Hampshire Heartbeat - 2022 Fall Edition

HAMPSHIRE Heartbeat

CONTENTS

Calendar Of Events

A list of upcoming Hampshire events.

President’s Message Updates from Ted Van Horn.

2022 Donors

Hampshire supporters for the All-American Junior Show, AJHSA, and AJHSA Scholarship Fund.

National Sale Champions

The Hampshire Sale Champions from 2022.

Call To The 133rd Meeting

Notes for the 133rd Annual Meeting of the AHSA.

Summer Internship Application Application for internship with the AHSA

Futurity Nominations

List of nominations for the Futurity in 2022.

AHSA Lifetime Members

A list of lifetime members to the AHSA.

New Senior Members

A list of the new senior members from June to September.

ASI Nominations

ASI Awards accepting nominations through November. Wool LDP Available

New program from the U.S. Department of Agriculture offering program to provide assistance for wool producers.

Article By Clay Elliott, Ph.D.

“Managing Urinary Calculi in Sheep” by Purina Animal Nutrition’s sheep and goat nutritionist.

All American Junior Show

The champions from the 2022 All American Junior Show.

State Hampshire Associations

Contact information for state associations.

AHSA Board of Director Elections

Candidates for the AHSA Board of Director Elections.

Registration Amnesty

Information about AHSA’s registration amnesty.

Official Publication of the American Hampshire Sheep Association 420A Lincoln P.O. Box 231 Wamego, Kansas 66547 Ph: 785-456-8500 Fax: 785-456-8599 asregistry@gmail.com • www.hampshires.org

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AHSA Board of Directors

President: Ted Van Horn

Vice President: Jason Mumm DistriCt 1 - Dina King, CA (707) 322-3469 - dinamking@hotmail.com 2nd term expires 2024 DistriCt 2 - Jesse Robins, UT (949) 382-8992 - jessg.robbins@gmail.com 1st term expires 2023 DistriCt 3- Bart Cardwell, OK (580) 716-2550 - bart.cardwell@noc.edu 1st term expires 2022 DistriCt 4 - Philip Thomas, SD (605) 759-0574 - thomashamps605@gmail.com

1st term expires 2022

DistriCt 5 - Ted Van Horn, KS (620) 285-9486 - vanhorn@gbta.net 2nd term expires 2024 DistriCt 6 - Doug McAllister, OH (937) 533-0783 - alphaomegafarms@gmail.com 1st term expires 2023

DistriCt 7 - Billy Zack Taylor, KY (270) 519-2235 - taylorstockfarm@gmail.com

1st term expires 2024

DistriCt 8 - Katelyn Parsons, MA (413) 387-2726 - katelyn@mfbf.net

2nd term expires 2022

At lArge - Steve Majchrzak, MD (410)-463-5476 - steve.hoffmanirrigation@gmail.com

term expires 2024

- Derick Miller, tx (806) 239-3670 - millerpecanfarms@gmail.com

Greetings from your President

Dear Hampshire Breeders,

Here in my part of Kansas, we have had three straight days of over 100 degrees– and it is the middle of September. We sure could use some moisture to help with the winter wheat as it is too late for the non irrigated crops in my area.

Recently, I made trips to the Nebraska and Kansas State Fairs. I always enjoy seeing old friends and making new ones. I love seeing these young and old faces and hearing about all the happenin’s in the sheep world. A personal highlight of mine was talking with an 83 year-old producer from Oklahoma who had sold all of his sheep, yet came to the Kansas State Fair just to see friends and tell stories. Now that’s what I call friendship, and I might even go as far to say–family. There’s nothing better than enjoying the camaraderie with these folks and looking at good livestock, too.

I must say, I was impressed with the quality of the Hampshire sheep shown in both the State fairs, and it was a good reminder of why I’m so proud to be in this industry.

However, while this industry is a great source of joy in my life, I am reminded that we must also take great care and pride as its representatives. I recently heard a story of a producer buying a high-dollar ram to improve his flock. The ram was taken home and bred to his ewes. The producer did have several ewes from the same flock the ram originated from. The buyer was proud of his decision, and looking forward to stepping up his flock quality. The first lambs out of the sellers ewe and bucks were a disappointment for the producer as the lambs came out speckled face. The producer was not satisfied and was soon out of the sheep business.

This is an example we must avoid. We have people excited about Hampshires. We must promote our Hampshire sheep exactly how they are. We do not need people quitting the sheep or Hampshire business because they feel lied to or manipulated into buying something that was represented truthfully; this should be our utmost priority. It is important that the pride we take in this industry is reflected in the quality of our livestock. As always, the board appreciates any input or ideas you have! Please feel free to reach out to your director or me.

Ted Van Horn AHSA President

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DEADLINES

Winter Issue: January 15th Spring Issue: May 1st Fall Issue: September 15th

AHSADONORS 2022

PLEASE JOIN US IN RECOGNIZING OUR HAMPSHIRE SUPPORTERS

ALL-AMERICAN JUNIOR SHOW

Ebert Sheep Farm

Held’s Hampshires

Rundel Livestock

Harms Show Lambs

Burns-Hale Livestock

Hickman’s Hampshires

NOC Sheep Center

Bobendrier Hampshires

Edge Club Lambs

Mumm Hampshires

Summey Family Farm

Ted Van horn

Char-land Farms

AMERICAN JUNIOR HAMPSHIRE SHEEP ASSOCIATION

Held’s Hampshires

Rundel Livestock

Burns-Hale Livestock

Hickman’s Hampshires

Bobendrier Hampshires

Erin Halleran

Edge Club Lambs

Mumm Hampshires

King Diamond Ranch

AMERICAN JUNIOR HAMPSHIRE SHEEP ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP FUND

Held’s Hampshires

Massera Farms

Karberville Farms & Ranch

Burns-Hale Livestock Hickman’s Livestock

Bobendrier Hampshires

Erin Halleran

Edge Club Lambs Mumm Hampshires

Longview Farm

King Diamond Ranch

Tesconi Farms

McCandlish Hampshires

MARCH EWE LAMB

This popular March ewe lamb was 1st at the Iowa State Fair and 2nd at Minnesota. She was sired by Niemeier 901 and is out of “Blanco”, a beautiful ewe from Tyler’s line that was in our 2016 and 2017 show flocks. See “Gwen” at the national show!

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National Hampshire Sale Champions

Champion Wether Dam Miller Hampshires, Texas

Reserve Champion Wether Dam Johnson Family Showstock, Wisconsin

Champion Wether Sire Miller Hampshires, Texas

Reserve Champion Wether Sire Miller Hampshires, Texas

Champion Ewe Rabbit Creek Sheep Farm, Nevada

Reserve Champion Ewe Alf Hampshires, Wisconsin

Champion Ram Person Livestock Company, Illinois

Reserve Champion Ram Peterson Sheep Co., South Dakota

Call to the 1 33rd Annual Meeting of the American Hampshire Sheep Association

The 133rd Annual Meeting of the American Hampshire Sheep Association is hereby called to meet Monday, November 14, 202 2 6:30pm at the North American Livestock Exposition in Louisville, Kentucky.

The Purpose of the Annual Meeting will be to elect Directors from Districts 3, 4 and 8 as well as one At Large Director and to transact any other business which may come before the Association. Election of Officers (President, Vice President, and Executive Committee) shall be made by the Board of Directors, following the Annual Meeting . These newly elected officers and the Executive Committee shall serve for one year, or until the next Annual Meeting.

A Ballot will be mailed to you for your convenience, should you b e unable to attend in person, as set forth in Article XVI of the constitution. Exercise your rights and take advantage of the ballot to fulfill your responsibility as a member of the AHSA. Please follow the instructions on the ballot so your vote will be valid. Ballots must be postmarked by November 5th.

Directors Whose Terms Expire:

District 3: Bart Cardwell, OK (served 1 term, eligible for re election)

District 4: Philip Thomas, SD (served 1 term, eligible for re election)

District 8: Katelyn Parsons, MA (served 2 terms, eligible for re election)

At Large: Derick Miller, TX (served 3 terms, ineligible for re election)

Only Senior/Active Members residing in the districts up for election may vote for a Director in their District.

All Senior/Active Members may vote for the At Large Director. An active member is defined as a member of the AHSA who has paid dues in the last 24 months.

Minutes of the Annual Meeting will be mailed upon request only.

Annual Meeting will be held on Monday, November 14, 2022.

North American International Livestock Exposition Schedule of Hampshire Events:

Junior Breeding Sheep Showmanship Friday, November 11th 8:00 AM

Junior Market Lamb Showmanship Friday, November 1 1th 4:00 PM

Lead Line Contest Friday, November 11 th 5:00 PM

National Junior Hampshire Wether Show Saturday, November 12th 8:00 AM

National Junior Hampshire Show Saturday, November 12th 9:00 AM following Oxfords and Cheviots

National Hampshire Show – Tuesday, November 15th – 9:00 AM following Cheviots

Respectfully,

Jeff Ebert, Executive Secretary

American Hampshire Sheep Association

Application for Summer Internship

The below application is for individuals who are interested in applying to work as a summer intern for the American Hampshire Sheep Association. The approximate start date would be May 15th and approximate ending date would be August 1st. This is a paid internship and some travel might be required. Ideally, the successful applicant will work for 10 12 weeks and help with seasonal registry work and other duties of the AHSA office. App lications will be accepted until February 15, 202 3. Phone interviews will be conducted prior March 1st and the job offer will be made soon thereafter. The job location is at the AHSA office in Wamego, Kansas. Application and current resume can be emailed t o asregistry@gmail.com or mailed to AHSA, PO Box 231, Wamego, KS 66547. If you have questions call Jeff Ebert at 785 456 8500.

Name:

Phone: ________________________ Address:

Email Address: __________________________________ Year in School: __________________

Give a brief background on your agriculture experiences, including with sheep and then spe cifically with registered sheep?

Why do you want to work as a summer intern for the American Hampshire Sheep Association?

What experiences do you hope to gain by serving the AHSA as a summer intern?

Do you have any extra talents that would assist the AHSA office (For example, livestock photography or design and layout of brochures?)

Would you be available to travel to shows and sales if needed by the AHSA secretary?

Do you have any potential summer conflicts during June or July, 202 3?

What could be your earliest start date and latest end date if you were offered this position?

Please use additional pages as necessary.

King Diamond Ranch

What a cute PUPPY, can we keep her?

YES, I THINK WE WILL!

Supreme Champion Ewe - California State Fair

King Diamond Ranch 216 - “Princess Puppy” Sired by Lambert 20-06 “Upswing” and dammed by KDR 83 “Delaney”. Champion Ewe in three of four California State Fair appearances.

David Cook: “This ewe was extreme in only one aspect... she was EXTREMELY COMPLETE.” ... “I suggest it is harder to make a really complete animal because you are forced to spend the selection pressure within your breeding program on multiple traits instead of a few attention getters.” Thank you, Mr. Cook for recognizing our program and our vison both during and after the show!

We’d like to extend a big THANK YOU to the following breeders who purchased our sheep:

- Hayter Family, MO - Reserve Junior Champion Ewe, National Hampshire Sale

- Drewry Farms, MN - 4th Place Odd Yearling Ewe, National Hampshire Sale

- Tom Foster, MN - 2nd Place Even Yearling Ewe, National Hampshire Sale

- Terkel Hampshires, CO - A Yearling Ewe and Spring Ewe lamb from the AHSA Online Sale

We appreciate the interest in our program and thank those who inquired and bid on our sheep this year.

Champion Ewe

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Marshall Sheep Co.

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Clayton Landis

Highland Hampshires

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Held Hampshires Nelson Hamps

Peterson Sheep Co. Houghtaling Sheep

Ebert Sheep Farm

Parr Family Hampshires Underwood Farms Person Livestock

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American Hampshire Sheep Association Lifetime Members

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I AM NOT A COW.

And you wouldn’t feed me like one, either. As a sheep, I have specific nutritional needs and requirements, and no one knows this better than Purina. Unlike commodity blends fed to multiple animals, Purina’s sheep feed is research-tested and unique to my species, formulated to optimize production and help producers achieve their operational goals. Learn more at your local retailer or go to purinamills.com/ImASheep

ASI Accepting Awards Nominations

It’s time once again to submit nominations for ASI awards, which will be presented during the 2023 ASI Annual Convention on Jan. 18-21, 2023, in Fort Worth, Texas. The deadline for all award nominations is Nov. 25.

There are five awards open for nominations: The McClure Silver Ram Award, the Peter Orwick Camptender Award, the Distinguished Producer Award, the Industry Innovation Award and the Shepherd’s Voice Award.

The McClure Silver Ram Award is dedicated to volunteer commitment and service and is presented to a sheep producer who has made substantial contributions to the sheep industry and its organizations in his/her state, region or nation.

The Peter Orwick Camptender Award recognizes industry contributions from a professional in a position or field related to sheep production. Nominees should show a strong commitment and a significant contribution to the sheep industry, its organizations and its producers above and beyond what is called for in his/her professional capacity.

The Distinguished Producer Award was launched in 2014 to recognize the 150th anniversary of the national organization – the oldest livestock association in the country. This award is a way to recognize an individual who has had a significant long-term impact on the industry, including involvement with the National Wool Growers Association or American Sheep Producers Council.

The Industry Innovation Award recognizes the accomplishments of an individual or organization that improves the American sheep industry in a game-changing way, regardless of whether its impact is felt at the regional or national level.

The Shepherd’s Voice Award for Media recognizes outstanding coverage of the sheep industry by either print or broadcast outlets. The award excludes all publications and affiliates related solely to the sheep industry, allowing for recognition of outlets with general coverage of sheep industry issues.

Nominations must be submitted to ASI by Nov. 25, and past recipients of these awards are not eligible.

Wool LDP Available to Producers

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Marketing Assistance Loan and Loan Deficiency Payment programs could provide welcome assistance for wool producers.

Currently, the program offers a 40-cent LDP (per pound grease) for ungraded wool. This has been the going rate for the past two years for un graded wools, as graded wools have varied from week to week. This week, LDP payments are available for the following micron ranges:

• 19.6 to 20.5 microns: 20 cents per pound clean;

• 20.6 to 22 microns: 39 cents per pound clean;

• 22.1 to 23.5 microns: 54 cents per pound clean;

• 23.6 to 25.9 microns: $1.10 per pound clean;

• 26 to 28.9 microns: 6 cents per pound clean.

Current rates are posted on the American Sheep Industry Association website each Tuesday afternoon. Producers with questions about the Wool LDP Program can contact their local Farm Service Agency office.

2021 Grand Champion Slick Shorn Ram NAILE Open Hamp Show

2022 Grand Champion Ewe OSF Open Hamp Show

2022 Champion Hamp Ewe Grand Overall Madison County Fair, IN Tory Hiatt

2022 Res. Grand Champion Hamp Ram All-American Jr. Show, Schakel Family

2021 Champion Young Flock NAILE Open Hamp Show, Schakel Family

2022 Champ Flock & Premier Exhibitor OSF Open Hamp Show, Schakel Family

2022 Supreme Champion Ram Freedom Fest, Schakel Family

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2022 Res. Champ Ram OSF Open Hamp Show

2021 Champ Flock NAILE Open Hamp Show

2021 Class Winner Late Jan. Ewe Lamb NAILE Hamp Open Show

Managing Urinary Calculi in Sheep

By Clay Elliott, Ph.D., sheep and goat nutritionist at Purina Animal Nutrition

The formation of urinary calculi – or water belly – is a common metabolic issue in rams and wethers. It can also occur in females, but it’s not as prevalent because the urethra is much larger in females than males.

Calculi are “stones” formed by an accumulation of minerals in the urethra, the tube that leads from the bladder to the animal’s exterior.

While urinary calculi in sheep can be a serious issue, providing the proper feed and management can help stop it before it starts.

Feed a Balanced Ration

Urinary calculi in sheep typically occur as a result of an inverted calcium-to-phosphorus ratio in the diet. Grains and grain-based sheep feeds tend to be higher in phosphorus, the main mineral in calculi formation. Urinary calculi is seen more often in confined sheep on high-energy diets than in pastured animals consuming large amounts of forage.

The calcium content of the total diet should be 2 to 2.5 times that of the phosphorus to support a healthy balance. Also, look for a feed with an acidifier, such as ammonium chloride, to help break down stones so they can pass through the urethra. An acidifier doesn’t require a veterinary feed directive (VFD).

Forages can also be a concern if they were fertilized with high-phosphorus sources, such as chicken litter. Consider testing forages and, if necessary, adding calcium sources to the diet to keep the calcium-to-phosphorus ratio balanced.

Encourage Water Intake

Monitoring water intake is a necessary proactive measure in managing urinary calculi in sheep. Anything that causes animals to drink less water can result in more concentrated urine, increasing the chance of urinary calculi development.

Always provide sheep with an unlimited supply of clean, fresh water and consider testing your water sources for mineral imbalances that could contribute to calculi development.

Adding salt to the diet can also help increase water intake (salt doesn’t contribute to the development of urinary calculi).

Other Management Considerations

Testosterone influences the diameter growth of the urethra, so the earlier the ram is castrated, the slimmer the urethra and the more prone it will be to blockage by a stone. It’s recommended to wait until at minimum 4 months of age, and preferably 5 or 6, to castrate rams.

Symptoms of Urinary Calculi in Sheep

Signs of urinary calculi can include restlessness, anxiety, abdominal pain (indicated by kicking of the belly) and loss of appetite. Sheep may vocalize excessively, and animals will strain frequently and forcefully to urinate. Sheep with a partial obstruction may void small, intermittent streams of urine but show discomfort.

Urinary calculi in sheep should be taken seriously as they can be life-threatening. Consult your veterinarian as soon as possible if you suspect urinary calculi in one or more of your animals.

Contact your local Purina nutritionist to learn more about nutrition for your flock.

Show

CHAMPION MARKET LAMB WYATT NIXON, WISCONSIN

RES. CHAMPION MARKET LAMB ADRIANA WENDLAND, MINNESOTA

RES. SLICK SHORN CHAMPION RAM KYLIE SCHAKEL, INDIANA

RES. CHAMPION SLICK SHORN EWE LINSEY EDDY, OHIO

CHAMPION SLICK SHORN EWE ADRIANA WENDLAND, MINNESOTA

CHAMPION SLICK SHORN RAM MORGAN HAUGER, INDIANA

CHAMPION FITTED RAM KATIE HANSON, OREGON

CHAMPION FITTED EWE KATIE HANSON, OREGON

RESERVE CHAMPION FITTED RAM KATIE HANSON, OREGON

RESERVE CHAMPION FITTED EWE Beau Mumm, Illinois

State Hampshire Associations

OhiO hampshire sheep assOciatiOn Officers

President: Frank Sexten 3420 State Route 380 Xenia, Ohio 45385-9735 Phone: 937-371-1392

Email: fsexten@gmail.com

Vice-President: Denise Deal 9818 Navarre Rd SW Navarre, Ohio 44662 Phone: 330-879-5327

Email: ddeal1974@aol.com

Secretary/Treasurer: Marla Shell 1901 Doak Road Midland, Ohio 45148 Phone: 614-496-8575 Email: mdshell319@hotmail.com

Board of Directors: Denise Deal Jim Brandt

This information was provided by state Hampshire associations. We encourage all of our state Hampshire associations to submit information on their activities for each issue of the Hampshire Heartbeat.

illinOis hampshire sheep assOciatiOn Officers

President: Megan Mumm 49 CR 1300 N White Heath, IL 61884 Phone: 217-377-2073

Email: meganmumm@hotmail.com

Secretary/Treasurer: Bill Chapin 5680 E Reed Rd Coal City, IL 60416 Phone: 815-954-5129

Email: chapinhamps@gmail.com

New England Hampshire SheepAssociation OfficersDirectors: Chris Cahoon Luke Benjamin Chris Meyer Charlotte Toohill

President: Kyle Thayer

Vice President: Darlene Leary Treasurer: Tina Fisk Colt

Secretary: Sue Searle

minnesOta hampshire sheep assOciatiOn Officers

President: Rod Scheller 3646 County Rd 37 Monticello, MN 56362 Email: rodscheller@gmail.com

Vice-President: Bruce Bakken 29557 State Hwy 13 Hartland, MN 56042 Email: bjbakken54@gmail.com

Secretary/Treasurer: Melanie Peterson W6621 610th Avenue Ellsworth WI. 54011 petersonhywayfarm@gmail.com

Director: Mark Christensen 1561 250th Ave. Tyler, MN 56178 Email: mcchris@frontiernet.net

Director: Gary T. Klug N8950 Midland Dr. Campbellsport, WI 53010 Email: klughihamp@tm.net

Director: Reid Merrill 2163 250 St Canby, MN 56220 Email: rvmerrill50@gmail.com

Director: Todd Schmidt 21407 775th Ave Albert Lea, MN 56007 Email: rschmidt76@gmail.com

Director: Tom Bobendrier 1351 US Hwy 75 Pipestone, MN 56164 Email: shebob@svtv.com

sOuth DakOta hampshire sheep assOciatiOn Officers

President: Ty Fuller 17713 435th Ave. Clark, SD 57225 605-520-4403 fuller2in@hotmail.com

Vice President: Jeff Slack 29141 SD Hwy 19 Viborg, SD 57070 605-360-4904

Secretary: Kristin Marshall 45491 204th ST Arlington, SD 57212 Phone: 605-770-0132 Email: marshallke83@outlook.com

inDiana hampshire sheep assOciatiOn Officers

President: Dan Myers 833 E CR 350 S Logansport, Indiana 46947 Phone: 574-355-6840

Email: indianahamps@gmail.com

Secretary/Treasurer: Kris Myers 833 E CR 350 S Logansport, Indiana 46947 Phone: 574-355-6840 Email: indianahamps@gmail.com

pennsylvania hampshire sheep assOciatiOn Officers

President/Secretary: Mindy Holtry 717-776-4192

The main focus of the PHSA is to support junior Hampshire exhibitors at the Keystone International.

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AHSA Board of Director Elections

The board of directors is comprised of directors from eight districts and three at-large directors. Directors are elected for a three year term and may serve three terms before being retired for at least one term. There may be no more than two directors from any district and only one per state.

Directors are asked to attend two board meetings per year and participate in some conference calls. Directors do not receive a salary, however, expenses are reimbursed to directors for one meeting of their choice, per year. The following director positions are up for election in 2022. You can vote at the annual meeting if you have not mailed in your ballot.

District 1- WA, OR, CA, NV, HI, AK

District 3- AZ, NM, TX, OK

District 5- NE, IA, KS, MO

District 7- KY, WV, VA, AR, TN, NC, SC, LA, MS, AL, GA, FL

District 8- PA, NY, VT, NH, ME, MA, CT, RI, NJ, DE, MD

District 2- MT, ID, WY, UT, CO

District 4- ND, SD, MN, WI

District 6- IL, IN, OH, MI

The following individuals have chosen to run for the AHSA board of directors. All senior members who have paid their annual dues in the last 24 months should have received a ballot. Envelopes with your ballot must be postmarked by November 5TH to be valid for the director’s election.

District 3 - No Bios Recieved

Write in a current Senior member from any of the states in District 3. (Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, or Oklahoma)

District 4 - Phil Thomas

Hello fellow Hampshire producer’s.

My name is Phil Thomas, owner/operator along with my son Jaden of Thomas Hamps from Marion sd. We run about 130 registered Hampshire ewe flock and an additional 100 plus Whiteface commercial ewes. Our main focus of the Hampshire business is selling terminal sires to mainly commercial producer’s and a few purebred breeders.

I am seeking a second term for district 4 director.

I have been working with the junior kids in our area and was instrumental in helping start the Great Plains Junior Breeding Sheep Show in Sioux Falls SD. We used this show as our double points regional Hamps across America points show and was quite successful.

We still have a lot of work to do, and I would like to continue with the Hampshire breed association. I would appreciate your vote for district 4.

Thank you and best wishes to all, Phil Thomas

District 8 - Kyle Fleener

Hello Hampshire breeders, my name is Kyle Fleener. I am seeking consideration for District 8 on the AHSA Board.

The Hampshire breed has deep roots in my family with being a 4th generation breeder. I live in Historic Gettysburg, Pa with my wife Jen and our son Hudson. We own and operate Fleener Club Lambs. Our flock consists of 50 plus Hampshires, Southdowns, and Wether Type ewes. My parents are Tim & Sarah Fleener from Robesonia, Pa. I grew up showing Hampshires throughout the country, and was fortunate enough to win the Top Gun Award at All-American back in 1998 for the Hampshire breed. My wife and I were blessed to have raised the National Champion Hampshire

ewe in 2018 at NAILE. This was the first time in the breed’s history that a slick Hampshire ewe won the National Show.

I currently work for B&K Cattle Company & Excavation in Dillsburg, PA. There, I manage an Angus based operation with the goal to raise high quality show cattle. Their children also show market lambs, goats and hogs.

I look forward to the potential of being a part of the Hampshire board. My father, Tim Fleener and late Grandfather, Clyde Brubaker both served on this board so it comes with great excitement to have the potential to be a 3rd generation family member to be a part of this amazing breed. This breed has so many different varieties within it, which make Hampshires a superior breed within the sheep industry. Being progressive with the youth and their development is how we can continue solidifying the breed for years to come.

Thank you for your support and consideration

Kyle Fleener

At-Large - John Alf

Dear Hampshire Breeders:

My name is John Alf and I am asking for your support as I seek to become an at-large member of the AHSA Board of Directors.

My wife Brittany and I met at the Nugget All-American Sale in Reno. We currently have a flock of 60 Registered Hampshire ewes at our home in Janesville, WI. We purchased the flock from my mother Jill in 2018 and have almost doubled in size since. I am happy to say that I am now the third generation to raise sheep in our family. The Hampshire’s started specifically for me as a 4-H project and we have continued to raise them ever since my parents bought my first ewe from Springdale Farms in IL in 1994.

Brittany and I enjoy spending time with our sheep friends every year at The Ohio Showcase, Midwest Stud Ram Sale, All-American Junior Show, Wisconsin State Fair, and NAILE. During the day I work for First Community Bank in Milton,WI as an Agriculture/Commercial Loan Officer. In addition to my office job; I farm 600 acres of corn/soybeans,manage/own 4 short term vacation rental homes in Northern WI, and am the Treasurer for the local FFA Alumni Chapter.

I look forward to the opportunity to serve on the American Hampshire Sheep Board of Directors and to help develop programs for all facets of the industry. I think my financial knowledge and business experience will lend a unique perspective to the business side of the Association. Not so long ago I was a junior show exhibitor and I would like to continue to assist and grow the youth programs within the Association.

Thank you for your consideration.

John Alf

Held’s Hampshires

Held 21-4264 NNP RR (Fall ram lamb)

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1st Fall Ewe Lamb – 2022 Iowa State Fair

Another great one by Niemeier 818! We featured her in our 2022 HB Winter Ad at 75 d of age…..she really hit the throttle. Watch for her in our show string at NAILE!

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Held 21-4264 NNP RR

The now famous stud addition from us to Spoonster Hampshires. This fall buck is a blend of power with exceptional body design and extension!!!!

Sired by Held 20-4134, a son of Niemeier 818, our top fall ram from the 2020 crop that we share with Fuller Hamps. Dam is a top 5 daughter of Niemeier 818.

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2022 Midwest Stud Sale - Junior Champion Ewe

This outstanding February ewe lamb is sired by Pullin 21-54 NNP RR and the dam by Niemeier 818. The Pullin stud has proven to be an awesome compliment to the 818 daughters! Thank you to the DLT Hamps flock (Taylor Family) NE for selecting her along with another ewe from our consignment at Sedalia.

2022 Iowa State Fair - Reserve Champion Ram

Supreme Champion 4-H Ewe 2022 Oregon State Fair Congratulations to the girls at Char-land Hampshires on their showring success with their fall ewe lamb selected off our farm this spring! They had this granddaughter of Niemeier 818 fitted to perfection! We are so proud of your accomplishments and enthusiasm for Hampshires!!

1st February Ewe Lamb -2022 Iowa State Fair

Again the genetic power demonstrated by the mating of Pullin 21-54 x 818 daughters. Super excited to bring her to NAILE in November! Last spring had just 7 lambs sired by Pullin 21-54. From this set we showed 2 winners at the Iowa State Fair (Feb ewe lamb and March ram lamb) and the Junior Champion Ewe at Sedalia!

Top Selling Fitted Hampshire Ewe at 2022 Midwest Stud Sale Thank you to Hand Hampshires for selecting this special sheep from our consignment at Sedalia. In August at the Missouri State Fair most sheep they showed carried Held’s Hampshire bloodlines which is extremely pleasing to us!