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Early Fall 2025

Official Publication of the Ohio Cattlemen’s Association

Features

Editorial

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Bill Tom's Impact Continues

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Ronald McDonald House Celebrity Steer Show raises over $322,000

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Ohio State Fair Results & Highlights

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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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Bill Tom's Impact Continues

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Beef Checkoff News

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OCA News

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Ohio Cattlemen’s Foundation News

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Beef Briefs

RMHC Celebrity Steer Show

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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

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The key to learning is... …

By Mark Goecke, OCA President

There have been many idioms created over the years dealing with education, teaching, and learning. Terms like, experience is the best teacher, the school of hard knocks, you can’t teach an old dog new tricks, and so on.

Managing Editor Education and learning can come in many different forms. The first form Hannah Weymouth of education that comes to mind is kindergarten through 12th grade, then on to college and perhaps graduate school. When we think of educators, we think of those very caring grade school teachers, the learning made fun high school teachers, and the variety of personalities of college professors.

Our first steps in learning are something that we, most likely, are not even Ohio Cattleman magazine (USPA: 020-968, ISSN: 1543-0588) aware of. That is learning how to speak and communicate by being around is published six times per year: Winter issue, mailed in January; others who have learned our language from generations before. Many times Expo preview issue, mailed in February; Spring issue, mailed in throughout life we become educators also, not to the degree of formal April; Summer issue, mailed in July; Early Fall issue, mailed in September; and Late Fall issue, mailed in October; for $15 a year classroom settings, but in circumstances we are not even aware of. to OCA members only. It is dedicated to reporting facts about An example of this recently occurred at the state fair. A group of Ohio’s cattle including marketing, production and legislative cattlemen were having a conversation when a young lady that we met at the news. All editorial and advertising material is screened to meet Beef Expo approached us and complimented us for taking time to speak rigid standards, but publisher assumes no responsibility for accuracy or validity of claims. All rights reserved. Circulation for with her. She stated that she learned so much about the beef industry and the issue is 3,166. that she wanted to learn more to share with her colleagues. As a group we were simply discussing the normal day to day aspects of our operations and Published at Minster, Ohio 45865 by the Ohio Cattlemen’s the beef industry in general. It was things that we assumed were common Association, 10600 US Highway 42, Marysville, Ohio 43040. knowledge that we took for granted.

Periodical postage paid at Marysville, Ohio and at additional offices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Ohio Cattleman, That conversation got me thinking about how there are fewer and fewer 10600 US Highway 42, Marysville, Ohio 43040. CHANGING farmers and ranchers to share our story and to educate the general public YOUR ADDRESS: Please send old as well as new address to Ohio on the how and why we produce the products we all consume on a daily Cattleman, 10600 US Highway 42, Marysville, Ohio 43040. basis. As I looked around at the state fair I began to notice how prevalent the beef industry's identity is, not only in the promotional displays, but the Advertising educational displays that were created by your Beef Checkoff through the To schedule advertising write to: Ohio Cattleman, Ohio Beef Council. They are truly educating the general public about the 10600 US Highway 42, Marysville, Ohio 43040, or call great taste and importance of beef.

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614-873-6736 OCA is also continuing another aspect of education and learning for OCA Staff its members. Zane Gross, Manager of Member Services and Industry OCADirector Staff Education has been traveling the state and talking with producers to learn Elizabeth Harsh Executive Elizabeth Harsh Executive Director what their needs are as OCA members. Check out the website for more Ron Windnagel Director of Accounting & Operations Ron Windnagel Director of Accounting & Operations information on what is being offered, especially the Roundup Educational meeting series. There will be six different educational meetings with Hannah HannahWeymouth WeymouthManager ManagerofofCommunications Communications&& different topics at each and held at different locations across the state. Each Managing Editor Managing Editor meeting will include industry experts and will be a great way to continue KellyManager Keirn Manager of Consumer Zane Gross of Member Service &Program Industry& learning about timely industry information.

Education Digital Marketing I also want to thank our members for the support and input you have Arnett Office Education & Project Manager Anna GestTiffany Manager of Nutrition Programs provided. Without the support of membership, OCA would not be able Tiffany Arnett Office & Project Manager to offer these important educational opportunities. I believe that the next Kristen Rappold Manager of Youth Education & Development Programs& generation of cattle men and women will be filled with such a vast amount Morgan Hoppes Manger of Youth Education Development Programs of knowledge that will enable them to be extremely successful. As for us not-quite-so-young folks, I do also believe that we are never too old to 4 | Ohio Cattleman | Early Fall Issue 2024 learn. Have a safe and enjoyable rest of your summer

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HARSH REALITIES

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By Elizabeth Harsh, Ohio Cattleman Editor

Don’t hate me too much, but I wish the Ohio State Fair was a few days longer. I make that comment knowing it puts me in a very small circle of people who feel the same way, but it’s my wish, at least on most days of the fair. Perhaps less so on those days with high temperatures and high humidity, but still there, nonetheless.

I love the opportunity to catch up with cattle families we don’t see often enough and build closer relationships with others. These relationships develop across the fairgrounds and with our agricultural partners throughout the fair. It is amazing all the great ideas and valuable work that results from these casual conversations.

OCA Directors One of those state fair events that builds relationships while doing good Shane Riley Director At-Large is the Ronald McDonald House Celebrity Steer Show. Each year our Washington C.H. • Term expires 2026 staff grows closer relationships with a new group of BEST 4-H families 740-572-2044, shane.rileywch@gmail.com who participate in the show. These outstanding beef industry youth give Joe Foster Director At-Large of their time and their family’s time to participate, teach their celebrities Gallipolis • Term expires 2027 to show cattle and activate fundraising within their local communities.

740-379-2580, hjfoster25@yahoo.com Thanks to many generous donors, this year’s event posted a new record Frank Phelps Director At-Large raising $322,000 and totaling over $1 million raised for the Columbus Belle Center • Term expires 2025 Ronald McDonald House in the five shows held to date!

937-539-1442, frankph@watchtv.net Jaymes Maciejewski District 1 In addition, opportunities to connect with state and federal elected New Bavaria • Term expires 2026 officials are more numerous at the state fair. And of course, where else 309-222-0850, jaymes.maciejewski@gmail.com can you visit with 650 of your friends and fellow agricultural enthusiasts Andy Lohr District 2 than at the Ohio Ag Council’s Hall of Fame event while enjoying beef Bucyrus • Term expires 2027 tenderloin for breakfast!

419-569-3613, andylohr61@gmail.com Thinking about beef should make us pause to consider the historical John Ferguson District 3 times we are experiencing first-hand. Consumer demand for beef is the Chardon • Term expires 2025 440-478-0782, john@fergusonshowcattle.com highest in over 40 years and beef and cattle prices are historically high as well. Who imagined that ground beef would be over $6 a pound, and Tyler Humphrey District 4 we would see the record-breaking prices for feeder cattle that are being Harrod • Term expires 2026 reported.

419-230-3450, humphreyag@gmail.com Jared Thomas District 5 As we approach Labor Day, our office has been doing several interviews Plain City• Term expires 2027 about beef prices. These interviews provide an opportunity to reinforce 614-989-1397, jtfarms95@gmail.com the message that while beef prices continue to rise, so do beef sales.

Kirsten Nickles District 6 Consumers want beef and are willing to pay for it. Proof of that is data Wooster • Term expires 2025 that shows beef occupies a majority of retail fresh meat sales in terms 330-345-0477, KNickles@certifiedangusbeef.com of dollars at 56% and has one of the larges share in terms of volume Joe Grubbs District 7 sales. Beef is also an incredibly versatile protein with numerous cuts to Kensington • Term expires 2026 choose from, providing options for a variety of price points. None of this 330-771-0767, jgrubbs0608@gmail.com information probably surprises you as a beef producer.

Linde Sutherly District 8 While historically low cattle numbers across the country are a large New Carlisle • Term expires 2027 part of the equation, increases in carcass weights have offset much of 937-875-0670, linde@lindeslivestockphotos.com the reduced inventory. Yet, it is also important to note that a lot of credit Jim Jepsen District 9 for current market conditions should go to beef producers. Our industry Amanda • Term expires 2025 learned from past beef quality audits and moved from producing a 614-560-5919, jepsen.drfarms@gmail.com commodity to a quality product as the percentage of prime and choice Austin Cole District 10 cattle rose dramatically.

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Ryan Bapst District 11 But now is not the time to step away from our path of improvement Waverly • Term expires 2027 or become distracted. Continuous advancements in our beef production 740-835-9789, ryanbapst@gmail.com and farm management practices will always be essential. There are also Dale Taylor • District 12 many challenges that lie ahead for the beef industry, both political and Bidwell • Term expires 2025 social, that cannot be ignored. It will be our relationships that will help us 740-709-6461,daletaylorfarming@gmail.com successfully navigate them in the future.

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THE RUFF REVIEW

Betting on Herd Expansion

By Garth Ruff, Beef Cattle Field Specialist, OSU Extension As I visit with cattle producers this summer, the conversation that continues to be in the back of everyone’s mind is the topic of herd expansion. Should we plan on keeping additional heifers this fall? There will be some jockeying for position as to who decides to add cow numbers. As it relates to heifer marketing this fall, Kenny Rogers’ song The Gambler comes to mind, “You got to know when to hold them, know when to fold them.”

This isn’t a yes or no answer as there are several factors in play, economics, feed availability and quality, and individual herd dynamics.

Economics: Thus far looking at USDA reports there is no sign of herd expansion at this point. High fed cattle prices have incentivized the selling of heifers as feeder cattle prices remain historically strong. When expansion does happen the supply for feeders will become tighter, driving demand for a limited cattle supply.

High feeder prices make it tempting not to retain any more heifers than the minimum needed based on culling rate.

One strategy that may be worth considering, if feed is available, is to develop more replacement females than needed, especially if they are from a herd with proven genetics.

Keep the females needed and then market the rest as replacements to other herds.

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Here in Ohio in 2024, we sold 56 bred heifers for $2,961 per head and young bred cows for over $2,800 per head at the OCA Replacement Female Sale. As the cow-calf sector has seen record profit margins there has been interest in genetic improvement from the female side.

Given some reports from the west, combined with feeder cattle prices, I have to think last year’s bred heifers were a bargain compared to what they should be worth now. Recent market commentary from Billings, Montana indicated that feeders are outbidding ranchers for heifers at auction in order to keep feedyard pens as full as possible.

Feed Availability and Quality: After the drought last year feed quantity was a great concern for many of the heavy cow areas of the state. In 2025 the greater concern is feed quality. With the wet spring and early summer, it has been a challenge to make hay in a timely fashion. It’s August 1 and there are still a few first cutting hay fields in SE Ohio being baled as we speak. Get your hay tested. A forage analysis will determine the level of supplementation needed to carry additional females through the winter.

If feed is limiting but there is still desire to expand the cow herd, it could be more cost effective to sell high value feeder heifers and purchase those bred females. By purchasing breds, rather than developing heifers,

managing herd nutrition is much simpler. Growing heifers need higher quality feed than mature cows, and should be managed separately to ensure a higher plane of nutrition.

Herd Dynamics: What is the average cow age of your herd? How many old cows do you have? Two questions that every cow-calf operator should know the answer to. Older cows are often some of the most productive cows in the herd, but there comes a time when her production plateaus and her body begins to wear down. Given the cull market, those older cows that have begun to lose a step are high value capital as things stand.

A third question to consider is what is your average cull rate? A 20 cow herd that culls three cows a year, has a 15% cull rate. On average, 15-20% will catch many of the cow herds in the U.S. Locally, with smaller herd sizes, 10% may be more accurate. Either way, the only way to grow a cow herd is to replace more females than you cull in a production year.

At some point this cow herd will expand as it has during the various cattle cycles over the past century.

Whether it happens sooner or later, that remains to be seen.

Will we get to pre-COVID cow numbers? I don’t think so. Carcass weights have increased and unless packing economics dictate it, we aren’t going to make these fed cattle any smaller. Regardless, it is an exciting time to be in the cattle business and the fall marketing window looks to be one unlike any other we have ever seen.

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Pregnancy Testing Pays Off

By Dean Kreager, Extension Educator – Agriculture and Natural Resources, Licking County With cull cow prices hitting record highs, this may be the time to pregnancy check and avoid overwintering open cows. For many, the breeding season has wrapped up and weaning time will be here soon. This is a time where a small investment in a pregnancy check can result in saving on winter feed, as well as a nice check for those cows that did not get pregnant.

Overwintering open cows is not typically a profitable venture. The largest expense coming out of your pocket is the value of feed needed to get the cattle through the winter. Let’s be on the conservative side and say your hay is worth $60 per round bale and each cow eats five bales through the winter, that is $300. This number could easily go up to $500 with a longer time on hay or a higher quality of hay fed. This does not count for all the other expenses involved with keeping cattle.

With record high feeder calf prices, the loss caused by open cows does not hurt as bad, but it is still a loss.

On the other side of the coin is the value of cull cows which continue to set new records. That 1,400-pound cow at $1.60 a pound is now worth $2,240. Throw in the hay savings and you have over $2,500 income by culling now. That takes the sting out of purchasing some replacement females that are confirmed pregnant and can be selected to have a calf when you prefer.

Studies by the National Animal Health Monitoring System (NHAMS) have shown that only 20% of cow calf producers in the Eastern United States pregnancy check their cows. These studies have also shown open rates near 10% in many herds. If a person were to pregnancy check and find three open cows in the herd, they could potentially cull those, replace them with two bred cows and at the end of the next calving season have an additional $3,600 worth of calves to sell.

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There are three popular methods for pregnancy checking beef cows. Rectal palpation, ultrasound, and blood testing.

All just require one trip through the chute but there are differences that make some choices a better fit in some herds.

Palpation is the old standby technique.

Many large animal veterinarians are very proficient with this procedure. Pregnancies can be diagnosed down to about 35 days by an experienced veterinarian. Fetal age can be determined by this method with good accuracy. The downside is that you will probably be paying a farm visit fee.

If you only have a few cows to check this could be expensive, but if you have a nice group this fee is not much on a per cow basis.

Ultrasonography has continued to become more popular. Equipment has become more portable, and the prices have come down significantly over the years. As with standard palpation, an experienced technician is a must. Pregnancies can be diagnosed down to 20 days in some situations. Another advantage with ultrasonography is the ability of fetal sexing beginning at about 60 days of pregnancy.

This method also provides the ability to accurately age fetuses. The disadvantage falls in the cost but for some the advantages outweigh the cost.

The final common method is blood testing for pregnancy-associated glycoproteins (PAGs). This method involves drawing a blood sample from the tail vein. Most producers can do this with minimal practice.

Samples can be shipped at room temperature in specified blood tubes to a variety of labs around the country. Results are typically provided within a few days. Cows need to be at least 28 days post breeding and 73 days post calving. Accuracy is 99% on calling cows open and 95% on pregnant. The cost, including blood collection tubes and needle, is around $5 per sample plus shipping cost. There is even an at

home version of this test that has a cost of about $10 per cow and provides results in 20 minutes. The downside to this test is there is no ability to estimate fetal age or sex.

With costs of $5 to $20 for a pregnancy test it does not take long for pregnancy testing to earn money for a producer.

For a 40-cow herd at $10 per cow the cost would be $400. If 10% of cows were open, there would be 4 cows that could be removed providing savings in hay for the winter of around $1,200. If proceeds from the culls were used to purchase two pregnant cows you could reduce that $1,200 hay savings to $600 but gain two feeder calves to sell the next year at an additional value of over $3,000. The value of pregnancy checking is too often overlooked.

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BILL TOM’S ON THE YOUNGER GENERATION CONTINUES ON

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Story & Photos by Amy Beth Graves

Always a smile on his face and eager to help youths in the cattle industry is how Ryan Bowsher remembers Bill Tom. “Bill Tom is one of the main reasons for where I’m at today. He really took me under his wing and helped me. He was always willing to talk and listen and was always such a friendly face,” said Ryan, who is one of the first recipients of the Bill Tom Memorial Scholarship named after Bill who died in late 2023.

Bill of Washington Court House was a leader within Ohio’s beef cattle industry. He served as beef director for the Ohio State Fair for 10 years, was Ohio Cattlemen’s vice president and on its board of directors and led several youthcentric beef industry programs, including OCA’s BEST program and the Ohio Beef Expo where he was vice chair. In 2024 Bill was posthumously awarded the Friend of the Expo Award for his dedication and contributions to the Expo’s success.

Many individual memorial contributions helped the Ohio Cattlemen’s Foundation establish two Bill Tom scholarships to benefit youth in the agriculture community as a way of continuing Bill’s passion for youth development and the future of the beef industry.

“One of Bill’s greatest passions was providing opportunities for beef industry youth to develop the necessary skills to become the next generation of successful agricultural leaders. I think Bill would be pleased with the outpouring of industry support that is making this happen through these scholarships. And I know our leadership is proud to be able to honor his memory in this way,” said Elizabeth Harsh, secretarytreasurer of the Ohio Cattlemen’s Foundation.

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he met Bill at the Ohio State Fair during the commercial cattle show. “‘Hey, do you have your Beef Quality Assurance certificate,’” Ryan recalls Bill asking him. When Ryan shook his head, saying he didn’t know what that was, Bill told him to follow him to his office.

He sat him down in his office chair and guided him through the certification program, which emphasizes responsible cattle management practices.

“He basically told me that to sell to some packing plants I needed the Beef Quality Assurance certification. He was so busy at the state fair and had a lot going on but he took time out of his day and made it not feel like a burden for me to get the certification, which took a couple of hours,” Ryan said.

“He just made it so easy, and I think it speaks a lot about who he was. He loved the youth in the beef industry and loved helping others.

He’s really one of the reasons why I’m where I’m at today.”

Ryan, 21, grew up on a row crop and cow-calf operation in Van Wert County where his family raises Limousin and Angus cattle. He works full time for International Tank Service as a tank design specialist.

Ryan received $1,500 from the Bill Tom Memorial Success Grant, which he used as part of a down payment for 25 acres of farmland that he purchased with the help of a beginning farmer loan. The property is his first land purchase and less than half a mile from the family house. He plans to use the land for a cash crop, saying it has high quality soil.

Sydney Kleman, 21, of Putnam County is the recipient of the $1,500 Bill Tom Memorial Scholarship, which is awarded to a graduating high school senior or college student seeking an agricultural degree. She is a senior at the University of Findlay

finishing a degree in animal science with a minor in business management. She was an OCA youth activities intern, helping coordinate the Ohio Beef Expo Junior Show, assisting with youth activities at the BEST shows and creating social media posts for the BEST program.

Sydney used the scholarship money to help pay for her college education. Her goal is to find a career in agriculture, saying she’s passionate about the industry that she grew up in.

“I’m a diehard for the ag industry. It’s helped me to be a better person and give back to the industry by educating people in the community about how much agriculture affects them on a daily basis. Almost everything we do is backed by the ag industry and not a lot of people know that,” she said.

Sydney, who has been showing cattle since she was 9 years old, first met Bill at the state fair a couple of years ago when she won showmanship.

“He helped us get settled in and was always willing to help people with whatever they needed,” she said. “Bill was always focused on youth and their families and was a good inspiration of what others should be in the industry.”

Both Sydney and Ryan encouraged others to apply for the Bill Tom and other Ohio Cattlemen’s Foundation scholarships, saying it was an easy process.

“Scholarships like these are very important because they give opportunities for young people who are involved in the industry and are the future of agriculture. They’re an investment in young people,” Sydney said.

Ryan said he hopes someday to be as impactful with the next generation as Bill was for him.

Currently, he’s chairman of the Ohio Beef Youth Council, a position that he said Bill inspired him to apply for.

“Honestly, I think if you ask somebody if they knew Bill Tom, they’d have a story to tell, too. The biggest thing for me was that first impression I got of him and it stuck true to me. I think that’s the biggest thing – that you’re genuine and authentic,” Ryan said.

Ryan Bowsher, 2024 Bill Tom Success Grant Recipient

Applications are due Oct. 31 for the Bill Tom scholarship and grant. To apply visit, www.ohiocattle.org.

Bill Tom Memorial Scholarship One $1,500 scholarship will be awarded to a graduating high school senior or college student who is enrolled in a two-year or four-year Ohio college or university seeking an agricultural degree.

Bill Tom Memorial Success Grant One $1,500 success grant will be awarded to a young person returning to the farm. Funds can be used for purchasing farm equipment or cattle or to offset the cost of learning a trade skill such as diesel mechanics, welding school, artificial insemination, or embryo transfer classes. Eligible applicants are graduating high school seniors through 25 years of age.

Sydney Kleman, 2024 Bill Tom Memorial Scholarship Recipient

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DRIVING THE DEMAND FOR BEEF

Investing in Beef Promotion, Nutrition, Education & Research CHEF ROCCO WHALEN TEAMS UP WITH OHIO BEEF COUNCIL

The Ohio Beef Council (OBC) recently partnered with Chef Rocco Whalen of Cleveland’s renowned Fahrenheit to spotlight the Eat Beef Ohio Passport program. Designed to encourage diners to explore Ohio restaurants and enjoy locally raised beef, the passport connects consumers with chefs and farmers while celebrating the state’s vibrant food scene.

Through the partnership, Chef Whalen showcased creative beef dishes and invited diners to join the passport experience, earning rewards while supporting Ohio’s beef community.

FRESH GRILLING INSPIRATION IN KROGER MEAT CASES OBC is continuing its partnership with Kroger by featuring new grilling recipe pointof-sale materials at meat cases statewide. This season’s promotion highlights one of the top beef recipes for summer grilling, giving shoppers fresh inspiration right at the store. These limited materials are also available for meat markets and grocery stores in your area.

BACK-TO-SCHOOL MADE EASY WITH BEEF MEATBALL MEAL IDEAS

OHIO BEEF COUNCIL & ANNA GEST RECEIVE STATEWIDE EDUCATION HONOR

The Ohio Association of Teachers of Family and Consumer Sciences (OATFACS) has honored Anna Gest, MS, RDN, LD, and the Ohio Beef Council with the Champion for Family and Consumer Sciences Education Award. This recognition highlights outstanding support for FCS programs that prepare students with nutrition, food, and life skills.

Through initiatives like the Beef in the Classroom Grant Program, curriculum development, and hands-on learning opportunities, the Ohio Beef Council has equipped educators with tools to inspire students and connect them with Ohio’s agricultural community.

It’s a busy time of year, and OBC and the Beef Checkoff are here to help make mealtimes simple.

The new Meatball Meal Ideas video series features quick, budgetfriendly recipes that use beef meatballs as the star ingredient, paired with affordable pantry staples for easy weeknight dinners the whole family will enjoy.

Each recipe is part of a flexible meal plan that also includes a ready-to-use shopping list to save you time at the store.

Find the full plan at ohiobeef.org.

BEEF AT THE OHIO STATE FAIR Fairgoers enjoyed learning about beef and discovering new recipes while earning points on their Eat Beef Ohio Passport by checking in at both Steak Barn locations during the Ohio State Fair.

Don’t miss out—get your passport today at ohiobeef.org/ eatbeefohio and collect points through September for a chance to win a delicious beef-filled grand prize!

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: Erin Stickel, Bowling Green, Chairman • Becky Reed, Springfield, Vice Chairman • Stan Smith, Canal Winchester, Treasurer • Mandy Atterholt, Loudonville Emily Chester, Oregonia • Mark Goecke, Spencerville • Lou Ellen Harr, Jeromesville • Rose Hartschuh, Sycamore•Em Mowrer, Barnesville • Ben Klick, Navarre • Jake Osborn, Lynchburg Ben Seibert, St. Marys • Bill Sexten, Washington CH • Susie Turner, Somerset• Barb Watts, Alexandria • Elizabeth Harsh, Executive Director 22 | Ohio Cattleman | Early Fall Issue 2025

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Ohio’s beef industry was proudly showcased at this year’s Ohio State Fair through interactive and educational displays in both the Little Farmers exhibit and the Voinovich Livestock Center.

Fairgoers picked up recipes and cooking tips, while Eat Beef Passport holders checked in at two beef-focused locations on the fairgrounds. OBC board members also highlighted beef’s versatility by serving beef tenderloin at the Ohio Agricultural Council Hall of Fame Breakfast.

All this was made possible by the Beef Checkoff.

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AGRICULTURAL COMMUNITY ACHIEVES REMARKABLE SUCCESS AT CELEBRITY STEER SHOW, RAISING OVER $322,000 FOR RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE CHARITIES The 5th annual RMHC Celebrity Steer Show, hosted by Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) of Central Ohio, the Ohio Cattleman’s Association, the Ohio State Fair, and Telhio Credit Union, raised $322,000 for RMHC, making it the biggest year yet. At $90,000 more than last year, this outstanding number truly demonstrates the generosity and support of Ohio’s agricultural community.

The RMHC Celebrity Steer Show is more than just a competition; it’s a celebration of agriculture, community, and the bright futures of youth. The event highlights the important work of RMHC, which provides a home-awayfrom-home for families with children undergoing medical treatment at nearby hospitals. The Columbus Ronald McDonald House is the largest in the world, and serves nearly 5,000 families each year. The event also highlights the Ohio State 4-H program members who share their expertise and knowledge gained through the Ohio 4-H Youth Development program.

Dee Anders, CEO and Executive Director of the Columbus RMHC chapter, expressed her gratitude saying, “The Celebrity Steer Show is an incredibly meaningful event for us.

We are deeply grateful for this year’s overwhelming support from 4-H families, business leaders, media, sponsors, donors, and attendees.” She added, “The funds raised will profoundly impact our charity, enabling us to provide more than 30,000 24 | Ohio Cattleman | Early Fall Issue 202455

nights of rest for families with critically ill children.”

This annual fundraiser featured 11 teams, each consisting of a local business leader, a media partner, and an experienced Ohio 4-H youth with their steer. Each participant donated their time and expertise to raise funds and compete for awards. The 4-H members who showcased their steers represented a diverse range of counties and programs, including Ashland, Coshocton, Fayette, Fulton, Hancock, Highland, Morrow, Muskingum, Ottawa, Sandusky and Wayne Counties. The award winners were: •

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Grand Champion: Banking on Alvin, presented by Telhio Credit Union, team consisting of Derrick Bailey, CEO of Telhio; 4-H member Taylor Sherman, Morrow County; and Zoe Kent, Kent Farms.

Best Steer: Gunning for the Goal, presented by Boyert-Core Show Cattle, team consisting of Mike Boyert, co-owner of Boyert-Core Show Cattle; 4-H member Jaycee Reed, Wayne County; and Emyle Taylor, 103.9 The Maverick.

Showmanship Award: Team Udderly Awesome, presented by Select Sires, Inc. team consisting of Dave Thorbahn, president and CEO of Select Sires; 4-H member Tavin Warner, Sandusky County; Tess, 99.7 The Blitz; and Matt Barnes, NBC4.

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Best Dressed: Gucci’s Haute Herd, presented by Cardinal Health, team consisting of Adam Zaller, VP HR Services and Learning at Cardinal Health; 4-H member Bailey-Lynn Jennings/Armstrong, Fulton County; and Gabrielle Phifer, NBC4.

People’s Choice: Team Partners for Ohio Agriculture, team consisting of Devin Fuhrman, Chief Agriculture & Sponsor Relations Officer at Nationwide; 4-H member Jacoby Lapp, Coshocton County; and Brianna Smith, Ohio’s Country Journal.

4-H Champion: Bryson Dean, Fayette County.

Social Steer: Tavin Warner and his market heifer Patsy, Sandusky County.

The event culminated in a “sale” where all proceeds from bids went directly to RMHC of Central Ohio. This allowed participants and attendees to contribute without the actual transfer of livestock. In its five years, the show has raised over one million dollars for the Ronald McDonald House, helping families undergoing difficult circumstances. For more information about the RMHC Celebrity Steer Show, go to rmhc-centralohio.org/ celebrity-steer-show.

Over$322,000 raised for the Ronald McDonald House!

Best Steer Gunning for the Goal

Showmanship Award Udderly Awesome

Grand Champion Fundraiser Banking on Alvin

People’s Choice Team Partners for Ohio Agriculture

4-H Champion Bryson Dean

Best Dressed Gucci’s Haute Herd

Thank you to everyone who donated!

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OCA NEWS

RAPPOLD HIRED AS MANAGER OF YOUTH EDUCATION & DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS The Ohio Cattlemen’s Association (OCA) announces the hiring of a new staff member. Kristen Rappold of Pleasant Hill, Ohio was recently named the Manager of Youth Education and Development Programs for the OCA and Ohio Beef Council.

Rappold’s responsibilities include management of the OCA BEST youth development program and its associated divisions, the Buckeye Breeders Series and Stockmanship educational contests.

She will also collaborate to assist others in telling the beef story and enhancing beef ’s image through youth curriculum development and project management within the new Ohio Beef Youth Council.

Rappold is a 2022 graduate of the University of Kentucky, where she

earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Agricultural Career and Technical Education. Since graduation, she has been an Agriscience Education Instructor and FFA Advisor, as well as an Agricultural and Natural Resources County Educator for Purdue Extension.

The youth education position, funded by the beef checkoff and OCA, is responsible for creating educational opportunities for youth beyond the show ring. The council involves youth of all ages and backgrounds, representing every industry segment and level of experience.

Participants will develop leadership skills to enhance their education, build career pathways, and positively influence their communities.

The 2025 date for the Ohio Cattlemen’s Association (OCA) 13th annual Replacement Female Sale will be Friday evening, Nov. 28. The sale will be held at the Muskingum Livestock Auction Co. in Zanesville, Ohio and will begin at 6:00 p.m.

The 2025 edition of OCA Replacement Female Sale will provide an opportunity for both buyers and sellers to meet the need for quality replacements in the state. Consignments may include cow-calf pairs, bred cows and bred heifers. Females must be under the age of five as of January 1, 2026, and may be of registered or commercial background. Bred females must be bred to a bull with known EPD’s and calves at side of cows must be sired by a bull with known EPD’s. Pregnancy status must be verified by an accredited veterinarian through traditional palpation, ultrasound or by blood testing through a professional laboratory.

Analysis must be performed within 30 days of sale. Consignments will also be fulfilling of specific health requirements.

Young, high-quality cattle backed by solid genetics are in demand with potential buyers. Yearling heifers bred artificially to proven calving ease sires are very marketable. A shorter breeding season that results in a tighter calving window has also proven to be popular with potential buyers. As we think about that tight breeding season, consider those January through early May calving females as potential consignments and breeding pieces that will fit calving windows for many Ohio producers. In previous years females bred for March and April calves have been towards the top of the sale.

Evaluate the body condition of potential sale animals and make nutritional adjustments to the animal’s diet in anticipation of a late November sale date. Body Condition Scores in the 5-6 range on a 9-point scale at sale time is a good goal to strive to achieve. Additional considerations when evaluating females and making breeding decisions include udder conformation, temperament and feet and legs.

Kristen Rappold, Pleasant Hill, Manager of Youth Education & Development Programs

REPLACEMENT FEMALE SALE CONSIGNMENTS DUE OCT. 1

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At the 2024 sale, buyers evaluated 81 lots of bred heifers, bred cows, and cow-calf pairs at the auction. The sale included 54 lots of bred heifers that averaged $2,961, 3 cow-calf pairs sold for $3,333, and 24 lots of bred cows that averaged $2,804. One open cow sold for $1,250. The 82 total lots grossed $238,250 for an overall average of $2,905. The females sold to buyers from Ohio, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia.

Sales prices were higher year over year driven by current cattle prices and the quality of the females offered, as the 2024 sale represented a $458 per head price increase over the 2023 sale. Demand was very strong for quality females as 72 lots sold for at least $2,500 and 34 of those sold for $3,000 or greater.

Sale consignments are due to the OCA

by Oct. 1, 2025. Sale information can be obtained at 614-873-6736 or www.ohiocattle.org. If you have questions contact Garth Ruff, 740-651-7140 or ruff.72@osu.edu or the OCA office, 614-873-6736 or cattle@ ohiocattle.org.

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INTERNSHIP APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN The Ohio Cattlemen’s Association and the Ohio Beef Council will be welcoming four interns for the Spring 2026 semester, beginning in Jan. and continuing through the latter part of April depending on the position. These interns will get to work behind the scenes at the Ohio Beef Expo along with many other opportunities. Each internship will require approximately 20 hours per week and is flexible based upon academic course schedules.

after the events. The candidate will also assist with the production of the Ohio Cattleman magazine. The candidate will help facilitate various association activities and industry events while providing opportunities to learn more about event photography and social media.

Interns will receive a scholarship based on availability during the duration of the internship. Interested applicants should forward a cover letter and resume to the Ohio Cattlemen’s Association, Attn: Internship, 10600 U.S. Highway 42, Marysville, Ohio 43040 or by email to cattle@ohiocattle.org prior to Oct. 1. For more information call 614-873-6736 or visit ohiocattle.org

Member Services Intern Members are the heart of the OCA. The Member Services intern’s responsibilities will focus on coordinating OCA’s membership campaigns. This intern will provide support to Ohio Young Cattlemen’s programs and membership updates and newsletters. Additionally, this intern will work with industry leaders while helping coordinate the Cattlemen at the Capitol event at the Ohio Statehouse and the membership booth in the Ohio Beef Expo trade show.

Public Relations Intern The public relations internship is ideal for the student who wants to refine their communication skills. This intern will be responsible for the Annual Meeting & Banquet and Ohio Beef Expo press releases both prior to and

Youth Activities Intern Help foster the next generation of industry leaders in this position focusing on coordinating the Ohio Beef Expo Junior Show including fundraising and show management. This position will work closely with the Beef Exhibitor

Show Total (BEST) Program. The candidate will also assist with other various association activities and industry events Beef Improvement Intern Herd improvement is crucial to the Ohio beef industry. The Beef Improvement intern’s responsibilities include the organization of Ohio Beef Expo’s breed shows and sales and the Genetic Pathway. The intern will help coordinate and execute producer education programs such as Beef 509/510 and Beef Quality Assurance.

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Results & Highlights

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Top 5 Breeding Heifers

Grand Champion Heifer Champion Maine Anjou Brextyn Grabiel, Morrow County

Third Overall Heifer Champion % Simmental Kate Liggett, Tuscarawas County

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Reserve Champion Heifer Champion Chianina Karlie Kennedy, Adams County

Fourth Overall Heifer Champion AOB Rees Toler, Gallia County

Fifth Overall Heifer Champion Limousin D’lelah Laber, Highland County

Junior Show Heifer Champions

Champion Angus Heifer

Ceciila Mursinna, Clermont County

Reserve Champion Angus Heifer

Logan Davis, Gallia County

Champion Angus Bred & Owned Heifer Karlee Kasler, Athens County

Reserve Champion Angus Bred & Owned Heifer Carly Sanders, Highland County

No photo available Champion Charolais Heifer Carly Sanders, Highland County

Reserve Champion Charolais Heifer Macie Miller, Fairfield County

Champion Chianina Bred & Owned Heifer

Brayden Cummings, Highland County

Champion ChiAngus Heifer Emma Yochum, Highland County

Reserve Champion ChiAngus Bred & Owned Heifer Kaylee Jennings, Clermont County

Champion Gelbvieh Heifer Lexi Rittenhouse, Clark County

Champion Hereford Heifer Delaney Chester, Warren County

Champion Charolais Bred & Owned Heifer Sydney Leasure, Monroe County

Reserve Champion Chianina Heifer

Addison Fennig, Mercer County

Reserve Champion ChiAngus Heifer

Champion ChiAngus Bred & Owned Heifer Emma Yochum, Highland County

Reserve Champion Gelbvieh Heifer

Callee Dagger, Champaign County

Champion Gelbvieh Bred & Owned Heifer Lexi Rittenhouse, Clark County

Reserve Champion Hereford Heifer Gentry Krotzer, Seneca County

Champion Hereford Bred & Owned Heifer Delaney Chester, Warren County

Kaylee Jennings, Clermont County

No photo available Reserve Champion Gelbvieh Bred & Owned Heifer

Caden Wagner, Muskingum County

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Reserve Champion Hereford Bred & Owned Heifer Delaney Chester, Warren County

Champion Maine Anjou Bred & Owned Heifer Evelyn Koehler, Fairfield County

Reserve Champion Limousin Heifer

Champion Limousin Bred & Owned Heifer D’lelah Laber, Highland County

Reserve Champion Maine Anjou Bred & Owned Heifer

Champion Maine Angus Heifer Kinsley Moore, Ottawa County

Emma Grafft, Butler County

Mackenzie Bromley, Muskingum County

Reserve Champion Maine Anjou Heifer

Blake Herdman, Highland County

Reserve Champion Maine Angus Heifer

McKenna Miller, Fairfield County

Champion Maine Angus Bred & Owned Heifer

Reserve Champion Maine Angus

Bred & Owned Heifer Masen Jolliff, Hardin County

Champion MaineTainer Heifer

Cecilia Mursinna, Clermont County

Reserve Champion MaineTainer Heifer Rees Toler, Gallia County

Champion MaineTainer Bred & Owned Heifer Brody Bolen, Ashland County

Reserve Champion MaineTainer Bred & Owned Hefier Maximus Krempasky, Clark County

Champion Shorthorn Heifer

Bristol Bates, Muskingum County

Reserve Champion Shorthorn Heifer Kolten Greenhorn, Greene County

Champion Shorthorn Bred & Owned Heifer

Reserve Champion Shorthorn Bred & Owned Heifer

Champion ShorthornPlus Heifer Karlie Kennedy, Adams County

Reserve Champion ShorthornPlus Heifer Chance Holley, Wood County

McKenna Miller, Fairfield County

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Kolten Greenhorn, Greene County

Champion ShorthornPlus Bred & Owned Heifer Blake Osborn, Highland County

ShorthornPlus Bred & Owned Heifer Ashton Burkhard, Highland County

Caiden Roberts, Guernsey County

Garrett Bihl, Fayette County

Champion Simmental Bred & Owned Heifer Caiden Roberts, Guernsey County

Reserve Champion Simmental Bred & Owned Heifer Kalli Atterholt, Ashland County

Reserve Champion % Simmental Heifer Kennley Siegrist, Mercer County

Champion % Simmental Bred & Owned Heifer

Reserve Champion % Simmental Bred & Owned Heifer

Reserve Champion

Reserve Champion AOB Heifer

Madison Young, Belmont County

Kaylee Jennings, Clermont County

Champion Crossbred Heifer

Reserve Champion Crossbred Heifer

Lilly Owen, WIlliams County

Evelyn Koehler, Fairfield County

Champion Simmental Heifer

Champion AOB Bred & Owned Heifer

Kennedy Hamilton, Highland County

Reserve Champion Simmental Heifer

Darby Ayars, Champaign County

Reserve Champion AOB Bred & Owned Heifer Blaine Evans, Tuscarawas County

Open Show Champions

Champion Angus Heifer McCoy Goff, Muskingum County

Reserve Champion Angus Heifer

Cecilia Mursinna, Clermont County

Champion Angus Bull Lilly Gahler, Ottawa County

Angus Premier Exhibitor Davis Farms - Margaret & Logan

Angus Premier Breeders Kingsway Angus

Champion Charolais Heifer Carly Sanders, Highland County

Reserve Champion Angus Bull

Brody Bolen, Ashland County

Reserve Champion Charolais Heifer

Sydney Leasure, Monroe County

No photo available Champion Charolais Bull

Macie Miller, Fairfield County

Charolais Premier Exhibitor

Sydney Leasure, Monroe County

Charolais Premier Breeder CAL R Pyror Woodbine

Champion Chianina Heifer James Myers, Licking County

No photo available Reserve Champion Chianina Heifer Whitney Emmerling, Clark County

Champion Chianina Bull

Chianina Premier Exhibitor

Annaleigh Pohlman, Allen County

Reagan Beneker, Butler County

Chianina Premier Breeder Winegardner Show Cattle

Champion ChiAngus Heifer

Reserve Champion ChiAngus Heifer

ChiAngus Premier Exhibitor & Breeder

Champion Gelbvieh Heifer Hailey Cornett, Highland County

Emma Yochum, Highland County

Kaylee Jennings, Clermont County

Emma Yochum, Highland County

Reserve Champion Gelbvieh Heifer

Champion Gelbvieh Bull

Reserve Champion Gelbvieh Bull

Champion Gelbvieh Cow/ Calf Pair

Tim Sheeley, Highland County

Lexi Rittenhouse, Clark County

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No photo available

Reserve Champion Gelbvieh Cow/ Calf Pair

Gelbvieh Premier Exhibitor Knicely Family, Muskingum County

Gelbvieh Premier Breeder Knicely Family, Muskingum County

Champion Hereford Heifer Delaney Chester, Warren County

Reserve Champion Hereford Heifer

Reserve Champion Hereford Bull

Piper Seiss, Thurmont, MD

Champion Hereford Bull Corey Wilson, Columbiana County

Champion Hereford Cow/Calf Pair Nathan Liston, Medina County

Reserve Champion Hereford Cow/ Calf Pair

Delaney Chester, Warren County

Hereford Premier Breeder

Champion Limousin Heifer Guerney Limousin, Seneca County

Caden Wagner, Muskingum County

Caden Wagner, Muskingum County

Corey Wilson, Columbiana County

Reserve Champion Limousin Heifer Emma Grafft, Butler County

Hereford Premier Exhibitor

Champion Limousin Bull

Cozzens Farms, Muskingum County

Delaney Chester, Warren County

Morgan Love, Fairfield County

Lexi Rittenhouse, Clark County

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No photo available

Limousin Premier Exhibior

Limousin Premier Breeder

Laber Family, Highland County

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Champion Maine Anjou Heifer Brextyn Grabiel, Morrow County

Blake Herdman, Highland County

Champion Maine Anjou Bull

Eric Dunfee, Belmont County

Maine Anjou Premier Exhibitor Brextyn Grabiel, Morrow County

Champion MaineAngus Heifer Kinsley Moore, Ottawa County

Reserve Champion MaineAngus Heifer

Champion MaineAngus Bull

Reserve Champion Maine Anjou Heifer

No photo available Maine Anjou Premier Breeder Hannah Schaub, Auglaize County

McKenna Miller, Fairfield County

Madison Young, Belmont County

Champion MaineTainer Heifer

Reserve Champion MaineTainer Heifer Brody Bolen, Ashland County

No photo available MaineAngus Premier Exhibitor Kinsley Moore, Ottawa County

MaineAngus Premier Breeder Oaklyn Plamp, Mitchell, SD

No photo available Champion MaineTainer Bull

Nicholas Vidovich, Pickaway County

Reserve Champion Mini Hereford Heifer Gracie Goodwin, Clinton County 40 | Ohio Cattleman | Early Fall Issue 2025

MaineTainer Premier Exhibitor

Shelton Family, Highland Coutnty

Champion Mini Hereford Bull Jacob Hiles, Madison County

Cecilia Mursinna, Clermont County

No photo available MaineTainer Premier Breeder Watson Family Show Cattle, Champaign County

Champion Mini Hereford Heifer

4 Wiley Farm, Knox County

No photo available

No photo available

Champion Mini Hereford Steer

Reserve Champion Mini Hereford Steer

Hayden Lloyd, Wayne County

Isabel Hiles, Madison County

Mini Hereford Premier Exhibitor & Breeder

Champion Santa Gertrudis Heifer

Reserve Champion Santa Gertrudis Heifer

Hiles Family, Madison County

Tripp Nicholas, Blooming Grove, TX

Pitchford Cattle Co, Eustace, TX

Reserve Champion Santa Gertrudis Bull

Santa Gertrudis Premier Exhibtor

Santa Gertrudis Premier Breeder

Champion Santa Gertrudis Bull

Pitchford Cattle Co, Eustace, TX

Champion Shorthorn Heifer

Thomas Benfield, Statesville, NC

Pitchford Cattle Co, Eustace, TX

Caroline & Erin Daniel

Bristol Bates, Muskingum County

Reserve Champion Shorthorn Heifer Kolten Greenhorn, Greene County

Champion Shorthorn Bull Brent Workman, Belmont County

Reserve Champion Shorthorn Bull Cedar Lane Farm, Greene County

Shorthorn Premier Exhibitor & Breeder Cedar Lane Farm, Greene County

Champion ShorthornPlus Heifer

Reserve Champion ShorthornPlus Heifer

Champion ShorthornPlus Bull Vanvorhis & Prestige Cattle Co., Wood County

Reserve Champion ShorthornPlus Bull Turner Shorthorns, Perry County

ShorthornPlus Premier Exhibitor

ShorthornPlus Premier Exhibitor

Samantha VanVorhis, Wood County

Jorja Morgan, Gallia County

No photo available Champion ShorthornPlus Cow/ Calf Pair Bristol Tipton, Harrison County

Group of Two ShorthornPlus Bulls Adalynn Shook. Wyandot County

Seedorf Family, Wood County

LEB Show Cattle

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Champion Simmental Heifer

Reserve Champion Simmental Heifer

Champion Simmental Bull

Kaydence Connolly, Champaign County

Reserve Champion Simmental Bull Bella Wildermuth, Licking County

Simmental Premier Exhibitor

Garrett Bihl, Fayette County

Nathan Vidovich, Pickaway County

No photo available

No photo available

No photo available

Champion Simmental Cow/ Calf Pair

Reserve Champion Simmental Cow/ Calf Pair

Simmental Premier Breeder

John Ferguson, Ashtabula County

Champion % Simmental Heifer

John Ferguson, Ashtabula County

Maplecrest Farms, Highland County

Reserve Champion % Simmental Heifer

Champion % Simmental Bull Bella Wildermuth, Licking County

Reserve Champion % Simmental Bull John Ferguson, Ashtabula County

% Simmental Premier Breeder

Champion AOB Heifer Rees Toler, Gallia County

Reserve Champion AOB Heifer Kaylee Jennings, Clermont County

Jaymes Maciejewski, Henry County

Kate Liggett, Tuscarawas County

Laura Cutlip, Knox County

% Simmental Premier Exhibitor John Ferguson, Ashtabula County

Avery & Madison Young, Belmont County

No photo available Champion AOB Bull

Hailey Cornett, Highland County

AOB Premier Exhibitor Rees Toler, Gallia County

AOB Premier Breeder Jones Show Cattle, Allen County

Top 10 Market Animals

Grand Champion Market Animal Champion Division IV Crossbred Essie McGuire, Champaign County

Reserve Overall Market Animal Reserve Division IV Crossbred Annistyn Oszust, Tuscarawas County

Third Overall Market Animal Champion Division II Crossbred Lilly Owen, WIlliams County

Fourth Overall Market Animal Reserve Division II Crossbred Beckett Winegardner, Allen County

Fifth Overall Market Animal Champion Division III Crossbred Rylee Mullen, Coshocton County

Sixth Overall Market Animal Champion Chianina Karlie Kennedy, Adams County

Seventh Overall Market Animal Champion Division V Crossbred Taylor Poff, Geauga County

Eighth Overall Market Animal Reserve Chianina Bryson Jones, Allen County

Ninth Overall Market Animal Champion Maine Anjou Danner White, Ashland County

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Market Animals Champions

Champion Angus Steer Griffin Gahler, Ottawa County

Reserve Champion Angus Steer Lilly Gahler, Ottawa County

Easton McClure, Marion County

Khloe Parcels, Champagin County

Champion Hereford Steer Kelli Brenner, Stark County

Reserve Champion Hereford Steer

Grady Langenderfer, Fulton County

Reserve Champion Maine Anjou Steer

Tavin Warner, Sandusky County

Champion Shorthorn Steer Gavin Richards, Wood County

Reserve Champion Shorthorn Steer

Champion ShorthornPlus Steer Tatumn Poff, Geauga County

Reserve Champion ShorthornPlus

Champion Simmental Steer

Reserve Champion Simmental Steer Ella Grimwood, Ashland County

Champion Market Heifer

Kennadie Porter, Muskingum County

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Sydney Skinner, Washington County

Reserve Champion Division I Steer Rees Toler, Gallia County

Champion Charolais Steer

Reserve Champion Charolais Steer

Cooper Hetrick, Sandusky County

Maximus Krempasky, Clark County

Reserve Champion Market Heifer Luke Fulton, Miami County

Champion Divison I Steer Corynne Kinney, Huron County

Reserve Champion Division III Steer Wyatt Binckley, Licking County

Breeding Showmanship - Session 1

8-9 year-old division pictured from left to right: Champion, Ben David Mears, Preble County; rd Reserve, Camille Kemmerer, Fairfield County; 3 , McCoy Goff, Muskingum thCounty; 4th, Gabriella Habig, Monroe County; 5 , Nathan Liston, Medina County; 6th, Karlee Kasler, Athens County; 7thth, Kamryn Summerfield, Muskingum County; 8 , Piper Heil, Muskingum County; 9th, Emily Jones, Licking County

10 year-old division pictured from left to right: Champion, Brooklyn Berry, Licking County; rd Reserve, Gentry Krotzer, SenecathCounty; 3 , Avery Heimerl, Licking County; 4 , Coy Ellington, Stark County; 5th, Grant Grimes, Adams County; 6th, Jase Vanhorn, Morgan County; 7th, Tripp Ostgaard, Licking County

11 year-old division pictured from left to right: Champion, Presley McQueen, Brown County; Reserve, Mya Siegrist, Mercer County; 3rd, Tori Moffit, Greene County; 4th, Hayden Coffman, th Guernsey; 5 , Wyatt Anders, Greeneth County; 6th, Avery Young, Belmont County; 7 , Kinsley Knowlton, Monroe County; 8th, Evelyn Johnson, th Stark County; 9 , William Vanhorn, Morgan County; 10th, Kurtis Evoniuk, Greene County

12 year-old division pictured from left to right: Champion, Naomi Fennig, Mercer County; Reserve, Kalli Atterholt, AshlandthCounty; 3rd, Brody Bolen, Ashland County; 4 , Brooklynn Warner, Belmont County; 5th, Harper Motts, Stark County; 6th, Harper Bennett, Seneca County; 7th, Carrie Gahler, Ottawa County; 8th, Luke C Smith, Portage County

13 year-old division pictured from left to right: Champion, Peyton Cooksey, Pickaway County; rd Reserve, Wyatt Luallen, Muskingumth County; 3 , Madison Young, Belmont County; 4 , Kayla Ayers, Muskingum County; 5th, Hailey Grieves, Guernsey th County; 6 , Evlyana Burwell, Guernsey County; 7th, Riley Evoniuk, Greene County; 8th, Natalie Liston, Medina County

14 year-old division pictured from left to right: Champion, Logan Davis, Gallia County; Reserve, Jillian Johnson, Stark County; 3rd, Lilly Gahler, th Ottawa County; 4 , Ava Calderone, Licking County; 5th, Kalin Schrader, Putnam County; 6th, Audrey Motts, Stark County; 7th, Piper Shepard, th Henry County; 8 , Abby Wolbaugh, Wayne County; 9th, Alayna Grafft, Butler County; 10th, Layton immel, Tuscarawas County

15 year-old division pictured from left to right: Champion, Wyatt King, Seneca County; Reserve, Hailey Cornett, Highland County; 3rd, Kennley th Siegrist, Mercer County; 4 , Ella Reed, Perry County; 5th, Garrett Luallen, Muskingum County; 6th, Kaitlynn Baker, Wayne County; 7th, Paige th Atkins, Muskingum County; 8 , Caiden Roberts, Guernsey County; 9th, Abigail Gentis, Champaign County; 10th, Zane Zweifel, Sandusky County

16 year-old division pictured from left to right: Champion, Kylie Holman, Licking County;rd Reserve, Lance Brinksneader, Darke County; 3 , Porter Beck, Morrow County; 4th, Sam Stoughton, Madison County; 5th, Margaret Davis, Gallia County; 6th, Peyton Coffman, Guernsey County; 7th, Landry Seedorf, Woodth County; 8th, Tessa Meyer, Putnam County; 9 , Gaige Hall, Pickaway County; 10th, Alayna Biehl, Washington County

17 year-old division pictured from left to right: Champion, Sadie Moore, Fairfield County; Reserve, Delaney Chester, Warren County; 3rd, Gus Wilt, Fayette County; 4th, Kate Liggett, th Tuscarawas County; 5 , Lane Rizor, Morrow County; 6th, Emma Lewis, Medinath County; 7th, Blake Hauswirth, Ross County; 8 , Madelynn Baney, Stark County

Overall Showman 18 year-old division pictured from left to right: Champion, Owen Fennig, Mercer County; Reserve, Cecilia Mursinna, Warren County; 3rd, Owen Seedorf, Wood County; 4th, Darby Ayars, th Union County; 5 , Antionette Grimes, Adamsth County; 6th, Morgan Love, Fairfield County; 7 , Cowen McKelvey, Wayne County; 8th, Colten Worden, Crawford County

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Breeding Showmanship - Session 2

8-9 year-old division pictured from left to right: Champion, Kiera Moore, Ottawa County; Reserve, Dawsyn Bolen, Ashland County; 3rd, Ellie Montgomery, Gallia County; 4th, Kennedy th Hamilton, Highland County; 5 , Kezlee Carson, Licking County; 6th, Raylee Cozzens, Muskingum County

10 year-old division pictured from left to right: Champion, Madison Fisher, Perry County; Reserve, Addison Fennig, Mercer County; 3rd, Benson Wright, Coshocton County; 4th, Caleb Menzie, GuernseythCounty; 5th, Gentry Krotzer, Seneca County; 6 , Austin Bohrer, Highland County; 7th, Macie Miller, Fairfield County; 8th, Patton Laber, Highland County

11 year-old division pictured from left to right: Champion, Kinsley Moore, Ottawa County; Reserve, Caroline Rinkes, Jefferson County; 3rd, Hayden Coffman, Guernsey County; 4th, Campbell th Shepard, Henry County; 5 , Molly Shelton, Athens County; 6th, Gracelynn Tarbert, Fairfield County; 7th, Quinn Ervin, Vinton County;th8th, Christian Cummings, Highland County; 9 , Callee Dagger, Champaign County; 10th, Ashton Burkard, Highland County

12 year-old division pictured from left to right: Champion, D’lelah Laber, Highland County; rd Reserve, Bristol Bates, Muskingum County; 3 , Brody Bolen, Ashland County; 4th, Naomi Fennig, th Mercer County; 5 , Hannah Yingst, Shelby County; 6th, Jillian Brown, Monroe thCounty; 7th, Blake Osborn, Highland County; 8 , Annaleigh Pohlman, Allen County; 9th, McKenna Miller, Fairfield County; 10th, Ava Dagger, Champaign County

13 year-old division pictured from left to right: Champion, Avery Sautter, Sandusky County;rd Reserve, Landon Moore, Fairfield County; 3 , Emma Helsinger, Preble County; 4th, Blaine Evans, Tuscarawas County;th 5th, Brayden Cummings, Highland County; 6 , Emma Cole, Logan County; 7th, Mackenzie Bromley, Muskingum County; 8th, Braydon Burkard, Highland County; 9th, Jackson th Knicely, Muskingum County; 10 , Lilly Knicely, Muskingum County

14 year-old division pictured from left to right: Champion, Tanner Butcher, Hardin County; Reserve, Macy Stanley, Ross County; 3rd, Jorja Morgan, Gallia County; 4th, Josie Shane, Miami th County; 5 , Logan Brinksneader, Darke County; 6th, Addison Jordan, Marion County; 7th, Brianna th Foxx, Highland County; 8 , Ellanor Tarbert, Fairfield County; 9th, Kolten Greenhorn, Greene County; 10th, Griffin Gahler, Ottawa County

15 year-old division pictured from left to right: Champion, Lucy Cole, Logan County; Reserve, Brailee Hauswirth, Ross County; 3rd, Caiden th Roberts, Guernsey County; 4 , Vivian Gibbs, SanduskythCounty; 5th, Joshua Blakeman, Jackson County; 6 , Brady Evans, Tuscarawas County; 7th, Masen Jolliff, Hardin County;th 8th, Harrison Sutphen, Muskingum County; 9 , Hailey Cornett, Highland County

16 year-old division pictured from left to right: Champion, Evelyn Koehler, Fairfield County; rd Reserve, Whitney Emmerling, ClarkthCounty; 3 , Natalee Eichorn, Morrow County; 4 , Peyton Coffman, thGuernsey County; 5th, Rees Toler,thGallia County; 6 , Morgan Neill, Huron County; 7 , Brooke Knicely, Muskingum County; 8th, Barrett th Evans, Tuscarawas County; 9 , Luke Stow, Wood County; 10th, Breanne Workman, Geauga County

17 year-old division pictured from left to right: Champion, Brade Wright, Perry County; Reserve, Carly Sanders, Highland County; 3rd, Ella Pietranton, Belmont County; 4th, Marissa th Graham, Licking County; 5 , Emma Yochum, Highland County; 6th, Tucker Shepard, Henry th County; 7 , Copper Hetrick, Sandusky County; 8th, Ashton Bain, Highland County; 9th, Cameron Burkard, Highland County; 10th, Cooper Hunt, Darke County

Overall Showman 18 year-old division pictured from left to right: Champion, Caylee Sager, Fulton County; Reserve, Colton Beck, Morrow hCounty; 3rd, Kaylee Jennings, Clermont County; 4t , Blake Herdman, Highland County; 5th, Logan Schroeder, Defiance County; 6th, Emma Grafft, Butler County 46 | Ohio Cattleman | Early Fall Issue 2025

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Market Showmanship

8-9 year-old division pictured from left to right: Champion, Karson Butcher, Knox rdCounty; Reserve, Catie Kramer, Hancock County; 3 , Adalee Printz, Darke County; 4th, CJ Reed, Wayne County

10 year-old division pictured from left to right: Champion, Rylee Mullen, Coshocton County; Reserve, Bristol McDowell, Wood County; 3rd, Case White, Ashland County; 4th, Austin Bohrer, th Highland County, 5 , Paisley McIntire, Delaware County; 6th, Kinsley Hoffman, Wayndot County; 7th, Briggs Bihl, Fayette County; 8th, Kendra Light, Hancock County

11 year-old division pictured from left to right: Champion, Ella Grimwood, Ashland County; Reserve, Beau Pickering, Lorain County; 3rd, Grady Langenderfer, Fulton County; 4th, Beckett th Winegardner, AllenthCounty; 5 , Lelah Carpenter, Williams County; 6 , Kinley Brown, PerrythCounty; 7th, Caroline Rinkes, Jefferson County; 8 , Taylor Sherman, Morrow County; 9th, John Paul Brodman,Wyandot County

12 year-old division pictured from left to right: Champion, Annistyn Oszust, Tuscarawas County; Reserve, Colby Hoffman, Wyandot County; 3rd, Danner White, Ashland; 4th, Anslie Cockerell, th Hardin County; 5 , Bryson Jones, Allen County; 6th, Blake Neill, Huronth County; 7th, Jacoby Lapp, Coshoctonth County; 8 , Natalie Bohrer, Highland th County; 9 , Lillian Harder, Sandusky County; 10 , Carrie Gahler, Ottawa County

13 year-old division pictured from left to right: Champion, Garrett Reusch, Medina County;rd Reserve, Chase Wharton, Wayne County; 3 , Reid Bishop, Clark County; 4th, Tavin Warner, SanduskythCounty; 5th, Colton Fannin, Fayette County; 6 , Claire Kramer, Hancock County; 7th, Corynne Kinney, HuronthCounty; 8th, Easton McClure, Marion County; 9 , Lilly Owen, Williams County; 10th, Stella Koehler, Fairfield County

14 year-old division pictured from left to right: Champion, Grace Sautter, Wood County; Reserve, Logan Brinksneader, DarkethCounty; 3rd, Peyton Pickering, Lorainth County; 4 , Gavin Richards, Wood County; 5 , Griffin Gahler, Ottawa County, 6th, Elawna Mohler, Perry County, 7th, Lilly Gahler, th Ottawa County; 8 , Grace Siegrist, Mercer County; 9th, Mason Harder, Sandusky County

15 year-old division pictured from left to right: Champion, Kendall Bishop, Clark County; Reserve, Wyatt King, Wyandot County; 3rd, Sydney Skinner, Washington County; 4th, Hudson Miller, Portage County; 5th, Jaycee Reed, Wayne County; 6th, Mallory Kendle, Wayne County; 7th Cooper Phelps, Union County; 8th, Hailey Cornett, Highland County; 9th Hope Brodman, Wyandot County

16 year-old division pictured from left to right: Champion, Aubree Wood, Sandusky County; Reserve, Rees Toler, Gallia County; 3rd, Olivia Jones, Allen County; 4th, Morgan Neill, Huron th County; 5 , Grace Tuttle, ClarkthCounty; 6th, Khloe Parcels, Champaign County; 7 , Madisyn Brandt, Tuscarawas County; 8th, Luke Fulton, Miami County; 9th, Kylie Searson, Hardin County; 10th, Mason Rickle, Wyandot County

17 year-old division pictured from left to right: Champion, Lane Robinson, Noble County; Reserve, Essie McGuire, Champaign County, 3rd, Marissa Graham, Licking County, 4th, Camdyn th Burns, Union County; 5 , Lainey Schlabach, Holmes County; 6th, Riley Schindler, Defiance th County, 7th, Wyatt Osborn, Highland County, 8 , Taylor Barton, Clinton County, 9th, Ashton Bain, Highland County, 10th,Cole Kleman, Putnam County

Overall Showman 18 year-old division pictured from left to right: Champion, Kya Csapo, Wayne County; Reserve, Tatumn Poff, Geauga County; 3rd, Taylor Poff, th Geauga County; 4 , Noah Lang, Wood County, 5th, Logan Schroeder, Defiance County; 6th, Wyatt Binckley, Lickingth County; 7th Maximus Krempasky, Clark County, 8 , Caylee Sager, Fulton County; 9th, Elizabeth Bok, Defiance County, 10th, Hayden Smith, Holmes County

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Outstanding Breeding Exhibitors Skillathon Winners

Age Division Winners

8-9-Year-Old - Camille Kemmerer, Fairfield County 10-Year-Old - Brooklyn Berry, Licking County 11-Year-Old - Kinsley Moore, Ottawa County 12-Year-Old - Blake Osborn, Highland County 13-Year-Old - Landon Moore, Fairfield County 14-Year-Old - Griffin Gahler, Ottawa County 15-Year-Old - Hailey Cornett, Highland County 16-Year-Old - Sydney Shelton, Highland County 17-Year-Old - Sadie Moore, Fairfield County 18-Year-Old - Kaylee Jennings, Clermont County

8-9-Year-Old - Camille Kemmerer, Fairfield County 10-Year-Old - Brooklyn Berry, Licking County 11-Year-Old - Kinsley Moore, Ottawa County 12-Year-Old - Brody Bolen, Ashland County 13-Year-Old - Landon Moore, Fairfield County 14-Year-Old - Logan Davis, Gallia County 15-Year-Old - Hailey Cornett, Highland County 16-Year-Old - Evelyn Koehler, Fairfield County 17-Year-Old - Sadie Moore, Fairfield County 18-Year-Old - Kaylee Jennings, Clermont County

Top 10 Overall Breeding Exhibitors

First Place OBE - Brooklyn Berry, Licking County Second Place OBE - Kinsley Moore, Ottawa County Third Place OBE - Sadie Moore, Fairfield County Fourth Place OBE - Hailey Cornett, Highland County Fifth Place OBE - Camille Kemmerer, Fairfield County Sixth Place OBE - Kaylee Jennings, Clermont County Seventh Place OBE - Evelyn Koehler, Fairfield County Eighth Place OBE - Owen Fennig, Mercer County Ninth Place OBE - Landon Moore, Fairfield County Tenth Place OBE - Logan Davis, Gallia County

Outstanding Market Exhibitors Skillathon Winners

8-9-Year-Old - Emme Wenner, Delaware County 10-Year-Old - Case White, Ashland County 11-Year-Old - Jordan Hartschuh, Crawford County 12-Year-Old - Blake Osborn, Highland County 13-Year-Old - Gracie Weber, Fairfield County 14-Year-Old - Griffin Gahler, Ottawa County 15-Year-Old - Hudson Miller, Portage County 16-Year-Old - Morgan Neill, Huron County 17-Year-Old - Syndey Stirm, Marion County 18-Year-Old - Tatumn Poff, Geauga County

Age Division Winners

8-9-Year-Old - Karson Butcher, Knox County 10-Year-Old - Rylee Mullen, Coshocton County 11-Year-Old - Grady Langenderfer, Fulton County 12-Year-Old - Danner White, Ashland County 13-Year-Old - Easton McClure, Marion County 14-Year-Old - Griffin Gahler, Ottawa County 15-Year-Old - Hudson Miller, Portage County 16-Year-Old - Morgan Neill, Huron County 17-Year-Old - Marissa Graham, Licking County 18-Year-Old - Tatumn Poff, Geauga County

Record Book Winners

8-9-Year-Old - Kennedy Hamilton, Highland County 10-Year-Old - Bristol McDowell, Wood County 11-Year-Old - Grady Langenderfer, Fulton County 12-Year-Old - Blake Osborn, Highland County 13-Year-Old - Shelby Taylor, Delaware County 14-Year-Old - Grace Sautter, Wood County 15-Year-Old - Cooper Phelps, Union County 16-Year-Old - Madisyn Brandt, Tuscarawas County 17-Year-Old - Wyatt Osborn, Highland County 18-Year-Old - Taylor Poff, Geauga County

Top 10 Overall Market Exhibitors

First Place OME - Tatumn Poff, Geauga County Second Place OME - Hudson Miller, Portage County Third Place OME - Rylee Mullen, Coshocton County Fourth Place OME - Griffin Gahler, Ottawa County Fifth Place OME - Morgan Neill, Huron County Sixth Place OME - Karson Butcher, Knox County Seventh Place OME - Taylor Poff, Geauga County Eighth Place OME - Danner White, Ashland County Ninth Place OME - Case White, Ashland County Tenth Place OME - Lilly Gahler, Ottawa County Early Fall Issue 2025 | Ohio Cattleman | 49

Skillathon Winners

Overall Beef Breeding Skillathon Winner Sydney Shelton, Highland County

Overall Beef Market Skillathon Winner Sydney Strim, Marion County

Prospect Calf Show

Grand Champion Prospect Steer Kaylynn Cutter, Ashland Couny

Reserve Grand Champion Prospect Steer Wyatt Osborn, Highland County

Grand Champion Prospect Heifer Myla McCullough, Allen County

Reserve Grand Champion Prospect Heifer Ava Priest, Highland County

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Livestock Judging Contest Jr Beef Individuals

Jr High Individuals

Jr High Team

1st - Nora Cordonnier, Wood County 2nd - Brody Bolen, Ashland County 3rd - Lucy McCormick, Warren County 4th - Avary Stirm, Crawford County 5th - Caraline Holden, Warren County 6th - Claire Atterholt, Ahsland County 7th - Ruger White, Ashland County 8th - Audrey Hoffman, Coshocton County 9th - Coy Ellington, Stark County 10th - Mason Elchinger, Henry County

1st - Elizabeth Kurtz, Warren County 2nd - Avary Stirm, Crawford County 3rd - Coy Specht, Tuscarawas County 4th - Ella Grimwood, Ashland County 5th - Bristol McDowell, Wood County 6th - Clayton Giesige, Henry County 7th - Stella Koehler, Fairfield County 8th - Natalie Atterholt, Ashland County 9th - Jackson Brewster, Pike County 10th - Mason Elchinger, Henry County

Warren County 4-H

Sr Beef Individuals

Sr High Individuals

Sr High Team

1st - Sydney Stirm, Marion County 2nd - Emma Gerencser, Henry County 3rd - Payton Wells, Ross County 4th - Carly Sanders, Highland County 5th - Braydyn Wolf, Wayndot Country 6th - Ali Meek, Wood County 7th - Abby Isler, Marion County 8th - Audrey Motts, Tuscarawas County 9th - Gavin Richards, Wood County 10th - Clare Hahn, Ashland County

1st - Abby Isler, Marion County 2nd - Riley Burtchin, Wood County 3rd - Maci Atterholt, Ashland County 4th - Ephraim Fowler, Guernsey County 5th - Braydyn Wolf, Wayndot Country 6th - Sydney Stirm, Marion County 7th - Gavin Richards, Wood County 8th - Ali Meek, Wood County 9th - Kennedy Studer, Richland County 10th - Claire Lampe, Wood County

Wood Purple Senior

Caraline Holden Elizabeth Kurtz William Kurtz Lucy McCormick

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Sale of Champions Grand Champion Market Beef

Reserve Champion Market Beef

Sold for $ 75,000

Sold for $ 55,000

Essie McGuire, Champaign County

Live Weight: 1457 lbs Carcass Weight: 939 lbs Dressing Percentage: 64.5% Backfat (inches): 0.4 Ribeye (area, square in.): 17.8 Yield Grade: 1.8 Quality Grade: Ch + (High Choice) Purchased by: Steve R. Rauch, Inc.

Annistyn Oszust, Tuscarawas County

Live Weight: 1462 lbs Carcass Weight: 953 lbs Dressing Percentage: 65.2% Backfat (inches): 0.4 Ribeye (area, square in.): 15.2 Yield Grade: 2.7 Quality Grade: Ch - (Low Choice) Purchased by: Mark & Megan Kvamme & Family

Memories Fade.

Photos Keep the Feelings Alive.

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Commercial Cattle Show Junior Show

Champion Overall Pen of 3

Champion Pen of 3 Heifers

Roger Winner, Darke County

Average Weight: 1540 lbs

Reserve Champion Pen of 3 Steers Kasen Cole, Preble County Average Weight: 1446 lbs

Open Show

Champion Overall Pen of 3

Champion Pen of 3 Heifers

Roger Winner, Darke County

Average Weight: 1540 lbs

Pen of 3 Heifers Champion Pen of 3 Heifers

Roger Winner, Darke County

Average Weight: 1540 lbs

Reserve Champion Pen of 3 Heifers

Lincoln Winner, Darke County

Average Weight: 1289 lbs

Pen of 3 Steers Champion Pen of 3 Steers Kasen Cole, Preble County Average Weight: 1446 lbs

Maddie Gerdeman, Van Wert County

Average Weight: 1526 lbs

Pen of 3 Heifers Champion Pen of 3 Heifers

Roger Winner, Darke County

Average Weight: 1540 lbs

Reserve Champion Pen of 3 Heifers

Lincoln Winner, Darke County

Average Weight: 1289 lbs

Pen of 3 Steers

Reserve Champion Pen of 3 Steers Kasen Cole, Preble County Average Weight: 1343 lbs

Pen of 3 Holsteins Champion Pen of 3 Steers

Reserve Champion Pen of 3 Steers Kasen Cole, Preble County Average Weight: 1446 lbs

Reserve Champion Pen of 3 Steers

Jake Gerdeman, Van Wert County

Average Weight: 1447 lbs

Champion Pen of 3 Steers Kasen Cole, Preble County Average Weight: 1446 lbs

Reserve Champion Pen of 3 Steers

Phelps Farms, Logan County

Average Weight: 1450lbs

Pen of 3 Holsteins Champion Pen of 3 Steers Maddie Gerdeman, Van Wert County

Average Weight: 1526 lbs

Reserve Champion Pen of 3 Steers

Jake Gerdeman, Van Wert County

Average Weight: 1447 lbs

Carcass Awards

Champion Junior Native Beef Carcass Kasen Cole, Preble County Avg. Carcass Weight: 748 lbs Yield Grades: 2, 2, 3 Quality Grades: CHO, PRM ,PRM

Reserve Champion Junior

Native Beef Carcass Kasen Cole, Preble County Avg. Carcass Weight: 768 lbs Yield Grades: 3, 3, 2 Quality Grades, PRM, CHO, PRM

Champion Open Native Beef Carcass Fred Voge, Preble County Avg. Carcass Weight: 746 lbs Yield Grades: 2, 2, 3 Quality Grades PRM, PRM, PRM

Champion Open Holstein Carcass Native Beef Carcass Fred Voge, Preble County Hartschuh Livestock ,Wyandot County Avg. Carcass Weight: 840 lbs Avg. Carcass Weight: 906 lbs Yield Grades: 3, 2, 3 Yield Grades: 3, 3, 2 Quality Grades Quality Grades CHO,CHO,CHO PRM, PRM, PRM Reserve Champion Open

Reserve Champion Open

Holstein Carcass

Ryan Bowsher, Van Wert County

Avg. Carcass Weight: 902 lbs Yield Grades: 2, 2, 2 Quality Grades CHO, CHO, SEL

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Thank you!

STEAK BARN VOLUNTEERS AgCredit Alexander FFA Ashland County Cattlemen’s Bloom-Carroll FFA Center Street Meat Market Certified Angus Beef Chief Logan FFA Clark County Cattlemen’s Crawford County Cattlemen’s Evergreen FFA Fairfield County Fayette County Cattle Feeders Henry County Cattlemen’s

Liberty-Benton Logan Elm Livestock Madison Plains FFA Meadowbrook FFA Millcreek-West Unity FFA Ohio Junior Angus Association OSU Extension Beef Team OSU Meat Science Group

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Shenandoah FFA Union Local FFA Union Saving Bank United Producers, Inc.

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OCA Executive Director Elizabeth Harsh with Agriculture Director Brian Baldridge and OCA President Mark Goecke, and Member AtLarge Frank Phelps.

Ohio House and Agriculture Committee Chair Roy Kolpfenstein with OCA board members.

OCA Member At-Large Frank Phelps with Rep. Meredith Lawson - Rowe.

OCA President and board member with Don Jones, State Executive Director of the USDA Farm Service Agency.

Representative Christine Cockley with OCA board members.

Senator Tim Shaffer with Mark Goecke and Frank Phelps, OCA board members.

Representative Bob Peterson with OCA board members.

OCA board members visit with Senator Susan Manchester.

The Ohio State Fair is an excellent opportunity to meet with elected officials, show them around the beef barn and establish working relationships that will benefit the industry.

Relationships like these come full circle when the Ohio Cattlemen’s Association (OCA) is working on issues important to the business interests of beef farmers across the state and the country.

Senator Kyle Koehler with OCA President Mark Goecke and Frank Phelps.

OCA Executive Director Elizabeth Harsh with Representative Tracy Richardson.

These meetings and face-to-face interactions make it easy for OCA board members to reach out by email or cell phone to advocate on behalf of our members.

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OHIO CATTLEMEN’S FOUNDATION NEWS

OVER 20 SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE TO FUTURE CATTLE INDUSTRY LEADERS Several college scholarships are currently available to cattle industry youth through the Ohio Cattlemen’s Foundation (OCF).

These scholarships are administered in conjunction with the following organizations and individuals.

Tagged for Greatness Four $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to a college student who is enrolled in an agricultural program or a graduating high school senior who plans to study agriculture at a college or university. This scholarship is made possible by the sale of Ohio’s beef specialty license plates. For information on purchasing beef plates, contact Oplates.com or your local Bureau of Motor Vehicles.

Cattlemen’s Country Club Four $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to a college student who is enrolled in a two-year or four-year program or a graduating high school senior who plans to attend a college or university majoring in an agricultural or non-agricultural program. This scholarship is made possible by proceeds from the beef putt-putt golf course at the Ohio State Fair.

Saltwell Expo Scholarship Two $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to a college student who is enrolled in an agricultural program or a graduating high school senior who plans to study agriculture at a college or university. This scholarship is sponsored by Saltwell Western Store, owned by Jay and Sally Puzacke and the Ohio Beef Expo. The scholarship is funded by a percentage of sales from the official line of Expo clothing sold through Saltwell’s trade show booth at the Ohio Beef Expo.

Noah Cox Memorial Scholarship One $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to a college student who is enrolled in a two-year or four-year program or a graduating high school senior who plans to attend a college or university majoring in a agricultural or non-agricultural program. This scholarship was created in honor of Noah Cox who passed away in May 2017.

Cattlemen’s Gala Scholarship Twelve $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to college students who are enrolled in an agricultural program or a graduating high school senior who plans to study agriculture at a college

or university. This scholarship is made possible by the annual Cattlemen’s Gala Celebration and Fundraiser.

Bill Tom Memorial Scholarship One $1,500 scholarship will be awarded to a graduating high senior or college student who is enrolled in a two-year or four-year Ohio college or university seeking an agricultural degree.

Bill Tom Memorial Success Grant One $1,500 success grant will be awarded to a young person returning to the farm. Funds can be used for purchasing farm equipment or cattle or to offset the cost of learning a trade skill such as diesel mechanics, welding school, artificial insemination, or embryo transfer classes. Eligible applicants are graduating high school seniors through 25 years of age.

To Apply Applications are now being accepted and are due Oct. 31. Note: Applicants are only eligible to receive one Foundation scholarship per calendar year.

Interested students can fill out the application using the form on ohiocattle.org/foundation/ scholarships. Please contact the office at 614-873-6736 with any questions.

The 2024 scholarship recipients received their scholarships at the Annual Meeting and Awards Banquet.

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BEEF BRIEFS OCA MEMBER TOM TURNER AMONG 2025 CFAES ALUMNI AWARD RECIPIENTS

Dr. Tom Turner of Somerset will receive the Meritorious Service award on Friday, Oct. 3 for his positive impact on Ohio’s beef industry and career-long dedication to developing youth as the Ohio State University livestock judging team coach.

The College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences Alumni Society Board hosts the annual CFAES Alumni Awards to recognize a distinguished few of the more than 46,000 living alumni.

CFAES will celebrate five individuals for their extraordinary successes and service.

With backgrounds and careers spanning landscape policy and governance, Ohio cooperative communities, sustainability, Extension Education, and food safety, this year’s honorees not only exemplify how alumni sustain life but also what it means to be a Buckeye for life.

Plan to attend the event to celebrate Dr. Tom Turner and other exceptional alumni.

IN MEMORIAM OF INDUSTRY LEADER DAVE GRUM David Grum, 85, of Belmont, Ohio, passed away on July 20, 2025. He was born in 1939 in Bannock, Ohio.

Grum was a retired Director of Belmont County Water & Sewer for over 30 years. He was a member of the Ohio Valley Cattlemen’s Association and Farm Bureau. He was a livestock farmer and a Presbyterian by faith. He is survived by his wife, Betty Grum; son, David E. Grum; two stepchildren, Jeri Lollini and David Lollini; and eight grandchildren.

The couple were involved in the cattle industry and long-time members of the Ohio Cattlemen’s Association prior to their retirement. Grum served multiple terms as a member of the Ohio Beef Council Operating Committee. And both supported the activities of the Ohio CattleWomen where his wife, Betty, also served as president of the American National CattleWomen’s Association.

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MEMBER SERVICES Linde Sutherly, Ch. | Jaymes Maciejewski, V. Ch.

Ohio Cattleman Magazine

Jaymes Maciejewski, Ch. | Dale Taylor, V. Ch. OCA Award Nominations Due Steak Barn/Taste of Ohio Café/FSR Farm Science Review, London Linde Sutherly, Co-Ch. | Lindsey Hall, Co-Ch. OCA Roundup Meeting, Upper Sandusky Young Cattlemen’s Conference Tyler Humphrey, Ch.| Emily Warnimont, V. Ch. Ohio Cattleman Late Fall Issue Advertising Deadline Annual Meeting/Awards Banquet OCA Roundup Meeting, Zanesville Linde Sutherly, Ch. | Austin Cole, V. Ch | Jared Thomas Boyd Beef Cattle Annual Maternal Matters Female Sale, Mays Lick, KY Youth Programs BEST & Buckeye Breeders Series Maplecrest Farm’s Annual Female Sale, Hillsboro Shane Riley, Ch

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2025 OHIO CATTLEMEN’S ASSOCIATION

Replacement Female Sale Consignments Due Spring Internship Application Deadline OCA Board of Director’s Nominations Due Cattlemen for Cattlemen Female Sale, Zanesville Randolph Classic Steer & Heifer Sale, Atwater OCA Roundup Meeting, Jackson J & L Cattle Service & Guests Hereford Sale, Jeromesville Ferguson Cattle Company 8th Annual Production Sale, Jefferson Brennstuhl Farms From the Pature for a Purpose Female Sale Bids Due Y-NOT Purple Passion Sale, SC Online 28th Annual Johnny Regula Invitatonal Show Calf & Equipment Sale, Ostrander Ohio Cattlemen’s Foundation Scholarship Applications Due

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. | Mark Goecke, V. Ch. Live Cattle Marketing Mark Goecke, Ch. | Jim Jepsen, V. Ch. Austin Cole, V.Ch International Trade Joe Foster, Ch.| Dale Taylor, V. Ch. Property Rights & Environmental Mgt. Andy Lohr, Ch. | Ryan Bapst, V. Ch. PAC – Political Action Committee Tyler Humphrey, Ch.| Jared Thomas, V. Ch. Tax & Credit Shane Riley, Ch. | John Ferguson, V. Ch.

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Replacement Female Sale Pam Haley, Ch. | Lindsey Hall, V. Ch.

Jones Show Cattle High Standards Female Sale - Harrod 2026 Calendar Advertising Deadline OCA Roundup Meeting, Baltic Fall Angus Classic, Newark Ohio Cattleman Winter Issue Advertising Deadline Replacement Female Sale - Zanesville

Ohio Beef Expo Shane Riley, Ch. | Joe Foster, V. Ch.

RESOLUTIONS COMMITTEE Frank Phelps, Ch. | Andy Lohr, V. Ch

Contact information is available on page 6 of this issue.

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

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PARTING SHOTS OCA hosted Lieutenant Governor Jim Tressel at the Steak Barn on the first official day of the Ohio State Fair! He was able to meet with OCA leadership, visit with fairgoers, and enjoy one of our famous ribeye steak sandwiches.

Vivek Ramaswamy, 2026 Ohio gubernatorial candidate, met with the OCA Board of Directors to learn more about Ohio agriculture and the beef industry.

Several junior beef exhibitors shared their stories and experiences through media interviews during the Ohio State Fair, discussing the work that goes into preparing for the fair. Thank you to Sadie Moore of Fairfield County and Masen Jolliff of Hardin County.

OCA leaders visited with Governor Mike DeWine and Ohio State University President Ted Carter during the Ohio Ag Council Hall of Fame breakfast at the Ohio State Fair.

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Advertisers’ Index American Angus Association.............................32 Boyd Beef Cattle Annual Angus Sale.............. ...63 Brennstuhl Farms.............................................56 Buckeye Herefords...........................................59 Cattlemen for Cattlemen Sale........................ ...11 Farm Science Review..........................................7 Ferguson Cattle Company.................................18 Four Star Veterinary Service.......................... .....5 Heartland Feed Services...................................17 Highland Livestock Supply............................. .....5 J & L Cattle.....................................................28 Kalmbach..................................................... ...64 Karr Farms Red Angus................................... .....9 Linde’s Livestock Photos...................................52 Maplecrest Farms Female Production Sale..........2 National Cattlemen's Beef Association.............32 Ohio Angus Association....................................59 OSU CFAES................................................... ...29 PBS Animal Health.............................................5 Pik Rite...........................................................31 Randolph Classic Steer & Heifer Sale................32 Reed & Baur Insurance................................. ...59 TestiGrip..........................................................31 United Producers Inc.................................... ...60 Vitalix................................................................7 Y Not Cattle......................................................31 Zimmer Tractor.................................................27

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