Ringside Sheep Magazine - 2022 March Issue

RINGSIDE The Ultimate Sheep Magazine Volume 10 : March/April 2022

“All the successful teams I’ve ever seen have three characteristics:

They play unselfIsh they play together and they play hard.”

- Larry Brown

“Splash Splash”” - Shear We Go Farm Sullivan 2118 Res. Jr Res. Jr.. Champion Ewe 2021 NAILE Jr. Show

“Mississippi Queen” Queen” - Spoonster 20-50RR Res. Sr Res. Sr.. Champion Ewe 2021 NAILE Jr. Show

“Momma Said Yes” Yes” - Baa Baa Acres 312RR 2021 National Champion Fitted Ewe Excited about her future in our Flock Look for our consignmEnts at hEart of a champion saLE, big ohio saLE

& nationaL hampshirE saLE

ExcitEd about our 2022 Lamb crop

SpOonster Hamps/The Spoonster Family/Eolia, MO/ 636.359.5487 www.spoonsterhampshires.com

May 12-14, 2022 Darke County Fairgrounds, 800 Sweitzer St., Greenville, OH

Supreme Champion Ram 2021 NAILE Jr. Show - this ram sold at the 2021 Ohio Showcase Sale!

Entry Deadline: March 25, 2022 Entry Forms available at www.selectls.net Catalogs available at www.selectls.net as well as breed association websites Sale will be broadcast with online bidding available at BreedersWorld.com

Show Schedule: Thursday, May 12, 10:00 am RING 1-Swine Bldg White/Black Lincolns Corriedales Columbias Rambouillets Natural Colored Dorpers/White Dorpers Texels Wether Sires & Dams

RING 2-Cattle Pav. Cheviots Montadales National Tunis Show Katahdins

Sale Schedule Friday, May 13, Swine Building, 10:00 am

Friday, May 7, Cattle Pavillion, 8:00 am Hampshires Shropshires Oxfords Polled Dorsets Horned Dorsets Suffolks Southdowns

Judges:

Tor Sorenson - Lincolns, Corriedales, Columbias, Rambouillets, Natural Colored, Oxfords, Polled & Horned Dorsets, Suffolks Evan Snyder - Cheviots, Montadales, Tunis, Katahdins, Hampshires, Shropshires Mike Stitzlein - Southdowns, Dorpers/White Dorpers, Texels, Wether Sires & Dams Ring 2 Breeds followed by Ring 1 breeds in show order

Saturday, May 14, Cattle Pavillion, 9:00 am Breed Order same as Show Order

Note: Breed Order subject to change

Hotels - Check the Ohio Showcase Information on our web site www.selectls.net for a list of area hotels.

P.O.Box 25, Rushsylvania, OH 43347 www.selectls.net Gary: 937.597.7214 - gary@selectls.net Pat: 937.935.1975 - pat@selectls.net Jim: 937.658.3119 - jim@selectls.net Dan: 937.243.5111 - dan@selectls.net

> IN THIS ISSUE - MARCH 2022

RS ON THE COVER We ALL want the “handshake”. Winning is fun. But at what price?

My family always stressed to me values and integrity were the most precious commodities a person could have, and the only way to lose them was to give them away.

I created Integrity Livestock Sales in the spring of 2019, with the goal of being different through innovative marketing ideas, unique to each sale, and top of the line customer service, all while injecting a huge dose of integrity into the online auction business. I am proud to say we have accomplished these goals and will continue in our quest, while faithfully serving our customers’ needs. Hype is fun, but it’s highly overrated and it does not last forever.

In a crazy, mixed-up world, full of half- truths, misdirection and profit before people attitudes, we invite you to be a part of the Integrity Family.

EDITORIAL Siblings in the Spotlight ..............................pages 8-9 Owen’s Top Ten Tunes ....................................page 10 The Buzz About MagnaWave ..................pages 12-13 Breed News ......................................pages 14,18-19, 21 Youth Conservationist Program ....................page 20 From the Kitchen ..............................................page 28 Advertising Index .............................................page 30

SHOW RESULTS Florida State Fair ......................................pages 24-25 Georgia Jr. National .................................pages 25-26 San Antonio Stock Show .................................page 27

STAFF CONTACTS EMILY ADCOCK Co-Owner/Creative Director 217.330.0539 ringsidesheep@gmail.com

Integrity Livestock Sales – Everyone. Always.

CRUZ & SARAH NICHOLS Integrity Livestock Sales, LLC Mike Crowder, Owner PO Box 226 Sheridan, IN 46069 (765) 366-3135 mike@integritylivestocksales.com www.integritylivestocksales.com Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram 4 | Ringside

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> LETTER FROM THE EDITOR SPRING TIME MEANS SALE TIME...

These warmer temps and sunshine have me elated and ready for spring. My flowers are starting to emerge from their winter slumber and there is nothing more I love then flowers and my garden in the spring and summer. At the farm, the warmer days mean the grass is starting to turn green and grow.

The ground is thawing and going to be ready for planting soon and the many hours spent in the barn with our livestock is showing it rewards.

I am sure many of you are excited to start displaying those rewards soon at spring sales across the country. My facebook feed is popping up photos daily as everyone starts shearing and trimming on lambs headed to auction. Many of you will be getting in your vehicles soon to make trips across the state to pick out your show flock for the year, your next stud buck, your next donor ewe or to sell your hard work and breeding decisions to their new owner.

Sale season can be stressful and rewarding all at the same time. I’m not sure about how your operation works but at my house my husband and I are on opposite ends of the spectrum. He is mister stressy, full of doom and gloom. He cannot handle the unknown and not being in control of the outcome. He paces, he hits the refresh button a million times and says come on people bid. Usually once its all over he is happy and go lucky and full of relief. I on the other hand try to be optimistic and positive. I try to find the silver linings and have patience and go along for the ride. Hoping to keep balance. If you do this with your spouse - please remember to show each other grace - its easy to snip out your spouse during this stressful time (especially during picture and videos at our house), but they to are working next to you to accomplish your goals. They are your teammate so its better to work together not against. I am sure if my husband reads this he will roll his eyes, but he needs the reminder too.

Cruz and Sarah will be on the road for several spring sales so be sure to look them up to discuss Ringside and how we can help you. We wish you the best of luck with your upcoming spring sale season and remind you that we offer e-blast services!

As always if Cruz or myself can help with any of your marketing needs, photography, design work, or consulting please reach out we are always happy to help.

THANK YOU FOR JOINING US RINGSIDE!

Emily Adcock

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> LETTER FROM THE EDITOR

As always it is a busy time of year around here for us, but we are used to that. We did at least take advantage of the unusually warm weather last weekend to have our brood ewes sheared and wash our online sale sheep. I don’t know if we have ever washed in March and been worried about getting sun burnt but it was nice to have a taste of spring.

Of course, the nice weather quickly went away and it was back to mud and cold, which was not very enjoyable as we try to prepare for sales and finish lambing. We are excited to be heading into live sale season to see what everyone has to offer and catch up with our sheep friends.

As always, if there is anything we can do to help you market your flock, please reach out to us.

We look forward to seeing you around the sales!

THANK YOU FOR JOINING US RINGSIDE!

Cruz and Sarah Nichols

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The Anderson’s

I very much look forward to this section each issue. There are so many talented kids to reach out to and they have so much insight in their answers.

I think you will see that continues to hold true this issue with the Anderson Kids. Emily (18) and Andrew (16) Anderson own and operate Anderson Farm in Grant City, MO with their parents. Learn more about Emily and Andrew below.

we get to see a lot of our west coast friends.

NAILE holds a lot of good memories from when my grandparents were alive and they would come watch me show.

Andrew: Oregon State Fair is my favorite show. The Oregon sheep breeders work to make it special and fun, especially for the juniors.

1. What breed of sheep do you show and why do you like it?

Emily: I show Natural Coloreds. I’ve liked the Natural Coloreds since I was 3 years old. I enjoy the challenge of making good show sheep with hand spinning fleeces. They are also the most fun to show in showmanship!

Andrew: I show White Lincolns.

They have a lot of personality and are much calmer than my sisters Natural Coloreds.

2. What’s your favorite part of showing/raising sheep? What is your least?

Emily Favorite: My favorite part of showing is showmanship and traveling around the country. In 2021 we went coast to coast with the sheep, from Oregon to Massachusetts. I would love to show in all 50 states. My favorite part of raising sheep is producing animals that are productive and prolific and that excel in the show ring as well as the barn.

Emily Least: My least favorite part is showing sheep that are not show broke.

Andrew Favorite: My favorite part is the lambs when they are a couple weeks old. I like to watch them play.

Andrew Least: My least favorite part is when we have one die.

3. What is your favorite show and why?

Emily: My favorite show is a tie between Oregon State Fair and NAILE. Oregon State Fair is pretty relaxed and

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4. What do you like about showing with your sibling?

Emily: I like showing with Andrew because we both know what needs to be done to get the animal set up.

Andrew: Emily tells me what needs to be done and she’s usually right.

5. If you could pick another breed to show what would it be and why?

Emily: I would pick Dorsets. I purchased and showed two Dorset ewes and had a great time with them, but they were difficult to keep clean living with our wool sheep.

Andrew: I would pick Blueface Leicesters. I think their heads are cute and their wool would fit in nicely with the Lincolns. But there aren’t many shows for them.

6. What is something you have learned from showing/raising sheep?

Emily: It’s good to have friends who you can call and bounce ideas off of, whether it’s for veterinary care, picturing fleeces or just to get an opinion on lambs you’ve raised.

Andrew: Life isn’t always fair. Sometimes your favorite sheep dies or the best sheep doesn’t win, but you just keep doing your best and working hard.

7. What advice do you have to other siblings who show together?

Emily: Have lots of patience.

Andrew: Don’t get fussy at each other and listen to them when they tell you what to do. They usually are right.

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Owen’s Top Ten Tunes My name is Owen Torrance. We live in Illinois and operate Torrance Sheep Farm where we raise Dorset and Hampshire sheep.

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Show Barn Top Ten

1. Hard Workin’ Man - Brooks and Dunn 2. Where Cowboys Are King - Cody Johnson 3. Beers and Sunshine - Darius Rucker 4. Heartless - Diplo & Morgan Waller 5. Over Drinkin’ Under Thinkin’ Drake Milligan 6. The Seashores of Old Mexico George Strait 7. One Mississippi - Kane Brown 8. Whiskey and Rain - Michael Ray 9. The Way I Talk - Morgan Wallen 10. Y’all Come Back Saloon - The Oakridge Boys

SUNDAY, APRIL MACCAULEY SUFFOLKS

ONLINE SALE

HELD AT WLIVESTOCK .COM

eingFall and Spring Suuolk SYearling,

Rams and Ewes, plus a few select Tunis

SUNDAY, JUNE Featuring

Guest Consignors

MACCAULEY SUFFOLKS

ONLINE SALE

HELD AT WLIVESTOCK .COM

MacCauley Suffolks BILL, BETSY, CHRIS & KYLE MACCAULEY 4333 Steelville Rd - Atglen, PA 19310 610/593-2907 maccauley@epix.net EVAN SNYDER Farm Manager 405/314-1642 Ringside | 11

The Buzz About Magna Wave THOUGHTS FROM KARI - HARKLAN WELLNESS THERAPY Keeping show livestock in peak performance condition involves several key factors. One of these is keeping the animal healthy, pain free and moving freely among the show ring. To achieve that many exhibitors apply pulsed electromagnetic field therapy [PEMF] or MagnaWave to their conditioning regimen.

MagnaWave works on a cellular level to repair sore or swollen muscles. It increases circulation, enhances muscle function, decreases inflammation and pain, increases range of motion, reduces recovery times and boosts the immune system. PEMF is drug free and non-invasive.

Many factors in a sheeps life can negatively affect the outcome of their performance during show season. Some of these include stress from hauling, change of feed or diet, illness or loss of appetite, and extreme change in temperature. When these changes happen the body begins to break down and can cause a build up of lactic acid in the muscles and red blood cells. If these toxins aren’t removed the body becomes weaker and gets sore. MagnaWave eliminates these toxins in the sheeps body. Restoring their cells and keeping them pain free.

When added to a sheeps exercise routine over time you will see the definition in their top line and legs. The consistency that is kept with a deep bodied sheep. You’ll also notice their muscle tone and firmness over the rack during bracing. Soundness and balance improve when the muscles and ligaments are stronger as well.

MagnaWave can be used during pre- sessions leading up to an event. When possible, have a MagnaWave session once arriving to a competition. For best results I recommend a session 48-72 hours before a show. During this time sheep owners are making last minute adjustments, clipping and grooming.

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that fluid movement and balance in the show ring.

Show judges look for everything from physical characteristics to disposition. Many times my clients have heard judges reasons remarking on the “freshness” of an animal that’s recently been MagnaWaved. That’s due to the amount of oxygen being brought to the blood and how well the hair and skin cells react when blood flow is stimulated.

MagnaWave helps provide overall health and wellness from the inside out.

Kari Leitze Owner of HARKLAN Wellness Therapy Board Certified Holistic Practitioner PEMF Practitioner Certified MagnaWave Practitioner Member AADP

THOUGHTS FROM JULIAv- SURGE MAGNAWAVE THERAPY Pulsed Electro-Magnetic Field (PEMF) therapy utilizes technology to stimulate and exercise cells to help resolve cellular dysfunction and to support overall wellness. Cells are often times compared to batteries, slowly depleting and low on energy after use. PEMF is the non-invasive solution to regenerate cells energy levels and encourage the body to function more efficiently.

MagnaWave PEMF sends electro-magnetic waves sixteen inches deep into the body, penetrating cells in the path of the waves. As the electromagnetic fields penetrate the body, ions and electrolytes increase, encouraging the body’s natural magnetic field to heal on its own. MagnaWave PEMF influences the body’s electrical charges on a cellular level, increasing the cellular metabolism. This is because when a cell is stimulated with electro-magnetic waves it allows positive charges to enter a cell in an open ION channel.

The inside of this cell becomes positively charged, which will trigger other electrical currents, turning into pulses within the cell.

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Non-invasive, drug-free form of pain relief.

Improved mood Promotes Cellular Exercise

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This can positively influence movement, healing, and sending of signals to the brain. Any disruption in electrical currents can lead to dysfunction or illness, as we see in livestock during breeding season, extreme cold/heat, weaning, dietary ration changes, show preparation, and after travel. Pulsed PEMF therapy helps restore this disruption in electrical current to the normal state, which promotes overall wellness resulting in maximum success in production and the ring.

When I decided to become heavily invested in MagnaWave PEMF and founded Surge MagnaWave Therapy, the messages were all very hesitant to try this “new” technology. Almost a year later, and three of the best employees spread across the country the tone regarding PEMF has gone from hesitant to thankful they took advantage of our services.

MagnaWave PEMF Benefits • • • • • • • • •

Improved recovery from wounds and bone injuries Faster recovery from hoof injuries and hoof cracks Injury prevention Increased horn and hoof strength Muscle stimulation Increased Appetite Improved head carriage Improved mobility Swelling and inflammation reduction Ringside | 13

BREED OXFORD NEWS FROM DAVID TROTTER

The National Oxford and National Cheviot Sales will continue to be held in Illinois in 2022; just a bit further north in the state than in past years.

Because of a large truck show contracting for the entire fairgrounds at Springfield, IL during the same time frame as the sheep sales. The board of directors of both breeds met extensively through the fall to vet several potential locations and date options.

The final decision was to stay on the same date (the weekend prior to the Mid-West Stud Ram Sale) and to select Joliet Junior College as the site for the 2022 sales. The dates will be as follows: Show – June 10th, Annual Meeting of the AOSA Membership – June 10th, National Oxford Sale – June 11th.

Entry forms for the National Sale can be found at the AOSA website (www.americanoxfords.org).

The deadline for entries is April 15. Currently we are working on making a contact for room blocks, so watch the website for updates.

The other event coming this summer that is worth a mention here is the All American Junior Sheep Show to be held June 30 – July 3 at the Big E facility in West Springfield, MA. If you haven’t been to this historic fairgrounds you really need to make plans to attend the All American this summer. In addition to the All American and all the activities associated with it, the Northeast Youth Sheep Show will be held at the same location on July 8-10 and the organizers of that event are making the facilities available so All American exhibitors and their animals can “stay over” for the Northeast Youth Sheep Show. Besides that, the folks are planning some fun and educational excursions for those staying over to kind of fill in the gap between the shows. So, if you are thinking about the All American, consider making it a family trip (sheepcation) and stay for the Northeast Youth Show and all the pre-show activities they are planning.

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SUFFOLK NEWS It’s hard to believe that it’s already time to share 2022 sale and event dates! If you have a Suffolk event you would like to add to the USSA calendar on the Association’s website, please contact the USSA Office.

As spring approaches, I want to quickly share progress on the USSA’s new registration program. This online registry program will be a place that you can directly register your lambs, search through progeny reports and post sheep you have for sale through the virtual marketplace….and this is just a short list of all the things you can do! The goal is for members to be able utilize the program by late spring. If you don’t feel comfortable with online registry, no problem! Registry work can still be submitted by mail! Please watch for more information on this in the next couple of months.

It’s been a quiet winter; I look forward to hearing from you all as lambing winds down spring approaches. As always, I’m here to assist you, please don’t hesitate to contact the office with any questions!

Amanda www.suffolks.org 641.684.5291 - info@suffolks.org 2022 ONLINE SUFFOLK SALES For more information on how to consign visit www.suffolks.org. To view sale consignments, visit site included with sale listing. Sales will be loaded at least one week prior to the sale date.

Monday, April 18 – Suffolk Futurity Ewe Lamb Sale – showstockplanet.com – Entry Deadline April 4 Monday, April 25 – Suffolk Online Sale showstockplanet.com – Entry Deadline April 11 Tuesday, April 26 - Equipment Consignment Auction showstockplanet.com – Entry Deadline April 11 Sunday, May 1 – Suffolk Foundation Semen Fundraiser Auction – wlivestock.com Monday, June 6 – Suffolk Online Sale showstockplanet.com – Entry Deadline May 23 Monday, October 24 – Suffolk Bred Ewe & Ewe Lamb Continued on page 16

Online Sale Sunday, May 1, 2022

Featuring Tunis and Hampshire yearling ewes, ram lambs, and futurity nominated ewe lambs • Delivery available to Ohio Showcase

“Scout” Woolly Hollow 0314lambs liKe this, siRed by alF 173-18 Champion Ram at West ViRginia and peteRson 9955, Will sell maRyland state FaiRs and 1st yeaRling Ram at Kile Dana Gochenour Lambs sired by Scout will sell 3505 Back Rd, Woodstock, VA 22664 540-335-2210 | dgochen@vt.edu www.woollyhollowfarm.com Woolly Hollow Farm on Facebook

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“WILD BILL” PKF 2026 Reserve Jr. Champion Ram 2020 NAILE Reserve Champion Ram 2021 BIG E Owned with Pine Knob Farm

Look for our consignments at Ohio Dorset sale, BIG ohio Sale & WV Purebred Sheep Sale 12812 Mountain Valley Road Warm Springs, Virginia 24484 (304) 268-2295 wilfongdorsets@hotmail.com www.wilfongdorsets.com

Thank you for believing in our program - we sent sheep to 11 states in 2021!

“Tap Out” Sired by Full Nelson Dorset Ram

“Candy Paint” Rudy x Rudy X Dusty Dorset Ram

ONLINE SALE APRIL 17 (feb. AI & Crego Influence) Ringside | 15

Raising Champion Livestock for Over 40 Years!

WE WILL ONLY BE SELLING ANIMALS PRIVATELY OFF THE FARM & AT PUBLIC SALES THIS YEAR.

Oxford yearling ewe - 3rd place at the 2021 All American Jr Show, Champion ewe at the 2021 WI State Fair Jr Show Contact us for more like her. This year is the best set of Oxford lambs we have had yet!

Introducing “Meritor” Heupel 20026 - our new Suffolk stud who was high

2021 December born Boer babies We have a few available. Our goats have genetics from Helms, Miller, Martin, Quam and Trammell.

selling ram at the 2021 National Ram Sale in Utah.

We can’t wait to see his babies this spring!

This is the 1st year we are offering any of our slick shorn Hampshire ewe lambs for sale!

Lots of muscle and style with more size than you find elsewhere. We have been saving them to build our flock and now ready to share.

Kevin, Rebecca, Andrew, Joey and Tommy Lake Geneva, WI Kevin 262-903-5971 Rebecca 262-325-3476 Visitors Always Welcome!

CHOOSE NICHOLS Genetics that Succeed in the Ring and Out

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WHISKEY GLASSES

CHAMPION RAM NAILE OPEN SHOW SUPREME RAM BIG E CHAMPION RAM NEYSS/New England Regional PURCHASED BY: SCOTCH LANE FARM SIRED BY: WHISKEY TALKIN’

THANK YOU TO ALL THE BIDDERS AND BUYERS FOR OUR FEB. SC ONLINE SALE!

Many time Champion Ewe for Owen Torrance - purchased in a past online sale.

You Won’t Want to Miss our Consignments to the Ohio and IL Dorset Sales! Whiskey Glasses was a purchase from last year’s IL Sale.

Cruz, Sarah & harper NiCholS | roN & lori Moore

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BREED Sale – integritylivestocksales.com – Entry Deadline Oct. 13 SUFFOLK WEBINAR SERIES The 2022 Suffolk Webinar series will be finalized soon! Again, this year the UJSSA will include a webinar in our Webinar series, of course, geared toward youth! Watch the USSA website and USSA/ UJSSA Facebook pages for the announcement.

USSA FUTURITY PROGRAM SUFFOLK BREEDERS: Have you considered nominating you ewe lambs this year in the USSA futurity? There are several options for breeders to nominate ewe lambs: Consignment Sales, Organized Production Sales and/or Organized Internet Sales. To get more details please contact the USSA Office or check out the 2022 USSA Futurity Rules which will be posted on the association’s website soon!

JUNIORS: Did you know that we have a bred and owned futurity ewe lamb division? Consider participating this year! Are you looking to purchase an ewe lamb this spring? Consider purchasing a futurity nominated ewe lamb! Several USSA Breeders futurity nominate ewe lambs they sell each year. Participation is super easy!

1)Purchase a nominated ewe lamb OR nominate a bred & owned ewe lamb or yearling or owned yearling 2) Exhibit in eligible classes 3) Submit your futurity points forms to the USSA Office OR VIA EASY ONLINE FORM! If you are interested in learning more about purchasing or nominating a ewe, contact the USSA Office!

GENETIC RECOVERY PROGRAM The Suffolk genetic acquisition program (GAP) offers Suffolk breeders who own Suffolk ewes that have not been registered for generations, a multi-step procedure to register those females. Add value to your Suffolk flock by building a registered herd. To explore the opportunity to recover your Suffolk genetics, visit the USSA website at suffolks.org for details on this genetic recovery program.

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ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITIES • Facebook Suffolk Sheep Marketplace: Free for any member to post what they have available for sale!

Join the group if you haven’t already! Over 2400 group members to-date!

• Email Blasts: Send an email blast ad to over 1200 Suffolk members and enthusiasts across the United States. Blasts are $100.

• Website Banner Ads: Your ad will be seen by current breeders and prospective Suffolk buyers! Rates are extremely affordable!

2022 NATIONAL SUFFOLK SALE Mark your calendars for the 2022 National Suffolk Sale that will be held in conjunction with the Midwest Stud Ram Sale in Sedalia, Missouri, June 1518.

JUNIOR NEWS National Jr. Suffolk Show: The 2022 National Jr. Suffolk Show will be held with the All-American Junior Sheep Show in West Springfield, Massachusetts. All entry information can be found on the All-American’s website – www.allamericanjuniorshow.com. Feel free to contact the USSA Office if you have any questions or the All-American Junior Show directly.

The Suffolk Foundation is excited to announce it’s newest program! Young Producer Travel Scholarship to the American Lamb Summit August 8-10, 2022, East Lansing, Michigan The American Lamb Summit is an educational conference designed to inspire production improvements and collaboration among all segments of the US lamb industry. Premier 1 Supplies, the American Lamb Board, Michigan State University, and the

Michigan Sheep Producers Association are partnering to host this unique educational event.

American Lamb Summit Goals: • Increase the quality and consistency of American Lamb • Improve the US lamb industry’s competitiveness and productivity Any producer of Suffolk sheep, age 35 and under is eligible to apply for the funds that would cover: • Registration fee for the 3-day event • Up to three night’s lodging • Up to $500 in travel expenses (air fare or mileage) • Application deadline is May 1 and application is available on the USSA website

Columbia National Show and Sale June 6-11, 2022 Laramie County Fairgrounds Cheyenne, WY Join us in the Wild, Wild, West!

SOUTHDOWN NEWS

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Youth Conservationist Program What is it?

The Youth Conservationist Program (YCP) strives to connect aspiring youth with established shepherds to promote the preservation of heritage breed sheep. It is an important tool in building the next generation of shepherds in the United States. Hosted annually at the Maryland Sheep & Wool Festival, the YCP has been the foundation of many successful young flocks around the country. Many of those youth go on to be heavily involved in the industry and donate back to the program when their flocks are on their feet.

Breeder Responsibilities Breeders donate a registered yearling ewe to the youth of their choice, based upon essays and letters of recommendation. The program goes beyond just the physical donation of a sheep though; breeders are asked to mentor their young shepherd over the following year and beyond. From advising on management decisions to assisting in locating additional suitable breeding stock, the mentoring breeder’s value is immeasurable.

Don’t have a spare ewe to donate? Consider offering breeding services to a youth who may not have the resources to purchase an unrelated quality registered ram.

Youth Responsibilities Open to all youth between the ages of 9 and 18.

Recipients agree to the following: ● They must exhibit their ewe a minimum of two times in the receiving year, one of which must be their state fair; ● They must breed their ewe to a registered ram of her breed in the fall of the receiving year; ● They must utilize the ewe’s fleece, either by processing it themselves or by selling it to another crafter; ● They must prepare a one to two page report, with pictures, for the donor, to be displayed the following year at the Maryland Sheep & Wool Festival; ● They must promote the program at least once, whether through an article in their local paper or through a breed association newsletter. ● They must be present at the Maryland Sheep & Wool Festival to receive their ewe.

How to Apply Applications must include the following: ● An essay answering the question: “Why would I like to help conserve a heritage breed of sheep?” ● Contact information for the youth ● Contact information for the parent or guardian ● Breed preference or whether they wish to be considered for all available ● Letter of recommendation from 4-H advisor, FFA advisor, veterinarian, teacher, or clergy.

Interested breeders and youth should contact ycpsheep@gmail.com for more information, to submit an application, or to commit to donating a ewe. All applications are due by April 1st and must be submitted in PDF or Word format.

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BREED DORPER NEWS

The North Central Regional Dorset Show will be held in conjunction with Freedom Fest Show in Sedalia, MO. Look for more details to come.

DORSET NEWS 2022 Great Lakes Regional Junior Dorset Show 2pm • Tuesday, July 26, 2022 • Ohio State Fair Additional relevant details: *OSF Open Dorsets move in • Monday, July 25 *OSF Open Dorsets shows • Thursday, July 28 *OSF Open Dorsets release • After breed open shows, unless exhibitor is staying for the Ohio Jr show.

More info to come!

Email your breed news to ringsidesheep@gmail.com at any time and we will be happy to run it in our upcoming issue!

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WINNING WAYS Home of Elite Oxfords

ANNUAL ONLINE SALE May 1, 2022 with Apple Oxfords

on wlivestock.com Winning Ways Sheep Farm (WWSF) | Darrell, Melanie and LeAnn Hall 2005 N. 2225 E. Road |Moweaqua, IL 62550 217-454-1995 | lhall@alumni.purdue.edu

Your Source for Southdown Sheep, Corgis & Llamas

Online Sale - Sunday, april 10, 2022

Troy Longenecker | 125 Heisey Rd., Annville, PA 17003 | 717.679.7394

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FLORIDA STATE FAIR

Youth Show

SUPREME EWE CHAMPION HAMPSHIRE Tyler Watson

SUPREME RAM CHAMPION SOUTHDOWN RAM Emma Leiss

RESERVE SUPREME EWE CHAMPION NATURAL COLORED Caylee Draper

RESERVE SUPREME RAM CHAMPION AOB/DORSET RAM Madison Braun

THIRD OVERALL EWE CHAMPION SOUTHDOWN Adelyn Jensen

THIRD OVERALL RAM CHAMPION HAMPSHIRE RAM Gaither High FFA

CHAMPION WETHER DAM Hayley Luznar

RESERVE CHAMPION WETHER DAM Izabella Moss

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FLORIDA STATE FAIR

YOUTH SHOW

CHAMPION MARKET LAMB Cheyenne Bragg

RESERVE CHAMPION MARKET LAMB Jenna LeFils

GEORGIA JR NATIONAL Photos by The Pulse

CHAMPION BREEDING EWE Mac Heuer

RESERVE CHAMPION BREEDING EWE Gracen Ally Parker

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GEORGIA JR NATIONAL

Photos by The Pulse

THIRD OVERALL BREEDING EWE Mac Heuer

FOURTH OVERALL BREEDING EWE Rachel Hayes

MAPLE LAWN FARMS Champion Suffolk Ewe 2021 Ohio Showcase Sale

Reserve Champion Suffolk Ewe 2021 Ohio State Fair

FIFTH OVERALL BREEDING EWE Kaylie Adams

Look for our consignments at the Ohio Showcase Sale

James Klamfoth 8256 Oregon Rd, Canal Winchester, OH 43110 614-206-7137 26 | Ringside

SAN ANTONIO STOCK SHOW Photos by The Pulse

CHAMPION MARKET LAMB Zane Walker

RESERVE CHAMPION MARKET LAMB Madden Wise

All-American Junior Show

SAVE THE DATE 2022 All American junior Show JUNE 30 - JULY 3, 2022 BIG E Fairgrounds WEST Springfield, MASSACHUSTTS

Find or submit show results to The Pulse powered by Sullivan Supply!

-Plans for the 28th Annual All American Junior Show are being finalized - the show plans on incorporating all of the AAJS special show activities with the 3-On-3 Basketball Tourney being held at the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame.

-Breeding Sheep Classes and Market Lamb classes featured for 30 breeds!!

-Special 2022 fundraising activities are being held: *AAJS Raffle with Special Sales Incentive Program for Junior Exhibitors *Online Ram Semen Benefit Sale hosted by Integrity Livestock Sales in May 16th *Midwest Stud Ram Sale Benefit Auction held during Supreme Champion Breeding Sheep Drives on June 15th *Special Gift Basket/Speciality Item Silent Auction held at AAJS Show itself The Northeast Youth Sheep Show will be held the following weekend July 7-10 at the exact same venue, so you can make it a real “showcation” and particpate in two great junior shows!

ALL SHOW DETAILS & UPDATES WILL BE POSTED: allamericanjuniorshow.com Check website during the spring for most recent information.

ENTRIES ARE DUE MAY 25, 2022

Send Us Your Show Results to be Featured in an Upcoming Issue!

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From The Kitchen AMERICAN LAMBURGER HELPER

Recipe provided by |Clean Eats and Treats INGREDIENTS: 12 ounces cavatappi pasta 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/2 yellow onion diced 1 pound ground American Lamb 1 teaspoon kosher salt 2 tablespoons tomato paste 1 15 ounce can tomato sauce 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon dried basil 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1 to 2 cups beef broth 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese 1/2 cup asiago cheese 3/4 cup heavy cream 1/4 cup parsley, optional

Sprinkle with fresh parsley. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Recipe notes: To reheat- warm in a sauté pan over medium heat. Add beef broth 1/4 cup at a time to rehydrate noodles. Serve when noodles are soft and dish is warmed through.

DIRECTIONS: Bring a stock pot of salted water to a boil and cook pasta according to package directions, drain and set aside.

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; add onion and sauté until translucent.

Add ground lamb, sprinkle with salt. Sauté, breaking up the lamb with a spatula, until the lamb is cooked through and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat.

Add tomato sauce, tomato paste, broth (starting with one cup) and remaining spices. Add cooked pasta. Adjust broth as needed to reach desired consistency.

Remove from heat and add heavy cream, asiago and cheddar cheeses and stir to combine.

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Lyanna - Winding Wicks 2016

White Romney yearling ewe -

Supreme Ewe: NAILE Jr. Show, NEYSS Grand Champion White Ewe: NAILE Open

Natty Light - Winding Wicks 2014

Iroh - Winding Wicks 2121

Natural Colored Romney yearling ewe -

Supreme Ewe: Indiana Youth Expo Reserve Champion Natural Ewe: NAILE Open

White Romney Jr. Ram Lamb -

Grand Champion White Ram: NAILE Open

Natural Colored and White Premier Exhibitor The DiTaranto/Hromis Family, 275 Bear Hill Rd, Chichester NH 03258 Teresa Hromis: 603 219 6826, Catherine Hromis: 603 731 1658, Marianne DiTaranto: 603 219 6043 Facebook: @Winding Wicks Farm | Look for details on upcoming spring sales here! windingwicksandwool@gmail.com

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WINNING GENETICS Howe Farms 1910 Walkoff

2019 National Champion Ram NAILE

Raised by us, Shown by JaLeigh Oldenburg

Oldenburg 0019

2020 National Champion Ram NAILE

Sires for 2022 lambs are Mongo, Sniper, Walkoff, Oldenburg 0019 on Southdowns

EXCITING LAMB CROP These Jan. Ewe Lambs and more will be offered in online and live sales this spring!

Howe Farms 2060 Mongo

2021 Reserve Grand Champion Ram Raised and bred by us.

Howe Farms 2048 2021 Reserve Grand Champion Suffolk ewe

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Sniper Howe Farms 1909

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