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Features

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OCA Roundup Schedule

13 It’s Time to Evaluate Your Workers Compensation Program 13

Ohio State Fair Schedule

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Rittenhouse Attends Elite Beef Industry Conference

18 OSU Livestock Judging Camp: Building the Next Generation of Livestock Judges

CattleWomen Create Ohio Beef Ambassador Program

BEST Program Concludes a Successful 13th Year at Annual Banquet

By Amy Beth Graves

Editorial

News & Notes

Harsh Realities

OCA News & Views

Hack Serves as OBC/OCA Public Relations Intern

10 OCA County Affiliate Presidents

Your Dues Dollars at Work

OCA Associate Members

Beef Briefs

Calendar of Events

Breed News

Allied Industry Council

Parting Shots

Advertisers’ Index

12 Forage Corner 14

Up the Alley

Ohio CattleWomen Update

28 On the Edge of Common Sense

33 Your Checkoff Dollars at Work

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Photo taken by Brooke Egbert, Auglaize County. Editor’s Choice in the 2012 BEST Photography Contest.

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10600 U.S. Highway 42 Marysville, Ohio 43040 Phone 614-873-6736 • Fax 614-873-6835 www.ohiocattle.org beef@ohiobeef.org Editor Elizabeth Harsh Managing Editor Julie White

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By Elizabeth Harsh, Ohio Cattleman Editor

As Ohio Goes... As this issue goes to press it’s the July 4th holiday. Having just spent the weekend in Washington, D.C., the importance of this holiday seems greater this year. A couple of days as a Washington tourist, not only wears out your feet, but makes you reflect on a number of things from the tremendous foresight of our country’s founding fathers to the enduring sacrifices of many to protect our freedoms.

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It also reminds me of the importance of this fall’s election. Living in Ohio we know the adage well, “as Ohio goes, so goes the nation.” This will certainly be the case with this fall’s election. Not only will Ohio voters have a significant influence on who will be president for the next four years, they will vote on one of Ohio’s two U.S. Senate seats, and cast their votes in several tight Congressional races as a result of the redistricting. On the state level voters will decide the Ohio Supreme Court race, half of the Ohio Senate seats and all of the seats in the Ohio House of Representatives, in addition to countless local races. OCA is working with other Ag groups to support agricultural friendly candidates, but our ability is limited. This is just another reason why it is important that everyone does their own research and gets to know the candidates and the issues. Take time to study the new legislative district maps for Ohio’s Congressional delegation, the Ohio House of Representatives and the Ohio Senate. I challenge you to take your Ohio residency seriously and make your voice heard this fall. Earlier in the summer the national spotlight was also on Ohio, but on a different front. Ohioans hosted four of the national junior heifer shows. They started with the Chi and Maine junior nationals, followed closely by the Junior Simmental Association’s National Classic, all of which were held in Lima. And in mid-July Ohio juniors helped host the National Junior Angus Show in Louisville, Kentucky. Congratulations to the planning committees, donors and most importantly the exhibitors. These shows provide tremendous opportunities beyond the show ring for exhibitors to enhance their skills and knowledge of the beef industry by competing in the various educational contests. These same high-quality junior events took place all across the country this summer as the other breeds held their national shows. And no doubt many Ohio families were among the participants at these shows as well, with just a little further to travel for the same great experiences. With the junior nationals over for the year, it’s time for the Ohio State Fair. During the fair’s 12 days the junior cattle events highlight the hard work of our youth. Be sure to check the beef barn show schedule included in this issue for all the fair information. Starting in June and running through early October, Ohio’s county fairs provide many additional opportunities to draw attention to the accomplishments of the state’s 4-H and FFA participants. OCA and its county affiliates are involved at every level from county fairs to the state fair. Promoting our product with beef recipes and nutrition information, selling great beef sandwiches and supporting our youth at fair sales are all important activities that we take pride in doing. With help from our county cattlemen’s associations, OCA will once again promote our product through our Ohio State Fair beef stands. OCA is also a proud supporter of the commercial cattle show, the beef performance and carcass quality steer show, the livestock judging contest, the Barnyard Olympics and the Sale of Champions reception, just to name of few. In addition, your checkoff dollars help promote beef to the fair’s thousands of consumers through various displays and promotional events. We look forward to seeing you at the fair. v

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Roundup Ohio Cattlemen’s Association

Schedule of Events Friday, August 17 12 p.m. – Golf Outing (Optional) Mohican Hills Golf Club Proceeds to benefit the Ohio Cattlemen’s Foundation scholarship fund. Registration form can be found on the OCA website at www.ohiocattle.org/roundup. $200 per foursome or $50 per individual. Make checks payable to Ohio Cattlemen’s Foundation. (25 Ashland County Road 1950, Jeromesville, OH 44840) 6 - 6:30p.m. - Registration Certified Angus Beef Education & Culinary Center 6:30 p.m. - Dinner & Social Hosted by Certified Angus Beef LLC Certified Angus Beef Education & Culinary Center Kick-off the OCA Round Up with a night of fun at the new Certified Angus Beef ® Education & Culinary Center. Join us for dinner and tour the new facility designed to help chefs and grocery stores learn about beef grading, fabrication and cooking methods and ultimately sell more beef. Connect with fellow cattlemen and women as you enjoy chef and meat cutting demonstrations. You’ll even have the chance to try your own hand at meat judging and learn about new fabrication methods being used in the industry. Music provided by Bryan Schaaf and Vaughn Pokrzywa. Space is limited. Please register early. (344 Riffel Rd, Wooster, OH 44691) Saturday, August 18 8:30 a.m. - Registration - Coffee & donuts Breakfast sponsored by: Pfizer Animal Health OCA Allied Industry Council Trade Show Shisler Conference Center at OARDC (1625 Wilson Rd, Wooster, OH 44691) 9 a.m. - OCA Roundup Program - Featured speakers include: Dr. Glen Dolezal, Cargill Meat Solutions Dolezal’s responsibilities include new technology and communication for sales and marketing, corporate beef grading, and beef tenderness. He holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Texas A&M University, and a doctorate from Colorado State University. A former instructor and professor at Texas A&M and Oklahoma State University, he has experience with live animal and carcass evaluation, meat selection and meat judging. He is the recipient of numerous awards from academia, industry groups and corporations. 6 x Ohio Cattleman x Summer Issue 2012

Dolezal will discuss current events and technologies in the beef industry including camera grading and certification, pre-harvest best practices, and issues like Lean Finely Textured Beef. His presentation will also focus on the continued importance of beef taste and tenderness for long term beef demand. J. D. Alexander, President National Cattlemen’s Beef Association J.D. Alexander, a cattleman from Pilger, Nebraska, owns Alexander Cattle & Farms, a 2,000 acre corn, soybean and alfalfa farm that markets approximately 15,000 head of cattle per year and is currently serving as the 2012 NCBA President. Alexander has long been active in cattlemen’s issues and organizations. He was appointed to serve on the Cattlemen’s Beef Promotion and Research Board from 1992 to 1998. He also served on the CBB Executive Committee from 1996 to 1998, as well as the Joint Beef Industry Nominating Committee in 1998. In 2001, Alexander served as President of the Nebraska Cattlemen and that year was elected to the Nebraska Hall of Agricultural Achievement. Alexander is also a member of the Nebraska Beef Council. Alexander and his wife, Debra, have two children: Joshua and Kesa. Like their parents, they are both graduates of South Dakota State University. Dr. Ron Kensinger, Chair OSU Department of Animal Sciences Dr. Ronald Kensinger, chair of Animal Sciences holds extensive experience and achievement in higher education. After receiving his Bachelor of Science in animal science and a Master of Science in dairy science from the University of Illinois – Urbana and a doctorate in animal science from the University of Florida, Dr. Kensinger spent 25 years as a teaching and research faculty member at Penn State where he taught five courses and focused his research in mammary gland biology and lactation. Following his stint at Penn State, Dr. Kensinger joined Oklahoma State University as Professor and Head of Animal Science in 2007 before taking his current position at The Ohio State University. Program Speakers Sponsored By: 11 a.m. - Auction to benefit NCBA PAC Featuring 2 tickets to the OSU vs. Michigan football game, November 24 in Columbus.

11:30 a.m. - Depart for lunch and tour at Cargill Feed Plant Cargill Feed Milling Plant (1203 Timken Rd, Wooster, OH 44691) Lunch features ribeye steak dinner catered by Turk Brothers with assistance by the Ashland County Cattlemen’s Association Cargill’s Wooster feed plant is a state of the art facility manufacturing 50,000 annual tons of Nutrena bagged feeds for all species and custom bulk rations for commercial operations. The mill’s 11 operators use automated control systems and robotic equipment to serve customers in Ohio, Kentucky, Pennsylvania and West Virginia. Because of Cargill’s commitment to quality, customer service, efficiency and safety, the Wooster plant was named 2011 Feed Mill of the Year by the American Feed Industry Association. 1:30 p.m. - OARDC Beef & Sheep Centers Dr. Francis Fluharty & Dr. Steve Loerch will present an update about ongoing beef feedlot research aimed at developing methods to increase the level of dried distillers grains and solubles (DDGS) in growing and finishing diets for beef cattle. They will also be discussing recent forage research at OARDC, and the realities of grass-fed management systems. Rory Lewandowski, OSU Extension Educator Wayne County will discuss how to improve beef cattle profitability through forage mangement. The presentation will focus on how to better utilize and manage pasture and hay resources within a beef cattle production system to improve the bottom line. 2:30 p.m. – Acker Farms Tour Acker Farms, owned by the Dave Acker family along with son Chad, has 150 commercial cows that are mated to Limousin bulls. The majority of the cows are spring calving, with another 30 calving in the fall. The farm practices rotational grazing with various paddocks available for use. Acker Farms has been innovative in leasing bulls produced on their farm to local cattlemen. As a result they have recently started purchasing calves sired by their bulls from area farmers. A new cattle feeding building was recently constructed with the first cattle fed there in early 2011.

Ackers feed out their calves and market their beef. Acker Beef is sold through Shreve Meats, Canaan Country Meats and local restaurants. (4939 Millbrook Rd, Wooster, OH 44691) 4 p.m. – Paint Valley Farms Tour Paint Valley Farms is located in the rolling hills of western Holmes County and was started in 2006 by the Lee Miller family. What began with the purchase of a single registered Shorthorn heifer as a junior show project has now evolved into a herd of 60 head of registered Shorthorn cows. Today Lee & Dawn Miller and their four children still enjoy showing cattle at local, state and national shows. PVF maintains 30 spring calving and 30 fall calving cows and uses AI, Embryo Transfer and the services of herd sires to build the foundation cow herd that is focused on functional, maternal genetics. The cattle at Paint Valley are expected to thrive in a grazing environment, calf unassisted, breed back and wean off a heavy calf. Currently the bulk of heifers are retained as replacements, while bull calves are sold private treaty or at consignment sales and the steers are fed out and sold as freezer beef. Paint Valley plans on continuing to build the registered Shorthorn cow herd with a focus on raising Shorthorn bulls that offer maternal heterosis for the beef industry. Snacks & Refreshments sponsored by First National Bank of Orrville

Thank You Sponsors: Cargill Nutrena • Certified Angus Beef Program • United Producers, Inc - Terry Blythe, Manager, UPI-Creston, Ohio • Water Wagon Sponsored by: Biozyme VitaFerm & Don Cooper Special thanks for assistance in planning the Roundup: Ashland County Cattlemen’s Association • Rory Lewandowski, OSU Extension Educator Wayne County • Ohio Agricultural Research & Development Center (OARDC) Accommodations: Hampton Inn Wooster, 4253 Burbank Rd, Wooster, Ohio 44691 330-345-4424 | Ask for Ohio Cattlemen’s Association tour room block Rooms will be released after July 17 | $89 per room Hilton Garden Inn, 959 Dover Rd, Wooster, OH 44691 330-202-7701 | Rooms will be released by July 17 | $89 per room

Registration Form for OCA Roundup ~ Aug. 17-18, 2012

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OCA Officers

President • Sam Sutherly Vice President • Frank Phelps Secretary • Elizabeth Harsh Treasurer • Jim Rogers Past President • Dave Felumlee

OCA News & Views

By Sam Sutherly, OCA President

What Makes a Difference

OCA Directors

Francis Fluharty Director At-Large Wooster • Term expires 2013 Dave Felumlee Director At-Large Newark • Term expires 2014 Jim Rogers Director At-Large Logan • Term expires 2012 Kevin Miller District 1 West Unity • Term expires 2014 Luke Worcester District 2 Monroeville • Term expires 2012 Kris Vincent District 3 East Canton • Term expires 2013 Sam Sutherly District 4 Ft. Loramie • Term expires 2014 Frank Phelps District 5 Belle Center • Term expires 2012 Jeff Ramseyer District 6 Millersburg • Term expires 2013 Janice Wolfinger District 7 Carrollton • Term expires 2014 Sam Roberts District 8 South Charleston • Term expires 2012 Stan Smith District 9 Canal Winchester • Term expires 2013 Tim Osborn District 10 Hamilton • Term expires 2014 Michael Bihl District 11 West Union • Term expires 2012 Dave Kline District 12 Ironton • Term expires 2013

Elections are held each year in November. If interested in serving on the OCA Board, please call the OCA office.

OCA Staff Elizabeth Harsh Executive Director Stephanie Sindel Director of Member Services & BEST Coordinator Julie White Director of Communications Ron Windnagel Director of Accounting & Operations

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On my way to the OCA office one day, I was enjoying some window farming on the back country roads. Although the crops looked good, the scenes that I enjoyed the most were those of our future generations working on their 4-H and FFA projects. These sights gave me a sense that we are on the right track to keep our industry and agriculture as a whole thriving. Our youth play a major role in how the cattle industry will continue and prosper in the future. They gain knowledge and hands-on agriculture experience by working with their parents, teachers, advisors, peers and others in the industry. As parents, grandparents, 4-H advisers, and FFA teachers, we want to see these individuals excel. We play an important part in nurturing these great young minds, and they do learn from us and our actions – the good and the bad. Sometimes, the overall goal gets a little blurry and we may forget what we really want our youth to learn from activities, events or programs. Can you think of an example of when the blue ribbon or first place was just so important to an adult that they forgot about the lessons they were teaching? I had to take a step back last summer as we were preparing to show our feeder calves at the county fair; I went into show mode. I’ll blame it on old habits, which isn’t all bad… except I was missing the teaching opportunity. My seven-year-old daughter stopped me in my tracks when she said “Daddy, it doesn’t matter what place I get. I just want to do it myself and have fun.” This really struck home. Her simple statement made me realize that our youth want to learn. We can guide them, answer questions, and discuss options. Let’s show them that competition is ok, but success and achieving a goal with a positive attitude is better. Do you remember the 4-H Pledge, the FFA Creed and even the Pledge of Allegiance? Our fore-fathers and founders of these programs had great visions for the youth of America. Part of the foundation of these programs is teaching proper values and responsibilities in agriculture. Are we setting the best examples by our actions? If you were a member of 4-H or FFA, take a moment to recite these pledges. What do the words mean to you? What memories come to mind? Are you a better cattleman thanks to the lessons you learned from these programs? Is the Red Solo cup and highly competitive environment the best example we can set for our future cattlemen? It is up to us to develop the image we wish our industry to have. And, we need to include our youth in all aspects of raising cattle. We have a huge advantage in our industry – we are willing to help one another. Together, we can make our industry stronger while keeping our youth involved as the future generation of cattlemen. v

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Katie Hack of Morrow County is serving as the Ohio Beef Council’s 2012 Summer Public Relations Intern. Her responsibilities include planning, coordination and execution of all displays during the Ohio State Fair while also helping in other Ohio State Fair Promotions like Ohio’s Heartland Cuisine and Celebrate the Steak Day. Katie will also assist in the production of the Ohio Cattlemen’s Association’s two summer publications, as well as the preparation of the Young Cattlemen’s Conference. Hack is the daughter of Tim and Patty Hack and will be entering her senior year at The Ohio State University. She plans to graduate in the spring of 2013 with a degree in agricultural communications and animal sciences. She has been involved in many organizations throughout her time at Ohio State including Crops and Soils Club, Sigma Alpha Professional Agricultural Sorority, Saddle and Sirloin Club, Stadium Scholarship Program and Scarlet and Gray Ag Day. Hack grew up on a small hog farm in Mount Gilead, Ohio. She was very active in 4-H and junior fair board, holding several officer positions for both organizations. She exhibited market and breeding hogs at the state and local level. Upon graduation, Hack hopes to acquire a career in which she can promote agricultural commodities in multiple fashions. “Getting to serve this past winter as the public relations intern for OCA was such a great learning experience,” said Hack. “I am looking forward to expanding my knowledge of the beef industry, even more this summer, while broadening my design and PR skills.” v Summer Issue 2012 x Ohio Cattleman x 9

OCA County Affiliate Presidents Adams............................... Heath Drummond Allen........................................... Joe Sanders Auglaize.........................................Jay Clutter Brown......................................... Jeff Cluxton Butler.......................................... Gary Gerber Carroll........................................ Kendall Bick Champaign................................. David Clapp Clark..........................................Sam Roberts Clermont...................................Mary Hatfield Columbiana/Mahoning/Trumbull................. ......................................................Todd Miller Crawford....................................... Andy Stirm Darke............................................. Roy White Delaware/Union.........................Matt Hobbs Fairfield..................................Matt Henwood Fayette............................................ Mark Bihl Fulton................................ Max Aeschleman Gallia........................................... Carroll Ruff Greene........................................ Josh Jacobs Hancock................................ Charlie Beagle Hardin................................ Rick McCullough Henry.............................................Gary Short Highland............................. Brian Cummings Hocking.................................. Jo Ann Murtha Huron......................................Barrett French Jackson...................................... Kenny Wells Jefferson................................... Tyler Ramsey Knox......................................... Bill Lawhon Jr. Licking......................................... Roger Lees Logan..................................... Dale Bleninger Mercer........................................Neil Siefring Miami....................................... Zach Havenar Montgomery......................Duane Plessinger Morgan........................................ Bill Massey Morrow.................................Junior Brandum Muskingum..................................Kyle Porter Noble...........................................Adam Miley Ohio Valley.................................David Plumly Perry................................................Dave Noll Preble...................................... Rodney Mann Putnam............................. Dennis Schroeder Richland................................... Dave Fackler Seneca....................................... Dave Gurney Shelby.............................................Mike York Stark....................................... Becky Vincent Tuscarawas................................... Jerry Prysi Vinton...................................... Teresa Snider Warren..................................... David Bullock Wood............................................. Phil Wenig Wyandot.................................. Steve Swihart

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Your Dues Dollars at Work A review of actions by the Ohio Cattlemen’s Association Legislative & Regulatory • Contacted Ohio’s Senators regarding various amendments during the Farm Bill debate. • Signed a letter to encourage support for House and Senate legislation (HR 4965 and S 2245) that would invalidate the EPA and the Army Corps of Engineers’ (Corps) Clean Water Act (CWA) guidance. • Met with Josh Mandel, candidate for U.S. Senate to discuss agricultural positions. • Sponsored and attended several Ohio agricultural fundraisers for members of Ohio’s Congressional delegation.

Youth • Sponsored beef proficiency and meat skills awards presented at the Ohio FFA Convention held in May. • Held the OCA BEST Awards Banquet in June for over 400 attendees and distributed press releases to local, state and national publications. • Sanctioned 2012-13 OCA BEST Shows. • Coordinated registration, sponsored meals and provided staff for two OSU Livestock Judging Camps held for over 70 Ohio youth.

Programs & Events • Sponsored Scott Rittenhouse of Clark County, Ohio’s participant in the 2012 NCBA Young Cattlemen’s Conference & Tour held in early June. • Planned the 2012 OCA Roundup scheduled for August 17 and 18 in Wooster, Ohio. • Served as judges for various contests at the 2012 National Junior Simmental Show held in Lima, Ohio. • Sponsored the United Producers Bucyrus Fat Cattle Show & Sale held June 25. • Planned the 2012 OCA Young Cattlemen’s Conference set for August 9-11. • Scheduled volunteers for the OCA Steak Barn and Taste of Ohio Café beef stand at the 2012 Ohio State Fair.

Association • Printed and mailed the spring OCA Cattlegram. • Held the June board meetings for the Ohio Cattlemen’s Association and Ohio Cattlemen’s Foundation. • Completed a nomination for the Ohio AgriWomen of the Year awards. • Printed the 2012 OCA Feeder Calf Sales promotion brochure. • Published the 2012 edition of The Ring. v

Beef Briefs Johnson Resigns

In mid-June Andy Johnson, Director of Public Relations and Consumer Marketing resigned from the Ohio Beef Council and Ohio Cattlemen’s Association to accept a position with Santmyer Oil in Wooster. In his new position Andy will be involved in both sales and marketing for the company. Andy started with OBC and OCA in 2010 and made many significant contributions to the success of the two organizations in the time he was on staff. OBC and OCA wish him much success in this new opportunity and appreciate his work on behalf of the beef industry.

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Bank of America Partners with HSUS with Card Deal

The Animal Agriculture Alliance reports that Bank of America recently announced another partnership with the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) after releasing a new HSUS-themed credit card. This new credit card provides the radical animal rights organization with $60 for every new account opened and an additional 25 cents for every $100 spent. This week, the Animal Agriculture Alliance wrote to Bank of America’s President Brian Moynihan to request that the bank stop funding animal rights organizations such as HSUS that seek to eliminate animal agriculture. The Alliance is a Bank of America customer. Their letter to Moynihan explained it would be forced to reconsider its relationship with Bank of America if it continued to support groups that unfairly attack the way of life of America’s farmers and ranchers. The Alliance has not yet received a response.

In Memoriam

Jack H. Cline, 85, of Rockbridge, Ohio passed away on June 8, 2012. Dr. Cline was a well-known professor in the Department of Animal Sciences at The Ohio State University for over 40 years. He was widely respected in the field of rumen nutrition among both his academic colleagues, the feed industry and livestock producers. Dr. Cline started as a faculty member in the Department of Animal Science in 1956, where he had an outstanding record of service as a teacher, mentor, and educational specialist to hundreds of undergraduate and graduate students and livestock producers. He was named an Honorary Fellow of the American Society of Animal Sciences in 1989. In addition he received the College of Food Agricultural and Environmental Sciences Meritorious Service Alumni Award in 2006 and the OSU Alumni Award for Distinguished Teaching for 1970-71. Dr. Cline earned all three of his degrees from The Ohio State University. In addition to his distinguished professional career, Dr. Cline was active in church, school and community affairs and resided on the family’s farm near Rockbridge. He is survived by his wife Helen and their eight children and an extended family of grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Buckeye Livestock Golf Classic August 15

Help support the Ohio State Livestock and Meats Judging Teams by participating in the 14th Annual Buckeye Livestock Golf Classic on Wednesday, August 15, 2012 starting at 9 a.m. at Locust Hills Golf Course. Receive an early registration discount by paying by August 1 at $65 for an individual and $260 per foursome. This includes 18 holes with cart, lunch, beverages and door prizes. Price after August 1 is $77 for an individual and $300 per foursome. Hole sponsorships are also available for $200. For more information contact Abra Dunn at 800-456-3276 x2176 or Sam Roberts at 937-477-0060 or email sroberts@uproducers.com.

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Forage Corner

By Chris Penrose, Extension Educator, ANR, Morgan County

Managing for a Drought It seems like it is either too wet or too dry. At the time of this writing in late June, it appears we are back to dry weather with many pasture and hay fields â&#x20AC;&#x153;burning up.â&#x20AC;? What are some things we can do to reduce the impact of dry weather for our cattle? The sooner we explore our options, the better prepared we will be. The first thing to do is to cull unproductive cows. As good as prices have been, this should be easy. However, if you are like me, those cows are long gone because of good prices. Pregnancy check as soon as possible, cull open cows. Next, inventory existing feed supplies. Estimate a potential feed deficit if there is a prolonged drought, calculate needs, then explore options best for you. For example, if feed will be short and it starts raining in a few weeks, brassicas such as turnips will be an option. This is even a better option if you have a field that will be put in a new crop next year or if you have a wheat field recently harvested. Oats, rye and wheat for grazing are options over the next two months to increase feed availability. Stockpiling fescue and orchard grass will be an option to initiate anytime until October if an adequate rainfall is forecasted. Crop residues, especially corn, can be an excellent option. Purchased feed such as corn or hay can also be an option. There is one thing we can do right now if you have not already done so. Avoid the temptation to overgraze pastures. I guess it is our nature to keep cattle on pastures when there is some left, while maintaining our hay supplies for winter feed. Research tells us this is not the case. If we remove no more than 50 percent of the plant when we graze, very little root growth stops. When we remove 60 percent of the plant, 50 percent of root growth stops. When we remove 80 percent of the plant, then nearly 100 percent of the root growth stops. If we leave enough of the plant, new growth can start from photosynthesis from the exist12 x Ohio Cattleman x Summer Issue 2012

ing leaves. If we remove too much of the plants die from a prolonged drought, they leaf, growth will have to be initiated from will start growing faster from the existing the roots, reducing the vigor of the plant. plant and be more vigorous with a healthGrazing too close will eliminate photoier root system. When it does rain, more synthesis, stop nutrient uptake from the of it will soak in, we will also have faster soil, and with legumes, nitrogen fixation regrowth from the existing leaves, and will stop within hours of harvest. therefore more pasture faster. If that is not reason enough to take At one time, I thought feeding hay too cattle off pastures before being grazed too soon in the summer was a sign of poor close, what happens when we get a rain? planning and management, even in a Research from all the way back in 1935 drought. Now, when it gets dry, feeding demonstrated that a one inch rain in a hay may be a sign of good management. v half hour on dry soil with a 10 percent slope had 70 percent runoff on nearly bare poor pasture. There was more than 50 percent runoff on closely mowed fair pasture. However, on excellent pasture mowed at two inches, there was only a 10 percent runoff. The message here is if we remove cattle before pastures are grazed too Cereal rye planted after soybean or corn silage harvest will yield some grazing close, more rain will potential yet this fall, and abundant growth next spring. soak in and unless the

Oats planted into wheat stubble August 1st can yield 2 to 4 tons of forage.

2012 Ohio State Fair Cattle Schedule

All are located in the Voinovich Livestock and Trade Center unless noted

Monday, July 23, 2012

8 p.m. - Hereford, Shorthorn and Simmental must be in place. *Stalling will be done by a breed representative

Tuesday, July 24, 2012 Open day in the barn

Wednesday, July 25, 2012 9 a.m. - Simmental Jr. Show 12 p.m. - Hereford Jr. Show 3 p.m. - Shorthorn Jr. Show

Thursday, July 26, 2012

8:30 a.m. - Simmental Open Show 12:30 p.m. - Hereford Open Show 2:30 p.m. - Shorthorn Open Show *Cattle will be released at the conclusion of the shows

Friday, July 27, 2012

6-11 a.m. - Commercial Cattle Arrive 9 a.m.-3 p.m.- Angus, Chianina, Limousin, Gelbvieh and MaineAnjou Arrival *Check-in will be Friday late afternoon or evening. Stalling will be done by a breed representative.

Saturday, July 28, 2012

9 a.m. - Gelbvieh Jr. Show 10 a.m. - Commercial Cattle Weigh-in 10:30 a.m. - Angus Jr. Show 2:30 p.m. - Chianina Jr. Show 3:30 p.m. - Maine Anjou Jr. Show 5 p.m. - Limousin Jr. Show

Sunday, July 29, 2012

8 a.m. - Gelbvieh Open Show 9:30 a.m.- Chianina Open Show 10 a.m. - Commercial Cattle Show *Commercial Cattle will be released for harvest at a time to be announced. 11 a.m.- Maine Anjou Open Show

12 p.m.- Angus Open Show 4 p.m. - Limousin Open Show Santa Gertrudis Arrive by 7 p.m.

Monday, July 30, 2012

9:00 a.m. - Both Jr. and Open Santa Gertrudis Show *2nd session Cattle will be released on Monday, July 1 on a staggered basis as per management discretion

Wednesday, August 1, 2012

12 a.m. - Market Steers Arrival, tie outs only 7 a.m. - Barn/stall assignments begin

Thursday, August 2, 2012

8 a.m. - All Market Steers must be in barn 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. - Market Beef Weigh-In 2 - 6 p.m. - Beef Skillathon

Friday, August 3, 2012

8 a.m. - 8 p.m. - Prospect Calves Arrive *Must be in place by 8 p.m. 9 a.m. - Market Beef Showmanship 6 - 8 p.m. - Prospect Calf Weigh-in 6 p.m. - Jr. Breed Heifer Champions and Res. Champion Arrive

Saturday, August 4, 2012

9 a.m. - Performance Beef Show and Market Animal Show *Market calves will be released at the conclusion of the steer show *Supreme Champion Heifer Show will take place after the Outstanding Market Exhibitor Awards and prior to the selection of the Grand Champion Steer.

Sunday August 5, 2012

9 a.m. - Prospect Calf Show 2 p.m. - Sale of Champions, Celeste Center

Visit www.ohiostatefair.com for complete details.

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Breed News Angus Achievements

Champions Parade at 2012 Atlantic National Super Point ROV Angus Show

Angus enthusiasts led 179 entries at the 2012 Atlantic National Super Point Roll of Victory (ROV) Angus Show, May 27 in Timonium, Md. Scott Buchanan, Aldie, Va., evaluated the 156 females, 20 bulls and three cow-calf pairs before naming champions. Winning Intermediate Champion Heifer with Champion Hill Georgina 7751 was Champion Hill, Bidwell, Ohio, and Miller Angus, West Union, Ohio

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Up the Alley

By John Grimes, OSU Extension Beef Coordinator Program support provided by OCA and Ohio Beef Council

The More Things Change, The More They Stay the Same The title of this article has also been used as the title of several songs in different genres if my memory serves me correctly. When you consider the differences that cattle producers are experiencing in Ohio in 2012 compared to 2011, the title also applies to cattlemen and how we use the management practices that we have available to us. The excessive moisture that Ohio received in 2011 now seems like a fond and distant memory. There were problems last year that we haven’t forgotten such as prevented planting acres, delayed plantings, and stand losses from too much water. Grain producers in much of the Corn Belt and Ohio have experienced much different conditions in 2012 due to a lack of water during the growing season after most of the crop was planted early due to a favorable spring planting season. Both the 2011 and 2012 scenarios have yielded higher grain prices which has an obvious negative impact on livestock producers. Forage production has definitely seen a role reversal from the previous year. Last year’s heavy rains yielded poor pasture conditions from foot traffic on saturated soils. Hay yields were reduced from too much moisture and quality severely reduced from delayed harvests. As we moved into the summer and early fall, rising temperatures and continued moisture produced excellent pasture growth and hay yields. 2012 has been a much different year. Unusually high temperatures in March stimulated early season forage growth which was soon stunted by heavy frosts in April. Moisture and temperatures allowed many producers to produce a satisfactory first cutting of hay that was harvested in a much more timely fashion than in 2011. Subsequent dry conditions and excessive temperatures have hurt pasture growth and yields from additional hay cuttings. 14 x Ohio Cattleman x Summer Issue 2012

Much of the United States still continues to experience significant drought conditions. Conditions have improved somewhat from 2011 in Texas and Oklahoma but severe drought conditions have expanded in the western Great Plains, Southwest, Southeast, Ohio River Valley, and eastern Corn Belt regions. The result is a further delay in the expansion of the nation’s beef cowherd and continued higher yet volatile cattle market prices. There has been more than enough political and social impact on the beef industry over the past two years. The drama in 2011 seemed to focus on issues such as animal welfare and the Ohio Livestock Care Standards Board, the GIPSA rule, and an internal beef industry struggle with the national beef checkoff. There has been no less drama for the beef industry in 2012. This year the beef industry has had to deal with hot button issues such as “pink slime”, BSE, and “meat glue” to name a few. Politics continues to be at the forefront of issues facing cattlemen in light of events such as constant threats from the Environmental Protection Agency, uncertainty of the status of a new Farm Bill, and the upcoming elections this fall. As you can see from the events just discussed, 2012 is shaping up to be quite different from

2011. Farmers are used to dealing with significant changes in their production enterprises from year to year as it is simply the “nature of the beast” with agriculture. In any given year, the farmer has to face “curveballs” thrown by Mother Nature, Uncle Sam, the media, or the consumer. How often we hit these “curveballs” will determine how long we stay in the game. Many of the factors that affect agriculture are out of our control. However, we need to implement the time-tested and new practices that can positively impact our beef enterprise. Obviously we need to prioritize the factors that will impact our bottom line immediately

but we constantly need to look for new opportunities that can cut costs and/or increase income. Market prices for all classes of beef cattle are at or near record levels. However, now is not the time to stop doing the little things that can help to increase income. Are you doing the long-accepted practices that add value to feeder calves such as health programs, castration, dehorning, etc.? Are you considering the extra practices that can add value such as source verification, creating larger lots of cattle to sell by pooling calves with other producers, and forward contracting? Have you considered marketing your calves at a different time or weight? Grain prices will continue to push feedlot operators towards the purchase of heavier weight feeder calves. Why not consider a backgrounding program if your forage base or other feed resources allow for profitable gains? Start assessing your forage situation immediately. While first cutting was made earlier this year, we still need to perform laboratory analysis on harvested forages early to allow plenty of time to determine management strategies to compensate

for forage shortages, quality issues, or ration balancing with alternative feeds. Stockpile forages for late fall and winter grazing as a means to compensate for low quantity and/or quality harvested forages. Plant annual forages such as oats or rye on available acreage for supplemental grazing or haying. The success of stockpiling or annual forages will obviously be dependent on weather conditions later this year. Potential feed shortages will require us to more aggressively manage our beef herds. Palpate females early and cull reproductive problems aggressively. Open females simply won’t pay the bills. Take advantage of historically high cow prices and conserve feed resources for the productive animals in your herd by culling non-productive animals. Identify sources of replacement females and make additions early to take advantage of the supply available. The reality of the current supply and demand situation is positive. The nation’s cowherd is the smallest it has been in over half a century while domestic and foreign demand has been solid. These facts indicate that there are real opportunities

for expansion of cow-calf and/or stocker operations in the state of Ohio. The political and social landscape is constantly changing and we must pay attention for the sake of the beef industry. I realize that many involved in agriculture are turned off by politics and won’t “call their Congressman” or write a “letter to the editor” on an issue that significantly impacts their livelihood. Now is not the time to be complacent on political issues on a local, state, or national level that impact your ability to do business. Challenge those in the traditional or social media that provide misinformation relating to the beef industry. Join or maintain membership beef- or agricultural-related organizations that represent your economic interests. There is strength in numbers. 2012 is shaping up to be quite different from 2011 for the agriculture industry in general and the beef industry in particular. While the two years may be vastly different, tried and true management practices will work in any year. Be flexible enough to adapt to changes in the beef industry and take advantage of the marketing opportunities available to us. v

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OCA News Rittenhouse Attends Elite Beef Industry Conference Scott Rittenhouse of R-Genetics, was one of more than 50 young cattlemen and women selected to participate in the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) 33rd Young Cattlemen’s Conference (YCC). Rittenhouse was sponsored by the Ohio Cattlemen’s Association. The YCC program is a comprehensive, nationwide tour of beef industry sectors, created to enhance leadership skills in your beef industry professionals. “YCC is a prestigious and competitive program designed to foster the future leadership of our industry,” said Forrest Roberts, NCBA chief executive officer. “The participants selected to attend YCC were chosen because of their exceptional contributions to the beef industry and their potential to be a strong voice in our future development. I look forward to seeing Mary take an increased leadership role within NCBA and the beef industry.” Rittenhouse graduated from the Ohio State University in 2000. After Graduating he was employed by the Ohio Cattlemen’s Association for almost six years as a field representative. Now Rittenhouse operates R-Genetics, a cow/calf operation in South western Ohio. Their operation markets bulls through the Leachman of Colorado co-operator system. He is also employed part time with United Producers Inc., Hillsboro, Oh. There he works brokering feeder calves. Rittenhouse and his wife Sasha operate R-genetics, with their two children Lara (5) and Lexi (2). Scott enjoys being outdoors and golfing. “This was a tremendous opportunity to meet other producers and learn valuable tools to take back home to our operations,” he said. “It’s great to learn how we as producers can have an impact on policy issues as well.” The eight day tour began at NCBA headquarters in Denver, Colo., where participants were given an organiza16 x Ohio Cattleman x Summer Issue 2012

tional overview of NCBA and the Beef Checkoff Program. While in Denver, the group also heard from representatives of Cattle Fax and the U.S. Meat Export Federation. They toured a Safeway retail store and learned about Rancher’s Reserve brand beef marketing efforts. The group spent a day in Greeley, Colo., visiting JBS Five Rivers feed yards and processing facilities. “It is really important for participants to see each sector of the beef industry – from farm to fork,” said Rittenhouse. “Traveling from a cow/calf ranch to a feedlot and processing plant really drives home the point that our industry is composed of many sectors, sectors that are all striving to produce a healthy end product.” In Chicago, the group met with the senior management of the Chicago Mercantile Exchange at the Chicago Board of Trade. They had the chance to watch the activity on the trading floor and witness futures trading firsthand. Participants also visited Otto & Sons Industries, a family owned company providing quality products and custom solutions for the food industry since 1909. This tour offered a view of how boxed beef is turned into custom order portions for both major restaurant chains and some of the nation’s top steakhouses. The group then traveled to Washington, D.C., where participants were greeted at a reception hosted by John Deere. The following morning, the group

received an issues briefing from NCBA’s government affairs staff about policy issues currently facing the cattle industry. Later in the day, these future leaders were given the opportunity to visit one-on-one with members of their state’s congressional delegation, expressing their viewpoints regarding the beef industry and their cattle operations. During their congressional visits, participants focused on issues including the 2012 Farm Bill, federal lands ranching and overreaching regulations proposed by the Environmental Protection Agency. The group then traveled to Aldie, Va., for a tour and barbeque at Whitestone Farms, one of the nation’s elite purebred Angus operations. v

Breed News Continued from page 13 Reserve Senior Champion Female was Champion Hill Peg 7352, exhibited by Tanner Ayres, Hillsboro, Ohio. The Fall Bull Calf Champion was Bad Romance 913, exhibited by Kaitlyn Clarke, West Chester, Ohio. Best Six Head went to Champion Hill, Bidwell, Ohio, who also won Produce-ofDam with Champion Hill Georgina 6518. Premier Breeder was Champion Hill, Bidwell, Ohio.

Champions Selected at AllAmerican Angus Breeders’ Futurity ROV Show

Angus breeders led 146 entries at the 2012 All-American Angus Breeders’ Futurity Roll of Victory (ROV) Show, June 17 in Louisville, Ky. Brad McCurry, Mount Hope, Kan., evaluated 108 females, 28 bulls, and 10 cow-calf pairs before choosing the winners. Lauren Grimes, Hillsboro, Ohio, led the reserve grand champion female after winning reserve late junior champion. SCC Royal Blackbird 138 is a March 2011

daughter of S A V Payroll 5281. Lauren Grimes and Lindsey Grimes, both of Hillsboro, Ohio, own the grand champion cow-calf pair. Carter’s Valee X126 is a March 2010 daughter of S A V Pioneer 7301. A January 2012 heifer calf sired by Connealy Confidence 0100 completed the pair. Junior Heifer Calf Champion was Maplecrest Vallee 2030, exhibited by Lauren Grimes, Hillsboro, Ohio. Senior Bull Calf Champion went to Bad Romance 913, Continued on page 23 Summer Issue 2012 x Ohio Cattleman x 17

The Ohio State University Buckeye Livestock Judging Camp Building the next generation of livestock judges. Story and photos by Amy Beth Graves

he student paces up and down the livestock classroom at Ohio State University, her notes clutched in her hand as she concentrates on what she’s going to say. The rest of the students sit in the bleachers of Von Price Arena writing up what they’ve observed over the past hour. The room is quiet – almost too quiet for this being the last day of camp. But this is no ordinary camp. This is OSU’s Buckeye Livestock Judging Camp, which combines fun with learning livestock evaluation. On this last day of the beginner camp, the students are preparing for their toughest assignment – a mock contest with two sets of reasons. They have just observed a class of Angus heifers, crossbred breeding gilts, breeding ewes and market hogs and have turned in their placing cards to the officials. After reasons are completed, Kyle Culp, OSU’s livestock evaluation leader, talks to the students and their parents before announcing the top 10 finishers in reasons and overall for the beginner class. “You’ve put in a tough 2 ½ days and some have been put in tough situations that you’ve never been in before,” he tells the 26 students. “These are valuable lessons and assets that will benefit you in many other areas of your life.” The lessons gained at the beginner and advanced sessions of the camp go far 18 x Ohio Cattleman x Summer Issue 2012

beyond livestock judging. Not only do the camp for several years, he started one students work on their communication last summer. It was one big camp with skills but they gain confidence in their 67 participants who either had a little or decision making, Culp said. a lot of experience. This year he offered “Standing up and sharing your both a beginners and advanced camp, thoughts with a stranger is very intimiwhich allowed for more one-on-one indating at first,” he said. “Reasons helps teraction. Students were put in groups of you organize your thoughts and underfour to five with a counselor. stand your decision making and how to “It’s important to give students a lot express those thoughts. Those are very of opportunities to judge early on,” Culp important skills to have.” said. “Collegiate judging is kind of similar The 2 ½-day camps were held on to sports teams with some starting out OSU’s campus during the last two weeks extremely young. The counselors said of June with the students staying in the most of the students were working really agriculture dorms. OSU livestock judging hard and improving a lot.” team members and other agriculture leadThe beginner student subjects iners helped mentor the students who were cluded contest scoring, market animal from Ohio, Indiana, Michigan, Pennsylselection, breeding animal selection, vania and Arizona. Twenty-six students were in the beginner class and 46 in the advanced. In September 2010, Culp became the university’s new livestock judging team coach and was determined to make OSU’s team more competitive and recruit more students for the program. Since OSU hadn’t had an organized livestock Participants had free time for recreation and to mingle with other campers.

note taking, introduction to oral reasons and judging for cattle, goats and swine. Most of the advanced class consisted of practice classes and reasons and concluded with a mock contest of six classes and four sets of reasons. The learning part of the camp was typically 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. with recreation in the evening such as kickball, volleyball, dodge ball and cards. The students also took a tour of the campus, giving some their first exposure to student life at OSU. “In terms of recruiting this is a good way to get students on campus and start to build relationships with them as both a potential coach and teacher,” Culp said. Gus Mitchem, 17, of southern Fayette County, has shown hogs and said he participated in the beginner camp to advance his knowledge of livestock judging. His plan is to attend a junior college and then transfer to OSU. “This has broadened my horizon and taught me new skills and methods. I feel more comfortable speaking with new people,” said Mitchem, who was the fourth place overall winner. “I liked getting to know the members of Ohio State’s judging team. They take a lot of pride in what they do.”

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Before the camp started, Courtney Neal, 15, of Marion, said she was “terrible” at oral reasons. “I’d never been exposed to it, and I think it gets easier as you practice. Now I’m a little better at it,” said Neal, who attended the beginner camp with two friends. The three have shown together in the past and want to judge together in the future. Lukas Roark of Hamilton County in Indiana took the advanced class at the urging of his ag teacher. The 15-yearold doesn’t live on a farm but has a strong interest in agriculture and is considering a career in agricultural engineering. His grandfather has a farm, and Roark has judged FFA cattle, sheep, goats and pigs. “I liked the whole experience, and it was a good, detailed learning experience,” he said. “I definitely will do this again next year. I really enjoyed it.” v

Campers were awarded for placing in the mock contest.

The Ohio Cattlemen’s Association coordinated registration for the event and OCA staff person Stephanie Sindel was on hand to help check in campers and serve as a group leader for both camps. She also assisted participants with camp tasks and with oral reasons. “It’s a great opportunity for our youth to have this resource offered here in Ohio,” Sindel says.

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Beef Briefs Royal Adds Feeder Calf Show

A new feeder calf show for steer and heifer prospects has been added to the 2012 American Royal lineup. There is no sale with this show. The show will be held on Friday, October 26 and is scheduled to coincide with the market animal shows. The show is open to the world. All open and junior exhibitors are eligible to compete. There will be separate shows for steers and heifers. All calves will show by weight. They must be born in 2012 and weigh between 300 and 750 lbs. All entries must be halter broke to lead as they will show individually in Hale Arena. Heifer calves from other divisions may also enter in this show if all fees are paid. In addition to class premiums the Grand Champion Steer and Heifer will each receive a $300 premium and the Reserve Grand Steer and Heifer will each get a $200 premium. A detailed show schedule is posted at www.americanroyal.com. The 2012 entry deadline is September 10. Complete premium book information along with the entry form are available at www.americanroyal.com. For further information please contact the American Royal Livestock Department at karriem@americanroyal. com or (816) 569-4054. The American Royal, a not-for-profit 501c3 organization that benefits youth and education, is now in its 113th year and celebrates our region’s rich agricultural heritage through competition, education and entertainment.

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CattleWomen Create Ohio Beef Ambassador Program The Ohio Cattlewomen’s Association is excited to announce the creation of the new Ohio Beef Ambassador Program. In March the OCW decided to transition from the Ohio Queen of Beef contest to the Ohio Beef Ambassador Program. The OBAP program was created to provide an opportunity for youth to share their story of agriculture, and effectively communicate and educate consumers on beef consumption and the industry. “We’re excited about implementing this program to offer more opportunities for Ohio’s beef industry youth,” said Tonya Lohr, OCW president. The first contest will be held on January 26, 2013 at the Marriot Columbus in Dublin, Ohio in conjunction with the Ohio Cattlemen’s Association annual banquet. Ohio youth, male and female, ages 17 through 19 as of September 1, 2012, are welcome to participate in the contest. A team of ambassadors will be selected at the contest and the highest scored contestant will represent Ohio at the annual National Beef Ambassador contest.

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What is the purpose of the Ohio Beef Ambassador Program? The purpose of the OBAP is to provide Ohio consumers and students with positive nutritional, economical, environmental and educational information related to beef consumption and the beef industry in general. Participants learn how to effectively address issues and misconceptions, accurately share industry information and promote the versatile utilization for beef consumption. 22 x Ohio Cattleman x Summer Issue 2012

When is the 2013 OBAP contest? The contest to select the 2013 OBAP team will be January 26, 2013, held in cooperation with the Ohio Cattlemen’s Association annual meeting and banquet. Contestants are required to attend all activities leading up to and during the contest. Where will the 2013 OBAP contest be held? The 2013 contest will be held in conjunction with the Ohio Cattlemen’s Association annual meeting and banquet at the Marriot Columbus in Dublin, Ohio. What does the winner of the OBAP contest receive? In addition to receiving local recognition for winning the contest, winners will receive cash award, industry and media training, travel opportunities across Ohio, invaluable experience and exposure in the beef industry and an opportunity to participate in the National Beef Ambassador competition. How long is the OBAP Team term? The term of the OBAP team is one year. Beginning at the culmination of the OBAP contest at the OCA’s annual meeting and ending one year later at the same time. How do I find information about my county’s beef ambassador program? You can locate your county’s beef ambassador chair by contacting your local cattlemen’s association president. You may also contact Ohio Beef Ambassador

Manager, Kathy Sautter at 419-492-2576 or via e-mail at ksautter2@frontier.com. How is the OBAP funded? The Ohio CattleWomen (OCW), manages the OBAP in partnership with the Beef Checkoff Program. It is a voice for women who share a passion for the U.S. beef industry, promoting and supporting the industry while encouraging women involved in beef and agribusiness. The OBAP is funded in part by the Beef Checkoff program. The Beef Checkoff was established as part of the 1985 Farm Bill and assesses $1 per head on the sale of live domestic and imported cattle, in addition to a comparable assessment on imported beef and beef products. States retain up to 50 cents on the dollar and forward the other 50 cents per head to the National Cattlemen’s Beef Promotion and Research Board, which administers the national Checkoff program, subject to USDA approval. Additional funding is provided by industry partners who believe in supporting the next generation of cattle producers and advocates.

Requirements and additional information for the contest can be found online at the OCW website, www.ohiocattlewomen.com. Also, interested candidates are encouraged to follow the OBAP on Facebook, www.facebook.com/ ohiobeefambassador.

Breed News Continued from page 17 exhibited by Kaitlyn Clarke, West Chester, Ohio. Winning Best Six Head was Champion Hill, Bidwell, Ohio as well as Produce-ofDam with Champion Hill Georgina 6518 and Premier Breeder. Premier Exhibitor was Lauren Grimes, Hillsboro, Ohio. MAF Raven 4011 won reserve grand champion bull. Jordon Mullett, Coshocton, Ohio, owns the March 2011 son of BC 7022 Raven 7965. He earlier claimed junior champion.

SCC Queen Beyonce 134 won grand champion female. Kinsey Crowe, West Alexandria, Ohio, owns the March 2011 daughter of B C Lookout 7024. She first claimed junior champion.

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Adams County Cattlemen’s Lauren Grimes, Hillsboro, Ohio, led the reserve grand champion female

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This summer brings new and exciting programs for the Ohio Cattlewomen’s Association and Ohio’s youth. It seems that the familiar saying “time flies when you’re having fun,” is holding true for this year’s OCW membership.

Youth Programs

Recently, the OCW held the Discovering Agvocacy seminar for Ohio’s county beef queens, ambassadors, and county coordinators in preparation to serve as advocates throughout the summer and transition from the Ohio Queen of Beef to Ohio Beef Ambassador Program (OBAP) in January. The group met on Saturday, June 16 at the Ohio Cattlemen’s Association office, attracting 22 guests from across the state. We were excited to have Jennifer Keller, Ohio Pork Council and Dan Toland, Ohio Farm Bureau Federation as guest speakers at our event. Keller spoke on the importance of serving as an advocate for the agricultural and beef industry. Toland then transitioned the conversation on how to effectively advocate using social media. We were also grateful to have OCW Vice President Shannon Donnelly, give a Beefonomics presentation. I would like to thank those who attended and the OCW members that made this event possible. Information on the OBAP can be found on the youth activities page via the OCW website. In preparation for the OBAP, we are launching new programs for our youth. The new OCW cartoon character, ‘Agvocating Annabelle,’ is a spinoff from the popular grade school program, Flat Stanley. Find contest details and how to win a Barnes and Noble NOOK Color at the OCW website, via the youth activities page. The OCW will also be releasing other new programs throughout the summer, geared to help youth share their story with consumers. Follow along on the Ohio Beef Ambassador Program Facebook page, www.facebook.com/ohiobeefambassador.

OCW Membership Updates

It is hard to believe the Ohio State Fair is just around the corner – time really does fly! The OCW will be continuing their annual Country Store in the Voinovich building during the Ohio State Fair, July 25 through August 5. If you would like to consign items, work a shift, or help set up on Tuesday, July 24 at 10 a.m., please contact OCW Treasurer, Dona Tullis at donacers@ctcn.net. We hope to see you there with your fellowship and support. The OCW is eager to see the benefits our youth will reap through the efforts and changes we have made this year. We hope more youth will get involved from across the state through beef industry events and promotions. If you have any questions about OCW or our youth programs please never hesitate to contact myself at lohr4@embarqmail.com. See you at the fair! v

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SCC Royal Blackbird 138 won reserve grand champion female. Lauren Grimes, Hillsboro, Ohio, owns the March 2011 daughter of S A V Payroll 5281. She first won reserve junior champion.

first show of the summer show season. Awards were given by OJSA following the show. This event is a great social event as well as a learning experience for youth and with 2012 AJSA National Classic being hosted in Ohio. Our 2012 Queen and Princess were also crowned as the awards program began, Queen – Rachel Linder and Princess – Morgan Fackler.

Champion Purebred Heifer was exhibited by Brooke Bumgardner, South Vienna, Ohio. Dameron Bardot 080 won grand champion cow-calf pair. William Harsh, Radnor, Ohio, owns the March 2010 daughter of S A V Brilliance 8077. A February 2012 bull calf sired by Connealy Final Product is at side.

Reserve Champion Purebred Heifer was exhibited by Allison Reed, Lindsey Ohio.

Champion Percentage Heifer was exhibited by Kameron Wise, New Philadelphia, Ohio.

Reserve Champion Percentage Heifer was exhibited by Amber Shoemaker, Louisville, Ohio.

Champion Purebred Steer was exhibited by Allison Reed, Lindsey, Ohio.

Carter’s Vallee X126 won reserve grand champion cowcalf pair. Lauren Grimes and Lindsey Grimes, both of Hillsboro, Ohio, own the March 2010 daughter of S A V Pioneer 7301. A January 2012 daughter sired by Connealy Confidence 0100 completes the duo.

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The Ohio Junior Simmental Association and Ohio Simmental Association hosted its annual Memorial Day Classic/State show at the Tuscarawas County Fairground from May 26 – May 28. The juniors participated in many contests including a judging contest, public speaking, sales talk and a cattlemen’s quiz. On Memorial Day the juniors had a showmanship competition and their

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On the Edge of Common Sense

By Baxter Black, DVM

Cow Stupidity Patronize these Companies that Support your Association ADM Alliance Nutrition Barbie Casey, Dan Meyer, Roger Schrader Ag Nation Products Bob and Marie Clapper Allflex USA, Inc. Dave McElhaney Boehringer-Ingelheim Greg Spear, Jake Osborn Cargill Animal Nutrition Tom Rohanna, Bradley Carter COBA/Select Sires Bernie Heisner, Kevin Hinds, Bruce Smith, Julie Ziegler CompManagement, Inc. Tony Sharrock DeKalb/Asgrow Jeffrey Goodbar, Janelle Brinksneader Farm Credit Services of Mid-America Bob Foster, Tara Durbin Franklin Equipment Mick Ritchie Heritage Cooperative Allan Robison, Eric Johnson, Derek Fauber, Cy Prettyman Highland Livestock Supply Curt Hively Hubbard Feeds Tom Linn Jeremy Baldwin, Darl Bishir, Perry Owen Kalmbach Feeds Jeff Neal Kent Feeds Andy McVay, Kale Causemaker, Luke Snider, Phil Reppert Land O’Lakes Purina Feed LLC John Reed, Jim Jackson, David Newsom McArthur Lumber Bob Marlowe Mercer Landmark Dave Puthoff, Randy Seeger, Joe Siegrist M.H. Eby Inc. Steve Rittenhouse, Kirk Swensen Novartis Animal Health Katie Oney Ohio Soybean Council Jennifer Coleman PBS Animal Health Becky Vincent Pfizer Animal Health Leesa Beanblossom, Tom Esselburn, Tim Gold PNC Bank Thomas Stockdale, Lee Fitzsimmons, Rhonda Beam-Adams POET Biorefining-Marion Duane McCombs Provico Sam Braun Reed & Baur Insurance Agency LLC Paula Dillon, Jim Rogers Townsend’s Sales Dean Armstrong Umbarger Show Feeds Eric King Union Stock Yards Janet & Bill Butler United Producers Inc. Sam Roberts, Abra Dunn Weaver Leather Livestock Angela Shoemaker, Lisa Shearer For information about joining OCA’s Allied Industry Council, call the OCA Office. 28 x Ohio Cattleman x Summer Issue 2012

I was watching Will trying to entice a small bunch of cows through an open gate by baiting them with protein pellets. The last two cows could not find the gate! After three back-tracks he finally coaxed them through. “It’s frustrating,” he said. “My dad told me cows are stupid, that’s why we eat them.” I thought that was philosophical genius! Right there in front of our eyes, akin to Columbus suddenly realizing that the earth was round, or a six-year-old discovering he can burp on command! One of those moments when a person sees there really is a master plan in the universe. However, I hear story after story about men trying to outsmart cows. Temple Grandin has built a fine reputation defining and manipulating cow behavior. But, her techniques do not depend on a cow’s intelligence. The design of her cattle handling facilities could also be used in bottling plants, air conditioning ducts and irrigation systems. It’s all about flow. It is true we can use fear, temperament or food to get cows to do as we ask. Dairymen have perfected the system. They lure one cow to come in the parlor and stanchion with grain, and the rest of the cows follow. They learn the system but hunger is the instinctive reason they come rather than intelligence. On the open range, once a cow finds the water hole they can find it again even if there is no trail. I’m not sure it is all because of their sense of smell. It’s almost like they have their own GPS, like geese, to guide them. Witness their ability to hide their calf, walk half a mile to water then return to the calf’s hiding place. Instinct or intelligence? Is it stupidity when you try and run a range bull through a chute three days in a row and he resists? Is it stupidity when you get a roping steer that ducks his head? How ‘bout when an ol’ cow sticks her nose in the ground at her annual “Fall Mouthing.” Is she really thinking, “I don’t want Farmer Bill to see I’ve got a loose tooth.” Maybe stupid is too harsh a word. We could say learning handicapped, S.A.T. negative, IQ diminished, thinking deprived, thick-headed, brain dead? And stupid, compared to what? A creosote post, a box of gravel, a tamping bar? To be fair to the cow we must look at the company they keep…cows, and of course, cowboys, who aren’t stupid but sometimes you can’t tell. www.baxterblack.com

BEST Program Concludes a Successful 13th Year at Annual Banquet The 2011-2012 Ohio Cattlemen’s Association BEST Program wrapped up on June 2 with its annual awards banquet held at the Ohio Expo Center in Columbus. “The banquet is a time to celebrate with family, friends and BEST supporters the many achievements of our BEST participants,” says Stephanie Sindel, BEST coordinator. “Each participant is recognized for their hard work that goes above and beyond the show ring.” Several representatives from program sponsors Bob Evans Farms, Farm Credit Services of Mid-America, Green Oak Farms, M.H. Eby, Ohio Farm Bureau Federation and Burroughs Frazier Farms were on hand to help present awards totaling more than $32,000 in belt buckles, furniture, jackets, show materials and other awards. This year’s BEST program featured 16 sanctioned shows that weaved its way across the state. More than 415 head of market animals and heifers were shown and 315 youth participated.

Banquet Sponsors

The BEST program receives tremendous support for awards and the awards banquet. The 2011-2012 banquet and award sponsors were Hamilton Insurance Agency, Harsh’s Farm Service, Highland Livestock Supply, Kent Feeds, Inc., Merchants National Bank, National Livestock Exhibitor - Eldon Miller, ShowRite Show Feeds by Hubbard Feeds, Stock Show U, Umbarger Show Feeds, and Weaver Leather. These sponsors donated a wonderful set of door prizes and offered monetary support for awards. State breed associations sponsoring belt buckle cases for the winners in each of the respective breeds: Buckeye Hereford Association, Ohio Angus Association, Ohio Chianina Association, Ohio MidEastern Maine-Anjou Association and Ohio Shorthorn Breeders Association. The Ohio Cattlemen’s Association provided the remaining breeds’ winners.

BEST Jr. Representatives Selected to serve as Junior Representatives on the 2012-13 BEST Committee are pictured from left: Amber Shoemaker, Stark County; Jessica Harsh, Delaware County; and Sarah Johnson, Pickaway County.

Scholarship Winners Three $1,000 BEST Scholarships were presented during the banquet by BEST Program Sponsors. Pictured from left are; Sam Sutherly, OCA president; Tedd and Alice Frazier representing BEST sponsor Burroughs Frazier Farms; Jessica Harsh, Radnor; Brittany Conkey, Hicksville; Gale Long representing BEST sponsor Green Oak Farms; Bob Foster representing BEST sponsor Farm Credit Services of MidAmerica, Mike Bumgarner representing Ohio Farm Bureau Federation; and Todd Pugh, OCA BEST chairman. Scholarship winner Sierra Jepsen, Amanda; and BEST Sponsors Bob Evans and M.H. Eby were unavailable for the photo.

Eby Trailer Winner Jonathan Barrett of Coolville was the lucky BEST participant to receive the free use of a 8’ by 26’ livestock trailer for the 2012-2013 BEST season courtesy of Eby Trailer. Pictured from left to right are: Jonathan Barrett, trailer winner; Steve Rittenhouse, Eby Trailers; and Sam Sutherly, OCA President.

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Top Heifer Winners – Winners of the heifer divisions pictured front row from left are: Brittany Conkey, Defiance County, Ch. Crossbred Heifer; Brooke Bumgardner, Clark County, Ch. Simmental Heifer; Lauren Corry, Greene County, Res. Ch. MaineTainer Heifer; Demi powers, Fulton County, Ch. MaineTainer Heifer; Matthew Randolph, Jefferson County, Res. Ch. AOB Heifer; and Ashley Buell, Licking County, Ch. Percentage Simmental Heifer. Pictured middle row from left are: Austin Garner, Butler County, Res. Ch. Chianina Heifer and Res. Ch. Market Heifer; Devin Coon, Jackson County, Res. Angus Heifer and Res. Ch. High Percentage Maine-Anjou Heifer; Garrett Lapp, Muskingum County, Res. Ch. ShorthornPlus Heifer; and Cameron Alexander, Clinton County, Ch. High Percentage Maine-Anjou Heifer. Pictured back row from left are Steve Rittenhouse representing BEST sponsor M.H. Eby; Sam Sutherly, OCA president; Tedd and Alice Frazier representing BEST sponsor Burroughs Frazier Farms; Eldon Miller, National Livestock Exhibitor and BEST supporter; Gale Long representing BEST sponsor Green Oak Farms; Bob Foster representing BEST sponsor Farm Credit Services of Mid-America, Mike Bumgarner representing Ohio Farm Bureau Federation; and Todd Pugh, OCA BEST chairman. Lydia Dance, Highland County, Ch. Angus Heifer; Sarah Johnson, Pickaway County, Ch. AOB Heifer; Megan Hunt, Darke County, Ch. Chianina Heifer; Samantha Boeck, Greene County, Res. Ch. Crossbred Heifer; Caitlin Decker, Washington County, Ch. Hereford Heifer; Timothy Elam, Res. Ch. Hereford Heifer; Morgan Moore, Portage County, Ch. Shorthorn Heifer, Taylor Justice, Fairfield County, Res. Ch. Shorthorn Heifer; Janel Gilbert, Darke County, Ch. ShorthornPlus Heifer, Jordan Bachman, Fairfield County, Res. Ch. Simmental Heifer; Amber Shoemaker, Stark County, Res. Ch. Percentage Simmental Heifer; Steven Wheeler, Tuscarawas County, Ch. Market Heifer; and BEST Sponsor Bob Evans were unavailable for the photo. Top Market Animal Winners – Winners of the market animal divisions pictured front row from left are: Michelle Bockelman, Henry County, Ch. Angus Steer; Jonathan Barrett, Meigs County, Ch. AOB Steer; Lindsey Pugh, Stark County, Ch. Chianina Steer and Res. Ch. Crossbred Steer; Brooke Egbert, Auglaize County, Ch. Crossbred Steer; Christina Norman, Fulton County, Ch. Hereford Steer; Colleen Minges, Butler County, Tenth Overall Crossbred Steer; Jessica Millenbaugh, Crawford County, Ch. Simmental Steer; and Justin Shonkwiler, Franklin County, Ch. Shorthorn Steer. Pictured middle row from left are: Brock Zwick, Stark County, Res. Ch. Angus Steer; Logan Shell, Fairfield County, Res. Ch. Chianina Steer; Madison Clark, Miami County, Seventh Overall Crossbred Steer; Jarett Smith, Sandusky County, Res. Ch. Hereford Steer; Jennifer Siegel, Crawford County, Res. Ch. Simmental Steer; Breanne Gabriel, Pickaway County, Res. Ch. Maine-Anjou Steer; Taylor Morbitzer, Franklin County, Res. Ch. Shorthorn Steer; Clayton Wildermuth, Shelby County, Ch. Maine-Anjou Steer; Sara Klehm, Stark County, Ch. ShorthornPlus Steer and Third Overall Crossbred Steer; and Kyle Piscione, Lorain County, Res. Ch. ShorthornPlus Steer. Pictured back row from left are Steve Rittenhouse representing BEST sponsor M.H. Eby; Sam Sutherly, OCA president; Tedd and Alice Frazier representing BEST sponsor Burroughs Frazier Farms; Eldon Miller, National Livestock Exhibitor and BEST supporter; Gale Long representing BEST sponsor Green Oak Farms; Bob Foster representing BEST sponsor Farm Credit Services of Mid-America, Mike Bumgarner representing Ohio Farm Bureau Federation; and Todd Pugh, OCA BEST chairman. Logan Trbovich, Carroll County, Res. Ch. AOB Steer; Cole Wildermuth, Shelby County, Fourth Overall Steer; Austin Trbovich, Carroll County, Fifth Overall Crossbred Steer, Sarah Harner, Greene County, Sixth Overall Crossbred Steer, Hali Lake, Greene County, Eighth Overall Crossbred Steer; Cameron Alexander, Clinton County, Ninth Overall Crossbred Steer; and BEST Sponsor Bob Evans were unavailable for the photo.

Bred and Owned Heifer Winners – Winners of the bred and owned heifer division pictured front row from left are: Allison Davis, Carrollton, Ch. Bred and Owned heifer; Haley Frazier, Jackson, Res. Ch. Bred and Owned Heifer (ShorthornPlus); Taelor Cox, West Liberty, Third Overall Bred and Owned Heifer (ShorthornPlus); Justin Shonkwiler, London, Fourth Overall Bred and Owned Heifer (Shorthorn); and Nicole Johnston, Wauseon, Fifth Overall Bred and Owned Heifer (ShorthornPlus). Pictured back row from left are Steve Rittenhouse representing BEST sponsor M.H. Eby; Sam Sutherly, OCA president; Tedd and Alice Frazier representing BEST sponsor Burroughs Frazier Farms; Gale Long representing BEST sponsor Green Oak Farms; Bob Foster representing BEST sponsor Farm Credit Services of Mid-America, Mike Bumgarner representing Ohio Farm Bureau Federation; and Todd Pugh, OCA BEST chairman. BEST Sponsor Bob Evans was unavailable for the photo. Bred and Owned Steer Winners – Winners of the bred and owned steer division picture front row from left are: Taylor Morbitzer, Grove City, Ch. Bred and Owned Steer (Shorthorn); Michelle Bockelman, Lancaster, Res. Ch. Bred and Owned Steer (Angus); Austin Garner, Hamilton, Third Overall Bred and Owned Steer (ShorthornPlus); Jeffrey Murphy, Port Washington, Fourth Overall Bred and Owned Steer (MaineTainer); and Ian Gehret, Yorkshire, Fifth Overall Bred and Owned Steer with his (Maine-Anjou). Pictured back row from left are Steve Rittenhouse representing BEST sponsor M.H. Eby; Sam Sutherly, OCA president; Tedd and Alice Frazier representing BEST sponsor Burroughs Frazier Farms; Gale Long representing BEST sponsor Green Oak Farms; Bob Foster representing BEST sponsor Farm Credit Services of Mid-America, Mike Bumgarner representing Ohio Farm Bureau Federation; and Todd Pugh, OCA BEST chairman. BEST Sponsor Bob Evans was unavailable for the photo. Novice Heifer Winners – Winners of the novice heifer division pictured front row from left are Garrett Lapp, Adamsville, Ch. Novice Heifer ; Ethan Neal, Georgetown, Res. Ch. Novice Heifer; Caitlin Decker, Vincent, Third Overall Novice Heifer; Madison Saylor, Hamilton, Fourth Overall Novice Heifer; Cain Schneider, Bethel, Fifth Overall Novice Heifer ; Wally Minges, Oxford, Sixth Overall Novice Heifer and Seventh Overall Novice Heifer ; Marissa Vearil, Lynchburg, Ninth Overall Novice Heifer; and Emma Parry, Hillsboro, Tenth Overall Novice Heifer. Pictured back row from left are Sam Sutherly, OCA president; Tedd and Alice Frazier representing BEST sponsor Burroughs Frazier Farms; Gale Long representing BEST sponsor Green Oak Farms; Bob Foster representing BEST sponsor Farm Credit Services of Mid-America, Mike Bumgarner representing Ohio Farm Bureau Federation; and Todd Pugh, OCA BEST chairman. Rachel Conny, Beloit, Eighth Overall Novice Heifer; Steve Rittenhouse representing BEST sponsor M.H. Eby; and BEST Sponsor Bob Evans were unavailable for the photo. 30 x Ohio Cattleman x Summer Issue 2012

Novice Market Animal Winners – Winners of the novice market animal division pictured front row from left are: Christina Norman, Wauseon, Ch. Novice Market Animal; Kyle Piscone, LaGrange, Res. Ch. Novice Market Animal and Fifth Overall Novice Market Animal ; Colleen Minges, Oxford, Third Overall Novice Market Animal; Trent Broermann, Camden, Fourth Overall Novice Market Animal ; Ty Hawley, Jeromesville, Sixth Overall Novice Market Animal ; Kirsten Ameling, Bradner, and Katie Hiltbrand, Seven Mile, tied for Seventh Overall Novice Market Animal ; Taylor Broermann, Camden, Ninth Overall Novice Market Animal ; and Nick McConnell, Mt. Vernon, Tenth Overall Novice Market Animal . Pictured back row from left are Steve Rittenhouse representing BEST sponsor M.H. Eby; Sam Sutherly, OCA president; Tedd and Alice Frazier representing BEST sponsor Burroughs Frazier Farms; Gale Long representing BEST sponsor Green Oak Farms; Bob Foster representing BEST sponsor Farm Credit Services of Mid-America, Mike Bumgarner representing Ohio Farm Bureau Federation; and Todd Pugh, OCA BEST chairman. Brooke Hayhurst, Shreve, Eighth Overall Novice Market Animal; and BEST Sponsor Bob Evans were unavailable for the photo.

Novice Showmanship – Winners of the Novice Showmanship Division pictured front row from left are: Colleen Minges, Butler County, Champion Beginner Novice Showman; Chris Tooms, Muskingum County, Reserve Champion Beginner Novice Showman; Kyle Piscione, Lorain County, Champion Junior Novice Showman; Trent Broermann, Preble County, Reserve Champion Junior Novice Showman; Madison Saylor, Butler County, Champion Intermediate Novice Showman; and Marissa Vearil, Brown County, Champion Senior Novice Showman. Back row from left are Sam Sutherly, OCA president; Tedd and Alice Frazier representing BEST sponsor Burroughs Frazier Farms; Gale Long representing BEST sponsor Green Oak Farms; Bob Foster representing BEST sponsor Farm Credit Services of Mid-America, Mike Bumgarner representing Ohio Farm Bureau Federation; and Todd Pugh, OCA BEST chairman. BEST Sponsor Bob Evans was unavailable for the photo.

Junior Showmanship – Winners of the Junior Showmanship Division pictured front row from left are: Sarah Harner, Stark County, Champion Junior Showman; Clay Foor, Licking County, Reserve Champion Junior Showman; Kady Davis, Carroll County, Third Overall Junior Showman; Lindsey Pugh, Stark County, Fifth Overall Junior Showman; and Jacob Jones, Brown County, Sixth Overall Junior Showman. Pictured middle row from left are: Brooke Egbert, Auglaize County, Seventh Overall Junior Showman; Kyle Piscione, Lorain County, Eighth Overall Junior Showman; Austin Garner, Butler County, Ninth Overall Junior Showman; and Madison Jones, Brown County, Tenth Overall Junior Showman. Pictured back row from left are Steve Rittenhouse representing BEST sponsor M.H. Eby; Sam Sutherly, OCA president; Tedd and Alice Frazier representing BEST sponsor Burroughs Frazier Farms; Gale Long representing BEST sponsor Green Oak Farms; Bob Foster representing BEST sponsor Farm Credit Services of Mid-America, Mike Bumgarner representing Ohio Farm Bureau Federation; and Todd Pugh, OCA BEST chairman. Hannah Topmiller, Warren County, Fourth Overall Junior Showman; and BEST Sponsor Bob Evans were unavailable for the photo.

Beginner Showmanship – Winners of the Beginner Showmanship Division pictured front row from left are Allsion Davis, Carroll County, Champion Beginner Showman; Carson Shafer, Preble County, Reserve Beginner Showman; Colleen Minges, Butler County, Third Overall Beginner Showman; Darcy Howser, Brown County, Fourth Overall Beginner Showman; Dalton Black, Adams County, Fifth Overall Beginner Showman. Middle row from left are Larkyn Parry, Highland County, Sixth Overall Beginner Showman; Chris Tooms, Muskingum County, Seventh Overall Beginner Showman; Taylor Frazier, Jackson County, Eighth Overall Beginner Showman; Mallory Peter, Defiance County, Ninth Overall Beginner Showman; and Katelyn Cowdrey, Brown County, Tenth Overall Beginner Showman. Pictured back row from left are Steve Rittenhouse representing BEST sponsor M.H. Eby; Sam Sutherly, OCA president; Tedd and Alice Frazier representing BEST sponsor Burroughs Frazier Farms; Gale Long representing BEST sponsor Green Oak Farms; Bob Foster representing BEST sponsor Farm Credit Services of Mid-America, Mike Bumgarner representing Ohio Farm Bureau Federation; and Todd Pugh, OCA BEST chairman. BEST Sponsor Bob Evans was unavailable for the photo.

Intermediate Showmanship – Winners of the Intermediate Showmanship Division pictured front row from left are: Jessica Millenbaugh, Crawford County, Champion Intermediate Showman; Brittany Conkey, Defiance County, Reserve Champion Intermediate Showman; Jared Cluxton, Brown County, Third Overall Intermediate Showman; Sarah Simpson, Brown County, Fourth Overall Intermediate Showman; and Jonathon Hannahs, Licking County, Fifth Overall Intermediate Showman. Pictured middle row from left are: Devin Coon, Jackson County, Sixth Overall Intermediate Showman; Austin Schneder, Clinton County, Seventh Overall Intermediate Showman; Karen Hiltbrand, Butler County, Eighth Overall Intermediate Showman; and Colton Burkett, Ashland County, Tenth Overall Intermediate Showman. Pictured back row from left are Steve Rittenhouse representing BEST sponsor M.H. Eby; Sam Sutherly, OCA president; Tedd and Alice Frazier representing BEST sponsor Burroughs Frazier Farms; Gale Long representing BEST sponsor Green Oak Farms; Bob Foster representing BEST sponsor Farm Credit Services of Mid-America, Mike Bumgarner representing Ohio Farm Bureau Federation; and Todd Pugh, OCA BEST chairman. Logan Trbovich, Carroll County, Ninth Overall Intermediate Showman; and BEST Sponsor Bob Evans were unavailable for the photo. Senior Showmanship – Winners of the Senior Showmanship Division pictured front row from left are: Amber Shoemaker, Stark County, Champion Senior Showman; Cameron Alexander, Clinton County, Reserve Champion Senior Showman; Sarah Johnson, Pickaway County, Third Overall Senior Showman; Marissa Vearil, Brown County, Fourth Overall Senior Showman; Dara Howser, Brown County, Fifth Overall Senior Showman; Justin Shonkwiler, Franklin County, Sixth Overall Senior Showman; Lauren Corry, Greene County, Seventh Overall Senior Showman; Steven Wheeler, Tuscarawas County, Eighth Overall Senior Showman; Lauren Fehlan, Lorain County, Ninth Overall Senior Showman; Jonathon Barrett, Meigs County, Tenth Overall Senior Showman (TIE); Roger Sannes, Clermont County, Tenth Overall Senior Showman (TIE). Pictured back row from left are Steve Rittenhouse representing BEST sponsor M.H. Eby; Sam Sutherly, OCA president; Tedd and Alice Frazier representing BEST sponsor Burroughs Frazier Farms; Gale Long representing BEST sponsor Green Oak Farms; Bob Foster representing BEST sponsor Farm Credit Services of Mid-America, Mike Bumgarner representing Ohio Farm Bureau Federation; and Todd Pugh, OCA BEST chairman. Logan Trbovich, Carroll County, Ninth Overall Intermediate Showman; and BEST Sponsor Bob Evans were unavailable for the photo. Summer Issue 2012 x Ohio Cattleman x 31

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Pictures from recent OCA Activities

Best Livestock Equipment....................................9 Buckeye Herefords............................................. 25 Claylick Run Angus.............................................17 Clonch Limousin................................................. 25 Dickinson Cattle Company................................ 32 Farm and Dairy................................................... 24 Farm Science Review..........................................17 Freeze Farms...................................................... 25 Highland Livestock Supply................................ 14

Members of Ohio’s Team Beef compete in the Canton Marathon (right).

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Ohio’s Chianina and Maine-Anjou Associations hosted successful junior nationals in Lima (below).

Kalmbach Feeds................................................. 36 Karr Farms.......................................................... 26 Kent Minerals........................................................5 Novak Town Line Farm....................................... 25 Novartis Animal Health...................................... 35 O’Connor Farms.................................................. 25 More than 500 pounds of pop tabs were donated to Ronald McDonald House Charities by BEST Participants this year.

Ohio Beef Council.........................................20, 21 Reed & Baur..........................................................9 Saltwell Western Store...................................... 21 Tara Verde Farms................................................ 25 United Producers Inc......................................... 19 USA Pole Barns.................................................. 25 Valentine Farms................................................. 25 Way View Farm....................................................17 Zilmax....................................................................2

OCA members served beef to OSU’s Football Team for their Champion’s Dinner (above). The Ohio Beef Council and OCA hosted visitors from the countries of Georgia and Armenia who are members of the Cochran Fellows, a program coordinated by Dr. Allen Lines of OSU.

Upcoming Advertising Deadlines: August 1 - Early Fall Issue August 31 - Late Fall Issue Call Stephanie Sindel at the OCA Office to place an ad. 614-873-6736

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