American Red Poll Beef Journal Fall 2025

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2024-2025 Committees

Executive - Tim Montague, Jeff Talbot, Jim Jackson

Bylaws and rules - Chairman Jim Jackson, Chet Miller, Dan Schmiesing

Finance - Chairman Edsel Belyew, Gary Taylor, Chet Miller

Membership - Chairman David McCall, Phil Wyrick, Justin Platt, Megan Platt, Bob Sanders

Publications - Chairman Jeff Talbot, Brant Sanders, Jim Jackson

Performance - Chairman Joe Jackson, Chet Miller, David McCall

Promotions - Chairman Brant Sanders, Jeff Talbot, Adam Miller, Sydney Coleman, Jeff Doll

National Sale - TBD

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National Show Committee - Chairman Brent Raines, Jim Jackson, Joe Jackson, Becky Ebersole

Junior Show - Chairman Becky Ebersole, Joe Jackson, Adam Miller, Megan Platt, Brent Raines, Willard Gardner

Chaplain - Brant Sanders

Nomination - Jeff Talbot, Gary Taylor

World Tour Contact - Gary Taylor

Terms expire 2025

Brant Sanders 220 W Hollis St Waynesboro, TN 38485 931-676-7392 brantsanders94@gmail.com

Phil Wyrick 11001 Alexander Rd Mabelvale, AR 72103 501-517-2534 bjwyrick@comcast.net

Willard Gardner 11415 Scrivner Rd Russellville, MO 65074 573-782-3536 gardne65913@gmail.com

Terms expire 2027

Jeff Talbot, Vice President 85 Sylvan Springs Dr, Florence, AL 35634 256-436-2003

Joe Jackson 4398 S. 300 E. Warren, IN 46792 260-519-5286

Terms expire 2026

David McCall 1152 Drane Lane Eminence, KY 40019 502-494-9644 mccallshowcattle@yahoo.com

Tim Montague, President 2351 Terry Lane S Rd Covington, TN 38019 901-570-0769 utvolsvet@aol.com

Gary Taylor 10355 Memphis Arlington Rd Lakeland TN 38002 901-338-9686

garytaylorfarms@gmail.com

Chet Miller 4867 Buck Creek Rd, Finchville, KY 40022 502-321-6001

Lost Creek Farm

President’s Message

Greetings! I hope Spring calving went well, you have received plenty of rain (but not too much), you have enough hay stored, and your calves are growing.

If I sound like I am begging for your participation, I am. We need everyone to be involved in a productive way. We are a volunteer organization joined by our love for a very special breed of cattle.

We are looking forward to seeing everyone in Lexington in October. One new feature will be a associations on Friday morning. Please encourageness among our diverse groups. Take care, and see you in October!

We, your board, have had a busy Spring and Summer. We have been researching the possibility of adding genomics to our registration process. We have also been looking at ways to increase membership and registrations. A social media secretary has been hired and a media campaign has been launched to promote the positive aspects of our breed. We have revamped our breed journal to be more informative. We are encouraging advice, sug-

goals. We need pictures from your farms, stories of family involvement with your Red Polls, and historical stories about our breed from our long time members.

Our annual meeting and sale will again be held in Lexington Tennessee on October 24th and 25th. We have several needs: 1) Your attendance (please bring a trailer and checkbook) 2) Entries (you can’t have a good sale without cattle 3) Buyers (cattle are at an all-time high, let’s have a record breaking sale) 4) Items for our silent auction (proceeds go to our endowment fund) 5) Your prayers for a successful sale and positive annual meeting.

Email: utvolsvet@aol.com

Cell: 901-570-0769

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JIM JACKSON

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Carrying On the Legacy

The Jackson Family and Their Red Poll Tradition

By: Jessie Shook

In the heartland of Indiana, the Jackson family is more than just stewards of the land—they are caretakers of a rich, multi-generational legagenerations, their story weaves together tradition, hard work, and a love for these docile, dual-purpose cattle.

It all began in 1947, when Carl B. Jackson purchased two bred heifers from the Westfall herd in Ohio. Attracted to the Red Poll’s calm temperament, moderate body size, and natural polled genetics, the Jackson family found the breed ideal for both milk and beef production.

“My grandfather, Carl, wanted something smaller and easier to work with and to milk than Holsteins,” explains Jim Jackson, part of the third generation to continue the legacy. Gordon Jackson, now 86 and representing the second generation, fondly recalls, “Some of our neighbors had Red Polls, and my dad liked their looks and temperament.”

sons, Gordon, Floyd, Bill and Rollin, carried on the tradition by showing cattle in 4-H and other events. His daughter, Bonnie, even served as a Red Poll Queen.

The tradition continued through Jim, who now serves as the Executive Secretary of the American Red Poll Association, and Joe, who serves on the National Board of Directors, and Teresa, who recently served -

ready actively involved, with Malcolm Ray showing cattle at just ten years old.

At the heart of the operation is Jim Jackson, who manages daily farm responsibilities from feeding calves to checking pastures and fences. “Fairness to everyone” is a key value that Jim ensures is passed down through each generation. Ten-year-old Malcolm enjoys the daily rhythm of the farm, from collecting eggs to grooming his favorite cow, Lily. “I like all the animals,” Malcolm says, “and Red Polls are good mothers and easy to train.”

The Jacksons have introduced modern tools such as grooming chutes and blowers to make showapproach remains unchanged: patience, calmness, and care for both animals and community. “Patience and calmness around the cattle,” is a lesson both Gordon and Jim have emphasized through the generations.

Cattle shows, particularly the Indiana State Fair, are cornerstones of the Jackson family tradition. -

national travels to the Royal Canadian Fair. Jim reminisces about attending shows with his uncle Bill and

children and grandchildren exhibit Red Polls. “Going to shows is a family affair,” says Jim. “Our vacation was always showing at fairs and junior shows.” These shows have fostered strong friendships. Gordon describes the Red Poll community as “like having a larger family,” and Jim highlights how much they enjoy reconnecting with old friends at events.

The Jackson family remains committed to improving the Red Poll breed and strengthening community bonds. Gordon hopes future generations will build on these relationships and continue raising excellent cattle. Jim feels immense pride in seeing the younger generation embrace their heritage, and Malcolm is already thinking about passing on the tradition to a sixth generation.

From the pastures of Indiana to the bustling show arenas, one thing is certain: the Jackson family will always be there, Red Polls in tow, ready to greet you with a smile and their favorite phrase—“See you at the fair!”

Nutrition Considerations for Preconditioning

Nutrition with Hubbard Feeds

By: Josh Stroh, beef nutritionist, Hubbard Feeds

Weaning is one of the most challenging events of a calf’s life. Multiple stressors such as removal of the dam, exposure to novel feed sources, a different environment, and commingling are experienced at weaning. A calf is still expected to stay healthy and continue development and maybe even be pushed to meet performance benchmarks. Preparing calves for weaning and moving them along the production cycle is a key challenge to set up the success of that calf for future health, performance, and possible reproduction if the calf is a bull or replacement heifer.

As a producer, there are some nutritional tools that can be utilized during preconditioning to help make this time successful. Nutrition and diet

effective transition, from suckling calf to post-weaning and entering a feedyard. Preconditioning nutrition helps calves shift smoothly from a diet based on maternal milk and pasture to solid feed. Effective transition is crucial for supporting rumen development and preparing calves for the weaning

variables contribute to the complexity of what is best for each operation or even each individual calf.

Employing nutritional technology to better prepare calves for the weaning process and, at the same time, push along performance can offer a great return on investment. This discussion will focus on creep feeding, quality organic trace minerals, and prebiotics like Bio-Mos® 2.

Creep feeding is a management practice that involves providing supplemental feed to calves while they are still nursing. This method allows calves access to additional nutrients, including energy and protein beyond what they obtain from their mothers’ milk. The obvious reason to creep feed is to add weight at weaning, but the practice can provide many

help calves transition into diets they will encounter once they are weaned. Creep can also contain medications and additives to help enhance growth, health, and overall performance in young cattle.

Hubbard’s Blueprint® and SuperGain® creep feeds contain high-quality, nutrient-dense ingredients

minerals, Sel-Plex® selenium yeast, and Yea-Sacc® yeast, all to promote forage digestion and rumen stability. Several product formulations are available, allowing producers to choose the product that will work best based on their goals and timeline.

Organic trace minerals play a crucial role in the nutrition of cattle, especially during the receiving phase when animals are more susceptible to stress and health challenges. Alltech’s Bioplex organic trace minerals are available in multiple Hubbard Feeds products, including loose minerals, texturized feeds, creep feeds, and other supplements. These trace minerals are bound to amino acids and a range of peptides.

Including organic trace minerals in precon-

that contribute to overall health, performance, and well-being. Some of the key advantages of organic trace minerals in pre-weaning and receiving rations include improved absorption and bioavailability of these minerals, along with enhanced immune function. Organic trace minerals in particular are more readily absorbed and utilized by the animal’s body compared to inorganic minerals. This enhanced bioavailability ensures that cattle receive adequate levels of essential nutrients, supporting various phys-

iological functions and promoting overall health. Organic trace minerals have also been shown to boost immune responses in cattle, helping them combat challenges encountered during the stressful preconditioning and weaning periods.

Weaning is a period associated with stress, susceptibility to diseases, and changes in gut microbiota. To mitigate these challenges and ensure a successful weaning process, innovative feed additives such as Alltech’s Bio-Mos 2 have gained popularity. Bio-Mos 2 is a prebiotic that can enhance gut health, immunity, and overall performance during this crucial phase of development. It is derived from yeast cell walls, containing mannan oligosaccharides (MOS) that act as natural prebiotics. These prebiotics func-

teria, enhancing gut barrier function, and supporting immune response. Bio-Mos 2 can be added to creep feed and is also available in a variety of other Hubbard Feeds products.

Putting many tools together can have an -

tion than each would separately. Hubbard Feeds has recently launched a product called Recharge® that does just that. It contains a unique combination of multiple technologies that include organic trace minerals, pre- and probiotics, all working together to promote animal health and performance. Recharge premix, drench, or pressed block. It is designed to be used at the receiving period for 10–28 days as

feeding period as needed. It is especially useful in natural programs or anytime animals require a boost in nutrition. Reach out to your Hubbard Feeds representative for more information on how Recharge can

In summary, nutrition centered around calf weaning can be an opportunity to foster growth and health in a time of stress and chaos. Tools like creep feeding, high-performance organic trace minerals, prebiotics like Bio-Mos 2, or supplements like Re-

improving calf performance and immune response and helping transition the calf’s diet during weaning.

2025 National Junior Red Poll Preview Show

The American Junior Red Poll Association

The AJRPA held their annual preview show in Shelbyville, IN and was hosted by Megan and Justin Platt. Members were Luke Jones, OH, David Koch, IN, Audrey McNamara, IN, Eva Miller, IN, Silas Raines, OH, Malcolm Ray, IN and Andrea Weaver, IN.

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President – Andrea Weaver

Vice President – Luke Jones

Secretary/Treasurer – David Koch

National Red Poll Ambassador – Andrea Weaver

Photo Contest Winner – Luke Jones

Show Results:

Grand Champion Red Poll Plus Female – Luke Jones Red Oak LJ Sapphire

Calf Champion – Malcolm Ray JF TG Jenny

Senior Calf Champion – David Koch Koch Scarlett D45

Reserve Senior Calf Champion – Eva Miller Mardan’s Happy 4901

Junior Champion – Luke Jones JF F Venus

Reserve Junior Champion – Audrey McNamara JF F Sophie

Senior Champion – Andrea Weaver JF Dottie

Grand Champion Female – David Koch Koch Scarlett D45

Reserve Grand Champion Female – Andrea Weaver JF Dottie

Bred Owned – David Koch Koch Scarlett D45

Best Two Head – Luke Jones

Senior Showman – Andrea Weaver

Intermediate Showman – Audrey McNamara

PeeWee Showman – Stevie Ray

Adult Showman – Emily Koch

Showman of Showmen – Andrea Weaver

For the second year, we had a Cattle Chat competition in which the exhibitors “sold” their heifers to a panel of judges. Andrea Weaver, Luke Jones and Audrey McNamara each took a turn. They talked about the qualities and pedigrees of their heifers and answered a few questions from the judges. They each did a great job and have a lot of knowledge about their livestock and the Red Poll Breed.

Garrett Lowe gave a wonderful talk about

start in the cattle industry through the Shuter Family. During dinner Saturday evening, we played trivia with Indiana being the theme of all the questions.

A huge thank you to Megan and Justin Platt for sponsoring this event. Everyone had a wonderful weekend.

The American Red Poll Association has a

See page 7

Taste the Tradition

Family Beef Recipes

One Pot Lasagna Pasta

1 pound Ground Beef (93% lean or leaner)

1 medium zucchini, chopped (about 1-1/2 cups)

1 jar (24 to 26 ounces) garden-style pasta sauce

2 cups water

1/2 teaspoon pepper

6 ounces uncooked mini bow tie (farfalle) pasta (about 2-1/8 cups)

2/3 cup reduced-fat ricotta cheese

1 cup reduced-fat shredded mozzarella cheese

Thinly sliced or chopped fresh basil

Directions:Preheat oven to 375°F. Heat ovenproof 5 to 6-quart Dutch oven or stockpot over medium heat until hot. Add Ground Beef and zucchini; cook 8 to 10 minutes, breaking beef into small crumbles and stirring occasionally. Stir in pasta sauce, water and pepper. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat. Stir in pasta. Spoon heaping teaspoons ricotta cheese over top of sauce. Slightly swirl ricotta into sauce, not mixing in completely. Cover and bake in 375°F oven 10 minutes. Uncover. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.

Classic Beef Pot Roast

1 beef Cross-Rib Chuck Roast (2-1/2 to 3-1/2 pounds)

1 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon pepper

1 tablespoon vegetable oil

4 cups reduced-sodium beef broth

2 tablespoons tomato paste

2 teaspoons dried thyme leaves

1 pound red-skinned potatoes (about 1-1/2-inch diameter), cut in half

1 pound carrots, peeled, cut into 1-1/2-inch pieces

2 large onions, cut into 8 wedges eachture. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover tightly and simmer 1-3/4 to 2 hours. Stir gravy. Add potatoes, carrots and onions to stockpot; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover tightly and simmer 45 minutes to 1 hour or until roast and vegetables are fork-tender. Carve roast into slices or chunks; serve with vegetables and gravy. Courtesy of BeefItsWhatsForDinner.com

Indiana Red Poll Association

Officers IN Livestock Assn: Gail Spegal

President: Gail Spegal ISF Breed Rep: Jim Jackson

V. President: Jeff Koch National Board: Joe Jackson

Sec/Treas: Gregg Spegal National Sec/Treas: Jim Jackson

IN Directors: Megan Spegal, Jim Jackson IN Directors: Justin Platt, John Rager

Address

Members

Burton, Donald & Family

Carson, Bob

Edge Acres

Bonnie Edgell

Havenwood Farm, Gerald Crafton & Family

Hill Top Farm, John B. Rager

Jackson, Gordon E. & Family

Jackson Farms, Jim & Family

Phone

812-546-5998 6744 N 600 E, Hope, IN 47246

704-657-5126 402 N. Main St, Walton, IN 46994

260-894-1656 1518 Rochester Rd, Ligonier, IN 46767

317-392-1090 1546 E 375 N, Shelbyville, IN 46176

260-578-6745 6942 W 1000 N, Roann, IN 46974

765-625-0986 14390 E Co Rd 350 N, Parker City, IN 47368

765-586-0198 11603 W 700 N, Farmland, IN 47340

Jackson Farms, Joe 260-356-7286 4398 S 300 E, Warren, IN 46792

Jackson Farms, Teresa & Family

JM Farm, ___Justin & Megan Platt

Koch Farm, Jeff & Jill Koch

Miller, J.D. & Katrina

Shuter Sunset Farms, Mike & Family

Someday Acres, Wilbur & Sheila Stone

Spegal, Gail & Family

Spegal, Gregg & Family

765-914-1298 2131 N Washington Rd, Greens Fork, IN 47345

317-677-5418 317-642-6064 3535 W 700 N, Fairland, IN 46126_

812-525-1205 5305 Stockpile Rd, Oldenburg, IN 47036

812-249-2701 8152 E 100 S, Bowling Green, IN 47833

765-754-7697 6376 N 300 W, Anderson, IN 46011

812-786-2600 8615 S Organ Spring Rd, Salem, IN 47167

317-835-7617 6902 N 400 W, Fairland IN 46126

317-379-5951 7150 N 400 W, Fairland, IN 46126

Spegal, Cameron 317-604-1134 3932 W 700 N, Fairland, IN 46126

Save the Date: October 24-25, 2025

Bama Red Polls

TJ CURRIER

888 COX COVE ROAD

HAYDEN, AL 35079

205-647-3923

Hill Top Farms

John Rager

260-578-6745

6942 W 1000 N, Roann, IN 46974

Concentrating on increased milk production and carcass quality

Black Velvet Ranch

Registered Red Poll Cattle

Sires: SCC Aiden & JF TNT

Russ & Pam Peterson Grove City, Minnesota blackvelvetranch@outlook.com 320-905-0733

G & S Red Polls

George Shaffer & Family 970-846-6343

157 CR 1266 Pittsburg, TX 75686

Semen & Grass-fed Beef for Sale

First time purchasers of Red Mar 14, 25 – Jul 14, 25

Eric Corker Warren, AR

Allen Rippy Rison, AR

Lou-Ag Farms Floyd Knobs, IN

Audrey McNamara (JR) Syracuse, IN

Brigham Kirk Marian, KY

Polls / new Members of ARPA: Madison Young (JR) Shelbyville, KY

Joe Hertzog Holden, MO

Prairie Poll Cattle Company Jeffersonville, OH

Marcho Cattle Company Susquehanna, PA

Alan Walton Covington, TN

Welcome to ARPA!

Upcoming Events

October 24-25

National Meeting and Sale Lexington, TN

See Page 25 for Schedule

November 17

National Red Poll Show Louisville KY https://www.livestockexpo.org/

November 15

Winter Journal submission deadline

March

Kentucky Beef Expo, Schedule TBD Louisville KY https://kybeefexpo.com/

March 15

Spring Journal submission deadline

Summer 2026

Junior- Preview Show

July 15

Fall Journal submission deadline

July/Aug

Indiana State Fair Open Red Poll Show, Schedule TBD, Indianapolis IN https://www.indianastatefair.com/

Aug

Kentucky State Fair Open Red Poll Show, Schedule TBD, Louisville KY https://www.kystatefair.org/

Bama Red Polls ..................................

Black Velvet Ranch .............................

Blue Ridge Red Poll Association .........

Coke Creek Farms...............................

Dolls Red Poll Cattle............................

Eqyptian Farms....................................

Esquire Land and Cattle .....................

G&S Red Polls ....................................

Grazing Grass Podcast........................

HB Farms ............................................

Hill Top Farms .....................................

Indiana Red Poll Association ..............

Little Creek Farms ...............................

Lost Creek Farms ...............................

Miller Family Farm ..............................

Quad Cities Animal Hospital................

Shadow Creek ....................................

Southern States Association ...............

Spegal’s Red Poll Cattle .....................

Stieber Red Poll ..................................

Taylor Land and Cattle ........................

Tennessee Valley Cooperative............

Texas Red Poll Association .................

Turanga Red Poll Stud.........................

Wiese Red Polls ..................................

Wooded Ridge Ranch..........................

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Deadlines For Submissions and Payments

- November 15, 2025

- March 15, 2026

- July 15, 2026 with changes