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Expo 2026

Official Publication of the Ohio Cattlemen’s Association

Features

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Industry Excellence Award - Don Jones

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Industry Service Award - Dean Cathann Kress

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Editorial

News & Notes Reference

On the Cover

Friend of the Expo Award

Ohio Beef Council 2026 Operating Committee

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Buckeye Cattlemen’s Summit a Success

OBYC Stockmanship Beef Cuts Contest Results

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OCA News & Views

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Harsh Realities

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The Ruff Review

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Buckeye Beef Bulletin

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NCBA News

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Beef Briefs

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NEW OCA Membership Recruitment

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OCA News

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Beef Checkoff News

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Ohio Beef Expo Schedule

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Allied Industry Council

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Calendar of Events

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Parting Shots

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Advertisers’ Index

Photo taken by Hannah Weymouth, Director of Communications & Managing Editor at the 2025 Ohio Beef Expo

Industry Excellence Award - Don Jones

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Industry Service Award - Dean Kress

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Ohio Cattleman

10600 U.S. Highway 42 Marysville, Ohio 43040 Phone 614-873-6736 • Fax 614-873-6835 www.ohiocattle.org cattle@ohiocattle.org Editor Elizabeth Harsh

OCA NEWS & VIEWS

At the Crossroads of Opportunity

By Lindsey Hall, OCA President

Managing Editor Hannah Weymouth

As I begin my term as president of the Ohio Cattlemen’s Association Board of Directors, I am both honored and humbled by the opportunity to serve — especially at a time when the beef industry stands at such an important crossroads.

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Ohio’s beef producers are resilient, innovative, and deeply committed to doing things the right way. We operate in an environment shaped by volatile markets, evolving consumer expectations, regulatory pressure, and generational transition— yet we continue to produce a safe, high-quality protein with pride and integrity. It is precisely because of these challenges and opportunities that I am excited about what lies ahead.

The Ohio Cattlemen’s Association has long been a strong and respected voice for our industry. From advocacy at the Statehouse and in Washington, D.C., to youth development, beef promotion, and grassroots engagement, OCA’s work matters—every single day. I want to be clear: this organization is only as strong as its members, and the success of OCA is rooted in the dedication of producers who believe in standing together.

During my tenure as president, my top priority is advocacy— ensuring Ohio’s beef producers are heard, represented, and protected. That means defending our ability to raise cattle responsibly, safeguarding our livelihoods, and proactively addressing issues before they become obstacles. It also means leaning into progress, not shying away from it.

I want an OCA membership to deliver real, tangible value.

Whether that is through stronger communication, expanded educational opportunities, leadership development, or new ways to engage the next generation, we must continually ask ourselves: How will we better serve our members? A progressive organization is one that listens, adapts, and leads with intention.

Just as importantly, I want every member to know that their concerns matter. No issue is too small, and no voice should go unheard. OCA exists to serve its members—not the other way around. My door is always open, and I sincerely invite you to reach out to me at any time with ideas, questions, or concerns. Honest dialogue is how we move forward together.

This next year will be defined by momentum, transparency, and engagement. We will build on OCA’s strong foundation while challenging ourselves to think bigger, act bolder, and ensure Ohio’s beef industry remains strong for generations to come.

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2026 OCA Officers

President • Lindsey Hall 937-763-8115, lindseycgrimes@gmail.com Vice President • Andy Lohr 419-569-3613, andylohr61@gmail.com Treasurer • Linde Sutherly 937-875-0670, linde@lindeslivestockphotos.com Past President • Mark Goecke 419-569-3613, goeckefarms@gmail.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 2028 937-539-1442, frankph@watchtv.net Jaymes Maciejewski District 1 New Bavaria • Term expires 2026 309-222-0850, jaymes.maciejewski@gmail.com Pat Waldock District 2 Bloomville • Term expires 2027 419-934-3036, plwaldock@ekova.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 Rogers District 9 Logan • Term expires 2028 740-591-7311, jrogers@reedbaur.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 Evan Wood • District 12 Gallipolis • Term expires 2028 740-645-4447, ejwood37@gmail.com

HARSH REALITIES

Lots to Celebrate

By Elizabeth Harsh, Ohio Cattleman Editor CattleCon 2026 was an opportunity for the cattle industry to come together to celebrate the unprecedented times we’re experiencing with record prices for cattle and beef. Records that reflect both historically low cattle numbers and consumer demand at a 40-year high. This extraordinary demand is the result of increasing the quality of the product we are producing because we listened to our consumers and responded to their expectations.

CattleFax shared that from 2005-2025 the percentage of fed cattle grading choice and prime has increased 51% and today represents an amazing 85% of the total fed cattle supply. Good times indeed, but again and again convention speakers cautioned against losing focus on what the industry has accomplished. Speakers also shared there are some signs of a slow expansion beginning that indicate we may be nearing cyclical highs, although experts believe long-term demand growth is not expected to be lost as beef quality continues to improve. The bottom-line is despite ongoing volatility, the long-term outlook remains positive supporting continued profitability for cow-calf producers.

CattleCon was also the beef industry’s first opportunity to jointly celebrate the new Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGA) that essentially said what we’ve known all along, beef is an important part of a healthy diet. Released Jan. 7 by the U.S. Departments of Health and Human Services and Agriculture, these guidelines include a recommendation to nearly double daily protein intake, depending on age and individual requirements. The DGA took the Food Pyramid and flipped it on its head in the new visual aid, emphasizing meat, fruit, and vegetables, instead of grains.

If you are not familiar with the process, DGA must be released every five years. They form the basis for foods offered in federal feeding and food assistance programs, schools, hospitals, military troops, and similar institutions.

Other recommendations in the DGAs include incorporating beef tallow and other healthy fats into the cooking process; using healthier cooking methods like baking, broiling, roasting, stir-frying or grilling, all of which can be used with the wide variety of retail beef cuts; and introducing nutrient-dense foods like meat during infancy and early childhood to support growing children. What’s not to like?

But did you know that throughout the DGA process, your Beef Checkoff provided 17 sets of written public comments and two oral public comments? These comments summarized the science identified in checkoff-funded human nutrition research supporting beef ’s role in healthy diets.

Back home Ohio has lots to celebrate as well. The inaugural Buckeye Cattlemen’s Summit held in Wooster was a tremendous success. Thanks to all who helped plan, attend and sponsor the Summit and congratulations to the many award winners. OCA and its partners have a lot of success to build on for the 2027 Summit.

This issue contains all the information on the upcoming Ohio Beef Expo, March 19-22, the state’s annual celebration of the beef cattle industry. If recent sale averages from across the country and OCA BEST junior show participation numbers are good indicators, then the Beef Expo should be another great one! Remember, the sold-out trade show now opens at 12 noon on Thursday and will end that evening with the Expo’s Social, open to all, that has been moved to the trade show floor. Hope to see you there!

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THE RUFF REVIEW

Bulls: Decade Long Decision

By Garth Ruff, Beef Cattle Field Specialist, OSU Extension Last time I wrote for the Ohio Cattleman there was some uncertainty following comments by the Trump administration on lowering the cost of beef and talk of increasing Argentinean beef imports. The volatility as a direct result will make a good case study on the value of risk management strategies. Good news is the market has rebounded and short-term live cattle futures have rebounded within $10 of trading highs back in October.

Fed cattle supply is still the limiting factor, driving prices combined with strong demand for beef at the retail level. The quarterly cattle on feed report showed fewer cattle in feedlots than in January 2025, the January 1st cows and calves inventory report has yet to come out, but as the December Cattle on Feed Report noted fewer heifers in feedlots, indicating some mild heifer retention. As heifers are retained for breeding, supply strain in the feedyard will further persist.

As we think about the upcoming breeding season, buying quality bulls from proven genetics should be a goal to improve the genetic base and production of the cow herd. Keep in mind a bad bull purchase can set a herd back a decade if they are developing their own replacement females.

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I’ve said many times that there is a difference between a herd sire and a cow settler. What are those differences? Known genetics; pedigree, EPD’s, and genomic testing. Each added level of genetic information adds accuracy and value to predicting progeny performance. In 2026, I would be hard pressed to purchase a bull without genomic enhanced EPD’s. Genomic testing further increases the accuracy of a given EPD, taking the place of multiple progeny data depending on the trait.

An added benefit of genomic testing is that in some cases it can be used to determine bull development decisions for a seedstock producer. I have seen bull calves that have a great set of initial EPD’s, they have good conformation, but after a genomic test the genomic enhanced EPD’s are nowhere near as good, and those calves have been steered.

The use of genomics has likely prevented some buyer’s remorse in recent years.

How is a bull a decade long decision? If I buy a bull in 2026 his genetic timeline looks something like this.

2026 – Buy Bull 2027 – First Calves Born 2028 – First Heifer Crop Bred

How much is a bull worth? Old rules of thumb suggest the value of five feeder calves or three fed cattle.

I’ll let you do the math. Long story short, don’t skimp on a bull. Fed cattle are worth north of $3,000 in most cases. Cheap bulls are cheap for a reason.

This time last year we were looking at record profitability across the cow-calf sector and hopefully investments were made in herd improvement and business operations. Investing in genetics, facilities, and improving management are always good practices during times of profitability. Setting the tone for the future of the farm (and paying down debt) is key for sustaining the operation in the long term.

Things appear to be back on track after some volatility in late 2025. Think about how to invest in genetics, and have a plan should for any reason this market break stride. Hope to see many of you at the 2026 Ohio Beef Expo and as always Eat Beef.

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Managing First-Calf Heifers: Setting 2-Year-Old Cows Up for Success

By Haley Linder, Ph.D; Assistant Professor, OSU Dept of Animal Sciences

Our expectations of first-calf heifers are high. We ask a 2-year-old cow to calve for the first time, rebreed on time to maintain a 365-day calving interval, and continue growing all at the same time. On top of that, there is significant financial pressure on this animal. She has not yet generated income in the form of a weaned calf, and every input to this point has been an investment.

First-calf heifers are typically the highest-need animals in the herd. The question producers should be asking is: are they getting the attention they deserve?

Nutrient requirements for a 2-year-old cow are greater than those of a mature cow because she is still undergoing structural growth.

At the same time, lactation places a substantial demand on energy and nutrients. Milk production pulls nutrients away from the cow to support calf growth, and when resources are limited, the cow must prioritize where nutrients are allocated.

Cattle follow a biological hierarchy for nutrient use. Maintenance and lactation come first, followed by growth, with reproduction at the bottom of the list. If a first-calf heifer cannot meet her nutritional requirements for maintenance, milk production, and continued growth, reproductive performance will suffer.

This often shows up as delayed estrus, lower conception rates, or failure to rebreed altogether.

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to rebreed. Because reproduction sits low on the nutrient priority list, body condition at calving and during early lactation plays a major role in determining how quickly a heifer resumes estrous cycles.

For first-calf heifers, a BCS of 6.0 at calving is the target. This slightly higher condition compared to mature cows helps buffer the heifer against the energy demands of early lactation and continued growth. Heifers that calve too thin have limited reserves to draw from and are more likely to lose additional condition after calving.

By the start of the breeding season, first-calf heifers should ideally be at BCS 5.0 or greater. Heifers below this threshold often experience delayed return to estrus, reduced conception rates, or require additional time and expense to get bred.

It is important to remember that it is far easier and cheaper to maintain condition than to rebuild it, especially during early lactation when nutrient demands are at their peak.

When first-calf heifers enter the breeding season thin or actively losing condition, nutritional intervention is needed quickly. The goal is not rapid weight gain, but rather to slow or stop condition loss and improve energy balance.

1. Evaluate Forage Quality and Intake Spring forage may look abundant, but energy intake can still be limiting, particularly early in the grazing season when forage is immature and intake is restricted. Testing hay or pasture can help identify whether energy or protein is limiting performance. Thin heifers often need more energy, not just more protein.

2. Prioritize Energy Supplementation Energy is typically the first limiting nutrient for lactating, growing heifers.

Supplement options may include: • Corn or other cereal grains • Byproduct feeds such as distillers grains, soy hulls, or corn gluten feed • Energy-dense commercial supplements The most effective supplements are those that increase total dietary energy without significantly reducing forage intake.

3. Separate Management Pays Off Managing first-calf heifers separately allows producers to: • Reduce social and feed competition • Provide supplements more consistently • Monitor body condition more closely This targeted approach is often one of the most cost-effective management tools for improving reproductive success in young cows.

Bottom Line First-calf heifers operate with little margin for error. They are growing, lactating, and expected to rebreed.

Maintaining adequate body condition through calving and into the breeding season is one of the strongest predictors of success. Strategic nutritional management, especially for thin heifers, can pay dividends through improved conception rates, tighter calving intervals, and greater lifetime productivity.

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INDUSTRY EXCELLENCE AWARD Story by Amy Beth Graves

Don Jones

FROM AG CLASSROOM TO STATEWIDE LEADERSHIP, DON JONES ADVOCATES FOR OHIO’S FARMERS Don Jones was frustrated during his last years as an agricultural education teacher at Harrison Central High School. He was spending countless hours on tasks that felt disconnected from the needs of his students. Tired of what he called “busy work,” he decided to do something about it. He wanted to know who was making these decisions at the state level and why.

That frustration helped propel him toward a career in public policy.

“I left the classroom to go and find out who was making the policies that I had to adhere to as a teacher. I was doing things that had no effect on my students and it wasn’t making me a better teacher,” Don said. “I was tired of relying on someone else to do what needed to be done.”

Don went on to be elected to the Ohio House of Representatives and represented the 95th district from 2019 to 2025. He was chairman of the House Agriculture Committee and also served on the Primary and Secondary Education, Finance and Natural Resource committees. Last June the Trump administration appointed him state executive director of the USDA Farm Service Agency in Ohio.

“I was tired of relying on someone else to do what needed to be done for the betterment of the ag industry and my profession. I stepped out of my comfort zone.

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I’d never run for political office and now I’m the executive director of the state’s FSA,” he said. “The staff that I work with, and not just in Columbus but across the state, are thankful that I have an agricultural background.”

Don’s rise in Ohio’s agricultural leadership has been steady and grounded in service. His path to becoming a leader began on the family farm, in the ag‑education classroom and among the small communities of eastern Ohio he continues to represent so passionately.

“We’ve got a generation of young people now that don’t have a relationship with somebody that has a farm or lives on one. It’s more important than ever to teach young people about where our food comes from and how it’s produced,” he said.

Don grew up on a farm in Harrison County where his family’s roots run deep. Alongside his twin brother, Jon, and his parents, John and Pauline, he helped start D&J Sales and Service in 1989 when he was a senior in high school. Today, the dealership provides several major full lines of equipment to producers in Ohio and neighboring states. “We started from scratch in our old farm shop. We’ve grown literally from the ground up,” he said.

For 23 years, Don taught ag education and advised FFA students

before shifting his career to public office, which he describes as both rewarding and challenging. A message he shares with fellow farmers is constant and consistent: share your story with lawmakers.

“It’s very, very important because a lot of my colleagues don’t know about the ag industry,” he said.

“They need to hear the story from the people who actually live that life.”

Don emphasizes that if farmers don’t speak for themselves, others will and often inaccurately. “If we don’t tell our story, someone else is going to tell it for us, and it may not be accurate,” he said.

As a state representative, Don was committed to making sure agriculture was represented fairly and accurately. During his tenure, he championed a series of agriculture‑focused initiatives that delivered direct and tangible support to Ohio producers. One of the most impactful for him was getting financial relief for farmers after the 2024 drought.

“The timing was great because it was after the drought was over and they were still buying hay,” he said. “We were able to secure $10 million that went to farmers in 28 counties in southeastern Ohio.”

Don also worked on funding to provide the state’s meat processing plants with expansion opportu-

nities, which totaled about $42 million for smaller facilities in need of upgrades.

“We found during the pandemic you couldn’t get into a slaughter facility,” he said. “Those small mom‑and‑pop shops needed equipment. It was really hard to upgrade when you’re running on a tight budget and the cost of everything keeps going up.”

Don helped modernize and strengthen Ohio’s county and independent fairs during his first term. He led an overhaul of the outdated “red book,” the statewide guide that outlines what fairs can and cannot do. The guide hadn’t been updated since the 1950s. He helped secure funding for fairs, enabling long‑needed infrastructure improvements on fairgrounds that

had struggled for decades to keep up with costs.

“Our county fairgrounds are the fabric of a lot of our communities, and they’ve been neglected for so long,” he said.

Don has long been active in his community, serving as chairman of the Harrison County Soil and Water Conservation District, president of the Agricultural Society/Fair Board and on the South Central Power Foundation.

He works long hours away from home but still finds the time to manage a 20–30 head cow‑calf operation at his home in Freeport.

Working with the cows and on the farm is what keeps him grounded.

“The day‑to‑day is all on me,” he said. “I’ll go home, change clothes,

go jump in the tractor and go take care of my cows.”

Don was surprised to learn that he received the Ohio Cattlemen’s Industry Excellence award.

“I don’t do what I do expecting any accolades, but I appreciate it.

I am honored,” he said. “I look at some of the folks that have had that award before and to be in that company is very humbling. I’m very thankful for all the opportunities I’ve been afforded and I want to make the most of them. I don’t want anyone to ever say that I didn’t do my job because getting these jobs are an honor, and I want to set that bar high for the next person so our industry continues to do well.”

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OCA NEWS

OCA ELECTS 2026 OFFICERS The Ohio Cattlemen’s Association (OCA) board of directors recently elected officers for 2026

The 2026 officers and executive committee are as follows: president – Lindsey Hall, Highland County; vice president – Andy Lohr, Crawford County; treasurer - Linde Sutherly, Clark County; member at-large – Frank Phelps, Logan County; past president – Mark Goecke, Allen County.

The Ohio Cattlemen’s Foundation also elected new officers. Those officers are: president - Mark Goecke, Allen County; vice president - Jaymes Maciejewski, Henry County; secretarytreasurer - Elizabeth Harsh, OCA Executive Director OCA congratulates the newly elected directors: Jim Rogers, Hocking

County, representing District 9, and Evan Wood, Gallia County, representing District 12.

Also, at the reorganizational meeting, retiring directors Jim Jepsen, Director 9, and Dale Taylor, District 12, were recognized for their years of service and dedication to the association and beef industry.

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DRIVING THE DEMAND FOR BEEF

Investing in Beef Promotion, Nutrition, Education & Research 2025 YEAR IN REVIEW: CELEBRATING OHIO BEEF

In 2025, the Ohio Beef Council (OBC) continued its work on behalf of Ohio’s beef producers by investing Beef Checkoff dollars in programs designed to strengthen beef demand, build consumer confidence, and communicate how beef is responsibly raised in Ohio.

Throughout the year, Checkofffunded efforts focused on sharing accurate, science-based information about beef nutrition, animal care, and sustainability through strategic partnerships, digital and social media campaigns, retail and foodservice promotion, and handson educational outreach. These initiatives helped connect with consumers, retailers, educators, influencers, and community leaders across the state.

Watch the 2025 Year in Review at ohiobeef.org or on the @ OhioBeefCouncil YouTube channel to see how Beef Checkoff investments helped turn opportunities into momentum and continued to advance Ohio beef throughout the state.

SUPPORTING NUTRITION MESSAGING WITH SCIENCEBASED GUIDANCE

As consumers look to continue the new year with healthier habits, the Council continues to provide science-based nutrition resources that highlight beef ’s role in balanced, sustainable meals. In the New Year, New Meals feature

on OhioBeef.org, Manager of Nutrition Education Programs Anna Gest, MS, RDN, LD, encourages a positive approach to healthy eating by focusing on what to add to the plate—not what to eliminate.

The article emphasizes building meals with high-quality protein, fiber-rich foods, and vegetables to support energy, satiety, and longterm wellness. Beef is highlighted as a nutrient-dense protein, providing 10 essential nutrients in a 3-ounce cooked serving and helping consumers create satisfying, well-balanced meals.

This type of Checkoff-supported nutrition content helps reinforce consumer confidence in beef, positioning it as a wholesome, practical choice that fits modern health goals.

Read the full article at OhioBeef. org

CONNECTING CLASSROOMS TO CAREERS IN AGRICULTURE

Preparing students for tomorrow’s workforce starts with showing them what real careers look like today. Through a partnership between the OBC and the Ohio Soybean Council, the new Careers in Agriculture video series helps Ohio educators bring agriculture into the classroom in a meaningful, hands-on way.

This program includes a complete lesson plan and downloadable worksheets that connect classroom learning to real-world agriculture, helping students better understand

how careers in beef production, science, and business contribute to a strong, sustainable industry.

Access the full lesson plan and worksheets: ohiobeef.org/ education/classroom-resources/agclassroom

E-COMMERCE EFFORTS DELIVER MILLIONS IN BEEF SALES FOR OHIO

In partnership with the Beef Checkoff, OBC extended two national Beef. It’s What’s for Dinner. e-commerce campaigns statewide throughout 2025, bringing high-impact, consumerfocused messaging directly to Ohio shoppers. By collaborating with national retail partners, the campaigns connected consumers with beef at the point of purchase, driving measurable sales and reinforcing beef ’s value and versatility.

Collectively, these efforts drove $348 million in attributable beef sales nationwide, including more than $6 million in traceable beef sales occurring here in Ohio— demonstrating the strength of coordinated national and statelevel promotion and its direct benefit to Ohio’s beef industry.

The Ohio Beef Council and the Cattlemen’s Beef Promotion and Research Board are responsible for developing programs that increase the demand for beef. For more information, contact Ohio Beef Council staff Kelly Keirn, kkeirn@ohiobeef.org or Anna Gest, agest@ohiobeef.org or visit www.ohiobeef.org.

Ohio Beef Council Operating Committee: Becky Reed, Springfield, Chairman • Ben Seibert, St. Marys, Vice Chairman • Susie Turner, Somerset, Treasurer • Jake Osborn, Lynchburg. Federation Checkoff Director Mandy Atterholt, Loudonville • Emily Chester, Oregonia • Kim Davis, Carrollton • Mark Goecke, Spencerville • Lou Ellen Harr, Jeromesville • Rose Hartschuh, Sycamore Shelly Dee Jepsen, Amanda • Em Mowrer, Barnesville • Ben Klick, Navarre • Bill Sexten, Washington Court House• Eric Stickel, Bowling Green • Elizabeth Harsh, Executive Director

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Tuesday Move in and other Ohio Beef Expo updates for 2026 see the Show Program!

THURSDAY, MARCH 19

8 a.m. - 9 a.m. Judging Contest Check-in & Packet Pick-up, Coliseum 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. Trade Show set up 9 a.m.

Breeds Check-in Begins, Breeds Building 10 a.m.

Judging Contest Begins, Coliseum 10 a.m.

Arrival deadline for all breeds selling Saturday, March 21 and others 12 - 6 p.m.

Trade Show Open, Voinovich Building 1 p.m.

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Farm Credit - Cattlemen’s Learning Center, Voinovich Building First Defense - Cattlemen’s Learning Center, Voinovich Building

Judging Contest Awards, Coliseum Junior Show Check-in, Gilligan Complex The Social, Ohio Expo Center

FRIDAY, MARCH 20

8 - 11 a.m.

Junior Show Check-in, Gilligan Complex

8:30 a.m. - 6 p.m Trade Show Open, Voinovich Building

9 a.m.

Mini Hereford Show, Cooper Arena 9:30 a.m.

Youth Beef Quality Assurance, Coliseum 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Genetic Pathway Open, Breeds Building 11 a.m.

Junior Showmanship, Coliseum - 2 rings 11 a.m.

Online Feeder Cattle Sale, Voinovich Building 11:30 a.m.

Shorthorn Parade, Cooper Arena 12:30 p.m.

Hereford Parade, Cooper Arena 1 p.m.

Murray Grey Show, Breeds Building 2 p.m.

Angus Parade, Cooper Arena 4 p.m.

Aberdeen Angus Sale, Voinovich Building 4: 30 - 5:30 p.m. Cowboy Happy Hour, Voinovich Building 5 p.m.

Shorthorn Sale, Voinovich Building 5 - 6 p.m.

Junior Show Check-in, Gilligan Complex

SATURDAY, MARCH 21

8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Junior Market Animal & BBS Show, Coliseum

8:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.Trade Show Open, Voinovich Building

9 a.m.

Mini Herefords Sale, Voinovich Building 10 a.m.

Hereford Sale, Voinovich Building 10 - 11 a.m.

Junior Show Check-in, (Heifers Only), Gilligan Complex 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Genetic Pathway Open, Breeds Building 11:30 a.m.

Simmental Sale, Voinovich Building 2 p.m.

Angus Sale, Voinovich Building 3:30 p.m.

Maine Anjou Sale, Voinovich Building 4 - 5 p.m.

Cowboy Happy Hour, Voinovich Building 6 p.m. deadline Junior Show Check-in for Expo Sale Heifers,Gilligan Complex

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8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Junior Heifer Show & BBS Show, Coliseum 8:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.Trade Show Open, Voinovich Building

Weaver Livestock and the Ohio Cattlemen’s Association (OCA) have shared a strong and enduring partnership since the inception of Weaver’s Livestock division in 2011. Over the past decade and a half, Weaver Livestock has remained deeply engaged with OCA through multiple avenues, most notably its involvement in the Beef Exhibitor Show Total (BEST) Program, which includes the Ohio Beef Expo junior show. Weaver’s ongoing support has been instrumental to the success of the Expo as a whole, with particular impact on the junior shows.

FRIEND OF THE

EXPO

Throughout this long-standing relationship, several Weaver Livestock employees, including Lisa Shearer, who helped start Weaver Livestock, have contributed to the relationship, but one individual has remained a consistent and close presence with OCA: Angela Kain, Livestock Account Manager. Kain has become a familiar face at the Ohio Beef Expo, playing a key role in strengthening the partnership and enhancing the exhibitor experience year after year.

The roots of Weaver Livestock trace back more than five decades. In 1973, Harry Weaver began a small operation in Mount Hope, Ohio, working out of his garage under the name Fryburg Shoe Shop. The product that ultimately propelled the company into the livestock industry spotlight was the round dairy beef show halter—an innovation that helped establish Weaver Leather as a trusted and recognizable name.

In 2010, the company expanded into seven distinct divisions, officially launching Weaver Livestock. Today, Weaver Livestock specializes in equipment and supplies for the four major livestock species—swine, sheep, goats, and cattle—with products manufactured at the company’s original Mount Hope location.

For more than 16 years, Weaver Livestock has made junior exhibitors and their families a top priority at the Ohio Beef Expo. From the moment exhibitors check in, Weaver’s presence is felt. Each junior exhibitor receives a complimentary gift— such as a comb, adhesive, or sheen—designed to support them in the show ring.

Weaver also provides complimentary services to exhibitors, such as soap stations at every wash rack, allowing exhibitors to fill their foamers at no cost.

Education is another cornerstone of Weaver’s involvement at the Expo. Weaver has previously hosted fitting clinics and live demonstrations during the Expo, offering hands-on learning opportunities for youth exhibitors. In addition, Weaver Livestock maintains a strong presence in the indoor trade show, showcasing equipment and show supplies and launching new products for junior exhibitors, breeders, and industry professionals alike.

Kain emphasizes that Weaver Livestock’s commitment to events like the Ohio Beef Expo is rooted in their belief that youth in agriculture represent the future of the industry—and the nation. The Expo provides a unique platform to reach a large audience of young people, helping them recognize their role as the next generation of agricultural leaders.

“The Ohio Beef Expo is one of the best agricultural events out there,” Kain said.

“It’s top of the line—the way it’s run, the way it’s set up, and the variety of beef industry sectors that are highlighted. From breeders selling cattle, to companies showcasing products in the trade show, to junior exhibitors showing cattle, it creates an outstanding experience that draws people in and encourages them to learn more about the entire beef industry.”

FRIEND OF THE

EXPO

Ferguson Cattle Company and the Ohio Cattlemen’s Association (OCA) share a long-standing close relationship with a deep commitment to the Ohio Beef Expo. Several members of the Ferguson team contribute to the Expo’s success, most notably owner John Ferguson and his daughter, manager Lindsey Rowland, whose involvement has been pivotal over the years. Ferguson currently serves on the OCA Board of Directors, and the operation is especially active within the Ohio Beef Expo, where their consistent support has played an important role in the event’s continued success.

Ferguson Cattle Company maintains approximately 400 head of Simmental and Angus cattle. Much of the operation’s marketing centers on its annual Rare Vintage Production Sale, where the goal is to market around 50 head of bred heifers along with a select group of open heifers. The operation takes pride in producing sound, functional cattle and providing proven genetics that help advance the beef industry.

The operation’s involvement with the Ohio Beef Expo dates back to the early 2000s, when Ferguson’s daughters, Lindsey and Christen, showed cattle in the Junior Show. In 2002, Ferguson Cattle Company began consigning seedstock cattle to the Expo sales, initially with Maine-Anjou genetics. A milestone was achieved in 2005 when the operation sold the high-selling Maine-Anjou bull. Over time, the program transitioned to Simmental and Angus genetics and became one of the first breeders to sell a Percentage Simmental bull at the Expo. Since then, Ferguson Cattle Company has consistently participated on a large scale in the Ohio Beef Expo breed sales.

Ferguson Cattle Company also supports the Ohio Beef Expo through participation in the Social & PAC Auction, donating and purchasing items each year. Additionally, one of Ferguson’s other business ventures, ForMasters, manufacturers of high quality cattle equipment, exhibits in the Expo trade show.

Ferguson emphasizes the lasting impact the Ohio Beef Expo has had on their operation and on the entire Ohio seedstock industry. He explains that the Expo has become a key part of Ferguson Cattle Company’s annual schedule and an important way to market cattle. Rowland also describes the Expo as a valuable opportunity to connect with breeders and to see cattle exhibited or genetics consigned to sales that trace back to their program.

“The Ohio Beef Expo is an essential part of our operation. We rely on the seedstock sales as a way to promote our operation, and we feel the Ohio Beef Expo is a place for us to showcase our genetics to producers from across the country. We are proud to be a part of it,” said Ferguson, owner of Ferguson Cattle Company.

FRIEND OF THE

EXPO

Sullivan Supply and the Ohio Cattlemen’s Association (OCA) have maintained a strong partnership since the establishment of Sullivan Supply’s Ohio branch. Through this partnership, Sullivan Supply is involved in several OCA events, most notably the Ohio Beef Expo.

Their continued support has played a meaningful role in the success and growth of the Expo. While many individuals contribute to that connection, Katie Cull, Show & Site Manager for Sullivan Supply Ohio, has been especially instrumental.

Sullivan Supply is a family-owned livestock supply company founded

by John Sullivan and his family in his garage in Dunlap, Iowa. Since its inception, the company has expanded to include five additional locations, including the Ohio branch in Hillsboro. Sullivan Supply is widely recognized by its white trucks and red trailers traveling to livestock shows across the state, providing exhibitors with quality equipment and show supplies. In addition to on-site service, Sullivan Supply offers products by phone, online, and through an extensive dealer network. The company also provides complimentary educational programming, including The Pulse, an online source of livestock news and results, along with a scholarship program supporting youth in the beef industry nationwide.

At the Ohio Beef Expo, Sullivan Supply has a strong presence in the trade show, offering an extended line of livestock equipment and supplies for all species, not only cattle. Prior to March 2018, the Ohio location operated as Ohio Valley Show Supply before transitioning to the Sullivan Supply brand. In addition to its trade show presence, Sullivan Supply has supported the Expo through exhibitor giveaways and as a key partner in the junior show.

Cull emphasizes that the Ohio Beef Expo is a vital opportunity for Sullivan Supply to connect with livestock enthusiasts across all species and strengthen relationships with both new and returning customers.

“The Ohio Beef Expo is our one-stop shop of the year, where we can connect with people from Ohio and surrounding areas for all their livestock species needs. That’s what is cool about the event — even though it’s the Beef Expo, it pulls a little bit of everything and everyone and allows us to connect with all of them in one space.” — Cull, Sullivan Supply Ohio Show & Site Manager

NCBA NEWS

CATTLEFAX OUTLOOK SIGNALS CATTLE CYCLE TURNING AS STRONG DEMAND MEETS TIGHT SUPPLIES IN 2026 The popular CattleFax Outlook Seminar, held as part of CattleCon 2026 in Nashville, Tennessee, shared expert market and weather analysis for the 2026 year.

“The U.S. cattle and beef industry enters 2026 with strong but volatile market conditions, as historically tight cattle supplies, record-setting beef demand, and elevated policy and weather uncertainty continue to support prices, even as markets appear to near cyclical highs. Tight inventories and exceptional demand remain the dominant forces shaping the market; however, producer demographics, high input costs, and policy uncertainty point to a slow and measured expansion phase,” said Mike Murphy, CattleFax chief operating officer.

Weather Outlook: Transition Brings Risk La Niña continues to weaken and is expected to dissipate by March, with a transitional phase most likely through spring and early summer. “We’re watching a classic transition year unfold,” said Matt Makens atmospheric scientist. “Even as the ocean changes, the atmosphere typically takes four to eight weeks to respond, so weather impacts will lag.”

In the near term, drought risks remain elevated across the Southern U.S. and Central Plains, with a 70% chance of intensification, especially south of I-70 and west of I-35.

Spring’s neutral setup may help moisture distribute more evenly, though lingering La Niña effects could still limit precipitation west of I-35. Summer outcomes hinge on how quickly a potential El Niño develops. A fast forming El Niño could deepen drought in corn growing regions while increasing precipitation in the West, whereas slower development may support more balanced moisture. By fall, El Niño becomes increasingly likely, though global climate factors could still alter its typical impacts. “El Niño isn’t a guarantee of rain for everyone,” Makens said. “Other global patterns can amplify or mute its influence, so close monitoring remains essential.”

Economic, Energy, and Feed Grain Outlook Shifting the discussion to an outlook on the economy, energy and feed grains, Troy Bockelmann, CattleFax director of protein and grain analysis, noted that inflation continued to moderate in 2025, ending the year at 2.7% CPI growth and spending

most of the year below 3%, the lowest since 2020-2021. With inflation relatively low, the U.S. Federal Reserve lowered interest rates in 2025, finishing the year with the Prime Rate just below 7%, which is still relatively high relative to the 3% level seen from 2009 to 2021.

“After several years of navigating economic turbulence, the U.S. is finally entering 2026 with a macro-economic foundation that feels steady and more predictable,” said Troy Bockelmann. “Moderating inflation, improving monetary policy, and strong consumer spending are reinforcing the sense of stability across the industries we serve.”

U.S. corn production reached a record 186.5 bu/acre in 2025, driving total output to 17 billion bushels from 98.8 million planted acres. Competitive prices and ample supply are expected to boost exports in 2026. With a 13.6% stocks‑to‑use ratio, corn prices should stay in the $4–$5/bu range.

CattleFax shared that U.S. hay production increased slightly in 2025 to about 123 million tons. Hay prices are expected to average around $145/ton in 2026. On the energy front, Bockelmann said that energy supply should remain adequate, keeping prices low and rangebound for diesel, natural gas and oil. When taking a look at competing proteins, pork and poultry markets are expected to see modest growth in 2026.

Cattle Markets: Strong Fundamentals, Shifting Dynamics Kevin Good, vice president of market analysis at CattleFax, reported the U.S. beef cow herd decreased 280,000, while dairy cow inventories increased by 190,000 head.

Cattle availability will remain constrained in the first half of 2026 due to limited feeder cattle supplies. Fed slaughter is projected to decline by 600,000 head, primarily early in the year, and non-fed slaughter is expected to remain historically tight at 5.6 million head. Total commercial beef production is projected to decline again in 2026, albeit at a slower pace than in 2025. With imports up 5% and exports down 5%, U.S. per-capita beef supplies are forecast 0.2 lbs. larger in 2026 to 59.2 lbs., the largest since 2010.

Retail beef demand remained historically strong in 2025, with record retail prices supported by steady consumption and exceptional product quality. Consumer

preferences continue to favor high-protein, nutrient-dense foods, reinforcing demand even as higher prices move through the supply chain.

“With 84% of fed cattle grading Choice or higher and 12% grading Prime, the industry is well positioned to sustain premium pricing,” Good noted. “Beef demand continues to be anchored by exceptional quality and strong consumer confidence in beef as a premium protein. Even as markets adjust and trade flows shift, the fundamentals supporting long-term beef demand remain solid.”

Price Outlook for 2026 Cattle and beef prices are forecast to average steady to higher in 2026, with risk increasing later in the year as markets anticipate larger supplies in 2027.

Cow-calf producers are expected to retain the strongest leverage as the cycle turns, supporting continued profitability for several more years. CattleFax forecast the average 2026 fed steer price at $224/cwt., steady from 2025. All cattle classes are expected to trade higher, with 800-lb. steer prices expected to average $335/cwt., and 550-lb. steer prices averaging $440/cwt. Utility cows are expected to average $155/cwt., with bred cows at an average of $4,000/cwt.

2025 USDA All-Fresh Retail Beef prices are expected to average $9.25/pound, however, the continued increase in retail prices has CattleFax predicting consumer resistance to further price increases, even as demand is supported by a strong economy, beef quality and dietary focus on protein.

“As we look ahead, several factors will shape the trajectory of the beef industry. The potential threat of New World Screwworm and the status of Mexican feeder cattle imports is something we’re watching closely,” Murphy said. “At the same time, shifts in packing capacity are rebalancing market leverage. Finally, the dairy industry will continue to be a growth industry supplying more cattle to the beef industry, following strong financial performance in 2025.”

Despite near-term volatility, the longterm outlook remains positive. Strong domestic demand, improving beef quality, and sufficient packing capacity are expected to continue supporting profitability for the cow-calf sector as the industry moves into the next phase of the cattle cycle.

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INDUSTRY SERVICE AWARD

Dean Cathann Kress Story by Amy Beth Graves

SHAPED BY SERVICE: KRESS CHAMPIONS COMMUNITY, AGRICULTURE AND THE NEXT GENERATION OF LEADERS Cathann Kress has long held the belief that service is not simply work but a way of life. And it’s how she’s lived her life starting when she was young traveling the world with her Air Force parents and later living on a farm to her current position as vice president for agricultural administration and dean of the College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES) at The Ohio State University.

“I really feel like a lot of who I am was very strongly shaped by that understanding of service, of really coming to understand there are things that are bigger than us and that we can be part of them,” she said.

Dean Kress’s understanding of service, community and hard work came sharply into focus at age 12 when she moved to Iowa to live with a Mennonite family. The rural setting was completely different than that

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of the Middle East and Brazil where she had previously lived. She was now living in a farming community where everyone pitched in to help. She baled hay, raised livestock and threw herself into 4‑H, raising sheep and participating in public speaking.

She described 4‑H as a powerful youth development model that brings together different age groups.

“I love that 4‑H is age inclusive,” she said. “It stretches you in ways that are unique… maybe you’re the 13‑year‑old looking up to the 17‑year‑old or listening to an adult who isn’t your parent. It impacts you.”

Her love for 4‑H eventually became part of her professional life. At the U.S. Department of Agriculture, she served as national director of 4‑H and championed programs for military children. Before coming to Ohio State in 2017, she was vice president for extension and outreach and director

of cooperative extension at Iowa State University, a $100 million operation.

Her appointment as the first female dean of CFAES came with a learning curve and scrutiny.

“In my first year I held town halls throughout the state,” she said. “It was not uncommon for people to raise concerns about the fact that I was a woman. One alum said he didn’t think that as a woman I’d be up to the challenge.”

Her response? “I told him, ‘I’ll come back in a year and let’s talk then.’” A year later, he apologized.

Challenges haven’t deterred Dean Kress. Instead, they affirmed her belief in meeting with people and finding ways to work together.

“I think that we can figure out ways to help bring people along in their perspectives and help them grow.

I’m really pleased that I’ve had the

opportunity to do that with some of the people I work with,” she said.

Dean Kress said one of her biggest supporters when she started at Ohio State was the Ohio Cattlemen’s Association.

“There were all kinds of reasons to question whether I was someone who could do the job or not but what I found right away with the cattlemen’s was that their response was ‘Well, you are our dean so let’s go.’ And that’s how they have been in working with me throughout the years, and I’ve really appreciated that,” she said.

Dean Kress praised OCA’s BEST program for keeping youths active and interested in cattle and the ag industry as well as supporting Ohio State’s efforts to educate students and the public about the importance of agriculture.

“Very early on it was clear to me that the Ohio Cattlemen’s really wanted to prepare our young people who are coming into the cattle industry and agriculture because the world they’re coming into is not the world that a lot of us were in when we started,” she said. “I feel like they are very committed to the overall success of our college.”

A showcase of that partnership is the Dean’s Charity Steer Show. Dean Kress helped come up with the idea for the event, which pairs celebrity exhibitors with 4‑H youth and cattle.

Started in 2019, the event has raised thousands of dollars for the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Ohio.

“I was excited about the event because it allowed me to celebrate in one day the things that matter so much to me: agriculture, community and the unspoken heroes – the parents and leaders in communities who often do a lot of hard work and often don’t get recognized,” she said. “And then of course celebrating our young people and getting to showcase our 4-H program and supporting families and children in need at the Ronald McDonald House.”

During her tenure at Ohio State, she’s watched the transformation of the Waterman Agricultural and Natural Resources Laboratory, a research and teaching hub on the Columbus campus. She sees Waterman not only as prime real estate for scientific advancement but a way for the public to see the intricacies of modern agriculture.

“It’s 261 acres of learning laboratories and state‑of‑the‑art facilities right there where our researchers can get it,” she said. “You can’t replicate that.”

Waterman’s urban proximity serves an important public purpose.

With less than 1% of the population engaged in agriculture, many people have never been on a working farm and often misunderstand agricultural practices. A centerpiece is the new $60 million Multispecies Animal Learning Complex, a 155,000 square-foot facility.

“Here at Waterman, we want you to come,” she said. “We’ve had elected officials come out and say, ‘I’m reading up on H2Ohio and I don’t know what these practices are.’ And we say, ‘Come out, we’ll show you.’”

Dean Kress recently received OCA’s Industry Service Award and was taken aback by the honor.

“It’s very rare that I’m speechless but I absolutely was,” she said. “A lot of what I feel like I’ve done … it’s my job. You should expect me to do that.

I don’t spend a lot of time thinking about recognition. The real satisfaction is seeing the impact.”

“Deeply appreciative” is how Kress describes receiving OCA’s award.

“Sometimes recognition like this can fill your cup and renew your energy,” she said. “To have a group I hold in such high esteem say ‘thank you’ means a lot.”

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Elanco Animal Health

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Kalmbach Feeds

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Scott LaGuire 419-733-9796 David Sanders 740-335-3306 Bob Siegel 614-361-6056 www.e-farmcredit.com

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Central Life Sciences

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Harold’s Equipment

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Heartland Bank

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Heartland Feed Services

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Heritage Cooperative

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Hubbard Feeds

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Eric Bischoff 614-876-1141 Brent Chauvin 937-898-4198 www.murphytractor.com

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Patriot Truck & Trailer Solutions

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Priefert Ranch Equipment

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Purina Animal Nutrition

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Andy White 419-651-2152 Jake White 419-685-3961 Drew Turner 330-307-0267 Seth Andrews 330-466-5471 www.res.bid

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Select Sires Member Co-op Rachael Billups 937-527-5230 Kevin Hinds 614-878-5333 Jim Ray 614-205-7176 Julie Zeigler 614-878-5333 www.cobaselect.com

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OCA APPAREL AND BRANDED ITEMS AVAILBALE AT Apply for the 2026-2027 OBYC Leadership Team

Scan the QR Code and tell us what you hope to achieve, any experiences or skills you want to bring to the team, and how you think you can make a difference!

Applications due March 31 Visit www.ohiocattle.org for more details

MINIATURE HEREFORD Ohio Beef Expo Sale Show: Friday, March 20 at 9am Sale: Saturday, March 21 at 9am

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Managed by: Breeders’ World 567-214-4081 Roger Hunker 419-217-2828 Auctioneer: Darby Walton 567-232-2798 Additional Sale Representative: Dan Wiley 614-738-2121

The OCA booth will offer OCA apparel and beef branded items such as “EAT BEEF” tumblers, hats, hoodies, koozies and more. Be sure to stop by and stock up!

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OHIO BEEF COUNCIL NEWS

OBC WELCOMES NEW PRODUCERS TO THE BOARD Ohio Department of Agriculture (ODA) Director Brian Baldridge announced in Dec. 2025 the following new appointments to the Ohio Beef Council (OBC) Operating Committee.

Congratulations to Kim Davis of Carrollton, Ohio, and Shelly Dee Jepsen of Amanda, Ohio. Re-appointed to additional terms were Mark Goecke of Spencerville, Ohio; Lou Ellen Harr of Jeromesville, Ohio, and Becky Reed of Springfield, Ohio.

At the Jan. board meeting, Becky Reed was elected chairman for 2026; Ben Seibert of St. Marys, Ohio, was elected vice chairman, and Susie Turner of Somerset, Ohio, was elected treasurer.

Jake Osborn of Lynchburg, Ohio, was re-elected as the Federation Checkoff Director for OBC.

Ohio Beef Council members from left to right: ODA, Tracy Intihar, Shelly Dee Jepsen, Kim Davis, Becky Reed, Lou Ellen Harr, and Mark Goecke

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by NRS and OCA staff to ensure a seamless experience.

Stan Smith of Canal Winchester, Ohio, and Barb Watts of Alexandria, Ohio completed their terms in Dec. 2025.

OBC thanks them for their leadership and service as a beef council member.

OBC engages with consumers to strengthen the demand for beef and promotes a profitable and growing beef industry. It is part of a coordinated state/national marketing effort funded by beef producers through the beef checkoff program. OBC collects the $2 per head beef checkoff each time cattle are sold. Fifty cents of the federal dollar is invested in national beef demandbuilding programs by the Cattlemen’s Beef Board. The remaining fifty cents and the state $1 are invested in Ohio by the OBC. The organization is directed by a 15-member Operating Committee of cattlemen and women appointed by the Ohio Department of Agriculture, representing the state’s beef, dairy and veal producers.

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OBC Executive Committee from left to right: Becky Reed, Chairman; Ben Seibert, Vice Chairman; Susie Turner, Treasurer; Jake Osborn, Federation Checkoff Director.

GIFTCARDS National Roper Supply (NRS) is generously donating several items to the Ohio Beef Expo, which will be featured during the Thursday evening social on March 19 at 5:30 p.m. in the Trade Show area. Attendees are encouraged to join us to check out these exciting items, connect with the NRS team, and learn more about their continued support of the beef industry. Be sure to stop by and take advantage of this opportunity to engage with one of the industry’s leading retailers.

An ample amount of gift cards will also be available. These gift cards can be redeemed at any NRS store location or online and may be used toward any merchandise, including boots, clothing, hats, equipment, and more, giving winners the flexibility to choose exactly what they need.

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OCA NEWS

OCA AND OBC WELCOME SPRING INTERNS Five college interns joined the Ohio Cattlemen’s Association (OCA) and Ohio Beef Council (OBC) this spring to assist with major events such as the Ohio Beef Expo, Beef 509, BEST shows, and other cattlemen’s meetings and activities, while gaining firsthand experience in Ohio’s beef industry. Throughout the semester, these students will develop professional skills to support their future career goals while networking with producers and industry partners.

Ava Egbert is from Botkins, Ohio, and is the daughter of Brian and Terrie Egbert.

She is a sophomore at The Ohio State University majoring in Animal Sciences with a minor in Agribusiness. Egbert plans to pursue a career in large animal reproduction.

Egbert grew up showing cattle and was actively involved in her local 4-H and FFA programs. In her free time, she enjoys riding reining horses and working on her family’s farm, as she hopes to remain involved in both the livestock and equine industries. Through her internship, Egbert is looking forward to learning more about the beef industry while expanding her communication skills.

Alaina Neczeporenko is from Jefferson, Ohio, and is a senior at The Ohio State University working on a degree in Agricultural Communication with minors in Agribusiness and Applied Economics.

After graduation, she plans to pursue a career as an agribusiness underwriter with Westfield Insurance.

Neczeporenko grew up working on her family’s row crop farm and meat

Ava Egbert Public Relations Intern

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processing plant and showed cattle through 4-H and at the national level.

In her free time, she enjoys working on the family farm to continue expanding the operation, spending time with family and friends, and connecting with others in agriculture to further develop her passion for the industry. She is looking forward to developing relationships with producers and industry partners during her internship.

Claire Phillip is from Suffield, Ohio, and is the daughter of Julie and Jared Phillip. She is a junior at The Ohio State University majoring in Animal Sciences with a minor in Agribusiness and plans to pursue a career in livestock nutrition.

Phillip grew up raising cattle and other livestock and was actively involved in her local 4-H program. In her free time, she participates in multiple collegiate clubs and is working to grow her family’s commercial operation. Through this internship, Phillip hopes to strengthen her communication skills and learn how to plan and execute agricultural events.

These three interns’ primary responsibilities this semester include assisting with press releases, Expo social media, event planning, photography, website updates, and other communications projects.

Mallory Kramer is from Pemberville, Ohio, and is the daughter of Eric and Kaylene Kramer. She is a junior at The Ohio State University majoring in Agriscience Education with a minor in Production Agriculture. Kramer plans to pursue a career in youth development

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within the agricultural industry.

Kramer grew up actively involved in local 4-H and FFA programs. She is highly involved in several collegiate organizations and enjoys spending time with her family and friends. Through her internship, Kramer hopes to learn more about the behind-the-scenes operations of livestock shows and develop efficiency in day-to-day event management tasks.

Kara Stephan is from Covington, Ohio, and is serving as a Youth Activities Intern.

She grew up around livestock and raised and showed rabbits, earning state and national level wins. Stephan was heavily involved in 4-H, FFA, and Junior Fair Board throughout her youth.

Stephan is currently a student at The Ohio State University Agricultural Technical Institute (ATI), pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Animal Science with a minor in Agricultural Communications.

After graduation, she hopes to work in youth development within the livestock industry, supporting and educating young producers.

Through her internship, Stephan is looking forward to gaining hands-on experience in youth programming, expanding her knowledge of the livestock industry, and building meaningful relationships within the agricultural community.

Kramer and Stephan will work closely together focusing on the OCA BEST program, assisting with administrative duties, Beef Quality Assurance (BQA) certifications, and creating social media content.

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Buckeye Cattlemen’s Summit

a success es, Educational Opportunities & OCA Traditions

Ohio’s Signature Gathering for Breed Meetings, Industry Updat

The Ohio Cattlemen’s Association (OCA) successfully hosted its Annual Meeting and Awards Banquet in a new format Jan. 24, known as the Buckeye Cattlemen’s Summit. The event was held at the Ohio State University Wooster Campus, Shisler Conference Center, in Wooster, Ohio.

OCA partnered with several breed associations, including the Buckeye Hereford Association, Ohio Shorthorn Association, and Ohio Simmental Association. The new format provided expanded opportunities for beef producer education and increased youth involvement.

The event was made possible through the support of sponsoring partners, including Ag Credit, Buckeye Hereford Association, Heartland Bank, Heartland Feed Services, Herd Pro, HFS Angus, Ohio Angus Association, Ohio Beef Council, Ohio Simmental Association, Rockin’ C Show Cattle, Straight A’s - Ranch City, The Maternal Event – Byland Farms, Paint Valley Farms, and Beckler Farms.

The day began with an educational workshop focused on beef cattle reproduction research and herd rebuilding strategies. Concurrently, Ohio Beef Youth Council Stockmanship activities took place, including an educational session on

determining carcass value through quality and yield grading, as well as the Beef Cuts Identification contest.

The Ohio Beef Council sponsored lunch for those not attending a breed business meeting, during which attendees viewed the 2025 Ohio Beef Council video annual report highlighting Beef Checkoff investments aimed at building beef demand. Winners of the Ohio Beef Youth Council Stockmanship Beef Cuts Identification contest were also recognized during the luncheon.

Following lunch, attendees participated in another educational workshop focused on the evolution of beef carcass yield grading and red meat yield, along with a panel discussion on direct marketing opportunities.

Gene Copenhaver, PresidentElect of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA), joined members to provide an industry update and highlight key policy issues impacting the beef industry.

OCA President Mark Goecke of Allen County presided over the OCA Annual Meeting. The meeting included recognition of the association’s Top Hand members— those who recruited five or more OCA members throughout the year. The awards were sponsored

by Purina Animal Nutrition and Quality Liquid Feeds.

2025 Top Hand recipients included: Frank Phelps, Logan County (Top Recruiter); Glen Feichtner, Crawford County; Joe Grubbs, Carroll County; Andy Lohr, Crawford County; Kirsten Nickles, Wayne County; Kim Poff, Geauga County; Dave Puthoff, Auglaize County; and Jared Thomas, Union County.

Following the Top Hand awards, members heard updates from several industry partners before voting on OCA policy for 2026.

The Ohio Cattlemen’s Foundation (OCF) presented more than 25 scholarships to beef industry youth pursuing careers in agriculture and the beef industry. These scholarships were made possible through the Cattlemen’s Gala, proceeds from Ohio beef license plate sales, funds raised through the putt-putt course at the Ohio State Fair, and generous donors, including Saltwell Western Store, the Noah Cox Memorial Fund, and the Ohio Cattlewomen’s Association.

2025 Scholarship Recipients Cattlemen’s Gala Scholarships Darby Ayars, Champaign County; Lydia Fuchs, Belmont County; Antoinette Grimes, Adams County; Blake Herdman, Highland County; Josie Jennings, Clark County; Luke Jennings, Clermont County; Adeline Kendle, Tuscarawas County;

Adeleena Kromer, Erie County; Delaney Moore, Fairfield County; Tatumn Poff, Geauga County; Katelynn Wallace, Miami County; Emma Yochum, Highland County

Tagged for Greatness Scholarships Ryan Flax, Clark County; Cassidy Frankart, Wyandot County; Carter Lampe, Wood County; Taylor Poff, Geauga County

CONGRATS

Bill Tom Memorial Scholarship Kaylee Jennings, Clermont County Bill Tom Success Grant Ruth Beery, Ross County

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licking county cattlemen’s association sponsored by: ohio corn & wheat

seedstock producer of the year tuRner shorthorns - somerset sponsored by: OHIO SHORTHORN BREEDERS ASSOCIATION

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John Grimes Memorial Scholarships Ellie Kidwell, Knox County; Emma Truance, Gallia County

The day concluded with the Cattlemen’s Social and OCA Awards Banquet. The social included a live auction benefiting OCA’s Political Action Committee (PAC), which supports elected officials who advocate for the beef cattle industry and ensures representation at the Ohio Statehouse and on Capitol Hill. During the awards banquet, attendees celebrated the accomplishments of OCA’s seven award winners.

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Cattlemen’s Country Club Scholarships Ameila Bender, Morrow County; Samantha Dixon, Franklin County; Grace Goecke, Allen County; Sydney Stirm, Crawford County Noah Cox Memorial Scholarship Anna Scheurman, Coshocton County

commerical cattlemen of the year

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To learn more about OCA’s award winners or the Buckeye Cattlemen’s Summit, visit www.ohiocattle.org

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Beef Cuts Identification Results

Beginner Division

Junior Division

Overall High Individual – Tyson Arnett, Richland County; Second High Individual – Ashley Shaver, Medina County; Third High Individual – Bellamy Ellington, Stark County; Fourth High Individual – Charlie Haley, Wayne County; Fifth High Individual – Sammi Haley, Wayne County

Overall High Individual – Coy Ellington, Stark County; Second High Individual – Claire Atterholt, Ashland County; Third High Individual – Carrie Gahler, Ottawa County; Fourth High Individual – Jordan Hartschuh, Crawford County; Fifth High Individual – Kalli Atterholt, Ashland County

Intermediate Division

Senior Division

Overall High Individual – Maci Atterholt, Ashland County; Second High Individual – Caraline Holden, Warren County; Third High Individual – Griffin Gahler, Ottawa County; Fourth High Individual – Lilly Gahler, Ottawa County; Fifth High Individual – Natalie Liston, Medina County

Overall High Individual – Lydia Fuchs, Belmont County; Second High Individual – Kelsey Kaeser, Ashland County; Third High Individual – Emma Lewis, Lorain County

Learn more about OYBC Stockmanship

The Beef Cuts Identification Contest is one of several OBYC stockmanship contests. Overall OBYC Stockmanship contest awards will be presented for each of the four age divisions at an end-of-theyear OBYC celebration event being planned for June.

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Reg#: 20452263 • Co-Owned with Sydenstricker Genetics, MO; Frank-Hazelrigg Cattle Co., MO & Wells Livestock, OH. • The Maternal Trait standout sire, that ranks in the TOP 1% of the breed for Functional Longevity at 1.25 and $Maternal at 114! He is a stout made, slick haired and attractive made calving-ease sire that checks all the boxes. His dam is a featured member of our donor lineup, his maternal brother by Basin Jamison will sell!

CED BW WW YW Milk HP Teat Uddr FL Claw Angl Marb REA $M $W $B $C 7 .2 75 132 31 9.5 .83 .64 1.04 .40 .42 1.29 .82 90 88 201 351 40% 25% 20% 20% 20% 80% 4% 20% 60% 15% 20% 5% 25% 10% 4% 5% 2%

Reg#: 19485159 • Isabel R1789 came to Hammack Ridge as the $30,000 high-selling fall pair of the Four Sons production sale. She is a high marbling Confidence Plus daughter that stems directly from a full sister to the famed Baldridge Colonel, anchored by the legendary multi million-dollar producer, Baldridge Isabel Y69.! She ranks in the TOP 10% $M; TOP 5% Marb & $B TOP 4% $W and TOP 2% $C! Her sons will be featured!

Selling... 30 Bulls & 35 Females Including Bred Heifers, Spring Pairs, Fall Pairs, Embryos & more!

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Lot 2 CLAW +.35 CED +13 ANGLE +.31 BW -.3 MB +.70 WW +83 RE +.64 YW +150 $M +89 Milk +24 $C +332

21239296 Boyd Bedrock x Boyd Rosetta 0007 A maternal Brother to Bellringer!

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Lot 4 CLAW +.41 CED +3 ANGLE +.42 BW +2.8 MB +1.57 WW +97 RE +1.41 YW +161 $M +90 Milk +32 $C +399

21303860 Ellingson Prosper x Basin Joy 3074 2026 Cattlemen’s Congress Grand Champion PGS Bull!

Lot 71 CED +2.1 BW +2.9 MB +.15 WW +72 RE +.63 YW +111 BMI$ +510 Milk +27 CHB$ +116

Lot 28 CLAW +.31 CED +6 ANGLE +.36 BW +.6 MB +.98 WW +85 RE +.53 YW +140 $M +133 Milk +41 $C +343

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BEEF BRIEFS CFAES HOLDS RIBBON CUTTING FOR NEW MULTISPECIES ANIMAL LEARNING COMPLEX OCA PROUD TO BE CONTRIBUTING DONOR

The Ohio State University College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES) ushered in the next generation of animal sciences education with a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new Multispecies Animal Learning Complex (MALC).

Situated at Waterman Agricultural and Natural Resources Laboratory near the heart of Ohio State’s Columbus campus, the MALC is an innovative, state-of-the-art complex that advances education in essential STEM fields and strengthens workforce development for a wide range of careers related to animal agriculture.

Inside the facility, students will have opportunities to gain hands-on experience with swine, equine, poultry, and ruminants, and the public will have a chance to view the workings of modern livestock production and handling facilities.

The MALC opening reflects CFAES’ vision for Waterman as a destination where research, teaching and outreach impact industry and communities across Ohio and around the world.

“The opening of the MALC and dairy is an exciting milestone for our college and for Ohio agriculture,” said Cathann A. Kress, Ohio State vice president for agricultural administration and CFAES dean. “The MALC gives our students unparalleled, hands-on learning opportunities while strengthening our ability to engage the public and prepare the next generation of leaders who will sustain life and serve our communities.”

More than 250 guests attended the ribbon-cutting ceremony, which included tours of the complex.

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barns for swine, poultry, equine and ruminants. When fully populated, the MALC and dairy will be home to approximately 2,200 animals.

The new site also features a dairy complete with modern technology that includes robotic milkers for cows and automated manure systems. Including the dairy, the new complex boasts more than 150,000 square feet of space that will host student learning, public engagement and community events.

“CFAES’ Multispecies Animal Learning Complex will play a vital role in increasing education and strengthening biosecurity measures in our agricultural communities,” Baldridge said. “Together, ODA and Ohio State work to support the agricultural industry through innovation, research and collaboration — ensuring Ohioans have access to safe, healthy and quality food today and in the future.”

OCA ENDORSES JON HUSTED FOR U.S. SENATOR

farm families in Washington,” said Lindsey Hall, president of the Ohio Cattlemen’s Association. “Jon Husted has consistently shown that he listens to producers and supports policies that strengthen Ohio’s beef industry, protect our ability to operate and keep agriculture competitive. He understands that a strong ag economy is critical to Ohio’s future, and we are proud to endorse Jon Husted for the United States Senate.”

In response to the endorsement, Husted said, “I’m proud to earn the support of the Ohio Cattlemen’s Association. Ohio’s cattlemen are the backbone of our rural economy and responsible stewards of the land. I’ve fought to protect family farms and keep agriculture strong, and I’ll continue standing up for the farmers and ranchers who feed our state and our nation.”

Since launching his campaign last month, Sen. Husted has begun rolling out waves of support that include Ohio’s congressional delegation, labor unions, grassroots activists and now the first agriculture organization.

Sen. Jon Husted earned the endorsement of the Ohio Cattlemen’s Association, the first agriculture Our Formula is Ready for Your Formula! organization to weigh in on Ohio’s U.S. Senate race.

The endorsement reinforces Husted’s position as the clear early choice to continue representing Ohio’s Twin Screw Single Screw agricultural interests Tripple Screw in Washington.

The Ohio Low Rate Financing Available!* Cattlemen’s Association cited his understanding of the challenges facing cattle producers and their families and his commitment to protecting Ohio’s beef industry.

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PRIVATE TREATY REGISTERED ANGUS BULLS 45 YEARLING BULLS AVAILABLE NOW FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED B U L L S AVA I L A B L E B Y T H E S E S I R E S & M O R E !

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OCA BEST Show Holmes County Preview, Millersburg OCA BEST Show Northern Lights Showcase, Wauseon Boyd Beef Cattle Annual Performance Angus & Hereford Bull Sale, Mays Lick KY - p.53 19-22 Ohio Beef Expo, Columbus 28 Hammack Ridge Farms Annual Angus Bull & Female Sale Amma, WV - p. 51 30 Maplecrest Farms Performance Bull Sale, Hillsboro - p.55 31 Ohio Beef Youth Council Leadership Team Applications Due

APRIL 4 18 27

OCA BEST Deadline for Photography, BEST Reps., Character Traits Ohio Cattleman Spring Issue Advertising Deadline Burgett Angus Annual Bull Sale, Carrollton - p. 9 Partners in Performance Angus Bull Sale, Zanesville - p. 49 Ohio Beef Youth Council Salesmanship & Skillathon Contest, Columbus Southern Ohio Spring Smackdown Sale - p.34

MAY 2 8

OCA Best Awards Banquet, Columbus Switzerland of Ohio Polled Hereford 48th Annual Sale, Old Washington - p. 52

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Committees MEMBER SERVICES

Linde Sutherly, Ch. | Jaymes Maciejewski, V. Ch. Membership Jaymes Maciejewski, Ch.| Ryan Bapst, V. Ch

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2026 OHIO CATTLEMEN’S ASSOCIATION

BIF Convention & Reserarch Symposium, Boise, ID Ohio Cattleman Summer Issue Advertising Deadline

Ohio Cattleman Magazine Lindsey Hall, Ch. | Evan Wood, V. Ch. Steak Barn/Taste of Ohio Café/FSR Linde Sutherly, Ch. | Andy Lohr, Co-Ch. Young Cattlemen’s Conference Tyler Humphrey, Ch.| Emily Warnimont, V. Ch. Annual Meeting/Awards Banquet Linde Sutherly, Ch. | Kirsten Nickles, V. Ch Youth Programs BEST & Buckeye Breeders Series Shane Riley, Ch | Ryan Bapst, V. Ch

PUBLIC POLICY

Frank Phelps, Ch. | Kirsten Nickles, V. Ch. | Tyler Humphrey, V. Ch Agriculture & Food Policy Joe Foster, Ch. | Joe Grubbs, V. Ch. Cattle Health & Well-Being Kirsten Nickles, Ch. | Evan Wood, V. Ch. Live Cattle Marketing Mark Goecke, Ch. | Austin Cole, V.Ch International Trade Lindsey Hall, Ch.| John Ferguson, V. Ch. Property Rights & Environmental Mgt. Andy Lohr, Ch. | Pat Waldock, V. Ch. PAC – Political Action Committee Tyler Humphrey, Ch.| Jared Thomas, V. Ch. Tax & Credit Jim Rogers, Ch. | John Ferguson, V. Ch.

BEEF IMPROVEMENT John Ferguson, Ch. | Joe Foster, V. Ch Replacement Female Sale Pam Haley, Ch. | Jaymes Maciejewski, V. Ch. Ohio Beef Expo Shane Riley, Ch. | Joe Foster, Plain City, V. Ch.

RESOLUTIONS COMMITTEE Frank Phelps, Ch. | Joe Grubbs, V. Ch

Scan QR code for a full years list of OCA events and programs.

Contact information is available on page 6 of this issue.

PARTING SHOTS

Several state leaders joined Ohio cattle producers at the Buckeye Cattlemen’s Summit, including Rep. Meredith Craig (District 77) and Rep. Roy Klopfenstein (District 82), chair of the Ohio House Agriculture Committee.

Ohio Beef Council recently hosted Ohio State football starting center Carson Hinzman in the OBC Culinary Studio to film beef recipe videos in support of their sponsorship of The Ohio State University 4 Miler Race.

Advertisers’ Index Allflex........................................................2 Apple Farm Service...................................58 Boyd Beef Cattle....................................... 53 Breymier Land & Cattle.............................39 Burgett Angus Farm....................................9 Cherry Fork Feed & Supplies......................59 Chippewa Valley Angus Farm...................... 60 Corteva Agriscience..................................54 D & J Sales and Service.............................41 Endovac...................................................17 EXPO - Aberdeen Angus Sale..................... 44 EXPO - Angus Sale.................................... 29 EXPO - Hereford Sale................................ 44 EXPO - Maine Anjou Sale...........................16 EXPO - Mini Herefords...............................36 EXPO - Shorthorn...................................... 37 EXPO - Simmental Sale............................. 57 Ferguson Cattle Company.......................... 12 Four Star Veterinary Service...................... 35 Hammack Ridge Farms..............................51 Harold’s Equipment...........................35 & 56 Highland Livestock Supply........................... 7 J Star Equipment......................................16 Kalmbach................................................. 64 Karr Farms............................................... 33 Keet’s Herefords.......................................42 Kent Nutrition Group.................................19 Linde’s Livestock Photos........................... 20 M.H. Eby...................................................11 Maplecrest Farms..................................... 55 Ohio Angus Association............................. 42 OSU Veterinary Services -Marysville...........52 OSU Veterinary Services -Campus..............56 Partners in Performace.............................49 PBS Animal Health...................................... 7 Reed & Baur Insurance............................. 42 ST Genetics................................................5 Select Sires Member Co-op....................... 63 Southern Ohio Spring Smackdown............. 34 Switzerland of Ohio Hereford Association...52 Transova Genetics.....................................45 United Producers Inc...........................9 & 39 WM. E. Fagaly & Sons - Sioux Steel............. 50 Weaver Leather Livestock.......................... 21 Zimmer Tractor..........................................43

Ohio Cattlemen’s Association staff and board members gathered in Nashville, Tennessee, to take part in CattleCon, connecting with industry leaders and engaging in educational and policy discussions.

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