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Star-Summit Affirm Micky
Photos, clockwise from top left: S-S-I Sprsire Melosa8473-ET (GP-83), Buschur Dairy Farms Inc, New Weston, OH; Sunset Canyon Dimension Maid 153-ET (VG-85), Rapid Bay Jerseys, Ormstown, QC; JoBo B Paisley ET, Jo Bo Holstein Farm, LLC, Gettysburg, PA; Dairyman Phonze 2053 (VG-84), Hoard’s Dairyman Farm, Fort Atkinson, WI and S-S-I Donatello Bela8652-ET (GP-83), Buschur Dairy Farms Inc, New Weston, OH
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Success!35 Excellent • 30 Very Good • 7 Good Plus and None Lower • BAA 111.6
• Star-Summit Dundee Margo now EX 93• Star-Summit Affirm Micky (maternal sister to Star-Summit Dundee Margo) now 2E 91• Star-Summit Aftershock Mini (daughter of Star-Summit Affirm Micky) 1st score VG 85• Star-Summit Durham Precious up 5 points to EX 93• Star-Summit Dundee Milly up 3 points to EX 90• Star-Summit Aftershock Gail-ET now EX 91• Star-Summit Pro Bev now EX 92• Star-Summit Shottle Winnoa now EX 90• Star-Summit Shock Starlite now EX 90• Star-Summit Shottle Smryna now 2E 90• Star-Summit Shottle Sallie now 2E 90• Star-Summit Aftershock Bria 1st score VG 86
Star-Summit Dundee MargoBest Bred and Owned, Reserve Grand Champion, Senior Champion, and 1st Four-Year Old of the 2015 All-Michigan Holstein ShowMargo’s Record: 3-3 365 36,066 3.5%F 1273 3.1%P 1111Dam EX-90: Star-Summit Pro-Mandy’s Record: 5-11 365 44,012 3.8%F 1676 3.0%P 1357
Star-Summit BW Dani-Red-ETGrand Champion, Senior Champion, and 1st Senior Two-Year Old of the Michigan Red & White Show
Star-Summit Dundee Margo
Star-Summit BW Dani
Star-Summit Affirm Micky
Star-Summit Aftershock Gail
Star-Summit Farm32 Years PBR Award
Tim Baker
phone 616-896-8964 | barn 616-896-9452 | fax 616-896-89942335 16th Avenue | Byron Center, MI 49315
EMBRYOS, SERVICE-AGE BULLS AND YOUNGER BULLS ARE AVAILABLE
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Classification Updates2-Year-Olds 3-Year-Olds and OlderVery Good 3 Very Good 47Good Plus 21 Good Plus 49Good 12 Good 9
ExcellentsWestvale-View Atwood Sheri-EX90 MS91Ocean-View Sanchez Kodak-EX90MS Lulu Atlantic Lainey-EX91 MS93Folly-Hollow Atlantic 982-EXJenesis-B Kyle Kallie-TW-EX
It Was An Award-Winning Summer At
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Feed For Thought...We chop Mycogen BMR corn silage for the cows. Stafford farms custom chops corn for us with a Claas 970 with shredlage rolls. We really like the way it pro-cesses the corn and smashes the kernels. We have been able to feed more corn silage and it seems to pack better. The silage is packed on an open slab of concrete with a back wall. We try and keep enough carry over to have 6 months before we feed the next years silage. We have found that our cows increased in production when using shredlage.
W Westvale-View Atwood Sheri-EX90 MS912nd Place Great Lakes 31st Futurity
estvale-View Gold Snow-VG88 VEVV3nd Place Great Lakes 31st Futurity
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Visitors Are Always Welcome!
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5Michigan Dairy Cattle News
Melissa Hart, Editor
Michigan Dairy Cattle News
Michigan Dairy Cattle NewsEXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
Michigan Holstein Association
Michigan Jersey Cattle Club
Holstein Association USA
Michigan Dairy Cattle News
the official publication of the Michigan
table of contentsNotes from the Field ................................................. 6
MJCC Honors the Distinguished .............................. 8
From The Jersey Desk ............................................. 8
Michigan Jersey Membership Directory ................... 10-11
A Few Grade Heifers to Master Breeder .................. 12
Holstein President’s Pen .......................................... 14
Michigan Holstein Membership Directory ................. 16-21
Michigan Junior Holstein Membership Directory ...... 22
Michigan Junior Holstein News ................................ 23
Distinguished Young Breeder .................................. 24
Glance Back in Time................................................. 26
Memoriam .................................................................28
Sale Reports .............................................................29
Calendar of Events ................................................... 30
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table of contentsNotes from the Field . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
From The Jersey Desk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Distinguished Leadership Award . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
A Glance Back, by District 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Junior Jottings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
2018 National Holstein Convention Update . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Holstein President’s Pen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
I Remember When...by Blanche Dipkow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
All-Michigan Holstein Show Results . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Junior All-Michigan Results . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Jersey Show Results . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Ayrshire, Brown Swiss, Milking Shorthorn and Red & White
Show Results . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19-21
MHA Summer Picnic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
One More Thing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Calendar of Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Index to Advertisers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Volume 1 • Issue 3Fall 2015
The Michigan Dairy Cattle News isthe official publication of the MichiganHolstein-Friesian Association, Inc. andthe Michigan Jersey Cattle Club.
Melissa Hart, EditorCell: 517-398-1957email: [email protected] Holcomb Rd., North Adams, MI 49262Michigan Dairy Cattle News401 Harvest Trail, Midothian, TX 76065Ph: [email protected] 4 times per year
Michigan Dairy Cattle NewsEXECUTIVE COMMITTEETim Baker, Byron Center 616-813-6745Brent Moyer, Caro 989-553-4333Ike Hunt, Elsie 989-862-4864Sherry Meyer, Byron Center 616-490-2873Shaun Hyde, Morley 989-287-2660Suzanne Tuttila, 517-490-7736
Michigan Holstein AssociationSherry Meyer, President7692 Kalamazoo SE, Byron Center, MI 49315Ike Hunt, Vice President6386 N. Meridian Rd., Elsie, MI 48831Suzanne Tuttila, Executive Secretary401 Harvest Trail, Midothian, TX 76065Ph: [email protected]
Michigan Jersey Cattle ClubSusan Green, President 989-862-5507Brent Moyer, Vice President 989-553-4333Jeff Michalek, Secretary 517-625-3477Sadie Green, Treasurer 989-862-5507
Holstein Association USAPhone: 1-800-952-52001 Holstein Place, Brattleboro, VT 05302Michigan and Indiana RepresentativeMax Dunseth278 South Sprague, Coldwater, MI 49036517-278-3030 Cell: 269-251-0232Michigan Upper Peninsula RepresentativeMandi RamsburgDe Pere, WI • [email protected]
The Michigan Dairy Cattle News, the Michigan Holstein Associationor their staff assume no liability for errors, omissions, contentor for the effectiveness of advertising and cannot be heldresponsible for the timeliness of sale advertising that is scheduledless than thirty days ahead of the press date. Indexes areprovided as an additional service. Publisher assumes no liabiltiyfor errors or omissions. Subscription rate is $15.00 / year.
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The cover is the photography of Jennie Koebel of Tri-Koebel Holsteins and Jerseys in Three Oaks. She snapped this fall photo on their farm and was selected the winner of the Michigan Holstein Association photo contest. Congratulations Jennie!
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Notes From The Field
hope that this finds the harvest in full swing, with most of the silage done and third or fourth cutting hay put away. Always was my favorite time of year—cool mornings and warm afternoons.
The Holstein Association is again having a good year in registrations and, after last year’s totals of over 373,000 registrations, we are a little above that so far in 2015. If you are thinking of getting caught up, let Mandi or me know and we will be glad to assist you if needed. If you have a neighbor who has been using A.I., has been on DHI test, or has a good herd management program, the Start-Up program is open to all dairies that want to get an official registration paper. By investing $25 for a national membership, a calf less than 3 months of age can be registered for $8. If the age is greater than 3 months, the fee is only $12. Tell me where you can find a better investment? It could open up your herd to many opportunities for sales and or bull contracts. I know that it played a very important part in our household in seeing what the investment could do. Not only that but being part of your state and national associations can be very rewarding also. Friends are for life in this great group of people.
I had a great time at the Michigan Holstein Association’s first annual picnic that was hosted by Bosscher Dairy in late August in McBain. Thanks go out to District 7 and especially to Joe and Ruth Kulhawick, herdspeople at Bosscher’s. The picnic was held to get interest started for the National Holstein Convention, coming to Michigan in 2018. If this is any indication of the involvement needed to host a convention, the state is on the right track. Around 60 people attended, on a beautiful day and a nicer setting. In closing, don’t forget to look at the Holstein website: www.holstein.com. There is so much information on this site to explore. The Enlight program that helps you manage your genetics on-line. Genomic testing, pedigrees, the
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latest news. High-scoring two-year-olds, recent first-time Excellent cows, and other informative lists. Our new video feature, What’s Up? All of our Junior programs, including contests and awards. You can place tag orders or read about the history of the breed….. just about everything Holstein has to offer is here on our website.
Remember: it’s your association, and Mandi and I are here to help do what you need to make your cows more profitable. Be safe in your harvest and travels.
Max Dunseth: Cell 269-251-0232 Mandi Ramsburg: Cell 920-530-5023 Upper Peninsula, MI Regional Sales Representatives HAUSA
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BANG!Classification Went Off With A
VG 2-Year OldsRod-er-Dic GW Atwood Elsa VG87
Rod-er-Dic SB Angela-Red VG86
Rod-er-Dic GWA Amy VG86
Strautz-AAA GWA S Kennedy VG85
Strautz-AAA Damion Skyler VG85
109.2% BAARegistered Holsteins, Jerseys & Brown Swiss
Service-Age Bulls & Replacement Females Available
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Paul Meyer616-490-3336
Sherry Meyer616-490-2873
Strautz-AAA G W Atwood Rose
Rod-er-Dic Ideal Samantha
Excellent CowsStrautz-AAA Outside S Dizzy
received an E and is now EX93 4E at 12-00
Rod-er-Dic Ideal Samantha received an E and is now
EX90 2E at 6-04Rod-er-Dic Shottle D Amy
EX90 at 5-04Rod-er-Dic SS Doneka EX 90 at 5-07
Strautz-AAA G W Atwood Rose EX92 at 3-09
Rod-er-Dic Shottle D Amy
SCORING & SHOW HIGHLIGHTSSWF Braxton Fran Frankie, scored 87 as SR 2 YR OLD, Grand Champion Jersey cow and Junior
Supreme Champion cow at the Michigan State Fair
GR Wanaship Storm Stella, raised to 90 as a SR 3 YR OLD & Reserve Champion Jersey at State Fair
Butlerview Gold Angel-ET was Grand Champion Holstein cow at State Fair as a milking yearling
Pro-Hart Fire Summer was Grand Champion Jersey heifer at State Fair
Rho-Nic Malone Ellie-Red was Grand Champion Holstein heifer at State Fair
Rho-Nic Holsteins Pro-Hart JerseysNick and Rhoda Clark
Tad and Jessica Provoast, Melanie & Cole • Frank and Brielle Hartner & BriceHome 989-873-4300 • Fax 989-873-4429 • Cell 989-305-0143
[email protected] • Prescott, Michigan
BAA 105.4Herd Average 24,607 912 752
“Chatter”WHAT’S ALL THE
ABOUT?Pro-Hart Prince Chatter-ET
Dutch Hollow Plus Charla-ET EX-90%
014JE00695Pro-Hart Prince Chatter-ET Prince x Plus x LouieBorn: 04/12/2014Reg No: JE840003124771865aAa: 243 DMS: 126,246 JH1F JH2FBreeder: Melanie Provoast, Prescott, MIBeta-casein: A2A2 Kappa-casein: AB
Accelerated Genetics Lists Chatter on Top 10 Bull List for TPI, Protein & Type!
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SCORING & SHOW HIGHLIGHTSSWF Braxton Fran Frankie, scored 87 as SR 2 YR Old, Grand Champion Jersey cow and
Junior Supreme Champion cow at the Michigan State Fair
GR Wanaship Storm Stella, raised to 90 as a SR 3 YR Old & Reserve Champion Jersey at State Fair
Butlerview Gold Angel-ET was Grand Champion Holstein cow at State Fair as a milking yearling
Pro-Hart Fire Summer was Grand Champion Jersey heifer at State Fair
Rho-Nic Malone Ellie-Red was Grand Champion Holstein heifer at State Fair
Rho-Nic Holsteins Pro-Hart JerseysNick and Rhoda Clark
Tad and Jessica Provoast, Melanie & Cole • Frank and Brielle Hartner & BriceHome 989-873-4300 • Fax 989-873-4429 • Cell 989-305-0143
[email protected] • Prescott, Michigan
BAA 105.4Herd Average 24,607 912 752
“Chatter”ChatterChatterWHATʼS ALL THE
ABOUT?Pro-Hart Prince Chatter-ET
014JE00695Pro-Hart Prince Chatter-ET Prince x Plus x LouieBorn: 04/12/2014Reg No: JE840003124771865aAa: 243 DMS: 126,246 JH1F JH2FBreeder: Melanie Provoast, Prescott, MIBeta-casein: A2A2 Kappa-casein: AB
Accelerated Genetics Lists Chatter on Top 10 Bull List for TPI, Protein & Type!
Charla’s Production Record1-11 365d 23,862m 4.8 1140 f 3.7 886 p 5th Pot of Gold Production Contest 2014
Charla’s Production Record
Dutch Hollow Plus Charla-ET EX-90%
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ear Jersey Enthusiasts!
Where did the summer go? When I was a kid I thought summer lasted for ever, but I knew it was over when I took my 4-H heifers to the Hillsdale County Fair. I’m still exhibiting my jerseys at the Hillsdale County Fair!! My daughter Sadie, my sister Luann, and I always have a great time. We see old friends, we eat great food, (they make all the pies from scratch in the 4-H kitchen!), and we answer a lot of questions from folks walking through the barn. They see clean happy animals on display,and our goal is to make them understand that dairy farmers are real people that care. If you have a chance to spread the dairy gospel please do it. It could be as simple as supplying chocolate milk for your local 5k race or taking a baby calf to school. Try it, it’s fun!! Well, the fairs are over and the leaves are changing. Have a safe and bountiful harvest. Feel free to contact me or any board member for any questions you may have about Jersey information or activities. Maybe I’ll see you in Louisville at the All- American!!
Susie GreenPresidentMIchigan Jersey Cattle Club
DMichigan Jersey Cattle Club
From The Jersey DeskTom Barends and Jennie Koebel
Connor Cook
Sherry Smith &Kelly Raterink
Mark Adam, Todd Watts & Jim Siporski
Touring the National Convention
MSU Quarterback
at the Great Dairy Adventure
winning the OutstandingMJHA Award
enjoying the World Dairy Expo
Caught on Camera
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End Road Midnight Mara-ETSire: S-S-I Epic Midnight-ET
Dam: S-S-I Bookem Magaly 7296-ET
Pro: +52 Fat: +51G Milk: +1326 SCS: 2.86 PL: 5.6 DPR: 2.8 Type: 1.10G UDC: .53 FLC: +1.64 GTPI: 2462
We have pregnancies by Profit and Jedi. Mara is due to calve 2/6/16 to Profit.
End Road Midnight
Duane and Janet MolhoekRegistered Holsteins • Embryos • Bulls | Paula Molhoek-Cattle and Genetics-Cell: 231-920-3878 | Kevin Molhoek-Feeding and Crops 429 East Walenjus | Falmouth, MI 49632 | Phone: 231-826-3770 | Cell: 231-920-5473 | Fax: 231-826-3773 | Email: [email protected]
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ongtime Michigan Holstein Association member and icon in the Holstein industry, Duane Green of Elsie, Michigan, was presented the 2015 Distinguished Leadership award from the Holstein Association USA. This award is given annually at the National Holstein Convention to an individual who has provided outstanding and unselfish leadership to the Holstein Association or dairy industry as a whole.
Duane served as a director of Holstein Association USA from 1974 to 1983 and served two years as president. He was a charter member of the Holstein Foundation in 1989, serving as its chairman for its first eight years and helping to develop and launch the Young Dairy Leaders Institute.
Duane’s father, Merle Green, started Green Meadow Farm in 1922 and in 1954, Duane went into partnership in the dairy with his brother, Velmar. Today, it has 9,500 animals, most of them Holsteins. Along with his father and brother, Duane was named the 1980 Outstanding Dairyman by Michigan State University. He and Velmar, who worked closely together for many years, were named Master Breeders in 1948 by the Michigan Holstein Association. In 2008, Duane’s family sold its share in the farm to Velmar’s family.
The award was presented in St. Charles, Illinois at the 2015 National Holstein Convention but Duane was unable to attend due to illness. His son Charlie Green accepted the award on his behalf. Michigan Holstein Association congratulates Duane on this lifetime achievement.
2015 Distinguished Leadership Award
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Green Meadow Farms6400 N. Hollister Road • Elsie, MI 48831
Office 989.862.4291 | Fax 989.862.4292 | Email [email protected] | www.greenmeadowfarms.com
Where the Latchstring is Always Out
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Green-Meadow Karik Karin-TW EX91Honorable Mention Intermediate Champion Michigan State Show
3-0 | 3x | 329DIM | 33,640M | 1168F | 930P
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The District Seven Holstein Friesian Association
he “Top of Michigan” Sale was started in the Fall of 1972 in Marion with very stringent rules for selection. District VII was the first district to manage their own sale. It was then held at Evart from 1975-1979 and moved to the month of April. This was the impetus for the AIO Club to begin a Fall Sale. Isabella County completed new fairground buildings in 1980 and so the sale was relocated to Mt. Pleasant, where it has continued to the present day.
What may be called the “premier” sale of District VII took place in 1983. The sale grossed $140,350 on 44 lots. Sale average was $3189 with McNeilly Elevation Delightful selling for $15,600, consigned by Louis McNeilly of Barryton. The celebrity Horace Backus read pedigrees.
It is the effect of building block upon block. As the sale is the foundation for promoting exceptional Holstein cattle, many other promotional activities relied upon this financial foundation. With the income from the sales, the district started offering a giveaway calf raffle for youth in 1985 that is still in practice. The district also covers the meal cost at the annual meeting, and there are no entry fees for the show. To encourage more breeders to classify, they paid half the cost for first time classification.
The Annual meetings are usually held in January at various restaurants around the district. However, March of 1972 saw the 1st Annual meeting at Cadillac with Clyde Clark elected President. Thirty-five members were in attendance. In 1976, there were 106 members present at Twin Oaks Restaurant in Evart where Mrs. Frances Cregg presided. Each year a speaker was invited. Sometimes the state association provided the speaker, but many times the District chose their own speaker from successful Holstein breeders throughout the country and paid their expenses. Dairy Shrine Hall of Fame awards were given some years. Clarence Martin was the recipient in 1984, which began a traveling plaque with each honoree being added.
Prior to 1998, the Michigan-Indiana Holstein News magazine still had 12 issues. Each year, one month highlighted District VII. In every issue, District VII purchased a full page advertisement. From that, they sold what was called “calling card ads” where each breeder put in a business card sized advertisement on that page for $12 and thus filled the page. Also, each district used to collect state dues at their annual meeting. If the district did this and sent the membership fee to the state in a “lump sum”, the district would receive a “rebate” from the state which amounted to $1.25 per member. In succeeding years---if the previous year’s membership was equaled, they would receive an additional 50 cents per member; if district membership was increased by 10%, the district would receive an additional $1 back---which brought the total to $2.75 per member. District VII did very well with this additional income.
A Glance Back In Time Part II...
T There are so many special people, superior cows and memorable events thru the years. Some events had good outcomes and some not so good---which were learning experiences regardless. George Erickson of Prescott describes a situation that happened when unloading a fresh heifer for the AIO Sale in Hale. His own consignment, a previously gentle animal, went berserk and attacked him causing serious injuries. He survived by hiding under a tractor. Needless to say, everyone was more careful after that.
Probably the record distance for traveling to the District VII Show was the Lucas family from Posen. One year that they exhibited, the show was held in Big Rapids. Another dedicated individual was LaFern LaPoe of Clare, who filled the role of secretary/treasurer for 22 years. Mark Wentland of Big Rapids went on to serve as state president. In 1989, both Michigan Distinguished Juniors were from District VII, Eric McNeilly of Barryton and Bryan Neyer of Mt. Pleasant. Norm Gross of Mt. Pleasant is famous for his BBQ chicken, Paul Gross and Charlie Anderson carried on the tradition.
The objectives in the constitution for District VII are as still very much pertinent to today’s Holstein breeder as when they were formulated in 1972. The seven objectives are as follows:
1. Encourage improvement of Holstein-Friesian cattle by public promotion and assisting owners.
2. Encourage and assist exhibition of correct breed type.
3. Obtain proper legislation affecting the cattle industry.
4. Increase appreciation and use of milk and dairy products.
5. Promote educational programs of breeding management and quality production.
6. Promote pedigreed, purebred public sales and encourage junior activities to broaden the distribution of Holstein cattle.
7. To encourage, promote & assist the State and National Holstein Association in maintaining its purpose, maintain high character and increase membership.
District VII has produced a sale for 43 years, and this summer will be the 46th Annual District VII Show. Akin to a farm that is passed generation to generation, District VII really has not changed much-still vibrant and energetic and looking forward to the National Holstein Convention in 2018.
We are excited about hosting the Convention in Traverse City-we get to showcase our beautiful state and our beloved District VII. This tribute to the people and Holsteins of District VI will be continued in future issues.
he Search is Over!
The Michigan Executive Planning Committee for the 2018 National Holstein Convention has settled on a place for the epic event: The Grand Traverse Resort in Traverse City. Michigan will host the National Holstein Convention June 29- July 3, 2018.
The committee, headed by Darwin and Kathy Sneller, took a trip ‘Up North’ over the summer, for a tour of the resort and to see how it would meet the needs of a National Holstein Convention. All reports were positive and they are looking forward to showing off the uniqueness of the Great Lakes State. While the event is just over two years away, there is much to be done to prepare for the hundreds of Holstein enthusiasts who will descend on the mitten state. The planning committee is looking for volunteers who want to be involved in planning and executing the convention. If you are interested in this fantastic opportunity to serve your state association, please contact Darwin or Kathy Sneller at 989-883-3716 or email at [email protected].
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Junior Jottings
ew faces, new board and new opportunities are three phrases that sum up the current status o f the Michigan Junior Holstein Association! On July 22, 2015 we held our annual meeting at the MSU pavilion. We had a great turnout of enthusiastic youth eager to get their feet wet in what all MJHA has to offer.
Our Newly-Elected Board is as follows: President Hayleigh Geurink Vice President Lucas Moser Secretary Kristen Burkhardt Treasurer Kelly Raterink
At Large Directors: Eric Moser, Skylar Buell, Suzanna Hull, Skylar Buell, Ashton Geurink, Chelsea Barnes and Brittney Dreyer.
Adult Advisors: Laura Moser, Jessica Jakubik, Louisa Westendorp and Melissa Hart.
We are very excited to have a handful of fresh faces on the board and look forward to what the next year holds! Keep a look out for different events we will be hosting on our Facebook page – Michigan Junior Holstein Association!
This past June the National Holstein Convention was held in Illinois and the youth members of the Michigan Junior Holstein Association made sure to represent! Kristin Burkhardt and Owen Bontekoe showed off their talking skills in the Prepared Public Speaking contest, while Brant Bontekoe represented in Dairy Jeopardy. Kelly Raterink entered a tri-fold showcasing robotic milking systems and I put together a slide show representing the state of Michigan and all the events MJHA has put on throughout the past year! All of these competitors have said that National Holstein Convention is an amazing opportunity and that they look forward to not only competing next year, but to seeing all of their out of state friends they have made at this past convention! As a reminder, the MJHA sponsors youth that compete at convention! This year we were able to sponsor $150 towards each participant on the trip! It is our goal to have a big representation at the next few conventions leading up to Michigan’s turn when we host the National Holstein Convention in 2018!
Until next time…
Hayleigh GuerinkPresident Michigan Junior Holstein Association
Nby Hayleight Guerink
A view from the 17th floor overlooking the pool and golf course.
The MHA group looked over the property and were excited to confirm this venue.
Show ResultsHARDYS BROKAW SANTA• 1st Winter Yearling at Great Lakes Spring Show • 1st at Michigan 4-H State Show • 1st at All-Michigan Holstein Show Open/Junior and Reserve Jr. Champion Junior Show • 1st at Ottawa County Fair and Junior Champion • 1st at Hudsonville Community Fair and Reserve Junior Champion
RAT-RINK GOLD CHIP FANNY PAK • 3rd Winter Calf at Michigan 4-H State Show • 1st at All-Michigan Holstein Open/Junior Show • 1st at Ottawa County Fair • 1st at Hudsonville Community Fair and Junior Champion
G-FIVE SAILING LUCY • 1st Spring Calf at Michigan 4-H State Show • 1st at All-Michigan Holstein Open Show • 1st at Ottawa County Fair • 1st at Hudsonville Community Fair and Open Show Junior Champion
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2-Year-Olds• Tri-Koebel Fear No Evil VG86 with an 88MS• Tri-Koebel Em Franchise VG85 with EX90 Feet and Legs• Hardys Sid Dreamy VG85• Enfuego Advent Kelly VG85, making her a 10th Generation VG/EX
Hardys Brokaw Santa
Rat-Rink Gold Chip Fanny Pak
G-Five Sailing Lucy
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From The President
here has summer gone? As I sit down to write this, we’ve turned the page on yet another season. After an extremely busy summer, fall harvest is now in full swing. But what a summer it was. With the help of Michigan District VII, MHA held it’s first summer picnic. A special thank you to Joe and Ruth Kulhawick for the all the work they did to make a very successful day. Also thank you to Bosscher Dairy in McBain for so graciously hosting us on their farm. As the year winds down, don’t forget to get those photos in for our photo contest. Last year’s winner was Jennie Koebel (and her photo is featured on this issue’s cover.) We are also accepting nominations for the Master and Outstanding Young Breeder Awards. Please forward your nominations to Suzanne Tuttilia at [email protected].
District Meetings are scheduled for the week of January 21-23. We are currently in the process of securing a speaker. Watch for further notifications. Have a safe and successful harvest.
Sherry MeyerPresident Michigan Holstein Association
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“As we celebrate Sabrina’s show ring success, we realize we couldn’t have done it without the help of our friends,
Amber Black, Spike Lamoreaux and Matt Biermacher.”
Patrick Hyde11872 Bailey RoadMorley, MI 49336
Shaun & Betty Hyde11768 Bailey RoadMorley, MI 49336
Shaun 989.287.2660231.856.7303
2-Year PBR HerdHerd Classifi cation 5 EX • 19VG • 21 GP • BAA 107.4
Visitors Welcome
Rustic Coam SabrinaFirst Junior Two-Year-Old and Intermediate Champion of the
Michigan State Jersey Summer Show.
Sabrina was recently scored VG-86
Rustic Coam Sabrina Rustic Coam SabrinaFirst Junior Two-Year-Old and Intermediate Champion of the First Junior Two-Year-Old and Intermediate Champion of the
On Fire! Rustic Coam Sabrina VG-86
Patricia Hyde11872 Bailey RoadMorley, MI 49336
Shaun & Betty Hyde11766 Bailey RoadMorley, MI 49336
Shaun 989.287.2660231.856.7303
“As we celebrate Sabrina’s show ring success, we realize we couldn’t have done it without the help
of our friends, Amber Black, Spike Lamoreaux, Todd Watts and Matt Biermacher.”
Recollections of the Jersey Breed by Blanche Piepkow
want to write about the very first All-American Jersey Show and Sale held in October of 1946 at the Ohio State Fairgrounds. But I must confess all the details are not as clear as I wish they were. I do know it was very impressive on this 17-year-old country gal.
A group of Michigan juniors made the trip down to Columbus. I showed a nice springing Senior Year-ling heifer named Daisy which I had purchased from Mr. and Mrs. Robert Sackett of Marshall, Michigan. My cousin, Janice Ott, showed a two-year-old cow from our farm. She placed second in the Junior Show and my heifer stood third.
There were other Michigan juniors who went down also. Also a 4-H Agent and other adults who were with us. Tammy Sprague is the only one I remember for sure.
I missed the great moment at the All-American Sale when the Givia Cow of Max Gordon’s sold for the record breaking price of $21,000 to Haven Hills Farms of New York. I went home to milk our cows so my dad, Clair Lake, could go down for the rest of the show and sale.
That first show in 1946 was just the first of many All-Americans held at the Ohio State Fairgrounds. I remember going down to the Junior show and Pot-of-Gold Sale one year and returning home on Sunday and being shocked on Monday hearing about the fire which destroyed the dairy barn at the Ohio State Fairgrounds. There were many heroes that day getting the cattle out of the barn, however some cattle did suffer burns.
The All-American Jersey Show and Sale survived and continues on in Louisville, Kentucky as part of the North American International Livestock Exposition.
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Grand Champion of the Open Show Best Udder of the ShowMilksource Goldwyn Jenny-ET, 1st Senior Three-Year-Old, exhibited by Lucas MoserReserve Grand Champion of the Open ShowBest Bred and Owned of the ShowStar-Summit Dundee Margo,1st Four-Year-Old, exhibited by Star-Summit FarmSenior Champion of the Open Show Star-Summit Dundee Margo, first four, exhibited by Star-Summit FarmReserve Senior Champion of the Open ShowMinsu Lucky Star Kathy exhibited by Jeffrey Halfman125,000 Pound Cow All-Michigan: Minsu Lucky Star Kathy exhibited by Jeffrey HalfmanAged Cow All-Michigan: Sue-Cha Silver Jordan exhibited by Kelsie LettsFive Year Old All-Michigan: Posey Creek Juror Ivy exhibited by Posey Creek FarmReserve All-Michigan: Nugentdale Sanchez Raspy exhibited by Nugent and BurkhardtFour Year Old All-Michigan: Star-Summit Dundee Margo exhibited by Star-Summit FarmReserve All-Michigan: Green Meadow Montana-ET exhibited by Green Meadow FarmIntermediate Champion Milksource Goldwyn Jenny-ET exhibited by Lucas MoserReserve Intermediate Champion Minsu Goldwun 8070 exhibited by Amber BlackSenior Three Year Old All-Michigan: Milksource Goldwyn Jenny-ET exhibited by Lucas MoserReserve All-Michigan: Green-Meadow Karik Karen-ET exhibited by Green Meadow FarmsJunior Three Year Old All-Michigan: Green-Meadow Garman Lucy-TW exhibited by Green Meadow FarmsReserve All-Michigan: Sunlight Marian Heather exhibited by Amanda DuelingSenior Two Year Old All-Michigan: Minsu Goldwun 8070 exhibited by Amber BlackReserve All-Michigan: Tumbleweed Gldchip Kylie-ET exhibited by Burkhardt and Nugent Junior Two Year Old All-Michigan: Class-L Windbrook Sally exhibited by Lucas MoserReserve All-Michigan: SJ-Reed Ladd Sylvia-Red exhibited by Reed Dairy FarmJunior Champion of the Open Show Stranshome Starstruck-ET, first fall yearling, exhibited by Aaron LamoreauxReserve Junior Champion of the Open Show Kingsway Goldwyn Rosalie-ET exhibited by Black and LamoreauxJunior Champion of the Junior Show OCD Atwood Madison exhibited by Lucas MoserReserve Junior Champion of the Junior ShowHardys Brokaw Santa exhibited by Kelly RaterinkFall Yearling All-Michigan: Stranshome Starstruck-ET exhibited by Aaron LamoreauxReserve All-Michigan: Dream-Prairie Rendezvous-ET exhibited by Lucas MoserWinter Yearling All-Michigan: Hardys Brokaw Santa exhibited by Kelly RaterinkReserve All-Michigan: Nugentdale Jimmy John Caprice exhibited by Nugent and BurkhardtSpring Yearling All-Michigan: King Street GC Gratitude exhibited by King Street DairyReserve All-Michigan: Dream Prairie Aftshk Adidas exhibited by Anna Moser Summer Yearling All-Michigan: OCD Atwood Madison exhibited by Lucas MoserReserve All-Michigan: OCD Dempsey Macarena-ET exhibited by Reed Dairy FarmFall Heifer Calf All-Michigan: Kingsway Goldwyn Rosalie-ET exhibited by Black and LamoreauxReserve All-Michigan: Tumbleweed Brokaw Kendall exhibited by Nugent and Burkhardt
Winter Heifer Calf All-Michigan: Rat-Rink Goldchip Fanny Pak exhibited by Kelly RaterinkReserve All-Michigan: Rosa-Myst Moo Moo Cup exhibited by Mathias NeilsenSpring Heifer Calf All-Michigan: G Fire Sailin Lucy exhibited by Kelly RaterinkReserve All-Michigan: RE-Reed McCutchen Adelaide exhibited by Reed Dairy Farm and Jess Jakubik
July 24, 2015 • Judge: Sherry Smith of OhioAll-Michigan Holstein Show
Grand Champion (L to R) Max Dunseth, Reserve Grand Champion Star-Summit Dundee Margo with Britney Zondlak at the halter, Grand Champion Milksource Goldwyn Jenny-ET with Lucas Moser at the halter and Judge Sherry Smith.
Junior Champion (L to R) Res. Jr. Champ Kingsway Goldwyn Rosalie-ET with Aaron Lamoreaux at the halter, Junior Champion Stranshome Starstruck-ET with Matt Biermacher at the halter and Amber Black.
Grand Champion (L to R) Judge Sherry Smith, Grand Champion Milksource Goldwyn Jenny-ET, Reserve Grand Champion Star-Summit Dundee Margo and Max Dunseth.
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Jr. Holstein All-Michigan ResultsGrand Champion of the Junior ShowMilksource Goldwyn Jenny-ET, 1st Senior Three-Year-Old, exhibited by Lucas MoserReserve Grand Champion of the Junior ShowNugentdale Sanchez Raspy exhibited by Nugent and BurkhardtSenior Champion of the Junior Show Nugentdale Sanchez Raspy exhibited by Nugent and BurkhardtReserve Senior Champion of the Junior ShowSue-Cha Silver Jordan exhibited by Kelsie LettsAged Cow Jr. All-Michigan: Sue-Cha Silver Jordan exhibited by Kelsie LettsFive Year Old Jr. All-Michigan: Nugentdale Sanchez Raspy exhibited by Nugent and BurkhardtIntermediate Champion of the Junior Show Milksource Goldwyn Jenny-ET exhibited by Lucas MoserReserve Intermediate Champion of the Junior Show Class-L Windbrook Sally exhibited by Lucas MoserSenior Three Year Old Jr. All-Michigan: Milksource Goldwyn Jenny-ET exhibited by Lucas MoserJr. Reserve All-Michigan: Craigcrest Rejoices Wind Ch-ET exhibited by Lucas MoserSenior Two Year Old Jr. All-Michigan: Tumbleweed Gldchip Kylie-ET exhibited by Burkhardt & Nugent Junior Two Year Old Jr. All-Michigan: Class-L Windbrook Sally exhibited by Lucas MoserAll-Michigan Futurity: Nugentdale Powerplay Twix exhibited by Keegan NugentJunior Champion of the Junior Show OCD Atwood Madison exhibited by Lucas MoserReserve Junior Champion Hardys Brokaw Santa exhibited by Kelly RaterinkFall Yearling Jr. All-Michigan: Dream-Prairie Rendezvous-ET exhibited by Lucas MoserJr. Reserve All-Michigan: Tri-Koebel Charlie Jennifer exhibited by Kelly RaterinkWinter Yearling Jr. All-Michigan: Hardys Brokaw Santa exhibited by Kelly RaterinkJr. Reserve All-Michigan: JKJ Atwood Satin exhibited by Jenna BeekerSpring Yearling Jr. All-Michigan: Dream Prairie Aftshk Adidas exhibited by Anna Moser Jr. Reserve All-Michigan: Hilltop-RJ AW Storm Chaser exhibited by Kyle SchaferSummer Yearling Jr. All-Michigan: OCD Atwood Madison exhibited by Lucas MoserJr. Reserve All-Michigan: Minsu GW Atwood Tandra exhibited by Morgan BolingerFall Heifer Calf Jr. All-Michigan: Tumbleweed Brokaw Kendall exhibited by Nugent and BurkhardtJr Reserve All-Michigan: Ms Hardys Wndbrk America-ET exhibited by Kelly RaterinkWinter Heifer Calf Jr All-Michigan: Rat-Rink Goldchip Fanny Pak exhibited by Kelly RaterinkJr Reserve All-Michigan: Rosa-Myst Moo Moo Cup exhibited by Mathias NeilsenSpring Heifer Calf Jr. All-Michigan: G Fire Sailin Lucy exhibited by Kelly RaterinkJr Reserve All-Michigan: Nugentdale Diesel Droopy exhibited by Nugent and Burkhardt
Michigan Red and White ShowJunior Champion Tumbleweed Armani Reba-Red exhibited by McCauley and VitekReserve Junior Champion Castaway Liberty 2015 exhibited by Andrew AthertonJunior Champion of the Junior ShowCastaway Liberty 2015 exhibited by Andrew AthertonReserve Junior Champion of the Junior ShowRoggua Destry Tammy-Red exhibited by Hayleigh GeurinkSenior and Grand Champion Star-Summit BW Dani-Red-ET exhibited by Star-Summit FarmReserve Senior and Reserve Grand ChampionWinterfield MW Tracey-Red exhibited by Kieran HartnagleSenior and Grand Champion of the Junior Show Winterfield MW Tracey-Red exhibited by Kieran HartnagleReserve Senior and Reserve Grand Champion of the Junior Show Summer-Dream Lace Red-ET exhibited by Burkhardt and Nugent
Michigan Red and White Show Champions (Left) Reserve Grand Champion, Sum-mer-Dream Lace Red-ET and (Right) Grand Champion Winterfield MW Tracey-Red
The Michigan Guernsey Show grand champion was won by AM Blue Starlight exhibited by Amber Szakal (right). The single winter yearling was judged by Sherry Smith (left).
The only Milking Shorthorn at the Michigan Dairy Expo was Buell’s Ted Aubrey exhibited by Skylar Buell (right). The show was judged by Sherry Smith (left)
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Premier Exhibitor: Brenhaven Jerseys.Premier Breeder: JVB Red Hot Jerseys Grand and Senior Champion of the Open Show Peninsula Kaught Mallory, 1st Aged, exhibited by Brenhaven JerseysReserve Grand and Reserve Senior Champion of the Open Show Miss Sambo Black Gold, 2nd Aged, exhibited by Brenhaven JerseysGrand Champion of the Junior Show M-Signature Valentino Sophie-ET, first senior two, exhibited by Vitality Dairy Crew and RemenarReserve Grand Champion of the Junior Show Class-E Tequila Margarita, 1st Senior Three-Year-Old, exhibited by Eric MoserSenior Champion of the Junior Show Maelynn On Time Lefty-P exhibited by Miriah DershemReserve Senior Champion of the Junior Show JBL Sultan Bebop Bridget-ET exhibited by Rachel EkkelProduction WinnerBuells Mort Delittle exhibited by Moyer and ProvoastAged Cow 1 Peninsula Kaught Mallory exhibited by Brenhaven Jerseys2 Miss Sambo Black Gold exhibited by Brenhaven JerseysFive Year Old 1 JVB Red Hot Sultan Windy exhibited by Skylar BuellFour Year Old 1 Ronada Viv Beauty exhibited by Brenhaven Jerseys2 Cloverfield Comerica Dee Dee exhibited by Brenhaven JerseysIntermediate Champion of the Open Show Rustic Coam Sabrina, first junior two, exhibited by Rustic JerseysReserve Intermediate Champion of the Open Show Tumbleweed Hi Jasmine-ET, second junior two, exhibited by Burkhardt and NugentIntermediate Champion of the Junior Show M-Signature Valentino Sophie-ET, first senior two, exhibited by Vitality Dairy Crew and RemenarReserve Intermediate Champion of the Junior Show Class-E Tequila Margarita, first senior three, exhibited by Eric MoserSenior Three Year Old 1 Class-E Tequila Margarita exhibited by Eric Moser2 GR Wanaship Storm Stella exhibited by Cole ProvoastJunior Three Year Old 1 Brenhaven Kammie exhibited by Brenhaven Jerseys2 CDW Jans Lynnie Jessie exhibited by Rachel EkkelSenior Two Year Old 1 M-Signature Valentino Sophie-ET exhibited by Vitality Dairy Crew and Remenar2 AJS Pristine Beauty exhibited by Allison SchaferJunior Two Year Old 1 Rustic Coam Sabrina exhibited by Rustic Jerseys2 Tumbleweed Hi Jasmine-ET exhibited by Burkhardt and NugentFall Yearling in Milk 1 Buells Bovine Tangler Tsunami exhibited by Skylar BuellJunior Champion of the Junior and Open Show Cloverfield Gold Hammer Marci, first winter calf, exhibited by Keagan LongReserve Junior Champion of the Junior and Open Show Blackview Gunman Hailey exhibited by Quinn Watts.Fall Yearling 1 Thistle Dew Tequila Rain exhibited by Thistle Dew2 CDW Miles Madison exhibited by Weston JerseysWinter Yearling 1 Renfield Comerica Breeze exhibited by Irene Nielsen2 Pro-Hart Siren Avril exhibited by Melanie ProvoastSpring Yearling 1 Brenhaven Maserati Kindle exhibited by Brenhaven Jerseys2 Cloverfield Edwin Misty exhibited by Vitality Dairy and Remenar
July 24, 2015 • Judge: Kerry Fraser of OntarioMichigan Jersey Show Results
Summer Yearling 1 Blackview Gunman Hailey exhibited by Quinn Watts.2 Pro-Hart Fire Summer exhibited by Cole ProvoastFall Heifer Calf 1 Minister Ruby-ET exhibited by Keagan Long2 Fashionistas Verb Farrah exhibited by Taylor BolingerWinter Heifer Calf 1 Cloverfield Gold Hammer Marci exhibited by Keagan Long,2 APB Exclamation Caddy exhibited by Taylor BolingerSpring Heifer Calf 1 Fairbanks Edwin Arnica exhibited by Irene Neilsen, Potterville2 Renfield Gold Hammer Glamour exhibited by Bruce RendenChampion BullCDW Gentrys Naughty exhibited by Weston Jerseys, ConcordYearling Bull1 CDW Gentrys Naughty exhibited by Weston Jerseys, ConcordBull Calf1 CJ Shastas Tequila Touche exhibited by Crabtree Jerseys, Addison2 Vitality My Man Cecil exhibited by Andrea Woodring of Addison
Grand Champions (L to R) Judge Kerry Fraser, Reserve Champion Miss Sambo Black Gold with Bruce Rendon at the halter, Grand Champion Peninsula Kaught Mallory with Brent Moyer at the halter and Michigan Jersey Queen Alexis Bowman
Intermediate Champions (L to R) Betty and Shawn Hyde, Int Champion Rustic Coam Sabrina with Matt Biermacher at the halter, Res. Int. ChampionTumbleweed Hi Jasmine-ET with Moss McCauley at the halter, Judge Kerry Fraser
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Supreme Cow (L to R) Kerry Fraser, Peninsula Kaught Mallory exhibited by Brenhaven Jerseys with Brent Moyer at the halter and Sherry Smith.
Michigan Ayrshire ShowJunior Champion Dandy’s Miss Merger exhibited by Dan CarpenterReserve Junior Champion Payzlee exhibited by Makenna DaviesGrand Champion Long Lane Pane Dorthy exhibited by Nicole WallingaReserve Grand Champion Long Lane Brendan Autumn exhibited by Nicole Wallinga.
Grand Champion Ayrshire (right) Reserve Grand Champion (left) with Sherry Smith of Ohio serving as judge.
Michigan Brown Swiss ShowJunior Champion of Junior and Open Shows JASM Joes Rosie exhibited by Joe BlackReserve Junior Champion Castaway D Razzle Dazzle-ET exhibited by Kelsie AthertonGrand Champion New-Direction Braden Godiva exhibited by Moss & Alan McCauleyReserve Grand Champion Cutting Edge P Give-ET exhibited by Moss and Alan McCauleyGrand Champion of the Junior Show Golden Elm Alloy Ann exhibited by Bryce FrahmReserve Grand Champion of the Junior Show Grazing Acres Thunder Tani exhibited by Justin Webster
Brown Swiss Champions (L to R) Judge Sherry Smith, New-Direction Braden Godiva with Melia Santillanez and Moss McCauley at the halter, Cutting Edge P Give-ET with Renee McCauley at the halter
Supreme Champions
The Jerseys swept the Supreme Champion contest. Peninsula Kaught Mallory exhibited by Brenhaven Jerseys was named Supreme Champion Cow while Cloverfield Gold Hammer Marci, exhibited by Keagan Long was named Supreme Champion Heifer.
Supreme Heifer (L to R) Kerry Fraser, Cloverfield Gold Hammer Marci with owner Keagan Long at the halter and Sherry Smith
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Center Stage
M-Signature Valentino Sophie-ET VG88 is co-owned with Daniel Remenar, a Junior Jersey member from St. Johns, MI and a member of the Elsie 4-Corners 4-H Club.
Stevencrest HC Donna EX91 MVD Hurricanes Gina EX90 Vitality Painted Rose EX90 Vitality Wanna Dance EX90
Congrats, Daniel!Grand Champion Jersey of the Jr. ShowIntermediate Champion of the Open Show
Four New Excellents!
Cattle are housed at Easterday Dairy Farms, Camden5320 Meridan Road • Elsie, MI 48831 • 989-862-5507 • [email protected]
Mark Bontekoe (left) and Darwin Sneller enjoy a visit at the MHA annual picnic.
The first annual MHA picnic was held in August at Bosscher Dairy in McBain. A great crowd was on hand to tour the farm and enjoy a potluck dinner and great fellowship. The Michigan Holstein Association would like to extend a very special thank you to Joe and Ruth Kulhawick and District VII for planning the picnic and for Bosscher Dairy for their hospitality.
Holstein enthusiasts gathered to enjoy food and fellowship.
MHA 1st Annual Summer Picnic
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Susie Green, Sadie Green &Emily Klingbeil
Brent Moyer2547 E. Caro Road | Caro, MI 48723 | [email protected] | 989-553-4333
Thanks to Luke Lensmire, Andrew Lenhart, Shea O’Neil, & Jake Hart for all of their hard work in getting the combination string of Tumbleweed and Brenhaven ready at the summer show.
Center Stage 1st Jr. Yearling Brenhaven Maserati Kindie • 4th Sr. 2-Yr-Old Cloverfield Excitation Google VG • 1st Jr. 3 - Brenhaven Kammie EX 90 (dam of Kindie) • 1st 4-Yr-OldRonada Viv Beauty EX 92 • 2nd 4-Yr-Old Cloverfield Com DeeDee Ex 91 (owned with Amber Black) • 1st Aged Cow Peninsula Kaught Mallory EX 95 • 2nd Aged Cow Miss Sambo Black Gold EX 95 • Grand Champion Peninsula Kaught Mallory EX 95 • Reserve Grand Champion Miss Sambo Black Gold EX 95 • Supreme Champion Peninsula Kaught Mallory EX 95 • Premier Exhibitor
All this would not have been achievable if it wasn’t for
the great help of the crew at home and at the show. Special thanks to Moss &
Renee McCauley for all their help over the years.
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Brenhaven JerseysBrent Moyer
2547 E. Caro Road | Caro, MI 48723 | [email protected] | 989-553-4333
Mallory
Peninsula Kaught Mallory EX95Sire: Avonlea All Kaught Up-ET
(Amedeo x Avonlea Katch Me If You Kan-ET VG 87) (Kan is a First Prize x Valiant Kitty)
Dam: Enniskillen SC of JT Mame2-ET (never scored, lost as a young cow)
2nd Dam: Enniskillen J Top Mamie EX903rd Dam: Enniskillen Top Mamie-ET SUP EX91
4th Dam: Enniskillen Surville Mamie SUP EX2E
Mallory’s Show Record1st Aged Cow, Sr. Champion & Reserve Grand Champion
Great Lakes Spring Show 20151st Aged Cow, HM Sr. Champion
Wisconsin Spring Spectacular 20151st Aged Cow, Sr. Champion, Grand Champion & Supreme Champion
Michigan Dairy Expo 2015
Mallory has a Rapid Bay Grayson daughter here at the farm and is due back with a Valentino heifer in January 2016.
Since arriving at the farm, Mallory has went up in score each time, she came to us scored EX92 in Canada, then raised a point to 93, next time around she
went 94, then after our summer show this year she went 95.
Black Gold
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Brenhaven Jerseys
Miss Sambo Black Gold EX95
Sire: Lester SamboDam: Councillers Blackeyed Susan VG87
2nd Dam: Blackies Bouquet EX903rd Dam: Blacky Rose of Briarcliffs EX96
Brent Moyer2547 E. Caro Road | Caro, MI 48723 | [email protected] | 989-553-4333
Black Gold
Black Gold’s Show Record2nd Aged Cow, Reserve Sr. Champion & Reserve Grand Champion
Michigan Dairy Expo 2015
Watch for Black Gold at the All-American Jersey Show in Louisville this fall.
Black Gold has 2 EX daughters at the farm, one by Cloverfield Edwin and the other by Bridon Comerica. The Edwin has a VG 2-Year-Old by Konspiracy.
We have an Apple Jack Son of Black Golds available.
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Parker Hardy
Greta Koebel
wins the National Holstein Futurity at World Dairy Expo
takes a ride in the hay cart at World Dairy Expo
and a Guernsey at World Dairy Expo
Caught on Camera
Sale ExcitementEric Westendorp will be heading up consignment selection for the 2016 Spring Foundation Holstein Sale to be held April 8th. Beginning in January, he will hit the ground running to visit your farm and see what you have to offer this marquis sale. Start thinking about that special one you would like to offer as a genetic building block for your fellow breeder!
Coming upThe Winter Issue of the Michigan Dairy Cattle News will take a look back at 2015 and forward to 2016. Ad deadlines and details will be posted on the Michigan Holstein Association Facebook page and will be delivered in your email!
Production LeadersCongratulations to Walter Gremel and Darwin Sneller, who were recognized for one of their cows achieving a top position on the leaders list with Holstein USA:
Starward Bronco Linzee VG-87 (USA 141320993 100-NA)
Sire: End-Road O-Man Bronco-ET (USA 135774702)
Dam: Starward Spike Lindsey (USA 140065008)
3-05 2X 305 42,210 100 3.1 1288 3.1 1311 100 X MI 14048
2ND in Michigan for Protein as a Jr. 3-Year-Old
3RD in Michigan for Milk as a Jr. 3-Year-Old
On the Tanbark TrailMany Michigan breeders have been on the road this fall exhibiting at the All-American in Harrisburg, World Dairy Expo in Madison and the North American International Livestock Exhibition where the famed Jersey Jug Futurity is held. Congratulations to all of you who have participated and won! Show off your winner with an ad in the Winter Issue of the Michigan Dairy Cattle News!
CondolencesOur sincere condolences go out to the Dr. Joe Domecq family after losing his mother, Frances Domeq, 74, of Porterville, California, September 22, 2015. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Domecq family.
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District VII Highlights
District VII Show & Picnic was held on June 30
Highlights13 youth participated in showmanship
Judge was Mary CostiganJunior Champion Open Show
B& W Dreams exhibited by the Higgins Family
Junior Reserve Champion Open ShowTouchdown Crown Lilac
exhibited by Damion Bontekoe
Junior Champion Youth ShowTouchdown Crown Lilac
exhibited by Damion Bontekoe
Junior Reserve Champion Youth ShowButlerview Gold Angel- ET by Cole Provoast
Champion Open ShowJenesis-B Dempsey Kassidy exhibited by Tom Barends
Reserve Champ OpenClass-E Atwood Cashew exhibited by Nick Clark
Champion Youth ShowJazlyn Higgins
Reserve Champ YouthPremium Star Destiny Red- ET
exhibited by Cole Provoast
Premier Exhibitor and BreederNick Clark & Family
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Premier Breeder & ExhibitorThe Clark Family
Youth Show Junior Champion and Reserve Champion
Open Show Grand and Reserve Grand Champion
Open Show Junior Champion and Reserve Champion
Youth Show Champion and Reserve Champion
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2015November 7, 201558th Pot O’Gold SaleLouisville, Kentucky
November 8, 2015The 63rd All American Jersey SaleLouisville, Kentucky
November 9, 2015All American Jersey ShowLouisville, Kentucky
November 9, 2015NAILE Holstein Open ShowLouisville, Kentucky
December 1, 2015Official Genetic Evaluation Release
2016February 4-6, 2016Great Lakes Regional Dairy Conference
February 5, 2016Michigan Holstein Annual MeetingSoaring Eagle Casino and Resort, Mt. Pleasant, Michigan
calendar February 6, 2016Michigan Jersey Cattle Annual MeetingSoaring Eagle Casino and Resort, Mt. Pleasant, Michigan
March 8, 2016 - March 10, 2016National DHIA Annual MeetingSheraton Lake Buena Vista Resort, Orlando, Florida
March 29- April 2, 2016 Spring Dairy ExpoAll Breeds Show and Sales at the Ohio State Fairgrounds, Columbus, Ohio.
April 8, 2016Michigan Spring Foundation SaleMSU Livestock Pavilion, East Lansing at 11:00 am
April 8, 2016Michigan Jersey Spring ShowMSU Livestock Pavilion, East Lansing at 6:00 pm
April 9, 2016Great Lakes Spring ShowMSU Livestock Pavilion, East Lansing at 8:30 pm
April 9, 2016Michigan Jersey Cattle Club State SaleMSU Livestock Pavilion, East Lansing at Noon
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517-490-7736Melissa Hart, Editor
index to advertisersBovine Beautician . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25Brenhaven . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22-25District VII Highlights . . . . . . . . . . . .28Caledonia Farmers Elevator . . . . . . . . . . .6End-Road Farms . . . . . . . .. . . . . . .10 & 29Green Meadow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11Hawksfield . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Lemajru Dairy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Michigan Livestock Service . . . . . . . . .30
Michigan Milk Producers Association 32Moram Holsteins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16North Star Cooperative . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Pro Hart Jerseys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8Rat-Rink . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Reed Dairy Farm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15Rho-Nic Holsteins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8Rod-er-Dic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Rustic Jerseys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Star-Summit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Starward . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31Tomerton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Vitality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22Wardin Bros. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Weston Jerseys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Westvale-View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Wonderbred Holsteins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
District VII Highlights June 28 - July 1, 2016National Holstein ConventionSaratoga Springs, New York
June 28 - July 1, 2017National Holstein ConventionBellevue, Washington
June 29 - July 3, 2018National Holstein ConventionTraverse City, Michigan
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Mich. Livestock Service, Inc. is now a distributor for ST Genetics–the result of merging Taurus Service, Trans America Genetics and Trans World Genetics into a nationwide system. Offerings include female-sorted semen under the latest “SexedUltra” process patented by Sexing Technologies. Home of Michigan-bred 203HO1254 Green Meadow Drew ET–high milk and health traits progeny, calv-ing ease outcross sire.
Distributor for International Protein Sires–home of two Michigan-bred High Ge-nomic family selections: 566HO1235 View Home All Game ET (same cow family as the $103,000 national sale top heifer), 566HO1237 Sonray-Acres Btlr Milton ET (deep outcross maternal line).We have four of the highest type Red & White sources in Holstein pedigrees: Ap-ples Absolute Red (EX93) and Mr Apple Jack-Red (EX94) #1 and #2 Red type sires, sons of the famous “Apple” (EX96) Hylite Barbwire Red (VG87) and Rainyridge Barnie *RC (EX91) show winners worldwide, sons of “Talent Barbara” (EX95)Distributor for Triple Hil Sires–home of “the bulls who were bred to be cows” The most unique, maternal line and aAa-based Holstein sire program for those seeking outcross with longevity potential.
If you do not believe that genetics should become a commodity, but that there is power in mating selection to utilize genetic traits to change your herd for better reproduction and health without sacrificing production and component yields, optimizing longevity, our sire program is tailored for you. ~Greg
International Protein Sires : www.ipssires.comST Genetics: www.STgen.com
www.michiganlivestock.com
Mich. Livestock Service, Inc.“For The Best in Bulls” Since 1952110 N Main StreetP.O. Box 661Ovid, MI 48866800-359-1693
Greg Palen (989) 277-6031Dean Wittenbach (989) 277-6032Gene Van Rhee (616) 318-0243affiliated with (in the “Thumb”):Rich Genetics (810) 404-4669
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Our Rising Stars
Starward FarmsBAA 108.5% • PBR 25 YearsDHIA 28,886M 1115F 920P
Walter Gremel • 989.883.37729393 Canboro Rd., Sebewaing, MI 48759
Darwin and Kathy Sneller • 989.883.3716Eric and Cassie Sneller • 517.420.6840
8677 Kilmanagh Rd., Sebewaing, MI 48759
Show and Classification ResultsTri-Koebel Party Girl NOW EX 90 • 91 MAM1st Place Michigan Holstein Futurity 2015 • Reserve Grand Champion and Reserve Senior Champion Great Lakes Spring ShowDue December to Aftershock • Projected to 28,000m
3 NEW Excellents from June Classification
Green by Sanchez EX 90m – EX Mam @ 5-00 3-09 301 29,180 3.7 1093 3.1 901Hope by Acme EX 90 – Ex Mam @ 4-05 2-01 334 25020 4.3 1083 3.3 830Layna by Guthrie EX 90 – EX 92 Mam @ 3-04 2-02 365 29400 4.0 `1191 3.3 979Jodee by Richman VG 88 88 Mam @ 3-04 2-03 303 28940 3.1 901 3.1 901
June Classification Totals • 13 Excellent • 38 Very Good • 24 Good Plus
Thank You D a i r y B u ye r s a t t h e 7 t h A n n u a l
MICHIGAN LIVESTOCK EXPO SALE-ABRATIONSupporters of Michigan Dairy Youth raised $43,300 at the Michigan Livestock Expo Sale-abration on July 21, 2015. The money raised will be used to provide scholarships and support dairy youth activities such as the Michigan Dairy Expo and other dairy youth education programs.
2015 DAIRY BUYERSABSAmerican Farm ProductsCalder DairyCobankConsumers EnergyNorthStar Cooperative, Inc.Caledonia Farmers ElevatorClass ConstructionDairy Farmers of AmericaFarm Bureau Family of Companies EmployeesFoster, Swift, Collins & Smith, P.C.Golden Elm Dairy, Eric Frahm Family
Hudson DairyThe Kroger Co. of MichiganLogan Brothers PrintingMoo-VilleMichigan Milk Producers AssociationMichigan Soybean Promotion CommitteePrince Agri ProductsRoberts Dairy ServiceUnited Dairy Industry of MichiganVanBeek NutritionVita PlusZeeland Farm Services, Inc.
SUPREME CHAMPION DAIRY SHOWPERSON KRISTEN BURKHARDT, FOWLERVILLE
SUPREME CHAMPION DAIRY COW LUCAS MOSER, DANSVILLE
SUPREME CHAMPION DAIRY HEIFER ANDREW ATHERTON, SWARTZ CREEK
SUPREME CHAMPION CHEESE OLD EUROPE CHEESE, BENTON HARBOR
Michigan Milk Producers AssociationNovi, MI | 248-474-6672 | www.mimilk.com
