Kansas Angus News - January 2018

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Page 1. Association News Kansas Angus Association Annual Meeting ▪ Banquet ▪ Futurity Jr. Show January 20-21, 2018 ▪ Lawrence, Ks

Retallick to Speak at Annual Meeting Program

Jan 20, 2 pm, Doubletree Hotel This past year our Association has been through The Ks Angus Association (KAA) annual meeting banquet and junior show several changes and embarked on new frontiers to will be Jan 20-21, 2018. The meetings and educational presentations are provide the best tools for the membership. During on Saturday, January 20 at the Doubletree Hotel, Lawrence. The annual the educational session, members will hear an update from Performance Programs and Angus banquet which will include a social hour, the Kansas Angus Auxiliary scholarship auction, honorary member induction, KAA Directory page auc- Genetics, Inc. from the development and use of tion and Miss Kansas Angus crowning is at the Doubletree later Saturday Angus GS™, future research projects, new DNA sampling methods and more. Hear important updates the evolution of evening. programs including the Structures Sire Evaluation, MaternalPlus™ Program and future research EPDs including foot scoring.

The junior show will be on Sunday, January 21 at 9 am. at the Douglas County Fairgrounds, Lawrence Kelli Retallick currently serves as the Genetic Services Director for Angus the junior show includes classes for registered AnGenetics. In her role, she assists in coordinating genetic education and gus owned heifers, bred and owned heifers and bulls, steers and cow/calf pairs as well as commeroutreach programs tailored to Angus breeders and commercial cattle producers. She also works closely with other Association entities to enhance cial purebred and steers and predominantly black strategic development of predictable supply chains using the available Angus based cross bred steers. The entry deadline technologies and networks. for the junior show is January 10, late entries are not accepted. ( see page 7) .Shane Bedwell will evaluate the junior show.

Growing up on a seedstock operation, Retallick developed a strong appreciation for Angus and the beef industry. Her interest in genetics and wholeherd selection motivated her to obtain a bachelor’s degree in Animal SciHotel: f you have not made hotel reservations, please reserve now. Headquarters are Doubletree Hotel Lawrence Ks. Rate is $109. Cat- ence from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and a master’s degree in tle may arrive on Fairgrounds Friday Jan 19 after 12 noon and must be in Animal Breeding and Genetics from Kansas State University. At K-State, she worked closely with scientists at the US Meat Animal Research Center Saturday Jan 20 mid-morning show is Sunday There are other events in in Nebraska to compare alternative gain sources for capturing feed effiLawrence that weekend so please reserve early here is a direct link to book online .Booking Link: http://group.doubletree.com/ ciency data. ksangusassociation or call the hotel directly- 785-841-7077 Hotel: Doubletree by Hilton Lawrence Group Name: Kansas Angus Association, Group The Quilt Fundraiser code KNA block rate is guaranSupport the KJAA with a chance to Win teed till Dec 28 The members of the Kansas Jr. Angus Association will begin selling tickets for a chance to own Make banquet reservations by this beautiful quilt. Tickets are $10 each or 6 for Jan 10 www kansasangus.org $50 . After months of designing and late nights online. If you cannot reserve piecing, sewing and machine embroidering, online please email or call Anne Jennifer Rose, Twin Falls Angus, Cheney creatkansasangus@wbsnet.org , 620ed a true work of art. The drawing held at the 874-4273, include the number of adult meals annual KAA banquet on January 20.To purand children’s meals ( under 10 only) along with chase tickets contact a KJAA member or order by mail. To order quilt your name. Online reservations preferred. fundraiser tickets by mail send a check payable to the Ks Jr Angus AssociSchedule of Events ation to c/o Alex Cozzitorto, 663 E 550 Rd, Lawrence, KS 66047. $10 per Friday, Jan. 19 ticket or 6 for $50. After purchase your ticket receipts will be mailed to you.

1 pm—Barn and tie outs open to receive Jr cattle– Douglas Co. Fairgrounds Miss Kansas Angus Contest– Doubletree Hotel—Time TBA Saturday, Jan .20 10 am– Deadline for junior cattle to arrive 10 am to 11 am- junior cattle check in 11 am -Ks Angus Auxiliary meeting–Fairgrounds 12 pm– KJAA meeting, Douglas Co. Fairgrounds 2 pm– Ks Angus Association educational program– Doubletree Hotel • Kelli Retallick, Angus Genetics, Inc • Merck Animal Health.

3: pm – KAA Annual Meeting -Doubletree Hotel 6:30 pm—pre-banquet social -Doubletree Hotel, cash bar 7:30 pm– Banquet (sponsored in-part by Merck) - ticket and reservation required.

After banquet social till 11 pm.

Sunday, Jan 21 9 am—Ks Angus Futurity Junior Show—Douglas County Fairgrounds

Commercial Female Sale Junction City is March 23 Junction City— Consignments being accepted now

The KAA is proud to sponsor its annual Commercial Angus Female Sale this spring at JC Livestock Sales, Junction City on Friday, March 23 at 6 pm. We are in search of high quality, pairs, fall bred cows, bred heifers and open heifers to offer at this sale. All consignments must be 8 years or younger and meet Certified Angus Beef ® live specs ,(show obvious black Angus influence and predominately black hided) please request an entry form from sale chairman Jace Johnson or you can find a form and submit online at www.kansasangus.org. Jace Johnson (620)767-2689, johnsoncattle@yahoo.com. To be included in sale listings and advertising consign by March 1. Consignments taken until sale day, cattle must arrive by 2 pm sale day.

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The President’s Pen Decisions, Decisions: We in the Angus business make many a decision that have significant impact on our lives. Consider this, it is not only our self-decisions that impact us but also the decisions of others. For instance, we did not make the decision of when or where we were born or who our parents would be. We did not make the decision as to whom our ancestry would stem from, and with that, I would like to focus in on one such ancestor which we all have in common.

That common ancestor Adam, made a decision that has impacted every one of his descendants since.

With the height of humanism and “self-esteem”, Adam made a decision and defied God’s words in Gen 2:17; “in the day thou eatest thereof, thou shalt surely die,” (Before going on, take note the penalty for Adam’s sin was death only. It was not an ongoing burning torture chamber the churches and most of “churchianity” teach today) The penalty was simply death. Would to God we get that false burning hell idea out of our heads once and for all. If that is the penalty, then we are all doomed as Jesus Christ did not burn in hell forever to make redemption. Finishing up with Adam, Romans 5;12 “Wherefore, as by oneman (Adam) sin entered into the world, and death by sin, and so death passed upon all men…….” So, you see, Adam’s arrogant decision had great impact upon our lives as Paul plainly states in 1st Corinthians 15:22; “For as in Adam ALL DIE……Sounds pretty gloomy, right? But let us not stop there!!!!!!There just happens to be another that made a decision for all of us. That person of course, being the LORD JESUS CHRIST. Paul goes on in verse 22; “even so in Christ shall all be made alive.” Friends, that is the Gospel, that is the “good news.” Space does not allow me to elaborate on all the scriptures about Christs redemptive act but to “make a long story short”, His decision to die for us on the tree paid the simple, scriptural payment for sin which again was simply death. Death is what His decision “saved” us from, or I should say eternal death for we still die but not all is lost.. Starting back in 1st Corinthians 15:23, Paul follows up “even so in Christ shall all be made alive.” “But every man in his own order, Christ the first fruits, (that has happened with Jesus’s resurrection) afterward they that are Christ’s (when) at his coming.” (Not at our death) but at his coming. Paul goes on, “Then cometh the end, (read for yourself verses 24-28 to find what happens after his coming, which includes “The last enemy that shall be destroyed is death.” And verse 28 which results in the ultimate plan of god for all mankind, “that god may be all in all.”

So you see, God, being sovereign over all creation had that decision made for all of us mortal adamites. yes, we must make that most important decision of our lives for Paul says Romans 10:9 “That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the LORD Jesus Christ and shalt believe in thine heart that God raised him from the DEAD, thou SHALT BE SAVED. Paul also declares Philippians 2:10 “That the name of Jesus every knee should bow…….and that every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ is lord, to the glory of god the father. Jesus confirms such in John 12:32 “And I, if I be lifted up from the earth, will draw all men to me.” Friends, if you have not yet made that decision, I urge you to make it now, don’t make it hard, Christ made that decision for you and you will be drawn! Praise Jesus Name.!

Larry Lundgren, Gove 2017 Kansas Angus Association President Notes & News from Anne Start off the New Year by joining fellow KAA members and friends January 20-21 at our 2018 location in Lawrence for the Annual Meeting, Banquet and Futurity Jr Show, see page 1 for the schedule of events and more information.

Wishing you a very happy and healthy New Year.

Anne S. Lampe, Ks Angus News, editor ; Kansas Angus Association, Secretary/ Manager ,kanssangus@wbsnet.org , 620-874-4273 cell

Page 1. Association News……………….....1 KAA Annual Meeting, Banquet & Jr Show Schedule ……………………………………1 Editors Notes, KAA, KAN Info………........2 Angus Industry............................................. 4

KJAA ………………………………………6 KAF Jr Show Entry Form ………………....7 From Humble Beginnings to 26 Years of Success Commercial Female Sale, Pratt……………….12 Auxiliary………….…………………...............18 Showring Purple………………………………20 KAA Calendar ………………………..……...24

Cover Photo and design by Anne Lampe.

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President : Larry Lundgren, Gove Vice President : Neal Haverkamp, Bern Secretary/Mgr: Anne Lampe, Scott City (620) 874-4273 (cell) Treasurer: Brandon New, Leavenworth Past President: Stuart Rose, Cheney District Directors Term Expires # 1 Lynne Hinrichsen , Westmoreland ……….….……….2019 # 2 Jason Flory, Baldwin City ………..…….…..... ….. . 2020 # 3 Flinton McCabe, Elk City ………………..………... ..2020 # 4 Deb Bartholomew, Mankato ..…….…….….............2019 # 5 Mark Rohr, Hays………………….....………….....,.. 2018 # 6 John McCurry, Burrton……………….…..…….…… .2019 # 7 Brady Larson, Sharon Springs….……………...…....2019 # 8 Darin Huck, Dodge City……………………....…. ..2019 Directors At Large (Commercial) Jace Johnson, Dwight……………………..…………… ..2019 Cash Schilling, Edson……………………...…......... ….2020 Jeff Klausmeyer , Clearwater..……….……….. …..…. .2018 Directors At Large (Purebred) Chad Breiner, Alma………………….…………………....2020 Clint Woodrow, Emporia …………… ………….… …..2019 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.

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2017 Marks Another Successful Year for Angus

Print production still remains a staple at API. Targeted to the Association membership, the Angus Journal maintains a paid circulation of 13,000. The 98-year-old American Angus Association year-end report shows continued growth and sucpublication began a redesign process in July 2017 and will introduce its new look cess.

The American Angus Association experienced another outstanding year, confirmed with the January 2018 issue at the NWSS in Denver. The Angus Beef Bulletin¨ will follow and is scheduled to get a redesign later in 2018. by the 2017 fiscal year-end report. From coast to coast, producers were affected API has a growing online presence to accompany its print publications with 16 by deadly wildfires, unprecedented flooding, tropical storms and more. Despite a year plagued by natural disasters, Angus producers were resilient, and the Associ- million digital sale book views, 3,000 e-blast subscribers and more than 30,000 downloads of the Angus Mobile App. In addition, the Angus Journal has accumuation's membership persevered. lated more than 13,000 likes on its Facebook page, which is focused on sharing information with Angus producers.

Registrations for Angus cattle totaled 332,421 head in fiscal year 2017, which began from Oct. 1, 2016, and ended Sept. 30, 2017. That's the 17th largest numConnecting with members ber of registrations in the Association's 134-year history, despite a less than one This year, the communications group moved from API back to the Association and percent decline in registrations compared to 2016.

"I'm honored to report that, across the Association's entities, there were a number welcomed five new team members to refocus Association-wide communications efforts. The team utilized social media to connect with members and has grown the of outstanding achievements in 2017," said Allen Moczygemba, American Angus Association's digital presence. The Association ended the year with 110,000 likes Association CEO. "Perhaps the biggest highlight of the year was the revamped on Facebook, 14,600 Twitter followers and 19,600 Instagram followers. Angus.org National Western Angus Bull Sale held in Denver last January." generated 28 million views, and the Association sent out 200 news releases to The year got off to a running start at the National Western Stock Show in Denver. keep membership up to date with Association news.

The 2017 Angus Bull Sale, an event on many producers' calendars, drew the larg- Angus TV ended the year with more than 737,000 views. Next year will be filled est agricultural crowd to the National Stadium Arena since the 1950s. As the only with change for The Angus Report. 2017 marked its sixth year on RFD-TV, and the sale managed by the American Angus Association, it brings together consignments show is set for a redesign in early 2018. The 30-minute show is a leading source of industry news for cattlemen and women across the country. from breeders across the country. The sale grossed an impressive $306,250 and averaged $6,805 on 45 lots of bulls and five embryo packages. The sale highlighted the breed's passionate membership and dedicated staff.

Youth, education and research.

The Angus Foundation, the nonprofit arm of the American Angus Association, has The Association and its four entities experienced exceptional growth across nearly a rich history of support for the future of Angus education, youth and research. This all business metrics, and total assets for the organization reached more than $64.8 year, more than $1.1 million in contributions were raised from generous donors.

The Angus Foundation awarded more than $275,000 in scholarships for Angus million. youth in fiscal year 2017. Undergraduate and graduate students at the National Junior Angus Show received more than $213,000 in scholarships.

"I'm looking forward to another year of growth and success for the Association in 2018," Moczygemba said. "We have a lot of exciting plans for the coming year that In addition, the nonprofit invested in key research conducted with industry partners.

Since 2005, the Foundation has invested $1.35 million in research efforts ranging will continue the Association's rich history of industry leadership." from eating experience to reproduction and growth performance. The research drives increased consumption and supports growth of the beef industry, benefiting Commitment to research and genetics both the end consumer and producer.

It was a year of milestones for Angus Genetics Inc. (AGI), the Association's arm focused on bettering the Angus breed through research. Thanks to a forwardthinking staff, the Association became the first major beef breed to adopt the single 11 years of Certified Angus Beef¨ record sales Propelled by continuously growing consumer demand for high-quality beef and the -step methodology for conducting its national cattle evaluation (NCE).

The single-step methodology introduced by AGI took years of research to complete intentional efforts of family farmers and ranchers to hit that target, Certified Angus Beef LLC (CAB) reported record sales of its signature Certified Angus Beef ¨ brand: and was created in collaboration with the University of Georgia and the Associa1.121 billion pounds marketed in fiscal year 2017. tion. Single step delivers greater prediction accuracy, less bias and more timely incorporation of new data and genotypes. Prior to its release in July, the U.S. Meat That's the 11th consecutive annual sales record, continuing a 13-year streak of Animal Research Center (USMARC) validated the process and confirmed the new year-over-year growth. Fiscal 2017 is the second year sales topped 1 billion pounds and marked an increase of 10.4 percent, or 106 million pounds, over last method was superior compared to previous models.

The Association expanded its database of genotypes to include more than 380,000 year. "Our partners, from the farm to the plate, all fit together in the effort to fulfill demand for high-quality beef," said brand president John Stika. "We are all singuAngus cattle in 2017. Genomic tests submitted during fiscal year 2017 grew by larly focused on the same quality end point. The growth in sales this year was 14.8 percent, or 126,642 tests. The Association also collected more than 8.6 milfueled by the dramatic and positive shift that we continue to see in the supply of lion weaning weights, 1.9 million ultrasound records, 116,000 carcass records high-quality cattle — the best we've ever seen." Responding to ever-growing conand 21,000 individual feed intake records in 2017. sumer demand for premium beef, family Angus ranchers have continued to grow AngusSource¨ and AngusSource Genetic allow producers to visually identify their the size and improve the quality of their herds through the best genetics and management practices. This collective improvement translated into 4.53 million cattle cattle, which drives premiums come sale time. The programs saw continued success this year with an enrollment of more than 67,000. Summer 2017 video auction certified for the brand, an increase of 610,000 head or 15.6 percent, compared to fiscal year 2016. In addition, the rate of cattle eligible to earn the brand name by sales saw enrolled calves bring an average premium of $2.02 per cwt on more meeting all 10 of its quality specifications rose to a record 29.7 percent, up from than 22,100 sold. just 16 percent a decade ago. Balanced growth across divisions and product categories resulted in 12 monthly sales records, from the beginning to end of fiscal Promoting and growing the breed Angus Productions Inc. (API), a for-profit entity of the American Angus Association, year 2017. That included seven out of the 10 best sales months in the brand's 39year history. is home to Angus Media and the industry-leading magazine Angus Journal¨. The team added even more talent to their staff, welcoming Rick Cozzitorto as president .

More news and information from the American Angus Association is available and Sara Reardon as general manager. API picked up awards from nationally at www.angus.org. For more year-end highlights from CAB, access the news rerecognized organizations as contributors earned more than 30 awards from the lease online.

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Kansas Junior Angus Association Dear KJAA members, I hope everyone has had a blessed holiday season. This is a very busy time of the year and I hope your New Year’s goals include Angus activities. There are lots of events coming up around the corner such as the Kansas Angus Annual Meeting, Banquet and Futurity Junior Show on January 20-21, 2018. Everyone please make note of the new location of this show that will be in Lawrence, Kansas. Don’t miss the show entry deadline, January 10!

I would also encourage members to get more involved and maybe look into a new contest for Junior Nationals, be a candidate for the National Junior Angus Board. For more information about getting more involved please go check out the website to see if you meet the requirements to run. I also highly encourage girls in high school to age 21 to run for the title of Miss Kansas Angus. This is a great way for members to get more involved, travel and represent the state of Kansas. I think being involved is important whether it be signing up for a new contest at Nationals or representing our state as queen If there are any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact any of the officers or the advisors for help! I’m looking forward to seeing everyone in Lawrence! Megan

Green Kansas Junior Angus Association President Taylor Nikkel Earns NJAA Bronze and Silver Awards Taylor Nikkel, Maple Hill, Kan., has earned the National Junior Angus Association’s (NJAA) Bronze and Silver awards, according to Jaclyn Clark, education and events director of the American Angus Association ® in Saint Joseph, Mo. The 19-year-old daughter of Mark and Janice Nikkel attends Kansas State University, where she studies agricultural economics. She is a member of the NJAA and the Kansas Junior Angus Association, where she serves as a director. She has participated in local, state and national shows and showmanship contests. At the National Junior Angus Show (NJAS), Taylor participated in the team sales, team marketing, livestock judging and team fitting contests.

Kansas Angus Futurity Junior Show January 20-21 Douglas County Fairgrounds, Lawrence. KS Hotel headquarters: Doubletree HotelBlock rate:$109/night. Reserve by December 28 to insure block rate. Call 785-841-7077 , ask for Kansas Angus Association rate, code is KNA.

See page 9 for entry form or enter online www.kansasangus.org.

Entry deadline is Jan 10. Judge:Shane Bedwell See page 1 for complete schedule of events.

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 1/20/18 during the KJAA meeting held in conjunction with the Kansas Angus Association annual meeting, banquet and KAF junior show. The NJAA annual meeting will be in Madison, Wisconsin during the National Jr. Angus Show. Applications due Jan 10, 2018 late applications and nominations from the floor are not accepted.

► Miss Kansas Angus & Ambassador Applications due Jan.10 ► Kenneth & Lorene Moore Scholarship Application due Jan. 10 Applications online at www.kansasangus.org

►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 5,000 active members nationwide. For more information or to apply visit www.njaa.info.

Angus Offers Summer Internships College students can grow their professional skills through American Angus Association ® 2018 summer internships.

If you’re a college student interested in working in the Angus business, what better way to spend the summer than learning from the teams at the American Angus Association ®? Internships are available to college students for summer 2018.

These 10-week, paid internships provide opportunities through the communications group, Angus Journal, events and education group, Angus Foundation and Angus Genetics , Inc. (AGI). Students interested in applying should send a resume, cover letter and references to careers@angus.org by Feb. 1. For more information on the internships available visit www.angus.org.

KJAA OFFICERS 2017-18 (Term Aug 1 to Aug 1)

President: - Megan Green, Leavenworth, meganbgreen96@gmail.com President Elect: Anna Carpenter, Wamego 1st Vice President: Grady Dickerson, Paradise 2nd Vice President: Cale Hinrichsen, Westmoreland Secretary: Morgan Woodbury, Quenemo Treasurer: Alex Cozzitorto, Lawrence Reporter - Ethan Dickerson, Paradise Historian: Eva Hinrichsen, Westmoreland Past President: Chelsey Figge, Onaga Membership Directors: Kady Figge, Onaga; Jayce Dickerson, Paradise; Kelsey Theis, Leavenworth

Kansas Angus Association

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DIRECTORS District 1: Elyse Louderback District 2: Baylee Wulfkuhle District 3: Kelly Newton District 4: Daniel Maier District 5: Clay Pelton District 6: Nick Siemens Directors At-Large: Gretta Rosenhagen, Brandon Frederick ADVISORS Advisors 3yr term David and Susan Shipman….... sshipman@kstatesports.com (3rd year 2015) Nelson Hager……………...…...…...nhsnadhill@hotmail.com (2nd year 2016) Ron and Lynne Hinrichsen.................rlangus@bluevalley.net (1st year 2017) Anne Lampe……...……….…..620-874- 4273 cell, kansasangus@wbsnet.org

www.kansasangus.org/kjaa

2018 Kansas Angus Futurity Junior ShowJanuary 21 ▪ Douglas Co. Fairgrounds ▪ Lawrence, KS 1. The Kansas Angus Futurity Junior Show will be held at 9 a.m. Sunday, January 21, 2018 at the Douglas Co. Fairgrounds, Lawrence $25 entry fee per head. Entry fee includes bedding in tie barn.

Ribbons for each class will be provided as will champion and reserve champion ribbons and awards. Division champions may be named in some categories.

Entries due Jan 10 Enter online www.kansasangus.org

after Jan.1, 2016. Classes will be determined by number entered and birth date.

8. Classes for registered Angus steers, commercial purebred Angus steers and Angus-based 5. Exhibitors must be members Kansas Junior Angus predominantly black (51% black) crossbred steers Association to participate. If not a member you can (Angus sire or dam) born after January 1, 2017 will join at the show. Cattle must be shown by the be offered. All steer classes will be judged as recorded owner unless 2 in the same class in such prospects. Registered steers will be shown by age. case another KJAA member may show. In the case of illness or injury a KJAA member may be allowed 9. All bulls must be bred-and-owned.

2. All owned heifers and Angus steers must be to show in your place with a written doctor’s excuse. properly transferred in the sole name of the exhibitor; Notice must be received at check in. In the case of 10. Show order is steers, bred & owned heifers, registered and on record at the American Angus an emergency illness or injury at the show after owned heifers, cow-calf pairs, B & O bulls and Association as of Jan 10, 2018. Bred and owned cattle check-in , the show chairman (KJAA president) showmanship. cattle must be registered by show date. Original must be notified prior to the class in order for a registration papers and tattoos will be checked at substitute showman. Failure to show a doctor’s 11. The “Fitting and Grooming Rules #11” of the the show. Any animal that is not tattooed or has an excuse or in the case of a show emergency contact American Angus Association will be followed. No incorrect tattoo will not be allowed to show. Freeze with show chairman prior to entering the class will paint or other coloring agents are allowed. Aerosols brands allowed as per American Angus Association result in disqualification of the entry. are not permitted in the designated show ring make rules. up area. DRESS code: All exhibitors must wear 6. Cattle will be stalled in the Community Building in shirts with collars.

3. All show entries must be at the show facilities a designated area only bedding will be provided. Tieby 10 am. Saturday, January 20. Entries may outs will be available or tie to trailer, must provide 12. Entries and fees should be sent to KJAA arrive as early as Friday, January 19, 1 pm; All your own tie out bedding . No feed, hay or straw President ,Megan Green. Checks made payable to entries will be checked-in between 10 am and 11 will be available for purchase.

KJAA; fees paid at the time of entry. No late entries am p.m. on Saturday, January 21 & must stay on will be accepted. Entries must be postmarked on or grounds after check in.

7. Showmanship will be divided into the following before January 10, 2018. divisions: Pee-wee( non exhibitors-ages 7 and 4. Females eligible to show must be born in on/after under/ enter at show); Novice exhibitors ages 7-9 Health papers are not required. Cattle must be free Sept. 1, 2015, with the exception of cow/calf pairs.

Junior (ages 10-13); Intermediate (ages 14-17); and of sickness, warts, ringworm and lice.

Calf must be latest natural calf born on/after Sept. 1, Senior (ages 18-21). All ages are as of January 1, ENTER online www.kansasangus.org 2017 and be bred and owned by the exhibitor. Calf 2018. Each contestant must be an exhibitor at the Show co- sponsored by the must be registered by show date. Steers must be show and show own animal with exception of Kansas Angus Association born on/after Jan. 1, 2017. Bulls must be born on/ peewee division) JUDGE: Shane Bedwell

2018 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 #

DOB

Sire Complete Name

___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ Div 8- Showmanship_ □ Ages 9 and under □ Ages 10-13 □Ages 14-17 □ Ages 18-21(age as of 1/1/2018 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) $25 per head $_______Total

Entries must be postmarked on/before JANUARY 10, 2018–no late entries-on line www.kansasangus.org Make check payable to KJAA- Return entry form and $25 per entry to

KJAA President Megan Green, 34326 169th St, Leavenworth, Ks 66048

“Brand that Works” Production Sale February 27, 2018

MCR Horizon 081, #17076135 CED Acc % Prog +12 .68 10% 128 CW Acc % +51 .60 10%

BW Acc % Prog -.8 .84 15% 281

WW Acc % Prog +62 .81 15% 281 Marb Acc % +.98 .57 10%

Production YW RADG Acc Acc % % Prog Prog +114 +.31 .69 .31 10% 5% 97 Carcass RE Fat Acc Acc % % +.72 +.003 .54 .55 15% 40%

DMI Acc % Prog -.11 .31 25%

YH Acc % Prog +.7 .53 20% 10

SC Acc % Prog +.87 .67 40% 35

Carc Grp Usnd Grp Prog Prog 5 14

37 109

Doc Acc % Prog +19 .63 25% 32

HP Acc % Daus +10.5 .27 45%

Maternal

CEM Acc % Daus +9 .48 40% 29

Milk Acc %

MkH MkD

+25 .48 40%

13 33

$Values

MW Acc % Prog +49 .43 20% 6

MH Acc % Prog +.7 .49 15% 6

$EN % -13.54 85%

$W %

$F %

$G %

$QG %

$YG %

$B %

+62.73

+88.74

+48.96

+43.90

+5.06

+173.77

15%

10%

10%

5%

40%

2%

EPDs are enhanced by genomic results generated by:

Angus & Hereford Bulls & Females Mill Creek Ranch David Breiner Family 20635 Hessdale Road, Alma, KS 66401

millcreekranch@embarqmail.com www.millcreekranch.com Chad Breiner David Breiner Ryan Breiner 785-564-2091 (cell) 785-456-4790 (cell) 785-207-3070 (cell) 785-449-2841 (home)

44th Annual

19 SONS of TC FORTHRIGHT 340 Reg # 17630753

PRODUCTION SALE Wednesday 12:30 PM CST

FEBRUARY 28, 2018

1 1/2 miles east of Franklin & 1/4 mile south

15 SONS of TC COUNTRY WIDE 401 Reg # 17934564

52 SONS of CONNEALY CONQUEST Reg # 17888696

5 SONS of JMB TRACTION 292 Reg # 17262374

ADDITIONAL 2018 SALE BULLS SIRED BY:

38 SONS of THOMAS BIG RIVER 4081 Reg # 17836370

TC EZ Money 029 TC Moneymaker 2129 TC Cross Country 310 Bruin Uproar 0070 EF Authentic 0829 Stevenson Top Choice 2672 Sitz Dollar Up 489Z Quaker Hill Rampage 0A36 Sandpoint Final Product Z369 Tehama C C & 7 Z355 Thomas Waylon 5169 GVF Forword 8110 Stevenson Legend 50060 HF Rebel 53Y

SALE OFFERING CONSISTS OF: 180 Yearling Bulls 50 - coming 2 yr olds 30 Registered Heifers 50 Commercial Heifers

DRU UDEN

(308) 470-0740 20 SONS of SHIPWHEEL MONTANA 2600 Reg # 17524723

1524 G Road • Franklin, NE 68939 Email: tcranch@frontiernet.net www.tcranch.com

From Humble Beginnings to 26 Years of Success The Kansas Angus Association sponsored commercial Angus female sale was started with vision and need. It was the first of it’s kind for commercial Angus females in the state of Kansas and the first state Angus association commercial Angus sponsored female sale in the United States. Since it’s humble beginning several other state associations, groups and individuals have use our pattern for similar sales. On the first Saturday in December annually long-time and new consigners and buyers gather to buy and sell quality commercial Angus and Angus-influenced females in our long standing reputable sale.

Gordon Stucky, long-time sale chairman shares his insight on the sale and why it has been a success for the KAA for 26 years.

The Pratt Commercial Female Sale was inspired by the Kansas Angus board of directors in about 1991 with the goal of providing commercial producers using registered Angus bulls as a venue to merchandise feGordon Stucky, males. As a breed trying to gain back market share after the revolution of Pratt sale chairman Continental breeds and the overwhelming success of Herefords in the 1980’s, this sale was to help establish a “pull through” demand for registered Angus bull use.

My first year as sale chairman was 1994. I had recently been elected to the Kansas Angus board and there was a need for someone to help with the structure of the sale and promote Angus in conjunction with Pratt Livestock. Angus did not sire the majority of cattle sold at Pratt Livestock during the 1990’s.

The sale has endured several cattle cycles with the ups and downs of supply and demand. One year brought over 600 bred heifers to town with an average price per head of just over $600. Another year saw many bred heifers bring over $3000 per head, with a set of open heifer calves commanding $2400 per head. However, through it all, the focus of this sale has never wavered and continues to provide an excellent showcase for the commercial producer focused on quality Angus genetics.

I believe the sale has had long term success due to the quality people involved. The consignors of the stock are dedicated to bringing some of their very best to town. There is pride in ownership and a real sense of accomplishment to see their breeding females go on and work well for others. The behind the scenes work performed by the Pratt Livestock team after the cattle arrive at the sale facility has also played a significant part in the success of the sale. There is a talented crew who sort and care for the stock and make sure the sale runs at the speed of commerce, complete with an internet broadcast and bidding. Also a top notch sale staff of auctioneers, field representatives, AAA regional managers, and KAA managers have, through the years, provided quality time and service.

In closing, Anne wanted me to comment on why I continue to work with this sale. It has been the same answer from the day I started. I did not come from a long family history of registered Angus cattle. When I was 16, I attended my first Kansas Angus Futurity. The welcome, support, and mentoring from Kansas Angus members in my early years was overwhelming! It was true leadership by example. Many of those individuals have since passed on, but their focus was unwavering. To make Angus the best it could be! Helping with this sale has been a real pleasure and a true privilege to work with so many breeders of quality Angus genetics.

26th Annual Kansas Angus Association sponsored Commercial Angus Female Sale December 2, 2017 Pratt Livestock, Pratt, KS 321 bred heifers averaged $1728 181 bred cows averaged $1547 16 fall pairs averaged $2002 209 open heifers averaged $1169 727 total head grossed $1,110,925.

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All females must meet Certified Angus Beef® live specifications and cannot be over 7 years old. Consigners must provide genetic and vaccination info.

Bar S Ranch

Annual Production Sale March 9th, 2018 • Paradise, KS Selling

150 Angus, Charolais, and Red Angus Bulls 150 Commercial Angus Females Ken & Pat Stielow

bars@gorhamtel.com | 785-483-9733

David & Stephanie Dickerson

barsranch2@hotmail.com | 785-483-1454

www.BARSANGUSRANCH.com

SELLING 110 BULLS & 50 YEARLING FEMALES

Saturday, March 17, 2018 ♣ 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

Molitor Angus Ranch is a family owned operation located in south-central Kansas. “ A National Award winning (2014) CAB recognized quality Angus Seedstock Ranch”.

Excelling in performance, calving ease and gentle dispositions . Through the careful genetic selection of A-I and pasture sires, we produce a distinctive group of bulls and heifers that honor the lengthy tradition of the Angus breed.

66 years of Breeding Quality Angus Cattle ♣ 1952 -2018 Molitor Angus Ranch

Basin Payweight 1682 Reg # 17038724

BW +.7 WW +69 YW +119 Milk +25 Marb +.75 RE +.39 $B +146.90

Selling: 15 sons

Connealy Black Granite

HA Outside 3878

Reg # 17028963

Reg # 17651083

BW +.3 WW +58 YW +98 Milk +21 Marb +.35 RE +.70 $B +129.99

BW –.1 WW +59 YW +110 Milk +25 Marb +.29 RE +.34 $B +135.74

Selling: 8 sons

Selling: 10 sons

♣Other Main Service Sires♣ KG Solution 0018 – 10 sons Haynes Outright 452 – 8 sons Molitor Payweight 3015-165 – 7 sons Basin Advance 3134 - 6 sons Molitor Complement Able 114 – 6 sons GA Lucy Special Focus 449 – 6 sons SAV Resource 1441 – 4 sons HARB Playboy 581 JH – 4 sons SVF Calvary B323 – 4 sons SS War Party A8 – 3 sons

LD Emblazon 999 Reg # 16665803

BW +.7 WW +67 YW +119 Milk +15 Marb +.49 RE +.72 $B +148.44

Selling: 7 sons

Founding member of

For Information contact:

2014 Certified Angus Beef Seedstock Commitment to Excellence Award All Cattle Sell Free of all known genetic defects

♣ Free delivery on 3 or more lots within 300 miles

Richard or Mike Molitor (620) 243-6335 Fax (620) 243-7533 Mike -Cell (620) 243-3081 11558 S.W. 90th St. Zenda, KS 67159 Email: molangus@onlinezenda.net

28th Annual Production Sale

March 7, 2018

Basin Paywe ight

1682

1:00 p.m. l Agra, Kansas (at the ranch)

Video of each bull will be online in February at

www.FergusonAngus.com

0 1 1 SELL! S L L BU

Sires: Basin Payweight 1682 Infinity 141 VAR Discovery Bennett Fortress Journey 1X74 McKellar Now Look Connealy Iceman Outright 452 Bennett Absolute

Also bulls by: Future Force • EXAR Stud 4658B • Ferguson Breakout

4 WR Journey 1X7

Bulls DNA tested using

Lynn & Lori Ferguson Brice & Vicki Korobka 878 E. Santa Fe Road Cell: 785.533.1530 Agra, Kansas 67621 svferg@ruraltel.net Cell: 785.476.5345 www.FergusonAngus.com Request a sale book by email, text, phone or mail!

KCF Bennett Fortress

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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Kansas Angus Auxiliary A new year brings new resolutions, new beginnings, new calves and a new show season upon us. Happy New Year!

Miss Kansas Angus & Ambassador Program

The January calendar also starts the countdown of days until the Kansas Angus Annual Meeting, Banquet and the Futurity Junior Angus Show. January 20 and 21 will be full of meetings and excitement. We welcome all women to the Kansas Angus Auxiliary meeting - so please bring a friend. If you are not a member yet, we invite you to get involved and see what we do for the Junior Association. During our meeting, we will recognize our out-going Miss Kansas Angus, Alexandria Cozzitorto, and Kansas Angus Ambassador, Eva Hinrichsen.

Saturday evening will be a great banquet with fellowship, food and fundraisers! Please bring an item for the auction table as we raise money for the scholarship program. On Sunday, we encourage everyone to come out to support the Juniors as they show off their new heifers, steers and bulls at the Kansas Angus Futurity Junior Show. We wish everyone safe travels and hope you have a great weekend.

Happy New Year as you begin your new resolutions!

Beverly Figge Ks Angus Auxiliary President

Upcoming Kansas Angus Auxiliary Activities January 20, 2018 11 am : Auxiliary Meeting, Douglas Co. Fairgrounds, Lawrence 7:30 pm– Annual Ks Angus Association Banquet—Auxiliary Scholarship Auction, Miss Kansas Angus Crowning, Moore Scholarship Presentation Auxiliary sponsored Hospitality Room—Sunday, January 21, Junior Show

►Ken & Lorene Moore Scholarship

Applications Due Jan 10.

College sophomores eligible to apply.

Application online at www.kanasangus.org Emily McCurry Mullen, 2018 Scholarship chairman 2017-19 KS Angus Auxiliary Leaders President -Beverly Figge…..785.889.4470 Vice President- Wendy Flory Secretary– Melissa Cozzitorto Treasurer- Lori Fink……. 785.532.8171 Reporter– Tonya Theis Past President/Advisor- Megin O’Brien….620.802.1482 Hospitality Chairman– Mary McCurry Miss Ks Angus Program Chairman– Anne Lampe Ways & Means Chairman– Mary McCurry Achievement Awards Chairman- Brooke Woodworth Scholarship Committee 2018– Chairman Emily Mullen

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Girls high school age to 21 Applications due Jan 10, application and info online www.kansasangus.org Items needed for annual Auxiliary Auction and Hospitality

Don’t forget to bring an item for the annual Auxiliary Auction to benefit the scholarship program and projects to be held during the Annual Banquet on January 20.

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 Sunday , January 21, 2018 during the Futurity Jr Show in Lawrence. Items needs: snack, cookies, cinnamon rolls, donuts, chips, cheese and crackers. Contact Mary McCurry, chairman, mccurryangus@outlook.com for ideas and to volunteer to help.

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Showring purple

KR Casino 6243 won grand champion bull at the 2017 American Royal Super Point Roll of Victory (ROV) Angus Show, Oct. 28 in Kansas City, Mo. Krebs Ranch, Gordon, Neb., and Badger Creek Cattle Co., Emporia, Kan., own the January 2016 son of CFCC Black Jack 001. He first claimed junior champion. Kyle Perez, Nara Visa, N.M., evaluated the 125 entries.

KR Casino 6243 won reserve grand champion bull at the 2017 North American International Livestock Exposition (NAILE) Super Point Roll of Victory (ROV) Angus Show, Nov. 13 in Louisville, Ky. Krebs Ranch, Gordon, Neb., and Badger Creek Cattle Co., Emporia, Kan., own the January 2016 son of CFCC Black Jack 001. He earlier won junior champion. Jeff Gooden, Iberia, Mo., evaluated the

Kansans Recognized at Angus Convention

2017 Miss Kansas Angus Alexandria Cozzitorto Lawrence. Ks Angus Friends,

Cargill Meat Solutions Corp, Wichita, Kan., received the 2017 Angus Patron Award for lifetime giving reaching $50,000-$99,999 during the Angus Foundation Supporter Recognition Event hosted Nov. 3 at the 2017 Angus Convention in Fort Worth, Texas. Pictured, from left, are: Corbin Cowles, National Junior Angus Board Foundation director; Milford Jenkins, Angus Foundation president; Hal Sankey, representing Cargill; John Grimes, Angus Foundation Board of Directors chairman; and Madison Butler, National Junior Angus Board chairman .

Catie Wharton, Syracuse, Kan., was presented the Future Angus Stockmen Scholarship, Nov. 6 during the American Angus Association's Awards Recognition Breakfast, held in conjunction with the 2017 Angus Convention in Fort Worth, Texas. Pictured, from left, are: Ginette Gottswiller, Association director of commercial programs; Catie Wharton, recipient; Scott Holt, Allflex North American marketing manager and sponsor representative; and Allen Moczygemba, American Angus Association CEO

Our Angus Family Herbert Paul Harrison, 91 years old, of Howard, KS, passed away November 23, 2017 from Alzheimer’s. Herb was born on August 29,1926 near Fowler, KS, to Harry Martin Harrison and Ola Almyra Brown Harrison. He was the youngest of nine children. He was married October 18,1947 to Lula Mae Billings (Billy) in Wichita, KS. This year marked their 70th wedding anniversary.

Herb graduated Mulvane High School in 1944. After serving in the Navy from 1944-1946, he attended Wichita University from 1946-1950, He started as a delivery boy at Hawk’s Pharmacy, ultimately becoming President. Herb and his partners sold Hawk’s Pharmacy, and Herb went on to start a career in construction. He started a Registered Angus cattle herd while living in Andover, now in its 52nd With close friend Don Swaney, he started the Swa-Har Pheasant Farm as well, raising ornamental pheasants, and quail at the homeplace in Andover. In 1971, Herb and Billy bought a section of ground in Elk County and embarked on a new journey. They moved to Howard, KS after retiring in 1992. Herb is preceded in death by his parents and all 8 of his siblings and their spouses. Survivors include: His wife, Lula Mae (Billy) Harrison, his children and their spouses, Cyril Reed Harrison (Peggy), Paul Barry Harrison (Carolyn), John Mark Harrison, William Eric Harrison, Leslie Ann Eidem (Brian), Kelly Brian Harrison (Tanja), Nancy Lou Gorton (Michael), 18 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren.

Send “Angus Family” announcements to Kansasangus@wbsnet.org

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This past year representing both the adult and junior Angus associations as your 2017 Miss Kansas Angus has been both an honor and a privilege. I would like to thank Ms. Anne Lampe, chairman of the Miss Kansas Angus program; MKA program sponsors; and the Angus breeders of Kansas for their continued support and generosity throughout my year as Miss Kansas Angus. I also want to especially appreciate my parents, Melissa and Rick Cozzitorto, for their continued love and support through this experience. The opportunity to travel across the great state of Kansas, as well as the nation, to represent the largest breed association in the world has been such a blessing in my life. It was two full years of car rides across the state and country, making new friends, seeing new places, and learning new things about the Angus industry; every day and every experience was an adventure. What I enjoyed most about this crown and banner, however, were the opportunities provided to me to share my/our Angus story. The sparkly crown and leather banner caught the attention of many outside of the agriculture industry and allowed me to bring to light the facts regarding agriculture and to share insights with those who are curious about this wonderful life we are all blessed to live. These past two years have given me experiences and memories of a lifetime, and I appreciate you, my Angus friends, for your part in making it all possible. I hope 2018 brings you all much joy, much love and many blessings.

Your 2017 Miss Kansas Angus, Alexandria G. Cozzitorto

+ Plus

CARCASS BULL SALE

Wednesday, March 7, 2018 | 1 p.m.

Near Isabel, Kansas at Poland Angus Ranch

V A R Discovery 2240 EPDs: CE: +5, BW: +1.4, WW: +74, YW: +145 +170.48 MILK: +29, SC: +1.94, MARB: +1.04, RE: +0.72, $B:

KCF Bennett Absolute EPDs: CE: +11, BW: -0.2, WW: +63, YW: +116 +153.94 MILK: +17, SC: +1.06, MARB: +0.64, RE: +0.73, $B:

SELLING 70 ANGUS BULLS, INCLUDING: 30 Fall Yearling Angus Bulls 40 Spring Yearling Angus Bulls Sons of:

Connealy Black Granite

Sandpoint Butkus V A R Discovery 2240 KCF Bennett Fortress Connealy Black Granite KCF Bennett Absolute

EPDs: CE: +14, BW: +.3, WW: +58, YW: +97 +129.78 MILK: +22, SC: +1.00, MARB: +0.35, RE: +0.71, $B:

POLAND ANGUS RANCH

Richard Poland 11230 NE Harvest Rd. | Isabel, KS 67065 620.739.4587 - home | 620.886.1720 - cell www .pol and ang us.c om

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

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Lazy H Ranch Kansas 16th Annual Bull & Female Sale Sunday • March 4th, 2018 • 1:00 PM • At the Ranch With guest consignor, Smoky Hill Charolais Farm

Selling 120 Bulls, 95 Angus, 25 Charolais, 14 – 24 Months Old Special Highlights: Selling 50 Angus Females, 20 Reg. Angus Yearling Heifers, 15 Reg. Angus Fall Bred Heifers & 15 Reg. Angus Spring Pairs

Angus Two Year Old Investment x Expectation

Bulls

From Our Top Donors!

Black Pearl x Expectation

Xfinity x Rito 1I2

Discovery x Future Direction 4268

Reg.# 18593425 - $B +105.69

Reg.# 18595471 - $B +141.49

Reg.# 18814851 - $B +118.72

Reg.# 18928419 - $B +147.60

7 Maternal brothers Sell!

7 Maternal brothers Sell!

Ratio 127 for %IMF!

Excellent for Heifers!

Angus Fall Yearling Payweight x Upward

Bulls

50+ Elite 20 Month Old Bulls Sell!

Index x Destination 928

Empire x Expectation

Silveiras Style x Lead On

Reg.# 18818020 - $B +136.59

Reg.# 18815271 - $B +164.31

Reg.# 18816904 - $B +161.71

Reg.# 18768175 - $B +114.87

3 Flushbrothers Sell!

4 Flushmates Sell!

4 Flushmates Sell!

Ratio 116 %IMF

Registered Angus Fall Bred Payweight 107S x Upward

Heifers

Journey x Upward

Bred to the LHR Junior Herd Sire…Generation!

Empire x Expectation

Index x Destination 928

Reg.# 18817873 - $B +130.05

Reg.# 18818000 - $B +160.45

Reg.# 18816907 - $B +146.84

Reg.# 18815266 - $B +149.10

4 Flushmates Sell!

3 Maternal sibs Sell!

4 Flushmates Sell!

Ratio 140 %IMF

Registered Angus Spring Open Payweight x Future Direction 4268

Heifers

Empire x Future Direction 4268

Only the best of the Spring offering!

Firestorm x Destination 630

SCC Cash x Upward

Reg.# 18920402 - $B +161.27

Reg.# 18922393 - $B +148.87

Reg.# 18892252 - $B +190.38

Reg.# 18889532 - $B +148.25

3 Flushmates Sell!

4 Maternal Sibs Sell!

Elite $Beef

The 1st to Sell!

Lazy H Ranch Kansas Mark Rohr 747 240th Avenue • Hays, KS 67601 785-625-4650 or 785-432-1107

Smoky Hill Charolais Farm Maurice Rohr 785-625-6490 or 785-432-0560

View Sale Cattle Online at www.LHRBULLS.com

Ks Angus Calendar*

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

www.millcreekranch.com

Those Famous Gloves

www.plainjans.com

1/22/2018 Gardiner Angus Ranch Early Bird Bull Sale

Ashland, KS

2/16/2018 Lundgren Angus Ranch Sale

Gove, KS

2/17/2018 Badger Creek Cattle Co. Sale

Emporia, KS

2/21/2018 O K & T Angus Breeders Assn Sale

Buffalo, OK

2/22/2018 GG&T Cattle Co. Sale

Quinter, KS

2/23/2018 Southwest Angus Genetics Sale

Dodge City, KS

2/24/2018 Stratford Angus Sale

Pratt, KS

2/27/2018 Mill Creek Ranch Sale

Manhattan, KS

2/28/2018 TC Ranch Sale

Franklin, NE

3/1/2018 JMB Angus Sale

Sharon Springs, KS

3/2/2018 KSU. Legacy Sale

Manhattan, KS

3/3/2018 Laflin Ranch Sale

Olsburg, KS

3/4/2018 Lazy H Ranch Sale

Hays, KS

3/4/2018 Wheatland Farms 115th Angus Sale

Hope, KS

3/5/2018 Lyons Ranch Sale

Manhattan, KS

3/7/2018 Carcass Plus Bull Sale

Isabel, KS

3/7/2018 Ferguson Angus Sale

Phillipsburg, KS

3/8/2018 BJ Angus Genetics Sale

Manhattan, KS

3/8/2018 McCurry Angus Ranch

Burrton, KS

3/9/2018 Bar S Ranch Sale

Paradise, KS

3/10./2018 Black Velvet Cattle Sale

Mankato, KS

3/10/2018 Mill Brae Ranch Sale

Maple Hill, KS

3/11/2018 Woody Ranch Sale

Barnard, KS

3/14/2018 May-Way Farms Sale

Overbrook, KS

3/14/2018 Stucky Ranch Sale

Kingman, KS

3/15/2018 Benoit Angus Sale

Esbon, KS

3/17/2018 Molitor Angus Ranch Sale

Zenda, KS

3/18/2018 April Valley Farms Sale

Leavenworth, KS

3/19/2018 Beran Bros. Sale

Claflin, KS

3/20/2018 Hinkson Angus Ranch Sale

Cottonwood Falls, KS

3/20/2018 KW Cattle Co. Bull Sale

Fort Scott, KS

3/21/2018 Mid-Kansas Angus Breeders' Sale

La Crosse, KS

3/21/2018 Woodbury Farms Sale

Quenemo, KS

3/22/2018 McCabe Genetics Sale

Elk City, KS

3/24/2018 New Haven Angus Sale

Leavenworth, KS

3/28/2018 Larson Angus Ranch Sale

Sharon Springs, KS

4/2/2018 Green Garden Angus Sale

Ellsworth, KS

4/2/2018 Herbster Angus Farms Sale

Marysville, KS

4/5/2018 Kaiser Angus Sale

Park, KS

4/6/2018 Schilling Cattle Co. Sale

Edson, KS

4/7/2018 Gardiner Angus Ranch Sale

Ashland, KS

KANSAS ANGUS ASSOCIATION MEMBERS

Send your sale date or updates to kansasangus@wbsnet.org List is free to members. Length of calendar in KAA members submit your PRIVATE TREATY SALE info at KANSAS ANGUS NEWS PUBLICATION & ADVERTISING SCHEDULE 2018 Published 6 times per year- scheduled to mail the first week of publication month.

January- ad copy due Dec. 10 February- ad copy due Jan 10 March/April - ad copy due Feb 10 Summer May-June-July- - ad copy due April 10 Fall Sept/Oct - ad copy due July 10 Holiday- Nov- Dec- ad copy due Oct 10 24 ▪ January 2018 ▪ Kansas Angus News

Number 612

Kansas Angus Association 5201 E Road 110 Scott City, KS 67871

January 2018

Dated material please do not delay

The Bull Sale at Badger Creek

Selling

vol.II

Angus, SimAngus™ & Simmental bulls

February 17, 2018

Visit www.badgercreekcattle.com to view or request a catalog

Sale Manager 1668 Road 235 Emporia, KS 668011

Graham Blagg • 530-913-6418

Clint Woodrow — 620-794-7601 • clint@badgercreekcattle.com

graham@innovationagmarketing.com

Chance Stout — 620-803-9494 • Glenn Woodrow — 618-316-0039

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