March 2025 Journal

CHAROLAIS

JOURNAL

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WCR

CHAROLAIS

11700 NW Plaza Circle • Kansas City, MO 64153

(816) 464-5977 • fax (816) 464-5759 www.charolaisusa.com

D&D MS CLARICE 2809 PLD ET Selling 2-Granddaughters sired by DC/CRJ Tank E108 P One dam is sired by LHD Cigar, (16B) EF1260348 and one sired by CJC Mr President T122 P (28K) Backed up by Super Pedigrees and fantastic EPDs Also a couple of exciting bred Tank Daughters! Arlitt Ranch

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WCF Mr. Silver Gun M847860 Powerhouse sire!

HUBERT CHAROLAIS RANCH

Brett Spader Executive Vice President

“ “ HOW ARE WE “SHOWING-UP”? Leaders or Followers

Knowing our customers and what they need to move their herds – and the Charolais breed –forward in the industry is how we should all be working to “show-up” every day.

Isaw a headline recently that posed the question of how we show up in our dayto-day lives and in our profession. The question asked: Do we show up as leaders, followers, or do we just show up?

Nearly my entire life I've been able to witness firsthand the profound impact that dedicated seedstock producers have on our industry. And while no one in the seedstock business simply “shows up”, that question made me wonder if we’re really cognizant of how we’re “showing up” for the industry, the Charolais breed and our customers.

Every day, we see our producers working tirelessly to improve the genetics they are sending into the commercial sector, and, as an association, we’re committed to supporting these efforts with the resources our producers need to excel.

As a breed, we’re doing a great job of not only utilizing but leveraging the technologies we have available to make improvements. I’ve watched the adoption of GE-EPDs amongst our membership and seen how they have propelled genetic prediction accuracy, especially in young, unproven animals. Providing customers with the most reliable genetic information available is the ultimate customer service value-add – a value we need to ensure every customer knows they are receiving.

In conversations with some of the most progressive seedstock producers in our industry, both in the Charolais breed and across the seedstock industry, I’ve picked up on some of the success drivers they are using to market year-round. The most common differentiator for these operations is the understanding that marketing happens every day of the year in every aspect of the operation, and the ongoing use of the resources they have available to them. They are communicators and are meeting their

customers where they are in their knowledge of programs and technology to help maximize the dollars they are spending with their operation.

Every situation looks a little different. I know seedstock producers who personally deliver bulls so they can take the time to see a customer’s herd and gain a better understanding of what their goals and challenges are. Some are scheduling visits at other times of the year; some are assisting with marketing feeder calves and replacement heifers; and some are offering more out-of-the-box opportunities like a basic class on AI before their sale.

Knowing our customers and what they need to move their herds – and the Charolais breed – forward in the industry is how we should all be working to “show-up” every day.

As we head into the last month of bull sale season, I would challenge us all to think about how we can strengthen our relationships in the industry by learning more about the customers we work with. As we reflect on those relationships, let’s think about how we can communicate opportunities, share resources…perhaps build resources…that allow us to better serve our customers and the industry. I would encourage us all to spend some time on the AICA website and matching the association’s provided resources to opportunities to communicate and better serve your customers. And, as always, you’re just a phone call away from a staff excited to help you help your customers.

UPDATES ASSOCIATION

AICA NEW MEMBERS

ARMAS

AIJCA NEW MEMBERS

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.

Female Enrollments

Female enrollments for 2025 are open January 1, 2025. Regardless of the program you choose, your active females should be enrolled. There are 2 enrollment programs:

WHR – Each active female is enrolled at $16 until April 1. For the $16 you get the registration and transfer of the calf born in 2025. You will also get EPDs on unregistered calves with weight data in valid contemporary groups. The enrollment fee goes up after April 1.

PPR – Each active female is enrolled, however there is no fee attached to the enrollment. You will pay the traditional registration and transfer fees as you register and transfer the calves, depending on the age of the calf. EPDs on unregistered calves is not part of the PPR program.

AICA Annual Membership Meeting, Spring Board of Directors Meeting & Committee Meetings, April 14-15

The AICA Annual Membership Meeting, Spring Board of Directors and Committee Meetings will be held Monday, April 14 and Tuesday, April 15 at the Holiday Inn – Kansas City International Airport, KCI Expo Center. Refer to page 21 for more information.

AICA Genomic Credit Program

New for 2025, AICA members are invited to take part in our recently-released Genomic Credit Program. This incentive rewards breeders that contribute data records by providing a credit on genomic testing. Requested records include Yearling Weight, Carcass Ultrasound, Foot Structure, Docility, Dam’s Mature Weight & Height, and for every record submitted members can receive a $5 credit towards their 100k Genomic Testing. (Limit $20/animal)

For more information, contact: SARAH ALMOND, Assistant Recording Secretary salmond@charolaisusa.com or 816-464-2474 Ext. 402 or MAGGIE SMITHEE, Recording Secretary msmithee@charolaisusa.com or 816-464-2474 Ext. 401

Year letter for 2025 is N

Record your 2025 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.

Animals Held in the System

American-International CHAROLAIS Association UPDATES 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

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

AICA Directors By Area

Area 1

Scott Eaton 113 Georgetown Dr Glendive, MT 59330 (406) 989-0407

term expires 2024

Area 2

Bob Wagner

18025 WCR 128 Nunn, CO 80648 (970) 420-2336

term expires 2026

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.

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.

PA Policy as of 9/1/24

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.

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

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 Almond • Ext. 402 Salmond@charolaisusa.com

To Use The Extension Numbers Listed For The Above Staff, Phone (816) 464-5977.

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 308 7th Road Herkimer, KS 66508 (785) 719-1622

Hschotte@Charolaisusa.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

Larry Lehman

ACF

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

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

Spader Kaitlyn Chism

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 CHAIRMAN

Tyler Davis Area 9 Director

2025 Special Board of Directors & Commercial Committee Meeting

Renaissance Denver, Colorado

Sunday, January 19, 2025

Commercial Committee Meeting

Chairman: Mitch Thomas

Members Present in Person or by Zoom: Mitch Thomas, Chad Zehnder, Scott Eaton, Jerry Maltby (Bob Wagner), Joe Epperly, Josh Owens (Michael Sturgess), Bruce Bradley, Sharlene Bullard, LG Herndon, Jr. (Frank Ellis), David Clark

Chairman Mitch Thomas called the meeting to order.

Presentations Given

1. Business Plan Review – Charolais Branded Beef Program AICA and MeatLink staff provided an update on a more finalized business plan for a branded beef initiative, which included progress made in the last 90 days around potential branding, potential customer feedback, reports from additional consultants, and deep discussion around supply management and genetic verification of supply. Discussions ensued around how to continue to refine the approach and continue to consider options and planning between now and the April meeting

2. Edacious Project Scope Review

Edacious provided a project scope for a 12-month research trial to establish competitive differentiation for our genetics in the terms of nutritive value, tenderness, amino acid/flavor

profiles, and other elements to define Charolais eating experience outside of quality grade. Options for establishing Carbon Footprint claims and benchmarking were also discussed, as well as cofunding with outside investment. A small initial exploratory project in this area was completed last fall, and results indicated a positive outcome for this initiative. Results from this research will be published, as well as utilized to make marketing claims in either a branded beef initiative or through opportunities with now emerging retail supply chains. Discussion of grant funding approaches and nontraditional funding support were also provided.

3. USDA Live Animal Spec & Strategy Update

4. Ranch to Retail – Updates

Ranch to Retail provided an overview of a potential working relationship with AICA, which includes retailer advocacy, supply chain creation & planning, access to retail-lead supply chains, grant solicitation, and additional industry consulting.

5. Power of Yield Industry Study

A white paper on the value of yield as modeled by the current AICA breed averages was presented-noting the impressive need for emphasis on yield grade in today’s market. This paper provided expected results in a real-world beef marketing scenario, with values identified through

boxed beef value and retail value. This information will be utilized in outreach with industry partners in packing, retail and food service.

Action Taken

1. Joe Epperly moved to approve the Edacious Project at a cost of $216,000. David Clark seconded. MOTION CARRIED.

2. Joe Epperly moved to approve the Ranch2Retail proposal at a cost of $25,000 per month on a month-tomonth basis. David Clark seconded. MOTION CARRIED.

3. Scott Eaton moved that no action be taken on the Charolais Branded Beef Program at this meeting, that the CBB Program be taken up at the Spring Meeting of the AICA, and that a proposed legal structure of the CBB be developed in the meantime. Joe Epperly seconded. MOTION CARRIED.

4. Chad Zehnder moved not to renew Marcine Moldenhauer, MeatLink, consultancy but to utilize her on an as-need basis. Bob Wagner seconded. Debate ensued. MOTION FAILED.

5. Chad Zehnder moved that Marcine’s consultancy be renewed at $25,000/ month until the Spring Meeting of the AICA. Bob Wagner seconded. MOTION CARRIED.

6. Meeting Adjourned.

2025 Annual Membership Meeting, Committee Meetings, & Board of Directors Meeting

Holiday Inn – Kansas City International Airport, KCI Expo Center 11728 NW Ambassador Drive, Kansas City, MO 64153

AMERICAN-INTERNATIONAL CHAROLAIS ASSOCIATION

2025 Annual Membership Meeting April 14,2025 • 5:30 p.m. Agenda

1.Call to Order – Michael Sturgess

2. Review April 2024 Minutes

Schedule

Monday, April 14, 2025

3. Report of the President – Michael Sturgess

4. Report of the Executive Vice President

5. Report of the Secretary – Chad Zehnder

6. Report of the Treasurer – David Hubert

All Meetings Below at the KCI Expo Center

11:00 – 12:30 p.m. Long Range Planning Committee

12:30 – 1:30 p.m. CPI/Executive Committee Meetings

1:30 – 2:30 p.m. Affiliate Committee Meetings

2:00 – 2:30 p.m. AIJCF Board of Trustees Committee Meeting

2:30 – 3:00 p.m. American Charolais Foundation Committee Meeting

3:00 – 3:30 p.m. Junior Council Committee Meeting

3:30 – 5:00 p.m. Breed Improvement Committee Meeting

5:30 p.m. – TBD 2025 Annual Membership Meeting

AICA Office

6:30 p.m. – TBD AICA Hall of Fame Inductees, Awards Ceremony, & Reception/Dinner

Tuesday, April 15, 2025

7:30 – 8:30 a.m. New Board Orientation Meeting Light Breakfast - AICA Office

All Meetings Below at the KCI Expo Center

8:30 – 9:00 a.m. Rules & Ethics Committee Meeting

8:30 – 9:00 a.m. Advertising/Marketing Committee Meeting

9:00 – 10:30 a.m. Commercial Committee Meeting

10:30 – NOON Finance Committee Meeting

1:00 – TBD AICA Board of Directors Meeting

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By Christopher Schneider, D.V.M., M.S.

The Equation to Build BRD Resilience in your Calf Crop

It is a universal rule across cattle herds that every calf counts. Whether a calf will significantly add to or detract from a producer’s profitability may come down to their herd’s ability to overcome bovine respiratory disease (BRD) — the costliest and deadliest disease facing cattle producers.1,2

In my decades of experience as a cattle veterinarian, the herds that minimize significant economic losses from respiratory disease have adopted a BRD resilience mindset and action plan. They work with their veterinarian to leverage innovations in three key areas: genetics, management techniques and disease prevention.

Here are some observations on frequent practices they use for stronger, more productive, disease-resilient herds:

1. They focus on BRD prevention and realize vaccination is a critical component. Calves are born with a developing but not yet fully functioning immune system. Intranasal vaccines can help bolster calves’ immunity early in life while avoiding the potential risk of maternal antibody interference.

BOVILIS® NASALGEN® 3-PMH is an intranasal, modified-live vaccine shown effective against five of the most common viral and bacterial pathogens that cause BRD. It can be given to nursing calves as young as one week of age. Use ALLFLEX® CleanVax™ nozzles and disposable shields (shown in photo) to help reduce product drip and ensure a hygienic and more even distribution of the vaccine inside the nostril.

2. They follow a preconditioning program to not only increase the value of their calves but to give them the best opportunity for the next production phase. A 2023 dataset of nearly 900,000 calves shows that those vaccinated with two doses of a clostridial vaccine, two doses of a five-way modified live viral vaccine, and at least one dose of Mannheimia haemolytica and/or Pasteurella multocida vaccine, and weaned at home for 45 days before delivery, added nearly $45 per head compared to those receiving only one dose of each of the three vaccines and weaned at shipping.3 The calves also weighed more.

References:

3. They leverage information related to genetic selection and animal breeding. Understanding and utilizing genetic selection and animal breeding information, especially as it relates to disease incidence, is impactful. It is vital to correctly interpret Expected Progeny Differences (EPD) and data on bulls to understand how this will impact the next calf crop. For commercial producers, understanding the importance of hybrid vigor is important as it pertains to calf health and performance.

4. They know BRD resilience starts with the mama cow, so they ensure the cow has adequate nutrition, has been dewormed and is up to date on her vaccinations.

5. They use a strategic deworming program. Internal parasites reduce feed intake and can compromise immune function, including response to vaccination. For spring calving herds, deworm calves six to eight weeks after turnout onto pasture.4 Deworming cattle ahead of vaccination doesn’t have to mean a trip through the chute. Feed and mineral forms of dewormers require relatively little time and labor and are highly effective. Building BRD resilience equals a more productive herd Work with your veterinarian who knows your goals and the health challenges in your area to determine the practices and protocols for your herd. Putting a plan together to build resilience to BRD in your calf crop can result in healthier animals, less treatment pressure and more profits.

For more information, visit MAHCattle.com

Christopher Schneider, D.V.M., M.S. Livestock Technical Services

Merck Animal Health

1. Fulton, RW. Bovine respiratory disease research (1983–2009). Cambridge University Press. Anim Health Res Rev. 2009;10(2):131–139.

2. Preview: Economic effects of Bovine Respiratory Disease. J. Anim. Sci. 2020;98(2).

3. Superior Livestock Auction Data 2023.

4. Kevin Gould, M. S. U. E. Beef cattle deworming strategies. MSU Extension. Jan. 21, 2022. https://www.canr.msu.edu/news/beef_cattle_deworming_strategies.

MAHCattle.com • 800-521-5767 © 2025 Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA and its affiliates. All rights reserved. US-NAL-250100002

GET TO KNOW YOUR DIRECTOR Hayden Englert, At Large

Hey, everyone!! My name is Hayden Englert and I live in Washington Kansas with my parents and my little brother. I am 17 years old and a junior in high school. I have been showing cattle for about 12 years. I show multiple breeds of cattle; however, I started heavily breeding Charolais about 4 years ago.

Outside of the show barn, what else are you up to?

Outside of the show barn, I really enjoy hanging out with my friends. I also high jump for club track when I have time, so I’ve been spending more of my time getting ready for the high school season since I had knee surgery last August.

What do you want to accomplish with your time on the AIJCA Board?

With my time on the board, I hope to establish a connection with our younger members. Seeing as they are the future of the breed, we need to make sure we leave a good impression. I also want to give back to a breed that has done so much for me and my life!

Tell us about your 1st Junior Nationals: My first Junior Nationals was in Grand Island, Nebraska, in 2022. I was really excited about this Junior Nationals since I had never been to one before, and I also got to show my very first pair, who later went on to become the Reserve National Female at Kansas City later that year. Everyone

was so nice, and I made so many new friends.

What are your future plans?

My future plans are to study prevet medicine and then go on to get my veterinary degree at either Iowa State or maybe even Colorado State to be able to work in embryo transfer and maybe even one day have my own practice.

What is one thing you would say to someone interested in joining the Charolais breed?

I would tell them that we love to meet and welcome new people into the breed and that we have so many opportunities for them to learn and grow within the breed. I would also tell them that they would not regret ever showing a white cow. They are awesome to work with and even more amazing genetically. .

If you could have lunch with any 3 people who would they be?

IIf I could go to lunch with any 3 people, it would be Drew Starkey, Kelsea Ballerini, and Nataile Portman!

How can we use our platform for good?

We can use it to deepen everybody’s understanding of the livestock industry and use our platform to better educate those who don’t know a lot but want to know more.

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

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

e r s h i p Fundraising Tannah Cassatt Programs & Activities

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

Hayden Englert At Large

WORTH the wait WORTH the drive

Top 10 Reasons

why its worth the drive and the wait for the LT prefix

1. Structurally sound and proven longevity- grown on a high fiber diet (Zero Corn)

2. Proven feed efficiency in the pasture and feedlot

3. Strong carcass merits resulting in higher yielding and grading carcasses

4. Strong Fertility resulting in more pregnancies and pounds of red meat produced - All bulls semen tested prior to sale day!

5. Quality- Top 50% of bulls on test in the offering!

6. Affordability - Bulls to fit the commercial ranchers price point while still maintaining top quality

7. Volume- Midwest’s largest bull offering

8. Strong Maternal traits balanced with top performance

9. Desirable Docility- Resulting in better feed intakes and higher average gains

10. Highest Customer service in the industry- Unmatched customer buyback program (Over 50,000 head fed and marketed in 2024)

LT Monarch 4004 PLD ET

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•Monarch is another Governor herd sire prospect that brings added calving ease and strong performance to the table in one complete package

•These Governor sons are matched with all the right numbers including strong carcass and scrotal rankings

•When fertility and performance are the key to success, any one of these outstanding Governor herd sires will make the difference and take your herd to new levels

•Dam is a tremendous Long Distance daughter that produces year after year and has been part of our Donor program with several sons in the sale including a full brother to Monarch, LT Admiral 4001 PLD ET

•Monarch has a -.2 BW EPD and ranks in the top 4% for WW and top 2% for YW

•Pay attention to this elite set of Governor son’s as you will have a tough time picking them apart

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LT Maverick 4235 PLD

New Sale Location! 6 MILES N. ISABEL, SD

•Avalanche is a full brother to LT Monarch and resembles the great characteristics of his sire LT Governor and elite donor Dam Rosebud 2157

•A premium quality, herd bull prospect with great foot structure, large scrotal and extra depth of rib

•A complete all around son of Governor that adds phenotype, calving ease and extra performance that will sire both elite females and herd bull prospects

•Dams average weaning ratio, 8 @104

•Dams average yearling ratio, 8 @102

•Don’t overlook this elite herd bull prospect when studying this great set of Governor son’s

•The Governor calves continue to rise to the top of the herd with several outstanding individuals to choose from and Maverick is another one that catches your eye when you walk through the pen

•He brings extra shape and dimension to the profile along with a solid foot structure and large scrotal

•Maverick also ranks in the top 1% for WW, YW, and MTL EPD’s along with a 1.6 SC EPD to round out this complete profile and a TSI of 289

•His dam is one of our most complete Affinity daughters out of the great LT Blossom cow family, she has a perfectly attached udder with small teats and dark pigment

•Dam sports an average weaning ratio of 3 @ 106

•It’s hard to beat the style that Governor and Affinity bring to the table

LT Maximus 4415 PLD

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•What an awesome Governor son that displays natural body mass and added rib shape

•With a 12.6 CE and ranking in the top 4% for WW and top 10% for YW you cannot go wrong with this herd sire, he’s as complete as you can make one

•The calving ease is for real on these Governors sons, with several females calved out the past 2 years, they calve unassisted with added length of body and a lot of vigor at birth

•Dam is an exquisite female out of the great Molly cow family, lots of maternal greatness behind this great young female

•At this point its hard to say what the leadoff Governor son will be, but come study this sire group and you be the judge of which one will fit your program the best

•Maximus is a true performance bull that features size, power, and mass in a wellbalanced structurally sound profile

•His individual statistics and high ranking EPD’s are some of the best in the sale

•WW Ratio of 128 with an actual weaning weight of 938 is the highest of the Governor sired calves in the sale

•A top performer with a WW EPD of 106 and YW EPD of 184 ranking in the top 1% for both traits, while also ranking in the top 1% for CW and top 2% for REA resulting in a staggering TSI of 305

•The Governor calves are coming unassisted at birth and have the power and performance to be a game changer for any herd

•Dam has a model conformation and a beautiful udder that has raised some of the best in the herd

•From Maternal to performance, Maximus will bring both to your calf crop

•This potential herd sire is one you will want to study and take a hard look at come April

LT Universal 4568 PLD

WORTH the wait WORTH the drive

•Another outstanding prospect out of Governor that has added rib shape and a stylish profile

•Glocks powerful Dam is an impressive Tioga daughter that has the look of a top tier donor with an impeccable udder and dark pigment

•Use this highly maternal mating to take your cowherd to the next level while maintaining a strong EPD profile that includes ranking in the top for several key traits

•A standout bull that has great feet and legs and gets out and moves freely with a long stride that will cover some country

•You will like his stylish look and conformation once you lay eyes on him

LT GOVERNOR 1560

$220,000 High Seller in 2022 Sale Semen $35/Straw - $40/Signing

•This standout set of Governor calves have been admired by visitors from across the country this past year and continue to impress us with their added phenotype, structure, and performance

•Titan rose to the top of this outstanding group of high-performance, high-quality Herd Sire prospects by the WorldRenowned LT herd sire, LT Governor 1560

•Admired all summer along side his top tier dam, Titan has the herd bull look with a breed-leading profile

•He combines calving ease and performance in a very attractive package

•Top 5% for WW and YW along while sporting a -3.0 BW EPD

•His Dam is an up-and-coming female out of LT Affinity that will make her way to the top of the herd with her model confirmation

•It will be worth the drive to see this impressive set of Governor herd sire prospects

LT Titan 4232 PLD

LT SYBILLE 6476

LT Bullet 4423 PLD

LT PATRIOT

Sire to Madalynn 6108 Grandsire to Crusher 4499

•This rock star has the highest weaning weight ratio of the Estrada sire group with an impressive 119 and ranks in the top 1% for ADG

•His adjusted weaning weight of 906 is one of the highest in the sale

•He is a long, deep bodied herd sire prospect that has added dimension and style

•He walks on a complete set of feet and legs and is attractive in this movement

•Dam LT Madalynn 6108 needs no introduction as she has been part of our ET program and continues to raise standout progeny year in and year out, she is also the Dam to LT Badge 9184 owned with Nextgen Cattle Co. from Wamego, KS

•Take a serious look at these Estrada herd sire prospects and take your herd to the next level both on the maternal side and performance side of the equation

•This terrific group of Estrada sons are very similar in their shape and kind and really resemble their prolific sire

•This powerhouse is one of the favorites of all the Estrada’s in the pen

•Bullet ranks in the top 1% for both YW and SC and top 4% for WW

•WW ratio of 115 and TSI of 289

•A top herd sire prospect with a great look and excellent foot structure

•Dam is a top tier donor prospect that has a tidy udder and great disposition

•You can’t go wrong with these standout sons of Estrada come sale day at LT

LT Crusher 4499 PLD

LT MADALYNN 6108 Dam to Crusher 4499

JSR ESTRADA 52E

Sire of Bullet, Crusher, Shooter, Bandit & Blaze

JSR ESTRADA 52E

Sire of Bullet, Crusher, Shooter, Bandit & Blaze

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•It’s hard to pick out just one of the Estrada herd sire prospects so here’s another one that will trip your trigger and get you scoped in when you study this elite sire group

•Shooter brings a set of EPD’s that are targeted towards a future herd sire with calving easing, performance, and carcass merit all in one package

•Dam is one our best females in the herd producing elite progeny year in and year out

•Study this pedigree as its one that will produce herd sires and elite females

•Big scrotal bull with an impressive 2.0 SC EPD, ranking in the top 2%

•Impressive TSI of 290

•Grab your spotting scope and look for this standout guy come April 19th; he will not be hard to locate

LT Shooter 4341 PLD

•Another great Estrada out of a great Tioga daughter that exemplifies great teat placement and a superb phenotype, its hard to beat the Tioga females

•Bandit is put together as well as you can build one and is easy to pick out of the pen

•Very impressive EPD profile ranking in the top 5% for WW and top 1% for YW and a TSI of 297

•He has an impressive set of feet and legs and gets out and strides in his tracts

•Study this elite mating that will work in a variety of programs JSR Estrada

4205

LT Tremer 4093 PLD ET

LT Powerstroke x LT Blue Value #EM1001975 | DOB 1/29/2024 | PAF / HOP

•This terrific group of Powerstroke sons are very similar in their shape and kind and really resemble their prolific sire

•Tremer is a sharp looking herd bull prospect that sports good rib shape, added length of body, and carries well through his flank and hip

•Tremer’s dam, LT Sheila 337 has risen to the top of our Donor program with twelve sons averaging $41,920 in our 2024 bull sale. She is the dam to the top two high selling bulls in our 2024 sale, LT Global for $300,000 and LT Premier for $150,000. She is also the dam to the great LT Ransom herd sire that is producing some of the most exciting females in the herd

•Complete EPD profile with a -3.4 BW and 17.7 CED

•With Powerstroke semen off the market, take advantage of this opportunity to invest in this elite mating of two of our all-time greats

•Take time to study this strong maternal mating with plenty of growth and power

LT BRENDA 8034

Maternal Granddam to LT Ranger 4364

LT GALA 6530

Dam to LT Powerstroke 1654

•Edge is another powerful Powerstroke herd sire prospect that is rising to the top of this elite set of Powerstroke sons

•He’s is a well-balanced herd bull that is sound and structurally correct with added dimension and character

•Dam 2157 is a proven producer that has a great udder and has raised several elite females and bulls for the LT program over the years

•If you’re looking for a strong maternal herd sire that will add pounds to your calf crop then don’t overlook this candidate

•You will like what you see in this outstanding set of Powerstroke sons, and with Powerstroke semen off the market there is no better time than now to investment in one of these leading herd sires

New Sale Location! 6 MILES N. ISABEL, SD

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•You will like the sharp design and extra shape that his proud Powerstroke son displays

•Ranger features great foot structure and moves with authority

•He is a well-balanced herd sire prospect that is backed by generations of maternal power

•Dam is another fancy, high producing female out of the great Brenda cow family!

•Take note of the calving ease and phenotype of these great Powerstroke sons

LT Regional 4103 PLD

LT Countdown x Tank x Blue Value

#M1002484 | DOB 1/30/2024 | PAF / HOP

•They just keep getting better by the day, take a look at this outstanding individual that continues to rise to the top of this very competitive set of Countdown herd sire candidates

•Regional ranks in the top 5% for 12 EPD’s with a staggering TSI of 316

•Top 1% for REA & TSI, top 2% for MB, MCE, MTL, SC, YW, top 3% for WW & CE

•CE of 18.5 and a -5.0 BW EPD

•I’m not even sure how to explain this freak but he is majestic in his design and athletic in his movement with lots of style and structure to back up his impressive set of numbers

•To get a combination with this much calving ease, power and carcass is just as impressive as I have seen

•Out of an outstanding first calf heifer sired by Tank and going back to Blue Value on the maternal side you will have to look hard to find a herd sire prospect this exciting across the Globe

•Bring your pen and paper come sale day and study this outstanding son that will be a game changer for any herd moving forward

•Semen companies take note of this stud as he can be the next great money maker

SVY MS GERMAINE 236K

$80,000/half interest female sired by LT Countdown Part of our Donor program

SYV HISTORIC 241K Son of LT Countdown Owned by Select Sires & Serhienko Cattle Co.

LT Worldwide 4170 PLD

•Worldwide is one of the most impressive studs out of this elite set of LT Countdown sons with a stunning look and a great set of balanced numbers

•We have continued to use Countdown on our heifers and in our ET program and are excited about his sons and daughters that are in production, we walked him on heifers the past 2 summers and really like the breeding job he has done

•This standout calving ease candidate has a -3.9 BW and a 14.5 CED while still ranking in the top 25% for WW and YW

•Add in the strong carcass numbers with an impressive marbling EPD in the top 5% and REA in the top 9%

•Weaning weight ratio of 114

•You will really like what you see in this stunning sire group that can bring added calving ease, phenotype, and performance to the worldwide picture

-Dam is an impressive Houlio daughter that has a stunning appearance and beautiful udder

LT Component 4159 PLD

Houlio x Sundance

•Another Countdown that is continuing to shine as the countdown continues to sale day

•Lots of style and structure along with a large scrotal and superior feet

•Component is that bull that brings calving ease and performance into one complete package and will excel in a variety of programs

•His dam is another impressive first calf heifer that did a fantastic job raising this stud this summer

•We are excited about what these Countdown sons can do for your operation

LT Sectional 4182 PLD

•Sectional is another complete Countdown son that is easy on the eyes and complete in his makeup

•You can’t go wrong with anyone of these Countdown sons as they continue to impress us more every day

•Another calving ease special with a negative 4.6 BW and a 14.2 CE all while maintaining WW and YW EPDs in the top 25 percent

•He has a big, dark pigmented scrotal and walks on superior feet

•Combines calving ease and performance in an incredibly attractive package

•Study these Countdown sons prior to the sale as you will need some time to find that perfect one that will fit your operation as there are so many top individuals in this sire group

•Thomas is another Ransom son that brings added calving ease along with favorable performance and carcass merit to the equation

•He ranks in the top 30% for thirteen traits

•Use these Ransom sons to add strong maternal traits and desirable phenotype to any herd

•Dam is one of the best Tioga daughters in production and we love the quality and value of our Tioga females

•We think you will like what you see come sale day with this fabulous sire group that you cannot do wrong with

•The entire group of Ransom sons are something to see, they continue to excel and impress visitors from around the country

•With Ransom semen off the market there is no better time to invest in the next great herd sire out of Ransom

•Ransom has done an excellent job raising elite females in our herd along with strong herd sires

•Stanley brings that herd bull look to the picture with his great natural thickness and added dimension and has an outstanding set of feet and legs

•Added carcass bonus with a .32 marbling score ranking him in the top 6%

•Dam is a top shelf female that has generations of greatness to back her own natural beauty

LT SHEILA 337

Dam to LT Ransom, LT Global & LT Premier

LT Winchester 4047 PLD

•Another awesome son of LT Remington that is hard to fault

•Winchester checks all the boxes to be a future herd sire along with an easy on-the-eye look

•Added growth and calving ease with a 18.7 CE and ranking in the top 25% for YW

•Dam is another outstanding first calf heifer that did a great job raising this elite individual, she has a tidy, dark pigmented udder and will rise to the top of the herd over time

•We are excited for you to study and view these herd sire prospects

LT Ruger 4011 PLD

LT Remington x Tank x Ledger #M1001787 |

•Ruger is one of the best Remington sons in the offering, he brings exponential calving ease and impressive performance to the spotlight and is one that you won’t want to miss

•Remington has been used heavily on both registered and commercial heifers with several thousand commercial heifers bred and calved to him the past year with impressive results

•Use to add calving ease while maintaining strong weaning weights and performance coupled with strong maternal traits and fertility

•Another bull that is very correct in its structure and solid footed

•Ranks in the top 1% of his contemporary group for weaning weight and ADG

•Ranks in the top 25% for 12 EPD’s including a TSI of 296

•Take note of these Remington son’s that have plenty to offer in terms of style, correctness, calving ease, and performance

•Jefferson highlights the Reagan sire group with his picture-perfect conformation and added rib shape

•Reagan has been used industry wide and is one of the best Blue Values ever raised and out of our elite donor dam LT Brenda 6120

•Use Jefferson to add calving ease, growth, and carcass to your herd

•He ranks in the top 20% for ten different traits

•Dam is another outstanding female in the herd that will continue to move her way to the top with her beautiful conformation and udder quality, lots of milk and fertility behind this great young female

LT AFFINITY 6221

Maternal Grandsire to Wardon 4482 Sire to Inclination 4634

•Inclination is definitely one of the best Affinity sons ever raised here at LT

•He is loaded with extra dimension, rib shape and length of body

•His dam is a powerful Patriot daughter that his easy to find in the pasture with her beautiful phenotype and tidy udder

•Use this mating to add style and consistency to your calf crop backed by two of the greatest sires in the breed

Wardon 4482 PLD

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•Wardon is an outcross herd sire prospect out of our pick of the 2023 DeBruycker Charolais bull sale, we selected Outlaw and Dutton, both sired by DC/BHD Shazam G3220, one of their leading herd sires as an outcross addition to our bull battery

•If you’re looking to add an outcross pedigree to your herd, take a strong look at this individual, he brings added length of body and rib to the equation with a wellbalanced EPD profile

•He stands on perfect feet and is structurally correct and travels with authority

•Dam is a young standout female that has generations of maternal power behind her with her Granddam being the famous LT Brenda 2184

•Be sure to study both the Dutton and Outlaw sire groups if you’re needing an outcross herd sire

Great Northern Bull & Female sale

6th Annual Sale

Friday, march 28, 2025 at 1 pm Northern Genetics

Facility • Clear Lake, Minnesota

NGC Jaylynn 114J ET DOB 1-21-2024 PAF

LT Citation 5228 PLD x M6 Germaine 599 P ET

Sells with bull calf by WCR Bold Move 168 P, DOB 12-2-2024

Full sib to NGC Capitalist 118J ET.

HCC Aspen 59H DOB 9-5-2024 PAF

LT Authority 7229 PLD x M6 Germaine 599 P ET

Sells with heifer calf by DCR General Ridge G117. DOB 11-2-2024

Full sib to NGC Authentic 099H ET. 1% SC, 4% YW, 15% REA,20% WW, Teat, Marb, 25% CE, CW, udder and TSI 279.

Auctioneer Justin B. Stout

NGC Capitalist 118J ET SEMEN HAS BEEN IN HIGH DEMAND! TAKE ADVANTAGE OF ADDING SONS OR DAUGHTERS! FULL AND MATERNAL SIBLINGS SELL!

HCCMs Nancy 23H ET DOB 3-3-2024 PAF

Mckinley 420M ET

1-14-2024

Outcross Pedigrees

WDZ AMBUSH 4026

Reg: M1001254 | DOB: 2/7/2024

Sire: WDZ AEROSMITH 1109 PLD

WDZ PHENOM 839

WDZ PLAINSMAN 4073

Reg: M1001311 | DOB: 2/16/2024

Sire: WDZ FLATLAND 2044

MGS: WCR KINGBURY 116 P

WDZ SAGEBRUSH 4175

Reg: M1001434 | DOB: 3/28/2024

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Predictable Results

WDZ BADLANDS 4029

Reg: M1001256 | DOB: 2/7/2024

Sire: TRI-N BROOKS 34H MGS: WDZ KINGSMAN 737 P

WDZ PALERIDER 4046

Reg: M1001264 | DOB: 2/10/2024

Sire: TRI-N BROOKS 34H

MGS: WR WRANGLER W601

WDZ PEACEMAKER 4114

Reg: M1001406 | DOB: 3/2/2024

Sire: PVFC PLATTE 2110 PLD

871F

Outcross Pedigrees, Predictable Results

WDZ WARROAD 3251

Reg: M1001626 | DOB:

Sire:

WDZ BROOKS 3259

Reg: M1001244 |

WDZ

BROOKS 4071

Reg: M1001312 |

Sire:

WDZ

BROOKS 3260

Reg:

Obituary

NEWS NOTES AICA MEMBERSHIP

Arnold Lee Wienk (age 87) passed away surrounded by loved ones on February 5, 2025, at Brookings Hospital.

Arnold, son of LeRoy and Frances (Marquardt) Wienk, was born October 22, 1937. He was born and raised on the farm north of Lake Preston and graduated from Lake Preston High School in 1955.

Arnold married Carol Casper on June 1, 1958, at Lake Preston Lutheran Church. That same year, they purchased their first Charolais bull, and Arnold would often say, “In 1958, I got the two loves of my life.”

Together, Arnold and Carol established Wienk Charolais, and raised five daughters Deb, Kim, Peggy, Jody, and Amy, on the farm where Arnold was born and raised.

The family’s Charolais business took Arnold and Carol around the world. Together, the couple visited Spain, France, England, Holland, Belgium, Japan, Mexico, Canada, Australia, and all across the United States. They often took the girls along as they attended American-International Charolais Association (AICA) events over the years.

Arnold and Carol moved to Brookings in 2017, and they enjoyed attending SDSU basketball games together and spending time at the cabin surrounded by family at Lake Poinsett.

For decades, Arnold and Carol hosted a bull sale on the farm, with friends and customers gathering to look over their Charolais cattle and spend time with the Wienk family. Arnold loved working with SDSU judging teams, FFA, and 4-H kids to help further their knowledge of the beef industry. They also loved to host others from around the world that soon became part of the family.

Arnold was involved with the community including the United Church of Christ and Lake Preston School. He also was actively involved with the AICA and Cattlemen’s Association at the local, state, and national level where he was instrumental in improving the beef industry through many association projects and initiatives.

Arnold and Carol have won many awards over the years with the most prominent being the National Charolais Seedstock Producer of the Year, SDSU Friend of the Beef Industry, Eminent Farmer Award at SDSU, and they were Inducted into the AICA Hall of Fame.

Grateful for having shared his life is his wife, Carol; daughters, Deb (Al) Vedvei, Lake Preston, SD, Kim (Scott) Jensen, Lake Preston, SD,

Peggy (Dave) Nolz, Mitchell, SD, Jody (Jeff) Eschenbaum, Lake Preston, SD, Amy (Russ) Bailey, Custer, SD; grandchildren, Corrie, Stacie, Melanie, Danielle, Dannica, Denton, Amanda, Courtney, Kaley, Sterling, Ty, Calder, Stetson, Rhett, Rheann, Rheo; twenty six great grandchildren; brother. Vince (Micky) Wienk; two sisters, Susan (Ken) Everson, Janet (John) Koller; in laws, Gloria Wienk, Roxanne Casper, Caren, Roger Hoyer; great aunt, Doris (Mitch) Mitchell; many nieces and nephews; and all his friends at 60 Plus in Brookings, Brookhaven Estate Apartments, and other card playing friends.

Arnold was preceded in death by his wife, Carol, parents Leroy and Frances Wienk, brother Allen Wienk, sister and brother-in-law, Betty, and Jerry Fyler, his in laws, Richard Casper, Roger Casper, David Casper, sisterin-law, Virginia Casper, grandsons, Denton Jensen (in infancy) and Calder Eschenbaum.

Funeral services for Arnold Lee Wienk were held on February 10, 2025, at the United Church of Christ in Lake Preston. Pallbearers: Sterling Eschenbaum, Ty Eschenbaum, Stetson Eschenbaum, Rhett Larsen, Rheo Larsen, Ryker Eschenbaum Honorary Pallbearers, Arnold’s Grandchildren, GreatGrandchildren, Son-In-Laws.

Junior Merit Application

PVFC OLYMPUS 4106 PLD

PVFC TITAN 3304 PLD

PVFC GREAT DIVIDE 4117 PLD

PVFC TITAN 4108 PLD

PVFC OLYMPUS 4120 PLD

Performance = Profitability

Saturday, April 5th, 2025

1 pm • Kimball Livestock Exchange LLC Selling 55 bulls

We are thrilled to share that the Christensen family has purchased the entire EC Eggleston Charolais cow herd. Our family has always believed that the EC herd is the Best of the Best, and we feel incredibly blessed to have been long-time family friends with the Egglestons. When we were presented with this outstanding opportunity, we didn't hesitate to say YES! As we move forward, we are committed to building upon the excellent foundation of the EC herd.

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Jamie Eggleston:605-350-3117

CCR CODETALKER 804

M1005707 // PA Free // Homo Polled BW: 99 AWW: 834

CCR GHC GRANDVIEW 9032 x EC FOREFRONT 8066

CE: 12.2 BW: -1.0 WW: 78 YW: 149 MILK: 16 MCE: 9.7 MTL: 55 SC: 1.5 CW: 35 REA: 0.86 FAT: 0.026 MARB: 0.24 TSI: 286.08

CCR TULSA TIME 215

M1005734 // PA Free // Homo Polled BW: 87 AWW: 786

SCC TIOGA 64H x OW LEAD TIME 6294

CE: 10.5 BW: -1.2 WW: 78 YW: 135 MILK: 34 MCE: 6.1 MTL: 73 SC: 1.7 CW: 28 REA: 0.8 FAT: 0.017 MARB: 0.15 TSI: 269.46

CCR BENAIAH 811

M1006787 // PA Free // Polled

BW: 114 AWW: 789

EC BENAIAH 652 PLD TW X WC MILESTONE 5223

CE: 5.2 BW: 2.6 WW: 82

YW: 155 MILK: 29 MCE: 12.2

MTL: 69 SC: 1.1 CW: 43

REA: 0.96 FAT: 0.018

MARB: 0.13 TSI: 291.96

CCR RUSH HOUR 075

BW: 87 AWW: 822

M1005726 // Polled

JMAR BENAIAH 1E66 X RBM TR RHINESTONE Z38

CE: 11.6 BW: 0.7 WW: 70 YW: 133

MILK: 12 MCE: 10.6 MTL: 47 SC: 0.8

CW: 34 REA: 0.85 FAT: 0.008

MARB: 0.19 TSI: 286.92

CCR HELLS BELLS 666

BW: 97 AWW: 848

M1005730 //PA FREE // Polled

JMAR BENAIAH 1E66 X ACE-ORR LOCK N LOAD 243

CE: 5.2 BW: 2.5 WW: 87

YW: 149 MILK: 9 MCE: 12.0

MTL: 52 SC: 1.1 CW: 43

REA: 0.96 FAT: -0.031

MARB: 0.09 TSI: 295.34

CCR CHOSEN ONE 902

M1005720 // PA Free // Polled

BW: 105 AWW: 845

SCC TIOGA 64H X RBM FARGO Y111

CE: 10.2 BW: -1.1 WW: 65

YW: 122 MILK: 26 MCE: 6.0

MTL: 59 SC: 0.9 CW: 30 REA: 0.73

FAT: 0.027 MARB: 0.12 TSI: 271.08

CCR SHATTERED SILENCE 164

M1005723 // PA Free // Polled

BW: 89 AWW: 701

CCR GHC GRANDVIEW 9032 X

EC REAL DEAL 127 PLD

CE: 15.3 BW: -1.7 WW: 77 YW: 143 MILK: 32 MCE: 13.7 MTL: 70 SC: 1.4

CW: 35 REA: 1.04 FAT: 0.024 MARB: 0.09 TSI: 287.59

CCR AMERICAN PRIDE 167

M1005705 // Polled

BW: 90 AWW: 789

CCR GHC GRANDVIEW 9032 X

EC DOWN N DIRTY 428 PL

CE: 16.3 BW: -2.8 WW: 80

YW: 143 MILK: 33 MCE: 9.5

MTL: 73 SC: 1.3 CW: 45

REA: 1.15 FAT: 0.042 MARB: 0.14

TSI: 307.02

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Charolais Show

The 56th National Charolais Show was held during the Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo, February 1, 2025. The Fort Worth Stock Show is an authentic western lifestyle experience– since 1896. As Charolais breeders set-up stalls each day the Charolais Association of Texas provided complimentary coffee and donuts for all the exhibitors.

The 56th National Charolais Show was dedicated to Larry Lehman, Tioga, Texas. Larry has spent over a quartercentury actively supporting the American-International Charolais Association (AICA) and American-International Junior Charolais Association. (AIJCA.)

The 56th National Herdsman of the Year was awarded to Adam and Hannah McCall, AM Livestock, Richmond, Kansas.

Show Animals of the Year - Show Bull, Female, Sire and Dam along with the two new ROE Sires to acquire status were recognized and presented with special awards.

120 head of Charolais females and bulls representing 85 owners from 13 states paraded in front of judge, Clint Hall, Maysville, Kentucky on green shavings in historic Cattle Area 2 in front of a great crowd of Charolais enthusiasts.

A day packed with celebration and enthusiasm for the Charolais breed.

Champions

Grand Champion Female

RF Miss Maura 3322 ET

9-18-23 by PCC Force Of Nature122J ET

Senior Calf Champion Female

First Senior Heifer Calves – Class 10

Claire Norris, Eudora, Kan.

Grand Champion Bull

LHR He Ain’t No Saint 2206 TW

6-4-22 by TCCS Saint Christopher

Senior Champion Bull

First Summer Senior Yearling Bulls – Class 53

Maguire Rohr, Elbert, Colo.

Reserve Grand Champion Female

BSSC Sherri Baby 3101L

4-4-23 by CCC WC Redemption 7143 Pld ET

Spring Champion Female

First Late Spring Yearling Females – Class 17

Braylen Schaeffer, Hagerstown, Ind.

Reserve Grand Champion Bull CARRS Mr Ignite 222 P

5-5-22 by WIA-Conley Insider D9 P

Reserve Senior Champion Bull

Second Summer Senior Yearling Bulls – Class 53

Bar J Livestock Inc., Liverpool, Texas; Carr Cattle Company, Webb City, Mo.

Division Champions

Bar S Annie 4139

3-26-24 by Bar S Golden State 5532

Spring Heifer Calf Champion

First Early Spring Heifer Calves – Class 3A

Jayce Dickerson, Paradise, Kan.

SB Maggie Spirit ET

1-2-24 by M&M Outsider 4003 Pld

Reserve Junior Heifer Calf Champion

First Junior Heifer Calves – Class 6B

Sophie Bradshaw, Canyon, Texas

LJR Ms Mae 3995M ET

5-29-24 by M&M Outsider 4003 Pld

Reserve Spring Heifer Calf Champion

First Late Spring Heifer Calves – Class 2A

Weslynn Elliott, Pecos, Texas

WGB Ms Dolly 353 P ET

9-16-23 by PCC Force Of Nature 122J ET

Reserve Senior Calf Champion

Second Senior Heifer Calves – Class 10

Isom Marston, Canton, Kan.

WGB CC Ms Jasmine 412 P ET

2-2-24 by PCC Force Of Nature 122J ET

Junior Heifer Calf Champion

First Junior Heifer Calves – Class 6A

Cattle Company, Hecla, S. D.

7-4-23 by M&M Outsider 4003 Pld

First Late Summer Yearling Females – Class 13

FFF Fancy 3187

6-4-23 by CCC WC Resource 417 P

Reserve Intermediate Champion Female

First Summer Yearling Females – Class 14

Kamden Filippo, Rush Springs, Okla.

DCC Chics Rebecca 2309

3-20-23 by KASS/CJB Famous 6038 ET

Reserve Spring Champion Female

First Early Spring Yearling Females – Class 18

Shayla Dismukes, Checotah, Okla.

WGB Ms Roxanne 313 P ET

2-4-23 by TR CC Deliverance 7974 Pld ET

Reserve Junior Champion Female

Second Late Junior Yearling Females – Class 21

Addison Fidler, Fairview, Ill.

MK WS Miss Impressive Outsider

4-10-22 by M&M Outsider 4003 Pld

Calf: MK WS Miss Mollie 01N

7-14-24 by CNH Clear Vision 07J

Champion Cow-Calf Pair

First Cow-Calf – Class 29

Madyson Kiser, Longview, Texas

WGB BF Ms Bea 314 P ET

2-10-23 by M&M Outsider 4003 Pld

Junior Champion Female

First Late Junior Yearling Females – Class 21

Addison Fidler, Fairview, Ill.

RF Ms Duchess Naomi 3282 ET

Intermediate Champion Female

Andrew Bohrer, Martinsburg, W. Va.

Caprock

Division Champions

AWR Mufasa 4101 ET

3-8-24 by SVY Mayfield 30H

Spring Calf Champion Bull

First Early Spring Bull Calves – Class 34A Aces Wild Ranch LLC, Millsap, Texas

SKS North Of Richmond 59L

1-5-23 by TCCS Saint Christopher

Reserve Junior Champion Bull

First Junior Yearling Bulls – Class 49

DAL Mr Easy Duz It 4M20

4-20-24 by Mr Dalton Fingergunz 9J1

Reserve Spring Calf Champion Bull

First Early Spring Bull Calves – Class 34 Timber Creek Charolais, Afton, Texas

SKS Prestige Worldwide 10-10-23 by M&M Outsider 4003 Pld

Reserve Senior Calf Champion Bull

Second Senior Bull Calves – Class 41

Theron Skeans, Gainesville, Texas: 4M Land & Cattle LTD, Justin, Texas; Walker Farm, Dayton, Texas.

First Spring Yearling Bulls – Class 48

Wild Ranch LLC, Millsap, Texas; Bradley Cattle, Marshfield, Mo.; Hankins Farms, Springfield, Mo.; The Gamblers, Millsap, Texas; Wagner Bauman LLC, Nunn, Colo.

Trinity Valley Community College, Athens, Texas.

Female Classes

Class Placings

Summer Heifer Calves – Class 1

Calved July 10 to July 18, 2024 – 2 Shown

1. Brigg Jones, Pecan Gap, Texas on ZH Promise Me Stella. 2.Camille Asmus, Houston, Texas on KAC Ms Selena 0724.

Late Spring Heifer Calves – Class 2

Calved June 19, 2024 – 1 Shown

1.Lexi Huse, Elm Mott, Texas on LH Lilly.

Late Spring Heifer Calves – Class 2A

Calved May 2 to May 29, 2024 – 9 Shown

1.Weslynn Elliott, Pecos, Texas on LJR Ms Mae 3995M ET. 2. Gillig Genetics, Webb City, Mo., on GILLIG Ms Lainey 413 P. 3. Kylin Oakes, Taloga, Okla., on J/O Miss Fancy Cat 446.

Early Spring Heifer Calves – Class 3

Calved April 4 to April 30, 2024 – 10 Shown

1.Calvin Chapman, Afton, Texas on DCC/ROYAL B Foreign Love 2425. 2. Emily Allen, Lolita, Texas on SULL Found Me 68M. 3. Kamden Filippo, Rush Springs, Okla., on FFF Fancy 4141.

Early Spring Heifer Calves – Class 3A

Calved March 2 to March 30, 2024 – 10 Shown

1.Jayce Dickerson, Paradise, Kan., on Bar S Annie 4139. 2. Madeline Mellott, Hulbert, Okla., on SKS Pretty and Punchy 86M. 3. Isom Marston, Canton, Kan., on Wal-Mar Ms Royal Pennant 412P.

Junior Heifer Calves – Class 6

Calved February 14 to February 26, 2024 – 6 Shown

1.Knox Harvey, Lamar, Mo., on CARRS Ms Smokeshow 403 P ET. 2. Megan Johnson, Beaver, Okla., on MJ Miss Birdie 405. 3. Libbi Poad, Cisco, Texas on AWR Ms Mayfield Patsy 4121 ET.

Junior Heifer Calves – Class 6A

Calved February 1 to February 10, 2024 – 7 Shown

1.Caprock Cattle Company, Hecla, S. D., on WGB CC Ms Jasmine 4112 P ET. 2. Jaylee Littleton, Simms, Texas on LMAN SCC Miss Ollie 420M ET. 3. Gates Peuster, Richmond, Mo., on WC Brenda 4114 P ET.

Junior Heifer Calves – Class 6B

Calved January 2 to January 10, 2024 – 8 Shown

1.Sophie Bradshaw, Canyon, Texas on SB Maggie Spirit ET. 2. Caprock Cattle Company, Hecla, S. D.; Will Blankers, London Mills, Ill., on WGB BF Ms Maggie 404 P ET. 3. Emma Caffey, Riesel, Texas on BHSC Miss BGH 2M.

Winter Heifer Calves – Class 09

Calved November 10 to December 15, 2023 – 5 Shown

1.Georgia Goudeau, Ladonia, Texas on WGB CC Ms Jasmine 360 P ET. 2. Tannah Cassat, Webb City, Mo., on RF Ms Duchess 3334 ET. 3. Keston Gerik, Riesel, Texas on BHSC Mamie Brightside 144L.

Senior Heifer Calves – Class 10

Calved September 3 to October 24, 2023 – 7 Shown

1.Claire Norris, Eudora, Kan., on RF Miss Maura 3322 ET. 2. Isom Marston, Canton, Kan., on WGB Ms Dolly 353 P ET. 3. Atley Kleinman, Wentworth, Mo., on SCC Donna 180L.

Late Summer Yearling Females – Class 13

Calved July 4 to August 30, 2023 – 5 Shown

1.Andrew Bohrer, Martinsburg, W. Va., on RF Ms Duchess Naomi 3282 ET. 2. Georgia Goudeau, Ladonia, Texas on AWR Ms Maura Badge 360L ET. 3. Aubrie Slaughter, Savoy, Texas on SKS Lady Belle L472.

Summer Yearling Females – Class 14

Calved May 2 to June 10, 2023 – 6 Shown

1.Kamden Filippo, Rush Springs, Okla., on FFF Fancy 3187. 2. Trigg Ridder, Hermann, Mo., on RF TR Duchess 3273 ET. 3. Lexi Huse, Elm Mott, Texas on CAG Lainey 3716L ET TW.

Late Spring Yearling Females – Class 17

Calved April 4 to April 13, 2023 – 2 Shown

1.Braylen Schaeffer, Hagerstown, Ind., on BSCC Sherri Baby 3101L. 2. Hayleigh Gerik, Riesel, Texas on KKC Bright Mamie 02.

Early Spring Yearling Females – Class 18

Calved March 2 to March 30, 2023 – 6 Shown

1.Shayla Dismukes, Checotah, Okla., on DCC Chics Rebecca 2309. 2. Gates Peuster, Richmond, Mo., on WC Pearl 3347 P. 3. Makayla Houck, Prescott, Iowa, on CBC Miss Impressive Force 82L.

Late Junior Yearling Females – Class 21

Calved February 4 to February 27, 2023 – 4 Shown

1.Addison Fidler, Fairview, Ill., on WGB BF Ms Bea 314 P ET. 2. Addison Fidler on WGB Ms Roxanne 313 P ET. 3. Elijah Dehan, LaMonte, Mo., on SCF Lady Dianna.

Early Junior Yearling Females – Class 22

Calved January 9, 2023 – 1 Shown

1.Camille Greer, Shelbyville, Texas on WC Missy 3233 P.

Cow-Calf Pair – Class 29

Calved April 10, 2022 – 1 Shown

1.Madyson Kiser, Longview, Texas on MK WS Miss Impressive Outsider; MK WS Miss Mollie 01N.

CARRS Smokin Gun 418

Jasmine

Class Placings

Late Spring Bull Calves – Class 33

Calved June 8, 2024 – 1 Shown

1. Lily Williams, Keithville, La., on RKNW Iceman 4009.

Late Spring Bull Calves – Class 33A

Calved May 13, 2024 – 1 Shown

1.Henson Family Livestock, Georgetown, Ohio; Carr Cattle Company, Webb City, Mo., on CARRS Smoking Gun 418 P.

Early Spring Bull Calves – Class 34

Caved April 15 to April 20, 2024 – 3 Shown

1.Timber Creek Charolais, Afton, Texas on DAL Mr Eazy Duz It 4M20. 2. AM Livestock, Richmond, Kan., on AML Watt 404. 3. Megan Johnson, Beaver, Okla., on J/O Cat Nitro 445.

Early Spring Bull Calves – Class 34A

Calved March 1 to March 22, 2024 – 6 Shown

1.Aces Wild Ranch LLC., Millsap, Texas on AWR Mufasa 4101 ET. 2. Wright Charolais, Richmond, Mo., on WC Cold Front 4123 P ET. 3. 4N Cattle Company, Telephone, Texas on 4N Buzz 136 403 Pld.

Junior Bull Calves – Class 37

Calved February 4 to February 10, 2024 – 3 Shown.

1.Shawn Leifeste, Cameron, Texas on MSL Mr. Quavo 675M. 2. Aces Wild Ranch, LLC, Millsap, Texas on AWR Conley M.I.T.T.E.N.S. 4113. 3. Trinity Valley Community College, Athens, Texas on SKS Checkmate 08M.

Junior Bull Calves – Class 37A

Calved January 4 to January 22, 2024 – 4 Shown

1.TC Cattle Services, Ramsey, Ill., on TCCS Heart-Throb. 2. Caprock Cattle Company, Hecla, S.D., on CAPROCK Mr Landman 407M Pld ET. 3. Wright Charolais, Richmond, Mo., on WC Artic Blast 4113 P ET.

Winter Bull Calves – Class 40

Calved November 17, 2023 – 1 Shown

1.Lily Williams, Keithville, La., on R&R RKNW Xerox 3088.

Senior Bull Calves – Class 41

Calved September 10 to October 10, 2023 – 3 Shown.

1.Carr Cattle Company, Webb City, Mo., on CARRS Money to Burn 321 P ET.

2. Theron Skeans, Gainesville, Texas; 4M Land & Cattle LTD, Justin, Texas; Walker Farm, Dayton, Texas on SKS Prestige Worldwide. 3.Emma Adams, Blossom, Texas on KG Outcast 702L.

Summer Yearling Bulls – Class 45

Calved May 12 to June 15, 2023 – 3 Shown

1.Aces Wild Ranch LLC, Millsap, Texas on AWR Mr Maura Nature 355L ET. 2. Kamden Filippo, Rush Springs, Okla., on FFF The Source 3188. 3. Bar J Livestock Inc., Liverpool, Texas on BJCF Utopia L140 P.

Spring Yearling Bulls – Class 48

Calved April 6, 2023 – 1 Shown

1.Aces Wild Ranch LLC, Millsap, Texas; Bradley Cattle, Marshfield, Mo.; Hankins Farms, Springfield, Mo.; The Gamblers, Millsap, Texas; Wagner

Bauman LLC, Nunn, Colo., on WB The Gov 316L ET.

Junior Yearling Bulls – Class 49

Calved January 5, 2023 – 1 Shown

1.Trinity Valley Community College, Athens, Texas on SKS North Of Richmond 59L.

Summer Senior Yearling Bulls – Class 53

Calved May 5 to July 5, 2022 – 3 Shown

1.Maguire Rohr, Elbert, Colo., on LHR He Ain’t No Saint 2206 TW.

2. Bar J Livestock Inc., Liverpool, Texas; Carr Cattle Company, Webb City, Mo., on CARRS Mr Ignite 222 P. 3.Makayla Houck, Prescott, Iowa on SFC Denali 2120.

Group Classes

Class Placings

Produce of Dam – Class 59 – 1 Shown.

1. Carr Cattle Company, Webb City, Mo., on RF Ms Makin Smoke 641. Junior Get-Of-Sire – Class 60 – 2 Shown.

1. Aces Wild Ranch LLC, Millsap, Texas on SVY Mayfield 30H.

2. Johnson/Oakes Genetics, Taloga, Okla., on MJ Coolcat 027. Get-Of-Sire – Class 61 – 1 Shown.

1. Skeans Cattle Company, Gainesville, Texas on TCCS Saint Christopher. Breeder Herd – Class 62 – 1 Shown.

1. Trinity Valley Community College, Athens, Texas. Group of Five Head – Class 63 – 1 Shown.

1. Trinity Valley Community College, Athens, Texas.

First Produce of Dam RF Ms Smoke 641 Carr Cattle Company, Webb City, Mo.

Junior Get-of-Sire

SVY Mayfield 30H ACES Wild Ranch LLC, Millsap, Texas

Get-of-Sire

TCCS Saint Christopher Skeans Cattle Company

Herdsman of the Year

An unexpected surprise came to Adam and Hannah McCall during the 56th National Charolais Show, when they were called to the show ring and presented with the Ted Kelley Memorial Herdsman of the Year award.

“It was a surprise,” said Hannah. The couple had been showing another breed at the time and were called to the Charolais ring where Chris Peuster, last year’s honoree, made the presentation prior to the Grand Champion Bull Drive held in conjunction with the Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo in Fort Worth, Texas.

The young couple, who met at a cattle show in Tennessee, are no strangers to the show ring. Both are first generation Charolais breeders, but Hannah’s family history makes her a fifth generation Angus breeder.

Adam, while working for Gallagher, moved to southwest Missouri in 2012 and Hannah made the move to join him after they were married in 2013. On their farm north of Springfield, the couple raised and exhibited Charolais and Angus with Adam also taking a position with ADM Animal Nutrition in 2014 and Hannah managing the show barn at Pinegar Limousin.

The McCall’s began hosting their own online heifer sales in 2016, one in April and another in October. Add three sales a year at Pinegar, and Hannah became no stranger to sale day prep, as it was always sale time. “Ty and Susie Heavin were our family in Springfield,” said Hannah.

In 2022, the couple made the move to Richmond, Kan., where they run “about 100 cows” with intensity focused on a few Charolais donor cows, and the remainder of the herd used as recips.

By: Linda Eck

“We put embryos in purebred cows and then turn out bulls, so cows are still producing a purebred calf,” explained Adam. Heifers are artificially inseminated.

“The first show heifer we bought together won Louisville as a calf,” said Adam of 5J Cigarro 924.

Speaking of “Cigarro,” Hannah was quick to add, “At 15 she is still going strong. “She’s been flushed a lot but has also had probably 10 natural calves.”

The move to Richmond has allowed Hannah and her mother, Kelley Rowlett, the opportunity to own a farm that is also the site for an event venue known as The Barn at Richmond, where they hosted 16 weddings this past year.

On Sept. 11, 2024, the McCall’s were blessed with their biggest joy as they became parents of a daughter, Merritt Claire McCall.

Adam, in his 11th year with ADM, travels a lot with his job, while Hannah oversees the everyday chores of feeding and getting ready for shows and sales.

“I’m the head of maintenance,” laughed Adam, “when I’m home there’s always a lot to be done.”

While excited for the herdsman honor, the couple faced the traditional haircut given by past awardees. “They shaved my head,” said Adam. “And they were brave enough to cut, maybe a half inch of Hannah’s.”

“My mom was standing beside me shaking her head no,” said Hannah, who after her minor hair cut was covered in cornstarch. “It was fun.”

(l-r): Chris Peuster, Richmond, Mo., 55th National Charolais Show Herdsman of the Year; Adam & Hannah McCall, AM Livestock, Richmond, Kansas, 56th National Charolais Show Herdsman of the Year; Casey Conway, Miss Charolais USA 2025.

Show Dedicatee

Show Dedicatee

True to his love of Charolais cattle, Texan Larry Lehman has spent over a quarter-century actively supporting the American International Charolais Association (AICA), an organization that has embellished the livelihood of he and his family with continuing friendships and an overwhelming wealth of in-depth learning experiences.

Headed back to his native Texas in the mid-90s, Larry barely got his herd started before making commitments of service and involvement to the AICA. After a 25-year career in telecommunications, Lehman, along with his wife Robbie and daughters Lori and Laci, made the move from St. Louis to Tioga, Texas and Lehman Charolais was born.

Keeping this new chapter in life focused on family, the Lehman herd began with two show heifers for the girls in 1994 and grew to over 100 head by 1997. Continuing to grow the herd and become more involved, the Lehmans became no strangers to junior events and exhibited a Junior National Champion female in 1998.

A strong believer that junior members are the future of the breed, Larry has been an avid proponent of the American International Junior Charolais Association, its membership and activities. Serving as chairperson of the AICA’s Junior Council since 1999, he has been, and remains instrumental in helping to ensure the AIJCA remains a strong and vibrant organization promoting leadership and interaction among young breeders. He has also served as chairman of the American-International Junior

by: Linda Eck

Charolais Foundation since 2000 which oversees the investment of endowment funds that make it possible for the organization to annually award over $40,000 in scholarships to deserving AIJCA members.

Amid involvement and support of the AICA and junior events, Larry was able to grow the herd to more than 300 head and Lehman Charolais enjoyed the status of being among the top five Charolais female sales in the country every year from 2003 until 2011 and was named AICA Seedstock Producer of the Year in 2009.

Actively involved in events and activities of the AIJCA’s Junior Nationals in 2000, 2007 and 2013, Larry and Robbie were honored as AIJCA Junior National Conference Honorees in 2004 and AIJCA Junior National Show Dedicatees in 2008.

In 2010, a rare opportunity emerged and the Lehman ranch was a host destination for the Charolais World Congress. Lehman and his family took advantage of the occasion and sponsored a junior heifer show in conjunction with the event, giving junior members the chance to show off their cattle to attendees and interact with Charolais breeders from around the world.

Always willing to give back to an association that has played an integral role in the life of his family, Larry served the AICA as President in 2013-2014 and has for many years served on the association’s Long Range Planning Committee. In 2021 Larry and Robbie were inducted into the AICA Hall of Fame.

(l-r): Brett Spader, AICA Executive Vice President; Laci Bracewell, Ryli Bracewell, Robbie Lehman, Larry Lehman and Casey Conway, Miss CharolaisUSA.

AICA Challenge Trophy

Ridder Farms, Hermann, Missouri

Show Animals of the Year

2023-2024 AICA Show Animal of the Year

Presentation: (L to R) Ryan Carr, Carr Cattle Company, Webb City, Mo.; Adam McCall, AM Livestock, Richmond, Kan.; Derek Ridder and Bailey Clanton, Ridder Farms, Hermann, Mo.; Braden and Nicole House, Big House Show Cattle, Iola, Texas; Troy Thomas, Thomas Ranch, Harrold, S. D.

2023 – 2024 Show Bull of the Year

AML CARRS ROAD HOUSE 220 – M985266 – 11-4-22 – 210

Sire: WIA-Conley Insider D9 P Dam: SF Miss Blend 1025P

Breeder: AM Livestock, Richmond, Kan.

Owners: AM Livestock, Richmond, Kan.; Carr Cattle Company, Webb City, Mo.; Dybdal Charolais, Newcastle, Neb.

2023 – 2024 Show Sire of the Year

BOY Outlier 812 ET Pld – EM908904 – 3-1-18 – 922

Sire: M&M Outsider 4003 Pld Dam: TR Ms Berkly 4711B ET

Breeder: Thomas Ranch, Harrold, S. D.

Owner: Boyert Show Cattle, Seville, Ohio

2023-2024 Show Female of the Year

RF Miss Maura 2331 ET – EF1338945 – 12-1-22 – 140

Sire: BOY Outlier 812 ET Pld Dam: RF SC Miss Maura 8221 ET

Breeder: Ridder Farms, Hermann, Mo.

Owner: Trace Ridder, Hermann, Mo.

2023 – 2024 Show Dam of the Year

SF MS Blend 1025 P – F1131791 – 9-24-10– 210

Sire: LT Easy Blend 5125 Pld Dam: SF Miss Tradition 0815 P

Breeder: Satterfield Charolais, Norfork, Ark.

Owner: AM Livestock, Richmond, Kan.

The Greatest Show 2025 AIJCA Junior National Commemorative Henry Golden Boy .22 LRs have been highlights of our recent AICA events. Thank you to L.G. Herndon Jr. Farms, Lyons, Georgia for your $3,200 purchase of the first rifle offered at auction during the 46th National Sale, Denver, Colo. The second rifle raised $2,900 at the CAT Cowtown Cattle Drive Sale in Fort Worth, Texas. Thank you to Bar L Charolais, Simms, Texas for your donation to The Greatest Show!

Contact -

Pam Hankins PlanningCommitteeChairman 417-861-7209 pamhankins917@gmail.com

Jamie Dehan FundraisingChairman 913-544-6128 jamiedehan@gmail.com

Kaitlyn Chism AICA Director of Youth Activities 816-464-2474 ext 201 kchism@charolaisusa.com

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11:30 AM: Offering 324 Angus, Red Angus, Charolais & Stabilizer Open Yearling Females

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A Study in Modern-Day

Yield Value

In today’s beef industry, every segment is required to do more with less. Given an increase in finished weights at harvest industry-wide and the need to meet higher efficiencies, Charolais genetics represent a superior choice for beef producers and industry stakeholders seeking to maximize carcass value. This analysis demonstrates that Charolais cattle consistently outperform Angus in both boxed beef and retail cutout values, offering significant financial advantages at every stage of the beef supply chain. With Charolais, the beef industry can expect increased yield and profit driven by enhanced yields in high-value cuts like ribeye, strip loin, and tenderloin. Whether you're a packer, retailer, or cattle breeder, incorporating Charolais genetics into your operation can lead to a direct boost in profitability, ensuring you're not only meeting market demand but also leading it.

Methods and Assumptions

Compared at a constant Quality Grade (USDA Choice) and carcass weight (900 lb.).

Boxed beef prices from USDA Market News from week ending Dec 20, 2024.

Retail beef prices from USDA Market News for Dec 2024, with missing retail prices calculated as standard industry markup from wholesale.

Charolais and Angus average carcass composition determined using non-parent average EPDs from 2024 Sire Summaries and BIF 2024 Across-Breed EPD Adjustments.

Breed average carcass composition converted to projected boxed beef and retail yields based on University of Arizona data from actual cutout data in controlled studies utilizing nine experienced meat cutters (mean = 23.1 years of experience), combined with data from multiple published beef carcass cutout studies from various universities.

Key Takeaways

Packer Level (Boxed Beef)

Choice 900-lb Charolais carcasses would have $125 greater cutout value than Choice 900-lb Angus carcasses. Choice 900-lb carcasses from Charolais/Angus cross cattle would have $60 greater cutout value than Choice 900-lb carcasses from straightbred Angus cattle.

The majority (74%) of the cutout value advantage of Charolais, compared to Angus, comes from the Charolais value advantage in six packer products: Ribeye, Top Round, Strip Loin, Tenderloin, Bottom Round, and Lean Trimmings. These per-head advantages multiplied by a load, pen, shift, or week head count would result in huge value differences.

Entire Industry (Packer and Retailer)

Choice 900-lb Charolais carcasses would have $201 greater retail cutout value than Choice 900-lb Angus carcasses.

Choice 900-lb carcasses from Charolais/Angus cross cattle would have $97 greater retail cutout value than Choice 900lb carcasses from straightbred Angus cattle.

The majority (76%) of the retail cutout value advantage of Charolais, compared to Angus, comes from the Charolais value advantage in six retail beef products: Ribeye Steaks, Strip Steaks, Top Round Roasts, Bottom Round Roasts, Tenderloin Steaks, and Ground Beef.

Retail cutout value advantages of Charolais would be most realized in case-ready programs and vertically-integrated or vertically-coordinated beef programs.

Financial Highlights

Increased Value

$ 326

Per-head increase in total, post-harvest value and profitability due to inclusion of Charolais genetics.

Industry Impact

$ 7.2b

Economic effect of retail value in the U.S. beef chain with the addition of just 10% more Charolais-sired fed cattle.

Boxed Beef Value

5%

Estimated increase in total boxed beef value due to the additional of Charolais-fed cattle due to yield advantages on Choice carcasses.

Charolais Char/Angus Angus

Ribeye

Strip Loin

Full Tenderloin

80/20 Trim

Saturday, April 12, 2025

1 p.m. • Chappell's Sales Arena • Strafford, Missouri

Open Heifers • Bred

Select Embryo Matings • Semen

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LAFRAISE SILVER FOX 662

Due 4/22/25 to GHC Reagan 9012.

Silver Fox is a daughter of the highly popular, WCF Mr Silver Gun 467. His semen is in short supply, so good young Silver Gun daughters are hard to find. Her picturesque mother is one of the stoutest made females we have walking our pastures.

LAFRAISE KEYSTONE 703A

BW: 73 • WW: 785 • YW 1285

The Reserve Grand Champion Bull at the 2024 Illinois State Fair. 703A is a calving-ease son of the popular RBM Keystone H41. He is has a long, clean front end and is smooth shouldered with the perfect shape to be a worry free heifer bull. Low birthweight, strong performance, and a look that wins in the show ring.

LAFRAISE PAULINE 93C

Safe to LaFraise Keystone 803. Due after sale.

Another amazing daughter of our elite donor, LJR Wranglin Pauline 29B. A maternal sister was Supreme Champion Female at the Wisconsin State. A full sister was the highselling female on last fall’s Autumn In The Ozarks sale. She has extra length and structural integrity that make for years of high end production and years of profitability.

M6 NEW GERMAINE 5149P ET

Selling a flush and embryos by JMAR Jefferson 8M11 and embryos by FH Gun Runner 2024. This outstanding individual has been making good ones for a long time. She is a full sister to 484 and 599, the cows the breed is talking about.

DCR MS SILVER LED F136

This dam of the ABS bull, Jefferson, is a great Silver Gun daughter. Embryos sell out of the Select Sires bull SVY Historic 241K and the dollar producing WC Encompass 0507 P.

WCF SILVER GUN 467

Selling 10 units of semen on this breed changer. No bull in the breed has ever been this consistent in siring performancebased herd sire prospects and daughters with great udder quality and doability. There’s not much semen available.

JBARW KILL SHOT 4301

AICA M995696 SIRE: DCR MR GENERAL RIDGE G117

71# AWW 820# AYW 1582#

-2.9 WW 89 YW 158 Milk 24 TSI 319

JBARW MR SILVER GUN 4317 ET

AICA EM1000905 SIRE: WCF MR SILVER GUN 467 BW 92# AWW 788# AYW 1471#

-2.0 WW 73 YW 132 Milk 27 TSI 313

JBARW

MR SMOOTH SILVER 4304

AICA M995695 SIRE: WCF MR SILVER GUN 467 BW 90# AWW 815# AYW 1549#

0.5 WW 91 YW 166 Milk 28 TSI 326

97# AWW 756#

JBARW MR SILVER GUN 4303 AICA 995694 SIRE: WCF MR SILVER GUN 467

89# AWW 714# AYW 1452#

0.5 WW 83 YW 143 Milk 23 TSI 294

46TH NATIONAL CHAROLAIS SALE

National Western Stock Show

Denver, Colorado // January, 18, 2025

Since the first stock show in 1906, Denver has been a place where generations of cattlemen have spent time reuniting with old friends and doing business year after year.

With near record attendance and cold temperatures, the 46th National Charolais Sale was held on January 18, 2025, in the Stockyards Event Center Wagner Equipment Sale Arena.

This annual offering of Charolais seedstock dates back to the first National Sale in 1980 in San Antonio, Texas.

The 46th National Charolais Sale was sponsored by the American-International Charolais Association. CK Sales and Marketing, Colt Keffer, Topeka, Kansas, managed the sale.

Justin B. Stout, Overland Park, Kansas, served as the auctioneer.

46th National Sale Averages

6 Open Heifers ................................................... $17,416

6 Cow Herd Choices ......................................... $18, 333

5 Bred Heifers ....................................................$17,900

17 Lots ......................................................... $17,882

Not reported in the Above Averages:

1 Embryo Interest

$15, 500

2 IVF Cycles ..................................................... $15, 500

50 Units of Semen .................................................$742

1 Pregnant Recipient ....................................... $13, 500

Total Sale Gross: $401,125

High-selling lots:

Lot 1 – $50,000 – Choice of 2024 Born Open Heifers. From Lindskovʼs LT Ranch, Isabel, S. D. To OC Cattle Company, Edmond, Okla.

Lot 4 – $36,000 – Choice of Female Herd. From Hubert Charolais Ranch, Oakley, Kan. To Full Circle Cattle Company, Lakin, Kan.

Lot 6 – $31,000 –Choice of Bred Heifers. From L.G. Herndon Jr. Farms, Lyons, Ga. To Clay Floyd, Danville, Ga., and Walker Land & Cattle Company, Macon, Ga.

Lot 16 - $22,500 – Choice of Female Herd. From Prairie Valley Farm Charolais, Platte, S. D. To Full Circle Cattle Company, Lankin, Kan.

Lot 13 – $20,000 – Choice of Bred Heifers. From Zehnder Waage Partnership, Stanchfield, Minn. To Three Fires Cattle Company, LaCygne, Kan.

Lots 17 – $19, 500 – Choice of Female Herd. From JMAR Genetics, Appomattox, Va. To Jeff Dunklee, Vernon, Vt.

Lot 5 – $15,500 – IVF Cycle. BOY HL Lilo 350L, 1-24-23, by BOY Outlier 812 ET Pld. From Boyert Show Cattle, Seville, Ohio and Lime Creek Cattle Company, Hopkinton, Iowa. To Jackson Cattle Company, Walnut Springs, Texas.

Lot 20A – $15,500 – IVF Cycle. M6 Ms New Germaine 484 P, 9-1-14, by M6 New Standard 842P ET. From Wild Indian Acres, DeSoto, Mo. To Hale Farms, Louisburg, Mo.

Donation Lots:

$9,000 – Life-size Fiberglass Charolais Bull, presented by Double-H Charolais, Paynesville, Minn. Proceeds to endow the Harlin and Sue Hecht AIJCF Scholarship. To Full Circle Cattle Company, Lakin, Kan.

$3,200 – 2025 AIJCA Junior National “The Greatest Show” Commemorative Henry Boy .22 Long Rifle. Presented by the 2025 AIJCA Junior National Planning Committee. To L.G. Herndon Jr. Farms, Lyons, Ga.

EPD EVALUATION RELEASE DATES

Maggie Smithee

Recording Secretary

msmithee@charolaisusa.com or call 816-464-2474 x401.

As we are moving through Spring Bull Sale Season, here are some important dates to remember. These are the dates for EPD Releases for 2025:

Monday, March 3, 2025

Tuesday, April 1, 2025

Friday, August 1, 2025

Monday, September 1, 2025

Wednesday, October 1, 2025

Monday, November 3, 2025

Monday, December 1, 2025

Here are some important reminders:

• Performance data (birth, weaning, yearling weights, and ultrasound) and Genotypes (100K for genomically enhanced EPDs) must be received by the first of the previous month. For example, to be included in the March 3rd release all data must have been entered by February 1st.

• No evaluations will be done for May, June, or July. Any genomic testing done over the summer will not receive enhanced EPDs until August 1st if the genotype is received after March 1st. Same goes for any performance data entered.

• To get ratios, it is not required to go through an evaluation. If you enter the weights today, they will calculate overnight, and ratios will be published tomorrow.

• If you have enrolled your dams in the PPR program. The calves will receive EPDs once they are fully registered.

Sarah Almond

Assistant Recording salmond@charolaisusa.com or call 816-464-2474 x402.

• Once the lab receives the samples there is a 3 to 5 week turnaround processing time before that genotype is received back in the office. For example, if a genotype is received in the middle of February, it will not be enhanced EPDs until April 1st.

• If you are curious if an animal has Genomically Enhanced EPDs look for the logo in the top left corner.

• To check to see if the updated EPDs have released look at the bottom left corner for the date.

SHOW RESULTS ROLL OF EXCELLENCE

AICA ROLL OF EXCELLENCE

Show Results

National Western Stock Show – National ROE Pens of Bulls & Heifer Show

National Western Stock Show & Rodeo – National ROE Show

NATIONAL

WESTERN STOCK SHOW

NATIONAL ROE PENS OF BULLS & HEIFER SHOW

Denver, Colo. - January 18, 2025

Judge: Mitch Thomas, Raymondville, Texas

Total Shown – 16 Pens: 6 – Pens of 3

Heifers; 3 Pens of 5 Bulls; 7 Pens of 3 Bulls.

CHAMPION PENS

Grand Champion Pen of 3 Heifers: (1st Class 301A) Thomas Ranch, Harrold, S. D. Sire: SVY Mayfield 30H. Averages: Age: 251days; Wt.: 753; WDA: 3.00

Reserve Grand Champion Pen of 3

Heifers: (1st Class 301B) Bar S Rach, Paradise, Kan. Sires: Keys Powermax 57G; Bar S Golden State 5532. Averages: Age: 299 days; Wt.: 953; WDA: 3.19.

Grand Champion Pen of 5 Bulls: (1st Class 101B) Cody Cattle Company, Scandia, Kan. Sires: CCC WC Redemption 7143 Pld; CCC Probity 9506 P. Averages: Age: 357 days; Wt.: 1,334; WDA: 3.73; SC: 38.2.

Reserve Grand Champion Pen of 5 Bulls: (1st Class 102) Carr Cattle Company, Webb City, Mo. Sires: CARRS Mr Cash ‘Em In 024 P; TR CAG Carbon Copy 7630E ET; WIA Blackwater Jack 060 P. Averages: Age: 500 days; Wt.: 1,626; WDA: 3.25; SC: 40.0.

Grand Champion Pen of 3 Bulls: (1st Class 201B) Wright Charolais, Richmond, Mo. Sires: CCC WC Redemption 7143 Pld ET; WC Inferno 6561 P; WC Premonition 1138 P ET. Averages: Age: 342 days; Wt.: 1,275; WDA: 3.73; SC:37.0.

Reserve Grand Champion Pen of 3 Bulls: (1st Class 201A) Zehnder Waage Partnership, Stanchfield, Minn. Sires: WDZ Flatland 2044; PVFC Platte 2110 Pld; WDZ Bartlett 1175 Pld. Averages: Age: 317 days; Wt.: 1,190; WDA: 3.75; SC: 38.7.

CLASS PLACINGS PEN OF THREE HEIFERS

Pen of Three Heifers Class 301B: 2 Shown. 2. Anna Link, Rio, Ill., Sires: WR Relief J4606; WC Milestone 5223 P; WC Captain Jack 2274 P. (285 days; Wt.: 873; WDA: 3.06)

Pen of Three Heifers Class 301C: 2 Shown. 1. Three Fires Cattle Co, LaCygne, Kan. Sires: NG Maverick 2184J; SVY Profound 145J. (323 days; Wt.: 937; WDA: 2.90) 2. Benes Cattle Co., Valparaiso, Neb., Sires: CCC WC Redemption 7143 Pld; CCC 2B Gunslinger 9030 P; BCR Outrage 012 Pld. (326 days; Wt.: 862; WDA: 2.64)

Pen of Three Heifers Class 301D: 1

Shown. 1. Bill King Ranch, Moriarty, N. M. Sires: LT Badge 9184 Pld; LT Patriot 1727 Pld. (361 days; Wt.: 1,025; WDA: 2.84)

PEN OF FIVE BULLS

Pen of Five Bulls Class 101A – 1

Shown: 1. Odden Ranch, Colome, S. D. Sires: CAG CC Sideline 7063E ET; KC Dakota Bob 1342P; (314 days; Wt.: 1,158; WDA: 3.68; SC: 37.2)

PEN OF THREE BULLS

Pen of Three Bulls Class 201A: 2

Shown. 2. NextGen Cattle Co., Paxico, Kan. Sires: JMAR Hosea 2M70; Keys Hooray 177G; LT Atlas 0251 Pld. (315 days; Wt.: 1,125; WDA: 3.57; SC: 34.7)

Pen of Three Bulls Class 201B : 3

Shown. 2. Zehnder Waage Partnership, Stanchfield, Minn. Sires: WDZ Aerosmith 1109 Pld; Tri-N Brooks 34H. (344 Days; Wt. 1,278; WDA: 3.72; SC: 37.00) 3. Schrader Ranch, Wells, Kan. Sire: CCC

WC Redemption 7143 Pld ET. (335 days; Wt.: 1,148; WDA: 3.43; SC: 37.3)

Pen of Three Bulls Class 203 : 1

Shown. 1.Wagner Charolais, Nunn, Colo. Sire: LT Governor 1560 Pld. (514 days; Wt.: 1,633; WDA: 3.18; SC: 39.7)

NATIONAL WESTERN

Grand Champion Pen of 3 Heifers

Grand Champion Pen of 3 Bulls

Grand Champion Pen of 3 Bulls

Grand Champion Pen of 3 Heifers

Grand Champion Pen of 5 Bulls

SHOW RESULTS ROLL OF EXCELLENCE

NATIONAL

WESTERN STOCK SHOW & RODEO, DENVER

Denver, Colo.- January 20, 2025

Judge: Cody Sankey, Economy, Ind.

Total Shown – 51: 33 Females – 18 Bulls

FEMALES

Spring Champion and Grand Champion Female: BOY HL Lola 314L, 4-28-23, by BOY Outlier 812 ET Pld. Carter Hoge, Good Hope, Ill.

Reserve Spring Champion and Reserve Grand Champion Female: AC PGC Ms London 2321 ET, 3-25-23, by BRCHE Cool Dot 0503 Pld ET. Matthew Bruns, North Platte, Neb.

Spring Calf Champion Female: BOY HL Mary M452, 5-6-24, by BOY Outlier 812 ET Pld. Brooke Polzin, Darvin, Minn.

Reserve Spring Calf Champion

Female: BOY AALB Montella 410M, 3-1524, by BOY Cajun 010J. Brock Studer, Creston, Iowa.

Junior Calf Champion Female: TR

Ms Molly 4921M ET, 1-30-24, by M&M Outsider 4003 Pld. Jady Ledoux, Harrold, S. D.

Reserve Junior Calf Champion

Female: TR Ms My Maria 4915M ET, 2-9-24, by SVY Mayfield 30H. Kashlyn Krebs, Gordon, Neb.

Senior Calf Champion Female: RF Ms Duchess 3334 ET, 11-13-23, by CAG CC Sideline 7063E ET. Tannah Cassatt, Webb City, Mo.

Intermediate Champion Female: RF

Ms Duchess Naomi 3282 ET, 7-4-23, by M&M Outsider 4003 Pld. Andrew Bohrer, Martinsburg, W. Va.

Reserve Intermediate Champion

Female: AKS Miss Impressive 7554L, 5-29-23, by TR Mr Fire Water 5792RET.

Jailyn Sonntag, Hays, Kan.

Senior Champion: White Rose Kiki 229K, 9-8-22, by TR Mr Rhinestone 4658B. Sutton Hill, Nunn, Colo. Sutton Hill, Nunn, Colo.

CLASS PLACINGS

Late Spring Heifer Calves: Calved May 3 to May 12, 2024. 5 Shown. 1. Brooke Polzin on BOY HL Mary M452. 2. Thomas Ranch, Harrold, S. D., on TR Ms Mayfield 4762M ET. 3. Avery Knupp, Orion, Ill., on HINSHAW Ms Duchess M36 ET.

Early Spring Heifer Calves: Calved April 3 to April 28, 2024. 3 Shown. 1. Briggston Bertsche, Onida, S. D., on BRCHE HNRX Hot Pepper 4507 ET. 2. Anna Link, Rio, Ill., on APL Bewley Alice 409. 3. Tatum Carlson, Henry, Neb., on TC Journey M319.

Early Spring Heifer Calves: Calved March 2 to March 29, 2024. 5 Shown. 1. Brock Studer on BOY AALB Montella

410M. Easton Hill, Nunn, Colo., on OCR Ms Mama Mia M83. 3. Josi Schrader, Wells, Kan., on SCHRADER’S Moroney 498M ET.

Junior Heifer Calves: Calved February 2 to February 26, 2024. 7 Shown. 1.

Kashlyn Krebs on TR Ms My Maria 4915M ET. 2. Kelly Gaffney, Barneveld, Wis., on TR Ms Mila 4920M ET. 3. Josi Schrader on SCHRADER’S Melania 498M ET.

Junior Heifer Calves: Calved January 2 to January 30, 2024. 2 Shown. 1. Jady Ledoux on TR Ms Molly 4921M ET. 2. Tannah Cassatt on CCC Ms Sweetheart 4005 P ET.

Winter Heifer Calves: Calved November 13, 2023. 1 Shown. 1. Tannah Cassatt on RF Ms Duchess 3334 ET.

Late Summer Yearling Females: Calved July 4, 2023. 1 Shown. 1. Andrew Bohrer on RF Ms Duchess Naomi 3282 ET.

Summer Yearling Females: Calved May 29, 2023. 1 Shown. 1. Jailyn Sonntag on AKS Miss Impressive 7554L.

Late Spring Yearling Females: Calved April 1 to April 28, 2023. 4 Shown. 1.

Carter Hoge on BOY HL Lola 314L. 2. Jady Ledoux on TR Ms Lucinda 3920L ET. 3.

Aliana Hankes, Watage, Ill., on KF TLAC Call Me Maybe L008 ET.

Early Spring Yearling Females: Calved

March 11 to March 25, 2023. 2 Shown. 1. Matthews Bruns on AC PGC Ms London 2321 ET. 2. Shayla Dismukes, Checotah, Okla., on DCC Chics Rebecca 2309.

Late Junior Yearling Females: Calved February 1, 2023. 1 Shown. 1. Kelly Gaffney on TR MS Lena 3925L ET.

Early Senior Yearling Females: Calved September 8, 2022. 1 Shown. 1. Sutton Hill on White Rose Kiki 229K

BULLS

Senior Champion and Grand Champion Bull: LHR He Ain’t No

Saint 22-6 TW, 6-4-22, by TCCS Saint Christopher. Maguire Rohr, Elbert, Colo.

Reserve Senior Champion and Reserve Grand Champion Bull: CARRS

Mr Ignite 222 P, 5-5-22, by WIA-Conley Insider D9 P. Bar J Livestock Inc., Liverpool, Texas; Carr Cattle Company, Webb City, Mo.

Spring Calf Champion Bull: OCR

Sideline M194, 4-2-24, by CAG CC

Sideline 7063E ET. Odden Charolais Ranch, Colome, S. D.

Reserve Spring Calf Champion Bull: TR Outsider 4715M ET, 3-16-24, by M&M Outsider 4003 Pld. Thomas Ranch.

Junior Calf Champion Bull: Schrader’s Reverence 481M ET, 2-11-24, by CCC WC Redemption 7143 Pld ET. Josi Schrader.

Reserve Junior Calf Champion Bull: MSL Mr. Quavo 675M, 2-10-24, by MSL Flat Banger 306H Pld ET. Shawn Leifeste, Cameron, Texas.

Senior Calf Champion Bull: CARRS Money to Burn 321 P ET, 9-10-23, by CARRS Mr Cash ’Em In 024 P. Carr Cattle Company.

Intermediate Champion Bull: BJCF Utopia L140 P, 5-12-23, by WDZ Commissioner 928. Bar J Livestock, Inc.

Junior Champion Bull: TLAC Party For One 1605L, 3-21-23, by CCC WC Redemption 7143 Pld ET. Jenna Tlach, Prole, Iowa.

Reserve Junior Champion Bull: CAH White Noise 02L, 1-23-23, by TR CAG Carbon Copy 7630E ET. Huck Plyer, Hope, Ark.

CLASS PLACINGS

Late Summer Bull Calves: Calved July 27, 2024. 1 Shown. 1. Pat O’Dell, Colton, Ore., on Magic Mountain Maximum.

Early Spring Bull Calves: Calved April 2 to April 5, 2024. 3 Shown. 1. Odden Charolais Ranch on OCR Sideline M194. 2. Caprock Cattle Company, Hecla, S. D. on CAPROCK Mr Tommy Gun 468M. 3. Anna Link on APL Bewley Balladeer 424.

Early Spring Bull Calves: Calved March 1 to March 16, 2024. 2 Shown. 1. Thomas Ranch on TR Outsider 4715M ET. 2. Epperson Cattle/Colby Epperson, Laredo, Mo., on CE Pegasus Envy 016.

Junior Bull Calves: Calved February 10 to February 11, 2024. 2 Shown. 1. Josi Schrader on SCHRADER’S Reverence 481M ET. 2. Shawn Leifeste on MSL Mr. Quavo 675M.

Junior Bull Calves: Calved January 6, 2024. 1 Shown. 1. Caprock Cattle Company on CAPROCK Mr Landman 407M Pld ET.

Senior Bull Calves: Calved September 10, 2023. 1 Shown. Carr Cattle Company on CARRS Money to Burn 321 P ET. Summer Yearling Bulls: Calved May 12, 2023. 1 Shown. 1. Bar J Livestock Inc., on BJCF Utopia L140 P.

Spring Yearling Bulls: Calved March 21 to April 9, 2023. 2 Shown. 1. Jenna Tlach on TLAC Party For One 1605L. 2. Anna Link on APL Bewley Intuition 328.

Junior Yearling Bulls: Calved January 8 to January 23, 2023. 2 Shown. 1. Huck Plyler on CAH White Noise 02L. 2. Epperson Cattle/Colby Epperson on CCC Sundance 3026 P ET.

Senior Yearling Bulls: Calved November 10, 2022. 1 Shown. Epperson Cattle/Colby Epperson on CE Cool Resource.

Summer Senior Yearling Bulls: Calved May 5 to June 4, 2022. 2 Shown. 1. Maguire Rohr on LHR He Ain’t No Saint 2206 TW. 2. Bar J Livestock, Inc.; Carr Cattle Company on CARRS Mr Ignite 222 P.

GROUPS

Produce Of Dam: 6 Shown. 1. Thomas Ranch on TR Ms Berkly 4711B ET. 2. Carr Cattle Company on RF Ms Makin Smoke 641. 3. Josi Schrader on TR Ms Fame 8712F ET.

Junior Get Of Sire: 2 Shown. 1. Thomas Ranch on M&M Outsider 4003 Pld. 2. Josi Schrader on CCC WC Redemption 7143 Pld ET.

NATIONAL WESTERN STOCK SHOW

Building a LEGACY.

Thank you to Double-H Charolais, Harlin and the late Sue Hecht Family, Paynesville, Minnesota for the donation of a Fiberglass Bull at the46th National Sale to help establish a Harlin & Sue Hecht Memorial AIJCF Scholarship to be awarded at Junior National. Much appreciation to Taylor & Lyndee Stabel of Full Circle Cattle Company, Lakin, Kansas who purchased the bull with their $9,000 donation towards the fund.

If you feel inclined to make a tax-deductible contribution to the Harlin & Sue Hecht Memorial Scholarship fund, donations may be written to the AIJCF and mailed to the AICA office.

Competition

Scholarships available for graduating High School Seniors and College Undergraduate Students in agriculture and non-agricultural fields of study.

Scholarship Applications due April 30.

SALE RESULTS CHAROLAIS

BOCK CHAROLAIS COMPLETE DISPERSAL

Dickinson, N.D. - December 18, 2024

Auctioneer: Seth Weishaar, Belle Fourche, S.D.

Sale Manager: CK Sales and Marketing, Topeka, Kan.

Averages:

47 Bull Calf Splits ..........................................................$7,085

45 Heifer Calf Splits......................................................

27 Bred Heifers

3 Bred Cows

2 Bull Calves

1 Heifer Calf

125 Lots

Sale Gross $712,950 By Hadley

Schotte

High Selling Lots:

Total Sale Gross: $318,500 By Hadley Schotte

High-selling lot:

$14,000 – Yearling Bull. SCR Sir Double Down 4155 Pld, 3-30-24, by EC Double Down 375 Pld. To John Weaver and Sons, Hettinger, N.D.

$9,000 – Yearling Bull. SCR Sir Buster 493 Pld, 3-19-24, by JM Buster 107 P. To John Weaver & Sons, Hettinger, N.D.

$5,913

$3,519

$3,183

$3,650

$2,000

$5,704

$9,600 – Heifer Calf Split. LNB Miss Ledger 0122, 4-9-20, by LNB Ledger 3025. Heifer calf, 3-31-24, by Box P Avalanche 8194 P. To Shawn Hollermann, Bertrum, Minn.

$8,650 – Bull Calf Split. LNB Miss Ava 2002, 3-2422, by Box P Avalanche 8194 P. To Shawn Hollermann. Heifer calf, 3-22-24, by Eatons Hot Shot 0130 Polled. To John Verbout, Grygla, Minn.

$8,500 – Bull Calf Split. LNB Miss Ledger 9039, 3-29-19, by LNB Ledger 3025. To Shawn Hollermann. Bull calf, 3-29-24, by HC Elks 2090 Pld. To Shane Frost, Randlett, Utah.

$8,500 – Bull Calf Split. LNB Miss Ledger 9081, 4-319, by LNB Ledger 3025. To NextGen Cattle, Paxico, Kan. Bull calf, 3-26-24, by Box P Avalanche 8194 P. To Dale Baranko, Fairfield, N.D.

$8,250 – Heifer Calf Split. LNB Miss Ledger 7143, 4-7-17, by LNB Ledger 3025. To Doug Walter, Wibaux, Mont. Heifer calf, 3-16-24, by Box P Avalanche 8194 P. To Shawn Hollerman.

$8,100 – Bull Calf Split. LNB Miss Rushmore 1165, 4-18-21, by HC Rushmore 9112 Pld. To John Verbout. Bull calf, 3-20-24, by Box P Avalanche 8194 P. To Wild Indian Acres, De Soto, Mo.

$8,000 – Bull Calf Split. LNB Miss Ledger 1055, 4-3-21, by LNB Ledger 3025. To Rifle Creek Cattle, Anselmo, Neb. Bull calf, 3-17-24, by Box P Avalanche 8194 P. To Curtis Cattle Co, Mt. Vernon, Iowa.

SOREIDE CHAROLAIS 42ND ANNUAL BULL SALE

Bowman, N.D. - January 24, 2025

Auctioneer: Scott Weishaar, Sentinel Butte, N.D.

$8,750 – Yearling Bull. SCR Sir Outfielder 4230 Pld, 4-26-24, by JAB Outfielder 861 Pld ET. To Bracket Butte Ranch, Baker, Mont.

$8,500 – Summer Yearling Bull. SCR Sir Pandemic 3310 Pld, 6-28-23, by EC Pandemic 576 Pld. To Tom Herr, Dickinson, N.D. & Terry Gregory, South Heart, N.D.

DENNIS CHAROLAIS FARMS BEEFGENE BULL SALE

Sulphur Springs, Texas - January 25, 2025

Auctioneer: Justin B. Stout, Overland Park, Kan.

Averages:

69 Bulls

Not included above averages

4 Commercial Bulls

Total Sale Gross: $432,500 By Cody Beck

High-selling lots:

$6,036

$4,000

Total Sale Gross: $182,550

High-selling lots:

$14,500 – Heifer Pregnancy. M6 New Germaine 484 P x LT Countdown 9712 P. From Cannon Charolais Ranch, Newton, Iowa. To Caprock Cattle Co, Hecla, S.D.

$12,000 – Choice of Summer Show Prospects. From Big House Show Cattle, Iola, Texas. To McKenna Mitchell, Justin, Texas

$11,000 – Choice of 2024 Fall Calving First Calf Heifers. From Thomas Charolais, Inc., Raymondville, Texas. To Stretcher Charolais Ranch, Mt. Vernon, Texas.

$11,000 – Choice of Summer Show Heifer Prospects. From Big House Show Cattle, Iola, Texas. To Kady Whitford, Crowley, Texas.

$11,000 – Show Heifer Prospect. AML Elvira 403, 4-15-24, by BJCF Watt Z36. From AM Livestock, Richmond, Kan. To Heritage Hat Ranch, Canyon, Texas.

$10,000 – Flush. Choice of Sweetheart donors. From Cody Cattle Company, Scandia, Kan. To Full Circle Cattle Company, Lakin, Kan.

Note: 2025 AIJCA Junior National Donation Henry Golden Boy .22 LR sold to Bar L Charolais, Simms, Texas for $2,900.

BLACK HILLS STOCK SHOW & RODEO CHAROLAIS SALE

Rapid City, S.D. - February 4, 2025

$20,000-Bull. DCF Jack 334, 8-3-23, by KC Jack 0891P. To 3D Syndicate, Texas.

$14,000-Bull. DCF Uncharted Tank 352, 7-28-23, by DC/CRJ Tank E108 P. To Centenary Ranch, Mission, Texas.

CHAROLAIS ASSOCIATION OF TEXAS COWTOWN CATTLE DRIVE SALE

Fort Worth, Texas - January 31, 2025

Auctioneer: Justin B. Stout, Overland Park, Kan.

Sale Manager: JWC Marketing, Monroe, Iowa

Averages:

1 First Calf Heifer ...........................................................

6 Show Heifer Prospects

2 Donors

2 Herd Sire Prospects

11 Live Lots

Not includes in the Above Averages:

4 Flushes

2 Heifer Pregnancies

$11,000

$7,542

$6,750

$7,000

$7,614

$5,438

Auctioneer: Seth Weishaar, Belle Fouche, S.D.

Averages:

6 Two-Year-Old Bulls

5 Fall Yearling Bulls

9 Yearling Bulls

1 Bred Heifer

2 Open Heifers

23 Lots .................................................................................

By Hadley Schotte

High-selling lots:

$8,000

$9,000

$5,889

$8,500

$3,875

$7,054

$11,000 – Fall Yearling Bull. JAB Barracuda 351 Polled ET, 9-2-23, by JAB Around Here Buzz 657 Pld. From J&A Charolais, Sparta, Wis. To Cheyenne Charolais, Wasta, S.D.

$8,500 – Bred Heifer. GHC Randi 3112, 5-8-23, by TR Mr Firewater 5792RET. Safe to GHC Reagan 9012. From Grand Hills Cattle, Fort Collins, Colo. To Shortgrass Ranch, Provo, S.D.

BRADLEY 3 RANCH WIDE BODY BULL SALE

Memphis, Texas - February 8, 2025

$128

$12,500 42 Embryos $1,179 20 Units of Semen

Auctioneers: Justin Stout, Overland Park, Kan. and

Doak Lambert, Decatur Texas

Averages:

90 Bulls

Not Included in Above Averages:

181 Angus Bulls

68 Angus Females

Total Sale Gross: $2,519,200 By Cody Beck

High-selling lots:

$8,200

$8,624

$3,238

$29,000-Bull. B3R Silver Gun L602 ET PLD, 8-16-23, by WCF MR Silver Gun 467. To NextGen Cattle Company, Paxico, Kan.

$15,000-Bull. B3R Silver Gun L601 ET PLD, 8-15-23, by WCF MR Silver Gun 467. To Commercial bull buyer, Texas.

$14,000-Bull. B3R L037 Alarms E047, 10-12-23, by B3R G650 Alarms. To Commercial bull buyer, Texas.

$14,000-Bull. B3R L039 Alarms E047, 10-1-23, by B3R G650 Alarms. To Commercial bull buyer, Texas.

$13,500-Bull. B3R Silver Eagle L652P, 9-30-23, by FH Silver Eagle 1100 P. To Commercial bull buyer, Texas.

CHAROLAIS FOR PROFIT BULL SALE

Bryan, Texas - February 8, 2025

Sale Manager: Outfront Cattle Service, College Station, Texas

Auctioneer: Greg Clifton, N. Richland Hills, Texas

Averages:

9 Two-Year-Old Bulls

15 Fall Yearling Bulls

24 Lots

Not Reported in Above Averages:

1 Angus

1 Charolais Cros

Total Sale Gross: $138,000 By Isaac Hughes

High-selling lots:

$4,778

$5,800

$5,417

$4,500

$3,500

$7,750 – Fall Yearling Bull. CM Cigar Copy L83, 11-22-23, by LHD Cigar E46. From McCord Cattle Company, Sulphur Springs, Texas. To Charlie Morgan, Bellville, Texas.

$7,500 – Fall Yearling Bull. RE Jubalation 348 ET, 8-31-23, by JMAR Jubal 5P01. From Evans Charolais, Brownwood, Texas. To Senkirik Cattle Company, Rising Star, Texas.

$7,000 – Fall Yearling Bull. LCC Repentance 9483, 8-5-23, by JMAR Hosea 2M70. From Lehmann Cattle Company, Lathrop, Mo. To Czajkowsik Cattle Company, Texas.

$7,000 – Fall Yearling Bull. LCC Power House 7133, 8-17-23, by VPI Free Lunch 708T. From Lehmann Cattle Company. To Krahn Cattle Company, Texas.

STEWART CHAROLAIS

& RED ANGUS 18TH ANNUAL BULL SALE

Lake Preston, S.D. - February 8, 2025

Auctioneer: Lynn Weishaar, Reva, S.D.

Averages:

5

Not Included in Above Averages:

15 Red Angus

3 Percentage

Total Sale Gross: $262,750 By Hadley Schotte

High-selling lots:

$4,383

$6,917

$14,500 – Yearling Bull. JS Sir Herdbuilder 4225, 2-2-24, by SAT Herdbuilder 1201 P. To Henderson Ranch, Prairie City, S.D.

$10,500 – Yearling Bull. JS Sir Patriot 4377, 3-1524, by SAT Patriot 6039 P. To Stenson Charolais, Lidgerwood, N.D.

$9,500 – Yearling Bull. JS RK Sir Diamondback 4103, 1-20-24, by JS Diamond 4247 Pld. To Koistinen Ranch, Hayti, S.D.

$8,750 – Yearling Bull. JS Sir Southern Lights 4362, 3-2-24, by JS Sir Southern Lights 2110. To Mary Schmidt, Monroe, Wisc. IOWA BEEF EXPO 61ST ANNUAL CHAROLAIS SALE

Des Moines, Iowa February 9, 2025

Auctioneer: Justin B. Stout, Overland Park, Kan.

Sale Manager: JWC Marketing, Monroe, Iowa

Averages:

8 Age Advantage Bulls

$5,781

8 Yearling Bulls ...............................................................$5,556

10 Bred Heifers ...............................................................

8 Open Heifers

34 Lots

Total Sale Gross: $177,950 By Hadley Schotte

High-selling lots:

$5,855

$3,588

$5,234

$10,000 – Two-Year-Old Bull. DF Significant 904L, 3-10-23, by CCC WC Resource 417 P. From Derrer Farms, Milan, Ill. To KB Charolais, Lena, Ill.

$10,000 – Two-Year-Old Bull. LAFRAISE Keystone 803, 3-13-23, by RBM Keystone H41. From LaFraise Farms, Flanagan, Ill. To Haystack Charolais, Albia, Iowa.

$7,000 – Bred Heifer. BE TKB Breckenridge 153, 2-723, by RBM Keystone H41. Safe to BRCHE Cool Dot 0503 Pld. To ML Lewis Charolais, Monroe, Iowa.

$7,000 - Bred Heifer. JAB Dodge 318 Polled, 4-5-23, by JAB Around Here Buzz 657 Pld. Safe to JAB EC Jack Daniels 306 Polled. From J&A Charolais, Sparta, Wisc. To Richard Berns, Postville, Iowa.

SAN ANTONIO LIVESTOCK SHOW ALL BREEDS BULL & COMMERCIAL FEMALE SALE

San Antonio, Texas - February 12, 2025

Auctioneer: Anthony Mihalski, San Antonio, Texas

Averages:

9 Charolais Bulls

Not Included in Above Averages:

4 Brahman Bulls

2 Red Brangus Bulls

19 Hereford Bulls

185 Open Females

68 Bred Females ............................................................

188 Cow/Calf Pairs

Total Sale Gross: $2,209,252

By Cody Beck

High-selling lots:

$20,000-Bull. MLS Augustus L935 PLD, 2-2-23, by LT Badge 9184 PLD. From Sturgess Double S Cattle, LaRue, Texas. To Ledbetter Charolais, Lockhart, Texas.

BROBERG CHAROLAIS 8TH ANNUAL BULL SALE

Tilden, Neb. - February 12, 2025

Auctioneer: Seth Weishaar, Belle Fourche, S.D.

Sale Manager: CK Sales and Marketing, Topeka, Kan.

Averages:

67 Age Advantage Bulls

Total Sale Gross: $498,750 By Hadley Schotte

High-selling lots:

$7,444

$14,000 – Two-Year-Old Bull. BROBERG’S Gunslinger L24, 3-21-23, by CCC 2 B Gunslinger 9030 P. To Quentin Anderson, Pierce, Neb.

$11,500 – Two-Year-Old Bull. BROBERG’S Riptide L28, 3-22-23, by SCC Riptide 19H Pld. To Mike Telford, Columbus, Mont.

$11,000 – Two-Year-Old Bull. BROBERG’S Tank L3, 3-12-23, by DC/CRJ Tank E108 P. To Bernard Katzburg, Prosser, Neb.

$11,000 – Two-Year-Old Bull. BROBERG’S Fireball L134, 5-25-23, by WC Fireball 0614 P. To Carl Williamson, Butte, Neb.

WATERTOWN WINTER FARM SHOW-CHAROLAIS SHOW & SALE

Watertown, S.D. February 13, 2025

Auctioneer: Terry Schlagel, Clark, S.D.

Lots $6,613

Total Sale Gross: $99,200 By Hadley Schotte

High-selling lots:

$14,500 – Yearling Bull. KC Flatland 4145P, 3-8-24, by WDZ Flatland 2044. Consigned by Keppen Charolais, Volga, S.D. To Sandmeier Charolais, Bowdle, S.D.

$8,500 – Yearling Bull. KC GK Flatland 4635P, 2-2424, by WDZ Flatland 2044. Consigned by Keppen Charolais. To Sandmeier Charolais.

$8,000 – Yearling Bull. KC GK Jack 4849P, 2-14-24, by EC Cracker Jack 234 Pld. Consigned by Keppen Charolais. To Jeff VanderWal, Brentford, S.D.

$8,000 – Yearling Bull. KC MK Jack 4107P, 2-7-24, by EC Cracker Jack 234 Pld. Consigned by Keppen Charolais. To Ray Keppen, Scotland, S.D.

$9,094

$5,563

$3,250

$8,303

$3,691

$4,210

$4,795

AIJCA

JUNIOR Show Results

National Western Stock Show - Junior and Percentage Show

Fort Worth Stock ShowJunior Show

AIJCA MEMBERSHIP

NEWS NOTES

NATIONAL WESTERN STOCK SHOW

JUNIOR AND PERCENTAGE SHOW

Denver, Colo. - January 19, 2025

Judge: Hunter Aggen, Harmony, Minn.

Spring Champion and Grand

Champion Heifer: BOY HF Lola 314L, 4-28-23, by BOY Outlier 812 ET Pld.

Cater Hoge, Good Hope, Ill.

Reserve Spring Champion and Reserve Grand Champion Heifer: AC PGC Ms London 2321 ET, 3-25-23, by BRCHE Cool Dot 0503 Pld ET. Matthew Bruns, North Platte, Neb.

Spring Heifer Calf Champion: BOY

AALB Montella 410M, 3-15-24, BOY Cajun 010J. Brock Studer, Creston, Iowa.

Reserve Spring Heifer Calf Champion: BOY HL Mary M452, 5-6-24, by BOY Outlier 812 ET Pld. Brooke Polzin, Darwin, Minn.

Junior Heifer Calf Champion: TR

Ms Molly 4921M ET, 1-30-24, by M&M Outsider 4003 Pld. Jady Ledoux, Harrold, S. D.

Reserve Junior Heifer Calf Champion: Schrader’s Melaina 497M ET, 2-26-24, by CCC WC Redemption 7143 Pld ET. Josi Schrader, Wells, Kan.

Senior Heifer Calf Champion: RF Ms Duchess 3334 ET, 11-13-23, by CAG CC

Sideline 2063E ET. Tannah Cassatt, Webb City, Mo.

Intermediate Champion Heifer: RF Ms Duchess Naomi 3282 ET, 7-4-23, by M&M Outsider 4003 Pld. Andrew Bohrer, Martinsburg, W. Va.

Reserve Intermediate Champion Heifer: AKS Miss Impressive 7554L, 5-29-23, by TR Mr Fire Water 5792RET. Jailyn Sonntag, Hays, Kan.

Junior Champion Heifer: TR Ms Lena 3925L ET, 2-1-23, by TR CC Deliverance 7974 Pld ET. Kelly Gaffney, Barneveld, Wis.

Senior Champion Female: White Rose Kiki 229K, 9-8-22, by TR Mr Rhinestone 4658B. Sutton Hill, Nunn, Colo.

PERCENTAGE SHOW

Junior Champion and Grand Champion Percentage Heifer: Miss Chantel Outsider 1L, 2-10-23, by M&M Outsider 4003 Pld. Paxton Hovley, Payette, Idaho.

Intermediate Champion and Reserve Grand Champion Percentage Heifer: TIBS Landry’s Peaches 122L, 5-1-23, out of CAG GARW Bugg 9774G TW. Landry Tibbits, Mineral Point, Wis.

Junior Heifer Calf Champion: TTMS Rose, 3-3-24, out of B3 B’Pearl 437. Britton Culek, Kimball, Neb.

Reserve Junior Heifer Calf Champion: TTMS Jasmine, 2-25-24, out of BCC Ms Jana 6415. Britton Culek.

Reserve Junior Champion: MT Live A Little L223, 3-24-23, by DF Mr Outrageous 64G. Makennah Tucker, Briggsdale, Colo.

FORT WORTH STOCK SHOW JUNIOR SHOW

Fort Worth, Texas - January 25, 2025

Judge: Katy Wunderlich, Hempstead, Texas

Calf and Grand Champion Female: BHSC GS Pandora 4M, 2-1-24, by Gateway Big Game Hunter. Graselyn Straughter, Huntsville, Texas

Senior and Reserve Grand Champion Female: CAH Rita, 3-7-23, by CCC WC Redemption 7143 PLD ET. Avery Hunt, Longview, Texas.

Reserve Calf Champion: BHSC Safari 1M, 1-2-24, by Gateway Big Game Hunter. Coleman Smalley, Baytown, Texas.

Senior Calf Champion: WGB CC Ms Jasmine 360 P ET, 12-10-23, by BOY Outlier 812 ET PLD. Georgia Goudeau, Ladonia, Texas.

Reserve Senior Calf Champion: AWR Ms Maura Resource 368L ET, 9-12-23, by CCC WC Resource 417 P ET. McKenna Rankin, La Porte, Texas.

Junior Champion: CAG Lainey 3716L ET TW, 5-2-23, by BOY Outlier 812 ET PLD. Lexi Huse, Elm Mott, Texas.

Reserve Junior Champion: BHSC Tina BGH 155L, 8-9-23, by Gateway Big Game Hunter. Sophie Haywood, Madisonville, Texas.

Reserve Senior Champion: SCC Aurora 151L, 3-28-23, by BOY Outlier 812 ET PLD. Kinsley Atchison, Mason, Texas.

South Dakota Charolais

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Upcoming Events

March 1 Mead Bull Sale, Versailles

March 8 Wright Bull Sale, Kearney

March 15 Wild Indian Acres Bull Sale, Carthage

March 22 8 Story Bull Sale, Gallatin

March 29 Bradley Bull Sale, Osceola

April 5 Peterson Bull Sale, Mtn. Grove

April 12 Renaissance Sale, Strafford

April 26 MCBA Spring Showcase Sale, Springfield

April 26 MCBA Banquet & Annual Membership Meeting, Springfield

May 10 Mead Bull Sale & Female Sale

June 16-21 AIJCA Junior National, Springfield

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ALABAMA

CALIFORNIA

Robert A. Summerford II 148 West Pike Road Falkville, AL 35622 Located 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

Rt. 2, Griggsville, IL 62340

Rick Curfman (217) 285-5213 rick@curfmancharolais.com

Roger Curfman (217) 491-1923

Ryan Curfman (217) 248-7711

Steve (815) 674-2395

Larry (815) 674-2397

Trent (815) 992-0282

Nick (815) 822-4417

“We don’t keep our cows, they keep

2104 Charolais

Bloomington, IL 61705 (309) 275-0409 Ron cell (309) 275-0410 Diane cell (309) 828-1448 Office

Tuttle Creek Blvd.

Randolph,

785-313-2913 • 785-313-2975 fancycreek@kansas.net www.fancycreekcharolais.com

home 785-243-8600 mobile tsstrnad@nckcn.com www.tsstrnadcharolais.com

Roseann Wilson (308) 750 - 8708 78939 Hwy 10 • Loup City, NE 68853

Bull Sale • March 22

www.westforkranch.com

Breeding Quality Charolais Seedstock Since 1962 Family Farming Since 1937 Wakefield Farms

CHAROLAIS • RED ANGUS

Bull Sale • March 22

Larry, Kyle & Dan Wakefield • (507) 402-4640 20701 150th St. • New Richland, MN 56072

Dybdal Charolais

Larry & Krista Dybdal 88361 575th Ave • Newcastle, NE 68757 Home: 402-692-3704 • Cell: 402-841-9784 kldybdal@nntc.net

Online Show Heifer Sale • April 1 // Bull Sale • April 12

43rd Annual Bull Sale • April 12

(406) 795-8219 1052 Hwy 261 N. Wibaux, MT 59353 (406) 798-3675 13221 CR 339 Sidney, MT 59270

Angus & Charolais

40842 Farnam Road Farnam, NE 69029 Ryan (308) 320-4067 Marty (308) 362-4941

NORTH DAKOTA NORTH DAKOTA

548 Albion, NE 68620 (402) 395-2178

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

NIPP CHAROLAIS, LLC

Bryan (701) 720-0802

Neil (701) 223-5202 Bryan (701) 624-5104 ekrinc@srt.com

OKLAHOMA

OKLAHOMA

& Lisa Wilson Hart Box 865

OK 73023

(405) 224-0645

Kirk & Peggy Castleberry 873 County Road 1440 Ninnekah, OK 73067 405.574.2685 Cell

Curtiss & Brenda Nipp P.O. Box 239 Wilson, OK 73463 (580) 668-3332 nippcharolais@yahoo.com Bull Sale • Oct. 30

2234 State Hwy 7 East Center, TX 75935 (903) 754-0764 texascharolais@gmail.com

14320 South Hwy 36 Gustine, TX 76455 (806) 601-6678

(405) 224-0694 Curtiss & Brenda Nipp P.O. Box 239 Wilson, OK 73463 (580) 513-3555 cell nippcharolais@yahoo.com

PENNSYLVANIA

PENNSYLVANIA

DAREN STATLER, DVM 6651 Valley Camp Rd. Greencastle, PA 17225 (717) 729-6453 darenstatler@centurylink.net www.descocharolaisfarm.com

SOUTH CAROLINA

(830) 857-5129 julieboscamp@yahoo.com

Ludeke (832) 439-4666 E-mail: larryl@qiminc.com

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

Striving towards excellence in Charolais since 1996 Rafael Ortega • Owner Raul Montez • Manager 39606 FM 1736 West Hempstead, TX 77445 (832) 331-6800

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

SKEANS CATTLE CO.

David Skeans 940-736-7500 Gainesville, TX 76240

thomasra@gte.net Web: www.thomascharolais.com

Mitch & Linda (956) 689-6379 Mitch Mobile (956) 535-0936

MARKETPLACE SERVICES

INSURANCE SALE MANAGEMENT

OF EVENTS CALENDAR

AICA EVENTS

MARCH 1

Deadline for submitting performance Information for April 2025 Analysis

MARCH 4

Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo Class A ROE Show Houston, Texas

APRIL 1

AICA Herd Enrollment Deadline

APRIL 14 – 15

AICA Annual Membership Meeting Committee Meetings, Spring Board of Directors Meeting Kansas City, MO

APRIL 20 – 29

Charolais Charbray International Technical Conference Mexico

APRIL 30

AIJCA Scholarship Application Deadline

MAY 1

AIJCA Junior National Early Entry & Ownership Deadline

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

MARCH 2025

March 1 – Deadline for submitting performance information to AICA for April 2025 Genetic Analysis. March 1 - Gulf Coast Cattle 8th Annual Show Calf and Bred for Purple Cow Sale, at the farm, Florahome, Fla. Contact Jerry Mullins.

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 1 - Meadows Creek Farm 10th Annual Black and White Spring Forward Bull & Female Sale, Noon, South Alabama Stockyard, Brundidge, Ala. Contact: Richard or Glenn Meadows.

March 1 – Shepherd-Shamburg Charolais & Angus Private Treaty Bull Sale, at the farm, Stuart, Iowa. Contact: Sara Shepherd or Dan Shamburg.

March 1 – T&S Strnad and Guests Annual Charolais Production Sale, 1 p.m., at the ranch, Formoso, Kan. Contact: Terrill or Sarah Strnad.

March 4 – Doll Ranch 45th Annual Production Sale, 1:30 p.m., Kist Livestock, Mandan, N.D. Contact: Charles, Harlan, or David Doll.

March 4 – Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo Class A ROE Show, Houston, Texas.

March 6 – Larson Ranch 21st Annual Production Sale, 1:00 p.m., at the ranch, Leoti, Kan. Contact: Kyla Larson or Brady Larson.

March 7 – Sandmeier Charolais 44th Annual Bull Sale, at the ranch, Bowdle, S.D. Auctioneer: Seth Weishaar. Contact: Calvin or Matthew Sandmeier.

March 8 – 37th Annual Tennessee Beef Agribition Charolais Sale, 1 p.m., James E. Ward Agricultural Center, Lebanon, Tenn. Sale Sponsor: Tennessee Charolais Association. Contact: Bob Morton.

March 8 – Nipp Charolais Spring Bull Sale, 1:00 p.m., at the ranch, Wilson, Okla. Auctioneer: Lakin Oakley Contact: Curtiss Nipp

March 8 – Wright Charolais 18th Annual Bull Sale, 3 p.m., Wright Charolais Sale Facility, Kearney, Mo. Auctioneer: Greg Goggins. Sale Manager: Hubert Cattle Sales.

March 8-9 – Beavers Charolais Private Treaty Bull Sale, at the farm, Collins, Iowa.

March 9 – RBM Livestock Annual Production Sale, 1 p.m., at the ranch, Florance, S. D. Contact: Mike or Ryan Bergh.

March 10 – Double C Ranch Annual Bull Sale, Clay Center Livestock, Clay Center, Kan. Contact: Spencer Crowther.

March 11 – Romans Ranches Charolais Production Sale, Westfall, Ore. Contact Jeff or Julie Romens.

March 13 – Effertz Key Ranch 47th Annual Bull Sale, 1:00 p.m. Rugby Livestock, Rugby, N.D. Contact: Roger or Kevin Effertz.

March 14 – Bar S Ranch Annual Production Sale, at the ranch, Paradise, Kan. Auctioneer: Jared Shipman. Contact: David or Stephanie Dickerson.

March 15 – JMAR Genetics/DESCO Charolais Farm Pot of Gold Frozen Genetics Online Sale, CK Online Sales. Contact: Jim Johnson or Daren Statler.

March 15 – Wild Indian Acres Annual Spring Bull Sale, 1 p.m. Joplin Regional Stockyards, Joplin, Mo. Sale Manager: Hubert Cattle Sales.

March 15 – Full Circle Cattle Company 5th Annual Bull Sale, 1 p.m., Winter Livestock, Dodge City, Kan. Auctioneer: Cody Lowderman. Sale Manager: JWC Marketing LLC.

March 17 – Brent Charolais 8th Annual Online Bull Sale. CKOnlineSales.com. Contact: Matthew Brent.

March 17 – Tri-N Charolais 10th Annual Bull Sale, 2:00 p.m. at the farm, Lenore, Manitoba. Contact: Jesse or Merv Nykoliation.

March 17 – Weber Charolais and Red Angus Annual Production Sale, 1 p.m., Weber Sale Facility, Lake Andes, S.D. Contact: Dean, Tim, or Jason Weber.

March 18 – IKE Charolais & Red Angus Online Bull Sale, Big Iron Livestock Online Auctions.

March 18 – Schrader Ranch 23rd Annual Bull Sale, at the ranch, Wells, Kan. Contact: Spencer or Laci Schrader.

March 19 – Hood Charolais Annual Bull Sale, Dunlap, Iowa. Contact: Mark Hood.

March 19 – Rifle Creek Cattle Company 7th Annual 2-Year-Old Advantage Charolais Bull Sale, 1:00 p.m., at the ranch, Anselmo, Neb. Contact: Riley or Stephanie Seda.

March 19 – Wagonhammer Ranches 50th Annual Production Sale, 1:00 p.m., at the ranch, Bartlett, Neb. Contact: Alex Wolf.

March 21 – Thomas Charolais Inc. Female Sale, at the ranch, Raymondville, Texas Contact: Mitch Thomas or Tonnyre Thomas-Joe.

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 – Geyer Cattle Company Annual Production Sale, 1 p.m., Magness Livestock, Huron, S.D. Contact: Sam or Connie Geyer.

March 22 – Thomas Charolais Inc. Spring Bull Sale, 1 p.m., at the ranch, Raymondville, Texas. Contact: Mitch Thomas or Tonnyre Thomas Joe.

March 22 – Valley View Charolais 57th Annual Bull Sale, at the ranch. Auctioneer: Rick Machado. Contact: T. E. Buddy Westphal.

March 22 – Wakefield Farms Performance Tested Bull Sale, 1 p.m., Dunlap Livestock Auction, Dunlap, Iowa. Auctioneer: Jon Schaben. Sale Manager: JWC Marketing LLC.

March 22 – West Fork Ranch Annual Bull Sale, Loup City Community Center, Loup City, Neb. Contact: Roseann Wilson.

March 22 – Zehnder Waage Partnership Annual Bull Sale. Waage Farms, Greenbush, Minn. Sale Manager: CK Sales and Marketing.

March 25 – C-B Charolais 39th Annual Production Sale, C-B Sale Facility, Montpelier, N.D. Contact: Curtis or Troy Brown.

March 26 – Schmidt Cattle Company Annual Bull Sale, 1 p.m., Sheridan Livestock Auction, Rushville, Neb. Contact: Randy Schmidt.

March 17- Elder Charolais 15th Annual Bull Sale, 1 p.m., at the farm, Coronach, Sask. Sale Manager: By Livestock.

March 28 – Schurrtop Ranch Spring Bull Sale, TriState Livestock, McCook, Neb. Contact: Marty Schurr. March 28 – The Great Northern 6th Annual Bull & Female Sale, 1 p.m., Northern Genetics Facility, Clear Lake, Minn. Auctioneer: Justin B. Stout. Contact: Scott Moeller or Dustin Fischer.

March 29 – Bradley Cattle Spring Bull Sale, 4:00 p.m., Wheeler Livestock Market, Osceola, Mo. Contact: Bruce Bradley.

APRIL 2025

April 1 – AICA Herd Enrollment Deadline.

April 1 – Dybdal Charolais Online Fall Born Heifer Sale, SC Online Sales. Contact: Larry or Ty Dybdal.

April 1 – Hubert Charolais Ranch 46th Annual Bull Sale, 1:00 p.m., at the ranch, Monument, Kan. Auctioneer: Justin B. Stout. Contact: David Hubert.

April 4 – Roster Charolais Bull Sale, Spencer, S. D. Contact: Mike Roster.

April 5 – DeBruycker Charolais 41st Annual Bull Sale, 11 a.m., Western Livestock Auction, Great Falls, Mont. Contact: Brett or Mark DeBruycker or Joe Campbell

April 5 – Christenson Charolais Ranch Bull Sale, Kimball Livestock, Kimball, S.D. Auctioneer: Justin Tupper. Contact: Wade Christenson.

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 5 – Wagner Charolais 14th Annual Bull Sale, at the ranch, Nunn, Colo. Contact Bob Wagner.

April 6 – Hassebrook Charolais Farms 9th Annual Bull Sale, 2 p.m., Albion Livestock Market, Albion, Neb.

Contact: Bruce Hassebrook.

April 8 – Thomas Ranch 53rd Annual Bull Sale & Replacement Heifer Sale, at the ranch, Harrold, S.D.

Contact: Troy Thomas or Cally Kindred.

April 10 – Reich Charolais Ranch 67th Annual Bull Sale, Belle Fourche Livestock Market, Belle Fourche, S. D. Contact: Time Reich.

April 12 – Dybdal Charolais 14th Annual Bull Sale, 5 p.m., Laurel Livestock Sales Company, Laurel, Neb. Contact: Larry or Ty Dybdal.

April 12 – Fink Beef Genetics Spring Production Sale, Fink Beef Genetics Sale Facility, Randolph, Kan. Contact: Galen or Lori Fink or Megan or Chad Larson.

April 12 – Hebbert Charolais 43rd Annual Bull Sale, Hebbert Sale Facility, Hyannis, Neb. Contact: Matt or Lacy Hebbert.

April 12 – Prairie Valley Farm Annual Bull Sale, Platte Livestock Auction, Platte, S. D. Auctioneer: Dustin Carter. Sale Manager: CK Sales & Marketing.

April 12 – Rambur Charolais 47th Annual Bull Sale, at the ranch, Sidney, Mont. Contact: Howard Rambur. April 12 – The Renaissance 33rd Anniversary Edition Sale, 1:00 p.m., Chappell’s Sale Arena, Straffod, Mo. Sale Manager: Mitchell Management.

April 14-15 – AICA Annual Membership Meeting, Committee Meetings and Spring Board of Directors Meeting, KCI Expo Center, Kansas City, Mo. Contact: AICA.

April 17-18 – NextGen Cattle Company, 4th Annual Flint Hills Spring Classic Bull Sale, at the ranch, Paxico, Kan. Auctioneer: Doak Lambert Contact: Joe Epperly, Doug Husfeld or Andrew Bird.

April 19 – Cobb Charolais Ranch 56th Annual Bull Sale, Western Livestock, Great Falls, Mont. Contact: John or Cheryl Cobb.

April 19 – Lindskov’s LT Ranch World Renowned Genetics 44th Annual Bull Sale, noon, at the ranch, Isabel, S.D. Contact: Bryce or Todd Lindskov. April 20-29 – Charolais Charbray International Technical Conference, Mexico. Contact: Charolais Charbray Herd Book of Mexico.

April 24 – JMAR Genetics & Guests New Beginnings Bull, Female & Semen Online Sale. DVAuction. Contact: Jim Johnson.

April 26 - Appalachian Classic Sale, 1:00 p.m., Knoxville Livestock Center, Knoxville, Tenn. Sale Sponsor: Mountain Empire Charolais Association. Auctioneer: Greg Clifton. Sale Manager: Outfront Cattle Service

April 26 – Missouri Charolais Breeders Association Spring Showcase Sale. DoubleTree by Hilton, Springfield, Mo. Sale Manager: JWC Marketing LLC. April 26 – Missouri Charolais Breeders Association Membership Banquet & Annual Meeting. DoubleTree by Hilton, Springfield, Mo. Contact: Annette Bonacker. April 26 – Wienk Charolais Ranch 56th Annual Bull Sale, at the ranch, Lake Preston, S.D. Contact: Jeff, Sterling, Stetson or Ty Eschenbaum.

April 30 – AIJCF Scholarship Application deadline.

MAY 2025

May 1 – AIJCA Junior National Early Entry & Ownership Deadline.

May 3 – 26th Annual The Sale Of Excellence, 1 p.m., O. D. Butler Beef Research Center, College Station, Texas. Auctioneer: Greg Clifton. Sale Manager: Outfront Cattle Service.

May 10 – AIJCA Junior National Late/Final Entry & Ownership Deadline.

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.

May 10 – Red River Collection. Brooks Land & Cattle Sale Facility, Marietta, Okla. Sale Manager: CK Sales and Marketing.

May 15 – Kentucky Charolais Influenced Feeder Calf Sale. Bluegrass South, Stanford, Ky. Contact: Jeff Harrod or David Sandusky.

May 17 - Alabama Elite Charolais Sale. 1:00 p.m. MidState Stockyards, Letohatchee, Ala. Auctioneer: Billy Younkin. Sale Manager: Outfront Cattle Service.

JUNE 2025

June 10-13 – Beef Improvement Federation 2025 Research Symposium and Convention, Amarillo, Texas.

June 16-21 – AIJCA Junior National Shows & Leadership Conference. Ozark Empire Fairgrounds, Springfield, Mo. Contact: Kaitlyn Chism, AICA.

JULY 2025

July 1 – Deadline for submitting performance information to AICA for August 2025 Genetic Analysis

AUGUST 2025

August 1 – Deadline for submitting performance information to AICA for September 2025 Genetic Analysis

August 4-6 – 71st Annual Texas A&M Beef Cattle Short Course, College Station, Texas.

August 30 - Gulf Coast Cattle 3rd Annual Gulf Coast Cattle Invitational Show and Sale, at the farm, Florahome, Fla. Contact: Jerry Mullins.

SEPTEMBER 2025

September 1 – Deadline for submitting performance information to AICA for October 2025 Genetic Analysis.

September 1 – ACF Veterinary/Medical Student Scholarship Application Deadline.

September 1 – 32nd Annual Autumn In The Ozarks Sale, Noon, Chappell’s Sale Arena, Strafford, Mo. Sale Manager: Mitchell Management.

September 17 – Thomas Ranch Steer & Heifer Private Treaty Sale. Contact: Troy Thomas or Cally Kindred.

OCTOBER 2025

October 1 – Deadline for submitting performance information to AICA for November 2025 Genetic Analysis.

October 4 – Bradley Cattle & Hankins Farms Fall Colors Elite Female Sale, Hankins Sale Facility, Republic, Mo. Auctioneer: Cody Lowderman. Sale Manager: Innovation Ag Marketing, LLC.

October 17 – Meadows Creek Farm 15th Annual Black & White Bull Sale, Arcadia Stockyards, Arcadia, Fla. Contact: Richard or Glenn Meadows.

October 18 – Fink Beef Genetics Fall Bull Sale, Fink Beef Genetics Sale Facility, Randolph, Kan. Contact: Galen or Lori Fink or Megan or Chad Larson.

October 18 – Rogers Bar HR Fall Turn Out Bull Sale, 12:30 p.m., at the Ranch, Collins, Miss. Contact: Doug Rogers.

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5J Charolais ..................................................102

Aces Wild Ranch LLC ...................................... 9

Allison Charolais ............................................ 82

Ark Valley Charolais 103

Arlitt Ranch 5

B & B Farms 80

Bar J Charolais ......................................... 7, 106

Bar L Charolais ............................................... 15

Bar S Ranch ................................................. 104

Beavers Charolais 104

Bella Angel Farms 5

Big Creek Charolais 102, Back Cover

Bina Charolais ...............................................105

Bill King Ranch ..............................................105

Boscamp’s Arrowhead Ranch .................... 106

Bovilia Nasalfen 3-PMH 30, 31

Bovine Elite, LLC. 108

Bracewell Cattle Co. 106

Bradley Cattle ......................... 102, Back Cover

Broken Box Ranch........................................103

Bullard Cattle ............................................... 104

C-B Charolais 81

C Squared Cattle 16

Cardinal Charolais 103

Castleberry’s Hilltop C Charolais 106

Cattle Visions ................................................. 24

Charolais Association of Texas ................ 106

Charolais Banner ........................................ 108

Christensen Charolais Ranch 61-64, 101

Clayford Ranch Charolais 106

Clifton, Greg 108

Condra Charolais Farms ...............................80

Corman Charolais ........................................102

Crews Farms .................................................107

Crutcher, Matt 108

Curfman Farm 104

Danley Farm 106

DeBruycker Charolais ............................. 13, 90

Dennis Charolais Farm ........................... 15, 107

DESCO Charolais Farm .......................... 16, 106

Domek Charolais 105

Double C Ranch 27

Double R Dees 107

Dybdal Charolais .............................. 14, 47, 105

Eaton Charolais Inside Front

ECP Cattle......................................................... 106

Effertz Key Ranch ...................................... 106

Elder Charolais .............................................. 96

Endsley’s Charolais Farm 104

Evans Charolais 5

Fancy Creek Charolais 104

Fink Beef Genetics .................................. 6, 104

Fox Hollow Farms ........................................ 106

Franz Ranch .................................................105

Full Circle Cattle Co. 3

Gallagher 108

Garrett Charolais 80

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Geyer Cattle Co 82, 101

Grau Charolais Ranch ..................................105

Great Northern Bull & Female Sale............ 48, 49

Gulf Coast Cattle ..........................................103

Hale Farms 102

Hang’n A Cattle Co. 107

Hankins Farms Back Cover

Hassebrook Charolais Farm ......................... 58

Hayden Farm .................................................. 82

HeatSiecker ...................................................90

Hebbert Charolais .................................. 27, 105

Heritage Cattle Company 48, 49

Hillcrest Farm 107

Horse Creek Charolais 103

Hubert Charolais Ranch ....................... 10, 104

J & J Trust Charolais Cattle.............................. 2

J & M Ranch .................................................. 101

Jackson Cattle 15 James F. Bessler Inc. 109 JMAR Genetics 16

Jorgensen Charolais.....................................103

Justin B. Stout Auction Service ................. 108

JWC Marketing ............................................ 109

Keahey Charolais 103

Kentucky Charolais Association 82

Keppen Charolais 101

Koepsell Charolais Farm .............................. 101 Larson Ranch ............................................... 104 LL Charolais ................................................. 104

L.G. Herndon

•Blaze headlines this elite group of high-performance, highquality herd sire candidates by JSR Estrada 52E

•He is a sharp looking herd bull prospect that sports added length of body and good rib shape with a superior foot structure and disposition

•We invested in the USA semen rights to Estrada a few years ago from our Canadian friends at HWY 21 Feeders with BJR Summerford Charolais from Alabama

•We were intrigued by Estrada’s confirmation, foot structure, performance, and added carcass merit

• We have used Estrada heavily in our ET program along with our AI program

• The results have been great with Blaze 4354 following in his father’s footsteps with his combination of power, size, and exceptional balance with impressive EPD’s and stats

• Use these Estrada sons to add scrotal, structure, growth, carcass and strong maternal merit

• Blaze ranks in the top 1% for SC, 2% for YW, 3% for MB, 5% for CW, 6% for REA, 9% for WW while combining for a 298 TSI along with a -2.2 BW

• Captain is another top performance leader by the great LT Governor

• We think you will like the design and shape of this exceptional herd sire prospect that has added rib shape and dimension

• He has a superior foot structure and a large dark pigmented scrotal

•Dam is an impressive LT Rushmore daughter out of the great LT Athena 1247 which needs no introduction! 1247 is the Dam to breed leading sires including LT Affinity 6221 who sold for $100,000 in our 2017 bull sale to J&J Trust and Domek Charolais and has been a top semen seller for Select Sires for years. She is also the Dam to LT Spartan 9245 which sold to ST Genetics in our 2020 sale. Most recently she produced LT Senator 3372, another Governor son that sold to Footprint Farms in our 2024 sale.

• Dams average weaning ratio, 5 @ 107

• Top 2% for WW along with a 10.5 CED and added carcass merit make him a potential herd sire prospect

•This guy will catch your eye come sale day

LT GOVERNOR 1560

Sire of LT Captain 4317 PLD