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Both Bonnie Glen Farm and Morris Cattle Company show their Texas Longhorns in Ohio and Indiana, as well as a few other states where national shows may be taking place. The Longhorns need to be six months old before they can be shown, and there are many age categories for heifers, cows, bulls, and steers for both haltered and non-haltered classes. The judges are looking for conformation of the animal as well as measurement of the horns from tip to tip. Both the Morris family and the Dunmires belong to the International Texas Longhorn Association as well as the Ohio River Valley Texas Longhorn Association (ORVTLA). Currently, Andrew Morris is serving as president for the ORVTLA. Amber from Bonnie Glen reported that the annual ORVTLA show was held July 21, 2018, at the Wayne County Fairgrounds, with many breeders from Ohio and surrounding states attending.
like to outcross to improve specific traits in the Longhorns. Although the horns may be “king,” Andy and Amber are very conscientious about improving the conformation of their cattle as well. They also keep in mind the color of the animal while maintaining the quality, as they like to have many different colors in their herd.
The owners of these local Texas Longhorn farms extoll the ease of raising this historic breed and their heartiness too. Amber from Bonnie Glen stated, “One of the really nice aspects of raising Texas Longhorns is all the amazing breeders who are willing to help each other.” Many lasting friendships have been made throughout the country for the Morrises and the Dunmires by raising and showing Texas Longhorns.
Morris Cattle Company focuses on conformation as well, with a special emphasis on beef quality. Andrew stated that the Texas Longhorns are misunderstood by many beef producers today. “They are a beef breed and many breeders today are focusing on breeding for a meatier beef type animal. This is different than the thin type cattle of yesterday that many picture. Some of the bulls in the industry today weigh over a ton. This and the other desirable traits that the Texas Longhorns possess give them a place in the beef industry today.”
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rontier Power has been pleased to help bring this event to Coshocton for the past 12 years. The Coshocton Hot Air Balloon Festival is one of the longest-running balloon festivals in the state, with 2018 being the 37th year. The event is free and takes place at the Coshocton County Fairgrounds each year. This year’s event began on Thursday with newly crowned queen Keirstan Hall initiating the tethered balloon rides. We are thankful to the entire balloon committee and pilot Bob Scobee and the Touchstone Energy® balloon for making this event happen. Proceeds are donated to Continued on Page 21
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2018 Coshocton Hot Air Balloon Festival, June 7–9
To learn more about Texas Longhorns, go to Andy and Amber Dunmire’s Facebook page, www.facebook.com/ bonnieglenfarm/, or call 419-651-1711. Andrew and Abby Morris’s Facebook page is www.facebook.com/MorrisCattle-Company-232780936830751/, and their website is www.morriscattlecompany.com.