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Table of Contents Headquarters, by Blake Nelson Commercial Connection, by Josh Cribbs AMAA Annual Meeting Recap National Maine-Anjou Show Complete Results AMAA Announcements & Updates North American International Livestock Expo Complete Results Junior Update, by Kendall Leonhard Index/Dateline
LINDSEY BROEK, EDITOR/DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS 204 Marshall Rd., Platte City, MO 64079 Lindsey@amaapc.com • (816) 858-9954
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MAINE-ANJOU Headquarters
M. BLAKE NELSON EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT Happy New Year! I hope that you and your crew had a blessed holiday season. I am thankful to work every day for you and this outstanding breed of cattle. There are many things that we have to look forward to, starting with the Cattlemen’s Congress and the National Western Stock Show. Participation will be extremely high, and the anticipation for these great AMAA events has all of us motivated to make 2026 the best year to date for MAINE-ANJOU. This past year has brought record cattle prices in the beef business. We have seen increased interest in Maine genetics on both the showring and commercial sides. Whether it has been in the top five backdrops for the females or in many of the champion market steer lineage, we have seen Maine at the top of the list. It is an exciting time to be in the Maine business, and as we look to the future, a couple of key goals that our staff would like to focus on for 2026 are as follows. INCREASE INDUSTRY ACCEPTABILITY AND IMPROVE PERCEPTION OF MAINE ANJOU INCREASE VISIBILITY - Maine-Anjou cattle have a lot to offer the industry and we have to let cattlemen know that the Modern Maine-Anjou can help any cowherd walking. JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2026 8
We are much more than a show breed, just give us a chance! ADOPT TECHNOLOGY - we as a breed must better utilize the tools that are available for cattlemen today. DNA/Genomics is one area where we can grow and make more information available, not only for selection in our herds but also for potential buyers (they expect this information, and to gain market share, we need to provide it). We have reasonably priced genomic tests available. If you have any questions about how to implement this in your herd, please visit with Rylee or Josh. We recommend young herd sires, donors, and high-use herd bulls as great places to start. COMMERCIAL BUYER PERCEPTION - our cattle often get pigeon-holed as only club calves at market, which gives the buyers a chance to discount. Today’s Maine cattle are so much better suited to the beef industry, and we have to educate and show how our genetics perform in the feedlot and on the rail. Being mindful of how we market our cattle, we will attempt to educate the sale outlets on what the Modern Maine-Anjou is and can do. The feedlot operators love our cattle, and they do extremely well on the rail, but it’s the points in between where we have to improve our name. We can do this! So, I say to you, breeders: great work, and please stay the course. I feel that we are on the correct path. The use of progressive genetics, leveraging science and genomics, and ramping up your local marketing are the ingredients needed to reach our destination. Traveling throughout the country, I see so many people recognizing the “Modern Maine-Anjou” and what it can bring to the industry. The Cattleman’s Congress will be a great event for Maine-Anjou, so please consider
joining us in Oklahoma City, January 7- 11. We start on Thursday, January 8th, with our Sale Cattle Evaluation at 2 p.m. Friday, Jan 9th, will be the Maine Angus and MaineTainer show. On Saturday, January10th, there will be the Pen Bull and Heifer Shows, the Bright Lights Sale, and the Maine Exchange Sale. Sunday, January 11th, will be the High Maine, Bulls, and Fullblood shows. The National Western Stock Show will fire up the following week with the Power In the Pens Sale Eval, Thursday, January 15, at 2 p.m. The Pen Bull Show on Friday, January 16th at 1 p.m. The Power In the Pens Sale will be on Saturday, January 17th at 11 a.m. MST (New Time). Then, we will have the Junior Maine-Anjou show on Sunday afternoon and the Open Show on Monday morning. For more information on all these events, please visit our homepage at maine-anjou. org, check out our Facebook page, or contact us directly. As always, if we can assist you in any way, please let us know. Thank you for a great year at AMAA, and we hope to see you down the road! *** Recently the American Maine-Anjou Association Board of Directors did adopt a new policy stating that new memberships will not be required to have a set prefix (options are limited for new members). However, all current and previous memberships will retain their herd prefixes and can be utilized accordingly. If you have any questions regarding this change, please contact myself or any staff members. Take care, Blake MAINE-ANJOU - Power without Sacrifice!
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MAINE-ANJOU Commercial Connection
JOSHUA CRIBBS
DIRECTOR OF PROMOTION & BREED ADVANCEMENT
Bull buying season is upon us, which brings about the next opportunity to further the genetic push and progress of your operation. The current cattle market is signaling that the foundation we build upon in these next few years will make all the difference in not only our operations’ growth but also their earning potentials. Whether you market 10 feeder calves or 100, cattle are always rewarded on lean efficient growth and a constant commitment to mashing the scale. With higher feeder cattle prices, come higher bull prices. That said, considerations for multiple breeding seasons, percentage of Maine-Anjou to inject in the calf crop based upon cow genetic makeup, and the relationship you’ll build with your bull supplier will be just a few of the important things to look into when making your next herd sire selection. As a bull seller, be prepared for buyers to want more information. It seems like now, more than ever, there is a strong desire for verification. Genetic predictors are certainly part of that, but bull pedigree JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2026 10
and generational predictability is extremely valuable in today’s marketplace, too. Selling cattle – let alone bulls in today’s industry – is built strongly on relationships and commitment to the buyer’s success. As we move through the Winter and head toward this year’s breeding season, make sure selection pressure is centered around quality pedigrees backed by generational progress. This should create a consistent homogeneous product that commands value and demonstrates your breeder commitment to quality. Spring isn’t far off, and it brings about calving season and a chance to see if last year’s mating decisions were not only correct but also achieved the goals you set forth within your operation in 2025. It’s important to remember that just because something didn’t work like you thought it would, doesn’t mean it didn’t create value. The month of January will bring about the Cattlemen’s Congress Bright Light’s Sale and the National Western Power in the Pens Sale, for Maine-Anjou breeders and enthusiasts. These sales will serve as a test of where
the value lies for Maine-Anjou cattle in the coming months. It’s extremely exciting to be in a time where our breed is not only sought after but also marketed at an intense level. Maine-Anjou is as strong and as valuable as it’s been in recent years. I look forward to the coming months – bull sale season, calf reports, and breeder visits most especially. 2026 is sure to be a great year as we continue our work in growing belief and demand for Maine-Anjou sired cattle within the beef industry. As always, don’t hesitate to call, reach out, or lean on us for questions regarding percentage and mating flexibility. We look forward to seeing you in Oklahoma City and Denver, at the turn of the New Year. Merry Christmas and safe travels to you all! It’s Powerful. It’s Progressive. It’s Modern Maine-Anjou!
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MAINE-ANJOU ANNUAL MEETING & HALL OF FAME INDUCTION THURSDAY, OCTOBER 23, KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI
President Marty Van Vliet thanks retiring Region 2 Director, Cali O’Hara, Montana, for her dedicated service on the AMAA Board of Directors.
President Marty Van Vliet thanks retiring Region 1 Director, Brent Tolle, Kentucky, for his dedicated service on the AMAA Board of Directors.
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Pictured (From left): Joel & Julene DeRouchey, Wamego, Kan., Fred & Joan DeRouchey, Mitchell, S.D., Jon DeRouchey, De Pere, Wis., & James DeRouchey, Wamego, Kan. Unable to attend was son, Jeff DeRouchey, Sioux Falls, S.D.
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HALL OF FAME DEROUCHEY CATTLE COMPANY FRED & JOAN DEROUCHEY
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Cory Thomsen hugs Fred DeRouchey after being presented with the induction into the Heritage Road Hall of Fame.
Fred receives a standing ovation from the crowd after receiving his award.
Fred & Joan DeRouchey, DeRouchey Cattle Company with their custom portrait painted by Michelle Weber.
The American Maine-Anjou Association (AMAA) Heritage Road honors influential individuals and breeding programs whose contributions have left a permanent imprint on the Maine-Anjou breed. Operations recognized with this distinction have been pioneers; programs that pushed the breed forward and remained committed to improving each generation. Selected by the AMAA Board of Directors, each honoree is commemorated with a portrait that lines the halls of the AMAA, ensuring we forever recognize those who paved the way for Maine-Anjou. Few names embody that legacy more fully than DeRouchey Cattle Company and its founders, Fred and Joan DeRouchey, of Mitchell, South Dakota. Known for dedication, quality, and an unwavering commitment to excellence, the DeRouchey name has been synonymous with leadership in the Maine-Anjou breed for decades. Fred and Joan began their journey in Maine-Anjou cattle in 1994, guided by a lifelong passion for raising superior breeding stock. From the start, they focused on breeding cattle with consistency, performance, and eye appeal. Their program earned national recognition, and their cattle represented the operation with distinction both in and out of the showring. DCC was a true family operation, with their sons, Jon, Joel, and Jeff, and their
families playing vital roles in its continued success. Before establishing DCC, the DeRoucheys spent 25 years raising Chester White and Crossbred hogs, earning the Chester White Distinguished Service Award at the 2015 World Pork Expo. That same year, Fred was honored as the Maine Man for his service to the AMAA. Fred also served on the AMAA Board of Directors from 1998–2004, including three years on the executive committee. Throughout the years, DCC has earned significant recognition both nationally and within the breed. In 2002, DCC was named the National Seedstock Producer. In 2004, they received the American Junior MaineAnjou Association (AJMAA) Maine Helper Award. They were awarded the AMAA National Breeder of the Year Award in 2001, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 & 2009. DCC was the breeder of many National Champion bulls and females and earned multiple Premier Breeder and Premier Exhibitor honors. Their success extended to the National Western Stock Show, where they exhibited several Champion and Reserve Champion pens of three Maine-Anjou bulls and females. DCC’s success was rooted in thoughtful planning, disciplined selection, and the early adoption of advanced reproductive and genetic tools. Artificial insemination, embryo transfer, performance data, and carcass information were foundational to
their program. Fred was also ahead of his time in using GeneStar DNA testing for tenderness and feed efficiency, embracing genomic technology long before it became common practice. He chose the MaineAnjou breed for its versatility, disposition, and value to both the showring and commercial cattle sectors. At its height, the DCC program maintained a core herd of 180 cows and 150 recipients, partnering with cooperative herds to expand their genetic reach. From 1999–2007, DCC was the largest recorder of registered Maine-Anjou cattle. Each year, they marketed approximately 250 bulls and 400 females through their annual February sale and private treaty offerings, with cattle ultimately reaching nearly every state and Canada. Their reputation for integrity, customer service, and lasting relationships became a defining hallmark of the DCC prefix. Among their most influential sires was Polled Energizer, one of the breed’s foundational herd bulls whose genetic impact continues to shape Maine-Anjou cattle today. Fred’s mentorship and genuine willingness to help others left a meaningful mark on their herdsmen, customers, and colleagues throughout the livestock community. The DeRoucheys have left an enduring mark on the Maine-Anjou breed, on South Dakota agriculture, and on the livestock JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2026 21
industry nationwide. Known not only for their livestock excellence but also for their generosity and willingness to lend a hand, Fred and Joan represent the very best of their communities. Their life’s work stands as a testament to hard work, vision, perseverance, and their Catholic Faith in God. Congratulations to DeRouchey Cattle Company, Fred & Joan DeRouchey, on being named the 2025 Maine-Anjou Heritage Road Hall of Fame Inductees, on a remarkable legacy and lasting impact on the Maine-Anjou community. Jim Cowan, Wisconsin, and Ryan Johnson, South Dakota, congratulate Fred on his award.
Fred & Joan DeRouchey, DeRouchey Cattle Company received a custom portrait painted by Michelle Weber.
The American Maine-Anjou Association would like to thank those that attended our National meeting to honor and support DeRouchey Cattle Company with their induction into the AMAA Heritage Road Hall of Fame.
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SHOW ANIMALS OF THE YEAR AWARDS
Congratulations to the 2024-2025 Show Animal of the Year Award winners for their continued support and promotion of Maine-Anjou, Maine Angus & MaineTainer genetics at the local, state and National level!
MAINE-ANJOU SHOW FEMALES
GOLD - SLOANE CURTIN, IOWA SILVER - BRET PEMBROOK, OKLAHOMA (NOT PICTURED) BRONZE - SARA RIMPEL, TEXAS
MAINE ANGUS SHOW FEMALES
GOLD - ANDREW MEIER, TENNESSEE (NOT PICTURED) SILVER - TEAGAN DEYOE, KANSAS BRONZE - ABBY TLACH, IOWA (NOT PICTURED)
MAINETAINER SHOW FEMALES
GOLD - LANDRY TIBBITTS, WISCONSIN SILVER - RYLEE SHORT, IOWA BRONZE - KARLI BERHEIMER, PENNSYLVANIA (NOT PICTURED)
FULLBLOOD SHOW FEMALES
GOLD - TYLER LOUDON, IOWA SILVER - FANCY CREEK FARM OF THE PRAIRIE CROSS, ILLINOIS BRONZE - WYATT EBERSOLE, IOWA
MAINE-ANJOU SHOW BULLS
GOLD - BORMANN LISS, IOWA SILVER - CLAYTON HAYES, OKLAHOMA BRONZE - SARA RIMPEL, TEXAS
MAINETAINER SHOW BULLS
GOLD - NICHOLAS VIDOVICH, PENNSYLVANIA (NOT PICTURED)
SILVER - ASHLYN MOOL, ILLINOIS (NOT PICTURED) BRONZE - MUIR CATTLE CO., OHIO (NOT PICTURED)
FULLBLOOD SHOW BULLS
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AMERICAN ROYAL N AT I O N A L M A I N E - A N J O U S H O W Maine-Anjou Bulls
GRAND CHAMPION BULL BKMT MAINE STREET 901M ET SIRE: GCC BELMONT ET DAM: MTF GOOSE BUMPS 901G MARCH 24, 2024 EXHIBITED BY BUCK CATTLE CO., MADILL, OKLA., CARTER CATTLE, STRATFORD, OKLA., & GRISWOLD CATTLE, LLC, STILLWATER, OKLA.
RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION BULL KABG NASDAQ 24N ET SIRE: BBR MADE MAN 15K DAM: KABG MAZY 275K ET FEB. 25, 2025 EXHIBITED BY GREYSON BELCHER, BLAKESBURG, IOWA
MaineTainer Bulls
GRAND CHAMPION BULL MKL GOLDMEMBER 921M ET SIRE: SCC SCH 24 KARAT 838 DAM: GHC GETTING REAL 922G MARCH 19, 2024 EXHIBITED BY MADISON LOSCHKE, KINGSDOWN, KAN. JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2026 24
RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION BULL ZWC CASH DEAL ET SIRE: BBR MEMPHIS MAFIA 3E ET DAM: RJ ZWC JOE 283K JAN. 9, 2024 EXHIBITED BY MADDY HUSCHITT, BROWNTOWN, WIS.
AMERICAN ROYAL N AT I O N A L M A I N E - A N J O U S H O W Fullblood Bulls
GRAND CHAMPION BULL FCF RED EAGLE 436M SIRE: FCF RED STONE 06H DAM: JJN MISS 132A APRIL 2, 2024 EXHIBITED BY FANCY CREEK FARM OF THE PRAIRIE CROSS, SPRINGFIELD, MO.
RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION BULL HLN JUST LUCKY ET SIRE: JUSTIN DAM: ECC MISSY 201H APRIL 2, 2025 EXHIBITED BY JUSTIN HERLAN, BLUEJACKET, OKLA.
Fullblood Females
GRAND CHAMPION FEMALE TEAM T-BONE 2.OHHH SIRE: JUSTIN DAM: FCF SEQUEL 7201E JAN. 19, 2024 EXHIBITED BY TYLER LOUDON, CRESTON, IOWA
RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION FEMALE TLLC SEQUEL 4M6 ET SIRE: JUSTIN DAM: FCF SEQUEL 7201E SEPT. 16, 2024 EXHIBITED BY TYLER LOUDON, CRESTON, IOWA JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2026 25
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GRAND CHAMPION JUNIOR MAINE-ANJOU FEMALE
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CARL MILLIE 48M SIRE: BBR KINGSTON 68K ET DAM: CARL GIANA 3G ET MARCH 24, 2024 EXHIBITED BY CARTER HOGE, GOOD HOPE, ILL.
CARL MILLIE 48M SIRE: BBR KINGSTON 68K ET DAM: CARL GIANA 3G ET MARCH 24, 2024 EXHIBITED BY CARTER HOGE, GOOD HOPE, ILL.
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FX MARLEY 737M ET SIRE: WEIS ALL ME 10F DAM: JABR GWEN 98G MARCH 11, 2024 EXHIBITED BY RYLEE SHORT, MASONVILLE, IOWA
FX MARLEY 737M ET SIRE: WEIS ALL ME 10F DAM: JABR GWEN 98G MARCH 11, 2024 EXHIBITED BY RYLEE SHORT, MASONVILLE, IOWA
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RIM PKL NOELLE 210 ET SIRE: TJSC END GAME 61G ET DAM: GOF MISS PRINCESS 210H MARCH 4, 2025 EXHIBITED BY LAYLA HOWTON, SHEPHERD, TEXAS
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WLSS MISS NOVA 225N SIRE: LISS MR LUDACRIST 915L DAM: TREB MISS KINLEY 825K MAY 5, 2025 EXHIBITED BY WINSLOW LISS, ALGONA, IOWA
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DKBF ANNISTON 210N ET SIRE: BNWZ DATA BANK 1311C ET DAM: PCC ANNISTON 215F FEB. 3, 2025 EXHIBITED BY BAYLOR HOFFMAN, LAMONI, IOWA
SLIK MISS DAISY ET SIRE: WEIS ALL ME 10F DAM: BTLR CHER 5F OCT. 22, 2024 EXHIBITED BY VIOLET REED, WINFIELD, KAN.
CHAMPION SUMMER YEARLING
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TREB MISS MAXINE 4125M SIRE: LDSC UNLEASHED ET DAM: TREB MISS JOSIE 125J MAY 7, 2024 EXHIBITED BY DANIEL SULLIVAN, DUNLAP, IOWA
BK NOTORIOUS 500N SIRE: SLIM ME TOO 5K DAM: MTF MISS 946G ET JAN. 13, 2025 EXHIBITED BY REES TOLER, BIDWELL, OHIO
DUST SUGAR GAL 82M ET SIRE: BNWZ DATA BANK 1311C ET DAM: GCC SUGAR MOMMA 401H ET OCT. 20, 2024 EXHIBITED BY KYA RHODES, ADA, OKLA.
JCC MADISON 22M SIRE: WEIS ALL ME 10F DAM: BBR GIANNA 788G ET JULY 25, 2024 EXHIBITED BY KAISSON JONES, CHAPIN, ILL.
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GRAND CHAMPION FEMALE LDSC BLACKCAP 486M ET SIRE: JBOY ONE FOR ALL 001J ET DAM: BULLERMAN BLACKCAP 0129 MAY 5, 2024 EXHIBITED BY ASHER SHORT, MASONVILLE, IOWA
RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION FEMALE MINN MY LADY KATIE 438M ET SIRE: COLBURN PRIMO 5153 DAM: MINN KATIE 9B APRIL 25, 2024 EXHIBITED BY MAGGIE GRISWOLD, STILLWATER, OKLA.
GRAND CHAMPION JUNIOR MAINE ANGUS FEMALE CMCC MAGICAL CHILL 431M ET SIRE: PVF DLX KING PIN 0058 DAM: MTF COLD CHILLS 501 MARCH 18, 2024 EXHIBITED BY TRIPP YOCHAM, SAPULPA, OKLA.
RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION JUNIOR MAINE ANGUS FEMALE LDSC BLACKCAP 486M ET SIRE: JBOY ONE FOR ALL 001J ET DAM: BULLERMAN BLACKCAP 0129 MAY 5, 2024 EXHIBITED BY ASHER SHORT, MASONVILLE, IOWA
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CHAMPION LATE JUNIOR HEIFER CALF
BTLR TSSC FIRST LADY 304N ET SIRE: TLAC SAFETY FIRST 1913J DAM: MINN KATIE 016H ET MARCH 2, 2025 EXHIBITED BY MADDIE SMITH, ATHENS, TEXAS
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BARLO HIGH-RISE ROXY SIRE: TLAC SAFETY FIRST 1913J DAM: LAIN ROXANNE 60L JAN. 4, 2025 EXHIBITED BY LOGANNE BARTA, YUTAN, NEB.
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SIL HATTIE 5312N ET SIRE: SILVEIRAS FORBES 8088 DAM: JABR HATTIE 131H ET MARCH 12, 2025 EXHIBITED BY SILVEIRA BROTHERS, FIREBAUGH, CALIF.
JLAS QUEEN RUTH 13M ET SIRE: WEIS ALL ME 10F DAM: UDE QUEEN RUTH 9088 SEPT. 12, 2024 EXHIBITED BY GREYSON BELCHER, BLAKESBURG, IOWA
COWAN’S MAJESTY 703N ET SIRE: BPF KINGMAKER 162C DAM: CF PROVEN QUEEN 138J FEB. 4, 2025 EXHIBITED BY REMIE NYFFENEGGER, DARLINGTON, WIS.
RWBC SARAS DREAM 418M ET SIRE: BNWZ DATA BANK 1311C ET DAM: COLBURN SARAS DREAM 7027 NOV. 29, 2024 EXHIBITED BY TYSON KOVACH, SHINGLE SPRINGS, CALIF.
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CMCC MADE WITH STYLE 4028M ET SIRE: SILVEIRAS STYLE 9303 DAM: MISS HIDDEN GEM 899F ET JUNE 22, 2024 EXHIBITED BY TEDDI CRAFT, ANADARKO, OKLA.
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MOOL MIKAYLA 404M ET SIRE: JBOY ONE FOR ALL 001J ET DAM: TOP LINE ERICA 7034 FEB. 26, 2024 EXHIBITED BY KENZIE GLENNY, BLACKWELL, OKLA.
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AMERICAN ROYAL N AT I O N A L M A I N E - A N J O U S H O W MaineTainer Females
GRAND CHAMPION MAINETAINER FEMALE MISS SHOWCASE DIAMOND SIRE: LTN TOLD YA SO K28 ET DAM: BRATCHER LUCKY CHARM 809 MARCH 28, 2024 EXHIBITED BY LANDRY TIBBITS, MINERAL POINT, WIS.
RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION MAINETAINER FEMALE PRA BEYONCE SIRE: NMR MATERNAL MADE DAM: SUPERMAN FEB. 25, 2024 EXHIBITED BY REED PRATT, PUEBLO, COLO.
GRAND CHAMPION JUNIOR MAINETAINER FEMALE HARKERS TRIXIE 0105 M101 ET SIRE: WEIS ALL ME 10F DAM: CELL TRIXIE 0105H JAN. 14, 2024 EXHIBITED BY CHASE HARKER, HOPE, IND.
RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION JUNIOR MAINETAINER FEMALE TSSC BTOM MILA KUNIS 4114M ET SIRE: TJSC END GAME 61G ET DAM: JSZC TSSC LARISSA 49G ET APRIL 18, 2024 EXHIBITED BY HOGAN HENDRICKSON, FARMLAND, IND.
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Divisions MAINE-ANJOU No Photo CHAMPION LATE SPRING HEIFER CALF
RESERVE LATE JUNIOR HEIFER CALF
TLAC NADINE 2107N ET SIRE: TLAC HITS DIFFERENT 1409L ET DAM: MPJ GRACE AND STYLE 909G MARCH 10, 2024 EXHIBITED BY JENNA TLACH, PROLE, IOWA
C4 BARKERS MISS DIAMOND SIRE: C4 BARKERS JAG DAM: WLF/SFI COWGIRLS DON’T CRY APRIL 2, 2025 EXHIBITED BY MACI BECKMAN, JERSEYVILLE, ILL.
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RESERVE EARLY SPRING HEIFER CALF
CHAMPION SENIOR HEIFER CALF
CHAMPION EARLY SPRING HEIFER CALF TLAC NEELY 9936N ET SIRE: CRLL PRIMETIME DAM: BOE MISS FITZY ET FEB. 3, 2025 EXHIBITED BY ABBY TLACH, PROLE, IOWA
RESERVE SENIOR HEIFER CALF
MISTIE MAY ET SIRE: CRLL PRIMETIME DAM: KBSC MAGGIE MAY 815F ET FEB. 8, 2024 EXHIBITED BY BREK COLANTONIO, MOSCOW, KAN.
HARKERS TRIXIE M307 ET SIRE: DUEL ICON 802F DAM: CELL TRIXIE 0105H OCT. 10, 2024 EXHIBITED BY CHASE HARKER, HOPE, IND.
PKL KMEM MILLIE 9M SIRE: KMEM TURN IT UP 196K DAM: HOCK MISS 500C SEPT. 21, 2024 EXHIBITED BY GRACE SULLIVAN, DUNLAP, IOWA
CHAMPION SUMMER YEARLING
RESERVE SUMMER YEARLING
GROUP CLASSES
PDM MATILDA SIRE: PDM JUSTIFIED J10 ET DAM: PDM BARBIE’S COOKIE 000F MAY 18, 2023 EXHIBITED BY JODY MEAD, MCPHERSON, KAN.
KABG MEGAN 430M ET SIRE: CRLL PRIMETIME DAM: WW SWSN PAIGE 960G MAY 10, 2024 EXHIBITED BY RYLEE GERMAN, OTTUMWA, IOWA
Premier Exhibitor TYLER LOUDON, CRESTON, IOWA
BEST 6 HEAD BEST 4 HEAD PRODUCE OF DAM GET OF SIRE EXHIBITED BY TYLER LOUDON, CRESTON, IOWA
Premier Breeder TYLER LOUDON, CRESTON, IOWA
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MAINE-ANJOU Announcements, News & Events
REGISTRATION WORK PAYMENT UPDATE At the recent American Maine-Anjou Association board meeting it was decided that all registration work must be paid by credit card in order to be released.
MEMBERSHIP SERVICES & MAGAZINE SUBSCRIPTION Memberships/Dues run from January to December of each year. 2026 Adult dues are $150 (includes magazine). 2026 Junior dues are $50 (Magazine can be ordered for an additional $40). Note: Dues need to be current to register, transfer, sell, or show cattle. MAPP ENROLLMENT DEADLINE MAPP enrollment will open September 2nd and will close on Dec. 15, 2025. Reminders will sent in October 2025. To remain in the program, MAPP members must pay their dues by Jan. 1, 2026. If you have questions on MAPP, please get in touch with MaKayla Hern at makayla@amaapc.com or call the AMAA office at 816-431-9950 Ext. 4. INVOICE AND STATMENT HISTORY: Log into your Digital Beef account. Under the profile information are tabs that run right to left across the screen. Click on “Account.” You may view your current and past invoices by selecting “Show Invoice History.” The information listed under invoice history includes notes when work is held for payment, held for testing, and mailed. If you click “Download Work Detail” in red on the right side of the screen, it will provide your current fees charged. DETAILED STATEMENT: A detailed statement can be created with a date range. This is a good tool to use for tax purposes. DONOR INVENTORY: When cows are flushed from your herd, you JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2026 32
may log each donor’s dates and inventory count. • From the left side toolbar, select “Breeding.” and then click on “Embryo Inventory”. • Add new Embryo • Enter the registration numbers of the dam and sire of the donor flushed. • Enter Flush Date • Click on “Find these” • Enter quantity, Tank, and Canister, then click “Save Inventory.” • When selling your inventory, click on “Breeding”. • Select “Embryo Transfer”. • Click on Embryo Inventory in red. • Click on the Blue Link that says “Record Sale”. • Enter how many embryos that were sold. • Enter the buyer member number and date sold. • Transfer embryos to buyer.
Agreement.” If a membership is submitted without choosing a program, the new member will be placed in the Breeders Choice program.
INCOMPLETE REGISTRATION AND PERFORMANCE DATA: If work is submitted for weaning and yearling but not completed, AMAA will delete the entry within three business days, and the work will need to be added once the data is provided. AMAA will also delete registrations with incomplete fields such as blank dams, sires, birthdates, names, tattoos, or not owners of the dam that are entered within two weeks. The exception would be registration entries that are pending due to testing. Please be aware that once a registration has been entered and the “Validate” button is selected, it goes to the registrar to be completed, invoiced, and closed. AMAA will attempt to contact you before deleting the entry via email.
HELPFUL TIPS WHEN REGISTERING: Follow the tips below to avoid delays in your registration work during our busy season. Double-check that all blanks and information are complete before mailing or submitting online. Things most commonly missed are: o Missing herd prefix and herd ID o Birthdates o Date of sale o Name of animal o Payment Make sure the person registering the animal owns the dam, with the exception of ET calves. If an ET calf, make sure the donor dam has DNA verified and has been PHA & TH tested with the results on file. If you are checking on testing work, please e-mail Rylee at rylee@amaapc. com. When calling or e-mailing, please have the name and breeder number of the person submitting the work. When registering annual active dams for performance-only animals, please submit them online if you have the capability. This will help the registrar process them tremendously.
NEW MEMBERS: All new members must choose a program when submitting a new membership. The two available programs are MAPP and Breeders Choice. More information on these two programs is available by visiting Maine-anjou. org and clicking “Member Services” and “MAPP
MEMBERSHIP ACCOUNTS It is the AMAA policy to only share account information with those authorized on an active account, no matter the account holder’s age. The account holder must provide written permission to add a person(s) to their account to transfer and register on their behalf. Anyone not authorized to access an account will not be provided passwords or invoice information, regardless of age or relation to the account holder. The account holder can only call or e-mail the AMAA directly to remove or add any person(s) to/from their account. Any authorized person on the account can register, transfer, obtain, or change passwords once they are on the account.
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We appreciate you and your business and want to ensure that the registration process runs smoothly. Thank you in advance for your extra time in ensuring that all work is correct, complete, and received in a timely manner.
REGISTRATIONS: The AMAA will assess a $5 fee for any registration work received by fax, e-mail, or mail. To avoid this fee, please log into your online Digital Beef account to complete all registration work. New forms can be downloaded from our main webpage under Digital Beef/ Registrations—Printable Forms. If you need assistance logging into your online account, please contact us at maine@amaapc.com. If work is faxed or e-mailed, it is the breeder’s responsibility to give us a follow-up phone call to ensure that the work is legible and to cover all fees. BLOCK REGISTRATION DISCOUNTS: Want to save on registration costs? Consider pre-paying for a block of registrations. The cost savings are as follows: • 15 head - 12% • 25 head - 15% • 50 head - 20% • 75 head - 25% • 100 head - 30% Blocks may only be used on animals under 13 months of age, not on steers or foundation animals. They are valid from January 1 to December 31 of each year. Any unused block registration numbers will expire. Block purchases must be pre-paid prior to registration. If you want to purchase a block, please get in touch with us at 816-431-9950 Ext. 2. FOUNDATION ANIMALS: Non-registered bulls and females must be entered as foundation animals prior to progeny being registered. All current “P” (performance only) cattle will be grandfathered into the program. If the sire is an AI sire and registered
at another breed association, the pedigree and testing must be on file with the AMAA. Adding a sire pedigree will be a one-time charge of $40. If the AMAA finds that another breeder has already paid for the pedigree, the $40 charge will not be applied. Dams registered at another breed association may also be added for a one-time charge of $25. See the new self-billing sheet for foundation fees.
ONLINE TRANSFERS: When transferring an animal online, ensure there is no member number already created for the buyer. Creating more than one number for an individual creates registration problems later. If you find the buyer in the system at a different address, please notify the buyer first to confirm the address and then notify the AMAA office to update the account. It is always a good idea to search for the buyer using the search tool before doing the work; that way, if they have a different address, it is caught before entering the registration and transfer. When creating a new profile for a buyer, please never give a junior a farm name. Please enter the junior’s name on the farm line and also as the contact. RUSH ORDERS: If you are selling an animal, please register and transfer it in a timely manner to avoid extra charges and assure buyers they are purchasing from a reputable businessperson. Rush work will be done in the order received; a rush fee is currently $50 (covers eight heads). No work will be released until payment is complete. Rush work is processed ahead of the regular work received in our office and mailed by regular mail within one to two business days. We will do our best to complete the rush work received in our office by 2 p.m. (Monday through Friday). There is no same-day turnaround. If the work requires a registration number only, it will still be considered a rush as we still have to process the work to obtain the number.
BULL CALF REGISTRATION: If registering a bull calf born after Jan. 1, 2014, it must be TH/PHA free by parentage or have testing completed before registering and on file with the AMAA. Carriers will no longer be registered but may be entered as foundation animals. All progeny out of a Foundation carrier bull must be tested free of that defect before registration. The animal will not be registered if registrations are submitted before testing has been completed. Instead, the animal will be given a performance number. Once the animal has been tested, the registration will be completed at the regular rate based on the animal’s age at the time the test is completed. Once the animal has been tested, the registration may be completed at the regular rate. Please plan accordingly, as testing can take up to three or four weeks. MAINE ANGUS PAPERS: Digital Beef will automatically convert cow/ heifer registrations to Maine Angus if they qualify. The registrar will review all Maine-Angus bulls applied for before converting to Maine-Angus. A Maine Angus paper will be blue, with Maine Angus under the Maine logo and MaineTainer across the center of the paper. The animal can be shown as a MaineTainer if no Maine Angus division is at the show. MAINE ANGUS REQUIREMENTS Maine Angus refers to cattle with the following characteristics: • The animal will have between 3/8 MaineAnjou to 5/8 Maine-Anjou blood and have between 3/8 registered Angus to 5/8 registered Angus and/or registered Red Angus blood. • The standard is that both parents must be registered at the AMAA, American Angus Association (AAA), or Red Angus Association of America (RAAA), which will provide validated lineage. • Qualifying cattle can have no more than 1/8 of non-registered blood or other breeds. JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2026 33
MAINE-ANJOU Announcements, News & Events
• A registered Maine Angus bull must be proven free of genetic defects PHA and TH. Depending on the Maine Angus bull’s genetic makeup, the individual must also be proven free of known Angus lethal genetic defects (Ex. AM, NH, and CA) and/or known lethal Red Angus genetic defects (Ex. AM, NH, CA and OS) whether determined by pedigree or test. • A registered Maine Angus female must be proven free of PHA and TH, whether identified by pedigree or test. MAINE ANGUS COLOR REQUIREMENTS: All qualifying individuals will be predominately solid black or red in color. White markings are only allowed on the underline and switch of the tail. Starting Jan. 1, 2019, all animals that have qualified and registered as Maine Angus before Jan. 1, 2019, will retain their Maine Angus papers but cannot exhibit/show in the Maine Angus division. However, these animals are eligible to show as MaineTainers. OTHER AMAA UPDATES: Please update any change in address, phone numbers, or e-mails with the AMAA by e-mailing us at maine@amaapc.com or logging into your online account. If you have a credit card on file and have received a new card, please make sure to call us to replace the new card on file. Credit cards are not automatically saved when paying online. MAINE-ANJOU CATTLE FOR SALE: Are you looking for cattle to purchase or consign? Do not forget to check out our consignment sale list at the top of the Digital Beef Cattle search screen called “Maine-Anjou Cattle for Sale.” Active breeders may use this tool to consign animals if they have a login for Digital Beef.
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DNA REMINDERS
The normal Neogen lab turnaround time is approximately 3 – 4 weeks. Turnaround times are longer for multiple tests on one sample. Turnaround times may also be extended on hair samples as it is more labor intensive to process the sample. We encourage you to submit samples as quickly as you can in order to avoid testing and registration delays. - NEW – All samples turned in on a hair card will be charged an additional $5 per sample. - NEW – All samples that must be pulled from inventory will be charged an additional $5 per sample for the sample pull fee. - AMAA will accept blood cards, tissue sampling units (TSU), semen straws or hair cards. - All A.I. sires regardless of breed and/or commercial, must have DNA, TH and PHA on file prior to registering any progeny. - All donor dams must have DNA, TH and PHA on file prior to registering their ET calves. If a donor is deceased before a sample was procured, you must DNA, TH and PHA test all ET calves in order to register them.
PAST DUE ACCOUNTS
In June 2025, the AMAA Board of Directors implemented new payment guidelines affecting account access. Moving forward, the AMAA will no longer allow users to re-enter their account if services have been rendered but remain unpaid. Once logged out, users will be required to submit payment before regaining access. To maintain uninterrupted access, you may contact Marcena Fulton to securely place a credit card on file for future billing.
RESTRICTED ANIMALS
In June 2025, the AMAA Board of Directors implemented new payment guidelines affecting account access. Moving forward, the AMAA will no longer allow users to re-enter their account if services have been rendered but remain unpaid. Once logged out, users will be required
to submit payment before regaining access. To maintain uninterrupted access, you may contact Marcena Fulton to securely place a credit card on file for future billing.
SELLERS
All sellers must have dues paid to transfer animals. The seller must sign in to authorize the animal(s) sale. The buyer’s name, address, and date of purchase must be filled out. Please ensure that the date of sale is true and correct to avoid future registration errors for the buyer. To avoid higher transfer fees, it is recommended that the seller send the transfer with payment as soon as possible. If you are unsure if your dues have been paid, please get in touch with us before sending in transfers.
RENEWING DUES FOR FAMILIES WITH LINKED ACCOUNTS:
Accounts linked to a Master Account may renew their dues by: 1. Logging into their individual account 2. Navigating to the Associated tab 3. Selecting “Renew” 4. Submitting payment
HERD PREFIX NO LONGER REQUIRED
A recent AMAA Board decision will allow herd prefixes to be optional and will no longer be required when registering. AMAA is diligently working with 701X to implement this change, however, until programming has been updated AMAA will still require the herd prefix to be entered. AMAA will post on social media and send out an email to all members once this change has been made.
MAINE-ANJOU AMERICAN MAINE-ANJOU ASSOCIATION STAFF 204 MARSHALL RD. P.O. BOX 1100 PLATTE CITY, MO 64079 816-431-9950 Maine-Anjou.org maine@amaapc.com
Executive Vice President Blake Nelson Blake@amaapc.com
2026 BOARD OF DIRECTOR LISTING
REGION 1 Chad Barker 16610 Elm Grove Rd. M: (620) 255-5822 Chad.barker@nationalbeef.com John Grauer 1200 Ganges East Rd. Shiloh, OH 44878 M: (419) 295-2535 Jgrauer86@yahoo.com
Voice Editor/Director of Shows, Communications & Youth Lindsey Broek, Lindsey@amaapc.com
Joe Gensini 8144 Urnikis Dr. Hennepin, IL M: (815) 343-0662 jgensini@live.com
Director of Commercial Developement Joshua Cribbs Josh@amaapc.com
Trae Simmons 5236 W. 900 N. Carthage, IN 46115 M: (765) 438-2312 simmonstrae@hotmail.com
Director of Herd Book & Data Services Marcena Fulton marcena@amaapc.com DNA Coordinator & Member Service/Assistant Director of Shows & Events Rylee Matheny rylee@amaapc.com Office Assistant & MAPP MaKayla Hern MaKayla@amaapc.com
REGION 2 Brian Fox 22677 180TH St. Hutchinson, MN 55350 M: (970) 313-7224 brian.m.fox@hotmail.com Hardy O’Hara P.O. Box 991, Fort Benton, MT 59442 M: (406) 734-5252 Ohara@3rivers.net Tara Thorson 78564 State Line Rd. Glenville, MN 56036 M: (507) 402-2503 Tbthorson1995@gmail.com Marty Van Vliet 372 190th Ave. Otley, IA 50214 M: (641) 780-0631 blueprintcattle@yahoo.com
REGION 3 Brett Carter 11690 N. C.R. 3340 Stratford, OK 74872 M: (580) 759-9694 cartercattle03@gmail.com Dustin Dorsey 35291 County Road 41 Eaton, CO 80615 M: (970) 217-0522 drcattle@gmail.com Ethan Moore P.O. Box 26 Madill, OK 73446 M: (580) 795-6707 emoore@oklahomasteel.com Nick Beauprez 11780 Mimosa Rd. Byers, CO 80103 M: (303) 880-7827 Nickabeauprez92@gmail.com AT-LARGE Kendall Bremer 23384 Ridge Rd. Blakesburg, IA 52536 M: (641) 799-4911 klbremer81@gmail.com Jirl Buck 18478 Cattle Drive Madill, OK 73446 M: (580) 795-4865 jirl@buckcattle.com Andy Jones 1729 Van Gundy Rd. Chapin, IL 62628 M: (815) 228-7820 Jonescattlecompany@gmail.com
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MAINE-ANJOU Announcements, News & Events
AMAA ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP DUES Annual dues must be paid by Dec. 31, 2025. You must be an active member of the AMAA to register and transfer cattle.
ADULT MEMBERSHIP: $150 JUNIOR MEMBERSHIP: $50 The adult membership dues include a subscription to the Voice. Enclose an additional $40 to get the Voice first class.
NATIONAL SHOWS & MEMBERSHIP DUES
**NOTE - Junior & Adult dues must be current to exhibit at any of the five national shows American Royal, North American International Livestock Expo (NAILE), Cattlemen’s Congress, National Western Stock Show & Fort Worth**
2026 MAPP ENROLLMENT
Members who did not complete their MAPP inventory by December 15, 2025 will be restricted from accessing their accounts until both the 2026 dues and full inventory requirements are completed. Inventory Requirements • Assess all animals expected to calve in 2026. • Dispose of animals no longer in your possession. o Mark as sold without papers or culled using the appropriate disposal code. o It is important to save each disposal entry. • Exempt eligible animals such as donors or females held for breeding. o After selecting the correct exemption category, ensure you click Save. • Once complete, no animals should remain under the “Assessed” tab. • If you have not already paid, remember to add and submit payment for your 2026 dues.
QUESTIONS Marcena@amaapc.com • Makayla@amaapc.com
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AMERICAN MAINE-ANJOU ASSOCIATION SELF BILLING WORKSHEET – January 1, 2025 204 MARSHALL ROAD*PO BOX 1100 PLATTE CITY, MO 64079 Email: maine@amaapc.com Phone: 816-431-9950 Fax: 816-431-9951
TODAY'S DATE:
NAME:
MEMBER NUMBER:
*** ALL REGISTRATIONS NOT COMPLETED IN DIGITAL BEEF REGISTRY SYSTEM WILL BE ASSESSED A $5 PER HEAD PROCESSING FEE*** FEES: ADULT RENEWAL OR NEW MEMBERSHIP-INCLUDES MAGAZINE JUNIOR RENEWAL OR NEW JR. MEMBERSHIP-NO MAGAZINE ONE YEAR VOICE MAGAZINE SUBSCRIPTION***
COST $150/YR $50/YR $40/YR
PROCESSING FEE
***PLEASE SELECT TO RECEIVE MAGAZINE BY MAIL OR EMAIL
BREEDERS CHOICE FEES BELOW FOR MALES & FEMALES
COST
00-13 MONTHS 13-24 MONTHS OVER 24 MONTHS UNREGISTERED COMMERCIAL DAM OR SIRE-ONE TIME FEE STEER-INCLUDES TRANSFER FEE STEER/TRANSFER (WITH COMMERCIAL DAM/*PEDIGREE FEE)
$ 35.00 $ 60.00 $ 110.00 $ 20.00 $ 20.00 $ 40.00 + *$5
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PROCESSING FEE $ $ $
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*Steers-Add $5 to add dam pedigree from another association MAPP(MAINE-ANJOU PERFORMANCE PROGRAM)-AN AGREEMENT MUST BE ON FILE TO OBTAIN MAPP PRICES FOR MALES AND FEMALES COST + PROCESSING FEE
00-13 MONTHS 13-24 MONTHS OVER 24 MONTHS UNREGISTERED COMMERCIAL DAM OR SIRE-ONE TIME FEE STEER-INCLUDES TRANSFER FEE STEER/TRANSFER (WITH COMMERCIAL DAM/*PEDIGREE FEE)
*Steers-Add $5 to add dam pedigree from another association OTHER FEES FOR BOTH MAPP/BREEDERS CHOICE MEMBERS
$ 25.00 $ 50.00 $ 100.00 $ 10.00 $ 20.00 $ 40.00 + *$5
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ADD FEMALE PEDIGREE OF ANOTHER BREED - One time fee $ 25.00 ADD BULL PEDIGREE OF ANOTHER BREED - One time fee $ 40.00 CONVERTING CANADIAN PEDIGREES TO US REGISTERED ANIMALS $ 40.00 TRANSFERS MADE WITHIN 60 DAYS OF THE SALE $ 15.00 TRANFER MADE AFTER 60 DAYS OF THE SALE $ 30.00 IN-FAMILY TRANSFER FEE (Must have the same address) $ 7.50 CORRECTION OR DUPLICATE FEE $ 10.00 UPGRADE PAPER TO MAINE-ANGUS $ 5.00 LEASE AGREEMENT/ANIMAL $ 15.00 PERFORMANCE ONLY (DAM AND SIRE ALREADY IN SYSTEM) NO COST IF DAM & SIRE ENTERED IN SYSTEM NAME CHANGE $5 (0-13 mo.), $100(13-24 mo.), $500 (24 mo. +) RUSH (Includes up to 8 head & does not include S&H) $ 50.00 $45.00/BUYER (Prices may vary ) FEDEX TO BUYER $35.00/BUYER 2 DAY (Prices may vary ) FEDEX TWO DAY SHIPPING $ 9.50/BUYER PRIORITY USPS 2-3 BUSINESS DAYS W/TRACKING PREPAY FOR A BLOCK OF REGISTRATIONS & SAVE UP TO 30% PER/100 (CALL FOR DETAILS PRIOR TO REGISTERING) CHECK NUMBER ENCLOSED: ADDRESS TO CREDIT CARD: TOTAL CC#__________-________-________-________ EXP DATE:________/________ CVV CODE:________ NAME ON CREDIT CARD:
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maine-anjou print
Media Kit
digital/web
The AMAA has multiple digital advertising options available at affordable pricing.
BANNER ADS
$150 per banner ad. Ads run for two weeks. Dimensions: 650 px X 187 px Yearly rates available. FULL PAGE • $755 (4C) or $555 (B&W) HALF PAGE • $525 (4C) or $325 (B&W) QUARTER PAGE • $395 (4C) or $195 (B&W) 300 DPI PDF or JPEG 300 DPI PHOTOS or LOGOS CMYK
e-mail blast
$200 • One blast. $250 • Two blasts.
subscriptions Non-Member - $40 Canada - $70 First Class - $60 Foreign - $80
FULL PAGE 8.125 X 10.75 0.125 bleed
HALF PAGE 7.5 X 5 0.125 bleed
1/4 PAGE 3.2 X 3.75 0.125 bleed
Design Whether you need an ad, social media graphic, sale catalog, or flyer, give Lindsey a call to put together a custom quote for you!
contact
Voice Editor/DIrectof of Shows, Communications & Youth P: 816.868.9954 • E: lindsey@amaapc.com
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Heritage Road
AMERICAN MAINE-ANJOU ASSOCIATION HALL OF FAME The American Maine-Anjou Association (AMAA) Heritage Road honors those influential individuals who have made a lasting impact on the Maine-Anjou breed. Breeding programs recognized for this distinguished honor were operations that have been pioneers and have always strived to make the next generation better for Maine-Anjou. Chosen by the AMAA Board of Directors, each operation receiving this honor has a commemorative portrait that lines the halls of AMAA so we may always honor those breeding programs who came before us and paved the way for Maine-Anjou.
2012
Sonderegger Cattle Company, Victor Carter, David & Mary Marold Packard Cattle Company, Guthrie & Peter Packard G&F Cattle Company, David Gilger & Calvin Fryar
2014
JB Ranch, Jerry Bogaards
2015
4J Family Partnership, Jerry & June Gibson Nortex Farms, Dr. R.C. Norman Flying Dutchmen Ranch, Sid & Norma DeHaan
2016
John Boddicker, AMAA Executive Vice President
2018
Ferris Ranch, Tom, Jane & Glen Ferris
2019
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Heritage Road
AMERICAN MAINE-ANJOU ASSOCIATION HALL OF FAME
2020
K&A Farm, Kenny & Audrey Bremer
2021
James Farms, Larry & Helen James
2022
Blueprint Cattle Company, Tom & Marty Van Vliet, Sumner Mapes
2023
O’Hara Land & Cattle, Mike & Diana O’Hara
2024
Beauprez Land & Cattle, Mark & Lisa Beauprez
2025
DeRouchey Cattle Company, Fred & Joan DeRouchey
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NORTH AMERICAN I N T E R N AT I O N A L L I V E S TO C K E X P O Maine-Anjou Bulls
GRAND CHAMPION MAINE-ANJOU BULL BOE FADE ET SIRE: BOE EPIC DAM: BOE 553C MARCH 30, 2023 EXHIBITED BY BEAUPREZ LAND & CATTLE, BYERS, COLO., & JS SIMMENTAL, PRAIRIE CITY, IOWA
RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION MAINE-ANJOU BULL MJCC NEMO SIRE: BBR MAFIA M.A.X. 667K ET DAM: MBJ KYRISSA FEB. 28, 2025 EXHIBITED BY MASEN JOLLIFF, KENTON, IOWA
GRAND CHAMPION MAINETAINER BULL KMEM POPULAR DEMAND ET SIRE: WEIS ALL ME 10F DAM: KMEM JUANADA’S HEIDI 201H ET FEB. 11, 2025 EXHIBITED BY SPENGLER CATTLE, CASCADE, IOWA
RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION MAINETAINER BULL B/R WF BLUEPRINT 228N SIRE: COLBURN PRIMO 5153 DAM: BOE SATIN ET FEB. 28, 2025 EXHIBITED BY BRISTOL BATES, CHANDLERSVILLE, OHIO
MaineTainer Bulls
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NORTH AMERICAN I N T E R N AT I O N A L L I V E S TO C K E X P O Maine-Anjou Females
FIFTH OVERALL OPEN SHOW FEMALE GRAND CHAMPION MAINE-ANJOU FEMALE
RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION MAINE-ANJOU FEMALE
TJSC SO SWEET 139M ET SIRE: JABR ALL MIGHTY 250K DAM: TJSC SO SWEET 209J ET MAY 27, 2024 EXHIBITED BY SAMANTHA VANVORHIS, BOWLING GREEN, OHIO
CARL MILLIE 48M SIRE: BBR KINGSTON 68K ET DAM: CARL GIANA 3G ET MARCH 24, 2024 EXHIBITED BY CARTER HOGE, GOOD HOPE, ILL.
GRAND CHAMPION JUNIOR MAINE-ANJOU FEMALE
RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION JUNIOR MAINE-ANJOU FEMALE
BCII SCM ESNT MAYA 21M ET SIRE: WEIS ALL ME 10F DAM: BMW STCC MYA 213J APRIL 19, 2024 EXHIBITED BY KELTON ARTHUR, STILLWATER, OKLA.
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S/N ZSC WPL TATE MCCRAE 423M SIRE: JBOY ONE FOR ALL 001J ET DAM: NIKL RIHANNA RUBY 130J ET SEPT. 25, 2024 EXHIBITED BY KEAGAN STECK, WOODSTOCK, MINN.
Divisions MAINE-ANJOU
SFFC AUGUST PRIDE 529G ET SIRE: BOE GARTH DAM: CATF CCLT AUGUSTA PRIDE 7145 APRIL 2, 2025 EXHIBITED BY STORMI SWAIM, ROCKVILLE, IND.
RESERVE LATE SPRING HEIFER CALF
KINA GTC AG MISSIN’ ME 412N ET SIRE: WEIS ALL ME 10F DAM: CAMPBELLS DADDY MISSEY APRIL 12, 2025 EXHIBITED BY EMILY CRAMER, VANDERBILT, PA.
CHAMPION EARLY SPRING HEIFER CALF
RESERVE EARLY SPRING HEIFER CALF
CHAMPION SENIOR HEIFER CALF
RESERVE SENIOR HEIFER CALF
CHAMPION LATE SPRING HEIFER CALF
KINA TSSC KATIE 205N ET SIRE: WEIS ALL ME 10F DAM: MIINN KATIE 016H ET FEB. 11, 2025 EXHIBITED BY HOGAN HENDRICKSON, FARMLAND, IND.
BK NOTORIOUS 500N SIRE: SLIK ME TOO 5K DAM: MTF MISS 946G ET JAN. 13, 2025 EXHIBITED BY REES TOLER, BIDWELL, OHIO
KINA GTC KATIE 108M ET SIRE: WEIS ALL ME 10F ET DAM: MINN KATIE 016H ET OCT. 8, 2024 EXHIBITED BY ANDREW MEIER, CLINTON, TENN.
MKR MISS DAKOTA BLUE SIRE: WEIS ALL ME 10F DAM: SRR MISS DAKOTA 25D ET OCT. 7, 2024 EXHIBITED BY HENRY MICHEL, FORT BRANCH, IND.
RESERVE JUNIOR YEARLING FEMALE
4TH OVERALL OPEN COW/CALF PAIR CHAMPION COW/CALF PAIR
No Photo RESERVE SUMMER YEARLING FEMALE TJSC PHYLLIS 433M ET SIRE: JABR ALL MIGHTY 250K DAM: TJSC SCC PHYLLIS 17K ET MAY 6, 2024 EXHIBITED BY REES TOLER, BIDWELL, OHIO
CFCC CANDY CRUSH 192M ET SIRE: JBOY ONE FOR ALL 001J ET DAM: BBR SUGA SUGA 1027G ET APRIL 17, 2024 EXHIBITED BY BLAKE HERDMAN, HILLSBORO, OHIO
EJB WOAH VICKY 519C SIRE: GOET DRIVING 80 DAM: EJB MATERNAL ROSE 320C ET MAY 19, 2022 EXHIBITED BY LESLIE MESCH, COLLINS, N.Y.
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GRAND CHAMPION MAINE ANGUS FEMALE
LDSC BLACKCAP 486M ET SIRE: JBOY ONE FOR ALL 001J ET DAM: BULLERMAN BLACKCAP 0129 MAY 5, 2024 EXHIBITED BY ASHER SHORT, MASONVILLE, IOWA
GRAND CHAMPION JUNIOR MAINE ANGUS FEMALE
LDSC BLACKCAP 486M ET SIRE: JBOY ONE FOR ALL 001J ET DAM: BULLERMAN BLACKCAP 0129 MAY 5, 2024 EXHIBITED BY ASHER SHORT, MASONVILLE, IOWA JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2026 50
RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION MAINE ANGUS FEMALE
TJSC PHYLLIS 400M ET SIRE: TJSC END GAME 61G ET DAM: SCC SCH PHYLLIS 792 MARCH 2, 2024 EXHIBITED BY COLLIN FEDDERKE, NAPOLEON, OHIO
RESERVE CHAMPION JUNIOR MAINE ANGUS FEMALE
MINN MY O MY 43M ET SIRE: BBR MEMPHIS MAFIA 3E ET DAM: MINN KATIE 016H ET NOV. 8, 2024 EXHIBITED BY AVERY SEYS, COAL VALLEY, ILL.
Divisions MAINE ANGUS
CHAMPION LATE SPRING HEIFER CALF
RESERVE LATE SPRING HEIFER CALF
BTLR TSSC FIRST LADY 304N ET SIRE: TLAC SAFETY FIRST 1913J DAM: MINN KATIE 016H ET MARCH 2, 2025 EXHIBITED BY MADDIE SMITH, ATHENS, TEXAS
COLBURN ANNIE LU 5710N SIRE: BBR MEMPHIS MAFIA 3E ET DAM: COLBURN ANNIE LU 8079 APRIL 28, 2025 EXHIBITED BY CAMBRIA COOK, CLOVIS, CALIF.
RESERVE EARLY SPRING HEIFER CALF
RESERVE JUNIOR YEARLING FEMALE
TCJ BUTTONS ET SIRE: BBR MEMPHIS MAFIA 3E ET DAM: MINN KATIES GREATEST 100J ET FEB. 12, 2025 EXHIBITED BY LOGAN SCHWARZ, CUTLER, IND.
CHAMPION EARLY SPRING HEIFER CALF POAK RJ QUEEN 548N ET SIRE: TLAC HITS DIFFERENT 1409L ET DAM: CF PROVEN QUEEN 138J JAN. 2, 2025 EXHIBITED BY REES TOLER, BIDWELL, OHIO
POAK QUEEN M240 ET SIRE: BBR MEMPHIS MAFIA 3E ET DAM: CF PROVEN QUEEN 138J JAN. 24, 2024 EXHIBITED BY CARTER KORNEGAY, TULSA, OKLA.
OPEN SHOW JUDGE Bodee Schlipf, Illinois
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GRAND CHAMPION MAINETAINER FEMALE
RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION MAINETAINER FEMALE
TSSC BTOM MILA KUNIS 4114M ET SIRE: TJSC END GAME 61G ET DAM: JSZC TSSC LARISSA 49G ET APRIL 18, 2024 EXHIBITED BY HOGAN HENDRICKSON, FARMLAND, IND.
BMW DOLLY 206M ET SIRE: BMW ONSET DAM: GOF MISS DOLLY 215G FEB. 6, 2024 EXHIBITED BY HADLEY DUNKLAU, WAYNE, NEB.
GRAND CHAMPION JUNIOR MAINETAINER FEMALE
RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION JUNIOR MAINETAINER FEMALE
TSSC BTOM MILA KUNIS 4114M ET SIRE: TJSC END GAME 61G ET DAM: JSZC TSSC LARISSA 49G ET APRIL 18, 2024 EXHIBITED BY HOGAN HENDRICKSON, FARMLAND, IND. JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2026 52
MISS SHOWCASE DIAMOND SIRE: LTN TOLD YA SO K28 ET DAM: BRATCHER LUCKY CHARM 809 MARCH 28, 2024 EXHIBITED BY LANDRY TIBBITS, MINERAL POINT, WIS.
Divisions MAINETAINER
CHAMPION LATE SPRING HEIFER CALF
JSUL WHO DAT MAFIA 5168N ET SIRE: BBR MEMPHIS MAFIA 3E ET DAM: JSUL WHO DAT DARLING 902G ET MARCH 4, 2025 EXHIBITED BY PATE PARSON, LEAVENWORTH, KAN.
RESERVE LATE SPRING HEIFER CALF
MJCC NAVIA SIRE: CCMM FULL TILT DAM: MCCF LOLA ET APRIL 14, 2025 EXHIBITED BY MASEN JOLLIFF, KENTON, OHIO
CHAMPION EARLY SPRING HEIFER CALF
CFCC GIGI 945N ET SIRE: TLAC HITS DIFFERENT 1409L DAM: JSUL EVANS LADY 1379 FEB. 20, 2025 EXHIBITED BY EMMA WAGLER, MORGANTOWN, IND.
No Photo RESERVE EARLY SPRING HEIFER CALF
CHAMPION SENIOR HEIFER CALF
RESERVE SENIOR HEIFER CALF
KNEP CHELSIE AM N220 ET SIRE: WEIS ALL ME 10F DAM: STECK CHELSIE SOL 241K ET FEB. 20, 2025 EXHIBITED BY KASE KNEPP, PLYMOUTH, IND.
PCC DKBF DAT STYLE 137M ET SIRE: TJSC END GAME 61G ET DAM: JSUL PCC DAT STYLE 0356H ET NOV. 25, 2024 EXHIBITED BY KINSLEY PIKE, FAIRVIEW, OKLA.
3ACES SHADOE M964 SIRE: PEACE OF MIND 4G DAM: 3ACES SHADOE 9230 NOV. 12, 2024 EXHIBITED BY BRISTOL HOLLOWAY, OLMSTEAD, KY.
CHAMPION SUMMER YEARLING FEMALE
RESERVE JUNIOR YEARLING FEMALE
RESERVE OVERALL OPEN COW/CALF PAIR CHAMPION COW/CALF PAIR
DIVEN MS MEE 429M ET SIRE: TJSC END GAME 61G ET DAM: DSFF DIVEN MS DEMI ET MAY 16, 2024 EXHIBITED BY ZOEY COTTRELL, LAWTON, OKLA.
JBRE SANDY 421M ET SIRE: DUEL ICON 802F DAM: HENNING BCII SANDY J049 ET JUNE 12, 2024 EXHIBITED BY MACIE SIMPKINS, BIDWELL, OHIO
FEN BLACK CADILLAC SIRE: BKMT GAME ON 227G ET DAM: FEN 701P WHITNEY ET MARCH 26, 2023 EXHIBITED BY GRACIE FLETCHER, MCALPIN, FLORIDA
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5TH OVERALL OPEN SHOW FEMALE GRAND CHAMPION OPEN MAINE-ANJOU FEMALE
TJSC SO SWEET 139M ET SIRE: JABR ALL MIGHTY 250K DAM: TJSC SO SWEET 209J ET MAY 27, 2024 EXHIBITED BY SAMANTHA VANVORHIS, BOWLING GREEN, OHIO
RESERVE OVERALL COW/CALF PAIR CHAMPION MAINETAINER COW/CALF PAIR
FEN BLACK CADILLAC SIRE: BKMT GAME ON 227G ET DAM: FEN 701P WHITNEY ET MARCH 26, 2023 EXHIBITED BY GRACIE FLETCHER, MC ALPIN, FLORIDA
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4TH OVERALL COW/CALF PAIR CHAMPION MAINE-ANJOU COW/CALF PAIR
EJB WOAH VICKY 519C SIRE: GOET DRIVING 80 DAM: EJB MATERNAL ROSE 320C ET MAY 19, 2022 EXHIBITED BY LESLIE MESCH, COLLINS, N.Y.
Divisions BRED & OWNED WINNERS
GRAND CHAMPION BRED & OWNED MAINE-ANJOU FEMALE
RJG MISS MOONLIGHT SIRE: BNWZ DATA BANK 1311C DAM: MINN ITCHY JUNE 3, 2024 EXHIBITED BY MCKLAY GENSINI, HENNEPIN, ILL.
GRAND CHAMPION BRED & OWNED MAINE ANGUS FEMALE
POAK RJ LIZZO 547N ET SIRE: TLAC HITS DIFFERENT 1409L ET DAM: K&J PROVEN QUEEN 259 JAN. 25, 2025 EXHIBITED BY OAKLYN PLAMP, MITCHELL, S.D.
GRAND CHAMPION BRED & OWNED MAINETAINER FEMALE HARKERS TRIXIE 0105 M101 ET SIRE: WEIS ALL ME 10F DAM: CELL TRIXIE 0105H JAN. 14, 2024 EXHIBITED BY CHASE HARKER, HOPE, IND.
JUNIOR NATIONAL LET’S-A GO CASH RAFFLE
At the North American International Livestock Expo, the AJMAA hosted a cash raffle titled Let’s A Go for the second year in a row. Spots were sold in $20, $50, and $100 increments, with the buyer getting their name in the hat to be drawn for half of the raffle winnings. This year’s winner was Jerrod Arthur, Lucky Strike Cattle. The raffle raised just over $4,000, with half the proceeds going to Jerrod and the other to benefit this summer’s junior national in Grand Island, Neb.
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MAINE-ANJOU Junior Update
2025-2026 AJMAA BOARD OF DIRECTORS President - Parker Lockhart, Oklahoma Vice President - Kendall Leonhard, Indiana Secretary - Joanie Vance, New Mexico REGION 1 Ava Thomason, Arkansas Emma Yochum, Ohio REGION 2 Maddix Small, Kansas Regan Ringkob, South Dakota REGION 3 Kennedy Lockhart, Oklahoma AT-LARGE Kelton Arthur, Oklahoma AJ Pospichal, Nebraska Carlie Shenefield, Florida
QUEEN Emma McClain, Oklahoma PRINCESS Allie Enlow, Oklahoma Hadley Brown, Iowa
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2025-2026 ROYALTY
With that out of the way, let’s get to the fun part, the nickname P-Paw. The name P-Paw was something that I actually gave to myself, and it unfortunately stuck. I got the idea when I realized that I’m the oldest of the junior board members, mostly by a year or more. Being older than some of the board members by three years tends to show in conversations every once in a while. I think I said it a time or two, too much, and the rest of the board members seemed to like it just enough. Speaking of Online sales, our online sale will be March 3rd this year. Be sure to look for items like stools, embryos, and other goodies. If you’d like to sponsor any reserve or champion divisions, please reach out to a board member, Lindsey, or Rylee. Personally, I’m super excited to see these awards for this year’s theme. Thank you, everyone, for listening to this old man ramble, and I cannot wait to see everyone at Junior Nationals!
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KENDALL LEONHARD VICE PRESIDENT
*Taps* Is this thing on? It is? Hello everyone, this is Kendall Leonhard, the tech support guy for the junior board. I’m glad I get to share part of my story with you today. I remember attending the first couple of M.A.I.N.E. Events and spending time with the junior board members, which allowed me to see how close the board members were to each other. The M.A.I.N.E. event led me to pursue a spot on the junior board, and I became one of the first results of that new leadership program showcased through the junior board. I hope I’ve met the expectations of everyone in my year on the board. My time on the junior board, while short, has been very beneficial for me. While I haven’t noticed as much, I’ve been told my ability to talk to people has improved exponentially, along with several other things I used to be hopeless in. Needing to make the phone calls to get calendar ads, online sales, and division and reserve division sponsorships pushed me out of my comfort zone.
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Maine-Anjou Show & Sale FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 2026
SHOW 10 A.M. MST • SALE FOLLOWING LIMOUSIN SALE • RAPID CITY, SD OFFERING 24 HEAD - 5 FEMALES & 19 BULLS Online bidding available
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“Heterosis on the Hi-Line” Online Bull Sale Tuesday, March 3rd, 2026 • Powerful yearling bulls • High Maine, Maine Angus and MaineTainer bulls
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TIME IS NOW X NAVIGATOR - MAINETAINER $30,000 Sold on Divas & Donors
Jeff, Carmen, Kinnick, Copeland & Huck Paulsen Preston, Iowa 563-212-9944 Jeff Paulsen paulsencattle.com
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TIME IS NOW X PARADOX - MAINETAINER $75,000 Sold on Divas & Donors
Bud Gamel Jim, Taylor & Tori Hett Fort Morgan, Colorado 970-313-7224 Brian Fox blindbadgerranch.com
TIME IS NOW X PARADOX - Sells in Denver
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TIME IS NOW X DOMINATRIX - Sells in OKC
Brian, Paula,Tyson, Hannah & Emery Fox Fort Morgan, Colorado 970-313-7224 Brian Fox
2024 Show Bull of the Year
New K&A Promise Keeper 23K ET KBSC New Decade − 5/8 Maine-Anjou
DUEL Icon BOE Epic − 3/4 Maine-Anjou
KABG UNASSISTED K&A Jester 50J ET − 3/4 Maine-Anjou
New
MCCF SIL KENO ET BNWZ Data Bank 1311C − 3/4 Maine-Anjou
Rose Apex TJSC End Game 61G ET − Maine Angus
New JABR All Mighty 250K WEIS All Me − PB Maine-Anjou
GCC Belmont BNWZ Data Bank − 3/4 Maine-Anjou
YNOT Jolly Rancher 20J BNWZ Data Bank − 3/4 Maine-Anjou
RJC Patron 8556F TCTC Patton − 1/4 Maine-Anjou
New You Proof - CALVING EASE! May We All − 3/8 Maine-Anjou
TLAC Hits Different WEIS All Me 10F − PB Maine-Anjou
New BOE Garth − PB Maine-Anjou
BOE Epic − PB Maine-Anjou
BOE Fade
CFCC High Road JBOY One For All 001J ET − PB Maine-Anjou
Peace of Mind - CALVING EASE! No Worries − 50% Maine-Anjou
GCC Masterpiece NMR Maternal Made − 50% Maine-Anjou
BKMT Game On BOE Garth − PB Maine-Anjou
BOE Fame
CCMM Full Tilt
Dual Threat 305A − 3/4 Maine-Anjou
New BBR Mafia M.A.X. 667K ET GOET I-80 − 3/4 Maine-Anjou
Kung Fu Panda - CALVING EASE! KBSC Too Easy 61D − 50% Maine-Anjou
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Walsh On The Brink BNWZ Data Bank − PB Maine-Anjou
KABG STRT Relection 01L ET DUEL Icon − 5/8 Maine-Anjou
YNOT Kong TJSC End Game 61G ET - 3/4 Maine-Anjou
Data Bank BBBN X2 − PB Maine-Anjou
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New Original Gangster - CALVING EASE! Daddy’s Money − 3/4 Maine-Anjou
JBOY One 4 All Weis All Me − PB Maine-Anjou
MINN Moving Forward Gateway Follow Me − Maine Angus
Break the Bank BNWZ Data Bank - PB Maine-Anjou
New KABG CLOSING TIME STAG Good Times − Angus
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New WEIS Devil You Know 116L WEIS All Me 10F - 3/4 Maine-Anjou
NSSC Time Is Now - CALVING EASE! Sweet Willie − 50% Maine-Anjou
BBR Kingston DUEL Icon − 3/4 Maine-Anjou
TLAC Safety First - CALVING EASE! GCC Gold Standard X615 − 50% Maine Angus
KMEM No Hard Feelings TJSC End Game 61G ET - PB Maine-Anjou
Daddy’s Home Daddy’s Money - 3/8 Maine-Anjou
Walsh Back On Business 15M Walsh On the Brink - 50% Maine Angus
New SLIK Me Too WEIS All Me 10F - 3/4 Maine-Anjou
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