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JDJ MS CIGAR B2011
EF1198275 // Born 3/20/14 // BW: 87 // AWW: 647 // YW: 909 (has 65 progeny registered with AICA) Sire: LHD Cigar E46 Dam: JDJ Ms Spur R120 (has 42 progeny registered with AICA) Recently flushed 35 Embryos sired by DC/CRJ Stars and Stripes K3051 and 40 Embryos sired by Fink Gold Standard 0153 She has an outstanding DC/CRJ Rooster H3118 heifer calf at side born 3/12/24, BW: 83 lbs. Owned by Arli Ranch, Evans Ranch, and McCurdy Charolais
NH LADY 7450 0409 FL
EF1280023 // Born: 8/25/17 // BW:73 // Polled Sire: VPI Free Lunch 708T Dam: Fink Lady 0409 6868 BG Has 11 progeny registered with AICA
Selling 3-Embryos sired by RBM Keystone and 3-Embryos sired by JMAR Hosea 2M70 in the 2024 Southern Connection Sale October 5, 2024 in Knoxville, TN Owned by Bella Angel Farms
Rachael Jackson, AIJCA alum and recipient of the 2023 Russell W. Ludeke-Harold Christopher Truax II Memorial Scholarship.
Congratulations Oakley Schoen for winning “Choice of our Open Heifers in the ROCK CHAR Drawing!”
Brett Spader, Executive Vice President: 816-464-2474 Ext. 101
David Hobbs: 913-515-1215 Cody Beck: 765-719-1622
Hadley Schotte: 785-562-6632 Clint Sexson: 541-609-0167
Isaac Hughes: 662-660-3164
Colt Keffer: 765-376-8784
colt@cksalesandmarketing.com
SEPTEMBER 2, 2024 • NOON
Chappell’s Sale Arena • Strafford, Missouri
SKS SUPER PUNCHER 423K
The reigning National Champion bull definitely “Punched his Ticket” on the green shavings in Louisville at that historic venue. You can’t help but get excited when you see Puncher—I know I did the first time I saw him after he won Ft. Worth. He’ll make ‘em good and this will be one of the few opportunities in 2024 to purchase semen
LAFRAISE PENELOPE 92E
Sells due 9/18/24 to WIA Backwater Jack 060
Penelope was a member of our 2023 show string. This massive female has extra length and bountiful rib. Her dam is the power house donor, Wranglin Pauline. A maternal brother was champion Charolais steer at the 2024 Iowa Beef Expo. A maternal sister was Supreme Champion female at the Wisconsin State Fair. This female has an unlimited future.
LAFRAISE KATE 622
Sells due 11/19/24 to CCC WC Redemption. This great looking brood cow matron is sired by the ever popular Tank bull. She has extra body to go along with her feminine features. A maternal sister was high selling bred heifer at the 2023 Autumn in the Ozarks sale. She is the front pasture kind.
M6 NEW GERMAINE 5149 P ET
This proven donor continues to excel in the donor pen. She has worked to multiple sires. It takes a great one to make good ones from multiple sires and she has out done herself. Selling recip due 8/15/24 sired by the National Champion Super Puncher. Also selling embryos by the ABS sire Jefferson and the up-and-coming Gun Show.
PF MISS PATRICIA 2203
Good genetics always come to the top and this female was Reserve Grand at the American Royal and is an exceptional donor. You don’t find the opportunity many times to buy sexed heifer embryos out of a Kansas City Champion and the National Champion Super Puncher. The homework is done for you to make the next champion and donor cow.
DCR SILVER LED F136
What an opportunity—a flush sells on the dam of the most popular AI sire in the breed, JMAR Jefferson 8M11. This female will hold her own with any in the breed as far as earning power and she keeps producing the good ones. The Silver Gun females are probably some of the most underrated in the business and this one has proven herself to be a great one. Full sib embryos to Jefferson also sell.
Rogers Bar HR Proven
Performance for Over 65 Years
• Rogers Bar HR is the largest Charolais Breeder in the South and one of the oldest breeders in the country.
• Our bulls have won more BIF Certified rate of gain tests than any other Charolais breeder.
• Bulls are not creep fed - they are developed on GRASSbermuda, bahia, and ryegrass.
• Rogers Bar HR bulls do not need an adaption period - they just do their job with no additional pampering.
• Our bulls are bred in the South, raised in the South, and they will work for you in the South.
• Be it grass or grain, our bulls will put on the pounds for youMore pounds, more
at the River City Casino, St. Louis, Missouri SEPTEMBER 14, 2024
Lots 1A & 1B - LT Atlas 0251 Pld: Selling Two 10% Ownership Interests each Lot includes 100 units of semen, no signing fees and 10% revenue sharing! LT Atlas 0251 is quickly becoming one of the most widely used popular LT sires of the breed. His son LT Global 3322 shook up the breed this past April when he sold for $300,000 in the Lindskov LT Ranch Bull Sale. Presented by Greer Charolais & Wild Indian Acres.
Lot 7A & Lot 6LT Global 3322 Pld ET: Son of LT Atlas 0251 out of LT Sheila 337 Pld. Also selling Choice of Global ET daughters as Lot 7A from NextGen and three Global embryos out of SVY Historic’s full sister from Lindskov LT Ranch sell as Lot 6.
Lot 2 - LT Sheila 337 Pld: Selling a Guaranteed Successful Flush in LT Sheila 337, the dam of the $300,000 LT Global 3322 Pld ET and LT Premier 3304 Pld ET that sold for $150,000 to Australia. 14 sons of Sheila have sold for an average of $41,196. This flush offering will be a breeding program once in a lifetime opportunity! Presented by Lindskov LT Ranch.
Lots 3 through 13 - M6 Ms New Germaine 484 P –Continues to excite the entire breed with her overpowering EPD strength and superior progeny production. She ranks in the top 3% of the breed for WW & CW, the top 2% for Milk and the top 1% for YW, MTL, REA & TSI! Recently two full sibs sired by LT Countdown 9712 struck gold for Serhienko in Canada with SVY Ms Germaine 236K selling for $80,000 to Lindskov LT Ranch and SVY Historic 241 241K now owned by Select Sires. This cow family is featured in this sale with elite progeny and genetic mating’s including 1 son, 6 daughters, 3 Atlas & 3 Redemption embryos out of 484!
Lot 4A, 4B & 4C – WIA Ms Bold Germaine 3116, 3117 & 3118! Selling Choice of three outstanding ETs sired by WCR Bold Move 168 in which a ¼ semen interest sold for $44,000 during the 2023 National Charolais Sale and their dam is M6 Ms New Germaine 484. All three due in March 2025 to LT Atlas 0251 P, the sire of LT Global 3322!
42 – WIA Ms Nancy 2153 P – Sired by LT
out
Lot 3 – WIA-CCR Valhalla 3123 P is the #1 TSI bull of the entire breed with a 334.70!!!! He will be a featured lot of this sale! He ranks in the top 1% of the breed for WW, YW, CW, REA and TSI. REA: 20.38, ratio: 121, MARB: 3.42, ratio: 124! Selling will be 1/2 Interest and Full Possession and FIVE 10-unit semen packages. Presented by Cannon Charolais & Wild Indian Acres.
SVY Historic 241K
Lot 5 – Selling a pregnant recipient due to calf January 1, 2025 carrying your choice of a bull or heifer calf full sib to SVY Historic 241K or SVY Ms Germanine 236K!
46 – WIA
SVY Ms Germaine 236K
Lot 6 – Selling 3 frozen embryos sired by LT Global 3322 Pld ET out of the $80,000 SVY Ms Germaine 236K! Presented by Lindskov LT Ranch.
WR Duchess Y601: Premier donor at NextGen was the Choice of the Herd from Wagonhammer in the 2021 National Sale. Lot 7A – Selling Choice of LT Global sired ET heifer calves due to be born in March, 2025. Lot 7B – Selling Pregnant Recip carrying a Historic x Y601 ET, your choice of a bull or heifer calf, due September 2025. Presented by NextGen Ca le Company.
An RSVP will be appreciated for dinner arrangments! is sale will be video only at the Casino hosted by DVAuction. e live lot ca le will be on display at the Wild Indian Acres ranch, De Soto, Missouri prior to and on sale day.
Lot
Countdown 9712
of a LT Affinity 6221 daughter. This bred heifer is due before sale date to Mead-WIA Triple Threat V1141 who ranks in the top 1% of the breed for MARB & TSI.
Lot
Ms Windy 2190 – Sired by LT Countdown 9712 out of a WCR Icon 756 daughter. This bred heifer is due before sale date to Mead-WIA Triple Threat V1141.
Lots 14, 15 & 19 – FTJ LTRB905 LTBV Shandy 1527 – Selling a heifer calf pregnant recipient due to calve 12-13-24 sired by SVY Historic 241K out of Shandy 1527. Shandy is the dam of the breed popular FTJ Monticello 1806. Shandy has 13 EPD traits in the top third of the breed with an exceptional MARB EPD in the top 2%! She has four daughters that sell & 3 embryos sired by LT Atlas 0251 and 3 embryos sired by LT Countdown 9712.
17 & 18
of Shandy!
& M002,
Lot 58 – WIA Ms Julie 318 P – A January 2023 daughter of FTJ Monticello 1806 out of M6 Ms Sun Jewel 5117. She sells bred to LT Atlas 0251 on 6-1-24. Her EPDs rank her in the top 2% of the breed for WW and MTL, the top 3% for YW and MARB, the top 1% for CW and the top 4% for TSI.
– WIA Ms Shandy M014 P, BD: 2-2-24 – Benaiah x Shandy. She is a full sister to CCR-WIA Ms Shandy 2109 the $16,500 yearling heifer that sold in last year’s Wild Indian Acres sale to Kyle Reaves in Tennessee and Whiting Charolais in West Virginia. She is also a full sib to CCR Revival 2107 that sold for $19,000 in the Cannon Bull Sale to Kathrein Charolais in Minnesota & Leachman Cattle in Colorado.
outstanding
Lot 27 – GC Ms Jewel 301 P – A powerful bred heifer from the Greer family sired by the $245,000 SCX Jehu 233E and out of M6 Ms Sun Jewel 5117. A full sister sold in last year’s WIA sale for $15,500 to New Life Charolais. She sells bred to LT Atlas 0251 for a spring 2025 calf. Presented by Greer Charolais.
Lots 28, 29 & 30 – M6 Ms Sun Jewel 5117 P ET –Selling choice of 3 May 2024 ET sisters; GC Ms Sapphire 401 P ET, GC Ms Amethyst 402 P ET & GC Ms Garnet 403 P ET sired by LT Atlas 0251 and out of M6 Ms Sun Jewel 5117 P ET. 5117 topped the 2021 Wild Indian Acres Female Sale when a one-half interest sold for $23,000 to Ankony who then purchased the other onehalf interest. Today she is owned by L. G. Herndon Jr. Farms. Daughters have sold for $18,000 and $15,500. A WR Foreman D602 son topped the 2024 Cannon Charolais Bull Sale at $38,000 and 3 full sib embryos to him also sell. Presented by Greer Charolais.
Lot 52 – WIA Ms Tradition 1142 – Fall 2021
Lot
– WIA Ms Shandy M001
Two
January ETs sired by the popular Denver Champion SVY Mayfield 30H out
Lot 22 – Heiress of Trojan 720 – Selling a guaranteed successful Flush! – It would be hard to argue there is not a more dominant EPD producer donor in the breed today! No matter which terminal trait a person dives into there are 720 progenies towards the top, if not the very top! 4 of the top 10 TSI females are 720 daughters, ranking 1, 2, 4 & 7th. Three of the top 20 TSI bulls are sons. The top four CW bulls are sons, all four of the top CW females are daughters. The #1 MARBLING female is a daughter, it just goes on and on. During the 2024 Cannon Bull Sale 9 sons averaged $13,916 by the nose! And it’s not all numbers, Heiress 720 is one beautiful beast with great feet, gentle and fertile. Flush will be IVF in February after she calves. The buyer is guaranteed at least 6 embryos and due to the value of her offspring the seller will split embryos starting with the 11th embryo. Presented by Wild Indian Acres & Cannon Charolais.
Lot 33 – OCR Miss Magnum A166 – Selling a One-Half Embryo Interest or double the bid and take 100%. One of the most exciting Red Factor donors to sell this year. She is the dam of OCR Ms. Xplorer E164 Pld owned by Gateway Genetics that is the dam of Gateway Big Game Hunter. Another daughter is the dam of Gen Two’s herd sire OCR Xcaliber K347. Another daughter Doonan sold for $37,000. Also selling 9 embryos out of her sired by SKS Super Puncher 423K, DTR Mr Brightside 1107G2 and Tri-N Captain Morgan. Presented by Wild Indian Acres and Generation Two Charolais.
Herndon in Georgia.
CCR Legion 2501 P ET CD Recoil x 720 sold for $22,000 in the Cannon Bull Sale to Hagan Farms in Iowa.
Lots 23 & 25 – Also selling out of Heiress of Trojan 720 will be 3 frozen embryos sired by WCR Bold Move 168 P & 3 embryos sired by SVY Mayfield 30H.
Greg Hubert
CCR Meridian 2644 P ET VPI Free Lunch x 720 sold for $19,000 in the Cannon Bull Sale to L.G.
Lot 35 – WIA Ms Red Robin M019 P, BD: 2-1-24, Sired by HTA Night Vision 1102J
Lot 32 – Choice of the Double C Charolais spring 2024 heifer calf crop!
Lot 34 - Choice of the Bina Charolais Red Factor Herd!
Lot 31 - Choice of the entire Mead Charolais Cow Herd!
DESCO-PAR Ms Tradition 335 P ET EF1347199
Sire: JMAR Je erson
DESCO-PAR Madison 337 P ET EM991463
Sire: JMAR Je erson
DESCO-PAR White Anthem P ET 350 EM998317
Sire: Leachman Anthem DESCO Vanity 343 PP ET EF1354682
Sire: JMAR Je erson
Sire: JMAR Je erson DESCO Job 336 PP ET EM991462
Desco-PAR Mary 338 P ET
Sire: RENN Cowboy Romeo Dam: Fink Perform 1669 9002 MAR
Mountain x Free Lunch x 914
Brett Spader Executive Vice President
“ “ HARD WORK MEETS BIG DREAMS empowering the next generation
WE KNOW THAT TO GROW AS A BREED, WE MUST GROW OUR MEMBERSHIP THROUGH NEW BREEDER DEVELOPMENT AND YOUNG PEOPLE AS SEEN AT THIS EVENT.
In wrapping up another successful Charolais Junior Nationals, one can’t help but be impressed with the hard work and dedication to the breed illustrated by the families and juniors at this event. Held this year in Belton, Texas, the event featured record involvement of Charolais Juniors from 29 states and Canada. In total, 453 entries were exhibited at this time-honored show, now in its 49th year. We know that we use the cattle to develop the young people in such events, and this was on full display as these exhibitors put forth full effort into the culmination of their hard work. From the breeding decisions, to the care and management of the cattle; these young minds are not only learning the intricacies of pedigree and genetics but are also embodying the values of leadership and responsibility rarely seen today. In addition to the show we saw strong engagement in the many industry contests. Public speaking, team sales, interview contests, a genomic session, and the AIJCA Leadership Conference all provided further opportunities for industry involvement, education, and professional development as they chart the course for their future in the beef industry. You can view the website or our social channels for photo event coverage to see the fun that these junior members had as they created relationships and memories that they will hold onto for many years.
We know that to grow as a breed, we must grow our membership through new breeder development and young people as seen at this event. As this demographic enters the industry, helping them reach milestones of success ensures our long-term advancement as an organization. They will purchase genetics from established breeders, source their foundation donors from their current projects, and continue to invest in our breed for decades to come. It brings a challenge to our membership-how will you mentor and provide opportunities for future Charolais breeders? No doubt they can benefit from your experience, knowledge and support. Likely, you were also once in their position and relied on the encouragement of a Charolais breeder to set the stage for the advancement of your interests in this great breed. Being willing to give our time, resources, and attention to these young people will become even more pivotal as we face the future of the beef industry and desire to see Charolais maintain and grow its role in beef industry.
One way is to support this generation of future AICA members is through our American Charolais Foundation (ACF) and American-International Junior Charolais Foundation (AIJCF). At the Junior National, the AIJCA Foundation presented a remarkable $56,000 worth of scholarships to support further education. In relation to the size of our organization, this is by far the largest scholarship program available to beef industry youth. Many of these scholarships are continuing in nature, providing financial reassurance over the duration of the awardees’ college careers. As we watched the young people receiving these opportunities and recognition, it was rewarding to see the tremendous caliber of young leadership that this program has built.
Even more opportunities are on the horizon, with current and future internship opportunities and industry-driven education through AIJCA. We are currently actively seeking support for these efforts, knowing that they will pay big dividends in the future viability of our association. This can be as simple as donating the proceeds of a portion of a lot in your production sale, making a donation in any amount to these programs, supporting next year’s event with a donation item, or factoring in an endowment as you coordinate your estate planning. Contact our staff at any time to discuss which options might work best for you. Our staff is also in the process of developing opportunities around breed research, as funded through ACF and the generosity of breeder donors. This marks an exciting time in our breed to capitalize on young talent, passion for the breed, all the while creating new tools and strategies which will provide a big impact on current and future AICA members.
When hard work meets big dreams, anything is possible. We know that our future lies at the intersection of tradition and innovation, and these junior programs are not merely cultivating cattle projects, but nurturing the future stewards of an iconic breed delivering a legacy of performance for years to come. Let’s ensure that the full force of our support is found for the next great generation of Charolais breeders. View more about how you can get involved at https://charolaisusa.com/americancharolais-foundation.php or https://charolaisusa.com/aijcf.php
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American-International CHAROLAIS Association
The AICA is the official registry for Charolais and Charbray cattle in the United States. Charolais cattle were first brought to the U.S. in 1936. In 1957, the American Charolais Breeders Association and the International Charolais Breeders Association merged forming the present AICA.
Membership in the AICA is obtainable when the applicant has ownership in at least one animal, and has paid the initial membership fee of $125. AICA annual dues are $100.
DNA Fees
As of January 1, 2023. Samples recieved at the lab after 12-15-22 will reflect the new price.
100K - $40
H/P - $20
BPA- $5 (As of June 1, 2023)
Expedited Registration Work - NEW FEES
If an animal needs to be registered with in a day or two a rush fee of $75 ($150 non members) will be added to work. Once the animal is registered you can pull it up online to view the registration number. The new certificate will be mailed out the following day. We also offer FedEx mailing for additional $75 ($150 non members).
Advertising Deadline
The deadlines to place advertising in theSeptember 2024 Charolais Journal is August 10. Contact your field representative about these and other advertising opportunities.
Animals Held in
the System
If an animal is registered online and held in the system, you can transfer that animal at any time. If an animal was registered online, but wasn’t held in the system, it will not be able to be transferred online. You will need to fill out the back of the certificate that was mailed to you and send it back to the office to be transferred.
PA Policy as of 9/1/24
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Donor dams and AI sires born after January 1, 2020 are required to be tested for Bovine Progressive Ataxia (BPA), prior to the registration of progeny and/or additional progeny. Animals that have a 100K DNA result on file, will only need to have the BPA test added to their profile. Animals without a 100K on file, will need to have the 100K and BPA ran.
Online Payment for AICA
Online bill pay is now available to all active members. Once you are logged into www.charolaisusa.com, you will go under “My Account” then “Account Payment.”
Online Payments for CPI
Online bill pay is now available to all CPI members. You will receive a monthly statement from our accounting department. Just a quick tap of “View & Pay Invoice” and you will be prompted to a second screen to enter your debit or credit card info.
Export Your Data for Sale Catalogs
Under the “tools” tab, you will find a new “Data Export” button. This data export gives you the flexibility to export data on animals in your herd and use those data files in your own management packages. You can download and save the files directly to your computer in a CSV (can be opened in Excel) format. There are many options within this feature including selecting the type of animal to export and specific data.
Year letter for 2024 is M
Record your 2024 born calves using AICA’s online system. Add the data as the calves are born; continue to update the records as you add weaning and yearling data. Register the calves at any time by adding their name.
Registration Fee Changes
Registration- all herdbooks
0-4 months $16
5-12 months $22
13-24 months $38
Over 24 Month $50
Whole Herd Rewards-
Before April 1- $16
Between April 2- April 30- $22
After May 1- $36
Reactivation of Disposed Animals- $36
American-International CHAROLAIS Association
11700 NW Plaza Circle
Kansas City, Mo 64153
Phone: (816) 464-5977
Fax: (816) 464-5759
E-Mail: Info@Charolaisusa.com
Website: www.charolaisusa.com
Association Staff
Executive Vice President
Brett Spader • Ext. 101 Bspader@Charolaisusa.com
Recording Secretary Maggie Smithee • Ext. 401 Msmithee@Charolaisusa.com
Vice President of Operations David Hobbs • Ext. 200 Dhobbs@Charolaisusa.com
Youth Activities & Foundation Kaitlyn Chism • Ext. 201 Kchism@Charolaisusa.com
Controller Chris Kendall • Ext. 300 Ckendall@charolaisusa.com
Asst. Recording Secretary Sarah Page • Ext. 402 Spage@charolaisusa.com
To Use The Extension Numbers Listed For The Above Staff, Phone (816) 464-5977.
AICA Office
President
Michael Sturgess 407 Breesport St. San Antonio, TX 78216 (210) 867-6863
Vice President
Frank Ellis, Jr. 250 Ellis Rd Letohatchee, AL 36047 (334) 315-8927
Secretary
Chad Zehnder 982 397th Ave NW Stanchfield, MN 55080 (612)554-2154
Treasurer
David Hubert
510 Maple Ave. Oakley, KS 67748 (785) 672-2540
Ex-Officio
Eddy Loggains 4431 Larkin Road Violet Hill, AR 72584 (870) 404-4332
CPI Board
President
Brett Spader
Board Of Directors
Eddy Loggains
Michael Sturgess
Frank Ellis
David Hubert
Chad Zehnder
AIJCF Board of Trustees
Chairman & Trustee
Larry Lehman
Trustees
Bill Nottke
Kim Coudron Schwecke
Brett Spader
Kaitlyn Chism
Fundraising
Chairman
Field Staff
Southeast Representative
Isaac Hughes 63 CR 63 Golden, MS 38847 662-660-3164
ihughes@charolaisusa.com
Southwest Representative Cody Beck 19800 John Wayne Perry, OK 73077 (765) 719-1622
Cbeck@Charolaisusa.com
North Central Representative
Hadley Schotte 2811 South Lancaster Drive, Apt. 9 Sioux Falls, SD 57106 (785) 562-6632
Hschotte@Charolaisusa.com
West Representative Clint Sexson 77714 S Edwards Road Stanfield, OR 97875 (541) 609-0167 clint.sexson@msn.com
Other Regions Call The AICA Office. (816) 464-5977
Commercial Advertising Jay Carlson Carlson Media Group, LLC Beef Breed Group (913) 268-5725 office jay@carlsonmediagroup.com
AICA Directors By Area
Area 1
Scott Eaton 113 Georgetown Dr Glendive, MT 59330 (406) 852-3205
term expires 2024
Area 2
Bob Wagner 18025 WCR 128 Nunn, CO 80648 (970) 420-2336 term expires 2026
Area 3
Donnie Leddy 15635 472nd Ave Stockholm, SD 57264 (605) 695-0113 term expires 2024
Area 4
David Hubert 510 Maple Ave. Oakley, KS 67748 (785) 672-2540 term expires 2026
Area 5
Mitch Thomas P.O. Box 717 Raymondville, TX 78580 (956) 535-0936 term expires 2024
Area 6
David Skeans 1216 Walter St Gainesville, TX 76240 (940) 736-7500 term expires 2026
Area 7
Chad Zehnder 982 397th Ave NW Stanchfield, MN 55080 (612) 554-2154 term expires 2024
Area 8
Larry Lehman
Board of Directors
Jim Husz 22790 Icon Road Maryville, MO 64468 (660) 582-9151 term expires 2026
AICA Committee Chairmen & Vice Chairman
Activities
CHAIRMAN
Jeff Bunker 13080 Janus Ave Sparta, WI 54656 (608) 633-53342
VICE CHAIRMAN
Dale Jedlicka 1599 County Rd 335 Koshkonong, MO 65692 (417) 764-3392
Advertising/Marketing
CHAIRMAN
Frank Ellis Jr. Area 12 Director
VICE CHAIRMAN
Bob Tibbs 3545 Old Level Rd. Havre de Grace, MD 21078 (410) 734-6873
Affiliate
CHAIRMAN
Marty Lewis 9411 W 56th St S Monroe, IA 50170 (515) 250-2362
VICE CHAIRMAN
Frank Ellis
Area 12 Director
Area 9
Tyler Davis PO Box 935 Ashdown, AR 71822 (903) 908-5913
term expires 2024
Area 10
Jeff Bunker 13080 Janus Ave Sparta, WI 54656 (608) 269-0008 term expires 2026
Area 11
Jeff Harrod 645 Evergreen Rd Frankfort, KY 40601 (502) 330-6745 term expires 2024
Area 12
Frank Ellis Jr. 250 Ellis Road Letohatchee, AL 36047 (334) 315-8927 term expires 2026
Area 13
Kyle Reaves 5840 West Allens Bridge Greeneville, TN 37743 (423) 723-9245
term expires 2024
Area 14
David Clark 10165 Log Cabin Road Denton, MD 21629 (410) 924-3521 term expires 2026
Area 15
Dan Eversole 3250 Litton-Reaves Hall Blacksburg, VA 24061 (540) 231-4738 term expires 2024
Breed Improvement
CHAIRMAN
Jim Johnson 812 Patteson School Rd. Appomattox, VA 24522 (434) 546-2341
VICE CHAIRMAN
Dan Eversole
Area 15 Director
Commercial
CHAIRMAN
Mitch Thomas
Area 5 Director
VICE CHAIRMAN
Chad Zehnder
Area 7 Director
Finance
CHAIRMAN
Larry Ludeke P.O Box 186 Liverpool, TX 77577 (832) 439-4666
VICE CHAIRMAN
David Hubert
Area 4 Director
Junior Council
CHAIRMAN
Larry Lehman
P.O. Box 700 Tioga, TX 76271 (972) 529-8723
VICE CHAIRMAN
David Clark
Area 14 Director
Long Range Planning
CHAIRMAN
Larry Ludeke
VICE CHAIRMAN
Mike Schumacher 14809 Pike 139
Bowling Green, MO 63334 (573) 324-2528
Rules & Ethics
CHAIRMAN
Cheryl Lux P.O. Box 348
Augusta, MT 59410 (406) 562-2021
VICE
Russell W. Ludeke – Harold Christopher Truax II Memorial Award
$4,000 VETERINARY OR MEDICAL STUDENT
PROFESSIONAL SCHOLARSHIP
e 2023 award recipient Rachael Jackson.
Presenting the 2022 award: Larry Ludeke, Bar J Charolais; Recipient Kallie Knott, LaOtto, Ind.; ACF Board of Director Dr. Clint Rusk.
Eligibility Requirements:
• Applicants for this must be enrolled in an accredited veterinary medicine or medical institution.
• Must be or have relation to an American-International Charolais Association member.
Questions, contact: Kaitlyn Chism, ACF Administrator, kchism@charolaisusa.com, 816-873-5265
Presenting the 2021 award: Miss Charolais USA Emily Meyer; Miss Charolais USA 2022 Baylee Butler; Recipient Rachel Kort, Nebraska; ACF Board of Directors J. Neil Orth and Kaitlyn Chism.
About the Russell W. Ludeke – Harold Christopher Truax II Memorial Award
September 1, 2024
Presenting the 2020 award: Larry Ludeke, Bar J Charolais; Recipient Rachael Bonacker, Missouri; Miss Charolais USA Baylee Mangrum.
With an initial gi from QuestMark Information Management, Inc., Charolais breeders Larry and Beth Ludeke of Bar J Charolais, Liverpool, Texas and the Evelyn Gay Duhon Family of JVS Cattle Co., Sulphur, Louisiana, seek to provide professional awards annually to those impacted by the Charolais breed.
Sullivan LeVan
WE’VE HAD SOME PRETTY BIG WINS THIS YEAR, BUT...
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IT’S ABOUT MORE THAN A SINGULAR MOMENT.
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Is your deworming program working?
By Grant Crawford, Ph.D., Associate Director, Cattle Technical Services
Merck Animal Health maintains the world’s largest database of fecal egg count reduction test (FECRT) results to monitor the field efficacy of dewormers. Today, the database has 14,506 samples from 600 farms. Twenty-three different products have been evaluated.
A FECRT is the standardized diagnostic tool to test manure for the presence of internal parasite eggs. It is important that 20 samples are taken both at treatment and 14 days post-treatment; the database only includes certified FECRTs of this number of samples from single farms. A successful deworming should result in a 90% or greater reduction in parasite eggs in feces.1
Based on data through 2023, the database demonstrates that pour-on (Graph 1) and injectable parasite products have fallen below the 90% threshold for successful deworming. The percent of anthelmintic failures — those with less than 90% reduction — was 76.5% for pour-ons and 74.8% for all injectable dewormers.
There are three classes of dewormers approved for use in U.S. cattle: benzimidazoles, endectocides or macrocylic lactones and imidazothiazoles. Certain classes of dewormers are not working as well as they have in the past. However, the SAFE-GUARD® (fenbendazole) formulations — all of which are in the benzimidazoles class — provide a median efficacy above 99.7% (Graph 2).
Decreases in efficacy likely are due in part to dewormer resistance, which is the genetic ability of a parasite to survive the effects of a dewormer of which previously were susceptible.
There is not always a visual sign of parasitism. Unless FECRT testing is conducted, it is unknown how effective the deworming was or the amount of time before reinfestation occurs after deworming.
Impact of parasitism
Internal parasites affect the nutritional status of the animal in three ways: They decrease feed intake, they decrease nutrient absorption and they increase nutrient requirements. These effects of internal parasite infections on the animal’s nutritional status are important because they impact and compromise every aspect of biology — including growth, milk production, immune function and reproduction.
Cattle producers put a lot of effort and resources into vaccinating their cattle and offering high-quality feed and mineral programs. These efforts and resources are not fully utilized and can be wasted if cattle are parasitized.
Set a deworming strategy
Take these steps to help maximize cattle performance:
1. If cattle are dewormed at turnout and not again until they come off the pasture in the fall, they have several months to pick up gut-damaging worms. Deworming cattle that are on pasture does not require gathering if using feed or mineral formulations and can be highly effective.
2. Deworm calves at cowside. When calves start ruminating, they are at a high risk of picking up internal worms. Deworming appropriately from the time of early exposure (from the age of two months) can result in improved weaning weights. For spring-calving herds, it typically is good to deworm calves six to eight weeks after turnout onto pasture.
3. Read label directions carefully and give the proper dosing amount. Under-dosing can contribute to reduced efficacy.
4. Work with your veterinarian to do FECRT testing annually.
Get a FECRT kit
You can request a free FECRT kit from your Merck Animal Health representative. Consult your veterinarian for assistance in the diagnosis, treatment and control of parasitism.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION FOR SAFE-GUARD: Not for use in humans. Keep out of reach of children. No withdrawal period is required when used according to labeling. Do not use in beef calves less than 2 months of age, dairy calves, and veal calves. A withdrawal period has not been established for this product in pre-ruminating calves. Do not use in replacement beef heifers after weaning or in dairy cows or replacement dairy heifers. Use in these cattle may cause drug residues in milk and/or calves born to these cows. Implant pellets subcutaneously in ear only. Any other location is a violation of Federal law. Do not attempt salvage of implanted site for human or animal food. Not approved for repeated implantation (reimplantation) with this or any other cattle ear implant within a single production phase as safety and effectiveness have not been evaluated. For complete safety information, refer to the product label.
1.Dobson R., Jackson F., Levecke B., Besier B., et al. Guidelines for fecal egg count reduction tests (FECRT). World Association for the Advancement of Veterinary Parasitology (WAAVP). 2011 Proceedings: 23rd International Conference of the World Association for the Advancement of Veterinary Parasitology.
Graph 1. Egg count reduction (%) of pour-on formulations
Graph 2. Egg count reduction (%) of dewormer types
Nematodirus (shown here), also known as the thread-necked intestinal worm, is an unsightly parasite that causes infections marked by diarrhea and loss of appetite − both of which open the door for other internal parasites to cause even more damage.
Add Safe-Guard® (fenbendazole) when you deworm to take out the profit-eating parasites that your ivermectin alone just can’t.1 If you’ve only been using ivermectin (or any other kind of -ectin), it’s time to add a dewormer from a different class to your protocol. Because you’re leaving resistant parasites in your cattle – and potential profit on the table. By adding Safe-Guard, you can kill more of those microscopic monsters than you can with ivermectin alone.2 This different-class dewormer is one more way Merck Animal Health Works for you.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION | RESIDUE WARNINGS: Safe-Guard Paste and Suspension: cattle must not be slaughtered within 8 days following last treatment; Mineral and medicated feed products: 13 days; EN-PRO-AL Molasses Block: 11 days; Protein Block: 16 days; For dairy cattle, the milk discard time is zero hours. A withdrawal period has not been established for this product in pre-ruminating calves. Do not use in calves to be processed for veal. For complete information, refer to the product label.
1Reinhardt CD, et al. A fenbendazole oral drench in addition to an ivermectin pour-on reduces parasite burden and improves feedlot and carcass performance of finishing heifers compared with endectocides alone. J Anim Sci. 2006;84(8):2243-50. 2Merck Animal Health National FECRT Database.
GRAND CHAMPION FEMALE
$500 Carol Doughty Memorial Scholarship Sponsored by Big Creek Charolais Carol Doughty Memorial Award Sponsor: ECP Cattle Division III Champion and 1st Class 8
Sponsors: LaFraise Farms and Iowa Junior Charolais Assn BOY HL Lola 314L, 4-28-23, by BOY Outlier 812 ET Pld. Carter Hoge, Good Hope, Ill.
RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION FEMALE
Sponsor: BOVILIS - Merck Animal Health Division I Champion and 1st Class 4
Sponsors: J Bar T Cattle and 4N Cattle Co. Schafers Candice 323L, 10-23-23, by BOY Outlier 812 ET Pld.
Lizzie Schafer, Owaneco, Ill.
CHAMPION FEMALE
Sponsor: Big House Show Cattle
Division III Reserve Champion and 1st Class 9
Sponsors: Lindskov’s LT Ranch & Bill King Ranch
CC WGB CLT Beth 329 P ET
Drew Creasey, Macomb, Ill.
FOURTH OVERALL CHAMPION FEMALE
Sponsor: RAMRO LLC - RJ Cattle Co
Division V Champion and 1st Class 13
Sponsors: Randall Ranch and Link Charolais
BRCHE MCC Hot Honey 2508 PLD ET
Briggston Bertsche, Onida, S.D.
FIFTH OVERALL CHAMPION FEMALE
Sponsor: Hayden Farms
Division II Champion and 1st Class 7
Sponsor: Schrader Ranch & Aces Wild Ranch
LEE Charlie’s Angel LE23 Kix Lee, Gillham, Ark.
Division I Reserve Champion and 2nd Class 4
Sponsor: Dutton and Deuce Amos
3ACES Isla 9203
Alyssa Meier, Clinton, Tenn.
Division IV Reserve Champion and 1st Class 11
Sponsors: Lazy H Ranch Colorado & Capital Farm Credit
JAB Revenge 302 Polled Shade Bunker, Sparta, Wis.
State/Affiliate Group of Three Champion – Illinois
Division II Reserve Champion and 2nd Class 7
Sponsor: Leifeste Cattle Services
RF TR Duchess 3273 ET
Trigg Ridder, Hermann, Mo.
Division V Reserve Champion and 2nd Class 13
Sponsor: Rafter 7 Ranch
JAB Loretta Lynn 253
Breeze Bunker, Sparta, Wis.
1st Class 1
Sponsor: O’Campo Cattle
ZH Pompeii’s Mini
Brigg Jones, Pecan Gap, Texas
Division IV Champion and 1st Class 10
Sponsors: Bina Charolais & Tyler Davis Farms
WD 7143 Lucy 1L P ET
Reagan Dunn, Cochranton, Pa.
Division VI Champion and 1st Class 14
Sponsors: VitaFerm & Hudspeth Farms
SFC Lola 620, SFC Ms Gabbie TW 3160, SFC Ms Kate TW 3161
Makayla Houck, Prescott, Iowa
1st Class 2
Sponsor: O’Campo Cattle
RKNW Stacie Barbie 3049TW
Claire Williams, Keithville, La.
1st Class 3
Sponsor: RSD Charolais
GC Ms Goldie’s Peach 322 Carter Greer, Shelbyville, Texas
1st Class 5
Sponsor: Missouri Junior Charolais Assn.
2H Ms Carbine 2309 PET Dallee Hecht, Grove City, Minn.
1st Class 6
Sponsor: Oscar and Connie Liebelt
GHC Samie 3401
Lana Johnson, Fort Collins, Colo.
1st Class 12
Sponsor: Fink Beef Genetics
Bar L Cadillac
Jaycee Littleton, Simms, Texas
MUEL Miss Kourtney 307 Pld, 3-7-24, by BOY Outlier 812 ET Pld. Blake Mueller, Lincoln, Neb.
Division I, Class 2
Calved 12-18-23 to 12-20-23, 3 Shown.
1. RKNW Stacie Barbie 3049TW, 12-30-23, by CCC WC Redemption 7143 PLD ET. Claire Williams, Keithville, La. 2. BRP Ms London L34, 12-18-23, by TCCS
Saint Christopher. Bella Parker, Godley, Texas. 3. HAR Fancy Brightside 205, 12-20-23, by DTR Mr Brightside 1107G2. Wyatt Arldt, Giddings, Texas.
Division I, Class 3
Calved 11-4-23 to 11-29-23, 5 Shown.
1. GC Ms Goldie’s Peach 322, 11-11-23, by LT Atlas 0251 Pld. Carter Greer, Shelbyville, Texas. 2. EM Josephine 302, 11-4-23, by TR Mr Foreigner 9987G ET. Elizabeth McDowell, Frostproof, Fla.
3. BRP Ms Lana L31, 11-29-23, by TCCS Saint Christopher. Bella Parker, Godley, Texas. 4. PHSC Charlene 2L, 11-25-23, by CCC WC Resource 417 P. Parker Haddon, Reelsville, Ind. 5. DDC Iris L60 P, 11-12-23, by WCR Primed 1132 P. Marie Downey, Prattville, Ala.
Division I, Class 4
Calved 10-2-23 to 10-23-23, 6 Shown.
1. Schafers Candice 323L, 10-23-23, by BOY Outlier 812 ET Pld. Lizzie Schafer, Owaneco, Ill. 2. 3ACES Isla 9203, 10-1023, by SHF Absolute 1508. Alyssa Meier, Clinton, Tenn. 3. ECF Sweetheart 201 P ET, 10-2-23, by BOY Outlier 812 ET Pld. Emily Fulp, Crawford, Texas. 4. J-S Lady Empress 385 Pld, 10-21-23, by WC WIA Xerox 1141 P ET. Madison Rump, Burton, Kan. 5. 4N Ms Allie 318 ET Pld, 10-6-23, by JAB Around Here Buzz 657 Pld. Macy Naylor, Telephone, Texas.
Division I, Class 5
Calved 9-2-23 to 9-16-23, 4 Shown. 1. 2H Ms Carbine 2309 PET, 9-2-23, by PCC Force of Nature 122J ET. Dallee Hecht, Grove City, Minn. 2. GHC Fiona 3502, 9-2-23, by BOY Outlier 812 ET Pld. Lana Johnson, Fort Collins, Colo. 3. JF Miss Cindy 16L, 9-16-23, by BHSC CDC Chief Wahoo 220J. Jase Fortner, Hillister, Texas. 4. CJ Lila 310, 9-16-23, by D R Monsoon 45. Colton Jasper, San Andreas, Calif.
8-20-23, by WC Vindicated 1157 P ET. Logan McGunegill, Jasper, Minn. 4. MX4 Lorries’s White Hot Crystal, 8-28-23, by BRCHE White Bear 8505 Pld ET. McKayla Mears, Sweeny, Texas
Division II, Class 7
Calved 5-1-2023 to 6-10-23, 9 Shown. 1. LEE Charlie’s Angel LE23, 6-1-23, by BAR LS Mr Out On The Town. Kix Lee, Gillham, Ark. 2. RF TR Duchess 3273 ET, 6-10-23, by M&M Outsider 4003 Pld. Trigg Ridder, Hermann, Mo. 3. FFF Fancy 3187, 6-4-23, by CCC WC Resource 417 P. Kamden Filippo, Rush Springs, Okla. 4. CC Brookie 330 PET, 5-18-23, by DTR Mr Brightside 1107G2. Riley Creasey, Macomb, Ill. 5. Rockin W Bayou Barbie 3022, 5-1-23, by DTR Mr Brightside 1107G2. Lily Williams, Keithville, La.
Division III, Class 8
Calved 4-3-23 to 4-28-23, 6 Shown.
1. BOY HL Lola 314L, 4-28-23, by BOY Outlier 812 ET Pld. Carter Hoge, Good Hope, Ill. 2. KG Miss Sparkler 103, 4-323, by M&M Outsider 4003 Pld. Kalen Groves, Beggs, Okla. 3. Lazy H Baby Ruth 3018, 4-22-23, by LHR Dry Town 0505. Maguire Rohr, Elbert, Colo. 4. GHC Anna 3001, 4-3-23, by BOY Outlier 812 ET Pld. Faith Johnson, Fort Collins, Colo. 5. 3K Lady Ease 323, 4-4-23, by CCC WC Redemption 7143 Pld ET. Kylin Oakes, Taloga, Okla.
Division III, Class 9
Calved 3-2-23 to 3-31-23, 8 Shown.
1.CC WGB CLT Beth 329 P ET, 3-25-24, by CCC WC Resource 417 P. Drew Creasey, Macomb, Ill. 2. Schrader’s Ms Lois 390L, 3-2-23, by M&M Outsider 4003 Pld. Weston Schrader, Wells, Kan. 3. FFC Ms Force of Milan 117L, 3-31-23, by PCC Force of Nature 122J ET. Lyndsey Franklin, Ladonia, Texas. 4. CAH Rita, 3-7-23, by CCC WC Redemption 7143 Pld ET. Avery Hunt, Longview, Texas.
5. WC Pearl 3347 P, 3-2-23, by WC Premonition 1138 P ET. Gates Peuster, Richmond, Mo.
Division IV, Class 10
Calved 2-1-23 to 2-28-23, 8 Shown.
1. WD 7143 Lucy 1L P ET, 2-27-23, by CCC WC Redemption 7143 Pld ET. Reagan Dunn, Cochranton, Pa. 2. Good
Redemption 7143 Pld ET. 5. Reed Ms Betty 13L, 2-1-23, by CCC WC Resource 417 P. Kensington Reed, Louisburg, Kan.
Division IV, Class 11 Calved 1-2-23 to 1-13-23, 3 Shown.
1. JAB Revenge 302 Polled, 1-12-23, by JAB Around Here Buzz 657 Pld. Shade Bunker, Sparta, Wis. 2. FFF Stealth 3013, 1-13-23, by M&M Outsider 4003 Pld. Kamden Filippo, Rush Springs, Okla. 3. D R Forever Lucy, 1-2-23, by D R Locomotive 2199. Katie Dismukes, Checotah, Okla.
Division V, Class 12
Calved 11-27-22 to 12-29-22, 3 Shown.
1.Bar L Cadillac, 12-29-22, by D&D Bulletproof 1925 Pld. Jaycee Littleton, Simms, Texas. 2. Wal-Mar Ms Halow 257 P, 12-18-22, by HCR Milestone 8607 Pld ET. Isom Marston, Canton, Kan. 3. Miss Diamond C 213, 11-27-22, by Mr Rafter R 908. Casey Conway, Canton, Texas.
Division V, Class 13
Calved 9-10-22 to 10-16-22, 4 Shown.
1.BRCHE MCC Hot Honey 2508 Pld ET, 9-28-22, by CCC WC Redemption 7143 Pld ET. Briggston Bertsche, Onida, S. D. 2. JAB Loretta Lynn 253, 9-10-22, by M&M Outsider 4003 Pld. Breeze Bunker, Sparta, Wis. 3. D R White Satin 2082, 9-14-22, by D R Outlaw 704. Carly Dismukes, Checotah, Okla. 4. CCC Sweet Rush Too E1015K, 10-16-22, by LT Rushmore 8060 Pld. Austin Alexander, Bremen, Ala.
Division VI, Class 14
Calved 2-29-16, 1 Shown.
1.SFC Lola 620, 2-29-16, by WC Bluegrass 2196 P ET. Heifer Calves: SFC Ms Gabbie TW 3160; SFC Ms Kate TW 3161, 11-11-23, by WC Everest 4048 P Makayla Houck, Prescott, Iowa.
RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION BULL
Sponsor: LG Herndon Jr Farms
1st Class 20
Sponsor: Security State Bank and Trust
LEE JFR Al Copone, 2-3-23, by TR CAG Carbon Copy 7630E ET. Kix Lee, Gillham, Ark.
$500 Scholarship Sponsored by Coudron Charolais, Zach & Kim Schwecke
Award Sponsor: We Protect Farms
1st Class 19
Sponsor: RAMRO LLC - RJ Cattle Co
3ACES Kingsman 3523, 3-16-23, by WDZ Kingsman 737 P.
Alyssa Meier, Clinton, Tenn.
1st Class 15
Sponsor: Sherman Heights Farms
MSL Mr. Quavo 675M
Shawn Leifeste, Cameron, Texas
1st Class 17
Sponsor: Missouri Junior Charolais Assn. KG Outcast 702L
Kalen Groves, Beggs, Okla.
1st Class 16
Sponsor: Hargrave Cattle Company and Fountain Charolais
SFC Kilimanjaro 3140
Makayla Houck, Prescott, Iowa
1st Class 18
Sponsors: Hargrave Cattle Company & Fountain Charolais
FFF The Source 3188
Kamden Filippo, Rush Springs, Okla..
Class 16
Calved 11-2-23 to 11-30-23, 5 Shown.
1.SFC Kilimanjaro 3140, 11-2-23, by WC Everest 4048 P. Makayla Houck, Prescott, Iowa. 2. R&R RKNW Xerox 3088, 11-17-23, TR CAG Carbon Copy 7630E ET. Lily Williams, Keithville, La. 3. WJM Lil Varmint Hunter 320. 11-30-23, by CCC WC Redemption 7143 Pld ET. Jaycee Hueske, Dayton, Texas. 4. CAH Just Titos 20L, 11-22-23, Corbin Hunt, Longview, Texas. 5. DDC John L63 P, 11-12-23, by WCR Primed 1132 P. Owen Downey, Prattville, Ala.
Class 17
Calved 9-2-23 to 10-28-23, 5 Shown.
1.KG Outcast 702L, 10-6-23, by M&M Outsider 4003 Pld. Kalen Groves, Beggs, Okla. 2. RJN Lynard 320, 10-10-23, by BOY Outlier 812 ET Pld. Reed Naughton, Atlanta, Ill. 3. JAB Barracuda 351 Polled ET, 9-2-23, by JAB Around Here Buzz 657 Pld. Breeze Bunker, Sparta, Wis. 4. J-S Sir Jester 388 Pld TW, 10-22-23, by TR CC Deliverance 7974 Pld ET. Madison Rump, Burton, Kan.. 5. JKR Hells Bells 347P, 10-28-23, by WDZ Icon 1068 Pld. Gabriella Wantoch, Colfax, Wis.
Class 18
Calved 5-5-23 to 6-15-23, 2 Shown.
1.FFF The Source 3188, 6-15-23, by CCC WC Resource 417 P. Kamden Filippo, Rush Springs, Okla. 2. Wal-Mar Burst In Action 330P, 5-5-23, by WIA-Conley Insider D9 P. Isom Marston, Canton, Kan.
Class 19
Calved 3-16-23 to 4-14-23, 3 Shown. 1.3ACES Kingsman 3523, 3-16-23, by WDZ Kingsman 737 P. Alyssa Meier, Clinton, Tenn. 2. Schrader’s Captain 3184L, 3-17-23, by TCCS Saint Christopher. Weston Schrader, Wells, Kan.
3. RKN W Freak On A Leash 3009, 4-14-23, by 3ACES Crushing Hearts G879. Lily Williams, Keithville, La.
Class 20
Calved 1-5-23 to 2-18-23, 7 Shown.
1.LEE JFR Al Copone, 2-3-23, by TR CAG Carbon Copy 7630E ET. Kix Lee, Gillham, Ark. 2. CAH White Noise 02L, 1-23-23, by TR CAG Carbon Copy 7630E ET. Avery Hunt, Longview, Texas.
3. BAR S Powermax 3001, 2-12-23, by KEYS Powermax 57G. Jayce Dickerson, Paradise, Kan. 4. CB Reagan 3001, 1-7-23, by GHC Reagan
9012. Chloe Briggs, Chariton, Iowa. 5. M3 Sir Cardinal 004A, 2-18-23, by TR CAG Carbon Copy 7630E ET. Sarah McKown, Valley Center, Kan.
RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION STEER
Sponsor: Barnard Farms
1st
Ill.
STEER
Sponsor: BOVILIS - Merck Animal Health
1st Class 26 – 1,252 lbs.
Sponsor: Triple S Farms
Jacob Wendland, Barnes, Kan.
1st Class 22 – 612 lbs.
Sponsor: 5MC Show Cattle
Kaycee Jo Clark, Saint Jo, Texas
1st Class 23 – 763 lbs.
Sponsor: KB Charolais
Riley Revels, Webster, Fla.
1st Class 24 – 915 lbs.
Sponsor: Triple S Farms
Kinlee Hughes, Montague, Texas
1st Class 25 – 1,013 lbs.
Sponsor: BioZyme
Braylen Stevenson, Nursery, Texas
2. Kennedy Day, Justin, Texas (654)
3. Lacey Montgomery, Valdosta, Ga. (603)
Class 23
1 shown, weighing 763 lbs.
1. Riley Revels, Webster, Fla. (763)
Class 24
3 shown, weighing 870 to 915 lbs.
1. Kinlee Hughes, Montague, Texas (915)
2. Maria Perez, Wills Point, Texas (870)
3. Connor Briggs, Chariton, Iowa (884)
Class 25
3 shown, weighing 1012 to 1110 lbs.
1. Braylen Stevenson, Nursery, Texas (1013)
2. Keaton Kirmer, RIley, Kan. (1012)
3. Caleb Schnuelle, De Witt, Neb. (1110)
Class 26
3 shown, weighing 1209 to 1252 lbs.
1. Jacob Wendland, Barnes, Kan. (1252)
2. Kole Harris, Hepler, Kan. (1229)
3. Parker Haddon, Reelsville, Ind. (1209)
Class 27
2 shown, weighing 1342 to 1408 lbs.
1. Macy Hoag, Illinois City, Ill. (1408)
2. Genayla Warnken, Manhattan, Kan. (1342)
RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION FEMALE
Sponsor: Sure Champ
Division III Reserve Champion and 2nd Class 35
Sponsor: Harris Livestock Farms
TS Miss 4L
3-25-23, out of LaFraise Grace 397
Charlee Jones, Gridley, Ill.
Division I Champion and 1st Class 31
Sponsors: Texas Junior Charolais Association and Long Hall Cattle
TCC RF Adele 3872 ET
Alyssa Meier, Clinton, Tenn.
Lehman Charolais
Award Sponsor: BOVILIS - Merck Animal Health
Division III Champion and 1st Class 35
Sponsors: O’Campo Cattle Company and Hunt Family
RJ Kyra 327L
3-27-23, by M&M Outsider 4003 Pld
Sydney Sanders, Leesburg, Ohio
Division I Reserve Champion and 1st Class 30
Sponsors: SW&S Cattle Company and Big House Show
Cattle
KG MIss Faith 703L
Reid Grove, Beggs, Okla.
Division II Champion and 1st Class 33
Sponsors: Skeans Cattle: In Memory of James Michael
Skeans and John Polhemus Family
LJR Ms Lucky 3786L
Kaydon WIllett, Falls City, Texas
Division II Reserve Champion and 1st Class 32
Sponsors: Benes Cattle Co. and Pfeifer Farms
EC Liberty Bell
Elizabeth Caffey, Riesel, Texas
1st Class 28
Sponsor: 5MC Show Cattle
RWDE Beth
Wyatt Arldt, Giddings, Texas
Division IV Champion and 1st Class 36
Sponsors: Mid Plains Mobile Vet and CattleTags.com
RJ Topanga 367L
Lizzie Schafer, Owaneco, Ill.
1st Class 29
Sponsor: Missouri Junior Charolais Assn.
PS Sunni 13
Bella Parker, Godley, Texas
1st Class 39
Sponsor: Wright Charolais
D R Brittney 1562
Shayla Dismukes, Checotah, Okla.
Division IV Reserve Champion and 1st Class 38
Sponsors: TransOva and Greer Charolais
BOY Holly 207K
Joel Cash Martinez, Edinburg, Texas
1st Class 34
Sponsor: Outfront Cattle Service
HF Lola 79L
Madison Borg, Concord, Neb.
State/Affiliate Group of Three Champion – Oklahoma
Grand Champion Bred & Owned Percentage Heifer
Sponsor: Cactus Land and Cattle
MT Live a Little L223
Makennah Tucker, Briggsdale, Colo.
1st Class 37
Sponsor: Greer Charolais
Pearl Jaxson Staggs, Wayne, Okla.
State/Affiliate Group of Three Reserve Champion – Texas
Reserve Grand Champion Bred & Owned Percentage Heifer
Sponsor: CMWW Partners
Schrader’s Ms Vivian 399L
Weston Schrader, Wells, Kan.
Parker, Godley, Texas. 2. MUEL Miss Jenny 116L Pld, 11-26-23, by M&M Outsider 4003 Pld. Micah Mueller, Lincoln, Neb.
122J ET. Bryllee Means, Villisca, Iowa.
Division III, Class 35
Calved 3-2-23 to 3-27-23, 8 Shown.
Division I, Class 30
Calved 10-4-23 to 10-27-23, 3 Shown.
1.KG Miss Faith 703L, 10-5-23, out of JC Miss Firecracker 102. Reid Groves, Beggs, Okla. 2. PL Ms Sterling 320 P, out of CCC Ms Sweetheart 1625 P. Adler Patrick, Chilhowee, Mo. 3. JES Blue Chic 100L, 1027-23, by CCC WC Resource 417 P. Jaxson Staggs, Wayne, Okla.
Division I, Class 31
Calved 9-2-23 to 9-25-23, 2023, 7 Shown.
1.TCC RF Adele 3872 ET, 9-25-23, by PCC Force of Nature 122J ET. Alyssa Meier, Clinton, Tenn. 2. D R Whitney 1563, 9-3-23, by D R Stealth 574. Shayla Dismukes, Checotah, Okla. 3. JFS Samantha 912L, 9-12-23, out of RF Ms Nancy 27711 P ET. Shawn Leifeste, Cameron, Texas. 4. PF Ms Stellas Smoke 3901, 9-5-23, out of PF Ms Stella 772. Chloe Briggs, Chariton, Iowa. 5. D R Kiley, 9-9-23, out of D R Forever Lucy 634. Katie Dismukes, Checotah, Okla.
Division II, Class 32
Calved 7-5-23 to 8-27-23, 4 Shown. 1.EC Liberty Bell, 7-5-23, out of White Rose Ivory Bear 105J. Elizabeth Caffey, Riesel, Texas. 2. MSL Miss Calliope 723M, 7-18-23, by JAB Monster 006 Polled. Mason Leifeste, Cameron, Texas. 3. MS PC Liberty 2311, 8-27-23, out of MS PC America. Kinsley Sheka, Belton, Texas. 4. CJ Reba 301, 8-323, by RATK Kingsman 100. Colton Jasper, San Andreas, Calif.
Division II, Class 33
Calved 5-10-23 to 6-2-23, 6 Shown.
1.LJR Ms Lucky 3786L, 5-29-23, out of LJR Ms Gamechanger 582B. Kaydon Willett, Falls City, Texas. 2. SCF EDC Miss Fantastic, 5-10-23, out of DICC Angelina 1Z. Jackson Stone, Clinton, Mo. 3. PF Smokin’ Stella 3505, 5-15-23, out of PF Ms Stella 772. Nathan Alexander, Bremen, Ala. 4. RCF June Legend 192L, 6-2-23, out of D&D Ms Legend 1924 Pld ET. Hadley Neagle, Fountain City, Ind. 5. KH Peaches Dorothy, 5-13-23, out of Big Creek Peaches 741 P. Kole Harris, Hepler, Kan.
Division III, Class 34
Calved 4-4-23 to 4-30-23, 7 Shown.
1.HF Lola 79L, 4-4-23, out of Miss Buckingham. Madison Borg, Concord, Neb.
1.RJ Kyra 327L, 3-27-23, out of M&M Outsider 4003 Pld. Sydney Sanders, Leesburg, Ohio. 2. TS Miss 4L, 3-25-23, out of LaFraise Grace 397. Charlee Jones, Gridley, Ill. 3. BC Twizzler 45L, 3-25-23, by BC Twizzler 45G ET. Addyson Sweeney, Vinton, Iowa. 4. MT Live A Little L223, 3-2423, by DF Mr Outrageous 64G. Makennah Tucker, Briggsdale, Colo. 5. DC NBCC Layla 3168, 3-14-23, out of BS CC Ms Gwen 91G. Elizabeth McDowell, Frostproof, Fla.
Division IV, Class 36
Calved 2-6-23 to 2-23-23, 5 Shown.
1.RJ Topanga 367L, 2-9-23, by M&M Outsider 4003 Pld. Lizzie Schafer, Owaneco, Ill. 2. JMAE Ms. Claudia, 2-15-23, by M&M Outsider 4003 Pld. Barrett Duncan, Bonham, Texas. 3. KR Miss Yellowstone 527, 2-6-23, by MJ Mr Yellowstone 021. Kacy Randall, Tomball, Texas. 4. Schrader’s Ms Jasmine 315L, 2-23-23, by BOY Outlier 812 ET Pld. Heidi Mengarelli, Hepler, Kan. 5. MR Miss Jo, 2-15-23, by J&J ECP Outsider 2109. Kensington Reed, Louisburg, Kan.
Division IV, Class 37
Calved 1-6-23 to 1-26-23, 3 Shown.
1.Pearl, 1-12-23, by CCC WC Redemption 7143 Pld ET. Jaxson Staggs, Wayne, Okla. 2. AB Carbine Crystal 325, 1-26-23, by M&M Outsider 4003 Pld. Cason Carlson, Henry, Neb. 3. Reed Ms Shania, 1-6-23, by CCC WC Resource 417 P. Braelynn Reed, Louisburg, Kan.
Division IV, Class 38
Calved 10-11-22 to 11-2-22, 3 Shown.
1.BOY Holly 207K, 11-2-22, by M&M Outsider 4003 Pld. Joel Martinez, Edinburg, Texas. 2. 3K Vanilla Creme’ 202, 10-1122, by MJ Hoodoo 918. Bentley Baldwin, Taloga, Okla. 3. TBCR Daisy 017, 10-17-22, out of OCR Ms Mayhem E 124 Pld. Baileigh Ferguson, Madisonville, Texas.
Division IV, Class 39
Calved 9-2-22 to 9-20-22, 3 Shown.
1.D R Brittney 1562, 9-2-22, by D R Stealth 574. Shayla Dismukes, Checotah, Okla. 2. JFS BJ 920 ET, 9-20-22, out of BBR Dream 660D. Jase Fortner, Hillister, Texas.
3. DCC Silver Rose XX05, 9-5-22, by BRCHE White Bear 8505 Pld ET. Nataleigh Smith, Manvel, Texas.
Show University Team Fitting Contest Judges
Kirby Eaves, Stephenville, Texas Grady Chaplin, Weatherford, Okla.
Texas
Sullivan Supply/Stock
Weaver Livestock Senior & Junior Division Showmanship Contest Judge
Jennifer Ann Scasta, Bryan, Texas
Bred & Owned Female, Bull, Steer and Percentage Heifer Shows Judge
Chris Cassady, St. Charles, Ill.
Owned Female Show Judge Associate: Kyle Shoufler, Modoc, Ind. Tyler Cates, Modoc, Ind.
Weaver Livestock Intermediate & PeeWee Showmanship Contest Judge
Jennifer Parker, Chilton,
GRAND CHAMPION FEMALE
$1,000 Scholarship Sponsored by Riverdale Land & Livestock Award Sponsor: Cactus Land and Cattle
Division II Champion and 1st Class 8 Sponsors: Sid and Jessica Thayne Family and H3 Charolais RF Miss Maura 3322 ET, 9-18-23, by PCC Force of Nature 122J ET Claire Norris, Eudora, Kan.
RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION FEMALE
Sponsor: BOVILIS - Merck Animal Health
Division V Champion and 1st Class 19
Sponsors: Leifeste Cattle Services and Jamie Bodford AC
CHAMPION
Sponsor: Fox Hollow Farms and Mitchell Management
Division IV Champion and 1st Class 15
Sponsors: Big House Show Cattle and Chris Hess
BOY HL Lola 314L Carter Hoge, Good Hope, Ill.
FOURTH OVERALL CHAMPION
Sponsor: City View Farms - Barry and Amy Tlach
Division IV Reserve Champion and 2nd Class 15
Sponsor: Sure Champ
LJR Ms Legacy 356L ET Alyssa Meier, Clinton, Tenn.
FIFTH OVERALL CHAMPION
Sponsor: Hunt Family
Division V Reserve Champion and 1st Class 20
Sponsors: Creasey Charolais and Triple S Farms
LMAN Ms Marylin 318L ET Makenna Hoppa, Fremont, Mich.
Division I Champion and 1st Class 5
Sponsors: Tonne Cattle Co. and Lindskov’s LT Ranch
HLC Miss Lil 301
Kix Lee, Gillham, Ark.
Division III Champion and 1st Class 14
Sponsors: Kansas Charolais Assn. and Lyman Livestock
TCC Angelina 340L
Braden Taber, Harvey, Iowa
Division VI Reserve Champion and 1st Class 24
Sponsor: 4M Land and Cattle
WGB BF Ms Bea 314 P ET
Addison Fidler, Fairview, Ill.
Division VIII Champion and 1st Class 28
Sponsors: J&A Charolais and C&S Cattle
RF Miss Maura 2331 ET
Trace Ridder, Hermann, Mo.
Division I Reserve Champion and 2nd Class 5
Sponsor: Harris Livestock Farms
CCC Ms Charlotte 3553 P
Adler Patrick, Chilhowee, Mo.
Division III Reserve Champion and 2nd Class 14
Sponsor: Fancy Creek Charolais
NR Mamie 308
Harlie Groom, Cleburne, Texas
Division VII Champion and 1st Class 26
Sponsors: Lindskov’s LT Ranch and Samsel Cattle Co.
BOY HL Lilo 350L
Avery Sweeney, Vinton, Iowa
Division VIII Reserve Champion and 1st Class 29
Sponsors: Charolais Assn. of Texas and Eaton Charolais
WGB CC CLT Berkly 240 P ET
Brecke Barnard, Foosland, Ill.
Division II Reserve Champion and 1st Class 6
Sponsors: Neb. Jr Charolais Assn. and Sherman Heights Farm
Schafers Candice 323L
Lizzie Schafer, Owaneco, Ill.
Division VI Champion and 1st Class 25
Sponsors: N&N Services and Twisted V - BJ Vickers
WGB Ms Roxanne 313 P ET
Addison Fidler, Fairview, Ill.
Division VII Reserve Champion and 1st Class 27
Sponsors: White Wheel Charolais and Assiduous Marketing
BOY HL Lucy 306L
Dalton Geiger, Bad Axe, Mich.
Division IX Champion and 1st Class 32
Sponsors: Conway Charolais and Harker Heights Chamber
JDSC TR Miss Breeze B643 K46 ET
JGCC LJR Ms Windy 4014M
Jake Groseclose, Stephenville, Texas
Division IX Reserve Champion and 2nd Class 32
Sponsor: Doonan Cattle Company
WH Atlee 217 PLD and BD/HF Miss Layla 408
Jessi Hankins, Springfield, Mo
1st Class 3
Sponsor: J&A Charolais
WGB CC Jasmine 360 PET
Lyndsey Franklin, Ladonia, Texas
1st Class 10
Sponsor: Link Charolais
CARRS HYTCHE Ms Amelia 332 P
Aubrey Niess, Joplin, Mo
1st Class 16
Sponsor: Hermes Cattle Co
TC WEIS Ms Kathy 57L
Jaylee Littleton, Simms, Texas
1st Class 4
Sponsor: Triple S Farms
CAH Good Golly Miss Molly 19L
Hadley Howe, Lyons, Texas
1st Class 11
Sponsor: Carmon Bruner
RF Ms Duchess Naomi 3282 ET
Andrew Bohrer, Martinsburg, W.V.
1st Class 17
Sponsor: B7 Charolais
B C R Felicia 518L
Hayden Neagle, Fountain City, Ind.
1st Class 1
Sponsor: Boscamp’s Arrowhead Ranch
MUEL Miss Kourtney 307 Pld
Blake Mueller, Lincoln, Neb.
1st Class 7
Sponsor: Missouri Junior Charolais Assn.
ECF Sweetheart 201 P ET
Emily Fulp, Crawford, Texas
1st Class 12
Sponsor: Cory and Brittany Smith
FFF Fancy 3187
Kamden Filippo, Rush Springs, Okla.
1st Class 18
Sponsor: Sparkman Charolais
BU Ms Icebucket 81L ET
Lyndsey Franklin, Ladonia, Texas
1st Class 2
Sponsor: Hubert Charolais Ranch
SB Maggie Spirit ET
Sophie Bradshaw, Canyon, Texas
1st Class 9
Sponsor: 5MC Show Cattle
JFS Quinn 93L
Rodalyn Dunham, Huntsville, Texas
1st Class 13
Sponsor: Walker Farm
CALP Abby 363L ET
Baylor Deyoe, Ulysses, Kan.
1st Class 21
Sponsor: Big House Show Cattle
TR Ms Lucy 3700L ET
Kashlyn Krebs, Gordon, Neb.
1st Class 22
Sponsor: Johnson/Oakes Genetics
Schrader’s Ms Lois 390L ET
Weston Schrader, Wells, Kan.
1st Class 33
Sponsor: Riverdale Land and Livestock
RF Ms Duchess 1284 ET
GCS SKR Hudson Hornet 8401
Sidney Grice, League City, Texas
1st Class 23
Sponsor: Double R Dees
Hinshaw Easy Pro L31 ET Pld
Alyssa Meier, Clinton, Tenn.
1st Class 34
Sponsor: SC Online Sales
SFC Lola 620
SFC Ms Gabbie TW 3160
SFC Ms Kate TW 3161
Makayla Houck, Prescott, Iowa
1st Class 30
Sponsor: Franklin Family Cattle HNRX BRCHE Expresso 2133 ET
Kara Brooks, Brush Creek, Tenn.
Division I, Class 1
Calved 2-7-24 to 3-7-24, 2 Shown.
1. MUEL Miss Kourtney 307 Pld, 3-7-24, by BOY Outlier 812 ET Pld. Blake Mueller, Lincoln, Neb. 2. LH Rose 10, 2-7-24, by DCC Mack Daddy 2004 PET. Noah Anthony, West, Texas.
Division I, Class 2
Calved 1-2-24 to 1-26-24, 10 Shown.
1. SB Maggie Spirit ET, 1-2-24, by M&M Outsider 4003 Pld. Sophie Bradshaw, Canyon, Texas. 2. BHSC Safari 1M, 1-2-24, by Gateway Big Game Hunter. Jaycee Hueske, Dayton, Texas. 3. LL Ms Macarena 4001M, 1-3-24, by TCCS Saint Christopher. Savanah Jeter, Jacksboro, Texas. 4. BHSC Miss BGH 2M, 1-5-24, by Gateway Big Game Hunter. Emma Caffey, Riesel, Texas. 5. LH Daisy 09, 1-2-24, by DCC Mack Daddy 2004 PET. Noah Anthony, West, Texas.
Division I, Class 3
Calved 12-3-23 to 12-30-23, 10 Shown.
1. WGB CC Ms Jasmine 360 P ET, 12-1023, by BOY Outlier 812 ET Pld. Lyndsey Franklin, Ladonia, Texas. 2. HAR Fancy Brightside 205, 12-20-23, by DTR Mr Brightside 1107G2. Wyatt Arldt, Giddings, Texas. 3. BHSC Mamie Brightside 144L, 12-5-23, by DTR Mr Brightside 1107G2. Keston Gerik, Riesel, Texas. 4. BRP Ms London L34, 12-18-23, by TCCS Saint Christopher. Bella Parker, Godley, Texas. 5. CL7 Miss Emmy 2348P, 12-3-24, by CCC Relentless 1118 P. Cora Clift, Ellensburg, Wash.
Division I, Class 4
Calved 11-1-23 to 11-29-23, 7 Shown.
1.CAH Good Golly Miss Molly 19L, 1120-23, by CCC WC Redemption 7143 Pld ET. Hadley Howe, Lyons, Texas. 2. GC Ms Goldie’s Peach 322, 11-11-23, by LT Atlas 0251 Pld. Carter Greer, Shelbyville,
1st Class 31
Sponsor: Gallagher Animal Management
Druins Adelaide D908
Kylin Oakes, Taloga, Okla.
Texas. 3. TR Ms Lonny 3673L, 11-16-23, by KC Dakota Bob 9074 P. Peyton Dore, New Iberia, La. 4. RF Ms Duchess 3334 ET, 11-13-23, by CAG CC Sideline 7063E ET. Tannah Cassatt, Webb City, Mo. 5. PHSC Charlene 2L, 11-25-23, by CCC WC Resource 417 P. Parker Haddon, Reelsville, Ind.
Division I, Class 5
Calved 11-2-23 to 11-10-23, 6 Shown. 1. HLC Miss Lil 301, 11-10-23, by BOY Outlier 812 ET Pld. Kix Lee, Gillham, Ark. 2. CCC Ms Charlotte 3553 P, 11-9-23, by CCC Mescalito 9038 P. Adler Patrick, Chilhowee, Mo. 3. SKS Charlot 136L, 118-23, by TCCS Saint Christopher. Creed Vineyard, Bridgeport, Texas. 4. GILLIG Ms Nancy 355 P ET, 11-2-23, by CARRS Mr Cash ‘Em In 024 P. Kennedy Day, Justin, Texas. 5. EM Josephine 302, 11-4-23, by TR Mr Foreigner 9987G ET. Elizabeth McDowell, Frostproof, Fla.
Division II, Class 6
Calved, 10-14-23 to 10-24-23, 9 Shown.
1. Schafers Candice 323L, 10-23-23, by BOY Outlier 812 ET Pld. Lizzie Schafer, Owaneco, Ill. 2. SCC Donna 180L, 10-24-23, by CCC WC Resource 417 P. Atley Kleinman, Wentworth, Mo. 3. Big Creek Something Royal 326P, 10-16-23, by WR Relief J4606. Lucas Crutcher, Fair Grove, Mo. 4. BOY Miss Mercedes Monte 2325, 10-17-23, by BOY Outlier 812 ET Pld. Breann Wolff, Salado, Texas. 5. TR PGC Ms Lainey 3675 ET, 10-14-23, by PGC Mr Copeland 0716H ET. Amelie Bergeron, New Iberia, La.
Division II, Class 7
Calved 10-2-23 10-12-23, 9 Shown. 1.ECF Sweetheart 201 P ET, 10-2-23, by BOY Outlier 812 ET Pld. Emily Fulp, Crawford, Texas. 2. BC/HF Miss Kay 376, 10-11-23, by TR CAG Carbon Copy 7630E ET. Jessi Hankins, Springfield, Mo.
Jordan Mack Memorial AIJCA Herdsman of the Year Sponsored by: Jordan Mack Memorial Calf Show
From left: 2024 AIJCA Herdsman of the Year Recipient: Shade Bunker, Sparta, Wis.; 2023 AIJCA Herdsman of the Year: Makayla Houck, Prescott, Iowa
Pld. Macy Naylor, Telephone, Texas.
Division II, Class 8
Calved 9-15-23 to 9-30-23, 10 Shown.
1.RF Miss Maura 3322 ET, 9-18-23, by PCC Force of Nature 122J ET. Claire Norris, Eudora, Kan. 2. WGB Ms Dolly 353 P ET, 9-16-23, by PCC Force of Nature 122J ET. Isom Marston, Canton, Kan. 3. BOY Matilda 3168, 9-25-23, by CCC WC Redemption 7143 Pld ET. Parker Kellison, Floydada, Texas. 4. JF Miss Cindy 16L, 9-16-23, by BHSC CDC Chief Wahoo 220J. Jase Fortner, Hillister, Texas. 5. J&J Angelina 398, 9-17-23, by CC WC Redemption 7143 Pld ET. Blayklee Stelzer, Oologah, Okla.
Division II, Class 9
Calved 9-1-23 to 9-14-23, 11 Shown.
1.JFS Quinn 93L, 9-3-23, by JFS Double Nickles 55F ET. Rodalyn Dunham, Huntsville, Texas. 2. AWR Miss Maura Resource 368L ET, 9-12-23, CCC WC Resource 417 P. Jaycee Hueske. 3. GHC Fiona 3502, 9-2-23, by BOY Outlier 812 ET Pld. Lana Johnson, Fort Collins, Colo. 4. 2H Ms Carbine 2309 PET, 9-2-23, by PCC Force of Nature 122J ET. Dallee Hecht, Grove City, Minn. 5. AWR Liberty 351L ET, 9-12-23, by CC WC Resource 417 P. Whitley Rogers, Greenville, Texas.
Division III, Class 10
Calved 8-2-23 to 8-30-23, 9 Shown. 1.CARRS Hytche Ms Amella 332 P, 8-23-23, by LT Atlas 0251 Pld. Aubrey Niess, Joplin, Mo. 2. ESUL BCR Keira 390Pld, 8-12-23, by BCR Paramount 517. Devon Benes, Valparaiso, Neb. 3. SKS Madelyn 817L, 8-30-23, by M&M Outsider 4003 Pld. Mollie Steelman, Austin, Texas. 4. BHSC Tina BGH 151L, 8-2-23, by Gateway Big Game Hunter. Jonwyn Ayres, Kewanee, Ill. 5. LM Miss Vindicated 395, 8-20-23, by WC Vindicated 1157 P ET. Logan Mc Gunegill, Jasper, Minn.
Division III, Class 11
Calved 7-1-23 to 7-26-23, 10 Shown.
1.RF Ms Duchess Naomi 3282 ET, 7-4-23, by M&M Outsider 4003 Pld. Andrew Bohrer, Martinsburg, W. Va. 2. BHSC Clara Brightside 134L, 7-1-23, by DTR Mr Brightside 1107G2. Jase Fortner,
Tannah Cassatt, Webb City, Mo.
Division III, Class 12
Calved 6-1-23 6-17-23, 8 Shown.
1.FFF Fancy 3187, 6-4-23, by CCC WC Resource 417 P. Kamden Filippo, Rush Springs, Okla. 2. Lee Charlie’s Angel LE23, 6-1-23, by BAR LS Mr. Out On The Town. Kix Lee, Gillham, Ark. 3. RF Ms Duchess 3279 ET, 6-3-23, by M&M Outsider 4003 Pld. Shawn Leifeste, Cameron, Texas. 4. RF TR Duchess 3273 ET, 6-10-23, by M&M Outsider 4003 Pld. Trigg Ridder, Hermann, Mo. 5. AWR Ms Maura Nature 361L ET, 6-15-23, by PCC Force of Nature 122J ET. Noah Silves, Katy, Texas.
Division III, Class 13
Calved 5-7-23 to 5-30-23,. 9 Shown.
1.CALP Abby 363L ET, 5-12-23, BOY Outlier 812 ET Pld. Baylor Deyoe, Ulysses, Kan. 2. JPV Miss White Cloud 88 ET, 5-11-23, by M&M Outsider 4003 Pld. Braden Taber, Harvey, La. 3. Big Creek Kacey 310 P, 5-7-23, by TCCS Saint Christopher. Ryanne Crutcher, Fair Grove, Mo. 4. CC Brookie 330 P ET, 5-18-23, by DTR Mr Brightside 1107G2. Riley Creasey, Macomb, Ill. 5. JB Emerald, 5-9-23, by PS White Lighting. Emma Adams, Blossom, Texas.
Division III, Class 14
Calved 5-1-23 to 5-6-23, 11 Shown.
1.TCC Angelina 340L. 5-2-23, by OBG TC Roger 801. Braden Taber, Harvey, Iowa. 2. NR Mamie 308, 5-1-23, DTR Mr Brightside 1107G2. Harlie Groom, Cleburne, Texas. 3. CAG Lainey 3716L ET TW, 5-2-23, BOY Outlier 812 ET Pld. Lexi Huse, Elm Mott, Texas. 4. Hinshaw Smokette L27, 5-4-23, M&M Outsider 4003 Pld. Eli Pattridge, Batesville, Miss. 5. Rockin W Bayou Barbie 3022, 5-1-23, by DTR Mr Brightside 1107G2. Lily Williams, Keithville, La.
Division IV, Class 15
Calved 4-18-23 to 5-30-23, 7 Shown.
1.BOY HL Lola 314L, 4-28-23, by BOY Outlier 812 ET Pld. Carter Hoge, Good Hope, Ill. 2. LJR Ms Legacy 356L ET, 4-30-23, M&M Outsider 4003 Pld. Alyssa Meier, Clinton, Tenn. 3. TR Ms Lucinda 3920L ET, 4-18-23, by M&M
Division IV, Class 16
Calved 4-15-23 to 4-17-23, 9 Shown.
1.TC Weis Ms Kathy 57L, 4-15-23, by BOY Outlier 812 ET Pld. Jaylee Littleton, Simms, Texas. 2. HS Meredith’s Poppy, 4-17-23, by CCC WC Redemption 7143 Pld ET. Kirbe Koons, Lakin, Kan. 3. TR Ms Lennox 3914L ET, 4-17-23, M&M Outsider 4003 Pld. Shade Bunker, Sparta, Wis. 4. KW JL Miss Aurora, 4-16-23, by M&M Outsider 4003 Pld. Kaydon Willett, Falls City, Texas. 5. BRCHE MCC Hot Yoga 3511 Pld ET, 4-15-23, by CCC WC Redemption 7143 Pld ET. Brigg Jones, Pecan Gap, Texas.
Division IV, Class 17
Calved 4-8-23 to 4-13-23, 8 Shown.
1.B C R Felicia 518L, 4-8-23, by CCC WC Redemption 7143 Pld ET. Hayden Neagle, Fountain City, Ind. 2. KKC Bright Mamie 02, 4-13-23, by DTR Mr Brightside 1107G2. Jase Fortner, Hillister, Texas. 3. ML RKB Loretta 681L, 4-9-23, by BOY Outlier 812 ET Pld. Jillian Stone, Clinton, Mo. 4. BOY HL Lyla 344L, 4-1023, by BOY Outlier 812 ET Pld. Sidney Allard, Sidney, Neb. 5. Schrader’s Ms Charlie 3170L, 4-8-23, by Schrader’s Vision 068H ET. Maddy Krueger, Bennington, Kan.
Division IV, Class 18
Calved 4-2-23 to 4-5-23, 9 Shown.
1.BU Ms Ice Bucket 81L ET, 4-4-23, by M&M Outsider 4003 Pld. Lyndsey Franklin, Ladonia, Texas.2. KG Miss Sparkler 103, 4-3-23, by M&M Outsider 4003 Pld. Kalen Groves, Beggs, Okla.
3. BOY HL Lucky Lady 0350L, 4-2-23, by BOY Outlier 812 ET Pld. Madison Ashcraft, Clinton, Okla. 4. GHC Anna 3001, 4-3-23, by BOY Outlier 812 ET Pld. Faith Johnson, Fort Collins, Colo. 5. DCC Foreign Snowflake 2317, 4-5-23, by TR Mr Foreigner 9987G ET. Avery Staggs, Wayne, Okla.
Division V, Class 19
Calved 3-24-23 to 3-31-23, 8 Shown.
1.AC PGC Ms London 2321 ET, 3-25-23, by BRCHE Cool Dot 0503 Pld ET. Blake Bruns, North Platte, Neb. 2. CBC Miss Impressive Force 82L, 3-25-23, by PCC Force of Nature 122J ET. Makayla
ET. Lyndsey Franklin, Ladonia, Texas.
Division V, Class 20
Calved 3-15-23 to 3-22-23, 9 Shown. 1.LMAN Ms Marylin 318L ET, 3-20-23, by M&M Outsider 4003 Pld. Makenna Hoppa, Fremont, Mich. 2. DCC Chics Rebecca 2309, 3-20-23, by KASS/CJB Famous 6038 ET. Madalyn Rohr, Elbert, Colo. 3. BOY TT Call Me Kayla 301, 3-21-23, by BOY Outlier 812 ET Pld. Airelle Elliott, Pecos, Texas. 4. KKR All Angel 301, 3-22-23, by WIA Blackwater Jack 060 P. Weslynn Elliott, Pecos, Texas. 5. CARRS Ms Sweetheart 308 P ET, 3-22-23, by BOY Outlier 812 ET Pld. Bella Parker, Godley, Texas.
Division V, Class 21
Calved 3-7-23 to 3-11-23, 6 Shown. 1.TR Miss Lucy 3700L ET, 3-11-23, by M&M Outsider 4003 Pld. Kashlyn Krebs, Gordon, Neb. 2. CAH Rita, 3-7-23, by CCC WC Redemption 7143 Pld ET. Avery Hunt, Longview, Texas. 3. 2H Flo Rita 2303 P, 3-9-23, by WIA Blackwater Jack 060 P. Dallee Hecht, Grove City, Minn. 4. BCC5 Bullard Whitney, 3-9-23, by BRCHE White Bear 8505 Pld ET. Cayden Ditloff, Bradshaw, Neb. 5. SCR Miss Prince Louis L3732, 3-8-23, by SCR Prince Louis G9825 P. Luke Sonderup, Fullerton, Neb.
Division V, Class 22
Calved 3-2-23 to 3-6-23, 6 Shown. 1.Schrader’s Ms Lois 390L ET, 3-2-23, by M&M Outsider 4003 Pld. Weston Schrader, Wells, Kan. 2. WC Pearl 3347 P, 3-2-23, by WC Premonition 1138 P ET. Gates Peuster, Richmond, Mo. 3. CC Lucky One 3870 ET P, 3-5-23, by BOY Outlier 812 ET Pld. Avery Hahn, Winthrop, Minn. 4. WC Sweetheart 3132 P ET, 3-5-23, by WIA Blackwater Jack 060 P. Mabry Mc Gunegill, Jasper, Minn. 5. JKR Miss Indiana 0308, 3-6-23, by LT Bluegrass 4017 P. Gabriella Wantoch, Colfax, Wis.
Division VI, Class 23
Calved 2-22-23 to 2-28-23, 8 Shown. 1.Hinshaw Easy Pro L31 ET Pld, 2-2223, by M&M Outsider 4003 Pld. Alyssa Meier, Clinton, Tenn. 2. WD 7143 Lucy 1L P ET, 2-27-23, by CCC WC Redemption
2-26-23, by TR Mr Foreigner 9987G ET. Elzie Thayne, Altonah, Utah.
Division VI, Class 24
Calved 2-9-23 to 2-19-23, 11 Shown.
1.WGB BF Ms Bea 314 P ET, 2-10-23, by M&M Outsider 4003 Pld. Addison Fidler, Fairview, Ill. 2. WC Lace 3329 P, 2-15-23, by CCC WC Redemption 7143 Pld ET. Gates Peuster, Richmond, Mo. 3. 4K Ms Lizzy E02, 2-11-23, by M&M Outsider 4003 Pld. Josi Schrader, Wells, Kan. 4. LO23 TC Dream Baby L023, 2-9-23, by TR CAG Carbon Copy 7630E ET. Tatum Carlson, Henry, Neb. 5. SCF Lady Dianna, 2-17-23, by CCC WC Redemption 7143 Pld ET. Eli Dehan, LaMonte, Mo.
Division VI, Class 25
Calved 2-1-23 to 2-8-23, 9 Shown.
1.WGB Ms Roxanne 313 P ET, 2-4-23, by TR CC Deliverance 7974 Pld ET. Addison Fidler, Fairview, Ill. 2.TR Ms Lena 3925L ET, 2-1-23, by TR CC Deliverance 7974 Pld ET. Kelly Gaffney, Barneveld, Wis. 3. CCC Ms Last Dance 3006 P, 2-1-23, by CCC Mescalito 9038 P. Makayla Houck, Prescott, Iowa. 4. LMAN Snowball 17L ET, 2-4-23, by M&M Outsider 4003 Pld. Jayden Mata, Asherton, Texas. 5. RF Rapid Lady 336, 2-3-23, by BOY Outlier 812 ET Pld. Jacob Fulp, Crawford, Texas.
Division VII, Class 26
Calved 1-13-23 to 1-28-23, 10 shown.
1.BOY HL Lilo 350L, 1-24-23, by BOY Outlier 812 ET Pld. Avery Sweeney, Vinton, Iowa. 2. WGB BF Ms Lolly 311 P ET, 1-25-23, by M&M Outsider 4003 Pld. Hayden Englert, Washington, Kan. 3. FFF Stealth 3013, 1-13-23, by M&M Outsider 4003 Pld. Kamden Filippo, Rush Springs, Okla. 4. DF Opal Monte 798L, 1-17-23, by DF Mr Outrageous 64G. Makila Watson, Greenville, Texas.
5. BOY HSCC Laramie 334L, 1-28-23, by TR Mr Diablo 2742Z ET. Blayklee Stelzer, Oologah, Okla.
Division VII, Class 27
Calved 1-2-23 to 1-12-23, 10 Shown.
1.BOY HL Lucy 306L, 1-10-23, by BOY Outlier 812 ET Pld. Dalton Geiger, Bad Axe, Mich. 2. BRCHE MCC Hot
Bridgeport, Texas. 5. JAB Revenge 302
Polled, 1-12-23, by JAB Around Here Buzz 657 Pld. Shade Bunker, Sparta, Wis.
Division VIII, Class 28
Calved 12-1-22 to 12-29-22, 7 Shown.
1.RF Miss Maura 2331 ET, 12-1-22, by BOY Outlier 812 ET Pld. Trace Ridder, Hermann, Mo. 2. Wal-Mar Ms Halow 257P, 12-18-22, by HCR Milestone 8607 Pld ET. Isom Marston, Canton, Kan.
3. CAH Spirit, 12-2-22, by CCC WC Redemption 7143 Pld ET. Avery Hunt, Longview, Texas. 4. BAR L Cadillac, 12-29-22, by D&D Bulletproof 1925 Pld. Jaycee Littleton, Simms, Texas. 5. DCC Foreign Angel 2239, 12-25-22, by TR Mr Foreigner 9987G ET. Brackyn Thayne, Altonah, Utah.
Division VIII, Class 29
Calved 11-2-22 to 11-28-22, 9 Shown.
1.WGB CC CLT Berkly 240 P ET, 11-1522, by CCC WC Resource 417 P. Brecke Barnard, Foosland, Ill. 2. DCC/KAC Jen On The Roxxs 2239, 11-17-22, by BRCHE White Bear 8505 Pld ET. Baileigh Ferguson, Madisonville, Texas.3. LJR Ms Satin Storm 347 8K ET, 11-28-22, by SHF Absolute 1508. Jaycee Littleton, Simms, Texas. 4. Hoodoo SC Dolly 026K, 11-11-22, by Hoodoo Slasher 1144. Robert Surles, Dilley, Texas. 5. JC Miss Outsider 28, 11-2-22, by M&M Outsider 4003 Pld. Garrison Butler, Idabel, Okla.
Division VIII, Class 30
Calved 10-1-22 to 10-23-22, 7 Shown.
1.HNRX BRCHE Expresso 2133 ET, 10-8-22, by CCC WC Redemption 7143 Pld ET. Kara Brooks, Brush Creek, Tenn. 2. SKS Madelyn 079K, 10-7-22, by DTR Mr Brightside 1107G2. Jaycee Hueske, Dayton, Texas. 3. RATK White Lace 204, 10-1-22, by CCC WC Redemption 7143 Pld ET. Colton Jasper, San Andreas, Calif. 4. BHSC Tina Brightside 191K, 10-20-22, by DTR Mr Brightside 1107G2. Ethan Adams, Blossom, Texas. 5. RWDE Ginny, 10-4-22, by SKS/RWDE Top Gun 501. Kylie Polhemus, Bowie, Texas.
Division VIII, Class 31
Calved 9-2-22 to 9-29,-22, 12 Shown.
1.Druins Adelaide D908, 9-8-22, by CCC WC Redemption 7143 Pld ET. Kylin
Absolute 1508. John Chandler, Belton, S.C. 5. D R White Satin 2082, 9-14-22, by D R Outlaw 704. Carly Dismukes, Checotah, Okla.
Division IX, Class 32
Calved 2-7-22 to 8-9-22, 6 Shown. 1. JDSC TR Miss Breeze B643 K46ET, 2-7-22, by TR CAG Carbon Copy 7630E ET. Heifer Calf: JGCC LJR Ms Windy 4014M, 4-3-24, by RSD Better Than Gold 672. Jake Groseclose, Stephenville, Texas. 2. WH Atlee 217 Pld, 2-15-22, by LT Atlas 0251 Pld. Heifer Calf: BC/HF Miss Layla 408, 2-5-24, by TR Legacy 1707J ET. Jessi Hankins, Springfield, Mo. 3. CC
BS Key To Ur Heart 2434 ET, 4-16-22, by BOY Outlier 812 ET Pld. Heifer Calf: JL KW Ms Keystone 4624, 4-6-24, by RBM Keystone Z38. Kaydon Willett, Falls City, Texas. 4. RF Ms Duchess K110, 8-9-22, by FC RF Summit 0018 ET. Bull Calf: JBE Manumission 401M, 4-22-24, by CCC WC Redemption 7143 Pld ET. Hayden Englert, Washington, Kan. 5. F5 Ms Floss 204 Pld, 3-4-22, by CCF/Bamboo Smokin Joe 5334 ET. Heifer Calf: KW Miss Smokin Gneeration, 4-19-24, by FF New Generation 4040. Emily Minatrea, Cameron, Texas.
Division IX, Class 33
Calved 6-14-21 to11-9-21, 3 Shown. 1.RF Miss Duchess 1284 ET, 11-9-21, by SHF Absolute 1508. Bull Calf: GCS SKR Hudson Hornet 8401, 12-5-23, by GCY SKR Gravedigger 3401. Sidney Grice, League City, Texas. 2. RWDE Impressive 712, 6-14-21, by M&M Outsider 4003 Pld. Heifer Calf: RWDE/ KJH Impressive 024, 3-4-24, by RWDE Top Shelf 703. Kinlee Hughes, Montague, Texas. 3. BRCHE Danity Cane 1512 Pld, 10-20-21, by TR CAG Carbon Copy 7630E ET. Bull Calf: RR Sugar Cane 100, 12-4-23, by Windstar Performer 844. Amelie Bergeron, New Iberia, La.
Division IX, Class 34
Calved 2-29-16 to 1-13-19, 3 Shown.
1.SCF Lola 620, 2-29-16, by WC Bluegrass 2196 P ET. Heifer Calves: SFC Ms Gabbie TW 3160; SFC Ms Kate TW 3161, 11-11-23, by WC Everest 4048 P. Makayla Houck, Prescott, Iowa. 2. WC Annabelle 8285 P, 1-30-18, by CCC
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Tom Sonderup
Tom Sonderup is remembered for pioneering a multigenerational operation and for his overwhelming generosity, still, it’s clear that his legacy is immeasurable, not even by his yellow yardstick suspenders.
The Sonderup cattle operation at Fullerton, Nebraska started with Tom Sonderup’s father, Vern, who made his living as a farmer and commercial cattleman. However, it was Tom who took the cattle operation to new heights. He was among the fi rst to introduce the Charolais breed to Central Nebraska when the Sonderup family purchased their fi rst purebred bull in 1962 and Tom started to build his cow herd.
After graduating from college in 1976, Tom knew he wanted to return to the cattle industry and started his career by managing the Tri R Cattle Co. herd. After growing the herd in numbers, he and his wife Sandy eventually took over operations to form Sonderup Charolais Ranch Inc.
Through Tom’s leadership, the ranch was known for being one of the earliest to adopt AI and ET as common practice. In the 80’s, he began using a linear measurement system which coincided with his focus on practical cattle that could perform. Tom and his family frequented cattle shows as exhibitors including the Nebraska State Fair, Nebraska Cattlemen’s Classic, Husker Harvest Days, and the National Western in Denver where his presence in the yards represented a friendly face and his participation in the carload and pen shows reinforced his commitment to uniformity.
Working with several cooperators in Nebraska, Tom managed and marketed calves from over 1000 cows annually. His focus remained constant, profi tability for cow-calf producers through to the packing fl oor. Though Tom and Sandy dispersed their cow herd in 2022 and held their fi nal bull sale in 2023, the goal of their breeding stayed
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true through it all, to raise and sell the most useful product for seedstock cattlemen, commercial producers, and youth alike.
“My first Junior National was in Rapid City, South Dakota, and I had a class winner. My last Junior National was in Bowling Green, Kentucky, and I had another class winner. He was always so excited about that. He was such a big proponent of kids participating in agriculture and saw Charolais cattle as a good fi t for kids learning about the cattle industry and getting kids involved with cattle that would work in the pasture, show ring or not.”
- Kelly Hale, Oldest Daughter
No doubt, Tom Sonderup is easily recognized within the cattle industry, but many know him also for Papa Tom’s BBQ. Since 2010, Papa Tom’s has set up shop alongside the cattle barn at the Nebraska State Fair. He was originally asked to serve exhibitors breakfast and was offered a booth outside the barn to do it, but Tom had other plans. He recognized exhibitors and their families needed short lines and affordable, delicious food while exhibiting their livestock. So, he established a food truck and returned each year after that. As Papa Tom’s BBQ grew popular, Tom helped cater countless events, including Charolais Junior Nationals and other regional and national livestock events.
In fact, Tom Sonderup once again demonstrated his commitment to Charolais youth and AICA when he advocated hosting Junior National for the fi rst time in decades at the brand-new Nebraska State Fairgrounds in Grand Island. He served on the planning committee in 2012, 2017, and 2022 and always offered to prepare or coordinate the meals for each day. Tom was always glad to focus his time and efforts on AICA, AIJCA, and the Charolais breed. In return, he has been recognized as the 1991 AICA Seedstock Producer of the Year, a nominee for the 1991 BIF Seedstock Producer of the Year, 2011 Nebraska Farm Bureau Farm Family of the Day, and this year’s AIJCA Junior National Show Dedicatee.
Tom Sonderup passed away last year, and is survived by his loving wife Sandy, his four daughters Kelly, Jamie, Tracy, and Heidi, and his six grandchildren. To know Tom was to know a pioneer raising Charolais cattle but his true pride and joy was always his family. His kindness and willingness to serve others live on with them.
Larry Ludeke
Full circle moments are rare and often rewarding. To fully appreciate these moments takes reflection on the turning points that changed the trajectory of our future lives. Nobody appreciates these full circle moments more than Larry Ludeke of Liverpool, Texas. And fortunately for current American International Junior Charolais Association (AIJCA) members, Larry’s full circle moment involves the Charolais breed.This story started in 1966, Larry was an FFA member and attended the Calf Scramble at the San Antonio Stock Show. His agriculture instructor gave him a set of simple instructions: “Get that calf on the ground, get the halter on him, and guide him into the chalk circle like you’re driving a boat.” Larry did just that and was rewarded with a $200 Calf Scramble Certificate to be used to purchase a calf.
Just by sheer luck, Larry was introduced to the Charolais breed. The breed was still relatively newin the United States, but Larry’s father knew a man in the area who raised purebred Charolais.That fall, with the calf scramble certificate in hand, Larry visited that breeder and came home with a fullblood Charolais bull calf for $500. This was the next step in this full circle story resulting in the AICA and AIJCA gaining a tremendous leader and benefactor.Larry was admittedly “absolutely head over heels for agriculture” at this stage of his life. Headded to his herd by attending sales and buying bottle calves to raise. That first Charolais bull was the center of his herd and was used to breed those calves. The AIJCA was not established yet, so Larry took this bull and showed in the Open Show at the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo. That experience cemented his love of showing cattle and the Charolais breed, as well as an understanding of how beneficial a formal junior program could be for the youth and for the blossoming Charolais breed. Following college, Larry took a step away from the breed and focused on his professional life. But that interest and love was rekindled when he and his wife purchased land just south of Houston. Larry, along with his wife Beth, started Bar J Charolais on that property in Liverpool, Texas, and his passion was reignited. Today, they run over 1,000 head of cattle, far more than the twenty-two head he had initially purchased. Since his return to the breed, Larry has volunteered untold time and energy to the AICA, AIJCA, and the American Charolais Foundation (ACF). Larry has served in numerous positions on
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the AICA Board. Bar J Charolais provided the National Sale ACF Heifer at the 2020 Cattleman’s Congress. He has always been an avid supporter of Junior Nationals.
The Russell W. Ludeke – Harold Christopher Truax II Memorial scholarship is an example of hisdedication to the future of this industry and our country. This scholarship offers a great financial benefit to either a Veterinary or Medical professional student, allowing these Charolais youth to pursue a dream, and ease the financial weight that these degree programs require.Among his contributions, one of the drawing awards offered at this year’s Rock Char Junior National will be a choice of Bar J Charolais 2023 open heifers. This is an incredible offering and a generous donation by Larry and Beth. When asked what motivated him to step out to make such great donations, Larry was very clear--that Beth’s support of him and the Junior program, and the support he received when just a young man is the driving force behind his generosity.
“That Charolais breeder did it for me. He didn’t have to sell that bull to me for $500. I know that this breed will not survive if we don’t encourage younger people to be involved.”
Larry Ludeke truly sees it as a blessing that he is in this position and takes great pleasure in doing all he and his wife can to support the AIJCA. Furthermore, the AIJCA members are fortunate to be the recipient of the closing of this full circle story of a young man blessed with a mentor who helped develop that love for the Charolais and now is returning that blessing as best he can.
From left: 2019
Miss Charolais USA
Madison Voet, Beth and Larry Ludeke, First annual Russell W. Ludeke – Harold Christopher Truax II Memorial Scholarship Recipient Tara Fountain, JVS Cattle Co: Evelyn Gay Lawton Duhon and Rod Smith.
Sullivan Supply/Stock Show University Team Fitting Contest – Intermediate Division
Sponsor: Sullivan Supply/Stock Show University
From left: Rachel Davis, Sullivan Supply; Champion Team: Put the Smoke on that Thing – Kix Lee, Gillham, Ark.; Corbin Hunt, Longview, Texas; Avery Hunt, Longview, Texas; Shawn Leifeste, Cameron, Texas; Grady Chaplin, Judge; Kirby Eaves, Judge; Reserve Champion Team: Young Guns - Reid Groves, Beggs, Okla.; Carter Greer, Shelbyville, Texas; Huck Plyler, Hope, Ark.; Briggston Bertsche, Onida, S.D.
Judge; Reserve Champion Team: Wildcats – Shayla Dismukes, Checotah, Okla.; Breeze Bunker, Sparta, Wis.; Camille Greer, Shelbyville, Texas; Josi Schrader, Wells, Kan.; Rachel Davis, Sullivan Supply
Sullivan Supply/Stock Show University Team Fitting ContestJunior Division
Sponsor: Sullivan Supply/Stock Show University
From left: Rachel Davis, Sullivan Supply; Champion Team: Glue Masters - Landree Leifeste, Cameron, Texas; Kara Brooks, Brush Creek, Tenn.; Barrett Duncan, Bonham, Texas; Brigg Jones, Pecan Gap, Texas; Kirby Eaves, Judge; Grady Chaplin, Judge; Reserve Champion Team: Rocklahomas - Blayklee Stelzer, Oologah, Okla.; Katie Dismukes, Checotah, Okla. Mikka Brumley, Rush Springs, Okla. Mikayla Berg, Wellston, Okla.
Weaver Livestock Showmanship Contest –Intermediate Division
Sponsor: Weaver Livestock
From left: 10th: Hayleigh Gerik, Reisel, Texas; 9th: Kylin Oakes, Taloga, Okla.; Jennifer Parker, Judge; 8th: Atley Patrick Chilhowee, Mo.; 7th: Carly Dismukes, Checotah, Okla.;6th: Joel Cash Martinez, Edinburg, Texas; 5th: Shawn Leifeste, Cameron, Texas; 4th: Camille Greer, Shelbyville, Texas; 3rd: Hadley Howe, Lyons, Texas; Miss Charolais USA Bella Parker; Reserve Champion: Shayla Dismukes, Checotah, Okla.; Champion: Avery Hunt, Longview, Texas
Sanders, Leesburg, Ohio; 3rd: Jaycee Huske, Dayton, Texas; Reserve Champion: Blake Bruns, North Platte, Neb.; Miss Charolais USA Bella Parker; Champion: Creed Vineyard, Bridgeport, Texas
Weaver Livestock Showmanship Contest – Junior Division
Sponsor: Weaver Livestock
From left: 10th: Aubree Baldwin, Reddick, Fla.; 9th: Landree Leifeste, Cameron, Texas; Jennifer Ann Scasta, Judge; 8th: Jessi Hankins, Springfield, Mo.; 7th: Briggston Bertsche, Onida, S.D.; 6th: Katie Dismukes, Checotah, Okla.; 5th: Bentley Baldwin, Taloga, Okla.; 4th: Kirbe Koons, Lakin, Kan.; 3rd: Kashlyn Krebs, Gordon, Neb.; Reserve Champion: Blayklee Stelzer, Oologah, Okla.; Miss Charolais USA Bella Parker, Champion: Kara Brooks, Brush Creek, Tenn.
Team Sales Contest - Senior Division
Sponsors: Char Spangled Banner 2023 Junior National Committee, H3 Charolais
From left: Reserve Champion Team: Texas RockstarsBella Parker, Godley, Texas; Lexi Huse, Elm Mott, Texas; McKenna Mitchell, Justin, Texas; Jaycee Littleton, Simms, Texas Champion Team: Rockin F Charolais - Kamden Filippo, Rush Springs, Okla.; Reid Groves, Beggs, Okla.; Kalen Groves, Beggs, Okla.
Impromptu Speech Contest
Sponsors: Worrell Enterprises, Greer Charolais, LG Herndon Jr Farms, Triple S Farms
From left: Miss Charolais USA Bella Parker; Junior Division - Reserve: Braelynn Reed, Louisburg, Kan.; Champion: Kinlee Hughes, Montague, Texas (Not Pictured); Intermediate Division - Reserve: Sarah McKown, Valley Center, Kan.; Champion: Kole Harris, Hepler, Kan.; Senior Division - Reserve: Shade Bunker, Sparta, Wis.; Champion: Lizzie Schafer, Owaneco, Ill
Cook-Off Contest – Junior Division
Sponsor: Char Spangled Banner 2023 Junior National Committee
From left: Miss Charolais USA Bella Parker; Champion Team: Aloho Mo - Oakley Schoen, Holt, Mo.; Gates Peuster, Richmond, Mo.; Trace Ridder, Hermann, Mo.; (Not Pictured) Trigg Ridder, Hermann, Mo.; Reserve Champion Team: Charolais Cafe - Lora Sonderup, Fullerton, Neb.; Luke Sonderup, Fullerton, Neb.
Team Sales Contest - Intermediate Division
Sponsors: Char Spangled Banner 2023 Junior National Committee, Schrader Ranch
From left: Miss Charolais USA Bella Parker; Reserve Champion Team: Show Sisters - Jessi Hankins, Springfield, Mo.; Ryanne Crutcher, Fair Grove, Mo.; Atley Patrick, Chilhowee, Mo.; Jillian Stone, Clinton, Mo. Champion Team: Okie Girls - Shayla Dismukes, Checotah, Okla.; Katie Dismukes, Checotah, Okla.; Carly Dismukes, Checotah, Okla.
Prepared Speech Contest
Sponsors: Tonne Cattle Company, LG Herndon Jr Farms
From left: Miss Charolais USA Emma Hankins; Junior Division - Reserve: Calvin Hays Chapman, Afton, Texas; Champion: Katherine Butts, Lubbock, Texas; Intermediate Division - Reserve: Shayla Dismukes, Checotah, Okla.; Champion: Jaxson Staggs, Wayne, Okla.; Senior Division - Reserve: Josi Schrader, Wells, Kan.; Champion: Lizzie Schafer, Owaneco, Ill
Cook-Off Contest – Intermediate Division
Sponsors: CMWW Partners, Aces Wild Ranch
From left: Miss Charolais USA Bella Parker; Champion Team: Rock Char Grillers - Katie Birge, Columbia, Mo.; Eli Dehan, Lamonte, Mo.; Reserve Champion Team: Happy Cow Takeout - Tatum Carlson, Henry, Neb.; Kinley Carlson, Henry, Neb.; Cason Carlson, Henry, Neb.
Team Sales Contest - Junior Division
Sponsors: Kansas Junior Charolais Association, Beavers Charolais
From left: Miss Charolais USA Bella Parker; Reserve Champion Team: Nebraska Red - Cason Carlson, Henry Neb.; Luke Sonderup, Fullerton, Neb.; Micah Mueller, Lincoln, Neb. Champion Team: Char Girls - Brackyn Thayne, Altonah, Utah; Laney Farnsworth, Altamont, Utah; Elzie Thayne, Altonah, Utah
Interview & Resume Contest
Sponsor: BOVILIS - Merck Animal Health
From left: High School Division - Reserve: Bella Parker, Godley, Texas; Champion: John Chandler, Belton, S.C. College Division - Reserve: Marie Downey, Prattville, Ala; Champion; Nissa Olsen, Manhattan, Kan.
Cook-Off Contest – Senior Division
Sponsors: Broken Box Ranch, Jeff & Karen Bonacker Family
From left: Miss Charolais USA Bella Parker; Champion Team: Campione Cookers - Cody Jedlicka, Koshkonong, Mo.; Breeze Bunker, Sparta, Wis.; Brittany Hirsch, Thayer, Mo.; Josi Schrader, Wells, Kan.; Reserve Champion Team: Smith Kids - Audrey Smith, Manvel, Texas; Nataleigh Smith, Manvel, Texas; Joshua Smith, Manvel, Texas
Art Contest
Sponsors: LG Herndon Jr Farms, Vedvei Charolais, J&A Charolais, Char Spangled Banner 2023 Junior National Committee
From left: Miss Charolais USA Bella Parker; Junior Division - Champion: Kashlyn Krebs, Gordon, Neb.; Reserve Champion: Lora Sonderup, Fullerton, Neb.; Intermediate Division - Champion: Baileigh Ferguson, Madisonville, Texas; Reserve Champion: Tatum Carlson, Henry, Neb. Senior Division - Reserve Champion: Emily Minatrea, Cameron, Texas; Champion: Madison Borg, Concord, Neb.
Poster Contest
Sponsors: Char Spangled Banner 2023 Junior National Committee, Windy Hill Charolais
From left: Miss Charolais USA Bella Parker; Breed/Assn. Promotion Reserve Champion: Landree Leifeste, Cameron, Texas; Breed/Assn. Promotion Champion and Herd Advertisement Reserve Champion: Macy Naylor, Telephone, Texas.; Herd Advertisement Champion: Mikka Brumley, Rush Springs, Okla.
Photo Contest
Sponsors: Char Spangled Banner 2023 Junior National Committee, 4 Groom Ranch, Bar J Charolais, Austen & Laura Stewart Family, Larson Cattle Company, Priefert, BioZyme, Jeff & Karen Bonacker
From left: Junior Division - Black & White Champion: Emma Adams, Blossom, Texas; Black & White Reserve: Cason Carlson, Henry, Neb.; Color Reserve: Kashlyn Krebs, Gordon, Neb.; Color Champion: Graselyn Straughter, Huntsville, Texas; Intermediate Division - Color Reserve and Black & White Reserve: Elijah Dehan, LaMonte, Mo.; Black & White Champion: Avery Hunt, Longview, Texas; Color Champion: Robert Conway, Canton, Texas; Senior Division - Black & White Reserve: Aubrey Niess, Joplin, Mo.; Black & White Champion Champion: Shade Bunker, Sparta, Wis.; Color Reserve: Kamden Filippo, Rush Springs, Okla.; Color Champion: Atley Kleinman, Wentworth, Mo. (Not Pictured)
Talent Contest
Sponsor: Char Spangled Banner 2023 Junior National Committee
From left: Miss Charolais USA Bella Parker; Junior Division - Reserve Champion: Hadley Neagle, Fountain City, Ind.; Champion: Madalyn Ditloff, Bradshaw, Neb.; Intermediate Division - Reserve: Kinley Carlson, Henry, Neb., Cason Carlson, Henry, Neb., Tatum Carlson, Henry Neb.; Champion: Daniel Molina, Loredo, Texas; Senior Division - Champion: Alyssa Molina, Loredo, Texas; Champion: Tannah Cassatt, Webb City, Mo.
Quiz Bowl Contest
Sponsor: Char Spangled Banner 2023 Junior National Committee
From left: Reserve Champion Team: White Lightning – Shade Bunker, Sparta, Wis.; Kelly Gaffney, Barneveld, Wis.; Breeze Bunker, Sparta, Wis.; Chloe Briggs, Chariton, Iowa (Not Pictured); Mabry McGunegill, Jasper, Minn. (Not Pictured); Champion Team: Mo Crew – Lucas Crutcher, Fair Grove, Mo.; Tannah Cassatt, Webb City, Mo.; Jessi Hankins, Springfield, Mo.; Ryanne Crutcher, Fair Grove, Mo.; Jillian Stone, Clinton, Mo
Graphic Design Contest
Sponsors: Char Spangled Banner 2023 Junior National Committee, Triple S Farms, Iowa Junior Charolais Association, Kansas Charolais Association, Vedvei Charolais, K&D Cattle
From left: Miss Charolais USA Bella Parker; Intermediate Division - Breed/ Assn. Promotion Reserve Champion: Emma Caffey, Reisel, Texas; Breed/ Assn. Promotion Champion: Jael Downey, Prattville, Ala.; Herd Advertisement Reserve: Elizabeth Caffey, Riesel, Texas; Herd Advertisement Champion; Savannah Jeter, Jacksboro, Texas; Senior Division - Breed/Assn. Promotion Reserve: Harlie Groom, Cleburne, Texas; Herd Advertisement Champion and Breed/Assn. Promotion Champion: Devon Benes, Valparaiso, Neb.; Herd Advertisement Reserve: Maddy Rohr, Elbert, Colo.
State/Affiliate Scrapbook Champion
Best Comedy Skit
Sponsor: Char Spangled Banner 2023 Junior National Committee
Kansas Junior Charolais Association
State Herdsmanship - 10 or Less Head
Tennessee Junior Charolais Association
Most Creative Skit
Nebraska Junior Charolais Association
State Participation – 11 or More Participants
Texas Junior Charolais Association
State Herdsmanship – 11 or More Head
Oklahoma Junior Charolais Association
State Participation – 10 or Less Participants
Illinois Junior Charolais Association
Best Dressed Skit
The Downey Family, Prattville, Ala.
"The Alabama Band"
Champion Team
Dillon Knepp, Greg Clifton, Derek Ridder, Emmit Meyring (not pictured)
Outstanding Junior Member
From left: Miss Charolais USA Bella Parker; Award Winner Jessi Hankins, Springfield, Mo.; 2023 Award Winner Ryanne Crutcher, Fair Grove, Mo.
Chad Clark Memorial Outstanding Senior Member
From left: 2023 Award Winner Maguire Rohr, Elbert, Colo.; Award Winner Lucas
Crutcher, Fair Grove, Mo.; Miss Charolais USA Bella Parker
AIJCA Premier Challenge
$500 Champion Scholarship sponsored by Zehnder-Waage Partnership; 2nd - 5th Place Scholarships sponsored by AIJCF
From left: Miss Charolais USA Bella Parker Champion - Kashlyn Krebs, Gordon, Neb.; 2nd - Shayla Dismukes, Checotah, Okla.; 3rd - Cason Carlson, Henry, Neb.; 4th - Josi Schrader, Wells, Kan.; 5th - Shade Bunker, Sparta, Wis.
2024 Planning Committee
From left: Miss Charolais USA Bella Parker; AIJCA Junior Board
Member Ethan Shoemake, Committee Chairs: Courtney Greer, Shelbyville, Texas; Samantha Leifeste, Cameron, Texas; Kaitlyn Courville, Louise, Texas; Co-Planning Committee Chairs: Danni Lunsford Amos, Garrison, Texas; Kennedy Caldwell, Slaton, Texas; Not Pictured: Wendy Hunt, Longview, Texas; Carla Downing, Troy, Texas
Advisor of the Year
Family of the Year
Kacy & Josh Owens Family, Troup, Texas
From left: Wes Chism, Gallagher; AIJCA Board Member Shade Bunker; Priefert Chute Winner Luke Sonderup; Mike Burris, Priefert; AIJCA Executive Vice President Brett Spader
AIJCA Drawing Winners
Priefert S04 Chute –
Luke Sonderup, Fullerton, Neb.
Gallagher W-O Scale Package –
Jeff Howard, Sweetwater, Texas
Andis Clippers –
Curtis Ohlde, Basehor, Kan.
Thank you Sponsors!
Mentor/Mentee Spotlight
From left: Mentee Owen Downey, Prattville, Ala.; Mentor Hayden Birge, Auxvasse, Mo.
Bar J Heifer Drawing Winners
Choice of 2023 Bar J Open Heifers –Oakley Schoen, Holt, Mo.
$500 –Crutcher Cattle Co., Fair Grove, Mo.
$100 - Laci Schrader, Wells, Kan.
AICA Fieldman's Workhorse
From left: Miss Charolais USA Bella Parker; Award Winner Nissa Olsen, Manhattan, Kan.; David Hobbs, Staff
From left: AIJCA Board Member Maddy Rohr; Award winner Lea Rohr, Elbert, Colo.; Miss Charolais USA Bella Parker
AMERICAN-INTERNATIONAL JUNIOR CHAROLAIS FOUNDATION 2024-2025 SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS
$4,000 Riverdale Family MemorialWeston Schrader, Wells. Kan.
$3,000 American Charolais FoundationShade Bunker, Sparta, Wis.
$3,000 Walker/PhilipsEthan Shoemake, Warner, Okla.
$3,000 Charlie & Jean SmithNissa Olsen, Manhattan, Kan.
$3,000 Chance Clifton Live Big FoundationMason Leifeste, Cameron, Texas
$2,500 Riverdale Family MemorialTannah Cassatt, Webb City, Mo.; Lucas Crutcher, Fair Grove Mo.
$2,500 Walker/PhilipsJenna Tlach, Prole, Iowa
$2,000 American Charolais FoundationJonwyn Ayres, Powers, Ore.
$2,000 Wesson MemorialMarie Downey, Prattville, Ala.
$2,000 American-Internation Junior Charolais FoundationBreeze Bunker, Sparta Wis.; Cody Jedlicka, Koshkonong, Mo; Korbin Leddy, Stockholm, S.D.; Ison Marston, Canton, Kan.
$2,000 Chance Clifton Live Big FoundationMabry McGunegill, Jasper, Minn.
$1,000 American-International Junior Charolais FoundationRiley Hecht, Paynesville, Minn.; William Hoopes, Letts, Iowa; Sarah Mead, Aurora, Neb.; Cash Spindle, Stanley, N.M.
$1,000 Riverdale Family MemorialBraden Booth, Fairgrove, Mo.
$1,000 Stauffer MemorialKenidey Effling, Highmore S.D.
$1,000 Cross FamilyLyndsey Franklin, Ladonia, Texas
$1,000 Taylor Thomas MemorialKelly Gaffney, Barneveld, Wis.
$1,000 Joe & Carolynne GarrettRachel Hale, Fullerton, Neb.
$1,000 Missouri Charolais Breeders AssociationHayden Birge, Auxvasse, Mo.
$1,000 Charlie & Jean SmithKaden Garrison, Boss, Mo.; Payton Oliver, Alba, Texas
$1,000 It’s A Family TraditionGrace Downey, Prattville, Ala.
$1,000 Pete & Wendy StamerRyli Bracewell, Tioga, Texas
$1,000 Riverdale Land & Livestock, Champion Owned FemaleClaire Norris, Eudora, Kan.
$1,000 Larry & Robbie Lehman, Champion Percentage HeiferSydney Sanders, Leesburg, Ohio
$500 Carol Doughty Memorial, Big Creek Charolais, Champion Bred and Owned FemaleCarter Hoge, Good Hope, Ill.
$500 Coudron Charolais, Champion BullAlyssa Meier, Clinton, Tenn.
$500 AIJCA Premier Challenge Champion, Sponsored by Zehnder-Waage PartnershipKashlyn Krebs, Gordon, Neb.
$400 2nd Place AIJCA Premier ChallengeShayla Dismukes, Checotah, Okla.
$300 3rd Place AIJCA Premier ChallengeCason Carlson, Henry, Neb.
$200 4th Place AIJCA Premier ChallengeJosi Schrader, Wells, Kan.
$100 5th Place AIJCA Premier ChallengeShade Bunker, Sparta, Wis.
AIJCF Scholarships Recipients
Back row, from left: Kaitlyn Chism, AIJCF Board of Trustee; Larry Lehman, AIJCF Board of Trustee; Mason Leifeste, Marie Downey, Ethan Shoemake, Lucas Crutcher, Carter Hoge, Middle Row: Breeze Bunker, Kelly Gaffney, Sarah Mead, Lyndsey Franklin, Rachel Hale, Nissa Olsen, Shade Bunker, Tina and Greg Clifton; Live Big! Foundation, Front Row: Hayden Birge, Cody Jedlicka, Tannah Cassatt, Isom Marston, Weston Schrader.
Chance Clifton Live Big! Foundation Scholarships From left: Shane and Diana Ferguson, Live Big! Foundation; Recipient Mabry McGunegill, Recipient Mason Leifeste; Tina and Greg Clifton, Live Big! Foundation
Programs & Activities
Nissa Olsen - Chair
Membership
Ethan Shoemake - Chair
Junior National
Shade Bunker - Chair
Executive
Shade Bunker- Chair
Nissa Olsen
Ethan Shoemake
Tannah Cassatt
Weston Schrader
Shade Bunker ................. President Sparta, Wis.
Nissa Olsen ............ Vice President Manhattan, Kan.
Ethan Shoemake ............ Secretary Warner, Okla.
Tannah Cassatt.........Treasurer Webb City, Mo.
Weston Schrader ........... Ex-Officio Wells, Kan.
Makennah Tucker ................. Area 1 Briggsdale, Colo.
Sarah Mead .......................... Area 2 Aurora, Neb.
Josi Schrader ........................ Area 3 Wells, Kan.
Lexi Huse............................... Area 4 Elm Mott, Texas
Macy Hoag ........................... Area 5 Illinois City, Ill.
Tannah Cassatt .................... Area 6 Webb City, Mo.
Nissa Olsen ...........................Area 7 Manhattan, Kan.
Marie Downey. ..................... Area 8 Prattville, Ala.
Sidney Allard ..................... At Large Sidney, Neb.
Breeze Bunker ................... At Large Sparta, Wis.
Hayden Englert ................. At Large Washington, Kan.
Ethan Shoemake ............... At Large Warner, Okla.
From left: AIJCA Board Member Marie Downey, Maddy Rohr, Makayla Houck, Dillon Borg, Devon Benes, Cora Clift, Riley Creasey, Jaycee Littleton, Maguire Rohr, Miss Charolais USA Bella Parker, Not Pictured: Jonwyn Ayres, Blake Bruns, Brittany Hirsch, Logan McGunegill, Aubrey Niess, Claire Norris, Jenna Tlach
Back row, from left: Hayden Englert, Breeze Bunker, Sidney Allard, Marie Downey, Macy Hoag, Lexi Huse, Josi Schrader, Sarah Mead, Makennah Tucker, Front Row: Ethan Shoemake, Nissa Olsen, Shade Bunker, Tannah Cassatt, and Weston Schrader.
By: Brighton Lane
“Greatness doesn’t pursue you; you have to pursue greatness.”
Those words stuck with and have driven Shade Bunker of Sparta, Wisconsin ever since she heard a professor say them in a class at Iowa State University. Looking back now, that quote is a perfect representation of Shade’s feelings after being selected as the 2024 Jordan Mack Memorial Junior Herdsman at the 2024 RockChar
Growing up in Sparta, Wisconsin as a third-generation Charolais breeder, Shade always knew that white cattle would be an integral part of her life. Her parents are fond of telling the story of Shade’s first trip to “the barn” happened when she was just eight days old because mom had to go check a cow. And from that time on, trips to the barn and white cattle have played a huge role in her life.
Shade’s first time as an exhibitor was when she was just three years old. Shade showed her first Charolais heifer then and that lit a fire that has grown and strengthened over the past 18 years. From the very beginning, Shade was hooked and knew she wanted to be involved in showing white cattle for the rest of her life.
Shade joined the American-International Junior Charolais Association as soon as she could and since then, she has yet to miss a Charolais Junior National. Whether it was a two-hour drive from home in Wisconsin or 18-hour drive across the country, Shade and her sister Breeze have become a staple in the barns at Charolais Junior Nationals across the country.
When asked about those who came before her that have inspired her, Shade rattled off a dozen people that have helped her along her path. Many wore the blue jacket, which inspired Shade to pursue becoming a Junior Board Member. Shade mentioned Caitlin Bryan (Jedlicka) encouraging her to run for the AIJCA Junior Board in 2020 being a true turning point and which proved to be one of the best decisions she ever made. That decision started a whirlwind of four years that culminated with Shade elected as the 20242025 AIJCA Junior Board President.
“Unbelievably blessed” is the only way to describe how Shade feels in being selected as the 2024 Jordan Mack Memorial Herdsman. She feels honored to add her name to the list of admirable and accomplished people that have been selected over the years for this honor. The fact that the past year’s herdsman, Makayla Houck presented this award to her made the moment so much sweeter for Shade.
“Makayla Houck is one of my best friends in the breed and to have her be able to pass that down to me was such a sweet moment and such a fantastic way to end the week and the year.”
From Colorado to Maryland and Minnesota to Texas plus over fifty head of Charolais cattle and countless friendships later, Shade’s passion for the breed has only grown. As Shade approaches her final year as an AIJCA member she doesn’t see it as an ending, but rather a turning point to a new chapter.
As a firm believer in quality over quantity, Shade hopes to continue to grow her own herd of purebred cattle and looks forward to helping her younger sister “Breezy” finish out her last couple of years as a junior. What makes Shade serving as president in the upcoming year even more meaningful is to serve that term with Breeze who became a board member this year. Named the Jordan Mack Memorial Junior Herdsman of the Year is a wonderful capstone to her time spent as a junior member. She reminds junior members to work hard every day, that the real work happens at home and to never stop pursuing greatness.
CHAD CLARK MEMORIAL OUTSTANDING SENIOR MEMBER
From his first Junior National in 2011 to this year’s event where he was named Chad Clark Memorial Outstanding Senior Member, Lucas Crutcher has always had a passion for Charolais cattle. Starting out, Lucas diligently competed in countless contests each year at Junior National which complimented his love for raising and showing cattle. It is with those skills, the lessons from his mentors, and the continuous support from the Charolais community that he has seen immeasurable personal growth. Though his time within the
“My dad is my biggest mentor. He got me started in the Charolais breed and has taught me everything I know about showing cattle
The drive and work ethic that his dad has passed down to him has certainly stuck with him throughout the years. As a competitive member of the Butler Community College Livestock Judging Team and Collegiate Farm Bureau participant, he has continued to demonstrate his passion for livestock. He has since graduated from BCC and will transfer to Iowa State University in the fall to continue his education and his livestock judging career. Despite this busy schedule, Lucas has been sure to dedicate plenty of time to his family’s cattle operation at home in Fair Grove, Missouri. Lucas says that they started out small, but since getting into show cattle, have focused more on generating embryos from a few donors to implant in recips each year.
These days, Lucas’ focus within the Charolais breed and at Junior Nationals has shifted to depend more on leadership than on competitions in and out of the show ring. After spending two years serving as an Area 6 Director on the AIJCA Junior Board, he realized that his best memories were facilitated by the youth leaders and mentors that make the Charolais breed such a tight knit community. Although Lucas is extremely grateful and humbled to have received both the Outstanding Junior Member and Chad Clark Memorial Outstanding Senior Member Awards among various other accolades, he notes that he whole heartedly believes that the thing that makes AIJCA and the Charolais community so unique is the focus on youth, rather than simply the goal to hang purple banners. Lucas is sure that the most important take away from years of work, competition, and friendship is this, “The Charolais
This year’s Outstanding Junior Member Jessi Hankins of Springfield, Missouri, has been an official AIJCA member since the age of eight when she was first eligible to show. Her roots within the Charolais breed run far deeper and her commitment to a long-lasting journey within the breed is further demonstrated by the fact that she has not missed a Junior National since her first in 2012. Jessi is quick to highlight that this would not be possible without the endless support from her large community, naming countless junior members, families, and adult mentors that have helped her along the way. She is most grateful for the guidance she has found within her 19-year-old sister, Emma Hankins. She even states that her favorite memory was at last year’s Junior National when she won her first Junior National belt buckle and was able to receive it from her proud big sister who was serving as Miss Charolais USA at the time.
Jessi’s first projects and introduction to raising cattle were the bottle calves she was able to raise as a girl. When she was old enough to begin showing, she opted to use the money she had saved from these bottle calves to fund the purchase of her first Charolais female which she began building her herd that has since grown to include a few crossbred cows which serve a recips for embryos from her donor cows. Outside of raising her own cattle, she also helps her family on their operation, competes in as many contests as possible at Junior National, participates in 4-H, and is a member of other breed associations.
“I live and breathe everything Charolais. Between showing and helping my family on the farm, there is not much spare time. I am grounded in my faith and volunteer during children’s church and am active with our youth group at Sac River Cowboy Church located in the Springfield Stockyards just minutes from our house.”
A testament to her appreciation of her family’s history within the breed, Jessi says she has been fortunate enough to have seen some success in the showring and in her participation in leadership contests. However, the recognition she is most proud to receive has been this year’s Outstanding Junior Member Award.
“The award alone is awesome but receiving it from my best friend and the 2023 recipient Ryanne Crutcher and earning it the same year as my honorary big brother, Lucas Crutcher, who received the 2024 Outstanding Senior Award, made it beyond special.”
Emma Richards
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KASHLYN KREBS
2024 PREMIER CHALLENGE EXHIBITOR
By: Brighton Lane
Three hundred exhibitors, from 29 states and Canada all arrived at the Cadence Bank Center in Belton, Texas for this year’s AIJCA RockChar Junior National. While in Texas, these exhibitors were there to not only partake in a week of showing cattle and of fellowship, but to grow their leadership and personal development skills through a multitude of contests and activities. Of the 300 exhibitors, a twelve-year-old from Gordon, Nebraska emerged as this year’s 2024 Premier Exhibitor.
Kashlyn Krebs of Gordon, Nebraska, along with her two heifers traveled 1,056 miles,15 hours, and through four states to reach the Cadence Bank Center, unaware of what the week would bring her. While in Texas, Kashlyn competed in as many contests as she could. All while accumulating points that would result in her being named the 2024 Premier Challenge Exhibitor.
To be eligible for the Premier Challenge Exhibitor, a junior member must compete in at least four of the contests offered throughout the week. The higher that exhibitor ranks, the more points awarded. At the end of the week, the Premier Challenge Exhibitor is awarded a $500 scholarship, sponsored by the Zehnder Waage Partnership.
Throughout the week while Kashlyn was busy competing and consumed by all the activities around, she was not aware of the points she was accumulating via the contests she was participating in. Kashlyn mentions, “My mom kept talking about how it was good I was getting all of these points, for doing well in all of those contests.” While Kashlyn knew what her mom was talking about, it did not really sink into her the implications of her doing well in these contests. She was more concerned with making friends, doing her best, and having fun. Even though Kashlyn was not keeping track of her points, the AIJCA staff was, and at the end of the week Kashlyn emerged as this year’s Premier Challenge Exhibitor.
When asked about all the contests she participated in, Kashlyn was quick to name Team Fitting as her favorite. Her team, Dad’s Favorites, consisted of Jady Ledoux of South Dakota, Kelly Gaffney of Wisconsin, and Blake Bruns of Nebraska. Certainly, winning the contest made it enjoyable. But Kashlyn explained that this was her highlight because she was able to use what she had learned about pulling front legs from Alyssa Copeland in preparation for this contest.
Even with her successes throughout the week, Premier Challenge Exhibitor was still not on Kashlyn’s mind as she attended the awards banquet Thursday night. Kashlyn and her friends were just looking forward to good food and fellowship that night. She remembers when they announced her name with a laugh.
“I had butter all over my mouth because I had so many of those rolls and I remember them announcing, ‘the 2024 Premier Exhibitor is Kashlyn Krebs’ and I stood up and yelled ‘What?’ before going up to the stage.”
Looking forward Kashlyn hopes to build on these experiences she has gained in the past four years of showing Charolais cattle. One of her main aspirations, is to someday be afforded the opportunity to wear a blue blazer and be on the Junior Board. Another long-term goal of hers is to attend veterinary school, where the $500 scholarship she received as the 2024 Premier Challenge Exhibitor will be utilized.
At the end of the day Kashlyn realizes that she could not have accomplished this great feat without the people standing behind her throughout the week and at home. She profusely thanked her parents, Kaleigh and Ty Krebs, Tell who helped hold down the fort; the Thomas Ranch; Kaitlyn and all the AIJCA staff that made that week possible. Even at her young age, 2024 Premier Challenge Exhibitor, Kashlyn Krebs recognizes those who helped her accomplish this award, which many can only dream of.
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We invite everyone to join us next year at the 2025 AIJCA Junior National Show and Leadership Conference in Springfield, Missouri, June 16-21.
We look forward to celebrating 50 years of the Junior National Show with all of you next year, along with many new faces, high quality cattle and enjoying the creativity and many talents our junior members have to showcase!
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AIJCA JUNIOR
Show Results
Texas State Show
Missouri Cattlemen’s Youth Expo
TEXAS STATE SHOW
Bryan, Texas - May 26-27, 2024
Owned Heifer Show: Chad Oattes, Texas; Bred & Owned Heifer, Bull, Steer, Percentage Heifer & Showmanship Judge: Dean Fuchs, Texas
Champion Owned Heifer: SKS Madelyn 079K, 10-7-22, by DTR Mr Brightside 1107G2. Jaycee Hueske, Dayton, Texas
Reserve Champion Owned Heifer: CAG Lainey 3716L ET TW, 5-2-23, by BOY Outlier 812 ET Pld. Lexi Huse, Elm Mott, Texas
Third Overall Owned Heifer: SCC Aurora 151L, 3-28-23, by BOY Outlier 812 ET Pld. Kinsely Atchison, Mason, Texas
Fourth Overall Owned Heifer: WC Missy 3233 P, 1-9-23, by CCC WC Redemption 7143 Pld ET. Camille Greer, Shelbyville, Texas
Fifth Overall Owned Heifer: NR Mamie 308, 5-1-23, by DTR Mr Brightside 1107G2. Harlie Groom, Cleburne, Texas
Champion Bred & Owned Heifer: CAH Rita, 3-7-23, by CCC WC Redemption 7143 Pld ET. Avery Hunt, Longview, Texas
Reserve Champion Bred & Owned Heifer: Good Golly Miss Holly 2L, 2-1-23, by CCC WC Redemption 7143 Pld ET. Sophie Bradshaw, Canyon, Texas
Third Overall Bred & Owned Heifer: GC Ms Goldie’s Peach 322, 11-11-23, by LT Atlas 0251 Pld. Carter Greer, Shelbyville, Texas
Fourth Overall Bred & Owned Heifer: HG Princess Leia, 6-5-23, by KZG Blitzen 1223. Hayleigh Gerik, Tiesel, Texas
Fifth Overall Bred & Owned Heifer: WJM Hott Mess 402, 1-15-24, by CCC
WC Redemption 7143 Pld ET. Jaycee Hueske, Dayton, Texas
Champion Bull: 3A Bright Bell 302L, 4-16-23, by CCC WC Redemption 7143 Pld ET. Sara Aultman, Cleveland, Texas.
Reserve Champion Bull: WS MK Ice 20L, 1-4-24, by BOY Outlier 812 ET Pld. Madyson Kiser, Longview, Texas
Champion Steer: Ally Smitley, Texas
Reserve Champion Steer: Jayden Mata, Asherton, Texas
Champion Percentage Heifer: LJR Ms Lucky 3786L, 5-29-23, out of LJR Ms Game Changer 582B. Kaydon Willett, Falls City, Texas
Reserve Champion Percentage
Heifer: KR Miss Yellowstone 527, 2-6-23, by MJ Mr Yellowstone 021. Kacy Randall, Tomball, Texas
James K. Greer Memorial Supreme Champion Showman: Jaycee Hueske
James K. Greer Memorial Reserve Supreme Champion: Brinley Pick
MISSOURI CATTLEMEN’S YOUTH EXPO
Sedalia, Mo. - June 8, 2024
Judge: Randy Mullinix, Toulon, Ill.
Grand Champion Female: WC Lace 3329 P, 2-15-23, by CCC WC Redemption 7143 Pld. Gates Peuster, Richmond, Mo.
Reserve Grand Champion Female: CCC Ms Hallie 3526 P, 10-12-23, by CCC WC Redemption 7143 Pld. Atley Patrick, Chilhowee, Mo.
Grand Champion Bull and 3rd Overall Breeds: CH Mr Vegas 55L, 9-5-23, by CH Outmore 432H. Annie Stewart, St. Thomas, Mo.
Reserve Grand Champion Bull: BCF All In 0224 P, 2-2-24, by BOY Outlier 812 ET Pld. Hayden Birge, Auxvasse, Mo.
Grand Champion Steer and 3rd
Overall Breeds: Avery Schroeder, Miami, Mo.
Reserve Grand Champion Steer: Clara Taylor, Eldon, Mo.
Grand Champion Percentage Female: SCF EDC Miss Fantastic, 5-10-23, out of DICC Angelina 1Z. Jackson Stone, Clinton, Mo.
Reserve Grand Champion Percentage Female: PL Ms Sterling 320 P, 10-4-23, out of CCC Ms Sweetheart 1625 P. Adler Patrick, Chilhowee, Mo. Charolais Showmanship: Junior Champion: Oakley Schoen, Holt, Mo.; Intermediate Champion: Atley Patrick; Senior Champion: Hayden Berge. Percentage Charolais Showmanship: Junior Champion: Jackson Stone.
TEXAS STATE SHOW
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Champion Percentage Heifer
Champion Bred & Owned Heifer
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MISSOURI CATTLEMEN’S YOUTH EXPO
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October 19 Angell-Thomas Bull Sale, Paris October 19 Bradley Bull Sale, Springfield
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Obituary
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Dr. Rex E. Ricketts on July 7, 2024, at the age of 83. Rex was a revered educator and a pillar in his community and the agriculture industry. A long-time resident of Hallsville and a cherished University of Missouri professor emeritus of animal science, Rex left an indelible mark on the world around him.
Born and raised on a dairy farm in Fair Grove, Missouri, Rex’s early life was steeped in agriculture. He and his brothers were known for their prizewinning cattle at fairs and cattle shows across the region. His father, Raymond Ricketts, was a 1937 University of Missouri graduate from the agriculture department who led the use of new access to electricity to improve the Missouri dairy industry. Adding to Rex’s deep Mizzou and agricultural roots, his uncle, Ralph Ricketts, was an MU professor of agricultural engineering.
Destined for the University of Missouri, Rex’s academic journey was distinguished, culminating in a doctorate in dairy husbandry. His leadership extended to various student organizations, including membership in Mizzou’s famous Roughnecks, as well as his Alpha Gamma Sigma fraternity. During his final year as an undergraduate, he was recognized as the Outstanding Senior by the MU College of Agriculture. Throughout his time at MU, Rex found himself mucking stalls at the university’s dairy barns, which had been donated by none other than J.C. Penney, who would often stop by to visit. Rex described him as “quiet, but friendly to a stall mucker.”
Rex also met his wife, Sondra (Rainey) Ricketts, at MU, who graduated with a degree in library science, and with whom he recently celebrated 60 years of marriage. His lifelong interest in Charolais cattle can be attributed to Sondra’s dad, J.E. “Sky” Rainey, who ran a purebred Charolais operation in northwest Missouri, where Sondra grew up. Rex’s two younger brothers followed him in studying agriculture at MU, and all three of his children are
Mizzou graduates as well.
After a remarkable 42-year tenure teaching at the University of Missouri, Rex retired as the Director of the MU Extension Commercial Agriculture Program in 2013. His earlier career was marked by significant roles, including MU Extension State Dairy Specialist and Chair of the MU Department of Dairy Sciences. His efforts in leading dairy programs and improving the Foremost Dairy Research Center’s operations were pivotal for the university and the state. In 1993, the Missouri Dairy Hall of Honors awarded Rex its Dairy Leadership Award, a testament to his profound impact on the industry.
While his academic specialty was dairy science, Rex’s expertise spanned well beyond dairy, as he worked closely with swine, beef, and agronomy educators, as well as industry leaders nationwide. He was lauded for his unique ability to foster multidisciplinary collaboration and develop practical agricultural technology. His leadership in organizing livestock teams at MU exemplified his commitment to the landgrant mission and continues to inspire other university programs across the country. Rex was also a founding board member of the National Center for Beef Excellence and its national genetic evaluation program, responsible for over 30 million commercial cattle throughout the United States. He even led the installation of a quarantine process at the Lambert-St. Louis International Airport to facilitate the shipment of Missouri livestock all over the world. Whether in the classroom or in the field, Rex’s innovative and energetic approach to his work significantly advanced Missouri’s agricultural sector. Rex’s impact was frequently and widely recognized. In 2019, he was honored with the Agriculture Educators Lifetime Achievement Award at the Missouri Livestock Symposium where his contributions were celebrated in the presence of esteemed colleagues and the keynote speaker, Temple Grandin.
Most recently, Rex was inducted into the American-International Charolais Association’s Hall of Fame on April 24, 2024. Having run a renowned breeding operation with his wife Sondra at their 170-acre Ricketts Charolais Ranch for
many years, he served the AICA for over 22 years as chairman of the Breed Improvement Committee, where he helped revolutionize the science and methodology for producing the highest quality Charolais cattle. Fellow Missouri native and Charolais breeder, Jim Husz, attested that Rex’s influence was “almost immeasurable.”
Among many other contributions to his community outside of his work, Rex served for many years as an elder at Trinity Presbyterian Church in Columbia. He had many interests, big and small. He loved watching his children and grandchildren perform in cattle shows, theater, robotics, equestrian competitions, and sports. He was a world-class tomato grower, accomplished swing dancer, and savored the simple joy of a cold Miller High Life at the end of a long day. Not surprisingly, he and Sondra were also avid Mizzou sports fans, season ticket holders for many years.
Rex is survived by his wife, Sondra, a retired librarian, and their three children, Chad Ricketts (wife, Gabrielle Ricketts), Trina Ricketts (husband, Brett Strand), and Neysa Kleinman (husband, Kevin Kleinman), all of whom have continued the family’s legacy of excellence and service. He is also survived by his brother, Kim Ricketts (wife, Linda Ricketts), as well as six grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.
Rex Ricketts was so much more than any one thing; he was a devoted husband, father, brother, friend, educator, visionary, mentor, and community leader whose life and work will be remembered and celebrated by all who had the privilege of knowing him. He will be deeply missed, but his legacy will continue to influence the agriculture industry, his family, and his community for generations to come.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the American Charolais Foundation https://charolaisusa.com/americancharolais-foundation.php which will be used to create a Rex E. Ricketts Memorial Scholarship for Junior Charolais members.
CHAROLAIS BREEDERS
Cochrane, Alta. - July 3, 2024
Sale Manager: By Livestock, Regina, Sask.
Auctioneer: Dammy Skeels, Rimbey, Alta.
Averages: (CANADIAN $) 1
Sale Gross: $411,975
High-selling lots:
$85, 000 – Bred Cow. Pick of the entire female herd. From Elder Charolais, Coronach, Sask. To Lindskov’s LT Ranch, Isabel, S. D. and Full Circle Cattle Company, Lakin, Kan.
Mike & Connie Watkins
Kellie & Scott Porter and Kristie & Jarrod Buhler Lebanon, TN 37087 (615) 444-3114 or (615) 642-0976 Come check out our bulls, females and ET Program!
from 2244, 914, Cigar, Wyoming Wind and D040
$40,000 – Bred Heifer. Pick of the bred heifers. From Kay-R Land & Cattle Ltd., Waskatenau, Alta., To KFC Farms Ltd., Abbotsford, B.C.
$31,000 – Heifer Calf. Pick of the heifer calves. From Springside Cattle Co., Airdrie, Alta. To Landaker Charolais Farm, Brownvale, Alta.
$12,000 – Flush. CML Jewel 889F, 2-22-18, by BCA Monti Montana. From McLeod Livestock, Cochrane, Alta. To Bar SK Cattle Company Ltd., Lloydminster, Alta.
$14,250 – Three Embryos. SVY Historic 241K X SVK Starstruck 901G. From Serhienko Cattle Co., Maymont, Sask. To Elder Charolais.
$5,500 – 25 Units of Semen. Dogpatch Kahlua 94K, 2-15-22, by Cedarlea Houston 119H. From Footprint Farms, Esther, Alta. To Elder Charolais and Eureka Valley Charolais, Wainwright, Alta.
50 YEARS OF CHAROLAIS SUMMERS “The Greatest Show On Earth”
Shade Bunker
President
Hello everyone! My name is Shade Bunker, and I am proud to say the I am your new AIJCA President. I am from Sparta, WI, where my family owns and operates J&A Charolais. My parents are Jeff and Angela Bunker, and I have a younger sister named Breeze who just got elected to the junior board as an At Large Director. I will be a junior this fall at Iowa State University, double majoring in Agricultural Business and Economics. At Iowa State, I serve on the executive team for the Agricultural Business Club as a Reporter. I am a member of the Block and Bridle Organization and help run The Classic preview show each spring. Also, I am a member of the Delta Chapter of the Sigma Alpha Sorority. This will be my 5th year serving on the AIJCA Board of Directors, and this year was my 13th Charolais Junior National as an exhibitor!
The 2024 Charolais Junior National Show and Leadership Conference was held in Belton, Texas June 23rd-28th. The theme for the week was “Party like a RockChar,” and you can bet that we did! It was an incredible week from contests to the showring. The junior board started the week off right by rocking out during opening ceremonies to some of our favorite 80’s rock bands. Throughout the event we had fantastic food, spectacular activities, and we even saw some of our favorite Charolais juniors get hypnotized. I always say that Junior National is hands down my favorite week of the year, and Party Like a Rock Char was no exception!
Four years ago in Brookings, South Dakota, was my first time running for the Charolais Junior Board. I know everyone remembers the craziness of 2020 and the Covid 19 pandemic, but that was not going to stop the Charolais breed from showing
our favorite white cows. This, along with some amazing mentors who previously wore the Blue Jacket, inspired me to run for the junior board at only 16 years old, quite literally the absolute youngest you can be to run. Looking back, I am so glad that I pushed myself to jump right in and start my junior board leadership as soon as possible. These past four years in the blue jacket have brought me countless experiences and opportunities. I am happy to say that I have made some of my best friends through this junior board, from Maryland to Colorado, Minnesota to Texas, and every state in between! I am beyond blessed to be able to give back to this amazing Charolais association.
With that, I am so excited to start this year off right by leading the 3rd annual VitaFerm CharFocus Leadership Conference at my home away from home in Ames, Iowa at Iowa State University July 22nd-25th. We have another jam-packed week full of fun events, leadership development, and agricultural industry activities. I cannot wait to spend another week with my Charolais family in the Cyclone City! Roll Clones!!
I want to say thank you again to the Texas Planning Committee and the 2023-2024
AIJCA Junior Board of Directors for all of your hard work in planning and executing this year’s Junior National. It certainly was a Rock Char week!
The 2024-2025 Junior Board of Directors is another outstanding group of young leaders that I hope you all get to meet this upcoming year! I am so excited to begin working with them and the Missouri Planning Committee to begin preparations for the 2025 Charolais Junior National in Springfield, Mo. There truly is no better year to lead this organization then for the 50th anniversary of the Charolais Junior National Show. Mark your calendars for next summer June 16th -21st, 2025. On behalf of the new Junior Board, we cannot wait to see you all there. We will work diligently this year to make sure it’s “The Greatest Show on Earth!”
President
Shade Bunker Sparta, WI (608) 855-0270
Officers
shadebunker1@gmail.com
Vice President
Nissa Olsen Manhattan, KS (785) 313-2975
nco.charolais@gmail.com
Secretary Ethan Shoemake Warner, OK (918) 424-8703
ethan.shoemake2004@gmail.com
Area 1
Treasurer
Tannah Cassatt
Webb City, MO (417) 499-7935 tmcassatt@gmail.com
Ex-Officio Weston Schrader Wells, KS (785) 488-6390 weston.schrader@gmail.com
Directors By Area
Makennah Tucker Briggsdale, CO (970) 397-6163
makennaht14@gmail.com
Area 2
Sarah Mead Aurora, NE (402) 694-3907
sarah.mead@hamilton.net
Area 3
Josi Schrader Wells, KS (785) 488-6467 josischrader@icloud.com
Area 4
Lexi Huse Elm Mott, TX (254) 299-7099 lexihuse2006@gmail.com
Area 5
Macy Hoag Illinois City, IL (563) 506-3853 macyhoag@gmail.com
Area 6
Tannah Cassatt Webb City, MO (417) 499-7935 tmcassatt@gmail.com
Fundraising
Tannah Cassatt
Programs & Activities
Nissa Olsen
Area 7
Nissa Olsen Manhattan, KS (785) 313-2975
nco.charolais@gmail.com
Area 8
Marie Downey Prattville, AL (812) 573-6606 downeyme03@gmail.com
At Large Sidney Allard Sidney, NE (308) 249-7318 sidneyallard05@gmail.com At Large Breeze Bunker Sparta, WI (608) 855-0075 bunkerbreeze2@gmail.com At Large Hayden Englert Washington, KS (512) 987-8417 skeeter.englert@gmail.com At Large Ethan Shoemake Warner, OK (918) 424-8703 ethan.shoemake2004@gmail.com
Membership
Ethan Shoemake
Junior National Shade Bunker
Membership in the nationwide American-International Junior Charolais Association (AIJCA) is open to anyone 21 years of age and under as of January 1 of the present year. The initial membership fee is $30 and $25 annual dues thereafter. A I J C A M e m b e r s h i p
Donor
CHAROLAIS SPOTLIGHT
CARTER HOGE (19), GOOD HOPE, ILLINOIS
How did you get into showing cattle? And more specifically Charolais?
Carter – I have always shown a few different breeds of cattle, but when I first started showing cattle I always had a Charolais in the barn and have continued to do so throughout my show career. I love working on at least one white cow a year and being surrounded by the great people within the breed.
What gets you out of bed in the morning? What’s your why?
Carter –I am very driven to make sure everything looks the best it can whether it’s washing heifers or feeding livestock and cleaning pens. I have always had a certain way it is done and do it consistently every day. With showing 4 different species, it is a lot to worry about every second you are not out there.
What is one thing you’d tell somebody to get them involved in our breed?
Carter –That it’s an incredible breed of cattle with amazing people and an awesome Junior National.
You’ve been allowed to create the highest quality show heifer ever made, what does she look like?
Carter –Bold ribbed, big bodied female that steps down on foot size and bone with comfort and flexibility, all while proportioning with presence and an attractive look.
What is your favorite memory in the show ring?
Carter –My favorite memory in the show ring would be in Louisville, Kentucky in 2022 when I had the opportunity to show the Reserve Supreme Champion Junior Heifer.
What are you most looking forward to at the Greatest Show in Springfield, MO?
Carter –I am most excited for the kickball tournament.
*Interviewed by AIJCA Board
ISAAC HUGHES APPOINTED SOUTHEAST
FIELD REPRESENTATIVE
FOR THE AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL CHAROLAIS ASSOCIATION
The American International Charolais Association (AICA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Isaac Hughes as its new Southeast Field Representative. In this role, Isaac will be responsible for advancing the interests of Charolais cattle breeders throughout the Southeastern United States, leveraging his extensive experience in agriculture and deep-rooted passion for Charolais cattle.
Isaac Hughes brings a strong background in agriculture and agribusiness, having earned a Bachelor of Science in Agribusiness Production from Mississippi State University and an Associate of Arts from Northeast Mississippi Community College. In his previous role as Program Technician at the USDA Farm Service Agency, he demonstrated exceptional initiative in managing programs and assisting producers in navigating regulatory processes.
His tenure as Herd Manager at Bar H Farm underscored Isaac’s commitment to understanding beef herd practices and genetic improvements in cattle breeding. Through his proactive approach and utilization of advanced techniques like Artificial Insemination and Embryo Transfer, Isaac has consistently enhanced herd genetics and operational efficiencies.
"Joining the American International Charolais Association is a life-long goal for me," said Isaac Hughes. "I look forward to working with Charolais breeders in the Southeast to promote the breed’s exceptional qualities and support their success in the competitive beef industry."
Isaac’s dedication to the agricultural community is further evidenced by his involvement in various organizations, including the Mississippi Farm Bureau Federation and the Mississippi Cattlemen’s Association. His leadership as the Young Farmer and Rancher Chair for Tishomingo County and participation in the Young Cattlemen’s Leadership Program highlights his commitment to advancing agricultural practices and advocating for fellow producers.
"We are thrilled to welcome Isaac Hughes to our team," said Brett Spader, Executive Vice President of the American International Charolais Association. "His knowledge & commitment to the Charolais breed, coupled with his strong desire to create success for breeders make him a natural addition to our organization. We know he will be invaluable as we continue to expand the reach of Charolais genetics in the Southeast.”
Isaac Hughes can be reached at ihughes@charolaisusa.com or (662) 660-3164 for inquiries related to Charolais cattle and the activities of the American International Charolais Association in the Southeast region.
C H A R O L A I S
ALABAMA
CALIFORNIA
A. Summerford II
West Pike Road Falkville, AL 35622
12 miles north of Cullman (256) 784-5255 Bus. (256) 758-0653 Cell Alan Summerford • (256) 758-0652 E-Mail: bjrsummerford@charter.net www.bjrsummerford.com
COLORADO
(217) 285-5213 rick@curfmancharolais.com Roger Curfman (217) 491-1923
Dale (815) 674-4419
Steve (815) 674-2395
Larry (815) 674-2397
Trent (815) 992-0282
Nick (815) 822-4417
“We don’t keep our cows, they keep us.”
Ron & Diane Nord & Family 2104 Charolais Lane Bloomington, IL 61704 (309) 828-1448 or (309) 827-0457 (309) 275-0409 Ron cell
Charolais Since
The Don Olsen Family 17050 Tuttle Creek Blvd. • Randolph, KS 66554 785-313-2913 • 785-313-2975 fancycreek@kansas.net www.fancycreekcharolais.com
Terrill & Sarah Strnad 1716 280th Road Formoso, Kansas 785-794-2471 home 785-243-8600 mobile tsstrnad@nckcn.com www.tsstrnadcharolais.com
Breeding Quality Charolais Seedstock Since 1962 Family Farming Since 1937 Wakefield Farms
CHAROLAIS • RED ANGUS
Larry, Kyle & Dan Wakefield • (507) 402-4640 20701 150th St. • New Richland, MN 56072
NEBRASKA
Dybdal Charolais
Larry & Krista Dybdal 88361 575th Ave • Newcastle, NE 68757 Home: 402-692-3704 • Cell: 402-841-9784 kldybdal@nntc.net
West Fork Ranch
Roseann Wilson (308) 750 - 8708 78939 Hwy 10 • Loup City, NE 68853
www.westforkranch.com
Riley (308) 880-0828 Steph (308) 880-0681
(406) 795-8219 1052 Hwy 261 N. Wibaux, MT 59353 (406) 798-3675 13221 CR 339 Sidney, MT 59270
40842 Farnam Road Farnam, NE 69029 Ryan (308) 320-4067 Marty (308) 362-4941
605-237-0526 Lane: 701-351-3298 binachar@polarcomm.com
Ray D. Winz & Sons
72354 Q Rd. • Holdrege, NE 68949
Doug (308) 991-6941, Steve (308) 567-2286 Greg (308) 991-6571 Contact us for Semen on our Trait Leading Sires.
Since 1959
Gerald and Loretta Effertz and Family PO Box 640 • Velva, ND 58790-0640 Neil (701) 223-5202 Bryan (701) 624-5104 ekrinc@srt.com
OKLAHOMA OHIO
Curtiss & Brenda Nipp P.O. Box 239 Wilson, OK 73463 (580) 668-3332 nippcharolais@yahoo.com
& Peggy Castleberry 873
PENNSYLVANIA
PENNSYLVANIA
DAREN STATLER, DVM 6651 Valley Camp Rd. Greencastle, PA 17225 (717) 729-6453 darenstatler@centurylink.net www.descocharolaisfarm.com
SOUTH CAROLINA
Boscamp (830) 857-5129 julieboscamp@yahoo.com
Ludeke (832) 439-4666 E-mail: larryl@qiminc.com
Striving towards excellence in Charolais since 1996
Billy Stein, Manager (979) 200-1300 Tyson Hann (979) 324-6659 • tyson@svrtx.com • Roy W. Hann Jr. www.svrtx.com • Ranch Located Near Gause 1824 Comal Ridge Dr • College Station, TX 77845
Full French Charolais Bulls For Sale Private Treaty Bulls and Heifers
Cuero/Victoria, Texas area (281) 467-4710 • (713) 444-5708 • (713) 204-4903 ramro@comcast.net
Rafael Ortega • Owner Raul Montez • Manager
39606 FM 1736 West Hempstead, TX 77445 (832) 331-6800
SKEANS CATTLE CO.
Fall Bull Sale • October 20 P.O. Box 595 • Raymondville, TX 78580 (956) 689-5162 • Fax (956) 689-3693 E-mail: thomasra@gte.net
MARKETPLACE SERVICES
INSURANCE SALE MANAGEMENT
OF EVENTS CALENDAR
AICA EVENTS
AUGUST 1
Deadline for submitting performance information for September 2024 Analysis
AUGUST 11
Missouri State Fair Class A ROE Show, Sedalia, Mo.
SEPTEMBER 1
Deadline for submitting performance information for October 2024 Analysis
SEPTEMBER 14
Kansas State Fair Class A ROE Show, Hutchinson, Kan.
OCTOBER 5
Keystone International Livestock Exposition Class A ROE Show, Harrisburg, Pa.
OCTOBER 16
Northern International Livestock Exposition Class A ROE Show, Billings, Mont.
AFFILIATE EVENTS
Contact David Hobbs (816) 464-2474, ext 200, dhobbs@charolaisusa.com with affiliate event dates.
M O R E O N T H E W E B: www.charolaisusa.com/calendar.html
AUGUST 2024
August 1 – Deadline for submitting performance information to AICA for September 2024 Genetic Analysis.
August 5-7 – Texas A&M Beef Cattle Short Course, College Station, Texas.
August 7 – Indiana State Fair Open Charolais Show. Indianapolis, Ind.
August 8 – Illinois State Fair Open Charolais Show, Springfield, Ill.
August 11 – Missouri State Fair Class A ROE Show, Sedalia, Mo.
August 12 – State Fair of West Virginia Open Charolais Show. Lewisburg, W. Va.
August 17 – Iowa State Fair Open Charolais Show, Des Moines, Iowa.
August 23 – New York State Fair Open Charolais Show. Syracuse, N.Y.
August 24 – Kentucky State Fair Open Charolais Show, Louisville, Ky.
August 24 – Tennessee State Fair Open Charolais Show. Lebanon, Tenn.
August 25 – Maryland State Fair Open Charolais Show. Timonium, Md.
August 27 – Wright Charolais Fall Bred Heifer & Genetics Online Sale. CK Online Sales. Contact: Derry Wright or Chris Peuster.
August 28 – Nebraska State Fair Open Charolais Show, Grand Island, Neb.
August 28 – South Dakota State Fair Open Charolais Show, Huron, S. D.
August 30 – 5J Charolais/Tiger Country Charolais The Next Generation Online Sale. SC Online Sales. Contact: David, Dustin or Kevin Johansen or Steve Curtis. August 31 – Minnesota State Fair Open Charolais Show, St. Paul, Minn.
SEPTEMBER 2024
September 1 – Deadline for submitting performance information to AICA for October 2024 Genetic Analysis. September 2 – 31st Annual Autumn In The Ozarks Sale, Noon, at Chappell’s Sale Arena, Stratford, Mo. Sale Manager: Mitchell Management.
September 7 – Bradley Cattle, Charolais & Red Angus Field Day, at the farm, Marshfield, Mo. Contact: Bruce Bradley.
September 14 – Kansas State Fair Class A ROE Show, Hutchinson, Kan.
September 14 – Oklahoma State Fair Open Charolais Show, Oklahoma City, Okla.
September 14 – Wild Indian Acres River City Collection, 6 p.m., River City Casino, St. Louis, Mo. Auctioneer: Cody Lowderman. Sale Manager: Hubert Cattle Sales.
September 18 – 23rd Annual Thomas Ranch Steer & Heifer Private Treaty Sale. Initial Bids Close at Dark. steerbidder.com. Contact Troy Thomas or Cally Kindred. September 21 – Ricketts Charolais Ranch Complete Dispersal Sale, 1 p.m., Wheeler Angus Sale Facility, Paris, Mo. Auctioneer: Chas Wheeler. Sale Manager: OutFront Cattle Service.
September 27-28 – NextGen Cattle Company Flint Hills Fall Classic Bull Sale, at the ranch Paxico, Kan. Auctioneer: Doak Lambert.
September 28 – Tulsa State Fair Open Charolais Show. Tulsa, Okla.
OCTOBER 2024
October 1 – Deadline for submitting performance information to AICA for November 2024 Genetic Analysis.
Octobr 3 - Bertsche Cattle 6th Annual Bred for Greatness Online Sale. CKOnlineSales.com
Contact: CK Sales & Marketing.
October 5 – Bradley Cattle & Hankins Farms Charolais & Red Angus Fall Colors Sale, 6 p.m., at Hankins Sale Facility, Republic, Mo. Auctioneer: Cody Lowderman. Sale Manager: Innovation AgMarketing LLC.
October 5 – Keystone International Livestock Exposition Class A ROE Show. Harrisburg, Pa.
October 5 – Southern Connection Sale, 1 p.m. Knoxville Livestock Market, Knoxville, Tenn. Sale Sponsor: South Carolina Charolais Association; Georgia-Florida Charolais Association. Auctioneer: Greg Clifton. Sale Manager: Outfront Cattle Service.
October 6 – Keystone International Livestock Exposition Junior Charolais Heifer Show. Harrisburg, Pa.
October 12 – Cody Cattle Company Select Female Sale Volume II, Noon, at the ranch, Scandia, Kan.
Contact: Cody Runft.
October 12 – Thomas Charolais, Inc., Annual Fall Bull Sale, 1 p.m., at the ranch, Raymondville, Texas. Contact: Mitch Thomas or Tonnyre Thomas-Joe.
October 12 – Wild Indian Acres Fall Bull Sale, 1 p.m., Joplin Regional Stockyards, Carthage, Mo. Sale Manager: Hubert Cattle Sales.
October 13 –Aces Wild Ranch, Southern Belles Fall Female Sale, noon, CCI.Live. Sale Manager: Innovatiion AgMarketing LLC.
October 16 – Northern International Livestock Exposition Junior Charolais Show, Billings, Mont.
October 16 – Northern International Livestock Exposition Class A ROE Show and Open Percentage Show, Billings, Mont.
October 17 – WGB Cattle The Ladies In White Online Sale. SC Online Sales. Contact: Will Blankers.
October 18 – Meadows Creek Farm 14th Annual Arcadia Black & White Bull Sale, Arcadia Stockyards, Arcadia, Fla. Contact: Richard or Glenn Meadows.
October 18 – South Carolina State Fair Open Charolais Show. Columbia, S. C.
October 18 – State Fair of Texas Pan American Livestock Exposition Open Charolais Show. Dallas, Texas.
October 19 – Angell-Thomas Charolais Bull & Female Sale, 12:30 p.m., at the farm Paris, Mo. Contact: Russ or Sally Thomas.
October 19 – Bradley Cattle Bull Sale, at Springfield Livestock Marketing Center, Springfield, Mo. Contact: Bruce Bradley.
October 19 – Fink Beef Genetics Fall Bull Sale, at Fink Beef Genetics Sale Facility, Randolph, Kan. Contact: Galen or Lori Fink or Megan or Chad Larson.
October 19 – Rogers Bar HR Fall Turn Out Bull Sale, 12:30 p.m., at the ranch, Collins, Miss. Contact: Doug Rogers.
October 22 – BJR Summerford Annual Online Bull Sale. CKOnlineSales.com. Contact: Robert Summerford.
October 24 – ECP Cattle Show Heifer & Bull Online Sale. CKOnlineSales.com Contact: Ehtan Propp. October 24 – JMAR Genetics & Guests Quality Over Quantity Bull and Heifer Online Sale. DVauction.com. Contact: Jim Johnson.
October 25 – Virginia Tech 30th Annual Hokie Harvest Sale. Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Va. Contact: Dan Eversole.
October 25 – Royal Breeders Bull Classic, 8 a.m., American Royal Livestock Show, Hale Arena, Kansas City, Mo. Sale Sponsor: Missouri Charolais Breeders Association. Contact: Jeannine Doughty or David Hobbs.
October 25 – Royal Collection Charolais Sale, 1:30 p.m., American Royal Livestock Show Wagstaff Sale Center, Kansas City, Mo. Sale Sponsor: Missouri Charolais Breeders Association. Sale Manager: JWC Marketing LLC.
October 26 – American Royal Livestock Show Junior Charolais and Percentage Heifer Show, 8 a.m., Kansas City, Mo.
October 26 – American Royal Livestock Show
National ROE Show, Kansas City, Mo.
October 26 – L.G. Herndon Jr. Farms Best of the South 6th Annual Bull Sale at the farm, Lyons, Ga. Contact: L.G. Herndon Jr., Sky Herndon-Jones, Kevin Asbury or Floyd Wampler.
October 26 – Mead Farms Fall Production Sale, Noon. Mead Farms Sale Headquarters, Versailles, Mo. Auctioneers: Jerry Lehmann; Wes Tiemann. Contact:
Alan Mead or Scott Wall.
October 26 – Nipp Charolais Fall Production Sale, at the ranch, Wilson, Okla. Contact: Curtiss Nipp. October 27-28 – AICA Fall Board of Directors and Committee Meetings. KCI Expo Center, Kansas City, Mo. Contact: AICA
NOVEMBER 2024
November 1 – Deadline for submitting performance information to AICA for December 2024 Genetic Analysis.
November 2 – Fox Hollow Farms Fall Production Sale, Volume IV, 1 p.m., at the ranch, Hulbert, Okla. Contact: Stephen Mellott.
November 2 – The Fall Bull Sale. Mid-State Stockyards, Letohatchee, Ala. Contact: Bobby Keahey. November 2 – Wright Charolais The Fall Event Female & Bull Sale, 1 p.m. Wright Charolais Sale Facility, Kearney, Mo. Auctioneer: Greg Goggins. Sale Manager: Hubert Cattle Sales.
November 9 – OK Charolais Bull Sale, 1 p.m., McAlester Union Stockyards, McAlester, Okla. Auctioneer: Greg Clifton. Sale Manager: Outfront Cattle Service. November 15 – Wienk Charolais Ranch Legends Of The Fall Bull Sale. Arcadia Stockyard, Arcadia, Fla. Contact: Jeff, Sterling, Stetson or Ty Eschenbaum.
November 15-16 – Cavender Ranches Fall Production Sale, at the ranch, Jacksonville, Texas.
November 16 – North American International Livestock Exposition Junior Charolais and Percentage Heifer Show. Louisville, Ky.
November 18 – North American International Livestock Exposition National ROE Show. Louisville, Ky.
DECEMBER 2024
December 1 – Deadline for submitting performance information to AICA for January 2025 Genetic Analysis. December 6 – Meadows Creek Farm 19th Annual It’s All Black & White Bull Sale, Mid States Stockyards, Letachatchee, Ala. Contact: Richard or Glenn Meadows.
December 6 – Schurrtop Ranch Charolais & Angus Bull Sale. Tri-State Livestock, McCook, Neb. Auctioneer: Cody Lowderman. Contact: Marty or Ryan Schurr. December 7 – 33rd Annual Rancher’s Choice Bull Sale, 1 p.m. Nixon Livestock Commission Company, Nixon, Texas. Auctioneer: Greg Clifton. Sale Manager: Outfront Cattle Service.
JANUARY 2025
January 1 – Deadline for submitting performance information to AICA for February 2025 Genetic Analysis.
January 5 – Cattlemen’s Congress Class A ROE Charolais Heifer & Bull Pen Show, 11 a.m., Oklahoma City, Okla.
January 6 – Cattlemen’s Congress Junior Charolais and Percentage Heifer Show, 8 a.m., Oklahoma City, Okla.
January 6 – Cattlemen’s Congress Class A ROE Show & Open Percentage Heifer Show. Oklahoma City, Okla.
January 18 – National Western Stock Show National ROE Charolais Heifer & Bull Pen Show. Denver, Colo.
January 18 – 46th National Charolais Sale, 1:30 p.m., National Western Stock Show H. W. Hutchison Family Stockyards Event Center, Denver, Colo. Sale Sponsor: American-International Charolais Association. Sale Manager: CK Sales and Marketing.
January 19 –National Western Stock Show Junior Charolais and Percentage Heifer Show, 8 a.m. Denver,
Colo.
January 20 –National Western Stock Show National ROE Show, 8 a.m. Denver, Colo.
January 31 – Charolais Association of Texas Cowtown Cattle Drive Sale. Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo, West Arena, Fort Worth, Texas. Auctioneer: Justin B. Stout. Sale Manager: JWC Marketing LLC.
FEBRUARY 2025
February 1 – Deadline for submitting performance information to AICA for March 2025 Genetic Analysis.
February 1 – 56th National Charolais Show. Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo, Fort Worth, Texas.
February 4-6 – National Cattlemen’s Beef Association CattleCon 2025. San Antonio, Texas.
February 17 – Rennert Ranch/Heart-J Char-Lay 9th Annual Performance on the Platte Charolais Bull Sale, 1 p.m. Darr Feedyard Bull Development Center, Cozad, Neb. Auctioneer: Matt Printz. Contact: Kristian Rennert.
February 21 – R Lazy B Ranch Annual Production Sale,1 p.m. Hub City Livestock, Aberdeen, S. D. Contact: Robert Birklid.
February 22 – Rogers Bar HR Spring Turn Out Bull Sale, 12:30 p.m., at the ranch, Collins, Miss. Contact: Doug Rogers.
MARCH 2025
March 1 – Deadline for submitting performance information to AICA for April 2025 Genetic Analysis.
March 1 – Mead Farms Spring Performance Tested Bull Sale, Noon. Mead Farms Sale Headquarters, Versailles, Mo. Auctioneers: Jerry Lehmann; Wes Tiemann. Contact: Alan Mead or Scott Wall.
March 8 – Wright Charolais 18th Annual Bull Sale. Wright Charolais Sale Facility, Kearney, Mo. Auctioneer: Greg Goggins. Sale Manager: Hubert Cattle Sales.
March 14 – Bar S Ranch 35th Annual Production Sale, 12:30 p.m., at the ranch, Paradise, Kan. Contact: David ot Stephanie Dickerson.
March 15 – Wild Indian Acres Annual Spring Bull Sale, 1 p.m. Joplin Regional Stockyards, Joplin, Mo. Sale Manager: Hubert Cattle Sales.
March 15 – Bradley Cattle Spring Bull & Female Sale, 4 p.m., Springfield Livestock Marketing Center, Springfield, Mo. Contact: Bruce Bradley.
March 15 – Windy Hill Charolais 3rd Annual Open House, 1 p.m., at the farm, Cedar Hill, Mo. Contact: David or Annette Bonacker.
March 22 – 8 Story Farms 7th Annual Production Sale, 1 p.m. Daviess County Livestock Market, Gallatin, Mo. Contact: Austin or Courtney Story.
March 22 – Zehnder Waage Partnership Annual Bull Sale. Waage Farms, Greenbush, Minn. Sale Manager: CK Sales and Marketing.
APRIL 2025
April 1 – AICA Herd Enrollment Deadline
April 5 – Peterson Farms Charolais 32nd Annual Top Pick Bull Sale, 1 p.m. Peterson Farms Sale Facility, Mtn. Grove, Mo. Sale Manager: Mitchell Management. April 26 – Wienk Charolais Ranch 56th Annual Bull Sale, at the ranch, Lake Preston, S.D. Contact: Jeff, Sterling, Stetson or Ty Eschenbaum.
MAY 2025
May 10 – Mead Farms Female & Bull Sale, NOON. Mead Farms Sale Headquarters, Versailles, Mo. Auctioneers: Jerry Lehmann; Wes Tiemann. Contact: Alan Mead or Scott Wall.
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21 Ranch ......................................................... 78
46th National Sale .......................................... 8
8 Story Farms ................................................ 68
5J Charolais 68
Aces Wild Ranch 9
Agricola Knoll Farm 79
Allison Charolais ............................................ 72
Arlitt Ranch ...................................................... 5
Autumn In The Ozarks................................... 10
B & B Farms 70
Bar J Charolais 7, 78
Bar S Ranch 76
Beavers Charolais ......................................... 76
Bella Angel Farms ............................................ 5
Big Creek Charolais ....................................... 68
Bina Charolais ................................................ 77
Biozyme 28
Bill King Ranch 77
Boscamp’s Arrowhead Ranch 78
Bovine Elite, LLC. ...........................................80
Boyert & Core ................................................ 23
Bracewell Cattle Co. ...................................... 78
Bradley Cattle 68
Broken Box Ranch 75
Bullard Cattle 76
Cardinal Charolais ......................................... 75
Castleberry’s Hilltop C Charolais ................. 78
Charolais Association of Texas .................. 78
Charolais Banner 80
Christensen Charolais Ranch 67
CK Sales and Marketing 8
Clayford Ranch Charolais ............................. 78
Clifton, Greg ...................................................80
Condra Charolais Farms ............................... 70
Corman Charolais ......................................... 68
Crews Farms 79
Crutcher, Matt 80
Curfman Farm 76
Danley Farm ................................................... 78
DeBruycker Charolais ................................... 72
Dennis Charolais Farm .................................. 79
DESCO Charolais Farm 16, 78
Domek Charolais 77
Double R Dees 79
Dybdal Charolais ........................................... 77
Eaton Charolais ................................. Inside Front ECP Cattle........................................................... 78
Effertz Key Ranch ........................................ 78
Elder Charolais ................................................ 3
Endsley’s Charolais Farm 76 Evans Charolais
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