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Melissa Hart, EditorCell: 517-398-1957email: [email protected] Holcomb Rd., North Adams, MI 49262Michigan Dairy Cattle News3250 Dietz Road, Williamston, MI 48895Ph: [email protected] 4 times per year

Michigan Dairy Cattle NewsEXECUTIVE COMMITTEETim Baker, Byron Center 616-813-6745 Brent Moyer, Caro 989-553-4333 Ike Hunt, Elsie 989-862-4864Sherry Meyer, Byron Center 616-490-2873Shaun Hyde, Morley 989-287-2660Suzanne Tuttila, Williamston 517-490-7736

Michigan Holstein AssociationSherry Meyer, Vice President7692 Kalamazoo SE, Byron Center, MI 49315Ike Hunt, Vice President6386 N. Meridian Rd., Elsie, MI 48831 Suzanne Tuttila, Executive Secretary3250 Dietz Rd., Williamston, MI 48895Ph: [email protected]

Michigan Jersey Cattle Club Susan Green, President 989-862-5507 Brent Moyer, Vice President 989-553-4333 Jeff Michalek, Secretary 517-625-3477 Sadie Green, Treasurer 989-862-5507

Holstein Association USAPhone: 1-800-952-52001 Holstein Place, Brattleboro, VT 05302Michigan and Indiana RepresentativeMax Dunseth278 South Sprague, Coldwater, MI 49036517-278-3030 Cell: 269-251-0232Michigan Upper Peninsula RepresentativeMandi RamsburgDe Pere, WI • [email protected]

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Volume 1 • Issue 2Summer 2015

The Michigan Dairy Cattle News is the official publication of the Michigan Holstein-Friesian Association, Inc. and the Michigan Jersey Cattle Club.

table of contentsNotes from the Field ................................................. 6

MJCC Honors the Distinguished .............................. 8

From The Jersey Desk ............................................. 8

Michigan Jersey Membership Directory ................... 10-11

A Few Grade Heifers to Master Breeder .................. 12

Holstein President’s Pen .......................................... 14

Michigan Holstein Membership Directory ................. 16-21

Michigan Junior Holstein Membership Directory ...... 22

Michigan Junior Holstein News ................................ 23

Distinguished Young Breeder .................................. 24

Glance Back in Time................................................. 26

Memoriam .................................................................28

Sale Reports .............................................................29

Calendar of Events ................................................... 30

coverHappy Summer from the shores of

Michigan. 2018 will arrive before we know it! Mark your calendars,

the National Holstein Convention will be held in Traverse City, Michigan June 29 - July 3, 2018. See you there.Thank you to the many breeders that have trusted me to create their ads and the magazine for so many years. I really have enjoyed working with you! This is my last magazine. I am looking forward to being able to spend more time with my family and farm. Thanks again, Renee McCauley

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Notes From the Field

Hello Michigan Dairymen! My name is Mandi Ramsburg and I am the new regional representative for Holstein Association USA Inc., covering the

Upper Peninsula of Michigan and the northeast region of Wisconsin. I am currently residing in De Pere, Wisconsin, and am from Walkersville, Maryland, where my parents used to milk a small herd of Holstein dairy cattle. I graduated from Virginia Tech in 2014 with a bachelor’s in dairy science. While I was in college I was highly active in the Virginia Tech Dairy Club, Sigma Alpha, and Agronomy

Club. One of my biggest college highlights was being a member of the Virginia Tech Dairy Judging Team, which won at World Dairy Expo in 2013, and winning High Individual of the contest.After graduation, I interned at Select Sires Inc. for six months as their Dairy Progeny Intern. While I was growing up, Holstein Junior activities had a big impact on my passion for the dairy industry. I was on numerous Dairy Bowl teams from Maryland, including the Senior Dairy Bowl team that won the national contest in 2011. I was also selected as a Distinguished Junior Member semifinalist in 2012. I am thrilled to be working for the Holstein Association and also to meet many of you in the near future. I hope to bring my knowledge and lending hand to assist you in bringing more value to your herds through the many services and products that we have to offer. If you need anything from me or have any questions or concerns you may contact me at 920.530.5023 or [email protected]. I look forward to meeting you and will be seeing you sometime in the near future. Mandi Ramsburg

Mandi’s Memo

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Congratulations to Melissa Hart on becoming the new editor of the Michigan Dairy Cattle News! We all need to work hard to support this new magazine. Getting

our great stories and ads out there is the best way we can help ourselves and the magazine. The Michigan Jersey breeders had an exciting spring. Our Spring Show had quality cattle, and was well attended. Our sale averaged just over $1900.00 on 37 lots. Brent Moyer and Mary Costigan put in many hours and we received many compliments on the quality of the animals and how great they looked on sale day. Thank you to all the members who volunteered their time, supplies, and hard work. Summer show season will be here soon. Remember your futurity entries are due July 1st. If you have questions or there is something we can help you with, please give me or any board member a call. Having jerseys should be profitable and fun (at least fun) and if we can help each other along the way, it makes it that much better!!Susie Green President MJCC989-862-5507 home • 989-413-0639 cell

Michigan Jersey Cattle ClubFrom The Jersey Desk

The Michigan Jersey Cattle Club (MJCC) handed out hardware at their annual meeting held in February in Frankenmuth, Michigan.

The MJCC Distinguished Breeder Award went to Larry Haywood of Sand Creek Dairy in Hastings. Larry and his family own and operate Sand Creek Dairy where they have approximately 110 head of Jerseys in addition to 1000 head of Holsteins, Brown Swiss and crossbreds. Dr. Joe Domecq of Michigan State University was honored with the MJCC Distinguished Service Award for his years of being a MJCC Board Advisor. “Joe has done a great job of keeping the Jersey breeders in the loop with what’s happening with other purebred associations within the state and is well deserving of this award,” commented MJCC Secretary Jeff Michalek.

MJCC Honors the Distinguished

Can You Ever Have Too Much Longevity?

Potwell Legends Jennifer EX 92, 8E Rump 92 Mammary 91 Feet & Legs 95 Dairy Strength 91

Over one year ago I introduced Potwell Legends Jennifer to you as an EX91% 7E (a cow who had been rescored EX seven times) and recently had her 12th natural calving, a bull calf. Since then she was scored again and is now EX91% 8E and her last bull calf is now doing some light service work on the cows at Netherhall Farms and will be collected this summer. Canada tells us that only seven cows have scored 7E or 8E in 2013-- thus “Jennifer” is among the very elite living cows.Jennifer is milking well at 16 years of age and thus adding to a life total to date over 240,000 pounds of milk with a 5.0% BF and 4.0% P and is due again with her next calf.She moved into her third farm home last year, and the photos indicate how she looks today, taken one month after calving. (How many young cows do not survive a second home?)Why do we consider “longevity” (as a different measurement than Productive Life) to be so important?It is pretty simple. Unlike PL, which can be “plus” simply by having a third calf (even if the udder is so deep it will be the last calving) -- “longevity” measures those cows with the greatest combined ability for fertility, calving survival, competitive yields of milk, health and stamina, and ultimately who is most adaptable to the wet year, the dry year, the hot year, the cold year, to different milkers, to any environmental change.Longevity may not seem important to a dairyman whose efforts have been to invest in facilities and feeding systems to create a cow environment that is “the same” every day. PL may be all you need to keep your barn full-- a three lactation lifetime. But for those who graze, who milk in more extreme climates, or are organic, where we cannot have “the same” environment from day to day, “adaptability” is the ultimate genetic quality a cow can possess. We have to define how to acquire “adaptability” from genetic selection, as there is no “index” measuring it.“Jennifer” exhibits fertility and longevity and “she got it the old fashioned way, she inherited it” (Legend and the Ogston Vicky’s-- Juno and the Valleystream Jo’s-- back to Potwell’s BDM Jess cow who produced into her 18th year). She is a part of the cow line that produced Semex’ “Sultan” bull.Her son, Maker Verbatim Joker, gets some extra from his sire’s cross of “Veronica”, “Rozel” and “Topsy”. So we expect him to be a package of desirable type and longevity, ready to serve some heifers next fall.

Greg & Sue Palen6672 East Taft Road

Ovid, MI 48866Phone: 989-834-2115

E-mail: [email protected]

Tim & Liz Heinze, Herd Managers

Netherhall

Jerseys

Potwell Legends Jennifer EX 92, 8E12 Lactations 202774 M 4.9 9968 F 3.8 7715 P

breeding polled heads,under grazing management

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Adam, Mark (Constructive Jerseys) 2063 Arch Rd, Eaton Rapids, MI 48827. Ph: (517) 281-7982, email: [email protected], Elmer 14635 Petersburg Rd, Milan, MI 48160. Atherton, Thomas (Tomerton) 10400 Smith Rd, Gaines, MI 48436. Ph: (989) 271-8757, email: [email protected], Steve & Lynda (Bachelor Farms) 5715 W Bachelor Rd, Angola, MI 46703. Ph: (260) 833-1721, email: [email protected], Joe 14071 Addison Rd, Addi-son, MI 49220. Ph: (517) 547-6254.Bowman, John & Dorothy 14480 Addi-son Rd, Addison, MI 49220. Ph: (517) 547-6722.Bradstreet, Mindy 309 West Main St, Addison, MI 49220. Ph: (517) 547-5682, email: [email protected], David 1303 N. St Clair Rd, Ovid, MI 48866. Ph: (989) 834-5683, email: [email protected], Nick (Pro-Hart Jerseys) 3699 Stahlbush Rd, Prescott, MI 48756. Ph: (989) 873-4300, fax: (989) 873-4429, email: [email protected], Diane 11454 Parks Rd, Pewamo, MI 48873. Ph: (989) 307-1040, email: [email protected], Mary (Windy View Farm) 4325 Arthur St. E, Coopersville, MI 49404. Ph: (616) 430-1258, email: [email protected].

Crabtree, James & Nick (Crabtree Jerseys) 15691 US Hwy 223, Addison, MI 49220. Ph: (517) 547-5204, email: [email protected], Margie (Crabtree Jerseys) 6440 N Meridian Rd, Addison, MI 49220. Ph: (517) 547-6368.Dawson, Jeff (Dawson Jersey Farm) 5532 Roach RD, Croswell, MI 48422. Ph: (810) 679-3313, email: [email protected], Joe & Family 2558 W Territo-rial Rd, Rives Junction, MI 49277. Ph: (517) 589-9809, email: [email protected], Susan (Vitality Dairy Crew) 5320 Meridian Rd, Elsie, MI 48831. Ph: (989) 862-5507, email: [email protected], Sadie (Vitality Dairy Crew) 5320 Meridian Rd, Elsie, MI 48831. Ph: (989) 413-0566, email: [email protected] , [email protected] (treasurer).Haywood, Luke (Sand Creek Dairy LLC) 1045 Solomon Rd, Hastings, MI 49058. Ph: (269) 948-8362 fax: (269) 958-8362, email: [email protected], Beth 6611 Knox Rd, Port-land, MI 48875. Ph: (517) 647-6844.Jacobs, Richard & Lori (RL & L Jacobs Farm) 6187 Easton Rd, New Lothrop, MI 48460. Ph: (989) 743-4111, email: [email protected], Raymond & Thelma (R&R Acres) 2575 N Geeck Rd, Corunna, MI 48817. Ph: (989) 743-6168.

Jacobs, Ray E & Angela (R&R Acres) 6611 Jacobs Rd, New Lothrop, MI 48460. Ph: (989) 743-4160.Jacobs, Jennifer (R&R Acres) 2575 Geeck Rd, Corunna, MI 48817. Ph: (989) 666-5999, email: [email protected], David (Jacobs Farm) 7101 E Henderson Rd, New Lothrop, MI 48460. Ph: (810) 638-5779.Jones, Amy & Larry (Lawrence Heritage Farm) 360 Lawrence Rd, Coldwater, MI 49036. Ph: (517) 238-5684, email: [email protected], Tera, Greta, Jennie (Tri-Koebel Holsteins & Jerseys) 16318 Avery Rd, Three Oaks, MI 49128. Ph: (269) 756-9606, email: [email protected], Doug & Susie 11566 Addison Rd, Jerome, MI 49249. Ph: (517) 287-5131, email: [email protected], Ron & Sara (Rosa-Myst) 5015 Devonshire Ave, Lansing, MI 48910. Ph: Ron (989) 225-1365, Sara: (989) 225-1368, email: [email protected] or [email protected], Moss & Renee (Tumble-weed) 4825 Lincoln Lake Ave NE, Lowell, MI 49331. Ph: (616) 691-8424, email: [email protected], Ashley (Ashland Jerseys) 811 W McTaggart Rd, Bad Axe, MI 48413. Ph: (989) 980-3875, email: [email protected], Paul (Rod-er-Dic Farm) 7692 Kalamazoo SE, Byron Center, MI 49315. Ph: (616) 698-8540.

Lifetime MembersElmer Anderson 14635 Petersburg Road, Milan, MI 48160-9205

Marge Crabtree 6440 N. Meridian Road, Addison, MI 49220

Blanche Piepkow 23607 V Drive N., Olivet, MI 49067

2015 Jersey Membership Roster

MICHIGAN JERSEY CATTLE CLUB2015 Membership Directory

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Moyer, Brent (Paramount Enterpris-es Dairy LLC) 2647 E. Caro Rd, Caro, MI 48723. Ph: (989) 553-4333, email: [email protected], Greg (Netherhall Farms) 7517 Welter Rd, Ovid, MI 48866. Ph: (989) 834-2115, fax: (989) 834-2914, email: [email protected], Francis & Patricia (Hapal-son Jersy Farm) 11606 Fleming Rd, Fowlerville, MI 48836. Ph: (517) 223-3187, [email protected], Bill & Melanie 23704 V Drive N., Olivet, MI 49076. Ph: (517) 543-6784.Piepkow, Blanche (Lake & Piepkow) 23607 V Dr N, Olivet, MI 49076. Place, Larry (Place Jersey Farm) 1524 Locke Rd, Perry, MI 48872. Ph: (517) 625-7202, email: [email protected], Fred & Annette (Maple Arbor Farms) 3895 1 Mile Rd, Sears, MI 49679. Ph: (989) 382-5447.Reed, Malissa (Reed Dairy Farm) 4795 W Mason Rd, Owosso, MI 48867. Ph: (989) 277-3343, [email protected], Bruce & Daire (Renmoor Jerseys) PO Box 809, Lake City, MI 49651. Ph: (231) 839-2980, email: [email protected], Brent (Paramount Enterpris-es Dairy LLC) 2647 E. Caro Rd, Caro, MI 48723. Ph: (989) 551-0681, email: [email protected], Nathan (King Street Dairy Farm /Thistle Dew Jerseys) 8147 Swaffer Rd, Vassar, MI 48768. Ph: , email: [email protected], Andrew & Elizabeth (King Street Dairy Farm /Thistle Dew Jerseys) 6027 W Lake Rd, Clio, MI 48420. Ph: (989) 640-6913, email: [email protected], Sarah (Seven Kids Farm) 5420 Farrell Rd, Dexter, MI 48130. Ph: (734) 424-0331, email: [email protected], Stefanie (Narrow Gate Farm) 9082 Beeck Grove Hwy, Rogers City, MI 49779. Ph: (989) 734-0032, cell: (269) 832-6991, email: [email protected], Roy (Royark Farm) 22242-30 Mile Rd, Ray, MI 48096. Ph: 586-749-3514, [email protected].

Shaver, Tim (Fireside Jerseys) 8080 Heater Rd, Silverwood, MI 48760. Ph: (810) 614-7466, email: [email protected], James & Mary (Brown Sugar Jerseys) 11542 Wikes Rd, Yale, MI 48097. Ph: (810) 387-3007 (810) 304-0290, cell: (810) 304-9022, email: [email protected], Madelon (Spike Stable) 11246 Lemott Circle, Jerome, MI 49249. Ph: (810) 635-4919.Thomsen, Kim 1651 S Plumb Rd, Stan-ton, MI 48888. Ph: (989) 328-3104, email: [email protected], Martin & Sally 4342 W Thompson Rd, Stanton, MI 48888. Ph: (989) 328-3085, Sally: (231) 250-5675, email: [email protected].

VanBuskirk, Jim & Jan (JVB Redhot Jer-seys) 1110 W. Sigler Rd, Carleton, MI 48117. Ph: (734) 654-6544, fax: (734) 654-9240, [email protected], Chester & Denise (CDW Jerseys) 8700 Hammond Rd, Concord, MI 49237. Ph: Denise (517) 920-2504, Chet: (517) 206-0661, email: [email protected], Dave & Lisa (Maelynn Hol-steins & Company) 4784 Findlay Rd, St. Johns, MI 48879. Ph: (989) 224-7833, email: [email protected], Craig (Zeinstra Farms LLC) 913 122nd Ave, Shelbyville, MI 49344. Ph: (269) 672-7781, email: [email protected].

Abbott, Braidy 7775 Davis Hwy, Charlotte, MI 48813. Atherton, Kelsie (Tomerton) 10400 Smith Rd, Gaines, MI 48436.

Atherton, Kamryn (Tomerton) 10400 Smith Rd, Gaines, MI 48436.Beeker, Jenna (Sunset-View Farm) 63067 Engle Rd, Constantine, MI 49042.

Black, Olivia (Thistle Dew Jerseys) 14220 S Hinman Rd, Eagle, MI 48822.Black, Ian (Thistle Dew Jerseys) 14220 S Hinman Rd, Eagle, MI 48822.

Bradstreet, Robbie 245 N Chicago St, Lithfield, MI 49252.Burkhardt, Kristen (Tumbleweed) 4825 Lincoln Lake Ave NE, Lowell, MI 49331.

Cook, Miriam (Cook Dairy Farm) 11454 Parks Rd, Pewamo, MI 48873.Cook, Cameron (Cook Dairy Farm) 11454 Parks Rd, Pewamo, MI 48873.

Domecq, Joey 2558 W Territorial Rd, Rives Junction, MI 49277.Haywood, Ethan (Sand Creek Dairy) 1045 Solomon Rd, Hastings, MI 49058.Haywood, Austin (Sand Creek Dairy) 1045 Solomon Rd, Hastings, MI 49058.Haywood, Devin (Sand Creek Dairy) 1045 Solomon Rd, Hastings, MI 49058.

Jacobs, Nathan (R&R Acres) 6611 Jacobs Rd, New Lothrop, MI 48460.Jacobs, Makayla (R&R Acres) 6611 Jacobs Rd, New Lothrop, MI 48460.

Keagy, Kilsun 245 N Chicago St, Litchfield, MI 49252.Keinath, Destiny 5321 Frank Rd, Frankenmuth, MI 48734.

Koebel, Piper (Tri-Koebel) 16318 Avery Rd, Three Oaks, MI 49128.Long, Keagan (Rosa-Myst) 5015 Devonshire Ave, Lansing, MI 48910.

Moyer, Jakob (Brenhaven) 2647 E Caro Rd, Caro, MI 48723.Nugent, Jake (Tumbleweed) 4825 Lincoln Lake Ave NE, Lowell, MI 49331.Nugent, Nikki (Tumbleweed) 4825 Lincoln Lake Ave NE, Lowell, MI 49331.

Nugent, Connor (Tumbleweed) 4825 Lincoln Lake Ave NE, Lowell, MI 49331.Nugent, Keegan (Tumbleweed) 4825 Lincoln Lake Ave NE, Lowell, MI 49331

Provoast, Melanie (Pro-Hart Jerseys) 222 Grove St, Standish, MI 48658. Provoast, Cole (Pro-Hart Jerseys) 222 Grove St, Standish, MI 48658.

Rice, Angel 2575 N Geeck Rd, Corunna, MI 48817.Weston, Kylee (CDW Jerseys) 8700 Hammond Rd, Concord, MI 49237.

Weston, Clayton (CDW Jerseys) 8700 Hammond Rd, Concord, MI 49237.

MICHIGAN JERSEY CATTLE CLUB2015 Junior Membership

MICHIGAN JERSEY CATTLE CLUB 2015 Membership Directory

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The Michigan Holstein Association Master Breeder Award for 2015 was presented to Tom Barends owner of Jenesis Genetics of Fremont.

Tom began in 1981 with a few grade heifers and within one year he purchased a bred heifer and a fresh two year old from Mark Wentland and thus he began in the dairy business. Renting a barn from his grandfather, Tom grew his heard through the early 80s and before long, part of his herd of 28 cows were registered and he had his first classification day where his highest cow scored Good Plus 84, resulting in a BAA below 100. By 1987 Tom purchased his first farm that consisted of a fixer-upper house and sandy ground that ‘wasn’t good for much.’ He built a barn and filled it and worked his plan of breeding the best herd of Registered Holsteins possible. Twenty years later, the result of his hard work and attention to good genetics was a BAA of 110 having bred or developed fifty-one Excellent cows. In 2008, he had a milking herd and bred heifer dispersal but kept back a few open heifers and a couple of cows. He has since built the herd back up and is now breeding and developing his current herd of young cows.While he enjoys working on the farm and breeding good Holsteins, Tom is community minded as well. He has served on the Michigan Holstein Association board, the Michigan Farm Bureau and has been the dairy superintendent at his county fair for fifteen years. Tom has two children, Mercedes and Isaiah.

A Few Grade Heifers to Master BreederTom Barends, Jenesis Genetics

Tom and Lynn Atherton & Family

10400 Smith Road, Gaines, MI 48436989-271-8757 u [email protected]

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How quickly June has come. It seems like just last week we were fighting frozen water, plowing snow, and thawing out frozen fingers. Now first

cutting hay is in the books! And just as the seasons have changed, our organization continues to evolve. Our magazine has a new look, a new name, a new audience, and a new editor--all in the span of a few short months. I would like to say a heartfelt thank you to Renee McCauley for her faithful dedication to our organization. She served as the Michigan-Indiana Holstein News editor for more than fifteen years and did an amazing job during her tenure. I would also like to extend a warm welcome to the new editor of the Michigan Dairy Cattle News, Melissa Hart. We had several qualified candidates to choose from and found Melissa to be the best fit for our vision of the future of this magazine. Plans are also underway for a new activity this year—a MHA summer picnic! With the help of District VII, the MHA Board is excited to sponsor this opportunity for our members to come together for food and fellowship. The details are coming soon, so watch your email and pay attention the Michigan Holstein Association Facebook page for updates. Let’s not forget the National Holstein Convention hosted by Illinois coming up the end of June. Good luck to our junior members who will be competing at the convention! I look forward to seeing many of you at the All-Michigan Show at Dairy Days in July. I hope all of you have an enjoyable summer!Sherry MeyerPresident MHA

President’s MessageMichigan Holstein Association

Adam, Mark (Constructive) spouse: Donna. 2063 Arch Rd., Eaton Rapids, MI 48827. District 3. ph: 517-281-7982, other: c-281-7982, email: [email protected]. (Cows located on various farms).

Alexander, Jeffrey (Na-Lar) spouse: Julie. 5815 Hanover Rd., Hanover, MI 49241. District 3. ph: 517-563-8729, fax:517-563-8037, email: [email protected]. (US 127 to Chicago Rd.(US12) W approx. 7 mi to Moscow Rd., N 5 mi to Hanover Rd. E first farm south side of rd. (white buildings-farm sign).)

Atherton, Thomas F. (Tomerton) spouse: Lynn. 10400 Smith Rd., Gaines, MI 48436. District 6. ph: 989-271-8757, email: [email protected]. (US23 to Grand Blanc Rd. W to Seymour Rd. S to Smith Rd. W 1.7 miles to farm.)

Baker, Timothy (Star-Summit) spouse: Jennifer. 1843 16th Ave., Byron Center, MI 49315. District 5. ph: 616-813-6745 (c), fax:616-896-8994, other: 616-896-8964 home, email: [email protected]. (South of Grand Rapids on US 131 to 84th St. exit, west 8 miles to 16th Ave., 1st place south on 16th Ave.)

Barends, Tom ( Jenesis -B). 1370 W. 32nd St., Fremont, MI 49412. District 7. ph: 231-924-6163, fax:231-924-9794, email: [email protected]. (5 miles east of Fremont on 48th St., 2 miles north on Ferris, east on 32nd St. to first farm on south side.)

Bennett, Lawson (D-L-Bennett) spouse: Alma. 390 Swaffer Rd., Mayville, MI 48744. District 1. ph: 989-843-6019, fax:989-843-0232. (North of Lapeer on M-24 to Swaffer Rd., west 1&1/2 miles to farm on south side of road.)

Berens, Nathan (Melridge). 3165-146th Ave, Dorr, MI

49323. District 4. ph: 616-299-4437. (I-96 to Hudons-ville exit. Go south

on 32nd Avenue about 8 miles; farm on the left (East) side of 32nd Ave.)

Bialobrzeski, Kenneth (KB-View). 1712 Henry St., Alger, MI 48610. District 7. ph: 989-836-2234. (N on 1-75 to 202 exit tEaston, Maple Ridge 1/2 mile to Henry St, South 1/2 mile to farm on left).

Black, George & Sarah A. (King Street). 14220 Hinman Rd, Eagle, MI 48822. District 1. ph: 517-626-7712, fax:517-626-7712, email: [email protected]. (4 miles south of Vas-sar on Vassar Rd., 2 miles west on Swaffer Rd.)

Bodeis, Calvin (Bodeis) spouse: Abigail. 1814 W. Saginaw Rd., Mayville, MI 48744. District 1. ph: 989-843-0043, email: [email protected]. (From light in Mayville: 3 miles west on Saginaw Rd. to farm on north side.)

Bohm, Charles R. (Plumbrook) spouse: Helen. 22407-29 Mile Rd., Ray, MI 48096. District 1. ph: 586-749-9839, email: [email protected]. (8 miles east of M-53 on 29 Mile Rd.)

Bontekoe, Mark (Touchdown) spouse: Katrina. 594 22 Mile Rd., Marion, MI 49665. District 7. ph: 231-743-6923, email: [email protected]. (2 1/2 east of stoplight in Marion to 5th Ave. then north 2 miles. Left on 22 mile road, First place on right.)

Bott, Keith, Wendy & Tiffany (Winterfield). 9155 E Madison Rd, Wheeler, MI 48662. District 6. ph: 989-620-7732. (5 Miles West of Merrill on M-46 to Barry Rd. 1 mile north to Madison, turn east, 1st farm on north side of road).

Braid Farms Inc. (Braid Farms). 3107 New-burg Rd., Durand, MI 48429. District 6. ph: 989-743-3723, other: 989-666-7247, email: [email protected]. (I-69 Bancroft exit-west 1/2 mile to Scribner Rd.-turn N at Scribner Rd; 1 mile on corner).

Buell, Andrew spouse: Deanne. 7075 N. Lewis Ave., Temperance , MI 48182. District 2. ph: 734-693-1408 (c), other: 734-693-3698 (c), email: [email protected].

Burkhardt, Sheila & Conan (Nugentdale). 9984 Crofoot Rd., Fowlerville, MI 48836. District 3. ph: 517-223-7870, email: [email protected].

Butler, Brent & Nina (Sandy Ridge). 13875 Darby Rd., Lake Odessa, MI 48849. Dis-trict 5. ph: 616-374-5211, email: [email protected]. (5 miles west of Lake Odessa on M-50 to corner of Darby Rd.)

Carson Acres, LLC (Carson-Acres) spouse: Shirley. 6280 One Mile Rd., Hesperia, MI 49421. District 7. ph: 231-924-0484, email: [email protected]. (6.75 miles North of Fremont on North Stone Rd. OR 1/4 Mile South on Stone off M-20).

Cary, Stephen spouse: Connie. 6717 Poor-man Rd., Battle Creek, MI 49017. District 3. ph: 269-968-3510, fax:269-968-8828, email: [email protected].

Case, Dennis L. (DLC) spouse: Connie. 2845 Butler Rd., Dowling, MI 49050. District 3. ph: 616-721-3353. (M-37 Hwy. (South from Hastings, North from Battle Creek), to Butler Rd. (1 mile South of Dowling) East on Butler Rd.)

Chestnut, Charles O. spouse: Jane. P.O. Box 51 , 3220 M-52, Williamston, MI 48895. District 3. ph: 517-521-3555. (4 miles east of Williamston to M-52, north to 1st place on east side.)

Clark, Alpha S. & Linda S. Sherman (Cly-dal) spouse: Linda s hubby; Kevin. P.O. Box 8, McBain, MI 49657. District 7. ph: 231-825-2435, fax:231-825-8265, email: [email protected]. ( Junction of US-10 & M-66, go 2 miles west on US-10, 1/2 mile south on 50th Ave., barn on right hand side of road.)

Michigan Holstein Association 2015 Membership Directory

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MICHIGAN HOLSTEIN ASSOCIATION2015 MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY

Michigan Holstein Association Board Of Directors

President ...........................Sherry Meyer Vice President ................Ike HuntExecutive Secretary............Suzanne Tuttila

District 1 ..........................Brent Moyer District 2 .......................Hope ReisterDistrict 3 ..........................Carlyle Westendorp District 4 .......................Tammy VanHaitsmaDistrict 5 ..........................Tim Baker District 6 .......................Gary VitekDistrict 7 ..........................Tom Barends At-Large ........................Shaun HydeAt-Large ............................Steve Reed At-Large ........................Jess Jakubik

Clark, Nicholas (Rho-Nic) spouse: Rhoda. 3699 Stahlbush Rd., Prescott, MI 48756. Dis-trict 7. ph: 989-873-4300, fax:989-873-4429. (14 miles east and 2 miles north of West Branch).

Costigan, Mary Katherine (Mardad) spouse: Ted. 4325 Arthur St East, Coopersville, MI 49404. District 5. ph: 616-430-1258, email: [email protected]. (I-96 West to Exit 19 Lamont/Coopersville; turn right off highway onto 48th Ave.; turn left on Cleveland, right on 56th Ave., down about 4 miles on left side.)

Cumper, Duane G. (Cumper) spouse: Sandra. 350 Decker Rd., Marlette, MI 48453. District 1. ph: 989-635-2796. (6 miles north, 2 miles E, 1/2 mile south of Marlette on west side of road.)

Cumper, John W. (Cumper) spouse: Shirley. 445 Decker Rd., Marlette, MI 48453. District 1. ph: 989-635-2796. (6 miles north, 2 miles E, 1/2 mile south of Marlette on west side of road.)

Cumper, William G. (Cumstead) spouse: Carolyn. 350 Decker Rd., Marlette, MI 48453. District 1. ph: 989-635-2796. (6 miles north, 2 miles east and 1/2 mile south of Marlette.)

Davenport, Dean M. (KelDean) spouse: Kelly. 11305 E. Newburg Rd., Durand, MI 48429. District 6. ph: 989-288-5484, fax:989-288-6349, email: [email protected]. (2 miles east of Durand on Newburg Rd.)

Dillon, Matt (Posey Creek) spouse: Sarah Dillon. 4300 Jerome Rd, North Adams, MI 49262. District 2. ph: 517-287-5504, email: [email protected]; [email protected].

Doherty Farms, LLC (Airy-Fred John). 6571 Brooks Rd, Brown City, MI 48416. Dis-trict 1. ph: 810-688-3482. (From Lansing east on I-69 to Imlay City to M-53. north on M-53, 14 miles to farm.)

Domecq, Joe & Denise spouse: Denise. 2558 W. Territorial Rd., Rives Junction, MI 49277. District 3. ph: 517-589-9809, fax:517-589-9809, email: [email protected].

Double B Dairy /Jeffrey & Alisha Bigler (Al-ibi) spouse: Alisha. 9750 Edgar Rd., Lakeview, MI 48850. District 5. ph: 989-352-5033, other: 989-352-5033, email: [email protected]. (From M-46 & M-91 in Lakeview take M-91 S approx 2-3 mi. Turn E on Deaner Rd. Dairy barn on the N side of the rd.)

Dunseth, Max Lee (Ti-Max) spouse: Tina. 278 South Sprague Rd., Coldwater, MI 49036. District 3. ph: 517-278-3030(c)269-251-0232, fax:517-278-3030, email: [email protected]. (1 1/2 Miles south of U.S. 12 Turn at hospital off U.S. 12).

Ensz, Joe ( Jo-Kim) spouse: Kimberly. 4652 Hayes Rd., Middleton, MI 48856. District 6. ph: 989-236-5247, fax:989-236-2333. (M-57

-North through Middleton on Ely Hwy., 3 miles to Hayes Rd.,right

on Hayes rd.-1 mile to farm-on corner of Ennis & Hayes Rd.)

Folcik, Gerald & Marilee (Folcik). W797 Folcik Ln. 3775, Wilson, MI 49896. District 8. ph: 906-466-2591, fax:906-466-2591. (US 41 to CR 551, south 2 and 1/2 miles to first farm on left.)

Freeland, Randy (Freelands) spouse: Nathalie. 17133 Fruit Ridge, Kent City , MI 49330. District 5. ph: 231-245-3603. (I-96 West of Grand Rapids to Fruit Ridge. Last farm at end; 21 Mile & Fruit Ridge).

Gasper, Ken (Lew-Max) spouse: Jane. 2500 N. Marble Rd., Belding, MI 48809. District 5. ph: 616-897-9729, fax:616-897-9047, email: [email protected]. (North of Sa-ranac on Hawley 3 miles, west on Potters 3 miles to Marble Rd., north 3 miles.)

Geurink, Gerald A. (Geurink) spouse: Joan. 5380 Lake Michigan Dr, Allendale, MI 49401. District 5. ph: 616-895-6764, fax:616-895-6764, email: [email protected]. (11 miles west of Grand Rapids on M-45 or 1/4 mile east of Allendale.)

Gilna, Richard & Maureen (Modik). 5160 Serr Rd, Corunna, MI 48817. District 6. ph: 989-743-3996, email: [email protected]. (5 miles east of Owosso on M-21 to Kerby Rd., 1/4 mile south to Serr Rd., 1/4 mile east.)

Graf, Glenn (Graf Acres, LLC). 2200 N M-52, Stockbridge, MI 49285. District 3. ph: 517-851-8693. (5 miles north of Stockbridge at the corner of M-52 and Swan Rd.)

Granskog, David (Granskog-Acres). Box 508, W6435 20.5 RD., Stephenson, MI 49887. District 8. ph: 906-753-2848, email: [email protected]. (Take US 41 S. to G-12. W on G-12 about 2 mi to Linderoth Rd. N to 1st. cross road, 20.5 Mile Rd. to end of road.)

Green Meadow Farms, Inc. (Green Mead-ow). 6400 Hollister Rd., Elsie, MI 48831. District 6. ph: 989-862-4291, fax:989-862-4292, email: [email protected].

Green, C. Velmar and Craig (Green Mead-ow). 6400 Hollister Rd, Elsie, MI 48831. District 6. ph: 989-862-5020.

Green, Charles D. & Susie (New Vitality) spouse: Susie. 5320 N Meridian Rd, Elsie, MI 48831. District 6. ph: 989-862-5507, email: [email protected].

Green, Craig (Green Meadow) spouse: Darcy. 8521 E Mead Rd., Elsie, MI 48831. District 6. ph: 989-862-3703, fax:fax:989-862-4292, email: [email protected].

Gremel, Walter (Starward). 9393 Canboro Rd., Sebewaing, MI 48759. District 1. ph: 989-883-3772. (4 and 1/2 miles east of the sugar factory in Sebewaing.)

Gross, Steve H. (Gross-Farm) spouse: Steph-anie. 2877 North Gilmore Rd., Weidman, MI 48893. District 7. ph: 989-298-7011. (1 mile south of Rosebush. Then 8 miles west to Gilmore Rd. Then 1/4 mile south.)

Hackney, Dale ( John-Don) spouse: Linda. 4814 S County Line Rd., Durand, MI 48429. District 6. ph: 810-962-0184 (D), fax:810-962-0183 (L). (1 and 1/2 mile south of I-69 on Sheridan Rd., (Exit 123).)

Hart, Bobby spouse: Melissa. 4520 Holcomb Rd., North Adams, MI 49262. District 2. ph: 517-287-5719, email: [email protected]. (127 South to North Adams Road, west to Holcomb Road, south 1/2 mile.)

Hassevoort, Donald & Douglas (D & D-S-Dream). 7700 72nd Ave., Hudsonville, MI 49426. District 5. ph: 616-875-7161, email: [email protected]. (Ford Exwy to Hudsonville Exit, N to Port Sheldon Rd., W 6 mi to 72nd Ave., N 1 & 1/2 mi. Farm is on E and W side of the rd.)

Haywood, Luke (LEH Sand Creek) spouse: Renee. 1045 Solomon Rd., Hastings, MI 49058. District 3. ph: 269-948-8362, fax:269-948-8362. (5 miles W of Hastings by Hastings Airport).

Hazle, George J. (Golden Knob) 4389 East Pratt Rd., St. Johns, MI 48879. District 6. ph: 517-651-5430, email: [email protected]. (5 miles south of St. Johns on Busines Route US 27 to Price Road, 3 miles east to Chandler Road, south 2 1/2 miles to Pratt Road, east 1/2 mile.)

Hoekstra, Dennis (Hoekstar) spouse: Dana. 1721 21 Mile Rd, Barryton, MI 49305. Dis-trict 7. ph: 989-382-7491. (M-66 to Barryton; East 1 mile on 20 Mile; North 1 mile on 20th to farm).

Hoff, Nicole & VanderPloeg, Tony (Tonic). 1666 S Begole rd, Ithaca, MI 48847. District 6. ph: 940-733-8960, fax:989-574-6112, email: [email protected]. (West of Ithaca).

Horning, Jeffrey (Horning) spouse: Lynda. 11834 Pleasant Lake, Manchester, MI 48158. District 2. ph: 734-428-8610, fax:734-428-1874, email: [email protected]. (Take I-94 to M-52. Go south 8 miles to Pleasant Lake Rd. go east 4 miles.)

Horning, Katelyn (Horning) spouse: Lynda. 11834 Pleasant Lake, Manchester, MI 48158. District 2. ph: 734-428-8610, fax:734-428-1874, email: [email protected]. (Take I-94 to M-52. Go south 8 miles to Pleasant Lake Rd. go east 4 miles.)

Hull, Michael & Lori (Upperknoll). 4114 Holcomb Rd., North Adams, MI 49262. Dis-trict 2. ph: 517-287-5119, fax:517-287-4060, email: [email protected].

Hunt, Ike spouse: Mary. 6386 N. Merid-ian Rd., Elsie, MI 48831. District 6. ph: 989-862-4864, other: 989-307-0987, email: [email protected].

Hyde, Patricia L. (Moram). 11872 Bailey Rd., Morley, MI 49336. District 5. ph: 231-856-4481, email: [email protected]. (US 131 to M-46, east 5 miles to Bailey Rd., north 2 and 1/2 miles to farm.)

2015 Membership Directory

Hyde, Shaun & Betty Jo (Moram). 11766 Bailey Rd., Morley, MI 49336. District 5. ph: 616-291-2773, other: 989-287-2660. (US 131 to M-46, east 5 miles to Bailey Rd., north 2 and 1/2 miles to farm.)

Jakubik, Jessica (Geurink) spouse: Matthew. 4729 Henderson Lake Rd., Prescott, MI 48756. District 5. ph: 616-889-3849, email: [email protected]. (11 miles west of Grand Rapids on M-45 or 1/4 mile east of Allendale.)

Johnson, R. Lynn (Flat River). 8877 N. Der-by Rd., Six Lakes, MI 48886. District 5. ph: 989-365-3085. (Intersection of M-46 and M-66 at Six Lakes: 3/4 mi E on M-46 to Derby Rd., 1/8 mi N to farm on W side of road.)

Jorgensen, Aaron (Ri-Val-Re) spouse: Robin. 4104 Moyer Rd., Williamston, MI 48895. District 3. ph: 517-468-3431, fax:-fax:517-468-3510. (From Webberville west on Grand River Ave. to Webberville Rd. then north 3 1/2 miles on Webb Rd. to Moyer Rd. then east on Moyer Rd. 1/4 mile to farm.)

Kellenberger, Dale (Havendale) spouse: Sue. 8717 Huttenlocker, Munith, MI 49259. Dis-trict 3. ph: 517-596-2578. (1 1/2 miles east of Munith on Waterloo-Munith Road to Huttenlock-er Road, south 1 1/2 miles to farm.)

Kirk, Kevin M. & Dana Sue (Golden Knob). 1608 Silvers Rd., Rt. 6, St. Johns, MI 48879. District 6. ph: 989-224-4735, email: [email protected]. (US 27 N of St. Johns 3 miles to Silvers Rd, right(East) 1 1/2 miles to farm on right.)

Klamer, David (DK). 4474 Harding Rd., Conklin, MI 49403. District 5. ph: 616-899-1043. (1 Mile West of Conklin on Harding Rd..)

Klee, Earl (Kleeland). 3983 Minden Rd, Ruth, MI 48470. District 1. ph: 989-864-3591. (2 miles west of Ruth 1 1/4 north).

Knust, Susan (LBDSK). 6471 Hollow Corners, Dryden, MI 48428. District 1. ph: 810-798-8772, fax:810-798-2677, email: [email protected]. (3 miles south of M-53 and I-69 intersection. 1 1/2 miles west to farm on Hollow Corners.)

Koebel-Baker, Tera (Tri-Koebel). 16318 Avery Rd., Three Oaks, MI 49128. District 4. ph: 616-756-9606. (2 miles east and 1 and 3/4 mile north of Three Oaks.)

Koebel, Greta (Tri-Koebel). 16318 Avery Rd., Three Oaks, MI 49128. District 4. ph: 269-756-9606. (2 miles east and 1 and 3/4 mile north of Three Oaks.)

Koebel, Terry & Jennie (Tri-Koebel) 16318 Avery Rd., Three Oaks, MI 49128. District 4. ph: 269-756-9606, fax:269-756-9606, email: jkoebel@[email protected]. (2 miles east and 1

and 3/4 mile north of Three Oaks.)

Kraft, David Wesley (Grassylea). 12916 W. Stanton Rd., Trufant, MI 49347. District 5. ph: 616-984-2977. (1 mile east of Trufant on Stanton Road.)

Kronemeyer, John & Julia/Jim & Toni (Tay-lor Creek). 7065 East Taylor Rd., Pickford, MI 49774. District 8. ph: 906-647-7638, fax:906-647-1064. (2 miles south and 1/4 mile west of Pickford.)

Kulhawick, Joseph C. (Wickdale) spouse: Ruth. 11320 W Stoney Corners Rd., Mc Bain, MI 49657. District 7. ph: 231-825-8098, email: [email protected].

Kurtz, John (Teakwood). 4896 N. Meridian, Elsie, MI 48831. District 6. ph: 989-277-1946, email: [email protected].

Lautner, Terry K. (Leelanau) spouse: Cath-ryn. 13718 S. Bugai Rd., Traverse City, MI 49684. District 7. ph: 231-946-4623, fax:`, other: 231-883-6455, email: [email protected]. (2 1/2 miles west of Traverse City on M-72 then 1/4 mile north on Bugai Rd).

Lee, Katherine L. 7058 Jamie Dr., McBain, MI 49657. District 7. ph: 231-825-0331, email: [email protected].

Lehman, Christina Marie & John (OLR Holsteins) spouse: John Lehman. 7400 W. Riley Rd., Elsie, MI 48831. District 6. ph: 989-661-2714, fax:989-661-2714, email: [email protected]. (127 North to M-21 East to Carland Rd. North to Riley Rd.-West 1/2 mile).

Letts, Bethenie (Sue-Cha). 18207 19 Mile Rd, Marshall, MI 49068. District 3. ph: 269-317-3999, email: [email protected].

Lipsey, Lisa Lee 6980 Johnson Rd., Potter-ville, MI 48876. District 3. ph: 517-645-0074, email: [email protected].

Long, Douglas R. (Long Haven) spouse: Bev. 2100 Seneca Hwy., Clayton, MI 49235. Dis-trict 2. ph: 517-445-2662, fax:517-445-2662, email: longhavenfarm@tc3net. (7 miles west of Adrian on Beecher at Seneca.)

Long, Ronald D. & Sara (Rosa Myst) spouse: Sara. 5015 Devonshire Ave, Lansing, MI 48910. District 3. ph: 989-225-1368, fax:989-225-1365 (c-Ron), email: [email protected]. (Housed at T & H Dairy & Greg DeForest).

Long, Scott (Long-Haven) spouse: Jenni-fer. 2091 Seneca Hwy, Clayton, MI 49235. District 2. ph: 517/445-2280, email: [email protected]. (7 miles west of Adrian on Beecher.)

Lozmack, Diane (Ad-Lib). 7150 W. Kruger Rd., Three Oaks , MI 49128. District 4. ph: 269-756-9208.

Majeske, Sallie (Angle Acres). 311 - 112th Street, Grant, MI 49327. District 7. ph: 231-834-5238, email: [email protected]. (1 mile north of Grant on M-37, 1/4 mile east on 112th Street on north side of road.)

Marshall, Eric & Brian (Marshall Bros.) spouse: Marsha. 10139 W. Chicago Rd., Allen, MI 49227. District 2. ph: 517-869-2872, fax:517-869-2065, email: [email protected]. (3 miles East of Quincy on US 12-South side of Highway-Blue Harvestor).

McCauley, Thomas & Renee (Tumbleweed). 4825 Lincoln Lake NE, Lowell, MI 49331. District 5. ph: 616-283-6411, fax:616-691-1084, other: 616-691-7926, email: [email protected].

Meyer, Carol E (Rod-er-Dic). 1652 76th St. S.E., Caledonia, MI 49316. District 5. ph: 616-698-8540, fax:616-698-8540, other: 616-698-2062 barn. (S on US 131 to 76th st exit, E on 76th Street 2 1/4 mi to Kalamazoo SE, S on Kalamazoo SE to the first farm on the E side.)

Meyer, Paul R. (Rod-er-Dic) spouse: Sherry. 7692 Kalamazoo, SE, Byron Center, MI 49315. District 5. ph: 616-698-8208, fax:616-698-8540, other: 616-490-3336. (S on US 131 to 76th S exit, E on 76th st 2 1/4 mi to Kalam-azoo SE, S on Kalamazoo SE to the first farm on the E side.)

Meyer, Sherry (Strautz AAA) spouse: Paul. 7692 Kalamazoo Ave. SE, Byron Center, MI 49315. District 5. ph: 616-698-8208, fax:616-698-8208, other: 616-490-2873, email: [email protected]. (M-66 to S. Kalamazoo Ave. Go through 3 stoplights to 76th st. Farm is just past 76th St. intersection on left (East) side.)

Middleton, Gary (Idlewild) spouse: Debra. 16345 Lowe Rd., Hudson, MI 49247. District 2. ph: 517-448-8770. (2 Miles South of hudson to Lowe Rd. East 1/2/ mile).

Minnis, Carl E. & Caroline (Car-Min-Vu) spouse: Caroline. 2795 Howell Rd., Webber-ville, MI 48892. District 3. ph: 517-521-3607. (I-96 to Dansville exit south to Howell Rd. east on Howell Rd. 2 miles.)

Molhoek, Duane & Janet (End Road). 429 E. Walenjus Rd., Falmouth, MI 49632. District 7. ph: 231-826-3770, fax:231-826-3773, email: [email protected]. (1 mile north of the bank in Falmouth. Corner of Koopman & Walenjus Rd).

Moyer, Brent (BrenHaven). 2647 E Caro Rd, Caro, MI 48723. District 1. ph: 989-553-4333, other: 989-553-4333, email: [email protected]. (M-24 to Caro. East on M-81 approximately 5 miles to farm; left side of M-81).

Neff, Michelle & James (Moram) spouse: James. 880 E. Clarence Rd., Harrison, MI 48625. District 7. ph: 989-429-2359, fax:-fax:989-539-2791, other: 989-539-7805, email: [email protected]. (US 131 to M-46, east 5 miles to Bailey Rd., north 2 and 1/2 miles to farm.)

Nelkie, Charles & Julie (Lemajru-N). 1595 W. State Rd., West Branch, MI 48661. Dis-trict 7. ph: 989-345-2255, email: [email protected]. (Exit 112 Business Loop to Fairview Rd., Rt(N). 3/4 mi to State Rd. Rt(E) 2 mi. 1st farm E of Moose Lodge. Or, Alger Exit onto 33


N. 4 mi, past M55/M33 Intersection to State Rd. 5 mi W on State Rd. White barn, 4 blue silos, and white house.)

Nelkie, Emory (Lemajru-N). 1837 Finert Rd, West Branch, MI 48661. District 7. ph: 989-345-2255. (Exit 112 Business Loop to Fairview Rd., Rt(N). 3/4 mi to State Rd. Rt(E) 2 mi. 1st farm E of Moose Lodge. Or, Alger Exit onto 33 N. 4 mi, past M55/M33 Intersection to State Rd. 5 mi W on State Rd. White barn, 4 blue silos, and white house.)

Nelkie, Martin (Lemajru-N). 1595 State Rd., West Branch, MI 48661. District 7. ph: 517-345-2255. (I-75 to Cook Rd. exit at West Branch, 1-75 business loop to Fairview Rd., 1/4 mile north to State Rd., east 2 miles to first farm past Moose Lodge.)

Nelkie, Reuben (Lemajru-N). 1837 Finerty Rd, West Branch, MI 48661. District 7. ph: 517-345-2255. (I-75 to Cook Rd. exit at West Branch, 1-75 business loop to Fairview Rd., 1/4 mile north to State Rd., east 2 miles to first farm past Moose Lodge.)

Nugentdale Farm (Nugentdale). 4825 Lin-coln Lake Rd., Lowell, MI 49331. District 5. ph: 616-691-7237, email: [email protected]. (North of Lowell on Lincoln Lake Road about 8 miles, farm is located between 5 Mile and 6 Mile Roads.)

O Farrell, Abigail R (Lemajru) spouse: Mi-chael E. O Farrell. 1204 Simmons Rd., West Branch, MI 48661. District 7. ph: 989-709-6206, email: [email protected].

Osentoski, Steve (SKB). 2325 Bay City-For-estville Rd., Ubly, MI 48475. District 1. ph: 517-658-8089. (3 miles south of Ubly, 3/8 mile east on Bay City-Forestville Rd.)

Paulen, Jeffrey L. (Claytop). 17909 Deaner Rd, Howard City, MI 49329. District 7. ph: 616-634-2958, fax:231-937-4954, email: [email protected]. (In Howard City, take E darton E to Orton St., go N across a bridge, follow fork in Rd to the E 1 1/2 mi, farm is on the corner of Deaner and Paepke Rds.)

Post, Steven Daniel (Rosable) spouse: Pam Shenk. 17278 US 12, White Pigeon, MI 49099. District 4. ph: 574-202-3194, email: [email protected]. (From Jct. of 131 and US 12, go east on 12 through White Pigeon. First farm east of White Pigeon on North side of road just past Lutz Rd.)

Potter, Ron, Jim & Anthony (Rose Brook). 4292 14th Street, Wayland, MI 49348. Dis-trict 4. ph: 616-262-6808. (2 miles east and 1/2 mile north of Dorr on west side of 14th St.)

Prichard, Fred D. & Annette L. (Maple Arbor). 3895 1 Mile Rd., Sears, MI 49679. District 7. ph: 989-382-5447, email: [email protected]. (US-10 to M-66 South 5

Miles to 1 Mile Rd., West 1 mile to 40th Ave South 1/4 mile to barn.)

Protzman, Gary L. (Delcath) spouse: Deann. 4141 N Maxwell Rd., Caseville, MI 48725. District 1. ph: 989-856-4446, email: [email protected]. (5 miles north of Elkton, 2 miles west on Filion Rd., north 1 and 1/2 mile on north Maxwell.)

Pyle, Bertus (Creekmere) spouse: Edna. 3647 100th Ave., Zeeland, MI 49464. District 5. ph: 616-772-6647. (1/2 mile north of Zeeland on 100th Ave. between Riley & Quincy Streets.)

Raterink, Michael (Rat-Rink). 2145-72nd Ave, Zeeland, MI 49464. District 5. ph: 616-772-6784, email: [email protected]. (I96 to Exit 55-Byron Rd East 1 1/2 miles to 72nd Ave., Sount 1/4/ mile).

Reed Dairy Farm (S.J. Reed) spouse: Elaine. 4795 W. Mason Rd., Owosso, MI 48867. District 6. ph: 989-277-2078, fax:989-725-5661, other: 989-277-2078, email: [email protected]. (East of Owosso on M-21 to Sherman Rd., north to Mason Rd., west 1/2 mile to farm on south side of road.)

Reister, Hope (Michalee). 1960 N. Jerome Rd, Hillsdale, MI 49242. District 2. ph: 517-425-8088, other: 517-425-8088, email: [email protected]. (5 1/2 miles north of Pittsford, Mich.)

Robinson, Brent (Pinnacle). 2647 E Caro Rd, Caro, MI 48723. District 1. ph: 989-551-0681, email: [email protected]. (M-24 to Caro. East on M-81 approximately 5 miles to farm; left side of M-81).

Rock, Richard (Sunnyrock). 3055 N Geeck Rd, Corunna, MI 48817. District 6. ph: 989-743-3856. (6 miles east of Owosso and 3 miles north.)

Rubingh, Marvin (Rubi-Sweet, Rubi-Mart). 8022 Rubingh Rd., Ellsworth, MI 49729. District 7. ph: 231-588-6084, fax:231-588-2329, email: [email protected]. (2 miles south of Ellsworth on C-65.)

Rupprecht, Andrew (King-Street) spouse: Elizabeth. 6027 W Lake RD, Clio, MI 48420. District 1. ph: 269-986-6793, email: [email protected]. (from Vassar; 4 miles south on Vassar Rd., 2 miles west on Swaffer Rd.)

Rupprecht, Chris (King-Street). 5754 Jay Rd, Vassar, MI 48786. District 1. ph: 989-871-2516 or 233-5717, email: [email protected]. (4 miles south of Vassar on Vassar Rd., 2 miles west on Swaffer Rd.)

Sanford, Brenda S. (Brookside-S). 4201 Reinelt Rd., Deckerville, MI 48427. District 1. ph: 810-376-4708. (From Deckerville: 6 miles west, 1 1/2 mile north from Sandusky: 7 miles north, 1 mile west, 1 1/2 miles north.)

Sanford, Carl W. (Brookside-S) spouse: Dor-othy E.. 4201 Reinelt Rd., Deckerville, MI 48427. District 1. ph: 810-376-4708, email: [email protected]. (From Deckerville: 6 miles west, 1 and 1/2 mile north or from Sandusky: 7 miles north, 1 mile west, 1 and 1/2 mile north.)

Sanford, Dorothy spouse: Carl. 4201 Reinelt Rd., Deckerville, MI 48427. District 1. ph: 810-376-4708, email: [email protected]. (From Deckerville: 6 miles west, 1 and 1/2 mile north or from Sandusky: 7 miles north, 1 mile west, 1 and 1/2 mile north.)

Sanford, Jeffrey A (Rose-Castle) spouse: Dr. Ellen, J. D.V.M.. 37 W. Stone Rd., Deckerville, MI 48427. District 1. ph: 810-376-4321, other: farm 810-376-4708. (6 miles west and 1 1/2 miles northof Deckerville, Or &miles N and 1 mile W, and 1 1/2 N of Sandusky).

Schilling, William H. (R-Pine) spouse: Rita. 19724 Marcellus Hwy., Decatur, MI 49045. District 4. ph: 269-782-6583, fax:616-782-8841. (10 miles east of Dowagiac on Marcellus Hwy).

Sederlund Farms, LLC (Elbon) spouse: Darlene. 4121 S. Perkey Rd., Rt. 4, Charlotte, MI 48813. District 3. ph: 517-663-9666, fax:517-663-9666, email: [email protected]. (4 miles east of Charlotte to Perkey Rd., 3 and 1/8 miles south to farm.)

Sherman, Casey (Clydal). 4361 50th Ave., Sears, MI 49679. District 7. ph: 231-734-3472. ( Junction of US-10 & M-66, go 2 miles west on US-10, 1/2 mile south on 50th Ave., barn on right hand side of road.)

Sherman, Travis (Clydal). 4361 50th Ave., Sears, MI 49679. District 7. ph: 231-734-3472. ( Junction of US-10 & M-66, go 2 miles west on US-10, 1/2 mile south on 50th Ave., barn on right hand side of road.)

Shuler, G. C. & Sons (Wa-Ward). 2791 Snow Rd., Baroda, MI 49101. District 4. ph: 269-326-0366, fax:269-465-3965, email: [email protected]. (1 and 1/ 2 mile west of Cleveland Ave. on Snow Rd.)

Sipiorski, James (North-Fashion) spouse: Sandra. 3400 Wheatfield Dr, St. Johns, MI 48879. District 6. ph: 989-224-1840, fax:989-224-1840, email: [email protected].

Smith, Kevin D. & Traci J. (Smikin). P.O. Box 63, Williamston, MI 48895. District 3. ph: 517-655-3598, email: [email protected].

Sneller, Darwin D. (Starward) spouse: Kathy. 8677 Kilmanagh Rd., Sebewaing, MI 48759. District 1. ph: 989-883-3716, other: (c)989-977-3718, email: [email protected]. (4 and 1/2 miles east of the Sugar Factory on Canboro Rd.)

Sneller, Eric (Starward) spouse: Cassie. 3167 Bay Port Rd, Sebewaing, MI 48759. District 1. ph: 517-420-6840, email: [email protected]. (4 and 1/2 miles east of the Sugar Factory on Canboro Rd.)

Stevens, Douglas P. (Woodyvale). 3079 N Vandecar Rd, Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858. District 7. ph: 989-644-2094, other: C: 989-330-1013. (From Mt. Pleasant north on old 27 to Weidman Rd. West 7 miles to Vandecar-white barn w/green roof ).


Stieg, Louis & Rosemarie (Holger LRS). 16377 W. Hersey Rd., Hersey, MI 49639. District 7. ph: 231-832-2848, fax:231-832-2848, email: [email protected]. (1 miles east of Hersey, across Muskeson Bridge, 1st farm south side of road.)

Studer, Roger/Runningwell Dairy (Runnin-gwell). 96th Ave 4944N, Hart, MI 49420. District 7. ph: 231-873-4189. (Old US 31 north of Hart 2 miles to Lever Rd., east 2 miles to 96th Ave., north 1 and 1/4 mile.)

Surbrook, Rick, Gerald & James (Surbrook). 4858 Maple Lane Rd., Rives Junction, MI 49277. District 3. ph: 517-569-3143. (2 miles south of Rives Junction to Maple Lane Road., 1/2 mile west to farm.)

Sweers, Janice A. (Rod-Er-Dic) spouse: Michael. 1541 Dennis Rd., Williamston, MI 48895. District 5. ph: 517-655-2573, fax:517-655-9197, email: [email protected]. (Housed at Roger & Paul Meyer, Byron Center.)

Swisslane Dairy Farms (Swisslane). 12877 84th St, Alto, MI 49302. District 5. ph: 616-889-5018, fax:616-868-6742. (S off exit 52 of I-96 on Alden Rd (M-50), 5 miles to 84th St, east 1 mile).

T & H Dairy (Minsu). 3024 N Wright Rd., Fowler, MI 48835. District 6. ph: 989-593-2307, fax:fax:989-593-2787, email: [email protected].

Tacoma Dairy Inc. (Tacoma). 180 W Blue Rd., Falmouth, MI 49632. District 7. ph: 231-826-1512. (1 1/2 miles north of Falmouth.)

Thelen, Jeffry W. ( Jef-Len) spouse: Pat-ti. 8592 W. Parks Rd., St. Johns, MI 48879. District 6. ph: 989-593-2210. (M-21 9 mi W of St. Johns to Francis Rd., S 2 mi to Parks Rd., W 1 and 1/2 mile to farm on north side of road.)

Thelen, Thomas spouse: Nancy. 2636 Staley Rd., Lyons, MI 48851. District 5. ph: 517-855-3631. (Lyons, Mich. - 8 miles NW Portland: on Divine Hwy north to David Hwy., west to Staley north 1 1/2 miles, west side.)

Thuemmel Dairy, Inc./Daniel W. Thuemmel (Thuemland). 8774 Thuemmel Rd., Port Aus-tin, MI 48467. District 1. ph: 989-738-8668, fax:989-738-7954. (2 and 1/2 miles east of Port Austin on M-25, 1/2 mile north on Thuemmel rd.)

Thuemmel, Daniel T. (Thuemland). 8774 Thuemmel Rd., Port Austin, MI 48467. District 1. ph: 989-550-1487. (2 and 1/2 miles east of Port Austin on M-25, 1/2 mile north on Thuemmel Rd.)

Thuemmel, Daniel W. (Thuemland) spouse: Vivian. 8774 Thuemmel Rd., Port Austin, MI 48467. District 1. ph: 989-738-8668. (2 and 1/2 miles east of Port Austin on M-25, 1/2 mile north on Thuemmel Rd.)

Trierweiler Dairy Farms (Tri-way). 9123 Grange Rd., Portland,

MI 48875. District 6. ph: 989-587-4042, fax:989-587-

4041, email: [email protected]. (3 miles south of Westphalia on Grange Rd.)

Troyer, Brian (Troyer-Vue) spouse: Teresa. 380 Bullock Rd, Coldwater, MI 49036. Dis-trict 4. ph: 517-278-3119, fax:517-278-3784, email: [email protected].

Van Rhee, Gary (Al-Ott) spouse: Diane. A4147 147th Ave., Holland, MI 49423. District 4. ph: 616-688-5591, fax:-fax:616-688-5765, other: 616-836-2098, email: [email protected]. (1 and 1/2 mile south and 3/4 mile west of Drenthe.)

Van Rhee, Gene K. (Claydale). P.O. Box 376, Caledonia, MI 49316. District 4. ph: 616-318-0243, email: [email protected].

Van Rhee, Gene K. (Claydale). P.O. Box 376, Caledonia, MI 49316. District 4. ph: 616-318-0243, email: [email protected].

VanHaitsma, Tim J & Tammy K (Sun Quest). 4480 18th St, Dorr, MI 49323. District 5. ph: 616-681-9439, email: [email protected].

Ver Hage, Tim & Sandy (Ver Hages). 2917 104th Ave., Allegan, MI 49010. District 4. ph: 269-673-4886, fax:269-673-4886, email: [email protected]. (M-40 south of Allegan to 104th Ave. - east 1 1/2 miles on 104th Ave. farm on north side of road.)

Vitek, Gary & Lynn (Wonder-Bred) spouse: Lynn. 4194 W. Parks Rd., St. Johns, MI 48879. District 6. ph: 989-224-8536, email: [email protected].

W-R-L Daniels Farm, LLC (W-R-L) spouse: Anne. 8189 W. Prescott Rd., Whittemore, MI 48770. District 7. ph: 989-756-4935, other: 989-873-0036 (c), email: [email protected]. (2 and 1/2 miles west of Whittemore on the road to the high school.)

Wadell Dairy Farm, LLC./Jeff & Charles (Wadelland) spouse: Gail. 5112 E. Maple Rapids Rd., Elsie, MI 48831. District 6. ph: 989-862-5572, fax:989-862-5609. (5 mi E of US 27 on Maple Rapids Rd.; from stoplight in Elsie, W 5 mi to Watson, N 1 1/2 mi to Maple Rapids, 1/4 mi E to 1st house on S side.)

Wardin Brothers (Wardin) spouse: [email protected]. 2155 N. Fordney, Hemlock, MI 48626. District 6. ph: 989-642-3262, fax:989-642-3262, email: [email protected]. (2 miles east and 2 miles north of Hemlock.)

Wardin, Paul & Sara (Genie-Vale) spouse: Sara. 2175 N. Fordney, Hemlock, MI 48626. District 7. ph: 989-642-3388. (2 miles east - 1 mile north of Hemlock).

Watts, Todd W. (Esquerita) 865 Norway Dr, Fowler, MI 48835. District 6. ph: 989-593-2679, email: [email protected]. (2 miles north of Fowler on Wright Road, northeast corner of Wright and Kinley Rd.)

Webster-VanAtta, Margery (Green Meadow) spouse: Mark. 6125 Hibbard Rd, Laingsburg, MI 48848. District 6. ph: 517-719-7436, email: [email protected].

Wendell-Country Dairy Inc. (View-Home). 3476 S. 80th Ave., New Era, MI 49446. Dis-trict 7. ph: 231-861-4636, email: [email protected]. (US 31 north to New Era exit, east 2 and 1/2 miles to first stop sign, left to first Rd., right to first place.)

Westendorp, Doug (Westvale-View) spouse: Louisa. 6382 S M 66 Hwy, Nashville, MI 49073. District 3. ph: 269-838-7001 (D-C), fax:517-852-9004, other: 269-838-8017 (L-C), email: [email protected]. (2 miles south of Nashville, northeast corner of M-66 and M-79.)

Whelan, Chad Wesley (Top-O-Hill) spouse: Kelly. 3450 Whelan Rd, Tipton, MI 49287. District 2. ph: 517-403-9497.

Whelan, Dave (Top-O-Hill) spouse: Shanon. 11470 Tipton Hwy, Tipton, MI 49287. Dis-trict 2. ph: 517-403-7219, fax:517-431-2905, email: [email protected]. (South of US-12 on Tipton Hwy. - Whelan Rd East-Farm on North side OR North of M-50 at Tipton - Whel-an Rd East to farm).

Wieber Dairy, LLC (Wieber). 5053 N. Wright Rd., Fowler, MI 48835. District 6. ph: 989-593-2421. (4 miles north of Fowler on Wright Rd. northwest corner of French & Wright brick house.)

Wilson, David (Maelynn) spouse: Lisa. 4784 Findlay Rd, St. Johns, MI 48879. District 6. ph: 989-224-7833.

Wilson, Lisa Mae Wing (Maelynn) spouse: David. 4784 Findlay Rd., St. Johns, MI 48879. District 6. ph: 989-224-7833, fax:989-224-7833, email: [email protected]. (N of St. Johns to French Rd. W 2 1/2 mi to Mcneil Rd, N to Lowe Rd, W 1 mi to Church & school (Findlay Rd) Turn S (left) 3/4 mi.)

Wolford, Diane (Wolford). 8671 W 40th, Fremont, MI 49412. District 7. ph: 231-924-6526, email: [email protected]. (4 miles west of Fremont on 48th St 1 mile north on Dick-inson then 1/4 east, first farm on the north side.)

Wolford, Gary (Wolford) spouse: Karen. 8671 W 40th, Fremont, MI 49412. District 7. ph: 231-924-6526, email: [email protected]. (4 miles west of Fremont on 48th St. 1 mile north on Dickinson then 1/4 east, first farm on the north side.)

Woods, John (Moon Lit Woods) spouse: Cathy. 20652 3 Mile Rd., Reed City, MI 49677. District 7. ph: 231-832-2833, email: [email protected]. (1/2 mile south on old 131 and 1 mile east of Reed City onThree Mile Rd.)

Yonkman, Samuel J. (Yonkman-S-D) spouse: Denise. 10851 W. Strief Rd., McBain, MI 49657. District 7. ph: 231-825-2844. (3 1/2 miles west of McBain, 1/2 mile south, 1 and 1/4 mile west on south side of road.)

Zimmerman, Ken (Thumb-Meadow) spouse: Marian. 381 Freiberger Rd., Sandusky, MI 48471. District 1. ph: 810-648-5235. (3/4 mile north of 46 and 1 mile east of 19.)



AD-LIB: Lozmack, DianeAiry-Fred John: Doherty Farms, LLCAlibi: Double B Dairy /Jeffrey & Alisha BiglerAl-Ott: Van Rhee, GaryAngle Acres: Majeske, SallieBodeis: Bodeis, CalvinBraid Farms: Braid Farms Inc.BrenHaven: Moyer, BrentBrookside-S: Sanford, Brenda S.Brookside-S: Sanford, Carl W.Car-Min-Vu: Minnis, Carl E. & CarolineCarson-Acres: Carson Acres, LLCClaydale: Van Rhee, Gene K.Claydale: Van Rhee, Gene K.Claytop: Paulen, Jeffrey L.Clydal: Clark, Alpha S. & Linda S. ShermanClydal: Sherman, CaseyClydal: Sherman, TravisConstructive: Adam, MarkCreekmere: Pyle, BertusCumper: Cumper, Duane G.Cumper: Cumper, John W.Cumstead: Cumper, William G.D & D-S-Dream: Hassevoort, Donald & DouglasDelcath: Protzman, Gary L.DK: Klamer, DavidD-L-Bennett: Bennett, LawsonDLC: Case, Dennis L.Elbon: Sederlund Farms, LLCEnd Road: Molhoek, Duane & JanetEsquerita: Watts, Todd W.Flat River: Johnson, R. LynnFolcik: Folcik, Gerald & MarileeFreelands: Freeland, RandyGenie-Vale: Wardin, Paul & SaraGeurink: Geurink, Gerald A.Geurink: Jakubik, JessicaGolden Knob: Hazle, George J.Golden Knob: Kirk, Kevin M. & Dana SueGraf Acres, LLC: Graf, GlennGranskog-Acres: Granskog, DavidGrassylea: Kraft, David WesleyGreen Meadow: Green Meadow Farms, Inc.Green Meadow: Green, C. Velmar and CraigGreen Meadow: Green, CraigGreen Meadow: Webster-VanAtta, MargeryGross-Farm: Gross, Steve H.Havendale: Kellenberger, DaleHoekstar: Hoekstra, DennisHolger LRS: Stieg, Louis & RosemarieHorning: Horning, JeffreyHorning: Horning, KatelynIdlewild: Middleton, GaryJef-Len: Thelen, Jeffry W.Jenesis -B: Barends, TomJohn-Don: Hackney, DaleJo-Kim: Ensz, Joe

KB-View: Bialobrzeski, KennethKelDean: Davenport, Dean M.King Street: Black, George &

Sarah A.King-Street: Rup-precht, Andrew

King-Street: Rupprecht, ChrisKleeland: Klee, EarlLBDSK: Knust, SusanLeelanau: Lautner, Terry K.LEH Sand Creek: Haywood, LukeLemajru: O Farrell, Abigail RLemajru-N: Nelkie, Charles & JulieLemajru-N: Nelkie, EmoryLemajru-N: Nelkie, MartinLemajru-N: Nelkie, ReubenLew-Max: Gasper, KenLong Haven: Long, Douglas R.Long-Haven: Long, ScottMaelynn: Wilson, DavidMaelynn: Wilson, Lisa Mae WingMaple Arbor: Prichard, Fred D. & Annette L.Mardad: Costigan, Mary KatherineMarshall Bros.: Marshall, Eric & BrianMelridge: Berens, NathanMichalee: Reister, HopeMinsu: T & H DairyModik: Gilna, Richard & MaureenMoon Lit Woods: Woods, JohnMoram: Hyde, Patricia L.Moram: Hyde, Shaun & Betty JoMoram: Neff, Michelle & JamesNa-Lar: Alexander, JeffreyNew Vitality: Green, Charles D. & SusieNorth-Fashion: Sipiorski, JamesNugentdale: Burkhardt, Sheila & ConanNugentdale: Nugentdale FarmOLR Holsteins: Lehman, Christina Marie & JohnPinnacle: Robinson, BrentPlumbrook: Bohm, Charles R.Posey Creek: Dillon, MattRat-Rink: Raterink, MichaelRho-Nic: Clark, NicholasRi-Val-Re: Jorgensen, AaronRod-er-Dic: Meyer, Carol ERod-er-Dic: Meyer, Paul R.Rod-Er-Dic: Sweers, Janice A.Rosa Myst: Long, Ronald D. & SaraRosable: Post, Steven DanielRose Brook: Potter, Ron, Jim & AnthonyRose-Castle: Sanford, Jeffrey AR-Pine: Schilling, William H.Rubi-Sweet, Rubi-Mart: Rubingh, MarvinRunningwell: Studer, Roger/Runningwell DairyS.J. Reed: Reed Dairy FarmSandy Ridge: Butler, Brent & NinaSKB: Osentoski, SteveSmikin: Smith, Kevin D. & Traci J.Star-Summit: Baker, TimothyStarward: Gremel, WalterStarward: Sneller, Darwin D.Starward: Sneller, EricStrautz AAA: Meyer, SherrySue-Cha: Letts, BethenieSun Quest: VanHaitsma, Tim & TammySunnyrock: Rock, RichardSurbrook: Surbrook, Rick, Gerald & JamesSwisslane: Swisslane Dairy Farms

Tacoma: Tacoma Dairy Inc.Taylor Creek: Kronemeyer, John & Julia/Jim & ToniTeakwood: Kurtz, JohnThuemland: Thuemmel Dairy, Inc./Daniel W. ThuemmelThuemland: Thuemmel, Daniel T.Thuemland: Thuemmel, Daniel W.Thumb-Meadow: Zimmerman, KenTi-Max: Dunseth, Max LeeTomerton: Atherton, Thomas F.Tonic: Hoff, Nicole & VanderPloeg, TonyTop-O-Hill: Whelan, Chad WesleyTop-O-Hill: Whelan, DaveTouchdown: Bontekoe, MarkTri-Koebel: Koebel-Baker, TeraTri-Koebel: Koebel, GretaTri-Koebel: Koebel, Terry & JennieTriway: Trierweiler Dairy FarmsTroyer-Vue: Troyer, BrianTumbleweed: McCauley, Thomas & ReneeUpperknoll: Hull, Michael & LoriVer Hages: Ver Hage, Tim & SandyView-Home: Wendell-Country Dairy Inc.Wadelland: Wadell Dairy Farm, LLC./Jeff & CharlesWardin: Wardin BrothersWa-Ward: Shuler, G. C. & SonsWestvale-VIEW: Westendorp, DougWickdale: Kulhawick, Joseph C.Wieber: Wieber Dairy, LLCWinterfield: Bott, Keith, Wendy & TiffanyWolford: Wolford, DianeWolford: Wolford, GaryWonder-Bred: Vitek, Gary & LynnWoodyvale: Stevens, Douglas P.W-R-L: W-R-L Daniels Farm, LLCYonkman-S-D: Yonkman, Samuel J.

MICHIGAN HOLSTEIN ASSOCIATIONPREFIX DIRECTORY

Michigan Holstein Association 3250 Dietz Rd., Williamston, MI 48895

Phone: 517-490-7736Melissa Hart, Editor

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Anschuetz, Otto 8189 W Prescott, Whittemore, MI 48770Atherton, Andrew (Tomerton) 7038 Crosswinds, Swartz Creek, MI 48473Atherton, Kamryn (Tomerton) 7038 Crosswinds, Swartz Creek, MI 48473Atherton, Kelsie (Tomerton) 7038 Crosswinds Dr, Swartz Creek, MI 48473Atherton, Luke (Tomerton) 7038 Crosswinds Dr, Swartz Creek, MI 48473Baker, Gerrit (Star-Summit) 1843 16th Ave., Byron Center, MI 49315Baker, Jack (Star-Summit) 1843 16th Ave., Byron Center, MI 49315Barends, Isaiah ( Jenesis-B) 1370 West 32nd St., Fremont, MI 49412Barends, Mercedes ( Jenesis-B) 1370 West 32nd St., Fremont, MI 49412Beeker, Jenna ( JKJ) 63067 Engle Rd, Constantine, MI 49042Black, Ian (King Street) 14220 Hinman Rd, Eagle, MI 48822Black, Olivia (King Street) 14220 Hinman Rd, Eagle, MI 48822Bontekoe, Brant (Touchdown) 594 22 Mile Rd., Marion, MI 49665Bontekoe, Damion (Touchdown) 594 22 Mile Rd., Marion, MI 49665Bontekoe, Isabell (Rock-Solid-DA) 22730 20th Ave., Marion, MI 49665Bontekoe, Mack (Rock-Solid-DA) 22730 20th Ave., Marion, MI 49665Bontekoe, Owen (Touchdown) 594 22 Mile Rd., Marion, MI 49665Buell, Skylar 7075 N. Lewis Ave., Temperance, MI 48182Buell, Stoney 7075 N. Lewis Ave., Temperance , MI 48182Burkhardt, Kristen (Nugentdale) 9984 Crofoot Rd., Fowlerville, MI 48836Burkhardt, Tyler (Nugentdale) 9984 Crofoot Rd., Fowlerville, MI 48836Clark, Allyson (Clydal) 3980 S. 50th Ave., Sears, MI 49679Clark, Gabriele 4889 E M-55, Prescott, MI 48756Clark, Gavin 4889 E M-55, Prescott, MI 48756Davenport, Lance (KelDean) 11305 E. Newburg Rd., Durand, MI 48429DeSaegher, Lotte 8068 West Buchanan Rd, Middleton, MI 48856Domecq, Joey 2558 W. Territorial Rd., Rives Junction, MI 49277Dreyer, Brandon 1524 Wiersma, Zeeland, MI 49464Dreyer, Brittney 1524 Wiersma, Zeeland, MI 49464Elder, Carson (Elders-Drive) 291 80th Ave, Evart, MI 49631Geurink, Ashton (Geurink) 10930 Timber Lane, Allendale, MI 49401Geurink, Hayleigh (Geurink) 10930 Timber Lane, Allendale, MI 49401Hartnagle, Devin (Winterfield) 9155 E Madison Rd, Wheeler, MI 48662Hartnagle, Kieran (Winterfield) 9155 E Madison Rd, Wheeler, MI 48662Horning, Mason (Horning) 11834 Pleasant Lake, Manchester, MI 48158Horning, Natalie (Horning) 11834 Pleasant Lake, Manchester, MI 48158Hull, Kathryn (Upperknoll) 4114 Holcomb Rd., North Adams, MI 49262Hull, Suzanna (Upperknoll) 4114 Holcomb Rd., North Adams, MI 49262Hull, Thomas (Upperknoll) 4114 Holcomb Rd., North Adams, MI 49262

Huttenga, Mason 8030 Edwards Rd, Mc Bain, MI 49657Huttenga, McKenzie 8030 Edwards Rd, Mc Bain, MI 49657Inniger, Trenton 8778 Roosevelt Rd, Middleton, MI 48856

Knust, Jessica (LBDSK) 6471 Hollow Corners, Dryden, MI 48428

Knust, Kelly M. (LBDSK) 6471 Hollow Corners, Dryden, MI 48428Kronemeyer, Chelsea (Taylor Creek) 6867 East Taylor Rd., Pickford, MI 49774Leander, Danielle (Rose-Castle) 255 W. Stone Rd., Deckerville, MI 48427Letts, Emmalie (Sue-Cha) 17963 Twenty Mile Rd, Marshall, MI 49068Letts, Kelsie (Sue-Cha) 17963 Twenty Mile Rd, Marshall, MI 49068Long, Grant (Long-Haven) 2091 Seneca Hwy, Clayton, MI 49235Long, Keagan (Rosa Myst) 5015 Devonshire, Lansing, MI 48910Long, Taegan (Long-Haven) 2091 Seneca Hwy, Clayton, MI 49235Majeske, Nicole (Angle Acres) 311 - 112th Street, Grant, MI 49327Matthews, Catie 2877 N Gilmore Rd, Weidman, MI 48893McNeilly, Mariah 5186 Hoover Rd, Barryton, MI 49305Moyer, Madison (BrenHaven) 2647 E Caro Rd, Caro, MI 48723Neff, Hayley (Moram) 880 E. Clarence Rd., Harrison, MI 48625Nielsen, Irene 1250 Anthony Hall c/o Miriam Weber Nielsen, East Lansing, MI 48824Nugent, Connor (Tumbleweed) 4825 Lincoln Lake Ave, Lowell, MI 49331Nugent, Jake (Tumbleweed) 4825 Lincoln Lake Ave, Lowell, MI 49331Nugent, Keegan (Tumbleweed) 4825 Lincoln Lake Ave, Lowell, MI 49331Nugent, Nikki (Tumbleweed) 4825 Lincoln Lake Ave, Lowell, MI 49331Okkema, Evelyn 2386 Adams Rd, Blanchard, MI 49310Provoast, Cole (Rho-Nic) 222 N. Grove St, Standish, MI 48658Provoast, Melanie (Rho-Nic) 222 N. Grove St, Standish, MI 48658Raterink, Kelly 2145-72nd Ave, Zeeland, MI 49464Sanford, Abagail (Rose-Castle) 255 W. Stone Rd., Deckerville, MI 48427Sanford, Andrew (Rose-Castle) 237 W. Stone Rd., Deckerville, MI 48427Sanford, Catherine (Rose-Castle) 255 W. Stone Rd, Deckerville, MI 48427Sanford, Sophia (Rose-Castle) 255 W. Stone Rd., Deckerville, MI 48427Schafer, Allison 15456 Centerline Rd, Westphalia, MI 48894Schafer, Kyle 15456 Centerline Rd, Westphalia, MI 48894Schneider, Kaylie 8265 Reid Rd, Swartz Creek, MI 48473Smith, Danielle (Smikin) P.O. Box 63, Williamston, MI 48895Smith, Drew (Smikin) P.O. Box 63, Williamston, MI 48895Sweers, Kailey (Rod-Er-Dic) 1541 Dennis Rd., Williamston, MI 48895Szakal, Amber 3218 Hibbard, Corunna, MI 48817Szakal, Ben 3218 Hibbard, Corunna, MI 48817Thelen, Adalee ( Jef-Len) 8592 W. Parks Rd., St. Johns, MI 48879Tinnigor, Renton 8778 Roosevelt, Middleton, MI 48856Vitek, Shelby (Wonder-Bred) 4194 W. Parks Rd., St. Johns, MI 48879Watts, Quinn (Esquerita) 865 Norway Dr, Fowler, MI 48835Watts, Sierra (Esquerita) 865 Norway Dr, Fowler, MI 48835Webster, Justin (Green Meadow) 6125 Hibbard Rd, Laingsburg, MI 48848Webster, Kelvin (Green Meadow) 6125 Hibbard Rd, Laingsburg, MI 48848* Paid Junior Members as of 5/28/2015

MICHIGAN JUNIOR HOLSTEIN ASSOCIATION2015 MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY

Hayleigh Geurink – PresidentLucas Moser – Vice President

Kelly Raterink – TreasurerMegan Bush – Secretary

Skylar BuellKristen Burkhardt

Suzanna HullJay LuomaEric Moser

Junior Holstein Board of Directors

2015 Junior Membership Roster*

23 Summer 2015

Our goal as the Michigan Junior Holstein Association has always been to perform with maximum professionalism as a board and to get as many

youth involved in the industry as possible. This year we put a on a successful semen and embryo sale, hosted another Dairy Fun Day and put on a hog roast picnic at the 2014 Michigan Summer Show.Dairy Fun Day once again proved to be a successful event as we had approximately 100 kids come out to MOO-ville Creamery for a day of learning more about their favorite animal with the opportunity to meet other kids who share the same passion for the dairy cow. We have received nothing but positive feedback on this event and plan to continue it in the future. Our next Dairy Fun Day is tentatively planned for Wednesday June 17, 2015 and we have worked hard to put together an awesome cow-filled day! There will be five sessions: Dairy Nutrition, Udder Health, Diseases, Fitting & Clipping and an ice cream making session! Don’t miss out on this great event! We are excited by the interest we have received from youth about attending the National Holstein Convention this year and are looking forward to sponsoring those individuals competing and representing the state of Michigan. This is something we look to do every year and urge youth to take advantage of this annual opportunity! This year’s convention is in Illinois and is planned for June 23-26. We have kids from Michigan competing in Dairy Jeopardy, Prepared Public Speaking, Trifold Displays and Digital Scrapbooks! Good luck to all of the competitors, make Michigan proud! This past summer we also had the opportunity to travel to Sanilac County to put on a fitting and showing clinic. This event was a big hit and pulled around 30 kids who were eager to learn and get involved! We are always looking for these types of opportunities to share our skills and abilities with interested youth. If your county is interested in having us out, contact any board member.Lastly, the Michigan Junior Holstein Association wanted to take a moment to thank all of our amazing sponsors who donated to the 2015 Semen and Embryo Sale. We were overwhelmed by the generosity and eagerness to help out the up and coming Holstein enthusiasts. We had a total of 10 semen lots, two embryo lots and a flush donated! Our sponsors this year

consisted of: Northstar Cooperative and Steve Reed, Alta Genetics, Tim VanHaitsma, Michigan Livestock Service & International Protein Sires, Taurus ST, Raterink Dairy LLC, Buning Dairy LLC, Brent Moyer and Dr. John Gunter-GGS Genetics! We can’t thank you all enough for your donations! The profits made off of these donated lots go towards putting on educational and fun youth events all over the state of Michigan. These opportunities wouldn’t be possible without great people like you! Finally, our next annual meeting is set for Wednesday July 22, 2015 during Michigan Dairy Expo at Michigan State University. We have moved the annual meeting to this date as we feel it optimizes the chance for increased attendance. We are at the point where a lot of our members will be aging out within the next few years and we are always on the search for individuals who are passionate about the Holstein cow and representing Michigan’s youth. If you have any questions at all about what being on our board consists of or ways to get involved please contact one of us! We would love to talk to any of you. Also, a picnic will be held at the conclusion of the annual meeting and the summer show t-shirts will be distributed at this event! Hope to see you all there!Respectfully Submitted,Hayleigh Geurink

Michigan Junior Holstein NewsFrom Your President

24 Summer 2015

Coming from a long line of accomplished registered Holstein breeders our Michigan Holstein Association Distinguished Young Breeder has carried on the

family tradition in breeding deep pedigreed cows backed by tons of production. The 2015 recipient of the Wayne Webster Memorial award is Scott Long of Clayton. Scott grew up on heels of his grandfather, Carlos, milking, showing and enjoying Registered Holsteins. After graduating from college with a teaching degree, he had the opportunity to grow into the family business. A wife and two children later, he’s an integral part of Long-Haven Farms ‘where the cows pay the bills.’ Over the years one of his most favored accomplishments is standing in a barn where he has managed a herd with a 16 generation Excellent cow, a 15 generation Excellent cow, two 13 generation Excellents, five 12 generation Excellents, two 9 generation Excellents, three 8 generation Excellents,

Distinguished Young Breeder Comes From a ‘Long’ Line of Excellence

two 6 generation Excellents, two 5 generation Excellents and two 3 generation Excellents. Not only is the barn full of type, there are numerous 100,000 pound cows, one homebred EX -94 point cow with over 300,000 pounds of milk and several Gold Medal Dams.The Long-Haven herd was one of five nationally recognized Herds of Excellence from the Holstein Association USA in 2014 and they have been awarded the Progressive Breeder Award for three years. Scott has also served on the Michigan Holstein Association Board of Directors and several committees and he has continued to keep the Long-Haven herd on the tanbark trail winning several championship banners over the years. With his wife Jennifer and two children, Taegan and Grant, Scott continues to involve his parents, Doug and Beverly Long in the family operation that is the quintessential ‘family farm.’

Scott Long, Long-Haven Farms

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Grand Champion of the Great Lakes Spring Show and 2nd Place at the Wisconsin Jersey Spring Spectacular. Wishing Linehan Jerseys good luck with her in the future!

1st Place Junior 2 Year Old at the Great Lakes Spring Show. Co-owned with Jess Jakubik. Look for America and her McCutchen spring calf at the Michigan Dairy Expo.

Brenbe Impression Eva

Look for us at the Michigan Dairy Expo!

Prestige-Gen At America-ET

26 Summer 2015

The members of Michigan Holstein Association’s District VII have done a little digging into their history and have provided a look back at the beginnings of

one of the most involved districts in the state. This is the first installment in a series of features from District VIIIn 1972, Clyde Clark presided at the first official meeting of the new District VII association held at the Sun and Snow Restaurant near Cadillac. He stressed the reason for unity for Northern Michigan Holstein breeders: “We are breeders of Holsteins. We must continue to improve our cattle so the blessings of our heritage can be given to future generations. We are also the leaders for commercial herds---every top grade herd is backed by registered animals. We have to lead the way in testing production and proving bulls to breed top cattle. We need to bring constructive ideas to our meetings to share so we may learn from each other, pool our knowledge for the advancement of the Holstein breed.”The membership of District VII has flourished despite the geographic complexity of size, being approximately 300 miles from one end of the district to the other. Initially, the southern boundary was Highway M-20, but at some point it was extended farther south to Highway M-46, west of Saginaw.That first year of the District VII Holstein-Freisian Association had 58 member farms. At some point, the word “Friesian” was dropped from the name, but membership continued to climb. In 1977 the membership rolls showed 135 paid members. The Michigan Holstein Association was incorporated in 1948 and District VII was initiated 24 years later. In 2015, there are 169 State members, with District VII having the most members at 35.Prior to 1972, there was a North Central Michigan Holstein Breeders Association which applied to the State Association for district recognition. A Clare-Isabella Holstein Breeders Association was also active at this time. These two smaller clubs morphed into the current District VII. An offshoot of District VII (a club within the District) was the Arenac-Iosco-Ogemaw Holstein Breeders Club (AIO Club) which started in 1976 in the northeastern part of District VII. The AIO Club held Registered Holstein Shows from 1976-1995 and hosted a Fall Sale from 1978-1995. So for many years this District had two annual sales, one in April and one in September. The AIO Show initially was held at the Arenac County Fairgrounds in Standish, separate from the county fair. When

Glance Back in Time with the District VII Holstein-Freisian Association

the new Ogemaw County Fairgrounds were completed in 1980, the show was moved there, taking advantage of the milking facilities.The District VII Show was actually started two years before District VII was official, in 1970 by the North Central Club. Glenn Casey, who had moved from Williamston to Marion and purchased the Marion Sale Barn, was the driving force which initiated the show. He, along with Alpha Clark Jr., (who worked for Casey in Williamston while a veterinary student at MSU) had a “whopper” of a show at Marion with 200 Registered Holsteins entered. From a 13 year old’s perspective (who won showmanship that year), Mike Lee reminisced, ”It was just an amazing event.” Once a person experiences that sense of excitement and comradery, it’s easy to look forward to next year---and Mr. Mike Lee was involved in District VII activities for the next 39 years.Actively showcasing the best of the Holstein breed, while training the younger generation to use a discerning eye---the District VII Show has continued for 46 years. To be held at Falmouth on June 30th this summer, the show location is moved frequently to various locations in all fairness because of the large district area. So far, being held in nine different locales. Evart has hosted the show the most times.Alpha Clark Jr. has been Premier Exhibitor and Premier Breeder the most times, with Lee’s Woodland Farm a close second. However, no one farm dominated the Grand Champion award, each breeder had their memorable year. Sifting thru the many winners, it is noticed that

Clydal Excellency Blacky, Brian Clark at the halter.

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Norma J. LewisApril 20, 1939 - May 12, 2015

Norma J. Lewis, 76, of Jonesville, passed away Tuesday, May 12, 2015, at Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo. She was born April 20, 1939 in St. Michael, Pennsylvania to John & Mae (Wineland) Everhart. Norma was married January 29, 1961 to Roger Lewis and he survives. Norma was formerly the co-owner and operator of Ro-Ma-Lew Dairy Farm in Jonesville. She was a graduate of Hillsdale High School, class of 1957. Norma was a member of the Jonesville United Methodist Church and former Sunday School teacher. Norma was also a former member of Farm Bureau, a 4-H Council Club Leader, secretary for the Hillsdale County Dairy Promoters, and she was on the Michigan Corn Marketing Board. Surviving besides her husband Roger are 3 children, Shari Kline of Jonesville, Pam (Deric) Righter of Bloomfield Hills and Bruce (Jennifer) Lewis of Jonesville; 9 grandchildren, Nathan & Corey Hepker, Kaylee Kline, Adam (Kayla) Lewis, Brittany & Conner Lewis, Randy, Vivian and Abby Righter; 2 great-grandchildren, Wyatt Brooks and Aubree Lewis; and a sister, Betty (Richard) McClure of Hillsdale. Norma was preceded in death by her parents, brothers Harold “Duane” and Don and 3 more siblings in infancy. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Jonesville United Methodist Church, the Hillsdale County 4-H or the Allen Fire Department.

Ward ShulerJanuary 22, 1927 - March 9, 2015

Ward Shuler, 88 of Baroda, passed away Monday, March 9, 2015, at his home surrounded by his family.

Ward was born January 22, 1927, in Baroda the son of the late Grover and Olive Mae (Stanard) Shuler. Ward took his first and last breath in the same room 88 years and 45 days later. He is probably playing third base for the Landon School this afternoon. He started playing in 4th grade and was a County All Star on the team that won the county championship.

He would like to have become a veterinarian but because his father was ill, he decided to come back to the farm after he got out of the Merchant Marines. He sailed for two years during World War II and had a lifetime of experiences. After sailing he farmed with his brother Wade. Together they had one of the top producing herds of registered Holsteins in the country. They bred many State and National production leaders in the 1960s and 70s.

Ward was a member of the Holstein Association and Michigan Farm Bureau. He was on the FSA county committee and a 4-H leader. He and his brother won the Ford Farm Efficiency Award for Dairy which culminated with a trip to Los Angeles and Disneyland in 1968.

He loved to visit relatives in California, Seattle, Florida and his great sailing buddy from Maine. He was a member of Zion United Church of Christ, Baroda. He considered his brothers’ and sister’s families just like his own. His great-nephew and great-nieces; Allen, Karen and Elaine, were more like his grandkids.

On September 9, 1951, he married Shirley Mae Hildebrandt and she survives along with a son, William (Carolyn Mae) Shuler of Baroda; a daughter, Susan Joy VerDuin of Grand Haven; three grandsons, William Nathan Shuler, Wyatt Daniel Shuler and William Shuler VerDuin; a sister, Elaine Wolf of Eau Claire; and an uncle, Doyle Stanard of Bridgman

Ward was preceded in death by two brothers, Wade and Woodrow Shuler; and a son-in-law, Robert VerDuin.

Memorial contributions may be given to the charity of your choice. Arrangements have been entrusted to Pike Funeral Home, Boyd Chapel, 9191 Red Arrow Hwy, Bridgman. Online condolences accepted at www.PikeFH.com.

Jenesis Durham Kaylee won Grand Champion honors three consecutive years (2004-2006), bred and shown by Jenesis Genetics, Tom & Jackie Barends of Fremont. Also, one other cow did achieve three consecutive years of Grand Champion: Clydal Fury Bella bred and shown by Alpha Clark Jr. of Sears. In 1987, Marylee Mark Magic was the District VII Junior Champion (Intermediate heifer), also Junior Champion at the Michigan State Fair that year and placed 6th at Madison in her class. In 1981, homebred Clydal Excellency Blacky was shown by Brian Clark of Sears. “Blacky” won District VII Grand Champion and went on to become the All-Michigan Grand Champion that year. In 1976, Alpha Clark III won showmanship at District VII and also won showmanship at the state show.The District VII Show was so much of a family event. “Show” and “Picnic” were almost synonymous. Initially, they were always together. From 1984 thru 1992, the picnic was held at a host farm in August. Then in 1993, it became part of the show again. Until 2005, Junior activities were held the evening prior to the show (Linda Clark and Rosemary Stieg kept this going). A judging contest (name the cow parts for the little ones) was followed by a hot dog roast. The District had always provided free photos of the 1st place Holsteins. Until 1984, professional photographers were hired (such as Agri-graphics). After that, Marlene Clark took the photos for many years. Some of you may remember the show program cover that the State Association provided (compliments of Michigan Animal Breeders Cooperative, forerunner of Select Sires) for all the district shows until 1993. It had the unique drawing of the Holstein cow with Michigan & the Great Lakes on her side, plus photos of the All Michigan Show Champion and the District Grand Champions from the previous year. Inside the cover were more photos and more information of various schedules, events, distinguished individuals, etc. Each district then inserted their own program into this cover.

In Memoriam Glance Back in Time with the District VII continued....

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Jersey Spring SaleThe Michigan Jersey Cattle Club hosted the Michigan Spring Jersey Sale on March 28th at the Livestock Pavilion on the campus of Michigan State University in East Lansing. With a buying crowd on hand the sale averaged $1,904 on 37 lots for a gross of $70,450.The high seller at $4,200 was Lot 12, Pine-Tree Axis Papoose-ET, a consignment of Matthew Steiner of Pine-Tree Dairy in Marshallville, Ohio. Her new home is at Sand Creek Dairy, LLC, in Hastings Michigan. Coming in at $3,000 was the second high seller Lot 11 Tri-Koebel Counciller Giovana-ET. She was purchased by Jason Pierce of North Benton, Ohio and consigned by Tera Koebel Baker of Three Oaks, Michigan. Each year the Michigan Jersey Juniors hold a calf raffle for a fundraiser and this year’s raffle calf winner was Brandon Stewart of Wauseon, Ohio. The calf was donated by Marge Crabtree of Crabtree Jerseys, Addison, Michigan.

Spring Foundation SaleHolstein enthusiasts gathered for the annual Michigan Spring Foundation Sale was held March 27th in East Lansing at the Livestock Pavilion on the campus of Michigan State University. With Roger Turner of Sun Prairie, Wisconsin taking care of pedigrees and Matt Lawrence of Mercer, Pennsylvania auctioneering it was great day to be at the sale. There were 63 live lots that sold for an average of just under $2,900. The high seller at $5,400 was Lot 1, View-Home Save Boston-ET from the renowned Rudy Missy Family and backed by nine generations of VG or EX . She was consigned by Country Dairy of New Era, Michigan and purchased by Sand Creek Dairy, LLC or Hastings, Michigan. Darwin and Eric Sneller purchased the second high seller for $4,700. She was Lot 43 Tri-Koebel Party Girl VG-85, consigned by Tri-Koebel Holsteins and Jerseys of Three Oaks, Michigan. Tied for second high seller also at $4,700 was Lot 2 Sonray-Acres M Kingb Nal-ET, with a GTPI of +2486 and a maternal sister to Halogen she was consigned by Paul Powell of Williamston, Michigan. The volume buyers were Jim Schaendorf with thirteen lots, Sand Creek Dairy, LLC with nine lots, and Vanderploeg Holsteins with eight lots. The sale was managed by the Michigan Holstein Association with Ike Hunt, Stan Moser and Moss McCauley leading the way.

Second high seller sold for $3000 and was purchased by Jason Pierce from North Benton, OH.L to R: Jason Pierce, buyer, Alexis Bowman on the halter, Brent Moyer and Mary Costigan representing MJCC and the Sale Committee. Chuck Chestnut and Greg Lavan in the box. Photo courtesy of Cathy Fry.

Top seller at the Michigan Jersey State Sale was Pine-Tree Axis Papoose-ET, consigned by Matthew Steiner from Marshallville, OH and bought for $4200 by Sand Creek Dairy, LLC in Hastings, MI. From L to R: Mary Costigan representing MJCC, Gene VanRhee representing Sand Creek Dairy, LLC, Luke Bowman on the halter and Brent Moyer from MJCC. In the box is Auctioneer Chuck Chestnut and Greg Lavan from AJCA.

High Seller. Lot 1 paraded through the ring and ended up as the high seller in the sale. She was View-Home Save Boston-ET from the renowned Rudy Missy Family.

The men in the box taking charge of the sale was Matt Lawrence of Pennsylvania auctioneering, Ike Hunt part of the MHA management team and Roger Turner of Wisconsin, taking care of the pedigrees.

Sale Reports

Spartan Spectacular The 16th Annual Spartan Spectacular was held following the Michigan Spring Foundation Sale. On 22 fancy calves the sale average was $2,150. This year’s sale toppers were Lot 2: MS Seven P Aritzia, consigned by Lightning Ridge Holsteins and purchased by Kara Smith and Gerrit Baker, and Lot 8: Fischer-Trio G Chip Alisha, consigned by the Fischer Trio and purchased by Nick Clark. Both heifers topped the sale at $3,600.

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Bovine Beautician ........................30

Brenhaven .....................................7

District VII ......................................14

End-Road Farms ...........................12

Green Meadow ..............................15

Hardy’s ..........................................2

Hawksfield .....................................14

Lemarju..........................................28

MHA Directory ...............................16-22

MJCC Directory.............................11-Oct

MMPA .............................................32

Moram Holsteins ...........................23

Netherhall ......................................9

Northstar .......................................3

Northstar Jersey ...........................25

Reed Dairy Farm ...........................24

Rho-Nic ..........................................5

Rod-er-Dic .....................................13

Star-Summit ..................................31

Starward ........................................27

Tomerton .......................................12

Tumbleweed ..................................

Vitality ............................................8

Wardin Brothers ...........................12

Weston Jerseys ............................12

Westvale-View ...............................4

Wonderbred Holsteins .................5

calendar2015June 17-18, 2015 - MMPA 4-H Milk Marketing TourNovi, Michigan

June 23-26, 2015 - 2015 National Holstein ConventionSt. Charles, Illinois

June 27, 2015 (Saturday) - Northeast Indiana All Breeds Open Show at 10:00 a.m.Noble County Fairgrounds, Kendallville, Indiana

June 30, 2015 - District VII Summer ShowFalmouth, Michigan

June 30, 2015 - Summer PicnicFalmouth, Michigan

July 20 - 24, 2015 - Michigan Dairy ExpoMSU Livestock Pavilion, East Lansing, MI

July 23, 2015 (Thursday evening) - Great Lakes Holstein 3-Year-Old FuturityMSU Livestock Pavilion, East Lansing, MI

July 24, 2015 (Friday) - All-Michigan Holstein ShowMSU Livestock Pavilion, East Lansing, MI

July 25, 2015 - International Intrigue SaleChebanse, Illinois

August 11, 2015Official Genetic Evaluation Release

September 8, 2015 - Magic of Mackinac SaleMackinac Island, Michigan; CanAm Sales

September 12, 2015 - All-American Dairy ShowHarrisburg, Pennsylvania

September 29 - October 3, 2015 - 2015 World Dairy Expo “Dairy in Our DNA”Madison, Wisconsin

September 29, 2015 - International Jr. Holstein ShowMadison, Wisconsin - World Dairy Expo

September 29, 2015 - International Jersey Show - heifersMadison, Wisconsin - World Dairy Expo

September 29, 2015 - Top of the World Jersey SaleMadison, WI - World Dairy Expo

September 29, 2015 - International Jersey Show - cowsMadison, Wisconsin - World Dairy Expo

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October 2, 2015 - International Red & White Show - cowsMadison, Wisconsin - World Dairy Expo

October 2, 2015 - International Holstein Show - heifers Madison, Wisconsin - World Dairy Expo

October 2, 2015 - World Classic Holstein SaleMadison, Wisconsin - World Dairy Expo

October 2, 2015 - International Guernsey ClassicMadison, Wisconsin

October 3, 2015 - International Holstein Show - cows Madison, Wisconsin - World Dairy Expo

November 7, 2015 - 58th Pot O’Gold SaleLouisville, Kentucky

November 8, 2015 - The 63rd All American Jersey SaleLouisville, Kentucky

November 9, 2015 - All American Jersey ShowLouisville, Kentucky

November 9, 2015 - NAILE Holstein Open ShowLouisville, Kentucky

December 1, 2015Official Genetic Evaluation Release

June 28 - July 1, 2016 - National Holstein ConventionSaratoga Springs, New York

June 28 - July 1, 2017 - National Holstein ConventionBellevue, Washington

June 29 - July 3, 2018 - National Holstein ConventionTraverse City, Michigan

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