Countdown to Grand Island SYDF Live Online Fundraiser
All proceeds will benefit the SYDF and NJSS. Thank you for supporting! Join us June 21-28 in Grand Island, NE!!
The National Junior Shorthorn Show & Youth Conference is the largest Shorthorn event held each year.
National Junior Shorthorn Show
$350,000 annual event
SYDF supports the NJSS and more than 6,000 American Junior Shorthorn Association members. When you donate to the SYDF, you are investing in the future of the breed!
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The Shorthorn Youth Development Fund Board is excited about the offerings in this live online auction on May 21. We appreciate the support of our many donors for offering elite genetics and unique donations to make this sale a success. The SYDF was established in 2020 as a way to raise funds for the National Junior Shorthorn Show. It takes more than $350,000 to put on the NJSS and it wouldn’t be possible without donations and sponsors. This auction has something for everyone between NJSS lots, genetic lots and more. If you are interested in donating to the SYDF in the future or have questions, contact any of the SYDF Board Members.
Jeff Aegerter, SYDF President, 402.641.4696
Montie Soules, ASA Executive Secretary/CEO, 918.645.4322
Julie French, SYDF Board Member, 989.965.6363
Kevin Wendt, SYDF Board Member, 419.566.1599
Nancy Grathwohl Heter, SYDF Board Member, 785.587.7947
Jerry Nickel, SYDF Board Member, 765.561.0776
Lee Miller, SYDF and ASA Board Member, 330.231.6834
Shelby Diehm, ASA Director of Youth Activities
Auctioneer: Kevin Wendt, 419.566.1599
Sale Contact:
Jeff Aegerter, 402.641.4696
Montie Soules, 918.645.4322
Terms And Conditions: Terms of the sale are cash, check or credit card. Buyers will be billed directly for all purchases from CCi.LIVE. You can pay directly by credit card through CCi.LIVE or contact the ASA office to have it added to your DigitalBeef account. You can also send a check to the SYDF (7607 NW Prairie View Rd, Kansas City, MO 64151 :: 816.599.7777). All lots must be paid in full before being released. Shipping: Buyer responsible for all associated shipping costs unless otherwise stated.
General Information: Announcements made from the auctioneer take precedence over all printed material in this catalog.
Lot 1: Lot 2: Lot 3:
Lot 4:
Covered Tie out Pen 24’x40’ #40A
Covered Tie out Pen 24’x40’ #40B
Covered Tie out Pen 24’x40’ #40C
Covered Tie out Pen 24’x40’ #40D
This facility has the perfect location for covered tie outs with all the amenities. All covered tie outs will be in the Swine Barn (Aurora Cooperative Pavilion). This barn is open sided with great airflow. You will have access to water and electric in the covered tie outs. Bedding will be provided in the pens. Pens WILL be set up and bedded prior to your arrival. You do not need to bring panels, it is all provided.
Starting bid $1,000. Limit 1 pen/winning bid.
Inside Barn Area (all items will be removed for pen set-up
Lot 5:
FastPass #1 - Skip the Line!
Upon arrival at the National Junior Shorthorn Show, you will skip the trailer line! We will send you a pass for ONE family to skip the line. You will receive info for arrival at a different gate and be sent to the barn you are stalled. You will be the next one in the barn after a spot opens up for unload. *You cannot arrive early, grounds will be open for arrival on Saturday, June 21 at 5 pm. ONLY 4 FASTPASSES WILL BE SOLD!!!
Lot 6: Package of 3 IVF Sexed Heifer Embryos DAM
Donated By: Sullivan Farms
Sib
Dream Weaver x 310 Embryos. Embryos are 3/4 sibs to Kathy Lehman’s Special Rose 115J that was the 2022 Louisville open and Junior Show Grand Champion Shorthorn Female. Max Rosa 310 is one of the most dominant females in the Shorthorn breed, raising multiple high sellers and multiple national champions. Contact Information: Josh Elder - 402.650.1380
These eggs are out of one of our very top producing donor and the very proven Long Long. Three quarter sibs to these eggs sold to Carter Meyer and Audrey Robertson at the top of our Modoc Madness sale at $40,000 and $30,000 respectively. Those two heifers consistently won the fall division last fall and are two of our top prospects heading into this summers junior nationals as senior yearlings. A full sib to these eggs was champion Shorthorn female at Indiana State Fair for Hailey Jester. We proudly offer these embryos to support our amazing junior nationals.
Both heifers pictured above are 3/4 sibs to lot 7 embryos
MFS
SULL Red Reward 9321 x RGLC Forever Lasting 8121 2
Donated By: Rockin G Land & Cattle
Predictable genetics that can put you in the forefront of the Shorthorn breed. This pairing has had multiple full sibs who have hung the purple banner. Pinky the Roo 940, Marble the Roo 11, Simplify, Red Ransom, Legacy 525 and more. When we decided to clone 8121, this is what we wanted to accomplish, proven genetics with elite offspring. This will be a great addition to your program!
Lot 9: Package of 3 IVF Sexed Heifer Embryos
Donated By: Greenhorn Cattle Company
SULL Crystal’s Lucy was selected as the Res. Grand Champion at the 2019 Iowa State Field Day, Calf Champion at 2019 NWSS and Div. Champion at 2019 Junior National. Many think she is the best daughter of the great champion, SULL Crystal’s Lucy 0868. This mating will carry on the Crystal Legacy. MFS Dream Weaver x SULL Crystal’s Lucy 8202F ET
Lot 10:
30-second video commercial to be featured 4 times each day during the livestream by Walton Webcasting of the National Junior Shorthorn Show (Wed-Sat). Grant Co. will create the commercial for buyer, if needed, they will come to your operation and take video before junior national. If you purchase this you may join us on stage during each show day to be interviewed by our livestream host. The buyer can share about their breeding program, upcoming sales, and more.
Lot 11: Video Commercial at NJSS
VIP Parking Spot at 2025 NJSS
This VIP parking spot will be the closest you will park to the barn. This is 1 of 2 selling in this auction. We have already sold 4 in other auctions. Only 6 total will be sold. Don’t miss out on one of the last two sold!
SIRE
This facility has the perfect location for covered tie outs with all the amenities. All covered tieouts will be in the Swine Barn (Aurora Cooperative Pavilion). This barn is open sided with great airflow. You will have access to water and electric in the covered tie outs. Bedding will be provided in the pens. Pens WILL be set up and bedded prior to your arrival. You do not need to bring panels, it is all provided.
12 Lot 13 Lot 14 Lot 15 Starting bid $800. Limit 1 pen/winning bid.
Lot 16:
FastPass #2 - Skip the Line!
Upon arrival at the National Junior Shorthorn Show, you will skip the trailer line! We will send you a pass for ONE family to skip the line. You will receive info for arrival at a different gate and be sent to the barn you are stalled. You will be the next one in the barn after a spot opens up for unload. *You cannot arrive early, grounds will be open for arrival on Saturday, June 21 at 5 pm. ONLY 4 FASTPASSES WILL BE SOLD!!!
Lot 17:
Package of 4 IVF Sexed Heifer Embryos
Donated By: Schrag Nikkel Show Cattle
Lot 18:
Choice of HAHN Popular Opinion OR Ferree Fitz AFLS Renegade x CF CSF Cumberland 880 HC X ET CF Payweight x CF Dreamy Lady 635
Package of 3 IVF Sexed Heifer Embryos
Donated By: Cornerstone Farms
HAHN Popular Opinion
Ferree Fitz AFLS Renegade
WHR Sonny 8114 x Homedale Max Rosa 580
Donated By: The Kaehler Family
Calf would be a full sib to Mindemann Max Rosa 310. The dam is a full sister to Homedale Max Rosa (the original Max Rosa). These embryos have not been offered to the public since 2011 at the National Western Summit Sale when 10 of them brought $1,500 each. They are a sacred treasure to carry on the great Max Rosa family. Mindemann Max Rosa
CED
Lot 20: 1 Straw Conventional Semen
SULL RGLC The Goat 420M ET
Donated By: Sullivan Farms, Nelson Farms, Rockin G Land & Cattle
Without a doubt, The Greatest of All Time Shorthorn bull ever raised at Sullivan Farms, out of the best Shorthorn Female ever raised at Sullivan Farms.
Lot 21: 2 Straws Sexed Heifer
Little Cedar Look Ahead 2306
Semen
Donated By: McKenzie Ranch & Little Cedar Cattle Co.
First time offer – two units of sexed semen from the very popular young sire, Little Cedar Look Ahead 2306 (ASA *x4357434). Look Ahead is so good in his front end and so powerful in his makeup. He has a great hip and plenty of muscle, and he’s homozygous polled!
Lot 22: 1 Straw Conventional Semen
JSF Kane Cinch 61H
Donated By: Cates Farms
Lot 23:
30-second video commercial to be featured 4 times each day during the livestream by Walton Webcasting of the National Junior Shorthorn Show (Wed-Sat). Grant Co. will create the commercial for buyer, if needed, they will come to your operation and take video before junior national. If you purchase this you may join us on stage during each show day to be interviewed by our livestream host. The buyer can share about their breeding program, upcoming sales, and more.
Lot 24: Lot 25:
VIP Parking Spot at 2025 NJSS
This VIP parking spot will be the closest you will park to the barn. This is 1 of 2 selling in this auction. We have already sold 4 in other auctions. Only 6 total will be sold. Don’t miss out on one of the last two sold!
“Sunrise
in the Highlands”
Late 1800’s Lithograph in Original Frame
Donated By: Joan Pierce, Woodlawn Farms
B.R. Pierce (1832-1909), founder of Woodlawn Farms, Creston, Illinois, raised Shorthorns from 1871 to 1881 prior to establishing the longest continuous Angus breeding program in U.S. history. He was the great grandfather of Blanford Pierce who, with his wife Joan, reinstated Shorthorns into the Woodlawn program in 2006. B.R. and his son S.R. Pierce bred, raised and showed the celebrated Woodlawn Advance, Grand Champion Steer of the first International Live Stock Exposition in Chicago in 1900. B.R. was inducted in the Saddle & Sirloin Gallery in 1905. “Sunrise in the Highlands” was part of the Pierce family’s livestock art collection from the time of B.R. through 2024 when, upon Blanford’s death, Joan donated it to SYDF to commemorate the Pierce family’s early days breeding Shorthorns. This peaceful and highly detailed scene is a lithograph of the original painting by Henry Robinson Hall (1859-1929). H.R. Hall was a noted Victorian and Edwardian landscape painter in oils and watercolours, renowned for his paintings of Highland cattle. Restoration of the original wood frame (33” x 25” and in amazing condition) and the addition of acid-free matting and backing to properly preserve the lithograph has been carried out by Master Framer Sandy Clark. Restoration cost was sponsored by Little Cedar Cattle Co. LCCC will gladly provide delivery to NJSS, NAILE, or another mutually agreed location. Shipping is not recommended due to the age of the piece.
Lot 26: Video Commercial at NJSS
Hunt at DTR Cattle Co.
Donated By: DTR Cattle Co.
DTR Cattle Co. Is offering a 5 day hunt in unit 5 in Kansas. Located 5 miles from Quivera National Wildlife Refuge and bordering the Arkansas River this hunt offers access to one of the most sought after white tail or mule deer hunts in the area. This 600 acre property has a live creek, which passes through the property along with an abundance of cover for both stand and pop up blind hunting. Can be during bow, rifle or muzzleloader season in the 2025. Tags will be included. Buyer is responsible for obtaining a Kansas Hunting License. Maximum of two people. Lodging options are available in several surrounding towns. We ask that buyer confirm season for hunt and request days by June 1. Contact us for more
Lot 27: Lot 28: Lot 29: Lot 30: Lot 31: Lot 32: Lot 33: Lot 34: Lot 35: Lot 36:
Covered Tie out Pen 24’x20’ #N1
Covered Tie out Pen 24’x20’ #N2
Covered Tie out Pen 24’x20’ #N3
Covered Tie out Pen 24’x20’ #N4
Covered Tie out Pen 24’x20’ #N5
Covered Tie out Pen 24’x20’ #N6
Covered Tie out Pen 24’x20’ #N7
Covered Tie out Pen 24’x20’ #N8
Covered Tie out Pen 24’x20’ #N9
Covered Tie out Pen 24’x20’ #N10
Barn Area
Inside Barn Area
(all items will be removed for pen set-up
This facility has the perfect location for covered tieouts with all the amenities. All covered tie outs will be in the Swine Barn (Aurora Cooperative Pavilion). This barn is open sided with great airflow. You will have access to water and electric in the covered tie outs. Bedding will be provided in the pens. Pens WILL be set up and bedded prior to your arrival. You do not need to bring panels, it is all provided.
Starting bid $500. Limit 2 pens/winning bid.
Outside
Lot 37: Package of 3 IVF Sexed Heifer Embryos
FSF Perfection 812 x JSUL Who Dat Darling 902G
Donated By: Sullivan Farms
Lot 38: Package of 3 IVF Sexed Heifer Embryos
Donated By: Smith Family Farms
We absolutely love this mating and cannot wait to get some progeny from it. These won’t be offered very often, take advantage while the opportunity is presented. JSUL Who Dat Darling 902G was the 2020 Louisville Supreme Overall Female for Sara Sullivan that stems from the lucrative Primo x Who Dat Darling 4303B mating. 902G has been dominating the show ring with her 1/2 blood Simmental progeny, we expect the same results with this new mating. These will be ShorthornPlus. These will be ShorthornPlus.
Lot 39: Package of 3 IVF Sexed Heifer Embryos
SULL Red Reward 9321 x SULL Dream 7559E ET
Donated By: Trails End Shorthorns
Sull Dream 7559E is the cow that helped put us on the map, producing one of the best Shorthorn Plus bulls TESCC Almighty Zeus in her first year of embryo production as well as many other high quality offspring. Zeus is your 23-24 Shorthorn Plus Bull of the year. 7559 is a maternal sib to Dream On 5158C, the proof is in the pudding. Don’t miss out! Progeny will Register Purebred Shorthorn and 25% Maintainer!
Lot 40: Virtual Cooking Class with a Chef
By: Koby Rogers
Koby Rogers has been working for Bonnell’s Fine Texas Cuisine in Fort Worth, Texas, for the last nine years. During his time he has worn many hats but has focused on catering. He has cooked for former President George W. Bush, Aaron Watson, Bob Kingsley, Robert Earl Keen, Taylor Sheridan, former Cowboys football players and more. He helped prepare meals for their curbside pickup during COVID and continues this now. Koby has worked catering in the suites at the TCU football stadium. After purchase of this meal share with us a few of your favorite cuisines and we will help you coordinate a day/time to meet Koby over zoom as he teaches you to cook a starter, entree, several sides and a cocktail. You will be provided an ingredient list and kitchen utensils needed for the virtual cooking class. This one of a kind experience will be ‘catered’ to you! (Must be used within this calendar year)
Lot 41: Historic Trophy
Donated By: Jerry Nickel
Trophy won at the 1956 National Polled Congress in Columbus, Nebraska for the Reserve Champion Female. It was won by Lynnwood Farm of Carmel, Indiana. Not only are you buying a decor piece but a part of Shorthorn history! This can be picked up at NJSS, NAILE, Cattlemen’s Congress or shipped at buyer’s expense.
Donated
DAM
SIRE
Lot 42: Lot 43: Lot 44: Lot 45: Lot 46: Lot 47: Lot 48: Lot 49: Lot 50: Lot 51:
Covered Tie out Pen 24’x20’ #S1
Covered Tie out Pen 24’x20’ #S2
Covered Tie out Pen 24’x20’ #S3
Covered Tie out Pen 24’x20’ #S4
Covered Tie out Pen 24’x20’ #S5
Covered Tie out Pen 24’x20’ #S6
Covered Tie out Pen 24’x20’ #S7
Covered Tie out Pen 24’x20’ #S8
Covered Tie out Pen 24’x20’ #S9
Covered Tie out Pen 24’x20’ #S10
Outside Barn Area
Inside Barn Area
(all items will be removed for pen set-up
This facility has the perfect location for covered tieouts with all the amenities. All covered tie outs will be in the Swine Barn (Aurora Cooperative Pavilion). This barn is open sided with great airflow. You will have access to water and electric in the covered tie outs. Bedding will be provided in the pens. Pens WILL be set up and bedded prior to your arrival. You do not need to bring panels, it is all provided.
Starting bid $500. Limit 2 pens/winning bid.
42 Lot 43
44 Lot 45
46
47
48 Lot 49
50 Lot 51
Lot 55: Slideshow Commercial at NJSS
“Oak Hill Farm” Antique Play Set
Donated By: Steve & Kay Torgerson
Astute Shorthorn breeder and avid collector Steve Torgerson received this farm play set as a birthday gift on his 5th birthday in 1952. He said, “This is the original Oak Hill Farm!” Made by Ohio Tin Litho, it is in mint condition and will create hours of imaginative, inspiring playtime as it did for Steve, and will make a wonderful family heirloom for the next 70 years. A creative decorator can transform this vintage barn and play set into a charming centerpiece at home or for a farm wedding.
Contact Information: Steve & Kay Torgerson - 507.219.9555
Lot 56: Lot 57:
NJSS Exhibitor Photo Package
Donated By: Shorthorn Country
Our NJSS photographer, Cindy Cagwin-Johnston, generously donates her time to take photos during NJSS. This year she has donated this photo package that would include all the photos of ONE NJSS exhibitor from the 2025 NJSS. This would include any photos featuring the exhibitor including from contests and the show.
Contact Information: Cindy Cagwin-Johnston - 217.370.6034
Lot 58:
Custom Made Stall Chute
Donated By: Camerlinck Cattle Company & Vaughn Farms
This stall chute easily connects to the fence or your trailer. Its ease of set-up makes it ideal for transport, yet it is durable enough for breaking cattle at home. The bars are easily removed for clipping and fitting. It is custom constructed of solid metal with a durable powder coating that will make it last for years! Delivered at no cost to NJSS.
Contact Information: Mat Vaughn - 303.506.8511
Lot 59: Lot 60: Lot 61: Lot 62: Lot 63: Lot 64: Lot 65: Lot 66: Lot 67: Lot 68:
Covered Tie out Pen 24’x20’ #N11
Covered Tie out Pen 24’x20’ #N12
Covered Tie out Pen 24’x20’ #N13
Covered Tie out Pen 24’x20’ #N14
Covered Tie out Pen 24’x20’ #N15
Covered Tie out Pen 24’x20’ #N16
Covered Tie out Pen 24’x20’ #N17
Covered Tie out Pen 24’x20’ #N18
Covered Tie out Pen 24’x20’ #N19
Covered Tie out Pen 24’x20’ #N20
Outside Barn Area
Inside Barn Area
(all items will be removed for pen set-up
This facility has the perfect location for covered tieouts with all the amenities. All covered tie outs will be in the Swine Barn (Aurora Cooperative Pavilion). This barn is open sided with great airflow. You will have access to water and electric in the covered tie outs. Bedding will be provided in the pens. Pens WILL be set up and bedded prior to your arrival. You do not need to bring panels, it is all provided.
Starting bid $500. Limit 2 pens/winning bid.
Slideshow Commercial at NJSS
30-second slideshow commercial to be featured 4 times during the livestream of the National Junior Shorthorn Show (Wed-Sat). Feature past winner pictures, herd pics and upcoming sale date in your slideshow. If you purchase this you can join us on stage during each show day to be interviewed by our livestream host. This gives the buyer the opportunity to share about their breeding program, upcoming sales, and more.
70:
Lot 69: Lot
Vintage Cow Bank
Donated By: Cindy Cagwin-Johnston from the Gene McDonald Collection
Vintage American Cow Bank from the Gene McDonald Collection. This is a neat piece to add to any collectors home. This can be picked up at NJSS, NAILE, Cattlemen’s Congress or shipped at buyer’s expense.
Contact Information: Cindy Cagwin-Johnston - 217.370.6034
Lot 71:
Shorthorn Spoon Rest
Donated By: Cindy Cagwin-Johnston
Brown and Tan Shorthorn spoon rest. This has been a popular item in other auctions so don’t miss out! This can be picked up at NJSS, NAILE, Cattlemen’s Congress or shipped at buyer’s expense.
Contact Information: Cindy Cagwin-Johnston - 217.370.6034
Lot 72:
Custom-made Sweetwater Trading Pillows
Selling choice or double your bid to take both
Donated By: the SYDF
Enrich Your Home with Sweetwater Pillows
Featuring ASA’s 150th Anniversary “America’s First” work of art by C.J. Brown Uncompromising quality. Handcrafted luxury. Beautiful imagery. Made in USA. Small family business. These traits have defined Sweetwater Trading Company™ artistic luxury leather pillows for decades. Handcrafted and made-to-order using only superior quality leather and faux leather fabrics, original artwork from the painting “America’s First” is printed on genuine chamois leather giving the image a warm and beautifully aged appearance. A thin border of cognac brown faux suede leather surrounds the artwork while bold, hickory brown genuine leather frames the showpiece. Cognac brown faux suede leather comprises the welt and the back of the Sweetwater Pillows. This will shipped directly to your home at no cost to buyer.
Lot 73: Lot 74: Lot 75: Lot 76: Lot 77: Lot 78: Lot 79: Lot 80: Lot 81: Lot 82:
Covered Tie out Pen 24’x20’ #S11
Covered Tie out Pen 24’x20’ #S12
Covered Tie out Pen 24’x20’ #S13
Covered Tie out Pen 24’x20’ #S14
Covered Tie out Pen 24’x20’ #S15
Covered Tie out Pen 24’x20’ #S16
Covered Tie out Pen 24’x20’ #S17
Covered Tie out Pen 24’x20’ #S18
Covered Tie out Pen 24’x20’ #S19
Covered Tie out Pen 24’x20’ #S20
Inside Barn Area
(all items will be removed for pen set-up
This facility has the perfect location for covered tieouts with all the amenities. All covered tie outs will be in the Swine Barn (Aurora Cooperative Pavilion). This barn is open sided with great airflow. You will have access to water and electric in the covered tie outs. Bedding will be provided in the pens. Pens WILL be set up and bedded prior to your arrival. You do not need to bring panels, it is all provided.
Starting bid $500. Limit 2 pens/winning bid.
Outside Barn Area
Starting bid
$1,000. Limit 1 pen/winning bid.
Starting bid $800. Limit 1 pen/winning bid.
See other page for lot 83 & 84 pen placing and other details.
FastPass #3 - Skip the Line!
Upon arrival at the National Junior Shorthorn Show, you will skip the trailer line! We will send you a pass for ONE family to skip the line. You will receive info for arrival at a different gate and be sent to the barn you are stalled. You will be the next one in the barn after a spot opens up for unload. *You cannot arrive early, grounds will be open for arrival on Saturday, June 21 at 5 pm. ONLY 4 FASTPASSES WILL BE SOLD!!!
83: Covered Tie Out Pen 24’x40’ #40E Lot 84: Covered Tie Out Pen 24’x30’ #30E Lot 85: Lot 86:
FastPass #4 - Skip the Line!
Upon arrival at the National Junior Shorthorn Show, you will skip the trailer line! We will send you a pass for ONE family to skip the line. You will receive info for arrival at a different gate and be sent to the barn you are stalled. You will be the next one in the barn after a spot opens up for unload. *You cannot arrive early, grounds will be open for arrival on Saturday, June 21 at 5 pm. ONLY 4 FASTPASSES WILL BE SOLD!!!
Guaranteed Parking Spots
Guaranteed Parking Spots near cattle tie outs and stalling. We will be in the cattle barn and sheep barn for stalling and show in the Five Points Bank Arena. These will be the ONLY spots sold. This guarantees you have a parking spot. You will receive a pass for your vehicle and we will mark the spots in the designated area.
Guaranteed Parking Spot
Terms And Conditions: Terms of the sale are cash, check or credit card. Buyers will be billed directly for all purchases from CCi.LIVE. You can pay directly by credit card through CCi.LIVE or contact the ASA office to have it added to your DigitalBeef account. You can also send a check to the SYDF (7607 NW Prairie View Rd, Kansas City, MO 64151 :: 816.599.7777). All lots must be paid in full before being released.
Shipping: Buyer responsible for all associated shipping costs unless otherwise stated.
General Information: Announcements made from the auction block take precedence over all printed material in this catalog.
