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AMSS Executive Committee President: Casey Weiss

4313 Otterbein-Ithaca Road, Arcanum, OH 45304 (937) 564-8861 (Term Exp. 2015) Email: caseyweiss@yahoo.com

Vice-President: Scott Cailteux

910 Westfield Ct.,Lawrence, KS 66049 (713) 898-2479 (Term Exp. 2017) Email: scailteux@sbcglobal.net

Katie Agnew

W359 N8470 Brown St., Oconomowoc, WI 53066 (920) 474-4349 (Term Exp. 2016) Email: shorties48@hotmail.com

Billy Lattire

6457 Firestone Pkwy, San Antonio, TX 78244 (812) 209-9588 (Term Exp. 2015) Email: billy.lattire@gmail.com

Brian Pederson

2428 Hwy 70, Braham, MN 55006 (612) 390-1616 (Term Exp. 2015) Email: nsfarms@hotmail.com

Junia Isiminger Executive Secretary

(608) 481-0165 Cell (608) 365-3332 Office Email: JuniaAMSS@gmail.com

AMSS Directors John Anderson

17075 Cook Road, Watertown, NY 13601 (315) 408-6030 (Term Exp. 2015) Email: mscoolcows@aol.com

Michael Bodey

5912 E Rt 29, Urbana, OH 43078 (937) 869-3345 (Term Exp. 2017) Email: prattbodey@hotmail.com

Jason Heeter

19072 Shade Valley Road, Shade Gap, PA 17255 (215) 534-5534 (Term Exp. 2017) Email: heeter2000@yahoo.com

Kylie Preisinger

238 Viking Dr., Fayetteville, NC 28303 Phone: (765) 427-6964 (Term Exp. 2016) Email: luvkows@hotmail.com

Michael Halpin

128 Hack, PO Box 214, Cullom, IL 60929 Phone: (815) 228-0777 (Term Exp. 2016) Email: mhalpin99@outlook.com

John Kuszlyk

7982Batavia-Byron Road, Batavia, NY 14020 (585) 343-4800 (Term Exp. 2017) Email: kuszlykcattleco@yahoo.com

Steve Marak

101873 S 3440 Rd, Meeker, OK 47855 (405) 279-2608 (Term Exp. 2016) Email: smjulie000@aol.com

AMSS Junior Officers President: Roxann Achen

2519 392nd Ave SE, Aberdeen, SD 57401 Phone: (320)333-9383 Email: roxann.achen@jacks.state.edu

Vice President: Hannah Rhoades

5554 Bakers Store-Greenville Rd, Greenville, OH 45331 Phone: (937)467-0050

Secretary: Liza Van der Laan

21349 CR EW 181, Frederick, OK 73542 Phone: (580)305-2232. Email: lizav@okstate.edu

Treasurer: Jessica Crawley

25141 Austin Rd, Gravette, AR 72736 Phone: (479)220-2802

Reporter: Nicholas Achen

2519 392nd Ave SE, Aberdeen, SD 57401 Phone: (320)266-4797 Email: nicholas.achen@hotmail.com

The Executive Report

Hello Milking Shorthorn Breeders, It has been quite cold in my part of our great nation and as you know that is not fun on the farm. Frozen water pipes, frozen manure spreaders, frozen gutter cleaners and frozen farmers, do not make for fun days. But as you know, we get through it and always pray for warmer weather. We all do it because 1. We love Milking Shorthorns and we believe in them or 2. We are just crazy! Some days, I think we all wonder which one that is.

A large part of my job is talking on the phone and over the past several weeks to start off any conversation it has been “How is the weather where you are?” It is funny that even non-farm folk ask that question first especially in the winter. The other part of that question is unique to me because many times, people think that I am in Beloit, Wisconsin, instead of Northwest Pennsylvania! That definitely takes the conversation in a different direction. Following up the weather, our conversation turns to “How does that work with you being in Pennsylvania and our registrations go to Wisconsin?” or “Is there still an office in Wisconsin?” or “Where do I mail things then?” To answer some of those questions. I think it has been working quite well me working in Pennsylvaia and having an office in Wisconsin. I do work from home and I have done that with past employers and for me if it is a good fit. I have been heading to Wisconsin about once every two or so months – although with this weather it is a longer stretch. When I travel out to Wisconsin, I spend about a week or so working in that office. Only registrations, transfers and payment for that work should be sent to the Beloit, Wisconsin office. If you are being billed for any work done, that payment should be sent to the Union City, Pennsylvania office along with all other mail. In addition, Allicia who has been doing our registrations at the Brown Swiss office in Beloit just had a baby and is on maternity leave. Kathi at Brown Swiss is handling Allicia’s work, however it may take a few extra days for phone calls to be returned or paperwork to come back. Please be patient during this time, as Allicia recovers and enjoys her new baby girl. She will be back working with us in a few weeks. If you need to talk to someone immediately, please call me at 608-365-3332 Ext. 102 and I will try to help you.

I have spent most of January sending out membership packets. There was a small error in the mailing of the membership packets, when the labels were printed, the associate memCont. on pg. 32

President's Corner Hello Milking Shorthorn enthusiasts!

2014 was a good year for Milking Shorthorns. Last year we registered 2,795 animals which is an increase of 232 registrations over the previous year. This is an 8% increase in registrations from 2013 to 2014. At first glance, one would assume this increase is because of the six-month registration moratorium we offered from January to June, but when you dig deeper, animal sales and transfers were at a five-year high. In 2014, we transferred 938 animals, which was an increase of 231 over 2013. This is an astounding 25% increase in animals transferred in a single calendar year! The demand for quality Milking Shorthorns is very strong and this demand is creating additional registrations for the breed.

The Cortland plan was developed by the AMSS leadership at the 2001 New York Convention and it serves as a blueprint for the long-term success and growth of the breed. The cornerstone of this Cortland plan is reaching and maintaining 5,000 registrations per year. At our winter Board of Directors meeting, I asked the directors if they believed the 5,000 registrations was still an achievable goal and they unanimously agreed that it was. So, how do we get there?

My answer is to sell more good cattle. We have to get good Milking Shorthorns into new herds and let them produce and reproduce. A bad cow that is culled in her first lactation has less than a 50% chance of producing a daughter to replace herself whereas a good cow who lasts six lactations can replace herself with multiple daughters and can more easily establish a cow family and a new Milking Shorthorn breeder for generations to come.

Since the demand for our cattle is so strong, I don't think we currently have enough cattle offered for public sale to fill this demand. I think it should be our goal to have a Milking Shorthorn sale at every national show every year. When we have a sale at the World Dairy Expo they are very well received, the sale average is high and most of the animals go into herds that are new to Milking Shorthorns. This past year's sale sold six lots for an average of $4,567. Hosting a sale at a multi-breed show is a great opportunity to reach new buyers who currently have other breeds and are Milking Shorthorn curious.

In years previous, the Kansas Milking Shorthorn Society held an annual Dual Purpose

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Volume 97, Number 1

ISSN. 1073-9394

Official Publication of the

AMERICAN MILKING SHORTHORN SOCIETY 23515 Range Road, Union City, PA 16438 Phone: (608) 365-3332 • Fax: (608) 365-6644 Website: www.milkingshorthorn.com

In This Issue On The Cover On the cover are the four national Grand Champion cows from the 2014 fall shows. Cover design by Ashley Shaffer

All-American Nominees................................................ 7 Have You Herd.......................................................... 31 Honor Roll................................................................ 37 In Memorium............................................................ 14 Junior Spotlight ........................................................ 38 Jr. National Convention Info .................................. 52-55 Native Shorthorns..................................................... 40 National Convention .................................................. 46 National Sale Form.................................................... 48 Online Sale Form....................................................... 58 President’s Corner....................................................... 4 The Exec. Report......................................................... 4 Top 75 PPR Bulls................................................... 44-45 Top PPR Cows...................................................... 43-43 Winter Board Motions................................................. 56

Index to Advertisers Corstar Cattle Co....................................................... 6 Gibbs Family............................................................. 3 Hall's Ayrshires....................................................... 49 Halpin Farms......................................................62-63 Hillholm Milking Shorthorns...................................... 59 Landrum's Milking Shorthorns................................... 55 Kuszlyck Cattle Co................................................2, 64

Mapleton Valley.......................................................

Paulson Family........................................................

Ritchie Fountains.....................................................

Vail/Hellenbrand/Borba............................................

Wall St. Dairy..........................................................

Weissway Farms......................................................

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Spring Heifer Calves (7)

Daysland Acres Logic CeCe 68315552 Born 03/04/14

Designer Gene’s PF Connie 68315609 Born 03/03/14

Breeder & Owner: Katie Albaugh, Walkersville, MD

Breeder: Bridget R. Whiting Yannassee, Pulaski, PA Owner: Callie M Whiting, Pulaski, PA

2nd Eastern National, 2nd International.

GMC DL Dairybar EXP 68315084 Born 03/01/14

3rd Eastern National, 6th International.

Halpins Ellanie 840003013654959 Born: 03/11/14

Breeder & Owner: Brooke Morgan Clark, Cornish Flat, NH

1st & HM Jr. Champion Eastern National, 1st & HM Jr. Champion Winter National, 5th International, 1st & Res. Jr. Champion IL State Fair. Breeder: Elizabeth Rice, Cullom, IL

Hills-Acre Nation Kissnhugs P 68315501 Born 03/15/14

Mapleton Vly J Catniss ET 68315025 Born 03/02/14

Breeder & Owner: Bob Hill, Williamsburg, IN

Breeder & Owner: Mapleton Valley Farms, Oconomowoc, WI

1st & Junior Champion Northeast National, 3rd International, 1st & Res. Jr. Champion NH State Show.

1st & HM Jr. Champion International.

Owner: Owen Halpin, Cullom, IL

4th International, 3rd WI State Fair.

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Winter Heifer Calves (7)

B-D-F Showtime Sweet Feet 68315187 Born: 12/12/13

1st International, 1st Winter National, 1st & Res. Jr. Champion IN State Fair.

Breeder & Owner: Dallas Butts of B-D-F Farms, Cory, IN

Breeder & Owner: Brooke Morgan Clark, Cornish Flat, NH

Hard Core Premium Viper EXP 68315289 Born 12/31/13

Hillholm Liriano Daydream EXP 72401859 Born 01/05/14

Breeder: Keith A & Donnette F Fisher, New Enterprise, PA Owner: Josiah Mowry, New Enterprise, PA

Breeder: Paige E. Vaadi, DeKalb Jct, NY Owner: Elizabeth A Fleming, Copenhagen, NY

Lazy M Liriano Ally EXP 840003012136459 Born 12/07/13

R-Generation Logic Emily EXP 840003012524418

2nd Eastern National, 4th International.

2nd International, 1st & Res. Jr. Champion IA Milking Shorthorn Show, 1st IA State Fair. Breeder & Owner: Lazy M Farm Michael & Herman Maier, Stitzer, WI

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GMC Kaiser Dallas ET 68314536 Born 12/02/13

2nd Northeast National, 6th International, 1st & Jr. Champion NH State Show.

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1st Eastern National, 5th International.

Born 12/18/13

3rd International, 3rd Eastern National.

Breeder: Jessica and Jason Kennedy, Cochranton, PA Owner: Olivia F Kennedy, Cochranton, PA

Fall Heifer Calves (7)

Gibbs Liriano Capene EXP ET 68314802 Born 09/06/13

5th International, 5th Winter National, 1st & Jr. Champion KY State Fair, 1st & Jr. Champion IA State Fair. Breeder: Lincoln Gibbs, Epworth, IA Owner: Taylor Graves, Perryville, KY

Hard Core Premium Fire Maid EXP 68314412 Born 09/05/13

1st, Jr. Champ. & Supreme Junior Champion Eastern National, 1st & Jr. Champ. Winter National, 2nd International, 1st & Jr. Champion NY Spring Show. Breeder: Keith & Donnette

GMC Logic Delaware ET 68314531 Born 09/15/13

1st & Res. Junior Champion Northeast National, 2nd NY Spring Show.

Breeder & Owner: Brooke Morgan Clark, Cornish Flat, NH

Lazy M Pirelli Got It EXP 840003012136382 Born 09/02/13

1st & Jr. Champion International, 1st & Jr. Champion IA Milking Shorthorn Show, 2nd IA State Fair. Breeder & Owner: Lazy M Farm - Michael & Herman Maier, Stitzer, WI

Fisher, New Enterprise, PA Owner: Peter Vail, Hillpoint Partners and Frank & Diane Borba, Copake, NY

Lazy M RR Zeus Tahiti EXP 840003012136395 Born 09/05/13

2nd Winter National, 3rd International, 1st & Jr. Champion WI State Fair, 1st & Jr. Champion MN State Fair.

Breeder: Michael & Herman Maier, Stitzer, WI Owner: Tammy Voegeli & Ann Lerum, Arlington, WI

PD Presto Don’t Be Jealous 68316122 Born 09/02/13

4th International, 4th Winter National, 1st Jr. Champion, & Supreme Jr. Champion Ozark Empire Fair.

Breeder & Owner: Tucker Peterson, Mtn. Grove, MO

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Summer Yearlings (8)

Gibbs Liriano Carper-EXP-ET Born 06/03/13

HC-HP Frolic Dixie ET 68314556 Born 06/01/13

Breeder & Owner: Lincoln Gibbs, Epworth, IA

Breeder: J.A. Elliot & Donnette Fisher, New Enterprise, PA Owner: Keith & Donnette Fisher, New Enterprise, PA

JLJ MS Zeus Cabriolet EXP 840003012644847 Born 07/29/13

Lazy M Storm Denali EXP ET 840003012136329 Born 07/01/13

1st Winter National, 6th International, 3rd IA State Fair.

5th International, 1st & Junior Champion IL State Fair.

Breeder & Owner: Jason & Linda Swanson, and Julie Aves, Garden Prairie, IL

Lazy M Storm Diedra EXP ET 840003012136330 Born 07/01/13 2nd International, 2nd IA State Fair, 2nd IA Milking Shorthorn Show. Breeder & Owner: Lazy M Farm - Michael & Herman Maier, Stitzer, WI

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1st Eastern National.

1st International, 1st IA State Fair, 1st IA Milking Shorthorn Show. Breeder & Owner: Lazy M Farm - Michael & Herman Maier, Stitzer, WI

Mapleton Vly Cancun Zunique 68313346 Born: 06/04/13

3rd International, 1st & Res. Junior Champion WI State Fair.

Breeder & Owner: Mapleton Valley Farms

Spring Yearlings (6)

B-D-F Pappy Lynette 68312982 Born 03/03/13

1st Winter National, 5th International, 1st IN State Fair.

Breeder: Dallas Butts of B-D-F Farms, Cory, IN Owner: Kyla Jarvis of B-D-F Farms, Cory, IN

Buckeye Knoll Pattycake EXP ET 68313620 Born 03/01/13

2nd Eastern National, 3rd International, 1st OH State Fair.

Breeder & Owner: Hannah Rhoades, Greenville, OH

Innisfail Mega Laycee-ET 68313060 Born 03/13/13

Lazy M RR Zip EXP 840003012136213 Born 03/02/13

Breeder: John Stuart Rowe, Davis, CA Owner: Katie Bue, Alma Center, WI

Breeder: Nicole Allen, Stitzer, WI Owner: Cameron & Birtton Allen, Stitzer, WI

4th International, 3rd Minnesota State Fair.

Spungold-R Poppy’s Pearl-ET 68313078 Born 03/07/13

1st & Res. Jr. Champion Eastern National, 2nd International, 2nd New York Spring Show. Breeder & Owner: Nick Raggi and Dale & Deanna Bendig, Gettysburg, PA

1st International, 3rd Iowa State Fair.

Spungold-R Poppy’s Petal-ET 68313077 Born 03/05/13

3rd Eastern National, 6th International, 1st & Res. Jr. Champion NY Spring Show, 1st NY State Fair. Breeder: Nick Raggi and Dale & Deanna Bendig, Gettysburg, PA Owner: Aaron Sparling, Ralston, PA

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Winter Yearlings (8)

Arb-Flo-Spr Legacy Paisley EXP 68312572 Born 01/07/13

Cherrywood Rubens Maya EXP ET 68313018 Born 12/21/12

Owner: Emily Wingert, Chambersburg, PA

Aberdeen, SD Owner: Eric Seifert, Browerville, MN

1st Eastern National. Breeder: Jamie Arbaugh, Union Bridge, MD

Echo Farm McCoy Holy Moly 68312452 Born 12/29/12 1st Northeastern National.

Breeder: Shelly Schofield, Hinsdale, NH Owner: Kaylah Gulley, Greenwich, NY

2nd International, 1st MN State Fair. Breeder: Jacob Achen,

Innisfail RU Lady 304 EXP 68313035 Born 01/23/13

1st & Res. Junior Champion Winter National, 1st & Jr. Champion National Cattle Congress, 2nd IA State Fair. Breeder: John Stuart Rowe, Davis, CA Owner: Trevor Clawson, Ackley, IA

Lazy M RR Zeus Escalade 840003010357227 Born 12/03/12

Ourway IR Alsha Amber 12th EXP 68313052 Born 12/22/12

Sittzer, WI

Winton, Green Oaks, IL

3rd International, 1st IA State Fair, 1st IA Milking Shorthorn Show. Breeder & Owner: Lazy M Farm - Michael & Herman Maier,

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1st International, 1st & Jr. Champion NY State Fair, 1st NY Spring Show. Breeder: Dillon Lien, Brooklyn, WI Owner: Emily

Fall Yearlings (9)

Ecuafarm Adventure Nevada 71600658 Born 09/20/12

HC-HP Moonshine Sherry 68313516 Born 09/17/12

Breeder: Fabian Almeida, Cleburne, TX Owner: Morgan Sageser, Shelbyville, KY

Breeder & Owner: Keith & Donnette Fisher, New Enterprise, PA

1st Winter National, 2nd KY State Fair.

Ourway Logic Alisha 11th 68313053 Born 09/08/12 3rd International, 2nd WI State Fair.

Breeder & Owner: Dillon Lien, Brooklyn, WI

1st Eastern National.

Roth Regal Breeze Bristol Born 09/01/12

5th International, 1st & Jr. Champion NE State Fair, 1st KS State Fair.

Breeder & Owner: Jonathan & Michelle Roth, Milford, NE

SAK Mocha Tierney 68313249 Born 09/02/12

2nd International, 1st & Junior Champion SD State Fair.

Breeder & Owner; Andy, Kara & Steven Paulson, Andover, SD

Topp-View Moonshine Alexa 68312042 Born: 09/02/12

1st & Res. Junior Champion International, 1st & Jr. Champion OH State Fair, 1st & Jr. Champion OH Spring Show.

Breeder & Owner: Keaton, Kinley & Madelyn Topp, Botkins, OH

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Yearlings in Milk (2)

HC-HP Moonshine Spinner-ET 68313515 Born 09/13/12

Kingsdale-MD Nicole 68313976 Born 09/23/12

Breeder & Exhibitor: Keith & Donnette Fisher, New Enterprise, PA Owner: Steven Wood, Greenwood, WI

Breeder & Owner: Mikes-Dar Farm & Kingsdale Farm, Harvard, IL

1st International, 2nd Eastern National.

2nd International.

In Memorium William R. “Bill” Harris 77, of

Decatur, formerly of Dalton City, Illinois, passed away Friday, December 26, 2014.

Bill was born July 19, 1937, in Macon County, Illinois, the son of Ralph and Olive (Ahlrich) Harris. He married Shirley A. (Weidner) Fiesler on June 30, 1957. He retired as a superintendent from Caterpillar after forty years of service with the company. Bill also was a farmer in the Dalton City area and was a home builder. Bill was a member of the Mt. Zion Presbyterian Church and was a Master Mason in The Great Light Lodge. He went on to become a 32nd degree Mason and a member of the Ansar Shrine. He also had served as the secretary-treasurer of the Endowment Fund of the American Milking Shorthorn Society.

Surviving is his wife Shirley of Decatur; son Dr. William Fiesler of Decatur; brother Mike Harris and his wife Carol of Monticello; sisters Lou Hyland and her husband Don of Mt. Zion, Jan Stocks and her husband Bill of Mt. Zion; and Ruth Bobbit and her husband Terry of Dalton City.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

A service was held Wednesday, December 31, 2014. Memorials may be made to the Shriners Children’s Hospital or the American Milking Shorthorn Society Endowment Fund.

Denise Lynne Geiwitz Whiting,

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her daughter Bridget Wednesday, December 17 in Edinburg.

Her biggest accomplishments in life were her grandchildren and she never shied away from a battle.

Denise was born February 14, 1956, to Lawrence Andrew “Tony” Geiwitz and Arlene Lytle Geiwitz.

She graduated from Wilmington High School in 1974.

Denise retired from the New Castle Post Office as a mail carrier after many years.

She had been involved with the community youth softball league as a coach and umpire.

Denise was an agricultural enthusiast and involved in founding the Mid-Atlantic Milking Shorthorn Society. She was very active in the Beaver-Lawrence County Dairy Promotion for several years. In 1996, she became a director of the All-American Dairy Show and later in September of 2013 she was honored with the Image Award that is voted on by her peers for the outstanding promotion of the All-American Dairy Show.

Her passion was her farm "Designer Gene’s" and showing at the county, state and national dairy cattle shows. She also served on the board of the Farmers Cheese Co-op in New Wilmington.

She was a member of the Leesburg ECO Presbyterian Church and had previously been a member of the Pulaski Presbyterian Church.

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Pearl Krause passed away on December 16, 2014.

Pearl was born on February 18, 1923, in Leslie Township near Osakis, Minnesota.

She graduated from Clarissa High School and Minneapolis Business College. She was united in marriage to Harold Krause on June 22, 1946. They made their home on the family farm west of Eagle Bend. Pearl was a loving wife and mother to her six children. She enjoyed traveling with Harold, spending winters in Mission, Texas, reading, journaling, quilting, playing cards, and tending her many flower gardens. Pearl was also the bookkeeper for the family farm, and a member of the Kitchen Klatter Band, Ladies Aid, and many other community clubs.

Pearl is survived by Harold, her loving husband of 68 years; children Elaine Sommer, Center City, MN, Norman (Julie) Krause, Staples, MN, Dianne (Randy) LaVoie, Clarissa, MN, Curtis (Louanne) Krause, Como, TX, and Karen (Mark) Swenson, Plymouth, MN; brothers Harold (Ardella) Triebenbach, and Bob (Marilou) Triebenbach; brother-in-law Harland Kuhlman; 15 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.

Pearl was preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Bertha Triebenbach; daughter Lorna Krause; brothers Paul, Edwin, Lawrence and Fritz; and sisters Esther and Hazel.

The funeral service for Pearl Krause, of Eagle Bend, was held on Saturday, December 20.

Junior Two-Year-Olds (9)

Cobyrock PPA Lizzy 68311594 Born 06/20/12

Daysland Acres Prince Dior 68312467 Born 06/25/12

Breeder: John R. Tryon, Cobleskill, NY Owner: Bonnie Tryon, Cobleskill, NY

Breeder & Owner: Katie Albaugh, Walkersville, MD

Ecuafarm Zues Patty EXP 68316232 Born: 03/10/12

GMC Kaiser Lady 1203 68310081 Born 03/07/12

1st Northeastern National, 1st NY State Fair.

2nd Winter National.

1st & Res. Intermediate Champion Winter National, 2nd International, 3rd WI State Fair. Breeder: Fabian Almeida, Cleburne, TX Exhibitor: Owen Halpin, Kempton, IL

Breeder: Lindsey Clark, Cornish Flat, NH Owner: Jayden Andrews, Mansfield, PA

Innisfail-WO Mega Ladyluck ET 840003010356945

North Stars Dakotas Parti-EXP 68311613 Born 06/08/12

1st International.

Breeder: Michael Pederson, Braham, MN Owner: Christopher Pederson, Braham, MN

Born: 06/12/12

Breeder: John Stuart Rowe & Katie Bue, Davis, CA Owner: Lazy M Farm - Michael & Herman Maier, Stitzer, WI

1st Eastern National.

3rd International, 1st MN State Fair, 2nd IA State Fair.

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Senior Two-Year-Olds (6)

Corstar Lovely Lady EXP ET 71065485 Born 12/02/11

1st, Int. & Res. Grand Champ. International; 1st National Futurity; 2nd MN State Fair.

Breeder & Owner: Cory Salzl, Litchfield, MN

HC-HP Red Rob Fireball-EXP-ET 68309898 Born 09/01/11

1st Eastern National, 9th International, 2nd NY Spring Show.

Breeder: Keith A & Donnette F Fisher, New Enterprise, PA Owner: Peter Vail & Hillpoint Partners, Copake, NY

Innisfail CY Lady 212 68311646 Born 02/05/12

1st & Res. Int. Champion Northeast National, 5th International, 2nd National Futurity. Breeder: John Stuart Rowe, Davis, CA Owner: Lailah J Clark, Cornish Flat, NH

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Hard Core Othello Margarita-ET 68311587 Born 09/25/11

1st & Int. Champion Winter National, 2nd Eastern National, 7th International.

Breeder & Owner: Keith & Donnette Fisher, New Enterprise, PA

Innisfail CY Constance 215 68312291 Born 02/09/12

4th International, 2nd Indiana State Fair.

Breeder: John Stuart Rowe, Davis, CA Owner: Kyla Jarvis of B-D-F Farms, Cory, IN

Mysha-WO McCinnamon-ET 68309458 Born 09/03/11

8th International; 1st, Int. & Grand Champ. MN State Fair.

Breeder & Owner: Mysha Herd & Katie Bue, Alma Center, WI

Junior Three-Year-Olds (7)

Echo Farm McCoy Shelby 68308500 Born 06/02/11

1st, Int. & Res. Grand Champion Northeast National.

Breeder: Gordy Schofield, Hinsdale, NH Owner: Bethany Hodge, Hinsdale, NH

Innisfail JB Lady 121 68310255 Born 04/04/11

3rd International, 1st IA State Fair, 2nd & HM Intermediate Champion MN State Fair. Breeder: John Stuart Rowe, Davis, CA Owner: Steven Wood, Greenwood, WI

Kuszmar Megadeth Poppy 68308368 Born 03/30/11

Michaels Nitro Chili 68308644 Born 03/06/11

North Stars Mega Peanut EXP ET 68307957 Born 03/02/11

R-Generation Poker Miley EXP 6830832 Born 03/25/11

Breeder: North Star, Braham, MN Owner: Cory Salzl, Litchfield, MN

Breeder & Owner: Jason & Jessica Kennedy, R-Generation Farm, Cochranton, PA

1st, Int. & Grand Champion Eastern National; 1st, Res. Int. & HM 1st & HM Int. Champ. Winter National, 5th International, 1st & Res. Grand Champion International, 1st & HM Grand Champion NY Spring Grand Champion KY State Fair. Breeder: Michael and Herman Maier, Show. Breeder & Owner: John P. & Marjorie A. Kuszlyk, Batavia, NY Stitzer, WI Owner: Jeremy Kinslow & Kurt Wolf, Smiths Grove, KY

2nd & HM Int. Champion International, 1st International Futurity, 1st, Res. Int. & Res. Grand Champion MN State Fair.

2nd Eastern National, 4th International.

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Senior Three-Year-Olds(10)

Cates Ruben Tulsa-Time EXP 68307743 Born 09/05/10

GMC Zeus Jaime EXP 68306937 Born 10/05/10

2nd & HM Int. Champion Eastern National, 2nd International, 1st & Grand Champion NH State Show.

1st & Res. Int. Champ. Northeast National, 6th International, 2nd International Futurity. Breeder: Justin John Clark,

Halpin’s Gracie 2nd 68308212 Born 12/10/10

Homestead S.S. Maggie-Mae 68316109 Born 09/03/10

Breeder & Owner: Peter Cate, Warren, NH

1st & Res. Int. Champ. Eastern National, 1st & HM Int. Champ. International, 1st Winter National.

Cornish Flat, NH Owner: Lindsey M Clark, Cornish Flat, NH

3rd International, 1st MN State Fair.

Breeder & Owner: Arne L. Poser & Sons, New York Mills, MN

Breeder & Owner: Amy Halpin of Halpin Farms, Cullom, IL

Michaels Lothario Ginger 68308545 Born 12/02/10

Ourway Alishas Angel 9th EXP 68308935 Born 09/07/10

Breeder & Owner: Michael Maier, Stitzer, WI

Breeder & Owner: Dillon Lien, Brooklyn, WI

2nd Winter National, 5th International.

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3rd Winter National.

Four-Year-Olds (10)

B-D-F Lothario Tammy 68305946 Born 09/02/09 5th International, 2nd IN State Fair.

Breeder: Dallas Butts of B-D-F Farms, Cory, IN Owner: Kyla Jarvis of B-D-F Farms, Cory, IN

Halpin’s Rosalie 2nd EXP 68306963 Born 06/16/10

2nd International, 2nd Winter National, 3rd Eastern National, 1st IL State Fair. Breeder: Amy Halpin of Halpin Farms, Cullom, IL Owner: Andrew Rice of Halpin Farm, Sheldon, IL

Lands-Brook MVF L Claire ET 68306012 Born 06/19/10

Mapleton Vly Alad Zena 68305260 Born 03/13/10

Breeder: Jordan Landsgard, St. Olaf, IA Owner: Mapleton Valley Farms, Oconomowoc, WI

Breeder & Owner: Mapleton Valley Farms, Oconomowoc, WI

1st International.

Millcreek Frolic Ambrosia 68304142 Born 09/29/09 1st Eastern National.

Breeder & Owner: Treven Andrews, Mansfield, PA

3rd International.

Redien Acres JR 68305686 Born 03/08/10

1st, Sr. & Grand Champion Winter National; 1st, Sr. & Grand Champion OH State Fair. Breeder: John & Elizabeth Neider, Carrollton, OH Owner: Jacob Baker, Homeworth, OH

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Five-Year-Olds(6)

Halpins Ruthanne 68302830 Born 03/28/09

1st, Res. Sr. & Res. Grand Champion Winter National; 2nd International; 3rd Eastern National; 1st, Sr. & Grand Champion IL State Fair. Breeder: Michael Halpin, Cullom, IL Owner: Elizabeth Rice, Kempton, IL

Innisfail ST Emily 864 EXP 68403585 Born 09/20/08

1st, Sr. & Grand Champion Northeast National; 3rd International. Breeder: Emily B. Rowe, Davis, CA Owner: Emily Syndicate - Bartlett, Clark, Rowe & Von Tungeln, Cornish Flat, NH

R-Generation Othellos Lust-EXP 68306856 Born 10/15/08

1st & Res. Sr. Champion International; 1st & Sr. Champion Eastern National.

Breeder & Owner: Jason & Jessica Kennedy, Cochranton, PA

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Innisfail RO Lady 906 EXP 68305788 Born 01/24/09

2nd, Res. Sr. & Res. Grand Champion Northeast National; 4th International. Breeder: John Stuart Rowe, Davis, CA Owner: Brooke Morgan Clark, Cornish Flat, NH

Kuszmar Arkansas Mud-EXP 68302066 Born 09/02/08

2nd Eastern National; 1st, Sr. & Grand Champion NY Spring Show. Breeder & Owner: Steven W. & Susan M. Kuszlyk, Holley, NY

Sageser Clay Penny 68302237 Born 09/11/08

2nd Winter National, 1st Kentucky State Fair.

Breeder: Morgan & Jessica Sageser, Shelbyville, KY Owner: Morgan Sageser, Shelbyville, KY

Aged Cows (8)

Blue Spruce HTA Melody Mya 471000069 Born 06/01/07

2nd International, 1st & Res. Grand Champ. OH State Fair.

Breeder & Owner: Blue Spruce Farm, New Holland, OH

Hard Core MRB Lizzie 463648 Born 07/22/05

Halpins IH 68302355 Born 06/02/08

4th International, 4th Winter National, 4th Eastern National Breeder: Amy Halpin, Cullom, IL Owner: Samantha Ropp, Strawn, IL

Hard Core Rebel Rockette 68300475 Born 03/16/08

1st, Res. Sr. & HM Grand Champ. Eastern National; 2nd Lifetime Merit Cow International. Breeder: Ashley & Kristen Fisher,

1st, Sr. & Grand Champ. International; 1st Winter National; 1st, Sr. & Grand Champion IN State Fair. Breeder: Chriselle

Innisfail RO Lady 7088 471000511 Born 12/03/07

NT O-Me-O-My Lady 655575997 Born 03/14/08

New Enterprise, PA Owner: Allen Hess & Keith Fisher, Smithsburg, MD

2nd Winter National; 1st, Sr. & Grand Champion KY State Fair; 2nd, Res. Sr. & Res. Grand Champion IN State Fair; 2nd, Res. Sr. & HM Grand Champion OH State Fair. Breeder: John Stuart Rowe,

Fisher, New Enterprise, PA Owner: Cor-Bloo Syndicate, Cory, IN

6th International, 1st MN State Fair.

Breeder & Owner: Nix-Thyen, Grove City, MN

Davis, CA Owner: Logan Lattire of Twilite Farms, Cincinnati, OH

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Lifetime Merit (2)

Hard Core Ace Roxy-EXP 464744 Born 03/04/06

Innisfail RO Lady 7088 471000511 Born 12/03/07

Breeder & Owner: Keith & Donnette Fisher, New Enterprise, PA

Breeder: John Stuart Rowe, Davis, CA Owner: Logan Lattire of Twilite Farms, Cincinnati, OH

1st Eastern National, 1st & Grand Champ. NY Spring Show.

1st & HM Sr. Champion International Show.

Best Three Females (2)

Halpin’s Gracie 2nd, Halpin’s Rosalie 2nd EXP, Halpin’s Ruthanne 1st International, 1st Winter National, 4th Eastern National Bred by: Halpins Farm, Cullom, IL

North Star Dakotas Parti-EXP, North Stars Mega Jalapena, North Stars Jamaica-EXP 4th International, 1st MN State Fair, 3rd IA State Fair Bred by: Brian Pederson, Braham, MN

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Spring Heifer Calves (6) Junior

Breezy Ridge Kandi EXP 68315282 Born 03/12/14

3rd International Jr. Show, 1st & Res. Jr. Champion National Cattle Congress Jr. Show, 1st Youth Classic.

Breeder & Owner: Rachel Hefel, Epworth, IA

Buckeye Knoll Poker Paradise 68315550 Born 03/06/14

2nd Eastern National Jr. Show, 4th Winter National Jr. Show, 6th International Jr. Show, 2nd OH State Fair Jr. Show, 2nd National Heifer Show.

Breeder & Owner: Sarah Rhoades, Greenville, OH

Designer Gene’s PF Connie 68315609 Born 03/03/14

1st Eastern National Jr. Show, 2nd International Jr. Show, 1st PA State 4-H Show. Breeder: Yannasse, Bridget R. Whiting, Pulaski, PA Owner: Callie M Whiting, Pulaski, PA

GMC DL Dairybar EXP 68315084 Born 03/01/14

1st International Jr. Show, 1st Northeast National Jr. Show, 1st & Res. Jr. Champion NH State Show, 1st & HM Jr. Champion National Heifer Show.

Breeder & Owner: Brooke Morgan Clark, Cornish Flat, NH

Ri-Valley Lucky Alfalfa 68316183 Born 03/10/14

2nd Winter National Jr. Show, 3rd Eastern National Jr. Show.

Breeder & Owner: David Riley, East Earl, PA

Ruhls Ranch Zeus Ruby 68315169 Born 03/15/14

1st Winter National Jr. Show, 5th International Jr. Show.

Breeder & Owner: Amanda Ruhl, Abingdon, IL

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Winter Heifer Calves (5) Junior

GMC Kaiser Dallas ET 68314536 Born 12/02/13

Hard Core Premium Viper-EXP 68315289 Born 12/31/13

1st & Jr. Champion Northeast National Jr. Show, 2nd International Jr. Show, 1st & Jr. Champion NH State Show.

2nd Eastern National Jr. Show, 2nd & Res. Jr. Champion PA State Jr. Show. Breeder: Keith & Donnette Fisher, New Enterprise,

Breeder & Owner: Brooke Morgan Clark, Cornish Flat, NH

PA Owner: Josiah Mowry, New Enterprise, PA

Gold Mine EBR Kiera 195-EXP 68314771 Born 12/08/13

R-Generation Logic Emily-EXP 840003012524418 Born 12/18/13

4th International Jr. Show, 1st IA State Fair Jr. Show, 1st & Jr. Champion MN State Fair 4-H Show, 1st & Supreme Jr. Champion South East MN Youth Show, 2nd IA Youth Classic. Breeder:

1st International Jr. Show, 1st Eastern National Jr. Show, 1st PA State 4-H Show. Breeder: Jessica & Jason Kenendy, Cochranton, PA Owner: Olivia F Kennedy, Cochranton, PA

Nathan & Jody Nus, Arlington, IA Owner: Alexis Williams of WestWill Farms, Mable, MN

Twilite R-Star Pink Tulip 840003005310997 Born 12/03/13

1st Winter National Jr. Show, 3rd International Jr. Show.

Breeder: Lattires Twilite Farm, Lawrenceburg, IN Owner: Kiersten Lattire, Lawrenceburg, IN

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Fall Heifer Calves (4) Junior

Gibbs Liriano Capene EXP ET 68314802 Born 09/06/13

2nd International Jr. Show, 2nd Winter National Jr. Show.

Breeder: Lincoln Gibbs, Epworth, IA Owner: Taylor Graves, Perryville, KY

PD Presto Don’t Be Jealous 68316122 Born 09/02/13

1st & Jr. Champion International Jr. Show; 1st & Res. Jr. Champion Winter National Jr. Show; 1st, Jr Champion & Supreme Jr. Champion Ozark Empire Fair.

North Star Jacks Lady 148

68314328 Born 09/01/13

5th International Jr. Show, 1st IA State Fair Jr. Show, 1st MN State Fair Jr. Show, 1st & Jr. Champion National Heifer Show. Breeder: North Star, Braham, MN Owner: Michael Pederson, Braham, MN

Wildholm Sunflower Gold EXP 72401853 Born 09/05/13

1st Eastern National Jr. Show, 9th International Jr. Show.

Breeder: Emily Monnat & Elizabeth A Fleming, Dryden, NY Owner: Madisyn Wright, DeKalb Jct., NY

Breeder & Owner: Tucker Peterson, Mountain Grove, MO

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Milking Shorthorn show and sale. When this event was discontinued it left a void that is currently unfilled. I would love for a state or regional Milking Shorthorn group to restart a dual-purpose, cow-calf, and native show and sale. I think it could be very successful with the current demand and price of beef.

Maybe this is an AMSS responsibility and opportunity? Food for thought...

We are having our 2nd Annual Online National Sale this year March 11-14. We think this is a great opportunity for breeders to market their animals, embryos, and semen with a minimal amount of work and a very low commission rate. All Milking Shorthorn registered animals are eligible for this sale including bulls and Genetic Expansion

animals that might not otherwise be eligible at other sales.

How do you move a mountain? One rock at a time. And it is not a mountain, it is a small hill and we have a great product which is easy to sell. We can get there and we will get there.

For the love of the Red, White and Roan, ~ Casey

Advertising Deadline for Spring 2015 Milking Shorthorn Journal March 6 Featuring the All-American & Spring Sale Consignments Contact Jade to talk about your marketing strategy email: purebred.sales@gmail.com 614.339.5394

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Summer Yearlings (3) Junior

Lazy M Pirelli Excitment EXP 84000301213604 Born 06/10/13 1st International Jr Show, 1st Winter National Jr Show, 1st WI State Fair Jr Show.

Breeder: Michael & Herman Maier, Stitzer, WI Owner: Mena Schmitt, Sun Prairie, WI

North Star Jacks Cocoa 68314322 Born 06/04/13

2nd International Jr. Show, 1st IA State Fair Jr. Show, 1st MN State Fair Jr. Show, 1st National Heifer Show.

Breeder & Owner: Michael Pederson, Braham, MN

North Star Jacks Edda 146 68314326 Born 08/10/13

1st & Res. Jr. Champion Eastern National Jr Show, 3rd Winter National Jr Show, 4th International Jr Show, 1st & Res. Jr. Champion OH State Fair Jr Show.

Breeder: North Star Milking Shorthorns, Braham, MN Owner: Sarah Rhoades, Greenville, OH

World Dairy Expo Announces 2015 Judges Submitted by World Dairy Expo

World Dairy Expo’s slate of sixteen dairy cattle judges is now complete. Each of the eight shows will have a team of two experienced judges to evaluate, sort and rank each class. More than 1,200 dairy cattle exhibitors will bring more than 2,500 head of their very best cattle to Expo. These judges will select the Grand Champions of seven breeds that will vie for Supreme Champion of World Dairy Expo during the closing ceremony.

World Dairy Expo Dairy Cattle Judges for 2015 include: International Ayrshire Show Lead Judge: Mary Creek, Hagerstown, MD Associate: Selwyn Donald, Featherston, New Zealand

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International Brown Swiss Show Lead Judge: Paul Trapp, Taylor, WI Associate: Tom Foss, Cambridge, MN

International Milking Shorthorn Show Lead Judge: Allyn Paulson, Arlington, WI Associate: Mike Halpin, Kempton, IL

International Guernsey Show Lead Judge: Lynn Harbaugh, Marion, WI Associate: Kevin Jorgensen, Waupun, WI

International Red & White Show Lead Judge: Pat Conroy, Angola, IN Associate: Joël Lepage, Amqui, QC CAN World Dairy Expo is recognized as the meeting place for the global dairy industry.

More than 70,000 dairy producers and industry experts from 90 countries travel to Madison, Wisconsin, each year to experience the renowned Trade Show, Virtual Farm Tours, Expo Seminars and exciting youth competitions. World Dairy Expo’s theme is “Dairy in our DNA” and it will be held Sept. 29 through Oct. 3, 2015. Visit worlddairyexpo.com, follow us on Facebook or Twitter @WDExpo or #WDE15 for more information.

International Holstein Show Lead Judge: Nathan Thomas, Cable, OH Associate: Eddie Bue, Fithian, IL International Junior Holstein Show Lead Judge: Chad Ryan, Fond du Lac, WI Associate: Jamie Black, Constable, NY International Jersey Show Lead Judge: Michael Heath, Westminster, MD Associate: Wayne Stiles, Westminster, MD

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Spring Yearlings (5) Junior

Blue Moon Pirelli Inca 68315008 Born 05/05/13 2nd International Jr. Show.

Breeder: Hannah Gesing, Waukon, IA Owner: Faith Palmer, Waukon, IA

Buckeye Knoll Pattycake EXP ET 68313620 Born 03/01/13

1st & Jr. Champion Eastern National Jr. Show, 1st International Jr. Show, 1st National Heifer Show, 1st OH State Fair Jr Show.

Breeder & Owner: Hannah Rhoades, Greenville, OH

Corstar Dragon Attack EXP 72514258 Born 04/19/13

2nd Northeastern National Jr. Show, 2nd Winter National Jr. Show. Breeder: Cory Salzl, Litchfield, MN Owner: Courtney Gould,

Molehill Zeus Bellie 68312784 Born 03/05/13

1st Winter National Jr. Show, 1st KY State Fair Jr. Show.

Breeder & Owner: Taylor Graves, Perryville, KY

Salisbury, MA

Spungold R Poppy’s Petal-ET 68313077 Born 03/05/13

2nd Eastern National Jr. Show, 1st & Jr. Champion New York State Fair Jr. Show, 1st & Jr. Champion New York Spring Jr. Show. Breeder: Nick Raggi and Dale & Deanna Bendig, Gettysburg, PA Owner: Aaron Sparling, Ralston, PA

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Winter Yearlings (7) Junior

Bonanza-B Warlord Raven 68312268 Born 12/01/12

2nd International Jr. Show, 2nd Winter National Jr. Show, 1st IN State Fair Jr Show.

Breeder: Isaac Smithson, Ridgeville, IN Owner: Kaylin Luck, Ridgeville, IN

Echo Farm McCoy Holy Moly 68312452 Born 12/29/12 1st Northeast National Jr. Show.

Owner: Eric Seifert, Browerville, MN

Gold Mine Velocity 140 TW 68312343 Born 12/05/12

4th Winter National Jr. Show, 2nd IN State Fair Jr. Show.

Breeder: Shelly Schofield, Hinsdale, NH Owner: Kaylah Gulley, Greenwich, NY

Breeder: Nathan & Jody Nus, Arlington, IA Owner: Isaac Smithson, Ridgeille, IN

Innisfail RU Lady 304 EXP 68313035 Born 01/23/13

Pine-Valley Lir Jae-Pea 67168822 Born 12/15/12

1st & Jr. Champ. Winter National Jr. Show, 1st & Jr. Champ.

National Cattle Congress Jr. Show, 1st IA State Fair Jr. Show.

Breeder: John Stuart Rowe, Davis, CA Owner: Trevor Clawson, Ackley, IA

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Cherrywood Rubens Maya EXP ET 68313018 Born 12/21/12

1st & Res. Jr. Champion International Jr. Show, 1st MN State Fair Jr. Show. Breeder: Jacob Achen, Aberdeen, SD

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3rd International Jr. Show.

Breeder & Owner: Jessica James, Mineral Point, WI

Fall Yearlings (4) Junior

LaLu Zeus Raylee 68312151 Born 10/17/12

Millcreek RR Zeus Apple 68311870

Breeder: Sara Halliburton, Sparta, TN Owner: Kaylin Luck of Bonanza-B Farms, Ridgeville, IN

Breeder: Jayden Andrews, Mansfield, PA Owner: Treven Andrews, Mansfield, PA

3rd International Jr. Show, 3rd IN State Fair Jr. Show.

Miss Titan Paris 68312951 Born 09/16/12

1st International Jr. Show, 2nd Winter National Jr. Show, 2nd IN State Fair Jr. Show, 2nd National Convention.

Breeder: Landrum & Gregory, Guilford, IN Owner: Ryan Ritchie, Selma, IN

1st Eastern National Jr. Show.

North Stars Raider Bayonet-EXP 68312051 Born 09/08/12

2nd International Jr. Show, 1st National Heifer Show, 1st MN State Fair Jr. Show, 2nd IA State Fair Jr Show.

Breeder: North Star Milking Shorthorns, Braham, MN Owner: Christopher Pederson, Braham, MN

Ecuafarm Adventure Nevada 71600658 Born 09/20/12 1st Winter National Jr. Show.

Breeder: Fabian Almeida, Cleburne, TX Owner: Morgan Sageser, Shelbyville, KY

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Junior Two-Year-Olds (6) Junior

Buckeye Knoll Lira Pickles EXP 68310554 Born 05/10/12

2nd Eastern National Jr. Show, 3rd Winter National Jr. Show, 5th International Jr. Show, 3rd OH State Fair Jr. Show.

Breeder & Owner: Sarah Rhoades, Greenville, OH

Ecuafarm Zues Patty EXP 68316232 Born 03/10/12

GMC Kaiser Lady 1203 68310081 Born 03/07/12

Breeder: Fabian Almeida, Cleburne, TX Owner: Owen Halpin, Kempton, IL

Breeder: Lindsey Clark, Cornish Flat, NH Owner: Jayden Andrews, Mansfield, PA

1st International Jr. Show, 1st Winter National Jr. Show.

North Star Dakotas Parti EXP 68311613 Born 06/08/12

2nd International Jr. Show, 1st MN State Fair Jr. Show, 2nd IA State Fair Jr. Show. Breeder: Michael Pederson, Braham, MN Owner: Christopher Pederson, Braham, MN

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Buckeye Knoll Phenomenal EXP 68310555 Born 05/10/12

1st, Int. & Grand Champion Eastern National Jr. Show, 2nd Winter National Jr. Show, 6th International Jr. Show, 1st OH State Fair Jr. Show. Breeder: Douglas Rhodes, Greenville, Ohio Owner: Sam Rhoades, Greenville, OH

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3rd Eastern National Jr. Show.

North Stars Mega Jalapena 68311604 Born 04/10/12

3rd International Jr. Show, 1st, Res. Int. & Res. Grand Champion IA State Fair Jr. Show, 2nd MN State Fair Jr. Show. Breeder: North Star, Braham, MN Owner: Michael Pederson, Braham, MN

Senior Two-Year-Olds (4) Junior

Innisfail CY Constance 215 68312291

1st International Jr. Show, 1st & Grand Champion IN State Fair Jr. Show. Breeder: John Stuart Rowe, Davis, CA Owner: Kyla Jarvis of B-D-F Farm, Cory, IN

Purple Fever DG Alfredo 70314903 Born 09/23/11 1st Eastern National Jr. Show.

Breeder: Purple Fever Cattle Co., Lowville, NY Owner: David Riley, East Earl, PA

North Star Getin Mega Jiggy ET 68309656 Born 09/01/11 1st Winter National Jr. Show, 3rd International Jr. Show.

Breeder: North Star Milking Shorthorns, Braham, MN Owner: Tucker Peterson, Mtn. Grove, MO

Thyen Nitro Athena 68311531 Born 02/02/12

2nd International Jr. Show, 1st SD State Fair 4-H Show.

Breeder & Owner: Alex Thyen, Waverly, SD

Correction Junior Members Jordan Elizabeth Staib, Chateaugay, NY Taylor L. Heeter, Shade Gap, PA

The Kuszlyk Cattle Co. ads in the last issue incorrectly listed Poppy as the Intermediate Champion at the International Show.

She was the Res. Int. Champion and HM Res. Grand. Also, North Stars Mega Peanut-EXP-ET did not list Cory Salzl as owner on the Megadeth ad. Purebred Publishing apologzies for any inconvenience these errors created.

Notice: Membership Renewal packets were mailed the week of January 12th. We apologize to the Associate Members whose names were left off the first mailing list - their packets were mailed Jan. 23 & 24. If you have NOT received your membership packet, please contact Junia immediately for her to send you one.

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Junior Three-Year-Olds (3) Junior

Hall’s Liriano Sherry-EXP 68308221 Born 03/23/11

1st & Res. Int. Champion Winter National Jr Show, 1st & Res. Grand Champion Fort Worth Stock Show. Breeder: Hunter Hall, Cushing, OK Owner: Leanne Van Der Laan, Frederick, OK

Innisfail JB Lady 121 68310255 Born 04/04/11

1st, Res. Sr. Champion & Res. Grand Champion International Jr. Show, 1st Iowa State Fair Jr. Show, 1st Minnesota State Fair Jr. Show. Breeder: John Stuart Rowe, Davis, CA Exhibitor: Michael Pederson, Braham, MN

North Stars Sandra 68309789 Born 06/24/11

2nd International Jr. Show, 2nd Minnesota State Jr. Show.

Breeder & Owner: Chirstopher Pederson, Braham, MN

Exec. cont. from pg. 4

bers were mistakenly left off the list. That error has been corrected and their packets have also been mailed. By now, everyone should have received their renewal packet. If you have not received a packet, please contact me. When you looked at your packet, you should have noticed that there were new forms and updated forms in the packet. For the updated forms, especially the registration applications, you can continue to use the old form if you already have them. If you are making copies of the form to fill out, please use the new form. There was also a form to be listed in AMSS’s special directories, please consider having your farm listed in this, there is no cost and it helps being able to know who to call on if I need information or where to send people looking for Milking Shorthorns. If you have any questions regarding any of the paperwork, please call me.

I have been working for all of you for eight months and I have learned a lot (and I have a lot more to learn) and I have tried to get things organized and getting work done on a timely basis. I am still working through

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various items, but I do feel that I am making headway. Unfortunately it all takes time and there never seems to be enough time in the days. In the coming months, I hope to be able to attend some of the state and regional meetings to meet more of you the breeders.

If there are any groups that would like me to attend your meeting, please let me know when it is and if my schedule allows, I would love to attend.

I do have some visions that I would love to see happen in the future. I would like to see more commercial herds owning and registering Milking Shorthorns. I would like to be more involved with the Native, Calf/Cow and Grazing segment of our breed. Finally, I would like the United States Milking Shorthorns to become more active in exporting to other countries through live animals, semen and/or embryos. I know that I won’t see that all happen in one year, but it is a future that I think as a breed we can strive for. These goals are ones that move our breed forward on all fronts.

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about my background and will I be around awhile. So I want to end my column this issue with my thoughts on that question. I hope to be with the American Milking Shorthorn Society for the long haul. This is not just a job to me. I believe in the Milking Shorthorn breed – I have since my Dad gave me that wrong-age all-white calf. I believe that the Milking Shorthorn cow is the most beautiful cow and I shed tears when a Milking Shorthorn leaves our farm. I remember doing a 4-H demonstration on the Milking Shorthorn breed when the slogan was “The breed that fills every need” and to be honest we may not use that slogan but today that slogan still applies. Milking Shorthorns are for the commercial dairyman, showman, cow/calf operations, grazers and Native herds. Folks, we have it all – we just have to convince others what our breed has to offer. To do that we have to BELIEVE that it is POSSIBLE. I believe we can grow our breed’s popularity, do you?

Milking Shorthorns – Breeding for Tomorrow Junia Isiminger, Executive Secretary

Senior Three-Year-Olds (6) Junior

Elron Red Pepper ET 68308872 Born 09/05/10

GMC Zeus Jaime EXP

68306937 Born 10/05/10

1st & Grand Champion Youth Fall Classic ,1st & HM Grand Champion IA State Fair Jr. Show, 1st & HM Grand Champion National Cattle Congress Jr Show. Breeder: Elron Farms, Lost

1st & HM Grand Champion Northeast National Jr. Show, 2nd International Jr. Show. Breeder: Justin John Clark, Cornish

Halpins Isabell 68308211 Born 09/04/10

Holy-AYR Logic Caylee 68308689 Born 10/02/10

Breeder & Owner: Samantha Ropp, Strawn, IL

Breeder: Kaly Heine, Helenville, WI Owner: Kaly, Dakota, Tyler & Noah Heine, Helenville, WI

Flat, NH Owner: Lindsey M Clark, Cornish Flat, NH

Nation, IA Owner: Robert Lang, Mc Gregor, IA

1st & Int. Champion Winter National Jr. Show, 3rd International Jr. Show.

Millcreek Logic Angel 68306987 Born 09/02/10

1st, Res. Int. & Res. Grand Champion Eastern National Jr. Show. Breeder & Owner: Treven Andrews, Mansfield, PA

1st International Jr. Show

Oak Pride Sam Hilde

68307215 Born 12/01/10

2nd Eastern National, 1st PA Jr. Dairy Show.

Breeder: Madison Knepp, Mohrsville, PA Owner: Mikayla Davis, Leesport, PA

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Four-Year-Olds (6) Junior

B-D-F Lothario Tammy 68305946 Born 09/02/09

1st International Jr. Show, 1st IN State Fair Jr. Show.

Breeder: Dallas Butts, Cory, IN Owner: Kyla Jarvis, Cory, IN

North Stars Jamaica-EXP 68306436 Born 04/14/10

Millcreek Frolic Ambrosia 68304142 Born 09/29/09

2nd & Res. Sr. Champion Eastern National Jr. Show.

Breeder & Owner: Treven Andrews, Mansfield, PA

Purple Idalee RR Zeva EXP ET 69303112 Born 03/11/10

2nd International Jr. Show, 1st Iowa State Fair Jr. Show, 1st Minnesota State Fair Jr. Show. Breeder: North Star, Braham, MN

2nd Winter National Jr. Show, 3rd International Jr. Show

Owner: Christopher Pederson, Braham, MN

Breeder: Purple Fever & Idalee Farms, Lowville, NY Owner: Taylor Graves, Perryville, KY

Redien Acres JR 68305686 Born 03/08/10

Springhill Moonshine Fire 68305413 Born 04/21/10

beth Neider, Carrollton, OH Owner: Jacob Baker, Homeworth, OH

Breeder: Springhill Farm Inc, Big Prairie, OH Owner: Jayden Andrews, Mansfield, PA

1st & Res. Grand Champion Winter National Jr. Show, 1st & Grand Champion Ohio State Fair Jr. Show. Breeder: John & Eliza34

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1st & Sr. Champion Eastern National Jr. Show.

Five-Year-Olds (2) Junior

Innisfail RO Lady 906 EXP 68305788 Born 01/24/09

1st, Sr. & Grand Champion International Jr. Show; 1st, Sr. & Grand Champion Northeast National Jr. Show. Breeder: John

Stuart Rowe, Davis, CA Owner: Brooke Morgan Clark, Cornish Flat, NH

Aged Cows (3)

Sageser Clay Penny 68302237 Born 09/11/08

1st Winter National Jr. Show, 1st KY State Fair Jr. Show.

Breeder: Morgan & Jessica Sageser, Shelbyville, KY Owner: Morgan Sageser, Shelbyville, KY

Junior

Halpins IH 68302355 Born 06/02/08

1st, Sr. & Grand Champion Winter National Jr. Show; 1st International Jr. Show. Breeder: Amy Halpin, Cullom, IL Owner: Samantha Ropp, Strawn, IL

Innisfail JO Lady 824 68301261 Born 04/29/08

1st & Res. Grand Champion Northeast National Jr. Show.

Breeder: John Stuart Rowe, Davis, CA Owner: Brooke Morgan Clark, Cornish Flat, NH

Innisfail RO Lady 7088 471000511 Born 12/03/07

2nd Winter National Jr. Show; 1st, Res. Sr. & Res. Grand Champion OH State Fair Jr. Show. Breeder: John Stuart Rowe, Davis, CA Owner: Logan Lattire, Lawrenceburg, IN

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ALL-AMERICAN JUDGING CONTEST $250 IN CASH PRIZES

Cash prizes totaling $250.00 will be awarded as follows: First, $50.00; second, $35.00; third, $25.00 fourth, $15.00; fifth and sixth, $10.00 each; and seventh, $5.00. There will be no age divisions among contestants. FAMILY: Consist of at least three members of the immediate family, must be mailed as one group. Winners will be figured on the average score of the team. Prizes awarded will be: First, $50.00; second, $30.00; and third, $20.00.

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AMSS Honor Roll 800 Pounds Fat and 700 Pounds Protein Cows November - December 2014

MANDERFELD COWBOY JINGER EXP P 68305453 '+81 ' F + V V + 4/00 305 3X 31870 3.0 958F 3.1 999P Sire: GE KULP-GEN PJ COWBOY-ET Dam: MANDERFELD IVANHOE JOLLY 2times Herd & Owner: MANDERFELD, BERNARD-- FARIBAULT, MN MANDERFELD IVANHOE JOLLY 466504 '+84 ' V V V G + 7/00 305 3X 28900 2.8 819F 3.0 864P Sire: MANDERFELD OTHELLO IVANHOE Dam: MANDERFELD JERRI JEALOUSY-EXP 3times Herd & Owner: MANDERFELD, BERNARD-- FARIBAULT, MN MANDERFELD FREDRICK LEO 68309635 '+80 ' G V + + G 2/02 305 3X 23870 4.1 976F 3.4 823P Sire: ROCKING WS KOURTS FREDRICK ET Dam: MANDERFELD LILYHILL LEA Herd & Owner: MANDERFELD, BERNARD-- FARIBAULT, MN MAPLETON VLY JULIUS FOXY 466166 'E90 ' E E E E V 6/10 305 26570 3.9 1044F 2.9 768P Sire: MAPLETON VLY REBEL JULIUS-ET Dam: MAPLETON VLY AC FESTIVE 3times Herd: MAPLETON VALLEY FARMS-- OCONOMOWOC, WI Owner: AGNEW, THOMAS AND KEELY-- NORTH LAKE, WI VALLEY VIEW SARAH 1416 EXP 66443033 'V85 ' V E V V + 5/01 299 3X 25900 2.9 757F 2.9 746P Sire: MAPLETON VLY MS FONTANA Dam: VALLEY VIEW MEG 708 Herd: CRAWLEY, TIM-- GRAVETTE, AR Owner: CRAWLEYS VALLEY VIEW FARMS-- GRAVETTE, AR MANDERFELD LOGIC MAGENTA 68307986 '+84 ' V V + + + 3/00 267 3X 20190 4.6 933F 3.5 699P Sire: GMC REBEL LOGIC-ET Dam: MANDERFELD MISTELTOE MAGGIE Herd & Owner: MANDERFELD, BERNARD-- FARIBAULT, MN MANDERFELD PLAYBOY SANETTE 68310581 'V85 ' V V V + V 1/11 305 3X 21800 3.9 840F 3.1 681P Sire: SPUNGOLD-R CD PLAYBOY ET Dam: MANDERFELD HASHEIDER SANFORD Herd & Owner: MANDERFELD, BERNARD-- FARIBAULT, MN MANDERFELD IVAHNOE SANTANA 466502 '+81 ' V + + + G 7/02 305 3X 18850 4.3 813F 3.4 647P Sire: MANDERFELD OTHELLO IVANHOE Dam: MANDERFELD KASSY SANNA 3times Herd & Owner: MANDERFELD, BERNARD-- FARIBAULT, MN ROVIN MEGA RUBY 2 68305121 'V88 ' V V E V V 4/01 288 20910 4.3 898F 3 624P Sire: KUSZMAR MEGADETH Dam: ROVIN RITA LEADER RUBY Herd: ROVIN ACRES-- HIXTON, WI Owner: RUZIC, CAROL-- HIXTON, WI WEISSMANN HASH CLOVER 68306957 'V85 ' + V + V V 3/03 305 19440 4.2 814F 3.2 623P Sire: HASHEIDERS KEEP THE CASH Dam: WEISSMANN K-CLAY CRICKET Herd & Owner: WEISSMANN, J & E FARMS -- CALLICOON CENTER, NY

AMSS Genetic Expansion November - December 2014 Honor Roll Junior Two Year Olds 18921 Milk, 661 Fat, 607 Protein ActuaL GE GMC FROLIC 68316760 'NC' 2-03 305 21520 4.2 899F 3 639P

Sire: VINRA PEERLESS FROLIC Dam : GRADE HOLSTEIN Herd & Owner: CLARK, GREGORY A. & MARCIA L. -- CORNISH FLAT, NH GI2 GOLD MINE EBR SHIA 067 68309641 'NC' 2-03 305 19250 3.5 676F 3 582P Sire: SPUNGOLD-R CD PLAYBOY ET Dam : GOLD MINE EBROSE SILVER 564 Herd & Owner: NUS, NATHAN & JODY-- ARLINGTON, IA

AMSS Herdbook November- December 2014 Honor Roll Yearlings 15675 Milk, 558 Fat, 492 Protein Actual

MANDERFELD PLAYBOY SANETTE 68310581 'V85' V V V + V 1-11 305 21800 3.9 840F 3.1 681P Sire: SPUNGOLD-R CD PLAYBOY GE GOLD MINE SN LUTHER 068 P 68309642 'V86' V V V + V Dam : MANDERFELD HASHEIDER SANFORD 2-02 305 18250 3.9 717F 3.2 582P Herd & Owner: MANDERFELD, BERNARD-- FARIBAULT, MN Sire: GE GOLD MINE DIMOND DEUCE Dam : GE GOLD MINE SN LONNA 928 VALLEY VIEW BELLA 1870 EXP 70926242 '+82' + + + G + Herd & Owner: NUS, NATHAN & JODY-- ARLINGTON, IA 1-11 305 17700 3.9 683F 3.2 574P Sire: SAK MOCHA TITAN EXP Junior Three Yr Olds Dam : VALLEY VIEW BRIDGET 1557 EXP 21278 Milk, 750 Fat, 663 Protein Actual Herd: CRAWLEY, TIM-- GRAVETTE, AR Owner: CRAWLEYS VALLEY VIEW FARMS-- GRAVETTE, AR GE GMC FROLIC 68316760 'NC' 3-05 305 23350 3.5 828F 2.9 679P FAWNWOOD MOONSHINE TAB 1851 67451851 'NC' Sire: VINRA PEERLESS FROLIC 1-11 275 17390 3.3 578F 2.8 489P Dam : GRADE HOLSTEIN Sire: HARDCORE OTHELLO MOONSHINEHerd & Owner: CLARK, GREGORY A. & MARCIA L. -- CORNISH Dam : FAWNWOOD CASH TABITHA 1602 EXP FLAT, NH Herd & Owner: MASON, P. THOMAS-- CHESTERTOWN, MD Senior Three Yr Olds 22091 Milk, 765 Fat, 677 Protein Actual

Junior Two Year Olds 16046 Milk, 570 Fat, 500 Protein Actual

GE GMC LINKS MANDA 68305732 'E90' E E E + E 3-08 304 22540 3.9 883F 2.8 629P Sire: GMC REBEL LINKS-ET Dam : GRADE HOLSTEIN Herd: CLARK, GREGORY A. & MARCIA L.-- CORNISH FLAT, NH Owner: CLARK, BROOKE MORGAN OF-- CORNISH FLAT, NH Senior Four Yr Olds 22776 Milk, 804 Fat, 692 Protein Actual

MANDERFELD FREDRICK LEO 68309635 '+80' G V + + G 2-02 305 23870 4.1 976F 3.4 823P Sire: ROCKING WS KOURTS FREDRICK ET Dam : MANDERFELD LILYHILL LEA Herd & Owner: MANDERFELD, BERNARD-- FARIBAULT, MN REMEMBER PPF POKER STREAM 68310403 '+82' + + V + + 2-00 270 19870 3 591F 3.4 685P Sire: SPUNGOLD-R FROLIC POKER-ET Dam : REMEMBER PPF MOONSHINY SKY Herd & Owner: COBB, BEN & TENA-- WINDSOR, CO

GE GMC FROLIC 68316760 'NC' 4-07 305 28090 3.4 963F 2.9 810P Sire: VINRA PEERLESS M-K KEIL F.J. JASMINE 68310390 '+80' + + + + G Dam : GRADE HOLSTEIN 2-02 274 18660 3.1 583F 3 566P Herd & Owner: CLARK, GREGORY A. & MARCIA L. -- CORNISH Sire: ROCKING M-K FORM FLAT, NH Dam : M-K KEIL R.J. JAFFA Herd & Owner: M-K KEIL CATTLE CO.-- RUSSELL, KS GE2 VALLEY VIEW MARA 1464 66443081 'V87' V V V V V 4-10 305 24310 3.4 832F 3.2 766P MANDERFELD MR T NELLIMY 68310228 '+83' + + + + V Sire: MAPLETON VLY MS FONTANA 2-00 305 17850 3.8 680F 3 539P Dam : VALLEY VIEW LEI 896 Sire: MANDERFELD T BERRY MR. T Herd: CRAWLEY, TIM-- GRAVETTE, AR Dam : MANDERFELD STETSON NELLEBLY Owner: CRAWLEYS VALLEY VIEW FARMS-- GRAVETTE, AR Herd & Owner: MANDERFELD, BERNARD-- FARIBAULT, MN GE FOSS BLACK FAWN 604 68303522 'V88' V E V V V 4-10 305 20260 4.1 832F 2.9 592P Sire: GRADE Dam : FOSS OLARRY FAWN 551 Herd & Owner: FOSS FARMS-- KENYON, MN Mature Cows 23141 Milk, 805 Fat, 707 Protein Actual

ZENAS DSAM ZOEY ET 61066630 'NC' 2-02 305 16710 4.4 739F 3.1 512P Sire: BLISSFUL DIAMOND SAM Dam : DAN SAL MEGADETH ZENA Herd & Owner: LEE, SUSAN VAADI AND-- GRACE, ID GOLD MINE LUKE RHIANNA 063 68309640 'NC' 2-03 305 16570 3.7 618F 3 494P Sire: MR LUCY NYS LUKE Dam : GOLD MINE S RADIANT 865 EXP ET Herd & Owner: NUS, NATHAN & JODY-- ARLINGTON, IA

GE GMC FROLIC 68316760 'NC' 5-09 305 28840 3.6 1048F 3 858P Sire: VINRA PEERLESS FROLIC Dam : GRADE HOLSTEIN HC-HP REBEL FROSTY ET 68309897 'V85' V V V + V Herd & Owner: CLARK, GREGORY A. & MARCIA L. -- CORNISH 2-05 305 15050 3.9 593F 3.2 476P FLAT, NH Sire: PINEHURST REBEL 9TH Dam : SUNSHINE NOW YOU SEE FIREBALL GE VALLEY VIEW JOSIE 1279 64008881 '+82' V V V + G Herd & Owner: FISHER, KEITH A & DONNETTE F. -- NEW EN6-02 294 26500 3 800F 2.9 767P TERPRISE, PA Sire: SRB PETERSLUND Dam : VALLEY VIEW DI 984 ECHO FARM RT NUMA EXP 68310109 'V85' V G + + V Herd: CRAWLEY, TIM-- GRAVETTE, AR 2-00 305 12450 4.8 592F 3.5 438P Owner: CRAWLEYS VALLEY VIEW FARMS-- GRAVETTE, AR Sire: GE PANORAMA ROYAL TREBLE Dam : ECHO FARM SOBE NEPTUNE GE GOLD MINE S LANTANA 884 68302780 'V88' + V V E E Herd: ECHO FARM-- HINSDALE, NH 5-00 305 24520 3.7 917F 2.9 719P Owner: SCHOFIELD, GORDY-- HINSDALE, NH Sire: TORYS TORNADO-REDDam : GOLD MINE S SHALE LACI 576 Senior Two Year Olds Herd & Owner: NUS, NATHAN & JODY-- ARLINGTON, IA 16949 Milk, 606 Fat, 528 Protein Actual

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AMSS Honor Roll ECHO FARM GIGABYTE BELLASSA 68307378 'V86' V V V + V 2-11 305 15200 4.3 658F 3.4 514P Sire: ECHO FARM PRNDMDS GIGABTYE Dam : ECHO FARM VINNIE BELATRIX TWIN Herd: ECHO FARM-- HINSDALE, NH Owner: HODGE, BETHANY-- HINSDALE, NH Junior Three Yr Olds 18184 Milk, 633 Fat, 565 Protein Actual MANDERFELD LOGIC MAGENTA 68307986 '+84' V V + + + 3-00 267 20190 4.6 933F 3.5 699P Sire: GMC REBEL LOGIC-ET Dam : MANDERFELD MISTELTOE MAGGIE Herd & Owner: MANDERFELD, BERNARD -- FARIBAULT, MN WEISSMANN HASH CLOVER 68306957 'V85' + V + V V 3-03 305 19440 4.2 814F 3.2 623P Sire: HASHEIDERS KEEP THE CASH Dam : WEISSMANN K-CLAY CRICKET Herd & Owner: WEISSMANN, J & E FARMS -- CALLICOON CENTER, NY VALLEY VIEW DANIELLIA 1707 EXP70220888 'G76' V + V G F 3-00 291 19060 3 563F 3.3 620P Sire: ECUAFARM BJ DON JUAN Dam : VALLEY VIEW DANIELLE 1390 EXP Herd: CRAWLEY, TIM-- GRAVETTE, AR Owner: CRAWLEY, JESSICA-- GRAVETTE, AR

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ECHO FARM POKER TYLEE 68305068 '+83' V V V + G 4-00 305 22020 3.2 707F 3 665P Sire: SPUNGOLD-R FROLIC POKER-ET Dam : ECHO FARM RULER TYBEE-EXP Herd & Owner: ECHO FARM-- HINSDALE, NH

VALLEY VIEW SARAH 1416 EXP 66443033 'V85' V E V V + 5-01 299 25900 2.9 757F 2.9 746P Sire: MAPLETON VLY MS FONTANA Dam : VALLEY VIEW MEG 708 Herd: CRAWLEY, TIM-- GRAVETTE, AR Owner: CRAWLEYS VALLEY VIEW FARMS-- GRAVETTE, AR

ROVIN MEGA RUBY 2 68305121 'V88' V V E V V 4-01 288 20910 4.3 898F 3 624P Sire: KUSZMAR MEGADETH Dam : ROVIN RITA LEADER RUBY Herd: ROVIN ACRES-- HIXTON, WI Owner: RUZIC, CAROL-- HIXTON, WI Mature Cows 20641 Milk, 724 Fat, 630 Protein Actual MANDERFELD IVANHOE JOLLY 466504 '+84' V V V G + 7-00 305 28900 2.8 819F 3 864P Sire: MANDERFELD OTHELLO IVANHOE Dam : MANDERFELD JERRI JEALOUSY-EXP Herd & Owner: MANDERFELD, BERNARD -- FARIBAULT, MN MAPLETON VLY JULIUS FOXY 466166 'E90' E E E E V 6-10 305 26570 3.9 1044F 2.9 768P Sire: MAPLETON VLY REBEL JULIUS-ET Dam : MAPLETON VLY AC FESTIVE Herd: MAPLETON VALLEY FARMS-- OCONOMOWOC, WI

ROCKING WS RI INDIA ICELND-ET 467028 'V86' V + V V V 6-10 305 20530 3.1 636F 3.3 673P Sire: W.D.R.-ROC-W K.A. EDWARD Dam : VINRA OUTLAW INDIA-EXP Herd & Owner: M-K KEIL CATTLE CO.-- RUSSELL, KS MANDERFELD IVAHNOE SANTANA 466502 '+81' V + + + G 7-02 305 18850 4.3 813F 3.4 647P Sire: MANDERFELD OTHELLO IVANHOE Dam : MANDERFELD KASSY SANNA Herd & Owner: MANDERFELD, BERNARD -- FARIBAULT, MN

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ROVIN ALT VALUE VERNA 68307649 'V87' + V E V V 3-02 279 18160 4.3 773F 2.9 532P Sire: ROVIN ALI TED ALTITUDE ET Dam : ROVIN VIV D.SAM VALUE Herd: ROVIN ACRES-- HIXTON, WI Owner: STETZER, CARLA RUZIC-- ALMA CENTER, WI Senior Three Yr Olds 18427 Milk, 641 Fat, 567 Protein Actual DAN SAL COWBOY KID EXP 68305873 'G75' V V V + P 3-07 305 17270 3.8 649F 3.1 537P Sire: GE KULP-GEN PJ COWBOY-ET Dam : DAN SAL FROLIC KARMEL Herd: BURD, DAN & SALLY-- GRAFF, MO Owner: BURD, SALLY-- GRAFF, MO GMC ACADEMY DAIRYQUEEN 68306448 'V87' V V V + V 3-08 257 15090 4.2 641F 3.2 479P Sire: HILLTOP ACADEMY Dam : CLAYSIDE VK DAIRYBEL 7X61 EXP Herd: CLARK, GREGORY A. & MARCIA L. -- CORNISH FLAT, NH Owner: CLARK, BROOKE MORGAN OF-- CORNISH FLAT, NH TRES COLLES ROCCO REE 2ND EXP68306745 '+83' G V V + V 3-07 305 13910 4.7 648F 3.3 458P Sire: TRES COLLES VV MA ROCCO-ET Dam : TRES COLLES EFC RITA Herd: TRES COLLES FARM-- WASHINGTON CH, OH Owner: TRES COLLES FARM-- CHILLICOTHE, OH Junior Four Yr Olds 19485 Milk, 684 Fat, 595 Protein Actual MANDERFELD COWBOY JINGER EXP P 68305453 '+81' F + V V + 4-00 305 31870 3 958F 3.1 999P Sire: GE KULP-GEN PJ COWBOY-ET Dam : MANDERFELD IVANHOE JOLLY Herd & Owner: MANDERFELD, BERNARD -- FARIBAULT, MN MANDERFELD HASHEIDER ZOE 68304966 'G76' F F G G G 4-05 305 24750 2.8 688F 2.8 696P Sire: HASHEIDERS KEEP THE CASH Dam : MANDERFELD IVANHOE ZERO Herd & Owner: MANDERFELD, BERNARD -- FARIBAULT,

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GREEN ACRES LINKS INLET 463264 '2E90' E E E E V 7-10 305 21910 3.2 692F 2.9 642P Sire: GMC REBEL LINKS-ET Dam : GREEN ACRES TED ISLAND Herd & Owner: GREEN ACRES MILKING SHORTHORNS -- BETHEL, VT

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Junior Spotlight

by Nicholas Achen

Jaydyn Isiminger is the 15-year-old daughter of Junia and Michael Isiminger.

She has one sister Jordanna who is 9 years old. Isiminger attends Union City High School in Pennsylvania near Erie, where she is a freshman. Jaydyn is active in her 4-H club, Junior Holstein club, school sports, and is the treasurer for her freshman class.

The Isimingers own six out of seven dairy breeds. The only breed missing from the representation is Guernseys. The majority of them are Milking Shorthorn and Holsteins. On Jaydyn’s family farm, they milk about 25 cows, with an additional 35 heifers. As soon as calves are born they put them in a calf hutch for a few months, and then they move them into the heifer pasture after weaning.

Jaydyn’s responsibilities on the farm are milking when needed and calf chores like watering, feeding, bedding and feeding hay. As soon as newborns are born, Jaydyn is the person who starts right away and takes care of them.

Jaydyn is involved in a lot of stuff. She states, “honestly sometimes too much.”

Jaydyn is the president of her 4-H club, Townville Champs 4-H dairy club. This year will be her eighth year. She has been the vice-president for her Junior Holstein club and this year is the secretary. At school, Jaydyn plays on the junior varsity and varsity basketball teams. She is also a peer educator and has been on the Student Council. To top that all off this year she is the treasurer for her freshman class.

Isiminger’s mother is the one who introduced her to the Milking Shorthorn breed.

Her very first cow was traced to her best and favorite cow in the barn right now, Wind Swept MorningAfter Mickey who was nominated All-American Spring Calf in 2010 and Reserve All-American Junior Three-Year-Old two years ago. Jaydyn’s mother, Junia, is the current executive secretary for Milking Shorthorn, giving Jaydyn many opportunities to go outside Pennsylvania and meet other kids and see other breeds across the United States.

Jaydyn’s experience with the Milking Shorthorn breed has been the real thing.

She has more experiences with the shorthorns than any other breeds. She has won many firsts, champions, grand champions and best bred and owned awards. Isiminger has owned Milking Shorthorns her whole life and has been everywhere with them from county fairs, the All-American Dairy Show in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, Winter National in Louisville, Kentucky, and

the big World Dairy Expo in Madison, Wisconsin. She has learned a lot from the smallest populated breed. Isiminger states, “I learned to work hard because sometimes when you don’t expect it you may win supreme over every other breed.”

The Milking Shorthorn breed is so special to Jaydyn because of one animal that started it all, Wind Swept Picasso Sara who died in 2012 after calving. She was a big old red cow that Jaydyn would hang on and hug every day. She gave her three beautiful red heifers, Minnie, Mickey and Mulan.

But the one that is Isiminger’s favorite is Wind Swept MorningAfter Mickey. She was born in March of 2010 and she has meant the world to her. “Mickey has been to 22 shows with plenty more to come,” Isiminger stated. Every day after school you will find Jaydyn out walking Mickey.

So now Mickey is an ideal showmanship animal since she was dragged around so much. Because of that one cow family, the Milking Shorthorn breed just became so special to her.

Isiminger’s future plans with the breed are bigger than ever. She plans on continuing to show them still. But Jaydyn’s future plans honestly don’t have anything to do with cows. When she was younger, she always wanted to be a vet but now in high school she realizes her plans may have changed. She has been accepted in the Stem Academy where she takes more advanced classes which she thinks will help her make up her mind about the job she wants to do.

Jaydyn wants to do something that is business related or in the medical field. She is leaning towards being a Radiologist or an Athletic Trainer.

This Pennsylvania resident's most memorable time with her Milking Shorthorns was at the World Dairy Expo and AllAmerican Dairy Shows. She has won classes that have been close and has won Best Bred and Owned ribbons which she thinks is the best award to win. She has made very good friends and one in particular is the Rhoades family in Ohio. They have helped each other out and even rescued them when needed, and that’s a story she must tell: "It was the National Milking Shorthorn Convention last year in Massachusetts. I was riding home with the Rhoades; Doug, Hannah, Sam, Sarah and me. We weren’t even on the road for five minutes and the truck breaks down. But let me also mention the truck had a flat tire on the way there and then stopped working about 5 minutes before we arrived at the fairgrounds. John Anderson had to come save us because we

had a load of cattle on the back of the truck.

Anyway, back to coming home, my mom was driving in front of us and Leslie, Carrie and their grandma were riding behind us.

My mom called a tow truck to tow the Ford to a dealership to fix it because we needed to get home. Ridas came to get the trailer and took the cattle back to the fairgrounds until we figured something out. My mom called my dad and he brought our mighty Dodge to the rescue all the way from Pennsylvania. Then Hannah, Leslie and Doug stayed behind with the truck to get it fixed and the rest of us went on with the cows.

We made it back to our place without any more truck problems. It’s been months and the Rhoades and us still joke around about it to this very day. But from these good times we are all close to each other and they are like just another mom, dad, sisters and brother to me. We all comfort each other and that’s what the Milking Shorthorn is about."

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Native 'Heritage' Shorthorns

By Robin Alden

Dotting the clover-filled pastures near Dallas, Oregon, you’ll find a rare gem: a small, yet impressive herd of “Native Shorthorns.” These roan beauties of Whispering Hills Farm are unique in several ways—the most important being their 100% pure origins.

“The pedigree of the Native Shorthorn is pure in the sense that you can trace them back to the original Coates herdbook,” said Dr. Joseph Shallberger, who owns the herd with his wife, Dr. Susan Schallberger.

Although the couple raises conventional Shorthorns for beef, they are passionate about their small herd of purebred cattle.

To be designated a “Native Shorthorn” by the AMSS, an animal must have no outside breeding from the herdbook. Cattle can be certified either by having purebred parents, or through a pedigree check at the cost of the owner.

Why breed Native Shorthorns?

Native Shorthorns are most notable for their traditional dual-purpose utility. In the past 60 years, Shorthorn breeders have split in two—those who raise for the meat industry, and those who focus on dairying. In modern society, where one-cow farms are a thing of the past, breeding dual-purpose animals may seem pointless. However, Dr.

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Schallberger knows there is a market—and he only sees it growing. Because his herd is fed entirely on grass and hay, he is able to sell to the ever-expanding “grass-fed” niche market. But it’s not just consumers who are interested in the Native Shorthorns—it’s breeders, too. While some breeders are looking to re-introduce the purebred genetics, others are looking for an animal that will perform well on grass. And there are still plenty of farmers out there who are interested in dual-purpose cattle.

The Schallbergers aren’t just breeding purebred Shorthorns for the market, though. They are very passionate about preserving the bloodlines of the Native breed. “From a marketing standpoint, we can sell more effectively because of the rarity of the product…but we also wanted to preserve and improve the genetic base,” said Dr. Schallberger. He is disinterested in modern crossbreeding, which he fears will create a “cookie-cutter cow” that is suited to productivity, but loses all the unique aspects of the original breed. The herd is now totally closed, with only the help of semen from eight or nine bulls collected around 50 years ago, selected specially to improve their cattle while still preserving their Native status.

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Benefits for Milking Shorthorn Breeders Although going back to the dual-purpose nature of Native Shorthorns may seem like a step backwards to some Milking Shorthorn breeders, there are several things to be gained by re-introducing the original genetics to their herds. As both Drs. Schallberger are veterinarians, good health is of essence to their herd, and Dr. J. Schallberger believes that his Native genetics could bring back a sturdier, longer-living cow.

As he sees dairy cattle evolve from those he grew up with on his family dairy, Dr. Schallberger is disheartened by the trend towards frailty in modern cattle—frailty that does not exist in the Native Shorthorn. As an added bonus, Native Shorthorns have the potential to increase components. “Many Shorthorns used to have higher components than Guernseys and Jerseys, even,” he stated. Although they have just begun plans to record their own cattle’s milk production, Dr. Schallberger has records on the dams of the AI bulls he is using, and he claims most have fat records pushing 5.5%.

If Milking Shorthorn breeders are also interested in raising steers, there are even more benefits to the Native breed. “Native Shorthorns are far superior to any other breed on being able to marble up on a grass finish,” says Dr. Schallberger. He attributes

this to their breeding, as Native Shorthorns were developed for a total grass diet. At 18 months, his steers regularly finish at 12001300 pounds. Because of their grass diet, the Schallbergers are able to sell their steers at a premium price to niche buyers without having to shell out the extra cash on grain.

It is no wonder they are so passionate about grass feeding!

Worth the Search With only around 500 registered Native Shorthorns in the United States, breeders may believe it nearly impossible to break into this world. “There is diversity [in genetics], but you have to search for it,” said Dr. Schallberger. He himself had to do an extensive search for cattle to introduce to

his herd. However, there are Native Shorthorn breeders around the country, whose genetics are very unique to each herd. Some herds focus on beef, others dairy, and some enjoy the dual-purpose potential. While there may not be an abundance of genetics out there, breeders such as the Schallbergers ensure that Native Shorthorns will be preserved, improved upon, and hopefully multiplied.

“I still feel there is a market out there for [dual purpose] cattle,” said Dr. Schallberger. “It’s not a big market, but it’s growing.” Certainly, with the increasing market potential and the added health benefits, Native Shorthorns are worth a second look.

Pictured is Millie and her calf, Snow White. She is due to have a bull calf April 14 sired by Meadowbrook Chieftan the 9th. Meadowbrook Chieftain the 9th is a Native 'Heritage' Shorthorn bull that is famous for siring tremendous females in the late 60’s and early 70’s.

Upper photo is a group of the Schallbergers' herd.

Photos submitted

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AMSS Herdbook Top Cow PPR List - December 2014

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January 27, 2015

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Top 75 LINEAR TRAITS - December 2014

2015 National Milking Shorthorn Convention June 17-20, Black River Falls, WI

Wednesday June 17 10:30 a.m. Bus leaves for Rovin Acres-Lunch provided

Hixton, WI (pick of herd at National Sale) 3:00 p.m.

Bus to Motel - Junior Interviews

Evening meal on own - Hospitality Room open

*Casino is 4 miles away Thursday June 18 10:30 a.m. Bus Leave for Wagners Cloverdale Farm

Organic Dairy Noon Lunch at Cloverdale Farm 3:00 p.m.

Buses return to hotel or fairgrounds 4:00 p.m.

National Junior Heifer Show

meal served at show

*Hospitality Room Open in evening

9:30 a.m.

10-Noon

1:30 p.m.

5:00 p.m.

5-6:00 p.m.

6:00 p.m.

7:30-9 p.m.

9-1:00 a.m.

Milking Shorthorns!

A Wisconsin Tradition Celebrating 70 Years 1945-2015

Presidents & Secretaries meeting Annual Meeting Lunch on own Annual Meeting continues Buses leave for Banquet Hall Happy Hour Banquet with speaker Fun Auction Live music Buses available to motel *No Hospitality Room in evening

Saturday, June 20 11:00 a.m. National Sale, Jackson County Fairgrounds

Lunch will be served

Friday June 19 8:00 a.m.

Awards Breakfast - adults

Awards Breakfast - juniors HOTELS Convention Headquarters: Best Western Arrowhead Lodge 600 Oasis Road, Black River Falls, WI 54615, (715) 284-9471 $89.99/per night if booked by 5/15/2015 under Milking Shorthorn Group Rate OTHER HOTELS: Comfort Inn & Suites (715) 284-0888 Days Inn (715) 284-4333

2015 National Milking Shorthorn Convention Registration From Please return completed forms by June 1, 2015

Wednesday June 17

No.

Price/Person

TOTAL

Bus Transportation to Rovin Acres

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$0

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Lunch Provided by Rovin Acres

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Bus Transportation to Cloverdale Farms

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Lunch @ Cloverdale Farms

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Awards Breakfast

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Junior Awards Breakfast

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Banquet - Adults

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Thursday June 18

Friday June 19

Total Enclosed

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Name(s):___________________________________________________________________________________ Address: ___________________________________________________________________________________ Phone: ___________________________________ Email: ___________________________________________ Send completed registration form to: Vincent Ruzic, W14584 St. Rd. 121, Hixton, WI 54635. Please make checks payable to Wisconsin Milking Shorthorn Breeders. Any questions please contact us at saraalarson@yahoo.com or 715.984.2211 (phone & fax).

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Jensen Joins Purebred Team

Purebred Publishing is pleased to introduce their newest team member, Jade Jensen. As the sales executive, Jade’s responsibilities will include selling advertising space in the Milking Shorthorn Journal and other Purebred Publishing publications.

She takes over for Lindsey Rucks, who has returned to work with her family on their dairy farm. Jade brings a strong background in dairy and great work ethic to the team.

Jade is the 22-year-old daughter of Jeff and Mary Jensen of Four J’s Farm, Conway, Missouri. What began as a traditional 4-H project with a few calves eventually evolved into a 60-cow dairy over a span of a decade. They herd currently consists of about 50% Guernseys, 25% Ayrshires, and the other 25% are crossbreds.

Until recently, Jade was very involved with the home farm helping on the weekends milking and with the essential jobs such as vaccinating and herd checks along with her sister, Jarica, when they were home from college. Jade’s responsibilities were to take care of the classification preparation clipping udders and making sure paper work was in order. She was also responsible to get any show prospects ready for shows and care for them at the shows. The Jensens are an intensive grazing herd who try to utilize

their grounds to get the most efficiency out of their cows. Jade also individually mates cows to bulls that possess the traits they are focused on and they also seek out a herd bull with a deep pedigree for production components, longevity, and type that can be used for a clean-up bull.

Jade is a recent graduate of Missouri Southern States University with a BSBA in accounting and a degree in management.

She currently lives in New Richmond, Wisconsin, where she is involved with Crisdhome Farms.

Jade attributes much of her success and accomplishments to the number of well-known breeders and herds she has worked with over the past several years.

She has worked on many show strings as well as on sale crews around the country.

Her accomplishments are many, most recently named the Merle Howard Award winner at the 2014 World Dairy Expo and the Outstanding Youth at the American Guernsey Association National Convention in 2014. She has also won fitting and showing awards at both the All-American Dairy Show and World Dairy Expo in recent years.

“I cannot wait to get started serving you all and having a good time while do-

ing it,” said Jade. “My passion and heart is in this and I look forward to helping your marketing programs succeed!”

Contact Jade Jensen at purebred.sales@gmail.com or 614.339.5394.

The Spring Journal deadline is March 6 The issue will feature the All-American winners & Spring Sales

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2015 National Sale Entry Blank June 20, 2015 – Black River Falls, WI 23515 Range Road, Union City, PA 16438 ● Ph: (608) 365-3332 Ext. 102 ● Fax: (608) 365-6644 ● Email: JuniaAMSS@gmail.com www.milkingshorthorn.com Consignor:________________________________________________________________________________________ Address:__________________________________________________________________________________________ City: ____________________________________________________State: ________________ Zip:________________ Phone: (______)___________________________________ Email: ___________________________________________ Signature:__________________________________________________________ Date:___________________________ $50 Catalog Fee (Live Lots & Embryo Lots) / $10 Catalog Fee (Semen Lots) due with entry DEADLINE: Entries must be received by May 1, 2015 Nominated Animal Reg Date of Birth Is animal ‘calfhood’ vaccinated?

Breeding Information: Date Bred

Service Sire Reg #

Embryo Lot: Number of Embryos:

Is there a Choice of Embryos?

Dam of Embryo: Reg. No. Sire of Embryo: Reg. No. Semen: Reg. No.

No. of Straws:

Portion of Semen Proceeds to be donated to which AMSS fund: Additional Information: National or Regional Show Winnings, All-American Awards, etc.

Are the proceeds to be donated?

To which fund?

2015 Natlional Sale Guidelines 1. Consignment may be made by anyone owning registered Milking Shorthorns. If the consignor is not a member of the American Milking Shorthorn Society (AMSS), his/her membership will be paid for the current year with sale proceeds.

2. All animals should meet the following requirement: a. Cows with production records must have an in-herd rating of plus difference from herd mates with minimum actual production of 14,000 milk or 600 fat 2x, 305 day. b. If classified, cows must be at least 80 pts. c. Dams of consigned heifers should also meet points a and b.

3. The sales committee has the discretion to accept outstanding animals that may not otherwise meet the aforementioned requirements including native and cow/calf consignments.

4. Consignors shall have their animals in satisfactory condition when delivered to the sale. The sale committee shall have the right to reject any animal for the sale if the condition of the animal or the type of the animal will not present the breed in a positive manner. If an animal is removed from the sale for any reason once delivered to the sale, the consignor will be responsible for any cost of care incurred while the animal is in the care of the AMSS national sale crew and until such

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time as the animal is removed from the sale grounds. The $50 catalog fee will also be retained by AMSS. 5. Partners or syndicate members have the right to bid and purchase such animals as long as this is noted on the sale entry. This information will be published in the sale catalog.

6. For animals sold by syndicates or partnerships, there must be a written agreement from each member of the syndicate or partnership for usage of any sale income to purchase another animal or semen at the sale.

7. If the consignor owes any money to AMSS, the sale proceeds will be used to cover that debt. Any money after the debt is paid minus sale commission and any other monies owed to AMSS will be paid to the consignor per normal policy.

8. AMSS is not and will not be responsible for collecting debt or money owed for, or to, third parties.

9. Net proceeds from animals sold in this sale can be utilized toward the purchase of other animals or semen in this sale as long as no other part of these terms apply or are applied.

10. All lots in the national sale must change ownership as recorded by AMSS. 11. a. All consignments must be official calf hood vaccinated for Brucellosis. b. Sale animals six months or older must

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have a negative TB test within 60 days of the sale. c. AMSS requires testing for Anaplasmosis and Blue Tongue if they are issues in your area (mainly Southern and Western states). A positive test for Anaplasmosis disqualifies an animal for the national sale. d. Any visible sign of ringworm or warts, either active or passive, will result in the animal being removed from the national sale lineup.

Please see point 4 above. e. All consignments must be tested negative of Johnes at an FDA-approved laboratory, or originate from an Accredited Johnes Free herd. Animals will not be cataloged as being free of Johnes, only as tested negative. f. AMSS further encourages each animal be tested for Leucosis. g. Any animal sold or exhibited as registered

by AMSS can be DNA-typed and breed ID with genomics at the discretion of the Executive Secretary, all expenses to be paid by AMSS. 12. The sale commission will be 15% of the selling price for live lots and choices. This does not include the cataloging fee. However, consignors who donate all proceeds to the AMSS will not be subject to any expense including the cataloging fee.

13. Embryos consigned must have been collected and frozen by an American Embryo

Transfer Association certified practitioner. A copy of the recovery sheet must accompany embryo consignments for the national sale with the practitioner’s name clearly printed.

Only #1, Stage 4, 5 and 6 embryos will be accepted. The embryo consignment must be a minimum of three embryos. Embryos must be at the national sale; if they are not, they will not be sold and the cataloging fee retained by AMSS. The national sale committee will accept no more than 5 embryo lots.

Embryo commission will be 7.5%.

14. All consignments must be in the office no later than May 1, 2015 with a cataloging fee of $50 per consignment (live animal, choice or embryo) or $10 per Semen Lot. Consignments that are for any reason turned down by the sale committee before the catalog is started will have their $50/$10 fee promptly returned. Once the catalog is started, and the lot is accepted, the $50/$10 catalog fee is retained by AMSS. 15. A $50 clipping charge will be assessed for any animal whose head is not clipped when delivered to the sale.

16. Warranties from the sale begin when the buyer takes possession.

17. Semen will be sold before the cattle auction. Nominations for the semen sale are $10 per lot consigned. Consigners are required to donate a portion of semen sale proceeds to the Society with the consignor designating the choice for their donation according to the fol-

lowing schedule: All proceeds sold for less than $5 to the Society. 50% for semen sold $5 to $15; 25% for semen sold $15 to $50; 15% for semen sold over $50. The national sales committee reserves the right to limit the number of lots of semen consigned National Sales Committee: Co-Chair: Billy Lattire: 812-209-9588 Co-Chair: Vince Ruzic: 715-984-2211 Keith Fisher: 814-224-4988 Mike Halpin: 815-228-0777 Greg Clark: 603-469-3560 Ted Smart: 937-726-6289 John Anderson: 315-408-6030 Jason Robinson

Please have photos emailed directly to Purebred Publishing when picturing animals. This will save on costs for future ads for you!

JIM KING TRIPLE CROWN AWARD All animals are eligible for the Jim King Triple Crown Award for the 2015 show season and beyond and are automatically entered.

To win the award, which includes a $3,000 premium, the animal must win Grand Champion honors at 3 National Shows (World Dairy Expo is required) in the same calendar year.

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Send In Your Nominations For...

Award applications due April 15, 2015 - to be recognized at the 2015 National Convention Entry forms available online or by request from the AMSS office

2014 Willard E. Gerner Meritorious Brood Cow (only win once) 1. Must have three or more daughters.

2. Credit for sons used only in the case of a tie.

3. PPR numbers from cow and daughters used since they include both type and production Hardy Cow Nominations All DHIR herds are eligible to nominate Hardy Cows completing 100,000, 150,000 and 200,000 pounds of lifetime milk (records must have been completed in 2014). Please note: records of 100,000 must be reached in 6 lactations or less; records of 150,000 must be reached 9 lactations or less. Please send individual cow pages for each entry.

Cow of the Year Award (only win once) 1. Send entry with head shot of cow.

2. Submit individual DHIR cow page.

3. Cow must be living at the time of entry.

4. 305-day actual records for each lactation: Milk = 1 point for each 1,000 pounds over 20,000 pounds; Fat = 1 point for each 10 pounds over 700 pounds; Protein = 1 point for each 10 pounds over 700 pounds.

5. Classification score: 1 point if final score 85-89; 5 points if final score 90 or greater.

6. Registered daughters: 1 point for each daughter 7. Show placings (all shows, lifetime): 5 points for each first place at a national show.

8. Age (as of December 31, 2014): 1 point between 1-5 years 3 points between 6-10 years 5 points over 10 years 9. Calving interval: 1 point if less than 13-months, each lactation Cows that are 1,100 lbs. of Fat 1. Recognize cows that produce 1,100 pounds of fat in a 365 day lactation or less.

AMSS Milk Quality Herd Award 1. Recognizes outstanding genetics and management through somatic cell count.

2. Herds will receive award if their yearly SCC average is under 150,000.

3. Yearly DHIA summary sheet must be submitted with application.

Red, White & Roan Club This award has been created to recognize cows who have completed an impressive productive life.

1. Herdbook and genetic expansion (at least 50% Milking Shorthorn) are eligible.

2. This award may only be presented once in a cow’s life – usually after leaves the herd or is retired from the herd.

3. Lifetime production requirements: 150,000 pounds of milk; 6,000 pounds of fat; 5,250 pounds of protein A cow must qualify in two of the three categories.

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4. A copy of the cow’s completed DHIA cow page must be submitted with application.

Gold Star Dam Award This award has been created to recognize outstanding maternal contributions to the breed.

1. Cows must have nomination requests sent to the AMSS office for research to begin and stars to be awarded. This will not be an automatically generated award.

2. Entry must be a minimum of 50% Milking Shorthorn Herdbook level. Dams must be registered with the AMSS to receive recognition.

3. Daughters will be eligible to contribute to dam’s award only if they are registered with AMSS and are a minimum of 75% Herdbook level.

4. Records will be checked and recognition level adjusted yearly based on daughter performance.

5. Gold Star Dams will be listed in the Journal yearly and Gold Star status will be published on official pedigrees.

6. Point Guidelines: Stars will be awarded for every 5-points earned on daughter performance; Points must be obtained for both production and type before a star is awarded; a minimum of 2 daughters must contribute before a star is awarded.

7. Points to be Awarded for the following: Each daughter classified – 1 point for final scores 85-89; 2 points for final scores 90-97; 3 points if 2E or greater; Each daughter’s completed production records – 1 point for each actual production record meeting, or exceeding, one of the following levels in 305 days or less: 18,500 pounds of milk 650 pounds of fat 575 pounds of protein 29th Annual Harry Clampitt Young Breeder Award 1. Age: 21-40 years 2. Minimum of 5-years participation in Milking Shorthorn activities.

3. One entry per state or district.

4. If entrant is part of an ongoing operation, must show what part they are contributing.

5. Entrants can be an individual or couple.

6. Criteria for selection shall be based on participation at the local, state, district or national level. This shall include shows, sales, committee work, breed promotion and office held.

7. If not selected, entries may be re-submitted until winning or age disqualification.

8. The winner will be selected by the award’s last five recipients.

9. The Harry Clampitt Award is presented each year at the AMSS Annual Meeting.

32nd Annual Citizen of the Year Award 1. Any person may be nominated. AMSS member or not, who has demonstrated a dedication to Milking Shorthorns through efforts

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that have benefited the breed and/or Society.

2. Nominations should include a brief summary of the nominee’s activities and must be submitted to the AMSS office.

3. Final selection will be made by a committee of former recipients.

18th Annual Dual Purpose Breeder of the Year Award 1. Must be a member of the AMSS and engage in a cow/calf operation.

2. Must breed, register and promote Dual Purpose Milking Shorthorns.

3. An individual or couple can apply or be nominated by an area or state group.

4. Nominations shall be sent to the AMSS office.

5. Past recipients shall comprise the committee for selection.

6. Sponsors shall have the right to make corrections or additions.

Past Harry Clampitt Award Winners: 1986 Michael & Beth Reed 1987 Mike & Karen Bodey 1988 Sally S. Burd 1989 Curt & Louanne Krause 1990 Mike Rauch 1991 Mike & Polly Ullom 1992 Greg & Marcia Clark 1993 Arne Poser 1994 Charles Levendoski 1995 Lewis Arthur 1996 Danny & Shelly Huddleston 1997 Kellie Hayter 1998 Tim Nix 1999 Christine Young 2000 2001 Clint Cribbet 2002 Mark Mote 2003 Peter Cate 2004 Keith Fisher 2005 Bernard Manderfeld 2006 Nathan & Jody Nus 2007 Fabian Almeida 2008 Pat Ruzic 2009 Brian Pederson 2010 Jessica Hasheider 2011 Casey & Krista Weiss 2012 Katie Bue 2013 Michael Halpin 2014 Tom Agnew & Katie Agnew L.D. May National Grand Champion Award The Grand Champion at each of the four National Shows is recognized as a L.D. May National Champion.

Total Performance Award At each of the four National Shows a Total Performance winner is awarded. Total Performance is based on a combination of Lifetime energy corrected milk production (ECM) per day of life, highest individual lactation of ECM and placing at the show.

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46th Annual Junior Awards For the 46th year, the American Milking Shorty Society is conducting a National Youth Program consisting of the following achievement and performance contests. States are not limited to the number of junior applicants. All qualified juniors with current dues paid are encouraged to apply. Juniors may enter more than one contest per year and can only win a contest once (with exception of Milk Production Awards). Entry blanks are available on the www.milkingshorthorn.com website or by contacting the National Office for entry blanks: AMSS, 23515 Range Road, Union City, PA 16438. Phone: 608.365.3332 American Milking Shorthorn Junior Society Interview Scorecard Participation in AMSJA or state Junior Association 50 pts Application 25pts Interview(must be present to receive points) 25pts Knowledge of dairy industry

and AMSS 15pts Extracurricular activities 15pts Personal appearance 10pts Personality 10pts Total 150pts Junior Outstanding Progressive Breeder Awards (Two presented, one in Jr. and Sr. Divisions) 1. Each candidate must be a member in good standing of a state Junior Milking Shorthorn Association, if there is one in his/her state; and be a paid junior member of the American Milking Shorthorn Association.

2. A candidate must be between the ages of 9 and 14 for the Jr. Division or from 15 to 21 for the Sr. Division as of January 1st and must have carried a Milking Shorthorn project at least one year.

3. A committee of three will judge candidates on their written application and an interview will be conducted on knowledge of the Milking Shorthorn breed, dairy management, leadership activities, general dairy industry knowledge and future plans.

4. Candidates will be interviewed at the National Convention.

5. Applicants must be present to interview.

6. Recipients of the award will receive a $200 scholarship. A completed application for the contest must be submitted no later than June 1, 2015 to AMSS at the address above.

Rachel Surridge National Youth Contest 1. Each candidate must be a member in good standing of a state Junior Milking Shorthorn Association, if there is one in his/ her state; and be a paid junior member of the American Milking Shorthorn Association.

2. A candidate must be at least entering their junior year of high school.

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the home farm operation, knowledge of the Milking Shorthorn breed, leadership in AMSS Junior Society and active participation outside youth activities and preparation for the future.

4. Applicants must be present to interview.

5. Recipients of the award will receive: 1st place — a $250 scholarship from AMSS plus 10% from the Junior Society (not to exceed $250). A completed application must be submitted no later than June 1, 2015 to AMSS at the above address.

Junior Milk Production Award Rules 1. Copy of official DHIA record must be submitted with entry to the National Office by June 1, 2015.

2. Cow must have been owned by participant prior to start of record.

3. Open to any paid AMSS Junior Member.

4. Juniors may enter as many of these classes for which they have a qualifying animal.

5. Awards will be presented in the following categories: (All requirements in actual pounds) 10 Years & Over 19,500 milk, 670 fat or 615 protein Mature cows 20,500 milk, 720 fat or 630 protein Sr. 4-Year-Olds 19,250 milk, 680 fat or 600 protein Jr. 4-Year-Olds 19,000 milk, 675 fat or 595 protein Sr. 3-Year-Olds 18,250 milk, 640 fat or 560 protein Jr. 3-Year-Olds 18,000 milk, 635 fat or 560 protein Sr.2-Year-Olds 16,750 milk, 600 fat or 530 protein Jr. 2-Year-Olds 16,000 milk, 570 fat or 510 protein Yearlings 15,500 milk, 550 fat or 490 protein Genetic Expansion Requirements Mature Cows 23,000 milk, 800 fat or 700 protein 4-Year-Olds 22,000 milk, 750 fat or 690 protein 3-Year-Olds 21,250 milk, 750 fat or 650 protein 2-Year-Olds 18,750 milk, 660 fat or 600 protein Yearlings 17,000 milk, 640 fat or 560 protein Cindy Climer & Jim King Memorial Scholarship Program All AMSS junior members who meet the one of the following qualifications are encouraged to apply: • Seniors in high school who have been accepted to either a four-year college, one or two year technical school or short course (MUST SUBMIT LETTER OF ACCEPTANCE) • Students currently enrolled in a four-year college, one or two year technical school or short course (MUST INCLUDE A CURRENT CLASS SCHEDULE)

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Several scholarships will be awarded and will range from $100 to $500 to eligible recipients. Students majoring in agricultural degrees are given highest consideration. Nonagricultural majors that plan to contribute to agriculture (through the AMSS or AMSJS for example) will also be given consideration. A maximum of $1500 will be awarded each year by the AMSJS. Eligibility for Scholarships Applicant must be a member of the American Milking Shorthorn Junior Society at the time of application.

• Applicant must meet one of the qualifications listed above.

• Applicants need not be present at the AMSS National Convention in the current year. Scholarships will be rated based on application only – no interviews.

• Scholarships administered by the AMSJS Scholarship Committee will be capped at $500 per scholarship recipient. Previous winners who were awarded less than the $500 can apply again.

Please mail completed applications to: American Milking Shorthorn Society, 23515 Range Road, Union City, PA 16438 Entries must be postmarked by May 15, 2015.

Queen Contest 1. Each candidate must be a member in good standing of a state Junior Milking Shorthorn Association, if there is one in his/her state; and be a paid junior member of the American Milking Shorthorn Association.

2. Candidate must be single and between the ages of 16 and 21.

3. Each candidate must enter on an official entry blank, signed by her parent or guardian and provide a recent picture.

4. Each candidate is responsible for her own expenses in connection with the contest.

5. The winner will be announced at the banquet and a crown and sash will be furnished by the hosting state. The hosting state will also furnish a banquet ticket to the incoming queen.

6. Upon winning the Queen is expected to attend all events below and will be reimbursed $100 for each event: a. National Convention of current year. b. The Queen will attend the Eastern National in Harrisburg, PA on the even year and the Northeastern National on the odd year, if you do not attend the $100 will not be awarded. c. International Show in Madison, WI d. National Convention of the following year e. The Queen is responsible for all traveling expenses including airfare, gas, rental cars and meals. f. The Queen will receive a $500 scholarship from the junior society.

7. A committee of three or more selected by the state hosting the National Convention along with the junior advisors, current Board member and a breeder or office member will judge the candidates and conduct the inter-

view. The same judges will be used for all competitions and applications. Candidates will be judged on poise, personal appearance, general intelligence, speaking ability, knowledge and experience with Milking Shorthorns and general dairy industry knowledge.

8. The Queen should represent her title at every Milking Shorthorn event she attends and shall be trained and ready to exhibit her knowledge of the Milking Shorthorn breed and the industry to media and speaking opportunities that may arise throughout the year.

9. A completed application for contest by be submitted no later than June 1, 2015 to AMSS at the above address.

Junior Australian Exchange Program Rules & Application Each candidate must be in good standing of a state Junior Milking Shorthorn Breeder’s Association, if there is one in their state; and be an active junior member of the American Milking Shorthorn Society for a minimum of 2 years. Active includes entering in national and/or local competitions, attending meetings, attending conventions, and being active in meetings and fundraisers.

1. A candidate must be single and between the ages of 18 and 21 when they apply. Thus being able to attend when they are 22.

2. Each candidate must enter on an official entry blank, signed by his or her parent or guardian.

3. Each candidate is responsible for his or her own expenses in connection with the contest.

4. Each candidate must sign a behavior contract. This contract will be explained in detail by junior officers prior to being interviewed.

5. Upon winning, the exchange student is expected to provide the following information during and after the trip: a) Maintain a daily journal of activities while abroad b) Submit an article for the Junior page of the Milking Shorthorn Journal upon your return. c) Take pictures while abroad d) Present a PowerPoint presentation during the following year’s National Shorthorn Convention to the membership. e) Prepare a photo album for the Milking Shorthorn booth at World Dairy Expo to be on display and visit with attendees about the trip if possible.

6. A committee of five or more selected by the Milking Shorthorn Junior Executive Committee will judge candidates’ applications and conduct an interview to the top five applications. This committee will be the same committee that interviews the queen candidates. a) These interviews will be conducted at the National Convention. b) Applicant must be present to interview. c) Candidates are judged on maturity, poise, personal appearance, general intelligence, speaking ability, knowledge and experience with Milking Shorthorns and general dairy industry knowledge. The winner will be announced at the banquet. d) The trip will be approximately a month in length and will be during the summer of 2016.

(The months are flexible depending on the student.)

7. AMSS and Junior AMSS will provide airline transportation and money to purchase a passport if needed. Once in Australia all meals, lodging and transportation will be taken care of from hosting families. The student is encouraged to take some spending money for purchase of souvenirs and other personal items if wanted.

A completed application for the program must be postmarked by June 1, 2015 submitted to: American Milking Shorthorn Society 23515 Range Road Union City, PA 16438

2nd Annual AMSS Online Sale March 11-14, 2015 Come join in the fun!

Live lots, embryos & semen See pg. 58 for details

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2015 National Milking Shorthorn Junior Heifer Show This show will be held in conjunction with the American Milking Shorthorn Society National Convention in Black River Falls, Wisconsin at 4:00 pm, Thursday, June 18, 2015.

Eligibility — Participation is open to all youth with registered Milking Shorthorns who are current paid junior members of the American Milking Shorthorn Junior Society. Exhibitors must have been born between January 1, 1994 and January 1, 2006.

Ownership — All animals must be registered in the herd book of the American Milking Shorthorn Society (AMSS) and have registration certificates issued by AMSS. Ownership must show on the registration certificate in the name of the Junior Exhibitor ONLY. All tattoos must be dry legible upon arrival with no fresh ink and must correspond with the registry certificate. Papers will be checked prior to the show.

Leased animals must have an official AMSS Lease Form filed with the AMSS office prior to the show.

Participation — Only one animal per exhibitor per class is allowed. Juniors may consign an animal to the national sale and still show her in the National Heifer Show.

Arrival Deadline — Cattle must arrive by Wednesday June 17, 2015 at 6:00 p.m. EST at the Fairgrounds. With prior approval late arriving cattle must be in place 12 hours before the show. Health Certificates and Registration certificates must accompany the cattle. . A DVM will make final decision on health papers. Cattle are released at conclusion of the show Dress — Junior exhibitors will be required to wear shirts provided by the hosting association with white pants or skirts and official entry numbers.

Health Requirements - All cattle allowed onto the grounds of the National Milking Shorthorn Junior Heifer Show must be accompanied by a current certificate of veterinary inspection (CVI) documenting official animal identification. All cattle exhibited must be free of contagious and infectious diseases, including ringworm, scabies, mange, warts and pinkeye. Testing Requirements: Tuberculosis tests must be performed by a licensed, accredited veterinarian within 60 days before entry into the state of Wisconsin, OR the animals must originate from an accredited tuberculosis-free herd with the herd number and accreditation date written on the CVI. The requirement for the tuberculosis test applies to: 1) Cattle from California, Michigan’s Federal TB Free Zone, North Dakota, and Texas. 2) Cattle from modified accredited states or states with a TB incidence greater than 0.1% of herds. This applies to Michigan’s Federal TB Modified Accredited and Modified Accredited Advanced zones, which currently includes the following counties: Alcona, Alpena, Antrim, Charlevoix, Cheboygan, Crawford, Emmet, Montmorency, Oscoda, Otsego, and Presque Isle. These cattle must meet ALL of the following requirements: a)The animals must originate from a herd that has completed a whole herd negative TB test within the previous 12 months for all animals one year and older. b) The animals must have a negative individual TB test within 60 days of import. (This is waived only if the animal was included in a whole herd TB test that was conducted within 60 days before the date of import into the state of Wisconsin.) c) The animals must return to the herd of origin after Convention, and the CVI must contain the statement “the animals on this CVI will attend the exhibition only and return to the herd of origin after the show.” d) The animals must have an import permit. The import permit application form can be found at: http://datcp.wi.gov/uploads/animals/PDF/GeneralImportForm.pdf It can also be obtained by calling 608-224-4874. Except as noted above, the requirements for the tuberculosis test do not apply to cattle from accredited free states and countries. Updated information is available from DATCP at: http://datcp.wi.gov/Animals/Animal_Movement/Cattle_Bison or 608-224-487.

Identification Requirements All cattle attending the show must have official individual identification regardless of age. Acceptable forms of animal identification are: a USDA AIN 840 tag (RFID or visual), a Canadian CCIA RFID 124 tag, or a manufacturer-coded RFID tag beginning with the numbers 900, 982, or 985.

Dress — Junior exhibitors will be required to wear shirts provided by the hosting association with white pants or skirts and official entry numbers.

Classes 1. Showmanship, age as of January 1, 2015 (Junior, Intermediate, Senior) a. Showmanship will be divided depending on number of participants in each age division.

Participants will know well in advance what age group they will be in.

2. Spring Heifer Calf — Born 3/1/15 — 5/31/15 3. Winter Heifer Calf — Born 12/1/14— 2/28/15 4. Fall Heifer Calf — Born 9/1/14 to 11/30/14 5. Summer Yearling — Born 6/1/14 to 8/31/14 6. Spring Yearling — Born 3/1/14 to 5/31/14 7. Winter Yearling — Born 12/1/13 to 2/28/14 8. Fall Yearling— Born 9/1/13 to 11/30/13 9. Champion 10. Reserve Champion 11. Best Bred and Owned Please contact Mike Ritschard with questions regarding the show or for health requirements carritschard2003@gmail.com or 608-558-5939

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Junior Heifer Show Entry Form

Due May 15, 2015 Entry Fee $10.00 per animal Send entries to: Mike & Sandy Ritschard, W2703 Town Center Rd. Jada WI 53550 Junior Name: ___________________________________________________ Date of Birth:_______________________ Address: __________________________________________________ Phone: __________________________________ City/State/Zip: _____________________________________________ Email.___________________________________ Name of Animal: __________________________________________________________ Reg_______________________ Tattoo: __________ DOB: _______________________ Dairy Class_________ Sire: ___________________________________________________________________ Reg#_________________ Dam: __________________________________________________________________ Reg# _________________ Name of Animal: ___________________________________________________________ Reg#______________________ Tattoo: __________ DOB: _______________________ Dairy Class:_________ Sire: ___________________________________________________________________ Reg# _________________ Dam: __________________________________________________________________ Reg#_________________ Name of Animal: ___________________________________________________________ Reg#______________________ Tattoo: __________ DOB: _______________________ Dairy Class:_________ Sire: ___________________________________________________________________ Reg# _________________ Dam: __________________________________________________________________ Reg#_________________

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2014 Winter AMSS Board of Directors Meeting MOTIONS PASSED Financials Motion by S. Cailteux to move the $245 from the Irving Meyer Memorial fund into the Z.R. Lewis Memorial fund. 2nd by M. Halpin.

Motion by S. Cailteux to have a full audit done for the 2014 calendar year. 2nd by B. Lattire.

Articles and By-Laws Motion by S. Cailteux for Junia to update the by-laws on the website. 2nd by B. Lattire. Motion passed.

Futurity/All-American Motion by J. Anderson to use 3 classifiers as the nominating committee. 2nd – J. Kuszlyk. Motion passed.

Genetics/Syndicates Motion by S. Marak to approve the Dominant Red Gene proposal from the committee. 2nd by B. Pederson. Motion passed.

Motion by S. Marak to create a contract for any product within the AMSS tank, whether stored or in transport, to protect the association from liability and to cover all other details. 2nd – J. Heeter. Motion passed.

Journal Motion by S. Cailteux – Approve contract with the following provisions – first item 10 – more detail for which events/shows/how many farms. Second item 10 – 200 copies

of the fall Journal. Second item 7 – striking “and maximize printing costs.” 2nd – S. Marak. Motion passed. J. Anderson opposed.

National Sale Motion by S. Cailteux to approach CowBuyer.com (Aaron Ray Tompkins) to see the potential to conduct our national online sale, subject to the agreement proposed.

The sale will include live lots, embryos and semen. 2nd – M. Halpin. Motion to amend

by K. Preisinger to include semen in the online national sale. 2nd – J. Heeter. Motion passed.

Motion by K. Preisinger to contact CowBuyer.com to run a live feed through the 2015 National Convention sale. 2nd – B. Pederson. Motion passed.

Type/Classification Motion by K. Preisinger that in order for a cow to receive a permanent score, a cow must be scored at 5 years or older. 2nd – M. Halpin. Motion passed.

National Shows Motion by K. Preisinger that beginning in the 2015 show season, Total Performance will be automatically calculated by the AMSS. No entry required. 2nd - J. Heeter.

Motion passed.

USLGE Motion by K. Preisinger to send Brian Pederson to IDW this January and John Anderson to the UK next summer. 2nd – J. Heeter. Motion passed.

Contracts Motion by J. Kuszlyk to sign all three contracts (Registration, Classification and Office rent) with Brown Swiss. 2nd by K. Preisinger. Motion passed.

Fee Sheet Motion by K. Preisinger to increase the rush fee to $100 if needed within 72 hours.

2nd – B. Lattire. Motion passed.

Budget Motion by B. Lattire to accept 2015 budget as amended. 2nd – J. Kuszlyk. Motion approved.

Do you have an event that AMSS should be represented at? Contact Junia

AMENDED BY-LAWS AND ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION FOR THE AMERICAN MILKING SHORTHORN SOCEITY At the 94th Annual Meeting of the American Milking Shorthorn Society held on June 27, 2014 at the Westwood Restaurant in Westfield, Massachusetts. The following changes were approved by the membership: AMENDED BY-LAWS OF AMERICAN MILKING SHORTHORN SOCIETY Article IV. Notice of Meeting

The Executive Secretary or Operations Officer shall notify by mail all members of the time and place of meetings of the Society, not less than thirty (30) days prior thereto, or by notice published in the Milking Shorthorn Journal in an issue mailed so as to be received by the members at least thirty (30) days before the meeting.

The Executive Secretary or Operations Officer shall notify by mail or e-mail, not less than ten (10) days prior thereto, all members of the Board of Directors of the time and place of all regular or special meetings of the Board.

AMENDED ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION OF AMERICAN MILKING SHORTHORN SOCIETY Article XIV. Treasurer

The Executive Secretary or Operations Officer or their designee shall perform the duties of Treasurer which shall be to receive all moneys of the Society and account for same, and pay all expenses of the Society, keeping adequate records as prescribed by the Board of Directors of the financial affairs of the Society, and shall make a complete financial report at the annual meeting. The Executive Secretary or Operations Officer acting as Treasurer, shall also mail to each Director a monthly financial report giving such information as the Board of Directors may require. The books of the Society shall be audited not less than once every other year and maybe audited each year by a certified public accountant designated by and employed by the Board, at the discretion of the Board. For the years in which an official audit is not performed, an accountant’s compilation report shall be completed. The Executive Secretary or Operations Officer, acting as Treasurer, shall give such surety bond as the Board of Directors may from time to time direct.

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World Dairy Expo is Seeking Nominations for Recognition Awards MADISON, WIS. – Nominate leaders in the dairy industry for the 2015 World Dairy Expo Recognition Award program.

Exhibitors, producers, organizations and academic staff are encouraged to nominate people that should be considered for one of the four award categories. Applications are now available and will be accepted through February 15, 2015.

Recognition Awards will be presented in the following categories: Dairy Woman and Dairyman of the Year will be presented to individuals who are active dairy producers and whose primary source of income is derived from their dairy operation. Her/his farming operation needs to demonstrate and excel in the breeding of quality animals and efficient production.

Progressive management practices, along with involvement in community, government activities, breed organizations and other aspects of the dairy industry will be considered.

Industry Person of the Year recognizes an individual for excellence in research, development, education, marketing or other fields that are part of the dairy industry.

International Person of the Year will be honored for significantly contributing to international relations, business development, trade and cooperation in the dairy industry.

The 2015 World Dairy Expo Recognition Award winners will be honored at the Dinner with the Stars banquet during Expo on Wednesday, September 30, at the Alliant Energy Center in Madison, Wis. Lists of previous winners and official World Dairy Expo Recognition Award applications are available on the Expo website. Applications may also be requested directly from World Dairy Expo at 608224-6455 or via email at wde@wdexpo. com.

Award applications due April 15, 2015 and Youth Applications due June 1, 2015 except scholarships - due May 15, 2015

Advertising Deadline for Spring 2015 Milking Shorthorn Journal March 6 Featuring the All-American & Spring Sale Consignments Contact Jade to talk about your marketing strategy email: purebred.sales@gmail.com 614.339.5394

Get your farm listed in the AMSS Special Directories A form was in the membership packet.

It is also available on the website or contact Junia.

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2015 ONLINE NATIONAL SALE ENTRY FORM March 11 – 14, 2015 American Milking Shorthorn Society

23515 Range Road, Union City, PA 16438 Ph: (608) 365-3332 Ext. 102 ● Fax: (608) 365-6644 ● Email: JuniaAMSS@gmail.com www.milkingshorthorn.com

$25 Catalog Fee (Live Lots & Embryo Lots) / $10 Catalog Fee (Semen Lots) due with entry DEADLINE: Entries must be received by February 15, 2015 MUST SUBMIT PHOTO AND/OR VIDEO OF CONSIGNMENT WITH ENTRY FORM Consignor Address City

State

Zip

Phone Email

Signature Date Nominated Animal Reg No. Date of Birth Breeding Information: Date Bred Service Sire Reg. No.

Embryo Lot: Number of Embryos: Is there a Choice of Embryos?

Dam of Embryos: Reg. No. Sire of Embryos: Reg.No. Semen: Reg. No. No. of Straws:

Additional Information: National or Regional Show Winnings, All-American Awards, etc. :

Are the proceeds to be donated?

To which fund?

Reserve Bid (optional)

2015 Online National Sale Guidelines: March 11-14, 2015 1. Consignment may be made by anyone owning registered Milking Shorthorns. If the consignor is not a member of the American Milking Shorthorn Society (AMSS), their membership will be paid for the current year with sale proceeds.

2. All animals must be registered in the AMSS Herdbook at any Herdbook level (Full, EXP, GE, GI, etc.).

3. Sale is open to Male and Female consignments, Embryo and Semen Lots.

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5. For animals sold by partnerships or syndicates, there must be a written agreement from each member of the syndicate or partnership for usage of any sale income to purchase another animal at the sale.

6. If the consignor owes any money to AMSS, the sale proceeds will be used to cover that debt. Any money after the debt is paid minus sale commission and any other monies owed to AMSS will be paid to the consignor per normal policy.

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for collecting debt or money owed for or to third parties.

8. Net proceeds from animals sold in this sale can be utilized toward the purchase of other animals in this sale as long as no other part of these terms apply or are applied.

9. All health testing is the responsibility of the seller and will be performed immediately after the sale per the requirements of the buyer’s state.

10. Any animal sold or exhibited as registered by AMSS can be DNA-typed and breed ID with genomics at the discretion of

Let the AMSS help market your Bull!

The AMSS Board of Directors is in the process of creating a bull book to further our breed promotion. This book will feature all collected bulls, in some form, available to maximize the genetic diversity and potential in your herd. We are currently searching for a list of privately collected sires available for marketing. All bulls must be registered with the AMSS (GE, GR, G1, G12, EXP or Full Herdbook), have a proper NAAB code, be DNA tested, and have available semen. The Bull Book will have a variety of different marketing opportunities for you to promote your genetics. A form was included in the renewal membership packet to assist you in providing us with complete information. The form is also available on our website at www.milkingshorthorn.com.

The form should be sent to AMSS, 23515 Range Road, Union City, PA 16438 by April 15, 2015. Any questions regarding the bull book or form, please contact Jason Heeter at heeter2000@yahoo.com, phone: 814-259-3864.

We look forward to partnering with you to promote the genetics within your herd and the Milking Shorthorn breed!

the Executive Secretary, all expenses to be paid by AMSS. 11. The sale commission will be 7.5% of the selling price for all consignments. This does not include the cataloging fee. However, consignors who donate all proceeds to the AMSS will not be subject to any expense including the cataloging fee.

12. Embryos consigned must have been collected and frozen by an American Embryo Transfer Association certified practitioner. A copy of the recovery sheet must accompany embryo consignments. Shipping of embryos will be at the expense of the buyer.

13. All consignments must be in the office no later than February 15, 2015 with a cataloging fee of $25 per consignment (live lots & Embryo lots) $10 per Semen Lot. Consignments that are for any reason turned down by the sale committee before the catalog is started will have their $25/$10 fee promptly returned. Once the catalog is started, and the lot is accepted, the $25/$10 catalog fee is retained by AMSS. 14. All entries MUST be submitted with pictures and/or videos of their consignment which will be posted online.

15. Sellers may put a reserve bid on their consignments.

16. Trucking will be the responsibility of the buyer or may be negotiated between buyer and seller. AMSS will not be responsible for arranging trucking.

17. Catalog will only be available online.

Catalog will be online at least one-week prior to start of sale.

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Arizona

Indiana

Arkansas

New Hampshire

Iowa

California

PML

Easy Calving, Gentle, Color, & Super Mothers FOR SALE: Heifer & Bull Calves P.M. Lyman Watkinsville, Georgia 30677 (706) 769-5909 pmlyman@earthlink.net

Idaho

Illinois

Sandy River Farms L. Herbert & Brenda York

560 Farmington Falls Rd Farmington, ME 04938 (207)778-3835

Milking Shorthorns Holsteins

Minnesota

Eichler Cattle Mike & Jill Eichler

Registered Milking Shorthorn, Jersey & Holsteins

17755-75th Street NE, Oak Park, MN

320.968.7880 l Mike-320.333.6521 l Jill-320.333.6523 "If your dreams don't scare you, then they are not big enough"

Missouri

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Maine

Georgia Purebred Shorthorns

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Texas

Oklahoma

Canada

Wisconsin

Oregon

South Dakota Contact Purebred Publishing to be included in this breeder's directory 614.339.5393

Please remember to record your embryo flushes with the AMSS plus DNA your dams of flushes.

Any questions call Junia @ 608.365.3332 ext. 102

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