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NEW ERA OF RED MEAT 04. LOOKING FORWARD TO 2026 20. AYIELD From the Corner Office by Harold Bertz
by Megan Underwood, M.S.
LEARNING 06. NETWORKING, AND BUSINESS Junior Connection by Teagan Butterfield
REDUCING RISKS 22. WITH GENOMICS by Megan Underwood, M.S.
10. 2026 HERD ASSESSMENTS 24. INCREASING COW HERD PROFITABILITY Registry Tips N’ Tricks by Shianna Ocken
by Megan Underwood, M.S.
26. MADE FOR THIS by Megan Underwood, M.S.
INDEXES 28. USING WITH PURPOSE by Kirsten Heselmeyer
YOUR 30. BUILDING ONLINE PRESENCE by Kirsten Heselmeyer
OVERVIEW OF 34. ECONOMIC THE U.S. CATTLE INDUSTRY by Kirsten Heselmeyer
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08. BOARD OF 15. AGA DIRECTORS ELECTION INFO EXCHANGE
AGA HALL OF 16. 2026 FAME INDUCTEE
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2025 AGA BREEDER OF THE YEAR
AGA COMMERCIAL 18. 2025 PRODUCER OF THE YEAR AWARDED IN 37. CHAMPIONS 10TH ANNUAL AGF SCALE AND RAIL CONTEST AND STEER CHALLENGE
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AMERICAN GELBVIEH FOUNDATION AWARDS SCHOLARSHIPS IN NASHVILLE
42. 2025 NAILE RESULTS
HAROLD BERTZ
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR haroldb@gelbvieh.org
TOM STRAHM
COMMERCIAL MARKETING DIRECTOR tom@gelbvieh.org
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MALERIE MARKLEY
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MARTHA MOENNING
MEMBER & YOUTH ACTIVITIES COORDINATOR martha@gelbvieh.org
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PERFORMANCE PROGRAMS COORDINATOR sarah@gelbvieh.org
WAYDE PICKINPAUGH, M.S. DNA SERVICES COORDINATOR wayde@gelbvieh.org
MARGO MCKENDREE OFFICE MANAGER margo@gelbvieh.org
SHIANNA OCKEN
REGISTRY COORDINATOR shianna@gelbvieh.org
CAMILLE HENNERBERG REGISTRY/DNA SERVICES SPECIALIST camille@gelbvieh.org
MEGAN UNDERWOOD, M.S.
COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR meganu@gelbvieh.org
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FROM THE CORNER OFFICE
LOOKING FORWARD TO 2026 by Harold Bertz, Executive Director
H
appy New Year! 2025 was an amazing year in the cattle industry, with price levels never seen before and challenging industry limits with larger carcasses and the lowest cow numbers in decades. Though a bit like riding a roller coaster at times, 2025 will go down in history as one of the most profitable years for cow/calf producers. As we enter this new year, optimism abounds. The 55th Annual American Gelbvieh Association (AGA) National Convention was a great success in Nashville, Tennessee, and a great precursor for the new year. Thank you to all our sponsors, speakers and members who attended. A very big thank you to our retiring and outgoing AGA Board of Directors, Mark Covington, Tom Vehige and Cory Voss. Your thoughtfulness and dedication to the Gelbvieh breed is to be commended. During committee meetings and the annual meeting, one of the most discussed topics was the recent update to the Calving Ease Direct and Calving Ease Maternal EPDs. International Genetic Solutions (IGS) is a multibreed genetic evaluation that currently calculates EPDs for 25 partner associations worldwide, including the AGA. As a standard for any genetic evaluation, updates occur to improve and advance the science of calculating better EPDs. These updates are not an indicator that the old CED and CEM were wrong, we now have a better way to calculate them with greater accuracy and scientific basis. The latest IGS calving ease (CE) evaluation marks the most significant improvement since BOLT was adopted more than 10 years ago. With a database now exceeding 22.5 million cattle and 750,000 genotypes, some movement in CE EPDs was expected. The update
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is built on three major scientific advancements discussed below.
1. MATERNAL GENOMIC MARKERS For the first time, the model can incorporate genomic marker effects for both calving ease direct and calving ease maternal at the same time. New software innovations from Theta Solutions, LLC made this possible, giving a more complete genetic picture and improving prediction accuracy.
2. IMPROVED HANDLING OF EXTERNAL EPDS When EPDs from other breed associations (such as Angus) enter the system, they require base adjustments. The refinement of this process increases consistency and accuracy across the evaluation.
3. UPDATED BREED BY DECADE MODELING With phenotypes spanning seven decades, grouping animals is essential for statistical power. Updated assumptions now reflect that most breeds have made similar long term progress in calving ease, improving the model’s ability to compare animals fairly.
WHAT THE IMPROVEMENTS MEAN These combined upgrades allow the CE model to explain about 12% more of the phenotypic variation in calving ease. This does not mean every animal’s CE accuracy increased by 12%. Instead, the entire evaluation is now better at separating genetics that truly improve calving ease from those that don’t. Your cattle didn’t change; the tool describing them did. A helpful analogy: medical diagnostics have evolved from invasive procedures to minimally invasive
scopes. The patient didn’t change; the technology did. The old method wasn’t wrong, but the new one is simply better. Change is never easy, and movements in CED and CEM are especially sensitive as we and our customers deal in labor strapped environments, so these numbers matter to keep labor to a minimum. Know that much thought and evaluation were done to continue making the genetic tools the best possible for you and your customers. I hope 2026 proves to be more fulfilling and profitable than 2025 for your operation. The AGA is striving to promote the positive attributes Gelbvieh cattle offer the beef industry while providing top customer service to our members. I wish each of you the best in 2026, and I look forward to seeing you down the road.F
A DVE RTISE YO U R H E RD’ S L E A DI N G SIRES W ITH SE M EN AVA IL A B L E TO PU RC H ASE IN T HE A LL N E W
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JUNIOR CONNECTION
NETWORKING, LEARNING AND BUSINESS by Teagan Butterfield
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he Margaritaville Hotel in downtown Nashville, Tennessee, played host to the 55th Annual American Gelbvieh Association (AGA) National Convention, a four-day gathering that brought together Gelbvieh and Balancer® cattle producers from across the United States and Canada. The convention was a vibrant mix of business, education and fellowship. Working the convention registration desk allowed us junior board members to be able to connect with each breeder as they checked into the convention. Committee meetings and sessions of the AGA convention set the tone, ensuring the association’s mission of breed
improvement and producer support continues to thrive. Keynote speakers added depth to the program, offering insights into industry trends, genetics and the future of beef production. Beyond the formal agenda, the convention provided a unique opportunity for producers to connect. Attendees discussed innovative breeding techniques, shared best practices and reflected on the progress Gelbvieh and Balancer cattle have made in the beef industry. For many, it was also a chance to reminisce about past conventions and celebrate the fellowship forged through decades of shared dedication. Harold Bertz, AGA executive director, describes convention in three words, “Networking,
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learning, and business, that is what we do throughout the whole convention.” As the convention drew to a close, laughter and stories echoed through the halls of the Margaritaville Hotel. Gelbvieh and Balancer cattle producers left Nashville with fond memories of friendships rekindled, new connections made, and a shared pride in the breed’s progress. The 55th Annual AGA National Convention wasn’t just about meetings and speakers, it was about honoring tradition, celebrating community, and looking forward to many more good times together.F
Lazy TV Ranch45th Ranch Annual Bull Sale Saturday, March 7, 2026 | 1pm CST @ the Ranch — Selby, SD Selling 200 Bulls — Sim Angus, Balancer & Angus (red & black)
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INFORMATION EXCHANGE WELCOME KOLLYNS SPENCE! We would like to welcome Kollyns Kay Spence! She is the daughter of Brandon and Kerry Spence, little sister to Jack Spence, and granddaughter to J.J. Boehler. Kollyns was born on November 7, 2025, at 12:30 p.m. She weighed 7 pounds, 5 ounces, and was 19 inches long.
2026 HERD ASSESSMENTS NOW AVAILABLE Annual herd assessments are now available on the AGA Online Registry Service. Completed herd assessments are due March 15, 2026. Please contact the AGA office at 303-465-2333 or registry@gelbvieh.org with any questions.
2026 INTERNATIONAL YEAR CODE The 2026 international code is “P”. All 2026-born calves registered with the AGA must use the letter “P” in the animal’s tattoo.
INTRODUCING THE GELBVIEH GENETICS GUIDE
WELCOME STETSON VEHIGE! Kyle and Jera Vehige are excited to announce the birth of their son, Stetson Thomas Vehige. Stetson was born on November 17, 2025, at 5:10 p.m. weighing 6 pounds, 12 ounces, and was 20.5 inches long. The entire crew at T Bar S Cattle Company is excited to welcome Stetson to the herd.
You’ve asked for it, and we’re making it happen in 2026! The Gelbvieh Genetics Guide will serve as the source of Gelbvieh genetics for seedstock and commercial producers this spring. Advertise your herd’s leading sires with semen available to purchase. Bulls listed in the Gelbvieh Genetics Guide will all have a photo, three-generation pedigree, genetic conditions, EPDs, footnotes, and contact information for semen purchases. All bulls included in the guide MUST have an AI Permit on file with the AGA. Reach out to Megan Underwood, AGA communications coordinator, at meganu@gelbvieh.org or at 303-465-2333, with any questions or to commit your bulls today.
NEW MEMBERS The AGA would like to welcome these new members to the AGA and AGJA! AGA Avalon, Shipman, Va. Coles Bend C, Smiths Grove, Ky. Parrish Farms, Walnut Grove, Mo. TNB Cattle, Royston, Ga. AGJA Grace Smith, Clemons, Iowa Jacob D Rase, Cleveland, N.C. Joseph Smith, Clemons, Iowa Luke Barnett, Woodlawn, Tenn. Pate Parsons, Leavenworth, Kan. Rhett Hightower, La Cygne, Kan.
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2026 HERD ASSESSMENTS by Shianna Ocken
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s we welcome in a new year, we must prepare to enter all the new data this year will bring. The American Gelbvieh Association (AGA) practices Total Herd Reporting (THR) on all females in the AGA Online Registry. From birth recordings to weaning weights to the transfer of animals, it is crucial for AGA members to keep their herd inventory accurate. Updating herd inventories starts each year on January 1, with new herd assessments for all females 13 months of age or older. The annual $30 per head fee is a flat rate for all data records. Herd assessments are now open until the deadline of March 15, 2026.
ACCESSING YOUR HERD ASSESSMENTS You will want to log into your AGA Online Registry account then locate and select “Herd Mgmt” on the left-hand side of your screen. From the drop-down menu provided select “Inventory”. Once in the inventory, you will have access to all the females currently listed as “active” under your ownership, along with any others that may be associated with your account if you are listed as the Cooperator ID for another herd.
You will be greeted by a pop-up stating that you need to enter all birth records from 2025. Click “OK” to continue. We highly recommend that you enter all 2025 birth data before completing your 2026 herd assessments to meet the expectations of total herd reporting.
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You will notice a variety of tabs listed horizontally at the top of the screen. It’s important to recognize the difference between these tabs so you know which females are listed under each. Tabs showing “Assessed”, followed by a year (2025, 2024, 2023, etc.) signify females that have already been assessed for the year listed. For example, if the tab reads “Assessed 2025”, by clicking on that tab you will be provided a list of females that have already been assessed for the year 2025. The tab reading “Assessment Age” designates females that need to be assessed for the current year.
It is important to remember that disposal of a cow due to transfer into your commercial herd to avoid registering a calf for that year is discouraged. If the female moves from the registered inventory to the commercial herd in one year and is asked to be placed back into the active inventory to register a calf in the following year, you will be required to pay for the years she was not active per the AGA rules in keeping consistent records on all animals as part of practicing total herd reporting. To keep our data as honest and accurate as possible, please record all calves born throughout the year.
As you view the list of females under the “Assessment Age” tab, you will notice a variety of options available to update the records of all currently active females including placing the assessment, disposing cull cows, and recording exposure data to sires for the 2026 calf crop.
To place the herd assessment on females that are forecasted as dams of 2026 calves to be registered, simply click the 2026 button found to the left of each female’s details under the “Assess For” tab. If you do not have any females to dispose of and wish to complete the 2026 herd assessments for all females listed under the “Assessment Age” tab, click the “Complete Yearly HAS Process-Assess all for 2026” button found in the top right corner of the screen. You will be asked if you are sure you want to assess all females. By selecting to continue and move forward you are agreeing to pay the associated fee of $30 (if processed before March 15) for each female listed on the “Assessment Age” tab at that time.
To dispose of a female, click on the trash can to the right of the female. Using the dropdown menu provided select the disposal code that best describes why this specific female is no longer in your herd. Once a selection has been made, you’ll want to be sure to select the green checkmark to lock in your disposal code.
If there are boxes under the “Heifer Exposed?” tab, simply clarify whether that female will be registering a calf in 2026 that was conceived AI (Artificial Insemination), PE (Pasture Exposed), or NO (Not Exposed). If the female was not exposed to a bull but will remain in the herd, be sure to select the “NO”
Assessed- “Year” = Females assessed for that year. Assessment Age = Females wanting to be assessed for the current year (2026).
COMPLETING HERD ASSESSMENTS AND CULLING COWS/HEIFERS
box. You’ll notice once the AI and/or PE boxes are checked the female will receive a 2026 button to the left of her details for selection to place the 2026 herd assessment. You can select both AI and PE if the female was exposed to sires using both methods. Be sure to also check the “Optional Females” tab for heifers that may still be having 2026 calves to ensure you have selected every female to calve in 2026.
TO RECORD FEMALE EXPOSURE DATA Recording exposure data on your females while you complete your herd assessments simplifies your calf registration process later. Entering which sire a female was exposed to eliminates the need to enter the sire’s registration number when you register your 2026 calves.
If your females are pasture exposed, you will select the PE button and enter the sire’s registration number along with the date the sire was put in with your females and the date he was removed. Be sure to select the green check mark to the right of the exposure details after entering. If you accidentally select PE and need to return to the main screen to dispose, or select AI simply click the red “X” button to the right. If your females were AI bred, you’ll want to select the AI button to the right of the females’ details and enter the sire’s registration number along with the date your females were bred.
If you need to request a printed herd assessment form, please contact the AGA office at your earliest convenience to allow time for those forms to be printed, mailed, completed and returned before the March 15, 2026, deadline to avoid late fees. If you need any assistance with completing your herd assessments or have any questions, please contact the AGA office at 303-465-2333 or email registry@gelbvieh.org.F
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55TH ANNUAL AMERICAN GELBVIEH
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ASSOCIATION NATIONAL CONVENTION AMERICAN GELBVIEH ASSOCIATION ELECTS BOARD OF DIRECTORS
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embers of the American Gelbvieh Association (AGA) elected five candidates to the board of directors at the AGA Annual Meeting held December 5, 2025, during the 55th Annual AGA National Convention at the Margaritaville Hotel in Nashville, Tennessee. Newly elected board members are Dalton Bennett, Red House, Virginia; Gary Carlisle, Redmont, Utah; and Josh Phillips, Lathrop, Missouri. Re-elected to serve a second term were David Larson,
Clearbrook, Minnesota, and Brent Overmiller, Smith Center, Kansas. The AGA board of directors also elected individuals to serve in leadership positions on the executive committee for 2026. Dan Warner, Arapahoe, Nebraska, was re-elected president. Stuart Jarvis, Phillipsburg, Kansas, was re-elected vice president. Brent Overmiller was reelected secretary. Gregg Hartman, Pueblo, Colorado, was elected treasurer.
North Carolina; Zack Butler, Milton, Tennessee; Troy Forbes, De Smet, South Dakota; William McIntosh, Georgetown, Kentucky; John Shearer, Canton, Kansas; Mark Stock, Waukon, Iowa; and Justin Taubenheim, Amherst, Nebraska. Retiring members of the 2025 AGA board of directors were Mark Covington, Montrose, Colorado; Tom Vehige, Billings, Missouri; and Cory Voss, Bruning, Nebraska.F
Other members of the board include Greg “Bubba” Anderson, Marion,
Pictured is the 2025-26 AGA Board of Directors. Back row (l to r): David Larson, Clearbrook, Minn.; Zack Butler, Milton, Tenn.; Mark Stock, Waukon, Iowa; John Shearer, Canton, Kan.; Troy Forbes, De Smet, S.D.; Greg “Bubba” Anderson, Marion, N.C.; Gary Carlisle, Redmond, Utah; Justin Taubenheim, Amherst, Neb.; and Josh Phillips, Lathrop, Mo. Front Row (l to r): Brent Overmiller, Smith Center, Kan.; Gregg Hartman, Pueblo, Colo.; Harold Bertz, AGA executive director; Dan Warner, Arapahoe, Neb,; and Stuart Jarvis, Phillipsburg, Kan. Not pictured: Dalton Bennett, Red House, Va., and William McIntosh, Georgetown, Ky. JANUARY 2026 | 15
55TH ANNUAL AMERICAN GELBVIEH TOM SCARPONCINI NAMED AMERICAN GELBVIEH ASSOCIATION 2026 HALL OF FAME INDUCTEE
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ach year, the American Gelbvieh Association (AGA) recognizes a dedicated member who has been an influential figure in the Gelbvieh breed. The 2026 AGA Hall of Fame inductee is Tom Scarponcini of Rushford, Minnesota. Scarponcini was presented with his award at the 55th Annual AGA National Convention on December 4, 2025, at the Margaritaville Hotel in Nashville, Tennessee. Brandywine Farms was established in the 1980s by Scarponcini and he joined the AGA shortly after. Based in southeastern Minnesota, Scarponcini worked a full-time job off the farm with the Mayo Clinic, in Rochester, Minn., while building and improving his farm, along with raising more than 200 head of Gelbvieh cows. Scarponcini was a student of genetics and thrived on learning about new advances
in the beef industry. He was an early adopter of genomics and how to use them with the phenotypes to make more informed breeding decisions. He began selling bulls and females private treaty, but later became a member of Seedstock Plus and began marketing his cattle through the organization’s sales. “Tom was truly a student of the breed and a man of numbers...his knowledge of EPDs and statistics was proven year after year,” said Jason Sauer, Sauers Valley View Farms. “At Brandywine Farms, there wasn’t a Gelbvieh female that was bred without Tom understanding the phenotypical and genomic potential. He was an early adopter of DNA testing to obtain a better understanding of the genetic makeup of his herd.” Scarponcini served as a long-time member of the AGA breed improvement committee. He was skilled at listening to both sides of a discussion and asking the
right questions to get to the best decision for where the breed needed to go. He ran for the AGA board of directors. He was not elected the first time, but he did not let that deter him. He ran a second time and was elected to the board. He served six years on the AGA board of directors, including two years as secretary of the board. “Tom Scarponcini was quite simply a man who preferred to work behind the scenes and have the needed conversations. He supported the Gelbvieh breed in Minnesota and helped with state events when he could. Sometimes that meant more financial support than in-person work, but he was a faithful promoter of the breed. Tom believed in the Gelbvieh breed and its mission. He did his part to produce cattle that improved the breed and its future,” said Lori Maude, CJ&L Livestock. Scarponcini was a steward of the land. He put in countless miles of cross fencing and waterlines to better manage his rolling hill pastures. This allowed for rotational grazing of the pastures to match the nutritional needs of the cowherd. He poured a large concrete pad for feeding his cattle to counter the Minnesota mud that came each spring. He adjusted his calving season to move away from the cold and mud because of his off-farm job and having minimal parttime help on the farm. “Without a doubt, I know Tom would still be active in the Gelbvieh breed if it were physically possible for him to perform at the level of perfection that he strives for. He is truly one of the best men I know,” said Sauer.
The American Gelbvieh Association 2026 Hall of Fame Inductee is Tom Scarponcini.
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Congratulations to Tom Scarponcini on being named the 2026 AGA Hall of Fame Inductee!F
ASSOCIATION NATIONAL CONVENTION DOBSON RANCH NAMED 2025 AMERICAN GELBVIEH ASSOCIATION BREEDER OF THE YEAR
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obson Ranch of Kaw City, Oklahoma, was announced as the 2025 American Gelbvieh Association (AGA) Breeder of the Year at the 55th Annual AGA National Convention on December 4, 2025, at the Margaritaville Hotel in Nashville, Tennessee. Dobson Ranch, the founding member of the AGA and member number one, is a Gelbvieh seedstock operation that invests in and advances the breed for today’s cattlemen and for future generations of Gelbvieh breeders. The Dobsons dedicate endless hours to provide quality cattle that best represent the Gelbvieh breed and what it stands for. They not only invest time and financial resources to insure the Gelbvieh breed is the best it can be for the next generation, but they can also be found in the show barn helping juniors with cattle and supporting them at the show ring.
“When we purchased cattle from Dobson Ranch, we not only got quality cattle, but we also entered into a business relationship that did not stop once the purchase was made,” said Scott Ashe, Ashe Cattle Company. “They have stood behind their animals and stayed around to make sure those animals worked exactly as I have expected. If advice was needed, they have been there to provide it. They have been instrumental in promoting the Gelbvieh breed throughout Mississippi and the southeast.” In 1971, Mitch Dobson called and asked young attorney, Edd Pritchett, to write the Articles of Incorporation for a new national beef cattle breed association. Pritchett obliged and the AGA was born. As a founding father of the AGA, Mitch Dobson became a member of the AGA’s first board of directors. He left a legacy that two of his sons, Jim and John Dobson, would carry on to the next
generation of Gelbvieh breeders. Mitch passed away in November 2011, and his sons have taken the reins and continue to grow the operation their father founded. “As Dr. Odell “Dan” Daniel of Covington, Georgia, is quoted saying in the ‘Gelbvieh in the U.S.: The Breed. The Association. The People.’ History of the AGA 19712020 book, “You don’t buy a newspaper – you buy news. You don’t buy a car – you buy transportation. You don’t buy a TV – you buy entertainment. You don’t donate to a junior cattleman group – you invest in the future of your breed, your family and your country.” I just have to believe that when Mr. Daniel said these words, he had an operation just like Dobson Ranch in mind,” said Ashe. Congratulations to Dobson Ranch on being named the 2025 AGA Breeder of the Year!F
Dobson Ranch, Kaw City, Oklahoma, was recognized as the 2025 American Gelbvieh Association Breeder of the Year. Pictured (l to r): Heather and Scott Ashe, Sarah, Miss.; and Jim and Annie Dobson, Kaw City, Okla.
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55TH ANNUAL AMERICAN GELBVIEH ASSOCIATION NATIONAL CONVENTION CHARLES PARKS NAMED 2025 AMERICAN GELBVIEH ASSOCIATION COMMERCIAL PRODUCER OF THE YEAR
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harles Parks of Ekalaka, Montana, was announced as the 2025 American Gelbvieh Association (AGA) Commercial Producer of the Year at the 55th Annual National Convention on December 4, 2025, at the Margaritaville Hotel in Nashville, Tennessee. Parks runs a ranch in eastern Montana that is home to more than 400 Gelbviehinfluenced mother cows. He runs exclusively Gelbvieh and Balancer® bulls in the operation and raises his own replacement heifers. The cows are expected to work for a living in the rough country southwest of Ekalaka. Feet and leg structure are critical in his bull selection, as well as a combination of above breed average calving ease and weaning weight EPDs. Phenotype and
EPDs are key in his decision-making process. He has been a long-time buyer at the Black Hills Stock Show Gelbvieh and Balancer Sale and private treaty markets his feeder calves. He individually tags, vaccinates, castrates and brands calves at one to two days of age since it is difficult to find labor to handle the calves when they are older, as he runs the ranch with only his wife, Sandy.
board of directors and has leveraged those programs to put in more than 40 miles of pipeline that has improved the over forage use and helped distribute the cattle more efficiently over his property to improve pasture management. Congratulations to Charles Parks on being named the 2025 AGA Commercial Producer of the Year!F
“Charles is a strong believer in the maternal strength and reproductive efficiency of the Gelbvieh female. He needs a cow that will mother a calf right away and breed back efficiently without a lot of extra supplementation,” explained Lori Maude, CJ&L Livestock. Parks actively serves on the local Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS)
Charles Parks, Ekalaka, Montana, was recognized as the 2025 American Gelbvieh Association Commercial Producer of the Year. Pictured (l to r): Helen Jensen, Charles and Sandy Parks, Gabriel Hall.
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55TH ANNUAL AMERICAN GELBVIEH ASSOCIATION NATIONAL CONVENTION A NEW ERA OF RED MEAT YIELD THE BEEF INDUSTRY IS HEADED IN A NEW DIRECTION FOR CALCULATING RED MEAT YIELD. by MEGAN UNDERWOOD, M.S.
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he 55th Annual American Gelbvieh Association (AGA) National Convention kicked off at the Margaritaville Hotel in Nashville, Tennessee. During the opening session, convention attendees heard the keynote address, “Red Meat Yield – A New Era” from Dr. Dale Woerner, Cargill Endowed Professor of Sustainable Meat Science at Texas Tech University. His keynote discussed how advancements in technology and new research are leading the beef industry in a new direction for red meat yield, and how the industry needs to be prepared to adapt cattle genetics and management to meet new incentives. Red meat yield is almost 90% related to the cutout value of a carcass. However, producers need to understand that as red meat yield in a carcass increases, the amount of less valuable cuts like the round and chuck are being increased instead of increasing the amount of the most valuable cuts like ribeyes and sirloins. It is possible to increase red meat yield on the carcass without a large increase in cutout value because the most valuable cuts are being offset. Woerner presented a data set of 800 carcasses that revealed only four percent of yield grades match the true red meat yield of an animal. One specific example comparing a yield grade one to a yield grade five, revealed that both carcasses had the same red meat yield. These two points show that the current yield grade equation is just not accurate. “Transacting cattle with yield grades is like going to get gas and the pump says 10 gallons, but one time you get eight and a half gallons and the next time 12.5 gallons. Essentially, we’re using an
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inaccurate measure to transact something on a dollar basis that just does not give us good indications of the true realities of those animals,” said Woerner. The current yield grade equation was adopted by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) in 1962. The equation was created based on a study that took place in 1958 with 162 carcasses. Within the study, 12 carcasses had a hot carcass weight over 800 pounds and 82 had a carcass weight below 600 pounds. Today’s average hot carcass weight is around 1,087 pounds thus, confirming a trend of heavier hot carcass weights. Today, yield grade is calculated with camera grading systems that operate at the speed of production. The problem is even with the use of a camera grading system, which does a better job of measuring ribeye area and fat thickness and can complete the math in nanoseconds, the system is still using the same yield grade equation. The camera grading system has improved the ability to accurately measure the traits involved in yield grade calculation; the real problem is the yield grade equation. “Perhaps the biggest issue with the yield grade being inaccurate and being so old, candidly over time, is that it’s created an incorrect market signal, and that market signal to our entire industry is simply make the cattle heavier and by the way, make them fatter, so that we can not only increase mass or saleable weight, but maybe we can increase marbling along the way,” explained Woerner. “Two very strong market signals: quality grade and just dollars per pound, has increased the incentive for weight of carcass.”
As the beef industry has increased hot carcass weight over time, the industry has also increased the percentage of cattle with yield grades of four or five. Right now, the beef industry sets at just over 27% of carcasses having a yield grade of a four or five. Woerner believes this to be an underestimation of an additional 5-10%. A group of researchers at Texas Tech University gathered data on a group of beef-on-dairy feeder cattle and sorted the calves based on phenotypes for muscling. Once the cattle were harvested, there were no measurable differences in the ribeye areas of the carcasses. The differences were in the volume of muscling in the round both on the hoof and rail, however, the ribeye area explained none of it. The beef industry has relied on ribeye area both genetically and commercially in a production sense for muscling, but it is not telling the true story. Some may argue it is even worse than the yield grading system itself as the ribeye area only explains 3% of the true variation of muscling in cattle. To better explain true muscling in a carcass, researchers at Texas Tech have developed 3D imaging of carcasses. 3D images are well within reach for the beef industry as many can be taken
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55TH ANNUAL AMERICAN GELBVIEH ASSOCIATION NATIONAL CONVENTION with modern day cell phones. Using 3D images to estimate red meat yield has reached 90-96% accuracy thus far. The researchers have taken this a step further by using a CT scanner to differentiate each pixel of the carcass image to either be muscle, fat or bone. The team is training their AI models to calculate the mass of each individual muscle. The current limitation is it takes the technology nine minutes to scan one carcass only completing five carcasses per hour, and the speed of commerce today is 350 carcasses per hour. The research team
is working to process many carcasses with the new technology in hopes of training the machines to calculate red meat yield fast enough to be adopted by processing plants nationwide. The team is beginning a new project focusing on the live animal characteristics that are the most related to red meat yield on an individual breed basis. The data will identify positive traits in live animals so the individual breeds can merchandise cattle with a high level of red meat yield.
“We’ve got to get genetic potential high for marbling, so we can reduce fat, so that we can increase muscling to maintain or even improve red meat yield. The first comment when I talk about red meat yield, is you’re just going to make us like the pork industry, we’re going to over pursue red meat yield, and we’re going to lose all our qualities. No, we cannot do that. We cannot sacrifice marbling in this pursuit of red meat yield. We have to maintain that. Marbling is our demand,” said Woerner. F
REDUCING RISKS WITH GENOMICS GENOMIC TESTS ARE AN ESSENTIAL TOOL IN IMPROVING ANIMAL SELECTION.
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he Cattlemen’s Profit Roundup session at the 55th Annual American Gelbvieh Association (AGA) National Convention in Nashville, Tennessee, kicked off with Dr. Troy Rowan, University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture assistant professor and extension specialist, and his presentation titled, “Genomics for Seedstock and Commercial Herds.” His presentation focused on the value of genomic tests in improving animal selection in both seedstock and commercial herds.
by MEGAN UNDERWOOD, M.S. “The bull purchase is one of the riskiest decisions that a commercial cattle operation makes as it is the most important and most difficult,” said Rowan. “Genomic testing bulls is a risk mitigation tool for your commercial customers as using EPDs and genomics as tools to reduce risks associated with using unproven bulls. Genomics allow us to identify elite genetics earlier and accelerate genetic gain.”
It is important to manage the expectations of genomics. Genomics help estimate genetic merit, increase EPD accuracy in unproven animals, and accelerate The three main uses of genomic tests population genetic gain. However, are parentage verification, genetic defect testing and enhancing genetic predictions. genomics do not predict phenotypes for Parentage verification allows for accurate individual animals, account for nonpedigrees which in turn improves genetic additive/non-heritable components of traits nor absolve us from continued prediction. Genetic defect testing helps phenotype collection. to make mating decisions to avoid breeding defect carriers to remove the It is important for producers to dissect genetic defect from the population. phenotypes for more accurate selection. Additionally, genomic testing enhances Phenotypes, genotypes (EPDs) and an genetic predictions by identifying animals animal’s environment (contemporary earlier in their lives that can advance the group) are all crucial components in breeds in the short and long terms and animal variation. Once the environmental is a risk mitigation tool for commercial component is removed, producers can customers.
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start to figure out which genetics an animal inherited from its parents. Mendelian sampling can be referred to as the “dumb luck” of genetic improvement and accounts for over 50% of genetic variation in complex traits. If all animals were exactly the average of their parents, genetic progress would be impossible but, mendelian sampling is the random chance of genetic variation that drives and complicates genetic progress. An animal’s genetic potential is the combination of the sire and dam’s potential combined with “dumb luck”. If a calf outperforms parental expectation, it is likely the calf got a favorable “random sample” of its parent’s genes.
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55TH ANNUAL AMERICAN GELBVIEH ASSOCIATION NATIONAL CONVENTION On young potential sires with no progeny records, EPD accuracy is relatively low and can experience substantial changes. The more progeny reported to a sire increases EPD accuracy and producer confidence. However, this can only be achieved by proven AI sires with a large amount of progeny. The problem: commercial herds don’t buy proven genetics and seedstock herds can’t wait for bulls to become proven. The solution: genomic tests increase EPD reliability in unproven animals and reduces risks when purchasing unproven sires. “Regardless of whether a GE-EPD (genomically-enhanced EPD) improves or gets worse, it is always better than an un-enhanced EPD,” explained Rowan. “The increase in accuracy gets us closer to the true genetic merit of an animal.” The traditional heifer selection strategy is to buy good bulls, use some common sense and hope for the best. The
phenotypic heifer selection strategy is based on age, pelvic scores, dam performance, heifer performance, “she’s got the look,” and pregnancy confirmation. However, commercial producers can now use commercial genomic tests to aid in their heifer selection strategies. Commercial genomic tests establish the link between DNA and performance creating a prediction equation which allows a producer to make selections based on MBVs (molecular breeding values). It is crucial that producers test more heifers than they plan to keep because only testing the heifers they know they are keeping is just expensive and unnecessary confirmation. It is important for producers to test their heifers in time to use the information in the selection process. Commercial genomic tests allow producers to understand the potential for heterosis in their replacement heifers, make
mating decisions, optimize sire selection decisions and even add value to their feeder calves. Genomic testing or sire verifying feeder cattle increases calf prices as many cattle buyers will pay for more information. Calves with a proven high marbling potential can enroll in premium programs, average daily gain (ADG) estimates and current weight gives the buyer a more precise end date, and creates the opportunity for novel trait predictions regarding health and efficiency. Rowan concluded his presentation with three main takeaways — genomics are an essential tool for bull selection, commercial producers now have affordable and useful genomic products, and commercial producers can take advantage of genomics for heifer selection and feeder calf marketing.F
INCREASING COW HERD PROFITABILITY USE REPRODUCTIVE MANAGEMENT PRACTICES TO INCREASE CALF VALUE AND DECREASE COSTS.
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attlemen’s Profit Roundup attendees heard from Dr. Jordan Thomas, professor in the College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources at the University of Missouri. Thomas gave his presentation titled, “Calf Prices Are Up…What About Profits?”
by MEGAN UNDERWOOD, M.S. focused on maximizing value of the producer’s cow herd. Thomas began his presentation with the Missouri Beef Cow-Calf Planning Budget discussing the breakeven calf price per hundredweight. Fall calves have a breakeven price of $284.94/cwt whereas spring calves have a breakeven price of $299.77/cwt. The producer’s most expensive operating cost is feed, and the second most expensive cost is cow replacement. Thomas discussed that much of the limitations in cattle production is from mindsets we need to overcome. He presented the Endowment Effect Experiment, in which individuals tend to overvalue what they already own. Beef producers can do this by keeping cows
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that don’t breed back relatively quick each year since they already own her and increasing rates of fall out in years to come. “It takes five calves out of a heifer before she pays for herself. Is that true? At three years, she is worth more than she costs as a bred heifer and you have the value of her calf. The reason producers take such a big hit, is they have to pay for all the cows that don’t breed back,” explained Thomas. “We tend to market cows at their lowest possible value. If we sold more cows as bred cows we would be preserving a lot of value. We create a lot of value and never truly capture all of it” Thomas stressed the importance of earlier conception in heifers leading to more profitability. According to research from
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Join the celebration of 50 years with the North Dakota Gelbvieh Association hosting the 42nd Annual Golden Rule Sale with cattle that are selected on the ranch to ensure the highest quality from many of the top Gelbvieh/Balancer breeders in North Dakota, Minnesota and Montana.
Saturday, January 24, 2026 Cattle available for viewing all day (Kist Livestock) 2:00 pm NDGA Annual Meeting 6:00 pm NDGA Social and Banquet (Ramada Inn, Bismarck, ND) Sunday, January 25, 2026 9:00 am Cattle available for viewing at Kist Livestock 2:00 pm 41st Annual NDGA Golden Rule Sale (Kist Livestock, Mandan, ND)
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55TH ANNUAL AMERICAN GELBVIEH ASSOCIATION NATIONAL CONVENTION the United States Meat Animal Research Center (USMARC), heifers that calved in the first 21 days of their first calving season weaned a heavier calf in each of their first six calving seasons. The age of the calf largely affects the weaning weight of the calf, as older calves at weaning
tend to weigh more than the younger calves. Heifer calves that are born earlier in the calving season do better as replacements. Data shows that 70% of heifers born in the first 21 days of their calving season will cycle before of the beginning of
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he Cattlemen’s Profit Roundup session concluded with a panel on best practices for heifer development. The panel was moderated by Dr. Troy Rowan, assistant professor and extension specialist at the University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture. The panelists were Blake Hojer, manager and co-owner of Hojer Ranch, LLC, Bill Tucker, owner and operator of Tucker Family Farms, and Dr. Jordan Thomas, professor in the College of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources at the University of Missouri.
commercial customers better understand our products. The data from the DNA testing better informs producers on the predictable outcomes across many different types of matings and helps them guide their customers to the right set of females for them. “What we miss sometimes is that the DNA informs us about the likely outcomes so that we can better match the sets of females to that set of customers,” said Tucker.
“Let’s raise the standard that heifers not only have to get bred, but they have to get bred early. Much in the same way that a heifer that has great genomic tests results but is open doesn’t have a lot of value for me. I would kind of argue that a heifer that has great genomic results and is bred unacceptably late, also doesn’t have a lot of value for me, particularly in a commercial herd,” said Thomas.
Panelists exchanged thoughts on the antagonisms between the maternal and terminal sides of the beef business. The panelists talked through the value Tucker mentioned he has different of the advanced genetic selection tools lines of females to meet the different The panel discussed different philosophies that producers now have access to. They production goals of his customers as on heifer selection. Bill Tucker mentioned mentioned it is important to use them they all need different strengths in their that one of the challenges is producers as a guide and an extra tool in making females. Hojer finds it difficult to be create what heifers they want and try to selection decisions, but at the end of the both maternally focused and carcass market them in a sense of hoping that day there’s still a lot of common sense that focused in the same herd. He has to is what another producer wants. The goes into making these decisions. make production decisions based on DNA tools that are available today help
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55TH ANNUAL AMERICAN GELBVIEH ASSOCIATION NATIONAL CONVENTION his customer base thus, his operation focuses on producing females with high maternal ability. Thomas commented on the value of using sex sorted semen to produce replacement females out of the top females in a herd and the value commercial producers would have with multiple half siblings in their herd to really diverge their selection criteria.
Innovated breeding schemes like this can allow producers to raise even more maternal females and still create benefits on the terminal side of the industry. “I think the Gelbvieh breed is in a very unique position right now in terms of where the United States cow inventory is and there’s an opportunity here that
we need to take. Yes, improvement in carcass data, carcass traits, other aspects are great, but we need to remember we’re a maternal breed and there’s an opportunity in front of us right now to really put a bigger footprint in the U.S. cattle inventory,” said Hojer. F
USING INDEXES WITH PURPOSE DR. BOB WEABER, AGA GENETICS CONSULTANT, DISCUSSES THE VALUE OF FINDING THE NEW AGA INDEXES THAT WORK FOR PRODUCERS. by KIRSTEN HESELMEYER, AGA COMMUNICATIONS INTERN
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uring the educational sessions at the 55th Annual American Gelbvieh Association (AGA) National Convention, attendees had the opportunity to hear from Dr. Bob Weaber, AGA genetics consultant. Weaber discussed the benefits and importance of using the new AGA economic indexes in cattle selection. An interesting point Weaber emphasized at the beginning of his talk, is that almost all the bulls that producers raise go out, breed cows, and make an impact on the industry. By making informed breeding decisions, and helping their customers do the same, producers can help the industry become more efficient. He began by highlighting the challenge producers face when trying to digest the massive amount of data that breed associations now provide. He explained that indexes offer a convenient way for producers to make quicker, economically driven decisions and better coach their customers during sale season. While people may have differing opinions on which EPDs matter most for selection, indexes prioritize traits with true economic impact which helps producers stay focused on their goals.
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Weaber discussed the importance of asking the right questions to get customers aligned with the right indexes. For example, when he worked with the purebred unit at Kansas State University, he first tried to understand a customer’s goals, such as retaining replacements, and then pointed them towards bulls whose genetic strengths would align with those goals and let them pick which ones suited them phenotypically. By listening first and then guiding buyers toward bulls whose indexes matched their priorities, the team ensured customers left with cattle suited scenarios. He emphasized that these to their operation, not just the highestindexes are designed with commercial numbered bull in the pen. cow/calf systems in mind, not for seedstock breeders making GelbviehHe says that providing 17 EPDs may on-Gelbvieh mating decisions. While not be helpful in a conversation with a seedstock producers can still use the commercial producer, but indexes are indexes as a helpful reference point, a helpful interpretation of the data in a Weaber cautioned that the models assume form that is usable information. He also Gelbvieh or Gelbvieh-influenced bulls are warned producers that selecting on too being turned out on commercial cows. many traits that are not relevant to their Because of that, purebred breeders need operations is just as dangerous as single to understand the context behind the trait selection. Indexes are a great tool to numbers to avoid selecting cattle that help producers find this focus. don’t fit their program or Weaber then explained how these indexes customer base.F are built, noting that they rely on an economic modeling program hosted by iGendec that assigns weights to traits based on their real-world impact in specific commercial production
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55TH ANNUAL AMERICAN GELBVIEH ASSOCIATION NATIONAL CONVENTION BUILDING YOUR ONLINE PRESENCE MEGAN UNDERWOOD DISCUSSES A PRACTICAL GUIDE TO CREATING EFFECTIVE SOCIAL MEDIA CONTENT AND PROMOTING YOUR OPERATION. by KIRSTEN HESELMEYER, AGA COMMUNICATIONS INTERN
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ne of the highlights of the 55th Annual American Gelbvieh Association (AGA) National Convention meeting was an educational session led by Megan Underwood, AGA communications coordinator. She shared practical guidance on how producers can create simple, effective content and promote their operations across various social media platforms.
making phenotypic changes is never acceptable. She says, “You want your animal to look the same way in their picture as they do when your customer comes to your sale.” Underwood also discussed the rising importance of sale videos. In her opinion, videos are becoming increasingly popular because they are much more difficult to alter and feel more credible. A video shows the full picture of an animal, as you can see their disposition and how they walk. She says patience is key when taking videos, and it is important to give animals an opportunity to show off their best selves.
Underwood also discussed the value of other popular platforms. Instagram would be useful for marketing show heifers to juniors, TikTok is for video content only and has a very specific algorithm to help producers get their content in front of the right people, and Snapchat, which she says is underutilized in our industry, can be used for more casual connections with customers.
She then moved on to discussing how to optimize your reach using the algorithm. She likened the algorithm to the March Madness basketball tournament, where you may start as the 16th seed, but She discussed how important it is for regularly putting out quality content can sale photos to show animals at their help you climb up the ranks. She notes best, because a good photo can add real that it is okay to be the fourth seed for the value to a sale while a bad one can cost Next, Underwood discussed a question remainder of the year, but it is important producers and lower the value of their she is often asked by producers who want not to work all the way up to the number sale. She recommends not posting photos to utilize social media marketing: How do one seed leading up to a sale and then of those animals that “did not look good I take good photos throughout the year? stop posting, because you will have to on picture day” and finding other avenues She said that, from her experience, it is start all over again next year. to promote those animals. not realistic to always have a camera with you, but modern cell phones can take According to Underwood, the key to Underwood does note that photo ethics mastering the climb is an ideal posting are an important part of this conversation. photos and videos that are high quality for use on social media and serve as cadence. It is important to regularly post The only things that are acceptable to practical tools for maintaining a presence without overwhelming the algorithm. remove in Photoshop are halters or a bit For instance, when she took over the of mud. Removing identification marks or online outside of sale season. social media platforms at the AGA, it was Then, she discussed the most popular a slower time of year, and she began by social media platforms and the uses posting two to three times a week. Now they can serve for cattlemen. According in the heart of sale season, she can post to Underwood, Facebook is the most every day because she has established the powerful tool because it has the largest page at the top of the algorithm. After a audience for seedstock and commercial sale, it is perfectly acceptable to slow your users. It is also the only platform that cadence down, and this is a great time to allows producers to include links that utilize cell phone photos to keep people take users off the platform, providing the coming back to your content. ability to add a link to their website or the animal’s registration page either on the Underwood also discussed the types post or in the comments. of content for social media. First, it is “Photos are worth a thousand words, but a good sale picture is worth thousands of dollars,” Underwood said.
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55TH ANNUAL AMERICAN GELBVIEH ASSOCIATION NATIONAL CONVENTION are posting for a family operation or organization, it is important to always say “we” and not “I,” as in “We are excited to announce…” She also says it is important to have one person who always checks captions so there is a consistent tone and voice, and to decide if your content will always be serious or if you would like to incorporate humor to increase engagement. Finally, she discussed paid versus organic content. According to Underwood,
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95% of content should be organic on a business page. Paid media, on the other hand, is an opportunity to reach a tailored audience to promote a specific animal or sale. She encourages producers to boost their posting cadence before they pay a platform to do it for them. If producers do decide to do a paid promotion, she encourages them to pick their own audience based on location, age range and interests such as beef cattle, instead of allowing the social
media platform to do it for you. This will allow producers to reach the right people and maximize the return on their investment. Underwood concluded her talk by reminding producers that the AGA is always available as a resource as social media marketing can be overwhelming and time consuming.F
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55TH ANNUAL AMERICAN GELBVIEH ASSOCIATION NATIONAL CONVENTION ECONOMIC OVERVIEW OF THE US CATTLE INDUSTRY A DISCUSSION OF THE FACTORS SUPPORTING HISTORICALLY HIGH PRICES AND PROVIDING A SOLID OUTLOOK AS BEEF PRODUCERS PLAN FOR THE NEXT FEW YEARS. by KIRSTEN HESELMEYER, AGA COMMUNICATIONS INTERN
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uring the educational sessions at the 55th Annual American Gelbvieh Association (AGA) National Convention, attendees were given the opportunity to hear from Dr. Andrew P. Griffith, a Professor and Extension Livestock Economist at the University of Tennessee. Griffith provided a clear and timely outlook on the state of the cattle market focusing on the supply pressures, price trends, and production decisions that will shape seedstock and commercial operations in the years ahead. Griffith shared that even with recent volatility in the cattle market due to conversations about increasing beef imports, prices remain historically strong in the beef industry. Finished cattle have hit record highs in the last two years, and despite feeder and live cattle prices declining after political comments about beef prices, overall market values have stayed strong. Griffith stated, “You cannot make money on cattle you do not own.” Thus, emphasizing the continued demand for feeder cattle. He also addressed the fact that the United States cattle herd is not yet expanding. Ongoing droughts and high input costs have kept heifer retention slow, especially because replacement decisions are typically made in the fall. According to Griffith, 38% of cattle on feed are heifers, and until that number drops below 34% there is little indication producers are increasing their herds. In his opinion, it will be at least one more year before rebuilding begins. Griffith believes that these record prices should hold for the next few years. He explained that because it takes roughly
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three years for a heifer to produce a market-ready calf, the current limited supply will continue to support strong prices. Griffith also discussed how the current conversation around imports is influencing cattle prices. The United States is known for producing high quality beef, but there is a significant need for lean grinding beef to produce ground beef. He discussed how ground beef is the most popular beef product in America, cattle at such high weights, total beef and how when President Donald production only dropped by 3.6%. Trump references lowering beef costs by increasing imports, he is essentially Overall, Griffith has a positive outlook referring to ground beef, not steaks. on the cattle markets looking forward. As the industry navigates tight inventories According to Griffith, this need for lean and an ongoing need for imported lean grinding beef is what drives the United beef, prices are expected to stay wellStates to import beef from places like Australia, Mexico and South America, to supported, offering producers some welcomed stability.F balance the grind. In his opinion, these imports support finished cattle prices, and when ground beef supply tightens, cull cow prices also increase.
Additionally, Griffith discussed how exports may be down, but demand at home is still strong. The United States exported less beef over the last year and per capita consumption dipped, but both statistics can be explained by the fact that we simply produced less beef this year. Regardless of lower exports and per capita consumption, demand for beef has remained strong. Another interesting point of Griffith’s discussion was his conversation about slaughter weights. In the last year, steer slaughters dropped by 4.4%, heifers by 6.5%, and cows by 17.7%. However, because the industry is slaughtering
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Tag: 093M Average Daily Gain: 4.78 pounds Carcass Value: $4,236 The steers were harvested at National Beef Quality Grade: USDA Choice in Dodge City, Kansas, and sold on the Yield Grade: 3 USPB grid. Thank you to Stuart Jarvis for Owned By: Garrett Dunn donating the USPB delivery rights. The Sired By: GLM Hashtag# H11 steers had an overall hot carcass weight CHAMPION AVERAGE DAILY of 1,018 pounds and an $89.83 net live GAIN BALANCER STEER premium per head. The AGF continues to help advance the Gelbvieh breed through its support of research and development. For this reason, the AGF continues its Scale and Rail Contest and Steer Challenge. These two projects provide the information and funds necessary to generate data sets to advance Gelbvieh carcass merit. Together, these projects will solidify carcass merit within the Gelbvieh breed and place the cattle in a more competitive position in the beef industry through providing supplementary carcass data on Gelbvieh-influenced genetics. In addition to the data collected and the knowledge gained from these projects, money
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American Gelbvieh Foundation Awards Scholarships in Nashville
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he American Gelbvieh Foundation (AGF) awarded $6,250 in scholarships to American Gelbvieh Junior Association (AGJA) members during the American Gelbvieh Association (AGA) Awards Banquet during the 55th Annual AGA National Convention at the Margaritaville Hotel in Nashville, Tennessee.
enthusiasts. With each step I take, I am determined to create a lasting impact on my community and the world of agriculture, ensuring that my love for Gelbvieh cattle continues to thrive for years to come,” said Nowack.
The AGF’s mission is to secure, grow and responsibly distribute assets for research, member education, and youth development to sustain and grow Gelbvieh genetics. Each year the AGF awards scholarships to members of the AGJA, as well as funding youth programs to build the breed’s leaders of tomorrow.
The $1,000 Leness Hall Memorial Scholarship was presented to Jaylea Pope, Ravenna, Neb.
NOWACK HONORED WITH EARL BUSS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP Cameron Nowack, Bland, Mo., was awarded the $1,000 Earl Buss Memorial Scholarship. Nowack is a freshman at Rolla East Central College, majoring in nursing. In the future, she envisions running her family farm with a strong focus on Gelbvieh cattle. She is committed to breeding for characteristics that not only enhance productivity but also prioritize animal welfare. She plans to incorporate balanced nutrition, effective reproductive practices, and proactive disease prevention into her management strategies, to nurture a thriving ecosystem where both the cattle and land flourish. “In essence, my involvement with Gelbvieh cattle has not only fueled my passion for agriculture but also become a defining aspect of my life. As I look ahead, I am excited about the possibilities of running our family farm, advocating for the Gelbvieh breed, and nurturing a new generation of agricultural
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LENESS HALL MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP PRESENTED TO POPE
Jaylea is a junior at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln double-majoring in animal science and agricultural communications and pursing a minor in the Beef Industry Scholars program. She plans to pursue a professional career working with marketing and communications related to the beef industry while continuing to raise Gelbvieh cattle. “What started as a birth announcement in the Gelbvieh World has transformed into a lifelong passion for the Gelbvieh and Balancer® breeds,” said Pope. “My dad had not been raising Gelbvieh cattle for very long before I was born, but I am very grateful that I get a chance to be a part of this great organization and breed association.”
DUNN RECEIVES JACKY LEONHARDT MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP Preston Dunn, St. John, Kan., received the $750 Jacky Leonhardt Memorial Scholarship. Dunn is a senior at Kansas State University double-majoring in animal science and agricultural economics. He plans to work in the economic, risk management or trade sector of the beef industry.
“Looking ahead, I’m committed to a future in the beef industry and plan to continue raising registered Gelbvieh cattle,” Dunn said. “I’m especially interested in exploring the intersection of economics, risk management and genetics in the cattle sector. Where my career path takes me, I know I’ll always return home to continue building and improving my Gelbvieh and Balancer® herd.”
TWO AGJA SCHOLARSHIPS PRESENTED TO DESERVING JUNIORS Callie Derossett, Sulphur, Ky., and Gage Swindler, Braymer, Mo., each received a $750 AGJA scholarship. Derossett is a freshman at the University of Kentucky majoring in animal science with a career goal of being a large animal veterinarian to serve the food animal producers in the Commonwealth of Kentucky. “Looking ahead, I hope to expand my herd and continue improving genetics through selective breeding and performance tracking. I’m particularly interested in integrating Balancer genetics to enhance carcass quality while retaining maternal strengths,” said Derossett. Swindler is a freshman at the University of Missouri majoring in agribusiness management and plans to pursue a career in agriculture. He plans to continue raising Gelbvieh cattle and improving upon the genetics that he has built. “I really don’t see a future for me that doesn’t involve the Gelbvieh breed in some way,” Swindler said.
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LOWE HONORED WITH MARY ZILLINGER CATES MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP Corbin Lowe, Winfield, Kan., was the recipient of the $500 Mary Zillinger Cates Memorial Scholarship. Lowe is a freshman at Northern Oklahoma Colleges majoring in animal science with a pre-veterinary medicine option and is a member of the livestock judging team. His ultimate goal is to become a bovine embryologist, specializing in improving genetic lines within the Gelbvieh breed. “I’m proud to represent the Gelbvieh breed and to be a part of a community that values excellence, mentorship, and integrity. I look forward to continuing the grow as a leader, cattleman, and advocate – not just for Gelbvieh cattle, but for the agricultural industry as a whole. No matter where the future takes me, I know Gelbvieh cattle will always be at the center of my story,” said Lowe.
REA MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP PRESENTED TO MARTIN Lincoln Martin, Bucklin, Kan., was presented the $500 Rea Memorial Scholarship. Martin is a sophomore at Butler Community College majoring in agribusiness. He plans to transfer to Kansas State University to double-major in animal science and agribusiness with a career goal to work in sales. “Adaptability, strength and the foundation of leadership…all three of these are important to the longevity of the beef industry and the Gelbvieh breed,” said Martin.
MURRAY RECEIVES PATTI KENDRICK MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP Braxton Murray is the recipient of the $500 Patti Kendrick Memorial Scholarship. Murray is a sophomore at Oklahoma State University majoring in finance with a minor in agribusiness. He plans to work in accounting or consulting servicing agricultural businesses in business
analysis, accounting, and loan servicing while growing his seedstock operation. “I plan to find employment off the family operation. Hopefully, helping farmers and ranchers reach their financial goals,” said Murray. “I also plan to maintain my cow herd and continue to be an active breeder and contributor of the AGA with plans of eventually returning to the family farm as a successor.”
AGJA SCHOLARSHIP AWARDED TO BUTTERFIELD Teagan Butterfield, Atkinson, Neb., was awarded the $500 AGJA Scholarship. Butterfield is a freshman at Fort Hays State University majoring in Agricultural Business. Her career goal is to help ranchers be informed about livestock risk protection agencies. “My future will definitely involve my dream of a Gelbvieh cow herd. This breed has supported me, shaped my goals, my work ethic, and my future. I’m proud to be a part of the Gelbvieh breed and very determined to help it grow. The herd is growing and so is the dream,” Butterfield said.F
Left to right: Teagan Butterfield and Cameron Nowack were present to accept their American Gelbvieh Foundation Scholarships at the 55th Annual AGA National Convention in Nashville, Tenn.
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GRAND CHAMPION GELBVIEH FEMALE CHAMPION COW/CALF PAIR JRI Ms Honeysuckle 285F37 Locust Hill Farms, Yanceyville, N.C. Sire: JRI Secret Instinct 254U83
RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION GELBVIEH FEMALE CHAMPION JUNIOR YEARLING HEIFER MDR Clara Allen 415M Corbin Lowe, Winfield, Kan. Sire: MDR First Step 7549E
CHAMPION BAL ANCER FEMALE CHAMPION JUNIOR YEARLING HEIFER BCFG Butlers Ms Margo 549M1 Kyra Moore, Fountain Run, Ky. Sire: RA AB Johnny 91 J
RESERVE CHAMPION BAL ANCER FEMALE CHAMPION SENIOR YEARLING HEIFER TGV T Bar S Ms 1228L Lanie Sasser, Edmond, Okla. Sire: TGV T Bar S Bull seye 4013J
GRAND CHAMPION GELBVIEH BULL CHAMPION JUNIOR GELBVIEH BULL JNCC Perspective 4057M ET Cameron Nowack, Bland, Mo. Sire: GRU Grand Plan 744G
RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION GELBVIEH BULL CHAMPION INTERMEDIATE GELBVIEH BULL CNGN DNF Final Call M03 Caitlin Newton, Seneca, S.C. Sire: GHGF Whit’s Zeus 25J2 ET
GRAND CHAMPION BAL ANCER BULL CHAMPION SENIOR YEARLING BULL CBRO Big Shot 2390L Cody Brown, Dwight, Kan. Sire: CBRO Big Shot 2390L
RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION BAL ANCER BULL CHAMPION SPRING BULL CALF SEPT Adrenaline N512 September Farms, Franklin, Neb. Sire: PVF Blacklist 707 7
GELBVIEH FEMALES CHAMPION JUNIOR HEIFER CALF JNCC Nadia 513N Cameron Nowack, Bland, Mo. Sire: CRLL JNCC Empire 9083H ET
CHAMPION SENIOR YEARLING HEIFER BCFG Butlers Ms Lou 13L1 ET Jett Baker, Stuart, Okla. Sire: JRI General Patton 213B97 ET
RESERVE CHAMPION SENIOR HEIFER CALF CNGN DNF Marci M05 Kinley Metts, Seneca, S.C. Sire: GHGF Whit’s Zeus 25J2 ET
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CHAMPION INTERMEDIATE FEMALE GHGF Madonna 46M Alexandria Raab, Markle, Ind. Sire: GHGF War Eagle H275
CHAMPION SENIOR HEIFER CALF JNCC Madonna CTJ 4474M ET Cameron Nowack, Bland, Mo. Sire: GRU Grand Plan 744G
CHAMPION SPRING HEIFER CALF SEPT GHGF Kissed After Midnight N510 September Farms, Franklin, Neb. Sire: BABR On Rush 3000L ET
RESERVE CHAMPION SENIOR HEIFER CALF LHC 4132M ET Locust Hill Farms, Yanceyville, N.C. Sire: TAU Rush 110H ET
CHAMPION JUNIOR HEIFER CALF SEPT Hellcat Melania N507 September Farms, Franklin, Neb. Sire: BABR On Rush 3000L ET
CHAMPION INTERMEDIATE HEIFER CCDE Mindy 122M Callie Derossett, Sulphur, Ky. Sire: KILB PMFG Triple Crown 146J
RESERVE JUNIOR HEIFER CALF CRLL JNCC Naomi 514N Bo Nowack-Schlottog, Bland, Mo. Sire: PVF Blacklist 707 7
RESERVE CHAMPION JUNIOR YEARLING HEIFER BCFG Butlers Ms Marna 534M ET Jett Baker, Stuart, Okla. Sire: BCFG Butlers Impact 549U
CHAMPION SENIOR HEIFER CALF JNCC Mirabelle 456M Cameron Nowack, Bland, Mo. Sire: PVF Blacklist 707 7
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RESERVE CHAMPION JUNIOR YEARLING HEIFER BCFG Butlers Ms Moana 207M2 ET Alexandria Raab, Markle, Ind. Sire: PVF Blacklist 707 7 CHAMPION COW/CALF PAIR SEPT Promised A Kiss September Farms, Franklin, Neb. Sire: Colburn Primo 5153
GELBVIEH BULLS CHAMPION SENIOR BULL CALF LHC Hancock 4102M Locust Hill Farms, Yanceyville, N.C. Sire: KCF Bennett E158
BALANCER BULLS CHAMPION JUNIOR BULL CALF PMTD Black Ice 553N Tillman Derossett, Glasgow, Ky. Sire: PVF Mar vel 9185
CHAMPION SENIOR BULL CALF JGPG Ver Lux 4220M ET JCP Gelbvieh, Lathrop, Mo . Sire: GDV T Bar S Casino 115G ET CHAMPION JUNIOR YEARLING BULL CNGN DNF Iced Out M01 Caitlin Newton, Seneca, S.C. Sire: SCC SCH 24 Karat 838 RESERVE CHAMPION JUNIOR YEARLING BULL JBM Maverick M2 Murley Farms, Etoile, Ky. Sire: GRU Just N Time 714J
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GRAND CHAMPION GELBVIEH/BAL ANCER JUNIOR FEMALE CHAMPION SENIOR YEARLING HEIFER TGV T Bar S 1228L Lanie Sasser, Edmond, Okla. Sire: T Bar S Bull seye 4013J
RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION GELBVIEH/ BAL ANCER JUNIOR FEMALE CHAMPION INTERMEDIATE HEIFER GHGF Madonna 46M Alexandria Raab, Markle, Ind. Sire: GHGF War Eagle H275
JUNIOR FEMALES CHAMPION SPRING HEIFER CALF MCAF Miss Fancy 2.0 019N Madelyn Fr yman, Cynthiana, Ky. Sire: ALS Mr S & S Jackpot 889F 8J CHAMPION WINTER HEIFER CALF CRLL JNCC Naomi 514N Bo Nowack-Schlottog, Bland, Mo. Sire: PVF Blacklist 707 7 RESERVE CHAMPION WINTER HEIFER CALF JNCC Nadia 513N Cameron Nowack, Bland, Mo. Sire: CRLL JNCC Empire 9083H ET CHAMPION BRED & OWNED WINTER HEIFER CALF JNCC Nadia 513N Cameron Nowack, Bland, Mo. Sire: CRLL JNCC Empire 9083H ET
RESERVE SENIOR HEIFER CALF GDTB Journey’s First Lady M121 Thompson Phelps, Paragould, Ark. Sire: MDR First Step 7549E
GRAND CHAMPION GELBVIEH/BAL ANCER JUNIOR BRED & OWNED FEMALE KBRO Ms Mia 2428M ET Kaycee Brown, Dwight, Kan. Sire: X XB Nebraska 924J
RESERVE L ATE SPRING YEARLING HEIFER MDR Mindy 411M Thompson Phelps. Paragould, Ark. Sire: MDR Stoney Larue 1572J ET
RESERVE CHAMPION INTERMEDIATE HEIFER CCDE Mindy 122M Callie Derossett, Sulphur, Ky. Sire: KILB PMFG Triple Crown 146J
CHAMPION BRED & OWNED L ATE SPRING YEARLING HEIFER KBRO Ms Mia 2428M ET Kaycee Brown, Dwight, Kan. Sire: X XB Nebraska 924J
CHAMPION INTERMEDIATE BRED & OWNED HEIFER CCDE Mindy 122M Callie Derossett, Sulphur, Ky. Sire: KILB PMFG Triple Crown 146J
CHAMPION JUNIOR YEARLING HEIFER MDR Clara Allen 415M Corbin Lowe, Winfield, Kan. Sire: MDR First Step 7549E
CHAMPION L ATE SPRING YEARLING HEIFER BCFG Butlers Ms Margo 549M1 Kyra Moore, Fountain Run, Ky. Sire: RA AB Johnny 91 J
RESERVE CHAMPION JUNIOR YEARLING HEIFER GHGF Material Girl 601M Addyson Primm, Jasper, Mo. Sire: GHGF Momentum F844
CHAMPION SENIOR HEIFER CALF BCFG Butlers Ms Maysie M28 ET Alexandria Raab, Markle, Ind. Sire: BCFG Butlers General Lee 1207 ET
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EVENTS OF INTEREST JANUARY 2026 JAN. 4
JAN. 4
JAN. 4
JAN. 5
JAN. 6
Cattlemen’s Congress Junior Gelbvieh/Balancer Show, Oklahoma City, Okla. Breeder’s Choice Gelbvieh Bull Futurity, Oklahoma City, Okla. People’s Choice Balancer Bull Futurity, Oklahoma City, Okla. Cattlemen’s Congress Gelbvieh/Balancer Pen Shows, Oklahoma City, Okla. Cattlemen’s Congress National Gelbvieh/ Balancer Shows, Oklahoma City, Okla.
JAN. 7-13 2026 National Western Stock Show Gelbvieh and Balancer Shows, Denver. Colo. JAN. 14
Warner Beef Genetics Maternal Merit in the Yards Sale, Denver, Colo.
JAN. 10
Top of the Rockies Online Sale, Online @ SC Online Sales
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FEB. 19
Gustin’s Diamond D Gelbvieh Annual Production Sale, Medina, N.D.
FEB. 21
Locust Hill Cattle Co. Bull & Female Sale, Pelham, N.C.
FEB. 25
Grund Beef Genetics Annual Bull Sale, Sharon Springs, Kan.
FEB. 26
Plateau Gelbvieh Bull Sale, Brush, Colo.
FEB. 27
35th Annual Pot of Gold Bull Sale, Montrose, Colo.
FEB. 28
17th Annual Genetic Power Sale, Springfield, Mo.
Seedstock Plus North Missouri Bull Sale, Kingsville, Mo.
FEB. 28
FEB. 14
Prairie Hills Gelbvieh Annual Bull Sale, Gladstone, N.D.
Post Rock Cattle Company Cowman’s Kind Bull & Female Sale, Barnard, Kan.
FEB. 28
FEB. 14
Smith Farms Bull & Female Sale, Purvis, Miss.
FEB. 17
Draft Picks Bull Sale, Innisfail, AB
Larson’s Lost River Livestock 16th Annual Production Sale, Clearbrook, Minn.
FEB. 17
48th Annual Cedar Top Ranch Maternal Empire Bull Sale, Burwell, Neb.
JAN. 25
North Dakota Gelbvieh Association 42nd Annual Golden Rule Sale, Mandan, N.D.
FEBRUARY 2026 FEB. 2
Taubenheim Gelbvieh 36th Annual Production Sale, Amherst, Neb.
FEB. 5
Black Hills Stock Show Gelbvieh & Balancer Show/Sale, Rapid City, S.D.
FEB. 13
Lemke Cattle Annual Bull & Female Sale, Lawrence, Neb.
FEB. 14
EVENTS OF INTEREST MARCH 2026 MARCH 1 Epley Cattle Annual Bull Sale, Nelson, Neb. MARCH 2 Hojer Ranch 34th Annual Gelbvieh & Balancer Production Sale, Lake Preston, S.D. MARCH 3 Swanson Cattle Company Annual Production Sale, Oxford, Neb. MARCH 4 Warner Beef Genetics Genetic Investment Bull Sale, Arapahoe, Neb. MARCH 7 Thorstenson’s Lazy TV Ranch 45th Annual Bull Sale, Selby, S.D. MARCH 7 Judd Ranch 48th Gelbvieh Balancer and Red Angus Bull Sale, Pomona, Kan.
MARCH 10 Bar Arrow Cattle Company 36th Annual Production Sale, Phillipsburg, Kan.
MARCH 28 Seedstock Plus South Missouri Bull & Female Sale, Carthage, Mo.
MARCH 11 Twin View Livestock Bull Sale, Parkbeg, SK
APRIL 2026
MARCH 14 Hilltop Farms Annual Gelbvieh/Balancer Bull & Female Sale, Carthage, Mo. MARCH 14 Bluegrass Gelbvieh Alliance Production Sale, Fredonia, Ky. MARCH 14 Midwest Beef Cattle Consultants 23rd Annual Spring Bull and Female Sale, Carthage, Ind. MARCH 14 Seedstock Plus Red Reward Bull & Female Sale, Osceola, Mo.
MARCH 7 Seedstock Plus Arkansas Bull Sale, Hope, Ark.
MARCH 20 Southwest Iowa Bull and Female Sale, Creston, Iowa
MARCH 7 Kentucky Beef Expo Gelbvieh/Balancer Sale, Louisville, Ky.
MARCH 28 Cranview Gelbvieh Genetic Progress Sale, Rugby, N.D.
MARCH 7 Flying H Genetics Herd Bulls Sale, Arapahoe, Neb.
MARCH 28 Wilkinson Gelbvieh Annual Bull Sale, Model, Colo.
APRIL 11
Knoll Crest Farm Spring Bull & Female Sale, Concord, Va.
Visit the online version of Upcoming Events at Gelbvieh.org for additional dates of upcoming sales and more information on each event. Editor’s Note: If you have a sale or event information for this listing, please email the information to meganu@gelbvieh.org. This includes tours, expos, field days and other Gelbvieh events.
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BREEDERS CORNER ARIZONA
Jim Roelle 38330 CR 49 Peetz, CO 80747
IOWA
(C): 970-520-1224 jr.plateau@hotmail.com www.plateaugelbvieh.com
The Prosser Family
LONE OAK C AT T L E Eric Ehresman 20963 30th St.
hornsandthorns@netins.net
(319) 480-1564
Mechanicsville, Iowa 52306
Martens Gelbvieh
928-380-5149 cell
Gary Martens 2126 500th St • Walnut, Iowa 51577 712.764.5007 (H) • 712.249.5744 (C) martensgl@yahoo.com
Winslow, AZ www.bartbar.com • info@bartbar.com
RFI Tested Balancer®, Gelbvieh & Angus Bulls Sell Annually in April at the Ranch
Annual Bull and Female Sale March 20, 2026 with the Southwest Iowa Gelbvieh Group
HH Triple H Farms H
Doug & Nancy Holste 3113 260th Street Clarinda, Iowa 51632 712-303-2088 • 712-303-1947 tripleh1@unitedwb.coop
ARKANSAS
H ODGES R ANCH
Bulls and Heifers for sale Private Treaty
Neal
(870) 426-4469 or (870) 704-9450
15702 Hodges Rd., Omaha, Ark. 72662 Hodgesranch@live.com
ILLINOIS KANSAS
Quality Gelbvieh & Balancer Genetics Available Private Treaty Sales
Martin Cattle Company David & Rita Martin
256 Boyce Road Judsonia, Ar 72081 C: 501.278.7614 www.martincattleco.com
Private Treaty Sales Available Year Round
J & K GELBVIEH FARM, INC. Jerry & Karen Wilson 335 Gelbvieh Lane, Ava, IL 62907
Tim Mulroy 785-640-6401 Mayetta, KS
618-521-8620 • jkgf88@frontier.com
tim@blackgoldinc.biz
REGISTERED GELBVIEH AND BALANCER®
INDIANA COLORADO
3 G Ranch
Gelbvieh Cattle For Sale Dave & Dawn Bowman 55784 Holly Rd. • Olathe, CO 81425 (970) 323-6833 • www.bowkranch.com
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Carl, Rebecca & Emily Griffiths
1577 N 600 E • Kendallville, Ind. 46755 260/897-2160 • ggge3g@embarqmail.com
Your call or visit is Always Welcome
Bar Arrow Cattle Company Stuar t Jar vis
26 E. Limestone Rd. • Phillipsburg, Kan. 67661 e-mail: bararrow@ruraltel.net • 785-543-8120
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“Where workin’ cattle and eye appeal come full circle” John & Carla Shearer 2815 Navajo Rd. • Canton, Kan. 67428 circle_s@hometelco.net 620.628.4621
620.654.6507 (John Cell) • 620.654.6731 (Johnny Cell)
Annual Production Sale 1st Saturday in April
To purchase a Breeder Block, contact Malerie Markley at malerie@gelbvieh.org or 303-465-2333. DAVID AND DAN LARSON 12866 Lindberg Lake Road Clearbrook, MN 56634 David cell – (218) 766-3323 Dan cell – (402) 560-4052 www.lostriverlivestockmn.com Annual Production Sale last Saturday in February
Gelbvieh Bre
CONTACT:
BRAD, Amy OR KARLEY RUMFELT 417-664-6936 BRUMFELT7556@GMAIL.COM PHILLIPSBURG, MO. THE VEHIGE FAMILY
POST ROCK CATTLE COMPANY 3041 E. Hwy. 284, Barnard, KS 67418 Bill Clark: 785.792.6244 Leland Clark: 785.392.0888 Office: 785.792.6244 Leland Clark: 785.792.6208 Kyle 785.792.6250 Cavalli: 785-531-1947 Fax: Email: prcc@twinvalley.net
RUMFELT
TOM, STACY, JUSTIN, KYLE+JERA, GRACE
MISSOURI
761 STATE HIGHWAY 413 BILLINGS, MO 65610 JUSTIN: 573.690.3813 KYLE: 573.645.8819 DON’T BUY A BULL, BUY A PROGRAM. FOUNDED ON FUNCTION. FOCUSED ON YOUR DEMAND.
Committed to raising quality seedstock Registered Gelbvieh and Balancer® Cattle Elmer, Brenda, Brad & Benny McWilliams Asbury, Mo. 64832 • 417-842-3225 • 417-529-0081(cell)
NOWACK
Cattle Company Owensville, MO
Registered Gelbvieh & Balancer Cattle
Jared, Caisie, Brooke & Cameron 573.280.4633
Gilbert & Debra 573.646.3477
Bulls and Females for Sale by private treaty year round.
Red Ridge gelbvieh Purebred A.I. Seedstock Bulls and Heifers Available.
Al & Mary Knapp
Cell: (913) 219-6613 H: (913) 724-4105 www.triplekgelbvieh.com
18291 158th Street Basehor, Kan. 66007 e-mail: knappa@swbell.net
MINNESOTA
Kevin Ireland
Docility 237 SW 30th Ave. & Trenton, MO 64683 Proven Cell (660) 635-1433 Performance ksi1987@grundyec.net
MONTANA Quality Livestock that Work for You Quarter Horses Want to Please Strong Bone Intelligent Athletic
Gelbvieh Carcass Quality Calving Ease Tenderness Docility
1496 Goose Creek Rd. • Raynesford, MT 59469 Ranch Phone: 406.738.4220 • BarJRGelbvieh@3rivers.net BarJRGelbvieh.com
Rogers Valley Farm Gelbvieh Breed for Tomorrow’s Cattle Today! A Breed Leader in Tenderness & Marbling
P.O. Box 51 Mendon, Mo. 64660 660-888-2536 (C) Ronald Rogers email: rogers_valley_farm_feedlot@hotmail.com
406-366-6953
“Gelbvieh since 1973” Kathleen Rankin Jim Bjorkman 1285 Nine Mile Rd. 406-937-4815 Oilmont, MT 59466 krankin@northerntel.net 406-460-0535 www.kickinghorseranch.com
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BREEDERS CORNER Squeakin’ By-LK Farms
NEBRASKA
Gelbvieh Bulls Black
Kyle & Lori Kuker Shubert, NE
Balancer Females Red
402-883-7246
402-883-2366 402-245-7512 sqblkfarms.com Facebook.com/sqblkfarms sqblkfarms@gmail.com
Quality Gelbvieh, Angus & Balancer Cattle
DUANE & WENDY STRIDER, OWNERS
(336) 964-6277
ccrosscattle@yahoo.com • ccrosscattle.com
Taubenheim Gelbvieh
Production Sale First Monday in February Mike, Justin, & Tanner Taubenheim 23685 Sartoria Road - Amherst, NE 68812 308-233-4704 or 308-293-0692 GELBVIEHV BALANCER V ANGUS
www.taubenheimgelbvieh.com
Private Treaty Bull & Heifer Sales • Orchard, Neb. Val Livingston • www.88ranch.com • 402-655-2288
Deane A. Novak Dorchester, NE Cell # 402.641.6900
CCRO CAROLINA EXCLUSIVE 1230Y
ANNUAL BULL & FEMALE SALE 2ND SATURDAY IN NOV. Private Treaty Sales Available Year Round.
Producing Black, Polled Genetics for Today & Tomorrow.
website: www.triplengelbvieh.com
Scott Wolf Travis Wolf 308.529.3733 Gothenburg, Neb. • wolfgelbvieh@gmail.com
Walter & Lee Teeter 1380 French Belk Rd. • Mt. Ulla, N.C. 28125 (704) 664-5784
NORTH D AKOTA
NEVADA
FLYING H GE N E T I C S
Quality Guaranteed Bulls and Females Herd Bull & Female Sales in March & November Kyle Helms Bryan Helms 308-962-6940 307-840-0920
CCRO CAROLINA LEVERAGE 3214A
THE HERD THAT CONSISTENTLY PRODUCES CATTLE WITH PERFORMANCE, CARCASS AND EYE APPEAL.
Dick & Jean Williams P.O. Box 156 Orovada, NV 89425 775•272•3442
“Pounds Make Profit in Your Pocket” Bulls & Heifers Private Treaty 6700 County Rd. 19 S. Minot, N.D. 58701
Follow us on Facebook & at www.flyinghgenetics.com
NORTH CAROLINA
Cole Eppley 402-6210-359
YANCEYVILLE, NC
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TODD HODGES (336) 601-8684 GREG “BUBBA” ANDERSON (828) 442-6869
(701) 624-2051 (H) (701) 720-8823 (C)
Rob Arnold
Email: RLAGelbvieh@aol.com
Registered Gelbvieh & Balancers®
u Dennis & Sherry Gustin Family Al and Peggy Gustin Mandan, N.D. • 701-663-7266
u Richie & Sarah Heinrich 701-320-6484 (cell) email: gustindd@wildblue.net www.gustinsdiamondd.com
VIRGINIA OKLAHOMA LAZY TV S e l by, S D
12980 Cedar Rd. Vaughn & Wendy 605-848-0421 Gina 605-850-9390
vwthor@venturecomm.net www.Balancerbulls.com
LeGRAND
Purebred bulls and heifers for sale by private treaty
Ed LeGrand
809 S. Redlands Rd. • Stillwater, OK 74074
405-747-6950 • alane@c21global.com Homo. Black, Homo. Polled • Breeding Stock Available
Cell: 605-620-0023 Cell: 605-860-1237 Email: rthull@msn.com Duane, Rhonda, Kristyne, Jordan, Brooke Thull Oldham, South Dakota
Koehn Cattle Co.
Keith, Janice, Dustin & Britney
Patrick Koehn
73243 Carter Rd., Goltry, Okla. 580-541-2633 koehncattlecompany@gmail.com
605-852-2131
Gelbvieh Genetics at Work
kvolek@venturecomm.net
www.knollcrestfarm.com knollcrest@knollcrestfarm.com PO Box 117 • Red House, VA • 23963 Paul S. Bennett Jim G. Bennett Brian R. Bennett Dalton G. Bennett Office
(434) 941-8245 (434) 664-7935 (434) 664-8309 (434) 664-7946 (434) 376-3567
PRIVATE TREATY SALES YEAR-ROUND ANNUAL SALES IN APRIL & DECEMBER
SOUTH DAKOTA
TENNESSEE
Lori Maude 303.809.3789 (C) Ranch 605.391.0711 lori.maude@gmail.com
CAVE CREEK CATTLE JEFF PROCTOR
CHARLOTTE, TN | 931.801.5787 WWW.CAVECREEKCATTLE.COM CAVECREEKCATTLE@GMAIL.COM
Hermosa, S.D.
Annual Bull Sale 3rd Saturday in December.
Quality Gelbvieh & Balancer® Cattle
To purchase a Breeder Block, contact Malerie Markley at malerie@gelbvieh.org or 303-465-2333.
ClinCh Mountain Gelbvieh
John & Liz Loy (865) 687-1968 (865) 235-8869 (C)
7611 Dyer Rd. Luttrell, TN 37779 j.b.loy@att.net
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LITTLE WINDY HIll.L
Farms
Doug & Sue Hughes 6916 Peppers Ferry Road Max Meadows, VA 24360 C 276/620-4271 lwhf@wiredog.com
Gale Rippey Farms SPECIALIZING IN COMMERCIAL BALANCER® FEMALES
Galax, Virginia 276.233.0999 • galerippey1966@gmail.com
Bulls & Heifers for Sale
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BREEDERS CORNER SERVICE CENTER WASHINGTON
All your A.I. needs!!
Bull Barn Genetics 35 Years in business
• Gelbvieh • Sheaths • Gloves • Angus • Red Angus • Cito Thaw Units • Simmental • Tanks • Club Calf • A.I. Kits • Arm Service • Salers • Shorthorn Eldon & Kathy Starr • Dairy 210 Starr Dr • Stapleton, Neb. 69163 • Charolais bullbarn@bullbarn.com • Hereford 800-535-6173 • www.bullbarn.com
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WYOMING
Nine Bar Nine Gelbvieh Wesley Brown
1369 Deer Creek Rd • Fort Laramie, WY 82212
307-351-6453 • ninebar9@hotmail.com Purebred Bulls, Heifers & Select Embryos Performance BRED in, Not FED in!
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T H E M AR S T ON GROU P
• Sale Management • Ring Service • Sale Clerking
Online Sales hosted by:
Andee Marston // 785.250.4449 email: andeemarston@gmail.com 365 Agenda Ln • Agenda, KS 66930
Dan McCarty • Auctioneer • • Professional Ring Service • 970-481-5217
ADVERTISING INDEX 3 G Ranch....................................................46 Bar Arrow Cattle Co........................... 27, 46 Bar JR Gelbvieh...........................................47 Bar T Bar Ranches......................................46 Boehler Gelbvieh........................................48 Bow K Ranch..............................................46 Bull Barn Genetics..................................4, 50 Bull Creek Gelbvieh...................................49 C.H. Morris & Sons, LLC..........................49 Canadian Gelbvieh Association...............50 Cave Creek Cattle.......................................49 C-Cross Cattle Company..........................48 Cedar Top Ranch...................................... BC Chimney Butte Ranch................................48 Circle S Ranch.............................................47 CJ&L Livestock...........................................49 CK Cattle Co...............................................48 Clinch Mountain Gelbvieh........................49 Cranview Gelbvieh.............................. 41, 48 Dan McCarty, Auctioneer.........................50 Danell Diamond Six Ranch.......................47 Diamond L Farms......................................49 Doak Lambert, Auctioneer.......................50 Draft Picks Sale...........................................31 Epley Cattle...................................................4 Flying H genetics........................................48 Gale Rippey Farms.....................................49 Gelbvieh & Balancer National Sale..........52 Genetic Power Sale.....................................23
Green Hills Gelbvieh..................................48 Gustin’s Diamond D Gelbvieh........... 19, 48 High Bar Cattlle Company........................35 Hilltop Farms....................................... 11, 47 Hodges Ranch.............................................46 Hojer Ranch............................................7, 49 Ivers Cattle Company................................47 J & K Gelbvieh Farm, Inc..........................46 Judd Ranch....................................................1 Kicking Horse Ranch.................................47 Knoll Crest Farm........................................49 Koehn Cattle Co.........................................49 Larson’s Lost River Livestock....................47 Lazy TV Ranch.......................................7, 49 Ledgerwood Gelbvieh................................50 Lemke Cattle Co.........................................29 Little Windy Hill Farms.............................49 Locust Hill Cattle Co.......................... 27, 48 Lone Oak Cattle..........................................46 Martens Gelbvieh.......................................46 Martin Cattle Company.............................46 Mitchell Marketing Services.....................50 MLM Gelbvieh............................................48 Mulroy Farms..............................................46 Neogen.........................................................39 Nine Bar Nine Gelbvieh.............................50 North Dakota Golden Rule Sale...............25 Nowack Cattle Company...........................47 Plateau Gelbvieh.........................................46
Post Rock Cattle Company.......................47 Prairie Breeze Ranch..................................47 Prairie Hills Gelbvieh.............................5, 49 ProHart Seedstock......................................46 Red Ridge Gelbvieh....................................47 Rogers Valley Farm Gelbvieh....................47 Rumfelt Gelbvieh........................................47 S.J. Cattle Co................................................49 Sawtooth Gelbvieh Cattle & Hay..............48 Seedstock Plus.............................................33 Squeakin’ By-LK Farms.............................48 T Bar S Cattle Co........................................47 Taubenheim Gelbvieh......................... 21, 48 The 88 Ranch...............................................48 Thull Gelbvieh Farm..................................49 TJB Gelbvieh ........................................... IFC Triple H Farms............................................46 Triple K Gelbvieh........................................47 Triple N Gelbvieh.......................................48 Volek Ranch................................................49 Warner Beef Genetics.............................IBC Wilkinson Gelbvieh...................................46 Witt Cattle...................................................47 Wolf Gelbvieh.............................................48
Contact Malerie for advertising opportunities and deadlines.
MALERIE MARKLEY GELBVIEH MEDIA PRODUCTIONS COORDINATOR malerie@gelbvieh.org | (303) 465-2333
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ADVERTISING INDEX 3 G Ranch....................................................38 AGA Convention........................................18 AGA Photo Contest...................................34 B/F Cattle Co...............................................39 Bar Arrow Cattle Company......................39 Bar JR Gelbvieh...........................................40 Bar T Bar Ranches......................................38 Bow K Ranch..............................................38 Boys from the South Sale...........................31 Bull Barn Genetics............................... 14, 42 C.H. Morris & Sons, LLC..........................41 Canadian Gelbvieh Association...............42 Cattlemen’s Connection.............................42 Cave Creek Cattle.......................................41 C-Cross Cattle Company..........................40 Cedar Top Ranch................................ 40, BC Chimney Butte Ranch......................... 27, 41 Circle S Ranch.............................................39 CJ&L Livestock...........................................41 Clinch Mountain Gelbvieh........................41 Cow Power Female Genotyping Project..36 Cranview Gelbvieh.....................................41 Dan McCarty, Auctioneer.........................42 Danell Diamond Six Ranch.......................40 Destination Female Sale............................35 Doak Lambert, Auctioneer.......................42 Flying H Genetics.......................... 17, 39, 40 Gale Rippey Farms.....................................42 Gelbvieh & Balancer National Sale..........25
Post Rock Cattle Company.......................39 Prairie Breeze Ranch..................................39 Prairie Hills Gelbvieh.................................41 ProHart Seedstock......................................38 Red Ridge Gelbvieh....................................39 Rogers Valley Farm Gelbvieh....................39 Rumfelt Gelbvieh........................................39 S.J. Cattle Co................................................41 Sawtooth Gelbvieh Cattle & Hay..............40 Seedstock Plus.............................................13 Southeast Elite Gelbvieh Genetics Sale......7 Southwest Cattlemen’s Classic..................29 Squeakin’ By-LK Farms.............................40 Swenson Gelbvieh......................................39 T Bar S Cattle Co................................. 39, 44 Taubenheim Gelbvieh................................40 The 88 Ranch...............................................40 The Rockies to the Pacific Sale..................24 Thull Gelbvieh Farm..................................41 TJB Gelbvieh ........................................... IFC Triple K Gelbvieh........................................39 Volek Ranch................................................41 Warner Beef Genetics.............................IBC White Oak Farms.......................................39 Wilkinson Gelbvieh...................................38 Witt Cattle...................................................39 Wolf Gelbvieh.............................................40
Gelbvieh Association in Nebraska...........15 Green Hills Gelbvieh..................................40 Gustin’s Diamond D Gelbvieh..................41 Hampton Cattle Company........................41 Hart Farm Gelbvieh...................................38 Hilltop Farms..............................................39 Hodges Ranch.............................................38 Hojer Ranch................................................41 Ivers Cattle Company................................39 J & K Gelbvieh Farm, Inc..........................38 Judd Ranch....................................................1 Kicking Horse Ranch.................................40 Knoll Crest Farm....................................5, 41 Koehn Cattle Co.........................................41 Lazy TV Ranch...........................................41 Ledgerwood Gelbvieh................................42 Lemke Cattle...............................................40 Little Windy Hill Farms.............................41 Lone Oak Cattle..........................................38 M&P Gelbvieh............................................40 Martens Gelbvieh.......................................38 Martin Cattle Company.............................38 Mitchell Marketing Services.....................42 MLM Gelbvieh............................................40 Mulroy Farms, LLC....................................38 Nine Bar Nine Gelbvieh.............................42 Nowack Cattle Company...........................39 Plateau Gelbvieh.........................................38 GELBVIEH & Plus One Cattle Co.....................................38
BALANCER SALE
2026 CATTLEMEN’S CONGRESS TENTATIVE GELBVIEH SCHEDULE
JANUARY 5, 2026 BARN 3 SALE ARENA • CATTLEMEN’S CONGRESS 5 P.M. CST • OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT: MATT SIMS, (405) 641-6081
AUCTIONEER & SALE MANAGEMENT:
Thurs., Jan. 1 Noon 7:00 p.m.
Arrival and Stalling Gates Close for Cattle Arrival
Sun., Jan. 4 10:00 a.m. Gelbvieh/Balancer Junior Female Show 3:00 p.m. Gelbvieh Futurity Show Mon., Jan. 5
Noonmonth. Gelbvieh/Balancer Pen Show Contact Malerie for advertising opportunities. Ad deadline is the 1st of the month prior to the issue
MALERIE MARKLEY MULTIMEDIA COORDINATOR Matt Sims (405) 641-6081 malerie@gelbvieh.org | (303) 465-2333 matt@mcsauction.com www.mcsauction.com
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5:00 p.m. The Congressional National Gelbvieh/Balancer Sale, B3SA
Tues., Jan. 6 8:00 a.m.
National Gelbvieh/Balancer Bull and Female Show
in maternal magic
WE PUT MATERNAL
Genetic INVESTMENT Bull Sale
Wednesday. MARCH 4 . 2026 1:00 PM ( CST ) At the Ranch, Arapahoe, NE
GELBVIEH, BALANCER® AND ANGUS BULLS
Selling 150+ lots.
BULLS LIKE THESE SELL MARCH 5 - INCLUDING FULL AND HALF BROTHERS.
TJB ANISSA 954G
TJB VELVET 978G
TJB ANISSA 579C
TJB Gelbvieh Ad
TJB ANISSA 806F
TJB VANESSA 4103C
TJB LADY GRANITE 873F
Join us in the Yards in Denver JANUARY 14, 2026 Maternal Merit Female Sale TJB ANISSA 988G
TJB ANISSA 0119H
TJB ANISSA 986G
TJB ANISSA 731E
TJB ANISSA 6137E
TJB ANISSA 149X
455 BROTHERTON LANE • CHICKAMAUGA, GA 30707 TODD BICKETT, DVM: (423) 667-3799 • TODD@BICKETTGENETICS.COM CODY MADDOX: (423) 802-8347 • CODY@BICKETTGENETICS.COM
tjbgelbvieh.com
Offering 12 Black Balancer Bred Heifers. AI bred to calve in February to Dynamic. Offering 6 Angus Bred Heifers. AI bred to calve in February to Kenny Institution.
Your GENETIC SOURCE • Sight Unseen Guarantee || Full Guarantee • Large Sire Groups • Complete Data and Genomics on every bull • Free Delivery || Volume Discounts
Dan and Kate Warner 42198 Road 721, Arapahoe, NE 68922 Dan Warner: 308.962.6511 Monte Warner: 308.962.6136 Darren Warner: 308.824.2950
Contact us to request a sale book.
warnerbeef.com
GELBVIEH World Official publication of the American Gelbvieh Association
TUESDAY, FEB.17, 2026
150 HEAD SELL
150 RANGE-DEVELOPED 2 -YEAR-OLD BULLS BULLS ARE INDIVIDUALLY FEED EFFICIENCY TESTED, GRASS GAIN TESTED AND GENOMICALLY TESTED
CEDAR TOP RANCH
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 17 12:30 PM | BURWELL, NE BALANCER & ANGUS FEATURING: 50 ET BULLS
Scott & Raberta Starr 212 Starr Drive • Stapleton, NE 69163 308-530-3900 (Scott) • 308-530-2720 (Austin) cedartopranch@yahoo.com • Facebook: Cedar Top Ranch
DO ONE THING... DO IT WELL... WE RAISE BEEF CATTLE
January 2026