The voice of the American Hereford Association | May/June 2025
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Every so often a young bull comes along with the total body dimension that helps ranchers and breeders take a big step forward. 456 is that bull! He is unique with his body depth and width. Plus he is a calving ease bull with very high individual performance.
He is loaded with eye appeal! 456 will be used heavily here at Churchill this spring.
Semen packs are available now for breeding this spring.
All the 456 owners are very excited about him! Other owners are Cooper Hereford, Buford Ranch and Colyer Herefords.
CHB Sires of Distinction
1,379 Bulls Honored
The Certified Hereford Beef® Sire of Distinction (CHBS) program recognizes bulls in the Hereford breed excelling in bottom-line profit potential in the feedlot and on the rail.
10 | Performance Matters Knowledge is Power Serve your customers by learning how your genetics perform.
12 | What’s New?
Association News and Events
8 | Board Action Spring AHA Board Meeting
Certified Hereford Beef® has delivered consistent, premium flavor and tenderness to customers for 30 years. COLUMNS
The American Hereford Association Board of Directors met April 7-8 in Kansas City, Mo.
Deadlines for Board election delegate nominations, Hereford Seedstock Academy, Hall of Fame/Hall of Merit and more.
16 | Member Service The Power of Technology MyHerd helps AHA members manage their registered herd and Association business from anywhere.
18 | CHB Bites CHB Turns 30
Stockyards and Steaks; Bald Faces and Bucking Bulls
and the American
Consumer preference for meat shines brightly. — by Wes Ishmael
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Wide Open Spaces
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Celebrate Summer with Beef World’s Perspective
by Sydnee Shive
Grilling season kicks off with the first days of summer.
The high temperature in Kansas City, Mo., March 10 was 72 degrees — the warmest since Oct. 30, 2024, according to the National Weather Service. I suppose that about sums up the long winter the Midwest experienced. However, the signs of spring and the upcoming summer season are showing — the grass is getting greener, the days are getting longer and the weather is getting warmer. Calving has wrapped up for many producers, and spring sales are winding down.
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With the arrival of spring and summer, it’s also more common to fire up the grill. Already, when walking around my neighborhood, there’s a clear, dramatic increase in grills on patios. And beef remains a popular protein choice for consumers.
According to the most recent Beef Industry Review and Consumer Insights (BIRCI) from the industry’s Beef Checkoff-funded research program, fresh beef retail sales eclipsed $40 billion last year and represented more than 55% of all fresh meat sales.
In terms of dollars, beef occupies a majority of the retail fresh meat sales and has one of the largest shares in terms of volume sales, per the BIRCI, with fresh ground beef encompassing half of beef sales in volume at the retail meat case and 36% of dollar sales.
Furthermore, 2025 marks the 30th anniversary of Certified Hereford Beef® (CHB). Established in 1995, CHB is a unique premium branded beef program that draws in consumers with a consistent, flavorful and tender product.
Hereford producers have worked hard over the past 30 years to improve the breed’s carcass quality and increase demand for Certified Hereford Beef. Consumers can see it on their plates, and breeders can see it in the ever-
increasing quality grades on the rail and the high demand for Hereford and Hereford-influenced feeder cattle.
Consumer demand for beef remains strong, even amidst economic uncertainty. Do not forget to speak with your dollars too, and serve Certified Hereford Beef at your sales, events and upcoming summer gatherings.
In this issue
The May/June issue of Hereford World annually celebrates Certified Hereford Beef. This year’s CHB Sires of Distinction list can be found on Page 32 — almost 1,400 bulls made the list. All must be in the top 25% for the Certified Hereford Beef (CHB$) profit index and have a minimum accuracy level of 25% for both ribeye area (REA) and marbling (MARB) expected progeny differences (EPDs). The program recognizes bulls in the Hereford breed excelling in bottom-line profit potential in the feedlot and on the rail. All bulls have the opportunity, but only a small percentage qualifies for this honor.
Domestic meat sales reached a record high of $104.6 billion last year, and pounds sold climbed 2.3% year over year, according to the 20th annual Power of Meat report. The full report is featured on Page 28.
The 26th annual VitaFerm® Junior National Hereford Expo (JNHE) is quickly approaching. A preview of this year’s JNHE, “Live from Louisville,” July 12-18 in Louisville, Ky., begins on Page 51. This includes the schedule and bios for this year’s judges, along with information about two new events in 2025, including the National Junior Hereford Association Meet-Up –Powered by Sure Champ® and the oral reasons contest.
Sydnee Shive is the managing editor of Hereford World. She can be reached at
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AHA BOARD OF DIRECTORS
President Chad Breeding, Miami, Texas
Vice president
Austin Snedden, Maricopa, Calif. Directors
Term expires 2025
Lou Ellen Harr, Jeromesville, Ohio
Travis McConnaughy, Wasola, Mo.
Term expires 2026
Jim Coley, Lafayette, Tenn.
Hampton Cornelius, LaSalle, Colo.
Term expires 2027
Jerry Delaney, Lake Benton, Minn.
Cindy Pribil, Hennessey, Okla.
Scott Sullivan, Grannis, Ark.
Term expires 2028
Danny Fawcett, Ree Heights, S.D. Grant McKay, Marysville, Kan. Jim Williams, Kearney, Neb.
ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF
Executive vice president
Jack Ward, jward@hereford.org
Chief operating officer and director of breed improvement
Shane Bedwell, sbedwell@hereford.org
Chief financial officer
Leslie Mathews, lmathews@hereford.org
Director of records department
Stacy Sanders, ssanders@hereford.org
Director of youth activities and foundation
Amy Cowan, acowan@hereford.org
National shows coordinator and youth activities assistant
Bailey Clanton, bclanton@hereford.org
Associate director of youth marketing and education
Chloé Durian, cdurian@hereford.org
Education and information services coordinator and records supervisor
Laura Kouba, lkouba@hereford.org
Director of communications and digital content
Taylor Belle Matheny, tmatheny@hereford.org
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Office assistant and event coordinator
Emily Wood, ewood@hereford.org
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Consumers Drive Cattle Dollars Breed Focus
by Jack Ward
Celebrate Beef Month with Certified Hereford Beef®
Money paid by consumers for beef at the cash register can seem a long way from the checks producers receive for calves, stockers and fed cattle, but consumer beef purchases ultimately determine how many dollars are available to distribute between industry sectors. Historically high retail beef prices enable today’s historically high cattle prices.
Declining cattle supplies certainly add fuel to the price of live cattle. This year began with 27.9 million beef cows, according to USDA’s Cattle report. That was 1.2 million head fewer (-4.1%) than the recent cyclical low in 2014. It was 3.8 million head fewer (-11.9%) than the recent peak in 2019, and the smallest beef cow herd in 64 years, according to Derrell Peel, Oklahoma State University Extension livestock marketing specialist, in his earlyJanuary marketing comments.
U.S. cattle producers have the opportunity to rebuild the herd with renewed focus on efficiency advantages stemming from maternal heterosis. Judging by Hereford bull sales this spring, more U.S. commercial cattle producers are adding the breed’s genetic advantages to their herds or expanding their use. These advantages include fertility, feed efficiency and longevity — overall production efficiency — along with docility.
When it comes to beef tonnage, though, it’s important to keep in mind cattle feeders’ ability to churn out relatively more beef per head fed with longer feeding periods. The year-to-date estimated total cattle slaughter of 31 million head at the end of last year was 1.2 million fewer than the same time a year earlier (-3.7%); yet the estimated beef production of 26.4 billion pounds was just 169.1 million pounds less (-0.6%), according to the USDA.
Quality leads
Of course, consumers want more than beef. Demand trends over time underscore consumers’ preference for the reliability and eating satisfaction
that comes from carcasses grading USDA Choice and higher. As the average quality grade of U.S. fed cattle increases, consumers demand more and are willing to pay more.
Randy Blach, CattleFax executive vice president, encouraged those attending the CattleFax Outlook Seminar in February to remember where we came from — decades of continued erosion of consumer beef demand before the industry focused on quality.
“Continued improvements in quality and meeting consumer expectations with a safe, nutritious product and a consistently good eating experience have had tremendous impacts on moving the needle for this industry,” Blach explained. “We’re moving in the right direction, and we need to keep paying attention to that signal.”
Providing consumers the quality they desire and are willing to pay for is why Certified Hereford Beef® (CHB) only accepts Herefordinfluenced carcasses that grade Choice and higher. This year marks CHB’s 30th anniversary. Food safety and best practices are the ante for acceptance. The latter is helped immeasurably by the industry’s standardized Beef Quality Assurance program.
As you entertain your friends and family in May — Beef Month — and over the Memorial Day holiday, be sure to include CHB. Let them enjoy the taste and tenderness of a product backed by producers who are wholly committed to producing this safe, nutritious and reliably high-quality eating experience.
While you’re at it, remind folks beef does more than taste delicious. As an essential part of a healthy diet, beef is an unmatched protein source, providing 10 essential nutrients, including B-vitamins, zinc and iron, which support an active and healthy lifestyle. The nutrients in beef provide our bodies with the strength to thrive throughout all stages of life.
Light those grills.
Jack Ward is the executive vice president of the American Hereford Association. He can be reached at jward@hereford.org.
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Spring AHA Board Meeting Board Action
The American Hereford Association Board of Directors met April 7-8 in Kansas City, Mo
Commercial programs
The staff gave an update on the Hereford Feedout Programs, Hereford-influenced feeder calf and commercial female sales, and the Certified Hereford Beef® (CHB) affidavit program.
Member service
Staff shared that there will be two fewer voting delegates for the 2025 Board election.
The nominating committee presented the following 2025 American Hereford Association (AHA) Board candidates: Chris Beck, Nevada; Bryan Blinson, North Carolina; Ross Carlson, Minnesota; Joe Ellis, Illinois; Joe Dan Ledbetter, Texas; and Ryan McGuffee, Mississippi.
The Board voted unanimously to ratify the election process.
Breed improvement
The Board received an update on the current University of Illinois and AgNext/Colorado State University research projects.
Staff also shared potential opportunities surrounding DNA testing.
CHB
The Board reviewed CHB financials and voted unanimously to invest in an additional employee.
The Board also requested that a strategic planning committee be organized to develop a short-term and long-term CHB strategic plan.
Finance/audit
UMB portfolio managers provided the Board an update on current market strategies and investment policies for the AHA reserve account and the Hereford Legacy Fund.
The Board voted unanimously to direct the AHA staff to begin negotiating the renewal of the current office lease agreement.
Marketing/communications
Staff updated the Board about digital and social media analytics, the national advertising campaign schedule, potential auction market promotion and World Hereford Conference progress.
The Board discussed breeder cooperative advertising opportunities and asked the staff to create video material that could be co-branded by AHA members and used to expand regional exposure.
Staff provided data and options for a marketing campaign aimed at sharing the value of Hereford genetics with commercial cow-calf producers in the Southeast.
The Board voted unanimously to support a Southeast marketing campaign.
Hereford Publications Inc. (HPI)
The Board received an update on current financials, field staff, advertising sales, the editorial calendar, social media and the agenda for the HPI strategic planning meeting.
Show and sale
The Board voted unanimously to recognize the 2025 American Royal as a Level 1 National Show.
The Board voted unanimously to host the 2026 National Hereford Sale at Cattlemen’s Congress alongside the 2026 Level 1 National Show.
The Board suggested that the cow-calf division be moved to the end of the female show at each national show, as the champion and reserve champion cow-calf pairs will compete for the overall female grand championship, starting with the 2025-26 national shows.
Junior/Hereford Youth Foundation of America
The Board received an update on current and ongoing National Junior Hereford Association activities. Staff reported that the VitaFerm® and Sullivan Supply agreements were updated. Staff also reported that fundraising was going well for the 2025 VitaFerm Junior National Hereford Expo.
Knowledge is Power Performance Matters
by Shane Bedwell
Serve your customers by learning how your genetics perform.
Congratulations to all the breeders of the Certified Hereford Beef® Sires of Distinction recipients. This list continues to grow and is filled with bulls offering multi-trait excellence. You will find this year’s list starting on Page 32 in this issue.
It is evident the industry will continue aiming for more carcass quality to meet consumer demand. As the industry increases the percentage of carcasses grading Choice and higher, consumers continue to demand even more despite historically high retail prices. These prices stem from the smallest beef cow herd in decades and ever-expanding consumer beef demand. Beef is clearly in the driver’s seat relative to the other proteins. Taste and quality differentiate beef as does the compelling story of its producers.
Along with the storied history of cattle producing families, there is no denying beef remains part of the solution to environmental concerns with the unique upcycling ability of cattle, carbon sequestration in the lands they roam and all the rest.
Speaking of which, the greenhouse gas emissions study being conducted at Olsen Ranches Inc. in Harrisburg, Neb., is yielding promising results. Early data suggests a heritability of 0.37 for enteric methane production. As more data is collected, we will analyze correlations between enteric greenhouse gas production and growth and carcass traits.
Hereford Feedout Programs drive knowledge
I am blown away by the energy and enthusiasm surrounding the Hereford Feedout Programs. There were more than 100 young people from coast to coast at the recent Fed Steer Shootout Field Day. They had the chance to see their cattle on feed at HRC Feed Yards LLC in Scott City, Kan., and learn more about the cattle feeding and beef packing sectors of our business.
My hat’s off to these young people for establishing a baseline for how their genetics perform in the feedlot and on the rail. Seedstock producers must understand the value points demanded by the industry and know how their genetics perform for the commercial producer, the cattle feeder and the packer. This knowledge is the bedrock of reputation seedstock production. All seedstock breeders should feed a pen of their own cattle or a pen of their customers’ cattle at least once.
Thanks to Lee and Katie Mayo, along with their HRC team, for the monumental effort they dedicate to this program. This is an unmatched opportunity, which should be leveraged by even more Hereford breeders.
Join us at BIF
With continued learning in mind, this year’s Beef Improvement Federation (BIF) Symposium is in Amarillo Texas, June 10-13. The program is jam-packed with industry-relevant topics. Hosted by West Texas A&M University, I’m sure we will enjoy some great hospitality, too. The early-bird deadline is May 9, so be sure to take advantage of the lower registration cost. You can find more information at BIFSymposium.com.
As always, keep them sound.
Shane Bedwell is the chief operating officer and director of breed improvement of the American Hereford Association. He can be reached at sbedwell@hereford.org.
What’s New?
Association News and Events
“What’s New?” is a column designed to keep you in the know about Hereford happenings. You can sign up for Hereford Headlines, an electronic newsletter distributed the first Friday of each month by the American Hereford Association (AHA) highlighting Hereford news and events. You can also receive the Bald Faced Bottom Line, a commercially-focused electronic newsletter sent the third Friday of each month. To subscribe to these free newsletters, send an email to outreach@hereford.org. Archived issues are posted at Hereford.org.
WATCH FOR DELEGATE NOMINATIONS
Postcards will be mailed to eligible American Hereford Association members on May 1 or via email (“noreply@ballot.com”) to members who opted for electronic participation. Replies must be postmarked or returned electronically by June 2.
Association news
Delegate nominations due June 2
Take part in the American Hereford Association (AHA) Board election process by nominating the active AHA member(s) from your state who will represent you in electing the next AHA Board members. Those eligible to serve as voting delegates are adult AHA members who have had at least one animal registered in the preceding calendar year where they were identified as the original owner of the animal. Keep in mind, eligible members can also nominate themselves to serve as a voting delegate. Nominations are due June 2. AHA members should have received information about how to nominate voting delegates by May 1.
Apply today for Hereford
Seedstock Academy
Applications are open for Hereford Seedstock Academy — the AHA’s elite leadership program. Selected participants will take a deep dive into the role of Hereford genetics in the current and future commercial cattle sector; adding value to Hereford cattle and enhancing client experience; value points in the cattle feeding sector; AHA breeder and commercial Hereford user tools and services; and the evolution of Certified Hereford Beef® (CHB). Over four intensive days, participants will gain insights from industry experts, build key connections and explore the tools shaping the Hereford breed. Complete the application online at Hereford.org by July 1.
Register for 2025 World Hereford Conference
The AHA looks forward to hosting the World Hereford Conference (WHC), accompanying tours and the Young Breeders Competition Oct. 23-26, in Kansas City, Mo. Find event details and registration information at WorldHerefordConference.com. The registration deadline is Sept. 1.
Breed improvement adopted changes and initiatives
The Board reviewed suggestions presented by the DNA policy task force (Dave Bielema, Sam Shaw, Mark Cooper, Mark Squires and Charlie Boyd) and unanimously supported the following:
1. In addition to AI sires, all embryo transfer (ET) donor dams and walking sires born after Jan. 1, 2026, will be required to have a genomic profile completed at the AHA official lab and be fully parent verified and tested for all recognized genetic conditions.
2. The Board voted unanimously to purge all DNA samples starting Jan. 1, 2026, after the requested testing is complete. For other accepted DNA policy changes, please see Hereford.org/ Hereford-Handbook.
DNA sample storage policy
The AHA Board of Directors voted unanimously during the fall Board meeting to purge, starting on Jan. 1, 2026, all DNA samples submitted to AHA’s official lab on or before
Dec. 31, 2024. The AHA Board has determined to offer members the opportunity to request a return of any sample that was submitted to the AHA official lab prior to Dec. 31, 2024. These requests must be made prior to Dec. 31, 2025, with the following understanding:
1. A member must submit a request for the DNA samples they would like to retrieve. Only samples that were originally submitted by a member will be returned.
2. The AHA does not guarantee a timeline for delivery of the samples after the request is made, and it is highly recommended that requests are only made on animals that are deceased and there is no other sample available, including semen.
3. The AHA does not guarantee that a sample can be found, or that there will be viable DNA available.
4. Please understand that DNA sample storage is different for each type of DNA (hair, blood card, tissue sample unit (TSU)).
5. A fee will be charged for each sample that is requested to be returned. This fee will be determined from time to time by the AHA Board. At this time, the fee that has been established by AHA’s Board is $10 per sample plus packaging and shipping costs.
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AHA election process
Each year three American Hereford Association (AHA) Directors retire from the Board and three new Directors are elected to succeed them.
The election procedure is a multi-step process.
1) Nomination of board candidates
The AHA Board of Directors executive committee selects a five-member nominating committee at-large. According to Section 3(a) of Article VI of the AHA Bylaws that were amended Oct. 29, 2015, the nominating committee shall nominate no less than three nor more than six candidates for election as Directors of the Association, each of whom shall be an active member or a representative of an active member at the time of nomination and shall submit the names of those candidates to delegates at the meeting of delegates. In addition, any delegate present in person may nominate any active member (including himself or herself) or any representative of an active member as a candidate for Director at the meeting of delegates.
2) Election of voting delegates
Each state elects voting delegates to attend the AHA Annual Membership Meeting in Kansas City, Mo., to vote on the slate of nominees. Each state is entitled to one delegate for every 750 Hereford registrations recorded from Jan. 1-Dec. 31, 2024. A state must have a minimum of 375 registrations to be entitled to one delegate. If the number of registrations exceeds 750 or any multiple thereof by 375 or more, the state will be entitled to an additional delegate or delegates. In addition, each state is allocated a delegate for the first 25 members and an additional delegate for every 100 members thereafter.
3) State election of voting delegates
On May 1, delegate nomination postcards are sent to eligible AHA members. Replies must be postmarked by June 2.
Each active member is asked to nominate one state candidate to be elected to serve as a delegate to the AHA Annual Membership Meeting. An active member is defined as a member that registered at least one animal in the calendar year preceding the year of the election.
In states where more nominations are received than voting delegates are allocated, a state delegate ballot will be sent to each active member to vote from a list of state nominees. Each active member will vote for the entitled number of state delegates.
Weighted votes
Each AHA member vote for their delegate will be weighted based on the number of registrations from the AHA member, as follows: Number of registrations Weighted votes 1-20 1 21-50 6 51-100 15 101-200 30 More than 200 60
Principle place of doing business
Each active member must vote in the state that is his or her principle place of doing Hereford business, i.e. ranch or farm address must be in the same state in which he or she is voting.
Election schedule
May 1 AHA mails delegate nomination postcards.
June 2 Delegate nominations are due.
June Delegate ballot will be sent out to each active member. Each active member will be asked to vote for the corresponding number of delegate candidates allocated to each state.
Aug. 1 All delegate ballots must be returned.
Oct. 1 Elected state delegates are announced.
Oct. 25 Election of Directors by the delegates will take place at the assembly of state delegates during the AHA Annual Membership Meeting in Kansas City, Mo.
Moving forward, any DNA sample submitted after Jan. 1, 2025, the testing lab, in agreement with the AHA, will use the submitted sample for the purpose of conducting the testing requested by the member. After the initial testing is complete, the AHA, in agreement with the AHA official DNA testing lab, will store the remaining DNA for any additional testing that is available at the lab for a period of one year. After one year, the sample will be subject to disposition. There is no guarantee by the AHA or the AHA official lab that there will be any additional or viable DNA available from the submitted sample. It is understood that, while the AHA’s agreement with its official testing lab requires the testing lab to store the remaining DNA sample for a period of one year, the AHA has no obligation or responsibility to do so or to make such remaining sample available to the member for subsequent testing or use.
Moving forward, the AHA would encourage any breeder to collect and store an additional sample if they deem necessary. Most frequently DNA types submitted and storage method:
1. Hair or blood cards. These types of samples can be stored in a dark, dry place at room temperature.
2. Semen — it can be thawed semen — but it is suggested to keep it frozen until a DNA test is needed.
3. TSUs can be stored (methods shared from Merck representative):
• The preferred method of storing is in a negative thaw cycle freezer, but they can be stored in a regular freezer.
• There has been success in storing them in a cool, dry place. Some have been stored this way for three years and are still viable.
• The biggest thing is to protect them from sunlight.
Sharing of ISAG/ICAR parentage markers
Starting Jan. 1, 2025, the AHA Board adopted a policy to share ISAG/ICAR reduced panel parentage markers through a request submitted to the AHA from a World Hereford Council member, other breed associations or any AHA member. A fee, determined
from time to time by the AHA Board of Directors, will be charged for any requests except for those from any World Hereford Council member. Currently, the fee for an AHA member is $10 for each animal requested.
Please contact AHA customer service with any questions or requests at 816-842-3757 or records@hereford.org.
Hall of Fame/Hall of Merit
nominations due May 5
Nominations for the AHA’s prestigious Hall of Fame and Hall of Merit are now open and due May 5. Deserving recipients for the 2025 induction will be honored at the AHA Annual Meeting and Conference in Kansas City in October.
The Hall of Fame honor recognizes Hereford breeders who have dynamically influenced the direction and advancement of the breed. The Hall of Merit commends individuals who have greatly influenced the cattle industry.
You may submit your nomination online by going to Hereford.org. You will find the nomination forms under the “About” tab. Contact Emily Wood at ewood@hereford.org or 816-842-3757 for more information about submitting your nomination.
Century and Golden Breeder nominations due June 1
Celebrating generational Hereford breeders is a highlight during the AHA Annual Meeting and Conference. The Century Breeder recognition honors families and operations in the Hereford business for 100 years. Golden Breeders recognizes those in the business for 50 years. You will find the nomination form at Hereford.org, along with a list of those previously recognized. For questions or more information, contact Emily Wood at ewood@hereford.org.
Industry news
Attend the 2025 BIF Research Symposium and Convention Registration is now open for the 2025 Beef Improvement Federation (BIF) Research Symposium and Convention that will be hosted June 10-13 in Amarillo, Texas. Participants can save $75 if they register by May 9.
Each year the BIF symposium draws a large group of leading seedstock and commercial beef
producers, academics and allied industry partners. The attendance list is a “who’s who” of the beef value chain, offering great networking opportunities and conversations about the issues of the day. Program topics focus on how the beef industry can enhance value through genetic improvement across a range of attributes that affect the value chain.
For registration and more symposium details, including hotel information, visit BIFSymposium.com.
Youth
Entries open for JNHE
Online entries opened in April for the 2025 VitaFerm® Junior National Hereford Expo (JNHE) July 12-18 in Louisville, Ky. Visit JrHereford.org to receive more information and enter online. Please note all entries must be completed online.
To accommodate the growing contests, JNHE participants must pay $5 to participate in showmanship and judging.
All showmanship and judging contestants must pre-enter by June 1 and pay the entry fee at that time. JNHE participants must be members of the National Junior Hereford Association (NJHA).
JNHE entry deadlines
The early-bird online entry deadline ($20 discount per entry) is May 15, and the final ownership and entry deadline is June 1. If you have questions about the online entry process or anything related to JNHE, contact Bailey Clanton at bclanton@hereford.org or Amy Cowan at acowan@hereford.org.
NJHA board applications open
Twelve outstanding Hereford juniors serve on the NJHA board of directors. Each year, four board members are elected to three-year terms at the annual membership meeting, which is held in conjunction with JNHE. During their term, directors develop and implement programs and events that serve junior Hereford members from across the nation. Candidate applications close June 1. Find more details at Hereford.org/youth/NJHA/board.
The Power of Technology Member Service
by Laura Kouba
With the rate that technology advances these days, sometimes it’s hard to keep up. Here are some helpful tips on the “ins” and “outs” of MyHerd, along with some helpful functions you might not know about.
Mobile MyHerd
Did you know MyHerd is mobile friendly? This means you can access MyHerd with your tablet or smartphone — not just from your computer. Simply go to your internet browser on your mobile device and navigate to the MyHerd login screen.
You’ll notice when using a smartphone, this screen will look a little different than it does when logging in on a computer. This is because MyHerd is scalable, so it adjusts to the size of any screen. Instead of having the menu tabs listed along the top of the screen, you will see a menu box at the top, right-hand corner that you can click to see your menu options. While the layout may look a little different because of the size of the phone screens, you still have all the options available as when logging in with your computer (see picture).
Pulling reports, making payments
Another convenient MyHerd feature is the ability to search for animals, their expected progeny differences (EPDs), pedigrees, etc., and then create and save these searches and lists of animals. Breeders can search by trait or EPD range, specific registration number, location of the animal and a plethora of other options. Keep in mind MyHerd also enables you to run your potential defects carrier report. To run this, hover over the “Jobs & Reports” menu tab, and then select “Submit A Job.” On the “Make a Report” screen, select “Potential Defect
Carriers” from the drop-down menu. The next screen allows you to run the report based on an inventory year, a calf crop year or a specific animal’s ID. Once the report is completed, you can view it by going to the “View Reports & CSV’s” option under the “Jobs & Reports” menu.
Of course, you can pay your American Hereford Association or Hereford Publications Inc. (HPI) invoice through MyHerd. Remember, if you are a MyHerd user, you will no longer receive packing slips or monthly statements in the mail. They will all be emailed once you are enrolled in MyHerd. This includes any work done by HPI as well.
To view or pay for your HPI bill, hover over the “Transactions” tab and select “Previous HPI
you any packing slips created for HPI work done. You may click on any of those packing slips to see specifically what work was done, and you can also pay for your HPI bill on this page.
Need a hand?
As always, if you are having problems navigating through MyHerd you can view the MyHerd Help pages, view our more than 20 step-by-step tutorials, or call customer service at 816-842-3757. To get signed up for MyHerd email your membership number to myherd@hereford.org.
Laura Kouba is the records supervisor and education and information services coordinator of the American Hereford Association. She can be reached at lkouba@hereford.org.
MyHerd might look a little different on your smartphone, but you still have all the same features as you do when you log in with your computer.
Bites
CHB Turns 30
“CHB Bites” is a column designed to keep you in-the-know about the Certified Hereford Beef® (CHB) program. To get involved with CHB on social media, search Certified Hereford Beef on Facebook and Pinterest, or @certifiedherefordbeef on Instagram.
Certified Hereford Beef® (CHB), established in 1995, was borne by breeder commitment and more than three years of research at Colorado State University, which underscored the reliable consistency and superior eating attributes of Hereford beef. Today, CHB offers food service and retailers a unique premium branded beef program that captures customers with consistent flavor and tenderness.
Celebrate three decades of Certified Hereford Beef with this trusted recipe.
Garden Grill Tri-Tip
A Certified Hereford Beef® tri-tip roast gets coated in a flavorful marinade and grilled along fresh vegetables in this flavorful recipe.
Packed with protein, it’s a can’t-miss summer roast!
1 small eggplant, cut crosswise into 1/2 inch thick slices
2 small red and/or yellow bell peppers, cut lengthwise into quarters
2 medium yellow squash and/or zucchini, cut lengthwise in half
1 cup grape tomatoes, cut in half
1/4 cup lightly packed chopped fresh basil
Salt and ground black pepper
Marinade
1/3 cup olive oil
1/3 cup dry white wine
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon minced garlic
Instructions
• Combine marinade ingredients in small bowl. Place beef roast and 1/3 cup marinade in food-safe plastic bag; turn roast to coat. Close bag securely and marinate in refrigerator 15 minutes to 2 hours, turning occasionally. Cover and reserve remaining marinade in refrigerator.
• Remove 1/4 cup of reserved marinade for ratatouille; set aside. Toss vegetables (except tomatoes) with remaining marinade.
• Remove roast from marinade; discard marinade. Place roast in center of grill over medium, ash-covered coals or over medium heat on preheated gas grill; arrange vegetables (except tomatoes) around roast. Grill roast, covered, 25 to 35 minutes for medium rare (145°F) to medium (160°F) doneness, turning occasionally. Grill eggplant and bell peppers 7 to 11 minutes; zucchini and yellow squash 8 to 12 minutes (on gas grill, eggplant 6 to 8 minutes; bell peppers, zucchini and yellow squash 7 to 11 minutes) or until tender, turning occasionally.
• Remove roast when instant-read thermometer registers 135°F for medium rare; 150°F for medium. Transfer roast to carving board; tent loosely with aluminum foil. Let stand 10 minutes. (Temperature will continue to rise about 10°F to reach 145°F for medium rare; 160°F for medium.)
• Meanwhile, cut grilled vegetables into 1-inch pieces. Combine vegetables, tomatoes, basil and reserved 1/4 cup marinade in large bowl; toss to coat. Carve roast diagonally across the grain into thin slices. Season roast and ratatouille with salt and black pepper, as desired. Serve roast with ratatouille.
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Three Years Well Spent Youth Movement
A Simple Goodbye
by Kaylee McInvale
“Success is no accident. It is hard work, perseverance, learning, studying, sacrifice and most of all, love of what you are doing or learning to do.”
-Pelé
Hard work has helped me accomplish everything I have done. I set goals and put my mind to it. Reflecting on my time with the National Junior Hereford Association (NJHA) board of directors, so many things, lessons, memories and experiences come to mind. When I first got onto the board, I immediately opened a Word document and started writing my retirement address. This might sound strange, as I
hadn’t been on the board long enough to be thinking about that. However, I wanted to be able to recount everything I did on the board and not dismiss any details or experiences I had during these last three years.
Chaos is a blessing
Honestly, I had no clue what I had signed up for until the week I spent living it during the 2022 VitaFerm
Chairman
Logan McFatridge, lrmcfatridge@gmail.com
Vice chairman
Haley Mouser, msfherefords@gmail.com
Communications chair
Salem Sifford, ssifford366@gmail.com
Membership chair
Lauren Gatz, lgatz@ksu.edu
Fundraising chair
Sam Birdsall, scb1230@hotmail.com
Leadership chair
Harlee Watson, harleewatson1@gmail.com
Directors
Emma Ballinger, ballingereg@icloud.com
Matt Bruns, mattbruns101@gmail.com
Sarah Beth Callicott, callicottsb@gmail.com
Kaylee McInvale, kayleemcinvale@gmail.com
Rylie Meinhardt, rjmeinhardt@gmail.com
Isaac Rhode, issaceb2021@gmail.com
Director of youth activities
Amy Cowan
816-842-3757, acowan@hereford.org JrHereford.org
Hereford Expo (JNHE) while running for a director position. I had always seen JNHE and the junior board’s work from an outside perspective, but that week gave me hands-on experience. At that time, it was hard for me to go with the flow, as everything in my mind followed a perfectly set time and path. As one of only four candidates, we were pulled in all directions. I had to learn, adapt and become quick on my feet. This opportunity shaped me as a person, and now, I am much more comfortable handling things thrown my way. Amid the chaos, I can say that the memories and the people make everything worthwhile.
Adapt and move forward
I am very goal-oriented and like to have everything follow a designated path. If there is a will, then there is a way. During my campaign, the flyers and things I had planned for delegates just didn’t work out; I had to adapt and keep going. The following summer, when I ran for a leadership position, I didn’t receive one. Then last summer, I ran a second time and didn’t receive one once again; I was crushed. This was not what I had imagined, and this wasn’t what I had planned. I realized that, once again, I was needed elsewhere for my team.
These past three years, I had to do a lot of realizing that the things I had set for my path required a few detours. I am grateful for the personal growth these adventures provided for me.
Sometimes, thank you is just not enough
The number of thank you cards I sent while on the junior board was astronomical. And one thing is for sure — a ‘thank you’ is never enough. The amount of support the NJHA receives is grand. The list of people who stand behind every one of us is huge. I cannot say thank you enough. Thank you to the state associations, and the members and advisors who continuously pushed us to do and be better.
Thank you to the associations and groups that helped provide scholastic opportunities to me. Thank you to the royalty program at the state and national level. My world wouldn’t be the same without the women who pushed and supported me throughout my National Hereford Queen and maroon jacket journey.
Kaylee McInvale, retiring NJHA director
Thank you to the American Hereford Association’s Jack Ward and Shane Bedwell for helping push the NJHA as well as providing opportunities for our junior members. Thank you to the Hereford Youth Foundation of America board.
I want to thank Gary and Kathy Buchholz for their unwavering support. From the time when I was just a little thing running around at the Texas State Hereford Show to my reign as the National Hereford Queen the Buchholz family tirelessly supported junior members, the JNHE and the NJHA board.
To Amy Cowan, Bailey Clanton and Chloé Durian: thank you. I cannot put into words the depth of my gratitude. Thank you to past and present board members for always pushing us. Last, but not least, thank you to my parents and my sister. None of this would be possible without you. Thank you for always helping me be the best I can be.
A Life-Changing Experience
by Isaac Rhode
Serving on the National Junior Hereford Association (NJHA) board of directors has been a life-changing experience for me. Over the past three years, I have traveled, met many people and had doors opened to new opportunities. I have organized contests, led workshops, written columns and been soaking wet at the bottom of a dunk tank. However, I have spent most of my time wearing a maroon jacket and working the showring at Hereford shows across the country.
Working the showring can be an exhausting job. My feet hurt at the end of every show, but with that pain comes a front-row seat to watching NJHA members grow, learn and achieve their goals. When a class enters the showring, I can always pick out the kids that will need extra help and encouragement. Sometimes their heifer won’t go. Sometimes their heifer won’t stop. Sometimes they just need to know that I have their back. I have watched small and shy 9- and 10-year-olds needing a helping hand in the showring grow into confident and capable teenagers that know how to present their animals to the judge. Seeing these juniors grow and develop on their journey has helped cultivate my growth, too. I have learned about myself, my strengths and weaknesses, and navigated my own journey out of the NJHA and into adulthood. I have been inspired by every kid I’ve helped in the showring to work hard, persevere and never quit until I reach my goals. I will forever be thankful to all the NJHA members who have helped me become a better version of myself than I was three short years ago.
Watching juniors grow outside the showring has been another rewarding experience for me. Between educational sessions at the Fed Steer Shootout to the Faces of Leadership conference, I have been amazed with the potential of our Hereford junior members and the leaders we are building every day. From the support our programs receive from the Hereford Youth Foundation of America to the breeders that support its mission and goals; both have been game-changing for our breed. Future beef industry leaders are being made in our programs, and I am confident that these members will make their mark in our industry.
members who have made the last three years the most fun anyone could ever have. Thank you to my fellow board members, past and present, for their teamwork and friendship. The lifelong relationships we have built are very special to me and always will be. Thank you to the parents, advisors and American Hereford Association staff that have guided me through my junior board years. Your wisdom, patience and love have given me strength at times when I needed it the most. The people I have met and lessons I have learned will stay with me as I continue my journey of life.
Isaac Rhode, retiring NJHA director
Investing in the Future Foundation’s Focus
by Lauren Gatz
For more than 25 years, the VitaFerm® Junior National Hereford Expo (JNHE) has been a summer highlight for Hereford youth. At the heart of the event is the Hereford Youth Foundation of America (HYFA), a driving force behind the opportunities available to junior members. Through scholarships, leadership development and fundraising, HYFA ensures that Hereford juniors have the resources they need to succeed in and out of the showring.
“HYFA was created to support Hereford youth in all aspects of their development,” says Bruce Everhart, HYFA board member. “From scholarships to leadership training, we are committed to providing opportunities that make a lasting impact.”
The four pillars of HYFA HYFA’s mission is built on four key pillars: scholarship, education, leadership and research. These pillars shape the foundation’s efforts to empower Hereford youth, ensuring they have the tools and opportunities to grow both personally and professionally.
“When you talk about the four pillars of HYFA, the strength comes from the fact that they are all pretty equally represented,” Everhart says. “They all have different purposes but are still very important in terms of their impact on advancing the Hereford breed.”
Through scholarship programs, educational initiatives and leadership training, HYFA continues to provide avenues for junior members to gain valuable experience and support. While research remains a broader aspect of the foundation’s work, its primary focus at JNHE revolves around creating a community while investing in youth through financial assistance and leadership development.
Building lifelong leadership
While the showring is at the center of the JNHE, the purpose of the event extends far beyond the backdrop. HYFA prioritizes leadership development, ensuring juniors gain the skills needed to excel in the agricultural industry and beyond. Through various leadership-focused events and activities at the JNHE, young people engage in teamwork, decision-making and industry networking. Throughout the week, they develop valuable skills that will serve them well into the future.
“Leadership doesn’t just come from being on the junior board; it happens through every aspect of JNHE,” Everhart says. “These young people are learning responsibility, communication and how to present themselves in a professional way.”
Education is another key pillar of HYFA’s mission, and that commitment is evident in various opportunities at JNHE. From Bridging the Gap to the speech and Future Professionals contests, JNHE helps National Junior Hereford Association members prepare for their future.
Additionally, HYFA awards more than $200,000 in scholarships each year, including the HYFA scholarships presented during JNHE.
“We’ve structured our finances to ensure that we can provide a high level of support for generations to come,” Everhart says. “These scholarships don’t just help fund education; they recognize and reward the hard work and dedication of our youth.”
Beyond financial assistance, these scholarships stand as a testament to the determination and passion of Hereford youth. Combined with leadership opportunities and educational experiences at JNHE, they reinforce HYFA’s mission to invest in the next generation, ensuring the youth are equipped with both the knowledge and skills to be successful in the future.
“We are the beginning. Youth as young as 7 years old can be engaged and involved in the breed,” Everhart says. “Hopefully, they grow into dedicated individuals who pursue careers in agriculture or remain lifelong Hereford enthusiasts, continuing to support the industry in their own way.”
Fueling the future
HYFA’s impact at JNHE is made possible by the generosity of donors and fundraising efforts. The HYFA Live 5K Race brings together exhibitors, families and supporters in a run that raises funds to support Hereford youth. Additionally, the Foundation Club allows donors to make annual contributions, ensuring the continued growth of scholarships and leadership programs.
“The generosity of our donors is what makes this all possible,” Everhart says. “From participating in the 5K to joining the Foundation Club, every contribution plays a role in supporting Hereford youth.”
With more than $7.4 million in assets and a goal of reaching $10 million, the foundation’s long-term vision ensures future generations of Hereford youth will continue to benefit from scholarships, leadership development and educational opportunities.
“There’s been a whole host of people who have helped us grow to where we are today, and we know they’ll help us reach that next milestone,” Everhart says. “The Hereford breed has a rich tradition of mentorship and support, and that’s something we intend to build on for years to come.”
As JNHE approaches, HYFA’s influence will be evident in every scholarship awarded, leadership opportunity provided and each junior who walks away with a renewed passion for the breed. Through fundraising, mentorship and unwavering community support, HYFA is investing in the future of Hereford youth one opportunity at a time.
Summer Plans Hereford Women
by Melinda Watson
The National Hereford Women (NHW) team is preparing for another exciting summer of helping National Junior Hereford Association (NJHA) members enhance and develop their leadership skills and educational goals. The NHW is currently working to fully fund an endowment, through the Hereford Youth Foundation of America (HYFA), which will guarantee funds to send multiple young people to the Faces of Leadership conference each summer. The incredible support that Hereford enthusiasts have offered NHW and its fundraising efforts through the Queen’s Court sales, HYFA Season of Giving, Ladies of the Royal consignment, the Lady of
the Royal necklaces designed by Kay Knight and so much more has laid a strong foundation toward the organization’s ultimate goal of raising $100,000. The ladies have been working hard planning fundraisers and brainstorming ideas to make this dream a reality.
We hope everyone is finalizing plans to attend the VitaFerm® Junior National Hereford Expo (JNHE) — “Live from Louisville” — in Louisville, Ky., July 12-18. NHW extends an invitation for you to join the National Hereford Queen’s Tea and the National Hereford Women semi-annual meeting on Monday, July 14, at 11 a.m. Please sign up through the JNHE entry website, so we have an accurate count for Queen’s Tea.
to keep everyone updated on the exciting things happening within our organization.
More opportunities
Be sure to check out all the “FUNdraisers” NHW will be doing during JNHE. We’re going to have fun while raising some cash to support NJHA members. Also, check out the NHW website — HerefordWomen.com — where we offer great gifts for all Hereford enthusiasts year-round.
We are always looking for like-minded women who are passionate about Hereford to join our organization. We would love to talk to you. For those not attending JNHE, you can always contact us through the NHW website.
OFFICERS AND COMMITTEE CHAIRS
President: Beth Mansfield, Liberty, Tenn.
Vice president: Marlena Ballinger, Bluffton, Ohio
President-elect: Bellana Putz, Otley, Iowa
Secretary: Madison Katzenberger, Monroe, Wis
Treasurer: Melinda Watson, Flemingsburg, Ky 6196 Mt. Sterling Rd., Flemingsburg, KY 41041
Ex Officio: Sally Wingler, Christiana, Tenn.
DIRECTORS
Nikki Crumm, Anadarko, Okla.
Melanie Fishel, Barnardsville, N.C.
Brandi Murphree, Hamilton, Texas
Lindsay Jacobs, Millersville, Md.
Shelly McQuaig, Ila, Ga.
Elizabeth Crumm, Anadarko, Okla.
Rosie Katzenberger, Monroe, Wis.
HerefordWomen.com
Speaking of the National Hereford Queen, the breed’s reigning queen, Nataleigh Belcher, is doing an amazing job of representing the Hereford breed this year. NHW also raises funds each year to support the National Hereford Queen program — helping with travel expenses for our National Queen to attend national shows. The NHW fully funded the National Hereford Queen Scholarship several years ago through HYFA, and now the organization awards the National Hereford Queen a $10,000 scholarship at the end of her reign.
While at the fairgrounds in Louisville, be sure to stop by the NHW booth to see new summer 2025 merchandise. Annual NHW membership dues can also be paid while visiting the booth. We will have our NHW display board
Finally, save the date for The Gathering — Sept. 19-21 at GKB Cattle’s Hi Point Ranch in Desdemona, Texas. More details will be coming soon. We would love to have you join us for the weekend. Follow NHW on social media for recipes, happenings, jokes and so much more.
We hope to see you in Louisville!
To join and to learn more about the NHW, visit HerefordWomen.com or email nationalherefordwomen@ gmail.com.
Demand Fuel
Consumer preference for meat shines brightly.
by Wes Ishmael
Domestic meat sales reached a record high of $104.6 billion last year, and pounds sold increased 2.3% year over year, according to the 20th annual Power of Meat report (POM) released in March at the Annual Meat Conference hosted by the Meat Institute and FMI, The Food Industry Association.
“With most Americans so confident in meat as a nutrient powerhouse that is top of mind for protein needs, it’s no surprise people are buying more meat than ever,” says Julie Anna Potts, Meat Institute president and CEO.
Consumers, on average, purchase meat more than once per week1, according to the POM report. Nearly all (98%) of American households purchase meat1 and 73% of Americans view meat as an overall healthy choice. Getting enough protein is very/somewhat important to 90% of Americans, and animal proteins, including eggs, top the list of foods that most consumers view as protein-rich foods.
Other priorities among meat shoppers include preparing comfort meals, having quick prep options and getting creative with ingredients (see The Power of Meat 2025, page 28).
“As shoppers’ definition of value has expanded to include price, quality, relevance, convenience and experience, they are including meat in 90% of home-cooked dinners and looking for various options to suit their schedules, tastes and interests,” explains Rick Stein, FMI vice president of fresh foods. “Whether shoppers are looking for the convenience of new ground meats or incorporating semi-prepared options in their meal prep, the meat department delivers.”
The average American shops for meat 54 times per year and spends $16.12 on meat per trip1.
Beef quality charge
Meat eaters maintain a strong appetite for beef. Driven by increasing carcass quality, demand was record-high in 2023 and nearly as high last year, according to CattleFax.
Fresh beef retail sales surpassed $40 billion last year and accounted for more than 55% of all fresh meat sales, per the latest Beef Industry Review and Consumer Insights (BIRCI) from the industry’s Beef Checkoff-funded research program.
Beef occupies most of the retail fresh meat sales in terms of dollars and has one of the largest shares in terms of volume sales, according to the BIRCI, with fresh ground beef comprising half of beef sales in volume at the retail meat case and 36% of dollar sales.
“Despite economic pressures, consumers continue to pay premiums for higher-quality beef. Choice grade or better remains in high demand, reinforcing the strength of the premium beef market,” explained Kevin Good, CattleFax vice president of market analysis, at February’s CattleFax Outlook Seminar.
Increased consumer beef demand parallels the beef industry’s focus on carcass quality.
Through mid-March, year to date, 84.3% of fed cattle graded Choice and higher — 10.9% Prime and 73.4% Choice, according to USDA data. That was 1% more than the annual sum in 2024. For perspective, 74.2% graded Choice and higher in 2015 — 5.1% Prime and 69.1% Choice.
“My experience has been that consumers of premium products will sacrifice in other areas of spending to remain in the premium category because it is important to them,” says Ernie Davis, Certified Hereford Beef® president and CEO.
“You see that demonstrated by long-time Certified Hereford Beef customers and the growing interest of consumers who have yet to enjoy the unique premium experience the brand offers.”
Editor’s Note:
1Sales and purchase dynamics data are provided by Circana for the 52 weeks ending 12/29/24.
The Power of Meat study was conducted by 210 Analytics on behalf of FMI, The Food Industry Association, and the Meat Foundation and sponsored by CRYOVAC® Brand Food Packaging.
This is your opportunity for a Churchill World Class Beginning! Make plans now for the Churchill Cattle Co.
SEPTEMBER 18 & 19,
2025
Dale and Nancy have always been loyal to the Herford breed. It is from a lifetime of passion for the Hereford breed that the Churchill program has advanced to where it is today.
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It all began in 1977 with the sale of this bull which provided the financial base for Churchill Cattle.
We have always made very effort to produce the best Hereford cattle that we could. We have done this by being progressive in our breeding decisions using the newest and best technology available. We have leaned heavily on our young cattle to accomplish our objectives. Churchill has strived to design, produce and market the best Hereford cattle to the local, national and world markets.
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2010 was a very satisfying year for us as we watched this young bull grow into a sire that has made an incredible impact on the Hereford breed.
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Because of this cow in 2015 we moved entirely to IVF flushing. It was one of the best moves in our 45-year history.
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One of the most dominating females in the history of the breed. She will sell as will her extensive influence through daughters, sons, embryos and pregnant recips.
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The hottest sire of the spring sale season. He sells, his dam sells, his sisters sell and his daughters sell!
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Our record-selling bull out of the 219 donor cow. His service will be a sale feature on bred females and embryos.
The excitement and demand for Hereford cattle is your opportunity to take Churchill genetics home with you and put them to work in your herd.
Over 500 head of donors, bred cows, heifer calves, bred heifers, herd bulls and pregnant recips sell September 18 & 19. All of our embryos sell.
We will sell our young bull calves in a bull sale January 27, 2026.
Join us to celebrate our retirement — two days of cattle selling and a retirement dinner the evening of September 18th!
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Stockyards and Steaks; Bald Faces and Bucking Bulls
World Hereford Conference post-tour Southbound to Cowtown offers unique stops highlighting Hereford progress and the American cowboy.
Southbound to Cowtown starts with a steak dinner at the Cattlemen’s Steakhouse, which has been rustling up meals for hungry cowboys, ranchers and cattle haulers in the heart of Oklahoma’s Stockyard City for more than a century.
After an evening exploring Oklahoma City’s entertainment district, called the Brickyard, attendees will meet with the Cattlemen’s Congress staff and tour the new Jim Norick Arena — a world-class facility for a world-class show — Monday morning. Then, the group will make the short trek west to Yukon, Okla., to tour one of the largest seedstock cattle operations in the country — Express Ranches. Guests will view their foundational Hereford and Angus genetics before meeting the famous Express Clydesdales hitch horses. Afterward, the tour will be Southbound once again, stopping in Nocona, Texas, to visit the Allan family’s Bar A Cattle Co. The Allans have a fun evening planned, including a tour of the family’s Hereford operation along with their semen and marketing companies, which will end with an authentic chuckwagon dinner.
Tuesday’s tours begin at GKB Cattle. The Buchholz family will host attendees at their ranch in Desdemona, Texas, and provide a glimpse of their state-of-the-art sale and embryo facility. This stop will highlight GKB’s Hereford cattle designed for purebred and commercial cattlemen alike, alongside
Angus, Red Angus, Brangus and Brahman genetics. Next, attendees are literally bound for Cowtown — Fort Worth, Texas. Cowtown speaks for itself, but guests are sure to enjoy the historic Fort Worth Stockyards along with shopping and entertainment.
Wednesday morning marks the last day on the tour, and the group heads north to Madill, Okla., to Buck Cattle Co. The Buck family raises premier Hereford and Maine-Anjou seedstock and show cattle, in addition to world champion bucking bulls that can be found on the pro rodeo and Professional Bull Riders circuits. Fellow Hereford enthusiasts, Moore Cattle Co., will host lunch, and offer the chance to see Oklahoma Steel and Wire, where they manufacture OKBRAND Fencing products. The final stop — D&H Cattle, Ardmore, Okla. — also raises elite rodeo stock, and their bucking-bred genetics offer a unique insight into American rodeo and the cattlemen behind it.
The Southbound to Cowtown tour offers a extraordinary view of cattle country, American agriculture and Hereford, while rubbing elbows with the people pushing the breed forward.
“The people of the Hereford breed, that’s what makes a difference,” says Jirl Buck of Buck Cattle Co. “The quality of the cattle is one, but it’s the people that really push us throughout the Hereford breed.”
Southbound to Cowtown Tour Schedule
Sunday, Oct. 26
1. Dinner at the famous Cattlemen’s Steakhouse, located in Historic Stockyards City Evening free to explore Bricktown (1.)
Monday, Oct. 27
Breakfast with Cattlemen’s Congress team, Oklahoma City, Okla. (1.)
2. Visit Express Ranches, Yukon, Okla.
3. Evening at Bar A Cattle Co. and Genesource, Nocona, Texas
Tuesday, Oct. 28
4. Visit GKB Cattle, Desdemona, Texas
5. Evening in Fort Worth Stockyards, Fort Worth, Texas
Wednesday, Oct. 29
6. Visit Buck Cattle Co., and Moore Cattle Co., Madill, Okla.
Lunch at Oklahoma Steel and Wire (6.)
7. Visit D&H Cattle Co., Ardmore, Okla.
For updates, please see WorldHerefordConference.com/Southbound-to-Cowtown
Southbound to Cowtown Tour Herds
Bar A Cattle Co. Nocona, Texas baracattle.com
Buck Cattle Co. Madill, Okla. buckcattle.com
D&H Cattle Ardmore, Okla. dhcattle.com
Express Ranches Yukon, Okla. expressranches.com
GKB Cattle Desdemona, Texas gkbcattle.com
Moore Cattle Co./Oklahoma Steel and Wire Madill, Okla. okbrand.com
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World Hereford Conference post-tour, Sandhills Sights and Mountain Views, combines diverse American cattle country, research and the ranch.
Soak in Nebraska’s Sandhills, view the historic National Western Stock Show Complex and snow-capped Rocky Mountains and take a firsthand look at world-class research facilities. Hereford enthusiasts from around the world will experience all of this and more on the World Hereford Conference Sandhills Sights and Mountains Views post-tour.
Attendees will kick off their stay in the West with an evening in Kearney, Neb., the heart of America and the Sandhill Crane capital of the world. They’ll visit Hoffman Ranch, Thedford, Neb., a family-owned ranch representing multiple decades of Hereford genetics. Afterwards, Snowshoe Cattle Co. will host visitors at their Arthur, Neb., ranch, where the Buzanowski family has been raising Hereford cattle for more than 30 years.
Monday wraps up with a night in Ogallala, Neb., a former bustling cow town and key point for the Texas trail herds of old. In the gateway town to the Northern Plains, experience Old West watering holes, history and unique landscapes.
On Tuesday, guests will visit Van Newkirk Herefords, Oshkosh, Neb., where the Van Newkirk family has been ranching since 1892.
“What we’re doing through the Sandhills tour is getting these folks in front of some of our elite seedstock producers,” says Jack Ward, American Hereford Association (AHA) executive vice president. “Their customer base is predominately a black commercial cow herd. And their focus is producing the kind of Hereford bulls and genetics that will work on those.”
Then, the tour will head to Olsen Ranches, Harrisburg, Neb., the mainstay test herd for the AHA’s National Reference Sire Program (NRSP). The NRSP helps prove the genetic merit of young sires more quickly and has been the cornerstone for developing new selection tools, validating the efficacy of genomic tools and more.
“You’ll get to see firsthand how the steer progeny are tested each year,” says Shane Bedwell, AHA chief operating officer and director of breed improvement. “You’ll see the equipment, from the feed intake units to the water intake units to the greenhouse gas collection units that we have and just how it all integrates.”
Afterwards, tour attendees will stay in Cheyenne, Wyo., a city that’s a testament to the true spirit of the American West. From the rugged country surrounding the town to its cowboy culture and unique downtown, Cheyenne combines the Wild West with the 21st Century.
On the final day of the tour, Coyote Ridge Ranch, LaSalle, Colo., will host guests at its third-generation Hereford operation situated in the shadow of the Rocky Mountains on the High Plains.
Then, the tour will wrap up at the National Western Complex in Denver, Colo., home of the National Western Stock Show. Visitors will meet AgNext and Colorado State University staff involved with the cooperative AHA research project exploring genetic differences related to beef’s carbon footprint.
The Sandhills Sights and Mountain Views tour offers a glimpse of Western cowboy culture, unique AHA research, historic Hereford herds and the distinct, diverse and wide-open spaces that make up Colorado, Wyoming and Nebraska.
Sandhills Sights and Mountain Views Tour Schedule
Sunday, Oct. 26
1. Evening in Kearney, Neb.
Monday, Oct. 27
2. Visit Hoffman Ranch, Thedford, Neb.
3. Visit Snowshoe Cattle Co., Arthur, Neb.
4. Evening in Ogallala, Neb.
Tuesday, October 28
5. Visit Van Newkirk Herefords, Oshkosh, Neb.
6. Visit Olsen Ranches, Harrisburg, Neb., home of the National Reference Sire Program
7. Evening in Cheyenne, Wyo.
Wednesday, Oct. 29
8. Visit Coyote Ridge Ranch, LaSalle, Colo.
9. Visit National Western Stock Show Complex, Denver, Colo., hosted by Colorado State University
For updates, please see WorldHerefordConference.com/Sandhills-Sights-and-Mountain-Views
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Regenerative RANCHING Calculating Change
| by Laura Nelson
Regenerative RANCHING Regenerative RANCHING
Evaluate the financial implications of adopting more regenerative practices.
The ideals of increased soil health, lower input costs, higher grazing capacity, more wildlife on the land and healthier livestock in your herd make regenerative ranching an attractive proposition.
“Those are the headlines that get our attention; that’s what we all want for our ranches. But the key question is: How do we get there without mortgaging the farm?” says Dan Childs, an agricultural economist who recently retired as senior regenerative ranching advisor from Noble Research Institute in Ardmore, Okla. He’s spent more than 45 years working with ranchers on financial and business planning while owning and operating his own ranch business.
“The best approach I’ve found is, you’ve got to do just a little bit at a time,” Childs says, beginning with a good look at your financials.
Start with a true picture of financial health
There’s a good reason your banker requires a profit and loss (P&L) statement and balance sheet before offering a line of credit. Unfortunately, Childs says, too many ranchers record these numbers solely to satisfy loan requirements and then leave the documents in their banker’s file cabinet. But those who take the power of their P&L and balance sheet into their own hands can make clear decisions at the start of their regenerative journey.
“Those statements should be the beginning of evaluating the financial implications of adopting more regenerative practices,” Childs says. “We want to ask ourselves, ‘What’s our net farm income before we start down this journey, and do we have a record-keeping system in place that will support an enterprise analysis?’”
An enterprise analysis is a process business owners use to allocate income and expenses by enterprise to clearly evaluate the most profitable and least profitable parts of their ranching operation.
A typical cow-calf rancher might view their operation as a single enterprise, but Childs suggests ranchers think more deeply about how money flows in and out of the business. Are weaned calves really the only source of income or expense on the ranch? Or do you also sell replacement heifers? Cull cows? Grow hay or some other forage crop to feed your cows? Run a trucking business on the side or help neighbors with artificial insemination?
Perhaps you truly identify only one enterprise in your business. That’s fine, Childs says, as long as you’re able to track the true profit or loss of your work.
Know your profitability target
With this financial information in hand, Childs says, you’re in a prime position to evaluate where you can experiment with new practices that align your ranch with the principles of soil health and a more regenerative mindset.
Start by identifying an ideal, yet realistic, profit target. Locking in a true profit target allows us to look beyond production as our primary measure of success.
“Sometimes, perception is not really reality,” Childs says. “We think we did something right or wrong, but it’s the records that will substantiate and reinforce the truth.”
Perhaps in your opening financial evaluation, you’re rightfully proud of the calf check you cashed on sale day, but you see that purchased feed costs crippled your ability to show it as a profit. Do you need to cut those costs to get to your goal?
Pencil out what it might take to replace the 1,300-pound cows you culled this year with 1,000-pound cows instead. Estimate the difference in their feed costs, then analyze if you can stomach the smaller cow weaning a 450-pound calf instead of the 550-pound calf you’re accustomed to, in exchange for rolling out less hay next winter.
Make an honest analysis of your land’s forage capacity. Perhaps you conclude you’ve been historically overstocked, making up for overstocking with purchased feed to carry livestock through the winter. What if you reduced your cow herd by 20% to more accurately match the natural resources of your land? Now, with 20% fewer animals to stock, can you defer grazing some pasture to leave as standing forage in the fall and make a serious reduction in the need to feed hay through the winter, or even eliminate the need? Do those reductions add up to enough to cover the smaller calf crop?
“You can theorize whatever you’d like in these scenarios, but you can’t make a very clear decision unless you project a budget that looks at the true profit potential,” Childs explains.
Evaluate these three expense categories
As you evaluate different paths to profitability, Childs says he repeatedly sees three major categories of expenses that can sidetrack those plans. He cautions ranchers to look closely at each of these:
Spending on tax-avoiding assets.
“We farmers and ranchers think that if we pay taxes, we’ve committed a cardinal sin,” Childs says. But avoiding paying taxes is not a compelling reason to carry a heavy
fixed-asset inventory. In general, he advises ranchers to keep their fixedasset inventory low.
“That’s your tractor, skid-steer and hay baler — the things that are going to cost you the same amount whether you have 50 cows or 500 cows. For most, if you can rent it or hire it, that’s a more cost-effective choice,” Childs says.
Supplemental feed costs
This is often the heaviest line item on a rancher’s expense account.
“Whatever we can do to reduce feed in a livestock operation generally makes a pretty major impact on the bottom line,” Childs says. “It’s the easiest thing in the world to have a full hay barn to feed a cow out of, but it’s also the most costly. It’s much harder to manage stockpiled forage at a rate that will last your herd through the winter.”
Replacement females.
“Many will say, ‘I can’t buy the quality I can raise,’ and I understand that may be true,” Childs says. “But that doesn’t mean it’s profitable.
“If we’re really honest with our numbers, most will find we need to be a 300-to-500-head cow-calf operation before we can really justify raising our own replacements. They’re very expensive to carry.”
Record-keeping as a conversation starter
Whether it’s from a banker, a business partner, a spouse or other family member, many ranchers need to earn the buy-in of other people before they make management changes. In many of these scenarios, a multi-year cash flow budget may be a necessary and powerful tool to show profit potential.
“You need to be able to show, ‘I want to make these changes, and this is how it’s going to pay off or work out,’” Childs says. “Lenders love customers who come in with that depth of planning and documentation. It shows that you’re serious about what you’re doing, that you’ve done your research, and that you have good reason to have confidence in your decisions.”
Similarly, the budget analysis could provide a confidence boost to a younger generation wanting to introduce a new practice to a family operation.
If creating these budgeting tools sounds daunting, Childs says the Noble Profitability Essentials course was created to help ranchers walk through enterprise accounting and cash flow budget exercises.
It’s important to understand that these practices really are the economic engine of an operation, Childs says, explaining, “If we can’t make it work with a pencil, it’s doubtful we’ll make it work in real life.”
Editor’s Note: This is part of a continuing series of articles about regenerative ranching from Noble Research Institute, long trusted by beef cattle producers for supporting the industry with research, education and consultation. Follow the series in future issues of Baldy Advantage and Hereford World, as well as in special 1881 podcasts at Hereford.org. Additional regenerative resources and past articles in the series are also at Noble.org
Laura Nelson is a freelance agriculture journalist based in western Nebraska.
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Junior National Hereford Expo
July 12-18, 2025Louisville, Ky.
*Tentative Schedule
SATURDAY, JULY 12
2 p.m.
6 p.m.
Gates open for tack trailers to arrive and set up in barns
Cattle may arrive into tie-outs through the night
SUNDAY, JULY 13
7 a.m.
8 a.m.
8:30 a.m.
9 a.m.
9:30 a.m. - Noon
2 p.m.
3:30 p.m.
5:30 p.m.
6 p.m.
6:30 p.m.
7:30 p.m.
NJHA Board & Candidate Orientation Breakfast
All cattle must be in barns at this time
Hereford Bowl Check-In & Written Test
Tattoo checks begin in each barn
Cattle Paper Check-In & Packet Pick-Up
Advanced & Illustrated Speech Contest
Steer weights declared electronically by this time
National Hereford Women’s Queen’s Orientation
NJHA Meet-Up #1 - Powered by SureChamp®
Meet the Candidate Social & Delegate Forum
State Group Photos
Opening Ceremonies
JNHE Tailgate Party
HYFA’s Live 5K Race
MONDAY, JULY 14
8 a.m.
9 a.m.
11 a.m.
1 p.m.
2:30 p.m.
3 p.m.
5 p.m.
6 p.m.
6-8 p.m.
Judging Contest Check-In & Orientation
Judging Contest
*Oral Reasons Contest to immediately follow
National Hereford Queen’s Tea
NJHA Meet-Up #2 - Powered by SureChamp®
Hereford Bowl Buzzer Round (start with junior division)
Sullivan Supply Stock Show University
Sullivan Supply Fitting Contest
Future Professionals Contest Interviews
Bridging the Gap College & Career Fair
TUESDAY, JULY 15
8 a.m.
9 a.m.
W1 & W2
W5 - W7
W10
W3 & W4
W1 & W2
State Group of 3 & 5 Classes
Sullivan Supply National Showmanship Contest
Senior, Intermediate & Senior Finals
Junior & Peewee
WEDNESDAY, JULY 16
7 a.m.
9 a.m.
NJHA Membership Update, Breakfast & New Board Election
Bred-and-Owned Show
Cow-Calf Pairs, Bred-and-Owned Females, Produce of Dam Steer Show followed by Bred-and-Owned Bulls
THURSDAY, JULY 17
7:30 a.m.
6 p.m. Owned Female Show
HYFA Scholarship, Awards & Maroon Jacket Ceremony
Broadbent Arena
Broadbent Arena
West Hall A & B
West Hall A & B
Broadbent Arena
Broadbent Arena
West Hall Meeting Rooms
W3 & W4
Broadbent Arena
W1 & W2
Broadbent Arena
Broadbent Arena
W15 & W16
W5 - W10
Broadbent Arena
Broadbent Arena
Ring 1
Ring 2
W1 & W2
Broadbent Arena
Ring 1
Ring 2
*Buckle and Awards Ceremony honoring CHB Cooking Challenge, Photo & Poster Contests, prior to selection of the Bred-and-Owned Top Five.
Broadbent Arena
Broadbent Arena
*Buckle and Awards Ceremony honoring Future Professionals, Speech and Judging Contests, will follow the selection of the Division 3 Polled Females.
FRIDAY, JULY 18
7:30 a.m. Conclusion of Owned Female Show
Broadbent Arena
*Buckle and Awards Ceremony recognizing Herdsman of the Year, Walter and Joe Lewis High Point Senior, GKB Super States, Golden Pitchfork and the Bob Norton Excellence Award will be held prior to the champion drives.
Live from Louisville
JNHE offers young people a week of leadership development, networking, competition, connection-making, skill building and just plain fun.
“There’s no feeling that compares to pulling into tie-outs on the first night; seeing hundreds of Hereford cattle and hearing accents from across the nation as people set up stalls. But even more incredible is the realization that this is your Hereford family; you are part of something this big,” says Haley Mouser, National Junior Hereford Association (NJHA) board member. “That realization, paired with the week that follows, filled with new friendships, being able to support those new friends in the ring and competing alongside them in so many new opportunities is what got me hooked on Hereford long before I became a board member.”
The 2025 VitaFerm® Junior National Hereford Expo (JNHE) — “Live from Louisville” — takes place in Kentucky, July 12-18. This week-long event provides opportunities for junior members to compete and exhibit their cattle, along with plenty of events for the entire family.
Faith Benedict, NJHA member, has attended JNHE since she was an infant, yet she still looks forward to the annual event, calling it her favorite week of the year. And even after attending JNHEs throughout the country for 15 years, she learns something new each year. Despite the deep classes of the best bald-faced cattle in the country, the cattle show just skims the surface.
“I think every year I go, it just gets me a little more ready for what’s to come in the future,” Faith says. “I love all the different
activities, and I just love the program knowing that all my hard work over the summer paid off.”
One of Faith’s favorite JNHE activities is the Pen-to-Pen mentorship program. When she was younger, the program connected her with mentors, and now, at 15, Faith helps younger Hereford enthusiasts meet new people and learn about opportunities in the industry.
Packaging Courage
NJHA members will have the opportunity to experience the evolution of Pen-to-Pen at the Meet-Up-Powered by Sure Champ® in Louisville, as well as other Meet-Ups across the country this year.
Networking and connecting with peers, mentors and industry leaders is one of the many opportunities provided to young people alongside the Hereford
The National Hereford Queen, Nataleigh Belcher, unveils “Courage Kits” as her service project at this year’s JNHE. Inspired by her mother’s battle with leukemia and the physical, emotional and mental toll that cancer takes on patients and their families, Nataleigh will be collecting items to create small care packages tailored to cancer patients. Each Courage Kit will include comfort items, such as fuzzy socks, lotion, tea, etc., and relaxation items, such as books, coloring books, journals, puzzles and more, that cancer patients can take along with them during their treatment journey.
“Cancer is a battle that no one chooses, and for many, it can feel isolating and overwhelming,” Nataleigh says. “Through this project, I want patients to feel the same love and encouragement that my mother received during her journey. A simple act of kindness can remind them that they are supported, valued and never alone in their fight.”
JNHE participants and their families can help prepare these Courage Kits by donating items for the care packages or volunteering during the designated times to pack the Courage Kits.
“Just like our Hereford family supports one another; Courage Kits are about spreading hope and encouragement to those in need,” Nataleigh notes. “I am profoundly grateful for the opportunity to lead this project and for the unwavering support of the Hereford community. Every small act of kindness adds up, and together, we can make a difference in the lives of those battling cancer, one kit at a time.”
Courage Kit Shopping List
• Fuzzy socks
• Lotion
• Tea
• Books
• Coloring books
• Journals
• Puzzles
• Other comforting or relaxing items
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cattle exhibition. Other various contests range from Hereford bowl and speech to livestock judging and marketing.
“JNHE is a space where I can work alongside my family to accomplish our shared goals, serve as a mentor to Hereford youth and have the chance to connect with friends that have become family,” says Salem Sifford, NJHA board member. “Attending JNHE has given me, as a junior, the chance to learn from so many amazing mentors.”
Forging lifelong friendships and connections between peers is an NJHA hallmark, but the association also facilitates conversations between Hereford youth and industry professionals. The networks youth build during their junior membership provide opportunities for these young people as they further their education and enter their careers. For instance, Bridging the Gap College and Career Fair connects NJHA members with college representatives and industry professionals to learn about opportunities, discuss career paths and offer their resumes for scholarships and potential internships.
“Participating in Bridging the Gap and taking the time to visit with judges and officials after
Reasons to Win
The 2025 VitaFerm® Junior National Hereford Expo (JNHE) — “Live from Louisville” — features an oral reasons contest for the first time. National Junior Hereford Association senior-division members will be able to hone their livestock evaluation and reasoning skills by presenting two pairs of oral reasons, or a short speech detailing the logic behind their class placing.
JNHE Oral Reasons Contest Rule FAQs: The complete set of rules can be found at Hereford.org under the JNHE resources tab. Here are a few key reminders:
• Registration for the oral reasons contest must be completed in addition to registering for the judging contest. Oral reasons contest entries will be managed on Submittable.com.
• All entries for both the judging contest and the oral reasons contest (if you choose to compete) must be submitted by June 1, 2025.
• Only senior contestants are eligible (18-21 years of age as of Jan. 1).
• Participation in the oral reasons contest is not required to compete in the judging contest.
• Scores in the oral reasons contest will not be factored into the judging contest scores or awards. The top three in the oral reasons contest will be recognized as separate contest winners.
• All contestants will compete individually, there will be no team division.
conversations that shaped both my college decision and the career I now hope to pursue,” Haley says. Whether “Live from Louisville” will be your first JNHE or your 26th, make plans to attend. And whether you’re a junior showing Hereford cattle, a parent hoping to provide the best opportunities for their child or even a Hereford
breeder who wants to encourage the next generation, JNHE promises a week of opportunities, education and connection-making for all.
Learn more about this year’s JNHE, see the schedule, read about the many events and contests and enter the event at: Hereford.org/youth/junior-nationalhereford-expo.
Continuous Connection
The new Meet-Up - Powered by Sure Champ® cultivates community mentorship.
“I was 15 when I first participated in the Pen-to-Pen program just to meet new people while at the VitaFerm® Junior National Hereford Expo (JNHE). I was extremely nervous at first, but once the program began, I was hooked,” says Logan McFatridge, National Junior Hereford Association (NJHA) chairman. “Pen-to-Pen has always been one of my favorite events each year, and I always look forward to seeing my pen pals at the JNHE. Since that first time, I haven’t missed one. This has allowed me to gain friendships that I know will last a lifetime. Membership has always been something I have been extremely passionate about, and it all started from the first time I joined Pen-toPen. While being on the NJHA
manage the event, fostering these connections with other junior members and now growing the partnership with industry leaders.”
Now, Pen-to-Pen has evolved into the new Meet-Up - Powered by Sure Champ®, providing NJHA members with more opportunities to connect and grow, as they themselves have evolved over time.
“The members you have today are not the same as they were five years ago,” explains Cheryl Mitchell, a transformational keynote speaker and leadership training consultant.
By that Mitchell means a 12-year-old NJHA member today, for instance, is not the same as a 12-year-old member five years ago; they speak a different language and communicate differently. She explains much of
the change is attributed to the lack of one-on-one-interaction borne by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Mitchell first was involved with the NJHA at the 2022 Faces of Leadership Conference. Since then, she has continued consulting with the NJHA board about leadership training. Her first Pen-to-Pen was in 2023.
As with Pen-to-Pen, connection and networking remain central to the Meet-Up. Mitchell explains Meet-Ups will include intentional activities focused on juniors interacting with each other — oneon-one — while participating in fun activities.
“Getting to know about someone while having fun, those are the things you remember,” Mitchell says.
More opportunity, more often Mitchell explains Pen-to-Pen was designed originally as a one-on-one mentorship program, pairing older NJHA members with younger ones, meeting at the JNHE and then continuing engagement as pen pals.
Rather than an annual event, Mitchell explains Meet-Ups will provide an ongoing conversation as NJHA members attend various Meet-Ups throughout the year (see Meet-Up Schedule). No two will be alike, including the mix of participants and specific activities. Common to all, however, will be connection, leadership development and
The first NJHA Meet-Up - Powered by Sure Champ® was hosted at HRC Feed Yards LLC in Scott City, Kan., during the 2025 Fed Steer Shootout Field Day.
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community mentorship. Hereford is already a family, of course, but think of your own family get togethers. It’s great to visit with aunts and uncles, but chances are you spend more time with cousins who speak the same language.
Mitchell emphasizes the Meet-Up is designed to serve as a leadership development pipeline for both NJHA and the American Hereford Association (AHA). “We want to help participants develop a differentiated skillset, so that when someone knows you’re associated with NJHA, they know you have skills others don’t have at the same age,” she explains.
All you have to do is show up to one of these events and jump in head-first with enthusiasm.
— Logan McFatridge, NJHA chairman
Pen-to-Pen at last year’s JNHE attracted more than 200 junior members from across the country each day of the two-day program.
“We want to bring these same leadership and connection-based activities to as many NJHA members as possible,” McFatridge says. “If you are a member looking to get involved, this is the perfect opportunity to make connections in our breed and within the livestock industry. No matter your age, we welcome everyone, whether it be during an NJHA Meet-Up hosted at the JNHE, or one of our Meet-Ups at other events throughout the year.
“All you have to do is show up to one of these events and jump in head-first with enthusiasm. Information about the different NJHA Meet-Ups will continue being shared on social media and in other NJHA marketing materials as we lead up to our capstone event of
Meet-Up Schedule
Maryland State Show, May 3, Gaithersburg, Md.
Southeast Regional Hereford Show, June 21, Fletcher, N.C.
“Live from Louisville” VitaFerm® Junior National Hereford Expo, July 13-14, Louisville, Ky.
Western States Hereford Show, Dec. 4, 2025, Reno, Nev.
Cattlemen’s Congress, Jan. 7, 2026, Oklahoma City, Okla.
the year at the JNHE. Don’t miss out on the chance to make some lifelong friends for the future.”
Closing the support loop
McFatridge explains the new Meet-Up also provides the opportunity to further strengthen NJHA’s long-standing relationship with VitaFerm and Sure Champ — longtime JNHE supporters — while underscoring the connection between them and their parent company, BioZyme ® Inc.
“VitaFerm and Sure Champ have always been huge supporters of the JNHE and have been our title sponsor for years. Instead of the Sure Champ Prep to Win Workshop happening alongside the NJHA Meet-Up events, the second day of the NJHA Meet-Up will continue building on our connections and integrate with the Sure Champ activities,” McFatridge explains.
“Working with our title sponsor enables us to connect our members with more industry leaders, while also giving juniors an opportunity to learn more about nutrition and the Hereford breed.”
Amy Cowan, AHA director of youth activities and foundation, adds that the ongoing generosity of BioZyme and its affiliate companies enables building and evolving programs over time, leveraging benefits for NJHA members.
“Continued sponsorships by VitaFerm and Sure Champ, as well as support from numerous others through the Hereford Youth Foundation of America provide NJHA members matchless opportunity,” Cowan says. “We’re grateful and excited to add the Meet-Up - Powered by Sure Champ to this list of opportunities.”
While no two events will be alike, all the Meet-Ups include intentional programming focused on juniors interacting with each other — one-on-one — and fun activities.
JNHE Judges
Meet your judges for the 2025 VitaFerm® Junior National Hereford Expo (JNHE).
Cody Sankey Owned Females
Cody Sankey owns and operates Sankey Angus alongside his wife, Lindsay, and children, Caroline and Cyrus, in Economy, Ind. He holds a bachelor’s degree in animal science and a master’s degree in ruminant nutrition from Oklahoma State University (OSU), where he was also a member of their 2001 national champion livestock judging team.
Cody serves as the senior director of beef programs at GENEX Beef and formerly managed the Michigan State University (MSU) Beef Cattle Center for eight years. He also spent two years coaching the MSU livestock judging team.
A fifth-generation cattleman, he grew up on Sankey’s 6N Ranch in Council Grove, Kan., home to the second oldest Angus herd in the U.S., representing more than 125 years in the Angus breed.
Off the farm, Cody has held leadership positions with the Indiana Beef Cattle Association and Indiana Angus Association. He enjoys spending time with his wife and children, attending livestock shows and coaching their children’s baseball and softball teams.
Cody has sorted stock at the Cattlemen’s Congress, National Western Stock Show (NWSS), North American International Livestock Exposition (NAILE), American Royal, Dixie National Stock Show, San Antonio Stock Show, Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo and various national
junior shows and state fairs. He’s judged in more than 27 states and Mexico and Canada.
John McCurry
Owned Females Associate Born and raised near Hutchinson, Kan., John McCurry is a fifth generation Angus breeder and lifetime member of the American Angus Association. He grew up competing at Angus shows on all levels and was on the National Junior Angus Association board.
John attended Butler Community College and was a member of the livestock judging team. He completed his education at Kansas State University, where he was a member of the national reserve champion livestock judging team.
He returned home to McCurry Angus Ranch and has since expanded the operation. Early on, McCurry Angus Ranch utilized junior and open shows from coast to coast to market and promote their herd. Now, John and his wife, Melody, and children, Aubree, Molly and Drew, own and operate McCurry Angus Ranch and have hosted 12 annual bull sales, marketing 200 bulls each year.
McCurry is passionate about evaluating and sorting cattle along with encouraging the next generation of agricultural enthusiasts to find their home within the livestock industry. He has judged multiple national junior shows as well as the American Royal, NAILE, NWSS, Fort Worth
Stock Show and San Antonio Stock Show. He is thankful to the junior board, the American Hereford Association Board and Hereford enthusiasts for the opportunity to help evaluate the owned females during JNHE.
Charlie Boyd Jr.
Bred-and-Owned Females and Cow-Calf Pairs
Charlie Boyd Jr. owns and operates Boyd Beef Cattle, Mays Lick, Ky., with his wife, Paula, and their two sons, Blake and Logan. The Boyd family has raised Hereford cattle for more than 120 years; Blake and Logan represent the fifth generation on their Kentucky ranch. Charlie attended the University of Kentucky and received his degree in agricultural economics. He has held leadership roles in many organizations. Charlie has judged almost every national show and state fair in the country, along with shows in three foreign countries. Charlie has spent a lifetime immersed in the Hereford breed and is a past president of the National Junior Polled Hereford Council.
Bred-and-Owned Females and Blake Boyd resides in Mays Lick, Ky., with his wife, Grace. They, along with Blake’s family, operate a Hereford and Angus seedstock operation that has been
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in business for more than 120 years. Boyd Beef Cattle annually hosts three production sales, selling more than 200 head of bulls and females to progressive commercial cattlemen and seedstock producers across the country.
Blake attended Butler Community College and OSU, where he was a member of both nationally competitive livestock judging teams. As a fifth-generation Hereford breeder, Blake is excited about the progress the breed has made in recent years and believes the future of the breed is bright. He says the Hereford breed’s greatest asset is its outstanding people.
Chan Phillips
Bred-and-Owned Bulls and Steers
Chan Phillips was born and raised in Maysville, Ky., on a commercial cattle operation. Chan and his brother, Keith, currently operate a Simmental-influenced cow-calf herd where they utilize AI and embryo transfer extensively. Chan got his start in the Simmental breed at the ripe age of 6 years old in 1972, when he bought his first Simmental heifer. Chan previously owned and operated Phillips Cattle Co. for 16 years — their crew exhibited multiple national champions at all major expositions. The Phillips family founded Rocking P Livestock in Kentucky, and Chan remains a partner in Rocking P today. Currently, he works as the manager of Circle M Farms in Rockwall, Texas, and Mt. Vernon, Mo. Chan has judged numerous national breed shows, national junior shows and showmanship competitions across the U.S. and Canada. Chan and his wife, Tonya, have two children, Morgan (Wallace) and A.K., who both remain actively involved in the Simmental, SimAngus and Angus breeds.
Eric, Rosie, Briana, Rhett and Madison Katzenberger Monroe, WI
608-214-1154 ekatz@tds.net
Nick and Lenore Katzenberger Pearl City, IL www.plumriverranch.com
Dave and Joyce Bevan
Jason, Jaclyn, Mya and Bianca Bevan 1681 Aust Rd. Platteville, WI 53818
Dave 608-732-3622 baconbranchbeef@outlook.com
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Eric 262-719-6902 Allison 262-751-6406 alisonsmith819@gmail.com
Tod, Sondra, Blake and Bryce Brancel W7874 Hwy. 23
Endeavor, WI 53950 608-617-6949 cell 608-697-9026
Ben and Gail Brancel 608-981-2003 brancel@nextgenerationgenetics.com
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Jerry 715-772-4566 www.larsonherefordfarms.com
JOSH and AMY SPAETH
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715-289-4098
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Chuck and Tracy Badertscher
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Joe and Amy Starr and Family
E5198 N. Water Dr. Manawa, WI 54949
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Butch and Maryellen W16163 U.S. Hwy. 10 Fairchild, WI 54741 715-597-2036
Brandon 715-533-2470
Garritt 715-586-0033
Michael 715-533-3370 Ryan, Tiff and Andrew Timm 507-433-1183
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Steve Merry 1840 Co. Rd. CC Hartford, WI 53027
Steven.Merry@aurora.org 414-881-5274
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Josh, Kelly, Hannah and Ryan Oleson 1169 18th Dr. Arkdale, WI 54613
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Hank and Charlotte Handzel and Family 2791 Sime Rd. Cottage Grove, WI 53527 608-839-5207 Main 608-235-9417 Cell
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Stepping into Sustainability
| by Sarah Beth Aubrey
How Carbon is Shaping U.S. Beef Production
Topics to keep in mind.
The topic of carbon is everywhere, and many would say it’s talked about too much. But it is no longer just a scientific buzzword; it’s reshaping agriculture and influencing policy. From soil health to energy production, carbon is at the center. Still, most of us are unsure what aspects of the carbon conversation pertain to our farms and ranches. I pulled together a list of seven carbon-related topics.
Carbon sequestration in soils –
Farmers are adopting practices like no-till, cover cropping and rotational grazing to store carbon in the soil.
Methane reduction strategies –
Cattle producers are experimenting with feed additives, genetic selection and manure management techniques to curb methane emissions.
Carbon credits and markets –
Voluntary carbon markets allow producers to generate and sell carbon credits, creating a new revenue stream, albeit most would agree it is not a high-paying or even break-even strategy at this point.
Regenerative agriculture –
This holistic approach integrating carbon capture methods, biodiversity and soil conservation is becoming more mainstream across the U.S.
Enteric fermentation research –
Scientists are testing feed alternatives, such as seaweed and essential oils, to reduce methane emissions from digestion. Many producers feel this approach may hold the most practical promise, though changing diets is costly and these alternatives are unproven at this point.
Carbon-neutral and net-zero goals
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While recent political developments have seen many companies pull back on climate pledges, major meat and dairy processors are still engaged in evaluating their goals to reach carbon neutrality, which means ongoing expectations of beef producers to adapt.
Precision agriculture –
Precision ag tech is nothing new to most of us, but with the recent addition of artificial intelligence, things like drones or soil sensors will emerge with even bigger sustainability impacts.
What’s in it for me?
Carbon isn’t just a regulatory challenge; there are potential economic opportunities for beef producers when combined with a sustainability plan that makes sense for an operation’s unique goals. With the industry moving toward sustainability benchmarks and our own American Hereford Association (AHA) becoming more involved in sustainability research and exploration (see AHA Sustainability Research), for some Hereford breeders, taking action now will make sense and be an important part of business plans going forward. Let’s continue the conversation.
Sarah Beth Aubrey is an entrepreneur and founder of Aubrey Coaching and Training (ACT). She can be reached at sarah@sarahbethaubrey.com.
AHA Sustainability Research
The American Hereford Association (AHA) launched a landmark collaborative research project with Colorado State University and AgNext in 2022 to enhance the understanding of the genetic differences in seedstock relative to enteric methane production and nitrogen excretion. Both contribute to greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and the carbon footprint of cattle. Documenting the relationship between traits associated with efficiency —Hereford advantages — and GHG emissions is a logical next step for breed research. This project leverages decades of AHA research and member data, including individual feed intake records collected through the National Reference Sire Program (NRSP) since 2010. Unbiased reporting associated with AHA’s Whole Herd Total Performance Records (TPR™ ) — established in 2001 — adds prediction accuracy. Research results thus far confirm that sire differences account for a significant amount of variation when it comes to individual cattle methane emissions and nitrogen excretion. Based on early assessment, these traits are moderately heritable, similar to weaning weight. This suggests individual cattle methane emission and nitrogen excretion can be reduced through genetic selection. AHA will present more comprehensive to-date research results at the AHA Annual Meeting and Conference in October.
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Kevin and Lauren Bafford 10600 Damery Rd. Blue Mound, IL 62513
Kevin 217-454-5126 Lauren 217-521-8224 baffordfarms@gmail.com
Larry and Julie benherf@yahoo.com 217-737-5686
Chad, Becky, Noah, Caleb and Faith 605 CR 2300 N Dewey, IL 61840
chad@benedictherefords.com Chad - 217-246-5099 www.benedictherefords.com
Samantha, Todd, Rachel and Zach Parish 618-926-7388 parishfarmsherefords@gmail.com www.parishfarms.com
Floyd and Annette 815-712-5735
Chad, Erin, John and Ella 815-712-5739
LaSalle, IL 61301 c_herfs01@yahoo.com
1764 U.S. RT. 136
Penfield, IL 61862
Buddy 217-649-0108
Bailey 217-714-4955
Cody 217-871-9708
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35073 E. C.R. 1550 N. Mason City, IL 62664 bhrnds@speednet.com Brent, cell 217-971-5897
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Dave, Marcia & Elise Hackett
Dave: 217-621-1761
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Matt 217-779-0775
Derke 217-617-8443
Tait 217-430-5949
From the Field
In Passing
Michael Paris
Bennett, 80, Cumming, Ga., passed Jan. 4.
He loved his family and was a great husband, dad, “Papa” and “Big Papa.” Michael was saved at an early age at Providence Baptist Church in Sandy Springs, Ga. He later moved his letter to First Baptist Church and then to Bethlehem Baptist Church in Cumming. Michael was a descendant of several generations of “tenters” at Holbrook Campground, a place close to his heart. He had never missed a camp meeting in his life until his last year when his health prohibited him from attending more than a brief visit on the final Friday night.
mind that could only mean one breed — Hereford. As a lifelong member of the American Hereford Association, Michael raised a sizeable herd for the Southeast. The MPB prefix had bloodlines from notable herds such as R.W. Jones, Irvin Jones, Knoll Crest and Debter; with herd sires such as Lamp Lighter, Knight Ryder, Enforcer, Advance, Domino and Mark Domino. Michael and Patsy always enjoyed their travels to farms and ranches across the country over the years. As he began to slow down, the herd moved toward more of a commercial focus, but Michael always enjoyed telling stories of visiting with his Hereford friends near and far. Along with his dedication to Hereford cattle, Michael and Patsy were growers for Tyson for more than 30 years.
the daughter of Louise and Worth Jones. As a child, she moved with her family through various Texas towns, but the one constant in her life was visiting her beloved grandparents, Grandmother and Grandfather Burnam, in Cherokee, Texas. It was during one of these visits that Sandy met the love of her life, Lovell Kuykendall. The two were married on July 30, 1960, at her grandparents’ home in Cherokee.
Michael was preceded in death by his parents, Paris D. Bennett and Gladys Smith Bennett; his brother, Kenneth Bennett, his nephews, Vance Bennett and Jason Bennett, and his father- and mother-in-law, Dr. Rupert H. and Melba Ree Barron Bramblett.
Michael is survived by his wife of 60 years, Patsy Bramblett Bennett; their children and grandchildren: daughter, Michelle (Wade) McKinney and the couple’s children, Bennett and Alex McKinney and Brett Keyser; daughter, Valeree Bryant, grandchildren, Michael (Kayla), Nicholas (fiancée, Abby) and Caraline Bryant; son, Paris (Tammy) Bennett and the couple’s children, Drayton (Cameron), Carson and Kathryn Bennett. He is also survived by his great-grandsons, Everett and Beau Bryant, Malachi Bennett and Canyon Keyser; his brother, Wayne (Lois) Bennett, sister-in-law, Remelba (Doug) Sorrells, and brother-in-law, Walker (Vicky) Bramblett. He also has many beloved nieces and nephews and other relatives.
Michael loved being a cattle and poultry farmer above all other business interests. He inherited a passion for good cattle from his father and in his
In addition to his interests in agriculture, Michael was an electrician, small business owner and real estate investor. He was a public servant for more than 16 years, serving on the Forsyth County (Georgia) Board of Tax Assessors, Board of Equalization and three terms on the Forsyth County Board of Commissioners. His enjoyment in public life was helping people. He served on the Lake Lanier Islands Development Authority for several years, was a member of IBEW Local 613 for more than 50 years and a member of the Forsyth County Farm Bureau for 30-plus years. Michael was also an organizer and board member of the Citizens Bank of Forsyth County (now Citizens Bank of Georgia) and served in this capacity for more than 25 years.
Michael Bennett loved his many friends, new and old, that he made throughout his life and was touched by the many deep friendships that continued into his last years.
Sandra Louise Kuykendall, 82, Llano, Texas, passed March 4.
A beloved wife, mother, grandmother and friend, Sandy was
Sandy and Lovell’s journey took them from Big Spring to Brady, and then to Kansas City, Mo., in 1965 when Lovell took a job with the American Hereford Association (AHA). Sandy was dedicated to her family, and once her children were school-aged, she worked briefly for the Olathe, Kan., Chamber of Commerce before spending many years at Exxon Mobil, where she retired in 2001. After retiring, she and Lovell built their dream home on the family ranch, where they spent many joyful years together.
Sandy was a woman of many talents, all of which she poured into creating a warm and loving home for her family. She was known for her quiet strength, kindness and selflessness. Her creative spirit was evident in her beautiful cooking, gardening, quilting and decorating. Sandy was especially proud of being recognized as a Master Gardener, a testament to her love for nature and nurturing. She was a devoted daughter, sister, wife, mother and grandmother, always placing her family’s needs above her own.
Sandy was preceded in death by her husband, Lovell, who passed away on June 27, 2024. She is survived by her son, Jim Kuykendall of Lake Placid, N.Y.; her daughters: Karen (Luis) Blanco of Austin, Texas, and Donna (Darin) Stewart of Olathe; her grandchildren: Clay (Elle) Stewart, Alyson Stewart (fiancé, Will) and Kyle Blanco; and her great-grandchildren, Lewie and Norman Stewart. She is also survived by her brother and sisterin-law, Bobby and Eloisa Jones, and several nieces and nephews.
Michael Bennett
Sandy Kuykendall
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Glynn Debter, Perry Debter or John Ross Debter 205-429-4415 or 205-429-2040 4134 County Hwy 30 • Horton, AL 35980 debterfarm@otelco.net
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CALIFORNIA
Brandon Theising
8 05-526-2195 P.O. Box 1019 8 05-358-2115 cell Simi Valley, CA 93062-1019 b randon@pwgcoinc.com www.pwgcattle.com
Steve Lambert Family 2938 Nelson Ave. Oroville, CA 95965 Cell 530-624-5256
Jim McDougald Manager 559-822-2178 McDougald Family 559-822-2289
Registered Herefords 46089 Rd. 208, Friant, CA 93626
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Herefords & Angus Barry, Carrie and Bailey Morrell morrellranches@yahoo.com 5640 Co. Rd. 65 Willows, CA 95988
Cell 530-682-5808
GEORGIA
ILLINOIS
Polled Herefords • Brafords
Jonny and Toni Harris 334 K-Ville Rd. Screven, Ga 31560 912-586-6585 • Cell 912-294-2470 greenviewfarms@windstream.net www.greenviewfarms.net
Square and Round Bermuda Grass Hay Performance and Quality from Grazing since 1942
Charlie 606-584-5194 • Blake 606-375-3718 www.boydbeef.com
Brad, Carla, Clay, Clint, Caleb and Cooper 1011 Driftwood Lane Elizabethtown, KY 42701 Cell 270-668-7126 Fax 270-735-9922 bchambliss@priorityapproval.com
6706 U.S. Hwy. 68 Mays Lick, KY 41055
MATHENY HEREFORDS
Andrew, Suzanne, Taylor Belle, Austin and Rylee Matheny amathenyherefords@gmail.com
TUCKER STOCK FARMS
Registered Angus and Polled Herefords
John A. Tucker, II 1790 Hidden Valley Lane Hudson, KY 40145 270-617-0301
BULLS ALWAYS FOR SALE
MARYLAND
EAST SIDE FARM
Registered Polled Herefords
Jay and Shelly Stull 10718-A Liberty Rd. Frederick, MD 21701 301-898-8552 www.eastsidehereford.com eastsidehereford@comcast.net Visitors welcome!
MacNaughton Farms
12967 N. Cochran Rd., Grand Ledge, MI 48837
Ron’s Cell 517-230-7431
Jill’s Cell 517-627-4327 jilllemac@aol.com
MINNESOTA
David and Lorie Kitchell Family
Matthew & Darci, Dawson and Dutton Kitchell 3471 State Hwy. 200 • Ada, MN 56510-9260 701-799-7690 • www.dakitchfarms.com
Jerry and Shelly Delaney & Family 2071 C.R. 101 • Lake Benton, MN 56149 507-368-9284 • 507-820-0661 Jerry cell jdh@delaneyherefords.com • www.delaneyherefords.com
103 Earl McGuffee Rd. New Hebron, MS 39140 www.mcguffeeherefords.com
Joe McGuffee 601-672-0245 Ryan McGuffee 601-668-1000 ryanmcgu@bellsouth.net Tyler Russell 601-331-0409
MISSOURI
Jacob, Michelle and Andrew Wolfrey 3859 Federal Hill Rd. • Jarrettsville, MD 21084 410-692-5029 • GGSC@grimmelfarms.com www.grimmelgirlsshowcattle.com
SCH Polled Herefords
Samuel C. and Linda Hunter • 301-824-4771 13651 Newcomers Rd., Hagerstown, MD 21742
HERD SIRES: KCF Bennett York D377, KCF Bennett D367 G391, KCF Bennett 776 G413 and SCH Sensation D503 G4
MICHIGAN
W7048 C.R. 356 • Stephenson, MI 49887
Glenn Hanson, Sr 9 06-753-4684
Glenn Hanson, Jr 9 06-630-5169 “Cattle made for the North in the North”
Squaw Creek Ranch 20 miles east of Billings www.mcmurrycattle.com mcmurrycattle@gmail.com
Richard and Shirley Bruce and Tammy 406-544-1536 Kurt and Jessica 406-239-5113 P.O. Box 30055, Gold Creek, MT 59733 bruce@thomasherefords.com www.thomasherefords.com
Wichman Herefords
www.wichmanherefords.com
Registered bulls and females for sale by private treaty. Proven bloodlines, longevity, performance, functional justinwichman22@gmail.com
Justin and Carmen Wichman 1921 Wichman Rd. 406-350-3123 cell Moore, MT 59464 406-374-6833 home
www.ehlkeherefords.com
BULLS For Sale in the Spring Howard Moss 895 Whitetail Rd., Whitehall, MT 59759 406-287-9947 Feddes
John and Ted Kriese – 4385 Italy Hill Road – Branchport, NY 14418 315-856-0234 hereford@frontiernet.net www.fingerlakescattle.com BREEDING CATTLE BUILT
C. Porter Claxton Jr. 240 Upper Flat Creek Rd. Weaverville, NC 28787
828-645-9127 cpcfarm@msn.com Sales: Wayne Welch 828-768-3024 Visit our website to see current offering — www.claxtonfarmcattle.com Ten miles north of Asheville, N.C., on future I-26 West
Since 1945 – Quality Line 1 Cattle For Sale! Winn Woodard 615-389-2624 • Phil Spicer 615-351-2810
4948 William Woodard R d. S pringfield , TN 37172
TEXAS
ATLAS FARMS
Your source for top end bulls and females. Jimmy, Claudia and Precious Atlas 4920 CR 401 • Grandview, TX 76050 214-202-5178 • 817-456-4691 atlasfarms@sbcglobal.net
Terri Barber 817-727-6107
Jason Barber 817-718-5821
Dale Barber 806-673-1965
Bill or Chad Breeding 1301 N. Lions • P.O. Box 186 8 06-868-4661 or 806-570-9554 Miami, TX 79059 b reeder@amaonline.com
Pete and Angela Case P.O. Box 240, Mertzon, TX 76941 325-650-6209 • pete@caseranch.com www.caseranch.com
Jack and Lyn Chastain 3924 Burkett Dr. Ft. Worth, TX 76116 817-821-3544
Farm located at Mineral Wells, TX
Mike Doyle P.O. Box 82 | Wolfe City, TX 75496 214-240-4538 | mike@acecreditconsulting.com doyleherefordranch.com
DUDLEY BROS.
Box 10, Comanche, TX 76442 • Office 325-356-2284
John Dudley 325-642-0745
Tom Dudley 325-642-0748 john@dudleybros.com www.DudleyBros.com Registered Herefords Since 1938
Harry and Cheryl Grett 512-585-2948 P.O. Box 969 Elgin, TX 78621 g3ranch@aol.com
Lee & Jacqui Haygood
923 Hillside Ave. Canadian, TX 79014 806-323-2906
lee@indianmoundranch.com indianmoundranch.com Noack Herefords 116 E. Bell Ave. Rockdale, TX 76567 Cell 979-218-0065 Office 512-446-6200 BULLS OUT OF GOOD MILKING FEMALES FOR SALE
rockinwranch.net Seth Koetting, manager 806-584-4922 5749 Rocking Chair Ln. Ft. McKavett, TX 76841 www.therockingchairranch.com Raising cattle in Texas since 1855 Joey and Susan Skrivanek, owners 407 W. Mustang • Caldwell, TX 77836 Cell 979-224-4698 • Office 979-567-3131 j.skrivanekranch@outlook.com
Larry Woodson Bonham, TX 214-491-7017 larrywoodson@gmail.com www.stillriverranch.com
MARBLELATION!
SUNNY HILL RANCH
Horned and Polled
Pete Johnson, owner St Hwy 94 • Lufkin, TX 75904 936-465-1672 • pljmhj@yahoo.com http://www.sunnyhillranchherefords.com Southeast Texas Bull Sale Headquarters
4609 Airport Freeway Ft. Worth, Texas 76117 817-831-3161 texashereford@sbcglobal.net www.texashereford.org
UTAH
Rod Curtis 435-770-0509 rod@cachefeeds.com herefords1@hotmail.com
JB
Herefords 3847 W. 2200 S. • Wellsville, UT 84339 www.jbherefords.com
Billy Jensen 435-764-2422 Kyson Smith 435-421-9032 jbherefords@gmail.com Jensen Brothers Herefords – Since 1920
Jonathan and Craig Johansen Castle Dale, UT • 435-650-8466 johansenherefords@gmail.com www.johansenherefords.com Line One Performance Breeding Since 1979
Jake Rees 801-668-8613 Scott Rees 801-949-8960 Roger Rees, DVM 801-913-5747 Herefords & Angus ReesCattle.com reescattle@gmail.com
2235 E. Rees Ln.•Morgan
VIRGINIA
P.O. Box 187 • Purcellville, VA 20134 703-850-5501 Cell • 703-368-5812 Office Featuring Polled Descendants of J215 Thistle Tree Farm
Linda Lonas
WASHINGTON
Bill Cox 688 Pataha St. Pomeroy, WA 99347 509-566-7050 cell cxranch@live.com
McClun’s Lazy JM Ranch
Polled Herefords and Angus Raising Herefords since 1967
Jim and Jerri McClun and Family 1929 Rd. 60 • Veteran, WY 82243 • 307-837-2524 Cell 307-534-5141 • jkmcclun@wyomail.com www.mcclunranch.com
Private Treaty Sales and Annual Production Sale in April Selling Herefords for 80 years P.O.
SINCE 1943
DIAMOND M RANCH
SELLING 1,500 HEREFORDS ANNUALLY “The great feedlot performance cattle” The McIrvins Box 99 Laurier, WA 509-684-4380
Winter Headquarters 646 Lake Rd. Burbank, WA 99323 509-545-5676
WISCONSIN
Marty, Shannon, Matt and Derrick Wilcox 17912 S. Hwy. 195 Spangle, WA 99031
509-953-2535 – Marty www.wilcoxfamilycattle.com
Kevin and Janice Bennett 3752 Ollie Bell Rd. Benton, WI 53803
Jay and Janice Berry 3049 C.R. 225 Cheyenne, WY 82009 307-634-5178 • www.wherecowmenbuybulls.com
LARGENT and SONS
Hereford Cattle Since 1902 P.O. Box 66 • Kaycee, WY 82639 307-738-2443 or 307-267-3229 Cell Sale Date – Nov. 16, 2023 largentandsons@yahoo.com www.largentandsons.com
www.JamesFBessler.com Jim@JamesFBessler.com
4812 McBreyer Pl. Fort Worth, TX 76244-6083 O: 817-562-8980 • Fax: 817-562-8981
Joel Birdwell, Auctioneer 5880 State Hwy. 33 Kingfisher, OK 73750
Home: 405-375-6630 Cell: 405-368-1058
Eddie Burks , Auctioneer 531 Rick Rd. Park City, KY 42160 270-991-6398 Cell endburks@hotmail.com 7710 North State Rd 56 Vevay, IN 47043 540-336-2737
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C. Scanlon Daniels, DVM PO Box 1150 3216 US Hwy 54 East Dalhart, TX 79022
806-244-7851 office 806-333-2829 mobile www.circleh.info scanlon@circleh.info
Cane Creek Cattle Co.
Mobridge, S.D. | March 1
Auctioneer: Seth Weishaar
Reported by: Aaron Friedt
Lots Gross Average
47 bulls $290,000 $6,170
TOP BULL LOTS
$25,000 — CCCC Scotch 481M ET
DOB 2/29/2024, by LCX Perfecto 11B ET, sold to Hansmeier & Son Inc., Bristol.
$11,000 — CCCC Sherman 45C 448M ET
DOB 2/8/2024, by Churchill W4 Sherman 2157K ET, sold to Coffin Butte Farm & Ranch, New Leipzig, N.D.
$10,500 — CCCC Sherman 7401 484M ET
DOB 3/1/2024, by Churchill W4 Sherman
2157K ET, sold to Jace Booth, Timber Lake.
$10,500 — CCCC Sherman 7401 422M ET
DOB 2/9/2024, by Churchill W4 Sherman 2157K ET, sold to Pat Thorstenson, Selby.
$9,000 — CCCC Sling Shot 33D 485M ET
DOB 3/3/2024, by Land Slinger 2296 1046, sold to Jim Miller, Isabel.
Kentucky Beef Expo
Louisville, Ky. | March 1
Auctioneer: Dale Stith
Reported by: Corbin Cowles
Lots Gross
TOP BULL LOT
$7,000 — JC B413 Bold Ruler 49ZL
DOB 6/16/2023, by EFBeef BR Validated B413, consigned by JC Cattle Co., Norman, Ind., sold to Misty Freeman, Maysville (1/2 interest).
TOP FEMALE LOT
$12,500 — MCS Queen of Hearts 325 ET
DOB 10/29/2024, by TFR KU Roll the Dice 1326, consigned by Mary Carter Shirley, Sparta, Tenn., sold to Crow Cattle Co., Danville, Ala.
Utah Polled & Horned Hereford Assn.
Salina, Utah | March 1
Auctioneer: Wayne Cowley
Reported by: Emilee Holt
Lots
TOP BULL LOTS
$7,200 — CFC Perfecto 237M
DOB 12/13/2023, by BG LCC 11B Perfecto 84F, consigned by Cortney Christensen, Central Valley, sold to Keyhole Ranch Operations, Utah.
$6,800 — JNO Cowboy Evolution 410M
DOB 3/10/2024, by JNO Cowboy 101, consigned by Oliver Bros. Herefords, Levan, sold to Thomas Riggs, Arizona.
$6,200 — JNO Core Time
DOB 5/2/2023, by JNO Cowboy 101, consigned by Oliver Bros. Herefords, sold to Robert Shepherd, Utah.
$6,200 — JNO Kick Start Boy
DOB 3/26/2023, by JNO Cowboy 101, consigned by Oliver Bros. Herefords, sold to T N Ranching, Utah.
TOP FEMALE LOT
$5,000 — JNO Cowgirl Up 425M
DOB 4/2/2024, by JNO Cowboy 101, consigned by Oliver Bros. Herefords, sold to Bastian, Utah.
Wisconsin Hereford Assn.
Fennimore, Wis. | March 1
Auctioneer: Justin Stout
Reported by: Corbin Cowles
Lots Gross Average 9 bulls $43,000 $4,778
TOP BULL LOT
$6,500 — MGM Vanguard Sensation 24L
DOB 8/1/2023, by Birdwell Vanguard 5022 9337, consigned by MGM Polled Herefords, Hartford, sold to Bergman Farms, Augusta.
TOP FEMALE LOTS
$10,000 — MGM Vanguard Gem 14L
DOB 4/4/2023, by Birdwell Vanguard 5022 9337; consigned by MGM Polled Herefords, and a January bull calf, by JW 1857 Merit 21134, sold to Garrett Dobson, Rensselaer, Ind.
$6,500 — PHH 025 Pearl 480 ET
DOB 4/8/2024, by KJ 753D Tomahawk 605K ET, consigned by Pierces Hereford Haven, Baraboo, sold to Sienna Bengston, Roberts.
$6,000 — PRR Willow 2L
DOB 5/5/2023, by K Rustic 711 ET, consigned by Plum River Ranch, Monroe, sold to Calsyn Herefords, Mt. Carroll, Ill.
$6,000 — DBS G060 Luann C12 L32
DOB 5/6/2023, by Huth A025 Victor 33Z G060, consigned by Schulz Polled Herefords, Iron Ridge, sold to Elizabeth Olson, Wayland, Iowa.
Harrell Hereford Ranch
Baker City, Ore. | March 3
Auctioneer: Rick Machado
Reported by: Emilee Holt
Lots Gross Average
123 bulls $920,995 $7,488
30 females $112,290 $3,743
153 overall $1,033,285 $6,753
40 comm. heifers $109,125 $2,728
TOP BULL LOTS
$26,000 — H5 1115J Domino 4106
DOB 2/7/2024, by CL 1 Domino 1115J 1ET, sold to Carmichael, South Dakota.
$20,000 — H5 2912 New Standard 4213 ET
DOB 2/18/2024, by Birdwell New Standard 2912 ET, sold to Amundsen, North Dakota.
$20,000 — H5 9241 Advance 4362
DOB 4/3/2024, by H5 5019 Advance 9241, sold to Luzaich, Missouri.
$19,000 — H5 2912 New Standard 4198 ET
DOB 2/17/2024, by Birdwell New Standard 2912 ET, sold to Bennett, Wisconsin.
$18,000 — H5 1115J Domino 4273
DOB 2/24/2024, by CL 1 Domino 1115J 1ET, sold to Anderson, Idaho.
$17,500 — H5 175J Domino 4125
DOB 2/9/2024, by CL 1 Domino 175J ET, sold to Dudley, Texas.
$12,000 — H5 1115J Domino 4200
DOB 2/17/2024, by CL 1 Domino 1115J ET, sold to Henslee, Idaho.
$12,000 — H5 2912 New Standard 4174
DOB 2/14/2024, by Birdwell New Standard 2912 ET, sold to Chapman, Washington.
$11,500 — H5 2267 Harvest 4238
DOB 2/21/2024, by H5 H033 Harvest 2267 ET, sold to Henslee.
$10,500 — H5 2267 Harvest 495
DOB 2/5/2024, by H5 H033 Harvest 2267 ET, sold to Rietmann, Oregon.
$10,000 — H5 011 Domino 487
DOB 2/5/2024, by H5 215Z Domino 011, sold to Brown, Oklahoma.
TOP FEMALE LOT
$5,500 — H5 Ms 1174 Historic 498
DOB 2/6/2024, by H5 9241 Advance 1174, sold to Landt, Iowa.
Kester Herefords
Atkinson, Neb. | March 3
Auctioneer: Corey Curtis
Reported by: Aaron Friedt
Lots Gross Average
56 bulls
29 comm. heifers
TOP BULL LOTS
$357,250 $6,379
$75,850 $2,616
$13,000 — Kest H60 106H Omaha L117
DOB 9/1/2023, by JDH AH Lincoln 106H ET, sold to Marty Kerkman, Clearwater.
$13,000 — Kest 2065 J83 Scud 590M ET
DOB 2/25/2024, by Kest 14D 9359 Spongie J83, sold to Narjes Cattle Co., Sidney.
$11,000 — Kest 127F H56 Okie L106
DOB 8/16/2023, by Kest 72 7850 Okmulgee H56, sold to Kyle Gubbels, Atkinson.
$10,500 — Kest 215G H56 Okie 603M ET
DOB 3/8/2024, by Kest 72 7850 Okmulgee H56, sold to Kyle Gubbels.
$10,000 — Kest 215G H56 Okie 611M ET
DOB 3/12/2024, by Kest 72 7850 Okmulgee H56, sold to Schroeder Cattle, Garland.
$9,750 — Kest 2065 H56 Okie 560M ET
DOB 2/10/2024, by Kest 72 7850 Okmulgee H56, sold to Thiele Farms, Clearwater.
Schutte & Sons
Guide Rock, Neb. | March 4
Auctioneer: Joel Birdwell
Reported by: Aaron Friedt
Lots
39 bulls
34 females
73 overall
5 comm. heifers
TOP BULL LOTS
Gross
$250,750
$130,700
$381,450
$13,250
$9,250 — S&S 39H Warrior 14L
Average
$6,429
$3,844
$5,225
$2,650
DOB 3/14/2023, by S&S Warrior 39H, sold to Bill Stevens, Polk.
$9,000 — S&S 39H Warrior 7L
DOB 3/10/2023, by S&S Warrior 39H, sold to USA Ranch, Abiquiu, N.M.
$8,750 — S&S Broadway 55L ET
DOB 3/28/2023, by Churchill Broadway 858F, sold to Cooper Polled Herefords, Mondamin, Iowa.
$8,750 — S&S Broadway 64L ET
DOB 4/1/2023, by Churchill Broadway 858F, sold to Kuhlmann Farms LLC, Byron.
$8,500 — S&S 29J Endure 25L
DOB 3/17/2023, by S&S Endure 29J, sold to Nathan Cole, Curtis.
$8,500 — S&S 29J Endure 65L
DOB 4/1/2023, by S&S Endure 29J, sold to Kevin Baetz, Smith Center, Kan.
Jensen Ranch
Courtland, Kan. | March 6
Auctioneer: Dustin Layton
Reported by: Aaron Friedt Lots Gross Average 65 bulls $598,250
TOP
BULL LOTS
$40,000 — KJ 488G Justice 606M
DOB 3/25/2024, by KJ TWJ 907E Liberty 159H ET, sold to S T Genetics, Navasota, Texas.
$27,000 — KJ 855H Harvester 540M
DOB 3/2/2024, by UPS Harvester 9985, sold to Royal K Ranch, Caldwell, Texas.
$25,000 — KJ J20 Harvester M55 ET
DOB 1/26/2024, by UPS Harvester 9985, sold to Littau Polled Herefords, Balko, Okla.
$20,000 — KJ 662K Confidence 414M
DOB 1/24/2024, by KJ IF 45C Confidence 609K ET, sold to Robby Gray, Hutchinson.
$20,000 — KJ E59J Confidence 425M
DOB 1/25/2024, by KJ IF 45C Confidence 609K ET, sold to Smith Cattle Co., Batesland, S.D.
$19,000 — KJ 7603 Impact 552M ET
DOB 3/8/2024, by KJ GKB 364C Impact 249J ET, sold to Robby Gray.
$17,000 — KJ 611K Rancher 468M ET
DOB 2/13/2024, by KJ F31 Rancher 763K, sold to Sugg Hereford Ranch, Huntsville, Ark.
$15,000 — KJ 304F Harvester 371L
DOB 10/17/2023, by UPS Harvester 9985, sold to Jeff and Meita Lyne, Lincoln.
$15,000 — KJ 328F Intent 450M ET
DOB 2/5/2024, by KJ GKB 364C Impact 249J ET, sold to Spaeth Farms, Cadott, Wis.
$14,500 — KJ 623K Saltgrass 471M ET
DOB 2/13/2024, by KJ F31 Rancher 763K, sold to Breasbois Farms, Merrill, Mich.
$12,000 — KJ J20 Reckoning M71 ET
DOB 2/14/2024, by KJ F31 Rancher 763K, sold to Weathers Farms, Yuma, Colo.
$11,000 — KJ 788K Prowler 420M
DOB 1/25/2024, by KJ F31 Rancher 763K, sold to Dagan Murray, Auburn.
Express Ranches
Yukon, Okla. | March 7
Auctioneers: Matt Sims, Dustin Layton
Reported by: Cord Weinheimer
Lots Gross Average 28 bulls $199,500 $7,125
TOP BULL LOTS
$24,000 — EXR Lawman 4201 ET
DOB 1/2/2024, by Churchill Desperado 029H, sold to GKB Cattle, Desdemona, Texas; and The Prairie Cross, Sherman, Ill.
$9,000 — EXR Desperado 3295 ET
DOB 8/2/2023, by Churchill Desperado 029H, sold to Bulling Cattle Co., Mulhall.
$9,000 — EXR Roughneck 3116
DOB 10/3/2023, by Churchill Roughneck
0280H ET, sold to Sterling Smith, Geary.
$9,000 — EXR Roughneck 3118
DOB 10/4/2023, by Churchill Roughneck 0280H ET, sold to Sterling Smith.
Boyd Beef Cattle
Mays Lick, Ky. | March 8
Auctioneers: Eddie Burks, Dale Stith
Reported by: Corbin Cowles
Lots Gross Average
26 bulls $218,750 $8,413
TOP BULL LOTS
$60,000 — Boyd Runway 4028
DOB 1/7/2024, by KCF Bennett Monument
J338, sold to Select Sires Inc., Plain City, Ohio; Dale Stith, Mays Lick; Clifford Farms, Cynthiana; Trowbridge Farms, Ghent, N.Y.; and LT’s South Dakota Farm, Bloomsburg, Pa. (3/4 interest).
$10,000 — ASM 405B 254G
Capstone 408M ET
DOB 1/26/2024, by NJW 139C 103C Ridge 254G, consigned by Matheny Herefords, Mays Lick, sold to Evan Seitz, Londonderry, Ohio.
$10,000 — Boyd Gold Plated 4053
DOB 2/16/2024, by Boyd Power Surge 9024, sold to Will Hilty, Mt. Pleasant, Pa.
$9,500 — ASM 29K 956J Imprint 402M
DOB 12/22/2023, by TH 6153 Imprint 956J ET, consigned by Matheny Herefords, sold to Underwood Farms, Campbellsville.
$9,500 — Boyd Rancher 4010
DOB 1/2/2024, by NJW 139C 103C Ridge 254G, sold to Gregg Marks, Bristol, Tenn.
$9,250 — ASM 708E 183F Freedom 421M ET DOB 3/1/2024, by TH Masterplan 183F, sold to Orr’s Acre Polled Herefords, Lyndonville, Vt.
$9,000 — ASM 016H 156J Confirm 416M ET DOB 2/8/2024, by NJW 202C173DSteadfast 156J ET, consigned by Matheny Herefords, sold to DRS Herefords, Guston.
$7,500 — ASM 016H 156Jmpact 406M ET DOB 1/25/2024, by NJW 202C173DSteadfast 156J ET, consigned by Matheny Herefords, sold to Sweet T Farm, Cynthiana, and Simpson Polled Herefords, Dry Ridge.
Doyle Hereford Ranch
Wolfe City, Texas | March 8
Auctioneer: Dustin Layton
Reported by: Cord Weinheimer
Lots Gross Average
54 bulls
76
TOP BULL LOTS
$20,000 — DHR Stardance 672 Domino 381 DOB 9/19/2023, by Stardance M8086 ET, sold to O H Triangle Ranch, San Angelo (3/4 interest).
$10,000 — DHR 1103 7131 215Z Domino 372 DOB 9/28/2023, by LW 7131 Domino 1103J ET, sold to David Doyle, Strawberry, Ark. (3/4 interest)
$10,000 — DHR Guardian Molasses 417ET DOB 1/3/2024, by C GKB Guardian 1015 ET, sold to Bear Creek Farm, Leonard (3/4 interest).
$8,500 — DHR 1103 7131 Domino 377 DOB 9/10/2023, by LW 7131 Domino 1103J ET, sold to Jeff Munn, Tyler.
TOP FEMALE LOT
$9,250 — DHR Guardian 1015 Lady 464ET DOB 1/2/2024, by C GKB Guardian 1015 ET, sold to W4 Ranch, Morgan.
DOB 11/17/2023, by UU Belmar 8082F, consigned by Bird Herefords, Halfway, sold to Phillip Sealock, Toppenish, Wash.
$6,500 — CT 8086 Napoleon 425 DOB 11/21/2023, by Stardance M8086 ET, consigned by Cheryl Thomas, Hood River, sold to AW Ranch, Craigmont, Idaho.
$6,500 — Bird 8086 Mud Flat 418 DOB 11/18/2023, by Stardance M8086 ET, consigned by Bird Herefords, sold to Calvin Shaffer, Elgin.
$6,500 — WF G-84 Dynamo 012 366 DOB 9/19/2023, by KJ TJ 745D Agent G84 ET, consigned by Wilcox & Family Cattle Co., Spangle, Wash., sold to Steelhammer Family Farms, Rochester, Wash.
$6,250 — Bird 719 Shell Shock 407 DOB 11/15/2023, by Churchill Rough Rider 719E, consigned by Bird Herefords, sold to Sharron Tarter, Elgin.
Tennessee Beef Agribition
Lebanon, Tenn. | March 8
Auctioneer: Tommy Carper
Reported by: Tommy Coley
Lots Gross Average
5 bulls
38 females $140,250
TOP BULL LOT
$7,750 — DCF 106J Perfecto 26L
DOB 5/2/2023, by Loewen DCF Perfecto 864F 5J, consigned by Deep Cattle Co., Columbia, Ala.; sold to Anna-Kate, Hannah-Jane and Emmy FaeFawn Davis, Lynnville.
TOP FEMALE LOTS
$7,250 — JC Manifest Lady 87G 211K
DOB 9/18/2022, by NJW 133A 6589 Manifest 87G ET, consigned by Coley Herefords, Lafayette; and a January heifer calf, by Churchill Advance 248K, sold to Harlan Farm, Summer Shade, Ky.
$7,200 — LVF Lauren 6153 15J
DOB 3/2/2021, by Boyd 31Z Blueprint 6153, consigned by Liberty Valley Farm, Petersburg; and an October heifer calf, by H FHF Avance 628 ET, sold to Tennessee River Music Inc., Fort Payne, Ala.
$6,500 — LVF Cricket 628 9050 511J
DOB 5/2/2021, by H FHF Advance 628 ET, consigned by Liberty Valley Farm; and a November heifer calf, by ECR 628 Ivys Advance 8923 ET, sold to Lazy E Farm, Auburn, Ky.
$6,500 — JC Lady Mandate 6589 302L
DOB 8/29/2023, by /S Mandate 66589 ET, consigned by Coley Herefords, sold to Ashley Hackett, Lafayette.
$6,500 — LVF Martha 51J 628 1301
DOB 2/13/2021, by H FHF Advance 628 ET, consigned by Liberty Valley Farm, sold to Triple H Farms, Lawrenceburg.
Holden Herefords
Valier, Mont. | March 10
Auctioneer: Joe Goggins
Reported by: Kevin Murnin
TOP
BULL LOTS
$110,000 — HH Advance 4128M
DOB 1/15/2024, by HH Advance 2123K, sold to Van Newkirk Herefords, Oshkosh, Neb., and JLB Ranch, Douglas, Kan. (1/2 interest).
$70,000 — HH Advance 4056M ET
DOB 1/6/2024, by HH Advance 1128J ET, sold to Barber Ranch, Channing, Texas; GKB Cattle, Desdemona, Texas; and Colyer Herefords, Bruneau, Idaho (3/4 interest).
$65,000 — HH Advance 4005M ET
DOB 12/30/2023, by CL 1 Domino 1115J 1ET, sold to Flying S Herefords, Paluxy, Texas, and Coates Ranch, Mertzon, Texas (3/4 interest).
$55,000 — HH Advance 4177M ET
DOB 1/21/2024, by HH Advance 1045L, sold to Ridder Hereford Ranch, Callaway, Neb. (3/4 interest).
$35,000 — HH Advance 4265M
DOB 3/20/2024, by CL 1 Domino 8146F 1ET, sold to Daniel & Winston Tanner, Naylor, Ga. (1/2 interest).
$50,000 — HH Advance 4027M ET
DOB 1/3/2024, by HH advance 0159H, sold to B&D Herefords, Claflin, Kan., and EF1 Cattle Co., Carpio, N.D. (3/4 interest).
$60,000 — HH Advance 4166M
DOB 1/20/2024, by HH Advance 2216K, sold to Baumgarten Cattle Co., Belfield, N.D., and Hermann Ranch, Lemmon, S.D.
$45,000 — HH Advance 4172M ET
DOB 1/20/2024, by CL 1 Domino 744E, sold to Van Newkirk Herefords.
$30,000 — HH Advance 4190M ET
DOB 1/23/2024, by HH Advance 0043H, sold to Buford Ranches LLC, Hominy, Okla. (3/4 interest).
$37,500 — HH Advance 4094M ET
DOB 1/10/2024, by HH Advance 1128J ET, sold to Debter Hereford Farm, Horton, Ala.
TOP FEMALE LOT
$24,000 — HH Miss Advance 4245M
DOB 2/8/2024, by HH Advance 1128J ET, sold to Steve Bodner, Raynesford, Mont.
Cooper Hereford Ranch
Willow Creek, Mont. | March 11
Auctioneer: Joe Goggins
Reported by: Kevin Murnin
Lots Gross Average
91 bulls $1,431,500 $15,731
25 females $184,000 $7,360
116 overall $1,615,500 $13,927
TOP BULL LOTS
$120,000 — CL 1 Domino 456M 1ET
DOB 1/11/2024, by CL 1 Domino 267K 1ET, sold to Churchill Cattle Co., Manhattan, and Buford Ranches LLC, Hominy, Okla. (3/4 interest).
$100,000 — CL 1 Domino 4154M
DOB 1/18/2024, by CL 1 Domino 2230K, sold to Holden Herefords, Valier, and EF1 Cattle Co., Carpio, N.D. (3/4 interest).
$40,000 — CL 1 Domino 444M
DOB 1/10/2024, by CL 1 Domino 2230K, sold to L Bar W Cattle Co., Absarokee (3/4 interest).
$42,000 — CL 1 Domino 451M
DOB 1/10/2024, by CL 1 Domino 0186H, sold to Hoffman Ranch, Thedford, Neb., and Ward Livestock, Laramie, Wyo.
$40,000 — CL 1 Domino 4189M
DOB 1/22/2024, by CL 1 Domino 121J 1ET, sold to Stroh Hereford Ranch, Killdeer, N.D.
$30,000 — CL 1 Domino 412M
DOB 1/5/2024, by CL 1 Domino 175J 1ET, sold to B&D Herefords, Claflin, Kan. (3/4 interest).
$32,500 — CL 1 Domino 4193M 1ET
DOB 1/22/2024, by CL 1 Domino 267K 1ET, sold to Van Newkirk Herefords, Oshkosh, Neb.; and Carmichael Herefords, Meadow, S.D.
$30,000 — CL 1 Domino 454M 1ET
DOB 1/10/2024, by CL 1 Domino 2126K 1ET, sold to BB Cattle Co., Connell, Wash., and Adam Clark, Harrison.
TOP FEMALE LOT
$17,000 — CL 1 Dominette 429M
DOB 1/8/2024, by CL 1 Domino 2114K 1ET, sold to Jeff and Tami Berger, Melville.
Harvie Ranching
Olds, Alberta | March 11
Auctioneer: Ryan Dorran
Reported by: Kevin Murnin
Reported in Canadian Funds
Lots
17 bulls
Gross Average
$222,500
$13,088
TOP BULL LOTS
$20,000 — Harvie Shooter 76M
DOB 2/1/2024, by Land Makers Mark 2072ET, sold to Wheatland Cattle Co., Mortlach, Saskatchewan (1/2 interest).
$15,000 — Harvie OVHF Mindgame 171M
DOB 2/28/2024, by NJW PMH Commitment
137J ET, sold to Lee Ranch, Melville, Mont.
$14,500 — Harvie Destination 98M
DOB 2/7/2024, by Land Makers Mark 2072ET, sold to Scott McNabb, Ontario.
$14,500 — Harvie Chief ET 92M
DOB 2/4/2024, by Land Makers Mark 2072ET, sold to L A H Farms, New Brunswick.
$14,000 — Harvie Windfall ET 101M
DOB 2/7/2024, by NJW OMH Commitment 137J ET, sold to Goodine Farms, Bear Island, New Brunswick.
L Bar W Cattle Co.
Absarokee, Mont. | March 12
Auctioneer: Justin Stout
Reported by: Kevin Murnin
Lots Gross Average
65 bulls
13 females
$416,750
$50,750
78 overall $467,500
$6,412
$3,904
$5,994
TOP BULL LOTS
$30,000 — LW 0022 Advance 4027M ET
DOB 1/7/2024, by HH Advance 0022H ET, sold to Knippling Bros., Gann Valley, S.D.
$19,500 — LW 075 Domino 4037M ET
DOB 1/9/2024, by LW 7131 Domino 075H, sold to Behms Hereford Ranch, Burlington, N.D.
$14,000 — LW 0022 Advance 4049M ET
DOB 1/12/2024, by HH Advance 0022H ET, sold to 3210 Angus, Columbus.
$14,000 — LW 1190 Domino L2306 ET
DOB 9/13/2023, by CL 1 Domino 1190J 1ET, sold to 3210 Angus.
$11,000 — LW 0159 Advance 4089M
DOB 1/21/2024, by HH Advance 0159H, sold to Behms Hereford Ranch.
Ravine Creek Ranch
Huron, S.D. | March 12
Auctioneer: Chisum Peterson
Reported by: Aaron Friedt
Lots Gross Average
40 bulls $188,750 $4,719
TOP BULL LOTS
$10,500 — RV Valor Lad 925M
DOB 2/26/2024, by RV Valor 9444G ET, sold to Peskey Farms, Iroquois.
$8,250 — RV Genesis Lad 425M ET
DOB 3/29/2024, by Loewen Genesis G16 ET, sold to Stahly Farms, Cavour.
Udy Cattle Co.
Rockland, Idaho | March 12
Auctioneer: Butch Booker
Reported by: Emilee Holt
TOP BULL LOTS
$10,500 — UCC Endure 357
DOB 3/9/2023, by UCC Endure 150, sold to an Idaho buyer.
$10,000 — UCC Dignified 319
DOB 2/15/2023, by TH 183F Dignified 179J, sold to an Idaho buyer.
$9,500 — UCC Houston 344
DOB 2/21/2023, by SHF Houston D287 H086, sold to a Utah buyer.
$9,000 — UCC Redbird 315
DOB 2/14/2023, by Birdwell Redbird 7098, sold to an Idaho buyer.
$8,750 — UCC Houston 340
DOB 2/20/2023, by SHF Houston D287 H086, sold to an Idaho buyer.
$8,750 — UCC Vanguard 307
DOB 1/28/2023, by Birdwell Vanguard 5022 9337, sold to a Nevada buyer.
$8,250 — UCC Houston 343
DOB 2/20/2023, by SHF Houston D287 H086, sold to an Idaho buyer.
TOP FEMALE LOT
$3,400 — UCC Miss Endure 482
DOB 4/15/2024, by UCC Endure 150, sold to an Idaho buyer.
Sleepy Hollow Farm
Centerville, S.D. | March 14
Auctioneer: Chisum Peterson
Reported by: Aaron Friedt
Buckeye Hereford Assn.
Columbus, Ohio | March 15
Auctioneer: Dale Stith
Reported by: Corbin Cowles
Lots Gross Average
6 bulls $25,200 $4,200
24 females $98,900 $4,121
30 overall $124,100 $4,137
TOP BULL LOT
$5,900 — Easy Rider ET
DOB 4/10/2023, by Churchill Red Baron 8300F ET, consigned by Pitt Herefords, Bellville, and Broken Rock Farms, Bellville, sold to Peters Grain & Livestock, Lockbourne.
TOP FEMALE LOTS
$8,000 — UHF U14G Kylie U17M
DOB 9/4/2024, by UHF 8Y Homeboy U14G, consigned by Ralph E. Ulman & Son, Graysville, sold to Nunnya Farm, Woodsfield.
$7,700 — TDP Lady 91J
DOB 3/27/2021, by Innisfail WHR X651/723 4013 ET, consigned by J&L Cattle Services, Jeromesville, sold to Brookside Farm, Mt. Pleasant, W.Va.; and a September heifer calf, by Churchill Red Thunder 133J ET, sold to Berg Polled Herefords, Dalton.
$7,300 — SCC TRG 515 Dominette L60 ET
DOB 9/1/2023, by KLD RW Marksman D87 ET, consigned by Shafer Cattle Co., Covington, sold to Ella Knight, Princeton, N.C.
Express Ranches
Yukon, Okla. | March 15
Auctioneers: Matt Sims, Dustin Layton
Reported by: Cord Weinheimer
Lots Gross Average
19 females $117,350 $6,176
TOP FEMALE LOTS
$30,000 — EXR High Class Kat 4270 ET
DOB 9/1/2024, by EXR Bankroll 8130 ET, sold to GKB Cattle, Desdemona, Texas.
$15,000 — EXR Elise 4060
DOB 7/25/2024, by RST Final Print 0016, sold to Vivian Lou Thompson, Troy, Ala.
$9,500 — EXR Valedictorian 4290 ET
DOB 10/2/2024, by RST Final Print 0016, sold to Logan Boyd, Mays Lick, Ky.
Falling Timber Farm
Marthasville, Mo. | March 15
Auctioneer: Jesse Bolin
Reported by: Kane Aegerter
Lots Gross Average
32 bulls $252,728 $7,898
46 females $220,481 $4,793
78 overall $473,209 $6,067
TOP BULL LOTS
$23,000 — FTF Washington 449M
DOB 1/16/2024, by KCF Bennett Monument
J338, sold to Why-Oh-Why Farm, Mt. Hermon, La.; West/Shelby, Denham Springs, La.; and Largent & Sons, Kaycee, Wyo.
$18,000 — FTF Landman 467M
DOB 1/18/2024, by TH Frontier 174E, sold to Bright Family Farms, Thompson.
TOP FEMALE LOTS
$8,750 — FTF Peach 0100H
DOB 3/31/2020, by FTF Powerhouse 6615D ET; and a January heifer calf, by ASM 405B Red Man 325L ET, sold to Dean McKibben, Liberal.
$8,750 — FTF Ms Frontier 0204H
DOB 12/14/2019, by TH Frontier 174E; and a January heifer calf, by Churchill W4 Sherman 2157K ET, sold to Wild Horse Hill Ranch, Boynton, Okla.
B&D Herefords
Odin, Kan. | March 17
Auctioneer: Justin Stout
Reported by: Aaron Friedt
Lots Gross Average
36 bulls
$258,500 $7,181
30 comm. heifers $131,200 $4,373
TOP BULL LOTS
$47,000 — B&D L1 Domino 3186 ET
DOB 9/3/2023, by CL 1 Domino 0186H, sold to Hoffman Ranch, Thedford, Neb.
$10,000 — B&D L1 Domino 3269
DOB 10/3/2023, by CL 1 Domino 8146F 1ET, sold to a Kansas buyer.
Flying S Herefords
Paluxy, Texas | March 18
Auctioneer: Dustin Layton
Reported by: Cord Weinheimer
Lots Gross Average
49 bulls
45 females
$327,500
$6,684
$187,300 $4,162
94 overall $514,800 $5,477
1 flush
$5,250 $5,250
25 semen units $2,500 $100
TOP BULL LOTS
$24,000 — FS Advance 3051L
DOB 9/11/2023, by HH Advance 1069J ET, sold to Daniel & Winston Tanner, Naylor, Ga.
$14,500 — FS Advance 3117L
DOB 11/12/2023, by HH Advance 7193E ET, sold to Melcher’s Herefords Inc., Page, Neb.
$13,000 — FS Advance 3050L
DOB 9/11/2023, by HH Advance 0043H, sold to Kim Koop, Hillsboro, Kan.
$10,500 — FS Advance 3028L
DOB 8/27/2023, by HH Advance 0043H, sold to Jim Penturf, Ogden, Ark.
TOP FEMALE LOT
$6,250 — FS Miss Advance 4006M
DOB 1/8/2024, by FS Advance 1060J, sold to Holden Herefords, Valier, Mont.
Bar Star Cattle
Musselshell, Mont. | March 20
Auctioneer: Greg Goggins
Reported by: Kevin Murnin
TOP BULL LOTS
$16,000 — Bar Star 0183 Maverick 3142 ET
DOB 9/9/2023, by PCC 7009 173D Maverick 0183 ET, sold to Burchill Herefords, Hunter, N.D.
$13,750 — Bar Star 2196 Divergent 4013
DOB 2/27/2024, by CRR 824 Divergent 170, sold to Ammerman Cattle, Kinsey.
$13,000 — Bar Star 410 Maverick 3137 ET
DOB 9/3/2023, by PCC 7009 173D Maverick 0183 ET, sold to Topp Herefords, Grace City, N.D.
$11,000 — Bar Star Vigilante 4031
DOB 3/7/2024, by Bar Star Nemeses 1213 ET, sold to Forder Land & Cattle, Highwood.
$10,000 — Bar Star 660 Trusted 3159
DOB 10/7/2023, by Ernst 6027 Trusted 857, sold to Jolly Ranch, Kit Carson, Colo.
GKB Cattle and Barber Ranch
Desdemona, Texas | March 20
Auctioneer: Dustin Layton
Reported by: Cord Weinheimer
Lots Gross Average
83 bulls $645,250 $7,774
TOP BULL LOTS
$20,000 — BR F007 Tradewinds 3301
DOB 10/17/2023, by BR Rare Air ET, consigned by Barber Ranch, Channing, sold to GKB Cattle, Desdemona (1/2 interest).
$31,000 — GKB Guardian L100 ET
DOB 1/5/2023, by C GKB Guardian 1015 ET, consigned by GKB Cattle, sold to White Rock Hereford Ranch, Milford.
$13,000 — GKB Final Chapter L182 ET
DOB 11/21/2023, by EKS DWK B26 Final Chapter J10, consigned by GKB Cattle, sold to JL Glass Ranch, Big Spring.
$12,500 — GKB Guardian L156 ET
DOB 9/29/2023, by C GKB Guardian 1015 ET, consigned by GKB Cattle, sold to Bar Oak Ranch, Tolar.
$12,000 — GKB Makers Mark 3633
DOB 11/23/2023, by Green JCS Makers Mark 229G ET, consigned by GKB Cattle, sold to Oak Grove Land Co. Inc., Hattiesburg, Miss.
$12,000 — GKB Final Chapter L181 ET
DOB 11/26/2023, by EKS DWK B26 Final Chapter J10, consigned by GKB Cattle, sold to Royal K Ranch, Caldwell.
$11,500 — GKB Final Chapter L155 ET
DOB 9/24/2023, by EKS DWK B26 Final Chapter J10, consigned by GKB Cattle, sold to D P Smith & Son, Llano.
$11,000 — BR 1202 Millenial 3268
DOB 9/25/2023, by BR Genesis 1202, consigned by Barber Ranch, sold to Jeffcoat Cattle Co., Smyer.
$11,000 — BR J005 Sherwood 3306
DOB 10/20/2023, by BR Genesis J005 ET, consigned by Barber Ranch, sold to Jeffcoat Cattle Co.
$10,500 — GKB Arlo L197 ET
DOB 12/21/2023, by C Arlo 2135 ET, consigned by GKB Cattle, sold to Micheli Hereford Ranch, Fort Bridger, Wyo.
$10,500 — GKB Makers Mark 3423
DOB 9/25/2023, by Green JCS Makers Mark 229G ET, consigned by GKB Cattle, sold to Royal K Ranch.
$10,000 — GKB Houston L149 ET
DOB 9/12/2023, by SHF Houston D287 H086, consigned by GKB Cattle, sold to 4B Herefords, Hennessey, Okla.
$10,000 — BR McGregor 3237
DOB 8/30/2023, by BR Charles Hutton 6033, consigned by Barber Ranch, sold to Hines Cattle Co., High Springs, Fla.
$10,000 — BR J005 Speed Dial 3288
DOB 10/14/2023, by BR Genesis J005 ET, consigned by Barber Ranch, sold to Hannah Wright, Omaha.
K7 Herefords
Lockridge, Iowa | March 20
Auctioneer: Cody Lowderman
Reported by: Corbin Cowles
Lots Gross Average
21 bulls
13 females
34 overall
2 comm. heifers
TOP BULL LOTS
$102,100 $4,862
$40,500 $3,115
$142,600 $4,194
$5,800 $2,900
$13,000 — K7 Lad 2431 BC
DOB 2/3/2024, by TG 924 Barn Cat 1108, sold to The Berry’s, Wyoming, and Gene & Cindy Stillahn, Wyoming (3/4 interest).
$8,000 — K7 Venture Lad 2424
DOB 2/1/2024, by KJ 7603 Venture 309J ET, sold to Black River Brangus, Louisiana, and River Oaks Farm, Arkansas.
$8,000 — K7 Venture Lad 2428
DOB 2/2/2024, by KJ 7603 Venture 309J ET, sold to Black River Brangus and River Oaks Farm.
TOP FEMALE LOT
$4,400 — K7 234 Lass 2410
DOB 1/28/2024, by Churchill Long Haul 234K ET, sold to Mente Family Herefords, Iowa.
Bradshaw Ranch
Palmyra, Mo. | March 21
Auctioneer: Cody Lowderman
Reported by: Corbin Cowles
Lots Gross Average
19 bulls
1 flush
60 semen units
TOP BULL LOTS
$103,700
$6,500
$5,458
$6,500
$5,950 $99
$10,000 — B Red Thunder 4042
DOB 2/5/2024, by Churchill Red Thunder 133J ET, sold to T-Heart Ranch, Oklahoma.
$7,000 — Bradshaw Entice 356 ET
DOB 3/1/2023, by UPS Entice 9365 ET, sold to Briggs Ranches, Texas.
$6,750 — B Bell Ringer 32058
DOB 4/13/2023, by H Bell Ringer 8459 ET, sold to Sturdy Hereford Outlet, Illinois.
$6,500 — B Red Thunder 4012
DOB 1/9/2024, by Churchill Red Thunder 133J ET, sold to Briggs Ranches.
$6,250 — B Red Thunder 4021
DOB 1/12/2024, by Churchill Red Thunder 133J ET, sold to Nathan Warner, Missouri.
TOP FLUSH LOT
$6,500 — Right to flush H DS Miss Spice 8082
DOB 2/21/2018, by LCX Perfecto 11B ET, sold to Chapman Land & Cattle, Tennessee.
Hennebold Herefords
Winner, S.D. | March 21
Auctioneer: Matt Lowery
Reported by: Aaron Friedt
Lots Gross Average
32 bulls
$229,750 $7,180
75 comm. heifers $207,000 $2,760
TOP BULL LOTS
$16,000 — HH 1235 Jetmore 3008
DOB 4/5/2023, by SHF Jetmore D287 J063, sold to John Tunnissen, Winner.
$15,500 — HH 802 Final Test 3205
DOB 3/11/2023, by Frenzen Final Test J67 ET, sold to John Tunnissen.
$13,000 — HH 2010 Final Test 3201
DOB 3/26/2023, by UPS Final Test 9003, sold to Hand Ranch, Midland.
$11,500 — HH 932 Final Test 3004
DOB 4/10/2023, by Frenzen Final Test J67 ET, sold to Hand Ranch.
$11,000 — HH 831F Champ 3400
DOB 3/8/2023, by BCC Champ 040H ET, sold to Logan Schelske, Reliance.
$10,000 — HH 803 Stargazer 3102
DOB 3/15/2023, by Bar JZ Stargazer 640G, sold to Ryan Rozik, Winner.
$10,000 — HH 654 Stargazer 3110
DOB 3/19/2023, by Bar JZ Stargazer 640G, sold to John Tunnissen.
Candy Meadow Farms
Lexington, Tenn. | March 22
Auctioneer: Eddie Burks
Reported by: Corbin Cowles
Lots Gross Average
TOP BULL LOTS
$17,000 — CMF 750J Say When 8M
DOB 2/29/2024, by Bar JZ On Demand, sold to Steve Wheeler, Drexel, Mo.
$10,000 — CMF 487G Legacy 911L
DOB 11/30/2023, by CMF 1720 Gold Rush 596G ET, sold to M & M Dennis Farms, Chapel Hill.
$10,000 — CMF 333E Lewis 862L
DOB 9/6/2023, by Innisfail Trademark 1939 ET, sold to Grandview Hereford Farm, Beaver, W.Va.
$9,000 — CMF 566G London 898L
DOB 10/20/2023, by CMF 333E Hitching Post 648H, sold to Greenview Polled Hereford Farms Inc., Screven, Ga.
$8,500 — CMF 583H Lennon 875L
DOB 9/18/2023, by KCF Bennett B716 F597, sold to New Leaf Farm, Lucedale, Miss.
$8,500 — CMF 101K Momentum 2M
DOB 1/30/2024, by MGM Vanguard Momentum 2K, sold to Triple S Ranch, Grannis, Ark.
$7,750 — CMF 636H Levi 912L
DOB 11/30/2023, by CMF 333E Hitching Post 648H, sold to McGuffee Polled Herefords, Mendenhall, Miss.
TOP
FEMALE LOTS
$8,500 — CMF 330E Ann 833K
DOB 10/26/2022, by SHF Houston D287 H086, sold to Weil Cattle Co., Irene, Texas.
$8,000 — CMF 636H Ann 780K
DOB 9/7/2022, by CMF 333E Hitching Post 648H; and a February heifer calf, by CMF 1720 Gold Rush 569G ET, sold to Aden Family Farms, St. Joseph, Ill.
$7,500 — 3S Journi V Sullivan B413 S257
DOB 9/14/2022, by EFBeef BR Validated B413; and a February bull calf, by CMF 1720 Gold Rush 569G ET, sold to TMC Land and Cattle Co. LLC, Wartrace.
DOB 1/11/2024, by Gerber High Time H65, sold to Kevin Quick, Borup (1/2 interest).
$7,500 — DaKitch DMK 1J Landman 14M
DOB 12/16/2023, by H WMS Thomas County 1443 ET, sold to Wild Spring Ranch, Minnesota (1/2 interest).
$8,500 — DaKitch MDK 181E Gold Rush 5M
DOB 12/8/2023, by CMF 1720 Gold Rush 569G ET, sold to Tony Flyberg, Twin Valley.
$7,100 — DaKitch MDK140F Masterplan 16M
DOB 12/17/2023, by TH Masterplan 183F, sold to Alan Madsen, North Dakota.
North Carolina
Hereford Classic
Union Grove, N.C. | March 22
Auctioneer: Will Thompson
Reported by: Tommy Coley
Lots Gross Average
1 bull
40 females
$6,500 $6,500
$165,650 $4,141
41 overall $172,150 $4,199
12 embryos
30 semen units
TOP BULL LOT
$1,900 $158
$1,150 $38
$6,500 — DTF Prestige II 1J38 3L26
DOB 9/7/2023, by DTF Prestige 33Z 1J38 ET, consigned by Deer Track Farm, Spotsylvania, Va., sold to Lisa Snow, Dobson.
TOP FEMALE LOTS
$8,600 — JLG 10Y Victra 5761
DOB 4/16/2020, by NJW 73S W18 Hometown 10Y ET, consigned by W & A Hereford Farm LLC, Providence, sold to P and J Farms, Monroe; and a September heifer calf, by CMF 1756 Guideline 535G, sold to Five J’s Cattle Co., Clayton.
$8,200 — GTW C776 Miss Homeward 2010
DOB 9/12/2020, by KCF Bennett Homeward C776, consigned by W & A Hereford Farm LLC, sold to Windmill Acres Farm East, Kernersville; and a September heifer calf, by CMF 1756 Guideline 535G, sold to Blinson Polled Hereford Farm, Buies Creek.
$7,000 — DTF Sydnie J338 4M01
DOB 1/27/2024, by KCF Bennett Monument J338, consigned by Deer Track Farm, sold to 4B Farm LLC, Shelby.
$6,750 — 4B 178J New Mexico Lady L119
DOB 2/14/2023, by NJW 11B 173D Character 178J ET, consigned by 4B Farm LLC, sold to Ella Knight, Newton Grove.
$5,750 — NCSU Miss Character 10F 20M ET
DOB 1/12/2024, by NJW 11B 173D Character 178J ET, consigned by North Carolina State University, Raleigh, sold to P and J Farms.
Sandhill Farms
Haviland, Kan. | March 22
Auctioneer: Joel Birdwell
Reported by: Aaron Friedt
Lots Gross Average
127 bulls
30 females
157 overall
35 comm. heifers
TOP BULL LOTS
$1,379,500
$250,850
$1,630,350
$114,625
$37,000 — SHF Mace J338 M002
$10,862
$8,362
$10,384
$3,275
DOB 1/15/2024, by KCF Bennett Monument J338, sold to Fawcett’s Elm Creek Ranch, Ree Heights, S.D., and Pérez Cattle Co., Nara Visa. N.M.
$30,000 — SHF Measure 2912 M124 ET DOB 2/3/2024, by Birdwell New Standard 2912 ET, sold to Dvorak Herefords, Lake Andes, S.D.
$28,000 — SHF Marlo J354 M027
DOB 1/23/2024, by SHF Insight F158 J354 ET, sold to Monahan Cattle Co., Hyannis, Neb.
$25,000 — SHF Mercury 2912 M103 ET
DOB 1/31/2024, by Birdwell New Standard 2912 ET, sold to O’Reilly Polled Herefords, Cushing, Okla.
$25,000 — SHF Mint 2912 M021
DOB 1/21/2024, by Birdwell New Standard 2912 ET, sold to Buena Vista 1, Benton, Ark.
$21,000 — SHF Marlin 2912 M070
DOB 1/28/2024, by Birdwell New Standard 2912 ET, sold to Aaron & Sara Friesz, New Leipzig, N.D.
$19,000 — SHF Mayfield 2912 M048 ET
DOB 1/25/2024, by Birdwell New Standard 2912 ET, sold to Tricky’s Herefords, Winfred, S.D.
$18,000 — SHF Manhattan H315 M159
DOB 2/7/2024, by SHF Headstrong D287 H315 ET, sold to Ganadera Los Iguales, Chihuahua, Mexico.
$17,000 — SHF Mason 2912 M120
DOB 2/2/2024, by Birdwell New Standard 2912 ET, sold to Dukart Cattle, Hutchinson, and R&L W Farms, Lebanon.
$17,000 — SHF Mayor J354 M108
DOB 2/1/2024, by SHF Insight F158 J354 ET, sold to Nelson Polled Herefords, Tracy, Minn.
$16,500 — SHF Maui H086 M229
DOB 2/16/2024, by SHF Houston D287 H086, sold to Chris Nelson, Minburn, Iowa.
TOP FEMALE LOTS
$20,000 — SHF Oksana D287 H322 ET
DOB 2/15/2020, by SHF Daybreak Y02 D287 ET, and a March heifer calf, by Birdwell Long Run 7098 1665 ET, sold to Frederickson Ranch, Spearfish, S.D.
$18,500 — SHF Oksana B413 H060 ET
DOB 2/5/2020, by EFBeef BR Validated B413, and a February heifer calf, by SHF Houston D287 H086, sold to Reed Seedstock, Clifton, Kan.
$18,000 — SHF Oksana B413 H334 ET
DOB 2/19/2020, by EFBeef BR Validated B413, and a February heifer calf, by SHF Houston D287 H086, sold to Reed Seedstock.
$15,000 — SHF Lacy D287 H065
DOB 2/6/2020, by SHF Daybreak Y02 D287 ET, and a January heifer calf, by SHF Legion H315 L060, sold to Mark Thompson, Elk River, Minn.
DOB 2/22/2024, by 2TK PERKS 5101 Chuma 8184 ET, sold to Saenger Ellis, Buda, Texas.
TOP FEMALE LOT
$13,500 — PERKS 1502 Violet 4082 ET
DOB 6/3/2024, by HAPP BK Valor 37C ET, sold to Green Dorr Farms, Elsie, Mich.
Frenzen Polled Herefords
Fullerton, Neb. | March 25
Auctioneer: Tracy Harl
Reported by: Aaron Friedt
TOP BULL LOTS
$9,500 — EF Major M01
DOB 2/10/2024, by SR Rio Bravo 8029 ET, sold to Bar M Herefords, Hordville.
$9,000 — EF High Time L161
DOB 8/22/2023, by Gerber High Time H65, sold to Luke Hennebold, Winner, S.D.
Harrison Cattle Co.
Arapaho, Okla. | March 25
Auctioneer: Dustin Layton
Reported by: Cord Weinheimer
Lots Gross Average
42 bulls $177,950 $4,237
$3,747
57 overall $234,150 $4,108
13 comm. heifers $40,600 $3,123
TOP BULL LOTS
$7,000 — HCC Broadway 3086 L
DOB 3/1/2023, by HCC Broadway 046 H ET, sold to Haley Ellis Ranch, Roosevelt.
$5,750 — HCC Cowboy 3060 L
DOB 3/15/2023, by 77 Mr Cowboy 8389F 32H, sold to Files Farms, Velma, Okla.
TOP FEMALE LOTS
$6,000 — HCC Oklahoma Lady 4016 M ET
DOB 1/22/2024, by Boyd 31Z Blueprint 6153, sold to Shockley Ranch Herefords, Poteau, and Lamb Bros. Beef, Menomonie, Wis.
$6,000 — HCC Oklahoma Lady 4011 M ET
DOB 2/18/2024, by Hills-Galore 44Z Resolute 128D, sold to Shockley Ranch Herefords and Lamb Bros. Beef.
NJW Polled Herefords
Sheridan, Wyo. | March 26
Auctioneer: Joe Goggins
Reported by: Kevin Murnin
Lots Gross Average
97 bulls $1,071,000 $11,041
48 females $448,750 $9,349
145 overall $1,519,750 $10,481
TOP BULL LOTS
$90,000 — NJW 202C2912 Ranchware 147M ET
DOB 2/16/2024, by Birdwell New Standard 2912 ET, sold to Big Gully Farms, Maidstone, Saskatchewan; McCoy Cattle Co., Milestone, Saskatchewan; O’Shea Farms, Denfield, Ontario; Oulton Farms, Windsor, Nova Scotia; Lilybrook Herefords, Claresholm, Alberta; and Airriess Acres, Wadena, Saskatchewan (3/4 interest).
$32,500 — NJW 217J 2912 Suede 127M
DOB 2/14/2024, by Birdwell New Standard 2912 ET, sold to Pablo Herrera, Argentina (1/2 interest).
$40,000 — NJW PMYH 109K
Complete 15M ET
DOB 1/22/2024, by Birdwell New Standard 2912 ET, sold to Upstream Ranch, Taylor, Neb., and Diamond Ring Herefords, Taylor, Neb. (3/4 interest).
$34,000 — NJW 283H 2912
Colonel 117M ET
DOB 2/13/2024, by Birdwell New Standard 2912 ET, sold to McGuffee Polled Herefords, Mendenhall, Miss. (3/4 interest).
$32,000 — NJW 283H 2912
Standard 109M ET
DOB 2/12/2024, by Birdwell New Standard 2912 ET, sold to Twelve Oaks Land and Cattle, Windsor, Nova Scotia (3/4 interest).
$30,000 — NJW 29E 148J Zane 64M ET
DOB 2/4/2024, by NJW 300G 20G Zane 148J, sold to Forrest Polled Herefords, Saluda, S.C., and Riley Farm LLC, Saluda, S.C. (3/4 interest).
$24,000 — NJW 79Z 10H Tuff 280L ET
DOB 8/15/2023, by NJW 281F 168C Tuff 10H, sold to Sierra Bravo, Sesser, Ill. (3/4 interest).
$20,000 — NJW 29E 148J Zane 74M ET
DOB 2/7/2024, by NJW 300G 20G Zane 148J, sold to Mann Cattle Co., Claude, Texas (3/4 interest).
TOP FEMALE LOTS
$42,500 — NJW 202C 2912
Homemaker 94M ET
DOB 2/10/2024, by Birdwell New Standard 2912 ET, sold to Terry Powlesland, Laurel, Mont.; Chapman Land & Cattle, Nunnelly, Tenn.; Upstream Ranch; and Azure Valley Black Herefords, Windsor, Colo.
$25,000 — NJW 79Z 4013 Rita 142M ET
DOB 2/16/2024, by Innisfail WHR X651/723 4013 ET, sold to White Hawk Ranch, Marietta, Ga., and Dale Stith, Mays Lick, Ky.
$20,000 — NJW 73S 1056J
Daydream 208M ET
DOB 2/29/2024, by HH ILR Forward 1056J ET, sold to Pablo Herrera.
TOP PICK LOT
$40,000 — Pick of the 2025 spring heifer calves
Sold to Boyd Beef Cattle, Mays Lick, Ky.
Buck Cattle Co.
Madill, Okla. | March 29
Auctioneer: Steve Bonham
Reported by: Cord Weinheimer
Lots Gross Average 39 females $549,450 $14,088
Copeland & Sons LLC
Clayton, N.M. | March 31
Auctioneer: Dustin Layton
Reported by: Cord Weinheimer
Lots Gross Average 48.50 bulls $436,500 $9,000
TOP BULL LOTS
$32,000 — JDH JCS Red Hot 43M ET
DOB 1/31/2024, by Churchill Red Cloud 0376H ET, sold to GKB Cattle, Desdemona, Texas (1/2 interest).
$28,000 — JCS High Noon 4862 ET
DOB 3/28/2024, by Churchill High Noon 8339F ET, sold to Nolan Herefords, Gilmer, Texas (1/2 interest).
$20,000 — K JCS Handsome Jack 4815
DOB 4/10/2024, by Green JCS Makers Mark 229G ET, sold to Hopkins Ranch, Winchester, Tenn. (1/2 interest).
$19,000 — JCS 8341 Domino 4802
DOB 2/9/2024, by JCS 1321 Mark Domino 8341, sold to ML Cattle, Dalhart, Texas.
$15,000 — JCS 8341 Domino 4813
DOB 2/19/2024, by JCS 1321 Mark Domino 8341, sold to Farr Cattle Co., Datil.
$13,000 — JCS Chisum 4873
DOB 3/18/2024, by JCS Chisum 9536, sold to Weinheimer Ranch, Stonewall, Texas.
$12,000 — JCS Chisum 4897
DOB 4/7/2024, by JCS Chisum 9536, sold to Farr Cattle Co.
$11,000 — AC JCS Chisum 4881
DOB 3/18/2024, by JCS Chisum 9536, sold to Fisher Bros., Anderson, Texas.
$11,000 — JCS Jennings 4939 ET
DOB 3/11/2024, by K Jennings 138 ET, sold to Ruth Cowan, Sierra Vista, Ariz.
$10,500 — JCS 8341 Domino 4812
DOB 2/16/2024, by JCS 1321 Mark Domino 8341, sold to W4 Ranch, Morgan, Texas.
Sidwell Ranch & Frank Herefords
Columbus, Mont. | March 31
Auctioneer: Seth Weishaar
Reported by: Kevin Murnin
TOP
BULL LOTS
$11,000 — AFH 126H 44G Bourbon 2449 ET
DOB 2/15/2024, by NJW 79Z 199B Bourbon 126H ET, sold to Cameron Cattle Co., Cheyenne, Wyo. (1/2 interest).
$7,000 — AFH H033 1814 Teton 2415 ET
DOB 3/1/2024, by SHF Harvest D287 H033 ET, sold to Ryland Sundsbak, Bismark, N.D. (1/2 interest).
$9,500 — SR Harvest 2421
DOB 3/10/2024, by SHF Harvest D287 H033 ET, sold to Brownell Polled Herefords, Conrad.
$7,000 — AFH 183F Boudreaux 2442 ET
DOB 3/14/2024, by TH Masterplan 183F, sold to Ryland Sundsbak (3/4 interest).
$7,000 — AFH H033 1814 Remington 2422ET
DOB 2/8/2024, by SHF Harvest D287 H033 ET, sold to Rafter T Cattle Co., Columbus.
Wheeler Farms
Chickasha,
Okla. | March 31
Auctioneer: Online
Reported by: Cord Weinheimer
Lots Gross Average 12 females $56,250 $4,688
TOP FEMALE LOTS
$10,000 — HD WD Rose 4303 ET
DOB 9/17/2024, by DCF 642Z Dilly 002H, sold to a Texas buyer.
$8,750 — WF Sayda 4313 ET
DOB 10/24/2024, by CH High Roller 756 ET, sold to a Michigan buyer.
$7,250 — HD WD Rose 4304 ET
DOB 9/19/2024, by DCF 642Z Dilly 002H, sold to a Tennessee buyer.
Scott McDonald
7791 Eastern Ave. S.E. Grand Rapids, MI 49508
Scott 616-446-2146 scott@mcdonaldplumbing.com Drew 616-368-0818
Charles Miller
616-291-3737 chuckmiller5606@gmail.com Fred
269-680-0858
Toby and Debby Dulworth 2492 S. Kirkman Rd. LaCenter, KY 42056
270-224-2993
dogwood@brtc.net https://dogwoodherefords.com
Ben, Jane, Lincoln Clifford Noah and Shelby Wright
3459 KY Hwy. 1284 E. Cynthiana, KY 41031
Ben 859-421-7902
Lincoln 859-954-0102
Clifford Hereford Farms
David and Paula Parker
129 Banks Rd. Bradyville, TN 37026 615-765-5359
615-765-7260 Fax David cell 615-464-7008
dplp@dtccom.net www.dkmfarms.com
Jody Standley 919-291-4212 jodystandley@gmail.com Kim Prestwood 828-320-7317
84 Austin Farm Lane Clayton, NC 27520
Bobby and Brenda Wells
439 Flatwoods Frozen Camp Rd. Corbin, KY 40701
606-344-0417 cell wells_farm@yahoo.com
Kevin, Angela, Kenlea and Kyler Murray 606-682-8143 cell
Matthew Murphy
770-778-3367
3432 Red Bud Rd. N.E. Calhoun, GA 30701
Keene Murphy 770-355-2192
Danny Miller
4850 Caldwell Ridge Rd. Knifley, KY 42753
270-465-6984
jmsfarm@msn.com www.jmspolledherefords.com
101-103 N. Main St. Saluda, SC 29138
Earl B. Forrest 864-445-2387
864-445-7080 Office
864-445-3707 Fax Brad Forrest 864-445-7633
Herd Certified and Accredited
328 Fowken Farm Rd. Jonesville, SC 29353
Norris Fowler
864-219-0182
nrfowler@brecwb.com
Rogers Fowler 864-426-3281
Greg Fowler 864-426-7337 Cell
Raising Herefords for the past 62 years fowkenfarm.com
Breeding Polled Herefords for more than half a century.
Terry, Susan and Hayley Hayhurst, Lillian Knust and Delaney Linville 14477 S. Carlisle St. Terre Haute, IN 47802
812-696-2468
Bruce, Shoshanna, Blake, Ashley, Jordan and Brian 4072 E. 500 S. Waldron, IN 46182
317-407-3618 cell bruceeverhart56@gmail.com
David cell 765-366-0295 davidandjilld@aol.com www.ableacrescattle.com
812-236-0804 cell HayhurstFarms@aol.com G ary Greenwood dV M
3013 W. State Rd. 38 West Lebanon, IN 47991 The Duncan Family 1264 N. Mountain Rd. Wingate, IN 47994
765-585-1105
casey.hampton@me.com
Advertisers’ Index
ALABAMA
Debter Hereford Farm . . . . . . 66, 65
Tennessee River Music . . . . . . 66
CALIFORNIA
Lambert Ranch 66
McDougald Herefords 66
Morrell Ranches 66
P W Gillibrand Cattle Co 66
Pedretti Ranches 66
Sierra Ranches 66
Snedden Ranch . . . . . . . 66
Sonoma Mountain Herefords . . . . 66
Wiemer Cattle Co . . . . . . . 66
COLORADO
Campbell, James T 66
Clark Anvil Ranch 66
Cline Registered Herefords 66
Coleman Herefords 66
Coyote Ridge Ranch 66
Ernst Herefords 66
Fuchs Herefords, Mike 66
Leroux Land & Cattle 66
Robb & Sons, Tom 66
Sidwell Herefords 66
Strang Herefords 66
GEORGIA
Barnes Herefords 9
Greenview Farms Inc 67
HME Herefords 65
Mead Cattle Enterprises BC
MTM Polled Herefords 84
Predestined Cattle Co 65
White Hawk Ranch IBC
IDAHO
Canyon Gem Livestock 67
Colyer Herefords & Angus 67
Elkington Polled Herefords 67
Holt Family Cattle 67
JBB/AL Herefords 67
Shaw Cattle Co 67
Wooden Shoe Farms 67
ILLINOIS
Bafford Farms 62
B aker Farms 67
B ehrends Farms 62
B enedict Herefords 62
Bixler Herefords 63, 67
Bob-O-Lou Herefords 67
Burns Polled Hereford Farm 67
Crane Herefords 62
Dobbs Cattle Co 63
Edenburn Family Farm 62
Ellis Farms 67
Eubank Farms 67
Fancy Creek Farm of the Prairie Cross 63
Fleisher Farms 63, 67
Happ Herefords 67
K nott Farm 67
Lorenzen Farms 62
Lowderman Cattle Co 62
Mc Caskill Farms 63
Milligan Herefords 67
Newbold Farms Inc 67
Oak Hill Farm 67
Parish Farms 62
Plainview Stock Farm 62
Prairie Cross, The 63
Prairie Meadow Herefords 67
Prairie Rose Cattle Co
Purple Reign Cattle Co
RGR Cattle Co
Sayre Hereford Farm 67
Shingle Oaks Polled Herefords 67
INDIANA
Able Acres
IOWA
KANSAS
MINNESOTA
Springwater Polled Herefords 69
MISSISSIPPI
Broadlawn Farm Polled Herefords 65 C aldwell Hereford Ranch 69 Leaning Cedar Herefords 69 McGuffee Polled Herefords 69
MISSOURI
AbraKadabra Cattle Co 46 Bellis Family Herefords 46
Biglieni Farms 69
Blue Ribbon Farms 47
Bonebrake Herefords 47, 69
Bradshaw Ranch 47
Doss Hereford Farms 46
Duvall Polled Herefords 47
Falling Timber Farm 69
Findley Farms 69
Harding Bros Herefords 69
High Prairie Farm 69
Journagan Ranch/ Missouri State University 4 6, 69
McMillen’s Toothacre Ranch 46 Mead Farms 47
Menzies Cattle Co LLC 46 Miller Herefords 47 Reed Farms 46 Reynolds Herefords 47
Shoenberger Polled Herefords 46, 70
Steinbeck Farms 47 Storie Farms 46 Valley Oaks Farm 47
Whispering Winds Farm 47
WMC Cattle Co 46
WPH Ranch 47
MONTANA
Churchill Cattle Co IFC, 30, 31
Cooper Hereford Ranch 70
Curlew Cattle Co 70
KENTUCKY
Ehlke Herefords 70 Fe ddes Herefords 70 Holden Herefords
“Calendar of Events” is a listing of Hereford sales and events known to our staff. Italicized dates denote shows and events. Non-italicized dates denote sales. To make the calendar concise we have used the following abbreviations: association, assn.; international, int’l; junior, jr.; mountain, mtn.; national, nat’l; northeast, NE; northwest, NW; performance tested, PT; southeast, SE; southwest, SW; and university, Un.
MAY
2 South Carolina Hereford Assn. Annual Meeting, Clemson
2 The Big East Hereford Show, W. Springfield, Mass.
3 South Carolina Hereford Assn. Sale, Clemson
3 Tennessee River Music Sale, Fort Payne, Ala.
3-4 Maryland Hereford Assn. Preview Show & NJHA Meet Up - Powered by Sure Champ, Gaithersburg
8 Traditions Certified Hereford-influence Sale, Stanford, Ky.
9-11 NW Regional Jr. Show, Madras, Ore.
9 Switzerland of Ohio Polled Hereford Assn. Sale, Old Washington
10 Burns Farms Female Sale, Pikeville, Tenn.
10 Mead Farms Bull & Female Sale, Versailles, Mo.
17 Pennsylvania Jr. Preview Show, Meadville
17 Rockin’ in the South Sale, Nunnely, Tenn.
19 Kentucky Hereford Assn. Certified Herefordinfluenced Feeder Calf Sale, Lexington
23-25 California Beef Expo, Red Bluff
23-25 Kansas Jr. Show, Manhattan
24 4B Farm LLC Sale, Shelby, N.C.
26 Mead Cattle Enterprises Sale, Midville, Ga.
27 Ad deadline for July Hereford World 31-6/1 Red Dirt Rendezvous, El Reno, Okla.
31 Buck Cattle Co. Sharing the Tradition Mature Cow Sale, Madill, Okla.
JUNE
6-7 Kentucky State Show, Winchester
6-7 Ohio Premier Jr. Preview Show, Wooster
6-8 Iowa Jr. Preview Show, Fort Dodge
6-9 Nebraska Jr. Show, Kearney
7-8 Indiana Jr. Preview Show, Lebanon
7-8 Wisconsin Jr. Preview Show, Jefferson
11-14 Texas Jr. State Show, Belton
12-14 Idaho Jr. Beef Expo, Filer
12-15 Missouri Cattlemen’s Jr. All Breeds Show, Sedalia
13 Wyoming Jr. Hereford State Show, Cheyenne
13-15 Illinois Jr. Preview Show, Belvidere
13-15 Midwest Classic Jr. Hereford Preview Show, Pipestone, Minn.
20-21 South Dakota Jr. Hereford Field Days, Lennox 20-22 SE Regional Hereford Show & NJHA Meet-UpPowered by Sure Champ, Fletcher, N.C.
25 Ad deadline for August Baldy Advantage
JULY
12-18 VitaFerm® Jr. Nat’l Hereford Expo, Louisville, Ky. 13-16 Western Video Market’s Summer Sale, Reno, Nev.
25 Mason Dixon Hereford Assn. Sale, Dunbar, Pa. 28-8/1 Superior Livestock Video Sale, Winnemucca, Nev.
AUGUST
16 Western Idaho Fair Open Hereford Show, Boise
17 7 Oaks & Friends Fantastic Female Sale, Senoia, Ga.
23 Oregon State Fair Open Hereford Show, Salem
25 Oregon State Fair Jr. Hereford Show, Salem
31 Pérez Cattle Co. “The Complete Dispersal of the Spring Calving Hereford Females,” Nara Visa, N.M.
Rippling Rock Hereford Farm Tim, Stephanie, Ashleigh and Andrew Osborn 3537 Second Creek Rd., Blanchester, OH 45107 Tim: 937-655-0644 • Email: timosborn62@gmail.com
