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12 OCA Celebrates Ohio’s Cattlemen at Annual Meeting & Banquet

22 Who Will Speak for Ohio’s Beef Industry? Ohio cattlemen to vote on Ohio Beef Checkoff referendum

25 Ohio Beef Expo Preview

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Features

45 NCBA Convention Overview

47 OCA Members Elect Directors

56 OCA and OBC Welcome Spring Semester Interns

58 BQA Certification Offer for Beef and Dairy Producers

48 OCA Seedstock Producer of the Year Rod and Laurie Ferguson put customers first at their registered Angus operation by Amy Beth Graves

72 BEST Celebrity Showdown Participants raise more than $13,000 to benefit Make-A-Wish

Editorial4 Harsh Realities

6 OCA News & Views

20 Forage Corner

42 Up the Alley

64 Ohio CattleWomen Update

68 On the Edge of Common Sense

News & Notes8 Your Dues Dollars at Work

41 Beef Briefs

54 County Cattle Call

61 Breed News

70 Your Checkoff Dollars at Work

Reference8 OCA County Affiliate Presidents

43 Allied Industry Council

66 Calendar of Events

74 Parting Shots

74 Advertisers’ Index

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Ohio Cattleman Harsh Realities

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Ohio Cattleman magazine (USPA: 020-968, ISSN: 1543-0588) is published six times per year: Winter issue, mailed in January; Expo preview issue, mailed in Febru-ary; Spring issue, mailed in April; Summer issue, mailed in July; Early Fall issue, mailed in September; and Late Fall issue, mailed in October; for $15 a year to OCA members only. It is dedicated to reporting facts about Ohio’s cattle including marketing, production and legislative news. All editorial and advertising material is screened to meet rigid standards, but publisher assumes no responsibility for ac-curacy or validity of claims. All rights reserved. Circulation for the Expo 2014 issue is 3,010.Published at Minster, Ohio 45865 by the Ohio Cattlemen’s Association, 10600 US Highway 42, Marysville, Ohio 43040. Periodical postage paid at Marysville, Ohio and at additional offices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Ohio Cattleman, 10600 US Highway 42, Marysville, Ohio 43040. CHANGING YOUR ADDRESS: Please send old as well as new address to Ohio Cattleman, 10600 US Highway 42, Marysville, Ohio 43040.

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This winter’s extreme cold and snow have made caring for cattle more difficult than normal. Every cattlemen’s meeting has started with a discussion about frozen pipes

and waterers and calving troubles associated with the cold. The weather even impacted attendance at OCA’s annual meeting and awards banquet in late January. But in spite of the weather, there was a surprisingly large number of hardy folks who braved the cold and snow to attend the association’s business meeting and to recognize some of the industry’s best. You can read all about the event in this issue.

This issue also serves as our Expo addition with all the latest that’s planned for the 2014 Ohio Beef Expo March 14-16. This is the 27th year for the Expo and it is exciting to see it continue to grow. The trade show has been sold-out for over two months, the numbers for Expo breed sales are strong and the Genetic Pathway will be the largest it’s been in several years. One of the added features we introduced last year was an Ohio Beef Expo app for smart phones. Be sure to download the app to take advantage of all the Expo has to offer.

In a much needed break from the cold, many Ohioans traveled to Nashville earlier this month for the Cattle Industry Convention and NCBA Trade Show. Cattle produc-ers heard the optimistic 2014 industry outlook presented by CattleFax. Their presen-tation noted signs that beef producers were beginning to shift toward herd expansion after years of liquidation. Expansion was supported by data indicating reductions in cow slaughter and a January 1 USDA inventory report showing higher numbers for beef replacement heifers. However, reductions in slaughter cows and adding more heifers for breeding will only further tighten beef supplies for the next couple of years. According to CattleFax, tighter supplies typically lead to higher prices and that will continue to be a beef industry battle in 2014 as beef prices for consumers will climb higher as well.

During the convention we also took a closer look at the next generation of consumers known as millennials. At 80 million strong, they are the largest population segment. Millennials represent more beef eating occasions than any other segment and will out-spend baby boomers by 2017. They are online and connected sharing everything with their family and friends and they rely on their smart phones for information instead of traditional media.

Through its research the beef checkoff recognized it could not continue down the same conventional advertising path if it wanted to reach these 13 to 33-year-old consumers. Internet search engines deliver unlimited amounts of information and millennials are using these resources to find answers to their questions about beef. The beef industry needs to be there with answers. This is one of the reasons why the checkoff is shifting toward digital marketing. Checkoff dollars are working to tell consumers the story of beef in new ways that will catch their attention. And the measurability of digital marketing also makes it more efficient and cost-effective for the beef industry.

Millennials like beef and are willing to pay for it, but they also come with some chal-lenges that the beef industry must address. Millennials need to understand the health benefits that make beef worth the cost. Millennials also want to feel good about the food they eat and feed to their children. It is important for them to understand how

By Elizabeth Harsh, Ohio Cattleman Editor


beef compares nutritionally to other pro-teins. But nutrition alone is not enough. Millennials want that great beef eating experience every time and don’t always have the cooking skills to deliver it. The beef checkoff is working to address the challenges that come with this important marketing segment and implementing new digital marketing strategies is just one step in the process.

If all this talk about digital marketing has you confused, don’t worry. That is the unique value of the beef checkoff, doing what individual beef producers cannot do by reaching Ohio’s millennial parents with information about how and why they should include beef in their fam-ily’s meals. Please join OCA’s leadership in the effort to increase the Ohio beef checkoff from $1 to $2 per head by voting Yes on the beef referendum. Increasing our resources to build beef demand is an important investment in our industry, our profits, and our future. v


OCA News & Views

An Exciting Future for Beef Producers

In spite of Mother Nature we had a good turnout for our Ohio Cattlemen’s Associa-tion Awards Banquet. I know some of you missed it because of road conditions

or frozen pipes. It was good to see talented youth receiving all of those scholarships. Again, congratulations to the award winners and thanks to all the donors for the sup-port. Though the number of youth participating in the Ohio Beef Ambassador Program was down from last year, the judges were very impressed with the quality contestants.

We had the official passing of the gavel from Sam Sutherly to me and I want to thank Sam, again, for the great job he has done the last two years as president. He helped us start new programs and successfully continue the existing ones.

During the day we heard John Lundeen from National Cattlemen Beef Association who did a really good job talking about consumer preferences and trends and some of the things we need to do to be prepared to supply them beef. On Friday before the banquet, the Ohio Cattlemen’s Association and Ohio Beef Council had our business meeting and then proceeded to work on mission statements and strategic planning led by a very talented Barb Wilkinson from National Cattlemen’s Beef Association. We are not done yet, but we started a lot of thinking about who we are and who we want to be as we plan on finishing our efforts at the April Meeting.

The enthusiasm at the Ohio Cattlemen Association banquet was very high and encour-aging for the beef industry from $1.56 fat cattle, to $1,200 plus cull cows, to $2,200 plus fats, to $205 plus feeder cattle. Everyone seemed excited about the future of the beef industry in Ohio.

We hope that same enthusiasm carries over to help us increase our checkoff from $1.00 to $2.00 per head. Ontario cattle feeders are voting in February to increase their check-off from $3.00 to $4.00 and Australia is at $5.00. With just an additional dollar we can do a lot of promotion and advertising to help get beef back to the meat of choice. The checkoff money goes to the Ohio Beef Council, a 15 member board appointed by the Ohio Director of Agriculture, and they decide how best to invest the money.

The Ohio Cattlemen Association does not receive any of this checkoff money, but all of us as Ohio cattle feeders or producers receive the benefits of the returns from the check-off. Several studies have proved that for every $1.00 invested in the checkoff there is a return of $5.55. Help us pass the $1.00 increase by filling out your ballot and sending it in. Be sure to encourage friends, relatives and neighbors to vote, also.

By Frank Phelps, OCA President

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OCA OfficersPresident • Frank Phelps

Vice President • Joe FosterSecretary • Elizabeth Harsh

Treasurer • Jim RogersPast President • Sam Sutherly

OCA StaffElizabeth Harsh Executive Director

Emily Griffiths Director of Public Relations & Consumer Marketing

Stephanie Sindel Director of Member Services & BEST Coordinator

Julie White Director of CommunicationsRon Windnagel Director of Accounting &

OperationsKatie Hack Administrative Assistant

OCA DirectorsDave Felumlee Director At-Large

Newark • Term expires 2014 Jim Rogers Director At-LargeLogan • Term expires 2015

J.L. Draganic Director At-LargeSouth Solon • Term expires 2016

Kevin Miller District 1West Unity • Term expires 2014

Kelvin Egner District 2Shelby • Term expires 2015

Pete Conkle District 3Hanoverton • Term expires 2016

Sam Sutherly District 4Troy • Term expires 2014Frank Phelps District 5

Belle Center • Term expires 2015Pam Haley District 6

West Salem • Term expires 2016Rick Young District 7

Belmont • Term expires 2014Sasha Rittenhouse District 8

New Carlisle • Term expires 2015Stan Smith District 9

Canal Winchester • Term expires 2016Tim Osborn District 10

Blanchester • Term expires 2014Craig Shelton District 11

Lynchburg • Term expires 2015Joe Foster District 12

Gallia • Term expires 2016Elections are held each year in November. If interested in serving on the OCA Board,

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Legislative & Regulatory•HeldapolicydevelopmentsessionduringtheOCAAnnualMeetingandadopted

new polices including an updated position on the severance tax.

•Continuedtomonitorfederallegislationandregulatoryruleannouncements,includ-ing the USDA-APHIS proposed rule to allow beef imports from regions within Brazil.

Youth•Awarded10scholarshipsthroughtheOhioCattlemen’sFoundation.

•HeldBESTsanctionedshowsinJanuaryandFebruaryinColumbus,Gallipolis,Springfield and Wilmington. BEST numbers have surpassed 2013 by both partici-pants and cattle numbers.

•SponsoredtheCelebrityShowdownfortheMake-A-Wishprogramraisingnearly$13,000 at the show held in conjunction with the Cattle Battle in Springfield, Ohio.

•Selected20applicantstoreceive$500scholarshipsfromthefirst-everBestoftheBuckeye program sponsored by Franklin Equipment.

Programs & Events•UpdatedOCA’swebsiteanddistributedmaterialsabouttheOhioBeefCheckoffRef-

erendum taking place through March 20, 2014.

•Mailedexhibitorinformationforthe2014OhioBeefExpoGeneticPathway.

•Distributedconsignmentinformationforthe2014OCASeedstockImprovementBullSale April 12 in Hillsboro.

•Designedandmailedtheofficialshowprogramforthe2014OhioBeefExpo.

•CompletedseveralinterviewswithBrownfieldAgNewsonvariousOCAprogramsand events.

Association•HeldtheOCAAnnualMeetingandAwardsBanquetwithexpandedprogramfor2014.

•ProvidedanOCAupdateandreferenduminfoatthefollowingcountybanquets:Al-len, Auglaize, Darke, Gallia, Greene, Putnam, Mercer, and Stark Counties.

•PresentedanassociationupdateandreferenduminfoattheAngus,Hereford,Short-horn, and Simmental Association annual meetings and banquets.

•AttendedtheUnitedProducers,Inc.delegatemeetingheldinColumbus.

•RepresentedOCAmembersattheCattleIndustryConventionandNCBATradeShow in Nashville.

•CompiledandemailedFebruarye-newslettertoOCAmembers.

Adams ............................. Reggie CarringtonAllen ........................................... Joe SandersAshland ................................Christina FisherAuglaize ........................................Jay ClutterBrown ........................................ Jeff CluxtonButler .............................................Bill EiseleCarroll .......................................Greg VahalikChampaign ................................ David ClappClark ............................................... Bob AgleClermont .............................. Brandon SniderColumbiania/Mahoning/Trumbull ............... ....................................................Paul WetzelCrawford ........................................Andy LohrDarke ........................................ Apollo PerezDelaware/Union ........................Matt HobbsFairfield ...................................... Marcy LoveFayette ................................Richard HarmonFulton................................ Max AeschlemanGallia ......................................... Scott PayneGreene ....................................... Josh JacobsHancock ...............................Charles BeagleHardin .....................................Deana GibsonHenry ..................................... Milford KinderHighland ............................ Brian CummingsHocking ................................. Jo Ann MurthaHuron .....................................Barrett FrenchJackson..................................... Jim EdwardsJefferson .................................. Tyler RamseyKnox .................................William Lawhon Jr.Lawrence ................................. Joe FergusonLicking ........................................ Roger LeesLogan ........................................Troy SelhorstMadison ............................... Elizabeth MeadMercer .......................................Neil SiefringMiami ......................................... Terry KnightMontgomery ................................Chris SelbyMorgan ....................................... Bill MasseyMorrow ................................Junior BrandumMuskingum ...............................Jarrod HittleNoble ..........................................Jamie MileyOhio Valley ................................David PlumlyPerry ...............................................Dave NollPreble ..................................... Rodney MannPutnam ............................ Dennis SchroederRichland .................................. Dave FacklerSeneca ...................................Bret ClevelandShelby .................................. Andy BornhorstStark ..................................... Christy SavageTuscarawas .................................. Jerry PrysiVinton ..................................... Teresa SniderWarren .................................... David BullockWilliams ..........................................Fred FreyWood ..................................... Michelle KranzWyandot ................................. Steve Swihart

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Celebrating Ohio’s beef industry.


Mike and Beth Carper of Delaware were honored with the Cattlemen’s Association Industry Excellence Award for 2014. This award was sponsored by Ohio’s Country Journal. Pictured from left are Matt Reese, Ohio’s County Journal; and Beth and Mike Carper.

John Albert, United Producers, Inc. Manager of Bucyrus was awarded the Industry Service award for 2014 at the OCA annual banquet. This award is sponsored by Brownfield Ag News. From the left are Dave Russell, Brownfield Ag News; and John Albert.

More than 250 attended the event in which an expanded format offered

a county affiliate leaders’ meeting and two breakout sessions in addition to the annual meeting and evening banquet. Sponsors who contributed to the success of the event include COBA/Select Sires, CompManagement, Inc., Farm Credit Mid-America, United Producers, Inc. and Steve R. Rauch.

The day’s events began with a meet-ing hosted for county affiliate leaders to learn about opportunities available and to share with other county leaders. Fol-lowing a luncheon, the first “Around the Water Tank” breakout session hosted a four-person panel. National Cattlemen’s

Beef Association (NCBA) President Scott George; John Lundeen, NCBA Senior Ex-ecutive Director of Market Research; Pam Haley, OCA Board of Directors member; and Bev Roe, Ohio Beef Council Operat-ing Committee member, shared with attendees on the positive impact the beef checkoff has had on the beef industry.

“Your investment in the beef checkoff has done great things for the safety of beef,” said Lundeen who adds that when consumers consider purchasing beef, safety is one of the top priorities. “Beef is the most successful of foods in America to reduce pathogens.”

During the annual meeting, Ohio cattlemen heard from Scott George who

gave an update on NCBA activities and discussed many of the issues NCBA is working on for the beef industry. George shared with Ohio’s cattlemen the status of the Farm Bill and discussed the impor-tance of additional trade agreements to the beef industry.

The 2013 OCA President Sam Sutherly of Troy, Ohio, coordinated the policy de-velopment portion of the meeting. These resolutions covered a broad range includ-ing, cattle health, nutrition and health, international markets and property rights. The 2014 OCA President Frank Phelps discussed the Ohio Beef Checkoff Refer-endum Vote Yes campaign to increase the checkoff from $1 to $2 per head.

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Ohio beef producers and industry leaders met to develop policy, learn about consumer preferences and demand for beef and to celebrate the many achievements of cattlemen at the Ohio Cattlemen’s Association Annual

Meeting and Awards Banquet, Jan. 25, 2014, at the NorthPointe Conference Center..

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Chippewa Valley Angus Farms, Rittman, was honored with the Seedstock Producer of the Year award. This award was presented by Farm World magazine. Pictured from left are Dave Felumlee, OCA; and Rod and Laurie Ferguson.

Allen Gahler, Graytown, was recognized as the Young Cattleman of the Year at the OCA awards banquet. Ohio Farmer sponsored the award. Pictured are Gahler and his wife, Susie, and their children Lilly, Carrigan, Griffin and Addison.

Watts Farms LTD, Alexandria, was honored with the Commercial Producer of the year award for 2014, sponsored by Farm and Dairy, at the OCA Banquet. Pictured from left are Susan Crowell, Farm and Dairy; and Barb and Phil Watts.

In addition, OCA’s Membership Com-mittee recognized the members of OCA’s Top Hand Recruiting Club. Purina Ani-mal Nutrition and Quality Liquid Feed sponsored the awards. OCA’s officers reported that in 2013 the association set a membership record. Renewals for 2014 are on track with previous years. The Beef Improvement Committee gave an update on the Seedstock Improvement Sales and the Ohio Beef Expo.

Following the Annual Meeting, the second “Around the Water Tank” ses-sion featured a presentation from John Lundeen. He shared information on what consumers think about beef and discussed challenges associated with marketing beef to millennial parents, the beef industry’s target market.

OCA members and guests reconvened that evening for the banquet to celebrate another successful year. An early highlight of the banquet was naming the 2014 Ohio Beef Ambassadors, a program sponsored by the Ohio CattleWomen’s Association and the Ohio Beef Council in which eight youth, ages 16 to 19 competed for the title. Kendra Gabriel, Pickaway County; Hallie Hiser, Greene County; and Demi Snider, Hardin County, were chosen to spend the next year sharing their story of agriculture and educating consumers on beef con-sumption and the industry.

Ten scholarships were presented to outstanding youth during the awards banquet. Steve R. Rauch Benchmark of Excellence scholarship recipients includ-

ed Megan Hunker, Huron County; Si-erra Jepsen, Fairfield County; and Lindsey Grimes, Highland County. Hayley Beck, Huron Coun-ty; Brandon Klehm, Stark County; Laura Schmuki, Stark County; and Kelsey Sheeley, High-land County, were awarded $1,000 Tagged for Greatness Scholarships, which are funded with the sales of the Ohio Beef license plate.

Jordan Bonham, Fayette County; Hallie Hiser, Greene County; and Shyla Kreager, Licking County, received a $1,000 Coun-try Club Scholarship, which was funded by the putt putt course at the 2013 Ohio State Fair. The Ohio CattleWomen’s As-sociation awarded scholarships to Hayley, Beck, Huron County; Breanne Gabriel, Pickaway County; and Kelsey Sheeley, Highland County.

The banquet concluded with OCA pre-senting five prestigious awards to deserving cattlemen and supporters of Ohio’s beef industry. Phil and Barb Watts, Watts Farms LTD, Alexandria, Ohio, received the Com-mercial Producer of the Year award; Rod and Laurie Ferguson, Chippewa Valley An-gus Farms, Rittman, Ohio, were awarded Seedstock Producer of the Year; Young

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Cattleman of the Year was Allen Gahler, Graytown, Ohio; John Albert, United Producers, Inc. Manager, Bucyrus, Ohio, received the Industry Service Award; and Mike and Beth Carper, Delaware, Ohio, were awarded with Industry Excellence.

Awards in these categories were spon-sored by the Ohio Cattlemen’s Associa-tion with Farm and Dairy, Farm World, Ohio Farmer, Brownfield Ag News, and Ohio’s Country Journal respectively.

Sutherly presented a gavel to the 2014 OCA President, Frank Phelps, Logan County. Phelps said he is looking forward to working with OCA members and thanked Sutherly for his leadership and serving as president for two years. He introduced the “Vote Yes” video for the Ohio Beef Checkoff Referendum,.

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The Ohio CattleWomen’s Association awarded three scholarships to deserving students. Pictured from left are Hayley Beck, Huron County; and Breanne Gabriel, Pickaway County. Not pictured is Kelsey Sheeley, Highland County.

The BEST Program donated a basket that was auctioned live at the banquet. All proceeds benefit Make-A-Wish, the BEST Program’s community service project. Franklin Equipment purchased the basket, raising $1,000 for the effort in reaching BEST’s $16,000 goal. Pictured with BEST participants in attendence are Troy and Vonda Gabriel of Franklin Equipment. Their daughters, Breanne and Kendra are involved in the BEST Program.

Make-A-Wish is an organization that grants wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions. Last year, BEST participants raised more than $19,000 for Make-A-Wish, granting two wishes and surpassing their $8,000 goal.

The 2014 Ohio CattleWomen’s Association officers left to right Jo Bershet Past OCW President who inducted the new officers; Kayla Alexander, President; Darlene Wagner, Vice President; and Dona Tullis, Treasurer. Not pictured is Joan Sullinger, Secretary.

The 2014 Ohio Beef Ambassadors pictured from left to right are Demi Snider, Hardin County; Hallie Hiser, Greene County; and Kendra Gabriel, Pickaway County. The program is sponsored by the Ohio CattleWomen’s Association and the Ohio Beef Council. The ambassadors will spend the next year educating consumers on beef consumption and the industry.

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CattleWomen Officers

Three Ohio youth were presented Steve R. Rauch Benchmark of Excellence Scholarships during OCA’s awards banquet. Pictured from left are Billy Taubert, representing Steve R. Rauch Excavation and Demolition; Sierra Jepsen of Fairfield County; and Steve Rauch, representing Steve R. Rauch Excavation and Demolition. Not pictured are Lindsey Grimes of Highland County; and Megan Hunker of Huron County.

Four youth were awarded the Tagged for Greatness Scholarship that is funded by the sale of beef license plates. Pictured from left are Brandon Klehm of Stark County; and Hayley Beck of Huron County. Not pictured are Laura Schmuki of Stark County; and Kelsey Sheeley of Highland County.

Three youth were awarded the Country Club Scholarship that is funded by the putt-putt course in the Voinovich Building during the 2013 Ohio State Fair. Pictured is Hallie Hiser of Greene County. Not pictured are Jordan Bonham of Fayette County; and Shyla Kreager of Licking County.

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The Ohio Cattlemen’s Association coordinated a successful silent auction for PAC (Political Action Committee) during the annual banquet. Proceeds raised for OCA’s PAC help to support the campaign efforts of political candidates that understand and support the beef cattle industry. OCA appreciates the support of donors and buyers.

OCA Top Hand Club Members were rewarded for their recruitment efforts during OCA’s Annual Meeting by Cy Prettyman, Purina Animal Nutrition; and Joe Foster, Quality Liquid Feeds. Michael Bihl was recognized as Top Recruiter.

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Left: 2013 OCA President Sam Sutherly presents incoming 2014 President Frank Phelps with a gavel.

Below: The OCA Annual Meeting & Awards Banquet was a day-long event. Attendees enjoyed a lunch followed by a panel discussion highlighting checkoff funded programs.

Above: Ohio cattlemen heard from Scott George, NCBA President, who gave an update on NCBA activities and discussed many of the issues the organization is working on for the beef industry.

Below: John Lundeen, NCBA Senior Executive Director of Market Research, shared information on what consumers think about beef and discussed challenges association with marketing beef to millennial parents, the beef industry’s target market.


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By Jeff McCutcheon, Extension Educator, Morrow County

Every winter I get inquiries from farmers asking how to improve

their pasture production. Most of those questions are in regard to planting new forages. It is true that newer cultivars of the forage species we use will produce more forage. During those discussions it often becomes apparent that there are a few important things that need to be ad-dressed before considering to plant new forages. Many times I am reminded of the quote “Excellent genetics will not save you from poor management.”

When considering improving your pasture production I suggest focusing on thefollowingitemsinorder:1)limeandfertility; 2) managing grazing; 3) weed control; 4) adding species to the existing stand; and 5) replacing the stand.

Lime and FertilityWhen was the last soil test done on

your pasture fields? When I ask that question I typically get answers that indicate decades and not the three-year time frame that is recommended. From the results I have seen most pasture fields would benefit from applications of lime and phosphorous and potassium.

Focusing on soil fertility in pasture fields will help with improved produc-tion, weed control (by helping the forages compete with weeds) and will be needed before you add any new forages or replace the forages in a pasture. You can find the OSU factsheet titled “Fertility Manage-ment of Meadows” for a more detailed discussion of soil fertility in pastures.

Managed GrazingManaging grazing goes a long way to

improve the production and quality of the stand. Managing grazing can have a greater effect on the pasture than any other part of pasture management. While working with beginning graziers I often find myself suggesting that they consider having more, smaller paddocks. This is based on three grazing management prin-ciples:allowtheplantsrest,keepgrazing

times short and use a high enough stock-ing density to harvest the forage. The for-age and animals respond positively to this management. It can be accomplished with temporary fencing and water troughs, so the expense is not detrimental.

There are several grazing schools planned around Ohio that teach the prin-ciple of grazing management. Contact your local Extension or Soil & Water Conservation District to see if one is scheduled in your area.

Control Problem WeedsSometimes weeds can become an issue

in pasture fields. If you focus on the two previous items many times weeds become a non-issue. If weeds still pose a problem


tures I have walked are well below this target. There is an OSU factsheet titled “Improving Pasture with Frost Seeding” that explains the process.

Replace SwardCompletely establishing a

new pasture can be costly. Killing the existing sod with herbicides and/or tillage, correcting soil fertility, the seed and planting, all have a cost. Add in the reduced production until the new seeding is established and it will cost several hundred dollars per acre.

If you have focused on the previous items then it is time to consider newer forage genetics. Check out the Ohio Crop Performance Trials and forage trials conducted in other states to identify what may be the best cultivars to plant. The newer forages will respond to better management.

Changing the forages in the pasture without chang-

ing the management is not the long term answer to the basic problem. Remember what you have now is what has survived your management. Before planting any-thing you should first focus on improv-ing soil fertility, then improving your

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The director’s signature comes after the Dec. 9, 2013, referendum comment hearing, which was attended by the Ohio Beef Council and Ohio Cattlemen’s As-sociation (OCA). The Ohio Farm Bureau and Ohio Dairy Producers Association, which publicly endorsed the Ohio Beef Checkoff, also attended the hearing.

“Cattle producers will a see a return on their investment when they vote yes for this referendum,” said Frank Phelps, OCA president. “This increase will go a long way in helping the Ohio Beef Council reach the state’s nearly 12 million consumers.”

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endum process, regulated by Section 924 of the Ohio Revised Code under the Ohio Beef Marketing Program.

Any producer among the 17,400 indi-viduals that have marketed cattle in Ohio in the 2013 calendar year will be eligible to vote in the upcoming referendum, in-cluding youth who market 4-H and FFA beef projects.

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Schedule of EventsOhio Beef Expo

March 14 -16 | Ohio Expo Center | Columbus, Ohio

Friday, March 14 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Gilligan Complex open for junior show stalling 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. Trade Show set up for smaller vendors 8:00 a.m. Voinovich Building opens for public 8:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Trade Show Open, Voinovich Building 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Genetic Pathway Open, Voinvoich Building 10:00 a.m. Educational Seminars begin in Voinovich 10:00 a.m. Breed Shows begin in Rauch Arena & O’Neill Building 10 a.m. Gelbvieh Show, O’Neill Building 10 a.m. Limousin Show, Rauch Arena North Ring 10:30 a.m. Angus Parade, Rauch Arena South Ring 12:30 p.m. Hereford Show, Rauch Arena South Ring 12:30 p.m. Shorthorn Show, Rauch Arena North Ring 1 p.m. Murray Grey Show, O’Neill Building 2 p.m. Miniature Hereford Show, Rauch Arena Display Breeds: Charolais 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Junior Show Check in, Gilligan 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Genetic Pathway Open, Voinovich Building 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. Cowboy Happy Hour, Voinovich Building 5:00 p.m. Junior Show Welcome Party & Fitting Demonstration

Saturday, March 15 8:00 a.m. - 8:45 a.m. Judging Contest Registration, Rauch Arena 8:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Trade Show Open, Voinovich Building 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Jr Show Check in, Gilligan Complex 9:00 a.m. Judging Contest, Rauch Arena 9:00 a.m. Junior Show arrival deadline 8:30 a.m. Breed Sales begin in Voinovich Building 10 a.m. Shorthorn Sale, Voinovich Sale Ring 1 10 a.m. Hereford Sale, Voinovich Sale Ring 2 12 p.m. Chianina Sale, Voinovich Sale Ring 1 12 p.m. Angus Sale, Voinovich Sale Ring 2 2 p.m. Simmental Sale, Voinovich Sale Ring 1 2 p.m. Maine Anjou Sale, Voinovich Sale Ring 2 4 p.m. Limousin Sale, Voinovich Sale Ring 2 Ohio Beef Expo Semen Sale, benefitting the junior show, will follow the Limousin Sale in Sale Ring 2 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Genetic Pathway Open, Voinovich Bldg 1:00 p.m. Youth Beef Quality Assurance, Rauch Arena Juniors will be divided into two groups by age and both sessions will run concurrently. 3:00 p.m. Junior Showmanship, Rauch Arena 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Genetic Pathway Open, Voinovich Building 4:30 - 6:00 p.m. Cowboy Happy Hour, Voinovich Building 4:30 p.m. Judging Contest Awards, Rauch Arena

Sunday, March 16 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Junior Show Rauch Arena 8:00 a.m. Market Animal Show begins 9 a.m. Heifer Show begins 8:00 a.m. Voinovich Building opens for public 8:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Trade Show Open, Voinovich Building 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Genetic Pathway Open, Voinovich Building


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ACCELERATED GENETICS

*ADM ALLIANCE NUTRITION, INC.

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AGRIBUCKLE, A DIVISION OF THE LEATHER BOX

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BAYER ANIMAL HEALTH

BEST LIVESTOCK EQUIPTMENT (GIANT RUBBER WATER TANKS)

BIOZYME, INC.

BOBCAT ENTERPRISES INC.

BOEHRINGER-INGELHEIM VETMEDICA INC.

BOWMAN CARMEL APPLES BANANAS/SOUPS

C.J. BROWN STUDIOS

CALLICRATE BANDERS

*CARGILL ANIMAL NUTRITION

CASHMAN’S EQUIPMENT

CATTLE VISIONS

CENTURY FARM PRODUCTS

*COBA/SELECT SIRES, INC.

COBETT WATERERS

*COMPMANAGEMENT, INC.

CONKLIN COMPANY

COWCO, INC.

CUSTOM CABS & TRAILERS

CUSTOM HAY FEEDERS

*DHI COOPERATIVE INC.

*DOW AGROSCIENCES

*EBY TRAILERS

*ELANCO ANIMAL HEALTH

ENGELHAUPT EMBROIDERY

FARM & DAIRY NEWSPAPER

*FARM CREDIT MID-AMERICA

FARM GIRL FACTORY

FARMHOUSE BLING

*FENNIG EQUIPMENT

FOWLER SEED MARKETING

GALLAGHER NORTH AMERICA

GENEX COOPERATIVE, INC.

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HANBY FARMS INC.

HARRISON FORD & FEATHERLITE

HASTINGS MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY

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*HUBBARD FEEDS, INC.

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JD EQUIPMENT INC.

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ROCKGRINDERS JEAN COMPANY

S & B CUSTOM INNOVATION

SALTWELL WESTERN STORE

SASS N’ STONES

SEK GENETICS, INC.

SHOW STOPPER EQUIPMENT BY VITTETOE INC.

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SMIDLEY MFG

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WELLS LIVESTOCK SERVICES

WHITE’S SHOW SUPPLY

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Trade Show Exhibitors


Visit the OCA booth for more information.

Thanks to a great continuing partner-ship with Franklin Equipment, all cur-rent OCA members have the opportunity to win big at this year’s Ohio Beef Expo. During the prize drawing on Sunday one lucky OCA member will receive a year’s use of a New Holland BR7060 Rotor baler, donated by Franklin Equipment. Current OCA members will automatically have their name entered in the drawing. Those who renew or join at the OCA membership booth located in the center of thee Expo Trade Show, Expo will also have their name entered.

Members renewing or joining at the OCA membership booth have additional incentives. J&J Steakbarn is donating a $100 gift certificate that will be drawn

for on Sunday at the membership booth. Thanks to our great Allied Industry Coun-cil partners, the first 100 to renew or join will receive gift packs. Heritage Coopera-tive is also offering $25 off their Cattle-man’s Edge program to all OCA members.

There will also be rewards for joining NCBA at the Ohio Beef Expo. Stop by the membership booth and learn more.

The drawing for the County Affiliate Recruitment Contest will also happen on Sunday in Rauch Arena. A special thanks to the Ohio Corn Marketing Program for sponsoring the winner’s choice of a grill, set of Tru-Test Scales or an equal amount toward NCBA convention registration, that a lucky county affiliate will receive as part of the Recruitment Contest.

One lucky OCA member will receive a year’s use of a

New Holland BR7060 Rotor Baler!Drawing will be Sunday, March 16

at the Expo.

Download the Expo App!Available for both iPhones and Androids, the Ohio Beef Expo app provides a complete list of trade show exhibitors, breed shows, seedstock sales, junior shows and educational seminars. The app also allows users to search for activities, view schedules, download sale catalogs and receive exclusive mobile alerts.Sponsored by Fennig Equipment

Membership Booth


Stalling Rule EnforcedJunior exhibitors should note the stalling

rules that have been changed in recent years.Therulestates:Nocattleorequip-ment are permitted on the Ohio Expo Cen-ter grounds prior to 7 a.m. on Wednesday, March 12. This means that no reserving of viaduct bays will be allowed by equipment, bedding, etc. Exhibitors wishing to stall under the viaduct will be able to stall after 7 a.m. on Wednesday on a first-come-first-serve basis. Tents will not be allowed inside the Gilligan building.

Educational Seminars Youth exhibitors will have the opportu-

nity to learn from beef industry experts during this year’s educational seminars, beginning Friday, March 14. A fitting demonstration will take place along with the Junior Show Welcome Party.

Junior Show Welcome PartyAs the junior show check-in wraps up

Friday evening, exhibitors will be wel-come to join in the Junior Show Welcome Pizza Party sponsored by Farm Credit Mid-America and STS Cattle Co. Open to all junior exhibitors, the party will com-mence at 5 p.m. on Friday, March 14 and run just prior to the fitting demonstration.

Judging ContestThe Ohio Beef Expo Judging Contest

is Saturday, March 15. Registration and team photos will begin at 8 a.m. with a registration fee of $5 per individual or $20 per team. Pre-registration is available for $15 per team and $5 per individual at www.ohiocattle.org or by contacting your county extension. Teams pre-registering must send their form to the Ohio Cattle-men’s Association office at 10600 U.S. Hwy 42, Marysville, Ohio 43040.

Teams will consist of three or four people. The three highest scores will count for team placings. Divisions will be offered for juniors (8-13) and seniors (14-18). Six classes of cattle will be evaluated and one or more classes will include questions and the use of performance data.

Lunch will be provided and awards will bepresentedat4:30p.m.inRauchArenaduring showmanship.

Beef Quality AssuranceYouth Beef Quality Assurance

training will once again be offered in conjunction with the Ohio Beef Expo. Concurrent sessions will be held on Saturday, March 15, at 1 p.m. in Rauch Arena. BQA training is a requirement for the OCA BEST program. All participants will receive documen-tation of attendance and a copy of the document will be sent to the participant’s county. Some counties may require ad-ditional certification.

Bring Your Semen TankLooking for semen for spring breeding

season? Make your purchases at the Ohio Beef Expo Semen Sale. Proceeds from the auction of more than 200 units of semen will benefit the 2014 Ohio Beef Expo Junior Show. The sale will be held Sat-urday, March 15 following the Limousin sale in Sale Ring 2. For more information about the sale, call the OCA office.

This sale will include semen from some great sires in the industry. There will also be an opportunity to purchase a semen tank donated by ABS Global or breeding kit donated by Genex. A catalog for the sale will be posted on the Expo website, www.ohiobeefexpo.com, in early March.

Junior ShowThe junior show will begin on Satur-

day, March 15 at 3 p.m. with the Expo’s showmanship contest open to all ex-hibitors. The weekend’s finale will then begin on Sunday, March 16 at 8 a.m. with the steer and heifer show.

Thanks to Our Friends at Weaver Leather

For the fourth year, the good folks at Weaver Leather will provide first-time exhibitor gifts. A big thank you goes out to all of our friends at Weaver Leather.

Saltwell Western Store - Official Expo Clothing Supplier to Award Expo Scholarship During Junior Show

Ohio Beef Expo trade show exhibitor Saltwell Western Store, operated by Sally and Jay Puzacke, will again serve as the official Expo clothing outfitter during the trade show March 14-16.

Saltwell Western Store and the Ohio Beef Expo are proud to award a $1,000 Expo Scholarship as a result of the partnership. Receiving the scholarship is Sarah Johnson, Pickaway County. The award presentation will be held during the Junior Show on Sunday, March 16.

The Expo Scholarship is awarded to a college student who is enrolled in an agricultural program or a graduating high school senior who plans to study agricul-ture at a college or university. Applica-tions for next year’s Expo Scholarship are available on www.ohiocattle.org and will be due Oct. 31, 2014.

The scholarship is funded by a percentage of sales from Expo clothing items which will consist of jackets, sweat-shirts, t-shirts and other items to be an-nounced. Expo clothing can be purchased in the trade show at the Saltwell Western Store and at the OCA booth.

Junior Show

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The Junior Show on Sunday, March 16, will be broadcast live

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Cooper ArenaSteve R. Rauch Excavation

The SocialLONGRANGESteve R. Rauch ExcavationTrupointe

Key to the ExpoJones Show Cattle

Cowboy Social HourSteve R. Rauch Excavation Cox Concessions

Expo Committee ApparelOhio’s Country Journal Correspond in a Click

Educational Seminars TechnologyFarm Credit Mid-America

Official Expo Committee Utility Vehicle SupplierFranklin Equipment

Official Expo VetZoetis

Concession Stand CupsThe Ohio Monsanto Sales Team

Official Ohio Beef Expo ProgramUnited Producers Inc.

Sale RingsSchrader Auction - Nick Cummings CAI & Kevin Wendt CAIFerguson Show Cattle - John Ferguson

Wireless Service in VoinovichExperience Columbus

Trade Show HospitalityMercer Landmark

Junior Show Welcome PartyFarm Credit Mid-AmericaSTS Cattle Co.

Judging ContestCOBA/Select SiresFayette County Cattle Feeders Assoc.University of FindlayWood County Beef Producers

Youth Beef Quality AssuranceFeeder Creek Veterinary ServiceWestfall Insurance - Agribusiness Division

Junior Show Showmanship AwardsGreen Oak Farms

Junior Show Heifer Ring High Standards Sale - Jones Show Cattle

Junior Show Market Animal Ring Garwood Cattle Company

Junior Show Make-up RingFayette County Cattle Feeders Assoc.

Junior Show Market Animal Top 5David L. Campbell Insurance Agency - Hastings Mutual

Junior Show Web Broadcast Ferguson Show CattleUmbarger Show Feeds

Junior Show Platinum SponsorPOET BiorefiningPIP Printing and Marketing Services

Junior Show Gold SponsorsHighland County Cattlemen’s Assoc.Jerry Haag Motors, IncKalmbach Feeds, IncMercer County Cattlemen’s Assoc.Miami Valley PlasticsPurina Animal Nutrition Way View Cattle Company

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Expo Sponsors


The Ohio Cattlemen’s Association invites you to join in an evening of networking with fellow cattle-men and industry leaders at the pre-Expo event, The Social,onMarch13,7:30p.m.attheCrownePlazaNorth. The Social is open to OCA membership, Expo cattle and trade show exhibitors and volunteers. It’s free to attend and, thanks to sponsors LONGRANGE, Steve R. Rauch and Trupointe, will include appetizers and drinks. We hope to see you there!

The SocialThursday, March 13 7:30 p.m. Crowne Plaza North


The Ohio Cattlemen’s Association would like to express its sincerest thanks to all

of the volunteers who have been involved in this annual industry event.

Each year, dedicated volunteers spend countless hours ensuring the success of the Ohio Beef Expo. In an effort to show the Ohio Cattlemen’s Association’s sincere appreciation for those who have dedicated themselves over the years, the Ohio Beef Expo Planning Committee presents the Friend of the Expo award to two worthy recipients who like many others have contributed to the success of the past 27 years of Expo.

Ginger NatolisGinger Natolis is one of the few people

who can say that she has exhibited every year of the Ohio Beef Expo, which is celebrating it’s 27th year. Ginger and her husband both grew up in Florida, where they met. The couple married and eventually ended up in Marietta, Ohio where her husband was a doctor. A patient of his suggested that he get in the cattle business by buying a couple of Murray Grey cows.

“We were the greenest of green-horns,” said Ginger. “I had never seen a cow until then.”

For the couple, this was the beginning of Monarch Oak Farms. Ginger often took advantage of the older generation’s knowledge, asking as many questions as she could about raising cattle and farm-ing. Ginger’s interest in cattle grew, and

she began taking their cattle to larger shows, like the World Beef Expo and the North American International Livestock Exposition. Over the years, Ginger has shown many grand champion females.

When asked about how the Beef Expo has changed over the years, Ginger has a lot of stories to tell.

“We had one garden hose hooked up in the women’s restroom, which was used for water and washing for all the cattle,”she says. She is thrilled with how the Expo has grown and expanded since then, commenting on improvements like tie-outs, more space under the viaducts and the increased supply of water.

The part of Expo that Ginger looks forward to most each year is visiting with everyone. “I like when my cattle do well, but the most important part of Expo is connecting with old friends,” said Ginger. She feels that Ohio is very fortunate to have the event held at this venue. “The people who plan the Expo do a fabulous job, and this event is an asset to the state.”

Sherie Clark, the Expo Murray Grey breed representative, said that they will miss her involvement with the breed. “There is more to Ginger than her cat-tle, but her involvement with the breed and the Expo will be greatly missed,” said Clark.

At 85 years old, this will be Ginger’s last year bringing cattle to the Expo, where she is exhibiting a cow/calf pair. She is retiring from breeding Murray Greys, but she will certainly stay in-volved by sharing her knowledge and her passion for the breed and for the Ohio Beef Expo with anyone who asks.

Sally PuzackeIt’s clear to see why Sally Puzacke de-

serves to be called a Friend of the Expo. Sally and her husband Jay own Saltwell Western Store, located in New Philadel-phia, Ohio. Sally’s parents started the store 50 years ago this past fall. When their son started bringing cattle to the Ohio Beef Expo, Sally and her husband realized that there was nothing like their

store already in the Expo trade show. They were encouraged to bring Saltwell Western store to the Expo.

Since then, their booth has certainly grown in size and scope. Many of their customers are Expo exhibi-tors, so in 2011 Sally and her husband decided they wanted to do something to give back to their customers. Working with the Ohio Cattlemen’s Foundation, they began the Saltwell Expo Scholar-ship, funded by a percentage of their sales generated through the official line of Beef Expo clothing sold at Expo. The scholar-ship is $1,000 and is given out once a year at the Expo.

Sally is excited about how the Expo has grown over the years. “On Saturday, you can’t get through the aisle way in the trade show,” said Sally. She commented on how the diversity in exhibitors has grown and that every year, she looks forward to see-ing people she only sees one time a year. “We have so many people that come to the booth every year, and we try to have new things for them each year. I just enjoy visiting with them,” said Sally.

Sally has also served on the BEST com-mittee over the years.

“The BEST program’s success is con-tributed to strong leadership, and on the forefront of innovation for the commit-tee is Sally,” said Stephanie Sindel, OCA Director of Member Services and BEST Coordinator.

“She applies the knowledge from her many areas of expertise and presents them in a manner that encourages com-mittee discussion and deliberation to truly make decisions that are best for the entire program. She has been a great role model and her willingness to always help out is so very appreciated.”

Friends of the ExpoBy Olivia Houts, OCA and Ohio Beef Council Intern

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Breed Representative Sale Manager Auctioneer Judge Angus Dan Wells Dan Wells Ron Kreis N/A Charolais Dave White N/A N/A N/A Chianina Bob Buell Tyler Humphrey Ron Kreis N/A Gelbvieh Tim Sheeley N/A N/A N/A Hereford Lisa Keets Lisa Keets Dale Stith Jenna Day Limousin Richard Boring Keith Kissee Ron Kreis Tom Turner Maine Anjou Joyce McKee/Tom Wilcox Craig Reiter Kevin Wendt N/A Mini Hereford Mark Ulrich/Mike Earick N/A N/A Ryan Harrell Murray Grey Sherie Clark N/A N/A Jeremy Barbour Shorthorn Keith Moore Cagwin Cattle Services Kevin Wendt Bruce & Amie Stertzbach Simmental Pam Haley Doug Parke Ron Kreis N/A

Sale Cattle Identified by RFID Tags - New in 2014

New for 2014 all Ohio Beef Expo Sale Cattle will be identified with RFID tags to comply with the USDA Animal Disease Traceability (ADT) rule for interstate shipment of cattle. This means that no matter what an individual state’s requirements for transporting cattle may be, potential Expo cattle buyers can be assured that they can easily ship their Expo purchases into any state. For more information contact the Ohio Beef Expo official veterinarian Dr. Lowell Midla at 937-642-2936 or see the 2014 Ohio Beef Expo health requirements at www.ohiobeefexpo.com.

BVD tests mandatoryAll cattle (from Ohio and out-of-state)

consigned to breed sales, show cattle, display breeds and Genetic Pathway cattle at the 2014 Ohio Beef Expo must be tested negative for Bovine Viral Diar-rhea (BVD) persistent infection (PI) status prior to arrival at the 2014 event. Any animals (required to be tested) arriving at the Expo without a negative

BVD PI test, will be ineligible to partici-pate in the 2014 Ohio Beef Expo and will be excused from the show grounds. Type of test and negative test results must be listed on the required health certificate and/or laboratory report of negative status pro-vided. Ohio Beef Expo junior show cattle are exempt from the BVD test requirement. (See 2014 Ohio Beef Expo health requirements at www.ohiobeefexpo.com).

Rule continued regarding health requirements for sales

Cattle in Ohio Beef Expo sales are sold into many different states and it is important that consignors keep this in mind when planning for the sales.

The lot numbers of the animals that do not meet the Ohio Beef Expo health requirements will be announced prior to each breed sale. Health papers (CVIs) will NOT be issued for cattle that do not meet the Ohio Beef Expo health requirements. These health papers are typically written at the sale’s clerking table and accompany the cattle to the new buyer’s location.

A list of the lots that do not meet the requirements will be available in the Beef Expo office by Friday at 2 p.m. For more information, go to www.ohiobeefexpo.com.

Buyer Parking - Saturday March 15For Saturday only, special trailer parking

for Ohio Beef Expo sale buyers will be available on the main part of the fair-grounds just east of the O’Neill Barn where the sale cattle are located. To access the parking area, cattle trailers should enter the fairgrounds off of 11th Avenue at the OHIO gate. So avoid the hassle and long walk to get your trailer by parking on the grounds. This special trailer parking area is expected to fill up, so plan to arrive early.

All other cattle trailers, including show and sale cattle exhibitor trailers and junior show trailers MUST park north of 17th Avenue after unloading.

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The Genetic Pathway display will once again feature the country’s best genetics. Live bulls and females will be on display between the hours of 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. daily. The Genetic Pathway area is housed in the upper part of the Voinovich Livestock Center.

Additionally the country’s top semen companies will be in the Genetic Path-way area to talk to you about ordering semen for your spring breeding needs.

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Junior Show CommitteeRyan Bapst, BeaverLuke Bihl, Washington C.H.Adam Campbell, CarlisleJess Campbell, CarlisleJ.L. Draganic, South SolonKelvin Egner, ShelbyLauren Fehlan, WoosterDave Felumlee, NewarkJohn Friedline, FarmersvilleTrish Fulmer, MansfieldAl Gahler, GraytownChris Gilbert, GreenvilleRick Harmon, Washington C.H.Kayla Hinds, ColumbusDarrin Johnston, Washington C.H.Alyssa Kitchen

Andy Korb, ColumbusJustin MooreAlexis Moser, WilmingtonTaysha Reitzel, EdonTodd Ricker, Columbus GroveBrett Rogers, Mt. Orab

Breed Shows, Displays & Sales CommitteePam Haley – Chairman - Simmental Tom Wilcox - Vice Chair - Maine-Anjou Bob Buell - Chianina Mark Ulrich - Mini Hereford Dan Wells - Angus Tim Sheeley - Gelbvieh Lisa Finnegan Keets - Hereford Joyce McKee – Maine-Anjou Keith Moore – Shorthorn Sherie Clark – Murray Gray Richard Boring – Limousin Dave White – Charolais

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Steve R. Rauch and Cox Concessions are teaming up to offer a Cowboy Happy Hour Friday, March 14 from 4 - 6 p.m. and Saturday,March15from4:30-6p.m.Thishappy hour will happen in the main aisle of the Ohio Beef Expo Trade Show and will be an event you won’t want to miss.

In addition, the Ohio Beef Expo will be hosting a silent auction throughout the Expo for OCA’s PAC (Political Action Com-mittee) fund. There will be two tables of

items with one table closing Friday at the end of the Cowboy Happy Hour and the other table closing on Saturday. The tables will be located either outside of the Trade Show Office or in the OCA membership booth. Watch www.ohiobeefexpo.com for more information.


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Ohio Department of Agriculture released grant applications for the 2014 Agricultural and Rural Com-munity Outreach Program (ARCOP). The program, jointly administered by the Ohio FFA Foundation, Ohio FFA Association and the Ohio Department of Agriculture, helps local FFA chapters finance worthy community develop-ment projects.

Local FFA chapters can submit project proposals until March 15 to the Ohio FFA Foundation. A committee will then select projects to receive grant funds ranging from $750 to $2,500. Grant win-ners will be notified by April 1.

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marizes a feeling that several of us have had at some point in our lives. The most recent time this feeling came to me was during the Christmas shopping season. I know some of you reading this can relate to the time that you’ve been looking for a special or unusual gift and wound up frustrating a sales clerk because you couldn’t provide the exact name, model, size, etc. of the product that you were looking for.

Recently, fast-food giant McDonald’s provided a similar type of frustration to the beef industry when it announced they will begin purchasing verifiable sustain-able beef in 2016. It came as no surprise that many in the cattle business wondered exactly what McDonald’s meant by “sus-tainable beef.” After all, the definition of “sustainable” beef is far from universally understood or agreed-upon. In their an-nouncement, McDonald’s failed to specify how much sustainable beef it will begin sourcing or how quickly the fast-food behemoth might ramp up its purchase of the sustainable beef.

McDonald’s isn’t the only player bringing a ball to this game. Last year, Wal-Mart announced an expanded beef industry program will include guidelines on land stewardship, water quality and reduced feed and manure emissions to be implemented by the end of 2016. The fact that these two large customers of the beef industry are discussing the sustainability of beef production should not be taken lightly.

Other groups are looking at addressing the beef sustainability issue. A collabora-tive effort of these concerned groups has come together in the form of the Global Roundtable for Sustainable Beef (GRSB). TheGRSBconsistsoffiveconstituencies:

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tion will be a daunting task. We have a large number of beef producers raising animals in wide ranging environmental conditions in this country and around the globe. There is not going to be a simple, one size fits all answer when defining sustainability standards. It is encouraging to see some of the early discussions on sustainability looking at the possibility of adopting a regionalized approach to allow for many various en-vironments and systems associated with beef production.

I realize that it is easy to dismiss the importance of all these discussions about sustainable beef production. Many may look at this as the latest crisis created by non-agricultural interests. I know we have grown weary of the attacks on mod-ern agriculture in general and the beef industry in particular. We rationalize that these attacks are from radical groups that want to see the elimination of animal agriculture and that the public doesn’t understand the “science” behind modern agricultural production.

However, I believe the whole discus-sion of sustainable beef production can actually be a positive for the long-term health and prosperity of the entire beef industry. It can be a positive for us if we individually and collectively become involved in the sustainability discus-sion and respect input from outside sources. It would be foolish to think that we can’t make improvements to our production systems. Until proven otherwise, I will choose to believe that a group such as the GRSB will be promoting the improvement of beef production systems, not the elimination of the beef industry.

I believe that there will be a place for many different modes of modern beef production in the future. They may conventional, grass-fed, organic, or any other accepted production system. The consumer will always want a variety of choices in making their food purchases. They will also want these food choices to be safe and wholesome, affordable, and produced with minimal impacts to the environment. The challenge will be finding a balance between increasing beef production to meet the needs of a grow-ing population in a socially acceptable manner. The beef industry must meet this challenge head-on if we are to have a place in meeting the nutritional needs of consumers in the future. v

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Cattlemen and women gathered Febru-ary 5 at the 2014 Cattle Industry Conven-tion and National Cattlemen’s Beef As-sociation Trade Show to hear CattleFax market analysts’ projections for the year ahead. Creighton University Professor Emeritus Art Douglas told the audience he expects improved moisture conditions in the majority of the United States, including improvements of the drought-affected areas of the west coast.

As precipitation returns back to more normal levels for the 2014 growing season, CattleFax predicts farmers in the U.S. should grow an adequate corn crop to build the carry over supply. The improved corn supplies should assure lower corn/input costs over the next 12-24 months, according to CattleFax Grain Market Analyst Mike Murphy.

“The lower input cost will have a direct correlation to improved feeder cattle and calf values in 2014 and with continued help from Mother Nature, we will be in better shape with regard to hay supply and prices moving forward,” Murphy said.

Global Market Specialist Brett Stuart indicated that beef exports are expected to be near even in 2014 with record high prices being the limiting factor. At the same time, expectations are for beef imports to be near even, despite the need for 90 percent trim due to the expected lower non-fed slaughter rates in the U.S. The driving factor for stagnant imports is the growth of China demand for global beef which will continue to divert beef from Australia into the China market and away from the U.S. market.

CattleFax Senior Analyst Kevin Good indicated the combination of improved moisture conditions resulting in lower input costs and record high calf values should lead to beef cow herd expansion beginning in 2014.

Beef production in the U.S. will fall, with per-capita supply declining 4.5 percent. However, he said the pork and poultry supplies are expected to increase, leaving total meat supplies near even.

CattleFax projects the Retail Beef Demand Index will improve by one percent due to continued modest economic growth.

“As we think about our consumers today, not only domestically but globally, they’re a lot more diverse than they have been in past,” Good said. “We’ve got dif-ferent customers with different prefer-ences and different pockets books.”

Good said because of the continued tighter feeder cattle supply, the margin segments of the beef production system, both feed yards and packers, will struggle with excess capacity. Look for continued closure of both packing and feeding enti-ties over the next 12-24 months.

Prices are expected to average $135 compared to $126 during 2013, an in-crease of seven percent. Yearling prices are expected to average $168, an increase of 13 percent from the 2013 average of $146. According to Good, calf prices will average $193, up 13 percent from last year’s average of $168.

“After years of tightening supplies, the cow-calf sec-tor will again remain in the driver’s seat during 2014,” Good said.

CattleFax CEO Randy Blach sum-marized the year ahead by saying almost all seg-ments of the production chain will be profitable, although mar-gin operators will continue to face chal-lenges over the next few years.

Blach remains optimistic for the long-term cattle industry as the profit incen-tives will result in a larger U.S. cattle herd over the next five years, creating business opportunities for those willing to adapt to a dynamic and changing busi-ness environment.

“You can start to see the globalization of the protein markets from the 1990’s on,” Blach said. “We have the most ef-ficient production system in the world and we are the largest exporter of protein onto the global market.”

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membership meetings. Bob McCan of Victoria, Texas, succeeded Scott George as NCBA president during the associa-tion’s board of directors meeting.

McCan encouraged NCBA members to join him in leading this great indus-try—and the association—to an even stronger future.

“It is a great honor to be elected to lead NCBA for the next year. A strong future lies ahead of us with endless opportuni-ties for U.S. cattlemen and women,” said McCan. “There are many issues that need our attention, and my goal is to bring unity to our efforts to address them. In addition, I look forward to meet-ing cattlemen throughout the country to hear their concerns and work to make our industry as successful as it can be.”

The new NCBA President Elect is Philip Ellis of Wyoming. Tracy Brunner of Kansas is NCBA’s new vice president. Cevin Jones of Idaho was elected chair-man of the NCBA Federation Division, and Jennifer Houston of Tennessee is the Federation Division’s vice chair. The new NCBA Policy Division chairman is Craig Uden of Nebraska and Kevin Kester of California is the new policy vice chairman.

In addition to electing the new officer team on the final day of the convention, committees and the Board of Directors also voted on policy issues, including resolutions on cattle health and well-being; cattle marketing and international trade; federal lands ranching and more.

A record-setting number of over 8,200 cattlemen and women attended the in-dustry’s convention. This year’s conven-tion participants heard from industry leaders, gathered insight on industry trends, met with their fellow cattlemen and women, and enjoyed a night at the Grand Ole Opry in the heart of Nashville.

The NCBA Trade Show was the larg-est ever this year with more than 300 exhibitors. New to the Trade Show this year was two education areas on the show floor with a demonstration area for live animals and a learning lounge for classroom-style presentations. These areas focused on valuable educational tips and Beef CheckOff-funded Beef Quality Assurance program Stockman-ship and Stewardship.

All coverage from the 2014 Cattle Industry Convention and NCBA Trade Show can be seen at www.beefusa.org, along with on NCBA’s Facebook and Twitter pages.

OCA Board of Directors

Elected directors pictured from left are Stan Smith, District 9; Joe Foster, District 12; Pete Conkle, District 3; J.L. Draganic, At-Large; and Pam Haley, District 6.

The 2014 OCA officers pictured from left are President, Frank Phelps, Belle Center; Vice President, Joe Foster, Gallipolis; Treasurer and NCBA Director, Jim Rogers, Logan; Member At-Large, Stan Smith, Canal Winchester; and Past President Sam Sutherly, Troy.

Ohio Cattlemen’s Foundation 2014 officers were elected at the December meeting. Pictured from left are Sam Sutherly, Troy, president; Pam Haley, West

Salem, vice president; and Elizabeth Harsh, OCA Executive Director who serves as secretary/treasurer.

OCA Directors and OfficersNew Directors

In a recent mail ballot election held in November, Ohio Cattlemen’s Association members elected their representatives to the OCA Board of Directors. Elected forathree-yeartermareasfollows:J.LDraganic, South Solon, Director At-Large; Pete Conkle, Hanoverton, District 3; and Joe Foster, Gallipolis, District 12. Pam Haley, West Salem, District 6; and Stan Smith, Canal Winchester, District 9, were re-elected to serve another three-year term.

Executive CommitteeThe Board of Directors met Decem-

ber 17 at the OCA office in Marysville. The new directors held elections for the

executive committee. Frank Phelps of Belle Center was elected as president of the board. Joe Foster will serve as vice president and Jim Rogers of Logan was re-elected as treasurer and NCBA direc-tor. Stan Smith was re-elected to serve as the member at-large. Sam Sutherly, Troy, will serve as the past president.

Retiring DirectorsRetiring from the OCA Board of Direc-

tors were Francis Fluharty, Wooster; Kris Vincent, East Canton; and Dave Kline, Ironton. The OCA Board of directors and staff thanked the retirees and presented them with a plaque in appreciation of their service and dedication to the OCA.

Past President Sam Sutherly presents retiring director Kris Vincent, East Canton a plaque in appreciation of his service to OCA. Not pictured are retiring directors Francis Fluharty, Wooster; and Dave Kline, Ironton. The OCA Board of directors and staff thanked the retirees for their dedication to the OCA.

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Story and photos by Amy Beth Graves

Seedstock Producer of the YearRod and Laurie Ferguson put customers first at their registered Angus operation

Always give customers more than what they pay for.”

Rod Ferguson has carried this saying and philosophy from his father from childhood to adulthood, applying it every-where, whether it’s at his Angus opera-tion or veterinary clinic.

“The cattle operation is a family affair started by my dad who had the foresight to recognize the importance of farm life for us as kids,” Ferguson said. “I can’t tell you how much I look back at my farm background. It affects everything I do.”

Rod and his wife, Laurie, are owners of Chippewa Valley Angus Farms, the Ohio Cattlemen’s Association’s 2014 Seedstock Producer of the Year. The couple have been raising registered Angus cattle at their farm near Rittman since 1991.

The operation started out small – just 56 acres and five heifers. Today it consists of 250 Angus cattle – about 100 cows – and 365 acres spread out over four farms. The

farm’s location in the rolling hills of Wayne County is ideal because not only is it sce-nic, but it’s just 15 miles away from Akron Veterinary Referral and Emergency Center. Rod established the multi-specialty referral hospital, which has 60 employees and 25 veterinarians associated with it. Working up to 14 hours a day, four days a week at the clinic is demanding for Rod, which is why he looks forward to returning home to his cattle. The hands-on chores act as a mental release for him.

“It’s hard for people who haven’t experi-enced it to understand the comfort you feel when the cows come in to eat or you see babies being born,” he said. “The vets at the clinic say all the time that when I come back after a weekend of hauling manure that I’m in a better mood. They don’t get that when you come in at night and you’re stinky and dirty and tired and after you take a shower, you are all relaxed. You’re maybe physically tired but the emotional

stuff is gone.” The start of the Fer-

guson family’s Angus operation started with the sale of a pony. Rod, 13 at the time, never had time to ride the animal and decided to sell it. Whenever he was at county fairs, he always felt drawn to the registered show cattle and decided that’s what he wanted to invest in.

The bred heifer cost $300 and his father paid for half of it. When she had a calf in the spring, Rod’s father made a comment that forever changed the family’s cattle operation in East Liverpool.

“He said ‘You know, it doesn’t cost any more to keep her than it does the other cows and she’s a lot better quality. I think we should sell some of these oth-er cows and buy some registered cows’ and that was the start of our registered herd ,” Rod said.

After that, the family bought six more heifers and one bull and their offspring were successfully shown in 4-H by Rod and one of his sisters. Rod’s love of tak-ing care of those Angus cattle turned into a career. He graduated from Ohio State University in 1967 with a degree in veterinary medicine. He worked in a private practice in Ohio before heading out west where he eventually became the head of small animal surgery at Kansas State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine. At the same time, two of Rod’s sisters were developing well respected Angus herds of their own in Kansas and becoming active in the Angus industry.

“We’ve done things differently because of the direction my folks gave us. Part of it was doing things together as a family on the farm. It kept us out of trouble and kept us together as a family,” Rod said, noting that he and his five siblings became the first generation to attend college.

A desire to return to Ohio and open up his own practice led Rod to north-

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The cattle are fed only hay and silage and are all guaranteed.

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Future plans for the farm are to scale back on the number of cattle and con-tinue to focus on improving genetics. Rod would like to shift more of his time from the clinic to the farm where his young grandchildren enjoy coming to visit.

“We’re not going to slow down but cut back on our numbers. We want to continue to raise the best quality cattle we can,” Rod said.

“It would be nice for him to enjoy the farm more,” Laurie said of her husband. “I would say that’s what grounds him – it all goes back to family.”

The couple were both humbled and proud to be named seedstock producer of the year. Laurie echoed the philoso-phy of her father-in-law when describ-ing her reaction.

“We always try to do our best and treat our customers well,” she said. “We certainly weren’t looking for it. It’s given us confidence that we are doing something right and it all goes back to customer service.”

eastern Ohio. His wife didn’t grow up on a farm but shared Rod’s enthusiasm for starting their own cattle operation by acquiring cows with known, proven Angus genetics from Rod’s dad and his sister Jan in Kansas.

“I always felt I should be on a farm. It was just something in me,” said Laurie, a retired banker who takes care of the clin-ic’s bookkeeping. “We had some acreage but not animals other than a dog. I would go out in the winter and mark off where the barns were and pretend to feed my animals and then come in for breakfast. I thought that was the most awesome thing to do -- go take care of your chores first and then come in for a good breakfast.”

With Rod working long hours at his clinic, the Fergusons rely on herdsman Scott Lehman and assistant herdsman Matt Brown to run the farm. The two are the perfect match. Scott is very organized and driven while Matt is more laid back with good ideas, Rod said.

“I can’t tell you how comforting it is to have them. They know the cattle really well and you can trust their ideas and that they will get things done without you having to ride them every day,” Rod said, pointing out that both are graduates of OSU’s Agricultural Technical Institute.

At Chippewa Valley Angus Farms, calv-ing runs from Jan. 15 to March 1. About 80 percent are AI sired and high quality natural service sires finish the breeding. In the summer, 50 cow-calf pairs are kept on 50 acres, rotating every four to five days among paddocks, and only fed grass, hay or silage. Each animal is freeze branded with the Chippewa Valley logo. The farm’s herd has been in the top 10 in Ohio for registrations with the American Angus Association, and the couple works closely with Certified Angus Beef.

“We work hard to meet our customers’ needs. They want cattle that calve easily and bulls that perform well. Our bulls are genetically predictable, which is very important to us,” Rod said.

For years the cattle were sold at sales in Hillsboro and Muskingum but with so many repeat customers, most are now sold through private treaty, which cuts down on costs and helps build relation-ships with customers.

One of Rod’s biggest concerns for the livestock industry is the public’s percep-tion of agriculture and how animals are raised and treated.

“I think the humane issues are going to be one of our biggest challenges. I don’t like to keep bringing it up but we need to educate a public where 90 percent are not farmers,” he said. “We need people to understand normal husbandry and put things in a light that they better under-stand because they vote the same as you and I and if they go by misinformation, then our future is not long.”

The Fergusons rely on herdsman Scott Lehman and assistant herdsman Matt Brown to keep their herd healthy.

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Ohio Angus Super Star Sale2014

Kingsway Lutton 244 - Headlining an impressive set of herd bull prospects is this powerful two-year-old son of Plainview Lutton

E102. Consigned by Kingsway Angus, Tiffin, OH.

SCC PVF Corona Queen 613 - The well-known Stertzbach Cattle Co. donor. Selling an April 2013 daughter sired by SAV Brilliance

8077. Consigned by Crowe Farms, West Alexandria, OH.

Offering an elite set of Bred Females, Show Heifers & Herd Bull Prospects

including these sale features!

Ohio Beef Expo - Ohio State Fairgrounds - Columbus, Ohio

Saturday • March 15, 2014 • 12 Noon

For more information or to request a sale book contact: Dan Wells

740-505-3843 • [email protected]

Consignors:Kingsway Angus

HFS AngusParadise Cattle Co.

Creek Side Farms/Omega FarmsRains Angus

Kasler Cattle Co.Gahler Farms

Atterholt FarmsPebblecreek Angus

Cranmer FarmsEgner Farms AngusLuckey Lane Angus

Copper Creek Canyon Cattle Co.Pleasant View Farm

Dadosky FarmCrowe Farms

Woodside FarmTroussaint River Angus Farm

ORDC-MansfieldDavis Cattle Co.

Haines Angus FarmWayView Cattle Co.

Hanlin FarmsHomecroft Farm


Saturday, April 5, 20147 pm Union Stockyards, Hillsboro, Ohio

For a sale catalog visit turkeyrunangus.com OR call or email to request a catalog to be mailed to you.

Kent & Joy Bauman Family(H) 937-587-5279 (C) 937-217-6778 E-mail: [email protected] 13270 State Route 348 Otway, OH 45657 turkeyrunangus.com

Guest Consignor Lucky Lane Farm, Hillsboro, OHDavid and Kay Ayers (H) 937-393-6512 (C) 937-763-6512 Kent Ayers (H) 937-763-6513 Brad Keirns, Herdsman (H) 740-645-7052

year to help students fund community projects that teach them the value of giving back to their communities while gaining experience as agricultural leaders.”

Last year, 13 local FFA chapters were awarded funding for projects in a vari-ety of areas including agriculture and emergency safety training, agricultural science, animal welfare, and targeting hunger needs of school children and rural populations.

“With the success of the 2013 projects, Ohio FFA is looking forward to working with our partners to help fund another round of diverse, worthwhile community projects,” said FFA Foundation Director Melissa Bell.

The program is funded by a $38,000 grant provided by the Ohio Department of Agriculture through the Ohio Rural Rehabilitation fund. For more informa-tion on grant guidelines or to apply, visit ohioffa.org/foundation/foundation-news/.

Ohio Ag Council Accepting Nominations for Hall of Fame

Induction into the Ohio Agricultural Hall of Fame is Ohio’s highest recognition of an individual who has made outstand-ing contributions to the agricultural

Continued from pg 41industry. Each year up to four prominent agricultural lead-ers are honored and inducted into the Ohio Agricultural Hall of Fame for their superior service, dedication, leadership and contributions to agriculture.

Persons wishing to nominate an individ-ual who he or she be-lieves is deserving of consideration for this honor may down-load the nomination form from the Ohio Agricultural Coun-cil website, www.ohioagcouncil.org, or by contacting 614-794-8970 or [email protected]. Nominations must be received by March 31, 2014 in order to be eligible for consider-ation in 2014.v


and the Ohio State Fair participated in the convention in Columbus.

Madison County to Host Beef Management Clinic

Madison County Cattlemen’s Associa-tion will host a Beef Management Clinic onMarch26,2014from6:30-9p.m.atthe Madison County Engineer’s Office.

Presentations include body condi-tion management and parasite control by John Grimes, OSU Extension Beef Coordinator, and beef herd grazing and pasture management by Bob Hender-shot, grazing specialist.

The clinic is open to any interested person and is free to Madison County Cattlemen’s Association members. Reg-istration is $10 by March 19 and $15 at the door. For more information and to register contact Quinton Keeran at 740-808-3381.v

County Cattle Call County affiliate forms & info can be found at:

www.ohiocattle.org

Allen CountyOhio Department of Agriculture David

T. Daniels presented a certificate of recognition to the Allen County Cattle-men’s Association for their outstanding service to the Allen County Fair. The association received one of six special awards given by Director Daniels for outstanding service. The cattlemen raise funds through their food booth at the Allen County Fair to help with facility improvements and beef programing.

President Joe Sanders and members accepted the certificate on behalf of the association. The presenta-tion was made during the

Members of the Allen County Cattlemen’s Association are presented a certificate of recognition on behalf of the organization for its service to the Allen County Fair. Pictured front row from left are Austin Pohlman and Alan Hefner. Pictured back row from left are Joe Sanders, Director David Daniels, Dave Mayer and Denny Pohlman.

annual meeting of Ohio’s 94 agricultural societies at the Ohio Fair Managers As-sociation convention. Fair board delegates from Ohio’s county and independent fairs

Saturday, March 15, 2014Ohio State FairgroundsColumbus, OhioShow: 12:30 p.m. • Friday, March 14thSale: 10:00 a.m. • Saturday, March 15thKevin Wendt, Auctioneer

Cagwin Cattle Services, LLCP.O. Box 77 • Virginia, Illinois 62691Office: 217-452-3051 • Fax: 217-452-3053Don Cagwin cell: 217-341-7552Cindy Cagwin-Johnston: 217-452-3056

Ohio Shorthorn Association Representative:Keith MooreDecatur, Ohio • 937-763-2132

Shorthorn Country Representative:Darryl Rahn, 217-473-1124

View catalog online atwww.shorthorncountry.net or

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Cagwin Cattle Services, LLCP.O. Box 77 • Virginia, Illinois 62691Office: 217-452-3051 • Fax: 217-452-3053Don Cagwin cell: 217-341-7552Cindy Cagwin-Johnston: 217-452-3056

Ohio Shorthorn Association Representative:Keith MooreDecatur, Ohio • 937-763-2132

Shorthorn Country Representative:Darryl Rahn, 217-473-1124

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OCA and OBC Welcomes Spring Semester Interns

Gabriela Beni, Beef ImprovementGabriela Beni, Twinsburg, is serving as

this year’s Beef Improvement Intern. Her responsibilities include assisting in planning Beef 509, Ohio Beef Expo preparation and organizing the OCA Seedstock Improve-ment Sale. Beni is the daughter of Frank and Georgianna , and is a senior at Ohio State University majoring in agricultural com-munication with a minor in agronomy. She is active in Agricultural Communica-tors of Tomorrow, Buckeye Dairy Club, and is currently writing for the Ohio State Agrinaturalist this year.

“It is amazing to see the pride of the OCA members,” Beni said. “This experi-ence is not only teaching me about the

industry, but it is an opportunity to grow as a person and student.”

Megan Harris, Member ServicesMegan Harris, of Springfield, Ohio,

is the Member Services Intern. Her re-sponsibilities include organizing the County Recruitment Contest and preparing for the 2014 Ohio Beef Expo. She is a Animal Bioscience student at Ohio State University and is the daughter of Iain and Lori Harris. She is involved in OSU Pre-Vet Club, the Agricultural Business Club and the Na-tional Agrimarketing Association Team.

“I’m so excited to play a part in Ohio Cattleman’s Association this spring. Being the Member Services Intern will

enable me to interact with some of the finest cattlemen in Ohio, and will greatly enrich my knowledge of Ohio’s agricul-tural industry. I’m blessed and optimistic about this opportunity.”

Olivia Houts, Public RelationsOlivia Houts, of Celina, Ohio, is serv-

ing as this year’s Public Relations intern. Her duties will include being responsible for the Ohio Beef Expo press releases and well as website updates. She also as-sisted with the Annual Meeting and produc-ing the Ohio Cattle-man magazine. Houts, the daughter of Mark and Michelle Houts, is an agricultural communication major in her junior year at The Ohio State


University. She is active in the Buckeye Dairy Club, Agricultural Communicators of Tomorrow, and is on the Scarlet and Gray Ag Day planning committee.

“I am excited to be working somewhere where I get to utilize the skills I am learn-ing in my classes,” said Houts. “I also enjoy meeting new people and making connections within this industry.”

Kayla Nicholson, Industry RelationsKayla Nicholson, of Athens, Ohio, is

serving as the Industry Relations Intern. Her responsibilities include assisting with the annual meet-ing and organizing the Ohio Beef Expo Trade Show. The daughter of Brian and Kerry Nicholson, she is a se-nior at The Ohio State University majoring in Animal Science. She is active in the Sigma Alpha professional agricultural sorority where she serves on the sisterhood com-mittee, the Saddle and Sirloin Club, and is a 4-H advisor in her hometown.

“With this internship, I’m eager to gain more knowledge about the beef industry, improve my communication skills, and increase my networking opportunities .”

Amber Shoemaker, Youth ActivitiesAmber Shoemaker, of Louisville, Ohio,

majoring in agriculture communications and animal science at Ohio State University is serving as the Youth Activities Intern. Shoemaker will assist in planning the 2013-2014 BEST Show Season, and the 2014 Ohio Beef Expo Junior Show. Transferring from Ohio State-ATI Shoemaker takes advantage of all op-portunities main campus has to offer. She is active in Sigma Alpha a professional sorority, Agricultural Communicators of Tomorrow, Saddle and Sirloin, and also AgriBusiness Club. Amber is the daugh-ter of Keith and Dawn Shoemaker.

“Being a part of the BEST program has been one of my highlights, working with the youth and watching them grow into advocates and developing great friendship through the program. I have made great friendships across state from the BEST program and now we are all attending The Ohio State University.”

Ian Van Kirk, BEST ProgramIan Van Kirk, from Alexandria, Ohio, is

the BEST Program intern. He is a student at Ohio State University-ATI majoring in Animal Science specializing in beef produc-tion.After graduation from The Ohio State University Van Kirk plans to begin his career in beef genetics in order to improve the beef industry. He is the son of Mikey and Jenny Sue Bilderback.

“I really enjoy being a part of the BEST program because I am able to work with the exhibitors and help them while they are showing in the ring. Also, working in the ring gives me a great view of the cattle and allows me to watch them change as the season progresses. Interning with the Ohio Cattlemen’s Association has been excellent networking and has greatly improved my social skills.” Van Kirk would like to thank everybody at the Ohio Cattlemen’s Associa-tion for the opportunity as well as everyone who participates in the BEST program for another great show season. v


BQA Certification Offer for Beef and Dairy Producers

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For a second year, your checkoff-funded Beef Quality Assurance (BQA) program is giving you the chance to become certified for free thanks to a partnership with Boeh-ringer Ingelheim Vetmedica, Inc. (BIVI) and the Beef Cattle Institute (BCI) housed at Kansas State University. The cost of BQA certification is normally $25 to $50; however, from Feb. 3, through April 15, 2014, Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica, Inc. (BIVI) will defray the cost of the certification or recertification, making it free. Visit www.bqa.org/team or www.BIVI-BQA.com to get started.

“BQA provides cattlemen with practical management tools they need to produce safe, high-quality beef for our consum-ers, says Ryan Ruppert, senior director of Beef Quality Assurance. “BQA also helps discover practices which can improve ef-ficiency and ultimately, profitability.”

“One of the challenges that beef produc-ers face is having all of their employees become BQA certified,” says Dr. Jerry Woodruff, professional services veterinar-ian with Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica, Inc. “BIVI’s partnership with BQA helps offset some of those expenses, and we encourage producers and their employees to use the online training programs.”

The beef industry has embraced BQA because it is the right thing to do, and certification is the next step to show your commitment to producing the best beef possible. In 2013, more than 3,500 producers took advantage of the Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica Inc.’s support of BQA online certification. BIVI sponsorship of the program again in 2014 demonstrates the company’s commitment to improving the industry and telling consumers about the sound production practices most cattlemen use every day.

The BQA online programs are custom-ized for cow/calf, stocker, feedlot and dairy operations. Developed and man-aged by the independent Beef Cattle

Institute, these easy-to-use modules teach sound management techniques that can be applied to their operations. They also help cattle operations tell their story to consumers who might not understand all

of the safety measures cattlemen take in producing the food on the table.

Visit www.BQA.org/team or www.BIVI-BQA.com. For information about your beef checkoff, visit MyBeefCheckoff.com.


John, Joanie, Lindsey & Lauren Grimes 2594 State Route 73 • Hillsboro, OH 45133 • (937) 764-1198 • John’s Cell: (937) 763-6000 • Fax: (937) 764-1617 [email protected] • www.MaplecrestFarms.com • Ben Wheeler: (606) 301-1961 • Scott Winkle: (937) 681-1550

• Performance tested• Sired by Angus

& Simmental breed leaders• Full sibs and flush mates

to the young females that sell in the fall

• Complete EPDs and performance data

• Tested negative for PI-BVD• Cert. & accredited TB

and Brucellosis free

Selling 60 Angus & Sim-Angus Bulls5 2-year-olds • 40 18-month-olds • 15 Spring yearlings

If you are looking to make significant genetic improvements to your present operation, don’t miss the opportunities presented March 10!

Visit www.MaplecrestFarms.com for video, sale book and more.

Maplecrest Confidence J2106 • Angus • Lot 1 • +17576850 • BD: 8/19/12Sire: Connealy Confidence 0100 • Dam: Maplecrest Blackcap 6P564 (TC Total 410)

This elite herd sire prospect exemplifies what our breeding program is all about. We believe you can combine a superior EPD profile with excellent phenotype in one package and J2106 does exactly that. He is

sired by the popular Select Sires member and Maplecrest senior herd sire Connealy Confidence, out of one of the most meaningful donor females in the history of our program. A maternal sister was the $15,000 top selling bred heifer in our 2012 sale and a full sister was the $13,000 top selling bred heifer in our 2013 sale.

Maplecrest Confidence J3012 • Angus • Lot 3 • 17670808 • BD: 1/7/13Sire: Connealy Confidence 0100 • Dam: Maplecrest Rita A0213 (GAR Predestined)

This outstanding yearling son of Confidence offers superior calving ease and excellent carcass traits in a very attractive package. His dam is a daughter of the legendary Predestined. His second dam is a full sister to the dam of the very popular Select Sires member, GAR Prophet. Here are proven genetics for

the most discriminating buyer.

Maplecrest P2Dream 301A 3/4 Simmental 1/4 Angus • Lot 9

2738036 • BD: 1/3/13Sire: CNS Pays to Dream T759

Dam: M.A.C. Miss Tess 908W (Meyer Ranch 734)The first yearling Sim-Angus bull in the sale is

another excellent baldie for your consideration. This bull possesses extra length of body with added muscle. He

comes by his good looks naturally as his dam, 908W, is a past Ohio State Fair and Simmental Sweepstakes Grand Champion

Cow-Calf Pair. A maternal sister to 301A was the $4,500 top selling Sim-Angus bred heifer in our 2013 sale.

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Keeney’s CornerABC Genetics Private Treaty bull sale beginning Feb. 20, 2014After thirty years, we have reached the fi nal segment of our journey on the road to greater consistency and predictability in maternal parent stock . As a refl ection of this accomplishment, there is no longer a reason to have a public auction; all of our bulls are the same price and priced relative to April live futures; currently 1500 x $1.30 = $1950. While some phenotypic differences will always exist in a breeding line, the genotype is such that no recognizable difference in breeding value exists in our bulls. Our selection priority has been for the maternal components of improved profi tability; fertility {a 96% preg rate on all 250 spring calving 2013 females}, fewer problems, and effi ciency of production by breeding and utilizing complimentary types in commercial production.Our bulls are for sale exclusively to commercial producers; the only thing a registered breeder could accomplish with our cattle is dilute any prepotency. An understanding of closer breeding and of the need to separate selection into maternal/paternal lines as done by competing meat species is imperative to appreciating our program. Those still clinging to traditional phenotypic selection may come early and privately sort until satisfi ed; but rest assured that the last bull chosen in a pen has the same potential breeding value. All bulls will pass a breeding soundness test; any further guarantees are in the price and the pedigree is in the name Keeney Angus. The sale begins Feb 20, 2014; bulls can remain here until May 1, 2014 at the purchase price. We sell bulls over a number of states; and help arrange delivery at cost. Volume discount. Further information and cattle breeding discussion can be found at www. keeneyscorner.com.

Keeney Angus5893 Hwy. 80 West • Nancy, Ky. 42544 • 5 mi. W of Somerset on Hwy. 80

606/636-6500 • e-mail: [email protected] www.keeneyscorner.com

Beef BriefsOSU Livestock Judging Team Begins 2014 Season

The Ohio State University Livestock Judging Team began the 2014 season at the National Western Stock Show (NWSS) in Denver, Colorado. On Janu-ary 16-17, 2014, OSU participated in the livestock contest and the carload contest.

The team set an OSU record by finish-ing seventh overall out of 22 teams in the livestock contest. The team finished in the top ten teams for all divisions at a major contest for the first time, under the direction of Coach Kyle Culp.

Levi Criswell, Marion, Ohio, paced the team finishing 11th overall, just one point shy of the top ten. Criswell tied for tenth in oral reasons, to become Culp’s first stu-dent to win a species at a major contest. Tonya Fender, Lynchburg, Ohio, finished fourth in swine, while Zach Bartenslager, Lewisburg, West Virginia, tallied an overall ranking of 16th. Courtney Tarvin, Mt. Olivet, Kentucky, and Jacob Ruffing, Republic, Ohio, completed the record-setting livestock team.

Cody Shafer, Eaton, Ohio, Lydia Ulry, Johnstown, Ohio, and Megan Hunker, Bellevue, Ohio, joined Bartenslager and Ruffing to make their mark in the carload contest, which consisted of 23 teams. It is the only contest of its kind in the world. The team placed fourth overall, another OSU best. Ruffing scored 341 out of 350 points to become OSU’s first high indi-vidual in the event.

OSU Livestock Judging Team Named Reserve Champions in Mississippi

The Ohio State Livestock Judging Team captured reserve championship honors at the Dixie National intercol-legiate beef judging contest in Jackson, Miss. OSU finished second in each categoryofthecontest:Brahmancattle,Continental cattle, English cattle, market steers and oral reasons.

Courtney Tarvin, Mt. Olivet, Ky., led OSU with a ninth place finish, earning second place in Continental cattle and sixth in market steers. Levi Criswell, Marion, Ohio, rounded out the top ten individuals in the contest, while finishing ninth in the English division. Two points behind Criswell was Zach Bartenslager, Lewisburg, W. Va., who was awarded second in market steers. Other students

receiving individual honors included Ja-cob Ruffing, Repub-lic, Ohio, seventh in Continentals, Lydia Ulry, Johnstown, Ohio, eighth in mar-ket steers, Megan Hunker, Bellevue, Ohio, and Tonya Fender, Lynchburg, Ohio, finished tenth in Brahman and English cattle, respectively.

OSU Livestock Judging Team Reception & Recognition Banquet

The Ohio State University Livestock and Meats Judging Teams Reception will be held on March 22, 2014. This event will be held at the DoubleTree Hotel Ballroom in Columbus, Ohio and will

include a silent auction, live auction and banquet. For more information or to R.S.V.P., please contact Joan Jerauld at [email protected] or Kyle Culp at [email protected].

The OSU Livestock Judging Team at the National Western Stock Show pictured front row from left are Zach Bartenslager, Lewisburg, West Virginia; Courtney Tarvin, Mt. Olivet, Kentucky; Levi Criswell, Marion, Ohio; Tonya Fender, Lynchburg, Ohio; and Jacob Ruffing, Republic, Ohio. Back row from left are Coach Kyle Culp; Lydia Ulry, Johnstown, Ohio; Cody Shafer, Eaton, Ohio; Megan Hunker, Bellevue, Ohio; and Assistant Coach Emily Limes, Bowling Green, Ohio.

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Breed NewsAngus AchievementsCaroline Miller Earns Junior Bronze and Silver Awards

Caroline Miller, Lindsey, Ohio, has earned the Na-tional Junior Angus Associa-tion’s (NJAA) Bronze and Silver awards, according to Jaclyn Upperman, junior activities director of the American Angus Associa-tion® in Saint Joseph, Mo.

The 18-year-old daughter of David and Cheryl Miller attends Fremont Ross High School and is a member of the NJAA, the Ohio Junior Angus Association, where she has served as secretary, and the Black Swamp Junior Angus Association, where she has served as treasurer.

She has participated in local, state, regional and national shows and show-manship contests. At the National Junior

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Angus Show (NJAS), Miller partici-pated in the team fitting, quiz bowl and prepared public speaking contests. She also participated in the 2011 and 2012 mentoring program and the RaIsing the Bar conference in 2012.

The Bronze and Silver awards are the first two levels of the NJAA Recognition Program that began in 1972. Junior An-gus breeders must apply for the awards, then meet point requirements in many areas of participation before receiving the honors. Applicants are evaluated in areas of junior Angus association activities and leadership, participation in showman-ship, contests and shows, using perfor-mance testing to improve their herd and their progress in producing and merchan-dising Angus cattle.

Hereford HappeningsHereford Hall of Fame, Merit Inductees Honored

Conard and Nancy Stitzlein of Mo-hican Farms, Glenmont, Ohio, were inducted into the Hereford Hall of Fame Nov. 1 in Kansas City, Mo., during the American Hereford Association (AHA) Annual Meeting.

The Stitzleins have been in the purebred Hereford busi-ness since 1963, but Conard’s dad bought the farm and the first Herefords in 1937. Then in 1953, Conard and Nancy purchased their place and raised commercial cattle until the early ’60s. At the time they kept their herd relatively small, as Conard was busy with a growing metals business and Nancy was shoul-dering most of the cattle work along with raising children.

In 1977 they purchased the Mountain Meadow herd. They hired professional help and started showing on a national level. After enjoying some suc-cess, they expanded to the West, as they already had a growing market for their Ohio-raised bulls. Their second ranch is called Mohican West, located near Laurel, Mont.

Although they’ve had national show success, their focus has always been developing a good, productive cow herd. Over the years, Conard and Nancy have been involved in the Hereford industry through various leadership roles. One

role was that of president of the Buckeye Hereford Association (BHA).

The BHA gave its wholehearted recom-mendation of the Stitzleins for this Hall of Fame induction. “Conard has been and continues to be a strong, positive influ-ence on the Hereford industry,” Scott Pennell, BHA president writes. “The quality Hereford genetics that he has provided this region as well as the world have shown to help Hereford cattle regain the market share of the beef industry.”

Conard and Nancy Stitzlein, Glenmont, Ohio, was inducted into the AHA Hall of Fame. Pictured seated from left are Conard and Nancy Stitzlein. Pictured standing from left are Dale Micheli, Ft. Bridger, Wyo., recently retired AHA director; Cliff Copeland, Nara Visa, N.M., recently retired AHA president; Terry Powlesland, Mohican West, Laurel, Mont; and Marty Lueck, Mountain Grove, Mo., recently retired AHA director.


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Checking Off in 2014

No one knows exactly what 2014 is going to bring, but we know that 2013 closed as a prosperous year for the beef cattle industry. While 2013 held its challenges we

were able to stay at the fore front of issues that the industry faced, as well as watching the climbing prices of cattle. As producers there is one major decision facing us in 2014 and that is the March vote on the increase in the checkoff dollar to $2.00.

Serving as a checkoff ambassador I have had many discussions with producers about their perceptions of the beef checkoff, but when one steps back and weighs the pros and cons of what the programs gives back to producers, the pros definitely outweigh the cons. There is no amount of money that can replace peace of mind for producers. That is one of many things that the checkoff dollars do, it gives producers, consumers, and youth peace of mind.

Producers are constantly fighting the everyday battles of having livestock, whether it’s the elements, the equipment or the occasionally contrary cow. Therefore, they don’t have the time to think about why an animal activist thinks what they are doing is wrong; how they are going to convince a foreign country that their product is safe; or convincing the local consumer that our products, when prepared correctly, are able to be included in the latest fad diet. Their checkoff dollars do that for them.

Consumers today live high paced lifestyles and in an ever growing obese society. Those taking health conscious steps have heard that they need to cut red meat, that it isn’t healthy for them. The beef checkoff funds beef promotional programs targeting the health conscious, the mom on the go, and the unconventional “mom’s” of today. Put-ting our product in the eye of the consumer and conforming it to their lifestyles.

Not only do your checkoff dollars work to give consumers peace of mind when choosing beef, the checkoff helps to prepare the next generation of beef advocates. Your checkoff dollars, along with the Ohio CattleWomen’s Association, fund the Ohio Beef Ambassador Program which provides an opportunity for youth to educate consumers and students about beef nutrition, food safety and stewardship practices of the beef industry, as they develop skills of leadership, communication and self-confidence. We had eight Ohio Beef Ambassador Program participants at the contest hosted in conjunction with the Ohio Cattlemen’s Association annual meeting in January. I am pleased to announce the 2014 OhioBeefAmbassadorteam:KendraGabriel,PickawayCounty;HallieHiser,GreeneCounty; and Demi Snider, Hardin County. The team is ready and available to assist coun-ties in their promotion efforts and consumer events, so be sure to take advantage of this opportunity by contacting me with the information on your event.

So, now you have a decision to make. I encourage you to consider supporting the Ohio Beef Checkoff referendum. For more information on the referendum, to download a ballot and to check out the voter eligibility requirements, visit www.ohiocattle.org. You can also vote in-person March 18-20 at the Ohio Department of Agriculture in Reyn-oldsburg or at any county office of the Ohio State University Extension. To learn more about how your checkoff dollars work for producers, visit the Ohio Beef Council’s website:www.ohiobeef.org.

Now go Checkoff in 2014!

Learn more ways to help by contacting the Ohio CattleWomen’s Association today at www.ohiocattlewomen.com or [email protected], and find ways to get involved.

By Kayla Alexander, Ohio CattleWomen President

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Ohio CattleWomen UpdateBuckeye Hereford Association Hosts Annual Meeting

The Buckeye Hereford Association hosted their Annual Meeting and Ban-quet on Feb. 1, 2014, at Der Dutchman Restaurant in Plain City, Ohio. Breeders and Hereford enthusiasts from across the state met to recognize those who are exceling in the industry. Paul and Marsha Farno of Eaton, Ohio were the 2014 Hall of Merit Award Winners.

Shorthorn SuccessOhio Shorthorn Breeders Association Hosts Annual Meeting

More than 40 members attended the Ohio Shorthorn Breeder’s Association’s annual meeting and banquet, held at All Occasions in Waldo, on Saturday, February 8. The day began with a busi-ness meeting, touching on a variety of OSBA activities including the Ohio Beef Expo, State Shorthorn Show, the Ohio State Fair, junior activities, Farm Science Review and the 2014 Ohio Shorthorn

Paul and Marsha Farno, Farno Polled Herefords, Eaton, Ohio, were the 2014 Hall of Merit Award Winners.

2014 Buckeye Hereford Association Board of Directors pictured seated from left are John Ostgaard, Dayton; Dr. Earl Arnholt, Valley City; Marsha Farno, Eaton; and Lisa Keets, Berlin Heights, Secretary/Treasurer. Back row from left are Jeff Harr, Jeromesville, Vice President; Chris Pugh, Mansfield; Rick Van Fleet, President, Sarahsville; Gene Steiner, Mason. Not pictured are Matt Earl, Lisbon; and Doug Fark, West Manchester.


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Calendar of EventsVisit www.ohiocattle.org for a complete list of events

March1 & 8 Beef 509, Columbus, Ohio. Contact Emily Griffiths at [email protected] or

call 614-873-6736.1 Double R Bar Angus Bull & Female Sale, noon, Plymouth, Ind. For information

call Bob Dragani, 574-453-11693 StoneGateFarmsAnnualProductionSale,12:30p.m.,Flemingsburg,Ky.For

more information call 606-748-0747 or visit www.stonegatefarms.com.8 Boyd Beef Cattle Hereford & Angus Bull Sale, Mays Lick, Ky. Contact Charlie

Boyd Sr. at 606-563-4412 or email [email protected]. www.boydbeef.com8 Consumer Confidence Bull & Cow Sale, 5 p.m., Muskingum Livestock, Zanes-

ville. For more information call 513-616-4086.10 Maplecrest Bull Sale, Hillsboro, Ohio. Visit www.maplecrestfarms.com or call

937-763-6000.11 Ohio Beef Cattle School, contact [email protected] Ohio Beef Expo, Columbus, Ohio. Visit www.ohiobeefexpo.com.17 The Main Course online sale. Visit www.premieronlinesales.com.18-20 Ohio Beef Checkoff Referendum in-person voting at Ohio Department of Ag-

riculture or county extension offices. More information and mail-in ballots are available at www.ohiocattle.org.

22 StrayerAngusFarms14thAnnualProductionSale,6:30p.m.,MuskingumLive-stock Sale Barn. Contact William Strayer at 419-339-4845. Catalogs available at www.strayerangus.com.

27 Wardensville Bull Test, noon, Wardensville, WV. For more information contact Dr. Kevin Shaffer, 304-293-2669 or email [email protected].

29 Partners in Performance Bull Sale, 6 p.m., Muskingum Livestock Auction Co. facilities, Zanesville, Ohio.

29-30 Buckeye Classic BEST sanctioned show.

April5 Burgett Angus Farm LLC Sale, noon, Carrollton, Ohio. For more information call

330-771-0482 or visit www.burgettangus.com.5 Eastern Ohio Angus Association Spring Sale. Visit www.ohioangus.org for more

information.5 Turkey Run Angus Farm Turn Out to Grass Sale, 7 p.m., Union Stock Yards, Hills-

boro, Ohio. Contact Kent Bauman at 937-217-6778 or visit turkeyrunangus.com8-10 NCBA Spring Legislative Conference, Washington, DC.12 OCA Seedstock Improvement Sale, noon, Union Stock Yards, Hillsboro, Ohio.

For more information contact OCA at 614-873-6736 or email [email protected] Champion Hill Spring Production Sale, Bidwell, Ohio. Visit www.champion-

hillangus.com or call 740-367-7021.25-27 Dwight Hamilton Show Cattle Spring Bling Sale, Hillsboro, Ohio. Call 937-763-

1463 or visit www.dwighthamiltonshowcattle.com.26-27 Southern Ohio Spring Smackdown. Visit www.clubcalves.com/springsmackdown.html28 Fayette County’s Finest Club Calf Sale. For information visit

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May9 Switzerland of Ohio Polled Hereford Association Annual Sale, 7 p.m., Guernsey

County Fairgrounds, Old Washington, Ohio. Contact Rick Van Fleet, 740-732-4783

June8 Eastern Ohio Hereford Association Junior Show, 11 a.m., Wayne County Fair-

grounds, Wooster, Ohio. Contact Jane Johnson, 740-732-478315 Switzerland of Ohio Polled Hereford Association Junior Show, Noble County

Fairgrounds, Caldwell, Ohio. Contact Rick Van Fleet, 740-732-4783

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Fall Showcase Sale. Members of the as-sociation also voted on changes to their constitution as well as elected new board members and officers.

“A portion of our membership may not be able to participate in all activi-ties OSBA offers throughout the year, so the annual meeting offers a chance for our members to get a summary of all of the great things we have going on in the association,” said Mike Carper, Ohio Shorthorn Breeder’s Association Presi-dent. “The annual meeting serves as an opportunity for fellowship and planning the year ahead.”

Following the noon banquet, Dr. Ron Kensinger, Chair and Professor OSU Department of Animal Sciences College of Food, Agricultural and Environmental Sciences shared with those in attendance the opportunities that exist in telling the story of agriculture, even when issues arise that may make it difficult to initiate positive conversations. Stephanie Sindel and Emily Griffiths with Ohio Cattle-men’s Association and Ohio Beef Council reviewed the programs and benefits of being an OCA member. Those in atten-dance were also given information about

the upcoming Checkoff referendum in Ohio, an effort that OSBA leadership voted to officially support.

The afternoon concluded with the an-nouncement of the 2014 OSBA Officers and Board of Directors. The 2014 OSBA Officers are Mike Carper, President; Dave Greenhorn, Vice President; Michael Bihl, Treasurer; and Beth Carper, Secretary. The 2014 Board of Directors consists of Dick Cronley, Sarah Denlinger, Bill Tom, Quin-ton Keeran, Rick Workman, Lee Miller, Ron Rutan, Ron Cronley and Tom Turner.

Turner Elected to American Shorthorn Assoc. Board of Directors

Dr. Tom Turner of Somerset, Ohio, was elected to the American Shorthorn Asso-ciation (ASA) Board of Directors (BOD) at their recent annual meeting in Denver, Colorado, held during the National West-ern Stock Show. Montie Soules, Executive Secretary of the ASA said, “We are excited to have someone of Dr. Turner’s back-ground, training and experience to help lead this breed into the future.”

Turner said “I believe that Shorthorn genetics have much to offer the U.S. beef industry and I further believe that the qual-

ity of our cattle and people has placed us on the cusp of a dynamic future.”

Turner operates a purebred Short-horn operation in Perry County, Ohio, and since retiring from The Ohio State University three years ago, has expanded numbers rapidly. Turner was the coach of the OSU livestock judging team for 32 years, past president of the Ohio Cattle-men’s Association, 2011 inductee into the Ohio Agriculture Hall of Fame and currently serves on the Ohio Shorthorn Breeders Association Board.

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It had been a long day for Steffan. Frozen pipes, touchy tractors, cranky cows and a stuffy nose. A headache had kept him banging his head against the wall from 6 am to sundown.

His wife and kids went to town that evening, leaving him alone. He was hungry but decided to take cold medicine and a nap before heating up the leftovers she’d left him.

Hefellasleepinthechairandsleptthroughsupper.Itwas10:30whenthefamilyre-turned. Steffan woke and went out to check the calvy heifers before retiring. He pulled on his overshoes, coat and cap and groggily stumbled out to the calving lot.

“Ump,” He groaned, “A cow in need.” She lay on her belly straining, one shiny hoof peeked in and out. He struggled out of his coat and retrieved a nylon calving strap from the shed. Attaching it to the protruding foot, he pulled. No luck. “Dang it,” spoke his hazy brain, “I need still another strap!”

He procured it and hooked up the second foot, placing the two unattached ends of the straps around his wrists. He sat down behind the mama cow, propping his boots up against her rear end to gain some leverage. When he leaned back, it startled her. She rose in a fit of bewilderment to rid herself of the human attachment. The faster she ran, the heavier the attachment grew. Centrifugal force disallowed neither of the two straps on his wrists to loosen.

Stuck like a rock in David’s slingshot, Steffan’s lower extremities pounded and pum-meled posts and rock hard clods. His knees, hips, limbs, buttocks, calves and heels managed to find every frozen track and petrified cowpie in the pen, depending on his centrifugal position.

He circled the pen at least three times and, because he’d left the gate open, he circled the adjoining pen an equal number. He determined in his foggy condition that the gate post, feed bunk, waterer and tundra all had the same density at 10˚ Fahrenheit. On his last collision with the inner post, he gathered enough slack to fly free and lit with a thud.

The confused cow, thinking she had calved, turned and came back to the stunned Stef-fan. He lay there covered with snow, mud, manure and whatever comes from the back of a cow during parturition. Led by her maternal instincts she sniffed and began to lick him clean.

He recovered and stumbled back to the house for help. He recounted the story to his wife, who collapsed on the kitchen floor in paroxysms of uncontrollable laughter. “Is that all?” she asked, pounding the floor and gasping.

“Yes,” he said, but somewhere in the back of his subconscious he remembered getting to his knees and trying to nurse.

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was also awarded the Alexis Tackett me-morial traveling trophy. Alexis was last year’s wish child at the Celebrity Show-down. Alexis lost her battle after she and her family were granted a wish trip. Her family was there to present the award.

Through donations from family, friends, the community and members of the Ohio Cattlemen’s Association, youth participating in the Celebrity Show-down raised more than $13,000 by the Celebrity Showdown, nearly reaching their $16,000 goal to help grant the wishes of local children bat-tling life-threatening medical conditions.

The BEST pro-gram is in its second year of raising money for Make-A-Wish. Last year BEST participants and supporters raised more than $19,000, surpassing their

$8,000 goal. In the past three years, BEST youth collected more than 1,000 pounds of pop tabs for the Ronald Mc-Donald House, a service project they are also continuing this year.

The Clark County Cattlemen’s Associa-tion and local sponsors provided a pizza party following the show. New this year

was a silent auction with items donated by local people, and the attendees purchased the items.

Incentive prizes will be awarded to the top fund-raisers at the OCA BEST Program Banquet on May 10, 2014. Donations to Make-A-Wish are still being accepted until the awards banquet. All sponsors will be recognized at the banquet, and those donat-

ing more than $100 will receive special recognition. To donate, contact Stephanie Sindel, BEST Coordinator, at [email protected] or call 614-873-6736.

The OCA BEST Program has raised more than $13,000 throughout

the BEST season to benefit local youth through Make-A-Wish. Twenty youth helped to kick off this year’s community service project as they led their deco-rated calves before a judge at the BEST Celebrity Showdown at the Clark County Cattle Battle on January 31, 2014, in Springfield, Ohio.

Judging the show was Wyatt McCub-bin, an up-and-coming country music singer and songwriter. McCubbin, 18, of South Charleston, Ohio, has accom-plished much in the four years he has played music and seeks to follow in the traditional country footsteps of Waylon Jennings, Merle Haggard and Hank Williams. The master of ceremonies was Dave Russell, of Brownfield Ag News. Sr. Showdown champion, Brenna Newton, of Darke County, was awarded a spe-cial Seth Rogers Memorial Trophy, in memory of a local young man who was granted a wish and enjoyed working with cattle alongside his family. The winner

“Our family was never the same after the

wish. The gift that we received through the generosity of many

touched our family in so many ways.”Erin, Wish Mom


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Pictures from recent OCA Activities

ABS ..................................................................... 37

AgriLabs ................................................................2

American Angus Association .......................... 66

Boyd Beef Cattle ............................................... 63

Buckeye Hereford Spring Show & Sale .....56, 67

Burgett Angus Farm LLC................................... 62

Cargill ................................................................. 15

CattleMax .......................................................... 66

Champion Hill .................................................... 75

Clonch Limousin ................................................ 67

COBA/Select Sires .............................................17

Consumer Confidence Bull & Cow Sale .......... 65

Crystalyx ............................................................ 41

DHI Cooperative, Inc ......................................... 58

Dickinson Cattle Co. ......................................... 67

Double R Bar Ranch .......................................... 44

Dwight Hamilton Show Cattle .......................... 54

Eastern Ohio Embryo......................................... 61

Eastern Spring Simmental Classic .................. 24

Eby Trailers ........................................................ 33

Fayette County’s Finest Club Calf Sale ........... 35

Franklin Equipment ..............................................7

Highland Livestock Supply ............................... 61

Kalmbach Feeds ................................................ 76

Karr Farms Red Angus ...................................... 68

Keeney Angus .................................................... 60

Kidd’s Horse and Livestock LLC ....................... 53

Livestock Plus Inc. ............................................ 51

Maplecrest Farms ............................................. 59

McArthur Lumber and Post .............................. 69

McBurney Livestock Equipment ...................... 71

Merck Animal Health ........................................ 73

Morrison Stock Farm ...........................................5

Multimin ............................................................. 31

Novak Town Line Farm ...................................... 67

O’Connor Farms ................................................. 67

Ohio Angus Super Star Sale ............................. 52

Ohio Beef Council .............................................. 70

Ohio Maine-Anjou Sale ....................................... 5

Ohio Shorthorn Breeders Assoc. Sale ............. 55

Partners in Performance Sale .......................... 40

PBS Animal Health ............................................ 21

Purina ................................................................. 39

Reed & Baur Insurance ..................................... 20

Saltwell Western Store ..................................... 21

Southern Ohio Spring Smackdown .................. 49

Stone Gate Farms .............................................. 57

Strayer Angus Farms ............................................9

Switzerland of Ohio Polled Hereford Sale ....... 41

Tara Verde Farms ............................................... 67

Townsend’s Sales .............................................. 30

The Main Course Bull Sale ............................... 23

Turkey Run Angus Farm .................................... 53

Wardensville Bull Test....................................... 45

Way View Cattle Company ................................ 46

Weaver Livestock .................................. 18-19, 28

Ohio Cattlemen’s Association Top Hand Club members attended a reception at the Cattle Industry Convention in Nashville, Tenn.

Dani and Sullivan Ropp have already taken to the family farm. The twins are daughters of Greg and Michelle Ropp, Ropp Family Farms, Ashland, Ohio. They are the grandaughters of Fred and Bonnie Ropp and Mike and Nancy Earick, who submitted the photo.

BEST Participants had a little fun while raising $13,000 for Make-A-Wish at the Celebrity Showdown on Jan. 31, 2014 in Springfield, Ohio.

Following a Board of Directors meeting on Jan. 24, 2014, OCA directors and the Ohio Beef Council Operating Committee heard from Barb Wilkinson, NCBA, who led the boards through a strategic planning session. The OCA board will finishing their efforts at the April meeting.

Expo 2014

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