AJSUL Nena 0877 1CM – Sire: ASHW Who Da Man
Exhibited by Emily Sennett, Waynestown, Ind.
Grand Champion Chianina Heifer – Ring BCHAM Miss Lexie 2CM – Sire: Monopoly 1CM
Exhibited by Kylie Blanding, Kentland, Ind.
Reserve Champion Chianina Heifer – Ring BJSUL Nena 0877 1CM – Sire: ASHW Who Da Man
Exhibited by Emily Sennett, Waynestown, Ind.
Grand Champion Chianina HeiferSIMM MIss Libby 2CM
Sire: WNT Carnac 88P 1CMExhibited by Sydney Wisnefski, Wyoming, Ill.
Reserve Champion Chianina HeiferRSJO Johna Deere 1CM
Sire: Heat Wave 1CMExhibited by Aaron Folk, Dunlap, Iowa
Grand Champion Chianina Cow/Calf PairJP Mercedes 109U 2CMSire: Doctor Who 1CM
Exhibited by JP Cattle Co., Bark River, Mich.
World Beef Expo Junior ShowWest Allis, Wisc.Sept. 26, 2010Judge: Lance Leachman
Grand Champion Chianina HeiferTabby 1CM
Sire: 102 Hired Man 1CMExhibited by Justin Lillesand, Sheboygan Falls, Wisc.
Reserve Champion Chianina HeiferRSJO Johna Deere 1CM
Sire: Heat Wave 1CMExhibited by Aaron Folk, Dunlap, Iowa
Georgia State ShowLawrenceville, Ga.Sept. 25, 2010
Grand Champion Chianina HeiferChi-G Ms Tyson 96W 1CMSire: CMAC Tyson ET (MA)
Exhibited by Morgan Tolbert, Nicholson, Ga.
Reserve Champion Chianina HeiferTR Watch Me PCA
Sire: TR Trail Blazer 2CAExhibited by Talmo Ranch, Talmo, Ga.
Grand Champion Chianina BullTR Wake Up PCA
Sire: TR Trail Blazer 2CAExhibited by Talmo Ranch, Talmo, Ga.
Reserve Champion Chianina BullLin D Avenger 1CA
Sire: GAR Predestined (AN)Exhibited by Lin-D Farm, Braselton, Ga.
Reserve Supreme Market Animal – Ring AGrand Champion Chianina Steer – Ring AExhibited by Emma Vickland, Longmont, Colo.
Reserve Champion Chianina Steer – Ring ARed Rover 1CM – Sire: Monopoly 1CMExhibited by Laine Rader, Delphi, Ind.
Grand Champion Chianina Steer – Ring BRed Rover 1CM – Sire: Monopoly 1CMExhibited by Laine Rader, Delphi, Ind.
Reserve Champion Chianina Steer – Ring BJSUL Wave Runner 0876 1CM – Sire: Heat Wave 1CM
Exhibited by Lindsey Pugh, Louisville, Ohio
ACA Show Reports (continued)
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Hoosier Beef CongressIndianapolis, Ind.Dec. 4-5, 2010Judges: Kirk Stierwalt, John Rayfield & Jirl Buck
Ohio AGR Holiday ClassicColumbus, OhioDec. 11-12, 2010Judges: John DeClerk & Mike Hall
Third Overall Heifer – Ring AGrand Champion Chianina Heifer – Ring A
CHAM Stella 1CM – Sire: Heat Wave 1CMExhibited by Brittanie Poole, Magnolia, Ohio
Reserve Champion Chianina Heifer – Ring AANBB Black Pearl 2CM – Sire: Doctor Who 1CM
Exhibited by Ashley Buell, Pataskala, Ohio
Grand Champion Chianina Heifer – Ring BCHAM Stella 1CM – Sire: Heat Wave 1CM
Exhibited by Brittanie Poole, Magnolia, Ohio
Reserve Champion Chianina Heifer – Ring BPorsche 1CM – Sire: CLNG Alias 1CMExhibited by Curtis Harsh, Radnor, Ohio
Reserve Overall HeiferGrand Champion Chianina Heifer
JSUL Nena 0877 1CM – Sire: ASHW Who Da ManExhibited by Emily Sennett, Waynestown, Ind.
Reserve Champion Chianina HeiferCHAM Miss Lexie 2CM – Sire: Monopoly 1CM
Exhibited by Kylie Blanding, Kentland, Ind.
Third Overall SteerGrand Champion Chianina Steer
Red Rover 1CM – Sire: Monopoly 1CMExhibited by Laine Rader, Delphi, Ind.
Third Overall Market Animal – Ring AGrand Champion Chianina Steer – Ring A
TKMO Ryan 1CM – Sire: Heat Wave 1CMExhibited by Emma Bedeker, Seneca, Ill.
5th Overall Market Animal – Ring AReserve Champion Chianina Steer – Ring AThis Is The One HSC 1CM – Sire: Monopoly 1CMExhibited by Clayton Wildermuth, Lewistown, Ohio
Reserve Overall Market Animals – Ring BGrand Champion Chianina Steer – Ring B
This Is The One HSC 1CM – Sire: Monopoly 1CMExhibited by Clayton Wildermuth, Lewistown, Ohio
Reserve Champion Chianina Steer – Ring BKMAC Emmit 86X 2CM – Sire: Monopoly 1CM
Exhibited by Hali Lake, Cedarville, Ohio
Reserve Champion Chianina SteerHENN Cupid 1CM – Sire: Ree Heights 1CM
Exhibited by Jen Miller, Macy, Ind.
ACA Show Reports (continued)
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ACA Production Sale Reports
Ard Ridge Genetics The Look Vol. 2 SaleOctober. 9, 2010Nancy, Ky.
Sale Management: Stock Options Marketing, Kevin Mears, AgentAuctioneer: Ron KriesACA Reps: Tanner Winter & Stan Comer
A “PROGRAM WITH A PURPOSE” offered its best for the second year in a row at their fall sale “The Look”. Friday evening, the crew at the Ridge hosted several Kentucky and out of state Chianina enthusiasts to a great rib eye steak dinner with all the fixings. Also we had some great conversation about the history and the future of the Chianina breed. Saturday offered a hotter than usual October day, setting the stage for what was to be a exciting day featuring Chi and Chiangus genetics from one of the premier breeders. For the second year in a row all lots were sold by video.
Sale Averages:48 Lots – $213,125 ...................$4,440
Top Selling Lots:Lot 1A – $30,000 – Ard Ridge Dorthy 42X – A January heifer calf sired by Entourage and out of Ard Ridge donor, Dorothy 42J, topped the event and may be the top Chiangus female to sell in 2010. She sold to Lazy M Heart Ranch, Torrington, Wyo.
Lot 1C – $7,500 – Ard Ridge Revolution – A May son out of Dorothy 42J sired by the new Angus herdsire at Ard Ridge, Gambles Casino sold to Schaefer Chiangus, Des Lacs, N.D.
Lot 1E – $10,500 – Ard Ridge Chuck Taylor – A 42J grandson that sold to the Chuck Taylor Syndicate.
Lot 2B – $10,000 – Ard Ridge Barbara 9M – This female topped the cow divi-sion. This fancy E-Mail daughter will join others out of this great Chiangus sire being assembled by her new owners Bushy Park Farms, Mitchell, S.D.
Lot 4 – $15,000 – RJ Vegas’ Nights – A January bull calf sired by Ard Ridge Black Mail.
Lot 5 – Ard Ridge Sweet 080X – Spring Heifer calf sold for $5,250.
Lot 7 – Ard Ridge Double Destiny – Spring Heifer calf sold for $8,000.
Lot 14 – GAW Miss Ginger Kay – Spring Heifer Calf sold for $6,500.
Lot 22 – Ard Ridge Intrigue 1CA – This 2001 born female sold for $6,750.
Lot 48 – Ard Ridge Witchy Woman – The right to flush this female sold for $5,250.
Bushy Park Farms Tradition of Excellence SaleOctober 23, 2010 Mitchell, S.D.
Sale Management: Stock Options Marketing, Kevin Mears, AgentAuctioneer: Steve Bonham ACA Rep: Tanner Winter
Sale Averages:Total Sale Gross .....................$575,37518 Chi Heifers – $128,250 .........$7,125
Bushy Park Farms is a multifac-eted program that is more noted for their outstanding Maine-Anjou cattle, however they also keep and breed a large number of Chianina and Angus
cattle at their Mitchell, S.D., farm. On October 23rd Steve Robinson,
Bushy Park Farms owner, with Manager Cory Thompson and his crew, hosted well over 300 cattlemen from across the country for what can only be described as a first class event with great food, great cattle and great weather.
The event this fall tried the current video trend and it was a smashing success.
Top Chianina Lots:Lot 38 – $50,000 – BPF Princess 54X – This Mercedes Benz daughter topped the offering.
Lot 58 – BPF Princess 407X A Tycoon daughter fetched $19,500.
Lot 31 – BPF Miss Me 910X A Sooner daughter out of the great Chiangus donor FBF Miss Mail Me 055M sold for $6,750.
Lot 33 – BPF Miss Me 936X – Another great daughter out of FBF Miss Mail Me 055M sired by Ali sold for $7,000.
Lot 35 – BPF Miss Me 906X – Yet another daughter out of FBF Miss Mail Me 055M and Sooner fetched $8,500.
2010 Alabama BCIA Fall Round Up SaleNovember 12, 2010Alabaman Livestock Auction, Uniontown, Ala.
For the second straight year, the Chiangus bulls had a higher average than all other breeds and the entire sale. Only one bull of any other breed sold for over the average of the Chiangus bulls and only five bulls of other breeds sold within the range that the Chiangus
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bulls brought ($2,700 - $3,800). Chuck Madaris again proves that Chi-influenced cattle are in demand from the commercial cattleman.
Sale Averages:62 Bulls .....................................$2,57424 Chiangus Bulls ......................$3,30430 Angus Bulls ..........................$2,1132 Charolais Bulls ........................$1,7002 Simmental Bulls .....................$1,9504 SimAngus Bulls ......................$2,400
High Selling Chiangus Bulls:Lot 43 – $3,800 – This CK Chiangus bull topped the sale as the high-selling bull of all breeds and sold to 3C Cattle Co., Greensboro, Ala.
Lot 51 – $3,600 – This CK Chiangus Bull tied for second high-selling bull and sold to Jay Hatcher, Greensboro, Ala.
Lot 56 – $3,600 – Another tie for second high-selling bull, this CK Chi-angus bull sold to George Hammonds, Hayneville, Ala.
Lot 60 – $3,600 – This second high selling CK Chiangus bull sold to 3C Cattle Co., Greensboro, Ala.
Martin Livestock Dream Girls 2010 November 28, 2010Bargersville, Ind.
Sale Management: Stock Options Marketing, Kevin Mears Agent Auctioneer: Steve BonhamACA Rep: Tanner Winter
Sale Averages:Total Sale Gross .....................$334,40075 Bred Heifers – $236,500 .......$3,15018 Open Heifers – $69,300 ........$3,8504 Bulls .......................................$1,7276 Cows ......................................$3,2332 Embryo Packages ...................$1,125
Jimmy & Mandy Martin, along with their two children, D.J. & Hannah, hosted well over 400 people at their Bargersville, Indiana operation on the 28th of November.
With all the activity around that place over the Thanksgiving holiday, it was good to have a few moments to just relax and catch up with friends and fellow cattlemen at a great pork loin meal and social held the Friday evening before.
The Dream Girls 2010 event offered a great mix of both bred cattle and open show heifer prospects. Great composite cattle are at the heart of this program using Chi, Maine and Simmental genetics to blend together in the breeding of a better beast.
Special thanks to Brandon Bird, Lubbock, Texas; Greg Kroupa, White Lake, SD; and Randy Jones, Harrod, Ohio, who were the volume buyers.
Sale Highlights:
Lot 27 – $14,000 – This bred female sired by Imprint and out of a great Traveler 23-4 granddaughter was purchased by the Thompson family, long time Chianina breeders from Wilmington, Ohio.
Lot 68 – $9,000 – This bred female sired by Supernatural sold to Greg Kroupa, White Lake, S.D.
Lot 56 – $8,000 – This bred female sired by Mo Whiskey sold to John Simmerman.
Lot 3 – Bred Female Sired by Maximus sold to Greg Kroupa for $7,250.
Lot 4 – Bred Female Sired By Star Power sold to Randy Jones for $7,000.
Lot 5 – Bred Female Sired By Star Power sold to Mike Hartman for $7,000.
Lot 101 – Open Heifer Calf Sired By Monopoly sold to the Thompson family of Ohio for $13,500.
2010 Black & White Bull & Female SaleDecember 3, 2010Montgomery, Ala.
Sale Averages:129 Bulls – $324,550.................$2,51624 Chiangus Bulls – $74,550 .....$3,10627 Charolais Bulls – $72,400 .....$2,68177 Angus Bulls – $175,800 ........$2,2831 F1 Bull – $1,800 ......................$1,800
Top Selling Chiangus Bulls:Lot 226 – $4,100 – This CK Chiangus Bull topped the sale as the high-selling bull of all breeds and sold to Perdido River, Atmore, Ala.
Lot 202 – $4,000 – This CK Chiangus bull was one of the second high selling Chiangus bulls and was purchased by Perdido River, Atmore, Ala.
Lot 208 – $4,000 – This CK Chiangus bull tied for second high selling Chi-angus bull and was purchased by 3C Cattle Co., Greesboro, Ala.
Again the Chiangus bulls out averaged all breeds sold and a Chiangus bull was the overall top seller.
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Phone: (706) 693-4133 or Fax: (706) 693-4359Email: [email protected] Web site: www.talmoranch.com
Wayne & Jill miller, ownersP.o. Box 68 • Talmo, Ga 30575
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Tim & Judy Gilstrap1355 Wright’s mill Rd.Commerce, Ga 30530
(706) 335-7448 home (706) 336-8258 Barn
Roddy Sturdivantmobile (770) 372–0400office (770) 921–3207
Rob Postinhome (706) 759–2220barn (706) 759–2209
Farms, Inc.P.O. Box 330
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Terry Johnson, OwnerR.R. 1 • N. Henderson, IL 61466(309) 464-5386
Brian Orth, Herdsman(309) 464-5240
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Chiangus bullsfor sale at the farm.
Garland & Kathie GehrkeHartsburg, Illinois(217) 642-5862
Troy Gehrke, ManagerDelavan, Illinois
(309) 244-7819 • Barn(309) 846-1614 • Cell
GF Gehrke FarmsGehrke Farms Beef
( 877) LEANBEEF • [email protected] Beef & Beef Snack Sticks
Ned EllisHome (334) 227-4446
Office: (334) 288-5049232 Cruise Rd.
Hope Hull, AL 36043
Chuck MadarisCell: (334) 657-5833
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Gettinger ChiAngus
Barb Gettinger3464 S. 325 E.
Rushville, IN 46173(765) 938-1971
Jeff & Lisa Gettinger4858 E 200 S
Rushville, IN 46713(765) 561-4434
Sam Gettinger(765) 561-3130
www.gettingerchi-angus.com
Selling Bulls, Heifers & Steers
“Professional Sale Management & Marketing Services”
Alan Sears61 Westward Way • Eaton, CO 80615
Home/Office: (970) 454-3986 • Mobile: (970) [email protected] • www.searsmarketingservices.com
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Bulls & Females for sale at all times.P.O. Box 189
French Lick, IN47432
(812) 630-4850Home of WRL Tracken Norman
Larry and Barb Garrett4496 N. Round Barn Rd., Richmond, IN 47374
(765) 935-7384Email: [email protected]
ChiangusChimaine
Club Calves
Scott Trennepohl6591 W 625 N • Middletown, IN 47356
(765) 620-1700 • cell(765) 779-4528 • home
Jeff Trennepohl5487 N 525 W • Middletown, IN 47356
(765) 620-0733 • cell(765) 533-4644 • home
iowa
Mark L. & Caralee RogersR.R. 1 • Douds, IA 52551
(641) 936-4682Chis CMade MRight RToday TQuality Alfalfa for Sale
CHIMAINEs
Chi-Maine Breeding Stock
Clarahan Farms
Breeders of Chiangus Cattle
Dennis • Ryan • Neil
19425 280th Avenue • Harper, IA 52231(641) 635-2454 – office
Dennis: (319) 330-6377 • Ryan: (641) 660-2713Neil: (641) 660-2257
Owners:Leonard & June Branscum: (606) 871-7859Neal & Rebekah Branscum: (606) 872-5395
814 Ard Ridge Rd.Nancy, KY 42544
Office & Fax: (606) 871-9454
KentucKy
Carlada FarmsChiangus Cattle
Johnny & JaneMounce
(606) 871-7922 (H)(606) 305-7880 (C)
591 Warner Rd.Nancy, KY 42544
John & SueMounce
(606) 871-7505
E-mail: [email protected] Visitors Always Welcome
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Sale Labor Day Weekend
Jeff Miller 6863 S. 200 E.Cutler, IN 46920(765) 268-2409
(765) 414-4547 – cell
BREEDER OF ALMOST FAMOUS
Logansport, Indiana(574) 753-4652
Mike & Teresa Rose
Gary & Bev Rose
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Stan, Joyce, Mike & Gretchen Michel4161 E 750 S • Fort Branch, IN 47648
(812) 753-4628 • [email protected]
Snake Run Cattle Company
Your source for quality Chi cattle.
Matt & Jessica Michel • (812) 632-0379
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minnesota
Chi-Angus Cattle
Show Lambs
Mark & Michelle HallsAllan & Marlene Halls30523 St. Hwy. 104
(320) 278-3285 • (320) 278-3229
Breeding Stock Available
michigan
Ventura Farm
Ken, Deb & Christina Geuns4995 Sleight Rd.Bath, MI 48808(517) 641-7152
Chiangus, Chimaine & AngusBulls Available by Private Treaty
Harlan & Leah Ritchie4537 Comanche Dr.Okemos, MI 48864
(517) 333-0649
VF New Edition 201 1CM2003 ACA National Champion Chi Bull
Cattle Company
The Vander KolksDorr, Michigan
(616) 896-9190 (office) • (616) 896-9433 (Carl & Gail)(616) 896-1637 (Brady & Susan Ostrom)
Carl, Gail, Craig, Kim & Susan
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mississippi
Danny Coward
501 Russell Rd.• Noxapater, MS 39346(662) 724-2685 (home) • (662) 325-2675 (work) • [email protected]
Home of WOCR Ozzie 67M, sire of the winning Beef Derby Calves
For Sale: Semen on RDD Mr VRD 105NUtilizing genetics from Willow Oak Ranch & Circle E Farms
missouri
Brad Lees3437 Co. Rd. 2560 • Higbee, MO 65257(816) 213-3941 • [email protected]
Fullblood ChianinaChiangus Breeding Bulls & Heifers
Lees Cattle Company
Home of Quality Chiangus Cattle
Val B. & Vicky B. Shields837 Dahms Rd.
Falmouth, KY 41040 (859) 654-4440 or (859) 391-0758
Web site: www.VBSFarms.com
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New jersey
RIVERVIEW FARM
NOW AVAILABLE:Bulls & Cows
Cow/Calf PairsOpen & Bred Heifers
Bull Calves
Adam F. Ambielli412 Trimmer Road
Califon, New Jersey 07830(908) 832-2526
FULL BLOOD CHIANINA
Nebraska
Breeding Heifers, Breeding Bulls and Club Calves Now AvailableFor Viewing and Sale Private Treaty • Call for Directions
Bill & Linda Ramsey4002 Kay Ave • Grand Island, NE 68803
Toll Free Office: (877) 384-4527 • Cell: (308) 380-1549 • Fax: (308) 384-7379www.ramseychiangus.com
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Bryan, John & Jerry SchaeferP.O. Box 28 • Des Lacs, ND 58733
Bryan: (701) [email protected]: (701) 720-7220Jerry: (701) 720-2061
[email protected] NWSS Champion Chianina Pen
Visit us at www.schaeferchiangus.com
Tim Davis & KidsP.O. Box 1347 • Huntersville, NC 28070
(704) [email protected]
Carolina Chiangus
Melroe FarMsSteve, Barb, Tyler & Bethany
8005 Hwy. 32 • Gwinner, ND 58040(701) 678-2225
Tyler (Cell) (605) 695-3295
BFW Hot Iron 1CM
Form to Function
ohio
Hunt Farms
Home Phone(937) 548-3050
Tom, Deanna and Megan2505 Weavers Station – Ft. Jefferson Rd.
New Madison, OH 45346
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Wayne & Barb Ohlrichs55943 U.S. Hwy. 275
Norfolk, NE 68701(402) 371-0695
Cell (402) 649-5804
Chi's, Maines & AngusClub Calves & Breeding Stock
Visitors Always Welcome!E-mail: [email protected]
the brand of quality
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Ron Kreis, Auctioneer2005 World Champion Livestock Auctioneer
Specializing in Purebred & General Livestock Auctions
Ron KreisAdamsville, OH(740) 796-5242(740) 683-3235
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OklaHOma
Purebred ChiangusWe breed for OPTIMUMS. Not extremes.
Performance tested bulls and females • Show prospects
Chase ComerP.O. Box 705 • Ardmore, OK 73402
OregOn
Mary Lee & Doris White74138 Turnout Road • Burns, OR 97720
(541) 589-1476 – Mary Lee(541) 573-6566 – Doris
www.whitecattleco.com • [email protected]
Your West Coast Chi ConnectionWhite Cattle Company
8865 Harding Hwy, Lima, OH 45801Brad: (419) 303-3399 Tyler: (419) 236-4375
www.winegardnershowcattle.com
Winegardner Show CattleBrad, Melanie, Tyler, Ashley & Hannah
Raising quality Chi cattle you can depend on.
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Sky MeadowsSky MeadowsLee & Elene Hitz
100 Harrison DriveAnnville, PA 17003
[email protected](717) 867-1266
High Percentage Chiangus Seedstock
SDSU Cow Camp
Chi-Influenced Cattle For Sale
Miller, South Dakota
Clay Duxbury(605) 204-0763 (cell) • (605) 853-9280 (work)
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Tennessee Chianina Steer & Heifer Futurity
Woodhaven FarmsSponsor of
John & Debbie Woodroof1264 Young Rd.Lebanon, TN 37090(615) 444-3519
Breeders of Quality Chi Cattle
Graham ChianGus
Pete, Debra, Taylor & Blythe Graham2355 Peavine Firetower Rd.
Crossville, TN 38571(931) 484-4666
Bottom Line Genetics For Profit Minded Cattlemen
John Coble, Consultant • (406) 254-2548Scott Coble, Herd Manager • (423) 921-4221Business Office:Old Mills Square • 215W. Broadway St., Ste. D, Rogersville, TN 37857(423) 272- 0225Richard Alan Arnold, President & Manager
Willow Oak Chiangus Ranch
Tennessee
Jan, Jeff & Brandon JohnsonP.O. Box 337
Dunlap, TN 37327Office (423) 949-2434Home (423) 949-3559
email: [email protected]
“Come visit us in the beautiful Sequatchie Valley”
David & Dar LeeHCR 4, Box 93Lockney, TX 79241(806) 652-3824(806) 983-7221 cell
Jered Shipman • Herdsman/Consultant • (806) 983-7226
Jody & ShawndaRt. 2, Box 36
Lockney, TX 79241(806) 652-2383
(806) 983-7225 cell
[email protected]: (806) 652-3738 www.fosterbrosfarms.com
Charles McDonaldRanch Manager/HerdsmanHwy. 281 NorthHico, TX 76457(254) 796-4070 • Fax (254) 796-2330
Fullblood Chianina bulls and femalesalways available.
Call for video.
Keith & Dana SchrickBusiness: (817) 613-0724Cell: (817) 366-6435
Certified Brucellosis & TB Free Herd ID #20020090310
Ranch ManagerChad Hudgins (817) 374-2252
(817) 597-8970
Jason SchrickBusiness: (817) 596-0799
Cell: (817) 366-8511
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Steve McHaleP.O. Box 302 • Union, WV 24983(304) 772-3389 • (304) 667-1962
Lewisburg & Union, West Virginia
McHale Farms
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Chianina FullbloodsRancho La Mesa
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JameSecondinoLIVESTOCKINSURANCE
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GeorGiAChi-G Farms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57Igenity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38, 41RSE Farms, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57Talmo Ranch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1, 57
illinoisCardinal Cattle Co . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18Gehrke Farms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57Horsley Brothers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .BCJCA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57Secondino, Jame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
indiAnAFour Roses Cattle LLC . . . . . . . 17, 58Garrett’s Show Cattle . . . . . . . . . . . 58Gettinger ChiAngus Farm . . . . . . . 57Miller, Jeff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58Snake Run Cattle Co . . . . . . 36-37, 58Trennepohl Farms . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58Wilstem, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
iowAClarahan Farms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58CMRT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58EDJE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45Sullivan Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
KentuCKyArd Ridge Genetics . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58Carlada Farms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58VBS Farms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
miChiGAnVKR Cattle Co . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59Ventura Farm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
minnesotAHalls Farms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
mississippiCoward, Danny . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
missouriACA National Western Hybrid Advantage Sale . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Continental Livestock Services, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64Ellis Cattle Company . . . . . . . . . . . 59Lees Cattle Company . . . . . . . . . . . 59Specialty Fertilizer Products . . . . . . 38
nebrAsKANebraska Cattlemen's Classic . . . . 46Ohlrichs, Wayne & Barb . . . . . . . . . 60Ramsey Chiangus . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
new jerseyRiverview Farm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
north CArolinACarolina Chiangus . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
north dAKotAMelroe Farms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39, 60Schaefer Chiangus . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
ohioHunt Farms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60Kreis, Ron . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61Wendt, Kevin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64Winegardner Show Cattle . . . . 35, 61
oKlAhomABooth, C .K . Sonny . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64Yellow Rose Cattle Co . . . . . . . . . . . 61
oreGonGrassland Farms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61White Cattle Company . . . . . . . . . . 61
pennsylvAniASky Meadows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
south dAKotABeckett Ranch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39SDSU Cow Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
tennesseeGraham Chiangus . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62Looney, Tom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62RiverBend Farms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62Willow Oak Chiangus Ranch . . . 62, IBCWoodhaven Farms . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
texAsAB’s Ranch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63Burk, Charles & Kay . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Circle E Cattle Company . . . . . . . . 63Foster Bros . Farms . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62Schrick Land & Cattle . Ltd . . . . IFC, 62Sullivan Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64Walter G . Mizes Ranches . . . . . . . . 62Whitten, Earl & Bret . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
west virGiniAMcHale Farms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
mexiCoAdolfo Fco . Trevino Gil . . . . . . . . . . 63
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Double Star to Top $500,000Rogersville, Tennessee – Willow Oak Ranch announced that it expects WOCR Double Star PCA to top the $500,000 mark in lifetime bull sales at its 2011 BEST BLACK BULLS IN AMERICA SALE when it offers 28 Double Star sons at auction on February 19, 2011. The prolific purebred Chiangus bull has produced 155 sons for previous THE BEST BLACK BULL SALES – the average selling price $3,008 for a total of $466,240 in total bull sale revenue. With 28 Quality sons being offered in the 2011 SALE – THE ONE HALF MILLION DOLLAR mark looks to be within reach. Don't miss the 2011 BEST BLACK BULLS IN AMERICA SALE!
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The cattle are on display every day at the farm. Stop by or call today!Congratulations to Keene Farms, WI! Their 2010 National Champion Chiangus Bull was purchased in Eastern Xposure X!
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