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Official Publication of the <strong>Ontario</strong> <strong>Simmental</strong> <strong>Association</strong><br />
Spring 2012
Offering the following services:<br />
- Performance Bull Testing: an of� cial sanctioned BIO facility<br />
- Donor/Recipient Management: the “Total Program”<br />
- Import/Export and Quarantine Service: Livestock, Semen and Embryos<br />
- Sales Management and Consulting: Tailored to “Suit Your Needs”<br />
Events and Programs planned for 2012:<br />
: The new of� cial All <strong>Ontario</strong> <strong>Simmental</strong> Bull Test program.<br />
BIO accredited and supported by OSA/CSA accepting all facets of the breed: Fullblood, Red, Black, Horned and Polled.<br />
Two age groups: Oct 1/11 - Dec 31/11<br />
Jan 1/12 - Mar 31/12<br />
Saturday, April 7, 2012 • Private Treaty and Open House • Hosted by Crimson Tide Fleckvieh and Guests<br />
Saturday September 8, 2012 • Annual Fullblood Female Sale • Hosted by Crimson Tide Fleckvieh and Guests<br />
Saturday September 8, 2012 • Annual Colored Sale • <strong>Ontario</strong>’s all new “Premiere Purebred Sale”<br />
For more information or to test bulls and consign cattle, please contact us. Be part of something “NEW”!<br />
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Larry & Judy Eurig<br />
R.R. #3, 311371 Hwy 6 N • Mount Forest, ON N0G 2L0<br />
Phone: 519-323-3167 • Fax: 519-323-9807 • Email: larryeurig@hotmail.com<br />
www.crimsontide.ca
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On behalf of the Board of Directors I would like to<br />
wish everyone a successful 2012.<br />
This is the time of year where we start to see the results of our breeding selections and the<br />
true maternal traits of the <strong>Simmental</strong> breed. As the 2012 calves hit the ground we can see<br />
our future herd sires and foundation females maturing into all that is exciting about the<br />
<strong>Simmental</strong> breed – strong material traits, depth of rib, length of loin and quiet dispositions.<br />
Each one with his/her own personality that makes this breed a joy to work with. All the<br />
hard work and long hours pay off. Best of luck to everyone with your calving season.<br />
The Ultrasound Program and Ron Wooddisse Carcass Class at the Royal will continue for<br />
the 2012 year. We hope to see more participation in this exciting new class. OSA again<br />
this year is sponsoring a rebate program for ultrasounding of females. See the information<br />
contained in this issue of the <strong>Advocate</strong>.<br />
Approximately 175 4-H members showed <strong>Simmental</strong> calves and yearlings in 2011. This<br />
was an increase of approximately 50 animals over the 2010 year. What an accomplishment<br />
for our breed. Your continued support of the youth is evident in these numbers.<br />
Included in this issue are some new education cards that are available for purchase and<br />
how to order. If they are something that will benefit promoting your operation, please let<br />
us know.<br />
We welcome your input on information to include on the OSA website, for marketing/<br />
breed promotion, and for publication in the <strong>Advocate</strong>. Articles for consideration can be<br />
forwarded to the Board at the contact address/email listed on page 5. Please send us<br />
your upcoming events and sales for inclusion in the Upcoming Events section. New to this<br />
edition is sale results, please continue to forward for our next publication.<br />
Hope to see you at the Annual General Meeting on March 10, 2012 in Peterborough.<br />
Keitha Harris-Donovan<br />
President, <strong>Ontario</strong> <strong>Simmental</strong> <strong>Association</strong><br />
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<strong>Ontario</strong> <strong>Simmental</strong><br />
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OSA Board of Directors 2012<br />
President<br />
Keitha Harris-Donovan<br />
T613.257.2617<br />
dovovandale_simmentals@hotmail.com<br />
Vice President<br />
Billy Elmhirst<br />
C705.761.0896<br />
ircc@nexicom.net<br />
Secretary<br />
Grace Oesch<br />
T519.656.2199<br />
gravandale@golden.net<br />
Treasurer<br />
Debbie Elliott<br />
T519.345.2785<br />
dje@djfarmscattle.com<br />
Past President<br />
Dan O'Brien<br />
C613.761.2403<br />
dan.obrien@sympatico.ca<br />
Past Vice-President<br />
John Pearson<br />
C905.349.3415<br />
j.kpearson@sympatico.ca<br />
2011 Ron Wooddisse Momorial Carcass Class<br />
East Central Director<br />
Glenn Wotton<br />
C705.878.1713<br />
elmtreefarms@i-zoom.net<br />
Director<br />
Kara Enright<br />
T613.478.3404<br />
kara_langevin@hotmail.com<br />
Director<br />
Carla Nolan<br />
T905.607.2204<br />
carla.nolan@sympatico.ca<br />
Director<br />
Katie Wood<br />
C519.821.6654<br />
redribbonlivestock@yahoo.ca<br />
South West Director<br />
Kevin Howatt<br />
T519.523.4338<br />
kevin.howatt@watergroup.com<br />
CSA Director<br />
Kara Enright<br />
T613.478.3404<br />
kara_langevin@hotmail.com<br />
CSA President<br />
Ron Nolan<br />
T905.607.2204<br />
rnolan@hatch.ca<br />
Cover Picture<br />
Taken by<br />
Keitha Harris-Donovan,<br />
Ashton, On.<br />
Winter 2012<br />
If you have a cover<br />
shot for the <strong>Advocate</strong>,<br />
please send it to Melissa.<br />
The winner of the heifer and bull carcass classes at the Royal was Dave & Gayle Milliner (Waydamar <strong>Simmental</strong>s). The champion<br />
heifer was WAYDAMAR BLK XEY 77X, WMY 77X and the champion bull was WAYDAMAR R SPIDERMAN 79X, WMY79X<br />
Reserve heifer is the entry of Dan O’Brien with DAL MS POL SHEARFORCE122X and reserve bulls (tie) were Ron Nolan with BAR 5<br />
PFF TORRENT 1211X and the Woodissee family with MARYWOOD LADIES MAN 11X.<br />
The bull class had 36 entries. The bull scores were calculated at 70% ultra-sound scan measurements and 30% from CSA epd’s.<br />
The bulls were not exhibited; with the winner being chosen entirely on the above statistics. The winning score was 61.0 and reserve<br />
tied with 60.93 points.<br />
The heifers had 5 entries. The heifer scores were calculated at 50% ultra-sound scan measurements, 30% from CSA epd’s, and the<br />
final 20% in the show ring as placed by a Judge. Before the class entered the ring, 3 of the heifers were within ¾ of a point of each<br />
other. The final tally was: champion was 68.75 and reserve 65.79 – a very close competition.<br />
Nu-Life Mills awarded a $100.00 gift certificate to each of the class winners.<br />
If you would like to participate in the 2012 class you need to start planning now to make sure that you can get your cattle scanned<br />
according to CSA protocols. You should book with BIO as early as possible in order that they can economically fit you into their<br />
schedules.<br />
Something that we found out during this year’s set up was that BIO can only forward your scan data to CSA with your permission.<br />
This also includes info gathered at bull test stations. If you want your info to get to CSA remember to ask BIO.<br />
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Upcoming Events<br />
Junior Beef Expo<br />
London, <strong>Ontario</strong><br />
March 10 th & 11 th , 2012<br />
OSA Annual General Meeting<br />
Peterborough, <strong>Ontario</strong><br />
March 10 th , 2012<br />
1:00 pm<br />
Ottawa Valley Farm Show<br />
March 13 th , 14 th , 15 th , 2012<br />
New CE Centre just outside the<br />
Ottawa International Airport<br />
Bar 5 Spring Spectacular XXXIX<br />
Bull & Female Spring Production Sale<br />
Bar 5 Sale Barn, Markdale, ON<br />
March 31 st , 2012<br />
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Youth Forum 2012<br />
April 6 th and 7 th , 2012<br />
Orangeville Fairgrounds,<br />
Orangeville, <strong>Ontario</strong><br />
Simmply <strong>Simmental</strong> '12<br />
Saturday April 7 th , 2012<br />
Open House and Private Treaty Bull Sale<br />
Crimson Tide Fleckvieh and Guests<br />
(at the farm)<br />
Mount Forest ON<br />
Ottawa Valley <strong>Simmental</strong><br />
Club Spring Sale<br />
May 26th, 2012<br />
6:30 pm<br />
Hobb’s Sale Pavillion<br />
CSA AGM and YCS National <strong>Simmental</strong><br />
Show<br />
In conjunction with Nova Scotia Provincial<br />
Exhibition<br />
August 21 st - 25 th , 2012<br />
Truro, Nova Scotia<br />
Fleckvieh Fever '12<br />
Saturday September 8 th , 2012<br />
Annual Fall Female Sale<br />
Crimson Tide Fleckvieh and Guests<br />
(at the farm)<br />
Mount Forest ON<br />
The Purebred Primary<br />
Saturday September 8 th , 2012<br />
Annual Fall Colored Female Sale<br />
In conjunction with Fleckvieh Fever '12<br />
(at Crimson Tide)<br />
Mount Forest ON<br />
Simm Test <strong>Ontario</strong><br />
All <strong>Ontario</strong> <strong>Simmental</strong> Bull Test<br />
(at Crimson Tide)<br />
Fall entry, Sept/Oct 2012<br />
Mount Forest ON<br />
Thank you to Crimson Tide Fleckvieh<br />
The Fenelon Falls 4-H Beef Club from Kawartha<br />
Lakes Haliburton 4-H <strong>Association</strong> would like to<br />
graciously thank Larry and Judy Eurig.<br />
In July, they conducted a farm tour, followed by<br />
an informative, hands on artificial insemination<br />
demonstration. Larry also gave a very informative<br />
lesson on both AI breeding as well as embryo<br />
transplanting. Judy generously served drinks and<br />
snacks to all the visitors.<br />
The Eurig’s awarded two members, Steven Jones<br />
and Emily Roberts with $250 credits towards a<br />
purchase of any service offered by Crimson Tide.<br />
From the entire Kawartha Lakes<br />
Haliburton 4-H <strong>Association</strong>,<br />
Thank you to Crimson Tide.
CSA - What's Happening<br />
CEO OF PROGRAMMING - CANADIAN SIMMENTAL ASSOCIATION<br />
The Canadian <strong>Simmental</strong> <strong>Association</strong>’s 43rd Annual General Meeting (AGM) and National show was held in November<br />
2011 during FarmFair in Edmonton. The Alberta <strong>Simmental</strong> <strong>Association</strong> did a fantastic job of organizing and hosting breeders<br />
from across Canada along with creating a great marketing opportunity for those who brought cattle for the show and sale.<br />
Numerous comments were made about the enthusiasm and buzz in the barns that had not been felt at Northlands for some<br />
time.<br />
A tremendous set of cattle were on display at the National show and it was great to see the interest in our breed especially from<br />
the large number of spectators – many of whom were from other breeds or the commercial sector. While visiting at ringside<br />
there were regular comments on how much the cattle have improved and how little difference there was in quality throughout<br />
the various classes. <strong>Simmental</strong> has made tremendous strides in the quest for ideal cattle that are not only eye-appealing but<br />
also structurally sound and phenotypically superior. A highlight during the show was the announcement by the Alberta Livestock<br />
Meat Agency (ALMA) of $325,000.00 of funding to further enhance genomic meat quality research being led by CSA.<br />
The CSA members who attended the AGM received reports on finances and operations for the <strong>Association</strong> as well as <strong>Simmental</strong><br />
Country. The number of animals being registered and transferred to the CSA increased slightly over the previous year.<br />
A Genomics project update was provided and was very well received. The genomics research project triggered numerous<br />
questions and great discussion that was addressed by project manager Ms. Sandy Russell, Dr. Steve Miller and the rest of the<br />
project team.<br />
Also during the meeting, new directors Dee Young of Breton, Alberta and Kelly Ashworth from Oungre, Saskatchewan were<br />
elected to the Board along with incumbent Ron Nolan of Markdale, <strong>Ontario</strong>. Sincere thanks is extended to retiring directors<br />
President Rick McIntyre and Don Lundberg both from Saskatchewan – your contributions to the CSA and the <strong>Simmental</strong> breed<br />
are very much appreciated. As a result of Rick McIntyre terming out a new Executive was elected. Ron Nolan was elected as<br />
the CSA President, Fraser Redpath of Mather, Mb will serve as 1st Vice President, and Randy Mader Carstairs, Alberta is 2nd<br />
vice president. In addition to the changes within the executive, new committee chairs have also been appointed. Fraser has<br />
agreed to move from the Promotion Committee to chair the Breed Improvement Committee and Randy is now the new Promotion<br />
committee chair. John Sullivan remains as Finance committee chair and Lacey Fisher is again the CSA director responsible<br />
for the Young Canadian <strong>Simmental</strong> <strong>Association</strong>.<br />
One of the highlights of the activities at FarmFair was the induction of four new members into the CSA Hall of Fame. This year,<br />
Rodney James – Transcon Livestock, Okotoks, Alberta; Lazy S Ranch – Stewart and Doreen Ainsworth, Mayerthorpe, Alberta;<br />
Charles Groeneveld – Alberta <strong>Simmental</strong> <strong>Association</strong>/ Highwood Land & Cattle, High River, AB; and Lewis Farms – the<br />
Lewis Family of Spruce Grove, Alberta were honored for their contributions towards development of the <strong>Simmental</strong> breed in<br />
Canada.<br />
As we look forward to building off the success that Canadian <strong>Simmental</strong> experienced in 2011, the upcoming year looks to<br />
hold even more activity and excitement for the <strong>Simmental</strong> breed in Canada. Another tremendous set of bulls are being developed<br />
and will again be desired by the beef industry. As our genomics project continues to progress we will be providing<br />
regular updates as well as beginning to assess data and using that information in our breed improvement and promotions.<br />
This year the CSA AGM moves to the Maritimes and will be held in Truro Nova Scotia along with the Nova Scotia Provincial<br />
Exhibition. The National YCSA show will also be held in conjunction with the AGM and promises to be an exciting event so<br />
CSA members should start planning to attend. I look forward to seeing everyone at the many Canadian <strong>Simmental</strong> events<br />
throughout the year.<br />
by Bruce Holmquist<br />
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2011 Royal Agricultural Winter fair show results<br />
Champion Junior heifer Calf<br />
Banner sponsored by<br />
Bouchard Livestock International, Crossfield, AB<br />
IRCC Yours Truly 129Y<br />
Indian River Cattle Company<br />
reserve Champion Junior heifer Calf<br />
Sponsored by Hallridge <strong>Simmental</strong>s,<br />
Dr, Everett and Marylon Hall, Owen Sound, ON<br />
Justabout Dixie<br />
Barry/Ashley Hanes, Troy, <strong>Ontario</strong><br />
Champion senior heifer Calf<br />
Sponsored by Prospect Hills <strong>Simmental</strong>s,<br />
Andrew Schuller and Family, Granton, ON<br />
Destiny 680S Shimmer<br />
Destiny <strong>Simmental</strong>s<br />
reserve Champion senior heifer Calf<br />
Sponsored by Leahy Stock Farms,<br />
Bernard and Lise Leahy and Family. Lakefield, ON<br />
Red Tiger Force 214Y<br />
River Point Cattle Company<br />
Junior Champion female<br />
Sponsored by Waydamar <strong>Simmental</strong>s,<br />
Dave and Gayle Milliner, Dundalk, ON<br />
IRCC Xcella 2X<br />
Indian River Cattle Company<br />
reserve Junior Champion female<br />
Sponsored by Donovandale Farms,<br />
Gerald and Keitha Donovan, Ashton, ON<br />
RF Dominatrix 7X<br />
Craig Oattes<br />
senior Champion female<br />
Sponsored by Boss Cattle Company,<br />
John and Margo Cartright, Granton, ON<br />
IRCC U Go Girl 804U<br />
Indian River Cattle Company<br />
reserve senior Champion female<br />
Sponsored by Ferme Gagnon,<br />
Yves and Francis Gagnon, Cheneville, QC<br />
CAS Hugs N Kisses<br />
Indian River Cattle Company<br />
Grand Champion female<br />
Sponsored by Bar 5 Stock Farms,<br />
Ron and Carla Nolan, Markdale, ON<br />
IRCC Xcella 2X<br />
Indian River Cattle Company<br />
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reserve Grand Champion female<br />
Sponsored by Flo-Lar Farms in memory of Larry Behnke<br />
RF Dominatrix 7X<br />
Craig Oattes<br />
Bull Calf Champion<br />
Sponsored by Robson Acres,<br />
The Robson Family, Millbrook, ON<br />
Justabout King Label<br />
Ron and Linda Stewart<br />
reserve Bull Calf Champion<br />
Sponsored by Evergreen Odds,<br />
Norm and Barb Plume, Cardinal, ON<br />
Destiny Hustler<br />
Destiny <strong>Simmental</strong>s<br />
Junior Champion Bull<br />
Sponsored by Ferme Bischof<br />
in memory of Beat Bischof, Roxboro, QC<br />
Triara Cowboy’s Choice 590X<br />
Triara<br />
reserve Junior Champion Bull<br />
Sponsored by Destiny <strong>Simmental</strong>s,<br />
Todd and Karen Campbell, Meaford, ON<br />
IRCC Xpedition 41X<br />
Indian River Cattle Company<br />
Grand Champion Female<br />
Reserve Grand Champion Female
2011 Royal Agricultural Winter fair show results<br />
senior Champion Bull<br />
Sponsored by V5 <strong>Simmental</strong>s<br />
in Memory of Bennie Vance, Kanata, ON<br />
Xcel Ebony’s Influence<br />
Xcel Livestock<br />
reserve senior Champion Bull<br />
Sponsored by Canadian <strong>Simmental</strong>, Calgary, AB<br />
Grand Champion Bull<br />
Sponsored by Burns <strong>Simmental</strong>,<br />
Sterling and Mona Burns, Perth, ON<br />
Xcel Ebony’s Influence<br />
Xcel Livestock<br />
reserve Grand Champion Bull<br />
Sponsored by Indian River Cattle Company,<br />
Billy and Juanita Elmhirst, Indian River, ON<br />
Justabout King Label<br />
Linda and Ron Stewart<br />
proGeny of dam<br />
Sponsored by Alliance <strong>Simmental</strong>s Farms,<br />
Mike McCart, North Gower, ON<br />
Indian River Cattle Company<br />
Breeders herd<br />
Sponsored by Ottawa Valley <strong>Simmental</strong> Club<br />
Indian River Cattle Company<br />
Senior and Grand Champion Bull<br />
Reserve Grand Champion Bull<br />
Get of sire<br />
Sponsored by Poplar <strong>Simmental</strong>s,<br />
Kevin Howatt, Ashburn, ON<br />
Ron and Linda Stewart<br />
premier Breeder<br />
Sponsored by Royal Agricultural Winter Fair<br />
premier exhiBitor<br />
Sponsored by Royal Agricultural Winter Fair<br />
Indian River Cattle Company<br />
2011 BriGht liGhts futurity<br />
Champion Bull<br />
Sponsored by Enright Cattle Company,<br />
Kara and Darold Enright, Tweed, ON<br />
Destiny Hustler<br />
Destiny <strong>Simmental</strong>s<br />
reserve Champion Bull<br />
Sponsored by Wild Oak Farms, Hank,<br />
Tina and Brandon Hiddink, Bloomfield, ON<br />
Donovandale Tuxedo<br />
Donovandale Farms<br />
Champion heifer<br />
Sponsored by Gravendale <strong>Simmental</strong>s,<br />
Wellesley, ON<br />
IRCC Indian Kisses<br />
Indian River Cattle Company<br />
reserve Champion heifer<br />
Sponsored by Black River Farms,<br />
Dan and Janet Munro, Sutton, ON<br />
Destiny 680S<br />
Destiny <strong>Simmental</strong>s<br />
2011 younG Canadian simmental<br />
Sponsored by Arkacy <strong>Simmental</strong>s,<br />
Russell Code, Perth Road, ON<br />
Breeder's Herd<br />
Champion<br />
showperson:<br />
Jack Oattes<br />
reserve Champion<br />
howperson:<br />
Kaitlyn O’Neil<br />
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new life mills sponsored $100.00 Gift CertifiCates<br />
for the Champion Bull and Champion heifer
Hints on Successful Tattooing<br />
As proper identification of animals is the basis for the purebred industry, this is the most important factor a breeder should<br />
consider. Animals can be turned away from shows, sales, and for export purposes because of improper, indistinct, or just plain<br />
erroneous tattoos. Placing a tattoo on an animal should be a simple matter, but it seems it causes many breeders problems<br />
mainly because not enough care is taken at the time the tattoo is applied. Read these tips over, inspect your cattles tattoos when<br />
you have a moment, evaluate your present technique, and see if you can improve on your own tattooing method.<br />
Tools of the Trade tattoo pliers, small brush (a toothbrush works well) for rubbing paste into the tattoo letters, rag for cleaning<br />
ear, alcohol as solvent to wet rag with to remove wax, tube of paste ink. Dont store the tattoo letters in a pile at the bottom of<br />
a container point will become bent or dull. Clean, sharp, straight needles make for good tattoos.<br />
Applying tattoo select a spot between the ribs, well into ear and well away from the hairy edges of the ear. Press firmly and<br />
release, pressing the ear away from the pliers if necessary to avoid tearing the skin. Note if the punctures made are indistinct<br />
or ripped, leave it to heal for a week and try again. Avoid hitting a rib, as this causes excess bleeding and will result in one<br />
side of the puncture being too shallow and the other side too deep, making a poor tattoo.<br />
N.B. Extremely important to thoroughly clean the dirt and wax from the ear.<br />
Apply the paste ink to the ear. There are many types of inks, but paste is recommended. Colors vary, but green works best.<br />
Dont put the paste directly on the tattoo needles, work the paste into the punctures with the brush. If any blood appears, apply<br />
more paste and rub it in until it stops. If the tattoo is a good one, the excess ink may be removed immediately, but usually it is<br />
left on to help minimize bleeding.<br />
Dont place tattoos in the hairy edges. Remember when doing calves, place the tattoo well into the ear. As the calf grows, the<br />
hairy edge works into the ear.<br />
A good tattoo, well into the ear, away from the hairy outer edges and plainly visible is the desired result. Place the breeder<br />
letters in the top, running between the first and second ribs.<br />
The use of a flashlight speeds up the reading of tattoos, but well placed, distinct tattoos should require no aid to read them. Dont<br />
confuse 6's and 9's. Once you've placed the tattoos in the pliers, check on a piece of cardboard before placing in the ear.<br />
Gathering<br />
materials is<br />
the first step<br />
in getting<br />
ready to<br />
tattoo.<br />
1<br />
a clean ear is the first step to a successful<br />
tattoo. Clipping ears may also be necessary<br />
to avoid interference from hair.<br />
3<br />
sanitizing tattooing equipment is just<br />
one way to follow biosecurity protocol.<br />
5<br />
apply ink between the first and<br />
second ribs. the ink should thoroughly<br />
cover the skin.<br />
after several weeks, the tattoo should<br />
become legible as the dried ink flakes<br />
out of the calf’s or kid’s ear.<br />
Pictures taken from: «Tattooing 101: Reviewing the Basics of Identifying Calves», University of Arkansas.<br />
2<br />
4<br />
Keep a firm grip on the calf or kid to<br />
avoid any movement that could cause<br />
the tongs to slip.<br />
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heifers Calved marCh – april 2011<br />
1. Alliance Polled Mocha, Alliance <strong>Simmental</strong> Farms, North Gower, ON<br />
2. JL Sally Oak Y291, M & J Farms, Attica, IN. USA<br />
heifers Calved feBruary 2011<br />
1. FGAF Barbarella 845Y, Ferme Gagnon Farms, Cheneville, QB<br />
2. DLO Miss Claire Y3, Dave Onstot, Peach Creek Ranch, Granger, TX. USA<br />
3. BAR 5 Sasmtiena 419Y, BAR 5 <strong>Simmental</strong> Farms, Markdale, ON<br />
4. BAR 5 Danelli 417Y, BAR 5 <strong>Simmental</strong> Farms, Markdale, ON<br />
5. MVF SA Elatia 416Y, Maxey Valley Farms, Morning View, KY. USA<br />
heifers Calved, January 2011<br />
1. Alliance Sophie’s Choice, Alliance <strong>Simmental</strong> Farms, North Gower, ON<br />
2. FGAF Barbarella 803Y, Ferme Gagnon Farm, Cheneville, QB<br />
3. FGAF Coronita 817Y, Germe Gagnon Farm, Cheneville, QB<br />
4. MJ Penelope, M & J Farms, Attica, IN. USA<br />
5. BAR 5 PFF Zena 1206Y, BAR 5 <strong>Simmental</strong> Farms, Markdale, ON<br />
6. MJ Her Majesty 054Y, M & J Farms, Attica, IN. USA<br />
Champion Jr. heifer: Alliance Polled Mocha, Alliance <strong>Simmental</strong> Farms<br />
reserve: FGAF Barbaraella 845Y, Ferme Gagnon Farms<br />
heifers Calved novemBer – deCemBer 2010<br />
1. BAR 5 PSA Toshiba 305X, BAR 5 <strong>Simmental</strong> Farms, Markdale, ON<br />
2. TNT’s Princess, TNT <strong>Simmental</strong> Farm, Cleveland, GA. USA<br />
3. BAR 5 SA Erma 802X, BAR 5 <strong>Simmental</strong> Farms, Markdale, ON<br />
heifers Calved septemBer – oCtoBer 2010<br />
1. ICC Tonyo, Indian Creek Cattle Co., Huntsville, AL. USA<br />
2. Freedom’s SA Bella, Freedom Run Farm, Manchester, MI. USA<br />
3. ICC Lady Bessie, Indian Creek Cattle Co., Huntsville, AL. USA<br />
4. VPFS Lily 11X, Vantage Point Farm, Boonsboro, MD. USA<br />
heifers Calved septemBer 2010<br />
1. CJ Miss Gabi X025, CJ <strong>Simmental</strong> Ranch, Anna, IL. USA<br />
2. JE J25X, Dave Onstot, Peach Creek Ranch, Granger, TX. USA<br />
heifers Calved July – auGust 2010<br />
1. SSCH Kenda, Southern <strong>Simmental</strong>s/Cedar Hill Farm, Jonesboro, IL. USA<br />
2. Miss CJ X024, CJ <strong>Simmental</strong> Ranch, Anna, IL. USA<br />
heifers Calved april – June 2010<br />
1. MVF P SA Exazalea 20UX, Maxey Valley Farms, Morning View, KY. USA<br />
2. Freedom’s Bell, Freedom Run Farm, Manchester, MI. USA<br />
3. GEO/TNT Shirley Temple, TNT <strong>Simmental</strong> Farm, Cleveland, GA. USA<br />
4. VPFS April 10X, Vantage Point Farm, Boonsboro, MD. USA<br />
Champion intermediate heifer: MVF P SA Exazalea 20UX,<br />
Maxey Valley Farms<br />
reserve: BAR 5 PSA Toshiba 305X, BAR 5 <strong>Simmental</strong> Farms<br />
heifers Calved January – marCh 2010<br />
suBClass a<br />
1. MJ Jackalyn, M & J Farms, Attica, IN. USA<br />
2. MVF P SA Exzanna 449X, Maxey Valley Farm, Morning View, KY. USA<br />
3. Freedom’s PSA Darla, Freedom Run Farm, Manchester, MI. USA<br />
suBClass B<br />
1. FGAF Zaila 708X, Ferme Gagnon Farm, Cheneville, QB CAN<br />
2. JL Babe, Steaks Alive/ Jim Ligon, Joplin, MO. USA<br />
3. Alliance Zignetta, Alliance <strong>Simmental</strong> Farm, North Gower, ON CAN<br />
heifers Calved septemBer – deCemBer 2009<br />
1. Gibbons Rylee, Freedom Run Farm, Manchester, MI. USA<br />
2. MJ GAB, M & J Farms, Attica, IN. USA<br />
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FSFF SHOW RESULTS<br />
Champion senior heifer: MJ Jackalyn, M & J Farms<br />
reserve: FGAF Zaila 708X, Ferme Gagnon Farm<br />
Grand Champion heifer: Alliance Polled Mocha,<br />
Alliance <strong>Simmental</strong> Farms<br />
reserve Grand Champion heifer: MVF P SA Exazalea,<br />
Maxey Valley Farms<br />
Grand Champion Heifer<br />
Reserve Grand Champion Hiefer<br />
Bulls Calved marCh – april 2010<br />
1. TNT’s Atlas, TNT <strong>Simmental</strong> Farm, Cleveland, GA. USA<br />
2. Double L’s Baby Bubba, Double L Farms, Wellinton, KY. USA<br />
Bulls Calved January – feBruary 2010<br />
suBClass a<br />
1. Alliance Polled Warrior, Alliance <strong>Simmental</strong> Farm, North Gower, ON<br />
2. Alliance Polled Russel, Alliance <strong>Simmental</strong> Farm, North Gower, ON<br />
3. CJ Sargent Major Y102, CJ <strong>Simmental</strong> Ranch, Anna, IL. USA<br />
suBClass B<br />
1. BAR 5 SA Iseah 409Y, BAR 5 <strong>Simmental</strong> Farms, Markdale, ON<br />
2. FGAF Windsurfer 820Y, Ferme Gagnon Farm, Cheneville, ON<br />
3. MJ Block, M & J Farms, Attica, IN. USA<br />
Champion Jr. Bull: Alliance Polled Warrior, Alliance <strong>Simmental</strong> Farm<br />
reserve: Alliance Polled Russel, Alliance <strong>Simmental</strong> Farm<br />
Bulls Calved oCtoBer – deCemBer 2010<br />
1. BAR 5 PSA Essence 803X, BAR5 <strong>Simmental</strong> Farms, Markdale, ON<br />
2. BAR 5 SA Mario 801X, BAR 5 <strong>Simmental</strong> Farms, Markdale, ON<br />
3. VPFS Patton 13X, Vantage Point Farm, Boonsboro, MD. USA<br />
4. VPFS Beauregard, Vantage Point Farm, Boonsboro, MD. USA<br />
Bulls Calved april – June 2010<br />
1. SSCG Smohalla X501, Southern <strong>Simmental</strong>s/Cedar Hill Farm,<br />
Jonesboro, IL. USA
FSFF SHOW RESULTS<br />
Bulls Calved January – marCh 2010<br />
1. FGAF Jagerbomb 706X, Ferme Gagnon Farm, Cheneville, QB<br />
2. Double L’s Bandit, Double L Farms, Wellington, KY. USA<br />
3. Freedoms Expert X310, Freedom Run Farm, Manchester, MI. USA<br />
4. MVF P SA El Toronto 812X, Maxey Valley Farms, Morning View, KY. USA<br />
Champion intermediate Bull: BAR 5 PSA Essence 803X,<br />
BAR 5 <strong>Simmental</strong> Farms<br />
reserve: BAR 5 SA Mario 801X, BAR 5 <strong>Simmental</strong> Farms<br />
Bulls Calved January – deCemBer 2009<br />
1. Dora Lee’s Enclave FF45W, M & J Farms, Attica, IN. USA<br />
2. MJ Polled Power, M & J Farms, Attica, IN.. USA<br />
Bulls Calved January – deCemBer 2008<br />
1. WLSF Hayger SA, TNT <strong>Simmental</strong> Farm, Cleveland, GA. USA<br />
Champion senior Bull: WLSF Hayger, SA, TNT <strong>Simmental</strong> Farm<br />
reserve: Dora Lee’s Enclave FF45 W, M & J Farms<br />
Grand Champion Bull: BAR 5 PSA Essence 803X,<br />
BAR 5 <strong>Simmental</strong> Farms<br />
reserve Grand Champion Bull: BAR 5 SA Mario 801X,<br />
BAR 5 <strong>Simmental</strong> Farm<br />
Reserve Grand Champion Bull Grand Champion Bull<br />
Cow/Calf pairs<br />
1. CEN Miss Perfect 512 P and FGAF Coronita 817Y,<br />
Ferme Gagnon Farm, Cheneville, QB CAN<br />
2. Freedoms SA Liberty Bell and Freedoms Independence,<br />
Freedom Run Farm, Manchester, MI. USA<br />
Grand Champion Cow/Calf pair: CEN Miss Perfect 512 P and<br />
FGAF Coronita 817Y, Ferme Gagnon Farm<br />
reserve Grand Champion Cow/Calf pair: Freedoms SA Liberty Bell<br />
and Freedoms Independence, Freedom Run Farm<br />
2011 fsff pinnaCle supreme Champion:<br />
Cen Miss Perfect 512P and FGAF Coronita 817Y<br />
Get of sire: Alliance <strong>Simmental</strong> Farm, JNR Gravity<br />
produce of dam: Ferme Gagnon<br />
Breeder’s herd: Ferme Gagnon<br />
Grand Champion Cow-Calf Pair<br />
Reserve Grand Champion Cow-Calf Pair<br />
Premier Breeder and Exhibitor<br />
premier Breeder: Ron and Carla Nolan, BAR 5 <strong>Simmental</strong> Farm<br />
premier exhibitor: BAR 5 <strong>Simmental</strong> Farm<br />
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Royal Winter Fair Judge 2012 nominations<br />
Billy & Juanita Elmhirst nOminAte ScOtt SchAAke, kS. He is a simmental breeder. Seconded by Dan Munro<br />
Patrick Leahy, with Laura Robson seconding it. We are nominating cliff Orley Of lebAnOn, PA.<br />
Mr. Orley is a graduate of Ohio State Univ., a staff member at Univ. of Kentucky, and has done graduate work at Penn State. He is<br />
a Purebred Herd manager for herds in Utah, Colorado, and Kentucky. He owns and operates Keystone Cattle Services (Custom Fitting<br />
Show/ Sale Cattle), and also owns a herd of purebred <strong>Simmental</strong> and Charolais cattle. Mr. Orley has judged at the local, state, regional,<br />
national, and international levels including: Toronto, Louisville, Springfield, MA, Timonium, MD, Columbus,OH, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas<br />
City, Denver, Houston, Ft. Worth , Missouri and numerous others. He has also fitted and bred several National Champions in both the<br />
U.S. and Canada. He would be priviledged to judge your show at The Royal.<br />
The Schaake's have been breeding <strong>Simmental</strong> cattle since 1974, after an introduction to the breed when Scott showed the Grand<br />
Champion Steer (<strong>Simmental</strong> x Hereford) at the county fair. Artificially Breeding our black cows to <strong>Simmental</strong> bulls gave us our start in<br />
black-factored <strong>Simmental</strong> genetics in 1975. In fact, many of our leading cow families trace back to "Chipper N726", who defined the<br />
word "longevity". She remained a productive donor cow to the age of 20 years.<br />
Currently our program utilizes artificial insemination and embryo transfer. Selection pressure for calving ease, maternal influence, moderate<br />
growth, disposition and a manageable mature size has been stressed for several generations. Attention to structural correctness, fleshing<br />
ability and marketing appeal has been a priority since day one. Dr. Scott Schaake was raised on a cow-calf ranch/row crop operation<br />
near Lawrence Kansas. He graduated from Kansas State University in 1984 with a B.S. in Animal Sciences and Industry. He earned his<br />
M.S. at Clemson University and Ph.D. at the University of Kentucky, specializing in the area of Meat Science.<br />
Currently he serves as the coach of the Livestock Judging Team. His teams have won five National Championships during his tenure as a<br />
coach at Kansas State University. Besides coaching, he is involved with teaching Introductory Animal Science Lab, Livestock and Meat<br />
Evaluation, Form and Function of Livestock and Principles of Livestock Selection. In addition to his teaching responsibilities he advises<br />
30-40 undergraduate students each year. Dr. Schaake has an 80% Teaching appointment and 20% Extension appointment. Dr. Schaake<br />
has judged livestock shows in 32 states, Canada, South America and Mexico. His personal interest includes all types of sports, hunting,<br />
fishing and attending his sons' sporting events. His family includes wife, Kandi, and sons Shane and Shilo.<br />
CSA & OSA <strong>Simmental</strong> Promotion Card<br />
Included with your copy of the <strong>Advocate</strong> is a copy of the CSA SIMMENTAL PROMOTION CARD as well as<br />
a copy of a card that OSA has developed as an education card aimed at children.<br />
We have developed both of these cards with the general public in mind. Most urban people do not know what a<br />
<strong>Simmental</strong> is, so the cards are a good way to introduce our Breed to the public. These cards are available from<br />
CSA and OSA respectively. Both are priced at $20.00 per hundred cards.<br />
UltrA-SOUnD rebAte PrOGrAm<br />
Contact BIO right now. 519.767.2665<br />
OSA is once again sponsoring a rebate to Members who perform ultra-sound scans on their 2011 heifers.<br />
The rebate is $10 per head for heifers that are in a valid CSA Contemporary Group.<br />
(maximum rebate $150.00 per member)<br />
CSA also sponsors a rebate program for<br />
$10 per head for Bulls and heifers,<br />
that are scanned in a valid Contemporary Group.<br />
<strong>Advocate</strong> | Spring 2012
IRCC Christmas Internet Sale<br />
December 6 th - 2011<br />
Indian River, ON<br />
11 open pureBred red/BlaCK heifers averaGed $4137<br />
hiGh sellers<br />
Lot 1 "IRCC BR Indian Kisses 101Y"<br />
by Trademark sold to Ian McRae, Glencoe, On<br />
for $9 000<br />
Lot 7 "IRCC Yours Truly 129Y"<br />
by Kappes Real Deal sold to Scott Dykstra, Jarvis, ON<br />
for $6 400<br />
Lot 12 "IRCC Yoyo 137Y"<br />
by IRCC Sandman sold to Ryan Moore, Mt. Pleasant, ON<br />
for $5 000<br />
Lot 5 "IRCC Yeehaw 103Y<br />
by Dream On sold to Maplerose Farms, Flesherton, ON<br />
for $4 200<br />
Lot 13 "3 Embryos<br />
Hugs N Kisses x Wheatland Bull 680S"<br />
sold to Barlee <strong>Simmental</strong>s, Shawville, PQ<br />
for $3 000<br />
September 3 rd , 2011<br />
Auctioneer: Steve Dorran, Alberta<br />
Sales Consultants:<br />
Bouchard Livestock, Alberta<br />
Schwake Cattle Service, Texas<br />
top sellers:<br />
Crimson Miss Teagan FF<br />
S: Bar 5 SA Banker 833R<br />
DS: Smithbilt Molson 21M<br />
$5 500 Little Creek Farm, Starkville MS<br />
Anchor D Serenity 85S<br />
S: Anchor "T" Legend 7H<br />
DS: Double Bar D Buster 801L<br />
$5 000 Anchor D Ranch, Rimbey AB<br />
Crimson Miss Portia FF<br />
S: Virginia's Porsche 64P<br />
DS: SH Romulus 53R<br />
$4 000 Bar 5 Farms, Markdale ON<br />
sale RESULTS<br />
Crimson Tide Fleckvieh Fever '11<br />
Crimson Miss Primrose FF<br />
S: KFFC Elvis Holb<br />
DS: Smithbilt Molson 21M<br />
$3 500 Jaime Buenahora,Colombia SA<br />
Crimson Miss Suzie FF<br />
S: Bar 5 Vuurslag 420K<br />
DS: Smithbilt Molson 21M<br />
$3 500 Jaime Buenahora, Colombia SA<br />
Crimson Miss Talia FF<br />
S: Bar 5 SA Banker 833R<br />
DS: FGAF Memento 101P<br />
$3 500 Jaime Buenahora, Colombia SA<br />
top flush:<br />
Lazy H Johanna 6J<br />
S: Martin II<br />
DS: Great Guns Rueben 26C<br />
$4 000 Prospect Hill <strong>Simmental</strong>s,<br />
Granton ON<br />
Harvest Sale 2011<br />
October 15 th 2011<br />
Listowel, ON<br />
hiGh sellinG Bred yearlinG:<br />
Lot #26 Weldehaven Hennessy FF 4X<br />
consigned by Weldehaven Farms (Andrew Welden),<br />
purchased by Paul Maxwell for $3 050<br />
hiGh sellinG Bull Calf:<br />
Lot #21 Rockridge Yukon Jack FF,<br />
consigned by Rockridge <strong>Simmental</strong>s (Terry Lewis),<br />
purchased by Sterling Burns for $3 500<br />
hiGh sellinG heifer Calf:<br />
Lot #1 Greyledge Red Dawn,<br />
consigned by Greyledge <strong>Simmental</strong> (David & Marilyn Grey),<br />
purchased by Lorne & Linda Orser for $2 150<br />
hiGh sellinG Cow:<br />
Lot #45 Tryon Electra FF 10P<br />
consigned by Muellers Nossa Terra (Christoph & Berta<br />
Mueller), purchased by Terry Lewis for $4 100<br />
sale averaGe: $2 353<br />
Cattle sold to:<br />
iowa<br />
mississippi<br />
texas<br />
alBerta<br />
ontario<br />
ColomBia, south ameriCa<br />
volume Buyers:<br />
Robert Gregson<br />
Staffordville ON (8 Lots)<br />
Garry Cornfield<br />
Meaford ON (7 Lots)<br />
Markan Farms<br />
Kanata ON (5 Lots)<br />
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Future's One Edition 5 Sale<br />
October 1 st - 2011<br />
Meaford, ON<br />
desCription open heifers Cow/Calf pairs Bred<br />
heifers preG. emBryo reCip.<br />
sale averaGe<br />
Description #of Head Gross Average<br />
Open Heifers 17 $36 400 $2,141.18<br />
Cow/Calf Pairs 5 $21 150 $4,230.00<br />
Bred Heifers 25 $88 050 $3,522.00<br />
Preg. Embryo Recip. 3 $5 900 $1,966.67<br />
sale average 50 $151 500 $3,030.00<br />
Destiny Joker Blushmore $5 000 Ashworth Farm and Ranch<br />
Destiny Permanent Lady $5 000 Prospect Hill <strong>Simmental</strong>s<br />
PHS Polled Xanthe $4 200 Nossa Terra<br />
Farl Ms Red Lady 30Y $4 100 Roenda Stock Farms<br />
RU Hussey’s Hush 1Y $4 000 Moonshine <strong>Simmental</strong>s<br />
RTC/JETS Second Edition $4 000 McMillen Ranching<br />
Marywood Classic 2011<br />
Dec. 10 th - 2011<br />
Listowel, ON<br />
Marywood has had its best bull test, and then followed up<br />
with its best bull sale. On behalf of all of the consignors in<br />
the Marywood Classic 2011, A sincere thank you to all that<br />
came to the sale as well as those who supported and viewed<br />
on the internet.<br />
A special thanks to Richard Voin for purchasing Lot 1 black<br />
bull for $5 100.<br />
The McKinlay's and McCoubrey's purchasing the high selling<br />
bull "Marywood Lex Luthor 76X" for $8100.<br />
Bill Sutherland got a dynamite bull, George McCall buys<br />
another great bull, Allan Aitchison buys a great black bull.<br />
Mike Buis makes another smart choice and get 3 great<br />
bulls. Marywood Kryptonite is headed all the way to Brad<br />
Gieferedht from Cecil Lake BC, and Bob Gregson got a great<br />
set of females.<br />
sale averaGes 21 herd Bulls - averaGed $3 788 - 8 open<br />
heifers, averaGed $1 068 - 48 Bred females, averaGed $1 842<br />
30 CommerCial Cows, averaGed $1 415<br />
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sale RESULTS<br />
Bar 5 Extravaganza VII<br />
October 2 nd 2011<br />
Markdale, ON<br />
Bar 5 hiGh sellers<br />
Bar 5 PSA Globe 401Y $18 000<br />
Bar 5 PSA Toshiba 305X $13 500<br />
Bar 5 SA Erma $6 000<br />
Bar 5 SA Jules 409X $6 000<br />
Bar 5 SAFF Mysterious 208X $6 000<br />
V5 <strong>Simmental</strong> Sale<br />
October 15 th 2011<br />
Ashton, ON<br />
hiGh sellinG female<br />
Lot #10 HAC-MF Miss Best 6X<br />
Ownned by Anne & Harold Cheslock,<br />
sold to Paul Maxwell for $3 000.<br />
hiGh sellinG heifer Calf<br />
Lot #2 Sunny Bright Yarrow<br />
Owned by Brian Preston<br />
sold to Nancy & Neilson Neuman for $1 350<br />
hiGh sellinG Cow<br />
Lot #11 HAC-MF Winter's Angel 5W<br />
Owned by Anne & Harold Cheslock<br />
sold to Sterling & Mona Burns for $2 250<br />
volume Buyer was<br />
Sue and Gerard McCarthy, Westport, Ont.
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<strong>Ontario</strong> Autumn Classic - Car-Laur <strong>Simmental</strong>s<br />
September 11 th - 2011<br />
Hanover, ON<br />
39 Bred Fullblood Heifers avg. $2 720<br />
23 Bred Red & Black Heifers avg. $2 039<br />
14 Cow/calf pairs avg. $2 764<br />
5 Open Heifer calves avg. $1 620<br />
6 Fullblood Bull calves avg. $2 683<br />
88 lots grossed $219 120 avg. $2 490<br />
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sale RESULTS<br />
hiGh sellinG lots.<br />
Lot #2 $11 000 Car-Laur Xquisite 571X to Rehorst Farms, ON.<br />
Lot #1 $7 500 Car-Laur Xcellent 575X to Rehorst Farms, ON.<br />
Lot #18 $4 700 Gibbons Sadie 27W to Anchor D Ranch, AB.<br />
Lot #5 $3 500 Car-Laur Xceptional 552X to Mike Bauer, ON<br />
Lot #56 $3 000 RPCC Red X Factor 235X to Parview Stock Farms, AB.<br />
Lot #13 $3 500 Car-Laur Yardley 610Y to Russell Kast, SK.<br />
Lot # 27 $2 700 Rockridge Xandrea to Delta Rho, ON.
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