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A Very Merry Christmas From
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Plans to IVF and flush her soon!
Kodak Farm News This month we would like to talk about our Robotic Milkers. This year, was a turning point; being that it’s been three years, things have become more smooth. Older cows have adjusted well taking only a day for them to hit the robots after freshening. Heifers usually take a bit longer between 7-10 days to go in regularly on their own.
Wishing You the Best in 2016! ~The Westendorps
Currently, cows have a Rolling herd average of 33,000, milking 3.3 times a day. A herd favorite an Observer gave over 200 pounds of milk for two weeks straight. We give credit to all cows being comfortable, high quality corn silage, haylage, and consistency with robots.
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“As winter sets in on the farm we wish everyone warmth and peace for 2016�
table of contents Notes from the Field ................................................. 6 table of contents
MJCC Honors the Distinguished .............................. 8 Notes from the Field . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 From MHA The Jersey ............................................. 2016 AnnualDesk Meeting Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8. . . 6 A Glance Back at District VII Historical Sales . . . . . . . . . . 7 Michigan Jersey Membership Directory ................... 10-11 MJCC Membership Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 From Jersey Deskto. .Master . . . . . .Breeder . . . . . . . .................. . . . . . . . . . . 12 . . . .9 A FewThe Grade Heifers I Remember When...by Blanche Piepkow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Holstein President’s Junior Jottings . . . . Pen . . . .......................................... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 . .13 District Holstein Meeting Dates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Michigan Holstein Membership Directory ................. 16-21 Michigan Dairy Youth Shine at Nationals. . . . . . . . . . .14-15 A Look Back at 2015 . . .Membership . . . . . . . . .Directory . . . . . . ....... . . 22 . . 16 Michigan Junior Holstein Holstein President’s Pen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Michigan Holstein Caught onJunior Camera . . . . . .News . . . . . ................................ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 . . 18 2016 MHA Membership Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Distinguished Young Breeder .................................. 24 2016 MJCC Annual Meeting Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Great Dairy Conference . . . . . . . . . .26 . . 22 GlanceLakes BackRegional in Time................................................. One More Thing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26 Memoriamof................................................................. Calendar Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 . . 29 2016 Advertising Deadlines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Sale Reports ............................................................. 29 Index to Advertisers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 2016 Advertising Rates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 . .31 Calendar of Events ................................................... WINTER 2015/2016 | 5 5
Notes From The Field
Max and Mandi’s Memo
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s the 2015 year comes to an end, we take a look back and reflect on the trials and triumphs of the past year. We begin looking forward to our goals and new beginnings of the New Year that is upon us. Holstein USA Inc. would like to take the time to thank all of you producers for a supportive year. Your loyalty and support is very much appreciated by all of us. We are still continuing to conquer our goal of 400,000 registrations by the end of the year. If you are in need of assistance please contact your Regional Representative and we will be happy to help you in anyway. We would like to provide you the best service possible and to make your lives easier in this busy time of year. Enjoy your Christmas holiday, cherish the memories with your family and loved ones, and thank you for providing Santa with his official beverage! I would like to personally wish you all a wonderful Christmas Season, and Max and I look forward to seeing you in the Year 2016. Merry Christmas! Max Dunseth: Cell 269-251-0232 Mandi Ramsburg: Cell 920-530-5023 Upper Peninsula, MI Regional Sales Representatives HAUSA
OFFICIAL NOTICE CALL TO MEETINg Michigan Holstein Association
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Production Livestock Nutritionist Team Greg Zuver Sales Manager
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Friday Friday February 5, 2016 February 6, 2015 3:30 PM 3:00 p.m. and Resort Soaring Eagle Casino
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Brian Troyer Dairy Business Consultant btroy58@gmail.com (616)-293-3189
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Ray Nebel, Vice President of Technical Programs at Select Sires, will be the speaker and
A Glance Back at District VII Historical Sales
by District Seven Breeders
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he first “Top of Michigan” Sale was held Oct. 17, 1972 in Marion with very stringent rules for selection. Sixty-five head were sold, all greater than breed average for milk/fat. Glen Casey had recently purchased the Marion Sale Barn and was promoting the area as the “Dairy Center of Michigan”. District VII was the first district to manage their own sale. It was then held at Evart from 1975-1979 and moved to April. This was the impetus for the AIO Club (Arenac, Iosco and Ogemaw counties, on the east side of District VII) to begin a Fall Sale. They hosted a fall sale from 1978-1995. So for many years, the District had two annual sales, one in April and one in September. The AIO sales were initially held at the Iosco County Fairgrounds in Hale. Then in the late 80’s or early 90’s, the sale was moved to the Ogemaw County Fairgrounds. Thru the years, auctioneers who stepped up to the AIO block were Chuck Chestnut, Jim Cook, Ron Lamoreaux and Paul Warner. A few of the dedicated AIO Club members were Robert Schmitt (Standish), Duane Reinke (DHIA tester from Tawas), Dennis Wangler (West Branch), Burt Mier (West Branch), Don David (Prescott), Harold Stephens (West Branch), Wayne Erickson (Prescott), John Bennett (Prescott), Leon Rau (West Branch), Richard Beck (West Branch), Kenny Daniels (Sterling) and Nancy Belleville (Prescott). Back to the Top of Michigan Sale, which was moved to the new Isabella Fairgrounds in 1980, where it continues. Certainly sale highlights include 1983 (10th anniversary) with Louis McNeilly’s top-selling lot, a springing Conductor daughter selling for $15,600. In the same sale, a 4-month Bell daughter going for $7,500 and a 6 year old cow bringing $7,600. Six other lots went for over $4000 that year. Consignments were from Michigan except three from New York.
This sale was a product of the sale chair Mark Wentland’s leadership and the fact he spent much time visiting farms and hand-picking selections from herds. The celebrity Horace Backus read pedigrees. Notable milestones: • 1981, MMPA donated milk and Harvestore donated food for the Friday open house. • 1985, first embryos sold. • 1996, a part silent auction was tried. • 2001, “one of the most profitable in a long time.” • 2006, at the end of the sale, fiveheifers were sold to benefit Northern Michigan Christian School, a practice which has continued since. It is the effect of building block upon block. As the sale is the foundation for promoting exceptional Holstein cattle, many otherpromotional activities rely upon this financial foundation. At the 1975 sale, Cregg Farms of Scottville donated a calf to the Juniors to auction. From the proceeds, six Junior members attended the National Convention in Chicago. In 1980, again a calf from Cregg’s sold for $1300, which covered expenses for Juniors to attend the National Convention in Nashville, Tennessee that year. With the income from the sales, the district started offering a giveaway calf raffle for youth in 1985 that has continued. The district also covers the meal cost at annual meeting, and there are no entry fees for the show!!! To encourage more breeders to classify, they paid 1/2 the cost for the first time classification. District VII Holstein Association has hosted the “Top of Michigan” Sale for 43 years. The sale chair for 2016 is Mark Bontekoe (231-920-7898). If you have an exceptional Holstein that you would like to consign for the April 23rd sale, give him a call!
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MICHIGAN JERSEY CATTLE CLUB 2016 MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION
Name: _____________________________________________________________________________ Farm Name: ________________________________________________________________________ Phone: (____)__________________ Cell Phone: ___________________________________________ Address: _____________________________ Email: ________________________________________ City: _______________________ State: _________ County: ___________ Directions to Farm: __________________________________________________ Number of Jerseys: Registered: ________ Grade: _______
All Memberships include a subscription to the Michigan Dairy Cattle News unless you request other wise. I do not wish to have a subscription________ Adult Membership: (Active Breeders or those who wish to have voting rights.) $25.00 _________ Family Membership: $40.00 _________ 1 Adult membership with unlimited junior memberships Junior member(s) must be of the same family as the adult member Farm Membership: Unlimited Adult memberships & unlimited junior membership $50.00 _________ Juniors must be of the same family as the adult member(s) Voting rights will only be offered to one individual. Associate Membership: (Retired Breeders with no voting rights) $10.00 _________
Junior Membership: (under 21 as of Dec. 31 of current year) $5.00 _________ Please list your Junior Member(s): Name______________________________ Age _______________ Name______________________________ Age _______________ Name______________________________ Age _______________
Make Checks Payable to: Michigan Jersey Cattle Association Send Payment w/ form to: Sadie Green 5320 Meridian Rd, Elsie, MI 48831 Deadline is June 1st, 2016 8 | WINTER 2015/2016
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From The Jersey Desk
Michigan Jersey Cattle Club
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ear Milk Lovers,
Christmas is here!!! As an adult I sometimes feel more Christmas stress than Christmas joy. I’m trying to keep the stress to a minimum this year, (although don’t ask Sadie about my on line shopping computer stress, she is a life saver). I have great Christmas memories as a kid growing up. My memories make me smile and bring me joy. One time we had company and we had to give up our bed. My sister and I got to sleep on the couch right in front of the tree!! I was sure I was going to see Santa. I slept right through his delivery!! And I was positive Santa shopped at J.C.Penny’s because all our presents came in J.C.Penny’s bags!! Duh! my mom had five kids and helped my dad on a dairy farm, she got presents bought but not wrapped. I thought they were great! Merry Christmas and I hope you find the joy!!
Susie Green President
Michigan Jersey Cattle Club
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2016 Ohio Holstein Association
Spring Convention Sale Friday, March 11th • 11:00 AM
Tuscarawas County Fairgrounds • 259 Tuscarawas Avenue • Dover, OH 44622
Looking For Consignments Please contact Dave Gunkelman 330-464-3259 or drgunkelman@yahoo.com
THE OHIO HOLSTEIN ASSOCIATION www.ohioholstein.com
Our Premiere Sale Offering Lots from the Finest Show Strings and Breeding Establishments
Friday, 2015 Friday,March April 27, 8, 2016 11:00 AM 11:00 A.M. EST MSU Pavilion Lansing, MI
Seeking Consignments
The 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 Association Ike Hunt, Chairman 989-862-4864 Eric Westendorp, Chairman Moss McCauley, Co-Chairman 616-446-2670
269-838-9975
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The St ory of Christ mas Great Joy!
But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid; for see~I am bringing you good news of great JOY FOR ALL the people.” Luke 2:10 “We want to thank Great-Grandma Wight for financing our Pot of Gold purchases.” ~Cole & Melanie
In Remembrance
Our Sincere Appreciat ion
Richard B. Wight Jr. Dec. 7, 1933 - Oct. 18, 2015 Dad Grandpa Great-Grandpa
To the many skilled hands and knowledgeable individuals that took such wonderful care of our Holstein and Jerseys at Louisville.
Rho-Nic Holsteins BAA 105.4 Herd Average 24,607 912 752
Pro-Hart Jerseys
Nick and Rhoda Clark Tad and Jessica Provoast, Melanie & Cole • Frank and Brielle Hartner & Brice Home 989-873-4300 • Fax 989-873-4429 • Cell 989-305-0143 rhonic@ejourney.com • Prescott, Michigan
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I Remember When...
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by Blanche Piepkow
he very first Jersey Journal was published in February 1947, as the Calhoun County Jersey Journal. It was edited by Claude “Corky” Stout, the father of Richard (Dee) Stout. Dee was a long time officer of the Michigan Jersey Cattle Club, serving as President and Secretary-Treasurer. At the annual Michigan Jersey Cattle Club meeting in January 1947, a great push was made to make Michigan Jerseys better known throughout Michigan and the nation. It was decided to publish a magazine called the Michigan Jersey Journal. The first issue was mailed to over 1000 Jersey breeders. In 1951 we started publishing a joint issue with Indiana. Robert Hatfield, Remus, Michigan and Alpha Gilmore of Jeffersonville, Indiana were the editors. At the end of this joint venture the American Jersey Cattle Club came to us asking permission to use the name, Jersey Journal for their soon to be publication. Permission was granted for the name to be used for the new national magazine.
Previously a magazine known as the Jersey Bulletin was a privately owned national publication, but the AJCC wanted to print their own. From 1954-56 the Michigan Jersey Cattle Club secretary sent out newsletters regularly. In 1957, a quarterly publication was once again started, it was called Michigan Jersey News. Evelyn Shephard was editor at that time. In the early 1960s Jac Cooper was the editor. Yours truly took over in 1962 until Judy Conn was editor and continued at the helm from 1971 to 1980. After which Lynn James Rodgers took over. After Lynn you all probably know better than I the status of the news. However, I know as a former editor, it was very important for the Jersey breeders to support your paper by getting ads in and on time. Also sending reports and news Editor’s Note: A big thank you to Mrs. Piepkow for mentioning the importance of advertising in the Michigan Dairy Cattle News and for taking the time to write down her memories for the rest of us to enjoy.
Cloverfield Goldhammer Marci Cloverfield Goldhammer x Cloverfield Edwin Mabel (VG 89%) Supreme Champion Heifer 2015 All-Michigan Winter Heifer Calf 2015 Michigan Dairy Expo Marci was exhibited in 2015 by Keagan Long. Thanks to Craig Martin for making this sweet girl available!
Rosa-Myst Ron, Sara & Keagan Long Lansing, MI 989.225.1365 (Ron) 989.225.1368 (Sara)
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OFFICIALFebruary NOTICE 6, 2015 3:00 p.m. Junior Jottings
District Holstein Meetings
CALL TO MEETINg Bavarian Inn Lodge
by Hayleigh Geurink
Make Plans to Join Us!!!!
Frankenmuth, Michigan Michigan Holstein
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lthough, the winter is the “off-season” for the show year, the Michigan Junior Holstein Association is still busy planning future events and we are excited for a new year! We wanted to take this time to remind you of a few events coming up. Even though it seems like spring is forever away, it will be here before we know it!
2015 Annual Meeting Friday
Ray Nebel,District Vice IV and V Thursday January President of Technical21, 2016 - 11:30 AM Family Restaurant Programs at Select Sires, in Byron Center will be the speaker and District VI he will be discussing: Thursday, January 21, 2016 - 6:30 PM Health and Activity St. Johns/Owosso Area (location TBA) Monitoring.
District I
Our annual Semen and Embryo sale will be held during the Districts iV2016 anD- Noon V Friday, January 22, Michigan Spring Show the first weekend of April. If you are Charmont Restaurant in Cass CityAM Thursday, January 22, 2015 - 11:30 interested in supporting MJHA and would like to donate feel Family Restaurant in Byron Center free to contact any of our board members! This is by far our District VII District Vi - 11:00 AM biggest “fundraiser” that we put on and the funds we make Saturday, January 23, 2016 Thursday, January 22,at2015 - 6:30 PM off the sale help Inn us putLodge on other events! These events The Cadillac Grill Eldorado Bavarian (location to announced) St. Johns / Owosso area range from educational activities (such as Dairy Fun Day Make Plans to Join Us!!!! (7839 E 46 1/2 Rd, Cadillac, MIbe 49601) Frankenmuth, Michigan and fitting clinics) to allowing us to sponsor those junior District i Ray Nebel, Vice members who want to compete at the National Holstein Friday, January 23, 2015 – Noon President of Technical Convention. Keep in mind that the Michigan National Charmont Restaurant in Cass City Programs at Select Sires, Convention is only two short years away and we would will be the speaker and love to have as many youth representatives from Michigan District Vii present at the next two conventions as possible leading up be discussing: he will Saturday, January 25, 2015 - 11:00 AM to our home state convention! Health and Activity The Cadillac Grill at Eldorado
February 6, 2015 3:00 p.m.
District Holstein Meetings
Monitoring. (7839 E 46 ½ Rd, Cadillac, MI 49601) Being a junior member and being able to attend events such as National Holstein Conventions truly is an Districts 2 & 3 are not having their own meeting but members in those Districts iV anD V districts are encouraged to attend any district meeting they choose. experience of a lifetime. Not only are you at a convention Thursday, January 22, 2015 -Association 11:30 AM Michigan Holstein • Phone: 517-490-7736 where all the attendees share the same passion as you, Family Restaurant in Byron Center but it also is an incredible networking experience. Many of us on the board that have attended conventions have District Vi made friendships with other out-of-state kid’s that will last Thursday, January 22, 2015 - 6:30 PM a lifetime. If you have any interest or questions at all about St. Johns / Owosso area (location to be announced) National Convention please don’t hesitate to talk to one of District i us about our experiences! The next convention will be held in the summer of 2016 in New York! Friday, January 23, 2015 – Noon Charmont Restaurant in Cass City
On that note, we as the Michigan Junior Holstein District Vii Association would like to wish you, your families and your Saturday, January 25, 2015 - 11:00 AM cows a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! We will The Cadillac Grill at Eldorado see you again in 2016! (7839 E 46 ½ Rd, Cadillac, MI 49601) Respectfully Submitted,
Hayleigh Geurink
President Michigan Junior Holstein Association
Districts 2 & 3 are not having their own meeting but members in those districts are encouraged to attend any district meeting they choose. Michigan Holstein Association • Phone: 517-490-7736
Michigan Junior Holstein Association (L to R). Front row: Suzanna Hull, Britney Dreyer, Chelsea Barnes, Hayleigh Geurink, Kristen Burkhardt and Skylar Buell. Back row: Ashton Geurink, Lucas Moser and Eric Moser WINTER 2015/2016 | 13
Michigan Dairy Youth Shine in National Competitions
by Bev Berens
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he practice season begins long before school is out for the summer in some counties. Dairy 4-H members across the state gather with coaches and team mates in preparation for another year of competition at Michigan Dairy Days held in July. The culmination of all that studying is one hot, sweaty week in July where teams and individuals compete for the chance to represent Michigan in a national contest. This fall, Michigan 4H teams and individuals proved that they had earned a place in a national contest by their outstanding performance in each contest.
The judging team representing Michigan at World Dairy Expo placed fifth overall. Pictured left to right are Lance Frahm, Shelby Berens, Rachel Ekkel and Evelyn Okkema.
Clinton Co. Dairy Management team placed first at the Junior Dairy Management Contest at the All American Dairy Show in Harrisburg. Pictured left to right are Coach Rod Pennock, Cameron Cook, Allison Schafer, Maddie Meyer, Josh Markel, Coach Luann Lerner and representatives from the All American
Two dairy management teams and one judging team represented Michigan at the All American Dairy Show in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The state winning team of Maddie Meyer, Cameron Cook, Allie Schafer and Josh Markel took first place in the contest. Maddie was high individual in the contest, returning home with a $1000 scholarship. Their second team of Jessie Nash, Carmen Hicks, Mariah Dershem and Holden Schrader placed fourth. Coached by Rod Pennock and Luann Lerner, the team had set a goal of winning the national contest. “They kept challenging Luann and I all summer for information,� Rod said. The contest consisted of seven parts---judging, linear evaluation, feed identification, DHIA records, business management, calf management, meat identification and quality assurance. On their way home, the group 14 | WINTER 2015/2016
played a round of miniature golf on a course inside of a cave. Representing Michigan in the Dairy Judging Contest in Harrisburg were Evelynn Okkema, Lance Frahm, Josh Markel and Lauren Heberling. The Michigan 4H judging team that traveled to Madison placed fifth overall. The team consisted of Lance Frahm, Rachel Ekkel, Shelby Berens and Evelynn Okkema. Rachel won the Holstein division and placed 7th in oral reasons. Lance was 17th and Shelby placed 13th in oral reasons.
The 4H judging team representing Michigan placed first at the North American International Livestock Exposition judging contest. Pictured left to right are Allison Schafer, Skylar Buel, Cameron Cook and Maddie Meyer.
Yet another group of Michigan 4H dairy judges took home the blue at the North American International Livestock Expo in Louisville this November. The team also placed first in oral reasons and earned several individual awards. Members of the team coached by Joe Domecq include Allison Schafer Cameron Cook, Skylar Buell and Maddi Meyer. The quiz bowl team from Michigan hailed from Allegan County and consisted of Samantha Boetcher, Christina Ybema, Jared Westendorp and Jacob Rottier. Gathering around a small group of cattle to evaluate udders, teat placement, feet, legs and dairy character may seem unusual to a non-farmer. But somewhere in the middle of breaking down the best and worst of each animal and placing them first, second, third and fourth, friendships are born. Somehow, a team effort in solving a dairy problem or question while practicing for quiz bowl makes teams out of individuals.
In Memoriam Richard B. Wight Jr., age 81, of Prescott, MI passed away suddenly on Sunday, Oct. 18, 2015 at Standish St. Mary’s Hospital surrounded by his loving family. Dick was born Dec. 7, 1933 to Richard B. Sr., and Rose (Olds) Wight in Bellevue. The family moved to his grandparents’ farm in Diamondale. Here he played on the state runner-up basketball team, he attained the level of Eagle Scout, and graduated as salutatorian from Diamondale High School in 1952 and met the love of his life, Joan Jachalke. They were wed on Dec. 24, 1955. He completed Army ROTC and both graduated from Michigan State University in 1956. Dick entered the Army and was stationed at Ft. Benning, Ga. In 1957 he and his wife began their teaching careers at Whittemore-Prescott High School, where he taught vocational agriculture initially. He served the school district 30 years in various capacities including junior high math, science and principal; his favorite being the role of outdoor education instructor. Dick has been a faithful follower of sports – both MSU and W-P. He was a 4-H leader for shooting sports and archery. He cherished the outdoors, participating in the AuSable Canoe Marathon in the 50s and 60s. Reading was his relaxation. An avid hunter and fisherman, he moved his family to Kake, Alaska in 1965, where he was Superintendent of Schools and a commercial halibut fisherman in the summers, before returning to WhittemorePrescott.
Michigan’s dairy quizbowl team ready to go in their first round. Left to right are Samantha Boetcher, Christina Ybema, Jared Westendorp and Jacob Rottier. Photo courtesy of NAILE.
Sometimes those moments lead to hysterical laughter. Sometimes practices carry over to a local ice cream or fast food hang out. Kids who only a few weeks ago barely recognized each other are new friends who not only practice together, they spend their free time together, too. And it’s all thanks to the cow.
Congratulations on a Great 2015!
Dick was a true steward of God’s creation, always keeping a caring eye on the wildlife and his garden. He and Joan also enjoyed many traveling adventures as a couple or with extended family including all 50 states, Canada, Europe, Scandanavia, Russia, Macchu Pichu, Peru, Mexico, the Amazon and the Caribbean. He appreciated the camaraderie of his colleagues and together they had many hunting, fishing and outdoor camping excursions. Spring was always time for the family maple syrup harvest. Richard is survived by his wife of 60 years, Joan; and their daughters, Rhoda (Nicholas) Clark of Prescott, Holly Wight of Bay City, and Renee (Donald Jr.) Wirtz of Lansing; son-in-law, A. John Linatoc of Rome, Ga.; grandchildren, Jessica (Tadric) Provoast, Brielle (Francis) Hartner, Austin and Anthony Linatoc, Richard A., Alexander, Katiana and Chantelle Wight, Donald III, James and Jeffrey Wirtz; sisters, Barbara Clark, Beverly (Floyd) Becker and Joyce (Gene) Anderson; brother-in-law, Arthur Steward of Hastings; also many beloved nieces and nephews. Dick was preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Wendy Linatoc; sister, Betty Steward; brother-in-law, Robert Clark; and favorite uncle, Robert Olds.An interment service with military honors will be held at Diamondale Cemetery on May 28, 2016. Condolences may be made to the family at www.bureshfuneralhomes.com. WINTER 2015/2016 | 15
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From The President
Michigan Holstein Association
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reetings! I hope everyone had holidays filled family, good times and good food.
As I sit down to write this, I realize it’s the last time you have to suffer through my ramblings. How quickly the past two years have gone by. I would just like to express a heartfelt thank you for allowing me to serve this organization. It’s been quite an experience! It’s been exciting to watch MHA grow and evolve during this time. Well, winter is meeting time for farmers and MHA is getting in on the action. Our District meetings are scheduled for January 21, 22, and 23. Watch for further details on our MHA Facebook Page for the announcement of the guest speaker at the meetings. Our Annual meeting is scheduled for Friday February 5, 2016 at the Great Lakes Regional Dairy conference in Mount Pleasant. It’s time to get serious about the National Convention coming to Traverse City in two years. Come to the Annual Meeting and find out how you can be a part of the action. You can make a difference!
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I look forward to seeing you at these meetings. Be safe in your travels!
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The Michigan Gang
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OFFICIAL NOTICE Call to Meeting
Michigan Jersey Cattle Club 2016 Annual Meeting Saturday at 9:00 a.m. February 6, 2016
69th Annual Michigan Jersey State Spring Sale High Noon • Saturday, April 9, 2016 MSU Livestock Pavilion (held in conjunction with the Michigan Holstein Association Spring Sale and Show)
More information at www.glrdc.msu.edu
Sale managed by MICHIGAN JERSEY CATTLE CLUB
Soaring Eagle
Seeking Consignments!!!
Casino & Resort
For more information, contact: Brent Moyer 989-553-4333 Mary Costigan 616-430-1258 Amber Black 989-620-6230
Mt. Pleasant, Michigan
Rustic Coam Sabrina First Junior Two-Year-Old and Intermediate Champion of the Michigan State Jersey Summer Show. Sabrina was recently scored VG-86
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2-Year PBR Herd Herd Classification 5 EX • 19 VG • 21 GP • BAA 107.4 Visitors Welcome
Shaun & Betty Hyde 11766 Bailey Road Morley, MI 49336 Shaun 989.287.2660 231.856.7303
A Promising New Year Green-Meadow Kenzie
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Lifetime: 107, 530lbs Milk | 3672lbs Fat | 3152lbs Protein Sire: Charlesdale Superstition-ET
Daughters by: Crown, Smokin Jo, Avalon and Massey, with Mogul calves on the way.
Green Meadow Farms Where the Latchstring is Always Out 6400 N. Hollister Road • Elsie, MI 48831 Office 989.862.4291 | Fax 989.862.4292 | Email darcydorr@aol.com | www.greenmeadowfarms.com
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he 14th Annual Great Lakes Regional Dairy Conference is set for February 4-6, 2016 at the Soaring Eagle Casino and Resort in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan. Education abounds for the dairymen with a slate of speakers from coast to coast offering their expertise in the industry. Thursday, February 4th will begin with Michigan State University’s own Dr. Richard Pursley and a presentation on aggressively managing reproduction followed up by a global look at the dairy industry from Christophe LeFougere of GIRA, a strategic consultancy and market research firm with more than 30 years of experience understanding and predicting agricultural outlooks. Christophe Lafougere will share GIRA’s outlook on the global dairy industry. He will present volume and price forecasts for milk and commodity production, consumption and trade. In addition, he will provide an outlook on the European Union and discuss how the recent changes in policies will have an impact on the industry. All the way from the west coast will be Stephen Maddox of Maddox Dairy of California, to discuss his operation and the challenges western dairymen face. He will be followed by Brandon Mallory, Ivan Jaramillow and Eduardo Rodriguez of Agri-Placement Services and a seminar on making the most of the human resource assets on the farm with a question and answer period. On Friday, Genomics and IVF in the Commercial Dairy Industry will kick off the day as John Metzger and Paul Loney of Trans Ova Genetics offer their reproductive and genetic management expertise. They will be followed by a genomic panel consisting of Stephen Maddox, Johnathan Lamb of New York, Gary Blair and Luke Haywood, both of Michigan. They will take the tough questions and share how they put genomic 22 | WINTER 2015/2016
information to good use in their marketing programs. Addressing the common mis perceptions about the benefits of dairy foods will be discussed by Kathi Eckler and surviving and continuing the business with lower milk prices with dairy financial expert Gary Siporski will round out Friday morning. The afternoon workshops will include answering consumer questions about dairy farming practices and improving feed efficiency of lactating cows. The Michigan Holstein Association Annual meeting will begin at 3:30 pm on Friday afternoon and the rest of the breed meetings will be held on Saturday morning at 10 am, including the Michigan Jersey Breeders Association and the Michigan Brown Swiss Breeders Association. Once again, the industry leaders will be recognized at the Friday evening banquet as the spotlight turns to the Michigan Dairy Ambassador Program, the Dairy Farmer of the Year, the breed associations top awards and the state 4-H and collegiate dairy judging team awards. United Producers Inc., will host their Great Lakes Commercial Heifer Extravaganza XI Sale on Thursday evening at 5 pm. And a dairy trade show will accompany the entire event. Registration can be done online at http://events. anr.msu.edu/glrdc or by calling 517-884-7089. You can make hotel reservations at Soaring Eagle by calling 888-7EAGLE7 and mention DAIRY020316 to get the special rate of $107 per night. Register before January 23rd and save up to $25 per day. Registration closes on January 31, 2016. On-site registrations are subject to availability.
Early registration ends January 23!
Great Lakes Regional Dairy Conference February 4–6 Soaring Eagle Casino and Resort Mount Pleasant, Michigan With the current state of milk prices and ever-increasing labor challenges, dairy producers are facing a volatile environment. Attend this year’s Great Lakes Regional Dairy Conference to arm yourself with the knowledge, tools and strategies to navigate the rough waters you’re facing and continue to produce high-quality, safe and nutritious dairy products consumers expect.
Check-out sessions on: Understanding everything from global markets to your production costs and learning from the challenges others face to help your operation survive and thrive. Aggressively managing reproduction and genetics as well as the role that genomics and IVF play today and in the future. Improving feed efficiency in lactating cows through nutrition, genetics and grouping management. Empowering farm owners and managers to gain effectiveness and confidence in their ability to successfully lead, source and recruit employees. Learning to tell your story to help combat the misconceptions regarding dairy products and answer consumers’ toughest dairy questions. Photo courtesy of the United Dairy Industry of Michigan.
www.glrdc.msu.edu • 517-884-7089 • honkemeg@msu.edu
Wishing All a Happy Holiday!
Green Meadow Farms Where the Latchstring is Always Out
Tani Gracie 6400 N. Hollister Road • Elsie, MI 48831 Office 989.862.4291 • Fax 989.862.4292 Email darcydorr@aol.com • www.greenmeadowfarms.com
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Justin (right) with the Grand Champion of the Michigan State 4-H Brown Swiss Show, Grazing Acres Thunder Tani
We have Registered Brown Swiss heifers of all ages for sale and we welcome your inquiries.
Grazing Acres Lainsgburg, Michigan
Kelvin with his favorite cow Blessing Oak View WD Gracie
Contact Kelvin Webster at 989.534.1548 or Margie Webster-VanAtta at 517.719.7436
Thank you to all that made 2015 a Great Year! Amber Black, Craig Martin, Luke Lensmire, Moss & Renee McCauley Thank you to all our partners and boarders that trust us with the daily care of their animals!
Flo’s C-Gar Fionia-ET EX-92
• Fionia is due in June with a Tequila heifer • Several daughters in the herd will be worked with in 2016 • Projected: 28410m 1669f 1098p • RIP: 2x 138d 10635m 4.9%f 513 3.7%p 392 • Dam: Enniskillen Jade Flo EX 90 • 5-09 3x 365d 49,896m 6.3%f 3095f 3.3%p 1661p • Has an AppleJack son available
Cloverfield Edwin Mabel VG-89
• 9 EX Dams behind her • Dam of the 2015 All Michigan Summer Show Jr. Champion • Dam: Ratliff Sambo Merry EX-90 2nd:Ratliff Jade Maley EX-90 3rd: Pleasant Nook Rene Myriah EX-95 4th: Pleasant Nook Jude Marcie EX-94 5th: EX-94 6th-9th: All EX
Miss Sambo Black Gold EX-95
• Reserve Grand - All Michigan Jersey show 2015 • RIP 2x 263d 21391m 5.5%f 1183f 3.6%p 775p •Two Excellent daughters in the herd • Pregnancies by Guimo Joel due in June •Semex has expressed interest in her son by AppleJack “Golden Apple”
Brenhaven Jerseys Brent Moyer
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One More Thing... Congratulations to our Production Leader in November Lew-Max Holsteins LLC, Ken and Aaron Gasper of Belding, MI Cow: Lew-Max Niagra 4762 (USA 69197071 100-NA) Classification: VG-86 Sire: Ri-Val-Re 2338 Niagra-ET* TR (USA 62067753) Dam: Lew-Max O Man 2588 (USA 62315253) LEADER RECORD: Age Days In Milk DCRM 4-02 3X 305 53,040 100 National/State Placing NATIONAL 4TH MILK MICHIGAN 1ST MILK
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%P Protein SCRC State 2.9 1518 83 X MI
Age Category 2X/3X Days JR 4YR 3X 305 JR 4YR 3X 305
GLRDC Is Coming! The Great Lakes Regional Dairy Conference is scheduled for February 4-6th, this is where all the breeds have their annual meetings, so make sure you make plans to join us at the Soaring Eagle Casino and Resort in February!
Share Your Genetics It’s that time when you need to be thinking about what you might want to consign to the spring sales! The Michigan Holstein Association and the Michigan Jersey Cattle Club will be out and about looking for some quality consignments! Holstein breeders contact Eric Westendorp at 269-8389975 and Jersey breeders contact Brent Moyer at 989-553-4333.
Coming Up The Spring issue of the Michigan Dairy Cattle News will be coming out in March! This will be a great place to advertise those sale consignments! The ad deadline is early February. No worries, we will let you know on the Michigan Holstein Association Facebook page and the Michigan Jersey Cattle Club Facebook page as well as send it to your inbox!
Scholarship Opportunity GreenStone Farm Credit Services is now accepting applications through Feb. 26, 2016 for 26 | WINTER 2015/2016
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its 2016 scholarship program. The cooperative will once again award up to $40,000 to incoming college freshmen pursuing a degree in an agriculture-related field. Students attending a four-year college program can earn a $2,000 scholarship, while $1,000 awards will go to selected students attending a two-year college program. Scholarship applicants must reside within GreenStone’s territory, which includes Michigan and select counties in northeastern Wisconsin; must be a full-time high school graduating senior; have at least a 3.0 grade point average; and plan to study an agriculture-related field. In addition, applicants should demonstrate participation and leadership in school, community and agricultural activities. Complete details are available within the scholarship application found online: bit. ly/2016GSScholarship.
Turning the Calendar As the new editor of the Michigan Dairy Cattle News I want you to know it has been pure joy working with the breeders throughout the state. I look forward to serving your advertising needs in 2016 and seeing all of you at the winter events and spring shows. If you have suggestions for content for the Michigan Dairy Cattle News, let me know, I’m open to your suggestions. And now as we enter into a new year, I hope you have fond memories of 2015 and greater expectations for 2016! ~Melissa Hart, Editor
May You Be Blessed With A New Year Filled With Love, Laughter and Prosperity Strautz-AAA Special Package (aka Rosie) EX91 sired by Damion
Christmas Came Early to the Farm this Year! We flushed Rosie to Atwood on Dec. 8 and collected 21 embryos. We are excited to see what this will bring to the Rod-er-Dic herd.
As we reflect upon the year that has past and look ahead to 2016, we would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to all who have purchased Rod-er-Dic cattle. It’s terrific to hear of your successes!
Paul Meyer 616-490-3336
109.2% BAA Registered Holsteins, Jerseys & Brown Swiss Service-Age Bulls & Replacement Females Available
Sherry Meyer 616-490-2873
7692 Kalamazoo S.E. • Byron Center, MI 49315 • Ph/Fx: 616-698-8208 email: roderdic@yahoo.com • Follow us on Facebook
Visitors Welcome
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District VII Updates District VII Annual Meeting
Saturday, January 23 at the Cadillac Grill 7839 E 46 1/2 Rd, Cadillac, MI 49601
Top-Of-Michigan Sale
April 23, 2016 at the Isabella County Fairgrounds Mt Pleasant, MI Early consignments being accepted by Mark Bontekoe: 231-510-0764
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calendar 2016
February 4-6, 2016 Great Lakes Regional Dairy Conference February 5, 2016 Michigan Holstein Annual Meeting Soaring Eagle Casino and Resort, Mt. Pleasant, Michigan at 3:00 pm February 6, 2016 Michigan Jersey Cattle Annual Meeting Soaring Eagle Casino and Resort, Mt. Pleasant, Michigan March 8, 2016 - March 10, 2016 National DHIA Annual Meeting Sheraton Lake Buena Vista Resort, Orlando, Florida March 29- April 2, 2016 Spring Dairy Expo All Breeds Show and Sales at the Ohio State Fairgrounds, Columbus, Ohio. April 8, 2016 Michigan Spring Foundation Sale MSU Livestock Pavilion, East Lansing at 11:00 am
April 8, 2016 Michigan Jersey Spring Show MSU Livestock Pavilion, East Lansing at 6:00 pm April 9, 2016 Great Lakes Spring Show MSU Livestock Pavilion, East Lansing at 8:30 pm April 9, 2016 Michigan Jersey Cattle Club State Sale MSU Livestock Pavilion, East Lansing at Noon
June 28 - July 1, 2017 National Holstein Convention Bellevue, Washington June 29 - July 3, 2018 National Holstein Convention Traverse City, Michigan
June 13 - 17, 2016 National Ayrshire Convention Oklahoma City, Oklahoma June 15-18, 2016 National Milking Shorthorn Convention Dublin, Ohio June 23-27 2016 National Guernsey Convention Bloomington, MN June 28 - July 1, 2016 National Holstein Convention Saratoga Springs, New York June 29-July 2, 2016 American Jersey Cattle Association and National All-Jersey Inc Annual Meetings San Diego, California
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July 6-9, 2016 National Brown Swiss Convention Owatona, MN
Lemajru Dairy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Michigan Jersey State Spring Sale . .20 Michigan Spring Foundation Sale . . . . . . 10 Michigan Milk Producers Association 3 Moram Holsteins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Netherhall Jerseys . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 North Star Cooperative . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Ohio Holstein Spring Sale . . . . . . . . . 10 Pro Hart Jerseys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Reed Dairy Farm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
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CHANGE IS THE ONLY CONSTANT As of December first, Darren and Shannon Evans of St Johns, MI have assumed the reins of daily management at Netherhall Dairy. They come to work with us after a summer of assisting Tim and Liz Heinze who were the operators the past nine years. They have a range of experiences that could make farm life more interesting for us: their three children are all 4-H age and are learning about showing dairy as well as beef cattle (Shannon grew up with registered Polled Herefords and showed with our kids at Clinton County 4H fair).Darren has many years experience with larger dairies. Shannon was a milk tester. We plan on some barn remodeling this spring and a lot of pasture renovation. We wish Tim success in his new venture as a partner with his uncle at H&K Dairy LLC at Bannister MI. Tim has assumed the role of herd manager and we have full confidence in his skills, recognizing that 500 cows in a high output TMR fed confinement dairy is a new challenge after 70 cows rotation grazing on a grass-based dairy. OUR LATEST OUTCROSS SIRE Our first calves from MAKER VERBATIM JOKER came in July and so far they confirm our hopes for this descendant of one of the best “longevity” cow lines in Ontario (the same cow line that produced Semex’ famous “Sultan” bull). As some of our friends have expressed interest, we had semen collected at Great Lakes Sire Service (179JE112) and it will be available through MICHIGAN LIVESTOCK SERVICE (800) 359-1693. Note the casual photo on fall pastures that express his great length, height and dairy qualities. Maker Verbatim Joker: 179JE112 aAa: 246315 (Tall + Strong + Style) Bred by Kerry and Matt Fraser of Rockville Ontario (Kerry was our judge for the 2015 summer show). Sired by the “Response” son of “Veronica” (whose EX-94 full sister looked pretty good at “Expo” this fall). His dam: EX91- 8E (Canada) Potwell Legend’s Jennifer, produced 245,000 pounds of 5% Jersey milk and lived 18 years.
TRANSITIONING TO GRANDPARENTS Sue and I now have two grandsons, Calvin (born 2012) and Martin (born 2015), the sons of Megan and Ryan Schrauben of Dexter, MI. This adds a new dimension to our life.
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BAA 108.5% • PBR 25 Years • DHIA 28,886M 1115F 920P Walter Gremel • 989.883.3772 9393 Canboro Rd., Sebewaing, MI 48759 Darwin and Kathy Sneller • 989.883.3716 Eric and Cassie Sneller • 517.420.6840 8677 Kilmanagh Rd., Sebewaing, MI 48759
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