2011 Florida 4-H Dairy Judging Team

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1 F L O R I D A 4 - H D A I R Y YO U T H P R O G R A M U P D A T E S P E C I A L T H A N K S T O : Southeast Milk, Inc. Dairy Check -Off, without Dairy Check-Off the Florida Dairy Youth Program would not be possible. To the dairymen who donate their time and animals to allow the dairy judging youth to practice at their farms. The Scoop V O L U M E I V I S S U E I I 2011 Florida 4-H Dairy Judging Team A U G U S T On May 21 at Cameron Dakin Dairy in Myakka City the State 4-H Dairy Judging team tryouts were held. Congratulations to the following individuals for making the state judging team: Glenn Snowberger, Trent Johnson, Pam Mayo, Shiloh Annuez, Cassidy Delong, Jessica Humphries, Zachary Quattlebaum, Maraha Hange, Nathan Cox, Garion Pforr, & Avie Burgoyne. The above group will be working with Chris Holcomb, Gene Holcomb & Debbie Clements throughout the summer to prepare for contests this fall at the regional and national judging competitions at the All-American Dairy Show, World Dairy Expo, North American International Livestock Expo & Alabama National Fair. Dairy Judging Tips The parents and countless volunteers who graciously donate their time to help the youth in this program. For information about the Dairy Youth Program please contact: Chris Holcomb University of Florida Department of Animal Science 1702 Hwy 17 S. Bartow, FL Office Fax christophersholc@ufl.edu 1) Know the parts of the cow 2) Study terminology to use in your reasons 3) Don t be afraid to ask questions 4) In your notes use comparative terms to describe pairs - not the individual cow 5) Try to give reasons from remembering the cows not your notes 6) PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT! The University of Florida. The Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (IFAS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer authorized to provide research, educational information and other services only to Individuals and Institutions that function without regard to race, creed, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, political opinions or affiliations. U.S. DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, COOPERATIVE EXTENSION SERVICE, UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA, IFAS, FLORIDA A&M

2 P A G E National Guernsey Convention Collinsville, IL The 2012 National Guernsey Convention was held in Collinsville, IL from June Attending from Florida were the Senior Quiz Bowl Team consisting of Nathan Cox, Holly Whetsell and Chandler Ash and the Junior Quiz Bowl Team members: Destiny Fennell, Garion Pffor, Michael Fioretto, Garrett Greaves. Also attending the convention were Chris Holcomb, Melissa Fennell, the Greaves family and the Holcomb family. It was a long drive to Il, but well-worth it! The Senior Quiz Bowl team placed 5th team overall and the Junior Quiz Bowl team was 6th place overall. Florida also had 2 youth competing in the junior division of the folding display contest. Congratulations to Destiny Fennell who placed 2nd overall and Garrett Greaves which place 3rd overall with their amazing folding displays! The week was also filled with many memorable events. The group toured the St. Louis area and visited the Arch which was hosting it s Marine Week. The group also toured Grant Farm, home of the Budweiser Clydesdales and national preserve, which was home to many endangered species of wildlife. The group also toured Guernsey farms and the farm museum. The next day the group had dun at the nearby water park, and ended the festivities with the National Guernsey Youth Banquet and Fun Auction. Before leaving town, the youth saw some the top Guernseys sale at the National Guernsey Convention Sale. Congratulations again to all the youth that competed and get ready...next year s convention is Oregon bound! 2011 National Holstein Convention During the same time as Guernsey Convention, the 2011 National Holstein Convention was held in Richmond, VA. Florida competed in the National Holstein Quiz Bowl Competition and the Holstein Jr. Team members were Ross Laskey, Alex Pluskot, Billy Bob Wehde, Holstein Int. Jeopardy contestant Raychel Rabon, & Holstein Sr. Jeopardy contestant Austin Pluskot. The youth were accompanied by Dianne Spann, Kim Pluskot and Robin Laskey. Thank you to these adult volunteers for working with team and chaperoning the group! Also a special congratulations to the Florida Jr. Holstein Association for their 1st place State Banner at the National Holstein Convention in Richmond, VA! WHAT A GREAT JOB! This group of youth and adults then picked up Fallon Curren & William Curren and were off to.. T H E S C O O P

3 V O L U M E I V I S S U E I I 2011 Ayrshire Convention.The 2011 Ayrshire Convention which was held June 25-July 2 in Hagerstown, MD. The Florida Quiz Bowl Teams that competed at the National Ayrshire Convention did an outstanding job. The Junior Team took 1st place. Team members were Alex Pluskot, Ross Laskey and Billy Bob Wehde. The Senior Team was 2nd place and team members were Fallon Curren, William Curren, Austin Pluskot & Raychel Rabon! Special thanks to Dianne Spann, Kim Pluskot & Robin Laskey for working with and accompanying to convention! The teams had a great time touring historic Washington, DC and also catching some MLB action! Congrats again to these youth! P A G E 3 News from your Florida Youth Dairy Ambassador Pamela Mayo The past couple of months have been filled with exciting events throughout Florida in relation to the Florida Dairy Industry. These events ranged from state fairs to visiting smaller groups and organizations to educate them on the Florida Dairy Industry and attending the Florida Dairy Production Conference held in Gainesville, Florida. While at the Florida State Fair I participated in judging competitions and showing dairy cattle; which became the perfect opportunity to reach out and answer questions the average consumer and public had pertaining to the dairy industry. After the fairs slowly came to an end I visited a local Girl Scout troop that was curious on where exactly their milk came from and the nutritional value it contained that would help them later in life. Alongside the fairs and visits I attended the Florida Dairy Production Conference that was held at the end of March. At the conference I met many new and helpful faces that will be continued resources to expand my knowledge on the industry. Many of which already make great contributions to the dairy community. In attending the conference I gained a wider variety of information that has further developed my perspective on the Florida Dairy Industry. As the youth dairy ambassador I look forward to more events such as these in the upcoming weeks, alongside presentations pertaining to the industry to the consumer and public.

4 Spring Shows FLORIDA STATE FAIR YOUTH DAIRY SHOW The Youth Dairy Show at the Florida State Fair was held Feb. 14, 2011 in Tampa, FL and was judged by James Umphrey. Congratulations to all the youth exhibitors! Ayrshire: Brown Swiss: Guernsey: Holstein: Jersey: Grand Champion Lemola Runaway Dreamer Megan Carey Reserve Grand Champion Armwood Abigail Armwood FFA Grand Champion Idlywild Sgw Dyn Bonkers Courtney Ogle Reserve Grand Champion CIE Southern Acres Bailey Grand Champion Lily Armwood FFA Reserve Grand Champion Walnut Ridge Darth Lisa - William Curren Grand Champion Kingsmill Roy Dew Brandon Carey Reserve Grand Champion Welsh Edge Boss Aileen Megan Carey Grand Champion Lucy Lu - Brooke Freeman Reserve Grand Champion Signal Blue Raychel Rabon Milk Shorthorn: Grand Champion Halpins Margetta- William Curren Reserve Grand Champion Rocking W s Valors Gem Jacob McGehee State 4-H Dairy Show The State 4-H Dairy Show was held Feb. 12 & 13, 2011 at the Osceola County Fair in Kissimmee, FL. The show was judged by Carrie Sears. Congratulations to the following: Showmanship Winners; Age 17 - Kelsey Burnham, Age 16 Zachary Quattlebaum, Age 15 Cassidy Delong, Age 14 Ashley Bingham Sr. Division Winner: Zachary Quattlebaum Age 13 Alex Pluskot, Age 12 Chole Ahern, Age 11 - Ross Laskey Int. Division Winner: Alex Pluskot Age 10 Chas Waller, Age 9 Ryan Albers, Age 8 - Blane Rodgers Jr. Division Winner: Chas Waller Ayrshire: Brown Swiss: Guernsey: Holstein: Jersey: Grand Champion Ruby - Dustin Enochs Reserve Grand Champion JMB Dreamer Kelly - Shiloh Annuez Grand Champion Sweet T Legacy Dollar - Teale Humphries Reserve Grand Champion Round Hill Vision Dollars - Teale Humphries Grand Champion Java - Johne McGehee Reserve Grand Champion Walnut Ridge Darth Lisa - William Curren Grand Champion Welsh Edge Boss Aileen - Megan Carey Reserve Grand Champion WHC Ruben Coca Cola - Willam Curren Grand Champion Kelbel Vindication Mallorree - Leeanna Shelton Reserve Grand Champion SC Goldust Comerica Mary J - Lori Harrison

5 2011 Southeast Youth Dairy Retreat Asheboro, NC The 2011 Southeast Youth Dairy Retreat was held July in Asheboro, NC and many youth from Florida attended the event. The week was full of workshops, farm tours and recreational activities. The first day consisted of hands-on educational workshops followed by a fun tri[ to the Emerald Pointe Water Park. The next day was a full day of farm tours with visits to Maple View Farm and Maple View Milk, Gerringer Dairy and Calico Farmstead Cheese, Buttke Dairy Enterprises, Bowman Dairy and Homeland Creamery where youth got to see a variety of dairy operations from large dairy farm operation to farms that produce there own milk, butter, cheeses and ice cream. The last full day consisted of a trip to the North Carolina Zoo, more workshops and a visit to Coletrane Dairy. It was a fun-filled week for all the youth and adult volunteers that attended! Next year, the 2012 Southeast Youth Dairy Retreat will be held RIGHT HERE in Gainesville, FL. The planning has already begun for next years convention and much help will be needed for the state youth dairy program to host this retreat. If you are an adult volunteer that would like to help plan next year s retreat, make sure to attend the 2012 SE Youth Dairy Retreat Planning Session on Aug. 19 at 4 pm in conjunction with the Florida Dairy Volunteer Parent & Leader Training at the Hillsborough County Extension Office Conference Center in Seffner, FL! Florida Dairy Volunteer Parent & Leader Training Aug Hillsborough County Extension Conference Center Seffner, FL Any adult volunteer, parent, leader & FFA advisor is welcome to attend the 2011 Florida Dairy Volunteer Parent & Leader Training held Aug , Cost for the training is $12 (includes meals. materials, and hotel room if needed). Please Chris Holcomb at christophersholc@ufl.edu for more information and registration form. Many workshops are planned, plus planning sessions for the 2012 SE Youth Dairy Retreat which will be held in Gainesville, Fl & the 2012 Florida Jr. All-Breeds Conference. MARK YOUR CALENDARS!!! 2nd Annual Bartow Fall Classic Jackpot Show & Workshops The 2nd annual Bartow Fall Classic Workshop & Dairy Show will be held Nov , 2011 at the Polk County Extension Office. Rules & Entry Forms are available at the Florida 4-H Dairy Website: district4.extension.ifas.ufl.edu/4-hdairy/index.html JOIN US ON SUN. 11/13 at 11 a.m. for the 1st ever Florida Youth Dairy Calf Auction!!! Calves & Heifers (<1 year) from each of the 5 dairy breeds will be available for ONLY the youth to purchase. Youth that purchase an animal will be able to show their new addition on Sunday during showmanship & the show. Bartow Fall Classic Schedule: Sat. 11/12 Check in, Reproduction workshop, Judging Workshop, Fitting & Grooming Help Session Sun 11/13 Fitting & Grooming Help Session, CALF AUCTION, Showmanship Competition & Classes, Departure

6 On the radar.fall Fairs & Shows The upcoming fall will be filled with many fairs and shows throughout the US.below is more information to assist you in attending one of these exciting events! All-American Dairy Show will be held in Harrisburg, PA from September Entries are due August 19th. Website for entries and premium book: page/2011show.aspx Florida State Fair Educational Seminar is scheduled for September 24, For more news about the 2012 Florida State Fair stay updated at: World Dairy Expo Around the World of Dairy in 5 days in Madison, WI from October 4-8. Entries due September 1, Website for expo information and entries: Georgia National Fair Open & Youth Dairy Shows will be held October in Perry, GA. Entries are online at: and are due Sept 1. Sunbelt Ag Expo North America s Premier Farm Show is in Moultrie, GA from October More information at A world of information. Florida Dairy Extension Program Visit Get updates on the Dairy Update, proceeding from the 2011 Dairy Production Conference & 2011 Ruminant Nutrition Symposium Hoard s Dairyman The National Dairy Farm Magazine Holstein Association USA American Guernsey Association State 4-H Dairy Quiz Bowl Contest COME ONE.COME ALL! AUGUST 15, 10 AM Dairy Science Building Room 201 Gainesville, FL For more information or to preregister contact Chris Holcomb christophersholc@ufl.edu

7 Florida Dairy Quiz Bowl Trivia DO YOU KNOW??? 1) What is the legal somatic cell count allowed in the US? 2) Where are each breed association offices located? 3) What is the milk let-down hormone? 4) What side of the cow would a veterinarian surgically cut for a c-section? 5) What is the temperature of Liquid Nitrogen (in F degrees)? Answers will be given in the next issue of The Scoop! ANSWERS FROM LAST NEWSLETTERS QUESTIONS?? 1) What do the terms pre-partum and post-partum mean? Pre-Partum: Before calving, Post-partum; After calving 2) What does DCAD stand for when discussing dairy nutrition? Dietary Cation Anion Difference 3) What are the main 4 minerals that are used to figure DCAD? Chlorine, Sulfur, Potassium, Sodium 4) What is the name of the famous Guernsey Dairy that is (dispersing) selling their cows in March? Four Winds 5) What is the one time fee to become a junior member of the National Guernsey and Holstein Associations, respectively? Guernsey: $10, Holstein: $15 Check out the new Florida 4-H Dairy Website on the IFAS District Extension webpage! It has a calendar of upcoming events, links to youth contests & scholarships, upcoming fair information and schedules, & so much more! Stay up to date & check out the new site at: Upcoming Dairy Youth Events... Regional Judging Practice for State 4-H Dairy Judging Team Gainesville/North FL August 9-12 State 4-H Dairy Quiz Bowl Competition Gainesville, FL August AM Volunteer Leader Training for Adult Dairy Leaders Seffner, FL August All-American Dairy Show Harrisburg, PA September State Fair Educational Seminar Tampa, FL September 24 World Dairy Expo Madison, WI October 4-8 National 4-H Dairy Conference Madison, WI October 2-5 GA National Fair Perry, GA October Sunbelt Ag Expo Moultrie, GA October NAILE Louisville, KY November 5-9 2nd Annual Bartow Fall Classic Workshop & Show Bartow, FL November Bartow Fall Classic Calf Auction Bartow, FL November 13 For more information on any of these upcoming events, please contact christophersholc@ufl.edu VISIT US ON FACEBOOK!! Yes that is right...florida 4-H Dairy has a facebook page dedicated to keeping the youth and volunteers updated on current events in the Florida 4-H Youth Program. It can also be used as a forum for youth and volunteers to share ideas and helpful information! The webpage can be found under FLORIDA 4-H DAIRY!!