The
ILLINOIS HEREFORD BULLETIN
MAY/JUNE 2021
CONTENTS MAY/JUNE 2021
1 Membership Services Note 2 A Minute With the Meents 2 AHA Announces Plans for 2022 Cattlemen’s Congress and National Western Stock Show 3 Illinois Hereford Association Fall Tour 4 Herefords in Demand 4 DNA Sampling Guide 6 Illinois Junior Hereford Association Preview Show 2021 8 2021 JNHE Lodging Information 8 2021 IHA Summer Schedule 9 Illinois Hereford Association Membership Forms 10 Show Results
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
ADVERTISERS INDEX
PHOTOS
PRESIDENT Dave Roome 309-945-8400
Baker Farms BC Ellis Farms BC JNHE Hereford Spectacular 11 Lorenzen Farms BC Lowderman Cattle Company BC Merck IBC Milligan Herefords BC Perks Ranch BC Torrance Herefords BC
On the Cover: Taken at Lowderman Cattle Company in Macomb, Ill.
VICE-PRESIDENT Gene Stumpf 618-407-8374 TREASURER Buddy Edenburn (217) 649-0108 MEMBERSHIP SERVICES Dr. Tamar Crum 217-820-0964 illinoishereford@gmail.com BOARD OF DIRECTORS Randy Kline, 309-824-9937 Matt Johnson, 309-883-9466 Phil Tjardes, 815-383-0003 Brent Lowderman, 309-221-9621 Luke Goldstein, 217-663-3390 Cody Crum, 217-248-7282 Jodi McMillan, 815-751-2293 Chad Benedict, 217-246-5099 Kent Burns, 618-521-3199
CONTACT To place advertisements or your latest Hereford news contact: Betty Haynes Director of Communications Illinois Beef Association 2060 West Iles Ave., Suite B Springfield, IL 62704 217-787-4280 betty@illinoisbeef.com www.illinoisbeef.com
Below taken by Caseelynn Johnston at Illinois Beef Expo.
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am sure many of you know me, but for those of you who may not, I am Molly Biggs and I am this year’s IHA Member Services Intern! I grew up in Dixon, Illinois, which is about 45 miles south of Rockford, and 100 miles west of Chicago. I am sure many of you know my dad, David, as he is always starting up a conversation with people around the barns (sometimes it seems at the most inconvenient times). My Mom, Marianne, is probably found helping me (on the wash rack) or making us lunch. Together we own and operate Biggs Polled Herefords, which is a 40-head cow calf operation. I started showing and growing my own herd in 2010 and have been in love with the Hereford breed ever since. The places I have seen, the lessons I have learned, the opportunities I have had, and most importantly the people I have met, are second to none. I would not be who I am, or where I am today if it were not for Hereford cattle. Literally, I would not be sitting in Manhattan, Kansas, if it were not for Herefords. So, that brings me to today. I am currently a freshman at Kansas State University, double majoring in Agricultural Communications and Animal Science. After obtaining my degree I plan to pursue a career in Agricultural Communications, helping to increase transparency between producers and consumers. While I am not 100% sure what I want to do for the rest of my life, I always say that my “dream job,” would be getting to work for the AHA, getting to write for the Hereford World, and designing marketing materials, like ads and sale catalogs. At K-State, I am currently involved in Agricultural Communicators of Tomorrow, Block and Bridle, Collegiate Cattleman’s, and was just recently selected to be a College of Agriculture Ambassador, and was elected to be the Events Coordinator for the organization. I would not be at K-State if it were not for my Hereford Family. The first time I visited Manhattan was during the Faces of Leadership in 2017, and knew I loved the campus. We always say that your Hereford family is everywhere, and it truly is, whether it’s Emily Bernard, who is always down to get cookie bakes, or seeing Taylor Belle Matheny, around Waters Hall, we truly are everywhere. I am also currently serving as the IHJA Secretary, so all you parents of juniors, I am the person you get all those annoying emails from, and who harps on you to get your preview show entries in! You can find more information about this year’s preview show in this issue. I think I speak for the Junior Board when I say we are all very excited for this year’s preview show, for all of us to be back together and of course the top-quality cattle the Illinois juniors always bring. Well, I am sure I wrote more than Tamar asked me to, but I am excited to be this year’s Member Services Intern, and though I have big shoes to fill after last year’s intern, Lauren McMillan, I just want to say that I am extremely excited for this opportunity and to get to give back to a breed and association that has meant so much to me! Stay safe and I cannot wait to see everyone this summer!
- Molly Biggs
IHA Membership Services Intern
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A MINUTE WITH THE MEENTS John Meents, AHA Field Staff, jmeents@hereford.org, 419-306-7480 On April 7, 2021, the American Hereford Association Board of Directors voted on the 2021 and 2022 National Shows and judges. January 5-8, 2022, the Cattlemen Congress in Oklahoma City, OK will be hosting the National Show and Sale along with the National Pen Show. The National Western Stock Show in Denver will be a regional show the week following Oklahoma City. There will be both a hill and pen show in Denver. Exhibitors can display and/or show cattle at both locations if they desire as the show dates will NOT overlap. 2021 -2022 National Show dates and judges are as follows: Keystone National, Harrisburg, PA Show Date: October 8
Entry Date: August 31
Judge: Chad Breeding, Miami, TX
American Royal, Kansas City, MO Show Date: October 24 Entry Date: September 16 Judge: Tom Hawk, Earlville, IL North American International Livestock Exposition, Louisville, KY Show Date: TBD
Entry Date: October 1
Judge: Andrew Foster, Niles, MI
Western States Hereford Show, Reno, NV Show Date: Dec. 3-4
Entry Date: October 31
Judge: Shane Werk, Manhattan, KS
Cattlemen’s Congress, Oklahoma City, OK Show Date: Jan 5-8
Entry Date: November 20 Judge: Matt Copeland, Nara Visa, NM
Pen Judges: Keith Phillips, Mays Lick, KY, Sam Shaw, Caldwell, ID, Bruce Thomas, Gold Creek, MT Fort Worth Stock Show, Ft. Worth, TX Show Date: Jan. 31
Entry Date: November 15 Judge: Harlan Yocham, Sapulpa, OK
FEEDER CALF UPDATE: If you have fall Hereford feeder cattle to market, please consider consigning to the Kentucky Hereford Influenced Feeder Sale, May 13 at Bluegrass Stockyards, South, Stanford, Ky. For information call: John Meents 419-306-7480. MAKE YOUR CATTLE BETTER TODAY BECAUSE YOU HAVE TO MARKET THEM TOMORROW!
AHA ANNOUNCES PLANS FOR 2022 CATTLEMEN’S CONGRESS AND NATIONAL WESTERN STOCK SHOW A decision has been made on the recognition of national shows for January 2022. The American Hereford Association (AHA) Board of Directors met this week during their spring board meeting to make a decision about recognition levels of the Cattlemen’s Congress in Oklahoma City, Okla. and National Western Stock Show (NWSS) in Denver, Colo. The AHA Board voted to host the 2022 National Show and National Hereford Sale during the Cattlemen’s Congress in Oklahoma City. The shows and exhibitor surveys were all taken into consideration during this decision. It was decided that Cattlemen’s Congress in Oklahoma City will host the 2022 National Show and National Hereford Sale, junior show and pen show. Following Cattlemen’s Congress, AHA will recognize the NWSS as a Regional Point Show. The AHA will share more information and schedules with its membership and interested parties once both venues have been notified and establish final changes. 2
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Save the Date
IllInoIs Hereford AssocIAtIon
Fall Tour August 28-29 centrAl regIon
• Banquet/Social to follow on Saturday night • Hotel: Comfort Suites - Springfield 217-615-4445 Room block is reserved under: Illinois Hereford Group Rooms.
IllInoIs Hereford Women
Upcoming Events
• MeMbership Meeting
Illinois Hereford Women will have a meeting after the IJHA Banquet on Saturday night during preview show.
• please subMit MeMbership Dues Dues are $30.00 and can be submitted to: Lisa Edenburn 1764 US Rt 136 Penfield, IL 61862
• silent aution at the iJha preview show
Please bring any donations to the IJHA Preview Show. The Illinois Hereford Women will also have handpainted Christmas ornaments for sale.
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HEREFORDS IN DEMAND Spring seedstock sales are well under way in many parts of the country as cattlemen and women purchase bulls meant to add value to their operations. An increasing number are choosing Hereford. “We’ve found that a lot of our customers that have more straightbred cattle, once they use Hereford genetics in a crossbreeding rotation, not only did they see higher weaning weights at the sale yard and their calves were more in demand, but more importantly, we feel that the female end of things has improved from a fertility standpoint, and maternal traits have improved a lot when they’ve actually used Hereford genetics in a crossbreeding rotation,” says Kyle Colyer, Idaho Hereford breeder. Colyer says the breed’s proven longevity and efficiency have more commercial cattle operations turning to Hereford. “One of the main reasons they come back to Hereford bulls, year in and year out, is the longevity and how long those bulls last, the structural correctness and the feet and legs, and how many years they can get out of a bull,” he adds. Hereford bulls used on Angus-based cows offer cattlemen advantages in profitability, herd size, retained female fertility and longevity, according to multi-year studies from the American Hereford Association (AHA) and leading commercial cattle ranches. Shane Bedwell, AHA chief operating officer and director of breed improvement, says heterosis study results released in recent years show a $51 per-cow, per-year advantage. (Read more at hereford.org/commercial/.) “With direct heterosis, by using Hereford genetics on that British cow herd, you’re going to get about a 15- to 20-pound increase,” Bedwell says, compared to straight commercial Angus cattle. One study, in which 600 commercial Angus females were AI-bred to 10 Hereford sires, documented improved feed efficiency and average daily gain (ADG) among black baldie calves — as well as fertility increases in females. “They kept the baldy females back, bred them and compared them over a three-year study, and that showed a 7% advantage in pregnancy rate, so we’re getting more females bred because of that heterosis advantage,” he says. The advantages also translate to the feedyard. “We’ve always had that great, rich tradition of Hereford cattle being docile and sound, and now we’ve coupled that together with calving ease bulls that can inject a lot of pounds into your calf crop. The conversion advantage of Hereford cattle is tremendous, and we’ve also seen the end product come with that as well.” With the breed’s genetic progress in recent years, Colyer recommends commercial ranchers consider upgrading their bull batteries when possible. “It’s important for producers to update their bull batteries to get the most current genetics that are available to them, especially the carcass genetics that the Hereford breed has been able to turn over and find most recently, especially more IMF and adding more marbling into these cattle,” he suggests. “We feel that if commercial producers were updating their bull batteries more often, that would be a good thing.” Find Hereford bull sale listings, sale books and field staff at Hereford.org.
DNA SAMPLING GUIDE DNA testing is vital for improving the beef industry. The American Hereford Association (AHA) requires DNA testing on any sire born on or after Jan. 1, 2011, from which calves are registered. Donor dams from which calves are registered must also have DNA on file. As you head into spring calving season, keep the following tips on collecting DNA in mind to help the process go smoothly. Sampling suggestions - The AHA allows four types of testing samples for DNA submission: hair, blood card, semen straw and tissue sample unit (TSU). Review the tips below for each sample type to follow the best practices when obtaining and mailing DNA samples. Sample collection resources can be found online at Hereford.org/genetics/dnatesting/?tab=sample-collection. Hair: Collect hair from the tail switch of the animal. Be sure to pull the hair sample; do not cut it. You will need to collect 80–100 strands to make sure the lab can obtain a result. This may seem like a lot of strands, but hair is easily broken and the strand may lack a good follicle or may be contaminated. Try to make sure the hair is clean of manure, mud, bodily fluids, etc. It is best to wait until the animal is at least weaning age before taking a hair sample. Samples taken from young calves generally do not have a lot of follicles, making it difficult to get results. Blood Card: To collect a blood sample, draw blood using any method deemed desirable and fill the blotting paper section of the card with blood. Saturate the card just enough to fill the circle, but not enough to make the card soggy. Too much blood can cause a “bad sample” result from the lab. Insert the blood card lid into the top slit, so there is room 4
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for air to flow. Allow the card to dry at room temperature in a clean area. Do not use a heating source for drying. Once dry, open the lid and insert it into the bottom slit for storage or shipping. Blood card samples can be collected at any age, so these are a better option than hair to test a young calf. Blood cards can be purchased from the AHA for 50 cents each, with a minimum order of 10 at a time. Semen Straw: Semen straws can be used to collect DNA samples for bulls. Straws can be stored at room temperature for shipping and do not need to be refrigerated. Be aware, though, that semen straws break easily. An ink pen is a simple solution to protect semen straws during shipping. Simply pop the top off an ink pen, pull out the ink chamber, then put the semen straw in the pen. The plastic exterior provides protection for the straw in the mail. A padded envelope works, too, and is recommended to use even when mailing samples have been placed in a protective case. Tissue Sample Unit (TSU): A great option for taking samples, TSUs use an ear punch to replace tail hair, blood or semen samples. Still, like all sample types, they are not fail-proof. To collect a tissue sample, you need the proper equipment: tissue sample tubes and a tissue sampling applicator. (Refer to the “DNA sample pricing” sidebar for information on how to order TSU equipment.) Samples can be collected at any age; however, the sample should not be taken immediately after birth. The calf may still have fluids on it that will contaminate the sample. Give the calf at least a few hours to “dry off.” Before taking the sample, wipe the ear clean with a dry cloth or paper towel. Do not use any cleaning products to clean the ear because they could contaminate the sample. Try to collect the sample from a portion of the ear without a tattoo because tattoo ink can also contaminate the sample. Press the white cap of the sample tube down firmly to ensure liquid cannot escape. As with semen straws, it is important to properly protect TSUs during shipping. Send samples in a padded envelope or another form of protective casing. They should not be sent in a regular envelope, as they puncture the envelope and fall out during shipping. Often times, envelopes arrive at the lab with a submission form, but no sample. Don’t forget - All samples should be sent in with the corresponding DNA submission form for the specific animal. Obtain forms from the AHA before sending the samples to the lab. Make DNA requests through MyHerd or contact AHA Customer Service. If samples are received at the lab without the proper AHA paperwork, the samples will not be processed. Genomic-enhanced expected progeny differences (GE-EPDs) are no longer printed on the DNA results statement. Due to the weekly evaluation, the GE-EPDs have the ability to change frequently. However, GE-EPDs can be found online at MyHerd or the EPD/animal search function on Hereford.org. Please keep in mind GE-EPDs will not appear until two weeks after the AHA receives DNA results. For example, if the AHA receives a DNA result March 1, the GE-EPDs for that animal will be released March 15. Having trouble navigating MyHerd? Visit Hereford.org/member-services to view over 20 tutorials explaining the ins and outs of MyHerd, or contact AHA Customer Service at 816-842-3757. To sign up for MyHerd, email your member number to myherd@ hereford.org.
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ILLINOIS JUNIOR HEREFORD ILLINOIS JUNIOR HEREFORD ASSOCIATION ASSOCIATION
Preview Show 2021 Friday, Preview June 18th - Show 2021
Georgetown Fairgrounds Georgetown, Illinois, 61846 Georgetown Fairgrounds
Sunday, June 20th Georgetown, Illinois, Friday, June 18th 2021 2021 61846 S chedule Sunday, June 20th T J 17 2021 2021 Schedule hurSday
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the conclusion ofTh the show. Sunday June 20
• Junior Meeting – 5:30 p.m. • Owned BanquetHeifer – 7:00Show p.m. – 8:00 AM
Sunday June 20Th NEW THIS YEAR!! The•fairground will not be open before 6 AM FRIDAY JUNE Owned Heifer Show – 8:00 AM 18TH. No cattle on grounds before 6 AM on Friday June 18th. The IJHA Preview would will not not be possible without ourFRIDAY gracious NEW THIS YEAR!! TheShow fairground be open before 6 AM JUNE sponsors! The IJHA Board of Directors, members and advisiors greatly 18TH. No cattle on grounds before 6 AM on Friday June 18th. appreciate their support!
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The Hampton Inn: Danville 370 Eastgate Drive Danville, IL 61834 Reserved under Illinois Junior Hereford Association.
• Entries will be completely online. • $25 PER HEAD • Entries will be DUE JUNE 1st! • If not submitted by June 1st, entry fees will double.
conTeST opporTunTieS Incentives will be offered this year for participation in the following JNHE Contests: • Individual Sales • Team Sales • Illustrated Speech Contest • Extemporaneous Speaking Contest • Future Professionals Contest
Future Professionals Contest: IL will be having a state resume contest. Industry professionals will review these resumes and get them back to participants prior to the due date for JNHE. State contest resumes can be emailed to Lauren (laurentmcmillan@gmail.com) by May 15th. The JNHE contest will be due June 1st and submitted on the AHA website.
Be on the look out for social media posts and be checking your email inboxes for updates, additional information, entries, scholarships and other important information regarding the 2021 Preview Show and JNHE!
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2021 JNHE LODGING INFORMATION HOTEL INFO
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2021 IHA SUMMER SCHEDULE NAME
DATE
LOCATION
June 1, 2021
Online
Illinois Beef Association Summer Conference
June 8-9, 2021
East Peoria, IL
Advertising Deadline for IL Beef Magazine and IL Hereford Bulletin
June 15, 2021
Contact Betty Haynes, IL Beef Association at betty@illinoisbeef.com
June 18-20, 2021
Georgetown, IL
Illinois Junior Hereford Association Awards Banquet
June 19, 2021
Georgetown, IL
Illinois Hereford Women Membership Meeting
June 19, 2021
Georgetown, IL
June 22-25, 2021
Des Moines, IA
Illinois Junior Hereford Association Preview Show Entries Due Entries DOUBLE in price.
Illinois Junior Hereford Preview Show
Breed Improvement Federation Symposium Advertising Deadline for August Hereford World
June 25, 2021
Junior National Hereford Expo
July 3-9, 2021
Kansas City, MO
August 28-29, 2021
Central Region of IL
Save the Date: IHA Tour (Banquet/Social on Saturday night)
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Show Results 2021 Illinois Beef Expo Hereford Show
Peoria, Ill. | March 13-14 | Judges: Shane Meier, Tex. and Jon DeClerk, Tex Photos by Cindy Cagwin-Johnston Livestock Photography
Ring A Champ. Hereford Steer
Ring B Champ. Hereford Steer
Both Rings Third Overall Steer
Both Rings Champ. Horned Hereford Heifer
Ring A Res. Champ. Horned Hereford Heifer
Ring A Res. Champ. Polled Hereford Heifer
Ring B Res. Champ. Polled Hereford Heifer
Ring A Third Overall Polled Hereford Heifer
Kinnick Paulsen
Ella Bane
Ty Pezanoski
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Amber Lee
Sophia Pyszka
Dash Simpsen
Jakob Setchell
Denton Stapleton
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ILLINOIS LOCAL BEEF DIRECTORY
The Illinois Beef Association is working diligently to help Illinois beef producers in the midst of COVID-19. IBA has developed the Illinois Local Beef Directory as a resources to help members promote their businesses. To be included on the Illinois Local Beef Directory: 1. Must be an IBA member 2. Must be an Illinois resident 3. Must fill out the form on the front page of www.illinoisbeef.com. For specific questions about the Illinois Local Beef Directory, please contact betty@illinoisbeef.com. For questions regarding IBA membership, please contact mareah@illinoisbeef.com.
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Any IBA members with cartidges to turn in can bring them to IBA Summer Conference or contact Sara Benson at 641-777-9260.
Lorenzen Farms Chrisman, IL Adam Harms, Herdsman 217-369-3609 adamdharms@hotmail.com Steve Lorenzen: 217-822-2803
Jack and Sherry Lowderman Monte, Carrie and Rhett Brent, Kris, Blake and Morgan Cody, Abby, Nash and Tuck P.O. Box 488 Macomb, IL 61455 Office: 309-833-5543
www.lowderman.com
Kings, IL 61068
James home 815-562-4946 James cell 815-761-1523 Malcolm 815-761-8462