IOWA HERALD
MARCH 2025 VOL. 87 NO. 1
Editor - Megan Kueker
Cell: 563-422-1666 iowaholsteins@gmail.com
OFFICERS
Walt Wessel, President 28547 400th Street, Greeley, IA 52040 563-590-8162 • wesselcrest@msn.com
IOWA Holstein HERALD
The official publication of the IOWA HOLSTEIN ASSOCIATION
Paul Stempfle, Vice President 16707 100th Street, Maynard, IA 50655 536-920-9495 • pstempfle94@gmail.com
Megan Kueker, Editor
28993 L Ave, West Union, IA 52175 563-422-1666 • iowaholsteins@gmail.com
Shellie Volker, Secretary/Treasurer 12686 U Avenue, Sumner, IA 50674 319-269-0318 • shelliev@ymail.com
Dan Moon, Past President 19475 155th Street, Monona, IA 52159 563-880-4562 • moondalefarm@neitel.net
DISTRICT DIRECTORS
Doug Lyons, District 1 • 563-419-0275 131 Military Road, Castalia, IA 52133
Doug Brown, District 1 • 563-880-6776
39284 Skip Level Road, Colesburg, IA 52035
Dan Bolin, District 2 • 319-529-3421 30707 180th Street, Clarksville, IA 50619
Amanda Sadler, District 4 • 5501 E Donald St Waterloo, IA 50703 • 319-939-6276
Jeff Hammerand, District 8 • 563-580-3908
23920 N Bankston Road, Epworth, IA 52045
Tom Holub, District 8 • 319-213-4256 4638 Linn-Jones Road, Monticello, IA 52310
Sheri Danhof, District 1 • 563-380-5945
1225 Parsley Drive, Waukon, IA 52172
DIRECTORS-AT-LARGE
Larry Landsgard • 563-419-5576
17518 Gunder Road, Postville, IA 52162
Trent Henkes • 563-783-2479
18467 165th Street, Luana, IA 52156
Blake Courtney • 563-387-7879
2564 Pole Line Road, Ridgeway, IA 52165
Mark Knudtson • 563-568-3790
Hwy 9, Waukon, IA 52172
Tom Simon • 563-599-9183
10644 Cemetery Road, Farley, IA 52046
Kevin Fossum • 563-380-5945
1267 Jeglum Rd, Waterville, IA 52170
Jason Volker • 563-920-8151
9161 M Ave Maynard, IA 50655
HOLSTEIN ASSOCIATION
1 Holstein Place, Brattleboro, VT 05301
Telephone: 802-254-4551
Toll Free Number: 800-952-5200
Fax: 802-254-8251 www.holsteinusa.com
HOLSTEIN REGIONAL REPRESENTATIVE
Dennis Devore • 319-270-5038
Lila Sloan • 815-618-0262
www.iowaholsteins.org
CONTENTS
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
March
15 Executive Committee & IHA JUNIOR Meeting, West Union
15 Iowa State Holstein Spring Sale, Fayette County Fairgrounds, West Union
22 KCCK Spring Showcase, Dyersville, IA
April
May
10 & 11 Spring Bus Tour
1 Advertising Deadline for the June Herald/Midwest Holsteins
June
23-26 2025 National Holstein Convention, St. Louis, MO
July
15-16 District 1 Holstein Open & Junior Shows, Fayette County Fairgrounds, West Union
15-16 Iowa Holstein State Show, Fayette County Fairgrounds, West Union
TBD District 8 Open & Junior Shows
TBD District 4 Junior Show
August
8 Iowa State Fair Holstein Show
September
17-21 National Cattle Congress
TBD Youth Dairy Classic
30-Oct 3 World Dairy Expo
ABOUT THE HERALD
Subscriptions: A copy of each issue of the Iowa Holstein Herald shall be sent to each adult member of the Iowa Holstein Association and that $8.00 of each adult member's base rate annual dues of $35.00 shall be for a year's subscription to the Herald. Junior members may subscribe to the Herald for $10.00. The subscription price is $10.00 for people not residing in Iowa. Postmasters: Please send address changes to Iowa Holstein Herald, 12686 U Avenue, Sumner, IA 50674.
IOWA HOLSTEIN HERALD (USPS 024497) is published quarterly each year by the Iowa Holstein Association, U Ave, Sumner, IA. The publication dates are March 1, July 1, and October 1. Periodical postage paid at West Union, IA and additional offices. The deadline for submitting news and advertising copy is 30 days preceding publication date of issue.
President’s Perspective
Hello Iowa Holstein Friends,
As my time as your Iowa Holstein President comes to an end, I want to say a big thank you to Paul Stempfle, serving as vice president, for all his support and energy. I am also thankful for all the members who, respectfully, worked to make our organization function as it should; to promote The Registered Holstein Breed and The Holstein Members. To the Jr. Holstein Assoc. members., I give you my full support and encourage you to get involved, as YOU ARE OUR FUTURE! I advise all members to get to know them and give them positive reinforcement! They are a great group of individuals!
We have hired Megan Kueker as our new Holstein Assoc Editor.
Our Iowa State Holstein Assoc. Convention, held at Promiseland Winery, had some great award winners, and my congratulations to all of them!
The Iowa State Sale and Raffle will be held in March at West Union, IA. Courtney Sales will be managing the sale again this year, so give him your full support. Blake Courtney is taking charge of the raffle, so help him sell tickets, as this is our main fundraising event!
Our bus trip will take us to Central Wisconsin, on April 10 th and 11th. I am trying to line up some elite herds, for us to visit. Cost is $50.00, to help defer bus rental, plus you will pay for your own motel and food. I hope many of you are planning to join in, on two relaxing days with your fellow dairy enthusiasts.
Good Luck to our new president, vice president and the state board, (I plan to give my phone a bit of a rest (LOL) We have a strong organization, and I thank you for giving me the opportunity to serve as your President these past two years!
2024 Iowa Holstein Princess
Hello Everyone!
I can’t believe it’s already February this year has flown by so fast! It has been an incredible honor to represent the Iowa Holstein Association over the past year. From attending the District 1 Holstein show to handing out ribbons at various fairs, I’ve made many unforgettable memories.
I had the chance to meet individuals like the Allamakee County Dairy Princess, Mallory Mohn and I had a blast sharing laughs with Little Miss Squirt, Cagney Wessels, at the Clayton County Fair. A highlight was representing the Iowa Holstein Association at the Iowa State Fair, where I handed out ribbons, answered questions, and had my heifer out for visitors to interact with.
My most memorable moment was escorting the Grand Champion Holstein at the Iowa State Fair for the overall Supreme Champion! I’m so grateful for these experiences and the opportunity to represent such a wonderful breed.
Thank you to the Iowa Holstein Association for making this year so special!
Sincerely,
Kaitlyn Besler
Your 2023-2024 President,
Junior Holstein Spring Meeting + Lunch Stand
Mark your calendars now to attend the next Iowa Junior Holstein meeting scheduled to start at 10:30 a.m. March 15th in the Stephen’s Building at the Fayette County Fairgrounds in West Union. This is the same day as the State Holstein Sale. The Iowa Juniors will be hosting the lunch stand. Please bring wrapped bars or cookies for the lunch stand on sale day.
Walt Wessel
District Officers
District 1
President: Larry Landsgard
Vice-President: Paul Stempfle
Secretary: Kevin Fossum
Treasurer: Dan Moon
Membership: Mark Knudtson, Gary Sacquitne, Myron Arthur, Larry Landsgard
Show Chair: Paul Stempfle
Junior Advisory: Kevin & Julie Fossum, Bill & Shellie Volker, Lance & Jonna Schutte
State Directors: Paul Stempfle, Doug Lyons
District 2
President: Terry Eick
Vice-President: Kevin Kueker
Sec-Treas: Kelly Eick
Membership: Dan Bolin
State Director: Dan Bolin
District 4
President: Brad Korver
Vice-President: Larry Dykstra
Sec-Treas: Nicole Techen
State Director: Amanda Sadler
Junior Officers
Iowa Jr Holstein Association Officers
Ethan Palmer, President
Hannah Scott, Vice-President
Lane Domeyer, Secretary
Ana Rauen, Treasurer
Lily Holthous, Reporter
Madelyn Arnold, Reporter
Alia Domeyer, Reporter
Junior Advisory Committee Chair
District 5
President: Mark Ludwig
Vice-President: Leroy Meyer
Sec-Treas: Connie Ludwig
District 6
President: Larry Madren
Vice-President: Ron Finch
Sec-Treas: Charles Sloniger
District 8
President: Jeff Hammerand
Vice-President: Tom Simon
Sec-Treas: Bob & Rita Rahe
Membership: Rick Demmer
Show Chairs: Jeff Hammerand
Auxiliary Cookbooks
Cookbooks are available upon request. Cost is $10 plus $4 for shipping.
Contact: Kathy Demmer - rkleola@yousq.net 6222 Sundown Rd
Pesota, Iowa 52068
563.542.2983 or 563.876.3120
Junior Advisory: Shirley Simon, Kathy Demmer, Joanne Rauen
State Directors: (3) Rick Demmer, (1) Tim Rauen
District 9
President: Dean Miller
Vice-President: Jack Lang
Sec-Treas: Paula Smith
Iowa State University Dairy Science Student Profile
Jeff & Tammy Hammerand • 563-590-3908 23920 N Bankston Rd, Epworth, IA 52045 • 24heavenlee@gmail.com
Hightail Delivery
Natalie Paino
1105 Ivory Ave. • Plainfield, IA 50666
Phone: 319-939-8648
Website: hightaildelivery.com
“Super-Premium, hand crafted ice cream, made right here in Northeast Iowa!”
Name: Ryan Wolf
Hometown: Bankston, IA
High School: Western Dubuque
Class Size: 211
Farm Name: Wolf Dairy, LLC
Major: Animal Science
Why did you decide to attend ISU: Iowa State offered me an animal science program that I could design myself. I was not limited to any certain courses that I could take, and I was encouraged to challenge myself and take courses with topics that I am unfamiliar with. ISU also has a welcoming campus, that has allowed me to make new connections, both professionally and personally.
What are your most memorable college experience: Serving as Vice President of the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Student Council allowed me to act as a liaison between CALS students and faculty. I developed my voice as an advocate for agriculture and helped clubs and organizations redefine their stake in its future.
What has been your favorite course and why: Domestic Animal Reproduction, taught by Dr. Sterle, was one of my most interesting courses at Iowa State. Her passion for education and dedication to her students led to my success. She introduced me to a new part of the animal industry, and her dedication helped me find my passion in animal reproduction.
What are your future career goals: Following graduation, I want to go on to graduate school, to research dairy reproduction and earn my Master’s and PhD. After that, I want to teach at the collegiate level, working with students who are studying animal and dairy science.
Dairy Science Department
1221 Kildee Hall, ISU, Ames, IA 50011
515-294-2160
www.ans.iastate.edu • answeb@iastate.educc.edu
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Miscellaneous
Herd Averages: Month/RHA or DHIR Lactation Average. No records over 365 days & No M.E.’s
Due to uncertainties in the mail, the Herald cannot assume responsibility for prior delivery of issue carrying advertising of sales scheduled for less than 21 days after our issue date. The Executive Committee and the editor have discretion on all material printed in the Herald. Any member not paying a Herald advertising bill within 120 days from the billing date will not participate in Association activities until such bill is paid.
Have you paid for your 2025
Iowa Holstein Association
Membership?
This issue of the Herald was mailed to all 2025 adult Iowa Holstein Association members. However, you will not receive any further Heralds this year or be able to register animals at the reduced rate for being a state and national member until your payment is made. It was approved by the board to assess a $20 late fee on memberships paid after March 1 since district rebates are calculated on district membership as of March 1. The rebates help districts fund their district shows and other activities. If you have not paid, please send your payment along with this form to the Iowa Holstein Association, 12686 U Ave., Sumner, IA 50674.
L-R: LOMBARDI, Thomas photo; Townlineacre King Doc Lena (EX-94-EX-MS), dam of LOMBARDI, Herges photo; LOMBARDI, Swale photo.