Kansas Angus News January 2016

Number 601 . Kansas Angus Association . January 2016

15th Annual “Dollars” & “Sense” Production Sale

February 19, 2016 12:30 PM (CST) ▪ At ranch 10 S. and 3.5 W of Gove

Selling 115 Head 90 Yrlg & 2 Yr. Old Angus & Red Angus Bulls 25 Yrlg Angus Heifers FEATURED SIRES INCLUDE: Basin Payweight 1682 (over 20 sons on test) SAV Bismarck 5682 ▪ Connealy Consensus 7229 E&B Harley Lar (1st sons)

For more information, contact us or visit www.LundgrenAngusRanch.com Larry Lundgren

3633 Co. Rd. I

Blake W. Angell

785-673-9047

Gove, KS 67736

785-410-3750

laranch@ruraltel.net

785-938-4404

blake@lundgrenangusranch.com

It makes “Sense” to invest YOUR “Dollars” in LAR Genetics!

Page 1. Association News Kansas Angus Association Annual Meeting ▪ Banquet ▪ Futurity Jr. Show January 23-24, 2016 ▪ Hutchinson

lo’s presentation will feature a program suited for both new and veteran users of the Association’s “LogIn”. The AAA Login website had an overhaul of its layout this summer. Chris will give and overview of Login and how it works to the advantage of all AAA members. He can answers your The Ks Angus Association (KAA) annual meeting banquet and junior questions about navigating the site and getting the most out of it. Bring show will be held January 23-24 in Hutchinson.. The meetings and educa- your questions on membership, registrations and transfers, submitting tional presentations are on Saturday, January 23 in the Prairie Pavilion on data, linking accounts, Maternal Plus , custom reports and more. the Kansas State Fairgrounds (KSF) in Hutchinson beginning at 11 am.

The annual banquet which will include a social hour, the Kansas Angus Auxiliary scholarship auction, honorary member induction, KAA Directory page auction and Miss Kansas Angus crowning is at the Atrium Hotel and Annual KAA Banquet Reservation Form Conference Center. Adults tickets at $25 each and will include a generous Saturday, Jan. 23. 2016 buffet featuring Certified Angus Beef ® Prime Rib, children 12 and under may choose a burger and fries meal for $6 each. The judging contest and _______ Number of adults or teens ( Buffet meal) junior show will be held on Sunday, January 24 at 9 am. The junior show ______Number of children 12 and under–( burger) includes classes for registered Angus owned heifers, bred and owned Nam( please print) heifers and bulls, steers and cow/calf pairs as well as commercial pureName___________________________________ bred and steers and predominantly black Angus based cross bred steers.

Farm/Ranch Mark Johnson, Stillwater, OK will judge the show. The entry deadline for ____________________________________ the junior show is January 10, late entries are not accepted; The cattle City__________________ST_______ judging contest will run concurrently with the junior show, all junior Angus, Phone___________________ 4-H and FFA members as well as adults are invited to participate. Look Email__________________. for the banquet reservation submission, hotel info, junior show entry form Kansasangus@wbsnet.org. By Jan. 18. and complete schedule of events online at www.kansasangus.org Location: Atrium Hotel and Convention Center Hotel Headquarters—Atrium Hotel and Conference Center, 620-6699311. 1400 N Lorraine St. Ask for Kansas Angus Association block, To insure space reserve by January 20.

Schedule of Events January 23-24, 2016 in Hutchinson, all events at the Kansas State Fairgrounds—Prairie Pavilion unless otherwise noted.

Friday , Jan. 22 2:00 pm - Barn and tie outs open to receive Junior Show cattle, Ks State Fairgrounds– Prairie Pavilion.

Saturday, Jan. 23 11:00 am - Ks Angus Auxiliary meeting - Fairgrounds, Prairie Pavilion 12:30 pm -KAA Annual Meeting, Election of officers- Prairie Pavilion 1:30 pm - Educational Program—Chris Stallo, American Angus Association Vice President of Operations.

2:00 pm - All Junior cattle on fairgrounds 2:00-3:00 pm - Junior Show Check in 4:00 pm - KJAA Meeting - Prairie Pavilion 6:30 pm - KAA Pre-Banquet Social - Atrium Hotel & Conference Center 7:00 pm - KAA Annual Banquet - Atrium Hotel Ticket required. (honorary member induction, auxiliary scholarship auction, Miss Ks Angus crowning, directory ad auction, KJAA semen auction) Adults $25, children 12 & under $6. Reservations Requested, pay at the door Sunday, Jan. 24 8 am - Registration for judging contest, adults & juniors 9 am - Ks Jr Angus Show and Youth Judging Contest, Prairie Pavilion Judging contest runs concurrently with the Jr. Show. All junior Angus,4-H and FFA are welcome!

Junior Show judge– Mark Johnson, Stilllwater, OK. Program ‘Logging In’ Chris Stallo, American /Angus Association Vice president of Operations will present the program following the KAA annual meeting on January 23 at 1:30 pm in the meeting room of the Prairie Pavilion, Kansas State Fair-grounds in Hutchinson. Stal-

( formerly Ramada Hotel) Adults $25—Certified Angus Beef ®Prime Rib Buffet , Children 12 and under $6 each—burger & fries meal

Make Banquet Reservations Online

www.kansasangus.org

Or mail to: Ks Angus Association, 5201 E Rd 110, Scott City, Ks 67671 Online reservations preferred

Another Successful Commercial Female Sale in Pratt A sharp drop in cattle prices coincided with 24th annual KAA sponsored commercial female sale in Pratt on December 5, 2015 however top quality commercial Angus and Angusinfluence females and active but cautious bidders garnered another successful sale. Consigners sold 1032 Angus and Angus influence females. 696 bred heifers averaged $2025 with the top selling consignment of 30 head coming from Cornwell Farms, St. John bringing $2600. 142 bred cows averaged $1960 , Clay Adams, Gate, Ok consigned the top sellers at $2300. A total of 142 open heifers averaged $1160 with the top consignment coming from McCurry Bros, Sedgwick at $1525.

The KAA thanks Pratt Livestock for partnering with us to host this annual sale as well as sale chainman Gordon Stucky and all of consigners, buyers, sale staff for working on this sale.

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The President’s Pen Dear Angus Friends, Dear Angus Friends,

Official Publication of the Kansas Angus Association, Inc. February ad/copy deadline : January 10

Anne Lampe, Editor 5201 E Rd 110▪ Scott City, Ks 67871 (620)872-3915 phone/fax▪ (620)874-4273 cell

As the saying goes, Where did the year go? We have had a good year in the Kansas Angus Association. We saw some changes that are working nicely. Our new bookkeeper, Betsy Anderson will be at our annual meeting and banquet at the Futurity so I encourage you to meet her if you haven’t already. The futurity is a highlight for our year in the association with the annual meeting and banquet. The banquet will be where we award our prestigious Honorary Member Award, and have the Auxiliary and Junior auctions. Also that evening you will have the opportunity to purchase select pages in the Kansas Angus Directory and Kansas Angus News for this next year. It will be a great weekend to take in the scheduled meetings, get updated on American Angus Association happenings and take in the Junior Show.

I hope you will plan to attend!

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Notes & News from Anne

An Invitation All members of the Kansas Angus Association, junior members and their families as well as anyone interested in Angus are invited to join the KAA for a weekend of meetings, education, networking, Angus cattle and fun as the KAA hosts our annual meeting , banquet and junior show on January 23 & 24 in Hutchinson. See page 1 for the complete schedule of events, banquet ticket information and more.

Happy New Year May this new year bring many opportunities your way to explore every joy of life . May your resolutions for the days ahead stay firm turning all your dreams into reality and all your efforts into great achievements _unknown author

Anne Anne S. Lampe, Ks Angus News, editor ; Kansas Angus Association, Secretary/Manager kansasangus@wbsnet.org , 620-874-4273 cell, 620-872-3915 home/office

Page 1. Association News……………….....1 KAA Annual meeting, banquet, jr show…...1 Editors Notes, KAA, KAN Info………......2 Angus Industry............................................4 KJAA………………. ………….…............10 KAF Junior Show Entry Form…………….11 Follow Us to Kansas– Tour Photos……..12-13 Showring Purple………………………..23

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Kansas Angus Calendar…….……….… 23 Auxiliary…………………………..…....25

Miss Kansas Angus 2015…………..26

Photo by Kansas Jr Angus Association member Sydnee Shive.

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President : Sharee Sankey, Council Grove Vice President : Stuart Rose, Cheney Secretary/Mgr: Anne Lampe, Scott City (620) 874-4273 (cell) Treasurer: John McCurry, Burrton Past President: Ron Hinrichsen, Westmoreland District Directors Term Expires # 1 Neal Haverkamp, Bern ……………….….……...2016 # 2 Jason Flory, Baldwin City ………..…….…..... . 2017 # 3 Flinton McCabe, Elk City ………………..………....2017 # 4 Doug Benoit, Esbon ..……………….…….….........2016 # 5 Mark Rohr, Hays………………….....…………....., 2018 # 6 John McCurry, Burrton……………….…..………....2016 # 7 Larry Lundgren, Gove………...………………...…..2016 # 8 Grant Gardiner, Ashland……………………....…. ..2016 Directors At Large (Commercial) Harold Hazelton, McPherson……………………..……..2016 Derrick Schlegel, Alexander …………………........…...2017 Jeff Klausmeyer , Clearwater..……….………. ……. .2018 Directors At Large (Purebred) Brandon New, Leavenworth………………….………....2017 Clint Woodrow, Emporia …………… ………….…….2016 Lance Cline, Onaga…………………………………… 2018 Kansas Angus Association Bookkeeper– Betsy Anderson betsyakaa@gmail.com The KAA board meets quarterly in February, May, September and December. Members are welcome to attend meetings. Contact Anne Lampe for meeting dates.

Mill Brae Identity 5037

Mill Brae Wisdom 5045 CED BW

WW

+7

+52

+.6

YW

SC

+103 +1.47 top 20%

CEM +5

Milk +29

Marb I+.65

RE I+.55

CED BW +6 +1.3

top 15%

top 15%

+9

+.2

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YW

SC

+65 +110

WW

N/A

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CEM +11

Milk +29

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$W $F $G $B +66.72 +71.49 +29.10 +142.36 top 10%

top 10%

SC N/A

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CEM +8

Milk +31

Marb I+.52

top 5%

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RE I+.84

CED BW +6

+.9

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SC

+62

+104

N/A

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$W $F $G $B +55.48 +72.84 +34.40 +143.90 top 25%

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Marb I+.54

RE I+.60

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CED BW

WW

+9

+59 +109 N/A

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SC

CEM +10

Milk +24

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$W $F $G $B +51.73 +74.00 +39.92 +130.76 top 10%

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Marb I+ .80

RE I+.71

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Marb I+.65

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Mill Brae Hoover Dam 5055

RE I+.98 top 3%

top 10%

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$W $F $G $B +57.89 +62.41 +39.70 +133.14

top 10%

Mill Brae Top Game 5102

Mill Brae Payweight 5086 CED BW

WW top 20%

$W $F $G $B +47.23 +67.79 +35.45 +136.09 top 15%

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+58 +108

Mill Brae Consensus 5088

CED BW

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WW

YW

SC

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+58

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Marb I+.67

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$W $F $G $B +56.64 +65.30 +41.79 +137.76 top 20%

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Angus industry

News and information provided by the American Angus Association ® & Certified Angus Beef , LLC.

Angus Names Allen Moczygemba CEO Texas native to lead the nation’s largest beef breed organization Allen Moczygemba, a native of San Antonio, Texas, is the new chief executive officer of the American Angus Association, effective Dec. 1, 2015.

Moczygemba will serve as the chief executive officer for the American Angus Association and for each of the Association’s subsidiaries: Angus Productions Inc., Certified Angus Beef LLC, Angus Genetics Inc. and the Angus Foundation. He will also be responsible for implementing the Association’s long-term strategic objectives and leading a team of more than 200 employees. The Association Board of Directors announced the decision today. “This is a great day for the American Angus Association and the Angus breed,” said Steve Olson, Association president. “Allen not only brings a fresh, strategic vision to our organization, but also a detailoriented, hands-on approach to leadership that will ensure our resources are focused on continuing to grow demand for Angus genetics and the Certified Angus Beef brand.” Moczygemba possesses nearly three decades of experience in the cattle business, managing business units, overseeing brands and building strategic relationships across the beef industry. He most recently served as vice president of marketing for Advanced Animal Diagnostics, a tech company developing on-farm animal-health diagnostic platforms. While serving as beef segment marketing director for Zoetis Animal Health and Pfizer Animal Health, he developed partnerships with organizations such as the American Quarter Horse Association, CattleFax, National Cattlemen’s Beef Association and the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association. He managed Progressive Beef, a program of standard operating procedures for the fed cattle sector that includes an independent third-party audit. The program’s standards align closely with major retailers, such as Performance Food Group. Moczygemba also was senior vice president for Farm Journal Database Strategies and vice president for Farm Journal Livestock Group, where he was publisher of Beef Today and Dairy Today magazines. “AAA enjoys a long and successful history in developing innovative ways to advance the Angus breed,” Moczygemba said. “I am excited about helping to write the next chapter for the breed and blazing new trails of opportunity for our members.”

Moczygemba received his degree in 1987 in agriculture communications from Southwest Texas State University. He and his wife, Venetta, have two sons, Lane and Ross.

Apply for the 2016 Beef Leaders Institute Submit applications by March 1 to be considered for the program.

The Beef Leaders Institute (BLI) is a premier leadership experience for American Angus Association® members that provides a look into the entire beef supply chain, while enhancing participant knowledge of the Association and strengthening their leadership skills. Angus producers between 25-45 years old are encouraged to apply for the ninth annual BLI scheduled for June 20-24, 2016. Applications are due back to the Association by March 1. “The Beef Leaders Institute is an annual highlight, as we bring together Angus breeders from across the country for an in-depth look at our business,” says Jaclyn Clark, Association director of events and education. “Participants gain practical knowledge, valuable connections and a greater appreciation for the role of quality beef in today’s marketplace.”

The program brings Angus producers together in Saint Joseph, Mo., for a series of informative sessions, followed by a three-day tour across several industry segments. During the event, BLI participants are able to tour a beef harvesting and packing facility, retailer, fabricator, feedlots and other industry segments, including the American Angus Association. Those selected will also learn about the ultimate end product — the Certified Angus Beef® brand — and how the branded beef program drives demand for quality Angus genetics.

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“BLI overall has been an excellent experience, and I encourage other producers to attend,” said Jed Connealy of Whitman, Neb. “It’s a unique opportunity to see many different sectors of the industry, and most of the things we’ve seen on BLI are things you don’t just walk in and see by yourself. It’s a really neat opportunity that cattlemen on all levels should take advantage of.” The Association provides transportation, lodging, meals and materials during BLI. Attendees will be responsible for roundtrip transportation between their home and either Kansas City or Saint Joseph, Mo. To apply, download an application at www.angus.org or contact the American Angus Association at 816-383-5100

Year-End News from the American Angus Auxiliary For more than 60 years, the American Angus Auxiliary has fostered valuable connections throughout the Angus business. By connecting likeminded women with one another, awarding Angus youth with scholarships or visiting with consumers about the Certified Angus Beef® (CAB®) brand, the Auxiliary invests much time and effort into the Angus breed’s future.

Recently the group of volunteer leaders gathered for annual activities, always held during the Angus Means Business National Convention & Trade Show Nov. 3-5 in Overland Park, Kan. The Auxiliary hosted the organization’s Annual Meeting, Annual Breakfast, the Miss American Angus competition, and many other social events. During the Auxiliary’s Annual Meeting on Nov. 3, the group elected the 2015-2016 officers and regional directors. Members of the newly-elected officer team are: President Shally Rogen, Brandon, S.D.; President-elect Julie Murnin, Huntley, Mont.; Secretary/Treasurer, Leslie Mindemann, Sullivan, Wis., and Advisor Lynne Hinrichsen, Westmoreland, Kan. The new president, Shally Rogen, Brandon, S.D., has been involved in the American Angus Auxiliary for nearly 20 years. Together with her husband, Dick, and two sons, Andrew and Alex, they raise registered Angus cattle in southeastern South Dakota. She has served as an Auxiliary regional director for more than three years, and has been an advisor to the South Dakota Junior Angus Association for 16 years. “The American Angus Auxiliary is really a blessing of friendship,” Rogen said. “It’s amazing how many friends you can make across the country who can get together and have that bond of Angus cattle and our children. It’s just the love of wanting to do more for our youth and the Angus breed.” Members are also proud to welcome President-elect Julie Murnin of Huntley, Mont. She is a past regional director for the Auxiliary and a member of the Montana Angus Auxiliary, serving as the vice president. She and her husband, Jared, are advisors for the Montana Junior Angus Association, and they have two children, Claire and Cooper. Leslie Mindemann, Sullivan, Wis., was elected secretary/ treasurer. Leslie has been a junior advisor, Region 5 director, a leader in both the Wisconsin Angus Association and the Wisconsin Auxiliary Association and chair for the 2002 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) in Milwaukee. Leslie and her husband, Rick, have three sons.

The retiring president, Lynne Hinrichsen, has served as president of the Kansas Angus Auxiliary, regional director for the American Angus Auxiliary, and is a member of the American Angus Association and Kansas Angus Association. Along with her husband, Ron, and children, Cale and Eva, the Hinrichsen family raises Angus cattle on R&L Angus in Westmoreland, Kan. The Auxiliary’s 2015 Regional Directors are: Region 1, Kathy Dubs, Montana; Region 2, Cindy Ahearn, Texas; Region 3, Karla Knapp, Iowa; Region 4, Melanie Kiani, Mississippi; Region 5, Deanna Hofing, Indiana; and Region 6, Gina Hope, Virginia. Regional Directors are a source of information for interested members throughout the country. ( continued on page 25 see Annual Traditions)

“High Performing Cattle Backed by Generations of Calving Ease Traits” 64 years of Breeding Quality Angus Cattle ♣ 1952-2016

Saturday, March 19, 2016 ♣ 1 p.m. ♣ at the Ranch 5 miles north and 2 1/2 west of Zenda, KS or 9 miles west, 9 miles south and 2 1/2 west of Kingman, KS

1 2 0 Bulls Sell 60 Females Sell

40 Yearling Females & 20 Fall Calving Females

Basin Payweight 1682

Reg # 17038724 BW +.4 WW +71 YW +119 Milk +21 Marb +.93 RE +.65 $B +189.52 Selling: 15 sons

EF Complement 8088

Reg # 16198796 BW -.1 WW +63 YW +118 Milk +26 Marb +.76 RE +.38 $B +127.64 Selling: 10 sons

This year’s sale will feature the first progeny that we have offered for sale by Basin Payweight 1682 (ABS). The female offering will be 40 fancy open replacement heifers from the heart of the herd.

The majority of the 20 Fall Calving Females that sell will be bred to LD Emblazon 999 (ABS) and KG Solution 0018 (Genex).

Molitor Angus Ranch is a family operation located in south-central Kansas and received the CAB Seedstock Commitment to Excellence Award in 2014. We were very honored to except this award for our contribution to the Angus Breed.

Reg # 16748826 BW +1.5 WW +66 YW +129 Milk +20 Marb +.66 RE +.42 $B +189.25 Selling: 12 sons

♣Other Main Service Sires♣ Molitor Danny 686-1138 – 6 sons Molitor Hoover Dam 008-112 - 6 sons HARB Efficient 819 – 8 sons LD Iron Mountain 23 - 10 sons Willekes Windy 326Z - 6 sons McCall Black Impression 2053 – 7 sons HA Outside 3878 - 4 sons

Reg # 16796888 BW –2.4 WW +69 YW +124 Milk +24 Marb +.47 RE +.74 $B +156.56 Selling: 18 sons

LD Embazon 999

Reg # 16665803 BW +.3 WW +71 YW +123 Milk +16 Marb +.64 RE +1.05 $B +176.76 Selling: 10 sons

Certified Angus Beef®

Jindra Double Vision

KG Solution 0018

Seedstock Commitment to Excellence Award 2014

Performance Calving Ease High Carcass Traits Gentle Dispositions

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SS CARC16 A | 1 p.m.

Wednesday, March 2, 20

Near Isabel, Kansas at Poland Angus Ranch

SELLING 70 ANGUS BULLS, INCLUDING: 25 Fall Yearling Angus Bulls 45 Spring Yearling Angus Bulls

CE: +12, BW: -0.1, WW: +63, YW: +118 79 MILK: +27, SC: +0.93, MARB: +0.79, RE: +0.38, $B: +129.

He Sells!

Sons of:

EF Complement Werner War Party Poss Total Impact Connealy Counselor KCF Bennett Absolute

VAR Discovery Sedgwicks Outlaw SS Cowboy Duff Jetset Cox Compliance

KCF Bennett Absolute

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CE: +13, BW: -0.9, WW: +66, YW: +122 33 MILK: +14, SC: +1.24, MARB: +0.88, RE: +0.87, $B: +163.

EPDs:

He Sells!

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By VAR Discovery

AAA#: 18237811

EPDs: CE: +0, BW: +2.2, WW: +77, YW: +140 08 MILK: +32, SC: +1.63, MARB: +0.69, RE: +0.71, $B: +165.

POLAND ANGUS RANCH

Richard Poland 11230 NE Harvest Rd. | Isabel, KS 67065 620.739.4587 - home | 620.886.1720 - cell www .pol anda ngu s.co m

By EF Complement AAA#: 18114434

CE: +9, BW: 0.5, WW: +59, YW: +108 MILK: +27, SC: NA, MARB: +0.39, RE: +0.56, $B: +115.36 EPDs:

CB FARMS Berry Bortz 30142 NE 100th Ave. | Preston, KS 67583 620.656.4425 - home | 620.546.6077 - cell www .cbf arm s.or g

Selection Pressure “Ensuring Customer Profitabilty with Extreme Selection Practices”

For almost 50 years, the Benoit cowherd has been selected with high expectations for reproductive efficiency, longevity, and superior performance. Our cowherd is expected to function in the same environment as our customer’s cattle. Benoit customers have come to expect profitable results from that selection pressure.

27th Annual Production Sale Thursday, March 17, 2016 . 1 pm

Selling : 150 Yearling Bulls . 20 Fall Yearling Bulls . 30 Registered Yearling Open Heifers Free Delivery

. 1st Season Breeding Guarantee . Complete Performance Data

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Connealy Confidence Plus

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BENOIT ANGUS RANCH

CED +15 . BW -1.2 . WW +60 . YW +110 . MILK +19 CEM +15 . SC +.29 . CW +39 . MARB +.60 . RE +1.09 $W +62.75 . $B +141.06

Recently leased to Genex The first crop of sons and daughters sell March 17

1-888-870-BULL Everett & Bonnie Benoit (785) 725-3231 Doug Benoit (785) 545-6806 . Chad Benoit (785) 545-8095 ebbenoit@ruraltel.net . www.BenoitAngus.com . 621 Hwy. 36 . Esbon, KS 66941

28th Annual

LYONS RANCH

Superior Genetics Sale Monday - March 7th, 2016 -Â 12:30 pm at the ranch - Manhattan, KS

- A sampling of bulls from the 2015 offering -

Visit us on the web at

www.LYONSRANCH.com Featuring 115 eighteen month old sons of Cole Creek Cedar Ridge, S Chisum 6175, SAV Priority, Connealy Thunder, Coleman Regis and more great sires!

- All EPDs enhanced through DNA testing through AGI -

The “Brand That PRODUCTION SALE

Works”

Tuesday, February 23, 2016 • 12:30 p.m.

SELLING:

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MCR Horizon Hoover Dam 754 • 18167000 • 9/6/14

MCR Horizon x Hoover Dam x Net Worth CED +11; BW -.1; WW +64; YW +108; SC +1.17; CEM +11; Milk +36; Marb +.66; REA +1.00; $W +87.92; $B +141.47 (Data as of 11/25/15)

Outcross superstar with the herd bull look and data to put you where you need to be. Top 10% CED; top 20% BW; top 5% WW; top 10% YW; top 3% REA; top 1% $W; and top 10% $B.

Fall and Spring Yearling Hereford and Angus Bulls &

MCR 755T 4R Domino 486 • P43565067 • Calved 9/8/14 Sire: TH 223 71l Victor 755T MGS: MSU TCF Revolution 4R CE 3.6; BW 2.3; WW 69; YW 104; MM 30; M&G 65; MCE 1.8; Uddr 1.25; Teat 1.25; SC 0.7; REA 0.81; MARB 0.26; BMI$ 18; CHB$ 36

486 is a calving ease, high performance bull with WW and YW EPD’s ranking in the top 1% of the breed, REA in the top 1% and MARB in the top 5% of the breed and CHB$ in the top 1%. His dam, 2134, is one of our very best Revolution daughters.

He is very stylish in his appearance, structurally very sound and is a definite herd sire prospect!

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MCR 2114 408 Domino 485 • 43564953 • Calved 9/8/2014 Sire: MCR About Time 242 2114 ET MGS: UPS Domino 3027 CE 6.1; BW 1.3; WW 57; YW 93; MM 31; M&G 60; MCE 2.8; MCW 90; Uddr 1.29; Teat 1.29; SC 1.1; REA 0.76; MARB 0.22; BMI$ 23; CHB$ 34

Calving ease numbers in the top 2% of the breed, REA and MARB in the top 7%, CHB$ top 2%. 485 combines calving ease, performance, superb udders and carcass traits in a complete herd sire package. His Dam, 1245, combines breed leading genetics from 3027, Harland and 8020. Combine that with 485’s sire side from About Time and Legend 242 – makes a very popular pedigree with calving ease and performance. A sure fire calving ease herd bull prospect!

Hereford and Angus Females Watch the sale and bid live online

MCR Trust Harland 493 • 43565088 • Calved 9/10/14

Sire: NJW 73S M326 Trust 100W ET MGS: CJH Harland 408 CE 0.6; BW 1.1; WW 60; YW 94; MM 34; M&G 63; MCE 4.0; MCW 82; Uddr 1.45; Teat 1.35; SC 1.3; REA 0.81; MARB 0.26; BMI$ 23; CHB$ 32

493 puts all the performance traits together. WW and YW EPD’s in the top 10% of the breed, Uddr and Teat EPD’s top 5%, REA top 1%, MARB top 7%, and CHB$ in the top 2%. With a 1.1 birth weight EPD and a REA EPD of .81, 493 puts all the performance traits together in a herd bull package. His dam, 8112, with Harland, Pure Gold, 386 and MCR donors 239 and 035 in her genetic background, has been one of our true foundation females for the important traits of fertility, udders and performance. Don’t miss this herd sire prospect!

Mill Creek Ranch

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K a n s a s J u n i o r A n g u s A s s o c i a ti o n Dear KJAA Members, Happy New Year! A new year brings many great things and this year that includes a new age rule for NJAA members. Members who are 8 years old on January 1 are eligible to compete in NJAA events. Complete details can be found on angus.org.

Make plans to attend the Kansas Angus Futurity in Hutchinson January 23-24, 2016. January 10 is the deadline for entries. If you are 14 or older and want to be a voting delegate at the NJAS for the NJAA board or represent Kansas on the NJAA board, the application is at www.kansasangus.org on the KJAA page and due January 10. Nationals will take place in Grand Island, NE July 3-9, 2016. Girls who are high school freshmen to age 21, consider competing for the Miss Kansas Angus & Ambassador Program. College sophomores, do not forget the Kenneth and Lorene Moore Scholarship. Applications for both can be found on www.kansasangus.org on the Auxiliary page and are also due January 10. In addition, remember to apply for your bronze and silver awards when you are eligible. The application can be found at njaa.info.

We have our annual semen auction at the banquet on January 23 to support the KJAA members! Also, don't forget to mark your calendars for our summer preview show June 3-4, 2016.

See you soon, ,

Esther McCabe KJAA President

NJAA Announces New Age Rule for Competition Eight-year-old members of the National Junior Angus Association (NJAA) are now eligible to show at Angus-sponsored competitions across the country. The new age rule, approved by the American Angus Association Board of Directors and the National Junior Angus Board (NJAB), takes effect Jan. 1, 2016.According to the new rule, an exhibitor’s birthdate must fall between Jan. 1, 1995, and Dec. 31, 2007, to compete and be either a junior, regular or life member of the American Angus Association. Major NJAA-sponsored shows. For a complete listing of upcoming shows and events, entry deadlines and requirements, visit www.angus.org or contact the Association’s events and education department by calling 816-383-5100.

Ks Angus Futurity Junior Show & Judging Contest Sunday, January 24 . Entry Deadline January 10. See page 11. KJAA Meeting & Show check-in Jan 23. See page 1 for complete schedule.

KJAA OFFICERS 2015-16 (Term Aug 1 to Aug 1) President: - Esther McCabe, Elk City, esthermccabe123@yahoo.com (620) 636-0245) President Elect: Chelsey Figge, Onaga 1st Vice President: Megan Green, Leavenworth 2nd Vice President: Luke Sankey, Andale Secretary: Anna Carpenter, Wamego Treasurer: Grady Dickerson, Paradise Reporter - Cale Hinrichsen, Westmoreland Historian: Morgan Woodbury, Quenemo Past President: Cody Theis, Leavenworth Membership Directors: Caleb Flory, Baldwin City, Alex Cozzitorto, Lawrence, Reid Shipman, Manhattan

KJAA Applications for NJAA Voting Delegate or Candidate due Jan.10 According to the guidelines and by-laws of the KJAA any member wanting to be considered for election for a delegate or candidate at the annual meeting of the NJAA must declare prior to the January ( Ks Angus Futurity) meeting of the KJAA. To submit an application visit www.kansasangus.org click on the KJAA page and look for the online submission application. KJAA election will be on 1/23/16 during the KJAA meeting held in conjunction with the Kansas Angus Association annual meeting, banquet and KAF junir show. The NJAA annual meeting will ne in Grand Island, NE during the National Jr. Angus Show. Applications due Jan 10, 2016 late applications and nominations from the floor are not accepted.

Sarah and Clay Pelton Earn Junior Bronze and Silver Awards Sarah Pelton, Paradise, Kan., has earned the National Junior Angus Association’s (NJAA) Bronze and Silver awards. The 16-year-old daughter of Chris and Susan Pelton attends Natoma High School and is a member of the NJAA and the Kansas Junior Angus Association, where she serves as director. She has participated in state and national shows and showmanship contests. At the National Junior Angus Show (NJAS), Sarah participated in quiz bowl, team sales, team marketing, extemporaneous speaking and livestock judging contests and the All-American Certified Angus Beef® Cook-Off. She was a participant in the mentoring program from 2011 2015. She also participated in the Leaders Engaged in Angus Development (LEAD) conferences in 2014 and 2015. She has submitted weight data to the Angus Herd Improvement Records (AHIR®).

Clay Pelton, has earned the National Junior Angus Association’s (NJAA) Bronze and Silver awards. The 13-year-old son of Chris and Susan Pelton attends Paradise Junior High School and is a member of the NJAA and the Kansas Junior Angus Association. He has participated in state and national shows and showmanship contests. At the National Junior Angus Show (NJAS), Clay participated in quiz bowl, team sales, extemporaneous speaking and livestock judging contests and the All-American Certified Angus Beef® Cook-Off. He was a participant in the mentoring program in 2010 and then again in 2012-2015. 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, 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.

DIRECTORS District 1: Kady Figge, Onaga District 2: Laura Carpenter, Wamego District 5: Ethan Dickerson, Paradise District 6: Bryanna Hite, Valley Center Director’s At-Large: Sarah Pelton, Paradise.; Bailey Osborne, Murdock; Grace Shive, Mount Hope; Taylor Nikkel, Maple Hill.

ADVISORS Advisors 3yr term Howard & Elise Woodbury….... hhwoodbury@hotmail.com (3rd year 2013) David and Stephanie Dickerson.. stephanie@gorhamtel.com (2nd year 2014) David and Susan Shipman…...... sshipman@kstatesports.com (1st year 2015) Anne Lampe…………….……...………….……...(620)872-3915 home/office, 620-874- 4273 cell, .kansasangus@wbsnet.org

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2016 Kansas Angus Futurity Junior Show January 24, Hutchinson,KS 1. The Kansas Angus Futurity Junior Show will be held at 9 a.m. Sunday, January 24, 2016 at the Kansas State Fairgrounds in Hutchinson. A $10 entry fee applies to each animal entered. Females entered in the bred and owned show may also be shown in the owned show provided entries are made and fees are paid for both shows. Ribbons for each class will be provided as will champion and reserve champion ribbons and awards. Division champions may be named in some categories.

2015 and be bred and owned by the exhibitor. Calf must be registered by show date. Steers must be born on/after Jan. 1, 2015. Bulls must be born on/ after Jan.1, 2014. Classes will be determined by number entered and birth date.

3. All show entries must be at the show facilities by 2 p.m. Saturday, January 23 Entries may arrive as early as Friday, January 22, 1 pm; but must be stalled in designated area only. Animals are released following the show. All entries will be checked-in between 2-3 p.m. on Saturday, January 23 & must stay on grounds after check in.

6. Cattle will be stalled in the Prairie Pavilion in a designated area only. Tie-outs will be available. No feed, hay or straw will be available for purchase.

Entries due Jan 10 Enter online www.kansasangus.org

peewee division)

8. Classes for registered Angus steers, commercial purebred Angus steers and Angus-based predominantly black (51% black) crossbred steers (Angus sire or dam) born after January 1, 2015 will 5. Exhibitors must be members Kansas Junior Angus be offered. All steer classes will be judged as Association to participate. If not a member you can prospects. Registered steers will be shown by age. join at the show. Cattle must be shown by the recorded owner unless 2 in the same class in such 9. All bulls must be bred-and-owned. case another KJAA member may show. In the case 2. All owned heifers and Angus steers must be 10. Show order is steers, bred & owned heifers, of illness or injury a KJAA member may be allowed properly transferred in the sole name of the exhibitor; to show in your place with a written doctor’s excuse. owned heifers, cow-calf pairs, B & O bulls and registered and on record at the American Angus showmanship.

Notice must be received at check in. In the case of Association as of Jan 10, 2016. Bred and owned an emergency illness or injury at the show after cattle must be registered by show date. Original cattle check-in , the show chairman (KJAA president) 11. The “Fitting and Grooming Rules #11” of the American Angus Association will be followed. No registration papers and tattoos will be checked at must be notified prior to the class in order for a paint or other coloring agents are allowed. Aerosols the show. Any animal that is not tattooed or has an substitute showman. Failure to show a doctor’s incorrect tattoo will not be allowed to show. Freeze excuse or in the case of a show emergency contact are not permitted in the designated show ring make up area. DRESS code: All exhibitors must wear brands allowed as per American Angus Association with show chairman prior to entering the class will shirts with collars. rules. result in disqualification of the entry.

4. Females eligible to show must be born in on/after Sept. 1, 2013 With the exception of cow/calf pairs.

Calf must be latest natural calf born on/after Sept. 1,

7. Showmanship will be divided into the following divisions: Pee-wee( non exhibitors-ages 8 and under/ enter at show); Novice ages 9 and under Junior (ages 10-13); Intermediate (ages 14-17); and Senior (ages 18-21). All ages are as of January 1, 2016 Each contestant must be an exhibitor at the show and show own animal with exception of

12. Entries and fees should be sent to KJAA President ,Esther McCabe . Checks made payable to KJAA; fees paid at the time of entry. No late entries will be accepted. Entries must be postmarked on or before January 10, 2016 or submitted online by 11:59 pm CST on Jan. 10 .

Online entries are preferred.

Judge: Mark Johnson, Stillwater, OK

ENTER and pay fees online

www.kansasangus.org

2016 Kansas Angus Futurity Junior Show Entry Form Division 1 Division 2 Division 3

Registered Angus Steers Commercial Purebred Angus Steers Angus-based Crossbred Steers (Angus sire or dam) see rule 8.

Division 4 Bred-and-Owned Heifers Division#

Name of Animal

Division 5 Owned Heifers Division 6 Cow-Calf Pairs Division 7 Bred-and-Owned Bulls Division 8– showmanship

Registration #

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___________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________ Div 8- Showmanship_ □ Ages 9 & under □ Ages 10-13 □Ages 14-17 □ Ages 18-21(age as of 1/1/2016) no fee Use additional pages if necessary. PRINT or TYPE please. Copies accepted Name __________________________________________ Date of birth ________Age________ Address ________________________________ City, State, Zip ___________________________ Telephone ______________________________ E-mail _________________________________ NJAA Member Code ____________________ Are you a first time KJAA exhibitor? ____________ Are you a KJAA member? ___________ (if no, please include $5 for dues) $10 per head $_______Total

Entries must be postmarked on/before JANUARY 10, 2015–no late entries-on line www.kansasangus.org Make check payable to KJAA- Return entry form and $10 per entry to

KJAA President Esther McCabe, 6075 CR 1950, Elk City, Ks 67344

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Five buses departed Overland Park on a beautiful fall day for the Pre–National Angus Convention Tour. Over 200 guests enjoyed a full day of touring, visiting host ranches, viewing display cattle, networking, hospitality and making friends.

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Hosted by the Kansas Angus Association, American Angus Association and host ranches: Mill Brae Ranch, Maple Hill; May Way Farms, Baldwin City and Chair Rock, Greeley.

Photos by Anne Lampe

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7HAR Honored for Historic Angus Herd 7HAR Harrison Angus Ranch has been home to Angus cattle for more than 50 years. Herbert and Billy Harrison, Howard, Kan., began raising cattle as a result of their seven children’s 4-H projects. What began as a learning experience for the children grew into an operation that has lasted 50 years.

To recognize their dedication to the Angus breed, the American Angus Association is proud to name 7HAR Harrison Angus Ranch as a Historic Angus Herd. The award is presented to Angus breeders or immediate families who have been in continuous production of registered Angus cattle for 50 years or more.

Herbert Harrison chose the Angus breed, not only for its rich heritage, but also because his friend, Fred Adair, also raised Angus cattle. In 1965, Herbert bought his first registered-Angus female from Adair and joined the American Angus Association. The Harrison’s foundation cattle were purchased from the McCurry Brothers and the Laflins in the 1960s. Their genetics include Sedgwick’s Erica 153, HMH Commodore 85, and the Adelette, Edwina, and Blackcap Roses lines. Herbert and his wife, Lula Mae, have seven children who have helped with the Angus herd through the years. They started using artificial insemination (AI) in 1973 using top Angus sires. Through the 1990s, the oldest sibling, Reed, selected the AI sires and genetics. Their 2014 bulls were sired by Final Answer, Connealy Irish, Connealy Thunder, Net Worth, and their own In Focus 3. They also used Zoetis 50K DNA testing.

The family formed an LLC in 2009, and all seven siblings manage the herd alongside William Harrison, full -time herd manger (and the fourth brother of the family). The rest of the family work the cattle with him during weaning, syncing, vaccinations, and freeze branding.

The Harrison family continues to manage their seedstock herd of 65-plus registered-Angus cows, consistently producing quality AI calves year after year, alongside quality calves from their herd bulls. Their passion for the Angus business, started more than 50 years ago, is sure to continue for many years to come.

Visit www.angus.org for more information on the Historic Angus Herd Award and view a list of awarded members since the program began in 1988.

— Written by Melinda R. Cordell, Angus Media

The Kansas Angus Association board of directors recognized Robert K. (Bob) Bailey during the open Angus show at the Kansas State Fair.

Bob retired as KAA treasurer and bookkeeper after 10 years of service on June 30, 2015. He was presented with a custom made buckle.

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Zagar Angus Farm 557 East 610 Ave. ▪ Girard, Ks 66743 (620)724-4086 Herd Sires: JAK 022 Prompter C34 , Sydgen Massive 9518, Sydgen 1386 Design 3389, Checkerhill Madrid N11, Sydgen 2088 Focus 9003

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Showring Purple Lazy JB Lady Evelyn 434 won overall Angus female and grand champion owned female at the 2015 Northern International Livestock Exposition (NILE) Junior Angus Show, Oct. 15 in Billings, Mont. Morgan Wise, Topeka, Kan., owns the March 2014 daughter of WK Uppercut 0582. She earlier won junior champion, and Morgan received the Jamie R. Stevenson Memorial Youth Award. Clint Sexson, Pendelton, Ore., evaluated the 82 entries. She also won junior champion heifer at the 2015 Northern International Livestock Exposition (NILE) Roll of Victory (ROV) Angus Show, Oct. 16 .

Schillings R&L Classified won senior bull calf champion at the 2015 American Royal Super Point Roll of Victory (ROV) Angus Show, Oct. 31 in Kansas City, Mo. Eva Hinrichsen, Westmoreland, Kan., owns the winning bull. Photo by Adam Conover, American Angus Association

KS Angus Calendar KAA Annual Meeting, Banquet, 1/23-24/2016 KAF Jr Show 2/6/2016 Swearngin Angus Ranch 2/19/2016 Lundgren Angus Ranch 2/23/2016 Mill Creek Ranch 2/25/2016 GG&T Cattle Co. Bull Sale 2/26/2016 Southwest Angus Genetics Bull Sale 3/1/2016 Dix Angus Ranch Bull Sale 3/2/2016 Carcass Plus Bull Sale 3/2/2016 Ferguson Angus 3/3/2016 JMB Angus & Friends 3/4/2016 The Legacy Sale– KS State University 3/5/2016 Laflin Angus Ranch 3/6/2016 Lazy H Ranch 3/7/2016 Lyons Ranch 3/9/2016 May-Way Farms 3/9/2016 Stucky Ranch 3/10/2016 BJ Angus Genetics 3/10/2016 McCurry Angus Ranch Bull Sale 3/11/2016 Bar S Ranch 3/12/2016 Mill Brae Ranch 3/12/2016 SF Farms PT Bull Sale 3/15/2016 Hinkson Angus Ranch 3/16/2016 Mid-Kansas Angus Breeders' Sale 3/16/2016 Woodbury Farms 3/17/2016 Benoit Angus Ranch 3/19/2016 Molitor Angus Farm 3/19/2016 Stratford Angus 3/20/2016 April Valley Farm PT Bull & Female Sale 3/20/2016 Vision Quest Angus Ranch 3/21/2016 Beran Bros.

3/21/2016 High Tech Beef 3/21/2016 Lindell Angus High Tech Beef Sale 3/22/2016 Black Velvet Cattle 3/23/2016 Larson Angus Ranch 3/24/2016 McCabe Genetics 3/26/2016 New Haven Angus 3/28/2016 Oleen Bros.

3/29/2016 KW Cattle Co. Bull Sale 3/30/2016 Flat Iron Angus 4/2/2016 Gardiner Angus Ranch 4/4/2016 Green Garden Angus 4/4/2016 Herbster Angus Farms Bull Sale 4/6/2016 Kansas Bull Test Sale 4/7/2016 Kaiser Angus 4/9/2016 Strong Angus 4/18/2016 Ohlde Cattle Co. 5/21/2016 Chair Rock Ranch

Hutchinson, KS Lawrence, KS Gove, KS Manhattan, KS Quinter, KS Dodge City, KS Stockton, KS Isabel, KS Agra, KS Sharon Springs, KS Manhattan, KS Manhattan, KS Hays, KS Manhattan, KS Overbrook, KS Kingman, KS Manhattan, KS Burrton, KS Paradise, KS Maple Hill, KS Garnett, KS Cottonwood Falls, KS La Crosse, KS Overbrook, KS Esbon, KS Zenda, KS Pratt, KS Leavenworth, KS Yates Center, KS Claflin, KS Leonardville, KS Leonardville, KS Mankato, KS Sharon Springs, KS Elk City, KS Leavenworth, KS Dwight, KS Fort Scott, KS Washington, KS Ashland, KS Ellsworth, KS Falls City, NE (sale Marysville, KS) Beloit, KS Park, KS Gardner, KS Marysville, KS Greeley, KS

Submit your Sale or Event

Send Kansas Angus sale dates and events to Kansasangus@wbsnet.org.

KAA members and KAN advertisers may list their sale/event on the calendar free of charge. It is the responsibly of the member to submit dates.

The length of the calendar in each KAN is at the discretion of the editor; for more dates visit www.kansasangus.org or www.angus.org

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Kansas Angus Auxiliary It is a new year which means new beginnings. Winter calves are arriving and a new show season is upon us.

With that said, I look forward to seeing each of you at this year’s Futurity, January 22 - 23, 2016! The women’s association will hold their annual winter meeting on the Kansas State Fairgrounds at 11:00 a.m. We welcome all women to join us in fellowship and leadership as we start this new year. During this time we will recognize our out-going Miss Kansas Angus 2015, Morgan Woodbury, and our candidates for the title of Miss Kansas Angus 2016. It is with great pride that we continue to support these young ladies as they represent Kansas Juniors and the Kansas Angus industry.

The evening of the 22nd, we encourage everyone to take the opportunity to support our juniors as we hold the annual Auxiliary Scholarship Auction.

This year I would like for all that are donating items, and those bidding, to know that it isn’t the quantity that matters, but the heart. Even if you believe that you’re too small to have an impact, consider trying to go to bed with a mosquito…! Even the smallest contribution can change the future of our juniors. The money raised during the auction will go towards funding future scholarships. Every “holler” from the crowd is a dollar of support!

Megin R. O’Brien

Kansas Angus Auxiliary President

►Ken & Lorene Moore Scholarship

Applications Due Jan 10. College sophomores eligible to apply. Application Pillow online at www.kanasangus.org

Items needed for annual Auxiliary Scholarship Auction and Hospitality Don’t forget to bring an item for the annual Auxiliary Auction to benefit the scholarship program to be held during the Annual Banquet on January 23.

Unique items with Angus or western themes as well as baked goods and hand crafted items usually sell well. Bring the item to the banquet with you .

Hospitality The KAA Auxiliary will host hospitality on Saturday, January 23, 2015 for members during meetings and educational programs being held throughout the day at the Kansas State Fairgrounds, Prairie Pavilion. Please bring to snacks and baked goodies to Prairie Pavilion office by 10 am Saturday. There is no need to individually wrap or bag.. Thank you so much for your generous contribution Tonya Theis, Ks Angus Auxiliary Hospitality chairman.

Annual traditions ( continued from page 4) The American Angus Auxiliary hosted their Annual Breakfast Nov. 4 at the Sheraton in Overland Park, just prior to the day’s National Angus Convention events. Nearly 275 people enjoyed the meal, which featured the CAB® brand, followed by entertainment by cowboy poet Ron Wilson. Kansas was in the spotlight during the event, as the Auxiliary paid tribute to Lynne Hinrichsen, retiring president, and her home state. Each attendee received a beautiful Angus bracelet. In addition, 2015 Miss American Angus Madison Butler addressed the crowd on her year of service to the Angus breed. The Angus Gift Barn is also a popular fundraiser for the Auxiliary each year, and National Angus Convention participants enjoy shopping their newest items for sale. Angus clothing, jewelry, household items, framed prints and much more were available for purchase in Overland Park.

“If you’re looking for gift ideas throughout the year, we’d encourage you to visit the Angus Gift Barn online at angusgiftbarn.com, and you can also submit your membership online,” Rogen says. “All proceeds go toward supporting our breed’s next generation through scholarships and awards.” Learn more about the American Angus Auxiliary online at www.angusauxiliary.com.

►Miss Kansas Angus & Ambassador Program

Girls high school age to 21 Applications due Jan 10, contact Anne at KansasAngus@wbsnet.org or application and info online www.kansasangus.org 2015 KS Angus Auxiliary Leaders

Placemats

President -Megin O’Brien….620.802.1482 Vice President- Beverly Figge…..785.889.4470 Secretary– Wendy Flory Treasurer- Lori Fink……. 785.532.8171 Reporter– Melissa Cozzitorto Past President/Advisor- Karen Santee….620.596.2532 Hospitality Chairman– Tonya Theis Miss Ks Angus Program Chairman– Anne Lampe Ways & Means Chairman– Mary McCurry Achievement Awards Chairman- Wendy Flory Scholarship Committee 2015– Chairman Melissa Cozzitorto, Members: Melody McCurry, Ann Sankey

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20635 Hessdale Road Alma, KS 66401 David Breiner 785-449-2841 Cell 785-456-4790 Chad Breiner 785-564-2091 Ryan Breiner 785-207-3070 Bob & Derek Moore Annual Sale last Tuesday in February

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“Take every chance you get in life, because some things only happen once.”

It has been a true honor to serve as the 2015 Miss Kansas Angus.

When I was first selected, I didn’t know all the experiences this year would hold in store for me. I quickly realized it was more than I had ever imagined. This has been a year that I will truly never forget. Traveling hundreds of miles to various places around our state and to Junior Nationals in Tulsa, Oklahoma, made for many memorable moments with family and friends. Meeting new people that I have become good friends with is also a highlight from my year and something I will treasure for years to come. I am sure our paths will cross again while attending shows, sales, or other events. As I finish up my junior year of high school and think about my senior year, I sometimes wonder what the future holds in store for me. While I have lots of decisions to make, one thing I know for sure is that I look forward to continuing my involvement in our association.

The quote I started out with is something I took to heart when I started this year. I knew that this was my one and only year to serve the Angus breed as Miss Kansas Angus. I took every chance that I was able to this year and now I can look back saying I had so much fun. I would like to thank the Kansas Angus Association, Kansas Junior Angus Association, Kansas Angus Auxiliary, and the families and farms that have donated to the Miss Kansas Angus program. It would not be possible without you all. I would also like to thank my parents and brother for taking me to shows and sales. I couldn’t have gone to most of the things I went to without you guys! I cannot thank everyone enough for this opportunity to serve the Angus breed. I wish you the best for 2016!

Thank you again for an amazing year!

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Miss Kansas Angus 2015

Morgan Woodbury Quenemo, Ks

Photo by Wrenn Bird Photography

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