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ASA Dates of Note

December

Dec. 1

Cattlemen’s Congress Junior Breeding Heifer Ownership Deadline

Dec. 1 NWSS Junior Breeding Heifer Ownership Deadline

Dec. 5

Cattlemen’s Congress Late Entry/ Subsitution Deadline

Dec. 10 NWSS Late Entry Deadline

Dec. 24-31 ASA Office Closed

January

Jan. 1-2 ASA Office Closed

Jan. 9

Cattlemen’s Congress (CC) Junior Shorthorn & ShorthornPlus Show

CC - Shorthorn E.D.G.E. Show

Jan. 10 CC - Shorthorn Pen Show

Jan. 10 “The Summit at OKC” National Shorthorn Sale, Oklahoma City, Okla.

Jan. 11

CC - Super National Shorthorn & ShorthornPlus Bull & Female Show

Jan. 14 NWSS - Junior Shorthorn & ShorthornPlus Show

Jan. 15 NWSS - Shorthorn Pen Show & E.D.G.E Show

ASA Board of Directors

Mark Gordon, president 217-737-7905

Jeff Bedwell, vice president 580-822-5590

Rick Osterday, executive director 605-281-1175

Cory Bollum, 507-279-0480

Tyler Cates, 765-576-0035

Jeff Aegerter, 402-641-4696

Cary Gilman, 515-360-6006

Scott Loving, 520-786-1369

Ben Wilson, 606-782-0754

Shorthorn Foundation

Bill Rasor, president American Junior Shorthorn Association

Samantha VanVorhis, president National Shorthorn Lassies Jacalyn Meisner, president

Jan. 15 “The Summit at Denver” National Shorthorn Sale, Denver, Colo.

Jan. 16 NWSS - Open National Shorthorn & ShorthornPlus Bull and Female Show

Jan. 25 Early 2026 WHR Assessment Deadline - $18/head

Jan. 26 American Rancher Episode

Jan. 31 Fort Worth Stock Show - Open National Shorthorn & ShorthornPlus Bull & Female Show

February

Feb. 3-5 NCBA Convention & Trade Show, Nashville, Tenn.

Feb. 21 Dixie National - Open National Shorthorn & ShorthornPlus Bull and Female Show

March

March 31 Regular 2026 WHR Assessment Deadline - $24/head

April

April 1 ASA Membership Deadline Membership becomes delinquent at 11:59 PM CT if not paid

April 1 2026 WHR Assessment Fee - $30/ head

Don’t let your membership lapse!

Make sure you pay your annual membership fee by April 1, 2026. If you are a TOC Member and your membership is not paid by April 1, 2026, you will become a WHR Member when you renew your membership.

WHR Deadline Update!

2026 WHR assessments will come available to complete online starting November 1, 2025. They will also be printed/sent to those whose preferences are set as so in their DigitalBeef accounts. The Board of Directors approved pushing the deadline windows back, and they are listed below.

2026 ASSESSMENT FEE SCHEDULE:

November 1, 2025 – January 25, 2026 $18

January 26, 2026 – March 31, 2026 $24 April 1, 2026 – December 31, 2026 $30

1. WHR inventory assessments must be completed and paid in full prior to registering calves born in the current assessment period, (i.e. 2026 assessment on a dam must be completed and paid in order to register her calf born in 2026.)

2. Included with each assessment is the registration of a calf born to the dam in the year she was assessed (if calf is registered prior to one year of age) and a free transfer of said calf (if recorded within 60 days from the date of the sale.) (i.e. cost to register a calf born in 2026 to an assessed 2026 dam will be $0, if calf is registered within 12 months)

*Calves born in previous year(s) to unassessed dams will incur additional fees.

Membership Deadline

The Annual ASA Adult WHR Membership deadline is April 1. Any TOC breeder that does not renew their membership before April 1, 2026 must become a WHR breeder – if they choose to renew after the new April 1 deadline.

Send DNA Directly to Neogen

Breeders can now send and are encouraged to send DNA samples directly to Neogen for testing rather than sending to the ASA office. Starting July 1, 2023, a manual processing fee will be incurred for those samples sent to the ASA office for preprocessing.

3 things will be required to send samples in for testing: 1. A registration (or recorded “U”) number for each tested animal

2. A paper copy of the finalized testing form, (emailed from staff, description below) which includes the Neogen order number

3. A barcode number for each animal tested

Breeders can queue up animals for testing in DigitalBeef and select which sample types they have, as well as which tests they want. Once the form is submitted, staff will process the testing request and get an order ID # from Neogen. A finalized printable PDF of the submission form will be emailed to you to print, sign and send to the lab with samples. Checks/ payments are still made to the ASA. Once staff approves the testing request, the breeder’s DigitalBeef account is billed accordingly.

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Perception and Reality: Reflections from the Shorthorn Family Association Outlook

As we close out another successful year for the Shorthorn breed, I can’t help but reflect on the excitement and sense of community that filled our recent Annual Meeting and Awards Luncheon, held in conjunction with the American Royal in Kansas City. This year’s events set new records — from the tremendous attendance at the meeting and luncheon to the incredible turnout at our Friday evening social at the ASA office. The energy, fellowship, and enthusiasm shown by our members truly reflect the growth and stability of our breed.

“For the fifth consecutive year, Shorthorn registrations have exceeded 15,000 — a clear sign of strength, progress, and confidence in the breed’s future.”

Our new membership numbers are strong and more encouraging is the number of new breeders joining our Shorthorn family — many coming from other breeds after recognizing the unique advantages and community spirit found within Shorthorns. The breed is on the move. We may not have the massive registration numbers of some other associations, but what we have is strength, pride, and steady progress. People are noticing the Shorthorn breed for what it is — a strong, family-friendly community built on genuine relationships and shared values.

The phrase “The Family-Friendly Breed” may sound simple, but in today’s world, it carries tremendous meaning. In a time when society can feel increasingly disconnected, people are yearning for the sense of belonging and shared purpose that the Shorthorn community offers. The values of family, integrity, and working together are alive and well in our breed — and those values are drawing people in.

During this holiday season, I am reminded of the words of business author Harvey MacKay, who recently wrote about perception and reality in his weekly commentary. He pointed out that what

Montie D. Soules asa executive secretary/CEO

we perceive isn’t always what’s real — and that perception can be misleading. He also emphasized how important first impressions, trust, and honesty are in building lasting success.

“What you see may not be reality. Perception can be misleading.” — Harvey MacKay

That message struck a chord with me because it applies directly to our breed. Each of us plays a role in shaping how others perceive the Shorthorn breed. Whether it’s at a show, a sale, or a visit to the farm, we are all representatives of what the Shorthorn name stands for. Sometimes perception and reality don’t match — but it’s up to us to make sure they do.

Our actions, our words, and our dedication to raising quality cattle backed by reliable performance data all contribute to the image others form of Shorthorns. The reality is that we are a breed built on honesty, family, and hard work. We care about one another and about the success of the people who choose to raise Shorthorn cattle. That’s the reality we need to project every day.

As you celebrate the holidays, I encourage you to take a moment to look in the mirror and think about the perception

you leave behind — as a breeder, as a businessperson, and as a member of the Shorthorn family. Does that perception reflect the reality of who you are and what you stand for? When we align perception and reality, we build trust. And when we build trust, our breed grows stronger.

The Shorthorn breed has produced generations of outstanding people — individuals and families who embody the best of what the cattle industry represents. Their example has helped shape the strong foundation we continue to build upon today. Growth doesn’t happen by accident; it happens because people believe in the reality of what we stand for.

As we wrap up 2025 and look forward to a new year, I challenge each of you to keep promoting that true, positive perception of the Shorthorn breed. Let’s continue to open our arms to new members, share our passion for these great cattle, and keep working together to strengthen our future.

From all of us at the American Shorthorn Association, may you and your families have a Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year. Take time to reflect on your blessings — and remember, being part of the Shorthorn Family is one of the greatest blessings of all.

In the Know

Upcoming Show Reminders

Are you taking a much-needed breather after the whirlwind of shows this fall? I know we are! Though we do not have any shows in December, it is a time to prepare for all that 2026 brings. Along with that, we hope you are enjoying the holiday season with those closest to you! Gearing up for the upcoming national shows, it is important to go over the check list for each.

Many of you will be making the journey to Oklahoma City for our 2nd Super National of the year, Cattlemen’s Congress. And others onto Denver for the National Western Stock Show.

Cattlemen’s Congress returns for the 5th Annual event, with late entries closing December 5th. Stalling requests are processed with entries; note there are very specific instructions found on their website to ensure you have the best chance of getting your request. The OG&E Coliseum opened earlier this year and will be home to our open and junior shows. There will still be some construction, and the location of the Sale Ring will be in Barn 3 for 2026. If attending, be sure to familiarize

yourself with the new facility. If you have Cattlemen’s Congress questions, please send those to Cassie (cassie@shorthorn. org) for tie show and Wade (wade@ shorthorn.org) for the E.D.G.E. or pen show.

National Western Stock Show (NWSS) comes in next on our schedule for National shows. If you have not entered, late entries will be considered until December 10th. This year, “hill cattle” will make their grand entrance into the Sue Anschutz-Rodgers Livestock Center & CoBank Arena. With the opening of this new facility, pay attention to exhibitor information for any updates to procedures. If you plan to attend both shows, reach out to Wade or Cassie if you need help with schedules.

As January concludes, our team heads South to the Fort Worth Stock Show (FWSS). Unique to FWSS, ownership for open animals must match the exhibitor’s name on entries provided to FWSS. This ownership will be evaluated at check-in. The owner and/or exhibitor is not required to show the animal during the open show. Please transfer

any animals to the exhibitor prior to the ownership deadline.

Dixie Nationals in Jackson, Mississippi wraps up our show season as the final National Show of the year. Entries are now open and will close the end of January. The open show will be held Saturday, February 21st. This is a laid-back show, and a great way to secure final points for the show year!

Full schedules for all shows can be found in the News & Notes section of this issue.

As a reminder, please let us know if you will not be attending a show you have entered. This will speed up checkin and allow us to reallocate tie spaces if needed. We appreciate your cooperation to ensure a good experience for all.

Should you need anything as you prepare for upcoming shows, we are happy to assist you with your needs. Happy Holidays from ASA, we look forward to seeing everyone as we ring in 2026.

Hotel for 2026 Cattlemen’s Congress - Super National Show

Hilton Garden Inn Oklahoma City Airport

801 S Meridian Ave, Oklahoma City, OK 73108

$107/night: King or 2 Queens

Reservation Cut-off: Wednesday, December 22, 2025

View the ASA Website for Reservation Instructions: https://shorthorn.org/event/cattlemens-congress/ Hot breakfast buffet for 2 included per room Complimentary Internet and Parking Complimentary Airport Shuttle Individuals responsible for cancellation fees charged by hotel in case of room cancellation.

Cassie Reid director of shows & events; customer service specialist

Junior Corner

Deck the Halls

“Deck the halls with boughs of holly, fa la la la la, la la la la…”

This season is not just halls being decked, it’s about decking the stalls, show rings, and barns, as we are in the midst of the most exciting time of the year! I want to say a special thank you to all of those who made our Deck the Stalls fundraiser event successful. The Shorthorn Youth Development Fund (SYDF) depends on the generosity of donors like you. Funds raised support events like the National Junior Shorthorn Show and Youth Conference. Whether you donated an item, bid during the auction, made a purchase, or simply made a donation, we appreciate your support and cannot thank you enough.

“’Tis the season to be jolly…”

And jolly we are! If watching those red, white, and roan cattle on the green shavings at Louisville didn’t get your heart racing, please check your pulse. The atmosphere, not just at NAILE, but all the other point shows I have attended this Fall has been electric. From the early morning hum of blowers to the gleam of freshly fit show cattle, everyone is in high spirits. Friendships form in the barns, rivalries stay friendly, and the shared love of Shorthorns brings us together.

“Troll the ancient Yuletide carol…”

Anticipation builds as the judge

makes the final pass and serenades us with the championship speech. Whether it’s a grand champion heifer or a top bull in class, every banner tells a story of hard work put in by breeders and exhibitors. These moments are where months, even years of dedication, genetics, feeding, and fitting all come together. Getting one dialed in is a mix of science, art, and showmanship. After the shows, the barns are always full of laughter, fellowship, and celebration. Some exhibitors even turn on holiday tunes—yes, Deck the Halls might make an appearance— reminding everyone that this season is about joy, family, and gratitude for our Shorthorn cattle.

In many ways, the rhythm of Deck the Halls mirrors the cadence of show life itself — structured, celebratory, and rooted in tradition. Whether in small county barns or on national stages, cattle shows remind us that excellence is achieved through both passion and perseverance.

So, this winter, as you hum “Fa la la la la, la la la la,” remember for our Shorthorn families, the most festive place to be might just be in the barn, where the true spirit of the season shines—one ribbon, one banner, one heifer, and one happy exhibitor at a time.

Public Relations :: Audrey Robertson

Fundraising :: Jay Allen

Director :: Victoria Thompson

Director :: Cole Brus

Director :: Jack Jordan

Director :: Nate Hill

Victoria Thompson ajsa director

American Shorthorn Association 2025 Annual Meeting and Awards Banquet

The 2025 American Shorthorn Association Annual Meeting and Awards Banquet, held in conjunction with the American Royal, brought together breeders, members, and friends of the breed for a weekend of learning, celebration, and fellowship.

Festivities began on the evening of October 24 at the ASA office, where breeders gathered for a casual social to reconnect with familiar faces and meet new ones. From the staff’s perspective, it’s always a joy to see the office filled from wall to wall with members who share a passion for Shorthorns.

The Annual Meeting followed the next morning, at the Embassy Suites Kansas City Airport. More than 170 members from 24 states attended to hear association updates, elect new board members, and recognize the accomplishments of breeders and members across the country.

Executive Secretary/CEO, Montie D. Soules, delivered the State of the Association address, which highlighted key performance indicators, financial updates, and current initiatives shaping the association’s direction.

After the report, the Nominating Committee presented three candidates for open board positions: Ben Wilson

(Ky.), Scott Loving (Kan.), and Rick Osterday (S.D.). Each will serve a threeyear term, with Wilson and Loving beginning their first and Osterday continuing for his second. The board then elected new officers for the ninemember leadership team. Mark Gordon of Ill. will serve as President, Jeff Bedwell of Okla. as Vice President, and Rick Osterday of Java, S.D. as Executive Director. They join Tyler Cates (Ind.), Cary Gilman (Iowa), Jeff Aegerter (Neb.) and Cory Bollum (Minn.) in guiding the association forward.

A sincere thank-you goes to Lee Miller, who retired as the 2024–2025 ASA President after a year of dedicated service and completing his six-year term as a board member. The association also extends deep appreciation to John Russell, who completed his six-year term on the board. His commitment and many hours of work have made a lasting impact on the breed.

Following elections, attendees heard updates from several committees, including Junior Activities, the Shorthorn Youth Development Fund Foundation, and the Shorthorn Foundation, along with reports on other association efforts.

After the meeting adjourned, members enjoyed time to visit before gathering for

a hearty steak luncheon.

The day concluded with the Awards Presentation, a highlight that recognizes excellence throughout the breed. Breeders who registered more than 100 head during the fiscal year were honored with Century Club Awards. Owners of qualified cattle received Performance Certificates, and National and Regional Show Winners for 2024–2025 were recognized with leather banners and metal awards.

The evening wrapped up with Special Recognition Awards, honoring individuals and families who have made significant contributions to the Shorthorn breed. This year’s Heritage Awards were presented to Priddy Family Shorthorns and Jay Benham. The Merit Award went to Stuart Wilson, and the Builders of the Breed honors were presented to Lynn Charles Ewald and Jeff & Susie Winkle.

The ASA extends heartfelt congratulations to all award recipients and appreciation to everyone who attended and supported this year’s events.

Mark your calendars — the 2026 ASA Annual Meeting will take place October 24 in Kansas City, Missouri, following a similar schedule of business, celebration, and camaraderie.

Shelby Diehm director of youth activities, director of marketing & communications

Board of Directors

New ASA Board of Directors for the 2025-2026 year.

Front Row Left to Right:

Tyler Cates

Ben Wilson

Mark Gordon, President

Jeff Bedwell, Vice President

Montie D. Soules, ASA Executive Secretary/CEO

Back Row Left to Right:

Jeff Aegerter

Rick Osterday, Executive Director

Cory Bollum

Scott Loving

Cary Gilman

Retiring Board of Directors

Special thanks to the two retiring Board of Directors for their time and commitment to the ASA:

Lee Miller and John Russell

Century Club Awards

The Century Club Award is given to breeders with 100 registrations or more.

Farm/Name 2024-25

Loving Polled Shorthorns 317 registered Jungels Shorthorn Farm 299 registered Waukaru Farms Inc. 208 registered Peak View Ranch Inc 170 registered Byland 166 registered Paint Valley Farms 165 registered Dale Studer Family 156 registered DTR Cattle Company 139 registered Gilman Shorthorns 124 registered Lazy Bar F Shorthorns 117 registered Hugh W Moore & Sons 117 registered

TJ Land & Cattle Company 117 registered Martindell Farms LLC. 111 registered Matthew & Stacy Bigelow 105 registered

Performance Awards

Performance awards are given to animals that meet certain qualifications for each category. This list was published in the October 2025 Shorthorn Country.

Pictured are those who were present to receive their award for the 2024 performance animals.

Not listed in the October Issue and Receiving an Award for Performance Dam:

SBR Candy 917G, Reg# *x4291230

Sire: Byland Denali 5M24

Owner: Deckert Stock Farm

Breeder: Stangl Shorthorns

2 or More Performance Animals

1 Performance Animal

Century Club Honorees

2024-2025 Region Show Awards

Listed are the overall region winners. The full list of these winners and divisions were published in the May/June 2025 Shorthorn Country.

Division, Animal Name, Owner

Northeast Region

Shorthorn Show Female of the Year - Midnight Perfect Queen 304 owned by Charlotte Holland, Gaithersburg, Md.

Shorthorn Show Bull of the Year - Maximum Payday 1206 owned by Cooper Hetrick, Fremont, Ohio.

ShorthornPlus Show Female of the Year - MFS Blue Limit Venus 41L owned by Madeline Rhodes, Centreville, Md.

ShorthornPlus Bull of the Year - SVV Storm Front 1824 ET owned by Samantha VanVorhis, Bowling Green, Ohio.

Southeast Region

Shorthorn Show Female of the Year - RFSS Pretty Baby 300L owned by Respite Farm, Inc., Paris, Ky.

Shorthorn Show Bull of the Year - SharBen Ringo’s Reward 1417 owned by SharBen Shorthorns, Sharpsburg, Ky.

ShorthornPlus Show Female of the Year - AST MGP Sadie

Maye 175 owned by Maggie Potter, Pikeville, Tenn.

ShorthornPlus Show Bull of the Year - WKM BKC T’s Blue Genes 1822 owned by Natalie Lester, Williford, Ark.

North Central Region

Shorthorn Show Female of the Year - F/C Sweet Dreams RK 4024 ET owned by Faxon Creek Cattle Co, Belle Plaine, Minn.

Shorthorn Show Bull of the Year - F/C Shoot Out 4007 owned by Faxon Creek Cattle Co, Belle Plaine, Minn.

ShorthornPlus Show Female of the Year - NNT Autumn 2305L owned by Madeline Berg, Osage, Iowa.

ShorthornPlus Bull of the Year - EGL Master Class 326 EC owned by Evea Ennis, Martinsville, Ind.

South Central Region

Shorthorn Show Female of the Year - LDB Mercis Magnolia 3111 ET owned by Lane Blankinship, Orlando, Okla.

Shorthorn Show Bull of the Year - CF Logic X owned by Leemon Cattle Company, Fairland, Okla.

ShorthornPlus Show Female of the Year - KKW

Sangria Reality Red 519 L’Oreal owned by Kadin Kinder Worthington, El Reno, Okla.

ShorthornPlus Bull of the Year - TSW Dude owned by TSW Cattle, Marlow, Okla.

West Region

Shorthorn Show Female of the Year - CB/S Western Belle 113 owned by CB Shorthorns, Eagle, Idaho

Shorthorn Show Bull of the Year - CB/S Rolling Coal 120 owned by CB Shorthorns, Eagle Idaho.

ShorthornPlus Show Female of the Year - BAG Ice’s Black Diamond 216L owned by BAG Farms LLC, Emmett, Idaho.

ShorthornPlus Show Bull of the Year - HNDC Manny 17M owned by Hearts & Diamond Cattle Co, Worden, Mont.

2024-2025 National Show Awards

Listed and pictured are those who were present to receive their awards. The full list of these winners were published in the May/June 2025 Shorthorn Country.

Division, Animal Name, Owner

Purebred Females

Late Spring Heifer Calf Champion - S/N SL Chasing Dream Mary J 4138 ET owned by Lauren Berg – Osage, Iowa.

Junior Heifer Calf Champion - CF Mona Lisa Pay’s 445

PW ET owned by Skyler Ward – New Paris, Ohio.

Senior Heifer Calf Champion - CF Rosebud 3120 EV X ET owned by Carter Meyer – Needville, Texas.

Intermediate Female Champion -LDB Mercis Magnolia 3111 ET owned by Lane Blankinship – Orlando, Okla.

Early Spring Yearling Champion - CF Traveling Ruby 394

EV ET owned by Reed Hanes – Greenville, Ohio.

Junior Female Champion - CF PC Mona Lisa 350 Cinch X owned by Miller Smith – Pendleton, Ind.

Senior Female Champion - CF Mona Lisa 2135 LL X ET owned by Alyssa Carter – Oregonia, Ohio.

Purebred Bulls

Late Spring Bull Calf Champion - Little Cedar Lasting Look 2418 owned by Little Cedar Cattle Co – Beaverton, Mich. & Delisle Farms – Gladwin, Mich.

Early Spring Bull Calf Champion - CF In Demand owned by Cates Farms – Modoc, Ind. & Gypsy Creek Ranch –Gettysburg, Pa.

Junior Bull Champion - JCB Roan Power 306L owned by Lost Diamond B Ranch, Orlando, Okla., Jeff, Diane & Jennifer Bedwell, Isabella, Okla. & Suli Shorthorns, Hunter, Okla.

Senior Bull Champion - CF Logic X owned by Leemon Cattle Company – Fairland, Okla.

ShorthornPlus Females

Early Spring Heifer Calf Champion - LDB Melanias SM 411 ET owned by Emily Schellenberg – Kingfisher, Okla.

Senior Heifer Calf Champion - CF Margie 3140 Primo X ET owned by Piper Cates – Modoc, Ind.

ShorthornPlus Bulls

None Present to Recieve Award

National Shorthorn Show Female of the Year

LDB Mercis Magnolia 3111 ET

Lane Blankinship – Orlando, Okla

National Shorthorn Show Bull of the Year

CF Logic X Leemon Cattle Company – Fairfield, Okla.

National ShorthornPlus Show Female of the Year

MFS Lucy’s Masha 87L ET

Carter Kornegay – Tulsa, Okla

National ShorthornPlus Show Bull of the Year

LPW Bo Duke

Alexis Wright – Philippi, West Virginia

Purebred Females

Purebred Bulls

National Overall Winners of the Year

ShorthornPlus Females

Heritage Award 2025

The Shorthorn Heritage Award recognizes Shorthorn members who have shown exceptional leadership for Shorthorn activities in a state or regional area. These honorees are persons that have shown exceptional passion in all areas of the breed. Award recipients have promoted the breed by taking leadership roles within their respective geographical areas. They are individuals that can be given credit to helping with the longterm success of the breed at any level. They have attended functions, been a mainstay, and have shown their passion and love for the breed and the people in the breed. A Heritage Award winner is a true Shorthorn enthusiast who has positively impacted the breed to the benefit of all Shorthorn breeders.

Jay Benham

Jay Benham’s lifelong passion for the Shorthorn breed is deeply rooted in family tradition. His grandfather, Frank Benham, was among the first herdsmen in the early 1900s to raise polled Shorthorns, shipping bulls by boxcar from Tippecanoe, Ohio, to the Chicago International. Frank often remarked that while the horned cattle might have been better, the “muleys” (polled cattle) always sold first.

In the 1950s and 60s, Jay worked alongside his father, Robert Benham, expanding from showing steers through 4-H to building a breeding herd of heifers and bulls. His foundation sires helped establish Jay’s reputation for strong cow families and consistent genetic progress.

After graduating from The Ohio State University in 1967, Jay taught high school agriculture in Oxford, Ohio, where he shared his enthusiasm for Shorthorns with his students. In 1971, he was selected as the first Administrative Secretary of the National FFA Alumni Association, which required a move to Washington, D.C. While in D.C., he was invited to an event at the Italian Embassy to introduce a new (old) breed of cattle called Chianina. Jay acquired enough semen to breed 20 Shorthorns before any Chianina were born in North America. This experience proved to be quite an education and strongly reinforced his belief in the gentler temperament of Shorthorns.

During his time in Washington, Jay met and married his wife, Jill. In 1976, the couple returned to the family farm in Troy, Ohio, where they raised four children—Heather, Angie, Rebecca, and RJ—and established their own herd, Stone Springs Shorthorns. Their children were active in both farming and Shorthorn youth programs, holding various leadership positions within the Ohio

Junior Shorthorn Association and FFA. Angie served as both the Ohio and National Shorthorn Lassie Queen.

Jay has remained steadfast in his goal to bring new families to the Shorthorn breed. As President of the Ohio Shorthorn Breeders’ Association during a period of stagnation, he helped revitalize the organization—tripling membership in one year and doubling it the next. Under his leadership, Ohio became one of the strongest state Shorthorn associations in the nation. In addition, Jay has served in numerous other leadership roles, as a delegate to the ASA Annual Meeting many times, and on several national committees.

In 1989, when the National Junior Shorthorn Show came to Troy, Jay played a key role in making the event a success. Years later, in 2001, the Benham family again played a major role when Ohio hosted the event. In 2022, the Ohio Shorthorn Breeders’ Association honored Jay with its Lifetime Achievement Award.

Married now for 53 years, Jay and Jill continue to operate a cow-calf herd and Shorthorn feedlot, marketing locally raised beef. Their day-to-day operations are managed by their son, RJ, and grandson, Luke Gilliland—both recipients of the prestigious FFA American Farmer Degree. Blessed with ten grandchildren, Jay hopes one or more will carry on his lifelong passion for Shorthorn cattle and the family’s proud legacy.

The American Shorthorn Association proudly congratulates Jay Benham as the 2025 Heritage Award recipient, honoring his lifetime of leadership, mentorship, and unwavering dedication to the Shorthorn breed and its community.

Heritage Award 2025

Priddy Shorthorns

For more than a century, the Priddy family has been deeply rooted in the Shorthorn breed, carrying forward one of the longestrunning family traditions in Texas. What began in 1905 with W.N. Koonce’s first Shorthorn has grown into a six-generation story of cattle, community, and legacy.

W.N.’s son, Ben O. (B.O.) Koonce, registered his first Shorthorn cow in 1920 and quickly built a reputation for raising quality cattle that excelled in the show ring and carried lasting bloodlines. His devotion earned him the Texas Pioneer Breeder Award in 1984—a recognition of decades devoted to the breed.

That passion carried on to the next generation. Ben’s daughter, Nelda, showed her first Shorthorn heifer at age ten. She later served as Texas Lassie President and as a National Lassie Board member. Alongside her husband, Garth Priddy—an agricultural science teacher for 34 years and a Texas Shorthorn director—the couple wove Shorthorns into the very fabric of their lives. They began Priddy Shorthorns in September 1963, the same year they married. In 2007, Garth and Nelda were honored with the Texas Pioneer Breeder Award for their tireless efforts to grow and strengthen the breed. Their steady leadership and love for Shorthorns continue to inspire their children and grandchildren.

Their three children became the bridge between past and future. Marlin, the oldest, began showing at age nine when his grandfather gave him his first registered heifer. By 1976, he had captured both Reserve Shorthorn on Hoof and Champion Shorthorn Carcass at the Fort Worth Stock Show. He went on to teach agriculture for 32 years, inspiring students and drawing many into the Shorthorn world. Today, Marlin and his wife, Laura Ann, operate Down by the Bosque, where their daughters, Shayla and

Miranda, proudly continue the family’s cattle tradition.

Annette, the middle child, carried the Shorthorn banner as Texas Shorthorn Queen and later National Queen in 1986–87, traveling across the country to promote and represent the breed with pride.

Greg, the youngest, began showing cattle at just nine years old. He and his wife, Sally, of Desdemona, have built a herd of their own while passing that same passion to their children. Their daughter, Sheridan, and son, Everett, proudly represented the fifth generation of the family in the show ring and remain active in raising Shorthorn cattle. In 2023, Greg and Sally were honored with the Texas Shorthorn Association Progressive Breeders Award, and Greg now serves as Vice President of the Texas Shorthorn Association. Together, they continue to strengthen the family’s six-generation legacy, ensuring the Priddy name and the Shorthorn breed remain deeply intertwined for years to come.

The story doesn’t stop there — the sixth generation is already stepping into barns and pastures, with the oldest great-grandchildren learning the rhythms of show season and the youngest not far behind.

For the Priddy family, Shorthorns are more than cattle — they are a heritage, a way of life, and a promise to honor the past while building the future. Rooted in generations of perseverance, faith, and family tradition, the Priddy legacy continues to exemplify what it means to live the Shorthorn way.

The American Shorthorn Association proudly recognizes the Priddy Family Shorthorns as recipients of the 2025 Heritage Award, honoring six generations of dedication, leadership, and lifelong commitment to the Shorthorn breed in Texas.

Merit Award 2025

The Shorthorn Merit Award recognizes individuals who support and promote the cattle industry. This award honors those beef cattle industry leaders who have specifically assisted and had a positive influence on the Shorthorn breed. These individuals have been exceptional supporters and dedicated friends of the Shorthorn breed for many years.

Stuart Wilson

Stuart Wilson grew up on a purebred livestock and grain farm near Findlay, Illinois, where he raised Shorthorn cattle. He was active in both 4-H and FFA, showing at the local, state, and national levels. He was a member of the 1966 Illinois State FFA Champion Livestock Judging Team, which placed second in the National Contest at the American Royal. Stuart’s mother, Joyce, served as treasurer of the National Shorthorn Lassies for six years and was named the 1967 Lassie of the Year. The family traveled extensively to shows and sales, where Joyce sold merchandise to benefit the Illinois Lassie organization.

Stuart graduated from Western Illinois University in 1971 with a B.S. in Animal Science. While at WIU, he was the founding president of the Alpha Gamma Sigma agricultural fraternity and a member of the Block and Bridle Club. He was also part of Western’s highly successful 1970 livestock judging team. He went on to pursue graduate work at the University of Missouri.

In 1971, Stuart began his career immediately after college as a field representative for The Shorthorn World. He organized the first beef cattle auction ever held in a hotel ballroom, moving cattle from the Chicago International to the Pick Congress Hotel in downtown Chicago. In 1972, he became an insurance agent for American Live Stock Insurance Company/Harding and Harding. In 1973, he established Stuart Wilson Sale Management, which managed Shorthorn cattle sales throughout the United States and Canada for over four decades

In 1976, he established and managed Whispering Pines Cattle Company in Brewton, Alabama. He played a key role in the success of the Graham Dispersal in Waverly, Minnesota, in 1975, and the Ernmore Dispersal in Manitoba, Canada. At the time, Canadian Image, a bull from the Ernmore Dispersal, became the highestselling Shorthorn bull in Canada, bringing $20,000. Stuart was serving as Publisher of The Shorthorn World when it was sold in 1976.

In 1983 and 1984, Stuart coordinated two large importations of cattle from Ireland for

Sangamon Farms in Dewittville, New York. He managed these cattle for T. Howard Snethen until Snethen’s passing, at which time the nucleus of the herd was sold to Moore Shorthorns in Jerseyville, Illinois.

In 2006, Stuart returned to American Live Stock Insurance Company/Harding and Harding as manager of the cattle department. He quickly advanced to Manager and Head Underwriter for the Livestock Division.

In 2019, Stuart was inducted into the Livestock Marketeers Hall of Fame at the National Western Stock Show in Denver, Colorado. The Marketeers is a fraternal organization of livestock professionals recognizing fieldmen, auctioneers, and sale managers for their contributions to the livestock industry.

After retiring from the insurance industry in 2021, Stuart formed Stuart Wilson Consulting, where he continues to work as a sale consultant dedicated to the genetic improvement of Shorthorn cattle. He advises both new and established breeders in developing their herds through the selection of show cattle, donor females, herd bulls, embryos, and semen.

Stuart has supported the beef cattle industry—and specifically the Shorthorn breed—his entire life. He has assisted, advised, consulted, and directed countless breeders with their operations. Passionate about helping others achieve success in the Shorthorn industry, Stuart has dedicated his life to the stewardship and advancement of the breed. He is also a strong advocate for promoting scholarships and youth programs within the Shorthorn community.

Stuart and his wife, Ann, have been married for 51 years and have owned several Shorthorn cattle throughout their marriage. Ann was the 1968 Illinois Shorthorn Lassie Queen and the 1970 Illinois Beef Queen. They have one daughter, Robyn, and one granddaughter, Avery.

The American Shorthorn Association congratulates Stuart Wilson as the 2025 Merit Award recipient, honoring his unwavering commitment, mentorship, and lifelong service to the Shorthorn breed and its people.

The Builder of the Breed honoree is or has been an active breeder of Shorthorn cattle. This person has true dedication for a lengthy period of time and contributed to the stewardship of the Shorthorn Breed. This award recognizes their efforts in breeding and promoting Shorthorn cattle which have contributed to genetic improvement of the breed. They are also recognized as individuals that have continuously been supporters and promoters for both the Shorthorn breed and the beef cattle industry. Builder of the Breed award winners are recognized for making a lasting impact on our breed.

Lynn Charles Ewald

For Lynn Ewald of Fair Acres Stock Farms, Waldorf, Minnesota, Shorthorns aren’t just a breed—they’re a birthright. With roots tracing back to 1892 when his great-greatgrandfather purchased the family farm and the first registered Shorthorns arriving in 1902, Lynn was born with the breed in his blood. At just eight years old, he stepped into the show ring with a heifer at the Austin Minnesota Shorthorn Show—and he’s never looked back.

A true Shorthorn family, Lynn is a fourthgeneration Shorthorn breeder and the third generation to achieve the honor of Shorthorn Builder of the Breed. His grandfather, Charles Ewald, was honored in 1963, his father, Lyle Ewald, in 1997, and Lynn joins that legacy in 2025.

Lynn’s early days in 4-H and FFA set the stage for a lifetime of leadership and achievement. He served on the National Junior Shorthorn Board and later the senior board of the Minnesota Shorthorn Association, including time as President. From his home base in Minnesota, he has owned and exhibited Shorthorn champions in the USA, Canada, Argentina, and Uruguay—twice achieving the title of Champion of the World Shorthorn Female.

His show ring success is legendary. Crestdale Jane 6L, a heifer that claimed seven state fair titles, was just the beginning. He went on to win both the heifer and bull shows at the American Royal with DFS Margie and DFS Red Rider and claimed top honors at Canadian Agribition with heifer Oxette and bull Uffda.

Beyond North America, Lynn’s influence spans continents. For nearly three decades, he has worked with Shorthorns in Argentina and Uruguay, exhibiting nine grand champions and three “Champion of the World” winners—Patranca, Afrodita, and Julie—spanning three generations of excellence. Along with his partner, Hector Mario Eyherabide, Lynn has been

instrumental in the resurgence of the Shorthorn breed in Argentina’s commercial sector and the growing prominence of the breed in major livestock shows. Together, they have contributed to the advancement of the Shorthorn breed across South America, Central America (Costa Rica), and Africa (Uganda, Ethiopia, Tanzania).

Lynn has also been a trailblazer in international genetics, being the first to introduce Argentine Shorthorn genetics to North America—an achievement that helped reshape the breed’s future. His agri-business expertise extends over 45 years of developing and operating successful purebred and commercial cattle and agricultural operations across multiple continents.

His passion for Shorthorns has also inspired the next generation. His nieces, Ann and Laura, followed his example into the show ring, served as Lassie Queens, and were elected to the AJSA national board. Lynn didn’t just teach them about cattle— he taught them about life, leadership, and legacy.

Lynn continues to run a thriving cow/ calf operation in Minnesota and manages cattle in Argentina, buying and selling cattle across four continents. He is also one of the founders of the Minnesota Junior Heifer Classic, a show that continues to shape the next generation of cattlemen and women.

His expertise in the ring extends to judging, having evaluated purebred cattle in the USA, Canada, and Argentina—including the honor of judging the 2023 Minnesota State Fair Shorthorn Super Regional Show.

For Lynn Ewald, Shorthorns are more than a breed—they’re a lifelong mission. His impact is global, his legacy generational, and his dedication undeniable. Few have done more to build, represent, and elevate the breed both at home and abroad.

It is truly fitting that in 2025, Lynn Ewald is recognized as a Builder of the Breed.

Jef f and Susie Winkle

Jeff and Susie Winkle established Cedar Lane Farm in 1985 when they moved from Marysville, Ohio, to Cedarville, Ohio, to farm Susie’s family farm after working for an Angus operation. At first, they owned a few Angus cows, but as their son Scott approached 4-H age, they decided to return to the Shorthorn breed—a breed that Jeff’s family had been involved with since the 1920s.

The family ventured to the Ohio Beef Expo, where they purchased a bred cow from the McLaughlin (10 M’s) family and a bull from Waukaru Farms, beginning a small herd. A few years later, they purchased another bull at the Expo from Cates Farm— CF Bravo, a son of Trump out of CF 18th Fool. This bull roamed the pastures of Cedar Lane for eight years and provided Scott, Eric, and Kelsey with many outstanding 4-H projects throughout their show careers.

About fifteen years ago, Cedar Lane Farm made a large investment to improve and expand the herd by purchasing embryos and flushes from select cows in various herds. Around that same time, the family became more involved in the National Show circuit. One of their first significant purchases was a heifer that Kelsey showed in her final year of 4-H, who was named Reserve Calf Champion at the National Western Stock Show in Denver. This heifer became the foundation of their Cindy Beauty line. They also purchased a flush out of GCC Fool Pride 10, which became the start of their Proud Fool line. Both cow families have gone on to produce back-to-back Junior National Champion Cows.

Cedar Lane Farm achieved another milestone with CLF Foolin’ Around 1401 ET, a Sonny son out of a full sibling to CF Bravo that was purchased as an embryo. This three-time undefeated Ohio and Kentucky State Fair Grand Champion Bull helped

elevate their program to the next level. His daughters now form the foundation of the purebred herd, and his son, Ain’t No Foolin’, has proven to be a strong breeding piece himself—siring the 2023 Junior National Champion Bull in Oklahoma City and the Reserve Champion Bull at the Keystone International.

Since Susie retired from teaching in 2022, she has become the main “cattle whisperer,” handling the breaking and feeding of the show cattle, while Jeff manages the crops and hay in addition to his full-time job at an aerospace factory. Their competitive drive remains strong, earning Cedar Lane Farm the Premier Breeder Award at the Ohio State Fair for the past four years. While the show accolades are meaningful, the most rewarding part of their Shorthorn involvement has been the time spent—nearly 90% of their vacation days—attending Junior Nationals, State, and National Shows, and the lifelong friendships they have formed within the Shorthorn community.

Jeff and Susie have dedicated many hours to promoting the Ohio Shorthorn Breeders Association through events such as The Farm Science Review, the Fall Showcase, and the Ohio Beef Expo Sale, where they now market a large portion of their genetics. They also ensure that Ohio Shorthorn Directories are available at every show they attend.

In closing, Jeff and Susie express their sincere gratitude to the American Shorthorn Association for this prestigious award. As they reflect on the list of recipients dating back to 1945, they are both honored and humbled to be included among such distinguished individuals.

As Jeff says, Eat Beef, Wear Leather, and Raise Shorthorns! Congratulations to Jeff & Susie.

Tartan Plaid

Queen Candidates Unveiled: Get to Know the Contenders

The National Shorthorn Lassie Queen Contest is a distinguished event that honors leadership, tradition, and the advancement of young women within the Shorthorn breed and the broader agricultural community. This year, we are proud to uphold the tradition of crowning our National Royalty in

conjunction with Cattlemen’s Congress. Two accomplished candidates have completed the application process and will compete for the titles of National Shorthorn Lassie Queen and National Shorthorn Lassie. During the contest, participants will assist ringside alongside the current National Shorthorn Lassie

Sadie Cummons: Ohio Shorthorn Lassie Queen

Queen, Brie Duerre, attend a luncheon and gift exchange, and be formally introduced at the National Lassie Association Annual Meeting. Our Royalty will also participate in an event held at the Governor’s Mansion this year. We are excited to have this new opportunity for our young ladies as well.

Hailing from Southern Ohio, eighteen-year-old Sadie Cummons is a fifth-generation farmer whose roots run deep in the Shorthorn cattle industry. The daughter of Thomas “Scott” and Courtney Cummons, Sadie is set to graduate from Gallia Academy High School in May. Her academic journey will continue Fall 2026, where she plans to major in agriculture studies, focusing on meat science and animal embryology.

Sadie’s lifelong involvement in farming has shaped her into a passionate advocate for agricultural education and youth engagement. Since 2017, she has proudly represented the Ohio Shorthorn Lassie Association, cherishing the opportunity to support Ohio’s junior members and breeders. One of her favorite traditions is walking into the sale ring with the official bagpiper at the Ohio Beef Expo—a moment that encapsulates her love for community and heritage.

Driven by a vision to expand the Lassie program not only in Ohio but across the nation, Sadie’s leadership and enthusiasm continue to inspire those around her. Her commitment to agriculture and youth development marks her as a standout contestant and a role model for aspiring young farmers.

Masyn Riggins: Illinois Shorthorn Lassie Queen

From Macomb, Illinois, Masyn Riggins is forging a path in the world of animal science and livestock breeding. The daughter of Andy and Holly Riggins, Masyn is currently a freshman at Kansas State University, majoring in Animal Science and Industry Management with a concentration in beef reproduction.

Masyn’s journey began with a passion for showing and breeding Shorthorns, aiming to produce high-quality livestock and develop a purebred breeding program for both personal and family farm success. Her dedication has already earned recognition, including being named Macomb FFA’s first-ever Discovery STAR farmer—a testament to her leadership and commitment to agricultural excellence.

Masyn has served Illinois with distinction in both Princess and Queen capacities, consistently exemplifying leadership and integrity. Through her dedication, she has inspired numerous young women to pursue opportunities to represent Illinois, fostering greater engagement and enthusiasm within the community. Her presence at sales and shows—both statewide and nationally—reflects her commitment to promoting the Lassies and their values. Masyn eagerly anticipates the chance to further broaden her experience and contribute at the national level.

Both Sadie and Masyn exemplify the spirit of young agricultural leaders—rooted in tradition, yet forward-thinking in their ambitions. We look forward to getting to know these ladies better and having them represent both Shorthorns and the Lassie Association throughout 2026.

Christina Wenderski National Shorthorn Lassie Queen Coordinator

National Shorthorn & ShorthornPlus Show

by Cassie Reid

Keystone International Livestock Exposition 2025

Northeast Region – 73 head – Judge: Hugh Mooney, Elk Grove, Calif.

Grand Champion

Shorthorn Bull & Champion Junior Bull, CF In Demand, exhibited by Gypsy Creek Ranch, Gettysburg, Pa.

Grand Champion Shorthorn Female & Champion

Intermediate

Reserve Grand Champion Shorthorn Bull & Champion

Junior Bull Calf,

Shorthorn exhibitors from 10 states exhibited 73 head during the Keystone International Livestock Exposition in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania on Saturday, October 4, 2025. Hugh Mooney of Elk Grove, California evaluated 8 Purebred Bulls, 37 Purebred Females, 6 ShorthornPlus Bulls and 22 ShorthornPlus Females during the National Show in the Northeast Region.

Grand Champion Shorthorn Bull honors went to CF In Demand owned by Gypsy Creek Ranch of Gettysburg, Pa. He was the Champion Junior Bull division winner.

Reserve Grand Champion

Shorthorn Bull and Champion Junior Bull Calf was awarded to CLF Destined 2427 owned by Cedar Lane Farm of Cedarville, Ohio.

Harrisburg, PA

Reserve Grand Champion Shorthorn Female & Champion

Junior

Grand Champion Shorthorn Female banner was awarded to Midnight Miranda 412 owned by Liam Hartner of Marriottsville, Md. She also took home the Champion Intermediate Female division banner.

Reserve Grand Champion

Shorthorn Female and Champion

Junior Heifer Calf was awarded to CF Mona Lisa 534 LL X ET owned by Weston Ward of Greens Fork, Ind.

Moving onto the ShorthornPlus show, Grand Champion ShorthornPlus Bull was awarded to CF PC Woolsworth X owned by Piper Cates of Modoc, Ind. He was the Champion Senior Bull Calf division winner.

Reserve Grand Champion

ShorthornPlus Bull and Champion

Junior Bull was SVV Storm Front 1824

ET owned by Samantha VanVorhis of Bowling Green, Ohio.

Grand Champion ShorthornPlus

Female honors went to SVV Mona Lisa 425 FER X ET owned by Ella Pietranton of Saint Clairsville, Ohio. She was also the Champion Early Spring Female.

Reserve Grand Champion

ShorthornPlus Female and Reserve Champion Early Spring Female banners were awarded to RWFC Crystal’s Limit 22M owned by Alyssa Slimmer of Cavetown, Md.

Other Champions Include:

Open Purebred Bull Show Divisions:

Champion Late Spring Bull Calf – CLF/VCC Casper 2502, Cedar Lane Farm, Cedarville, Ohio & Joshua Blakeman, Oak Hill, Ohio.

Reserve Champion Late Spring

CLF Destined 2427, exhibited by Cedar Lane Farm, Cedarville, Ohio.

Female, Midnight Miranda 412, exhibited by Liam Hartner, Marriottsville, Md.

Heifer Calf, CF Mona Lisa 534 LL X ET, exhibited by Weston Ward, Greens Fork, Ind.

Grand Champion ShorthornPlus Bull & Champion Senior Bull Calf, CF PC Woolsworth X, exhibited by Piper Cates, Modoc, Ind.

Grand Champion

ShorthornPlus Female & Champion Early Spring Female, SVV Mona Lisa 425 FER X ET, exhibited by Ella Pietranton, Saint Clairsville, Ohio.

Reserve Grand Champion

ShorthornPlus Bull & Champion Junior Bull, SVV Storm Front 1824 ET, exhibited by Samantha VanVorhis, Bowling Green, Ohio.

Reserve Grand Champion

ShorthornPlus Female & Reserve Champion

Early Spring Female, RWFC Crystal’s Limit 22M, exhibited by Alyssa Slimmer, Cavetown, Md.

Bull Calf – BMH Cocoa 02, Bayleigh Houck, Petersburg, Pa.

Champion Early Spring Bull Calf –CLF Patch Adams 2502 ET, Cedar Lane Farm, Cedarville, Ohio.

Reserve Champion Early Spring Bull Calf – LPA In Motion, Madalyn Rankin, Centerville, Pa.

Champion Intermediate Bull –BEG Big Man Zig, Elizabeth Gouger, Saylorsburg, Pa.

Open Purebred Female Show Divisions:

Champion Late Spring Heifer Calf –LPA Max Rosa FFPS, Madalyn Rankin, Centerville, Pa.

Reserve Champion Late Spring

Heifer Calf – CF Dream Only 597 EV X ET, Sawyer McGrew, Gettysburg, Pa.

Champion Early Spring Heifer Calf – CF Mona Lisa 547 OM X ET, Knox Neumayr, Boling, Texas.

Reserve Champion Early Spring

Heifer Calf – CF Dream Only 594 EV X ET, Makayla Sugg, Alden, N.Y.

Reserve Champion Junior Heifer Calf – GCR Mona Maddness X RK 507 ET, Peyton Davis, Emmitsburg, Md.

Harrisburg, PA

Keystone International Livestock Exposition 2025

Champion Senior Heifer Calf –TBFC RT Sierra Crystal Knight ET, William Beinlich, Monongahela, Pa.

Reserve Champion Senior Heifer Calf – GCR/SGM Mona Maddness X CC 453 ET, Sawyer McGrew, Gettysburg, Pa.

Reserve Champion Intermediate Female – SULL Rosey Dreams 4600M ET, Bristol Bates, Chandlersville, Ohio.

Champion Early Spring Female –BW Perfect Michelle 404, Charlotte Holland, Gaithersburg, Md.

Reserve Champion Early Spring Female – S/T Perfect Dreams 4097M ET, Jaclyn Thomas, Pikeville, Tenn.

Champion Junior Female – CF Mona Lisa 410 OM X ET, Sawyer McGrew, Gettysburg, Pa.

Reserve Champion Junior Female –ZSF/AND EUCC Rosemary 227M ET, Caiden Roberts, Cumberland, Ohio.

Champion Cow/Calf Pair – Hill Haven Cumberland Dyan 43L, Broughton Cattle Co LLC, Silver Springs, N.Y.

Reserve Champion Cow/Calf Pair –ATWF Miss Caroline 302, Kloe Patrick,

Darlington, Md.

Open ShorthornPlus Bull Show Divisions:

Champion Junior Bull Calf – HHL Detonation Style 03N, Carleigh Black, Kennedyville, Md.

Reserve Champion Junior Bull Calf – Pleasant Tipsy Tornado, Pleasant View Farms, Given, W.Va.

Champion Senior Bull – H H F Tucker, Samantha Heston, Street, Md.

Reserve Champion Senior Bull – ELB Dot’s Ghost, Eli Barber, Westminster, Md.

Open ShorthornPlus Female Show Divisions:

Champion Late Spring Heifer Calf – MWM Wild Ruby, Matthew Mullins, Bealeton, Va.

Champion Early Spring Heifer Calf – CF Mona Lisa 573 24K X ET, Samantha VanVorhis, Bowling Green, Ohio.

Reserve Champion Early Spring Heifer Calf – JJB Klassy Kate 311C ET, John James Bond, Gowanda, N.Y.

Champion Junior Heifer Calf –CF Mona Lisa 535 24K X ET, Audrey

Champion Late Spring Heifer Calf –LPA Max Rosa FFPS, Madalyn Rankin, Centerville, Pa.

Reserve Champion Early Spring Heifer Calf – CF Dream Only 594 EV X ET, Makayla Sugg, Alden, N.Y.

Reserve Champion Senior Heifer Calf –GCR/SGM Mona Maddness X CC 453 ET, Sawyer McGrew, Gettysburg, Pa.

Champion Cow/Calf Pair – Hill Haven Cumberland Dyan 43L, Broughton Cattle Co LLC, Silver Springs, N.Y.

Reserve Champion Late Spring Heifer Calf – CF Dream Only 597 EV X ET, Sawyer McGrew, Gettysburg, Pa.

Reserve Champion Junior Heifer Calf –GCR Mona Maddness X RK 507 ET, Peyton Davis, Emmitsburg, Md.

Champion Early Spring Female – BW Perfect Michelle 404, Charlotte Holland, Gaithersburg, Md.

Reserve Champion Cow/Calf Pair –ATWF Miss Caroline 302, Kloe Patrick, Darlington, Md.

Champion Early Spring Heifer Calf –CF Mona Lisa 547 OM X ET, Knox Neumayr, Boling, Texas.

Champion Senior Heifer Calf – TBFC RT Sierra Crystal Knight ET, William Beinlich, Monongahela, Pa.

Junior Female – CF Mona Lisa 410 OM X ET, Sawyer McGrew, Gettysburg, Pa.

Robertson, Gettysburg, Pa.

Reserve Champion Junior Heifer

Calf – CF Lady Crystal MWA 55, Lana Mills, Jasper, N.Y.

Champion Senior Heifer Calf –

AASC Margie’s Pearl 9M, Reese McNutt, Bel Air, Md.

Reserve Champion Senior Heifer

Calf – H.H.F Clarice, Samantha Heston, Street, Md.

Champion Intermediate Female – Tequila Rose, Allison Schmuck, Rockwood, Pa.

Champion Junior Female – Blatt Acres Classy Cardi, Hailey Blatt, Robesonia, Pa.

Reserve Champion Junior Female – H.H.F. Cindy Lou Who, Samantha Heston, Street, Md.

Champion Senior Female – Pleasant Penelope, Pleasant View Farms, Given, W.Va.

Open Purebred Bull Class Placings: Late Spring Bull Calves – (3 Entries):

Champion

Champion Late Spring Bull Calf – CLF/ VCC Casper 2502, Cedar Lane Farm, Cedarville, Ohio & Joshua Blakeman,

1) CLF/VCC Casper 2502 owned by Cedar Lane Farm & Joshua Blakeman; 2) BMH Cocoa 02 owned by Bayleigh Houck; 3) Ikes Moe owned by Jacob Eichenlaub.

Early Spring Bull Calves – (2 Entries): CLF Patch Adams 2502 ET owned by Cedar Lane Farm; 2) LPA In Motion owned by Madalyn Rankin.

Junior Bull Calves – (1 Entry): 1)

CLF Destined 2427 owned by Cedar Lane Farm.

Late Spring Yearling Bulls – (1 Entry): 1) BEG Big Man Zig owned by Elizabeth Gouger.

Early Spring Yearling Bulls – (1 Entry): CF In Demand owned by Gypsy Creek Ranch.

Open Purebred Female Class Placings:

Late Spring Heifer Calves – (4 Entries): 1) LPA Max Rosa FFPS owned by Madalyn Rankin; 2) CF Dream Only 597 EV X ET owned by Sawyer McGrew; 3) CLF Airy 2509 ET owned by Cedar Lane Farm.

Early Spring Heifer Calves – (5 Entries): 1) CF Dream Only 594 EV X ET owned by Makayla Sugg; 2) CLF Amelia 2508 ET owned by Cedar Lane Farm; 3) CF Hanes Crystal Lucy 582 RK X ET owned by Audrey Robertson.

Early Spring Heifer Calves – (5 Entries): 1) CLF Nugget 2504 ET owned by Joshua Blakeman; 2) Purple RM Max Rosa 5N ET owned by Madeline Rhodes; 3) CCFarm Proud Fool Jenny owned by Ryan Leister.

Early Spring Heifer Calves – (2 Entries): 1) CF Mona Lisa 547 OM X ET owned by Know Harrison Neumayr; 2) VR Snowflake V25 owned by Emily Vance.

Junior Heifer Calves – (4 Entries): 1) CF Mona Lisa 534 LL X ET owned by Weston Ward; 2) GCR Mona Maddness X RK 507 ET owned by Peyton Davis; 3) LPA Max Rosa TS owned by Madalyn Rankin.

Junior Heifer Calves – (2 Entries): 1) CF PC Dream Lady 57 UH X owned by Emily Vance; 2) CSF Cherri 5136 DM ET owned by Aubrey Short.

Winter Heifer Calves – (1 Entry): 1) TBFC RT Sierra Crystal Knight ET owned by William Beinlich.

Senior Heifer Calves – (1 Entry): 1) GCR/SGM Mona Maddness X CC 453 ET owned by Sawyer McGrew.

Late Spring Yearling Females – (3 Entries): 1) Midnight Miranda 412 owned by Liam Hartner; 2) SULL Rosey Dreams 4600M ET owned by Bristol Bates; 3) CLF TBFC Ms Starlet 12M ET owned by William Beinlich.

Early Spring Yearling Females – (5 Entries): 1) BW Perfect Michelle 404 owned by Charlotte Holland; 2) S/T Perfect Dreams 4097M ET owned by Jaclyn Thomas; 3) MFS LMAN Ricki’s Reward 43M ET owned by Jenna Whiting.

Junior Yearling Females – (3 Entries): 1) CF Mona Lisa 410 OM X ET owned by Sawyer McGrew; 2) ZSF/AND EUCC Rosemary 227M ET owned by Caiden Roberts.

Two-Year Old Cow/Calf – (2 Entries): 1) Hill Haven Cumberland Dyan 43L owned by Broughton Cattle Co LLC; 2) ATWF Miss Caroline 302 owned by Kloe Patrick.

Open ShorthornPlus Bull Class Placings:

Junior Bull Calves – (2 Entries): 1) HHL Detonation Style 03N owned by Carleigh Black; 2) Pleasant Tipsy Tornado owned by Pleasant View Farms.

Senior Bull Calves – (1 Entry): 1) CF PC Woolsworth X owned by Piper Cates.

Junior Yearling Bulls – (1 Entry): 1) SVV Storm Front 1824 ET owned by Samantha VanVorhis.

Senior Yearling Bulls – (1 Entry): 1) H H F Tucker owned by Samantha Heston.

Two-Year-Old Bulls – (1 Entry): 1)

ELB Dot’s Ghost owned by Eli Barber. Open ShorthornPlus Female Class Placings:

Late Spring Heifer Calves – (1 Entry): 1) MWM Wild Ruby owned by Matthew Mullins.

Early Spring Heifer Calves – (5 Entries): 1) CF Mona Lisa 573 24K X ET owned by Samantha VanVorhis; 2) LPA Max Rosa FFPS PLS owned by Madalyn Rankin; 3) PV Perfect Queen CV D2N owned by Charlotte Holland.

Early Spring Heifer Calves – (2 Entries): 1) JJB Klassy Kate 311C ET owned by John James Bond; 2) Pleasant Blue Moon owned by Pleasant View Farms.

Junior Heifer Calves – (3 Entries): 1) CF Mona Lisa 535 24K X ET owned by Audrey Robertson; 2) CP Lady Crystal MWA 55 owned by Lana Miles; 3) Cow Creek Pearl 2524 owned by Avery Mundey.

Junior Heifer Calves – (1 Entry): 1) MWM WT Coconut Rum owned by Matthew Mullins.

Winter Heifer Calves – (1 Entry): 1) H.H.F Clarice owned by Samantha Heston.

Senior Heifer Calves – (1 Entry): 1) AASC Margie’s Pearl 9M owned by Reese McNutt.

Summer Yearling Females – (1 Entry): 1) Tequila Rose owned by Allison Schmuck.

Early Spring Yearling Females – (4 Entries): 1) SVV Mona Lisa 425 FER X ET owned by Ella Pietranton; 2) RWFC Crystal’s Limit 22M owned by Alyssa Slimmer; 3) CF Mona Lisa 484 24K X ET owned by Grady McGrew.

Junior Yearling Females – (2 Entries): 1) Blatt Acres Classy Cardi owned by Hailey Blatt; 2) H.H.F Cindy Lou Who owned by Samantha Heston.

Senior Yearling Females – (1 Entry): 1) Pleasant Penelope owned by Pleasant View Farms.

Oak Hill, Ohio.

Champion Early Spring Bull Calf – CLF Patch Adams 2502 ET, Cedar Lane Farm, Cedarville, Ohio.

Reserve Champion Early Spring Bull Calf – LPA In Motion, Madalyn Rankin, Centerville, Pa.

Champion Early Spring Heifer Calf – CF Mona Lisa 573 24K X ET, Samantha VanVorhis, Bowling Green, Ohio.

Champion Junior Heifer Calf – CF Mona Lisa 535 24K X ET, Audrey Robertson, Gettysburg, Pa.

Reserve Champion Early Spring Heifer Calf – JJB Klassy Kate 311C ET, John James Bond, Gowanda, N.Y.

Reserve Champion Junior Heifer Calf –CF Lady Crystal MWA 55, Lana Mills, Jasper, N.Y.

Champion Senior Heifer Calf – AASC Margie’s Pearl 9M, Reese McNutt, Bel Air, Md.

Champion Intermediate Female – Tequila Rose, Allison Schmuck, Rockwood, Pa.

Champion Junior Female – Blatt Acres Classy Cardi, Hailey Blatt, Robesonia, Pa.

Champion Junior Bull Calf – HHL Detonation Style 03N, Carleigh Black, Kennedyville, Md.

Reserve Champion Senior Bull – ELB Dot’s Ghost, Eli Barber, Westminster, Md.

Champion Senior Bull – H H F Tucker, Samantha Heston, Street, Md.

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Reserve Champion Late Spring Bull Calf – BMH Cocoa 02, Bayleigh Houck, Petersburg, Pa.

Champion Intermediate Bull – BEG Big Man Zig, Elizabeth Gouger, Saylorsburg, Pa.

Shorthorn Female picture not available:

Harrisburg, PA

Reserve Champion Intermediate Female – SULL Rosey Dreams 4600M ET, Bristol Bates, Chandlersville, Ohio.

Reserve Champion Early Spring Female – S/T Perfect Dreams 4097M ET, Jaclyn Thomas, Pikeville, Tenn.

Reserve Champion Junior Female – ZSF/AND EUCC Rosemary 227M ET, Caiden Roberts, Cumberland, Ohio.

ShorthornPlus Bull pictures not available:

Reserve Champion Junior Bull Calf – Pleasant Tipsy Tornado, Pleasant View Farms, Given, W.Va.

ShorthornPlus Female pictures not available:

Champion Late Spring Heifer Calf – MWM Wild Ruby, Matthew Mullins, Bealeton, Va.

Reserve Champion Senior Heifer Calf – H.H.F Clarice, Samantha Heston, Street, Md.

Reserve Champion Junior Female – H.H.F. Cindy Lou Who, Samantha Heston, Street, Md.

Champion Senior Female – Pleasant Penelope, Pleasant View Farms, Given, W.Va.

American Royal 2025

Shorthorn Show Honoree

Denny Jordan

When Denny Jordan was told that he would be receiving this recognition, his first reaction was that he was completely honored to be singled out by his peers as anything special. There have been many breeders, before him and currently, who have similar histories and deserve equal recognition.

Shorthorns have been a part of Denny’s life for as long as he can remember—and long before that. His great-great-grandfather was the first settler in Drummer Township in central Illinois around 1859, and Denny grew up on that same farm. Cattle were always part of the Jordan family. His greatgrandfather used to drive cattle from central Illinois to the Chicago stockyards on horseback in its early years, roughly 150 miles.

Denny believes he was the first in his family to ever enter the show ring with Shorthorns. When he was ten, he showed a Shorthorn steer at the county fair. At that time, there were only Angus, Hereford, and Shorthorn breeds being shown. He remembers there being three classes of about a dozen in each Shorthorn class. His steer weighed 925 pounds and was a heavyweight. He stood next to last and received a B rating—but he was hooked.

Over the years, Denny has had both good and bad years in the show ring. Some that stood out include 1991, when a steer he sold, sired by Rodeo Drive, was named Grand Champion Steer at the Illinois State Fair. There were roughly 700 steers at the time, and it remains the only Shorthorn steer to ever win the Grand Prize at the ISF. In 1988, the family showed eight offspring of Seven Ts Greg, and all were named some kind of champion.

He used bulls to make them “blockier,” bulls to make them taller, deeper, and thicker. Times changed—and so did the cattle.

Denny attended all but the first Shorthorn Youth Conference and won the Showmanship Contest in Colorado with Cris Davis of Big Rock, Illinois. His kids all grew up showing Shorthorns and attending Junior Nationals, and now the family has moved on to grandkids attending and showing.

He spent six years on the Board of the

American Shorthorn Association, serving as President for two. Ironically, during that time, his oldest daughter, Tasha, was President of the Junior Association.

Denny has traveled many miles with friends in the breed and learned from many of the best. He has attended sales of a lot of the “greats” of the breed— many of whom are now gone.

He knows this kind of success is not possible without a supportive family, and he is no different. His wife, Terri, has been with him every step of the way for 47 years, and their daughters—

Tasha, Amanda, and Ashleigh—have all contributed in countless ways. The family continues to grow, and Shorthorns continue to play a part.

Denny says that writing this feels somewhat like writing his own obituary rather than a tribute to himself. With luck, he hopes to be around this breed for years to come. From his heart, he extends his sincere thanks. Congratulations Denny Jordan on being our 2025 American Royal Show Honoree.

Denny Jordan and family receiving the Show Honoree award at the American Royal.

American Royal 2025

Junior Shorthorn & ShorthornPlus Show

80 head – Judge: Krisha Geffert, Reedsburg, Wisconsin

byCassieReid&ShelbyDiehm

Grand ShorthornChampion Female & JuniorChampionFemale, SULL LGF Ruby’s Dream 4412M ET, exhibited by Madeline Berg, Osage, Iowa.

Reserve Grand Champion Shorthorn Female & Champion

Early Spring Heifer

Calf, CF Mona Lisa 547 OM X ET, exhibited by Knox Neumayr, Boling, Texas.

Shorthorn exhibitors from 14 states exhibited 80 head during the 126th Annual American Royal Junior Shorthorn Show in the historic West Bottoms of Kansas City, Missouri. On Thursday, October 23rd, Krisha Geffert of Reedsburg, Wis. evaluated 26 ShorthornPlus Females and 54 Purebred Females.

Grand Champion Shorthorn Female and Champion Junior Female honors went to SULL LGF Ruby’s Dream 4412M ET owned by Madeline Berg of Osage, Iowa. Madeline represented the Shorthorn breed during the Supreme Junior Heifer Drive at the American Royal on Sunday, October 26.

Reserve Grand Champion Shorthorn Female and Champion Early Spring Heifer Calf award went to CF Mona Lisa 547 OM X ET owned by Knox Neumayr of Boling, Texas.

Grand ShorthornPlusChampion

Female & Champion

Senior Heifer Calf, KABG ABEN

Wildberry 434M, exhibited by Klaira Bremer, Blakesburg, Iowa.

Reserve Grand ShorthornPlusChampion Female & Champion

Early Spring Female, LMAN SULL

Stylen Rosa 4618M, exhibited by Kyser Will, Anita, Iowa.

Moving on to the ShorthornPlus show, Grand Champion ShorthornPlus Female and Champion Senior Heifer Calf honors went to KABG ABEN Wildberry 434M owned by Klaira Bremer of Blakesburg, Iowa. Klaira paraded her ShorthornPlus heifer for the Supreme Junior Heifer Drive at the American Royal.

Reserve Grand Champion

ShorthornPlus Female award went to LMAN SULL Stylen Rosa 4618M owned by Kyser Will of Anita, Iowa. She was also the Champion Early Spring Female division winner.

Other Champions Include:

Junior Purebred Female Show Divisions:

Champion Late Spring Heifer Calf –RRRC Victoria 863N ET, Ryder Heter, Raymond, Kan.

Reserve Champion Late Spring

Heifer Calf – Lane’s Phoebe Max Rosa 7N, Liv Jurevicius, Grove, Okla.

Reserve Champion Early Spring Heifer Calf – CLF Nugget 2504 ET, Joshua Blakeman, Oak Hill, Ohio.

Champion Junior Heifer Calf –Degroot Cherri’s Accountable 515 E ET, Brynlee Thompson, Amity, Mo.

Reserve Champion Junior Heifer Calf – MFS Lucy’s Naomi 4N ET, Brody Grathwohl, Hiawatha, Kan.

Champion Senior Heifer Calf –Ferree Fitz Crystal Swan 10M ET, Magen Tol, Canby, Minn.

Reserve Champion Senior Heifer Calf – BWR Jillian’s Valkyrie ET, Colton Becker, Atlantic, Iowa.

Champion Intermediate Female –S/N KMA Rosemary’s Money 4149 ET, Brianna Duerre, Bristol, S.D.

Reserve Champion Intermediate Female – WBF Crimson and Clover ET,

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Reserve Champion Early Spring Heifer Calf – CLF Nugget 2504 ET, Joshua Blakeman, Oak Hill, Ohio.

Champion Junior Heifer Calf – Degroot Cherri’s Accountable 515 E ET, Brynlee Thompson, Amity, Mo.

Champion Intermediate Female – S/N KMA Rosemary’s Money 4149 ET, Brianna Duerre, Bristol, S.D.

Reserve Champion Early Spring Female – Bergs Sweet Dream ET, Kaitlyn Berg, Osage, Iowa.

Reserve Champion Senior Female – LDB Mercis Gia 333 ET, Lane Blankinship, Orlando, Okla.

Reserve Champion Junior Female –STECK WSCC Chelsie DM 401 ET, Carter Wickard, Wilkinson, Ind.

Champion Early Spring Female – SULL LGF Ruby’s Dream 4410M ET, Brock Studer, Creston, Iowa.

Champion Senior Female – AF VF Picture Perfect 319 ET, Adalynn Vaughn, Maxwell, Iowa.

Reserve Champion Junior Heifer Calf

MFS Lucy’s Naomi 4N ET, Brody Grathwohl, Hiawatha, Kan.

Reserve Champion Senior Heifer Calf –BWR Jillian’s Valkyrie ET, Colton Becker, Atlantic, Iowa.

Reserve Champion Intermediate Female – WBF Crimson and Clover ET, Maci Beckman, Jerseyville, Ill.

Champion Senior Heifer Calf – Ferree Fitz Crystal Swan 10M ET, Magen Tol, Canby, Minn.

Champion Late Spring Heifer Calf –RRRC Victoria 863N ET, Ryder Heter, Raymond, Kan.

Reserve Champion Late Spring Heifer Calf – Lane’s Phoebe Max Rosa 7N, Liv Jurevicius, Grove, Okla.

Champion Early Spring Heifer Calf –TKA Miss Ruthie 102N, Bailey Abney, South Wayne, Wis.

Reserve Champion Senior Heifer Calf –S/N Demi’s Mic Drop 4201 ET, Katie Lowry, Burlingame, Kan.

Champion Junior Female – RJC Lady

Crystal 415M ET, Georgia Johnson, Tekamah, Neb.

Maci Beckman, Jerseyville, Ill.

Champion Early Spring Female –SULL LGF Ruby’s Dream 4410M ET, Brock Studer, Creston, Iowa.

Reserve Champion Early Spring Female – Bergs Sweet Dream ET, Kaitlyn Berg, Osage, Iowa.

Reserve Champion Junior Female

– STECK WSCC Chelsie DM 401 ET, Carter Wickard, Wilkinson, Ind.

Champion Senior Female – AF VF Picture Perfect 319 ET, Adalynn Vaughn, Maxwell, Iowa.

Reserve Champion Senior Female

– LDB Mercis Gia 333 ET, Lane Blankinship, Orlando, Okla.

Junior ShorthornPlus Female Show Divisions:

Champion Late Spring Heifer Calf –

Reserve Champion Early Spring Heifer Calf – WILL Nova, Brody Grathwohl, Hiawatha, Kan.

Champion Intermediate Female – PKL Moxie 16M, Kassie Kelley, Moodys, Okla.

Reserve Champion Junior Female – TSSC AGRF Game on Girls ET, Maddie Smith, Athens, Texas.

Reserve Champion Early Spring Female –ZL Angel ET, Taylor Larsen, Armstrong, Iowa.

ShorthornPlus pictures not available:

Champion Late Spring Heifer Calf –TKA Phoebe 23N, Bailey Abney, South Wayne, Wis.

Reserve Champion Intermediate Female –S/N Dream Lady Mia 4145 ET, Braylee Kraisinger, Hugoton, Kan.

TKA Phoebe 23N, Bailey Abney, South Wayne, Wis.

Champion Early Spring Heifer Calf

– TKA Miss Ruthie 102N, Bailey Abney, South Wayne, Wis.

Reserve Champion Early Spring Heifer Calf – WILL Nova, Brody Grathwohl, Hiawatha, Kan.

Champion Junior Heifer Calf –FOX Carries Dream 503 ET, Reagan Fox, Kanawha, Iowa.

Reserve Champion Senior Heifer Calf – S/N Demi’s Mic Drop 4201 ET, Katie Lowry, Burlingame, Kan.

Champion Intermediate Female

– PKL Moxie 16M, Kassie Kelley, Moodys, Okla.

Reserve Champion Intermediate Female – S/N Dream Lady Mia 4145

ET, Braylee Kraisinger, Hugoton, Kan.

Reserve Champion Early Spring Female – ZL Angel ET, Taylor Larsen, Armstrong, Iowa.

Champion Junior Female – RJC Lady Crystal 415M ET, Georgia Johnson, Tekamah, Neb.

Reserve Champion Junior Female –TSSC AGRF Game on Girls ET, Maddie Smith, Athens, Texas.

Junior Purebred Female Class Placings:

Late Spring Heifer Calves – (2 entries): 1) RRRC Victoria 863N ET owned by Ryder Heter; 2) Lane’s Phoebe Max Rosa 7N owned by Liv Jurevicius.

Early Spring Heifer Calves – (2 entries): 1) CLF Nugget 2504 ET owned by Joshua Blakeman; 2) AF VF Classie

Champion Junior Heifer Calf – FOX Carries Dream 503 ET, Reagan Fox, Kanawha, Iowa.

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Lassie 510 owned by Alden Vaughn.

Early Spring Heifer Calves – (3 entries): 1) CF Mona Lisa 547 OM X ET owned by Knox Neumayr; 2) LDB Londyn BH 515 ET owned by Lane Blankinship; 3) DVW Pretty Marvelous 345 ET owned by Hadley Jo McDonald.

Junior Heifer Calves – (4 entries):

1) MFS Lucy’s Naomi 4N ET owned by Brody Grathwohl; 2) CF Special Rosa 520 EV X ET owned by Remie Nyffengger; 3) RFSS Roan Red Ruby 392N ET owned by Kaitlyn Broughton.

Junior Heifer Calves – (4 entries):

1) Degroot Cherri’s Accountable 515 E ET owned by Brynlee Thompson; 2) TAF Chicago LVI ET owned by Finley Jones; 3) Berg Nora No Foolin owned by Lauren Berg.

Winter Heifer Calves – (5 entries):

1) Ferree Fitz Crystal Swan 10M ET owned by Magen Tol; 2) BFS Margie Pay PW 499 ET owned by Cole Brus; 3) CNETO Sierra’s Flashy ET owned by Colton Netolicky.

Senior Heifer Calves – (6 entries): 1) CF Mona Lisa 4136 EV X ET owned by Addison Ward; 2) MM Maxa Rosa DW 93M ET owned by Mealiea Cover; 3) MAV Picture Perfect 24M ET owned by Aden Grathwohl.

Senior Heifer Calves – (4 entries): 1) BWR Jillian’s Valkyrie ET owned by Colton Becker; 2) TKA Gwen 91M owned by Bailey Abney; 3) MM Maxa Rosa DW 82M ET owned by Connelly Ward.

Summer Yearling Females – (1 entry): 1) Brus Whiskey’s Abbi 9M owned by Katelynn Brus.

Late Spring Yearling Females – (6 entries): 1) S/N KMA Rosemary’s Money 4149 ET owned by Brianna Duerre; 2) WBF Crimson and Clover ET owned by Maci Beckman; 3) DSF Jillian’s Rose 125M owned by Brock Studer.

Early Spring Yearling Females – (6 Entries): 1) SULL LGF Ruby’s Dream 4410M ET owned by Brock Studer; 2) Bergs Sweet Dream ET owned by Kaitlyn Berg; 3) CCCSweetgrass Anndelle WC 3C3M owned by Bridgett Cover.

Junior Yearling Females – (7 Entries): 1) SULL LGF Ruby’s Dream 4412M ET owned by Madeline Berg; 2) STECK WSCC Chelsie DM 401 ET owned by Carter Wickard; 3) S/N Max Rosa Margarita 418 ET owned by Mackenlee Evans.

Senior Yearling Females – (4 entries): 1) AF VF Picture Perfect 319 ET owned by Adalynn Vaughn; 2) LDB Mercis Gia 333 ET owned by Lane Blankinship; 3) BLSC Leading Lady PO6L owned by Finley Jones.

Junior ShorthornPlus Female Class Placings:

Late Spring Heifer Calves – (1 entry): 1) TKA Phoebe 23N owned by Bailey Abney.

Early Spring Heifer Calves – (2 entries): 1) Compton’s Winnie 51N owned by Liv Jurevicius; 2) AC RC Lucy 547 owned by Chloe Carlisle.

Early Spring Heifer Calves – (3 entries): 1) TKA Miss Ruthie 102N owned by Bailey Abney; 2) WILL Nova owned by Brody Grathwohl; 3) STARK Purple Hazel owned by Adrian Brown.

Junior Heifer Calves – (1 entry): 1) FOX Carries Dream 503 ET owned by Reagan Fox.

Winter Heifer Calves – (2 Entries): 1) 2G Lush Tamale 464 LU ET owned by Josie Heter; 2) Lane’s Anna Marie 73M owned by Liv Jurevicius

Senior Heifer Calves – (3 entries): 1) KABG ABEN Wildberry 434M owned by Klaira Bremer; 2) S/N Demi’s Mic Drop 4201 ET owned by Katie Lowry; 3) SVV SFF Mona Lisa 929M FER X ET owned by Karley Lowry.

Late Spring Yearling Females – (2 entries): 1) PKL Moxie 16M owned by Kassie Kelley; 2) S/N Dream Lady Mia 4145 ET owned by Braylee Kraisinger.

Early Spring Yearling Females – (6 Entries): 1) LMAN SULL Stylen Rosa 4618M owned by Kyser Will; 2) ZL Angel ET owned by Taylor Larsen; 3) BR Black Ruthie 412M ET owned by Allie Harrison.

Junior Yearling Females – (6 entries): 1) RJC Lady Crystal 415M ET owned by Georgia Johnson; 2) TSSC AGRF Game on Girls ET owned by Maddie Smith; 3) S/N Margot’s Charm 429 ET owned by Stetson Reedy.

American Royal 2025

National Shorthorn Show

North Central Region – 110 head – Judge: Joe Bales, Murfreesboro, Tenn.

byCassieReid

Shorthorn exhibitors from 16 states exhibited 110 head in Hale Arena during the 126th American Royal Open Shorthorn Show in Kansas City, Missouri on Friday, October 24, 2025. Joe Bales of Murfreesboro, Tenn. evaluated 11 Purebred Bulls, 61 Purebred Females, 6 ShorthornPlus Bulls and 32 ShorthornPlus Females.

Grand Champion Shorthorn Bull honors went to CF In Demand owned by Gypsy Creek Ranch of Gettysburg, Pa. In Demand came out of the Champion Junior Bull division.

Reserve Grand Champion Shorthorn Bull award went to 4CSC Metallika owned by Bright Lights Show Cattle of Beloit, Wis. & Alyssa Carter of Oregonia, Ohio. He was also the Reserve Champion Junior Bull.

Grand Champion Shorthorn Female

Grand Champion

Shorthorn

honors went to STECK WSCC Chelsie DM 401 ET owned by Carter Wickard of Wilkinson, Ind. Chelsie DM 401 ET was also named the division Champion Junior Female.

CF LV Margie 430 PW X ET owned by Reagan James of Plymouth, Ind. earned the Reserve Grand Champion Shorthorn Female and Reserve Champion Junior Female division winner.

In the ShorthornPlus show, Grand Champion ShorthornPlus Bull honors went to 3BC Executive Class 415 owned by Jaycee Schomberg of Pierce, Neb. He was also named Champion Junior Bull.

King Kody owned by Josephine Razey of Augusta, Kan. was selected as Reserve Grand Champion ShorthornPlus Bull and Champion Early Spring Bull Calf. Grand Champion ShorthornPlus

Female honors went to LMAN SULL Stylen Rosa 4618M owned Kyser Will of Anita, Iowa. She was also named the Champion Early Spring Female division winner.

Reserve Grand Champion

ShorthornPlus Female and Champion Junior Female award went to RJC Lady Crystal 415M ET owned by Georgia Johnson of Tekamah, Neb.

Our Grand Champion Bulls & Females went on to represent the Shorthorn breed in the Open Supreme Drive on Sunday, October 26th.

Other Champions Include:

Open Purebred Bull Show Divisions:

Champion Late Spring Bull Calf – CLF/VCC Casper 2502, Cedar Lane Farm, Cedarville, Ohio & Joshua Blakeman, Oak Hill, Ohio.

Champion Early Spring Bull Calf

Bull & Champion Junior Bull was CF In Demand, exhibited by Gypsy Creek Ranch, Gettysburg, Pa.

Reserve Grand Champion Shorthorn Bull & Reserve Champion Junior Bull was 4CSC Metallika, exhibited by Bright Lights Show Cattle, Beloit, Wis. & Alyssa Carter, Oregonia, Ohio.

Grand Champion Shorthorn Female & Champion Junior Female was STECK WSCC Chelsie DM 401 ET, exhibited by Carter Wickard, Wilkinson, Ind.

Reserve Grand Champion Shorthorn Female & Reserve Champion Junior Female was CF LV Margie 430 PW X ET, exhibited by Reagan James, Plymouth, Ind.

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Grand Champion ShorthornPlus Bull & Champion Junior Bull was 3BC Executive Class 415, exhibited by Jaycee Schomberg, Pierce, Neb.

Grand Champion ShorthornPlus Female & Champion

Early Spring Female was LMAN SULL Stylen Rosa 4618M, exhibited by Kyser Will, Anita, Iowa.

– TKA Buckle Up 15N, Bailey Abney, South Wayne, Wis.

Reserve Champion Early Spring Bull Calf – DVW Freckles 325, Wasinger Cattle Company, Winnebago, Minn.

Champion Junior Bull Calf –DVW Hammer 175, Wasinger Cattle Company, Winnebago, Minn.

Reserve Champion Junior Bull Calf – MM Watchman TB 6N, Callie Henke, Salisbury, Mo.

Champion Senior Bull Calf – MM Chance LO 117M, Hugh W Moore Jr & Sons, Jerseyville, Ill.

Champion Intermediate Bull –JA_C 1870 2.0 504M, AJ Show Cattle, Wildorado, Texas.

Champion Senior Bull – Ferree Fitz AFLS Renegade 2377 ET, Schrag/ Nikkel Show Cattle, Marion, S.D. & Armstrong Farms, Saxonburg, Pa.

Open Purebred Female Show Divisions:

Champion Late Spring Heifer Calf – Lane’s Phoebe Max Rosa 7N, Liv Jurevicius, Grove, Okla.

Reserve Champion Late Spring

Reserve Grand Champion

ShorthornPlus Bull & Champion Early Spring Bull Calf was King Kody, exhibited by Josephine Razey, Augusta, Kan.

Reserve Grand Champion

ShorthornPlus Female & Champion Junior Female was RJC Lady Crystal 415M ET, exhibited by Georgia Johnson, Tekamah, Neb.

Heifer Calf – RRRC Victoria 863N ET, Ryder Heter, Raymond, Kan.

Champion Early Spring Heifer Calf – CF Mona Lisa 547 OM X ET, Knox Neumayr, Boling, Texas.

Reserve Champion Early Spring Heifer Calf – RFSS Traveling Ruby 394N ET, Respite Farm, Inc., Paris, Ky.

Champion Junior Heifer Calf –CF Special Rosa 520 EV X ET, Remie Nyffengger, Darlington, Wis.

Reserve Champion Junior Heifer Calf – Berg Nora No Foolin, Lauren Berg, Osage, Iowa.

Champion Senior Heifer Calf –MAV Picture Perfect 24M ET, Aden Grathwohl, Hiawatha, Kan.

Reserve Champion Senior Heifer Calf – Ferree Fitz Crystal Swan 10M ET, Magen Tol, Canby, Minn.

Champion Intermediate Female –S/N KMA Rosemary’s Money 4149 ET, Brianna Duerre, Bristol, S.D.

Reserve Champion Intermediate Female – WBF Crimson and Clover ET, Maci Beckman, Jerseyville, Ill.

Champion Early Spring Female –SULL LGF Ruby’s Dream 4410M ET,

Brock Studer, Creston, Iowa.

Reserve Champion Early Spring Female – Bergs Sweet Dream ET, Kaitlyn Berg, Osage, Iowa.

Champion Senior Female – BLSC Leading Lady PO6L, Finley Jones, Aledo, Texas.

Reserve Champion Senior Female –AF VF Picture Perfect 319 ET, Adalynn Vaughn, Maxwell, Iowa.

Open ShorthornPlus Bull Show Divisions:

Champion Junior Bull Calf – LH Uncle Pig 0225, L H Showcattle, Americus, Kan.

Champion Intermediate Bull –Lane’s Blue Skies 23M, Alexa Lane, Grove, Okla.

Reserve Champion Junior Bull –CSRF Apollo, Kinsley Robinette, Essex, Iowa.

Champion Senior Bull – JCHFF EPB Pearl 90L, Jaymie Collins, Ashland, Mo.

Open ShorthornPlus Female Show Divisions:

Champion Late Spring Heifer Calf –TKA Phoebe 23N, Bailey Abney, South

Shothorn Female Pictures Not Available:

Reserve Champion Early Spring Female – Bergs Sweet Dream ET, Kaitlyn Berg, Osage, Iowa.

Reserve Champion Senior Female – AF VF Picture Perfect 319 ET, Adalynn Vaughn, Maxwell, Iowa.

Champion Late Spring Heifer Calf – Lane’s Phoebe Max Rosa 7N, Liv Jurevicius, Grove, Okla.

Reserve Champion Late Spring Heifer Calf – RRRC Victoria 863N ET, Ryder Heter, Raymond, Kan.

Champion Junior Heifer Calf – CF Special Rosa 520 EV X ET, Remie Nyffengger, Darlington, Wis.

Reserve Champion Junior Heifer Calf –Berg Nora No Foolin, Lauren Berg, Osage, Iowa.

Champion Early Spring Heifer Calf –CF Mona Lisa 547 OM X ET, Knox Neumayr, Boling, Texas.

Reserve Champion Early Spring Heifer Calf – RFSS Traveling Ruby 394N ET, Respite Farm, Inc., Paris, Ky.

Champion Senior Heifer Calf – MAV Picture Perfect 24M ET, Aden Grathwohl, Hiawatha, Kan.

Reserve Champion Senior Heifer Calf –Ferree Fitz Crystal Swan 10M ET, Magen Tol, Canby, Minn.

Champion Intermediate Female – S/N KMA Rosemary’s Money 4149 ET, Brianna Duerre, Bristol, S.D.

Champion Early Spring Female – SULL LGF Ruby’s Dream 4410M ET, Brock Studer, Creston, Iowa.

Champion Senior Female – BLSC Leading Lady PO6L, Finley Jones, Aledo, Texas.

Reserve Champion Intermediate Female – WBF Crimson and Clover ET, Maci Beckman, Jerseyville, Ill.

Champion Late Spring Bull Calf – CLF/ VCC Casper 2502, Cedar Lane Farm, Cedarville, Ohio & Joshua Blakeman, Oak Hill, Ohio.

Champion Junior Bull Calf – DVW Hammer 175, Wasinger Cattle Company, Winnebago, Minn.

Champion Intermediate Bull – JA_C

1870 2.0 504M, AJ Show Cattle, Wildorado, Texas.

Wayne, Wis.

Reserve Champion Late Spring Heifer Calf – LH Pinx 0525, L H Showcattle, Americus, Kan.

Champion Early Spring Heifer Calf

– TKA Miss Ruthie 102N, Bailey Abney, South Wayne, Wis.

Reserve Champion Early Spring Heifer Calf – Stark Purple Hazel, Adrian Brown, Auxvasse, Mo.

Champion Junior Heifer Calf –FOX Carries Dream 503 ET, Reagan Fox, Kanawha, Iowa.

Reserve Champion Junior Heifer Calf – S/N Lucky Nougat 558 ET, Chloe Carlisle, Amarillo, Texas.

Champion Senior Heifer Calf – S/N Demi’s Mic Drop 4201 ET, Katie Lowry, Burlingame, Kan.

Reserve Champion Senior Heifer Calf – KABG ABEN Wildberry 434M,

Champion Early Spring Bull Calf – TKA Buckle Up 15N, Bailey Abney, South Wayne, Wis.

Reserve Champion Junior Bull Calf –MM Watchman TB 6N, Callie Henke, Salisbury, Mo.

Champion Senior Bull – Ferree Fitz AFLS Renegade 2377 ET, Schrag/Nikkel Show Cattle, Marion, S.D. & Armstrong Farms, Saxonburg, Pa.

Reserve Champion Early Spring Bull Calf – DVW Freckles 325, Wasinger Cattle Company,

Champion Senior Bull Calf – MM Chance LO 117M, Hugh W Moore Jr & Sons, Jerseyville, Ill.

Klaira Bremer, Blakesburg, Iowa.

Champion Intermediate Female – PKL Moxie 16M, Kassie Kelley, Moodys, Okla.

Reserve Champion Early Spring Female – ZL Angel ET, Taylor Larsen, Armstrong, Iowa.

Reserve Champion Junior Female – Deertrail/WLL Mirage’s Nikki Minaj, Brody Grathwohl, Hiwatha, Kan.

Open Purebred Bull Class Placings:

Late Spring Bull Calves – (1 Entry): 1) CLF/VCC Casper 2502 owned by Cedar Lane Farm & Joshua Blakeman.

Early Spring Bull Calves – (2 Entries): 1) TKA Buckle Up 15N owned by Bailey Abney; 2) DVW Freckles 325 owned by Wasinger Cattle Company.

Junior Bull Calves – (2 Entries): 1) DVW Hammer 175 owned by Wasinger Cattle Company; 2) MM Watchman TB

6N owned by Callie Henke.

Winter Bull Calves – (1 Entry): 1) MM Chance LO 117M owned by Hugh W Moore Jr & Sons.

Late Spring Yearling Bulls – (1 Entry): 1) JA_C 1872 2.0 504M owned by AJ Show Cattle.

Early Spring Yearling Bulls – (2 Entries): 1) CF In Demand owned by Gypsy Creek Ranch; 2) LH Jett 0324 owned by L H Showcattle.

Junior Yearling Bulls – (1 Entry): 1) 4CSC Metallika owned by Bright Lights Show Cattle & Alyssa Carter.

Senior Yearling Bulls – (1 Entry): 1) Ferree Fitz AFLS Renegade 2377 ET owned by Schrag/Nikkel Show Cattle & Armstrong Farms.

Open Purebred Female Class Placings:

Late Spring Heifer Calves – (2

Winnebago, Minn.

Champion Late Spring Heifer Calf – TKA Phoebe 23N,

Reserve

Entries): 1) Lane’s Phoebe Max Rosa 7N owned by Liv Jurevicius; 2) RRRC Victoria 863N ET owned by Ryder Heter.

Early Spring Heifer Calves – (4 Entries): 1) 720 KGL Ace of Hearts owned by Kase Glazier; 2) AF VF Classie Lassie 510 owned by Alden Vaughn; 3) CLF Nugget 2504 ET owned by Joshua Blakeman.

Reserve Champion Late Spring

Reserve

Early Spring Heifer Calves – (5 Entries): 1) CF Mona Lisa 547 OM X ET owned by Knox Neumayr; 2) RFSS Traveling Ruby 394N ET owned by Respite Farm, Inc.; 3) DVW Pretty Marvelous 345 ET owned by Hadley Jo McDonald.

Junior Heifer Calves – (5 Entries): 1) CF Special Rosa 520 EV X ET owned by Remie Nyffengger; 2) RFSS Roan

Red Ruby 392N ET owned by Kaitlyn Broughton; 3) CVW Sweet and Spicy 215 ET owned by Lane McDonald.

Junior Heifer Calves – (5 Entries): 1) Berg Nora No Foolin owned by Lauren Berg; 2) RFSS Knight’s Fire Rose 390N owned by Respite Farm, Inc.; 3) Degroot Cherri’s Accountable 515 E ET owned by Brynlee Thompson. Winter Heifer Calves – (5 Entries):

Bailey Abney, South Wayne, Wis.

Heifer Calf –LH Pinx 0525, L H Showcattle, Americus, Kan.

Champion Junior Heifer Calf – FOX Carries Dream 503 ET, Reagan Fox, Kanawha, Iowa.

Reserve Champion Senior Heifer Calf –KABG ABEN Wildberry 434M, Klaira Bremer, Blakesburg, Iowa.

Champion Junior Heifer Calf – S/N Lucky Nougat 558 ET, Chloe Carlisle, Amarillo, Texas.

Champion Early Spring Heifer Calf –TKA Miss Ruthie 102N, Bailey Abney, South Wayne, Wis.

Champion Early Spring Heifer Calf – Stark Purple Hazel, Adrian Brown, Auxvasse, Mo.

Champion Senior Heifer Calf – S/N Demi’s Mic Drop 4201 ET, Katie Lowry, Burlingame, Kan.

Champion Intermediate Female – PKL Moxie 16M, Kassie Kelley, Moodys, Okla.

Champion Early Spring Female –ZL Angel ET, Taylor Larsen, Armstrong, Iowa.

Champion Junior Female –Deertrail/WLL Mirage’s Nikki Minaj, Brody Grathwohl, Hiwatha, Kan.

ShorthornPlus Bull Picture Not Available: Reserve Champion Junior Bull – CSRF Apollo, Kinsley Robinette, Essex, Iowa.

1) Ferree Fitz Crystal Swan 10M ET owned by Magen Tol; 2) BFS Margie Pay PW 499 ET owned by Cole Brus; 3) CNETO Sierra’s Flashy ET owned by Colton Netolicky.

Senior Heifer Calves – (5 Entries): 1)

MAV Picture Perfect 24M ET owned by Aden Grathwohl; 2) CF Mona Lisa 4136 EV X ET owned by Addison Ward; 3) 2G Beau’s Flash 451 FL ET owned by Ryder Heter.

Senior Heifer Calves – (4 Entries): 1) MM Maxa Rosa DW 82M ET owned by Connelly Ward; 2) TKA Gwen 91M owned by Bailey Abney; 3) BWR Jillian’s Valkyrie ET owned by Colton Becker.

Summer Yearling Females – (1 Entry): 1) BRUS Whiskey’s Abbi 9M owned by Katelyn Brus.

Late Spring Yearling Females – (6 Entries): 1) S/N KMA Rosemary’s Money 4149 ET owned by Brianna Duerre; 2) WBF Crimson and Clover ET owned by Maci Beckman; 3) WRS Vixon 412 EC owned by Landan Fetters.

Early Spring Yearling Females – (5 Entries): 1) SULL LGF Ruby’s Dream 4410M ET owned by Brock Studer; 2) Bergs Sweet Dream ET owned by Kaitlyn Berg; 3) CCCSweetgrass Anndelle WC 3C3M owned by Bridgett Cover.

Junior Yearling Females – (7 Entries): 1) STECK WSCC Chelsie DM 401 ET owned by Carter Wickard; 2) CF LV Margie 430 PW X ET owned by Reagan James; 3) SULL LGF Ruby’s Dream 4412M ET owned by Madeline Berg.

Senior Yearling Females – (3 Entries): 1) BLSC Leading Lady PO6L owned by Finley Jones; 2) AF VF Picture Perfect 319 ET owned by Adalynn Vaughn; 3) LDB Mercis Gia 333 ET owned by Lane Blankinship.

Open ShorthornPlus Bull Class Placings:

Early Spring Bull Calves – (1 Entry): 1) King Kody owned by Josephine Razey.

Junior Bull Calves – (1 Entry): 1) LH Uncle Pig 0225 owned by L H Showcattle.

Late Spring Yearling Bulls – (1 Entry): 1) Lane’s Blue Skies 23M owned by Alexa Lane.

Early Spring Yearling Bulls – (2 Entries): 1) 3BC Executive Class 415 owned by Jaycee Schomberg; 2) CSRF Apollo owned by Kinsley Robinette.

Senior Yearling Bulls – (1 Entry): 1) JCHFF EPB Pearl 90L owned by Jaymie Collins.

Open ShorthornPlus Female Class Placings:

Late Spring Heifer Calves – (2 Entries): 1) TKA Phoebe 23N owned by Bailey Abney; 2) LH Pinx 0525 owned by L H Showcattle.

Early Spring Heifer Calves – (2 Entries): 1) AC RC Lucy 547 owned by Chloe Carlisle; 2) Compton’s Winnie 51N owned by Liv Jurevicius.

Early Spring Heifer Calves – (4 Entries): 1) TKA Miss Ruthie 102N owned by Bailey Abney; 2) Stark Purple Hazel owned by Adrian Brown; 3) Lady

Marge 225N owned by Hawkins/Collins Cattle.

Junior Heifer Calves – (1 Entry): 1) S/N Lucky Nougat 558 ET owned by Chloe Carlisle.

Junior Heifer Calves – (2 Entries): 1) FOX Carries Dream 503 ET owned by Reagan Fox; 2) KCS Mira Gem owned by Kensi Cash.

Winter Heifer Calves – (2 Entries): 1) 2G Lush Tamale 464 LU ET owned by Josie Heter; 2) Lane’s Anna Marie 73M owned by Liv Jurevicius.

Senior Heifer Calves – (3 Entries): 1) S/N Demi’s Mic Drop 4201 ET owned by Katie Lowry; 2) KABG ABEN Wildberry 434M owned by Klaira Bremer; 3) SVV SFF Mona Lisa 929M FER X ET owned by Karley Lowry.

Late Spring Yearling Females – (1 Entry): 1) PKL Moxie 16M owned by Kassie Kelley.

Early Spring Yearling Females – (6 Entries): 1) LMAN SULL Stylen Rosa 4618M owned by Kyser Will; 2) ZL Angel ET owned by Taylor Larsen; 3) MFS Angel’s Clarabelle 39M owned by Kennadi Brogdon.

Junior Yearling Females – (6 Entries): 1) RJC Lady Crystal 415M ET owned by Georgia Johnson; 2) Deertrail/WLL Mirage’s Nikkie Minaj owned by Brody Grathwohl; 3) TSSC AGRF Game on Girls ET owned by Maddie Smith.

Champion Junior Bull Calf – LH Uncle Pig 0225, L H Showcattle, Americus, Kan.

Champion Senior Bull – JCHFF EPB Pearl 90L, Jaymie Collins, Ashland, Mo.

Champion Intermediate Bull – Lane’s Blue Skies 23M, Alexa Lane, Grove, Okla.

Home of Studer’s Crunch Time 22C

-Top 5% in the breed for WW, YW, TM, CW, and $F - Semen: $30/unit

Jason Smithers & Girls - 217-491-2140 jasonsmithers74@gmail.com

Greg & Pam Smithers - 217-285-6280 36739 205th Avenue • Pittsfield, IL 62363

Quality cattle for sale at all times. Located just a few miles south of Route 36/I-72.

Sunnyland Farms

Wayne Hinderliter Family 629 Co. Rd. 350 North Albion, IL 62806

Wayne: 618-384-8250

Doug: 618-384-1932

Visitors always welcome! Cattle usually for sale. Four miles north of I-64. Exit 130 on Illinois 130.

Cagwin Farms

VisitorsWelcome... Stopbyanytime!

Don Cagwin P.O. Box 77 • Virginia, Illinois 62691 office: 217-452-3051 • cell: 217-341-7552

Kerry Johnston cell: 217-370-6033

Dalton Johnston cell: 217-416-9536

Cindy Cagwin-Johnston cell: 217-370-6034 cagwincattle@casscomm.com FarmlocatedfivemileseastofVirginiaonRoute125, thenonemilesouthoftheelevatoratPhiladelphia,Illinois.

Wright Cattle Co.

Trey & Hailey Wright

Steve & Marsha Wright Route 2, Box 55

Beecher City, IL 62414

home: 618-487-5559

Trey: 618-367-0764

Steve: 618-267-3229

Hugh W. Moore, Jr. & Sons

31056 Old Fidelity Road • Jerseyville, IL 62052

Scott Horton, Owner

Chris Cassady: 815-674-5129

Buddy Haas: 630-536-9180

4N010 Town Hall Rd. • St. Charles, IL 60175

WATAGA, IL 61488 contact: Dave Steck

Hugh: 618-729-4448 • Tom: 618-498-5848 Ron: 618-729-3258 Bulls, Females, Club Calves For Sale at all times. Full Irish calves available. 40 miles north of St. Louis.

SULL Roan Goose 9020

Gordon 1160 600th Ave. Middletown, IL 62666

Mark cell: 217-737-7905 Shelden Tibbs, Herdsman mark.gordon@plantpioneer.com

State Fair of West Virginia - Regional Show

Northeast Region – 41 head – Judge: Rick Leone, Fowler, Colo.

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Grand Champion

Shorthorn Bull, CLF Destined 2427, exhibited by Cedar Lane Farm, Cedarville, Ohio.

Grand Champion

Shorthorn Female, CHEY Revival’s Dream 501M ET, exhibited by Reese Six, New Freeport, Pa.

Reserve Grand Champion

Shorthorn Bull, HAHN Ambitious S26M, exhibited by White Mark Cattle, Bruceton Mills, W.Va.

Reserve Grand Champion

Shorthorn Female, TRNR Rose Lass 105 ET, exhibited by Turner Shorthorns, Somerset, Ohio.

Grand Champion

ShorthornPlus Bull, TRNR Blue Flame 135, exhibited by Turner Shorthorns, Somerset, Ohio.

Grand Champion

ShorthornPlus Female, Pleasant Penelope, exhibited by Pleasant View Farms, Given, W.Va.

Reserve Grand Champion

ShorthornPlus Bull, Pleasant Tipsy Tornado, exhibited by Pleasant View Farms, Given, W.Va.

Reserve Grand Champion

ShorthornPlus Female, CGTI Ebie, exhibited by Esabell Vaughan, White Sulphur Springs, W.Va.

Northern International Livestock Exposition - Regional Show

West Region – 49 head – Judge: Colton Prescott, Winchester, Ind.

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Grand Champion

Shorthorn Bull, WSC Reality Check 24N, exhibited by Matthew Wallace, Williamstown, Ky.

Grand Champion

Shorthorn Female, SV CG Red Ruby 2402 RK ET, exhibited by Sara Allard, Sidney, Neb.

Reserve Grand Champion

Shorthorn Bull, PEAKVIEW

Absolute Value 24917 ET, exhibited by Peak View Ranch Inc., Fowler, Colo.

Reserve Grand Champion

Shorthorn Female, PEAKVIEW

Belladona 25204 ET, exhibited by Peak View Ranch Inc., Fowler, Colo.

Grand Champion

ShorthornPlus Bull, SMMT Endless Fame 406M, exhibited by Coen Cahoon, Charlo, Mont.

Grand Champion

ShorthornPlus Female, SMMT Cherri’s Legacy 403M, exhibited by Kealyn Cahoon, Charlo, Mont.

Reserve Grand Champion

ShorthornPlus Bull, CHC Sweethearts Cupid, exhibited by Cooper Clark, Missoula, Mont.

Reserve Grand Champion

ShorthornPlus Female, SMMT Cookies N’ Dreams 510N, exhibited by Kealyn Cahoon, Charlo, Mont.

Sale Reports

Lasting Impressions Sale 2025

Sale Summary

28 Open Heifers $ 284,800 $ 10,171

5 Cow/Calf Pairs $ 53,950 $ 10,790

6 Bred Cows $ 30,350 $ 5,058

6 Bred Heifers $ 29,900 $ 4,983

2 Bulls $ 9,750 $ 4,875

47 Live Lots ............... $ 408,750 ............$ 8,697

1 Pregnancy $ 4,800 $ 4,800

2 Embryo Pkgs $ 1,650 $ 825

12 Semen Pkgs $ 12,875 $ 1,073

1 Semen Tank $ 2,000 $ 2,000 Sale Gross: $430,075

Saturday, October 18, 2025 Bedwell Cattle Company Isabella, Oklahoma

Auctioneer: Kevin Wendt Sale Management: Aegerter Marketing Services, Inc. by: Darryl Rahn

Each year, this leading sale gets better with a deeper group of high quality Shorthorns offered. This year, the open heifer show prospects were just outstanding. Add to that a super high quality set of bred females made this snappy sale one that higher averages in all categories. Congratulations to all the consignors for offering an elite set of cattle for the buyers. Below are the top selling Shorthon lots.

$20,000 - Lot 1 - Open Heifer - JCB ASLA Rosebud 5413. A roan, polled March 16, 2025 daughter of JCB JJ Made to Order 311L and out of JCB Rose Mary 308L. This fancy youngster was one all had on their lists. She has the structure and design that make her a great prospect in the show ring and in the pasture. Offered by Bedwell and purchased by Andrew Sproul of Isabella, Oklahoma.

$19,000 - Lot 11 - Open HeiferLDB Mercis UH 520 ET. A RWM, polled April 5, 2025 daughter of CF S/F Upper Hand X ET and out of MB Bo’s Knightly Cabernet ET. This super young prospect has a great design to go with a top pedigree. Aviator on the top side and Red Knight on the bottom. She is bred to be good and she is that. Offered by Lost Diamond B Ranch and purchased by Jan Biehler of Loyal, Oklahoma.

$18,000 - Lot 2 - Open HeiferKANE Lady Cornerstone P 241N. A roan, polled March 9, 2025 daughter of JSF Palermo 172H ET and out of Kane Lady Cornerstone RW 241K ET. The top show prospects just kept coming and this is one of the best. A really good heifer out of a great proven female line.

Naylor Angus & Shorthorns

She will be a top addition to her new herd. Offered by Aegerter Cattle Co and purchased by SULI Shorthorns of Hunter, Oklahoma.

$13,000 - Lot 28 - Bred Cow - JSF Adelaide 26H. A roan, polled 2020 daughter of Bar N Ripper 99A and out of JSF Adelaide 202F selling bred to JCB Made To Order 311L for a May 2026 calf. This is a donor quality female out of one of the breeds top female lines, the Adelaides. Her super body pattern and dimension make her easy to look at and her potential production is elite. Offered by Bedwell and purchased by Lost Diamond B Ranch of Stillwater, Oklahoma.

$10,500 - Lot 7 - Open HeiferKANE Reba Sue PW 27N ET. A red, horned January 2, 2025 daughter of CF Payweight X ET and out of KANE Red Reba 613E. This one made many lists at the sale. She is super fancy in her makeup and design to go with her overall dimension and style. She will show and then be a great brood cow. The Payweight progeny continue to impress. Offered by Aegerter Cattle Co and purchased by Brett Stuzman of Milford, Nebraska.

“Bred for Balance” Fall Production Sale 2025

$15,000 – Lot 4 – GPN Growth Fund 4N14. Angus bull born 9/6/24 sired by Deer Valley Growth Fund. Dam was GPN Queen 8N25. Purchased by Sam Ander Angus, Calhoun, Missouri.

Top Three Lots:

$21,500 – Lot 18 – GPN Avalanche 4N29. Roan, polled Shorthorn bull born 9/24/24 sired by JSF Ronan 5H. Dam was GPN Cherry 8N29. Purchsed by Harold Brunner, Lockwood, Missouri.

$9,250 – Lot 19 – Naylor Blizzard 478. Roan, polled, Shorthorn bull born 9/26/24 sired by JSF Ronan 5H. Dam was Naylor Red Cherry 1N15. Purchased by Richard Pauley, Bunker Hill, West Virginia.

Auctioneer: Cody Lowderman Sale Management: Brett Naylor, Naylor Management Solution by: Brett Naylor

Six Family Shorthorns “Legends of the Fall” 2025

Sale Summary

Sunday, October 26, 2025

Jacktown Fairgrounds Windy Ridge, Pennsylvania

Auctioneer: Kevin Wendt Sale Management:

Aegerter Marketing Services, Inc. by: Darryl Rahn

This year’s Legends sale had a great group of cattle offered. There was something for everyone in this quality set. The large group of open heifers was deep in quality and they sold well. The bred female offering was also well received. The sale saw steady prices given throughout. Congratulations to all the consignors for presenting a really good sale.

$6,750 - Lot 27 - ShorthornPlus Open Heifer - BAA Bo’s Stylish Nancy. A R/W,

Durham Nation 2025

polled March 24, 2025 daughter of DJS The Outsider and out of BAA Bo’s Heavenly Style. This fancy youngster rose to the top of many lists at the sale. She has a definite show look about her and a great pedigree. The Outsider and out of a female from the Myrtle Bo line. This is a can’t miss here. Offered by Nebo Ridge Farm and purchased by Dave Dillabo of Live Oak, California.

$6,500 - Lot 46 - Bull - R-6’s Stormbreaker 01M-LJ. A roan, polled February 2024 son of Bar N Lumberjack 31J and out of PVF Mighty Nita 26J. This is a big, stout young bull that is ready for a lot of service. His dam is by Flash so he has the built in performance that all want in their herd. He will be a top sire. Offered by Six Family Shorthorns and purchased by Steel Hill Ranch of Minto, North Dakota.

$5,750 - Lot 24 - Open Heifer - CHEY Dream Lady 33M RK ET. A RWM, Scurred October 30, 2024 daughter of SULL Red Knight 2030 ET and out of SULL Dream Lady 5376 ET. What a pedigree. A Red Knight out of a Dream Lady. Not only is this one a top show prospect but will make a great addition to a donor pen. She has all the parts

and pieces to be a good one. Offered by Cheyenne Cattle Co and purchased by Dave Dillabo of Live Oak, California.

$5,400 - Lot 58 - Bred Female - RFSS Flashy Delite 363M. A RWM, polled March 2024 daughter of Byland Flash 9U106 and out of RFSS Delightfully Hot selling bred to Gilman’s Sure Bet 3K for a February 2026 calf. A good young bred female with a top pedigree. A Flash daughter out of a Hot Commodity dam. She is bred to be a top mother cow in any program. Offered by Rocky Acres Shorthorns and purchased by Alex Pera Lilly of Cool Ridge, Pennsylvania.

$5,200 - Lot 4 - Open Heifer - CHRF Glimmer. A roan, polled April 26, 2025 daughter of Millbrook Tribute FB 6023J and out of BCSC Treasure 19L. The Tribute progeny have been in demand and this one fits that mold. She is really fancy in her makeup and design as will as having the style to make her one to contend with in the show ring. She will then be a great brood cow. Offered by Chimney Rock Farm and purchased by Dennis Householder of Holbrook, Pennsylvania. Sale Summary 40

donor cow. She is beautiful in her design with the muscle pattern that all desire. She is a show quality heifer but her future as a donor female will hit a home run. She is the kind to build on. Offered by Jungels and purchased by J Thomas Livestock of Dunlap, Tennessee.

Sale Gross: $1,051,575

Saturday, November 1, 2025 Jungels Shorthorn Farm Kathryn, North Dakota

Auctioneer: Cody Lowderman Sale Management: Aegerter Marketing Services, Inc. by: Darryl Rahn

Raise The Bar!! Over $1 Million in sales. Record high open heifer average. Record high bred heifer average. Record crowd in attendance. This rapid, snappy sale saw sales to 21 states as well as sales to Canada and Australia. Congratulations to Derek, Brock, Preston, the consignors and the entire JSF crew for putting this all together. A GREAT NIGHT!!

$25,000 - Lot 1 - Open Heifer - JSF Bella Thorne 177N - A roan, polled March 11, 2025 daughter of JSF Guaranteed 129L and out of JSF Bella Thorne 102G. A great lead heifer for this sale out of a powerful

$25,000 - Lot 3 - Open Heifer - JSF Orange Blossom 26N. A white, polled February 12, 2025 daughter of JSF Joe Cool 17K and out of JSF Orange Blossom 331K. A beatiful white heifer whose maternal grandmother is the great donor female, ND Orange Blossom 26X3. There is future donor written all over this one’s pedigree. She is made the way you want a great female to be made. Offered by Jungels and purchased by Tim Flakoll of Fargo, North Dakota.

$15,000 - Lot 111 - Bred Heifer - JSF Annie 235M - A roan, polled March 2024 daughter of JSF Springsteen 183K and out of DSF Anne 98J selling bred to Kafka Distinguished for a March 2026 calf. The large group of bred heifers in this sale were super strong throughout and this one was one of the very best in the group. Deep sided with the dimension and length of side that makes her a great future brood cow. Offered by Jungels and purchased by J Thomas Livestock of Dunlap, Tennessee.

$10,500 - Lot 170 - Bull - Kafka Kona

629M - An April 2024 son of JSF 150K and out of Kafka Lilac H-307 CM. There was a really solid set of bulls in this sale and this one was at the top of many lists. He is long sided and thick made with the sound structure everyone wants in a herd bull. He is the kind that will be a top sire of high performing cattle. Offered by Kafka Cattle Co and purchased by Duffy Fromke of Lisbon, North Dakota.

$10,500 - Lot 12 - Open Heifer - JSF Lovemore 275N ET. A roan, polled March 27, 2025 daughter of JSF Bank Draft 119L and out of JSF Lovemore 52G. Another of the top heifer calves in this sale. She also has a great donor dam as her mother. Out of a top breeding Byland Cash son, this combination will make her a leading female in her new home. Offered by Jungels and purchased by Promiseland Cattle Co of Fishtail, Montana.

$10,000 - Lot 56 - Bred Heifer - Bar N 693E Breathless 4M. A red, polled January 2024 daughter of Bar N Conviction 011H and out of KANE Breathless 693E ET selling bred to Byland Elite for an early 2026 calf. Another of the top bred females in this sale. She has the overall dimension everyone likes to go with an extended front end and a very correct structure. Offered by Bar N Cattle Co and purchased by Six’s Shorthorns of New Freeport, Pennsylvania.

Gana Farms “No Bull Sale” 2025

Sunday, November 2, 2025 Venue 5 Twenty-Two Lincoln, Nebraska

Auctioneer: Cody Lowderman Sale Management:

Aegerter Marketing Services, Inc. by: Darryl Rahn

A good crowd was on hand to asses this outstanding set of open heifer show prospects as well as a top herd sire prospect. The bidding was active from the crowd as well as on the internet and on the phones. Cattle were sold across the United States in this snappy sale. Congratulations to Gana Farms for the presentation of a quality event. See below the top selling Shorthorn lots.

$75,000 - Lot 1 - Bull - Gana My Turn 4096 ET. A roan, polled October 5, 2024 son of CSF Evolution HC and out of WHR SRVM Cecilia CiCi 0101

ET. What a powerhouse here. He is deep sided with an extended front to go with a tremendous muscle pattern. A really thick made stud. He will put performance into any program. Purchased by the Gana My Turn Group managed by AMS, Inc.

$27,000 - Lot 11 - Open Heifer - Gana Mirage Forever 550 RK ET. A roan, polled May 8, 2025 daughter of SULL Red Knight 2030 ET and out of RGLC Mirage Forever Lasting 8121 2. This one is really special. A Red Knight out of one of the leading donor cow families in the breed today. She will be a great show heifer and then a great donor in her own right. Purchased by Ryan Beach of Palmyra, Nebraska.

$15,000 - Lot 2 - Open HeiferGana Cecilia 522 EV ET. A roan, polled February 12, 2025 daughter of CSF Evolution HC and out of WHR SRVM Cecilia CiCi 0101 ET. A full sister to the Lot 1 Bull and a really good one. She will show and then be a great producer in any herd. She is the kind to build a program around. Purchased by Stan Comer of Ardmore, Oklahoma.

$13,500 - Lot 12 - Open HeiferGana Mirage Forever 545 RK ET. A RWM, horned April 23, 2025 daughter

of SULL Red Knight 2030 ET and our of RGLC Mirage Forever Lasting 8121 2. A full sister to the Lot 11 heifer and one that is just as good in her overall makeup and design. She also will be a top show prospect and then be in the donor pen to produce the right kind. Purchased by Randy Chevalier of Crete, Nebraska.

$13,000 - Lot 15 - Open Heifer - Gana Margie 549 FB. A roan, polled May 5, 2025 daughter of Millbrook Fireball 23F and out of CSF Margie 2157 HC ET. This is a really good Fireball daughter from the Margie family. This is a combination that will reap dividends for her new owner. The Fireball progeny have done very well. Purchased by Kayla Coughlin of Browns Valley, California.

$12,000 - Lot 13 - Open Heifer - Gana Red Traveler 552 EV ET. A roan, polled May 10, 2025 daughter of CSF Evolution HC and out of SULL Red Traveler 2405Z ET. Another of the top show prospects in this sale. This one out of the great Red Traveler female. She will definitely show and then go into a donor program for her new owner. Purchased by David Erickson of Waterman, Illinois.

National Shorthorn Lassie Annual Meeting Announcement

The National Shorthorn Lassie Annual Meeting is scheduled to take January 10, 2026 at 10:30 AM EST/9:30 AM CST during Cattlemen’s Congress. Details regarding the meeting room will be announced on social media once assigned for those available to meet on-site. To promote broad participation from members nationwide, a Zoom link will be provided for virtual attendance.

Please reach out to the National Association for the link via email (shorthornlassies@gmail.com) or watch our social media channels.

All members are encouraged to join as we embark on the next chapter of the Lassie Association. The current board welcomes innovative ideas, particularly regarding fundraising and ongoing development opportunities for Lassie

members. Our primary objectives are to increase funding for our royalty program and to expand self-development opportunities throughout the year. We will also be electing new board members and officers as well as discussing further plans for the association.

Shorthorn Country

News & Notes

Farewells

Shirley Ruth Eisiminger, 92, of Waynesburg, Pa., passed away on November 7, 2025. She was born on January 21, 1933 to William and Ida George. She was a cheerleader at Waynesburg High School, where she graduated in 1951. She married

Bradley Eisiminger on July 23, 1952 at Morrisville UMC; he preceded her in death on November 2, 2018. She was an active member of Fairall UMC for many decades. She worked at Greenway Shirt Factory for 36 years; and worked at Lifetime Fence and Kiwi Fence during her retirement years. She and her husband operated Woodside Farm - the 2nd oldest registered herd of Shorthorn cattle in the U.S. - They held an annual cattle sale at their farm for 43 yearsattracting buyers nationwide.

In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by four brothers, Robert George, Wayne George, Donald George, and William R. George.

She is survived by her son, Bret Eisiminger; granddaughter, Falyn Eisiminger; and sister, Patricia Lemley.

Tri-State Fair & Rodeo Open Shorthorn & ShorthornPlus Show Winners

Grand Champion Shorthorn Female - GCC Ruby is Red 42 ET, exhibited by Brigham DeBorde Reserve Grand Champion Shorthorn Female - BCPD LDF Leona 315, exhibited by Ashlyn Wood Grand Champion Shorthorn Bull - JA_C 1872, exhibited by Alex Cash Reserve Grand Champion Shorthorn Bull - /F Cyclone 4322, exhibited by Talia Ferguson Grand Champion ShorthornPlus Female - MBEH Miss Bubble’s Jackie O 24N, exhibited by Merideth Behrens Reserve Grand Champion ShorthornPlus Female - /F Sweetie Pie 4686, exhibited by Talia Ferguson Grand Champion ShorthornPlus Bull - CCF Glory’s Red River C27M exhibited by Steven Crow Reserve Grand Champion ShorthornPlus Bull - TSW Dude, exhibited by Stayce Whisenhunt

Coming Soon: ASA Vintage Clothing Line!

An official vintage-inspired ASA line is on the way! Stay tuned for more information. These are mockup designs — final colors, fonts, apparel & details may vary.

Judge: Macy Scotten, El Reno, Okla. Submitted by Mary Bass, Texas Shorthorn Association.

Cattlemen’s Congress (CC) 2026Super National Shorthorn Show

Tuesday, Jan. 6

12:00 p.m. Shorthorn Cattle Arrival Begins

Wednesday, Jan. 7

2-4:00 p.m. Check-In: Junior, Open & E.D.G.E. Cattle Check-in | Shorthorn Booth

4:00 p.m. Cattle must be in place

Thursday, Jan. 8

8-11:00 a.m. Pen Cattle Processing & Check-In | PER Arena Scales

Friday, Jan. 9

8:00 a.m. Junior Female Show | OGEC Ring 2 Show Order: ShorthornPlus Females followed by Shorthorn Females.

2:00 p.m. Shorthorn E.D.G.E. Show | PER Arena

Saturday, Jan. 10

11:00 a.m. Super National Pen Show | PER Arena

5:30 p.m. “The Summit at OKC” National Shorthorn SaleBarn3 SA

Sunday, Jan. 11

8:00 a.m. Super National ShorthornPlus & Shorthorn Show | OGEC Ring 2 Show Order: ShorthornPlus Bulls, ShorthornPlus Females, Shorthorn Bulls, Shorthorn Females.

Cattle released at conclusion of their show.

National Western Stock Show (NWSS) 2026National Shorthorn Show

Sunday, Jan. 11

TBD Pen Cattle Arrival Begins

Monday, Jan. 12

TBD Tie Cattle Arrival Begins

Tuesday, Jan. 13

10 a.m. All cattle must be in place

10 a.m. - Noon Pen cattle check-in & processing | Yards Chutes

2 p.m. - 4 p.m. Junior, Open & E.D.G.E. Cattle Check-in

Wednesday, Jan. 14

8:00 a.m. Junior Show | CoBank Arena (Show Order: ShorthornPlus Heifers, Shorthorn Heifers)

Thursday, Jan. 15

10:00 a.m. National Pen Show | Stockyards Event Center following E.D.G.E Show | Stockyards Event Center

5:30 p.m. “The Summit at Denver” National Shorthorn SaleWagner Auction Arena

Friday, Jan. 16

8:00 a.m. National ShorthornPlus and Shorthorn Open Show | CoBank Arena Show Order: ShorthornPlus Bulls, ShorthornPlus Females, Shorthorn Bulls, Shorthorn Females.

All Shorthorns must be out Friday, January 16th at Conclusion of Show.

Fort Worth Stock Show (FWSS) 2026National Shorthorn Show

Wednesday, Jan. 28

8:00 a.m. Cattle Begin Arrival

Thursday, Jan. 29

11 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Check-In - Cactus Room

1:00 p.m. Cattle Must be in Place

Saturday, Jan. 31

3:00 p.m. National ShorthornPlus Show - W. R. Watt Arena followed by National Shorthorn Show - W. R. Watt Arena Show Order: ShorthornPlus Bulls, ShorthornPlus Females, Shorthorn Bulls, Shorthorn Females.

Sunday, Feb. 1

3:00 p.m. Cattle Released

Dixie National 2026National Shorthorn Show

Friday, Feb. 20

3-5:00 p.m. Check-In | Barn 14 Lobby

5:00 p.m. Cattle Must be in Place

Saturday, Feb. 21

2:00 p.m. National ShorthornPlus Open Show followed by National Shorthorn Open Show (Bulls followed by Feamles)

Entries are Now Open • Entry Deadline: End of January

SHOW JUDGES:

Cattlemen’s Congress Open Shows: Mark Hoge, Good Hope, Ill. • Cattlemen’s Congress Junior Shows: Zach Butler, Milton, Tenn.

Cattlemen’s Congress Pen Show: Matt Aggan, Harmony, Minn.

Cattlemen’s Congress E.D.G.E. Show: Jim Husz, Maryville, Mo.

National Western Stock Show Open Shows: Scott Trennepohl, Middletown, Ind. • NWSS Junior Shows: Scott Werning, Emery, S.D.

NWSS Pen Show: Chris Sankey, Council Grove, Kan.

NWSS E.D.G.E. Show: “Sonny” John Pfieffer Jr, Okla.

Fort Worth Stock Show Open Shows: Terry Burks, Scottsville, Ky.

Dixie National Open Shows: TBA

2025–2026 ASA Point Show System

Show Season: April 1, 2025 – March 31, 2026

*Individual show schedule subject to change

Northeast Region :: CT, DE, IN, ME, MD, MA, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OH, PA, RI, VA, VT, WV

National Show :: Keystone International Livestock Expo

Super Regional Show :: Ohio State Fair

Regional Shows :: Maryland State Fair & State Fair of West Virginia

Southeast Region :: AL, FL, GA, KY, MS, NC, SC, TN

National Show :: Dixie National

Super Regional Show :: Tennessee State Fair at Wilson County Fair

Regional Shows :: Appalachian Fair & Kentucky State Fair

North Central Region :: IL, IA, MO, MN, NE, ND, SD, WI

National Show :: American Royal

Super Regional Show :: Minnesota State Fair

Regional Shows :: Illinois State Fair & Iowa State Fair

South Central Region :: AR, KS, LA, OK, TX

National Show :: Fort Worth Stock Show

Super Regional Show :: Kansas State Fair

Regional Shows :: Tulsa State Fair & Tri-State Fair

West Region :: AZ, CA, CO, ID, MT, NV, NM, OR, UT, WA, WY

National Show :: National Western Stock Show

Super Regional Show :: Western Idaho Fair

Regional Shows :: Northern International Livestock Exposition & Washington State Fair

*Regional Awards calculated from Regional, Super Regional & National Shows within each region. Animal must exhibit at 2 of 4 shows to qualify.

Super National Shows :: 2 total

North American International Livestock Expo :: Louisville, KY Cattlemen’s Congress :: Oklahoma City, OK

National Shows :: 5 total, 1 in each region

Northeast :: Keystone International Livestock Expo :: Harrisburg, PA

Southeast :: Dixie National :: Jackson, MS

North Central :: American Royal :: Kansas City, MO

South Central :: Fort Worth Stock Show :: Fort Worth, TX

West :: National Western Stock Show :: Denver, CO

*National Show Bull & National Show Female points accumulated from 7 total National & Super National Shows listed above. Animal must exhibit at 2 of 7 shows to qualify for National Show Awards.

Sales Calendar

Dec. 13 - Paint Valley Farms, Byland Polled Shorthorns & Beckler Shorthorns “Maternal Event” Sale, Millersburg, Ohio.

Dec. 15 - Schrag|Nikkel “Bred Heifer & Cow Sale,” Marion, S.D., CCi.Live Online

Dec. 16 - Oler Farms “Open the Gate and Let Em Out” Online Sale, Economy, Ind., amsonlinesales.com

Jan. 10 - The Summit National Shorthorn Sale at OKC, Cattlemen’s Congress, Oklahoma City, Okla.

Jan. 15 - The Summit National Shorthorn Sale at Denver, National Western Stock Show, Denver, Colo.

Jan. 31 - Jungels Shorthorn Farm “Durhams in the Dakotas” Bull Sale, Kathryn, N.D.

Feb. 7 - Gilman Family Practical Performance Bull and Female Sale, Stuart, Iowa.

Feb. 12 - Watertown Winter Farm Show and Sale, Watertown, S.D.

Feb. 28 - Studer Shorthorns “Don’t You Think It’s Time” Bull Sale, WCC Cow Palace, Anita, Iowa.

March 4-5 - Cates Farms “Modoc Madness” Online Sale, Modoc, Ind., amsonlinesales.com

March 4-5 - Treasures of the Tank, Seward, Neb., amsonlinesales.com

March 7 - Loving Farms, “Predictable Genetics Proven Performance” Sale, Pawnee Rock, Kan.

March 7 - Kentucky National Shorthorn Sale & Show, Louisville, Ky.

March 7-8 - Stangl Shorthorns Open House Bull and Heifer Sale, Java, S.D., amsonlinesales.com

March 16 - Greenhorn Cattle Company “Where Great Females Make A Difference” Spring Edition Online Sale, Waynesville, Ohio, amsonlinesales.com

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* To have your sale listed in the sales calendar, you must be an advertiser with the Shorthorn Country.

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Dec. 2 - Oklahoma Shorthorn Association Banner Bash Online Sale, amsonlinesales.com

March 17 - Moore Shorthorns Fall and Summer Born Show Heifer Online Sale, Jerseyville, Ill., amsonlinesales. com

March 20 - Ohio Beef Expo Sale, Columbus, Ohio

March 22 - Gana Farms and Aegerter Cattle Spring Fever Sale, Martell, Neb., CCi.LiveOnline

March 24 - Missouri Shorthorn Association Online Sale, amsonlinesales.com

March 29 - WHR Shorthorns “Lone Star Edition XXXII” Sale, Van Alstyne, Texas.

April 2 - 23rd Annual “Who’s Your Daddy” Shorthorn Bull and Female Sale, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada

April 4 - Paint Valley Farm and Byland “A New Brand” Bull Sale, Millersburg, Ohio.

April 6 - Bollum Family Shorthorns Red, White, and Roan-Spring Fling Online Sale, Goodhue, Minn., amsonlinesales.com

April 11 - Lazy Bar F and Double G Shorthorns “Red Dirt Treasures” Shorthorn Production Sale, Seminole, Okla.

April 12 - Oklahoma Spring Selection Sale, Fairview, Okla.

April 13 - Iowa Shorthorn Association “Iowa Royal” Sale, amsonlinesales.com

April 14 - Peak View Ranch Annual Production Sale, Fowler, Colo., CCi.Live Online

April 18 - Little Cedar Cattle Company “Springtime Revival”, Fort Smith, Ark.

May 9 - SharBen Shorthorns and Martindell Shorthorns “Return of the Southern Stars” Sale, Campbellsburg, Ky.

Dec. 9 - Gilman Shorthorns Customer Appreciation Semen Sale, amsonlinesales.com

Dec. 13 - Paint Valley Shorthorns and Byland Shorthorns “Maternal Event” Sale, Millersburg, OH

Dec. 15 - Smith Family Farms and Jester Farms “Producers Pick” Bred Female Sale, Pendelton and Mooreland, IN, amsonlinesales.com

Dec. 16 - Oler Famrs “Open the Gate and Let ‘em Out” Sale, Economy, IN, amsonlinesales.com

Jan. 10 - The Summit National Shorthorn Sale at OKC, Cattlemen’s Congress, Oklahoma City, OK

Jan. 15 - The Summit National Shorthorn Sale at Denver, National Western Stock Show, Denver, CO

Jan. 31 - Jungels Shorthorn Farm “Durhams in the Dakotas” Bull Sale, Kathryn, ND

Feb. 7 - Gilman Family Practical Performance Bull and Female Sale, Stuart, IA

March 4-5 - Cates Farms “Modoc Madness” Online Sale, Modoc, IN, amsonlinesales.com

March 4-5 - Treasures of the Tank, Seward, NE, amsonlinesales.com

March 7-8 - Stangl Shorthorns Open House Bull and Heifer Sale, Java, SD, amsonlinesales.com

March 16 - Greenhorn Cattle Company “Where Great Females Make A Difference” Spring Edition Online Sale, Waynesville, OH, amsonlinesales.com

March 17 - Moore Shorthorns Fall and Summer Born Show Heifer Online Sale, Jerseyville, IL, amsonlinesales.com

March 20 - Ohio Beef Expo Sale, Columbus, OH

March 22 - Gana Farms and Aegerter Cattle Spring Fever Sale, Martell, NE, CCi.LiveOnline

March 24 - Missouri Shorthorn Association Online Sale, amsonlinesales.com

March 25 - Gypsy Creek Ranch Online Sale, Gettysburg, PA, amsonlinesales.com

March 26 - Leemon Cattle Company Online Sale, Fairland, OK, amsonlinesales.com

March 29 - WHR Shorthorns “Lone Star Edition XXXII” Sale, Van Alstyne, TX

April 4 - Paint Valley Farm and Byland “A New Brand” Bull Sale, Millersburg, OH.

April 6 - Bollum Family Shorthorns Red, White, and Roan-Spring Fling Online Sale, Goodhue, MN, amsonlinesales.com

April 11 - Lazy Bar F and Double G Shorthorns “Red Dirt Treasures” Shorthorn Production Sale, Seminole, OK.

April 12 - Oklahoma Spring Selections Sale, Fairview, OK

Ad Index

AAA Shorthorns ............................ 56

Aegerter Marketing Services, Inc ... 61

American Jr Shorthorn Assoc. April

Bennett Land & Cattle 56

Berg Shorthorns 56, May

Bigelow Farms ............................... 56

Bowman Superior Genetics ........... 56

Brennstuhl Farms 56

Byland Polled Shorthorns 56

Cagwin Cattle Services LLC .......... 59

Cagwin Farms ............. 13, December

Cairns Shorthorns ......................... 56

Cates Farms 56

Cattle Visions 59

Cornerstone Farms ........................ 56

Crawfdown Farms ......................... 56

Dedmon Shorthorns 56

DJS Shorthorns 56

Double C Shorthorns 56

Double M Cattle Company .......... 56

DTR Cattle Co. .......... 56, November Duis Farms 56

Fairview Stock Farm 56

Fieser’s Polled Shorthorns 57

Gilman Shorthorns ......................... 7

Greenhorn Cattle Co.......57, October

GSKI Shorthorns 57

Haumont Shorthorns 57

Homeplace Farms.......................... 57 Humble Stock Farm ...................... 57 IL Breeders Unitd For Impact 46-47

Inness Shorthorns 57 James F Bessler LLC 59 Jester Farms ................................... 57 Jungels Shorthorn Farm .. IFC, IBC, Jan. Kentucky National Shorthorn Sale 45 Kevin Wendt 59 Key Ridge Shorthorn Farm............ 57 Keystone Shorthorns

Shorthorn Country

2026 ASA Membership Due Membership becomes delinquent at 11:59 p.m. CT if not paid. TOC breeder status ends if membership is not paid. Late fees incur for 2026 WHR Assessment ($30)

Junior National Cattle Entry & Ownership Deadline Jr. National E.D.G.E Show DNA must be recieved at Lab Junior National Online Contest Submission Deadline Online Contest Submissions for the following contests: Photography, Graphic Design, Speech, Career, Promo Video Junior National Late Cattle Entry Deadline (additonal fees apply) & Showmanship Deadline AJSA Scholarship Application Deadline

Gestation Table

T able showing when calf is due from a given date of service. Based on 283 days of pregnancy.