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P R O F I L E<br />
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Volume 4, No. 4<br />
I E D M O N T E S E<br />
P The Lean, Tender, Healthy Beef<br />
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The Official Publication <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Pi<strong>edmontese</strong> <strong>Association</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>United</strong> <strong>States</strong><br />
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FALL 2008 PIEDMONTESE | PROFILE 1
PEPPER STEAK SALAD WITH MANGO,<br />
AVOCADO AND JALAPEÑO VINAIGRETTE<br />
Total preparation and cooking time: 40 to 45 minutes<br />
2 boneless beef top loin (strip) steaks,<br />
cut 3/4 inch thick (about 8 ounces each)<br />
2 to 3 jalapeño peppers<br />
1 to 2 teaspoons ground black pepper<br />
8 cups mixed salad greens<br />
1 mango, cut into 1/4-inch slices<br />
1/2 small avocado, cut lengthwise into 8 slices<br />
Salt<br />
1 shallot, very thinly sliced and separated into rings<br />
2 tablespoons shaved firm Cotija or Parmesan cheese<br />
Jalapeno Vinaigrette<br />
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice<br />
1 tablespoon coarsely chopped fresh cilantro<br />
1 tablespoon water<br />
1/4 teaspoon salt<br />
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil<br />
1. Place jalapeño peppers on grid over medium, ash-covered coals.<br />
Grill, uncovered, 11 to 13 minutes or until evenly blistered and<br />
blackened. Place in food-safe plastic bag; close bag. Let stand 10 to<br />
15 minutes until skins are loosened.<br />
2. Press black pepper evenly onto beef steaks. Place steaks on grid<br />
over medium, ashcovered coals. Grill, uncovered, 10 to 12 minutes<br />
for medium rare to medium doneness, turning occasionally. Remove<br />
from grill; let stand while preparing vinaigrette.<br />
3. Meanwhile prepare Jalapeno Vinaigrette. Remove and discard<br />
skins, seeds and membranes from jalapeño peppers. Place peppers,<br />
lime juice, cilantro, water and salt in food processor container. Cover;<br />
pulse on and <strong>of</strong>f until combined. With motor running, slowly add oil<br />
through opening in cover, processing until well blended.<br />
4. Arrange salad greens on serving platter. Fan <strong>the</strong> mango and<br />
avocado slices over greens. Carve steaks into slices; season with<br />
salt, as desired. Arrange over salad. Top with shallot; drizzle with<br />
vinaigrette. Sprinkle with cheese.<br />
Makes 4 servings.<br />
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F E A T U R E S<br />
7<br />
Who We Are - Hennerberg Family<br />
8<br />
Celebrating 25 Years - Remember When<br />
9<br />
Field Days - Touring Oklahoma’s Cattle Ranches<br />
D E P A R T M E N T S<br />
Junior Membership - Are You Ready<br />
14<br />
Baxter Black - Scarecrows vs. Scaresheep<br />
19<br />
24 Cow/Calf Insider - Marketing & Reproduction Pi<strong>edmontese</strong> Pr<strong>of</strong>ile Magazine<br />
Produced For PAUS<br />
Did You Know - Notices & Inquiries<br />
26<br />
Publication Committee<br />
Cindy Gilford – Chairman<br />
27 Vet Update - Vaccinations Bill Vest – Advertisement<br />
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Editorial Advisory Board<br />
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Production Coordinator<br />
Carol Crews<br />
Creative Design<br />
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All Comments, Questions, Suggestions<br />
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The Pi<strong>edmontese</strong> Pr<strong>of</strong>ile is an <strong>of</strong>ficial publication <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Pi<strong>edmontese</strong> <strong>Association</strong> <strong>of</strong> The <strong>United</strong> <strong>States</strong>. PAUS reserves <strong>the</strong> right to<br />
reject any or all advertising on any reasonable basis. The views and opinions expressed in this publication are not nescessarily those<br />
<strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Pi<strong>edmontese</strong> <strong>Association</strong> and PAUS assumes no responsibility for <strong>the</strong> advertising content as submitted. Advertisers assume all<br />
repsonsibilty for <strong>the</strong> accuracy and truthfulness <strong>of</strong> submitted advertising containing pedigrees or statements regarding performance.<br />
Advertisers shall indemnify and hold harmless <strong>the</strong> Pi<strong>edmontese</strong> <strong>Association</strong> for any claims concerning advertising content as submitted.<br />
© 2007 Pi<strong>edmontese</strong> <strong>Association</strong> <strong>of</strong> The <strong>United</strong> <strong>States</strong><br />
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Pi<strong>edmontese</strong> Pr<strong>of</strong>ile<br />
Pi<strong>edmontese</strong> <strong>Association</strong><br />
<strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>United</strong> <strong>States</strong><br />
2008 Fall Issue<br />
Past Presidents<br />
Orvan Muelker<br />
Harry Armstrong<br />
Harold Mayland<br />
William McPherson<br />
Francis Doom<br />
Kenny Metcalf<br />
Jack Dees<br />
Greg Thompson<br />
Dennis Hennerberg<br />
2008 Officers<br />
President – Dan Schafer<br />
Vice-President – John Hickey<br />
Secretary – Rachel Graves<br />
Treasurer – Jerry Chapman<br />
Executive member – Buzz Berg<br />
Directors<br />
Region I – Chance Krasselt<br />
208-882-0145<br />
Region 2 – Brian Block<br />
775-787-8499<br />
Region 3 – John Hickey<br />
608-524-3625<br />
Region 4 –Kenyon Maier<br />
573-782-4803<br />
Region 5 – Carol Crews<br />
918-287-3018<br />
Region 6 – Jerry Chapman<br />
517-626-6661<br />
Regional 7 – Buzz Berg<br />
410-837-5575<br />
Region 8 – Jonathan Miller<br />
731-782-3945<br />
Directors-at-Large<br />
Rachel Graves<br />
573-439-5438<br />
Jim Lilley<br />
903-887-2811<br />
Dan Schafer<br />
517-627-2381<br />
Bill Vest<br />
606-725-5970<br />
Committee Chairs<br />
Budget – Jerry Chapman<br />
By-Laws – Eldon Cherry<br />
Executive – Dan Schafer<br />
Fall Sale – John Hickey<br />
Field Days – Buzz Berg<br />
Nominating – Carol Crews<br />
Promotion – Carol Crews<br />
Publications – Cindy Guilford<br />
Research/EPD – Dennis Hennerberg<br />
Scholarship – Ted Frick<br />
Shows – Eldon Cherry<br />
Spring Sale – Jerry Chapman<br />
LETTER FROM PAUS PRESIDENT - DAN SCHAFER<br />
For all those who do not know me…my name is Daniel Schafer. I was elected <strong>the</strong> new<br />
President <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> PAUS Organization at <strong>the</strong> 2008 annual meeting. I live in Michigan with my<br />
wife Jane. We have been married for 29 years and have four grown children.<br />
By this time all members should have received a letter written by former PAUS President<br />
Dennis Hennerberg and endorsed by many board members past and present. This letter was<br />
sent to inform <strong>the</strong> members <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> financial state <strong>of</strong> PAUS. This organization belongs to ALL<br />
<strong>of</strong> its members. It is not <strong>the</strong> responsibility <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> board <strong>of</strong> directors or <strong>the</strong> <strong>of</strong>ficers to fund this<br />
organization. We need <strong>the</strong> help from every member regarding finance and participation to<br />
maintain programs and to keep moving forward. For example, one member present at <strong>the</strong><br />
2008 annual meeting suggested that we “sell our pet” and donate <strong>the</strong> money to PAUS. What<br />
this means is, all or many <strong>of</strong> us may have a cow, calf or bull not producing up to standard that<br />
we are keeping around and we could part with. I would not ask this <strong>of</strong> you if I were not willing<br />
to do so myself. I also realize this is not possible for everyone to do. Any contribution made<br />
will be greatly appreciated because we do have a need. This is not an easy thing to ask during<br />
such economic times, but we need to band toge<strong>the</strong>r and move forward.<br />
At <strong>the</strong> 2008 annual meeting many changes were implemented to cut costs and make <strong>the</strong><br />
<strong>of</strong>fice run more smoothly. Much progress was made and things seem to be moving in <strong>the</strong><br />
right direction at this time. It is however a work in progress and more changes may come. I<br />
would like to thank all <strong>the</strong> members who made donations and bought lifetime memberships<br />
to assist getting us back on track. We still need more advertising and/or sponsors for <strong>the</strong><br />
Pr<strong>of</strong>ile magazine, as well as sponsors for <strong>the</strong> classes at <strong>the</strong> Shows.<br />
On <strong>the</strong> issue <strong>of</strong> EPD’s, information is needed through registering and recording <strong>of</strong> animals.<br />
All <strong>of</strong>fspring born, if not registered, should still be recorded to keep <strong>the</strong> EPD’s accurate. This<br />
includes things such as birth weights, weaning weights, yearling weights, etc. If you are not<br />
truthful your EPD’s will be inaccurate. This could complicate things for you in <strong>the</strong> long run.<br />
Concerning registrations: It is <strong>the</strong> responsibility <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> breeder to register <strong>the</strong>ir animals,<br />
not <strong>the</strong> prospective buyer. The only time this may not apply is in <strong>the</strong> selling <strong>of</strong> embryos or<br />
pregnant cows. However, <strong>the</strong> correct information must be forwarded to <strong>the</strong> purchaser in<br />
<strong>the</strong>se cases. As specified in our Rules and Regulations. These rules need to be followed.<br />
It is very difficult for new buyers, which are potential new members, to deal with possible<br />
inaccuracies recorded by <strong>the</strong> seller.<br />
Please make it a priority to pay your dues and register your cattle in a timely manner.<br />
I would like to thank Dennis Hennerberg, Eldon Cherry Jr., and Carl Graves for <strong>the</strong>ir years<br />
<strong>of</strong> service and dedication as past board members to <strong>the</strong> PAUS Organization and all o<strong>the</strong>r past<br />
board members as well. I do appreciate <strong>the</strong>ir input now and hope that <strong>the</strong>y will continue to<br />
participate in <strong>the</strong> future. I am looking forward to working with <strong>the</strong> existing and new board<br />
members for <strong>the</strong> good <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> organization. At this time things appear to be going well.<br />
My goal is to keep this organization working for <strong>the</strong> promotion <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> breed and <strong>the</strong> support<br />
<strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> members. If you have any questions, concerns or comments please feel free to contact<br />
me.<br />
Thank you.<br />
Dan Schafer<br />
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BY-LAWS<br />
Eldon Cherry - 419.846.3184<br />
For procedures to propose a new by-law or rephrase a by-law<br />
now in place, please refer to article IX (o<strong>the</strong>r committees) section<br />
2 paragraphs 1 thru 6 <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> PAUS by-laws.<br />
You can find <strong>the</strong> by-laws in <strong>the</strong> PAUS membership directory.<br />
Contact a by-law committee member near you with your written<br />
proposal 90 to 120 days prior to <strong>the</strong> next annual membership<br />
meeting. The voting membership will vote by ballot and will be<br />
counted at that meeting.<br />
EXECUTIVE<br />
Dan Schafer - 517.262.2381<br />
See President’s Letter<br />
FALL SALE<br />
John Hickey - 608.524.3625<br />
Sale Postponed - see notice page 29<br />
PROMOTIONS<br />
Carol Crews - 918.287.3018<br />
Look to your local and state fairs and home, farm and tractor<br />
shows and your school FFA and 4H programs for ways to<br />
introduce <strong>the</strong> Pied to one more person. Every member should<br />
make a goal <strong>of</strong> five new members or associate members by <strong>the</strong><br />
first <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> year. New ideas, give us a call.<br />
PUBLICATIONS<br />
Cindy Guilford - 989.240.2711<br />
Please Send Us Interesting Articles, Pictures & Suggestions!<br />
RESEARCH/EPDS<br />
Dennis Hennerberg - 402.793.5913<br />
The EPD committee is planning to generate a form that will ask<br />
for cattle facts needed to improve our EPD’s. We hope to work on<br />
this in <strong>the</strong> very near future. This will benefit all breeders, whe<strong>the</strong>r<br />
<strong>the</strong>y are seed stock or meat producers.<br />
SPRING SALE<br />
Jerry Chapman 517.626.6661<br />
PAUS COMMITTEE COMMENTS<br />
SHOWS<br />
Eldon Cherry - 419.846.3184<br />
World Beef Expo in Milwaukee, WI.<br />
September 24-27 • Entry Deadline 8/15<br />
Georgia National Fair in Perry, GA.<br />
October 6-8 • Entry Deadline 9/1<br />
PAUS National Show in Louisville , KY.<br />
November 16-19 • Entry Deadline 10/10<br />
New this year at PAUS-approved shows, World Beef Expo and<br />
<strong>the</strong> Naile: Crossbred tie-in (display) animals sired or calved by a<br />
registered full blood pi<strong>edmontese</strong> bull or cow. All animals must<br />
be at least 50% pi<strong>edmontese</strong>. They must have health papers<br />
with an ear tag or tattoo. Animals must be kept clean and be in<br />
good body condition. We are always looking for class sponsors<br />
for <strong>the</strong> National Show in Louisville, KY. For details, contact Bill<br />
Vest at 606-725-5970.<br />
Don’t forget our Jr. Showmanship Class at <strong>the</strong> National Show.<br />
The Jr. Showman does not have to own <strong>the</strong> animal he shows,<br />
but <strong>the</strong> animal must have been shown in its age group class.<br />
There will be gold and silver belt buckles for <strong>the</strong> winners and<br />
trophies for all entries. (There is no entry fee for this class)<br />
PAUS blocked 22 rooms at <strong>the</strong> Ramada Inn out side gate 4 <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />
Louisville Show. They will hold <strong>the</strong> rooms until October 15, 2008.<br />
The cost <strong>of</strong> each room with tax is $103.53. For reservations<br />
call 1-502-637-6336. There are o<strong>the</strong>r motels in <strong>the</strong> area but<br />
no rooms are blocked, check <strong>the</strong> internet or call for prices and<br />
availability.<br />
BUDGET<br />
Jerry Chapman - 517.626.6661<br />
FIELD DAYS<br />
Buzz Berg - 410.837.5575<br />
NOMINATING<br />
Carol Crews - 918.287.3018<br />
SCHOLARSHIP<br />
Ted Frick - 320.587.3525<br />
New Dates - March 13 & 14, 2009<br />
New Location - Murray State - Murray, Ky<br />
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Mora IT004990144127<br />
Genetic Indices<br />
Morphological Evaluations<br />
© 2007 Anaborapi<br />
Breeding 111 Final Score 87<br />
Meat 110 Size 88<br />
Muscularity 109 Thoracic Capacity 90<br />
Weight Increase 102 Meat Potential 89<br />
Mora IT004990144127<br />
Size 104 Rump 86<br />
Aggregate Calving Index 106 Limbs 87<br />
Mora is an Italian heifer flushed in Italy, to <strong>the</strong> Italian bulls Ispanico, Limbo & Lotus.<br />
Embryos from <strong>the</strong>se flushes have arrived in <strong>the</strong> <strong>United</strong> <strong>States</strong>.<br />
Call today to place your order.<br />
For prices and availability contact<br />
John & Lois Hickey at 608-524-3625 or ncpieds@dishmail.net<br />
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PIEDMONTESE | PROFILE<br />
WHO WE ARE<br />
If Home Is Where The Heart Is,<br />
Dennis & Jeanette Hennerberg Found It Long Ago.<br />
From The Altar To The Farm, Home Has Been South<br />
Of Diller, Nebraska Since 1968 When They Married.<br />
I have moved less than a mile in sixty one years so<br />
I know <strong>the</strong> area quite well. My wife and I have three<br />
children and five grandchildren. We have raised cattle<br />
all <strong>of</strong> our life and we love <strong>the</strong> temperament <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Pi<strong>edmontese</strong><br />
breed. We also love <strong>the</strong> lean and tender meat<br />
that <strong>the</strong> breed has to <strong>of</strong>fer. I had never shown cattle<br />
until our children entered 4H. At one time, we showed<br />
at two county fairs, two different state fair shows, Aksarben,<br />
The Kansas City Royal, and o<strong>the</strong>r beef shows.<br />
When <strong>the</strong> kids were done with 4H and FFA we started<br />
showing at <strong>the</strong> World Beef Expo and Louisville. Now<br />
<strong>the</strong> grandkids are starting to show cattle. We had three<br />
grandkids in <strong>the</strong> show ring at <strong>the</strong> Jefferson County Fair<br />
this year. Kelsay, our oldest grandchild, will begin 4H<br />
next year and she has already shown in Louisville and<br />
two different county fairs in open class. She hopes to<br />
show at Louisville in November. In addition to raising<br />
cattle, we raise alfalfa on <strong>the</strong> land that we don’t rent<br />
out. We also have a fertilizer business and sell fertilizer<br />
equipment. Jeanette is a Home Health nurse and<br />
works out <strong>of</strong> Fairbury, Nebraska.<br />
The Pi<strong>edmontese</strong> association and breed has many<br />
fine people that we have become friends with over <strong>the</strong><br />
years. My wife and I always enjoy <strong>the</strong> friendship <strong>of</strong><br />
everyone.<br />
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HOW IT ALL BEGAN:<br />
In <strong>the</strong> seventies, American cattlemen became interested in heavy<br />
muscled cattle breeds, such as <strong>the</strong> Belgian Blue, Charolais,<br />
Pi<strong>edmontese</strong> and o<strong>the</strong>rs. On January 14,1984, <strong>the</strong> Pi<strong>edmontese</strong><br />
<strong>Association</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>United</strong> <strong>States</strong> was formed at an organizational<br />
meeting in Denver, Colorado. This group thought <strong>the</strong> first president<br />
should be a true cattleman, and <strong>the</strong>y elected an unassuming Texan, a<br />
Limousin breeder, Orvan Muelker. Surprised but honored, Orvan, his<br />
wife, Junie and children stepped in to <strong>the</strong> new boots and turned out to<br />
be more than a true cattle family. They were PAUS’ first family.<br />
Orvan modeled <strong>the</strong> Pied registry after <strong>the</strong> Limousin system by<br />
registering both % animals and full bloods. The full bloods were<br />
very expensive, about $25,000.00 so being able to register <strong>the</strong><br />
% animals helped <strong>the</strong> start up herds and <strong>the</strong> association. The<br />
Muelker family hosted <strong>the</strong> first two annual membership meetings<br />
in Cost, Texas. After Tim Amlaw designed <strong>the</strong> logo, Junie coined<br />
<strong>the</strong> phrase PAUS. She also started <strong>the</strong> first newsletter, “The<br />
Pi<strong>edmontese</strong> Prestige”!<br />
The first board spent a lot <strong>of</strong> time developing <strong>the</strong> by-laws,<br />
recruiting new members, and doing research.<br />
During those first four years, Orvan went to Italy with Tim Amlaw<br />
to see <strong>the</strong> Pi<strong>edmontese</strong> breed first-hand. He secured <strong>the</strong> financing<br />
for <strong>the</strong> first importation <strong>of</strong> two heifers and three young bulls from<br />
northwestern Italy through <strong>the</strong> Harry S. Truman Animal Import<br />
Center in Key West, Florida.<br />
While in Italy <strong>the</strong> Italian breeders told him how<br />
<strong>the</strong>y “tested” <strong>the</strong> tenderness in <strong>the</strong> Pieds, not<br />
with blood work, but <strong>the</strong> muscle line coming<br />
over <strong>the</strong> side <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> hip. It should “y” about a<br />
third <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> way down for tenderness!!<br />
The Muelkers only kept one bull, Istinto, and <strong>the</strong> o<strong>the</strong>rs were sold to<br />
different members all over <strong>the</strong> <strong>United</strong> <strong>States</strong>. Orvan’s Pied and % animals<br />
were always grass fed, raised natural, and very tender. He also believed in<br />
a strong culling program.<br />
Orvan remained on <strong>the</strong> PAUS board as director and remained active for<br />
many years, but time moves on, kids grow up, have families and Pieds<br />
<strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>ir own. Although Orvan still ranches, <strong>the</strong> last <strong>of</strong> his Pieds died last<br />
year.<br />
Pictured Above: Top - In Denver,<br />
Secretary Tim Amlaw taking <strong>the</strong> first<br />
membership dues from Jack Hubbard<br />
#1 <strong>of</strong> Arkansas and Al Dowdy #2 <strong>of</strong><br />
Georgia. Bottom - Orvan Meulker #3<br />
paying his dues.<br />
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2008 PAUS Annual Meeting<br />
Proposed Amendment to Article VI Directors<br />
For purpose <strong>of</strong> term clarifi cation, in 2009, a Regional Director<br />
shall be elected from each <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> following Districts: 3, 5 and<br />
7. In 2010, a Regional Director shall be elected from each <strong>of</strong><br />
<strong>the</strong> following Districts: 6 and 8. In 2011, a Regional Director<br />
shall be elected from each <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> following Districts: 1, 2 and<br />
4. Each Regional Director shall be elected for a term <strong>of</strong> three<br />
(3) years.<br />
AMENDMENT TO ARTICLE VI DIRECTORS<br />
WAS VOTED ON AND PASSED.<br />
NEWLY ELECTED:<br />
DIRECTORS<br />
DIRECTORS – AT – LARGE<br />
Region 1 – Chance Krasselt Dan Schafer<br />
Region 2 – Brian Block<br />
Rachel Graves<br />
Region 4 – Kenyon Maier<br />
Region 6 – Jerry Chapman<br />
Region 8 – Jonathan Miller<br />
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UPCOMING SHOWS & EVENTS<br />
2008 World Beef Expo<br />
Wisconsin State Fair Park<br />
West Allis, Wisconsin<br />
Pi<strong>edmontese</strong> Show:<br />
Friday, September 26th, 2008 • 4:00pm • Ring 2<br />
NEW: Crossbred Pi<strong>edmontese</strong> 50%<br />
or more will be on display<br />
Georgia National Fair<br />
Perry, Georgia<br />
Entries With Fees Must Be<br />
Post Marked By September 1, 2008<br />
Begin Arrival: Monday, October 6th, 2008 • 1-5pm<br />
Pi<strong>edmontese</strong> Show:<br />
Wednesday October 8th, 2008 12:00pm<br />
Judge: Travis Pembrook <strong>of</strong> Oklahoma<br />
North American International Livestock Exposition<br />
Kentucky Livestock Exposition<br />
Broadbent Arena • Louisville, Kentucky<br />
Begin Arrival: Sunday, November 16th, 2008 starting at 12:00pm<br />
Entry Forms Available At www.pauscattle.org<br />
Pi<strong>edmontese</strong> Show:<br />
Tuesday, November 18th, 2008,<br />
11:00am • Broadbent Arena<br />
This is a jackpot show.<br />
NEW: Crossbred Pi<strong>edmontese</strong> 50% or more will be on display<br />
All cattle must be at least 50% Pi<strong>edmontese</strong>,<br />
with health papers, and an ear tag or tattoo.<br />
They must be halter broke to lead and tie, this is not a pen display.<br />
Entry fee: $35.00 due October 10th, 2008 – PAUS Office<br />
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JUNIOR MEMBERSHIP PIEDMONTESE | PROFILE<br />
HEADING TO THE SHOW...ARE YOU READY<br />
Brooke Gentling Her Calves<br />
Brooke Practicing With Her Bull<br />
Kelsay Setting Up Her Heifer<br />
Vanessa With Her Blue Ribbon Heifer<br />
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FUNNIEST SHOW STORY & DRAWING CONTEST<br />
The Pr<strong>of</strong>ile Wants To Hear Your Funniest Show Story,<br />
Complete With Your Drawing.<br />
Give Your Entry To Carol Crews<br />
When You Come To The Naile Show In November.<br />
Check Out Rachel’s Graves Showing Do’s and Don’ts see page 16 & 17<br />
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NAILE 2008 JUNIOR SHOWMANSHIP ENTRY FORM<br />
NO ENTRY FEE REQUIRED FOR THIS CLASSES<br />
CLASS 35 & 36<br />
JUNIOR SHOWMANSHIP<br />
Class 35 ___________ Age 6 - 13<br />
Class 36 ___________ Ages 14 – 21<br />
Junior Members Name ___________________________________ Age ___________<br />
Address_______________________________________________ Sex ____________<br />
City ________________________ State _______________ Zip __________________<br />
Telephone: (____) _________________<br />
Will you be showing your own Yes _____ No ______<br />
Do you need to use ano<strong>the</strong>r breeder Animal Yes ____ No ______<br />
• Participants may be from <strong>the</strong> age <strong>of</strong> six (6) to twenty-one (21) years old.<br />
• All exhibitors will receive a ribbon for <strong>the</strong>ir participation & <strong>the</strong> winner <strong>of</strong> each class will receive<br />
an award.<br />
• NO bulls born before January 1, 2008 will be permitted; females <strong>of</strong> all ages may be shown.<br />
• All animals used in <strong>the</strong> showmanship classes must have also been exhibited in an individual class.<br />
• The junior members do not have to own <strong>the</strong> animal <strong>the</strong>y are showing in <strong>the</strong> showmanship class.<br />
• Any participant under <strong>the</strong> age <strong>of</strong> 18 will have to have a guardian sign an affidavit.<br />
• The show committee reserves <strong>the</strong> right, to add classes and/or change <strong>the</strong> break in <strong>the</strong> ages<br />
depending on <strong>the</strong> number <strong>of</strong> entries and <strong>the</strong>ir ages.<br />
No entries will be accepted after Oct 10.<br />
Please note that exhibitors are responsible for <strong>the</strong>ir own bedding.<br />
Please make checks payable to PAUS. Mail entry forms to: PAUS 343 Barrett Road Elsberry, MO 63343<br />
For questions call <strong>the</strong> <strong>of</strong>fice at 573-384-5685
I thought about writing an article for you—something<br />
inspiring that might be a little funny too; but mostly<br />
I wanted you to learn from my mistakes. Then it struck<br />
me: “You’re not a writer. Who’re you trying to kid!” So I<br />
decided to make a list <strong>of</strong> dos and don’ts, as it’s awfully<br />
hard to mess up a list.<br />
DO<br />
…keep an eye on <strong>the</strong> judge.<br />
DON’T<br />
…obsess about keeping eye contact if you’re not even<br />
given time to set up your calf. He obviously knows you<br />
feel compelled to keep eye contact, and he should know<br />
if he looks at you <strong>of</strong>ten enough, you’ll never have time to<br />
set your animal up.<br />
This lesson was learned my first year showing in<br />
Milwaukee. I could feel <strong>the</strong> judge looking at me<br />
uncommonly <strong>of</strong>ten. I was frantically trying to set up my<br />
heifer while making sure he didn’t catch me with my eyes<br />
down. After <strong>the</strong> class he told me I needed to take time<br />
out and worry more about setting up my animal than<br />
looking at him. This completely contradicted everything<br />
I’d been taught about showmanship. And so from that<br />
day forward I always tried to read <strong>the</strong> judge quickly at<br />
<strong>the</strong> start <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> class to see which type <strong>of</strong> judge he was.<br />
To this day I’ve not seen ano<strong>the</strong>r judge quite as extreme<br />
as that one.<br />
DO<br />
…thoroughly scrub your cattle.<br />
DON’T<br />
…get too engrossed in making sure that <strong>the</strong>ir ears are<br />
shiny pink and free <strong>of</strong> earwax, <strong>the</strong>refore running yourself<br />
so short on time that you’re still buckling your britches as<br />
you walk into <strong>the</strong> show ring. Judges frown on that.<br />
DO<br />
…always show to <strong>the</strong> best <strong>of</strong> your ability.<br />
DON’T<br />
…bo<strong>the</strong>r, though, if you’ve forgotten your scotch comb.<br />
Without a scotch comb you’re going nowhere fast, as far<br />
as <strong>the</strong> judge is concerned anyways.<br />
I learned this lesson at a local show. I was sure I had<br />
showmanship in <strong>the</strong> bag. I felt great—my calf was<br />
behaving and I had good control. But at <strong>the</strong> end <strong>of</strong> my<br />
class, <strong>the</strong> judge didn’t even talk about me. I suddenly<br />
realized, “Oh yeah, I didn’t have a scotch comb.” That’s<br />
what ten-year-olds do: forget <strong>the</strong>ir scotch combs. Grown<br />
show women don’t do that. Completely unacceptable.<br />
DO<br />
…turn over <strong>the</strong> nose when making corners or<br />
repositioning your animal.<br />
DON’T<br />
…pull <strong>the</strong> animal towards you if at all possible when<br />
turning. It’s considered improper showmanship unless<br />
that is your only option. I believe this is for safety<br />
reasons.<br />
DO<br />
…bring a wad <strong>of</strong> paper towels or o<strong>the</strong>r absorbable<br />
material with you to <strong>the</strong> show ring while waiting for your<br />
class.<br />
DON’T<br />
…wait empty-handed. You’ll quickly regret this when<br />
your animal feels nature calling, does <strong>the</strong> deed, and <strong>the</strong>n<br />
decides <strong>the</strong>re’s an imaginary fly somewhere that needs<br />
swatting. It’s a lovely green smear you’ll have on <strong>the</strong><br />
backside <strong>of</strong> your animal as you walk into <strong>the</strong> show ring.<br />
DO<br />
…move your show stick from hand to hand with <strong>the</strong><br />
smoo<strong>the</strong>st possible transition.<br />
DON’T<br />
…drop your show stick. Just DON’T do it!<br />
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Dos and Dont’s by: Rachel Graves<br />
Illustrated FALL 2008 by Jessie Spratt<br />
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SCARECROWS VS. SCARESHEEP<br />
Sometimes birds can be<br />
a nuisance. I don’t care<br />
if <strong>the</strong>y are blackbirds,<br />
pigeons, seagulls, starlings<br />
or guinea hens.<br />
Starlings have always been<br />
a problem for feedlots.<br />
They eat a lot <strong>of</strong> grain,<br />
besides desecrating <strong>the</strong><br />
feed bunks. One particular<br />
afternoon when I was<br />
having visions <strong>of</strong> Alfred<br />
Hitchcock’s movie, I sent<br />
one <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> feedlot hands to<br />
town to get some replicas<br />
<strong>of</strong> owls. I had read that<br />
decoy owls would scare <strong>of</strong>f birds. I left that afternoon before he<br />
returned.<br />
The next morning I got a call on <strong>the</strong> 2-way from <strong>the</strong> boss. He<br />
was in a fowl mood (sorry), “What <strong>the</strong> *(#%@ do ya think this is,<br />
Halloween! Do ya think <strong>the</strong> EPA and <strong>the</strong> Audubon Society would<br />
approve Are <strong>the</strong>y waterpro<strong>of</strong> Packing guns Where did you go<br />
to school again” “Stanford,” I lied.<br />
I had no idea what he was talking about until I pulled into <strong>the</strong><br />
feed yard and started down <strong>the</strong> first alley. Owls were posted on<br />
every o<strong>the</strong>r pen sign with scotch tape! Course you couldn’t tell<br />
<strong>the</strong>y were owls from <strong>the</strong> side, but from <strong>the</strong> front it was obvious.<br />
They were cardboard cutouts <strong>of</strong> cartoon owls, painted black<br />
ON THE EDGE OF COMMON SENSE<br />
By: Baxter Black<br />
and orange. Many were surrounded by starlings perched on <strong>the</strong><br />
cable picking <strong>the</strong>ir teeth and gossiping. We tried carbide guns,<br />
poisoning, negotiation and bribery, to no avail.<br />
Last fall I was invaded by big black birds. At night, <strong>the</strong>y roosted in<br />
my hay barn, on top <strong>of</strong> gates, at <strong>the</strong> water tanks, by <strong>the</strong> hundreds.<br />
All painting my facilities <strong>the</strong> color <strong>of</strong> a bat cave.<br />
I tried decoy cow skulls, dogs chained to <strong>the</strong> gates, fans, chicken<br />
wire, rap music, old hides, a stuffed deer until…in my frustration,<br />
I sneaked out at daylight with my 20 gauge and dusted one <strong>of</strong>f. I<br />
hung him by his ankles from a horizontal brace post over a gate<br />
12 feet, in <strong>the</strong> air. The herd <strong>of</strong> birds departed and have never, not<br />
even once, come back.<br />
Six months later his carcass sways in <strong>the</strong> breeze as a warning. I<br />
have noticed this method doesn’t work for all species, although<br />
you’d be surprised. I talked to a sheepherder from Idaho that<br />
claimed <strong>the</strong> scarecrow, or ‘scaresheep’ method worked on finewool<br />
Debolliet. He reported that <strong>the</strong> ewes had located a loose<br />
stretch <strong>of</strong> fence line and began crawling under. They’d get onto<br />
<strong>the</strong> road and get run over by traffic.<br />
The sheepherder laid a carcass under <strong>the</strong> bottom wire to act<br />
as an example. None crossed at that space, however <strong>the</strong>y just<br />
moved down <strong>the</strong> fence line about 3 feet and crawled under…only<br />
to be hit by a car.<br />
He finally concluded that <strong>the</strong> ‘scaresheep method’ did work, but<br />
it just took more decoy sheep. About 3 furlongs worth, piled 2<br />
high in his experience.<br />
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PRESS RELEASE<br />
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AMERICAN HUMANE ASSOCIATION PRESS RELEASE:<br />
Heartland Meats Receives American Humane<br />
Certified Designation.<br />
Heartland<br />
Meats<br />
Receives<br />
American<br />
Humane<br />
Certified<br />
Designation<br />
Denver (July 7, 2008)<br />
Heartland Meats Inc.<br />
<strong>of</strong> Mendota, Ill., has<br />
been certified by <strong>the</strong><br />
American<br />
Humane<br />
<strong>Association</strong>’s<br />
farm<br />
animal-welfare<br />
program. American Humane Certified is <strong>the</strong> nation’s<br />
original farm animal-welfare label.<br />
Heartland, owned by Patricia and John Sondgeroth, raises<br />
Pi<strong>edmontese</strong> cattle. The Pi<strong>edmontese</strong> breed originates in<br />
<strong>the</strong> Piedmont region in Italy, and is renowned for its leanness<br />
and tenderness. The farm also raises its own feed and owns<br />
a federally inspected processing plant. John is <strong>the</strong> fourth<br />
generation to operate <strong>the</strong> family farm.<br />
“We take personal pride in our animals and farm. The<br />
better care we take, <strong>the</strong> better <strong>the</strong> animals will take care<br />
<strong>of</strong> us,” says Pat Sondgeroth. “People who buy our meat say<br />
<strong>the</strong>y can taste <strong>the</strong> difference in <strong>the</strong> quality and tenderness<br />
<strong>of</strong> our meat. They are very loyal to Pi<strong>edmontese</strong> and our<br />
Heartland brand.”<br />
Producers certified through <strong>the</strong> American Humane<br />
Certified program must ensure that <strong>the</strong>ir animals have<br />
ready access to fresh water, a nutritious diet and medical<br />
care. Producers also must provide <strong>the</strong>ir animals with a<br />
comfortable environment that limits stress and enables<br />
<strong>the</strong>m to freely express <strong>the</strong>ir normal behaviors.<br />
Heartland Meats products are available at <strong>the</strong> farm’s<br />
retail store in Mendota, and various farmers markets and<br />
stores in <strong>the</strong> Chicago area. Heartland also sells beef to<br />
nationally acclaimed chefs such as Larry Forgione, and<br />
to restaurants in Chicago, Missouri and New York. Retail<br />
and restaurant locations can be found at http://www.<br />
heartlandmeats.com.<br />
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Pictured Above Istinto.. Imported From Italy In The Early 1980’S<br />
Progressive cattle breeders worldwide are recognizing <strong>the</strong> value<br />
<strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Pi<strong>edmontese</strong> breed. High fertility levels, calving ease,<br />
high feed efficiency, and climate adaptability make Pi<strong>edmontese</strong><br />
attractive to a wide range <strong>of</strong> producers. The superior genetics<br />
<strong>of</strong> Pi<strong>edmontese</strong> cattle provide high dressing percentages, high<br />
cutability, and higher meat to bone ratio with increased size <strong>of</strong><br />
rib-eyes and choice cuts and decreased trim and waste.<br />
Consumers select Pi<strong>edmontese</strong> beef for it’s nutritional benefits<br />
including lower fat and cholesterol while enjoying a product that<br />
is tender and flavorful.<br />
Breed Origins<br />
Pi<strong>edmontese</strong> have an interesting history that began in <strong>the</strong><br />
secluded Piedmont region <strong>of</strong> northwest Italy, an area naturally<br />
protected by <strong>the</strong> Alps mountain range. This area was populated<br />
with an ancient European breed <strong>of</strong> cattle known as Auroch [ Bos<br />
Primigenius ]. Descendants <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Aurochs and o<strong>the</strong>r domestic<br />
European cattle common to <strong>the</strong> more temperate zones belong to<br />
<strong>the</strong> species <strong>of</strong> bovine known as Bos Taurus .<br />
Approximately 25,000 years ago ano<strong>the</strong>r breed <strong>of</strong> cattle, known<br />
as Zebu [ Bos Indicus ], common in tropical areas such as India<br />
and Africa, began a massive migration from Pakistan. The<br />
trailblazers <strong>of</strong> this migration where compelled to stop in <strong>the</strong><br />
valleys <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Piedmont region, taking advantage <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> natural<br />
Alpine barriers. The Zebu are characterized by a hump <strong>of</strong> fleshy<br />
tissue over <strong>the</strong> wi<strong>the</strong>rs that can sometimes weigh as much as 40<br />
to 50 lbs (18.1 to 22.6 kg), a very large dewlap, large drooping<br />
ears and a voice that is more <strong>of</strong> a grunt than a low. While unique<br />
in physical appearance, <strong>the</strong> Bos Indicus family <strong>of</strong> cattle are hardy<br />
animals that have greater resistance to certain diseases and<br />
parasites than <strong>the</strong> descendants <strong>of</strong> Bos Taurus, allowing <strong>the</strong>m<br />
to thrive in areas that make survival difficult for o<strong>the</strong>r species<br />
<strong>of</strong> cattle.<br />
These two distinct breeds, <strong>the</strong> Auroch and <strong>the</strong> Zebu, blended<br />
and evolved in <strong>the</strong> harsh mountain terrain over thousands <strong>of</strong><br />
years to become <strong>the</strong> Pi<strong>edmontese</strong> breed. In 1886, it was <strong>the</strong><br />
ABOUT PIEDMONTESE<br />
Consumers Select<br />
Pi<strong>edmontese</strong> Beef For<br />
It’s Nutritional Benefits<br />
Including Lower Fat<br />
And Cholesterol While<br />
Enjoying A Product<br />
That Is Tender And<br />
Flavorful.<br />
appearance <strong>of</strong> double-muscling in Pi<strong>edmontese</strong> cattle that<br />
attracted <strong>the</strong> attention <strong>of</strong> breeders, who had <strong>the</strong> foresight to<br />
recognize <strong>the</strong> enormous potential <strong>of</strong> this development. The first<br />
Italian Herdbook was opened in 1887 and breeding programs<br />
designed to improve <strong>the</strong> herd and eliminate detrimental aspects<br />
associated with double-muscling were put in place.<br />
The Myostatin gene was discovered over one hundred years<br />
later. It is this gene, that occurs naturally in all mammals, that<br />
restricts muscle growth. However, in <strong>the</strong> case <strong>of</strong> Pi<strong>edmontese</strong><br />
cattle, <strong>the</strong> gene naturally mutated resulting in <strong>the</strong> unrestricted<br />
muscle development known as double-muscling. In fact, muscle<br />
development in Pi<strong>edmontese</strong> cattle averages 14 percent higher<br />
than in most o<strong>the</strong>r breeds. The Myostatin gene also helps to<br />
provide <strong>the</strong> consistent tenderness <strong>of</strong> Pi<strong>edmontese</strong> beef.<br />
The first Pi<strong>edmontese</strong> animals exported to North America<br />
arrived in Saskatchewan, Canada in <strong>the</strong> fall <strong>of</strong> 1979. These animals<br />
included one bull, BRINDISI, and four females, BANANA, BIBA,<br />
BISCA, and BINDA. The following year, five more bulls, including<br />
CAPTAIN, CHAMP, CORALLO, CAMINO, and DOMINGO<br />
arrived in Canada. Then in <strong>the</strong> early 1980’s five animals were<br />
imported from Italy to <strong>the</strong> <strong>United</strong> <strong>States</strong>. These animals included<br />
bulls ISTINTO, IMBUTO, and IOSE as well as two cows, INDIA<br />
and GAZZA. It was all <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>se imported animals that served as<br />
<strong>the</strong> original genetic base for <strong>the</strong> Pi<strong>edmontese</strong> breed in North<br />
America.<br />
Pi<strong>edmontese</strong> cattle are Italy’s most popular breed and <strong>the</strong>ir<br />
numbers are growing worldwide. Breeders around <strong>the</strong> globe<br />
including producers in Australia, Brazil, Canada, Denmark,<br />
Great Britain, Holland, Mexico, Poland, and New Zealand are<br />
actively engaged in breeding Pi<strong>edmontese</strong> cattle.<br />
In 1984 <strong>the</strong> Pi<strong>edmontese</strong> <strong>Association</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>United</strong> <strong>States</strong> (PAUS)<br />
was organized. In 1987 PAUS incorporated, since <strong>the</strong>n we’ve<br />
recorded over 12,000 animals in our registration database.<br />
courtesy <strong>of</strong> www.pauscattle.org<br />
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FOR YOUR INFORMATION<br />
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Keith Schnese, Golden Glow Farm, Wild Rose, Wisconsin, answers questions from visitors to <strong>the</strong> Pi<strong>edmontese</strong> Cattle Exhibit at<br />
<strong>the</strong> Wisconsin Cattlemen’s Beef Tent at Farm Technology Days, Country Aire Farms, Brown County, Wisconsin, July 15, 2008<br />
Pi<strong>edmontese</strong> Cattle at 2008 Wisconsin<br />
Farm Technology Days<br />
Pi<strong>edmontese</strong> Cattle at 2008 Wisconsin Farm<br />
Technology Days Pi<strong>edmontese</strong> Cattle received a<br />
boost in publicity and breed recognition at <strong>the</strong> 55th<br />
Annual Farm Technology Days at Country Aire Farms,<br />
Brown County, Wisconsin, July 15-18, 2008. The Wild<br />
Rose Cattle Consortium, represented by Golden Glow<br />
Farm, Shear’s Sires and Narrows Creek Pi<strong>edmontese</strong>,<br />
all <strong>of</strong> Wisconsin, provided an effective Pi<strong>edmontese</strong><br />
Cattle display and exhibit, and distributed hundreds<br />
<strong>of</strong> pieces <strong>of</strong> informational literature as part <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />
Wisconsin Cattlemen’s <strong>Association</strong>’s Beef Tent at<br />
<strong>the</strong> FTD. Promotional literature for <strong>the</strong> show was<br />
provided by ANABORAPI, Jeff-Leen Farm, Laura’s<br />
Lean, Montana Ranch, NAPA, and PAUS. In addition,<br />
representatives from Laura’s Lean and Jeff-Leen<br />
Farm, Random Lake, Wisconsin, attended <strong>the</strong> exhibit<br />
and provided visitors with first hand information<br />
about <strong>the</strong> need for Pi<strong>edmontese</strong> Cattle in <strong>the</strong>ir beef<br />
marketing efforts. The main message to <strong>the</strong> show<br />
visitors concerned <strong>the</strong> demand for increasingly<br />
greater numbers <strong>of</strong> 50% Pi<strong>edmontese</strong> feeder calves for<br />
<strong>the</strong> Laura’s Lean, Montana Range and local Wisconsin<br />
lean beef markets. The <strong>the</strong>me for <strong>the</strong> 2008 Wisconsin<br />
Cattlemen’s Beef Tent was “From <strong>the</strong> Pasture to <strong>the</strong><br />
Plate,” and representatives from 11 Beef breeds<br />
displayed animals and answered questions for Farm<br />
Technology Days visitors. The Pi<strong>edmontese</strong> display<br />
received a great deal <strong>of</strong> attention, both to <strong>the</strong> presence<br />
<strong>of</strong> Pi<strong>edmontese</strong> breeders in <strong>the</strong> immediate area, and<br />
to <strong>the</strong> Champion cow on display, 2006 Milwaukee<br />
World Beef Expo Cow-Calf Cow Champion. (She<br />
gave autographs on request!) Many visitors to <strong>the</strong><br />
Pi<strong>edmontese</strong> Exhibit in <strong>the</strong> Beef tent had questions<br />
about converting to beef operations from small<br />
dairy operations, and about switching to grass fed<br />
beef operations. The participating members from<br />
<strong>the</strong> Wild Rose Cattle Consortium had good news<br />
and encouraging answers to <strong>of</strong>fer <strong>the</strong>se visitors,<br />
said Keith Schnese, owner <strong>of</strong> Golden Glow Farm<br />
and exhibit supervisor for <strong>the</strong> Pi<strong>edmontese</strong> booth.<br />
He reported that <strong>the</strong> interest level and awareness<br />
<strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Pi<strong>edmontese</strong> breed is increasing among beef<br />
producers, and that knowledgeable beef breeders<br />
were impressed by <strong>the</strong> measurable results from<br />
<strong>the</strong> breed improvement program instituted by<br />
ANABORAPI in 1990. Billed as <strong>the</strong> nation’s largest<br />
outdoor ag show, Farm Technology Days included<br />
more than 600 commercial and educational<br />
exhibitors in a ‘tent city’ filling a 60 acre show site,<br />
along with large equipment demonstrations on <strong>the</strong><br />
neighboring 400 acres. Visitors to <strong>the</strong> show may<br />
number 15 to 30 thousand per day, from Wisconsin<br />
and neighboring states. Unseasonal heavy rains<br />
ended <strong>the</strong> show earlier than scheduled, but Schnese<br />
said that <strong>the</strong> participation in this very large ag show<br />
provided an excellent opportunity to communicate<br />
<strong>the</strong> economic demand for Pi<strong>edmontese</strong> cross cattle<br />
to <strong>the</strong> beef producer <strong>of</strong> Wisconsin and nearby<br />
states.<br />
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COW/CALF INSIDER<br />
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COOL Considerations for<br />
Cow-Calf and Stocker Producers<br />
Derrell S. Peel, OSU Livestock Marketing Specialist<br />
Mandatory Country <strong>of</strong> Origin Labeling will take effect<br />
on September 30, 2008. There are specific rules on <strong>the</strong><br />
definition <strong>of</strong> retailers and on processed foods (which<br />
are exempted) and on food service establishments<br />
(which are also exempted) but in general, beef sold in<br />
retail markets must bear a label or notice to consumers<br />
about <strong>the</strong> origin <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> beef. Only beef from animals<br />
born, raised and slaughtered in <strong>the</strong> U.S. may be labeled<br />
Product <strong>of</strong> U.S.A. O<strong>the</strong>r product must identify <strong>the</strong><br />
country or countries <strong>of</strong> origin, which might include <strong>the</strong><br />
U.S. and o<strong>the</strong>r countries. USDA-AMS has indicated that<br />
<strong>the</strong>y will use <strong>the</strong> first six months to help retailers and<br />
suppliers come into compliance with <strong>the</strong> law.<br />
Meat packers are considered <strong>the</strong> originators <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />
origin claim but <strong>the</strong> interim final rule indicates that <strong>the</strong><br />
slaughter facility “must possess or have legal access to<br />
records that are necessary to substantiate <strong>the</strong> origin<br />
claim.” “A producer affidavit shall be considered<br />
acceptable evidence provided it is made by someone<br />
having first-hand knowledge <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> origin <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> animals<br />
and identifies <strong>the</strong> animals unique to <strong>the</strong> transaction.”<br />
Records maintained in <strong>the</strong> course <strong>of</strong> normal conduct<br />
<strong>of</strong> business may serve as verification. Animals that are<br />
part <strong>of</strong> a NAIS compliant or o<strong>the</strong>r recognized <strong>of</strong>ficial<br />
identification system may use <strong>the</strong> animal ID to verify<br />
origin claims.<br />
Cow-calf producers can use a wide variety <strong>of</strong> herd or<br />
calving records, feed purchases, animal health or vaccine<br />
purchases to document <strong>the</strong> normal level <strong>of</strong> production<br />
that would verify <strong>the</strong> origin <strong>of</strong> calves <strong>the</strong>y sell. Producers<br />
should be prepared to provide an affidavit to <strong>the</strong> buyer<br />
stating <strong>the</strong> origin and <strong>the</strong> existence <strong>of</strong> such records.<br />
Producers should keep a copy <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> affidavit noting <strong>the</strong><br />
buyer and/or <strong>the</strong> date and location <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> sale. COOL<br />
also covers meat from breeding animals which means<br />
that producers should keep records <strong>of</strong> raised animals<br />
used for breeding and should request an affidavit for any<br />
purchased cows or bulls.<br />
All animals in <strong>the</strong> U.S. as <strong>of</strong> July 15, 2008 are considered<br />
to be U.S. origin. It is important for cow-calf producers<br />
to document herd size and composition for <strong>the</strong>se animals<br />
that are “grandfa<strong>the</strong>red” in under this date. Young cows<br />
that may not be sold for several years may need this<br />
documentation to verify <strong>the</strong> status as <strong>of</strong> July 15, 2008.<br />
Stocker producers, like o<strong>the</strong>r suppliers, must “maintain<br />
records to establish and identify <strong>the</strong> immediate previous<br />
source and <strong>the</strong> immediate subsequent recipient.”<br />
Commingling <strong>of</strong> animals creates a challenge but AMS<br />
has indicated that as long as a producer has records <strong>of</strong><br />
purchases and sales that reasonably account for total<br />
animal sales, individual animals or subsets <strong>of</strong> animals<br />
need not be traced back to specific purchase group(s).<br />
Thus, animals purchased from a variety <strong>of</strong> sources<br />
arriving with affidavits that show that animals all have<br />
<strong>the</strong> same origin, can be commingled into different sales<br />
groups and sold with affidavits that verify <strong>the</strong> origin <strong>of</strong><br />
<strong>the</strong> animals.<br />
Depending on <strong>the</strong> flow <strong>of</strong> animals into and out <strong>of</strong> an<br />
operation, producers may find it advantageous to use a<br />
more detailed tracking system to account for sources<br />
and destinations <strong>of</strong> cattle. Of course, if a producer has<br />
animals with different origins, those animals should be<br />
segregated by origin group with appropriate records to<br />
account for each origin group unless <strong>the</strong>y are part <strong>of</strong> a<br />
NAIS compliant or o<strong>the</strong>r individual animal ID program<br />
to track animals. As noted above, NAIS compliant<br />
animals may use <strong>the</strong> animal ID as verification <strong>of</strong> origin.<br />
Animals on hand as <strong>of</strong> July 15, 2008 are covered under<br />
<strong>the</strong> previously mentioned grandfa<strong>the</strong>r clause.<br />
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COW/CALF INSIDER<br />
Predicting Time <strong>of</strong> Calving<br />
Glenn Selk , OSU Extension Cattle Reproduction Specialist<br />
One <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> advantages <strong>of</strong> fall-calving compared to spring<br />
(late winter) calving is <strong>the</strong> pleasant wea<strong>the</strong>r that <strong>the</strong> cow<br />
calf operator finds at 2:00 AM when he or she goes out<br />
to check <strong>the</strong> heifers. The downside <strong>of</strong> fall calving is <strong>the</strong><br />
fact that <strong>the</strong>se cows and heifers are not being fed from<br />
<strong>the</strong> truck or hay feeder. In most years, <strong>the</strong>y are getting<br />
plenty <strong>of</strong> nutrition from <strong>the</strong> standing forage in <strong>the</strong> pasture.<br />
Therefore, <strong>the</strong> rancher will have less influence on <strong>the</strong><br />
time <strong>of</strong> day that <strong>the</strong> cow goes into labor. As has been<br />
documented many times, if <strong>the</strong> cows are fed late in <strong>the</strong> day,<br />
a higher percentage <strong>of</strong> calves will come during daylight<br />
hours.<br />
Very precise records about <strong>the</strong> previous history <strong>of</strong> adult<br />
cows may give some help to that portion <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> herd.<br />
Oregon State and Utah State Universities conducted an<br />
interesting study to determine whe<strong>the</strong>r individual beef<br />
cows display a repeatable pattern <strong>of</strong> calving time from year<br />
to year. Cows in this study ranged from 3 to 7 years <strong>of</strong> age<br />
and <strong>the</strong> number <strong>of</strong> calvings per cow ranged from 2 to 5,<br />
resulting in 523 parturitions for 201 individual cows. This<br />
data was ga<strong>the</strong>red in late winter/spring calving seasons<br />
which began in late January and ended in late April. Cows<br />
were fed each day in late afternoon. Days were divided<br />
into 6 periods <strong>of</strong> 4 hours each. The percentage <strong>of</strong> cows<br />
calving within each period was: 6 AM – 10 AM, 34.2%; 10<br />
AM – 2 PM, 21.2%; 2 PM – 6 PM, 29.8%; 6 PM – 10 PM,<br />
8.4%; 10 PM – 2 AM, 4.4%; and 2 AM – 6 AM, 1.9%. By<br />
feeding late in <strong>the</strong> day, 85.2% <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> calves came between<br />
6 AM and 6 PM.<br />
Average time <strong>of</strong> day <strong>of</strong> calving was determined for each<br />
cow. The difference between <strong>the</strong> individual’s average and<br />
her calving time for each year was <strong>the</strong>n calculated. The<br />
average difference for all cows was plus/minus 2.65 hours.<br />
Statistical analysis confirmed <strong>the</strong> average difference was<br />
significantly less than 3 hours. These results indicated that<br />
for this herd <strong>of</strong> cows, which was fed in late afternoon, <strong>the</strong><br />
time that calving will occur may be predicted within about<br />
2 to 3 hours based on <strong>the</strong> average time <strong>of</strong> day that a cow<br />
had previously calved. The authors noted, however, that<br />
alteration <strong>of</strong> feeding time could affect <strong>the</strong> predictability<br />
<strong>of</strong> calving time. Unfortunately, two-year olds do not have<br />
previous records to predict <strong>the</strong>ir calving time. (Source:<br />
Jaeger co-workers. 2002. Proc. Western Section American<br />
Society <strong>of</strong> Animal Science, 53:204.)<br />
Hot Wea<strong>the</strong>r in Late Pregnancy Affects Gestation Length<br />
Glenn Selk , OSU Extension Cattle Reproduction Specialist<br />
Fall-calving cows and heifers don’t always read<br />
and follow <strong>the</strong> published gestation tables for <strong>the</strong>ir<br />
respective breeds. It is has been reported on several<br />
occasions that fall calving cows have lighter birth<br />
weights than spring calvers. Part <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> reason for<br />
those lighter births may be attributed to shorter<br />
gestation lengths. Oklahoma State University<br />
physiologists studied early fall (August) and late fall<br />
(October) calving cows. Data from two successive<br />
years were combined for 50 Angus X Hereford<br />
crossbred cows. (Source: Kastner, Wettemann, and coworkers.<br />
2004 Sou<strong>the</strong>rn Section <strong>of</strong> American Society<br />
<strong>of</strong> Anim. Sci. Abstract 77). The “early” and “late” fall<br />
calving cows had been artificially inseminated in early<br />
November or early January, respectively. Semen from<br />
<strong>the</strong> same sire was used for all cows. All cows were<br />
exposed to a single cleanup bull for 35 days at 4 days<br />
after <strong>the</strong> AI season. The wea<strong>the</strong>r prior to calving was<br />
significantly different for late pregnancy in <strong>the</strong> two<br />
groups. The average maximum temperature <strong>the</strong> week<br />
before calving was 93 degrees F. for <strong>the</strong> “early” fall<br />
group. The average maximum temperature <strong>the</strong> week<br />
before parturition in <strong>the</strong> “late” calving group was 66<br />
degrees F. There was a 100% survival rate for calves<br />
in both groups and both groups <strong>of</strong> cows had very<br />
high re-breeding rates (93% and 96%, respectively).<br />
The average gestation length for <strong>the</strong> “early fall” cows<br />
was 3 days shorter (280 days) as compared to <strong>the</strong><br />
“late fall” cows (283 days). Producers with early fallcalving<br />
cows should expect calves to start coming<br />
several days ahead <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> “textbook gestation table”<br />
dates. They should begin <strong>the</strong>ir routine heifer and<br />
cow checks at least a week to 10 days ahead <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />
expected first calving date. Therefore this would be<br />
good time to read <strong>the</strong> new Oklahoma State University<br />
Extension publication called “Calving Time<br />
Management for Beef Cows and Heifers”. E-1006.<br />
This is an excellent review <strong>of</strong> calving management<br />
ideas for <strong>the</strong> experienced rancher as well as <strong>the</strong> new<br />
participant in <strong>the</strong> beef industry.<br />
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DID YOU KNOW<br />
Notices:<br />
Did you<br />
KNOW<br />
From: The PAUS Board<br />
Due to <strong>the</strong> present market difficulties for <strong>the</strong> sale<br />
<strong>of</strong> both seedstock and feeder calves <strong>the</strong> PAUS<br />
board has decided to postpone <strong>the</strong> Fall Production<br />
Sale until October <strong>of</strong> 2009. This decision has been<br />
made in order to ensure a viable sale for <strong>the</strong> future.<br />
The sale objective is to bring a healthy number <strong>of</strong><br />
producers and buyers toge<strong>the</strong>r and to create sale<br />
prices that are mutually beneficial. This year it<br />
will not be possible to meet that objective. We<br />
apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.<br />
From: The Show Committee<br />
PAUS blocked 22 rooms at <strong>the</strong> Ramada Inn out<br />
side gate 4 <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Louisville Show. They will hold<br />
<strong>the</strong> rooms until October 15, 2008. The cost <strong>of</strong> each<br />
room with tax is $103.53. For reservations call<br />
1-502-637-6336. There are o<strong>the</strong>r motels in <strong>the</strong><br />
area but no rooms are blocked, check <strong>the</strong> internet<br />
or call for prices and availability.<br />
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Inquiries:<br />
Keith A Sherman<br />
747 Index Road<br />
West Liberty, KY 41472<br />
Purchased a bull<br />
Howard Stack<br />
1665 Baldwin Road<br />
Lapeer, MI 48446-9774<br />
810-664-3006<br />
Purchased a bull<br />
Doug Wheater<br />
9230 South Warner<br />
Fremont, MI 49412<br />
Requested information on <strong>the</strong><br />
Pi<strong>edmontese</strong> breed.<br />
Eugene Ziola<br />
5419 Volkmer Road<br />
Cheasning, MI 48616-9477<br />
989-245-1426<br />
Purchased a bull<br />
Doug Kogel<br />
690 Godshall Road<br />
Telford, PA 18969<br />
215-723-0398<br />
Purchased a bull<br />
From: The End <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Trail Ranch<br />
Carol Crews and Craiger Mento would like to<br />
thank everyone who could take <strong>the</strong> time and<br />
make <strong>the</strong> trip to 2008 Field Days in Oklahoma.<br />
We enjoyed having you all and hope you took<br />
home a fun memory <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> tallgrass prairie and<br />
cattle country!<br />
From: The Publication Committee<br />
Please email comments, corrections, suggestions,<br />
and ideas to pr<strong>of</strong>ile.print@yahoo.com.<br />
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VET UPDATE<br />
Vaccination Programs<br />
Dr. Nagely Valley Vet Supply<br />
When considering beef cattle vaccine programs,<br />
<strong>the</strong>y can be tailored to fit <strong>the</strong> specific herd and<br />
address any unusual herd disease history. For a<br />
general thumb rule used by many veterinarians<br />
and beef herd owners you might consider this<br />
approach for spring calving cows, or fall calving<br />
cows: vaccinate <strong>the</strong> cow herd (and replacements<br />
entering <strong>the</strong> breeding herd) about a month prior<br />
to <strong>the</strong> breeding season, using a modified live virus<br />
vaccine including IBR, BVD I & II, Lepto & Vibrio. The<br />
purpose is to prevent abortion diseases. Many seed<br />
stock herds elect to incorporate Lepto hardjo-bovis<br />
vaccine also.<br />
Many cow herds are vaccinated mid-term against<br />
baby calf diarrhea, with <strong>the</strong> intent that protective<br />
colostral antibodies will pass to <strong>the</strong> newborn calf.<br />
There are several approaches to calf vaccinations.<br />
One common approach is: vaccinate <strong>the</strong> calves at<br />
6-10 weeks <strong>of</strong> age with a modified live virus vaccine<br />
(IBR, BVD I & II, PI3, BRSV) in combination with<br />
Pasteurella (Mannheimia) respiratory protection. If<br />
Blackleg vaccine was not given near birth, <strong>the</strong>n give<br />
it at this time. The respiratory and blackleg vaccines<br />
should be repeated again at weaning time for <strong>the</strong><br />
calves.<br />
Pinkeye vaccine can be beneficial when given prior<br />
to <strong>the</strong> summer fly and pinkeye season.<br />
Food animal veterinarians are a great resource to<br />
help guide you in sensible animal health programs.<br />
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FOR YOUR INFORMATION<br />
THE PIEDMONTESE<br />
ASSOCIATION OF THE<br />
UNITED STATES<br />
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SOE SHOW CLASSES<br />
FEMALES<br />
1. Summer Heifer<br />
August 1, 2008 – Oct. 31, 2008<br />
2. Spring Heifer<br />
April 1, 2008- July 31, 2008<br />
3. Winter Heifer<br />
Dec. 1, 2007- March 31, 2008<br />
4. Heifer Calf Champion<br />
5. Heifer Calf Reserve Champion<br />
6. Junior Yearling Female<br />
May 1, 2007- November 30, 2007<br />
7. Senior Yearling Female<br />
Dec. 1, 2006 - April 30, 2007<br />
8. Yearling Female Champion<br />
9. Yearling Female Reserve Champion<br />
10. Two Year Old Senior Female<br />
Jan. 1, 2006- November 30, 2006<br />
11. Senior Female<br />
On or Before December 1, 2005<br />
Any cow that is 4 years old or older, to continue<br />
to be shown, must be one <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> following.<br />
• Produced and raised a natural calf<br />
• Currently raising a natural calf<br />
• Be verifi ed pregnant.<br />
12. Senior Female Champion<br />
13. Senior Female reserve Champion<br />
14. Grand Champion Female<br />
15. Reserve Grand Champion Female<br />
BULLS<br />
16. Summer Bull Calf<br />
August 1, 2008 – October 31, 2008<br />
17. Spring Bull Calf<br />
April 1, 2008- July 31, 2008<br />
18. Winter Bull Calf<br />
December 1, 2007- March 31, 2008<br />
19. Bull Calf Champion<br />
20. Bull Calf Reserve Champion<br />
21. Junior Yearling Bull<br />
May 1, 2007- November 30, 2007<br />
22. Senior Yearling Bull<br />
December 1, 2006 - April 30, 2007<br />
23. Yearling Bull Champion<br />
24. Yearling Bull Reserve Champion<br />
25. Two Year Old Senior Bull<br />
January 1, 2006- November 30, 2006<br />
26. Senior Bull<br />
On or Before December 1, 2005<br />
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BULLS CONTINUED...<br />
27. Senior Bull Champion<br />
28. Senior Bull reserve Champion<br />
29. Grand Champion Bull<br />
30. Reserve Grand Champion Bull<br />
FOR YOUR INFORMATION<br />
Jerry & Rhonda Chapman<br />
GROUP<br />
31. Cow/Calf Pair<br />
• Natural Calf Nursing - 200 day old calf max<br />
• Both cow & calf <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> cow/calf pair must have<br />
been shown in individual classes to be eligible<br />
32. Produce <strong>of</strong> Dam<br />
• Two animals from <strong>the</strong> same dam can be <strong>of</strong> ei<strong>the</strong>r sex.<br />
• Must have been shown in individual classes to be eligible<br />
• SOE Points are awarded to only <strong>the</strong> dam<br />
33. Get <strong>of</strong> Sire<br />
• Four animals from <strong>the</strong> same sire<br />
• Both sexes must be represented<br />
• Must have been shown in individual classes to be eligible<br />
• SOE Points are awarded to only <strong>the</strong> SIRE<br />
34. Exhibitors Herd<br />
• Four animals, any age, both sexes must be represented.<br />
• All must be owned by <strong>the</strong> same exhibitor<br />
• No SOE Points awarded in this class<br />
Semen Embryos Beef<br />
Chapman Farms<br />
Pi<strong>edmontese</strong><br />
Jerry & Rhonda Chapman<br />
Pr<strong>of</strong>essionals Producing Performance Pi<strong>edmontese</strong> Progeny<br />
Home Phone<br />
(517) 626-6661<br />
9270 Cutler Road<br />
Eagle, Michigan 48822<br />
Cell Phone<br />
(517)749-1384<br />
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Italian AI Sires<br />
Available For Import<br />
You can order Italian semen<br />
from Semenzoo.<br />
Visit <strong>the</strong> PAUS website at pauscattle.org<br />
for information about <strong>the</strong> Italian Bulls<br />
and <strong>the</strong> new bulls that have just been<br />
released. For your convenience all weights<br />
are converted to pounds.<br />
To order contact Dr. Fred H Bowman<br />
at 239-821-4299, 239-530-4299<br />
or by email at ConsultorLechero@aol.com<br />
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