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TABLE OF CONTENTS the Register ◆ March 2018 Volume 31, Number 6

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BACKED BY A BROAD BASE A southern family raises seedstock for commercial producers and balances a highly diversified operation.

By Lilly Brogger

12 FAQS: THE IGS MULTI-BREED SINGLE-STEP POWERED BY BOLT

By IGS Genetic Evaluation Team and Consultants

18 ASA’S ANNUAL MEETING A detailed report on ASA’s Convention and Annual Meeting, held in conjunction with the National Western.

Compiled by ASA and Register Staff

36 A BUSY AND SUCCESSFUL NWSS Simmental breeders turn out in droves for the nation’s most venerable cattle event.

Also in this issue . . .

Viewpoint

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Corporate Report

50 Years of Simmental

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Back to Basics

ASA’s Largest Breeders

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Personnel Profiles

Mailbag

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Fleckvieh Forum

Menu Morsels

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New Members

Most Used Bulls

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Walton-Berry Grant

From the Headquarters

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Sale Results

Bulletins

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We Get Visitors

AJSA Connection

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ASA Fees

State Scene

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Date Book

Cow Sense

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Rates & Policies

Newsmakers

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Advertisers' Index

Beef Business

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About the cover: Breeders from across the nation gathered in Denver for the annual National Western.

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BOARD OF TRUSTEES Executive Committee: Tim Smith, Chairman Gordon Hodges, Vice Chairman Fred Schuetze, Treasurer Tim Curran Mike Forman

Published By ASA Publication, Inc. One Genetics Way, Bozeman, Montana 59718 USA 406-587-2778 Fax: 406-587-9301 www.simmental.org Email: register@simmgene.com Canada Publications Agreement Number: 1875183

CEO Wade Shafer, Ph.D.

Business Manager Linda Kesler

General Manager Jim Largess

Editorial Jackie Atkins, Ph.D. Lilly Brogger Emme Troendle

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Editorial Consultant Dan Rieder

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Media/ Website Administrator Accounts Receivable Kathy Shafer Carla Stephens

ASA PUBLICATION, INC., BOARD Chairman Gordon Hodges

Vice-Chairman Tim Smith

Fred Schuetze Tim Curran Mike Forman

Executive Secretary-Treasurer Wade Shafer, Ph.D.

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Executive Vice President: Wade Shafer, Ph.D. Immediate Past Chairman: Brian DeFreese

North Central Area: John G. Irvine (2019) 3370 Casement Rd Manhattan, KS 66502 785.313.7473 johngirvine@sbcglobal.net

Steve Eichacker (2020) 25446 445th Ave Salem, SD 57058 605.421.1152 es@triotel.net

Erika Kenner (2020) 440 6th Avenue SE Leeds, ND 58346 406.581.1188 erika.kenner@gmail.com

Tom Hook (2021) 11333 180th Street Tracy, MN 56175 507.829.5283 hookfarms@mvtvwireless.com

Eastern Area: Gordon Hodges (2020) 1025 Pineview Farms Drive Hamptonville, NC 27020 336.469.0489 pvfghodges@yadtel.net

Randy Moody (2020) 811 Frank Hereford Rd New Market, AL 35761 256.655.5255 randymoody@ardmore.net

Jim Ligon (2021) 1362 Dyer Creek Rd Cookeville, TN 38051 931.510.3328 gligon@tntech.edu Cliff Orley (2021) 1486 Mount Wilson Rd Lebanon, PA 17042 717.269.0128 corley01@comcast.net

Western Area: Tim Curran (2019) 1000 Cook Road Ione, CA 95640 209.765.1815 circleranch@volcano.net

Clay Lassle (2019) 42 Road 245 Glendive, MT 59330 406.486.5584 Irsbeef@midrivers.com

Tom Nelson (2020) 5831 Hwy 7 Wibaux, MT 59353 406.939.1252 nlcsim@midrivers.com

Michael Forman (2021) 2451 Number 81 Road Ellensburg, WA 98926 509.929.0312 mforman7777@gmail.com

South Central Area: Tim Smith (2019) PO Box 330 Giddings, TX 78942 512.587.7896 smithgenetics1@gmail.com

Dr. Gary W. Updyke (2020) 107030 S. 4250 Road Checotah, OK 74426 918.843.3193 garyupdyke38@gmail.com

John Griswold (2021) 5922 S Brush Creek Rd Stillwater, OK 74074 405.780.3300 john@griswoldcattle.com

Fred Schuetze (2021) PO Box 968 Granbury, TX 76048 817.894.0563 bhr@speednet.com

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By Gary W. Updyke Ph.D., Checotah, OK The American Simmental Association annual meeting held in conjunction with the National Western in Denver in January this year was a very productive meeting. Let me start by sharing that the American Simmental Association is very stable financially, which is always good for our breeders to hear.

One of our primary objectives at our annual meeting was to develop short and long-range objectives for our Association.

Although we didn’t finish, a lot of progress was made. As you can imagine there are several different opinions from our diverse board on the priorities for the American Simmental Association. The board will continue discussions which will eventually lead to the development of some outstanding guidelines for our future as an Association and for all breeders of Simmental cattle. Since the Board of Trustees is YOUR VOICE for the development of these guidelines, let me encourage all Simmental breeders to contact your representative and voice your opinions.

The 2018 ASA Foundation Auction was very successful with around $42,000 being raised. In conjunction with the auction was a bred heifer donated by Circle M Farms and sold at “The One” Sale for $20,000. The heifer was then donated back to the Foundation and sold a second time for $11,000 to Ronnie and Susan Smith of Diamond C in Denton, Texas. As Foundation Chairman, Fred Schuetze noted these funds support our youth programs, as well as other educational and research projects. At the annual auction each region puts together a basket for the auction, and I would like to thank the state associations in the South Central Region for their contributions to the basket this year.

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As most of you know, our Association is leading the way in genetic evaluation in the beef breed associations. This is made possible through the leadership of our Executive Vice President Dr. Wade Shafer and our hard-working, highly qualified ASA staff; however, without the data provided by our Simmental breeders that would all be impossible. We need you to continue providing your most accurate data. If you are not participating in the Cow Herd DNA Roundup (CHR), let me encourage you to consider it.

With the most accurate data on your herd, you can make better decisions for your breeding program. To find out more about this great opportunity contact the ASA staff or your Trustee. On the same note, we are anxiously anticipating the full implementation of IGS Multi-breed Single-step powered by BOLT, which will give us the most accurate EPDs in the business. There is yet another program that the ASA is promoting — the IGS Feeder Profit Calculator™. If you think this might enhance your program, contact our staff person in charge, Chip Kemp. The previously mentioned programs set our breed apart making it highly competitive for the future. Personally, as a breeder, I have only one area of concern; I feel more attention needs to be placed in promoting our SIMMENTAL breed.

Our next board meeting will be held in Bozeman, on April 1923, this year. There will be items on the agenda which will impact you as a Simmental breeder. The business of the board is conducted through standing committees of which each board member serves on at least two. These committees discuss the items on their agenda and then make their recommendations to the full board for the final decision. If you want to have your voice heard, this is a good place to start.

It is an honor and privilege to serve as a trustee and represent the breeders in the South Central Region. Please feel free to contact me with your comments or concerns. u

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Backed by a Broad Base A southern family raises seedstock for commercial producers and balances a highly diversified operation.

By Lilly Brogger

Bart, Ty, and Sarah Jones in the tobacco field.

Simmental and Red Angus seedstock, burley tobacco, purebred hogs, and a variety of crops make up Bart and Sarah Jones’ Red Hill Farms.

Their 500-head seedstock operation supplies bulls to commercial producers through two annual sales.

The majority of the genetics come from within, enforcing their philosophy that it takes both data and knowledge of how each female performed over her lifetime to better predict progeny success.

Bart’s great-great-great grandmother purchased the original farm in the late 1860’s, and the family also owns Sarah’s home place in Monroe County, Kentucky, making it a seventh generation family operation. Despite this long history, the cattle enterprise is relatively young. Bart’s father, Gordon, held a 40-year professorship at Western Kentucky University, and the family lived in town. Bart was still highly involved in agriculture, participating in 4-H and agricultural activities. After graduating from

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Oklahoma State University with a B.S. in Animal Science and minor in Agricultural Economics Bart chose to move to the family farm, based in the rolling green hills outside Lafayette, Tennessee, where his grandfather was raising purebred Duroc hogs.

Beginning around 2000, Bart started buying purebred Red Angus seedstock, with genetics originating from herds developed outside Sheridan, Wyoming. He notes that they have purchased fewer than 100 head of cattle since their start, focusing early on their goal of developing and knowing genetics from within the herd. The purebred hog business taught Bart the power and importance of heterosis, which encouraged him to find a second breed to add to the operation.

His commercial customers needed a source for a complementary breed, and sending them to a different breeder for bulls didn’t satisfy Bart’s dedication to helping his customers. “Coming from a hog background, we realize the importance of offering our customers more than just one breed. We believe in crossbreeding, and when you look at the pork and poultry industries, they are maximizing heterosis in the offspring going to market. We want to encourage that same thing for our customers,” explains Bart.

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Bart, Ty, and Gordon Jones, representing three generations.

Extremely data driven, Bart and Sarah chose to add Simmental to their program, originally buying genetics from Gateway Simmental in Montana.

They valued the American Simmental Association’s whole herd reporting system, Total Herd Enrollment, as well as the traits that help Simmental cattle thrive in the south. Endophyte infected fescue is the main forage in north-central Tennessee and south-central Kentucky, meaning cattle have to adapt well to the hard-to-digest plant.

Growth from Within Keeping the farm in the family for seven generations means the Jones family knows the history and characteristics of the land—similarly, the genetics of their cattle are familiar. “We try to make 85% of our matings be to bulls bred and raised on the farm,” says Bart. “When we use bulls bred and raised here we have firsthand knowledge of their individual performance, but more importantly we know the traits of the dam, including those not included in the genetic evaluation — environmental adaptability, disposition, fleshing ability, udder quality, and teat size.”

AI and ET are still utilized heavily with every female being AI’d — the real difference is that these matings are not to popular AI studs, but to their own bulls. The commercial producer’s profitability is the main focus at Red Hill Farms, which Bart acknowledges first and foremost. “The most expensive thing our commercial customers can do is keep their replacement females. So, as we make our matings, longevity and stayability are among the top priorities. Part of that is having good feet and leg structure and good udder quality. We want those cows to last and stay a long time.”

Red Hill Farms is also operated from within. Despite the diversity, spread and size of the business, Bart and Sarah run the cattle on their own, with help from Bart's father, Gordon. “We’re fortunate to have my dad around all the time, he’s a great advisor,” says Bart.

Sarah is a Certified Public Accountant by trade, working for a firm in Nashville prior to becoming full time on the farm. Her job title now ranges from AI tech to financial manager to head hay baler, and as Bart says, “Sarah is the backbone of everything we do.”

Their son, Ty, 10, is also very involved with the livestock and is taking a serious interest in the business. “If you get ear tags out he can tell you which cow it is without looking,” says Bart.

Catered to The Customer March of 2018 marks the 13th year the Jones family has held bull sales, with the largest being held each March, and a smaller sale each fall. Unlike a typical sale, they don’t use an auctioneer or ring men. Instead, a predetermined price is placed on each bull, and Bart stands in front of his customers and takes bids. The last person bidding still gets the animal, but the pressure and chaos of a regular auction is replaced by a low-key, low pressure

environment. “It gives my customers an equal and fair chance to buy the bull they want,” explains Bart. “We have chosen to go this direction because we think it’s a fair way to do business.”

Each bull purchased carries a guarantee on soundness, fertility and docility. While this practice is commonplace in the industry, the Jones’ go above and beyond by allowing their customers access to many of the benefits of running a large cattle operation. Bart will order animal health products in bulk, selling them to his customers at cost, and offers them the option of buying their custom-mixed mineral, which typically has to be purchased in large quantities not feasible for smaller operations. They also serve as a link between producers, referring their customers to others utilizing Red Hill genetics which they know will work for a commercial producer. To further encourage the employment of heterosis, the Jones’ help customers plan their breeding programs, and later on, will group Red Hill Farms’ retained calves with those of customers so they can be sent to the feedlot with the ability to obtain data. Each of these services is done at no extra cost — Bart emphasizes that this is simply part of offering good customer service. “Any time you do any of those things for a customer you solidify their business for the long-term.”

Creating Competent Cows Self-sufficiency is key for the Jones’. The operation is spread across four counties within two different states and calving difficulty is not an option. Some groups of cows will calve 35 miles from Bart and Sarah’s home and be checked once daily to tag and weigh new calves. Calving ease is not a secondary focus for Red Hill Farms because it is essential to their own success. Calving is split evenly between spring and fall, both because of labor during breeding seasons and the ability to have bulls ready throughout the year — at each sale, yearling and 18-month-old bulls are offered.

Self-sufficiency is also an economically important element for Red Hill Farms. Each weaning, cows are weighed along with the calves and these numbers are compared to gauge the productivity of each female, which has been done for 17 years.

“That’s one of the most important measurements that we take. Our goal is to make that cow wean 60% of her body weight with no creep feed,” explains Bart.

Fescue toxins add an additional challenge, as the presence of the endophyte fungus in forage increases a cow’s internal temperature by one to two degrees. This small increase has large effects on reproduction, gain, and overall health. Due to this, Bart emphasizes the importance of efficient and adaptable cattle. “We select for cattle that are moderate-framed, big-ribbed, can consume a lot of high moisture forage, and are very slick haired.”

Disposition is also crucial and was an additional factor that pointed them to Simmental.

The cattle are run in groups no larger than 70 head, and if necessary, are moved between pastures by trailer.

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Bart emphasizes their commitment to numbers as “data driven people”. All required and optional measurement they can take is recorded for each cow and calf. In addition, ultrasound and genomics are utilized. As repeat Performance Advocates (PA), every cow and calf are reported, leading to reliable data. “As a family we enjoy showing livestock. Ty competitively exhibits sheep and pigs in shows across Kentucky and at several national shows each year. This is our family hobby and often our family vacations,” says Bart.

“We choose not to exhibit our cattle but to focus our cattle breeding program on economically relevant traits, selling commercial bulls, and making cows that are functional in our environment.”

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Duroc hogs were the focus of Red Hill Farms prior to Bart moving to the farm. Burley tobacco is a cash crop that has helped the family build their place in the cattle industry. Like the hog business, growing tobacco has changed significantly over the last 20 years. Pressure from the government and health officials to stop the use of tobacco products means the Jones’ are not certain how long the enterprise will be sustainable. Bart still notes that growing tobacco has been very good to the family financially, and they will continue to do so for as long as it is viable. Bart’s grandfather built a strong group of purebred Duroc sows, and that program is now what the Jones’ build on. When asked why they choose to diversify, Bart explains, “We like all of it. They’re not all going to be profitable every year. It helps smooth out the ups and downs when you have income from three different enterprises.”

In addition to tobacco, a variety of other crops are grown, all complementing one another and the livestock. After tobacco is harvested, cover crops are planted to prevent erosion and replenish nutrients in the soil. These cover crops, such as rye grass and wheat, are baled and used for winter cattle feed. Shelled corn is produced to feed to the hogs, and then corn and sorghum silage is fed to the cattle.

Having built a successful business, Bart explains that maintaining and creating better cattle are goals for the future. “We like the lifestyle and the friendships we have built through this business,” says Bart. “Our main goal is to increase the profitability of our commercial customers.” ◆

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Frequently Asked Questions: Multi-breed Genetic Evaluation powered by BOLT

By IGS Genetic Evaluation Team The new genetic evaluation, Multi-breed Genetic Evaluation powered by BOLT, offers groundbreaking advances in the prediction of EPDs for the IGS group.

Here are some frequently asked questions and answers to help you better understand Multi-breed Single-step.

1. What are the key features of the Multi-breed Genetic Evaluation powered by BOLT? • Faster and more automated system allowing for frequent genetic evaluations.

• Improved use of genomic data.

• Improved methodology for predictions of all traits.

• More accurate accuracy.

• More flexibility to add additional traits or change methods for future improvements.

2. How is ASA’s single-step approach different from blending for genomic evaluation?

The blending approach uses separate steps to calculate genomically enhanced EPDs. This approach requires two steps. The first step is to estimate the effects of DNA markers through a process called “training” or “calibration”. These effects are then used to calculate molecular breeding values (MBVs) on genotyped animals. The MBVs are then combined with traditionally calculated EPDs to enhance the accuracy of the traditionally calculated EPDs. The blending process is only performed on genotyped animals.

Befitting its name, the single-step approach calculates genomically enhanced EPDs in one step — using DNA, pedigree information, and phenotypes simultaneously. As a result, the DNA information not only improves the accuracy of prediction on genotyped animals, but also on the relatives and contemporaries of the genotyped animals. In a sense, all animals are genomically enhanced under the single-step approach.

There are also issues inherent in the blending process that are solved with single-step. Similar to the fact that only reporting phenotypes on a selected group of animals in your herd can lead to less informative (and more biased) EPDs with traditional evaluation, problems can exist with blending as it only involves genotyped animals — and genotyped animals tend to be highly selected. However, because single-step includes information from nongenotyped as well as genotyped animals, the issues are corrected.

3. How is the Multi-breed Genetic Evaluation powered by BOLT different than other singlestep models used in other genetic evaluations?

It is well established that DNA markers vary greatly in their effect on traits — ranging from a large to no impact. To leverage this biological fact in a statistically advantageous manner, the BOLT single-step method only utilizes markers that have a meaningful impact on the traits of interest, while ignoring those that have little to no effect. By using this approach, BOLT reduces the statistical “noise” and thereby increases the accuracy of prediction.

By circumventing the “noise,” BOLT-generated EPDs tend to be more accurate than EPDs generated by organizations that are relegated to using all markers in their single-step evaluation.

4. How many DNA markers are being used?

The Multi-breed Genetic Evaluation powered by BOLT uses a subset of weighted markers based on a research study performed by Drs. Mahdi Saatchi and Dorian Garrick, while they were scientists at Iowa State University. Drs. Saatchi and Garrick first used the 50,000 markers to determine a subset of weighted markers that are highly associated with economically relevant traits in beef cattle with consistent effects across breeds. Because the IGS evaluation is for multiple breeds, it is important to remove markers with inconsistent effects or no effects in different breeds.

The Saatchi and Garrick research also found that utilizing genotypes on animals of multiple breeds consistently increased the accuracy of prediction within a particular breed when compared to limiting DNA utilization to only animals of a particular breed.

5. Why are some traits influenced by markers and others are not?

The genetic architectures of various traits are different. Some are controlled by few genes with large effects and some are controlled by many small effects genes. In the current DNA profilers, there are some markers with high correlations with corresponding genes for some traits and low correlations with others. That’s why we see the different DNA added values for different traits. It is hard to change the genetic architecture of a trait. But, new DNA profilers or future technologies may help to improve the value of DNA information for such traits.

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FAQs: Multi-breed Genetic Evaluation powered by BOLT (Continued from page 12)

Furthermore, some maternal traits, like Maternal Calving Ease and Milk, are difficult to predict with genomics because there are so few females genotyped. Increasing the number of cows and heifers genotyped will improve the ability to use genomics to predict maternal traits.

6. Will genomic testing replace the need to submit phenotype records?

No, reporting actual records is critical. The value of genomic predictions increases as the amount of phenotypic information increases. Furthermore, at this point, animals cannot achieve high accuracy with genomic data alone. High accuracy EPDs are only achievable by collecting many phenotypic records on offspring.

7. How do we know predictions via BOLT are better than the previous system (Cornell software)?

The IGS evaluation team has conducted a series of validations to compare the BOLT system to the Cornell system. BOLT-derived EPDs had higher correlations to birth, weaning and yearling weights (0.34, 0.29, and 0.26, respectively) than the Cornell derived EPDs (0.27, 0.19, and 0.20, respectively).

Furthermore, there was a larger difference in average progeny performance (birth, weaning, and yearling) of the top 1% compared to the bottom 1% animals in the BOLT derived EPDs compared to the Cornell calculated EPDs. Both validations suggest the BOLT EPDs align better with the actual phenotypes than the Cornell EPDs. 8. Why do some animals have substantial changes in their indexes?

Though the correlations between the previous (Cornell derived) EPDs/indexes and the BOLT derived EPDs/indexes are relatively strong, there will be some animals that happen to move in a consistently favorable or unfavorable direction in a number of EPDs. Because indexes are comprised of several EPDs, even though movement in individual EPDs may be considered small, movement in the same direction across EPDs may yield sizable movements in the index value. This is particularly true for animals that have consistent movement in traits that are drivers of a particular index. Though in a large population like ours we would expect to see several animals with substantial index movement, these animals will be the exception to the rule.

9. How does BOLT improve our calculation of accuracy?

“True” accuracy can be thought of as the gold standard of accuracy. It is statistically unbiased,

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and therefore the ultimate measure of accuracy.

True accuracy is the accuracy resulting from direct calculation. Unfortunately, even with the massively powerful computing capacity now in existence, the direct calculation of accuracy is not possible on datasets the size of ours. Because we cannot calculate accuracy directly, other approaches to accuracy calculation have been developed.

In our Cornell evaluation platform, and all others in existence other than BOLT, the calculation of the accuracy associated with each EPD is achieved through “approximation” methods. It has long been known these methods are a very crude approach to the calculation of accuracy — tending to overestimate accuracy.

Another approach to the calculation of accuracy is via “sampling” methodology. Sampling is shown to be a more accurate predictor of accuracy. In fact, the results of this method were reported to be virtually identical to true accuracy. Unfortunately, due to its computationally intense nature, sampling has long been thought an infeasible approach to the calculation of accuracy on large databases.

BOLT, however, has changed the landscape in this area. By employing unique computing strategies that leverage both software and hardware efficiencies, BOLT performs what was previously unthinkable — utilizing a sampling methodology to calculate what is essentially true accuracy.

Because BOLT can calculate true accuracy, we can put more confidence in our accuracy metrics.

Put another way, unlike with approximation, we can count on the predicted movements associated with possible change holding true over time. This was not the case with our Cornell system nor any other system in existence.

10. Why do the carcass EPDs generally have an increase in accuracy with BOLT while this is not a case for other traits?

You will notice that while the Multi-breed Genetic Evaluation powered by BOLT will generally produce lower accuracies than the Cornell system for growth and calving ease traits, the opposite is true for carcass traits.

One reason behind the differing accuracy outcomes is several years ago ASA staff developed a way to temper inflated accuracies in the Cornell carcass evaluation. Unfortunately, this was not possible for growth traits.

Another reason is that the Cornell system only used the carcass and its corresponding ultrasound trait (e.g., marbling score and IMF) to predict carcass EPDs, while records on several additional correlated traits are leveraged with the BOLT system.

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FAQs: Multi-breed Genetic Evaluation powered by BOLT (Continued from page 14)

A new feature of the BOLT evaluation is a new approach to the calculation of Carcass Weight EPDs. Due to limitations, our previous Carcass Weight EPDs did not incorporate actual carcass weights. They were predicted through an index of birth, weaning, and yearling weights. Besides using prior growth records (weaning, post weaning), the new approach also includes actual carcass weights. This feature will undoubtedly lead to a more accurate prediction of carcass weight.

11. What can I do to improve the predictions on my herd?

Whole Herd Reporting — If you haven’t already, you should consider enrolling your entire herd with a breed association total herd reporting program as it offers the most complete picture of the genetics involved in your herd.

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Proper contemporary groups — It is important for the genetic evaluation that you group, to the best of your ability, animals that were treated uniformly. Proper reporting of contemporary groups ensures better predictions for all.

Take data collection and reporting seriously — Phenotypes are the fuel that drives the genetic evaluation. Take pride in collecting accurate data.

If possible, try to collect additional phenotypes like mature cow weight, cow body condition score, feed intake, and carcass data.

Use genomics — DNA testing adds more information to what we know about an animal. The more genotypes we collect, the better we can predict DNA-tested animals in the future. Also, the more relatives genotyped, the better we can predict their relatives in future generations. Therefore, to ensure your bloodlines are well represented in the predictions, genotype your animals. ◆

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50th Annual Meeting and Convention Proceeding Treasurer’s Report

Outgoing Board Chairman Brian Defreese receives the symbolic gavel from incoming Chairman Tim Smith.

Six newly elected trustees, left to right: Mike Forman, John Griswold, Cliff Orley, Tom Hook, and Fred Schuetze. Not pictured: Jim Ligon.

Retiring Trustees receive their cowbells. Left to right: Claye Kaelberer, Barry Wesner, Dale Miller, and Jon Willis.

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By Fred Schuetze Mr. Chairman, I am proud to present the Treasurer’s Report for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2017. The report reflects the financial status of the American Simmental Association (ASA), ASA Publications Inc., and the American Simmental/Simbrah Foundation.

The Consolidated Financial Statement is completed by Rudd & Company and is posted on the ASA’s website.

I would like to thank staff members, Linda Kesler and Wade Shafer for their assistance, as well as the Finance Committee members: Tim Smith, Brian DeFreese, Mike Forman and Erika Kenner. The Publication Board consists of: Tim Smith, Brian DeFreese, Gordon Hodges and Barry Wesner, who must also be thanked for their help and assistance.

Total revenue for ASA for fiscal year 2017 is $4,871,855. Operating Revenue of membership fees, registrations, transfers, and Total Herd Enrollment totaled $3,386,740 for fiscal year 2017 compared to $3,240,313 for an increase of $146,427 gain.

ASA Publication Inc. had a net income $18,748 for fiscal year 2017. The operating revenue was $1,211,880 compared to $1,216,963 in 2016 fiscal year.

Consolidated total operating revenue for 2017 was $5,380,219 which is an increase of $136,454 over 2016, and our total net assets is $11,968,413, an increase of $1,053,393 over fiscal year 2016. The investment of ASA remains with Vanguard and these investment funds are managed by third parties in accordance with its investment policy. The fair market value on June 30, 2017, is $6,316,021. All interest and dividends are currently reinvested.

The tract of land, 1 Simmental Way, is currently under contract for $4,000,000.

I can report that your Association is in excellent financial shape and your Board of Trustees has initiated support of the membership by negotiation for decrease in DNA work and expenditures to help fund the largest DNA project to date of any breed in the Cow Herd DNA Roundup. As reported last year, the patent challenge is complete, and emphasis is now being placed on the IGS Feeder Profit Calculator™ and the completion of Biometric Open Language Tools (BOLT) using the multi-breed concept, which has never been attempted with a Singlestep genetic evaluation.

Mr. Chairman this concludes the Treasurer Report and I move that it be accepted into the official minutes of the 50th Annual Meeting of the American Simmental Association.

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Breed Improvement Committee

By Tim Curran, Chairman Committee members: Tim Curran, John Irvine, Clay Lassle, Tom Nelson, Mike Forman, Gordon Hodges, Fred Schuetze, and Steve Eichacker.

Staff contact: Wade Shafer The Breed Improvement Committee (BIC) had a busy schedule in 2017, mostly dominated by the launching of the new Cow Herd DNA Roundup (CHR) project. The concept was brought to the BIC by committee member John Irvine at our April Board meeting in Bozeman. The BIC had numerous meetings to fine tune the CHR project which was unanimously approved by the full-board in late July. Leoma Wells was named Project Manager and started receiving sign-up requests almost immediately and as of January 1, 2018, has had 226 herds sign up for the program. Because of the size of this project ASA staff was able to negotiate a reduced cost with GeneSeek® and passed the savings on to our members offering a reduced rate for genomic testing of $20 with an additional discount of $5 if a cow weight and/or hip height or body condition score (BCS) is included, and will include parent verification. To qualify for the CHR a producer must submit DNA on cows only and must include their whole herd which makes the data even more pristine and accurate. Before the launch of this project the cost to DNA test a herd of 100 cows was $5,000. With the reduced price and discounts for cow weights submitted the same 100 cows will cost $1,500.

Proving again, ASA’s commitment to science. The deadline for the CHR project is December 15, 2018.

This past year ASA also produced the first EPDs using the new single-step method to calculate Stayability EPDs with the new BOLT system. Progress has been made to produce EPDs through BOLT on all other traits and ASA is expecting a full release in early 2018. This new genetic evaluation will not only benefit ASA but all of our International Genetic Solutions (IGS) partners. This past year IGS also launched the new IGS Feeder Profit Calculator™ (FPC) and had the first public demonstrations at the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association conference in Nashville in February. The FPC is designed to predict the value of feeder cattle by inputing basic management protocols, including vaccination programs and weaning information, along with bull battery information and cow herd breed makeup to calculate the relative value of a group of feeder calves. The FPC is designed help our members’ customers, the commercial cattlemen, add value to their calves and this service is provided at no cost. While all feedlots have their own system for predicting the breakeven on a group of feeder cattle never have they had the ability to input the actual predictive genetic value of the cattle.

ASA is also working with Dr. Bob Weaber at Kansas State on the Foot and Leg Project to produce EPDs for this trait to give producers a selection tool for structural soundness. The project was funded in a partnership with ASA and the Red Angus Association of America. Weaber

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along with a team of students from Kansas State University collected over 4,000 phenotypes from SimGenetic and Red Angus cattle all with known pedigrees. DNA had already been collected on many of the animals evaluated and many more will be enrolled with the Cow Herd DNA Roundup project for a substantial amount of DNA to assist in calculating genomically enhanced EPDs for this trait. The scoring system used was very complex, but a more simplified scoring system will be developed for producers to evaluate their own herds. Estimates for accuracy should be in the .20 to .40 range and for bulls with progeny as high as .60 to .70 which should give breeders the opportunity to make rapid improvement in structural soundness. Started in 1996 the ASA Carcass Merit Program is entering its 22nd year and is the longest running program of its kind in the industry. This year 10 commercial herds are enrolled in the program covering eight states and feeding nearly 500 steers. Most of the heifer calves from the project are retained by the commercial herds for replacements and in some cases data is collected on them throughout their lifetime. Feed intake data is collected on most of the steers on feed and a 50K DNA sample is collected on all steers and a 150K DNA sample on all the test sires. In 2017 a total of 39 bulls were enrolled including 27 SimAngus™ and 12 Simmental bulls.

The Hair Shedding Project with the University of Missouri, under the direction of Dr. Jared Decker, is still in progress with over 10,000 phenotypes collected and over 75% of the DNA has been turned in to date. The cattle are given a hair score, body condition score, and a zip code to give the animal a geographic location. The project will study the effects of many environmental issues in beef cattle but will focus largely on tolerance to toxic tall fescue. With the new genomic data producers can avoid producing cattle that won’t thrive in their environment.

The ASA Board also voted to contribute $5,000 to become an Initial Stakeholder in the Beef Cattle Research Fund created by The Beef Improvement Federation (BIF) with the goal of funding public research and extension efforts supporting the beef industry; to facilitate unbiased research centered on critical topics of value to the beef industry (seedstock, cow-calf, stocker, feeder, packer, retailer). The monies from the Initial Stakeholders will be for the funding of the research task force. The voluntary collection of the beef research fee will be implemented at the packer level. All product leaving the plant will need to have a fee added at the equivalent of one cent per pound retail which would result in over $200 million annually available for beef cattle research.

Because of the staff time dedicated to the full implementation of the BOLT genetic evaluation the Breed Improvement Committee has several topics that this committee has decided to table until BOLT is up and running.

This concludes the BIC report. I move that it be accepted into the official minutes of the 50th Annual Meeting.

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Activities & Events Committee

By John Irvine, A&E Chairman Committee Members: John Irvine, Steve Eichacker, Barry Wesner, Tim Smith, Fred Schuetze, Randy Moody, Jon Willis, and Gary Updyke Staff Members: Linda Kesler, Dr. Rachel Endecott (Youth), Luke Bowman, (PTP Programs) Over the course of 2017 the American Simmental Association hosted and supported numerous activities, both for our junior and adult members. A quick rundown of these events includes . . . the Foundation Auction and Gala, a Meet and Greet in Denver at the National Western, the Annual Membership Meeting, PTP Shows at the four major shows, four Junior Regional Classics and the National Classic, a Junior Leadership Conference (Summit), and Fall Focus in Bismarck, North Dakota. 2018 promises to be another eventful year. The Activities and Events Committee, over the course of numerous meetings throughout 2017, has worked on planning and approving agenda items relating to these events both for 2017 and 2018. Below is an overview of the 2017 events that were held, those planned for 2018, and some of the work A&E has been involved with to ensure these events operate in a manner that serves our membership well.

The 2017 AJSA Summer Classic season was well attended and by all accounts highly successful. The National Classic was held in July in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. In the midst of some great competitions, Classic goers were greeted with great food, live music every evening, and plenty of refreshments to keep cool. The Mississippi Simmental delegation, led by coordinators Mark and Debbie Smith, and Deena Branum showed what great southern hospitality is about. The 2017 Regional Classics were held in London, Ohio; Huron, South Dakota; Springfield, Missouri, and Klamath Falls, Oregon.

All these events were made possible by an “army” of local Simmental-ers who believe in the importance of educating our youth about the beef business and developing our future leaders. Without the effort of these good folks pitching in, our Classics would not be possible. The Activities and Events Committee has approved 2018 Regional Classics in West Springfield, MA (Eastern), Springfield, IL (North Central), Fayetteville, AR (South Central), and Yreka, CA (Western), culminating in St. Paul, MN, for the National Classic, July 2 to 7, 2018.

Following the National Classic in Hattiesburg the AJSA Board conducted a thorough review of the Regional and National Classic Rules. Proposed changes to the Rules were forwarded to A&E. Over the course of several meetings a finalized version was approved by both Boards.

One of the highlighted changes for 2018 is the addition of a division of bred and owned bulls at the AJSA Classics.

As part of the 2018 Nationals, the Steer Profitability Competition (SPC) will be added to the points program, with the winners to be announced at the 2018 National Classic

Awards Banquet in St. Paul, MN. Also new for 2018 Regional and National Classics will be a Genetic Evaluation Quiz competition.

In September, over 200 Simmental enthusiasts convened in Bismarck, North Dakota, for Fall Focus. ASA Staff assembled an outstanding group of speakers who provided an informative educational program. The ASA Board also conducted a full board meeting with great membership participation. Special thanks to the North Dakota Simmental Association for all their efforts to making this an enjoyable and memorable event. With the significance 2018 brings marking the 50th Anniversary of our Organization, the 2018 edition of Fall Focus will be celebrated in Bozeman, MT. Additionally, to commemorate the 50th Anniversary, ASA will commission the writing of a book detailing the storied history of our Association.

Another event coinciding with the 50th Anniversary will be the hosting of the World Simmental Fleckvieh Federation conference, on the calendar for the last week of September in Fort Worth, TX. Special thanks to A&E Committee member Fred Schuetze for his involvement with the planning of this event.

After a very popular inaugural AJSA Steer Profitability Competition (SPC), steer calves owned by Junior members were gathered for the 2nd installment of SPC in November 2017. The SPC is designed to provide junior members meaningful exposure to the opportunities and challenges associated with cattle feeding. The 2017 feedout is taking place in Columbia, MO, with all the calves being fed on a feed intake system.

Later in the fall, a new program coming out of the A&E Committee and approved by the full-board was the “Ring of Champions”. A points scoring system was developed to award animals shown at the four major PTP shows in 2017/2018, culminating in the crowning of a “champion” at the 2018 Fort Worth Stock Show. The four award divisions are: PB Simmental Bull, PB Simmental Heifer, Percentage Simmental Bull, and Percentage Simmental Heifer. Banners will be awarded to the owners of the highest point animals in each category.

Another important function of the A&E Committee is the maintenance of a list of current PTP judges, with several judges added to the list in 2017. Additionally, Judges were approved for AJSA National/Regional Classics, and the four major PTP shows.

As of the writing of this report, we are fast approaching the 2018 — 50th Annual Meeting, Chairman’s Reception and Foundation Auction in Denver. We hope to see you there as we honor past Trustees, our retiring Chairman of the Board, and Golden Book Award recipients.

We are grateful to the ASA Foundation Board members who have worked tirelessly on this fundraising event for the Foundation.

I want to thank my fellow committee members for their time, commitment, and diligence serving on this committee. This was evidenced with a near perfect attendance (Continued on page 24)

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50th Annual Meeting and Convention Proceedings Continued by committee members at our numerous meetings. I want to also acknowledge the efforts of ASA Staff for all the dedication and hard work they demonstrate on behalf of the membership. The saying, “many hands make light work” certainly applies here!

Mr. Chairman, this concludes my report for the Activities and Events Committee and I move that it be accepted in to the minutes of the 50th Annual Meeting.

Growth & Development Committee

By Mike Forman, G&D Chairman Committee Members: Mike Forman, Tim Curran, Gordon Hodges, Claye Kaelberer, Erika Kenner, Clay Lassle, and Tom Nelson Staff Contact: Chip Kemp The efforts by the Growth & Development Committee (G&D) in 2017 were evidence of a well thought out approach developed in late 2016 and early 2017. Promotion and advertising stayed the course and continued a targeted approach of highlighting specific programs that directly benefit producers and the industry as a whole.

The response to 2017’s outreach efforts sparked more positive comments to staff and interaction from commercial producers, membership, and the industry at large than in the previous two years.

Promotional effectiveness, tempered with fiscal prudence, is the hallmark to a campaign that garners attention, engages the target audience, results in audience follow through, and allows financial flexibility to take advantage of unplanned opportunities. The evidence of the success can be seen in a host of efforts. Just a few — 1) the remarkable response to the new Cow Herd DNA Roundup, 2) the continued steam of Total Herd Enrollment — Commercial Option, 3) unparalleled industry interest in the IGS Feeder Profit Calculator (FPC), 4) impressive member involvement in the recent election — and so many more. Maintaining the G&D commitment to the 2016 goals of “highly focused national advertising, strategically placed regional advertising, editorial and educational articles, social media platforms and highly produced video resources provide ASA and its membership a cost effective, cohesive, yet tailored promotional campaign” seems to have been a wise strategy. Many of the ads and videos can be accessed at simmental.org.

Per staff, the second half of the current fiscal will see increased expenditures for promotion of the FPC. These monies will be pulled from the promotion budget and not previously allocated national or regional advertising dollars. Thus, allowing for crucial marketing efforts at a pivotal time for the FPC, while maintaining the advertising budget for SimGenetics and other ASA programs.

Chip Kemp is the ASA staff contact for ASA promotions.

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types of media with print media being the most frequently used. It is designed to reach regional markets by assisting states in the advertising and promotion of SimGenetics.

The program also provides support for the promotional activities of state associations to help increase their membership as well as their market share. State Associations maximizing their use of Cost Share funds ($4,000) receive an additional $1,000 for use in advertising and promotion.

ASA’s investment in Cost Share promotions for states increased 14.9% in fiscal year 2017. Fourteen state associations received an additional $1,000 in Cost Share funds for 2018 for maximizing use of funds in 2017.

Check-Off Dollars are paid quarterly and based on animal registrations in each state. The only requirement is for each state association to send the ASA their current list of officers. Payments are based on registrations in each state at the rate of 25¢ per registration. Thirty state associations applied for and received Check-Off dollars and 94.8% of the eligible Check-Off dollars were paid out to state associations.

Check-Off Bonus Bucks are also based on animal registrations per state. A state association must submit a report at the end of the fiscal year indicating participation in a list of various optional state association activities. For 2016-17 fiscal year more Check-Off Bonus funds were paid out than at any previous year. Bert Moore is the ASA staff contact for State Associations.

Survey results shared early in 2017 continued to show a positive opinion by members using the ASA Rep program.

Bill Zimmerman, Regional ASA Representative Manager, states over 100 events were covered in the last fiscal.

Luke Bowman is continuing development of the Learning Library directed at ASA Reps and the membership at large. Bowman’s efforts with PTP shows (which fall under A&E) also provides a great deal of membership outreach. The newly formed Ring of Champions program (again under A&E) will likely enhance that outreach.

ASA staff directly involved in ASA’s outreach efforts are: Jackie Atkins, Luke Bowman, Chip Kemp, Bert Moore, and Bill Zimmerman.

I want to thank the ASA staff for all the support they give the Growth & Development Committee members.

We often ask a lot from them, and of course, always need it “right away”. The staff has always come through for us.

Thanks guys!

Policies & Procedures

By Erika Kenner, Chairwoman Committee Members: Erika Kenner, Chairwoman; Claye Kaelberer, Randy Moody, Dale Miller, Gary Updyke, Jon Willis, Tim Smith, and Barry Wesner; Gene Summerlin, Legal contact, and Steve McGuire, Staff liaison.

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50th Annual Meeting and Convention Proceedings Continued According to the bylaws, this committee is responsible for the aspects of Association life that require an interpretation of policy or procedural questions or the formulation of proposals that will have a bearing on the membership of this Association.

The Policy & Procedure Committee has been working all year on the electronic voting process in two ways — trying to encourage more use and trying to find an easier way. The current plan is to move the electronic voting system to the Herdbook Services site for the 2018 election.

The votes would still be tabulated by a third party.

Any grievance brought forth by members towards another member must by done in writing with a $500 deposit. The committee has directed the staff and legal counsel to make more of a flow-chart available to members online where they can access the procedure and the bylaws they correspond.

The ASA staff has to take extra time to reinstate a member and reverse delinquent fees when members pay their annual service fees after the deadline. Many members pay their membership fee when they need to do business instead of when they are due. The Committee felt in order to encourage members to pay when they are due, the staff will issue a reinstatement fee of $50 for any past due memberships paid.

The staff is also working on a Board policy handbook for the Board members to quickly reference. The policies come from resolutions and directives passed by all past Boards.

At the Fall Focus meeting, the Committee recommended and the Board passed to allow data to be submitted on animals suspended due to parent verification issues.

Members will not be able to register the animal or receive EPDs, but will still be able to submit data with contemporary groups.

There is also a Rule Amendment that will be ratified by the membership which came from this committee. The paper copies and the online registration system say the color and horned/polled status is required to register, but it is not listed as required in the Rules. The Amendment is Rule II. E. 1. and states “To add color and horned/polled status to the information that must be submitted on an application for registration.” The Rule must be passed by a majority vote of the membership at the Annual Meeting — in person, mail-in, electronic or proxy.

There were also many items discussed where no action was taken. Some topics included requiring DNA on dams of AI Sires, the format and location of the Annual Meeting, and Multiple Memberships. Some items are still being discussed.

Simbrah Committee

By Jon Willis, Chairman Committee members: Jon Willis, Chairman; Gordon Hodges, Randy Moody, Fred Schuetze, Tim Smith, and Gary Updyke.

Staff contacts: Chip Kemp and Wade Shafer.

The objective of the Simbrah committee is to review policies, rules, regulations, activities, promotional methods and materials that pertain to the Simbrah breed and to make recommendations to the ASA Board of Trustees.

The Simbrah committee continues to monitor trends in both the Simbrah and Fullblood populations. The committee works to find meaningful experiences to aid producers of these populations. 2017 was the inaugural year of SimGenetics (including Simbrah) being included in the Genetic Development Center bull test in Navasota, TX. Tim Smith, with support from the Simbrah committee, was a primary reason for this. 2018 plans are underway.

Updated ads developed in late 2016 continue to be used through 2017 and beyond. At the 2017 Fall Focus meetings, the Simbrah committee discussed declining numbers within both Simbrah and Fullblood populations. These conversations will continue.

ASA’s new Cow Herd DNA Roundup provides direct benefits to Simbrah breeders looking to deepen the genetic awareness of the entire Simbrah population.

The Superbowl event at the San Antonio Livestock Show continues to highlight Simbrah cattle through a highly successful and prominent platform.

In addition to those direct Simbrah responsibilities, this committee also focuses in a larger sense on ASA’s robust lineup of heat tolerant, fescue tolerant, and disease resistant cattle. This group of cattle reflects those genetics that are adaptable to various challenging climates associated with added heat and humidity.

ASA Publication, Inc.

By Tim Smith, Chairman The ASA Publication Board members were Tim Smith, Chairman; Barry Wesner, Vice Chairman; Brian DeFreese, Chairman of the Board; Fred Schuetze and Gordon Hodges.

ASA Publication, Inc. (“PUB”) is a wholly-owned for profit subsidiary of the American Simmental Association which shall serve as ASA’s educational communication arm through timely distribution of pertinent information.

The PUB must stay independent and at “arm’s length” from its parent company. The Publication Board must act independent in the best interest of the company, PUB. The committee reviewed the operations and financial status of the PUB in detail during FY 2017. Every segment of the business, the Register, SimTalk, Catalogs/Breeders Directories, Internet/Web services and Rep program were carefully examined to determine where the PUB was at currently and what direction we felt the future held and discussed possible goals and enhancements for each segment. All facets currently remain profitable and suggestions were made to staff with the intent of increasing ad sales and content in the Register, increasing awareness and use of Internet/Web services, expanding the Sire Source, and expanding the use of social media. The Rep (Continued on page 28)

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50th Annual Meeting and Convention Proceedings Continued program continued to be discussed, and ideas were made concerning the expansion of the Reps’ roles, and how we might obtain more members support for the program.

The PUB had $18,748 net operating income for fiscal year 2017. More financial detail is available upon request or may be reviewed on ASA Publication’s web page.

The staff at ASA continues to strive to improve affordable options to breeders for promoting their operations while keeping members aware and educated on the many new evolving technologies. The Board would like to thank members for using ASA Publication services and ask that they work with the staff to make the PUB the best that it can be and something beneficial to all involved. Members’ suggestions are welcome.

Mr. Chairman, this concludes our report and I move it be accepted into the Official Minutes of the 50th Annual Meeting.

Nominating Committee

By Tim Smith, Chairman Committee Members: Tim Smith, Chairman; Erika Kenner, Tim Curran, and Randy Moody.

Trustee Election Process Vacancies and Nominations: The committee reviews the upcoming vacancies on the board and encourages active members from each region who possess skills that would enhance the board to apply. The committee goal is to have two potential candidates for each board vacancy to submit board applications. Any active adult member interested in serving on the ASA Board may submit their application prior to the specified deadline announced by the committee and published in ASA media.

The nominating committee members then host a phone conversation with each candidate to learn more about the individual. Following all conversations and review of applications, the current trustees have open discussion and select the candidate(s) to receive Board nominations for the ballot.

Smith addresses the open meeting.

Nomination ballots are mailed to active adult members announcing the Board nominees and the number of positions open in each of the four regions: South Central, North Central, Western, and Eastern. Active adult members may select the Board nominee or decide to submit a write-in candidate. Write-in candidates must receive a minimum of 10 votes to be placed on the election ballot.

In the event that more than two candidates receive 10 votes, the candidate with the highest number of votes will be placed on the election ballot. The committee composes the official ballot and makes sure the membership understands that no more than two Board members may reside in any one state.

Election ballots are then mailed to active adult members to elect Trustees within their region; the membership may submit votes by written or electronic methods. Candidates receiving the most votes for each vacant position are elected to the Board.

The committee and ASA staff made a very strong effort with lots of publicity to keep the membership informed of the election process and all deadlines. This election year proved to be very active with large membership participation and strong voter turnout.

Six open positions were filled in the 2017 election with candidates in each region: South Central: Fred Schuetze, eligible for re-election in 2018; and Chuck Miller received the Board nomination and ran against write-in candidates John Griswold and Jeff White. Fred Schuetze and John Griswold were elected. The Trustees would like to thank Jon Willis for his six years of dedicated service and contributions while serving on the Board.

North Central: Claye Kaelberer, eligible for re-election in 2018, received the Board nomination and ran against write-in candidate Tom Hook. Tom Hook was elected.

The trustees would like to thank Claye for his three years of dedicated service and contributions while serving on the Board.

Western: Mike Forman, eligible for re-election in 2018, received the Board nomination and was elected by acclimation.

Eastern Region: Brian DeFreese completed two terms but will serve an additional year (2018) as past Chairman.

Barry Wesner, eligible for re-election in 2018, and Fred Smith received the Board nominations and ran against write-in candidates Cliff Orley and Jim Ligon. Jim Ligon and Cliff Orley were elected. The Trustees would like to thank Barry for his three years of contributions and dedicated service while serving on the Board.

The committee would like to thank Linda Kesler and fellow staff for their assistance with the committee responsibilities. Mr. Chairman, this concludes the Nomination Committee Report and I move it be accepted into the official minutes of the 50th Annual Meeting.

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50th Annual Meeting and Convention Proceedings Continued

Chairman Report,

By Brian DeFreese, ASA Chairman As my time as Chairman comes to an end, let us reflect on what was accomplished in 2017 and what is still left to do. One of my personal goals was to bring all members of the ASA closer together by at least an understanding that everyone has different goals and aspirations for their operations, which are based on their customer’s needs.

That is not a bad thing, because it helps SimGenetics fill the needs of every segment of the industry in every region of the country. That being said, the Board worked on making our youth programs more inclusive with the addition of the Steer Profitability Contest (SPC) and now in 2018 that will be considered another contest included in the overall points at the Junior National Classic.

The incorporation of genomic information into EPDs using Bolt software is just around the corner so the Board implemented the Cow Herd DNA Roundup (CHR) which brings the cost of a 50K test down to an affordable level.

This will allow members to send in their entire cow herd which should add to genetic predictability in the future.

The Junior Regional and National Classics were very

successful. The quality of the young people who will take over this Association amazes me. The ASA Board and staff will continue to place a high priority on youth programs which will ensure their success in life.

The Fall Focus was attended by man, and as I talked with members in attendance, I did get the feeling that members are more engaged in what we do at the ASA and are excited to use the tools in the toolbox that have been and continue to be created by a forward-thinking Board and staff.

The Ring of Champions program was implemented at the American Royal and is designed to bolster PTP show participation and recognition of those champions and the members that work so hard to produce them.

We still need to close on the old property, release the genetic evaluation using BOLT software, build on youth programs, bolster PTP shows, do a strategic plan for the next five years, strengthen the Foundation, increase market share in the world of commercial cattle production, and keep bringing our membership together. Daunting tasks to some but not this organization.

In closing, I would like to thank the ASA membership, Trustees and Staff for the work which has been done over the last six years that I have been a Trustee, and for allowing me to serve as Chairman of the Board of Trustees of this organization. It has been an honor, a privilege, and I hope we have made a difference. TOGETHER, WE CAN HAVE IT ALL! From conception to consumption, this breed of cattle is relevant to the industry and together we will build on those strengths!

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John Walston was in attendance to accept a plaque recognizing past board members for their dedication and support of the ASF.

Golde n Book Awar d R e cipie n t s

Susan and Curt Russell, Reflected R Ranch, with Lois Schlickau, Susan’s mother, were presented their Golden Book Award.

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Fred and Phyllis Swain, Swain Select Simmentals, accept their Golden Book Award from ASA Board Trustees: Gordon Hodges, Cliff Orley, Barry Wesner, and Randy Moody

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2018 Foundation Auction Auction Results Item

Donor

Amount

Custom-made Deer Rifle with Scope and engraved with the ASF Logo

Fred Schuetze, John Walston, Greg Bailey

$9,000

Circle M

Promotion Farm/Ranch Video

Paige Wallage Photography

3,250

Generation 6 Marketing/ Emily Brinkman

Back Cover-SimTalk Membership Directory

ASA Publication

2,000

Little MTN Farms/ Randy Moody

50th Anniversary ASA Logo Handmade Belt Buckle #1

American Simmental-Simbrah Foundation (ASF)

1,100

GB Cattle / Greg Burden

Back Cover-Sire Source

ASA Publication

1,100

Hook Farm/Wolf Farm

1,000

Curt and Susan Russells

Travel to Bozeman for Fall Focus 2018-50th Anniversary Fred & Judy Schuetze

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ASA Trustee Regional Baskets

ASA Western Trustees

900

ASA Board TrusteesOld & New

50th Anniversary ASA Logo Handmade Belt Buckle #2

ASF

850

Wayward Hill Farm/ Chris Allen

50th Anniversary ASA Logo Handmade Belt Buckle #3

ASF

850

RS&T Simmental

50th Anniversary ASA Logo Handmade Belt Buckle #5

ASF

800

Owen Brothers

Unique CJ Brown Print with ASA’s 50th Anniversary logo CJ Brown

800

Rocking P Cattle/ Chan & Tonya Phillips

50th Anniversary ASA Logo Handmade Belt Buckle #44 ASF

700

Independent Cattle/ Barry Ostrom

Framed Print by Michelle Weber – Hope Lives

Val & Lori Eberspacher

700

Ron Gilland (Gilliand)

ASA Trustee Regional Baskets

ASA North Central Trustees

700

ASA Board Trustees -Old & New

50th Anniversary ASA Logo Handmade Belt Buckle #4

ASF

650

Forster Farms

50th Anniversary ASA Logo Handmade Belt Buckle #50 ASF

500

Kent Jaecke

50th Anniversary ASA Logo Handmade Belt Buckle #30 ASF

500

Fred Schuetze

50th Anniversary ASA Logo Handmade Belt Buckle #33 ASF

500

Dale Miller

50th Anniversary ASA Logo Handmade Belt Buckle #10 ASF

500

Lassle Ranch Simmentals

50th Anniversary ASA Logo Handmade Belt Buckle #41 ASF

500

Ronnie Creek

50th Anniversary ASA Logo Handmade Belt Buckle #7

ASF

500

Trinity Farms

50th Anniversary ASA Logo Handmade Belt Buckle #37 ASF

500

Brian Swain

50th Anniversary ASA Logo Handmade Belt Buckle #24 ASF

500

Tim Curran

50th Anniversary ASA Logo Handmade Belt Buckle #12 ASF

500

Double T/Tim Clark

50th Anniversary ASA Logo Handmade Belt Buckle #13 ASF

500

John Griswold

50th Anniversary ASA Logo Handmade Belt Buckle #32 ASF

500

Kevin Hansen

50th Anniversary ASA Logo Handmade Belt Buckle #45 ASF

500

Gordon Hodges

50th Anniversary ASA Logo Handmade Belt Buckle #38 ASF

500

Claye Kaelberer

50th Anniversary ASA Logo Handmade Belt Buckle #25 ASF

500

Erika Kenner

50th Anniversary ASA Logo Handmade Belt Buckle #40 ASF

500

Red River Farms

50th Anniversary ASA Logo Handmade Belt Buckle #6

500

J Bar M Cattle/ Emily Brinkman

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Auction Results Item

Donor

Amount

Purchaser

50th Anniversary ASA Logo Handmade Belt Buckle #11 ASF

500

Dr. John Harker

50th Anniversary ASA Logo Handmade Belt Buckle #22 ASF

500

Dr. John Harker

50th Anniversary ASA Logo Handmade Belt Buckle #15 ASF

500

Dr. John Harker

50th Anniversary ASA Logo Handmade Belt Buckle #14 ASF

500

Jon Willis

50th Anniversary ASA Logo Handmade Belt Buckle #35 ASF

500

Steve Eichacker

50th Anniversary ASA Logo Handmade Belt Buckle #49 ASF

500

John Irvine

Nolan Ryan Autographed baseball with authenticity certificate

Nolan Ryan

500

Live Auction/Erik Schmidt

Hand-made Cross-cut Machete Knife, Leather Scabbard with Display Board and engraved with ASA’s 50th Anniversary Logo”

Bill McDonald

500

Chip & Nicky Kemp

Lord Will Send a Blessing Painting

Val & Lori Eberspacher

500

Ron Miller

Black Baldy Heifer Flower Planter

Mike & Pam Haley, Haley Simmentals

400

Jame Secondino Krieger

Handmade Rustic Lamp

Dr. John Harker

400

Rocking P Cattle/ Chan & Tonya Phillips

Gallery Photo-Cow Herd Print

River Creek Farms

400

Forster Farms

Gift Basket

Brian and Marla DeFreese

350

Smith Genetics/Tim Smith

Windmill Clock

Kris Vogel Donor

350

Ron Mari

30” by 18” printed (color) on both sides ranch sign

Slate Group, Don Denny

350

Updyke Simmental

Handmade Child’s Truck with 4 Cows

DP Sales Management, LLC

275

Red River Farms Robert Mullion

Framed Painting by Michelle Weber-Weaning Day

North Dakota Simmental Association

250

Wade Shafer

ASA Trustee Regional Baskets

ASA Eastern Trustees

250

ASA Board TrusteesOld & New

ASA Trustee Regional Baskets

ASA South Central Trustees

250

ASA Board TrusteesOld & New

Hand Made Quilt from Vintage Hankerchiefs

Verlouis & Darlene Forster-Forster Farms

250

HTP Simmental

Copper Bin

Kris Vogel Donor

250

Wesner Livestock Ent

5 Liters of Eprinex-Pour on cattle Wormer

Boehringer Ingelheim

250

Sunset View Farms

Metal Cutout Sign – Wine and Laughter

Val & Lori Eberspacher

175

Roger & Betty Brummett

Handmade Hunting Knife engraved with the ASF logo

Mark & Debbie Smith

150

Mark and Debbie Smith

Handmade Hunting Knife engraved with the ASF logo

Mark & Debbie Smith

150

Mark and Debbie Smith

Embroidered Ladies Jacket

Paula Boyd, PB Stitch-

150

McGraw Steakhouse/ Todd McGraw

Prarie Fire Pottery

Erika Kenner

100

Circle Ranch/Tim Curran

Cherry Handmade Casserole Trivet

Dr. Mikell Davis

50

Curt and Susan Russell

Loblolly Pine Handmade Casserole Trivet

Dr. Mikell Davis

50

Curt and Susan Russell

Native Maple Handmade Casserole Trivet

Dr. Mikell Davis

50

Curt and Susan Russell

Bald Cypress Handmade Casserole Trivet

Dr. Mikell Davis

50

Curt and Susan Russell

Signed NFR Shirt and Picture

Chandler Bownds & Payton Bayer

35

Gradie Reach (MO)

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2018 Foundation Auction

This year, thanks to many successful fundraising efforts on behalf of the American Simmental-Simbrah Foundation Board, the events at the National Western Stock Show brought in $75,985. The fundraising events of the 2018 Foundation Auction, sale of the Circle M Farms donation heifer, and the Trans Ova IVF Cycle occurred in conjunction with the 50th Annual American Simmental-Simbrah Foundation Auction and Annual Meeting and events in Denver, Colorado. A total of $41,985 was raised at the Foundation Auction, Sunday, January 14, the ASF Board is grateful to Jered Shipman for donating his time as auctioneer of the event. The McCallum family of Rockwell, Texas, donated CMFM

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Lola D905 which raised $20,000 from generous sponsors, and re-sold in The One Sale for $11,000 totaling $31,000 for the AJSA Merit Award Scholarships. Trans Ova’s donated IVF Cycle sold in the SimMagic Sale for $3,000 to Werning Cattle Company, Emery, SD. ASF Chairman Fred Schuetze adds, “There are two things that make the Foundation Auction a success: the people that donate their time or auction items, and then the people who attend the event or purchase to support the foundation and its goals. I thank both groups for making this event successful and look forward to many more with the sincere belief that the ASF has just started to grow.” ◆

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SimMagic On Ice Sale

25th Annual “The One” Simmental Sale at the NWSS

January 13, 2018 • Denver, CO No. 57 24 81

Category Genetic Lots Units of Semen Total Lots

Average $5,644 363 $4,079

January 15, 2018 • Denver, CO No. 12 16 20 4

Category SM and SimInfluenced Bulls SM and SimInfluenced Bred Females SM and SimInfluenced Open Females Genetic Lots

Average $8,750 11,813 6,720 10,625

Auctioneer: Jered Shipman, TX Sale Manager: Eberspacher Enterprises (EE), Inc., MN Marketing Representatives: Val Eberspacher (EE); Derek Vogt (EE) NE; Chance Ujazdowski (EE) WI; Jered Shipman, TX; Matt Macfarlane, CA; Chris Beutler, NE; Kent Jaecke, OK; Alan Sears, CO; Jeremie Ruble, IA; Dustin Carter, SD; Doug Parke, KY; and Eric Schmidt, LiveAuctions.TV, TX. Representing ASA: Bill Zimmerman and Luke Bowman

Auctioneer: Jim Birdwell, OK Sale Manager: Eberspacher Enterprises (EE), Inc., MN Marketing Representatives: Val Eberspacher (EE); Derek Vogt (EE) NE; Chance Ujazdowski (EE) WI; Jered Shipman, TX; Scott Bohrson, AB; Matt Macfarlane, CA; Kent Jaecke, OK; Jeremie Ruble, IA; Doug Parke, KY; Randy Rasby, NE; and Chris Beutler, NE. Representing ASA: Susan Russell

High-Selling Lots:

High-Selling Lots:

$12,000 – IVF Flush of, “Miss Star Above BW11Y,” cons. by Tree Lane Farms, Inc., sold Blake Kessler, LaPorte, IN. $9,000 – IVF Sexed Heifer Embryos s. by CCR Wide Range 9005A, cons. by Wayward Hills, sold Udell Cattle Company, Sioux City, IA. $7,800 – IVF Sexed Heifer Embryos s. by HTP/SVF Duracell T52, cons. by Trennepohl Farms, sold to Clint Nielsen, Gordon, NE. $7,600 – Heifer Pregnancy s. by LLSF Uprising Z925, cons. by Richard Jenkins, sold to John Cook, Reed City, MI. $6,900 – IVF Sexed Heifer Embryos s. by Profit, cons. by Kasl Simmental, sold to Clint Nielsen, Gordon, NE. $6,300 – IVF Sexed Heifer Embryos, s. by JSSC Wide Body 090W, cons. by Lone Tree Simmentals and Hotz Farms, sold to Foster Brothers Farms, Lockney, TX. $6,300 – Sexed Heifer Embryos s. by Colburn Primo 5153, cons. by Tim Schaeffer Show Cattle, sold to CCC Cattle Company, Napolwon, OH. $5,700 – IVF Non-Sexed Embryos out of Profit, cons. by Tree Lane Farms, sold to Clint Nielsen, Gordon, NE.

$37,500 – Bred Female, “B&K Alley 98D,” s. by HTP/SVF Duracell T52, bred to HPF Tradecraft D010, cons. by B&K Farms, sold to Denning Farms, McGregor, IA. $21,500 – Bred Female, “JS American Honey 22D,” s. by WS Revival, bred to GCC Angus 740B, cons. by Griswold Cattle Company, sold to Baty Livestock LLC, Loveland, CO. $20,500 – Bull, “RFG/K-Ler Elevation 727E,” s. by LRS Elevation 213B, cons. by Rossman Farms and K-LER Cattle Company, sold to Lee’s Cattle Company, Brush, CO. $20,000 – Bred Female, “HS Neon Diva D38Z,” s. by SVF/NJC Built Right N48, bred to WS Revival, cons. by Foreman Cattle Company and Grandview Cattle Company, sold to Lee Simmental Farms, Columbia, MO. $20,000 – Bull, “Schooley Eli 434B 434E,” s. by LLSF Pays To Believe ZU194, cons. by Schooley Cattle Company, sold to Moore Land and Cattle, Alton, IL. $16,500 – Bred Female, “J6 Lady D308,” s. by Mr. TR Hammer 308A ET, bred to CJ Hobart 1499, cons. by Cody Simons, sold to Bohrson and Carson Partnership, Mercer, ND. $16,000 – Bred Female, “SVF Sheza Dreamer D01,” s. by HPF Quantum Leap Z952, bred to SVF Mile High D117, cons. by McKall Creek and Sunset View Farms, sold to Swanson Cattle Company, Peterson, IA. $15,000 – Bred Female, “Holt Ms. Bandwagon D232,” s. by CSCX Bandwagon 513A, bred to LAH New Technology 551C, cons. by Holt Cattle Company and Mitchell Schmidt, sold to Lee Simmental Farms, Columbia, MO. $15,000 – Open Female, “TL Miss Star 5,” s. by Profit, cons. by Tree Lane Farms, sold to Moore Land and Cattle, Alton, IL. $15,000 – Bull, “FHEN Endzone 327E,” s. by S A V Brilliance 8077, cons. by Hennessy Show Cattle, sold to Windy Creek Cattle Company, Spencer, SD.

Comments: The ninth Annual SimMagic Sale was held Saturday evening on January 13, in the grand ballroom of the Double Tree Denver Central Hotel. The evening each year starts off with a donation from Trans Ova Genetics for a certificate of service with the dollars generated going to the American Simmental/Simbrah Foundation ear marked for the Silver and Gold Merit Awards. This year $3,000 was raised and the certificate was purchased by a long-time supporter of our youth, Werning Cattle Co. represented by Jared Werning.

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$9,056

Comments: The auction kicked off with the selection of the Power Simmental.

The winning ticket was Dickinson Ranch, Gorham, KS, with the opportunity to make their selection from four bulls and two females. Their selection was, “SFI Reality E43C,” from Schaake Farms, KS. The Power Simmental sponsors are Purina Animal Nutrition and Eberspacher Enterprises Inc. Dickinson Ranch takes the heifer home and Schaake Farms takes home $10,000.

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Craig McCallum of Circle M Farms has joined a prominent list of breeders who have donated to the ASA Foundation to support the AJSA scholarship program. This female, CMFM Lola D905, was his donation.

CMFM Lola D905 is a purebred daughter of HTP/SVF Duracell T52 and OBCC Lola 137Z. She was purchased for $20,000 by the following breeders: Hidden Oaks, Owen Brothers, Comfort Ranch, Red River Farms, Eberspacher Ent., Hilbrands Cattle Co., Lone Tree Simmental, JS Simmentals, RS&T Simmentals, Shipwreck Cattle Co., Jones Show Cattle, Buck Creek Ranch, Wayward Hills Farm, Eichacker Simmental, Top Hat Simmental, Glacier Cattle Co., Bar QH Simmentals, Sublette Cattle Co., Shoal Creek, and Silver Towne Farms.

The group then donated the heifer back and was purchased the second time for $11,000 by Smith C Diamond Ranch, Denton, TX. This heifer scholarship program was started in 1997 and has gathered a total of $356,500 for the future leaders of the Simmental breed.

Schaake Farms’ bull, “SFI Realty E43C,” was selected as the People’s Choice Power Simmental. (L-R): Scott Schaake; Scott Grass and Jay Steenhook, Nichols Cryo Genetics donating a free semen collection; Lori Eberspacher, sponsor; Paul Hill, Purina, sponsor; winner Casey Dickinson, Kansas; and Shilo Schaake at halter.

People’s Choice Power Simmental finalists with their coats, sponsored by Purina Animal Nutrition, Colorado Simmental Association, and Eberspacher Enterprises, Inc. Included from left: Ron Mari, CSA pen chairman; Nate Ruby, Ruby Cattle Co; Val Eberspacher, Eberspacher Enterprises., sponsor; Clay Duxbury, Neil Duxbury Family Farm; Kaitlyn Lee, Lee Simmental; Amanda Hilbrands, Hilbrands Cattle Co.; Cashley Ahlberg, Ahlberg Cattle; Scott Schaake, Schaake Farm Inc.; Lori Eberspacher, sponsor; and Willie Altenburg, CSA coordinator.

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Class Standings, Purebred Bulls, Pen of Five Class 221 A Lee Simmental Farms, Columbia, MO Ruby Cattle Company, Murray, IA Lee Simmental Farms, Columbia, MO Springer Simmentals, Cresco, IA

Bull Pen Show Date: Location: Judge: Associate:

January 14, 2018 Denver, CO Chad Ellingson, St. Anthony, SD Steve Mohnen, White Lake, SD

Editor’s Note: PTP data for the Purebred and Percentage Bull and Female Pen Shows are in this order: Calving Ease EPD, Yearling Weight EPD, Maternal Calving Ease EPD, Maternal Weaning Weight EPD, Stayability EPD, Yield Grade EPD, Marbling EPD, $API and $TI.

Purebred Pen of Five

Class Standings, Purebred Bulls, Pen of Three Class 222 A Kearns Cattle Company, Rushville, NE Vogler Cattle Company, Ashland, NE Kaehler Cattle Company, St. Charles, MN Class 222 B Ruby Cattle Company, Murray, IA Hilbrands Cattle Company, Clara City, MN Long’s Simmentals, Creston, IA JS Simmentals, Maxwell, IA Class 222 C Springer Simmentals, Cresco, IA Swanson Cattle Company, Peterson, IA Class 223 Kaehler’s Homedale Farms, St. Charles, MN

Class Standings, Percentage Bulls, Pen of Five Class 321 Oak Meadow Farms, Harmony, MN Grass-Lunning Simmentals, LeRoy, MN Western Cattle Source and Wohlers Simmentals, Crawford, NE R&R Genetics, Paradise, UT

Grand Champion, exh. by Lee Simmental Farms, Columbia, MO. Birth 3/18/17 3/18/17 3/13/17 3/25/17 3/10/17

Animal’s Name Sire WDA Frame SC LLSF Eclipse E936 TKCC Classified 4.36 6.4 39 LLSF Countin Cash E63 GLS/JRB Cash Flow 163C 3.81 5.7 38 LLSF Excel E100 TKCC Classified 3.60 4.9 40.5 LLSF Enterprise E51 TKCC Classified 4.24 5.8 41 LLSF Express E21 TKCC Classified 4.16 5.4 40.5 Pen Average 4.03 5.6 39.8 EPD Average 7.5/70/102/3.6/53/10.6/-.25/.21/124/74

Class Standings, Percentage Bulls, Pen of Three Class 322 A Neil Duxbury Family Simmentals, Wessington, SD Hildbrand Cattle Company, Clara City, MN CK Bar Ranch, Kadoka, SD Class 322 B Kearns Cattle Company, Rushville, NE Schooley Cattle Company, Bloomfield, IA RS&T Simmentals, Savannah, MO Hicks Cattle Company, LLC, Covington, IN Class 322 C Gateway Genetics/Gana Farms, Pierce, NE Rust Mountain View Ranch, Mercer, ND Schaake Farms, Inc., Westmoreland, KS Five Star Ranch, St. Charles, MN Felt Farms, Wakefield, NE Class 322 D Kaehler Cattle Company, St. Charles, MN Ruby Cattle Company, Murray, IA Kersten Cattle, Gretna, NE J&C Simmentals, Arlington, NE

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Reserve Grand Champion, exh. by Ruby Cattle Company, Murray, IA. Birth 1/30/17 1/29/17 3/12/17 3/12/17 3/1/17

Animal’s Name Sire WDA Frame SC Ruby NFF PTD 768E CNS Pays To Dream T759 3.06 4.5 39 Rubys Uno Mas 760E WLE Uno Mas X549 3.15 5.2 37 Rubys Battle Cry E761 Ruby SWC Battle Cry 431B 3.46 6.1 39 Rubys Battle Cry E762 Ruby SWC Battle Cry 431B 3.65 6.3 40 Ruby NFF Battle Cry E751 Ruby SWC Battle Cry 431B 3.26 5.2 35 Pen Average 3.32 5.5 38 EPD Average 8/61/87/6.9/47/10.9/-.30/.07/116/66

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All EPDs and indexes printed here are current as of a 1/11/18 data pull. All actual and ultrasound measurements were taken and recorded at the time of check-in on 1/12/18.

Purebred Pen of Three

Editor’s Note: PTP data for the National Western Simmental Purebred and Percentage Junior and Open Shows are in the following order Calving Ease EPD, Weaning Weight EPD, Yearling Weight EPD, Maternal Calving Ease EPD, Maternal Weaning Weight EPD, Yield Grade EPD, Marbling EPD, $API and $TI.

Junior Show Date: January 16, 2018 Location: Denver, CO Judge: Chris Mullinix, Manhattan, KS

Purebred Females

Grand Champion, exh. by Kearns Cattle Company, Rushville, NE. (Class 222 A) Birth 3/13/17 3/10/17 3/1/17

Animal’s Name Sire WDA Frame SC KCC1 Exclusive 116E Mr TR Hammer 308A ET 4.09 5.5 40 KCC1 Enterprise 519E Mr TR Hammer 308A ET 3.74 4.9 40 TKCC Escalade 1820E Mr TR Hammer 308A ET 3.79 5.8 40 Pen Average 3.87 5.4 40 EPD Average 7.8/77/119/7.6/54/9.3/-.30/.20/126/79

Grand Champion “TJSC So Sweet 124D,” s. by WS Revival, exh. by Meghan Reed, Lindsey, OH. 6.4/64/95/2.7/48/5/-.28/.10/104/68

Reserve Grand Champion “DMCC Destiny 22D,” s. by Yardley High Regard W242, exh. by Abby Wood, Leavenworth, KS. 1.7/55/74/5.7/51/8.5/-.31/-.20/83/54 Reserve Grand Champion, exh. by Ruby Cattle Company, Murray IA. (Class 222 B) Birth 2/3/17 3/5/17 1/31/17

Animal’s Name Sire WDA Frame SC Ruby CF Battle Cry 761E Ruby SWC Battle Cry 431B 3.36 4.9 37 Ruby SWC SIG E766 WBF Significant B132 3.63 5.4 35 Rubys Significant 771E WBF Significant B132 3.63 5.5 37.5 Pen Average 3.94 6.31 43 EPD Average 6.9/2.5/62.9/86.8/5.3/48.3/8.7/-.28/.09/108.2/64.5

Percentage Females

Grand Champion “Hook’s/JRA Demi 605D,” s. by W/C United 956Y, exh. by Whitney Olson, Alexandria, MN. 12.2/79/136/6/66/19.4/-.07/.48/162/85

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Junior Percentage Females

Percentage Pen of Five

Reserve Grand Champion “TL Dixie 84,” s. by Profit, exh. by Kenidey Effling, Highmore, SD. 6.8/58/85/5.3/48/8.6/-.17/.15/101/60 Grand Champion, exh. by Oak Meadow Farms, Harmony, MN.

Open Bull Show Date: January 16. 2018 Location: Denver, CO Judge: John Grimes, Hillsboro, OH Associate Judge: Lindsey Grimes, Hillsboro, OR

Purebreds

Birth 2/9/17 2/4/17 2/10/17 2/22/17 3/2/17

Animal’s Name Sire WDA Frame SC OMF Epic E27* WS All-Around Z35 3.28 4.9 38.5 OMF Enterprise E19* ASR Augustus Z2165 3.16 4.8 37 OMF Egbert E38* CCR Cowboy Cut 5048Z 3.04 4.5 37 OMF Ego E63 WS All-Around Z35 3.29 4.7 33.5 OMF Extra E73 W/C Executive Order 8543B 3.32 5.1 34 Pen Average 3.22 4.8 36 EPD Average 15.4/67/100/10.1/56/12.6/-.26/.38/149/80

Percentage Pen of Five (*indicates animal is a purebred)

Spring Calf Champion “TJSC King of Diamonds,” s. by LLSF Pays To Believe ZU194, exh. by Jones Show Cattle, Harrod, OH. 7.8/66/93/6.4/46/10.1/-.20/.43/133/76

Reserve Grand Champion, exh. by Grass-Lunning Simmentals, LeRoy, MN. Birth 1/2/17 1/21/17 1/3/17 1/1/17 1/3/17

Reserve Spring Calf Champion “STCC Believe This 7100,” s. by LLSF Pays To Believe ZU194, exh. by Trennepohl Farms, Middletown, IN. 4.6/64/91/7/47/11.1/-.30/.29/123/71

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Animal’s Name GLS Explosion E12 GLS Empire E56 GLS Enough Said E16 GLS Easy Rider E1 GLS Emperor E19*

Sire WDA Frame SC CCR Cowboy Cut 5048Z 3.49 5.1 42 WS Beef King W017 3.56 5.1 41.5 GLS/JRB Cash Flow 163C 3.50 5.4 41 GLS/JRB Cash Flow 163C 3.42 5.7 38.5 GLS/JRB Cash Flow 163C 3.62 6.1 45.5 Pen Average 3.52 5.5 41.7 EPD Average 10.6/69/100/7.3/55/8.9/-.17/.34/123/73

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Percentage Pen of Three

Open Purebred Bulls

(Cont.)

Junior Calf Champion “HILB/SHER Data Breach,” s. by HILB Oracle C033R, exh. by Hilbrands Cattle Company, Clara City, MN. 11.6/68/93/6.5/56/12.6/-.30/.15/131/74 Grand Champion, exh. by Gateway Genetics/Gana Farms, Pierce, NE. (Class 322 C) Birth 2/25/17 2/1/17 2/15/17

Animal’s Name Sire WDA Frame SC Gateway E092 Profit 3.76 5.9 38 Gateway E017 HILB Maverick A43 3.59 6.1 38 Gateway Roadblock E226 Gonsior Roadgrader A292 3.72 6.1 39 Pen Average 3.69 6.0 38.3 EPD Average 10.4/62/93/5.5/52/8.8/-.20/.39/123/70

Reserve Junior Calf Champion “DMCC Emperor 5E,” s. by LLSF Pays To Believe ZU194, exh. by Diamond M Cattle Company, Hiawatha, KS. 6.3/62/95/5.3/47/8.3/-.36/.14/112/68

Reserve Grand Champion, exh. by Rust View Mountain Ranch, Mercer, ND. (Class 322 C) Birth 2/22/17 2/26/17 2/18/17

Animal’s Name Sire WDA Frame SC Rust Motivator 7017 ET Soo Line Motive 9016 3.52 5.6 39 Rust Fullyloaded 7020 ET W/C Loaded Up 1119Y 3.81 6.1 39.5 Rust Motivation 7010 ET Soo Line Motive 9016 3.71 6.1 36 Pen Average 3.68 5.9 38.2 EPD Average 14.2/58/90/5.2/51/8.9/-27/.22/120/66

Fall Calf Champion “WF Tunnel Vision D82,” s. by LLSF Pays To Believe ZU194, exh. by White Farms, Cherokee, OK. 10/62/87/7.9/47/11.3/-.28/.24/128/71

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Class Standings, Purebred Female, Pen of Three Class 225 A Ahlberg Cattle, Longmont, CO Lone Tree Simmental, Lone Tree, IA Hicks Cattle Co., LLC, Covington, IN Class 225 B Hilbrands Cattle Company, Clara City, MN Karie Simmentals, Blackhawk, SD

Female Pen Show Date: Location: Judge: Associate:

January 15, 2018 Denver, CO Chad Ellingson, St. Anthony, SD Steve Mohnen, White Lake, SD

Editor’s Note: PTP data for the Purebred and Percentage Bull and Female Pen Shows are in this order: Calving Ease EPD, Yearling Weight EPD, Maternal Calving Ease EPD, Maternal Weaning Weight EPD, Stayability EPD, Yield Grade EPD, Marbling EPD, $API and $TI.

Purebred Pen of Three

Class 225 C Oval F Ranch, St. Joseph, MO Class 226 Springer Simmentals, Cresco, IA

Class Standings, Percentage Female, Pen of Three Class 325 A Swanson Cattle Company, Peterson, IA Voss Ranch, Bruce, SD Class 325 B Rust Mountain View Ranch, Mercer, ND Maple Leaf Holdings, Morehead, KY

Open Purebred Bulls (Cont.)

Grand Champion, exh. by Hilbrands Cattle Company, Clara City, MN. (Class 225 B) Birth 3/9/17 2/7/17 3/1/17

Animal’s Name HILB Miss Versace E57C HILB Miss Alessandra HILB/MBCC Ever After Pen Average EPD Average

Sire W/C Executive Order 8543B W/C Executive Order 8543B W/C Executive Order 8543B

WDA Frame 2.97 5.1 2.88 5.3 3.23 5.3 3.03 5.2 12.5/64/100/7.2/54/8.4/-.30/.16/127/74

Reserve Fall Calf Champion “STF Crimson Tide DZ87,” s. by CDI Rimrock 325Z, exh. by M&J Farms, Russell, MB. 14/50/65/11.4/43/12.8/-.32/.23/132/65

Reserve Grand Champion, exh. by Ahlberg Cattle, Longmont, CO. (Class 225 A)

Reserve Grand Champion and Yearling Champion “TJSC Hammer Time 35D,” s. by Mr TR Hammer 308A ET, exh. by The Hammer Time Group, Harrod, OH. 4.1/95/72/114/3.4/53/2.5/-.25/.15/103/73

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Birth 3/30/17 3/18/17 3/6/17

Animal’s Name Sire WDA Frame AHLB Elsa 753E AHLB Special Dilivery 2.90 5.6 AHLB Etna 733E AHLB Special Dilivery 2.65 5.6 AHLB Ebony 748E Yardley High Regard W242 2.88 5.4 Pen Average 2.81 5.5 EPD Average 10.6/57/76/6.2/44/11.4/-.28/.16/123/66

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Percentage Pen of Three

Open Purebred Bulls (Cont.)

Reserve Yearling Champion “ACLL Fortune 393D,” s. by Mr TR Hammer 308 ET, exh. by The Fortune Group, Tecumseh, NE. 5.5/74/110/5.7/52/10.5/-.27/.15/119/73

Grand Champion, exh. by Rust Mountain View Ranch, Mercer, ND. (Class 325 B) Birth 2/14/17 2/15/17 2/4/17

Animal’s Name Rust Miss Rose 7305E Rust Ms First Class 703E Rust Miss Rose 7302E Pen Average EPD Average

Sire SVS Captain Morgan 11Z Soo Line Motive 9016 SVS Captain Morgan 11Z

WDA Frame 3.03 5.6 2.92 6.1 2.76 5.5 2.90 5.7 13.1/68/109/7.1/57/7.4/-.15/.26/120/72

Grand Champion and Senior Champion “SC Pay The Price C11,” s. by CNS Pays To Dream T759, exh. by Volk Livestock, Battle Creek, NE. 9.7/54/81/5.7/44/10/-.27/.43/134/71

Reserve Senior Champion “GSC GCCO Dew North 102C,” s. by HTP/SVF Duracell T52, exh. by Glacier Cattle Co, Crandon, WI. 14.8/61/81/11.8/46/10.3/-.35/.005/122/67

Percentage Reserve Grand Champion, exh. by Swanson Cattle Company, Peterson, IA. (Class 325 A) Birth Animal’s Name 3/20/17 SWSN Briana 79E 3/10/17 SWSN Lennon 130E 3/15/17 SWSN Sasha 499E Pen Average EPD Average

Sire WS Pilgrim H182U Mr TR Hammer 308A ET TJ High Calibre 556B

WDA Frame 2.84 6.1 3.06 5.6 2.67 6.0 2.86 5.9 6.6/67/101/4.3/50/9.2/-.29/.24/110/69

Spring Calf Champion “DUXS Exult 49E,” s. by CCR Cowboy Cut 5048Z, exh. by Neil Duxbury Family, Wessington, SD. 11.3/73/105/7.8/66/6.3/-.30/.40/131/82

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PB Pen of 3 Bulls

2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001 2000 1999 1998 1997 1996 1995 1994 1993 1992 1991 1990 1989 1988 1987 1986 1985 1984 1983 1982

Lee Simmental Farms (MO) Lee Simmental Farms (MO) Springer Simmentals (IA) Springer Simmentals (IA) Springer Simmentals (IA) JS Simmentals (IA) Hale Ranch (TX) Damar Farms (WI) Triple C Farms (MN) Hale Ranch (TX) Hale Ranch (TX) Silver Towne Farms (IN) Grass-Lunning Simmentals (MN) Grass-Lunning Simmentals (MN) Triple C Farms (MN) Triple C Farms (MN) Eichacker Simmentals (SD) Hart Farms (SD) Hart Farms (SD) Hook Farms (MN) Forster Farms (NE) Hook Farms (MN) Hook Farms (MN)

Ruby Cattle Company (IA) Grass-Lunning Simmentals (MN) Oak Meadow Farms (MN) Oak Meadow Farms (MN) Western Cattle Source (NE) WK Ranch (NE) Grindstone Creek Farm (MO)

Schaake Farms (KS) Kearns Cattle Co (NE) Hudson Pines Farm (NY) Gateway Genetics (NE) Kearns Cattle Co (NE) Ruby Cattle Co (IA) Hale Ranch (TX) Hale Ranch (TX) Silver Towne Farms (IN) JS Simmentals (IA) JS Simmentals (IA) Triple C Farms (MN) Hale Ranch (TX) Redalen Cattle Co (MN) Redalen Cattle Co (MN) Daume Simmentals (MN) Gramm Farms (MN) JDJ Ranch (MI) Breinig Simmentals (NE) Begger’s Diamond V Ranch (MT) Hart Farms (SD) Bozone Simmental (KS) J&C Simmentals (NE) Forster Farms (NE) R&R Cattle Co (SD) Buchman and Brune (KS) R&R Cattle Co (SD) R&R Cattle Co (SD) R&R Cattle Co (SD) R&R Cattle Co (SD) Koehly and Rhine (MO) R&R Cattle Co (SD) Rhineland Ranch (MO) Healy Collier Simmentals (SD) Achilles Cattle Co (KY) Mount Brilliant (KY)

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PB Pen of Heifers

% Pen of Heifers

Ruby Cattle Co (IA) Rust Mountain View (ND) Hilbrands Cattle Co (MN) Gateway Genetics (NE) Grass-Lunning Simmentals (MN) 74-51 Cattle Company (OK) Grass-Lunning Simmentals (MN) Limestone, LLC (OK) Silver Towne Farms (IN) Hale Ranch (TX) Foster Brothers Farms (TX) Deiter Bros. (SD) J&C Simmentals (NE)

Hicks Cattle Co (IN) C-Mor Beef Farms (IL) Oval F Farms (MO) Hilbrands Cattle Co (MN) AJE Cattle Co (MN) Grass-Lunning Simmentals (MN) Springer Simmentals (IA) AJE Cattle Co (MN) JS Simmental (IA) Grass-Lunning Simmentals (MN) Triple C Farms (MN)

Hilbrands Cattle Co (MN) Sisco Bros. Cattle Co (NE) Felt Farms (NE) Grass-Lunning Simmentals (MN) Hudson Pines Farm (NY) Lone Tree Simmentals (IA) Cow Camp Ranch (KS) Cow Camp Ranch (KS) Grass-Lunning Simmentals (MN) Suver Simmentals (NE) Trausch Farms (IA)

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Open Percentage Bulls Cont.

Reserve Spring Calf Champion “Volk Currency E69 CC,” s. by SC Pay The Price C11, exh. by Elmore Cattle Svcs and Graham Cattle, Waukomis, OK. 9.7/49/78/5/42/6.5/-.22/.53/115/63

Intermediate Champion “Sizzler Style 454D,” s. by Nelsons Style 4418, exh. by Felt Farms, Wakefield, NE. 11.7/64/99/7.9/51/5.7/-.11/.31/116/70

Senior Champion “HPF/Hill Uprising C104,” s. by LLSF Uprising Z925, exh. by B&K Farms, Petersburg, TN. 6.2/76/113/6.8/58/3.8/-.19/.11/102/72

Junior Calf Champion “ADSC Revenue E15,” s. by Profit, exh. by Austin Dockter, Milbank, SD. 3.4/51/69/3.4/40/11.1/-.18/.19/97/54

Grand Champion and Yearling Champion “CDI Innovator 325D,” s. by TJ Main Event 503B, exh. by JS Simmentals and Wayward Hill Farm, Prairie City, IA. 11.3/100/151/7/77/9.4/-.12/.48/144/96

Reserve Senior Champion “Rocking P Die Hard C060,” s. by HPF Quantum Leap Z952, exh. by Rocking P Livestock, Maysville, KY. 8.1/59/96/7.3/50/11.4/-.16/.07/106/59

Open Female Show Date: January 17, 2018 Location: Denver, CO Judge: John Grimes, Hillsboro, OH Associate Judge: Lindsey Grimes, Hillsboro, OR

Purebreds

Reserve Grand Champion and Fall Calf Champion “DAJS Flatliner 124” s. by SVF Steel Force S701, exh. by Katy Satree, Montague, TX. 10.8/56/90/5.7/44/3.8/-.13/.29/108/65

Reserve Yearling Champion “Lakeith 601D,” s. by WS A Step Up X27, exh. by Sublette Cattle Co., Lindsay, OK. 8.3/50/66/3/36/8.4/-.39/.10/100/56

Reserve Fall Calf Champion “Drake Down N Dirty,” s. by W/C Lock Down 206Z, exh. by Drake Cattle Co, Centerville, IA. 12.6/62/93/1.6/50/10/-.18/.24/122/68 Calf Champion “TJSC So Sweet 121E,” s. by Mr TR Hammer 308A ET, exh. by Samantha Vanvorhis, Bowling Green, KY. 4.1/72/114/3.4/53/2.5/-.25/.15/103/73

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www.southdakotasimmental.com

Clay Ekstrum 605-778-6185 (H) 605-730-1511 (C)

South Dakota’s Source for Outcross Performance Simmentals!

John Ekstrum – Specializing in Hard to Find 605-778-6414 Red Breeding Stock – 36220 257th St., Kimball, SD 57355 clayekstrum@midstatesd.net • ekstrumsimmentals.com

Christensen H Dunsmore 3C Christensen Ranch

3 John Christensen, Cam & Tyler Fagerhaug 37273 216th Street • Wessington, SD 57381 C 605-458-2218 home • 605-458-2231 fax 605-350-1278 cell 458-350-2018 Cam

www.oklahomasimmental.com

Willis Simmentals 5759 Enville Road Marietta OK 73448 willissimmentals@arbuckleonline.com

Annual Production Sale

Quality Simmental Breeding Cattle

March 16, 2018 • Wessington, SD

10 miles east on Hwy. 32, 1/4 mile north on Enville Road.

Bobby 580-276-2781 (ph. & fax)

NLC Simmental Ranch

Jon 580-795-4601

Rick & Nalani L. Christensen Dunsmore & NaLea, Chase & Swayzee 21830 372nd Ave • Wessington, SD 57381 605-458-2425 • 605-354-7523 cell 605-350-5216 cell

NLC

605-973-2448 (home) 605-222-1258 (Troy cell) 605-222-1515 (Cally cell)

18441 Capri Place Harrold, SD 57536 thomas@venturecomm.net www.thomasranchcattle.com

Gary and Cindy Updyke

Benda Simmentals

Checotah, OK • 918-473-6831 (H) • 918-843-3193 (C) garyupdyke38@gmail.com www.facebook.com/UpdykeSimmentals

Jim and Jay Benda 26106 366th Ave. Kimball, SD 57355 605-778-6703

Jim: 605-730-6703 (Cell) Jay: 605-730-0215 (Cell) bendaranch@midstatesd.net

Black and Red Breeding Stock Dan Lehrman 605-530-5903 605-523-2551 (Res) • lehrmanvd@triotel.net 43058 245th Street • Spencer, SD 57374

TRAXINGER SIMMENTAL

Reds, Blacks • Bulls and Females Private Treaty Sales

Mike and Terri Traxinger 11176 – 406th Avenue Houghton, SD 57449 Home: 605.885.6347 Mike’s cell: 605.294.7227 mtrax@nvc.net www.traxinger.com

R&R Cattle Company Steve & Elaine Reimer & Family 25657 345th Avenue Chamberlain, SD 57325 Phone: 605-234-6111 Email: rrcattle@midstatesd.net Betsy Senter Bonnie Noziska Burke, SD 605-835-8420 Selling bulls and heifers private treaty. www.bandbsimmentals.com Black Simmental and SimAngusTM Breeding Stock

Steve & Cathy Eichacker 605-425-2391 or 605-421-1152 email: es@triotel.net 25446 445th Ave Salem, SD 57058 Annual Bull Sale • March 2, 2018

Kerry, Mara, Justin, Travis and Jamie Hart 10904 387th Avenue • Frederick, SD 57441 605-329-2587 (home) • 605-252-2065 (Kerry’s cell) email: 4hooves@nvc.net

Bruce and Sandra Flittie 11913 342nd Ave • Hosmer, SD 57448 605-283-2662 • flittiesimm@valleytel.net

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Open Purbred Females Cont.

Reserve Spring Calf Champion “HILB/Jass Crazy2Believe,” s. by LLSF Pays To Believe ZU194, exh. by Trennepohl Farms and Prospect Cattle, Middletown, IN. 5.1/59/81/4.7/47/8.7/-.34/.17/110/66

Junior Calf Champion “RP/CMFM Built To Love,” s. by LLSF Pays To Believe ZU194, exh. by Rocking P Livestock, Maysville, KY. 8.3/64/97/1.5/45/8.3/-.22/.28/122/72

Reserve Junior Calf Champion “WLE Missy E854,” s. by Mr CCF Vision, exh. by JS Simmentals, Prairie City, IA. 11.6/69/102/6.7/52/7.1/-.27/.20/119/72

Reserve Grand Champion and Fall Calf Champion “PEINE/GS Rosie 677D,” s. by LLSF Addiction AY792, exh. by Sara Sullivan, Dunlap, IA. 10/61/93/8.7/52/8.2/-.34/.23/121/71

Reserve Fall Calf Champion “MG/GSC Legend 148D,” s. by JSSC Wide Body 090W, exh. by Gerdes Show Cattle, West Point, IA. 12.9/59/85/7.3/52/14.1/-.33/.05/127/66

Intermediate Champion “TJSC So Sweet 123D,” s. by WS Revival, exh. by Herr Show Cattle, Metamora, OH. 6.4/64/95/2.7/48/5/-.28/.10/104/68

Reserve Intermediate Champion “MS Uno Mas 72D,” s. by WLE Uno Mas X549, exh. by Avonlea Odling, Elkhorn, WI. 13.3/63/79/6.8/48/9.7/-.25/.51/144/79

Grand Champion and Yearling Champion “TJSC So Sweet 124D,” s. by WS Revival, exh. by Meghan Reed, Lindsey, OK. 6.4/64/95/2.7/48/5/-.28/.10/104/68

Reserve Yearling Champion “CMFM Time To Shine 99D,” s. by HPF Quantum Leap Z952, exh. by Buck Creek Ranch and Dieckmann Cattle Company, Pawnee, OK. 12.8/62/86/10.8/50/8.5/-.22/.21/125/72

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KOCH CATTLE

K K Consigner

Clay and Marianne Lassle 42 Road 245 Glendive, Montana Clay: 406.486.5584 Ryan: 406.694.3722 lrsbeef@midrivers.com

Simmental, SimAngusTM, Angus

Jeff & Shere Koch, Shane & Kate Koch, Taylor Koch Jeff Cell 406-860-0211 • Shere Cell 406-860-0659 143 Shane Ridge Road • Roberts, Montana 59070 email: jskoch@itstriangle.com Bulls of The Big Sky Sale • February 18, 2019

180 Black Simmental, SimAngusTM and Angus Bulls to Sell

Bill Begger 482 Custer Trail Road Wibaux, MT 59353 Bill: 406-796-2326 John: 406-795-9914 darbegger@yahoo.com

Wednesday, February 6, 2019 • at the ranch, Wibaux, MT

Prickly Pear Simmental Ranch Birthplace of the first Polled Black Simmental Bull Made in Montana Sale • February 2, 2019 Troy Wheeler, Cattle Manager: 406-949-1754 Don and Nancy Burnham • Gary Burnham 2515 Canyon Ferry Road • Helena, MT 59602 ASA No. 174 E-mail: burnhams@mt.net

www.breedingcattlepage.com/ INSimmAssoc/index.htm P C C

PRAIRIE CATTLE CO. Your One Stop Source Breeding Stock and Show Pigs

Stan, Nancy and Clint Thayer • Lafayette, IN 765-538-2976 home • 765-586-4812 cell 765-413-6029 Clint cell • Email: stanthayer@tds.net

Knezek Simmental/Simbrah Ranch Red & Black Show Heifers, Bulls & Steers Call for your next Champion — Superbowl Eligible!

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Brian Knezek • 361-293-1590 (M) Yoakum, TX 77995 knezek@gvec.net www.knezeksimmentalranch.com

2015 National Division Champion

Mark, Jame, Anna & Peter Krieger PO Box 145 Universal, IN, 47884 www.kriegerfarms.com

812-239-5102, Mark mark@kriegerfarms.com 812-208-0956, Jame jame@kriegerfarms.com 269-470-7553, Anna 812-208-8224, Peter

Annual Sale First Sunday in October

Quality Red & Black Simmental

John & Barbara 812-546-5578 15633 E Jackson Rd. Hope, IN 47246

www.texassimmentalsimbrah.com

Pine Ridge Ranch Pine Ridge Ranch Pine Ridge Ranch

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ATHENS, TX

Jane and Bill Travis

9876 PLANO RD. DALLAS, TX 75238 Office: 214-369-0990 Cell: 214-850-6308

billtravis@simbrah.com

www.simbrah.com

Dan, Jill, Luke & Chase 812-371-6881 Ben, Ashley, Gracie & Laynie 812-371-2926

• Bulls, Females & Show Prospects Available • visitors always welcome Jeff & Leah Meinders & Family 3687 N. Co. Rd. 500 E • Milan, IN 47031 812-498-2840 Home • chm.excavating@gmail.com Herdsman, Austin Egloff 812-309-4152

Simbrah, SimAngusTM HT, SimAngusTM & Simmental

Jud and Margie Flowers 12111 N. Bryan Road • Mission, TX 78573-7432

956-207-2087

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FILEGONIA

Joe & Beth Mercer 327 CR 459 Lott, TX 76656 Cell: 956-802-6995 Home, Office: 254-984-2225 bethmercer1974@gmail.com www.filegoniacattle.com

CATTLE COMPANY

email: judf@lonestarcitrus.com

“No Nonsense” Simbrah Cattle

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RED & BLACK PUREBREDS

Sandy Scheu 903-962-6915 9208 FM 17 972-670-7467 cell Grand Saline, TX 75140 www.doublemsimmentals.com

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Premier Breeder Jones Show Cattle, Harrod, OH.

Premier Exhibitor Hilbrands Cattle Co, Clara City, MN.

Open Percentage Females

Spring Calf Champion “S&S High Class Lady 750E,” s. by EXAR Classen 1422B, exh. by Jake Nikkel, McPherson, KS. 8/66/99/4.3/49/9.7/-.13/.41/122/71

Reserve Spring Calf Champion “TJSC Cinderella 72E,” s. by S A V Brilliance 8077, exh. by Jones Show Cattle, Harrod, OH. 14.6/55/83/4.7/48/9.6/-.22/.30/118/64

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Junior Calf Champion “S&S Stylin Honey 733E,” s. by Silveiras Style 9303, exh. by Sara Sullivan, Dunlap, IA. 12.5/54/86/4.3/41/8.5/-.09/.38/121/65

Intermediate Champion “TL Dixie 84,” s. by Profit, exh. by Kenidey Effling, Highmore, SD. 6.8/58/85/5.3/48/8.6/-.17/.15/101/60

Reserve Junior Calf Champion “SCM BCII Bailey E801,” s. by W/C Loaded Up 1119Y, exh. by Emma Troyer, Kalona, IA. 10.3/61/91/6.3/48/5.8/-.27/.26/111/67

Grand Champion and Yearling Champion “Hook’s/JRA Demi 605D,” s. by W/C United 956Y, exh. by Whitney Olson, Alexandria, MN. 12.2/79/136/6/66/19.4/-.07/.48/162/85

Fall Calf Champion “SJW Arkdale Pride 678D,” s. by FHEN Halftime A127, exh. by Sara Sullivan, Dunlap, IA. 9.2/65/106/5.3/51/8.2/-.07/.35/119/70

Reserve Fall Calf Champion “Rocking P Blackcap D682,” s. by HPF Quantum Leap Z952, exh. by Rocking P Livestock, Maysville, KY. 11.1/64/96/9.3/51/9.1/-.16/.30/120/69

Reserve Grand Champion and Reserve Yearling Champion “Miss Dux Mya,” s. by Mr. HOC Broker, exh. by Duxbury Cattle Co., Wessington, SD. 4.3/67/101/4.7/50/7/-.19/-.02/88/60 ◆

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www.northdakotasimmental.com Terry Ellingson & Family

www.illinoissimmental.com Owner: Jim Berry

Phone: 701-384-6225 Cell: 701-741-3045

5065 125th Ave. NE • Dahlen, ND 58224 tellings@polarcomm.com • www.ellingsonsimmentals.com Annual Production Sale, January 25, 2019

Commercially Targeted Seedstock

Roger, Jeanette, & Erika Kenner

5606 57th St. NE Leeds, ND 58346 Phone 701-466-2800 Erika 406-581-1188 erika.kenner@gmail.com Fax 701-466-2769 www.kennersimmental.com

SIMMENTALS

Cattle Manager: Robbie Duis 815-858-4129

KAELBERER SIMMENTALS

6502 Rt. 84 South Hanover, IL 61041 815-591-3731

4215 County Road 85 • New Salem, ND 58563 701-220-3124 (cell) • 701-843-8342 (home)

Claye and Michelle Kaelberer and Family

www.wildberryfarms.net

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Edge of the West Bull and Female Production Sale each February

Wilkinson Farms Simmentals Terry and Cathy Schlenker Family 7649 49th Street SE Montpelier, ND 58742 701-489-3583 (home) 701-320-2171 (cell) www.wilkinsonfarmssimmentals.com

” “BBAS RK OF

SIMMENTAL CATTLE 6322 Highway 35 Adams, North Dakota 58210

THE M ... Joe: 701-944-2732 • Mark: 701-331-3055 ...QUALITY jpbata@polarcomm.com

Red River Farms 13750 West 10th Avenue Blythe, CA 92225 Office: 760-922-2617 Bob Mullion: 760-861-8366 Michael Mullion: 760-464-3906 Simmental – SimAngus™ – Angus

www.washingtonsimmental.org

Trinity Farms

Angus SimAngusTM Simmental

QBVJT

VJT Ranch

Power by Design Quandt Brothers 701-710-0080

701-710-0843 Oakes, ND Sale 2/19/2019

Generations of Excellence Sale...first Saturday in March Robb & Debbie Forman Mike & Paulette Forman 509-201-0775 509-968-4800 2451 Number 81 Rd. Ellensburg, WA 98926 www.trinityfarms.info • Email: trinity@fairpoint.net

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As ASA celebrates 50 years, we look to the past, and how it shapes our future. This month’s issue is the third installment in a year-long series, focused on

Golden Memories Coordinated by Emme Troendle

Cornell Measures Sire Influence In 1984, ASA and Cornell University reached a research agreement to develop a new method of sire evaluation. This article, authored

by Brent Woodward, Richard Quaas, and John Pollak, describes sire influence in the Simmental breed for the first time.

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revisiting historically significant documents, articles, and photographs, in addition to hearing from those involved about the significance of this history.

Golden Opportunities Dr. Lauren Hyde, ASA’s Lead Geneticist, provides insight into the significance of the Cornell Evaluation, and how it continues to serve the breed today.

“When I pushed the button to start the spring 2018 genetic evaluation, I reflected on the historical significance of the moment. It was very likely going to be the last evaluation generated for ASA with the Cornell software. Although the software reached its limits a few years ago in terms of the number of animals it could evaluate and its ability to incorporate genomic data — prompting us to start looking for alternative software packages — the Cornell software has served the Association well since its release in 1984 . . . so well, that I am very proud to have been part of the Cornell genetic evaluation team.

“Developed by Dick Quaas and John Pollak, the Cornell software uses a methodology called best linear unbiased prediction (BLUP). BLUP models can use data on all animals in a population by considering the genetic relationships among them.

BLUP procedures can also separate the direct and maternal components of a trait (e.g., weaning weight and milk production). In addition, BLUP models account for genetic differences among contemporary groups, genetic trend, and bias associated with nonrandom mating and culling for poor performance.

“Six years after the first BLUP evaluation of Simmental cattle, Cornell researchers became the first to use a threshold model for large-scale genetic evaluation of calving ease (CE and MCE).

In 2012 ASA staff modified the calving ease software to accommodate other breeds, resulting in the industry’s first multi-breed genetic evaluation of calving ease.

“Perhaps the most pivotal milestone of the software’s history was the 1997 release of the industry’s first multi-breed evaluation. Dubbed MB-ICE (for multi-breed international cattle evaluation), it computed EPDs for Simmental, Chianina, and Maine-Anjou Dr. Lauren Hyde cattle. Since then, other breeds (Red Angus, Gelbvieh, Limousin, and Shorthorn) from the US and Canada have joined in, creating an unprecedented collaboration of progressive breed associations called International Genetic Solutions (IGS).

“IGS has the largest beef cattle genetic evaluation system in the world, with over 17 million animal records in the database and over 375,000 added annually. This system provides commercial cattle producers with the most powerful and userfriendly selection tools that have ever existed.

The force behind the system is the Cornell software. Even though its life is nearly over, MB-ICE has allowed for direct comparison of animals of different breed composition for traits of economic importance for over 20 years. There is no doubt that it has had a huge impact on the beef industry.

“As I look back on the contributions of the Cornell software to the success of IGS and ASA, I am greatly anticipating the release of the IGS Singlestep genetic evaluation powered by the BOLT software package. We have already produced the first multi-breed single-step evaluation for stayability. What other kinds of exciting “firsts” will the new evaluation software bring to the table?” ◆

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The following list includes ASA’s leading breeders, on the basis of Simmental (including all fullblood, purebred, percentage and Simbrah) reported during calendar year 2017. Within each state, province or country, the top five breeders are shown

in descending order beginning with the breeder who registered the most animals.

The minimum requirement for inclusion on this list was reporting of five animals during the year.

ALBERTA CANADA

CALIFORNIA

IDAHO

Grant Daines – Red Deer County R & R Acres – Airdrie New Trend Cattle Co – Strathmore Bouchard Livestock Intl – Crossfield Dakota Townsend – Lacombe County

Circle Ranch – Ione Hinton Ranch Simmentals – Montague Gonsalves Ranch – Modesto Red River Farms – Blythe Little Shasta Ranch – Montague

Rymo Cattle Co – Bonners Ferry Lanting Enterprises – Payette Carter Cattle Co – Pingree Dirk E Johnson – Bancroft H D Dunn & Son Ranch – Tetonia

NOVA SCOTIA CANADA

COLORADO

ILLINOIS

Clayhill – Booral

Altenburg Super Baldy Ranch LLC – Fort Collins T-Heart Ranch LLC – Center Lechleiter Simmentals – Montrose Haynes Ranch – Holyoke Bridle Bit Simmentals – Walsh

Wildberry Farms – Scales Mound Hillstown Farms – Marissa Jesse Range – Greenfield Shannon Welsh – Blandinsville University Of Illinois – Baylis

SASKATCHEWAN CANADA

CONNECTICUT

Halls Cattle Company – Craven Double Bar D Ranch – Grenfell ABC Cattle Company – Churchbridge Early Sunset Ranch – Edam Wheatland Cattle Co – Bienfait

Madison Holdmeyer – Centerbrook Fenton River Farm – Willington Benjamin Hipsky – Willington ABC Acres – Killingworth Big Country Cattle Co – Uncasville

Silver Towne Farms – Winchester Trennepohl Family Farm – Middletown Clear Water Simmentals – Milan Hicks Cattle Company – Covington Beshears Simmentals – Winchester

DOMINICAN REPUBLIC

DELAWARE

Rancho Mym – Santo Domingo

Ebert Family Simmentals – Camden David & Wendy Sherwood – Felton Iron Mine Branch Llc – Bridgeville

ONTARIO CANADA Semex Alliance – Guelph North Star Simmentals – Kirkfield

INDIANA

KANSAS

PANAMA Carlos Ortiz – Cocle

ALABAMA Gibbs Farms – Ranburne Black Rock Farm – Luverne Bush Farms – Eufaula Wells Farm – Selma Boyd Farm – New Brockton

ARKANSAS River Bend Farms – Garland City Lovaas Ranch – Yellville Groves Simmental Ranch – Lewisville Nice Breeze Farm – Yellville OK Ranch – Nashville

ARIZONA Lee Cattle Company – Chandler Jimmy Crosby – Eagar

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FLORIDA Southern Cattle Company – Marianna Sewell Farms – Chipley CS Acres – Fort Pierce Snell Cattle Company – Graceville Bia Farms – Graceville

GEORGIA Pigeon Mountain Simmental – La Fayette Callaway Cattle Co – Hogansville Boatright Simmental – Midville Jenkins Cattle Company – Moultrie High Voltage Cattle LLC – Mount Airy

IOWA Nichols Farms – Bridgewater Ruby Cattle Company – Murray KMJ Simmentals – Huxley Heartland Simmentals – Nashua Bruhn Farms Joint Venture – Mapleton

Cow Camp Ranch – Lost Springs River Creek Farms Inc – Manhattan Robert L Dickinson – Gorham Rock Creek Ranch – Americus Diamond H Ranch – Victoria

KENTUCKY Nolan & Bagby Preformance Cattle – Russellville Tingle Farms – New Castle Henry E Allen DVM – Versailles Bushs North Severncreek Simmentals – Owenton Hillview Farms – Herndon

LOUISIANA Donnie Harper – Winnsboro Hensgens Brothers Cattle – Berwick Rugged R Cattle Co – Wisner Dennis & Paula Courtright – Colfax Robinson Cattle Co – Wisner (Continued on page 56)

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Dixson Farms, Inc. Carol Dixson, Kevin Dixson, & Lyle Dixson, D.V.M. 13703 Beaver Creek Rd • Atwood, KS 67730 785-626-3744 • drlyle@live.com www.dixsonfarms.com

DX THE PERFORMANCE IS BRED IN – BEFORE THE BRAND GOES ON!

www.kansas-simmental.com

DICKINSON SIMMENTAL AND ANGUS RANCH Kirk • 785-998-4401 (phone & fax) 2324 370th Ave. Gorham, Kansas 67640 www.dickinsonranch.com

March 17, 2018 46th Annual Production Sale At the Ranch

www.ohiosimmental.com

Kaser Brothers Simmental Stephen Kaser Annual Production Sale March 16, 2018

Simmental Angus SimAngusTM

H 785-346-5181 • C 785-346-6077 629 County 388 Drive Osborne, KS 67473

Steve & Mary Gleason • Jake, Becky, Ben, Joe & Sam 12410 Blazingstar Rd • Maple Hill, KS 66507 Phone: 785-256-6461 • Steve: 785-640-8060 • Jake: 785-640-8062 www.Sunflowergenetics.com

Joe Mertz 785-456-9650 Bob Mertz 785-456-9201 Harold Mertz 785-456-9605 7160 Zeandale Road Manhattan, KS 66502 www.rivercreekfarms.com

28th Annual Production Sale February 13, 2019 Ralph Brooks Cassidy Brooks 7440 Lake Elbo Rd. Manhattan, KS 66502 C: 785-556-0385

www.oregonsimmentalassociation.com

Mike, Margo, Crystal, & Katelyn Alley 8925 SW Green • Culver, Oregon 97734 Home: 541-546-8171 • Cell: 541-948-3521 E-mail: mike@barckcattle.com • Fax: 541-546-6420 www.barckcattle.com

HIGH-BRED SIMMENTAL HAL LUTHI

PO Box 127 Harrod, OH 45850 419-648-9196 (home) 419-648-9967 (office) 419-230-8675 (cell)

Troy Jones & Randy Jones jonesshowcattle@hotmail.com • jonesshowcattle.com

RT 1, BOX 70 • MADISON, KS 66860 620-437-2211

Quality Homozygous Black • Seedstock Available

Cow Camp Ranch Kent, Mark and Nolan Brunner 3553 Upland Rd. Lost Springs, KS 66859-9652 785-466-6475 Kent 785-466-1129 Nolan Black and Red Purebreds 785-258-0173 Mark Angus nolan@cowcampbeef.com SimAngusTM Halfbloods

Spring Bull Sale - Friday, February 15, 2019.

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MAINE

MONTANA

OHIO

Gross Hardship Acres – Bucksport Hanson Farm – Palmyra G R Thurston’s Farm Simmental Cattle – Rumford Owen E Brown – Exeter McGee Farm Simmentals – West Gardiner

Gateway Simmentals – Lewistown Lassle Simmentals – Glendive Beggers Diamond V Rch Inc – Wibaux Nelson Livestock Co – Wibaux Miller Simmental – Gildford

Jones Show Cattle – Harrod Dickson Simmentals – St Louisville Lauren Grimes – Hillsboro Rolling Hills Farms – Belle Center Haley Farms – West Salem

NORTH CAROLINA

OKLAHOMA

MARYLAND

Fred Smith Company – Clayton Triple D Farms – Wallace Broadway Cattle Farm – Monroe Ridgewood Simmentals – Boone Blue Q Ranch – Troy

Griswold Cattle – Stillwater Willis Simmentals – Marietta Choctaw Cty Land & Cattle LLC – Tulsa H and H Simmentals – Weatherford Fenton Farms – Stigler

Hyland Farm – Mt Savage Anvil Acres – Boonsboro Meadow Brook Farm – Frederick Ashley Rodeheaver – Friendsville McCall E Griffith – Boonsboro

MASSACHUSETTS Hillcrest Farm – Auburn Lily Dias – Norton Haley Ann Lynch – Southwick Caitlyn Chernicki – Hanson

NORTH DAKOTA

OREGON

Roger A Kenner – Leeds TNT Simmentals – Almont Aufforth Northern Plains Simmental – Bowbells Hansen Simmental Ranch – Ryder C Diamond Inc – Dawson

Bar CK Cattle Company – Culver Lester & Paula Hinton – Klamath Falls 44 Cattle – Richland Ardis or Ken Faulkner – Powell Butte Thomas Angus Ranch – Baker City

NEBRASKA

SVJ Farm – Amity Campbell Land And Cattle LLC – Sycamore Ethan Virgili – Carmichaels Maple Cove Breeders – Manns Choice Frosty Springs Farm – Waynesburg

MICHIGAN J-C Simmentals – Clare Salinas Farms – Marion Jefts Farms – Big Rapids Rich Beef & Grain – Sandusky J Bar J Ranch – Clare

PENNSYLVANIA Triangle J Ranch – Miller Trauernicht Simmentals – Wymore Forster Farms – Smithfield Apex Cattle Co – Dannebrog Lazy S Simmentals – Anselmo

MINNESOTA Sargeant Farms – Forest Lake Hook Farms – Tracy Rydeen Farms Simmental’s – Clearbrook Brant Farms – Hinckley Rockin H Ranch – Porter

SOUTH CAROLINA NEW HAMPSHIRE Kellie & Nancy Plante – Chesterfield James Wojtusik – Northwood Top of The Hill Farm – Wolfeboro

Yon Family Farms – Ridge Spring Baxley Farms – Georgetown Cedar Ridge Simmental – Gray Court Carl E Thompson – Central Nickle N Dime Farms – Six Mile

NEW JERSEY MISSOURI Lucas Cattle Company – Cross Timbers Prairie View Farms – Monroe City Oval F Ranch – Winston TK Farms – West Plains CLM Ranch – Olean

Edward W Pierce – Neshanic Station Kevin W Bishop – Elmer Double Rd Farm – Hillsborough Ward Bishop – Elmer Katelyn Wall – Newton

SOUTH DAKOTA Dale Werning – Emery 3C Christensen Ranch – Wessington Eichacker Simmentals – Salem Kappes Simmentals – Longlake Jim Benda Simmentals – Kimball

NEW MEXICO MISSISSIPPI S & J Farm – Summit Little Creek Farm LLC – Starkville Adamdale – Columbia JRW LLC – Seminary Ishee Bred Simmentals – Laurel

Clayton Moore – Roy Estancia Valley Cattle and Farms LLC – Mcintosh Leonard Morrow – Winston

NEW YORK Hudson Pines Farm – Tarrytown Simme Valley Ranch – Groton Elm-Side Farm – Walton Porters Simmental Lake Ranch – Waverly Ladybug Farm – Middleport

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TENNESSEE Kenco Cattle Company – Nashville Red Hill Farms – Lafayette Martin & Son Farm – Lyles Ligon Simmentals – Cookeville Ivie & Sons Simmentals – Lawrenceburg

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MENU MORSELS

MAIL BAG

Spicing up your dinner table with tasty, beef-based dishes.

Dear Editor, We would like to thank the ASA and the World Simmental-Fleckvieh Federation for awarding and honoring us with the prestigious Golden Book Award at the recent Chairman’s Reception in Denver.

It is certainly a pleasure to have the opportunity to participate with and to have this presentation in front of our Simmental family.

Again, our humble thanks for this honor.

Dr. and Mrs. Fred Swain

Beef and Noodles TEXAS Timothy J Smith – Giddings Lester M Alberthal Jr – Granbury Pine Ridge Ranch LLC – Dallas 7 P Ranch – Tyler Circle M Farms – Rockwall

UTAH Yardley Cattle Co – Beaver Top Hat Farms LLC – Deweyville Hogsheaven Cattle Co – Cedar City Double Jr Simmentals – Paradise Mineral Mountain Cattle Company LLC – Milford

VERMONT Mary Beth Fischer – Springfield Brushwood Simmental – Bradford Plain View Farm – Topsham Ethan Butterfield – Brownington

VIRGINIA Shenandoah Valley Simmentals – Quicksburg McDonald Farms – Blacksburg Smith Reasor – Rural Retreat Rocky W Rakes – Danville Horse Ridge Farm – Willis

WASHINGTON Trinity Farms – Ellensburg Matheson Farms Simmental – Bellingham Watson Simmentals – Roy Lightning H Ranch – Prescott Zach Wilson – Stanwood

WEST VIRGINIA Teter Farms – Beverly Classic Simmental Farm – Fairmont Buena Vista Simmentals – Old Fields Adam Halls Simmental – Ripley Plaugher Simmental Farms – Salem

WISCONSIN Damar Farms – Eau Claire Sweetheart Farm – Wausaukee Reiny Way Acres – Merrill Rockin R Farm – Mauston Double A Simmentals – Janesville

WYOMING Vearl W & Patsy Bird – Fort Bridger Wayne R Wilson – Alva Booth Family Angus – Torrington Michael Booth – Veteran Smiths Basic Blacks – Douglas

Ingredients 1 pound sirloin steak 1 onion 1 cup beef stock 2 Tbs butter 1 tsp cornstarch 1 pinch dried thyme 1 package noodles 1 cup frozen peas salt and pepper to taste

Instructions: • cut steak into 1-inch cubes, sear and brown • remove from pan, melt butter in pan • sauté onions and add steak back into pan • pour beef stock over steak • add thyme, salt, pepper • simmer 1 hour • mix in cornstarch and peas • cook uncovered until liquid thickens • cook noodles • serve beef mixture over noodles Editor’s Note: Each month a favorite beef recipe is presented in this space. the Register encourages and welcomes contributions to this column from the ASA membership. ◆

Fred and Phyllis Swain

Editor’s Note: Fred and Phyllis Swain, Swain Select Simmentals, Louisville, Kentucky, along with Susan and Curtis Russell, Reflected R Ranch, Sugar City, CO, were named the recipients of the 2018 Golden Book Award. The award recognizes individuals and organizations that have made significant contributions to the development of the Simmental/Simbrah breeds. The Golden Book is given on behalf of the World Simmental Fleckvieh Federation (WSFF) and is the most prestigious award presented by the American Simmental Association. ◆

CLASSIFIEDS u Two long, yearling purebred Hooks Shear Force sons.

ASA# 3289771 top 2% CE/BE and ASA# 3289772 (red). For sale by private treaty. Both top 30% or higher in nine EPDs. Mykel Ridgway, mykridgway@gmail.com, 541-788-5004. u IT PAYS TO ADVERTISE! Cost: $0.60 per word. Minimum: 20 words per ad. Deadline: 25th of second month preceding publication.

Copy: Must be submitted in writing, along with full payment. Count as one word each: entire address number; entire street; entire phone number; and entire name. Mail your classified ad copy and your payment to: the Register Classifieds, One Genetics Way, Bozeman, MT 59718.

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Following is a list of the most used Simmental bulls, ranked in order of progeny reported during the calendar year 2016. $API = All Purpose Index

Reg. No. Name

Progeny Count Breeds

$TI =Terminal Index

API

TI

CE

BW

WW

YW

124.30

85.80

7.3

2.5

82.8

127.4

MCE MWW Stay DOC

YG

MB 0.36

6.1

6.4

-0.23 -0.31

8.8

15.2

-0.03

0.68

9.4

0.17

0.50

1487

PB SM

2531081

MR HOC BROKER

1461

PB SM

63.50

52.80

-6.0

4.8

68.5

101.5

1.5

47.8

2703910

CCR COWBOY CUT 5048Z

1236

PB SM

162.50

96.90 17.5

1.8

85.9

117.2

13.5

79.9

2614725

W/C UNITED 956Y

1227

1/2 SM 1/2 AN

145.30

91.60 11.3

0.5

93.3

158.1

6.7

61.8

9.1

2612546

HOOK’S YELLOWSTONE 97Y

827

PB SM

157.50

79.00 17.0 -0.4

70.6

104.3

11.6

55.2

18.3

11.6

-0.17

0.24

2532016

WLE UNO MAS X549

800

PB SM

148.20

76.40 17.1 -1.2

54.5

63.4

7.6

43.1

9.3

14.2

-0.20

0.54

2694778

GW ROBUST 605Z

789

5/8 SM 3/8 AN

152.40

90.30 12.9

1.5

86.6

132.3

2.1

68.6

12.3

18.3

-0.27

0.56

2628568

J BAR J NIGHTRIDE 225Z

756

5/8 SM 3/8 AN

179.10

87.90 22.8 -4.8

56.5

91.8

11.4

41.0

9.6

13.7

-0.06

0.93

2668223

TLLC ONE EYED JACK

741

PB SM

106.60

62.80

1.6

49.0

64.1

-1.1

42.2

5.7

14.1

-0.29

0.30

2658496

W/C LOCK DOWN 206Z

625

1/2 SM 1/2 AN

147.40

78.80 19.4 -2.3

68.6

108.1

-3.7

44.3

9.9

9.9

0.00

0.43

2548143

S D S GRADUATE 006X

611

5/8 SM 3/8 AN

150.50

76.10 20.0 -4.9

61.9

100.6

14.2

57.5

14.4

14.5

-0.25

0.24

2725666

CCR WIDE RANGE 9005A

602

3/4 SM 1/4 AN

148.40

79.80 13.1 -0.3

76.7

119.4

12.9

55.1

17.3

12.9

-0.19

0.14

2757819

CSCX BANDWAGON 513A

582

PB SM

121.10

73.00

5.7

2.3

69.3

100.2

2.3

48.6

9.5

9.9

-0.07

0.28

2854437

HOOK’S BROADWAY 11B

541

PB SM

118.00

74.40

-4.1

3.4

71.1

112.5

7.4

61.7

12.0

11.4

-0.24

0.33

2605922

GW-WBF SUBSTANCE 820Y

520

3/4 SM 1/4 AN

154.20

85.40 13.2

1.2

71.2

116.1

6.2

57.3

10.4

21.6

-0.09

0.75

2659897

LLSF PAYS TO BELIEVE ZU194

460

PB SM

129.80

75.30

6.0

2.2

65.2

96.5

3.9

44.3

9.2

12.0

-0.17

0.45

2759745

MR TR HAMMER 308A ET

439

PB SM

119.40

81.20

2.3

2.3

87.3

143.2

6.0

59.9

9.6

12.3

-0.22

0.12

2675742

WS PRIME BEEF Z8

433

PB SM

174.00

86.80 18.8 -2.1

71.4

107.1

12.6

52.6

17.9

0.4

-0.24

0.44

2568260

WS A STEP UP X27

432

PB SM

106.70

62.80

7.4

-0.1

55.1

75.2

5.3

34.8

7.5

11.6

-0.46

0.05

2720494

CCR SANTA FE 9349Z

416

3/4 SM 1/4 AN

135.10

74.10

7.8

-0.2

67.5

97.2

11.0

58.8

15.9

12.9

-0.09

0.18

2675740

WS ALL-AROUND Z35

413

PB SM

167.80

91.30 19.7 -0.6

82.8

121.1

17.8

59.9

13.7

12.5

0.00

0.46

2370545

GW PREMIUM BEEF 021TS

409

1/2 SM 1/2 AN

150.50

76.60 21.0 -3.1

56.2

99.5

9.1

48.7

8.7

16.0

-0.11

0.51

2900283

W/C EXECUTIVE ORDER 8543B

401

3/4 SM 1/4 AN

138.70

78.00 15.8 -2.7

66.5

108.1

8.0

58.8

9.7

10.3

-0.22

0.33

2540315

MCM TOP GRADE 018X

385

3/4 SM 1/4 AN

137.70

78.10

9.9

-0.6

59.0

98.0

7.5

60.6

8.4

10.2

-0.30

0.61

2725682

CCR SPARTAN 9124A

376

1/2 SM 1/2 AN

176.10

93.10 10.1

0.5

77.4

114.3

13.4

59.6

17.2

18.1

0.15

0.98

2588250

W/C WIDE TRACK 694Y

366

PB SM

114.90

68.70

4.9

4.9

72.1

116.0

-6.6

53.6

12.0

10.7

-0.15

0.11

2470581

TNT TANKER U263

365

PB SM

114.70

73.50

2.6

2.7

82.9

131.0

15.3

64.1

14.6

12.5

-0.36 -0.10

2729707

LRS TOP TEN 104A

361

1/2 SM 1/2 AN

165.50

83.40 17.9 -1.7

69.2

113.6

11.0

51.4

15.9

12.9

-0.23

2728015

HPF OPTIMIZER A512

361

3/4 SM 1/4 AN

112.60

75.50 12.1

2.0

87.1

136.5

6.4

67.2

8.8

11.2

-0.23 -0.01

2340262

SVF STEEL FORCE S701

361

PB SM

95.10

64.30

8.0

1.5

60.9

89.8

3.7

36.0

0.9

7.1

-0.21

2503661

REMINGTON LOCK N LOAD 54U 341

PB SM

109.70

63.50 11.2

1.1

57.4

107.4

5.5

45.8

7.5

11.4

-0.48 -0.07

2670825

LMF REVENUE Z24

339

PB SM

141.40

65.10 13.9

0.1

47.3

49.6

11.9

53.2

18.1

11.8

-0.39

2588018

FBF1 COMBUSTIBLE

333

PB SM

98.70

61.80

9.8

3.3

64.0

104.7

7.8

43.2

5.4

13.6

-0.09 -0.05

2522822

YARDLEY HIGH REGARD W242

327

PB SM

79.40

59.20

1.1

2.4

62.9

91.5

2.3

53.6

3.8

12.1

-0.20 -0.13

2545802

G A R PROPHET

324

PB AN

213.40 119.90 20.2 -1.8

92.3

152.5

6.2

76.0

8.6

12.3

0.20

2646300

LLSF UPRISING Z925

315

2642004

SANDEEN UPPER CLASS 2386

302

3/4 SM 1/4 AN

2854480

HOOK’S BOZEMAN 8B

294

2081939

HOOKS SHEAR FORCE 38K

292

2880390

CCR BOULDER 1339A

2631021

TJ MAKERS MARK 215Y

2499589 2654155

3/4 SM 1/8 AN 1/8 CS 101.90

57.8

-0.44

MR NLC UPGRADE U8676

4.9

3.9

12.9

2474338

3.6

0.55 0.08 0.26

1.86

77.90

3.8

3.6

84.8

130.2

3.0

63.9

3.0

13.3

-0.23

0.10

92.30

61.70

2.1

2.5

61.7

88.3

-7.1

51.2

6.4

11.8

-0.39

0.17

PB SM

158.30

76.80 14.0 -0.9

53.4

93.2

9.3

51.1

15.2

16.2

-0.25

0.48

PB SM

176.80

81.80 23.1 -3.4

55.0

72.1

12.4

57.7

17.6

15.0

-0.50

0.48

282

1/2 SM 1/2 AN

187.40

88.60 20.9 -3.4

56.1

96.6

9.7

54.9

15.0

14.1

-0.19

0.94

268

1/2 SM 1/2 AN

154.10

89.50 16.5

0.6

90.6

151.1

10.9

70.3

13.3

9.9

0.04

0.40

WS BEEF KING W107

265

PB SM

146.00

89.20 12.8

1.6

87.7

119.2

12.9

53.3

10.1

8.6

-0.36

0.39

W/C LOADED UP 1119Y

260

PB SM

106.60

62.50

0.2

61.1

80.9

5.9

45.0

10.5

11.0

-0.44 -0.12

2790164

W/C BULLSEYE 3046A

259

PB SM

130.70

68.70 17.4 -3.4

52.3

83.2

6.6

53.3

10.1

11.2

-0.48

0.02

2703756

CCR FRONTIER 0053Z

259

1/2 SM 1/2 AN

124.10

73.10 14.1

0.4

62.6

93.8

4.5

58.9

5.7

10.0

-0.11

0.43

2828043

R B TOUR OF DUTY 177

256

PB AN

131.90

80.90 15.6 -0.1

81.8

143.0

15.2

73.6

8.8

17.0

-0.23

0.54

2614801

W/C NO REMORSE 763Y

256

1/2 SM 1/2 AN

66.20

49.00

2.1

0.2

42.0

61.4

7.2

45.9

-1.2

11.5

-0.08

0.06

2736444

S A V RESOURCE 1441

249

PB AN

104.10

70.00

5.8

1.1

80.8

152.3

2.2

59.9

8.5

11.0

-0.09

0.30

2638036

SVF ALLEGIANCE Y802

248

PB SM

122.00

81.90

9.3

1.6

84.8

129.6

4.9

56.1

6.4

14.3

-0.29

0.14

2559356

HOOK’S XAVIER 14X

246

1/2 SM 1/2 AN

162.90

89.10 11.8

0.0

88.0

147.1

4.0

62.5

19.3

10.5

-0.13

0.43

134.51

77.28 11.42 0.33 69.87 108.24

7.12 55.23 10.37 12.27 -0.20

0.35

Averages

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n Pedigree stacks top-producing cows from Gibbs Farms, a product of a planned mating that crosses the dam of MOUNTAINEER and the dam of STATEMENT, along with great cow making sires like ALUMNI, ROOKIE, GAMBLER, and TRAVELER 6807. n Physically pleasing look due to his perfect hoof and leg structural soundness, extreme deep flank, great rib shape along with the disposition second to none. n Great disposition, good-footed, deep-sided. n Daughters should make excellent replacement females.

Homozygous Black Homozygous Polled S D S Alumni 115X Sire: GIBBS 3133A Mountaineer GIBBS 9024W Blakcap7067T EPDs as of 1.17.18

Direct Trait

CE

BW

WW

EPD 11.9

-0.5

63.1

ACC .27

.36

.31

PVF-J 4P14 HYB Rookie Dam: GIBBS 0644X Blkcap 8020U GIBBS 8020U Blackcap 877 Maternal

YW

Milk MWW

Carcass Stay

Fat

REA

111.1 .30 10.4 31.4 62.9 13.3 11.9 36.1 -.08

.77

.005

.62 -.54 160.1 84.1

.41

.26

.33

.33

.17

.19

.23

.26

10

15

2

10

20

DOC

.11

CW

.27

.25

www.alliedgeneticresources.com

www.origenbeef.org

$ Index

Marb

%

MCE

Semen available through owners or:

ASA# 3104991 1/2 SM 1/2 AN

YG

.33

ADG

Semen: $20/unit

3

Shr

API

John, Barbara and Anna Maxwell 133 Skyline Drive Carthage, TN 37030 615-418-7150 johnandbarbara90@gmail.com

TI

.20 1

10

10

n Impact was our pick from the 2017 Gibbs Sale. n He will add muscle and growth without excessive birth weight. n Impact will also add some pounds and style to his calves.

Semen: $20/unit Homozygous Black Homozygous Polled GW Premium Beef 021TS GW Wolfpack 712A GW Miss GPRD 217X

GIBBS 7063T HY Broadband GIBBS 0703X HY BRD 7291T GIBBS 7291T HY Rev K717

EPDs as of 1.17.18

Direct Trait

CE

BW

EPD 14.3

0.9

ACC .27

.44

%

WW

Maternal YW

MCE

Milk MWW

YG

Marb

Fat

REA

75.4 131.4 .35

8.1

27.3 65.0 15.3 10.8 50.1 -.08

.73

.005

.79 -.38 167.7 88.9

.40

.25

.31

.42

.42

15

3

1

.16

.18

.24

.11

10

4

10

.09

CW

.34 4

.26

4

www.origenbeef.org

$ Index

ADG

.38

DOC

www.alliedgeneticresources.com

ASA# 3256237 5/8 SM 3/8 AN

Carcass Stay

Semen available through owners or:

20

Shr

API

TI

.18 4

3

John, Barbara and Anna Maxwell 133 Skyline Drive Carthage, TN 37030 615-418-7150 johnandbarbara90@gmail.com

Breeding Cattle for the “Real” World

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FROM THE HEADQUARTERS

By Luke Bowman, Director of Commercial and Industry Operations

SimGenetics and the Red Queen Hypothesis “It takes all the running you can do, to stay in the same place”. — Lewis Carroll, Through the Looking Glass As EvolutionaryBiology.com defines it, “The Red Queen Hypothlbowman@simmgene.com esis in biology states that species continually need to change to keep up with the competition. If a species would stop changing, it would lose the competition with the other species that do continue to change.”

Being a science-minded guy with a background in marketing, this fits perfectly with how I view our SimGenetics population today. We can analyze and then consider the Red Queen Hypothesis when it comes to breeding cattle, analyzing current states of why breeds are the way they are today, promotion of animals, and even drive our vision for what the future of this and other beef breed associations may look like in the next 25 years. I challenge you do so when it comes to your own operation.

Reflecting on the mix of breeds in their present existence and their influences today versus 75 years ago is mind-boggling. Many of the popular breeds of yesteryear are nearing the lowest registrations and transfers in their association’s history, while some, like Simmental are in growing demand. We can consider the many reasons why, but really, when it all the theories dissipate, it comes down to the subconscious implementation of the Red Queen Hypothesis.

Our Association’s past leaders, and I am confident of our present leadership as well, have made the necessary tough decisions in order to make our general population of SimGenetics relevant. The breeds that decided to follow only tradition without critical problem solving have fallen to the wayside.

Like every step of the evolutionary process, we must continue to build off the ideas/traits we worked off of before, but they must be enhanced if we want this breed to continue to thrive.

The registered cattle past: Prior to the 1940s cattle were selected based on very few criteria. Promotion, Commotion, Devotion, and Emotion were the primary drivers. We selected and propagated cattle simply off popular trends and chatter rather than actual biological and industry value. Whoever won the Chicago International was king, and if you had sons, grandsons, granddaughters, etc., in your herd, it may have substantiated your registered herd to some value. Trends in type were somewhat extreme, and one era of ‘Belt Buckle’ cattle became so impractical that sometimes holes were dug in order for females to climb down into in order for her service sire to do his job! Today, it is easy to understand that those who stayed impractical likely were consumed by the Red Queen in very short time.

After the 1940s, trends were changing for a more practical purpose, the common sense of pounds of beef per head was desired because heavier cattle were worth more at slaughter.

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This is evidence where the registered cattle breeder really starting to lean towards the demands of commercial cattlemen — they were begining to consider their customers’ profit! The best technology at the time was the scale used at weaning and yearling time.

The 1960s and1970s led to a more practical application of pounds. We knew that genetics were playing a substantial role, but not all full-sibs mated the same. Although pedigree and type continued to play a significant role, we were seeing differences in animals and selecting them off contemporary group ratios and adjusted weights based on age. Although change was taking place, it certainly wasn’t changing as fast as it was about to . . .

A sonic boom of sorts was heard around the registered beef industry in the early 1980s with the release and implementation of EPDs. Sire Summary reports were released by breeds — and this is when we really started to see faster advancements in genetic progress. This new tool used in comparing cattle to one another from across environments was and is still today not adopted like they should be. Why? In my opinion, it comes down to two reasons. The primary reason is that the mathematical equation that creates an EPD is too complex for the average man to understand. In agriculture, we know how a farm truck works. We know how the hay baler works. We understand gravity when it comes to flood irrigation; however, the mathematical equation that gives a number leaves the older generation skeptical. The second part is interpreting the number. For example, 110 for Yearling Weight (YW) is confusing on its own. We know the cattle didn’t weigh 110 at YW, just like we know that doesn’t mean the cattle are 110% heavier than breed average at 365 days-of-age. We can get into how to read EPDs later, but until then just realize that the implementation of EPDs was huge in the evolution of cattle breeding, and those breeds or breeders that do not utilize them enough are certainly following victim to the Red Queen.

In the new millennium, we are seeing substantial acceleration of genetic prediction of beef cattle. $Value Indexes are incredibly important to understand the total value of cattle genetically. Profit is not all about output. $Value indices consider inputs we well, which is mandatory to know true profit in cattle production. These are enhanced with DNA testing which more properly predicts the accuracy of the EPD. Breeds that refuse to invest in DNA will be further behind in the relevance in just years to come. Again, the Red Queen is encroaching faster than the science deniers want her to.

So now it’s up to YOU. I ask you to please consider the Red Queen and her inevitable influence that WILL take place in your herd and your customers’ herds as long as time goes on. She is always there, always lingering, waiting on you to become lacksdasical. Her influence will make you or break you; this is not debatable. Take a hard focus on your customers’ profits.

These folks bear the legitimacy of your genetic cultivation and their potential for profit, or even their livelihood and potentially their continuation in the cattle business is based on you, the seedstock producer. The Red Queen is already there in your barnyard. What are you doing to keep from becoming extinct? u

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Les Alberthal, Owner Fred Schuetze, Director of Livestock Oper.

PO Box 968 • Granbury, TX 76048 Phone: 817-573-0957 Fax: 817-573-0967 Email: bhr@speednet.com Website: www.BHR-Simmentals.com

BRINK FLECKVIEH 23098 Gunder Rd • Elkader, IA 52043 Jerry: 563-245-2048 • Preston: 563-880-2075 jbrink@alpinecom.net

www.fleckvieh.com

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Mitchell Lake Ranch

Jim Ethridge and Donna Adams 9834 James Cemetery Road Franklin, TX 77856-5838 979-828-5316 • 979-255-2882 cell jim.ethridge@hughes.net www.mitchelllakeranch.com Fullblood and Purebred Simmentals • Quality by Design

JENSEN SIMMENTALS Steven A. Jensen • 913-636-2540 24580 W. 319th Street Paola, KS 66071 jensensimmentals@gmail.com

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MYRA NEAL MORRISON 8800 Row-Cab Line Rd. • Rockwell, NC 28138 704-279-3128 • 704-202-6171 Cell E-mail: myram@morrisonfarm.com www.morrisonfarm.com

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Joe &Venedia Tingle 502.682.8637 Derek & Chelsey Tingle 502.682.0806 722 Drennon Rd. New Castle, KY 40050 www.tinglefarms.com

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BULLETINS AJSA Schedule and Deadlines April 1 . . . . . . . Classic entry forms available at www.juniorsimmental.org.

April 15 . . . . . . Steers born Jan. 15-Apr. 15 are eligible for Steer Profitability Competition.

May 7 . . . . . . . Regional Classic first entry/ownership deadline 4:30 pm Mountain.

(Registration fees will double between May 7, 2018, 4:31 pm, and May 14, 4:30 pm).

May 14. . . . . . . Regional Classic final entry deadline 4:30 pm Mountain.

May 14. . . . . . . National Classic first entry/ownership deadline 4:30 pm Mountain.

(Registration fees will double between May 14, 2018, 4:31 pm, and May 21, 4:30 pm).

May 21 . . . . . . . National Classic final entry deadline 4:30 pm Mountain (registration fees double).

June 1 . . . . . . . Photography Contest, Interview Contest, Trustee Application, Silver and Gold Merit Award application deadline.

June 12-16 . . . North Central Regional Classic, Springfield, IL. June 13-16 . . . South Central Regional Classic, Fayetteville, AR. June 20-23 . . . . Western Regional Classic, Yreka, CA. June 20-23 . . . . Eastern Regional Classic, West Springfield, MA. July 2-7 . . . . . . National Classic, St Paul, MN. August TBA . . . Summit Leadership Conference.

September 28 . . Steer Profitability Competition Entry Deadline, forms available at www.juniorsimmental.org.

Carcass Merit Herds Wanted Would you like to get paid to use some of the most promising young bulls in the industry? Do you have accurate and consistent record keeping? Then ASA has the program for you!

The ASA is seeking additional cooperator herds for the Carcass Merit Program. Spring or Fall calving herds are welcome.

Contact Jackie Atkins or Jannine Story if you are interested in becoming a CMP herd at: (carcdata@simmgene.com or call 406-587-4531).

ASA Updates DNA Test Result Notifications

Price Increase for DNA Testing on Hair Samples Effective immediately, due to the increased labor involved at the lab, GeneSeek has increased the processing fee for hair by $2.00 per sample. Breeders will be charged $5.00 for hair cards instead of $3.00.

ASA Requesting Cow Weights The American Simmental Association is seeking to increase the flow of mature cow weights into its database. Cow weights provide valuable information for use in our genetic evaluation system. ASA requests that you weigh your cows close to weaning time, and, if possible, give your cows a body condition score at the same time.

2018 Year-Letter is “F” The year-letter animal identification letter for 2018 is “F”, and will be followed

by G in 2019 and H in 2020. The letter E was the year-letter designated for use during 2017.

Office Holiday Schedule The ASA office will be closed for the following 2018 holidays.

Friday, April 13 Spring Holiday

The ASA has updated their process of notifying members of DNA test results.

DNA test results will now be sent automatically by email from Herdbook Services when DNA has been completed on a member account. If a member does not have an email on file with ASA, the member will still receive the test results by mail.

Members may now view DNA test results by logging into herdbook.org, pulling up the animal’s pedigree, and selecting “DNA Detail” under the “Report” section. If you have further questions or want step-by-step instructions you can go to simmental.org/ haveyouherd for more details.

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The ASA Board of Trustees approved a resolution to offer a 50% off rebate on GeneSeek Genomic Profiler Low Density (GGPLD) testing in exchange for either feed intake and/or carcass data. Members will receive one 50% off price discount per carcass or feed intake record submitted. Records must be valid for use in ASA’s genetic evaluation system (at least two sires represented and the animals must have at least the sire identified). Animals must have been born after August 31, 2015, to qualify for the program. Please contact jatkins@simmgene.com.

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Wednesday, July 4 Independence Day Monday, September 3 Labor Day Thursday & Friday, November 22-23 Thanksgiving

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Genetic Perfection Sale • cwcattlesales.com • December 3, 2018

Ladies of the Valley Sale West Point, NE October 14, 2018

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LUCAS CATTLE CO. Registered Simmentals, SimAngusTM & Angus Cattle Cleo Fields Forrest & Charlotte Lucas, Owners 417-399-7124 RT 91 Box 1200 Brandn Atkins Cross Timbers, MO 65634 417-399-7142 Office 417-998-6878 Jeff Reed Fax 417-998-6408 417-399-1241 www.lucascattlecompany.com Visitors Always Welcome

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Triangle J Ranch Darby & Annette Line 35355 Arrow Road • Miller, NE 68858 308-627-5085 Darby Cell www.trianglejranch.com

Bull Sale last Sunday in January and Female Sale first Sunday in November.

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J&C SIMMENTALS Black Simmental Bulls & Females Purebred to Percentage Jay & Kim Volk • 402-720-7596 Clark & Leslie Volk • 402-720-3323 Bob & Jeanette Volk • 402-720-0469

20604 US Hwy 30 • Arlington, NE 68002 volkjk@aol.com • www.jandcsimmentals.com Consigns to Ladies of the Valley – October 14, 2018 J&C Annual Bull Sale – January 26, 2019

FORSTER FARMS Just 20 minutes off I-80

James, Merlin, and Delores Felt, Matt Schulte

Verlouis Forster Family 74096 Road 434 Smithfield, NE 68976-1039 Ph 308-472-5036 Verlouis 308-991-2208 Alan Cell Email: alan_forster@hotmail.com

“Red and Black, Polled, Pigmented Simmentals”

57977 857 Road • Wakefield, NE 68784 402-287-2488 home • 402-369-1069 cell delores@feltfarms.com • www.feltfarms.com Herdsman, James Felt 402-369-0513 cell • jamesfelt02@gmail.com

Foxy Ladies Bred Heifer Sale November 24, 2018 • West Point, NE Bulls of Excellence Sale • February 21, 2019 West Point Livestock Auction, West Point, NE

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Finding the Right Bull for Your Herd Hopefully all the coldest months are behind us, and we can begin to think about how to improve our herds with the all important breeding decisions coming up. We all know that the Simmental breed has changed greatly over the last few decades due to the decisions of many breeders. It is well known that as Simmental breeders, we can have an impact on the breed with the bulls we use.

With all the different bulls we see on social media it can be a very daunting task to make the right decision for your operation. It’s very important to analyze your cow herd and decide what traits you would like to improve or breed for.

Although, we must be aware of all the different traits it takes to make a functional cow and what the industry as a whole is leaning towards in order to maximize the best genetics available and turn them into profits.

As young cattle people it can be very easy to lean toward the hot new show bull of that year, but I always try to keep in mind the EPDs of these bulls. It’s important to use these EPDs as a tool so you can better manage your herd. Looking for high $API, low Birth Weight, and good MILK numbered bulls will help you more easily identify bulls that can potentially boost your herd in these areas.

Depending on the size of your operation, it may be beneficial to purchase a herd bull from a local or regional bull sale in your area. Many times you can find the right bull for your operation from reputable breeders instead of spending money on potentially high priced semen on the bull of your choice. The type of bull you use will depend greatly on the type of operation you are involved in as well. A commercial cow-calf producer may use a different type of bull depending on where they plan to market there cattle. As young cattle people we should realize the scheme and type of our operations and keep in mind the goals we have for our cattle and select bulls that will help us get there. ◆

2018 Classic Schedule Event

Dates

North Central Regional South Central Regional Eastern Regional Western Regional National Classic

Location

June 12-16, 2018 June 13-16, 2018 June 20-23, 2018 June 20-23, 2018 July 2-7, 2018

Springfield, IL Fayetteville, AR West Springfield, MA Yreka, CA St Paul, MN

2017-2018 American Junior Simmental Association Board of Trustees President

Vice-Presidents

Jordan Cowger, Kansas City, MO 816-916-3329 jordancowger@gmail.com

Membership Communications Michelle Helm, Geary, OK 405-368-3180 michelle.l.helm@okstate.edu

Finance Kiersten Jass, Garner, IA 515-408-4918 kierstenJass@gmail.com

Marketing Cade Bracker, Underwood, IA 712-310-1082 cmbracker@gmail.com

Leadership Lily Swain, Murray, KY 270-293-4094 lswain1@murraystate.edu

Trustees South Central Region Joel Mackey, Giddings, TX 512-988-6794 joel.mackey12@gmail.com

Teegan Mackey, Giddings, TX 512-718-3165 tteeeeegan@gmail.com

North Central Region Kaylie Huizenga, Morrison, IL 815-535-3185 khuiz@ymail.com

Eastern Region Cole Liggett, Dennison, OH 330-440-5580 cliggett77@aol.com

Garrett Stanfield, Manchester, OH 606-375-2794 stanfield.40@buckeyemail.osu.edu

Emily Ivey, Loudon, TN 865-254-2998 showcattle13@gmail.com

Western Region Zach Wilson, Stanwood, WA 360-941-8020 zach.wilson1211@gmail.com

Keanna Smith, Ignacio, CO 970-769-0357 keannasmith2@gmail.com

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Clay Sundberg, Arlington, IL 815-878-6758 csundberg@live.com

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Timberland Cattle Registered Simmental, SimAngusTM and Angus Spring Female Sale, 1st Saturday in May Fall Bull Sale, 3rd Saturday in November

Bob 507-324-5107 507-438-9007 cell 77247 125th Street glsimmentals@gmail.com LeRoy, MN 55951

205-695-6314 or 205-712-0359 www.timberlandcattle.com • timberlandcattle@centurytel.net Bill Freeman, Owner • Thomas Pennington, Mgr.

Dr. Lynn Aggen Office: 507-886-6321 Mobile: 507-421-3813 Home: 507-886-4016

Performance with Quality

Matt Aggen Mobile: 701-866-3544 Home: 507-772-4522 Email: mattaggen@hotmail.com

Harmony, MN 55939 www.oakmfarm.com

Sargeant Farms

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Dave: 712-359-2327 Chris: 515-314-4771 56706 300th Avenue • Gilmore City, IA 50541 jf@ncn.net • www.janssenfarms.com

Website: www.bar5.com Ron Nolan 905-330-5299

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STATE SCENE Forrest Lucas Elected to MO Farm Care HOF Forrest Lucas, Lucas Cattle Company, Cross Timbers, MO, was inducted into the Missouri Farm Care Hall of Fame (HOF) on January 6, in Columbia. Lucas, member number 220135, has been an active part of the ASA for over 20 years.

The inaugural class was recognized for dedicating time, talent, and resources to protect farmers from harmful, misleading, and unnecessary legislation driven Lucas by out-of-state activist groups. Rounding out the list of recipients are: Congressman Jason Smith, Lt. Gov. Mike Parson, Sen. Brian Munzlinger, Rep. and Bill Rieboldt.

Colorado Considering State COOL Colorado’s State Legislature is considering a bill that would create a state-specific Country-of-Origin Labeling (COOL) law.

Introduced by Colorado rancher and State House Representative Kimmi Lewis, and state Senator Vicki Marble, both Republicans, the bill would amend the Colorado Food and Drug Act to require that all raw beef sold in the state be labeled as “U.S.A. Beef” or “Imported Beef.”

For beef to be labeled as from the US, the animals would have to be born, raised, and slaughtered in the US. The “Imported” label would have to list the country where the animals

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were born, raised, and slaughtered. A federal countryof-origin labeling law went into effect in 2009, but was repealed

by Congress in 2015.

Idaho “Ag-gag” Law Struck Down A federal appeals court judge has struck down provisions of Idaho’s “ag-gag” law meant to criminalize secret videotape recording at agriculture facilities, saying the law suppresses free speech. Idaho enacted its law in 2014 after video footage was released showing abuses at an Idaho dairy farm.

The decision is a victory for the Animal Legal Defense Fund, which sued Idaho in 2014, and could set a legal precedent. The group currently has similar lawsuits pending in Iowa and North Carolina. Other states with ag-gag laws on the books include Alabama, Arkansas, Kansas, and Missouri.

Dog Pack Kills Cattle in Arkansas A pack of dogs in Arkansas has been identified as the cause of multiple cattle deaths. Producers had been finding calves with missing ears, lips and noses after dying. Producers at first thought that scavengers were cleaning up carcasses of dead animals.

Deaths continued sporadically until a pack of dogs was seen chasing weaned calves, catching the calves by the nose and then killing them. In all, the dogs killed 40 calves ranging from 300 to 600 pounds, worth more than $40,000. One dog was shot and authorities were able to find the owner of that dog. ◆

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Members, do you know a commercial operation with accurate and consistent records? Do they retain ownership of the calves or have an interest in collecting carcass data? Would they like to get paid to use some of the most promising young bulls in the industry? Maybe you have a commercial herd of your own that could work as a cooperator herd for the ASA’s CMP. Spring or fall calving “Participating as a CMP cooperative herd for nine years has enabled us to get the hard facts on feeding efficiency and harvest value by traits on our calves. As a commercial cow/calf operation, interested in making genetic progress in the cowherd, we have used the data in replacement selection and are seeing a difference in our bottom line.”

Lynda Stuart, Stuart Land and Cattle Co. “We are glad to be part of the CMP program. It provided us with top quality calves while we get to participate in improving Simmental genetics.”

John Hall, Ph. D., Professor and Extension Beef Specialist and Superintendent at University of Idaho Nancy M. Cummings REEC.

Incentives for Cooperators

u Free semen from the industries top herd sire prospects u All cows in herd will be put in ASA’s database which will provide EPDs for every female. This allows you to make selection and culling decisions within the cowherd based on EPDs. u You have the option to retain all or some of the females produced from the program u ASA will pay $60/AI sired carcass that is harvested u Cooperators will get carcass data back on all the calves harvested through the program. u A portion of the CMP calves have feed intake collected and records shared with the cooperators.

How does it work?

u ASA assigns all matings in a random fashion so that the test produces unbiased, accurate results. u ASA will work to provide bulls that fit the general criteria of your herd.

However ASA must use only bulls that are enrollled in the program. u At least two sires will be used per contemporary group and ASA likely will use several sires per contemporary group to provide better more accurate test results. u Only bulls with high calving ease EPDs are used on heifers.

Qualifications 1. All cows will be individually identified along with birth year and approximate breed makeup 2. Collect birth weights, calving ease scores, and weaning weights on CMP sired calves 3. Beneficial but not required — have a current AI program established 4. Must commit to collecting carcass data Contact Jackie Atkins or Jannine Story for more information at 406-587-4531.

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AJSA Member Wins National Essay Contest Grace Erickson, AJSA member and high school student from Bolivar, MO, recently won an essay competition sponsored by BEEF magazine. The contest was hosted by Jered Decker, author of the blog “A Steak in Genomics,” and sponsored by BEEF magazine, Zoetis, and GeneSeek.

Beef genetics extension specialists, breed association staff, and trade publication staff judged the essays. The winning essay was recently published in one of BEEF magazine’s online newsletters.

The 2nd through 5th place essays were published on “A Steak in Genomics,” and cash prizes were awarded to the top five essay contest winners.

Listed below are ten questions designed to test your knowledge of the beef industry.

Elite: 9-10 correct; Superior: 7-8; Excellent: 5-6; Fair: 3-4; Poor: 1-2.

1. Name the artery that carries blood to the lungs.

2. Name the Colorado State University animal scientist who is regarded as the world’s leading authority on cattle behavior.

Grace Erikson

Ruskamp New Beef Board Chairman Beef producer Joan Ruskamp from Dodge, NE, was elected by Cattlemen’s Beef Board (CBB) members to serve as CBB Chairman in 2018. The vote came during the 2018 Cattle Industry Annual Convention in Phoenix, AZ. Ruskamp, originally from Grand Island, has an associate’s degree in veterinary medicine from Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture. Ruskamp, and her husband, Steve, run a growing cattle and custom feeding feedlot operation.

3. Why would a larger animal have a slower heart beat than a smaller one?

Joan Ruskamp

4. What magazine was the predecessor of the Register as the official publication of the American Simmental Association?

ASA Staff Supports Needy Students During their annual staff holiday dinner, ASA and staff continued their tradition of fundraising for a worthy charity. This year, the designated charity was in support of homeless students at local high schools.

Through an enjoyable, often-raucous auction of donated items that ranged from homemade jewelry to food baskets to use of a mountain cabin, staff members stepped up to raise a total of $7,042. The funds are used to provide meals, clothing and other items for students. ◆

5. What is the name for rhythmic muscular contraction which occur in the digestive tract?

6. At what age do beef bulls normally reach maturity?

7. What would be the horned phenotype of a bull which is heterozygous for the polled trait?

8. Where are the testicles for a cryptorchid bull?

9. If a bull is heterozygeous for the polled trait and is mated to cows also heterozygous for polled, what portion of their offspring would you expect to be polled?

10. What was the first name given to Simmental-Brahman cross cattle?

Answers:

1.Pulmonary; 2.Dr. Temple Grandin; 3.Smaller animals have a higher rate of metabolism; 4.Simmental Shield; 5. Peristalis; 6. Nine to twelve months; 7. Polled; 8. Abdominal Cavity; 9. 75%; 10. Brahmantal.

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BEEF BUSINESS FDA Recall Process Too Slow

HSUS Sues USDA

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is working to speed up its initiation of food recalls after an Office of Inspector General (OIG) audit found that the agency’s current protocol can be too slow and put consumers at risk.

OIG reviewed documents from a sample of 30 voluntary food recalls initiated from October 1, 2012, to May 4, 2015, and concluded that the agency’s recall protocol has largely worked effectively; on average, voluntary recalls are initiated within four calendar days of when the problem is discovered, but admitted there was room for improvement.

The Humane Society of the United States has filed a suit against the USDA over the agency’s decision not to address animal handling standards as part of its Organic Livestock Rule, according to court documents.

The USDA delayed for a third time the implementation of its Organic Livestock and Poultry Practices rule. Saying it lacked statutory authority to regulate how animals were treated. The agency also noted a material error in the rule’s calculations of its benefits.

USDA Scrutinizes 30 Years of Labeling A new report from USDA’s Economic Research Service (ERS) evaluates the impact of federally verified organic and nutrition labels as well as the proliferation of voluntary label claims such as “natural” that have emerged in recent years.

Several case studies are highlighted in the 90-page study, including one that looks at Perdue and Tyson’s “raised without antibiotics” label claims and another examining the country of origin (COOL) for beef and pork.

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Restaurant Industry Optimistic Restaurant operators are becoming increasingly confident about business conditions based on the latest industry performance information. Restaurant operators have reported their strongest same-store sales performance since last June. In addition, nearly 50% of operators expect their sales to be higher in the next six months.

The Restaurant Performance Index, which tracks the health and outlook of the US restaurant and industry trends higher over the last quarter of 2017.

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More Meat to be Consumed US consumers will eat more meat in 2018 than ever according to recent USDA figures. The agency forecasts that the average consumer will eat a record 222.2 pounds of red meat and poultry in 2018, almost 10 ounces a day.

USDA projects that domestic production of red meat and poultry will top 100 billion pounds in 2018, another record.

The USDA projections come as alternative meats, plant-based proteins, make many “what’s hot” lists of 2018.

Although the grass-fed beef category remains small, sales have been growing relatively quickly. Whether that upward trajectory can continue is debatable since average prices are declining and growth is slowing significantly.

US Cattle on Feed up Cattle and calves on feed for the slaughter market in the US, for feedlots with capacity of 1,000 or more head, totalled 11.5 million head on December 1 — an increase of 8%.

Placements in feedlots during November totaled 2.10 million head, 14% above 2016.

Marketing of fed cattle during November totaled 1.84 million head, 3% above 2016.

Marketings were the highest for November since the series began in 1996. ◆

Meat Demand Still Strong The supply of red meat and poultry in cold storage in higher than a year ago but the drawdown in stocks during November suggests demand remains in good shape, according to the Daily Livestock Report.

The total supply of beef, pork, chicken, and turkey in cold storage at the end of November was 2.18 billion pounds, 4.9% higher than a year ago and 10.2% higher than the five-year-average; however, the drawdown in stocks during November was 10.7%, compared to 9.3% average of the last five years.

Beef Herd Expansion Slowing The beef cow inventory has been in expansion mode since 2015, with inventories on January 1, 2015, 2016, and 2017, increasing at rate 0.7%, 2.9%, and 3.5%. However, the pace of beef cow and heifer slaughter suggests that the rate of expansion may have slowed in 2017, USDA predicted in its latest Livestock Outlook report.

Beef cow slaughter through 2017 was 11% higher than the same period in 2016. Preliminary federally inspected beef cow slaughter in November has also been fairly strong and higher than November, 2016.

Grass-fed May Not Be Greener “Grass-fed” beef is believed to be more environmentally friendly by consumers (no feedlots), and even has a health component.

By contributing to the American Simmental Association’s Foundation in memory of a family member or respected friend, you will honor and preserve the memory of a special person while providing important funding toward long-term goals, such as education, research, scholarships and youth programs. And, like the memories you share of your loved one, this is a gift that will last in perpetuity.

Each gift will be acknowledged and contributions are tax-deductible.

Name of person to be remembered: ____________________________________________________________________ Acknowledge memorial gift receipt to: Name________________________________________________________________ Address ______________________________________________________________ City ____________________________ State __________ Zip ______________ Donor information: Name________________________________________________________________ Address ______________________________________________________________ City ____________________________ State __________ Zip ______________ Enclosed is my gift for (Please circle): $25 $50 $100 $200 Other $ ____________________________

Please mail form and donation to: ASA Foundation One Genetics Way Bozeman, MT 59718 March 2018

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CORPORATE REPORT Cargill Into Plant-based Protein

ROGER JACOBS Auctioneer P.O. Box 270 Shepherd, MT 59079 406-373-6124 Home 406-698-7686 Cell 406-373-7387 Fax auctions@jacobslivestock.com

Cargill announced it has signed a joint venture agreement with Puris, the largest North American producer of pea protein, increasing the agricultural giant’s footprint in the growing market for plant-based protein sources.

Cargill’s financial backing and market reach is projected to drive significant expansion of Puris’ operation globally.

The announcement comes just months after Cargill invested an undisclosed sum in Memphis Meats, a company that has developed beef, chicken, and duck protein from animal cells.

Cargill Expands Beef Grinding Capacity

JAMES M. BIRDWELL AUCTIONEER Box 521, Fletcher, OK 73541 580-549-6636 580-695-2352 Mobile 580-549-4636 Fax

Cargill Protein has announced investment of $4.2 million in its Columbia, SC, plant to expand grinding capabilities for beef customers across the eastern United States. The investment includes precision grinding equipment that assures consistent, high-quality ground beef products for customers, the company said.

Once installed, the equipment will expand production by 15%. The facility employs about 200 workers.

Restaurant Giant to Buy Steakhouse Chain

WILLIAMS Land & Cattle Auction Co. MIKE WILLIAMS, Auctioneer 18130 Brush Creek Road Higginsville, MO 64037 PH: 660-584-5210 • Cell: 816-797-5450 Email: mwauctions@ctcis.net

Brian Bouchard Ph: 403-946-4999 Cell: 403-813-7999 • Fax: 403-946-4919 info@bouchardlivestock.com • www.bouchardlivestock.com

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Cara Operations, the owner of Canadian restaurant brands, Swiss Chalet, Milestones, and 15 other chains, will acquire Keg Restaurants for $200 million, which operates upscale steakhouses on both sides of the US and Canada border.

The company plans to expand Keg Restaurants’ US presence to the Phoenix and Dallas areas. Additionally, Cara

Operations plans to change its name once the Keg deal closes in order to move away from its previous business providing airline food.

Tyson-Tonganoxie Incident Prompts Legislation Bills were introduced in the Kansas House and Senate that will require county-wide public votes on large-scale project proposals like the one Tyson Foods abandoned amid public opposition in Tonganoxie county.

In 2017, Tyson packed up its blueprints for a $320 million chicken plant and left Tonganoxie after local officials reversed initial support for the project, which would have provided 1,600 jobs.

Other Kansas communities reportedly expressed interest in welcoming Tyson, but the company ultimately chose a location in western Tennessee.

OSHA fines Koch Foods The US Labor Department’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has levied a fine of $209,000 against Koch Foods for what the agency described as “multiple safety and health violations”.

OSHA found the processor did not provide machine guarding at its Gainesville, FL, facility, opening employees up to amputation hazards. The company was also issued 14 citations for failure to provide fall protection, not identifying which employees were using hazardous energy control locks, and for failing to train employees exposed to noise hazards.

Distributor Pays $105.5 Million A federal judge in North Carolina has ordered the owners of a warehouse and distribution company to pay $105.5 million to Cargill Inc., after a jury found they fraudulently overcharged the agricultural giant.

Cargill accused the defendants of directing employees to mark up pricing on purchase order requests beyond what the parties had agreed upon, over a period of many years. Cargill contracted with the owners of WDS Inc. for warehousing and distribution of products including film, wrap, trays and spices provided by third-party vendors. u

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THE: BACK TO BASICS Information critical to membership involvement in Total Herd Enrollment.

By ASA staff:

THE: An Option for Everyone A common misconception is that Total Herd Enrollment (THE) has only one option; however, THE is the overall name of the program and within that program lies four enrollment choices. All four options have the same reporting requirements (see graph below), the only differences are the fees paid and when EPDs become available.

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Remember, every dam that is enrolled in THE, regardless of option must either have a calf reported for that calendar year or a productivity code explaining why she did not calve. If you participate in THE, you have the opportunity to achieve designation as a Performance Advocate, which is bestowed upon breeders who submit complete data on their calf crop (see graph below). Breeders who reach a score of 500 to 600 are annually recognized in the late fall SimTalk for their achievement and earn the privilege of using the Performance Advocate logo in their advertisements.

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first year $50 membership set up fee. This option fits herds where commercial producers are interested in receiving EPDs on all their females and herd sires, allowing for in-herd selection decisions. Group average EPDs are available on steers; no EPDs available on unregistered bull calves. If calf is registered, non-THE rates will apply. Commercial producers must also be willing/able to collect and submit individual data along with identifying a sire.

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PERSONNEL PROFILES This monthly series aims to personalize ASA’s staff and connect faces with names and responsibilities.

Marni Gaskill Marni Gaskill grew up in the rural community of Baker, Montana, and today is part of ASA’s processing team. She studied business administration at Montana State University, and started at ASA as an intern. A college mentor pointed Gaskill to the internship, which she immediately applied for and accepted.

This progressed into a full-time job, which she has now held for three years.

Gaskill branding calves.

Away from inputting Simmental breeder’s data, Gaskill stays busy working cattle and helping on her husband, Kenneth’s family ranch. They have a Blue Heeler, Border Collie mix dog named Salty, who keeps all of the small critters and cattle on the ranch in line.

Bert Moore Dr. Bert Moore is a passionate agriculturalist with a deep history in the cattle industry. He received a B.S. in Animal Science from Iowa State University before acquiring graduate degrees from North Dakota State University (NDSU).

He went on to teach at NDSU for over 40 years, conducting research and coaching the livestock judging team. After leaving NDSU, he served as the Executive Secretary of the American Shorthorn Association for five years.

Four years ago, Dr. Wade Shafer called Moore to ask if he would be interested in serving as an Association representative, which he accepted, and later transitioned to serving as the State Association Liaison. Moore originally worked with Simmental cattle in the early 1970s at NDSU. He and his wife, Millie, have a 75-acre farm, which Moore dedicates his free time to. He has a daughter, Angi, and grandson, Cole.

Moore used to run marathons competitively, completing 13 in total including the Boston Marathon.

Emme Troendle

Troendle with her first mule deer buck.

Emme Troendle began working at ASA three years ago, starting in customer service and data processing. She later transitioned part of her time to the ASA Publication, Inc. Today, she works half-time with Jannine Story on THE commercial options, and half-time in editorial and proofing. She grew up in Oregon and Washington before moving to Belgrade, Montana, during high school.

She graduated from Montana State University with a degree

in English, and later completed a graduate certificate in publishing at the University of Denver.

Troendle owns a small jewelry business, Rocking Moon Jewelry, which she spends her weekends running. She also likes spending her time reading, working cows with her dad, hunting and fishing. She enjoys swing dancing to live music and when she has time, gives lessons.

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FLECKVIEH FORUM

By Brandy Jordan, FSFF Coordinator Through the years, as phenotypic expressions changed, dedicated Simmental breeders stayed true to form, function and production. Performance, genetic diversity and productivity within diverse environments and management scenarios have catapulted Simmental cattle to the top of the industry.

Likewise, foundation Fleckvieh Simmental breeders have steadfastly focused on the improvement of production traits.

Modern Fullblood Fleckvieh Simmental cattle demonstrate both strong maternal and powerful paternal/terminal traits. They are highly environmentally adaptable, docile and moderate framed.

Fleckvieh Simmental cattle are flourishing. Opportunities to utilize genetics, involve youth, and ultimately fulfill the desired market share of breed identity are enormous.

Speaking of youth, we want to take a minute to recognize and thank our FSFF junior members. The FSFF held its first ever FSFF junior photo contest in October 2017, and the quality entries submitted did not disappoint. A panel of three judges selected the Grand and Reserve place entries in the “FB Simmental/Fleckvieh Cattle” and “Farm Life” divisions, and a “People’s Choice” award was presented to the photo receiving the highest number of votes from those in attendance at the FSFF Annual Meeting. Congratulations to Blake Ballard, Adreanna Barrett, Bailey Carper, and Hannah Carper for their winning entries.

Winning photos and details can be found in the 2018 FSFF Membership Directory. In November, we had a great group of youth exhibitors participate in the three FSFF shows at the North American International Livestock Expo (NAILE) in Louisville, KY. These kiddos worked hard and displayed an exceptional group of heifers in the FSFF junior Challenge Cup. Many thanks to each of you as well as to your parents, grandparents and/or mentors for working so hard and taking the time to attend the shows.

The Fullblood Simmental Fleckvieh Federation (FSFF) operates as a non-profit marketing organization to promote Fleckvieh Simmental cattle worldwide to purebred and commercial producers. We are excited to share these new developments with you.

1. 2017 was a year of growth for the Federation. We welcomed 13 new FSFF members and reported an all-time high of 28 active FSFF junior members. Our members are located throughout Canada and the US as well as in Australia, Germany, and Mexico. A full listing can be found on the “Breeder Listing” page at www.fleckvieh.com.

2. 2018 FSFF membership renewals are due now. FSFF dues are $100 per calendar year, and FSFF junior dues are $15 per calendar year. Membership packets and a renewal form have been mailed to all current FSFF members. If you did not receive yours, please contact the office. You may also visit the Membership page of our website to apply or renew online.

3. NEW in 2018: a. Complimentary, one-year memberships will be offered to new, first-time buyers of Simmental Fleckvieh genetics. FSFF members should report qualifying customers to the FSFF office by phone or email. Please include the buyer’s name, address, phone number and email address. Complimentary members will be listed on the FSFF’s online Breeder Listing page and will be included in the next published FSFF Membership Directory. We look forward to growing the Federation in 2018, not only in numbers, but also in interest. b. FSFF members may now submit advertisements for frozen Fleckvieh Simmental genetics to be posted on the FSFF website. Email your “wanted” or “for sale” semen/embryo ads to

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info@fleckvieh.com. Provide all pertinent info detailing what you selling or looking for as well as a good contact phone number and/or email address. There is no cost to FSFF members for this service. c. We have FSFF t-shirts.

With two great designs and multiple color options, we have something for everyone. There are limited colors and sizes in stock. If we do not have what you’re looking for, the office will place additional orders as the minimum order quantity is met.

Contact the office at 855-353-2584 with questions or to request an order form. Orders may also be placed online at www.fleckvieh.com. T-shirts shipped within the USA are $15/each, and orders shipped internationally are $20/each.

4. As breeders, enthusiasts and agriculturists, we know youth are the future of our industry. The FSFF established the FSFF Junior Educational Scholarship fund in 2016 and planned to award its first ever $1,000 scholarship in November 2017. Regretfully, no applications were received. We now look forward to November 2018 when we hope to award at least one scholarship to an applicant who has been a FSFF junior member for at least the past two years and who is at least a senior in high school (or equivalent) during the 2018-2019 school year. The application lists all requirements and is available online at www.fleckvieh.com. The deadline to apply is September 1, 2018.

5. The Fred Schuetze Award was established to recognize breeders who have made a significant impact on the Fullblood Simmental Fleckvieh breed. Schuetze was instrumental in the creation of the FSFF and served as a long standing FSFF President.

His dedication to the breed is unwavering. Recipients of this award are equally appreciated for their contributions. Please call or email the office with your nomination for the 2018 Award today.

6. The FSFF proudly sponsors three shows each year at the North American International Livestock Expo (NAILE) in Louisville, KY. November 2017, was our best year yet with a record number of entries and stalls filled with quality Fleckvieh genetics. We enjoyed meeting everyone who stopped by the FSFF aisles and were hard pressed to keep the display booth stocked with our new 2018 FSFF Membership Directories. We are looking forward to celebrating the 10th Annual Pinnacle (open Fullblood) show in November 2018. This is an excellent opportunity for members to showcase Fleckvieh cattle, and we hope you will join us. a. Remember: cattle need only be 25% FleckviehSimmental in order to qualify for The Fleck Effect™ show at the NAILE. If you have Fleckvieh influenced cattle, bring them, and show us what you have. b. The North American Select Simmental Sale is held annually during the NAILE. This sale is well managed and widely advertised and accepts consignments of live lots, semen, embryos, and/or flushes.

We hope you are able to be a part of our upcoming events.

Please contact the office with any questions or concerns.

Fullblood Simmental Fleckvieh Federation (FSFF) PO Box 321, Cisco, TX 76437 Toll free: 855-353-2584 Email: info@fleckvieh.com www.fleckvieh.com

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NEW MEMBERS ALABAMA

IOWA

Hollow Hills Farm

Weston Rodgers

3368 260th St Williamsburg, IA 52361

360 Kelley Rd Phil Campbell, AL 35581

209 N M St Indianola, IA 50125

Art Ayers

9251 St Rt 138 Hillsboro, OH 45133

Ryan and Karla McCollom

903 S 19th St Estherville, IA 51334

Double L Cattle Company

Joe Coblentz

OHIO Prospect Cattle/Brad Clapp

ARKANSAS

22277 730th Ave Colo, IA 50056

Riverview Sim-Angus

Felty Miller

KANSAS

Beauvyne Farm

4809 Wind Fall Ave Riceville, IA 50466

Kounty Line Ranch

907 S Clayton Rd New Lebanon, OH 45345

2 Wingate Dr Little Rock, AR 72205

Hampton Genetics 19402 Davis Ford Rd Springdale, AR 72764

Bill Bayer

Clayton Duckworth 1589 S 700 E Franklin, IN 46131

Ashley Cook 6821 S Cowan Rd Muncie, IN 47302

Neal Family Farms 2182 Hasmer Hill Rd Osgood, IN 47037

12699 Bluegrass Ln Leavenworth, KS 66048

6779 189th St Albia, IA 52531

Flint Drake

INDIANA

8120 Butcher Knife Rd Roseville, OH 43777

9964 Four Sisters Ct Dubuque, IA 52003

Greg Messerschmidt 1219 273rd St State Center, IA 50247

DK Double S 1110 Herndon Rd Bagley, IA 50026

Pruess Cattle 697 Spicer Ave Clarence, IA 52216

OKLAHOMA KENTUCKY

Baker Cattle

Oak Alley Farm

3600 Novak Dr Mustang, OK 73064

661 B Tippett Rd Hanson, KY 42413

Martin Farms 5003 Normandy Rd Taylorsville, KY 40071

Kevin Harrison 101 South Barr Dover, OK 73734

Brazil Creek Cattle Company PO Box 602 Panama, OK 74951

MINNESOTA RR19 Ranch 37966 County Hwy 19 Bluffton, MN 56518

OREGON Six Stones SS 16340 Hwy 238 Grants Pass, OR 97527

MISSOURI Clint Hetherington 2812 State Hwy CC Crane, MO 65633

PENNSYLVANIA Bucks Harbor Farms 246 Humbert School Rd Rockwood, PA 15557

NEBRASKA Kildahl Cattle Company 5261 Rd 71 Potter, NE 69156

Steffen Angus 54635 Hwy 12 Crofton, NE 68730

TD Angus PO Box 1026 North Platte, NE 69103

SOUTH DAKOTA James & Rachel Morehouse 16387 420th Ave Clark, SD 57225

Tracy Burgod 13144 362nd Ave Ipswich, SD 57451

TENNESSEE NEW MEXICO

Beech Mile Farm

M5 Cattle

5912 Hillsboro Rd Nashville, TN 37215

19 CR 545 Espanola, NM 87532

TEXAS NEW YORK

Suchil Angus Ranch

Lazy Bar DD Ranch LLC

339 Lonestar Dr Odessa, TX 79766

5159 Telephone Rd Cincinnatus, NY 13040

VIRGINIA NORTH DAKOTA

Soldiers’ Hill Angus Farm

Wasem Red Angus

8459 March Wales Rd Warrenton, VA 20186

249 91 Ave SW Halliday, ND 58636

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Herdbook Services offers hands-on registration capabilities.

To help you plan, here are some items which may hold up registration for a length of time:

You enter the data, work through any errors, pay the fees; registration will be completed in minutes. No priority handling fee, no hold-ups (unless there are errors or payment is needed) and can be completed any time of the day or night.

1. DNA / Genetic Abnormalities / Parental Validation / AI Sire / ET Requirements: DNA Testing is a standard process without any options to expedite this service. a. Normal DNA Testing: 3-4 weeks for results.

Disqualification or resampling will take longer. b. DNA kit paperwork requests: 48-hour turnaround c. DNA kits mailed out daily d. Results uploaded daily as they become available from GeneSeek 2. Non-Compliance: Total Herd Enrollment breeders: there is a deadline each year where the previous year’s calf data or a reason why no calf data was reported must be submitted. You’ll be notified of the dams in your herd which need additional information when you go on-line to submit new registrations. Until this information is completed, no new data will be accepted.

3. Foundation Registration: Sires registered with other breed associations MUST be registered with ASA prior to registering progeny. Other breed dams may be registered with ASA as Foundation, but it is optional, not mandatory. Normal processing 10-12 business days (errorfree, payment received, DNA requirements completed).

4. Breeder Signature: The owner of the dam at the time of conception is required to sign as breeder. If the applicant and breeder are different, make sure you have breeder's signature on the calf's registration application or breeding information is supplied on the transfer of the dam. If it was sold with calf at side, make sure the seller has registered and transferred the calf to you.

5. Non-payment: Payment is required to complete registrations.

Interesting fact: 90.8% of the animal data is already submitted electronically through Herdbook Services!

Why the encouragement to go online and register the animal yourself?

1. To avoid the priority handling processing fee. This fee will increase to $50 starting March 1, but why pay this fee when you can go online and complete the work yourself?

2. Complete the registration online and if you need it mailed by FedEx or UPS send a request via email (simmental@simmgene.com) for special shipping. Note: there is a charge for shipping unless mailed by regular US Mail. Plan ahead and avoid those charges.

Need more encouragement to register online?

1. Normal processing (registration) on paper applications for SimGenetic animals (once received in the ASA office): 3-7 business days (error-free and payment received) depending on the time of year — holiday season could extend longer.

2. Mailing services: within three days of processing (registration) plus the length of time for the US Mail service.

The Customer Service Specialists are just a phone call away to assist you.

1. There are peak times and days where there are large volumes of calls (especially as it closes in on a deadline, you are not alone if you are one who waits until the last minute).

2. If you are unable to get through, feel comfortable leaving a voicemail. Our goal is to return calls as soon as possible, normally within 3-4 hours. If your question can be answered by email, send an email instead of a voice message to: simmental@simmgene.com

members@simmgene.com

for general questions or priority handling

for applying for membership or annual service fee questions

dna@simmgene.com

carcdata@simmgene.com

for DNA or kit requests

the@simmgene.com

for Carcass Merit Program (CMP) and Total Herd Enrollment (THE) (option C & D)

for Total Herd Enrollment (THE) (option A & B)

ultrasound@simmgene.com for ultrasound and barn sheets

Priority Handling Processing Service: ASA offers priority handling services if you are unable to complete your registration online. If the data is error-free and payment is received, normal turnaround time for registration is within two business days.

There is a priority handling processing fee $50 per animal.

Regular US Mail service is at no charge, however, other mailing services (i.e. FedEx, UPS or Express Mail) will incur additional charges.

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Walton – Berry Graduate Student Support Grant Purpose: To aid in the professional development, success, and experiences of young animal scientists at the regional and national level, by providing support for graduate study.

The recipient shall mentor a Masters or Ph.D. student in Animal Science.

The recipient mentor and student shall provide a report for publication in both SimTalk and the Register.

The Committee requests that faculty mentors apply for the grant to assist in planning and conducting research, as well as graduate student recruitment and travel.

The Committee will award funds to the top two qualifying programs: $5,000 to the top pick and $3,000 to the second choice.

This grant is available to all agriculture disciplines; however, focus will be on the genetic improvement of livestock.

Entry Deadline: April 15, with announcement by May 15.

To apply for this award: Faculty members must submit an application explaining the particular area of study and how these funds will be used. The application will include a description of the research, along with supporting documentation from the Department Administration.

This grant will be made payable as a gift to the research account of the selected faculty member.

Applications may be submitted electronically or in hard copy to the American Simmental Association One Genetics Way Bozeman, MT 59718 or simmental@simmgene.com

Entry Deadline: April 15

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SALE RESULTS Martin Farms Open House at The Farm Sale September 30, 2017 • Lyles, TN No. 3 5 2 23 14 3 1 51

Category Bulls Bred Cows Cow/Calf Pairs Bred Heifers Heifer Calves Genetic Lots Pick of ET Heifers Total Lots

Average $4,000 2,070 3,350 2,230 2,854 2,000 3,600 $2,547

High-Selling Lots: $5,000 – SimAngus™ Black Herd Bull, “MSR Great Plains,” s. by BPF Special Focus, sold to Running Springs Cattle Company, Nolensville. $4,500 – Fleckvieh Yearling Bull, “MF/WTR Polled Leo D18,” s. by JL Hugo, sold to Crescent Moon Farms, Amity, PA. $4,000 – PB SM Open Heifer, “MF Eileen,” s. by Mr NLC Avenue, sold to Jamie Fussell, Burns. $4,000 – Cow/Calf Pair, “MF Bedazzled,” s. by Longs Shear Pleasure, SimAngus Bull Calf, s. by EF Commando, sold to Running Springs Cattle Company, Nolensville. $3,700 – SimAngus Bred Heifer, “MF Orchid C43A,” s. by VAR Index, safe in caf to Hook’s Beacon, sold to Leegan Farms, McEwen. $3,600 – Pick of Vanilla Bean ET Heifers, “WEF Pistachio,” s. by MSR Great Plains, cons. by Water’s Edge Farm, Franklin, sold Running Springs Cattle Company, Nolensville.

Volume Buyers: Running Springs Cattle Company, Nolensville; W Ranch Black Simmentals, Bardstown, KY; and Williams Bros.

Simmental, Milan, MO.

$3,700 – Open Heifer, “LPR Enchanted,” s. by W/C Lock Down 206Z, cons. by Little Prairie Ranch, Eau Claire; sold to Brian Zimmerman, Osseo. $3,500 – Open Heifer, “Lilly,” s. by W/C No Remorse, cons. by Ed Beck, Cascade; sold to Elizabeth Zimmerman, Osseo. $3,225 – Embryos out of, “Miss CCF Sheza Babe,” s. by FBF1 Absolute, W/C Executive Order and W/C Relentless 32C, cons. by Double J Ranch, Medford; sold to Maggle Simmental Farms, Sturgeon Bay; and Gunn Simmentals, Pasadena, TX. $2,700 – Bred Heifer, “Maggle’s Elizabeth B4,” s. by CNS Dream On L186, cons. by Maggle Simmental Farms, Sturgeon Bay; sold to Ads County Road Haven, Reedsburg. $2,700 – Bred Heifer,”BLU Loving Tiffany,” s. by MCM Top Grade 018X, cons. by Maggle Simmental Farms, Sturgeon Bay; sold to Ads County Road Haven, Reedsburg.

Southeast Alabama Bull Test December 9, 2017 • New Brockton, AL Category SM Bulls SimAngus™ Bulls

Average $3,606 $3,020

Auctioneer: Chad Johnson, FL Auctioneer/Livestock Marketing: Luke Mobley, AL Sale Manager: Nicholson and McCart Comments: Also selling were Charolais Bulls at an average of $2,433 and Angus Bulls at an average of $2,600.

Pride of the Prairie Sale December 16, 2017 • Chandlerville, IL No. 8 48 16 10

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Category Bulls Bred Cows Bred Heifers Cow Calf Pairs Open Heifers Genetic Lots Steers Total Lots

Average $2,275 1,684 2,181 1,835 1,932 1,777 2,700 $1,883

Auctioneer: Shane Ryan, IL Sale Manager: Ruble Cattle Services, IA Sale Consultants: Dalton Lundy, Shane Ryan and Jared Ruter Ringmen: Bill Schermer, Midwest Beef Producer and Cody Crum, Livestock Plus Inc. Sale Committee: Craig Kaisand, Scott Kropt, Nate Moll and Bill Meyer

High-Selling Lots: $4,500 – Bred Heifer, “Maggle’s My Fair Jade,” s. by B C Lookout 7024, cons. by Maggle Simmental Farms, Sturgeon Bay, sold to Mitch Wolf, Lancaster. $4,200 – Bred Heifer, “Rising Honey D538,” s. by Deer Valley All In, cons. by Maggle Simmental Farms, Sturgeon Bay; sold to Brian Zimmerman, Osseo.

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Category Registered Bred Cows Bred Heifers Open Heifers Commerical Bred Cows Total Lots

Average $3,193 2,980 4,740 2,745 $3,441

Auctioneer: Jered Shipman, TX Sale Manager: Dwyer Cattle Services, IL Sale Host: Bar QH Simmentals Sale Staff: Shane Ryan, Chris Smith, Roger Holstrum and Dalton Lundy Representing Illinois Simmental Association: Dr. Paul Walker and Justin Adcock

High-Selling Lots: $14,000 – Bred Female, “WFR Rhonda D605,” s. by LLSF Uprising Z925, bred to Outlaw, cons. by Adcock Land and Livestock, sold to C-Mor Beef Farms, Champaign. $13,500 – Open Female, “Bar QH Revival E039,” s. by WS Revival, cons. by Bar QH Simmentals, sold to William Fogelson, Toulon. $11,500 – Open Female, “Bar QH Step Up E401,” s. by WS A Step Up X27, cons. by Bar QH Simmentals, sold to Tanner Foose, Laura. $10,200 – Open Female, “Bar QH Revival E270,” s. by WS Revival, cons.

by Bar QH Simmentals, sold to Walsh Simmentals, Hubbard, NE. $10,000 – Bred Female, “ALL Nicholette 606D,” s. by WAGR Driver 706T, bred to Outlaw, cons. by Adcock Land and Livestock, sold to Hartman Catte Company, Tecumseh, NE. $9,500 – Open Female, “Bar QH Revival E122,” s. by WS Revival, cons. by Bar QH Simmentals, sold to Colton Foose, Laura.

Volume Buyers: Jerry and Joy McBee, Clark, MO; and WA Faulkner, Bardstown, KY.

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Chan and Morgan Phillips talking over the offering with Bob Dwyer.

Repeat buyers Jerry and Joy McBee bought several top-quality females.

Youth show off the new Chart tank filled with semen that was auctioned off as a donation lot to kick off the Wild, Wild West sale.

(L-R): Ken Stewart, Southern Cattle; and Chad Cook, Bridle Bit Simmental; join new buyers Jaron & Kadee Van Beek, Hill Top Simmentals; and Doug Parke, DP Sales; after Hill Top successfully secured the spring service rights of Hook’s Black Hawk.

Jim Bloomberg bid on several lots and took home the top-selling bred cow.

Wild Wild West Simmental Sale January 16, 2018 • Brighton, CO No. 1 9 19 13 15 1 58 1

Category Bull’s Service Rights SM Bred Heifers SimGenetic Bred Heifers SM Open Heifers SimGenetic Open Heifers Flush Cattle Lots

Average $7,500 2,333 2,553 2,523 2,763 4,250 $2,681

Donation Lot – Tank Filled with Semen $2,500

Auctioneer: Tracy Harl, NE Sale Manager: DP Sales Management, LLC, KY Sale Staff: Andee Marston, Randy Rasby and Curtis Cox DVAuction: Becky Rennert Representing ASA: Susan Russell

High-Selling Lots: $7,500 – Service Rights to Bull, “Hook’s Black Hawk Spring,” cons by Bridle Bit Simmentals, sold to Hilltop Simmentals, SD. $4,600 – Open Female, “Bridle Bit Miss E715,” s. by CCR Cowboy Cut, cons. by Bridle Bit Simmentals, sold to Apex Cattle, NE. $4,500 – Open Female, “Bridle Bit Miss E713,” s. by J Bar J Nightride, cons. by Bridle Bit Simmentals, sold to River Lane Simmentals, NE. $4,000 – Open Female, “AHLB Eva 710E,” s. by AHLB Special Delivery, cons. by Ahlberg Cattle, sold to Black Tie Simmentals, ND. $4,000 – Open Female, “AHLB Esta 765E,” s. by BPS Structure 308A, cons. by Ahlberg Cattle, sold to Brian Starck, CO. $4,000 – Open Female, “AHLB Elsa 753E,” s. by AHLB Special Delivery, cons. by Ahlbert Catle, sold to Tim Gittlein, CO. $4,000 – Flush out of, “ASR Ms. Camille W967,” cons. by Altenburg Super Baldy Ranch, sold to Oval F Ranch, MO. $3,750 – Bred Female, “WCS Ms. Willie 6139D,” s. by WCS Mr. Millie 107Y, bred to W/C Executive 187D, cons. by Western Cattle Source, sold to Woodlawn Farm, GA. $3,750 – Bred Female, “WCS Ms. Graduate 600D,” s. by SDS Graduate 006X, bred to W/C Executive 187D, cons. by Western Cattle Source, sold to Buck Creek Ranch, OK. Consignors included: Ahlberg Cattle, Altenburg Super Baldy Ranch, Bridle Bit Simmentals, Far Out Ranch, Oval F Ranch and Western Cattle Source.

Hill Top Simmental’s Jaron & Kadee Van Beek, SD, foreground; Tyler Kreger, Tylertown Simmental, TN; and Keanna Smith, CO.

Ellie Woodward and her dad, John looking for a show heifer.

Ellingson Simmentals 18th Anniversary Performance Bull & Female Sale January 26, 2018 • Dahlen, ND No. 63 7 26 96

Category SM Yearling Bulls SM Bred Heifers SM Yearling Heifers Total Lots

Average $5,126 2,771 1,702 4,027

Auctioneer: Roger Jacobs, Shepard, MT Sale Representatives: Jeff Thomas, The Prairie Star; Luke Keller, Progressive Genetic Solutions; and Logan Hoffmann, DV Auction.

Representing ASA: Russ Danielson

High-Selling Lots: $15,000 – PB Bull, “Ellingson Joker E762,” s. by LFE The Riddler 323B, sold to Jim Neumiller, Sykeston. $12,500 – PB Bull, “Ellingson Dynamite E714,” s. by CCR Wide Range 9005A, sold to Jim Neumiller, Sykeston. $10,000 – SimAngus™ Bull, “Ellingson Riddler E734,” s. by LFE The Riddler 323B, sold to Terry Koeplin, Elgin. $9,750 – PB Bull, “Ellingson Riddler E766,” s. by LFE The Riddler 323B, sold to Rex Nelson, Batesland, SD. $9,500 – SimAngus Bull, “Ellingson Discovery E717,” s. by VAR Discovery 2240, sold to Jim Nuemiller, Sykesten. $9,000 – SimAngus Bull, “Ellingson United E768,” s. by W/C United 956Y, sold to Zac Teter, Beverly, West Virginia. $4,000 – PB Bred Heifer, “STR Diva D630,” s. by CDI Certified 11T, sold to Daniel Bartholomay, Sheldon. $3,000 – PB Open Yearling Heifer, “Ellingson Leggy E756” s. by TNT Bootlegger Z268, sold to Tyler Lyne, Snowflake, MB. Comments: The Ellingson Family offered buyers a quality set of yearling bulls and heifers on a brisk, frosty January day. The solid reputation of the Ellingson program for performance oriented cattle commanded steady buyer support from West Virgina to California.

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Tyler Lyne, Edmonton, AB, bought a high-selling open heifer.

Frosty view of the sale offering.

Jim Neumiller, Sykeston, purchased three top herd prospects.

(L-R) Auctioneer Roger Jacobs, ring man Jeff Thomas, owner Terry Ellingson and ASA Representative Russ Danielson at the conclusion of the sale.

39th Annual Forster Farms’ Simmental Production Sale January 27, 2018 • Smithfield, NE No. 69 48 30

Category SM and SimGenetics Yearling Bulls SM and SimGenetics Bred Heifers SM and SimGenetics Open Heifers

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Average $3,244 1,956 1,075 $2,381

Auctioneer: Tracy Harl, NE Marketing Reps: Midwest Messenger, Livestock Plus and DV Auction; Representing ASA: Susan S. Russell

High-Selling Lots: $7,250 – 3/4 SM, “FF Cowboy Cut E1018,” s. by CCR Cowboy Cut 5048Z, sold to Gene Goodenberg, McCook. $6,750 – 5/8 SM, “FF Graduate X631 E876,” s. by SDS Graduate 006X, sold to Steve Kopf, Lexington. $6,700 – 5/8 SM, “FF Master E1239,” s. by CCR 2018 Graduate 0043B, sold to Marc Gorecki, North Loup. – ASA# NA – 5/8 SM

Gene Goodenberger successfully bought the high-selling yearling bull.

Verlouis Forster checks his granddaughter’s clerk sheets after the sale.

Triangle J Ranch’s 28th Annual Bull Sale January, 28, 2018 • Miller, NE No. 164

Category Average SM and SimGenetics Yearling Bulls $4,454

Auctioneer: Tracy Harl, NE Sale Managers: Marty Ropp and Corey Wilkins, Allied Genetic Resources, Normal, IL Marketing Reprentatives: Matt Printz; Chris Beutler, Midwest Messenger; Randy Rasby, Livestock Plus; Stephen Russell, Kansas Stockman; and DV Auction Crew; Representing ASA: Susan S. Russell

High-Selling Lots: $19,000 – 1/2 SM 1/2 AN, s. by ACW Ironhide 395Y, sold to Matt Hadwiger, Riverdale. $16,000 – 1/2 SM 1/2 AN, s. by CCR Cowboy Cut 5048Z, sold to Jay Lee, Madrid. $15,000 – PB SM, s. by CCR Cowboy Cut 5048Z, sold to Luke Crumley and All Beef, Akron, CO. $12,000 – PB SM, s. by TJ Cowboy Up 529B, sold to Ronnie Smith, Denton, TX. Comments: Also selling were eight Angus Yearling Bulls at an average of $2,781.

Comments: With every family members actively helping, the Forster family extended hospitality to a large crowd. Sale lots were on display, then run through the ring. The day ended with drawings for Purina mineral tubs and a custom-made metal art piece.

Darlene & Verlouis Forster enjoy a laugh with potential buyers, as a full meal, topped off with Darlene’s homemade pie.

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Despite a biting breeze, customers thoroughly looked through the bull sale pens displayed on the ranch, established in 1887.

Tracy Harl shares a light moment with Annette and Darby Line before opening the auction.

Matt Lauer and Kevin Franzen, Gothenburg, NE, successfully bought several high-selling bull lots.

Mattingly Farm was able to buy yearling bulls at the 2018 Triangle J sale.

Alan Forster visits with customers prior to the sale.

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Prickly Pear Simmental Ranch’s Annual Bull Sale

WE GET VISITORS Recent visitors to the ASA headquarters.

February 3, 2018 • Helena, MT No. 78

Category Bulls

Average $4,429

Auctioneer: Roger Jacbos, MT Sale Representatives: John Goggins, Western Ag Reporter; Barry Ellis, Special Assignment Representing ASA: Rachel Endecott

High-Selling Lots: $7,500 – “PPSR Blackhawk 28E,” s. by Hook’s Black Hawk 50B, sold to Rob Brattain, Great Falls. $7,500 – “PPSR Blackhawk 18E,” s. by Hooks’ Black Hawk 50B, sold to Bignell Ranch Company, Helmville. $7,250 – “PPSR Blazer 58E,” s. by Ellingson Blazer X37, sold to Sheep Coulee Ranch, Big Sandy. $6,750 – “PPSR King 154E,” s. by PPSR Montana King 81Y, sold to Brad Dorvall, Bridger. $6,250 – “PPSR Blackhawk 54E,” s. by Hook’s Black Hawk 50B, sold to Sheep Coulee Ranch, Big Sandy.

Grace and William Burns, Hampton, NH, dropped by the ASA headquarters recently, and received a tour from ASA’s Youth Director, Rachel Endecott (left). Their grandson is an active participant in AJSA Classics. u

Customers settling up at the end of the sale.

38th Annual Gateway Simmental and Lucky Cross “Breeding Value” Bull Sale February 5, 2018 • Lewistown, MT No. 225

Category Bulls

$13,000 – “GW 322E,” s. by GW Premium Beef 021TS, sold to Sam Ortman, Wolf Point. $12,000 – “GW 421E” s. by GW Premium Beef 021TS, sold to Ralph Huntley & Sons, Wisdom. $9,500 – “GW 494E,” s. by GW Marshall 756A, sold to Deerfield Colony, Lewistown.

Average $5,575

Auctioneer: Jim Birdwell, Fletcher, OK Sale Manager: Allied Genetic Resources, Normal, IL Sale Representatives: Dan Deichmann, Deichmann Livestock; John Goggins, Western Ag Reporter; Devin Murnin, Western Livestock Journal; Jeff Thomas, The Prairie Star; and John Henry Beardley, Superior Productions.

Representing ASA: Rachel Endecott

High-Selling Lots: $18,000 – “GW 312E,” s. by GW Breakthru 045C, sold to Bar CK Cattle, Culver City, OR. $14,500 – “GW 590E,” s. by GW Movin On 183C, sold to All Beef, SRF Simmental, Berthold, ND; and Southern Cattle Company, Marianna, FL.

Buyers were well-prepared for the cold and snowy weather while evaluating the Gateway offering.

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ASA FEE SCHEDULE DNA Services

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Genomic Tests: *GGP-HD (Required for AI sires/donor dams) . . . . . . . . . $90 *GGP-LD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $50 GGP-uLD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $33

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Add-on . . . . . . Free . . . . . . . $9 . . . . . . . NA . . . . . . $19 . . . . . . Free

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**Subject to additional research fees in the case of exclusions or multi-sire groups

THE Enrollment Fall 2018 THE Enrollment (dams calve July 1-December 31) — Early enrollment open April 15 through June 15, 2018.

Late enrollment available until August 1, 2018.

Spring 2019 THE Enrollment (dams calve January 1-June 30) — Early enrollment open October 15 through December 15, 2018.

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A member who has dropped out of THE and wishes to return, may do so for the next enrollment season. Re-enrollment fee is $35 per animal (maximum of $350) plus enrollment fees. Non-THE registration fees will apply to the calendar year when a member did not participate in THE.

American Simmental Association Fees First Time Membership Fee: Adult First Time Membership Fee* . . . . . . . . . . . $160 (Includes: $50 set-up fee and $110 ASF)

Junior First Time Membership Fee*. . . . . . . . . . . . $ 50 Prefix Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $10 *After January 1: $105 for Adults and $25 for Juniors

Annual Service Fee (ASF): Adult Membership . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $110 Junior Membership . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $50 Multiple Memberships at the same address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $160 Fiscal year runs from July 1 – June 30

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Transfer Fees: First Transfer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . No Charge Subsequent Transfers Within 60 calendar days of sale . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $10 Over 60 calendar days after sale . . . . . . . . . . . . . $30

Additional Transactions: Priority Processing (not including shipping or mailing) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 50

Corrections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $5

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Registration Fees not enrolled in THE: Non-THE <10 months . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $42 Non-THE ≥10 months <15 months . . . . . . . . . . . . $52 Non-THE ≥15 months . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $62

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Brink Simmentals’ Private Treaty Bull Sale — Elkader, IA JMB Angus/Rains Simmental’s Bull Sale — Sharon Springs, KS Keller Broken Heart Ranch Sale — Mandan, ND (pg. 51) 60th Tifton Bull Test Sale — Irwinville, GA Diamond Bar S Sale — Great Falls, MT Eichacker Simmentals’ Annual Bull Sale — Salem, SD (pg. 47) KSU Annual Legacy Sale — Manhattan, KS Cason's Pride & Joy Bull Sale — Russell, IA Kentucky Beef Expo — Louisville, KY Trinity Farms’ Generation of Excellence Sale — Ellensburg, WA (pg. 51) Walsh Simmental Bull Sale, Hubbard, NE Gateway Genetics’ Bull Sale — Pierce, NE Gold Bullion Group’s 16th Annual Sale, Manhattan, KS March Madness @ Windy Ridge — www.dponlinesales.com Dikeman and Huninghake Simmental and Angus Bull Sale — Wamego, KS Doll Simmental Ranch’s 38th Annual Production Sale — Mandan, ND Open 8 Genetics Sale — Charlo, MT Janssen Farms’ Scalebuster Bull Sale — Dunlap, IA (pg. 65) Prime 360 Beef Bull Sale — Groton, SD Cattleman’s Kind Bull Sale — San Saba, TX Kearns Cattle Company’s 29th Annual Bull Sale — Rushville, NE Schmig Simmental Ranch’s 35th Annual Production Sale — Stockholm, SD Volk Livestock’s Genetic Option Event — West Point, NE 16th Annual Carcass Performance Partners Bull Sale — Lucedale, MS Great Lakes Beef Connection Bull Sale — Clare, MI Tennessee Beef Agribition — Lebanon, TN Yardley Cattle Company’s 45th Annual Bull Sale — Beaver, UT Gonsior Simmental Production Sale — Fullerton, NE Cline Cattle Co. Spring Bull Sale — Manhattan, KS Clear Vision Online Sale — www.georigiasimmental.com Mertens Power Plus — Milbank, SD R.A. Brown Ranch’s 3rd Annual Spring Bull Sale — Throckmorton, TX The Ultra Czech-Mate Bull Sale — Innisfail, SK 3C Christensen/NLC Simmental Ranch’s Annual Production Sale — Wessington, SD (pg. 47) Marshall and Fenner Farms and Murphy Cattle Company’s Bull and Female Sale — Marshall Junction, MO Sunflower Genetics’ Annual Production Sale — Maple Hill, KS (pg. 55) Altenburg Super Baldy Ranch’s Annual Bull Sale — Fort Collins, CO Dickinson Ranch‘s Annual Production Sale — Gorham, KS (pg. 55) Eastern Spring Sale — Columbus, OH Lechleiter Simmentals’ 30th Annual Bull Sale — Loma, CO Red Hill Farms’ “More Than a Bull XIII” Bull and Female Sale, Lafayette, TN Rockin H Simmental Production Sale — Canby, MN Bridle Bit Simmentals’ 4th Annual All Terrain Bull Sale — Walsh, CO JS Simmentals Online Sale — www.dponlinesales.com 16th Annual Schrader Ranch Bull Sale — Wells, KS Family Matters Online Sale — www.dponlinesales.com Open Gate Ranch Bull Sale — Simms, MT TSN Simmental’s Bull Sale — Platte, SD Drake Cattle Co Bull Sale — Centerville, IA Vertical Edge Genetics’ “Bulls in Bancroft” Production Sale, Bancroft, ID R&R Genetics Bull and Heifer Sale, Tremonton, UT T-Heart Ranch’s Annual Bull Sale — La Garita, CO Campbell Simmental’s Bull Sale — Ignacio, CO Wisconsin Simmental Association’s Spring Spectacular Sale — Lancaster, WI Diamond H Ranch’s Annual Production Sale — LaCrosse, KS Kansas Bull Test Sale — Beloit, KS Hilbrands Cattle Co.’s Spring Production Sale — Clara City, MN (pg. 19) Spring into Excellence Simmental Sale — Pennsylvania Furnace, PA The Clear Choice Bull Sale — Milan, IN Wildberry Farms’ Production Sale — Hanover, IL (pg. 29)

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Gengenbach Cattle Company’s Private Treaty Sale — Grant, NE The Right Kind Sale — Richmond, IN Midland Bull Test Sale — Columbus, MT CK Bar Ranch/Kammer Livestock Bull Sale — Saint Onge, SD Southeast Elite Female Sale — Perry, GA South Dakota State University Bull Sale — Brookings, SD Bulls of the Bluegrass — Mt. Sterling, KY McDonald Farms’ 15th Annual “Pick of the Pen” Bull Sale — Blacksburg, VA Southeast All Black Classic — Greenwood, FL The Gathering at Shoal Creek — Excelsior Springs, MO (pg. 21) WBIA 61st Annual Performance Selected Bull Sale — Platteville, WI Nelson Livestock Company’s Production Sale — Wibaux, MT Trennepohl Farms’ “Back to the Farm” Bull Sale — Zanesville, OH (pg. 67) Brant Farms’ Genetic Balance Sale — Hinckley, MN (pgs. 23, 65) Choctaw County Land and Cattle Sale — Boswell, OK New Day Gentics Elite Bull and Female Sale — Osceola, MO Shenadoah’s Shining Stars Spring Sale — Quicksburg, VA Southeast All Black Classic and Southern Cattle Company Angus Production Sale — Marianna, FL (pgs. 27, 95) Northern Plains Simmentals’ Bull Sale — Rugby, ND The TF Top 10 Sale — Middletown, IN (pg. 67) Cowboy Logic Female Sale — Talmo, GA Virginia Beef Expo — Harrisonburg, VA 2nd Annual Southwest Showcase Sale — Crockett, TX Owen Bros. Diamonds & Spurs SimGenetic Sale — Bois d’ Arc, MO (pg. 25) Heartland Performance with Class Bull Sale — Waverly, IA

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Nelson Simmental and SimAngus Bull Sale — Glasgow, MT SNESA’s 7th Annual All Breed Sale — Springfield, MA Stars and Stripes Sale — Gettsyburg, PA Timberland Cattle’s Black Angus and SimAngus™ Female Auction — Vernon, AL (pg. 65) 4th Annual Spring Turnout Sale — Seward, NE

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North Central Regional Classic — Springfield, IL South Central Regional Classic — Fayetteville, AR Eastern Regional Classic — West Springfield, MA Western Regional Classic — Yreka, CA

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AJSA National Classic — St. Paul, MN

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NC Fall Harvest Sale — Union Grove, NC Silver Towne Farms’ 32nd Annual Production Sale — Winchester, IN Field of Dreams Production Sale — Hope, IN Family Matters Sale — Auburn, KY Gonsalves Ranch Bulls Eye Breeders Angus & Sim Angus™ Bull Sale — Modesto, CA Head of the Class Sale, Louisburg, KS LRW Simmental’s Genetic Harvest Sale — Janesville, WI Beef Solutions Bull Sale, Ione, CA Ferguson Show Cattle’s Production Sale, Chardon, OH (pgs. 72-73)

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Belles of the Bluegrass — Campbellsburg, KY Buckeye’s Finest Sale — Belle Center, OH Krieger Farms’ Annual Sale — Universal, IN (pg. 49) Wisconsin Simmental’s Midwest Fall Roundup — Lancaster, WI New Direction Sale — Seward, NE (pg. 63) Ladies of the Valley Sale — West Point, NE (pg. 63) ◆

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AD INDEX 3C Christensen Ranch . . . . . . . . . 47 ABS® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1, 47 Accelerated Genetics®. . . . . . . . . . 7 Ahlberg Cattle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . BC Alabama Simmental Breeders . . . 65 Allied Genetic Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11, 27, 29, 59, 95 Altenburg Super Baldy Ranch, LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65, BC American Junior Simmental Association. . . . . 31, 83 American Live Stock Inc. . . . . . . . 74 American Simmental Association . . . . . . . . . . . 6, 66, 67, 70, 84, 91 American SimmentalSimbrah Foundation . . . . . . 16, 71 Anderson Cattle Co. . . . . . . . . . . 19 ART-JEN Simmental Farm . . . . . . 61 ASA 50th Anniversary . . . . . FC, 66 ASA DNA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 ASA Performance Advocate . . . . 49 ASA Science Blog . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 B & R Simmentals . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 B&B Simmental Cattle . . . . . . . . . 47 Bar 5 Simmental Stock Farms Ltd.. 65 Bar CK Cattle Company . . . . . . . 55 Bar QH Simmentals. . . . . . . . . . . 35 Bata Bros. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Begger’s Diamond V . . . . . . . . . . 49 Benda Simmentals, Jim . . . . . . . . 47 Bessler Inc, James F. . . . . . . . . . . 74 Bichler Simmentals . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Big K Cattle Company . . . . . . . . . 69 Birdwell, James M., Auctioneer . . 75 Bois d’Arc Land & Cattle Co. . . . . 49 Bouchard Livestock International . 75 Bovine Elite, LLC . . . . . . . . . . 13, 74 Brant Farms . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23, 65 Bridle Bit Simmentals. . . . . . . . . . BC Brink Fleckvieh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Brooks Simmental Ranch . . . . . . . 55 Bulls of the Big Sky . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Buzzard Hollow Ranch . . . . . . . . 61 C&C Farms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 California Breeders . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Canada Simmental Breeders . . . . 65 Canadian Simmental Country Magazine . . . . . . . . . . 74 Carcass Merit Program (CMP). . . . . . . . . . . 55, 59, 61, 67 Cattle Visions . . . . . . 17, 35, 69, 74, . . . . . . . . . . . 80, 81, 93, 100, IBC CattleMax Software . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Circle 3 Genetics . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Classifieds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Clear Water Simmentals . . . . . . . 49 Cloud Cattle Co. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Clover Valley Simmentals. . . . . . . 49 Colorado Simmental Breeders . . . 65 Conover, Al, Auctioneer & Sale Management . . . . . . . . . 75 Cooperator Herds Wanted . . . . . 67 Cow Camp Ranch. . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Dakota Xpress . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Diamonds & Spurs . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Diamond H Ranch . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Diamond M Cattle Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79, 80, 81

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Dickinson Simmental and Angus Ranch . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Dixson Farms, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Dorran, Steve, Auctioneer . . . . . . 75 Double J Farms. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Double M Simmentals . . . . . . . . . 49 Double R Cattle Company . . . 21, 25 Eberspacher Enterprises, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19, 21, 23, 25 Ediger Simmental . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Eichacker Simmentals . . . . . . . . . 47 Ekstrum Simmentals . . . . . . . . . . 47 Elk County Simmentals . . . . . . . . 61 Ellingson Simmentals. . . . . . . . . . 51 Fall Focus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Feeder Profit Calculator™ . . . . . . . . . . . 7, 55, 57, 61, 65, 68 Felt Farms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Ferguson Show Cattle . . . 55, 72, 73 Filegonia Cattle Company . . . . . . 49 Flittie Simmental . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Forster Farms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Gathering, The . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 GENEX™. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Gengenbach Cattle Company . . . 63 Gerdes Show Cattle . . . . . . . . . . 25 GGP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 921 Gibbs Farms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Gold Bullion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Golden Oak Simmentals . . . . . . . 25 Grass-Lunning Simmentals. . . . . . 65 Haley Farms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Harker Simmentals . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Harl, Tracy Auction Company . . . 74 Harriman Santa Fe . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Hart Simmentals . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Hartman Cattle Co. . . . . . . . . . . . 93 HBE Simmentals . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 High Prairie Genetics . . . . . . . . . 81 High-Bred Simmental . . . . . . . . . 55 Hilbrands Cattle Company. . . . . . 19 Hofmann Simmental Farms . . . . . 55 Hopewell Views Simmentals. . . . . 51 Illinois Simmental Breeders . . . . . 51 Indiana Simmental Breeders . . . . 49 Iowa Simmental Breeders . . . . . . 65 J & C Simmentals . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Jacobs, Roger, Auctioneer . . . . . . 75 Janssen Farms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Jass Simmentals . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Jensen Simmentals . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Jones Show Cattle . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Jones, Mike . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27, 95 JR Simmentals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 JS Simmentals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 Kaelberer Simmentals . . . . . . . . . 51 Kansas Simmental Breeders . . . . . 55 Kaser Brothers Simmental . . . . . . 55 Kearns Cattle Company. . . . . . . . . 7 Keller Broken Heart Ranch . . . . . . 51 Kenner Simmentals . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Kentucky Simmental Breeders. . . . 61 Kitzerow Cattle Company . . . . . . 65 Knezek Simmental Simbrah Ranch . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Koch Cattle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Kreis, Ron, Auctioneer. . . . . . . . . 75

Krieger Farms. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Lassle Ranch Simmentals . . . . . . . 49 Lehrman Family Simmentals. . . . . 47 Little Creek Farm . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 LiveAuctions.TV. . . . . 19, 21, 23, 25 Livestock Services . . . . . . . . . 74, 75 Lone Tree Simmentals . . . . . . . . . 25 Low Density DNA . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 Lucas Cattle Company . . . . . . 63, 92 Marple Farms. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Martin Farms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Matthews Simmental . . . . . . . . . . 25 Mel Boehland Cattle Co. . . . . . . . 19 Midwest Sires . . . . . . . . . . . . 80, 81 Miller Simmentals . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Miller, Bruce, Auctioneer . . . . . . . 74 Minnesota Simmental Breeders . . 65 Missing Rail Simmentals . . . . . . . 55 Missouri Simmental Breeders . . . . 63 Mitchell Lake Ranch . . . . . . . . . . 61 Montana Simmental Breeders . . . 49 Monte Christo Ranch & Investments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Morrison, Myra Neal . . . . . . . . . 61 National Classic . . . . . . . . . . 31, 83 Nebraska Simmental Breeders . . . 63 Neogen® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Nichols Cryo-Genectics, Inc. . . . . 35 NLC Simmental Ranch. . . . . . . . . 47 North American Fullblood Breeders . . . . . . . . . . 61 North Carolina Simmental Breeders. . . . . . . . . . 61 North Dakota Simmental Breeders 51 Oak Meadow Farms . . . . . . . . . . 65 Ohio Simmental Breeders . . . . . . 55 Oklahoma Simmental Breeders . . 47 Oregon Simmental Breeders . . . . 55 ORIgen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59, 74 Oval F Ranch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . BC Owen Brothers Cattle Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25, 69 Passion for Perfection . . . . . . . . . 19 Pearson Cattle Co. . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Pine Ridge Ranch, LLC . . . . . . 49, 94 Polzin Cattle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 Prairie Cattle Co. . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Prickly Pear Simmental Ranch . . . 49 PrimeTime Agri Marketing Network . . . . . . . . . . 15 Priority Handling . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 Quandt Brothers (QBVJT) . . . . . . 51 R&R Cattle Company. . . . . . . . . . 47 RatLiff Cattle Company . . . . . . . . 61 Reavis Farms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Red River Farms . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Regional Classics . . . . . . . . . 31, 83 Rhodes Angus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Ridgway Cattle Company . . . . . . 57 Rincker Simmental . . . . . . . . . . . 51 River Creek Farms. . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Rolling Hills Farms . . . . . . . . . . . 55 RS&T Simmentals . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Rust Mountain View Ranch . . . . . 51 Sales Call. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Sandy Acres Simmental. . . . . . . . 63 Sargeant Farms . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

Secondino, Krieger, Jame . . . . . . 74 SEK Genetics/Genetic Horizons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80, 81 Select Sires®, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Sexed Ultra 4M™ . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 Sherwood Cattle Co.. . . . . . . . . . 19 Shipman, Jered, Auctioneer. . . . . 74 Shoal Creek Land & Cattle, LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21, 63 Silver Towne Farms . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 SimGenetics Profit Through Science . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 SK Cattle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Slate Farms & Cattle Company. . . 61 Sloup Simmentals . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Smith Genetics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 South Dakota Simmental Breeders . . . . . . . . . 47 Southeast All Black Classic. . . 27, 95 Southern Cattle Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . IFC , 27, 95 Springer Simmental . . . . . . . . . . 65 Stanley Martins Farms. . . . . . . . . . 4 Stavick Simmental. . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Steaks Alive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 STgenetics® . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49, 99 Stock Options . . . . . . . . . . . . 79, 80 Sullivan Supply. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Sunflower Genetics . . . . . . . . . . . 55 T Bar T . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 T-Heart Ranch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Tennessee Simmental Breeders . . . 61 Texas Simmental & Simbrah Breeders . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Thomas Ranch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Timberland Cattle . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Tingle Farms. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Top Sires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80, 81 Total Herd Enrollment (THE) . . . . . 47, 49, 55, 61, 63, 65 Traxinger Simmental . . . . . . . . . . 47 tReg Blog . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Trennepohl Family Farms . . . . 15, 49 Triangle J Ranch . . . . . . . . . . . 7, 63 Trinity Farms. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Triple Z Simmental . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Turner Farms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 UltraInsights Processing Lab Inc. . . 74 Updyke Simmentals. . . . . . . . . . . 47 Vest Lane Farms . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 VJT Ranch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Volk Livestock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Washington Simmental Breeders . 51 Wayward Hill Farms . . . . . . . . . . 97 Werning Cattle Company . . . . . . 17 Western Cattle Source . . . . . . 63, BC Wild, Wild West Bunch . . . . . . . . BC Wildberry Farms . . . . . . . . . 29, 51 Wilkinson Farms Simmentals . . . . 51 Williams Land & Cattle Auction Co. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 Williams, Steve. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 Willis Simmentals . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Zeis Simmentals . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

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NAILE Champ!

Card Uproar 49Y

CAJS Blaze of Glory 42B

WS A Step Up X27

Mr. Hoc Broker C623

By Mr. NLC Upgrade EPDs: CE: 5 $API: 113 $TI: 80

By WLE Uno Mas X549 EPDs: CE: 13 $API: 120 $TI: 73

By SS Ebony’s Grandmaster EPDs: CE: 7 $API: 107 $TI: 63

By Steel Force EPDs: CE: -6 $API: 64 $TI: 53

AR, NAILE & NWSS Champ!

SSC Shell Shocked 44B

GCC CM Stockbroker B005

Fitz POL Blazon B1203

S&S Sweet Dreams 507C

By Remington Secret Weapon 185 EPDs: CE: 12 $API: 115 $TI: 61

By Mr Hoc Broker – SimAngusTM EPDs: CE: 6 $API: 102 $TI: 61

By PRS Blazin Hot W192 EPDs: CE: 11 $API: 113 $TI: 75

By CNS Dream On L186 EPDs: CE: 12 $API: 116 $TI: 64

SimAngusTM

CSCX Bandwagon 513A

W/C Bullseye 3046A

Kappes Big Ticket C521

W/C Lock Down 206Z

By TJSC Optimus Prime EPDs: CE: 6 $API: 121 $TI: 73

By Lock N Load 54U EPDs: CE: 17 $API: 131 $TI: 69

By Lock N Load 54U EPDs: CE: 9 $API: 116 $TI: 70

By Lock N Load EPDs: CE: 19 $API: 147 $TI: 79

SimAngusTM

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SimAngusTM

SimAngusTM

GCC Whizard 125W

CCR Flint Hills 2092B

W/C United 956Y

WLTR Renegade 40U ET

By SVF Steel Force S701 EPDs: CE: 10 $API: 91 $TI: 55

By CCR Frontier 0053Z EPDs: CE: 15 $API: 146 $TI: 87

By TNT Tuition EPDs: CE: 11 $API: 145 $TI: 92

By 3C Macho M450 BZ EPDs: CE: 6 $API: 118 $TI: 74

STF Rock Solid 033C

CNS Pays To Dream T759

CLO Captain America 704Y

Circle M Tejas 107Z

By CDI Rimrock 325Z EPDs: CE: 11 $API: 109 $TI: 69

By CNS Dream On L186 EPDs: CE: 11 $API: 135 $TI: 70

By CNS Pays to Dream T759 EPDs: CE: 14 $API: 107 $TI: 64

By BC Lookout 7024 EPDs: CE: 19 $API: 112 $TI: 58

3/4 SimAngus

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Angus

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TJSC 152A “Vindication”

WS Stepping Stone B44

Silveiras Style 9303

SP The Answer 813

By Flying B Cut Above EPDs: CE: 4 $API: 93 $TI: 58

By W/C Lock Down EPDs: CE: 11 $API: 125 $TI: 73

By Gambles Hot Rod EPDs: CE: 18 $API: 134 $TI: 65

By SAV Final Answer 0035 EPDs: CE: 20 $API: 126 $TI: 69

EPDs as of 1.2.18

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W/C Tribute 84C

LLSF Pays To Believe ZU194 K-LER Make It Rain 696S

STF Royal Affair Z44M

By Yardley Utah EPDs: CE: 6 $API: 130 $TI: 75

By CNS Pays To Dream T759 EPDs: CE: 6 $API: 130 $TI: 75

By Lock N Load EPDs: CE: 7 $API: 107 $TI: 57

By Foundation 724N EPDs: CE: -8 $API: 89 $TI: 54

LLSF Addiction AY792

Long’s Damien A37

CDI Executive Power 280D HPF Tradecraft D010

By Top Grade EPDs: CE: 7 $API: 111 $TI: 67

By Hooks Shear Force 38K EPDs: CE: 9 $API: 145 $TI: 87

By W/C Executive Order EPDs: CE: 13 $API: 157 $TI: 86

SimAngusTM

By JF Milestone 999W EPDs: CE: 8 $API: 111 $TI: 73

SimAngusTM

FBF1 Combustible Y34

LLSF Uprising Z925

CCR Anchor 9071B

SS/PRS Tail Gater 621Z

By Steel Force EPDs: CE: 10 $API: 98 $TI: 61

By Heads Up 20X ET EPDs: CE: 4 $API: 102 $TI: 78

By CCR Cowboy Cut 5048Z EPDs: CE: 21 $API: 164 $TI: 84

By HTP/SVF Duracell T52 EPDs: CE: 10 $API: 116 $TI: 75

W/C Grandstand 6B

W/C Catchin A Dream 27X

HPF Rockstar B332

WAGR Dream Catcher 03R

By W/C Wide Track 694Y EPDs: CE: 11 $API: 125 $TI: 66

By Dream Catcher EPDs: CE: 10 $API: 125 $TI: 68

By JF Milestone 999W EPDs: CE: 6 $API: 112 $TI: 79

By Dream On EPDs: CE: 13 $API: 132 $TI: 73

3/4 SimAngusTM

GLS/JRB Cash Flow 163C

Long’s Stand Alone B35

Yardley Top Notch C371

HILB Maverick A43

By LLSF Pays to Believe ZU194 EPDs: CE: 6 $API: 113 $TI: 69

By Built Right EPDs: CE: 9 $API: 107 $TI: 59

By Sandeen Upper Class 2386 EPDs: CE: 9 $API: 125 $TI: 68

By GLS New Direction X148 EPDs: CE: 4 $API: 101 $TI: 58

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Rousey Gold Strike 512C

WLTR Nashville 22A ET

SAS Big Bruzer Y131

By Hooks Trinity 9T EPDs: CE: 20 $API: 152 $TI: 87

By High Voltage EPDs: CE: 11 $API: 116 $TI: 65

By King of the Yukon (outcross) EPDs: CE: 11 $API: 121 $TI: 63

EPDs as of 1.2.18

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Andy Azcarraga, CO Apex Cattle, NE Brandon Ehling, KS Braydon Cull, MO Brian Starck, CO Bridle Bit Simmentals, CO Bryce Hill, CO Buck Creek Ranch, IN Chad Ruda, CO Curt Ackerman, NE Dale and Merrilee Baker, CO DP Sales Management, LLC, KY Ethan Rhodus, MO Hannon Black Simmental, IN HBE Simmentals, MO Hilltop Simmentals, SD Jerrid Brisendine, CO

Jess Dinkau, WY Joel Porsch, IA Katelyn Fritsche, NE Keanna Smith, CO Kevin and Kathleen Huser, KS M&H Cattle Co., CO Merry Meadows Simmentals, MO Mike Hansberger, CO Mill Iron M Ranch, CO Oval F Ranch, MO Rains Simmental, KS Reflected R Ranch, CO River Lane Simmentals, NE Strommen Simmentals, ND Tim Gittlein, CO Woodlawn Farm, GA Woodward Hi Altitude Cattle, CO

Altenburg Super Baldy Ranch Willie & Sharon Altenburg Fort Collins, Colorado 970-481-2570

Bridle Bit Simmentals Erroll, Chad, Brent & Brad Cook Walsh, Colorado 719-324-5542

Ahlberg Cattle Rod, Vicky & Cashley Ahlberg Longmont, Colorado 303-776-2342

Western Cattle Source Jock & Brenda Beeson 100 Wohlers Rd Crawford, Nebraska 308-665-1111

Oval F Ranch Don & Marilyn Fischer Winston, Missouri 816-392-8771 Matt & Andrea Fischer St. Joseph, Missouri 816-383-0630 And Special Guest Consignors!