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Number 578 . Kansas Angus Association . May/June 2012

Featuring News and Information for Juniors

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For 60 years the American Angus

Auxiliary has worked tirelessly to provide educational programs and activities for the National Junior Angus Association to promote youth as well as the Angus breed. We will continue to provide opportunities for Angus youth through your continued support.

The American Angus Auxiliary’s important 2012 fund-raising initiative will provide unprecedented opportunity for a potential buyer.

Through the generosity of Gardiner Angus Ranch, the American Angus Auxiliary is proud to offer an outstanding bred heifer at auction, Sunday, June 17, 2012, at the All-American Angus Breeders Futurity, Kentucky Fair & Exposition, Louisville, Kentucky.

GAR Progress M381, a young heifer sired by GAR Progress out of an Objective daughter, will sell bred to GAR Prophet on Sunday, June 17 at the All-American Angus Breeders Futurity in Louisville, KY. GAR Progress M381

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GAR Progress M381 (17112710) M381 is a very unique heifer within the Angus breed when you consider the fact she ranks in the top 10% of the breed for CED and the top 15% among all Angus females for light birthweight and yearling growth, while simultaneously residing among the bottom 35% of Angus females for stature. Furthermore, her elite marbling genetic prediction ranks her among the top 1% of the breed, combined with a top 3% ranking for ribeye. This attractive Progress daughter is also among the top 3% of the breed for $W and $YG. Finally, M381 ranks in the top 2% of our breed for $B and easily among the top 1% of the breed for $G and GARranks Progress $QG. M381 will sell bred for a spring 2013 calf to the breed leading GAR Prophet.

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Proceeds from the auction benefit the American Angus Auxiliary’s Scholarship & Awards Endowments, including: 10 Scholarships Awarded Annually • Crystal, Grote & Spader Awards • Silver Pitcher Award Miss American Angus • Certified Angus Beef® Cookoff • National Showmanship Awards For more information about this outstanding heifer, contact: Mark Gardiner (620) 635-5095

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American Angus Auxiliary • Anne Lampe, President (620) 872-3915 • (c) (620) 874-4273 • alampe@wbsnet.org

Association NEWS KAA members invited to display Cattle

The Kansas Angus Association is proud to partner with the American Angus Association to host the 2012 National Angus Conference and Tour (NAC&T) October 3-5 , 2012. The event will bring together producers and Angus enthusiasts from across the United States to enjoy presentations and workshops featuring leading industry speakers, a trade show and the opportunity to tour Kansas ranches.

Kansas Angus Association members will have the opportunity to display cattle at the following host ranches: McCurry Brothers Angus, Sedgwick; Sankey’s 6N Ranch, Council Grove, Fink Beef Genetics, Randolph ,Gardiner Angus Ranch, Ashland and Stucky Ranch, Kingman ( Stucky Ranch limited to Proven Brands Sale participants) . Space and number of cattle will be limited, to apply to display cattle contact Anne at kansasangus@wbsnet.org, 620-874-4273. Those displaying cattle will we required to pay a $250 fee, fees will be used for tour costs incurred by KAA.. Members displaying cattle will be featured in a special “tour section” in the September/October Kansas Angus News distributed to NAC&T participants.

Please contact Anne by July 25, if you would like to display cattle at one of the listed tour stops. Display space is limited and will be honored on a first come basis.

The KAA will host the trade show during the conference on October 2nd and 3rd at the Doubletree Hotel. A limited number of booth spaces are available at $350 per 10 foot space. To receive trade show booth space information contact Anne Lampe, KAA secretary/manager at kansasangus@wbsnet.org.

The event will kick-off with a welcome reception and the trade show opening on October 2 at the Doubletree Hotel, the conference will officially open on October 3rd with a full day planned of speakers and an evening meal and entertainment at McCurry Brothers ranch headquarters. Two full days of touring will include a northeast route into the Flint Hills and an evening dinner on the historic Cottonwood River Bridge. The second day of the tour will feature a western route with visits to purebred and commercial Angus operations as well as a feedyard. The conference headquarters will be the Doubletree Hotel( formerly Wichita Airport Hilton) in Wichita. The complete conference schedule, tour itinerary and registration information will be announced in early June and will be available at www.angus.org and in the July issue of the Angus Journal. Participants will be required to register through the American Angus Association. Attendees are responsible for making their own hotel reservations; call the Doubletree Hotel directly at 1-800-247-4458 , ask for the American Angus Association block to insure the special conference rate. ( see page 5 for more information.)

KAA Districts 1 & 2 Meeting is June 10

Districts 1 & 2 of the Kansas Angus Association will be hosting their annual meeting on Sunday, June 10th in Leonardville at Nelson’s Landing restaurant (107 N Erpelding) , 6:30 pm. You don’t have to live in Districts 1 or 2 to attend this meeting. It is open to anyone with an interest in Angus cattle that would like to attend. For reservations contact: Sharee Sankey, District 2 KAA Director by email at sankeys6nranch@yahoo.com or call 620-343-0288 or Neal Haverkamp, District 1 KAA Director by email at nealhav@hotmail.com or call 785-858-4457 or 785-336-1655, by June 7, 2012. Dutch treat meal.

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KAA Annual Membership Drive Underway

The Kansas Angus Association (KAA) is holding their annual membership drive.

Current members are encouraged to renew their membership by June 10 and new members are always welcome. Membership benefits include a membership listing in the annual Kansas Angus Association membership directory which includes contact information, herd information and directions to your farm or ranch; an online membership listing; a subscription to the Kansas Angus News and opportunities for marketing registered and commercial Angus cattle through KAA sponsored sales.

For convenience, the KAA has an online application and pay option at www.kansasangus.org . Membership statements are being mailed out this month or use the application on page 20 to renew or join.

Pay for 2012 Dues , Jr. Entry Fees Online

Kansas Angus Association members and Kansas Junior Angus Association members have the option of paying dues, entry fees online through PayPal TM. Members that are renewing their membership and new members are encouraged to visit the KAA website www.kansasangus.org and select “Renew My Membership” or “Join the KAA” complete the online membership application or renewal form and pay online. Memberships must be renewed annually and expire on May 31 of each year. Dues are $30 per year. Paying , renewing or joining online will save the KAA postage and printing costs as well as assist in the accuracy of your listing in the annual KAA membership directory.

KJAA to hold Preview Show June 1-2

KJAA members are planning their annual summer Preview Show. The Preview Show will be held June 1-2 on the Kansas State Fairgrounds in Hutchinson. Cattle classes will include owned and bred and owned females, cow/calf pairs, bred and owned bulls and registered, commercial and Angus crossbred steers. Bill Conley, Clarkdale, Missouri will evaluate the show. Junior may also compete in showmanship, sales talk, herdsman’s quiz, public speaking contests and the “editor’s pic” photo contest. Two showmanship representatives to the 2012 National Junior Angus Show contest as well as members of the KJAA teams sales and quiz bowl NJAS teams will be chosen through contest participation. The two day event will feature the KJAA annual meeting, officer elections and awards picnic. The Kansas Angus Auxiliary will hold their summer meeting and award scholarships in conjunction with the Preview Show. Show entry deadline is May 25. Those planning to attend the picnic but not exhibiting cattle are asked to submit reservations to kansasangus@wbsnet.org by May 28. See pages 6& 7 for more information and entry forms. To access the online entry option visit www.kansasangus.org .

52nd Annual NE District Junior Show is in Effingham

Juniors that show Angus in the northeast part of Kansas will want to participate in the 51stannual NE Kansas District Show in Effingham at the Atchison County Fairgrounds on June 9. An entry form can be found on page 11 , entry deadline is June 4. All junior Angus enthusiasts are welcome.

Time to Update Your KAN Ad?

We want each KAN advertiser to get the most benefit out of their advertisement in the KAN. For those of you that are regular advertisers with a business card or larger ad ;if you have not made updates recently, please take a minutes to look at your ad and check to see if the information is current and accurate. Your business card ad can drive potential customers to your website or email address; the ad should contain current contact information as well as the quickest, easiest way to access information about your herd or program. Therefore if you have an email or website address be sure to include it in your ad. Remember to check for accuracy of all information in your business card or display ad; current phone numbers; current email and web site addresses are essential. Is it time for a fresh new advertisement or a new graphic or logo? Do you need to add or update sale date or private treaty sale information? Please send your new camera- ready advertisement; information to update your existing ad or info for a new ad to me by June 10 for inclusion in the July/August issue.

Space for Your Ad Available

If you are not a regular KAN advertiser, there is space for your business card or display ad. Business card advertisement size is w 95.69 pica x h 44.75 pica or w 3.75” x h 1.75”. Set up for horizontal placement. Business card ads are $175 for 1 year, 7 issues of the KAN ($25 per issue) Card ads will be billed annually by the KAA. See page 2 for pricing information for other sizes. If you have questions please contact Anne Lampe, kansasangus@wbsnet.org, 620-872-3915.

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Kansas Angus Association The President’ s Pen

Well since March brought April showers and warm temperatures, and our cool season grasses have been growing rapidly since mid February, it’s hard to remember what month or even what season it is. It looks like by the time you read this, we will be done with cool season hay harvest about 3 weeks early and cattle will have been out to grass for a good long while. Hopefully the early grass will lead to cows and heifers in really good shape and all of them cycling for AI season. Some folks are even thinking they will be in wheat harvest before the end of May. But hopefully everyone is getting better rainfall than a year ago and looking forward to a better year.

I hope most of you had the opportunity to attend some of the spring beef shows in your area and give encouragement to some of the young breeders who like to show. With June will come our summer show and the preparation for the National Jr. Show. Please try your best to help out with support of these junior programs, whether it be by sponsoring ads and awards or just attending the events and offering an encouraging word or helping hand. Even those juniors who don’t show cattle can compete in one or more of the other great competitions. Through great leadership, talented members, and hard work, our juniors should be able to continue their fabulous string of Sweepstakes Awards at the national show. Let’s give them our support.

I think most people have been surprised at the strength of the market all spring. A lot of us thought that with the national cowherd down as much as it is there might not be a market for as many bulls this spring. But it seems the demand for Angus bulls (and even many other breeds) has been extremely strong. Let’s keep up the good work in improving our breed and furnishing the industry with what it is demanding—sound, efficient cattle that yield a quality product, and ultimately an enjoyable and nutritious eating experience.

Tim Benton

Kansas Angus Association President 2012

Summer-a time for Youth Summer is always a special time for youth, wether it be kids or calves. Calves are growing and thriving on summer grass and kids are out of school and days are spent outdoors and perhaps even taking a family vacation. This May/June issue is the KAN celebrates the youth of our organization as they prepare for summer Angus activities. Juniors and parents should take time to read pages 6-14 to find out information about upcoming summer shows, events and deadlines. Even if you don’t have a junior member in your family, you will enjoy reading the essay written by the 2012 Moore Scholarship winner on page 10 and seeing the photos of champions on page 12.

Preparing for Angus Breeders to ‘Come Home to Kansas’ Come home to Kansas is the theme chosen for the 2012 National Angus Conference & Tour (NAC&T) to honor Kansas as the first home of Angus in the United States; please see pages 1 and 5 for NAC&T information and watch upcoming issues for more detailed schedules and itineraries. As described on page 1, KAA members are invited to display cattle at host stops on the tour. If you are interested in displaying at one of the stops contact me by July 25, however space is limited and display entries will be honored on a first come basis. In mid– April, I along with three American Angus Association staff members ,visited each of the tour stop locations to plan with stop hosts and take photographs; I am very excited about the NAC&T and sharing our state and Angus cattle with participants from across the US. Don’t miss this great opportunity and event.

Anne

Anne S. Lampe, Ks Angus News, editor ; Ks Angus Association, Secretary/Manager

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Association News…………………………....….….1 Editors Notes, KAA, KAN Info…….…...…….......2 Angus Industry………………………………….....4 Come Home to Kansas– NAC&T 2012…………...5 Showring Purple………………………………..….5 KJAA ………………………………..……..….6-14 Auxiliary…………………………………….…...18 KAA Membership Application– join or renew ….20

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In this Issue

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July/August 2012 issue ad/copy deadline : June 10

Special Junior Section Preview Show Info and Schedule…………….....6 Preview Show Entry Form…………………..….7 NJAS– LEAD– Ambassador Info……………....8 KJAA Officer/Director Application…………....9 What the Angus Industry Means to Me…….....10 KJAA Minutes……………………….……….10 NE District Show Entry Form………..……….11 KAF Junior Show Champions………..……….12 Challenge & Premier Exhibitor Award Apps.13-14

- Photo and design by Anne Lampe. Anna Carpenter, Wamego exhibiting a the 2012 KAF junior show.

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Any member 3 months or more in arrears in the payment of dues or assessments shall be dropped from the roll with the membership year beginning with the annual meeting. (KAA By-Laws: Art III, Sec 4) Any claims or statements of the writers or advertisers in this publication represent their own opinions and are not necessarily those of the editor or of the officers and directors of the Kansas Angus Association.

Kansas Angus Association Board of Directors

President :Tim Benton, Garnett Vice President : Craig Rucker , Burdett Secretary/Mgr: Anne Lampe, Scott City (620) 872-3915 Treasurer: Robert Bailey ,3990 Highway K68 Quenemo, Ks 66528,(785) 828-3338 Past President: Joe Hite, Valley Center

District Directors Term Expires # 1 Neal Haverkamp, Bern ……………….….……...2013 # 2 Sharee Sankey, Council Grove………..…….….....2014 # 3 Matt Perrier, Eureka……………………..………….2014 # 4 Doug Benoit, Esbon ..……………….…….….........2013 # 5 Mark Rohr, Hays………………….....…………...... 2015 # 6 Shane Prill, Wichita…………………….…………....2013 # 7 Larry Lundgren, Gove………...………………...…..2013 # 8 JR “Rusty” Williams, Hugoton………………...…...2013 Directors At Large (Commercial) Harold Hazelton, McPherson……………………..……...2013 Howard Woodbury, Quenemo…………………........…..2014 Rick Cornwell St. John ……………..……….………. .2015 Directors At Large (Purebred) Brandon New, Leavenworth………………….………....2014 Stuart Rose, Cheney…….…………………..……. …....2015 Ron Hinrichsen, Westmoreland……………… ……….2013 The KAA board meets quarterly in February, May, September and December. Members are welcome to attend meetings.

Contact Anne Lampe for meeting dates. *Next Board of Directors meetings: May 8, September 13, December 1.

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ANGUS INDUSTRY -News provided by American Angus Association ® and Certified Angus Beef® Angus Bulls in High Demand

Bull sale values up 24% compared to a year ago.

Cattle herd numbers may be low, but there is still strong demand for high-quality genetics. According to recent American Angus Association® data, reported Angus bull prices are at a record high, reflecting that buyers are willing to pay more for cattle that offer increased profit potential. “This past bull-sale season was a successful one for the Angus breed,” says Bryce Schumann, chief executive officer of the Association. “The registered Angus bull market is trending up in both volume of bulls sold and the price received at public auction.” The latest fiscal data shows that 31,278 registered Angus bulls grossed more than $144 million during the time period of Oct. 1, 2011, to March 31, 2012. That’s an average of $4,627 per bull reported to the Association. Compared to last year’s numbers, prices jumped 24% or $896 per head. “We are optimistic when seeing members have yet another profitable year and continuing to lead the industry in top-performing genetics,” Schumann says. “And because of our member’s dedication to producing quality cattle, we will see steady demand for Angus bulls and females in the future.” At the completion of fiscal year 2011, bull sale averages were at $3,776. To date, the Association reports that average has increased by more than $850 per head. The Angus female market is on the rise, as well. The average sale price is currently $3,210; a 20% increase of $534 per female. For a complete list of sale results and upcoming Angus events, visit www.angus.org.

DNA—An arriving Tool for Beef Cattle

Right now, it’s hard to imagine how future tools will change the beef cowherd.

Today, heifer development costs are high and getting higher as ranch profit goals demand efficiency while consumers want quality.

DNA technology is one of the emerging solutions for beef production, in line with the role it has played in agronomy. “It takes so much time to develop a herd of cattle—a lifetime, honestly—that’s designed to be feed-efficient or have high reproduction,” says Cody Jorgensen, of Jorgensen Land and Cattle, Ideal, So. Dak. “The more knowledge you have about DNA to help you make the right decision, the better.” His family has DNA-tested standout Angus bulls and donor cows for years, but he plans to step it up a notch this fall. “It’s going to be a tremendous tool to add, along with the quantitative genetic research that we do,” Jorgensen says. And although the registered cattle world will be quicker to use the tool, he says the new lower-density, lower-cost tests “could impact commercial cattle heavily.” “Data is a power,” he says. “You get a lot of cost and time and energy stuck into a bred female, and every day that it may be in the wrong group, it’s very expensive. If a guy knew early in a calf’s life if it had the abilities we want, it would definitely improve the costs of raising replacement heifers.” Larry Kuehn, geneticist at the USDA, Agricultural Research Service, Meat Animal Research Center in Clay Center, Neb., says DNA is the best forecasting tool available right now for young calves. “It basically helps you skip time,” he says. “You’re trying to increase your accuracy earlier. It’s potentially cheaper to pay for a test to increase accuracy when a bull is born, for example, versus waiting for it to be ultrasounded itself, and Angus Goes Mobile especially waiting for it to be progeny-tested.” The technology has gotten better The free, smartphone app helps producers stay connected with news and data. and cheaper in the last five years, says Bill Bowman, American Angus Association Managing an Angus herd – yeah, there’s an app for that. The American Angus COO and president of Angus Genetics Inc. “With some of the very early DNA tests, ® Association recently launched a smartphone application, Angus Mobile, for iPhone, iPad and Android devices. As recordkeeping becomes increasingly online we were using individual genes or individual markers and in many cases they didn’t based, this app allows users to update herd data no matter where they are on their account for very much of the genetic variations.” Researchers streamlined the process when they began looking at changes in the DNA sequence—or farm or ranch. “A producer needs to know a lot more information about their calf “snips” (from single-nucleotide polymorphisms, SNPs)—and how they impact when it hits the ground compared to ten years ago,” says Lou Ann Adams, the Association’s information systems director. “That’s why we created the app, to help specific traits. That’s when the 50K tests were born, looking at 50,000 of these snips. Scientists hope that even higher-density tests and genome sequencing will producers make the right decisions for their herd, and to keep their information allow them to find “functional mutations,” the specific points of differentiation from organized and easily accessible.” Since its debut, the Angus Mobile app has had one animal to another. That will be important in trying to apply DNA tests across more than 500 downloads. The easy-to-navigate format gives users a way to breeds, Kuehn says. The accuracy of the high-density tests improves confidence in quickly search for cowherd data, news updates and more. Currently, the iPhone more basic, less-expensive ones that draw on a reduced number of snips. An version contains the most up-to-date features, and the Android will soon have all example is GeneMax®, from Certified Angus Beef LLC, that evaluates gain and similar functions. The Angus Mobile MyHerd option is particularly useful for grade potential in commercial Angus cattle. Today, DNA works especially well in producers, because it grants access into AAA Login, which is the Association’s predicting carcass traits. “The genetic correlations derived at AGI suggest that 30% online record-keeping system. Through MyHerd, users can record calves as they to 40% of the variation within a given carcass EPD is explained by available are born and submit information, through their phone, while still standing in the pasture. “This type of new technology is changing the way we as Angus breeders genomic tests,” Kuehn says, adding that there are other profit-related traits of interest as well. Reproduction, longevity and animal health top the wish list. “Just a manage our herds,” says Bryce Schumann, chief executive officer of the Association. “It is remarkable to think about how things have changed in just a few few percentage changes in fertility would have a much higher impact in wholesystem profitability than most of these carcass measures we’re talking about,” he short years.” The Angus Mobile app is not only for producers, several other functions appeal to anyone interested in Angus cattle. Download the app, and gain says. The Angus breed is working on measuring longevity and survivability currently. “Once you get data and ways to measure traits like that, then a DNA test access to the latest news, sale reports, show results and much more. More is soon to follow,” Bowman says. features will continue to be added, but now users can: Jorgensen dreams of a system similar to what has shaped the crop side of their search for any registered Angus animal or member; view current news releases; business. “If we could genetically select for all the things that challenge us—if that’s browse sale books and sale reports ; show results and photos; watch the latest Angus TV videos; view upcoming Angus events; use date calculators for gestation the fescue grass or the elevation—if we could understand DNA that could handle that type of environment or that was resistant to respiratory disease—just imagine and performance measurements, such as weaning and ultrasound; browse that. It would be a game changer.” E. coli resistance. Fertility. Ability to handle “hot” National Cattle Evaluation Information; and view EPD/$Value Percentiles, breedrations. Tests for these traits are all on the horizon. “Any places we can increase average EPDs. efficiency by selling one more calf, because we have one more fertile female,” Download the iPhone app Kuehn says, “or have one more calf sold for slaughter because he made it through Visit the iTunes store or App Store when using an iPhone, iPod or iPad. A quick search for Angus will result in the application link. Click on install, and the icon will the feedlot without respiratory disease, or fewer food-borne pathogens are advantageous—those sorts of changes are a boon for the industry in terms of appear on the device’s screen or desktop. The Angus Mobile app is compatible with the iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4, iPhone 4S, iPod touch (third generation and fourth perception and environmental footprint.” Jorgensen has been pulling DNA samples for their files, “just in case” they want to analyze them. “It’s not like the poultry or generation), and iPad. It requires iOS 5.0 or later, which can also be downloaded swine business where they can do 2.4 turns per year,” he says. “You just can’t through iTunes and installed by connecting the iPhone to a computer. make that much progress in a year’s time. It’s critical to know whether those cattle Download the Android app Visit the Android marketplace on the device’s home screen. Search for Angus and will do it or not.” It matters to individual ranchers and to those further down the beef production chain. “Meat demand is not going down, especially worldwide, Kuehn the application should appear. The Angus Mobile Android app was developed says. “It’ll take focus if we’re going to keep beef competitive to other protein before the iPhone app, so a few functions may vary. However, an update is sources.” planned for later this spring.

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Angus Producers “Come Home to Kansas” this Fall

The 2012 National Angus Conference and Tour is planned for Oct. 3-5.

American Angus Association® members and supporters have a chance to “Come Home to Kansas” during the 2012 National Angus Conference & Tour (NAC&T). Held Oct. 3-5 in Wichita, Kan., the event includes trips to both the Flint Hills and the western region of the state. “This year’s NAC&T is full of informative speakers, inventive cattle operations, and most of all, beautiful Kansas scenery,” says Bryce Schumann, the Association’s chief executive officer. The event is hosted by both the American Angus Association and the Kansas Angus Association, along with sponsorship support by Land O’ Lakes Purina Feed LLC. Rodney Nulik, Purina director of production livestock marketing, is a Kansas native and is proud to be a part of the NAC&T again this year: “Experience tells me that, no matter where it is held, the NAC&T will be another ‘can’t miss’ event.” The 2012 agenda consists of a one-day conference, including industry-leading speakers and educational seminars, and two days of tours, which will feature the state’s historic Angus genetics. The conference portion kicks off Wednesday, Oct. 3, and the first tour stop – McCurry Bros. Angus of Sedgwick, Kan. – takes place that evening. “Angus enthusiasts from across the nation will learn something new, view elite Angus genetics and create friendships during the conference and tour,” says Shelia Stannard, Association director of activities and events. “We have a wide-variety of items lined up; there is something for everyone at this highly-anticipated event.” The Flint Hills tour on Thursday will be Sankeys 6 N Ranch, Council Grove; Fink Beef Genetics, Randolph; Lyons Ranch, Alta Vista; and historic Cottonwood Falls. Friday’s tour of western Kansas will feature Pratt Feeders, followed by stops at Gardiner Angus Ranch, Ashland; Giles Ranch, Bucklin; and Stucky Ranch, Kingman. Other herds will be on display at many of the tour stops, and CAB is sponsoring a portion of the tour meals. Registration will be available at www.angus.org. Early registration is $150 per person and due Aug. 20. After that date, registration increases to $175 and the final deadline is Sept. 10. However, walk-ins are accepted as space is available. Attendees are encouraged to make their own hotel reservations at the Double Tree Wichita Airport, which is the headquarters hotel. Call 1-800-247-4458 and ask for the American Angus block to get the negotiated rate. For more information about the NAC&T, visit www.nationalangusconference.com; or contact at the Activities Department at 816-383-5100.

Showring purple-Kansans at the Backdrop Champions named in Reno Sankeys Justified 101 won reserve grand champion bull at the 2012 Western National Angus Futurity (WNAF) Super Point Roll of Victory (ROV) Show, April 22-23 in Reno, Nev. Chris & Sharon Sankey, Council Grove and Foster Campbell II, Bossier City, La., own the January 2011 son of Sankeys Lazer 609 of 6N. He first won early junior calf champion. Kevin Jensen, Courtland, evaluated the 181 entries. ◄Laflins Storm 1102 won late junior bull calf champion.

Clinton Laflin, ►Buffalos Pro Bull BN88 won reserve senior champion bull .Black Velvet Cattle, Mankato, Kan.; Richardson Cattle Co., Fairland, Okla.; and W.G. Schermer Jr., Clarion, Iowa, own the winning bull. ◄R&L CH Miss Q9 0069 won reserve champion bred-and-owned female at the 2012 Western Regional Junior Angus Show, April 21 in Reno, Nev. Cale Hinrichsen, Westmoreland, owns the November 2010 daughter of S A V Bismarck 5682. . Kurt Thomas, Wolfforth, Texas, evaluated the 159 entries.

McCurry Miss Wix 9081 won grand champion cow-calf in the junior Angus show , Jackson Wingert, Ottawa, , owns the October 2009 daughter of Marands M-W Assassin 518. A September 2011 heifer calf sired by S A V Final Answer 0035 completes the winning pair. (right photo) McCurry Miss Wix 9081 won senior champion female in the WNAF ROV show.

Photos by Sheila Stannard, American Angus Association.

5 ▪ May/June 2012 ▪ Kansas Angus News

KS Junior Angus Association Annual KJAA Preview Show June 1-2

The Kansas Junior Angus Association will host its annual Preview Show June 1-2 on the Kansas State Fairgrounds in Hutchinson. The show will feature divisions for owned heifers, cow/calf pairs, steers and for bred and owned bulls and heifers. All exhibitors will be eligible to compete in an age appropriate showmanship class . A special showmanship contest will be held to select two juniors that will represent the KJAA in the National Jr. Angus Showmanship Contest in Louisville, Ky later in the summer. The two day event is much more than a cattle show.

Juniors have the opportunity to compete in several educational contests even if they are not exhibiting cattle. A herdsman quiz contest is open to all members. Quiz questions and the length of the quiz will vary depending on the age of the contestant and will test juniors on their knowledge of the Angus and beef industries. Sample quiz questions may be found by visiting the National Junior Angus Association website www.njaa.info or by emailing Kansasangus@wbsnet.org .Young Angus enthusiasts are invited to take part in the coloring contest, prizes will be awarded to all participants. A prepared public speaking and an extemporaneous speech contest will also be part of the activities. Members will vie for a spot on the KJAA Team Sales NJAS teams by competing in the sales talk competition. The KJAA and the Kansas Angus Auxiliary will hold their annual meetings . Don’t forget the “Editor’s Pic- On the Cover “ photo contest, enter and win an opportunity to have your photo published on the cover of the Kansa Angus News. Friday’s activities will end with a picnic for all. Awards for the contests as well as scholarships and other awards sponsored by the Ks. Angus Auxiliary will be presented. Picnic reservations are requested with your show entry , reservations can be made by those not exhibiting cattle by emailing kansasangus@wbsnet.org

Thursday, May 31—Grounds available for cattle after 1 pm.

Friday, June 1( all activities are on the Ks State Fairgrounds) 9 am to 10 am– Cattle check in. Check tattoos/freeze brands and all original registration certificates. Weigh steers & bulls. Contest registration and showmanship registration. All cattle must be on grounds by 10 am.

10:30 am– Contest and showmanship registration closes.

11 am– KJAA annual meeting. Officer elections.

1pm Herdsman Quiz. ; Coloring Contest 1:30 pm– Public Speaking and Extemporaneous Speech Contests. Ages 9-13, 14-17, 18-21. NJAS rules apply. www.njaa.info 3 pm– Sales Talk Competition, ages 9-13, 14-17, 18-21. Compete as individuals, NJAS format and rules. www.njaa.info 4:30 pm- Kansas Angus Auxiliary meeting 6:00 pm– KJAA activity—Survivor Angus KJAA Preview Show Hotel Headquarters 6:45pm– KJAA Picnic and Awards Ceremony. (reservations requested) Space is limited ; motels fill up in Hutchinson quickly in the summer be sure to make your reservations by May 20 to Saturday, June 2 be included in the blocked rooms.

7 am– Exhibitors Breakfast—hosted by Dennis Rayl Family & friends A limited number of rooms are blocked .

9 am– KJAA Preview Show -Judge– Bill Conley ( see page 7 for entry form) deadline is May 25.

Ask for Ks Jr Angus Preview Show Block.

Steers, Bred & Owned Heifers; Owned Heifers; Cow/Calf Pairs; Bulls ;Showmanship.

Ramada Inn- Hutchinson - 620-669-9311 Rate $85- 2 queen beds .

Dear KJAA Members, Summer is here and to me summer means three things: work, friends, and learning. Summer means work because for kids growing up in agriculture on a cattle ranch that does not necessarily mean a three month break. Summer means hay season, building fence, and harvest. Next summer means friends because as a member of the Kansas Jr. Angus Association and the National Jr. Angus Association, it is a time to travel to cattle shows and reconnect with friends and make new ones.

Sign up to be on a NJAS 28th All American Certified Angus Beef® Cook Off Team by May 25.

The KJAA will need to have all cook off teams and recipes set by June 1 .

Therefore if you would like to participate we must know by May 25. Parents your help is needed in organizing and coaching the teams. Every team will need at least one parent to serve as the team leader .Leaders will select a recipe and develop a theme / skit. Each state is allowed 1 team in each age division and category. That means Kansas can have up to 9 teams providing there is enough junior interest and parent involvement. Teams cans have from 2 to 6 members. Age divisions are Lastly, I know that summer is a break from the classroom but it is definitely a time 9-13, 14-17 and 18-21.Catergories this year are ; 1. Steaks; 2. Roasts. 3. Other for learning. Both the KJAA and the NJAA provide so many opportunities for you to (includes ground beef and selected deli products) For more info on the contest, learn about the beef industry and the Angus breed. Through contests you develop cuts of meat available and rules visit www.njaa.info. The deadline to submit your communications and teamwork skills. By serving as a state KJAA officer you have name for Kansas teams is May 25. Send Name, Birth date, Age as of Jan. 1, the chance to work on leadership traits. Through conferences and speakers you 2011; Address, Phone, Email address and AAA member code to Anne are challenged to grow and look ahead to the future of the beef industry. Do not Lampe, 5201 E Rd 110, Scott City, Ks 67871 ; FAX 620-872-3915 or email miss out on these opportunities to learn and have fun! kansasangus@wbsnet.org by May 25.

Pay attention to deadlines on www.njaa.info and in this issue of the KAN and let me know if I can ever help you with anything.

Meghan Blythe

jrpresident@kansasangus.org

KJAA OFFICERS 2011- 2012 President: Meghan Blythe, White City President Elect: Hannah McCabe, Elk City Vice President: Mackenzie Flory, Baldwin City Treasurer: Esther McCabe, Elk City Secretary: Trent Blythe, White City Reporter: Evan Woodbury, Quenemo Historian: Lauren Herman, Kingman Membership Directors: Hadley DeHoff, Tonganoxie & Cody Thies, Leavenworth Past President: : Courtenay Dehoff, Tonganoxie

2012 National Jr Angus Show

July 15-21, Louisville, KY– www.njas.info Cattle ownership & Entry Deadline June 1 NJAS Photo, graphic design, writing entries due June 1 Public Speaking & Career Dev. Entries due June 10 DIRECTORS District 1: Cale Hinrichsen, Westmoreland District 2: Tyler Blythe, White City District 5: Grady Dickerson, Paradise District 6: Jennifer Hager, Hutchinson District 7: Miles Pearson, Scott City District 8: Quannah Gardiner, Ashland At-Large: Megan Green, Leavenworth, Anna Carpenter, Wamego, Jackson Wingert, Ottawa

ADVISORS Jason & Wendy Flory…………………….……(785))979-2923 Jerry & Tonya Theis………….………………..(913)683-0775 Ken & Jackie Ottensmeier ………………..(913)796-6994 Anne Lampe

kansasangus@wbsnet.org

(620)872-3915; (620)874-4273 cell

www.kansasangus.org

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2012 Kansas Junior Angus Preview Show▪ June 1 & 2▪ KS State Fairgrounds

Rules & Entry Form

Form also available on line at www.kansasangus.org 1. Tie facilities will be available for use by exhibitors on Thursday, May 31 after 1:00 p.m.

2. Cattle must be checked in by Friday, June 1, 2012 at 10 a.m.

3. The KJAA Preview show will be held at 9:00 a.m. Saturday, June 2, 2012 at the Kansas State Fairgrounds in Hutchinson. There will be a $15.00 entry fee for each animal entered; due by May 25 , 2012 ( postmarked on/before). Form also on-line at www.kansasangus.org . NO LATE ENTRIES will be accepted. Ribbons for each class will be provided as well as champion and reserve champion ribbons for divisions and overall awards.

After check-in cattle must remain on KSF until release, cattle are released after completion of their respective classes.

4. All registration papers must be properly transferred to the junior exhibitor. You must have your ORIGINAL registration papers with you at the show.

5. Tattoos and original registration papers will be checked at the show. Any animal that is not tattooed or has an incorrect tattoo will not be allowed to show. Freeze brands allowed as per AAA rules.

6.Health papers are not required, but cattle must not have warts, ringworm or show signs of sickness or disease. Females (of age) are to be OCV. 7. Females must be born on/after September 1, 2010 to be eligible to show.

8. Bred-and-owned heifers may also show in the owned division provided they pay for the entry fee & enter in both shows.

9. STEERS-Classes for registered Angus steers, commercial purebred Angus steers and Angus-based predominantly black crossbred (Angus sire or dam) steers, born on/ after January 1, 2011 . Registered Steers must comply with NJAA rules. Commercial Angus and Angus Cross steers must comply with Kansas 4-H and FFA rules. Reg. steers show by age.

10. BULL show for registered bred-and-owned Angus bulls born January 1, 2011December 31, 2011 11.COW/CALF pairs may be exhibited provided the calf is bred-and-owned by the exhibitor and the junior is the sole recorded owner of the cow. If entries are sufficient a bred & owned class may be made. A.) If the cow was not bred by the exhibitor, the issue date on the recorded transfer of the cow must precede the breeding date of the cow for the calf at side. B.) Calf must be the cow’s most recent natural calf and must have been born on or after September 1, 2011 C.) Calf must be registered by show date and shown on halter.

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Entry Deadline May 25

12. Contestants must show their own animals unless 2 or more are exhibited in the same class in such case another KJAA member is allowed to show.. In the case of illness or injury a KJAA member may be allowed to show in your place with a written doctor’s excuse. Notice must be received at check in. In the case of an emergency illness or injury at the show after cattle check-in , the show chairman (KJAA president) must be notified prior to the class in order for a substitute showman. Failure to show a doctor’s excuse or in the case of a show emergency contact with show chairman prior to entering the class will result in disqualification of the entry.

13. Classes will be set up according to age and number entered. Steers refer to #9 14. Exhibitors must be members of the KJAA. If not a member, you can join when entering.

15.Cattle will be bedded on provided chips. Bring your own feed and hay as well as straw for tie-out area. No feed or straw sales during show.

16. SHOWMANSHIP- Pee-wee (ages 7-9 must be an exhibitor), Junior (ages 10-13), Intermediate (14-17) and Senior (18-21) showmanship contests will be held. (all ages as of January 1, 2012) . Each contestant must own and exhibit their animal***. You must be an exhibitor to show in showmanship.

17. Members ages (14-21) competing to represent Kansas at the NJAS showmanship contest will compete in a specific showmanship class. You may compete in only 1 showmanship class. ***Older members competing to go to the NJAS may borrow a heifer , however you must speak to an advisor or KJAA president (show chairman) before entering & showing. You must have been a KJAA & NJAA member prior to showing. *** Cow/calf pairs are not recommended for showmanship, if an exhibitor has only a pair an exception may be made by speaking to the show chairman or advisor to allow borrowing a heifer for showmanship.

18. The MEMBERS of the KJAA have voted that this be a “no fit” show, defined as exhibitors may not use any glue, adhesive, coloring or paint products.. Oils, “kleen sheen” type products, and foams are allowed. If you have questions ask! Aerosols will not be allowed in the make up area 19. Show dress code– NJAA rules. Collared tucked in shirt.

 Judge: Bill Conley, Clarksville, MO

Check out online ENTRY and FEE PAY www.kansasangus.org 2011 KJAA Preview Show Entry Form- Entry Deadline May 25, 2012

Section 1: Registered Angus Steers Section 2: Commercial Purebred Angus Steers Section 3: Angus based Cross Bred Steers Section 4: Bred & Owned Heifers Section 5: Owned Heifers Section 6: Cow/Calf Pairs Section 7: Bred & Owned Bulls

Section

Name of Animal

Showmanship Class: □ Pee Wee 7-9

Reg. #

□ Jr. 10-13

Date of Birth

Sire’s complete name

□ Int. 14-17 □ Sr.18-21 □NJAS selection 14-21

Please check only one box. NO FEE for showmanship - age as of Jan 1, 2012

Exhibitor Name___________________________________ Birth Date________( month/date/year) Age on Jan 1____ AAA member Code_________ Address____________________________ City_______________ST_____________Zip__________ Phone_____________Email________________ Are you a first time KJAA exhibitor ? Yes NO ▪ Are you a member of the Ks Jr. Angus Association? YES NO ; if no enclose $5 membership dues, valid until age 21.

Use a separate form for each exhibitor. Copies accepted.

____ # of Entries x $15 per head

$_______Total

Are you planning to exhibit or attend the National Jr. Angus Show in Louisville, Ky ? YES NO PICNIC : How many from your family will attend the family KJAA picnic on the evening of Friday, June 1?_____ Please fill out only one reservation per family. Please plan to pay for meals at check– in approx $7/per person.

Mail with entry fee of $15/head. Checks payable to KJAA. To: Meghan Blythe, KJAA President; 939 Ks Hwy 4, White City, Ks 66872 NO LATE ENTRIES ACCEPTED. Non refundable fees. Enter & pay online www.kansasangus.org

‘In a League of our Own’ NJAS 2012

The National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) is the highlight of the summer for many Angus families, and this year the big event takes place July 15-21 in Louisville, Ky. While the cattle shows are the main attraction, the week also includes the showmanship competition, junior activities and a variety of life-skills contests.

“The National Junior Angus Show is an exciting event for Angus youth and their families across the country,” says Robin Ruff, junior activities director for the American Angus Association®. “It is more than just a traditional cattle show. It’s an event that challenges youth to build life skills and develop long-lasting relationships.” Sponsored by the Tennessee, Ohio and Kentucky Angus and junior Angus associations, this year the NJAS is themed “In a League of Our Own.” The week-long event kicks off Monday, July 16 with the Parade of States during the Opening Ceremonies at the Kentucky Fair and Exposition Center, home of the North American International Livestock Exposition.

NJAS Cattle Shows More than 1,100 head of cattle are expected to compete in the NJAS showring this summer. Official judges are as follows: Mark Johnson, Orlando, Okla., will select champions in the owned heifer division. Judging bred-and-owned heifers, cow-calf pairs, and bred-and-owned bulls will be Jeff Gooden, Iberia, Mo. Steers will be evaluated by Steve Reimer, Chamberlain, S.D. States will join together to compete for the Best Five Head, while individual members will vie for Junior Premier Breeder and Silver Pitcher Award. The NJAS cattle ownership and postmark entry deadline is June 1. Entries can be made online at www.angus.org/njaa.

NJAS Showmanship Contest The 46th Annual NJAS Showmanship Contest is sure to be an attention-grabbing event. Two junior Angus members from each state will be given the opportunity to compete for the title of “Top Showman.” The judges are: Anne Patton Schubert, Taylorsville, Ky., Amie Stertzbach, Louisville, Ohio, and Jonathan Perry, Fayetteville, Tenn.

NJAS Carcass Steer Contest A twist to the traditional cattle show, the Carcass Steer Contest allows Angus juniors to increase their awareness of the important role Angus cattle play in the beef industry. Dr. Curtis and Ann Long of Briarwood Angus Farms, Butler, Mo., contribute cash prizes for the steer contest through their permanent endowment fund administered by the Angus Foundation. They believe the contest is significant because it teaches juniors about the product they are raising – quality Angus beef.

“Participants need to know the results of their cattle so they can learn, go home and make a better product for the consumer,” Long says.

Educational Contests Outside the showring, hundreds of junior members will participate in more than a dozen educational contests. Youth can enter individually in the following: prepared and extemporaneous public speaking, career development, graphic design, writing, photography, livestock judging, and video and poster competitions.

In addition, each state can enter a team in the quiz bowl, team sales and fitting contests, as well as the American Angus Auxiliary-sponsored All-American Certified Angus Beef® (CAB) Cook-Off, herdsmanship and scrapbook contests.

Contest entry deadlines and further information about the NJAS are available at www.angus.org/njaa or by contacting the Junior Activities Department at 816-3835100 .A coloring session is also provided for those younger family members not able to participate in junior contests.

NJAA Annual Meeting Also during the week of shows and competitions, the National Junior Angus Association (NJAA) hosts its annual meeting. Two delegates from each state will gather together to review the organization’s bylaws and elect six new directors to the NJAA Board. The new directors and officers will be announced during the awards program at the conclusion of the week.

The NJAS is also a time to recognize outstanding Angus youth. The Angus Foundation and American Angus Auxiliary will award a number of scholarships to deserving recent high school graduates and college students. And to help prepare younger members for a successful future, the NJAS mentoring program partners senior and novice members together to get to know one another and feel comfortable meeting other juniors.

“While joined together in the spirit of competition, Angus youth are encouraged to make friends and learn from each other,” Ruff says. “These juniors are the future of the Angus breed, and it is encouraging to see them interact on a national level.”

Visit www.njas.info or www.angus.org/njaa for more information.

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NJAA Offers New Ambassador Program

One Angus junior to be selected as a breed ambassador.

Members of the National Junior Angus Association (NJAA) are the future of the business breed, and there’s no better time to start preparing them than now. In the new NJAA Ambassador program, one junior member will be selected to represent Angus at important industry events, both on a national and international level. “The new Ambassador program is designed to allow our young Angus leaders a chance to get involved early in higher levels of the cattle business,” says Robin Ruff, American Angus Association®’s director of junior activities. “This is a great opportunity for youth to get their foot in the door and create a network in the industry they are passionate about.” The selected person will represent the NJAA for one year at major beef industry conferences, and events across the United States and Canada. Travel includes an American Angus Association orientation in Saint Joseph, Mo.; the National Angus Conference and Tour in Wichita, Kan.; a Certified Angus Beef® Building Blocks Seminar in Wooster, Ohio; the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association Cattle Industry Annual Convention in Tampa, Fla.; and the Guiding Outstanding Angus Leaders Conference in Canada. Additional travel options will vary on the selected ambassador’s location, schedule and availability. American Angus Association members, ages 17-20 as of Jan. 1, of good standing and who own purebred cattle are eligible to apply. A cover letter, resume and two essay responses are required to be considered for the program.

More information on the application process can be found online at www.angus.org/NJAA. All applications must be received by June 15 at the Association’s Junior Activities Department, 3201 Frederick Ave., Saint Joseph, MO 64506.

Reach ‘Peak Performance’ at LEAD

Early registration for the annual youth leadership conference ends June 15.

Youth from across the country will travel to Fort Collins, Colo., for the National Junior Angus Association’s (NJAA’s) annual Leaders Engaged in Angus Development (LEAD) Conference, Aug. 2-5. Themed “Peak Performance,” the leadership event, sponsored by the Angus Foundation, is designed for members 14-21 years of age. “If junior Angus members are planning on attending the LEAD conference at least once, this is the one they don’t want to miss,” says Robin Ruff, American Angus Association® director of junior activities. “The NJAA Board is working to coordinate an exciting, fun-filled and educational program that provides a great setting for the future of the Angus breed to develop leadership skills and lifelong friendships.” Angus juniors will attend leadership workshops presented by the NJAA Board, as well as listen to a keynote address from professional speaker Andrew McCrea. Tours during this year’s LEAD event will include area Angus operations – Aristocrat Angus, Rocky Mountain Sire Services and Spruce Mountain Ranch. Participants will also take part in the Colorado State University Ropes Challenge Course and tour the university’s Agricultural Research, Development and Education Center. In addition to workshops and tours, a white water rafting trip is planned, for those seeking some adventure. And for those seeking some bargains, even some shopping time is in the schedule.

Conference space is limited, and early registration is encouraged by the June 15 deadline. The early registration fee for NJAA members is $200. After June 15, registration will be $225 and accepted based on space availability. Registration for adults, state advisors and chaperones is $250; no early registration deadline applies. Registration is available online at www.angus.org/njaa. For more information, contact the junior activities department at 816-383-5100. LEAD is funded in part by the Angus Foundation and is a program of the NJAA, which provides programs for nearly 7,000 members across the nation.

Trenton Blythe Earns Junior Bronze & Silver Awards

Trenton Blythe, White City, Kan., has earned the National Junior Angus Association’s (NJAA) Bronze and Silver awards, according to Robin Ruff, junior activities director of the American Angus Association® in Saint Joseph, Mo. The 17-year-old son of Duane and Debbie Lyons-Blythe attends White City High School and is a member of the NJAA and Kansas Junior Angus Association, where he has served as district director, membership director and secretary. He has participated in local, state, regional and national shows. At the National Junior Angus Show (NJAS), Blythe participated in the quiz bowl and livestock judging contests. He has also participated in the mentoring program in 2005, the Leaders Engaged in Angus Development (LEAD) conference and the Raising the Bar Conference in 2010. He has submitted weight data to the Angus Herd Improvement Records (AHIR®). The Bronze and Silver awards are the first two levels of the NJAA Recognition Program that began in 1972. Junior Angus breeders must apply for the awards, and then meet point requirements in many areas of participation before receiving the honors.

Applicants are evaluated in areas of junior Angus association activities and leadership, participation in showmanship, contests and shows, using performance testing to improve their herd and their progress in producing and merchandising Angus cattle. The NJAA promotes the involvement of young people in raising Angus cattle, while also providing leadership and self-development opportunities for the nearly 6,000 active members nationwide.

KJAA has Hotel Room Block for NJAS

For families that attending the National Junior Angus Show and are interested , KJAA advisors Jerry and Tonya Thies have secured a block of rooms at the Comfort Inn & Suites Airport/Expo, 653 Phillips Lane, Louisville, KY, ask for the Kansas Angus block, (502)375-2233.Block rate is $87.00 per room, double queen. Please email Jerry and Tonya after you make your reservation so that they can track of the number of rooms. jerrytonyatheis@hughes.net.

Photos and Items need for KJAA Scrapbook

KJAA historian Lauren Herman needs the help of KJAA members to make the 2012 scrapbook complete. The flowing items are needed: Treasurer’s Report (for both January & June); Minutes (from Secretary for both January & June); Membership List; Advisor’s Pictures Any championship pictures from national shows .Show & activity articles ands photos. Email to: Lauren Herman, KJAA Historian 2011-2012.

4hshowgirl@yahoo.com.

Ks Jr. Angus Association OFFICER/DIRECTOR/ADVISOR

Application must be post marked, faxed or emailed by

May 25, 2012

Name__________________________ Age:________ Birth date___/____/___ Angus District:__________ County__________ Email __________________ Number of Years in KJAA_____ Phone__(______)___________________ Advisor Applicants—number of years involved with KJAA____ Previous KJAA offices held, director positions, committee chairman and committees served on:

Check or number( as to preference ) the office you are seeking.* _____ Advisor(s)- advise KJAA on activities. Offer assistance and guidance 3 yr term _____District director– Must be least 12 years old and not have served more than 2 consecutive years as a director. (unless circumstances deem otherwise) Responsible for awards sponsors and member recruitment in the district. ____Membership Director Promote KJAA , encourage and recruit new members ____ Historian—prepare scrapbook for NJAS competition ____Reporter submit news articles and KJAA stories to KAN. At least 3 per year. _____Treasurer Keep all accounts, responsible for all accounts receivable and payable.

Awards chairman , dues collection. _____Secretary Minutes of meetings, KJAA correspondence and membership list. _____Vice President Assists with all activities, chairman of NJAS Booth and Stalls. _____President Elect Contest chairman, oversees committees . Must have held executive office prior. _____President Responsible for meetings, serves as show chairman, responsible for committee appointments and all activities– previous president elect if eligible. and elected by majority vote

Why do you want to be an (officer/ director/adviser ) of the KJAA? What will you contribute?

Editor’s Pic– On the Cover Photo Contest- at the Preview Show

Rules & Guidelines All KJAA members are eligible to enter up to 4 photographs. Color or black and white Selected or winning photos become the property of the Ks Angus News and will not be returned. Photos must be either 4 x 6 or 5 x 7 and mounted on 81/2” x 11 poster board or card stock. ( no larger) Winning and selected photos may be used on the cover or within the Ks Angus News at the editor’s discretion. No compensation will be given for published photos. Photo credit will be given to the photographer.

The subject of all entries must pertain to Angus cattle or “Angus” people.

Photos will be divided into 5 categories upon entry for judging. Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall and Junior/Youth Angus Activities and members.

Judging criteria will include photo composition and overall impact of the photo. Remember: A good cover shot is vertical or portrait layout.

On the back of each entry print. Your name, City, and Photo location .Upon entry each participant will be asked to sign a photo release. Entries in the contest must be entered at the Preview Show on Friday , June 1 at by 10:30 am. If you are not attending the show and would like to enter mail your entries postmarked no later than May 25 to Ks Angus News, Anne Lampe, 5201 E Rd 110, Scott City, Ks 67871 Winners will be recognized and award presented in each category.

Please contact Anne Lampe, Ks Angus News, Editor if you have questions. kansasangus@wbsnet.org. 620-874-4273.

DO NOT add Pages.

KJAA officers ad directors serve a 1 year term Aug 1 To Aug 1.

Application will not be considered unless all questions completed and signed. In accordance with KJAA by laws a slate of officers will be presented to the membership by the nominating committee, if application for office/ director position is not received the nominating committee may solicit applicants. *Complete duties listed at www.kansasangus.org or can be requested by sending an email to kansasangus@wbsnet.org.

If elected, will you carry out all of the duties expected of your office?_________ Your Signature_______________________________date___________ Return by May 25 to: KJAA c/o Jason & Wendy Flory, advisors—1162 N 550 Rd, Baldwin City, Ks 66006 .wflory@sunflower.com . Fax 785-594-7442

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2012 Miss Kansas Angus

Chelsey Figge KJAA member , Chelsey Figge, Onaga was crowed the 2012 Miss Kansas Angus (MKA) during annual banquet of the Kansas Angus Association in January. Chelsey , a sophomore , at Onaga High School is the daughter of Keith and Beverly Figge. She has been a KJAA member since 2007 and has exhibited in state and national shows . At NJAS she has participated in cook-off, quiz bowl and poster contests. Chelsey will represent the KAA, KJAA and Auxiliary at shows, sales and events in 2012. The MKA program is sponsored by the Kansas Angus Auxiliary.

Kansas Junior Angus Association Minutes

The meeting of the Kansas Junior Angus Association was called to order by President Meghan Blythe on January 21, 2012 at the Kansas State Fairgrounds there were 52 members in attendance. The first time exhibitors to the Kansas Junior Angus Futurity Show were introduced as well as the new members to the KJAA. The minutes of the Annual meeting of the KJAA were approved as printed in the Kansas Angus News. The treasurer's report will be printed in the KAN. For other reports, Anne Lampe reminded the members that the Kansas Angus News is important to read for deadlines and entry information. She said we need to discuss our plans for shirts for the opening ceremonies for NJAS in Louisville, Kentucky.

Also we need to discuss fundraising to fund the shirts, or look into a sponsor.

Lauren Herman, historian, said she is working on pictures for the scrapbook.

She'll be going around taking pictures at the show. Meghan Blythe, chairman of the semen auction, said we have 8 lots to auction off at the banquet. She reminded us that the semen auction funds the Angus junior awards at the Kansas State Fair. Kenzie Flory is in charge of the state stall display at NJAS 2012. She said that the theme is a baseball theme. She plans a display with barn wood and baseballs. She'll be in touch as the year goes on to get items as needed. Esther McCabe is in charge of the mentoring program at our state and she has matched up mentors with protégés. They need to stay after the meeting for a picture and to meet each other. Also she said she has started a blog for the KJAA and will try to stay in touch with members that way. For the advisors report Wendy Flory reminded members that the deadline for submitting information to contests for NJAS is before our next meeting. Jason Flory congratulated the state on another sweepstakes win. He said to keep up the level of competition. Jerry and Tonya Theis will be finding a hotel that can have a block of rooms for Kansas at NJAS. If you are interested in staying with the Kansas block, contact them for more information. Meghan Blythe gave a NJAA report. She said to check your mail for the green book with rules and entry information for shows throughout the year.

There are some changes to the contests at NJAS including a video contest and some changes to the career development contest. In addition, the Nation Junior Board has implemented a new program that brings national board members out to the states. It is called Green Coats Coast to Coast. She said LEAD will be in Ft Collins, Colorado this year for middle school to high school aged juniors. There was no old business. Under new business, Allie Blythe and Tyler Ottensmeier turned in applications to be the voting delegates to the national junior board meeting. Anna Carpenter moved to accept those nominations and elect them by unanimous ballot. The motion was seconded and passed. We still need alternates, and if anyone is interested please contact Meghan. Jackson Wingert moved we make new t-shirts to wear for the opening ceremonies for NJAS. It was seconded and passed. Chelsea Figge, Tess and Blaine Steckline and Kenzie Flory will design shirts. For announcements Meghan said we have 144 head entered for the show and remember it starts at 9 am. We follow official AAA rules on colorant and sprays. Also remember the dress code states you wear a tucked in collared shirt in the ring. She said to mark your calendars for the Preview Show on June 1-2, 2012. Evan Woodbury moved to adjourn. It was seconded and carried. Respectfully submitted by, Trenton Blythe, KJAA secretary (approval pending) .

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What the Angus Industry Means to Me

by 2012 Moore Scholarship Winner - Tanner Rayl My love of cattle (Angus in particular!) has certainly influenced my plans for the future. I have many goals in life and almost every aspect of them involve Angus cattle. Let me tell you about my history and goals and describe how they relate to Angus cattle. When I was ten years old I began researching cattle. You see, we didn’t have any cattle on our farm, and it was my strong desire to acquire some. My research immediately led me to the Angus breed. At age twelve, having finally convinced my parents, I made arrangements with a local Angus breeder and purchased two cow/calf pairs of registered Angus cattle. I bought these cattle with money I had earned myself, mostly from the sale of my 4-H lambs. I negotiated the prices with the breeder and chose the cattle myself. Little did I realize the positive and lasting impact that deal would have on my entire future! Throughout these past ten years, I have had numerous experiences with these Angus cattle. I give most of my own vaccinations, and I took a class to learn how to artificially inseminate and have bred my own cattle now for the past 5 years. I have a fairly good A. I. rate, averaging about 75% success. My herd has grown to thirty head. I market the bulls locally to a breeder and raise three to four steers annually, selling the beef to neighbors and friends. I have a fairly consistent customer base for the beef, with most being repeat customers. The older cows will usually be sold at one of the local sale barns. I sold a cow/calf pair at the Kansas Angus Futurity Sale four years ago. I halter break the heifers and show them through organizations such as 4-H, Kansas Junior Angus Association, National Junior Angus Association and the Kansas Junior Livestock Association. I have also exhibited at the National Western Stock Show in Denver, North American International Livestock Expo and the American Royal. I have participated in livestock judging through both 4-H and FFA and have judged at the state level in both of these organizations. I have also judged cattle through both the Kansas and the National Junior Angus Associations. I have also attended numerous Angus shows and many LEAD (Leaders Engaged in Angus Development) Conferences through which I have met many friends and learned to network with other cattle farms and industries. For many years now I have aspired to be a large animal veterinarian. I’m not sure whether caring for my Angus cattle led me toward this goal or if the desire to become a veterinarian prompted me to beg my parents for Angus cattle so many years ago! I am currently a sophomore at Hutchinson Community College majoring in pre-veterinary medicine and have been accepted to Kansas State University in the same major. While at HCC I have been active in Collegiate Farm Bureau serving as vice-president last year and president of my chapter this year. I am also active in the HCC Block and Bridle organization. I have shadowed many local veterinarians over the past three years. Upon completion of school and becoming a veterinarian, I intend to work with large animals, Angus cattle in particular, perhaps specializing in reproductive medicine. Whatever the direction the future holds for me, I know that it will without a doubt be filled with Angus cattle. The lessons I have learned and the friends I have made will benefit me throughout my life. I intend to maintain and increase my herd of registered Angus cattle. Perhaps someday I will be teaching my own children about Angus cattle, helping them to acquire the valuable life skills I have gained through my experiences with Angus.

My association with Angus cattle will persist throughout my life, of that I am certain!

Note: Tanner Rayl was the recipient of the 2012 $1000 Kenneth and Lorene Moore Scholarship administered by the Kansas Angus Auxiliary. The Moore scholarship is awarded annually to one outstanding Kansas Junior Angus Association member who is a sophomore in college. Applicants must complete an application and submit an essay describing Angus involvement and accomplishments.

52nd Annual Northeast Kansas Junior Angus Show Atchison County Fairgrounds, Effingham, KS June 9, 2012 Check in by 9:30 a.m.

Show begins at 10 a.m. ♦ Pre entry required! Entries must be postmarked by June 4, 2012

 ENTRY/BEDDING FEE $8 PER HEAD ♦ NO LATE ENTRIES ACCEPTED Bedding fee payable with entry. Bedding and stall must be cleaned at show completion.

Note: This show is open to any youth under 21. Angus heifers must be registered in the member’s name. Bulls must be bred and owned and registered by the member.

EXHIBITOR:__________________________________ PHONE:________________ AGE:_________DOB _________

AAA MEMBER CODE:_____________________

ADDRESS:_____________________________City___________________Zip________ Number of head entered ____ x $8 = $_____ due with entry.($5 entry fee + $3 head bedding fee)Make check to NE Ks JR Angus. *One member per form please

Class #

Animal Name

Registration #

Tattoo

Showmanship

Yes

Age :

As of 1/1/12

No

Date of Birth

*Large classes may be broken at the time of the show.

Class # 1 2 3 4 5 6 7

Description Owned Heifers: Jan. 1, 2012 to Feb. 29, 2012 Owned Heifers: Sept. 1, 2011 to Dec. 31, 2011 Owned Heifers: May 1, 2011 to Aug. 31, 2011 Owned Heifers: Jan. 1, 2011 to April 30, 2011 Owned Heifers: Sept 1, 2010 to Dec. 31, 2010 Bred and Owned Heifers: (same class breaks as owned) Cow/Calf: Cow must be owned by exhibitor with most recent natural calf born at side.

8 Bred and Owned Bulls (Must be born after Jan. 1, 2011) 9 Registered Angus Steers and commercial purebred Angus steers 10 Predominantly Black Cross Steers 11 Showmanship: Junior (7-10) 12 Showmanship: Intermediate (11-15) 13 Showmanship: Senior (16-21) Please return entries to Cody Theis, 34326 169TH ST , Leavenworth, Ks 66048 An entry fee of $5 per HEAD entry fee and $3 per head bedding fee is due with each exhibitor’s entry form. A meeting and pizza party (donation only) will follow the show. Entries may be mailed or given to Cody at the KJAA Preview Show by June 4.

Kansas Junior Angus members led 101 entries at the 2012 Kansas Angus Futurity Junior Show, Jan. 22 in Hutchinson, Kan. Brent Murphy, Houstonia, Mo., evaluated the 58 owned females, 23 bred-and-owned females, seven bred-and-owned bulls, two cow-calf pair, and 11 steers before naming champions. Grubbs Miss Newsbreak 111 was named grand champion owned female after first winning junior calf champion. Eva Hinrichsen, Westmoreland, Kan., owns the March 2011 daughter of B C Lookout 7024. Bar S Pride 1607 claimed reserve grand champion owned female honors. Grady Dickerson, Paradise, Kan., owns the April 2011 daughter of B C Lookout 7024. She first won the reserve junior calf champion title. MacKenzie Flory, Baldwin City, Kan., led May-Way Primrose 113 to grand champion bred-and-owned female honors. The March 2011 daughter of S A V Bismarck 5682 first won junior calf champion. Avf Blackcap 5670 won the reserve grand champion bred-and-owned female title after being selected as senior calf champion. Cody Theis, Leavenworth, Kan., owns the November 2010 daughter of Limestone Jupiter U449. May-Way Bismarck 057 claimed grand champion bred-and-owned bull honors. MacKenzie Flory, Baldwin City, Kan., owns the October 2010 son of S A V Bismarck 5682. AVF Iron Mountain 9081 was selected as the reserve grand champion bred-and-owned bull. Cody Theis, Leavenworth, Kan., owns the February 2011 son of S A V Iron Mountain 8066. Jackson Wingert, Ottawa, Kan., showed the grand champion cow-calf pair. McCurry Miss Wix 9081 is an October 2009 daughter of Marands M-W Assassin 518.

Her calf is a September 2011 daughter of S A V Final Answer 0035. EXAR Forever Lady 81410 claimed reserve grand champion cow-calf pair. Britt Bair, Hutchinson, Kan., owns the September 2008 daughter of BT Crossover 758N. A December 2011 heifer calf sired by DB Lookout W350 completes the winning pair. Bar S New Day 1578 claimed grand champion steer honors. Grady Dickerson, Paradise, Kan., owns the April 2011 son of Msar New Day 2525. Tanner Hite, Valley Center, Kan., led HDCC Jack Sparrow to the reserve grand champion steer title. He is a February 2011 son of EXAR Pit Boss 409._release by American Angus Association.

Grand Champion Bred-and-Owned Bull & Supreme Champion. May-Way Bismarck 057. MacKenzie Flory, Baldwin City.

Grand Champion Steer: Bar S New Day 1578 Grady Dickerson, Paradise.

Grand Champion Owned Female: Grubbs Miss Newsbreak 111 Eva Hinrichsen, Westmoreland.

Grand Champion Bred-and-Owned Female: May-Way Primrose 113 MacKenzie Flory, Baldwin City.

Champion: Dalton Hook, Lyndon.

Reserve Champion: Dalton Hook, Lyndon.

Champion Angus based pred. black X steer: Cody Theis, Leavenworth.

Grand Champion Cow-Calf: McCurry Miss Wix 9081. Jackson Wingert, Ottawa.

Reserve Grand Champion Bredand-Owned Bull: AVF Iron Mountain 9081 Cody Theis, Leavenworth.

Division Winners

Reserve Grand Champion Owned Female: Bar S Bride 1607 Grady Dickerson, Paradise.

Reserve Grand Champion Bred-andOwned Female: Avf Blackcap 5670 Cody Theis, Leavenworth.

Showmanship winners

Senior

Reserve Grand Champion Steer: HDCC Jack Sparrow Tanner Hite, Valley Center.

Reserve Champion Angus based pred. black X steer. Blane Steckline, Garden Plain.

Intermediate Reserve Grand Champion Cow-Calf: EXAR Forever Lady 81410 Britt Bair, Hutchinson.

Junior

PeeWee

Photos by Matt Caldwell & Anne Lampe

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OWNED HEIFERS Summer Heifer Calf Champion: Sankeys Empress 130 Exhibitor: Lauren Herman, Kingman.

Reserve Summer Heifer Calf Champion: McCurry Blackcap 1114. Exhibitor: Claire Wingert, Ottawa.

Junior Heifer Calf Champion: Grubbs Miss Newsbreak 111 Exhibitor: Eva Hinrichsen, Westmoreland.

Reserve Late Junior Heifer Calf Champion: Bar S Bride 1607 Exhibitor: Grady Dickerson, Paradise.

Senior Heifer Calf Champion: Taf Royal Lady 1102 Exhibitor: Colten Banks, Effingham.

Reserve Senior Heifer Calf Champion: R&L CH Miss Q9 0069 Exhibitor: Cale Hinrichsen, Westmoreland..

Intermediate Champion Heifer: Dameron Lass 0194 Exhibitor: Eva Hinrichsen, Westmoreland.

Junior Champion Heifer: PVF ALL Pride 0047 Exhibitor: Hannah McCabe, Elk City.

Reserve Junior Champion Heifer: Twin Falls Ever Lady TF06 Exhibitor: Blane Steckline, Garden Plain.

BRED-AND-OWNED HEIFERS Junior Heifer Calf Champion: May-Way Primrose 113 Exhibitor: MacKenzie Flory, Baldwin City.

Reserve Junior Heifer Calf Champion: AVF Sara 7441 Exhibitor: Cody Theis, Leavenworth.

Summer Heifer Calf Champion: Sankeys LS Lady 011 Exhibitor: Luke Sankey, Andale.

Reserve Summer Heifer Calf Champion: WFQ Primrose Y84 Exhibitor: Morgan Woodbury, Quenemo.

Senior Heifer Calf Champion: Avf Blackcap 5670 Exhibitor: Cody Theis, Leavenworth.

Reserve Senior Heifer Calf Champion: R&L CH Miss Q9 0069 Exhibitor: Cale Hinrichsen.

Showmanship Winners Senior: 1st– Cody Theis . 2nd– Ryan Hall Intermediate: 1st– Claire Wingert. 2nd– Esther McCabe Junior: 1st– Ethan Dickerson. 2nd– Luke Prill PeeWee: 1st– Jace Dickerson. 2nd– Tyler Hommertzheim.

Junior Challenge Award 2012 Sponsored by the Kansas Angus Auxiliary ● Application deadline (postmark) Friday, May 25, 2012 Objective: To promote and award educational and leadership activities within the Angus and beef industries for members of the Kansas Junior Angus Association Rules:1. Must be a member of the Kansas Junior Angus Association and the National Junior Angus Association.

2. Points awarded for activities & awards received between May 23, 2011 and May 25 2012 ONLY. Total each category on line provided , complete Grand Total.

3. This is an annual award. One award given. A junior member may only receive the award one time. 4. Do not add pages except where indicated in sections C, D , E & K . One extra sheet required if submitting points for *C, D, E., K 5. You must be exhibiting an ANGUS to receive showmanship points. To receive points in judging, beef cattle must be part of the contest. Speeches or talks must pertain to Angus or beef industry. 6. In the event of a tie, the tie will be broken in Category D, NJAS Contests.

7. Application must be postmarked/faxed by May 23, 2011. Mail to KAA Auxiliary, Varee McCabe 6087 CR 1950, Elk City, KS 67344, stocky2678@yahoo.com

Name:___________________________________________ Address____________________City_________________KS ______ Phone:__________________________________Email:_______________________________________ GRAND Are you a member of the KJAA?_______ NJAA member code:__________ Birthdate_____/_____/______ TOTAL:___________ Please total points by category in line provided on right.

4. 4-H/FFA Contest (ex. speech): A. Showmanship Points Participant . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 1 pt.

1. NJAS contest C4. ________ National 1st-5th. . . . . . . . . .. 10 Participant . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 5 pts.

State 1st-3rd . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 8 Hon. Mention ...........................6 Co/Dist/Reg.. 1st-2nd. . . . . . . . .. 6 Finalist..................................... 10 Team and Individual A1. _______ *D. National Junior Angus Show Contests Top 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 12 ( list all on separate page, include contest name and placing– required) 2. NJAA Regiona1/Reg. Preview 1. Participant. . . . . . . . .. . .. 3 pts.

Participant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 3 pts.

2. Placings: 3rd to 10th . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 7 D1.______ 1st - . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 10 A2._______ 1st - 2nd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ….. 8 D2.______ 2nd……………………..9 3. Other Showmanship 3rd . . . . . . . . . . . ……... 8 National: *E. KJAA Contests - Preview Show Sales Talk, Quiz, a. 3rd to 10th ........................... 7 pts A3a.______ Speech, Ext. Speech (list all on separate page, include contest name 1st-2nd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 8 and placing– required. ) b. State: E1._____ 1. Participant . . . . . . . . . . . . ... 3 pts.

3rd - 10th ...............................6 E2._____ A3b.______ 2. Placings: 1st-2nd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 8 1st. .. .. . .. . . . .. . . . . . . .. 6 c. District/County: Limit 5 contests.

2nd………………………..5 3rd to 10th ..............................5 A3c.______ 3rd - 5th . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 3 1st-2nd. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 7 B. Judging Contests F. NJAA Awards-year(s) received____ F. _______ 1. Team/Ind Participation Bronze . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 8 pts.

National. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 4 pts.

Silver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 10 State. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 3 B1.______ G. NJAA _LEAD Conference &/or _Raising the Bar County/District ........... . . . . . ... 2 G.________ Participant.-National. . . . . . . . . . .. 5 pts.

2. Team Placings Regional ……………….3 National Ist-5th. . . . . . . . . .. 8 pts.

B2.______ H. Leadership– Offices-Directors State 1st-5th. . . . . . . . . . . . .. 6 Co/ H1.______ 1. KJAA Dist Ist-3rd . . . . . . . . . . .. 5 Officer -Office :____________ ……..5 3. Individual Placing Director -District :___________ ………3 National 1st-10th. . . . . . . . .. 10 pts.

Committee Chairperson or Co- Chair…….3 B3.______ State1st-1Oth............................8 Committee(s) :_____________________ Co/Dist Ist-3rd................ . . . .. 6 2. Other LIVESTOCK or BEEF club (not H2.______

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*C. 4-H or FFA - Beef AWARDS or Contests (non-showing/judging) 4-H community club or FFA Chapter Example Section C. List and describe 4-H or FFA Beef Awards ,contests , speech KJLA, 4-H Livestock Club, District Angus Assn.)

Officer/Director - Office :_______ …..3 topics on separate sheet. Required. Total points on this page.

Committee Chairman: ________......…..2 1. County/Chapter Beef Award (ex. Record Book, Proficiency) 1st. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 6 pts.

C1._______ I. Miss Kansas Angus ....................... 5 pts 2. District/Regional Beef Award (ex. Record Book, Proficiency) Ambassador.................................. 3 1st. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 8 C2. _______

I.______

J.______ J. NJAA State Voting Delegate………5 pts 3. State/National Beef Award (ex. Record Book, Proficiency) K.______ 1st. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 10 C3. ______ *K. Beef and Angus Promotion or Education ( 3 pts. per Speech, clinic, talk you gave to youth or adult groups Must submit venue , topic /title and description of audience)

2012

Premier Junior Exhibitor Award Application

1. Must be a member of the Kansas Junior Angus Association 2. Must show registered Angus breeding cattle 3. Commercial & registered ANGUS steers can be included if rule 2 is complied by 4. Points limited to 2 shows per category in (A, B, C) total 6 shows ; 3 shows in ( D, E, F, G) total 12 shows . Where both junior & open shows are held, both shows may count as one (example: Kansas State Fair, NWSS) 5. Maximum of 4 breeding animals per show, 2 ANGUS steers

POINT SYSTEM SHOWS: A. Local shows; county fairs. ( 1 county represented) B. District Jr. Angus Show, Any multi-county (exhibitors from more than 3 counties) spring show or district show; any multi county fair (more than 3 counties represented) or show.

C. Kansas Beef Expo, KSU AGR/BB Show, other state Beef Expo D. KJAA Summer Show, Kansas Angus Futurity JR Show, Kansas State Fair, Kansas Junior Livestock Show, Other State Fair E. National Junior Angus Regional Preview Shows, Any American Angus ROV Show (not listed in F) F. American Royal, National Western Stock Show, North American International, Arizona National, Atlantic National G. Eastern Regional NJAA Show, Western Regional Junior Angus Show (Reno), National Junior Angus Show.

Award sponsored by Kansas Angus Auxiliary. Send entries to: Kansas Angus Auxiliary, Varee McCabe 6087 CR 1950, Elk City, KS 67344, stocky2678@yahoo.com .

6. Extra points are given in shows with a specific bred & owned category. Add 5 points to placing points, if placing is in a designated bred & owned Angus show (example: 2nd place B&O in category D, 30 points).

7. Points for this application apply to shows from May 23, 2011 to May 25, 2012. Use this form only, 1 additional page for show list may be added.

8. Entries due/postmarked to award chairman by May 25, 2012

9. One award given, tie broken on Category G POINTS (bred & owned see rule #6) A

B

C

D

E

F/G

Class Winner

10

15

25

30

45

50

2nd in Class 3rd in Class 4th in Class Division Champion Div. Reserve Champion Grand Champion Res. Grand Champion

5 3 3 10 5 10 5

10 5 3 10 5 15 10

20 15 10 10 5 20 15

25 20 15 20 15 30 25

40 35 30 30 25 50 45

45 35 30 35 30 50 45

Example: Class winner, div, champ and res. grand in F: 50+35+45=130

Name __

Age

Complete Address City, St, Zip Years in KJAA

Phone

Have you won this award previous?

Note rules 5 Please use this form only, 1 additional page for Deadline is May#4 23,&2011. show listCategory may be added.- please total points for each category on this form.

Show Show

Name of AnimaIs(s)

Sex

Reg #s

Name of Show(s)

Placing(s)

Points

A 2 shows max.

B. 2 shows max.

C 2 shows max.

D. 3 shows max.

E. 3 shows max.

F. 3 shows max.

G. 3 shows max.

Application DEADLINE Ma y 25, 2012, Award Presented at KJAA Preview Show Picnic

TOTAL_____

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Kansas Angus Auxiliary Spring has arrived, bringing with it warmer weather and green grass. Things are blooming, showing off their “Sunday duds”. The pace of life this time of year seems to speed up, keeping everyone on the go. Keep your calendars marked for the Jr Preview Show, June 1st and 2nd at Hutchinson, KS. Lots of contests will take place, some for the preparation of the National Junior Angus Show, July 1821, 2012, at Louisville, KY. Also, at the Preview Show, the Premier Junior Exhibitor Award and the Challenge Award will be presented. The applications are included in this Kansas Angus News on pages 13 & 14. Please plan to attend the Auxiliary meeting while at the Preview Show on Friday June 1 at 4:30 pm. Come and share your ideas. We would love to have you there.

May you enjoy the beauty of this season.

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Minutes-The Kansas Angus Auxiliary Meeting was called to order by President Varee McCabe. Each Member in attendance introduced themselves. The President asked for a motion to approve the minutes of the last meeting that were printed in the Kansas Angus News. Anne Lampe moved to accept, Karen Santee seconded and approved by members. Officer's reports: Correspondence update was given by Varee McCabe. She read a thank you from Lauren Hermann. The treasurer report was presented by Lori Fink of current balances. See handouts. Wendy Flory moved for the treasury report to be accepted, Shari Sankee seconded the motion, member approved. Lori Fink also reminded the group that State and National Angus Auxiliary dues need to be paid. Karen Santee presented the reporters report. Committee Reports: Miss Kansas Angus update was given by Anne Lampe. Miss Kansas Angus, Ester McCabe gave a presentation of her past year as Miss Kansas Angus. Anne Lampe thanked all the sponsors of Miss Kansas Angus. Chelsea Figge gave a presentation on her experiences in the Kansas Junior Angus Association. She is a Sophomore at Onaga High School. Miss Figge was selected by the Auxiliary as the new Miss Kansas Angus. Melissa Cozzitorto gave the hospitality update, and thanked everyone for bringing refreshments. The Ways and Means committee report was given by Mary McCurry; the Auxiliary purchased plates and platters for sale at thirty dollars each. There are also 4 canisters at fifty dollars each. The Scholarships report was given by Shelly Janssen. The deadline for Senior Scholarships is April 15, 2012. Lynne Hinrichsen, Regional Director, reported on the National Angus Auxillary. She stated that the O'Neills have donated a heifer that was auctioned to help with the National Scholarship Fund. She also stated that 20 ladies will be selected to attend a Women's Conference in St. Joseph, MO. the second weekend of April. Anne Lampe, AAAx President, gave a report on the upcoming Louisville, KY Show in November 2012. The Kansas Angus Auxiliary will host a breakfast in honor of the AAAx current President, Anne Lampe. A committee was selected to host the breakfast. The following volunteered to serve on the committee: Mary McCurry, Shari Sankee, Lynne Hinrichsen, and Lori Fink. Old/Unfinished Business: The proposed by law changes, printed in the November/ December Kansas Angus News were voted on by the Auxiliary. The proposed changes were adopted by the Auxiliary. New Business: A nominating committee for upcoming officer selection will consist of volunteers. Anne Lampe and Wendy Flory volunteered to serve on the committee. Karen Santee moved to adjourn the meeting, the motion was seconded by Wendy Flory. (approval pending) Submitted by Jackie Ottensmeier

Thank you to all the Kansas Angus members for their support of our sale. The high selling bull sold to the Cross L Ranch at Sedan and was sired by Iron Mountain out of a Predestined daughter. We have an excellent selection of private treaty bulls that will be available throughout the spring.

Randy

Women Connect during Angus Conference

The American Angus Auxiliary hosts an educational event for women across the nation.

In celebration of its 60th anniversary, the American Angus Auxiliary recently held the “Women Connected” Conference in Saint Joseph, Mo. Women involved in the cattle business, from throughout the country, joined together to engage with one another, empower Seated – Susan Pelton, Sam McDonnell, Chris McGarraugh, Carla Malson, leadership abilities and educate Danyal Coon, Rachel Frost, Sheyna Strommen, Barbara Etteredge. Second themselves about current industry Row – Mary K Vejraska, Lynne Hinrichsen, Heather Bear, Sandy Carmichael, topics. “We brought together such a Suzy Hebbert, Martha Holshouser, Marlene Dukehart, Cortney Holshouser, diverse group of women involved in Anne Patton Schubert. Third Row – Anne Lampe, Emily Tennant, Marsha not only the Angus industry, but also Corbin, Judy Brown, Carla Jurgenson, Christy Perdue, Beverly Figge, Cortney the entire agriculture sector,” says Hill-Dukehart Cates. Fourth Row – Leslie Mindemann, Lezlie Halladay, Suzy Graven, Myrna Sharpe, Iva Maier.

Anne Lampe, Auxiliary president. “The conference gave these women the chance to learn more about agriculture, themselves and their abilities to be advocates for the industry.” Twenty-nine women from 15 states traveled to the Midwest for the weekend, April 14-16. They heard from a variety of speakers, participated in interactive workshops, and further developed leadership and teambuilding skills.

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Connect Opening keynote speaker Suzy Graven, life and business strategy coach, spoke with participants about women’s influence on the American West. They also heard from Lampe about the history and mission of the American Angus Auxiliary and the Angus Foundation, and their common goals of supporting Angus education, youth and research. Debbie Lyons-Blythe, Angus rancher from White City, Kan., shared advocacy tips for connecting with consumers and other women outside of the industry. The American Angus Association®’s public relations department also presented on how to navigate social media and take powerful photos for farm and ranch marketing. Participant Danyal Coon, Rockport, Mo., is a member of the National Beef Speakers Bureau and says the social media advocacy portion of the conference better equipped her to share agriculture’s story. “There is so much knowledge floating around out there, and with the information I was able to learn during the conference, I will be able to dig a lot deeper into my ag-advocacy blog and really be able to tell agriculture’s real story,” Coon says. “Ranching is not just a job, it’s a lifestyle, and the only way we can connect is to put a face to the industry.”

Later in the conference, Marcy Heim, founder of The Artful Asker, shared techniques to empower participants as leaders in the beef industry. Heim also presented methods to encourage others to invest in organizational development.

Participant Carla Malson of Parma, Idaho, says the information she received from the conference won’t just stay in St. Joseph. “No matter what region the participants were from in the United States, we had more similarities than differences,” Malson says. “I am really fired up to take new ideas from the speakers and other attendees back and fine tune them for my region and organizations.” The conference concluded April 16 with a tour and informative breakout sessions of the Association and Angus Productions Inc. “At the end of the day, we were all excited about the knowledge everyone was walking away with,” Lampe says. “We are excited to see the impact these women will bring to the industry.” Visit www.angusauxiliary.com for more information or to join the American Angus Auxiliary.

KS Angus Auxiliary Leaders President -Varee McCabe …….. 620.633.5303 Vice President- Karen Santee….620.596.2532 Secretary-Jackie Ottensmeier …..913.796-6994 Treasurer- Lori Fink……. 785.532.8171 Reporter– Megin Gaede….620.802.1482 Past V. President/Advisor- Sandy Lundgren .. 785.878.3630 Hospitality Chairman– Melissa Cozzitorto Miss Ks Angus Program Chairman– Anne Lampe Ways & Means Chairman– Mary McCurry Scholarship Committee 2012– Chairman: Shelly Janssen; Lynne Hinrichsen, Rhonda McCurry

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