Diamond H Ranch
“Dependable cattle from our pasture to yours!” ASA #4104220 » KBHR CHARGER K102 « PB SIMMENTAL MR SR RED OCTOBER G1761 x WS ELECTRA E88
Annual Production Sale
March 26, 2025
Located at the Ranch
With 11 EPDs in the top 50% of the breed and an API of 202, Charger is one of the highest indexing Red Simmental bulls in the country! Out of the great WS ELECTRA E88, Charger is genetically and phenotypically balanced, will maintain calving ease, and increase efficiency, carcass and maternal traits...all while not giving anything up in growth!
» HIS FIRST SET OF CALVES IN THE COUNTRY SELL IN MARCH RIGHT HERE AT THE RANCH! «
Breeding for CHANGE
CHAROLAIS & ANGUS BULL SALE //
Sire:
Sire:
DLCC RANCH
DLCC Gold Dust 64G ASA#3726878 >>
Top 5% API | Top 2% TI ----- His Sons Sell!
The most exciting bull in the South Devon breed in decades. His sons ranked #1 in average marbling and #3 in average carcass weight in a commercial progeny test compared to 13 popular SimGenetics AI sires. His combination of superior phenotype and industry-leading EPD offers endless potential to capture outcross genetics, and heterosis.
RED BULL RED BULL RENDEZVOUS RENDEZVOUS
INTRODUCING INTRODUCING
LASO AMERICA FIRST E26M! LASO AMERICA FIRST E26M! REG. #4987181 REG. #4987181
Two of four full brothers selling out of No Regrets and the promising young donor LASO Lana E36K! Reg. # 4679003
...Selling 16 Sons of Duff No Regrets 2080! Reg. #4466217
...Plus Our Latest Sale Addition: ~ LASO Herefords ~ Our first official offering!
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1-Mar DK Red Angus Williston, ND
1-Mar Dry Creek Red Angus PT opening day Amidon, ND
1-Mar Flying H Genetics Arapahoe, NE
1-Mar Gibbs Farms Ranburne, AL
1-Mar Gulf Coast Cattle Florahome, FL
1-Mar Hickory Hollow Farms/ Burns Angus Wellman, IA
1-Mar Hobbs & Eathington Angus Fairview, IL
1-Mar Hoffman Simmental buy your way Clay Center, KS
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1-Mar Kimm Angus Three Forks, MT
1-Mar Kentucky Beef Expo Louisville, KY
1-Mar Larson’s Full Deck Genetics Nelson, WI
1-Mar Lazy TV Ranch Selby, SD
1-Mar Laflin Angus Olsburg, KS
1-Mar Linhart Limousin Leon, IA
1-Mar Loving Farms Pawnee Rock, KS
1-Mar Lucky 7 Angus Riverton, WY
1-Mar Mason Angus Broken Bow, NE
1-Mar Mead Farms Versailles, MO
1-Mar Meadows Creek Brundidge, AL
1-Mar Perks Ranch Rockford, IL
1-Mar Powerline Genetics Castle Dale, UT
1-Mar Redland Red Angus Hysham, MT
1-Mar Rudolph Angus Yellowsprings, WV
1-Mar S Diamond Angus Henderson, NE
1-Mar Seedstock Plus Hope, AR
1-Mar Shepherd Charolais PT Stuart, IA
1-Mar Southeast Iowa Angus Assoc. Sigourney, IA
1-Mar Stone Creek Angus Freeport, IL
1-Mar T&S Strand & Guests Formoso, KS
1-Mar The Source Sessions Scottsdale, AZ
1-Mar Triangle B Ranch retirement dispersal Stigler, OK
1-Mar Trinity Farms Ellensburg, WA
1-Mar White Gate Cattle Co. Carroll, IA
1-Mar Wilde Angus Ranch Shevlin, MN
1-Mar Wisconsin Hereford Association Fennimore, WI
2-Mar Camas Prairie Lewiston, ID
2-Mar Conley Cattle Sulphur, OK
2-Mar Freouf Angus Ericson, NE
3-Mar Hojer Ranch Lake Preston, SD
3-Mar Hopson Angus Crescent, OK
3-Mar Horseshoe Hill Ranch/ Poppe Bulls online
3-Mar Keester Herefords Atkinson, NE
3-Mar KM Cattle Co. Coon Rapids, IA
3-Mar Lyons Ranch Manhattan, KS
3-Mar New Mexico Angus Assoc. Roswell, NM
3-Mar Pearcy Angus Cattle Eakly, OK
3-Mar S/M Fleckvieh Cattle PT Garretson, SD
3-Mar Styles Angus Brentford, SD
3-Mar T&E/ Mr. K Angus Clarks, NE
3-Mar Vision Angus North Platte, NE
4-Mar Allen Bros. North Powder, OR
4-Mar Apex Angus Valier, MT
4-Mar Brumfield Angus Farm Sawyer, MI
4-Mar Cornwell Farms LaCrosse, KS
4-Mar Dille Red Angus Shoshone, ID
4-Mar Doll Ranch Charolais & Simmental Mandan, ND
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4-Mar Lott- McMurphy Alva, OK
4-Mar Macholan Angus Columbus, NE
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5-Mar Carcass Plus Isabel, KS
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5-Mar Pederson’s Broken Heart Ranch Firesteel, SD
5-Mar Snake River Valley Genetics Idaho Falls, ID
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5-Mar Tifton Bull Test Irwinville, GA
5-Mar Warner Beef Genetics Arapahoe, NE
6-Mar Bieber Fever Leola, SD
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2-Mar Gold Bullion Group Westmoreland, KS
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2-Mar Windy Creek Cattle Co. Spencer, SD
3-Mar Bedwell & Hudlow Cattle Co.’s Isabella, OK
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3-Mar Campbell Red Angus Mcintosh, SD
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3-Mar Colyer Herefords spring frozen online
3-Mar Don Johnson Angus Salina, KS
3-Mar Harrell Hereford Ranch Baker City, OR
6-Mar Cates Farms online
6-Mar Dunn Ranches Greely, CO
6-Mar Generic Genetics Ida Grove, IA
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6-Mar Jensen Ranch Courtland, KS
6-Mar Jones Ranch with MaxLock Cattle Telephone, TX
6-Mar Kearns Cattle Co. Rushville, NE
6-Mar Keller’s Broken Heart Ranch Mandan, ND
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6-Mar Russell Angus Valentine, NE
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6-Mar ZWT Ranch & Jensen Ranch Courtland, KS
7-Mar Brookdale Angus Lester, IA
7-Mar Crouthamel Cattle Co. Stanfield, OR
7-Mar Eichacker Simmental Salem, SD
50th Annual Production Sale
SATURDAY, MAY 3, 2025 - 1:00 PM
Real Cattle Raised By Real Cattlemen
At Flying W Ranch, we strive to breed cattle that excel on a range environment. Our cows are expected to be fertile, early maturing, and easy fleshing. They must calve unassisted and care for their calves on their own. 99% of our calves are born outside with no assistance and only the trees for protection.
Where Performance and Growth is Bred in, Not Fed On Generations of selection without feeding creep feed has allowed us to identify the superior maternal bloodlines of our herd. The yearlings offered on our sale were raised on only grass and their mother’s milk with NO CREEP FEED. As yearlings, they have been developed in a range environment with a high forage and low concentrate diet. These bulls have been bred and raised to work for you!
More Than Great Genetics
Free delivery in Minnesota and surrounding states. All bulls have been ultra-sounded and are performance and fertility tested and fully backed by a 1 year breeding guarantee.
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7-Mar High Desert Cattle Co. Pilot Rock, OR
7-Mar K-State Legacy Manhattan, KS
7-Mar Meadow Lawn Angus Eastman, WI
7-Mar Parry Angus Sterling, CO
7-Mar Porter’s Hip-O Angus Dalhart, TX
7-Mar Quest of the West Spanish Fork, UT
7-Mar Reminisce Angus Dillon, MT
7-Mar Sandmeier Charolais Bowdle, SD
7-Mar Shaggy Meadows Red Angus Marion, SD
7-Mar Smithland Angus Russell Springs, KY
7-Mar Sutherlin Farms Red Angus Stevensville, MT
7-Mar Western Illinois Univ. PT Macomb, IL
7-Mar Wildorado Cattle Co. Wildorado, TX
8-Mar Beavers Charolais PT Collins, IA
8-Mar Becker’s Angus Askov, MN
8-Mar Blackjack/ McFerran/ Pfeiffer Seminole, OK
8-Mar Bluegrass Gelbvieh Alliance Lexington, KY
8-Mar Boyd Beef Cattle Mays Lick, KY
8-Mar Callan Farms Greenville, IL
8-Mar CNN Cattle Co. Radcliffe, IA
8-Mar Coyote Hills Ranch Chattanooga, OK
8-Mar De-Su Angus Fremont, IA
8-Mar Doyle Hereford Ranch Wolfe City, TX
8-Mar Fast/ Dohrmann/ Strommen Angus Mandan, ND
8-Mar Fushimisake Wagyu Bowie, TX
8-Mar Genetic Alliance Franklin, WV
8-Mar Gonsior Simmental Fullerton, NE
8-Mar Great Lakes Beef Connection Clare, MI
8-Mar Hansine Ranch Pierre, SD
8-Mar Heim Cattle Co. St. Charles, MN
8-Mar Herb Angus Pierce, NE
8-Mar Hilltop Farms Gelbvieh & Balancer Carthage, MO
8-Mar I-29 Bull Run Sioux Falls, SD
8-Mar Jones Family Farm Wamego, KS
8-Mar Keystone Elite Ford City, PA
8-Mar Koberstein Farms Angus Ogallala, NE.
8-Mar Lucht Red Angus online
8-Mar May-Way Farms Baldwin City, KS
8-Mar Nelson Angus Egeland, ND
8-Mar Nipp Charolais Wilson, OK
8-Mar Northwest Bull Breeders Stanfield, OR
8-Mar Rains Simmentals Oakley, KS
8-Mar Rippe Angus Fairbury, NE
8-Mar Riverbend Ranch Idaho Falls, ID
8-Mar Rock’n D Ranch Junction City, OR
8-Mar Sampson Cattle Co. Kirksville, MO
8-Mar Seedstock Plus Osceola, MO
8-Mar Soaring Eagle of the Ozarks Springfield, MO
8-Mar Stangl Shorthorn Java, SD
8-Mar Sunnyhill Angus Fairview, IL
8-Mar Tennessee Beef Agribition Lebanon, TN
8-Mar Thames Angus Brookhaven, MS
8-Mar Thousand Hills Angus Three Forks, MT
8-Mar Tucumcari Bull Test Tucumcari, NM
8-Mar Western CO Angus Assoc. Delta, CO
8-Mar Wright Charolais Kearney, MO
9-Mar 4M Angus Blue Hill, NE
9-Mar Badgerland Lodi, WI
9-Mar Beavers Charolais PT Collins, IA
9-Mar Flickerwood Angus Jackson, MO
9-Mar Katus X7 Ranch Angus Watauga, SD
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9-Mar RBM Livestock Florence, SD
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10-Mar Dal Porto Livestock Florence, SD
10-Mar Dancing Pedlar online
10-Mar Dix Angus Ranch Stockton, KS
10-Mar Double C Ranch Clay Center, KS
10-Mar Feddes/ C-T Red Angus Manhattan, MT
10-Mar Gana Farms Seward, NE
10-Mar Hopson Angus Crescent, OK
10-Mar Holden Herefords Valier, MT
10-Mar Iowa Cattlemen’s Assoc. Bloomfield, IA
10-Mar Landgren Ranch online
10-Mar Nowatzke Cattle Co. online
10-Mar Pine Coulee Bulls Hardin, MT
10-Mar Ready For Work Angus Belen, NM
10-Mar Schauer Angus Faith, SD
10-Mar Smoky Y Red Angus Monument, KS
10-Mar Spring Cove Ranch Bliss, ID
10-Mar Stewart Select Angus Greensburg, IN
10-Mar Veseth Cattle Co. Glasgow, MT
11-Mar Bar Arrow Cattle Co. Phillipsburg, KS
11-Mar Conroy Angus Gordon, NE
11-Mar Cooper Hereford Ranch Willow Creek, MT
11-Mar Galaxy Beef Macon, MO
11-Mar Greenhorn Cattle Co. online
11-Mar James Angus Bloomington, NE
11-Mar Loosli Red Angus Ashton, ID
11-Mar Macdonald Ranches Mandan, ND
11-Mar McKenzie Land & Livestock Fort Stockton, TX
11-Mar Nelson Red Angus Philip, SD
11-Mar Romans Ranches Westfall, OR
11-Mar Schreiber Angus Beaver, KS
11-Mar True West Genetics Moro, OR
11-Mar Veltkamp Angus Manhattan, MT
11-Mar Wagon Wheel Ranch Yuma, CO
11-Mar Weber Land & Cattle Lake Benton, MN
11-Mar Wedel Beef Genetics Leoti, KS
12-Mar Berwald Red Angus Toronto, SD
12-Mar Bischoff’s Ravine Creek Ranch Huron, SD
12-Mar Central Montana Gelbvieh & Angus Lewiston, MT
12-Mar Heart River Ranch Belfield, ND
12-Mar Hilltop Angus online
12-Mar Hornung Livestock Stratton, CO
12-Mar L Bar W Cattle Co. Absarokee, MT
12-Mar Montana Ranch embryo online
12-Mar Pfaff Angus Bonesteel, SD
12-Mar R.A. Brown Ranch Throckmorton, TX
12-Mar Sitz Angus Dillon, MT
12-Mar Stucky Ranch Kingman, KS
12-Mar Udy Cattle Co. Rockland, ID
13-Mar BJ Angus Genetics Manhattan, KS
13-Mar Brink Fleckvieh Elkader, IA
13-Mar Brookhouser T-Bone Angus Atkinson, NE
13-Mar Cannon Angus Flemingsburg, KY
13-Mar Effertz Key Ranch Rugby, ND
13-Mar Fritz Red Angus Brady, MT
13-Mar Grassy Meadow Ranch online
13-Mar Henke Angus Salisbury, MO
13-Mar Iowa Shorthorn Association online
13-Mar Lone Star Angus Gainesville, TX
13-Mar Mark Davis Family Angus online
13-Mar McCurry Angus Ranch Burrton, KS
13-Mar Mogck Angus Farms Tripp, SD
13-Mar Sunny Okanogan Omak, WA
13-Mar Wheeler Mountain Angus Ranch Whitehall, MT
14-Mar A&R Red Angus online
14-Mar Bar S Ranch Paradise, KS
14-Mar Christensen Angus Okarche, OK
14-Mar Felton Angus online
14-Mar Green Mtn. Angus Billings, MT
14-Mar High Desert Cattle Co. Pilot Rock, OR
14-Mar Huck-Stegman Dodge City, KS
14-Mar Hueftle Cattle Co. Cozad, NE
14-Mar Intermountain Genetic Alliance Baker, NV
14-Mar Kenny Angus Schaller, IA
14-Mar Leland & Koester Red Angus Sidney, MT
14-Mar Ohio Beef Expo Columbus, OH
14-Mar Powerline Genetics Arapahoe, NE
14-Mar Rollin’ Rock Pilot Rock, OR
14-Mar SHB and GPAR Reardan, WA
14-Mar Sleepy Hollow Farms Centerville, SD
14-Mar Sons of Sires Genoa, NE
14-Mar The Sooner Classic Norman, OK
14-Mar TL Ranch Angus Edina, MO
15-Mar Bradley Cattle Springfield, MO
15-Mar Brinkley Angus Ranch Green City, MO
15-Mar Buck Creek Ranch Yale, OK
15-Mar Buckeye Hereford Columbus, OH
15-Mar Carolina Futurity Clemson, SC
15-Mar CES/ Predestine Wadley, GA
15-Mar Colorado Select Fort Collins, CO
15-Mar Danell Diamond six Ranch online
15-Mar Dickinson Ranch Gorham, KS
15-Mar Eastern Spring Simmental Columbus, OH
15-Mar Ertel Cattle Co. Kirksville, MO
15-Mar Express Ranches Honor Roll Yukon, OK
15-Mar Fairview Farms Moorefield, WV
15-Mar Falling Timber Farms Marthasville, MO
15-Mar Full Circle Cattle Co. Dodge City, KS
15-Mar Fuoss Angus Draper, SD
15-Mar Gardels Lazy 4 Angus Kearney, NE
Ellingson Deep River
Connealy Craftsman
TUESDAY, MARCH 18, 2025 1:00 PM AT THE RANCH
Offering a high caliber set of sons from these breed leading sires to enhance predictability and uniformity in your next calf crop.
Charolais Sires: Schrader’s Vision, LT Affinity, LT Avenger, Redemption, TCCS Saint Christopher, DC/CRJ Tank
Simmental Sires: THSF Lover Boy, MR SR 71 Right Now, Dynamic SCHRADER R ANCH
Laci, Weston & Josi Schrader Home. 785-488-2135 | Spencer. 785-488-7204 Laci. 785-488-7227 | Weston. 785-488-6390 2118 Oxbow Road Wells, Kansas 67467 email: schrader@twinvalley.net
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15-Mar Grassy Medow Ranch online
15-Mar Iron Lorenzen Cattle Co. Madras, OR
15-Mar J-C Angus Moriarty, NM
15-Mar Jmar Genetics online
15-Mar K7 Herefords Lockridge, IA
15-Mar Valley Oaks Angus Oak Grove, MO
15-Mar Ward Ranches Gardnerville, NV
15-Mar Waukaru Farms Rensselaer, IN
15-Mar Wild Indian Acres Joplin, MO
15-Mar Windy Hill Charolais Cedar Hill, MO
16-Mar 2K Cattle Enterprise Bloomington, WI
16-Mar April Valley Farm PT Leavenworth, KS
15-Mar Lone Oak Cattle Mechanicsville, IA
15-Mar MCA/MSU Bull Evaluation Remus, MI
15-Mar Milk Creek Reds Plevna, MT
15-Mar Mississippi Valley Angus Assoc. Cuba, MO
15-Mar Molitor Angus Farm Zenda, KS
15-Mar Musgrave Angus Griggsville, IL
15-Mar NE Arkansas Charlotte, AR
15-Mar Nelson Angus Ranch Salmon, ID
15-Mar Ohio Beef Expo Columbus, OH
15-Mar Post Office Ranch Salida, CO
15-Mar R&R Genetics Willard, UT
15-Mar Red Hill Farms Lafayette, TN
15-Mar Red Reckoning Doudas, IA
15-Mar Reynolds Land & Cattle Sanford, CO
15-Mar Rockin H Simmental Canby, MN
15-Mar Springhill Herefords Blue Rapids, KS
15-Mar Sonstebo Angus Wallace, SD
15-Mar South Carolina Angus Futurity Clemson, SC
15-Mar South Montana Angus Assoc. Ramsay, MT
15-Mar Triangle B Ranch Stigler, OK
16-Mar Briarwood Angus Butler, MO
16-Mar Bruning Farms Fairbury, NE
16-Mar Hidden Angus Sebeka, MN
16-Mar Wabash Valley Angus Breeders Harrisburg, IL
17-Mar Angus in the Basin Duchesne, UT
17-Mar B&D Herefords and Angus Claflin, KS
17-Mar Brent Charolais online
17-Mar Bridle Bit Simmentals Walsh, CO
17-Mar Flat Water Red Angus Gang Broken Bow, NE
17-Mar Hinkle’s Prime Cut Angus Nevada, MO
17-Mar Holten Cattle Co. Cisco, TX
17-Mar JR/ Sackmann Othello, WA
17-Mar Rancho Casino/ Cox Ranch Purdum, NE
17-Mar Rudow Family Cattle Pana, IL
17-Mar Steady Run Genetics online
17-Mar Weber Red Angus & Charolais Lake Andes, SD
17-Mar Whistling Winds Angus Hingham, MT
18-Mar 7n7 Ranch Enterprise, OR
18-Mar Bartels Angus Riverton, NE
18-Mar Blevins Angus Charlo, MT
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18-Mar ELK Angus Buffalo, WY
18-Mar Excel Ranches online
18-Mar Flying S Herefords Puluxy, TX
18-Mar Green Mountain Red Angus Logan, MT
18-Mar Hinkson Angus Cottonwood Falls, KS
18-Mar Moore Shorthorns Jerseyville, IL
18-Mar Schrader Ranch Wells, KS
18-Mar Slovek Ranch Philip, SD
21-Mar 3C Christensen Ranch/ NLC Simmental Wessington, SD
21-Mar 7L Diamond Ranch Monte Vista, CO
21-Mar Black Summit Powell, WY
21-Mar Bradshaw Ranch Palmyra, MO
21-Mar Caywood Angus Tendoy, ID
21-Mar Dixie Farms Angus Gloster, LA
21-Mar Hennebold Herefords Winner, SD
21-Mar Laubach Red Angus Big Timber, MT
18-Mar Superior Beef Genetics Lamar, MO
19-Mar 2 Bar Angus Hereford, TX
19-Mar Klompien & CK Red Angus Manhattan, MT
19-Mar Lufkin Cattle Co. Salmon, ID
19-Mar Mid-Kansas Angus Breeders Lacrosse, KS
19-Mar Pollard Farms Waukomis, OK
19-Mar Stevenson Diamond Dot Hobson, MT
19-Mar T4 Livestock online
21-Mar Marshall & Fenner Angus Boonville, MO
21-Mar Montana Performance co-op w. Basin Columbus, MT
21-Mar Mudge Farms LaSalle, IL
21-Mar Mushrush Ranches Strong City, KS
21-Mar Reynolds Land & Cattle Sanford, CO
21-Mar Schweitzer Red Angus Pleasant Dale, NE
21-Mar Sunflower Genetics Maple Hill, KS
21-Mar SW Iowa Gelbvieh & Balancer Creston, IA
19-Mar Topp Angus Grace City, ND
19-Mar Wagonhammer Ranches Albion, NE
19-Mar Western Breeders Assoc. Eltopia, WA
19-Mar Wiesler Angus Orient, SD
19-Mar Woodbury Farms Overbrook, KS
20-Mar Bar Star Cattle Musselshell, MT
20-Mar Benoit Angus Ranch Esbon, KS
20-Mar Carter Cattle Co. Pingree, ID
20-Mar DBL Inc. Fullerton, NE
20-Mar Evenson Angus Ranch Lemmon, SD
20-Mar GKB Cattle & Barber Ranch Desdemona, TX
20-Mar Jacobson Red Angus Hitterdal, MN
20-Mar K7 Herefords Lockridge, IA
20-Mar Laverdure Livestock Cut Bank, MT
20-Mar Malek Angus Ranch Highwood, MT
20-Mar Martin Red Angus/ Koss Angus Glasgow, MT
20-Mar Sandridge Land & Cattle Perkins, OK
20-Mar Shoufler/ Lawrence Wickard Shorthorns Fortville, IN
20-Mar Western Cattle Sources Crawford, NE
21-Mar TD Angus North Platte, NE
21-Mar Thomas Charolais Raymondville, TX
21-Mar Turkey Creek Gelbvieh Yankton, SD
21-Mar Univ. Wyoming High- Alt. Bull test Laramie, WY
21-Mar Wann Ranch Poteau, OK
21-Mar West Virginia Southern Bull Evaluation Ripley, WV
22-Mar 8 Story Farms Gallatin, MO
22-Mar Bradley Cattle Osceola, MO
22-Mar Candy Meadow Farm Lexington, TN
22-Mar The Clear Choice Milan, IN
22-Mar Cranview Gelbvieh Rugby, ND
22-Mar Chatel Farms Reidsville, GA
22-Mar Connealy Angus Whitman, NE
22-Mar DaKitch Farms Ada, MN
22-Mar Deer Valley Farm Fayetteville, TN
22-Mar Fischer Red Angus Harlowton, MT
22-Mar Gabriel Ranch f Grand Saline, TX
22-Mar Geyer Cattle Co. Huron, SD
22-Mar Harris Angus Ottawa, KS
22-Mar KL3 Farms
Poplar Bluff, MO
22-Mar Kramer Farms PT Farina, IL
22-Mar Littlerobe Angus Higgins, TX
22-Mar Lautenschlager & Sons Red Angus Othello, WA
22-Mar Lunds B Bar Angus Baker, MT
22-Mar New Haven Angus Leavenworth, KS
22-Mar North Carolina Hereford Classic Union Grove, NC
22-Mar Northern Genetics Clear Lake, MN
22-Mar Ochsner Limousin Kersey, CO
22-Mar Pacific NW Red Bull Rendezvous Othello, WA
22-Mar Profit through Performance Lexington, KY
22-Mar Rocking R Red Angus Bayard, NE
22-Mar RV Bar Angus PT Jensen, UT
22-Mar Sandhill Farms Haviland, KS
22-Mar Sauk Valley Angus Rock Falls, IL
22-Mar Seedstock Plus Carthage, MO
22-Mar Sinclair Cattle Co. Buffalo, WY
22-Mar Southern Eagle Ranch Evington, VA
22-Mar T Heart Ranch La Garita, CO
22-Mar Thomas Charolais Raymondville, TX
22-Mar Valley View Charolais Polson, MT
22-Mar Virginia BCIA SW Bull Test Wytheville, VA
22-Mar Wakefield Farms Dunlap, IA
22-Mar West Fork Ranch Loup City, NE
22-Mar Wood V Bar X Red Angus Sandpoint, ID
22-Mar Worthington Angus Dadeville, MO
22-Mar Zehnder Waage Partnership Greenbush, MN
23-Mar Dahlke Red Angus Bagley, MN
23-Mar Kates Angus Shelbyville, IL
23-Mar Leachman Cattle Fort Collins, CO
23-Mar Perks Ranch Rockford, IL
23-Mar Redfest Bloomington, WI
23-Mar Rockin’ H Cattle Haddam, KS
23-Mar Silver Genetics Maryville, MO
24-Mar Cole Creek Angus Columbus, MT
24-Mar Copeland & Sons Clayton, NM
24-Mar Daltons on the Sycamore online
24-Mar Deer Valley embryo online
24-Mar Driscoll Cattle Co. DeSmet, SD
24-Mar High Point Ranch Fullerton, NE
24-Mar Iowa Cattlemen’s Assoc. bull test Tama, IA
24-Mar Larsen Angus Forsyth, MT
24-Mar Leachman Cattle Fort Collins, CO
24-Mar Luddington Angus Freedom, OK
24-Mar Maplecrest Farms Hillsboro, OH
24-Mar Miller Angus Farms Watertown, SD
24-Mar Oleen Bros. Dwight, KS
24-Mar Sidwell & Frank Herefords Columbus, MT
24-Mar Southwest PT Springfield, MO
25-Mar Bar JV Angus Fairview, MT
25-Mar C-B Charolais Montpelier, ND
25-Mar Ferguson Angus Agra, KS
25-Mar Frenzen Polled Herefords/ Angus Fullerton, NE
25-Mar Hall Stock Farm Berthold, ND
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25-Mar Harrison Cattle Co. Arapaho, OK
25-Mar HC Angus online
25-Mar L83 Ranch Mandan, ND
25-Mar Middleton Limousin online
25-Mar Missouri Shorthorn Association online
25-Mar NW Wyoming Angus Assoc. Riverton, WY
25-Mar Open Gate Ranch Augusta, MT
26-Mar BCV Farms online
26-Mar Diamond H Ranch Victoria, KS
26-Mar Gypsy Creek Ranch online
26-Mar McCumber Angus Ranch Rolette, ND
26-Mar NE Bull Test Broken Bow, NE
26-Mar NJW Polled Herefords Sheridan, WY
26-Mar Peterson Grain & Cattle Havre, MT
26-Mar Schilling Cattle Edson, KS
26-Mar Schmidt Cattle Co. Rushville, NE
26-Mar Texas Angus Assoc. feeder calf Wichita Falls, TX
26-Mar Westphal Red Angus Grass Range, MT
27-Mar Bradshaw Cattle Co. Keosauqua, IA
27-Mar Cactus Cattle Co. Belle Fourche, SD
27-Mar D&W Angus Hartwell, GA
27-Mar Danell Diamond Six Ranch online
27-Mar Dethlefs Angus/ Treffer Angus Burwell, NE
27-Mar Gartner-Denowh Angus Ranch Sidney, MT
27-Mar Gibbs Red Angus Glasgow, MT
27-Mar Glasoe Angus Williston, ND
27-Mar Kicking Horse Ranch online
27-Mar L Bar L Angus Imperial, NE
27-Mar Lau’s Valley View Angus Armour, SD
27-Mar Leemon Cattle Co. Fairland, OK
27-Mar McCabe Genetics Elk City, KS
27-Mar Minor Limousin online
27-Mar Olson Land & Cattle/ Pohlman Cattle Hereford, TX
27-Mar Performance Unlimited Overbrook, KS
27-Mar Schu-Lar Hereford Overbrook, KS
27-Mar Schuler Red Angus Bridgeport, NE
27-Mar Sweiger Farms Maysville, MO
27-Mar Vermillion Ranch Billings, MT
27-Mar Wardensville Bull Test Wardensville, WY
27-Mar Western Nat’l Angus Futurity Reno, NV
28-Mar Bell Ranch Mount Pleasant, TX
28-Mar Birk Genetics Jackson, MO
28-Mar Danell Diamond Six Ranch online
28-Mar Griswold Cattle Stillwater, OK
28-Mar Hennebold Herefords Winner, SD
28-Mar Jager Land & Cattle Eddyville, IA
28-Mar Kolt Cattle Co. Marietta, OK
28-Mar Lisco/ M Diamond Angus Casaper, WY
28-Mar Lylester Ranch Martell, NE
28-Mar Mill Brae Ranch/ Barrett Cattle Maple Hill, KS
28-Mar Miller Angus & Friends Harrisonburg, VA
28-Mar Pennsylvania Bull Test Pennsylvania Furnace, PA
28-Mar Quaker Hill Angus Louisa, VA
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28-Mar Roth Angus Ranch Freeman, SD
28-Mar Schurrtop Ranch McCook, NE
28-Mar Sexton Genetics Muskogee, OK
28-Mar Smith Angus Bassett, NE
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Jacob Nolte SHOOTIN' THE BULL
by Derek Sample. Derek@ABPmag.com
"I Love cows for some odd reason... I can't imagine doing anything else"
Derek: Hey Jacob, thanks for taking the time.
Jacob: We're in the middle of calving here at the home farm, but once the calves hit four days old, we haul them over to my place a few miles away. That’s also how we sort for breeding. I’m in charge of the whole process, but luckily, I had some help today. We just finished another load— still plenty more to go!
D: This time of year, I'm always interrupting someone during calving. <laughs> Alright, can you introduce yourself to our readers?
Jacob: I’m Jacob Nolte, I'm 30 and the second oldest of four siblings who farm alongside our parents, Tim and Rita, here at Hidden Angus. After high school, I worked a few jobs off the farm before coming back full-time, and I’ve been here ever since. We started out milking cows, but now it’s all beef. Over the years, we’ve built up a commercial beef herd and purchased a herd of registered black angus cows. We just keep growing—both the cattle and our family!
Jacob: I'm married to my wife Kim, and we have one boy, Drew, who is a year and a half. Then, my sister-in-law Kate and my brother Eric, who have two kids, Elaine is two and Evan is seven months old. My sister has two kids as well, one's four and one's a newborn.
D: How many of you work here on the farm?
Jacob: We all work on the farm and the garbage company side.
D: Now, is anybody working only for the garbage company?
Jacob: Not necessarily—we tend to switch things up. Kate handles the books and splits her time between the garbage company and the farm. My wife, Kimberly, helps deliver cans to customers. Dan, our brother-in-law, is the main mechanic— he’s always working on garbage trucks, tractors, and whatever else needs fixing. Then there’s my brother, Eric, who’s the equipment guy. He helps with the mechanic work, and he will jump in wherever he’s needed and works alongside Dan.
D: Yeah, I can tell with all the kids running behind you!
D: Your family is an impressive group.
Jacob: Thanks! We also built a new shop, and everyone loves it. It’s out behind the farm, part of our expansion. We used to have the feed yard here at the home farm, but we moved it out by the shop. It would be about a half-mile through the woods as the crow flies—it’s a three-quartermile drive from the farm.
D: Does everybody live pretty close to the home farm?
Jacob: We're all within a couple of miles.
D: Like a large wagon train, circling the home farm.
Jacob: Yes! We always rent land when it’s available, and now we have quite a bit, with more and more further away. We winter cows and heifers up to five miles from here, which isn't bad, but we feed plenty off the farm daily with the tractor. We’re pretty spoiled. All the land we rent is within 15 miles of the home farm, except for a few larger pastures.
D: Wow, rotation can be complex I bet.
Jacob: Rotation or just having a small herd and the efficiency of small pastures is not as good as you would think. If you check a pasture, it takes you a while to get into the brush and find 'em; then there’s only six cows in that pasture. You’re not getting a whole lot done, you know?
D: So how many cows are you running around the different pastures?
Jacob: I guess with the commercial cows, calves and the registered cows…and then we also background yearling heifers that we buy in the fall. I don't know the total number here since we're calving, but it'll be just short of 800 head now that we’re calving. Then we have about 70 summer calving cows, too.
D: You have a lot going on.
D: Yeah, that's spoiled. No doubt about it. Good for you. I’ve been to ranches where they rent land hours away, and it’s a regular trip more than a few times a week. That’s just the closest some can get.
Jacob: Yeah, for the most part, the way our land is, it's a lot of small pastures. Some are 40 acres, 80 acres, 15 acres, to 50 acres pastures and fields.
Jacob: It’s a lot more than that, but as far as mama cows, it's over 800. We have about 350 backgrounding right now. thats always off and on, but we do quite a bit of custom feeding for other people, too. Primarily, it was a bigger farm where we had a good working relationship, and that number is constantly changing from 200 to 900 head out there for them too.
D: It’s all Angus, correct?
Jacob: The registered cows are Angus, but our commercial herd is Angus with some cross in
there. We do run some Hereford bulls, and we sell the Baldy heifers. We work a lot with Topp Herefords out of North Dakota, too.
D: We love them. They just had another great sale a couple of days ago.
Jacob: They have a great program, and they’re just as great to work with. We run four to five Hereford bulls on our commercial cows and then sell the heifers back to them. We can't afford to keep all those heifers, so we cross with the Herefords and sell them back.
D: That’s great. Speaking of sales, you have a big sale coming up.
Jacob: Yes, March 16th. It’ll be here soon.
D: What will you be offering at your sale?
Jacob: We're gonna offer about 70 registered Angus Bulls. We'll also have 10 registered open heifers. We’ll also provide five commercial open heifers and five commercial cow-calf pairs. We do have 10 Hereford open heifers on the list, too.
D: Nice. Of course, we’re big fans of FFA programs everywhere.
Jacob: Last year, we donated the money from 2 donkeys to the local schools. This year, we're gonna have three donkeys. They’re always a big hit at the sale. Plus, it’s good to promote our garbage company, where we support the local schools.
D: Yes, your dad told me how often you do sponsorships, which keeps that Nolte name out there around the local area. Your utility company is very important, and it’s great the locals see that you support local organizations for kids and such.
Jacob: Yeah. It’s funny that my dad always says he didn't like his FFA advisor. But that FFA advisor kept him in school and sold him his first beef cow, so there’s some history there.
D: So, it’s that guy’s fault you run so many cows?
Jacob: Yeah <laughs>
D: Did everybody grow up on your farm?
Jacob: Yeah. My dad grew up here on the farm where he lives now. This is where he was raised with 40 milk cows and some pigs and sheep. So that's what they had through the nineties. But then they got out of the hogs and the sheep and got into beef cows. We all grew here. As a kid, I got to see the stages of the growing numbers of beef cows growing from 20 to 50 to a hundred and more and more.
D: I bet you witnessed a lot of growing pains.
Jacob: We still milk three milk cows. We call that the hobby side. There are also a couple of bottle lambs and some feeder pigs. Well, I think Dad got 15 of them again now, but more than a few this time. Dad still loves sheep and pigs, so we eat well around here.
D: No kidding.
D: I think I heard something about donkeys?
Jacob: Yes! We can't forget about the donkeys.
D: I love the donkeys. My favorites are guarding the cattle at Rambur Charolais in Montana.
Jacob: Well, our idea is to be a little different than other seed stock guys and get 'em to talk to you. At least, that was the idea initially. Whatever the donkeys bring in, that money gets donated to local FFA programs.
Jacob: It can be a bit hectic with the hobby side, but having fresh milk in the house is lovely. So, if you have twins or need milk during calving, you always have it on hand. I may complain about 'em, but they are nice to have around. Yesterday was one of those moments. I could have sold those milk cows <laughs> We always compare the garbage business to milking cows. You treat it like a chore; get up, do it, and then you can return to playing with the beef cows we all enjoy.
D: Why don't we transition to that quickly since I wanted to talk about your garbage company. It fell into your hands, and though you didn’t like the idea originally, it’s been great for your family.
Jacob: Well, the local garbage company was owned by an older gentleman looking to retire, He approached us about buying it, saying it would pair well with the beef cattle operation, and he was right. Since we took over seven years ago, we’ve tripled the business. At the same time, other garbage companies were shutting down, so we were able to expand. It turned out to be the perfect opportunity. We gained a lot of new customers quickly—even though, at first, we had no idea what we were doing!
We bought the business in January—right in the middle of calving season—so we were juggling a brutal winter, calving, and figuring out how to run a garbage company all at once. There was a lot more to it than we expected.
D: Yes, I’d like to hear about that too. We’ll come back to that one. A couple more questions about the garbage company: Do you have a daily routine for that and the farm?
Jacob: Right now, my mom is the only person from the family who drives a garbage truck. She does a few days in the truck, and my dad does a little occasionally. In the mornings, we have two very good guys that have been laid off from their regular jobs, so they work part-time for us since we are short on drivers. This will get us through the calving season, but once we reach the middle of March, I'll have to return to a few days of garbage work. They're short routes in the morning, but my mom is the one that gets thrown under the bus all the time driving a truck.
D: As the saying goes, Moms are like glue. Even if you can't see them, they always hold the family together.
Jacob: So true. She's got her CDL and gets in a truck a lot more than she should. But she always says that that's work she can do. Throughout the year, besides during calving, we try to work out where I go until 1 am, and then my brother Eric gets up at one to take over. When we’re calving, we try to ensure I don't have to be in the truck if it works out. Last year, I had to suffer through it. <laughs>
D: Do you have any cameras set up for calving?
Jacob: We repurposed our old dairy barn and attached hay shed, enclosing and insulating it this year to improve heat retention. An exhaust fan was added for better airflow. This space holds about 30 commercial cows, who stay there for 24 hours before moving to other barns. Since we needed to separate the commercial and registered cows, we converted our machine shed into a calving barn for the registered cows. Though it’s not insulated, a radiant heater keeps it warm, running continuously in cold weather to maintain a steady 30-35 degrees, with thermostatic control to shut off when it warms up.
D: It’s a calving spa. <laughs>
Jacob: Yeah, and when it’s super cold, we put snow and hay bales around the barn and any open space to help insulate it. It stays warm in there.
D: Yeah, I remember some dizzying calving moments when I was a kid.
Jacob: But on the registered side of it, we won’t put up with any of that. We don't want that for our customers. We're spoiled with the commercial herd. If there's a registered cow that irritates us or anything, we don't necessarily have to cull her if she's a good cow. Even if they got three good tits one's been swallowed up, yet she still raises a big quality calf, we offer her as a commercial cow. So, we're blessed that way of having a little more forgiveness of not necessarily having to cut your losses on that expensive registered heifer. That way, it improves our registered herd at the same time. But it's been good. Overall, the calves' health has been excellent so far this year, so I can't complain.
D: Any crazy moms or calves pop up?
Jacob: No, it's been pretty good overall. A couple of crazier cows on the commercial side, but they're going to the cull pen this year. The older I get, the less I put up with it.
D: Plus, the weather’s been a little warmer lately. Though a record-breaking cold front is on the way next week.
Jacob: It was a little bit warmer there in January. We had some really cold days here, but February has been lovely. But they're saying the next 10 days are supposed to be record breaking.
We're over half done calving, so we'll have plenty of barn space during the cold spell here.
D: When I was 19, I lived an hour from here for a few months. I’ll never forget the day it was minus 87 degrees (yes, -87). I’ll never forget that cold… and I worked outside that whole week.
Jacob: Yeah, it gets cold around here. I don’t mind the cold so much. It’s the wind that gets ya. During the summer, we build and repair windbreaks so we’re not suffering so bad out here on windy days.
D: Makes sense. How far away is your nearest big town for goods & supplies?
Jacob: Sebeka is a small town about 5 miles away. The next biggest is half an hour away. Brainerd is the next step up in size, and that’s an hour. Then, Fargo is an hour and a half to the west.
ly—$4,000 total—but worth it. We have a lot of bad swamp land where equipment can't reach, and the frost pushes up the railroad ties. With this ready driver, I can drive a four-inch well pipe down by cutting it into 10-foot chunks and pounding it in. It’s perfect for areas where getting stuck is a concern, and since the pipes are hollow, the frost doesn’t push them up. No need for bracing; once it’s in, it stays put.
D: How's the fence maintenance on all this rented land?
Jacob: I bought a ready driver. It's got a Honda gas motor on it. That thing's been amazing. My dad's never spent money on something like that. He says we can pound by hand.
D: <laughs> Pounding by hand in the Minnesota frost isn’t much fun.
Jacob: We fence year-round here. I get sick of pounding posts through thick frost. I hardly use my new pounder during the summertime. It’s loud and annoying, and I'd rather pound them by hand when the ground is good. It was cost-
D: Wow. I'll have to look into that one.
Jacob: Yep, it's paid for itself in less than a year.
D: With the hollow pipe, does it give you any problems running a line around it?
Jacob: No, if you keep her level as you're pounding, so the line doesn't slide up and down. But I haven't had any trouble. The only time I have is if it hits a rock at a bit of an angle. But to fix it, I end up drilling a hole and making a bolt through there so it holds it in place.
D: Love it. Great story. OK, next question. Any thoughts on today’s cattle industry?
Jacob: Yeah, I'm scared who's gonna buy bulls in 10 years. Mainly because the average age of the producer keeps getting older and older.
D: Yeah, that’s a common concern we discuss most days. I think the average age is 62 years old now. No other industry has that problem.
Jacob: People always say the next generation will step up, but when I think about kids my age,
body says ranchers are getting rich now.
D: Misinformed as they are...
none are interested in this. Locally, many from my dad's generation run just 20 to 40 cows. I only have one friend my age who cares about cows, but he just has 10 cows to say he does.
D: Yeah, the romance of this draws him in.
Jacob: I’d tell them that hard work is essential, but sometimes, despite how much effort you put in, things don’t go your way. You can do everything right and still lose calves or struggle to make a payment—it’s just part of farming and ranching. There are easier ways to make a living, no doubt about that. So, if someone starts losing interest when things get tough, you can’t blame them. It’s not for everyone.
D: So many families are losing their kids to the big cities. Lots of ranchers were counting on the kids to take over their operations. One in five ranching/farming families has lost a child to the big city or a spouse in the city.
Jacob: Some people don’t get it. Cattle prices may be high, but so are our expenses. It’s frustrating when people think we’re making a lot of money. While prices are up, so are costs, so profits aren’t as high as they seem. Prices aren’t where they should be yet, but at least some farmers can cover their bills now. I don’t watch the markets closely all year—just in the fall, and less so once calving starts.
D: I hear ya. OK, next one, do you have any local organizations you can count on?
Jacob: My dad was always involved with local Cattlemen's. Then he got involved with the State Cattlemen's board and so on. My parents have been on many boards, from the township to the 4H boards. So, growing up as a kid, we were constantly dragged to these meetings or worked the cows while they were there. So yes, many of these exist, and we will still try to attend some. My brother Eric is on the local Cattleman's board now and is the regional director for our area.
D: What about the local law enforcement?
Jacob: We have a great relationship with the local sheriff’s department. We don’t always see eye to eye, but when it comes to our cattle, they’ve been good about reaching out if there’s an issue. That said, we tend to get thrown under the bus a lot because we’re considered one of the more prominent ranchers in the area. We’re not that big compared to others in the industry, but to the locals, we are—which means if cattle get out and someone’s too lazy to fix their fence, they blame the Noltes. Then the sheriff calls us.
Jacob: I like cows for some odd reason. I can’t imagine doing anything else. <laughs> I mean, yeah, there's some nights where, especially during calving here, I'd rather just go home. But we got cows, so…you can’t.
D: How about prices these days?
Jacob: Well, of course, it’s good to see the cattle prices where they are. Another side of that is when you go up to the local liquor store, every-
The sheriff’s department has been great to work with. But I always tell them—especially since I’m in charge of all the fences—if I get a call in the middle of the night, I want them to stay on site until I get there, so I don't have to go on a wild goose hunt. If they’re mine, I’ll put them back in and take responsibility. But a good portion of the time, they turn out to be someone else’s cattle.
I take great pride in my fencing and ensuring everything is secure. I hate getting those latenight calls, but with as many small pastures as
we run, there’s always a chance. Let it be said that at the end of the day, I don’t care who you are—if you run cattle, you’ll have some get out eventually. That’s just how it goes.
D: My grandpa would say, “The cattle are out, or they will be soon!” <laughs>
Jacob: Yeah, and every time the family gets dressed up to go somewhere like a wedding or something, they’ll always call about the cattle.
D: Murphy's law? Bovine’s law? One of those ought to apply…
Jacob: Here’s a funny one. During the first bad drought, many local farms sold off their cows, often after 50-60 years of ownership. It was easier for them to lease land to us than keep cattle. One property had a drainage ditch, and the owner swore it would keep cattle in. I told him, "If my cows cross it in a week, you buy the materials, and I’ll build the fence. If they stay, I’ll cover it."
Well, two nights in, the whole herd crossed. Right across the ditch was his sister’s yard—she hates cows, and they haven’t gotten along for years. He got an earful, but he bought the materials the next day, and it only took a couple of hours to build the fence. That drought led to us renting a lot more ground, and now, many folks find it easier to lease to us than get back into cattle.
D: Love how that works. Are you riding horses or 4-wheelers?
Jacob: Horses and four-wheelers. I ride a lot, but I’m not necessarily a horseman.
D: I hear giggling over in the corner behind you.
Jacob: Yeah. The girls, my wife and sister in law Kate, they both like horses, and they make fun of me since I don’t. I often ride horses, but if the horse is saddled and ready to go, then great. But if I can do the job with the four-wheeler, I'm taking the four-wheeler.
D: <laughs>
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Jacob: Sometimes, it really frustrates me when I try to move cows with the four-wheeler and they won’t cooperate, but when I get on a horse, they settle right down. It just annoys me that I have to ride the horse! <laughs>
D: I understand entirely.
Jacob: The cows respect the horses. We work in rugged country where the horses can navigate the rocks and swamp. Cows may not be the brightest, but they’re not totally clueless. My lead horse is big, sturdy, and easy to get along with. The other one is a jerk. He was free, but he kicks at people— and me, too. He’s a pain, but he’s great in tough situations when cattle get away. The kids call him Uncle Jacob's naughty dragon to keep them away so they don’t get hurt. My wife likes horses, too. We used to have a few geldings, but now we have mares and a stud. She’s interested in breeding and selling a couple of registered quarter horses a year. That’s fine, as long as she’s the one doing it. <laughs>
D: Love it. Okay, let's switch it up. What's your favorite cut of beef, and how do you like it cooked?
Jacob: Well, people will be mad at me, but I like a steak, but I want it done.
D: We hear that more often than you would think.
Jacob: Yeah, my father-in-law used to be a chef. He made a steak when we were visiting him once, and it was always so rare. I told him I want it cooked. It doesn't have to be crispy, but I like it cooked. It can be a little bit of pink if they insist, but I don't want blood.
D: My Dad did, too. He caught a lot of crap for it. OK, another simple question: Ford, Chevy or Dodge?
D: Well said. How about your bucket list? Anything you would like to do that you just haven’t gotten around to yet? A big adventure or trip or quest of any sort?
Jacob: I don't care as long as it runs. But, if you talk to my brother-in-law, Chevys are easier to work on.
D: Great answer. What are your thoughts on global warming?
Jacob: It’s going to be minus 30 next week. That’s my answer <laughs>
Jacob: I love hunting, though I don’t always have the time. Lately, I’ve been trying to get out more, especially for coon hunting with my hound. I enjoy it—hunting raccoons and having a whiskey with friends. Nothing too wild. And if you’re drinking, no guns allowed. I’m lucky to have a friend in Montana who works on a farm, and my buddy Josh has been out there mule deer hunting a few times. We applied last year, and I finally got to go this fall. I shot a nice one in open country with huge ravines. In most places, you could get a four-wheeler in, but where we ended up, it was on a mountainside. So, we had to hike, quarter him, and pack him out—it made for an unforgettable experience.
D: Wow, no kidding.
Jacob: As I get older, I’d like to keep going on hunting trips with my friends. I’d just be happy with that. Even if we hunt here at home, that would be fine. We have plenty of wildlife here.
D: Didn’t you tell me you wanted to attend more bull sales too?
Jacob: Yeah, I really want to go to more bull sales. There’s a lot of them that I want to go to that are happening while we're calving right now.
D: This is the busiest time for most of ‘em out there. Jacob: Hopefully, our cows keep calving heavily for the next few days. If all goes well, it’ll slow down next week. My parents are heading to the Topp Herefords sale and stopping by a few oth ers. A lot of people want to attend the big bull sales, but I prefer the smaller ones, even if they’re only selling 30 bulls. You’ll find more hidden gems at those, and I think there’s more oppor tunity. The next big name in genetics might be waiting to be discovered there. So, to answer your question, it’s on my bucket list to make time for one or two new sales each year. The only problem is, I don’t like driving <laughs>. I can handle a couple of hours, but anything more than that is tough. My wife’s family is south of Rochester, so I have to make the five-and-a-half-hour drive to visit them occasionally.
your bulls after the sale?
Jacob: So last year, my dad and I split it up, taking turns at delivering. We were very surprised at how many bulls stayed right here locally.
D: Alright, we’re near the end here. Anything you’d like to share that you are surprised by or a fun story that you regularly tell people?
Well, I never thought we would be seed stock guys. I never thought I'd be a garbage truck driver. I never thought I’d be interviewed for such a prestigious cattle magazine.
Yep, that’s a good one. Tell me more! Haha. And then I never thought I'd marry a red-
Jacob: So, when people ask me that, I guess, I don't know, one day at a time.
D: What an adventure we’re all on.
D: I drive all over the country and I love it. I don’t mind flying, but I’ll get behind the wheel in a heartbeat. What about when you’re delivering
Jacob: Times change, and they’ll continue to change, so we must adapt.
D: Yep, circle of life. Alright, finally. Any advice for people just getting started in this business?
Jacob: Everyone in the cattle business has their preferences—some like their cattle more moderate and thick, while others prefer a little more frame. My advice? Raise what you like, and don’t let anyone nitpick your program. Stick to what works for you, and don’t let others sway you. I’ve seen young guys start small herds—maybe 20 cows—and get discouraged because a neighbor makes fun of their choices. One guy I know likes his cows short, thick, and squatty, and his neighbor gives him a hard time. I just told him, “If that’s what you like, there’s nothing wrong with that.” Honestly, if I ever quit ranching, got a job in town, and just ran 10 cows as a hobby, you better believe I’d have the biggest, fattest Charolais cows around—and I’d throw a big Hereford bull on them. No joke!
D: How fun. Now tell us where you’re coming from with that.
Jacob: Because nobody likes Charolais around here <laughs>. Another thing is that I've always had a thing for Charolais since I was a kid. Let's have a big Charla cow, you know?
D: You’ve always got something fun to say, Jacob; it’s been great talking to ya! I’ll be by for more laughs when I’m in the area again.
Jacob: Looking forward to it, Derek…and I’ll get you up on my mean horse for a ride <laughs>
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5-Apr Four Hills Farms Barnesville, MN
5-Apr Four States Angus Assoc. Springfield, MO
5-Apr Gardiner Angus Ranch Ashland, KS
5-Apr Gilbert Cattle Co. Oldfield, MO
5-Apr Grassy Valley Farm Greeneville, TN
5-Apr Haugestuen Ranches Build Your Herd Barron, WI
5-Apr Heart of the Prairie Duncan, OK
5-Apr Kraye Angus Mullen, NE
5-Apr M6 Ranch Wagyu Alvarado, TX
5-Apr MC Livestock Greenville, VA
5-Apr McDonald Farms Blacksburg, VA
5-Apr Paint Valley Farms Millersburg, OH
5-Apr Panther Creek Ranch Bowen, IL
5-Apr Peterson Farms Charolais Mtn. Grove, MO
5-Apr Red Doc Farm Bosque, NM
5-Apr Shoal Creek Land & Cattle Excelsior Springs, MO
5-Apr Southern Indiana Angus Assoc. Little York, IN
5-Apr Wagner Charolais Nunn, CO
5-Apr West Tennessee Angus Assoc. Bradford, TN
5-Apr Wisconsin Beef Improvement Assoc. Platteville, WI
5-Apr Wye Angus Queenstown, MD
6-Apr Carter Angus Vermillion, SD
6-Apr Hassebrook Charolais Albion, NE
6-Apr Hybrids for Profit Aberdeen, SD
6-Apr Northern Indiana Angus Assoc. Logansport, IN
6-Apr OSU Cowboy Classic Stillwater, OK
7-Apr Bollum Family Shorthorns Goodhue, MN
7-Apr Brent Cattle Co. Maywood, NE
7-Apr Brockmere Farms New Cambria, MO
7-Apr FBA Ranch Havre, MT
7-Apr Feiring Cattle Co. online
7-Apr Green Garden Angus Lorraine, KS
7-Apr Kugler Angus Ranch New Raymer, CO
7-Apr Miller Angus Presho, SD
7-Apr Presser Red Angus Turtle Lake, ND
7-Apr Swanson Angus Ivanhoe, MN
8-Apr Beckton Red Angus Sheridan, WY
8-Apr Gerber Land & Cattle Richmond, IN
8-Apr Hager Cattle Co. Karlsruhe, ND
60 Commercial Lim-Flex Replacement Heifers 2:00 PM CST - At the Ranch in Karlsruhe, ND
8-Apr Hilltop Angus Denton, MT
8-Apr Ohio Simmental Assoc. online
8-Apr Peak View Ranch Fowler, CO
8-Apr Sydenstricker Angus Gen. Influence New Cambria, MO
8-Apr Thomas Ranch Harrold, SD
9-Apr Jocko Valley Cattle Co. Columbus, MT
9-Apr Montana Ranch embryo online
9-Apr Mustang Ranch Angus Pritchett, CO
9-Apr Pass Creek Angus Wyola, MT
9-Apr Peterson’sL7 Bar Limousin Pukwana, SD
9-Apr Roller Ranch Hewitt, MN
9-Apr Turtle Creek Angus Ranch Faith, SD
10-Apr Bowling Ranch Newkirk, OK
10-Apr Carr Angus Hobson, MT
10-Apr Jocko Valley Cattle Co. Arlee, MT
10-Apr M&E Angus Kimball, SD
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10-Apr McBride Angus Farms Manchester, TN
10-Apr McClun’s Lazy JM Ranch Torrington, WY
10-Apr Oakdale Farms Rome, GA
10-Apr Reich Charolais Ranch Belle Fourche, SD
11-Apr Cactus Cattle Co. Saint Onge, SD
11-Apr Country Roads Angus Carthage, IL
11-Apr Ingram Angus Pulaski, TN
11-Apr Old Three Wagyu Alvardo, TX
11-Apr Open 8 Genetics Baker, MT
11-Apr Sellman Ranch Crawford, NE
11-Apr Southern Select Shelbyville, TN
11-Apr Thiessen’s Regency Acres Sidney, MT
11-Apr Thorstenson Hereford Ranch Selby, SD
11-Apr Topp Angus Mandan, ND
11-Apr W4 Ranch Morgan, TX
12-Apr AAA Farms Milan, TN
12-Apr Branch View Angus Hustonville, KY
12-Apr Brand Angus Retirement Lake City, MN
12-Apr CAM Ranches/ Ogeechee Farms Wadley, GA
12-Apr Central MO Polled Hereford Breeders Cuba, MO
12-Apr Dybdal Charolais Laurel, NE
12-Apr Ellis Farms Chrisman, IL
12-Apr Fink Beef Genetics Randolph, KS
12-Apr Gleonda Angus Farm
12-Apr Hebbert Charolais
12-Apr Knoll Crest Farm
Miller, MO
Hyannis, NE
Red House, VA
12-Apr Koch Angus Dispersion Letts, IA
12-Apr Lazy Bar F/Double G Shorthorns Seminole, OK
12-Apr Lucas Cattle Co. Cross Timbers, MO
12-Apr Maples Stock Farm/ Wisener Farms
12-Apr Math Farms
12-Apr
12-Apr Meitler Cattle Co.
12-Apr Mountaineer Red Angus Classic
12-Apr Northeast Texas Hereford Assoc.
12-Apr Prairie Valley Farm
12-Apr Rambur Charolais
12-Apr Power Performance & Pedigree Angus Mountain Grove, MO
12-Apr Shady Brook Angus
12-Apr Southwest Rancher’s Bull & Female
12-Apr Staircase Charolais & Red Angus
12-Apr The Renaissance Strafford, MO
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12-Apr TWG Ranch
Mount Carroll, IL
12-Apr West Virginia Beef Expo Weston, WV
13-Apr Iowa Beef Connection Anita, IA
13-Apr Leary Angus Farm Caledonia, MN
13-Apr Oklahoma Spring Selections Fairview, OK
13-Apr Sandrock Ranch Benton, WI
14-Apr C Spear Angus Billings, MT
14-Apr Diamond J Angus Mandan, ND
14-Apr Grass Time Partners Paris, KY
14-Apr Iowa Cattlemen’s Assoc. Tested Bull Creston, IA
14-Apr Kohlstaedt Farms/ Spartan Valley Wellington, MO
14-Apr Rossow Angus Ranch Herreid, SD
15-Apr G Bar C Cattle Co. online
15-Apr S Co Farm Minnesota Made online
15-Apr Sydenstricker Angus influence New Cambria, MO
15-Apr Trask Angus Philip, SD
15-Apr Treasure Bull Test Great Falls, MT
16-Apr Dancing Pedlar Farm online
16-Apr Kammerer Livestock Rapid City, SD
16-Apr Keller Windchime Angus Dunlap, IA
16-Apr Milk River Angus Assoc. Chinook, MT
16-Apr Open A Angus Belfield, ND
16-Apr Shaack Ranch Angus Wall, SD
16-Apr Tielkes S5 Ranch Bassett, NE
17-Apr Big Dry Angus Glasgow, MT
17-Apr Gosse Angus Farm Pierz, MN
17-Apr Hillhouse Angus online
17-Apr Lawrence Family Limousin online
17-Apr Limestone Genetics/ Legacy Farms f Cub Run, KY
17-Apr NextGen Cattle Co. Paxico, KS
17-Apr Virginia Angus Assoc. Harrisonburg, VA
18-Apr Baker’s LeMar Angus Ranch St. Onge, SD
18-Apr DeGrand Angus Baker, MT
18-Apr Grill’s Red Angus Crawford, NE
18-Apr Long’s L-R Ranch Vinita, OK
18-Apr Mid Atlantic Spring Bonanza Harrisonburg, VA
18-Apr NextGen Cattle Co. Paxico, KS
18-Apr Pine Creek Angus Ranch Faith, SD
18-Apr Tennessee Traditions f Livingston, TN
18-Apr Timber Line Angus Manhattan, MT
19-Apr Alabama Angus Assoc. Cullman, AL
19-Apr Bulls of The Big Horns Buffalo, WY
19-Apr Central Kentucky Angus Assoc. Shelbyville, KY
19-Apr Clifford Farms & Guests Lexington, KY
19-Apr Cobb Charolais Ranch Great Falls, MT
19-Apr DLCC Ramch Pierz, MN
19-Apr East Central Angus Assoc. Cuba, MO
19-Apr Friends of the Valley Harrisville, WV
19-Apr G13 Angus Ranch Clovis, NM
19-Apr Kern Cattle Visalia, CA
19-Apr Lindskov’s LT Ranch Isabel, SD
19-Apr Loyning Angus Warren, MT
19-Apr Meinders Stock Farm Buffalo Center, IA
19-Apr Murray State College Tishomingo, OK
f = female sale
19-Apr New Day Genetics Salem, MO
19-Apr New York Angus Breeders/ New England TBA
19-Apr Newsam Angus Murdo, SD
19-Apr Oklahoma Spring Selection Fairview, OK
19-Apr Precise Cattle Watkinsville, GA
19-Apr Southeast Classic Greenwood, FL
19-Apr Southwest Ranchers Chickasha, OK
19-Apr Stuber Ranch Bowman, ND
21-Apr Double G Angus Johnstown, NE
21-Apr Jorgensen Land & Cattle Ideal, SD
21-Apr Ohlde Cattle Co. Palmer, KS
22-Apr Baxter Angus/ Jandel Angus Rockham, SD
22-Apr Dunn Ranches Eaton, CO
22-Apr Linhart Limousin online
22-Apr Tifton HERD Irwinville, GA
23-Apr Gill Red Angus Timber Lake, SD
23-Apr Wedge Tent Ranch Faith, SD
24-Apr Cox & Collier online
24-Apr Iron Mountain Angus Belle Fourche, SD
24-Apr Jmar Genetics & Guests online
24-Apr North Country Glasgow, MT
24-Apr Prairie Pride Angus Jamestown, ND
24-Apr Tuckwiller Coalition Lewisburg, WV
24-Apr XL Angus Ranch Casper, WY
25-Apr Crosshair Simmental Napoleon, ND
25-Apr Express Ranches Yukon, OK
25-Apr Kuhn’s Red Angus & Huber EY Napoleon, ND
25-Apr McKean Bros. PT Mercer, PA
25-Apr Medicine Rocks Angus Bowman, ND
25-Apr Middle Tennessee Hereford Assoc. Cross Plains, TN
25-Apr Ritchie County Polled Hereford Assoc. Harrisville, WV
25-Apr Stagemeyer Cattle Co. Crawford, NE
26-Apr Appalacian Classic Knoxville, TN
26-Apr Ascherman Akaushi Carthage, MO
26-Apr Collins Farms Cusseta, AL
26-Apr Cow Camp Ranch Lost Springs, KS
26-Apr G3 Gobbell Oxford, MS
26-Apr Great American Pie Lebanon, MO
26-Apr Great Meadows Angus Assoc. Campbellsburg, KY
26-Apr Hallstrand Angus Prentice, WI
26-Apr Heart of the Ozarks Angus Assoc. West Plains, MO
26-Apr Heartland Performance With Class Waverly, IA
26-Apr Holdenville Livestock comm. f Holdenville, OK
26-Apr IBEP PT Springville, IL
26-Apr Katie Colin Farm Cartersville, GA
26-Apr Lawson Family Farms Ewing, VA
26-Apr Lesikar Angus f Athens, TX
26-Apr Murray State College Tishomingo, OK
26-Apr NC Spring Fever Union Grove, NC
26-Apr NY Red Angus Assoc Waterloo, NY
26-Apr Shockley Ranch Poteau, OK
26-Apr The Sooner Classic Wagyu Norman, OK
26-Apr Upper Cumberland Angus Assoc. Cookeville, TN
26-Apr Wicks Angus Carpenter, SD
26-Apr Wienk Charolais Lake Preston, SD
27-Apr MO Red Angus Assoc. Springfield, MO
CRAN
A Winning Solution for External Parasite Control: How Lewis Cattle Oilers Transformed Groendyke Ranch
In the heart of North Central Oklahoma, Groendyke Ranch, a sprawling 2,000-head commercial cowcalf operation, has been setting the standard for innovation in cattle management. We spoke with Paul Koffskey, the manager at the ranch, to learn how Lewis Cattle Oilers became a game-changing solution for tackling their external parasite challenges.
The Challenge: External Parasites Threatening Productivity
Groendyke Ranch, situated along the Salt Fork River, faced relentless battles with external parasites like flies and mosquitoes. These pests posed significant risks to their cattle's health, leading to reduced productivity and performance. Over the years, the ranch tried various treatments, including minerals and larvicide. However, as Paul observed, "The cattle became immune, and we weren't seeing the results we needed." The economic toll was also clear. Paul recalls consulting with professionals to estimate the loss in body weight caused by cattle fighting pests. "They told me we lose about 2% on a 1,300-pound cow," he said. "At today's market prices, that kind of loss adds up fast."
The Solution: Discovering Lewis Cattle Oilers
While searching for alternatives, Paul came across an ad for Lewis Cattle Oilers in a magazine. What caught his attention was the innovative design of the oiler:
•Diagonal Wick: Ensures continuous effective application of treatments.
•Face Flap: Provides an added layer of protection especially when fighting the spread of Pink Eye.
•Sturdy Construction: Built to withstand the demands of a large-scale operation.
“The construction was far sturdier than other oilers I’d seen,” Paul noted. “It was an easy decision to try it out.”
The Results: Proven Performance and Efficiency
The decision paid off. Groendyke Ranch implemented the Lewis Cattle Oilers at a ratio of 25-50 head per oiler, ensuring free and consistent use by the cattle. The results have been remarkable:
•Weight Gain and Productivity: By eliminating the stress caused by flies and mosquitoes, the ranch saw measurable increases in weight gain per cow. “With our advanced technology, we track performance data, and the results speak for themselves,” Paul explained.
•Disease Reduction: Pink eye and foot rot, previously significant concerns, have been nearly eradicated. “The combination of the face flap and medicated mineral treatments has been a huge win for us,” Paul shared.
•Cost-Effectiveness: The financial benefits were clear. “When I presented the data to the board of directors, showing how quickly the oilers could pay for themselves, it was an easy sell,” Paul said.
A High-Tech Approach to Ranching
Groendyke Ranch operates on a level of sophistication and modern technology that is not altogether standard in the cattle industry. Utilizing DNA technology, they select bulls from Angus, Hereford, and Red Angus breeds to optimize herd performance. This data-driven approach reinforces their confidence in solutions like the Lewis Cattle Oilers.
A Bright Future with Lewis Cattle Oilers
For Paul and the team at Groendyke Ranch, the investment in Lewis Cattle Oilers has proven to be a transformative decision. “The rest is history,” Paul said with confidence. “We’ve seen reductions in disease, increases in weight, and an overall improvement in herd health. We couldn’t be happier.”
If your ranch is battling external parasites and seeking a reliable, cost-effective solution, look no further than Lewis Cattle Oilers-a trusted partner for modern ranching success.
For more information, please contact Lewis Cattle Oilers at 888-256-5544 or 620-408-6387, visit us online at www.usalewiscattleoilers.com or like us on Facebook.
27-Apr Rocking W Angus Jefferson, GA
28-Apr Ma & Pa Angus Presho, SD
28-Apr R&R Land & Cattle f online
29-Apr Byrd Cattle Co. Embryo Red Bluff, CA
29-Apr Currant Creek Angus Miles City, MT
29-Apr Grasstime Billings, MT
29-Apr Texas Angus Assoc. feeder calf Amarillo, TX
29-Apr Van Beek Angus Mobridge, SD
1-May Kopriva Angus Raymond, SD
2-May Nold Cattle Aberdeen, SD
2-May Southeastern Angus Breeders Cullman, AL
3-May 44 Farms f online
3-May Azteca Ranch Zumbrota, MN
3-May Coyote Hills Ranch/ Lawrence Family Chattanooga, OK
3-May Flying W Ranch Pequot Lakes, MN
3-May Kern Cattle Visalia, CA
3-May Mississippi Angus Assoc. Raymond, MS
3-May Passion for Prime Carrollton, MO
3-May Soaring Eagle of the Ozarks f Springfield, MO
3-May South Carolina Hereford Assoc. Clemson, SC
10-May LA Angus Assoc. f TBD, LA
10-May Mead Farms Versailles, MO
10-May Panther Creek Farms Disp Pink Hill, NC
10-May Sharben Shorthorns Campbellsburg, KY
10-May Springfield Angus Louisburg, NY
10-May Texas Angus Assoc. f Salado, TX
12-May Wendel Livestock LaMoure, ND
16-May Texas Wagyu Assoc. Ft. Worth, TX
17-May Audley Farm Berryville, VA
17-May 4 Sons & Friends Cynthiana, KY
17-May Alabama & Mississippi State Assoc. Cullman, AL
17-May Alabama Elite Charolais Letohatchee, AL
17-May Audley Farm Berryville, VA
17-May Chapman Land & Cattle Nunnelly, TN
17-May Chessie Creek heifer Walterboro, SC
17-May J&H Livestock Big Piney, WY
17-May Lone Star Angus f Marietta, OK
17-May Maternal Gems f Union Springs, AL
17-May Texas Wagyu Assoc. Ft. Worth, TX
20-May C5 Angus online
21-May Texas Angus Assoc. feeder calf Wichita Falls, TX
22-May Big Timber online
22-May Dixie Valley Angus online
3-May Springfield Angus Comp. Disp. Louisburg, NY
3-May Stars and Stripes Hummelstown, PA
3-May Tennessee River Music Ft. Payne, AL
3-May The Sale of Excellence College Station, TX
3-May Totton Angus Chamberlain, SD
3-May Trowbridge Farm Canadaigua, NY
3-May Whitestone Farm Aldie, VA
4-May Bridge View Angus Stamping Ground, KY
4-May Butz-Hill Angus Ames, IA
4-May Innisfail Farm Madison, GA
5-May 808 Ranch f online
5-May GAR Meating Demand Ashland, KS
5-May Spickler Ranch South Glenfield, ND
6-May Butz-Hill Angus online
6-May Genomic Gems online
6-May Wendel Livestock LaMoure, ND
7-May Montana Ranch embryo online
8-May Koening Ranch Reds Glasgow, MT
9-May Duppong’s Willow Creek Angus Glen Ullin, ND
9-May Switzerland of Ohio Polled Hereford Old Washington, OH
10-May A Bar Ranch Claremore, OK
10-May Burns Farms f Pikeville, TN
10-May Collins Farms f Cusseta, AL
10-May Deer Valley Farm f Fayetteville, TN
10-May From The Ground Up Elberton, GA
10-May Front Pasture f Newark, OH
23-May California Beef Expo Red Bluff, CA
23-May Cigar City Cattle Co. Tampa, FL
24-May 4B Farm, LLC Shelby, NC
24-May East Tennessee Assoc. Knoxville, TN
24-May Two Rivers Cattle Co. f Gainesville, GA
26-May Mead Cattle Enterprises Midville, GA
26-May Red Rock Memorial online
30-May Red Dirt Rendezvous El Reno, OK
31-May Golden Era f Macon, MO
1-Jun Hawkeye Country Angus Bloomfield, IA
2-Jun Bruner Angus Rugby, ND
28-Jun Baldridge Angus f North Platte, NE
1-Jun Red Dirt Rendezvous El Reno, OK
2-Jun Bruner Angus Rugby, ND
7-Jun Eden Valley Wagyu Eden Valley, MN
2-Aug Edisto Pines Leesville, SC
17-Aug 7 Oaks & Friends Senoia, GA
27-Aug Mathias Ranch Gentry, AR
30-Aug Gulf Coast Cattle Florahome, FL
31-Aug Pérez Cattle Company Nara Visa, NM
6-Sep Dunipace Angus/ Parnell Family Farmington, CA
6-Sep KMO Group Wagyu Stubbville, KS
6-Sep Rhodes Ranch Cambria, KY
6-Sep Walker Herefords Morrison, TN
7-Sep Heritage Angus Sloughouse, CA
9-Sep O’Neal Ranch Madera, CA
11-Sep D&W Angus Hartwell, GA
13-Sep Arellano Bravo Walnut Grove, CA
13-Sep Pearcy Angus Ranch f Fairy, TX
14-Sep Montana Hereford Tour Montana
17-Sep Mittness Family Angus Benson, MN
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BRAND REGISTERED ANGUS “LARGE RETIREMENT”
Frank & Darleen Brand
33551 738th St
Lake City, MN 55041
651-764-1281 Frank’s cell
Jeff & Jana Brand 32199 Co Rd #33
Lake City, MN 55041
651-764-1065 Jeff’s cell jjbrand1700@gmail.com
Home of the 2nd Top Indexing Bull Out of 800 Head at a Past Midland Bull Test
Auctioneer: Al Conover 515-491-8078
REFERENCE SIRES
Connealy Craftsman
Woodhill Comstock
Crouch Congress
DB Iconic G95
LAR Man In Black GAR Home Town
Ellingson Prolific
SS Enforcer 1E6
SydGen Ozark 1124
HPCA Combustion J510
Brooks Payweight 7257
Bull & Female Sale
Which Includes The
DISPERSION
of Our 2024 Heifer Calves, 2-5 Year Old Cows & Our Commercial Angus
SELLING 250 HEAD
First Females Ever Released From Our Replacements
SATURDAY
APRIL 12, 2025 1:00 PM
Lanesboro Sales Commission, Lanesboro, MN
Owner: Joe Nelson, 507-450-6763
AAA RM: Andrew Swanson 507-829-4133
~SELLING~
• 25 Registered Yearling Bulls
• 60 Registered Spring Pairs
70% With A.I. Calves At Side
• 10 Registered Spring-Bred Cows (heavy in calf)
• 30 Registered Open Heifers
• 10 Commercial Spring Pairs
Marketed Fat Cattle: 100% CAB/60-70% Primes
• 5 Commercial Bred Cows (heavy in calf)
• Several Hundred Units of Valuable Semen
Woodhill Comstock
LAR Man In Black
Connealy Craftsman
Crouch Congress
DB Iconic G95
ANNUAL PRODUCTION SALE / FRIDAY, MARCH 28, 2025
ANNUAL PRODUCTION SALE / FRIDAY, MARCH 28, 2025
1:00 PM / AT THE RANCH NEAR BANCROFT, IDAHO
1:00 PM / AT THE RANCH NEAR BANCROFT, IDAHO
OFFERING 70 REGISTERED YEARLING BULLS
OFFERING 70 REGISTERED YEARLING BULLS
[Negative BVD-PI Tested, Performance Tested, Fertility Tested and PAP Tested]
[Negative BVD-PI Tested, Performance Tested, Fertility Tested and PAP Tested]
25 HOME RAISED AND SIRE IDENTIFIED COMMERCIAL YEARLING HEIFERS
1 DRAFT HORSE TEAM
S/M HALFBACK H081 / ASA# 3731433
Homozygous Polled /Fullblood Fleckvieh Fleckvieh and FleckAngus sons on offer SPRINGCREEK ADVANCE 118H / ASA# 3939153
Homozygous Polled / Homozygous Black Powerhouse purebred Simmental herd sire Sons on offer 1/2 to 3/4 SimAngus
Dirk & Marnie Johnson / Cell: 208-390-6619 / Cell: 208-540-2697 2055 Ivins Road • Bancroft, ID 83217 / simroot57@yahoo.com Other sires represented – VE Meyer Forte, VE Cut R Eclipse, OCC Perflection 270J, OCC Best Yet, OCC Gulf Stream, IPU Romano 90X
JUNEAU ROSTER 1J / AAA #20264938
HOLT FF 306H / ASA# 4127755
Gold Elevation x Cherry Creek Carlsberg
WOLFE
Progeny From These Breed Leaders
LEARY ANGUS Years in theBusiness!
Sire: Mogck The Rock 76 ● MGS: Sydgen Missouri 6011
Sire: Leary Insight 7035 ● MGS: Connealy Guiness
Highlights Sell on April 5th!
Sire:
RIVERBEND
RITA H132 +*19723192
Sire: EWA Peyton 642 • Dam: Gabriel 8T05 Discovery 6050
CED +7, BW +2.5 , WW +79, YW +150, Milk +24, CW +63, MARB +1.26, RE +1.02, FAT -.019, $M +31, $W +60, $F +115, $G +89, $B +203, $C +294 Due February 2025 to GAR Fireproof. Flushed conventionally one time for 14 embryos.
Sire:
Due April 2025 to EWA Captain.
CIGAR ERICA OF 6621 4051 +*20754275
Sire: GAR Grid Maker L1071 • Dam: FB 255 Paragon 6621
CED +9, BW +.6 , WW +92, YW +163, Milk +38, CW +87, MARB +2.15, RE +1.03, FAT +.003, $M +74, $W +95, $F +133, $G +130, $B +263, $C +415 Selling a heifer pregnancy sired by Byrd Bullseye 1186-A100!!
