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Contents
•Fall 2026 •Volume 36 •Issue 3
Cover photo Cowlick Ranch, Olds AB
President’s Message .................................................8 Office Report ..............................................................9 Gelbvieh Association of AB/BC News .....................10 Man/Sask Gelbvieh Association News ...................12 Canadian National Junior Gelbvieh Show Resuts........................................................................21 Meet Your Judges: Farmfair International & Canadian Western Agribition .............................28-29 2026 Scholarship recipient - Amber Spay..............30 2026 Scholarship recipient - Colby Hollman..........32 Junior Achievements ...............................................33 2026 Dams of Merit & Distinction..........................34 CJGA News................................................................36
Feature Articles
14 Fairhaven Farms 16 Farming with Family & Faith Weaning Success: 18 Post Nutrition, Health, and Colt’s Experience At The Good Life in Grand Island
Stress Control
Financial 26 Whole-Farm Benchmarks: Set the profit goal first
Events & AD Index.....................................................37 Business Directory .............................................38-40 Honouring Those Who Have Passed........................41
Jen-Ty Gelbviehs, Duchess AB
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Canadian Board of Directors
Gelbvieh Association of AB/BC Reps
PRESIDENT Neil Overby Box 815 Ste Rose Du Lac, MB 431-233-3505 overbystockfarm@gmail.com
President & Jr. Incentive Olivia Koziak 780-835-0264 koziaklandandcattle@gmail.com Treasurer & 4-H Awards Malory Parrish gelbviehassocabbc@gmail.com gelbviehassocabbc4h@gmail.com
VICE PRESIDENT Duncan Pearson Box 589 Calmar AB T0C 0V0 780-220-5730 pearsongrainandcattle@gmail.com DIRECTORS Lorna Okell Box 627 Duchess AB T0J 0Z0 403-501-1019 jenty@eidnet.org
Vice President Drew MacDonell Secretary Amber Paulencu
ManSask Gelbvieh Association Reps
Ryan Kary Box 27 Site 7 RR3 Olds, AB T4H 1P4 cowlickranch121@gmail.com
President & Treasurer Ian Thackeray Box 1002 Weyburn SK S4H 2L0 306-861-7687 tgfis@sasktel.net
Vicky Horn RR 2 Thorsby, AB T0C 2P0 780-668-8425 vicky@tangleridgeranch.ca
Secretary Kimberly Little Box 116 Hazlet SK S0N 1E0 306-671-0009 mansaskgelbvieh@gmail.com
Braylen Blake Box 202 Glentworth, SK S0H 1V0 306-640-2204 braylen.blake@gmail.com Alexander Schultz Box 507 Hay Lakes, AB T0B 1W0 780-878-8187 akschultzranch@gmail.com Advertising Content The Gelbvieh Guide assumes no responsibility for the accuracy and truthfulness of submitted advertising copy, and has the right to refuse any ad copy or photos. Advertisers shall indemnify and hold harmless the Guide containing pedigrees or statements regarding performance must conform to records kept by the Canadian Gelbvieh Association. Copy deviating from official records may be changed as necessary without advertiser consent. Editorial Policy Opinions expressed are the writers and not necessarily those of the Gelbvieh Guide or Canadian Gelbvieh Association. Photos are welcome, but no responsibility is assumed during transit or while in the office. Publisher’s Statement: All statements, including product claims, are those of the person or organization making the statement or claim. The publisher does not adopt any such statement or claim as its own, and any such statement or claim does not necessarily reflect the opinion of the publisher.
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President’s Message Neil Overby
It’s great to be back involved with the Canadian Gelbvieh Association!
For the readers unfamiliar with me I’m Neil Overby, with my wife Deanne, sons Rory and Keenan, and daughter Liv we own Overby Stock Farm located near Ste. Rose du Lac, Manitoba. Our operation consists of registered Gelbvieh and Balancer cattle, grazing our own replacement/feeder yearlings, and custom heifers along with a small grain farm. We market coming 2 year old bulls every spring in a private treaty bull sale as well.
the market has insulated itself from political turmoil as we aren’t seeing dramatic price swings from trade dispute announcements, etc. This is a very positive sign for the stability of the industry going forward. Good luck to everyone marketing calves this fall and finishing up harvest. Also be on the lookout for the fall show season and female sales, these events showcase the best the Gelbvieh breed has to offer and an opportunity to purchase outstanding genetics. I look forward to meeting new Gelbvieh enthusiasts and seeing familiar faces this fall!
I became a member of the CGA in 2003 and Gelbvieh cattle have been integral to our operation for the past 2+ decades. As, if not more, important as the cattle are the people in the Gelbvieh community. It is rare to have a breed aligned with common goals to increase the breed’s footprint in the Canadian beef industry as Gelbvieh has and I feel this mentality will only grow stronger. The beef industry as a whole has never been stronger, not only are calf and feeder prices at or near all time highs but
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2026-2027 Board of Directors Left To Right: Braylen Blake, Ryan Kary, Alexander Schultz, Vicky Horn, Neil Overby, Duncan Pearson Missing: Lorna Okell
Office Report Sarah Van Schothorst
Genotyping services continue at the Global Institute for Food Security in Saskatoon, SK. The CGA is proud to offer a Canadian based reliable solution to our members ensuring security and accessability to both our samples and data domestically. We want to encourage memebrs to submit their DNA early and allow for the possibility of a second round of sampling and testing. Sample failures happen in a small percentage of samples and always have. Please ensure that you are following the directions for TSU sampling. We have a video on how to effectively take a TSU sample available on our website under Performance - DNA Testing. Planning ahead and getting your DNA work completed in advance of your own deadlines will help to avoid frustration and disappointment. If you have a bull sale before March 15, I would strongly encourage you to submit your samples by October 15. This will ensure you have your genomically enhanced EPDs for your sale catalogs and avoid any additional delays due to the
holiday season. If you have any questions feel free to contact the office. After the AGM in July, the board of directors for the Canadian Gelbvieh Association welcomed Lorna Okell - Jen-Ty Gelbviehs back on the board, Neil Overby - Overby Stock Farms, and Alexander Schultz - AKS Ranch. Please watch for photos and videos of quality Gelbvieh feeder cattle marketed through CGA social media. Sharing and liking the posts will help spread the word on the quality of Gelbvieh cattle being offered in the Canadian Beef industry. My family and I enjoyed attending the National Junior Show in Stettler. I appreciate all the effort that goes into planning such a well-run event. The programming and activities are a great opportunity for juniors to grow and learn as young cattle producers and members of the community. Congratulations to all of the junior participants. Alot of effort goes into participating in all of the activities and getting their cattle projects ready. It was a great display of Gelbvieh genetics and hard work, well done! I hope that you all have a nice fall and I look forward to seeing many of you at fall events.
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Gelbvieh Association of AB/BC News Olivia Koziak, President of the Gelbvieh Association of AB/BC
What a year. For many of us, the heavy moisture made for a very difficult hay season and start to harvest. My best wishes are with everyone in the fields, continuing to deal with the fallout of Mother Nature’s actions. I hope there is enough good feed to make it through the winter and a strong end to our calendar year. I would like to congratulate all the juniors who were at the Canadian junior show this summer. This summer was a strong display of the quality of cattle these juniors are bringing to town and the bright future our industry has in their hands. The junior Gelbvieh show is always a highlight for me, and it brings so much joy to everyone who helps organize it that it has become a major highlight for the juniors attending each year, too. As the fall run begins, Farm Fair planning is in full swing, and we look forward to the show this year. New this year are the date changes: Farm Fair week has moved to Thursday through Sunday, which has moved our Gelbvieh show day to Friday. Please join us on DLMS if you can’t attend in person to watch the show. For exhibitors, make sure you get your entries in before entries close on October 1st. If you’d like to support our show through sponsorship, please feel free to reach out to me or Tom Kulak.
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Our annual Wish List weekend will be hosted on December 4 & 5 and will continue to be in conjunction with the Canadian People’s Choice Bull Futurity. This weekend is a hub for breeder connections and marketing, female shopping, and discovering potential herdsires. The board is very excited for this year’s lineup and the opportunities available. Stay tuned for the catalogue, which will be available at the Gelbvieh booth at Farm Fair. The Junior Incentive has proven to be successful in getting females into the hands of our juniors to help them grow their own operation. This program benefits juniors by helping them purchase high-quality females at affordable prices through the breeder’s purse, and it helps consignors broaden the range of potential bidders. This program is supported solely by Alberta/BC Gelbvieh breeders through monetary donations. These donations go toward the breeder’s purse and are drawn the week of the Wish List for the winning junior to spend on a new purchase at the Wish List sale. If you would like more information or would like to enter the draw, please contact me at koziaklandandcattle@gmail.com or message us on the AB/BC Facebook page. I would like to wish everyone a smooth fall and look forward to seeing everyone in the aisles of Farm Fair and in the barn at Wish List!
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ManSask Gelbvieh Association News Kimberly Little, ManSask Secretary
Summer is coming to a close, and it’s hard to believe that harvest is already here. As many are into the hustle and bustle of the harvest season I want to take this opportunity to wish you all a bountiful crop. We welcome you all to join us at Agribition for what I’m sure will be an exciting show on November 25th at 1pm. Stop by the stalls after the show to meet breeders, and reminisce. Anyone interested in sponsoring a class at Agribition please contact Kim immediately. Nominations for purebred and or commercial breeder of the year need to be sent to Braylen Blake by October 15th. Presentation of awards will be held during the show at Agribition. We want to thank Lonesome Dove Ranch, Ross and Tara Davidison and family, for donating this year’s donation heifer, DRT LONESOME CRYSTAL BALL 22P. Your support is greatly appreciated and we would like to encourage everyone to have a look at this beautiful heifer and purchase your donation heifer tickets early. To purchase please contact Kim or Ian. See you all this fall as show and sale season comes upon us. Junior Activities at Agribition will include the following: 1. Monday November 23rd (Hand in Poster)- Graphic Design
DRT Lonesome Crystal Ball 22P
Thank you to Lonesome Dove Ranch. Ross and Tara
along with their children Cameron, Ash, Jaime, and Flynn have donated a gorgeous heifer calf to support the ManSask Association. To get your tickets for a chance to win this herd building female contact: Kim Little 306-671-0009 or You want to see a Ian Thackeray 306-861-7687 glimpse of this female
$10 / ticket
in your future!
E-transfers can be sent to mansaskgelbvieh@gmail.com Page 12 GG Fall 2026
Bring your best catalogue poster advertising for a bull sale in February 2027, this poster should advertise for you as a Gelbvieh producer in the future. What will your farm name be, maybe your herd tattoo letters. Let’s see how you see the future of the breed and your best advertising skills. 2. Tuesday November 24th - Interview, you will be partnered up with another junior and will use your cell phone or a parent’s cell phone to do a radio/ video interview with each other about the excitement of Agribition and what your favourite part of Agribition is. 3. Thursday November 26th - Quiz Bowl on Kahoot. Sign into Kahoot and take on the history of Gelbvieh, and all Gelbvieh and breeders quiz. You’ll have till 4pm to finish the quiz. Start studying those Gelbvieh history books, as you never know what questions will be in Kahoot. You will receive your pin number in the morning to log into the quiz. Prizes will be awarded Saturday November 27th. Thanks to Davidson Gelbvieh, and Bar GR Gelbvieh for being sponsors again this year. For more information and to sign up for junior events please contact Kim Little at (306)671-0009. Don’t forget to sign up for the Junior Beef Extreme and junior events for Agribition.
TRIPLE S CATTLE COMPANY
Consignors
Brett & Krystal Spray Preeceville, SK spray3cattle@sasktel.net 306-614-9049
TOWERVIEW RANCH
2.0 March
BUll Sale
15-16, 2027
Gary & Kerry Pahl Medicine Hat, AB gwpahl@outlook.com Towerviewranch.com 403-529-7745
BIG WEST GELBVIEH
B & R RANCH
Barry & Robin Mader Pritchard, BC b&r@telus.net 250-577-3486
7T CATTLE
Adam Nielsen Sylvan Lake, AB adam@dayspringcattle.com 403-588-9281
AKS RANCH
SILVER LINE CATTLE
DAYSPRING CATTLE
DUSTY ROSE CATTLE CO
Alexander & Kaylin Schultz COMPANY Steve Schiestel Hay Lakes, AB Sylvan Lake, AB akschultzranch@gmail.com steve@summitstrategies.ca aksranch.ca Silverlinecattle.com 780-878-8187 403-318-7472
Curtis & Sadye McCracken Dan & Marilyn Nielsen Darren Dunford Dapp, AB Entwistle, AB Sylvan Lake, AB curtis@valleyconcrete.ca info@dayspringcattle.com dustyrosecc@xplornet.com 780-542-0484 dayspringcattle.com 780-206-5918 403-396-0269
HIGH COUNTRY ACRES
Anne & Phil Bell Charlie Lake, BC highcountryacres871@gmail.com 250-787-5837
FJB GELBVIEH
Frank Barton Harris, SK bartonfrank22@yahoo.ca 780-679-9049
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Colt’s Experience at The Good Life in Grand Island Words by Colt Hrebeniuk
This past June, I had the opportunity to travel to Grand Island, Nebraska, to attend the AJGA Show. It was an incredible experience that allowed me to compete, learn new skills, and meet people from across North America who share the same passion for the beef industry. Throughout the week, I took part in many different competitions and hands-on activities that helped me grow both personally and as a cattle producer. One of the biggest parts of the trip was participating in the judging competitions, where I learned how to better evaluate cattle and explain my decisions. We also completed identification tests and disease tests, which challenged my knowledge of cattle health and breed characteristics. One of the
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most interesting activities was getting hands-on experience with artificial insemination. We learned how to properly load an AI straw into an artificial insemination gun, which gave me a better understanding of an important practice used throughout the cattle industry. Along with the educational activities, I competed in Quiz Bowl, creative writing, ad designing, showmanship, and fitting. One of the highlights of the week was placing 13th in the fitting competition, which was something I was proud of considering the high level of competition. Showmanship was another valuable experience that helped improve my confidence while presenting cattle in the show ring.
While I was in Grand Island, I had the chance to see many outstanding Balancer and Purebred Gelbvieh cattle. It was exciting to view high-quality genetics that any producer would be proud to have in their herd. Seeing these cattle gave me new ideas about what I would like to improve in our own program and showed me what some of the top breeders in the industry are producing. One of the best parts of the trip was making connections with people from different places. I learned that everyone has their own way of doing things, and it was interesting to see different management practices and ideas that I can hopefully bring back and apply to our own cattle operation. Those conversations showed me that there is always something new to learn, no matter how much experience someone has. I also want to thank the Larsons and the Sicklers for letting me help them throughout the week. I really appreciated the opportunity to work alongside them, gain more experience behind the scenes, and learn from people with so much knowledge in the cattle industry. Their support made the trip even more enjoyable and gave me another opportunity to grow.
AJGA Show allowed me to build skills, meet lifelong connections, and bring home new ideas that will benefit me and our cattle program for years to come. Overall, my trip to Grand Island was an unforgettable experience. I came home with new knowledge, valuable experience, stronger connections within the industry, and memories that I will carry with me into the future. It reminded me that there is always something new to learn, and it made me even more excited to continue being involved in the cattle industry.
I would also like to send a huge thank you to the CJGA for sponsoring this trip. Opportunities like this give kids like me the chance to grow, learn, and expand on something we have such a strong passion for in the cattle industry. Without support like theirs, experiences like this would not be possible for passionate young people like me. Being able to attend the
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Fairhaven Farms
Farming with Family and Faith Words by Joe Barnett
The west was beginning to boom. By 1880 the Transcontinental Railway had reached Medicine Hat and smaller settlements in the area were beginning to emerge. Stirling, Alberta was one of those. Located just 25 minutes southeast of Lethbridge and halfway between the Old Man River to the North and the Milk River to the South, Stirling today is home to roughly 1,100 people. Because of its proximity to Lethbridge, many of Stirling’s residents would consider Alberta’s largest village to be a bedroom community; however agriculture remains pivotal to the local economy. The dry, arid climate of the area has presented challenges to local farmers for generations. In the late 1800’s it was the need for water that spurred Stirling’s rapid development. Working together, prominent locals developed the Alberta Irrigation Company in 1896. Their plan was to construct a 50 mile irrigation canal from Stirling to the village of Magrath. The project was completed late in 1899 and the water was released into the canal two weeks ahead of schedule. With a water supply, farmers were able to flourish and the area was able to maintain a permanent settlement. The area had a great deal to offer thanks to water availability and the community of people. For years, newcomers were attracted to the area. In 1956, Willem and Mary Visser immigrated to Canada from the Netherlands. Within several years of arriving in Canada, they found their way to the village of Stirling and purchased a farm on the northern edge of town. It was 1961 and there they would raise their family and create a typical mixed family farm to meet the needs of the family complete with chickens, hogs, cattle, grain and sugar Page 16 GG Fall 2026
beets. In 1967, Willem was approached by a friend about the prospect of increasing the poultry aspect of the farm. Little did he know, that decision would become an integral part of the farm for generations to come. Much like many multi generational farms, the enterprise began to grow as the family did. Willem and Mary’s son Clarence became active in the operations of the farm. Working with his wife Liana, their footprint expanded. The number of seeded acres grew as did the broiler operation. The cowherd also increased to 60-80 mother cows and that became more of a focus. A major uncertainty existed across Canada in the early 90’s. The supply management system was under scrutiny and most farmers operating in the dairy and poultry industries were concerned. William Visser, part of the third generation shared,
“Dad saw that uncertainty as the right time to become more diversified. He had the mindset that diversity is strength.” The land and cattle portion of the farm was incorporated under the title of Fairhaven Farms in 1992. Before long, the third generation was becoming a driving force in the direction of Fairhaven. William, with his wife Debbie, returned fulltime to the farm in 2015 after completing the Plant Science program at Lethbridge College. His inter-
ests were in agronomy and the cowherd. They quickly doubled the size of the cowherd to about 150 mother cows and they began looking for a breed that would suit their needs. Calving ease, maternal strength and profitability were key factors. They began to incorporate Gelbvieh bulls into their breeding plans. Ten years later Gelbvieh remains prominent in their work. The 300 head cowherd is high percentage Gelbvieh. The Vissers keep their own replacement heifers and also market bred heifers which are all Gelbvieh sired. They sort the cowherd into breeding groups based largely on productivity. The best cows are bred Gelbvieh each year to create their future cows and the remainder of the cowherd is bred Charolais. Those resulting calves are an entirely terminal cross. They work hard to keep meticulous records of calving and performance data to help build the best cowherd possible. Today, Fairhaven Farms is a fully diversified operation. Clarence takes on the managerial role of the poultry operations while Liana does the bookkeeping. William leads the crop and cattle sides of the operation with Debbie and their four children – Markus, Emma, Wyatt and Seth. Each spring approximately 4000 acres of grain land is seeded. A rotation of pulses, cereals and canola is used in addition to growing their own hay. About half of that land is irrigated.
cleaned, sanitized and rested for two weeks before another group arrives. Over 700,000 birds are developed here each year. The opportunity to tour operations at Fairhaven is something special. Each member of the three generations is passionate and knowledgeable about their work. Yards are meticulously kept and everyone plays a role in the day to day success of the farm. The cowherd is extremely consistent and it is not difficult to see ‘the Fairhaven kind’. The high percentage Gelbvieh mother cows are big bodied, have great udders and are highly maternal. You can feel a real sense of excitement for the future at Fairhaven when you spend time with this family! William, Debbie and the entire family give some credit for their success to faith. William shared that, “We always know there will be a harvest, some better than others, thanks to the goodness of God. Our faith keeps us going.” A truly impressive farm and even more impressive family like the Vissers are leaders in agriculture. Congratulations to Fairhaven Farms, the Visser Family – the 2025 Alberta/BC Commercial Gelbvieh Breeder of the Year!
The Visser’s large poultry operation consists of 6.5 rotations each of 110,000 broiler birds annually. Young chicks come into the barn at just a few days of age and are grown to their ideal broiler weight of five pounds. All that happens in roughly six weeks. Each time a flock leaves the farm, the barns are GG Fall 2026 Page 17
Post-Weaning Success: Nutrition, Health, and Stress Control. Written by Carolina Siemens, Ruminant Nutritionist BSc. MSc.
Weaning is one of the most stressful transitions in a calf’s life. Separation from the cow, transportation, new social groups, and a complete change in feed and environment all contribute to a surge in stress hormones that can reduce immunity and feed intake. This period, often referred to as the “receiving” or “post-weaning” phase, demands careful management to prevent major setbacks and set the foundation for future performance. Stress triggers a cascade of physiological changes. Cortisol, the body’s primary stress hormone, can rise two to three times above baseline within hours of weaning. High cortisol suppresses white blood cell activity and reduces antibody production, leaving calves more susceptible to respiratory infections and slower to respond to vaccination. Combined with reduced feed intake and dehydration during transport, it’s no surprise that bovine respiratory disease (BRD) remains the leading cause of morbidity and mortality in feedlot cattle. One of the most effective ways to reduce post-weaning stress is through preconditioning, training calves to eat from bunks and drink from troughs, vaccinating, and managing handling
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in advance. Studies show preconditioned calves experience 40 to 60% lower BRD treatment rates compared to freshly weaned calves entering a feedlot. Where preconditioning isn’t doable, the focus should shift to nutrition and careful management to support immune recovery and feed intake. Regarding the ration design, a starter diet composition is critical to support both growth and rumen adaptation. Newly weaned calves require sufficient protein and energy to build frame, gain muscle, and maintain body condition. Protein levels of 14–16% in starter rations supply the amino acids needed for skeletal and muscle development, while energy from fermentable starch supports growth and stimulates rumen microbial activity. A common mistake is starting calves on very low grain diets (<10%), which can delay rumen adaptation and limit energy intake. Research shows that starter rations with at least 25–30% grain support faster rumen papillae development and microbial colonization, improving feed efficiency and intake stabilization (Montano et al., 1999). At the start, the rumen microbiota requires roughly 7–10 days to adjust to a new
diet. During this period, calves may produce slightly loose or bubbly manure, reflecting active microbial fermentation. Providing enough fermentable carbohydrate encourages volatile fatty acid production, particularly propionate and butyrate which drives rumen epithelial growth and supports energy absorption. A balanced approach, roughly 50:50 forage-to-concentrate ratio with adequate starch, allows rumen microbes to adapt gradually while supplying enough energy and protein for frame growth. An extra help are Ionophores such as Monensin, which help stabilize rumen fermentation, improve feed efficiency, and control coccidiosis. Trace minerals and vitamins, including copper, zinc, selenium, manganese, and vitamins A, D, and E, support immune function and complement growth requirements. A simple but valuable indicator to keep an eye on is the manure consistency. Slightly loose or bubbly feces during the first few days post-weaning reflects normal fermentation, but persistently watery or sour-smelling manure indicates over-fermentation or insufficient fiber. Monitoring feed intake, manure consistency, and behavior allows early adjustments, such as adding long hay, adjusting silage, or moderating starch to maintain steady growth and prevent digestive issues.
While chlortetracycline (CTC) can reduce early BRD in highrisk calves, overuse contributes to antimicrobial resistance and must follow veterinary oversight. Alternatives such as probiotics support gut integrity, stabilize rumen microflora, and enhance immune response without withdrawal concerns. Trials show that probiotic supplementation in newly weaned calves can reduce BRD incidence, improve average daily gain, and shorten recovery times, complementing sound starter rations and trace mineral programs. Ultimately, post-weaning success depends on nutrition first, then management and monitoring. Calves that maintain consistent energy, protein, and mineral intake in the first 10 –14 days post-weaning show better rumen adaptation, improved vaccine response, fewer treatments, and stronger long-term growth. Monitoring manure, feed intake, and body condition ensures the starter ration is meeting energy and protein needs while supporting microbial adaptation and overall health. A healthy start drives profitable outcomes. Investing in nutrition, feed monitoring, and careful management during the post-weaning phase pays back with stronger growth, lower morbidity, and better carcass performance. At Legacy, we help producers across Alberta design practical, data-driven nutrition and health programs that protect both your herd and your margins.
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Canadian Junior Gelbvieh National Show Results Showmanship Champion Senior Res. Champion Senior Showmanship
Colt Hrebeniuk Cameron Davidson
Champion Intermediate Res. Champion Intermediate
Laramie Siemens Deverick Beauchamp
Champion Junior Chloe Wagner Res. Champion Junior Coy Hamilton Champion Pee Wee Res. Champion Pee Wee
Avry Pearson Jordyn Hames
Photography
Team Judging
Champion Senior Res. Champion Senior Showmanship
Shelby Horn Skyler Schmitz
Champion Senior Res. Champion Senior
Champion Intermediate Res. Champion Intermediate
Deverick Beauchamp Jaime Davidson
Champion Intermediate Kale Mackenzie & Deverick Beauchamp Res. Champion Intermediate Bianca Drost & Jaime Davidson
Chayse Hollman & Colt Hrebeniuk Shelby Horn & Keston Hollman
Champion Junior Beau Hallborg Res. Champion Junior Vance Hallborg
Champion Junior Res. Champion Junior
Chloe Wagner & Neive Beauchamp Luke Loren & Coy Hamilton
Champion Pee Wee Res. Champion Pee Wee
Kord Hallborg Jordyn Hames
Champion Pee Wee Res. Champion Pee Wee
Avry Pearson & Flynn Davidson Jordyn Hames & Paisley Barnert
Champion Senior Res. Champion Senior Showmanship
Cameron Davidson Chayse Loren
Champion Intermediate Res. Champion Intermediate
Laramie Siemens Sophie Drost
Hind Leg Fitting
Champion Junior Neive Beauchamp Res. Champion Junior Luke Loren Champion Pee Wee Res. Champion Pee Wee
Paisley Barnert Wyatt Loren
Dragons Den Champion Senior Res. Champion Senior
Shelby Horn Keston Hollman
Champion Intermediate Res. Champion Intermediate
Deverick Beauchamp Kale Mackenzie
Champion Junior Neive Beauchamp Res. Champion Junior Coy Hamilton Champion Pee Wee Res. Champion Pee Wee
Fencing Faceoff Champion Senior Res. Champion Senior
Colt Hrebeniuk Quin Hamilton
Champion Intermediate Res. Champion Intermediate
Deverick Beauchamp John Drost
Champion Junior Res. Champion Junior
Coy Hamilton Neive Beauchamp
Champion Pee Wee Res. Champion Pee Wee
Avry Pearson Wyatt Loren
Burger Contest Champion Team: Kord Hallborg, Coy Hamilton, John Drost, Jaime Davidson, Colt Hrebeniuk Reserve Champion Team: Sophie Drost, Chloe Wagner, Tyce Hallborg, Levi Hicks, Laramie Siemens, Cameron Davidson, Mackena Kriger
Avry Pearson Flynn Davidson
Barn Tribe Herdsmanship Awards Tribe: Aella Girling, Bianca Drost, John Drost, Sophie Drost, Colt Hrebeniuk, Avry Pearson, Greta Pearson, Addison Henschel
The Most Heart Senior Skyler Schmitz Intermediate Sophie Drost Junior Hadley Hames
Pee Wee Awards
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PERCENTAGE / BALANCER CONFORMATION
Champion Bull Calf Mackena Kriger
Reserve Champion Bull Calf Chase Loren
Champion Heifer Calf Colt Hrebeniuk
Reserve Champion Heifer Calf Brantley Horn
Champion Bred Heifer Colt Hrebeniuk
Reserve Champion Bred Heifer Keston Hollman
Champ. 2yr old Cow/Calf Pair Colt Hrebeniuk
Res. Champ. 2yr old Cow/Calf Pair Chase Loren
Champ. Mature Cow/Calf Pair Mackena Kriger
Grand Champion Percentage/Balancer Female Colt Hrebeniuk
Pee Wee Aggregate Champion Avry Pearson
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Pee Wee Aggregate Res. Ch. Flynn Davidson
Reserve Grand Champion Percentage/Balancer Female Mackena Kriger
Junior Aggregate Champion Neive Beauchamp
Junior Aggregate Res. Ch. Chloe Wagner
PUREBRED CONFORMATION
Champion Heifer Calf Avry Pearson
Reserve Champion Heifer Calf Chase Hollman
Champion Bull Calf Bryce Hicks
Reserve Champion Bull Calf Luke Loren
Champion Bred Heifer Cameron Davidson
Reserve Champion Bred Heifer Laramie Siemens
Champion Two Year Old Cow/Calf Pair Chayse Hollman
Reserve Champion Two Year Old Cow/Calf Pair Colt Hrebeniuk
Champion Mature Pair Deverick Beauchamp
Reserve Champion Mature Pair Chase Loren
Champion Bred & Owned Bryce Hicks
Reserve Champion Bred & Owned Bryce Hicks
Grand Champion Purebred Female Chayse Hollman
Intermediate Aggregate Champion Deverick Beauchamp
Intermediate Aggregate Res. Ch. Laramie Siemens
Reserve Grand Champion Purebred Female Avry Pearson
Senior Aggregate Champion Colt Hrebeniuk
Senior Aggregate Res. Ch. Shelby Horn
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THANK YOU SPONSORS $1000 Canadian Gelbvieh Association Royal Western Gelbvieh Pearson Farms $500 Twin View Livestock Koziak Land & Cattle Rocky Top Gelbvieh Gelbvieh Logic Bull Sale Group Davidson Gelbvieh Country Junction Feeds $400 Diamond A Farms Gelbvieh Association of AB/BC Limestone Stock Farm Silver Line Cattle Co. BNH Livestock Jen-Ty Gelbviehs $300 Function & Finesse Sale Group Cowlick Ranch Last Mountain Livestock Brittain Farms Lonesome Dove Ranch ManSask Gelbvieh Association
$250 Milne’s Gelbvieh Big West Gelbvieh $200 Diamond Z Livestock Hillsdown Gelbvieh Green Acres Cattle Co. RPS Gelbvieh Southwest Genetics Westcott Gelbvieh JML Farms Overby Stock Farm Unger Land & Livestock ATCO $100 Hill Top Gelbvieh Jerry & Sarah Van Schothorst Ron & Gail Anderson Schmitz Ranch Ritchie Brothers Hurlburt Livestock Ltd. Dusty Rose Cattle Co. Future Ag Stettler Severtson Land & Cattle
$100 Maple Grove Gelbvieh AKS Ranch LCF Gelbvieh Livestock Jace Cattle Company Stone Gate Farm UFA Meal Sponsors Braylen Blake Gelbvieh Fir River Livestock Beamish Land & Cattle Triple S Cattle Company Oberg Auction Service Jonus Cattle Ron Hoffman CDC Farms Snack & Drinks Sponsor Maple Grove Gelbvieh Overby Stock Farm Selin’s Gelbvieh Water Sponsor Alberta Beef Producers
THANK YOU JUDGES Conformation - Greg & Amanda Pugh
Thank you Tia from Seven D Media for taking the photos for our event!
Showmanship -Pee Wee - Blake Morton, Darcy Olesky, Alisha Minchau -Junior - Blake Morton, Darcy Olesky, Alisha Minchau -Intermediate - Tulsa Smith with Maureen Mappin-Smith, Mappin Simmentals THANK YOU Joe, Jessica, and Olivia for -Senior - Tulsa Smith with Maureen Mappin-Smith, Mappin Simmentals Hind Leg Competition - Blake Morton, Darcy Olesky, Alisha Minchau Show Team Judging -Pee Wee - Laurie Hunter, Lauron Red Angus and Molly Severtson, SLC -Junior - Laurie Hunter, Lauron Red Angus and Molly Severtson, SLC -Intermediate - Blake Morton, Darcy Olesky, Alisha Minchau, Shiloh Cattle -Senior - Blake Morton, Darcy Olesky, Alisha Minchau, Shiloh Cattle Photography: Tia Schram, Seven D Media Dragon’s Den: Pee Wee - Brenda Faubion Juniors - Laurie Hunter, Lauron Red Angus and Molly Severtson, SLC Intermediate- Jaime Comchi, ATB and Jenine Ruzicka Seniors - ATB Representatives Amy Smith, and Stacey Goddard Roadside Burger Shack - Town of Stettler Councillors Thank you to the ring people, marshalls, and all other volunteers
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everything you do to make this event a great opportunity for young cattle producers! Your dedication to making this event a great success is appreciated
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Whole-Farm Financial Benchmarks: Set the profit goal first Contributed by Canfax Research Services
Record cattle prices can make almost any operation look profitable. But high prices can also hide inefficiencies. As the cattle cycle moves into its next phase, protecting equity and building a strong financial position will become more important. Farm Management Canada’s 2015 Dollars and Sense study found a clear link between farm financial performance and good business management practices regardless of producer and production demographics. Having a written business plan, monitoring the cost of production, and keeping an updated budget and financial plan were found to increase profitability between $10,000 and $160,000. This means that management is the key to success. The first step is to set a financial goal. Then work backwards to determine what the operation needs to do to reach it.
Know what you are aiming for
The COP Network works backwards from a target of 30% net income as a share of total farm revenue: • 50% for input costs • 10% for depreciation • 10% for overhead • 30% for net income Inputs are direct or variable costs that change with the size of the enterprise. Depreciation reflects the loss in value of assets such as machinery and buildings over time. Overhead includes ongoing business costs needed to keep the operation running but not directly tied to producing a specific product. Why a 30% net income target? The 30% net income target is intended to provide a return to land, labour and internal capital. While opportunity costs are included at the enterprise level in the COP Network, they are not at the whole-farm level. This requires a profit target at the whole farm level to account for the return to assets.
Looking back at your financial performance can be difficult, especially if you are not where you want to be. The good news is that you can change the direction of your business. Start with the end in mind. Set a profit goal first, then work backwards. What changes will your operation need to make to reach that goal? The path will look different for every farm. It may mean making major changes to your cost structure or enterprise mix. Or, it may mean taking small, steady steps toward a stronger business. The choice is yours. Set a clear goal, take deliberate action and adjust along the way. Do not let setbacks stop you. Find mentors and peers who can help you stay accountable, learn from challenges and keep moving forward.
“Setting goals is the first step in turning the invisible into the visible.” “Goals are like magnets. They’ll attract the things that make them come true.” A Whole Farm View
Every farm is different. The Canadian Cow Cost Of Production Network (COP Network) includes operations with different herd sizes, enterprise mixes and levels of off-farm income. Many operations also use diversified income sources as a risk-management tool. Because of this diversity, whole-farm financial benchmarks provide a broader view of financial performance. This reflects the ability to earn revenue relative to operating costs and asset base. Page 26 GG Fall 2026
Benchmark Against The Best, Not The Average
One important point: COP Network benchmarks are not based on the most productive farms. They are based on the most profitable farms. Financial benchmarks come from the top one-third of farms based on medium-term profit, not the average. The bottom two-thirds had average net income equal to 17% of total farm revenue in 2025. These farms were still making money on average, but some continued to struggle because depreciation and overhead costs were much higher than on top-third farms. The higher percentage of input costs for the top-third farms was driven by the crop and retained ownership enterprises, reflecting the greater diversity of on-farm income sources.
Financial Benchmarks Input Costs % of Total Farm Revenue Depreciation % of Total Farm Revenue Overheads % of Total Farm Revenue Net Income % of Total Farm Revenue
Total AVG 43% 9% 11% 39%
Bottom 2/3 43% 10% 13% 17%
Top 1/3 42% 7% 8% 46%
Difference -3% -27.5% -43.7% 173%
The biggest opportunities are not always in production. Depreciation and overhead can have a major impact on the bottom line. How do you compare?
Benchmarks are not meant to put every farm into the same box. They are a starting point for identifying opportunities to become more competitive and financially resilient. Start by asking three questions: 1. Are you happy with your net income as a percentage of total farm revenue? If yes, congratulations. You have a strong starting point. 2. If not, where are your costs different from the benchmark? If depreciation or overhead is well above the 10% benchmark, ask whether your farm structure supports those costs. Are they necessary investments, or are they expenses the current business cannot support over the long term? If input costs are well above the 50% benchmark, ask why. Do those costs support higher productivity, or are they hiding deeper problems? 3. If your costs are under control, is revenue the opportunity? If the cost structure is working, look at whether better marketing could increase income.
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Set A Finacial Goal
There is no single financial plan that works for every farm. Start with the result you want and work backwards. Ask yourself: •How much income do I need to meet my financial goals? •What am I producing—calves, yearlings, breeding stock or something else—and at what price? •How many head do I need to produce to reach my goal? •Is the goal realistic for my operation? •What is my plan to get there?
“One reason so few of us achieve what we truly want is that we never direct our focus; we never concentrate our power.” The Take Home Message
Set the profit goal first. Then make the operation fit the goal. Know your numbers, compare them with the right benchmarks and identify where change will have the biggest impact. You do not need to change everything at once. Small, deliberate improvements can move the whole farm in the right direction. For more information, see the Beef Cattle Research Council’s, Financial Record Keeping modules. GG Fall 2026 Page 27
Meet Your Judges Farmfair International Shannon & Kehler Eaton Shannon and Kim Eaton own and operate Eaton livestock, an order buying company based out of Alberta and Saskatchewan sending cattle all across Canada and the United States alongside their 3 boys; Kosten, Kehler and Keylen. Kehler is 19 years old and attended Redlands Community College in El Reno Oklahoma where he was part of the collegiate livestock judging team. He now attends the University of Saskatchewan where he is getting a degree in Agri Business. They also own and operate Bar SK Cattle Company, a purebred Charolais and Simmental operation selecting females in the fall and private treaty bulls in the spring.
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Meet Your Judges Canadian Western Agribition Chad Wilson Chad Wilson owns and operates Haroldson’s Polled Herefords where they breed approximately 200 head annually and have two sales per year. The Wilson/Lees bull sale is at the start of April and the Blair Athol/Haroldson’s and Friends sale is the third Sunday in October. Chad utilizes a lot of artificial insemination and embryo production in his operation. He has exhibited cattle across North America and he attended school in Dodge City, Kansas, where he was part of the judging team. Chad is very honoured to be asked to judge the Gelbvieh show at Agribition.
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2026 Scholarship Recipient
Amber Spray
My name is Amber Spray and I have been involved in the Gelbvieh breed my whole life. My family owns and operates Triple S Cattle Company where we raise 80 head of purebred Gelbvieh and 110 head of Gelbvieh influence commercial cattle.
Agribition and the Gelbvieh Bull Futurity in Stettler. Attending these events gave our program more exposure as well as networking opportunities. At these shows I was the main fitter for the cattle and did the ground work to prepare them for show.
I bought my first purebred female, FLAD Gracyn 17G, from the Prairie Gelbvieh Alliance sale in 2019. Since then, I have continued to grow my herd through purchasing cattle at Function and Finesse and the Gelbvieh Wishlist sale, which I won a sale credit for. Currently I own five of my own purebred females, two of which are bred and owned.
This past year we entered our first ever bull sale, The Gelbvieh Logic Bull Sale, where we entered five bulls. I assisted in selecting these five, picturing, videoing, doing write-ups, and creating posts for our Facebook page. One of my own bulls was entered within this sale and was our high seller.
Over the years I have participated in the Canadian Junior Gelbvieh show winning the junior grand aggregate in 2019 and 2020. We also brought cattle to the 2023 Canadian Junior Gelbvieh show in Swift Current where I won Grand Champion Balance Mature Cow/Calf Pair, Reserve Balance Heifer, and Grand Champion Junior Judging. At the Agribition Junior Gelbvieh events I have participated in the art competitions, quiz bowls, team grooming, and showmanship. I have played an instrumental role in helping expand our purebred herd and attend shows including Canadian Western Page 30 GG Fall 2026
Overall, my other commitments within school and sports have made my time limited when it comes to attending shows and events but it has not stopped me in pursuing my goals and dreams within the Gelbvieh breed. In the future I hope to continue our family farm and expand our purebred herd further. I plan on pursuing a degree in animal science at the University of Alberta in hopes of becoming a veterinarian. I have always been intrigued by cattle genetics and the uses of embryo transplants and artificial insemination practices and becoming a veterinarian would allow me to pursue this further.
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2026 Scholarship Recipient
Colby Hollman
I have been a part of the Gelbvieh breed for longer than I can remember, as it all started with my parents teaching me about how to show cattle, and then taking me and my three younger brothers to go show cattle at Farmfair and Agribition. From then, it has been many years of travelling across North America displaying my own Gelbvieh cattle, as I have fallen in love with the breed from the early days of my youth. When it comes to the cattle that I breed and show myself, I mainly breed purebred Gelbvieh cattle, except for a few balancer and percentage females that I like to integrate into my own program. In more recent years, I have become the treasurer of the Canadian Junior Gelbvieh Association, in which I have held the position for six years at this coming National Gelbvieh Show, displaying my dedication to the breed, and the time I contribute to the success of the Canadian Junior Gelbvieh Association’s finances. In combination with the organizing committee, I also have participated in the National Junior Gelbvieh Show for the past 5 years, in which I have been fortunate enough to receive several prizes, and even won Senior Aggregate in 2024, which allowed me in 2025 to go to the American Junior Gelbvieh Association’s show in Tennessee. This was such a unique experience, as I was able to meet a great variety of different individuals, learn from all the complex perspectives, and I was also able to market myself and the Canadian genetics to those down in the United States. That trip alone opened my eyes to a great deal of intriguing perspectives, in which it further re-enforced my belief that I wanted to become a large animal veterinarian. I could take my services and the knowledge that I gain and apply it to the people who have raised me and cared for me through countless years of showing cattle, making friends, and learning amazing skills and core values.
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Junior Achievements
Colt Hrebeniuk Tisdale 4H beef club Grand Champion steer Champion Showmanship Mentor of the year
Colt Hrebeniuk Tisdale 4H beef club Grand Champion Female FRL 427m Res. Ch. bred heifer & heifer calf
Colt Hrebeniuk Melfort 4H Regional Show 3rd overall steer 5th overall heifer
Colt Hrebeniuk Melfort 4H Regional Show Champion senior showmanship Shelby & Brantley Horn Competed at Summer Synergy with their Balancer heifers Were both awarded Stampede Scholarships
Chase Loren Westlock Beef Show Reserve Continental Female Reserve Supreme Female. JML Moneypenny 19M with JMLC Pennywise 2P at side
Brantley Horn First in class with two advancements in the bracket show DL Jen-Ty Cricket National Jr. Heifer Show
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Maternal Excellence
2026 Dams of Merit & Dams of Distinction
RECOGNIZING SUPERIOR PERFORMANCE & PRODUCTION
Recognized Females Meet the Following Criteria • All data must be submitted to the CGA office by September 1 • A Dam of Merit must have produced at least 3 calves and a Dam of Distinction must have produced a minimum of 8 calves. •Age at first calving must not exceed 25 months •Produced a calf that was born between January 1, 2025 and December 31, 2026 •Possess a minimum average weaning weight ratio of 101 for all calves •Maintained a regular calving interval. Average calving interval must not exceed the value calculated using the following formula:
(# of calving intervals x 365 days) + 30 days)/# of calving intervals
OR
•The female had her third calf before her fourth birthday and maintained a 365 day calving interval thereafter. Page 34 GG Fall 2026
Top 20 for Owners of Active Dams of Merit and Active Dams of Distinction for 2026 Owner
Location
Dams of Merit
Dams of Distinction
Total
Davidson Gelbvieh
Ponteix, SK
35
5
40
Nelsons Gelbvieh
Glenwood, AB
21
4
25
Lonesome Dove Ranch
Ponteix, SK
17
0
17
Brittain Farms
Falun, AB
15
1
16
Silver Line Farms
Red Deer County, AB
16
0
16
Koziak Land & Cattle
Star, AB
12
2
14
Flatland Ranch
Hanna, AB
9
4
13
Diamond Z Livestock
Rouleau, SK
10
2
12
Green Acres Cattle Co.
Andrew, AB
10
2
12
Goodview Gelbvieh
Punnichy, SK
9
1
10
RPS Gelbvieh
Medstead, SK
6
2
8
Twin View Livestock
Parkbeg, SK
7
1
8
Kiskatinaw Gelbvieh
Dawson Creek, BC
4
3
7
Foursquare Farms
Carstairs, AB
4
2
6
Barry & Robin Mader
Pritchard, BC
4
2
6
Cowlick Ranch
Olds, AB
6
0
6
BNH Livestock
Red Deer County, AB
5
0
5
Winder’s Golden Gelbvieh
Camrose, AB
3
1
4
AKS Ranch
Hay Lakes, AB
3
1
4
Milne’s Gelbvieh
Fairview, AB
2
1
3
Top 20 for Breeders of Active Dams of Merit and Active Dams of Distinction for 2026 Breeder
Location
Dams of Merit
Dams of Distinction
Total
Davidson Gelbvieh
Ponteix SK
29
5
34
Nelsons Gelbvieh
Glenwood, AB
26
4
30
Brittain Farms
Falun, AB
15
2
17
Lonesome Dove Ranch
Ponteix, SK
17
0
17
Silver Line Farms
Red Deer County, AB
16
0
16
Flatland Ranch
Hanna, AB
8
4
12
Winder’s Golden Gelbvieh
Camrose, AB
6
3
9
RPS Gelbvieh
Medstead, SK
7
2
9
Twin View Livestock
Parkbeg, SK
7
2
9
Barry & Robin Mader
Pritchard, BC
5
3
8
Goodview Gelbvieh
Punnichy, SK
7
1
8
Koziak Land & Cattle
Star, AB
8
0
8
Kiskatinaw Gelbvieh
Dawson Creek, BC
4
3
7
Foursquare Farms
Carstairs, AB
4
2
6
Milne’s Gelbvieh
Fairview, AB
4
1
5
BNH Livestock
Red Deer County, AB
5
0
5
Green Acres Cattle Co.
Andrew, AB
5
0
5
Diamond Z Livestock
Rouleau, SK
5
0
5
Beamish Land & Cattle
Jarvie, AB
4
0
4
Jace Cattle Company
Stettler, AB
4
0
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Canadian Junior Gelbvieh News
Cameron Davidson, CJGA President
Happy Fall, Everyone, I hope everyone had an awesome summer. As we are moving into fall, it is exciting to start to get show and sale cattle in and ready for the big fall run, calves weaned, and commercial calves to market. The market is maintaining strong prices, and there is very high demand for marketing and breeding cattle. The Gelbvieh breed had a great representation throughout the summer at many 4-H shows as well as for Survivor - Stettler, the National Junior Show. We appreciate every junior who entered and took cattle out. We had members travel from across Saskatchewan, Alberta, and Washington state join us for the fun. We had an amazing Junior Show in Stettler that brought together the best crew of youth. We thank you all for joining us in person or on DLMS! In addition to standard showmanship and conformation classes, there were also highlights including build-a-burger contests, farm olympics, Dragon’s Den business proposals, and more.
PHOTO CONTEST Submit your photos to the photo contest for $150 off any size ad in a Gelbvieh Guide issue of your choice.
Categories include: Cow/calf Herd Bulls Orange back tags Entries can be purebred or commercial Gelbvieh influenced. Entries are open to everyone. Submit to gelbvieh@gelbvieh.ca Page 36 GG Fall 2026
We would like to thank and acknowledge all of our great sponsors for the great prizes that were spread throughout the barn, without you the show wouldn’t be possible. In addition, thank you to our incredible, hard-working board who helped organize the 2026 show - Colt, Kale, Ethan, Colby, Shelby, Jaime, Victoria, Kelsy, and Raleigh. Welcome to new board member Mackenna Kriger. We are also so fortunate to have Jessica, Joe, and Olivia as our advisors. Thank you, guys, for everything! Mark your calendars and be ready to join us in Swift Current from July 22-24th, 2027, for our Junior show. We hope to see you there! As we get closer to the fall majors, I hope to see many breeders and juniors down the road, whether it’s on the show or sale circuit! Take care everyone.
Events
October 16 - Function & Finesse 8.0, at Twin View Livestock Ranch, Parkbeg SK
December 5 - Wish List Sale, Stettler Ag Grounds & Online with DLMS
October 29 - Gelbvieh-Cross Calf Sale Heartland Livestock Swift Current, SK
December 12 - Prairie Gelbvieh Alliance 26th Annual Sale, Grant Hall Hotel, Moose Jaw SK
October 30 - Gelbvieh-Cross Calf Sale, Medicine Hat Feeding Company, Medicine Hat, AB
December 21-Jan 4 - Office Closed for Holidays
November 5 - November 8 - Farmfair International - National Gelbvieh Show, Edmonton, AB
February 26-27 - Gelbvieh Advantage Bull Sale, Online DLMS Farmgate Timed Auction
November 6 - National Gelbvieh Show, Farmfair International, Edmonton AB November 14 - Davidson Gelbvieh & Lonesome Dove Ranch Select Heifer Sale, on the Ranch, Ponteix, SK November 23 - November 28 - Canadian Western Agribition, Gelbvieh Show, Regina, SK
2027
March 2 - Severtson Land & Cattle 34th Annual Bull Sale March 2-3 - Jen-Ty Gelbviehs Annual Bull Sale, Online DLMS Farmgate Timed Auction March 5 - Davidson Gelbvieh & Lonesome Dove Ranch 38th Annual Bull Sale, At the Ranch, Ponteix SK
November 30 - GAABC Junior Incentive Entry Deadline
March 10 - Twin View Livestock Annual Bull Sale, At the Ranch, Parkbeg SK
December 4-5 - Wish List Sale & Canadian People’s Choice Bull Futurity, Stettler AB
March 15-16 - Gelbvieh Logic 2.0 Bull Sale, Online with DLMS Farmgate Timed Auctions
Alberta Prime Beef .....................................................................38 American Gelbvieh Association ................................................38 Bar GR Gelbvieh ..........................................................................38 BNH Livestock ..............................................................................38 Bow Valley Genetics ....................................................................38 Braylen Blake Gelbvieh ..............................................................29 Brittain Farms ..............................................................................39 Canadian Gelbvieh Connection .................................................40 Canadian People’s Choice Bull Futurity ...................................11 Classic Cattle Co. ........................................................................18 Cowlick Ranch .............................................................................25 Crooked Creek Ranch .................................................................38 Davidson Gelbvieh ......................................................................BC Dayspring Cattle ..........................................................................39 Diamond Acre Farms ..................................................................31 Diamond Z Livestock ............................................................19,40 Don Oberg ....................................................................................38 Eyot Valley Ranch ........................................................................39 Fir River Livestock ......................................................................IBC Fladeland Livestock ....................................................................40 Flatland Ranch ............................................................................39 Foursquare Farms .......................................................................42 Gelbvieh Association of AB/BC ...........................................10,27 Green Acres Cattle Co. ...............................................................39 Gelbvieh Logic Bull Sale .............................................................13 Hill Top Gelbvieh ..........................................................................39
Holmes River Ranch ...................................................................39 H.S. Knill Co. Ltd. .........................................................................38 Jen-Ty Gelbviehs .......................................................................4,39 JML Farms .................................................................................9,39 Jonus Cattle ..................................................................................15 Koziak Land & Cattle ............................................................13,39 Last Mountain Livestock ............................................................14 Ledgerwood Gelbvieh .................................................................28 Lonesome Dove Gelbvieh ..........................................................BC ManSask Gelbvieh Association .............................................8,12 Maple Grove Gelbvieh .................................................................40 Milne’s Gelbvieh ....................................................................31,39 Nelson Gelbvieh ...........................................................................39 Overby Stock Farm ........................................................................7 Pearson Farms ............................................................................39 Prairie Gelbvieh Alliance Sale ...................................................33 Prairie Hills Gelbvieh ..................................................................38 RPS Gelbvieh ............................................................................9,40 Selin’s Gelbvieh ...........................................................................32 Severtson Land & Cattle ...........................................................IFC Silver Line Cattle Company ..................................................20,40 Twin View Livestock .................................................................3,40 Unger Land & Livestock .............................................................40 Wade Davidson ...........................................................................12 Wanda Marsman Legacy Scholarship .....................................20 Winder’s Golden Gelbvieh ..........................................................40
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Honoring Those Who Have Passed Don Savage It is with great sadness that we share the passing of our beloved father and grandfather, Don Savage. Don passed away peacefully at the age of 76 years following a herculean battle against aggressive prostate cancer. Don was born in Carman, Manitoba, in 1949 to Doug and Elva Savage and grew up on the family farm in Elm Creek. His upbringing on the farm was the foundation for his life-long passion for agriculture and the cattle business. Don moved to Alberta in 1975. In 1977 he met and married his wife of 41 years, Dianne. Don and Dianne moved to the family home in 1978, a home that Don loved very much and was fortunate to remain in until close to his passing. Together Don and Dianne built Don Savage Auctions. Don was passionate about cattle sales management, auctioneering and cattle breeds. He felt grateful for his line of work and genuinely appreciated the folks he met along the way. Don cherished his family and friends, was loyal, and could always be counted on. He was always up for a phone call or a visit and nothing made him happier than the connections and conversations he was fortunate to share with so many. Don loved golf and after Dianne took up the hobby, they Paul David Hurst February 24, 1958 – July 29, 2026 It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Paul David Hurst on July 29, 2026, at the age of 68. Paul was a devoted husband, proud father, cherished grandfather, and loyal friend. He is survived by his loving wife, Laurie Hurst, whose love and partnership were the cornerstone of their family. He was predeceased by his parents, Robert (“Bob”) and Helen Hurst. Paul leaves behind three children, each of whom proudly carries on the values and passion he instilled in them. He is lovingly remembered by his son Jason (Andrea) Hurst of Belwood, Ontario, and their sons, Joseph and Blake; his daughter Melissa (Ben Cornwell) of Kisbey, Saskatchewan, and their son, Roy; and his son Bradley (MattiLynn) Hurst of Westlock, Alberta, and their children, ShaeLynn, Karsyn, and Stetson. Paul was the beloved younger brother to Jeff (Ann) Hurst of Teeswater and Deborah (Wayne) Kaufman of Port Elgin. A
would golf together often. They enjoyed many years golfing at Woodside Golf Course, where they would both make many life long friends. Don loved rock and roll music from a young age. Don sang like his favourite artists Elvis Presley and Roy Orbison. Don shared that often as a boy he would go out back behind the barn and belt out rock and roll tunes. Don had an incredible singing voice and his children and grandchildren were sang many beautiful lullabies. Don enjoyed his time with the Masonic Lodge in Crossfield, his two terms as a councillor on Airdrie city council and time spent with the Airdrie and District Ag Society. Don is lovingly remembered by his daughters, Dayna and husband Cam Hardy of Calgary, and Jaclyn and husband Mike of Airdrie; five special grandchildren, Madilyn, Nila, Norah, Kylan and Quinn; his brothers Rob (Barb) of Innisfail, Rod and (Helen) of Elm Creek, and Allan of Sundre; brother-inlaw Norm (Wendy) of Edmonton, and Dale (Val) of Beiseker; as well as numerous nieces, nephews; and an amazing and merry gang of cousins and friends. Don was predeceased by his wife, Dianne; parents, Doug and Elva Savage; and in-laws, Gordon and Olive Morris. We would like to thank the team at Concierge Care for the incredible care that Dad received at home. A special thank you to Annette and cherished caregiver Samantha. If friends wish to make a donation in memory of Don, we ask you to consider a donation to the Airdrie & District Agricultural Society. brother-in-law to Heather Horn of Listowel, Paul (Tammy) Horn of Gowanstown and Jennifer of Rocky Mountain House, AB. He was predeceased by Laurie’s brother, Steven Horn (2025) of Listowel. He will also be missed by many nieces and nephews. Family was the center of Paul’s life. He took great pride in watching his children build lives of their own. Paul found immense joy in the moments spent with his six grandchildren. Agriculture was the focus of Paul’s career and became a way of life. He enjoyed moments at the lake, loved being outdoors, and was never happier than when he was sharing stories with family and friends. Paul will be remembered for his strong work ethic, generous heart, and above all, his love of family. Paul will be deeply missed, forever loved, and never forgotten. In lieu of flowers the family would appreciate charitable donation to the Groves Memorial Hospital in Fergus, or a charity of one’s choice. GG Fall 2026 Page 41
p os po on ed d po s tt p ne Thank you to the friends, clients and buyers that have continued to show up for the Destination Female Sale. Join us in 2027 as we switch to a Bi-Annual Sale!
Foursquare Farms Roger & Kim Sayer 403-875-8418
Cowlick Ranch
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Unger Land & Livestock Loren & Karen Unger 403-994-1211