Miniature Hereford. Spring 2017 Issue 28. See Ad Page 17

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1 Miniature Hereford News Spring 2017 Issue 28 See Ad Page 17

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3 In This Issue Spring 2017 Replacement Strategies Decrease Real Cow Depreciation Should Young Calves be Vaccinated? BQA Certification is Now FREE! The Truth About Calving Season In Every Issue... 1 President s Perspective 3 Board of Directors 3 Regional Directors 3 Membership Application 12 Miniature Hereford Youth Foundation 14 Upcoming Events 16 Show Results 31 Classifieds, Etc. 32 Regional Reports On the Cover Sights from 2017 shows. Photo Credits: 5280 Photography, LMT Cattle Co., and Dolores Jenkins Current Advertising Rates Card Size: $192/year or $60/issue 1/4 Page: $336/year or $105/issue 1/2 Page: $528/year or $165/issue Full Page: $960/year or $300/issue Back Inside Cover: $500/issue Classified Ad: $6 for first 20 words; 30 cents per word thereafter *1 Year = 4 Issues President s Perspective Magazine Deadlines Winter Issue: December 1 Spring Issue: March 1 Fall Issue: June 1 Fall Issue: September 1 Hello MHBA Members & Welcome New Members! Miniature Hereford entries soar with over 400 entries for the open and junior shows at the 2017 National Western WOW! Congratulations to all of our breeders and exhibitors for continuing to make history. Our sincere thanks to everyone who helped with weigh-in, show programs, staging, awards and other duties for both the open and junior shows. The success of the shows would not be possible without ALL of your help and we greatly appreciate it! Unfortunately the sale was cancelled this year due to the lack of consignments. We believe the reason for this is the success our breeders are having with private sales and it was not necessary for the association to conduct the sale as a benefit to our members. Hope everyone enjoyed visiting with old and new friends & had a relaxing evening at the banquet. We are grateful for your donations & the purchase of items at the silent and live auction. As a reminder our breed association photographer, Janet Jenkins, took backdrop and show ring pictures during the open and junior show. Please your request for a photo DVD to jbarwcattleco@aol.com. Don t forget to check the MHBA website and magazine for upcoming shows and junior members plan now to attend the Junior Nationals in Chillicothe, Missouri. What a great family event for the summer Don t want anyone to miss any entry deadlines. Congratulations to our scholarship winners Shawnee Gibbons; Kelli Wicks; Elijah Patten & Brice White. I have had the pleasure and privilege to work with Brice & Eli and I m impressed with their integrity and work ethic. Best wishes to each of these students as they pursue their college education. All upcoming high school seniors and college students watch for details about submitting your application next year. The election of officers and various Regional Directors is in your mailboxes. Please support the association by submitting your nominations and participating in the 2017 election As always, please contact your Regional Director or any Executive Board Member with any ideas, questions or concerns. Thank you for your support Justin Grady, MHBA President To place your ad or to get ad specs, contact: Tami with Branded Designs at brandeddesigns@yahoo.com. Ask how to advertise on the MHBA website! Hereford.org Spring

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5 Meet your leadership... Board of Directors President Justin Grady 303/ Vice President Pat Wendling 316/ Treasurer Craig De Haan 712/ Secretary Charlotte Williams 970/ Regional Directors Region 1 Bill Moreton Leighton, PA CT, DC, DE, ME, MA, MD, NH, NJ, NY, PA, RI, VA, VT, WV 610/ bill@springmountainfarms.com Region 2 Vacant Region 3 Ben Lisby Bloomington, IN IL, IN, KY, MI, OH, WI 812/ creamandcrimsoncattle@yahoo.com Region 4 Julie Sandstrom Huntsville, AR AL, AR, LA, MS, MO, TN 479/ julieasandstrom@gmail.com Region 9 Bart Kendell Uintah, UT AZ, CA, NV, UT 801/ double_bar_k@msn.com Region 5 Brent White Blakesburg, IA IA, MN, ND, NE, SD 641/ shelleymckeeverwhite@yahoo.com Region 6 Jeff Fulgham Brownsboro, TX KS, OK, TX 903/ j_fulgham@hotmail.com Region 7 Joe Bottini Pueblo, CO CO, MT, NM, WY 719/ joebottini@msn.com Region 8 Jerry DuVal Silverton, OR ID, OR, WA 503/ duvalfarms@gmail.com Membership Application Family Membership allows all family members to show at MHBA shows. Includes one vote in MHBA elections and one magazine subscription. Please list all family members names (including juniors, ages 3-22). Junior Membership ages Allows juniors to show in MHBA junior and open classes. This membership carries no vote and no magazine subscription. Name(s): Junior(s): Birth Date(s): Ranch Name: Address: City: State: Zip: Phone: Cell: Website: Send your membership dues, payable to the MHBA to: MHBA Treasurer, Craig DeHaan 804 2nd St. SE Orange City, IA or pay online at: Annual Membership Dues: p U.S. Family Membership: $75 p Canadian Membership: $80 p All Other Countries: $85 p Junior Membership (per junior): $15 Memberships run calendar year, with dues payable Jan. 1 of each year. New memberships joining between October 1 and December 31 will receive a lengthened membership term through the next full calendar year. The undersigned hereby applies for membership in the Miniature Hereford Breeders Association (MHBA), a non-profit corporation, and in consideration of acceptance, agrees to conform to and abide by the By-Laws, Rules and Regulations of the Association and Amendments or Modifications thereto which may, from time to time, be adopted. By submitting this application for membership, applicant irrevocably waives any claim against and grants an absolute release to the Miniature Hereford Breeders Association and member, employee, or agent of the Association, for any act or omission in connection with the Association, including but not limited to, any enforcement of the Rules and Regulations presently in effect or hereafter adopted by the Association. Hereford.org Spring

6 Profit Tip: Using Replacement Strategies to Decrease Real Cow Depreciation By: Matt Stockton & Devin Broadhead, Nebraska Extension, University of Nebraska Lincoln accounting, real depreciation is an attempt to relate the change in value of an asset as IN it ages and/or declines in usefulness. For example, when you buy a car and drive off the dealer s lot, it loses on average 11% of its initial value. Simply, the car is now worth less because it is a used car. Depreciation expense represents the value difference between the current value of the asset and its value at the beginning of the time period being considered. Depreciation is valuable in the sense that it measures the costs of asset maintenance and tracks it over time. In order to remain in operation, an ongoing business requires its functional parts and assets to be maintained in productive condition. Accounting for depreciation serves as a tool for tracking the progression of asset maintenance and its effects on the business, profitability, and net worth. Cow-calf producers and ranchers encounter a type of depreciation referred to as replacement costs. Like most agriculturally based businesses, the biological component of the business presents some unique challenges in predicting productivity and asset value changes. This uniqueness provides both challenges and opportunity for ranchers to build a myriad of strategies to streamline the economic performance of their operation. This article addresses the basis for developing economically viable replacement strategies. The cow is the base productive unit of ranching. Cows, like many biological organisms, are each unique and vary in productive capacity and lifespan. This makes depreciation or replacement costs difficult to account for on a per head basis. Note, however, the decision to cull or buy is generally done on the individual animal basis. Replacement costs are known to be one of the most expensive areas of the cow-calf production enterprise. An integrated strategic replacement plan can make the difference between an operation s economic failure and success. The first key to building a viable replacement strategy is having accurate records on ages and herd productivity. The old axiom If you can t measure it, you can t manage it holds true in developing any kind of plan. Most ongoing cow-calf enterprises will cull a certain number of cows annually; many times animals are purchased at a premium and sold at cull value. Ranching, like many agricultural enterprises, has negative or out flowing cash for most months of the year with very few positive cash flows (at harvest). As indicated, depreciation is one of these costs. Deprecation is often referred to as a non-cash expense. This means as a cow s value is increasing or decreasing, no cash changes hands. Depreciation helps track costs which, in the case of the ranching operation, relate directly to the cows. For simplicity and clarity, we present the straight-line method to estimate depreciation costs as expressed in the following equation: IV SV / PL = Depreciation *IV (Initial Value); SV (Salvage Value); PL (Productive Lifespan) The three primary components of this equation include 4 Miniature Hereford News; Issue 27 Official Publication of the MHBA

7 Initial Value (IV), Salvage Value (SV), and Productive Lifespan (PL). By understanding the nature of these components, managers and decision makers may devise modifications in production and/or management practices to improve current economic performance. Each of the three parts of this equation relate directly to management or production choices. The initial value of replacement cows can be altered but potential impact on productivity has to be considered. The salvage value of an animal depends on how others perceive that animal s value and may be altered, but those alterations come with costs. The average productive lifespan of the herd is a factor of environment, genetics, and management. Production/management choices in concert with the other two factors make the difference in success or failure of optimizing the cow s productive lifespan. Manipulating each of these three factors comes with limitations, costs, and benefits. There are several resources available that discuss depreciation/replacement strategies with focus on one or more of the three components of the depreciation equation (see resources below). The key here is to understand the effects that each of the three components has on productivity and depreciation expense. Broadly speaking, increasing initial value without altering anything else increases expenses; the opposite occurs when initial value is decreased. This is why during a period of increasing market prices, depreciation expense increases. An expensive cow purchased at the market s peak will not be depreciated out until sometime in the future long after prices have fallen. In this case, expenses are increasing while revenue is shrinking. The market is likely to have the opposite effect on salvage value, As it increases, replacement costs decrease. A longer PL reduces annual expenses, which amounts to an overall reduction in replacement. Additional ways to reduce initial value without affecting productivity include purchasing herd replacements that are younger and developing them yourself. Since replacement animals follow a seasonal pattern like terminal animals, purchases can be made to minimize costs. If adequate resources are available and/or purchased at the right price, retaining more of your own calves may be a viable option. In addition, if your development program and feed costs are suitable, non-pregnant animals or excess pregnant ones may be sold to recapture lost revenue from increased Hereford.org Spring

8 retention numbers. Be cautious with this strategy as retaining your own animals may cost less but it also affects revenues. These strategies vary in degree of success depending on whether cattle prices are trending up or down and whether management can use its resources to capture savings and lower costs. Other options include taking in heifers for a neighbor or others which may provide some economy of effort and/or added income, subsidizing the initial value. The price received for a cow or heifer after being used in the productive process is considered the salvage value. Many producers will cull cows for being open at weaning or losing a calf during the grazing period. If sold immediately, the cow is at her lowest value. Young animals may have more value than aged ones but probably not significantly. Some producers have found ways to minimize the number of cows they sell of this type. Some have suggested increasing the breeding season to get later cycling cows pregnant and then sell them as bred cows or cowcalf pairs. Cull animals can also be retained and fed to heavier weights to increase returns. Additionally, cows can be sold at an age where they are still productive. For cows that have lost their calf, an option might be to graft on another calf. The real challenge comes when the calf is lost in the later part of the grazing season. At this point, questions about the cow s pregnancy and the cost of replacing her versus keeping her come into play. It makes no sense to sell the cow for cull value and incur the cost of a replacement at a much higher value if she is pregnant. If this cow is undesirable and should be culled, she may be sold later when she calves as a cow-calf pair. Many times the cost of keeping a dry cow is minimal compared to the cost of selling and repurchasing a replacement. Choice should always be made considering market conditions and resource conditions. The effect of each of these strategies is different from year to year depending on market conditions and ranch resource availability. For instance, during drought conditions, removing cows may work in favor of keeping the business economically viable. Increases in the productive lifespan are controlled by management, environment, and production choices. For instance, hybrid vigor (heterosis) can increase cow longevity and reproductive performance. However, some operators will not run crossbred cows, making this option not viable. Other factors include using individual matings that reduce individual defects such as bad udders, large teats, poor legs, and other traits which would lead to a shortened productive lifespan. In some cases, longevity might be increased by certain nutritional regimes and by managing cows appropriately by size (for example, large cows may need more supplementation then smaller ones). Heifer selection should be based on management style and environment. Two- and three-year-old cows are still growing so special attention to them may help reduce dropout rates. Ensure that the mitigating actions used for this age class of cow return at least as much revenue as the costs incurred; otherwise, the productive lifespan gain will cost more than it returns, resulting in reduced profit. The ideas discussed here do not make up an exhaustive list and may not be viable for particular operations or time periods. In summary, profit comes from two general areas: costs savings and increased revenues. Looking at the challenges ranchers are currently facing, it is wise to look closely at cow depreciation expenses and consider potential options for saving on costs and/or generating increased revenues. 6 Miniature Hereford News; Issue 27 Official Publication of the MHBA

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10 Should you vaccinate very young calves? By: Heather Smith Thomas; Source: BEEF Magazine While research shows some benefit to vaccinating very young calves, it s usually best to wait a while, even in calves that were shorted on colostrum. In the 2-week old calf, there are two things you need to be concerned about. One is age, the other is colostrum intake. Typically, even in a calf that got no colostrum [and no maternal antibodies to interfere with building its own immunity], the response for making antibodies [when vaccinated early] is not great under 3 weeks of age. If they have higher levels of maternal antibodies than the older calves, they also may not respond [to vaccination], says Chris Chase, Department of Veterinary and Biomedical Sciences, South Dakota State University. We did a study in very young calves [2 or 3 days of age]. We vaccinated them at that age, then came back seven months later [weaning time] and challenged them. From a statistical standpoint it worked, but from a production standpoint I don t think producers would be very excited about it because in the control group, 80% of them got sick [when challenged] and in the vaccinated group, 20% of them got sick. If a person waits until those calves are 3 to 4 weeks of age, less than 5% of the vaccinates would get sick, he explains. When do you vacinate in your program? Age at vaccination is a big factor, but it all goes back to individual situations. If someone is having trouble with summer pneumonia, we d have to say the vaccine at a young age [several weeks old] probably doesn t hurt them, but how much good it actually does those calves may be minimal. Then it goes back to colostral intake and whether it was low, and we still have the issue that they are young when you are giving the vaccine. A person can work with their own herd health veterinarian and take a look at what is going on in their particular situation, and figure out what to be most concerned about, Chase says. However, young calves sometimes develop clostridial infections (enterotoxemia) that are not resolved with commonly-used vaccines. Calves may succumb to acute toxic gut problems caused by Clostridium perfringens type A or E, rather than C or D, which are included in many 7 or 8-way clostricial vaccines. The calves or their dams have been vaccinated, but calves are still dying. In this situation a producer may need help from the veterinarian to figure it out. Then you will probably be looking at an autogenous vaccine (created from pathogen samples from your own herd), says Chase. 8 Miniature Hereford News; Issue 27 Official Publication of the MHBA

11 BQA Certification Now Free, Online, 24/7 Souce: Cattlemen s Beef Board You read the headline right. The checkoff s Beef Quality Assurance (BQA) certification is now always FREE online! It s a new interactive online experience that beef and dairy producers can sign up for and complete at their convenience. Why BQA? Because it tells consumers that you have a commitment to delivering a product that is backed by science-based standards. Certification also addresses many questions that consumers have about beef production. BQA ensures consumers that cattle producers are committed to responsibly raising, safe, wholesome, high quality beef. It only takes a few hours of watching modules and answering questions, but serves as a checklist for producers to make sure they Get BQA Certified Today at are using the latest management practices, says Josh White, Executive Director of Producer Education for the beef checkoff. We have seen time and time again how consumer confidence is positively affected when BQA standards are followed, and producers have shown their commitment to producing quality beef by being BQAcertified. So whether you need to get certified for the first time, or recertified, do it today! It s always free! For more information about your beef checkoff investment, visit My- BeefCheckoff.com. Hereford.org Spring

12 11 inevitable truths about Calving Season Written by Ranch House Designs Account Manager, Ashley Fitzsimmons It s the most wonderful time of the year! Calving season is in full swing. My newsfeed, camera roll and Snapchat stories are filled with all the trials, sleepless nights and success stories that come along with this season on the ranch. In my many years of calving seasons, I ve learned there are 11 inevitable truths to this stressful and rewarding time. TRUTH 1: THE FIRST COW THAT CALVES WILL NEVER BE IN THE FIRST SET OF HEAVIES YOU HAVE SORTED. It never fails, you go out to check the pasture farthest away (that you sorted the day before) and there s a cow off by herself with a fresh calf! TRUTH 2: THOSE NAPS YOU TOLD YOURSELF YOU WERE GET- TING DURING NIGHT CHECKS, NOT HAPPENING. Sometimes at 3am you keep yourself going by thinking of that nice 10am nap you re going to take. Turns out 10am came and went with no nap in sight! TRUTH 3: IF YOU DON T SHOWER FOR JUST 1 MORE DAY THE COWS WILL ACCEPT YOU AS THEIR OWN. I m not sure if this is a scientific fact but it s (apparently) what you tell your wife when asked how long it s been since you showered. TRUTH 4: THIS IS THE MOST EXCITING TIME OF YEAR. Watching new life come into the world is magical. Seeing your hard work, breeding decisions (hopefully) and planning all come together as that calf is being born and that cow becomes the mom you knew she could be is amazing. TRUTH 5: SOMETIMES COWS AREN T AS GRATEFUL AS YOU THINK THEY SHOULD BE. Cold nights and snow are just part of spring calving season in the west. However, when you spent all day bedding down a calving pen and the cows still choose the lay 3 feet away, not under the shelter or on bedding it s hard to think of them as anything but ungrateful. TRUTH 6: SOMETIMES CALVES AREN T AS GRATEFUL AS YOU THINK THEY SHOULD BE. Whether you just pulled one, had to bring one into your truck to warm up, or helped it find its first-calf-heifer momma that is suddenly MIA you ve put a lot of work into getting that calf here! Surely that warrants them acting right and not trying to kick you, head butt you or be a fence crawler! 10 Miniature Hereford News; Issue 27 TRUTH 7: IF YOU GET VOLUNTEERED TO TAG A SPECIFIC CALF-ITS MOM IS PROBABLY NUTS. Go tag the calf, he said. I promise she s real friendly, he said. Then you immediately regret taking on this chore as a momma cow comes charging at you. TRUTH 8: THINGS GO WRONG WHEN YOU HAVE OTHER PLANS. It never fails, you re headed to a kid s game, Valentine s Day dinner or some other event that requires clean clothes and a timely appearance when something big something goes wrong. Three hours and several missed calls later you just want to nap. TRUTH 9: SIRI HAS NO IDEA WHAT YOU RE SAYING. Trying to text hands-free during calving season is a chore in itself! You ll have whole conversations with misspelled words that make no sense. You just hope the recipient can decipher your own special calving season morse code. TRUTH 10: FIRST CALF HEIFERS ARE IDIOTS. These poor girls just can t help it. They go the wrong way, they get nervous and they just don t have the rhythm down. No matter how good the group as a whole is, there are always those couple girls that just cause problems. They don t mean to (for most of them) they just don t know any better. #rookies TRUTH 11: THIS IS PERFECT WAY TO GROW UP. I can t imagine my life if I hadn t grown up on a ranch. It s a lifestyle I m thankful for every day. The lessons learned, especially during calving season (even as an adult!), are real-world, immediate and second-to-none. Raising a family with the patience, values and work ethic it takes to make it through calving season and then turn around and do it all over again is invaluable! Good luck to all of you in the throes of #calfwatch17! Source: Ranch House Designs Official Publication of the MHBA

13 Mini Mafia The breed s most elite genetics sale High Selling Lot $11,500 Pick of the Herd Old School Genetics/Trumbull Genetics to Heter Family, Kansas KLD Miniature Herefords Bear Grove Beef Harmon Show Cattle Henkhaus x2 Fleener Show Cattle Old School Genetics Sandy Hills Farm Shane Richey Blayklee Stelzer Elizabeth Pitstick DTR - Heter Family RFD Miniature Herefords Trumbull Genetics Grazie per averci seguito a Denver! Thank you for joining us in Denver Premier Consigner Old School Gentetics Jeff Bash Trumbull Genetics Rick Trumbull info@miniherefordmafia.com C Jason SPence Jeff Bash

14 Daydree Dopps MHYF President Shelley White-Rolling Hills Miniature Herefords MHYF Vice President June Roberts MHYF Treasurer Terrie Potter-Silver Peaks Farm Director of Scholarships Pat Underhill MHYF Director of Grants The Miniature Hereford youth Foundation was established to promote youth involvement in the breeding, management, showing, and marketing of Miniature Hereford Cattle through developing leadership skills, and educational programs, encouraging personal growth, as well as providing a pathway towards attaining grants to continue to promote Miniature Herford breeding programs and awarding scholarships. Director of Scholarships Report The Scholarship Committee received a lot of applications this year making it really tuff awarding the Scholarships. We were extremely impressed with the knowledge and commitment that each applicant has made as well as exhibit the strength of their future dreams to continue to support and expand the Miniature Hereford breed. Each will receive $500. It is the MHYF Scholarship Committees pleasure to acknowledge the 2017 Scholarship winners: MHYF Memorial Scholarship: Shawnee Gibbons Molalla, OR MHYF Collegiate Scholarship: Elijah Patten Sterling, CO Cynthia DuVal-DuVal Farms Committee Member Alta Bennett-D&A Miniature Herefords Committee Member Beatrice Jensen-Livin Dream Ranch Committee Member Catie Graham-Half Pint Herefords Committee Member Rori Russell-Russell Ranch Committee Member Kelli Wicks Rockford, IA Brice White Craig, CO The 2018 Miniature Hereford World Calendar will be available for sale in April. The cost is $10 + $3 shipping for each calendar. If you order 5 or more calendars, the shipping is free. You may place your order through the Director of Scholarships or any of the Scholarship Committee members. All monies received from the sale of these calendars goes directly to the scholarship fund to assist MHBA youth in furthering their educational goals. It is our hope that the sale of these calendars will continue to increase so that we can continue to offer multiple scholarships every year. The winner of the 2018 Miniature Hereford World Calendar cover contest is: Tri County Minis We have 2017 calendars still available help us reach our goal to sale out by April! We thank you for your continued support of the MHYF and our youth. Just a few calendars left! Get one before they re gone! 12 Miniature Hereford News; Issue 27 Official Publication of the MHBA

15 Showing in the Heartland June 20-25, 2017 Excitement is mounting for the 4th Annual Miniature Hereford Junior Nationals (MHJN) to be held June 20-25, 2017 in Chillicothe, Missouri! This rapidly growing event brings young cattle enthusiasts from across the country to learn about the beef industry, compete in contests, and develop lasting friendships. It is a highlight of the summer for the families it welcomes. Over 70 kids and their families from 9 states participated in the MHJN last year in Ames, Iowa. The kids ranged in age from 3 to 22. We expect even more families from more states again in The MHJN introduces youth to competition in a way that s comfortable for them and their families. They experience the thrill of winning and learning how to lose gracefully. Our aim is to develop leadership, sportsmanship, and a passion for the kind of work ethic it takes to succeed as adults. They will participate in several contests during the event to increase their knowledge and skill set. Contest Information The exhibitors are divided into divisions by age for all of the contests; Pre-Junior (3-7), Junior (8-11), Intermediate (12-15) & Seniors (16-22). The top 5 place winners are recognized in each contest and an overall premier exhibitor is selected for each age group. Cattle Show and Exhibitor Showmanship The contestants have two competitions that involve them exhibiting their cattle. In Showmanship, a judge evaluates them on how well they present the animal in the show ring, often also asking the exhibitors questions to determine their knowledge of cattle production. The pinnacle event of the MHJN is the Cattle Show, where exhibitors present their animals and a judge selects cattle he/she believes best represent the characteristics that are most desired in the breed. In addition to exhibiting their cattle, these growing agriculture advocates compete in contests like: Sales Talk is a mock selling contest in which each contestant tries to sell an animal to a buyer. This contest builds confidence in public speaking and gives each contestant the chance to describe the best qualities of his/her livestock. Judging Contest gives contestants the chance to test their livestock evaluation skills by ranking four cattle from 1st to 4th in each of several classes and having their rankings compared with those of a panel of expert judges. No clippers will be used during this event. Team Fitting teaches kids to work together as they prepare a calf to be ready for exhibition. This takes communication, teamwork, and the ability to identify and use each person s strengths. Arts & Crafts allows contestants to submit an entry of artistic medium (painting, video, sculpture, posters, music, etc.) to display their talent. Contestants can enter up to three entries, however, only one entry per exhibitor will be able to place in the top 5 of their age division. BBQ Cook-off teaches kids to work together as they prepare a beef dish and present a skit or presentation promoting their beef dish to a panel of judges. Beef and grills will be provided. To ensure a successful event financial support is vital, this is a great opportunity to make an impact on the future of our breed and the agricultural community. Please help to make this an unforgettable learning experience there are many sponsorship and fundraising opportunities listed below: Herd in the Tank: Check out the incredible donations from some of the leading producers in the Miniature Hereford breed! Located on our Facebook page Miniature Hereford Junior Nationals, as well as ad included in this edition of the magazine. Breeders Online Sale: Coming April 10, 2017 we will have several items of interest including: Stalling Selections for MHJN event, Showbox, clippers, signage and embroidery certificates, opportunity to sponsor Division/ breed champion and reserve banners and MORE. breedersworld.com 2017 MHJN TITLE SPONSORS Cow- Calf Pair Show $1,500 Steer Show $2,000 Bred-and-Owned Heifers $1,500 Owned Heifers $2,500 Contest $700 T-Shirt $1,500 Meals $250 - $2000 General sponsorship any amount All sponsors names will be included on signage at the event and will receive an appreciation letter from the participants and Title Sponsors will be announced during the cattle show. We appreciate your sponsorship consideration. Please make your donation payable to: The Miniature Hereford Youth Foundation, a tax deductible 501 (c) 3 organization. Registration and Schedule of Events will be available the first week of April. Follow us on our Facebook page and watch Miniature Breeders Association web site for more details. Please contact Co-Chairs, Shelley White or Paula Carter for questions or other opportunities to support this great youth event. Shelley White: th Ave., Blakesburg, IA Phone: shelleymckeeverwhite@yahoo.com Paula Carter: Wheat Ave., Floris, IA Phone: paulacarter62@gmail.com Hereford.org Spring

16 Upcoming Events Texas Junior Hereford/ Polled Hereford Combined State Show Belton, TX June 14-17, 2017 Miniature Herefords have been asked to come to this great event! Miniature Herefords can show from age 3 up. An adult can also accompany the younger children in the ring. Be sure to check out the special contests available, including photography, team fitting, showmanhip, and more! Please check and www. Hereford.org for more info! Miniature Hereford Junior Nationals Chillicothe, MO June 21-25, 2017 Follow Miniature Hereford Junior Nationals on Facebook for more information and updates. Iowa State Fair Des Moines, IA August 17-22, 2017 ***Note this is now an MHBA show, so membership in MHBA is required.*** Entry Deadline: July 1 ***Separate entry form for youth show contact Paula Kath (Info Below), Youth show only participants: you must reserve and pay for stall space through Iowa State Fair*** Late Entries: July 2-8 (Late fee of $10/head) Arrive: August 17 12:01 a.m. All In: August 17 12:00 p.m. (noon) Weigh-In: August 17 2:00 p.m. (approximately) Youth Show: August 17 6:00 p.m. (No-fit show) Open Show: August 18 1:00 p.m. Release: August 20 3:00 p.m. All Out: August 20 8:00 p.m. Superintendent: Craig De Haan, Orange City (712) craigd@ambankiowa.com Youth Show Superintendent:Paula Kath (507) Kathfamilyfarm@hotmail.com 14 Miniature Hereford News; Issue 27 Official Publication of the MHBA

17 in a 2017 Miniature Hereford Junior Nationals (MHJN) has constructed an opportunity that doesn t present itself very often. We will be raffling a MVE Millennium 2000 XC 20 Semen tank. Our goal is to have some of the most prominent genetic opportunities in the tank as part of the raffle. This is not only a chance for the organization to raise money for the 2017 MHJN but an opportunity for YOU as well. It would give your operation a chance to market your next young A.I. sire(s), proven sire(s), or top donor females. **Donators will continue to receive the money for the certificates sold for calves born out of their genetics.** Includes Genetics From These Respected Breeders Bear Grove Beef WW Ranch Splitt Creek Ranch Old School Genetics Lil Kaf Ranch Chris Thorson Double T Cattle Co. J bar W Cattle Co. Sandy Hills Farm KLD Miniature Herefords Harmon Show Cattle River Ridge Miniature Herefords 22 Cattle Company Kath Family Farms (Entries are accepted until June 2017) Ticket Price: 1-$ $ The winner will be drawn at the 2017 Miniature Hereford Junior Nationals Chillicothe, MO To discuss your options as a donor, to purchase tickets or have questions regarding a donation of different stature please contact Stephen McIntyre at or srmcintyre@live.com.

18 Show results National Western Stock Show Denver, CO January 17-22, 2017 Open Show Class#101 - Fall Junior Heifer Calves, calved July 1 - December 31, KCM MAD Midway Leasing; 2. QM Aysa Jo QM Farms; 3. KAP Clint s Mystik Misti KP Ranch; Raleigh s Lil 22 Cattle Company Champion Fall Junior Heifer KCM MAD Reserve Champion Fall Junior Heifer QM Aysa Jo Class#102A - Summer Junior Heifer Calves, calved May 1 - June 30, Pearl Taylor Miniature Herefords; 2. HD Monsoon Molly Montgomery Mini Herefords; 3. ROCKINDLO MAKAYLA ROCKINDLO RANCH; 4. SAB Sally Jesse Hulvey; 5. Double K FFC sissy D109 Double K Mini Herefords; 6. wow mornin shine Welcome to our World Class#102B - Summer Junior Heifer Calves, calved May 1 - June 30, KAP Clint s Lil Kile ET Bebler Pine Tree Ranch; 2. RSM ROYAL VELVET ET Marlye Miller; 3. PH Sterling Peyton Huss; 4. LMT Rosetta D002 ET Mesa Arnold; 5. SSR Ashley Straitside Ranch; 6. Miss Mickey You re So Fine Sager Cattle Class#104A - Early Spring Junior Heifers, calved March 1-31, KLD Cabi 623D KLD Miniature Herefords; 2. K.C. MOO ET 3K Herefords; 3. JW s Adalynn J Bar W Cattle Company; 4. JW s Rumor Has It J Bar W Cattle Company; 5. JW s Landry J Bar W Cattle Company; 6. PB KID JULIANS RENEE Sandy Hills Farm; 7. Aspen HSC 216 Harmon Show Cattle; 8. KR S MISS LINDY LU Splitt Creek Ranch Class#104B - Early Spring Junior Heifers, calved March 1-31, Kat Phoenix ET Leading Edge Genetics; 2. Hey Jude Brice White; 3. KCME 2 ET Midway Leasing; 4. KCME 1 ET Midway Leasing, Inc.; 5. wow Electra Welcome to our World Class#104C - Early Spring Junior Heifers, calved March 1-31, SS MISS TIFF Splitt Creek Ranch; 2. Rose Taylor Miniature Herefords; 3. SS MISS SHELIA Splitt Creek Ranch; 4. Jami HSC 116 Harmon Show Cattle; 5. MC Trisha Marcie Mack - Mack Land and Livestock Champion Early Junior Heifer KLD Cabi 623D Reserve Champion Early Junior Heifer SS MISS TIFF Champion Summer Junior Heifer KAP Clint s Lil Kile ET Reserve Champion Summer Junior Heifer Pearl Class#103A - Spring Junior Heifer Calves, calved April 1-30, SS Miss Bellaroo Splitt Creek Ranch; 2. RHH Flowers II Rolling Hill s Miniature Herefords; 3. QM Miss Daisy QM Farms; 4. WW Sugar Sweets WW Ranch; 5. MC Dory Shelly McIntyre Class#103B - Spring Junior Heifer Calves, calved April 1-30, Miss OSG Venus Demilo DTR Cattle Company; 2. JW s Kiah J Bar W Cattle Company; 3. RPR Muddie Rafter P Ranch; 4. JWS ANNIES OAKLEY Tri County Minis; 5. JW s American Honey J Bar W Cattle Company; 6. MC Grace Shelly McIntyre Class#103C - Spring Junior Heifer Calves, calved April 1-30, JW s Ice s Lyric J Bar W Cattle Company; Nika s Lil Avia 22 Cattle Company; 3. OSG Teri Jo DTR Cattle Company; 4. JW s Libby J Bar W Cattle Company; 5. RSM OAK QUEEN GRACE ET Marlye Miller; 6. RSM OAK QUEEN SUZANNE ET MILLER RANCH Champion Spring Junior Heifer Miss Bellaroo Reserve Champion Spring Junior Heifer Miss OSG Venus Demilo Class#105A - Winter Junior Heifer Calves, calved January 1 - February 28, Double K Ivy League DK13 Double K Mini Herefords; 2. SHF KINGS KAY Sandy Hills Farm; 3. SSR Josey Straitside Ranch of Sequim Class#105B - Winter Junior Heifer Calves, calved January 1 - February 28, SHF ACES EVE 3K Herefords; 2. KLD Cosmo 603D KLD Miniature Herefords; 3. MAU Lil Holly QM Farms; 4. RHH Snowflake II Rolling Hill s Miniature Herefords; 5. MLL Disco Pearl ET Mack Land and Livestock; 6. SHF SAMS CARRIE Sandy Hills Farm Champion Winter Junior Heifer SHF ACES EVE Reserve Champion Winter Junior Heifer KLD Cosmo 603D Class#106A - Fall Intermediate Heifers, calved October 1 - December 31, DF Cheyenne Maiden DuVal Farms; 2. KLD ELLA C560 Kynleigh Henson Class#106B - Fall Intermediate Heifers, calved October 1 - December 31, KLD Chloe WCR Miniature Herefords; 2. SS SILVER SUGAR Splitt Creek Ranch; 3. SS Miss DEENA 4 Moores Miniature Herefords; 4. MLL Dance Fever Mack Land and Livestock 16 Miniature Hereford News; Issue 27 Official Publication of the MHBA

19 Come Join us intexas for the Inaugural Spring Fling Home of your next champion April 29, 2017 Live Lots Live Auction No Reserves Stephenville, Texas 1:00 Pm Meal Provided C Jason SPence info@miniherefordmafia.com Jeff Bash

20 National Western Stock Show, cont... Show results 18 Champion Fall Intermediate Heifer KLD Chloe Reserve Champion Fall Intermediate Heifer SS SILVER SUGAR Class#107A - Summer Intermediate Heifers, calved July 1 - September 30, E STLZ CLARABELLE 920C Stelzer Livestock; 2. Tootsie 915 DTR Cattle Company; 3. JWS Sage KMC Cattle Company; 4. JWS Sheena KMC Cattle Company; 5. JW s Alexandria J Bar W Cattle Company; 6. SS MISS WONDER Splitt Creek Ranch Class#107B - Summer Intermediate Heifers, calved July 1 - September 30, Sophie HSC 415 Jason Christofferson; 2. KK Mrs GiGi Nash ET KenKo Miniature Herefords; 3. MAU Princess Anna QM Farms; 4. WW Miracle Matilda WW Ranch; 5. BONNIE ROCKINDLO RANCH Champion Summer Intermediate Heifer 6E STLZ CLARABELLE 920C Reserve Champion Summer Intermediate Heifer Sophie HSC 415 Class#108A - Spring Intermediate Heifers, calved April 1 - June 30, HR Show Me Roxton Stone; 2. PH Sassy Squatch Stephanie Huss; 3. JWS KISS ME Kiana Creek Ranch; 4. KR S MISS BLUE BELLE KR Ranch; 5. SHELBY GRACE ROCKINDLO RANCH Class#108B - Spring Intermediate Heifers, calved April 1 - June 30, TPCC PRINCESS NASH 6611ET Abbygail Pitstick; 2. JW s Sophie J Bar W Cattle Company; 3. DF Captains Red Pearl DuVal Farms; 4. WW Joy of Hope WW Ranch; 5. JWS FLASH Kiana Creek Ranch; 6. SS Miss Vanesa CV Gelbvieh Champion Spring Intermediate Heifer TPCC PRINCESS NASH 6611ET Reserve Champion Spring Intermediate Heifer HR Show Me Class#109A - Winter Intermediate Heifers, calved January 1 - March 31, JWS HEARTBREAKER Kiana Creek Ranch; 2. DNAS Dixies Primrose Stehr Land & Cattle; 3. Horseshow B Miss 803C1ET Rolling Hill s Miniature Herefords; 4. Shadows Alex Brice White; 5. DF Captains Lady Kate DuVal Farms; 6. SS MISS ANN Splitt Creek Ranch; 7. Horseshoe B MIss 46C Sager Cattle Class#109B - Winter Intermediate Heifers, calved January 1 - March 31, E STLZ ELSA 60C Stelzer Livestock; 2. Deana Taylor Miniature Herefords; 3. T3 MS FROSTBITE KGS Ranch; 4. HD Miss Willow Montgomery Mini Herefords Champion Winter Intermediate Heifer 6E STLZ ELSA 60C Reserve Champion Winter Intermediate Heifer JWS HEARTBREAKER Miniature Hereford News; Issue 27 Grand Champion Female TPCC PRINCESS NASH 6611ET Reserve Grand Champion Female HR Show Me (pictured) Class#301 - Cow/Calf Pair 1. DF Twilight Fantasy Beatrice Jensen; 2. SPF Lucy Lou Silver Peaks Farm; 3. KAP Mystik Huntress Ranch; 4. PH Betty Sue Stephanie Huss Champion Cow/Calf DF Twilight Fantasy Reserve Champion Cow/Calf SPF Lucy Lou Class#POF - Pair of Females 1. 6E STLZ ELSA 60C Stelzer Livestock; 2. SS silver sugar Splitt Creek Ranch; 3. JW s Alexandria J Bar W Cattle Company; 4. Shadows Alex Brice White; 5. DF Captains Red Pearl DuVal Farms; 6. RHH Snowflake II Rolling Hill s Miniature Herefords; 7. WW Joy of Hope WW Ranch; 8. QM Miss QM Farms; 9. SSR Josey Straitside Ranch Champion Pair of Females Stelzer Livestock Reserve Champion Pair of Females Splitt Creek Ranch Class#201 - Fall Junior Bull Calves, calved July 1 - December 31, LDR Over the Top Beatrice Jensen; 2. DA-MM D. McCall Midway Leasing, Inc.; 3. ROCKINDLO ABE ROCKINDLO RANCH Champion Fall Junior Bull LDR Over the Top Reserve Champion Fall Junior Bull DA-MM Class#202A - Summer Junior Bull Calves, calved May 1 - June 30, BVM SIR CHARLES 4 Moores Miniature Herefords; Honey s Hot Rod 22 Cattle Company Class#202B - Summer Junior Bull Calves, calved May 1 - June 30, SPF Jasper Silver Peaks Farm; 2. LMT Terrance D003 ET LMT Cattle Company; 3. MC Bruce Shelly Mc- Intyre; 4. Double K Pistol Petc Double K Mini Herefords; 5. MC Marvin Shelly McIntyre Official Publication of the MHBA

21 National Western Stock Show, cont... Champion Summer Junior Bull SPF Jasper Reserve Champion Summer Junior Bull BVM SIR CHARLES Class#203A - Spring Junior Bull Calves, calved April 1-30, OSG Raphael 6412et Old School Genetics; 2. SS SIR LANDON Splitt Creek Ranch; 3. JW s Riot J Bar W Cattle Company; 4. JW s Justice J Bar W Cattle Company Class#203B - Spring Junior Bull Calves, calved April 1-30, JW s Copper Head Road J Bar W Cattle Company; 2. JW s Mayday J Bar W Cattle Company; 3. JW s Heather s Encore J Bar W Cattle Company; 4. RSM OAK LEGEND LANCE ET MILLER RANCH; 5. JW s Free Style J Bar W Cattle Company Champion Spring Junior Bull Calf OSG Raphael 6412et Reserve Champion Spring Junior Bull JW s Copper Head Road Class#204 - Early Spring Junior Bulls, calved March 1-31, OSG Leonardo 6312et Old School Genetics; 2. RHH Sherman Rolling Hill s Miniature Herefords; 3. JW s Smack Down J Bar W Cattle Company Champion Early Spring Junior Bull OSG Leonardo 6312et Reserve Champion Early Spring Junior Bull RHH Sherman Class#205 - Winter Junior Bull Calves, calved January 1 - February 29, DNA S BAILEY S GARRETT DNA CATTLE CO; 2. KLD Captain Morgan 601D KLD Miniature Herefords; 3. SSR Chase Straitside Ranch; 4. MLL MR Spitfire ET Mack Land and Livestock; 5. MLL MR Retrofire ET Mack Land and Livestock Champion Winter Junior Bull DNA S BAILEY S GARRETT Reserve Champion Winter Junior Bull KLD Captain Morgan 601D Class#206 - Fall Intermediate Bulls, calved October 1 - December 31, Rockindlo Ace Lauren Baumgartner Champion Fall Intermediate Bull Rockindlo Ace Class#207 - Summer Intermediate Bulls, calved July 1 - September 30, E STLZ MICKEY MOUSE Stelzer Livestock; 2. Preslie ET Times 2 Miniature Herefords; 3. BGB Cannonball Bear Grove Beef; 4. JW s Back Draft J Bar W Cattle Company; 5. PB SULTAN Sandy Hills Farm; 6. KAP Fletcher s Mystik Edge ET KP Ranch; 7. WW Sage Advice WW Ranch Champion Summer Intermediate Bull 6E STLZ MICKEY MOUSE Reserve Champion Summer Intermediate Bull Preslie ET Class#208B - Spring Intermediate Bulls, calved April 1 - June 30, LDR Calen Beatrice Jensen; 2. JW s Comstock J Bar W Cattle Company; 3. DNA S RUDI S COGBURN DNA CATTLE CO; 4. JWS Red Alert Straitside Ranch Champion Spring Intermediate Bull LDR Calen Reserve Champion Spring Intermediate Bull JW s Comstock Class#209 - Winter Intermediate Bulls, calved January 1 - March 31, PB SHF Liberator Wendall ET QM Farms; 2. BTG 001C -NETFLIX Broken Antler Mini Herefords; 3. SLC American Whiskey Stehr Land & Cattle; 4. MC Mater Shelly McIntyre; 5. DNAS Baileys Bartlett Kiera Stehr; 6. ROCKINDLO WILLY ROCKINDLO RANCH Champion Winter Intermediate Bull PB SHF Liberator Wendall ET Reserve Champion Winter Intermediate Bull BTG 001C -NETFLIX Class#210A - Senior Two Year Old Bulls, calved January 1 - December 31, BGB Ben Dover Bear Grove Beef; 2. SS SILVER STONE Splitt Creek Ranch; 3. DF Cascade s Jazzy Rhythm DuVal Farms Class#210B - Senior Two Year Old Bulls, calved January 1 - December 31, Burbon s Legend 22 Cattle Company; 2. KMC Sir Charles KMC Cattle Company; 3. WINDSOR HSC 314 KGS Ranch; 4. SLC Boomer Stehr Land & Cattle Champion Senior Bull BGB Ben Dover Reserve Champion Senior Bull SS SILVER STONE Grand Champion Bull 6E STLZ MICKEY MOUSE Reserve Grand Champion Bull BGB Ben Dover Class#POB - Pair of Bulls 1. Old School Genetics; 2. Splitt Creek Ranch; 3. BAR W Cattle Co.; 4. Beatrice Jensen; Cattle Company Champion Pair of Bulls Old School Genetics Reserve Champion Pair of Bulls Splitt Creek Ranch Show results Hereford.org Spring

22 National Western Stock Show, cont... Show results Class#GOS - Get of Sire 1. 6E STLZ ELSA 60C Stelzer Livestock; 2. Turtle Old School Genetics; 3. JW s Back Draft J Bar W Cattle Company Class#901aA - Prospect Steers, calved January 1 - December 31, Rockindlo Zeb Raptor Kutter Dorsey; 2. RHH Donald Rolling Hills Miniature Herefords; T Cattle; 4. Harry HSC 416 Harmon Show Cattle; 5. Sam Gerald Gentrup Show Cattle; 6. Double K Talk Derby To Me DK 17 Double K Mini Herefords; 7. SS SIR LAW- SON Splitt Creek Ranch; 8. WW Pancho Villa WW Ranch; 9. HPR LG Half Pint Ranch; 10. PH Rex Kim Clark; 11. Cash Money Patten Cattle Class#901aB - Prospect Steers, calved January 1 - December 31, DNA S DIXIE S MARK DNA CATTLE CO; 2. D.A. MOO ET 3K Herefords; 3. RPR Bandit Rafter P Ranch; 4. DAN S WON & ONLY S ALFRED DNA CATTLE CO; 5. KW Thunder Rising Double T Cattle Co.; Gales Lil Woudy KATH FAMILY FARM; 7. DNA S DAISEY S KANE DNA CATTLE CO; 8. LDR Right On Ad Jensen; 9. MC Sam I Am Mack Land and Livestock; 10. JW s High Roller J Bar W Cattle Company; 11. MLL Rocky I ET Mack Land and Livestock; 12. MLL Rocky II ET Mack Land and Livestock Champion Prospect Steer Rockindlo Zeb Raptor Reserve Champion Prospect Steer RHH Donald Class#902aA - Market Steers, calved January 1 - December 31, HR Kashr Roxton Stone; 2. KLD Spark Rex Kutter Dorsey; 3. MLL Bullet Landwehr Land & Cattle Co.; 4. BCF James s Playmate Sager Cattle; 5. DF Cascade s Wild West DuVal Farms; 6. HUCKLEBERRY C01 Bain Cattle; 7. Clyde Kim Clark; 8. MC Whiz Kid Mack Land and Livestock Class#902aB - Market Steers, calved January 1 - December 31, Herbie Cooper Standlee; 2. SS Sir Paul Laney Stehr; 3. JHCH Lil QS Rocket Man Sager Cattle; Flash s MVP ET Double T Cattle Co.; 5. MC Vortex Shelly McIntyre; 6. FuMoo KATH FAMILY FARM Champion Market Steer Herbie Junior Show Class#901 - Fall Junior Heifer Calves, Calved January 1 - December 31, QM Aysa Jo Wyatt McIntyre Champion Fall Junior Heifer Calf QM Aysa Jo Class#902 - Summer Junior Heifer Calves, calved May 1 - June 30, RSM ROYAL VELVET ET Marlye Miller; 2. CJ Lily s Opal 208 Brody Scroggins; 3. HD Monsoon Molly Alex Dumas; 4. LMT Rosetta D002 ET Mesa Arnold; 5. PH Sterling Stephanie Huss; 6. Miss Mickey You re So Fine Kelby Sager; 7. Double K FFC Sissy Campbell Thomas Champion Summer Junior Heifer RSM ROYAL VELVET ET Reserve Champion Summer Junior Heifer CJ Lily s Opal 208 Class#903 - Spring Junior Heifer Calves, calved April 1-30, Miss OSG Venus Demilo Josie Heter; 2. RHH Flowers II Lane White; 3. SS MISS BELLAROO Judy Splitt; 4. OSG Teri Jo Josie Heter; 5. RSM OAK QUEEN GRACE ET Marlye Miller; 6. QM Miss Daisy Wyatt McIntyre; 7. MC Grace Elza McIntyre; 8. RPR Muddie David M Pence; 9. MC Dory Lindley Jex Champion Spring Junior Heifer Miss OSG Venus Demilo Reserve Champion Spring Junior Heifer RHH Flowers II Class#904 - Early Spring Junior Heifers, calved March 1-31, Hey Jude Brice White; 2. KLD Cabi 623D Kodie Dopps; 3. JWS ANNIES OAKLEY Payton Wills; 4. KAt Phoenix ET Kimberly Tucker; 5. KR S MISS SHEILA Emily Brott; 6. K.C. MOO ET Kamryn Oakes Champion Early Junior Heifer Hey Jude Reserve Champion Early Junior Heifer KLD Cabi 623D Class#905 - Winter Junior Heifer Calves, calved January 1 - February 28, Double k Ivy League Karly Biddle; 2. KLD Cosmo 603D Kanyen Dopps; 3. RHH Snowflake II Jenna White; 4. SHF ACES EVE Kamryn Oakes; 5. MAU Lil Holly Wyatt McIntyre; 6. MLL Disco Pearl Caitlyn Mack 20 Reserve Champion Market Steer HR Kashr (pictured) Miniature Hereford News; Issue 27 Champion Winter Junior Heifer Double k Ivy League Reserve Champion Winter Junior Heifer KLD Cosmo 603D Official Publication of the MHBA

23 National Western Stock Show, cont... Class#906 - Fall Intermediate Heifers, calved October 1 - December 31, KLD ELLA C560 Kynleigh Henson; 2. MLL Dance Fever Marcie Mack Champion Fall Intermediate Heifer KLD ELLA C560 Reserve Champion Fall Intermediate Heifer MLL Dance Fever Class#907 - Summer Intermediate Heifers, calved July 1 - September 30, E STLZ CLARABELLE 920C Blayklee Stelzer; 2. Tootsie Josie Heter; 3. MAU Princess Anna Wyatt Mc- Intyre; 4. KK MRS GiGi Nash ET Kolton Kauffman; 5. Sophie HSC 415 Jason Christofferson; 6. JWS Sage Cole Setniker; 7. JWS Sheena Cole Setniker Champion Spring Intermediate Heifer TPCC PRINCESS NASH 6611ET Reserve Champion Spring Intermediate Heifer HR Show Me Class#909 - Winter Intermediate Heifers, calved January 1 - March 31, E STLZ ELSA 60C Blayklee Stelzer; 2. Horseshoe B Miss 803C1ET Jenna White; 3. DNAS Dixies Primrose Hanna G. Stehr; 4. Shadows Alex Brice White; 5. Horseshoe B Miss 46C Gavin Sager; 6. HD Miss Willow Alex Dumas Champion Winter Intermediate Heifer 6E STLZ ELSA 60C Reserve Champion Winter Intermediate Heifer Horseshoe B Miss 803C1ET Show results Champion Summer Intermediate Heifer 6E STLZ CLARABELLE 920C Reserve Champion Summer Intermediate Heifer Tootsie Class#908 - Spring Intermediate Heifers, calved April 1 - June 30, TPCC PRINCESS NASH 6611ET Abbygail Pitstick; 2. HR Show Me Roxton Stone; 3. PH Sassy Squatch Stephanie Huss; 4. KR S MISS BLUE BELLE Emily Brott Grand Champion Junior Females TPCC PRINCESS NASH 6611ET Reserve Grand Champion Junior Female 6E STLZ CLARABELLE 920C Class#910 - Junior Prospect Steers, calved on or after January 1, Rockindlo Zeb Raptor Kutter Dorsey; Delanie Troyer; 3. RHH Donald Jenna White; 4. D.A. MOO ET Kylin Oakes; Gales Lil Woudy Paula Hereford.org Spring

24 National Western Stock Show, cont... Show results Kath; 6. KW Thunder Rising Kelli Wicks; 7. Double K Talk Derby to me DK17 Karly Biddle; 8. RPR Bandit David M Pence; 9. LDR Right On Ad Jensen; 10. PH Rex Kim Clark; 11. SS SIR LAWSON Judy Splitt Champion Prospect Steer Rockindlo Zeb Raptor Reserve Champion Prospect Steer 116 Class#911A - JuniorMarket Steers, calved January 1 - December 31, HR Kashr Roxton Stone; 2. MLL Bullet McCoy Landwehr; 3. KLD Spark Rex Kutter Dorsey; 4. HUCK- LEBERRY C01 Karlee Crabtree; 5. SMH Cyclone s Gold Dust Kobi Scroggins; 6. Clyde Ian Clark; 7. WW Spike Ryder Evans Class#907aA Junior Showmanship - exhibitors age 3-13 as of Jan. 1, Darrin Barbour; 2. Blayklee Stelzer; 3. Jenna White; 4. Kimberly Tucker; 5. Lane White; Kim Clark Class#908aA - Senior Showmanship - exhibitors age as of Jan. 1, Summer Kath; 2. Karsen Dopps; 3. Kodie Dopps; 4. Cameron Lashley; 5. Stephanie Huss; 6. Karly Biddle; 7. Emily Brott; 8. Samantha Tucker; 9. Evan Clark; 10. Cole Setniker; 11. Eli Patten; 12. Jesse Hulvey Class#911B Junior Market Steers, calved January 1 - December 31, Herbie Cooper Standlee; 2. JHCH Lil QS Rocket Man Kelby Sager; 3. SS Sire Paul Laney Stehr; 4. Fu- Moo Summer Kath; Flash s MVP ET Kelli Wicks Champion Market Steer Herbie Reserve Champion Market Steer HR Kashr (pictured) daminihereford@pmt.org 175 W. 200 S. Rupert, Idaho Miniature Hereford News; Issue 27 Official Publication of the MHBA

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26 Show results San Angelo Stock Show & Rodeo San Angelo, TX February 2-4, 2017 Open Show Fall & Winter Junior Heifer Calves 7/1/16-12/31/16 1. MAV Princess Tiki Marlye Miller; 1. KK Miss Playboy Bunny ET Hayden Engelke; 3. Whits KB Juliet Keeli Blaize Whitaker Early Summer Junior Heifer Calves 5/16/16-6/30/ CC Sierra Carmen 6432 Aubree Blissard Late Summer Junior Heifer Calves 4/1/16-5/15/16 1. RSM Royal Velvet ET Marlye Miller; 2. RSM Oak Queen Grace ET Marlye Miller; 3. RMS Oak Queen Suzanne ET Ricky Miller Spring Junior Heifer Calves 1/1/16-3/31/ CC Silver Sunni 627 Aubree Blissard; 2. KR s Miss Reagan Preslie Jean Henkhaus; 3. Miss Peaches N Cream 101 Isaac Sparks; 4. 4C s Precious Gem Melissa Lang; 5. 44CC Dusty s Sandy 6285 Riggin Baldwin; 6. Whits KB Cherry Keeli Blaize Whitaker Champion Junior Heifer RSM Royal Velvet ET Reserve Champion Junior Heifer RSM Oak Queen Grace ET Fall & Winter Intermediate Heifers 9/1/15-12/31/15 1. Princess Popsycle Mallie Ryan Henkhaus; 2. Whits KS Strawberry Keeli Blaize Whitaker Summer Intermediate Heifers 5/1/15-8/31/ CC Siera Carmel 5425 Aubree Blissard; 2. MH Ella 501 Maddox Shane Hair; 3. Miss Max as Nice Emilee McMillan Spring Intermediate Heifers 1/1/15-4/30/ CC Diamond Gold 5423 Aubree Blissard; 2. SGS Miss Chispastar Samuel Gideon Sparks Champion Intermediate Heifer Princess Popsycle Cow/Calf 1. FHMH My Fair Ruby Keeli Blaize Whitaker; 2. RHH Twinkle Riggin Baldwin Summer Junior Bull Calves 4/1/16-6/60/16 1. SS Sir Landon Preslie Jean Henkhaus Spring Junior Bull Calves 1/1/16-3/31/ CC Rocky s Gus 6430 Riggin Baldwin Champion Junior Bull Calf SS Sir Landon Reserve Champion Junior Bull Calf 44CC Rocky s Gus 6430 Fall & Winter Intermediate Bulls 9/1/15-12/31/15 1. Preslie ET Preslie Jean Henkhaus Summer Intermediate Bulls 5/1/15-8/31/ C s Stan Lee Melissa Lang; 2. EWR Grainger Maddox Shane Hair Champion Intermediate Bull Preslie ET Reserve Champion Intermeidate Bull 4C s Stan Lee Grand Champion Bull Preslie ET Reserve Grand Champion Bull SS Sir Landon Prospect Steers 1. Harry Mallie Ryan Henkhaus; 2. RMJB Little Guy Riggin Baldwin; 3. Horseshoe BMR 89D reslie Jean Henkhaus; Carnival Cruise Carly Coker Grand Champion Prospect Steer Harry Reserve Grand Champion Prospect Steer RMJB Little Guy Market Steers 1. SS MR Mell Preslie Jean Henkhaus; 2. Mallie ET Mallie Ryan Henkhaus; 3. SS Mr. Lex Luther Jaraden Kearby Reserve Champion Intermediate Heifer 44CC Diamond Gold 5423 (pictured) Grand Champion Female RSM Royal Velvet ET Reserve Grand Champion Female Princess Popsycle Grand Champion Market Steer SS MR Mell Reserve Grand Champion Market Steer Mallie ET 24 Miniature Hereford News; Issue 27 Official Publication of the MHBA

27 San Angelo Stock Show & Rodeo, cont... Junior Show Summer & Fall Junior Heifers 7/1/16-2/1/17 1. KK Miss Pllayboy Bunny ET Hayden Engelke; 2. MAV Princess Tiki Marlye Miller; 3. Whits KB Juliet Keeli Blaize Whitaker Spring & Summer Junior Heifers 1/1/16-6/30/16 1. RSM Royal Velvet ET Marlye Miller; 2. RSM Oak Queen Grace ET Marlye Miller; 3. Sparky 626 Creede Stark Summer & Fall Intermediate Heifers 7/1/15-12/31/15 1. Princess Popsycle Mallie Ryan Kenkhaus; 2. Whits KS Strawberry Keeli Blaize Whitaker Spring & Summer Intermediate Heifers 1/1/15-6/30/ CC Coco Pebbles 5424 Ashlynn Lee; 2. MH Ella 501 Maddox Shane Hair; 3. SGS Miss Chispastar Samuel Gideon Sparks; 4. BU Kaipos Annabell Clara Grace Stark Spring & Summer Intermediate Heifers 1/1/15-6/30/15 1. Miss Peaches N Cream 101 Isaac Sparks; 2. KR s Miss Reagan Preslie Jean Henkhaus; 3. KAP Cilnt s Lil Fiala Ashlynn Lee; 4. Whits KB Cherry Keeli Blaize Whitaker; 5. 44CC Dusty s Sandy 6285 Riggin Baldwin Grand Champion Junior Female RSM Royal Velvet ET Reserve Grand Champion Junior Female Princess Popsycle Prospect Steers 1. Harry Mallie Ryan Henkhaus; 2. Horseshoe BMR 89D Preslie Jean Henkhaus; 3. RMJB Little Guy Riggin Baldwin; Carnival Cruise Carly Coker Grand Champion Junior Prospect Steer Harry Reserve Grand Champion Junior Prospect Steer Horseshoe BMR 89D Market Steers 1. SS Mr Mell Preslie Jean Henkhaus; 2. Mallie ET Mallie Ryan Henkhaus Grand Champion Junior Market Steer SS Mr Mell Reserve Grand Champion Junior Market Steer Mallie ET Showmanship 1. Keeli Blaize Whitaker; 2. Maddox Shane Hair; 3. Marlye Miller Show results Hereford.org Spring

28 Show results San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo San Antonio, TX February 10-13, 2017 OPEN SHOW Winter Junior Heifer Calves, calved Nov. 1- Dec. 31, BS Millie Mouse B111 Kelly Show Cattle Fall Junior Heifer Calves, calved Sept. 1- Oct. 31, Ivy Ms Jolene Ivy Cattle; 2. JAM Rosetta Meredith Roberts; 3. CCC Annabelle Kelton Gray Mosier Summer Junior Heifer Calves, calved July 1- Aug 31, MAU Princess Tiki Ricky L Miller; 2. Miss Dee Nash Remy Allen Duos; 3. Bobby Lee Nash Kaelynn Brooke Allen Champion Fall and Winter Junior Heifer MAU Princess Tiki Reserve Champion Fall and Winter Junior Heifer Miss Dee Nash Summer Junior Heifer Calves, calved June 1- June 30, TLT Miss Anna Emilie Mae Turner Summer Junior Heifer Calves, calved May 1- May 31, RSM Royal Velvet ET Marlye Grace Miller; 2. 44CC Sierra Carmen 6432 Aubree Blissard; 3. Mis Silver Sons Shelby E Chrudimsky Summer Junior Heifer Calves, calved April 1- April 30, RSM Oak Queen Grace ET Marlye Grace Miller; 2. MCT Sweet Stella Mae Landree Breen Leifeste; 3. RSM Oak Queen Suzanne ET Ricky Miller; 4. Fairy Dust Mya Nicole Miller; 5. 4C s Amelia Rose Caroline Louise Campbell; 6. WW Aspen Leaf Mika Marie Miller Champion Summer Junior Heifer Calf RMS Oak Queen Grace ET Reserve Champion Summer Junior Heifer Calf MCT Sweet Stella Mae Spring Junior Heifer Calves, calved March 1- March 30, Miss JB 166 Carlisle Rose Braman; 2. 44CC Queen Amy 629 Aubree Blissard; 3. Rafter F Decker s Georgia Madeline Braman Spring Junior Heifer Calves, calved Jan. 1- Feb. 28, Miss JB Judy Madeline Braman; 2. Miss JB 165 Madeline Braman; 3. 44CC Silver Sunni 627 Aubree Blissard; 4. 4C s Precious Gem Melissa Lang; 5. GF Trapped in February Montanna Trapp; 6. Miss JB Sangria Braxton Butler Champion Spring Junior Heifer Calf Miss JB 166 Reserve Champion Spring Junior Heifer Calf Miss JB Judy Fall and Winter Intermediate Heifers, calved Nov. 1- Dec. 31, Jake s Pearl Cattle Co.; 2. HD Miss Bambi Mya Miller Fall and Winter Intermediate Heifers, calved Sept. 1- Oct. 31, Jakes s Pennie Cattle Co. Champion Fall and Winter Intermediate Heifer 777 Jake s Pennie 1506 Reserve Champion Fall and Winter Intermediate Heifer 777 Jake s Pearl 1507 Summer Intermediate Heifers, calved July 1- Aug 31, IVY Ms Charlotte Ivy Cattle; 2. Miss JB 1522 ET Carlisle Braman; 3. 44CC Tristans Maddie 5429 Aubree Blissard; 4. BG Dreamy 547 Stepahie Endy; 5. EWR Ellie May Englewood Ranch; 6. Miss JB 1525 ET Madeline Braman Summer Intermediate Heifers, calved May 1- June 30, Rafter F Miss Tori Rafter F Farm; 2l 44CC Sierra Camel 5425 Aubree Blissard; 3. Brayden Del Rio; 4. Miss JB 1519 ET Jadan Butler Champion Summer Intermediate Heifer IVY Ms Charlotte Reserve Champion Summer Intermediate Heifer Rafter F Miss Tori Spring Intermediate Heifers, calved Jan. 1- April 30, Miss JB 1502 ET Grace Ann Curry; 2. Rafter F Jack s Daisy Rafter F Farm; 3. 44CC Diamond Gold 5423 Aubree Blissard; 4. Brayden Del Rio; 5. TLT Miss Lilly Brycen Hayez Dorman; 6. Miss JB 1506 ET Tallis Butler; 7. KLD Lulu 510C Brayden Scott Vancil; 8. Miss JB 1512 ET Bentli Levian; 9. BS Anna Ringo A419 Kelly Show Cattle Champion Spring Intermediate Heifer Miss JB 1502 ET Reserve Champion Spring Intermediate Heifer Rafter F Jack s Daisy Grand Champion Heifer IVY Ms Charlotte Reserve Grand Champion Heifer Miss JB 1502 ET Cow/Calf 1. LS Sir Tristans Lady 9775 Aubree Blissard; 2. 4C s Anna Lee Melissa Lang; 3. JAM Miss Fanci Kelly Show Cattle; 4. MCT Miss Lacy Bug Meredith Roberts Champion Cow/Calf LS Sir Tristans Lady 9775 Reserve Champion Cow/Calf 4C s Anna Lee 26 Miniature Hereford News; Issue 27 Official Publication of the MHBA

29 San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo, cont... Pair of Females 1. Marlye Miller Champion Pair of Females Marlye Miller Fall and Winter Junior Bull Calves, calved July 1- Dec. 31, EWR Diesel Englewood Ranch; 2. 4C s Bernie Junior Melissa Lang Champion Fall and Winter Junior Bull Calf EWR Diesel Reserve Champion Fall and Winter Junior Bull Calf 4C s Bernie Junior Summer Junior Bull Calves, calved April 1- May 15, SS Sir Landon Preslie Jean Henkhaus; 2. Mr. HB 1631 Carlisle Braman; 3. JAM Otis McGee Meredith Roberts Champion Summer Junior Bull Calf SS Sir Landon Reserve Champion Summer Junior Bull Calf Mr HE 1631 Spring Junior Bull Calves, calved March 1- March 30, Mr JB 168 Madeline Braman; 2. HD Thor Mika Miller Spring Junior Bull Calves, calved Jan. 1- Feb. 29, Rafter F Decker s Zoro Rafter F Farm; 2. Mr. JB 1628 Carlisle Braman; 3. KK DK s Axel Rose Mika Miller Champion Spring Junior Bull Calf Rafter F Decker s Zoro Reserve Champion Spring Junior Bull Calf Mr JB 168 Fall and Winter Intermediate Bulls, calved Sept. 1- Oct. 31, Preslie ET Preslie Henkhaus Champion Fall and Winter Intermediate Bull Preslie ET Summer Intermediate Bulls, calved May 1- Aug. 30, SS Alfred William Endy; 2. 4C s Stan Lee Melissa Lang; Commander Shorty Cattle Co. Champion Spring Intermediate Bull Mr JB 1510 Reserve Champion Spring Intermediate Bull OSG Cooter Grand Champion Bull Rafter F Decker s Zoro (pictured) Reserve Grand Champion Bull Mr JB 1510 Prospect Steers 1 1. MSL Westbrook 203D Shawn Leifeste; 2. Rafter F Decker s Trax 067 Rafter F Farm; 3. JAM Chester Meredith Roberts; 4. MSL Casper 64D Prospect Steers 2 1. MSL Bubba 05D Landree Leifeste; 2. MSL Strike 518D Brylie Turner; 3. Mr CM Skyler Connley Ann Martin; 4. SS Sir Paxton Connley Ann Martin; 5. 4C s Captain Jack Englewood Ranch; 6. PF Thor Corban Cole Rosas Prospect Steers 3 1. TLT Striker Aubrey Turner; 2. TLT Stripes Emilie Turner; 3. Horseshoe B 11D1 ET Jorie Jenschke; 4. KLD Huk Brylie Turner; 5. Mr JB 1537 Jayden Mata Champion Prospect Steer TLT Striker Reserve Champion Prospect Steer MSL Bubba 05D Market Steers 1 1. MR JB 1507 ET Justin Speis; 2. MCT Rusty Kizer Leon; 3. Mr. JB 1521 Heath Harkins, Jr. Market Steers 2 1. RHH Lance Kelin Boyce; 2. MR JB 1526 ET Jaret Richardson; 3. MR JB 1520 ET Taylor Curry; 4. MR JB 1528 ET Jayden Mata Market Steers 3 1. TLT Gate Aubrey Turner; 2. Mr CM Olaf Connley Ann Martin; 3. IVY Mr. Sparky Ivy Cattle; 4. Skippy KGS Lonnie Jayden Mello; 5. WO Show Me Joe Jacqueline Harkins Show results Champion Summer Intermediate Bull SS Alfred Reserve Champion Summer Intermediate Bull 4C s Stan Lee Champion Market Steer TLT Gate Reserve Champion Market Steer Mr. CM Olaf Spring Intermediate Bulls, calved Jan. 1- April 30, Mr. JB 1510 Madeline Braman; 2. OSG Cooter Kandis Dorman; 3. BS Olaf Marshmallow A126 Kelly Show Cattle Hereford.org Spring

30 San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo, cont... JUNIOR SHOW Show results Winter Junior Heifers, calved Nov. 1-Dec. 31, BS Minnie Mouse B111 Kelly Show Cattle Fall Junior Heifers, calved Sept. 1-Oct. 31, EWR Skye Barrett Kirkwood; 2. JAM Ginger Makayla Miller Summer Junior Heifers, calved July 1-Aug. 31, MAU Princess Tiki Marlye Miller; 2. Miss Dee Nash Remy Duos; 3. Bobby Lee Nash Kaelynn Allen; 4. KK Miss Fancy Daket ET Mrycen Dorman Champion Summer, Fall, and Winter Heifer MAU Princess Tiki Reserve Champion Summer, Fall, and Winter Heifer Miss Dee Nash Summer Junior Heifers, calved April 1-June 30, RSM Oak Queen Grace ET Marlye Miller; 2. MCT Sweet Stella Mae Landree Leifeste; 3. RSM Royal Velvet ET Marlye Miller; 4. TLT Miss Anna Emilie Turner; 5. 44CC Sierra Carmen 6432 Aubree Blissard; 6. Mis Silver Guns Alyssa Batch. Spring Junior Heifers, calved Jan. 1-March 31, Miss JB 166 Carlisle Braman; 2. 44CC Silver Sunni 627 Aubree Blissard; 3. GF Trapped in February Montanna Trapp Champion Spring and Summer Heifer RSM Oak Queen Grace ET Reserve Champion Spring and Summer Heifer MCT Sweet Stella Mae Summer and Fall Intermediate Heifers, calved July 1-Dec. 31, Ivy Ms Charlotte Bowyn Ivy; 2. Miss JB 1522 ET Carlisle Braman; 3. KK Mrs Patches ET Cooper Arnold; 4. KK Mrs Gisele ET Paige Arnold; 5. JAM Miss Daisey Makayla Miller Champion Summer and Fall Intermediate Heifer IVY Ms Charlotte Reserve Champion Summer and Fall Intermediate Heifer Miss JB 1522 ET Spring and Summer Intermediate Heifers, calved Jan. 1-June 30, CC Diamond Gold 5423 Aubree Blissard; Flashs Lil Addaide Brayden Del Rio; 3. TLT Miss Lily Brycen Dorman; 4. Lucky Independence Knox Vestal; 5. BPTR Dirty Holly Brayden Del Rio; 6. Miss JB 1512 ET Bentli Levien; 7. BS Anna Ringo A419 Kelly Show Cattle Champion Spring and Summer Intermediate Heifer 44CC Diamond Gold 5423 (pictured) Reserve Champion Spring and Summer Intermediate Heifer 22 Flashs Lil Addaide Grand Champion Pre-Junior Heifer Ivy Ms Charlotte Reserve Grand Champion Pre-Junior Heifer RSM Oak Queen Grace ET Prospect Steer 1 1. MSL Westbrook 203D Shawn Leifeste; 2. MSL Casper 64D Brycen Dorman; 3. Kass Pape; 4. EWR Cool Kash Barrett Kirkwood Prospect Steer 2 1. MSL Bubba 05D Landree Leifeste; 2. MSL Strike 518D Brylie Turner; 3. Mr CM Skyler Connley Ann Martin; 4. 4C s Captain Jack Barrett Kirkwood; 5. Mr CM Linny Connley Ann Martin Prospect Steer 3 1. TLT Striker Aubrey Turner; 2. TLT Stripes Emilie Turner; 3. Horsehoe B 11D1 ET Jorie Jenschke; 4. KLD Huck Brylie Turner; 5. Mr JB 1537 Jayden Mata Champion Prospect Steer TLT Striker Reserve Champion Prospect Steer MSL Westbrock 203D Market Steer 1 1. MR JB 1526 ET Jaret Richardson; 2. MCT Rusy Kizer Leon; 3. Mr. JB 1521 Heath Harkins, Jr.; 4. WW Bullseye Pete Cooper Arnold Market Steers 2 1. Mr CM Olaf Connley Ann Martin; 2. RHH Lance Kelin Boyce; 3. Skippy KGS Lonnie Jayden Mello; 4. CCC Little Red Market Steers 3 1. TLT Gate Aubrey Turner; 2. IVY Mr. Sparky Preslie Ivy; 3. WO Show Me Joe Jacqueline Harkins Champion Market Steer TLT Gate Reserve Champion Market Steer Mr CM Olaf Pre-Junior Champion Showman Carlisle Braman Pre-Junior Reserve Champion Showman Shawn Leifeste 28 Miniature Hereford News; Issue 27 Official Publication of the MHBA

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32 M M & Graham s Minis Heifers for Sale z Coyle Oklahoma O K L A H O M A Graham s B Minis M & M Graham s Minis Karsten Creek Road Coyle, OK MelvinMaryGrahm@gmail.com

33 Left: 4 yr old Mesa Arnold is excited to go into her class at the National Western. Submitted by LMT Cattle Co. Right: The chef at the Double Tree Hotel in Denver surprised the MHBA Banquet-goers with this customized cake and cookies. Submitted by Charlotte Williams Proven Prospect Steer Pagosa Springs, CO WW Ranch-North 970/ $2,500 WW Elvis was born 5/17/2016 and has registration # He just finished showing at the Houston Livestock Show where he was a strong 2nd place in a class of 20 steers. He is a son of WW Sam s Gold E, who was a four time Grand Champion and Reserve Grand two years in a row at Houston. His dam was never shown, but is a granddaughter of KAP Silver Sampson, who won more Grand Championships than any other Miniature Hereford bull. There are not any better genetics out there! Elvis is a clean-fronted, well balanced steer with a great temperament and muscling. Delivery is available. See pictures on MiniatureHereford.org Registered Cow and Year-Old Calf Alachua, FL Bill Karow $6,000 Gentle four year old registered de-horned cow, Miss Muffet and her one year old heifer, Valentine. Miss Muffet is a beautiful, docile cow and a proven breeder. Valentine is sweet and energetic, but still has her horns. I have her history and she is eligible for registration. My pasture sold much quicker than I anticipated, and this pair needs to go to a new home quickly. Asking $6000 for the pair. Located in Alachua, FL, just outside Gainesville and convenient to I-75. See pictures on MiniatureHereford.org Registered Bulls/Steer Prospects Lawler, IA Ronnie & Janice Klimesh Full sib to past champions and exciting matings out of one of the hottest new bulls - DK Nash. Bull reg. # born 6/2/16 from W Ladys Man and bull reg. # from DK Nash ET. Registered Heifers Lawler, IA Ronnie & Janice Klimesh Full sib to past champions and exciting matings out of our best cows and one of the hottest new bulls - DK Nash. Heifer reg.# was born 5/15/16 from W Ladys Man and heifer reg. # was born 9/6/16 from DK Nash ET. Two Year Old Registered Bull Colorado Springs, CO Andrew Berst $2,000 Birthdate 2/22/ shown in Denver - sound structure, great disposition, son of JW Lil Loverboy - deep bodied, and balanced, overall he looks good! - not polled but horns were cosmetically removed. Is ready to go on cows and would be good on heifers as well since he will throw low birth weight calves - price - $2500 and delivery considered. Call for additional info or to come check him out. See pictures on MiniatureHereford.org Miniature Hereford Heifer Wisconsin Dells, WI Charlie Fochs & Nancy Bohn-Fochs or $2,500 Aspen is a very calm registered Hereford heifer born May 20, Dehorned and halter broke, bloodlines include King Henry, Lil Zeek Man, 05 s Kid Russell. This calf is used to being handled and would be a great addition to any herd or as your star to building a herd. See pictures on MiniatureHereford.org Adorable Bottle Baby Bull Baton Rouge, LA Angela LeBlanc $1,800 ***NEW PRICE!*** Meet Otis. Born January 9, 2017 weighing 25 lbs. Mom dried up so Otis became a bottle baby at 7 days old. Very strong colors. Extremely gently and already wearing a halter. Both parents registered and he is in the process of being registered. Not polled but having horns removed soon. He is ready for his forever home. Call me at to plan a visit. See pictures on MiniatureHereford.org Miniature Hereford Heifer Parnell, IA Jonathan Newswanger $4,800 Amber was born Sept 4th 2016, She has a winning conformation and a lot of potential. Gia is the Dam and RFD Strike Zone the sire-2015 NAILE Division Champion- Son of Tac Striker JB2 who was the 2014 NWSS Grand Champion. Please visit our website/facebook for additional info about the sire/dam and who we are. See pictures on MiniatureHereford.org Classifieds, Etc. Hereford.org Spring

34 Region Reports Region 3 Hello from the Midwest. Hopefully everyone s calving season is off to a great start. Here in Region 3 we ve had an abnormally mild winter & are waiting to what that will translate to for Spring/Summer. As I write this, we re getting ready to head out for our recently added Ohio Beef Expo show in Columbus. The show looks primed to be another good one. We have 53 head entered from 22 Exhibitors (8 of which will be showing there for their first time!!), representing 5 States. The Ohio Beef Expo folks, along with the governing Ohio Cattlemen s Association folks were extremely pleased with the show we put on there last year and have conveyed that they re excited to see us continue to grow into the future at the event. Congratulations in advance go to the show winners and many thanks to all our exhibitors for supporting this show!! As is always the case, on behalf of Region 3 Breeders, as well as all those participating in and benefiting from the show in Louisville, I want to formally thank the MHBA and it s governing board for their support of this show. May we all reap the rewards from the type of exposure granted by being a part of a show of this size and quality. Additionally, we are in the planning stages for the follow-up show to our probationary show last year at the Indiana State Fair. We were very well received there last year and the show went very well. I am hoping to add some more numbers to that show this year to enable us to get over their probationary threshold and get our breed recognized as one of the formal shows in their premium structure. I ll provide updates on that show and entry information via the website once details become more solid. Here s hoping you all have a wonderful Spring and Early Summer. Ben Lisby, Region 3 Director Region 5 It has been a busy start to the year with shows, sales and calving. I would like to say Thank You to all of the consignors at the Iowa Beef Expo, the sale was great. All exhibitors and consignors did a great job representing the breed, it is exciting to see the interest continue to grow. Don t forget to mark your calendars for June for the Miniature Hereford Jr. Nationals in Chillicothe, MO. This is a great event for all youth, even if it is their 1st show or 100th it will be fun, educational and unforgettable. Please keep the families that have been devastated by wildfires throughout the panhandle of Texas, Colorado, Oklahoma and Kansas in your prayers. Brent White, Region 5 Director Region 8 It has been a winter to remember with excessive snow to the north and flooding to the south making challenges for us all. With spring here I know we are all happy to see the flowers blooming and the calves playing in the fields. Now is a good time to begin your plans for the shows you will attend this year. There are new shows in our region as well as some exciting changes in a couple of our established ones, so watch for s to come out with that information. We also want to remind you to take a few minutes to fill out your ballots and vote in this year s MHBA and MHYF election. It is important that you are part of this process to aide in the growth and progress of our associations. To all those affected by the wild fires in the various areas, please know that you are in everyone s thoughts and prayers. The Miniature Hereford breed is growing with leaps and bounds as well as our MHBA membership. We would like to welcome all of our new breeders here in Region 8. If you have any questions or need some help, don t hesitate to contact us at duvalfarms@gmail.com. 32 Miniature Hereford News; Issue 27 Jerry DuVal, Region 8 Director Official Publication of the MHBA

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