RINGSIDE ISSUE 8

ISSUE EIGHT

SEPTEMBER 2026

IN THIS ISSUE

A Vehicle to the People

How the faces behind Twin View Livestock prioritize relationships in the beef business.

Dream On

From losing their house to winning junior nationals; how Kenidey Effling found success despite trialing times.

Photo by Seven D Media.

Forging Relationships

An inside look at the NILE Merit Heifer Program from the first Canadian participant.

Junior National Show Results

Angus, Charolais, Gelbvieh, Hereford, Limousin, Shorthorn & Simmental junior national show results.

A message from the girl behind the keyboard and camera of Seven D Media.

About The Kids.

September sure has snuck up on us! As we start the fall run, I wanted to take a minute to reflect on the great summer we have had. Although the road was long, and I had no shortage of setbacks this year (IYKYK), the summer run was inspiring and so incredibly fulfilling. I have coined this the “Junior Nationals Edition” because that is what we want this issue to be about; highlighting the spectacular youth in our industry.

Junior national shows and junior breed shows -although typically overseen by an adult representativeare predominantly youth run. How cool is that! Kids are volunteering their time to help host shows, collect sponsorship, source judges, promote their organizations, and lift others up within their breed.

These youth are holding executive positions, learning how to run meetings and host events, and most importantly, promoting youth involvement in the breed. By supporting these youth boards, you are not only building up the next generation of cattlemen, but the one after that, as those are the kids these board members are interacting with and mentoring.

I talked about this with Joe and Aaron during their interview, but it does not matter if it is a person or an animal, if you believe in someone, they are going to continue to show up for you in return. By believing in these juniors and having them feel heard and seen, we are creating a stronger, more confident group of kids that will pass that energy on at every show they attend.

This year I attended more provincial breed shows than junior nationals, however, they share similar values, just on a smaller scale. The bottom line is that the best shows, with the most engaged kids were the ones where their opinions and feedback mattered.

Last year, the Limousin show asked members what they wanted to learn. The juniors decided they wanted to learn how to show other species.

Although unconventional at junior nationals, they made it happen, and the members learned to show goats and dairy cattle. How fun!

Some shows incorporated more games and team building activities, including water fights, egg tosses, and volleyball matches, while other shows hosted guest speakers and provided more educational opportunities for the kids.

These shows also provide juniors with opportunities to apply their passions. Shelby Horn put together a fantastic logo for the Survivor themed Junior Gelbvieh Show, while Emily Makey designed fun circus themed banners for the Saskatchewan Junior Simmental Show. Some juniors explored their photography passions, social media management skills and others used their fitting and showmanship abilities to host demonstrations. These junior shows are not only an opportunity to showcase livestock and compete for aggregate buckles, they are an avenue for juniors to explore and showcase their skills and passions in a safe, controlled, and encouraging environment. If they fail, they know they are failing upwards because of the people supporting them.

The bottomline is, there is no correct way to host a junior breed show, but to have a successful show, the kids must be at the forefront.

As adults, I think there is a lot to learn from the youth in this industry. If you have the time, volunteer. If you have the funds, sponsor a class.

If you have the desire to be inspired, attend a show and talk to the kids. They really are the future leaders of the cattle industry.

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A Vehicle to the People

How Joe and Aaron build the Twin View reputaion on relationships and their contribution to helping revive the Canadian Junior Gelbvieh Show.

In the cattle business, success can often be measured in sale averages, banners won, and the quality of the cattle produced. However, for Joe Barnett and Aaron Birch of Twin View Livestock, the true measure of success reaches far beyond the cattle themselves. Built through hard work, calculated risk and a genuine passion for the Gelbvieh breed, Twin View has become much more than a seedstock operation. It is a place where customers become friends, fellow breeders become peers, and young people are given opportunities to learn, compete and grow. From the cattle they select to the people they welcome into their lives, Joe and Aaron approach the industry with curiosity, humility and a belief that relationships are at the heart of everything they do. Their story is ultimately not just about building a cow herd, but about building a family within the beef industry.

Joe Barnett and Aaron Birch own and operate Twin View Livestock of Parkbeg, SK; a 145 head, seedstock Gelbvieh operation. Since moving to Parkbeg in 2017, the couple has developed their program and now host a fall female sale and spring bull sale annually.

Although Joe and Aaron both come from farming backgrounds, Twin View Livestock is founded and fully funded by Joe and Aaron; a rarity in today’s economy.

The couple was able to do so as a result of financial risks and investments they made during BSE, buying cows.

The independence frees Joe and Aaron from any generational discourse that many other operations face.

Joe and Aaron are the sole decision-makers, financial backers, and assume all the risk (and reward) of Twin View.

The Twin View name is a combination of their family operations; Twin Bridge Farms from the Birch side and City View Simmentals from the Barnetts.

Joe and Aaron evaluating cattle at the Manitoba Ag Ex Show in Brandon, MB. Following high school, Joe left the family farm to further his athletic career at the post secondary level. He attended school in North Dakota, returning home with an education degree. Meanwhile, “cow-crazy” Aaron attended Olds College, receiving a diploma in production and management.

Initially following the couple’s move to Parkbeg Joe held a full-time teaching position, while Aaron worked part-time for a local farmer, all while managing their 125 head cow herd. At one point, Joe was not only the students’ teacher, but also their bus driver. He picked them up for school, taught them all day, and drove them home afterwards.

Eventually, Joe and Aaron’s desire to develop their seedstock operation, and the value of their time on-farm outweighed the off-farm benefits, and led both partners to take on full-time roles at Twin View.

Aarons’ family of Lomond, AB is how 12 year old Aaron was first introduced to the Gelbvieh breed. In 2000, they purchased their first Gelbvieh bull to use on their mixedbreed, commercial cow-calf operation. Having tried other breeds of bulls, they found the Gelbvieh breed provided them with the most balance, eliminating extremes, and “checking the most boxes”. That fall, the Birch family returned to purchase some Gelbvieh females to add to their herd. Although Twin Bridge was predominantly a commercial operation, Aaron’s passion for genetics slowly developed their purebred division through his 4-H and junior show projects. Aaron has now marketed and sold Gelbvieh bulls for 21 years.

This initial introduction led Aaron to become a Canadian Junior Gelbvieh Association (CJGA) member. During his time with the CJGA, Aaron held executive positions and helped host the national junior Gelbvieh show, alongside his peers Olivia (Milne) Koziak and Jessica (Andruchow) Pearson. Following their graduation from the program, the CJGA took a nearly 15 year hiatus from hosting the show, until they reunited in 2021 to revive the event.

Below: Twin View at Farmfair International 2025 with their Grand Champion Gelbvieh Female, AWB Twin View Lexxus 58L. Lexxus went on to place fourth overall in the Alberta Supreme later that week.

During this time, Joe was active with the Saskatchewan Young Canadian Simmental Association (SYCSA), holding the position of president and helping host what is now the Tiger Lily Classic show. Through his involvement with his family’s Simmental operation and the SYCSA program, Joe developed a strong skill set that allowed him to transition smoothly to raising Gelbvieh cattle. Joe and Aaron still own 30 Simmental cows with Joe’s family at City View Simmentals of Moose Jaw, SK. Aaron and Joe worked with Aaron’s family at Twin Bridge in Alberta, before they purchased their farm in Parkbeg, SK. The homestead that is now the headquarters for Twin View Livestock was the only property the couple looked at. It was actually being sold by a familiar face; a past bull customer from Joe’s family’s sale.

In October of 2019 Joe and Aaron hosted the first Function and Finesse female sale on the farm. This new sale filled a need for young Gelbvieh producers. This year, the sale includes 7 partners, making up approximately one third of the sale offerings. All females are managed by Aaron and Joe leading up to the sale to ensure a consistent offering and a similar level of readiness. In a world where presentation is weighed heavily, Joe and Aaron ensure both their own and their partner’s cattle are clipped, pictured, videoed, and represented at the highest quality. The eighth annual sale will be held October 16, 2026.

Photo by: Showchampions, image provided.

Naturally, their bull sale found its way home as well. After 20 years of marketing bulls, the 2025 Twin View Bull Sale was hosted at the homestead, and will continue to not only be an industry outing, but a community event for years to come.

When flipping through any of the Twin View sale catalogues, four main cow families will be prominent: the Macy’s, the Sugar’s, the Baha’s, and the Gracie Gayle’s.

“Just about every animal on this farm goes back to one if not multiple of these four females… that has helped us build the consistency of our type,” commented Joe. In developing the “Twin View Type”, Joe and Aaron brought their progressive mindset to a traditional breed, by selecting for more attractive traits such as extended necks and skull shape. However, their program is based on the foundation of good structure, feet and udders.

“We avoid ‘one-offs’. If you find one that you really love, but if you go back a generation and they are very different, how are those cattle going to breed?” added Aaron.

From the very beginning, Aaron made investments that reflected these values.

Twin View is no stranger to show ring success, having raised and exhibited several national and world Gelbvieh champions. Their first national champion bull came in 2019 with The Boxer 21D, who was a grandson to one of the cows Aaron purchased in 2003 after the BSE market crash.

He paid $850 for The Boxer’s grand-dam and The Boxer’s mother is still on the farm at 14 years old.

“We are very fortunate in our breed that we haven’t gotten into heavy competition with the feed pan like so many breeds have,” commented Joe. “That is a pretty large benefit in our breed… we can keep our cattle fairly fresh and like cattle that are athletic.”

This has allowed Joe and Aaron to exhibit bulls in their show string that can maintain their condition after their time in the show ring is over. There are two, eight year old Twin View bulls still in production; one in Saskatchewan and one in Washington. One of those was the Senior Bull Calf Champion at Canadian Western Agribition, and the other was a part of the National Reserve Champion Pair. “(These bulls) were competitive, yet they were developed in a way that they can go out and work, and have some longevity,” mentioned Aaron.

“What we call the original Gracie Gayle is actually a descendant of the very first Gelvieh bull we ever bought, and a female from the second group of Gelbvieh females we bought,” commented Aaron.

Most recently, Twin View exhibited the Sixth Overall Supreme Female at Farmfair International. This is especially impressive as they were no longer competing with other Gelbviehs, but rather representing the breed against the best of the best of all beef breeds.

Among their 2026 Function and Finesse offerings, there is a granddaughter of the original matriarch.

AWB Birchs The Boxer 21D, Twin View’s first National Champion Bull, declared at the 2019 Canadian Western Agribition.

Photo by: Showchampions, image provided.

“We have always said that we want our cattle to not just look good for a Gelbvieh, but also in terms of something that fits the industry,” noted Joe. “We want our cattle to be at a level where they are appreciated, regardless of what breed you come from.”

The couple draws influence and inspiration from other breeders, watching and attending other breed’s sales, viewing their stalls at Farmfair and Agribition, and viewing sale catalogues.

“We often describe ourselves as students of the industry.

This industry made us who we are, and we are far from where we think we could be some day,” mentioned Joe. “I think the other thing we do pretty strategically is if we find something we really love, we tweak it and put our own spin on it… If you invest your heart and soul into something, people see that authenticity. If you just mirror and copy what others are doing, that’s not authentically you. That’s not your soul in that work.”

When acquiring new genetics, Joe and Aaron take the same approach. “We don’t make breeding decisions based on show results, ever. Our bottom line always is, ‘what do our commercial breeders want?’” concluded Joe. “It is easy as seedstock producers to create a disconnect between what our commercial breeders want and what the show ring wants. Those things -in many cases- are not the same thing.

We always lean to where our commercial breeder wants us to be.”

Combining their customers’ input with industry experience, Joe and Aaron focus on sourcing genetics with good, functional cow families in the pedigree and balanced EPD’s that will help bring value to any herd. Afterall, that is why Aaron’s family pursued Gelbviehs originally.

“On the EPD side, we try to avoid extremes, and we try to balance those EPDs… we would be inclined to (pursue) a bull that is a little over average in most traits, opposed to a bull that is really over average in one or two traits and low in the others,” commented Aaron.

“Trait leaders are outliers a lot of the time and they are red flags for us,” added Joe. When acquiring new genetics, it is important for Joe and Aaron to see the dam and the cows behind the pedigree.

This emphasis on maternal traits have allowed them to have a structurally consistent cow herd at Twin View.

AWB Twin View Gayle 78E, Twin View’s first National Champion Female, and the dam behind the “Gracie Gayle” cow family.

“We make a point of trying to see these cattle with our own eyes,” commented Joe. This “boots on the ground” approach has led Joe and Aaron to some of their most beloved herdsires. One of their more recent acquisitions was JEN Bar None J107 ET, a spring born bull they found 20 minutes south of the Canadian/ United States Border. They were confident in him as they were pleased with the cows that lined his pedigree. He has sired many of their best young cows including their sixth overall Farmfair Supreme Female.

It is because of Joe and Aaron’s willingness to tour other operations that they were also confident in purchasing CIBS Dunbar 3962L from Iowa despite being lower in the sale order.

“He was three quarters of the way through the sale order because he didn’t have a huge EPD profile, but he was really good footed, was good looking and his mom was beautiful,” commented Joe. Progeny of Dunbar were the highest averaging Gelbvieh sire group in Canadian bull sales this spring.

When travelling, Joe and Aaron will pull up the breed registry and find purebred operations to tour while they are in different areas. Although this is a great way to source genetics, it also generates relationships and shows breeders their appreciation. An unwritten slogan of Twin View’s is, “Cattle are simply a vehicle to the people.” Joe and Aaron live by those words, and find the fellowship is reciprocated whether it be in buys and bids at their sale, or simply staying in touch beyond those initial tours. The relationships they create and maintain are what Joe and Aaron are most proud of.

Above: Joe and Aaron with their “kids” at the 2026 Canadian Junior Gelbvieh Show in

Those relationships are not just with other breeders, but also Stettler, AB. Four of the top six yearling heifers at the show were purchased through the the juniors Joe and Aaron get to work with as customers Function and Finesse sale. Additionally, the Champion Bull Calf was the product of a past purchase, as well as the Senior Champion Female holding the Twin View prefix. and through the CJGA. After reinstating the national show in 2021, Joe has taken on the role of adult advisor, alongside Right-Upper: Aaron providing a junior with comments at the Prince Albert Fair during Jessica Pearson, and Aaron carries the role of Barn Boss for the Dean Horn Memorial Bred Heifer Show. the duration of the show weekend. Over the course of the weekend, you will find Joe emceeing events, helping juniors Right-Lower: Joe helping a junior fit a back leg at the 2025 Canadian Western Agribition in Regina, SK. with contests, and providing a light-hearted energy to a competitive environment. Aaron is often found marshalling, “I make sure that every competition has an entry point for assisting kids of all ages, and providing a calming sense of every kid. If you are athletic, academic, artistic, wherever direction no matter the contest, no matter the child. your skillset is, I work really hard to create a competition where everyone can achieve some level of success,” What is unique about the CJGA show is the variety of contests. Each year the show alternates between the Stettler, commented Joe. AB and Swift Current, SK facilities. Stettler provides a better set-up for show team judging, whereas Swift Current lends A contest is created each year strategically designed to itself to other contests. However, there are always additional encourage families to have difficult conversations at home.

The marketing competition is one that is done before the contests that are not announced until the show, including show, but it is the topics that open the door to conversathe “Fencing Face-off ” held at the 2026 show in Stettler. tions. Past topics have included mental health in agriculture During the contest, juniors would compete in a “sudden and budgeting. death” heat where they were to hammer a nail into a tree stump. If they did so the fastest, they advanced to the next At the 2024 show in Stettler, during the banquet the round where they were to attach a piece of wire to a pallet junior champion was asked to share his project on the topic using two staples. The successful competitors moved into the final round where they had to splice a barbed wire fence. of mental health. He shared the experience his family had with suicide, and there was not a dry eye in the banquet Despite not being a traditional junior national contest, it hall when he was done. Not only did that project generate a provided a lot of laughs, and an opportunity for some kids conversation with his family, but it also brought the issue to to shine that are maybe not as keen towards showmanship the attention of all banquet attendees. or grooming classes.

“We always try to have a competition that is about engaging in conversation. It is about opening an opportunity for families to engage in that conversation and talk about hard things… But at the end of the day, it is about building capacity in kids because if we avoid tough conversations with kids, we are setting them up for failure. They are going to come into those hard things at some point. If we can guide them into those things in a safe and constructive way, they will be equipped to handle them when they get there,” added Joe. Although they do not have any children of their own, Joe and Aaron are extremely passionate towards junior programs, whether it be CJGA, other junior breed associations, the 4-H program, or beyond. Over the years, Twin View has mentored a number of young cattle enthusiasts that have gone on to do great things in their own breeds and careers.

When asked for the advice they would give young producers, Joe commented, “Never, ever assume that you got this… you will be humbled, and we all need to be humbled. But if you go into every situation with a willingness to learn and an open mind, and work hard, anything is possible. But never assume that you’ve got this.”

“It is a people business, and people want to be around and do business with people who are good human beings,” Aaron noted. “If you treat people unkind, do not be surprised when they return the favor,” added Joe.

After nearly two decades of raising and marketing bulls, building a cow herd, exhibiting cattle and working alongside breeders and juniors, Joe and Aaron have learned that the beef business is about far more than cattle. The genetics matter, the feet, udders, EPDs and cow families matter, but so does picking up the phone, touring other producers pens, listening to what the commercial cattleman needs, or giving a young person a little confidence when they need it most.

“We are really grateful to be with those young people. Like really grateful,” commented Joe. “We take that responsibility Those are the things that have built Twin View’s reputation just as much as the cattle have. Joe and Aaron may really, really seriously. It is a major blessing that those continue to chase the next great cow family or herd sire, families will share their kids with us.” but their greatest investment has always been in the people around them. “Cattle are simply a vehicle to the people” may be an unwritten slogan for Twin View, but it is clear that Joe and Aaron believe it wholeheartedly.

Below: Several junior Gelbvieh members hugging Joe after a fun weekend at the CJGA National Show

Dream On

Finding national success, following unfortunate circumstances; Kenidey Effling’s AJSA National Classic Experience.

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For 20 year old Kenidey Effling of Highmore, South Dakota, the 2026 American Junior Simmental Association (AJSA) National Classic was about much more than cattle. It was about perseverance, family, and trusting the process when life takes an unexpected turn.

Just days before the Effling family of CK Cattle was scheduled to make the trip to Grand Island, Nebraska for Junior Nationals, their home was destroyed by a powerful windstorm. The storm produced 131 mph winds, leaving them with no power, damaged fences and uncertainty about whether attending the show was even an option. Thankfully the family housed their heifers at a friend’s for a few days, allowing them to prepare the show string that were making the trip to Nebraska.

“As we sat in the basement, so many thoughts raced through our minds. Please let everyone be safe. What will be left of the house? What are we going to walk out to? Will the cattle be okay?”, The CK Cattle Facebook page read. “To say it was a miracle that our show heifers and all of our livestock came through the storm unharmed would be an understatement. In the middle of so much uncertainty, getting back in the show barn served as our sense of ‘normal’.”

Kenidey and her best friends & sisters, Cagney (left) and Chesney (right).

The Effling residence following a storm that hit Highmore, SD in late June.

Kenidey exhibited three entries at this year’s AJSA National Classic, the only junior national show the family attended this year. Despite the difficult days leading up to the event, the trip became one of the most memorable shows of Kenidey’s career.

The same CK Cattle Facebook post summarized, “It was the kind of junior national every exhibitor dreams about.

Some wins mean a little more than others, and this was one of those weeks. There have been a number of ‘Godwinks’ since the storm, and this week at the National Classic was another one we’ll carry with us for a very long time.”

Kenidey exhibited the 2026 Grand Champion Owned Percentage Female, Fifth Overall Bred and Owned Purebred Female and also captured the Senior Showmanship title.

“The showmanship win was a very big moment for me because it has always been a dream of mine. Showmanship has always been something I’ve taken great pride in because it’s something you can control. Winning the showmanship title in any age group is hard, but especially in the seniors, with so many talented kids. It was truly an honor to win such a big accomplishment.”

Kenidey has exhibited at the AJSA National Classic since she was eight years old. However, she was no stranger to the show scene, as her two older sisters Cagney and Chesney also went through the AJSA program.

Kenidey and Kristi Effling sharing a hug after a successful junior nationals.

Growing up, I had the opportunity to have two very important mentors not only in the show ring but also in day-to-day life. They also happen to be my two best friends, but more importantly my sisters.”, Kenidey commented. “Being the youngest has its downfalls, but it also has its perks. I got to learn and grow in the show ring alongside them, but the coolest part for me is seeing the support they have given me. Over the last 4 years, I have been the only Effling sister showing in the ring, but there hasn’t been a show I’ve had to tackle by myself.

They have been at every single event helping me, supporting me, celebrating the successes, and figuring out how we can be better at the next one. At every show I sit back and think about how lucky I am to have such an amazing family that shows up and supports me. I truthfully will never be able to express how grateful I am for them.”

Amongst her show string was APB/ALL Phyllis 469M, the heifer that earned Kenidey the Owned Percentage title.

“Winning the Owned Percentage show at the National Classic is no easy feat, and it’s been hard work leading over the past few years.”, commented Kenidey. “It was a very emotional win for me and my whole family..

Getting the Grand Champion slap, I honestly didn’t think would ever happen when we arrived in Grand Island, but it showed us that God has a plan and that we should trust in His plan.”

Photos by: Compass Creative

The Effling family also found success in the Owned Percentage Show receiving Third Overall honours in 2020 with another Phyllis bred heifer. In the United States, showing percentage Simmentals is more common than it is in Canada, although the Canadian shows have seen a rise in commercial entries.

“Percentage cattle have had a major impact not only in our operation, but in the United States.Percentage cattle have proven to improve so many traits between breeds. It’s also a way the industry is growing and evolving and if we don’t continue to grow our industry we won’t make forward progress.”, added Kenidey.

Kenidey was also successful on the purebred side with KTE Ms Nancy 5653N ET, a home raised entry that stood fifth overall in the bred and owned show at the AJSA National Classic. The victory was especially meaningful because the heifer’s grand dam won the National Classic in 2018, and her dam also competed in the bred and owned show.

“The bred and owned show has always held a special place in our family’s heart. We have always taken pride in showing cattle we raised.”, noted Kenidey.

Ms Nancy 5653N went on to win the Purebred Simmental division at the South Dakota Summer Spotlight show later that July in Huron, SD. She also received third overall honours, while APB/ALL Phyllis 469M took the Grand Champion Overall Breeding Heifer title, representing the percentage Simmental division.

APB/ALL Phyllis 469M after being awarded Owned Percentage Champion Female honours.

Left to Right: Chesney, Chris, Kenidey, and Kristi Effling. Cagney & Hadley Schotte at the 2026 AJSA National Classic in Grand Island, NE.

“Keep working hard and trust the process.”, Kenidey advises young showmen. “It can be hard to think there’s a plan but trust me when I say that God has a plan and trust in that.”

“Showing cattle is only a fraction of what we do now on our operation, but without getting involved in the industry, we wouldn’t have grown into what our operation is today.

The show industry gave my parents a way to get out, meet people, and learn from some of the best in the industry. We have met countless people and have been provided with many opportunities that have shaped our operation.

Genetic opportunities like a chance to invest in Broker, and owning the late Melody with my grandparents are only a few ways the show industry got us started in the Simmental breed.”, reflected Kenidey. “I’ve been fortunate enough to have lots of success in the show ring, and over the next few years I’m looking forward to finding new things to do outside the show ring. But one goal I have in the show ring is to try to win the bred and owned bull show at the National Classic.”

Kenidey is currently a Junior at Kansas State University, where she is majoring in Animal Science and minoring in Ag Business. Her older sisters were also Wildcats, so naturally Kenidey landed in Manhattan, KS for postsecondary as well.

Although Junior National and State Fair seasons have wrapped up for the Effling family, CK Cattle can be found in the yards at the 2027 National Western Stock Show.

Kenidey’s parents Chris and Kristi Effling will also be attending the American Royal in Kansas City, MO and the North American International Livestock Exposition (NAILE) in Louisville, KY. CK will also be hosting a show heifer sale this fall, in addition to their annual production sale. Their tenth anniversary sale will be held February 13, 2027 in Highmore, SD where they will have over 150 Simmental, Simm-Angus, and Angus bulls on offer, as well as 50 bred heifers.

Days after losing their home to a horrible storm, the Effling family of CK Cattle loaded the trailer for Simmental junior nationals. Although they did not have a house to return to, they came home safe, together, and filled with pride from their recent accomplishments; Grand Champion Owned Percentage Female, Fifth Overall Purebred Bred and Owned Female, as well as Kenidey’s Senior Showmanship Championship. Despite all odds, not only did the family make it to Nebraska, they achieved success at the highest level. The theme for the 2026 AJSA National Classic was “Dream On”, inspired by the Aerosmith song, and that is just what Kenidey Effling plans to do, looking forward to the NWSS this winter, and the AJSA National Classic next summer.

“Dream on, dream until your dreams come true.”

(Aerosmith, “Dream On”).

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Grand Champion Bull: Cornerview Pilot 13P Exhibited by: Dallas Coughlin

Reserve Champion Bull: Open Gates Pops 41P Exhibited by: Lily Bouffard

PHOTOGRAPHER: CHAROLAIS BANNER

CCYA 2026

SHOW RESULTS JUDGE: SARA BETH HOPKINS & BRIAN ROBERTSON

Grand Champion Owned Female: GUM Pride 572N Exhibited by: Charlie Oattes

Reserve Champion Owned Female: EF Primrose 2314 Exhibited by: Anna Enright

C JAA Showdown

JULY 16-18, 2026 AYER’S CLIFF, QC

National Champion Red Angus Female: Red Covey Hill Bayberry 21N Exhibited by: Lexi Dietrich

National Reserve Champion Red Angus Female: Red Cinder Heather 1201K Exhibited by: Arthur Brissette

Grand Champion Bred & Owned Female: Sherrylynn A1 Prairie 2N Exhibited by: Emily Hartle

Reserve Champion Bred & Owned Female: EF Primrose 2637 Exhibited by: Anna Enright

Grand Champion Open Female: Worth-Mor Echo 312L Exhibited by: Jordyn Petherick

Reserve Champion Open Female: Red Covey Hill Bayberry 21N Exhibited by: Lexi Dietrich

PHOTOGRAPHER: INNOVATION MEDIA

CJAA 2026

Grand Champion Commercial Female: F1 Nelly Exhibited by: Owen Hurley

Reserve Champion Commercial Female: EF Winnie 38 Exhibited by: Ryan Enright

Grand Champion Bull: The Mac Laredo Exhibited by: River Morse

Reserve Champion Bull: COB Wide Range 219N Exhibited by: Corbin Reid

Special Canadian Bred Champion Award: Freyburn Kristina 90N Exhibited by: Trigger Upshaw

Grand Aggregate: (left to right) Lexi Dietrich, Allison Morse, Gus Reid, Grace Knox, Corbin Reid, Jordyn Petherick, Robbie Garner

PHOTOGRAPHER: INNOVATION MEDIA

CJAA 2026

GOAL February 13-15,

2027

Fantasyland Hotel West Edmonton Mall

EDMONTON, AB

Registration deadline January 10

GOAL Travel Bursaries Application deadline January 1

Bursaries of up to $1000 will be awarded to 12 deserving Canadian Junior Angus members from anywhere in Canada.

Bursaries must be used within the same year awarded to help offset travel and registration costs for attending the GOAL Conference.

The Guiding Outstanding Angus Leaders (GOAL) Conference

promotes leadership skills within the Angus breed. Junior members from all over the nation attend this three-day event that is held in a different location each year. During GOAL the Juniors hear from motivational and educational speakers, participate in workshops, get involved in teamwork activities and develop beef and industry knowledge. Juniors are also given the opportunity to network and socialize with fellow Junior Angus members.

Please stay tuned for more details

www.cdnangus.ca/canadian-junior-angus/goal Watch our Facebook and Instagram pages and visit our website for more details on 2027 scholarship deadlines, awards and other events.

For more information contact Belinda Wagner, Canadian Junior Angus Coordinator, at 306-537-1518 or bwagner@cdnangus.ca

SHOW RESULTS JUDGE: NOLAN GLOVER & DENVER BOLTON

Grand Champion Purebred Female: Exhibited by: Taylor Makey

Grand Champion Commercial Female: Exhibited by: Taylor Makey

S YCSA Tigerlily Classic

JULY 17-19, 2026 WEYBURN, SK

Reserve Champion Purebred Female: Exhibited by: Tristan Tober

Reserve Champion Commercial Female: Exhibited by: Morgan Sutter

Grand Champion Purebred Bull: Exhibited by: Grady Wolkowski

Reserve Champion Purebred Bull: Exhibited by: Cassidy Beres

Grand Champion Commercial Bull: Exhibited by: Cassidy Beres

Reserve Champion Commercial Bull: Exhibited by: Morgan Sutter

PHOTOGRAPHER: SEVEN D MEDIA

SYCSA 2026

SHOW RESULTS OPEN SHOW JUDGE: KYLE & NICOLE LEMON COMMERCIAL & BRED AND OWNED JUDGE: CHAD HOMER

Grand Champion Open Female: Ella Prada 501 Exhibited by: Makayla Green

Reserve Champion Open Female: Eagle-C 48G Lulu 1L Exhibited by: James Rand

C J HA Bonanza

JULY 20-25, 2026 RICHMOND, QC

Grand Champion Open Bull: Elzevir DBL H JR Ewing 510N Exhibited by: Katie Cox

Reserve Champion Open Bull: Torchview Status Quo 67M Exhibited by: Blake Lodge

Grand Champion Bred & Owned Female: RW MHPH 316 Deanna 120N Exhibited by: Kaleigh McNaughton

Reserve Champion Bred & Owned Female: Roselyn Priceless 1P Exhibited by: Roseanne Siddall

Grand Champion Bred & Owned Bull: ABL Magmus 1M Exhibited by: Aidan Lodge

Reserve Champion Bred & Owned Bull: RRF Landman 38P Exhibited by: Mercedes Mastine

PHOTOGRAPHER: INNOVATION MEDIA

BONANZA

Grand Champion Commercial Female: CB J-So 69N Exhibited by: Sophie Liebrecht

Reserve Champion Commercial Female: Mast R Willow N32 Exhibited by: Brianna Rothney

Grand Champion Heifer Lottery: Eagle-C 24E Mindy 80G 19N Exhibited by: Emmit Manchester

Reserve Champion Heifer Lottery: Elm-Lodge K8 New Hope 11N Exhibited by: Jackson Lees

Semen Donation Grand Champion Purebred Female: Creekside 10K Penny 1P Exhibited by: Easton Osborn Semen Donation Reserve Champion Purebred Female: KLR Salad 9N Exhibited by: Chloe Wagner Semen Donation Grand Champion Commercial Female: Eagle-C 12P Exhibited by: James Rand Semen Donation Reserve Champion Commercial Female: OSR J030 Powerhouse 2P Exhibited by: William Dundas “Bonanza 2026 in Richmond, QC was a huge success, having 147 juniors exhibiting 183 cattle, continuing the long standing growth of the Hereford breed.”

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BONANZA

SHOW RESULTS JUDGE: RILEY LAFRENTZ

YCSA National Classic

Grand Champion Purebred Female: Black Gold Ms Hayleigh 65M Exhibited by: Katie Elmhirst

Grand Champion Commercial Female: Black River GOL Dream Lady 12L Exhibited by: Katie Elmhirst

JULY 22-26, 2026 ANNAPOLIS VALLEY, NS

Reserve Champion Purebred Female: JSUL Red Hot Rosie 5122N Exhibited by: Abby Debus

Reserve Champion Commercial Female: IRCC F1 Rosebud 5126N Exhibited by: Katie Elmhirst

Grand Champion Purebred Male: Outback Acres 49er Exhibited by: Claudia Veilleux

Reserve Champion Purebred Male: Big Ker Pyle Driver Exhibited by: Allison Proctor

Grand Champion Commercial Male: IRCC Priority One 632P Exhibited by: Katie Elmhirst

Reserve Champion Commercial Male: WRSF Pop Smoke 4P Exhibited by: Chloe Loane

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SHOW RESULTS JUDGE: GREG & AMANDA PUGH

Grand Champion Purebred Female: Exhibited by: Chayse Hollman

Grand Champion Balancer Female: Exhibited by: Colt Hrebaniuk

Canadian Junior Gelbvieh Show

JULY 23-25, 2026 STETTLER, AB

Reserve Champion Purebred Female: Exhibited by: Avry Pearson

Reserve Champion Balancer Female: Exhibited by: Mackena Kriger

Grand Champion Bred & Owned: Exhibited by: Bryce Hicks

Reserve Champion Bred & Owned: Exhibited by: Bryce Hicks

Grand Champion Purebred Bull: Exhibited by: Bryce Hicks

Reserve Champion Purebred Bull: Exhibited by: Luke Loren

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SHOW RESULTS JUDGE: JUSTIN MORRISON

Grand Champion Purebred Female: Exhibited by: Hawkin Mader

Grand Champion Commercial Female: Exhibited by: Kade Rancier

A YCSA Wildrose Classic

JULY 31-AUG. 2, 2026 STETTLER, AB

Reserve Champion Purebred Female: Exhibited by: Quinn Hoegl

Reserve Champion Commercial Female: Exhibited by: Reed Howell

Grand Champion Purebred Bull: Exhibited by: Kaden Johnson

Reserve Champion Purebred Bull: Exhibited by: Dyson Doolaege

Grand Champion Commercial Bull: Exhibited by: Lilly Howell

Reserve Champion Commercial Bull: Exhibited by: Sarah Bowman

PHOTOGRAPHER: SEVEN D MEDIA

AYCSA 2026

Grand Champion Bred & Owned Female: Exhibited by: Rebecca Porter

PHOTOGRAPHER: SEVEN D MEDIA

Reserve Champion Bred & Owned Female: Exhibited by: Ava Timm

SYCSA 2026

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SHOW RESULTS JUDGE: KURTIS REID

Manitoba Youth Beef Round-Up

Supreme Champion Female: RF Miss Reward 427 Exhibited by: Brock Sigurdson

Grand Champion 4-H Yearling Heifer: Exhibited by: Declan Steppler

JULY 31-AUG. 2, 2026 NEEPAWA, MB

Grand Champion Angus Female: KCH Annie K 12M Exhibited by: Kate Hinsburg

Grand Champion Charolais Female: Longview Birkin 30N Exhibited by: Declynn Allum

Grand Champion Commercial Female: RF Miss Reward 427 Exhibited by: Brock Sigurdson

Grand Champion Hereford Female: GRH 029H Ladysport 1N Exhibited by: Keira Duguid

Grand Champion Simmental Female: Grass Roots Emmy 523 Exhibited by: Brock Sigurdson

Grand Champion AOB Female: Amaglen Miss Molly 12N Exhibited by: Lillian Seward–

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JULY 31-AUG. 2, 2026 GRASSIE, ON

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OYCSA 2026

Grand Champion Purebred Bull: Wisers Pickin’ Time 219P Exhibited by: Molly Arnold

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Lunch 11:30am

Open Heifers Open Heifers

Sale 1pm EST

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SHOW RESULTS JUDGES: COLE & JILL HARVIE

Grand Champion Female: Butler Farms Sandy 1120 Exhibited by: Taylor Burke

Reserve Champion Female: Merit Flora 5013N Exhibited by: Emily Honey

OJA Black Out

JULY 31-AUG. 2, 2026 GRASSIE, ON

Grand Champion Bred & Owned Female: H5 Nelly 1N Exhibited by: Alexa Hurley

Reserve Champion Bred & Owned Female: Sherrylynn A1 Prairie 2N Exhibited by: Emily Hartle

PHOTOGRAPHER: INNOVATION MEDIA

OJA 2026

Grand Champion Bull: Loval Sharp Shooter 618P Exhibited by: Emily Honey

Reserve Champion Bull: Worth-Mor National Guard 510N Exhibited by: Jordyn Petherick

PHOTOGRAPHER: INNOVATION MEDIA

OJA 2026

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Matings inlcude: BlackGold Tangleflags 31L SO Remedy WFL Mountainview 4J

SHOW RESULTS STEER SHOW JUDGES: BEV & TAYLOR REID OPEN SHOW JUDGE: RILEY PASHULKA JACKPOT & JUNIOR SHOW JUDGES: JOE BARNETT & AARON BIRCH

Prince Albert Fair

Supreme Champion Female: Bar H Miss Evergreen 43L Exhibited by: Bar H Land & Cattle, Taylor Makey

Supreme Champion Bull: Wepplers Eight Ball 168M Exhibited by: Wallgren Farms, Black Gold Simmentals, Greenwood Cattle, Ivery Downs

AUGUST 7-9, 2026 PRINCE ALBERT, SK

Little Lady Classic Bred Heifer Champion: Ty-D’s High Caliber Elegance Exhibited by: Ty-D Livestock

Dean Horn Memorial Junior Bred Heifer Champion: Ty-D’s High Caliber Elegance, Exhibited by: Ty-D Livestock

Princess Classic Heifer Calf Jackpot Champion: Peters Ms Pretzels Image 17P Lord of the Ring Bull Calf Jackpot Champion: Arch Double or Nothing 656P Exhibited by: Peters Simmentals Exhibited by: Arch Holdings

Grand Champion Steer: Jamal Exhibited by: Brady Hansen

PHOTOGRAPHER: SEVEN D MEDIA

Grand Champion Prospect Steer: Elldem Praised Exhibited by: Elldem Cattle Investments

PA FAIR

SHOW RESULTS

JUDGE: GARRETT LIEBREICH & MCKENZIE PAGET

Alberta Junior Angus Association

Supreme Champion Purebred: Murray Georgina 32N Exhibited by: Myra Murray

Reserve Supreme Champion Purebred: Murray Kristina 76N Exhibited by: Navada Murray

AUGUST 9-11, 2026 BASHAW, AB

Grand Champion Commercial: RF Scream 4126 with RF Tokyo Rose 673 Exhibited by: Kade Rancier

Reserve Champion Commercial: RJ Lizzo 5314N Exhibited by: Gracie Bohrson

PHOTOGRAPHER: BRANDL CATTLE CREATIVE

AJAA 2026

SHOW RESULTS

Canadian Junior National Heifer Show

CONFORMATION SHOW JUDGES: MADISON LAFRENTZ & JAY SIBBALD BRACKET JUDGES: DAN SKEELS, DAVE SIBBALD & TIFFANY RICHMOND

UFA Youth Supreme Quest Champion: RF Scream 4126 Exhibited by: Kade Rancier

Lady Elaine Heifer Bracket Champion: Ter-Ron Queen 106N Exhibited by: Kasey Adams

AUUGUST 12-15, 2026 BASHASW, AB

Grand Champion Purebred Female: Mader Violet 84M Exhibited by: Hawkin Mader

Reserve Champion Purebred Female: Ter-Ron Jaybird 64M Exhibited by: Kasey Adams

Grand Champion Commercial Female: RF Scream 4126 Exhibited by: Kade Rancier

Reserve Champion Commercial Female: Fairland Glamour 2N Exhibited by: Lilly Howell

Grand Champion Bred & Owned Female: Murray Kristina 76N Exhibited by: Navada Murray

Reserve Champion Bred & Owned Female: Murray Georgina 32N Exhibited by: Myra Murray

PHOTOGRAPHER: SEVEN D MEDIA- WHITNEY

JUNIOR NATIONALS

Grand Champion Open Female: DMM Miss Essence 47P Exhibited by: Colt Jacobs

Reserve Champion Open Female: Brooking Rose 5220 Exhibited by: Tennessee Wolter

Grand Champion Pee Wee Female: Red Allison Aster 184M Exhibited by: Tucker Dorran

Reserve Champion Pee Wee Female: LFE PS Laura 103P Exhibited by: Rylan Lewis

Gary Latimer Master Herdsman Award: Kade Rancier

Jaron Arntzen Award: Kasey Adams

PHOTOGRAPHER: SEVEN D MEDIA- WHITNEY

JUNIOR NATIONALS

SHOW RESULTS JUDGE: PAUL STAFFORD & LAURA NAISMITH

Canadian Junior Limousin Impact Show

Grand Champion Purebred Female: McConnells Naked Exhibited by: Jaiden Stull

Reserve Champion Purebred Female: Pinch Hill Norma Rae 531N Exhibited by: Jaelyn Homer

AUGUST 26-29, 2026 WALKERTON, ON

Grand Champion Percentage Female: Redlawn Nothin’buttrouble Exhibited by: Jaiden Stull

Reserve Champion Percentage Female: RTTB Personal 502N Exhibited by: Leah Greenfield

Grand Champion Brian Lee Memorial Bull: Lakeside Pure Exhibited by: Emily Lawrence

Reserve Champion Brian Lee Memorial Bull: BLCC P715 Chicken Little Exhibited by: Abby Staples

Grand Champion Bred & Owned Female: Redlawn Night Out 48N Exhibited by: Jaiden Stull

Grand Champion Market Animal: BLCC Boulder Boy Exhibited by: Emma Qually

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CJLA IMPACT

100K Jackpot Top 5: Grand Champion: Youngs Penelope, Exhibited by: Camila Cavanagh; Reserve Champion: Bee Zee Polled Peach 8P, Exhibited by Cooper Zwambag; Third Overall: Bee Zee Polled Nellie 40N, Exhibited by: Lucas Zwambag; Fourth Overall: B-Bar FIS Karisma 56N, Exhibited by: Kaileigh Post; Fifth Overall: BLCC N060 Miss Six, Exhibited by: Emma Qually

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Supreme Champion Female: GUM Pride 572N Exhibited by: Charlie Oattes

Supreme Champion Male: PCC Huxley463M Exhibited by: Saunders Charolais

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JACKPOT & SHOWMANSHIP JUDGE: COLT BLACKLOCK CONFORMATION SHOW JUDGE: DUSTIN FRANK

Young Ranchman’s All Breeds Livestock Show

Supreme Champion Female: Boss Lake Ms Elle 536N Exhibited by: Brooklynn Boulter

Reserve Supreme Champion Female: Fisk Suzie Q 415M Exhibited by: Blake Fisk

AUGUST 28-30, 2026 SWIFT CURRENT, SK

Ladies of the Grassland Grand Champion Heifer Calf: Boss Lake Ms Martha 603P Exhibited by: Brooklynn Boulter

Ladies of the Grassland Reserve Champion Heifer Calf: SVY Jewel 646P Exhibited by: Katie Kolenosky

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YOUNG RANCHMANS

Grand Champion Prospect Steer: Exhibited by: Quinn Hoegl

Reserve Champion Prospect Steer: Exhibited by: Mia Mackie

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SHOW RESULTS JUDGES: JOE BARNETT & OWEN LEGAARDEN

Interior Provincial Exhibition

Supreme Champion Female: PF Rosebud RLP 27J Exhibited by: Pieschel Farms

Supreme Champion Bull: SOS Nitro PLD 506N Exhibited by: Springside Cattle Co. & Landaker Charolais

SEPTEMBER 2-6, 2026 ARMSTRONG, BC

Grand Champion Jackpot Steer: BJ Exhibited by: Landon Springford

Reserve Champion Jackpot Steer: Stewie Exhibited by: Aubree Higgins

Stars of the Future Champion Heifer Calf: KT Soda 6022 Exhibited by: KT Ranches

Stars of the Future Champion Yearling Heifer: Blair’s 74A Erica 526N Exhibited by: JT Livestock

Stars of the Future Champion Cow/Calf Pair: PF Red Licious RLP 29M Exhibited by: Pieschel Farms

Sires of Tomorrow Champion Bull Calf: PF Prince RLP 28P Exhibited by: Pieschel Farms

PHOTOGRAPHER: SEVEN D MEDIA

IPE 2026

Grand Champion Jackpot Heifer: KT Emmy 5396 Exhibited by: KT Ranches

Reserve Champion Jackpot Heifer: MH Sixx Exhibited by: Emily Hunter

Junior Grand Champion Purebred Female: Luttmer Mia 2G Exhibited by: Marshall Luttmerding

Junior Grand Champion Commercial Female: Hanna Exhibited by: Jarrett Mecham

Grand Champion Junior Steer: BJ Exhibited by: Landon Springford

Reserve Champion Junior Steer:Nemo 2N Exhibited by: Chelsey Trieber

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IPE 2026

Forging Relationships From one Canadian applicant to four, the NILE Merit Heifer Program has become an engaging program on both sides of the border.

On September 10, 2026, the Northern International Livestock Exposition (NILE) announced the 2027 recipients of the NILE Merit Heifer Program. Four Canadians were among the successful applicants.

Last year, Saskatchewan native, Katie Kolenosky participated in the program, being the first Canadian selected to take part. Katie answered a few questions for us regarding her experience with the program, and advice she has for the incoming class.

1. Tell us a little bit about yourself!

My name is Katie Kolenosky, and I am from Perdue, Saskatchewan. My family owns and operates Domes Charolais, a small purebred Charolais operation. I have grown up around cattle and have been heavily involved in showing, raising, and developing cattle. A lot of my experience has come from being in the show ring and through the people I have met along the way. The cattle industry has become a huge part of who I am. I am very passionate about the Charolais breed and the livestock industry, and I’m excited to continue learning and growing within it.

3. What was the application process like for you?

The application process was honestly one of my favourite parts because it really made me think about what I wanted for my future in the cattle industry. I liked that we had to write an essay about ourselves, our goals, and why we should be chosen. We also had to provide six references, with three written references and three that had to be signed off, which made the application feel very serious and personal. One of the coolest parts for me was making a YouTube video about my operation and explaining who I am, what I do, and why I should be chosen for the program.

2. What motivated you to apply for the NILE Merit Heifer Program? What did being selected mean to you? 4. Tell us about your heifer from DeBruycker Charolais. What initially stood out to you about her?

What motivated me to apply for the NILE Merit The first thing that stood out to me about my heifer from Heifer Program was ultimately the people who gave me DeBruycker Charolais was how complete she was. I really the opportunity to experience the NILE in the first place. liked the way she combined femininity with the power The Fettes family of DKF Angus brought me down to and substance I look for in a Charolais female. I also realwork at the NILE over the past couple of years, and being ly liked her look and presence. She was the type of heifer there opened my eyes to how much bigger the cattle that caught my attention without having to look twice. industry is and how many opportunities are out there.

I could see both show-ring potential and the capability Being selected as a 2026 NILE Merit Heifer recipient meant so much to me because I was not only representing to become a productive female in my herd, which was important to me when choosing her. myself and my family, but I was also the first Canadian to successfully apply and be selected for the program. It was a really special feeling knowing that I was bringing this opportunity back to Canada, and getting to build relationships with people in the American cattle industry. When I found out I was chosen, I was shocked and extremely grateful. It felt like all the work I had put in was being recognized, and it made me even more motivated to make the most of the opportunity and make the program, my donors, and everyone who supported me proud.

Katie was first introduced to the NILE and the Merit Heifer Program through Scott Fettes of DKF Angus.

6. The program includes record keeping, breeding, and eventually bringing the heifer back to NILE as a bred replacement. What did you learn from those parts of the project?

What really stuck out to me was getting to talk with industry professionals through Zoom once a month who had real life experience in the areas they were teaching us.

Being able to learn directly from people in the industry, ask questions, and hear their experiences gave me knowledge that I may not have gained through typical 4-H or junior projects.

7. Tell us about your donor, Kesler Martin. What role did your mentor play throughout the program?

Mentor and heifer donor Cutter Martin of DeBruycker Charolais.

5. What has been the biggest learning experience for you during your time in the program?

My biggest learning experience from the NILE Merit Heifer Program has been realizing how much there is still to learn in the cattle industry, even though I have grown up around cattle my whole life. Being a part of this program has pushed me to look at my heifer and my own operation in a different way. I have learned more about breeding, genetics, developing females, and making decisions that will affect my herd long after the show ring. I have also learned a lot from the people I have met through the program. Getting to connect with breeders, donors, and other young people from across the United States has shown me different ways of doing things and has given me ideas I can bring back to my own operation in Canada. More than anything, the NILE has made me more confident in myself and has made me realize that I really do want a future in the cattle industry.

The heifer donor I was matched with didn’t just give me a heifer, they gave me new possibilities and friendships.

Kesler Martin and his family have been amazing to work with, and have supported me throughout the entirety of the program. They have been more than willing to share their knowledge and help me learn along the way. Being from Canada, I never expected this program to connect me with people and opportunities across the border in the way that it has.

8. Was there a particular piece of advice, lesson, or conversation with your mentor that has stuck with you?

The biggest thing that has stuck out to me about Kesler and DeBruycker Charolais is their willingness to send a heifer across the border. Before I was selected, the NILE board had trouble finding a donor who was willing to let a Canadian take their female home and raise her. I am very appreciative of the trust Kesler and his family put in me. They were willing to take a chance on a Canadian girl and give me the opportunity to be a part of this program.

It means a lot knowing they trusted me with one of their females, and were willing to support me from so far away.

This opportunity has allowed me to not only develop a great heifer, but also build a relationship with an amazing family and expand my connections within the cattle industry.

9. Looking back on the entire experience, what part of the NILE Merit Heifer Program has been the most rewarding?

The most rewarding part of this program has been the people and connections I have made along the way. Of course, getting a heifer and having the opportunity to develop her has been amazing, but the relationships I have built with my donors, mentors, the NILE board, other recipients, and people throughout the cattle industry have meant even more to me. I have met people I probably never would have crossed paths with otherwise, and I know many of these connections will continue long after the program is over.

It has given me opportunities, connections, and experiences that I never expected to have at 17 years old. I am also extremely proud to see that four Canadians have been accepted into the program for the 2027 year.

Knowing that more Canadian youth are now getting the opportunity to be part of something that meant so much to me makes me incredibly proud, and I hope the program continues to grow on the Canadian side of the border.

Katie at DeBruycker Charolais in Dutton, MT

10. What would you say to another young person who is considering applying for the NILE Merit Heifer Program but isn’t sure if they have enough experience to apply?

If I could say one thing to someone thinking about applying, it would be to “just do it”, even if you feel like you don’t have enough experience. There is no level of experience you need to have to be successful in this program. The things you learn throughout the program build you from the ground up. I was able to learn so much along the way, and I think that is what makes this program so special. Don’t let being inexperienced hold you back from applying because you never know where an opportunity like this could take you.

11. If you could go back to the beginning of your Merit Heifer experience and give yourself one piece of advice, what would it be and what do you hope to take with you from this experience moving forward?

If I could go back to the beginning of my Merit Heifer experience and give myself one piece of advice, it would be to not stress and not worry about what is to come. It is so easy to get caught up wondering if you are doing everything right or what the next step will be, but everyone involved in this program is there to help you.

Don’t be afraid to ask questions, even if you think they might be silly, because there is so much to learn from the people around you. Most importantly, just take it all in and enjoy every part of the experience because it goes by faster than you think.

12. You had a record year with your show heifer, SVY Elsa. How did your Merit Heifer experience translate into the practices you used with your show heifer?

My Merit Heifer experience has helped me a lot with how I managed Elsa. I learned more about pre- and post-breeding nutrition and how important good management is at different stages. I was able to take what I learned through the program and apply it to Elsa. This has made me more confident in my decisions I made as she progressed.