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JUNIPER OUTSIDE WISH-ET EX-95 An exciting summer yrlg with a maternal brother at Sexing Technolo-gies! Out of a VG-85 Delta x VG-86 Supersire x EX-93 O-Man x EX-95 Wish x 5 gen. of EX…….....VanHaitsma

MS WELCOME COLBY TAYA-ET VG-88 GMD DOM Polled December Yoder with a +2430 GTPI out of Altaembassy 2 YO x VG-86 Numero Uno x VG-88 Taya-ET x EX-90 FBI x EX-91 Boliver……………..…Ri-Val-Re

MS DO-N-JOY DUNDE LAURIE EX-91 From the showy line of EX-92 Bellwood Linda is a Dec. Halogen heifer. Out of a 2 YO Mogul x VG-86 Superstition x EX-91 Laurie……………………………Red Carpet

TRI-KOEBEL FEAR THIS EX-94 3E A fancy Golden Dreams summer yrlg

out of a EX-91 Laurin backed by a EX-93 full sister to EX-94 Fear This…….Koebel

More Exciting Consignments Stylish Jersey Sept. Resurrection x EX-93 Champi-on x EX 90 Sunny x VG-82 Image followed by 2 generations EX-90…………………………..Amber Black

Angular Jersey Sept. Valentino x 2 YO Topeka x EX-90 Centurion x EX-92 Remake x EX-91 Imperial……………………………………………..Rod-Er-Dic Red Sept. Powerball with a GTPI of +2334 out of a Morgan 2 YO x VG-89 Epic x VG-89 Manoman x VG-88 Goldwyn x VG-85 Lee…………….....Ri-Val-Re Full age Appeal summer yrlg out of a EX-90 Alex-ander x Ex-90 Zenith x EX-90 Eland…..Red Carpet Fancy red O’Kalif fall calf x 2 YO Absolute x VG maternal sister to EX-92 Tri-Koebel Goldwyn Trophy…………………………………………………....Koebel A sharp June Brokaw out of GP-83 Damion x VG-87 Kingly x EX-91 Talent x 3 gen. VG……………T&H Homozygous polled Nov. Ocean-PP x 2 YO Style x VG-88 Observer x EX-90 Advent-RED x VG-88 Ranger………………………………..……………….Ri-Val-Re Full age RC Dempsey summer yrlg x 2 YO Talent x EX-91 Advent with 6 gen. VG/EX……….…....Reed Sept. Gold Chip out of a EX-91 Deuce x EX-92 2E Sam x NC x EX-90……………………………….Rod-Er-Dic

Additional consignments from Green Meadow

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table of contentsNotes from the Field . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62016 MHA Annual Meeting Review . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7MJCC Annual Meeting Recap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8From The Jersey Desk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9I Remember When...by Blanche Piepkow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10Junior Jottings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13District 7: The Enduring Holstein Cow. . . . . . . . . . .14-16Holstein President’s Pen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17Great Lakes Spring Show Entry and Rules . . . . . . . . .20-22Great Lakes Regional Dairy Conference . . . . . . . . . . . . 23Caught on Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28Michigan Dairy Ambassadors Program . . . . . . . . . . 30Holstein Breeder of the Year . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33In Memoriam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34Calendar of Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 372016 Advertising Deadlines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37Index to Advertisers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Volume 2 • Issue 1Spring 2016

The Michigan Dairy Cattle News isthe offi cial publication of the MichiganHolstein-Friesian Association, Inc. andthe Michigan Jersey Cattle Club.

Melissa Hart, EditorCell: 517-398-1957email: [email protected] Holcomb Rd., North Adams, MI 49262Jackie Bickel, Advertising Designeremail:[email protected] Dairy Cattle News401 Harvest Trail, Midothian, TX 76065Ph: [email protected] 4 times per year

Michigan Dairy Cattle NewsEXECUTIVE COMMITTEETim Baker, Byron Center 616-813-6745Brent Moyer, Caro 989-553-4333Ike Hunt, Elsie 989-862-4864Suzanne Tuttila 517-490-7736Tammy VanHaitsma Dorr 616-795-2256

Michigan Holstein AssociationIke Hunt, President6386 N. Meridian Rd., Elsie, MI 48831Tammy VanHaitsma, Vice-President4480 18th Street, Dorr, MI 49323Suzanne Tuttila, Executive Secretary401 Harvest Trail, Midothian, TX 76065Ph: [email protected]

Michigan Jersey Cattle ClubSusan Green, President 989-862-5507Brent Moyer, Vice President 989-553-4333Jeff Michalek, Secretary 517-625-3477Pam Shaver, Treasurer 810-614-7466Holstein Association USAPhone: 1-800-952-52001 Holstein Place, Brattleboro, VT 05302Michigan and Indiana RepresentativeMax Dunseth278 South Sprague, Coldwater, MI 49036517-278-3030 Cell: 269-251-0232Michigan Upper Peninsula RepresentativeMandi RamsburgDe Pere, WI • [email protected]

The Michigan Dairy Cattle News, the Michigan Holstein Associationor their staff assume no liability for errors, omissions, contentor for the effectiveness of advertising and cannot be heldresponsible for the timeliness of sale advertising that is scheduledless than thirty days ahead of the press date. Indexes areprovided as an additional service. Publisher assumes no liabilityfor errors or omissions. Subscription rate is $15.00 / year.

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The winner of the Michigan Holstein Association photo contest was Mary Costigan with this cover photo of her son helping on the farm. Mary and her husband Ted have a dairy in Coopersville and with this winning entry will receive $100 off their next ad in the Michigan Dairy Cattle News or one nights stay at the Great Lakes Regional Dairy Conference for 2017. Congratulations!

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Notes From The Field

382,990“ t’s a pleasure to be able to share some great information with you. The expansion of the U.S. Registered Holstein® herd continues, as members registered 382,990 animals last year. This exceeds the 2014 total by 9,934 head or 3%, when 373,056 were registered. Many thanks to all of you for your role in accomplishing this feat.”

This was the e-mail we received from CEO John Meyer on Jan. 4, 2016. This, I believe, is the highest total I have seen in my 25 years as a regional sales representative. I looked into the area of Michigan and we can proudly see that Michigan has had an increase of nearly 15 percent since 2010. The interest in official identification is here; Michigan, as reported by National Holstein Director Corey Geiger at the Michigan Holstein Association (MHA) annual meeting, is one of the top seven or eight states in contributing to almost 70 percent of all the total registrations in the U.S., if my memory serves me correctly. Lindsey Worden, executive director of Holstein genetic services, reported that in 2005 we registered 301,852 and in 2004, 293,527. Back in 2003 the number was 288,841. That is an increase of 94,149 Holsteins in 12 years. This is a significant number. Thanks to all of you for the belief in the” then” $8.00 investment in Registered Holsteins. You noticed that I said “then.” The price effective February 1 went to $10.00 for registry of animals under 3 months of age. This is the first price increase in 13 years. Even with the new registration prices, it is less expensive to register U.S. Holsteins than it is to register any other breed of dairy cattle in the United States and Canada. While classification, which has remained stable since 2011, also sees a slight increase in February, HOLSTEIN COMPLETE herds will see NO extra increase, remaining the same since the program was introduced in 2002. Also a national membership will now cost $40.00, again, a fee that has not been increased since 1994. It had been $25.00 for 22 years.

There has been an abundance of Holstein genomic testing taking place. Last year, 285,458

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genomic tests were performed and recorded on Holstein females and 31,162 on Holstein males. Since we started tracking genomic testing back in 2008, there have been 1,054,743 genomic tests run. By comparison there have been just 138,043 genomic tests performed and recorded on the next largest dairy breed in the U.S. It is important to note there is far more genomic testing of Holstein cattle being done in the United States than there is of any other breed cattle anywhere in the world.

Why are these statistics important? They are important because it is part of the reason why Holsteins lead all breeds in genetic progress. Moreover, the huge advantage in number of genomic tests run on Holsteins will further distance the gap between our beloved black-and-white cow and other breeds. It is clear to see why Holsteins are the United States’ and the world’s most efficient. I had the pleasure of awarding members at the MHA annual meeting the Progressive Breeder Registry and Progressive Genetic Herd awards. Congratulations to these breeders who accomplished this feat. To see the qualifications to meet this, please check out our website www.holsteinusa.com. You will see this and a plethora of information on our website. In closing I would like to thank you for your dedication to the Holstein cow, far and away the world’s most popular dairy breed and the most iconic symbol in agriculture. If you or a neighbor needs help getting caught up or started up in the Registered Holstein business, give Mandi or myself a call.

Max Dunseth: Cell 269-251-0232 Mandi Ramsburg: Cell 920-530-5023 Upper Peninsula, MI Regional Sales Representatives HAUSA


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It was standing room only at the Michigan Holstein Association annual meeting held at the Soaring Eagle Casino in Mt. Pleasant on February 5th. Held in conjunction with the annual Great Lakes Regional Dairy Conference, Holstein enthusiasts were treated to a visit from Holstein Association, USA (HAUSA) Lindsey Worden Executive Director of Holstein Genetic Services and National Director-at-Large, Corey Geiger.

Worden offered the State of the Association address and noted the increase in 2015 registrations, up 9,934 from 2014. She commented, “We are really excited that the consistent growth of the Registered Holstein over the last ten years is signifi cant. As in any market it’s diffi cult for the major player to achieve this kind of gain year in and year out and we feel that increasing our Holstein registrations by over 81,000 head in ten years and over 95,000 head in twelve years is a really exciting accomplishment.”

The HAUSA welcomed 550 adult members to the association along with 852 new junior members in 2015. Worden gave a few statistics on genomic testing citing that 285,458 genomic tests were done for females while 31,000 males were genomically tested in 2015. There are far more genomic tests done on Holstein cattle than any other dairy breed in the world. Worden explained, “These statistics are important because it’s the major reason that Holsteins lead all other dairy breeds in their genetic progress. The huge advantage in genomic tests run on Holsteins are going to further propel ourselves forward and continue to keep Holsteins as the United States and the world’s most effi cient and profi table dairy breed.”

From 2010 to 2015, Michigan has been in the top fi ve states that has increased in the percentage of registered Holsteins over the last fi ve years. “This is defi nitely something to be proud of,” commented Worden.

The 2015 Progressive Breeders Registry Award winners were announced. The winners for 2015 and the number of years they have qualifi ed for this award were: Tim Baker-33 years, End Road Farm-30 years, Walter Gremel and Darwin Sneller-25 years, Country Dairy, Inc. – 13 years, Jeff Alexander-12 years, VerHage Dairy-11 years,

Michigan Holstein Annual Meeting Well AttendedLong Haven Farms -4 years, Matt Conners-3 years, Carson Acres, LLC.-2 years.

HAUSA area representative Max Dunseth also noted the winners of the 2015 Progressive Genetics Herd Award and went through the lengthy list including those present at the meeting, Green Meadow Farms, Mark Bontekoe, End Road Farms and Westvale-View Farm.

Elections were held and while Ike Hunt moved up as the new president for the next two years, Tammy VanHaitsma was elected vice president and Nicole VanderPloeg fi lled the Director-At-Large position for the MHA. Three individuals were honored for their service to the association as they retired from the Board of Directors: Sherry Meyer, Carlyle Westendorp and Shaun Hyde.

Moving into 2016 the excitement is beginning to build as Michigan looks forward to hosting the 2018 National Holstein Convention in Traverse City. The convention committee has been working hard on the preliminary planning and welcomes anyone who would like to serve on a committee. Those interested in serving should contact Darwin Sneller at 989-883-3716 or email at [email protected].

All-Michigan Holstein winners in attendance: L-R: Tim Baker, Alex Patch, Stan Moser, Beth Letts, Moss McCauley with Cash McCauley, Malissa Reed, Kelly Raterink, Darwin Sneller, Brittany Benedict.

Progressive Breeders Registry Winners in attendance: L-R: Lindsey Worden, HAUSA; Darwin Sneller, Duane Molhoek, Tim Baker, Max Dunseth, HAUSA.

Progressive Genetics Herd Award Winners in attendance: L-R: Lindsey Warden, HAUSA; Alex Patch, Green Meadows Farm; Mark Bontekoe, Touchdown Dairy; Janet Molhoek, End Road Farm; Doug Westendorp, Westvale View.


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The Michigan Jersey Cattle Club convened for their annual meeting in Mt. Pleasant in conjunction with the Great Lakes Regional Dairy Conference on February 6th. With a great crowd on hand they conducted business, enjoyed lively discussion and handed out awards.

The slate of offi cers changed slightly. Susan Green, Brent Moyer and Jeff Michalek remained as president, vice president and secretary, respectively while Sadie Green resigned as treasurer. The electorate voted Pam Schaver to fi ll that position. Three new board members were also elected: Tim Place, Nick Clark and Tim Shaver.

The MJCC Sale committee shared the news of cancelling their traditional spring sale this year. Citing the lower cattle prices and the lack of quality consignments by Michigan featured cattle they are looking for a different way to feature Michigan bred cattle in a successful sale. While the sale this year will not be held in its traditional format, the committee will revisit having a spring sale in future years.

Kim Billman, Editor of the Jersey Journal and representing the American Jersey Cattle Club shared updates from the national offi ce and encouraged breeders to participate in local, state and national events to promote the Jersey breed.Terry and Carrie Delong, representatives from the Fifth Third Bank Michigan State Fair were on hand to invite Jersey breeders to exhibit at the Michigan State Fair in its new location in Novi. (Please see the advertisement for the Michigan State Fair on page 4.)

The All-Michigan Jersey awards were handed out along with those breeders earning production awards including Brent Robinson, Susan Green, Larry Haywood, Amber Black, Jim VanBuskirk, Nick Clark, Paul Meyer, Randolph Tenbrink and David Castner.

The Michigan Jersey Cattle Club Juniors will again be offering a chance to win a registered Jersey calf during their annual Jersey Calf Raffl e fundraiser. The heifer was donated by Vitality Crew, Susan Green of Elsie and tickets are on sale now until the raffl e drawing on July 20th during the Michigan Dairy Expo at the MSU Livestock Pavilion in East Lansing.

Michigan Jersey Enthusiasts Gather for Annual Meeting

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All-Michigan Winners: The Jersey All-Michigan awards were handed out and the winners present were: L to R: Chester Weston, Clayton Weston, Denise Weston, Kylee Weston, Susan Green, Brent Moyer, Elizabeth Rupprecht, Melanie Provoast, Cole Provoast.

Board of Directors – L to R; Susan Green, president; Brent Moyer, vice president; Mary Costner, Elizabeth Rupprecht, Amber Black, Tim Shaver, Tim Place, Pam Shaver, treasurer; Jeff Michalek, secretary.

Production Winners: The Michigan Jersey Cattle Club production winners were announced. The winners present were: Susan Green, Brent Moyer and Amber Black.


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ear Dairy Enthusiasts,

The Michigan Jersey Cattle Club is not having a spring sale! The sale committee and board of directors put in a lot of thought and felt a change in timing and type of sale would be a better fit for the club and dairy climate at present. With todays technology there are a lot of options. We will keep up to date on sale news. I am honored to have been re-elected president of the Michigan Jersey Cattle Club. My goal as president will be to get the word out to the rest of the world that Michigan is full of jersey history, has some awesome jersey breeders, and has a lot of great jerseys. Please make sure you have paid your dues and we have your correct address and email so we can keep you informed of state and national events and deadlines. We can make more “Jersey Noise” if we work together!!

Susie GreenPresidentMichigan Jersey Cattle Club

DMichigan Jersey Cattle ClubFrom The Jersey Desk


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District VI Holstein Association31st Annual Dairy Calf Sale

4-H & FFA heifer projects representing major

dairy breeds

April 2, 2016 @ 12 noon

Green Meadow FarmsMeridian Road

Elsie, Michigan 48831

Sale Chairman Gary Vitek | 517-819-1375 Steve Reed | 989-277-2078

CatalogsDana Sue Kirk-898-224-4735 Brent Moyer

2547 E. Caro Road | Caro, MI [email protected] | 989-553-4333

Jersey Breeder Bulls For Sale With Pedigrees To Fit Anyone’s

Needs.

by Blanche Piepkow

he Meadowridge Sale at Thomas Farms of Hartford was held on October 30th, 1944. This sale came about when three businessmen, C.M. Brown, Frank Smith and J. Touburg of Tecumseh formed a corporation called Meadowridge Jerseys and bought the entire herd at Thomas Farms consisting of 109 registered Jersey cattle. Lacking enough barn space, they sold the surplus at auction. The sale was managed by Chester Folck and the auctioneer was Glen Weikert, both well-known and experienced men in their fi eld at the time.

Fifty-one animals crossed the auction block on that day and brought an average price of $556.86. This was the highest in any surplus stock sold by a breeder in twenty years.

The bull, Valiant Aim, topped the sale at $4200. It was a three-way fi ght for the privilege of taking the bull home between Dr. H.T. White of Northridge Jersey

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T Farm in Chesaning; Ernest Moelk of Missouri; and V.J. McKibben of Mack Manor Farm in Indiana. In the end the bull went to Dr. White and his nephew and his associate Harold Conklin. As I remember the bull sired a lot of showy animals with many white markings in their coats.

Other Michigan buyers that day were Fred Olson of Stanton; Kenneth Blumerick of Belding, who later went to work with Dale Dean at Meadowridge; Clair Lake of Olivet; Arnold Wyss of Detroit and Capac; Howard Sprague of Ionia; Herman Walters of Hemlock; Neil McSweyn of Merril; Ed Heatherwick of Jackson; Will Argers of Jasper and H. Cronenweth of Traverse City.

Dale Dean had the cattle fi t and ready as was his expertise. After the sale, Dale Dean’s great career in the Jersey world continued on at Meadowridge Jerseys in Tecumseh. That’s a story for another time.


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An Excellent Start to 2016

Star-Summit Dundee Margo

Star-Summit BW Dani

Star-Summit Aftershock Gail

Star-Summit Farm32 Years PBR Award

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Star-Summit FarmStar-Summit FarmEMBRYOS, SERVICE-AGE BULLS AND YOUNGER BULLS ARE AVAILABLE

29 EX • 39 VG and none lower • 111.6 BAA• Star-Summit Dundee Margo @ 5-03 up 1 pt to EX 94 (95MS)• Star-Summit Aftrshk Gail-ET @ 5-01 up 1 pt to EX 92 (92MS)• Star-Summit Dundee Bopeep @ 5-07 up 1 pt to EX 92 (91MS)• Star-Summit Sanchez Sheray @ 5-07 up 1 pt to EX 91 (92MS)• Star-Summit Fever Mabel @ 3-05 up 2 pts to EX 90 (92MS)• Star-Summit Fever Maggie (Full sister to Mabel) @ 4-05 now VG 88• Star-Summit Windbrook Suki @3-05 now VG 88• Star-Summit BW Dani-RED-ET, 60 days fresh, now VG 88 (Grand Champion of MI R&W Summer Show)

Multiple E Designations• Star-Summit Shottle Barret now 2E 91 , 92MS• Star-Summit S M Beverly now 3E 91, 91MS• Star-Summit S S Rhonda-Red now 2E 91, 90MS

High Scoring Two-Year Olds• Star-Summit Windbrook Peggy @ 2-11 (1st score) VG 87• Star-Summit Gold Blossom @ 2-04 (1st score) VG 86• Star-Summit Barbwire Silk @ 2-04 (1st score) VG 86• Star-Summit Wheels Silvana @ 2-04 (1st score) VG 85• Star-Summit Windbrook Blair @ 2-09 (1st score) VG 85• Star-Summit Golds N Geina up 3 pts to VG 85• Star-Summit Shout Sassafras up 3 pts to VG 86• Star-Summit RBurst Rose-RED up 3 pts to VG 86• Star-Summit Shottle Miley up 2 pts to VG 85• Sar-Summit Dundee Nancy-ET up 2 pts to VG 85

Look for a couple of awesome two year olds from Star Summit selling in the Spring Foundation Sale and check out a very special Armani heifer that will be sold in the Spartan Spectacular!


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Junior Jottings

ccording to the ground hog, we can be hopeful that winter is coming to an end and that spring is right around the corner! Yet, it is Michigan and we all know how unpredictable our weather tends to be! I am choosing to be optimistic as show season fever is eagerly starting to kick in! With spring show approaching this means many other events will be taking place quickly! The Michigan Junior Holstein Associations Annual Semen and Embryo Sale will take place Friday, April 8th as a silent auction during the Michigan Spring Foundation Sale. It is our hopes to provide a selection that covers everyone’s needs, from high-type show bulls to high-genomic bulls. We are still soliciting donations and are very grateful for the generous support of our industry. If you are interested in donating, please contact any of our board members or advisors! This sale is our junior board’s biggest fundraiser and it is what allows us to keep supporting and representing Michigan’s youth members. With this being said, we have exciting news to share with our members! The MJHA is planning a trip to the National Junior Holstein Convention in Saratoga Springs, New York from June 27-July 2. We will sponsor up to $250 per dues paid MJHA member who attends the convention and competes in a national junior contest. For more information on the National Holstein Convention, please visit http://www.nyholsteins.com/2016convention/index.html Possible contests include Dairy bowl, Dairy Jeopardy, Prepared Public Speaking, Folding Display, State Scrapbook, State Banner and Digital Scrapbook. For more information on National Junior Contests, please visit http://www.holsteinusa.com/juniors/index.jsp. Interested parties should contact Jessica Jakubik, MJHA advisor, by March 14, by phone (616-889-3849) or email ([email protected])

It is our goal to be able to send a big group of Michigan youth’s to this convention! Representation is key as we host the convention, here in Michigan, in 2018. Our board members who have attended conventions before have said that they were some of the best experiences of their lives and that they have all made out-of-state friendships that will last a life-time! If you have any questions at all, please feel free to contact any of our board members or advisors!

We look forward to seeing you all in April!

Hayleigh GeurinkPresident, Michigan Junior Holstein Association

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his summer will be the 47th Annual District VII Holstein Association Show. It will be held in Falmouth with the picnic following. It’s a good “warm-up” to the state show. To continue a legacy, it requires: 1. A firm Foundation. 2. Continued Support. 3. Positive Promotion. A “good show” encourages inspiration and builds passion. One of the early documents describes the purpose of the District VII show to “develop the qualities we cherish in life to pass to young people”.

The myriad of information available on the 46 previous District VII shows, plus the 20 years of the Arenac-Iosco Ogemaw Show is overwhelming. You will find numbers that differ from those previously printed, meaning when conflicting statistics are found, it requires a continuous update. Recollections in interviews are often exaggerated and understandably so, when the event is such an exciting part of one’s past. This truly exemplifies all the attributes of an enduring and endearing event.

The District VII show was actually started two years before District VII was official, in 1970 by the North Central Club. Glen Casey, who had moved from Williamston to Marion and purchased the Marion Sale Barn, was the driving force which initiated the show. Alpha Clark Jr., who had worked for Casey in Williamston while a veterinary student at MSU, was also instrumental in the first show at Marion that had 93 head exhibited. Mike Lee was the showmanship winner as a 13-year-old at this first show. After experiencing the excitement and comradery at the district show, he was involved in District VII activities for the next 39 years in various capacities. A cow purchased in Maryland, Flag Valley Shamrock Bonnie, was the first Grand Champion---shown by Clyde and Coralie Clark. Bonnie had three Fury daughters: Bella, Bonita and Betsie. Bella was Grand Champion in 1972, 1973 and 1974. Bonita was reserve Champion in 1973 behind Bella, and Betsie was Grand Champion in 1975. Bonnie’s grand-daughter, Clydal Excellency Blacky, was Grand Champion in 1981, shown by Brian Clark; and went on to be All-Michigan Grand Champion that year.An offshoot of District VII (a club within the District) was the Arenac-Iosco Ogemaw Holstein Breeders Club (AIO Club) which started in 1973 in the northeastern part of District VII. George Erickson was the president in 1973-74. The AIO Club held registered shows from 1976-1995. The AIO Show

(also called The Black & White Show) was initially held at the Arenac County Fairgrounds in Standish, separate from the fair. When the new Ogemaw County Fairgrounds were completed in 1980, the show was moved there, taking advantage of the milking facilities.

July 18, 1972 was the third show, the second one with premiums, but the first one to actually be called the District VII Holstein Show. Silver engraved plates were awarded to class winners from 1970 to 1974. This show was held at the Marion fairgrounds, Albert Kessler was the judge and Brenda Bontekoe the Osceola County Dairy Princess, distributed ribbons. Liberty Dairy donated milk and Marvall LaLone, a Michigan Milk Producers Association trucker, donated ice cream. The donors through the years have been tremendous with all the various milk companies donating milk at one time or another and Harvestore providing the lunch at several shows.

In 1972, Roberta Williams took first place photos. Jim Plog, the Holstein Association USA Fieldman and Joyce Furu, the Michigan Holstein Association state secretary, were also present. The show started at 10:15 am with bull and calf classes. A pot luck lunch for approximately 300 people filled the noon break, and milking cow classes followed. Karen Boyd won senior showmanship and Kathy LaPoe won junior showmanship. There were 172 total entries from 52 exhibitors. The most entries were from: Louis & Aletha McNeilly of Barryton (23), Claude Cregg of Scottville (12), Kent Boyd (11) and D. Blaine Johnson & Glenn Kole (11).

Actively showcasing the best of the Holstein breed, while training the younger generation to use a discerning eye---the District VII Show has continued for 46 years. The 47th annual show will be hosted by the Falmouth Fairgrounds this year. The location is moved frequently to various locations in all fairness because of our large district area. So far, being held in nine different locales: Marion, Evart, Midland, Harrison, Mt. Pleasant, Big Rapids, Fremont, Reed City & Falmouth. Evart has hosted the show the most times. Probably the record distance for traveling to the District VII Show is the Lucas family from Posen. One year that they showed, the show was held in Big Rapids. The state show used to travel as well. District VII was host to the state show held in Midland in 1975 and 1976. The district

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various schedules, events, distinguished individuals, etc. Each district then inserted their own program into this cover.

Even though there were several breeders who frequented the District VII show, each developed their herd in their own unique way. Oftentimes, their stories would involve special purchases at the District VII Sale like in the following examples:

KEN CASEBERE Ken and Mary Casebere purchased a Blackstar daughter at the District VII sale that was sold by Mierson Farms. She went on to become the Junior Champion two years in a row, 1990 and 1991.

MIKE LEE & FAMILY They purchased three head at the District VII Sale in 1975 and 1976. These were initially 4-H projects and show animals that went on to be the foundation for cow families that excelled in type & production. Marylee Mark Liberty was Grand Champion in 1993, Marylee Pontiac Marvel was Grand Champion in 1994. Marylee Elva Marcel was the reserve Champion in 1977, but went on to become the 4th dam of BW Marshall. Lee’s Woodland Farm was Premier Exhibitor fi ve times and Premier Breeder seven times.

DICK LAPOE His fi rst registered Holstein was a 4-H project heifer that he bought for $100. To raise the $100, he sold two Jerseys and his bicycle. LaPoe Farms had Grand Champion in 1977 with Lapoe Elevation Gwen, and 1978 with Lonsfarm Masterpiece Design. They were Premier Exhibitor in 1985 & 1986, also Premier Breeder in 1986. Filling the role of secy/treas for the district, LaFern LaPoe showed amazing dedication. She did this for 22 years, from 1984-2006, clerking at the sales and shows as well.

show was on Wednesday with approximately 100 head and the state show was on Friday. The state show had 300 head in 1975 and 435 head in 1976. James Jorgenson won senior showmanship in 1975. In 1976, Alpha Clark III won both the district showmanship and state. The milk harvested from the show cows was sold and District VII received the income to keep them out of the red.

Alpha Clark Jr. has been Premier Exhibitor and Premier Breeder the most times, with Lee’s Woodland Farm a close second. However, no one farm dominated the Grand Champion award, each breeder had their memorable year. In addition to Clydal Fury Bella exhibited by Alpha Clark Jr., McBain, winning three consecutive years, twenty-two years later, Jenesis Durham Kaylee exhibited by Tom and Jackie Barends, Fremont, also won champion honors three consecutive years in the mid 2000s. In 1987, Marylee Mark Magic exhibited by Mike Lee of Marion was the District VII Junior Champion, Junior Champion at the Michigan State Fair and went on to place 6th in her class at Madison. In 1981, Clydal Excellency Blacky was shown by Brian Clark of Sears. “Blacky” won District VII Grand Champion and went on to become the All-Michigan Grand Champion that year.

The District VII Show was a family event. Initially, most families either camped or slept in the barn, allowing more time for fellowship. “Show” and “Picnic” were almost synonymous as initially they were always together. From 1984 thru 1992, the picnic was held at a host farm in August, then in 1993, it became part of the show again. Last year, the show was very well attended by spectators. Afterward, participants as well as spectators, all shared in the great meal prepared by Ebel’s. Until 2005, Junior activities were held the evening prior to the show coordinated by Linda Clark Sherman and Rosemary Stieg. A judging contest and name the cow parts for the little ones, was followed by a hot dog roast.

How has the show changed over the years? The exhibitor number used to be on the white paper hat, not on a back tag or show harness. The district always provided free photos for class winners. Until 1984, professional photographers were hired and then Marlene Clark took the photos for many years. Some of you may remember the show program cover that the State Association provided, compliments of Michigan Animal Breeders Cooperative, forerunner of Northstar Select Sires, for all the district shows until 1993. It had the unique drawing of the Holstein cow with Michigan & the Great Lakes on her side, plus photos of the All-Michigan Show Champion and the District Grand Champions from the previous year. Inside the cover were more photos and information of

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Marylee Pontiac Marvel was Grand Champion in 1994 for the Mike Lee family. Lee’s Woodland Farm was Premier Exhibitor fi ve times and Premier Breeder seven times of the District VII Show.


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LOUIS MCNEILLY His foundation cow was Diamond Tower RA Design. His employer Norman Maney in Evart offered him the opportunity to choose a calf as part of this pay and he chose “Design”. From this cow, the offspring transmitted style & type. Louis & Aletha McNeilly were Premier Breeders in 1975 and Premier Exhibitors in 1971, 1972 & 1975. The McNeilly family had Grand Champion honors in 1971 with Twinhouse Celebrity Dale. In 1983, McNeilly Pete Pandora was the reserve Champion who went on to be Grand Champion in 1984.

THE MOLHOEK FAMILY They lost their herd to PBB in 1975. After rebuilding the herd, they began showing at District VII. In 1983, they had the 1st place JuniorYearling heifer. In 1984, Molhoek’s were honored with fi rst place in both the Junior calf and Senior calf classes. In 1985, their fi rst excellent cow was End Road Bell Blossom, who goes back to a cow purchased at the AIO Sale.

GROSS BROS In 1985, Janeland Elve Candy was the 1st Jr. 2 yr. old and their Melridge Wayne Lily was 1st 5 yr. old and Reserve Champion.

GROSS FARMS They exhibited four Grand Champions thru the years: 1985---Fayne Bellevernon Willow. 1988---Gross Farms LH Mars Apple. 1989---Gross Farms Delegate Mandy. 1991---Gross Farms Mandingo Simon.

RICH-LAYNE FARM From Morley, they exhibited theb Grand Champion of the Junior show in 1985: Rich-Layne Ulti Giant Micky Mo EX-90. They also had fi rst place dam & daughter, with the dam being Rich-Layne Finals My Micky EX90 2E. Unfortunately, Micky Mo died in an accident soon after the show.

The District VII breeders have been an active group over the years and continue to support the entire association. As we focus in on hosting the National Holstein Convention of 2018, District VII will likely be in the spotlight again as the event will be in their own back yard.

Patricia Hyde11872 Bailey RoadMorley, MI 49336

[email protected]

Shaun & Betty Hyde11766 Bailey RoadMorley, MI 49336

Shaun 989.287.2660231.856.7303

2-Year PBR HerdHerd Classifi cation 5 EX • 19 VG • 21 GP • BAA 107.4

Visitors Welcome

2-Year PBR HerdHerd Classifi cation 5 EX • 19 VG • 21 GP • BAA 107.4

Moram Shasta Sanchez GalaTwo-year-old, fresh in February, backed by 11 generations of VG or EX

Dam: Moram Shast Talent Gabby-ET VG-85Grand Dam: Mar-Ro-Del RBN Shasta Babe EX-90

Mar-Ro-Del RBN Shasta Babe EX-90

Consignment for the Michigan Spring Foundation Sale


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From The President

ey There,

For those of you who don’t know much about me, my given name is Dwight but most people know me as Ike. Apparently, I was a campaign promise some 60 years ago and was named after President Eisenhower. After graduating from Ovid-Elsie High School, I spent four years in the U S Marines and got married and started a family. My wife Mary and I just celebrated our 40th anniversary. We have four children and 9 grandchildren. The reason I wasn’t at the annual meeting was, Mary and I went to North Carolina, where our youngest is in the Marines to see our newest granddaughter, who was born in December. From there we went to Fort Benning Georgia where we saw our oldest grandson graduate from boot camp.

I went to work at Green Meadow Farms in 1987 when Duane Green was the president of Holstein USA and worked my way up to the position of herd manager where I’m at today.

I would like to thank those who voted to make me president at the annual meeting. Tammy VanHaitsma, your new vice president, and I will need your support in the next two years. As we move closer to hosting the national convention in 2018, we as MHA members will need to step up and do all we can to ensure that the convention is a success and one of the most memorable conventions in recent times. We will need to

HMichigan Holstein Association

continue to showcase our great Michigan Holsteins at our two state shows and work to build our spring sale into a national caliber sale. Last summer we held a picnic for the members and I hope we can continue to do that so that we all can get to know each other in a social setting without the pressures that go with a show or sale.

As we weather this year of less than wonderful milk prices, we need to remember that getting rich wasn’t why we got into the dairy business. I’d like to think that for most of us it was for the love of the great Holstein cow!

I’ll be seeing you around,

IkeIke Hunt, President Michigan Holstein Association


Michigan Spring Foundation SaleApril 8th, 2016 11:00 AM • MSU Livestock Pavilion, East Lansing • Managed by Michigan Holstein Association

Pine-Tree 2149 Robst 4846 VG-86 2YR DOMThe sister to Powerball-P, Missouri, Monterey, Cash ow, Mandate and

many more popular AI sires, her June 2015 Silver daughter sells. ~Country Dairy

Posey-Creek Juror Ivy EX-91 Her fresh Brokaw daughter sells.

~Posey Creek

Luck-E Talent Tamara EX-94 A fancy June De ant x Talent daughter with excellence in her pedigree.

~Oak eld Corners Dairy

Rosa-Myst MooMoo Cup 2015 Reserve All Michigan Winter Heifer Calf.

~Keagan Long

PLUS...A December Rubicon X VG Supersire in Swampy-Hollow Hope VG-84.

~Jerry Jorgenson

First choice of three Goldwyn calves due in early March from Tri-Koebel Damion Mooville EX-93 2E.

~Tri-Koebel

In addition...There are several exciting consignments from: • WestVale-View • Double Eagle • MilkSource • Tumbleweed

• TriWeilers • Sonray Acres • Rod-er-dic • End Road • Daybreak Dairy • Russelway • Green Meadows

• Moram Holsteins• Joe Higgins • Paul Farms • Armcrest • Pine-Tree Dairy• Winterfi eld

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Michigan Spring Foundation SaleApril 8th, 2016 11:00 AM • MSU Livestock Pavilion, East Lansing • Managed by Michigan Holstein Association

Seeking ConsignmentsThe Michigan Holstein Association (MHA) is managing the

2015 spring sale of approximately 80 head. We are seeking consignments for top pedigreed, show-aged

heifers, genomic or good quality cattle for the sale.

Michigan Holstein AssociationIke Hunt, Chairman 989-862-4864

Moss McCauley, Co-Chairman 616-446-2670

Friday, March 27, 201511:00 A.M. EST

MSU Pavilion Lansing, MI

Eric Westendorp, Chairman269-838-9975

Friday, April 8, 2016 11:00 AM

The online catalog can be found at dairyagendatoday.com with online bidding provided by cowbuyer.com

The Spartan Spectacular will follow the Michigan Spring Foundation Sale and will also have online bidding through cowbuyer.com

June Atwood X Cowtown Durham Luella EX-94 X Eleeta Skybuck Lucy EX-95 full sister to OCD Atwood Lullaby (Pictured).

~Oak eld Corners Dairy

Luck-E Advent Kandie-Red EX-95 Her fancy fall calf by Okalif is o ered and backed by 3 EX dams.

~Luck-E Holsteins

T-C-G Advt Rapsody Red-ET Dam of Bosside Veola-Red-ET, a fresh 2-Year-Old

~Anna Moser

Mar-Ro-Del RBN Shasta Babe EX-90Granddam of a fresh 2-Year-Old that sells. Backed by 11 generations

of VGs and EXs.~Moram Holsteins & Rustic Jerseys

Sale Contacts: Eric Westendorp 269-838-9975 Stan Moser 517-404-3559 Moss McCauley 616-446-2670

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1. ELIGIBILITY: All animals exhibited at shows must be accompanied by the registration

certificate;; no photostatic copies will be accepted. All animals must be registered by the Holstein Association of America or the Holstein Association of Canada or the American Jersey Cattle Association. Ownership shall be established by the name on the certificate of registry or the presentation of the certificate of registry along with a signed and completed transfer and fee, which will be forwarded to the respective association. Each Holstein animal must be at least 87%-RHA.

2. JUNIOR MEMBERS: Holstein Junior members must have project animals registered in their name and they must show their animal, or have another junior member show their animal to compete in the junior division and to qualify for the junior ribbons in the class. Holstein Show Ownership - Animals two years and over must be prior to January first of the year shown. Ownership of animals less than two years old must be prior to June first of the year shown. All animals exhibited in sho wmansh ip must be owned by the junior sho wperso n.

3. YOUTH CLASSES: Youth classes include 1,2,3,4,5,6,8,9,10,11,12,13,14,15,16,17 and 18. The Junior and Reserve Junior Champion will be selected from the first and second place winner from classes: 1,2,3,4,5, and 6. The Intermediate and Reserve Intermediate Champion will be selected from the first and second place winners from classes 8,9,10,11 and 12. Senior and Reserve Senior Champion will be selected from the first and second place winners from classes 13,14,15,16,17 and 18. Grand and Reserve Grand Champion will be selected from the Junior, Intermediate and Senior Champions.

4. HE ALTH CERTIFICATES: Michigan official Health Rules must be observed. All cattle exhibited must be free of contagious and infectious disease including extensive ringworm, scab, mange, and warts. Cattle under quarantine are not eligible for exhibition. All decisions regarding health of any animals shall be made by the official veterinarian and implemented by the show chairman.ALL CATTL E MU ST HAVE AN OFFICIAL RFID TAG.

5. DHI RECORDS: It shall be the responsibility of each exhibitor to make available all registrations, health or DHI sheets.

6. SHOW AUTHORITY: The Show Committee, Michigan Holstein Association and the Michigan Jersey Cattle Club, its agents reserve the final and absolute right to interpret the rules and regulations of the show and will settle all matters in connection with the show.

7. EXHIBITORS: All show people are encouraged to display a standard exhibitors card harness with class number clearly visible, and are encouraged to wear white pants/jeans or skirt.

8. POINT SYSTEM: The point system for determining Premier Breeder and Premier Exhibi-tor Awards shall be as follows:

Placing 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th 7th 8th 9th 10thJr. Females, Dry Cows 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1Sr. Females 20 18 16 14 12 10 8 6 4 29. PREMIER BREE DER AWARD: The Premier Breeder award is presented to the breeder of

no more than 6 animals, all shown in the single classes, which total the most points. No entry is required and the winner need not be an exhibitor at the show nor the owner of the point-winning animals. BREEDER DEFIN ED: The owner of the dam at the time of service shall be considered the breeder. Where animals are registered in the names of different members of a family residing on one farm and where the herd is one unit, all animals shall be considered bred by that unit.

10. PREMIER EXHIBITOR AWARD: The Premier Exhibitor award is presented to the exhibitor of no more than six animals. all shown in the single classes, which total the most points. EXHIBIT OR DEFIN ED: The exhibitor must be the owner or member of a partnership owning the animal. Where animals are registered in the names of different members of a family residing on one farm and where the herd is one unit, all animal may be considered exhibited by that unit.

11. SUBSTITUTIONS: Substitutions may be made both in and out of respective classes. Changes must be made before the close of entries.

12. FIRST BRED AND OWNE D: First place bred and owned animals will be recognized for the highest placing animal bred and owned by the exhibitor, as determined by registration certificate. Breeder is to be determined as the owner of the dam at the time of service;; where a herd is registered in the names of different members of a family residing on one farm, where the herd is one unit and everyone is using the same prefix, all entries may be considered as Bred and Owned by Exhibitor.

13. DRY COWS: Entries in dry cow classes must have produced a live calf within 18 months or prove to be with calf. A cow shown dry must have been reported dry on DHI records or any cow that was last fresh 280 days or more, prior to the date of the show, may be shown at the option of the exhibitor in either the dry or milking cow class. The DHI sheet must accompany animals to be shown in the dry cow classes.

1- WINTER HEIFER CALF-born after November 30, 2015 and before March 1, 2016.

2- FALL HEIFER CALF- Born after August 31, 2015 and before December 1, 2015.3- SUMMER YEARLING HEIFER- born after May 31, 2015 and before September 1, 2015.

4- SPRING YEARLING HEIFER- born after February 28, 2015 and before June 1, 2015.5- WINTER YEARLING HEIFER- born after November 30, 2014 and before March 1, 2015.

6- FALL YEARLING HEIFER- born after August 31, 2014 and before December 1, 2014.**A- JU NIOR AND RESERVE JUNIOR CHAMPION - JUNIOR SHOW: from the calf and yearling

classes. First and second place animals will be considered.

**B- JUNIOR AND RESERVE JUNIOR CHAMPION- OPEN SHOW: from the calf and yearling

classes, first and second place animals will be considered.

7- JUNIOR BEST THREE FEMALES- from the calf and yearling classes, all must be bred and at least one owned by exhibitor.

8- NON-LACTATING JR TWO YR OLD- Please note: this entry is not considered for any champion

ribbon. Born 3-1-14 through 8-31-14.

9- JUNIOR TWO YEAR OLD COW- born after February 28, 2014 and before September 1, 2014.10- SENIOR TWO YEAR OLD COW- born after August 31, 2013 and before March 1, 2014.

11- JUNIOR THREE YEAR OLD COW- born after February 28, 2013 and before September 1, 2013.

12- SENIOR THREE YEAR OLD- born after August 31, 2012 and before March 1, 2013.

**C-INTERMEDIATE AND RESERVE INTERMEDIATE CHAMPION-JUNIOR SHOW- from

classes 8-12. First and second place animals will be considered.

**D-INTERMEDIATE AND RESERVE INTERMEDIATE CHAMPION-OPEN SHOW-from classes

8-12. First and second place animals will be considered.

13- FOUR YEAR OLD COW- born after August 31, 2011 and before September 1, 2012.

14- FIVE YEAR OLD COW- born after August 31, 2010 and before September 1, 2011.

15- AGED COW- born before September 1, 2010.

16- 125,000 POUND COW- any cow, any age, with official lifetime credits over 125,000 pounds of milk as of show day as verified by DHI records or performance pedigree.

17- DRY COW**E- SENIOR AND RESERVE SENIOR CHAMPION-JUNIOR SHOW- from classes 13-17. First and second place animals will be considered.

**F- GRAND AND RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION FEMALE-JUNIOR SHOW- Junior, Intermedi-ate and Senior Champions will be considered.

**G-SENIOR AND RESERVE SENIOR CHAMPION-OPEN SHOW- from classes 13-17 First and second place animals will be considered.

**H- GRAND AND RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION FEMALE-OPEN SHOW- Junior, Intermediate and Senior Champions will be considered.

**I- BEST UDDER OF SHOW- from the best uddered animals in the individual classes. One award will

be presented.

**J- GRAND AND RESERVE BRED BY EXHIBITOR IBITOR - from the first place animals in the individual classes.

18- DAIRY HERD- four milking or dry cows all owned by the exhibitor.

19-- THREE BEST FEMALES-all three must be bred and at least one owned by exhibitor.

20- PRODUCE OF DAM-two offspring, any age, from the same dam. May be owned by more than one exhibitor. One bull permitted.

21- DAM AND DAUGHTER-any cow and one of her female off spring, any age, may be owned by more than one exhibitor.

**K- PREMIER EXHIBITORIBITOR AWARD- The exhibitor winning the most point on six or less

animals.

**L- PREMI ER BREEDER AWARD- The exhibitor winning the most points on six or less animals.

Please note: Anyone who owes the Michigan Holstein Association or the Michigan

Dairy Cattle News more that $100 and is over 90 days delinquint will not be able

to show in any state sponsored show including the Great Lakes Spring Show.

Any person and/or immediate family member of a person who owes the Michigan

Jersey Cattle Club or the Michigan Dairy Cattle News more than $50 and is over

90 days delinquent will not be able to show in any state sponsored show including

the Michigan Jersey Show. The debt must be paid by close of entries.

............Showmanship (Age as of day of show)

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The 2016 Great Lakes Regional Dairy conference attracted over 450 dairy industry enthusiasts to Mount Pleasant, Michigan on February 4-6th to hear about the global dairy market and learn from other dairy producers on various topics vital to production and profi tability.

Market prices were on every dairymen’s mind and Christophe LaFougere of GIRA, a strategic consultancy and market research fi rm, provided a global outlook for dairy markets and summed up his comments with “We will never see the prices of 2014 again.” He explained that 2014-15 has shown us that it is when a number of events come together that commodity prices become highly volatile. This is even more the case when it happens near the end of a three-year price cycle. He went on to explain that the recent debacle in world markets is probably over now. Its immediate causes have now been digested by world markets by widening the client base, diversifying the product mix and returning to reasonable prices. LaFougere said we can probably expect prices to return to their ‘comfort zones’ relatively soon.

A genomics panel discussion led by Corey Geiger, the Managing Editor of Hoards Dairyman included dairymen from New York to California. Hailing from Oakfi eld Corners, New York was Johnathan Lamb of Oakfi eld Corners Dairy while Steve Maddox of Maddox Dairy came in from California. The Michigan producers included Luke Haywood of Sand Creek Dairy in Hastings and Gary Blair of Double Eagle Dairy in Middleton.

The discussion centered around how they use genomic testing to improve their herds and the importance of good genetics. A genomic test evaluates DNA from cattle to identify genes infl uencing production traits, hair color and animal health and viability.

The panel concurred that the identifi cation of animals is extremely important and using the best genetics will always improve your herd quickly along with using the genomic tools that are available. Their mating criteria varied according to what factors they emphasized as important. Maddox focuses on type, functionality and production in his herd while Haywood of Sand Creek Dairy leans more toward production and health traits. Human resources are a valuable asset to any farm

and a presentation and panel discussion including John Mueller of Willow Bend Farm of New York and Tom Oesch of Swiss Lane Dairy in reinforced the importance of treating employees like family. John Mueller commented, “Sometimes you just have to smile even when you don’t feel like it and the Golden Rule applies 100 percent of the time when interacting with employees.”

Henk deVor of deVor Dairy in Decker, gave a compelling presentation to a standing room only crowd on how they rebuilt their dairy after a tornado touched down in the summer of 2015. deVor explained that twelve hours after the tornado touched down in the center of the 3,500 cow dairy, three competing milk equipment companies rallied together to facilitate an operational milking parlor and two hours later they were rebuilding what was lost. Over 200 volunteers showed up to help with clean-up and twenty-one workers were on the job six days a week, working twelve hour days for six months to get the farm fully operational again. deVor emphasized the importance of a good insurance policy especially when disaster strikes.

When the spotlight shifted to recognition, Hank Choate of Cement City was named the 2016 Michigan State University Dairy Farmer of the Year while Louis and Rosemarie Stieg of Hersey were named Michigan Holstein Association’s Master Breeder. The 2017 Great Lakes Regional Dairy Conference will be held February in Frankenmuth, at the Bavarian Inn. For more information visit http://glrdc.msu.edu/

2016 Great Lakes Regional Dairy Conference

Steve Maddox – Steve Maddox of Maddox Dairy in California gave an overview of the differences between dairying in the west and the Midwest.

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District VIIDistrict VIIEarly ConsignmentsEnd-Road Layne Begum-ET DOB 12/30/12Sire: Kellercrest Super Layne-ETDam: End-Road Planet Betha-ET VG-85

End-Road Hill Bristol-ET GP-82DOB 2/21/2012Sire: Lotta-Hill Shottle 41-ETDam: End-Road Champ Bea-ET GP-83

End Road Votto 2144-ET DOB: 4/12/15Sire: De-Su Shan Votto 11607-ETDam: End-Road Supersire Baia-ET

End Road Harpoon-P 2161-ET DOB: 6/30/2015Sire: Hermanvll Harpoon-P-ETDam: Springhill-OH Bowser Ice-ET VG-87

End Road Oak Ireland-ET DOB: 2/20/2014Sire: Pine-Tree Altaoak-ETDam: Springhill-OH Bowser Ice-ET VG-87

Duane Molhoek received the 2016 Dairy Shrine Hall of Fame.

Congratulations

District VIITop-Of-Michigan SaleSaturday, April 23, 2016 at 11:00 AM Isabella Co. Fairgrounds, Mt. Pleasant, MI

W-R-L Marty Jenaya 8626-ET GTPI 2291 DOB 10-06-15Full Sister to W-RlL Marty Jeziree 8617 and Grand Daugh-ter of W-R-L Super January 8228-ET VG-87

W-R-L Yance Latifah 8451 GTPI 1978 DOB 2-09-14Sire: 7H9925 YanceDam: W-R-L Socrates Lena 8091 GP-84

W-R-L Yance Vanessa 8473GTPI 1835 DOB 5-29-14Due 5-28-16 to 7H10721 BookemSire: 7H9925 YanceDam: W-R-L Bronco Vixen 8303 G-79

W-R-L Abram Lucy Lynn 8481GTPI 1920 DOB 7-08-14Due 6-7-16 to 7H11477 McCutchenSire: 7H9900 AbranDam: W-R-L Alan Lark 8222 VG-87

To consign or request a catalog, please contact Mark at 231-510-0764.

Steve Gross received the “Atta Boy “ Award

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We are looking forward to 2016 with great anticipation and a lot of changes. One thing that we never take for granted or not believe in is our great ladies we have been blessed to take care of each day.

Our consignment to the Michigan Spring Foundation Sale is the best young cow we have bred to date. She is our daughter’s cow out of one of her cows, a Drake that went EX-90 last month and Star, in her own right went VG-86 in every breakdown. Th e classifi er said that she is one of the best he had seen that month. She is bred back and due the fi rst of June to Citation-P-Red, it could be a red calf and polled.

It is hard selling the best but we practice what Horace Backus always says, “Sell the best and breed the rest.”

Look her up in East Lansing in April, you won’t be disappointed. Better yet, take her home for the kids to win all the county fairs next summer and maybe bigger shows!

~ B & W Dreams, e Higgins Family

We are looking forward to 2016 with great anticipation and a lot of changes.

“Life is simple when you live black and white”

B&W Dreams Joe Higgins and Family

370 TrumanBarryton. Michigan

231-335-6036

B&W Dreams Clarks StarDOB 06/01/2013Registration number 142471601

187 DIM 11,067 460 F 4.2% 1-11 Proj 305 D 22,203. 1,016 F 4.6%Pregnant due 6-22 to Citation-P-Red

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Visitors Are Always Welcome!

Classifi cation Highlights

NOW EXCELLENT• Westvale-View Sandchez Jodi-ET EX-90 345D • 3X • 37,983 • 3.4F • 1280F • 2.8P • 1076P 2014 Futurity Winner• Westvale-View Observe An Angel EX-90 93MS• Westvale-View Iota 1641 (Hope) EX-90• Mybrook Harry Naldia EX-90

2+ Lacations That Scored Better • 20 2nd Lactation Cows raised to VG• 8 Cows raised up that were VG

2-Year-Olds• Westvale-View Mayfi eld Leali VG-86• Westvale-View Mogul Raina VG-86• Westvale-View MCTN Ally VG-85• Westvale-View R Snow VG-85• Westvale-View SMRK Whoopi-ET VG-85• Westvale-View Cutchen 1873 VG-85

22 GP 2-Year-Olds

Classifi cation HighlightsClassifi cation HighlightsWestvale-View Sandchez Jodi-ET EX-90

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Hi Melissa,

I’d like a full color, full page ad with the Michigan Spring Foundation Sale logo included. I’ve attached a previous ad for style reference, I’d like the logo and contact info at the bottom to be the same as prior. My farm logo is also attached, I will send the cow pics in a separate email. I will get Ivy’s lactation info and will forward it by the end of the week. Let me know if you have any questions. Th ank you!

Verbiage for the ad, ok to edit/rearrange:

Your Chance to Join the “Ivy” League - Make a Smart PurchaseMI Spring Sale consignments from our favorite cow, Posey-Creek Juror Ivy EX 912015 All-Michigan 5 year old cow2013 Reserve Intermediate Champion, MI Spring Show3rd place Sr 2, 2012 All-Michigan ShowDaughters by: Alexander, Lauthority, Brokaw, Armani and due June 2016 with an Atwood heifer!

Off ering:June 2014 Brokaw daughter, will be fresh sale dayJune 2015 Armani daughterTh ese heifers are backed by 7 generations EX/VG!

Hi Melissa,

I’d like a full color, full page ad with the Michigan Spring Foundation Sale logo included. I’ve attached a previous ad for style reference, I’d like the logo and contact info at the bottom to be the same as prior. My farm logo is also attached, I will send the cow pics in a separate email. I will get Ivy’s lactation info and will forward it by the end of the week. Let me know if you have any questions. Th ank you!

Verbiage for the ad, ok to edit/rearrange:

Your Chance to Join the “Ivy” League - Make a Smart PurchaseMI Spring Sale consignments from our favorite cow, Posey-Creek Juror Ivy EX 912015 All-Michigan 5 year old cow2013 Reserve Intermediate Champion, MI Spring Show3rd place Sr 2, 2012 All-Michigan ShowDaughters by: Alexander, Lauthority, Brokaw, Armani and due June 2016 with an Atwood heifer!

Off ering:June 2014 Brokaw daughter, will be fresh sale dayJune 2015 Armani daughterTh ese heifers are backed by 7 generations EX/VG!Th ese heifers are backed by 7 generations EX/VG!Michigan Spring Sale consignments from Posey-Creek Juror Ivy EX-91

• June 2014 Brokaw daughter, will be fresh sale day• June 2015 Armani daughter• These heifers are backed by 7 generations EX/VG!

Your Chance To Join The

I’d like a full color, full page ad with the Michigan Spring Foundation Sale I’d like a full color, full page ad with the Michigan Spring Foundation Sale

“Ivy” League“Ivy” LeagueMake A Smart Purchase

Posey-Creek Juror Ivy EX-91• 2015 All-Michigan 5 year old cow• 2013 Reserve Intermediate Champion, MI Spring Show• 3rd Place Sr 2, 2012 All-Michigan Show• Daughters by: Alexander, Lauthority, Brokaw, Armani and due June 2016 with an Atwood heifer!

“Ivy” LeagueSeeking ConsignmentsThe Michigan Holstein Association (MHA) is managing the







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Mason & KatelynSiblings Mason and Katelyn Horning enjoy their Three-A-Day Dairy servings at the Great Lakes Regional Dairy

Conference

Caught on Camera

Mason & Katelyn

Sherry & SuzanneSherry Meyers retired as the president of the Michigan Holstein Association. MHA Executive Secretary Suzanne Tuttilia presents her with a gift of appreciation.

Caught on Camera

Joe & His Angels Joe Domecq and his angels were on display at the recent GLRDC as they were recognized for their e orts as the MSU 4 year Collegiate Dairy Judging Team. From left Kelly Raterink,, Louise Vanderploeg, Dr Joe Domecq, Laura Lubeski and Allison Pung

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Shaun & Sherry Shaun Hyde was recognized for his service to the MHA Board of Directors receiving a retirement gift from Sherry Meyer.

Ladies Trio Sherry Oswalt, Stephanie Shafer and Jennifer Lewis visiting at the GLRDC

MSU Dairy Farmer The MSU Dairy Farmer of the Year is Hank Choate of Cement City. He was surrounded by his family when he received the award at the recent GLRDC. From left: Katie Choate, Hank Choate, Stacy Hughes, Brandon Hughes.

to the MHA Board of Directors receiving a retirement gift from Sherry Meyer.

Joe, Amber & Kim Joe Domecq, Amber Black, Kim Billman and Mary Costigan enjoy a moment to visit at the Michigan Jersey Cattle Club Meeting.

Ambassadors These young ladies will represent the dairy producers in Michigan for the next year as they promote and serve the dairy industry from coast to coast

A-Day Dairy servings at the Great Lakes Regional Dairy Conference The Rupprecht Family

Elizabeth and Drew with son, Braxton at the recent Michigan Jersey Cattle Club Annual Meeting.


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Ten dairy youth kicked off their year of dairy promotion and outreach as Michigan dairy ambassadors during the Great Lakes Regional Dairy Conference (GLRDC) in Mt. Pleasant, Mich. on Friday, Feb. 5.

Seven high school junior dairy ambassadors-Cindy Alexander of Carsonville, Kristen Burkhardt of Fowlerville, Mackenzie DeLong of North Branch, Miriah Dershem of St. Johns, Jessica Nash of Elsie, Allison Schafer of Westphalia, Elyse Zimmerlee of Bellevue-and three college senior dairy ambassadors- Kayleigh Gratz of Allegan, Suzanna Hull of North Adams, Charlene McAlvey of Owosso-spent the day training for their upcoming role as dairy advocates. Ambassadors participated in various trainings and workshops from resources available through the United Dairy Producers of Michigan (UDIM) to active listening skills, preparing effective promotional soundbites and social media 101. Ambassadors will take part in further trainings and represent the dairy industry at promotional and outreach events throughout the year.

During the training, candidates were evaluated on their application, their personal introductions, pick-a-question answer and rounded out the day with a 10-minute interview with the judges. The high scoring junior and senior were named the 2016 dairy ambassador representatives.

Kristen Burkhardt a junior at Fowlerville high school was named the 2016 junior Dairy Ambassador Representative and will receive a $1,000 scholarship after her year of service. Charlene McAlvey a junior at Michigan State University was named the 2016 senior Dairy Ambassador Representative and will receive a $1,500 scholarship after her year of service.

“I appreciate the enthusiasm the 2016 ambassador candidates have for the dairy industry. An industry that is, at times, highly scrutinized. People excited about growing the industry is exactly what we need to promote a positive image.” Scott Ferry, dairy farmer, promoter and ambassador judge said.

The ambassadors and representatives were announced Feb. 5 during the GLRDC’s Michigan Dairy Industry Recognition Night. The ambassador

Michigan Dairy Ambassador Program Names Two 2016 Representatives

representatives were selected based on each ambassador’s application, professional introduction, interview and participation throughout the training. The GLRDC established the Michigan Dairy Ambassador Scholarship and Leadership Program in 2006. The program provides future young dairy leaders with an opportunity to develop communication, promotion and leadership skills while representing the dairy industry in person and online.To learn more about the Michigan Dairy Ambassador Scholarship and Leadership Program, visit www.glrdc.msu.edu.

Michigan Dairy Ambassadors gather after their training during the Great Lakes Regional Dairy Conference. Pictured above: fi rst row (left to right) Kristen Burkhardt, Charlene McAlvey, Suzanna Hull, Cindy Alexander, Elyse Zimmerlee. Second row (left to right): Mackenzie DeLong and Kayleigh Gratz. Third row (left to right) Allison Scafer, Miriah Dershem and Jessica Nash.


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Join us at the Spartan Spectacular!Selling in the Spartan Spectacular is our full-age Dempsey summer yearling out of SJ-REED TNT SPRINTZ-RED-ET, maternal sister to SJ-REED COL SOLSTICE-RED-ET and daughter of RI-VAL-RE ADV SUSHI-RED-ET, Excellent 91 2E Ex Mammary. Backed by 6 generations of VG or EX.

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Michigan Holstein Association (MHA) annually recognizes one of its members for their contributions to the industry and for their work in improving the Holstein breed. The 2015 MHA Master Breeder award was presented to Louis, Rosemarie and Evan Stieg of Hersey at the Great Lakes Regional Dairy Conference in Mount Pleasant, Michigan.

The Stieg’s prefi x, HOLGERS-LRS, tributes both Rose and Louis’ parental birthplaces of the Netherlands (HOL) and Germany (GER) respectively.

“This is quite an honor,” said Louis. “I want to thank everyone for considering us. There are numerous breeders in Michigan that I look up to and many people are deserving of the recognition.”

Rosemarie’s childhood was rooted in the registered dairy business through her father William Straathos. “My father was interested in cow families. I brought that into our farm and Louis took off with it and has been very successful with it,” Rose said. “In a way, I feel like I sort of won this for my dad. He would be very proud.”

From their beginning in 1979, each cow purchase has been a registered Holstein. An early purchase from the ELV Apache Ranch Dispersal was a yearling Ultimate heifer. Louis bred her to SWD Valiant, which proved to be an excellent decision. The mating produced Holger-LRS Valiant Starshine EX 92 EEEE DOM, who went on to produce four daughters that scored EX-91 or higher. One of those daughters, Holger-LRS Blackstar Star EX-92 EEEEE, remains one of the few Holsteins that has achieved 5E in her lifetime.

Another key purchase was Scientifi c Ignitor Charm in the early 2000’s from the Michigan Spring Foundation Sale consigned by Matt Nunes. A descendant of the Roxy family, Charm’s genetics are carried in over twenty-fi ve percent of today’s herd.

Sixteen cows carrying the Holger-LRS prefi x that are part of the breeding herd have achieved an excellent score along with two Dams of Merit and a Gold Medal Dam. In 1987, the Steig’s received their fi rst Progressive Breeder Award from the Holstein Association.

In 2012, their son Evan joined the farm. The decision was made at that time to move forward and build a free stall barn. “Our main goal for the project was cow comfort,”

Holstein Breeder of the Yearby Bev Berens

Louis said. By providing extra space at the bunk, adhering to a strict rule of one cow per stall, and increasing stall size by six inches in both length and width, Louis has seen production increase by about fi fteen pounds per cow daily. He attributes much of the increase to the details and measures they have taken to provide the most comfortable environment for their herd. “We have many older cows in the herd and we want to keep them for as long as we can. Because we didn’t have enough stalls, the younger cows didn’t always do as well.”

The farm has entertained many visitors since they moved into the new facility early last fall. “It is really an honor to have all these visitors come to see what we are doing for cow comfort,” Louis said.

Louis and Rosemarie agree that while the cattle and dairy have encompassed their entire lives, their biggest accomplishment is raising four children within the dairy industry. Along with Evan, three daughters---Kuirsta, Helena and Kendra--- grew up showing dairy cattle locally. “I believe it has a lot with who they are today. It kept them focused and we are proud of them,” Louis said.

Congratulations, Louis, Rosemarie and Evan Steig!

Cutline: Sherry Meyer (left) presents the Michigan Holstein Association Master Breeder Award to Louis and Rosemarie Stieg at the 2016 Great Lakes Regional Dairy Conference.

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In MemoriamGeorge Carl Erickson, age 86, of Whittemore passed away at his home, surrounded by the love of his family, on Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2015.

He was born on May 1, 1929 on the family farm to Earl and Mildred (Martin) Erickson. George will be remembered as a kind, generous and hard-working man committed to his wife, family, friends and the community. Working the fields and especially milking cows fulfilled his soul, yet his involvement with horses was his passion. He was an avid supporter of W-P athletics and always made time to attend and support the activities in which his children and grandchildren participated.He graduated from Whittemore High School in 1947 and married Betty Kangas in 1952. George was a member of the Whittemore-Prescott Board of Education for 25 years, the Iosco RESA Board of Education, the Independent Bank Board, the Conservation Board, Michigan Dairy Herd Improvement Association and the Iosco County Fair Board. He was a 4-H horse leader and served as a board member of the Michigan 4-H Council. He was a member of the Michigan Trail Rider’s Association, lifetime member of the NRA, a 35-year member of the Michigan Milk Producer’s Association and a member of the Michigan Farm Bureau since 1949.

George is survived by his wife, Betty; children, Cindy (Ian) LeVine of Williamston, Jeanie (Howard) Barriger of Prescott, Tim (Carole) Erickson of Rockford, Barb (Jeff) Janish of Whittemore and Jeff (Sandi) Erickson of Whittemore; grandchildren, Casey Preston, Carrie (Derek Oliver) Preston, Rodney (Carrie) Barriger, Jodi (Aaron) Fritzsche, Scott (Brandi) Barriger, Todd Barriger, Kelli (RJ) Boudro, Justin (Ana) Erickson, Jennifer (Derek) Dyer, Jordan Erickson, Theresa (Justin) Migut, Julie (Lucas) Hanson, Tyler Janish, Ashtyn Erickson and Brendan Erickson; 14 great grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Wayne, Neil, Bob and Lee; and sister, Wanda Allen.

George had received the District VII Lifetime Achievement Award in 2003 as a breeder of Registered Holstein cattle.

George J. Hazle, of St. Johns, died Monday, February 22, 2016 at the age of 87. He was born September, 3, 1928 in Ovid, MI the son of Wesley R. and Helen (Hoeve) Hazle. He graduated from Fowler High School, (1946) and Michigan State College Agricultural Short Course (1947 & 1948).

George was the proud owner of Golden-Knob Holsteins from 1963 to 2013. George also worked for Michigan DHIA as a supervisor and was an AI Technician for MABC. George was active in County and State 4-H dairy programs for 75 years as a member and leader. George was in many dairy and agricultural organizations. He was a member of the National and Michigan Holstein Association. George was a member of MMPA, NorthStar Co-op and Farm Bureau. He served on the Victor Township Board of Review and was a past member of the Clinton County Fair Board.

On November 25, 1950 he married Shirley Parker and she preceded him in death in July of 2014. He was also predeceased by his parents and two sisters, Ruth Milford and Hilda Sheldon. Surviving are two daughters, Dana Sue (Kevin) Kirk and Kathy Hazle all of St. Johns; three grandchildren, Kevin (Rachel) Kirk of Luna Nagel, CA, Dana (Andrea) Kirk of Dimondale, Lindsay (Calby) Garrison of Adrian; three great grandchildren, Carson and Wesley Garrison, Jeffrey Kirk with number four great grandchild on the way; two brothers, Chuck (Diane) Hazle of St. Johns, Richard Hazle of OH; one sister, Elaine (Don) Rawlings of TN and many nieces and nephews. Memorials may be made to Clinton County 4-H Dairy 1608 E. Silvers Rd. St. Johns, MI 48879 or the Michigan Dairy Memorial and Scholarship Foundation, Michigan State University, Anthony Hall, Room 2265, 474 S. Shaw Lane East Lansing, MI 48824. Make checks payable to MDMSF (A10901).


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A Deep-Ribbed Valentino Fall Calf born 9-20-15

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A 2-yr old Supersire who sells fresh• Dam: Rod-er-Dic Durable Glenda 3-0 VG-86• 2nd Dam: Rod-er-Dic Outside Glenda VG-86• 3rd Dam: Rod-er-Dic Raider Glenda EX-94A Deep-Ribbed Valentino Fall Calf A Deep-Ribbed Valentino Fall Calf

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MSU Pavilion Lansing, MIWatch forOur Fancy Red Factor Reality-Red Fall Calf heading to Mt. Pleasant to the Top of Michigan Sale straight

out of the Amy family4th Dam Rod-er-Dic Starbuck Ada 5E 94A Fancy, Full-Aged Gold Chip Fall Calf

born 9-8-15• Dam:Rod-er-Dic Ideal SSD Sami EX-91• 2nd Dam : Rod-er-Dic Ideal Samantha EX-92 2E• 3rd: Sold for dairy as 2-yr Old• 4th: Rod-er-Dic Ideal CS Pride EX-90

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Current Herd Averages: 479 cows | 29,880 Milk 3.9% 1050 Fat 3.5% 921 Protein 3.08% | 65,000 SCCCurrent Herd Averages: 479 cows | 29,880 Milk 3.9% 1050 Fat 3.5% 921 Protein 3.08% | 65,000 SCCCurrent Herd Averages: 479 cows | 29,880 Milk 3.9% 1050 Fat 3.5% 921 Protein 3.08% | 65,000 SCCCurrent Herd Averages: 479 cows | 29,880 Milk 3.9% 1050 Fat 3.5% 921 Protein 3.08% | 65,000 SCC

CONSIGNMENTSCONSIGNMENTSPedigree & PerformancePedigree

W-R-L Marty Jenaya 8626-ET GTPI 2291 DOB 10-06-15Sire: Pen-Col Marty-ET GTPI 2627Dam: W-R-L Mogul Jazette 8437-ET GTPI 2354Grand Dam: W-R-L Super January 8228-ET VG-87Full Sister to W-RlL Marty Jeziree 8617

W-R-L Yance Latifah 8451 GTPI 1978 DOB 2-09-14DHI Tested: 41 Days 123.4 3.0% 2.8%Sire: 7H9925 YanceDam: W-R-L Socrates Lena 8191 GP-84Lifetime: 1154 Days 97,480 Milk 3281 Fat 2953 ProteinFresh 1-07-16 and Doing Well

W-R-L Yance Vanessa 8473GTPI 1835 DOB 5-29-14Due 5-28-16 to 7H10721 BookemSire: 7H9925 YanceDam: W-R-L Bronco Vixen 8303 G-79 2-01 284 Days 22,460 3.8% 856 3.1% 690 3-01 252 Days 25,359 3.5% 895 3.0% 753 Due again 4-22-16

W-R-L Abram Lucy Lynn 8481GTPI 1920 DOB 7-08-14Due 6-16-16 to 7H11477 McCutchenSire: 7H9900 AbramDam: W-R-L Alan Lark 8222 VG-87 1-11 293 Days 23,412 3.9% 919 3.0% 693 2-10 301 Days 28,688 3.7% 1073 3.2% 907 3-10 426 Days 35,797 4.0% 1425 3.3% 1166 5-02 74 Days 8,384 4.6% 388 3.1% 264 Fresh again 11-1-15

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W-R-L Super January 8228-ET VG-872-02 3x 337 Days 31,453 3.4% 1075F 2.9% 922P3-03 3x 427 Days 43,026 3.4% 1450F 3.0% 1304P4-08 3x 234 Days 26,851 3.2% 849F 2.7% 732PCurrently milking 115lbs. and due 6-18-16 to Mogul

SELLING W-R-L Mogul Jaxin 8435-ETGTPI 2208 DOB 11-23-13DHI Tested: 27 DIM 108.7 3.9% 2.8%Sire: MogulDam: W-R-L Super January 8228-ET VG-87Fresh 1-21-16 and looking good. Will sell open

SELLING W-R-L Marty Jeziree 8617-ETGTPI 2367 DOB 9-29-15Sire: Pen-Col Marty-ET GTPI 2627Dam: W-R-L Mogul Jazette 8437-ET GTPI 2354Full sister to W-R-L Marty Jenaya 8626-ET








W-R-L Super January 8228-ET VG-87

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2016March 29- April 2, 2016 Spring Dairy ExpoAll Breeds Show and Sales at the Ohio State Fairgrounds, Columbus, Ohio.

April 8, 2016Michigan Spring Foundation SaleMSU Livestock Pavilion, East Lansing at 11:00 am

April 9, 2016Great Lakes Spring ShowMSU Livestock Pavilion, East Lansing at 8:30 am

Michigan Jersey Spring ShowMSU Livestock Pavilion, East Lansing at 8:30 am, alternating classes with Holsteins

June 13 - 17, 2016 National Ayrshire ConventionOklahoma City, Oklahoma

June 15-18, 2016 National Milking Shorthorn Convention Dublin, Ohio

June 23-27 2016 National Guernsey ConventionBloomington, MN

calendarJune 28 - July 1, 2016National Holstein ConventionSaratoga Springs, New York

June 29-July 2, 2016American Jersey Cattle Association and National All-Jersey Inc Annual MeetingsSan Diego, California

July 6-9, 2016National Brown Swiss ConventionOwatona, MN

July 18-22, 2016Michigan Dairy ExpoMSU Livestock Pavillion East Lansing

June 28 - July 1, 2017National Holstein ConventionBellevue, Washington

June 29 - July 3, 2018National Holstein ConventionTraverse City, Michigan

Issue Ad Deadline Summer May 10 Fall September 10 Winter December 10 Spring February 10

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Miss Centerfold Ressurection-ETDOB: September 4, 2015Sire: Rapid Bay RessurectionDam: Butterfi eld Champion Covergirl EX-93 5-09 365d 26816 5.2 1399 3.8 1017MGD: Butterfi eld Sunny Chita EX-90Then VG-82, EX-90, EX-90

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Starward FarmsStarward FarmsStarward FarmsBAA 108.4% • PBR 25 Years • RHA 28,016M 1083F 898P

Walter Gremel • 989.883.37729393 Canboro Rd., Sebewaing, MI 48759

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Three New Excellents• Starward Kolton Beanie @6-01 EX-91 EX-93MS 4-01 365 37,740M 4.5F 1704 3.4P 1270• Starward Picolo Jany @ 5-04 EX-91 EEVEV 4-0 307 26,500M 3.6F 970 3.3P 881• Starward Sid Jewel @3-07 EX-90 EEVVE 2-02 289 22,100M 4.5F 1002 3.4P 754Other NotablesThree Year Olds• Gibby by Atwood VG-88 EX-MS @3-06• Caylee by Guthrie VG-88 EX-MS @ 3-10

Need to Add a Little to Your Herd?

Selling in the Michigan Spring Foundation Sale Starward Fant Julisa-Red-ET GP-84 VG-87MS

2-11 284 22,222M 3.5F 784F 3.2P 711P RIPDue 4-24 to De ant

Dam by Advent VG-87 EX-MS4-08 365 28020M 3.6F 1003 3.1P 871 over 114,000 Lifetime

Second Dam by Johnson EX-91 EX-MS 3E2-01 365 23590M 3.0F 714 2.8P 669 over 126,000 Lifetime

Next two dams are GP-83 and EX-90 3E both over 155,000 Lifetime

• Ember Red by Dusk VG-87 EX-MS @ 3-07• Bunny by Detox VG-87 EX-MS @ 3-10• Jodee by Richman VG-88 EX-MS @ 3-11• Payton by Sid VG-88 EX-MS @3-07• Prisilla by Talent VG-87 VG-MS @ 3-07Two Year Olds• Fantasy by Gillispie VG-85 VG-MS @ 2-07•Iva by Dempsey VG-86 VG-88 MS @ 2-08• Lyra by Braxton VG-85 VG-MS @2-07• Trixie by Braxton VG-85 VG-MS @ 2-08• Leah by Dwight VG-85 VG-MS @ 2-07

January Classifi cation HighlightsBAA 108.4 Herd totals: 13 Excellent, 38 Very Good, 28 Good Plus









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