september 2010 mid-states holstein news

Mid-StatesHolstein News

SEPTEMBER 2010

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ARKANSAS: President: Neil Hall, Clinton; Vice-President: Brian Hall, Bee Branch; Secretary/Treasurer: Shelly Quattlebaum, P.O. Box 337, Grady, Ar; BOARD MEMBERS: Doug Herbaugh, Dr. Wayne Kellogg, Jodie Pennington, James Smith, Mike Quattlebaum, Randy Spears, Brian Weisenfels

KANSAS: President: David Rottinghaus; Vice-President: Robbie Leach; Past President: Roy Buessing; Secretary: Kerri Ebert, 4210 Wam-Teau Drive, Wamego, DIRECTORS: Vernon Dewerff, Eugene George, Dale Klassen, Carol Keen, Rob Leach, Dwight Rokey, Joe Schmitz, David Sie-mens, Doug Unruh, Kevin Winter

MISSOURI: President: Fritz Hegeman, Cosby; Vice-President: Alfred Brandt, Linn; Secretary/Treasurer: Jodi Wright, Clever; Director-at-large: Eric Ling, Springfield, DIRECTORS: Eric Adkins, Shirley Best, Dallas Cornelius, Matt Day, Stacey Dohle, Steve Echelmeier, Moe McClellan, Jay Mo-reland, Justin Nelson, Neal Nold, John Schoen, Marvin Schoen, Ed Steele

NEW MEXICO: President: Andy Vaz, Roswell; Vice-President; Buster Goff; Secretary/Treasurer: Wendy Zens, 190 Dairy Rd, Willard

OKLAHOMA: President: Todd Mason, Kingfisher;, 1st Vice President: Tom Meyer, Okarche Secretary/Treasurer: Angie Meyer, Rte. 4, Box 82, Okarche; DIRECTORS: Fred Chitwood, Norman Bayless, Steve Pope, David Jones, Brad Chapman

TEXAS: President, Gerard Hoekman, Windthorst; Vice-President, Michael Schreiber, Windthorst; Sec/Treas: Elwyn Liggett, 519 Liggett Rd, Bellevue; DIRECTORS: John Koster, Joseph Osinga, Stanley Haedge, Gerrit Kerssies, Bradly Veitenheimer, Chad Steinberger, DeeDee Stoker

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Inside:Missouri State Fair ResultsMissouri Holstein Field DayNational Convention Recap

On the coverBloomington, Minnesota was the place to be for the 2010 National Holstein Convention. The Missouri Junior Dairy Bowl team and the Kansas Junior and Senior teams took part in the competitions. Families enjoyed a beautiful night at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum. A group of Kansas juniors were thrilled to meet famed artist Bonnie Mohr on the farm tours. The bottom row of photos features a couple other summer activities—the Missouri Holstein Field Day and the Texas Juniors trip to the Texas Rangers—New York Yankees baseball game.

Don’t Forget to Vote!!!Voting is under way for the delegates who will serve at the 2011 National Holstein Convention in Richmond, Virginia. Ballots are due Oct. 22 at the Holstein USA office in Brattle-boro, Vermont. This will be an important election. In addition to selecting a new director for our region—Region 7, a new vice-president will be selected. New Mexico members were not mailed ballots because the number of delegates nominated is equal to the number of delegates allowed. There were no delegates nominated for Arkansas

CASTLEHOLM ALLEN RAINA EX-90@4-52-00 365 3x 34,650 3.9 1321 3.6 1153An Allen from Astrahoe Stormatic Radiant EX-91.RAINA completes 15 generations of EXCELLENCE!

Mason Dairy Farm Todd, Gia, Lexi & Cassie Mason ph: 405-408-8941

Kingfisher, Oklahoma

Can You Count This High?

BAA: 105.8 42 EX, 174 VG, 292 G+, 22 GRHA: 648 cows 25,276M 870F 774P

1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-#15!

CASTLEHOLM LARAMIE RACE G+83@2YRaina’s daughter by Laramie, this Jr. 2-Yr Old is milking 120 lbs a day.RACE’s April 2010 Sanchez daughter could be #17!

Here Comes #16 and maybe #17

The Maternal Excellence of Raina:Dam: Astrahoe Stormatic Radiant EX-915-02 305 3x 43,500 4.2 1829 2.8 1221

2nd Dam: Astrahoe LJ Rosa Rebel EX-927-05 365 2x 48,580 4.2 2021 2.8 1376

3rd Dam: Pinehurst Royal Rosa-ET 2E-913-10 365 3x 41,400 3.3 1358 2.8 1145

The next 11 dams are Excellent!

Robert F. Thomson, Jr.Robert F. Thomson, Jr., 87, of Springfield, passed away in his home, Monday, June 7, 2010, following a short illness. He was born June 4, 1923, to Robert and Garnett (Kreider) Thomson, in the farm home east of Springfield, where he lived his entire life. Services were held June 12 in Springfield. A third-generation dairy farmer and al-

ways active in agricultural affairs, his “Robthom” Holstein dairy cattle were internationally known. He was also a 75-year-member of Oakland Methodist Church.

Mr. Thomson was a graduate of Greenwood High School and attended the University of Missouri. He was married to Marianna Mark on January 8, 1950. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Doris Lee Bishop. He is survived by his wife of 60 years; a brother, Royal (Bonnie) Thomson; son, Mark Thomson; daughters, Carol Kollmeyer, Nancy Thomson, Janice Ling, and Mary Angelo; 10 grandchildren, David, Amy and Rachel Tag, Robert and Laura Bachmann, Eric, Monica, and Kelsey Ling, Mikala and Lexie Angelo; and four great-grandchildren.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Robert F. Thomson, Jr. Agricultural Endowment Scholarship. This scholarship was established in 1979 when ‘Bud’ won the Ford Efficiency Award. The scholarship is given to a Missouri State University student majoring in agriculture. Bud didn’t want a high grade restriction on the scholarship, he believed there were many good agriculture students who didn’t always have

Hello All!Hopefully this letter finds you surviving the heat! I am sure you are all as ready for the fall as I am. I also would like to congratulate all those who exhibited cattle at local and state shows this summer. It is great to see that despite the economy, people are still bringing out quality animals to support these shows! One thing I would like to discuss with you is the topic of transfers. We all know that the number of animals being sold and transferred has fell due to the cattle market. However, there is still the responsibility as a seller of a Registered Hol-stein to complete a transfer application with Holstein for each animal sold. By transferring these animals to the buyer, you are ensuring that your quality genetics that you have worked years for, will continue on with the new owner. I would also like to remind you of a few advantages to transferring your animals: • Value of the animal increases. Still in this down market, I have seen Registered animals bring more than just grade animals. On average 200 to 300 dollars more! • Free three-generation pedigree to new owners. This provides the new owner with performance information. Breeding and management information. By knowing the lineage of that animal, new buyers can manage inbreeding and genetic recessives. There are many different easy ways you can file your trans-fers. First, the most convenient would be filing them online. By just logging onto www.holsteinusa.com you can find an online application that can be completed in just a few minutes. Secondly, you can use the paper application form. These can be found online as well, or sent to you in the mail. Lastly, you can contact customer service at Holstein, or myself at 316-772-1884 or [email protected] and we can help you with any transfer needs you might have. Remember, the sooner you complete these applications the cheaper they will be. So let us all remember our responsibilities as Holstein Association members and satisfy our buyers by providing them with the papers transferred into their names. Let me know if you need anything. See you soon!

Callie Unruh

Why do you get up every morning at 4 am? Why do you stay up all night trying to save a sick cow? Why do you deal with depressing milk prices and feed costs? Why, because you love the dairy industry. But the main person all your hard work is for is that housewife in Kansas City or that teenager in Dallas – the consumer. This was never more evident to me than at the recent Missouri State Fair. During the first part of the fair, the only dairy cattle present are an exhibit herd consisting of both milking animals and heifers. It was surprising the number of people who made a deliberate effort to go through the barn to see the dairy cows. What is even more shocking were the hundreds of people who tried to ‘milk a cow’ using the cut-out dairy cow or take a picture with a cheese sign provided by Midwest Dairy Association. It wasn’t just kids who were enthralled, but adults as well. Another fair visitor told me that she willingly drives 40 miles out of her way just so she can purchase a certain brand of milk. The biggest star of the fair wasn’t a grandstand act, but instead the new Guernsey baby calf. So as we debate the wonders of genomics, the make-up of TPI, the ethics of the showring or which breed is supreme, we need to celebrate the dairy cow. Regardless of what the national media tries to tell us, the consumer does appreciate your time and effort and they still seem in awe of the work and wonder of a dairy farmer. To ensure that dairy farmers are still able to be profitable, Holstein USA is continuing its efforts in the milk marketing arena. Dairy Price Stabilization bills have been introduced in both houses of Congress, H.R. 5288 sponsored by Rep Costa,CA and S. 3531 sponsored by Sen. Sanders, VT. Both of these bills contain many of the original ideas of Holstein’s Dairy Price Stabilization plan. Please encourage all your elected officials to read and consider these bills. In order to keep you more closely informed of happenings in Washington and with milk marketing, a Holstein Legislative update email has been created. Each issue will explain milk marketing and policy issues taking place during the previous month. To sign up, go to www.holsteinusa.com/association/dpsp.html or contact Lucas Sjostrom at [email protected].

Kate Geppert

Schiller Joins Holstein New Regional Rep for Kansas

Charlie Schiller has been hired as the Holstein Association USA Regional Rep-resentative for parts of the Western U.S., including the states of Kansas, Colorado, Nebraska, Utah and Wyoming. Schiller is orginally from Freeport, Minnesota and is a 2010 graduate of the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities. He majored in Animal Science with a Dairy Industry emphasis, and a minor in Ap-plied Economics. While at college, Schiller was active in the Gopher Dairy Club and Alpha Gamma Rho fraternity. Previ-ously, Schiller completed an internship with ABS Global, Inc. He has just been selected as a 2010 National Dairy Shrine Student Recognition Winner Schiller’s family owns and operates Schillview Holsteins where he has played an active role in the care of the herd,the breeding program, and marketing genetics. He was also a long-time member of the Minnesota Junior Holstein Association. Based out of Salt Lake City, he can be reached at 320.490.4082 or [email protected].

perfect grades. The scholarship is awarded to someone inter-ested in the dairy industry. Memorial contributions for the late Alton Ling were also included in this scholarship fund.

Cards and contributions can be sent to Marianna Thomp-son, 4803 E. Farm Road 116, Springfield, MO 65802.


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©2010 Accelerated Genetics. Source: 08/10. HA/USDA Genomic. IB/MACE-USA. 014HO05095 Alando daughter photo: Robinson ACC-SS should only be used for a single-use artifi cial insemination of bovine heifers that are not part of a timed A.I. or synchronization program or being fl ushed for embryo transfer. For optimum results, use only by those highly experienced in A.I. technique. ACC-SS is subject to availability. Accelerated Genetics, or its agents, will not make any guarantee or warranty on conception rates and/or gender ratio. ©2010 Accelerated Genetics. Artifi cial insemination straws of the customer’s sexed semen are for single use insemination only and not for invitro-fertilization or embryo transfer. Not for resale. Customer sexed semen is produced by Sexing Technologies using the proprietary technology of XY, Inc. U.S. Patent Nos. 5,135,759; 6,372,422; 7,094,527; 7,208,265. Patents Pending. XY® is a trademark of XY, Inc.

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Missouri State FairAugust 20, 2010Sedalia, Missouri

Judge: Mike Heath

Spring Heifer Calf 1. Golden-Dream Rambo Cheyenne, Trent Harker; 2. Highlane Pronto Pris-cilla, Highlane Farms, Pleasant Hope; 3. Lenzway Rhapsody Roxana-ET, Manuela Bedoya, Mt Vernon; 4. Mik-Nels Domino Darcy, Steven Nelson, Grovespring Winter Heifer Calf 1. Highlane Damion Magic, Highlane Farms, Pleasant Hope; 2. Mik-Nels Domino Dimples, Steven Nelson, Groves-pring; 3. J-Lean Ely Dutch, Kristin Lut-trell, Springfield, 4. Robthom Paradis Karisma, Mark Thomson, Springfield Fall Heifer Calf 1Ram-Elle Durchan Jaylo-ET, Michelle Ramaeker, Mountain Grove; 2. White-head Astro Coco, Bailee Whitehead. Conway; 3. Sipka PG Adrnin Song-ET, Blake Wright, Clever; 4. MD-Delight Sancz Allison-ET, Bailee Whitehead, Conway Summer Yearling Heifer 1. Aragorn Marathon Winner, David Day, Buffalo; 2. Budjon-JK Jasper Effie-Et Phil Hamner / Jeff Conrad, Willow Springs; 3. Budjon-JK Talent Eaddy-TW Steven Nelson, Grovesprings; 4.Dawn-ing Day Pundit Reece, Nora Hackman, Marthasville Spring Yearling Heifer 1. Toecky Sensation Jafari, Tom Durst, Huggins; 2. Robthom Tillie Moscow, Mark Thomson, Springfield; 3. White-head Pronto ATM, Bailee Whitehead, Conway; 4. L&M Rampage Red Apple-Red-ET, Cole McMullin, Sedalia Winter Yearling Heifer 1. Miss Aspen Cinderella, Nathan Miller and Neil Longan, Walnut Grove; 2. High-lane Dundee Kiara-ET, Highlane Farms, 3. Robthom Blake Lou, Robthom Farm, Springfield; 4. L&M Jet Abigail-Red-ET, Cole McMullin, Sedalia Fall Yearling Heifer 1.Wrightvale JL Jasper Persy, Lora Wright, Clever; 2. Wrightvale JL Aspen Jewelry Larry & Jodi Wright, Clever; 3.Aragorn DW Skylight, David Day, Buffalo; 4. Andrus-F Zander Ranae, Brandon Andrus, Cabool Junior ChampionAragorn Marathon Winner Res. Jr Champion Wrightvale JL Jasper Persy Hon. Mention Jr ChampionWrightvale JL Aspen JewelryJunior Best 3 Females 1. Robthom Farm, Springfield; 2. High-lane Farms, Pleasant Hope; 3. Jessilyn McLean, Republic; 4. Dustin Luttrell, Springfield

Grand Champion: Robthom Carolina Boss


Dry 3 & 4 Year-Old 1.Mik-Nels Lheros Joett, Steven Nelson, Grovespring; 2. Bricky-Creek Dundee Dot Crystal Chamberlin, Cole Camp Dry Aged 1. S-M-E- Distri Scarlet-Red-ET, Cody Nelson, Mountain GroveJr 2-Year-Old 1. Robthom Variety Kiel, Robthom Farm, Springfield; 2. Gambit Stormin Lyla Neil Longan, Sedalia; 3. Rose-Vue Dstrgene Julia-Red, Tara Kocher / Jeff Conrad, Willow Springs; 4. Yard-O-Ute Everest Idona, Wade Yardley, Utah Sr 2-Year-Old 1. Indies-View LuLu Jasper, Bailee Whitehead, Conway; 2. Ram-Elle Turbo Venus, Michelle Ramaeker, Mountain Grove; 3. C-Hill-Top Blitz Blitzin, Crystal Chamberlin, Cole Camp Jr 3-Year-Old1. Robthom Nissen Moscow, Robthom Farm, Springfield; 2. De-Mar-Rich Sept Tabitha, Chandler Gall, Bunceton; 3. C-Hill-Top Blitz Baby Aleck, Crystal & Chelsea Chamberlin, Cole Camp;4. JL-Kel Land Diamond, Ellie Wantland, Niangua Sr 3-Year-Old 1. Ms Hack SS Ella Rae Red-ET, Nora Hackman, Marthasville; 2. 2. BU Mil-Lon SS Lil Elegance-ET, Nathan Miller and Blake Longan, Walnut Grove; 3. Desire-S Desiree-Red-ET, Jerry Gall, Bunceton Int. Champion Ms Hack SS Ella Rae Red-ET Res. Int. Champion Indies-View LuLu Jasper Hon. Mention Intermediate ChampRobthom Nissen Moscow4-Yr Old 1. Toecky Maurice Syriana, Candy Durst, Huggins; 2. 2. Highlane Cham-pion Krista, Highlane Farms, Pleasant Hope; 3. Mik-Nels Gibson Marcy, Steven Nelson, Grovespring 4. Viethsons Out-side Sheryl, Katie Wantland, Niangua 5-Yr Old 1. Ozark Royal Ray Sheri, Grant Dohle & Abbi Goldenberg, Halfway; 2. Mik-Nels Durham Doodle, Steven Nelson, Groves-pring; 3. Angelo Advent Redrose-Red, Ryan & Mary Angelo, Fair Grove; 4. Glo-ryland Lily Rae, Jerry Gall, Bunceton Aged Cow 1. Robthom Carolina Boss-ET, Robthom Farm, Springfield; 2. Robthom Jiana Outisde-ET, Robthom Farm, Spring-field; 3. Rekab Wade Giant Perkie, Justin & Cody Nelson, Mountain Grove; 4. De-Mar-Rich Ruben Jillian-ET, Chan-dler Gall, Bunceton 125,000 lb. Cow 1. Robthom Sophie Integrity, Robthom Farm, Springfield Sr & Grand Champion Robthom Carolina Boss-ET

Res. Sr & Res. Grand Champion Robthom Sophie Integrity Hon. Mention Grand ChampionMs Hack SS Ella Rae-Red-etBest Bred & Owned Robthom Carolina Boss-ET Dairy Herd 1. Robthom Farm, Springfield Best 3 Females 1. Robthom Farm, Springfield; 2.Steven Nelson, Grovespring Produce-Of-Dam 1. Casey & Kat, Dustin Luttrell, Spring-field; 2.Allie & Anastasia, Manuela Bedoya, Mt. Vernon Daughter-Dam 1. Doodle & Dimple, Steven Nelson, Grovespring; 2. Ella & Emma, Nora Hackman, Marthasville; 3. Lily & Lolita, Jerry Gall, Bunceton; 4. Blitzen & Dol-lar, Crystal Chamberlin, Cole CampBreeders Herd 1. Robthom Farm, Springfield; 2.Jerry Gall, Bunceton Premier Breeder Robthom Farm Premier Exhibitor Robthom Farm

Int. Champion: Ms Hack SS Ella Rae-Red

Jr Champion: Wrightvale JL Jasper Persy

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Holsteins Offers New Genomic TestsWith the introduction of the 3K SNP genomic chip, the oppor-tunity to provide genomic information on more of your heifers and cows has become more economical. In addition, for those desiring to know a more detail listing of an animal genomes, an 800K High Density test is also now available. The 3K SNP test gives you a sizeable increase in reliability over Parent Averages for a fraction of the cost of the 50K SNP test. It is suitable for many practical applications, to assist you in making breeding decisions in your herd. This test provides the most benefit (greatest increase in reliabilities) if both the sire and dam have 50K genomic test results, but also provides a large increase over Parent Average even if the dam has not been tested. See the table below for a comparison. This lower-density chip uses the information from 3,000 SNPs to predict up to 50,000 SNPs in an animal’s genome. The 50K SNP test has been the most broadly used of the three tests, and is what the majority of animals have been tested under up to this point. As opposed to the 3K chip, the 50K SNP chip measures 50,000 SNPs in an animal’s genome, to give you increased reliability. The 800K (HD) SNP test is the most advanced genomic test available. If you are interested in the 800K test, please contact the Holstein Association Quality Assurance department to see if this test will best meet your needs. The different levels of genomic testing will have the follow-ing effect: Projected Reliabilities for PTA Milk Parent Average 42% 3K (If sire and MGS have 50K results, but dam does not) 60% 3K SNP (if both parents have 50K results) 65% 50K SNP test 72% 800K (HD) SNP test 74% Any female in your herd, regardless of registry status may be genomically tested through Holstein Association USA. Grade Holstein cattle that are submitted for genomic test-ing will be entered into Holstein Association USA’s Basic ID database at the traditional $1 Basic ID fee. For every twenty animals that a producer upgrades from Basic ID to Registered status following a genomic test for each animal, they will receive a coupon for one free 3K genomic test (must be used within three months of the issue date). Genetic predications will be available depending on when the samples were received by the laboratories. Individual Predictions will be available on holsteinusa.com, as well as distributed to our customers by mail, fax or email. *Please note that the date results will be available is an estimated date. Information is subject to change. Please see http://aipl.arsusda.gov/reference/sched.htm for any updates to the evaluation schedule. For 2010, the following schedule is in effect: Sample Received Prediction Available September 1 October 15 October 1 November 5 November 1 December 10 December 1 January 14 Whether your animals are Registered or grade, Holstein Association USA can fulfill your testing needs. Holstein Association USA offers a full complement of genomic and other genetic testing services. The current prices for genomic testing are as follows: Holstein USA Member Non-Member International 3K SNP Test $35 $36 $43 50K SNP Test $132 $133 $140 800K (HD) SNP $347 $348 $355

All genomic testing kits are available today! Call Holstein Association USA Customer Service at 800.952.5200 to request your kits.

Wedding Bells Ring This SummerLeslie Moreland and Michael Culpepper were married on May 29, 2010 in Liberty, Missouri. Leslie is the daughter of Jay and Brenda Moreland of Harrisionville and Michael is the son of Dennis and Johna Culpepper of Harrisonville. Both Leslie and Michael are recent graduates of Missouri State University with educa-tion degrees. Leslie teaches 2nd grade at Harrisonville Elementary School and Michael is a high school special education teacher and assistant football coach at Ray-Pec High School. The couple resides in Harrisonville.

Robin Morgan and Luther (Luke) Gier were married June 5, 2010 in Butler, Missouri at the Church of the Nazarene. Robin is the daughter of Lynn and Paula Morgan of Butler and Luke is the son of David and Ann Gier of High Point. Both are recent gradu-ates of the College of the Ozarks. The couple resides in High Point where Luke manages the family dairy farm and Robin teaches 1st grade in Russellville.

Kalli Keen of Baldwin City, Kansas and Kevin Ehrhardt of Baldwin, Maryland, were married June 12, 2010 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Lawrence, Kansas. The bride is the daughter of Houston and Carol Keen of Baldwin City and the groom is the son of James and Elaine Ehrhardt of Baldwin. A reception was given at the bride’s family farm, Rockledge Farms, Lawrence, KS. Kalli is a 2004 graduate of Ottawa High School, attended Oklahoma State University and is a 2010 graduate of Johnson County Community Col-lege School of Nail Technology. She is the office coordinator for Ehrhardt Farms of Baldwin, Md., and a nail technician at Madonna Tan & Cuts of White Hall, Md. Kevin is a 1997 graduate of Fallston High School and attended Harford County Community College. He is in charge of the embryo import and export operation and show cattle for Ehrhardt Farms. The couple resides in Baldwin, Maryland.

Private-Label Milk Continues to Affect Dean FoodsAccording to the Wall Street Journal, the head of Dean Foods said that margins at the largest U.S. milk producer remain un-der pressure from discounting retailers, though the company expects to meet cost-cutting targets ahead of schedule. The company has been hit by a shift toward private-label milk sales by retailers eager to drive store traffic, as well as a Department of Justice probe into its role in the still-frag-mented U.S. dairy industry. Chairman and CEO Gregg Engles said that the outlook for the milk business remains murky. While the pressure to reduce prices over the past 18 months feels like it is “starting to peter out,” that doesn’t mean prices will rebound. Excess milk production capacity has exacerbated the problem for the largest U.S. dairy producer, and Engles said he doesn’t expect capacity to drop “as quickly as profits in the industry suggests that it should.” The Dallas-based company has made 40 acquisitions dur-ing the past two decades and now has 38% share in the fluid milk market. While the focus on the fluid milk business has been cost-cutting, Dean executives said that sales in its WhiteWave-Alpro have remained strong. This segment includes Silk soymilk, Horizon Organic dairy products and International Delight coffee creamer.

This issue of the roundtable gives the views of dairymen across the region on a few simple questions. Throughout the spring and summer, the changes to the TPI formula and the impact of genomics have generated much discus-sion. The following is just a sample of the concerns facing Holstein breeders in our region. Those who responded are: Shirley Best, Missouri; Judy Bor-man, Missouri; Heinz & Vroni Buff, Missouri; Mark Chamberlin, Missouri; Eugene George, Kansas; Bob Griggs, Oklahoma, Brad Groves, Missouri; Stanley Haedge, Texas; Kenneth Hall, Arkansas; Wade Hall, Arkansas; Phil & Nancy Hamner, Missouri; Leo Hoff, Jr, Texas; David Jons, Kansas; David Jones, Oklahoma; Todd Mason, Okla-homa; Angie Meyer, Oklahoma; Michelle Ramaeker, Missouri; Michael Schreiber, Texas; Bruce Tencleve, Arkansas; Larry & Jodi Wright, Missouri; and Henry Zapalac, Texas.1. Do you use genomic young sires? Shirley Best: YesJudy Borman: YesHeinz & Vroni Buff: YesMark Chamberlin: Yes, we use a few.Eugene George: SomeBob Griggs: Yes, but I use them with caution, knowing that genomics is only 70% accurate.Brad Groves: YesStanley Haedge: YesKenneth Hall: YesWade Hall:Yes, but because of his pedigree not because of his genomic scoresPhil & Nancy Hamner: Yes, not because they were high genomic, but because they came from strong cow familiesLeo Hoff, Jr: Yes, we’ve used about 20 different genomic bulls.David Jons: NoDavid Jones: Yes, the heavy use of genomic young sires was generated by economic times. We could use the top genomic bulls much cheaper than the top end proven bulls.Todd Mason: YesAngie Meyer: YesMichelle Ramaeker: YesMichael Schreiber: YesBruce Tencleve: I have used Aftershock but use him because of his pedigree not because of his genomic scoresLarry & Jodi Wright: No, we use genetic tested young sires.Henry Zapalac: We used genomic young sires last breeding season, will use some

(10-20%) this year.2. Is it easy to identify which bulls are genomic young sires or proven bulls? Shirley Best: No, it is confusingJudy Borman: Not at first glanceHeinz & Vroni Buff: YesMark Chamberlin: YesBob Griggs: YesBrad Groves: YesStanley Haedge: YesKenneth Hall: No, you have to lookWade Hall: Can be misleadingPhil & Nancy Hamner: YesLeo Hoff, Jr: Yes, if you know what to look forDavid Jons: Yes, just look to see if the bull has milking daughters on his proofDavid Jones: YesTodd Mason: YesAngie Meyer: YesMichelle Ramaeker: YesMichael Schreiber: Yes, but you have to look. Some s tuds have them separate and others put them all togeth-er. You need to look at the num-ber of daughters in a proof.Bruce Tencleve: You have to be careful when looking strictly at genomic scoresLarry & Jodi Wright: NoHenry Zapalac: It’s easy to identify, look for reliability less than 75%.3. Have you genomically tested any of your females? Shirley Best: NoJudy Borman: YesHeinz & Vroni Buff: NoMark Chamberlin: NoEugene George: NoBob Griggs: NoBrad Groves: Yes, with mixed resultsStanley Haedge: NoKenneth Hall: NoWade Hall: NoPhil & Nancy Hamner: NoLeo Hoff, Jr: NoDavid Jons: YesDavid Jones: NoTodd Mason: No Angie Meyer: YesMichelle Ramaeker: Not yetMichael Schreiber: NoBruce Tencleve: NoLarry & Jodi Wright: NoHenry Zapalac: haven’t tested any fe-

males4. Do you plan to use the new 3K genomic test? Shirley Best: Yes, if the milk price and market of cattle improvesJudy Borman: YesHeinz & Vroni Buff: No, not nowMark Chamberlin: Not right nowEugene George: I’ve thought about it, just haven’t yetBob Griggs: Maybe if I have an animal that is worth being genomic tested for use in upcoming female or male sales.Brad Groves: YesStanley Haedge: NoKenneth Hall: NoWade Hall: When I use a genomic test it will be the cheaper one.Phil & Nancy Hamner: Maybe in the futureLeo Hoff, Jr: We might do some nowDavid Jons: NODavid Jones: Yes

Todd Mason: YesAngie Meyer: MaybeMichelle Ramaeker: Yes, do plan on testing on a regular basisMichael Schreiber: Not right now, but maybe if

the milk price is better.Bruce Tencleve: I don’t know enough about that test.Larry & Jodi Wright: NoHenry Zapalac: No5. Do you use the TPI or Net Merit formula as your primary sire selec-tion tool? Shirley Best: No, but will use on some animals that it would help her index numbers. I do look at Net Merit.Judy Borman: Not now, we did in past years.Heinz & Vroni Buff: Yes, more or lessMark Chamberlin: TPIEugene George: NoBob Griggs: No, I mainly look at type data of feet, legs, udder composite scores, and overall type data along with sire conception rate.Brad Groves: TPIStanley Haedge: NoKenneth Hall: NoWade Hall: No, I look at udder compos-ite, type and milkPhil & Nancy Hamner: We don’t use either of themLeo Hoff, Jr: TPIDavid Jons: TPI and PTATDavid Jones: TPITodd Mason: Not really

Genomic and Mating Decisions Across the Region


Trait Dairyman Most

Concerned About?

Udders

Angie Meyer: No, I use Bob Griggs.Michelle Ramaeker: No, do not use TPI, primarily use type and cow family in sire selectionMichael Schreiber: Net MeritBruce Tencleve: I look at udder compos-ite, type and feet & legsLarry & Jodi Wright: NoHenry Zapalac: No6. What trait are you are most con-cerned about in your herd? Shirley Best: I want a good balanced cow. I don’t like a narrow front end. I like especially good udders.Judy Borman: Udders and feet and legsHeinz & Vroni Buff: Feet problemsMark Chamberlin¨ We select for type and feed for milkEugene George: Udder and TypeBob Griggs: Udders are still the num-ber one trait for me. Also sound feet and leg scores.Brad Groves: UddersStanley Haedge: Type – udder and feet and legsKenneth Hall: Udder compositeWade Hall: Udders and strengthPhil & Nancy Hamner: We don’t have one particular trait. We try to breed for what each individual cow needs to improve the next generation. Udders would be one trait we are working on improving in our herd.Leo Hoff, Jr: Overall type and uddersDavid Jons: No single trait, over-all Type. In the last 2 years I have been able to sell nearly 200 embryos sired by Shottle, Goldwyn, Advent, Doron, Mil-lion and Alexander, all high type bulls. I could never of sold those embryos using high NM$ bulls.David Jones: Productive Life. Udders used to be our 1st trait to look at but we have had to start looking at the health traits and Productive Life.Todd Mason: TypeAngie Meyer: Feet and legsMichelle Ramaeker: UddersMichael Schreiber: UddersBruce Tencleve: Udders and strengthLarry & Jodi Wright: Type, if you have high type then you have great udders, dairy, feet and legs, etcHenry Zapalac: Type and Pregnancy7. Who are some of the current bulls you are using? Shirley Best: Sanchez, Million, Dusk, Alexander, Mac, Jordan, Shottle, Sentry,

Shout, Toystory, Braxton & EmphasisJudy Borman: Sanchez, Million, Mich and DurhamHeinz & Vroni Buff: Triple Ivory, San-chez, Onward, Marion, Blitz, Alexander & DotsonMark Chamberlin: Sanchez, Lightening, Planet, Million, We use a lot of gender selected semenEugene George: Atlantic, Atwood, Brax-ton & AllenBob Griggs: Million, Sanchez, Planet, Braxton, Alexander, Emphasis, Ernie, Dusk, General, Gabor. I recently went back to Damion after seeing second crop daughters and also use the high genomic type young sire G. W. Atwood.Brad Groves: AltaIota, Gerard, Super, O b s e r v e r , Browser, Se-

bastian, Big Time, Dusk, S a n c h e z , DomainS t a n l e y H a e d g e : Braxton, Dundee ,

Alexander, Boxer, Sanchez & LarameeKenneth Hall: Aftershock, Roy, Dundee, Advent, Reality-Red, Sanchez, Damion, ClintonPhil & Nancy Hamner: Advent, Dundee, Redliner, Phoenix and Taurus young sires by Jasper, Goldwyn and ShottleWade Hall: Talent, Dundee, some San-chez, some AftershockLeo Hoff, Jr: Sanchez, Alexander, Dusk, Destry, Braxton, Time, Boxer, CopenhagenDavid Jons: Sanchez and DurhamDavid Jones: Bookem, Al, Boxer, Million, Plato, Sholten & DestryTodd Mason: Sanchez, Alexander, Roy, Shaquille, Emphasis, Dusk, Angie Meyer: Sanchez, Dempsey, and AtwoodMichelle Ramaeker: Avalanche, Braxton, Phoenix, Hawk, Force, Masterpiece, Ab-solute-Red, Redliner-Red, Redlou-Red, Turbo, Brad, MoraccoMichael Schreiber: Al, Boxer, Casino, and FreddieBruce Tencleve: Still use Durham, Dundee, some Sanchez, AftershockLarry & Jodi Wright: Jasper, Damion, Sanchez, Hezbella, Atwood, Atlantic, Aftershock, Dundee, Durchan, Hi Metro, CommisionerHenry Zapalac: All Select bulls – Gabor, Alexander, Braxton, Damion, Ernie, General, Durable, Pronto, Atwood and for cleanup Laramee, Sensation and Atlantic

8. What is the biggest problem facing the Holstein cow today? Shirley Best: Feet & legs, strength and the milk price compared to what dairy-men’s cost of production. It does help to have a balanced cow that will last for years so that you don’t have to replace her, which gives you another market.Judy Borman: LongevityHeinz & Vroni Buff: In our opinion the difference between show cows/heifers and economical animals is too big.Mark Chamberlin: We need more func-tional type, especially udders. Breed too much for production and not enough type.Eugene George: Feet and legsBob Griggs: The ability for that cow to not only produce milk but to stay in the herd for a long time so she must be able to have the type that will make her last in any environment and must have the ability to breed back and produce an-other offspring. Brad Groves: Genomics. I think it will get better with more time and tests ranStanley Haedge: Lack of longevityKenneth Hall: There is a disconnect between the high profile cows which are selling for large amounts of money and those who are just trying to make a living.Wade Hall: Too many weak front-ended frail cowsPhil & Nancy Hamner: The biggest prob-lem facing the Holstein cow is ‘Making a Cow’ with Longevity. We need to pay less attention to production on our 2 year old. If the young cow has superior feet, legs and udder, production will come with maturity.Leo Hoff, Jr: Too much stressDavid Jons: The biggest problem facing the Holstein cow today is having owners that are not paid enough money from the milk produced by the cow to enable her owner to stay in business. David Jones: ReproductionTodd Mason: ReproductionAngie Meyer: Size of the herd, the herds are too bigMichelle Ramaeker: With the use of ge-nomic testing on young sires, too many bulls from the same bloodlines are being sent to stud. The result is the decrease in genetic gene pool which will have a negative effect in the long run with the increase in inbreeding.Michael Schreiber: Feet and legsBruce Tencleve: Too many weak front-ended frail cows that don’t lastLarry & Jodi Wright: O-man’it is’Henry Zapalac: Reproduction


71% of those responding

are using Gen-Mark

Stmatic Sanchez

2010 Progressive Breeders Registry Award WinnersA. J. & J. T. Ling , Springfield, MO 55 93.5 108.7 29,667 1011 880Best Sunrise Dairy , Houston, MO 15 100.0 106.7 26,515 905 789Borman Farm , Kingdom City, MO 14 83.3 107.4 36,347 1380 1103Todd & Brad Groves , Billings, MO 1 86.5 107.0 33,579 1290 1004

2010 Progressive Genetics Award WinnersDonald Deters , Baileyville, KS 2 1506

Borman Farm, Kingdom City, MO 14 1542Todd & Brad Groves , Billings, MO 9 1548Wilson Martin , Memphis, MO 1 1506

Buster I. Goff , Hobbs, NM 1 1487

Frans Beukeboom , Dublin, TX 1 1594Jacob Wiersma , Dublin, TX 4 1601Michael Schreiber , Windthorst, TX 4 1527Milky-Way Dairy, Hereford, TX 1 1479

Missouri Holstein Field DayDairymen from across Missouri gathered at the Groves Farm on July 22, 2010 for the Missouri Holstein Field Day. Brothers Todd and Brad Groves have taken over the reins of the Holstein and Brown Swiss farm from their father, Lonnie. The crowd enjoyed a judging

contest, a dunking tank for the juniors, delicious pizza from Rocco’s pizza, ice cream from Midwest Dairy, entertaining talk by Jerry Crownover, a plethora of door prizes, fellowship with others and most importantly a chance to view an impressive herd of cattle.

Missouri Selects 2012 Holstein Convention Chairmen

Plans are well underway for the 2012 National Holstein Convention which will be held June 27-30 in Springfield, Missouri. Chairman for the individual committees have been selected and they are all working within their committees to provide a fun and educational time for everyone. This will be a huge un-dertaking for Missouri and help from all members is encouraged and will be appreciated! Make sure you mark your calendars and get ready to ‘Get Your Kicks on Route 66.’

Convention Chairman: Dr. Barry SteevensAdult Banquet:

Pam Probert & Marilyn MorelandDairy Bar:

Stacy Dohle & Alfred BrandtFinance Committee:

Dr. Rex Ricketts & Jerry KingHospitality & Family Night:Kate Geppert & Sherri Peters

Host Day Activities:Brad Groves & Shirley Best

Junior Activites:Robert & Janice Perry

Non-Delegate Activites:Patti Delong & Betty Voskamp

Publicity:Mary Angelo

Pre-Convention Activites:Fritz Hegeman & Roy Parsons

Registration:Jodi Wright & Mark Witherspoon

Sale Committee:Larry Wright

TransportationTed Probert & Tony Rickard

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2010 National Convention Highlights

Holstein enthusiasts were hooked on Minnesota in June for the National Holstein Convention. The fishing trips, riverboat rides, farm tours, relaxing night at the Arboretum and of course shopping at the Mall of American will definitely make this a convention to remember. Our Minnesota hosts did a wonderful job making everyone fill welcome. Kicking off the business meeting with his Annual State of the Association address, CEO John M. Meyer provided updates on several issues impacting the Association. The Dairy Price Stabi-lization Program (DPSP) is continually gaining momentum and some elected officials in Washington D.C. have come on board. Bills have been introduced in the House of Representatives, H.R. 5288, and the Senate, S. 3531, which contain elements of the DPSP as their foundation. Members are encouraged to contact their elected representatives in support of these bills. Association staff enacted several cost-saving measures in 2009, includ-ing a soft moratorium on travel, hiring freeze, wage freeze, and reduced over-time. These measures collectively saved $322,000 last year. Genomics have been the topic that as been of great interest industry-wide in recent months. Tom Lawlor made a presentation to the membership to help explain what changed with the April 2010 genetic evaluations in regards to imputation of cows with genomically-tested offspring and re-scaling of cows’ PTAs. A lively discussion followed his presentation where any member had the opportunity to take the floor and ask questions and make remarks over the major areas of concern, particularly the accuracy of the genomic evaluations. Lawlor discussed some of the future USDA changes which will be forthcom-ing. In August 2010, two new traits will be introduced – cow and heifer concep-tion rates. They will only be calculated on herds participating in AI testing programs. In December 2010, two ad-ditional traits will be introduced – sire conception rate on conventional semen and sire conception rate on sexed se-men. Also, in December, geneotypes from the 3K SNP chip may receive official GTPA’s and a code indicating whether a 3K, 50K or 800K SNP chip may be included in the genetic evaluation files. April 2011 is the USDA’s target date for having a resolution for the cow adjust-ments so genotyped and imputed cows are on the same base as cows that have not been genotyped. Resolutions were passed concerning the TPI formula makeup and genomics. The first resolution presented from Wis-consin asked Holstein Association USA

to re-evaluate the TPI formula and raise the type contribution to a level that more accurately reflects what breeder’s desire for a balance of type and production. Their second resolution dealt with genomics. It stated that all breeders fund the genetic system with DHIA test-ing fees, breed association activity, and semen purchases. They ask that the Holstein USA board of directors advise USDA’s Animal Improvement Programs Laboratory (AIPL) that breeders need a genetic system that creates long-term confidence in genetic predictions. That genetic system must allow breeders to compare animals on the same scale. Further, breeders must have ample opportunity to contribute feedback to proposed AIPL changes and be advised at least three to six months before pro-posed changes are implemented. Still further, new genetic calculations should not be published when using female DNA (which is the intellectual property of each respective breeder) unless ap-proved by the Holstein Association and its board of directors. And lastly, all industry partners should work on devel-oping a long-term vision for genomics. In other business, elections were held for four seats on the Holstein Association USA board of directors. Re-elected to his second three-year term on the board was Leroy Eggink, representing Region 6. Elected to their first three-year terms on the board were Peter B. Waterman, Maine, for Region 1; Gayle M. Carson, Tenn., in Region 4; and Corey Geiger, Wis., for the At-Large position. At the annual banquet, three dis-tinguished awards were presented. Ida B. Ruby, Scio, Ore., was selected as the recipient of Holstein’s 2010 Distin-guished Leadership Award. This award recognizes an individual who has made a career of providing outstanding and unselfish leadership for the betterment of the dairy industry. Doug Maddox, Riverdale, Calif., was the 2010 recipient of Holstein’s Elite Breeder Award. Mad-dox was honored at the recent National Holstein Convention in Bloomington, Minn. The award recognizes a Holstein breeder who has bred outstanding ani-mals, making a notable contribution to the U.S. Holstein breed. Tim Baker, of Star-Summit Holsteins in Byron Cen-ter, Mich. was the 2009 Distinguished Young Holstein Breeder.

Left: Missouri delegates Barry Steevens and Janice Perry; Middle: Kansas delegates Dave Rottinghaus and Roy Buessing; Right: Carol Keen of Kansas enjoying one of her many ‘birthdays.’

Top: A few of the Kansas girls: Maggie Seiler, Ashley and Erica Rot-tinghaus . The Steevens fam-ily and Fritz Hegeman at the Arboretum. A crew of Mis-souri juniors meet Dora the Explorer at the Mall of America. Brad Groves and Marilyn More-land have been enjoying dinner at TGI Fridays. Judy Borman, Sophie Geppert, Alfred & Sonja Brandt are ready to tour the Arboretum.

Juniors - Jot it Down...


In the state banner contest, Missouri took home 2nd place honors.

2010 National Convention

2010 MO State Fair Youth ShowSenior & Grand Champion:

Mik-Nels Durham Doodle, Steven NelsonRes. Sr. & Grand Champion

Highlane Champion Krista, Matt BrownIntermediate Champion:

Ms Hack SS Ella Rae-Red, Nora HackmannRes. Intermediate Champion

Whitehead Aspen Nikki, Baylie WhiteheadJunior Champion:

Wrightvale JL Jasper Persy, Lora WrightRes. Junior Champion

Mik-Nels Domino Dimples, Steven NelsonJr. Showmanship: Steven Nelson

Sr. Showmanship: Manula Bedoya

Above: Blake & Austin Moreland and Jacob Peters of Missouri enjoyed the Host Farm Tours. Erin Leach of Kansas won the Junior Division of the Folding Display Contest with Which Milk Replacer Will Be Better?” Below: The Kansas Juniors show their purple pride!

Grand Champion of the Missouri State Fair & Winner of the Mark

Highfill Award was Steven Nelson

Junior Champion & winner of the Kay Bacon Memorial Award was

Lora Wright

Oklahoma Selects 2011 Dairy PrincessKay l ynn M i l l i on was crowned Oklahoma Dairy Princess by Kristin Meyer at the Sooner State Show. Cassidy Smith was first runner up and Leanne VanDerLann was second runner up.

Jackson Awarded NDS McCullough ScholarshipNational Dairy Shrine in memory of Dr. Marshall E. Mc-Cullough, the well-respected nutrition researcher and educator from Georgia, will award Nancy Jackson of Cairo, MO the $2500 top scholarship to be used towards her continued education at the University of Missouri – Columbia in an Animal Science and Agribusiness management major.

TX Jr’sEnjoyGame

T h o u g h summer is now over , the memo-ries will last; espec ia l l y for the Texas Junior Hol-stein Assoc.. For the second year in a row our juniors were able to enjoy a fun-filled event! This summer they gathered for an all-you-can-eat hotdog picnic followed by a Major League Baseball game at the Ranger Ballpark in Arlington where the Texas Rangers defeated the New York Yankees in an extra inning! A big thanks goes out to Dairy Max for sponsorship of this event! The next Texas Junior Holstein Association event will be held in conjunction with the Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo in January 2011. At this event officer elections will be held followed by a pizza party!

Ed & Sue Ann SteeleRt. 4, Box 676ph: 660-679-4477

Jerry & Jeanette KingRt. 4, Box 744ph: 660-679-4669

Rick & Kim KingRt. 4, Box 681ph: 660-679-6354

Jay & Mike MorelandHarrisonville, Missouri - 816-884-4598

MORELAND FARMS

BUGG’S DAIRY FARM‘You’re always welcome at the Bugg House’

Bill & Pat BuggRoute 1, Box 44

Hennessey, OK 73742405-853-2726

ROTTINGHAUS HOLSTEIN FARMSeneca, Kansas

David: 785-336-1543 Walt: 785-336-2681

For Sale: Embryos — Bulls — Heifers

Check out our web site: www.rottinghausholsteins.com


Tom & Angie Meyer

Megan, Lauren,

Joshua & Kristen

Okarche, Oklahoma

405-263-4920

M-6 Dairy Farm LLC

Brett Morris 405-222-2678

Ninnekah, Oklahoma

Charan FarmsCharles, Brian & Adrian Weisenfels

and Family8817 N State Hwy 393

Scranton, AR - 479-938-2237

Springing Heifers for sale at all times!

Breeding Age Bulls for SaleLonnie 417-744-2017

Todd 417-258-2384 Brad 417-744-2085

CHAMP SALESReal Estate & Dairy Cattle

Darrell & Doug Robertson501 West 3rd, Lamar, Missouri 64759

Darrell: 417-682-2628 cell: 417-682-8665

Doug: 417-682-5962 cell: 417-682-4892

Email: [email protected]


Do-Be Holstein Farm

Route 1, Box 26Chickasha, Oklahoma 73018

Don, Alan & Jeff Schenk 405-224-4537

173 County Line Rd - Clinton, Arkansas 72031501-745-7577 (office)501-940-9711 (mobile)

KABA-Select Sires

For all your Select Sires needs in Missouri, contact:Dan Busch, Warrenton, MO 573-289-2058

Matt Drake, Freeman, MO 816-738-1825

Kevin Phillips, Nixa, MO 417-725-0127

Holland Smithson, Springfield, MO 417-861-3868

Cliff Strieker, Jackson, MO 573-243-1969

INDEX of ADVERTISERSAccelerated Genetics ..................................................5Borman Farm ........................................................ IBCBurton Sales ...............................................................1Buggs Dairy Farm ....................................................13Champsales .............................................................14Charan Farms ...................................................... ...14Do-Be Holsteins .......................................................14George Farm Dispersal .............................................16Groves-View Farm .................................................. 14KABA-Select Sires ....................................................14Klassen Dairy ............................................................4M-6 Dairy .................................................................13Mason Dairy Farm ......................................................3Moreland Farms ......................................................13Morrisland Holsteins .................................................13Robthom Farm........................................................ IFCRock Home Dispersal ................................................16Rockwin Dairy .........................................................14Select Sires .............................................................. BCSmith, Ed .................................................................14Steele & King Farms ................................................13Strickler Holsteins ...................................................14Whitehead Dairy .....................................................13

DATES TO REMEMBERSeptember 13 Hutchinson, Kansas Kansas State FairSeptember 21 Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Oklahoma State FairSeptember 27 Lubbock, Texas Lubbock FairSept. 28 -Oct. 2 Madison, Wisconsin World Dairy ExpoOctober 9 -10 Dallas, Texas State Fair of TexasOctober 16 Marshfield, Missouri Missouri Holstein FuturityOctober 16 Waco, Texas Heart of Texas FairNovember 6 Louisville, Kentucky Grand National Jr ShowNovember 8 Louisville, Kentucky Mid-East Fall NationalDecember 4 Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Oklahoma Holstein MeetingJanuary 28, 2011 Springfield, Missouri Missouri Dairy ForumJanuary 29 Springfield, Missouri Missouri Holstein MeetingMarch 29 Hillsboro, Kansas Rock-Home Complete DispersalMarch 30 Baldwin City, Kansas

George Complete Dispersal

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2010 MissouriHolstein futurity

Noon, Saturday October 16Marshfield, Missouri

Come watch the Futurity and enjoy a lunch and fellowship with other dairymen. The Ju-niors will grill burgers and brats. Please bring a side dish or a des-sert for everyone to enjoy

It’s Time To Nominate Your Animal for the 2010 Missouri

Cow of the YearTo nominate your cow she must be includ-ed in the Decem-ber Mid-States Holstein News or a previous ad. To be nomi-nated a cow must have been alive on Jan. 1, 2010, Bred & Owned, 87%RHA or above, and has been a milking female. All nominated Cows Must have an ad announcing their nomination.

2010 Kansas State FairGrand Champion:

Rocher Jordan Snow-Red, Cassy KrullRes. Grand Champion:

Miss-Long-Green Brass Fiska, Brittnay GeorgeIntermediate Champion:

Krull Goldwyn Entrust, Cassy KrullRes. Intermediate Champion:

Budjon-JK Damion Ellette, Ron & Christy RatliffJunior Champion:

Krull Jasper Eventful, Cassy KrullRes. Junior Champion:

Krull Debo Dreamgirl, Cassy Krull

George Dairy CattleEugene, Laura, Casey & Brittnay George918 E 1500 Road - Baldwin City, Kansas

ph: 785-843-9466 cell: 785-691-6854www.holsteinworld.com/georgedairycattle

Be Kansas Bound March 29 & 30, 2011 for these Outstanding Dispersals - Rock Home Holsteins & George Dairy Cattle

Meet Our New EX-93’s

Miss-Long-Green Brass Friska EX-93Res Sr & Grand Champion, 2010 KS State Fair

Miss-Long-Green STMC Alexis EX-93

Kansas State Fair Premier Breeder 2008-2009-2010!

2010 Kansas State Fair Results1st Spring Heifer, (Pronto)4th Wtr calf (Arlene son)1st Fall Yrlg (Touchdown)

2nd Jr. 2-Yr (Laurin)

2nd Aged (Stormatic)1st 100,000 lb (Brass)

2nd Jr Best Three1st Best Three Females

Grand Champion 4-H Show

August 2010 Classification Results:2 New EX-93 Cows - 11 New Very Goods4 VG-2Yr Olds - 3 VG-88 2nd calf cows

We hope to see you March 30!

Kevin Winter Hillsboro, Kansas620-382-5563

[email protected]

Rock-Home Holsteins - Home of...

Elite Cow Families

Ms Atlee Shot AngelicaA Shottle from Atlee’s family!

Gloryland Linda Rae-ET EX-91From the Roxy family, she’s Liberty Rae’s full sister

Dtrs by Advent, Baxter, Shottle, Damion, Freemont Sell

Deep Pedigrees & Elite Type

Just a sampling of what you will see March 29!

SHE

SELLS!


Harlan & Judy, 573-642-2767 [email protected] & Kelly, 573-592-7466 [email protected] & Sophia, 573-814-3148 [email protected]

BORMAN FARM4704 County Rd 240, Kingdom City, MO 65262

PBR - 14 yrs Progressive Genetics - 14 yrs RHA: 26,498M 1030F 822P BAA: 107.4

RADINE JOLT HACINDA VG-87@3YR1-11 365 2x 31,690 3.6 1119 3.0 961

HACINDA was fresh again in May with a Design heifer calf.She’s milking over 130 lbs and is bred to Durham

Hacinda is a Jolt X G+Zenith and then an EX Emory.

How Do You Like This Hacinda?

LUCKIE’s Damion Dtr Sells in IllinoisSelling: Ms Flat-Net Damion Lucy

Born: Jan. 18, 2009Bred Aug. 6, 2010 to Mr Vision-Gen AltaClint-ET

Luckie is a September Storm from the Durham Annabell EX-90 GMD family. Her 2E-92 Linjet dam with 32,690M 4.3 1406F is Annabell’s sister. Granddam is 3E-94 GMD DOM with 238,000 lft and records over 37,000m; Next 3 dams: 2E-92, 2E-91 & 2E-90

Lucy sells Oct. 23 at the Illinois Golden Opportunity Sale

owned with Mike NetemeyerGBM SSTORM LUCKIE-ET EX-90 *RC3-05 305 2x 20,750 2.9 599 3.0 631

september 2010 mid-states holstein news

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