2025 Spring Magazine by ohiocattle

genderSELECTED™ FEMALE SEMEN it’s your choice

507AN769 EASY

DECISION

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A Calving Ease, high phenotype sire that is anchored by the highly proven cow, Coleman Donna 714. Few sires offer such a balanced ranking for management traits.

Southern Cattle Company, FL; and Coleman Angus, MT

509AN743 CRAFTSMAN // 20132505

CRAFTSMAN is the #1 Angus sire for 2024 progeny registrations. His progeny are expressively muscled, long-bodied with explosive growth and balance.

STgenetics, TX and Connealy Angus, NE

509SM151 MANTACHIE // 4288876

He offers the extra look and eye appeal needed to collect banners. MANTACHIE is very elegant and tidy fronted, yet stout at the ground with extra hip and power throughout.

Trennepohl Farms, IN; Sleepy Hollow Farm, OH; and Jesse Hoblyn Livestock, NE

507AN618 MARVEL // 19566408

He consistently sires extra eye appeal. MARVEL’s offspring are sound structured and free moving with a powerful hip, deep body and overall stoutness.

Prairie View Farms and Ashton Dillow, IL; Boyd Beef Cattle and Hammerhead Cattle Co., KY and Brandon and Kathy Jones, IL

509AR112 CADILLAC // 4865308

He is massive bodied with lots of muscle and ranks near the top of the breed for REA. CADILLAC is a big spread bull with added performance exceling for WW, YW and ADG.

Pieper Red Angus, NE; Feddes Red Angus, MT; Twedt Red Angus, ND

Photo taken by Hannah Weymouth at Bromley Farms in Blue Rock, Ohio.

Ohio Cattleman

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Editor Elizabeth Harsh

Managing Editor Hannah Weymouth

Ohio Cattleman magazine (USPA: 020-968, ISSN: 1543-0588) is published six times per year: Winter issue, mailed in January; Expo preview issue, mailed in February; Spring issue, mailed in April; Summer issue, mailed in July; Early Fall issue, mailed in September; and Late Fall issue, mailed in October; for $15 a year to OCA members only. It is dedicated to reporting facts about Ohio’s cattle including marketing, production and legislative news. All editorial and advertising material is screened to meet rigid standards, but publisher assumes no responsibility for accuracy or validity of claims. All rights reserved. Circulation for the issue is 3,166.

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OCA Staff

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Ohio Cattleman

OCA NEWS & VIEWS

Letters and Words

By Mark Goecke, OCA President

Our vocabulary and use of words always seems to be ever changing. Lately during conversations it seems we are using more acronyms, which according to google is defined as an abbreviation formed from the initial letters of other words and can be pronounced as a word. The month of March Madness began with OHSAA basketball tournament, followed by the NCAA on CBS, TNT, and TRU tv. You could also switch over to ESPN and watch the WBB tournament. If that’s not enough turn to NBC and watch the NBA. The use of acronyms in text messages is at a whole different level. To begin to explain that would be like trying to tag a crazy newborn calf in front of a crazy postpartum momma cow. Just better left alone. Our cattle industry is no exception.

A carcass grade sheet can contain a vast array of these seemingly jumbled up letters, that to a non cattle related person means absolutely nothing. It contains EID, QG, YG1-5, MS1-5 and so on. A bull’s EPDS can be even more intricate. Yes we all use acronyms, but the biggest user has to be our government agencies on the state and federal levels. There’s ODA, NRCS, USDA, FSA, etc… and every division has a whole language of acronyms to be understood only by its participants.

Currently the most popular, and controversial is DOGE, Department of Government Efficiency, which in my opinion, is an oxymoron in itself. Whether you support it or oppose it, I believe DOGE has prompted all of us to look into the efficiencies of our operations. Can we save on inputs, do I really need a new trailer, etc. are examples of how we are perhaps reviewing our decisions. One acronym that I feel that we should not overlook is LRP or Livestock Risk Protection. These record high prices for feeder cattle and fed cattle should be taken advantage of. Whether you use past marketing tools, new insurance programs, or commodity brokers through the CME, it should be reviewed for overall business efficiencies.

OCA has just finished hosting another successful Ohio Beef EXPO. Mother nature gave us long awaited for beautiful weather. It was a joy to see an event that is recognized as one of the best in the nation held in our home state. OCA, with the partnership of ODA Director Brian Baldridge, was able to host many of our elected officials at the EXPO. It is always a win when we can share first hand the impact Ohio’s cattle industry has on our state’s economy. It was also a great time to express to our lawmakers the needs of the future to keep our industry as vibrant as today.

Over the past few years, OCA has had a hand in helping to secure $43 million to help maintain and grow Ohio’s beef industry. A big thanks goes out to OCA staff, directors, and the many, many volunteers that make EXPO a huge success. But also a big thanks to you, our members. All that we hope to accomplish would not be possible without your support as members. I ask for your continued support of OCA, as I can assure you, OCA will continue to support you and the Ohio cattle industry. Have a safe and happy Spring.

OCA Officers

President • Mark Goecke

419-233-3101, goeckefarms@gmail.com

Vice President • Lindsey Hall 937-763-8115, lindseycgrimes@gmail.com

Treasurer • Linde Sutherly 937-875-0670, linde@lindeslivestockphotos.com

Past President • Tom Karr

740-591-9900, tom@karrcontracting.com

OCA Directors

Shane Riley Director At-Large

Washington C.H. • Term expires 2026 740-572-2044, shane.rileywch@gmail.com

Joe Foster Director At-Large Gallipolis • Term expires 2027 740-379-2580, hjfoster25@yahoo.com

Frank Phelps Director At-Large Belle Center • Term expires 2025 937-539-1442, frankph@watchtv.net

Jaymes Maciejewski District 1 New Bavaria • Term expires 2026 309-222-0850, jaymes.maciejewski@gmail.com

Andy Lohr District 2

Bucyrus • Term expires 2027 419-569-3613, andylohr61@gmail.com

John Ferguson District 3

Chardon • Term expires 2025 440-478-0782, john@fergusonshowcattle.com

Tyler Humphrey District 4

Harrod • Term expires 2026 419-230-3450, humphreyag@gmail.com

Jared Thomas District 5 Plain City• Term expires 2027 614-989-1397, jtfarms95@gmail.com

Kirsten Nickles District 6 Wooster • Term expires 2025 330-345-0477, KNickles@certifiedangusbeef.com

Joe Grubbs District 7

Kensington • Term expires 2026 330-771-0767, jgrubbs0608@gmail.com

Linde Sutherly District 8 New Carlisle • Term expires 2027 937-875-0670, linde@lindeslivestockphotos.com

Jim Jepsen District 9

Amanda • Term expires 2025 614-560-5919, jepsen.drfarms@gmail.com

Austin Cole District 10 West Alexandria • Term expires 2026 937-620-6584, austin.cole31@yahoo.com

Ryan Bapst District 11

Waverly • Term expires 2027 740-835-9789, ryanbapst@gmail.com

Dale Taylor • District 12

Bidwell • Term expires 2025 740-709-6461,daletaylorfarming@gmail.com

HARSH REALITIES

Friends

By Elizabeth Harsh, Ohio Cattleman Editor

The years roll by, and life is constantly changing. I was particularly reminded of this at the recent Ohio State Saddle & Sirloin Club’s Gala where former collegiate livestock judging teams were recognized for their 10, 25 and 50 anniversaries. OCA was honored to help sponsor the Saddle and Sirloin Club event. And as further testament to the benefit of judging programs, the Cattlemen’s Foundation is proud to provide two annual livestock judging team scholarships made possible through the Cattlemen’s Gala fundraiser.

We laughed at the members’ stories from the 1974 team and decided that in the simplest terms, the invaluable experiences of a judging team and funny stories are all the same no matter what the decade. They just come with different music and clothes but are always treasured.

These opportunities create lifelong friendships, forged from days spent traveling in a judging van and evaluating livestock in all kinds of weather. Proof of this was watching 50-year team members, most of whom had not seen each other in years, pick right back up like it was yesterday. For some of us lucky ones we get to spend our lives around those friends sharing in each other’s successes and setbacks and being as close as their real family.

For me, one of those special friends and teammates was John Grimes of Hillsboro who recently passed away following a valiant fight, the result of a farm accident two years earlier. John spent his career with Ohio State University Extension where he served as a respected teacher for other beef cattle producers. He was an accomplished seedstock breeder, livestock judge and beef industry leader who held many significant state and national leadership roles. Together, with his wife, Joanie, the Grimes family built Maplecrest Farms into a nationally recognized seedstock operation and created their newest beef marketing venture Maplecrest Meats & More.

It’s bittersweet, but so deserving, that we will get to celebrate John and his many accomplishments this spring when the Ohio State University Animal Sciences Department inducts him into the prestigious Hall of Fame. The Animal Science Hall of Fame was established in 1943. Professor Donald Kays, chairman of the department of animal husbandry at that time, described the award as to “give recognition to an Ohio State alumnus who has devoted the best years of their life to an effective service to the needs of the livestock men (and women) of this nation.” John certainly fits that description.

I have lots of memories from judging team days, and then many more from cattle shows when our families traveled together across the country raising our kids. More memories exist from past beef industry events and the leadership John provided for OCA and the Ohio Beef Council. There are funny stories to share and some more private stories that only our families will hold onto. Maybe in eight years when our judging team’s 50-year anniversary rolls around, we’ll have to tell one or two of them. On behalf of Ohio’s beef industry and myself, thank you John for your leadership and your friendship.

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Data Driven Decision Making

By Garth Ruff, Beef Cattle Field Specialist, OSU Extension

I’ve always said that the best part of working in Extension is that every day is different. I’ve spent most of the last three months traveling the state teaching beef programs, attending meetings, and talking to cattle producers. This winter one of the topics that was often discussed with cow-calf clientele was how to interpret genetic data when making a bull selection decision. A couple of the common themes were:

1) There is so much genetic information on cattle today, how do we decide what’s important? Without context and an ever-increasing number of EPDs in the different breeds, it appears there is potential for data overload.

2) How do genomics impact EPDs and selection decisions?

At a basic level, we can’t discount traditional ways of evaluating bulls where:

Good EPDs + good visual appraisal = Useful animal.

Poor EPDs + good visual appraisal = Unusable animal. Good EPDs + poor visual appraisal = Unusable animal.

We often follow that line of thinking with giving the benefit to visual appraisal, due to the fact that a herd bull has to be structurally functional to go out and breed cows.

In short, feet and set to the legs still matter, as do scrotal size and muscle shape. I often hear that buyers do not like fat, over conditioned bulls. Visual appraisal is still the best way to evaluate bull condition.

So visual appraisal aside, where do we go from there? When evaluating genetic data, each individual production system will determine what genetic traits that should be emphasized. For example, a producer selling feeder cattle may choose to weigh growth EPDs higher than a seedstock producer who may give preference to

maternal EPDs. However, balanced trait selection is often the goal.

What about genomic enhanced GE-EPDs?

A group of researchers, led by Dr. Charles Martinez at the University of Tennessee, have done some research in the area of evaluating what data potential bull buyers use. They did so by interviewing prospective bull buyers and having them predict the price of a bull given a production scenario. Dr. Martinez’s lab has also used eye tracking software to track what those buyers actually looked at in terms of data and information in the sale catalog.

In summary, what they found is that bull buyers often experience information overload when looking through a catalog and that the order that information is presented in the catalog matters. Providing index data can be helpful to producers, if the application of the data is understood.

In the price prediction project, farmers used EPDs, GE-EPDs, percentile rankings, and visual appraisal to make decisions. GE-EPDs were used less than traditional EPDs and visual appraisal was used the most. This suggests there is still a need for education on how to utilize genomic data and understand the accuracy of EPDs.

Performing a genomic panel on animals will increase the accuracy of an EPD. Understanding the impact of increased accuracy and heritability can improve the rate of genetic progress in our herds. Remember that a bull represents 50% of the genetics in a calf crop. In today’s cattle market a good bull buying decision can be a significant difference of several dollars come time to market a calf crop.

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BEEF BULLETIN

Springtime Decisions

Jordan Penrose, Ohio State University Extension Agriculture and Natural Resources Educator, Morgan County

Spring is finally here in Ohio! With it being spring, that means it is time for grazing, but also the time for decisions to be made. We are at the point now where we are going to find out how pastures are going to come back after last year. I know some people are tired of hearing about the drought from last year. A question that may start to focus around pastures is whether we do something with them or not. April is one of the months that we can plant a wide range of different forages. Then after April, you have to wait till August to plant, unless you plant summer annuals. Some things you may want to look at this spring are pasture conditions, soil fertility, grazing management strategy, and your infrastructure.

is slower than other fields around it? By going through and looking at your pastures, it will help you decide what needs to be done. You may not have the time to replant this spring, and you may have to do it in August. If you end up needing to reseed some pastures in August, just watch the weather so you can get a timely rain on your new seeding to help it start to grow. Two options that could be used to reseed your fields are interseeding or complete renovation.

A lot of these points are very intertwined with one another. Pasture condition and soil fertility can go hand and hand. When you look at your pasture’s condition, the first thing I would recommend is to soil test your pastures, especially if you have been having some issues and want to learn what your field’s fertility levels are. It is recommended that you test your soil every three years. Some fields that are having issues could be fixed by simply getting your soil fertility levels to where they should be. Also, keep in mind that if your levels are bad and you reseed that new seeding may not do well. After you have considered the soil fertility in your pastures, the next thing you want to do is go through and evaluate what they look like. The drought and winter could have been hard on your pastures. You want to look for things like bare spots, do you have excessive weed growth, or does one field just look like it is slower to respond than it has in the past and

Interseeding is an option that can work with what you already have growing in your pasture and can help improve pastures without completely starting over. This method involves planting new forages directly into an existing pasture to boost the stand’s quality, increase its diversity, help fill in gaps in the existing stand, and add some species that might be more drought tolerant. Complete renovation is for cases where the forage stand has been severely impacted, but this option may yield the highest quality forage in the long term. If doing a complete renovation, reseed the field with a mix suited to the soil type and intended use. Allow the new forage to establish fully before grazing, as it needs time to build strong root systems. Complete renovation may seem intensive, but in severely depleted fields, it often provides the best chance for a productive and resilient forage stand in future seasons.

A lot can be solved with good grazing management practices. If you have been using good grazing management practices for years, you may not even have many problems this spring. Last fall I saw farms that have been using grazing management practices have pastures come out of

dormancy when we got rain from Hurricane Helene. And so far, this spring I have seen those same farms and others come out of dormancy and start to green up and grow without many issues. Controlling problem weeds, nutrient movement through your pastures, and knowing when to move cattle, can improve stand life in your pastures. It can also allow you to have a longer grazing season, stockpile fields to get you through the summer slump, make less hay, or sell hay because your need for hay is reduced. Remember the animal’s goal is to eat the best tasting, most desirable plant available, and if that plant re-grows, eat it again. The plant’s goal is to reproduce itself and produce a seed head.

The last thing I want to mention is about your infrastructure. If you have had your cattle in one place since last fall, what shape are your fences in? Are you wanting to make a change to the way your paddocks are set up? What shape are your waterers in? If you want to renovate some of your infrastructure, and more specifically your paddocks, try to have water in one area, shade in another, and minerals in another so your cattle will move around that paddock and utilize the pasture efficiently. If you are wanting to make a change, remember that change is never easy, change is always criticized, and there is no growth without change. What is your motivation to change? Is it to reduce stress, new challenges, make or save money, or expand/ downsize? Are you committed to trying something different? There will be criticism. Are you prepared for it? You will probably fail at something. Can you rebound?

Ohio Beef Youth Days

In partnership with Ohio State University Extension , 4-H Youth Development and the Ohio State College of Veterinarian Medicine, the Ohio Beef Youth Council is offering two informational clinics. Open to youth 8-21 years of age and parents.

DATES

Saturday, May 17, 2025

The Ohio State University 2029 Fyffe Ct, Columbus, OH 43210

Saturday, May 31, 2025

Ohio State ATI 1325 Dover Rd., Wooster, OH 44691

DETAILS

Cost: $25 per person attending Includes lunch

8:30 am Check-in

9:10 am Introduction and Overview 9:15 am Morning Sessions 11:30 am Lunch

12:15 pm Afternoon Sessions 2:30 pm Closing Remarks

TOPICS

• Biosecurity

• Nutrition

• Genetics

• Carcass Evaluation & Cut ID

• • Biosecurity

• Nutrition

• Genetics

• Reproduction & Calving Simulator

REGISTER

Fake Meat and Free Market

Gene Copenhaver, NCBA President-Elect

NCBA’s membership is made up of tens of thousands of cattle producers from every corner of the country. No two families raise cattle exactly the same way, and our association runs on the wide range of different ideas, backgrounds, and perspectives that our producers bring the table. But there are two things that unite each and every NCBA member and set our course in Washington, D.C. — our grassroots policy process and our conservative values.

One of the building blocks of conservatism is belief in the free market. Our members believe in strong private property rights, individual freedom, and fair market competition on a level playing field. We don’t want the federal government to tell us what we can buy, eat, or do with our business, and we don’t want those burdensome, bureaucratic restrictions put on our neighbors either. This is reflected all over the policy book that directs NCBA’s work in Washington — everywhere from our policies on trade, to environmental management, to how we handle competitors in the fake meat business.

Plant-based and lab-grown protein products enjoyed a moment in the sun several years ago, but it didn’t take long for the free market to kick in and push these companies down a very steep decline. From Beyond Meat to SCiFi Foods, we have seen stock prices fall, employees laid off, plans for new facilities cancelled, and in some cases companies have gone out of business altogether. We know — and recent history has proven — that when

given a choice, American families will choose real, wholesome beef. Our customers trust farmers and ranchers. They trust the nutrition, taste, and quality of the beef we produce. They trust the safe and responsible way you raise cattle and care for the land. And they don’t want to turn their back on a delicious, proven winner in favor of untried, untested, ultra-processed goop that a Silicon Valley company cooked up in the vat of a bioreactor.

We are not afraid of competing with these plant-based and labgrown imitators, because we are 100% confident in our product. But that competition has to be fair, and the federal government can’t go putting their finger on the scale to tilt the free market in favor of dying fake meat companies. That’s why NCBA has been working on regulations and legislation that require very clear labeling on these products. In one quick look, every American at the grocery store should be able to tell exactly which products come from a real cattle producer, and which products are manufactured in a lab. No consumer should ever be tricked into eating something they don’t want to eat, and that’s why labeling requirements are so important.

With all the attention on this issue in statehouses across the country this year, I get a lot of questions about whether NCBA supports a ban on imitation products. Telling Americans what they can and cannot buy at the grocery store does not align with NCBA’s policy book, or our conservative values. And setting a

precedent that the federal government can remove a product from the shelves completely is not wise for the cattle industry, when we have no idea who might be sitting in the White House or in Congress ten years from now.

We’re ready to compete with these products. We are definitely encouraged by the dried-up investments and other market signals that Americans are giving, saying “we don’t have any interest in these fake products.” Just as we have on other industry issues, we respect that our state affiliates may take different positions, and we support the idea that local leaders know what’s best for their state. But above all, we’re going to stay the course, keep following our grassroots policy, keep working to close loopholes, and work with the Trump Administration to make sure that no fake products get to trade on beef’s good name in the marketplace.

Gene Copenhaver is a cattle producer from Virginia and the President-Elect of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association. Support our efforts to protect the cattle industry by becoming a member of NCBA. Join today at www.ncba.org or by calling 1-866-BEEF-USA (1-866233-3872).

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STANFIELD YOUNG CATTLEMAN OF THE YEAR

Amy Beth Graves

Passion runs deep for Simmentals in Southern Ohio Stanfield raising

At first the question stumped Garrett Stanfield. “What is one thing not on your resume that describes who you are.”

At the time, Garrett was a recent college graduate interviewing for a job. He thought hard on it before answering. “You can’t put passion on a resume,” he said before delving deeper into his response. That response five years ago is one that Garrett feels captures who he -- and so many others -- are in the agricultural industry.

“As a producer, I think that you have to be passionate about what you’re doing to be in this industry because it’s not easy. I grew up in a family that’s raised Simmentals for years and have been fortunate to be shown what’s possible or to just go chase after those goals and dreams that I have,” he said. “I think the dedication and passion to better myself and the cow herd that we’ve assembled really is kind of what drives me day-to-day.”

Stanfield is part of a third-generation Simmental seedstock operation in Adams County. His family has been raising Simmental since 1974, and he’s seen how the breed has evolved over the years.

“The average size of the cow has decreased in terms of body weight, resulting in probably more rib shape and capacity in the cattle than we had 20 years ago. I think we have a more maternal, more useful animal than we did two decades ago,” he said. “We try to produce an animal that can compete in the showring and then make that functional breeding piece.”

Garrett, his parents and other family members run Stanfield Farms a couple of miles from the Ohio River in southern Ohio. The operation consists of 50-60 head of Simmental cattle with about half black and the rest red. “We have a really strong focus on those red genetics while most breeders throughout the state and country have really shifted their focus toward black hided animals,” he said.

Stanfield Farms has used artificial insemination for years and recently has been focusing more on embryo transfer and in vitro fertilization (IVF) on its herd.

“I want to get to the point where we’re really pushing towards 50-75% of our herd having an embryo put in them each year. By using IVF, I’m able to narrow down the genetics that I use within the herd. We’re really able to tune in to the genetics of two to three extremely valuable females in our herd and are using in vitro fertilization as a way to propagate,” he said. “I think (these types of advanced) technologies are going to continue to become more rapidly adopted with cow herds across the country whether it’s seedstock, purebred or commercial cow herds.”

Garrett, who graduated from Ohio State University with a major in animal science and minor in agribusiness, works at Trans Ova Genetics where he is a regional business manager. He works with both beef and dairy producers on finding innovative genetic and reproductive solutions for their operations.

“When I’m out working with those clients day-to-day, I’m able to relate my real world experiences to them. I think it just shows a lot of value to them that not only do I believe in the product and services that we’re providing but I’m using them myself. It gives me the opportunity to see things that are being done from both a management and industry perspective in different states across the country,” he said.

Between traveling for work and to cattle shows, Garrett is constantly on the move. Marketing the family’s cattle is a year-long process with most sales via private treaty as well as at the Beef Expos in Ohio, Kentucky and West Virginia and a consignment sale in Indiana. With so much traveling and aging parents, Garrett is looking to make some changes.

“I think that we have to get to the point where we can have more quality than quantity. In the short term, we’re probably going to need to narrow the herd while broadening the capabilities of the herd that we have,” he said. “I really want to expand what we’re doing in terms of selling cattle and marketing our program. We’ve been fortunate to sell our cattle from the East Coast all the way to Arizona but it’s not often that we’re able to get that kind of reach and that’s something I’d really like to focus on.”

For Garrett, sustainability is being more thoughtful in the use of resources that the farm has and improving the herd’s genetics.

“A lot of sustainability comes down to true selection of the livestock in your operation. The truth is that we continue to lose more farms each year to development and we’re going to have to do more with less. A way to address this is to increase the genetic value of our herds,” he said.

Over the years, Garrett has had a wide variety of mentors who have helped shape who he is today and the decisions he makes with the family’s cattle. He’s grateful for that advice and hopes to inspire or help others. One way is in his role as an advisor for the Ohio Junior Simmental Association, which he credits for helping develop and improve his leadership skills when he was a teen.

“I wanted to be able to go back into that organization now as an adult and share some of my experiences and maybe help those kids realize what values are there for them within agriculture or outside agriculture,” he said. “When raising cattle and early on in my career, I wanted to latch myself onto a few different people and gain what I could from them. That’s extremely valuable because while the agriculture industry as a whole is large, it truly is a small industry, and so many people know each other. Being able to tap into different networks and different facets of the industry can be instrumental for success.”

One recent success that Garrett is proud of is being named OCA’s Young Cattleman of the Year.

“This state is full of young cattlemen that have made such strides in this industry so I’m extremely humbled and honored to be considered among that group,” he said. “I’ve been fortunate to be around so many people, whether it’s family, friends or other industry professionals, who have helped me succeed.”

BEST SEASON WILL WRAP-UP AT ANNUAL AWARDS BANQUET ON MAY 3

The 2024-25 BEST season will come to a close on May 3 at the Ohio Expo Center in Columbus and all BEST participants and their families are encouraged to attend and join in the celebration.

Awards will be presented for Breed Divisions, Buckeye Breeders Series Divisions, Bred and Owned, Novice Heifers, Novice Market Animals, Showmanship and more. Other opportunities of recognition include Stockmanship, photography contests, scholarships, etc.

New Jr. BEST representatives will be announced and retiring reps will be

recognized.

Those nominated for Character Trait awards will be announced and awarded thanks to OCA’s partnership with Weaver Livestock

Thanks to sponsors like M.H. EBY, Weaver Livestock and Ag-Pro, there will be many exciting drawings and giveaways for participants throughout the evening.

Just like last year, there will be two EBY trailer drawings.The winner of both drawings will take home a livestock trailer to use for the year. The first trailer drawing is for all BEST participants, and the second drawing

will be exclusively for Buckeye Breeder’s Series (BBS) participants.

In addition to the BBS trailer, there will be a drawing just for BBS breeders. The winner will take home a John Deere Gator from Ag-Pro for the year.

You must be present to win any of the drawings!

The awards banquet is free to attend for all BEST participants. Parents and other family members will pay a registration fee to attend. Registration is due by April 25.

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RESULTS & HIGHLIGHTS

2025 OHIO BEEF EXPO

The 2025 Ohio Beef Expo was held March 13-16 at the Ohio Expo Center in Columbus, Ohio. The Expo, hosted by the Ohio Cattlemen’s Association (OCA), is the premier event for Ohio’s cattle industry and includes seedstock shows and sales, a trade show, a competitive junior show and much more all in one place.

“This year’s Expo featured eight breed sales, a sold-out trade show with over 200 agricultural vendors, multiple youth education opportunities and a junior show with over 950 entries” said Shane Riley, Expo chairman. “The Expo provides the opportunity for more than 30,000 cattle enthusiasts to gather in one place all for the betterment of the beef industry.

The Expo kicked off Thursday with a full trade show featuring many exhibitors selling a wide variety of agriculture products. Following the opening of the trade show, was the judging contest with over 500 youth participants that judged six classes of live cattle, answered questions and evaluated breed data sheets. OCA hosted the Social event Thursday evening at the Hilton Polaris where producers and industry affiliates gathered to network and participate in OCA’s Political Action Committee (PAC) auction.

Friday offered the opportunity for multiple breed shows and sales. The Genetic Pathway, located in the Breeds Barn, showcased the industry’s most popular sires and donor prospects on display throughout the weekend. In addition, Friday was also host to the annual online Feeder Cattle Sale hosted by United Producers Inc. that offered consignments of uniform packages of feeder cattle sold off the farm for record setting prices. Several elected officials visited the Expo on Friday including were Governor Mike DeWine, Director Brian Baldridge, Congressman David Taylor, Attorney General Dave Yost, Secretary of State Frank LaRose, Senator Michele Reynolds, House Agriculture Committee Chair Rodney Creech, Minority Leader Allison Russo, Roy Klopfenstein, Joe Miller, Johnathan Newman, Juanita Brent, and Christine Cockley.

The eight breed sales with a combined total of 305.5 live lots sold at an increased average of $5,322 and total gross sales of $1,747,843.

The Junior Show recorded over 950 entries. Showmanship was held Friday with over 600 junior exhibitors participating. To provide added recognition for the Buckeye Breeder’s Series (BBS) program featuring Ohio’s bred, born, and raised registered steers and heifers, the Ohio Beef Expo added a new Buckeye Breeder Series-only show with the selection of a Top 5 BBS steers and heifers. The Market Animal show was held on Saturday and the Heifer show on Sunday.

The annual Friend of the Expo Award was presented to Shane Geer and Bob Kern, HerdPro Co-Owners for their dedication and many contributions to the Expo’s success over the years.

Full Sale and show results are available at www.ohiobeefexpo.com along with a complete list of the event’s sponsors. The 2026 Ohio Beef Expo is scheduled for March 19-22 at the Ohio Expo Center.

THE EXPO SOCIAL

On the opening night of the Ohio Beef Expo The Social event was held at the official Expo hotel, Hilton Columbus/Polaris.

OCA members, trade show exhibitors, breed sale consignors gathered to socialize and enjoy live music from the acoustic duo, Dalton & Delaney. The Social included a Political Action Committee (PAC) auction to raise money to assist political candidates who support agriculture and 0hio’s beef industry.

Thanks to the many donors and buyers of this year’s PAC auction.

Gift Basket featuring NEW CJ Brown Products

Donated by: CJ Brown

Buyer: Joe Foster

Wahl Clippers

Donated by: Wahl Clippers

Buyer: Carter Lampe

Gift Basket of Skin Care Products - Butter Hide Tallow

Donated by: Butter Hide Tallow

Buyer: HerdPro- Shane Geer

Set of Cornhole Board

Donated by: Ohio Penal Industries

Buyer: D&J Sales & Services

Feed Tub including Bottle of bourbon

Donated by: Phelps Farms

Buyer: Adelman Farms

Hanging Feed pan with Gallagher fence reel, fence tester, fence wire handle, feed bucket, scoop, and hat

Donated by: Straight A’s

Buyer: Drew Turner

Customizable Wooden High Top Table

Buyer: Adelman Farms

Sioux Steel Co. Mineral Feeder

Donated by: WM E. Fagaly & Son

Buyer: P & O Cattle - Mike Pfaff

Bottle of Cattle Drive Bourbon

Buyer: Goecke Farms

CJ Brown Print “Purple Pasture”

Donated by: AgCredit

Buyer: Jake Osborn

His & Hers Package - Genuine Navajo Pearl Necklace & CJ Brown Art Expo Hoodie

Donated by: Saltwell Western Store

Buyer: Drew Turner

4 Seasons Barn Siding Frame

Buyer: Glen Feichtner

5’ Feed Bunk

Donated by: Formasters & Ferguson Cattle Co

Buyer: Tim & Elizabeth Harsh

2 Tickets - Buckeye Football Home Game - OSU vs.UCLA Nov. 15

Buyer: D & J Sales & Service

Set of NCBA Cornhole Boards

Donated by: Center Street Market Co

Buyer: D & J Sales & Service

EXPO SPONSORS

COLISEUM

Lance’s Trailer Sales

EXPO COMMITTEE APPAREL

Farm Credit Mid America

OFFICIAL UTILITY VEHICLE SPONSOR

AgPro

SHOWMANSHIP

Showrite Feeds/Hubbard Botkins

Olde Wood Limited

Engelhaupt Embroidery

JUNIOR SHOW MARKET

ANIMAL RING

Ag Credit

JUNIOR SHOW SHOWMANSHIP RING

McGuire Farm and Excavating

JUNIOR SHOW BUCKEYE BREEDERS

SERIES

YOUTH JUDGING CONTEST

Saltwell Western Store/ Wrangler

Rowe Nutrition

OFFICIAL EXPO WI-FI SERVICE

TransOva Genetics

OFFICIAL EXPO VET

The OSU Veterinary Medical Center

CONCESSION STAND DRINKWARE

RC Packing, Inc.

Baird

JUNIOR SHOW BACKTAG SPONSOR

Allen County Cattlemen’s Association

CATTLEMEN’S LEARNING CENTER

Corteva Agriscience

Farm Credit Mid-America

TRADE SHOW BREAKFAST

D&J Sales and Service Inc.

CampbellCo and Dave Campbell Insurance

Cattle Visions

Hall Cattle

Johnson Show Cattle

Maplecrest Farms

Williams County Beef Producers

WILLIAMS COUNTY BEEF PRODUCERS

TOP 5 MARKET ANIMAL SPONSOR

Andrews Cattle Company

Andrews Auctioneer

Stertzbach Cattle Company

TOP 5 HEIFER SPONSOR

TransOva Genetics

SPONSOR OF THE DAY - FRIDAY

D&J Sales and Service Inc.

SPONSOR OF THE DAY - SATURDAY

Grillin N Chilln

EXPO HOSPITALITY AREAS

Richfield Industries

PRIME GENERAL SPONSOR

Heartland Feed Services

Mercer County Cattleman’s

JUNIOR SHOW PLATINUM SPONSORS

Clark County Cattle Producers

Fayette County Cattle Feeders

Goettemoeller Show Cattle

Heartland Feed Services

Linde’s Livestock Photos

Orchard View Farm

Rowe Nutrition

SC Online Sales

VanVorhis Show Cattle

JUNIOR SHOW PARTICIPATION

AWARDS

Grillin N Chillin

Miami Valley Plastics

Sullivan Supply

Weaver Livestock

COWBOY HAPPY HOUR SPONSORS

City Limits Western LLC

Kent Nutrition Group

MH EBY Inc/ EBY Trailers

McBurney’s Livestock Equipment

Murphy Tractor

SALE DONATION SPONSOR

Hubbard Crystalyx

YOUTH BEEF QUALITY ASSURANCE

BUCKEYE BREEDER SERIES

SALE CREDIT DONORS

Agle Family Cattle

Bachman Farms

Blue Rock Shorthorns

Boyert - Core Show Cattle

C & S Hetrick Show Cattle

Campbell Co Cattle

Coor Cattle

Goff Genetics

Grauer Show Cattle

HR Cattle Company

JB Cattle Company - Jake Breymeir

Johnson Show Cattle

Jones Show Cattle

JR Farms & Show Cattle

RC Show Cattle

Watson Family Show Cattle

EXPO AWARDS

SALTWELL SCHOLARSHIPS

Two recipients were awarded with scholarships courtesy of Saltwell Western Store at this year’s Expo. Saltwell Western Store is the official provider of Ohio Beef Expo apparel in the Trade Show each year. Jay and Sally Puzacke, owners, donate a percentage of sales generated from the official line of clothing sold to be used for scholarships granted through the Ohio Cattlemen’s Foundation.

This year, two $1,000 scholarships were awarded to Blake Herdman, Highland County and Kya Csapo, Wayne County for their involvement in the beef industry and their academic achievements.

FRIEND OF THE EXPO AWARD

Each year, OCA choses a deserving individual to honor with the Friend of the Expo award. This year’s award was presented to HerdPro Co-owners, Shane Geer and Bob Kern for their time and many contributions to the Expo’s success over the years.

Shane Geer, his wife, and son accepted the award at the 2025 Ohio Beef Expo.

BLAKE HERDMAN, HIGHLAND COUNTY BLAKE HERDMAN - HIGHLAND COUNTY

KYA CSAPO - WAYNE COUNTY

FROM LEFT TO RIGHT; JOE FOSTER, CHRISTY GEER, JAXSON GEER, SHANE GEER, MARK GOECKE, SHANE RILEY

TOP JUNIOR TEAM

High Junior Team - Crawford County 4-H Green

Harper Horning, Bailey Brause, Avery Stirm, Jordan Hartschuh

Second High Junior Team - Seneca East Jr

Quintin Mahl, Bristin Mayes, Aubrey Ritzler, Blaise Vanderveen

Third High Junior Team - Buckeyes

Avery Flax, Austin Sutherly, Annaleig Pohiman, Gracelyn Tarbet

Fourth High Junior Team - Stark County Juniors

Geno Milano, Carlene Briestesky, Coy Ellington, Harper Motts

Fifth High Junior Team - Ashland Team 2

Natalie Atterholt, Danner White, Ella Grimwood, Natalie Liston

TOP SENIOR TEAM

High Senior Team - Route 6 Rebels

Taylor Poff, Tatumn Poff, Samantha VanVorhis, Alexis Perry

Second High Senior Team - Sheridan 2

Gus Montgomery, Colten Beckstedt, Lillian Finck, Josey Breagel

Third High Senior Team - Ashland 4-H Sr Team

Bria White, Maci Atterholt, Clare Hahn, Kelsey Kaeser

Fourth High Senior Team - KB and Friends

Taylor Workman, Grace Tuttle, Corynne Kinney, Kendall Bishop

Fifth High Senior Team - Shelby FFA 2

Kennedy Studer, Abby Snyder, Jack Stover, Gracie Rodman

EXPO JUDGING CONTEST

TOP JUNIOR INDIVIDUALS

High Junior Individual Overall - Landon Moore, Fairfield County

Second High Junior Individual Overall - Quintin Mahl, Seneca County

Third High Junior Individual Overall - Tinley Maxson, Pickaway County

Fourth High Junior Individual Overall - Kielyn Simmons, Tuscarawas County

Fifth High Junior Individual Overall - Avery Flax, Clark County

Sixth High Junior Individual Overall - Harper Horning, Crawford County

Seventh High Junior Individual Overall - Nora Watterson, Mason County

Eighth High Junior Individual Overall - Emeli Gahler, Sandusky County

Ninth High Junior Individual Overall - Brady Funderburgh, Union County

Tenth High Junior Individual Overall - Bailey Brause, Crawford County

TOP SENIOR INDIVIDUALS

High Senior Individual Overall - Jocelyn Belleville, Wood County

Second High Senior Individual Overall - Mason Rickle, Wyandot County

Third High Senior Individual Overall - Charlie Hollan, Pickaway County

Fourth High Senior Individual Overall - Gus Montgomery, Perry County

Fifth High Senior Individual Overall - Sydney Schiff, Butler County

Sixth High Senior Individual Overall - Bria White, Ashland County

Seventh High Senior Individual Overall - Owen Barger, Champaign County

Eighth High Senior Individual Overall - Cohen Gahler, Sandusky County

Ninth High Senior Individual Overall - Maci Atterholt, Ashland County

Tenth High Senior Individual Overall - Wyatt Osborn, Highland County

BREED SHOW CHAMPIONS HEREFORD

Judge:

MINIATURE HEREFORD

Kyle Nickles - Sycamore, Ohio

Champion Mini Hereford Female: KLD SHEEZA LOOKER 427L ET Water Tree Ranch - Everett, PA

Reserve Hereford Female: MCC JM Ferrari 05M Miller Cattle Company - Lakeville, Ohio

Champion Hereford Female: UFH U14 Kylie U17M

Ralph E. Ullman & Son - Graysville, Ohio

Reeserve Mini Hereford Bull: SS MR ISRAEL Split Creek Ranch - North Platte, NE

Champion Mini Hereford Bull: CSC DASH ET Cow Swamp Creek Farms - Grimesland, NC

Reserve Hereford Bull: KT Victor 75M Cramer Cattle - Ada, Ohio

Champion Hereford Bull: Creek 9024 004 Studly 324L Creek Bottom Farm - Navarre, Ohio

Reserve Hereford Cow/Calf Pair: TDP Lady 91J J&L Cattle Farm LLC - Jeromesville, Ohio

Champion Hereford Cow/Calf Pair: BLL WW BW Clementine J33 Ralph E. Ullman & Son - Graysville, Ohio

Judge: Allen Gahler - Graytown, Ohio

Reserve Mini Hereford Market Steer: 4 WILEY MILO PigMoo Farm - Mount Sterling, Ohio

Champion Mini Hereford Market Steer: SIS SHREK Sisters Cattle Company - South Solon, Ohio

Champion Mini Hereford Prospect Steer: KMF CORONA ICE

PigMoo Farm - Mount Sterling, Ohio

Reserve Mini Hereford Prospect Steer: RAVENS MOUNTAIN SPARROW

PigMoo Farm - Mount Sterling, Ohio

Reserve Murray Grey Female: CIRCLE S POPPY Kristy Peters - Kewaskum, WI

Champion Murray Grey Female: CIRCLE S BLACK WIDOW

Lauren Kirschbaum - Kewaskum, WI

Reserve Murray Grey Bull: CIRCLE S TRUMP MY DADDY Circle S Stock Farms - Endeavor, WI

Champion Murray Grey Bull: CIRCLE S RIP Circle S Stock Farms - Endeavor, WI

Judge: Matt Kleski, New Albany, Ohio MURRAY GREY

2025 OVERALL SALE RESULTS

Managed by: Ohio Angus Association

Ron Kries Live Lots: 32

HIGH SELLING BULL

- Bismarck, ND

University of Findlay - Findlay, Ohio

Managed by: PrimeTime AgriMarketing

Auctioneer: Kevin Wendt

Live Lots: 66.5

Sale Gross: $561,725

Live Average: $7,699 MAINE-ANJOU

HIGH SELLING BULL

Lot 20 - MCCF Lucky Day

Price: $20,000

Buyer: HJF Hay, Horse, & Cattle - Midland, PA

Consignor: Muir Cattle - Waynesfield, Ohio

HIGH SELLING FEMALE

Lot 60 - GOF Oakley 306M

Price: $17,500

Buyer: Rinkes Cattle - Harrisville, Ohio

Consignor: Green Oak Farm - New Paris, Ohio

MINIATURE HEREFORD

Managed by: Breeders World Auctioneer: Darby Walton

Live Lots: 17

Sale Gross: $61,700

Live Average: $3,032

HIGH SELLING BULL

Lot 2 - SS MR VANDORN Price: $2,750

Buyer: Benjamin Lenter - Spencer, Ohio

Consignor: Splitt Creek Ranch - North Platte, NE

HIGH SELLING FEMALE

Lot 8 - BGB BENDOVER BGB 10B Price: $5,000

Buyer: MacCauley Farms - Atglen, PA

Consignor: Cow Swamp Creek FarmsGrimesland, NC

Managed by: Blackbelt Cattle Marketing Auctioneer: Darby Walton

Live Lots: 17

Sale Gross: $62,850

Live Average: $3,685

HIGH SELLING BULL

Lot 1 - Red LePage HD-33M10 Price: $4,500

Buyer: Joseph Rose - Oakwood, Ohio

Consignor: LePage Cattle LTD. - Coshocton, Ohio

HIGH SELLING FEMALE

Lot 15 - Red LePage Bieber HD MF2

Price: $8,500

Buyer: Dennis Household - Holbrook, PA

Consignor: LePage Cattle LTD. - Coshocton, Ohio

SHORTHORN

Managed by: Aegerter Marketing Services

Auctioneer: Kevin Wendt

Live Lots: 40

Sale Gross: $189,443

Live Average: $4,453

HIGH SELLING BULL

Lot 2 - BF Mad Dog 5M Price: $7,000

Buyer: Ralph Arison - Vanderbilt, PA

Consignor: Brennstuhl Farms - Danville, Ohio

HIGH SELLING FEMALE

Lot 30 - BF Pandora 14MT

Price: $10,500

Buyer: Grant Freeman - Bellville, Ohio

Consignor: Brennstuhl Farms - Danville, Ohio

SIMMENTAL

Managed by: DP Sales Management

Auctioneer: Ron Kries

Live Lots: 87

Sale Gross: $486,250

Live Average: $5,532

HIGH SELLING BULL

Lot 76 - Lucci Mr Loverboy M94

$10,000

Buyer: Justin Smith - Albany, Ohio

Consignor: Lucci Farms - Wooster, Ohio

HIGH SELLING BULL

Lot 93 - BOSC Lover Boy M435 Price: $10,000

Buyer: Matt Smith - Barnesville, Ohio

Consignor: Bosse Cattle - Montville, Ohio

HIGH SELLING FEMALE

Lot 60/60A - FSCI Gemstone L312 with heifer calf Price: $27,000

Buyer: Rocky Hill Farms , Steve Watson - Dawsonville, GA

Consignor: Ferguson Cattle Company - Jefferson, Ohio

OHIO BEEF EXPO JUNIOR SHOW

SHOWMANSHIP

Judges: Calli Spengler, Cascade IA, and Ty Bayer, Fort Collins, CO

BEGINNER

Champion: Annabelle Berry, Licking County

Reserve Champion: Madison Fisher, Perry County

Third Overall: Addison Fennig, Mercer County

Fourth Overall: Ellie Montgomery, Gallia County

Fifth Overall: Brooklyn Berry, Licking County

Sixth Overall: Bristol McDowell, Wood Coounty

Seventh Overall: Rylee Mullen, Coshocton County

Eighth Overall: Beau Sautter, Sandusky County

Ninth Overall: Dawsyn Bolen, Ashland County

Tenth Overall: Macie Miller, Fairfield County

JUNIOR

Champion: Bristol Bates, Muskingum County

Reserve Champion: Lillian Harder, Sandusky County

Third Overall: Avery Sautter, Sandusky County

Fourth Overall: Landon Moore, Fairfield County

Fifth Overall: Naomi Fennig, Mercer County

Sixth Overall: Reid Bishop, Clark County

Seventh Overall: Emma Helsinger, Preble County

Eighth Overall: D’lelah Laber, Highland County

Ninth Overall: Garrett Reusch, Medina County

Tenth Overall:Tavin Warner, Sandusky County

SENIOR

NOVICE

Champion: Brody Bolen, Ashland County

Reserve Champion: Emmery Simpson, Brown County

Third Overall: Carrie Gahler, Ottawa County

Fourth Overall: Ella Elliot, Gallia County

Fifth Overall: Reagan Farrar, Jackson County

Sixth Overall: Ellanor Tarbert , Fairfield County

Seventh Overall: Kinsley Moore, Ottawa County

Eighth Overall: Brooklyn Warner, Belmont County

Ninth Overall: Natalee Eichorn, Morrow County

Tenth Overall: Addi Foreman, Lorain County

INTERMEDIATE

Champion: Kolten Greenhorn, Greene County

Reserve Champion: Olivia Jones, Allen County

Third Overall: Jorja Morgan, Gallia County

Fourth Overall: Logan Burtchin, Wood County

Fifth Overall: Piper Shepard, Henry County

Sixth Overall: Griffin Gahler, Ottawa County

Seventh Overall:Evelyn Koehler, Fairfield County

Eighth Overall: Tanner Butcher, Hardin County

Ninth Overall: Owen Bailey, Wayne County

Tenth Overall: Jozie Beiser, Preble County

Champion: Blake Herdman, Highland County

Reserve Champion: Carly Sanders, Highland County

Third Overall: Brade Wright, Perry County

Fourth Overall: Kaylee Jennings, Clermont County

Fifth Overall: Halee Robinson, Pickaway County

Sixth Overall: Marissa Graham, Licking County

Seventh Overall: Karlie Kennedy, Adams County

Eighth Overall: Colton Beck, Morrow County

Ninth Overall: Logan Schroeder, Defiance County

Tenth Overall: Owen Seedorf, Wood County

BUCKEYE BREEDERS SERIES

The 2025 Ohio Beef Expo included a separate ring for Buckeye Breeders Series (BBS) - a division of the Ohio Cattlemen’s Association’s (OCA) Beef Exhibitor Show Total (BEST) program that features registered cattle born, bred and raised in Ohio.

The 2025 BBS BEST sponsoring partners are Dickson Cattle Co., The Folks Printing Co., Jones Show Cattle and R.D. Jones Excavating.

BBS provides Ohio seedstock breeders with an enhanced marketing opportunity for Ohio bred and born registered cattle and attracts new participants interested in participating in the BEST program – this now includes out-of-state youth.

All nominating breeders will be recognized on the OCA website and at the BEST banquet for their honors achieved with the cattle they sell and nominate for the program. All participating breeders are invited to attend the Annual Awards Banquet on May 3 at the Ohio Expo Center in Columbus. New for 2025, all BBS breeders who bred an overall breed champion or reserve champion heifer or steer will receive an award banner.

At the banquet, there will be two exclusive BBS drawings. One will be for BBS exhibitors and one for BBS breeders. One exhibitor will be drawn to take home an EBY livestock trailer for a year’s use, and one breeder will be drawn to win a year’s use of a John Deere Gator.

You must be present to win!

Exhibitor Drawing

Thank You

Breeder Drawing 2025 BBS Sponsors

7G Cattle Farms - Newark

Agle Family Cattle - South Vienna

Annett Burke Cattle Company - Utica

Darby Ayars - Irwin

Bachman Farms - Carroll

Baker Farm - Shreve

Balduf and Sons Show Cattle - Nevada

Barbour Cattle - West Salem

Barlage Livestock - Fort Loramie

Bennett Farms - Willamsburg

Wyatt Binckley - Heath

Maddy Black - East Palestine

Blue Rock Shorthorns - Chandlersville

Logan Bowcott - Gallipolis

Boyert Show Cattle - Seville

Rex A Bradford - St. Marys

Mason Brault - New Vienna

Caroline Bryan - McComb

Trace Bryan - McComb

Buckeye Farm Show Cattle - Hopedale

Stetson Bush - Amesville

Karson Butcher - Mount Vernon

Addison J Campbell - Eaton

Campbell Co - Cedarville

Tyler Caplinger - West Alexandria

Carter Carpenter - Jeromesville

Elly Castello - Barnesville

Chabrew Farm - East Canton

Tyler Clark - Covington

Clouse Family Farm - Somerset

Cluxton Family Cattle - Ripley

Kaydence Connolly - Cable

James Cooksey - Stoutsville

Peyton E Cooksey - Stoutsville

Brandon Corry - Xenia

Cowpower Genetics - Sandusky

Cramer Cattle - Ada

Diamond T Land & Cattle - Bidwell

Diven Springs Farm - Hillsboro

DJ Show Cattle - Bloomville

Dr Show Cattle - New Concord

Dupler King Show Cattle - Somerset

Eric Norden Farms - Napoleon

Blaine Evans - Dover

Fawley Farms - Lynchburg

Fedderke Farms - Napoleon

Felver Farms - Plymouth

Owen Fennig - Coldwater

Ferguson Cattle Company - Jefferson

Fix Family Cattle Farm - Gibsonburg

Foster Farms Shorthorns - Amanda

Ephraim Fowler - Salesville

FPF Farms Canal - Fulton

BBS PARTICIPATING BREEDERS

G40W Genetics - Zanesville

Kaden Gardner - West Alexandria

Goff Genetics - Zanesville

Grauer Show Cattle - Shiloh

GTG Cattle Company - Thurman

Hanes Show Cattle - Greenville

Hara Farms - Dublin

Lauren Heimerl - Johnstown

McKalynne Helmke - New Philadelphia

Emma Helsinger - West Manchester

Cooper Hetrick - Fremont

Mya Hetrick - Fremont

Hill & Hollow Farms - Gettysburg

HND Cattle Co - West Alexandria

Holley Show Cattle - Bowling Green

Hoobler Show Cattle - Newcomerstown

Dave Huck - Waterford

Huck Show Cattle - Waterford

Austin Hunker - Bellevue

J&W Show Cattle - West Alexandria

JB Cattle - Washington Court House

Jaidyn Jackson - DeGraff

Kaylee Jennings - Felicity

Beau Johnson - Gallipolis

Johnson Show Cattle - Gallipolis

Johnston Farms Show Cattle - Wauseon

Jones Show Cattle - Harrod

Karlee Kasler - Millfield

Kasler Cattle Company - Millfield

Josey Kiefer - Hamilton

King Show Cattle - Wauseon

Franklin Kinney - Lewistown

Brandon Klehm - Minerva

Ron Kries - Adamsville

Krik Cattle

Kyle Nickles Show Cattle - Sycamore

Kerry & Erin Lawrence - Hebron

Kathy Lehman - Shelby

Leon Cattle Company - St Clairsville

Desirae Logsdon - Amanda

Morgan Love - Baltimore

Aric Lust - Mount Vernon

Ashlyn Lust - Mount Vernon

Nick McConnell - Mount Vernon

Alex McCullough - Kenton

Luke McKee - Gambier

Emma Mclaughlin - Woodsfield

Mclaughlin Show Cattle - Monroe

Maplecrest Farms - Hillsboro

Jess Miller - Lakeville

Miller Family Show Cattle - West Unity

Miller Show Cattle - Shreve

Missing Rail Simmentals - Holgate

MJCC - Masen Jolliff Cattle - Kenton

Muir Cattle Company - Waynesfield

Musgrave Farms - Upper Sandusky

Jake Nikkel - Mount Perry

Justin Nofziger - Wauseon

Orchard View Farm - Stoutsville

Brandee Painter - Hebron

Peters Family Livestock - Hicksville

Josiah Pirogowicz - Mogadore

Myah Pitts - Lynchburg

Pugh Central Station, LLC - Louisville

Rattlesnake Creek Cattle - Milledgeville

RC Show Cattle - Eaton

Jay and Becky Reed - Springfield

Rhemyngton Ervin - New Plymouth

Rising River Cattle Co - Harrod

Quinn Roach - Big Prairie

Caiden Roberts - Cumberland

Charlotte Robertson - Hamilton

Lane Robinson - Caldwell

Janie Ruggles - Thornville

Shayla J Sancic - Magnolia

Brantley Sautter - Bowling Green

Easton Sautter - Bowling Green

Sautter Farms - Helena

Fred Schlichter - Oxford

Aly Simpson - West Union

Sisters Cattle Company - South Solon

Six R Farms - Columbus Grove

Skylar Ward - New Paris

SNL Livestock - Winchester

Soehnlen Cattle - Navarre

Sweeney Cattle - Clifton

Gracelynn Tarbert - Baltimore

Taylor Made Cattle - London

The Bend Stock Farm - Sherwood

Bristol Tipton - Hopedale

Toussaint River Angus - Oak Harbor

Trails End Farm - Belmont

Triple B Farms - Gallipolis

Alexa Turner

Turner Shorthorns - Somerset

Ralph E Ullman & Son - Graysville

Samantha VanVorhis - Bowling Green

Weickert Herefords - Fremont

Bella Wildermuth - Granville

Evelyn Wilson – New Concord

Winegardner/Klingaman Show Cattle - Lima

Abby Wolbaugh - Orrville

Woodard Cattle Company - Cambridge

Colton Worden - Nevada

Todd Yant - Sugar Grove

Emma Yochum - Hillsboro

2025 MARKET ANIMAL SHOW RESULTSS MARKET

RESERVE

Essie McGuire - Champaign County

GRAND CHAMPION MARKET ANIMAL

Judge - Lydell MeierClinton, TN

Brock Cole - Preble County

CHAMPION MARKET ANIMAL

Marissa Graham - Licking County

Brodie Yeager - Harrison County

Tavin Warner - Sandusky County

Rylee Mullen - Coshocton County

Jozie Beiser - Preble County

Lilliana Giulitto - Portage County

Heath Clay - Harrison County

Annistyn Oszust - Tuscarawas County

DIVISON CHAMPIONS

Reserve Hereford Steer

Kelli Brenner - Stark County

Champion Hereford Steer

Geno Milano - Stark County

Reserve Angus Steer

Elliot Andrews - Wayne County

Champion Angus Steer

Griffin Gahler - Ottawa County

Reserve Maine-Anjou Steer

Brodie Yeager - Harrison County

Champion Maine-Anjou Steer

Tavin Warner - Sandusky County

Reserve Charolais Steer

Garrett Harrison - Wood County

Champion Charolais Steer

Chase Hoffman - Union County

Reserve Chianina Steer

Hadley Williams - Richland County

Champion Chianina Steer

Heath Clay - Harrison County

Reserve Shorthorn Steer

Ady Coffman - Lorain County

Champion Shorthorn Steer

Kennadie Porter - Muskingum County

Champion Market Heifer

Marissa Graham - Licking County

Reserve ShorthornPlus Steer

Tatumn Poff - Geauga County

Champion ShorthornPlus Steer

Jozie Beiser - Preble County

Reserve Simmental

Lillian Harder - Sandusky County

Champion Simmental Steer

Camdyn Burns - Union County

Reserve AOB Steer

Isabel Hiles - Pickaway County

Champion AOB Steer

Westin Biggs - Warren County

Reserve Market Heifer

Taylor Barton - Highland County

Reserve Division I Crossbred Steer

Taylor Poff - Geauga County

Champion Division I Crossbred Steer

Lilliana Giulitto - Portage County

Reserve Division II Crossbred Steer

Tanner Butcher - Hardin County

Champion Division II Crossbred Steer

Rylee Mullen - Coshocton County

CROSSBRED CHAMPIONS

Lilliana Giulitto - Portage County

Champion

Essie McGuire - Champaign County

Reserve Division III Crossbred Steer

Brayden McConnell - Jefferson County

Champion Division III Crossbred Steer

Essie McGuire - Champaign County

Fifth

Rylee Mullen - Coshocton County

Brock Cole - Preble County

Reserve

Annistyn Oszust - Tuscarawas County

Champion

Brock Cole - Preble County

Annistyn Oszust - Tuscarawas County

BUCKEYE BREEDERS SERIES STEER TOP 5

Judge:

Bryson Jones - Allen County

Bred by: DJ Show Cattle - Bloomville

GRAND CHAMPION BBS STEER

Hadley Williams - Richland County Bred by: Grauer Show Cattle - Shiloh

THIRD OVERALL BBS STEER

Lillian Harder - Sandusky County

Bred by: Miller Family Show Cattle - West Unity

FOURTH OVERALL BBS STEER

Dylan Swinehart - Sandusky County Bred by: King Show Cattle - Pettisville

FIFTH OVERALL BBS STEER

Cory Thomsen, Madison, SD

Kya Csapo - Wayne County Bred by: Josiah Pirogowicz - Mogadore

RESERVE CHAMPION BBS STEER

BBS DIVISON CHAMPIONS

Griffin

Bred

Khloe

Bred

Geno

Bred

Bergan

Bred

Ady

Bred

Reserve BBS Hereford Steer

Leonhardt - Crawford County

by: Hill & Hollow Farms - Bradford

Champion BBS Hereford Steer

Milano - Stark County

by: Chabrew Farm- East Canton

Reserve BBS Angus Steer

Lilly Gahler - Ottawa County

Bred by: Luke McKee - Gambier

Champion BBS Angus Steer

Gahler - Ottawa County

by: Touissant River Angus - Oak Habor

Reserve BBS Maine-Anjou Steer

Landyn Sheetz - Stark County

by: Josiah Pirogowicz - Mogadore

Champion BBS Maine-Anjou Steer

Kya Csapo - Wayne County

Bred by: Josiah Pirogowicz - Mogadore

Reserve BBS Charolais Steer

Reagan Farrar - Jackson County

Bred by: Diamond T Land & Cattle - Bidwell

Champion BBS Charolais Steer

Parcels - Champaign County

by: Khloe Parcels - Urbana

Reserve BBS Chianina Steer

Hadley Williams - Richland County

Bred by: Grauer Show Cattle - Shiloh

Champion BBS Chianina Steer

Bryson Jones - Allen County

Bred by: DJ Show Cattle - Bloomville

Reserve BBS Shorthorn Steer

Karson Butcher - Knox County

Bred by: 7G Cattle Farms - Newark

Champion BBS Shorthorn Steer

Coffman - Lorain County

Bred by: 7G Cattle Farms - Newark

Cooper Hetrick - Sandusky County

Bred by: Cooper Hetrick- Fremont

Champion BBS ShorthornPlus Steer

Dylan Swinehart - Sandusky County

Bred by: King Show Cattle - Pettisville

Reserve

Lillian Beougher - Hocking County Bred by: Stetson Bush - Amesville

Champion

Lillian Harder - Sandusky County

Bred by: Miller Family Show Cattle - West Unity

Reserve BBS AOB Steer

Caroline Bryan - Hancock County Bred by: Caroline Bryan - McComb

Champion BBS AOB Steer

Westin Biggs - Warren County Bred by: Fawleys Farm - Lynchburg

2025 HEIFER SHOW RESULTSS

HEIFER SHOW TOP 10

Mackenzie Neal - Preble County GRAND CHAMPION HEIFER

Judge - John McCurry Hutchinson, KS

Collin Fedderke - Henry County

Emma Cole - Logan County

Emma Grafft - Butler County

Alayna Grafft - Butler County

Karlie Kennedy - Adams County

Olivia Jones - Allen County

Samantha VanVorhis - Wood County

Elly Castello - Belmont County

FIFTH OVERALL HEIFER

SIXTH OVERALL HEIFER

DIVISON CHAMPIONS

Champion Chianina Heifer

Karlie Kennedy - Adams County

Reserve Angus Heiefer

Olivia Jones - Allen County

Champion Angus Heifer Samantha VanVorhis - Wood County

Champion ChiAngus Heifer Samantha VanVorhis - Wood County

Reserve Charolais Heifer Carly Sanders - Highland County

Champion Charolais Heifer Mackenzie Neal - Preble County

Reserve % Charolais Heifer Josey Keifer - Butler County

Champion % Charolais Heifer Joshua Blakeman - Jackson County

Champion Low % Chianina Heifer

Kaylee Jennings - Clermont County

Reserve Chianina Heifer

Addison Fennig - Mercer County

Reserve ChiAngus Heifer Emma Yochum - Highland County

Reserve Low % Chianina Heifer Brade Wright - Perry County

Champion MaineTainer Heifer

Emma Cole - Logan County

Reserve Hereford Heifer

Sam Stoughton - Madison County

Champion Hereford Heifer Jess Miller - Holmes County

Champion MaineAngus Heifer Collin Fedderke - Henry County

Reserve Lumousin/Lin-Flex Heifer Madison Fisher - Perry County

Champion Limousin/Lim-Flex Heifer Emma Grafft - Butler County

Reserve High % Maine-Anjou Heifer Ella Elliot- Gallia County

Champion High % Maine- Anjou Heifer Brextyn Gabriel - Morrow County

Champion Shorthorn Heifer

Emma Helsinger - Preble County

Reserve MaineTainer Heifer

Brody Bolen - Ashland County

Reserve MaineAngus Heifer Whitney Emmerling - Clark County

Reserve Shorthorn Heifer Addison Jordan - Marion County

Reserve ShorthornPlus Heifer

Mackenzie Neal - Preble County

Champion ShorthornPlus Heifer

Gage Farrar - Jackson County

Champion Crossbred Heifer Lilly Owen - Williams County

Reserve Purebred Simmental Heifer Garrett Bihl - Fayette County

Champion Purebred Simmental Heifer Brextyn Gabriel - Morrow County

Reserve % Simmental Heifer Alayna Grafft - Butler County

Champion % Simmental Heifer Elly Castello - Belmont County

Reserve AOB Heifer

Jacob Householder - Perry County

Reserve Crossbred Heifer

Marissa Graham - Licking County

BUCKEYE BREEDERS SERIES HEIFER TOP 5

RESERVE CHAMPION BBS HEIFER

Collin Fedderke - Henry County

Bred by - Jones Show Cattle - Harrod GRAND CHAMPION BBS HEIFER

Brextyn Gabriel - Morrow County

Bred by: Jones Show Cattle - Harrod

THIRD OVERALL BBS HEIFER

Emma Cole - Logan County

Bred by: Watson Family Show Cattle - Urbana

FOURTH OVERALL BBS HEIFER

Brody Bolen - Ashland County

Bred by: Brody Bolen - Ashland

FIFTH OVERALL BBS HEIFER

Judge: Lydell Meier - Clinton, TN

Madison Fisher - Perry County

Bred by - Johnson Show Cattle - Gallipolis

BBS DIVISON CHAMPIONS

Reserve BBS Chianina Heifer

Jorja Morgan - Gallia County

Bred by: Johnson Show Cattle - Gallipolis

Champion BBS Chianina Heifer

Madison Fisher - Perry County

Bred by: Johnson Show Cattle - Gallipolis

Reserve BBS Angus Heifer

Delaney Jones - Allen County

Bred by - Jones Show Cattle - Harrod

Champion BBS Angus Heifer

Guy Calaway - Vinton County

Bred by: Campbell Co/ Sweeney Cattle - Cedarville

Reserve BBS ChiAngus Heifer

Kaylee Jennings - Clermont County

Bred by: Kaylee Jennings - Felicity

Champion BBS ChiAngus Heifer

Emma Yochum - Highland County

Bred by: Emma Yochum- Hillsboro

Reserve BBS Charolais Heifer

Quinn Ervin - Vinton County

Bred by: Kathy Lehman - Shelby

Champion BBS Charolais Heifer

Macie Miller - Fairfield County

Bred by: Agle Family Cattle - South Vienna

Reserve BBS % Charolais Heifer

Kassidy Banks - Mahoning County

Bred by: Josiah Pirogowicz - Mogadore

Champion BBS % Charolais Heifer

Josey Keifer - Butler County

Bred by: Josey Keifer - Hamilton

Reserve BBS Low % Chianina Heifer

Brade Wright - Perry County

Bred by: Johnson Show Cattle - Gallipolis

Champion BBS Low % Chianina Heifer

Rees Toler - Gallia County

Bred by: Jones Show Cattle - Harrod

Bred

Reserve BBS MaineTainer Heifer

Brody Bolen - Ashland County

by: Brody Bolen - Ashland

Champion BBS MaineTainer Heifer

Emma Cole - Logan County

Bred by: Watson Family Show Cattle - Urbana

Reserve BBS Hereford Heifer

Gentry Krotzer - Seneca County

Bred by: Rattlesnake Creek Cattle - Milledgeville

Champion BBS Hereford Heifer

Jess Miller - Holmes County

Bred by: Kathy Leham - Shelby

Reserve BBS MaineAngus Heifer

Whitney Emmerling - Clark County

Bred by: Campbell Co - Cedarville

Champion BBS MaineAngus Heifer

Collin Fedderke - Henry County

Bred by: Jones Show Cattle - Harrod

Champion BBS Limousin/Lim-Flex Heifer

Evelyn Koehler - Fairfield County

by: Lawrence Cattle - Hebron

Reserve BBS High % Maine-Anjou Heifer

Ella Elliot - Gallia County

Bred by: Johnson Show Cattle - Gallipolis

Champion BBS High % Maine-Anjou Heifer

Brextyn Gabriel - Morrow County

Bred by: Jones Show Cattle - Harrod

Reserve BBS Shorthorn Heifer

Kezlee Carson - Licking County

Bred by: Annett Burke Cattle Co - Gambier

Champion BBS Shorthorn Heifer

Kolten Greenhorn - Greene County

Bred by: Greenhorn Cattle Co - Waynesville

Champion BBS ShorthornPlus Heifer

Gage Farrar - Jackson County

Bred by: Samantha VanVorhis - Bowling Green

Reserve BBS ShorthornPlus Heifer

Logan Brinksneader - Darke County

Bred by: Hanes Show Cattle - Greenville

Champion BBS AOB Heifer

Josie Bowcott - Gallia County

Bred by: Leon Cattle Company - Saint Clairsville

Champion BBS Purebred Simmental Heifer

Caiden Roberts - Guernsey County

Bred by: Caiden Roberts - Cumberland

Reserve BBS Purebred Simmental Heifer

Piper Shepard - Henry County

Bred by: Jones Show Cattle - Harrod

Champion BBS % Simmental Heifer

Avery Heimerl - Licking County

Bred by: Bachman Farms - Lancaster

Reserve BBS % Simmental Heifer

Ellie Montgomery - Gallia County

Bred by: Johnson Show Cattle - Gallipolis

The Ohio Cattlemen’s Association (OCA) Allied Industry Council is a business partnership that supports educational efforts and leadership opportunities for cattlemen to advance Ohio’s beef cattle industry.

Ag Credit

David White 419-435-7758

Derek Snider 419-675-2303 www.agcredit.net

Ag-Pro

Ben Butcher 740-653-6951 www.agprocompanies.com

Alligare, LLC

Jeff Clark 304-992-6195

Brett Jones 334-748-0048 www.alligare.com

Baird Private Wealth

Management

Patrick Saunders 740-446-2000 www.patricksaundersfc.com

Boehringer-Ingelheim

Brent Tolle 502-905-7831 www.boehringer-ingelheim.com

Boviteq Innovative IVF

Solutions

Shantille Campbell 402-239-2833

https://www.boviteq.com

Britespan Building Systems

Lawrence Cole 419-540-3557 www.britespanbuildings.com

Burkmann Nutrition

Brent Williams 859-236-0400

Kasey Gordon 859-236-0400

Tom Hastings 859-236-0400

Austin Sexten 859-236-0400

Dr. David Williams 859-236-0400 www.burkmann.com

Cargill Animal Nutrition

Elaine Riechard 937-770-2820

Anna Taylor 701-220-9387 www.cargill.com | www.sunglo.com

Centerra Co-op

Don Daniels 440-476-6125 www.centerracoop.com

Central Life Sciences

Kenley Rogers 330-465-9225 www.centrallifesciences.com

CLA-CliftonLarsonAllen LLP

Bill Scott 419-213-5265

Travis Reamsnyder www.claconnect.com

Cornerstone Veterinary Services, LLC

Amgad Riad 567-510-4340 www.mycsvets.com

Corteva AgriScience

Rachel Walker 270-995-9541 www.rangeandpasture.com

D&J Sales and Services

Jon Jones 740-391-1246 www.djsalesandservice.com

DHI Cooperative, Inc.

Brian Winters 1-800-DHI-COOP

Tim Pye 912-682-9798 www.dhicoop.com

Elanco Animal Health

Jon Sweeney 515-249-2926

Jim Stefanak 330-298-8113 www.elanco.com

Farm Credit Mid-America

Scott LaGuire 419-733-9796

David Sanders 740-335-3306

Bob Siegel 614-361-6056 www.e-farmcredit.com

Farm Science Review

Nick Zachrich 614-514-9577

Ali Friesen 614-292-4278 www.fsr.osu.edu

Ferguson Cattle Company

Formasters

John Ferguson 440-478-0782

Lindsey Rowland 440-478-0503

Ryan Rowland 440-226-4018 www.fergusonshowcattle.com

Four Star Veterinary Service

Taylor Engle 419-305-7494

Bryant Chapman 419-953-4523

Trey Gellert 419-953-4523 www.4starvets.com

Heartland Bank

Matthew Bucklew 614-475-7024 www.heartland.bank

Heartland Feed Services

Celina 419-586-7443

Minster 419-628-2367

St Anthony 419-942-1148

St Henry 419-678-2348 www.heartlandfeedsrevices.com

Heritage Cooperative

Dale Stryffeler 330-556-8465

David Monnin 914-873-6736

www.heritagecooperative.com

Highland Livestock Supply Ltd.

Curt & Allison Hively 330-457-2033

www.highlandlivestocksupply.com

Hubbard Feeds

Jordan Gilbert 937-670-4231

www.hubbardfeeds.com

ICAP Crop Insurance

Joanie Grimes 937-763-1198

Lindsey Hall 937-763-8115 www.icapcrop.com

J Star Equipment

Bradley Fennewald 567-203-7998 www.jstarequipment.com

Kalmbach Feeds

Jeff Neal 419-356-0128

Kyle Nickles 419-294-3838

Cheryl Miller 419-294-3838 www.kalmbachfeeds.com

Kent Nutrition Group

Patrick Barker 513-315-3833 www.kentfeeds.com

M.H. Eby Inc./Eby Trailers

Kirk Swensen 614-879-6901

Steve Rittenhouse 614-879-6901

J.R. Kaverman 740-956-0623 www.mheby.com

McArthur Lumber & Post

Chris Caudill 740-596-2551 www.totalfarmandfence.com

Merck Animal Health

Seth Clark 330-465-2728

Dave McElhaney 724-494-6199 www.merck-animal-health-usa.com

Murphy Tractor

Eric Bischoff 614-876-1141

Brent Chauvin 937-898-4198 www.murphytractor.com

Nationwide Insurance Shawnda Vega 614-329-4500 www.farmagentfinder.com

Neogen

Calvin Bontekoe 810-730-6131 www.neogen.com

Nexus Marketing

Holly Fleck 419-953-2295

Pat Lampert 419-953-0546

Chad Leffel 567-204-7846 www.nexusmarketing.com

Ohio CAT

Linda Meier 614-851-3629

Chris Eyerman 614-851-3629 www.ohiocat.com

Ohio Angus Association

Jacy Bapst 740-648-6531 www.ohioangus.org

Ohio Penal Industry

William Bierbaugh 614-214-8916, Robert Caplinger 614-531-8291 www.opi.ohio.gov

OSU Large Animal Services

Eric Gordon 937-642-2936

Kevin Jacque 937-642-2936

Shaw Perrin 937-642-2936

Kristin Smith 937-642-2936

Alissa Wilhelm 937-642-2936 www.vmc.vet.osu.edu

Patriot Truck & Trailer Solutions

Virgil Jennings 800-860-3744

Dave Bishop 800-860-3744

Keith Montgomery 800-860-3744

Duane Wilson 800-860-3744

Tessa Briggs 800-860-3744 www.mcguirewholesale.com

PBS Animal Health

Lisa Lautzenehiser 330-834-2009

Kevin Warrene 800-321-0235 www.pbsanimalhealth.com

Pik Rite, Inc.

Paul Novack 570-523-8174 www.pikrite.com

Priefert Ranch Equipment

Steve Campbell 903-434-8973

Nate Aguredakes 330-868-1181 www.priefert.com

Purina Animal Nutrition

Cy Prettyman 470-360-5538

Kira Morgan 812-480-2715

Doug Phillips

Kylie Ewing Crisler www.purinamills.com

Quality Liquid Feeds

Joe Foster 614-560-5228 www.qlf.com

Reed & Baur Insurance Agency

Jim & Paula Rogers 866-593-6688 www.reedbaurinsurance.com

Richfield Industries

Tom Campbell 810-516-7779 www.richind.com

Rodoc Leasing & Sales

Roger Miller 419-692-5881

Braytan Kruse 419-394-4408

Tony Rieman 419-348-0644

Abby Snyder 937-869-9712

Bryan Hoersten 937-503-7979 www.rodoc.com

Sakura Wagyu Farms

Tori Grafton 614-809-1089

Chad Adams 402-533-2030

Lawrence Adams 402-440-0924

Francis Pang 330-323-0960

David Sahr 740-817-3261 www.sakurawagyufarms.com

Saltwell Western Store

Sally Puzacke 330-343-0388 www.saltwellwesternstore.com

Sedgwick

Tony Sharrock 614-376-5450

David Deyo 614-376-5401 www.sedgwickcms.com

Select Sires Member

Cooperative

Rachael Billups 937-527-5230

Joanna Frankenberg 614-878-5333

Kevin Hinds 614-878-5333

Jim Ray 614-205-7176

Julie Ziegler 614-878-5333 www.cobaselect.com

ST Genetics

Aaron Arnett 614-947-9931 www.stgen.com

Straight A’s

Nikki McCarty 330-868-1182

Nate Aguredakes 330-868-1182 www.ranchcity.com

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TransOva Genetics

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Lacey Murray 712-722-3586

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Sabrina Clark 712-722-3586 www.transova.com

Umbarger Show Feeds

Jackson Umbarger 317-422-5195

Eric King 419-889-744 www.umbargerandsons.com

United Producers, Inc.

Jake Osborn

Sam Roberts 614-890-6666

Hannah Carter 614-433-2190 1-800-456-3276 www.uproducers.com

Vytelle

Zach Bartenslager 304-661-6331

Kara Schmidt 443-974-2067

Rodney Schoenbine 330-4649793 www.vytelle.com

Weaver Leather Livestock

Angela Kain 330-674-1782

Lisa Shearer 330-674-1782 www.weaverleather.com

WM. E Fagaly & Son Inc.

Ryan Gries 513-678-1042

Chris McConnell 513-667-7444 www.fagalyfeed.com

Zimmer Tractor

Jason Beckner 513-615-3238 www.zimmertractor.com

Zoetis Animal Health

Laura Homan 320-293-2184 www.zoetisus.com

Aug. 23, 2025

Connect with friends while listening to live music, enjoying drinks, delicious appetizers, a beef entree, and desserts.

All proceeds support the Ohio Cattlemen’s Foundation youth scholarship fund benefiting the next generation of cattle industry leaders.

OHIO BEEF COUNCIL ANNUAL REPORT 2024

Over 1.6M Video Views

The Ohio Beef Council (OBC) created a culinary studio to boost consumer confidence in cooking beef through online videos. The studio features OBC’s Chef series, with Ohio chefs like Wayne Lewis and Vinnie Cimino preparing beef dishes such as ribeye steaks, short ribs, and smash burgers. Recipes and tips are available on OBC’s YouTube channel and at ohiobeef.org.

60K Plus Viewers Streaming ESPN

OBC, in partnership with Ohio State University (OSU), brought back Gameday Tastes & Traditions to highlight beef’s nutritional benefits. OBC worked with OSU athletes like Emily Londot, a four-time Preseason All-Big Ten member from Women’s Volleyball, and Joy Dunne, a national champion from Women’s Ice Hockey. Both shared their favorite beef recipes, showcasing how beef fuels performance and adds flavor to celebrations.

Scan to watch 2024 Highlights video

10K Race Day Packets

OBC was a presenting sponsor for The Ohio State University’s 4Miler race in 2024. Over 10,000 racers gathered around The Shoe to #FinishOnThe50. Beef was well represented as it was featured on all race materials, promotional pieces, and advertisements. OBC had a presence at the race site to hand out beef jerky, and recipes, and teach racers about the nutritional benefits of beef in an active lifestyle.

19K Emails into Ohio Schools

Through a partnership with the Ohio High School Athletic Association (OHSAA), OBC emailed 19,000 middle and high school principals, superintendents, athletic directors, coaches, and officials about beef’s nutritional benefits for students and student-athletes. OBC highlighted beef’s role in an active lifestyle with a nutrition message from Anne Gest and NIL athlete videos at the OHSAA Student Leadership Conference, where over 800 attendees learned to build strong character and leadership.

K-12 Resources

With the success of the Beef in the Classroom grant, OBC is working on creating a Beef Toolkit for Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) teachers to utilize in the coming school year. This resource will provide teachers with the information needed to utilize beef in the classroom for a variety of FCS courses. Be on the lookout for updates and links to share with your local schools.

DRIVING THE DEMAND FOR BEEF.

Producer Education and Resources

OBC, in partnership with Ohio State’s Meat Science Extension, hosted BEEF 509 to help producers bridge the gap from gate-to-plate. The course covered cattle evaluation, quality grading, carcass fabrication, and beef pricing, along with Beef Quality Assurance certification and an Ohio Beef Checkoff update. By providing these tools, OBC supports Ohio’s beef farmers in producing high-quality beef, ensuring a better eating experience and building consumer trust. OBC continues to update resources for producers.

Financial Report

Revenues Federal

Expenses

National

2024 Operating Committee

Erin Stickel, Bowling Green, Chairman

Becky Reed, Springfield, Vice Chairman

Stan Smith, Canal Winchester, Treasurer

Mandy Atterholt, Loudonville

Mark Goecke, Spencerville

Lou Ellen Harr, Jeromesville

Bret Layman, Johnstown

Em Mowrer, Barnesville

Jake Osborn, Lynchburg

Allan Robison, Cable

Ben Seibert, St. Mary’s

Bill Sexten, Washington C.H.

Susie Turner, Somerset

Kris Vincent, East Canton

Barb Watts, Alexandria

Elizabeth Harsh, Executive Director

Vote YES on Issue 2 - Keep Ohio Moving Forward

The Ohio Cattlemen’s Association endorses Issue 2 in the upcoming May 6 election. Issue 2 will renew a critical program —the State Capital Improvement Program, or SCIP — that strengthens our communities without raising taxes. The SCIP funds essential upgrades to local roads, bridges, water systems, and other critical infrastructure in all 88 Ohio counties.

Since 1987, this program has helped local communities ensure safe travel, good water, and strong local economies. Over the past decade alone, it has delivered $2.3 billion in funding to more than 1,000 local governments and supported 4,490 projects—all without a tax increase.

Issue 2 is an investment in Ohio’s future. It authorizes up to $250 million per year for 10 years in bonds, without raising taxes. The bonds are repaid using existing state dollars. These funds will allow local governments to tackle high-priority infrastructure needs and create an estimated 35,000 good-paying jobs across the state.

This funding is especially vital for rural and small communities, many of which lack the tax base to finance large-scale infrastructure projects on their own.

From improved emergency response times and safer roads to reliable water systems and economic development, Issue 2 delivers. It’s endorsed by a broad coalition of stakeholders from business, labor, public safety, and local government organizations across the state.

Voting YES on Issue 2 means continued progress, job creation, and public safety—without raising taxes.

Keep Ohio strong — vote YES on Issue 2 on Tuesday, May 6.

Learn more at Yes2BuildOhio.com

GOODBYE, FLIES. HELLO, BLUE.

Vitalix has various options for controlling the fly population on your operation. Flies are annoying to your animals, and to your pocketbook. Maintain herd health and maximize performance by keeping flies out of your bZZZZZness.

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BEEF BRIEFS

OHIO BEEF COUNCIL HOSTS BEEF 509 AT STOCKYARDS PACKING COMPANY IN OXFORD, OHIO

Over 30 beef producers from across the state gathered in Oxford, Ohio for BEEF 509 hosted by the Ohio Beef Council and the Ohio Cattlemen’s Foundation in partnership with the Stockyards Packing Company and The Ohio State University College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences Department of Animal Sciences.

The Beef Checkoff funded program provided producers with the opportunity to learn about value across the beef chain and the importance of producing consistent high-quality beef products.

The event included hands - on learning activities covering multiple beef industry topics including live carcass evaluations, beef carcass grading, grid pricing, Beef Quality Assurance, beef harvest demonstration and much more.

YOUNG CATTLEMEN’S CONFERENCE SCHEDULED FOR AUG. 7 - 9

Every summer, young Ohio cattlemen and women meet in Central Ohio for a three-day event. YCC features engaging educational opportunities designed to inform both beef industry leaders and cattle producers alike. The event offers industry insight and enhanced networking for attendees to take home and use to keep their own operations progressive and profitable.

Participants are challenged to think outside the box as they practice their public relations skills and learn beneficial ways to present their operations and the beef industry to consumers.

They will have the chance to visit the Ohio Statehouse and discuss current issues with elected officials, as well as learn more about the product they produce through a mini Beef 509 at The Ohio State University’s Department of Animal Sciences. To top it all off, attendees will take a behind-the-scenes tour of The Ohio State University’s football practice facility and enjoy networking with industry leaders. Who can attend?

YCC is open to any OCA member over the age of 20 who possesses great leadership potential and is active in their community. Counties are encouraged to nominate participants, but individuals may also self-nominate. Couples are also encouraged to attend.

What does the trip include?

The cost is $200 per person or $350 per couple. All meals, hotel stay and a t-shirt are included.

Nominations are now open and due July 1! Visit www.ohiocattle.org for more information.

SIGN UP FOR OHIO BEEF YOUTH COUNCIL UPDATES

Are you passionate about the Beef Industry? The Ohio Beef Youth Council is a group of like-minded individuals participating in various events to grow their knowledge of the beef industry, communication, and other leadership skills.

How to receive updates:

Simply scan the QR Code and fill out the interest form with your contact information.

A bimonthly newsletter will be sent with important updates, reminders, and event details. We can’t wait to see how you can help shape the future of the beef industry!

CALENDAR of EVENTS

APRIL

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PARTING SHOTS

OCA staff teamed up with Brutus Buckeye in The Ohio Department of Agriculture (ODA) supermarket showdown event to celebrate National Agriculture month. They raced through the Kroger store collecting Ohio Proud grocery products - all the items collected during the race were donated to the Plain City Food Pantry to help community members in need.

OCA and the Ohio Department of Agriculture partnered during Agriculture month to invite elected officials to the 2025 Ohio Beef Expo held in March. Attending were Governor Mike DeWine, Director Brian Baldridge, Congressman David Taylor, Attorney General Dave Yost, Secretary of State Frank LaRose, Senator Michele Reynolds, House Agriculture Committee Chair Rodney Creech, Minority Leader Allison Russo, Representatives Roy Klopfenstein, Joe Miller, Johnathan Newman, Juanita Brent, and Christine Cockley.

They were able to tour the Expo, visit with vendors and exhibitors and learn more about the beef industry. They also discussed agricultural priorities within the state operating budget.

OBC recently shot beef recipe videos with OSU track athlete, Noah Carmicheal for their sponsorship of The Ohio State University 4Miler race.