New York Holstein News March/April

March-April 2022

Celebrating our NY Youth and the All-NY Red & White Winners

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CONTENTS Departments

(USPS 382-940) (ISSN 0279-8611) Official Publication of the New York Holstein Association

Volume 77

No. 2

March-April 2022

Published January, March, May, July, September and November, 1st of each month. News and advertising forms close 25 days in advance of publication date. Livestock advertising rates upon request.

Melissa Hart, Editor P.O. Box 10 Dryden, NY 13053 Phone: 517-398-1957 farm.writer@hotmail.com

Junior Corner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Executive Manager’s Report . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

NYHA President’s Report . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Letter to the Editor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Obituaries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Club News . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Calendar of Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

NYHA Annual Meeting Minutes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Index to Advertisers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Features

Sassy Red & Whites for a Sassy Redhead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Junior Convention Awards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Senior Convention Awards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

All-NY Red & White Winners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

All-NY Contest Changes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

NY Dairy Ambassador Chosen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Jeff King Runs for HAUSA Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Business Profile: Triple Hil Sires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

NYHA EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE President Beth Keene . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 607-345-0031 1st Vice President Jason Lloyd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 518-231-1731 2nd Vice President Steve Vanlieshout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 315-361-1801 Secretary Chelsea Hanselman . . . . . . . . . . . . 607-437-5866 Treasurer Betsey Gerber . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 607-237-7288

About the Cover

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From the Editor

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This is the youth issue and what better way to celebrate our young Holstein breeders than to show off the Distinguished Junior Members awarded at the NY Junior Convention in January. Front from left: 17 and older finalists; Natalie Fredericks, Gabby Taylor, Amelia Brewer. Back row from left: 14–16-year-old finalists; Isaac Folts, Natalie Calpuzzi, Caitlyn VanDeusen, Wyatt Swatling. Congratulations to these young people!

Just hours before this magazine went to print there was a huge celebration in Horseheads, NY when Lantland Destry Eagle-Red was approved by the classification committee as the next EX-95 point cow in the Red & White breed.

My husband and I were lucky enough to see this Lantland Farms bred and owned beauty owned by Kirt Menzi, Jr., just a couple of weeks earlier when we stopped in at the Menzies for a MELISSA HART walk through the herd. Eagle was standing in the boxstall at the end of the barn, her place of honor as one of Lantland’s best. Every inch of her looked like a 95-point cow but fearful of jinxing the whole event, we kept our comments short and sweet and moved on through the rest of the impressive homebred herd.

Our visit at Lantland was nothing short of good old-fashioned fun and fellowship. Their excitement for the purebred business is palpable and infectious. The crew of individuals who keep that place moving is a well-oiled machine and they took time out to not only share their herd but to share their vision over a hot cup of coffee on a wintery day.

That was just one of the many herd visits we hope to make as travel down the winding roads of the Empire State. If you would like us to stop in and see your herd, please give me a call, send me a text or an email. We would love to see your cows!

In this issue we celebrate the Red & Whites and the NY Holstein Youth. You’ll find the All-NY Red & White winners, convention results, and a sassy youth feature on the redhead behind Tiger Lily Holsteins.

Up next is the National Convention issue! Plan now to advertise your Holstein genetics in the issue that will go to Sioux Falls, South Dakota! And get in on the NY Bundle Deal--see details on page 41! Contact me to save your spot by April 14th.

2022 New York Spring Dairy Carousel Meet the Judges: Open Holstein Show Judge, Pierre Boulet Pierre Boulet owns and operates Ferme Pierre Boulet Inc. alongside his partner, Katie Coates, and his five children, Carole-Anne, SarahMaude, Charles, Madison and Katrina. Operating under the Pierstein prefix since 1993, Pierre has bred over 200 EX cows. He is also the auctioneer and co-owner of Les Encans Boulet Inc. the family’s auctioneering company.

Pierre has been an official judge since 2005 and has officiated at many shows across Canada and the United States, as well as in France, Australia, Ecuador, Columbia, Mexico and Argentina. One of Canada’s most successful showmen, Pierre has been Premier Exhibitor at the Royal Holstein Show eight times as well as Premier Breeder. Boulet has also received the Premier Breeder Banner at World Dairy Expo. In 2021, Pierre was recognized at the 2021 Canadian National Show with the prestigious Donald Dubois Showmanship Award.

Pierre has bred or owned over 150 All-Canadian and All-American nominated animals. He has had the opportunity to work with several famous show cows over the years. Among his favorites are world famous Thrulane James Rose EX-97-2E-5*, Royal Grand Champion in 2006, 2008, and 2009 and twice Royal Supreme Champion, and Grand Champion Holstein and Supreme Champion at World Dairy Expo in 2008; Ms Goldwyn Alana EX-96-2E-16*, 2015 Reserve Grand Champion at the Royal Winter Fair; and Loyalyn Goldwyn June EX-97-6E-3*, Honorable Mention Grand Champion at the Royal Winter Fair in 2015.

Top five most significant recent judging experiences: • Royal Winter Fair Holstein Show • Royal Winter Fair Jersey Show • International Dairy Week • Agro Expo Columbia • Mexican National Holstein Show • California State Holstein Show • Premier National Junior Show (Holsteins) • All-American Dairy Show (Jersey) • World Dairy Expo (Red and Whites) and is tapped to be the judge of the 2022 World Dairy Expo Holstein Show this fall.

Open Jersey Show Judge, Terri Packard Terri Packard operates South Mountain Jerseys and Kueffner Holsteins with her husband, Ernest Kueffner, in Boonsboro, Maryland. Together they breed, develop and market a select group of deep-pedigreed Holsteins and Jerseys that compete in show rings and sale arenas across North America.

Ashlyn, Tobi, Veronica, Apple, Comet, Season, Chassity, Dezi, Gold Barbara and Radiant are a few of the high-focus cattle they have owned, alone or in partnership, over the past two decades. The couple also spent 10 years managing Arethusa Farm, building the herd from a small

hobby farm to national prominence in both the Holstein and Jersey breeds.

Packard has served as official judge for the National Jersey Jug Futurity, officiated twice at Eastern State Exposition and placed State Shows and State Fairs in twelve US states. She is slated to officiate the Jersey and Red & White Shows at the Borderway UK Dairy Expo in March. Terri has served as Jersey Official for the Hoard’s Dairyman Judging Contest and voted in All-American Contests for three breeds.

Packard serves her local community as Chairman of the Economic Development Commission in Boonsboro. She also represents the Eastern US dairy exhibitors on the World Dairy Expo Dairy Cattle Exhibitors Committee

National Junior Show judge as well as the Brown Swiss, Milking Shorthorn, and Guernsey shows, Matt Mitchell Matt Mitchell is from Speedwell, TN. He and his wife Sandra along with their four children Ben, Beau, Addy, and Eli operate Rocky-Top Holsteins in partnership with Matt’s parents Jeff and Rissa Mitchell. The herd consist of 10 cows and many heifers that they show and market genetics from. They have exhibited several All-Americans and Junior AllAmericans. Rocky-Top Holsteins has had the highest BAA in the nation six for the last seven years. Matt is also an independent dairy consultant in the southeast with Barton, Keifer, and Associates. Prior to starting his consulting business Matt worked as a fitter for several years across the US and Canada.

Junior Jersey, Red and White and Ayrshire Judge, Aaron Eaton Aaron, along with his wife Caitlin and daughters Avery & Evelyn own and operate Eaton Holsteins in Marietta, NY, where they currently milk several elite type registered Holsteins and a select group of jerseys.

Their main objective is developing, marketing and caring for these special individuals, along with an additional 35 head of young stock on a daily basis. The herd currently holds the #1 Rank for BAA in NY and 3rd Nationally, consisting of 3@ EX-96, 3@EX-95 and several high scoring young cows.

Over the past 12 years, they have been fortunate to manage or assist with several successful sales and have also had many success stories in the show ring, garnering numerous All American and All Canadian winners. Including several Holstein, Jersey and R&W cows named National champions and 11 Heifers named Jr Champion or Reserve at the World Dairy Expo and Royal Winter Fair.

Prior to being at home full time, Aaron worked as a cattle fitter across the US, Canada, Mexico, South America and Europe. Since then, Aaron has had the opportunity to judge at the state and regional level, as well a several national shows throughout North America!

The mission of the NY Holstein Association is to promote and add value to our breeders and members through events and activities, and build a strong fraternity of individuals with a passion for NY Holsteins.

Chelsea Hanselman Executive Manager Cell: 607-437-5866 - Office: 607-273-7591 Email: chanselman@nyholsteins.com Stacie Sherman - Office Assistant Email: ssherman@nyholsteins.com www.nyholsteinevents.com

State Office: Street Address: 2085 Dryden Rd., Freeville, NY Mail: PO Box 10, Dryden, NY 13053 Ph: 607-273-7591 - Fax: 607-273-7612 Melissa Hart - Editor 517-398-1957 Email: Farm.writer@hotmail.com NYN March-April 2022 - 5

“Work Hard and Trust the Process” Favorite words of youth softball pitching coach, but also the way to develop a cow family.

Tiger Lily Brst Riely-Red EX-92 2E Riely was Lily’s March calf in 2013, her first year in showing in 4-H Cloverbuds Riely’s Grandaughters and Daughters Ridley – EX-92 2X Nominated Jr. All-American Ripley – EX-91 Res. Grand @ 2021 NYS R&W Jr. Show Rindley – EX-90 2X PA All-American Class Winner Rapunzel – VG-88 PA All-American Class Winner Ragan – VG-88 Nominated All-American for Lily/Merrillea Rhyme – VG-87 2X R&W Jr. All-NY Winner Riah – 2021 Nominated Jr. All-American Fall Calf

Thank you to the Merrill Family for their help developing this family. e-mail: tigerlilydairy@frontiernet.net Follow us on Facebook!

Visitors & inquiries always welcome!

3633 County Rte. 32 Oxford, NY 13830 607-343-1920

Nominated All American R&W Spring Calf 7th Spring Calf -World Dairy Expo Sire: Altitude Dam: Kamps-Rx Amaretto VG89Max 2nd Dam: KHW Regiment Apple-B EX Thank you to Reggie and Krysty Kamps for making her available at the Duckett Holstein Summer Selections Sale.

Arbormist continues to develop and we look forward to an exciting 2022!

The Kelsey Family

Maurice and Amy Kelsey- 315.447.0502 Justine Kelsey- 315.447.0042 Jason, Bailee, Annabelle & August Kelsey- 315.447.5065 6809 Jennings Road, Canastota, NY 13032 6 - NYN March-April 2022

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Josiah Freier gave his award winning speech during the awards banquet.

Hello everyone! How is it almost spring already? It seems like just yesterday when we were all together at convention. It was so nice to see everyone and celebrate all of our achievements.

Caitlyn VanDeusen

This years Junior Executive Committee is:

President: Libby Swatling Recording Secretary: Caitlyn VanDeusen Financial Secretary: Abbie Ainslie Awards Chair: Aidan Ainslie Convention Chair: Rachel Vanburen Dairy Bowl Chair: Danielle Herrick Dairy Jeopardy: Ian Keberle Education Chair: Natalie Fredericks Promotion Chair: Ryleigh Wadsworth Resolutions & Bylaws: Carolyn Littrell Showmanship & Judging: Issac Folts Special Funding Chair: Lauren King Activities Chair: Ella Sherman DJM: Gabby Taylor ​DJM: Amelia Brewer Congratulations to everyone who competed, you all did amazing. I would also like to congratulate the individuals who are going to Sioux Falls, SD to represent New York at the National Holstein Convention. I hope that you all have had a good start to 2022!

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Sam VanBuren(left) and Caitlyn VanDeusen (right) enjoyed several laughs as they participated with the evening entertainment, Bob Channing, the mentalist.

The Juniors filled the meeting room for their annual confab.

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The juniors listened a panel discussion about the benefits of being a junior Holstein member and recording their accomplishments along the way to help compile a DJM book. From left: Jenny Mills, Katie Lindsay, and Jonathan Taylor gave sound advice for parents and juniors.

g n i c n u o Ann Special Show Prospects Consigned to Spring Sales Don’t Miss Out On Your Chance To Own An Outstanding Show Calf From A Proven Cow Family. **March 26th – Otsego County Calf Sale being held with the Hosking Spring Premier All Breeds Sale, Hosking Sale Barn New Berlin, NY. Ovaltop Diamondback Nozy—a fancy Sept calf from the “N” family backed by generations of VG & Ex dams. Gr-dam with records over 30,000m; 1300f & 1000p! **April 23rd – Born To Show Sale at the Crawford County Fairgrounds, PA. 7PM.

Ovaltop Warrior Rejoice-Red—an outstanding R&W December calf out of Ex-91 Ovaltop Ladd P RaniatRed [Grand Champion 2021 OHM Show] with 3-3 record of 28,66 4.0 1133 3.2 900; Gr-dam VG-88 & next 9 dams all Ex in Roxy family.

**April 30th – Cobleskill Dairy Fashions Sale at Cobleskill Fairgrounds, NY. Ovaltop Unstabul FergieRed – Another fancy R&W Sept. calf sells from the “Fallon-Red” family; Dam Ovaltop Rlty Flo-Red-ET; Gr-dam 2E-91 followed by generations of Excellent dams with outstanding production. **May 7th – Delaware County Holstein Sale at Fairgrounds, Walton, NY. Consigning 2 special

calves—Ovaltop Denver Echo born 9/14/21 from Ridgedale’s high performance “E” family. Gr-Dam Ovaltop Sid Eddie VG-88. Also selling R&W December calf Ovaltop Incredable Bee-Red out of Ex-90 Gr-dam followed by generations of Ex. dams.

NYS Master Breeder Herd 28 Year PBR Herd BAA: 110.4 23 Ex 48VG 2GP DHIR Avg. 26,519 3.7 972 2.9 772

Howard & Ginny 315.858.2882 Doug 315.858.9058 Mike & Monica 315.717.8478 www.ovaltopholsteins.com

Howard W. Wolfe & Family 436 Chyle Road Richfield Springs, NY 13439 ovaltop2@gmail.com

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Executive Manager’s

Report

Happy- almost Spring! We had a few beautiful days here in New York and I know CHELSEA HANSELMAN many of you took advantage of the warm weather by doing some cleaning and washing. Although we were quickly reminded again that it is still Winter, those warms days helped to remind me that Spring will be here soon and we have lots to look forward to.

Before I get to the future, I want to reflect on the 2022 Convention that was held in Utica. This was my first “real” in-person convention since being Executive Manager and what an experience it was from being on this side of things. First and foremost, thank you to all the volunteers and the 2021 JEC members. Without all of you it would not have been possible (and I truly mean that). Secondly, thank you to the Junior Advisors who put in hours of work to help your Juniors prepare for the contests. We had a great turnout for contests and I am excited to see how New York does at National Convention in June. Congratulations to all of our winners and award recipients. In addition to our award winners, the new Junior Executive Committee was elected and two DJM’s were honored. I look forward to working with them this year on revitalizing the Junior programs. The JEC members have a lot of great ideas on how to get involved on different levels throughout the state so be on the lookout for them at different events. Lastly, thank you to the parents for supporting your juniors and thank you to the juniors for making this event so special. From the contests to the banquets to the activity nights, you all were actively engaged and made sure to have fun the entire time. It makes me feel good about my job when I see you all having a good time at an event like convention.

Looking forward, the 2022 New York Spring Dairy Carousel Show will be March 30th-April 4th in Hamburg NY. Check out page 5 to learn more about the judges for our shows. We are excited to announce that this year we will be hosting a National Junior Holstein Show and a National Junior Jersey Show!

Just a quick reminder to check out the full schedule of events, which includes the Holstein USA Judge’s conference (open to anyone!), showmanship contest (free to any NY junior or a small fee for non-members) and the judging contest (also available to anyone!).

The scholarship committee will again be set up with their basket raffle so please make plans to stop by and see what they are offering. All proceeds 10 - NYN March-April 2022

go towards the scholarship fund, which are given out to Juniors each year who are attending college.

Scholarship applications are available on the NY Holstein webpage and are due May 1st. As a reminder, if you have applied before, you can still apply again!

In addition to the scholarship baskets, the Juniors will have the promotion booth set up outside of the show office too so come get your Junior apparel!

Thinking ahead to after the NY Spring Show, the Spring Board Meeting will take place on April 29th at 11:00am at the Farm Credit Office in Homer NY. All committee meetings will take place prior to the meeting with the exception of the Membership Committee Meeting. State Directors be on the lookout for information in the mail regarding this meeting and the restructure of committees. Welcome (and thank you) to newly appointed chair people, Kelly Reynolds, Show Chairperson and Kevin Ziemba, Sale Chairperson. I look forward to working with both of you.

For all members, if you want to get involved on a state level and want to be on a committee, please reach out to one of the committee chairs (Show Committee: Kelly Reynolds; Sale Committee: Kevin Ziemba; Publications Committee: Justine Kelsey; Membership: Amy Kelsey and Cathy Galley; Breed & Promotion: Lynnette Wright).

With warmer weather comes more events and I would love to know what your club has planned. One of my goals this year is to make it out to more events throughout the state but I can only do that if I know what is going on in your county. I look forward to seeing many of you at Spring Show and if you cannot make it, be sure to check out Dairy Agenda Today and Cowsmo’s Facebook and webpages for updated coverage.

– Chelsea

Entries for the 2022 NY Spring Show are due by March 14th!

Enter today at https://showman.app/shows#/ 2022-new-york-spring-dairy-carousel-show

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Registration is now open for the Holstein USA Judge’s Conference!

Register today at https://www.holsteinusa.com/ shows/judges_preregister.html

From The NYHA President

By Beth Keene

Hello Holstein members and enthusiasts, I am looking forward to serving as president of NYHA the next couple of years with pride and honor, an Association that moves into its 102nd year of existence. As 2022 moves along, it’s both with nostalgia and amazement that we as members look back at the changes that have occurred in the industry and at NYHA, changes that our for fathers would not have felt possible compared to where we are today! One thing I believe all of us had in common was the enthusiasm, passion and drive for Registered Holsteins and improvement of the breed.

As one of five girls growing up on my family’s dairy in Gilbertsville (Otsego County), my passion and enthusiasm for Registered Holsteins started early. As a youngster, my parents Dick and Shirley were strong supporters, encouragers, and enthusiasts as we became members of NYHA. Involvement in many county and state shows to dairy bowl and dairy judging events, to State and National Holstein Conventions, to serving on the Junior Executive Committee, State Director and more, my passion for Holsteins still burns bright.

Many of you may have experienced some of the similar success – are you helping to pass that on to others?

I encourage you as members to continue your involvement and keep your passion for Registered Holsteins alive and burning. The Mission Statement of NYHA on page 4 reads: The mission of the New York Holstein Association is to promote and add value to our breeders and members through events and activities and build a strong fraternity of individuals with a passion for NY Holsteins.” Along with the Mission Statement, the Goals that strive to be met by NYHA include 1. FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY, continue to work closely with the Finance Committee to create a realistic budget for the association to work with 2. MAINTAIN STRENGTH OF JUNIOR PROGRAM, continue to help coordinate junior activities and events that will encourage involvement and increase membership; continue to foster and develop positive and influential interaction between Jr and Sr members. Building a strong bridge and transitioning Jr members to Sr membership is a key to increasing NYHA membership.

3. EMPOWERMENT OF DIRECTORS & COMMITTEES, encouraging, guiding, and supporting these members to take strong leadership and commitment in order to engage with and increase

participation at events, activities and increase membership at the county and state level. The inclusiveness of members from across the state on committees and empowering them to actively execute is key to the success of NYHA. 4. LONG RANGE PLANNING, working with Jr Club advisors and Sr clubs to establish regional clubs & activities; continue to follow the Mission Statement to find ways to bring value to NYHA members, work with all membership; continue to encourage involvement, enthusiasm, and passion of NYHA at all levels of the organization.

5. INCREASE VISIBILITY AND COOPERATION of staff and executive committee at NYHA activities and events, unite the four standing State committees with a common goal.

As the Spring Carousel in Hamburg is just around the corner, I hope to see many of you there! Whether you are an exhibitor, supporter or an avid Holstein enthusiast, there is a great line up of activities, shows and events to be involved in. Many thanks in advance to the NY show committee, show management, sponsors, supporters and especially the exhibitors. Without all of you, this event would not be the success that it is!

Thank you!!

To the NYHA membership, thank you for your involvement and support at whichever level of the organization or task you partake in. You are appreciated.

Please reach out to any member of the NY Executive Committee or Executive Manager if you have any questions.

Keep your enthusiasm, energy and passion for NYHA burning bright. As the acronym TEAM applies, together, everyone accomplishes more!

Ad Deadline for the May/June issue of the N Y News is April 14th.

Contact Melissa Hart to reserve your ad space.

517-398-1957

Farm.writer@hotmail.com

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Open Letter to New York Holstein Association Executive Committee, At our latest OHM Board of Directors meeting our annual donation to the State Association was discussed. As it turned out, the amount of the donation was not the main topic of discussion. Questions that no one seemed able to answer monopolized the time.

The minutes to the meetings that get printed in The News are appreciated, but vague. We realize the pandemic and decreasing numbers of members being able to volunteer time are the biggest factors in recent changes, but we are curious about which changes the Executive Committee view as permanent. Before sending in our sponsorship money, we decided to ask the Executive Committee these questions and wanted them publicly noted.

Is there any discussion yet about how to revitalize our State Convention? Were commercial booths or the Association’s booth with merchandise not present this year due to Covid? An OHM member skipped the New York Holstein Association state convention and traveled to Pennsylvania to attend their convention because they wanted to participate in the breeder’s forum. How do we get Pennsylvania members to travel to our conventions?

Are the state fairgrounds permanently out as a show location? Does the show committee evaluate the feasibility of maintaining 2 shows each year at opposite ends of the state?

Will New York Holstein be a presence at either of the farm shows? For example, The New York Angus Association has a large presence at both Farm Shows and in the Country Folks publication. Does the Executive Committee see any value in returning to these forms of promotion?

We congratulate the sale committee on successful pandemic sales. But wanted to know if the committee believes that NYHA will have sales in the future that 4-H, Jr Holstein project animals, or maybe a person just getting started could be a buyer? Selecting for sales requires farm visits and farm visits engage members.

This is a really tough business but showing someone your herd is one of the pleasures. In the same way that a robust junior association leads to a strong senior association, farm visits might spark some interest and members will get involved and volunteer.

We understand that times are different and our numbers are few. So basically, we would like to know how the post pandemic New York State Holstein Association rebuilds and what can the membership do to help?

Sincerely, OHM Board of Directors

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To the OHM Board of Directors, (Sue Menendez, Ben Byma, Deb Quackenbush, Stacy Collins, Paul Vandenburgh, Roger Smith, Dan Menendez, Brad Ainslie, Cyrus Conard, Judy Littrell and Chris Hoefele), Thank you for taking the time to ask some important questions. The Executive Committee and I think it is important to have open, honest conversations with our members and are always willing to engage in dialogue about the Association. You accurately wrote that there have been recent changes to NYHA, some of which can be attributed to the pandemic, and others that have been needing to happen to ensure the survival of NYHA. We recognize that the way we do business has changed over the last few years- yes because of the pandemic but also because the way the world does business has changed. We recognize that the state office needs to improve communication with its members and we are working on formalizing what that will look like. Because we have such an array of members, we recognize the need for more than one form of communication. The News will continue to be a source of communication; the postal service may be used for some members; and email and text, the most cost-effective way to communicate, may be used for others. We hope to hold on to some of our traditional values and ways while also changing with the world around us.

Since the annual meeting, the Executive Committee and I have met multiple times to identify goals for the association and myself and what/who is needed to achieve these. The State office now includes just myself and Stacie so the need for volunteers to help achieve our goals is greater than ever. We have restructured committees and added new members from all throughout the state to these committees.

Part of this restructuring has included splitting the Membership Committee and the Breed & Promotion Committee so that more focus can be put on each of these individually. More information regarding all of this will be discussed at our Spring Meeting but if you want to become more involved with NYHA, please reach out. We have lots of committees and opportunities for individuals to help.

Discussions around how to revitalize convention have occurred and the length of the convention has been discussed, as well as whether it makes sense to keep the Junior and Senior conventions together like we did this year. The NY State convention has historically been hosted by county clubs across the state. This encouraged club members to work together, coordinate with that club’s Junior program to help organize that year’s Convention. It served not only to increase fellowship with members, but also served somewhat as a “money maker” for some clubs that

had funds left over after all expenses were paid. A few years ago, there was no county club that would step up to host the Convention, hence the State took it over, and at that point the Senior Convention went to a one day “noon to noon meeting”. Ultimately, we would love to have a county host convention or at least take an active role in managing different aspects of the convention. It is a lot for just the State office to manage and we believe more could be offered if a county was willing to help with some of the responsibility.

The idea of having a breeder’s forum is a great idea and one that we could entertain if the Senior convention were to be extended beyond 24 hours long. I do think it is important to note that Pennsylvania was able to offer the breeder’s forum as this was something that had been planned for the National Convention last year, and that was unable to happen.

The merchandise booth was set up and available during the Junior convention. In the last two years we have been trying to downsize merchandise and sell some of the older items that have been sitting for a while. This year three new items were offered, all of which were picked by the Junior Executive Committee.

Merchandise will continue to be offered at all NYHA hosted events and the JEC promotions chair will continue to pick new items as we sell old inventory.

For years, the NY Spring Carousel has been held in Syracuse. In 2021, NYHA was informed that the Fairground facilities/coliseum were not available because of “ice/skating” commitments to organizations.

There are very few venues in NY that can handle the facilities NYHA needs for Carousel, hence The Erie County Fairgrounds in Hamburg were chosen. In 2020, when Governor Cuomo announced that there would not be cattle shows at NY State Fair, the executive committee was adamant that there be a Holstein show, for both Junior and Senior members. Knowing that one NY show was held in WNY, the Washington County Fair Board graciously agreed to work with NY Holstein (in a very short time frame) to make the State Holstein Show in Greenwich become a reality.

Prior to each show the executive committee and show committee evaluate different factors, one of these being show location. It has proven to be beneficial to have the shows on two opposite sides of the state, as we can target different local sponsors in each area. Central NY is not permanently out as a show location and we do continue to evaluate if this location makes sense to return to for either the Spring Show or State Show.

In regards to show financials, the Spring Show did lose money last year but we do not contribute this to solely being down entry numbers. Live webcasting was offered last year as a means for folks to view the show who would be unable to attend because of COVID and this was a large expense. In addition, the decision to move forward with a Spring Show was made later than usual which hindered the ability to raise as much

sponsorship money as we should have. The facilities at Hamburg and all that were offered to us by the Hamburg staff helped save us money in comparison to years’ past when the show was at the State fairgrounds. I encourage anyone who has questions about any of the show financials to call me so we can discuss further, as I openly did with those that were in attendance at the annual meeting.

There are no plans as of now to attend either of the farm shows. New York Holstein has not had a booth at either of the events in several years due to lack of interest and participation. It was also evaluated that the return for the investment (booth rental cost, staffing and travel cost) was not worth the outcome (increased membership). This is a topic that will be passed on to the Breed and Promotion committee for further discussion about.

We couldn’t agree more with your comments about the sales offered by NY Holstein. This year David King stepped down as sale chair after leading us through several successful pandemic sales. Kevin Ziemba has been appointed as the new sale chair and has a lot of great ideas on that are in-line with all of your points. While we have been successful selling high-type and high-genomic cattle, we also want to sell cattle that would make a nice junior project calf. Kevin has done a great job of selecting members for his sale committee that he believes will be enthusiastic about selling New York Holstein cattle.

I also want to note that we too believe farm visits are important and this is something that has been missing in the last few years. Melissa Hart, News editor, will be making several trips to New York throughout the year to visit farms. It is also a goal of mine to get out to more farms and visit members.

In closing, we would love it if members would get involved with the Association. Volunteer to be on a committee and take an active role on this committee.

We want to hear from members and we want to know what events members want to be part of. Each member of the Executive Committee and myself are available to our members and want to hear from you!

Sincerely, Chelsea Hanselman, Executive Manager Beth Keene, President Jason Lloyd, Vice President Steve Vanlieshout, 2nd Vice President Betsey Gerber, Treasurer David King, Executive Committee Curtis Nolan, Executive Committee Tom Harkenrider, Executive Committee Cam Davis, Executive Committee

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From Our Family of PROVEN Winners!

Selling in the Cornell University Spring Classic March 19th MERRIWIN DOC EVE b. 12/15/21

An outstanding winter calf prospect sired by Woodcrest King Doc-ET (+3.54T) from the history-making “E” family at Ridgedale Farm. Eve’s dam is a fancy 2-year-old Defiant, followed by a VG-85 Advent, then 6 generations of Excellents including three EX-95!

- Consigned with Merrillea Holsteins, Al & Jo Merrill.

FIREWALL ELEGANT FLOWER-RED 1st Spring Calf at 2018 International Red & White Show Unanimous All-American Red & White Spring Calf 2018

Eve’s Family – All Top 10 Finishers at World Dairy Expo

WALL-ST MALONE ELECTRA-RED (VG-86) 8th Summer Yearling at International Red & White Show 2017 Maternal sister to Eve’s dam.

MERRILLEA MALONE ELLIE-RED (EX-91) 10th Spring Yearling at International Red & White Show 2016 Flower’s dam and maternal sister to Eve’s dam.

MS DMDBACK ELAINE-RED 10th Summer Yearling at International Red & White Show 2019 Electra’s daughter by Diamondback.

Eve checks all the boxes...sired by one of the breed’s hottest bulls, born right to show, surrounded by a family of show winners, and backed by a maternal line known around the world. ** Watch for our consignments to the Chautauqua County Holstein Sale April 16th in Cherry Creek.

Inquiries about the Wall Street herd and available breeding stock are always welcome!

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Sassy Red & Whites for a Sassy Redhead

By Melissa Hart

“Ever since I could walk, I can remember being on the end of a halter,” remarked Lily Marshman of Tigerlily Holsteins. At 14, the redheaded Oxford native has grown her herd of Registered Red and Whites to approximately 50 head.

Why Red and Whites? “I like to say they match my hair and my personality. They have a little bit of sass in them,” she chuckled.

The Tiger Lily herd is part of Marshman Farms, LLC, established by Jacob Marshman in 1856. Lily’s father, John, and his brother, David and his son Corey, are the sixth generation managing the farm where they milk approximately 425 cows with 400 head of replacement heifers. They farm 1,100 acres of corn and hay to produce forage for the herd, while most of the grain is purchased.

Selecting for dairy character, style, good feet and legs and nice udders, Lily’s preferred sires include Unstopabull, Altitude, Warrior and Analyst. “I really like my Unstopabulls, they are pretty nice. I have a nice fall calf and a winter yearling that just freshened.”

While winter hangs on in central New York, she is working diligently with her show string. When Tigerlily Holsteins pulls into Hamburg for the NY Spring Dairy Carousel they will have a fall calf (Tiger Lily Analy Jade-Red sired by Analyst), a winter yearling (Tiger Lily Alt Rylan-Red sired by Altitude) and a fall yearling (Tiger Lily Unstp Riah-Red sired by Unstopabull). Her cow lineup will be a Senior 2-yearold Altitude daughter and a 4-year-old Derringer

Lily’s show barn gets a lot of use when show season starts.

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Lily was named Premier Breeder of the NY State Red & White Show in 2021. She also had Reserve Junior Champion with Tiger Lily Unst Riah-Red-ET and Reserve Grand & Intermediate Champion with Tiger-Lily Incr Ripley-Red.

daughter.

When the weather permits, Lily works with her show string as much as she can between sports and school. As spring show gets closer and the weather warms up, they will start washing the animals every day. They are fed a special 40 percent show ration, with all the hay they can eat.

Over the years she has had several role models for support and advice. Her parents have been a huge influence; she credits her mom, Sheila, for support and her dad for teaching her about the dairy business.

John said, “Showing cows is not Sheila’s strong

passion, but she is a strong female role model for Lily and we all know that with most every show kid, there is a mom there getting all the work done at the show.”

Her cousin, Karly Marshman, has been helpful with the process of getting cattle ready for the shows.

“Karly is a really great role model and has a really positive attitude and has taught me how to have a positive attitude, too,” Lily added.

She also credits former NY Dairy Princess Shelby Benjamin for helping her along the way with public speaking and dairy promotion, in addition to Kristin Rumovicz, her 4-H and Junior Holstein leader. Hard work paid off when Lily won the Prepared Public Speaking - Junior Division contest at the National Holstein Convention in 2021.

If a young person asked her for advice in the show ring, she would tell them to keep calm and keep showing. “One thing I’ve learned is to stay calm. If you get nervous, your animal will be nervous too, so keep calm.” While there is always work to be done at the show, for instance, one of her favorite things to do is to sit around the tack area and play cards with friends.

Lily has great aspirations for Tiger Lily Holsteins - one is to have a class winner at World Dairy Expo.

Her long-term goal is to have a Junior Champion on the colored shavings. Off the farm, she enjoys singing,

Lily’s fondness of Red & Whites started at a very young age. She was featured on the cover of the Red & White issue in 2010.

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acting and is the pitcher on her softball team. This year she played basketball for the first time and quite liked it.

Marshman Farms also has a vision for its dairy.

The owners strive to produce high-quality milk while providing a similar quality environment for their cattle and their people. Their employees are important assets to the farm and the Marshmans want to provide them a good standard of living. Their success can be attributed to the hard work and dedication of their people and the ability to treat the farm as a business, while enjoying the process.

Marshman Farms was established in 1856 by Jacob Marshman and is home to Tiger Lily Holsteins in Oxford.

Marshmans milk 425 head and have 400 head of replacement heifers.

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2022 Junior Convention Contest Winners Dairy Bowl Contest Junior Division: 1st place- Wayne/Ontario County 2nd place- Cortland County Senior Division: 1st place- Wayne/Ontario County 2nd place- Wyoming County Dairy Jeopardy Contest Novice Division: 1st place- Addyson Olsen, Lucas Fitzsimmons Junior Division: 1st place- Noah Lovell 2nd place- Josiah Freier 3rd place- Eli Donlick Int. Division: 1st place- Bennett Dunstan 2nd place- Annika Donlick 3rd place- Elsie Donlick Senior Division: 1st place- Aidan Ainslie 2nd place- Danielle Herrick 3rd place- Alaska Dunstan Poster Contest 1st place: Lucas Fitzsimmons Folding Display Contest 1st place: Hope Miller 2nd place: Logan Vanevera

Prepared Speech Winners Back- Danielle Herrick, Gabby Taylor, Addison Brown, Abbie Ainslie, Zane Swatling Front- Bailee Kelsey, Tyler Fitzsimmons, Abigail Freier, AnnaBelle Kelsey, Josiah Freier

Production Award Winners Caitlyn VanDeusen, Isaac Folts, Chloe Lamb, Claire Lamb Star Breeder Awards Isaac Folts, Chloe Lamb, Claire Lamb Prepared Speech Contest Novice Division: 1st place- Abigail Freier 2nd place- Tyler Fitzsimmons 3rd place- AnnaBelle Kelsey Junior Division: 1st place- Josiah Freier 2nd place- Bailee Kelsey 3rd place- Addison Brown Int. Division: 1st place- Abbie Ainslie 2nd place- Zane Swatling 3rd place- Gabby Taylor Senior Division: 1st place- Danielle Herrick Extemporaneous Speech Contest Junior Division: 1st place- Logan Mills 1st place- Carolyn Littrell Int. Division: 2nd place- Elsie Donlick 3rd place- Ryleigh Wadsworth Senior Division: 1st place- Alaska Dunstan

Calf Raffle Winner Camryn Crothers was the top seller of the Calf Raffle Tickets.

Distinguished Junior Member Winners Back- 14-16 year old finalists; Isaac Folts, Natalie Calpuzzi, Caitlyn VanDeusen, Wyatt Swatling Front- 17 and older finalists; Natalie Fredericks, Gabby Taylor, Amelia Brewer 18 - NYN March-April 2022

Extemporaneous Speech Winners Back- Ryleigh Wadsworth, Logan Mills, Carolyn Littrell Front- Alaska Dunstan, Elsie Donlick

Young Distinguished Junior Member Winners YDJM Winners 11-13 year olds and 10 year old and under Back- Olivia VanEvera, Jacob Moore, Grace Alberg, Megan Depaul, Luke Taylor Front- Chloe Lamb, Caleb Bush, Claire Lamb, Bailee Kelsey

NY Holstein Breeders Awarded The NYHA held their annual awards banquet on Friday, January 14, 2022 where several breeders were celebrated. A story profile of each winner was published in the 2021 November-December issue of the News.

The NY Holstein Master Breeder award was presented to David and LouAnne King of Midas Touch Genetics in Waddington, NY. Presenting the award was Allen Chester (left).

The NY Outstanding Young Breeder award was presented by Tom Hosking (left) to Chris and Amy Hoefle of Appleridge Farm in Fonda.

The Retired Master Breeder Award was presented to Bud (center) and Dan Weddle of Homer. Brad Cates (left) presented the award.

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New York Holstein Association 2085 Dryden Road Freeville, NY 13068 www.nyholsteins.com NYN March-April 2022 - 19

Sweet-Willow Holsteins Complete Dispersal Friday, April 22, 2022 – 11:00 A.M. – Malone, NY

150 Head of Registered Holsteins Sell (Nearly all are 100% RHA) RHA: 24,248M 865F 736P – 2021 Quality Milk Award BAA: 109.0 – 27 Homebred Excellents to date **Herd will be re-scored before the sale!

Outstanding young cows & bred heifers sell as well as many show-age calves and heifers ready for 2022!

A great group Red & Whites included!

The Sweet-Willow Kind

Sires Represented: Renown, Deman, 1stClass, Unix, Saloon, Reeve-Red, & Others Service Sires: Helix, Reeve-Red, Applefree-Red, Casper, Tropic, & Others *Premier Breeder & Premier Exhibitor at 2021 Top of the State Holstein Show & Premier Breeder at Franklin County Fair – All shown will sell!

Watch future ads for more details & updates, Live Bidding on cowbuyer.com SWEET-WILLOW DAMION LAYLA (3E-92) Lifetime: 304,703M 11,348F 9875P 11 calves & the epitome of Sweet-Willow’s breeding program!

Next dam is EX-DOM. Family members sell!

as well as Facebook. **Catalogs will be available prior to the sale.

Vet checked & vaccinated.

Owners: Scott & Judy Hamilton and Family 157 Houndsville Road • Malone, NY 12953 (518) 483-8787 • (518) 569-0460 – Scott’s Cell

Thank you Scott and Judy!!!

Since 2004 over 25 Collins-crest cattle have been privileged to call Sweet Willow Holsteins “home”, some for a short time and others for many years.

Scott and Judy, we appreciate your friendship, bovine accommodations, help with unplanned cow-tipping and all the pumpkin rolls!!!

Collins-crest cows remaining in the Hamilton herd will be sold in their herd dispersal on April 22.

Collins-crest Outbound Wow 2E-91, Ex-MS 6-01 365 33,431 3.2 1077 2.7 889 Dam of Wowzer and 2nd dam of Whizbang Collins-crest EQ Wowzer w/4-03 304 25,848 4.0 1035 2.9 754 RIP. Due 6/15/22 to Koepon AltaTop-Red. By Louiselle Equation from Wow. Collins-crest Hewn Whizbang VG-85 w/2-09 365 25,613 5.0 1278 3.5 906. Due 7/29/22 to Koepon AltaTop-Red . By MrAlta Hewn from GP-84 Fever w/5-09 365 27,510 4.7 1287 3.4 913 then Wow & 3 more VG-88 dams.

Visitors welcome. Please call ahead.

Calves and bred heifers available for sale.

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Collins-crest Explode Gabby VG-89, Ex-MS 3-05 330 33,098 3.3 1098 2.8 928 Dam of GG

Collins-crest Archrival GG w/4-06 195 21,887 2.9 635 2.6 568 RIP. Due 10/09/22 to Milk&Honey Destry Moses -Red.

By Eclipse Atwoods Archrival from Gabby. 2nd dam GP-84 Outside w/3-07 365 24,540 3.5 870 2.9 700 then VG-85 GMD Charles w/2-08 365 30,400 3.8 1163 3.1 943.

George & Marcia Merrill 471 Porter Road Malone, NY, 12953 518-483-7174

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KINGS-RANSOM KB CUPID-ET EX-94 96

Saturday, April 23rd

MAPLE-DOWNS D BACK ADDIE-ET EX-94 MS ANDIS SHOTTLE ANEEDA EX-95 MD-DELIGHT DURHAM ATLEE-ET EX-92 TILLAPYKE WINDBROOK ABBIE-ET EX-93

9AM Dairy Youth Clinic 11AM Sale begins Lunch Available to Purchase 7pm Jason Wicks Band

cattle will sell from these proven cow families: ATLEE-ADEEN-APPLE-GINNY & GALINA-CLEAVAGE-TAMARA-BLEXY-HAZEL

Let us know if you wish to receive a sale catalogue

100 head will sell Tiestall & freestall trained

25 consignments from our partners & boarders 12+ HEAD OF COLORED BREEDS 3 fancy milking shorthorn heifers plus several deep pedigreed jerseys & brown Swiss will sell

attention juniors If you purchase a maple-downs animal from our sale, who goes on to win jr champion or grand champion at a 2022 national jr holstein show, we will give you a $500 cash reward

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Saturday, April 23rd, 2022 11:00AM Midas-Touch Jedi Jangle-et EX-92 OFFSPRING WILL SELL OUT OF JANGLE'S FAMILY

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2021 All-New York Red & White Awards CALF

All-New York KOZY-KOUNTRY USPICE-RED-ET Chloe & Claire Lamb, Oakfield, NY

Reserve All-New York and Best Bred & Owned MERRILLEA UN CABERNET-RED Merrillea Holsteins & Ransom Rail Farm, Fayette, NY

High Honorable Mention MS WARRIOR REGAL-RED-ET Chloe & Claire Lamb, Oakfield, NY

Honorable Mention FUTURE-MANOR TWISTER-RED-ET Chloe & Claire Lamb, Oakfield, NY

High Honorable Mention and Best Bred & Owned MIKELHOLM JORDY ROCK ON-RED Emily Mikel, Stafford, NY

Honorable Mention HS-HOTSTUFF AN SPICY-RED-ET Reyncrest Farm & Fly Higher Holsteins, Corfu, NY

High Honorable Mention COLGANADOS D AVIANCA-RED-ET Oakfield Corners Dairy/Jonathan & Alicia Lamb, Oakfield, NY

Honorable Mention and Best Bred & Owned OAKFIELD ADDICTIO EMOJI-RED Jonathan & Alicia Lamb, Oakfield, NY

HEIFER

All-New York and Best Bred & Owned OAKFIELD WARR LEVITY-RED-ET Oakfield Corners Dairy, Glamourview, & Eaton, Oakfield, NY

Reserve All-New York MS RAPS RUBY-RED-ET Eoghan McGarr, King Ferry, NY

YOUNG COW

All-New York CASHELLS UN CUTIE-RED-ET Elmvue Farm, Johnstown, NY

Reserve All-New York HURCROFT AWE LILLYANN-RED Oakfield Corners Dairy, Oakfield, NY

MATURE COW

All-New York WIL-O-MAR DIAMONDBK ROSE-RED Elmvue Farm, Johnstown, NY

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Reserve All-New York FANTASY-FOUND LUXURY-RED Elmvue Farm, Johnstown, NY

2021 Junior All-New York Red & White Awards CALF

Junior All-New York KOZY-KOUNTRY USPICE-RED-ET Chloe & Claire Lamb, Oakfield, NY

High Honorable Mention (Tie) FUTURE-MANOR TWISTER-RED-ET Chloe & Claire Lamb, Oakfield, NY

Reserve Junior All-New York MS WARRIOR REGAL-RED-ET Chloe & Claire Lamb, Oakfield, NY

High Honorable Mention and Best Bred & Owned TIGER-LILY UNST RIAH-RED-ET Lily Marshman, Oxford, NY

Honorable Mention MAY-K-MARK UNST SHARMIN-RED Preston Peabody, Buskirk, NY

YOUNG COW

Junior All-New York and Best Bred & Owned TIGER-LILY INCR RIPLEY-RED Lily Marshman, Oxford, NY

Reserve Junior All-New York JOLEANNA AMMO MCFLY-RED Preston Peabody, Buskirk, NY

MATURE COW

Junior All-New York and Best Bred & Owned ZBW-ZIEMS LISTENTOME-RED-ET Mason Ziemba, Durhamville, NY

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Obituary b Frank F. Lamport, Jr.

Frank F. Lamport, Jr., 77, of Hobart passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 22, 2022, at his home, surrounded by his family.

Frank was born August 5, 1944, to Frank and Mary Lamport of Hobart. He was a graduate of South Kortright Central School and went on to receive an Agricultural degree from Morrisville College.

As a child, Frank was an altar boy at St. Peter’s Episcopal Church in Hobart. He was a member of 4-H and the Future Farmers of America. He loved to show his pony, Trigger, and often showed ponies with his brothers. Frank was a star basketball and baseball player in high school and college. He would later go on to play on the family sponsored Lamport’s softball team in the Stamford town league. He was a fierce competitor and loved to win.

Frank had a lifelong passion for farming and spent his successful career as an eighth-generation dairy farmer running his family’s Lamport Farms where he worked tirelessly to perfect his herd of award-winning Holstein cows. Frank was one of the first farmers in the county to use invitro-fertilization and very proud to be the first person in the county to do an embryo transplant and send it to the University of Pennsylvania.

People would come from all over the world to buy his Holsteins.

Frank was a 30 plus year member of the Stamford Golf Club. In 2018 at the 81st Stamford Invitational, Frank placed first in the Senior Flight. On May 26, 2019, he scored his first hole-in-one on the 14th Hole. He was a 40-year member and past director of the Delaware County Holstein Association; and served on the Town of Stamford Board of Assessment and Review; and the Stamford Agway Co-Op. Frank married the love of his life, Jacqueline Cupito, in 1985. Together, they enjoyed 37 years of a life full of love. Frank loved to play golf, travel, and entertain. He loved to place high-stakes $1.00 bets against his golfing buddies, play the slot machines, bet on horses, or just take your money at a good game of cards or dice at his kitchen table. He loved the outdoors, plowing the fields, rounding up the cows, and hunting with his son and grandsons.

Frank will be remembered for his sense of humor, contagious laugh, and mischievous grin. When Frank was around, there was sure to be laughter and antics.

Frank was a kind and gentle soul, a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, in-law, and friend.

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hearts of all who knew him. His grandchildren, Tyler, Austin, and Scout meant the world to him.

Frank is survived by his beloved wife, Jackie; children John (Rosie) Lamport; Rebecca (Jeff) LamportCarlson; grandchildren Tyler, Austin, and Scout Lamport; brother Jim (Nore) Lamport; in-laws Ann Cupito, JoAnn Cupito; Annie and Dennis Hull; nephews Jimmy (Tracy) Lamport, Luke (Courtney) Lamport, Dennis Hull, and Michael Hull; nieces Katie (Chris) Myers, and Jaclyn (Spencer) Harvey; great nephews Carter, James, George, Jacob, Braden, and Logan; great niece Libby; and so many dear and close friends and family.

Frank was pre-deceased by his parents, Frank F. and Mary B. Lamport; brother Thomas Lamport; father-inlaw Jack Cupito; and sister-in-law Lucille Cupito.

Calling hours will be held on Friday, January 28 from 2 pm – 4 pm and 6 pm – 8 pm at MacArthur Funeral Home in Stamford. A reception to share stories and celebrate Frank’s life will be held on Saturday, January 29 at the American Legion Hall in Delhi, 12 pm – 4 pm.

Burial at graveside and a Frank Lamport Open at the Stamford Golf Course will be planned for the spring.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Frank’s honor to Delaware County Holstein Club, c/o Paige Hanselman, 25 Roosevelt Ave., Stamford, NY 12167; or the Stamford Golf Club, PO Box 65, Stamford, NY 12167.

All-NY Contest Changes to a Point System The NYHA Show Committee is excited to announce the new All-NY and Junior All NY Contest format. The committee voted to transition to a point-based system. The goal of this change is to reward members for showing at their local and state level NYHA Shows. Shows eligible for points are the Eastern National Spring Holstein Show at the NY Spring Dairy Carousel, the New York Holstein State Show, NY State Fair, and local county Holstein club shows. We hope to encourage participation at a variety of shows. Points are staggered by show level and by show size. Exhibitors will be able to choose 3 show placings that count towards their All-NY total. For instance-if you show a calf at NY Spring Show, the OHM Show, the Tri-County Show and NY State Show you can designate your highest placing points from 3 out of those 4 shows. Full rules and details will be available on the website and the form will be in a future issue of the News.

Please contact Chelsea Hanselman or the Show Committee Chairperson, Kelly Reynolds, if you have any questions. We are excited for this change and look forward to your participation in the contest!

winter season or are recovering from surgeries. Please keep them in your prayers and thoughts as they recover including Mitch Chlus; Dale Culvert; Kelly Collins; and yours truly from hip replacement surgery in January.

THINK SPRING!

OHM Holstein Club News Ginny Wolfe, Reporter

Congratulations to Amy and Chris Hoefely of Fonda, NY on being honored at this year’s NYS Holstein Convention as the NYS Outstanding Young Breeders. An honor well deserved by two very hard working registered Holstein breeders. Not only do they work together on their farm, but the two of them also volunteer to assist with many of our club activities. Their assistance and help is well appreciated. Looking forward to their young family becoming involved as Jr. members in the future— they grow up fast and they will be jr. members before we all realize it. Plus, in the very short time that Chris and Amy moved to their own farm from rented farms in New Jersey they have made great strides in breeding exceptional registered Holsteins.

The club held their annual dinner/meeting on December 3rd at the American Legion Hall in Richfield Springs. Although our numbers of members attending was down from previous years it was great to be able to get together without all the state rules and mandates to interfere. Our dinner was catered by Heather Teachout of the Tally-Ho Restaurant. President Susan Menendez presided over the short meeting which included several comments from members about some of the decisions being made on the state level activities. State President Jason Pullis explained the state board’s decisions at the time.

The OHM Board held their reorganization meeting in early February also at the American Legion Hall in Richfield Springs. Susan Menendez was elected to serve as our President. Stacie Collins is taking over as Secretary from Linda Byma who has served for several years. Paul VanDenburgh will continue as Treasurer and Ginny Wolfe is club reporter. Board members had a lengthy discussion on their concerns about the state association—See their letter to the editor this issue.

Doug Wolfe, show chairman, reported that the annual OHM Club Show will be held once again at the Fonda Fairgrounds on July 20 & 21st. Tim Abbott of Vermont has agreed to serve as our judge. The show will be held on July 21st. & begin with showmanship classes for the jr. members followed by the type classes. Jr. members will be recognized in the type classes by taking a step or two forward. Jr. and Sr. divisions will have their own champions declared and honored. Entry information will be available in June.

A spring barn meeting is planned for Saturday, April 9th at Chris & Amy Hoefele’s farm from 11AM to 2PM. Farm is just off Route 30A north out of Fonda on the Commons Rd—1.5 miles from Fonda. All are welcome.

Looking forward to “Spring” weather and a nice turnout before the usual spring field work begins.

Unfortunately many of our members have been ill this

Allegany Steuben Holstein Club News Our board had their winter board meeting on February 6th to start planning for the year. Topics of discussion were planning an annual meeting, feasibility of continuing to own facilities, and future of the club with decreasing membership. Several ideas were thrown out including merging with neighboring clubs. The annual meeting will be on March 26, 2022 at 6PM at the Canisteo American Legion. We hope all members will attend and join the discussion on these important topics. We are also seeking members to serve on the board of directors in several capacities.

Calendar of Events -Spring Dairy Carousel Events Schedule Wednesday, March 30 8:00 am Barns open- cattle may move in Friday, April 1 10:00 am Check-In Opens 11:00 am Holstein USA Judge’s Conference 1:00 pm All cattle must be in place and checked in Saturday, April 2 8:00 am Northeast Spring National Junior Holstein Show

(Ring B) 9:00 am Jersey Junior Show (Ring A) 12:00 pm Youth Showmanship Contest 3:00 pm Richard Keene Memorial Judging Contest Sunday, April 3 8:00 am Red and Whites (cows) (Ring A) and

Brown Swiss (Ring B) 11:30 am Milking Shorthorn Show (Ring B) 1:00 pm Guernsey (Ring B) 1:00 pm Ayrshire (Ring A) Monday, April 4 8:00 am Northeast Spring National Holstein Show (Ring A) 9:00 am Jersey Show (Ring B)

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NEW YORK HOLSTEIN ASSOCIATION ANNUAL BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING AGENDA January 14, 2022 – The Delta Hotel, Utica NY Jason Pullis, President Friday, January 14. 2022 – 12:00 P.M.-12:30 P.M. 1. Call to Order- Jason Pullis, President 2. Committee Breakout Sessions and Lunch Reconvene Meeting at 1:30 p.m.

3. Roll Call- Chelsea Hanselman, Secretary In attendance were Jason Pullis, Beth Keene, Jason Lloyd, Betsey Gerber (via Zoom), Tom Harkenrider, Larry Hill (via Zoom), John Marshman, Patsy Gifford (via Zoom), Devin Kuhn, Tim Coon, Cathy Littlefield-Bush, Justine Kelsey, Steve Vanlieshout, Lynnette Wright, Deb Quackenbush, Alan Danforth, David King, Curtis Nolan, Cam Davis 4. Pledge of Allegiance – Beth Keene, 1st Vice President 5. Introduction of guests – Jason Pullis, President Jonathan Lamb from Holstein USA, John Marshman National Delegate 6. Minutes of the Last Meeting – Chelsea Hanselman, Secretary Pullis asked for a motion to dispense the reading of the minutes as they were printed in the News. Tom Harkenrider made a motion and Alan Danforth second the motion.

7. Treasurers Report and Finance Report – Betsey Gerber, Treasurer and/or John Marshman, Finance Committee Chairman Betsey Gerber gave the financial report for the association. She started by saying that the Executive Committee has taken a close look at the financials of the association, with the goal of keeping the earnings positive. Some changes occurred in 2021 in an attempt to save money, which included downsizing staff and moving to a smaller, more affordable office space. Income in 2021 was up $82,000 due to sales and show.

Expenses were also up $53,000 from the previous year also due to show and sale expenses, which directly corresponds with the change in income.

We anticipate reduced staffing and building expenses to be more noticeably down in 2022, as we will have a full year in the new building at that point. Overall, the net income was about the same as the prior year.

In looking at the balance sheet, it did not change a lot from 2021. Senior banking is down about $6,200, which is reflective of some sponsorship money from 2020 that was carried over and used in 2021. The Senior reserve account continues to grow even though we did withdraw $28,600 from the reserve account for operating expenses. When looking at the 2021 budget compared to our actual income and expenses, income was $44,000 less than projected due to News income and a smaller 30 - NYN March-April 2022

Spring Dairy Carousel. These were offset by better than projected income for membership, a larger state show and sales. Expenses were about $11,000 less than budgeted. Betsey concluded by thanking Chelsea for keeping up with the financial records.

Lynnette Wright asked about if there were plans to replenish the reserves. Gerber answered by saying that the executive committee talks often about this and a plan cannot be made to replenish the reserve funds until the association begins to operate in the black. Wright commented that her concern was not if we are replenishing the reserve, as the reserve made more money this year than we took from it. Wright’s question is if we need to amend anything we have in writing that says we will replenish the reserves if we take from it. This is something that will be looked into. Pullis also reported that all proceeds from the marble bull and cow and stained glass piece selling in the ET sale would go to the reserves.

Gerber moved for the acceptance of her report; Vanlieshout second the motion.

2022 Budget Review and Approval - John Marshman & Betsey Geber John Marshman then discussed the 2022 budget. Marshman emphasized how important it was to meet our membership goals, as the budget has gotten tighter over the years and there is less flexibility with the numbers as there was and membership money is what helps pay the operating bills. The Carousel numbers are conservative and based off of last year’s show.

Marshman reported if we were able to get more entries this year it would help the budget. Sales are budgeted to net $25,000 and last year we netted $30,000. The News has been evaluated and we are constantly working on making changes to increase advertising and decrease costs.

Amy Kelsey asked if there would be any shows conflicting with Carousel that may bring entry numbers down. It was reported that the Ohio Spring show ends before Carousel starts.

Barb Hanselman asked about what information of members Farmshine has access to and how much money we make from them a year.

Hanselman commented that there are many untruths written in the Farmshine newspaper and they are unwilling to correct the misinformation.

C. Hanselman reported that Farmshine does not have access to any member’s information, other than members who wish to subscribe to the Farmshine. Marshman reported that not offering Farmshine to members would need to be a board decision. Marshman moved for the approval of the budget; David King second the motion.

8. National Directors Report-Jonathan Lamb & John Marshman Marshman reported that this will be his last meeting as National Director and encourages New York to have someone run for the open at-large position. March 1st is the deadline for

nominations. Marshman reports that he is very thankful for the time he spent in the position and all that he learned over the years. The association has done well through the trying times. There will be some new programs being announced this Spring. Holstein America Broadcast has had a successful couple of years. We are all waiting for the new elevation program and that should be out this year.

Johnathan Lamb reported that the annual meeting will be in Sioux Falls SD and there is an at-large position open so if anyone is interested, they should be doing so. Lamb also encouraged New York to put a name in. Overall, the Association is doing good. ID is down but that is an industry trend. Holstein Complete is up 1% and the biggest news is that classification is up 8%. ATA (Agri-Tech Analytics), Holstein’s dairy records processing center, has been doing wellthey processed over 2 million cows. Lamb said if you milk cows you may want to consider using this system, as it makes the records transfer seamless and there is no cost difference.

Lamb asked everyone to think about nominating someone from New York for the awards that National gives out each year. There are many worthy people in the state for these awards.

Lamb mentioned Marketplace Sires and encouraged folks to take a look at the list. He said there are some really nice New York bulls on there and the list includes bulls for every need.

Lamb finished by thanking everyone from New York for their support and stated that he would be running for President this year and if anyone has any questions to feel free to reach out to him.

Barb Hanselman asked that it be noted that there have been a lot of positive comments from individuals throughout New York about Kennedy Crothers, the NY rep.

9. Committee Reports • Publications – Justine Kelsey Kelsey started out her report by reviewing the financials. The subscription numbers are not in the report (a portion of every membership received goes to News’ subscriptions). If we take into account these numbers, the News only lost about $3,000 in 2021. Kelsey also noted that Melissa Hart reported that other associations take a loss on their publication as well. It was decided that there would only be 6 issues of the News printed in 2022 and ideas about how to get more people to advertise in only 6 issues were brainstormed.

The News is the official form of communication for the News and there is a need for us to continue to print for our members. Ad pricing and budling rates were discussed and as of January 1 there are more transparent ad rates. Kelsey mentioned that if we offered bundled rates, advertisers would get more money off for advertising more and this would make Hart’s job easier, as she would already have set advertisements and she could then spend her time going after other advertisers.

Kelsey reported that ads will be shared on Facebook and it was suggested that all committee chairs and members of the publications committee have access to the Facebook page to help make posts. Hart is working on getting a new template for the News. The template hasn’t changed since 1993 and an updated look may help advertisers want to advertise. Kelsey also mentioned that the cost of paper and postage has gone up over the past year, which has contributed to increase expenses. Kelsey moved for the approval of her report; Cam Davis second the motion.

• Sales – David King King reviewed the sale financials. The 2021 ET sale netted $19,000 and the Breeder’s sale in the Fall netted $9,000. King reported that online sales have been good but we would like to have a live sale this year. King mentioned that the ET sale is in half an hour and encouraged folks to come bid. The sale committee discussed the possibility of a spring sale along with spring show.

Cam Davis will be working on this and seeing what can be done. King reported if any sale happened it would be an online sale for exhibitors who wanted to sale their cattle. Tom Harkenrider made a motion to approve King’s report; Alan Danforth second the motion.

• Membership/Breed & Promotion – Lynnette Wright Wright started out by reviewing membership goal winners. She said checks for 2021 winners will be mailed out. 2022 membership goal winners were Cayuga, Wayne/Ontario and Chautauqua counties. Wright encouraged folks to make sure that any member attending a club event, specifically shows, are paid members. Wright report that her committee discussed the cow fees and there was question about how to manage this if farms are not paying the fees. Wright said it was decided that the association would not police who is actually paying these fees and we will look at what other states are doing. There is not a location chosen yet for summer picnic but there will be plans for a 2022 summer picnic. Jason Lloyd recommended putting cow numbers in the membership directory that will be printed in the News. Wright moved for the approval of her report; Cathy Littlefield-Bush second the motion.

• Show & New York Spring Dairy Carousel – Jason Lloyd The 2022 Spring Show will be in Hamburg NY, March 30th-April 4th and the 2022 State Show will be in Greenwich NY in September 7th-11th.

Spring Show Information: The Junior Holstein Show is now a national show and a Junior Jersey Show was added too. All colored breed shows will happen regardless of show size. The code of ethics has been updated- encouraging pictures to be taken to accompany any complaint that is filed. An ethics committee will be formed that will help monitor shows and take any reports. Lloyd then reported on the All-NY contest and informed everyone that the committee has proposed moving forward with a points system. Kelly Reynolds is helping create the form for this. Some of the guidelines are that only NY shows will be taken into consideration, anyone entering must be a NY member, and carousel, state show, state fair and county shows will be taken into consideration.

The committee is working on a draft and will submit to the executive committee for approval.

The approval will be printed in the News. Lloyd concluded by asking everyone to think about sponsors for these shows and communicate them to C. Hanselman. Kelsey asked who will handle ethical concerns that arise and Lloyd responded that there will be a committee that does. Patsy Gifford asked if there is a cap on the number of shows to be considered for All-NY and Lloyd reported that yes there will be and it will likely be 3. Lloyd moved for the approval of his report; Danforth second the motion.

Meeting was adjourned.

MEETING RECONVENES Saturday, January 15, 2022 @ 10:00 a.m.

1. Roll call – Chelsea Hanselman, Secretary

In attendance were Jason Pullis, Beth Keene, Jason Lloyd, Betsey Gerber (via Zoom), Tom Harkenrider, John Marshman, Patsy Gifford (via Zoom), Barb Hanselman, Mary McDonald, Cathy Littlefield-Bush, Justine Kelsey, Steve Vanlieshout, Lynnette Wright (via Zoom), Deb Quackenbush, Alexis Payne, David King, Curtis Nolan, Cam Davis, Jodi Hoynoski

2. New York Holstein News Editors Report –

Melissa Hart Hart started her report by thanking all of the members for their support. In 2022 Hart reports that she plans to make more visits to New York, and she appreciates New York breeders for opening their farm doors for her and her husband.

Hart also talked about the new template for the News and reported that she hopes that this will be unveiled for the March issue. The March/April issue is the Red and White and Youth issue and the deadline for this is February 15th. Hart then spoke about goals for the News, one of these being collaboration with other states, in hopes that advertisers could advertise one time and have your ad in other states magazines too. Hart is working on doing this with Ohio and Pennsylvania for the November/December issue. Hart went on to encourage everyone to advertise and to thank those that are contract advertisers, as consistent advertising is best for everyone. In closing, Hart said it is her job to call you to advertise but don’t be afraid to call her if they haven’t heard from her and want to advertise. Pullis commended Hart and the publications committee for takin the step to give the News a fresh look.

3. Executive Managers Junior & Senior

Association Report – Chelsea Hanselman C. Hanselman started out by saying not a lot has changed since the Fall report given except for planning for the convention. C. Hanselman said there was a lot planned over the next few days for the Juniors and reported looking forward to everyone having fun. Stacie continues to handle all membership renewals and C. Hanselman encouraged anyone who hasn’t renewed their membership to get in touch with Stacie. C. Hanselman then reported goals that she has for the association for 2022. There is a strong need to reenergize the junior programs and we have a lot of young people in the association right now and she wants to keep it that way. C. Hanselman is asking junior advisors to reach out to her and tell her how she can support their county

clubs and juniors. Another goal identified is the planning and attending of more events. And the third goal was to focus on the transitioning age young adults who are going from junior to senior members. This age group has a lot to offer and we do not want to see them leave the association because they feel they don’t have a purpose. C. Hanselman concluded by thanking Jason Pullis for his leadership and guidance over the last year and a half.

4. National Holstein Association Report- Jodi

Hoynoski Jodi Hoynoski started her report by reminding everyone to reach out to Kennedy Crothers, the NY area sales representative, if they ever need anything. Hoynoski, Executive Director, then went on to explain what she herself does at Holstein and reported she does a little bit of everything, from registration programs to juniors to ear tags to customer service and she is going to be celebrating her 20th anniversary with Holstein.

The 2021 recap for Holstein USA: Last year’s Holstein convention several members were awarded. The Distinguished Young Holstein breeder went to the Reynold’s Family from New York; the Elite breeder award went to Emerald Acres; Dave Trenton was honored with the Distinguished Leadership award. If you would like to nominate someone for any of these awards, they are due January 31st. In June the WKU Smart Holstein Lab creation was announced.

Research is underway in the goal of developing a 100% A2 whole- herd in the top 20% of the breed for TPI with additional emphasis on health and reproductive traits. Members are invited to donate cows or embryos through the send-a-cowto-college program. If you want more information, please go to www.smartholstein.com. Hoynoski went on to report on reserve fund money that was set aside for research projects. In 2021 the association allocated funds for 3 projects. Yearend statistics: 658 new junior members, 331 new adult members (271 more junior members, 66 more adult members than previous year); 597,031 Holsteins identified with 309, 276 being registered (this is a decrease of 4% from 2020); Holstein COMPLETE: 333,358 animals 1,057 herds, increase of animals by 1% and a decrease of herds by 1%. Classification: evaluated 198,187 animals, which shows a 4% increase. AGA: processed 1,031,523 cows and 480 herds.

Holstein America returned to TV this past year, showcasing dairy farmers throughout the United States. Four issues of the Pulse were published in 2021 and the next issue should be arriving in your mailboxes soon.

Kelsey asked if there was any correlation between increased in classification numbers and increase in transfers for herd dispersal.

Hoynoski reported that she believes the increase in classification numbers is a result of Holstein doing a better job of making the data available to customers and showing them how to use the data.

Kelsey then asked what will Holstein be doing with the new carbon neutral initiative? Hoyoski reported that Holstein will be actively engaged in the ongoing conversations and will provide support to our members when more direction is given.

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Pullis thanked Hoynoski for her report and for being present at convention.

5. Open Forum: • • • • • •

Membership Conventions State Sponsored Sales Shows Breed Improvement & Education Junior Programs

Sponsorship: J. Marshman stated that he feels that everyone should understand how sponsorship impacts the bottom line and encourages the association to think about putting together a committee. B. Hanselman stated that this should include all committee chairpersons, so they understand the financials. J. Kelsey stated that before any event it should be known how much the event costs and how much money is going to be needed through sponsorships. Also commented that it is important to figure out how we give the sponsor a good return and to not be afraid to be creative. Hoynoski commented that we do not need to recreate the wheel and to reach out to other states to see what they do. J. Lloyd stated we would be forming a sponsorship committee so if anyone is willing to help with this to please talk to Chelsea or an Executive Committee member.

State Show: Lloyd mentioned that concerns have been brought to his attention about the location and date of the State Show. Lloyd explained that the date had been decided by the show committee and it was made to avoid county shows and State fair. The date is the 1st week of kids going back to school, but the shows were planned for the weekends so that kids could still show.

Lloyd continued by saying that he encourages individuals to attend New York State Fair and reminded everyone that we split from State Fair because of COVID and State Fair not happening and that members have asked that State Show continue.

Deb Quackenbush then asked on behalf of OHM County, why are we putting on a state show when we don’t have a lot of money and people could just go to State Fair? C. Hanselman answered by saying that an overwhelming number of members have said they do not want to return to State Fair but they want a State Show to attend. Wright asked if we could return to the State Fairgrounds at another time. Pullis reported that we looked at all weeks and we do not want to overlap with a county show. C. Hanselman explained that financially it does not make sense right now financially to return to the State Fairgrounds, given the low cost of the grounds at Washington County and all that we get in return from their staff there. It does not compare when you look at the expenses of a show held at the State Fairgrounds. Hanselman went on to say that the State Show only lost about $2,000 last year and that the amount of awards and cash prizes given to exhibitors cost way over $2,000. If we were able to find sponsors to cover the awards and cash prizes then we will continue to give, if we can’t find sponsors then we will cut back on prizes. Keene told members that we are planning on a 2022 summer picnic, and we are looking for someone to host the picnic. She continued 32 - NYN March-April 2022

by saying that we are wondering what members want from the State association? What would bring value to you as a NY Holstein member?

6. Old Business

Wright asked if moving forward all meetings would be available via Zoom, given the number of members missing meetings and the convenience of Zoom. Wright also questioned if we should be opening up the committee meetings and annual meetings to all people via Zoom. Wright commented that this may increase participation.

Harkenrider commented that the email lists that the state office is using is not always working.

Some members do not receive the emails, even if their name is on the list. Hart suggested purchasing an email program to track who reads the emails and when.

7. New Business

Gifford asked is the audit had been scheduled yet. C. Hanselman said it takes place each year in February.

Gifford also asked if there was a 2nd signer yet on the accounts. Pullis answered that there is not yet but that the Executive Committee has

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discussed this and there are plans in place to make this happen.

Gifford asked if there were any plans in NY hosting National Convention. Hoynoski responded that the 2022 convention will be in Sioux Falls SD; 2023 is in Lexington KY; and in 2024 the National Office is taking over the convention and will decide on locations likely by region. It is undecided at this time if the State associations will play any part in the convention.

Gifford asked if the new office is working out and if we need it? C. Hanselman reported that the new space is working out well and that there is too much stuff to not have an office right now but that the lease is flexible should we decide otherwise.

8. Resolutions – Beth Keene

Keene then led the group in a moment of thought and reflection in memory of the friends and members we lost this past year.

9. Announcements (Directors please stay seated

10. Lloyd made a motion to adjourn the meeting and King second the motion.

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Pineland Goldwyn Hemi-ET 3E-96 5-02 365 33880 4.3 1441 3.2 1070

Ranway Incred Dancer139-Red EX-90 EX-MS

2019 HM Jr. All American Spring Yrlg., 2021 3rd Jr 2Y @ North American Dairy Cattle Show Offering – Altitude from Dancer, 2D: VG87 California, 3D: EX 93 Barbwire. Dam of 2nd Calf is Maternal Sister to Dancer! Ranway Russ Disco 215-Red VG 87 @ 2Y. offering an Awesome from Disco, 2D: VG87 California, 3D: EX93 Barbwire. 2 Big League Fall Calves for 2022!!

These are the BEST calves that we have had in our barn an opportunity for someone to have some fun this year! Fantasy-Found Holsteins

Selling her Fancy Gr Dtr who is Potential 5th Gen. EX! She is just fresh sired by Our-Favorite on Point Dam 2E-92 w/4-04 365 33450 4.0 1325 3.2 1079, 2D: Hemi 3E-96, 3D: Kissamee Dundee Haley EX94, 4D: Robdar Stardust Heather EX93. Pineland has a nice group coming from open showage, bred heifers and fancy milking age all with great pedigrees to build from.

Sale Staff: Tom Hosking Auctioneer 607-972-1770 Dan Hosking Auctioneer 607-972-8773 Jarrod Burleigh – pedigrees 570-772-3542 Dan Stoltzfus 717-283-7282 Larry Hill 716-680-5116

View and Bid online in real time at www.cowbuyer.com Bidders must be pre-approved.

Hosking Sales LLC 6071 State Highway 8 New Berlin NY 13411

Friday, March 18, 2022 10:30 AM - Apulia Station, NY

Maplelane Manor Complete Registered Holstein Dispersal ** 5 Times Holstein USA Herd of Excellence Award Winners**

**Numerous State and National Production Award Winners bred and developed in this herd** Selling 238 head with approx 90 milking age balance calves to bred heifers. Also selling 7 yearling bulls.

Cows are ave. 89# RHA 27,431M 4.4 1110F 3.4 888P - SCC 250,000 A few sale highlights to look for: **Fresh Sr. 2yr. old R&W Mr Blondin Warrior - Red , Dam VG w/NY Leader list record of 2-09 305D 34030M 4.5 1515F 3.7 1243P 2D: VG87 w/1453F. **5 Milking dtrs of Siemers Hotspot that will stop you in your tracks. One being a Sr. 2yr old prospect fresh and milking 90#, Dam is EX w/2-11 365D 42770M 4.2 1794F 3.3 1414P (3rd NY production), 2D: VG w/1647F going back to the Round Oak Ivanhoe Eve Family. **3 yr old Delta Lambda VG86 w/2-00 365D 34510M 3.5 1223F 3.2 1108P from the Ridgedale famous Mink Family! **Fresh Undenied-ET milking 98# on the first test - she is Potential 8th Gen. EX all the way back to Autumn Ridge’s “P” Family. - So many more to brag about a sale you will not want to miss!

Sires represented: Delta Lambda, Siemers Hotspot, King Royal, King Doc, Jordy, King Boy, Hancock plus many more popular sires.

This herd has never looked better - if you are looking to fill your tank - breed from a great high production family or find that one you want to show she is here!

Mgrs Note: Maybe the greatest herd Dispersal of all time with exemplary management - and the cows look amazing the youngstock is well grown and ready to take you to the next level. Maplelane Manor always bred for sound cows and longevity. All cattle will be inoculated against shipping fever and pregnancy examined prior to sale.

Directions: GPS address: 6565 Rt. 80, Apulia Station, NY 13020.

Sale Managed by:

Hosking Sales LLC

Bid Online in Real Time Bidders must pre-register and be pre-approved.

Assistance contact: Aaron Ray Tompkins 336-363-4639

Sale Staff: Tom Hosking . . . . . . . 607-972-1770 Dan Hosking . . . . . . . 607-972-8773 Brenda Hosking . . . . 607-972-1771 Dan Z Stoltfus . . . . . . 717-283-7282 Jarrod Burleigh . . . . . 570-772-3542

Owners:

Maplelane Manor Farm Benjamin & Carolyn Turner John Young Jay Liddington - Herdsman Barn ph: 315-696-0263

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ADA North East Announces Winners of New York State Dairy Ambassador Competition On Tuesday, February 22, 2022, Gabriella Taylor from Wayne County was named the 2022-2023 New York State Dairy Ambassador during a ceremony livestreamed from the Embassy Suites by Hilton Syracuse Destiny USA in Syracuse, N.Y. Taylor formerly served as the Wayne County Dairy Princess since spring of 2021.

As New York State Dairy Ambassador, Taylor will serve as a spokesperson and advocate for dairy farmers by attending special events to engage with and educate consumers on the nutritional benefits of milk and dairy foods; how farmers care for their cows and their land to produce a sustainable product; and the importance of the dairy industry to the New York state economy. Taylor will also receive a $1,200 scholarship and an internship opportunity with American Dairy Association North East (ADA North East).

Katie Jasmin from Madison County was named first Associate Ambassador, and Annika Donlick from Cortland County was selected as second Associate Ambassador. They will receive a $700 scholarship and $500 scholarship, respectively. Both individuals will assist the New York State Dairy Ambassador with training, appearances, and other duties.

The New York State Dairy Ambassador Program aims to build critical professional skills and confidence of young individuals who are passionate about the dairy industry. Ambassadors will be involved in statewide promotions and events. Individuals will gain experience collaborating with a team, knowledge of ADA North East promotion and marketing programs, and will participate in sessions led by experts in public speaking, social media, team building and leadership.

The 2022 competition marks the initial step in a change to the dairy advocacy program, now called the New York State Dairy Ambassador program. Last fall, ADA North East was asked to expand the dairy princess program to include both young men and women. The program changes will continue to roll out this spring, when young men will be able to compete for county Dairy Ambassador positions and ultimately for the state title. The core components of the program and the competition remain the same.

Participants were judged on a personal interview, impromptu questions, a prepared speech, a product knowledge exam, writing skills, and informal interaction with others. They were evaluated based on their communications skills and knowledge of the dairy industry.

Competition judges were Holly Pullis, Hollywood Enterprises and Roedale Farm, Richfield Springs, N.Y., 36 - NYN March-April 2022

NYS Dairy Ambassadors: Gabriella Taylor from Wayne County (center) was selected as the 2022 New York State Dairy Ambassador at the competition held on Tuesday, February 22, in Syracuse. Katie Jasmin from Madison County (right) was named first Associate Ambassador, and Annika Donlick from Cortland County (left) was named second Associate Ambassador.

and Anna Richards CEO/Founder 2020 Consulting LLC, Skaneateles, N.Y. Sponsored by ADA North East, the competition completed the yearlong term of Shelby Benjamin of Chenango County.

King to Run for Holstein Association USA Board Position Jeff King of Kings Ransom Farm, Schuylerville is throwing his hat into the ring for the Holstein Association, USA Board of Directors AtLarge position. The election will be held at the National Holstein Convention in June in South Dakota. New York representation on the board has been vital to the entire association and if Jeff is elected, he will be a huge asset to the HAUSA membership.

Get to know more about Jeff and his vision for the association in the May-June issue of the News. You may contact Jeff with your questions and concerns at 518-791-2876.

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Rockon

Rocket

Mikelholm War

Mikelholm Jordy

-Red VG-88

Nominated All-American Summer Jr. 2-Yr-Old Reserve All-NY Summer Jr. 2-Yr-Old HM All-NY Young Red Cow 2nd NYSS R&W 2021 • 7th WDE 2021 • 3rd NAILE She has a red Diamondback June Calf!

She is due back in August.

305D 22,490M 4.1 923F 3.3 746P

Reserve All-American Fall Yearling in Milk 2nd & BBO WDE 2021 Due to McDonald-P in Mid-July.

She’ll be ready for summer shows as a 2nd calf 2-Year-Old 305D 19,540M 5.0 980F 3.7 723P

Thank you to the Kings Ransom crew, the Maple Downs crew, John Barrett, Jamie Black and Ryan Lawton for their help and support along the way.

JOHN & SUE MIKEL (585) 356-5551 EMILY MIKEL (585) 356-3959

-Red VG-87 @ 1-10

CUDS Spring Classic Sale 11 am Saturday, March 19

Cornell Livestock Pavilion – 48 Judd Falls Road – Ithaca, NY 14850 50 lots sell from industry leading Holstein, Jersey, Ayrshire, Red & White, and Brown Swiss families!

Animals will vary from show age calves, high genomic/type lots, and great milking cows with smashing udders. Embryo’s, Choices, and IVF Sessions will also be available to make the next great one!

Take this opportunity to meet the club members and take home a nice one for this year’s shows or grab the next high-ranking superstar! Several items including raffle baskets, baked goods, hot food, and donation items will be available! Dave and Merry Rama are excited to return to Ithaca along with Daniel Brandt, helping to support our club’s efforts in paving the way for dairy in the future! Bid last on March 19th!

A special thank you to all of our generous sponsors and academic advisors for their time and effort!

57th Annual Delaware County

Notable Consignors: Liddleholme, Oakfield Corners, Reyncrest, Retso, ZBW, Fairmont, AOT, Kings-Ransom, Cookiecutter, Clear-Echo, Luncrest, Mikelholm, Eildon-Tweed, Siemers, Juniper, La Casa de Leche, and J-Folts

Spring Calf Sale

Saturday, May 7th, 2022 @ 11am Delaware County Fairgrounds 12 Fair St., Walton, NY 13856 Dave Rama - Auctioneer • Derek Johnson - 607-435-1478 Managed by Delaware County Holstein Club

We have selected many full age show calves from some of the finest herds in New York. And we’ll have a large group of bagging heifers due right after the sale!

Super Show Prospects ~ Outstanding Bred Heifers ~Deep, Famous Cow Families~ Check Facebook for more updates and to view/request catalog.

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Catalog online at DairyAgendaToday

Kenyon Hill youth and

Kenyon-Hill Gameday

Onia-ET

At +3164 GTPI Onia is the current #1 GTPI animal in the breed!

Onia is a Gameday daughter out of a recently fresh Pursuit daughter – her pedigree says it all!

VG85 King Royal x VG87 Monterey x EX92 Uno Brinley x VG 87 Bowser Boyana x VG85 Mac Barb x EX90 Barbi x EX92 Regancrest-PR Barbie.

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Kenyon Hill Farm “A stone’s throw from paradise”

The Michael Nolan Family | Cambridge, NY | 518-222-5692 NYN March-April 2022 - 39

As milk prices rise, so do the prices of YOUR dairy cattle

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SALE SCHEDULE Upcoming Sales Managed by The Cattle Exchange

March 24, 2022

73rd Annual Chautauqua County Production Sale

Fun in the Sun Sale

April 16, 2022 12:00 Noon

Reflections of Maple Downs 3rd Edition

Empire Livestock Cherry Creek, NY Sale Chairs: Patrick Sweatman (716) 269-8686 Nicholas Yotpolis (716) 450-5336

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525HO96 Burket-Falls Done Right-Red *PO EX-92 | aAa: 516342 | A2/A2 | Polled

Fat: +.10% | DPR: +2.0 | Actual Dau. Final Score: 82.0 Bred and owned by Burket-Falls Farm, East Freedom PA

Done Right Daughters pictured below: L to R: EX-92,VG-87, EX-90,VG-85,VG-88,VG-88 All 2nd or 3rd lactation, milking over 100 lbs/day.

Contact our New York dealer: Stolhaven Genetics 888-672-4328 The bulls that were bred to be cows

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To the Fun in the Sun Sale March 24, 2022 – Key West, FL

Eildon-Tweed Overvi Jooke 1 DOB: 9-30-21

GTPI +3048 NM$ +1061 +111F + 47P +1038M PL+7.0 DPR+1.0 PTAT+1.24 UDC+1.41 an 253FE Overview x VG85 Duke x Rubicon X Mack x Jook Sudan 6198-ET VG-86 4th Dam

Dam Eildon-Tweed Duke VG-85 1-09 20920M 1132F 715P 2-09 31930M 1655F 1154P She started her 3rd lactation with 130lbs/day 2nd Dam is a Rubicon 3rd Dam is a Mack 4th Dam Jook Sudan 6198-ET VG-86 Seth Wadsworth - herdsman David Wood - owner 1253 Eastern Avenue Amsterdam, NY 12010 518-882-6684

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Business Profile

T riple-H il S ires –

Bulls that were Bred to be Cows

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riple-Hil Sires entered the stud service industry in 2010 when two starry-eyed teenagers, Jared, and Lowell Martin, began the business with one home bred bull and a dream.

Fast forward twelve years, and the pair has added eighty studs, a partner, Galen Weber, and broadened from hometown sales to covering the U.S. and international customers in Canada, Europe, South America, and Australia.

The Bulls That Were Bred to be Cows, Triple-Hil’s slogan and breeding philosophy summation. “We look for great cow families filled with high scoring cows, lifetime production and balanced matings that made sense,” said founder Jared Martin. “We find bulls from many great cow herds that are totally overlooked because they don’t have the numbers that fit into genomics or TPI indexes. We appreciate AAA matings and try to find bulls with hard-to-find AAA combos.”

Holsteins are the majority breed with growing Jersey, Lineback, Ayrshire and Guernsey line ups. High components and A2A2 are desired traits. They place a priority on providing buyers a good look at bulls in their catalog through high-quality, naturally posed photos and video. “Seeing the bull in real life is impactful and helps in breeding decisions,” Jared added.

A typical customer uses the AAA mating tool and seeks longevity in their herd.

Browndale Sires of Canada and KI Samen in the Netherlands are cooperating distributors who share Triple-Hil’s practical, proven, breeding philosophy.

Typical studs in the line up are born to cows that are more than eight years old. In an industry chasing young animals and squeezing the generational interval as quickly as possible, Triple-Hil looks for foundation animals that have proven their transmitting ability to the next generation. “These dams are contested, the cow families clearly have the genetics we are looking for,” Jared said. “The cow has proven herself to be sound, long lived, profitable, and reproductive or they wouldn’t be in the herd at that age.”

On the sire side, Triple-Hil is slow to take on offspring from a young sire, looking for bulls that have proven themselves and their transmitting ability. They must be physically sound with functional feet and legs, wide, deep, and strong, come from balanced matings, and are not extreme. “We aren’t bound by indexes, getting us away from the genetic bottlenecking found in today’s genetics,” Martin said.

“Some people say we are going backwards. For us it means time tested.”

Contact Jared Martin at 855-955-2100, https://triplehilsires.com/ or on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/triplehilsires

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Cattle of all ages available! Deep pedigrees, outstanding type – the foundation kind! u 1 East Hadley Rd. – Hadley, MA 01035 Gordie & Beth Cook – Cell 413-447-1461 Hank & Debra Cook and Family Cell 413-320-1017 – www.cookfarm.com

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Celebrating 50 Years...

April 1st will mark 50 years of watching the sun rise through the window here in New York after our move from Susssex County, NJ. The industry changes, the landscape changes, and the way we get things done changes. But the one constant is family. We are happy to have the 4th generation working here at our side on a daily basis; living, learning and growing for the future. Plan a visit to Roedale this spring to see what the newest changes are that we have in store. Stop in anytime, we’ll even welcome you at sunrise!

Ad Deadline for May-June issue of the N Y News is April 14 Contact Melissa Hart to reserve your ad space today!

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Don’t miss our consignment to the Otsego County 4-H Calf Sale on March 26th at Hosking Sales…a red December Unstoppable from Oakfield Lo Scarlett-Red (2E 93). See our January ad for a refresher on this great cow!

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– Index of Advertisers – AHV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 ARTimmel Sales . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Chautauqua County Production Sale . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Cobleskill Dairy Fashions Sale . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Collins-crest Holsteins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Cook Farm, LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Co-Vale Holsteins LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Coyne Farms Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 CUDS Spring Classic Sale . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Cybil Fisher Photography . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Dairy Agenda Today . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Dairy One . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Daniel Brandt Pedigrees & Marketing. . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Delaware County Spring Sale . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Eildon Tweed Farm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Field of Dreams Genetics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3 Granny Anne Holsteins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Joleanna Holsteins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Kemin Intestinal Health . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Kenyon Hill Holsteins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 La Casa de Leche Dairy, LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Lantland Farms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Lick Springs Farm. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Maple Downs Hay & Straw . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Maplelane Manor Dispersal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Merrillea Holsteins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 46 - NYN March-April 2022

Michael J. McCaffrey/aAa Weeks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Midas Touch Genetics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Mike Walker Photography . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Mikelholm Holsteins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Mill Wheel Show Clinics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Monanfran Farms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 New York Farm Bureau . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 New York Holstein Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 New York Life, Denise M. Lloyd Agent . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Oakfield Corners Dairy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Ovaltop Holsteins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Premier Select Sires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Reflections of Maple Downs Sale III . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Rhode, Scott . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Rivercross Holsteins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Roedale Farm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Spring Premier Sale All-Breeds Sale . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Sweet Willow Holsteins Dispersal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 The Cattle Exchange . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Tiger Lily Holsteins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Tillapyke Holsteins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Triple Hil Sires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Useful Farm Products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42, 45 Wall Street Dairy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Wideawake Holsteins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

OCD Coffee Frances 47695

continues to impress!

VG-85 VG-MS at 2Y

The Frances branch of the Raven family

VG-85 VG-MS at 2Y

OCD Luxoti Frances 52648

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2890GTPI 888NM +1.1DPR 1.78T 1.78UDC 2-00 3X 264d 26110 4.3% 1135 3.2% 832 (in progress) Coffee X EX Burley Frances 41330 250HO16074 Figaro, her Parfect son, is getting attention at Select Sires.

-- 3041GTPI 949NM +0.8DPR 2.25T 2.37UDC

THEIR DAM, BROOD COW EXTRAORDINAIRE OCD Burley Frances 41330 EX-90 - VVVVE, 2nd lactation

3 IVF sessions from the Frances/Raven family sell on March 10

2811GTPI 802NM -0.5DPR 1.41T 1.44UDC 2-04 3X 140d 13880 4.7% 646 3.0% 418 (in progress) Luxotic X EX Burley Frances 41330 Two Gameday and Dobbins daughter rank in the Top 2000 GTPI of the breed

VG-85 VG-MS at 2Y

• OCD Ahead Fortune 64329 3097GTPI 1089NM • OCD Gameday Raven 94453 3090GTPI 1062NM • OCD Gameday Frances 66142 3083GTPI 1149NM

OCD Challenger Frances 51910

2805GTPI 768NM +1.2DPR 1.59T 1.64UDC Burley X EX Delta Frances X VG Uno X 2E-91 Goldwn Fame X 7 more VG and EX dams from the Raven’s

Jonathan Lamb 585-704-2501 • Alicia Lamb 585-993-8026 Jamie Black 518-353-2602 • Adam Dresser 716-474-1193

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2872GTPI 805NM +0.5DPR 2.05T 2.58UDC 2-04 3X 275 26000 4.7% 1216 3.2% 823 (in progress) Challenger X EX Burley Frances 41330 200HO12219 Fromage, her Epoxy son, is available at Semex 2951GTPI 940NM 171FP 2.06T 2.40UDC

We want to thank the NYHA for the honor of being named the 2022 Active Master Breeder for NY. While we love to breed great cattle, the greatest satisfaction is to have your peers appreciate your work and the value of our genetics.

We look forward to continuing to strive to breed the best better!

Focused on Making the Right Ones!

DAVID & LOUANNE King 69 Halfway House Rd. – Waddington, NY 13694 315-322-4162 – 315-212-0032 (cell) – www.midastouchgenetics.com Follow us on Facebook at Midas Touch Genetics.