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Friday, April 8, 2016 • MSU Pavilion, East Lansing, MI

Immediately following the Michigan Spring Foundation Sale Selling outstanding Holstein, Jersey, Red & White and Ayrshire heifers

More Exciting Consignments Stylish Jersey Sept. Resurrection x EX-93 Champion x EX 90 Sunny x VG-82 Image followed by 2 generations EX-90…………………………..Amber Black Angular Jersey Sept. Valentino x 2 YO Topeka x EX-90 Centurion x EX-92 Remake x EX-91 Imperial……………………………………………..Rod-Er-Dic Red Sept. Powerball with a GTPI of +2334 out of a Morgan 2 YO x VG-89 Epic x VG-89 Manoman x VG-88 Goldwyn x VG-85 Lee…………….....Ri-Val-Re

JUNIPER OUTSIDE WISH-ET EX-95 An exciting summer yrlg with a maternal brother at Sexing Technologies! Out of a VG-85 Delta x VG-86 Supersire x EX-93 O-Man x EX-95 Wish x 5 gen. of EX…….....VanHaitsma

MS WELCOME COLBY TAYA-ET VG-88 GMD DOM Polled December Yoder with a +2430 GTPI out of Altaembassy 2 YO x VG-86 Numero Uno x VG-88 Taya-ET x EX-90 FBI x EX-91 Boliver……………..…Ri-Val-Re

TRI-KOEBEL FEAR THIS EX-94 3E

MS DO-N-JOY DUNDE LAURIE EX-91 From the showy line of EX-92 Bellwood Linda is a Dec. Halogen heifer. Out of a 2 YO Mogul x VG-86 Superstition x EX91 Laurie……………………………Red Carpet

Full age Appeal summer yrlg out of a EX-90 Alexander x Ex-90 Zenith x EX-90 Eland…..Red Carpet Fancy red O’Kalif fall calf x 2 YO Absolute x VG maternal sister to EX-92 Tri-Koebel Goldwyn Trophy…………………………………………………....Koebel A sharp June Brokaw out of GP-83 Damion x VG87 Kingly x EX-91 Talent x 3 gen. VG……………T&H Homozygous polled Nov. Ocean-PP x 2 YO Style x VG-88 Observer x EX-90 Advent-RED x VG-88 Ranger………………………………..……………….Ri-Val-Re Full age RC Dempsey summer yrlg x 2 YO Talent x EX-91 Advent with 6 gen. VG/EX……….…....Reed Sept. Gold Chip out of a EX-91 Deuce x EX-92 2E Sam x NC x EX-90……………………………….Rod-Er-Dic Additional consignments from Green Meadow Farms, Winterfield Farms, Star Summit, Paul Farms, Westvale-View, Bennett's, Michigan State University and more!

A fancy Golden Dreams summer yrlg out of a EX-91 Laurin backed by a EX-93 full sister to EX-94 Fear This…….Koebel

The sale is one of the largest educational experiences and fundraisers for the Michigan State Dairy Club and the Michigan State Dairy Judging program. Please consider placing a business name, farm name, or business card in our sale catalog to show your support for the dairy programs at MSU.

Pricing:

Business Card: $25 Business Name: $15

At SPARTAN SPECTACULAR SALE

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Dairy Show is Sunday September 4 12:00 p.m. with showmanship, followed by heifers and cows.

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Offering Youth and Open classes in all dairy breeds!

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For more information contact Carrie Delong at delongfarm@yahoo.com or 810-614-4025

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Volume 2 • Issue 1 Spring 2016 The Michigan Dairy Cattle News is the official publication of the Michigan Holstein-Friesian Association, Inc. and the Michigan Jersey Cattle Club.

Melissa Hart, Editor Cell: 517-398-1957 email: farm.writer@hotmail.com 4520 Holcomb Rd., North Adams, MI 49262 Jackie Bickel, Advertising Designer email:moocows@fuse.net Michigan Dairy Cattle News 401 Harvest Trail, Midothian, TX 76065 Ph: 517-490-7736 michholstein1@gmail.com Published 4 times per year Michigan Dairy Cattle News EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Tim Baker, Byron Center Brent Moyer, Caro Ike Hunt, Elsie Suzanne Tuttila Tammy VanHaitsma Dorr

616-813-6745 989-553-4333 989-862-4864 517-490-7736 616-795-2256

Michigan Holstein Association Ike Hunt, President 6386 N. Meridian Rd., Elsie, MI 48831 Tammy VanHaitsma, Vice-President 4480 18th Street, Dorr, MI 49323 Suzanne Tuttila, Executive Secretary 401 Harvest Trail, Midothian, TX 76065 Ph: 517-490-7736 michholstein1@gmail.com Michigan Jersey Cattle Club Susan Green, President 989-862-5507 Brent Moyer, Vice President 989-553-4333 Jeff Michalek, Secretary 517-625-3477 Pam Shaver, Treasurer 810-614-7466 Holstein Association USA Phone: 1-800-952-5200 1 Holstein Place, Brattleboro, VT 05302 Michigan and Indiana Representative Max Dunseth 278 South Sprague, Coldwater, MI 49036 517-278-3030 Cell: 269-251-0232 Michigan Upper Peninsula Representative Mandi Ramsburg De Pere, WI • 920.530.5023 mramsburg@holstein.com

The Michigan Dairy Cattle News, the Michigan Holstein Association or their staff assume no liability for errors, omissions, content or for the effectiveness of advertising and cannot be held responsible for the timeliness of sale advertising that is scheduled less than thirty days ahead of the press date. Indexes are provided as an additional service. Publisher assumes no liability for errors or omissions. Subscription rate is $15.00 / year.

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cover The winner of the Michigan Holstein Association photo contest was Mary Costigan with this cover photo of her son helping on the farm. Mary and her husband Ted have a dairy in Coopersville and with this winning entry will receive $100 off their next ad in the Michigan Dairy Cattle News or one nights stay at the Great Lakes Regional Dairy Conference for 2017.

Congratulations!

table of contents Notes from the Field . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 2016 MHA Annual Meeting Review . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 MJCC Annual Meeting Recap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 From The Jersey Desk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 I Remember When...by Blanche Piepkow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Junior Jottings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 District 7: The Enduring Holstein Cow. . . . . . . . . . .14-16 Holstein President’s Pen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Great Lakes Spring Show Entry and Rules . . . . . . . . .20-22 Great Lakes Regional Dairy Conference . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Caught on Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Michigan Dairy Ambassadors Program . . . . . . . . . . 30 Holstein Breeder of the Year . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 In Memoriam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Calendar of Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 2016 Advertising Deadlines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Index to Advertisers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 SPRING 2016 | 5

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Notes From The Field

Max and Mandi’s Memo “

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t’s a pleasure to be able to share some great information with you. The expansion of the U.S. Registered Holstein® herd continues, as members registered 382,990 animals last year.

This exceeds the 2014 total by 9,934 head or 3%, when 373,056 were registered. Many thanks to all of you for your role in accomplishing this feat.”

This was the e-mail we received from CEO John Meyer on Jan. 4, 2016. This, I believe, is the highest total I have seen in my 25 years as a regional sales representative. I looked into the area of Michigan and we can proudly see that Michigan has had an increase of nearly 15 percent since 2010. The interest in official identification is here; Michigan, as reported by National Holstein Director Corey Geiger at the Michigan Holstein Association (MHA) annual meeting, is one of the top seven or eight states in contributing to almost 70 percent of all the total registrations in the U.S., if my memory serves me correctly. Lindsey Worden, executive director of Holstein genetic services, reported that in 2005 we registered 301,852 and in 2004, 293,527.

Back in 2003 the number was 288,841. That is an increase of 94,149 Holsteins in 12 years.

This is a significant number. Thanks to all of you for the belief in the” then” $8.00 investment in Registered Holsteins.

You noticed that I said “then.” The price effective February 1 went to $10.00 for registry of animals under 3 months of age. This is the first price increase in 13 years. Even with the new registration prices, it is less expensive to register U.S. Holsteins than it is to register any other breed of dairy cattle in the United States and Canada. While classification, which has remained stable since 2011, also sees a slight increase in February, HOLSTEIN COMPLETE herds will see NO extra increase, remaining the same since the program was introduced in 2002. Also a national membership will now cost $40.00, again, a fee that has not been increased since 1994. It had been $25.00 for 22 years.

genomic tests were performed and recorded on Holstein females and 31,162 on Holstein males.

Since we started tracking genomic testing back in 2008, there have been 1,054,743 genomic tests run. By comparison there have been just 138,043 genomic tests performed and recorded on the next largest dairy breed in the U.S. It is important to note there is far more genomic testing of Holstein cattle being done in the United States than there is of any other breed cattle anywhere in the world.

Why are these statistics important? They are important because it is part of the reason why Holsteins lead all breeds in genetic progress.

Moreover, the huge advantage in number of genomic tests run on Holsteins will further distance the gap between our beloved blackand-white cow and other breeds. It is clear to see why Holsteins are the United States’ and the world’s most efficient.

I had the pleasure of awarding members at the MHA annual meeting the Progressive Breeder Registry and Progressive Genetic Herd awards. Congratulations to these breeders who accomplished this feat. To see the qualifications to meet this, please check out our website www. holsteinusa.com. You will see this and a plethora of information on our website.

In closing I would like to thank you for your dedication to the Holstein cow, far and away the world’s most popular dairy breed and the most iconic symbol in agriculture. If you or a neighbor needs help getting caught up or started up in the Registered Holstein business, give Mandi or myself a call.

Max Dunseth: Cell 269-251-0232 Mandi Ramsburg: Cell 920-530-5023 Upper Peninsula, MI Regional Sales Representatives HAUSA

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Michigan Holstein Annual Meeting Well Attended It was standing room only at the Michigan Holstein Association annual meeting held at the Soaring Eagle Casino in Mt. Pleasant on February 5th. Held in conjunction with the annual Great Lakes Regional Dairy Conference, Holstein enthusiasts were treated to a visit from Holstein Association, USA (HAUSA) Lindsey Worden Executive Director of Holstein Genetic Services and National Director-at-Large, Corey Geiger.

Worden offered the State of the Association address and noted the increase in 2015 registrations, up 9,934 from 2014. She commented, “We are really excited that the consistent growth of the Registered Holstein over the last ten years is significant. As in any market it’s difficult for the major player to achieve this kind of gain year in and year out and we feel that increasing our Holstein registrations by over 81,000 head in ten years and over 95,000 head in twelve years is a really exciting accomplishment.”

The HAUSA welcomed 550 adult members to the association along with 852 new junior members in 2015.

Worden gave a few statistics on genomic testing citing that 285,458 genomic tests were done for females while 31,000 males were genomically tested in 2015. There are far more genomic tests done on Holstein cattle than any other dairy breed in the world. Worden explained, “These statistics are important because it’s the major reason that Holsteins lead all other dairy breeds in their genetic progress. The huge advantage in genomic tests run on Holsteins are going to further propel ourselves forward and continue to keep Holsteins as the United States and the world’s most efficient and profitable dairy breed.”

Long Haven Farms -4 years, Matt Conners-3 years, Carson Acres, LLC.-2 years.

HAUSA area representative Max Dunseth also noted the winners of the 2015 Progressive Genetics Herd Award and went through the lengthy list including those present at the meeting, Green Meadow Farms, Mark Bontekoe, End Road Farms and Westvale-View Farm.

Elections were held and while Ike Hunt moved up as the new president for the next two years, Tammy VanHaitsma was elected vice president and Nicole VanderPloeg filled the Director-At-Large position for the MHA. Three individuals were honored for their service to the association as they retired from the Board of Directors: Sherry Meyer, Carlyle Westendorp and Shaun Hyde.

Moving into 2016 the excitement is beginning to build as Michigan looks forward to hosting the 2018 National Holstein Convention in Traverse City. The convention committee has been working hard on the preliminary planning and welcomes anyone who would like to serve on a committee. Those interested in serving should contact Darwin Sneller at 989-883-3716 or email at dk.sneller@gmail.com.

From 2010 to 2015, Michigan has been in the top five states that has increased in the percentage of registered Holsteins over the last five years. “This is definitely something to be proud of,” commented Worden.

The 2015 Progressive Breeders Registry Award winners were announced. The winners for 2015 and the number of years they have qualified for this award were: Tim Baker-33 years, End Road Farm-30 years, Walter Gremel and Darwin Sneller-25 years, Country Dairy, Inc. – 13 years, Jeff Alexander-12 years, VerHage Dairy-11 years,

All-Michigan Holstein winners in attendance: L-R: Tim Baker, Alex Patch, Stan Moser, Beth Letts, Moss McCauley with Cash McCauley, Malissa Reed, Kelly Raterink, Darwin Sneller, Brittany Benedict.

Progressive Genetics Herd Award Winners in attendance: L-R: Lindsey Warden, HAUSA; Alex Patch, Green Meadows Farm; Mark Bontekoe, Touchdown Dairy; Janet Molhoek, End Road Farm; Doug Westendorp, Westvale View.

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Michigan Jersey Enthusiasts Gather for Annual Meeting The Michigan Jersey Cattle Club convened for their annual meeting in Mt. Pleasant in conjunction with the Great Lakes Regional Dairy Conference on February 6th. With a great crowd on hand they conducted business, enjoyed lively discussion and handed out awards.

The slate of officers changed slightly. Susan Green, Brent Moyer and Jeff Michalek remained as president, vice president and secretary, respectively while Sadie Green resigned as treasurer. The electorate voted Pam Schaver to fill that position. Three new board members were also elected: Tim Place, Nick Clark and Tim Shaver.

Board of Directors – L to R; Susan Green, president; Brent Moyer, vice president; Mary Costner, Elizabeth Rupprecht, Amber Black, Tim Shaver, Tim Place, Pam Shaver, treasurer; Jeff Michalek, secretary.

Kim Billman, Editor of the Jersey Journal and representing the American Jersey Cattle Club shared updates from the national office and encouraged breeders to participate in local, state and national events to promote the Jersey breed.Terry and Carrie Delong, representatives from the Fifth Third Bank Michigan State Fair were on hand to invite Jersey breeders to exhibit at the Michigan State Fair in its new location in Novi. (Please see the advertisement for the Michigan State Fair on page 4.)

The All-Michigan Jersey awards were handed out along with those breeders earning production awards including Brent Robinson, Susan Green, Larry Haywood, Amber Black, Jim VanBuskirk, Nick Clark, Paul Meyer, Randolph Tenbrink and David Castner.

The Michigan Jersey Cattle Club Juniors will again be offering a chance to win a registered Jersey calf during their annual Jersey Calf Raffle fundraiser. The heifer was donated by Vitality Crew, Susan Green of Elsie and tickets are on sale now until the raffle drawing on July 20th during the Michigan Dairy Expo at the MSU Livestock Pavilion in East Lansing.

The MJCC Sale committee shared the news of cancelling their traditional spring sale this year.

Citing the lower cattle prices and the lack of quality consignments by Michigan featured cattle they are looking for a different way to feature Michigan bred cattle in a successful sale. While the sale this year will not be held in its traditional format, the committee will revisit having a spring sale in future years.

Production Winners: The Michigan Jersey Cattle Club production winners were announced. The winners present were: Susan Green, Brent Moyer and Amber Black.

All-Michigan Winners: The Jersey All-Michigan awards were handed out and the winners present were: L to R: Chester Weston, Clayton Weston, Denise Weston, Kylee Weston, Susan Green, Brent Moyer, Elizabeth Rupprecht, Melanie Provoast, Cole Provoast.

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From The Jersey Desk

Michigan Jersey Cattle Club

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ear Dairy Enthusiasts,

The Michigan Jersey Cattle Club is not having a spring sale! The sale committee and board of directors put in a lot of thought and felt a change in timing and type of sale would be a better fit for the club and dairy climate at present. With todays technology there are a lot of options.

We will keep up to date on sale news.

I am honored to have been re-elected president of the Michigan Jersey Cattle Club. My goal as president will be to get the word out to the rest of the world that Michigan is full of jersey history, has some awesome jersey breeders, and has a lot of great jerseys. Please make sure you have paid your dues and we have your correct address and email so we can keep you informed of state and national events and deadlines. We can make more “Jersey Noise� if we work together!!

Susie Green President Michigan Jersey Cattle Club

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I Remember When...

by Blanche Piepkow

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he Meadowridge Sale at Thomas Farms of Hartford was held on October 30th, 1944. This sale came about when three businessmen, C.M. Brown, Frank Smith and J. Touburg of Tecumseh formed a corporation called Meadowridge Jerseys and bought the entire herd at Thomas Farms consisting of 109 registered Jersey cattle. Lacking enough barn space, they sold the surplus at auction.

The sale was managed by Chester Folck and the auctioneer was Glen Weikert, both well-known and experienced men in their field at the time.

Fifty-one animals crossed the auction block on that day and brought an average price of $556.86. This was the highest in any surplus stock sold by a breeder in twenty years.

The bull, Valiant Aim, topped the sale at $4200. It was a three-way fight for the privilege of taking the bull home between Dr. H.T. White of Northridge Jersey

District VI Holstein Association

31st Annual Dairy Calf Sale 4-H & FFA heifer projects representing major dairy breeds April 2, 2016 @ 12 noon Green Meadow Farms Meridian Road Elsie, Michigan 48831 Sale Chairman Gary Vitek | 517-819-1375 Steve Reed | 989-277-2078 Catalogs Dana Sue Kirk-898-224-4735

Farm in Chesaning; Ernest Moelk of Missouri; and V.J. McKibben of Mack Manor Farm in Indiana. In the end the bull went to Dr. White and his nephew and his associate Harold Conklin. As I remember the bull sired a lot of showy animals with many white markings in their coats.

Other Michigan buyers that day were Fred Olson of Stanton; Kenneth Blumerick of Belding, who later went to work with Dale Dean at Meadowridge; Clair Lake of Olivet; Arnold Wyss of Detroit and Capac; Howard Sprague of Ionia; Herman Walters of Hemlock; Neil McSweyn of Merril; Ed Heatherwick of Jackson; Will Argers of Jasper and H. Cronenweth of Traverse City.

Dale Dean had the cattle fit and ready as was his expertise. After the sale, Dale Dean’s great career in the Jersey world continued on at Meadowridge Jerseys in Tecumseh. That’s a story for another time.

Jersey Breeder Bulls For Sale With Pedigrees To Fit Anyone’s Needs.

Brent Moyer

2547 E. Caro Road | Caro, MI 48723 bren_haven@yahoo.com | 989-553-4333

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An Excellent Start to 2016

Star-Summit Dundee Margo

Star-Summit BW Dani

29 EX • 39 VG and none lower • 111.6 BAA • Star-Summit Dundee Margo @ 5-03 up 1 pt to EX 94 (95MS) • Star-Summit Aftrshk Gail-ET @ 5-01 up 1 pt to EX 92 (92MS) • Star-Summit Dundee Bopeep @ 5-07 up 1 pt to EX 92 (91MS) • Star-Summit Sanchez Sheray @ 5-07 up 1 pt to EX 91 (92MS) • Star-Summit Fever Mabel @ 3-05 up 2 pts to EX 90 (92MS) • Star-Summit Fever Maggie (Full sister to Mabel) @ 4-05 now VG 88 • Star-Summit Windbrook Suki @3-05 now VG 88 • Star-Summit BW Dani-RED-ET, 60 days fresh, now VG 88 (Grand Champion of MI R&W Summer Show) Multiple E Designations • Star-Summit Shottle Barret now 2E 91 , 92MS • Star-Summit S M Beverly now 3E 91, 91MS • Star-Summit S S Rhonda-Red now 2E 91, 90MS

Star-Summit Aftershock Gail

High Scoring Two-Year Olds • Star-Summit Windbrook Peggy @ 2-11 (1st score) VG 87 • Star-Summit Gold Blossom @ 2-04 (1st score) VG 86 • Star-Summit Barbwire Silk @ 2-04 (1st score) VG 86 • Star-Summit Wheels Silvana @ 2-04 (1st score) VG 85 • Star-Summit Windbrook Blair @ 2-09 (1st score) VG 85 • Star-Summit Golds N Geina up 3 pts to VG 85 • Star-Summit Shout Sassafras up 3 pts to VG 86 • Star-Summit RBurst Rose-RED up 3 pts to VG 86 • Star-Summit Shottle Miley up 2 pts to VG 85 • Sar-Summit Dundee Nancy-ET up 2 pts to VG 85 Look for a couple of awesome two year olds from Star Summit selling in the Spring Foundation Sale and check out a very special Armani heifer that will be sold in the Spartan Spectacular!

Star-Summit Farm

EMBRYOS, SERVICE-AGE BULLS AND YOUNGER BULLS ARE AVAILABLE

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Tim Baker

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Junior Jottings

by Hayleigh Geurink

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ccording to the ground hog, we can be hopeful that winter is coming to an end and that spring is right around the corner! Yet, it is Michigan and we all know how unpredictable our weather tends to be! I am choosing to be optimistic as show season fever is eagerly starting to kick in! With spring show approaching this means many other events will be taking place quickly! The Michigan Junior Holstein Associations Annual Semen and Embryo Sale will take place Friday, April 8th as a silent auction during the Michigan Spring Foundation Sale. It is our hopes to provide a selection that covers everyone’s needs, from high-type show bulls to high-genomic bulls. We are still soliciting donations and are very grateful for the generous support of our industry. If you are interested in donating, please contact any of our board members or advisors! This sale is our junior board’s biggest fundraiser and it is what allows us to keep supporting and representing Michigan’s youth members.

With this being said, we have exciting news to share with our members! The MJHA is planning a trip to the National Junior Holstein Convention in Saratoga Springs, New York from June 27-July 2. We will sponsor up to $250 per dues paid MJHA member who attends the convention and competes in a national junior contest. For more information on the National Holstein Convention, please visit http://www. nyholsteins.com/2016convention/index.html Possible contests include Dairy bowl, Dairy Jeopardy, Prepared Public Speaking, Folding Display, State Scrapbook, State Banner and Digital Scrapbook. For more information on National Junior Contests, please visit http://www.holsteinusa.com/juniors/index.jsp.

Interested parties should contact Jessica Jakubik, MJHA advisor, by March 14, by phone (616-889-3849) or email (jakubikj@northstartcooperative.com) It is our goal to be able to send a big group of Michigan youth’s to this convention! Representation is key as we host the convention, here in Michigan, in 2018. Our board members who have attended conventions before have said that they were some of the best experiences of their lives and that they have all made out-of-state friendships that will last a life-time! If you have any questions at all, please feel free to contact any of our board members or advisors!

We look forward to seeing you all in April!

Hayleigh Geurink

Caldedonia Farmers Elevator 146 E.Main Street Caledonia, MI 49316 (616)-891-4131

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District VII; The Enduring Holstein Cow

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his summer will be the 47th Annual District VII Holstein Association Show. It will be held in Falmouth with the picnic following. It’s a good “warm-up” to the state show. To continue a legacy, it requires: 1. A firm Foundation. 2. Continued Support.

3. Positive Promotion. A “good show” encourages inspiration and builds passion. One of the early documents describes the purpose of the District VII show to “develop the qualities we cherish in life to pass to young people”.

The myriad of information available on the 46 previous District VII shows, plus the 20 years of the Arenac-Iosco Ogemaw Show is overwhelming. You will find numbers that differ from those previously printed, meaning when conflicting statistics are found, it requires a continuous update. Recollections in interviews are often exaggerated and understandably so, when the event is such an exciting part of one’s past. This truly exemplifies all the attributes of an enduring and endearing event.

The District VII show was actually started two years before District VII was official, in 1970 by the North Central Club. Glen Casey, who had moved from Williamston to Marion and purchased the Marion Sale Barn, was the driving force which initiated the show. Alpha Clark Jr., who had worked for Casey in Williamston while a veterinary student at MSU, was also instrumental in the first show at Marion that had 93 head exhibited. Mike Lee was the showmanship winner as a 13-year-old at this first show. After experiencing the excitement and comradery at the district show, he was involved in District VII activities for the next 39 years in various capacities. A cow purchased in Maryland, Flag Valley Shamrock Bonnie, was the first Grand Champion---shown by Clyde and Coralie Clark. Bonnie had three Fury daughters: Bella, Bonita and Betsie. Bella was Grand Champion in 1972, 1973 and 1974. Bonita was reserve Champion in 1973 behind Bella, and Betsie was Grand Champion in 1975. Bonnie’s grand-daughter, Clydal Excellency Blacky, was Grand Champion in 1981, shown by Brian Clark; and went on to be AllMichigan Grand Champion that year.

An offshoot of District VII (a club within the District) was the Arenac-Iosco Ogemaw Holstein Breeders Club (AIO Club) which started in 1973 in the northeastern part of District VII. George Erickson was the president in 1973-74. The AIO Club held registered shows from 1976-1995. The AIO Show

(also called The Black & White Show) was initially held at the Arenac County Fairgrounds in Standish, separate from the fair. When the new Ogemaw County Fairgrounds were completed in 1980, the show was moved there, taking advantage of the milking facilities.

July 18, 1972 was the third show, the second one with premiums, but the first one to actually be called the District VII Holstein Show. Silver engraved plates were awarded to class winners from 1970 to 1974.

This show was held at the Marion fairgrounds, Albert Kessler was the judge and Brenda Bontekoe the Osceola County Dairy Princess, distributed ribbons.

Liberty Dairy donated milk and Marvall LaLone, a Michigan Milk Producers Association trucker, donated ice cream. The donors through the years have been tremendous with all the various milk companies donating milk at one time or another and Harvestore providing the lunch at several shows.

In 1972, Roberta Williams took first place photos. Jim Plog, the Holstein Association USA Fieldman and Joyce Furu, the Michigan Holstein Association state secretary, were also present. The show started at 10:15 am with bull and calf classes. A pot luck lunch for approximately 300 people filled the noon break, and milking cow classes followed. Karen Boyd won senior showmanship and Kathy LaPoe won junior showmanship. There were 172 total entries from 52 exhibitors. The most entries were from: Louis & Aletha McNeilly of Barryton (23), Claude Cregg of Scottville (12), Kent Boyd (11) and D. Blaine Johnson & Glenn Kole (11).

Actively showcasing the best of the Holstein breed, while training the younger generation to use a discerning eye---the District VII Show has continued for 46 years. The 47th annual show will be hosted by the Falmouth Fairgrounds this year. The location is moved frequently to various locations in all fairness because of our large district area. So far, being held in nine different locales: Marion, Evart, Midland, Harrison, Mt. Pleasant, Big Rapids, Fremont, Reed City & Falmouth. Evart has hosted the show the most times. Probably the record distance for traveling to the District VII Show is the Lucas family from Posen. One year that they showed, the show was held in Big Rapids. The state show used to travel as well. District VII was host to the state show held in Midland in 1975 and 1976. The district

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show was on Wednesday with approximately 100 head and the state show was on Friday. The state show had 300 head in 1975 and 435 head in 1976.

James Jorgenson won senior showmanship in 1975. In 1976, Alpha Clark III won both the district showmanship and state. The milk harvested from the show cows was sold and District VII received the income to keep them out of the red.

Alpha Clark Jr. has been Premier Exhibitor and Premier Breeder the most times, with Lee’s Woodland Farm a close second. However, no one farm dominated the Grand Champion award, each breeder had their memorable year. In addition to Clydal Fury Bella exhibited by Alpha Clark Jr., McBain, winning three consecutive years, twenty-two years later, Jenesis Durham Kaylee exhibited by Tom and Jackie Barends, Fremont, also won champion honors three consecutive years in the mid 2000s. In 1987, Marylee Mark Magic exhibited by Mike Lee of Marion was the District VII Junior Champion, Junior Champion at the Michigan State Fair and went on to place 6th in her class at Madison. In 1981, Clydal Excellency Blacky was shown by Brian Clark of Sears. “Blacky” won District VII Grand Champion and went on to become the All-Michigan Grand Champion that year.

The District VII Show was a family event. Initially, most families either camped or slept in the barn, allowing more time for fellowship. “Show” and “Picnic” were almost synonymous as initially they were always together. From 1984 thru 1992, the picnic was held at a host farm in August, then in 1993, it became part of the show again. Last year, the show was very well attended by spectators. Afterward, participants as well as spectators, all shared in the great meal prepared by Ebel’s. Until 2005, Junior activities were held the evening prior to the show coordinated by Linda Clark Sherman and Rosemary Stieg. A judging contest and name the cow parts for the little ones, was followed by a hot dog roast.

How has the show changed over the years? The exhibitor number used to be on the white paper hat, not on a back tag or show harness. The district always provided free photos for class winners. Until 1984, professional photographers were hired and then Marlene Clark took the photos for many years.

Some of you may remember the show program cover that the State Association provided, compliments of Michigan Animal Breeders Cooperative, forerunner of Northstar Select Sires, for all the district shows until 1993. It had the unique drawing of the Holstein cow with Michigan & the Great Lakes on her side, plus photos of the All-Michigan Show Champion and the District Grand Champions from the previous year.

Inside the cover were more photos and information of

various schedules, events, distinguished individuals, etc. Each district then inserted their own program into this cover.

Even though there were several breeders who frequented the District VII show, each developed their herd in their own unique way. Oftentimes, their stories would involve special purchases at the District VII Sale like in the following examples: KEN CASEBERE Ken and Mary Casebere purchased a Blackstar daughter at the District VII sale that was sold by Mierson Farms. She went on to become the Junior Champion two years in a row, 1990 and 1991.

MIKE LEE & FAMILY They purchased three head at the District VII Sale in 1975 and 1976. These were initially 4-H projects and show animals that went on to be the foundation for cow families that excelled in type & production. Marylee Mark Liberty was Grand Champion in 1993, Marylee Pontiac Marvel was Grand Champion in 1994. Marylee Elva Marcel was the reserve Champion in 1977, but went on to become the 4th dam of BW Marshall. Lee’s Woodland Farm was Premier Exhibitor five times and Premier Breeder seven times.

DICK LAPOE His first registered Holstein was a 4-H project heifer that he bought for $100. To raise the $100, he sold two Jerseys and his bicycle. LaPoe Farms had Grand Champion in 1977 with Lapoe Elevation Gwen, and 1978 with Lonsfarm Masterpiece Design. They were Premier Exhibitor in 1985 & 1986, also Premier Breeder in 1986. Filling the role of secy/ treas for the district, LaFern LaPoe showed amazing dedication. She did this for 22 years, from 19842006, clerking at the sales and shows as well.

Marylee Pontiac Marvel was Grand Champion in 1994 for the Mike Lee family. Lee’s Woodland Farm was Premier Exhibitor five times and Premier Breeder seven times of the District VII Show.

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LOUIS MCNEILLY His foundation cow was Diamond Tower RA Design. His employer Norman Maney in Evart offered him the opportunity to choose a calf as part of this pay and he chose “Design”. From this cow, the offspring transmitted style & type. Louis & Aletha McNeilly were Premier Breeders in 1975 and Premier Exhibitors in 1971, 1972 & 1975. The McNeilly family had Grand Champion honors in 1971 with Twinhouse Celebrity Dale. In 1983, McNeilly Pete Pandora was the reserve Champion who went on to be Grand Champion in 1984.

THE MOLHOEK FAMILY They lost their herd to PBB in 1975. After rebuilding the herd, they began showing at District VII. In 1983, they had the 1st place JuniorYearling heifer. In 1984, Molhoek’s were honored with first place in both the Junior calf and Senior calf classes. In 1985, their first excellent cow was End Road Bell Blossom, who goes back to a cow purchased at the AIO Sale.

GROSS FARMS They exhibited four Grand Champions thru the years: 1985---Fayne Bellevernon Willow. 1988---Gross Farms LH Mars Apple.

1989---Gross Farms Delegate Mandy. 1991---Gross Farms Mandingo Simon.

RICH-LAYNE FARM From Morley, they exhibited theb Grand Champion of the Junior show in 1985: RichLayne Ulti Giant Micky Mo EX-90. They also had first place dam & daughter, with the dam being Rich-Layne Finals My Micky EX90 2E. Unfortunately, Micky Mo died in an accident soon after the show.

The District VII breeders have been an active group over the years and continue to support the entire association. As we focus in on hosting the National Holstein Convention of 2018, District VII will likely be in the spotlight again as the event will be in their own back yard.

GROSS BROS In 1985, Janeland Elve Candy was the 1st Jr. 2 yr. old and their Melridge Wayne Lily was 1st 5 yr. old and Reserve Champion.

Consignment for the Michigan Spring Foundation Sale

Moram Shasta Sanchez Gala

Two-year-old, fresh in February, backed by 11 generations of VG or EX Dam: Moram Shast Talent Gabby-ET VG-85 Grand Dam: Mar-Ro-Del RBN Shasta Babe EX-90 Mar-Ro-Del RBN Shasta Babe EX-90

Patricia Hyde 11872 Bailey Road Morley, MI 49336 231.856.4481 hyderp@casair.net

2-Year PBR Herd Herd Classification 5 EX • 19 VG • 21 GP • BAA 107.4 Visitors Welcome

Shaun & Betty Hyde 11766 Bailey Road Morley, MI 49336 Shaun 989.287.2660 231.856.7303

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From The President

Michigan Holstein Association

H

ey There,

For those of you who don’t know much about me, my given name is Dwight but most people know me as Ike. Apparently, I was a campaign promise some 60 years ago and was named after President Eisenhower. After graduating from Ovid-Elsie High School, I spent four years in the U S Marines and got married and started a family. My wife Mary and I just celebrated our 40th anniversary. We have four children and 9 grandchildren. The reason I wasn’t at the annual meeting was, Mary and I went to North Carolina, where our youngest is in the Marines to see our newest granddaughter, who was born in December. From there we went to Fort Benning Georgia where we saw our oldest grandson graduate from boot camp.

I went to work at Green Meadow Farms in 1987 when Duane Green was the president of Holstein continue to showcase our great Michigan Holsteins USA and worked my way up to the position of herd at our two state shows and work to build our spring manager where I’m at today. sale into a national caliber sale. Last summer we held a picnic for the members and I hope we can I would like to thank those who voted to make continue to do that so that we all can get to know me president at the annual meeting. Tammy each other in a social setting without the pressures VanHaitsma, your new vice president, and I will that go with a show or sale. need your support in the next two years. As we move closer to hosting the national convention in As we weather this year of less than wonderful 2018, we as MHA members will need to step up milk prices, we need to remember that getting rich and do all we can to ensure that the convention wasn’t why we got into the dairy business. I’d like is a success and one of the most memorable to think that for most of us it was for the love of the conventions in recent times. We will need to great Holstein cow!

I’ll be seeing you around,

Ike Ike Hunt, President Michigan Holstein Association

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Michigan Spring Foun

April 8th, 2016 11:00 AM • MSU Livestock Pavilion, East Lansing • Mana

Pine-Tree 2149 Robst 4846 VG-86 2YR DOM The sister to Powerball-P, Missouri, Monterey, Cashflow, Mandate and many more popular AI sires, her June 2015 Silver daughter sells. ~Country Dairy

Luck-E Talent Tamara EX-94 A fancy June Defiant x Talent daughter with excellence in her pedigree. ~Oakfield Corners Dairy

PLUS...

A December Rubicon X VG Supersire in Swampy-Hollow Hope VG-84. ~Jerry Jorgenson First choice of three Goldwyn calves due in early March from Tri-Koebel Damion Mooville EX-93 2E. ~Tri-Koebel

Posey-Creek Juror Ivy EX-91 Her fresh Brokaw daughter sells.

~Posey Creek

Rosa-Myst MooMoo Cup 2015 Reserve All Michigan Winter Heifer Calf. ~Keagan Long

In addition...

There are several exciting consignments from: • WestVale-View • Double Eagle • MilkSource • Tumbleweed

• TriWeilers • Sonray Acres • Rod-er-dic • End Road • Daybreak Dairy • Russelway • Green Meadows

• Moram Holsteins • Joe Higgins • Paul Farms • Armcrest • Pine-Tree Dairy • Winterfield

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undation Sale

• Managed by Michigan Holstein Association Friday, March 27, 2015 11:00 A.M. EST Friday, April 8, 2016 MI MSU Pavilion Lansing,

11:00 AM

Seeking Consignments

The Michigan Holstein Association (MHA) is managing the 2015 spring sale of approximately 80 head.

We are seeking consignments for top pedigreed, show-aged heifers, genomic or good quality cattle for the sale.

Luck-E Advent Kandie-Red EX-95 Her fancy fall calf by Okalif is offered and backed by 3 EX dams. ~Luck-E Holsteins

June Atwood X Cowtown Durham Luella EX-94 X Eleeta Skybuck Lucy EX-95 full sister to OCD Atwood Lullaby (Pictured). ~Oakfield Corners Dairy

Michigan Holstein Association Ike Hunt, Chairman 989-862-4864 Moss McCauley, Co-Chairman 616-446-2670

Eric Westendorp, Chairman 269-838-9975 T-C-G Advt Rapsody Red-ET Dam of Bosside Veola-Red-ET, a fresh 2-Year-Old ~Anna Moser

The online catalog can be found at dairyagendatoday.com with online bidding provided by cowbuyer.com The Spartan Spectacular will follow the Michigan Spring Foundation Sale and will also have online bidding through cowbuyer.com

Mar-Ro-Del RBN Shasta Babe EX-90 Granddam of a fresh 2-Year-Old that sells. Backed by 11 generations of VGs and EXs. ~Moram Holsteins & Rustic Jerseys

Sale Contacts: Eric Westendorp Stan Moser Moss McCauley

269-838-9975 517-404-3559 616-446-2670

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1. ELIGIBILITY: All animals exhibited at shows must be accompanied by the registration certiďŹ cate;Íž  no  photostatic  copies  will  be  accepted.  All  animals  must  be  registered  by  the  Holstein  Association  of  America  or  the  Holstein  Association  of  Canada  or  the  American  Jersey  Cattle  Association.  Ownership  shall  be  established  by  the  name  on  the  certiďŹ cate  of  registry  or  the  presentation  of  the  certiďŹ cate  of  registry  along  with  a  signed  and  completed  transfer  and  fee,  which  will  be  forwarded  to  the  respective  association.  Each  Holstein  animal  must  be  at  least  87%-­RHA. 2.  JUNIOR  MEMBERS:  Holstein  Junior  members  must  have  project  animals  registered  in  their  name  and  they  must  show  their  animal,  or  have  another  junior  member  show  their  animal  to  compete  in  the  junior  division  and  to  qualify  for  the  junior  ribbons  in  the  class.  Holstein  Show  Ownership  -­  Animals  two  years  and  over  must  be  prior  to  January Â ďŹ rst  of  the  year  shown.  Ownership  of  animals  less  than  two  years  old  must  be  prior  to  June Â ďŹ rst  of  the  year  shown.  All  animals  exhibited  in  sho  wmansh  ip  must  be  owned  by  the  junior  sho  wperso  n.

3.  YOUTH  CLASSES:  Youth  classes  include  1,2,3,4,5,6,8,9,10,11,12,13,14,15,16,17  and  18.  The  Junior  and  Reserve  Junior  Champion  will  be  selected  from  the Â ďŹ rst  and  second  place  winner  from  classes:  1,2,3,4,5,  and  6.  The  Intermediate  and  Reserve  Intermediate  Champion  will  be  selected  from  the Â ďŹ rst  and  second  place  winners  from  classes  8,9,10,11  and  12.  Senior  and  Reserve  Senior  Champion  will  be  selected  from  the Â ďŹ rst  and  second  place  winners  from  classes  13,14,15,16,17  and  18.  Grand  and  Reserve  Grand  Champion  will  be  selected  from  the  Junior,  Intermediate  and  Senior  Champions.

4.  HE  ALTH  CERTIFICATES:  Michigan  oďŹƒcial  Health  Rules  must  be  observed.  All  cattle  exhibited  must  be  free  of  contagious  and  infectious  disease  including  extensive  ringworm,  scab,  mange,  and  warts.  Cattle  under  quarantine  are  not  eligible  for  exhibition.  All  decisions  regarding  health  of  any  animals  shall  be  made  by  the  oďŹƒcial  veterinarian  and  implemented  by  the  show  chairman.ALL  CATTL  E  MU  ST  HAVE  AN  OFFICIAL  RFID  TAG. 5.  DHI  RECORDS:  It  shall  be  the  responsibility  of  each  exhibitor  to  make  available  all  registrations,  health  or  DHI  sheets.

6.  SHOW  AUTHORITY:  The  Show  Committee,  Michigan  Holstein  Association  and  the  Michigan  Jersey  Cattle  Club,  its  agents  reserve  the Â ďŹ nal  and  absolute  right  to  interpret  the  rules  and regulations of the show and will settle all matters in connection with the show.

7.  EXHIBITORS:  All  show  people  are  encouraged  to  display  a  standard  exhibitors  card  harness  with  class  number  clearly  visible,  and  are  encouraged  to  wear  white  pants/jeans  or  skirt.

8.  POINT  SYSTEM:  The  point  system  for  determining  Premier  Breeder  and  Premier  Exhibitor Awards shall be as follows: Placing  1st  2nd  3rd  4th  5th  6th  7th  8th  9th  10th Jr.  Females,  Dry  Cows  10  9  8  7  6  5  4  3  2  1 Sr.  Females  20  18  16  14  12  10  8  6  4  2 9.  PREMIER  BREE  DER  AWARD:  The  Premier  Breeder  award  is  presented  to  the  breeder  of  no  more  than  6  animals,  all  shown  in  the  single  classes,  which  total  the  most  points.  No  entry  is  required  and  the  winner  need  not  be  an  exhibitor  at  the  show  nor  the  owner  of  the  point-­winning  animals.  BREEDER  DEFIN  ED:  The  owner  of  the  dam  at  the  time  of  service  shall  be  considered  the  breeder.  Where  animals  are  registered  in  the  names  of  dierent  members  of  a  family  residing  on  one  farm  and  where  the  herd  is  one  unit,  all  animals  shall  be  considered  bred  by  that  unit.

10.  PREMIER  EXHIBITOR  AWARD:  The  Premier  Exhibitor  award  is  presented  to  the  exhibitor  of  no  more  than  six  animals.  all  shown  in  the  single  classes,  which  total  the  most  points.  EXHIBIT  OR  DEFIN  ED:  The  exhibitor  must  be  the  owner  or  member  of  a  partnership  owning  the  animal.  Where  animals  are  registered  in  the  names  of  dierent  members  of  a  family  residing  on  one  farm  and  where  the  herd  is  one  unit,  all  animal  may  be  considered  exhibited  by  that  unit.

11.  SUBSTITUTIONS:  Substitutions  may  be  made  both  in  and  out  of  respective  classes.  Changes  must  be  made  before  the  close  of  entries.

12.  FIRST  BRED  AND  OWNE  D:  First  place  bred  and  owned  animals  will  be  recognized  for  the  highest  placing  animal  bred  and  owned  by  the  exhibitor,  as  determined  by  registration  certiďŹ cate.  Breeder  is  to  be  determined  as  the  owner  of  the  dam  at  the  time  of  service;Íž  where  a  herd  is  registered  in  the  names  of  dierent  members  of  a  family  residing  on  one  farm,  where  the  herd  is  one  unit  and  everyone  is  using  the  same  preďŹ x,  all  entries  may  be  considered  as  Bred  and Owned by Exhibitor.

13.  DRY  COWS:  Entries  in  dry  cow  classes  must  have  produced  a  live  calf  within  18  months  or  prove  to  be  with  calf.  A  cow  shown  dry  must  have  been  reported  dry  on  DHI  records  or  any  cow  that  was  last  fresh  280  days  or  more,  prior  to  the  date  of  the  show,  may  be  shown  at  the  option  of  the  exhibitor  in  either  the  dry  or  milking  cow  class.  The  DHI  sheet  must  accompany  animals to be shown in the dry cow classes.

Please note: Anyone who owes the Michigan Holstein Association or the Michigan Dairy Cattle News more that $100 and is over 90 days delinquint will not be able to show in any state sponsored show including the Great Lakes Spring Show.

Any person and/or immediate family member of a person who owes the Michigan Jersey Cattle Club or the Michigan Dairy Cattle News more than $50 and is over 90 days delinquent will not be able to show in any state sponsored show including the Michigan Jersey Show. The debt must be paid by close of entries.

1- WINTER HEIFER CALF-­born  after  November  30,  2015  and  before  March  1,  2016.

2- FALL HEIFER CALF-­  Born  after  August  31,  2015  and  before  December  1,  2015.

3- SUMMER YEARLING HEIFER-­  born  after  May  31,  2015  and  before  September  1,  2015.

4- SPRING YEARLING HEIFER-­  born  after  February  28,  2015  and  before  June  1,  2015.

5- WINTER YEARLING HEIFER-­  born  after  November  30,  2014  and  before  March  1,  2015.

6- FALL YEARLING HEIFER-­  born  after  August  31,  2014  and  before  December  1,  2014. **A- JU NIOR AND RESERVE JUNIOR CHAMPION - JUNIOR SHOW: from the calf and yearling classes.  First  and  second  place  animals  will  be  considered.

**B- JUNIOR AND RESERVE JUNIOR CHAMPION- OPEN SHOW: from the calf and yearling classes, Â ďŹ rst  and  second  place  animals  will  be  considered.

7- JUNIOR BEST THREE FEMALES-­  from  the  calf  and  yearling  classes,  all  must  be  bred  and  at  least Â

one owned by exhibitor.

8- NON-LACTATING JR TWO YR OLD- Please note: this entry is not considered for any champion ribbon.  Born  3-­1-­14  through  8-­31-­14.

9- JUNIOR TWO YEAR OLD COW-  born  after  February  28,  2014  and  before  September  1,  2014.

10- SENIOR TWO YEAR OLD COW-­  born  after  August  31,  2013  and  before  March  1,  2014.

11- JUNIOR THREE YEAR OLD COW-­  born  after  February  28,  2013  and  before  September  1,  2013.

12- SENIOR THREE YEAR OLD-­  born  after  August  31,  2012  and  before  March  1,  2013. **C-INTERMEDIATE AND RESERVE INTERMEDIATE CHAMPION-JUNIOR SHOW- from classes  8-­12.  First  and  second  place  animals  will  be  considered.

**D-INTERMEDIATE AND RESERVE INTERMEDIATE CHAMPION-OPEN SHOW-from classes 8-­12.  First  and  second  place  animals  will  be  considered.

13- FOUR YEAR OLD COW-­  born  after  August  31,  2011  and  before  September  1,  2012.

14- FIVE YEAR OLD COW-­  born  after  August  31,  2010  and  before  September  1,  2011.

15- AGED COW-­  born  before  September  1,  2010.

16- 125,000 POUND COW-  any  cow,  any  age,  with  oďŹƒcial  lifetime  credits  over  125,000  pounds  of  milk  as  of  show  day  as  veriďŹ ed  by  DHI  records  or  performance  pedigree.

17- DRY COW **E- SENIOR AND RESERVE SENIOR CHAMPION-JUNIOR SHOW-­  from  classes  13-­17.  First  and  second place animals will be considered.

**F- GRAND AND RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION FEMALE-JUNIOR SHOW-­  Junior,  Intermedi-

ate  and  Senior  Champions  will  be  considered.

**G-SENIOR AND RESERVE SENIOR CHAMPION-OPEN SHOW-­  from  classes  13-­17  First  and Â

second place animals will be considered.

**H- GRAND AND RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION FEMALE-OPEN SHOW-­  Junior,  Intermediate Â

and  Senior  Champions  will  be  considered.

**I- BEST UDDER OF SHOW- from the best uddered animals in the individual classes. One award will be presented.

**J- GRAND AND RESERVE BRED BY EXHIBITOR IBITOR - from  the Â ďŹ rst  place  animals  in  the Â

individual classes.

18- DAIRY HERD-­  four  milking  or  dry  cows  all  owned  by  the  exhibitor.

19-- THREE BEST FEMALES-all three must be bred and at least one owned by exhibitor.

20- PRODUCE OF DAM-­two  ospring,  any  age,  from  the  same  dam.  May  be  owned  by  more  than  one  exhibitor. One bull permitted.

21- DAM AND DAUGHTER-­any  cow  and  one  of  her  female  o  spring,  any  age,  may  be  owned  by Â

more than one exhibitor.

**K- PREMIER EXHIBITORIBITOR AWARD- The exhibitor winning the most point on six or less animals.

**L- PREMI ER BREEDER AWARD- The exhibitor winning the most points on six or less animals.

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2016 Great Lakes Regional Dairy Conference The 2016 Great Lakes Regional Dairy conference attracted over 450 dairy industry enthusiasts to Mount Pleasant, Michigan on February 4-6th to hear about the global dairy market and learn from other dairy producers on various topics vital to production and profitability.

Market prices were on every dairymen’s mind and Christophe LaFougere of GIRA, a strategic consultancy and market research firm, provided a global outlook for dairy markets and summed up his comments with “We will never see the prices of 2014 again.” He explained that 2014-15 has shown us that it is when a number of events come together that commodity prices become highly volatile. This is even more the case when it happens near the end of a three-year price cycle. He went on to explain that the recent debacle in world markets is probably over now. Its immediate causes have now been digested by world markets by widening the client base, diversifying the product mix and returning to reasonable prices. LaFougere said we can probably expect prices to return to their ‘comfort zones’ relatively soon.

A genomics panel discussion led by Corey Geiger, the Managing Editor of Hoards Dairyman included dairymen from New York to California. Hailing from Oakfield Corners, New York was Johnathan Lamb of Oakfield Corners Dairy while Steve Maddox of Maddox Dairy came in from California. The Michigan producers included Luke Haywood of Sand Creek Dairy in Hastings and Gary Blair of Double Eagle Dairy in Middleton.

and a presentation and panel discussion including John Mueller of Willow Bend Farm of New York and Tom Oesch of Swiss Lane Dairy in reinforced the importance of treating employees like family. John Mueller commented, “Sometimes you just have to smile even when you don’t feel like it and the Golden Rule applies 100 percent of the time when interacting with employees.”

Henk deVor of deVor Dairy in Decker, gave a compelling presentation to a standing room only crowd on how they rebuilt their dairy after a tornado touched down in the summer of 2015. deVor explained that twelve hours after the tornado touched down in the center of the 3,500 cow dairy, three competing milk equipment companies rallied together to facilitate an operational milking parlor and two hours later they were rebuilding what was lost. Over 200 volunteers showed up to help with clean-up and twenty-one workers were on the job six days a week, working twelve hour days for six months to get the farm fully operational again. deVor emphasized the importance of a good insurance policy especially when disaster strikes.

When the spotlight shifted to recognition, Hank Choate of Cement City was named the 2016 Michigan State University Dairy Farmer of the Year while Louis and Rosemarie Stieg of Hersey were named Michigan Holstein Association’s Master Breeder. The 2017 Great Lakes Regional Dairy Conference will be held February in Frankenmuth, at the Bavarian Inn. For more information visit http://glrdc.msu.edu/

The discussion centered around how they use genomic testing to improve their herds and the importance of good genetics. A genomic test evaluates DNA from cattle to identify genes influencing production traits, hair color and animal health and viability.

The panel concurred that the identification of animals is extremely important and using the best genetics will always improve your herd quickly along with using the genomic tools that are available. Their mating criteria varied according to what factors they emphasized as important. Maddox focuses on type, functionality and production in his herd while Haywood of Sand Creek Dairy leans more toward production and health traits.

Human resources are a valuable asset to any farm

Steve Maddox – Steve Maddox of Maddox Dairy in California gave an overview of the differences between dairying in the west and the Midwest.

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District VII Top-Of-Michigan Sale

Saturday, April 23, 2016 at 11:00 AM

Early Consignments End-Road Layne Begum-ET

DOB 12/30/12 Sire: Kellercrest Super Layne-ET Dam: End-Road Planet Betha-ET VG-85

Isabella Co. Fairgrounds, Mt. Pleasant, MI To consign or request a catalog, please contact Mark at 231-510-0764.

W-R-L Marty Jenaya 8626-ET

End-Road Hill Bristol-ET GP-82

GTPI 2291 DOB 10-06-15 Full Sister to W-RlL Marty Jeziree 8617 and Grand Daughter of W-R-L Super January 8228-ET VG-87

End Road Votto 2144-ET

GTPI 1978 DOB 2-09-14 Sire: 7H9925 Yance Dam: W-R-L Socrates Lena 8091 GP-84

DOB 2/21/2012 Sire: Lotta-Hill Shottle 41-ET Dam: End-Road Champ Bea-ET GP-83 DOB: 4/12/15 Sire: De-Su Shan Votto 11607-ET Dam: End-Road Supersire Baia-ET

End Road Harpoon-P 2161-ET

DOB: 6/30/2015 Sire: Hermanvll Harpoon-P-ET Dam: Springhill-OH Bowser Ice-ET VG-87

End Road Oak Ireland-ET

DOB: 2/20/2014 Sire: Pine-Tree Altaoak-ET Dam: Springhill-OH Bowser Ice-ET VG-87

W-R-L Yance Latifah 8451

W-R-L Yance Vanessa 8473

GTPI 1835 DOB 5-29-14 Due 5-28-16 to 7H10721 Bookem Sire: 7H9925 Yance Dam: W-R-L Bronco Vixen 8303 G-79

W-R-L Abram Lucy Lynn 8481 GTPI 1920 DOB 7-08-14 Due 6-7-16 to 7H11477 McCutchen Sire: 7H9900 Abran Dam: W-R-L Alan Lark 8222 VG-87

Congratulations

Steve Gross received the “Atta Boy “ Award

Duane Molhoek received the 2016 Dairy Shrine Hall of Fame.

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B&W Dreams Clarks Star DOB 06/01/2013 Registration number 142471601

187 DIM 11,067 460 F 4.2% 1-11 Proj 305 D 22,203. 1,016 F 4.6% Pregnant due 6-22 to Citation-P-Red

We are looking forward to 2016 with great anticipation and a lot of changes.

One thing that we never take for granted or not believe in is our great ladies we have been blessed to take care of each day.

Our consignment to the Michigan Spring Foundation Sale is the best young

“Life is simple when you live black and white”

cow we have bred to date. She is our daughter’s cow out of one of her cows, a Drake that went EX-90 last month and Star, in her own right went VG-86 in every breakdown. The classifier said that she is one of the best he had seen that month. She is bred back and due the first of June to Citation-P-Red, it could be a red calf and polled.

It is hard selling the best but we practice what Horace Backus always says,

B &W Dreams Joe Higgins and Family 370 Truman Barryton. Michigan 231-335-6036

“Sell the best and breed the rest.”

Look her up in East Lansing in April, you won’t be disappointed. Better

yet, take her home for the kids to win all the county fairs next summer and maybe bigger shows!

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Classification Highlights Westvale-View Sandchez Jodi-ET EX-90

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• 20 2nd Lactation Cows raised to VG • 8 Cows raised up that were VG

2-Year-Olds • • • • • •

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Visitors Are Always Welcome!

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“Ivy” League

Your Chance To Join The Posey-Creek Juror Ivy EX-91 • • • •

2015 All-Michigan 5 year old cow 2013 Reserve Intermediate Champion, MI Spring Show 3rd Place Sr 2, 2012 All-Michigan Show Daughters by: Alexander, Lauthority, Brokaw, Armani and due June 2016 with an Atwood heifer!

Hi Melissa,

Friday, March 27, 2015 11:00 A.M. EST MSU Pavilion Lansing, MI

Seeking Consignments

The Michigan Holstein Association (MHA) is managing the 2015 spring sale of approximately 80 head.

We are seeking consignments for top pedigreed, show-aged heifers, genomic or good quality cattle for the sale.

Make A Smart Purchase Michigan Holstein Association

I’d like a full color, full page ad with the Michigan SpringCo-Chairman Foundation Sale Moss McCauley, 616-446-2670 logo included. I’ve attached a previous ad for style reference, I’d like the logo and contact info at the bottom to be the same as prior. My farm logo is also attached, I will send the cow pics in a separate email. I will get Ivy’s lactation info and will forward it by the end of the week. Let me know if you have any questions. Thank you!

Ike Hunt, Chairman 989-862-4864

Verbiage for the ad, ok to edit/rearrange: Your Chance to Join the “Ivy” League - Make a Smart Purchase MI Spring Sale consignments from our favorite cow, Posey-Creek Juror Ivy EX 91 2015 All-Michigan 5 year old cow 2013 Reserve Intermediate Champion, MI Spring Show 3rd place Sr 2, 2012 All-Michigan Show Daughters by: Alexander, Lauthority, Brokaw, Armani and due June 2016 with an Atwood heifer!

Offering: June 2014 Brokaw daughter, will be fresh sale day June 2015 Armani daughter These heifers are backed by 7 generations EX/VG!

Michigan Spring Sale consignments from Posey-Creek Juror Ivy EX-91 • June 2014 Brokaw daughter, will be fresh sale day • June 2015 Armani daughter • These heifers are backed by 7 generations EX/VG!

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Sherry & Suzanne

Sherry Meyers retired as the president of the Michigan Holstein Association. MHA Executive Secretary Suzanne Tuttilia presents her with a gift of appreciation.

Mason & Katelyn

Siblings Mason and Katelyn Horning enjoy their ThreeA-Day Dairy servings at the Great Lakes Regional Dairy Conference

The Rupprecht Family

Elizabeth and Drew with son, Braxton at the recent Michigan Jersey Cattle Club Annual Meeting.

Joe & His Angels

Joe Domecq and his angels were on display at the recent GLRDC as they were recognized for their efforts as the MSU 4 year Collegiate Dairy Judging Team. From left Kelly Raterink,, Louise Vanderploeg, Dr Joe Domecq, Laura Lubeski and Allison Pung

Ambassadors

These young ladies will represent the dairy producers in Michigan for the next year as they promote and serve the dairy industry from coast to coast

Caught on Camera MSU Dairy Farmer

The MSU Dairy Farmer of the Year is Hank Choate of Cement City. He was surrounded by his family when he received the award at the recent GLRDC. From left: Katie Choate, Hank Choate, Stacy Hughes, Brandon Hughes.

Ladies Trio

Sherry Oswalt, Stephanie Shafer and Jennifer Lewis visiting at the GLRDC

Shaun & Sherry

Shaun Hyde was recognized for his service to the MHA Board of Directors receiving a retirement gift from Sherry Meyer.

Joe, Amber & Kim

Joe Domecq, Amber Black, Kim Billman and Mary Costigan enjoy a moment to visit at the Michigan Jersey Cattle Club Meeting.

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Michigan Dairy Ambassador Program Names Two 2016 Representatives Ten dairy youth kicked off their year of dairy promotion and outreach as Michigan dairy ambassadors during the Great Lakes Regional Dairy Conference (GLRDC) in Mt. Pleasant, Mich. on Friday, Feb. 5.

Seven high school junior dairy ambassadors-Cindy Alexander of Carsonville, Kristen Burkhardt of Fowlerville, Mackenzie DeLong of North Branch, Miriah Dershem of St. Johns, Jessica Nash of Elsie, Allison Schafer of Westphalia, Elyse Zimmerlee of Bellevue-and three college senior dairy ambassadorsKayleigh Gratz of Allegan, Suzanna Hull of North Adams, Charlene McAlvey of Owosso-spent the day training for their upcoming role as dairy advocates.

Ambassadors participated in various trainings and workshops from resources available through the United Dairy Producers of Michigan (UDIM) to active listening skills, preparing effective promotional soundbites and social media 101. Ambassadors will take part in further trainings and represent the dairy industry at promotional and outreach events throughout the year.

representatives were selected based on each ambassador’s application, professional introduction, interview and participation throughout the training.

The GLRDC established the Michigan Dairy Ambassador Scholarship and Leadership Program in 2006. The program provides future young dairy leaders with an opportunity to develop communication, promotion and leadership skills while representing the dairy industry in person and online.

To learn more about the Michigan Dairy Ambassador Scholarship and Leadership Program, visit www.glrdc. msu.edu.

During the training, candidates were evaluated on their application, their personal introductions, picka-question answer and rounded out the day with a 10-minute interview with the judges. The high scoring junior and senior were named the 2016 dairy ambassador representatives.

Kristen Burkhardt a junior at Fowlerville high school was named the 2016 junior Dairy Ambassador Representative and will receive a $1,000 scholarship after her year of service. Charlene McAlvey a junior at Michigan State University was named the 2016 senior Dairy Ambassador Representative and will receive a $1,500 scholarship after her year of service.

“I appreciate the enthusiasm the 2016 ambassador candidates have for the dairy industry. An industry that is, at times, highly scrutinized. People excited about growing the industry is exactly what we need to promote a positive image.” Scott Ferry, dairy farmer, promoter and ambassador judge said.

Michigan Dairy Ambassadors gather after their training during the Great Lakes Regional Dairy Conference.

Pictured above: first row (left to right) Kristen Burkhardt, Charlene McAlvey, Suzanna Hull, Cindy Alexander, Elyse Zimmerlee. Second row (left to right): Mackenzie DeLong and Kayleigh Gratz. Third row (left to right) Allison Scafer, Miriah Dershem and Jessica Nash.

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Holstein Breeder of the Year

by Bev Berens

Michigan Holstein Association (MHA) annually recognizes one of its members for their contributions to the industry and for their work in improving the Holstein breed. The 2015 MHA Master Breeder award was presented to Louis, Rosemarie and Evan Stieg of Hersey at the Great Lakes Regional Dairy Conference in Mount Pleasant, Michigan.

The Stieg’s prefix, HOLGERS-LRS, tributes both Rose and Louis’ parental birthplaces of the Netherlands (HOL) and Germany (GER) respectively.

“This is quite an honor,” said Louis. “I want to thank everyone for considering us. There are numerous breeders in Michigan that I look up to and many people are deserving of the recognition.”

Rosemarie’s childhood was rooted in the registered dairy business through her father William Straathos. “My father was interested in cow families. I brought that into our farm and Louis took off with it and has been very successful with it,” Rose said. “In a way, I feel like I sort of won this for my dad. He would be very proud.”

From their beginning in 1979, each cow purchase has been a registered Holstein. An early purchase from the ELV Apache Ranch Dispersal was a yearling Ultimate heifer. Louis bred her to SWD Valiant, which proved to be an excellent decision. The mating produced HolgerLRS Valiant Starshine EX 92 EEEE DOM, who went on to produce four daughters that scored EX-91 or higher.

One of those daughters, Holger-LRS Blackstar Star EX92 EEEEE, remains one of the few Holsteins that has achieved 5E in her lifetime.

Louis said. By providing extra space at the bunk, adhering to a strict rule of one cow per stall, and increasing stall size by six inches in both length and width, Louis has seen production increase by about fifteen pounds per cow daily. He attributes much of the increase to the details and measures they have taken to provide the most comfortable environment for their herd. “We have many older cows in the herd and we want to keep them for as long as we can. Because we didn’t have enough stalls, the younger cows didn’t always do as well.”

The farm has entertained many visitors since they moved into the new facility early last fall. “It is really an honor to have all these visitors come to see what we are doing for cow comfort,” Louis said.

Louis and Rosemarie agree that while the cattle and dairy have encompassed their entire lives, their biggest accomplishment is raising four children within the dairy industry. Along with Evan, three daughters---Kuirsta, Helena and Kendra--- grew up showing dairy cattle locally. “I believe it has a lot with who they are today. It kept them focused and we are proud of them,” Louis said.

Congratulations, Louis, Rosemarie and Evan Steig!

Another key purchase was Scientific Ignitor Charm in the early 2000’s from the Michigan Spring Foundation Sale consigned by Matt Nunes. A descendant of the Roxy family, Charm’s genetics are carried in over twenty-five percent of today’s herd.

Sixteen cows carrying the Holger-LRS prefix that are part of the breeding herd have achieved an excellent score along with two Dams of Merit and a Gold Medal Dam. In 1987, the Steig’s received their first Progressive Breeder Award from the Holstein Association.

In 2012, their son Evan joined the farm. The decision was made at that time to move forward and build a free stall barn. “Our main goal for the project was cow comfort,”

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Cutline: Sherry Meyer (left) presents the Michigan Holstein Association Master Breeder Award to Louis and Rosemarie Stieg at the 2016 Great Lakes Regional Dairy Conference.

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In Memoriam George Carl Erickson, age 86, of Whittemore George had received the District VII Lifetime passed away at his home, surrounded by the love Achievement Award in 2003 as a breeder of of his family, on Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2015.

Registered Holstein cattle.

He was born on May 1, 1929 on the family farm to Earl and Mildred (Martin) Erickson. George will be remembered as a kind, generous and hard-working man committed to his wife, family, friends and the community. Working the fields and especially milking cows fulfilled his soul, yet his involvement with horses was his passion. He was an avid supporter of W-P athletics and always made time to attend and support the activities in which his children and grandchildren participated.

He graduated from Whittemore High School in 1947 and married Betty Kangas in 1952. George was a member of the Whittemore-Prescott Board of Education for 25 years, the Iosco RESA Board of Education, the Independent Bank Board, the Conservation Board, Michigan Dairy Herd Improvement Association and the Iosco County Fair Board. He was a 4-H horse leader and served as a board member of the Michigan 4-H Council.

He was a member of the Michigan Trail Rider’s Association, lifetime member of the NRA, a 35year member of the Michigan Milk Producer’s Association and a member of the Michigan Farm Bureau since 1949.

George J. Hazle, of St. Johns, died Monday, February 22, 2016 at the age of 87. He was born September, 3, 1928 in Ovid, MI the son of Wesley R. and Helen (Hoeve) Hazle. He graduated from Fowler High School, (1946) and Michigan State College Agricultural Short Course (1947 & 1948).

George was the proud owner of Golden-Knob Holsteins from 1963 to 2013. George also worked for Michigan DHIA as a supervisor and was an AI Technician for MABC. George was active in County and State 4-H dairy programs for 75 years as a member and leader. George was in many dairy and agricultural organizations. He was a member of the National and Michigan Holstein Association. George was a member of MMPA, NorthStar Co-op and Farm Bureau. He served on the Victor Township Board of Review and was a past member of the Clinton County Fair Board.

On November 25, 1950 he married Shirley Parker and she preceded him in death in July of 2014.

He was also predeceased by his parents and two sisters, Ruth Milford and Hilda Sheldon. Surviving are two daughters, Dana Sue (Kevin) Kirk and Kathy George is survived by his wife, Betty; children, Hazle all of St. Johns; three grandchildren, Kevin Cindy (Ian) LeVine of Williamston, Jeanie (Howard) (Rachel) Kirk of Luna Nagel, CA, Dana (Andrea) Barriger of Prescott, Tim (Carole) Erickson of Kirk of Dimondale, Lindsay (Calby) Garrison of Rockford, Barb (Jeff) Janish of Whittemore and Jeff Adrian; three great grandchildren, Carson and (Sandi) Erickson of Whittemore; grandchildren, Wesley Garrison, Jeffrey Kirk with number four Casey Preston, Carrie (Derek Oliver) Preston, great grandchild on the way; two brothers, Chuck Rodney (Carrie) Barriger, Jodi (Aaron) Fritzsche, (Diane) Hazle of St. Johns, Richard Hazle of Scott (Brandi) Barriger, Todd Barriger, Kelli (RJ) OH; one sister, Elaine (Don) Rawlings of TN and Boudro, Justin (Ana) Erickson, Jennifer (Derek) many nieces and nephews. Memorials may be Dyer, Jordan Erickson, Theresa (Justin) Migut, Julie made to Clinton County 4-H Dairy 1608 E. Silvers (Lucas) Hanson, Tyler Janish, Ashtyn Erickson Rd. St. Johns, MI 48879 or the Michigan Dairy and Brendan Erickson; 14 great grandchildren; Memorial and Scholarship Foundation, Michigan and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded State University, Anthony Hall, Room 2265, 474 S. in death by his parents; brothers, Wayne, Neil, Shaw Lane East Lansing, MI 48824. Make checks Bob and Lee; and sister, Wanda Allen. payable to MDMSF (A10901).

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Only Our Bes t Sale Consignments

Friday, April 8, 2016 • MSU Pavilion, East Lansing, MI Rod-er-Dic Supersire Glenda

Immediately following the Michigan Spring Foundation Sale A 2-yr old Supersire who sells fresh Selling outstanding Holstein, Jersey, Red & White • Dam: Rod-er-Dic Durable Glenda 3-0and VG-86 Ayrshire heifers • 2nd Dam: Rod-er-Dic Outside Glenda VG-86 • 3rd Dam: Rod-er-Dic Raider Glenda EX-94

A Deep-Ribbed Valentino Fall Calf More Exciting bornConsignments 9-20-15

• Dam: R. Topeka Tabitha (2-Yr-Old, not scored Stylish Jersey Sept. Resurrection x EX-93 Champi• 2ndon Dam: Centurion TierayabyEX-90 x EX Breezy-Knoll 90 Sunny x VG-82 Image followed 2 • 3rd generations Dam: Nabholz Remake Tabby EX-92 EX-90…………………………..Amber Black • 4th Dam: Stemer Imperial Tabitha-ET EX-91 Angular Jersey Sept. Valentino x 2 YO Topeka x

Rod-er-Dic Samantha EX-92Remake 2E EX-90Ideal Centurion x EX-92 x EX-91

Wat ch for Seeking Consignments

Imperial……………………………………………..Rod-Er-Dic

Red Sept. Powerball with a GTPI of +2334 out of a Morgan 2 YO x VG-89 Epic x VG-89 Manoman x VG-88 Goldwyn x VG-85 Lee…………….....Ri-Val-Re

JUNIPER OUTSIDE WISH-ET EX-95 An exciting summer yrlg with a maternal brother at Sexing Technologies! Out of a VG-85 Delta x VG-86 Supersire x EX-93 O-Man x EX-95 Wish x 5 gen. of EX…….....VanHaitsma

MS WELCOME COLBY TAYA-ET VG-88 GMD DOM Polled December Yoder with a +2430 GTPI out of Altaembassy 2 YO x VG-86 Numero Uno x VG-88 Taya-ET x EX-90 FBI x EX-91 Boliver……………..…Ri-Val-Re

Friday, March 27, 2015 11:00 A.M. EST MSU Pavilion Lansing, MI

Full age Appeal summer yrlg out of a EX-90 Alexander x Ex-90 Zenith x EX-90 Eland…..Red Carpet

Our Fancy Red Factor Reality-Red Fall Calf heading to Mt. Pleasant to the Topthe of Michigan Sale straight The Holstein (MHA) is managing Fancy red O’Kalif fallMichigan calf x 2 YO Absolute x VG Association maternal sister to EX-92 Tri-Koebel Goldwyn out of the Amy family 2015 spring sale of approximately 80 head.

Trophy…………………………………………………....Koebel 4th Dam Rod-er-Dic Starbuck Ada 5E 94 We areGold seeking for top pedigreed, show-aged A Fancy, Full-Aged Chipconsignments Fall Calf

bornheifers, 9-8-15 genomic A sharp June Brokaw out of GP-83 Damion xor VG-good • Dam:Rod-er-Dic IdealTalent SSD Sami EX-91 87 Kingly x EX-91 x 3 gen.

VG……………T&H

quality cattle for the sale.

TRI-KOEBEL FEAR THIS EX-94 3E • 2nd Dam : Rod-er-Dic Ideal Samantha EX-92 2E A fancy Golden Dreams summer yrlg • 3rd: Sold for dairypolled as 2-yr Old Homozygous Nov. Ocean-PP x 2 YO Style x out of a EX-91 Laurin backed by a EX-93 • 4th: Rod-er-Dic Idealx EX-90 CS Pride EX-90 Michigan Holstein VG-88 Observer Advent-RED x VG-88 Association full sister to EX-94 Fear This…….Koebel Ranger………………………………..……………….Ri-Val-Re Ike Hunt, Chairman 989-862-4864 Moss McCauley, Co-Chairman 616-446-2670 Full age RC Dempsey summer yrlg x 2 YO Talent x EX-91 Advent with 6 gen. VG/EX……….…....Reed

MS DO-N-JOY DUNDE LAURIE EX-91 From the showy line of EX-92 Bellwood Linda is a Dec. Halogen heifer. Out of a 2 YO Mogul x VG-86 Superstition x EX91 Laurie……………………………Red Carpet

The sale is one of the largest educational experiences and fundraisers

109.2% BAA Paul Meyer for the Michigan State Dairy Club and the Michigan State Dairy Judging Sept. Gold Chip out of a EX-91 Deuce x EX-92 2E Registered Holsteins, Jerseys & Brown Swiss 616-490-3336 program. Please consider placing a Sam x NC x EX-90……………………………….Rod-Er-Dic Ser vice-Age Bulls & Replacement Females Available business name, farm name, or business Sherry Meyer card in ourVisitors sale catalog to show your Welcome Additional consignments from Green 7692 Kalamazoo S.E.Meadow • Byron Center, MI 49315 • Ph/Fx: 616-698-8208 616-490-2873 support for the dairy programs at MSU. Farms, Winterfield Farms, email:Star roderdic@yahoo.com • Follow us on Facebook SPRING 2016 | 35 Summit, Paul Farms, Westvale-View, Bennett's, Michigan State University and more!

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CONSIGNMENTS Pedig ree Performance &

W-R-L Super January 8228-ET VG-87

W-R-L Marty Jenaya 8626-ET

GTPI 2291 DOB 10-06-15 Sire: Pen-Col Marty-ET GTPI 2627 Dam: W-R-L Mogul Jazette 8437-ET GTPI 2354 Grand Dam: W-R-L Super January 8228-ET VG-87 Full Sister to W-RlL Marty Jeziree 8617

Her Daughter and Grand Daughters SELL! W-R-L Super January 8228-ET VG-87

2-02 3x 337 Days 31,453 3.4% 1075F 2.9% 922P 3-03 3x 427 Days 43,026 3.4% 1450F 3.0% 1304P 4-08 3x 234 Days 26,851 3.2% 849F 2.7% 732P Currently milking 115lbs. and due 6-18-16 to Mogul SELLING W-R-L Mogul Jaxin 8435-ET GTPI 2208 DOB 11-23-13 DHI Tested: 27 DIM 108.7 3.9% 2.8% Sire: Mogul Dam: W-R-L Super January 8228-ET VG-87 Fresh 1-21-16 and looking good. Will sell open SELLING W-R-L Marty Jeziree 8617-ET GTPI 2367 DOB 9-29-15 Sire: Pen-Col Marty-ET GTPI 2627 Dam: W-R-L Mogul Jazette 8437-ET GTPI 2354 Full sister to W-R-L Marty Jenaya 8626-ET

W-R-L Yance Latifah 8451

GTPI 1978 DOB 2-09-14 DHI Tested: 41 Days 123.4 3.0% 2.8% Sire: 7H9925 Yance Dam: W-R-L Socrates Lena 8191 GP-84 Lifetime: 1154 Days 97,480 Milk 3281 Fat 2953 Protein Fresh 1-07-16 and Doing Well

W-R-L Yance Vanessa 8473

GTPI 1835 DOB 5-29-14 Due 5-28-16 to 7H10721 Bookem Sire: 7H9925 Yance Dam: W-R-L Bronco Vixen 8303 G-79 2-01 284 Days 22,460 3.8% 856 3.1% 690 3-01 252 Days 25,359 3.5% 895 3.0% 753 Due again 4-22-16

W-R-L Abram Lucy Lynn 8481

GTPI 1920 DOB 7-08-14 Due 6-16-16 to 7H11477 McCutchen Sire: 7H9900 Abram Dam: W-R-L Alan Lark 8222 VG-87 1-11 293 Days 23,412 3.9% 919 3.0% 2-10 301 Days 28,688 3.7% 1073 3.2% 3-10 426 Days 35,797 4.0% 1425 3.3% 5-02 74 Days 8,384 4.6% 388 3.1% Fresh again 11-1-15

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Profitable Cattle for Today’s Dairyman • Established - 1953 W-R-L Daniels Farm LLC 8189 West Prescott Road • Whittemore, Michigan 48770 olstein Association (MHA) is managing the Rod Daniels Cell: 989-873-0036 ing sale of approximately head.Averages: 479 cows | 29,880 Milk 3.9% 1050 Fat 3.5% 921 Protein 3.08% | 65,000 SCC Current80Herd onsignments top pedigreed, 36 for | 28 SPRING | SPRING 2016 2016show-aged Service Age Bulls For Sale omic or good quality cattle for the sale.

Seeking Consignments

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What’s better t han t he Covergirl?

The Centerfold Miss Centerfold Ressurection-ET DOB: Sire: Dam:

September 4, 2015 Rapid Bay Ressurection Butterfield Champion Covergirl EX-93 5-09 365d 26816 5.2 1399 3.8 1017 MGD: Butterfield Sunny Chita EX-90 Then VG-82, EX-90, EX-90

Butterfield Champion Covergirl EX 93

Friday, April 8, 2016 • MSU Pavilion, East Lansing, MI Immediately following the Michigan Spring & Foundation Sale Amber Black Selling outstanding Holstein, Jersey,Brian Red & Hopkins White More Exciting Consignments

14231 Cutler Road | and Howard City,heifers MI 49329 Ayrshire (989) 620-6230

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Stylish Jersey Sept. Resurrection x EX-93 Champion x EX 90 Sunny x VG-82 Image followed by 2 generations EX-90…………………………..Amber Black Michigan Spring 2016.indd 38

Angular Jersey Sept. Valentino x 2 YO Topeka x

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Friday, March 27, 2015 11:00 A.M. EST MSU Pavilion Lansing, MI

Seeking Consignments Selling in the Michigan Spring Foundation Sale

The Michigan Holstein Association (MHA) is managing the 2015 spring sale of approximately 80 head.

We are seeking consignments for top pedigreed, show-aged heifers, genomic or good quality cattle for the sale.

Starward Fant Julisa-Red-ET GP-84 VG-87MS 2-11 284 22,222M 3.5F 784F 3.2P 711P RIP Michigan Holstein Association Due 4-24 to Defiant Ike Hunt, Chairman 989-862-4864 Moss McCauley, Co-Chairman 616-446-2670

Dam by Advent VG-87 EX-MS 4-08 365 28020M 3.6F 1003 3.1P 871 over 114,000 Lifetime Second Dam by Johnson EX-91 EX-MS 3E 2-01 365 23590M 3.0F 714 2.8P 669 over 126,000 Lifetime Next two dams are GP-83 and EX-90 3E both over 155,000 Lifetime

January Classification Highlights BAA 108.4 Herd totals: 13 Excellent, 38 Very Good, 28 Good Plus • Ember Red by Dusk VG-87 EX-MS @ 3-07 Three New Excellents • Starward Kolton Beanie @6-01 EX-91 EX-93MS • Bunny by Detox VG-87 EX-MS @ 3-10 4-01 365 37,740M 4.5F 1704 3.4P 1270 • Jodee by Richman VG-88 EX-MS @ 3-11 • Payton by Sid VG-88 EX-MS @3-07 • Starward Picolo Jany @ 5-04 EX-91 EEVEV • Prisilla by Talent VG-87 VG-MS @ 3-07 4-0 307 26,500M 3.6F 970 3.3P 881 Two Year Olds • Starward Sid Jewel @3-07 EX-90 EEVVE • Fantasy by Gillispie VG-85 VG-MS @ 2-07 2-02 289 22,100M 4.5F 1002 3.4P 754 •Iva by Dempsey VG-86 VG-88 MS @ 2-08 Other Notables • Lyra by Braxton VG-85 VG-MS @2-07 Three Year Olds • Trixie by Braxton VG-85 VG-MS @ 2-08 • Gibby by Atwood VG-88 EX-MS @3-06 • Leah by Dwight VG-85 VG-MS @ 2-07 • Caylee by Guthrie VG-88 EX-MS @ 3-10

Starward Farms BAA 108.4% • PBR 25 Years • RHA 28,016M 1083F 898P Walter Gremel • 989.883.3772 9393 Canboro Rd., Sebewaing, MI 48759 Darwin and Kathy Sneller • 989.883.3716 Eric and Cassie Sneller • 517.420.6840 8677 Kilmanagh Rd., Sebewaing, MI 48759

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